US4111246A
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Log-splitting accessory for back hoe power equipment
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-01-05
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Granted: 1978-09-05
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Expires: 1997-01-05
Abstract
Abstract Power log-splitting apparatus utilized as accessory to back hoe-equipped power equipment comprising a base, an upright member affixed to the base with means for affixing the upright member to the stick member of the back hoe with a wedge member affixed to the piston of the back hoe. Rail means are provided within which said wedge member is guided into a log to be split, and a strong bar affixed to the back hoe's stick member is adapted to prevent tilting of the base while the log splitter is in use.
Inventors
- 👤 Roland La Pointe
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 22:06
CPC Classifications
B; B27; B27L; B27L7/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
122 words
A log-splitting apparatus that is an accessory to back hoe equipped power equipment of the type having a boom member, a stick member pivotally attached to said boom member and a piston member mounted parallel to said stick member, said apparatus comprising: a base; an upright member affixed to said base; connecting means for affixing said upright member to the stick member of said back hoe; a wedge member; means to affix said wedge member to said piston member; rail means affixed to said upright member for guiding said wedge member; and an elongated stabilizing bar affixed to said back hoe's stick member adapted to contact said upright member in overlapping relation with said connecting means of said upright member and stick.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
122 words
A log-splitting apparatus that is an accessory to back hoe equipped power equipment of the type having a boom member, a stick member pivotally attached to said boom member and a piston member mounted parallel to said stick member, said apparatus comprising: a base; an upright member affixed to said base; connecting means for affixing said upright member to the stick member of said back hoe; a wedge member; means to affix said wedge member to said piston member; rail means affixed to said upright member for guiding said wedge member; and an elongated stabilizing bar affixed to said back hoe's stick member adapted to contact said upright member in overlapping relation with said connecting means of said upright member and stick.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
32 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1 further including collar means for affixing said back hoe's stick member to said back hoe's piston so that they will not move apart during operation.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1 further including a support member mounted on said base to support logs at the proper angle for splitting.
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) | 1981-09-04 | 1982-03-06 | 1982-09-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-09-04 | 1986-03-06 | 1986-09-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-09-04 | 1990-03-06 | 1990-09-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |