Watercraft and associated pedal drive system
US11866136B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jan 9, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H2016/202
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A watercraft and associated pedal drive system are provided. Method of operating the pedal drive are also provided. The pedal drive system allows for unassisted manual pedaling to provide thrust to the watercraft. The pedal drive system also provides on demand pedal assistance of varying levels via an assist drive train having an electric motor to supplement the manual pedal force input provided by a user at the pedals of pedal drive system.
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