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12-04-2017 дата публикации

Установка горизонтально-направленного бурения

Номер: RU0000170031U1
Автор: Дмитрий Сергеевич Семкин, Карина Сергеевна Жгунова, Юрий Александрович Федотенко
Принадлежит: Федеральное государственное бюджетное образовательное учреждение высшего образования "Сибирская государственная автомобильно-дорожная академия" (СибАДИ)

Полезная модель относится к области землеройной техники и предназначена для горизонтально направленного бурения (ГНБ) при прокладке трубопроводов и кабелей под автодорогами, железнодорожными насыпями. Данный технический результат достигается тем, что буровой инструмент представляет собой телескопическую конструкцию со шлицевым соединением, состоящую из хвостовой части, которая крепится к буровой колонне, и лобовой части, на которой установлена наклонная буровая лопатка, причем внутри хвостовой части располагается клапан с механизмом управления, который способен перекрывать свободный проход бурового раствора в забой, создавая дополнительное давление в бустерной полости, расположенной между хвостовой и лобовой частями, обеспечивая выдвижение лобовой части и создавая дополнительный импульс осевой подачи наклонной буровой лопатки, при этом внутри бурового инструмента располагается возвратная пружина, упирающаяся одним концом в хвостовую часть, а другим в лобовую. Импульс дополнительный осевой подачи производится только в нужный момент, когда буровой инструмент находится в определенном положении. Т.е. имеет такую угловую координату, когда буровая лопатка расположена противоположно направлению отклонения траектории бурения. Дополнительный импульс создается с помощью выдвижения телескопической части на буровом инструменте и не требует передачи импульса через буровую колонну, поэтому энергия импульса не снижается. 3 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 170 031 U1 (51) МПК E02F 5/10 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ФОРМУЛА ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ (21)(22) Заявка: 2016148792, 12.12.2016 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 12.12.2016 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 12.12.2016 (45) Опубликовано: 12.04.2017 Бюл. № 11 Адрес для переписки: 644080, г. Омск, пр. Мира, 5, ФГБОУ ВО "Сибирская государственная автомобильнодорожная академия" (СибАДИ), Патентноинформационный отдел (56) Список документов, ...

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23-05-2018 дата публикации

Буровая установка горизонтального бурения с промывкой

Номер: RU0000179765U1
Автор: Александр Васильевич Селиванов
Принадлежит: Александр Васильевич Селиванов

Полезная модель относится к области горного дела, в частности к технологии горизонтального бурения с промывкой для бестраншейной прокладки труб в стесненных условиях под дорогами и другими инженерными сооружениями.Буровая установка горизонтального бурения включает направляющее устройство, устройство осевой подачи, бур, соединенный с направляющей штангой, при этом направляющая труба выполнена с упорами, бур выполнен с центральным сквозным отверстием, устройство осевой подачи выполнено в виде осевых направляющих, закрепленных на вертлюге, а вертлюг выполнен с отверстием на боковой стороне для подачи в него промывочной жидкости с насоса, с помощью которого подается вода с напором на бур по трубчатым буровым штангам, при этом установка содержит сборник для приема буровой мелочи и резервуар для промывочной жидкости, выполненные в виде единой емкости с разделительной перегородкой с сеткой для разделения мелочи и грязной воды, при этом единая емкость имеет донное отверстие для очистки от мелочи после бурения и отверстие для слива грязной воды, дополнительную съемную стенку с отверстием для направляющей трубы с упором, при этом дополнительная съемная стенка устанавливается на торец единой емкости, направляющее устройство, выполненное в виде съемных трубчатых направляющих, на которых закрепляется электродрель с редуктором и реверсом для обеспечения вращательного движения буровой штанги и бура, съемную площадку, выполненную в виде рифленого листа и закрепленную к другому торцу единой емкости и предназначенную для закрепления направляющих. Буровая штанга выполнена из непластифицированного поливинилхлорида, далее по тексту НПВХ с запрессованными с добавлением герметика металлическими резьбами по краям, при этом металлические резьбы жестко зафиксированы клепками, а диаметр буровой штанги от 35 мм до 45 мм, длина буровой штанги от 1000 мм до 1650 мм, толщина стенки буровой штанги от 2,5 мм до 4 мм. Буровая штанга выполнена из алюминия с запрессованными с добавлением герметика ...

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02-10-2018 дата публикации

Вертлюг буровой установки

Номер: RU0000183760U1
Автор: Дмитрий Александрович Безбородый
Принадлежит: Дмитрий Александрович Безбородый

Полезная модель относится к вертлюгам для ручного бурения скважин, использующим мускульную силу и предназначенным для бурения бытовых скважин на воду в грунте с промывкой глубиной до 50 м методом вращательного бурения водой. Предложен вертлюг буровой установки, содержащий переходник для рукава, корпус, установленная в корпусе вращающаяся камера с отверстиями, камера имеет на одном конце резьбу, а на другом конце - хвостовую часть для соединения с приводом, между внутренней стенкой корпуса и внешней стенкой камеры образована полость, с торцов ограниченная манжетами, причем резьбовой конец камеры выполнен для непосредственного соединения с буровой штангой, корпус выполнен с возможностью закрепления в его внутренней части приводного устройства, а хвостовая часть камеры выполнена в виде конусообразного хвостовика, соединяющего вращающуюся камеру с приводным устройством. В корпусе вертлюга буровой установки выполнены сквозные отверстия для фиксации соединения корпуса с приводным устройством. 1 фиг. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 183 760 U1 (51) МПК E21B 3/02 (2006.01) E21B 21/02 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК E21B 3/02 (2018.05); E21B 21/02 (2018.05); E02F 5/16 (2018.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018122547, 19.06.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Безбородый Дмитрий Александрович (RU) Дата регистрации: 02.10.2018 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 179765 U1, 23.05.2018. SU 111149 A1, 01.01.1957. RU 2401376 C1, 10.10.2010. RU 2470139 C1, 20.12.2012. RU 2562623 C1, 10.09.2015. US 3492025 A1, 27.01.1970. (45) Опубликовано: 02.10.2018 Бюл. № 28 R U (54) Вертлюг буровой установки (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к вертлюгам для ручного бурения скважин, использующим мускульную силу и предназначенным для бурения бытовых скважин на воду в грунте с промывкой глубиной до 50 м методом вращательного бурения водой. Предложен ...

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Номер записи: 3
18-04-2013 дата публикации

MACHINE ATTACHMENT BASED SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM

Номер: US20130091743A1
Автор: Berg Casey Dean, Khalamendik Oleg, Sanders Ted Jay
Принадлежит: Vermeer Manufacturing Company

The present disclosure provides a machine configured so that its ground speed is at least in part dependent on the measured force that is applied to an attachment attached thereto. The present disclosure also provides an attachment for a machine that is configured to provide feedback to the machine it is configured to be attached to, wherein the feedback is representative of the force applied to the attachment. The present disclosure also provides a method of automatically controlling the ground speed of a machine based on feedback measured in an attachment attached to the machine. 1. A machine comprising:a chassis;a ground drive propulsion system connected to the chassis;a trencher attachment connected to the chassis, the trencher attachment including a boom that supports a material reduction tool;a control linkage and a lift control valve configured to adjust the orientation of the boom relative to the chassis and hold it in a fixed position relative to the chassis, the control linkage including a hydraulic cylinder in fluid communication with the lift control valve, the lift control valve being movable to a lock-out position wherein fluid is substantially prevented from flowing into and out of the hydraulic cylinder thereby holding the boom in the fixed position relative to the chassis;a boom load measuring system configured to measure the load on the boom when the lift control valve is in the lock-out position, wherein the boom load measuring system is independent of the pressure of the hydraulic fluid that drives the material reduction tool; anda drive control unit that receives information from the boom load measuring device and is configured to automatically slow the ground speed of the trencher based at least in part on the load on the boom.2. The machine of claim 1 , wherein the boom load measuring system is independent of the pressure of the hydraulic fluid that drive the propulsion system.3. The machine of claim 1 , wherein the boom load measuring system ...

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Номер записи: 4
11-07-2013 дата публикации

Directional drilling target steering apparatus and method

Номер: US20130175092A1
Автор: Bruce KOLPACK, David Bahr
Принадлежит: Merlin Technology Inc

An apparatus and method are used in conjunction with a system for performing horizontal directional drilling, the system including a drill string extending from a drill rig to a boring tool such that the boring tool is steerable based on a roll orientation. The system also includes an arrangement for generating steering commands for guiding the boring tool to a target position. Responsive at least in part to the steering commands, a display is configured to selectively indicate each of a rotate command, a push command and a spin command. A steering indicator is described which indicates a current roll orientation of the boring tool. A 3-D grid can be animated and centered on either a steering or target indicator. Rounding of a steering command ratio can limit the display of target roll orientations to only those that a given boring tool transmitter is capable of sensing and indicating.

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Номер записи: 5
07-11-2013 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PLACING AT LEAST ONE DUCT/COMMUNICATION CABLE BELOW A ROAD SURFACE IN AN AREA

Номер: US20130294839A1
Автор: Gustavsson Conny, Hultman Hasse
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a method for placing at least one duct/communication cable below a road surface in an area, said area comprising a first layer (L and a second layer (L), said first layer (L) being a road layer, such as asphalt or concrete, and said second layer (L) being a bearing layer for said first layer (L) and being located below said first layer (L), said method comprising the steps of: cutting a micro trench in said area through said first layer (L) into said second layer (L); placing at least one duct/communication cable in said micro trench so that said at least one duct/communication cable is placed below said first layer (L); and filling said micro trench so as to restore said road surface. 122. Method for placing at least one duct/communication cable below a road surface in an area , said area comprising a first layer (LI) and a second layer (L) , said first layer (LI) being a road layer , such as asphalt or concrete , and said second layer (L) being a bearing layer for said first layer (LI) and being located below said first layer (LI) , said method comprising the steps of:{'b': '2', 'cutting a micro trench in said area through said first layer (LI) into said second layer (L);'}placing at least one duct/communication cable in said micro trench so that said at least one duct/communication cable is placed below said first layer (LI); andfilling said micro trench so as to restore said road surface.21212. Method according to claim 1 , wherein said micro trench has a depth d>d+d claim 1 , where d is a depth of said first layer (LI) and d is a height of said at least one duct/communication cable.3. Method according to claim 2 , wherein said micro trench has a depth d between 200-500 mm and a width w between 10-30 mm.4. Method according to claim 1 , wherein said step of filling involves:filling said micro trench with a filling material, such as sand.5. Method according to claim 1 , wherein said step of filling further involves:sealing said ...

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Номер записи: 6
13-02-2014 дата публикации

TILE PLOW

Номер: US20140041263A1
Автор: Bockman Richard
Принадлежит:

A tile plow disclosed herein includes a horizontal beam, a shoe extending downwardly from the beam, a front portion including a first pair of hydraulic cylinders each pivotally coupled to a first portion of the beam, a rear portion including a second pair of hydraulic cylinders each pivotally coupled to a second portion of the beam, a leading sensor adjacent the front portion that receives a signal from a position control system and controls operation of the first pair of hydraulic cylinders to position the front portion to an intended grade path, and a trailing sensor adjacent the rear portion that controls operation of the second pair of hydraulic cylinders to position the rear portion to follow the intended grade path. The shoe may have a cutting edge that is curved from a leading edge to a trailing edge thereof. 1. A tile plow comprising:a horizontal beam;a shoe extending downwardly from the beam;a front portion including a first pair of hydraulic cylinders each pivotally coupled to a first portion of the beam;a rear portion including a second pair of hydraulic cylinders each pivotally coupled to a second portion of the beam;a leading sensor adjacent the front portion that receives a signal from a position control system and controls operation of the first pair of hydraulic cylinders to position the front portion to an intended grade path; anda trailing sensor adjacent the rear portion that controls operation of the second pair of hydraulic cylinders to position the rear portion to follow the intended grade path.2. The tile plow of claim 1 , wherein the position control system comprises a global positioning system (GPS).3. The tile plow of claim 1 , wherein the position control system comprises a laser level system.4. The tile plow of claim 1 , wherein grade errors from the intended grade path are detected by the trailing sensor.5. The tile plow of claim 4 , wherein the trailing sensor is programmed to make adjustments to the intended grade path upon detection ...

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Номер записи: 7
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Automated Backslope Cutting System

Номер: US20180002891A1
Автор: Johnson Darin G., Sharpe Kelly J., Yeik Travis C.
Принадлежит:

An automated backslope cutting system which, based on a survey of an area, automatically adjusts a scraper blade during the cutting of a ditch backslope. The automated backslope cutting system generally includes a scraper which is automatically adjusted by a computing device to effectuate cutting of backslopes for a ditch based on a desired cut profile. The desired cut profile may be manually entered by the operator and automatically processed by the computing device. The area is surveyed with a positioning sensor to determine an optimal desired cut profile requiring a minimum number of cuts. A proximity sensor may be provided to accommodate for rotational movement of the cutting blade as the scraper performs cuts. A control software is provided for execution by the computing device to provide functionality including the automatic adjustment of hydraulic actuators controlling movement of the cutting blade as the scraper cuts the ditch and backslopes. 1. A method of automatically scraping a ditch including a backslope , comprising:providing a scraper comprising a blade having a cutting edge for scraping a ground surface in an area;providing an actuator for adjusting the blade of the scraper;controlling the actuator with a computing device to adjust the blade of the scraper;connecting a positional sensor to the computing device, wherein the positional sensor is located on the scraper;surveying of the ground surface to be formed into the ditch with the positional sensor;determining a desired cut profile to form a backslope of the ditch based on the surveying of the ground surface by the computing device; andcutting the ground surface with the scraper to form the backslope of the ditch, wherein the computing device automatically adjusts the actuator as the scraper passes over the ground surface based on the desired cut profile.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the surveying of the ground surface step comprises moving the scraper across the ground surface to be formed ...

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Номер записи: 8
11-01-2018 дата публикации

DITCH DIGGING AND DITCH CLEANING APPARATUS

Номер: US20180010319A1
Автор: FISHER Adam
Принадлежит:

A ditch digging and cleaning apparatus comprising a housing adapted for being moved along a longitudinal axis of the ditch. The housing has an inlet opening at a bottom front portion thereof for transmitting therethrough debris disposed in the ditch and an outlet opening at an upper portion thereof. An impeller is disposed in the housing and rotatably movable mounted thereto. The impeller receives the debris from the inlet opening and propels the same through the outlet opening. A drive is connected to the impeller for driving the same, the drive has a power of at least 30 hp. 1. A ditch digging and cleaning apparatus comprising:a housing adapted for being moved along a longitudinal axis of the ditch, the housing having an inlet opening at a bottom front portion thereof for transmitting therethrough debris disposed in the ditch and an outlet opening at an upper portion thereof;an impeller disposed in the housing and rotatably movable mounted thereto, the impeller for receiving the debris from the inlet opening and propelling the same through the outlet opening; and,a drive connected to the impeller for driving the same, the drive having a power of at least 30 hp.2. The ditch digging and cleaning apparatus according to wherein the inlet opening is shaped such that a bottom portion of the impeller is exposed.3. The ditch digging and cleaning apparatus according to wherein a bottom portion of the housing forms a forward facing edge of the inlet opening and wherein at least a portion of the forward facing edge is tapered in a substantially forward direction.4. The ditch digging and cleaning apparatus according to wherein a front portion of the housing is tapered in a substantially forward direction.5. The ditch digging and cleaning apparatus according to wherein a bottom rear portion of the housing is angled upwardly.6. The ditch digging and cleaning apparatus according to comprising a marker disposed on the housing claim 1 , the marker being indicative of a distance ...

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Номер записи: 9
14-01-2021 дата публикации

SUBSEA TRENCHER AND METHOD FOR SUBSEA TRENCHING

Номер: US20210010230A1
Автор: HADDORP Regina, KOOY Otto Joost, VERMEULEN Alexander Christian
Принадлежит: BLUEMARINE OFFSHORE YARD SERVICE B.V.

A subsea trencher for arranging at least partly into the seabed a subsea pipeline, includes at least one cart that separately carries at least one trench tool and is configured to run along the subsea pipeline. The trench tool is configured to work the seabed underneath the subsea pipeline. A subsea support frame carries heavy subsea equipment connected to the trench tool for operating the trench too. When the subsea support frame is fixed to the cart, the subsea trencher is configured to load the assembled weight of the cart and subsea support frame onto the subsea pipeline as the subsea trencher runs on the subsea pipeline. When the subsea support frame is separate from the cart, the subsea support frame is configured to be suspended above the seabed or arranged beside the subsea pipeline at a distance from the subsea pipeline as the cart runs along the subsea pipeline. 1. A subsea trencher for arranging at least partly into the seabed a subsea pipeline laying on the seabed , the subsea trencher comprising:at least one cart that separately carries at least one trench tool and is configured to run along the subsea pipeline, wherein the trench tool is configured to work the seabed underneath the subsea pipeline;a subsea support frame, that carries, separately from the cart, heavy subsea equipment connected to the trench tool for operating the trench tool, and wherein:when the subsea support frame is fixed to the cart, substantially the assembled weight of the cart and the subsea support frame is loaded onto the subsea pipeline as the assembled cart and the subsea trencher run on the subsea pipeline, andwhen the subsea support frame and the cart are uncoupled from each other, substantially only the weight of the cart is loaded onto the subsea pipeline as only the cart runs on the subsea pipeline, wherein, the subsea support frame is configured to be suspended above the seabed or arranged beside the subsea pipeline at a distance from the subsea pipeline.2. (canceled)3 ...

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Номер записи: 10
14-01-2021 дата публикации

EXCAVATION DATA PROCESSING METHOD, EXCAVATION DATA PROCESSING DEVICE, AND EXCAVATOR FOR TRENCH

Номер: US20210010231A1
Автор: KUSAKABE Keisuke
Принадлежит: Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.

An excavation data processing method includes: a first acquisition step of acquiring position data of a reference part of an excavating body, position data of a plurality of measuring parts with respect to the reference part in the excavating body, and data indicative of an excavation depth; a second acquisition step of acquiring inclination angle data of the plurality of measuring parts of the excavating body; a first deriving step of deriving a plurality of measurement positions as positions of the plurality of measuring parts from the reference part position data, the plurality of measuring part positions data and inclination angles data; a second deriving step of deriving an excavation bottom position by interpolation processing based on the plurality of measurement positions and the excavation depth; and an output step of outputting information of the excavation bottom position. 1. An excavation data processing method for acquiring data output from an excavator for a trench that , while excavating a trench underground by moving , in a lateral direction , an excavating body being partly buried underground , forms a wall underground corresponding to the trench , the excavating body having a vertically long post portion extending in an up-down direction and having an endless excavating chain supported by the post portion so as to surround the post portion in the up-down direction and the lateral direction and rotating along a periphery of the post portion , and for deriving information related to a shape of the trench in order to excavate a part adjacent to one wall surface of the wall extending in the lateral direction , down to a predetermined excavation bottom positioned between an upper end portion and a lower end portion of the wall , the excavation data processing method comprising:a first acquisition step of acquiring reference part position data as data related to a relative position of a reference part of the excavating body with respect to an origin on ...

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Номер записи: 11
18-01-2018 дата публикации

MESH BASED IRRIGATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20180014479A1
Автор: Cohen Amir
Принадлежит:

According to some embodiments of the present invention, there are provided a flowing water channel device, comprising, a tubular conduit made of fluid impervious material and at least one slit extending along a longitudinal axis of the tubular conduit, a first and a second marginal edge of the tubular conduit are opposing to one another, and at least one fluid permeable sheet material layer passing via the at least one slit and having a first marginal portion spread within the tubular conduit along the longitudinal axis and a second marginal portion spread outside of the tubular conduit along the longitudinal axis. 1. A flowing water channel device , comprising:a tubular conduit made of fluid impervious material and at least one slit extending along a longitudinal axis of said tubular conduit;wherein a first and a second marginal edge of said tubular conduit are opposing to one another; andat least one fluid permeable sheet material layer woven from a plurality of strands which are passing via said at least one slit;a bonding material spread along said longitudinal axis in a gap between said first marginal edge and said second marginal edge to seal spaces between the plurality of strands and prevent fluid from flowing between said plurality of strands;wherein said at least one fluid permeable sheet material layer having a first marginal portion spread within said tubular conduit along said longitudinal axis and a second marginal portion spread outside of said tubular conduit along said longitudinal axis.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein said at least one fluid permeable sheet material comprises material wherein fluid may flow though said material solely by force of capillary action claim 1 , cohesion claim 1 , adhesion claim 1 , and/or other molecular forces.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein said at least one fluid permeable sheet material comprising a weave of a plurality of strands claim 1 , such that a fluid may flow though said strands by force of capillary ...

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Номер записи: 12
18-01-2018 дата публикации

SUPERSONIC AIR KNIFE WITH A SUPERSONIC VARIABLE FLOW NOZZLE

Номер: US20180015486A1
Автор: Hursen Thomas Francis
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A hand held supersonic air knife with a supersonic variable flow nozzle yields a continuously variable power mass flow rate (CFM) and pressure over a selectable power range, responsive to rotations of the nozzle exterior sleeve or outer nozzle member. The maximum power position identified as one end position and a second end position as the lowest power. The exterior sleeve can be rotated to any axial or circumferential position between start (low) and end (high). The result will be an intermediate power position. Any intermediate position will also be a supersonic nozzle of varying parameters between the start and end positions. Thus, a variable flow supersonic nozzle is provided by the manual sleeve rotation by an operator or a remotely controlled positioning of the sleeve. 1. A hand-held supersonic air knife comprising:A source of compressed air providing compressed air at least at one given pressure; i) An inner nozzle member, and', 'ii) An outer nozzle member which combines with the inner nozzle member to define an annular throat for the compressed air to flow through and achieve supersonic flow, wherein the outer nozzle member is axially movable relative to the inner nozzle member to adjust the cross-sectional area of the annular throat., 'A hand-held variable flow nozzle coupled to the source of compressed air, wherein the variable flow nozzle includes2. The supersonic air knife according to claim 1 , wherein the source of compressed air provides air at a range of air pressures and wherein distinct positions of the outer nozzle member relative to the inner nozzle member are associated with an annular throat area optimized for a given air pressure within the range of air pressures of the source of compressed air.3. The supersonic air knife according to claim 2 , wherein one surface of the inner nozzle member and the outer nozzle member which forms the annular throat is a straight surface and the other is a non-linear contoured surface.4. The supersonic air ...

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Номер записи: 13
16-01-2020 дата публикации

Cable-Laying Device And Method

Номер: US20200018040A1
Автор: DUNST WOLFGANG
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A mobile device for the underground laying of a flexible line, a cable, a cable-pulling empty pipe or fluid transport tube. A front vehicle has a rear support frame, a lateral ejection unit, a milling unit with a milling wheel and a drag formwork or cable laying unit following the wheel. The milling unit is connected to the front vehicle for lateral pivoting up to ±°, in particular up to ±°, is laterally offset towards the outside with respect to the front vehicle, and can be positioned to laterally protrude over the contour of the front vehicle, by a primary articulation or a swivel joint on the lateral ejection unit having a substantially vertical axis of rotation. The drag formwork, cable laying and cable introducing unit follows the milling unit and the cable introducing unit are also laterally pivotable about a second swivel joint. 1. A mobile device for underground laying of an elongate device , the mobile device comprising:a milling unit with a wheel milling cutter for digging a narrow trench having a given laying depth, wherein subsoil material that is milled out of the trench by said wheel milling cutter is laterally removed, the elongate device is inserted in the trench in a determined position, fine-particle subsoil material or cable sand is introduced into the trench in order to embed the elongate device, and the previously laterally removed, milled-out subsoil material is reintroduced into the trench and recompacted;a front vehicle configured to drive at a given speed and to feed the elongate device to be deposited for insertion into the trench in synchronicity with the given speed of the front vehicle;said front vehicle being a carrier vehicle carrying a rear support frame with a lateral ejection unit, said milling unit with said milling wheel, and a tow-casing and cable-depositing unit following said milling unit, together forming a compact laying unit;said compact unit including said milling unit and said milling wheel connected to said front vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 14
16-01-2020 дата публикации

Trenching System With Hydraulically Adjustable Hub

Номер: US20200018041A1
Автор: Bazzell David R., Ruhl Michael C., Schuermann Andrew A., Seabolt Steven P., Sewell Cody L., Stellman Vernon T.
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A system for uncovering a trench. The system comprises several subsystems, including a work machine and a frame for providing a seal with the surface to be trenched with a saw blade contained therein. The blade is supported on a hub which is slidably movable relative to the frame by operation of a linear actuator, which may be a hydraulic cylinder or the like. The vertical location of the blade within the frame is continuously adjustable to create a deeper or shallower trench. A monitoring system is provided to monitor the vertical location from an operator station. 1. A trenching assembly for use with a work machine to cut a trench in a surface , the trenching assembly comprising:a rotatable blade;a surface engaging member positioned to the side of the rotatable blade, wherein the rotatable blade partially extends beyond the surface engaging member;wherein a vertical position of the blade is adjustable relative to the surface engaging member; andwherein the surface engaging member is pressed against the surface while the blade is cutting the trench.2. The assembly of further comprising a hood assembly claim 1 , wherein the surface engaging member forms a lower planar surface of the hood assembly and wherein the rotatable blade is at least partially positioned within the hood assembly.3. The trenching assembly of further comprising:a plate;a motor supported on the plate, the motor configured to rotate the rotatable blade; anda blade actuator disposed between the hood assembly and the plate, such that extension of the blade actuator changes the vertical position of the rotatable blade relative to the surface engaging member.4. The trenching assembly of in which the plate is slidingly received on the hood assembly.5. A work machine comprising:a chassis having a plurality of ground drive members;{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'the trenching assembly of ; and'}a linkage assembly disposed between the chassis and the trenching assembly.6. The trenching ...

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Номер записи: 15
26-01-2017 дата публикации

Soil Spreading Scraper Device Including Deflecting Paddles

Номер: US20170022685A1
Автор: Thompson Mark Christopher
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A soil spreading scraper device has a cutting blade to cut soil from the ground and a rotating impeller member for spreading the cut soil as the frame is displaced forwardly. The impeller member includes a main disc body and a plurality of impeller blades on the main disc body which are pivotal relative to the body between a working position in which the blade body extends in a direction of the impeller axis away from the main disc body and a deflected position in which the blade body extends in a circumferential direction of the disc body in a trailing relationship relative to the pivot axis of the blade body. An actuating assembly resists displacement of the blade body into the deflected position until pressure on the paddle exceeds a prescribed holding force. A spring biases the body to return to the working position. 1. A soil spreading scraper device comprising:a frame supported for movement along the ground in a forward working direction;a cutting blade supported on the frame so as to be arranged to cut soil from the ground as the frame is displaced in the forward working direction; andan impeller member supported on the frame rearward of the cutting blade for rotation about an impeller axis within a plane of rotation lying generally perpendicularly to the impeller axis, the plane of rotation extending generally upward at an angle from horizontal;the impeller member comprising a main disc body and a plurality of impeller blades supported on the main disc body at circumferentially spaced apart locations about the impeller axis so as to be arranged to spread cut soil from the cutting blade generally radially outward from the impeller axis as the impeller member is rotated; a pivot shaft supported on the main disc body;', 'a blade body supported on the pivot shaft so as to be pivotal about a shaft axis of the pivot shaft between a working position in which the blade body extends from the pivot shaft in a direction of the impeller axis away from the main disc body ...

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Номер записи: 16
10-02-2022 дата публикации

Buoyant Mechanical Liquid Level Control

Номер: US20220042277A1
Автор: Beaman Garret, Beaman Tyson, Thomas Tyler, Vorwaller John
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A liquid level control system, which may be used with a clarifier in a sewage treatment plant, manages liquid level of an upstream basin by controlling liquid flow in or out of a system that may use a midstream device to equally distribute flow in or out of the basin. This headloss inducing device creates a non-linear relationship between upstream liquid level to be controlled and the lesser downstream liquid level behind the gate or valve. Without the use of electrical controls, the systems of the invention include a gate or valve with counterforces that manage the outflow stream of liquid while accounting for the non-linear head loss created by the midstream device, thus reaching a desired liquid level range for all system flowrates. 1. A liquid level control system to control liquid level in a basin without electrical components , wherein a midstream headloss inducing device creates a non-linear relationship between the upstream basin liquid level to be controlled and a lesser downstream liquid level , comprising:a gate at an exit of the headloss device, with closure means urging the gate toward closure,an actuator device responsive to an increase in liquid level in the basin above a design level, connected to the gate to urge the gate open, overcoming the closure means, when the liquid level in the basin is above design level, andmeans associated with the actuator device for controlling timing and speed of opening and closing movements of the gate and for reaching a point of equilibrium of gate opening and closing forces while liquid flows out of the basin through the headloss device and through the gate, for smooth transitions of flow out of the gate,whereby liquid level changes in the basin are minimized, without sudden surges out the gate and without sudden closures of the gate.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the closure means includes a counterforce connected to the gate and urging the gate toward closure in at least a portion of travel of the gate.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 17
24-01-2019 дата публикации

PLOW ASSEMBLY AND METHODS OF USING SAME

Номер: US20190024336A1
Автор: Hughes, III PRESTON W.
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A plow assembly for forming a trench within soil of a selected land area. The plow assembly has a blade element, a displacement element, and an attachment element that permits attachment of the plow assembly to a vehicle, such as a tractor. A first end of the displacement element is secured to a distal end of the blade element, and a second end of the displacement element is spaced from a rear edge of the blade element and connected to a pipe. As the plow assembly is advanced within soil, the cutting edge of the blade element cuts through the soil and the displacement element displaces the soil to form the trench and pulls the pipe into the trench as the trench is formed. 1. A plow assembly for forming a trench within soil of a selected land area , the plow assembly comprising:a blade element having a longitudinal axis and a cutting edge that extends along at least a portion of the blade element relative to the longitudinal axis, wherein the blade element has opposed proximal and distal ends and a rear edge that is opposed from the cutting edge;a displacement element having opposed first and second ends, wherein the first end of the displacement element is secured to the distal end of the blade element, wherein the second end of the displacement element is spaced from the rear edge of the blade element relative to a transverse axis that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the blade element, wherein the second end of the displacement element is configured for coupling to a pipe to be positioned within the trench; andan attachment element secured to the proximal end of the blade element, wherein the attachment element is configured to permit selective attachment of the plow assembly to a vehicle,wherein, as the plow assembly is advanced within the soil of the selected land area, the cutting edge of the blade element is configured to cut through the soil of the selected land area and the displacement element is configured to displace the soil of the selected ...

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Номер записи: 18
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Excavating Attachment with Laterally Pivotable Working Arm for Excavating Beneath a Buried Utility

Номер: US20150027007A1
Автор: Doherty Kelvin R.
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An attachment is provided for us on an articulated boom of an excavator in order to excavate earth from beneath a buried pipeline or other utility. The attachment features at least one working arm pivotally mounted to a base plate for movement relative to the base plate about an axis passing therethrough. A working end of the arm is thereby movable between a retracted position overlying the base plate and a deployed position reaching laterally outward from an edge of the base plate. With the excavator facing in a longitudinal direction of the utility, and the attachment carried beside the utility at a short depth therebelow by the boom of the excavator, the arm can be deployed and retracted in order to sweep material out from under the pipeline and onto the base plate. The material is then lifted to the surface by raising of the excavator boom. 1. An excavating attachment comprising:a base;a coupling unit attached to the base and arranged for removable coupling to a working machine for carrying of the excavating attachment thereby;a working arm pivotally coupled to the base and pivotal relative thereto about a pivot axis passing through the base, the working arm having a working end for engaging the earth and a non-working end lying opposite said working end; andan actuator coupled to the working arm and operable to control movement of the working end of the working arm on a respective side of the coupling unit between a deployed position situated laterally outward from the base on the respective side of the coupling unit and a retracted position located nearer to the coupling unit than in the deployed working position.2. The excavating attachment of comprising a second working arm pivotally coupled to the base and pivotal relative thereto about a second axis passing through the base claim 1 , the second working arm having a second working end that is movable on a second side respective side of the coupling unit between a second deployed position situated laterally ...

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Номер записи: 19
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Over-the-Stern Deep Digging Trenching Plow with Instrumentation for Assessing the Protective Capabilities of a Seabed Trench

Номер: US20200024826A1
Автор: Wilson Michael W. N.
Принадлежит: OCEANEERING INTERNATIONAL, INC.

A seabed trenching plow has a chassis, a sled and a towing assembly. The towing assembly has a pair of wings extending laterally from each side of the chassis. The wings are aligned on an axis transverse to the chassis and adapted for connection to a towing line. The transverse axis is forward of the center of gravity of the plow and rearward of the sled, affording an over the stern releasable and retrievable trenching plow of sufficient weight and strength to excavate a three meter trench in a single pass. To assess the protective capabilities of the trench, a threshold signal indicative of a desired composition of seabed-trench soil is compared with a real-time data signal indicative of the actual to produce an alarm signal when the real-time data signal is not protective-capability compliant with the threshold signal. 1. A trenching plow comprising: i. a forward end and a rear end, the chassis defining a first axis extending from the forward end to the rear end and a second axis extending transversely to the first axis;', 'ii. a nose plate;', 'iii. a chassis nose;', 'iv. a horizontal end portion; and', 'v. an end plate disposed opposite the nose plate with respect to the longitudinal axis;, 'a. a chassis comprising a longitudinal axis, comprisingb. a sled connected to the forward end of the chassis below the nose at a connection point by uprights, the second axis further oriented forward of a center of gravity of the seabed trenching plow and rearward of a connection point of the uprights to the chassis;c. a plow share mounted against a bottom of the horizontal end portion of the chassis, the plow share comprising a tip towards the nose plate;d. a set of moldboards connected to the chassis; ande. a towing assembly disposed at a predetermined location intermediate the chassis nose and the horizontal end portion.2. The trenching plow of claim 1 , wherein a bottom of the chassis lies in fore and aft horizontal planes with an intermediate plane angled downwardly fore ...

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Номер записи: 20
28-01-2021 дата публикации

PLOW ASSEMBLY AND METHODS OF USING SAME

Номер: US20210025122A1
Автор: HUGHES III PRESTON W.
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A plow assembly for forming a trench within soil of a selected land area. The plow assembly has a blade element, a displacement element, and an attachment element that permits attachment of the plow assembly to a vehicle, such as a tractor. A first end of the displacement element is secured to a distal end of the blade element, and a second end of the displacement element is spaced from a rear edge of the blade element and connected to a pipe. As the plow assembly is advanced within soil, the cutting edge of the blade element cuts through the soil and the displacement element displaces the soil to form the trench and pulls the pipe into the trench as the trench is formed. 1. A plow assembly for forming a trench within soil of a selected land area , the plow assembly comprising:a blade element having a longitudinal axis and a cutting edge that extends along at least a portion of the blade element relative to the longitudinal axis, wherein the blade element has opposed proximal and distal ends and a rear edge that is opposed from the cutting edge;a displacement element having opposed first and second ends, wherein the first end of the displacement element is secured to the distal end of the blade element, wherein the second end of the displacement element is spaced from the rear edge of the blade element relative to a transverse axis that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the blade element, wherein the second end of the displacement element is configured for coupling to a pipe to be positioned within the trench; andan attachment element secured to the proximal end of the blade element, wherein the attachment element is configured to permit selective attachment of the plow assembly to a vehicle,wherein, as the plow assembly is advanced within the soil of the selected land area, the cutting edge of the blade element is configured to cut through the soil of the selected land area and the displacement element is configured to displace the soil of the selected ...

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Номер записи: 21
28-01-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR LAYING UNDERGROUND FIBER OPTIC CABLE

Номер: US20210025128A1
Автор: Bolandhemmat Hamidreza, Hemmati Hamid
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The disclosed systems for laying underground fiber optic cable may include a drive body, at least one rotational motor, a forward auger element rotatably coupled to the drive body and positioned to be rotated by the at least one rotational motor in a first rotational direction, and a rear auger element rotatably coupled to the drive body and positioned to be rotated by the at least one rotational motor in a second, opposite rotational direction. Various other systems, methods, and devices are also disclosed. 1. A system for laying underground fiber optic cable , the system comprising:a drive body;at least one rotational motor;a forward auger element rotatably coupled to the drive body and positioned to be rotated by the at least one rotational motor in a first rotational direction;a rear auger element rotatably coupled to the drive body and positioned to be rotated by the at least one rotational motor in a second, opposite rotational direction; anda steering mechanism comprising at least one rudder extending radially outward from the drive body,wherein the drive body is positioned centrally between the forward auger element and the rear auger element and the at least one rotational motor is positioned within the drive body.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one rotational motor comprises:a first rotational motor positioned to rotate the forward auger element in the first rotational direction; anda second rotational motor positioned to rotate the rear auger element in the second, opposite rotational direction.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the drive body comprises a flexible junction positioned between the first rotational motor and the second rotational motor.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a steering mechanism configured to reorient a direction of underground movement of the system.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one rudder has at least one of the following shapes:planar rectangular; orcurved.6. The system of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 22
02-02-2017 дата публикации

UNDERWATER TRENCHING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170030050A1
Автор: Norman Bryan A.
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An apparatus for forming a trench along the bed of a body of water for burying a line lying along such bed including a support structure designed to straddle such line, means for propelling such structure straddling such line and means disposed on such structure including a pair of transversely spaced excavator devices cooperable in forming a trench along the bed of such body of water for receiving such line, each provided with a set of circumferentially spaced, pressurized fluid ejecting nozzles, rotatable about an axis. 1. An apparatus for forming a trench along the bed of a body of water for burying a line lying along said bed , comprising:a support structure provided with a longitudinally recessed along a bottom side thereof for receiving a segment of said line therethrough in straddling relation;means mounted on said support structure engageable with a segment of said line received within said recess for propelling said support structure along said line; andmeans disposed on said support structure including a pair of transversely spaced excavator devices cooperable in forming a trench along the bed of said body of water, each provided with a set of circumferentially spaced, pressurized fluid ejecting nozzles, rotatable about an axis,wherein each of said excavator devices is mounted on an end portion of a fluid supply component of said support structure connected to a source of fluid under pressure, for rotation about an axis disposed downwardly and outwardly relative to said support structure, including said nozzles spaced circumferentially in a plane disposed normal to said axis, communicable with said component, with each of said nozzles being angularly displaced relative to one side of said plane, a degree different than the degree of angularity of each successive nozzle.2. The apparatus of wherein each half of said circumference of said plane includes a spaced set of said nozzles.3. The apparatus of wherein said nozzles are equally spaced apart about said ...

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Номер записи: 23
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Cutting Tool Adapter and Method of Underpinning Structures Using Cutting Tool Adapter for Soil Mixing

Номер: US20200032477A1
Автор: Matthew J. Niermann, Walter W. Trail, JR.
Принадлежит: SCHNABEL FOUNDATION Co

A cutting tool adapter for creating an underpinning structure and method of creating the underpinning structure are provided. In some examples, the cutting tool adapter may connect a cutting tool to a working machine arm to enable the cutting tool to cut and dislodge soil below an existing foundation or structure. As the soil is cut and dislodged, it is mechanical mixed with an additive, such as a cementitious material, via the cutting tool. The mixed soil and additive may then harden in the area below the existing structure or foundation to create an underpinning structure to provide additional support for the existing structure or foundation.

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Номер записи: 24
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Excavating earth from a dig site using an excavation vehicle

Номер: US20200032483A1
Автор: Ammar Idris Kothari, Andrew Liang, Edward Joseph Garza, Gaurav Jitendra KIKANI, James Alan Emerick, Noah Austen Ready-Campbell, Pradeesh SUGANTHAN, Sarah Marie Thornton
Принадлежит: Built Robotics Inc

This description provides an autonomous or semi-autonomous excavation vehicle that is capable of navigating through a dig site and carrying an excavation routine using a system of sensors physically mounted to the excavation vehicle. The sensors collect one or more of spatial, imaging, measurement, and location data representing the status of the excavation vehicle and its surrounding environment. Based on the collected data, the excavation vehicle executes instructions to perform an excavation routine by excavating earth from a hole using an excavation tool positioned at a single location within the site. The excavation vehicle is also able to carry out numerous other tasks, such as checking the volume of excavated earth in an excavation tool, navigating the excavation vehicle over a distance while continuously excavating earth from a below surface depth, and preparing a digital terrain model of the site as part of a process for creating the excavation routine.

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Номер записи: 25
31-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DEPLOYMENT OF A COMMUNICATION LINE ONTO A SURFACE SUCH AS A ROADWAY OR PATHWAY

Номер: US20190033550A1
Автор: TURNER Daniel R.
Принадлежит: TRAXyL, INC.

A method for adhering a tubular body onto a surface that includes smoothing a portion of the surface to create a smoothed segment of the surface and applying a tubular body directly onto the smoothed segment of the surface after the smoothing of the portion of the surface. The surface at the smoothed segment is smoother than the remainder of the surface. The method further includes applying an uncured protectant onto the tubular body while the tubular body is on the smoothed segment of the surface and curing the uncured protectant into a cured protectant while the uncured protectant is on the tubular body on the smoothed segment of the surface. The cured protectant protectively encases and adheres the tubular body to the surface. 1. A method for adhering a tubular body onto a surface , the method comprising:smoothing a linear portion of the surface to create a smoothed linear segment of the surface, the surface at the smoothed linear segment being more smooth than the surface at a remainder of the surface;applying a tubular body directly onto the smoothed linear segment of the surface after the smoothing of the linear portion of the surface;applying an uncured protectant directly onto the tubular body while the tubular body is directly on the smoothed linear segment of the surface; andcuring the uncured protectant into a cured protectant while the uncured protectant is directly on the tubular body on the smoothed linear segment of the surface, the cured protectant protectively encasing and adhering the tubular body to the surface.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the linear portion of the surface possesses a width of one foot or less.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:shaping the uncured protectant while the uncured protectant is on the tubular body that is on the smoothed linear segment of the surface before curing the uncured protectant, the uncured protectant being shaped to possess a cross-sectional shape.4. The method according ...

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Номер записи: 26
04-02-2021 дата публикации

CUTTING DEVICE WITH TAPERED CUTTING ELEMENT

Номер: US20210032989A1
Автор: de Sousa Joaquim Antonio Soares, Laing Michael
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A cutting device for cutting rock includes a disc and a plurality of cutting elements secured to the disc. The disc is supported for rotation about an axis of rotation, and the disc includes a peripheral edge extending around the axis of rotation. The plurality of cutting elements are spaced apart along the peripheral edge of the disc and positioned in a cutting plane. Each of the cutting elements includes a base portion and a cutting portion including a cutting edge, and the cutting portion has a width that is larger than a width of the base portion. 118-. (canceled)19. A cutting device for engaging a rock face , the cutting device comprising:a disc supported for rotation about an axis of rotation, the disc including a peripheral edge extending around the axis of rotation, the peripheral edge including a plurality of bores space apart along the peripheral edge of the disc, each of the plurality of bores including a countersink opening; anda plurality of cutting elements each of the cutting elements including a base portion, a cutting portion including a cutting edge, and a transition portion including a tapered surface positioned between the base portion and the cutting portion, the plurality of cutting elements received within the plurality of bores, the tapered surfaces of the plurality of cutting elements engaging the countersink openings of the plurality of bores to distribute loads exerted on the cutting portions across a periphery of the countersink openings.20. The cutting device of claim 19 , wherein the peripheral edge is formed at a junction between an end surface of the disc and a peripheral surface of the disc extending around the axis of rotation claim 19 , the peripheral edge having a circular profile.21. The cutting device of claim 19 , wherein a width of the transition portion proximate the cutting portion is larger than a width of the transition portion proximate the base portion.22. The cutting device of claim 19 , wherein the disc includes a main ...

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Номер записи: 27
05-02-2015 дата публикации

Determination Of Remote Control Operator Position

Номер: US20150039158A1
Автор: Kiner Nathan, Self Kelvin P.
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A system and method for controlling a work machine system having a work machine and work tool. Operational characteristics of both the work machine and work tool are configured by a machine controller based upon the type of work tool attached to the work machine, the operating environment of the work machine, and the location of work site personnel or other observers relative to the machine or work tool. The operational characteristics of both the work machine and work tool may then be automatically altered during operation of the work machine system to limit or expand functions of the work machine system in response to changes in the operational environment or movement of personnel or observers relative to the work machine system. 1. A system for controlling operation of a work machine having a work tool , the system comprising:an attachment sensor to determine attachment of the work tool and to determine the type of work tool operatively connected to the work machine;a controller assembly supported by the work machine to generate control signals used for operation of the work machine and the work tool;a remote control system relative to the work machine comprising a signal system;an antenna assembly supported by the work machine to establish an operational boundary around the work machine and work tool and to transmit a personnel detection signal; wherein the operational boundary is defined by the location of the remote control system, the work tool, and the work machine; anda processing assembly to configure the controller assembly for operation of the work tool detected by the attachment sensor, to determine a location of personnel relative to the operational boundary and to periodically alter the control signal output by the controller system to change an operational characteristic of the work tool based upon a detected location of personnel relative to the operational boundary.2. The system of wherein the attachment sensor comprises a circuit with pre-wired ...

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Номер записи: 28
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Vehicle With Non-Symmetrical Drive Members

Номер: US20150040442A1
Автор: Kukuk Brant Douglas, Sewell Cody L.
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A vehicle having a long track or wheel-trail wheel combination on one side and a smaller ground engaging member, such as a short track or wheel on the other. The vehicle has a work attachment on one end of its frame, which is provided clearance on the side of the vehicle with the short track or wheel. A control system is provided to allow an operator to properly control a direction of the vehicle despite the fact that different forces may be required to operate the long track and the short track or wheel. 1. A vehicle comprising:a first ground engaging assembly;a second ground engaging assembly;a frame moveably supported on a surface of the ground by the first ground engaging assembly and the second ground engaging assembly;wherein the first ground engaging assembly defines a surface-engaging area that is greater than a surface-engaging area defined by the second ground engaging assembly.2. The vehicle of wherein the surface-engaging area of the second ground engaging assembly is less than 75% of the surface-engaging area of the first ground engaging assembly.3. The vehicle of wherein the first ground engaging assembly comprises an endless track that is triangularly oriented.4. The vehicle of further comprising a trencher and an auger connected to the frame.5. The vehicle of wherein the trencher and the auger are powered by the same motor.6. The vehicle of wherein the auger defines an auger axis wherein the auger axis extends above of the surface-engaging area defined by the first ground engaging assembly but does not extend above the surface-engaging area defined by the second ground engaging assembly.7. The vehicle of further comprising a control system claim 1 , the control system comprising a first throttle for controlling the first ground engaging assembly and a second throttle for controlling the second ground engaging assembly.8. The vehicle of wherein the control system allows the vehicle to move in a straight line when a setting of the first throttle is ...

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Номер записи: 29
09-02-2017 дата публикации

Excavator Bucket With an Internally Deployable Breaker

Номер: US20170037596A1
Автор: Underwood Lowell
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An excavating machine, representatively a skid steer, has a pair of loader arms to which an excavating bucket is mounted. A hydraulic breaker assembly is protectively mounted inside the bucket and movable to extend outward therefrom. The bucket may be operated independently of the breaker assembly for digging operations. The breaker assembly may be positioned independently of the bucket and the breaker actuated for removing refusal material. The bucket and the breaker may then be cooperatively operated to perform removal operations. The same excavating machine can be used for digging and breaking operations without the need for a second excavating machine or device dedicated to breaking the refusal material. 1. A bucket-breaker assembly for use on an excavating machine , comprising:a bucket pivotally connected to a pair of loader arms of an excavating machine;the bucket having an interior and an exterior; and,a breaker assembly pivotally movable between a retracted position internal to the bucket and a deployed position partially external of the bucket.2. A bucket-breaker assembly for use on an excavating machine , comprising:a bucket pivotally connected to a pair of loader arms of an excavating machine;the bucket having an interior and an exterior; and,a breaker assembly pivotally movable between a retracted position inside of the bucket and a deployed position that extends beneath the bucket.3. A bucket-breaker assembly for use on an excavating machine , comprising:a bucket pivotally connected to a pair of loader arms of an excavating machine, and pivotal about a first axis;the bucket having an interior and an exterior; and,a breaker assembly pivotally connected to the bucket, and pivotal about a second axis that is perpendicular to the first axis.4. A bucket-breaker assembly for use on an excavating machine , comprising:a bucket pivotally connected to a pair of loader arms of an excavating machine;the bucket having an interior and an exterior;a passage extending ...

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Номер записи: 30
08-02-2018 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR ENTRENCHING A FLEXIBLE ELONGATE MEMBER, SUCH AS A ROPE, CABLE OR PIPE

Номер: US20180038071A1
Автор: Jurgens Harry Maria
Принадлежит: AFT TRENCHERS LIMITED

The present invention provides apparatus () and method for entrenching a flexible elongate member () in the ground (). The apparatus comprises a downwardly extending blade () having a forward facing edge for parting the ground, the apparatus thereby forming a trench in the ground as the apparatus is moved forwards. It also comprises an aggregate dispenser () having an opening () located rearwardly of the blade, the apparatus thereby filling the trench with aggregate as the apparatus moves forward. A guide () for the flexible elongate member () extends through the apparatus such that the member exits the apparatus rearwardly at or near a lower end of the blade. The apparatus thereby embeds the member in the aggregate in the trench as the apparatus is moved forwards along the ground in use. 1. An apparatus for entrenching a flexible elongate member in the ground , the apparatus comprising:a downwardly extending blade having a forward facing edge for parting the ground, the apparatus thereby forming a trench in the ground as the apparatus is moved forwards along the ground in use;an aggregate dispenser having an opening located rearwardly of the blade, the apparatus thereby filling the trench with aggregate as the apparatus is moved forwards along the ground in use; anda guide for guiding a flexible elongate member through the apparatus such that the member exits the apparatus rearwardly at or near a lower end of the blade, the apparatus thereby embedding the member in the aggregate in the trench as the apparatus is moved forwards along the ground in use.2. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the elongate member is a rope claim 1 , cable or pipe.3. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the horizontal cross-section of the blade is substantially V-shaped claim 1 , with the base of the V-shape being at or towards the forward facing edge of the blade.4. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising means for oscillating the blade forwards and ...

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Номер записи: 31
18-02-2016 дата публикации

Method and device for providing a piping protection system in a dike body

Номер: US20160047105A1
Автор: Willem Martin ZIELMAN
Принадлежит: Gww-Infra Holding BV

The invention relates to a method for making a barrier screen in a dike body for preventing transport of soil particles, said barrier screen being positioned substantially standing and extending in a longitudinal direction of said dike body, wherein in said method said barrier screen is obtained by mechanically mixing soil that is already present in said dike body with a binder. The method is characterized in that it comprises the step of displacing the chain cutter along the trajectory of the barrier screen to be made through the dike body and mixing the soil present and the binder as well as inserting a cloth into the mixed soil.

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Номер записи: 32
18-02-2016 дата публикации

Cutter and a method for providing a piping protection system in a dike body

Номер: US20160047109A1
Автор: Willem Martin ZIELMAN
Принадлежит: Gww-Infra Holding BV

The invention relates to a cutter and a method for making a barrier screen in a dike body for preventing soil particles. The cutter comprises: —a part that is oriented vertically when in use and that comprises a supply device for supplying to soil material of said dike body a binder for binding soil material that has been cut by said cutter, said vertically oriented part at a lower portion thereof being provided with chisels for cutting said soil material during a downward movement of said cutter; —as well as a part that is horizontally oriented when in use and that extends at both sides of said vertical part and wherein said parts that are provided at both sides comprise cylinders that are rotatable about a horizontal rotation axis and wherein said cylinders are provided with ground cultivating members for mixing soil material that has been machined by said chisels and said ground cultivating members.

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Номер записи: 33
22-02-2018 дата публикации

LUBRICATED SOIL MIXING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20180051435A1
Автор: Kruse Darin R.
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Described herein are tools, systems and methods for conditioning, strengthening and/or improving in situ soil geotechnical or agricultural properties while at least temporarily reducing soil density, energy requirements, and tool wear. 1. A method of conditioning soil , the method comprising:mixing dry cement, cement slurry, bentonite cement slurry, phyllosilicates, granulated ground blast furnace slag, or a combination thereof with an extracted, demoulded soil at a mobile mixing plant,wherein the extracted, demoulded soil includes at least one soil mixing additive.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one soil mixing additive is a foam claim 1 , water claim 1 , air claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one soil mixing additive is a foam claim 1 , a polymer claim 1 , an anti claying agent claim 1 , an anti clogging agent claim 1 , or a combination thereof.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one soil mixing additive is a foam.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising adding a chemical defoamer.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the chemical defoamer is configured to destroy bubble structure.7. The method of claim 5 , wherein the chemical defoamer is configured to increase soil density.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mobile mixing plant is fed the dry cement claim 1 , cement slurry claim 1 , bentonite cement slurry claim 1 , phyllosilicates claim 1 , granulated ground blast furnace slag claim 1 , or a combination thereof from a mobile batch plant.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mobile batch plant includes a cement silo.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mobile batch plant includes an agitator tank.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mobile batch plant includes an agitator.12. A method of conditioning soil claim 1 , the method comprising:injecting processed soil into demoulded soil,wherein the demoulded soil includes at least one soil mixing additive.13. The method of claim 12 ...

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Номер записи: 34
14-02-2019 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATED PROJECTION MAPPING PREVISUALIZATION

Номер: US20190051041A1
Автор: FARAGHER Ian Chadwyck, KLASSEN Gerhard Dietrich, MILLS Shawn David
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A method and apparatus for automated projection mapping previsualization is provided. A computer model of an object is received, at a controller of a device, from a publicly accessible remote mapping server, the computer model comprising a publicly available three-dimensional computer model, the computer model defining an object in geographic coordinates and elevation coordinates, the object located at given geographic coordinates. The controller generates a time dependent previsualization projection mapping model for the object using images to be projected onto the object, the computer model, and data for generating one or more of Sun behavior and the Moon behavior at the given geographic coordinates. The controller controls a display device to render a previsualization of the time dependent previsualization projection mapping model. 1. A device comprising: receive, using the communication interface, a computer model of an object from a publicly accessible remote mapping server, the computer model comprising a publicly available three-dimensional computer model, the computer model defining the object in geographic coordinates and elevation coordinates, the object located at given geographic coordinates;', 'generate a time dependent previsualization projection mapping model for the object using: images to be projected onto the object, the computer model and data for generating one or more of Sun behavior and Moon behavior at the given geographic coordinates; and,', 'control a display device to render a previsualization of the time dependent previsualization projection mapping model., 'a communication interface, and a controller configured to2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the controller is further configured to receive claim 1 , from a weather server claim 1 , weather data for the given geographic coordinates claim 1 , and generate the time dependent previsualization projection mapping model for the object further using the weather data.3. The device of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 35
10-03-2022 дата публикации

SUBSEA PLOUGH FOR BURYING A FLEXIBLE ELONGATE MEMBER

Номер: US20220074166A1
Автор: BLAKEMAN Robert, Garner Robert, HEAP Matthew
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A subsea plough includes a plough share coupled to a chassis, boulder clearance and spoil clearance members, and front and rear support surfaces. In a first configuration, a maximum span of the boulder clearance member in an extended position is greater than a span of the spoil clearance member. The plough may be reconfigurable to include a backfill member. A method of use of the plough is provided in a boulder clearing only mode, and optional modes of simultaneous boulder clearing and trenching, second pass trenching, and backfilling a trench to bury a flexible elongate member in a seabed. 1. A plough for forming a trench in a seabed , the plough comprising a chassis and having a longitudinal axis;wherein in a first configuration, the plough comprises:a share coupled to the chassis;a boulder clearance member provided towards a first, leading end of the plough;a spoil clearance member provided towards a second, trailing end of the plough;a front support surface and a rear support surface;and wherein in the first configuration, a maximum span of the boulder clearing member in an extended position is greater than a span of the spoil clearance member.2. A plough as claimed in wherein the share is coupled to the chassis by a share depth controlling means claim 1 , wherein the share depth controlling means is configured to vary a vertical position of the share in relation to the chassis.3. A plough as claimed in wherein in the first configuration claim 1 , the front support surface and rear support surface are in a fixed vertical relationship with the chassis.4. A plough as claimed in wherein in the first configuration claim 1 , the boulder clearance member and spoil clearance member are in a fixed vertical relationship with the chassis.5. A plough as claimed in which is reconfigurable between the first configuration and a second configuration; wherein in the second configuration claim 1 , the plough comprises a backfilling member and optionally claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 36
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Pipeline laying apparatus and method for crossing steep terrain

Номер: US20180058608A1
Автор: Thomas Arthur Wilson
Принадлежит: Individual

A pipeline is assembled traversing steep terrain by digging a trench down an incline, assembling pipe joints together in proximity to the incline, and then using equipment to push and/or pull the assembled pipe joints down the incline and through the trench while the pipeline is suspended above the bottom of the trench. A series of connected sleds are used to partially carry the load of the assembled pipeline, keep it off the bottom of the trench until it is in place, and permit the installation of supports under it prior to backfilling.

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Номер записи: 37
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Roadway access hole drill and a method of microtrenching using the drill to open an access hole in the roadway

Номер: US20210062464A1
Автор: Angelo J. Pino, JR., Daniel Urban
Принадлежит: CCIIP LLC

A method of cutting a microtrech in which the buried utility is exposed by opening an access hole in a roadway above the buried utility using a roadway access hole drill that rotates and vibrates the drill bit. A roadway access hole drill having a down-the-hole jack-hammer drill bit and a motor to rotate the down-the-hole jack-hammer drill.

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Номер записи: 38
04-03-2021 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DEPLOYMENT OF A COMMUNICATION LINE ONTO A SURFACE SUCH AS A ROADWAY OR PATHWAY

Номер: US20210063668A1
Автор: TURNER Daniel R.
Принадлежит: TRAXyL, INC.

A method for adhering a tubular body onto a surface that includes smoothing a portion of the surface to create a smoothed segment of the surface and applying a tubular body directly onto the smoothed segment of the surface after the smoothing of the portion of the surface. The surface at the smoothed segment is smoother than the remainder of the surface. The method further includes applying an uncured protectant onto the tubular body while the tubular body is on the smoothed segment of the surface and curing the uncured protectant into a cured protectant while the uncured protectant is on the tubular body on the smoothed segment of the surface. The cured protectant protectively encases and adheres the tubular body to the surface. 1. A method for adhering a tubular body onto a man-made surface , the method comprising:smoothing a linear portion of the man-made surface to create a smoothed linear segment of the man-made surface, the smoothed linear segment being more smooth than the man-made surface at a remainder of the man-made surface, the remainder of the man-made surface comprising surface irregularities introduced when the man-made surface was created, and the smoothed linear segment being above or at a same depth as a lowest point of the surface irregularities;applying the tubular body onto the smoothed linear segment of the man-made surface after the smoothing of the linear portion of the man-made surface; andapplying an uncured protectant onto the tubular body; andcuring the uncured protectant to protectively encase the tubular body on the smoothed linear segment of the man-made surface.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the linear portion of the man-made surface possesses a width of one foot or less.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:shaping the uncured protectant before curing the uncured protectant such that the uncured protectant has a different cross-sectional shape after the shaping than prior to the shaping.4. The method ...

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Номер записи: 39
28-02-2019 дата публикации

Valve Assembly For Work Attachment

Номер: US20190063040A1
Автор: Sewell Cody L.
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A hydraulic control for an attachment on a work vehicle. The attachment is mounted on the chassis of the work vehicle and movable between a first position and a second position. A hydraulic cylinder is operable to power movement of the attachment. A fluid circuit communicates with the hydraulic cylinder and is configured to carry hydraulic fluid. A fluid reservoir is in communication with the fluid circuit. Accumulators that are in communication with the fluid circuit automatically store and release hydraulic fluid in response to movement of the attachment. A valve assembly controls fluid communication between the fluid reservoir and the fluid circuit in response to movement of the attachment to its second position. 1. A work machine , comprising:a chassis having a ground drive, the ground drive being configured to translate the chassis across a ground having a ground contour;a work attachment having a ground-engaging surface, the work attachment mounted on the chassis and movable between a first position and a second position, wherein the ground contacts the ground-engaging surface when the work attachment is in the second position; a cylinder to apply a force to the work attachment;', 'a fluid circuit that is configured to carry hydraulic fluid to the cylinder;', 'a fluid reservoir in communication with the fluid circuit; and', 'a first accumulator in communication with the fluid circuit;, 'a lift assembly disposed between the work attachment and the chassis comprisingin which the cylinder adjusts the work attachment to maintain contact between the ground-engaging surface and the ground as the ground contour changes due to translation of the chassis across the ground.2. The work machine of claim 1 , further comprising a tilt cylinder disposed between the work attachment and the chassis claim 1 , in which the first accumulator maintains a constant pressure between the tilt actuator and the cylinder.3. The work machine of further comprising a valve assembly to ...

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Номер записи: 40
09-03-2017 дата публикации

CRUMBER FOR TRENCHER

Номер: US20170067225A1
Автор: WRIGHT Stewart James
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A crumber for a trencher machine is provided, the crumber including a crumber mount for mounting to a crumber boom, and a crumber arm, the crumber arm being mounted to the crumber mount by a linkage, the linkage having a first linkage arm and a second linkage arm, the linkage being arranged to allow rotation of at least one of the linkage arms of at least 75°. The crumber mount has at least one edge or surface of the crumber arm, wherein the least one edge or surface of the crumber mount and the complementary edge or surface of the crumber arm abut on each other when the crumber arm is in a lowermost position. In this manner, the crumber arm is supported along an extended length when in the lowermost position. 1. A crumber for a trencher machine , the crumber comprising: a crumber mount for mounting to a crumber boom , and a crumber arm; the crumber aim being mounted to the crumber mount by a linkage the linkage comprising a first linkage arm and a second linkage arm , the linkage being arranged to allow rotation of at least one of the linkage arms of at least 75°.2. The crumber for a trencher according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the linkage arms is rotatable by between 75 to 120° claim 1 , more preferably from 80 to 110° claim 1 , even more preferably from 85 to 100° claim 1 , even more preferably about 90°.3. The crumber for a trencher according to claim 1 , wherein the linkage comprises a first linkage arm pivotally connected to the crumber mount and pivotally connected to the crumber arm claim 1 , and a second linkage arm pivotally connected to the crumber mount and pivotally connected to the crumber arm.4. The crumber for a trencher according to wherein the linkage comprises a pair of first linkage arms each pivotally connected to the crumber mount and pivotally connected to the crumber arm claim 1 , and a pair of second linkage arms each pivotally connected to the crumber mount and pivotally connected to the crumber arm.5. The crumber for a trencher ...

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Номер записи: 41
11-03-2021 дата публикации

AUTOMATED PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20210071781A1
Автор: MICKEY Keith, ORCHERTON Jim, RAMSAY Jerome, Stewart Robert
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An automated pipeline-construction system and method for constructing a pipeline and laying constructed pipeline in various terrain conditions. The system has one or more pipeline-racking vehicles arranged in series for storing a plurality of pipeline joints, and a self-propelled pipeline-construction vehicle behind the pipeline-racking vehicles for receiving pipeline joints one-by-one therefrom and automatically coupling each received pipeline joint to the constructed pipeline through a pipeline construction and deployment process. A computing structure controls the pipeline-racking vehicles and pipeline-construction vehicle to align them at least laterally and to synchronously move forward for deploying the constructed pipeline. Each of the one or more pipeline-racking vehicles and the pipeline-construction vehicle may comprise a moving structure, and the computing structure may control the moving structures thereof for leveling the one or more pipeline-racking vehicles and the pipeline-construction vehicle. 1. A self-propelled semi-automated remote-controllable apparatus for sealably engaging sections of fluid transmission pipeline joints end-to-end thereby producing a continuous long-distance fluid transmission pipeline for installation between a first location for receiving therefrom a supply of a fluid and a second location for delivery thereto of the fluid , said apparatus comprising:a source of motive power;a movable chassis in communication with the source of motive power, said movable chassis having a plurality of height-adjustable suspension structures and having a perimeter encircling a front section, a mid section, and a rear section, wherein:the front section is provided with a first conveyance mount provided with equipment for (i) receiving, engaging thereon, and conveying therealong to the mid section, an end of a fluid-transmission pipeline joint;the mid section is provided with remote-controlled equipment for (ii) receiving the end of the fluid ...

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Номер записи: 42
05-06-2014 дата публикации

Seabed Plow Capable of Over-the-Stern Release and Retrieval in Any Boulder Clearing, Trenching and Backfill Configurations

Номер: US20140150303A1
Автор: Wilson Michael W. N.
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A seabed plow capable of over-the-stern release and retrieval is usable in any of boulder clearing, trench cutting and backfill modes. In its boulder clearing mode, the plow uses its skid in torquing configuration followed by moldboards to push boulders out of the path to be trenched. In the trench cutting mode, the plow uses the skid in the same configuration with its share and moldboards for initial trench depth and the same share and moldboards with moldboard extensions for increasing trench depth in subsequent passes. In the backfill mode, the plow uses its skid in trench-straddling configuration following a blade with a passage designed to discharge fragmented spoil directly onto the pipe being covered. Thus, a single plow can be reconfigured for all modes for release and retrieval to and from a relatively small vessel without use of heavy lifting equipment. 1. A seabed-plow chassis comprising:an elongated member;one end of said elongated member being adapted for mounting a skid thereon for supporting said one end of said elongated member above the seabed; andanother end of said elongated member being adapted for mounting thereon a tool comprising moldboards for clearing boulders pushed by the skid outward of a path traveled by the skid further outward from its path as the skid leads the moldboards along the seabed.2. A seabed-plow chassis according to claim 1 , said elongated member having a first transition surface configured to extend between the skid and the tool claim 1 , said first transition surface being contoured to pivot about a fulcrum on a stern of a vessel contacting said first transition surface as a plow crosses the fulcrum during release of the plow from the vessel into the sea and during retrieval of the plow from the sea onto the vessel.3. A seabed-plow chassis according to claim 2 , a shape of said first transition surface and a weight of said elongated member being coordinated to resist roll of said chassis about a longitudinal axis of said ...

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Номер записи: 43
15-03-2018 дата публикации

CUTTING TOOL

Номер: US20180073218A1
Автор: MOLLER Karl, NEUBACH Stefan
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A cutting tool () for producing a narrow trench () in the ground () for laying cables () or the like, comprising a carrier device () which has a hub region () for connecting the cutting tool () to a rotary drive () and a peripheral region (), wherein arranged in the peripheral region () of the carrier device () are cutting segments () spaced from each other in the axial direction (), wherein the carrier device () is in one piece and has a peripheral surface () at which are arranged raised portions () which project from the peripheral surface () in the radial direction () and on which the cutting segments () are arranged. 112345617885910511121311149. A cutting tool () for producing a narrow trench () in the ground () for laying cables () or the like , comprising a carrier device () which has a hub region () for connecting the cutting tool () to a rotary drive () and a peripheral region () , wherein arranged in the peripheral region () of the carrier device () are cutting segments () spaced from each other in the axial direction () , characterised in that the carrier device () is in one piece and has a peripheral surface () at which are arranged raised portions ( , ) which project from the peripheral surface () in the radial direction () and on which the cutting segments () are arranged.2112131516171018151617. A cutting tool () according to wherein the raised portions ( claim 1 , ) are arranged in at least two rows ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ) spaced from each other in the axial direction () claim 1 , preferably wherein the spacing () of adjacent rows ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ) is 2 mm to 7 mm claim 1 , particularly preferably about 4.5 mm.31121315161710121611141912131517. A cutting tool () according to wherein the raised portions ( claim 2 , ) are arranged in at least three rows ( claim 2 , claim 2 , ) spaced from each other in the axial direction () and wherein the raised portions () of the inner row or rows () project from the peripheral surface () further in the radial ...

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Номер записи: 44
05-06-2014 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Performing Burial Assessment Surveys

Номер: US20140154014A1
Автор: Wilson Michael W.N.
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A BAS plow creates a V-trench along the linear route of a pipeline path and an instrumented bottle moving with the BAS plow collects BAS data indicative of the pitch, roll, heading, yaw, three dimensional positioning, speed and depth of the chassis, the shearing force applied to the seabed material and the applied tow force. The bottle can be swapped to collect the acquired data or an umbilical can be used to provide a real time stream of data. The Bas plow can simultaneously backfill the created trench, leaving an undisrupted seabed, or the pipeline can be laid in the BAS trench, which can also be made deeper and wider by additional trench cutting passes, significantly reducing the total time required for combined BAS and pipeline laying processes. The BAS plow can be released and retrieved over-the-stem of a towing vessel. 1. For performing burial assessment surveys (BAS) along offshore pipeline and cable paths , a BAS plow comprising:a chassis;a skid mounted on a leading end of said chassis;an anchor-type plow share mounted proximate a trailing end of said chassis; anda bottle aligned parallel to and mounted for simultaneous motion with said chassis, said bottle containing instrumentation acquiring electronic logging data indicative of at least one of pitch, roll, heading, yaw, three dimensional positioning, speed and depth of said chassis.2. A BAS plow according to further comprising a sensor mounted on a tip of said plow share claim 1 , said sensor acquiring data indicative of a shearing force applied by said plow tip to the seabed.3. A BAS plow according to claim 2 , said sensor further providing a continuous readout of said acquired data.4. A BAS plow according to further comprising load cells mounted on said skid providing data indicative of tow force applied to said chassis.5. A BAS plow according to claim 1 , said bottle being mounted externally on said chassis.6. A BAS plow according to claim 1 , said bottle being mounted internally within said chassis.7. ...

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Номер записи: 45
24-03-2022 дата публикации

GROUND EXCAVATION SHIELD APPARATUS WITH GUIDE RAILS

Номер: US20220090354A1
Автор: DeWind Gregory Allen, DeWind Ryan
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A ground excavation shield that can include a first wall, a second wall, and a third wall, a first guide rail, and a second guide rail. The first wall can be disposed on a first side of the ground excavation shield. The second wall can be disposed on a second side of the ground excavation shield. The third wall can be disposed on a third side of the ground excavation shield and can be coupled to the first and second walls. The first guide rail can be coupled to a bottom of the first wall and the second guide rail can be coupled to a bottom of the second wall. 1. A ground excavation shield , comprising:a first wall disposed on a first side of the ground excavation shield;a second wall disposed on a second side of the ground excavation shield;a third wall disposed on a third side of the ground excavation shield and coupled to the first and second walls;a first guide rail coupled to a bottom of the first wall; anda second guide rail coupled to a bottom of the second wall.2. The ground excavation shield according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second guide rails are one of “V” shaped claim 1 , “W” shaped claim 1 , and an inverted “V” shaped.3. The ground excavation shield according to claim 1 , further comprising a third guide rail coupled to a bottom of the third wall.4. The ground excavation shield according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one extension coupled to at least one top of the first claim 1 , second claim 1 , and third walls.5. The ground excavation shield according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one extension includes three extensions coupled to the first claim 4 , second claim 4 , and third walls claim 4 , respectively claim 4 , at the top of the ground excavation shield.6. The ground excavation shield according to claim 1 , further comprising a fourth wall on a fourth side of the ground excavation shield.7. The ground excavation shield according to claim 6 , further comprising a fourth guide rail coupled to a bottom of the fourth wall.8. ...

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Номер записи: 46
16-03-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PLACING AT LEAST ONE DUCT/COMMUNICATION CABLE BELOW A ROAD SURFACE IN AN AREA

Номер: US20170073909A1
Автор: Gustavsson Conny, Hultman Hasse
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A method for placing at least one duct/communication cable below a road surface in an area. The area comprises a first layer and a second layer, the first layer being a road layer, such as asphalt or concrete, and the second layer being a bearing layer for the first layer and being located below the first layer. The method comprising the steps of cutting a micro trench in the area through the first layer into the second layer, placing at least one duct/communication cable in the micro trench so that that duct/communication cable is placed below the first layer, and filling the micro trench so as to restore the road surface. 1. A machine for placing at least one duct/communication cable below a road surface in an area , said area comprising a first layer and a second layer , said first layer being a road layer , such as asphalt or concrete , and said second layer being a bearing layer for said first layer and being located below said first layer; said machine comprising:a saw blade arranged to saw a micro trench in said area through said first layer into said second layer, wherein said micro trench has a depth d; anda stabilizing device positioned immediately behind said saw blade and being arranged to place a plurality of ducts/communication cables in said micro trench by means of guiding means comprised in said stabilizing device so that said plurality of ducts/communication cables are placed below said first layer;wherein said machine is arranged to continuously adjust the depth d while in operation.2. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein said machine is arranged to continuously reduce said depth d while in operation.3. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein said machine is arranged to continuously reduce said depth d as the number of ducts/communication cables laid in the micro trench is reduced.4. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein an operating depth of said stabilizing device in said micro trench is less than an operating depth of said saw ...

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Номер записи: 47
16-03-2017 дата публикации

POWER EQUIPMENT, DRIVING DEVICE OF TRENCH CUTTER AND TRENCH CUTTER

Номер: US20170073930A1
Автор: Luo Yanling, Wu Xingcong, ZHENG Wen
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Power equipment, a driving device of trench cutter, and a trench cutter are disclosed. The power equipment comprises a motor, a motor installation seat with an inner cavity having a first installation hole and a second installation hole in respective ends, and a transmission shaft. The motor, at the upper part of the seat, is sealingly connected with the seat. A motor output shaft extends into the inner cavity through the first installation hole. One end of the transmission shaft extends into the inner cavity through the second installation hole and is drivingly connected with the motor output shaft. The middle part of the transmission shaft and the second installation hole are sealingly connected; the other end of the transmission shaft extends from the second installation hole. A motor oil drainage cavity can be sealed by sealing the seat without changing the structure of the motor without a lip seal. 1126. Power equipment , comprising a motor () , a motor installation seat () and a transmission shaft ();{'b': 2', '24', '25, 'the motor installation seat () is provided with an inner cavity as well as a first installation hole () and a second installation hole () formed in the two ends of the inner cavity respectively;'}{'b': 1', '2', '2', '70', '1', '24, 'the motor () is installed at the upper part of the motor installation seat () and is sealingly connected with the motor installation seat (); a motor output shaft () of the motor () extends into the inner cavity through the first installation hole (); and'}{'b': 6', '25', '70', '6', '25', '6', '25, 'one end of the transmission shaft () extends into the inner cavity through the second installation hole () and is drivingly connected with the motor output shaft (), a middle part of the transmission shaft () and the second installation hole () are sealingly connected, and the other end of the transmission shaft () extends out of the second installation hole ().'}22. The power equipment of claim 1 , wherein a motor oil ...

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Номер записи: 48
16-03-2017 дата публикации

Sprocket With Offset Mud Relief

Номер: US20170074383A1
Автор: Kukuk Brant Douglas, Sewell Cody L.
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A sprocket having one or more mud relief portions offset from the midpoint between adjacent teeth. The sprocket has a plurality of teeth, and saddle sections disposed on the periphery of the sprocket between each of the plurality of teeth. The saddle has a seat disposed at a midpoint between the adjacent teeth, and one or more mud relief portions disposed on each side of the seat. The mud relief portions are recessed within the sprocket. The mud relief portions may be mirror images of one another, or the saddle may alternatively be asymmetrically formed. 1. A sprocket comprising:a body;a plurality of teeth disposed about a periphery of the body; anda plurality of saddles disposed between two adjacent teeth;wherein the sprocket defines a plurality of sectors defined by radii extending to a pair of adjacent teeth the arc between the adjacent teeth and wherein each of the plurality of sectors is bisected by a tooth axis;wherein each of the plurality of saddles is asymmetrically formed relative to the tooth axis.2. The sprocket of wherein the saddle comprises a seat disposed on and perpendicular to the tooth axis.3. The sprocket of wherein the seat comprises a hardened surface.4. The sprocket of wherein the saddle further defines a mud relief portion recessed from the seat and disposed entirely on a single side of the tooth axis.5. The sprocket of wherein the mud relief portion is a void having the cross-sectional profile of an open curve.6. The sprocket of wherein the cross sectional profile of the mud relief portion is arcuate.7. The sprocket of wherein the each pair of two adjacent teeth and a midpoint of the saddle intermediate the pair of teeth are equidistant from a reference point claim 1 , and wherein the saddle defines a mud relief portion disposed further away from the reference point than the midpoint of the saddle.8. The sprocket of wherein the saddle comprises a seat disposed on and substantially perpendicular to the tooth axis.9. The sprocket of wherein ...

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Номер записи: 49
18-03-2021 дата публикации

UNDERWATER PIPELINE BURYING APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20210079620A1
Автор: Anderson Richard Allen, Bisso, IV William A.
Принадлежит: Bisso Marine, LLC

The present invention provides an improved pipeline burying apparatus that uses specially configured jetting nozzles that intake sea water surrounding the nozzle. The apparatus provides a frame supporting spaced apart left and right inclined pipe sections that arc configured to be placed on opposing sides of the pipeline to be buried. Each inclined pipe section is fitted with a plurality of jetting nozzles that are positioned on one of the inclined pipe sections, in vertically spaced apart positions and in horizontally spaced apart positions. At least some of said jetting nozzles include a nozzle body having an outer surface and a main, central longitudinal fluid flow channel with a central channel axis. A fluid inlet end portion of the nozzle body has an externally threaded portion that enables connection to an internally threaded portion of a selected one of the inclined pipe sections. A discharge end portion of the nozzle body extends outwardly from an inclined pipe and the threaded portion. A plurality of lateral channels each intersect the main channel at an acute angle. In one embodiment, the main central longitudinal channel has an inlet section with an inlet section diameter, a discharge section having an outlet section diameter and a connecting section that is in between the inlet section and the outlet section. 1. An underwater pipeline burying apparatus , comprising:(a) a frame;(b) spaced apart left and right inclined pipe sections of the frame that are configured to be placed on opposing sides of the pipeline to be buried;(c) each said inclined pipe section fitted with a plurality of jetting nozzles that are positioned on a said pipe section in substantially vertically spaced apart positions and in substantially horizontally spaced apart positions; and a nozzle body having an outer surface and a main, central longitudinal channel with a central channel axis;', 'a fluid inlet end portion of said body having an externally threaded portion;', 'a discharge ...

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Номер записи: 50
14-03-2019 дата публикации

LAYING MACHINE AND A BLADE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190078293A1
Автор: Gustafsson Lars, Johansson Rolf, Meister Donald F., Nilsson Tobias, Sjodahl Fredrik
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The present invention relates to a laying machine for laying at least one flexible casing or tube, cable or wire including: a blade arrangement for making a trench in the ground, a consolidation and laying means being arranged behind the blade arrangement, for clearing and safe-guarding the trench from collapsing while laying at least one flexible casing or tube, cable or wire into the trench. A blade assembly comprising compartments for cooling fluid and air. 1. A blade assembly for working on a work surface or structure , the blade assembly including two outer blades and at least one intermediate blade , each blade spaced apart by a spacer structure , wherein a thickness of cutting segments of the at least one intermediate blade are thinner than cutting segments of the two outer blades.2. The blade assembly according to claim 1 , wherein a thickness of the cutting segments of the at least one intermediate blade is about 3-12 mm.3. The blade assembly according to claim 1 , wherein a thickness of the cutting segments of the at least one intermediate blade is about 0.2-1 mm thinner than those of the two outer blades.4. The blade assembly according to claim 3 , wherein a total thickness of the blade assembly at a periphery is about 15-30 mm claim 3 , and wherein a thickness of each spacer structure is in the range of about 2-10 mm.5. The blade assembly according to claim 4 , wherein the diameter of each of the two outer blades is in the range of about 500-1200 mm and the at least one intermediate blade is of equal diameter or up to about 100 mm shorter.6. The blade assembly according to claim 5 , wherein the at least one intermediate blade and the two outer blades are steel plates claim 5 , and wherein the spacer structures are made of steel.7. The blade assembly according to claim 6 , wherein the segments of the at least one intermediate blade and the two outer blades are diamond impregnated.8. The blade assembly according to claim 7 , wherein the spacer structures ...

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Номер записи: 51
24-03-2016 дата публикации

DIGGING MACHINE

Номер: US20160083928A1
Автор: Bettanin Mauro, Formenti Massimiliano, Serena Alberto
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A digging machine configured to bury a continuous elongated member in the bed of a body of water has a frame extending along a longitudinal axis; a guide assembly fitted to the frame to move crosswise to the longitudinal axis, and configured to engage and move along the continuous elongated member; and a control device configured to adjust the position of the guide assembly with respect to the frame and the continuous elongated member according to the conformation of the continuous elongated member. 121-. (canceled)22. A digging machine configured to bury a continuous elongated member in a bed of a body of water , the digging machine comprising:a frame extending along a longitudinal axis; (i) successively arranged along the longitudinal axis,', '(ii) fitted to the frame to move crosswise to the longitudinal axis, and', '(ii) configured to engage the continuous elongated member', 'and move along the continuous elongated member; and, 'at least two guide assembliesa control device configured to adjust a position of each of the at least two guide assemblies with respect to the frame and the continuous elongated member according to a conformation of the continuous elongated member.23. The digging machine of claim 22 , wherein each guide assembly is connected to the frame by a sliding coupling.24. The digging machine of claim 23 , wherein the sliding coupling is slidable along an arc-shaped trajectory.25. The digging machine of claim 22 , wherein each guide assembly is movable with respect to the frame along a respective plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis.26. The digging machine of claim 22 , wherein the control device includes a control unit configured to cause each of the at least two guide assemblies to be set claim 22 , with respect to the frame claim 22 , to each of a plurality of positions about the continuous elongated member.27. The digging machine of claim 22 , wherein each guide assembly includes:a runner slidably fitted to the frame; andat least two ...

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Номер записи: 52
12-03-2020 дата публикации

Hydraulic Excavation Around a Pipeline Buried Under Shallow Water

Номер: US20200080282A1
Автор: Bath William R., Britton James N.
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A hydraulic excavation apparatus may be used for providing access to a pipeline buried under shallow water or in wetland locations, for example, in order to install an electro-mechanical clamp on the pipeline. This clamp can then be used for connecting externals anodes to the pipeline, for monitoring the level of corrosion protection of the pipeline, or for any other purpose. 1. A system for excavating soil around and above a pipeline buried under shallow water , the system comprising: an enclosure wall having an inverted-U cutout at the bottom of each of two opposite portions of the enclosure wall;', 'water jetting pipes; and', 'hydraulic evacuation pipes;, 'a hydraulic excavation apparatus including a hoisting system configured to lower and raise the hydraulic excavation apparatus through a retainer mounted on the floating vessel;', 'a pressure jetting pump configured to fluidize soil by generating pressure jets at ends of the water jetting pipe; and', 'a dredging pump configured to evacuate fluidized soil from inside the enclosure wall through the hydraulic evacuation pipes., 'a floating vessel including2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the hydraulic excavation apparatus further includes a guide frame extending from the top of the enclosure wall.3. A method for excavating soil around and above a pipeline buried under shallow water claim 1 , the method comprising: an enclosure wall having an inverted-U cutout at the bottom of each of two opposite portions of the enclosure wall;', 'a guide frame extending from the top of the enclosure wall;', 'water jetting pipes; and', 'hydraulic evacuation pipes;, 'providing a hydraulic excavation apparatus includinglowering and raising the hydraulic excavation apparatus;fluidizing soil by generating with a pressure jetting pump pressure jets at ends of the water jetting pipe; andevacuating with a dredging pump fluidized soil from inside the enclosure wall through the hydraulic evacuation pipes.4. The method of claim 3 , further ...

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Номер записи: 53
25-03-2021 дата публикации

Measuring apparatus

Номер: US20210087787A1
Автор: Hiroshi Arita
Принадлежит: Japan Aviation Electronics Industry Ltd

The present invention is aimed to reduce power consumption of a measuring apparatus. A measuring apparatus according to the present invention is to be disposed in an excavation section of an underground excavator. The measuring apparatus according to the present invention includes a first measurement module, a second measurement module, and an information processor. The first measurement module includes a triaxial first accelerometer and a triaxial first magnetometer for performing highly-accurate measurement. The second measurement module includes a triaxial second accelerometer and a triaxial second magnetometer for performing measurement during excavation. The information processor controls the first measurement module and the second measurement module and obtains a position and an attitude of the excavation section based on output data of the first measurement module or the second measurement module. Further, the second accelerometer and the second magnetometer are MEMS sensors.

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Номер записи: 54
30-03-2017 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PLACEMENT OF A SUBTERRANEAN CURTAIN BELOW THE FACE OF THE EARTH

Номер: US20170087489A1
Автор: Lenting Albertus, Terlingen Jeroen Paulus Maria, Veldhoen Marinus
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Apparatus and method for placement of a subterranean curtain below the face of the earth. 1. A method for to reinforce a dike by placement of a subterranean water-permeable curtain below the face of the earth , comprising the steps of:selecting an area with soil in which the subterranean curtain is to be placed;carving a slit at a predefined location in the soil;providing a movable casing in said slit;providing the movable casing with the curtain;dispatching the curtain from the movable casing into the slit; andclosing said slit, andwherein carving the slit and providing the subterranean curtain in said slit is executed in an area with a predefined stratification of a sand layer and a clay layer on top of said sand layer, wherein:after dispatching the water-permeable curtain from the movable casing into the slit, introducing sand and clay is introduced in the slit on opposite sides of the water-permeable curtain so as to close said slit and restore the area's original stratification of sand and clay.2. The method according to claim 1 , additionally comprising selecting the subterranean water-permeable curtain as an impermeable curtain for preselected material not being water claim 1 , and providing the curtain below the face of the earth to restrict movement of said preselected material from one side of the curtain to an opposite side of the curtain.3. The method according to claim 1 , additionally comprising providing the water-permeable curtain with guide wires and providing the movable casing with one or more guides that cooperate with said guide wires so as to position the curtain vertically within the slit.4. The method according to claim 1 , additionally comprising dispatching measurement wires from the movable casing on opposite sides of the curtain simultaneously with the dispatching of the curtain from the movable casing.5. The method according to claim 4 , additionally comprising embodying the measurement wires as hybrid wires claim 4 , comprising glass ...

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Номер записи: 55
21-03-2019 дата публикации

METHOD OF FILLING AND SEALING A MICROTRENCH AND A SEALED MICROTRENCH

Номер: US20190086002A1
Автор: Pino Angelo J., Urban Daniel
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Provided is a microtrench fill comprising cement, a polymer, and a colorant. Also provided is a method of using the microtrench fill to fill a microtrench in a roadway. 1. A method of continuously filling and sealing a microtrench containing an optical fiber and/or innerduct/microduct on a roadway to return the roadway to substantially an original state with a color-matched , filled and sealed microtrench comprising:forming a flowable concrete-based fill in a fill device by mixing together a cement, a polymer bonding agent, a colorant, an aggregate, and water, wherein the colorant provides the flowable concrete-based fill with a color substantially matching the color of the roadway, the polymer bonding agent provides adhesion to the existing roadway to seal the microtrench against water infiltration, the flowable concrete-based fill having a final set time of 2 hour or less, and the flowable concrete-based fill is configured to flow into the microtrench from a fill device; andcontinuously filling the microtrench with the flowable concrete-based fill material from the fill device to cover the optical fiber and/or innerduct/microduct, fill and seal the microtrench and return the roadway substantially back to an original state with the color-matched, filled and sealed microtrench.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising mixing a cement accelerator into the flowable concrete-based fill in an amount to provide the flowable concrete-based fill with a final set time of less than 2 hours.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the cement comprises calcium sulfoaluminate cement in an amount to provide the flowable concrete-based fill with a final set time of less than 2 hours.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising forming the flowable concrete-based fill in real time and filling the microtrench by the fill device in real time.5. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising mixing a cement accelerator into the flowable concrete- ...

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Номер записи: 56
19-06-2014 дата публикации

FLUIDIFIED INERT MATERIAL SPREADING DEVICE FOR BURYING AN UNDERWATER PIPELINE, AND METHOD OF SPREADING FLUIDIFIED INERT MATERIAL OVER AN UNDERWATER PIPELINE

Номер: US20140169884A1
Автор: Faidutti Denis, Minola Paolo
Принадлежит: SAIPEM S.p.A.

A fluidified inert material spreading device configured to bury a pipeline in a body of water is configured to travel in the body of water in a travelling direction along and over the pipeline, and has a hull, which extends along a longitudinal axis, houses at least one expansion chamber for fluidified inert material, is connected to at least one feed port to feed the fluidified inert material to the expansion chamber, and has a quantity or number of outlet ports configured to release the fluidified inert material from the expansion chamber, close to the pipeline, and which as a whole define a flow cross section greater than the flow cross section of the feed port. 125-. (canceled)26. A fluidified inert material spreading device configured to travel in a body of water in a travelling direction along and over a pipeline , the fluidified inert material spreading device comprising: extends along a longitudinal axis,', 'houses at least one expansion chamber for fluidified inert material,', 'is connected to at least one feed port configured to to feed the fluidified inert material to the at least one expansion chamber, and', configured to release the fluidified inert material from the at least one expansion chamber to an area close to the pipeline, and', 'which collectively define a flow cross section greater than a flow cross section of the at least one feed port., 'has a plurality of outlet ports], 'a hull which27. The fluidified inert material spreading device of claim 26 , wherein the hull includes a bottom wall and two side walls adjacent to the bottom wall claim 26 , and at least one of the outlet ports is arranged along the bottom wall.28. The fluidified inert material spreading device of claim 27 , wherein at least one of the outlet ports is arranged along the side walls.29. The fluidified inert material spreading device of claim 26 , wherein each of the outlet ports has a flow cross section smaller than the flow cross section of the at least one feed port.30. ...

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Номер записи: 57
05-05-2022 дата публикации

Method for offshore installing of power cables or tubes for power cables for wind turbine installations and seabed vehicle

Номер: US20220136205A1
Автор: Johnny Soerensen
Принадлежит: Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy AS

Provided is a method for offshore installing of power cables or tubes for power cables for wind turbine installations, wherein an end of an incoming power cable and an end of an outgoing power cable or an end of an incoming tube and an end of an outgoing tube are pulled into an offshore wind turbine installation simultaneously. By pulling both ends of the incoming and outgoing power cables/tubes into the offshore wind turbine installation simultaneously, the ends of the incoming and outgoing power cables/tubes can be pulled into the offshore wind turbine installation in a single process step.

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Номер записи: 58
19-03-2020 дата публикации

Virtual Path Guidance System

Номер: US20200089222A1
Автор: Benjamin Ryan Travers, Victor D. Cámara Puerto
Принадлежит: Charles Machine Works Inc

A guidance system for remotely guiding a work machine along a virtual path. The system uses a vision system to capture image data representative of areas surrounding the work machine. The image data is used to produce a spatial map. Analysis of image data allows the work machine's then-current position to be represented on the spatial map. A virtual path extending from the work machine's position is next added to the spatial map. The virtual path may be generated in response to external input provided at the display showing an image of the spatial map. Using continuously-updated image data, the work machine is driven toward the virtual path. During operation, the actual path of the work machine is compared to the virtual path. If any deviation between the paths is detected, the trajectory of the work machine is automatically adjusted.

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Номер записи: 59
01-04-2021 дата публикации

Automatic Depth Control System

Номер: US20210095438A1
Автор: Cámara Puerto Víctor D., Travers Benjamin Ryan
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A system for uncovering a desired and pre-planned trench. A trenching machine is equipped with sensors, including visual imaging sensors. The sensors detect the inclination of the ground and movement of the trenching machine, as well as the angle of a trenching boom. Using this information, and a pre-determined preferred trench grade, a processor commands the trenching boom to adjust its angle to maintain the preferred trench grade. Surface irregularities may therefore be accounted for along the length of the trench to maintain a constant grade at the trench bottom. 1. A method comprising:designating a preferred excavation dimension for a first location;using one or more scanning devices to collect imaging data from areas at and around the first location;excavating the ground at the location with a digging attachment carried by a self-propelled work machine, the position of the digging attachment being denoted by an excavating dimension; andusing the imaging data, positioning the digging attachment such that its position matches the preferred excavation dimension.2. The method of further comprising;prior to the positioning step, using one or more scanning devices to collect imaging data from areas at and around the first location;using the imaging data, identifying a ground plane associated with the first location; andin which the step of positioning the digging attachment is carried out with reference to the identified ground plane.3. The method of wherein the preferred excavation dimension is an excavation bottom depth.4. The method of in which the excavation has a length claim 3 , and in which the preferred depth of the excavation over the length results in a uniform grade along the excavation bottom.5. The method of in which the digging attachment is a trencher boom.6. The method of further comprising:moving the self-propelled work machine away from the first location to a spaced second location, the second location having a preferred excavation dimension;using ...

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Номер записи: 60
05-04-2018 дата публикации

EXCAVATING APPARATUS, EXCAVATION BLADE PLATE AND EXCAVATING METHOD

Номер: US20180094402A1
Автор: MIZUTANI Motohiko
Принадлежит: Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.

Provided are an excavating apparatus, an excavation blade plate and an excavating method which are capable of reducing a shear force to be applied to a fastening member fixedly fastening the excavation blade plate and a chain together. The excavating apparatus comprises a cutter post, a chain, a plurality of cutter bit plates, and a shoe bolt S The chain is formed by mutually coupling a plurality of pairs of links arranged along a circulating movement direction thereof Each of the cutter bit plates includes: a support-target surface supported by a supporting surface of the chain; and a central convex portion formed to protrude with respect to the support-target surface and inserted in a space between the pair of links, wherein the central convex portion is in surface contact with inner side surfaces of the pair of links along the circulating movement direction. 1. An excavating apparatus for forming a continuous trench below a ground surface , comprising:an apparatus body disposed on the ground surface;a support member suspended from the apparatus body and disposed below the ground surface;an endless-shaped chain supported by the support member in such a manner as to be movable on an outer periphery of the support member in a given circulating movement plane in a given circulating movement direction;a plurality of excavation blade plates fixed to an outer peripheral surface of the chain at intervals along the circulating movement direction of the chain, each of the excavation blade plates including: a plate body extending longer than the chain in a width direction of the chain orthogonal to each of the circulating movement plane of the chain and the circulating movement direction of the chain, and having an obverse surface and a reverse surface; and a plurality of excavation blades arranged on the obverse surface of the plate body at least at opposite ends thereof in the width direction, in opposed relation to a ground below the ground surface, the excavation blade ...

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Номер записи: 61
16-04-2015 дата публикации

CABLE-LAYING PLOW ATTACHMENT FOR A BACKHOE AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME

Номер: US20150101217A1
Автор: Paull Philip
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A plow attachment for an excavator, including a distal portion having elongated curved front and rear walls, and an elongated top wall, a pair of oppositely disposed elongated hook-shaped side walls connected to the top, front and rear walls and defining an elongated trough, a soil-deflecting wedge portion extending from between the sidewall portions and positioned opposite the top wall member. The plow attachment includes a proximal portion connected to the distal portion and having a flat skid plate member, a structural member connected to the flat plate member, and a hoe connecting member connected to the structural member. 1. A plow attachment for an excavator , comprising: an elongated curved rear wall;', 'an elongated curved front wall;', 'an elongated top wall;', 'a pair of oppositely disposed elongated hook-shaped side walls connected to the top, front and rear walls and defining an elongated trough;', 'a soil-deflecting wedge portion extending from between the sidewall portions and positioned opposite the top wall member; and, 'a distal portion, further comprising a flat skid plate member;', 'a structural member connected to the flat plate member; and', 'a hoe connecting member connected to the structural member., 'a proximal portion connected to the distal portion and further comprising2. The plow attachment of and further comprising:a first connection plate operationally connected to and joining the structural member and the distal portion.3. The plow attachment of and further comprising:a second connection plate operationally connected to the structural member; anda coupler connected to the second connection plate.4. The plow attachment of and further comprising:wherein the elongated curved rear wall and the pair of oppositely disposed side walls define a cable trough positioned opposite the soil-deflecting wedge portion.5. The plow attachment of and further comprising:a first connection plate operationally connected to and joining the structural member ...

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Номер записи: 62
16-04-2015 дата публикации

PORT RELAY BOARD FOR A MACHINE

Номер: US20150101690A1
Автор: Bähtz Marcus U.
Принадлежит: Caterpillar Global Mining HMS GmbH

A port relay board for a machine is disclosed. The machine includes an operator station that includes a primary display station and a plurality of sub-systems that includes one or more fluid reservoirs. The port relay board includes a plurality of ports and a feedback interface. The plurality of ports corresponds to the plurality of sub-systems and is being structured to allow delivery of the fluids to the one or more fluid reservoirs. The feedback interface is disposed in proximity of the plurality of ports and is in communication with the primary display station. The feedback interface is configured to provide fluid level information of the one or more fluid reservoirs of the plurality of sub-systems, which is based on a communication with the primary display station. 1. A port relay board for a machine , the machine including an operator station and a plurality of sub-systems , each of the plurality of sub-systems including one or more fluid reservoirs , the operator station including a primary display station , the port relay board comprising:a plurality of ports corresponding to the plurality of sub-systems, the plurality of ports being structured to allow delivery of fluids to the one or more fluid reservoirs; anda feedback interface disposed in proximity of the plurality of ports, in communication with the primary display station, the feedback interface configured to provide fluid level information of the one or more fluid reservoirs of the plurality of sub-systems based on the communication with the primary display station.2. The feedback interface of claim 1 , includes an input unit configured to receive input from an operator and selectively display fluid level of the plurality of sub-systems. The present disclosure relates to hydraulic machines. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a port relay board for a machine.Mining, construction, and other large-scale excavating operations require fleets of digging, loading, and hauling machines to ...

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Номер записи: 63
28-03-2019 дата публикации

A SPACER STRUCTURE FOR A SAW DISC ASSEMBLY AND A SAW DISC ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190093314A1
Автор: Nilsson Tobias, Sjodahl Fredrik
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A spacer structure () for a saw disc assembly of a sawing machine (), comprises a hub device () having a central axis and being adapted to be coaxially arranged between a pair of axially peripheral saw discs. According to the invention, said hub device () is configured and adapted to detachably or non-detachably receive a proximal portion () of an elongated spacer means () in a substantially radial manner in relation to said hub device, said elongated spacer means () being adapted to be arranged between said pair of saw discs, a distal portion () of said elongated spacer means () being constituted and adapted to detachably or non-detachably connect to said pair of peripheral saw discs. 1. A spacer structure for a saw disc assembly of a sawing machine , comprising a hub device having a central axis and being adapted to be coaxially arranged between a pair of saw discs , characterised in that said hub device is configured and adapted to be detachably or non-detachably arranged at a proximal portion of an elongated spacer means.2. A spacer structure for a saw disc assembly of a sawing machine , comprising at least one elongated spacer means adapted to be arranged between a pair of axially peripheral saw discs in a substantially radial manner in relation to a central portion of said pair of peripheral saw discs , characterised in that a proximal portion of said elongated spacer means is constituted and adapted to be detachably or non-detachably arranged at a hub device , a distal portion of said elongated spacer means being configured and adapted to be detachably or non-detachably arranged between said pair of saw discs.3. A spacer structure according to claim 1 , wherein the saw discs comprise a pair of axially peripheral saw discs claim 1 , wherein said hub device is configured to detachably or non-detachably receive a proximal portion of an elongated spacer means in a substantially radial manner in relation to the central axis of said hub device claim 1 , said ...

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Номер записи: 64
23-04-2015 дата публикации

Manipulating Trenching Apparatus and Methods

Номер: US20150110563A1
Автор: Manchester Jonathan Ralph
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Apparatus for manipulating a longitudinally extensive member comprises a main body portion, ground contacting assemblies on which said main body portion is mounted, said ground contact assemblies being operable to convey the apparatus over a ground surface, a trench cutting device, and a mounting arm depending directly or indirectly from said main body portion and having a proximal end arranged proximate said main body portion and a distal end arranged distal from said main body portion, said distal end being operatively laterally movable with respect to the main body portion between a first limit position towards a first side of the apparatus and a second limit position towards an opposite second side of the apparatus. The mounting arm is provided with a lifting device configured to lift, and/or support assembly configured to support, said longitudinally extensive member, proximate said distal end thereof. Detection apparatus may also be provided at or near the distal end, for determining the position of said longitudinally extensive member. A corresponding de-mounting arm may be provided at a side of the main body opposite the mounting arm. 1. Apparatus for manipulating a longitudinally extensive member comprising:a main body portion;ground contacting assemblies on which the main body portion is mounted, the ground contacting assemblies being operable for conveying the apparatus over a ground surface;a trench cutting device; anda mounting arm depending directly or indirectly from the main body portion and having a proximal end arranged proximate the main body portion and a distal end arranged distal from the main body portion, the distal end being operatively laterally movable with respect to the main body portion between a first limit position towards a first side of the apparatus and a second limit position towards an opposite second side of the apparatus and wherein a lifting device configured to lift, and/or a support assembly configured to support, the ...

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Номер записи: 65
02-06-2022 дата публикации

Plow Assembly And Methods Of Using Same

Номер: US20220170235A1
Автор: Hughes, III PRESTON W.
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A plow assembly for forming a trench within soil of a selected land area. The plow assembly has a blade element, a displacement element, and an attachment element that permits attachment of the plow assembly to a vehicle, such as a tractor. A first end of the displacement element is secured to a distal end of the blade element, and a second end of the displacement element is spaced from a rear edge of the blade element and connected to a pipe. As the plow assembly is advanced within soil, the cutting edge of the blade element cuts through the soil and the displacement element displaces the soil to form the trench and pulls the pipe into the trench as the trench is formed. 1. A plow assembly for forming a trench within soil of a selected land area , the plow assembly comprising:a blade element having a longitudinal axis and a cutting edge that extends along at least a portion of the blade element relative to the longitudinal axis, wherein the blade element has opposed proximal and distal ends and a rear edge that is opposed from the cutting edge;a displacement element having opposed first and second ends, wherein the first end of the displacement element is secured to the distal end of the blade element, wherein the second end of the displacement element is spaced from the rear edge of the blade element relative to a transverse axis that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the blade element, wherein the second end of the displacement element is configured for coupling to a pipe to be positioned within the trench; andan attachment element secured to the proximal end of the blade element, wherein the attachment element is configured to permit selective attachment of the plow assembly to a vehicle,wherein the blade element comprises a wear plate and a plow blank, wherein the wear plate is positioned between the cutting edge and the plow blank relative to the transverse axis, andwherein, as the plow assembly is advanced within the soil of the selected land area, ...

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Номер записи: 66
21-04-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EXCAVATING TRENCHES IN EARTH OR SOIL AND INSTALLING UNDERGROUND CONDUITS OR OTHER MEDIA

Номер: US20160108606A1
Автор: Strutynsky Andrew
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Apparatuses, systems and methods are provided for cutting a trench in soil or earth by driving a cutter tube member through the soil or earth, injecting compressed fluid into the tube member to break up the soil and drive it through the tube member along the flow of compressed fluid, imparting dynamic vibrational forces to the tube member to assist the flow of soil therethrough, ejecting the soil from the tube member, guiding and releasing media and/or filler material into the trench, and backfilling the trench with the ejected soil. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a cutter tube member having an intake section connected to an ejector section so as to define a passage extending substantially continuously through the cutter tube member;the intake section having an intake in fluid communication with the passage and the ejector section having an ejector port in fluid communication with the passage, wherein driving the cutter tube member through soil forces soil into the intake and through the passage toward the ejector port, from which the soil is ejected from the passage and a void remains in the soil; andan injector boot attached to the cutter tube member, the injector boot comprising a feed port to receive at least one of media or backfill material, and a discharge opening, to release the at least one of the media or backfill material into the void, the feed port and discharge opening being connected in fluid communication by at least one substantially continuous channel passing through the injector boot.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a duct in fluid communication with the passage and extending therefrom, wherein introducing a pressurized fluid into the duct effectuates injection of the fluid into the passage, at least partially fluidizing the soil forced through the passage;a shaker connected to the cutter tube member, to impart dynamic vibrational forces thereto, wherein the breaking-up of the soil being forced through the passage is augmented by the ...

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Номер записи: 67
02-06-2022 дата публикации

ROADWAY ACCESS HOLE CUTTER HAVING A UTILITY AVOIDANCE SAFETY DEVICE, METHOD OF CUTTING A HOLE IN A ROADWAY, METHOD OF CUTTING A HORIZONTAL HOLE UNDER A ROADWAY

Номер: US20220171149A1
Автор: Jr. Angelo J., Pino
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A method of cutting a microtrench in which the buried utility is exposed by opening an access hole in a roadway above the buried utility using a roadway access hole drill that is controlled by a computer system connected to an under-roadway detection unit that detects a buried utility and stops movement of the drill to avoid damaging the buried utility. Also provided is a method of drilling a substantially horizontal hole under a roadway using a horizontal drill that is controlled by a computer system connected to an under-roadway detection unit that detects a buried utility and stops movement or changes direction of the drill to avoid damaging the buried utility. 1. A method of installing optical fiber , innerduct or microduct under a roadway comprising:drilling an access hole in a roadway above a buried utility using a roadway access drill comprising a drill head driven by a motor;controlling the movement of the drill head by a computer system;measuring in real time a distance between the drill head and the buried utility by the computer system and an under-roadway detection unit connected to the computer system, wherein the under-roadway detection unit is only above the roadway surface;the computer system automatically at least one of providing warning to an operator of the roadway access drill or stopping movement of the drill head towards the buried utility at a set distance between the drill head and the buried utility to avoid damaging the buried utility;removing dirt below the roadway through the access hole to expose the buried utility;cutting a microtrench in the roadway using a microtrencher so that the microtrench crosses the buried utility and does not damage the buried utility;laying the optical fiber, innerduct or microduct in the microtrench; andfilling the microtrench with a fill material to cover and protect the optical fiber, innerduct or microduct.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising placing a debris containment collar on a ...

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Номер записи: 68
19-04-2018 дата публикации

MULTIFUNCTIONAL REEL CARRIER-VAC-SPOIL MATERIAL HANDLING CONTAINER AND METHOD OF TRENCHING AND LAYING CABLE OR DUCT

Номер: US20180106015A1
Автор: Pino Angelo J., Urban Daniel
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Provided is a multifunctional reel carrier, spoil material handling container device having a first trailer or first truck bed, a first container constructed to contain spoil on the first trailer or first truck bed, at least one spoil transporting device constructed to transfer spoil from a micro trencher and deposit the spoil in the first container and constructed to transfer spoil from the first container to a fill device, and at least one reel holder constructed to hold a reel of cable and/or innerduct/microduct present on the first truck or first trailer, or present on a second trailer or second truck. Also provided is a method of using the multifunctional reel carrier, spoil material handling container device to lay cable and/or innerduct/microduct underground. 1. A multifunctional reel carrier , spoil material handling container device constructed for continuously trenching , laying a cable or innerduct/microduct , and filling the trench comprising:a first trailer or first truck;a first container constructed to contain spoil on the first trailer or first truck;at least one spoil transport device constructed to continuously transport at least a portion of the spoil from a micro trencher creating a trench and deposit the spoil in the first container and constructed to transfer at least a portion of the spoil from the first container to a fill device; andat least one reel holder constructed to hold a reel of the cable or innerduct/microduct on the first trailer or first truck, or on a second trailer or second truck and constructed to continuously lay the cable or innerduct/microduct in the trench.2. The multifunctional reel carrier claim 1 , spoil material handling container according to claim 1 , further comprising an outlet constructed to allow air to flow into and/or out of the first container.3. The multifunctional reel carrier claim 1 , spoil material handling container according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one spoil transport device comprises a vacuum ...

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Номер записи: 69
29-04-2021 дата публикации

System and method for subsurface cable insertion for the protection of underground assets

Номер: US20210123209A1
Автор: Iqbal Hussain, Thibault Villette, Waheed Alrafaei
Принадлежит: Saudi Arabian Oil Co

Systems and methods for trenchless placement of an underground protective network of intertwined cables for protecting buried assets from accidental damage are disclosed. The system includes an apparatus for towing behind a vehicle and laying a plurality of continuous cables directly underground and interweaving the cables to form a cable network. The apparatus includes a plurality of soil rippers mounted at respective radial positions to a rotating carrier. The rotating carrier rotates about an axis that is at least partially normal to the ground surface. The rippers plow through the ground in the direction of vehicle travel and include a cable-feeding guide for directly and continuously feeding cable out underground during operation. In operation, the combined movement of the soil rippers from rotating the carrier and movement in the direction of travel serves to intertwine the cables deposited by respective rippers forming the protective network of intertwined cables.

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Номер записи: 70
26-04-2018 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF VACUUM CONSOLIDATION DEWATERING HORIZONTAL DRAINS FOR DEWATERING SLUDGE PONDS

Номер: US20180112367A1
Автор: Fontenot Michael, Kosler Steven, Martinez-Morett David, Seeger David
Принадлежит: AECOM Technical Services, Inc.

A device for installing horizontal drains in a coal combustion residual or other sludge pond consists of a trenching device that extends downwardly to the depth of required installation of the drains and an attachment through which the drains are fed during installation. The trenching device and attachment are mounted onto a carrier for floatation of the required equipment on the surface of a water-filled sludge pond. The carrier can be winched, hauled or driven across the surface of the sludge. A hydraulic system may be used to raise and lower the trenching device and attachment. The trenching device may be equipped with a chain driven blade mechanism or dredging device for the purpose of cutting a trench into the pond sludge, and a vibratory trenching device may be used to effectively liquefy the material to make the trenching device easier to pull or tow through the sludge in the pond. 1. A method for installing a drain into a sludge pond , comprising:cutting a trench in a sludge pond at a single depth with a trenching device attached to a amphibious carrier;passing a drain into the trench through a downtube coupled with the trenching device; andtransporting the amphibious carrier across the sludge pond.2. The method of claim 1 , further including removing water from the sludge pond through the drain with a vacuum.3. The method of claim 1 , further including removing water from the sludge pond through the drain with a water pump.4. The method of claim 1 , further including multiple downtubes for simultaneous installation of co-planar drains at multiple depths.5. The method of claim 1 , further including transporting the carrier across the sludge pond with a winch.6. The method of claim 1 , further including cutting a trench in the sludge pond with a chain driven blade attached to the trenching device.7. The method of claim 1 , further including liquefying sludge in the sludge pond with a vibrator attached to the trenching device.8. The method of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 71
09-06-2022 дата публикации

IN-ROAD INTERFACE PROTECTED CABLE

Номер: US20220179161A1
Автор: Cheng Xiaole, Fewkes Edward John, Gimblet Michael John, Nicholson Wesley Brian
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Embodiments of an optical fiber cable configured for installation in a roadbed are provided. The optical fiber cable includes an optical fiber, a cable jacket surrounding the optical fiber, and an upjacket surrounding the cable jacket. The upjacket does not leach a chemical or chemicals into the roadbed that soften the roadbed. Also provided are embodiments of a method of producing an optical fiber cable configured for installation in a roadbed. Further, embodiments of a method of deploying an optical fiber cable into a roadbed are provided. The method involves the steps of forming a channel in the roadbed, inserting an optical fiber cable into the channel, and closing the channel so as to bury the optical fiber cable in the roadbed. 1. A method of producing an optical fiber cable configured for installation in a roadbed , the method comprising the steps of:providing a cable having at least one optical fiber surrounded by a cable jacket;selecting at least one material that does not contain a chemical or chemicals capable of leaching from the at least one material into a roadbed that would soften the roadbed; andextruding the at least one material around the cable jacket to form an upjacket.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of selecting the at least one material comprises selecting at least one of an acrylic claim 1 , a styrene-acrylic claim 1 , a styrene-ethylene/butylene block copolymer claim 1 , a vinyl acetate ethylene claim 1 , an ethylene vinyl acetate claim 1 , a polyvinyl acetate claim 1 , a styrene-butadiene block copolymer claim 1 , a styrene-isoprene block copolymer claim 1 , a polyphenylene oxide claim 1 , or a styrene-butadiene-styrene triblock copolymer.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising adding an additive to the at least one material claim 1 , wherein the additive is bitumen or a polyphosphoric acid.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of selecting the at least one material further comprises selecting a material that is ...

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Номер записи: 72
18-04-2019 дата публикации

Laying machine

Номер: US20190112783A1
Автор: Donald Meister, Lars Gustafsson, Rolf Johansson
Принадлежит: HUSQVARNA AB

The present invention relates to a laying machine for laying at least one flexible casing or tube, cable or wire including: a blade arrangement ( 2 ) for making a trench ( 5 ) in the ground, a consolidation and laying means ( 3 ) being arranged behind the blade arrangement ( 2 ), for clearing and safeguarding the trench ( 5 ) from collapsing while laying at least one flexible casing or tube, cable or wire into the trench. A blade assembly comprising compartments for cooling fluid.

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Номер записи: 73
18-04-2019 дата публикации

Seabed Plow Capable of Over-the-Stern Release and Retrieval in Any Boulder Clearing, Trenching and Backfill Configurations

Номер: US20190112784A1
Автор: Wilson Michael W. N.
Принадлежит: OCEANEERING INTERNATIONAL, INC.

A seabed plow capable of over-the-stern release and retrieval is usable in any of boulder clearing, trench cutting and backfill modes. In its boulder clearing mode, the plow uses its skid in torquing configuration followed by moldboards to push boulders out of the path to be trenched. In the trench cutting mode, the plow uses the skid in the same configuration with its share and moldboards for initial trench depth and the same share and moldboards with moldboard extensions for increasing trench depth in subsequent passes. In the backfill mode, the plow uses its skid in trench-straddling configuration following a blade with a passage designed to discharge fragmented spoil directly onto the pipe being covered. Thus, a single plow can be reconfigured for all modes for release and retrieval to and from a relatively small vessel without use of heavy lifting equipment. 1. A seabed-plow chassis , comprising: 1. a substantially linear longitudinal axis;', '2. a bottom surface;', '3. a first end disposed at one end of the substantially linear longitudinal axis; and', '4. a second end disposed at an opposite end of the substantially linear longitudinal axis;, 'a. a substantially unitary, elongated member, comprisingb. a skid mounted to the first end, the skid configured to support the first end of the elongated member above a seabed and to push boulders outward from a path traveled by the skid;c. a tool mounted to the elongated member towards the second end and extending outward from the elongated member, the tool comprising a curved portion; andd. a tow connection connected to the first end.2. The seabed-plow chassis of claim 1 , wherein:a. the first end of the elongated member defines a leading edge of the seabed-plow chassis;b. the tool is mounted to the second end of the elongated member in a trailing relationship to the skid; andc. the curved portion of the tool comprises a moldboard configured to clear boulders pushed by the skid further outward from a path on the ...

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Номер записи: 74
07-05-2015 дата публикации

MACHINE FOR SAWING TRENCHES AND PLACING DUCTS/CABLES

Номер: US20150125218A1
Автор: Gustavsson Conny, Hultman Hasse
Принадлежит: DellCron AB

The present invention relates to a machine arranged for sawing micro trenches and placing ducts/cables in micro trenches, said machine comprising a saw blade arranged for sawing a micro trench in an area; said machine further comprising: a stabilizing device arranged for stabilizing the walls of said micro trench when placing ducts/cables into said micro trench, said stabilizing device being positioned immediately behind said saw blade in said micro trench, and said stabilizing device comprising guiding means for guiding at least one duct/cable when placed into said micro trench; at least three wheels for driving said machine, wherein said wheels are individually vertically adjustable so that a height and/or tilting of said machine relative to ground can be controlled. 1. A machine arranged for sawing micro trenches and placing ducts/cables in micro trenches , said machine comprising a saw blade arranged for sawing a micro trench in an area; said machine further comprising:a stabilizing device arranged for stabilizing the walls of said micro trench when placing ducts/cables into said micro trench, said stabilizing device being positioned immediately behind said saw blade in said micro trench, and said stabilizing device comprising guiding means for guiding at least one duct/cable when placed into said micro trench;at least three wheels for driving said machine, wherein said wheels are individually vertically adjustable so that a height and/or tilting of said machine relative to ground can be controlled.2. Machine according to claim 1 , wherein said guiding means are arranged so that an order of a plurality of ducts/cables is preserved when placed in said micro trench.3. Machine according to claim 1 , wherein said stabilizing device comprises an inlet and an outlet for ducts/cables claim 1 , said inlet and outlet being connected to said guiding means.4. Machine according to claim 3 , wherein said guiding means are channels in said stabilizing device and said inlet ...

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Номер записи: 75
04-05-2017 дата публикации

Hydraulic Control System

Номер: US20170123447A1
Автор: Kukuk Brant Douglas, Sewell Cody L.
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A hydraulic control for an attachment on a work vehicle. Power is provided to the attachment by manually actuating a control lever that is biased toward a first position. This first position corresponds to a deactuated mode of the attachment. By unlocking a lock mechanism, the lever may be maintained in a second position under hand pressure. This second position corresponds to an actuated mode of the attachment. The lock mechanism may be actuated by an operator platform-actuated release mechanism. While an operator is on a platform on the vehicle, the loch mechanism remains unlocked, and the lever may be maintained, without hand pressure, in its second position. The release mechanism actuates the lock mechanism when an operator is not on the platform. As a result, the bias of the control lever returns it to its first position, and the attachment is deactuated. A filter may be utilized to prevent premature actuation of the release mechanism. 1. An apparatus comprising:a lever movable from a first position to a second position;a lock configured to hold the lever in the first position;a release mechanism configured to release the lock; anda platform movable from a first position to a second position, wherein the platform contacts the release mechanism in the first position and does not contact the release mechanism in the second position; andwherein the release mechanism releases the lock when the platform is in the first position.2. The apparatus of wherein the release mechanism generates a signal when the platform is in the first position such that the signal causes the release mechanism to release the lock.3. The apparatus of further comprising a filter configured to cancel transmission of the signal unless the platform has been in the first position for a predetermined time.4. The apparatus of wherein the predetermined time is two seconds.5. The apparatus of further comprising a work machine claim 1 , wherein the platform claim 1 , lever claim 1 , lock claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 76
16-04-2020 дата публикации

VERTICAL CUTTER

Номер: US20200115885A1
Автор: ROMBOLI Roberto
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A vertical cutter for a machine that can move on wheels includes, a motorized cutter rotatable with respect to its own vertical axis, elements for containing transmission elements which are integral with the cutter, supporting elements for elements for feeding and dispensing wire or cable which can rotate freely about the axis of the cutter. The cutter further includes a roller having a horizontal axis for adjusting a height of the cutter with respect to a walking surface and therefore a depth of a trench generated by it, and for covering the trench with an adjacent soil displaced by the cutter and accumulated in the vicinity of the trench, the wire or cable being accommodated and conveyed by the machine. Also included at the sides of an assembly constituted by containment elements of the transmission elements which are integral with the cutter and by supporting elements for elements for feeding and dispensing a cable, two sliding guides, which rotate freely about the axis of the cutter, for guiding and conveying an additional cable already on the ground. 1. A vertical cutter for a machine that can move on wheels , said vertical cutter comprising: a motorized cutter configured to rotate with respect to its own vertical axis , means for containing transmission elements which are integral with said cutter , supporting means for means for feeding and dispensing wire or cable configured to rotate freely about the axis of the cutter , and a roller having a horizontal axis for the adjustment of a height of said cutter with respect to a walking surface and therefore of a depth of a trench generated by it , and for covering said trench with an adjacent soil displaced by said cutter and accumulated in the vicinity of said trench , said wire or cable being accommodated and conveyed by said machine , further comprising , at the sides of an assembly constituted by containment means of the transmission elements which are integral with said cutter and by supporting means for ...

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Номер записи: 77
27-05-2021 дата публикации

ELECTROHYDRAULIC IMPLEMENT CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20210156122A1
Автор: Mahrenholz John R., Vanderlinde Todd M.
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A work machine includes a mainframe, a boom moveable relative to the mainframe, a work implement coupled to and moveable relative to the boom. The work machine further includes a work-implement operator control configured to transmit a signal indicative of a work-implement movement command, a boom operator control configured to transmit a signal indicative of a boom movement command, and a boom sensor configured to detect a movement of the boom and transmit a signal indicative of the detected movement of the boom. The work implement further includes a controller configured to receive signals from the work-implement operator control, the boom operator control, and the boom sensor. The controller is further configured transmit a signal to cause movement the work implement relative to the boom based on the detected movement of the boom and the work-implement movement command. 1. A work machine comprising:a mainframe;a boom moveable relative to the mainframe;a work implement coupled to and moveable relative to the boom;a work-implement operator control configured to transmit a signal indicative of a work-implement movement command;a boom operator control configured to transmit a signal indicative of a boom movement command;a boom sensor configured to detect a movement of the boom and transmit a signal indicative of the detected movement of the boom; anda controller configured to (i) receive signals from the work-implement operator control and the boom sensor and (ii) transmit a signal to cause movement the work implement relative to the boom based on the detected movement of the boom and the work-implement movement command.2. The work machine of claim 1 , wherein the boom sensor is configured to detect a velocity of the boom and transmit a signal indicative of the detected velocity of the boom.3. The work machine of claim 1 , wherein:the controller includes a memory configured to store ratio data,the ratio data includes boom velocities and corresponding work implement ...

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Номер записи: 78
12-05-2016 дата публикации

LAYING MACHINE AND A BLADE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160130781A1
Автор: Gustafsson Lars, Johansson Rolf, Meister Donald F., Nilsson Tobias, Sjodahl Fredrik
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The present invention relates to a laying machine for laying at least one flexible casing or tube, cable or wire including: a blade arrangement for making a trench in the ground, a consolidation and laying means being arranged behind the blade arrangement, for clearing and safe-guarding the trench from collapsing while laying at least one flexible casing or tube, cable or wire into the trench. A blade assembly comprising compartments for cooling fluid and air. 1. A laying machine for laying a tube , cable , or wire , the laying machine comprising:a blade assembly for making a trench in a ground; a plow front end following the blade arrangement;', 'a feeding duct that has an inlet at an upper side of the consolidation and laying means for receiving the tube, cable, or wire; and', 'an outlet at a rear or bottom side of the consolidation and laying means for feeding the tube, cable, or wire into the trench,, 'a consolidation and laying means being arranged behind the blade assembly for clearing and safeguarding the trench from collapsing while laying a tube, cable, or wire into the trench, wherein the consolidation and laying means compriseswherein when the laying machine is in operation, a lowest portion of the consolidation and laying means is arranged 10-100 mm above a lowest portion of the blade assembly.2. The laying machine of claim 1 , wherein the blade assembly comprises: a first working portion at the periphery of the first blade;', 'a first central portion around an axial center of the first blade; and', 'a support structure extending between the first working portion and the first central portion; and, 'a first blade comprising a second working portion at the periphery of the second blade;', 'a second central portion around an axial center of the second blade; and', 'a second support structure extending between the second working portion and the second central portion,, 'a second blade comprisingwherein the first blade and the second blade are axially ...

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Номер записи: 79
10-05-2018 дата публикации

Hydraulic Flow Manifold For Attachments

Номер: US20180127950A1
Автор: Kukuk Brant Douglas
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A work vehicle is formed from a plurality of ground-contacting motive elements, a chassis, an operator station, a switch, and a hydraulic manifold. The operator station has a joystick having a manually-actuable control element used to actuate the switch. The hydraulic manifold has a pair of primary hydraulic ports, first and second pairs of secondary hydraulic ports, and a control valve. The control valve is actuated by the switch and is adapted to allow pressurized hydraulic fluid to flow through a selected one of the first or second pair of secondary hydraulic ports. Each pair of secondary hydraulic ports fluidly communicates with a hydraulic actuator carried by a work attachment. By actuating the control element on the joystick, the operator can conveniently switch the hydraulic control of the joystick between different hydraulic operations on the attachment without leaving the operator's station. 1. A work vehicle , comprising:a plurality of ground-contacting motive elements;a chassis supported on the motive elements; 'a joystick pivotable along a single axis and having a manually-actuable control element;', 'an operator station supported on the chassis, and comprisinga switch actuated by the control element; anda hydraulic manifold supported on the chassis, and having a pair of primary ports, first and second pairs of secondary ports, and a control valve actuated by the switch and having a first position that opens a first fluid path through the first pair of secondary ports and a second position that opens a second fluid path through the second pair of secondary ports.2. The work vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising:a work attachment removably connected to the chassis and having a plurality of hydraulic actuators in fluid communication with the secondary ports.3. The work vehicle of in which at least one of the hydraulic actuators is a hydraulic cylinder.4. The work vehicle of in which at least one of the hydraulic actuators is a hydraulic motor.5. The work ...

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Номер записи: 80
31-07-2014 дата публикации

CABLE RECOVERY DEVICE AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20140212222A1
Автор: TROTTIER Gaetan
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A trench plow blade for removing cable below ground which includes a plow member having upper and a lower end and a plow wedge disposed at the lower end, the trench plow blade receiving air or water for loosening the ground above the cable or reciprocally moving the plow member relative to the plow wedge. Apparatus for the removal of cable buried in the ground and a method relating to removal of buried cable with a trenching plow blade is disclosed. 1. A trench plow blade for removing cable below ground , comprising:(a) a plow member having an upper end and a lower end where the upper end is adapted to be disposed above ground and the lower end adapted to be disposed below around;(b) a plow wedge disposed at said lower end and adapted to lift the ground above the cable when the trench plow blade is moved through the ground.2. A trench plow blade as claimed in including means for orienting the said plow member and said plow wedge in a substantially vertical position over said buried cable as said trench plow blade is moved through the ground.3. A trench plow blade as claimed in including a channel for guiding the cable removed from the ground.4. A trench plow blade as claimed in including a conduit for receiving air or water to said plow wedge for loosening said ground above the cable.5. A trench plow blade as claimed in wherein said plow member is a vibratory plow moved between a first and second position so that the plow wedge loosens the ground above the cable.6. A trench plow blade as claimed in further including at least one disc member disposed to the side of said plow member and adapted to cut into the around so as to loosen the ground above the buried cable.7. A trench plow blade as claimed in wherein said trench plow blade is guided by computer means to orient:(a) a plow member in a substantially vertical position;(b) the plow member in a substantially horizontal position over said buried cable.8. A trench plow blade as claimed in further including radio ...

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Номер записи: 81
10-05-2018 дата публикации

Pipeline Environmental Barrier System

Номер: US20180128426A1
Автор: Bentley Belinda Anne, Howard Ashley Lewis
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The invention relates to a system and method for containing and mitigating spills and leaks from pipelines. According to one embodiment, the system comprises a pipeline for transporting a liquid; a barrier layer comprising material impermeable to the liquid; a trench excavated with sufficient depth and width to accommodate at least the pipeline as well as the barrier layer; two berms; and backfill. The berms are substantially parallel and positioned on either side of the trench. The barrier layer is disposed to cover the trench and berms, reaching at least the ridgeline of the berms. The pipeline is disposed within the trench above the barrier layer. The backfill is placed on top of the pipeline and the barrier layer, and the backfill is graded to form a grade bridging the ridgelines of the berms. 1. A typical segment of a system for the containment of pipeline spills and leaks comprising:a pipeline for transporting a first liquid;a barrier layer comprising material impermeable to the first liquid;a typical trench excavated with sufficient depth and width to accommodate at least the pipeline as well as the barrier layer;two berms; andbackfill;wherein the berms are substantially parallel and positioned on either side of the trench; the barrier layer is disposed to cover the trench and berms, reaching at least the ridgeline of the berms; the pipeline is disposed within the trench above the barrier layer; and the backfill is located on top of the pipeline and the barrier layer, forming a grade bridging the ridgelines of the berms.2. The system of wherein the typical segment is connected to a reservoir segment claim 1 , the reservoir segment comprising:a reservoir trench wider than the typical trench;wherein the reservoir trench is connected to the typical trench; the barrier layer is extended to cover the reservoir trench; and the pipeline is extended and disposed within the trench, and above the barrier layer.3. The system of wherein the reservoir segment further ...

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Номер записи: 82
23-04-2020 дата публикации

LUBRICATED SOIL MIXING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20200123728A1
Автор: Kruse Darin R.
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Described herein are tools, systems and methods for conditioning, strengthening and/or improving in situ soil geotechnical or agricultural properties while at least temporarily reducing soil density, energy requirements and tool wear. 1. A system for improving soil comprising a carrier , a soil mixing tool , at least one tool advance additive , and at least one colloidal binding or impermeable material system.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one tool advance additive comprises an industrial foam claim 1 , a polymer claim 1 , an anti claying agent claim 1 , an anti clogging agent claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein soil mixing tool comprises a chassis with at least one of a cutting wheel claim 1 , a bit claim 1 , a drill tool claim 1 , a chain claim 1 , or a drum.4. The system according to claim 3 , wherein the chassis is circumferentially surrounded by at least one revolving chain claim 3 , wherein the at least one revolving chain includes at least one ground engaging element holder.5. The system according to claim 3 , including at least two terminating cutting wheels.6. The system according to claim 3 , wherein the chassis further comprises at least one nozzle.7. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the nozzle is configured to eject the at least one tool advance additive or the at least one colloidal binding or impermeable or agricultural soil amendment material system.8. A method for creating an improved soil in a column or trench comprising:demoulding soil using a soil mixing tool while concurrently ejecting at least one tool advance additive from at least one nozzle associated with the soil mixing tool into the soil and mixing the soil with the at least one tool advance additive thereby creating a improved soil column or trench.9. The method according to claim 8 , further comprising extracting the soil mixing tool while ejecting and mixing at least one binding material with the conditioned ...

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Номер записи: 83
08-09-2022 дата публикации

WIRE INSTALLATION TOOL

Номер: US20220282449A1
Автор: Huntley Joseph Andrew, HUNTLEY Thomas E., Winkler Clayton J.
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An in-ground wire installation tool including a body having a concave-shaped side with a pointed edge; an opposing side including a channel configured to dispense a wire, the concave-shaped side and the opposing side being connected via a top portion and a bottom portion, the top portion including an attachment portion configured to house a shaft; and the bottom portion connecting the concave-shaped side and the channel, the bottom portion including a blade. 1. An in-ground wire installation tool comprising: a concave-shaped side with a pointed edge;', 'an opposing side including a channel configured to dispense a wire, the concave-shaped side and the opposing side being connected via a top portion and a bottom portion,', 'the top portion including an attachment portion configured to house a shaft; and', 'the bottom portion connecting the concave-shaped side and the channel, the bottom portion having a blade., 'a body having'}2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the attachment portion is immediately adjacent to the channel.3. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the channel is a curved elongated channel.4. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the attachment portion includes a screw-thread.5. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the body is fin-shaped.6. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the blade runs along an entire length of the bottom portion.7. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the channel has a rectangular cross-section.8. The tool of claim 1 , further comprising a wire assembly claim 1 , attachable to the top portion claim 1 , configured to dispense a wire.9. An in-ground wire installation tool comprising: a top portion;', 'a bottom portion;', 'a first side terminating in a blade;', 'a second side, opposite the first side, the second side having a channel configured to dispense a wire;, 'a body havingthe body configured to receive a shaft for driving the tool; andwherein the bottom portion is disposed between the first side and the second side.10. The tool of claim 9 , further comprising a ...

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Номер записи: 84
09-05-2019 дата публикации

Assembly and Method for Installing a Subsea Cable

Номер: US20190136486A1
Автор: Berque Joannes, Del Pozo Martín Alberto, Rico Rubio Antonio, Sellner Jan, Villate Martínez Jose Luis
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An assembly for installing a subsea cable, the assembly comprising a submersible apparatus and a submersible cable holder comprising the subsea cable, the subsea cable being connectable to the submersible apparatus through the connector for transmission of electric power and/or data to the submersible apparatus; wherein the assembly is configured to install the subsea cable while the submersible apparatus is electrically powered through said subsea cable. And a method for installing a subsea cable with a submersible apparatus, the method comprising: supplying electric power and/or transmitting data through the subsea cable to the submersible apparatus; and laying the subsea cable in a sea with the submersible apparatus. 1400304400. An assembly () for installing a subsea cable () , the assembly () comprising:{'b': 200', '201', '202', '208, 'a submersible apparatus () comprising a deck (), at least one connector (), and moving means (); and'}{'b': 300', '304', '304', '200', '202', '200', '300', '201, 'a submersible cable holder () comprising the subsea cable (), the subsea cable () being connectable to the submersible apparatus () through the at least one connector () for transmission of electric power and/or data to the submersible apparatus (), and the submersible cable holder () being configured to be loaded on and unloaded from the deck ();'}{'b': 400', '304', '200', '304, 'wherein the assembly () is configured to install the subsea cable () while the submersible apparatus () is electrically powered through the subsea cable ().'}2400304101102200304202200. The assembly () of claim 1 , wherein a first end of the subsea cable () is connected to a power source of a facility ( claim 1 ,) so that electric power and/or data may be delivered to the submersible apparatus () upon connection of a second end of the subsea cable () to the connector () of the submersible apparatus ().3400200304. The assembly () of claim 1 , wherein the submersible apparatus () is configured to ...

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Номер записи: 85
09-05-2019 дата публикации

Work machine having an attachment device, in particular a trench cutter, and attachment device, in particular a trench cutter

Номер: US20190136487A1
Автор: Kräutler Wilhelm, REINHARDT Hans
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The present invention relates to a work machine, preferably a mobile work machine, having an attachment device, in particular a trench cutter, wherein the attachment device comprises at least two adjustable hydraulic motors for driving independent, individually controllable loads, and wherein the hydraulic supply of the adjustable hydraulic motors takes place by a hydraulic drive unit arranged externally from the attachment device, in particular by a drive unit of the work machine, and wherein the at least two adjustable hydraulic motors of the attachment device are connected to a constant pressure network provided by the hydraulic drive unit. 1. A work machine , preferably a mobile work machine , having an attachment device , in particular a trench cutter , wherein the attachment device comprises at least two adjustable hydraulic motors for driving independent , individually controllable loads , the hydraulic supply of the adjustable hydraulic motors takes place by a hydraulic drive unit arranged external to the attachment device , in particular by a drive unit of the work machine , andthe at least two adjustable hydraulic motors of the attachment device are connected to a constant pressure network provided by the hydraulic drive unit.2. A work machine in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the at least two adjustable hydraulic motors are reversible.3. A work machine in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the at least two adjustable hydraulic motors are secondarily regulated by a control and the displacement volume of the motor is changed for so long until an equilibrium of the motor torque with the respective load at the motor is present and the desired speed and/or a defined time progression of the drive power and/or a desired drive torque is/are reached.4. A work machine in accordance with claim 3 , wherein a sensor system is provided for detecting the speed and/or the adjustment angle of the individual hydraulic motors and/or operating pressures in the high ...

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Номер записи: 86
10-06-2021 дата публикации

LATERAL AND CONTINUOUS MEASUREMENT METHOD FOR SOIL PARAMETERS IN SOFT SOIL FIELD

Номер: US20210172140A1
Автор: HAN Yunrui, YANG Qing, YU LONG
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The present invention provides a lateral and continuous measurement method for soil parameters in a soft soil field. The method mainly comprises the following measurement steps: arranging soil strength measuring apparatuses at the front end of a towing apparatus; arranging soil strain softening relationship measuring apparatuses at the bottom end of the towing apparatus; and measuring interface friction parameters between the soil and a structure. The towing apparatus actively or passively moves in a soft soil layer to ensure that the towing apparatus partially penetrates into the to-be-measured soil layer during movement; and the penetration depth of the towing apparatus is controlled by adjusting counterweight above the towing apparatus and a towing angle. 1. A lateral and continuous measurement method for soil parameters in a soft soil field , comprising the following measurement steps:step 1: arranging soil strength measuring apparatuses at the front end of a towing apparatus: a plurality of soil strength measuring apparatuses are installed at the front end of the towing apparatus; voltage signals of the soil strength measuring apparatuses during lateral movement are collected; the resistance of the soil strength measuring apparatuses is determined according to a conversion relationship between the measured voltage signals and the resistance of the soil strength measuring apparatuses; and then the soil strength which changes continuously along the movement direction is obtained through the relationship between the obtained resistance and the soil strength;step 2: arranging soil strain softening relationship measuring apparatuses at the bottom end of the towing apparatus: a plurality of soil strain softening relationship measuring apparatuses are installed at the bottom end of the towing apparatus; when the towing apparatus moves in the soil, the soil in the same position is disturbed by the plurality of soil strain softening relationship measuring apparatuses at ...

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Номер записи: 87
10-06-2021 дата публикации

Apparatus for Locating Elongate Object in a Trench in a Floor of a Body of Water

Номер: US20210172151A1
Автор: Walker John Graeme, White Roger Paul
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An apparatus for locating an elongate object in the seabed is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a body and a pair of jetting swords arranged on lateral sides of the elongate object to form a trench in the seabed. Chain cutters arranged on lateral sides of the elongate object cut respective parts of a trench in the seabed and are moveable relative to the body between a stowed position and a deployed position, independently of the jetting swords. 1. An apparatus for locating an elongate object in a trench in a floor of a body of water , the apparatus comprising:a body;a first trench forming device comprising a respective first jetting device adapted to be arranged on each lateral side of an elongate object and to direct at least one respective jet of liquid to at least partially form a trench in a floor of a body of water; anda second trench forming device comprising a respective mechanical cutting device adapted to be arranged on each lateral side of the elongate object and to cut a respective part of a trench in the floor of the body of water, wherein the second trench forming device is moveable relative to the body between a stowed position and a deployed position, independently of the first trench forming device.2. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the second trench forming device includes at least one second jetting device adapted to direct at least one respective jet of liquid at material of the floor of the body of water located between the respective parts of said trench formed by the second trench forming device.3. An apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a guard device adapted to be located between the second trench forming device and the elongate object for preventing the elongate object from coming into contact with the second trench forming device.4. An apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the guard device includes at least one aperture to enable at least one said second jetting device to direct at least one jet of liquid ...

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Номер записи: 88
02-06-2016 дата публикации

Ditch Forming Implement

Номер: US20160153170A1
Автор: Thompson Mark Christopher
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A ditch forming implement, for use with a working vehicle, has a frame for towing connection to the working vehicle and which supports a rotatable impeller member thereon for spreading soil in a laterally outward direction relative to a forward path of the implement. A driven pulley wheel is fixed to a rear of the impeller member for rotation together relative to the frame. A drive shaft assembly operatively transfers rotational drive from a power take-off of the working vehicle to a driven pulley wheel on the frame, to be subsequently transferred to the driven pulley wheel by a drive belt connected between the driven and drive pulley wheels. 1. A ditch forming implement for use with a working vehicle supported for movement in a forward working direction and including a hitch connection and an auxiliary drive shaft supported at a rear end of the working vehicle , the implement comprising:a frame extending longitudinally between a front end and a rear end and having a hitch coupling at the front end which arranged for connection to the hitch connection of the working vehicle in a trailing configuration relative to the working vehicle so as to be arranged to follow the working vehicle in the forward working direction;an impeller member supported on the frame for rotation about an impeller axis oriented generally in the forward working direction;the impeller member comprising a plurality of radially oriented impeller blades arranged to spread soil from a longitudinal path of the implement in a laterally outward direction from the impeller axis as the impeller member is rotated;a drive pulley wheel rotatably supported on the frame rearwardly of the impeller member;a drive shaft assembly extending generally longitudinally between an input end arranged to be coupled to the auxiliary drive shaft of the working vehicle and an output end operatively connected to the drive pulley wheel to drive rotation of the drive pulley wheel responsive to rotation of the auxiliary drive ...

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Номер записи: 89
01-06-2017 дата публикации

Seabed Plow Chassis Capable of Over-the-Stern Release and Retrieval in Any of Boulder Clearing, Trenching and Backfill Configurations

Номер: US20170152643A1
Автор: Wilson Michael W. N.
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A seabed plow capable of over-the-stern release and retrieval is usable in any of boulder clearing, trench cutting and backfill modes. In its boulder clearing mode, the plow uses its skid in torquing configuration followed by moldboards to push boulders out of the path to be trenched. In the trench cutting mode, the plow uses the skid in the same configuration with its share and moldboards for initial trench depth and the same share and moldboards with moldboard extensions for increasing trench depth in subsequent passes. In the backfill mode, the plow uses its skid in trench-straddling configuration following a blade with a passage designed to discharge fragmented spoil directly onto the pipe being covered. Thus, a single plow can be reconfigured for all modes for release and retrieval to and from a relatively small vessel without use of heavy lifting equipment. 1. A seabed-plow chassis comprising:an elongated member;one end of said elongated member being adapted for mounting a skid thereon for supporting said one end of said elongated member above the seabed; andanother end of said elongated member being adapted for mounting thereon a tool comprising moldboards for clearing boulders pushed by the skid outward of a path traveled by the skid further outward from its path as the skid leads the moldboards along the seabed.2. A seabed-plow chassis according to claim 1 , said elongated member having a first transition surface configured to extend between the skid and the tool claim 1 , said first transition surface being contoured to pivot about a fulcrum on a stern of a vessel contacting said first transition surface as a plow crosses the fulcrum during release of the plow from the vessel into the sea and during retrieval of the plow from the sea onto the vessel.3. A seabed-plow chassis according to claim 2 , a shape of said first transition surface and a weight of said elongated member being coordinated to resist roll of said chassis about a longitudinal axis of said ...

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Номер записи: 90
28-08-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR ADAPATING A HOE BUCKET FOR DEPTH CONTROL

Номер: US20140237866A1
Автор: Paull Philip
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A kit for modifying a digging bucket for controlling the depth cut, including an elongated member operationally connectable to a hoe bucket defining a cutting edge, an actuator operationally connectable to the elongated member, an electronic controller operationally connectable to the actuator, and a position sensor operationally connectable to the cutting edge and operationally connectable to the electronic controller. The actuator may be energized to pivot the elongated member to a position adjacent the cutting edge for engaging ground. Positioning of the elongated member adjacent the cutting edge prevents the cutting edge from digging ground. 1. A kit for modifying a digging bucket for controlling the depth cut , comprising:an elongated member operationally connectable to a hoe bucket defining a cutting edge;an actuator operationally connectable to the elongated member;an electronic controller operationally connectable to the actuator;a position sensor operationally connectable to the cutting edge and operationally connectable to the electronic controller;wherein the actuator may be energized to pivot the elongated member to a position adjacent the cutting edge for engaging ground; andwherein positioning of the elongated member adjacent the cutting edge prevents the cutting edge from digging ground.2. The kit of wherein the actuator further comprises a hydraulic pump and a hydraulic cylinder connected in hydraulic communication with the hydraulic pump; wherein the hydraulic cylinder is operationally connectable to the elongated member.3. The kit of wherein the actuator further comprises a pneumatic pump and a pneumatic cylinder connected in pneumatic communication with the pneumatic pump; wherein the pneumatic cylinder is operationally connected to the elongated member.4. The kit of wherein the position sensor is a GPS transceiver.5. A kit for automatically preventing overdigging with a mechanical shovel claim 1 , comprising:a microprocessor;a sensor ...

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Номер записи: 91
18-06-2015 дата публикации

Process to stop and/or prevent the spreading of peat fires

Номер: US20150165248A1
Автор: Rene Pich
Принадлежит: SPCM SA

Process to stop and/or prevent the spreading of peat fires consisting of: digging a trench in the periphery of the area of outbreak of fire or potential fire, filling the trench at least partially with a superabsorbent (co)polymer (SAP).

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Номер записи: 92
07-06-2018 дата публикации

Automated Backslope Cutting System

Номер: US20180155900A1
Автор: Johnson Darin G., Sharpe Kelly J., Yeik Travis C.
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An automated backslope cutting system which, based on a survey of an area, automatically adjusts a scraper blade during the cutting of a ditch backslope. The automated backslope cutting system generally includes a scraper which is automatically adjusted by a computing device to effectuate cutting of backslopes for a ditch based on a desired cut profile. The desired cut profile may be manually entered by the operator and automatically processed by the computing device. The area is surveyed with a positioning sensor to determine an optimal desired cut profile requiring a minimum number of cuts. A proximity sensor may be provided to accommodate for rotational movement of the cutting blade as the scraper performs cuts. A control software is provided for execution by the computing device to provide functionality including the automatic adjustment of hydraulic actuators controlling movement of the cutting blade as the scraper cuts the ditch and backslopes. 1. A method of automatically cutting a ditch , comprising:receiving a desired cut profile to cut a ditch in a ground surface by a computing device, wherein the desired cut profile is based on a survey of the ground surface;controlling an actuator with the computing device, the actuator being connected to a scraper so as to adjust a cutting blade of the scraper; andautomatically adjusting the actuator by the computing device as the scraper traverses the ground surface based on the desired cut profile such that the cutting blade of the scraper cuts the ditch in the ground surface.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the computing device is communicatively interconnected with a proximity sensor.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising the step of detecting rotational movement of the scraper as the scraper passes over the ground surface by the computing device.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising the step of adjusting the actuator by the computing device to account for any rotational movement of the scraper as ...

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Номер записи: 93
07-06-2018 дата публикации

BURIED DEVICE IDENTIFIER FILL AND METHOD OF IDENTIFYING A BURRIED DEVICE USING THE DEVICE IDENTIFIER FILL

Номер: US20180156357A1
Автор: Pino Angelo J., Urban Daniel
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Provided is a method of identifying a location and/or type of buried device by a device identifier fill covering the buried device. Also provided is a buried device under the device identifier fill. 1. A method of identifying a buried device comprising:covering a device with a device identifier fill to provide a warning that when digging and removing the device identifier fill that there is a buried device in a location under the device identifier fill.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the device identifier fill identifies a type of the buried device.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising forming the device identifier fill by adding at least one color to a fill material to form the device identifier fill.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the buried device is a communications device and a color of the device identifier fill identifies that the buried device is a communications device.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the buried device is at least one of a sewar claim 1 , a water claim 1 , an electrical claim 1 , or a communication device.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein a color of the device identifier fill identifies a type of the buried device.7. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising applying a colored fill over the device identifier fill claim 1 , the colored fill comprises a coloring agent so that a color of the colored fill when cured substantially matches a color of a surface next to the colored fill.8. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising applying a colored sealant over the device identifier fill claim 1 , the colored sealant comprises a coloring agent so that a color of the colored sealant when cured substantially matches a color of a surface next to the colored fill.9. The method according to claim 1 , further laying the device in a trench.10. The method according to claim 9 , further comprising forming the trench.11. The method according to claim 10 , further ...

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Номер записи: 94
08-06-2017 дата публикации

Pivotally flexible mounting interface for a rotatable shaft

Номер: US20170159261A1
Автор: Tyler Sikora
Принадлежит: Vermeer Manufacturing Co

A pivotally flexible motor mount for a rotary trenching tool allows for increased life of the overall system. A flexible motor mount includes a universal pivot arrangement that allows a motor housing to universally pivot relative to a boom to accommodate misalignment between a motor shaft axis and a rock wheel rotation axis. The flexible motor mount also includes a first pair of spherical connection joints aligned along a first pivot axis and a second pair of spherical connection joints aligned along a second pivot axis. The first and second pivot axes are generally perpendicular relative to one another. The flexible motor mount further includes a component mounting plate attached to the motor housing and an intermediate plate coupled to the component mounting plate by the first pair of spherical connection joints. The intermediate plate is also coupled to the boom by the second pair of spherical connection joints.

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Номер записи: 95
14-05-2020 дата публикации

Method of filling and sealing a microtrench and a sealed microtrench

Номер: US20200149659A1
Автор: Angelo J. Pino, JR., Daniel Urban
Принадлежит: CCIIP LLC

Provided is a microtrench fill comprising cement, a polymer, and a colorant. Also provided is a method of using the microtrench fill to fill a microtrench in a roadway.

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Номер записи: 96
14-05-2020 дата публикации

MICROTRENCHER HAVING A UTILITY AVOIDANCE SAFETY DEVICE AND METHOD OF MICROTRENCHING

Номер: US20200149660A1
Автор: Jr. Angelo J., Pino, Urban Daniel
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Provided is a microtrencher having a utility avoidance system that detects objects buried under the roadway, identifies whether the buried object is a utility and determines whether the buried utility is in the path of the cutting wheel. If the buried utility is in the path of the cutting wheel, an alert is sent to the operator, the vehicle is stopped, and/or the cutting wheel is raised in relation to the roadway. Also provided is a method of using the microtrencher to cut a microtrench in a roadway and to avoid cutting a buried utility in the path of the cutting wheel. 1. A microtrencher having a utility avoidance device configured for continuously cutting a microtrench in a roadway comprising:a motorized vehicle;a cutting wheel connected to the vehicle and being configured to continuously cut through a roadway and create a microtrench in the roadway; and an under-roadway detection unit configured to detect a buried utility under the roadway before the cutting wheel cuts the microtrench in the roadway;', 'a computer system configured to receive detection data from the under-roadway detection unit;', 'a user interface device coupled to the computer system;', 'a display coupled to the computer system, wherein the computer system is configured to interpret the detection data and identify the buried utility under the roadway, determine whether the buried utility is within a path of the cutting wheel, and at least one of sending an alert to an operator of the microtrencher or raising the cutting wheel in relation to the roadway to avoid cutting the buried utility within the path of the cutting wheel., 'a utility avoidance device connected to the vehicle comprising2. The microtrencher according to claim 1 , further comprising a cutting wheel height adjustment device configured to raise and lower the cutting wheel in relation to the roadway claim 1 , and the cutting wheel height adjustment device is in communication with the computer system.3. The microtrencher according ...

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Номер записи: 97
04-09-2014 дата публикации

SHORING BOX SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20140248093A1
Автор: BREEN Paul
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A shoring box system () for use in a ground trench () includes a pair of shoring panels () and a number of elongate props (). The props are attached to the two shoring panels to maintain the panels in an erected position in which they are spaced apart, with an open zone () between the panels. The props can be detached from the shoring panels while the shoring panels are in the erected position. In an embodiment each panel is hollow and has a lower opening () with a closure flap () for closing the opening, to enable filling material in the hollow to pour from the panel as it is removed from the trench. Also in an embodiment, each shoring panel is tapered in a downward direction. 1. A shoring box system including:a pair of shoring panels; anda plurality of elongate props, each adapted for releasable attachment to the two shoring panels by prop connectors, so as to maintain the shoring panels in an erected position in which the shoring panels are spaced apart from each other with an interior zone between the panels,wherein the prop connectors are adapted to enable the props, when connected to the shoring panels, to be individually detached from the shoring panels while the shoring panels are in said erected position.2. A shoring box system according to claim 1 , wherein the prop connectors are adapted to enable the props to be detached from the shoring panels by movement of each prop at least partially laterally with respect to the longitudinal direction in which the prop extends.3. A shoring box system according to claim 2 , wherein each prop connector includes a first connector portion on a respective prop and a second connector portion on a shoring panel claim 2 , the first and second connector portions being releasably attachable to each other by means of being superposed on each other and a locking element adapted for releasably interlocking the first and second connector portions.4. A shoring box system according to wherein each shoring panel has an upright ...

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Номер записи: 98
14-06-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SENSING WEAR OF REDUCING ELEMENTS OF A MATERIAL REDUCING MACHINE

Номер: US20180163352A1
Автор: FRANZ Robert D., Hartwick Ty, STOCK Joseph D.
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The present disclosure relates generally to systems and methods for sensing wear in machines designed to reduce or break-down material. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to systems and methods for sensing wear of reducing elements used by excavation machines such as surface excavation machines. The present disclosure relates to a wear sensing system including a multi-level wear sensor protection system. The multi-level wear sensor protection system includes a first level of protection, a second level of protection, and a third level of protection. 1. A wear sensing system comprising:a multi-level wear sensor protection system, the multi-level wear sensor protection system including a first level of protection, a second level of protection, and a third level of protection;wherein the first level of protection includes an initial barrier layer, the initial barrier layer comprising a plurality of sheet segments;wherein the second level of protection includes a side-by-side arrangement of trays positioned behind the initial barrier layer, the trays are configured to absorb impacts that are transmitted through the initial barrier layer to prevent the impacts from impacting upon the sensors; andwherein the third level of protection includes a relief structure for accommodating impacts that are transmitted through both the initial barrier layer and the trays, the relief structure is positioned behind the trays for accommodating movement of the trays in response to an impact that passes through the initial barrier layer and the trays.2. The wear sensing system of claim 1 , wherein the relief structure includes a structure that in-elastically deforms in response to an impact.3. The wear sensing system of claim 1 , wherein the relief structure includes an elastic structure that biases the trays towards a sensing position and allows the trays to move away from a reducing component in response to the impact.4. The material reducing machine of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 99
23-06-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR UTILITY MAINTENANCE

Номер: US20160177540A1
Автор: III Robert E., KODADEK, PENZA G. Gregory
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A system and method for utility maintenance may include a robotic system having an articulating arm capable of utilizing a variety of tools and sensors for locating and accessing underground structures. The robotic system may be contained within a truck or other vehicle that provides access to the ground through the floor of the vehicle or truck bed. A curtain may be extended from a bottom of the vehicle to the ground to enclose a work site and inhibit visual and physical access to it. 1. A system for utility maintenance , comprising:a vehicle having an at least partially enclosed interior space and a selectively openable floor portion movable between a closed position and an open position whereby a hatch having a hatch perimeter is defined and provides access to ground below the vehicle through a floor in the vehicle;a barrier selectively positionable proximate to at least a portion of the hatch perimeter; anda tool configured for deployment through the hatch and operable within the barrier to provide utility structure access.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the tool is an excavation tool claim 1 , and the system further comprises a plurality of the excavation tools claim 1 , including at least an excavation tool operable to penetrate street material and an excavation tool operable to remove material from the ground below the vehicle.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a robotic system including a robotic arm disposed within the at least partially enclosed interior space and operable to manipulate the tool to perform excavation.4. The system of claim 3 , further comprising a sensor arrangement configured to be articulated by the robotic arm for sensing at least one parameter related to the excavation.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the sensor arrangement includes at least one of a ground-penetrating radar claim 4 , a gas detection sensor claim 4 , an electromagnetic detection sensor claim 4 , a ferromagnetic sensor claim 4 , a LiDar sensor claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 100