DE102005061581A1 - Muscle-powered vehicle - Google Patents

Abstract

A vehicle that can be moved by muscle power, preferably a tricycle, is provided with a vehicle frame that has a front frame and a rear frame, the front frame and the rear frame being connectable to one another in a first type of use of the vehicle and between the front frame in a second type of use of the vehicle and an intermediate element can be inserted into the rear frame which can be mechanically connected to the front frame and to the rear frame in such a way that the center distance of the vehicle increases. Furthermore or alternatively, a vehicle that can be moved with muscle power, a vehicle frame and a cabin with at least one strut for a mechanical connection between a roof section of the cabin and the vehicle frame.

Description

The The present invention relates to a muscle-powered Vehicle, preferably a tricycle and a method of manufacturing sections of this.

From the publication DE 100 08 322 A1 is a powered by muscle power tricycle is known, which has a high weight, has a stably designed vehicle frame, the cabin vibrates on slippery ground, which is ergonomically designed unfavorable for the driver, in which there is a risk of ground contact of the drive train and bottom bracket and that instead of a passenger transport is only partially suitable for transporting loads.

Further can in such tricycles a hub motor may be provided on the front wheel, but the battery is to power the engine frequently unloaded as much as possible after two hours of operation of the engine, so that on slopes, a driver of such a tricycle alone must master the load with muscle power.

The Object of the present invention is the disadvantages of the prior art overcome and to provide a muscle-powered vehicle in which a longer one not by the driver due to muscle power effected drive possible which is an adaptation to different applications of the Vehicle is possible which is mechanically stable and visually appealing, in which the flow of information inside the vehicle between passengers and the driver as well outside the vehicle by the driver and / or the passengers with third parties improved is where a simple change the design of foreign and / or inner surface portions possible is that ergonomically favorable is that is mechanically stable and / or at low weight an electrical supply in a different design possible is. Furthermore, a method for producing at least two rearward sections a vehicle are provided, in which by a molding a variable adaptation to different purposes of the vehicle is possible. About that In addition, the invention is directed to such a molded part.

These Objects are achieved by vehicle according to one of claims 1, 9, 14, 17, 22, 24, 27, 28, 37 and 38 a method according to claim 30 and a molding according to claim 35 solved.

According to the invention is a by muscle power movable vehicle, preferably provided a tricycle, that has a fuel cell, or for receiving a fuel cell is adjusted, for example, by providing a corresponding mechanical support and a corresponding electrical connection for controlling the vehicle electrics. By the fuel cell is at least one electrical device on the vehicle with electric energy provided. This can stress the battery on the vehicle be reduced or the omission of a battery, a power supply without elaborate loads be ensured. The advantage of a fuel cell exists in particular, that when used in a tricycle for support of a hub motor add 500 ml of ethanol to this support function to perceive in the time of three days.

ace It is preferred that the electrical device is an auxiliary motor is through which the muscular force induced movement of the tricycle supportable is. Such a design significantly reduces the burden the driver in a vehicle movable by muscle power in particular on slopes.

Corresponding Another aspect of the invention is the electrical device a battery and can this battery charged by the fuel cell become. By charging the battery can be the discharge process the battery to the full Specifically delay discharge in such a way that through the battery over the sufficient energy has been made available throughout the day can, for example, to operate an auxiliary motor, and thus connecting the battery to a lander during the night can.

Corresponding Another aspect of the invention is as an electrical device a battery is provided for feeding the auxiliary motor and is through the fuel cell the battery rechargeable or the auxiliary motor with Electric power supplied. Thus, the fuel cell has a dual function, d. H. this takes over both the supply of the auxiliary engine and the charging of the battery at least in certain operating conditions and thus enables one Energy-efficient driving combined with reduced requirements to the energy storage capacity the battery.

The Fuel cell is preferably provided adjacent to battery, to lose energy during the Charging the battery by the fuel cell to reduce.

It is advantageous if the fuel cell is dimensioned in such a way that the complete discharge of the battery is delayed while driving, as in this way while the battery is discharged during the day to ensure a full charge, but on the other hand, the state of premature discharge of the battery ver to avoid.

Especially the fuel cell is dimensioned in such a way that the complete discharge the battery is delayed is, so that use of the auxiliary engine of five to twelve hours with sole charge the battery is possible through the fuel cell, resulting in real operating requirements Account can be taken.

Out cost reasons the fuel cell is preferably operated with methanol.

Corresponding another aspect has a powered by muscle force a vehicle frame with a front and a rear frame, wherein in a first mode of use, for example for a load transport, the front frame and the rear frame are connected to each other and in a second type of use, for example for passenger transport, an intermediate element is interposed between the front frame and the rear frame, so is the center distance of the front wheel and the rear wheels of a Tricycle enlarged. These increase the axle distance allows the provision of a tread for the passengers and elevated thus the ride comfort. On the other hand, for the transport of loads compact design helpful especially when different loads arranged in the vertical direction behind a driver of a tricycle can be. According to another aspect of the invention, one is by muscle power movable vehicle provided with a vehicle frame, wherein arranged on the vehicle frame a bottom bracket and a transmission element are about the rear wheel is drivable. The power train is included between bottom bracket and transmission element below the vehicle frame provided so that no structural adaptation of on the vehicle frame Applicable cabin elements to the power train necessary is.

Especially is preferred when the axis of the bottom bracket or the axis of the driven rear wheel in the vertical direction higher than a bottom surface of the Vehicle frame is because in this way the impact of the mechanically movable and for Pollution prone Elements on the street or on curbs can be prevented.

Of the Powertrain is preferably at least over Sections formed by a chain, creating a mechanical Means easily deflectable power transmission line with low Maintenance costs can be provided.

Between Transmission element and bottom bracket is preferably an intermediate gear provided by the power transmission changeable is. This can be through the intermediate gear, the gears of Adjust with muscle power movable vehicle.

at Another aspect of the present invention is by muscle power movable vehicle a vehicle frame and a cabin, one being Strive for a mechanical connection between a roof section the cabin and the vehicle frame manufactures, preferably removed from the end portions of the cabin in the longitudinal direction. This can be done in particular cabin elements away from the end sections of the Cabin, where a higher Vibration tendency exists, mechanically fasten to the vehicle frame. In the result leaves when driving on uneven road the vibration of the cabin reduce. The strut is preferably a hollow strut, which in particular out of mechanical considerations in terms of stability and the low weight is beneficial.

In this hollow strut runs at least one electrical line at least in sections, whereby the external appearance of the by Kraftkraft movable power tool by the introduction not affected by cables while ensuring mecahnischer protection of these cables can be.

The Vehicle preferably has a roof portion of the cabin Cabin lighting and / or a display device or any other electrical device, which introduced over the in the hollow strut electrical line electrical control signals and / or the operating voltage zuleitbar is. The display device can be used to inform passengers about sights or special features serve and the cabin lighting the ride comfort, especially when driving in the evening, increase.

The strut according to the invention can also be used as a boarding aid for the passengers. In a further aspect of the vehicle, which can be moved by muscle power, a display device and a control device for the data presented on the display device are provided, wherein the control device controls the display device as a function of the geographical position of the tricycle. This geographical position can be determined for example via a GPS receiver and it can be displayed in dependence on these signals to the specific geographical position adapted information. This information may, for example, be information or advertising messages adapted to particular neighborhoods or streets. This information can be transmitted in an unobtrusive way and information that is not very relevant, a loudspeaker wagon used in the prior art, which could disturb the environment acoustically, be avoided. For a better readability of the information on display device, it is preferred that the display contents are perceptible from the outside of the vehicle.

When Display device can any ads, such as. Also include tube screens, LED and plasma screens, but also OLDEs are used. It will be particularly flat Display devices preferred to the dimensions and weight of Muscle force movable vehicle to keep low.

Instead of OLEDs or in addition These may include electronic paper, such as electronic paper from Philips, despite its flexibility ensures a good readability. The display device is preferably on a back side of the vehicle arranged to a longer viewing time than for example, to ensure the arrangement on the side walls of the vehicle.

The Display direction can be a curved Course of a surface section following the cabin of the vehicle, in which case the Use of flexible display devices is advantageous to a special adaptation of rigid display devices to the special ones Requirements of the muscle-powered vehicle with the associated with avoiding development costs.

The By muscle power movable vehicle preferably has a vehicle frame and a seat attached thereto, in particular driver's seat, the in the horizontal direction, in the vertical direction and its inclination adjustable is. Due to this high flexibility can different sizes of Drivers of the muscle-powered vehicle and the arrangement of bottom bracket and handlebar stationary being held.

A Steering device is preferably adjustable in height, thus in addition to Adjustability of the bicycle seat an adaptation to ergonomic Make requirements.

The according to the invention Muscle powered movable power tool can be a combination of the arrangement front frame, rear frame and intermediate element protruding Strut described above, the display device described above and / or the above-described adjustable seat.

Especially the vehicle has at least a driver's seat and a seat for at least a passenger.

One Auxiliary engine on the vehicle according to the invention is preferably used to drive a front wheel, while rear wheels through Muscle force of the driver are drivable, which in particular Gradients a more even force distribution on the front wheels and rear wheels possible is.

Of the Auxiliary engine is preferably a hub motor on the steering front axle, because with low weight good support of locomotion achieved can be.

One according to the invention Muscle-force movable vehicle preferably has a vehicle frame with a central tube frame, on which the steering head bearing and the bottom bracket can be provided and a rear frame portion with connecting struts for at least a rear wheel, so that with low measuring a high mechanical stability can be made and a driver ascend well on the vehicle can.

Prefers is that the central tube frame from the rear frame section in Substantially straight to the steering head bearing runs, so that the central tube frame while the ride is arranged between the driver's legs.

According to the invention is further a method for producing at least two rear sections a cabin of a vehicle provided with a molding provided in which two dividing planes are provided, of which only one dependency is selected from one of a variety of cabin types. This defies different dimensions of the cabin at different Types the use of only one molding possible.

at This process is preferably carried out by cutting the molding between the vertices of domed sections on one the two parting lines and takes place when cutting the molding adjacent to the higher one domed Section the formation of a rear portion for a vehicle with smaller longitudinal dimensions, while at cutting through a rearward portion adjacent to the shallower arched portion for a Vehicle with higher longitudinal dimensions is trained. This is in particular the adaptation to the load transport for vehicles with smaller longitudinal dimensions Compared to passenger transport on vehicles with higher longitudinal dimensions possible, for this the passenger transport the higher domed Section of the molding for a shape of the back part of the passenger seat can remain.

Benahbart to a severing edge on the molding is preferably a recess for a lighting device provided, so that in a subsequent arrangement of an upper and lower flap to a movable body by muscle lighting device can be provided fixed to a cabin and / or a chassis of the movable power of muscle power and the flaps can be pivoted adjacent thereto.

The Molded part in the first step is preferably formed cup-shaped, around the edge sections a processing according to the requirements to make the cabin type.

The Side transformation is preferred depending on the selected separation plane machined so that the finished rear flaps at the different Cabin types differ greatly from each other despite the same output form part can and thus the requirement of the special cabin type becomes.

Further a molded part is provided for producing a cabin of a vehicle, being two arched Provided sections with different heights and two parting planes be one of which depends on one of a Variety of cabin types selected is performed, and at this the separation process. Here is the molding for Training at least two rear sections certainly. In this way, only a minimum of waste is generated.

at an inventive Muscle force movable vehicle is an auxiliary engine preferably digital controlled, and the digital control of the auxiliary motor via a mobile, electronic device, making a multifunction device like a PDA (Personal digital assistant) can be used, in addition to databases and the engine control monitorable is. With data of the engine control can be the mobile electronic Device for example the function of a speedometer, a track gauge or a Perceive taximeters. Furthermore, it is possible in the mobile electronic Device one GPS receiver which determines the geographical position of the vehicle and For example, control signals to the display devices on by muscle power movable vehicle heads.

The according to the invention Muscle-force movable vehicle preferably has a media player, the above a mobile electronic device is controllable, making this mobile electronic device also a Entertainment function or an infotainment function in relation to the passengers can perceive.

Inventive developments go from the subclaims out.

following the invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which

the 1 to 20 illustrate a tricycle according to the invention according to a first embodiment,

the 21 to 35 show a tricycle according to the invention according to a second embodiment,

36 shows a comparison of the discharge of a battery when using a fuel cell and without using the fuel cell compared with the use of the engine during the day, and

the 37 to 39B show the manufacturing process for a rear portion of a vehicle according to the invention.

following become the embodiments of the invention described in detail.

The 1 to 20 show views and details of a inventive muscle-powered vehicle, which is designed here as a tricycle. This tricycle is intended for passenger transport.

More specifically, the first embodiment is in 1 to 20 represented as follows:

1 shows the tricycle of the first embodiment in the view from the left,

2 shows the tricycle of the first embodiment in the view from the right,

3 shows the tricycle of the first embodiment in a perspective view from the left front,

4 shows the tricycle of the first embodiment in a rear view from the right rear,

5 shows the tricycle of the first embodiment in a plan view from the front,

6 shows the tricycle of the first embodiment in the lower view,

7 shows the tricycle of the first embodiment in front view,

8th shows the tricycle of the first embodiment in the view from behind,

9 shows the tricycle of the first embodiment in a perspective view from the left front with the upper section removed 104 the cabin 100 .

10 shows the tricycle of the first embodiment in a perspective view from the bottom right and from the rear, wherein the rear portion 106 is omitted,

11 shows a vehicle frame with front frame, intermediate frame and rear frame in the perspective view from the left front,

12 shows a vehicle frame of the first embodiment with front frame, intermediate frame and rear frame and attached wheels in the perspective view from the left front,

13 and 14 show details of a fastening device for the driver's seat, which can be used in a tricycle according to the first or second embodiment, the 15 . 16 and 17 show a cabin from the lower section 102 , upper section 104 and rear section 106 in different views, where 15 the view from the bottom left and from the back is the 16 a view from the bottom left and from the front represents and 17 represents a view in perspective from left front and top,

the 18 . 19 and 20 show details of an intermediate gear, a bottom bracket and a rear axle with attached differential gear and rear wheels in a vehicle according to the first embodiment, wherein a omission of the intermediate frame and an adjustment of the transmission, a suitability of the structure also for a vehicle according to the second embodiment.

Like it out 1 The tricycle has a cabin 100 that are on a vehicle frame 10 located. On the vehicle frame 10 are a front wheel 12 and a left and a right rear wheel 14 . 16 appropriate. On the vehicle frame 10 there is a cabin 100 ,

The cabin 100 has an upper section 104 , a lower section 102 and a back section 106 on and around a driver's seat 80 and one in 3 shown and in the back section 106 trained seat 90 for passengers. Like it out 3 has emerged the cabin 100 one in the upper section 104 trained front window 120 and one in the back section 130 trained rear window 130 , The window 120 is designed to keep the driver in the driver's seat 80 a good street view has forward. For this purpose, the window is 120 V-shaped, that is, to the driver's field of vision, in other words 3 upwards, wider.

This in 3 shown front windows 120 can be obscured by a disc at least in sections, which can be made of glass or plastic, for example. This disc can be hinged at the top section 104 the cabin 100 be provided. Alternatively, the disc may be mechanically releasable in the window recess 120 be arranged.

The rear window 130 forms both a part of the rear surface of the tricycle and the roof surface. If the rear window 130 Covered with a transparent material, its arrangement allows that light from outside over the shoulders of the bench 90 seated passengers falls.

Like it out 4 is apparent in the back section 106 the cabin 100 a recess 140 Intended in the, as it is in 8th shown is an upper flap 110 and a lower flap 108 can be used.

Out 2 it turns out that the back of the back section 106 is formed repeatedly curved, with an upper bulge 160 at the upper part of the rear section 106 the cabin bulges and the lower bulge 162 at the lower part of the rear section 106 the cabin bulges.

The on the back section 106 on set upper flap 110 and lower flap 108 are preferably transparent plastic parts, in particular deep-drawn transparent plastic parts. This can be at least behind the top flap 110 Information material that is perceptible to the outside. Further, a display device may be either integral with the flap 108 . 110 or be provided behind this. Transparent plastic parts also allow a quick exchange of elements safely due to elastic snap mechanisms.

As it is in 15 is located in the area of the lower bulge 162 in the back section 106 the cabin 100 a depression 164 , in which operating units described below can be introduced. The depression 164 is recessed in such a way that the cabin can be applied to the chassis and that the seat 90 for passengers inside the cabin 100 arises. To the depression 164 limiting side walls 166 . 168 the rear section 106 are to the wheel shape of the rear wheels 14 . 16 adapted recesses opposite to the recess 164 intended. This is an unimpeded rotation of the rear wheels 14 . 16 on a flat surface allows.

On the inside of the back section 106 closes from the seat 90 from down a in 9 shown bottom section 170 on which the passengers can put their feet. The bottom of the bottom section 170 is on the top of the chassis 10 applied. At the in 9 A direction of travel closes at the bottom section 170 the lower section 102 the cabin 100 on, on the front part of the upper section 104 is set to.

The present invention is not limited to that of a lower section 102 , an upper section 104 and a back section 106 are provided, but these sections may be further or differently divided as described above.

11 shows the vehicle frame 10 of the first embodiment. This has a front frame 20 , an intermediate frame 40 and a rear frame 50 ,

On the front frame 20 The steering head bearing is attached to the fork 22 with the front wheel 12 wearing. On the front frame 20 is also about a strut 24 a bottom bracket 26 to drive the rear wheels 14 . 16 appropriate. As it is from the 11 and 29 As can be seen, the front frame is preferably designed as a single-rail frame with a main carrier, from which several struts can branch off. On the front frame 20 There is also a handlebar 30 at the handlebar 28 , is attached.

The handlebar is over a in 12 shown steering linkage 32 with the fork 22 connected. The driver 28 is at the handlebar 30 mounted height adjustable, allowing the driver the height of the handlebar 28 can adjust according to ergonomic criteria. This in 12 shown steering linkage is designed as a parallelogram and is moved with respect to the main carrier down, so that a small height of the lower portion 102 the cabin 100 can be ensured above the ground.

To the background 50 There is on the front frame 20 Furthermore, a fastening device 82 for the driver's seat 90 that makes it possible for the driver's seat 90 both horizontally and vertically to adjust, and tilt the driver's seat. The fastening device 82 for the driver's seat 90 is in the 13 and 14 shown closer, with a rocker arm 84 the tilting movement of the indicated by a wireframe driver's seat 80 is controlled.

The front frame 10 has a central tube frame extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle from the steering head bearing downwards in the direction of the rear frame 50 runs. to the rear frame 50 towards the front frame widens 10 about two struts 34 . 36 , Between the front frame 20 and the rear frame 50 is an intermediate frame 40 provided, as it is in the soffit of 6 is shown, two longitudinal struts 42 . 44 and two cross struts 46 . 48 having.

At the intermediate frame 40 closes as in 11 shown the back frame 50 on, a cross strut 52 , two longitudinal struts 54 . 56 , two vertical struts 58 . 60 and a support frame 62 which are rigidly interconnected and which are in 11 are shown. The support frame 62 takes the lower surface of the recess 164 on, leaving the cabin 100 through the intermediate frame 40 , the crossbar 52 and the longitudinal struts 54 . 56 as well as the support frame 62 is supported.

The intermediate frame 40 is on the front frame 20 and rear frame 50 fastened for example via screws, so that a simple assembly and disassembly is possible.

Adjacent to the fastening device 82 for the driver's seat 80 are on the front frame 20 , preferably adjacent to the driver's seat 70 . 72 , two in 12 shown struts 70 . 72 provided, which extend in the vertical direction and as in 9 shown a roof section of the cabin 100 preferably the rear section 106 supported.

These aspirations 70 . 72 are preferably hollow struts, in which electrical lines are provided, for example, for an illuminated roof sign or for display device on the struts or adjacent to these. Through the struts 70 . 72 a higher mechanical stability of the tricycle is achieved, whereby vibration phenomena are reduced on bumpy roads. whereby the ride comfort increases.

By guided in the pursuit Electric cables can passengers and / or electrical signals are provided to the driver. For example Is it possible, the driver signals to a mobile electronic device, such as a Mobile phone or a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant). Alternatively or in addition can ensure the power supply of the mobile electronic device become. By the mobile electronic device, for example, the determine or store the geographical position of the tricycle Information, such as For Attractions Show. At the same time, the mobile electronic device can also be used for Play audio and / or video information.

Of the Use of the mobile electronic device is not alone on the Motor control limited, but this can also monitor the state of charge of the battery, It can be used for navigation, fleet management of a variety of vehicles used and for driver communication such as e.g. via mobile or Wi-Fi connection to be used.

Another function of the struts 70 . 72 is that passengers can cling to the struts when entering the tricycle and the struts but on the other hand because of their close proximity to the driver's seat and their short distance seated passengers not greatly restrict the ride comfort. Thus, a disadvantage of the known from the prior art tricycles for passengers can be eliminated, which was that the passengers have held on boarding the driver's seat.

The aspiration 70 and 72 can also be used to attach brackets for passengers and / or for the driver, so that brochures and, for example, bottles on the struts 70 . 72 can be taken on.

At the rear frame 50 is on the longitudinal struts 54 . 56 one swivel arm each 64 . 66 rotatably mounted, at its respective opposite portion of the rear axle 18 that the rear wheels 14 . 16 carries, is mounted. The swivel arms 64 . 66 be in relation to the vertical struts 58 . 60 through in 20 shown damper 68 . 69 held, leaving a vibration from the rear wheels 14 . 16 only muffled to the rear frame 50 and with it to the cabin 100 , in particular to the rear section 106 , is transmitted.

In the depression 164 is on the vehicle frame 10 a battery 92 fastened, via a trained on the front wheel hub motor 94 can be supplied with voltage. This hub motor 94 has the function to assist the driver in locomotion, especially on gradients.

The battery can be used to feed indoor lighting. Furthermore, jacks for taking electrical energy in the vicinity of the driver, for example, at utneren section 102 be provided so that the driver can connect to this electronic devices. A socket for removing electrical energy can in the upper section 104 and / or in the back section 106 be provided to ensure the power supply of a display device for passengers and / or the driver in a tricycle according to the first embodiment.

From Disadvantage was in the prior art, that in a drive through a hub motor the battery was discharged at an early stage.

In an alternative to the present invention, in addition to the battery, a fuel cell, preferably methanol-based, is provided near the battery. The fuel cell is either the hub motor 94 directly powered or the battery charged.

36 illustrates the engine use in the use of a fuel cell, it can be seen from the upper part of the diagram that the engine use in the morning hours and in the evening hours is highest, while the lower portion of the diagram, the discharge of the battery without supply by a fuel cell with a strong and the middle section of the diagram represents the discharge of the battery when fed by a fuel cell and in which a uniform small decrease in the charge of the battery is perceptible.

The battery 92 not only for feeding the hub motor 94 or an alternative electrical support for propulsion of the tricycle, but may also power additional electronic and / or electrical devices, such as a roof sign, the mobile electronic device, and / or displays on or in the tricycle.

The hub motor 94 is preferably controlled via a digital control, which is designed in such a way that an operation via a mobile electronic device is possible and on this trip information such as the driving speed or the distance covered can be displayed. Furthermore, the mobile electronic device can also be used as a taximeter or clock. The digital control for the hub motor 94 is also preferably adapted in such a way that batteries with different voltages, such as 24 V and 36 V, can be used and the digital control makes an adjustment of voltage and current to the requirements of the hub motor. This makes the tricycle suitable for use in different regions where unified batteries are not available. Furthermore, the digital control can adapt the tricycle to the use of both lead-acid batteries and nickel-cadmium storage batteries.

On the vehicle according to the first and second embodiments, sensors may be provided which provide, for example, signals over the distance traveled, such as speed sensors. These sensors can ver with a jack on the cabin or the vehicle frame Be connected, via which the signal is a mobile electronic device for informing the driver feedable.

The power transmission between bottom bracket 26 and one in 20 shown differential gear 74 at the rear axle 18 takes place via an in 18 shown intermediate gear 38 , where a first chain between bottom bracket 26 and intermediate gear 38 runs and a second chain 78 between intermediate gear 38 and the differential gear 74 , This second chain 78 is by at least one pulley 78 deflected so that both the differential gear 74 as well as the center axis of the intermediate gear 38 above the bottom of the rear frame 50 can run. In this way, a high ground clearance is ensured.

For the intermediate gear 38 For example, a Rohloff hub can be used. For cost reasons, but also, for example, a conventional derailleur with multiple chainrings, which are operated by a switching mechanism with levers by the driver, possible.

Due to such a design of the power transmission train between bottom bracket and differential gear is no need that on the chassis 10 to be applied cabin 100 to adapt to the design of the power transmission train. A present in the prior art transmission tunnel can be eliminated by, which increases the ride comfort of passengers.

The front frame 20 is over much of its longitudinal extension from the lower section 102 the cabin 100 covered, so that the driver comes in his pedaling against the elastic material of the cabin. The cabin 100 is at least partially formed of polyethylene and is produced for example by the rotary fusion of granules.

5 shows an oblique plan view of the upper section 104 the cabin. 7 a front view of the tricycle in the is that the struts 70 and 72 the view of the passengers through the front window 120 do not severely restrict.

10 shows the tricycle with the rear section removed 106 the cabin 100 ,

The 21 to 35 show a vehicle according to the invention according to the second embodiment.

This Vehicle is also designed as a tricycle and serves in difference to the first embodiment for load transport.

More specifically, in the 21 to 35 the second embodiment is shown as follows:

21 shows a tricycle according to the second embodiment in the side view from the left,

22 shows a tricycle of the second embodiment in the view from the right,

23 shows a tricycle of the second embodiment in plan view from the front,

24 shows a tricycle according to the second embodiment in the lower view,

25 shows a tricycle according to the second embodiment in front view,

26 shows a tricycle according to the second embodiment in the background,

27 shows a perspective view of the tricycle of the second embodiment from the left front,

28 shows a bottom view from the right rear of a tricycle of the second embodiment, wherein the rear portion 206 the cabin 200 is omitted,

29 shows a view of the vehicle frame with front frame and rear frame, which are from the viewpoint 11 in it differs that in 29 the in 11 provided intermediate frame 40 is not provided

30 shows a view from the left rear of the vehicle frame with front frame and rear frame and attached wheels and bottom bracket and attached handlebar of the second embodiment,

31 shows a tricycle of the second embodiment in the view from the rear, whereby the available space for the transport of objects on the tricycle according to the invention is clear, and

the 33 . 34 and 35 show a cab with lower portion, upper portion and rear portion of a tricycle according to the second embodiment, wherein 33 a view from the bottom left and from the back, 34 a view from the bottom left is, and 35 is a top view from the left to the cabin.

The tricycle according to the second embodiment differs from that of the first embodiment in that the two Embodiment no intermediate frame 40 is provided, but, as it is in 24 shown is the front frame 20 directly with the rear frame 50 connected is. Due to the reduced longitudinal extent of the cabin 200 is an adapted back section 206 the cabin 200 necessary, like this one in 31 and 32 is shown. The other structural and functional design of the second embodiment corresponds to that of the first embodiment, so that it is also functionally the same elements in the same elements shown in the figures. The lower section 202 and the top section 204 the cabin 200 are preferably identical to the lower section 102 and the top section 204 the cabin 100 of the first embodiment.

In the back section 206 the cabin 200 is a recess 220 introduced into which the objects to be transported are introduced. In the recess 220 delimiting wall sections 222 . 224 Threaded sleeves are provided over the brackets, for example in the form of shelves, in 31 through lines in the recess 220 are indicated in the recess 220 can be introduced. The recess 220 is preferably designed so that behind the backrest of the driver's seat 80 a maximum space is available for the transport of objects.

Out 31 it turns out that in the recesses 220 in the back section 206 of the tricycle according to the second embodiment may be added to fasteners shelves on which certain objects may be located for viewing. The rear section 206 is preferably closed by a transparent plastic part in the form of an upper flap, so that the objects intended for viewing are visible from the outside, but are protected against the effects of weather and against unauthorized removal. The in the 8th and 26 shown lower flap, which is formed in the first and second embodiments with different dimensions, serves to cover the battery and a fuel cell, if this is provided.

The rear section 206 the cabin 200 in 32 preferably has a lower surface 282 which can be designed in such a way that storage device, such as boxes and boxes, can be applied to these and the driver can distribute from the driver's seat in the storage device introduced items.

As in the first embodiment, the rear portion 206 through a lower flap 208 and an upper flap 210 closed as it is in 26 is shown.

27 shows on the front wheel 12 a wheel cover 275 that the front wheel 12 Covered over a large area, which in addition to the protective function is a large area for applying information or advertising content available.

The manufacturing process of such valves is in the 37 to 39B shown.

37 shows the molding, which is for example the result of a deep drawing operation, a pressing operation or a punching operation.

In the 38A and 39A the formation of the flaps for the first embodiment is shown while the 38B and 39B show the manufacture of the flaps according to the second embodiment. By appropriate processing operations, such as milling, the side walls are off 38A . 38B in 39A . 39B eliminated.

In the manufacture of the upper and lower flap for the rear section of the cabin is in both cases of the one in 37 As shown molding and assumed the same milling robot can be used, however, which is programmed differently depending on the desired dimensions. The molding from the 37 - 39B is preferably made of granules of polyethylene in an aluminum mold by rotation.

The flaps 108 . 110 respectively. 210 . 208 are designed so that these from a molding in 37 can be made and that in both cases on the line where the flaps on the tricycle meet taillights 94 . 96 , preferably LED lights, are provided.

As material for the cabin 100 . 200 In addition to polyethylene other polyolefins are suitable. The disadvantage of poor adhesiveness of polyolefins can be eliminated by polishing the surfaces so that the outer surface of the cabin 100 . 200 suitable for applying informational and / or promotional material. On sections of the inner wall of the cabin 100 . 200 in which a sticking is not provided, can be dispensed with the polishing of the surface and a visually appealing surface roughness are provided. In 32 an inner wall is shown, which is visible behind the driver to the outside and thus suitable for the application of stickers, so that a polishing is preferred.

Furthermore, a tricycle according to the first or second embodiment, at least one display device, over which depending on the geographical position Anzei geinhalte are representable. Preferably, the changeable indicator is on the flaps 108 . 110 . 208 . 210 appropriate. However, the invention is not limited thereto. The determination of the geographical position can be made for example via a provided on the tricycle mobile electronic device using GPS technology. The display device is preferably flexible in order to adapt to the outer contour of the cabin. An example of the display device are OLEDs.

For example can such a tricycle in a traffic jam in dependence show different ways of redirecting from the location.

The indicator may be adjacent to the upper and lower doors 108 . 110 respectively. 208 . 210 or integrated into this can also be used to play moving images used. This is preferably done in the state of the vehicle. In this way, the vehicle can be used at different locations, for example, for playing short films for information or entertainment purposes. In this way, eliminates the construction of screens or large screens.

The vehicle according to the invention according to the first and second embodiments is preferably on the front wheel 12 braked over disc brakes. According to a development of the first and second embodiments, a generator is connected to the rear axle, which is switchable by the driver and on the means of a deceleration energy generation for charging the battery and / or powering electrical equipment on the tricycle is possible.

The tricycle according to the second embodiment can be used not only as a transport vehicle, but can alternatively or additionally be used as a short-term stationary device used. For example, it is possible on the in 31 indicated shelves, for example, a coffee maker or a microwave to provide at stands at short notice to ensure a culinary supply.

With the tricycle according to the present invention, disadvantages of previous powered by muscle power vehicles have been eliminated. For example, the entrance is now symmetrically designed from left and right and stands over the struts 70 and 72 a boarding aid available, so that passengers can more comfortably reach their seats. Furthermore, the ride comfort increases due to the suspension of the rear axle with the rear springs.

by virtue of The mechanically optimized design can be used despite the more versatile Use of the tricycle according to the invention reduce the weight of this compared to the prior art.

It becomes a muscle-powered vehicle, preferably one Tricycle, provided with a vehicle frame that has a front frame and having a rear frame, wherein in a first mode of use of Tricycle of the front frame and the rear frame connectable are, and in a second use of the tricycle between the Front frame and the rear frame an intermediate element is inserted, with the front frame and with the rear frame mechanically can be connected in such a way that the center distance of the tricycle. Further or alternatively, a muscle-powered vehicle Vehicle frame and a cabin with at least one strut for a mechanical Connection between a roof section of the cabin and the vehicle frame.

10

vehicle chassis

11

floor area

12

front

14

left rear wheel

16

right rear wheel

18

rear axle

20

front frame

21

Zentralrohrrahmen

22

fork

24

strut

26

bottom bracket

28

handlebars

30

handlebars

32

steering linkage

33

Steering bearings

34

strut

36

strut

38

intermediate gear

40

intermediate frame

42

longitudinal strut

44

longitudinal strut

46

crossmember

48

crossmember

50

rear frame

52

crossmember

54

longitudinal strut

56

longitudinal strut

58

vertical strut

60

vertical strut

62

support frame

64

swivel arm

66

swivel arm

68

damper

69

damper

70

strut

72

strut

74

differential gear

76

second Chain

78

idler pulley

80

driver's seat

82

fastening device

84

rocker arm

90

seat for passengers

92

battery

94

tail lights

96

tail lights

100

cabin

102

lower section

104

upper section

106

rear section

108

lower flap

110

upper flap

120

front window

130

rear window

140

recess

160

upper bulge

162

lower bulge

164

deepening

166

Side wall

168

Side wall

170

bottom section

200

cabin

206

rear section

208

lower flap

210

upper flap

220

recess

222

wall section

224

wall section

275

wheel cover

280

inner wall

282

lower area

300

molding

302

parting plane

304

parting plane

306

higher corrugated section

308

lower corrugated section

310

Severing edge

312

Severing edge

314

sidewall

316

sidewall

Claims (38)

By muscle force movable vehicle, preferably tricycle, characterized by a fuel cell or a preparation for this, wherein by the fuel cell at least one electrical device ( 92 ) can be supplied with electric energy on the vehicle. The vehicle of claim 1, wherein the electrical device an auxiliary engine is through which a muscle-powered movement the vehicle supported is. Vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the electrical device is a battery ( 92 ) and by the fuel cell the battery ( 92 ) is rechargeable. Vehicle according to claim 2, wherein the electrical device is a battery ( 92 ) is for feeding the auxiliary motor and by the fuel cell, the battery rechargeable and / or the auxiliary motor with electric power can be supplied. Vehicle according to claim 4, wherein the fuel cell is provided adjacent to the battery. Vehicle according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the fuel cell is dimensioned in such a way that the complete discharge of the battery ( 92 ) is delayed while driving. Vehicle according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the fuel cell is dimensioned in such a way that the complete Discharge of the battery delayed is so that use of the auxiliary engine of 5 to 12 hours at sole charge of the battery by the fuel cell is possible. Vehicle according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the fuel cell is operated on methanol basis. By muscular force movable vehicle, preferably tricycle, with a vehicle frame ( 10 ), which has a front frame ( 20 ) and a rear frame ( 50 ), characterized in that in a first mode of use of the vehicle, the front frame ( 20 ) and the rear frame ( 50 ) are connectable to each other, and that in a second usage of the vehicle between the front frame ( 20 ) and the rear frame ( 50 ) an intermediate element ( 40 ) is insertable, which is mechanically connectable to the front frame and with the rear frame in such a way that the center distance of the vehicle increases. By muscular force movable vehicle, preferably tricycle, with a vehicle frame ( 10 ), to which a bottom bracket ( 26 ) and a transmission element ( 74 ) for driving at least one rear wheel ( 14 . 16 ), wherein the power transmission line between bottom bracket ( 26 ) and transmission element ( 74 ) below the vehicle frame ( 10 ) runs. Vehicle according to claim 10, wherein the axle of the bottom bracket ( 26 ) or axis of the driven rear wheel ( 14 . 16 ) in the vertical direction higher than a bottom surface ( 11 ) of the vehicle frame ( 10 ) lies. Vehicle according to claim 10 or 11 with pulleys ( 78 ) for a chain ( 76 ) that at least decreases cut forms the power transmission train. Vehicle according to one of claims 10 to 12, with an intermediate gear ( 38 ) between transmission element ( 74 ) and bottom bracket ( 26 ), by which the power transmission is changeable. By muscular force movable vehicle, preferably tricycle, with a vehicle frame ( 10 ) and a cabin ( 100 ), characterized by at least one strut ( 70 . 72 ) for a mechanical connection between a roof section ( 104 ) of the cab and the vehicle frame ( 10 ). Vehicle according to claim 14, wherein the strut ( 70 . 72 ) is a hollow strut, in at least one electrical line at least partially can be introduced. Vehicle according to claim 14 or 15 with an on or in the roof section ( 104 Cabin provided cabin lighting and / or on, on or in the roof section ( 104 ) of the cabin display device, which via the electrical line in the hollow strut ( 70 . 72 ) electrical signals can be fed. By muscle power movable vehicle, preferably Tricycle, with a display device and a control device for the data displayed on the display device, wherein the display device by the control device depending on the geographical Position of the vehicle is controlled. Vehicle according to Claim 17, having a display device, their display contents from the outside of the vehicle are perceptible. Vehicle according to claim 17 or 18, comprising a display device, has the OLED films. Vehicle according to one of claims 17 to 19, wherein the display device ( 108 . 110 ) is arranged at the rear of the vehicle A vehicle according to any one of claims 17 to 20, wherein the display means is a curved course of a surface portion (Fig. 108 . 110 ) follows a cabin of the vehicle. By muscular force movable vehicle, preferably tricycle, with a vehicle frame ( 10 ) and a seat attached to it ( 80 ), which is adjustable in the horizontal direction and in the vertical direction and whose inclination is adjustable. Vehicle according to claim 22 with a height-adjustable steering device ( 28 ). Vehicle according to claim 1 comprising a rear frame according to claim 9, a strut according to claim 14, a display device according to claim 17 and / or an adjustable seat ( 80 ) according to claim 22 Vehicle according to one of the preceding claims with a seat ( 80 ) for the driver and a seat ( 90 ) for at least one passenger. Vehicle according to one of the preceding claims with an auxiliary engine, via which a front wheel ( 12 ) is drivable while the rear wheels ( 14 . 16 ) are driven by muscle power. By muscle power movable vehicle, preferably tricycle, preferably according to one of the preceding claims, with a hub motor on the steered front axle and a powered by muscle power drive the rear axle ( 18 ). By muscular force movable vehicle, preferably tricycle, preferably according to one of the preceding claims, with a vehicle frame ( 10 ), that a front frame ( 20 ) with a central tube frame on which the steering head bearing ( 33 ) and the bottom bracket ( 26 ), and a rear frame ( 50 ) with connecting struts ( 54 . 56 ) for at least one rear wheel ( 14 . 16 ) having. Vehicle according to claim 28, wherein the central tube frame ( 21 ) substantially in a straight line to the steering head bearing ( 33 ) runs Method for producing at least two rear sections ( 108 . 110 ) a cabin ( 100 ) of a vehicle, preferably by muscle power movable vehicle, with the step a) forming a molded part ( 300 ), for example a press-formed part, a deep-drawn part or a stamped part, with two curved sections ( 306 . 308 ) of different height, in which two parting planes ( 302 . 304 ) are provided, of which only one is selected depending on one of a plurality of cabin types. Process with the steps carried out following step a) b) cutting through the molded part ( 300 ) between the vertices of the domed portions at one of the two parting planes ( 302 . 304 c) further processing of the severed molded part in such a way that c.1) when severed adjacent to the higher arched section (c) 306 ) a backward section ( 208 . 210 ) is formed for a vehicle with a small longitudinal dimension or c.2) when severed adjacent to the lower curved section (FIG. 308 ) A rear portion for a vehicle with higher Längsabmes is trained A method according to claim 30 or 31, wherein adjacent to the cut-through edges at least one recess for a lighting device ( 94 . 96 ) is provided. Method according to one of claims 30 to 32, wherein the molded part ( 300 ) is formed shell-shaped in step a). The method of claim 31, wherein in step c) at least one side wall ( 314 . 316 ) is processed depending on the selected parting plane. Molded part for producing a cabin of a vehicle, preferably by muscle power movable vehicle, with two curved sections ( 306 . 308 ) of different height, in which two parting planes ( 302 . 304 ) are provided, of which only one is selected depending on one of a plurality of cabin types. A molding according to claim 35, wherein the molding is adapted to form at least two rearward portions (Fig. 108 . 110 ; 208 . 210 ) is determined. By muscle power movable vehicle, preferably Tricycle, preferably according to one of the preceding claims, with a digitally controlled auxiliary engine, the vehicle in such a Manner is adapted to a digital control of the auxiliary engine via a mobile electronic device, such as a mobile phone or a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) is possible and / or by the mobile electronic device, the function, for example a tachometer, a distance meter, a taximeter or a Clock is realizable. By muscle power movable vehicle, preferably Tricycle, preferably according to one of the preceding claims, with a media player that is accessible via a mobile electronic device, such as a mobile phone or a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), controllable is.