摘要:
A device for insertion in watercraft including propulsion means comprising a pair of flappers which oscillate through an arcuate path in a transverse direction with respect to the central longitudinal dimension of the watercraft. As input force is applied, the flappers twist to form an angle of attack for providing forward thrust. The means for applying propulsive force includes a pair of pedals, and further includes pedal cranks operatively associated with the propulsion means, the fore ends of the pedals being pivotally attached to a fixed point.
摘要:
Structure destinée à réaliser des exercices physiques dans un milieu liquide (piscine, rivières, océans), du type comportant : - au moins un élément apte à assurer la flottaison au moins partielle de l'utilisateur/utilisatrice ; - des moyens de propulsion hydraulique, tel qu'une hélice ou roue à aube, reliés à des moyens d'entraînement mécanique susceptibles d'être actionnés par les jambes de l'utilisateur/utilisatrice ; - des moyens de support ou d'appui d'au moins une partie du corps de l'utilisateur/utilisatrice ; caractérisée en ce que ledit élément flottant sert de support ou d'appui à au moins une partie du dos de l'utilisateur/utilisatrice, et en ce que les des moyens de propulsion hydraulique et les moyens d'entraînement mécanique d'une part sont liés de manière amovible à l'élément de flottaison.
摘要:
A device including propulsion means extending below the water line comprising a pair of flexible fins each adapted to oscillate through an arcuate path in a generally transverse direction with respect to the central longitudinal dimension of said watercraft, and means operatively associated with said propulsion means for applying input force to said propulsion means whereby as input force is applied said flexible fins can twist to form an angle of attack for providing forward thrust with respect to the longitudinal dimension of the watercraft while moving in both directions along said arcuate path, each said fin being carried at its upper trailing edge by a fixed pivot and at its upper leading edge by a retainer which is normally engaged while being disengageable when said leading edge strikes a resistance element allowing said fin to pivot aft to clear the resistance element and re-engageable as the fin rotates forward and resumes producing thrust.
摘要:
The invention relates to a device that converts the rotation of a shaft (1) into a reciprocating movement comprising two translation and rotation components, said components being synchronised with a phi phase difference which drives a propelling element such as an aileron, a skate or a wheel. The aforementioned conversion is performed by at least two cranks (2, 3) of the shaft (1) which are connected by rods (9, 10) to the levers (6, 7) using a specific kinematics. The lever (6), which is rotation connected to the arm (4), communicates the translational component to the support of the propelling element (5). Moreover, said lever (7) is joined to a part (8), having the same axis of rotation as the arm (4), which communicates the orientation component to the support of the propelling element (5) via, for example, an expanding parallelogram. If the rotation of the shaft (1) is reversed, the direction of movement is also reversed. According to the invention, if the value of phi is suitable, the device operates as a generator. The inventive device is particularly suitable for use in propelling vehicles and recovering kinetic energy.
摘要:
A novel watercraft, which may include a hull with a keel, having a propulsion device extending below the water line comprising a pair of flappers (46, 48) each adapted to oscillate through an arcuate path in a generally transverse direction with respect to the central longitudinal dimension of the watercraft, and a device (18, 20) operatively associated with the propulsion device for applying input force to the propulsion device.
摘要:
A human propelled watercraft having a pair of flexible fins supported by a mast extending into the water each adapted to oscillate through an arcuate path in a generally transverse direction with respect to the central longitudinal dimension of said watercraft. Pedals are provided for applying input force whereby as input force is applied, the flexible fins can twist to form an angle of attack for providing forward thrust with respect to the longitudinal dimension of the watercraft while moving in both directions along the arcuate path. Each of the fins preferably is composed of a layer of stiff and durable material that is wrapped around the mast. The two layers of material touch at the trailing edge and they are free to slide relative to each other. Preferably, each of the fins is provided with adjustable tensioning at the tip of the mast.
摘要:
Ein Wassersportgerät, das es einer Person ermöglicht, aufrecht über das Wasser zu gehen, besteht aus einem bootsförmigen Unterteil (1) und einem Oberteil (2), zwischen denen eine Kammer gebildet ist, wobei die Kammer einen Einlauf aufweist und in einen Auslauf mündet. Ein mit den Füssen betätigbarer Antriebsmechanismus umfasst zwei auf und ab bewegbare Tretflächen (4), einen in der Kammer um eine vertikale Achse drehbaren Propeller und Mittel für die Umsetzung der Auf und Ab Bewegung der Tretflächen in eine Drehbewegung des Propellers. Die genannten Mittel umfassen vorzugsweise ein Kegelradgetriebe und zwei Freilauflager.
摘要:
Nautical vehicle consisting of a central, tubular body (1) of fibre glass, hermetically sealed with a streamlined bow (2) in front and a bevelled zone at the back in the lower half which gives way to a keel. The upper plane of the vehicle has a longitudinal slot containing a seat (22). There are provided extending dismountable arms (23) at each side at the end of which are floats (24). In front of the seat (22) are provided a couple of pedals (9) connected via a cardan transmission and a reversing mechanism to a propeller.