Wind driven sailing craft
US7243607B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 29, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B2035/009
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A wind driven sailing craft is disclosed with a hydrofoil element which provides variable lift to the stern of the craft to maintain a level trim when the craft is operated under power propulsion. The hydrofoil element includes a hydrofoil wing which rotates on a transverse axis to provide the desired lift.
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