Covered marine deck structure for rope contact
US8333162B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 12, 2010 |
| Grant date | Dec 18, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 17, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B21/10
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A marine deck structure for rope contact having an impermeable cover for the purpose of preventing chaffing and wear of ropes is disclosed. Provided is a marine deck structure, such as a bullnose, or H-Bit covered with a durable impermeable cover that protects the structure from the harsh elements and provides a smooth low abrading surface. In another embodiment, rope chaffing surfaces on a marine vessel or dock are covered with an impermeable cover to reduce rope wear. The impermeable cover in one embodiment comprises ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE). A number of ways of covering the marine deck structures are provided, such as positioning cover sheets around or on the support member and attaching the cover by, for example, welding, adhering, or thermally shrinking.
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