Patent Application
20230313545
The present invention relates to a new innovative type of dwelling, hereinafter referred to also as a “Move Home” (trademark expression currently used by the Applicant of the present patent application for the present concept/system). More particularly, the present invention relates to a dwelling with selectively adjustable living spaces, to a building and/or a residential area provided with at least one of such dwelling, to a kit for assembling the same, and to corresponding methods of manufacturing, assembling and operating associated thereto, as well as to various other different aspects.
Concepts for dwellings, such as mobile service block systems, are known in the art.
For example, US patent application No. US 2015/354200 A1 made public on 30 Dec. 10, 2015, and naming Pierre LECLERC as the inventor (same inventor as that of the present application), relates to a “mobile service block system and method”. This document describes a mobile service block system including prefabricated bathroom, kitchen and other service room units in a single compact and mobile form for installation and use in buildings. The mobile service block system includes a base frame supporting at least one service unit selected from the group comprising bathroom units, kitchen units, laundry units, and closet units, and a displacement mechanism operatively connected to the base frame for displacement of the base frame and of the mobile service block system from one location to another. A method of installing the mobile service block system in a building and a room unit including the mobile service block system are also disclosed.
Also known to the Applicant are the following patent applications:
Also known to the Applicant are the following patents: U.S. RE25,690 E; U.S. D450,132 S; U.S. Pat. Nos. 2,499,498; 3,346,295; 4,250,669; 4,667,580; 5,735,639; 5,740,641; 6,675,540 B1; 6,981,347 B1; 8,621,787 B2; 8,776,449 B1; and 9,416,527 B2.
Despite these considerable improvements, there is always a need to continue innovating and finding better and/or different ways of providing dwellings for people, in a quicker, easier, simpler, faster, more efficient, more economical, more reliable, more adjustable, more versatile, more adaptable, more environmentally-friendly, more sustainable and/or more desirable manner.
An object of the present invention is to provide a new type of dwelling which, by virtue of its design and components, is intended to satisfy the above-mentioned need and which is thus an improvement over other related dwelling concepts, systems, assemblies and/or methods known in the prior art.
In accordance with the present invention, the above main object is achieved, as will be easily understood, with a dwelling (and/or corresponding associated methods of manufacturing, assembling, use, operation, etc.) such as the one(s) briefly described herein and such as the one exemplified in the accompanying drawings.
More particularly, according to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a dwelling for accommodating users, the dwelling comprising:
According to another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a dwelling for accommodating users, the dwelling comprising:
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a station, machine, plant and/or facility for manufacturing the above-mentioned dwelling and/or components thereof.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a method of manufacturing the above-mentioned dwelling and/or components thereof.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a building and/or a residential area containing at least one of the above-mentioned dwelling, and preferably, a plurality thereof.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a method of installing (i.e. assembling, etc.) the above-mentioned dwelling, station, machine, plant, facility and/or components thereof.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a method of operating (ex. using, etc.) the above-mentioned dwelling, station, machine, plant, facility and/or components thereof.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a kit with corresponding components for assembling the above-mentioned dwelling, station, machine, plant, facility and/or components thereof.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a set of components for interchanging with components of the above-mentioned kit.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a method of assembling components of the above-mentioned kit and/or set.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a method of doing business with the above-mentioned method(s), kit, set, dwelling, station, machine, plant, facility and/or components thereof.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is also provided a contract (ex. a purchasing contract, a rental contract, a manufacturing contract, a distribution contract, a licensing contract, etc.) obtained with the above-mentioned method(s), kit, set, dwelling, station, machine, plant, facility and/or components thereof.
The objects, advantages and other features of the present invention will become more apparent upon reading of the following non-restrictive description of preferred embodiments thereof, given for the purpose of exemplification only, with reference to the accompanying drawings.
In the following description, the same numerical references refer to similar elements. Furthermore, for sake of simplicity and clarity, namely so as to not unduly burden the figures with several reference numbers, only some figures have been provided with reference numbers, and components and features of the present invention illustrated in other figures can be easily inferred therefrom. The embodiments, geometrical configurations, materials mentioned and/or dimensions (expressed in inches, and/or centimeters, for example) shown in the figures are preferred, for exemplification purposes only.
Moreover, although the present invention was primarily designed for “residential” purposes, to enable a “dwelling” (ex. “home”, “apartment”, “condo”, etc.) to have selectively adjustable living spaces (ex. kitchen, bedroom, living room, etc.), it may be used with other types of objects, and in other fields, as apparent to a person skilled in the art. For this reason, expressions such as “residential”, “dwelling”, “home”, “apartment”, “condo”, “living”, “space”, “kitchen”, “bedroom”, “living room”, etc., used herein should not be taken as to limit the scope of the present invention and include all other kinds of objects or fields with which the present invention could be used and may be useful, as apparent to a person skilled in the art. Indeed, the present invention may be intended and/or used in various other fields, whether commercial (ex. in “work spaces”, etc.), industrial, manufacturing, and/or the like, etc.
Moreover, in the context of the present invention, the expressions “dwelling”, “home”, “Move Home”, “MoveHome”, “system”, “concept”, “device”, “apparatus”, “assembly”, “equipment”, “product”, “station”, “module”, “unit”, “component”, “method” and “kit” and “assembly”, as well as any other equivalent expressions and/or compound words thereof known in the art will be used interchangeably, as apparent to a person skilled in the art. This applies also for any other mutually equivalent expressions, such as, for example: a) “dwelling”, “apartment”, “home”, “condo”, etc.; b) “selectively”, “adjustably”, “progressively”, “controllably”, “incrementally”, etc.; c) “adjusting”, “producing”, “manufacturing”, “processing”, “altering”, “modifying”, “changing”, etc.; d) “living space”, “work space”, “usage space”, etc.; e) “moving”, “displacing”, “sliding”, “translating”, etc.; f) “abut”, “with respect to”, “about”, “relative to”, etc.; as well as for any other mutually equivalent expressions, pertaining to the aforementioned expressions and/or to any other structural and/or functional aspects of the present invention, as also apparent to a person skilled in the art.
Furthermore, in the context of the present description, it will be considered that all elongated objects will have an implicit “longitudinal axis” or “centerline”, such as the longitudinal axis of a shaft, or the centerline of a hole, for example (and as a result, there is a “transversal axis” being substantially “perpendicular” to each longitudinal axis, etc.), and that expressions such as “connected” and “connectable”, or “mounted” and “mountable”, may be interchangeable, in that the present invention also relates to a kit with corresponding components for assembling a resulting fully assembled and operational dwelling with selectively adjustable living spaces, etc.
Moreover, components of the dwelling(s) and/or steps of the method(s) described herein could be modified, simplified, altered, omitted, combined and/or interchanged, whether individually and/or collectively, without departing from the scope of the present invention, depending on the particular applications which the present invention is intended for, and the desired end results, as briefly exemplified herein and as also apparent to a person skilled in the art.
In addition, although the preferred embodiments of the present invention as illustrated in the accompanying drawings may comprise various components, and although the preferred embodiments of the dwelling and corresponding method may consist of certain preferred steps and components as explained herein, not all of these steps and components are essential to the invention and thus should not be taken in their restrictive sense, i.e. should not be taken as to limit the scope of the present invention. It is to be understood, as also apparent to a person skilled in the art, that other suitable step(s), component(s) and cooperation(s) thereinbetween, may be used for the present dwelling and corresponding method (as well as corresponding components) according to the present invention, as will be briefly explained hereinafter and as can be easily inferred herefrom by a person skilled in the art, without departing from the scope of the invention.
Broadly described, the present invention, as illustrated in the accompanying drawings, relates to the innovative work of M. Pierre Leclerc carried out over several years in order to come up with a new and improved dwelling concept with respect to his previous concept as described in US patent application No. US 2015/354200 A1, the content of which is entirely and/or selectively incorporated herein by reference.
Indeed, the present dwelling concept is particularly advantageous in that, by virtue of its design, components and features, as better described and illustrated herein, it enables to provide dwellings for people, in a quicker, easier, simpler, faster, more efficient, more economical, more reliable, more adjustable, more versatile, more adaptable, more environmentally-friendly, more sustainable and/or more desirable manner, than what is possible with conventional known systems.
The present dwelling (1) may come in the form of a dwelling including one and/or several of the following possible components and/or features (and/or different combination(s)/permutation(s) thereof):
As can now be better appreciated, the present system concerns a mobile platform on which it is possible to install all the systems that are essential to daily life in a dwelling. This platform can be entirely manufactured in factory in various subassemblies, which can be determined (ex. decided, chosen, selected, etc.) by the client, according to particular/specific needs. A possible listing of the majority of the available subassemblies include: kitchen, powder room, toilet room, mechanical or utility room, shower, storage, and/or the like. The aim of the module is to bring together all the services required for living in a dwelling (ex. an apartment, condo, etc.), facilitating therefore the integration and the installation of these essential services. The installation is done quickly and practically without the aid of any specialized workmanship, tools, etc. No wall fixtures (ex. studs, etc.) are required, in that, it is not necessary to install the plumbing and the electricity through the walls, but rather all is done in an “over-hanging” manner, therefore facilitating any inspection, maintenance and/or repair(s) being required, and also limiting greatly any potential damages, etc. According to an advantageous embodiment, the different disassembled components and pieces of the module are shaped and sized to pass through a standard apartment door. Furthermore, the displacement of the module is generated by a control system resulting in an increased security, and ease of use.
Concerning the mobile platform, and according to a given embodiment, the platform is made from a metallic material, such as aluminium or steel, for example, chosen in accordance with various design criteria. The choice of the subassemblies is usually an important main criteria, therefore, determining also the resulting weight to be sustained, etc. The base can itself be composed of various assembly sections which could be linked to one another via mechanical link(s), thereby facilitating the transportation and the handling thereof.
Concerning the kitchen, and according to a possible embodiment, the kitchen is preferably a preassembled kitchen manufactured in a factory. It can be configured differently depending on the particular desires and needs of the client. The kitchen can include one or several of the following possible components, namely: a sink, a dishwasher, a refrigerator, a microwave oven, an air extractor, etc. The kitchen (and/or other modules/parts/walls of the present system, etc.) can also be made of various materials, such as for example, with corrugated panels, agglomerated panels, etc.
Concerning the toilet room, and according to a possible embodiment, it may comprise a toilet and a sink with a corresponding faucet, including cold and hot water and/or mixture thereof.
Concerning the shower, the subassembly may be designed so as to entirely include the floor, wall and/or roof. The shower may comprise its own pumping system being independently activated by the control system. It may also comprise a dehumidifying system enabling to reduce the humidity in the shower assembly, dividing module, and/or remaining apartment.
Concerning the various feed(s) and/or input(s), the module is preferably displaced about the floor area (i.e. on, over, above, etc.) of the apartment, and thus, certain connections, for example, water, electricity, sanitary return, venting, air extraction, etc., are done by mobile connections. By using an articulated connection carrier, for example, as exemplified in
Concerning the mechanical room, it may include a sanitary tank which receives all the used waters of all the equipments necessitating a return towards the gutters, such as for example, shower, sink, wash basin, toilet, dishwasher, washing machines, etc. With the aid of a level sensor, a submersible pump which may be present within the inside of the sanitary tank, can evacuate black water by means of flexible hoses, which themselves can extend through the articulated connection carrier through the urban infrastructure, as can be easily understood when referring to
Concerning controls and security, it is worth mentioning that presence sensors can be strategically installed within the present system, enabling the management of water and the displacement of the module. Each of the equipments requiring an input in water can be, for example, individually managed, so that in doing so, water cannot be used unless a given user is present in proximity of a corresponding equipment requiring such water feed. This type of system is advantageous in that it can prevent or at the very least minimize water damages, etc. The presence of sensors according to the present system also enables the detection of obstacles, thereby ensuring or at least minimizing any undesirable interaction between two components that are not meant to interact (i.e. contact, collision, etc.) between one another, thereby ensuring the protection of the goods and of the users of the present system.
The displacement and the installation of the module could also be designed so as to be limited in speed, thereby enabling the protection of equipments, accessories of the users of the present system, etc.
Concerning the assemblies, and according to a possible embodiment, all the subassemblies and equipments of the module can connect to one another by means of mechanical connectors and/or links. These mechanical links can facilitate the mounting and dismounting of the corresponding systems.
According to other possible embodiments of the present system, the module may be installed on various types of constructions, and various types of coverings. Preferably, it is better if these types of coverings of the floors are smooth, levelled, and regular, although any proper cooperation and/or different interaction(s) between the module and corresponding floor of the dwelling could be envisioned according to the present system. Example of possible types of constructions could be wood structures (ex. floors, supports, etc.), steel structures and/or concrete structures, whereas possible types of floor coverings can consist of hardwood floors, concrete floors and/or floors made of epoxy covering, for example.
Concerning the displacement and the guiding of the present system, it is worth mentioning that several other mechanisms could also be possible to carry out a corresponding displacement of the module. For example, the displacement could be carried out horizontally along on one or two or several axes. The user can activate this displacement according to particular needs of a given user, or according to available possibilities provided by the given system, etc.
As previously explained, different mechanisms could be used for the displacement assembly, such as wheels, for example, and the displacement could be carried out on wheels by means of at least one electric motor (and/or other type of motor) which could be controlled by the user via a corresponding control panel and/or remote. The displacement mechanism could also be carried out via a corresponding magnetic field. Alternatively, an air cushion could be generated under the base of the module enabling the rising of the module, thereby reducing the friction and enabling an easy and smooth displacement of the module about the corresponding floor of the dwelling. Alternatively also, the displacement mechanism could be suspended and/or hung from the ceiling, via a corresponding rail and/or other type of mechanism, etc. Alternatively also, the module could be manually displaced directly by a given user.
Concerning the guiding of the present system, and according to a possible embodiment, the guiding is designed so as to ideally ensure a linear displacement and also, is preferably designed so as to act as an anti-tipping mechanism, as a way of protecting against seismic activity, such as earthquakes and the like. The guiding in a possible and most simplest embodiment, could be carried out by means of a rail which could be fixed either on the roof, to the wall and/or on the floor, and/or combination thereof.
Concerning sustainable development, in regards to the present system, it is worth mentioning that by assembling, several and/or most of the components of the present system in a factory, it is much easier to coordinate purchases and to reduce losses of materials, etc. Furthermore, the module being preferably designed so as to be completely mountable and dismountable without breaking of any materials, it is possible to recuperate the whole module in its entirety, and/or to reuse it in a different location and/or corresponding dwelling, etc.
The majority of the work is preferably meant to be carried out in a given place, thereby also reducing greatly the displacements of workers and of materials, thereby reducing the use of motorized means of transportation, corresponding fuel consumption and/or resulting pollution, etc.
Concerning savings, it is worth mentioning that with respect to water, for example, the management of water with the electrical valves of the present system can greatly reduce the consumption of water. For example, according to a given possible embodiment of the present system, one must absolutely require that the user be present in front of the given equipment to be used, otherwise, it will be impossible to have water provided to the equipment. Various types of mechanisms (ex. faucets, controls, controllers, reducers, etc.) limiting the debit of water could also be installed on some or several, or all of the equipments, thereby also reducing greatly the overall consumption within the dwelling.
Concerning the installation, the systems are preferably dimensioned so as to facilitate transportation and the speed of installation according to a standard context of access to the building.
As may now better be appreciated, the present invention is a substantial improvement over the known prior art in that, by virtue of its design and components, as explained herein, and the particular configuration of the MoveHome™ concept and/or components/accessories thereof according to the present system, it enables to provide dwellings for people, in a quicker, easier, simpler, faster, more efficient, more economical, more reliable, more adjustable, more versatile, more adaptable, more environmentally-friendly, more sustainable and/or more desirable manner than what is possible with respect to other known conventional dwelling concepts, etc.
Indeed, and for example, the present dwelling system is advantageous in that it enables a user thereof to change his/her own living space(s) to meet specific changing needs.
More particularly, the present dwelling system is an innovative design that breaks new grounds, in that, the Move Home concept offers a new way of life for people who value flexibility, innovation, and sustainable development, all while lowering construction-related costs.
Regarding a maximizing of space, the present system is also very advantageous in that with Move Home, any room can quickly be transformed to meet space-use needs.
Installation is also greatly facilitated, in that, as explained hereinabove, units are meant to pre-assembled at the factory. Therefore, and dimensionally speaking, they are meant to be designed to fit easily through a front door, an elevator door, etc.
Sustainable development is also at the forefront of the present Move Home concept. Indeed, the present dwelling system offers the possibility of a modular design which minimizes waste during construction and does not generate any considerable waste during its fabrication since it is meant to be “factory-made”, prior to installation, etc.
The present dwelling system is also advantageous in that if offers a module, grouping together building amenities, into a mobile unit that is “dynamic” and “adjustable”, in that, it can be moved linearly at the tenant's/owner's desire, allowing them to take full advantage of the living spaces, options, etc.
The present system is also advantageous in that it offers a design and/or a product that provides maximum comfort in a minimum amount of space while contributing to sustainable development using reusable materials with a focus on comfort and quality of life. Indeed, the present system is meant to be a very desirable choice option for flexible interior design layouts. The present system and/or associated aspects/components thereof are also meant to be made for modern life with mobility solutions that maximize the potential of small residential and commercial spaces.
Indeed, Move Home's high technology units group together building amenities and provide enhanced flexibility in the way indoor spaces are thought out. Designed with sustainable development in mind, the associated innovative module(s) and corresponding unit(s) are meant to be factory-built, which significantly lowers construction-related costs. A corresponding manufacturing plant may also be provided with the present concept, so as to be equipped with state-of-the-art technology that would ensure short lead times and superior products.
As previously explained, the Move Home design is quite innovative compared to traditional dwellings, in that it provides a mobile platform (and/or “module”), that can be moved inside a living space to meet a user's needs, whether it is making a bedroom or the kitchen and living room area(s) bigger and/or smaller, if so desired.
The module features all the basic equipment found in an autonomous living space, including a full kitchen and a bathroom with toilet, sink, and shower. The overall design can also include an entry closet, a wall bed, a laundry cupboard that can accommodate a stackable washer and dryer, and, behind the sliding module, a large wall of built-in storage cupboards.
As previously explained also, the present dwelling system can be provided with automatic protection devices. Thus, the module and/or other parts of the dwelling can incorporate automatic protection devices that significantly lower the risks of water damage and excess energy consumption.
The present dwelling system is also meant to provide a safe configuration, in that the safe reconfiguration of the living space is ensured with a touchscreen (ex. a centralized touchscreen, on a side of the diving module, for example) which can be connected to a micro-computer which coordinates the movement of the module, for example. To activate the shift mechanism, the user can press on corresponding movement arrow(s) on the screen. If one of the sensors detects a presence in the kitchen or bathroom, it can prevent the module from moving.
The present dwelling system is also advantageous in that it provides flexibility and functionality. Indeed, Move Home is an ideal solution for maximizing open-concept loft and studio spaces measuring from about 300 sq. ft. to about 450 sq. ft. (i.e. about 28 to 42 m2).
The present dwelling system is also advantageous in that it provides customization to a user's specific needs. Thus, in a spirit of sustainable development, the replacement of parts is simple, and the recovery system will facilitate end-of-life management. Also, on one can customize the diving module by choosing from different storage options and/or different finishes and colours.
The present dwelling system is also advantageous in that it provides an ecological design. Indeed, Move Home offers a selection of designs that lower their environmental footprint by favoring easy disassembly and part replacement. The present dwelling design aims to make the most of a living space.
Several other advantages, for a consumer, a builder and/or a real estate promoter, also result from employing the present Move Home dwelling system, some of which are exemplified as follows: a) up to 160 sq. ft. of living space giving great flexibility of layout; b) greater acoustic performance and/or greater quality of life; c) greater accessibility with first-time buyers; d) sustainable development: possibility to build about 33% more units per floor surface; e) simplified project management for builders; f) etc.
Other examples of possible advantages for consumers of the present Move Home dwelling system are the following: a) major savings: the Move Home concept will let you save up to 160 ft2 (15 m2) on the size of the apartment; b) great flexibility of layout; c) in a 25′×16′, it gives a 16′×16′ living room or a 15′×16′ bedroom (wall-to-wall); d) superior storage options than other larger residential spaces; e) possibility to configure an office space; f) greater acoustic performance, in that, for example, no water distribution of sewage lines passes through the floor; g) greater quality of life; h) savings on insurance, in that the present dwelling system is energy-efficient and safe; i) etc.
Other examples of possible advantages for builders of the present Move Home dwelling system are the following: a) possibility to build about 33% more units per floor surface. e.g., 6 units of 580 sq. ft.=8 Move Home units of 420 sq. ft.; b) added value to units—far more to offer to consumers; c) quick and independent sale of units; d) base building: no need to worry about where drains are positioned, etc. —one just needs one water inlet from a drain stack on one wall and/or the power inlet; e) less time spent on managing contractors; f) savings on time: installation can be done within days; g) peace of mind: the motion sensors can block the water inlet in the absence of occupants; h) substantial savings regarding construction warranty management; i) savings on insurance, in that the present dwelling system is energy-efficient and safe; j) savings on costs: cabinets, electrical and plumbing are preferably factory-built, etc.; h) substantial savings on waste production and management (LEED); k) some municipalities require permits to install dumpsters—this results in delays, and additional costs, on top of the costs for renting the dumpsters, something that can be avoided and/or minimized when using the present dwelling system; l) etc.
Although not limited to the following examples, the present Move Home dwelling system is particularly advantageous for the following markets: a) new constructions with many units (condos and/or rental units); b) condos located in lodging centers; c) renovation: conversion of large existing units into many small and more efficient Move Home spaces; d) tiny houses, cottages, etc.; e) commercial: Move Home can also be used in the development of hotel condos, more specifically for corporate suites, etc.
As previous explained, Move Home's unique design consists of a mobile platform—a module—that can be moved across a living space to meet your needs, whether it is making a bedroom or the kitchen and living room area bigger, etc. For a particular possible embodiment, such as in a 16′ wide apartment (for example), the size of the module can be 9′-6″ long, 5′-4″ wide and 7′-6″ tall (all measures are given as approximate and non-limiting values).
As also previously explained, the module features all the basic equipment found in an autonomous living space, including a full kitchen and a bathroom with toilet, sink, and shower. The global design can also include an entry closet, a wall bed, a laundry cupboard that can accommodate a stackable washer and dryer, and, behind the sliding module, a large wall of built-in storage cupboards.
The present Move Home dwelling system is also advantageous in that it provides for a flexible living space. Indeed, the possibility to move the dividing module allows for greater flexibility. For instance, it is possible to reclaim the bedroom space, which is not used during the day, in order to add it to the kitchen and living area, as needed, to welcome guests, install a large table, work out, dance, etc. The opposite is also true: a user can reclaim the living area space to enlarge the bedroom area.
One can, therefore, get a 15′ (4.6 m) bedroom or a 16′ long (4.9 m) kitchen and living area by moving the module. Advantageously also, the space between the module and the ceiling allows natural light to pass through and gives depth to the area, which wouldn't be the case with traditional floor to ceiling partition walls.
The present Move Home dwelling system is also advantageous in that the integrity of the building is preserved. The module and/or other aspects/components of the dwelling can come with electronic valves activated by presence sensors at each point of water consumption. These sensors can provide access to domestic water as needed and can block water passage after use to prevent accidental water damage, for example. This innovative feature alone provides substantial savings in home insurance, and is also greatly beneficial from an environmental point-of-view.
The present Move Home dwelling system is also advantageous in that it provides infrastructure benefits. Indeed, the above-described units can be factory built, then delivered and installed onsite in only a few days by a team of certified experts. A contractor will therefore only need to deal with one supplier, namely that of the present Move Home dwelling system. Indeed, the present system offers simplified construction, in that the builder only needs to provide a base building.
For example, the mechanical infrastructure can consist of a mechanical well comprising a waste stack pipe and water service pipe on which the equipment of the module is directly connected. Using a dwelling system such as Move Home also means obtaining shorter timelines on the mechanics of the building and the interior finishing.
The present Move Home dwelling system is also advantageous in that it provides reduced implementation costs. Since there is less traffic on the site, this results in reduced noise and downtime for the surrounding areas.
The present Move Home dwelling system is also advantageous in that it is meant to provide a sturdy movement mechanism. A multitude of cycling and resistance tests have been carried out to ensure the long-term durability of the product. All the devices and parts used in the composition of our movement mechanisms are meant to be selected from highly reliable mechanical engineering components. The same process is applied for selecting the pumps and other mechanisms. The present Move Home dwelling system may also come with a corresponding warranty (ex. 5-year warranty, etc.) against manufacturing defects on the module as well as for all storage units.
Of course, and as can be easily understood by a person skilled in the art, the scope of the above-mentioned numbered paragraphs should not be limited by the possible embodiments set forth in the examples, but should be given the broadest interpretation consistent with the description as a whole.
Furthermore, although preferred embodiments of the present invention have been briefly described herein and illustrated in the accompanying drawings, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited to these embodiments and that various changes and modifications could be made without departing form the scope and spirit of the present invention, as defined in the appended claims and as also apparent to a person skilled in the art.
This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 17/334,504, filed May 28, 2021 (published as US20210285246), which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/478,823, filed Jul. 17, 2019 (issued as U.S. Pat. No. 11,021,884), which is the U.S. National Stage of International Patent Application No. PCT/CA2018/050058, filed Jan. 18, 2018, which claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/447,678, filed Jan. 18, 2017, the contents of each of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entireties.
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