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Boat propulsion device

US9422046B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 22, 2014
Grant dateAug 23, 2016
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Expiry dateFeb 12, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02B61/045
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A boat propulsion device includes an engine including a crankshaft extending in an up-and-down direction and a cowling accommodating the engine. The cowling includes a first cowling portion preferably made of resin, a second cowling and a coupling mechanism configured to couple the first cowling portion to the second cowling portion. The coupling mechanism includes a first lock portion and a second lock portion. The first lock portion is attached to the first cowling portion. The second lock portion is attached to the second cowling portion and locks with the first lock portion. The first cowling portion includes a cowling main body and a support portion. The support portion preferably has a plate shape. The support portion is erected on an inner surface of the cowling main body, supports the first lock portion, and includes a small thickness section and a large thickness section.

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