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Mobile solar water heater
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-06-17
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Granted: 1971-07-27
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Expires: 1990-06-17
Abstract
Abstract A mobile solar water heater mounted on the top of a camper and including a water tank and water heating coils positioned in a heater box exposed to solar energy. The heater box is adjustable about a vertical pivot so as to be directed at the sun throughout the day.
Inventors
- 👤 Joseph A Lanciault
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 22:30
CPC Classifications
F; F24; F24S; F24S10/00; F24S10/70; F24S10/73; F24S30/00; F24S30/20; Y; Y02; Y02E; Y02E10/00; Y02E10/40; Y02E10/44; Y02E10/47
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
150 words
A mobile solar water heater for use with a mobile home comprising a frame detachable secured to the roof of the mobile home, a tank secured to said frame at one end thereof, a second frame mounted on said first frame for pivotal movement about a vertical axis, means for pivoting said second frame with respect to said first frame, a heat box secured to said second frame and extending upwardly at an angle with respect thereto, a coil of pipe mounted in said heat box for heating with solar energy, and means connecting said coil of pipe to said tank to permit convection circulation of water from said tank through said coil, said second frame secured to said first frame by means of a vertical pivot, and said means for pivoting said second frame on said first frame including a semicircular rack and a reversible electric motor coupled thereto.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
150 words
A mobile solar water heater for use with a mobile home comprising a frame detachable secured to the roof of the mobile home, a tank secured to said frame at one end thereof, a second frame mounted on said first frame for pivotal movement about a vertical axis, means for pivoting said second frame with respect to said first frame, a heat box secured to said second frame and extending upwardly at an angle with respect thereto, a coil of pipe mounted in said heat box for heating with solar energy, and means connecting said coil of pipe to said tank to permit convection circulation of water from said tank through said coil, said second frame secured to said first frame by means of a vertical pivot, and said means for pivoting said second frame on said first frame including a semicircular rack and a reversible electric motor coupled thereto.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
31 words
A device as claimed in claim 1 wherein a transparent plastic cover extends over said heat box to permit the entry of suns rays while excluding a flow of air therein.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
A device as claimed in claim 2 wherein said tank is provided with a high-pressure steam safety valve and an air vent valve to vent said tank.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
39 words
A device as claimed in claim 3 wherein hand controlled remote switches are provided for said electric motor to permit the control of said second frame to position said heat box with respect to the position of the sun.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-07-26 | 1975-01-25 | 1975-07-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-07-26 | 1979-01-25 | 1979-07-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-07-26 | 1983-01-25 | 1983-07-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |