Amphibious vehicles with retractable wheels

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2008-01-29

2008-01-29

Olson, Lars A. (Department: 3617)

Marine propulsion

Self-propelled vehicle having land and water propulsion means

Having separated propulsion means for land and water

C440S012500

Reexamination Certificate

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07322864

ABSTRACT:
Amphibious vehicle having road wheels which are retractable to allow planing. Each wheel suspension is protractable through a gap in the planing surface of the hull. To reduce hydrodynamic drag and improve marine handling, covers are provided which cover such gaps when the wheels are retracted. These covers may be hinged parallel to a longitudinal, or to a transverse, axis of the vehicle or may be otherwise connected to the hull.

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