12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Marine boat engines; marine boat transmissions, namely inboard and outboard drive units and structural parts therefor Inboard-outboard drive unit for a boat
A device and a method for controlling an electrical steering system in a marine vessel comprising at least one steerable propulsion unit, the electrical steering system comprising a main steering system (220; 220.1) that comprises a main electric motor (221; 221.1) and a main power source, e.g. a main battery (229; 229.1); a main steering angle sensor (226; 226.1) arranged to detect the steering angle of the propulsion unit; a main control unit (240; 240.1) arranged to steer the propulsion unit and to monitor the main steering system status; an auxiliary steering system comprising an auxiliary electric motor (231; 231.1) and an auxiliary battery (239; 239.1); and an auxiliary clutch (232; 232.1) arranged to connect a drive shaft of the auxiliary electric motor to the input shaft of the steering transmission (223; 223.1). The method involves the steps of engaging the auxiliary clutch at start-up of the propulsion unit; performing a diagnostic test of the main steering system during start-up; performing a calibration of an auxiliary steering angle sensor.
A multi-plate clutch transmission includes an arrangement for selectively engaging the clutch by moving the sleeve to cause one or more friction disks on a sleeve connected to a shaft to move into contact with one or more friction disks on a clutch basket connected to a gear driven by another gear and another shaft driven by a prime mover. An arrangement for selectively disengaging the clutch is provided that uses prime mover torque to move the one or more friction disks on the sleeve out of contact with the one or more.friction disks on the clutch basket.
A multi-plate clutch transmission includes an arrangement for selectively engaging the clutch by moving the sleeve to cause one or more friction disks on a sleeve connected to a shaft to move into contact with one or more friction disks on a clutch basket connected to a gear driven by another gear and another shaft driven by a prime mover. An arrangement for selectively disengaging the clutch is provided that uses prime mover torque to move the one or more friction disks on the sleeve out of contact with the one or more.friction disks on the clutch basket.
B63H 23/30 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements characterised by use of clutches
B63H 20/14 - Transmission between propulsion power unit and propulsion element
B63H 20/20 - Transmission between propulsion power unit and propulsion element with provision for reverse drive
B63H 23/00 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
B63H 23/08 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing for transmitting drive from a single propulsion power unit with provision for reversing drive
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AN ELECTRICAL STEERING SYSTEM IN A MARINE VESSEL AND A METHOD FOR CONTROLLING SUCH A STEERING SYSTEM
A device and a method for controlling an electrical steering system in a marine vessel comprising at least one steerable propulsion unit, the electrical steering system comprising a main steering system (220; 220.1) that comprises a main electric motor (221; 221.1) and a main power source, e.g. a main battery (229; 229.1); a main steering angle sensor (226; 226.1) arranged to detect the steering angle of the propulsion unit; a main control unit (240; 240.1) arranged to steer the propulsion unit and to monitor the main steering system status; an auxiliary steering system comprising an auxiliary electric motor (231; 231.1) and an auxiliary battery (239; 239.1); and an auxiliary clutch (232; 232.1) arranged to connect a drive shaft of the auxiliary electric motor to the input shaft of the steering transmission (223; 223.1). The method involves the steps of engaging the auxiliary clutch at start-up of the propulsion unit; performing a diagnostic test of the main steering system during start-up; performing a calibration of an auxiliary steering angle sensor; and disengaging the auxiliary clutch upon completion of the diagnostic test.
B63H 25/24 - Transmitting of movement of initiating means to steering engine by electrical means
B63H 5/125 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers movably mounted with respect to hull, e.g. adjustable in direction
B63H 20/00 - Outboard propulsion units, e.g. outboard motors or Z-drivesArrangements thereof on vessels
B63H 25/42 - Steering or dynamic anchoring by propulsive elementsSteering or dynamic anchoring by propellers used therefor onlySteering or dynamic anchoring by rudders carrying propellers
A propeller drive assembly for transferring a torque between an engine and at least one propeller of a water surface vessel includes a plurality of lubrication clients. The propeller drive assembly includes a first lubrication system arranged to house a first lubricant, dedicated for lubrication of at least one first of the lubrication clients, and a second lubrication system arranged to house a second lubricant, dedicated for lubrication of at least one second of the lubrication clients, the at least one second lubrication client includes a seal arranged to seal the second lubrication system from a body of water surrounding at least a portion of the propeller drive assembly, the second lubrication system being arranged to transport the second lubricant to the seal.
B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
B63H 20/08 - Means enabling movement of the position of the propulsion element, e.g. for trim, tilt or steeringControl of trim or tilt
11.
Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
B63H 20/08 - Means enabling movement of the position of the propulsion element, e.g. for trim, tilt or steeringControl of trim or tilt
The present invention relates generally to lighting systems employed in outboard motors used as marine propulsion systems, and to marine vessel assemblies employing outboard motors with such lighting systems, and related methods of operation and implementation. In one example embodiment of a lighting system, the lighting system includes a first cowling panel portion including a reflective strip portion, and a second cowling panel portion that, in combination with the first cowling panel portion, at least partly defines an interior region within the cowling. The lighting system also includes a lighting source that is positioned within the interior region and positioned so that, when operating, first light is emitted toward the reflective strip portion and, upon the first light reaching the reflective strip portion, at least some of the first light is directed outward away from the cowling.
B60Q 1/30 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic for indicating rear of vehicle, e.g. by means of reflecting surfaces
B63B 45/02 - Arrangements or adaptations of signalling or lighting devices the devices being intended to illuminate the way ahead or other areas of environments
B63B 45/04 - Arrangements or adaptations of signalling or lighting devices the devices being intended to indicate the vessel or parts thereof
F21S 43/237 - Light guides characterised by the shape of the light guide rod-shaped
F21S 43/30 - Signalling devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. brake lamps, direction indicator lights or reversing lights characterised by reflectors
A drain system for a marine engine cooling system, includes an engine having one of a closed coolant circuit or an open cooling circuit, a raw water passageway having a raw water intake for drawing raw water into the raw water passageway, including a hose arranged to have a vertically high point and a vertically low point, a drain valve connected to the raw water passageway at the in hose vertically low point, a vent line connected to the raw water passageway at the hose vertically high point and a control handle located remote from the hose vertically high point and the hose vertically low point, the control handle having a vent valve connected to the vent line, the control handle being connected to the drain valve by a cable, wherein movement of the control handle selectively simultaneously opens and closes the drain valve and the vent valve.
F01P 11/20 - Indicating devicesOther safety devices concerning atmospheric freezing conditions, e.g. automatically draining or heating during frosty weather
B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
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Large outboard motor including variable gear transfer case
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, transmission devices for such an outboard motor, and related methods of making, operating, and modifying attributes of same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the motor, positioned substantially above a trimming axis of the motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to propeller(s). In at least a further embodiment, the motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, and/or other transmission features. In at least some additional embodiments, a transmission device of the motor is configured to facilitate gear ratio variation and/or includes an integrated oil pump.
A propeller drive assembly includes a driveshaft for transferring a torque between an engine and a propeller of a water surface vessel, and a housing enclosing the driveshaft. The assembly includes, separately from the driveshaft, a first element and a second element, the first element extending through a first bore of the second element, wherein one of the first and second elements is fixed to the driveshaft and the other of the first and second elements is arranged to be stationary in relation to the housing, and the one of the first and second elements which is fixed to the driveshaft presents in the first bore a first elongated cavity forming a first helix along the first bore, so as to form with the other of the first and second elements a screw pump.
B63H 20/14 - Transmission between propulsion power unit and propulsion element
B63H 23/00 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements
B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
B63H 23/04 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing the main transmitting element, e.g. shaft, being substantially vertical
A fuel module includes a jacket having a wall defining a jacket interior space, a low pressure pump container in the jacket interior space, a vapor chamber container in the jacket interior space, and a high pressure pump container in the jacket interior space.
F02M 25/08 - Engine-pertinent apparatus for adding non-fuel substances or small quantities of secondary fuel to combustion-air, main fuel or fuel-air mixture adding fuel vapours drawn from engine fuel reservoir
F02M 37/20 - Apparatus or systems for feeding liquid fuel from storage containers to carburettors or fuel-injection apparatusArrangements for purifying liquid fuel specially adapted for, or arranged on, internal-combustion engines characterised by means for preventing vapour lock
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Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
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Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
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Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
22.
Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
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Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
A drain system for a marine engine cooling system, includes an engine having one of a closed coolant circuit or an open cooling circuit, a raw water passageway having a raw water intake for drawing raw water into the raw water passageway, including a hose arranged to have a vertically high point and a vertically low point, a drain valve connected to the raw water passageway at the hose vertically low point, a vent line connected to the raw water passageway at the hose vertically high point and a control handle located remote from the hose vertically high point and the hose vertically low point, the control handle having a vent valve connected to the vent line, the control handle being connected to the drain valve by a cable, wherein movement of the control handle selectively simultaneously opens and closes the drain valve and the vent valve.
Embodiments of outboard motors and related systems and components thereof, as well as arrangements of marine vessels implementing same, as well as related methods of operation, use, assembly, and manufacture, and related improvements, are disclosed herein. In at least some embodiments, the outboard motor includes a cowling system in which at least one divider portion separates an interior region into first and second portion, with the transmission and engine respectively being situated in the first and second portions, respectively. Additionally, in at least some embodiments, the outboard motor includes a water pump system in which a water pump is integrated with the transmission. Further, in at least some embodiments, the outboard motor includes a fuel vaporization suppression feature, or an oil tank feature that allows for desirable oil drainage from the engine of the outboard motor particularly when the outboard motor is in particular (e.g., storage) positions.
B63H 5/20 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of emergency propellers, e.g. arranged at the side of the vessel movable from a working position to a non-working position
B63H 5/125 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers movably mounted with respect to hull, e.g. adjustable in direction
B63H 20/08 - Means enabling movement of the position of the propulsion element, e.g. for trim, tilt or steeringControl of trim or tilt
B63H 20/00 - Outboard propulsion units, e.g. outboard motors or Z-drivesArrangements thereof on vessels
F02B 61/04 - Adaptations of engines for driving vehicles or for driving propellersCombinations of engines with gearing for driving propellers
F02B 75/20 - Multi-cylinder engines with cylinders all in one line
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
F02B 75/22 - Multi-cylinder engines with cylinders in V-, fan-, or star-arrangement
The invention provides a propeller drive assembly (5) for transferring a torque between an engine and at least one propeller of a water surface vessel, - the propeller drive assembly comprising a plurality of lubrication clients, - characterized in that the propeller drive assembly comprises - a first lubrication system (501) arranged to house a first lubricant, dedicated for lubrication of at least one first (531, 533, 534, 535, 536) of the lubrication clients, and - a second lubrication system (502) arranged to house a second lubricant, dedicated for lubrication of at least one second of the lubrication clients (521, 522, 532), - the at least one second lubrication client comprising a seal (521, 522) arranged to seal the second lubrication system (502) from a body of water surrounding at least a portion of the propeller drive assembly, the second lubrication system (502) being arranged to transport the second lubricant to the seal (521, 522).
B63H 20/00 - Outboard propulsion units, e.g. outboard motors or Z-drivesArrangements thereof on vessels
B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
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PROPELLER DRIVE ASSEMBLY AND A SCREW PUMP FOR A WATER VESSEL
The invention provides a propeller drive assembly (5), the assembly comprising - a driveshaft (502) for transferring a torque between an engine (2) and a propeller (3) of a water surface vessel (1), and - a housing (505) enclosing the driveshaft (502), - characterized in that the assembly comprises, separately from the driveshaft (502), a first element (511) and a second element (512), the first element extending through a first bore (513) of the second element (512), - wherein one of the first and second elements (511, 512) is fixed to the driveshaft (502) and the other of the first and second elements (511, 512) is arranged to be stationary in relation to the housing (505), and - the one of the first and second elements (511, 512) which is fixed to the driveshaft (502) presents in the first bore (513) a first elongated cavity (521) forming a first helix along the first bore (513), so as to form with the other of the first and second elements (511, 512) a screw pump.
B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
B63H 20/14 - Transmission between propulsion power unit and propulsion element
B65G 33/14 - Screw or rotary spiral conveyors for fluent solid materials comprising a screw or screws enclosed in a tubular housing
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
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Engine diagnostic apparatus for marine and industrial engines, namely, handheld diagnostic scanners remote diagnostic maintenance and repair services for marine and industrial engines
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Method for controlling a boat comprising a pivotable drive unit, and a electronic vessel control unit for steering a boat
A method is provided for controlling a boat. The boat is adapted to float in a body of water. The boat includes a hull having a longitudinal extension along a hull longitudinal axis, a lateral extension along a hull lateral axis and a vertical extension along a hull vertical axis. The boat also includes a set of drive units, the set of drive units comprising at least one drive unit. Each drive unit in the set is arranged such that it, during driving of the boat, is adapted to be at least partially submerged into the body of water; adapted to be pivotable, relative to the hull, around a drive unit longitudinal axis that is substantially parallel to the hull longitudinal axis such that a drive unit roll angle can be varied, and adapted to be pivotable, relative to the hull, around a steering axis that forms an angle with the drive unit longitudinal, axis such that a drive unit steering angle can be varied.
B63H 25/42 - Steering or dynamic anchoring by propulsive elementsSteering or dynamic anchoring by propellers used therefor onlySteering or dynamic anchoring by rudders carrying propellers
B63B 39/00 - Equipment to decrease pitch, roll, or like unwanted vessel movementsApparatus for indicating vessel attitude
B63H 5/125 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers movably mounted with respect to hull, e.g. adjustable in direction
G05D 1/08 - Control of attitude, i.e. control of roll, pitch, or yaw
B63B 39/14 - Equipment to decrease pitch, roll, or like unwanted vessel movementsApparatus for indicating vessel attitude for indicating inclination or duration of roll
B63B 39/08 - Equipment to decrease pitch, roll, or like unwanted vessel movementsApparatus for indicating vessel attitude to decrease vessel movements by using auxiliary jets or propellers
B63H 21/14 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven relating to internal-combustion engines
The present invention relates generally to lighting systems employed in outboard motors used as marine propulsion systems, and to marine vessel assemblies employing outboard motors with such lighting systems, and related methods of operation and implementation. In one example embodiment of a lighting system, the lighting system includes a first cowling panel portion including a reflective strip portion, and a second cowling panel portion that, in combination with the first cowling panel portion, at least partly defines an interior region within the cowling. The lighting system also includes a lighting source that is positioned within the interior region and positioned so that, when operating, first light is emitted toward the reflective strip portion and, upon the first light reaching the reflective strip portion, at least some of the first light is directed outward away from the cowling.
B63B 45/02 - Arrangements or adaptations of signalling or lighting devices the devices being intended to illuminate the way ahead or other areas of environments
B63B 45/04 - Arrangements or adaptations of signalling or lighting devices the devices being intended to indicate the vessel or parts thereof
F21S 43/30 - Signalling devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. brake lamps, direction indicator lights or reversing lights characterised by reflectors
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
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Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
34.
Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
35.
Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
36.
Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
B63H 20/10 - Means enabling trim or tilt, or lifting of the propulsion element when an obstruction is hitControl of trim or tilt
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 23/02 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with mechanical gearing
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
37.
Large outboard motor including variable gear transfer case
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, transmission devices for such an outboard motor, and related methods of making, operating, and modifying attributes of same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the motor, positioned substantially above a trimming axis of the motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to propeller(s). In at least a further embodiment, the motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, and/or other transmission features. In at least some additional embodiments, a transmission device of the motor is configured to facilitate gear ratio variation and/or includes an integrated oil pump.
The invention relates to an internal combustion engine arrangement (5) for fastening a first component (3) to a second component (4), wherein the fastening arrangement (5) comprises the first component (3), the second component (4) and a clamping device (11) for clamping the first and second components (3,4) together. One of the first and second component (3,4) comprises a recess (8) and the other of the first and second component comprises a projection (10), wherein the recess and projection (8,10) are configured for being engaged. The clamping device (5) comprises a clamping element (11), which is movably arranged in relation to the first and the second component (3,4) when in an engaged state. Further, each one of the first and second component (3,4) comprises a flange portion (15,16) at a distance from the recess (8) and projection (10), respectively, that the clamping element (12) comprises a first and second clamping surface (17,18) facing each other for effecting an outside of the respective flange portion (15,16) for clamping the flange portions between the clamping surfaces (17,18).
F16B 2/06 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening external, i.e. with contracting action
The present disclosure relates to a method for controlling a boat (10). The boat (10) is adapted to float in a body of water (12). The boat (10) comprises a hull (16) having a longitudinal extension along a hull longitudinal axis (L), a lateral extension along a hull lateral axis (T) and a vertical extension along a hull vertical axis (V). The boat (10) also comprises a set (18) of drive units, the set of drive units (20, 22) comprising at least one drive unit (20, 22). Each drive unit (20, 22) in the set is arranged such that it, during driving of the boat (10), is - adapted to be at least partially submerged into the body of water (12); - adapted to be pivotable, relative to the hull (16), around a drive unit longitudinal axis (20', 22') that is substantially parallel to the hull longitudinal axis (L) such that a drive unit roll angle (α1 α2) can be varied, and - adapted to be pivotable, relative to the hull (16), around a steering axis (20", 22") that forms an angle with the drive unit longitudinal axis (20', 22') such that a drive unit steering angle (β1, β2) can be varied.
B63B 39/14 - Equipment to decrease pitch, roll, or like unwanted vessel movementsApparatus for indicating vessel attitude for indicating inclination or duration of roll
B63B 39/00 - Equipment to decrease pitch, roll, or like unwanted vessel movementsApparatus for indicating vessel attitude
B63H 5/125 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers movably mounted with respect to hull, e.g. adjustable in direction
B63H 20/08 - Means enabling movement of the position of the propulsion element, e.g. for trim, tilt or steeringControl of trim or tilt
G05D 1/08 - Control of attitude, i.e. control of roll, pitch, or yaw
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Large outboard motor including variable gear transfer case
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, transmission devices for such an outboard motor, and related methods of making, operating, and modifying attributes of same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the motor, positioned substantially above a trimming axis of the motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to propeller(s). In at least a further embodiment, the motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, and/or other transmission features. In at least some additional embodiments, a transmission device of the motor is configured to facilitate gear ratio variation and/or includes an integrated oil pump.
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
F02B 61/04 - Adaptations of engines for driving vehicles or for driving propellersCombinations of engines with gearing for driving propellers
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
42.
Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
F02B 61/04 - Adaptations of engines for driving vehicles or for driving propellersCombinations of engines with gearing for driving propellers
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
43.
Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
44.
Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
45.
Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
F02B 67/04 - Engines characterised by the arrangement of auxiliary apparatus not being otherwise provided for, e.g. the apparatus having different functionsDriving auxiliary apparatus from engines, not otherwise provided for of mechanically-driven auxiliary apparatus
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Method and system for controlling the exhaust gases from an engine
A method for controlling the exit of exhaust gases from an engine which is used to power an underwater propeller drive arranged at the hull bottom of a boat is provided. According to the method exhaust gases are allowed to flow from the engine through an exhaust channel and exit through a first underwater exhaust outlet in the underwater propeller drive. According to the method, if the engine is running and the transmission of the propeller drive is in neutral position, a second underwater exhaust outlet is opened for letting exhaust gases in the exhaust channel exit in a position closer to the hull bottom of the boat than the first underwater exhaust outlet.
B63H 20/26 - Exhaust gas outlets passing through the propeller or its hub
B63H 21/32 - Arrangements of propulsion power-unit exhaust uptakesFunnels peculiar to vessels
F01N 13/12 - Exhaust or silencing apparatus characterised by constructional features specially adapted for submerged exhausting
B63H 5/125 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers movably mounted with respect to hull, e.g. adjustable in direction
B63H 5/07 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers
There is elucidated a safety system for a marine vessel. The vessel includes two engines coupled to propellers for propelling the vessel through water. The vessel is provided with a digital anchor in communication with the two engines for maintaining the vessel substantially at a defined location when the anchor is activated. The safety system includes a sensor assembly coupled to a data processing assembly for sensing a region of said water at least partially surrounding the vessel for detecting one or more persons present in the region and for modifying operation of the digital anchor in response to the one or more persons being detected. The invention is of advantage in that the digital anchor is capable of responding to the one or more persons being present in the water and thereby reducing a risk of injury or loss of life when the digital anchor is employed.
B60L 3/00 - Electric devices on electrically-propelled vehicles for safety purposesMonitoring operating variables, e.g. speed, deceleration or energy consumption
51.
Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same
An outboard motor for a marine vessel application, and related methods of making and operating same, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the outboard motor includes a horizontal-crankshaft engine in an upper portion of the outboard motor, positioned substantially positioned above a trimming axis of the outboard motor. In at least another embodiment, first, second and third transmission devices are employed to transmit rotational power from the engine to one or more propellers at a lower portion of the outboard motor. In at least a further embodiment, the outboard motor is made to include a rigid interior assembly formed by the engine, multiple transmission devices, and a further structural component. In further embodiments, the outboard motor includes numerous cooling, exhaust, and/or oil system components, as well as other transmission features.
The present invention relates to a system, method, and computer program product for monitoring oil condition. In one embodiment, a marine powertrain is provided that includes a marine engine and a gear casing containing an oil and a gas. An engine speed sensor generates an output value, which indicates a speed of the marine engine. An oil sensor generates an output value, which indicates a condition of the oil. The condition of the oil is selectively monitored according to whether the marine engine is operating at a speed that is less than an engine speed threshold value, which denotes a speed of the marine engine at which the oil and the gas form an oil and aerated gas mixture.
G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
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Auxiliary device, a marine surface vessel and a method for a sacrificial anode in a marine construction
A method is provided for corrosion protection in a marine construction, such as a marine surface vessel or a marine structure, the marine construction including at least one metal element and a sacrificial anode adapted to be at least partly immerged in an electrolyte in the form of water, in which the marine construction is at least partly immerged, the at least one metal element including a metal part, the sacrificial anode being provided for corrosion protection of the metal part. The method includes connecting at least one of the at least one metal element and the sacrificial anode to a DC electrical power outlet so as to allow an electric de-passivation current through an electrical circuit including the sacrificial anode, the metal element and the electrolyte.
A method for corrosion protection in a marine construction including a plurality of metal elements and at least one reference electrode at least partly immerged in water, the metal elements including an anode and a metal part, the anode being provided for corrosion protection of the metal part includes measuring an electric potential of the metal part with the reference electrode as a ground reference. At least one of the metal elements and at least one of the at least one reference electrode are connected to a DC electrical power outlet so as to allow an electrical regeneration current through an electrical circuit including the at least one of the metal elements, the at least one of the at least one reference electrode and the electrolyte so that the reference electrode is anodized.
A gear housing for an aquatic vessel is adapted to be attached at an attachment site to an underside of a hull of the aquatic vessel. The gear housing includes at least one weakened region adapted to yield when the gear housing is rotated at the attachment site following an impact. A breakaway safety system includes such a gear housing, and a fracturable member for attaching the gear housing to the hull at the attachment site, wherein the weakened region is adapted to yield such that the fracturable member fractures. An aquatic vessel includes such a gear housing or such a breakaway safety system.
B63H 5/125 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers movably mounted with respect to hull, e.g. adjustable in direction
B63H 20/08 - Means enabling movement of the position of the propulsion element, e.g. for trim, tilt or steeringControl of trim or tilt
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Steering control system for a vessel and method for operating such a steering control system
Steering control system for a vessel including set of propulsion units including at least two propulsion units pivotally arranged in relation to the hull of the vessel for generating a driving thrust of the vessel in a desired direction, the control system including a steering control instrument for generating input signals for control of a desired route of the vessel a control unit complex controlling the angular position of the propulsion units, the control unit complex being arranged for receiving input signals from the steering control instrument, which input signals represents a general direction of movement of the vessel and thus a general desired angular position of each propulsion unit the control unit complex furthermore containing a feed forward pivot angle correction control block for each propulsion unit, which feed forward pivot angle correction blocks are arranged to generate desired angular positions of the propulsion units by adding a correction value to the general desired angular position of the propulsion units, the correction value including compensation for toe in setting of the propulsion units and/or Ackerman position setting of the propulsion units, and method for operating such a steering control system.
B63H 25/42 - Steering or dynamic anchoring by propulsive elementsSteering or dynamic anchoring by propellers used therefor onlySteering or dynamic anchoring by rudders carrying propellers
A method in a corrosion protection system for protecting a first and a second metal part of a marine construction is provided. The method includes controlling electrical currents through electrical circuits, including respective anodes, the respective metal parts and an electrolyte, at least partly based on measured electrical potentials of the respective metal parts with an reference electrode as a ground reference. The method further includes repetitively performing the steps of controlling the electrical currents so as to be reduced or eliminated, measuring the electrical potentials while the electrical currents are maintained reduced or eliminated, and, after measuring the first and second electrical potentials, controlling the electrical currents so as to be increased or reestablished.
There is provided a breakaway safety system for a vessel. The vessel includes: (a) a hull; (b) one or more engine arrangements supported by the hull; and (c) one or more propeller extensions mounted to the hull and coupled to receive motive power from the one or more engine arrangements in operation. The safety system includes: one or more sensors mounted to the vessel for measuring operating parameters of the vessel and generating one or more corresponding input signals; a control unit for receiving the one or more corresponding input signals, and for processing the one or more input signals to generate at least one control output; one or more fracturable regions for mounting the one or more propeller extensions to the at least one hull; and one or more fracturing devices operable to fracture the one or more fracturable regions for jettisoning associated one or more propeller extensions in an event that the control unit detects a potentially hazardous impact event and activates its at least one control output accordingly.
B63H 5/125 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers movably mounted with respect to hull, e.g. adjustable in direction
B63H 20/08 - Means enabling movement of the position of the propulsion element, e.g. for trim, tilt or steeringControl of trim or tilt
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A METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING THE EXHAUST GASES FROM AN ENGINE
A method for controlling the exit of exhaust gases from an engine which is used to power an underwater propeller drive arranged at the hull bottom (105) of a boat. The method comprises letting the exhaust gases flow from the engine through an exhaust channel (110) and exit through a first underwater exhaust outlet (115) in the underwater propeller drive. According to the method, if the engine is running and the transmission of the propeller drive is in neutral position, a second underwater exhaust outlet (220; 50, 60) is opened for letting exhaust gases in said exhaust channel exit (110) in a position closer to the hull bottom (105) of the boat than the first underwater exhaust outlet (115).
A mounting arrangement is provided for mounting a boat drive to a boat hull and includes a mounting collar including a first plate having a first opening therein and a first wall extending from a top surface of the first plate around the first opening and defining a first cylinder. The mounting arrangement also includes a clamping collar including a second plate having a second opening therein and a second wall extending from a top surface of the second plate around the second opening and defining a second cylinder, an external shape of at least a top end of the first cylinder substantially matching an internal shape of at least a bottom end of the second cylinder. The first wall of the mounting collar has a first alignment member and the second wall of the clamping collar has a second alignment member, the first alignment member and the second alignment member being positioned so that, when the first plate is mounted against an exterior of the boat hull and the second plate is mounted against an interior of the boat hull with the first cylinder received in the second cylinder, the first alignment member and the second alignment member align when the boat hull is at least a predetermined thickness.
The invention involves a method for corrosion protection in a marine construction (1), such as a marine surface vessel or a marine structure, the marine construction (1) comprising at least one metal element (M, A, R, M1) and a sacrificial anode (P adapted to be at least partly immerged in an electrolyte (W) in the form of water, i which the marine construction (1) is at least partly immerged, the at least one met element (M, A, R, M1) comprising a metal part (M), the sacrificial anode (P) being provided for corrosion protection of the metal part (M). The method comprises connecting at least one of the at least one metal element (M, A, R, M1) and the sacrificial anode (P) to a DC electrical power outlet (52) so as to allow an electric de-passivation current through an electrical circuit comprising the sacrificial anode (P), the metal element (M5 A, R, M1) and the electrolyte (W).
C23F 13/02 - Inhibiting corrosion of metals by anodic or cathodic protection cathodicSelection of conditions, parameters or procedures for cathodic protection, e.g. of electrical conditions
C23F 13/04 - Controlling or regulating desired parameters
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AN AUXILIARY DEVICE, A MARINE SURFACE VESSEL, AND A METHOD FOR CORROSION PROTECTION IN A MARINE CONSTRUCTION
The invention involves a method for corrosion protection in a marine construction (1) comprising a plurality of metal elements (M, A, P, M1) and at least one reference electrode (R1, R2, R3) being at least partly immerged in water, the metal elements (M, A, P, M1) comprising an anode (A, P) and a metal part (M), the anode (A, P) being provided for corrosion protection of the metal part (M), the method comprising measuring an electric potential (VRM1, VRM2, VRM3) of the metal part (M) with the reference electrode (R1, R2, R3) as a ground reference. At least one of the metal elements (M, A, P, M1) and at least one of the at least one reference electrode (R1, R2, R3) are connected to a DC electrical power outlet (52) so as to allow an electrical regeneration current (IRM) through an electrical circuit comprising the at least one of the metal elements (M, A, P, M1), the at least one of the at least one reference electrode (R1, R2, R3) and the electrolyte (W), so as for the reference electrode (R1, R2, R3) to be anodized.
C23F 13/02 - Inhibiting corrosion of metals by anodic or cathodic protection cathodicSelection of conditions, parameters or procedures for cathodic protection, e.g. of electrical conditions
C23F 13/04 - Controlling or regulating desired parameters
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GEAR HOUSING FOR AN AQUATIC VESSEL, BREAKAWAY SAFETY SYSTEM FOR AN AQUATIC VESSEL AND AQUATIC VESSEL
The invention relates to a gear housing (10) for an aquatic vessel (1), said gear housing (10) being adapted to be attached at an attachment site (28) to an underside of a hull (2) of said aquatic vessel (1). The gear housing (10) comprises at least one weakened region (18, 78) adapted to yield when said gear housing (10) is rotated at said attachment site (28) following an impact. The invention also relates to a breakaway safety system comprising a gear housing (10) according to any of claims 1-8, and a fracturable member (14) for attaching said gear housing (10) to said hull (2) at said attachment site (28), wherein said weakened region (18, 78) is adapted to yield such that the fracturable member (14) fractures. Finally, the invention relates to an aquatic vessel (1) comprising such a gear housing (10) or such a breakaway safety system.
There is elucidated a safety system for a marine vessel. The vessel includes two engines coupled to propellers for propelling the vessel through water. The vessel is provided with a digital anchor in communication with the two engines for maintaining the vessel substantially at a defined location when the anchor is activated. The safety system includes a sensor assembly coupled to a data processing assembly for sensing a region of said water at least partially surrounding the vessel for detecting one or more persons present in the region and for modifying operation of the digital anchor is response to the one or more persons being detected. The invention is of advantage in that the digital anchor is capable of responding to the one or more persons being present in the water and thereby reducing a risk of injury or loss of life when the digital anchor is employed.
There is provided a method of calibrating a measurement system for measuring a position (h) of a meniscus of a liquid fuel included within a marine fuel tank and therefrom generating a corresponding content signal indicative of a proportion of the tank filled with fuel. The method includes steps of: (a) from a first time instance when the tank is substantially empty, filling during a calibration phase the tank with the fuel at a substantially constant rate whilst simultaneously recording corresponding values (h(t)) of a meniscus position indicative signal generated by the measurement system; (b) at a second time instance after said first time instance, terminating filling of the tank with fuel when the position indicative signal corresponds to the tank being substantially filled with fuel; and (c) subsequently, after the calibration phase, applying signal processing to the position indicative signal to generate the content signal indicative of the proportion of the tank filled with fuel, the signal processing accounting for the tank during the calibration phase being filled at the substantially constant rate.
The invention involves a method in a corrosion protection system for protecting a first and a second metal part (Ml, M2) of a marine construction (1). The method comprises controlling electrical currents (II, 12) through electrical circuits, comprising respective anodes (Al, P2), the respective metal parts (Ml, M2) and an electrolyte (W), at least partly based on measured electrical potentials (VRMl, VRM2) of the respective metal parts (Ml, M2) with an reference electrode (R, Rl, R2) as a ground reference. The method further comprises repetitively performing the steps of controlling the electrical currents (II, 12) so as to be reduced or eliminated, measuring the electrical potentials (VRMl, VRM2) while said electrical currents (II, 12) are maintained reduced or eliminated, and, after measuring the first and second electrical potentials (VRMl, VRM2), controlling the electrical currents (II, 12) so as to be increased or reestablished.
C23F 13/02 - Inhibiting corrosion of metals by anodic or cathodic protection cathodicSelection of conditions, parameters or procedures for cathodic protection, e.g. of electrical conditions
C23F 13/04 - Controlling or regulating desired parameters
The invention involves a method in a corrosion protection system for protecting a metal part (M) of a marine construction (1), the system comprising an anode (A, P) and a reference electrode (R). The method comprises controlling, at least partly based on a measured electrical potential (VRM) of the metal part (M) with the reference electrode (R) as a ground reference, an electrical current (IAM, IPM) through an electrical circuit comprising the anode (A, P), the metal part (M) and the electrolyte (W). The method also comprises repetitively performing the steps of controlling said electrical current (IAM, IPM) so as to be reduced or eliminated, measuring the electrical potential (VRM) of the metal part (M) with the reference electrode (R) as a ground reference while said electrical current (IAM, IPM) is maintained reduced or eliminated, and, after measuring the electrical potential (VRM) of the metal part (M) with the reference electrode (R) as a ground reference, controlling said electrical current (IAM, IPM) so as to be increased or reestablished.
C23F 13/02 - Inhibiting corrosion of metals by anodic or cathodic protection cathodicSelection of conditions, parameters or procedures for cathodic protection, e.g. of electrical conditions
C23F 13/04 - Controlling or regulating desired parameters
There is provided a breakaway safety system for a vessel (10). The vessel (10) includes: (a) a hull (20); (b) one or more engine arrangements (30) supported by the hull 20); and (c) one or more propeller extensions (50) mounted to the hull (20) and coupled to receive motive power from the one or more engine arrangements (30) in operation. The safety system includes: one or more sensors mounted to the vessel (10) for measuring operating parameters of the vessel (10) and generating one or more corresponding input signals; a control unit (250) for receiving the one or more corresponding input signals, and to process the one or more input signals to generate at least one control output (Q, A); one or more fracturable regions (190) for mounting the one or more propeller extensions (50) to the at least one hull (20); and one or more fracturing devices (200, 300, 400, 500) operable to fracture the one or more fracturable regions (190) for jettisoning associated one or more propeller extensions (50) in an event that the control unit (250) detects a potentially hazardous impact event and activates its at least one control output (Q, A) accordingly.
B63B 43/18 - Improving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for preventing collisionImproving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for reducing collision damage
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Steering control system for a vessel, a vessel including such a steering control system and a method for controlling a steering system
Steering control system for a vessel including at least two propulsion units pivotally arranged in relation to the hull of the vessel for generating a driving thrust of the vessel in a desired direction, wherein each propulsion unit is moveable within a working volume defined for each propulsion unit and wherein the working volume for neighboring propulsion units of the at least two propulsion units have a common space, the control system including at least two separate control units each controlling an associated propulsion unit, and a steering control instrument for determining the desired angular position of the propulsion units, where each of the separate control units are arranged for receiving a first input signal from the steering control instrument for determining the desired angular position of its associated propulsion unit and second input signal(s) originating from the other separate control units, associated with neighboring propulsion units, which second input signal(s) indicating the status of the their associated propulsion units.
B63H 21/22 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the propulsion power units being controlled from exterior of engine room, e.g. from navigation bridgeArrangements of order telegraphs
70.
METHOD FOR DRAINING FLUIDS FROM A FLUID CONTAINING UNIT OF AN ENGINE, MACHINE OR DRIVE TRANSMISION, A DRAINING ADAPTER TO BE USED IN THE METHOD AN ENGINE, MACHINE OR DRIVE TRANSMISION WHICH IS ADOPTED TO BE DRAINED BY THE METHOD.
A method and a draining adapter for draining fluids, especially lubricant oils, from an engine or machine like a combustion engine and especially from a boat drive or another engine is disclosed, which is not accessible from underneath in order to open an outlet and let the fluid flow out. Furthermore, an accordingly adapted engine or machine is disclosed for applying the method and the draining adapter
B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
F16N 31/00 - Means for collecting, retaining, or draining-off lubricant in or on machines or apparatus
2) of the directions of thrusts as a function of the difference in power (ΔP) to assist the difference in power (ΔP) coupled to the propeller assemblies to enhance maneuverability of the vessel (200).
B60L 3/00 - Electric devices on electrically-propelled vehicles for safety purposesMonitoring operating variables, e.g. speed, deceleration or energy consumption
B63H 21/22 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the propulsion power units being controlled from exterior of engine room, e.g. from navigation bridgeArrangements of order telegraphs
A transom shield assembly adapted to be coupled to a transom of an inboard/outboard boat includes a transom shield, and a cover, attachable to the transom shield, for covering a trim pump. The transom shield assembly permits a trim pump to be hydraulically connected to a trim cylinder to form a tilt/trim assembly and, after hydraulically connecting the trim pump to the trim cylinder to form a tilt/trim assembly, permits the tilt/trim assembly to be installed on the inboard/outboard boat without hydraulically disconnecting the trim pump and the trim cylinder.
B63H 5/125 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers movably mounted with respect to hull, e.g. adjustable in direction
Enhanced watercraft performance is provided by combinations of one or more inboard swivel propulsion drives and hull tunnels. A tunnel at the hull centerline with specific features provides performance advantages for a center swivel propulsion drive. Use of front propeller based traction propulsion is particularly advantageous in the swivel drive systems and allows the use of tunnels with improved tunnel conformations. Advantages of the traction swivel drive arrangements include minimization of hull space with smaller engine room volume, greater propulsion efficiency and improved watercraft handling.
B63H 5/16 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers characterised by being mounted in recessesArrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers with stationary water-guiding elementsMeans to prevent fouling of the propeller, e.g. guards, cages or screens
There is elucidated a safety system for a marine vessel (10). The vessel (10) includes two engines (60) coupled to propellers (70) for propelling the vessel (10) through water (20). The vessel (10) is provided with a digital anchor (60, 70, 100, 110) in communication with the two engines (60) for maintaining the vessel (10) substantially at a defined location when the anchor (60, 70, 100, 110) is activated. The safety system includes a sensor assembly (200) coupled to a data processing assembly (110) for sensing a region of said water (20) at least partially surrounding the vessel (10) for detecting one or more persons (210) present in the region and for modifying operation of the digital anchor (60, 70, 100, 110) is response to the one or more persons (210) being detected. The invention is of advantage in that the digital anchor is capable of responding to the one or more persons being present in the water and thereby reducing a risk of injury or loss of life when the digital anchor is employed.
B63H 25/42 - Steering or dynamic anchoring by propulsive elementsSteering or dynamic anchoring by propellers used therefor onlySteering or dynamic anchoring by rudders carrying propellers
G05D 1/02 - Control of position or course in two dimensions
75.
STEERING CONTROL SYSTEM FOR A VESSEL AND METHOD FOR OPERATING SUCH A STEERING CONTROL SYSTEM
Steering control system (7) for a vessel (1) including set of propulsion units including at least two propulsion units (5,6) pivotally arranged in relation to the hull (2) of the vessel (1) for generating a driving thrust of said vessel (1) in a desired direction, said control system including a steering control instrument (10,11) for generating input signals for control of a desired route of the vessel a control unit complex (8,9) controlling the angular position of said propulsion units (5,6), said control unit complex being arranged for receiving input signals from said steering control instrument (10,11), which input signals represents a general direction of movement of the vessel and thus a general desired angular position of each propulsion unit said control unit complex furthermore containing a feed forward pivot angle correction control block for each propulsion unit, which feed forward pivot angle correction blocks are arranged to generate desired angular positions of the propulsion units by adding a correction value to the general desired angular position of the propulsion units, said correction value including compensation for toe in setting of said propulsion units and/or Ackerman position setting of said propulsion units, and method for operating such a steering control system.
Steering control system for a vessel including at least two propulsion units pivotally arranged in relation to the hull of the vessel for generating a driving thrust of said vessel in a desired direction, wherein each propulsion unit is moveable within a working volume defined for each propulsion unit and wherein the working volume for neighbouring propulsion units of said at least two propulsion units have a common space, said control system including at least two separate control units each controlling an associated propulsion unit, and a steering control instrument for determining the desired angular position of the propulsion units, where each of said separate control units are arranged for receiving a first input signal from said steering control instrument for determining the desired angular position of its associated propulsion unit and second input signal(s) originating from the other separate control units, associated with neighbouring propulsion units, which second input signal(s) indicating the status of the their associated propulsion units.
There is provided a method of measuring coupling ratios in a marine vessel (10) The vessel (10) comprises: (a) a source of mechanical power (100); (b) a coupling system (130) operatively coupled via a first input shaft (110) to said source of power (100) and operatively coupled via a second output shaft (140) to one or more propellers (160) of said vessel (10); and (c ) a controller (60) coupled to a user interface (70) and also to the coupling system (130) such that the user interface (70) is operable via the controller (60) to control a degree of power coupling occurring in operation through the coupling system (130). The first and second shafts (110, 140) are provided with first and second rotation rate sensors (500, 510) respectively coupled to said controller (60) for generating first and second rotation rate signals (520, 530) indicative in operation of rotation rates of said first and second shafts (110, 140) respectively. The method involves measuring a ratio of the first and second signals (520, 530) when the coupling system (139) is in a fully coupled state.
There is provided a method of calibrating a measurement system (60, 200, 210 400) for measuring a position (h) of a meniscus (120) of a liquid fuel (110) included within a marine fuel tank (100) and therefrom generating a corresponding content signal (410) indicative of a proportion of the tank (100) filled with fuel (110). The method includes steps of: (a) from a first time instance when the tank (100) is substantially empty (300), filling during a calibration phase the tank (100) with the fuel (110) at a substantially constant rate whilst simultaneously recording corresponding values (h(t)) of a meniscus position indicative signal (220) generated by the measurement system (200, 210, 400); (b) at a second time instance after said first time instance, terminating filling of the tank (100) with fuel (110) when the position indicative signal (220) corresponds to the tank (100) being substantially filled (310) with fuel (110); and (c) subsequently, after the calibration phase, applying signal processing (400) to the position indicative signal (220) to generate the content signal (410) indicative of the proportion of the tank (100) filled with fuel (110), the signal processing (400) accounting for the tank (100) during the calibration phase being filled at the substantially constant rate.
G01F 25/00 - Testing or calibration of apparatus for measuring volume, volume flow or liquid level or for metering by volume
G01F 23/00 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm
79.
Arrangement and method for controlling a propeller drive on a boat
An arrangement and a method for controlling a propeller drive on a boat including a propeller drive suspended in a housing that can rotate, a servo motor which is arranged to rotate said rotating housing, a control unit which is arranged to control the servo motor in response to an input signal from a control device, corresponding to a required position of the rotating housing.
B63H 21/22 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the propulsion power units being controlled from exterior of engine room, e.g. from navigation bridgeArrangements of order telegraphs
A propeller drive for boats features a transition cone between the gearbox housing and the propeller hub(s). The propeller hub (that is closest to the gearbox housing) is smaller in cross-sectional dimension than the gearbox housing. The dimension of the front end of the transition cone corresponds to the cross-sectional dimension of the gearbox housing, and the dimension of the rear end of the transition cone corresponds to the cross-section dimension of the (closest) propeller hub. The transition cone has a bulging shoulder between the front and rear ends, the largest peripheral cross-sectional dimension of which is greater than the cross-sectional dimension of the front of the transition cone.
A transom shield assembly adapted to be coupled to a transom of an inboard/outboard boat includes a transom shield, and a cover, attachable to the transom shield, for covering a trim pump. The transom shield assembly permits a trim pump to be hydraulically connected to a trim cylinder to form a tilt/trim assembly and, after hydraulically connecting the trim pump to the trim cylinder to form a tilt/trim assembly, permits the tilt/trim assembly to be installed on the inboard/outboard boat without hydraulically disconnecting the trim pump and the trim cylinder.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Marine engines; inboard/outboard drive units for marine
engines; parts to all aforementioned goods included in the
class. Propellers for marine use and parts thereto included in the
class.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
(1) Marine engines, inboard/outboard drive units for marine engines; parts to all aforementioned goods.
(2) Propellers for marine use and parts thereto.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Marine engines, inboard/outboard drive units and jet propulsion units for marine engines; parts including components for all the aforesaid goods. Propellers and impellers for marine use; trim tabs, steering and manoeuvring units for marine use; parts including components for all the aforesaid goods.
