Motor vehicles – Surface effect vehicles – Having propulsion or control means
Reexamination Certificate
2008-07-01
2011-11-08
Boehler, Anne Marie (Department: 3611)
Motor vehicles
Surface effect vehicles
Having propulsion or control means
C180S274000, C180S311000, C180S271000, C180S116000, C280S782000, C280S798000, C296S187050, C296S187060, C293S107000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08051935
ABSTRACT:
An air-cushioned vehicle or hovercraft includes a three-dimensional frame comprising a latticework of tubular members. A pressure plate is coupled to the underside of the frame and includes at least one aperture therein and a skirt attached adjacent a periphery thereof. At least one lifting fan is positioned relative to the at least one aperture to generate a current of air therethrough. The frame may be configured to generate a visual indication of damage thereto. Methods of making and air-cushion vehicle are disclosed. Methods of using an air-cushion vehicle are also disclosed.
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Boehler Anne Marie
Stabley Michael
TraskBritt
Weber State University
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