Wind controlled self-steering mechanism

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1979-05-24

1980-09-02

Basinger, Sherman D.

Ships

Steering mechanism

Remote control steering excluding manual operation

46 93, B63H 2504

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042201071

ABSTRACT:
A self-steering mechanism for a sailboat is disclosed in which a chain connects the boom to a stabilizer, and transmits a force proportional to the resultant force of the velocity and angle of the wind caught by the mainsail. The stabilizer presses against a pressure sensing member linked to the boat's rudder, causing the rudder to rotate to set and maintain a tack for a particular wind velocity and angle. The steering mechanism automatically responds to changes in the wind by adjusting the rudder to keep the boat on its original course, or by setting a new tack.

REFERENCES:
patent: 1136476 (1915-04-01), Mace
patent: 1981908 (1934-11-01), Dugan
patent: 3765362 (1973-10-01), Gitchel

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