US4350113A
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Motorized floatboard
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-07-31
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Granted: 1982-09-21
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Expires: 2000-07-31
Abstract
Abstract A motorized floatboard is disclosed, comprising: a hull having a plurality of watertight compartments, a power unit located aft, a steering device, also located aft, and adapted to be operated by the feet of a prone rider, an inclined chest plate, rearwardly-inclined leg plates. A throttle lever with an automatic cut-off switch is mounted on the deck. In case the rider wants to operate the floatboard in a standing position, an elongated pivotable handle is provided and the craft is then steered by shifting body weight.
Inventors
- 👤 Roland Moreau
- 👤 Robert Potvin
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 09:38
CPC Classifications
F; F02; F02B; F02B61/00; F02B61/04; F02B61/045; B; B63; B63B; B63B32/00; B63B32/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
219 words
A motorized floatboard comprising a generally flat and at least partially hollow hull tapering at its front end, said hull having a deck long enough to support a rider in prone condition, at least two watertight compartments separated by a bulkhead, a fuel-operated and self-starting power unit located centrally and at the rear portion of said hull and having a propelling leg extending downwardly into the water, a rudder located aft of said power unit, a steering means located at the rear portion of said hull astride of said power unit to operate said rudder by the feet of a prone rider, an electrical power source for said power unit and located in said hull, a fuel reservoir also located in said hull, and spaced-apart handle grips and control means for said power unit mounted on said deck at the front portion of said hull and accessible to the hands of a prone rider, and wherein said power unit is protected by a cowl and said steering means consists of a pair of longitudinally-slidable ladder members, one on each side of said power unit, each said ladder member being linked to said rudder, whereby the floatboard may be steered by a prone rider by simple push or pull action on said ladder members by the feet of said rider.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
219 words
A motorized floatboard comprising a generally flat and at least partially hollow hull tapering at its front end, said hull having a deck long enough to support a rider in prone condition, at least two watertight compartments separated by a bulkhead, a fuel-operated and self-starting power unit located centrally and at the rear portion of said hull and having a propelling leg extending downwardly into the water, a rudder located aft of said power unit, a steering means located at the rear portion of said hull astride of said power unit to operate said rudder by the feet of a prone rider, an electrical power source for said power unit and located in said hull, a fuel reservoir also located in said hull, and spaced-apart handle grips and control means for said power unit mounted on said deck at the front portion of said hull and accessible to the hands of a prone rider, and wherein said power unit is protected by a cowl and said steering means consists of a pair of longitudinally-slidable ladder members, one on each side of said power unit, each said ladder member being linked to said rudder, whereby the floatboard may be steered by a prone rider by simple push or pull action on said ladder members by the feet of said rider.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
A motorized floatboard as defined in claim 1, further including a pair of adjustably-positionable upwardly- and rearwardly-inclined leg plates, one on each side of said power unit.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
A motorized floatboard as defined in claim 1, wherein said deck is further provided with an upwardly forwardly inclined chest plate which is adjustably positioned.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
44 words
A motorized floatboard as defined in claim 3, wherein said deck is further provided with a longitudinally pivoted elongated handle having a finger-operated throttle whereby the floatboard may be ridden in a standing position, and a pair of foot cushions straddling said chest plate.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
42 words
A motorized floatboard as defined in claim 1 or 4 further including a pair of upwardly rearwardly inclined leg plates, one on each side of said power unit, adapted to advantageously position the feet of a prone rider in said steering means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
A motorized floatboard as defined in claim 1, wherein said control means include an ignition switch, a starter switch and a throttle lever.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
26 words
A motorized floatboard as defined in claim 1, wherein the bottom surface of said hull is provided with a short keel along most of its length.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1985-09-20 | 1986-03-22 | 1986-09-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1989-09-20 | 1990-03-22 | 1990-09-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1993-09-20 | 1994-03-22 | 1994-09-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |