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Propeller protector

US5494465A · kind A · utility

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9Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateApr 21, 1994
Grant dateFeb 27, 1996
Priority date
Expiry dateApr 21, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02B61/045
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A propeller protector comprises a shield 18 which surrounds the aft face of the propeller and prevents access thereto. The shield 11 may be secured in position by guide surfaces which engage the lateral fins found on most outboard propeller drive shafts. The protector may be locked in position by a suitable strap.

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