Cockpit of a boat with fresh air vents

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1996-03-08

1998-01-20

Basinger, Sherman

Ships

Ventilation

454 78, B63B 1904

Patent

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057091633

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides a naturally vented cockpit of a boat. To achieve this natural ventilation, the invention utilizes the high pressure zone formed when air flows over surfaces of a boat and is forced to change flow direction, when the boat is in forward motion. One of these zones is located in the vicinity of the base of the windshield and the foredeck of the boat. An air scoop is located in this vicinity to funnel air into an air passage that extends beneath the windshield and into the cockpit. The terminal end of the air passage is preferably located near the base of the inside surface of the windshield to direct air onto the windshield, thereby minimizing the risk of fogging and condensation on its surface. Moreover, the fresh air entering from the air scoops can be used to maintain a slightly positive pressure in a cockpit that is under full canvas. As a result, the concentration of combustion of gases in the cockpit is reduced, providing a healthier environment for the occupants.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3290706 (1966-12-01), Hale
patent: 4293759 (1981-10-01), Higgins
patent: 4881484 (1989-11-01), Cavanaugh
patent: 4970946 (1990-11-01), Ivey

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