Fluid distributing brush assembly and method for operating the same
US8555446B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 16, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA46B2200/3033
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed is a brush assembly suitable for use in a wet floor cleaning device. The brush assembly comprises a brush that includes a hollow core. An inner surface of the core is compartmentalized into a number of compartments. An outer surface of the core is furnished with brush material, and the core is pierced with a number of outflow openings. The brush assembly further comprises a first fluid injector for injecting a fluid into the core, and a drive mechanism configured for rotating the brush around an axis. Also disclosed is a method for operating the brush assembly.
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