US3907204A
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Musical display fountain
Assignee: Waltzing Waters Inc
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Filing: 1973-01-11
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Granted: 1975-09-23
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Expires: 1993-01-11
Abstract
Abstract Nozzle means comprised generally of a plurality of nozzles, each of which is accurately constructed to discharge a stream of water, controlled in changing angular relationships and directions, along with variations in water pressures, to acheive beautiful effects. The nozzles and control system are for use in a fountain display which is synchronized to music and controlled multi-color lighting system to provide a spectacular entertainment display. Each nozzle includes a fixed bottom portion and nozzle, and means for attachment to the actuating system whereby the degree of angular movement of said nozzle is accurately controlled.
Inventors
- 👤 Gunter Przystawik
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 13:35
CPC Classifications
B; B05; B05B; B05B3/00; B05B3/14; B05B3/16; B05B17/00; B05B17/08; F; F21; F21W; F21W2121/00; F21W2121/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
253 words
A musical display fountain having a horizontally disposed water supply pipe and a series of water spray nozzles operably connected to the water supply pipe comprizing a mechanical linkage interposed between the water supply pipe and the series of water spray nozzles for accurately controlling the angular movement of a plurality of said spray nozzles including: A. A series of first nipple members rigidly attached to the water supply pipe and in open communication with the interior thereof; B. A series of second nipple members spaced vertically above the respective first series of nipple members; C. A plurality of flexible water conduit means connecting respectively between the first and second series of nipples and having lower and upper ends and including; D. A first series of support yoke means fixed relative to said first nipple lower ends communicating with the water supply pipe; E. A second series of support yoke means fixed relative to said second nipple upper ends; F. Hinged connecting means between the first and second series of lower and upper support yoke means; G. The upper support yoke means having an extension beyond the hinged connecting means; H. A push rod pivotally attached to the extension from each of said lower support means; I. Drive means operably connected with said push rod to oscillate said second upper support yoke means and the second nipple and upper end: and J. A plurality of nozzles carried in fixed relation respectively to each of said second series of nipples in axial alignment therewith.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
253 words
A musical display fountain having a horizontally disposed water supply pipe and a series of water spray nozzles operably connected to the water supply pipe comprizing a mechanical linkage interposed between the water supply pipe and the series of water spray nozzles for accurately controlling the angular movement of a plurality of said spray nozzles including: A. A series of first nipple members rigidly attached to the water supply pipe and in open communication with the interior thereof; B. A series of second nipple members spaced vertically above the respective first series of nipple members; C. A plurality of flexible water conduit means connecting respectively between the first and second series of nipples and having lower and upper ends and including; D. A first series of support yoke means fixed relative to said first nipple lower ends communicating with the water supply pipe; E. A second series of support yoke means fixed relative to said second nipple upper ends; F. Hinged connecting means between the first and second series of lower and upper support yoke means; G. The upper support yoke means having an extension beyond the hinged connecting means; H. A push rod pivotally attached to the extension from each of said lower support means; I. Drive means operably connected with said push rod to oscillate said second upper support yoke means and the second nipple and upper end: and J. A plurality of nozzles carried in fixed relation respectively to each of said second series of nipples in axial alignment therewith.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
A musical display fountain as defined in claim 1 including soft metal tubular members of the lead and soft copper class connecting between the series of water spray nozzles and the series of second nipple members.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
64 words
A fountain spray nozzle strUcture including a second spray nozzle structure as defined in claim 1, spaced a predetermined distance from the first spray nozzle structure, a rocker arm, and link means connecting between said rocker arm and the respective push rods whereby said first and second spray nozzles are oscillated through similar arcs of a predetermined number of degrees in an opposed relation.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
197 words
A fountain spray nozzle system including a plurality of spray nozzle structures as defined in claim 1 fixed to each of at least two transverse water supply pipes, first and second pairs of spaced apart parallel longitudinal side rails spaced outwardly of the respective sides of said pluralities of spray nozzles structures in a cross over relation to the water supply pipes, a transverse push rod spaced respective to said pluralities and being pivotally attached at their opposed ends between alternating, opposed pairs of said first and second pairs of side rails, link means pivotally connecting between said push rods and each of said second support means extenstion, a pair of gear reduction motors, each providing an eccentric including adjustable pivot connection means fixed to the drive shaft of said motor, a first crank arm section pivotally connecting between said eccentric and a first end of a centrally pivoted rocker arm, a second crank arm section pivotally connecting between said first crank arm section and one of said side rails of one of said pairs, a connecting link pivotally connecting between a second end of said rocker arm and the other side rail of said one pair.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
49 words
A fountain spray nozzle structure as defined in claim 1 wherein said drive means comprises a gear reduction motor having a driveshaft, and an adjustable eccentric pivot driving connection means fixed to the driveshaft of said motor, and a crank arm pivotally connecting between said eccentric and push rod.
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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) | 1978-09-22 | 1979-03-24 | 1979-09-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-09-22 | 1983-03-24 | 1983-09-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-09-22 | 1987-03-24 | 1987-09-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |