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Log-splitting device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-03-27
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Granted: 1979-05-22
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Expires: 1998-03-27
Abstract
Abstract Power log-splitting apparatus utilized as an 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 the wedge member is guided into a log to be split, and stabilizing means, affixed to the upright member, is adapted to prevent tilting of the base while the log splitter is in use.
Inventors
- 👤 Roland Lapointe
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 22:12
CPC Classifications
B; B27; B27L; B27L7/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
195 words
A power 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 an hydraulically controlled piston rod member mounted parallel to said stick member, said apparatus comprising in combination: a base; a pair of upright members affixed to said base; connecting means for affixing said upright members to said stick member of said back hoe; a wedge member; means to affix said wedge member to said piston rod member; rail means affixed to said upright members for guiding said wedge member; a brace member joining said upright members at a point above the location of said connecting means of said upright members and said stick; an elongated strong bar member vertically disposed parallel to and between said upright members and further disposed to the rear of said connecting means of said upright members and said stick; and a wedge assembly support plate affixed between said upright members at a point to the front of said stick when said stick is affixed to said upright members and upon which wedge assembly support plate is mounted said rail means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
195 words
A power 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 an hydraulically controlled piston rod member mounted parallel to said stick member, said apparatus comprising in combination: a base; a pair of upright members affixed to said base; connecting means for affixing said upright members to said stick member of said back hoe; a wedge member; means to affix said wedge member to said piston rod member; rail means affixed to said upright members for guiding said wedge member; a brace member joining said upright members at a point above the location of said connecting means of said upright members and said stick; an elongated strong bar member vertically disposed parallel to and between said upright members and further disposed to the rear of said connecting means of said upright members and said stick; and a wedge assembly support plate affixed between said upright members at a point to the front of said stick when said stick is affixed to said upright members and upon which wedge assembly support plate is mounted said rail means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
28 words
The device of claim 1 further including a curved plate affixed to and extending between said upright members in proximity to said upright members affixation to said base.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
83 words
The device as recited in claim 1 further including: a retaining member mounted upon said device; and a control rod having a first and second end, the first end of which adapted to be attached to said piston arm member's hydraulic control member and which control rod is further adapted to have a portion thereof supported by said retaining member when retained thereby and having its second end being then reachable by the operator of the log-splitting apparatus while in its immediate vicinity.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
US4073325A
Cited
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1982-05-21 | 1982-11-20 | 1983-05-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-05-21 | 1986-11-20 | 1987-05-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-05-21 | 1990-11-20 | 1991-05-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |