Marine propulsion – Self-propelled vehicle having land and water propulsion means – Having separated propulsion means for land and water
Patent
1998-06-30
2000-10-03
Sotelo, Jesus D.
Marine propulsion
Self-propelled vehicle having land and water propulsion means
Having separated propulsion means for land and water
114344, B63H 21175
Patent
active
RE0369012
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for retracting axle-driven wheels onboard an amphibious vehicle provides a retracting process by which the wheels of the vehicle may be moved from a land-support position, to a water-borne position wherein the wheels are substantially above the waterline of the vehicle when afloat. The wheels are axle-driven, with pivotable connections allowing the axles to guide the retracting process; steering connections are pivotably able to follow the process, and steering motion is self-cancelling in the retracted mode. Suitable compartments enclose and support the apparatus in all positions, and seals are provided at the axles to prevent water entering the vehicle interior. A variety of devices may be employed to actuate the apparatus, and also to provide suspension to the vehicle on land.
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Roycroft Marie A.
Roycroft Terence J.
Gibbs Motor Company Ltd.
Sotelo Jesus D.
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