WO2019016419A1 - Kayak à système de pédales assistées par moteur électrique - Google Patents

Kayak à système de pédales assistées par moteur électrique Download PDF

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WO2019016419A1
WO2019016419A1 PCT/ES2018/000062 ES2018000062W WO2019016419A1 WO 2019016419 A1 WO2019016419 A1 WO 2019016419A1 ES 2018000062 W ES2018000062 W ES 2018000062W WO 2019016419 A1 WO2019016419 A1 WO 2019016419A1
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kayak
electric motor
pedals
pedal system
propeller
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José Alfaro Formosa
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Alfaro Formosa Jose
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63B—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; EQUIPMENT FOR SHIPPING 
    • B63B34/00—Vessels specially adapted for water sports or leisure; Body-supporting devices specially adapted for water sports or leisure
    • B63B34/20—Canoes, kayaks or the like
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63H—MARINE PROPULSION OR STEERING
    • B63H16/00—Marine propulsion by muscle power
    • B63H16/08—Other apparatus for converting muscle power into propulsive effort
    • B63H16/18—Other apparatus for converting muscle power into propulsive effort using sliding or pivoting handle or pedal, i.e. the motive force being transmitted to a propelling means by means of a lever operated by the hand or foot of the occupant
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63H—MARINE PROPULSION OR STEERING
    • B63H16/00—Marine propulsion by muscle power
    • B63H16/08—Other apparatus for converting muscle power into propulsive effort
    • B63H16/20—Other apparatus for converting muscle power into propulsive effort using rotary cranking arm
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63H—MARINE PROPULSION OR STEERING
    • B63H20/00—Outboard propulsion units, e.g. outboard motors or Z-drives; Arrangements thereof on vessels
    • B63H20/007—Trolling propulsion units
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63H—MARINE PROPULSION OR STEERING
    • B63H21/00—Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels
    • B63H21/12—Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven
    • B63H21/17—Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63H—MARINE PROPULSION OR STEERING
    • B63H16/00—Marine propulsion by muscle power
    • B63H16/08—Other apparatus for converting muscle power into propulsive effort
    • B63H16/20—Other apparatus for converting muscle power into propulsive effort using rotary cranking arm
    • B63H2016/202—Other apparatus for converting muscle power into propulsive effort using rotary cranking arm specially adapted or arranged for being actuated by the feet of the user, e.g. using bicycle-like pedals

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  • the object of the invention reveals a kayak with propulsion pedals and assisted by an electric motor that works only when pedaled, said assistance allows when it is necessary to make the pedaling of the crewman easier and lessen the work done by this when it comes to long crossings.
  • pedal boats that are simply built by two-seater vessels with chassis supported on a set of floats, on which the seats are arranged as well as the driving bodies that move a propeller as a traction and the corresponding rudder blade, which is usually driven by a steering wheel
  • said pedal boats can combine pedal drive through the intervention of two people and is designed not only to receive or transport people, but also contain a space for the perfect comfort of the people who can travel on the boat and a development or length of the boat that ensures stability and a calm navigation with minimal effort in the means of driving that, as we have said, is done by pedals.
  • the present invention reveals a pedal kayak that is assisted by an electric motor connected to the axis of the pedals, in such a way that the crew member has the advantage that for long journeys or extensive fishing trips there is a help that allows a more pedaling simple avoiding extreme fatigue, the kayak requires pedaling for its correct operation, another of the advantages offered is that the crew can select the level of assistance needed and thus perform the sport to the desired limit. DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
  • Figure 1 shows a side view of the kayak of the present invention.
  • Figure 2 shows an exploded view of the assistance engine.
  • Figure 3 shows a view of the propeller used.
  • Figure 4 shows an enlarged view of the motor with its gear.
  • the kayak of the present invention is a boat for one or more users consisting essentially of a helmet (1), which is propelled by a propeller (2) driven by pedals (3) which in turn are attached to a gear (6) driven by an electric motor (4) placed on the axis of the pedals (3), where said motor (4) is charged by a battery preferably of Lithium technology, the boat can be operated only with pedaling or with assistance of the electric motor (4).
  • the motor (4) is installed on the pedal shaft (3) by means of a gear (6) and allows the kayak (1) to be driven when assistance is required. It is a very simple engine (4) whose power ranges between 250 and 750 watts. The function of the engine (4) is to make the pedaling of the crewman easier and easier. To charge the batteries, just remove these and connect them to a conventional socket, as if we were charging a mobile phone.
  • the kayak of the invention comprises a light and stylized helmet (1), also very stable and with propulsion forward and backward with its pedal system (3), the rudder (7) is governed by hand by means of a lever for greater comfort.
  • the hull of the kayak has an internally mounted propeller (2) operable from pedals (3) mounted in front and above the seat (5), where the pedals (3) and propeller (2) go related through a transmission.
  • the kayak works in such a way that the pedaling can be assisted by an electric motor (4) but it is always necessary the physical pedaling by the user for its correct operation, this allows the user to have a help when it comes to long crossings, the central motor is installed on the pedal shaft offering the highest performance and efficiency with total versatility, since it uses its maximum power in each of the gears of its development, reducing energy consumption and increasing battery life,
  • the system has a control unit that allows you to program attendance levels.
  • the engine has ⁇ levels of assistance, which allows us to select the level of assistance with maximum precision for each situation.
  • the motor (4) has a power controller or display (8) that allows to activate or deactivate the motor or to vary the power; a manual accelerator (9); a control unit (10) with its respective clamping coupling that allows the assistance levels to be programmed and where both the motor (4) and the power control (8) are connected; a speed sensor and magnet (11) that detects the pedaling which once it stops pedaling sends a signal to the motor (4);
  • the system has cables for the sensor (11) and the accelerator (9) connected in the same device to the battery.
  • the gear (6) of the motor has a toothed plate (13) and chain, connecting rods (14), fixing plate with support (15) coupled through bolts and nuts, in addition it has a hermetic protective box (14) with fixing by watertight screws where the motor (4) and the toothed plate (13) are housed.
  • the battery is one of the fundamental components, because it supplies the necessary energy so that the motor develops all its power. There are a variety of models. Just place the battery that best suits the needs in relation to the desired power.
  • Li-on batteries for powers of 250W, 350W, 500W and 750W. Being mainly driven by human effort by pedaling to be able to function.
  • the propeller (2) is made of a material such as polyurethane or hard plastic PC with three blades (12). For each power an established angle is maintained in the blades (12) to gain displacement and speed.
  • the calculation of the pitch of the propeller (2) is determined by the equation Perimeter x Progress / Projection, where the projection is the width of the blade 812) and the advance is the angle of inclination of the blade (12).
  • the perimeter will be the length of the circumference that the propeller (2) traces when turning a complete revolution. For this reason, the propeller (2) has blades (12) wider than normal which allows it to be driven by motors between 250 and 750 watts
  • the pedal system (3) is easily foldable on the deck when the waters are shallow or we want to use the oar.
  • the propeller (2) in case of damage is easily replaceable.
  • the boat is sealed to protect the system from water and sand and is manufactured with aluminum and stainless steel for durability.
  • the pedaling-helix ratio is approximately that for each pedal spin you get 10 turns of the propeller.
  • the seat (5) of the Kayak is comfortable enough to be used in long days of navigation.
  • the backrest is high so that its inclination can be regulated, as well as being removable and movable on rails to adapt the size of the legs of the crew member to the pedals (3).
  • the kayak has drains wide enough to evacuate the water efficiently.
  • the Kayak has a lever on the side of the seat that moves from top to bottom to maneuver to starboard or port the rudder (7) that is placed in the rear part of the boat.
  • the Kayak is likely to have a flat console with interior access to install electronic devices such as a probe or GPS in front of the pedals (3) and keep the battery safe from water. It includes a small transverse rail on which to install, electronic devices.
  • the rudder (7) is easily removable from the top of the kayak. It also has bow and stern handles, and other starboard and port side that allow the boat to maneuver out of the water, the latter can be arranged on the outside of the boat or on the inside.
  • the kayak of the present invention resembles a traditional kayak in terms of its general configuration, based on an elongated hull (1) of stylized configuration, which can be handled, also as in a traditional kayak, by means of a double rowing, but that has propulsion means such as pedals (3), gear (6), propeller (2), operable by the crew member in addition to being assisted by an adjustable motor (4) and that allow to carry out large movements with a Least effort.
  • propulsion means such as pedals (3), gear (6), propeller (2), operable by the crew member in addition to being assisted by an adjustable motor (4) and that allow to carry out large movements with a Least effort.
  • the seat (5) of the kayak is of adjustable position, for which it is arranged on longitudinal guides integral to the hull.
  • the pedals (3) are mounted in front and above the surface of the seat (5), so that the actuation thereof can be carried out in a comfortable position of the occupant of the boat.
  • the kayak of the present invention operates in such a way that the pedaling can be assisted by an electric motor (4) but always requires physical pedaling by the user for proper operation.
  • the kayak of the present invention allows combining the traditional kayak with pedals in a stable boat that relieved the work done in long days of navigation or fishing and also allows selecting the level of assistance of the engine contributing in sports practice gradually for beginners or children.

Abstract

La présente invention concerne un kayak à système de pédales assistées par moteur électrique, constitué d'une coque, d'une hélice, d'un système de pédales et d'un gouvernail, caractérisé en ce que l'hélice est actionnée au moyen de pédales reliées à un engrenage lui-même actionné par un moteur électrique situé sur l'axe des pédales. Le moteur est associé à un capteur de vitesse et aimant situé entre les pédales et l'axe des pédales, un contrôleur de puissance ; un accélérateur manuel ; une unité de commande avec son raccord de fixation respectif, où sont connectés à la fois le moteur et la commande de puissance ; et des câbles pour le capteur et l'accélérateur qui sont connectés à une batterie.
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