Ships – Hull or hull adjunct employing fluid dynamic forces to... – Having hydrofoil
Patent
1993-11-03
1996-04-23
Swinehart, Edwin L.
Ships
Hull or hull adjunct employing fluid dynamic forces to...
Having hydrofoil
180 72, B63H 126
Patent
active
055093701
ABSTRACT:
A lightweight vehicle which is operational on water, mud, marshy areas and other ground surfaces which includes a raised main frame upon which controls are provided for independently rotating at least one pair of drive drums which are mounted on opposite sides of the main frame. The drive drums are of a hollow cylindrical configuration and of a size to provide sufficient buoyancy to allow the vehicle to float on water. Each drive drum is provided with a spiral flute for developing propulsion and is driven by one or more hydraulic motors mounted axially with respect to the drum. Cutter bars are mounted to the frame and extend toward the ends of the drums to prevent debris interference with the drive shafts or bearings on which the drums are mounted.
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Kovacs Endro
Kovacs Mihaly
Kovacs Peter
Kempco, Inc.
Swinehart Edwin L.
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