Boat keel/hull protector
US5357890A · kind A · utility
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15References
18Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 25, 1993 |
| Grant date | Oct 25, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B59/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In order to prevent damage to the keel and/or hull of a boat during beached landings on gravel, sand, mud or rocky shorelines, a boat keel/hull protector is provided. It comprises a flexible, elongated body member having a central portion and a pair of opposed side portions wherein the elongated body member is formed to accommodate desired positioning thereof relative to the keel. With these features of construction, the boat keel/hull protector also includes a tie-down cord for securing the body member after it has been positioned relative to the keel.
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