Apparatus and method for washing a vehicle
US8342195B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 5, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jan 1, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 1, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60S3/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for washing a vehicle having a first lateral side, a second lateral side, and a top side between the first lateral side and the second lateral side. The apparatus comprises a portal for allowing the vehicle to pass therethrough. The apparatus also comprises at least one nozzle mounted to the portal for directing liquid toward the vehicle. The apparatus further comprises a control apparatus for controlling the at least one nozzle to direct liquid toward the vehicle to progressively wash a limited portion of the first lateral side of the vehicle, a limited portion of the second lateral side of the vehicle, and a limited portion of the top side of the vehicle. Also provided is a method for washing a vehicle using such an apparatus.
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