Adjustable wheel for yacht pedestal steerer
US5048444A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 16, 1990 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 16, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H2025/022
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A shaft for a yacht steering pedestal has a swivel between the pedestal outer bearing and the steering wheel. The swivel permits the wheel to be rocked from a normal athwartships position to an angular position alongside the pedestal and thereby gain walking freedom in the cockpit of a sailing vessel.
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