Hybrid dredge

Details Hybrid dredge Hybrid dredge

1993-01-07

1994-05-17

Reese, Randolph A.

Excavating

Beneath a body of water

With means to control dredger operation in response to...

37320, 37317, 37341, 37346, E02F 334

Patent

active

053116828

ABSTRACT:
A hybrid dredging apparatus uses a clamshell attached to a rigid boom to dig and remove material. The clamshell then deposits the material into the hopper of a positive displacement pump for discharge at low velocities and with minimal water content. Transducers are be used to determine and control the area of excavation.

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