CA2566111A1 - Sailable multi-hull vessel - Google Patents
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Abstract
A multi-hull sailing vessel comprising a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration at least two amas connected to the main hull and at least one sail mounted to the main hull.
Description
SAILABLE MULTI-HULL VESSEL
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to sailing vessels, and more particularly, to sailable multi-hull vessels.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Sailing vessels of various designs have been widely utilized in the context of pleasure craft, in the context of the shipping of goods over a distance and as working and fishing vessels, the particular design of the vessel being directed toward the vessel's intended usage. By way of example, in the context of shipping bulky or heavy goods over a long distance, a single hull vessel design may be selected to maximize contiguous onboard storage space within the hull, and which hull may have a ballast keel extending below the hull for stability. The designs of this type of vessel require a compromise between the maximization of onboard storage space within the hull, and the minimization of the friction as the vessel passes through the water.
Furthermore, these vessels may be susceptible to significant pitch and roll, particularly in strong winds and stormy seas where wind and waves combine to significantly impact the vessel's operation and stability.
In the context of fishing, working and pleasure vessels, it is desirable to have a stable vessel with a wide hull for storage, equipment and living/passenger space, and which is fast, comfortable and fuel-efficient. Such a vessel could be readily adapted for use by the military, Coast Guard, oil spill recovery, police and ferry operators.
Accordingly, there is a need for a safe, stable, multi-hull, shallow draft, comfortable vessel with a wide hull for passenger and storage space, with fast, fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly characteristics. In this regard, the present invention substantially fulfills this need.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved sailable multi-hull vessel with a wide hull for storage, equipment and living/passenger space, and which is fast, comfortable and fuel-efficient.
Page 1 of 13 According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a multi-hull sailing vessel comprising a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration, at least two amas connected to the main hull, and at least one sail mounted to the main hull.
According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a multi-hull sailing vessel comprising a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration, at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull, at least one engine mounted to one of the at least two amas hulls, and at least one sail mounted to the main hull.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a multi-hull sailing vessel comprising a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration, at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull, at least one engine mounted to one of the at least two amas hulls, at least one mast mounted to the main hull and at least one sail mounted to the at least one mast.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a multi-hull sailing vessel comprising a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration, at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull, at least one engine mounted to one of the at least amas hulls, at least one mast mounted to the main hull, wherein, when the vessel is in a sailing mode, the at least one mast is mounted to the main hull in a substantially vertical orientation, a boom is connected to the at least one mast, the boom being connected in substantially perpendicular relationship to the at least one mast; and at least one sail mounted to the at least one mast, wherein the at least one mast is selectively rotatable about an axis and movable from the substantially vertical orientation, when the vessel is in the sailing mode, to a substantially horizontal orientation, when the at least one sail is not in use and is to be stored.
The advantage of the present invention is that it provides an improved sailable multi-hull vessel with a wide hull for storage, equipment and living/passenger space, and which is fast, comfortable and fuel-efficient.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
A preferred embodiment of the present invention is described below with reference to the Page 2 of 13 accompanying drawings, in which:
Figure 1 is a side view of an embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 1 A is a side view of an alternative embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 2 is a top view of the upper deck of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 3 is a top view of the lower deck of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 3A is a cutaway view of the lower deck of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 4 is a three quarters side view, partly in ghost, of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 4A is a three quarters side view, partly in ghost, of an alternative embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 5 is an enlarged three-quarter angle view of a portion of the vessel of one embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 5A is a three quarters side view, partly in ghost, of an alternative embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 6 is a view from below the vessel of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 6A is a view from below the vessel of an alternative embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Page 3 of 13 Figure 6B is a view from below the vessel of a further alternative embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 7 is a perspective view from below the vessel of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention, illustrating an embodiment of a propeller and rudder arrangement.
Figure 8 is a perspective view from one side of the vessel of one embodiment of the present invention, showing the sails in the unfurled position.
Figure 9 is a perspective view from one side of the vessel of one embodiment of the present invention, showing the sails in the unfurled position.
Figure l0A is a side view of one embodiment of an amas of the present invention;
Figure l OB is a partial cross-sectional view of an amas of one embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 11 is a view of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention with the amas removed;
Figure 12 is a partial cutaway view of one embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 13 is a partial cutaway view of an amas of one embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 14 is a cross-sectional view of an amas of one embodiment of the present invention, the section being taken at the machinery bulkhead.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
Referring to Figures 1, 4, 6, and 12 in a preferred embodiment, the vessel of the present invention has a main hull 2 and a pair of amas hulls 4, the main hull 2, in the preferred embodiment, being of a generally Cape Island trawler design of a length of approximately 60 feet and which has been Page 4 of 13 widened to a width of approximately 30 feet, it being understood that in alternative embodiments of the present invention, a variety of different main hull designs may be utilized, as would be understood by a person skilled in the art.
In the preferred embodiment, the amas hulls 4 are closely integrated with the main hull, as illustrated in Figure 1, Figure 4, Figure 5, Figure 6 and Figure 6A, or alternatively, may support the main hull by means of one or more struts 6, such as illustrated in Figure 1A, Figure 3A, Figure 4A, Figure 5A, Figure 6B, Figure 7, Figure 8, and Figure 9, as more fully described herein.
In the preferred embodiment, the outer surface of the main hul12 is made of fiberglass, it being understood that other materials such as carbon fiber, wood, or metal or other construction materials may alternatively be utilized in the construction of the main hull
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to sailing vessels, and more particularly, to sailable multi-hull vessels.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Sailing vessels of various designs have been widely utilized in the context of pleasure craft, in the context of the shipping of goods over a distance and as working and fishing vessels, the particular design of the vessel being directed toward the vessel's intended usage. By way of example, in the context of shipping bulky or heavy goods over a long distance, a single hull vessel design may be selected to maximize contiguous onboard storage space within the hull, and which hull may have a ballast keel extending below the hull for stability. The designs of this type of vessel require a compromise between the maximization of onboard storage space within the hull, and the minimization of the friction as the vessel passes through the water.
Furthermore, these vessels may be susceptible to significant pitch and roll, particularly in strong winds and stormy seas where wind and waves combine to significantly impact the vessel's operation and stability.
In the context of fishing, working and pleasure vessels, it is desirable to have a stable vessel with a wide hull for storage, equipment and living/passenger space, and which is fast, comfortable and fuel-efficient. Such a vessel could be readily adapted for use by the military, Coast Guard, oil spill recovery, police and ferry operators.
Accordingly, there is a need for a safe, stable, multi-hull, shallow draft, comfortable vessel with a wide hull for passenger and storage space, with fast, fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly characteristics. In this regard, the present invention substantially fulfills this need.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved sailable multi-hull vessel with a wide hull for storage, equipment and living/passenger space, and which is fast, comfortable and fuel-efficient.
Page 1 of 13 According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a multi-hull sailing vessel comprising a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration, at least two amas connected to the main hull, and at least one sail mounted to the main hull.
According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a multi-hull sailing vessel comprising a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration, at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull, at least one engine mounted to one of the at least two amas hulls, and at least one sail mounted to the main hull.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a multi-hull sailing vessel comprising a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration, at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull, at least one engine mounted to one of the at least two amas hulls, at least one mast mounted to the main hull and at least one sail mounted to the at least one mast.
According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a multi-hull sailing vessel comprising a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration, at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull, at least one engine mounted to one of the at least amas hulls, at least one mast mounted to the main hull, wherein, when the vessel is in a sailing mode, the at least one mast is mounted to the main hull in a substantially vertical orientation, a boom is connected to the at least one mast, the boom being connected in substantially perpendicular relationship to the at least one mast; and at least one sail mounted to the at least one mast, wherein the at least one mast is selectively rotatable about an axis and movable from the substantially vertical orientation, when the vessel is in the sailing mode, to a substantially horizontal orientation, when the at least one sail is not in use and is to be stored.
The advantage of the present invention is that it provides an improved sailable multi-hull vessel with a wide hull for storage, equipment and living/passenger space, and which is fast, comfortable and fuel-efficient.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
A preferred embodiment of the present invention is described below with reference to the Page 2 of 13 accompanying drawings, in which:
Figure 1 is a side view of an embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 1 A is a side view of an alternative embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 2 is a top view of the upper deck of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 3 is a top view of the lower deck of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 3A is a cutaway view of the lower deck of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 4 is a three quarters side view, partly in ghost, of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 4A is a three quarters side view, partly in ghost, of an alternative embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 5 is an enlarged three-quarter angle view of a portion of the vessel of one embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 5A is a three quarters side view, partly in ghost, of an alternative embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 6 is a view from below the vessel of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 6A is a view from below the vessel of an alternative embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Page 3 of 13 Figure 6B is a view from below the vessel of a further alternative embodiment of the vessel of the present invention;
Figure 7 is a perspective view from below the vessel of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention, illustrating an embodiment of a propeller and rudder arrangement.
Figure 8 is a perspective view from one side of the vessel of one embodiment of the present invention, showing the sails in the unfurled position.
Figure 9 is a perspective view from one side of the vessel of one embodiment of the present invention, showing the sails in the unfurled position.
Figure l0A is a side view of one embodiment of an amas of the present invention;
Figure l OB is a partial cross-sectional view of an amas of one embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 11 is a view of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention with the amas removed;
Figure 12 is a partial cutaway view of one embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 13 is a partial cutaway view of an amas of one embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 14 is a cross-sectional view of an amas of one embodiment of the present invention, the section being taken at the machinery bulkhead.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
Referring to Figures 1, 4, 6, and 12 in a preferred embodiment, the vessel of the present invention has a main hull 2 and a pair of amas hulls 4, the main hull 2, in the preferred embodiment, being of a generally Cape Island trawler design of a length of approximately 60 feet and which has been Page 4 of 13 widened to a width of approximately 30 feet, it being understood that in alternative embodiments of the present invention, a variety of different main hull designs may be utilized, as would be understood by a person skilled in the art.
In the preferred embodiment, the amas hulls 4 are closely integrated with the main hull, as illustrated in Figure 1, Figure 4, Figure 5, Figure 6 and Figure 6A, or alternatively, may support the main hull by means of one or more struts 6, such as illustrated in Figure 1A, Figure 3A, Figure 4A, Figure 5A, Figure 6B, Figure 7, Figure 8, and Figure 9, as more fully described herein.
In the preferred embodiment, the outer surface of the main hul12 is made of fiberglass, it being understood that other materials such as carbon fiber, wood, or metal or other construction materials may alternatively be utilized in the construction of the main hull
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In normal operation, the amas hulls 4 are generally partially submerged in water 14, as seen in Figures 1 and 1 A, so that the buoyancy of each amas hull 4 provides an upward force on the main hull 2. In calm seas, the main hul12 is completely or very nearly completely suspended out of the water by the pair of amas hulls 4, while in moderate or heavy seas, the main hull 2 will contact the water, particularly as waves come into contact with the vessel.
In the preferred embodiment, the vessel may be powered by one or more engines 80 (preferably located in the amas hulls as further described below) or by one or more sails 12, or both.
Referring to Figures 1, 1 A, 2, 8 and 9 in the preferred embodiment, two independent masts 8 are provided on the deck of the main hull in spaced relationship to one another.
Alternatively, a wide variety of different sail arrangements may be provided as would be understood by a person skilled in the art. When in the sailing mode, the mast is supported in a substantially vertical orientation by rigging (generally represented as the line 16, it being understood that appropriate rigging would be utilized as needed) in a manner known to a person skilled in the art, a boom 10 being attached to each mast 8 to secure and orient the sail 12 relative to the vessel. In the preferred embodiment, the boom 10 is enlarged and adapted to permit the sails 12 to be furled and stored within a sail storage area within the boom 10 structure.
Page 5 of 13 In one embodiment, when the sails are not in use and have been stored within the boom storage area, the masts may be rotated about an axis 17 from a substantially vertical orientation 8 as shown in Figures 1 and 1A, to a substantially horizontal orientation 18 as shown in the outline view of Figures 1 and 1 A and in the view of Figure 2.
In the preferred embodiment, and as seen in Figure l0A and Figure 12, a compartment 91 is provided for a diesel or other marine engine 80 within each of the amas hulls 4 to provide motive power (by means of a drive shaft 74 and propeller 76) and electrical power (by means of a generator or alternator, not shown) to the vessel. In the preferred embodiment, by means of hydraulic lines, electric lines or cables, the diesel or other marine engines 80 may be started, controlled and stopped from the wheelhouse 28 located on the main hull 2.
As illustrated in Figures 1, 4, 5, 6, and 6A, in the preferred embodiment of the present invention, a pair of amas hulls 4, such as illustrated in Figure 10A, Figure IOB, Figure 12, Figure 13 and Figure 14 are securely attached, in spaced relationship to one another, to the main hull by fiberglass, epoxy, glue or other chemical adhesive, or by suitable mechanical fasteners known to a person skilled in the art. In an alternative embodiment, multiple struts 6 with a hollow passageway therein are utilized to securely attach the amas hulls 4 to the main hull 2, as illustrated in Figure lA, Figure 3A, Figure 4A, Figure 5A, Figure 6B, Figure 7, Figure 8, and Figure 9. In this latter embodiment, the struts 6 are preferably fabricated from fibreglass or other suitable material, the struts 6 providing a structural and watertight connection between each of the amas hulls 4 and the main hull 2.
As illustrated in Figure I OA and Figure 13, the amas provides a sleek profile adapted to move easily through the water. As illustrated in Figure l OB, Figure 12 and Figure 13, the amas is preferably divided into separate watertight compartments 90 (Lazarette compartment) 91 (for engine 80 and other machinery), 92 (for fuel tanks 92A, water tanks 92B and other liquid tanks), 93 (supplementary storage), 94 (collision space) with watertight bulkheads 95 (Lazarette bulkhead), 96 (machinery bulkhead), 97 (main bulkhead) and 98 (collision bulkhead), it being understood that various different bulkhead and space/compartment arrangements may be utilized in different embodiments of the amas.
In a preferred embodiment, a passageway 100 between the amas hulls 4 and the main hu112 is Page 6 of 13 provided so that personnel and electrical, hydraulic, fluid, cables, and other lines may pass between the main hull 2 and the amas hulls 4, for example, for the purposes of controlling the rudder 78 and engines 80 positioned within the amas hulls 4, and providing electrical power from generators (not shown) located within the amas, to the main hull and for transporting fuel, and other materials between the main hull and the amas hull.
In addition, in the preferred embodiment, as closed circuit camera and fire and smoke detection equipment (not shown) is preferably utilized to monitor and control the engines positioned in the amas hulls 4, suitable communication lines may pass through the passageway 100 to the main hull 2 to the helm area 26 located in the wheelhouse 28.
In an alternative embodiment, where struts are utilized to connect the amas to the main hull, the struts are hollow, and provide a passageway between the main hull and the amas hull for the passage of electrical, hydraulic, fluid, cables, and other lines.
In the preferred embodiment, referring to Figures 10, 10A and 14, each of the amas hulls has an upper hull 5 and a lower 7 hull, the upper hull 5 and lower hull 7 being securely fastened to one another by fibreglass or another suitable material to provide a structurally solid, secure and water-tight connection between the upper 5 and lower hulls 7.
In the preferred embodiment, and as seen in Figure 4, the upper hull 5 of each amas extends rearwardly to a generally square-back stern 70 at a position near the stern of the main hull 2 (the lowered rear deck 40 extends a short distance beyond the generally square-back stern 70 of the upper hull 5 of the amas to allow easy access between the lowered rear deck 40 and, for example, a dock). The lower hull 7 of each amas extends rearwardly beneath the forward portion of the upper hull 5, and has a streamlined aft portion 72, through which a propeller shaft 74 extends to drive a propeller 76, as seen in Figures 1, 7, 10A, I OB and 12. In a preferred embodiment, a rudder 78 is positioned aft of the propeller 76, being pivotably attached to the underside 80 of the upper hull 6 of each amas as illustrated in Figure 1, 7, 10A, lOB and 12. In the preferred embodiment, the rudders 78 are controlled from the helm area by means of hydraulic lines, electric lines or cables. A wide variety of different amas hull configurations may be utilized in the context of the present invention.
Page7of 13 Referring to Figure 11, the underside of the main hull of the preferred embodiment of the present invention is illustrated, with the amas hulls removed, each side of the main hull 2 having a recess 103 therein shaped to closely conform with the outer surface of the amas hull 4.
In the preferred embodiment, each amas is approximately 64 feet in length and 5 feet in width (at its widest point) providing a very narrow and streamlined profile to the water through which it passes. As would be understood by a person skilled in the art, various different amas hull dimensions may be utilized in the context of the present invention.
Referring to Figures 2, 3 and 3A, a wide variety of different interior and exterior layouts may be utilized aboard this vessel, those shown in Figures 2, 3 and 3A representing one possible arrangement of a six - eight passenger pleasure vessel, it being understood that this vessel may be adapted for use in a wide variety of implementations.
Referring specifically to the layout shown in Figures 2, 3, and 3A, Figure 2 provides a top view of one embodiment of a typical layout of the upper deck of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention, having a lowered foredeck 20, with a short set of stairs 22 to a mid-deck 24, an enclosed helm area 26 or wheelhouse 28 (also enclosing stairs 32 to the lower deck 36 and for example, storage or washroom facilities 34), and an after deck 30, which is accessible from the wheelhouse 28 by means of a door or passageway 31.
Figures 3 and 3A provide a top view of one embodiment of a typical layout of the lower deck of the vessel of the present invention, having in this embodiment, four bedrooms 42 each having a pair of beds 46, bathroom facilities 44 and storage areas 47. A dining area with a dining room table 48, a furnished lounge area 56, a bar 57 and a galley 50 fitted with a stove 54, sink 52 and various galley equipment and storage areas are also provided.
A lowered rear deck 40 which is accessible from the lower deck 36 by way of a door or passageway 58 provides easy access to the surface of the water (for example, as a swimming platform), or to a dock (for loading and unloading cargo and passengers). It is understood that a wide variety of different layouts and equipment may be incorporated into the vessel of the present invention.
Page 8 of 13 While the vessel described herein has been described in the context of a six-eight passenger pleasure craft, this vessel may be readily adapted for use as a fishing vessel, transport vessel or for use by the military, Coast Guard, police, ferry operators and for other tasks.
The present invention has been described herein with regard to preferred embodiments. However, it will be obvious to persons skilled in the art that a number of variations and modifications can be made without departing from the scope of the invention as described herein.
In normal operation, the amas hulls 4 are generally partially submerged in water 14, as seen in Figures 1 and 1 A, so that the buoyancy of each amas hull 4 provides an upward force on the main hull 2. In calm seas, the main hul12 is completely or very nearly completely suspended out of the water by the pair of amas hulls 4, while in moderate or heavy seas, the main hull 2 will contact the water, particularly as waves come into contact with the vessel.
In the preferred embodiment, the vessel may be powered by one or more engines 80 (preferably located in the amas hulls as further described below) or by one or more sails 12, or both.
Referring to Figures 1, 1 A, 2, 8 and 9 in the preferred embodiment, two independent masts 8 are provided on the deck of the main hull in spaced relationship to one another.
Alternatively, a wide variety of different sail arrangements may be provided as would be understood by a person skilled in the art. When in the sailing mode, the mast is supported in a substantially vertical orientation by rigging (generally represented as the line 16, it being understood that appropriate rigging would be utilized as needed) in a manner known to a person skilled in the art, a boom 10 being attached to each mast 8 to secure and orient the sail 12 relative to the vessel. In the preferred embodiment, the boom 10 is enlarged and adapted to permit the sails 12 to be furled and stored within a sail storage area within the boom 10 structure.
Page 5 of 13 In one embodiment, when the sails are not in use and have been stored within the boom storage area, the masts may be rotated about an axis 17 from a substantially vertical orientation 8 as shown in Figures 1 and 1A, to a substantially horizontal orientation 18 as shown in the outline view of Figures 1 and 1 A and in the view of Figure 2.
In the preferred embodiment, and as seen in Figure l0A and Figure 12, a compartment 91 is provided for a diesel or other marine engine 80 within each of the amas hulls 4 to provide motive power (by means of a drive shaft 74 and propeller 76) and electrical power (by means of a generator or alternator, not shown) to the vessel. In the preferred embodiment, by means of hydraulic lines, electric lines or cables, the diesel or other marine engines 80 may be started, controlled and stopped from the wheelhouse 28 located on the main hull 2.
As illustrated in Figures 1, 4, 5, 6, and 6A, in the preferred embodiment of the present invention, a pair of amas hulls 4, such as illustrated in Figure 10A, Figure IOB, Figure 12, Figure 13 and Figure 14 are securely attached, in spaced relationship to one another, to the main hull by fiberglass, epoxy, glue or other chemical adhesive, or by suitable mechanical fasteners known to a person skilled in the art. In an alternative embodiment, multiple struts 6 with a hollow passageway therein are utilized to securely attach the amas hulls 4 to the main hull 2, as illustrated in Figure lA, Figure 3A, Figure 4A, Figure 5A, Figure 6B, Figure 7, Figure 8, and Figure 9. In this latter embodiment, the struts 6 are preferably fabricated from fibreglass or other suitable material, the struts 6 providing a structural and watertight connection between each of the amas hulls 4 and the main hull 2.
As illustrated in Figure I OA and Figure 13, the amas provides a sleek profile adapted to move easily through the water. As illustrated in Figure l OB, Figure 12 and Figure 13, the amas is preferably divided into separate watertight compartments 90 (Lazarette compartment) 91 (for engine 80 and other machinery), 92 (for fuel tanks 92A, water tanks 92B and other liquid tanks), 93 (supplementary storage), 94 (collision space) with watertight bulkheads 95 (Lazarette bulkhead), 96 (machinery bulkhead), 97 (main bulkhead) and 98 (collision bulkhead), it being understood that various different bulkhead and space/compartment arrangements may be utilized in different embodiments of the amas.
In a preferred embodiment, a passageway 100 between the amas hulls 4 and the main hu112 is Page 6 of 13 provided so that personnel and electrical, hydraulic, fluid, cables, and other lines may pass between the main hull 2 and the amas hulls 4, for example, for the purposes of controlling the rudder 78 and engines 80 positioned within the amas hulls 4, and providing electrical power from generators (not shown) located within the amas, to the main hull and for transporting fuel, and other materials between the main hull and the amas hull.
In addition, in the preferred embodiment, as closed circuit camera and fire and smoke detection equipment (not shown) is preferably utilized to monitor and control the engines positioned in the amas hulls 4, suitable communication lines may pass through the passageway 100 to the main hull 2 to the helm area 26 located in the wheelhouse 28.
In an alternative embodiment, where struts are utilized to connect the amas to the main hull, the struts are hollow, and provide a passageway between the main hull and the amas hull for the passage of electrical, hydraulic, fluid, cables, and other lines.
In the preferred embodiment, referring to Figures 10, 10A and 14, each of the amas hulls has an upper hull 5 and a lower 7 hull, the upper hull 5 and lower hull 7 being securely fastened to one another by fibreglass or another suitable material to provide a structurally solid, secure and water-tight connection between the upper 5 and lower hulls 7.
In the preferred embodiment, and as seen in Figure 4, the upper hull 5 of each amas extends rearwardly to a generally square-back stern 70 at a position near the stern of the main hull 2 (the lowered rear deck 40 extends a short distance beyond the generally square-back stern 70 of the upper hull 5 of the amas to allow easy access between the lowered rear deck 40 and, for example, a dock). The lower hull 7 of each amas extends rearwardly beneath the forward portion of the upper hull 5, and has a streamlined aft portion 72, through which a propeller shaft 74 extends to drive a propeller 76, as seen in Figures 1, 7, 10A, I OB and 12. In a preferred embodiment, a rudder 78 is positioned aft of the propeller 76, being pivotably attached to the underside 80 of the upper hull 6 of each amas as illustrated in Figure 1, 7, 10A, lOB and 12. In the preferred embodiment, the rudders 78 are controlled from the helm area by means of hydraulic lines, electric lines or cables. A wide variety of different amas hull configurations may be utilized in the context of the present invention.
Page7of 13 Referring to Figure 11, the underside of the main hull of the preferred embodiment of the present invention is illustrated, with the amas hulls removed, each side of the main hull 2 having a recess 103 therein shaped to closely conform with the outer surface of the amas hull 4.
In the preferred embodiment, each amas is approximately 64 feet in length and 5 feet in width (at its widest point) providing a very narrow and streamlined profile to the water through which it passes. As would be understood by a person skilled in the art, various different amas hull dimensions may be utilized in the context of the present invention.
Referring to Figures 2, 3 and 3A, a wide variety of different interior and exterior layouts may be utilized aboard this vessel, those shown in Figures 2, 3 and 3A representing one possible arrangement of a six - eight passenger pleasure vessel, it being understood that this vessel may be adapted for use in a wide variety of implementations.
Referring specifically to the layout shown in Figures 2, 3, and 3A, Figure 2 provides a top view of one embodiment of a typical layout of the upper deck of one embodiment of the vessel of the present invention, having a lowered foredeck 20, with a short set of stairs 22 to a mid-deck 24, an enclosed helm area 26 or wheelhouse 28 (also enclosing stairs 32 to the lower deck 36 and for example, storage or washroom facilities 34), and an after deck 30, which is accessible from the wheelhouse 28 by means of a door or passageway 31.
Figures 3 and 3A provide a top view of one embodiment of a typical layout of the lower deck of the vessel of the present invention, having in this embodiment, four bedrooms 42 each having a pair of beds 46, bathroom facilities 44 and storage areas 47. A dining area with a dining room table 48, a furnished lounge area 56, a bar 57 and a galley 50 fitted with a stove 54, sink 52 and various galley equipment and storage areas are also provided.
A lowered rear deck 40 which is accessible from the lower deck 36 by way of a door or passageway 58 provides easy access to the surface of the water (for example, as a swimming platform), or to a dock (for loading and unloading cargo and passengers). It is understood that a wide variety of different layouts and equipment may be incorporated into the vessel of the present invention.
Page 8 of 13 While the vessel described herein has been described in the context of a six-eight passenger pleasure craft, this vessel may be readily adapted for use as a fishing vessel, transport vessel or for use by the military, Coast Guard, police, ferry operators and for other tasks.
The present invention has been described herein with regard to preferred embodiments. However, it will be obvious to persons skilled in the art that a number of variations and modifications can be made without departing from the scope of the invention as described herein.
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OR PRIVILEGE IS CLAIMED ARE DEFINED AS FOLLOWS:
1. A multi-hull sailing vessel comprising:
a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration;
at least two amas connected to the main hull; and at least one sail mounted to the main hull.
a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration;
at least two amas connected to the main hull; and at least one sail mounted to the main hull.
2. A multi-hull sailing vessel comprising:
a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration;
at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull;
at least one engine mounted to one of the at least two amas hulls; and at least one sail mounted to the main hull.
a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration;
at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull;
at least one engine mounted to one of the at least two amas hulls; and at least one sail mounted to the main hull.
3. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 1, wherein each of the at least two amas hulls contains at least one engine mounted thereon.
4. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 1, wherein an outer surface of the main hull is made of fiberglass, carbon fiber, wood, or metal.
5. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 1, wherein at least one mast is mounted to the main hull, and wherein the at least one sail is mounted to the at least one mast.
6. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 1 or 2, wherein the vessel further comprises at least two sails mounted to the main hull.
7. A multi-hull sailing vessel comprising:
a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration;
at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull;
at least one engine mounted to one of the at least two amas hulls;
at least one mast mounted to the main hull; and at least one sail mounted to the at least one mast.
a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration;
at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull;
at least one engine mounted to one of the at least two amas hulls;
at least one mast mounted to the main hull; and at least one sail mounted to the at least one mast.
8. The multi-hull sailing vessel of any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein at least two masts are mounted to the main hull, the at least two masts being placed in spaced relationship to one another.
9. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 7, wherein, when the vessel is in a sailing mode, the at least one mast is mounted to the main hull in a substantially vertical orientation.
10. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 8, wherein, when the vessel is in a sailing mode, the at least two masts are mounted to the main hull in a substantially vertical orientation.
11. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 9, wherein a boom is connected to the at least one mast, the boom being connected in substantially perpendicular relationship to the at least one mast.
12. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 10, wherein a boom is connected to each of the at least two masts, each of the booms being connected in substantially perpendicular relationship to the at least two masts.
13. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 9, wherein the at least one mast is selectively rotatable about an axis and movable from the substantially vertical orientation, when the vessel is in the sailing mode, to a substantially horizontal orientation, when the at least one sail is not in use and are to be stored.
14. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 8, wherein at least two sails are connected to the at least two masts.
15. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 14, wherein the at least two masts are selectively rotatable about an axis and movable from the substantially vertical orientation, when the vessel is in the sailing mode, to a substantially horizontal orientation, when the sails are not in use and are to be stored.
16. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 7, wherein an internal compartment is provided within at least one of the amas hulls to store the at least one engine.
17. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 7, wherein the amas hulls are connected to the main hull by fiberglass, epoxy, glue or other adhesive, or by fasteners.
18. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 17, wherein the amas hulls further comprise a plurality of internal compartments therein.
19. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 18, wherein the amas hulls each further comprise an upper hull and a lower hull, the upper hull and the lower hull being connected to one another.
20. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 18, wherein an internal connecting passageway is provided between the amas hulls and the main hull.
21. A multi-hull sailing vessel comprising:
a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration;
at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull;
at least one engine mounted to one of the at least amas hulls;
at least one mast mounted to the main hull, wherein, when the vessel is in a sailing mode, the at least one mast is mounted to the main hull in a substantially vertical orientation;
a boom is connected to the at least one mast, the boom being connected in substantially perpendicular relationship to the at least one mast; and at least one sail mounted to the at least one mast;
wherein the at least one mast is selectively rotatable about an axis and movable from the substantially vertical orientation, when the vessel is in the sailing mode, to a substantially horizontal orientation, when the at least one sail is not in use and is to be stored.
a main hull having a generally trawler-shaped configuration;
at least two amas hulls connected to the main hull;
at least one engine mounted to one of the at least amas hulls;
at least one mast mounted to the main hull, wherein, when the vessel is in a sailing mode, the at least one mast is mounted to the main hull in a substantially vertical orientation;
a boom is connected to the at least one mast, the boom being connected in substantially perpendicular relationship to the at least one mast; and at least one sail mounted to the at least one mast;
wherein the at least one mast is selectively rotatable about an axis and movable from the substantially vertical orientation, when the vessel is in the sailing mode, to a substantially horizontal orientation, when the at least one sail is not in use and is to be stored.
22. The multi-hull sailing vessel of claim 21, wherein at least two masts are mounted to the main hull, the at least two masts being placed in spaced relationship to one another.
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