Systems and methods for robotic gutter cleaning

Details Systems and methods for robotic gutter cleaning Systems and methods for robotic gutter cleaning

2011-07-19

2011-07-19

Barr, Michael (Department: 1711)

Brushing, scrubbing, and general cleaning

Implements

C015S023000, C015S088400, C015S104900

Reexamination Certificate

active

07979945

ABSTRACT:
In embodiments of the present invention, a gutter-cleaning device comprises a housing containing an impeller drive facility, the housing configured to fit into a gutter, an impeller, disposed at an end of the housing and driven by the impeller drive facility, and a transport facility for transporting the housing along the gutter.

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