This invention describes a system for cleaning up floating debris from water bodies. It uses a special head that sits at the water's surface, sucking in debris through multiple openings. A clever design keeps the exit point submerged in water using a vacuum, ensuring continuous operation. Some versions of this system include adjustable flow restrictors that can change their buoyancy to better manage how debris enters the system.
Why it matters: Filed before significant advancements in compact, energy-efficient pumps and precise buoyancy control actuators. These could now enable more autonomous and adaptable debris collection systems.
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