Abstract:
Railbikes configured to transport passengers on a railway are provided. The railbikes are propelled by the passengers, using foot pedals. The railbikes are equipped with passenger seats whose orientation can be reversed quickly and easily the passengers. Also, the railbikes includes reversible clutches that permit the passengers to pedal in opposite directions, depending on the desired direction of travel of the railbikes. Thus, the direction of travel of the railbikes can be reversed without a need to lift the railbikes off of the underlying rails to physically reorient the railbikes in the opposite direction; and without a need for a turntable or other specialized railway equipment to turn the railbike.
Abstract:
A three wheeled velocipede for three wheeled transport of a driver and a passenger includes a rear frame. A rear wheel is rotationally coupled to the rear frame. A drive train is coupled to the rear frame and operationally coupled to the rear wheel. The drive train is configured to transfer pedal motion imparted by a driver to the rear wheel. A first seat, positioned to seat the driver, is coupled to the rear frame. A front frame is pivotally coupled to a front end of the rear frame. A second seat is couplable to the front frame. The second seat is positionable to seat a passenger. Each of a pair of front wheels is rotationally coupled to a respective opposing side of the front frame.
Abstract:
The present invention consists of a human-powered, wheeled vehicle, having: a) two front wheels, each of the two front wheels pivotally coupled to a frame by a pivoting mount; b) one or more rear wheels, one or more of the rear wheels coupled to a drive mechanism and operative to provide a driving force for the vehicle; and c) a steering mechanism coupled to the front wheels, the steering mechanism including a handle for steering control by a driver of the vehicle, a first linkage connecting the handle to a first one of the pivoting mounts and a second linkage connecting the first one of the pivoting mounts to a second one of the pivoting mounts.
Abstract:
A scooter frame provides with a front frame and a rear frame both are interconnected by a spring-loaded latch in a double overlapping relation. The front frame has a front portion connecting at least a front wheel and a tiller post, a rear portion having a lower transverse rod, a seat post for supporting a seat and an upper holding rack extended from the seat post. The rear frame has a front portion formed with a lower holding rack for retaining the lower transverse rod and an upper transverse rod for overlapping with the upper holding rack. By this way, the scooter frame can be fabricated in different sites and separate product lines, and to be assembled at another product lines without use extra tools.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to the field of cargo cycles, particularly electric cycles for loading and delivery of cargo. There is provided a cargo cycle (10) comprising a substantially arcuate frame (11), at least one front wheel (12) pivotally mounted towards a front end of the frame, at least one rear wheel (13) pivotally mounted towards a rear end of the frame, and a propulsion drive (15), wherein the frame defines a cargo storage area located under the frame (11) and between the front (12) and rear wheels (13).
Abstract:
A gerbilling-proof monowheel vehicle comprises: (a) a wheel felloe with a tire thereon; (b) a frame rotatably mounted within the wheel felloe; the frame carrying a passenger seat; (c) moving means configured for propelling the gerbilling-proof monowheel vehicle; and (d) braking means configured for decelerating the gerbilling-proof monowheel vehicle. The gerbilling-proof monowheel further comprises at least two auxiliary wheels side-mounted on the frame for vertically stabilizing the passenger seat and preventing the gerbilling-proof monowheel from side tipover and maintaining said passenger seat in a horizontal position within said wheel felloe.
Abstract:
A bicycle for transporting loads and individuals, wherein the rear wheel is arranged with a first spacing from the front wheel and wherein the bicycle is constructed to be able to be adjusted in terms of length by the front wheel and/or the rear wheel being able to be moved from a first position into a second position so that the rear wheel and the front wheel in the second position are arranged with a second spacing from each other, wherein the second spacing is greater than the first spacing, and wherein the bicycle both with the first spacing and with the second spacing from the front wheel and rear wheel is ready to ride or can be ridden.
Abstract:
What is provided is a cargo bicycle apparatus and a kit for converting an existing bicycle into a cargo bicycle. The cargo bicycle apparatus comprises a cargo attachment that easily attaches and detaches from an existing bicycle to make the existing bicycle more utilitarian and functional. The cargo attachment connects with the existing bicycle in a way that prevents damage or permanent modification to the existing bicycle. Since no specialized tools or mechanical skills are required in the assembly of the cargo bicycle apparatus, the cargo attachment provides the operator with greater convenience and flexibility for converting an existing bicycle into a cargo bicycle apparatus. In addition, the cargo attachment is configured to automatically adjust to the geometry of nearly all existing bicycles without having to modify the geometry of the cargo attachment to match the geometry of a particular bicycle.
Abstract:
A dual-lever compression system comprising a shock absorber, a first lever, and a second lever. The shock absorber first end is pivotally coupled to a frame. The shock absorber second end is pivotally coupled to a first lever first end and the first lever second end is coupled to the frame. The second lever first end is pivotally coupled to the shock absorber second end and the second lever second end is coupled to a swing- arm. The compression performance control provided by embodiments of the dual-lever compression system is directly related to the incorporation of dual levers coupled to the shock absorber; that is, the first lever and the second lever. Angles, position, and pivotal rotations of the dual levers provide for controlled shock absorption. Compression performance of two connecting points between the rigid frame regions where by a first lever pivotally couples to one point of a rigid frame and pivotally couples to the impact point of the shock absorber, with the base mount of the shock absorber pivotally coupled to a second point of the rigid frame. The second lever completes the system, where a first end of the second lever is pivotally coupled to the first lever or the shock absorber impact point. A second end of the second lever is pivotally coupled to a swing-arm or wheel region. The dual lever assembly manipulates the shock absorber force tension which in return produces increased suspension performance.
Abstract:
Disclosed is a three-wheeled vehicle with centrally positioned motor and driver's seat. An exemplary embodiment has a frame for supporting a driver and a multitude of mechanical devices. A pair of steerable front wheels are rotatably affixed to the front portion of the frame. A rear wheel is rotatably affixed along the frame's centerline in the rear portion. A motor is affixed to the frame's centerline. The driver's seat is also affixed to the frame's centerline behind the motor and ahead of the rear wheel, so the driver sitting in the driver seat is in both a recumbent and straddle position.