US3899985A
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Method and apparatus for planting plants
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-10-18
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Granted: 1975-08-19
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Expires: 1993-10-18
Abstract
Abstract A soil-penetrating tool including releasable clamping means carrying the roots of a plant is introduced at an oblique angle, preferably along a circular path, into the soil, and moved there into a position wherein the plant roots are separated from the tool by releasing the clamping means. The tool is then moved out of the soil.
Inventors
- 👤 Karl Friedrich Rath
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 03:05
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01G; A01G23/00; A01G23/02; A01G23/04; A01G23/043; A01C; A01C11/00; A01C11/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 16
Claim 1
Independent Claim
109 words
An apparatus for planting a plant having roots, comprising 1. a soil-penetrating tool, 2. a releasable clamping means for carrying the plant roots, the clamping means being mounted on the tool, 3. means operatively connected to the tool for introducing the tool carrying the plant roots into the soil, for moving the tool with the plant roots below the surface of the soil into a position wheRein the plant roots are separated from the tool, and for moving the tool out of the soil, and 4. means operatively connected to the clamping means for releasing the clamping means in said position for separating the plants roots from the tool.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
109 words
An apparatus for planting a plant having roots, comprising 1. a soil-penetrating tool, 2. a releasable clamping means for carrying the plant roots, the clamping means being mounted on the tool, 3. means operatively connected to the tool for introducing the tool carrying the plant roots into the soil, for moving the tool with the plant roots below the surface of the soil into a position wheRein the plant roots are separated from the tool, and for moving the tool out of the soil, and 4. means operatively connected to the clamping means for releasing the clamping means in said position for separating the plants roots from the tool.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
a releasable clamping means for carrying the plant roots, the clamping means being mounted on the tool,
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
a releasable clamping means for carrying the plant roots, the clamping means being mounted on the tool,
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the tool introducing means is arranged to introduce the tool into the soil at an oblique angle.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
40 words
The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the means for introducing and moving the tool comprises an elongated guide element for guiding the tool in a circular path, and a driven shaft mounting the guide element for rotation about the shaft.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
53 words
means operatively connected to the tool for introducing the tool carrying the plant roots into the soil, for moving the tool with the plant roots below the surface of the soil into a position wheRein the plant roots are separated from the tool, and for moving the tool out of the soil, and
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
53 words
means operatively connected to the tool for introducing the tool carrying the plant roots into the soil, for moving the tool with the plant roots below the surface of the soil into a position wheRein the plant roots are separated from the tool, and for moving the tool out of the soil, and
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
23 words
means operatively connected to the clamping means for releasing the clamping means in said position for separating the plants roots from the tool.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
23 words
means operatively connected to the clamping means for releasing the clamping means in said position for separating the plants roots from the tool.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
63 words
The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising an elongated extension on the soil-penetrating tool, and the means for introducing the tool into the soil and for moving the tool comprises pneumatic jack means and a linkage linking the jack means to the tool extension, the linkage being arranged to guide the tool in a circular path for introducing the tool into the soil.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
41 words
The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the means for introducing the tool into the soil and for moving the tool comprises means for substantially vertically reciprocating the tool and means operated simultaneously with the reciprocating means for horizontally moving the tool.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
54 words
The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the soil-penetrating tool comprises a frusto-conical casing defining a chamber open at the trailing side of the tool, a cutting edge at the leading side thereof, and the casing defining a longitudinal slot arranged to receive the trunk of a plant whose roots are received in the chamber.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
20 words
The apparatus of claim 6, wherein the clamping means is arranged along the slot for releasably clamping the plant trunk.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
41 words
The apparatus of claim 7, wherein the clamping means comprises a first flange extending along the slot and fixedly mounted on the casing and a second flange extending along the slot opposite the first slot and being pivotal in respect thereto.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
41 words
The apparatus of claim 8, further comprising a linkage having one end connected to the pivotal flange, and a guide operatively associated with the other end of the linkage for guiding the other linkage end during the movement of the tool.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-08-18 | 1979-02-17 | 1979-08-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-08-18 | 1983-02-17 | 1983-08-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-08-18 | 1987-02-17 | 1987-08-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |