Multipurpose control mechanism for a marine vessel

Details Multipurpose control mechanism for a marine vessel Multipurpose control mechanism for a marine vessel

2006-03-21

2006-03-21

Sotelo, Jesus D. (Department: 3617)

Marine propulsion

Engine, motor, or transmission control means

For engine speed

C074S216300

Reissue Patent

active

RE039032

ABSTRACT:
A multipurpose control mechanism allows the operator of a marine vessel to use the mechanism as both a standard throttle and gear selection device and, alternatively, as a multi-axes joystick command device. The control mechanism comprises a base portion and a lever that is movable relative to the base portion along with a distal member that is attached to the lever for rotation about a central axis of the lever. A primary control signal is provided by the multipurpose control mechanism when the marine vessel is operated in a first mode in which the control signal provides information relating to engine speed and gear selection. The mechanism can also operate in a second or docking mode and provide first, second, and third secondary control signals relating to desired maneuvers of the marine vessel.

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