Culvert diffuser
US9869082B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 1, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jan 16, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE01F5/005
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention embodies a diffuser extending from the outlet end of a highway culvert, whereby the diffuser flares outwardly to provide a larger area cross-section at the outlet of the culvert in order to increase the capacity of the culvert and to reduce the effects of erosion from the outflow of water from the culvert outlet.
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