Patents Examined by Richard J. Johson
  • Patent number: 4690223
    Abstract: A rod weeder attachment for the tool bar of an agricultural implement comprises an arm portion extending rearwardly from a clamp on the tool bar defined by a pair of spaced parallel bars extending rearwardly to a transverse strut. From the strut to the ground is provided a rear arm portion the angle of which can be adjusted relative to the front arm portion. The rear arm portion carries on the lower end a ground wheel for running on the ground and providing drive therefrom. A pair of shanks at opposed ends of the strut extend down to the ground and carry at their lower ends a rod which is driven by a chain mechanism from the ground wheel. Springs allow the arm to lift relative to the tool bar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 1986
    Date of Patent: September 1, 1987
    Inventor: Duane C. Haukaas