Gangway including an articulated ramp and ladder
US6813792B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 6, 2002 |
| Grant date | Nov 9, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 6, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B27/143
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gangway includes a ladder, which is removably attachable to extend along a side of a boat, and a ramp, which is removably and pivotally attachable to the ladder at a number of vertically spaced locations. The ladder may include a step that is pivoted to extend outward for use with the ramp attached at or below the step. The gangway may also include a removable step that can be attached to the ladder at the locations provided for attachment of the ladder.
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