EP1776165A2 - Systeme de fixation multifonction - Google Patents

Systeme de fixation multifonction

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EP1776165A2
EP1776165A2 EP05762569A EP05762569A EP1776165A2 EP 1776165 A2 EP1776165 A2 EP 1776165A2 EP 05762569 A EP05762569 A EP 05762569A EP 05762569 A EP05762569 A EP 05762569A EP 1776165 A2 EP1776165 A2 EP 1776165A2
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binding
release
toe
heel
base assembly
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Matthew E. Miller
Shane R. Barney
Douglas K. Furr
Brady S. Fox
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63C—SKATES; SKIS; ROLLER SKATES; DESIGN OR LAYOUT OF COURTS, RINKS OR THE LIKE
    • A63C10/00—Snowboard bindings
    • A63C10/14—Interfaces, e.g. in the shape of a plate
    • A63C10/145—Interfaces, e.g. in the shape of a plate between two superimposed binding systems, e.g. cradle
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63C—SKATES; SKIS; ROLLER SKATES; DESIGN OR LAYOUT OF COURTS, RINKS OR THE LIKE
    • A63C10/00—Snowboard bindings
    • A63C10/02—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders
    • A63C10/04—Shoe holders for passing over the shoe
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63C—SKATES; SKIS; ROLLER SKATES; DESIGN OR LAYOUT OF COURTS, RINKS OR THE LIKE
    • A63C10/00—Snowboard bindings
    • A63C10/02—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders
    • A63C10/10—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders using parts which are fixed on the shoe, e.g. means to facilitate step-in
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63C—SKATES; SKIS; ROLLER SKATES; DESIGN OR LAYOUT OF COURTS, RINKS OR THE LIKE
    • A63C10/00—Snowboard bindings
    • A63C10/02—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders
    • A63C10/10—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders using parts which are fixed on the shoe, e.g. means to facilitate step-in
    • A63C10/106—Snowboard bindings characterised by details of the shoe holders using parts which are fixed on the shoe, e.g. means to facilitate step-in to the front and back of the shoe
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63C—SKATES; SKIS; ROLLER SKATES; DESIGN OR LAYOUT OF COURTS, RINKS OR THE LIKE
    • A63C10/00—Snowboard bindings
    • A63C10/16—Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings
    • A63C10/18—Systems for adjusting the direction or position of the bindings about a vertical rotation axis relative to the board
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63C—SKATES; SKIS; ROLLER SKATES; DESIGN OR LAYOUT OF COURTS, RINKS OR THE LIKE
    • A63C10/00—Snowboard bindings
    • A63C10/24—Calf or heel supports, e.g. adjustable high back or heel loops

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  • the present invention relates to bindings configured to secure the foot or feet of a user or rider to a sliding board enabling the user to participate in a sliding sport, such as skiing, snowboarding, wakeboarding, etc.
  • the present invention relates to an adjustable tension release binding that is interchangeable, wherein it and or its design may be adapted for use on a plurality of different types of sliding boards, such as water or snow skis, snowboards, water skis, wakeboards and the like.
  • sliding boards such as water or snow skis, snowboards, water skis, wakeboards and the like.
  • the sliding boards used in these sports or activities such as snowboards, skis, wakeboards, and other sliding boards, are continually developing, with new technology improving their functionality and performance.
  • snowboarding has gained in popularity and is nearly as popular as skiing.
  • the form of snowboard binding which is currently most broadly used includes two bindings fastened to the snowboard, each binding having
  • Page 2 of 36 a plurality of straps adapted to fasten around a respective boot of the rider.
  • the rider places his or her boot clad feet on the bindings and tightens the straps around the boots to secure the board to the rider's legs.
  • the rider In order to remove the board, the rider must manually and individually unfasten each of the straps to release the snowboard bindings from the rider's boots.
  • Other types of fasteners and bindings are also available, which include plate bindings and step-in bindings. It is known that the majority of snowboarding fatalities have resulted from suffocation in deep snow.
  • the length of the snowboard can act as an anchor in the event of a snow slide or avalanche, and once covered in snow the rider may not be able to reach the binding straps in order to remove the board. It may therefore be desirable for a snowboard binding to enable the rider's legs to be released from attachment to the board in the event the snowboard is subjected to abnormal forces, such as may occur in the case of a severe fall or an avalanche.
  • Another difficulty associated with snowboard bindings occurs where the rider wishes to use a ski lift or tow to return to the top of a mountain slope. In order to negotiate lift lines and mount a lift chair, the rider must generally free one foot from the board to facilitate maneuvering into position.
  • Ski bindings are traditionally designed to release the ski from the ski boot if abnormal forces are present between the ski boot and ski binding, so that those forces are not transmitted to the skier's leg where they may cause injury.
  • complex mechanisms are employed within the ski bindings. These complex mechanisms typically provide only a limited number of release angles, thus increasing the potential that an impact or other force will not trigger a justified release.
  • Page 3 of 36 Another problem with prior related bindings is that there is no interchangeability between the types of sliding boards, thus increasing the expense of participating in more than one sliding sport. Indeed, individuals often like to snowboard, wakeboard, etc. as well as to ski. For example, an individual may want to ski in the morning using alpine skis but later ski in the afternoon on a snowboard. In order to do so, the individual would have to change the type of boots being worn in order to use the alpine skis or the snowboard. Accordingly, it would be a great benefit to provide a universal binding that would be as efficient and applicable for alpine skis as it is for snowboards. Further, this universal binding should also be adaptable to other sliding boards, including, but not limited to water skis, wakeboards, and others.
  • the present invention seeks to overcome these by providing a binding system having several functional aspects. Indeed, riders of sliding boards, such as snowboards and skis, require some binding means configured to secure or otherwise releasably affix their feet to the sliding board. In addition, it is desirable to have other features, such as variable and user- adjustable tension release, infinite release angles, variable and user-adjustable stance orientations, and the ability to use a single binding or a single binding design on many different types of sliding boards. Each of these are provided for in the present invention binding system.
  • the present invention features a binding system configured for use on a sliding board comprising: (a) a binding operable with a boot assembly, the binding comprising a support surface and toe and heel pieces extending therefrom; (b) a base assembly configured to be rotatably and removably secured to a deck of a sliding board and to releasably couple the binding during use of the sliding board, the base assembly comprising: (i) a support disc configured to be removably coupled to the deck of the sliding board and to secure the base assembly to the sliding board; (ii) a deck plate rotatable about the support disc and configured to be positioned adjacent the deck; (iii) a bonnet also rotatable about the support disc and configured to receive and engage the binding, the bonnet operable with the deck plate to support one or more components of the base assembly; (iv) adjustment means for facilitating the rotational adjustment of the bonnet and the deck plate about the support
  • Page 4 of 36 thereby facilitating a plurality of stance orientations of the boot assembly with respect to the sliding board, the adjustment means configured to selectively engage the support disc at any one of a plurality of adjustment positions; (v) coupling means configured to releasably couple the binding to the base assembly, and therefore the boot system to the sliding board, thereby securing a user thereto; and (vi) release means for actuating the coupling means to release the binding from the base assembly, and therefore the boot system from the sliding board.
  • the present invention also features a binding system for use on a sliding board comprising: (a) a binding operable with a boot assembly, the binding comprising a support surface and toe and heel pieces extending therefrom, the toe and heel pieces each having a receiver formed therein; (b) a base assembly configured to be rotatably and removably secured to a deck of a sliding board and to releasably couple and support the binding during use of the sliding board, the base assembly comprising: (i) a support disc configured to be removably coupled to the deck of the sliding board and to secure the base assembly to the sliding board; (ii) a deck plate rotatable about the support disc and configured to be positioned adjacent the deck; (iii) a bonnet also rotatable about the support disc and configured to receive and engage the binding, the bonnet operable with the deck plate to support one or more components of the base assembly; (iv) adjustment means for facilitating the rotational adjustment of the bonnet and the deck plate about the support disc,
  • the present invention further features a binding system for use on a sliding board comprising: (a) a binding operable with a boot assembly, the binding comprising a support surface and toe and heel pieces extending therefrom, the toe and heel pieces each having a receiver formed therein; (b) a base assembly configured to be rotatably and
  • the base assembly comprising: (i) a support disc configured to be removably coupled to the deck of the sliding board and to secure the base assembly to the sliding board; (ii) a deck plate rotatable about the support disc and configured to be positioned adjacent the deck; (iii) a bonnet also rotatable about the support disc and configured to receive and engage the binding, the bonnet operable with the deck plate to support one or more components of the base assembly; (iv) adjustment means for facilitating the rotational adjustment of the bonnet and the deck plate about the support disc, thereby facilitating a plurality of stance orientations of the boot assembly with respect to the sliding board, the adjustment means configured to selectively engage the support disc at any one of a plurality of adjustment positions; (v) release means for facilitating the selective manual release of the binding from the base assembly, and therefore the boot assembly from the sliding board; (vi
  • the support disc couples to the deck of a sliding board preferably using one of various standard hole patters, such as a three or four-hole pattern, wherein the hole patters are provided for in the support disc.
  • the center disc functions to rotatably secure the base assembly to the sliding board.
  • Each of the rider's feet are held in place by a boot system operable with the binding.
  • Each binding is configured to engage the base assembly by fitting the binding over the bonnet and causing the toe and heel plungers to engage the binding, thus securing it in place.
  • the binding system allows the rider to "step-in" to the binding system simply by placing a foot into the boot assembly, positioning the binding over the base assembly, and applying a downward force to snap the binding in place down onto the base assembly, with the toe and heel plungers engaging and releasably coupling the binding.
  • the base assembly further functions to provide a riser function to improve the performance of the sliding board.. Unlike prior related snowboard binding systems, the present invention binding system will release upon impact.
  • an adjustable tension release system that may be pre-set by the rider to meet desired specifications.
  • the tension in the binding system is pre-set on at least one, and preferably both, of the toe and heel plungers using a separate spring and shaft system for each toe and heel plunger.
  • the current release tension setting may be viewed through a window formed in the bonnet of the base assembly, which window is shaped and designed to cover the inner functioning mechanisms of the base assembly and to protect these from snow and ice, while still allowing the toe and heel plungers to extend outside the bonnet.
  • the binding system When the toe or heel plunger is subjected to forces or pressures exceeding the tension setting indicated by the rider, the binding system will release, thus allowing the binding to release from the base assembly, and, more importantly, the foot of the rider to release from the sliding board.
  • This is accomplished by the toe and/or heel plungers pressing against a series of release levers, cams, spacers, and the spring and shaft assembly behind each toe or heel plunger.
  • the release mechanism, or release means is comprised of these several components that actuate with the shaft and spring assembly operable with each toe and heel plunger.
  • the toe and heel plungers comprise a specific design to facilitate an infinite number of release angles.
  • the pressure surfaces are formed on pressure angles, preferably between 35° and 40°. Providing infinite release angles allows the binding to release from the base assembly at any angle from the horizontal line upward.
  • the release means may further comprise a quick-release design.
  • the release means may comprise a release lever located or positioned about the side of the bonnet.
  • the lever may comprise a handle or knob, wherein the user may grasp the handle and actuate the lever to actuate the spring assembly against the toe plunger in order to allow the user to disengage the binding.
  • the adjustment means may also comprise a quick-release design, wherein the adjustment means comprises a lever located or positioned on a side of the bonnet opposite from the quick-release release lever.
  • the lever may be configured to releasably engage all or a portion of the support disc, thereby facilitating a plurality of different stance orientations as desired by the rider without requiring the unscrewing of any screws or other similar fasteners.
  • the present invention still further features a method for securing a rider to a sliding board.
  • the present invention further features a universal binding apparatus for detachably securing a footwear-type article to a second article, the apparatus comprising: (a) a first plate that can attach to either of the footwear-type and second articles, and that comprises: (i) a toe retaining latch, disposed at a front portion of the first plate, the toe retaining latch comprising a plurality of pressure surfaces formed therein to enable an optimal selective pre-set tension release at an infinite number of release angles; (ii) a heel retaining latch, disposed at a rear portion of the first plate, the heel retaining latch comprising a plurality of pressure surfaces formed therein to enable an optimal selective pre-set tension release at an infinite number of release angles; and (iii) a first release, disposed between the toe retaining latch and the heel retaining latch, to disengage at least one of the toe retaining latch or the heel retaining latch; (b) a second plate that can attach to the the article not secured to the first plate and that comprises: (i) a to
  • FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a snowboard having two base assemblies attached or coupled thereto according to one exemplary embodiment of the present invention, wherein the base assemblies are adjusted to comprise different stance orientations with respect to the snowboard;
  • FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a snowboard having two base assemblies attached or coupled thereto according to one exemplary embodiment of the present invention, wherein the base assemblies are adjusted to comprise different stance orientations with respect to the snowboard;
  • FIG. 2 illustrates a perspective side view of a tension release binding system according to one exemplary embodiment of the present invention, wherein the tension release binding system comprises a binding assembly that releasably couples to a base assembly;
  • FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of a binding coupled to a base assembly, as well as a foot plate operably supported and coupled to a top or mounting surface of the binding;
  • FIG. 4 illustrates an exploded perspective view of the various component parts of the exemplary base assembly of the exemplary tension release binding system of FIG. 2;
  • FIG. 5 illustrates a top view of the exemplary base assembly of the exemplary tension release binding system of FIG. 2;
  • FIG. 6 illustrates perspective view of the exemplary base assembly of the exemplary tension release binding system of FIG.
  • FIG. 7 illustrates a bottom view of the exemplary base assembly of the exemplary tension release binding system of FIG. 2, wherein various release components are depicted that are configured to facilitate both manual and tension release of the binding from the base assembly;
  • FIG. 8 illustrates a bottom view of the exemplary base assembly of the exemplary tension release binding system of FIG. 2, wherein the deck plate is attached to enclose and support the various components of the base assembly;
  • FIG. 9-A illustrates a perspective view of a heel plunger according to one exemplary embodiment of the present invention, wherein the heel plunger comprises a plurality of pressure surfaces, each with corresponding pressure angles, and is configured for use with the exemplary base assembly of FIG. 2;
  • FIG. 9-B illustrates a side view of the heel plunger of FIG. 9-A, wherein a longitudinal pressure surface and its corresponding pressure angle is depicted;
  • FIG. 9-C illustrates a top view of the heel plunger of FIG.
  • FIG. 10 illustrates a partially exploded perspective view of a universal binding apparatus, according to one exemplary embodiment of the present invention
  • FIG. 11 illustrates a perspective view of the inside mechanism utilized in the universal binding system of FIG. 10, wherein the toe and heel plates are positioned in an open or released position
  • FIG. 12 illustrates a perspective view of the universal binding system of FIG. 11, wherein the toe and heel kick plates are positioned in a secured position
  • FIG. 13 is a side plan view of the universal binding apparatus according of FIG. 11, wherein the first release is positioned in a full release position
  • FIG. 14 illustrates a side plan view of the universal binding apparatus of FIG.
  • sliding boards examples include, but are not limited to snow and water skis, snowboards, wakeboards, and others as known in the art.
  • sliding sport shall be understood to mean any type of sport or recreational activity in which a sliding board is required or recommended for participation.
  • sliding sports include, but are not limited to, water and snow skiing, snowboarding, wakeboarding, and others as known in the art.
  • pressure surface shall be understood to mean one or more surfaces formed on one or more of the components of the binding system that are specifically designed to receive and bear a force or load thereon as applied by the binding for the purpose of supporting the binding about the base assembly and securing thereto, and for facilitating the triggering of a tension release of the binding from the base assembly in the event the tension setting is exceeded.
  • pressure angle shall be understood to mean the angle at which a pressure surface is configured.
  • release angle as used herein, shall be understood to mean the angle at which the binding releases from the base assembly upon a tension release.
  • tension release shall be understood to mean the triggered release of the binding from the base assembly in response to a load on the pressure angle exceeding the pre-set or pre-determined tension setting, wherein the load may be induced from an impact or excessively applied tension.
  • tension setting or "pre-set tension setting,” as referred to herein, shall be understood to mean the pre-set adjustment in the binding system set by the user
  • Page 11 of 36 to define the maximum acceptable forces or loads that may be placed on the pressure surfaces of the load bearing components of the binding system. This may be alternatively defined as the tension threshold.
  • the present invention describes a method and system for securing a user or rider to a sliding board via a multi-function binding system.
  • the present invention provides several significant advantages over prior related binding systems, some of which are recited here and throughout the following more detailed description.
  • the binding system incorporates a user adjustable tension release capability that allows the binding to release from the base assembly in response to an impact or other excessive force. This is significantly advantageous when the binding system is used on a snowboard as prior related binding systems are deficient in this area.
  • the tension release feature improves the safety to the rider by allowing the feet to release if subjected to abnormal loads.
  • the binding system provides a quick- release, wherein the user can easily manually actuate the release system to release the binding from the base assembly.
  • the binding system provides an adjustment means allowing riders, such as snowboarders, skiers, and the like, to easily adjust the stance orientation of each binding, and therefore each foot, with respect to the sliding board, without having to unscrew screws or other fasteners as is required in most prior related binding systems.
  • the adjustment means is preferably actuated by a quick-release mechanism, similar to the quick-release for the release system.
  • the binding system utilizes specifically designed coupling means in the form of plungers or latches, described herein as heel and toe plungers or latches, to effectuate tension release at an infinite number of release angles.
  • Each toe and heel plunger comprises pressure surfaces, both lateral and longitudinal, that provide for lateral and vertical release, as well as various combinations of these.
  • the pressure surfaces are formed at specific angles to provide pressure angles configured to optimize the release of the binding from the base assembly. More specifically, these pressure angles function to provide an optimal counter resistance on the binding before it suddenly releases from the base assembly.
  • the pressure angles are specifically configured to be between 35 and 40 degrees. This range of degrees has been established as that enabling the most optimal release.
  • the binding system allows the rider to "step-in" to the binding system by securing the binding to his or her foot, positioning the binding over the base assembly, and causing the binding to engage and couple to the base assembly by causing the toe and heel pieces to engage
  • the base assembly provides a riser function allowing the rider to gain leverage and height, thus reducing or eliminating heel and/or toe drag, two problems common with prior related binding systems.
  • the base assembly is designed to be interchangeable, meaning it may be applied or used on different types of sliding boards, thus allowing the binding to couple to different types of sliding boards.
  • the binding system utilizes standard hole mounting configurations, such as three-hole and four-hole configurations.
  • the interchangeability feature allows the rider to use a single binding, or at least a single style of binding, on each of the different sliding boards. This may be especially advantageous to those just learning to use one or more sliding boards as it increases the familiarity and any relatedness between boards.
  • FIG. 1 illustrated is a perspective view of a sliding board utilizing an exemplary embodiment of a binding system of the present invention.
  • FIG. 1 illustrates a sliding board 2 in the form of a snowboard.
  • the snowboard comprises an upper surface or deck 4 on which front and rear base assemblies are mounted, shown as front base assembly 60-a and rear base assembly 60-b.
  • each of the base assemblies 60-a and 60-b are configured to receive a binding (not shown), and therefore a respective foot of a user or rider (the term “rider” and “user” are used interchangeably throughout).
  • each base assembly 60-a and 60-b is removably mounted to the deck 4 via a center support disc, shown as support discs 64-a and 64-b, respectively.
  • the center support disc 64 functions to rotatably secure or mount each base assembly 60-a and 60-b to the deck 4 of the sliding board 2.
  • each base assembly 60-a and 60-b may be adjusted to comprise any desired stance orientation as referenced from a longitudinal axis 6 of the sliding board 2.
  • The.adjustability of the base assemblies is discussed in more detail below. Nonetheless, it is noted that the support discs 64-a and 64-b, although removably mounted to the deck 4 of the sliding board 2, are not configured to rotate. Rather these are mounted in a fixed position with the various other
  • the binding system 10 comprises a base assembly 60 configured to be removably mounted to a deck of a sliding board as described above. Once mounted, the base assembly 60 is configured to receive a binding assembly 14 comprising a boot assembly 18 and a binding 30.
  • the boot assembly 18 is configured to receive and secure a foot of a user, and comprises a boot configuration operable with one or more fastening configurations, such as those known in the art.
  • the boot assembly 18 is configured to couple to the binding 30, wherein the binding 30 functions with the boot assembly 18 to support the foot of the user about the base assembly 60 and sliding board (see FIG. 1).
  • the binding 30 comprises a primary support plate 32 having an upper surface (not shown) for receiving and supporting a foot of a user, or a foot plate (see foot plate 28 in FIG. 3), and a lower surface 36, which is configured to be positioned adjacent and rest against the upper surface 128 of the bonnet 120 and the upper plate 68 of the support disc 64, each of the base assembly 60, when the binding 30 is releasably coupled thereto.
  • the binding 30 also comprises a boot mount 56 configured to receive and secure or support a boot assembly 18.
  • the boot mount 56 comprises front and rear portions 57 and 58 located on opposing sides of the primary support plate 32 and extending upward therefrom.
  • the front and rear portions each comprise one or more mounting holes 59 configured to receive a fastener therein of any suitable type known in the art and to facilitate the mounting of the boot assembly 18 to the binding 30.
  • the boot mount 56 further functions to provide or assist in the lateral support of a foot of a user as contained in the boot secured to the user's foot.
  • the particular size and geometric configuration of the boot mount 56 is not intended to be limited to that shown in FIG. 2.
  • the binding 30 further comprises a toe support or toe piece 40 located at a front portion of and extending from the primary support plate 32.
  • the toe piece 40 comprises a geometric configuration that matches that of a front portion or front surface 156 of the bonnet 120 of the base assembly 60. More specifically, the toe piece 40 is configured
  • the toe piece 40 further comprises a receiver 44 formed in its inside surface 42.
  • the receiver 44 is sized and configured to receive or engage and releasably secure a toe plunger 280 of the base assembly 60, thus releasably coupling the binding 30 to the base assembly 60.
  • the toe plunger 280 comprises a pre-set tension setting, wherein it provides a counter force acting against the binding 30. Therefore, the receiver 44 comprises a similar geometric configuration as the portion of the toe plunger 280 being inserted therein.
  • the binding 30 further comprises a heel support or heel piece 46 located at a rear portion of and extending from the primary support plate 32.
  • the heel piece 46 comprises a geometric configuration that matches that of a rear portion or rear surface 164 of the bonnet 120 of the base assembly 60. More specifically, the heel piece 46 is configured with an inside surface 47 and an outer surface 48, wherein the inside surface 47 is designed and configured to engage the outer rear surface 164 of the bonnet 120, with the rear surface 164 of the bonnet 120 providing support to the heel piece 46 and the binding 30.
  • the heel piece 46 further comprises a receiver 50 formed in its inside surface 47.
  • the receiver 50 is sized and configured to receive or engage and releasably secure a heel plunger 310 of the base assembly 60, thus releasably coupling the binding 30 to the base assembly 60.
  • the heel plunger 310 like the toe plunger 280, comprises a pre-set tension setting, wherein it provides a counter force acting against the binding 30. Therefore, the receiver 50 comprises a similar geometric configuration as the portion of the heel plunger 310 being inserted therein. Due to their configuration, the toe and heel pieces or supports 40 and 46 function as coupling means to provide both lateral and longitudinal support for the binding 30 about the base assembly 60. It is noted herein that the terms "toe plunger” and “heel plunger” are used herein for distinguishing and explanatory purposes only.
  • the base assembly of the binding system does not comprise designated front and rear portions, but can be oriented so that either end may comprise the front or rear. Stated differently, the front of the binding may be attached to the base assembly with the base assembly facing in either direction.
  • the binding 30 further comprises front and rear slots 45 and 49, respectively, that are designed to facilitate the attachment of a foot plate to the upper surface of the binding 30 as discussed below and shown in FIG. 3.
  • the binding 30 comprises lateral slots 52 and 54 located on opposing sides of the binding 30 that permit the binding 30 to couple to the base assembly 30 without interrupting the displacement or actuation of the adjustment and release mechanisms 210 and 240, or any of their component parts, respectively, of the base assembly 60.
  • the lateral slots 52 and 54 are defined by edges of the toe and heel pieces 40 and 46, respectively, as well as an edge of the lower surface 36 of the primary support plate 32.
  • FIG. 2 also illustrates the base assembly 60 in an assembled state.
  • the base assembly 60 comprises, in part, a support disc 64 that is preferably centrally located within the base assembly 60, although not required.
  • the support disc 64 comprises an upper plate 68 having a perimeter 72, and a lower body portion (not shown, but see lower body portion 76 in FIG. 4).
  • the support disc 64 is designed and configured to be removably fixed to a deck of a sliding board (not shown in FIG. 2, but see deck 4 and sliding board 2 in FIG. 1). As such, the support disc 64 comprises one or more mounting hole configurations.
  • the support disc 64 comprises both a three-hole mounting configuration 92 and a four-hole mounting configuration 96, each of which are standard in the art and each of which may be used depending upon the type of sliding board the binding system 10 is to be used with.
  • the support disc 64 is further designed and configured to be rotatably supported within the base assembly 60. More accurately, the base assembly 60 is designed to be rotatable about the support disc 64 since the support disc is removably fixed to the deck of the slidable board. The components of the base assembly 60 rotate about the support disc 64 to enable the base assembly 60, and therefore the binding coupled thereto and the rider secured within the binding, to achieve a plurality of different stance orientations.
  • the base assembly 60 as further comprising a bonnet 120 configured to house the various internal components and mechanisms of the base assembly 60.
  • the bonnet 120 comprises an upper top support plate 124 having an upper surface 128 and a lower surface (not shown).
  • the upper surface 128 is substantially flat and designed and configured to receive and support thereon the substantially flat lower surface 36 of the binding 30 as coupled to the base assembly 60.
  • the bonnet 120 functions as a riser for the binding 30, thus increasing the
  • Page 16 of 36 height and leverage of the binding system which helps to reduce or eliminate toe or heel drag.
  • Formed in the top support plate 124 of the bonnet 120 is an aperture (not shown in FIG.2, but see aperture 136 in FIG. 4) sized and configured to receive the support disc 64 therein, as well as to rotatably support the support disc 64, thus facilitating adjustment of the base assembly 60 about the support disc 64 to enable the binding system 10 to achieve different stance orientations.
  • the support disc 64 comprises a lip (not shown, but see lip 84 in FIG. 4) that engages a ledge (also not shown, but see ledge 148 in FIG. 4) to secure the bonnet to the sliding board.
  • the bonnet 120 further comprises front and rear surfaces 156 and 164 designed to receive and support thereon the matching toe and heel pieces 40 and 46, respectively, of the binding 30.
  • the front surface 156 has formed therein a slot 160 configured to enable the toe plunger 280 to extend outward from the interior of the base assembly 60 past the front surface 156 of the bonnet 120, and to displace bi-directionally back and forth therein.
  • the rear surface 164 has formed therein a slot 168 that is configured to enable the heel plunger 310 to extend outward from the interior of the base assembly 60 past the rear surface 164 of the bonnet 120, and to displace bi- directionally back and forth therein.
  • the bonnet 120 further comprises a first side (not shown, but see first side 188 in FIGS. 4 and 5) and a second side 192, each extending downward from the top support plate 124.
  • the second side 192 comprises a lateral slot 200 formed therein to allow displacement and actuation of the adjustment mechanism 210, and particularly the locking lever 214 of the adjustment mechanism 210, as intended.
  • the first side also comprises a similar lateral slot (see first side 188 and lateral slot 196 in FIGS. 4 and 5) formed therein that is sized and configured to allow displacement and actuation of the release mechanism 240, and particularly the release lever 244, as intended.
  • the bonnet 120 further comprises therein a first window 172 configured to provide a view to the dog 428 functioning as an indicator of the pre-set tension setting corresponding to the load placed on the heel plunger 310 by the release mechanism 240.
  • the window 172 comprises an aperture formed in the support plate 124.
  • the bonnet 120 further comprises a second window 176 configured to provide a view to the dog 448 functioning as an indicator of the pre-set tension setting corresponding to the load placed on the toe plunger 280 by the release mechanism 240.
  • FIG. 2 further illustrates the deck plate 100 located beneath and enclosing the bonnet 120.
  • the deck plate 100 is designed and configured to be adjacent and rest against the deck of a sliding board.
  • FIG. 3 illustrated is a perspective view of the exemplary binding system 10 shown in FIG. 2, wherein the exemplary binding 30 and the exemplary base assembly 60 are shown in a coupled configuration.
  • FIG. 3 further illustrates a foot plate 28 operably supported and coupled to the upper mounting surface 34 of the primary support plate 32 of the binding 30.
  • the foot plate 28 functions to increase the surface area of e binding 30 to better accommodate a foot of a user either with a boot (e.g., in the case of snowboarding) or without a boot (e.g., in the case of wakeboarding).
  • the foot plate 28 may comprise any size and shape, and may comprises one or more contours corresponding to the foot of a user, if appropriate.
  • the foot plate 28 may be optional and selectively removed.
  • FIG. 3 illustrates the foot plate 28 as comprising a separate structure, the foot plate 28 may be integrally formed with the binding 30.
  • FIGS. 2 and 4-8 illustrated are various views of the exemplary base assembly 60 of the exemplary binding system 10.
  • the base assembly 60 comprises a support disc 64 having an upper plate 68, a perimeter 72 of the upper plate 68, and a lower body portion 76 extending from the upper plate 68, as shown.
  • the lower body portion 76 comprises a sidewall 80 configured to receive one or more components in the adjustment mechanism to selectively position the base assembly 60 in any one of a plurality of available stance orientations.
  • the sidewall 80 comprises a plurality of teeth 88 formed therein configured to define the plurality of available stance orientations.
  • the upper plate 68 and the lower body portion 76 form a lip 84 at their intersection.
  • the lip 84 is configured to engage a corresponding ledge 148 formed in the bonnet 120, thereby securing the bonnet 120 and the various components to the sliding board.
  • the lip 84 and corresponding ledge 148 are further configured to rotate about one another, thus facilitating the rotation of the bonnet 120 with respect to the support disc 64 in the event the stance orientation of the base assembly 60 is adjusted.
  • the support disc further comprises hole mounting patterns shown as three-hole mounting pattern 92 and four-hole mounting pattern 96.
  • the support disc 64 is inserted into the apertures 136 and 112 formed in the bonnet 120 and the deck plate 100, respectively, until coming to rest upon the deck of the sliding board, wherein it is then coupled to the sliding board.
  • the deck plate 100 comprises an upper surface 104 and a lower surface 108, and is configured to function as a support member for many of the components and mechanisms in the base assembly 60, as well as to encase these.
  • the deck plate 100 has several mounting holes 116 formed therein to facilitate the mounting of various base assembly components, such as the adjustment mechanism 210 and the release mechanism 240.
  • the adjustment mechanism 210 comprises a biased locking lever 214 that is rotatably or pivotally coupled about a pivot point 226.
  • the locking lever 214 further comprises a handle or knob 218 designed to provide an ergonomic interface with the user in actuating the adjustment mechanism 210.
  • the adjustment mechanism 210 comprises a series or a rack of teeth 222 formed in the locking lever 214 that are configured to engage the corresponding teeth 88 formed in the support disc 64.
  • a spring 230 functions to bias the locking lever 214, and the rack of teeth 88, towards an engaged position against the support disc 64.
  • the bonnet 120 comprises a sidewall 144 defining the aperture 136. Within the sidewall 144 is a slot 152 configured to provide an opening through which a portion of the locking lever 214 supporting the rack of teeth 222 may pass to engage the support disc 64.
  • the adjustment mechanism 210 With the adjustment mechanism 210 in an engaged position, the bonnet 120 and the components contained therein are prohibited from rotating about the support disc 64.
  • the user simply actuates the adjustment mechanism 210 by grasping the handle 218 and displacing the locking lever 214 to overcome the counter force applied by the spring 230.
  • the rack of teeth 88 on the locking lever 214 disengage from the teeth 222 on the support disc 64, thereby enabling the bonnet 120 to rotate about the support disc 60.
  • the base assembly 60 may therefore be positioned in any number of adjustment positions resulting in different stance orientations.
  • the adjustment mechanism 210 is further configured as a quick-release system, wherein a user may vary the stance orientation quickly and easily at any time without having to release the binding.
  • the lower portion of the support disc may comprise a smooth sidewall.
  • the adjustment mechanism may comprise some type of clamp that clamps to the sidewall in an infinite number of adjustment positions and resulting stance orientations.
  • the sidewall may comprise a plurality of apertures formed therein that are configured to receive a corresponding peg or insert formed on the locking lever of the adjustment mechanism to achieve specific adjustment positions and resulting stance orientations.
  • the release mechanism 240 comprises a release lever 244 having a cam portion 246 formed therein, wherein the release lever 244 is rotatably or pivotally coupled about a pivot point.
  • the release lever 244 further comprises a handle or knob 248 designed to provide an ergonomic interface with the user in manually actuating the release mechanism 240.
  • the release mechanism 240 comprises a first plunger lever 412 operable with the toe plunger 280 and a second plunger lever 416 operable with the heel plunger 310.
  • Each of the first and second plunger levers 412 and 416 are double acting levers configured to provide compounded motion.
  • the first and second plunger levers 412 and 416 each comprise along one edge a curved surface that engages and interacts with the linear ledge of the respective toe and heel plungers during actuation of the release mechanism.
  • first and second plunger levers 412 and 416 are a surface comprising the same shape as that of the inside surfaces 42 and 47 of the toe and heel supports 40 and 46, respectively (see FIG. 1), thus allowing the first and second plunger levers 412 and 416 to nest therein when the release mechanism is configured to position the toe and heel plungers in a fully extended position (this configuration is depicted in FIG. 7).
  • the second plunger lever 416 is pivotally coupled to the bonnet 120 at one end.
  • the release mechanism further comprises a release cam 252 rotatable about the same pivot point as the release lever 244.
  • the release cam 252 comprises a cam portion contained within a cam track 414 formed in the first plunger lever 412.
  • the release cam 252 Upon displacement of the release lever 244 and subsequent actuation of the release mechanism, the release cam 252 is caused to rotate, wherein its cam portion tracks along the cam track 414. This action functions to displace the first plunger lever 412 to effectuate the retraction of the toe plunger 280, thereby allowing the binding to release from the base assembly.
  • the toe and heel plungers 280 and 310 are coupled to the first and second
  • the nubs are located within a corresponding non-concentric aperture formed in the first and second plunger levers 412 and 416, thus providing a limited degree of slip between the plunger levers and the plungers.
  • the adjustment mechanism further provides for tension release, wherein the binding will release from the base assembly upon exceeding a pre-set tension setting set by the user.
  • shaft 420 is contained within a slot 134 formed in the bottom surface of the bonnet 120.
  • the shaft 420 supports a shaft journal 424, a dog 428, a spring 432, and a button 436, each configured to operate together to force the plunger lever 416 against the inside surface of the heel support 46.
  • the shaft is threaded and the spring is supported against a shoulder. Any forces acting to exceed the pre-set tension setting will function to trigger the adjustment mechanism to release the binding from the base assembly. More specifically, any forces acting to exceed the pre-set tension setting will cause the button 436 to displace and compress the spring 432, which retracts the heel plunger 310 and releases the binding from the base assembly.
  • the same tension release feature is provided for the toe plunger 280, wherein the shaft 440, the shaft journal 444, the dog 448, and the button 456 function together with the first plunger lever to provide tension release of the binding from the base assembly.
  • the adjustment mechanism 240 enables a user to adjust the pre-set tension setting.
  • the adjustment mechanism 240 comprises a gearing system configured to facilitate the rotation of the shaft and the changing of the tension setting.
  • the gearing system When the gearing system is turned, the shaft rotates to move the dog 428 upward or downward, which changes the compression in the spring, thus varying the tension setting.
  • the dog 428 is visible through the window formed in the bonnet 120 to indicate the pre-set tension setting.
  • the base assembly 60 further comprises various spacers, such as rear spacer 400, front spacer 404, and gap spacer 408 to facilitate proper operation of the various mechanisms supported by the base assembly 60.
  • FIG. 9-A - 9-C illustrated are various views of a heel plunger according to one exemplary embodiment of the present invention, wherein the heel plunger comprises a plurality of pressure surfaces, each with corresponding pressure angles, and is configured for use within the exemplary base assembly of FIG. 2.
  • the heel plunger 310 comprises an upper surface 314, a lower
  • FIG. 9-B illustrates first and second longitudinal pressure surfaces 338 and 340.
  • the first longitudinal pressure surface 338 comprises a pressure angle ⁇ j.
  • the second longitudinal pressure surface 340 comprises a pressure angle ⁇ 2 .
  • FIG. 9-C illustrates first and second lateral pressure surfaces 344 and 348.
  • the first lateral pressure surface 344 comprises a pressure angle ⁇ i.
  • the second lateral pressure surface 348 comprises a pressure angle ⁇ 2 .
  • the pressure surfaces are specifically configured to comprise pressure angles between 35 and 40 degrees, which is the angle determined to provide optimal tension release of the binding from the base assembly. More specifically, these angles function to provide an optimal counter resistance on the binding before it suddenly releases from the base assembly.
  • the pressure surfaces are configured to enable the binding to release at an infinite number of release angles since there are no toggle mechanisms present unlike those found in prior related binding systems. Steeper pressure angles, such as those below 35° (e.g., 30°) are inadequate because they cam out. Thus, steeper angles will not result in adequate release of the binding.
  • the present invention features a single mechanism configured with vertical and lateral pressure angles that facilitate release from the binding in the vertical direction, as well as the two lateral directions.
  • the surface area on the longitudinal pressure surfaces of the plunger, or those configured for vertical heel tension release is much greater than the surface area on the lateral pressure surfaces, or those configured to provide lateral heel tension release. This is because the foot can withstand a greater amount of force or pressure in the vertical heel/toe direction than it can in the lateral direction from lateral shear forces.
  • the forces required for vertical release can be increased to keep the binding from releasing.
  • the longitudinal pressure surface comprises a greater surface area. The opposite is true for the lateral sides of the plunger and the lateral release angles.
  • the lateral sides of the binding are configured with smaller release angles having smaller surface areas.
  • the pressure surfaces and the corresponding pressure angles may be incorporated into any number of different plunger configuration. It is specifically noted herein that the heel and toe latches discussed below also comprise both longitudinal and lateral pressure surfaces and corresponding pressure angles.
  • the present invention further features a universal ski binding apparatus, which is illustrated in FIGS. 10-14.
  • the universal binding apparatus 610 is illustrated for use with a flat or alpine ski 612, which has attached to it a releasable base binding or plate 614 that secures a boot or footwear 616 to ski 612 via a second securing or top plate 618.
  • the universal ski binding 610 makes both snowboard and ski bindings releasable. It serves as an interface that fits between a snowboard and a snowboard binding or a ski and a ski binding, respectively, to allow them to release the rider from the board at a preset pressure on impact. Further, the rider can perform a quick release via a quick release lever that has been heretofore lacking in the prior art. This enables a reduction in injuries and an increased safety level and performance in both snowboarding and skiing.
  • the release mechanism is also able to release at all required angles via the novel design interaction of the release surfaces of the mounting plate and the securing top plate.
  • Base plate 614 further includes a toe kick latch 620 and a heel kick latch 622 that both slide forward or backward relative to the orientation of ski 612 in order to secure top plate 618 within base plate 614.
  • a first release lever 624 serves to disengage toe kick latch 620 while a second release lever 626 serves to disengage heel kick latch 22.
  • Top plate 618 engages the base plate 614 via a first or toe support 628 and a second or heel support 630, respectively.
  • Both toe kick latch 620 and heel kick latch 622 are spring loaded so that when a sufficient force is applied to top plate 618, such as when a skier falls, the toe kick latch 620 or heel kick latch 622 will travel a sufficient enough distance to release its respective toe support 628 or heel support 630. This releases the top plate and frees the skier from possible bodily injury or property damage.
  • each of the toe and heel latches comprise pressure surfaces and corresponding pressure angles similar to those discussed above, which discussion is incorporated herein. The pressure surfaces are specifically configured to comprise pressure angles between 35 and. 40 degrees, thus optimizing the tension release of the top plate.
  • snowboarders and skiers can eliminate the need for risers or "gas pedals" normally used to reduce toe and heel drag.
  • risers or "gas pedals" normally used to reduce toe and heel drag.
  • traditional bindings place the ski boot right on the surface of the ski, which can lead to drag as the skier cuts sharply for a turn.
  • Risers have been used to elevate the ski boot above the top surface of the ski, thereby reducing or eliminating drag. These risers are no longer necessary when the binding apparatus 610 is utilized instead.
  • each screw 632 and 634 may be turned with either an Allen wrench or a screwdriver, such as a flat head or a Phillips, so that proper tension desired by the user can be quickly achieved.
  • a cover plate 636 is firmly secured atop the base plate 614 and is supported by cover support tabs 637. Cover support tabs 637 are integrated within base plate 614.
  • FIGS. 11 and 12 illustrate first a release position (FIG. 11) and then a secure position (FIG. 12). It is noted that the kick latches 620 and 622 move in opposite directions along the same line of engagement in order to secure top plate 618. Each kick latch 620 and 622, as previously stated, is held within a fixed position by release levers 624 and 626, respectively. First release lever 624 causes toe kick latch 620 to release and disengage the top plate 618 when lifted upwardly. Second release lever 626 operates in the same manner for releasing heel kick latch 622. Release levers 624 and 626 allow the rider conveniently to release him self while in deep powder or in any other situation.
  • a lanyard or cord can be attached to either release lever 624 or 626 so that the rider can pull on the cord from a distance in order to release the rider from the board.
  • the rider can then reengage the kick latch 620 or 622 by simply kicking them in the retaining position towards the main body of the bottom plate 614. This feature allows the rider to reengage the bindings without needing to bend over or sit down in the snow, which then allows the rider to step back into the binding apparatus without difficulty.
  • Kick latches 620 and 622 slide back so that release levers 624 and 626 are held in place via release notches 625 and 627, respectively, as shown in Figures 4 and 5.
  • Figure 4 illustrates the position of toe kick latch 620 in the released position while
  • Figure 5 illustrates the kick latches 620 and 622 engaging the top plate 618.
  • Each kick latch 620 and 622 further includes a recess 621, which is utilized to retain or hold toe support 628 or heel support 630 in place when kick latches 620 and 622 are moved to their latch position.
  • Toe kick latch 620 is actually part of a kick plate 638 as shown in Figures 2 and 3.
  • Kick plate 638 is held in place within base plate 614 via a pair of set screws 644, which allow kick plate 638 to slide between a first and second position.
  • heel kick latch 622 is part of a kick plate 639, which can slide freely, but is held in place via set screws 646.
  • Set screws 646 are identical to set screws 644.
  • Each kick plate 638 and 639 is designed to be identical in configuration, which simplifies production, assembly and replacement or repair work.
  • the base plate 614 further includes several sets of springs, which are used to provide tension and force for holding the latches 620 and 622 in position and enable them to release under desired conditions.
  • a first set of springs includes springs 640 and 642.
  • Springs 640 and 642 serve to bias the kick plates 620 and 622, respectively, opposite one another.
  • the large set of springs 640 and 642 control the release tension as well.
  • the next set of springs 645 and 647 are placed within spring retainers 649 and 651, respectively. Springs 645 and 647 serve to control the lateral pressure on the release levers 624 and 626.
  • the last set of springs 650 ride in shallow cavities etched into the under surface of cover 636. Springs 650 support the base plate cover 636 and urge the release lever 624 and 626 in place, below notches 625 and 627, respectively, once the latches 620 and 622 are moved into their retention orientation.
  • Each main spring 640 and 642 is held in position by a binding release tension shaft 643, which allows the spring to be compressed for a given tension as well as secures the release lever 624 and 626 in combination with the kick latches 620 and 622, respectively.
  • a cam 648 is also moveably secured on binding release tension shaft 643 and operates with the release plate to adjust the release tension of either kick plate 638 or kick plate 639 when they are engaged with the release levers 624 or 626. As the tension adjustment screw 632 or 634 is turned, the cam 648 is retained within notches formed in part of the release levers 624 and 626 such that the spring force is increased or decreased, depending on how the screws are turned. Binding release tension shaft 643 can have either right handed or left handed threads.
  • Retention tabs 653 are formed under each of kick latch 620 and 622 and which engage plate 614 while engaging the top plate 618. Retention tabs 653 engage notches 672, shown in Figure 11.
  • Cover plate 636 has a useful shape that allows it to rest against the top plate surfaces to eliminate problems with release consistency that are typically caused by floating or "relative,” tension between the heel and toe releases. Cover plate 636 is prevented from traveling against top plate 618; otherwise, the top plate would float on the cover. Cover plate 636, therefore, serves as a cover retention and release surface.
  • the universal binding system 610 is designed to work well with very narrow skis and the release plates are modified to be utilized with a conventional ski. A rider can then use the same universal binding system on any other board that they may use which allows them to use the same boots with either the skis or the snowboard.
  • the system is also able to work with most soft bindings and boots as a firm exoskeleton, shown in Figure 610, can be adapted to include a top plate 618 for binding with bottom plate 614.

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L'invention porte sur un système de liaison multifonction configuré pour être utilisé sur une planche de glissement et comprenant: (a) une fixation pouvant être utilisée avec un ensemble de bottes et comprenant une surface de support et des parties orteils et talon s'étendant depuis celle-ci; (b) un ensemble base configuré pour tourner et être fixé amovible au tablier de la planche et pour être couplé de manière libérable à la fixation en utilisation. L'ensemble base comprend: (i) un disque de support configuré pour être couplé amovible au tablier de la planche et être fixé à l'ensemble base de la planche; (ii) une plaque de tablier pouvant tourner autour du disque de support et configurée pour être positionnée à côté du tablier; (iii) un couvercle pouvant également tourner autour du disque de support et configuré pour accueillir et venir en contact avec la fixation, ce couvercle pouvant être utilisé avec la plaque de tablier afin de supporter un ou plusieurs composant de l'ensemble base; (iv) un dispositif de réglage pour faciliter le réglage par rotation du couvercle et de la plaque de tablier autour du disque de support et par rapport à la planche de glissement, ce qui permet d'avoir plusieurs orientations de la position de l'ensemble bottes par rapport à la planche de glissement, le dispositif de réglage étant configuré pour venir sélectivement en contact avec le disque de support à n'importe quelle position de réglage; (v) un dispositif de couplage configuré pour coupler de manière libérable la fixation à l'ensemble base et, par conséquent, l'ensemble bottes à la planche de glissement, l'utilisateur étant ainsi fixé à la planche; et (vi) un dispositif de dégagement pour actionner le dispositif de couplage et dégager la fixation de l'ensemble base et, par conséquent, le système de bottes de la planche de glissement.
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