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Substantially spherical yard waste container/incinerator

a yard waste container and substantially spherical technology, applied in the direction of capillary burners, combustion types, lighting and heating apparatus, etc., can solve the problem of heavy wet ash that is difficult to remove from the barrel

Inactive Publication Date: 2012-04-05
SMITH JEFFREY S
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[0005]It is the object of the invention to provide a simple device for he collection, removal, and / or incineration of waste, such as yard waste.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0008]A yard waste incinerator device is provided. The device includes an at least partially spherical outer member which is comprised of a truncated sphere. The outer member is usually comprised of a multiplicity of frame members that are spaced apart, but intersect with one another so they look much like latitudinal and longitudinal lines of a globe. Thus, they define a fairly open structure. A partially spherical cover is provided that will moveably engage the frame of the spherical outer member. The cover may be removed to allow debris and the like to be placed in the interior of the at least partially spherical outer member. By placing the cover back in a closed position, the yard ball can be rolled from one place to another rather easily. This is the result of the cover being generally spherically shaped, similar to the outer member so that, when the cover is in place, the yard ball has a spherical or ball shape. When the cover is moved, yard debris may be placed into the device.

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However, this usually creates heavy wet ash that is difficult to remove from the barrel.

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[0028]Applicant provides for a yard waste ball 10 having a generally spherical shape. Yard waste ball 10 is comprised of a frame 12. Frame 12 is at least partially spherical and may be made from a multiplicity of formed metal rod bands 20 / 21 welded or otherwise fixedly joined at their intersections and where the ends thereof meet. The frame 12 is typically shaped as a truncated sphere or greater than a hemisphere (see FIG. 2A) or a hemisphere (see FIG. 5).

[0029]A replaceable wire mesh fabric 18 may be stretched over the bands 20 / 21 of frame 12 and tied thereto by tie wires 24, such as 9 to 11 gauge steel or aluminum tie wires 18. Wire mesh fabric may be made of any suitable material that is non-permanent, sturdy enough and flexible so as to engage the spherical frame and maintain its generally hollow structure under intended use. The openings of mesh fabric 18 should be tight enough to hold small leaves inside while also allowing airflow therethrough. The mesh fabric may be chain li...

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A yard waste incinerator device is provided. The device includes an at least partially spherical outer member which is comprised of a truncated sphere. The outer member is usually comprised of a multiplicity of frame members that are spaced apart, but intersect with one another so they look much like latitudinal and longitudinal lines of a globe. Thus, they define a fairly open structure. A partially spherical cover is provided that will moveably engage the frame of the spherical outer member. The cover may be removed to allow debris and the like to be placed in the interior of the at least partially spherical outer member. By placing the cover back in a closed position, the yard ball can be rolled from one place to another rather easily. This is the result of the cover being generally spherically shaped, similar to the outer member so that, when the cover is in place, the yard ball has a spherical or ball shape. When the cover is moved, yard debris may be placed into the device.

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[0001]This patent application claims benefit of priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 389,945, filed Oct. 5, 2010.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]Containers, including containers capable of acting as incinerators for the burning of waste.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Most homes have a yard that requires periodic raking, especially leaves in the fall. What is needed is a practical, effective method for the collection, removal and / or incineration of leaves, twigs, and the like from the ground and especially from a lawn area.[0004]Typically, in rural, country or farm settings, trash or other waste is burned in 55 gallon barrels. However, this usually creates heavy wet ash that is difficult to remove from the barrel. Other ways of burning small contained fires is in a store-bought fire pit or a chiminea.OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION[0005]It is the object of the invention to provide a simple device for he collection, removal, and / or incineration of waste, such as yard w...

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IPC IPC(8): F23G5/42F23G7/10
CPCF23G7/10F23G5/42
Inventor SMITH, JEFFREY S.
Owner SMITH JEFFREY S
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