| 摘要 |
<p>Marine propulsion apparatus (10) comprising an engine (12) mounted within a buoyant enclosure (15) which is adapted to be connected to a marine vessel (40) which requires propulsion. The engine (12) drives a propeller (20) through a simple drive system (13, 18). The apparatus (10) is adapted to be fitted into position on pivotal mountings (37) for steering purposes and may itself be fitted with steering means (22, 42) such that it may be manoeuvred independently of the marine vessel (40) for positioning relative to it. The enclosure (15) is sized to permit access around the engine (12) for in-situ maintenance and repair.</p> |
