Wind direction indicator

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1996-10-22

1998-09-22

Oen, William L.

Measuring and testing

Fluid flow direction

Using a fluid actuated alignment device

116265, G01W 100, G01P 500

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058116737

ABSTRACT:
A wind direction indicator is disclosed having a rotatable wind vane 1 and a support 10 for connection to the mast of a yacht. The vane 1 is connected to the support 10 by means of a gimbal mechanism 6-9 and a stabilizing weight 4 is connected to the gimbal mechanism diametrically opposite the vane 1.

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