EP2356019A1 - Control device for a traction kite - Google Patents
Control device for a traction kiteInfo
- Publication number
- EP2356019A1 EP2356019A1 EP09755928A EP09755928A EP2356019A1 EP 2356019 A1 EP2356019 A1 EP 2356019A1 EP 09755928 A EP09755928 A EP 09755928A EP 09755928 A EP09755928 A EP 09755928A EP 2356019 A1 EP2356019 A1 EP 2356019A1
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- EP
- European Patent Office
- Prior art keywords
- control device
- lines
- central bar
- wing
- control
- Prior art date
- Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
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Classifications
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
- B63H—MARINE PROPULSION OR STEERING
- B63H8/00—Sail or rigging arrangements specially adapted for water sports boards, e.g. for windsurfing or kitesurfing
- B63H8/10—Kite-sails; Kite-wings; Control thereof; Safety means therefor
- B63H8/16—Control arrangements, e.g. control bars or control lines
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
- B63H—MARINE PROPULSION OR STEERING
- B63H8/00—Sail or rigging arrangements specially adapted for water sports boards, e.g. for windsurfing or kitesurfing
- B63H8/10—Kite-sails; Kite-wings; Control thereof; Safety means therefor
- B63H8/18—Arrangements for connecting the user to a kite-sail; Kite-safety means, e.g. chicken loops, safety leashes or quick release mechanisms
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
- B63H—MARINE PROPULSION OR STEERING
- B63H8/00—Sail or rigging arrangements specially adapted for water sports boards, e.g. for windsurfing or kitesurfing
- B63H8/50—Accessories, e.g. repair kits or kite launching aids
- B63H8/56—Devices to distribute the user's load, e.g. harnesses
Definitions
- the present invention relates to a control device for traction kite, it consists of a horizontal central bar whose rear end is extended by an element gradually widening towards the rear of the device.
- the front end of the center bar is attached to the narrow portion of a rigid horizontal plate. This plate widens progressively towards the front of the device.
- a transverse grip is secured to the front end of the rigid plate.
- At least three control lines of a traction wing are attached to the device for control, one at the front, the other two at the lateral ends of the rear portion. The use is mainly with short lines.
- the four-line systems traditionally used to control pull kites are composed of a simple gripping bar which the user holds at arm's length and on which the control lines of the traction wing are fixed.
- the two back lines are attached to the ends of the bar and the two front lines are connected to a single bead that passes through a hole or a wire located in the center of said bar.
- the lower part of the cord is attached to the user's harness. The latter pushes or pulls the bar to change the kite's impact.
- a manual release device is provided at the base of the cord to release completely from the wing.
- This control system equips all of the inflatable wings and part of the coffered wings equipped with a "border / shock" system.
- the front lines of coffered wings without "border / shock" directed with a control bar are usually attached directly to the bar.
- the functions and configurations of the single-bar control lines can nevertheless have some variants, especially when new security systems are adapted to them.
- Another means of control is to connect the two control lines of the leading edge to the upper ends of two small vertical bars bent.
- the control lines of the trailing edge are attached to the lower ends of the two control rods.
- the user holds a bar in each hand, he makes movements with his wrists to direct, regain power, brake or put his kite.
- These small vertical bars commonly called “handles”, are mainly used with the coffered wings. In some cases, they can be attached to the ends of a horizontal gripping bar.
- the control systems described above have several disadvantages.
- the device of the "border / shock" of the aforementioned control bar requires to be permanently attached to the wing to be able to act on the incidence. If we come off, the kite will be in maximum power position and therefore difficult to hold at arm's length. In addition, the alignment of all control lines on a single bar does not allow to brake or stabilize the wing quickly and efficiently.
- the two vertical bars have the disadvantage of being difficult to manage on a mobile support or the user is balanced because they do not allow the pilot to stabilize properly.
- the control of a traction wing with this type of bar is carried out essentially at ⁇ $ ° wrist strength. Many practitioners find this physical and delicate device even with a horizontal bar connecting the two vertical handles.
- the control device overcomes these disadvantages and finds application in many sports towed by a kite such as kitesurf, kitesnow, mountainboard, buggy, t? .T catakite etc. .. It can be adapted to most traction wings on the market and considerably reduces the length of control lines, which is responsible for many accidents.
- kite such as kitesurf, kitesnow, mountainboard, buggy, t? .T catakite etc. ... It can be adapted to most traction wings on the market and considerably reduces the length of control lines, which is responsible for many accidents.
- the invention relates to a control device of a traction wing characterized in that it consists of a horizontal bar 30 that constitutes the central portion of the device.
- a monobloc element or a horizontal structure of more or less triangular shape widening towards the rear end of the device is integral with the central bar.
- a rigid horizontal plate widening towards the front of the device is attached to the front end of the central bar.
- a handle is attached to the front of the rigid plate, perpendicular to the central bar. Both ends of the control lines of the leading edge of the wing are attached to a single cord having means for adjusting the length of the front lines.
- the base 3 • this cord is connected to the front of the device.
- the low ends of the trailing edge lines are attached to the lateral ends of the rear transverse member.
- control device comprises the following characteristics:
- the front part of the control device is formed of a rigid horizontal plate.
- a transverse gripping handle slightly protruding from the widest part of the rigid plate is attached to the front end of said plate.
- the bases of the lines of the trailing edge of the wing are attached to the lateral ends of the structure or rear monobloc element.
- the lower parts of the rear lines are inserted into semi-rigid sheaths and interconnected by a transverse bead in order to avoid kinks in the lines around the device.
- the rear part can be composed of either bent or welded tubes forming a horizontal or oblique structure widening towards the rear of the device, the perforated central portion is then covered with a net, fabric or plate
- Rigid consists of a single block of identical shape, for example carbon or aluminum.
- the rear part can also be arranged obliquely, the angle can be variable.
- a harness end having two distinct ends may be attached to the device 3o , a pulley comprising in its lower part a loop or a ring is movable along said end.
- the dimensions and shapes of the device may be modified according to the wings used and according to the activity chosen.
- control lines may vary, for example, a fifth line may be added.
- Kitesurf A releasable harness end, traditionally used for the practice of Kitesurf can be attached to the front of the device instead of the model described above.
- FIG. 1 shows the control device according to the invention connected to an inflatable arched wing.
- FIG. 2 is the general view of an example of use of the control device by a user piloting a wing on a mobile support (gliding board).
- FIG. 3 shows a top view of the control device.
- FIGS. 4 and 4A are side views of the device installed on an inflatable wing and a box wing, the pivoting of the rear part shows the
- FIG. 5 shows the front part of the device, seen from above.
- FIG. 7 is a side view of the harness end positioned on the central bar of the device.
- control device (fig.1) is connected by control lines (6)
- an arched inflatable wing (10). It consists of a front gripping handle (3) transverse fixed to a rigid horizontal plate (2) whose base is connected to a central bar (1) secured to its rear end of a structure or element (4) horizontal monoblock widening towards
- a single cord (5) is positioned at the front of the device, its upper end fixes the lower parts of two control lines (7) of the leading edge (8) of the wing (10).
- the bases of the control lines (6) of the trailing edge (9) are attached to the lateral ends of the rear part (4).
- a piece of harness traditionally used for kitesurfing is
- the upper part of the single front cord (5) comprises a jamming pulley (19) for adjusting the length of the front lines (7) relative to the rear lines (6).
- the user (11) makes the adjustment by means of a stop (20) fixed to the end of the cord (5).
- the lower parts of the rear lines (6) pass into semi-rigid sheaths (13) and are interconnected by a transverse sheath (21) designed to limit the twists of the rear lines (6) around the various parts of the device. .
- Figure 2 shows a user (11) or kitesurfer in action on a gliding board (12). It controls an inflatable wing (10) using the control device according to the invention.
- the kitesurfer (11) positions his front hand laterally on the gripping element (3) which acts as a lever arm on the rear part (4) of the device to hold the wing (10) in the upper part of the the flight window.
- the user's front hand (11) also has a pivot function to taper or shock the wing (10) as it pushes or pulls the center bar (1) of the device with its back hand. The lateral and vertical position of his front hand allows great mobility of the wrist that can then accompany the movements of his back hand to direct the wing.
- the control device comprises a front part consisting of a rigid plate (2) horizontally widening progressively towards the front of the device.
- a transverse handle (3) is attached to the front end of said plate (2). The lateral ends of the handle (3) protrude slightly from the rigid plate (2) so that
- the central part of the device consists of an ergonomic horizontal bar (1) favoring gripping. It is fixed at its front end to the rigid plate (2) and at its rear end to the middle portion of a bar (29) disposed perpendicular to the central bar (1).
- a flexible envelope (14) (net, fabric and neoprene ...) covers the rear part (4) to prevent blocking of the user's arms or hands (11) between the different bars, they also promote the sliding lines (6) (7) along the device.
- Anchor points (35) (32) are provided at
- Description 4 and 4A represents the operating principle, seen in profile, of the adjustment of the incidence of an inflatable wing (10) of the "bow” type and of a caisson wing (27) (flanges not shown) without a "border / shock” system, based on the pivoting of the control device.
- a return pulley (25) connecting the rear flanges (26) to the front lines (28) integral with the leading edge (8) allows to increase the opening effect of the wing (10). Conversely, pulling the rear part of the central bar (1) towards you allows more or less to taper the wing (10) to increase its power.
- the operation of the control device (FIG. 4A) installed on a box wing (27) not equipped with a "border / shock" system differs because the leading edge (8), unlike a inflatable wing (10), does not act as pivot.
- the power is then adjusted by folding more or less the trailing edge (9) of the wing (27) - // " downwards, pulling towards the rear of the central bar (1) of the device. increases the pressure on the rear lines (6), the power is greater.
- the profile of the wing (27) deforms more or less depending on the pressure exerted on the rear of the central bar (1).
- the front part of the device shown in FIG. 5 consists of a horizontal rigid plate (2) whose base is fixed to the central bar (1). This plate (2) widens progressively towards the front of the device.
- a handle ⁇ gripping (3) transverse is secured in its lower part, the front of the rigid plate (2), it is arranged perpendicularly to the central bar (1).
- the lateral ends of the handle (3) protrude slightly from the rigid plate (2).
- This assembly removes the right angles, unlike a "T" arrangement, it limits the 2> o entanglements of the control lines (6) (7) or possible jamming of the fingers or arms of the user (11).
- the high protrusion of the handle (3) allows the user (11) to position the palm of his hand.
- Figures 6 and 6A show two variants of the rear part (4) of the device.
- FIG. 6 shows a rear part (4) consisting of a one-piece element (23) made of carbon, for example, two anchoring points (32) are provided at the ends.
- the entire device can be composed of a single block especially if it is a manufacture made with a composite or plastic material.
- FIG. 6A represents a tubular structure (38) of triangular shape, it can be covered with a flexible envelope (14).
- the end of harness (15) shown in profile Figure 7 is composed of a cord covered with a sheath, the two ends (24) (40) are fixed on either side of the central bar (1).
- the front end (24) of the harness end (15) can also be fixed under the rigid plate (2).
- a pulley (33) is movable along
- the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above so the shapes and dimensions of the control device can be variable.
- the materials used for manufacturing are diverse (eg carbon, aluminum ).
- Each element of the device according to the invention can be removable and adjustable.
- the configurations and functions of the command lines can be modified.
- a fifth line may be provided on the leading edge.
- the front handle, the central bar or the rear part can be of variable shapes to improve ergonomics or design.
- the rear part can be positioned obliquely, leaking upwards of the device.
- the device is designed to adapt to many cer traction kites present on the market (inflatable, coffered, mono-skins, rigid ).
- ⁇ Specific wings can be created specifically for the device.
- the device also allows to border or shock the wing without necessarily being attached to the latter.
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Applications Claiming Priority (2)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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FR0805823A FR2937300B1 (en) | 2008-10-21 | 2008-10-21 | CONTROL DEVICE FOR TILT DEPTH. |
PCT/FR2009/001222 WO2010046558A1 (en) | 2008-10-21 | 2009-10-20 | Control device for a traction kite |
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EP2356019A1 true EP2356019A1 (en) | 2011-08-17 |
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EP09755928A Withdrawn EP2356019A1 (en) | 2008-10-21 | 2009-10-20 | Control device for a traction kite |
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EP (1) | EP2356019A1 (en) |
FR (1) | FR2937300B1 (en) |
WO (1) | WO2010046558A1 (en) |
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FR3055610B1 (en) | 2016-09-08 | 2018-09-14 | Regis Andre Paul Letort | CONTROL DEVICE FOR TRACTION WINGS |
DE102016118553B4 (en) | 2016-09-29 | 2018-05-30 | Lars Feldtmann | Roll holding system for use on kitesurfing equipment |
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EP1516810B1 (en) * | 2003-09-16 | 2006-10-25 | Bernhard Jochum | Control system for a traction kite |
US7686254B2 (en) * | 2007-03-15 | 2010-03-30 | Frank Walter Mutzenberg | Force balancing kite control system |
US8152038B2 (en) | 2007-03-16 | 2012-04-10 | Illinois Tool Works Inc. | Nose assembly for a fastener driving tool |
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- 2008-10-21 FR FR0805823A patent/FR2937300B1/en not_active Expired - Fee Related
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FR2937300A1 (en) | 2010-04-23 |
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