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OwnerRobert D. Christensen, Martin Johnson +2inventors
InventorsRobert D. Christensen, Martin Johnson, Eric Nofsinger, K. Ryan Christensen
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A thruster system for improved steering and maneuverability of a marine vessel when operating at relatively low, or wakeless speeds, such as in the vicinity of docks, swimmers or other obstacles, or when trailering, beaching or mooring. The thruster system has a modularized design adapted to independently control separate motor/propeller units located at various positions on the vessel's hull. Each propeller of the modular thruster motor system has its own relatively small, electric motor and mounting bracket, permitting each motor to be separately mounted to a location on the hull of the marine vessel apart from other thruster motors. The thruster system is further enhanced by an electrical control system for controlling each modular thruster motor system of the thruster system. The electrical control system includes a control mechanism integrated with the steering wheel and/or throttle of the marine vessel and operates independently of the main propulsion and steering systems of the marine vessel.
A thruster system independently operable from a main propulsion and steering system of a marine vessel for providing improved maneuverability of the marine vessel, comprising:
A thruster system independently operable from a main propulsion and steering system of a marine vessel for providing improved maneuverability of the marine vessel, comprising:
A thruster system independently operable from a main propulsion and steering system of a marine vessel for providing improved maneuverability of the marine vessel, comprising:
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