Watercraft helm support structure and deck
US8555801B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 5, 2011 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 4, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H2025/024
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A watercraft has a hull and a deck disposed above the hull. A helm assembly disposed above the deck has a steering column and a handlebar. A pedestal is disposed on the deck at least in part rearwardly of the handlebar. A support structure bears the helm assembly. The support structure surrounds at least in part the steering column. The support structure has at least one rear connection portion connected to the pedestal. The support structure has at least one front connection arm connected to at least one of the deck and the hull forwardly from the at least one rear connection portion. A watercraft with a deck having at least two portions is also presented.
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