Patent ID: 7159531
Filing Date: 2007-01-09
Classification: B63B

Abstract:
1. A boat comprising: a hull; topsides with a cockpit therein; a top having a perimeter contoured for engaging a topsides perimeter in a closed position and providing a canopy for the topsides in an open position, said top sealing said topsides in the closed position; linear actuators for moving the top between the open and closed positions, each actuator is attached to the hull with a compliant fixture for reducing pressure on an object placed between said hull and top upon contact therewith during movement of said top to the closed position; a plurality of motors for operating said linear actuators each motor being disposed in an operative relationship with a corresponding actuator; and a panel moveably attached to the top for enabling operator entry and exit from said boat with the top in said closed position through an access provided by said panel.