Patents by Inventor Fernand Laroche

Fernand Laroche has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Hull modification to minimize porpoising of a boat
    Patent number: 6332422
    Abstract: A hull is described having bow, stern, port and starboard sides. At least one chine extends longitudinally from a first point near the bow to a second point near the stern of the hull. At least one wedge section is disposed along the at least one chine and is adapted to minimize porpoising of the hull when in operation. A boat having such a hull is also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2001
    Assignee: Bombardier Motor Corporation of America
    Inventor: Fernand Laroche