Gypsy for windlass and method for its manufacture
US10450173B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 11, 2016 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66D1/36
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gypsy is disclosed, adapted for mounting in a windlass for hauling and/or veering anchor rode. A chain-engagement region (12) of the gypsy comprises chain link pockets (18) sized and spaced around the chain-engagement region to engage with chain of the anchor rode. A line-engagement region (24) is provided, with an array of rope grip features (26) spaced around the line-engagement region. The chain-engagement region of the gypsy is formed from a polymeric material and the line-engagement region is formed from a metal material.
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