Watercraft with steer-responsive reverse gate
US8202136B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 25, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jun 19, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H21/22
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of operating a watercraft is disclosed. The watercraft includes an engine, a jet propulsion system operatively connected to the engine, the jet propulsion system includes a reverse gate, and a steering assembly for steering the watercraft. The method comprises: determining if the steering assembly is turned; sensing an operating parameter of the watercraft, the operating parameter being related to a thrust generated by the propulsion system; determining if the operating parameter of the watercraft is within a predetermined range; and moving the reverse gate to a lowered position when the steering assembly is turned and the operating parameter of the watercraft is within the predetermined range. A watercraft capable of performing the method is also disclosed.
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