GB2280161A

GB2280161A - A device for parking wheeled vehicles

Info

Publication number: GB2280161A
Application number: GB9315244A
Authority: GB
Inventors: Alan Gray
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 1993-07-21
Filing date: 1993-07-21
Publication date: 1995-01-25
Also published as: GB9315244D0

Abstract

A parking device for moving a wheeled vehicle such as a caravan laterally comprises a trolley which runs along a track formed by a pair of tubular rails. In use, the vehicle is driven onto the trolley using detachable ramps and is then moved laterally into its parking position along the track. A section of the track can be removed after the vehicle is parked. The parking device can also include a wheel clamping unit for securing the vehicle. The parking device can also be adapted for parking vehicles having two axles. <IMAGE>

Description

A DEVICE FOR PARKING CARAVANS/HORSEBOXES AND OTHER SMALLER ROAD TRAILERS IN CONFINED OR LIMITED ACCESS CONDITIONS THIS INVENTION concerns a device for the parking of caravans and other road trailers of up to a capacity of 2000kgs in 90 degree offset positions on driveways and other previously inaccessable areas.

As space on driveways and security of all mobile vehicles is becoming a serious problem this device contributes various benefits to this dilemma. Parking of such vehicles in confined or otherwise restricted spaces has been limited by the slewing angle of such vehicles or by the arc struck by the rear of such vehicles from the axle centres.

In principle this invention of a split linear track, one part fixed to the ground where the vehicle will ultimately be parked and the other section detachable after use.

The device incoporates several features, a brief summary of which are listed below; 1) The ability to park any of the above mentioned vehicles within a distance not exceeding lOOmm of their overall length 2) Considerably reduce physical strain incurred whilst attempting to park such vehicles under normal circumstances 3) Provide compliance with insurance companies regulations insomuch that the vehicles do remain on the policyholders land 4) Incorporation of a proprietary wheel clamping or locking facility on the device 5) Reduce damage to the vehicles by application of this device which totally controls the parking accuracy The device as shown in drawing (1) enclosed is constructed to and in the form of a linear track which is separated by a jointing method to allow for the extension piece to be added whilst in use.

Positioning of the device is dictated by the overall length of the vehicle to be parked and any surrounding obstructions such as a wall,tree etc.

Track fixation is made by a combination of rolled steel angle bars driven into the ground or cemented in , or the use of cavity bolts into concrete.

Fig. 1 within drawing (1) shows the buffer and leading bogie keeper whilst the device is in use Fig. 2 is an example pf the precision parking that is achievable with this device Fig. 3 is an example of the bogie assembly Fig. 4 is an example of the track connecting and locking mechanism Fig. 5 Is an example of a wheel clamp locking assembly As the product will in most applications be exposed directly to the elements, all parts will be galvanised and or powder coated to ensure long life and serviceability to the user.

Claims

1) This fabricated apparatus is designed for the effective movement of Road trailered vehicles along a linear track system by means of two traversing bogie assemblies each with facilities to support single or double axled vehicles.

Each of these bogie assemblies is fitted with trap bars to secure the vehicles wheels once mounted thereon.

The road trailered vehicles gain access to the system via ramp assemblies that with fitted bridging plates have dowel locating pins which clip into the leading edges of the bogie assemblies. This provides both alignment of bogie and ramp instantly and also a gradient of low percentage on which to roll the said vehicles up and onto the system.

Intrinsic design of the bogie assemblies cause two security features to be employed within the system thus allowing theft of any said vehicles to be greatly minimised.

The concave ball-raced nylon roller assemblies provide the least operating friction to the movement of such vehicles which is the prime objective with this system. That is to eliminate physical strain as a result of the usual prevailing conditions when attempting to park such vehicles.

The linear track system which is demountable can be produced in single lengths or constructed from variable length section -s with interconnecting sleeve inserts along with bridging connectors to simply secure the sections together. Each end of the overall system has end stops which form part of the system and retain the bogie assemblies whilst operating within the length parameters.

CLAIMS continued.

2) Apparatus according to Claim 1 which comprises of a Linear track assembly which may be constructed in single and multiple lengths to suit variable applications.

3) Apparatus according to Claim 1 and Claim 2 which comprises of two bogie assemblies.

4) Apparatus according to Claim 1 and Claim 2 which comprises of connecting sleeper plates and tube sleeve inserts.

5) Apparatus according to Claim 1 an Claim 2 which comprises of bridging connectors to secure individual track sections together.

6) Apparatus according to Claim 1 which comprises of detachable ramp assemblies with bridging plates fitted with dowel pins to locate on the bogie assemblies as stated in Claim 1 and Claim 3.

7) Apparatus according to Claim 1 wherein trap bars both fixed and detachable are part of the bogie assembly as stated in Claim 1 and Claim 2.

8) Apparatus according to Claim 1 and Claim 3 comprising of concave ball-raced nylon roller assemblies.

9) Apparatus according to Claim 1 and Claim 2 being fixation holes provided for within the sleeper arrangement of the track system.

10) Apparatus according to Claim 1 providing a two stage level of security for the system. Grounding of the underside of the wheel trough onto the track tube ends and in the event of excessive force applied to the system the second level of security is applied via the flanged formation of the bogie channel assemblies in conjunction with the height of the roller assemblies above the bottom edge of the channel fabrication thus rendering the rollers inoperative.

11) Apparatus according to Claim 1 providing an end stop insert when the removeable section of the system is stored away after use.

12) The ability to park the stated vehicles in an offset positio -n 90 degrees to their normal road direction to within 100mum of their overall length and wallside position.

CLAIMS continued.

13) The ability to considerably reduce physical strain and back injury sustained under normal parking circumstances.

14) The ability to comply with Insurance companies rules and regulations by parking of such vehicles on owners /policyholders land.

15) The ability to reduce damage to vehicles as mentioned by dint of the ease and precision to which this system can be operated.

16) Apparatus as described in the aforementioned claims and drawings/sketches enclosed.

17) Any combination of applications to such mentioned road trailered vehicles 18) Any other commercial applications for use in engineering handling, marine , logistical , and leisure activities.

19) Any specific combination of novel features as described within this application and accompanying drawings and sketches.