US3933112A
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Road boat
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-11-21
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Granted: 1976-01-20
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Expires: 1993-11-21
Abstract
Abstract A conversion kit designed to convert a standard land bus vehicle into an amphibious vehicle capable of propulsion on water including a removable roof-boat, a sealing subsection to waterproof the underside of the vehicle, attachments for waterproofing the front, rear and sides of the vehicle and a water jet power means adaptable to operate through the converted vehicle's power train to propel the vehicle on water.
Inventors
- 👤 Sidney Edwin Veazey
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 12:19
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60F; B60F3/00; B60F3/003; B60F3/0038
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
151 words
A vehicle adapted for use on dry land or in water comprising a van type vehicle comprising a body; drive means; sealing means attached to the lower sections of said body forming a bow and stern structure and maintaining said vehicle watertight; flotation means attached to said body and a roof structure including a boat which conforms to the upper section of said body providing a seal therebetween, said roof structure further including means for securing said boat to the body of said vehicle and dismounting means for removal of said boat from said vehicle wherein said dismounting means includes a ball and socket respectively attached to said boat and said vehicle; a threaded bolt attached to said ball; a threaded cylinder adapted to receive said threaded bolt, said threaded cylinder including a nut at its closed end, actuation of which lowers and raises said threaded bolt and ball attached thereto.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
151 words
A vehicle adapted for use on dry land or in water comprising a van type vehicle comprising a body; drive means; sealing means attached to the lower sections of said body forming a bow and stern structure and maintaining said vehicle watertight; flotation means attached to said body and a roof structure including a boat which conforms to the upper section of said body providing a seal therebetween, said roof structure further including means for securing said boat to the body of said vehicle and dismounting means for removal of said boat from said vehicle wherein said dismounting means includes a ball and socket respectively attached to said boat and said vehicle; a threaded bolt attached to said ball; a threaded cylinder adapted to receive said threaded bolt, said threaded cylinder including a nut at its closed end, actuation of which lowers and raises said threaded bolt and ball attached thereto.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-01-19 | 1979-07-21 | 1980-01-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-01-19 | 1983-07-21 | 1984-01-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-01-19 | 1987-07-21 | 1988-01-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |