Marine propulsion – Operator powered drive for propelling means – Rotary cranking arm
Patent
1993-01-14
1994-05-31
Mitchell, David M.
Marine propulsion
Operator powered drive for propelling means
Rotary cranking arm
440031, 440021, 114144R, B60F 300
Patent
active
053165080
ABSTRACT:
A human-propelled water bicycle suitable for training or recreative purposes. The water bicycle has two steerable front pontoons and two rear pontoons fixed to a main frame substantially similar to a convention bicycle frame. Handlebars are provided to turn the steerable front pontoons and therefore allowing the water bicycle to be steered. The water bicycle has a pedal mechanism and a bicycle-type transmission powering a propeller located at the rear of the water bicycle.
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Avila Stephen P.
Bednarek Michael D.
Mitchell David M.
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