Apparatus for forming a terrain feature
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Apr 15, 2014
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Jun 2, 2011
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Jul 24, 2009
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Jul 25, 2008
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The present invention relates to an apparatus for forming a terrain feature such as a snow half pipe used by snowboarders or skiers. Known half-pipe cutters are inaccurate and limited in height which limits the quality of the formed snow course. The apparatus comprises a frame which comprises an attachment for a self-actuated vehicle and a tool member adapted to the cross-sectional shape of the terrain feature; at least one primary forming surface, such as a belt, running over a working surface of the tool member to form the terrain feature; at least one secondary forming surface, in the form of a heated bar and finishing mats, to contact the formed terrain feature and provide a finish to its surface; and a guidance device, such as a laser guided device, to determine the position of the tool member with respect to the terrain surface.
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