Mower Sprayer Attachment Simultaneous Mowing and Spraying
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing sprayer attachment systems for mowers require multiple passes to apply pesticides or herbicides, which is inefficient and time-consuming, as they are not designed for simultaneous mowing and spraying.
Innovation Solution
A sprayer attachment apparatus comprising a tank mount with support arms, a storage tank, a pump, and a spray apparatus that uses a split valve and independent control for simultaneous mowing and spraying, allowing for targeted application of liquids on both sides of the mower.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a sprayer attachment system is added to a mower, then spraying capability is improved, but the system requires multiple passes which reduces productivity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the sprayer attachment system with the mower deck to enable simultaneous mowing and spraying operations. The sprayer is integrated onto the mower deck with its own tank, pump, and spray bars, allowing both functions to be performed in a single pass rather than requiring separate operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The mower system is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously - both cutting grass and applying liquid chemicals. The universal design allows the single piece of equipment to handle both mowing and spraying tasks that would traditionally require separate machines or multiple passes.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a sprayer attachment system is added to a mower, then spraying capability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The sprayer attachment system is divided into separate functional modules: a tank mount with support arms, a pump system with drive wheel, spray bars with nozzles, and control mechanisms. This segmentation allows each component to be independently installed, maintained, and adjusted, reducing overall system complexity despite the added functionality.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient and targeted application of liquids during mowing, eliminating the need for secondary passes and improving operational efficiency by integrating spraying capabilities directly into the mowing process.
Implementation Method 1
The drive wheel powers the pump to draw a liquid from the storage tank through the intake hose and intake port, pressurize said liquid and expelling it through the discharge port
Implementation Method 2
A belt is coupled to the drive wheel and is configured to couple to a drive shaft of the mower, thus rotating the drive wheel
Data Source
AI summary
A mower sprayer attachment apparatus for simultaneous mowing and spraying includes a tank mount comprising a plurality of support arms configured to couple to a deck of a mower and a platform coupled to the plurality of support arms. A storage tank is coupled to the tank mount. A pump is coupled to the deck of the mower and has an intake port, a discharge port, and a drive wheel. The intake port is linked to the storage tank by an intake hose. The drive wheel powers the pump to draw a liquid, pressurize said liquid and expel it through the discharge port. A belt is coupled to the drive wheel and is configured to couple to a drive shaft of the mower to rotate the drive wheel. A spray apparatus is coupled to the discharge port and releases the liquid on each side of the mower.