Marine drive system
US7485018B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 17, 2006 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H2020/003
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A marine drive assembly includes at least one vessel hull having at least one cavity formed therein. At least one drive assembly is disposed in the at least one cavity. The at least one drive assembly includes upper and lower units. The upper unit is pivotally mounted within the hull-cavity for adjusting a pitch of the drive assembly about a vertical axis. The lower unit is coupled to the upper unit and includes a propulsory member for propelling the vessel through a body of water.
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