US3662962A
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Machine for treating refuse
Assignee: Imco Inc
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Filing: 1969-03-13
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Granted: 1972-05-16
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Expires: 1989-03-13
Abstract
Abstract A machine for treating refuse disposed in windrows characterized by a longitudinally extending tunnel and means for effectively confining and treating the refuse within said tunnel while a machine progresses thereover. The machine is further characterized by a main frame and an auxiliary frame supported by the main frame and defining an open ended tunnel. A rotary member is extended transversely of the tunnel for impacting refuse against the top wall of the tunnel. The machine is further characterized by a forwardly extending guide means mounted on said main frame adjacent the top of the tunnel with said guide means being adjustable with respect to its angle of inclination so as to most effectively treat windows of refuse of various heights.
Inventors
- 👤 Herbert T Cobey
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 00:22
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01G; A01G3/00; A01G3/002; A01C; A01C3/00; A01C3/02; A01C3/021; C; C05; C05F; C05F17/00; C05F17/90; C05F17/921; C05F17/943; Y; Y02; Y02P; Y02P20/00; Y02P20/141; Y02P20/145; Y02W; Y02W30/00; Y02W30/40
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
152 words
A machIne for treating refuse comprising, in combination, a main frame including laterally spaced wheels and laterally spaced vertically extending track means; vertically movable first slide means mounted on said track means; an auxiliary frame defining a longitudinally extending tunnel including second slide means mounted on said first slide means; linkage means connecting said auxiliary frame to said main frame means; control means operatively connected to said linkage means for vertically adjusting said auxiliary frame relative to said main frame; a rotary member operably attached to said main frame on the forward portion thereof for engaging refuse disposed in windrows; power means for said wheels and rotary member; means forming an angularly adjustable guide mounted on said main frame forwardly of said tunnel , the angle of inclination of said guide being variable with respect to the horizontal ; and power means for varying the angle of inclination of said adjustable guide.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
155 words
A machine for treating refuse comprising, in combination, a main frame including laterally spaced wheels and laterally spaced vertically extending track means; vertically movable first slide means mounted on said track means; an auxiliary frame defining a longitudinally extending tunnel including second slide means mounted on said first slide means; linkage means connecting said auxiliary frame means to said main frame means; control means operatively connected to said linkage means for vertically adjusting said auxiliary frame relative to said main frame; a rotary member mounted on said first slide means on the forward portion thereof for vertical movement therewith; power means for said wheels; power means for driving said rotary member; means forming an angularly adjustable guide mounted on said main frame forwardly of said tunnel , the angle of inclination of said guide being variable with respect to the horizontal ; and power means for varying the angle of inclination of said adjustable guide.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
169 words
A machine for treating refuse comprising, in combination, a main frame including laterally spaced wheels; an auxiliary frame including laterally spaced side walls and a top wall defining a longitudinally extending tunnel; a front lever pivotally mounted on said main frame and including a first lever arm pivotally connected to said auxiliary frame and a second lever arm; a rear lever pivotally mounted on said main frame and including a first lever arm pivotally connected to said auxiliary frame and a second lever arm; a link connecting said second lever arms; means for operating said levers; a rotary member operably attached to said main frame means on the forward portion thereof for engaging refuse disposed in windrows; power means for said wheels and rotary member; means forming an angularly adjustable guide mounted on said main frame forwardly of said tunnel , the angle of inclination of said guide being variable with respect to the horizontal ; and power means for varying the angle of inclination of said adjustable guide.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
208 words
A machine for treating refuse comprising, in combination, a main frame including laterally spaced wheels and laterally spaced vertically extending track means; vertically movable first slide means mounted on said track means; an auxiliary frame defining a longitudinally extending tunnel including second slide means mounted on said track means; a front lever pivotally mounted on said main frame and including a first lever arm pivotally connected to said first slide means and a second lever arm; a rear lever pivotally mounted on said main frame and including a first lever arm pivotally connected to said auxiliary frame and a second lever arm; a link connecting said second lever arms of said front and rear levers; power means for vertically moving said slide means on said main frame whereby said levers raise and lower said auxiliary frame; a rotary member operably connected to said main frame on the forward portion thereof for engaging refuse disposed in windrows; power means for saiD wheels and rotary member; means forming an angularly adjustable guide mounted on said main frame forwardly of said tunnel , the angle of inclination of said guide being variable with respect to the horizontal ; and power means for varying the angle of inclination of said adjustable guide.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
145 words
A machine for treating refuse comprising, in combination, a main frame including laterally spaced wheels and laterally spaced vertically extending track means; vertically movable first slide means mounted on said track means; an auxiliary frame defining a longitudinally extending tunnel including second slide means mounted on said first slide means; mounted on said track means; linkage means connecting said auxiliary frame to said main frame; control means operatively connected to said linkage means for vertically adjusting said auxiliary frame relative to said main frame; a rotary member mounted on said first slide means; power means for said wheels and rotary member; means forming an angularly adjustable guide mounted on said main frame forwardly of said tunnel , the angle of inclination of said guide being variable with respect to the horizontal ; and power means for varying the angle of inclination of said adjustable guide.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
195 words
A machine for treating refuse comprising, in combination, a main frame including laterally spaced wheels and laterally spaced vertically extending track means; vertically movable first slide means mounted on said track means; an auxiliary frame including second slide means mounted on said first slide means; a front lever pivotally mounted on said main frame means and including a first lever arm pivotally connected to said first slide means and a second lever arm; a rear lever pivotally mounted on said main frame and including a first lever arm pivotally connected to said auxiliary frame and a second lever arm; a link connecting said second lever arms of said front and rear levers; power means for vertically moving said first slide means on said main frame whereby said levers raise and lower said auxiliary frame; a rotary member mounted on said first slide means; power means for said wheels and rotary member; means forming an angularly adjustable guide mounted on said main frame forwardly of said tunnel , the angle of inclination of said guide being variable with respect to the horizontal ; and power means for varying the angle of inclination of said adjustable guide.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
112 words
A machine for treating refuse comprising, in combination, a main frame including laterally spaced wheels; an auxiliary frame including laterally spaced side walls and a top wall defining a longitudinally extending tunnel; means supporting said auxiliary frame on said main frame; a rotary member operably attached to said main frame on the forward portion thereof for engaging refuse disposed in windrows; power means for said wheels and rotary member; means forming an angularly adjustable guide mounted on said main frame forwardly of said tunnel , the angle of inclination of said guide being variable with respect to the horizontal ; power means for varying the angle of inclination of said adjustable guide.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
112 words
A machine for treating refuse comprising, in combination, a main frame including laterally spaced wheels; an auxiliary frame including laterally spaced side walls and a top wall defining a longitudinally extending tunnel; means supporting said auxiliary frame on said main frame; a rotary member operably attached to said main frame on the forward portion thereof for engaging refuse disposed in windrows; power means for said wheels and rotary member; means forming an angularly adjustable guide mounted on said main frame forwardly of said tunnel , the angle of inclination of said guide being variable with respect to the horizontal ; power means for varying the angle of inclination of said adjustable guide.
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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) | 1975-05-16 | 1975-11-15 | 1976-05-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-05-16 | 1979-11-15 | 1980-05-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-05-16 | 1983-11-15 | 1984-05-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |