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19-01-2012 дата публикации

Light-duty vehicle with adjustable wheelbase

Номер: US20120012413A1

Автор: Kun-Lung Tsai, Shen-Fu Huang, Wei-Jean Huang, Yu-Che Huang

Принадлежит: Cycling and Health Tech Ind R&D Center

A light-duty vehicle with an adjustable wheelbase includes a linkage assembly composed of at least one main rod, a movable support, at least one movable rod and at least one adjusting rod, at least one power source connected in the linkage assembly, a seat mounted on a connecting rod having one end pivotally connected to the movable rod, and a driving wheel set composed of at least one front wheel and at least one rear wheel. The rear wheel is rotatably connected to the adjusting rod, while an opposite end of the main rod is connected to a fixed rod, which is coupled to a front fork above the front wheel. Thereby, when the power source modifies the linkage assembly in posture, the wheelbase between the front wheel and the rear wheel is changed so that the seat is adjusted in posture and altitude.

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Номер записи: 1

19-01-2012 дата публикации

Combination of a shoe, a frame and a pedal for racing bicycles

Номер: US20120013099A1

Автор: Francesco Riondato

Принадлежит: MD'A RIONDATO FRANCESCO

A shoe for racing bicycles on the underlying sole of which a plate ( 8 ) is mounted fixed to the sole ( 4′ ) through screws ( 8′ ), the stems of which pass through slots ( 8″ ) made on the plate ( 8 ) and are screwed into threaded holes previously made on the sole ( 4′ ). The plate ( 8 ) has a longitudinal center-line axis ( 25 ) which is separated from the vertical plane ( 30 ) tangent to the outer end of the pedal crank corresponding to the shoe by a distance ( 23 ) which is 6-8 mm greater than the corresponding distance foreseen for a similar per se known type of shoe sole.

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Номер записи: 2

15-03-2012 дата публикации

Fender brake assemblies for scooters

Номер: US20120061931A1

Автор: Andrew Broussard, Thomas Floyd

Принадлежит: Individual

A fender brake assembly for a rear wheel of a scooter includes a bracket having a top plate adapted to be removably secured to a scooter deck plate proximate the rear wheel, and a pair of opposite side plates extending transversely therefrom, with the side plates each being adapted to support respective ends of a hinge pin to extend between the side plates and forward of the front edge of the top plate. A fender brake is pivotably mounted on the hinge pin, and a biasing member, such as a torsion spring, biases the fender brake toward a rest position, such as one in which an engagement surface thereof is spaced from a rear wheel surface. The fender brake assembly may be removably secured, as a unit, to the deck plate. A resilient riser may be disposed between the bracket and the deck plate.

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Номер записи: 3

26-04-2012 дата публикации

Scooter having foldable device and foldable device thereof

Номер: US20120098238A1

Автор: Limin Wang, Winghou Tang, Xiuping Wang

Принадлежит: Shanghai Magic Wheels Sporting Goods Co Ltd

A scooter having a foldable device and the foldable device thereof is described. The foldable device comprises a first rotating shaft element, a second rotating shaft element and a locking member. The locking member is moveable relative to the first rotating shaft element between a released position and a locked position. When the locking member is in the released position, the first rotating shaft element is rotatable relative to the second rotating shaft element, and when the locking member is in the locked position, the first rotating shaft element is locked relative to the second rotating shaft element so that it cannot rotate. The foldable device is compact in structure and has a simple appearance.

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Номер записи: 4

09-08-2012 дата публикации

Bicycle frame

Номер: US20120200060A1

Автор: Christopher P. D'Aluisio, Jean-Luc Callahan, Mark Cote

Принадлежит: Specialized Bicycle Components Inc

A bicycle frame that supports a front wheel and a rear wheel defining a central plane. The bicycle frame includes a head tube, a bottom bracket configured to support a crank assembly, and a bicycle frame portion. The bicycle frame portion includes a leading edge and a trailing edge oriented such that a chord line between the leading edge and the trailing edge defines an angle of incidence greater than zero degrees relative to the central plane.

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Номер записи: 5

06-09-2012 дата публикации

Three-Wheeled Scooter Device

Номер: US20120223502A1

Автор: Shane Chen

Принадлежит: Individual

A human-powered scooter propelled by side-to-side movement of the user. The scooter has a steering mechanism coupled to a front wheel, and two frame arms pivotably coupled to the steering mechanism and extending rearward, to which two rear wheels are respectively coupled. A novel linking piece coupled to the steering mechanism can engage the frame arms in order to restrict their pivoting to equal magnitude in opposite directions. The linking piece can also disengage from the frame arms to allow the frame arms to be folded up. The pivoting axes of the two frame arms are predetermined such that, when folded, the frame arms are as near as possible to being parallel to the main shaft of the steering mechanism. Means for enabling the steering mechanism to directly control the orientation of the rear wheels, and means for directly braking at least one of the rear wheels are also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 6

13-09-2012 дата публикации

Coaxial two-wheeled vehicle and its control method

Номер: US20120232757A1

Автор: Susumu Oikawa

Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Corp

To provide a coaxial two-wheeled vehicle capable of performing a turning movement with stability and its control method. A coaxial two-wheeled vehicle in accordance with the present invention includes drive means to drive two coaxially-arranged wheels, turning reference-input input means to input a turning reference input, and control means to control the drive means according to a turning gain based on a turning reference-input input by the turning reference-input input means to thereby perform a turning movement. The control means preferably brings the turning gain to substantially zero when the coaxial two-wheeled vehicle is in a backward traveling state with a backward speed greater than or equal to a first speed, and sets the turning gain to a value greater than zero when a vehicle speed is substantially zero.

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Номер записи: 7

11-10-2012 дата публикации

Three-piece folding scooter

Номер: US20120256386A1

Автор: Jacques Benarrouch

Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention relates to a three-piece folding scooter whereof the front and rear wheels are fixed on two side bases (b) and (c). Each wheel is hinged to a central base formed from two oblong openings in which the wheels retract respectively when the side bases are folded down flat against the central base.

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Номер записи: 8

11-10-2012 дата публикации

Bicycle

Номер: US20120256390A1

Автор: Andrey Dmitrievich Nekrasov

Принадлежит: Individual

The technical result of the claimed design consists in maintaining the physiological curvatures in the neck and lumbar parts of the spine, under the “healthy back” principle. The technical result is achieved in a bicycle that comprises a frame provided with handlebars pivoted thereon, wheels, a pedal mechanism, and a seat with a backrest, the seat backrest being provided with vertically movable pads and having a variable angle of inclination to the seat, the pads having a constant or variable volume, and the handlebars having a position that can be varied vertically and horizontally and a variable angle of inclination to the seat.

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Номер записи: 9

18-10-2012 дата публикации

Modular trailing edge for bicycle stem

Номер: US20120261896A1

Автор: Christopher P. D'Aluisio, Jean-Luc Callahan, Mark Cote

Принадлежит: Specialized Bicycle Components Inc

A bicycle including a front wheel, a rear wheel, and a frame supported on the front and rear wheels, the frame having a frame member. The bicycle further includes a first fairing member protruding outward from the frame member and having a side surface defining an aerodynamic trailing edge and a second fairing member detachably mounted on the first fairing member such that the side surface is exposed.

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Номер записи: 10

15-11-2012 дата публикации

Scooter carrying case and backpack apparatus

Номер: US20120286011A1

Автор: Andreas C. Wegener

Принадлежит: Individual

A backpack apparatus comprises a backpack body, a holder panel assembly, and a closure device. The backpack body has a top portion, a bottom portion, a front portion, a back portion, a first side portion, and a second side portion and defines a main storage compartment. The holder panel assembly has a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, and a second side edge. The holder panel assembly includes at least one zipper assembly, a first side wall extending from a portion of the first side edge, and a second side wall extending from a portion of the second side edge. The bottom edge of the holder panel assembly is fixedly attached to the backpack body, and the top edge of the holder panel is unattached to the backpack body. The first side wall of the holder panel is fixedly attached to the backpack body, and the second side wall of the holder panel is fixedly attached to the backpack body. A closure device may be attached to the first side portion of the backpack body.

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Номер записи: 11

22-11-2012 дата публикации

Vehicular system having user-interface assembly

Номер: US20120292881A1

Автор: Henry Chong

Принадлежит: Individual

A vehicular system for a user is disclosed. The vehicular system comprising: a frame-interface assembly, and a user-interface assembly. The user-interface assembly is coupled to the frame-interface assembly. The user-interface assembly is configured to selectively permit the user to operate the vehicular system between a limb-operating mode and a side-by-side limb cruising mode.

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Номер записи: 12

20-12-2012 дата публикации

Modular recumbent vehicle

Номер: US20120318595A1

Автор: Alexandre Belenkov, Anna Belenkova, Eugene Belenkov

Принадлежит: Individual

Modular human powered recumbent vehicle has a variable configuration and size. It comprises a group of standardized modules—fast attachable parts connected together by set of cross tubes ( 4 ) of variable length. It has three basic modules: middle ( 1 ), left ( 2 ) and right ( 3 ); each module has several modifications. One or more additional modules, like child seat ( 17 ), shopping basket ( 18 ), additional pedal ( 15 ) or electric ( 16 ) drive, also can be attached for performing a specific task. Vehicle can be transformed to a powered or unpowered trailer of variable configuration. It can be folded for storage and disassembled for transportation.

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Номер записи: 13

07-02-2013 дата публикации

Convertible cargo container

Номер: US20130033012A1

Автор: Hamid Arjomand, Phillip H. Neal

Принадлежит: Individual

An apparatus which is convertible from a portable cargo container to a wheeled vehicle. In particular, the present invention is a backpack or article of luggage that includes a deployable wheeled platform so that the backpack or luggage is convertible to a scooter type vehicle. The present invention is particularly useful for transporting relatively heavy loads along with a human operator, quickly and with minimal effort.

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Номер записи: 14

07-03-2013 дата публикации

Moveable Device

Номер: US20130056950A1

Автор: Gregor Von Bismarck

Принадлежит: Resint

A device, comprising a planar element with a first wheel supported about a first rotary axis, a handle support, and a folding joint connecting the handle support to the planar element pivotal about a first pivotal axis such that in an operating state the handle support is aligned to a planar element at an angle, is provided. At least one second wheel is supported about a second rotary axis, at the distal end of the planar element. The second wheel is pivotal about a second pivotal axis and coupled to the handle support via a mechanism which converts a pivotal motion of the handle support about the first pivotal axis into a pivotal axis of the second wheel about the second pivotal axis such that the second rotary motion of the second wheel shows in the idle state a greater angle to the planar element than in the operating state.

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Номер записи: 15

28-03-2013 дата публикации

Electric bicycle

Номер: US20130075175A1

Автор: Adam Patrick Vollmer, Adam Reineck, Kyle J. Doerksen, Nathaniel David GINZTON

Принадлежит: Faraday Bicycles Inc

An electric bicycle and electric bicycle frame including batteries stored in a pair of substantially parallel top tubes. In some cases, the top tubes extend rearward of the bicycle seat tube, and an electronics housing may be disposed between the rearward extending top tube portions.

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Номер записи: 16

11-04-2013 дата публикации

Scooter

Номер: US20130087983A1

Автор: Chun Kit NGAI

Принадлежит: Rexco Ind Ltd

A scooter includes a footboard, a steering column having an upper end connected to a handlebar and a lower end connected to a front fork, a head-tube frame assembly having a head tube coupled to the steering column and a frame assembly coupled to the footboard, a front ball bearing wheel rotatably mounted to the front fork, and a rear ball bearing wheel rotatably mounted to a rear fork the footboard. The scooter further includes a folding mechanism in the head-tube frame assembly for folding up the scooter.

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Номер записи: 17

09-05-2013 дата публикации

Drift scooter

Номер: US20130113172A1

Автор: II Jack B. Lovley, Ken Edlauer

Принадлежит: Bravo Sports Corp

A drift scooter comprising a longitudinal frame including opposed leading and trailing end portions. A steering assembly is pivotably disposed on the leading end portion and includes a transverse member with two wheels rotatably supported on opposite ends of the transverse member. A stem is fixed in perpendicular orientation relative to the transverse member and a handlebar is connected to the stem. A rear wheel assembly is pivotably disposed on the trailing end portion, wherein the wheel assembly pivots about an upwardly extending pivot axis. The rear wheel assembly is preferably biased toward a centered position, aligned with a centerline of the frame. A resilient member is connected between the frame and a leading portion of the caster. The resilient member may be in the form of an extension spring. Means for adjusting the tension of the extension spring may also be included.

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Номер записи: 18

09-05-2013 дата публикации

ATTACHABLE SCOOTER

Номер: US20130113183A1

Автор: ANDREWS JAMES RICHARD, GOWER CAMPBELL DOUGLAS, MAWSON ANDREW DOUGLAS

Принадлежит: PHIL AND TEDS DESIGN LIMITED

A scooter is disclosed that may be linked to a child buggy or perambulator A linking mechanism is also disclosed for releasably linking the scooter to the child buggy thereby allowing the scooter to be used as a scooter or instead, to be linked to a buggy and used in a linked configuration. The combination of a child buggy and scooter using the linking mechanism is described along with a method of use of the mechanism 1. A scooter including: a deck chassis having a footrest surface;', 'a handle bar assembly;', 'at least one rear wheel and at least one front wheel each supported by the body and rotatable around an axis, wherein the deck chassis extends between the at least one front wheel and the at least one rear wheel;, '(a) a body made up of(b) at least one linking member on the scooter that engages a linking mechanism used to releasably attach the scooter to a child buggy thereby linking the scooter to the child buggy; and 'a base section having a first end that engages at least one frame member on the child buggy and a second end that receives at least one of the at least one linking members;', '(c) wherein, the linking mechanism that links the scooter to the child buggy includeswherein the first end of the base section mates with a fixing section about the at least one frame member of the child buggy;wherein the second end of the base section mates with a plate cover section and which contains there between a plate; andwherein the second end of the base section, plate cover and plate have at least one aperture there-between into which the at least one linking member may be inserted and retained therein.2. The scooter as claimed in wherein the at least one linking member protrudes from the deck chassis and wherein the at least one linking member engages a receiving aperture or apertures in the linking mechanism.3. The scooter as claimed in wherein the at least one linking member is located approximate to the at least one front wheel end of the deck chassis.4. ...

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Номер записи: 19

06-06-2013 дата публикации

SLIDER

Номер: US20130140787A1

Автор: KO Young Seung

Принадлежит:

A slider is provided which can travel ahead by placing a user's foot on a board and stamping the ground with the other foot like a known kick board or which can exercise a user by causing shafts each having a rear board fixed thereto to sufficiently extend backward and moving the shafts at symmetric angles relative to each other and can spontaneously travel ahead by means of waveform-like actions using rear casters attached to the bottoms of the rear boards. 1. A slider in which rear boards which are disposed on the rear side of the slider and on which a user's feet are placed slide along a guide shaft.2. The slider according to claim 1 , wherein the sliding length of the rear boards is controlled by a slide stopper disposed in the slider.3. The slider according to claim 2 , wherein the slide stopper controls the sliding length of the rear boards by multi-steps.4. The slider according to claim 1 , wherein a torsion spring is disposed to give a folding elastic force when the rear boards are unfolded from each other.5. A slider comprising a steering unit causing a user to change a direction with hands claim 1 ,wherein the steering unit does not move when a connector portion of the steering unit to a slider body comes in contact with a shaft having a polygonal section. 1. Technical FieldThe present invention relates to a slider, and more particularly, to a slider which can travel ahead by placing a user's foot on a board and stamping the ground with the other food like a known kick board or which can exercise a user by causing shafts each having a rear board fixed thereto to sufficiently extend backward and moving the shafts at symmetric angles and can spontaneously travel ahead by means of waveform-like motions using rear casters attached to the bottoms of the rear boards.2. Background ArtIn general, boards basically travel ahead by stamping the ground with a foot, which is not sufficient for enjoying a high speed and thrill.In-line stakes travel ahead by moving feet ...

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Номер записи: 20

13-06-2013 дата публикации

Self-Propelled vehicle and articulated mobile chassis thereof

Номер: US20130146379A1

Автор: Keel Andrew

Принадлежит: Performance Concepts, Inc.

An articulated steerable self-propelled vehicle has a support platform mounting a motive power source and sites at opposite sides of motive power source where an operator's feet can be placed to enable the operator to stand on platform and straddle motive power source. First suspension assembly on vehicle is pivotally mounted to platform in order to dispose and couple first ground surface contacting member spaced in first direction from platform, movable to follow the ground surface, vertically movable relative to platform to accommodate impact generated by uneven ground surface, and steerable horizontally relative to platform and the ground surface. Second support assembly on the vehicle is pivotally mounted to platform in order to dispose and couple second ground surface contacting member spaced in second direction from of platform, movable to follow the ground surface, and vertically movable relative to platform to accommodate impact generated by uneven ground surface. 1. An articulated steerable mobile chassis for a vehicle , comprising:a support platform providing space for mounting a motive power source;a first ground surface contacting member;a second ground surface contacting member;a first suspension assembly pivotally mounted to and extending in a first direction from said support platform and articulately connecting said support platform to said first ground surface contacting member at a location spaced in said first direction from said support platform so as to vertically suspend said support platform with respect to said first ground surface contacting member and thereby to enable said first ground surface contacting member to dynamically engage the ground surface, said first suspension assembly also supporting said first ground surface contacting member to be steerable and movable relative to the ground surface; anda second suspension assembly pivotally mounted and extending in a second direction from said support platform and articulately connecting ...

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Номер записи: 21

13-06-2013 дата публикации

SCOOTER ASSEMBLIES AND SCOOTER DECK ASSEMBLIES

Номер: US20130147139A1

Автор: Wegener Andreas

Принадлежит:

A deck assembly for a scooter comprises a deck and at least one grind stripe. The deck has a front end, a rear end, a top surface, and a bottom surface. The bottom surface of the deck defines at least one longitudinal mating recess. The grind stripe has a mating protrusion, a substantially flat mating surface, and a grinding surface. The grind stripe is slidably attachable to the deck such that the mating protrusion is disposed in the longitudinal mating recess and the mating surface of the grind stripe mates with the bottom surface of the deck. A scooter deck assembly comprises a deck and an angled front plug. The deck has a front end, a rear end, a top surface, and a bottom surface. The angled front plug is attached to the front end of the deck such that the front plug extends substantially beyond the front end of the deck. 1. A deck assembly for a scooter , comprising:a deck having a front end, a rear end, a top surface, and a bottom surface, the bottom surface of the deck defining at least one longitudinal mating recess;at least one grind stripe having a mating protrusion, a substantially flat mating surface, and a grinding surface;the grind stripe being slidably attachable to the deck such that the mating protrusion is disposed in the longitudinal mating recess and the mating surface of the grind stripe mates with the bottom surface of the deck.2. The deck assembly of wherein the grind stripe and the deck comprise interlocking dovetail slide-in features.3. The deck assembly of wherein the at least one longitudinal mating recess comprises two longitudinal mating recesses on opposite sides of the bottom surface of the deck4. The deck assembly of wherein the at least one grind stripe comprises two grind stripes.5. The deck assembly of further comprising a front plug attached to the front end of the deck.6. The deck assembly of wherein the front plug extends substantially beyond the front end of the deck.7. The deck assembly of wherein the front plug has an angle ...

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Номер записи: 22

20-06-2013 дата публикации

LOAD AND/OR TRANSPORT CART

Номер: US20130153322A1

Автор: Constin Hans-Peter

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A load and transport cart includes, under a loading platform, a triangular steering plate and, therebelow, a front part of a footboard, wherein the steering plate has a bore, an annular-segment shaped groove, an elongated hole and two opposing first ball heads. The first ball heads each lie in an articulated manner in a respective bearing at one end of a respective steering lever and, at the other end of each lever is a bearing for a respective further ball head of a respective triangular swinging fork on a stub axle of which a respective front wheel is rotatably mounted, wherein each of the swinging forks is rotatably mounted on the loading platform via pivot pins, and wherein the steering axis is located in front of an imaginary axis and can be deflected to the left or right by the steering angle of 45°. 1. A load and transport cart in the form of a scooter , comprising at least three wheels , two of the wheels being front wheels located proximate a front of the cart and one of the wheels being a rear wheel located proximate a rear of the cart , a handlebar , a loading platform and a footboard which can be folded upward from a use position parallel to a roadway and locked in the upward folded position , wherein:the two front wheels are equipped with an inclination mechanism for absorbing centrifugal force during cornering;the handlbar is fixedly connected to the loading platform via two steering columns; the cart further comprises, under the loading platform, a triangular steering plate and, below the steering plate, a front part of the footboard,the steering plate comprisesa bore, in which a round pin of the front part of the footboard is received,an annular-segment shaped groove in which a steering-pivot pin of the front part of the footboard is received and connects the front part of the footboard to the loading platform so that the footboard is rotatable about a steering axis of the cart which is more toward the front of the cart than an axis of rotation of ...

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Номер записи: 23

22-08-2013 дата публикации

Method of manufacturing a group of bicycles

Номер: US20130214505A1

Автор: Christopher P. D'Aluisio

Принадлежит: Specialized Bicycle Components Inc

A method of designing and manufacturing a model of bicycles in such a manner that the size (e.g., diameter) of the head tube bearings and/or the stiffness of the forks varies between frame sizes. The method includes selecting a first and second lower headset bearing sizes for the first and second frame sizes, respectively, wherein the first lower headset bearing size is different size than the second lower headset bearing size. The method further includes manufacturing first bicycles of the first frame size and second bicycles of the second frame size, and coupling the first and second lower headset bearings to the first and second bicycles, respectively. The same model designations are then attached to each of the first and second bicycles. The difference in size of the lower headset bearings and/or fork steerer tubes can be substantially proportional to the difference in length of the seat tube.

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Номер записи: 24

05-09-2013 дата публикации

Low-Profile Two-Wheeled Self-Balancing Vehicle with Exterior Foot Platforms

Номер: US20130228385A1

Автор: Shane Chen

Принадлежит: Individual

A personal vehicle having two wheels that are arranged substantially side-by-side and connected by a linkage mechanism to one another. The linkage mechanism supports the wheels in a substantially parallel relationship as the two wheels tilt from side to side. A foot placement platform is associated with each wheel, as is a motor to drive the wheels. Gyroscopic sensors are used to in driving the wheels to maintain an upright position. Various embodiments are disclosed including folding platforms, a parallelogram linkage structure, handles and/or seats that may extend above the wheels, lower leg contact surface, and other features.

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Номер записи: 25

12-09-2013 дата публикации

Two-Wheel, Self-Balancing Vehicle With Independently Movable Foot Placement Sections

Номер: US20130238231A1

Автор: Chen Shane

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A two-wheel, self-balancing personal vehicle having independently movable foot placement sections. The foot placement sections have an associated wheel, sensor and motor and are independently self-balancing which gives the user independent control over the movement of each platform section by the magnitude and direction of tilt a user induces in a given platform section. Various embodiments are disclosed including those with a continuous housing, discrete platform sections and/or tapering platform sections. 1. A two-wheel , self-balancing vehicle device , comprising:a first foot placement section and a second foot placement section that are coupled to one another and are independently movable with respect to one another;a first wheel associated with the first foot placement section and a second wheel associated with the second foot placement section, the first and second wheels being spaced apart and substantially parallel to one another;a first position sensor and a first drive motor configured to drive the first wheel, a second position sensor and a second drive motor configured to drive the second wheel; andcontrol logic that drives the first wheel toward self-balancing the first foot placement section in response to position data from the first sensor and that drives the second wheel toward self-balancing the second foot placement section in response to position data from the second foot placement section.2. The device of claim 1 , the first foot placement section and the second foot placement section are rotatably coupled to one another.3. The device of claim 1 , the first foot placement section and the second foot placement section are positioned substantially linearly between the first and second wheel.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein said first and second foot placement sections are mounted to a frame that is sufficiently flexible that the first and second foot placement platforms can move independently with respect to one another under the weight of a ...

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Номер записи: 26

19-09-2013 дата публикации

Bicycle Frame

Номер: US20130241172A1

Автор: Robert M. Deily

Принадлежит: Individual

A bicycle frame comprising: a head, top, down and seat tubes along with a bottom bracket; a pair of seat and lower chain stays; and a pair of upper chain stays, the upper chain stays attached to at least one frame component selected from the down tube, the seat tube, and the bottom bracket, whereby, the addition of the upper chain stays adds rigidity to the frame to resist torque forces applied to the bottom bracket.

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Номер записи: 27

03-10-2013 дата публикации

BICYCLE DAMPING ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20130256997A1

Автор: McAndrews Michael

Принадлежит: SPECIALIZED BICYCLE COMPONENTS, INC.

A bicycle shock absorber and methods for differentiating between rider-induced forces and terrain-induced forces includes a first fluid chamber having fluid contained therein, a piston for compressing the fluid within the fluid chamber, a second fluid chamber coupled to the first fluid chamber by a fluid communication hose, and an inertial valve disposed within the second fluid chamber. The inertial valve opens in response to terrain-induced forces and provides communication of fluid compressed by the piston from the first fluid chamber to the second fluid chamber. The inertial valve does not open in response to rider-induced forces. 1. A bicycle , comprising:a bicycle frame;a pedal crank assembly supported by the bicycle frame and configured to be driven by rider-induced pedaling forces;a wheel; and a spring that applies a force tending to extend the suspension assembly;', 'a damper comprising a damper tube and a piston rod supporting a piston in sliding engagement with the damper tube, the piston and the damper tube at least partially defining a compression chamber that decreases in volume during compression movement of the suspension assembly, the damper additionally comprising an inertia valve including an inertia mass, the inertia mass normally biased to a closed position wherein the inertia mass is adjacent an opening to the compression chamber such that fluid flow through the opening is inhibited, and the inertia mass movable to an open position wherein the inertia mass is not adjacent the opening such that fluid flow through the opening is not inhibited, wherein the inertia valve remains in the closed position in response to the rider-induced pedaling forces applied to the frame and the inertia valve moves toward the open position in response to a terrain-induced force above a predetermined threshold applied to the wheel; and', 'a sensitivity adjuster having a first adjustment position and a second adjustment position, wherein the inertia valve has a first ...

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Номер записи: 28

17-10-2013 дата публикации

Stand

Номер: US20130270807A1

Автор: Jason Apthorpe

Принадлежит: Open Door Solutions Pty Ltd

A stand assembly ( 1 ) to be attached to a personal transport device ( 100 ). The device ( 100 ) including a base and at least one axle ( 104 ). The axle ( 104 ) being adapted to support at least one wheel ( 108 ). The wheel being adapted to assist movement of said device along a surface. The assembly to be located in use adjacent a centre of mass (XX) of said device and including a pair of arms ( 5 ) extending generally parallel to each other and longitudinally towards a bridging member ( 7 ) to define a “U” shape. Each am ( 5 ) includes a hole ( 10 ) at a free end to engage the axle in use to permit movement of the arms about the axle between a use position and a stored position.

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Номер записи: 29

07-11-2013 дата публикации

SEAT TUBE ASSEMBLY FOR A BICYCLE OR THE LIKE

Номер: US20130292920A1

Автор: ALAN Loren Lee

Принадлежит: ARC Bikes

A bicycle seat tube assembly includes an arced component, a bottom bracket positioned below the arced component, and a seat tube including a pivot attachment at a lower end of the seat tube. The arced component includes a lower curved surface with a plurality of holes. The pivot attachment is coupled to the bottom bracket so that the arced component is pivotable relative to the seat tube about the bottom bracket, resulting in multiple seat tube positions between a fully forward position and a fully back position. A locking mechanism is configured to selectively lock the seat tube to the arced component. The locking mechanism includes a lock ring with a plurality of lock pins and a spring that pushes the lock ring towards the arced component. The lock ring and the spring surround the seat tube The lock ring is movable between a locked position and an unlocked position. 1. A bicycle seat tube assembly , comprising:an arced component including a lower curved surface having a plurality of holes therein;a bottom bracket positioned below the arced component;a seat tube including a pivot attachment at a lower end of the seat tube, wherein the pivot attachment is coupled to the bottom bracket so that the arced component is pivotable relative to the seat tube about the bottom bracket, resulting in a plurality of seat tube positions between a fully forward position and a fully back position; anda locking mechanism configured to selectively lock the seat tube to the arced component at one of the seat tube positions, wherein the locking mechanism includes a lock ring with a plurality of lock pins and a spring that pushes the lock ring towards the arced component, wherein the lock ring and the spring surround the seat tube, and wherein the lock ring is movable between a locked position, in which the lock pins are inserted into the holes, and an unlocked position, in which the lock pins are removed from the holes and the arced component is free to pivot about the bottom bracket.2 ...

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Номер записи: 30

14-11-2013 дата публикации

INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20130299254A1

Автор: KAWAIDA Sora, MUTOH Yusuke

Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

An inverted pendulum type vehicle () includes a propulsion unit () provided in a lower part of a vehicle body to actuate a main wheel (), a drive unit () provided in a vertically intermediate part thereof and a seat () provided in an upper part of the vehicle body. A battery case () is mounted in a part of the vehicle body above the main wheel and behind the drive unit. The battery case is provided with an opening () extending from an upper part thereof to a lower end of a rear part thereof. A lid () hinged to the battery case selectively covers the upper end of a battery () received in the battery case. The battery is retained in the battery case with the help of suitable engagement arrangements (). 1. An inverted pendulum type vehicle , comprising:a vehicle body frame extending in a vertical direction;a propulsion unit mounted in a lower part of the vehicle body frame and including a main wheel configured to be actuated by an inverted pendulum control;a drive unit mounted in a vertically intermediate part of the vehicle body and configured to actuate the main wheel;a seat mounted on an upper part of the vehicle body frame;a battery case mounted on the vehicle frame behind the drive unit, and having an access opening extending at least in an upper end thereof;a battery configured to be received in the battery case; anda lid pivotally supported by the battery case so as to be moveable between an open position exposing the access opening and a closed position closing at least an upper part of the access opening and engaging a part of the battery.2. The inverted pendulum type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the battery case includes an engagement portion provided in a bottom wall thereof and a bottom end of the battery includes a corresponding engagement portion configured to cooperate with the engagement portion of the batter case whereby the battery is prevented from lateral movement.3. The inverted pendulum type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein one of ...

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Номер записи: 31

14-11-2013 дата публикации

INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20130299259A1

Автор: MITSUKAWA Makoto, MORI Yasuka, MUTO Yusuke, Shinde Yasuo, YOKOI Motoharu

Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

An inverted pendulum type vehicle includes a traveling unit with a main wheel, a vehicle body frame having the main wheel supported thereon, and a pair of left and right driving units supported on the vehicle body frame for driving the main wheel. The vehicle also includes a battery unit for supplying electric power to the driving units, a seat for supporting an occupant thereon, and a telescopic strut for supporting the seat for selected upward and downward movement. The telescopic strut is disposed between the driving unit and the battery unit in a front-to-rear direction of the vehicle body. 1. An inverted pendulum type vehicle comprising:a traveling unit comprising a driving wheel driven under an inverted pendulum control;a vehicle body frame having the driving wheel supported thereon;at least one driving unit disposed above the driving wheel for operating the driving wheel;a battery unit disposed above the driving wheel for supplying electric power to the driving unit; anda seat for supporting an occupant thereon; wherein:the inverted pendulum type vehicle includes a lifting apparatus which supports the seat for selected upward and downward movement thereof;the battery unit is supported on a rear side of the vehicle body frame;the driving unit is supported on the vehicle body frame forward of the battery unit; andthe lifting apparatus is disposed between the driving unit and the battery unit in a front-to-rear direction of the vehicle body.2. The inverted pendulum type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein at least part of the driving unit and at least part of the battery unit is disposed on a lower side of the seat.3. The inverted pendulum type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the vehicle body frame comprises:a traveling unit support section for supporting the traveling unit thereon;a driving unit support section connected to an upper portion of the traveling unit support section for supporting the driving unit thereon;a battery unit support section ...

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Номер записи: 32

14-11-2013 дата публикации

INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20130299260A1

Автор: MUTO Yusuke, NAKAGAWA Yuhi, SHIMIZU Masahiro, SHIOMI Yoshinobu, TAKEMURA Yoshinari, YADA Wataru

Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

An inverted pendulum type vehicle includes a vehicle body frame; a main wheel including a plurality of rotatable driven rollers arranged to form a ring, and a pair of left and right driving disks supported for rotation on the vehicle body frame. Each of the driving disks includes a plurality of rotatable driving rollers, disposed for contact in a twisted relationship with the driven rollers. The vehicle also includes a pair of left and right driven pulleys provided on outer sides of the driving disks, and a pair of left and right driving units, attached to the vehicle body frame above the main wheel, and including motors having output power shafts to which driving pulleys are attached. Endless transmission members interconnect the driving pulleys and the driven pulleys. The left and right driving units are disposed in an vertically offset relationship from each other. 1. An inverted pendulum type vehicle comprising:a vehicle body frame;a main wheel formed by combining a plurality of rotatable driven rollers such that axial lines of rotation of the driven rollers form a ring;left and right driving disks supported for rotation on the vehicle body frame in such a manner as to be positioned on the opposite left and right sides of the vehicle body frame in a substantially coaxial relationship with an axial line of rotation of the main wheel and each including a plurality of rotatable driving rollers disposed for contact in a twisted relationship with the driven rollers;left and right driven pulleys provided coaxially on the vehicle body outer sides of the driving disks;left and right driving units attached to the vehicle body frame above the main wheel and having output power shafts to which driving pulleys are attached; andendless transmission members extending between and around mutually corresponding ones of the driving pulleys and the driven pulleys, whereinthe left and right driving units are disposed in an upwardly and downwardly offset relationship from each other ...

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Номер записи: 33

14-11-2013 дата публикации

INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20130299261A1

Автор: MITSUKAWA Makoto, MORI Yasuka, MUTO Yusuke, YOKOI Motoharu

Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

An inverted pendulum type vehicle is configured to permit a user to easily get on to the vehicle in a forward-facing posture from the rear of a vehicle body. The vehicle includes a seat for supporting a user thereon, as well as a main wheel driven by an inverted pendulum control, a vehicle body frame which rotatably supports the main wheel, and a tail wheel attached to a tail wheel arm, supported for pivotal motion on the vehicle body frame. The seat is attached to the vehicle body frame at an uppermost portion thereof. The vehicle body frame pivots rearwardly around an axle of the driving wheel together with the seat upon cancellation of the inverted pendulum control and the range of pivotal motion thereof is limited by contact thereof with the arm. 1. An inverted pendulum type vehicle comprising:a driving wheel driven based on inverted pendulum control;a vehicle body frame configured to support the driving wheel;a tail wheel attached to a supporting arm supported for pivotal motion on the vehicle body frame; anda seat attached to an uppermost portion of the vehicle body frame for supporting an occupant thereon;wherein the vehicle body frame is capable of inclining rearwardly, around an axle of the driving wheel, within a range of angular inclination which is limited by abutment of the supporting arm and the vehicle body frame with each other.2. The inverted pendulum type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the seat includes a seat face rear portion inclined obliquely rearwardly upwardly with respect to a horizontal direction as viewed from a side of the vehicle claim 1 , when the vehicle is operating under inverted pendulum control.3. The inverted pendulum type vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein the seat face rear portion is positioned in a horizontal direction as viewed in a side elevation claim 2 , or is inclined obliquely rearwardly downwardly with respect to the horizontal direction claim 2 , when the vehicle body frame is oriented at a maximum angular ...

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Номер записи: 34

14-11-2013 дата публикации

INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20130299262A1

Автор: MORI Yasuka, MUTO Yusuke, YOKOI Motoharu

Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

An inverted pendulum type vehicle includes electrical components configured and arranged efficiently to provide a compact structure. The inverted pendulum type vehicle includes a traveling unit, including a main wheel driven under inverted pendulum control. The vehicle also includes a vehicle body frame supported on, and extending upwardly from the traveling unit, as well as a driving unit, including a pair of driving motors supported on the vehicle body frame and disposed above the main wheel for driving the main wheel. An electrical control unit is supported on the vehicle body frame in front of the driving motors for controlling the driving unit. The driving unit is disposed behind a front edge of the main wheel, and the electrical control unit is disposed between a front edge of the main wheel and the front edge of the driving unit. 1. An inverted pendulum type vehicle , comprising:a traveling unit comprising a main wheel driven under inverted pendulum control,a vehicle body frame supported on and extending upwardly from the traveling unit,a driving unit supported on the vehicle body frame and disposed above the main wheel for driving the main wheel, andan electrical control unit supported on the vehicle body frame in front of the driving unit for controlling the driving unit, wherein:the driving unit has a front edge disposed rearwardly of a front edge of the main wheel, andthe electrical control unit is disposed rearwardly of the front edge of the main wheel, and forwardly of a front edge of the driving unit.2. The inverted pendulum type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the electrical control unit is oriented extending in a substantially vertical direction claim 1 , and has a fan for drawing air upwardly therethrough.3. The inverted pendulum type vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein:the electrical control unit includes a controller for the driving unit and a transformer, andthe controller, transformer and fan are arrayed sequentially in a vertical ...

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Номер записи: 35

14-11-2013 дата публикации

INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20130299263A1

Автор: KAMIYAMA Nozomi, SHIMIZU Masahiro, SHIOMI Yoshinobu, TAKEMURA Yoshinari, YADA Wataru

Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

Assembling workability of driving disks to a vehicle body frame, and setting a spacing dimension of left and right driving disks in an axial direction with high accuracy to stabilize a traveling performance of an inverted pendulum type vehicle. The left and right driving disks are assembled to a hollow shaft member in a positioned state in an axial direction to form a subassembly. The hollow shaft member is fixed to a vehicle body frame by a bolt inserted in a central through-hole of the hollow shaft member. 1. An inverted pendulum type vehicle , comprising:a vehicle body frame;a main wheel configured by combining a plurality of rotatable driven rollers such that axial lines of rotation of the driven rollers form a ring;left and right driving disks supported for rotation on the vehicle body frame so as to be positioned on the opposite left and right sides of the main wheel in a substantially coaxial relationship with an axial line of rotation of the main wheel and including a plurality of rotatable driving rollers disposed for contact in a twisted relationship with the driven rollers;a drive unit for driving the driving disks to rotate;an axle comprising a hollow shaft member for supporting the left and right driving disks for individual rotation in a positioned state in the axial direction;a respective fastening member for each of said driving disks, which engages with a threaded portion formed in the proximity of an end portion of the hollow shaft member and fixes the position of the corresponding driving disk in the axial direction; anda supporting shaft inserted in a central through-hole of the hollow shaft member and having an end portion projecting outwardly from the central through-hole and fixed to the vehicle body frame.2. The inverted pendulum type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the drive unit comprises a pair of left and right driving motors attached to the vehicle body frame above the main wheel and having output power shafts to which driving ...

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Номер записи: 36

14-11-2013 дата публикации

INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20130299264A1

Автор: ARAKI Makoto, SHIROKURA Shinya, Takenaka Toru

Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

An inverted pendulum type vehicle includes a control device for controlling a plurality of electric motors, and a portable device, such as a portable telephone, for displaying a center-of-gravity display point indicating the position of a center of gravity and outputting a command for moving the vehicle. The control device controls a first actuator device and a second actuator device so as to move the vehicle according to the command output from the portable device and the tilting of an occupant boarding member. Such inverted pendulum type vehicle makes it possible to learn how to steer the inverted pendulum type vehicle. 1. An inverted pendulum type vehicle including at least a first moving operation unit operable to move on a floor surface , a first actuator device for driving the first moving operation unit , a base assembled with the first moving operation unit and the first actuator device , and an occupant boarding member assembled to the base so as to be tiltable with respect to a vertical direction , the first moving operation unit being configured to move in all directions including a forward-rearward direction and a left-right direction of an occupant boarded on the occupant boarding member by a driving force of the first actuator device , the inverted pendulum type vehicle comprising:a second moving operation unit coupled to one of the first moving operation unit and the base such that an interval is formed between the second moving operation unit and the first moving operation unit in the forward-rearward direction, said second moving operation unit being configured to move on the floor surface in all the directions;a second actuator device for generating a driving force for making at least the second moving operation unit move in the left-right direction;an operating device for outputting a command to move the inverted pendulum type vehicle according to an operation by the occupant boarded on the occupant boarding member;a notifying section for ...

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Номер записи: 37

14-11-2013 дата публикации

Bicycle frame

Номер: US20130300085A1

Автор: Philippe Zecchetto

Принадлежит: Diamant SRL

A bicycle frame comprising a front triangle and a rear triangle. The front triangle comprises, in turn, the following tubular elements: a seat tube; a top tube; a down tube; and a steering tube. Whereas the rear triangle comprises, in turn, the following tubular elements:—two inclined seat stays and two horizontal chain stays. The frame is characterised in that the elements comprised in the front triangle are manufactured as one single piece, and in that the two chain stays are joined to said front triangle by means of a bushing, which is inserted into a seat, which is obtained in correspondence to a bottom bracket axle.

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Номер записи: 38

14-11-2013 дата публикации

INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20130304290A1

Автор: ARAKI Makoto, SHIROKURA Shinya, Takenaka Toru

Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

An inverted pendulum type vehicle includes a control device which sets a target turning angular velocity ωz_cmd to a nonzero value not only when a predetermined steering operation is performed but also at least in an external force application state in which an external force for turning the vehicle about a yaw axis is applied to the vehicle. The control device controls a first actuator device and a second actuator device such that a second moving operation unit has a different velocity from a first moving operation unit in a left-right direction. Such an inverted pendulum type vehicle makes it possible to turn the vehicle easily even in a state in which no steering operation is performed. 1. An inverted pendulum type vehicle including at least a first moving operation unit operable to move on a floor surface , a first actuator device for driving the first moving operation unit , a base assembled with the first moving operation unit and the first actuator device , and an occupant boarding member assembled to the base so as to be tiltable with respect to a vertical direction , the first moving operation unit being configured to move in all directions including a forward-rearward direction and a left-right direction of an occupant boarded on the occupant boarding member by a driving force of the first actuator device , the inverted pendulum type vehicle comprising:a second moving operation unit coupled to one of the first moving operation unit and the base such that an interval is formed between the second moving operation unit and the first moving operation unit in the forward-rearward direction, said second moving operation unit being configured to move on the floor surface in all the directions;a second actuator device for generating a driving force for making at least the second moving operation unit move in the left-right direction; anda control device for performing a turning processing for controlling the first actuator device and the second actuator device ...

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Номер записи: 39

14-11-2013 дата публикации

INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20130304323A1

Автор: SHIROKURA Shinya, Takenaka Toru

Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

An inverted pendulum type vehicle has a first travel operation unit and a second travel operation unit. A controller of the inverted pendulum type vehicle controls an actuator on the basis of a restricted desired value. The restricted desired value is obtained by restricting a basic desired value of the lateral travel velocity of the second travel operation unit by a limiting processor, the basic desired value being for bringing the actual turn angular velocity of the vehicle close to a desired value. The limit width of the limiting processor is variably set according to the actual travel velocity of the second travel operation unit. 1. An inverted pendulum type vehicle having at least a first travel operation unit capable of traveling on a floor surface , a first actuator that drives the first travel operation unit , a base body to which the first travel operation unit and the first actuator are installed , and a rider mounting section attached to the base body such that the rider mounting section is tiltable relative to a vertical direction , wherein the first travel operation unit is configured to be capable of traveling in all directions , including a longitudinal direction and a lateral direction relative to a rider on the rider mounting section , by a driving force of the first actuator , the inverted pendulum type vehicle comprising:a second travel operation unit, which is connected to the first travel operation unit or the base body spaced from the first travel operation unit in the longitudinal direction and which is configured to be capable of traveling in all directions on a floor surface;a second actuator which generates a driving force for causing the second travel operation unit to travel at least in the lateral direction; anda control unit, which controls the first actuator and the second actuator so as to cause the first travel operation unit and the second travel operation unit to carry out travel motions thereof according to at least a tilt of the ...

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Номер записи: 40

21-11-2013 дата публикации

Foldable Scooter

Номер: US20130306392A1

Автор: Schaap Antonius Bernardus

Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a foldable scooter capable of being in a first, unfolded state for transporting a person and in a second, folded state, the foldable scooter comprising a frame having a base comprising a first face capable of serving as a footrest and a second face opposite of the first face, at least one rear wheel being provided at said second face of the base; the foldable scooter further comprising a steering organ and at least one front wheel attached to the steering organ. According to the invention the frame comprises a first frame section comprising the base, the first frame section being hingedly connected to a second frame section, the second frame section having a first face from which two longitudinally extending, spaced-apart shield elements extend, and the foldable scooter comprises a locking organ for locking the foldable scooter in the first unfolded state, wherein in the second, folded state the first face of the base is folded such that the first face of the frame faces the first face of the second frame section with the at least one rear wheel between sides defined by the shield elements, the at least one front wheel being rotated about an axis that is parallel to the axis of rotation of a rear wheel such that it is at least partially between the sides defined by the shield elements. 1. Foldable scooter capable of being in a first , unfolded state for transporting a person and in a second , folded state , the foldable scooter comprising a frame , said frame having a base comprising a first face capable of serving as a footrest and a second face opposite of the first face , at least one rear wheel being provided at said second face of the base; the foldable scooter further comprising a steering organ and at least one front wheel attached to the steering organ , characterized in that the frame comprises a first frame section comprising the footrest of the base , the first frame section being hingedly connected to a second frame section , the ...

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Номер записи: 41

21-11-2013 дата публикации

SCOOTER

Номер: US20130307240A1

Автор: Petutschnig Hubert

Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a scooter with a frame including a footboard and with two wheel units which lie at a distance from each other in the longitudinal direction of the scooter and support the frame via wheel axles. The frame has a frame part which branches off forwards and/or rearwards with respect to the footboard, preferably lies in the vertical longitudinal centre plane of the scooter and supports at least one pivot shaft which lies in the longitudinal centre plane of the scooter, branches off from the frame part at a predetermined angle with respect to the standing plane of the scooter and defines a pivot axis for the particular wheel unit, and the particular wheel unit is arranged rotatably about the pivot axis such that, when the steering column and/or the footboard is tilted laterally, the wheel unit is pivoted with respect to the longitudinal centre plane. 140-. (canceled)41. A scooter comprising:{'b': 2', '3', '1, 'a frame (, ) comprising a foot board ();'}{'b': 7', '8', '2', '3', '25', '26', '50', '2', '3', '3', '2', '1, 'two wheel units (, ) spaced apart in a longitudinal direction of the scooter, and supporting the frame (, ) via wheel axles (, , ), wherein the frame (, ) has a frame part (, ) which with regard to the foot board () extends forward and/or backward, and which preferably lies in a vertical longitudinal center plane of the scooter;'}{'b': 16', '3', '2', '13, 'at least one pivot shaft being positioned in the longitudinal center plane of the scooter and extending from the frame part at a predetermined angle (α) relative to a standing surface () of the scooter, said at least one pivot shaft defining a pivot axis, said frame part (, ) supporting the at least one pivot shaft (); and'}{'b': 7', '8', '30', '1', '7', '8, 'wherein at least one of the two wheel units (, ) is constructed as steerable wheel unit and is arranged pivotal about the pivot axis (A, B) so that when laterally tilting the steering column () and/or the foot board () a ...

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Номер записи: 42

28-11-2013 дата публикации

Aerodynamic bicycle frame

Номер: US20130313804A1

Автор: Christopher P. D'Aluisio, Jean-Luc Callahan

Принадлежит: Specialized Bicycle Components Inc

A bicycle including a main frame, a front wheel mounted for rotation relative to the main frame. a rear dropout, and a rear wheel mounted for rotation relative to the rear dropout about an axis. The rear wheel defines a center plane of the bicycle and is driven by a chain. The bicycle also includes a seat stay coupling the rear dropout to the main frame. The seat stay has an inner surface facing the rear wheel and an outer surface facing away from the rear wheel. The seat stay includes a steep portion having an outer surface disposed at a steep angle of between about 25 degrees and about 75 degrees relative to the center plane, and at least a portion of the steep portion is disposed outboard of the chain.

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Номер записи: 43

05-12-2013 дата публикации

EXTENSION HANDLE FOR CHILDREN'S MECHANICAL, WHEELED VEHICLES

Номер: US20130320643A1

Автор: Grainger Holly J.

Принадлежит:

An extension or towing handle for use with a child's scooter or other children's mechanical, wheeled vehicles, with a rigid, extension handle that affixes to the horizontal handlebar of the children's mechanical, wheeled vehicle by a clamshell-shaped plastic moulding, a metal bracket and various nuts and bolts, or by U-shaped bolts, a bracket and a back plate, or by a bracket. The handle may alternatively be somewhat flexible rather than entirely rigid, and may be telescopic. The handle pivots for a wide, vertical range of motion, to enable comfortable towing by an accompanying adult when in a raised position, as well as stowing in a lowered position when not in use. The handle has little or no horizontal range of motion, so that the accompanying adult may help the child to steer, and may include a finial allowing the user to grip it firmly and comfortably. 1. A towing handle for a children's mechanical wheeled device comprising two ends with an elongated portion arranged therebetween , a first end comprising vehicle attachment means for attaching to a children's vehicle and the second end comprising gripping means for gripping the towing handle by a user in order to pull the children's vehicle along , wherein the vehicle attachment means comprises first and second clam shaped parts , which fix securely together around a part of the wheeled device , and in which the handle is pivotally connected to the first clam-shaped part.2. A towing handle according to claim 2 , wherein at least one of the first and second clam-shaped parts is formed from polymeric material.3. A towing handle according to claim 3 , wherein the first moulded part comprises a metal insert comprising at least one hole which receives a pivot bolt.4. A towing handle according to claim 7 , wherein the first moulded part is formed as a set of jaws each jaw being provided with at least one hole with a pivot bolt arranged therebetween.5. A towing handle according to claim 1 , wherein the vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 44

19-12-2013 дата публикации

Marking device for scooter and removable marking cartridge

Номер: US20130334803A1

Автор: Robert Hadley

Принадлежит: RAZOR USA LLC

A scooter having a marking device that is movable from a first position, in which the marking device does not contact the surface on which the scooter is being operated, and a second position, in which the marking device contacts the surface on which the scooter is being operated. The scooter includes a scooter body which rotatably supports the marking assembly. The marking assembly includes a marking portion which creates markings on a riding surface when in frictional contact with the riding surface. The marking assembly also includes a foot actuation portion which is accessible to the user and allows the user to activate the marking assembly while riding. In one arrangement, the marking portion includes a removable cartridge with marking elements that create markings on the riding surface when in frictional contact with the riding surface.

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Номер записи: 45

16-01-2014 дата публикации

BICYCLE SHOCK WITH EXTENSION ARMS

Номер: US20140015220A1

Автор: Talavasek Jan

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A bicycle frame can have a main frame, a sub-frame and a shock. The sub-frame can move in relation to the main frame and the shock can be used to regulate that relationship. A linkage can also be used to regulate the relationships and control the rotation. The shock can further have a pair of extension arms to span a seat tube which is part of the main frame. 1. (canceled)2. A bicycle assembly comprising:a main frame comprising a seat tube, a head tube, a top tube, and a down tube, wherein both the top tube and the down tube extend at a downward sloping angle from the head tube to the seat tube, the seat tube being a continuous seat tube that extends from the top tube to the down tube;a sub-frame configured to rotate with respect to the main frame comprising a pair of seat stays and a pair of chain stays, each one of the chain stays being pivotally connected to the main frame at one end and pivotally connected to one of the seat stays at an opposite end;a linkage pivotally connected to the seat stays and pivotally connected to the main frame; anda shock comprising a shock body and an extension body integral with the shock body, the shock connected to the main frame and the extension body comprising a pair of extension arms which straddle the seat tube and connect the shock to the linkage, the shock extending at a downward sloping angle with respect to the head tube;wherein the linkage connects to and substantially aligns the shock and the seat stays of the sub-frame as viewed from the side of the bicycle assembly in a rest position.3. The bicycle assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a bottom bracket claim 2 , wherein the seat tube extends from the top tube to the bottom bracket.4. The bicycle assembly of claim 2 , wherein the shock comprises an air spring with an outer sleeve.5. The bicycle assembly of claim 4 , wherein said outer sleeve screws into the extension body.6. The bicycle assembly of claim 2 , wherein the shock comprises three eyelets claim 2 , one on ...

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Номер записи: 46

23-01-2014 дата публикации

SELF-BALANCING VEHICLE WITH SWIVEL SEAT STEERING

Номер: US20140020962A1

Автор: Quick Bradley Scott

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A motorized vehicle includes a pair of opposed wheels and a seat which is mounted so that it can rotate about a vertical axis. The rotational position of the seat is sensed by at least one sensor, such as a potentiometer or rotary encoder, which produces an output signal. This signal is input into a control system which rotates the wheels to steer the vehicle based on the rotational position of the seat. 1. A motorized vehicle for transporting a human over the ground , comprising:(a) a frame;(b) a pair of co-axial, laterally opposed wheels rotatably connected with said frame;(c) a seat connected with said frame for supporting an operator, said seat being mounted for rotation about a substantially vertical axis;(d) a sensing device connected with said frame for sensing the rotational position of said seat and for producing an output signal in accordance with said position; and(e) a control system connected with said wheels and with said sensing device for rotating said wheels to dynamically balance the vehicle in fore and aft directions and for steering the vehicle in accordance with the output signal from said sensing means.2. A motorized vehicle as defined claim 1 , and further comprising a pair of motors connected with said frame and with said pair of wheels respectively claim 1 , said control system varying the direction and speed of rotation of said motors to control the rotation of the wheels claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , to steer the vehicle.3. A motorized vehicle as defined in claim 2 , wherein said sensing device comprises a potentiometer which produces said output signal.4. A motorized vehicle as defined in claim 3 , wherein said control system comprises a microprocessor which receives said output signal from said potentiometer and processes said output signal via a steering proportional claim 3 , integral claim 3 , derivative control loop to control the direction and speed of rotation of said motors to steer the vehicle.5. A motorized vehicle as defined ...

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Номер записи: 47

20-02-2014 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE AND EXTENSIBLE BICYCLE FRAME

Номер: US20140049022A1

Автор: DOPF Anthony Robert

Принадлежит: Brazen Bikes Ltd.

An adjustable bicycle is provided as well as an adjustable frame assembly and an adjustable steering column assembly. The frame assembly includes a seat tube, a head tube and a top tube assembly connecting the seat tube to the head tube. The top tube assembly includes a female tube and a male tube having a front attached to the head tube and the rear telescopically engaging with the female tube. The female tube telescopically slides within the first male tube. A locking mechanism fixes the position of the female tube relative to the male tube. The adjustable steering column assembly includes a steerer tube having a top and a bottom, the bottom being operatively engaged within the head tube. A telescopic tube having a bottom telescopically engages within the steerer tube. A steering column locking mechanism fixes the position of the telescopic tube within the steerer tube. 1. An extensible bicycle frame comprising:a seat tube;a head tube; a first female tube having a front end and a rear end, the rear end attached to the seat tube;', 'a first male tube having a front end and a rear end, the front end attached to the head tube and the rear end telescopically engaged with the front end of the first female tube;, 'a top tube assembly connecting the seat tube to the head tube, the top tube assembly includingwherein the length of the top tube assembly can be adjusted by telescopically sliding the first female tube within the first male tube; anda locking mechanism for fixing the position of the first female tube relative to the first male tube.2. The bicycle frame as in further comprising a second top tube assembly located above and parallel with the top tube assembly claim 1 , the second top tube assembly including:a second female tube having a front end and a rear end, the rear end attached to the seat tube or first female tube; anda second male tube having a front end and a rear end, the front attached to the head tube and the rear end telescopically engaged with the ...

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Номер записи: 48

27-02-2014 дата публикации

Removable dropouts for bicycle frame

Номер: US20140054873A1

Автор: Chris Cocalis

Принадлежит: Individual

A bicycle frame with removable dropouts includes a bicycle frame having a left seat stay and a left chain stay joined at a left junction, and a right seat stay and a right chain stay joined at a right junction. A left dropout is removably connected to the bicycle frame at the left junction, the left dropout including a body defining an opening for receiving a rear wheel. A right dropout is removably connected to the bicycle frame at the right junction, the right dropout including a body defining an opening for receiving the rear wheel.

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Номер записи: 49

27-02-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRIC-POWERED SELF-BALANCING UNICYCLE

Номер: US20140058600A1

Автор: Hoffmann Christopher J., OZRELIC Anthony J.

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An electric powered self-balancing unicycle may include a single wheel assembly having a drive system substantially contained within the wheel, a frame and handlebars including a four-bar linkage mechanism pivotably connected to the wheel assembly by a fork. 1. A one-wheeled vehicle comprising:a wheel assembly including a single wheel having an axis of rotation and a rim having an inner circumference;an electric drive system coupled to the wheel assembly and substantially contained within the inner circumference of the rim;a frame generally oriented perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the wheel, the frame having a free end portion and a pivoting end portion;a handlebar operatively connected to the free end portion of the frame; anda support assembly having a first end pivotably connected to the pivoting end portion of the frame and a second end affixed to the wheel assembly;wherein the frame is configured to pivot side to side relative to the wheel assembly, as limited by a mechanical stop.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the pivotable connection between the connector assembly and the frame comprises a head tube disposed behind a vertical line running through the axis of rotation.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the head tube angle is about 15 to about 35 degrees relative to vertical.4. The vehicle of claim 3 , wherein the head tube angle is about 20 degrees.5. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the vertical line intersects a support surface at a first point claim 2 , a line through a long axis of the head tube intersects the support surface at a second point claim 2 , and the head tube is offset from the vertical line such that the second point is behind the first point relative to a forward direction of vehicle travel.6. The vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a seat assembly for carrying the weight of a rider claim 1 , the seat assembly being operatively connected to the frame between the free end and the pivoting end.7. The vehicle of claim 6 , the ...

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Номер записи: 50

06-03-2014 дата публикации

COLLAPSIBLE SKATEBOARD

Номер: US20140062044A1

Автор: Tsai Shui-Te

Принадлежит: RAZOR USA, LLC

A collapsible skateboard includes an upright handle having lower portion on which is fixedly mounted a bracket, a connector having a curved slot having a lower end formed with a horizontal recess, an upper end formed with a vertical recess, and a circular hole under the vertical recess, an adjust pin inserted into the vertical recess of the connector and the elongated hole of the bracket, a pivot pin fitted through the circular hole of the connector and the circular hole of the bracket, a spring having an upper end connected to the adjust pin and a lower end to the pivot pin, and a platform on which is fixedly mounted the connector, whereby the skateboard can be easily folded up as desired. 1. A collapsible scooter , comprising: a first portion comprising a handle and supporting a front wheel;', 'a second portion supporting a rear wheel, wherein said first portion and said second portion are rotatably coupled for relative movement between a collapsed position and an operable position;, 'a frame, comprisinga surface comprising a first recess and a second recess associated with one of said first portion and said second portion;a movable pin associated with said other of said first portion and said second portion and oriented parallel to an axis of rotation between said first portion and said second portion, said movable pin movable independently of said other of said first portion and said second portion and positionable into engagement with said first recess to secure said collapsible scooter in said collapsed position and positionable into engagement with said second recess to secure said collapsible scooter in said operable position; anda control mechanism that is capable of moving said movable pin to release said movable pin from said first recess and to release said movable pin from said second recess, wherein said control mechanism converts a rotational motion of a lever of said control mechanism into a linear motion of said movable pin.2. The collapsible ...

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Номер записи: 51

06-03-2014 дата публикации

INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE, AND CONTROL METHOD OF INVERTED PENDULUM TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20140067177A1

Автор: Akimoto Kazushi, Kobashi Shinichiro, Murakami Hideo

Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

A controller of a vehicle is equipped with a first control , which is configured to control a first actuator so as to move a traveling motion unit according to tilting of an occupant mounting section , and a second control unit , which is configured to control, in a case where a turning command is output from a joystick , an electric motor such that a steering direction of a wheel viewed from above the vehicle becomes tilted with respect to a direction of a moving velocity vector V of the traveling motion unit 1. An inverted pendulum type vehicle at least comprising: a traveling motion unit configured to be capable of traveling on a floor surface; a first actuator that drives the traveling motion unit; a base body to which the traveling motion unit and the first actuator are installed; and an occupant mounting section attached to the base body such that the occupant mounting section is tiltable relative to a vertical direction , wherein the traveling motion unit is configured to be capable of traveling in all directions , including a longitudinal direction and a lateral direction relative to an occupant on the occupant mounting section , by a driving force of the first actuator , the inverted pendulum type vehicle further comprising:a wheel, which is connected to the traveling motion unit or the base body at an interval from the traveling motion unit in the longitudinal direction, which is configured to be capable of rolling freely on the floor surface, and which is provided so as to be steered in a yaw direction;a second actuator which steers the wheel in the yaw direction;a turning command output unit configured to output a turning command for turning the inverted pendulum type vehicle; anda controller configured to control operations of the first actuator and the second actuator,wherein the controller is equipped with a first control unit which is configured to control the first actuator so as to make the traveling motion unit travel at least according to tilting ...

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Номер записи: 52

06-03-2014 дата публикации

TWO-WHEELED INVERTED PENDULUM VEHICLE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20140067178A1

Автор: Bitoh Hiroshi, Taira Tetsuya

Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A two-wheeled inverted pendulum vehicle includes: single-winding first and second motors respectively rotating one of two wheels; first and second control systems respectively supplying drive currents to the first and second motors; a sensor detecting a physical quantity that varies with a turn of the vehicle; a dynamic brake unit being able to switch between active and inactive states of dynamic brake being applied to the first motor; and a control unit, when the control unit has determined that the vehicle is turning about the second motor side on the basis of the physical quantity while supply of drive current from the first control system to the first motor is inhibited, activating dynamic brake in the dynamic brake unit. The first control system, when an abnormality has been detected in the first control system, inhibits supply of drive current from the first control system to the first motor. 1. A two-wheeled inverted pendulum vehicle comprising:a single-winding first motor and a single-winding second motor configured to respectively rotate one of two wheels;a first control system and a second control system configured to respectively supply drive currents to the first motor and the second motor;a sensor configured to detect a physical quantity that varies with a turn of the two-wheeled inverted pendulum vehicle;a dynamic brake unit configured to be able to switch between an active state where dynamic brake is applied to the first motor and an inactive state where dynamic brake is not applied to the first motor; anda control unit configured to, when the control unit has determined that the two-wheeled inverted pendulum vehicle is turning about the second motor side on the basis of the physical quantity detected by the sensor while supply of drive current from the first control system to the first motor is inhibited, activate dynamic brake in the dynamic brake unit, whereinthe first control system is configured to, when an abnormality has been detected in the ...

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Номер записи: 53

13-03-2014 дата публикации

TWO-WHEELED BATTERY-POWERED VEHICLE

Номер: US20140069733A1

Автор: Fawcett Chris, Kahlert Ulrich

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A two-wheel battery-powered vehicle having a platform, two wheels connected to the platform, a battery-powered wheel drive driving the two wheels, an attachment connected to the platform, and a sensor device arranged in the platform. A person standing on the platform and engaging the attachment moves the platform into an angle position corresponding to a body position of the person. Based on the angle position of the platform relative to a horizontal position, the sensor device controls the wheel drive such that the wheel drive, by acceleration or deceleration, keeps the vehicle and the person standing on the platform in a balanced position. The attachment has a leg support device for at least one leg of the person standing on the platform in order to keep the platform at a desired angle position. The leg support device is adjustable. 142-. (canceled)43. A two-wheel battery-powered vehicle comprising: a platform; two wheels connected to the platform; a battery-powered wheel drive driving the two wheels; an attachment connected to the platform; and a sensor device arranged in the platform , wherein a person standing on the platform and engaging the attachment moves the platform into an angle position corresponding to a body position of the person , wherein , based on the angle position of the platform relative to a horizontal position , the sensor device controls the wheel drive such that the wheel drive , by acceleration or deceleration , keeps the vehicle and the person standing on the platform in a balanced position , wherein the attachment has a leg support device for at least one leg of the person standing on the platform in order to keep the platform at a desired angle position.44. The vehicle according to claim 43 , wherein the leg support device is provided to lie on a lower leg of the person.45. The vehicle according to claim 43 , wherein the leg support device is provided to lie on the leg upon an area of a calf of the person.46. The vehicle according to ...

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Номер записи: 54

13-03-2014 дата публикации

KICK SKATER

Номер: US20140070508A1

Автор: Yamabe Hideyasu

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During braking of a kick skater, the danger of falling rearward is thoroughly eliminated. The kick skater includes a front wheel capable of being manually braked, rear wheels and , and lever units - capable of vertically tilting. When the front wheel is raised to a predetermined height h from the ground, a ground contact part comes into contact with the ground behind an axle of each of the rear wheels and so as to tilt the lever units -, bringing the front end of a lever member into contact with each of the rear wheels and 1. A kick skater comprising:a front wheel capable of being manually braked;a rear wheel; anda lever unit capable of vertically tilting,wherein when the front wheel is raised to a predetermined height from ground, one end of the lever unit comes into contact with the ground so as to tilt the lever unit, bringing the other end of the lever unit into contact with the rear wheel.2. The kick skater according to claim 1 , wherein the one end in contact with the ground is located behind a shaft of the rear wheel.3. The kick skater according to claim 2 , wherein the lever unit has a substantially vertical part continuing to the one end on the ground. The present invention relates to a kick skater.A known kick skater having a tricycle structure is provided with an inverted-T-type board for boarding of a rider, a front wheel operable with a handlebar, and a pair of left and right swivel rear wheels (for example, see Design Registration No. 1333819).The kick skater of Design Registration No. 1333819 includes a brake lever attached to the handlebar as a brake mechanism. The brake lever is operated to press the guard of the front wheel to the tread of the front wheel, thereby applying a brake to the front wheel.However, the kick skater of Design Registration No. 1333819 applies a brake only to the front wheel, but not to the rear wheels when the brake lever is operated. Thus, if the front wheel is raised from a ground surface by straightening up the back of a ...

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Номер записи: 55

20-03-2014 дата публикации

FOLDING TYPE BICYCLE

Номер: US20140076649A1

Автор: KIM Jeong Rae, KO Chang Bok

Принадлежит: MANDO CORPORATION

A folding type bicycle is disclosed. The disclosed folding type bicycle includes a front frame provided with a front wheel and a handle, a center frame provided with pedals and a saddle, a rear frame provided with a rear wheel, a hinge device to enable the front frame, the center frame and the rear frame to pivot about one another, to be foldable with respect to one another, the hinge device comprising a front hinge member provided at the front frame, a center hinge member provided at the center frame, and a rear hinge member provided at the rear frame, a hinge shaft centrally provided at the hinge device, a front rim provided at the front hinge member, a center rim provided at the center hinge member and a rear rim provided at the rear hinge member, and rolling members to enable rolling-contact among the front, center and rear rims. 1. A folding type bicycle comprising:a front frame provided with a front wheel and a handle;a center frame provided with pedals and a saddle;a rear frame provided with a rear wheel;a hinge device to enable the front frame, the center frame and the rear frame to pivot about one another, to be foldable with respect to one another, the hinge device comprising a front hinge member provided at the front frame, a center hinge member provided at the center frame, and a rear hinge member provided at the rear frame;a hinge shaft centrally provided at the hinge device;a front rim provided at the front hinge member, a center rim provided at the center hinge member and a rear rim provided at the rear hinge member; anda plurality of rolling members to enable rolling-contact among the front, center and rear rims.2. The folding type bicycle according to claim 1 , wherein:each of the front and rear rims comprises rim guides each having an arc shape, and rim protrusions extending from opposite ends of each of the rim guides, respectively; andeach of the rolling members comprises a cylinder fitted in a fitting hole formed at the center frame, and rollers ...

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Номер записи: 56

03-04-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRIC SCOOTER ASSEMBLIES

Номер: US20140090916A1

Автор: Edlauer Kenneth, Groenhuyzen Mark, II Jack B., Klingl Joseph C., Lovley

Принадлежит: BRAVO SPORTS

In some embodiments, an electric scooter comprises a deck configured to support a rider, front and rear wheels, a handlebar assembly that includes a handlebar, a left handle, and a right handle, a steering column that includes a steering tube and the handlebar assembly, and an electric motor configured to provide mechanical power to at least one of the front and the rear wheels. One or more of the steering column, steering tube, handlebar assembly, handlebar, left handle, right handle, and deck can be configured to be detachable and comprise one or more rechargeable battery packs. In addition, one or more of the steering column, steering tube, handlebar assembly, handlebar, left handle, right handle, and deck can be configured to receive one or more removable rechargeable batteries. 1. An electric scooter comprising:a deck configured to support a rider;a front wheel and a rear wheel;a handlebar assembly comprising a handlebar, a left handle, and a right handle;a steering column comprising a steering tube and the handlebar assembly, the steering column configured to steer the scooter by controlling a direction of the front wheel; andan electric motor configured to provide mechanical power to at least one of the front and the rear wheels;wherein one or more of the steering column, steering tube, handlebar assembly, handlebar, left handle, right handle, and deck are configured to be detachable and comprise one or more rechargeable battery packs, the one or more rechargeable battery packs configured to power the electric motor.2. The electric scooter of claim 1 , wherein the left and right handles are configured to be separately detachable claim 1 , and the left handle and right handle each comprises at least one of the one or more rechargeable battery packs.3. The electric scooter of claim 2 , wherein the one or more battery rechargeable packs comprise lithium-ion rechargeable batteries.4. The electric scooter of claim 2 , wherein the left and right handles are ...

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Номер записи: 57

03-04-2014 дата публикации

SCOOTER ASSEMBLIES

Номер: US20140091546A1

Автор: Edlauer Kenneth, Groenhuyzen Mark, II Jack B., Klingl Joseph C., Lovley

Принадлежит: BRAVO SPORTS

In some embodiments, a scooter comprises a deck configured to support a rider, a front wheel and a rear wheel, a steering column, and a foot brake. The steering column can include a steering tube and a handlebar assembly, and the steering column can be used to steer the scooter by controlling a direction of the front wheel. The foot brake can be configured to apply a braking force to the rear wheel when the foot brake is pressed down. For example, the foot brake can be configured to rotate about a pivot axis when the foot brake is pressed down. The foot brake also can be configured to return to an un-pivoted position when the foot brake is no longer pressed down. 1. A scooter comprising:a deck configured to support a rider;a front wheel and a rear wheel;a steering column comprising a steering tube and a handlebar assembly, the steering column configured to steer the scooter by controlling a direction of the front wheel; anda foot brake, wherein the foot brake is configured to apply a braking force to the rear wheel when the foot brake is pressed down;wherein an upper surface of the foot brake extends in a continuous fashion from an upper surface of a portion of the deck immediately forward of the foot brake.2. The scooter of claim 1 , wherein the foot brake is further configured to rotate about a pivot axis when the foot brake is pressed down.3. The scooter of claim 2 , wherein the foot brake is further configured to return to its un-pivoted position when the foot brake is no longer pressed down.4. The scooter of claim 3 , wherein a rear portion of the deck comprises the foot brake.5. The scooter of claim 4 , wherein the foot brake comprises a plurality of ridges configured to enhance a traction of the foot brake.6. The scooter of claim 5 , wherein the foot brake comprises three ridges.7. The scooter of claim 3 , wherein the foot brake and the deck are separate.8. The scooter of claim 7 , wherein the foot brake comprises a plurality of ridges configured to enhance a ...

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Номер записи: 58

01-01-2015 дата публикации

STEP-THROUGH BICYCLE FRAME

Номер: US20150001828A1

Автор: Silva Gary

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A bicycle having a bicycle frame comprising a head tube, a top tube, a down tube, a bottom bracket and at least one chain stay. A single, tubular member has a first portion that forms the top tube and extends downwardly from the head tube toward the bottom bracket and a unitary second portion that extends upwardly from the bottom bracket to form the seat tube. A plurality of struts extends between the tubular member and the down tube, bottom bracket or at least one chain stay. In some arrangements, the down tube and the at least one chain stay are the only frame members that contact the bottom bracket. In some arrangements, the top tube contacts the down tube at an intermediate portion thereof 1. A bicycle frame , comprising:a head tube;a bottom bracket configured to support a pedal crank assembly;a down tube extending between the head tube and the bottom bracket;at least one chain stay extending in from the bottom bracket in a direction generally opposite the down tube;a single, tubular member having a first portion that forms a top tube extending downwardly from the head tube toward the bottom bracket and a unitary second portion that extends upwardly from the bottom bracket to form a seat tube;a plurality of struts extending between the tubular member and the down tube or at least one chain stay;wherein the down tube and the at least one chain stay are the only frame members that contact the bottom bracket.2. The bicycle frame of claim 1 , wherein a first one of the plurality of struts extends from a location on the down tube forward of the bottom bracket to a location on the tubular member vertically above or rearward of the bottom bracket.3. The bicycle frame of claim 2 , wherein a second one of the plurality of struts extends from the tubular member at a location on the seat tube to the at least one chain stay.4. The bicycle frame of claim 3 , wherein the portions of the first one and the second one of the plurality of struts secured to the tubular member are ...

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Номер записи: 59

01-01-2015 дата публикации

Suspension for Mountain Bicycles

Номер: US20150001829A1

Автор: Brian David Berthold

Принадлежит: Individual

Unique suspension apparatuses, systems and methods useful for mountain bicycles among other applications are disclosed. In certain exemplary embodiments the suspension is self adjusting to meet different performance objectives. The suspension may utilize pedaling force to substantially stiffen or lock out movement of the suspension, for example, during climbing. The suspension may change its performance under reduced pedaling force to provide performance characteristics desired when a rider is descending. Certain exemplary embodiments include a rocker arm connected to a first frame portion at a first rocker arm pivot, connected to a seatstay at a second rocker arm pivot, and connected to a second link at a third rocker arm pivot. The first link is connected to the first frame portion at a first link pivot, connected to the chainstay at a second link pivot, and connected to the shock and the second link at a third link pivot.

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Номер записи: 60

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Mounting Bar, Mounting Bracket, And Kit For Use With A Bicycle

Номер: US20210001948A1

Автор: Barbagallo Ronald Peter, Provost Michael Anthony

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A mounting bar, bracket, and kit have been developed such that they can couple to a head tube of the bicycle when in a first configuration and then couple to a top tube of a bicycle when in a second configuration. The bracket may be integral with the mounting bar or may be a separate component. 1. A kit for mounting accessories to a bicycle , the kit comprising:a mounting bar having a first end, a second end, and a body having a length extending along an axis, the first end configured for coupling to a front portion of the bicycle, the second end configured for coupling to a rear portion of the bicycle; anda mounting bracket having a head tube coupling portion, a top tube coupling portion, and at least one flange extending therefrom, the at least one flange oriented at an angle of 65 to 85 degrees relative to the axis,wherein the mounting bracket is positioned adjacent the first end of the mounting bar, the head tube coupling portion is configured to contact a head tube portion of the bicycle in a first configuration and the top tube coupling portion of the mounting bracket is configured to contact a top tube portion of the bicycle in a second configuration.2. The kit of wherein the mounting bracket is removably secured within the first end of the mounting bar.3. The kit of further comprising a front coupling bracket and a top coupling bracket claim 1 , wherein the front coupling bracket is configured to couple to the head tube coupling portion of the mounting bracket in the first configuration and the top coupling bracket in the second configuration.4. The kit of wherein the mounting bar comprises at least two body portions wherein a first body portion is configured to be slidably received in a second body portion to adjust a distance between the first and second ends.5. A mounting bracket for use in mounting accessories to a bicycle claim 1 , the bracket comprising:a front portion having a head tube coupling surface that is configured to at least partially contact ...

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Номер записи: 61

07-01-2021 дата публикации

PIVOT JOINT AND VEHICLES THAT EMPLOY A PIVOT JOINT

Номер: US20210001950A1

Автор: Connaughton Shane, Manton David, McGowan John, Whyte Barry

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In an aspect, a collapsing foot-deck-based vehicle is provided and includes a foot deck, at least two wheels coupled to the foot deck, and a handle structure coupled to the foot deck via a locking pivot joint. The handle structure includes at least one handle. The locking pivot joint has a pivot axis that is generally unparallel with a horizontal plane defined by the lowermost surfaces of the at least two wheels. The handle structure is selectively pivotable via the locking pivot joint between a riding configuration in which the handle is generally distal from the foot deck for gripping by a rider of the foot-deck-based vehicle, and a collapsed configuration in which the handle is generally proximal to the foot deck. 1. A collapsing foot-deck-based vehicle , comprising:a foot deck;at least two wheels coupled to the foot deck; anda handle structure coupled to the foot deck via a locking pivot joint, the handle structure comprising at least one handle, the locking pivot joint having a pivot axis that is generally unparallel with a horizontal plane defined by the lowermost surfaces of the at least two wheels, the handle structure being selectively pivotable via the locking pivot joint between a riding configuration in which the handle is generally distal from the foot deck for gripping by a rider of the foot-deck-based vehicle, and a collapsed configuration in which the handle is generally proximal to the foot deck.2. A collapsing foot-deck-based vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the pivot axis is inclined between about 30 degrees and about 60 degrees from the horizontal plane.3. A collapsing foot-deck-based vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the foot deck comprises:a generally planar portion; anda generally sloped portion extending from the generally planar portion at a fore end thereof.4. A collapsing foot-deck-based vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the locking pivot joint is positioned at the generally sloped portion of the foot deck.5. A collapsing ...

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Номер записи: 62

07-01-2016 дата публикации

Kick scooter having a steering control

Номер: US20160001844A1

Автор: Owen Neil

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A kick scooter includes a deck including a through hole in a hole, a flexible protruding member formed on the through hole, and a head tube having a through aperture; a steering tube including an aperture; a lock assembly including a projection having two parallel grooves, and a push button; a spring biased detent for fastening the steering tube and the deck together; and a steering control including a connecting member having a cavity; two pivotal members each having an end secured to a front wheel, and a bearing in a through hole; two cylinders each in either end of the connecting member and another through hole; and a biasing member biased between the cylinders. The steering control is unlocked with the protruding member in one groove and the pivotal members configured to pivot about the bearings. A pressing of the push button locks the connecting member. 1a deck including a hole in a front end, a through hole in the hole, a flexible protruding member formed on the through hole, two bossed holes formed on a bottom of the front end, and a head tube disposed rearward of the hole and having a through aperture;a rear wheel rotatably connected to the deck;a steering tube including an aperture;a handlebar telescopically secured to in a steering tube;a lock assembly including a projection disposed in the through hole and having two parallel grooves, and a push button disposed on the hole;a plurality of steps formed on an inner surface of the head tube;a plurality of recesses formed on a bottom edge of the steering tube and disposed on the steps;a detent including a projecting member at a first end, the projecting member projecting out of the aperture, a support block at a second end, the support block engaging an inner surface of the steering tube, and an elastic member interconnecting the projecting member and the support block wherein the projecting member further projects out of the through aperture to fasten the steering tube and the deck together; anda steering ...

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Номер записи: 63

05-01-2017 дата публикации

CONTROL OF A PERSONAL TRANSPORTER BASED ON USER POSITION

Номер: US20170001676A1

Автор: Ambrogi Robert R., Dattolo James J., Duggan Robert J., Field J. Douglas, Heinzmann Richard Kurt, Kamen Dean, McCambridge Matthew M., Morrell John B., Piedmonte Michael D., Rosasco Richard J.

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An apparatus controller for prompting a rider to be positioned on a vehicle in such a manner as to reduce lateral instability due to lateral acceleration of the vehicle. The apparatus has an input for receiving specification from the rider of a desired direction of travel, and indicating means for reflecting to the rider a propitious instantaneous body orientation to enhance stability in the face of lateral acceleration. The indicating may include a handlebar that is pivotable with respect to the vehicle and that is driven in response to vehicle turning. 1. A vehicle for carrying a load over terrain , the vehicle comprising:at least two ground-contacting elements;at least one gyroscope detecting an orientation of the vehicle and characteristics of the terrain;at least two motors associated with the at least two ground-contacting elements; anda controller commanding the at least two motors to apply sufficient torque to spin the at least two ground-contacting elements based on the orientation and the terrain characteristics.3. The vehicle as in wherein the controller commands the at least two motors to apply sufficient torque to spin the at least two ground-contacting elements based on the movement and the battery level.4. The vehicle as in wherein the controller detects the battery level claim 2 , the controller limiting a top speed of the transporter based on the battery level.5. The vehicle as in wherein the at least one sensor further comprises:a weight sensor detecting a weight shift of the load, the weight shift indicating a desired direction.8. The method as in further comprising:detecting, by the at least one sensor, a weight shift of the load, the weight shift indicating a desired direction. The present application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/626,646, filed Feb. 19, 2015, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/446,969, filed Jul. 30, 2014, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/857,737, filed Apr. 5, ...

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Номер записи: 64

05-01-2017 дата публикации

KICKSCOOTER WITH DETACHABLE ELECTRIC DRIVE MODULE WITH HUB-CENTER STEERING AND VIBRATION DAMPENING WHEEL

Номер: US20170001683A1

Автор: Gerencsér Gábor

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A number of variations may include a foldable scooter comprising a first frame component, wherein the first frame component comprises a steering column and a handlebar, wherein the steering column is integrated with an electric drive unit speed controller which is constructed and arranged to operatively control a removeable electric drive module; a second frame component, wherein the second frame component is rotatably attached to the first frame component so that the first frame component can fold onto the second frame component and wherein the second frame component includes a deck; a front wheel operatively connected to the first frame component; and a rear wheel operatively connected to the second frame component. 1. A foldable scooter comprising:a first frame component, wherein the first frame component comprises a steering column and a handlebar, wherein the steering column is integrated with an electric drive unit speed controller which is constructed and arranged to operatively control a removeable electric drive module;a second frame component, wherein the second frame component is rotatably attached to the first frame component so that the first frame component can fold onto the second frame component and wherein the second frame component includes a deck;a front wheel operatively connected to the first frame component; anda rear wheel operatively connected to the second frame component,2. The foldable scooter of claim I further comprising a removable electric drive module , wherein the electric drive module comprises a battery , a motor , a motor controller , a pivot arm , a charger point , and a housing which surrounds at least a portion of the battery , the motor , the controller , the pivot arm , and the charger point , and wherein the electric drive module is attached to the foldable scooter and controlled by the electric drive unit speed controller.3. The foldable scooter of wherein the electric drive unit speed controller wirelessly controls the ...

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Номер записи: 65

03-01-2019 дата публикации

All Limb Powered And Steered Front Wheel Drive Land Vehicle

Номер: US20190002055A1

Автор: Reed Christopher Drake

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An all limb powered and steered front wheel drive land vehicle comprises a seat (), a front wheel (), a rear wheel (), a front drive component () and a frame () wherein; the seat () and a rear wheel () are mounted on a rear portion of the frame (); wherein the front wheel () and front drive component () are mounted on a front portion of the frame (); wherein the front drive component () comprises a drive mechanism () for driving the front wheel () and a connecting rod ()comprising two hand grips for driving the drive mechanism () and a lever () comprising two foot pegs for driving the connecting rod () and a fulcrum () mounting the lever () to the frame (). Employing all four limbs of a comfortably seated rider for power and steering, this high performance bicycle converts into a tricycle by removing the rear wheel () and replacing it with an axle () and a left rear wheel () and a right rear wheel (). 1. The all limb powered and steered front wheel drive land vehicle comprising a seat , a front wheel , a rear wheel , a front drive component , and a frame; wherein the seat and rear wheel are mounted on the rear portion of the frame; wherein the front wheel and front drive component are mounted on the front portion of the frame; wherein the front drive component comprises a drive mechanism for driving the front wheel and a connecting rod comprising two hand grips for driving the drive mechanism and a lever comprising two foot pegs for driving the connecting rod and a fulcrum mounting the lever on the front portion of the frame.2. The all limb powered and steered front wheel drive land vehicle in claim 1 , wherein the lever bar forks in three directions at the fulcrum: one bar swinging on the left side of the front wheel and one bar swinging on the right side of the front wheel and one opposing bar pivotally attaching to the connecting rod.3. The all limb powered and steered front wheel drive land vehicle in claim 1 , wherein the seat is suspended from a backrest that ...

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Номер записи: 66

01-01-2015 дата публикации

BICYCLE FRAME WITH INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING AND METHOD FOR MAKING THE SAME

Номер: US20150004412A1

Автор: Jankura Robb H.

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A method of making a portion of a bicycle frame including positioning a low-friction mandrel adjacent a flexible mandrel with a first fibrous material in between. The mandrels are wrapped with second fibrous material, and the mandrels are inserted into a mold. The second fibrous material is cured to produce a cured assembly, the cured assembly is withdrawn from the mold, and the low-friction mandrel is removed from the cured assembly to produce an internal passageway. The flexible mandrel can includes a recess, and the step of positioning can include inserting the low-friction mandrel into the recess of the flexible mandrel. Preferably, the low-friction mandrel has a cross sectional shape that substantially matches a cross-sectional shape of the recess. The invention is also embodied in a portion of a bicycle frame, such as a portion of the frame during the manufacturing process, and having similar features as recited above. 1. A method of making a portion of a bicycle frame comprising:positioning a low-friction mandrel adjacent a flexible mandrel with a first fibrous material in between the low-friction mandrel and the flexible mandrel;wrapping the flexible mandrel and low-friction mandrel with second fibrous material;inserting the flexible mandrel and low-friction mandrel into a mold;curing the second fibrous material to produce a cured assembly;withdrawing the cured assembly from the mold; andremoving the low-friction mandrel from the cured assembly to produce an internal passageway.2. A method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein positioning includes wrapping the low-friction mandrel with the first fibrous material.3. A method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the low-friction mandrel comprises polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).4. A method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first fibrous material comprises composite fibers pre-impregnated with an uncured matrix.5. A method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the flexible mandrel comprises silicone.6. A method as claimed in ...

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Номер записи: 67

13-01-2022 дата публикации

Foot-deck-based vehicles with pivot joint and first and second release members

Номер: US20220009582A1

Автор: John McGowan

Принадлежит: Yvolve Sports Ltd

In an aspect, there is provided a foot-deck-based vehicle which includes a foot deck, wheels, a handlebar structure including a handle and a handlebar stem, a joint connecting the handlebar stem and the foot deck, a first release member and a second release member. The joint permits the handlebar structure to move between a use position and a storage position. The first release member is movable between a first locking position and a first unlocking position, and the second release member is movable between a second locking position and a second unlocking position. When the first and second release members are in the first and second unlocking positions, the handlebar structure is movable between the use and storage positions. The first and second release members are movable in first and second directions, which are at at least a selected angle relative to one another.

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Номер записи: 68

08-01-2015 дата публикации

Tri-fold, vehicle chassis

Номер: US20150008655A1

Автор: Jon P. Moldestad

Принадлежит: Individual

The teachings provided herein are generally directed to compact vehicle drive mechanisms that can be used in the design of a foldable, carry-on vehicle. The compact drive mechanisms presented herein, for example, have contributed to the advent of the compact, carry-on bicycles set-forth in the teachings which include drive-and-steering units and drive-and-chassis units.

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Номер записи: 69

12-01-2017 дата публикации

Scooter with rear swivel wheel

Номер: US20170008589A1

Автор: Robert Chen

Принадлежит: RAZOR USA LLC

A personal mobility vehicle or scooter includes a least one swivel caster wheel supported at the rear of the scooter. The scooter has a body that includes a deck and a handlebar assembly. The scooter includes at least one front wheel with the deck extending between the at least one front wheel and the at least one swivel wheel. The scooter can also include an angled rear portion supporting a rear swivel caster wheel such that the pivot axis of the swivel wheel is inclined with respect to the top surface of the deck. Embodiments of the scooter also include a swivel braking assembly configured to apply a braking force to the at least one swivel wheel.

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Номер записи: 70

12-01-2017 дата публикации

SELF-BALANCING UNICYCLE DEVICE

Номер: US20170008590A1

Автор: Artemev Timur

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A self-balancing transportation device is disclosed. The device comprises: a chassis; a drive arrangement adapted to move the transportation device; a balance control system adapted to maintain fore-aft balance of the transportation device; at least one support platform for supporting a load for transportation; and a coupling arrangement configured to couple the at least one support platform to the chassis. The coupling arrangement is adapted to allow the at least one support platform to move relative to the chassis in response to horizontal acceleration or deceleration of the transportation device. 1. A self-balancing transportation device comprising:a chassis;a drive arrangement adapted to move the transportation device;a balance control system adapted to maintain fore-aft balance of the transportation device;at least one support platform for supporting a load for transportation; anda coupling arrangement configured to couple the at least one support platform to the chassis, the coupling arrangement being adapted to allow the at least one support platform to move relative to the chassis in response to horizontal acceleration or deceleration of the transportation device.2. The transportation device of claim 1 , wherein the coupling arrangement is adapted to maintain the at least one support platform in a constant orientation when it moves relative to the chassis.3. The transportation device of claim 2 , wherein the coupling arrangement comprises a mechanical linkage having at least one link arm claim 2 , wherein the at least one link arm has two ends and is pivotally coupled to the chassis at one end and is pivotally coupled to the at least one support platform at the other end.4. The transportation device of claim 3 , wherein the coupling arrangement comprises two link arms that are of substantially equal length such that the two link arms together with the chassis and the at least one support platform form a parallelogram four bar linkage.5. The transportation ...

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Номер записи: 71

12-01-2017 дата публикации

SCOOTER WITH REMOVABLE TOY

Номер: US20170008592A1

Автор: Desberg Ian

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A scooter having a handlebar assembly that includes a vertical portion supporting a handlebar. The vertical portion includes an opening at its top end and the opening is configured to receive an elongate portion of a toy. The assembly also includes a ring portion at the opening of the vertical portion and the ring portion frictionally engages the elongate portion of the toy. The vertical portion and the ring portion are configured to securely support the elongate portion of the toy. 118.-. (canceled)19. A scooter comprising:a body having a deck and a footrest surface; an upwardly extending member comprising an opening;', 'a locking mechanism coupled to the upwardly extending member adjacent the opening; and', 'a handlebar supported by the upwardly extending member, the handlebar comprising grip portions accessible to a user;, 'a handlebar assembly operably coupled to the body, includinga toy comprising an elongate portion,wherein the opening is configured to receive the elongate portion of the toy, the toy being securely supported by the handlebar assembly such that the toy is separate and removable from the handlebar and grip portions, andwherein the locking mechanism engages the elongate portion of the toy when the elongate portion of the toy is received within the opening to limit movement of the toy relative to the handlebar assembly when a force is applied to the handlebar assembly.20. The scooter of claim 19 , wherein the locking mechanism includes at least one protruding member extending inward from an inner surface of the locking mechanism claim 19 , and the at least one protruding member engages the elongate portion of the toy when the elongate portion is received within the opening.21. The scooter of claim 19 , wherein the upwardly extending member includes a hollow tube having an inner surface that is sized and shaped to receive the elongate portion of the toy.22. The scooter of claim 21 , wherein a cross-section of the inner surface of the upwardly ...

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Номер записи: 72

14-01-2016 дата публикации

Protective Cover

Номер: US20160009330A1

Автор: Yeh Ching-Ho

Принадлежит:

A kick scooter includes a steering tube; a deck including a support tube on a top at a front end, the support tube being pivotably secured to the steering tube, two bossed holes on an underside, two through holes in front of the bossed holes, a recess at the front end, and a mounting member disposed in the recess; an axle secured to the steering tube through the mounting member; a rear wheel rotatably connected to the deck; two front wheels rotatably connected to two ends of the axle respectively; and a protective cover including two first bossed holes on an underside and releasably secured to the bossed holes of the deck, two second bossed holes on the underside and releasably secured to the through holes of the deck, and a through hole with the support tube secured thereto. The protective cover is replaceable. 1a steering tube;a deck including a support tube on a top at a front end, the support tube being pivotably secured to the steering tube, two bossed holes on an underside, two through holes in front of the bossed holes, a recess at the front end, and a mounting member disposed in the recess;an axle secured to the steering tube through the mounting member;a rear wheel rotatably connected to the deck;two front wheels rotatably connected to two ends of the axle respectively; anda protective cover including two first bossed holes on an underside and releasably secured to the bossed holes of the deck, two second bossed holes on the underside and releasably secured to the through holes of the deck, and a through hole with the support tube secured thereto.. A kick scooter comprising: 1. Field of the InventionThe invention relates to kick scooters and more particularly to a replaceable member for covering a joining portion of a steering tube and a deck of a kick scooter.2. Description of Related ArtConventionally, a joining portion of a steering tube and a deck of a kick scooter is exposed. Dirt may enter the joining portion and accumulate therein. This can increase ...

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Номер записи: 73

14-01-2016 дата публикации

Scooter

Номер: US20160009331A9

Автор: Robert Kirschschlager, Wolfgang Berndorfer

Принадлежит: Scoot and Ride GmbH

A scooter is described with a chassis which has a guide bearing for a steering column holding the front wheel and a supporting arm, which has a seat, for a pivotable footboard which is provided with a rear wheel. In order to achieve simple readjustment to a training bike, it is proposed that the supporting arm which is connected to the footboard is coupled to the guide bearing so as to be pivotable about an axis running through the center point of the rear wheel.

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Номер записи: 74

14-01-2016 дата публикации

Foldable and portable electric vehicle

Номер: US20160009332A1

Автор: Sorin SIRBU

Принадлежит: Nextrom Industries SRL

A foldable and portable electric vehicle for the transport of a single person comprises a foldable chassis with a support plate, a folding system for folding the chassis, a front driving wheel, a rear wheel, a foldable handlebar, an integrated system of command, control, monitoring and signaling, a mechanical brake on the rear wheel, a suspension on the rear wheel and a suspension on the front wheel, and a steering column.

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Номер записи: 75

14-01-2021 дата публикации

Gripping surface apparatuses

Номер: US20210008651A1

Автор: II Randolph D. Walker

Принадлежит: Bear Walker Industries LLC

A gripping surface includes a plurality of projections extending away from the gripping surface and a plurality of voids between and defined by the projections. The gripping surface may be disposed on a support surface, such as a deck of a skateboard or a deck of a balance board. The projections may be formed by cutting the support surface with a router, such as a computer numerical control router. The projections may each comprise three or more angles surfaces, whereby angled surfaces of proximal projections are positioned at mirror angles of one another.

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Номер записи: 76

11-01-2018 дата публикации

Bicycle Frame

Номер: US20180009499A1

Автор: Alexander Forst, Lukas Schuchnigg

Принадлежит: Canyon Bicycles GmbH

A bicycle frame including a down tube, a saddle tube, and a top tube is disclosed. The top tube comprises a first section which, starting from the saddle tube, is oriented in an ascending orientation. Thereby, a space between the down tube, the saddle tube, and the top tube is enlarged, so that the bicycle frame can be carried on a person's shoulder in a more convenient manner.

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Номер записи: 77

14-01-2021 дата публикации

Scooter assemblies

Номер: US20210009227A1

Автор: II Jack B. Lovley, Joseph C. Klingl, Kenneth Edlauer, Mark Groenhuyzen

Принадлежит: Bravo Sports Corp

In some embodiments, a scooter comprises a deck configured to support a rider, a front wheel and a rear wheel, a head tube, a steering column, and a foot brake. The steering column can include a steering tube and a handlebar assembly, and the steering column can be used to steer the scooter by controlling a direction of the front wheel. The foot brake can be configured to apply a braking force to the rear wheel when the foot brake is pressed down. A plurality of neck members can connect the deck to the head tube.

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Номер записи: 78

14-01-2021 дата публикации

SQUAT BICYCLE

Номер: US20210009228A1

Автор: YI Edward Wonik

Принадлежит:

A squat bicycle provides a squat bicycle in which a power transmission means and a frame are driven in a linked manner. The frame is configured to include a top tube, a down tube, a seat stay, and a chain stay. The front end of the top tube is hinge-coupled to the down tube, and the rear end is hinge-coupled to the seat stay. The seat stay is divided into a first member in which the front end is hinge-coupled to the top tube and a second member in which the rear end is hinge-coupled to the rear end of the chain stay, and a rear end of the first member is hinge-coupled to a front end of the second member. 1. A squat bicycle configured such that power transmission means and a frame are driven in a linked manner ,wherein the frame is configured to include a top tube, a down tube, a seat stay, and a chain stay,a front end of the top tube is hinge-coupled to the down tube, and a rear end thereof is hinge-coupled to the seat stay,the seat stay is divided into a first member in which the front end is hinge-coupled to the top tube and a second member in which the rear end is hinge-coupled to the rear end of the chain stay, and a rear end of the first member is hinge-coupled to a front end of the second member,a crank of the power transmission means is divided into a pedal arm and a link arm which share a rotation axis,the squat bicycle is configured to further comprise a lift tube, wherein a bottom end of the lift tube is hinge-coupled to the link arm, and a top end thereof is hinge-coupled to the rear end of the top tube and the front end of the first member of the seat stay,whereby the link arm rotates axially according to axial rotation of the pedal arm to move the lift tube up and down,the bottom end of the lift tube is released from a hinge-coupled state with the link arm, and the lift tube is coupled to the chain stay, so that a driving force according to axial rotation of the crank is converted into only an operating force via the power transmission means, with the ...

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Номер записи: 79

09-01-2020 дата публикации

System and Method for Balancing a Bicycle

Номер: US20200010141A1

Автор: Wilson Chad

Принадлежит:

This disclosure relates to a system for balancing a bicycle. The system can comprise a frame, a tension system, and a steering system. The frame can be capable of mounting to a bicycle. The tension system can be capable of connecting with handlebars of the bicycle. The steering system can be mounted to the frame, further the steering system can be in communication with the tension system such that manually maneuvering the steering system can adjust tension within the tension system to steer the bicycle. 1. A system for balancing a bicycle comprisinga frame that is capable of mounting to a bicycle;a tension system capable of connecting with handlebars of said bicycle; anda steering system mounted to said frame, further said steering system in communication with said tension system such that manually maneuvering said steering system adjusts tension within said tension system to steer said bicycle.2. The system of wherein said tension system comprises one or more steering cables claim 1 , a first end of said steering cables connectable to said handlebars and a second end of said steering cables connected with said steering system.3. The system of wherein said steering cables are stretchable.4. The system of wherein said steering cables are fixed-length.5. The system of wherein each of said steering cables retract into a steering cable reel.6. The system of wherein said tension system further comprises one or more resistance cables claim 2 , a first end of said resistance cables connectable to said handlebars and a second end of said resistance cables anchored to said frame.7. The system of wherein each of said one or more resistance cables retract into a resistance cable reel.8. The system of wherein said frame comprises a movable support claim 1 , said steering system mounted to said movable support;a fixed support capable of being affixed to said bicycle; anda hinge that connects said movable support to said fixed support.9. The system of wherein said hinge comprises ...

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Номер записи: 80

03-02-2022 дата публикации

Bicycle with removable battery

Номер: US20220033025A1

Автор: Enrico Fidelfatti, Mariano Roman

Принадлежит: Fantic Motor SpA

A bicycle with removable battery for supplying power to electric components, comprising a frame composed of an upper tube connected with a front oblique tube and with a rear vertical tube, which in turn are connected in a lower region so as to form a seat for a bottom bracket and with which a pair of horizontal rear chainstays and a pair of oblique rear chainstays are coupled. The front oblique tube has an axial seat for a removable battery and for accommodating connection and/or electric power supply cables. The axial seat has an axis that passes above the bottom bracket and a lower end that is open and located at the interspace between the pair of horizontal rear chainstays.

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Номер записи: 81

03-02-2022 дата публикации

Handlebar foldable mechanism and tool for riding instead of walk

Номер: US20220033029A1

Автор: Dengwei Wang, Huocheng WEI, Qiang Tan

Принадлежит: Ninebot Changzhou Technology Co Ltd

A handlebar foldable mechanism and a tool for riding instead of walk are provided. The handlebar foldable mechanism includes a base, a stem, a first locking assembly, a lever and a second locking assembly. The base is provided with a first snapping groove, the stem is connected to the base and is pivotable between an unfolded position and a folded position, the first locking assembly is pivotably connected to the stem and is configured to be engaged with the first snapping groove when the stem is pivoted from the folded position to the unfolded position, the lever is pivotably connected with the base, the second locking assembly is mounted to the lever, and the second locking assembly is configured to be connected to at least one of the base and the stem when the stem is at the unfolded position.

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Номер записи: 82

21-01-2016 дата публикации

MODULAR BICYCLE

Номер: US20160016625A1

Автор: Williams Bruce Preston

Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

An e-bike center module includes a substantially straight first center module connecting surface that is releasably connectable to a substantially straight front module connecting surface. A substantially straight second center module connecting surface is releasably connectable to a substantially straight rear module connecting surface. the center module is part of a bicycle frame when the first center module connecting surface is connected to the front module connecting surface and the second center module connecting surface is connected to the rear module connecting surface.

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Номер записи: 83

21-01-2016 дата публикации

Bicycle chain stay coupling

Номер: US20160016631A1

Автор: Thomas Robert George Thompson

Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

A bicycle chain stay coupling apparatus includes a first bracket component coupled to a seat tube of a bicycle frame, a connecting component of a chain stay of the bicycle frame, and a coupling component encasing the connecting component and coupled to the first bracket component. The coupling component is relatively more elastic than the first bracket component and the connecting component, and the coupling component is positioned in series between the first bracket component and the connecting component with respect to a common axle of the first bracket component, the connecting component, and the coupling component.

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Номер записи: 84

21-01-2016 дата публикации

Bicycle wheel axle

Номер: US20160016635A1

Автор: Thomas Robert George Thompson

Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

An apparatus includes a substantially cylindrical and hollow main body having an open end and a closed end and a bayonet component extending therein. The bayonet component has a shaft at least partially enclosed within the main body and a pair of opposing protrusions extending radially outside of the main body proximate to a first end of the shaft. The apparatus further includes a lever rotatably coupled to the main body proximate to the open end thereof, and the lever includes a locking recess selectively aligned with the open end of the main body. The apparatus also includes a resilient member enclosed within the main body between the closed end thereof and the first end of the shaft of the bayonet component, and the resilient member biases the bayonet component toward the lever. The bayonet component engages the locking recess to inhibit rotation of the lever relative to the main body.

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Номер записи: 85

18-01-2018 дата публикации

ILLUMINATION DEVICE FOR A VEHICLE AND METHOD

Номер: US20180015977A1

Автор: ABRAHAM Doobie, NAKACHE Liran, YEMINI Ori

Принадлежит: Green Ride Ltd.

The disclosure is directed to an illumination device for a ground-riding vehicle where combination of location of non-rotating light and transparent portions' configuration of the hubcap are configured to form penumbra of a predetermined pattern on an area adjacent to the ground-riding vehicle, to a predetermined size. 2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the wheel rim is covered by two hubcaps having transparent portions therein.3. The device of claim 2 , further comprising a second non-rotating light source claim 2 , aligned with the first non-rotating light source.4. The illumination device of claim 2 , wherein the combination of the location of the first non-rotating light and the transparent portions of the hubcap is configured to form the penumbra of a predetermined pattern toward the front claim 2 , side claim 2 , rear or a predetermined combination thereof claim 2 , of the ground riding vehicle.5. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the first light source provides an intermittent light.6. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the first light source is monochromatic.7. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the combination of the location of the first non-rotating light source and the transparent portions of the hubcap is configured to form the penumbra of a predetermined pattern at a predetermined evolution per minute (RPM) of the wheel comprising the combination of the first non-rotating light and the hubcap having the transparent portions.8. The illumination device of claim 7 , wherein the combination of the location of the first non-rotating light and the transparent portions of the hubcap is configured to form the penumbra of a predetermined pattern at between about 2 and about 20 RPM.9. The illumination of device of claim 8 , wherein the wheel has a diameter of between about 0.30 m (12 inch) and about 0.40 m (16 inch) and a width of between about 0.04 m and about 0.15 m10. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the first non- ...

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Номер записи: 86

21-01-2021 дата публикации

Scooter Racking or Docking System and Related Methods

Номер: US20210016673A1

Автор: David Howorka

Принадлежит: Individual

Disclosed is a scooter rack that is capable of retaining scooters in a designated and consolidated location. In some embodiments, the disclosed scooter rack features a charging mechanism for charging the battery of an e-scooter. In other embodiments, the rack features a billboard for posting directions, warnings, or advertisements.

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Номер записи: 87

28-01-2016 дата публикации

Support system and cycle equipped with the support system

Номер: US20160023708A1

Автор: Johan Neerman

Принадлежит: NGM SPRL

A support system ( 1 ) for a cycle ( 2 ) having a support surface ( 9 ) capable of carrying persons and/or a load, wherein the height adjustment of the support surface ( 9 ) is simple and rapid. The support system ( 1 ) comprises a base element ( 5 a, 5 b ) and a support element ( 6 a, 6 b ), presenting the support surface ( 9 ), and the support element ( 6 a, 6 b ) is rotatably connected to the base element ( 5 a, 5 b ), such that the support element ( 6 a, 6 b ) can rotate relative to an axis of rotation ( 10 ). The support surface ( 9 ) is located a certain distance from said axis of rotation ( 10 ) and extends substantially parallel to this axis of rotation ( 10 ).

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Номер записи: 88

26-01-2017 дата публикации

Composite bicycle frame and method of manufacturing same

Номер: US20170021888A1

Автор: Joanne HASTIE, Paolo FERABOLI

Принадлежит: INDUSTRIES RAD Inc

The described bicycle has a frame made of a composite material and defining a monocoque shell which is monolithic, entirely formed of the composite material, and includes: a rear upper portion, a head tube portion, and a rear mounting portion; and first and second side panels each extending between, and integrally formed with, at least the head tube portion at a forward end and the rear upper portion and the rear mounting portion at a rearward end. The first and second side panels are integrally interconnected along their respective top and bottom edges to form a substantially hollow shell structure at least partially enclosing a shell cavity defined between the laterally spaced apart first and second side panels. The hollow shell structure defines a rear opening between the rear upper portion and the rear mounting portion that communicates with the shell cavity.

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Номер записи: 89

26-01-2017 дата публикации

NON-OVERLAPPING FRAME FOLDING BIKE

Номер: US20170021892A1

Автор: MONTAGUE David

Принадлежит: Montague Corporation

A folding bike designed such that when the bicycle is folded, the front and rear frame structural members bypass each other in a non-overlapping manner except at folding and fastening positions using an axis of rotation at or near the seat tube, wherein the folding bicycle maintains a rigid riding position using an innovative fastening mechanism positioned to fasten by actuation of a member located not above the uppermost surface of the front frame, and which may be equipped with primary and secondary retention wherein the secondary retention may automatically engage when the bike is unfolded to the operative riding position. 1. A folding bicycle comprisinga seat tube,a front frame for mounting a front wheel fork assembly, anda rear frame for mounting a rear wheel,said front and rear frames oriented so that when folding each frame can be rotated a complete revolution about a common axis of rotation without contacting a structural member of the other frame except at folding and fastening locations,said axis of rotation located at or near the seat tube, andsaid fastening location positioned near but not on the seat tube,further comprising a fastening mechanism positioned to fasten said front and rear frames in a locked operative riding position by actuation of a member located not above the uppermost surface of said front frame.2. The folding bicycle of further comprising a folding mechanism located at said axis of rotation claim 1 , wherein said fastening mechanism claim 1 , when actuated to a locked operative riding position claim 1 , applies a force on said folding mechanism in a manner so as to reduce any construction tolerance in said folding mechanism.3. The folding bicycle of further comprising a secondary retention system wherein said secondary retention system automatically engages when the bicycle is unfolded to the operative riding position.4. The folding bicycle of wherein said secondary retention system is configured to be biased to an engaged position ...

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Номер записи: 90

26-01-2017 дата публикации

BICYCLE

Номер: US20170021894A1

Автор: Bettin Karsten

Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a bicycle, with a bicycle seat assembly rotatably connected to the bicycle. Rotation movement of the bicycle seat assembly is possible, seen in the driving direction, to the left and to the right side and is independent of the steering movement of the bicycle. The axis of rotation of the bicycle seat assembly is arranged in front of the axis of the bottom bracket, seen in the driving direction, and the seating surface of the bicycle seat is arranged behind the axis of the bottom bracket, seen in the driving direction. The rotatable bicycle seat assembly enables an upright riding position by dodging the cyclist's leg pedaling downwards through a rotational movement. At the same time it supports the hip side of the other leg. The driver is supported by the bicycle seat even in the upright riding position. 1. A bicycle , comprising:a rear wheel having a rear wheel axis which is arranged perpendicular to a central reference plane of the bicycle;a bicycle frame comprising a head tube, the head tube having a head tube axis which is arranged in the central reference plane; anda bicycle seat assembly comprising a bicycle seat,wherein the bicycle seat can move to the left and to the right of the central reference plane while in use.2. The bicycle as in claim 1 , wherein the bicycle seat assembly can rotate about an axis of rotation which is coaxial with the head tube axis.3. The bicycle as in claim 1 , wherein the bicycle seat assembly is rotatably connected to the bicycle frame.4. The bicycle as in claim 1 , wherein the bicycle seat assembly comprises a swing bar.5. The bicycle as in claim 1 , further comprising:a front fork having a fork stem which is rotatably supported in the head tube;a handlebar; anda steering column connecting the handlebar to the front fork.6. The bicycle as in claim 5 , wherein the bicycle seat assembly comprises a swing bar which is directly connected to the steering column.7. The bicycle as in claim 5 , wherein the bicycle ...

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Номер записи: 91

24-01-2019 дата публикации

TWO-WHEELED VEHICLE FRAME, IN PARTICULAR FOR A PEDELEC

Номер: US20190023343A9

Автор: Buder Jens, GARTHAUS Christian, Hufenbach Werner, JEDRZEJOWSKI Andreas, KRAHL Michael, LUTTERMANN Georg, POHL MARTIN, STEGELMANN Michael

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The invention relates to a two-wheeled vehicle frame with two frame half-shells (′) which are joined so as to form a support frame (), thereby forming at least one inner cavity (). The support frame () has at least one separating surface () on which the two frame half-shells (′) rest against each other. The support frame () preferably has receiving areas () for a handlebar tube and/or a bottom bracket and/or an operator seat tube. The support frame () forms a rear structure () for assembling a rear wheel () at the rear end when seen in the travel direction (z). In order to form the rear structure (), a left-hand support brace () when seen in the travel direction (z) and a right-hand support brace () when seen in the travel direction (z) are provided such that the rear wheel () can be mounted between the two support braces (). According to the invention, the separating surface () runs between the two frame half-shells (′) as well as through the left-hand support brace () and through the right-hand support brace (). 1. A two-wheeled vehicle frame suitable for a pedelec ,with two frame half-shells, which are joined so as to form a support frame, thereby forming at least one inner cavity,the support frame has at least one inner parting plane at which the two frame half-shells rest against each other,the support frame preferably has receptacles for a handlebar tube and/or a bottom bracket and/or a rider's seat tube,at its rear end viewed in the travel direction, the support frame forms a rear structure for mounting a rear wheel, andin order to form the rear structure, a left support strut viewed in the travel direction and a right support strut viewed in the travel direction are provided such that the rear wheel can be mounted between these two support struts,wherein the parting plane between the two frame half-shells extends through both the left support strut and the right support strut and wherein the rear structure is embodied asymmetrically in that the left support ...

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Номер записи: 92

28-01-2021 дата публикации

KICK SCOOTER AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A SCOOTER

Номер: US20210024163A1

Автор: DÖNZ Lukas, SCHRADER Thorsten

Принадлежит: Audi AG

The disclosure relates to a scooter having a deck. A front axle has at least one front wheel and a rear axle has at least one rear wheel. A steering column is used to transmit a steering motion to the at least one front wheel and an actuation element arranged on the steering column is used to release a locking device. When the locking device is released, the scooter can be brought into a stowing position. In the stowing position of the scooter, the rear axle together with the deck is moved toward the steering column about an axis of rotation and a distance between the rear axle and the front axle is equal to a distance between the rear axle and the front axle in a functional position of the scooter. The disclosure further relates to a method for operating a scooter of this type. 19.-. (canceled)10. A scooter comprising a deck , a front axle , a rear axle , a steering column , a motion device and a locking device , wherein the scooter is configured to:operate in a functional position;transmit, by the steering column, a steering motion to the front axle, wherein the front axle comprises a front wheel, and wherein the steering column comprises a handlebar and a steering handle that comprises an actuation element;actuate the actuation element;release, by the actuation element, the locking device;activate, by the locking device, the motion device;guide, by the motion device, the deck and the rear axle to move together about an axis of rotation towards the handlebar, wherein the rear axle comprises a rear wheel; andswitch to a stowing position,wherein the deck comprises a contact surface for a user of the scooter,wherein a distance between the rear axle and the front axle in the functional position is a predetermined distance,wherein a distance between the rear axle and the front axle in the stowing position is the predetermined distance,wherein the deck remain spreading when it is guided towards the handlebar, andwherein the handle bar is rotatable about a longitudinal ...

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Номер записи: 93

28-01-2021 дата публикации

RECIPROCATING RAIL MOVEMENT SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20210024169A1

Автор: Hoogendoorn Steven W., Zawistowski Peter

Принадлежит:

Generally, examples described herein may take the form of a bicycle including a front frame, a rear frame operably associated with the front frame and configured for coupling to a rear wheel, and a suspension system operably associated with the front frame and the rear frame. The suspension system includes a first connection structure operably coupling the front frame to the rear frame and a first sliding body pivotally coupled to the rear frame and configured to travel in a first direction along a substantially linear travel path and in a second direction opposite the first direction along the substantially linear travel path as the suspension system is compressed. 1. A suspension system for a two-wheeled vehicle comprising:a front frame; a mount operably coupled to the rear frame and the front frame via first axle,', 'a pair of rails operably coupled to the mount,', 'a sliding body configured to slidably engage the pair of rails and including a second axle pivotally coupled to the rear frame., 'a rear frame operably coupled to the front frame by a sliding body assembly including2. The suspension system of claim 1 , wherein each of the rails includes a top attachment portion and a bottom attachment portion configured to attach the rails to the mount.3. The suspension system of claim 2 , wherein the top attachment portion is a top crown that couples the rails together at a first end claim 2 , and the bottom attachment portion is a bottom crown portion that couples the rails together at a second end opposite the first end.4. The suspension system of claim 2 , wherein the top attachment portion includes an aperture configured to couple the respective rail to the mount at a first end claim 2 , and the bottom attachment portion includes an aperture configured to couple the respective rail to the mount at a second end opposite the first end.5. The suspension system of claim 1 , further comprising an upper bushing and a lower bushing slidably coupled each of the rails ...

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Номер записи: 94

28-01-2021 дата публикации

Zero turn vehicle

Номер: US20210024170A1

Автор: Ashraf ELGHANDOUR, Dylan WEITZ, Gabriel ELGHANDOUR

Принадлежит: Individual

A vehicle propellable by a human comprising a front assembly having a front wheel and a pair of hand pedals connect thereto; a rear assembly having a first rear wheel and a second rear wheel rotatably connected thereto; a chest rest located between the front assembly and the rear assembly, the chest rest configured to support the chest of a rider lying forward on the vehicle; and a first foot support structure operatively coupled to rotate the first rear wheel, and a second foot support operatively coupled to rotate the second rear wheel wherein the first rear wheel and second rear wheel are independently rotated by opposite feet of a rider when said feet are within said first and second foot support, respectively.

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Номер записи: 95

29-01-2015 дата публикации

BICYCLE FRAME

Номер: US20150028561A1

Автор: Chamberlain Jason L.

Принадлежит:

A bicycle assembly can include a bicycle frame that can have a main frame, a sub-frame and a shock absorber. The sub-frame can move in relation to the main frame and the shock can be used to regulate that relationship. A extension body can be used to establish a rear pivot point of the shock absorber. In some embodiments, the extension body can also be used to adjust the length of the combined shock absorber and extension body. 1a main frame comprising a seat tube, a head tube and an intermediate tube connecting the seat tube and the head tube;a sub-frame configured to rotate with respect to the main frame;a shock absorber having first and second opposing ends and first and second eyelets at each end, the first eyelet at the first end connected to the main frame; andan extension body comprising a first end connected to the shock absorber at the second eyelet and a second end comprising a pair of extension arms, each extension arm connected to the sub-frame, wherein a rear pivot of the shock absorber is defined by a connection point between each extension arm and the sub-frame, and the rear pivot configured to be at the sides of a rear wheel;wherein the first end of the extension body receives the second eyelet within the extension body and the axis of the center of the second eyelet is at least about 15 degrees offset from the axis of the center of the first eyelet, such that the extension body forms a rigid, non-rotating connection with the second eyelet.. A bicycle assembly comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/137,572, filed Dec. 20, 2013, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,801,023, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/911,861, filed Jun. 6, 2013, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,622,411, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/219,465, filed Aug. 26, 2011, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,459,680, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/780,710, filed May 14, 2010, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,006,993, the entire ...

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Номер записи: 96

02-02-2017 дата публикации

SCOOTER

Номер: US20170029058A1

Автор: ALLAIS Denis

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A scooter includes a connecting seat and a connecting bar extending rearward of the connecting seat, at least one rotatable front wheel and at least one rear wheel; a handle bar to control turning of front wheel; and a foot pedal connected to the connecting bar, the foot pedal having a left foot pedal portion and a right foot pedal portion; each of the left and right foot pedal portions being configured to support a rider's left foot and right foot, respectively, to lie substantially parallel to the connecting bar. The front wheel has a diameter, and the front and rear wheels are spaced apart a lateral distance, and wherein a ratio of the diameter to the lateral distance is selected to allow a rider to propel the scooter along flat ground without pushing the feet along the ground. The front wheel may have a rounded shape as seen from front view to establish substantially tangential line contact with a rolling surface. The pedal defines a support surface for the rider's feet, and the support surface may be positioned above a plane connecting a rotation axis of the front wheel and a rotation axis of the rear wheel. 1. A scooter comprising:a main frame having a connecting seat and a connecting bar extending rearward of the connecting seat;a rotatable front fork supported by the connecting seat and a rear fork extending from a rear end of the connecting bar;at least one front wheel supported by the front fork and at least one rear wheel supported by the rear fork;a handle bar to control turning of the front fork and therefore the front wheel; anda foot pedal connected to the connecting bar, the foot pedal having a left foot pedal portion and a right foot pedal portion; each of the left and right foot pedal portions being configured to support a rider's left foot and right foot, respectively, to lie substantially parallel to the connecting bar;wherein the front wheel has a diameter, and the front and rear wheels are spaced apart a lateral distance, and wherein a ratio of ...

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Номер записи: 97

02-02-2017 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING BALANCING TRANSPORTER

Номер: US20170029059A1

Автор: Chen Tao, Liu Huayijun, TANG Mingyong

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The present disclosure relates to a method and device for controlling a balancing transporter. The method includes: acquiring distances between the balancing transporter and one or more obstacles around the balancing transporter; determining a number of acquired distances that are shorter than a predetermined distance; and when the number of the acquired distances shorter than the predetermined distance reaches a predetermined number, determining that a stationary mode of the balancing transporter needs to be activated, wherein the balancing transporter automatically maintains balance in the stationary mode. 1. A method for controlling a balancing transporter , comprising:acquiring distances between the balancing transporter and one or more obstacles around the balancing transporter;determining a number of acquired distances that are shorter than a predetermined distance; andwhen the number of the acquired distances shorter than the predetermined distance reaches a predetermined number, determining that a stationary mode of the balancing transporter needs to be activated, wherein the balancing transporter automatically maintains balance in the stationary mode.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:in response to the determination that the stationary mode needs to be activated, activating the stationary mode of the balancing transporter.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:prior to activating the stationary mode of the balancing transporter, receiving a trigger signal that is transmitted from a surrounding device after the balancing transporter enters a predetermined area, the predetermined area being a communication area within which the surrounding device and the balancing transporter communicate with each other.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:presenting a prompt for activating the stationary mode of the balancing transporter;detecting whether a rejection signal is received within a predetermined time period, the rejection signal being ...

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Номер записи: 98

04-02-2016 дата публикации

ELECTRIC BICYCLE

Номер: US20160031514A1

Автор: Craven Richard, Gerhardt Torsten, Lloyd James, Mundy Jonathan, Neugebauer James, Potticary Simon, Southey Bruce

Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A bicycle includes a computing device including a processor and a memory. The processor is programmed to communicate with a user input device of a vehicle when the bicycle is docked to the vehicle. The processor is programmed to communicate with a mobile device when the bicycle is undocked from the vehicle. 1. A bicycle comprising:a computing device including a processor and a memory;the processor being programmed to communicate with a user input device of a vehicle when the bicycle is docked to the vehicle and being programmed to communicate with a mobile device when the bicycle is undocked from the vehicle.2. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the processor is programmed to automatically communicate with the user input device of the vehicle when the bicycle is docked to the vehicle.3. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the processor is programmed to automatically discontinue communication with the mobile device when the bicycle is docked to the vehicle.4. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the processor is programmed to communicate information from one of the user input device and the mobile device to the other of the user input device and the mobile device when the bicycle is docked to the vehicle.5. The bicycle as set forth in further comprising a connection and configured to communicate with both the user input device and the mobile device.6. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the connection is one of a wired connection or a wireless connection.7. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the processor is programmed to receive an instruction to establish communication with at least one of the user input device of the vehicle and the mobile device.8. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the processor is programmed to receive data for at least one of battery charge claim 1 , travel range claim 1 , frame unfold check claim 1 , tire pressure claim 1 , and active safety system and wherein the processor communicates the data to the user input device of a vehicle when ...

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Номер записи: 99

04-02-2016 дата публикации

Two-Wheeled Gyroscope-Stabilized Vehicle and Methods for Controlling Thereof

Номер: US20160031515A1

Автор: Andreev Sergey Nikolaevich

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A two-wheel gyroscope-stabilized vehicle includes a stabilizing gyroscope, having a gyroscope frame and a gyroscope rotor rotatably mounted in the frame. The gyroscope frame is free to rotate relative to the vehicle body. The vehicle further comprises a support structure that connects the vehicle body and the vehicle wheels, wherein the supporting structure is adapted to move the wheels independently in relation to each other and to move the wheels in relation to the body independently thereof. The support structure helps to keep the vehicle stable when riding on rough terrain. Balancing of the vehicle is provided by maintaining a right angle between the axis of rotation of the gyroscope rotor and direction of the vehicle movement by means of the control system through changing the difference of rotation velocities of the wheels. Steering of the vehicle is provided by means of applying the roll control force to the body. 1. A two-wheel gyroscope-stabilized vehicle , comprising:a body;a left wheel and a right wheel;a supporting structure that connects the body and the wheels so that the body is supported by the wheels;two wheel drives each connected with the corresponding wheel to drive it;a gyroscope, comprising a gyroscope rotor and a gyroscope frame, wherein the gyroscope frame is rotatably mounted on the body;at least one angle sensor mounted on the body so as to detect the gyroscope frame rotation relative to the body;a control system adapted to receive a signal transmitted by the at least one angle sensor and control rotational velocities of the wheels according to the signal;wherein the supporting structure is adapted to move the wheels in relation to each other and to move the wheels in relation to the body independently thereof; andthe control system is further adapted to apply a torque to the gyroscope frame.2. A two-wheel gyroscope-stabilized vehicle for carrying a rider , comprising:a body;a left wheel and a right wheel;a supporting structure that ...

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Номер записи: 100