Method, apparatus and system for recovering a sailing vessel
US12065222B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63C7/26
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A self-righting sailing vessel is described. The self-righting sailing vessel may determine the occurrence of several predetermined events, such as the self-righting sailing vessel capsizing, present or imminent inclement weather, and/or a present or imminent vessel or large marine animal. Upon detection of one of these events, the self-righting sailing vessel causes at least it's hull to become partially or completely submerged beneath the water. The self-righting sailing vessel is configured such that its rig is more buoyant than the rest of the vessel when the vessel is completely submerged beneath the water, causing the vessel to move towards an upright position while underwater. When the vessel is pointing towards an upright position, the vessel may begin ascending until it surfaces and is ready to continue sailing on top of the water.
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