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Marine drive shift control system

US8439800B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 2010
Grant dateMay 14, 2013
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Expiry dateSep 7, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB63H23/08
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A shift control system for a marine drive applies partial clutch engagement pressure upon initial shifting from forward to reverse to prevent stalling of the engine otherwise caused by applying full clutch engagement pressure upon shifting from forward to reverse.

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