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US 2011/0214404 A1Published application
Method and Apparatus for Mulching Stubble
OwnerRichard James Larsen, David Larseninventors
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Abstract
An apparatus and method for cutting post-harvest crop stubble. The apparatus including, a support frame, a plurality of layover bars coupled to the frame for laying over the stubble, and a plurality of cutting discs for cutting the stubble. The layover bars being adapted to present a substantially smooth transitioned engagement to the stubble.
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An apparatus for cutting post-harvest crop stubble, the apparatus including:
- a support frame;
- a plurality of layover bars coupled to the frame for laying over the stubble;
- and
- a plurality of cutting discs for cutting the stubble.
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An apparatus for cutting post-harvest crop stubble, the apparatus including:
- a support frame;
- a plurality of layover bars coupled to the frame for laying over the stubble;
- and
- a plurality of cutting discs for cutting the stubble;
- wherein the cutting discs are substantially circular, and are each orientated to respectively define substantially parallel planes;
- wherein the layover bars precede the cutting discs and are angled sideward across the path of the cutting discs, such that in use a first layover bars engages a first stubble, directs this first stubble to one side, and lays this first stubble over for cut by the cutting discs.
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