BAYARD K SAUNDERS
Engineers in Bethlehem, PA
License number
Pennsylvania PE017029E
Category
Engineers
Type
Professional Engineer
Address
Address
Bethlehem, PA 18017
Professional information
Centerboard Snubber
US Patent:
4387657, Jun 14, 1983
Filed:
Jul 27, 1981
Appl. No.:
6/287292
Inventors:
Bayard K. Saunders - Bethlehem PA
International Classification:
B63B 4100
US Classification:
114132
Abstract:
A centerboard snubber is disclosed for use in a sailboat equipped with a weighted centerboard or a swing keel in order to prevent the weighted centerboard or swing keel from retracting into its trunk under the force of gravity, the force of passing water, or such forces combined, during excessive heeling of the sailboat in either direction thereby retaining the stability and self righting capability of the sailboat provided by the extended weighted centerboard or the extended swing keel.