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Canal water refill system

US9016982B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 27, 2013
Grant dateApr 28, 2015
Priority date
Expiry dateJun 18, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/86083
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A system for recirculating lock water includes a sealable storage area located near a lock for receiving water from the lock. The storage area is large enough to house the lock water with excess space between a maximum water level and the ceiling. The system also includes at least one compressor connected to the storage area to create a vacuum to withdraw the water from the lock into the storage area.

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