US4220110A
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Underwater propulsion unit
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-05-01
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Granted: 1980-09-02
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Expires: 1998-05-01
Abstract
Abstract A self-contained unit for underwater propulsion, for use with scuba tanks. The unit comprises an hydraulic motor which uses a special air compressor oil as an hydraulic fluid and uses the breathing medium to circulate the oil uniformly mixed therewith the mixture being powered by the breathing air supply itself and later separated, the air being then filtered for use as breathing medium by the diver.
Inventors
- 👤 James E. Roberson, Sr.
- 👤 James E. Roberson, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 07:34
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B35/00; A63B35/08; A63B35/12; A63B35/125; B; B63; B63C; B63C11/00; B63C11/02; B63C2011/028
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
114 words
A self-contained underwater propulsion unit for use in combination with a breathing medium supply means, comprising (a) a housing comprising a pressure vessel and having inlet and outlet ends; (b) means for mounting said housing for use by a diver; (c) propulsion means comprising an hydraulic motor means having a drive shaft with a propeller thereon; (d) means for supplying and removing approved breathing air compressor oil for said hydraulic motor; (e) means for controlling breathing medium to said hydraulic motor means, wherein said breathing medium is used to circulate said compressor oil; (f) filter means adjacent the outlet end of said housing; and (g) means for regulating the pressure of said breathing medium.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
114 words
A self-contained underwater propulsion unit for use in combination with a breathing medium supply means, comprising (a) a housing comprising a pressure vessel and having inlet and outlet ends; (b) means for mounting said housing for use by a diver; (c) propulsion means comprising an hydraulic motor means having a drive shaft with a propeller thereon; (d) means for supplying and removing approved breathing air compressor oil for said hydraulic motor; (e) means for controlling breathing medium to said hydraulic motor means, wherein said breathing medium is used to circulate said compressor oil; (f) filter means adjacent the outlet end of said housing; and (g) means for regulating the pressure of said breathing medium.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
A propulsion unit according to claim 1, wherein said housing is mounted on equipment controlled by the diver.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
A propulsion unit according to claim 1, including sealing means for obstructing the escape of breathing medium from said housing.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
18 words
A propulsion unit according to claim 1, including second filter means adjacent the input to said motor means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
12 words
A propulsion unit according to claim 1, including a plurality of motors.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
A propulsion unit according to claim 1, wherein said pressure regulating means is adapted for supplying multiple outputs at first and second pressures.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
22 words
A propulsion unit according to claim 1, wherein said pressure regulating means is adapted for supplying output to a diver for breathing.
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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) | 1983-09-02 | 1984-03-03 | 1984-09-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-09-02 | 1988-03-03 | 1988-09-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-09-02 | 1992-03-03 | 1992-09-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |