Auxiliary boat wheel apparatus
US5197405A · kind A · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 1991 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63C13/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A transportation and launching device for boats which can be handled by one person and which is carried with the boat during overland transportation, launching, and water operation of the boat. The device remains completely external to the boat during operation and storage and may be equipped for manual or automatic adjustment of the wheel axles to the longitudinal center of gravity of the boat to accommodate loading changes affecting the center of gravity. The device is typically used with the boat in an upright position but may be adjusted to move the boat in an inverted position as an aid in maintenance. The device is removable for compact storage and may be adjusted to fit on boats of various sizes.
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