Module for connecting a mast to a board
AssigneeFliteboard Pty Ltd
InventorDavid Trewern
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Abstract
Disclosed is a module configured for removable attachment to a board and attached to an end of a mast, where the mast supports a hydrofoil and a motor to drive the board. The module includes a connector for connecting to a power source, internal control circuitry, and a thermal bridge to thermally connect the control circuitry to the mast. The module comprises a watertight cavity in which the internal control circuitry is contained.
Claims16
A module configured for removable attachment to a board and attached to an end of a mast, the mast supporting a hydrofoil and a motor to drive the board, the module comprising:
- a housing comprising internal control circuitry;
- a connector for connecting the internal control circuitry to a power source located in the board;
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- a thermal bridge to thermally connect the control circuitry to the mast and to transfer heat generated by the internal control circuitry to the mast for dissipation thereof.
The module according to 10, wherein the fittings include lateral flanges with apertures to receive fasteners that fix the module to the board.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.