Floating construct
US12296929B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 15, 2022 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 30, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B35/34
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A floating construct is formed of a plurality of floats. The floats are constructed of rigid plastic with of a central tube positioned vertically. The floats are hollow and watertight, with the hollow and watertight structure of the floats providing flotation. The floats are connected directly or indirectly to other floats to form the floating construct. The use of multiple floats, which have a relatively small footprint, sized and positioned according to the loading of the floating construct, allows balancing of the overall construct that the floats support.
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