Marine lift for multi-hull vessels
US9815527B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 22, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B2029/022
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Marine lift apparatus for raising and lowering vessels, platforms, and cargo are disclosed. A lift apparatus comprises a multi-component structure capable of movement, at least one flexible member, and at least one piston device. In some aspects, marine lift apparatus facilitates the level raising, lowering, and storing of vessels, platforms, and cargo. Lift apparatus mountable onto multi-hull vessels, such as catamarans, configured for lifting a combination swim and dinghy platform are also disclosed.
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