Drift control system
US8839730B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 7, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 23, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H25/44
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A drift control system including at least one drift control device for use with a small boat to effect the direction and speed of drift of the small boat against the forces of wind and current comprising a rudder-like member adjustably coupled to the small boat by a mounting assembly including a first mounting bracket coupled to the small boat and a second mounting bracket rotatably coupled to the first mounting bracket by a coupling member and attached to the rudder-like member, and an adjustable locking assembly to selectively secure the rudder-like member in one of a plurality of positions relative to the small boat to effect the direction and speed of drift of the small boat against the forces of wind and current.
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