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Apparatus for removal of oil floating on water or the like

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6986932
A device for removing and collecting oil floating on water consists of a first inner member which serves as both a main flotation member and a notched weir, and an outer buoyancy member held above the flotation member and closely adjacent the surface of the oil. A flotsam screen is provided. An inflatable device easily carried on vessels or other vehicles is provided also. (10 claims)
Assignee:
Gulf Research and Development Co.
Patent Number(s):
US 3534859
OSTI ID:
6986932
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English