Marine propulsion – Operator powered drive for propelling means – Rotary cranking arm
Patent
1992-03-12
1993-02-02
Peters, Jr., Joseph F.
Marine propulsion
Operator powered drive for propelling means
Rotary cranking arm
440 29, 114345, 114346, B63B 3572
Patent
active
051834227
ABSTRACT:
A pedal boat for recreational use includes an inflatable ring on top of which is mounted a platform structure carrying a seat, pedals and a steering mechanism. The pedals drive a shaft mounted diametrically of the ring and carrying paddles. The steering action is effected by clutching the left or right paddles on the drive shaft.
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Ade Stanley G.
Avila Stephen P.
Battison Adrian D.
Peters Jr. Joseph F.
Thrift Murray E.
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