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  Power push poleUSPTO Application #: 20070202756Title: Power push pole Abstract: A power push pole (1) having an elongated pole with a proximal end (13) and a distal end (14) wherein at least one drive wheel (3) with extending members (4) is located at the distal end (14) of the pole (1). An electric motor (8) is preferably located adjacent to the wheel (3) and is operable via at least one control (6) located on the proximal end (13) of the pole (1). Alternate embodiments of the invention include the use of dual wheels (3) for added stability, interchangeable extending members (4) and drive wheels (3) to accommodate varying ground textures, speed controls and forward/reverse controls. In addition, the power push pole (1) may be secured to a boat (11) via a fastener, such as a bracket (5). (end of abstract) Agent: Edward M. Livingston, Pa - Naples, FL, US Inventor: Charles W. Hardwick USPTO Applicaton #: 20070202756 - Class: 440021000 (USPTO) Related Patent Categories: Marine Propulsion, Operator Powered Drive For Propelling Means The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070202756. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] This invention relates to push poles, more particularly, a power push pole for use by boaters in shallow water fishing. [0002] The use of push poles by fishermen and women is not a new concept. Crude push poles consisting of long tree branches were used by early civilizations to propel a boat through shallow streams and rivers. [0003] Over time, however, the push pole developed in both style and sophistication. The need for longer push poles emerged wherein current push poles now have a length of 18-24 feet. The length of the push pole may be adjustable as well, as seen in many push poles that may be assembled by a user. In addition, the distal end of the poles may include points, hooks and other designs so as to permit a user to dig into the ground of the waterway. [0004] As the lengths of the push poles increased, the need for a lighter push pole became evident. Once made of wood or heavy metal, conventional push poles are now made of lightweight material, such as aluminum, fiberglass or carbon fiber. [0005] Even with all of the advancements to the push pole, one thing remains the same: how to use the push pole. Although the location of the push pole user may vary from a platform located at the stern of a boat to the aft or even the sides, the user must first insert the pole into the water and ground and "walk" the pole wherein the user places one hand over the other to push the boat in a desired direction. If the boat is not positioned in the desired location once the user reaches the end of the pole, then he or she must lift the pole out of the water and reinsert it into the ground. Although this procedure seems simple to perform, actually it is quite the contrary. Walking the pole is not only tiresome but dangerous as well as a person can easily lose his or her balance while performing the maneuver. In addition, because a user will most likely need to walk the pole several times, splashing and possibly even bumping the pole against the boat may occur due to the removal and insertion of the pole into the ground, which could potentially scare fish away from the location of the boat. [0006] Thus, a need exists for a push pole for use in fishing that is easy and safe to use. [0007] The relevant prior art includes the following references: TABLE-US-00001 Patent No. Issue/Publication (U.S. unless stated otherwise) Inventor Date 2,952,110 Blanchard Sep. 13, 1960 5,782,660 Brickell et al. Jul. 21, 1998 5,807,153 Allen et al. Sep. 15, 1998 6,945,343 Moreau et al. Sep. 20, 2005 5,913,373 Forrest Jun. 22, 1999 2,787,795 Snodgrass Apr. 09, 1957 5,098,087 Matile et al. Mar. 24, 1992 4,810,217 Bell Mar. 07, 1989 6,168,480 Schaller Jan. 02, 2001 1,716,607 Wardell Jun. 11, 1927 SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0008] The primary object of the present invention is to provide a power push pole that permits a person to easily push a boat in shallow water. [0009] A further object of the present invention is to provide a power push pole that is motorized. [0010] An even further object of the present invention is to provide a power push pole that is easy to use. [0011] Another object of the present invention is to provide a power push pole that is lightweight. [0012] A further object of the present invention is to provide a power push pole that may be used underwater. [0013] An even further object of the present invention provide a power push pole that eliminates splashing. [0014] The present invention fulfills the above and other objects by providing a power push pole having an elongated pole having a proximal end and a distal end wherein at least one drive wheel having extending members is located at the distal end of the pole. An electric motor is preferably located adjacent to the wheel and is operable via at least one control located on the proximal end of the pole. [0015] Alternate embodiments of the invention include the use of dual wheels for added stability, interchangeable extending members and wheel sizes to accommodate varying ground textures, speed controls and forward/reverse controls. In addition, the power push pole may be secured to a boat via a fastening means, such as a bracket, that is attachable to the handle. [0016] The above and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention should become even more readily apparent to those skilled in the art upon a reading of the following detailed description in conjunction with the drawings wherein there is shown and described illustrative embodiments of the invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0017] In the following detailed description, reference will be made to the attached drawings in which: [0018] FIG. 1 is a plan view of a first embodiment of the power push pole of the present invention; [0019] FIG. 2 is a front view of a drive wheel and motor of the power push pole of the present invention; [0020] FIG. 3 is a plan view of a second embodiment of the power push pole of the present invention; [0021] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view of the motor section of the invention along line 4-4 of FIG. 3; and Continue reading... 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