JP2001030914A - Vehicle - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide stable emotion for an autistic patient through an experience of riding on a simulated horse, by liftably fitting a riding part having a model animal onto a platform part moved with wheels, and vertically moving the riding part, interlocking with the wheels of the platform part. SOLUTION: This vehicle 1 is provided with a riding part 3 liftably fitted onto a platform part 2, wherein the riding part 3 is moved vertically by lifting mechanism 5, interlocking with the wheels 4A, 4B of the platform part 2. The riding part 3 has a model horse elaborately formed out of light-weight raw material such as FRP or glass fiber so as to enjoy a feeling of riding on a real horse, and the mouse of the horse is fitted with a bridle 28. A mounting stay 30 is embedded in its abdomen and jointed to a jointing stay 31 fitted on the lifting mechanism 5 through bolts. The lifting mechanism 5 moves the riding part 3 repeatedly according to the traveling speed of the wheel 4A, therefore simulative riding on the riding vehicle is experienced. The strength of the vertical movement of the riding part 3 can be selected by adjusting its speed, thus it is possible to experience horse riding in a relaxed atmosphere suited to the riding vehicle.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a vehicle, and more particularly, to a vehicle suitable for stabilizing the emotions of an autistic patient.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art In the treatment of autistic patients, animal-assisted therapy (AAT) for stabilizing emotions by contacting animals has been known. It is said that horse riding is useful for stabilizing emotions as one of this kind of animal-assisted therapy.

[0003]

However, for those who have never experienced horse riding, there is fear of actually riding a live horse, and it is easy to carry out easily, especially for autistic patients with poor autonomy. And there are few facilities where you can experience horseback riding.
In view of such circumstances, the present invention can promote the stability of an autistic patient's emotion through a simulated riding experience, and can eliminate the fear of actual riding by experiencing a simulated riding experience. It is intended to provide vehicles.

[0004]

That is, the present invention provides a trolley that moves with wheels, a trolley that moves with wheels, and an animal that is provided on the trolley so as to be able to move up and down. And a lifting mechanism for vertically moving the riding section in conjunction with the wheels of the bogie section. The riding section is in the form of a horse.

[0005]

According to the vehicle having the above-described structure, it is possible to promote the stability of the emotion of the autistic patient by simulating the riding experience, and to realize the genuine riding experience by easily performing the simulated riding experience. The fear of riding can be dispelled.

[0006]

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS The present invention will be described below with reference to the illustrated embodiment. FIG. The vehicle 1 includes a bogie unit 2, a riding unit 3 provided to be able to move up and down the bogie unit 2, and wheels 4 of the bogie unit 2
And a lifting mechanism 5 for moving the riding section 3 up and down in conjunction with A and 4B. The bogie unit 2 includes a pair of axles 7 rotatably supported at right angles to the traveling direction on a wide portion of the pentagonal main frame 6. The front wheel 4A having the same direction is attached integrally. The axle 7 is mounted on the lower surface of the main frame 6 via a bearing 8 as shown in FIG. The bogie unit 2 has a handle 11 as a steering means which is swingably supported by a support frame 10 provided in a tapered portion of the main frame 6, and a forked leg 12 connected to the handle 11. A rear wheel 4B which is pivotally supported and can switch its direction in conjunction with the handle 11 is provided. The handle 11 can be operated by a driver to change the traveling direction of the bogie unit 2. ing. At the end of the handle 11, a pair of brake levers 13 for separately applying braking to the front wheel 4A and the rear wheel 4B are provided. Although not shown, as a braking means, a rim of a wheel is sandwiched between brake pads as used in a conventional bicycle, or a brake pad is pressed against a drum interlocked with a wheel, or interlocked with a wheel. It is possible to select a means for sandwiching the rotated rotor between the brake pads. The support frame 10 supporting the handle 11 is provided with a rod-shaped grip bar 14 protruding from the tapered portion of the main frame 6 at a position forward of the handle 11 in the traveling direction. And the other end can be held by separate power persons and push the carriage unit 2. At this time, since the power frame does not protrude at least from the bogie section 2 at least because the main frame 6 has a tapered shape, the driving vehicle does not endanger the driving vehicle, and the maneuverability can be improved.

Next, the lifting mechanism 5 will be described with reference to FIG. The elevating mechanism 5 includes four vertical frames 16 erected in a wide portion of the main frame 6 in the vertical direction, and each having an opening having an L-shaped cross section facing inward.
And a cross section L connecting the upper end of the vertical frame 16
A horizontal slide frame 18 is provided, and a rectangular slide member 18 is slidably fitted into the vertical frame 17 from below. The lower end of the slide member 18 is pivotally connected to the tip of a connecting rod 21 via a pin 20, and the other end of the connecting rod 21 is integrally connected to the inner end of the axle 7. 22
And are rotatably connected to As a result, when the bogie unit 2 is moved to rotate the front wheel 4A, the axle 7 is rotated in conjunction with the rotation of the front wheel 4A, and the crank 22
Rotates in a large locus, whereby the connecting rod 21 connected to the crank 22 moves the slide member 18 up and down. In particular,
The speed at which the boarding unit 3 moves up and down changes in accordance with the moving speed of the bogie unit 2. In this embodiment, an auxiliary means 24 is provided for moving the slide member 18 up and down smoothly. The auxiliary means 24 includes a stay 25 connected to the slide member 18 and extending forward and backward from the slide member 18. One spring 2 is provided between the stay 25 protruding forward and the main frame 6.
6, and two springs 27A and 27B are mounted with a space between the stay 25 projecting rearward and the main frame 66. The upper end of each of the springs 26, 27A, 27B
5 is provided, and a lower end portion of which is slidably penetrated through the main frame 6 at the lower end thereof.
A and 27B are protected, and the stability of the slide member 18 when ascending and descending is improved. As a result, the slide member 18 is constantly urged upward through the stay 25 by the three springs 26.27A and 27B. Accordingly, when the slide member 18 starts to move upward, it is urged. Therefore, while the load on the elevating mechanism 5 can be reduced, when the slide member 18 descends, it becomes a resistance and weakens momentum, so that the speed of the vehicle 1 slightly decreases when the slide member 18 rises, It is possible to prevent the speed of the vehicle 1 from increasing, so that the vehicle 1 can run smoothly and to provide a rider with good riding comfort.

Next, the riding section 3 will be described. The riding section 3 is made by copying the horse elaborately from a lightweight material such as FRP or fiberglass so that a realistic feeling as if riding a horse is obtained, and a bridle 28 is provided at the mouth of the horse. . A mounting stay 30 is buried in the abdomen of the riding section 3, and the connecting stay 30 is connected to the connecting stay 30 extending above the slide member 18 via a bolt (not shown).

A method of using the vehicle 1 will now be described. First, a simple assisting step is used to make it easier for a rider who gets on the vehicle 1 to get on the vehicle, or the rider 3 places the vehicle 1 on a boarding board of an appropriate height to place the rider on the riding section 3.
And then hold the reins. If the vehicle 1 moves during this ride, the rider is dangerous and fearful, so the brake lever 13 is operated to apply the brake, and the wheel is bitten by a stopper to keep the vehicle 1 immovable. There is a need. When the ride is completed successfully,
One operator operating the handle 11 and two power operators pushing the vehicle 1 while holding the grip bar 14 stand by at predetermined positions. When this state is completed, the two power operators cooperate to push the vehicle 1 in the direction shown by the arrow and start moving, and while the middle driver is traveling, the steering wheel 11 and the brake lever 12 are appropriately operated to operate the vehicle 1. Steering and braking are performed. At this time,
As the front wheel 4A of the vehicle 1 rotates, the elevating mechanism 5 interlocked with the rotation of the front wheel 4A repeatedly moves the riding section 3 and the rider up and down according to the traveling speed, so that the rider can simulate riding. You can experience it and ride 1
By adjusting the speed of the rider, the strength of the vertical movement of the riding section 3 can be selected, so that the user can experience horse riding in a relaxed atmosphere according to the rider.

In this embodiment, the crank 22 and the connecting rod 21 are used as the elevating mechanism 5, but the invention is not limited to this, and a cam or the like may be used. Further, in the present embodiment, the vehicle 1 is caused to travel by human power. However, the invention is not limited to this, and a driving means such as a motor may be used. , Brakes and steering may be controlled. Further, in the present embodiment, the riding section 3 is only moved up and down, but the present invention is not limited to this, and forward and backward movements and left and right movements may be added. Further, in the present embodiment, the description is focused on a patient with autism, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the present invention can also be used for horse riding introduction.

[0011]

As described above, according to the present invention, it is possible to promote the stability of the emotions of a patient with autism by experiencing a simulated riding, and to reduce the fear of genuine riding through a simple simulated experience. The effect of being able to wipe off is obtained.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a right side view showing the elevating mechanism 5.

FIG. 3 is an enlarged front view showing a connecting rod 21 of the elevating mechanism 5.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Vehicle 2 ... Bogie part 3 ... Riding part 4A ... Front wheel (wheel) 5 ... Elevating mechanism 24 ... Auxiliary means

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[Procedure amendment]

[Submission date] July 27, 1999 (July 7, 1999
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[Procedure amendment 1]

[Document name to be amended] Drawing

[Correction target item name] All figures

[Correction method] Change

[Correction contents]

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Claims (5)

[Claims] 1. A carriage section having wheels and moving, a ride section provided to be movable up and down on the carriage section and imitating an animal, and the ride section moving up and down in conjunction with wheels of the carriage section. A vehicle comprising a lifting mechanism for causing the vehicle to move. 2. The lift mechanism includes an axle connected to wheels, a crank connected to the axle, and a connecting rod connecting the crank and a slide member to which the riding section is attached. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the vehicle is a vehicle. 3. An auxiliary means for urging the slide member of the elevating mechanism upward, and the auxiliary means urges the slide member when the elevating member rises to reduce the load on the elevating mechanism. 2. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein when the vehicle descends, the vehicle acts as a resistance to reduce the momentum. 4. The bogie section has steering means,
The traveling direction can be changed by the steering means.
The vehicle described in any of the above. 5. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the riding section has a shape of a horse.