Watercraft having a kite-like element

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2011-07-05

2011-07-05

Olson, Lars A (Department: 3617)

Ships

Sail or control means therefor

Including means to orient sail

C114S039210

Reexamination Certificate

active

07971545

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a water craft comprising a kite element, which is connected to the water craft by a traction cable. The water craft is characterized in that the kite element is equipped with adjusting devices and an energy generation unit, which delivers energy when the tractive force that is exerted on the traction cable is modified.

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