Retractable step for boat swim platform
US8375880B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 24, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 2, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B2029/022
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A retractable step for use with a boat in water comprising at least one moveable arm pivotally coupled with the boat, a step coupled with the arm such that the step is moveable between a stored position above the water surface and a deployed position below the water surface, and a lock configured to hold the moveable arm in a stationary position when the step is in its deployed position, but is releasable to accommodate movement of the step to its stored position.
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