Universal motorized personal watercraft propulsion assistance and training device
US10773781B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 31, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B34/26
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A paddle assistance and propulsion system for use with personal watercraft is disclosed. The paddle assistance and propulsion system may include different mounting techniques that allow a propulsion device (e.g., a motor) to be coupled to various types of personal watercraft. Some mounting techniques may include the use of magnets to couple a motor-side mount to a boat-side mount. The paddle assistance and propulsion system may also utilize a variety of sensors in combination with control systems to provide various types of paddle assistance and different types of paddle assistance modes for the user of the personal watercraft.
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