Irrigation sprinkler with adjustable nozzle trajectory
US8177148B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 9, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 15, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB05B15/74
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
One embodiment provides an asymmetrical nozzle housing within a nozzle base of a sprinkler which, when rotated, changes its angular orientation relative to the nozzle base. Since the nozzle is disposed within the nozzle housing, it similarly changes angular orientation relative to the nozzle base, thereby modifying the trajectory of ejected water during irrigation. In this respect, a user can change the trajectory of a watering stream by simply rotating the nozzle housing.
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