FLOATING DEBRIS HARVESTING SYSTEM

摘要

An apparatus for removing floating waterbourne debris. The apparatus includes a capture section comprising a carrier and a motive member mounted on the carrier, with the motive member adapted to contact and direct floating debris rearwardly. The apparatus further includes a collection and pumping section positioned rearward of the capture section for collecting and removing debris directed from the capture section. The collection and pumping section includes a hopper having opposed first and second ends, the first end thereof positioned adjacent the motive member and comprising an opening adapted to receive debris directed by the motive member, and the second end presenting a port for passing debris therethrough, and a pump mounted to the hopper adjacent the port and in fluid communication with the hopper for transporting the debris received from the hopper to a remote location.

主权项

1. An apparatus for removing floating waterbourne debris, comprising:
a capture section including a carrier and a motive member mounted on the carrier, and further including at least one deflector, the motive member adapted to contact and direct floating debris rearwardly; and a collection and pumping section positioned rearward of the capture section for collecting and removing debris directed from the capture section, the collection and pumping section including:
a hopper having opposed first and second ends, the first end thereof positioned adjacent the motive member and comprising an opening adapted to receive debris directed by the motive member, and the second end presenting a port for passing debris therethrough, anda pump mounted to the hopper adjacent the port and in fluid communication with the hopper for transporting the debris received from the hopper to a remote location; wherein the deflector extends rearwardly from adjacent the motive member to a location proximate the hopper.