公开(公告)号：US20080176464A1

公开(公告)日：2008-07-24

申请号：US12038653

申请日：2008-02-27

Applicant: Simon James Longdill ,  Hans Weekers ,  Stephen John Briggs ,  Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

Inventor： Simon James Longdill ,  Hans Weekers ,  Stephen John Briggs ,  Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

IPC: B60F3/00

CPC classification number: B62K9/00 ,  B60F3/0069 ,  B60F2301/04 ,  B60Y2200/124 ,  B62K13/00

Abstract: A sit-astride amphibious vehicle configuration which supports a high performance envelope both on land as well as in water. The vehicle has a planing hull and four retractable wheels. Handlebars provide for directional control in both modes of operation. Each road wheel is retractable by pivoting through at least 45° so as to maximize ground clearance when in the land mode of operation and to minimize drag at substantial lean angles when in the marine mode of operation. While a jet drive may remain directly connected to the engine at all times, the driven wheels are only connected during land mode via a speed-change transmission. The entire power train is supported by a frame that is separable from the hull which in turn has a detachable top deck portion, whereby such configuration simplifies the construction, repair and servicing of the vehicle.

Abstract translation: 一种跨越式两栖车辆配置，支持陆上和水中的高性能信封。 车辆有刨床和四个伸缩轮。 手把提供了两种操作模式的方向控制。 每个车轮可以通过枢转至少45°的方式缩回，以便当在陆地操作模式下最大化离地间隙，并且当在海上操作模式下时，可以以大的倾斜角减小阻力。 喷气式驱动器始终可以直接连接到发动机，但是驱动轮仅通过变速传动装置在陆地模式下连接。 整个动力传动系由与船体分离的框架支撑，船体又具有可拆卸的顶板部分，由此这种构造简化了车辆的构造，修理和维修。

公开(公告)号：US20120108118A1

公开(公告)日：2012-05-03

申请号：US13288823

申请日：2011-11-03

Applicant: Simon James Longdill ,  Hans Weekers ,  Stephen John Briggs ,  Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

Inventor： Simon James Longdill ,  Hans Weekers ,  Stephen John Briggs ,  Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

IPC: B60F3/00

CPC classification number: B62K9/00 ,  B60F3/0069 ,  B60F2301/04 ,  B60Y2200/124 ,  B62K13/00

Abstract: A sit-astride amphibious vehicle configuration which supports a high performance envelope both on land as well as in water. The vehicle has a planing hull and four retractable wheels. Handlebars provide for directional control in both modes of operation. Each road wheel is retractable by pivoting through at least 45° so as to maximize ground clearance when in the land mode of operation and to minimize drag at substantial lean angles when in the marine mode of operation. While a jet drive may remain directly connected to the engine at all times, the driven wheels are only connected during land mode via a speed-change transmission. The entire power train is supported by a frame that is separable from the hull which in turn has a detachable top deck portion, whereby such configuration simplifies the construction, repair and servicing of the vehicle.

Abstract translation: 一种跨越式两栖车辆配置，支持陆上和水中的高性能信封。 车辆有刨床和四个伸缩轮。 手把提供了两种操作模式的方向控制。 每个车轮可以通过枢转至少45°的方式缩回，以便当在陆地操作模式下最大化离地间隙，并且当在海上操作模式下时，可以以大的倾斜角减小阻力。 喷气式驱动器始终可以直接连接到发动机，但是驱动轮仅通过变速传动装置在陆地模式下连接。 整个动力传动系由与船体分离的框架支撑，船体又具有可拆卸的顶板部分，由此这种构造简化了车辆的构造，修理和维修。

公开(公告)号：US20170282659A1

公开(公告)日：2017-10-05

申请号：US15367983

申请日：2016-12-02

Applicant: Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

Inventor： Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

IPC: B60F3/00

CPC classification number: B60F3/0007

Abstract: A power train for an amphibian includes a first prime mover, a first speed change transmission, a first land propulsion unit and a first marine propulsion unit. The first prime mover is arranged to selectively drive the first land propulsion unit and the first marine propulsion unit through the first speed change transmission. The power train further comprises a second prime mover, a second speed change transmission, a second land propulsion unit and a second marine propulsion unit. The second prime mover is arranged to selectively drive at least one of the second land propulsion unit and a second marine propulsion unit through the second speed change transmission.

公开(公告)号：US09517670B2

公开(公告)日：2016-12-13

申请号：US14126008

申请日：2012-06-13

Applicant: Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

Inventor： Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

IPC: B60F3/00

CPC classification number: B60F3/0007

Abstract: A power train for an amphibian includes a first prime mover, a first land propulsion unit, and a first marine propulsion unit. The first prime mover is arranged to selectively drive the first land propulsion unit, or the first marine propulsion unit, or both. The power train further comprises a second prime mover. The second prime mover is arranged to selectively drive the first land propulsion unit, or the first marine propulsion unit, or both, either in place of the first prime mover or in addition thereto.

Abstract translation: 用于两栖动物的动力传动系包括第一原动机，第一陆地推进装置和第一船用推进装置。 第一原动机布置成选择性地驱动第一陆地推进单元或第一船用推进单元，或两者。 动力传动系还包括第二原动机。 第二原动机布置成选择性地驱动第一陆地推进单元或第一船用推进单元或两者，代替第一原动机或除此之外。

公开(公告)号：US07758392B2

公开(公告)日：2010-07-20

申请号：US11959183

申请日：2007-12-18

Applicant: Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

Inventor： Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

IPC: B60F3/00

CPC classification number: B62K9/00 ,  B60F3/0069 ,  B60F2301/04 ,  B60Y2200/124 ,  B62K13/00

Abstract: A planing amphibious vehicle with retractable wheels and a sit-astride seat having dimensions that impart enhanced capability in both land as well as water modes of operation. The beam, track, dead rise angle and the location of the handlebars cooperate to enhance freeboard and ground clearance without sacrificing manoeuvrability. The length is at least 1800 mm; the beam is at least 800 mm; the deadrise angle at least 3°; and the center of rotation of steering control is located near the halfway distance from transom to bow.

Abstract translation: 一种具有伸缩轮和一个坐式座椅的刨床水陆两用车辆，其尺寸赋予了陆地以及水的操作模式增强的能力。 梁，轨道，死角和车把的位置配合，以增强干舷和离地间隙，而不会牺牲机动性。 长度至少为1800毫米; 梁至少为800毫米; 死角高至少3°; 转向控制中心的旋转中心位于从横梁到弓的中途距离。

公开(公告)号：US07207851B1

公开(公告)日：2007-04-24

申请号：US11256206

申请日：2005-10-21

Applicant: Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

Inventor： Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

IPC: B60F3/00

CPC classification number: B60F3/0007 ,  B60F3/0069 ,  B60F2301/04

Abstract: Amphibious vehicle needs less power on land than on water. A control system is provided to limit power and/or speed on land, using: restriction of flow of fuel, air, or exhaust gases; heated intake air; exhaust gas recirculation; declutching of a supercharger; bypassing of a turbocharger; a variable throttle stop, dual throttles, or a switchable throttle damper; cylinder or intake valve deactivation; a dual length intake manifold; dual mode ignition or engine mapping; dual fuel—gasoline on water, compressed natural gas on road; variable compression ratios or valve timing; a clutch designed to slip; automatic brake application; or aerodynamic brakes. The suspension may tilt the vehicle to increase aerodynamic resistance. The road transmission may be geared to limit maximum speed. High rolling resistance tires or twin engines may be used. A sensor on retractable suspension may indicate whether the vehicle is on land or on water.

Abstract translation: 水陆两用车需要较少的水力供应。 提供一种控制系统来限制陆地上的功率和/或速度，使用：限制燃料，空气或废气的流动; 加热进气 排气再循环; 提升增压器; 绕过涡轮增压器; 可变节流阀，双节流阀或可切换的节流阻尼器; 气缸或进气阀停用; 双重长度进气歧管; 双模点火或发动机测绘; 水上双燃料汽油，道路上压缩天然气; 可变压缩比或气门正时; 一个设计成滑动的离合器; 自动制动应用; 或气动制动器。 悬架可以使车辆倾斜以增加空气阻力。 道路变速箱可以限制最大速度。 可以使用高滚动阻力轮胎或双引擎。 可伸缩悬架上的传感器可能指示车辆是在陆上还是水上。

公开(公告)号：US07311567B2

公开(公告)日：2007-12-25

申请号：US11255582

申请日：2005-10-21

Applicant: Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

Inventor： Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

IPC: B60F3/00

CPC classification number: B62K9/00 ,  B60F3/0069 ,  B60F2301/04 ,  B60Y2200/124 ,  B62K13/00

Abstract: A planing amphibious vehicle with retractable wheels and a sit-astride seat having dimensions that impart enhanced capability in both land as well as water modes of operation. The beam, track, dead rise angle and the location of the handlebars cooperate to enhance freeboard and ground clearance without sacrificing manoeuvrability. The length is at least 2400 mm; the beam is at least 1250 mm; the deadrise angle at least 10°; and the handlebars are located only slightly forward of the halfway distance from transom to bow.

Abstract translation: 一种具有伸缩轮和一个坐式座椅的刨床水陆两用车辆，其尺寸赋予了陆地以及水的操作模式增强的能力。 梁，轨道，死角和车把的位置配合，以增强干舷和离地间隙，而不会牺牲机动性。 长度至少为2400毫米; 梁至少为1250 mm; 起落角至少10°; 并且把手位于从艉板到弓的中途距离的稍微前方。

公开(公告)号：US09555680B2

公开(公告)日：2017-01-31

申请号：US13518718

申请日：2010-12-22

Applicant: Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Simon James Longdill

Inventor： Alan Timothy Gibbs ,  Simon James Longdill

IPC: B60F3/00

CPC classification number: B60F3/0084 ,  B60F2301/00 ,  B60F2301/02

Abstract: An amphibious motorcycle with a hull that provides desirable buoyancy for the vehicle to float while in the water and yet allows the vehicle to lean/turn during use on land is provided. The amphibious motorcycle has a front wheel with a front suspension system and a rear wheel with a rear suspension system. Also included can be at least one wheel retraction system that is operable to move the front wheel and/or the rear wheel between a deployed position for use of the amphibious motorcycle on land and a retracted position for use of the amphibious motorcycle on or in the water. The amphibious motorcycle also has a hull that can have a center portion with a center bow and two oppositely disposed and spaced apart side portions each with a side bow.

Abstract translation: 提供具有船体的水陆两用摩托车，其在水中为车辆浮动提供理想的浮力，并且允许车辆在陆地使用期间倾斜/转动。 两栖摩托车具有前轮，前悬挂系统和后悬挂系统。 还包括至少一个轮回缩系统，其可操作以使前轮和/或后轮在用于陆上两栖摩托车的展开位置和用于在陆上的两栖摩托车的缩回位置之间移动 水。 水陆两用摩托车还具有可以具有中心部分的中心部分和两个相对设置并且间隔开的侧部分别具有侧弓的船体。

公开(公告)号：US07438611B2

公开(公告)日：2008-10-21

申请号：US10557295

申请日：2004-05-19

Applicant: Alan Timothy Gibbs

Inventor： Alan Timothy Gibbs

IPC: B60F3/00 ,  B63H19/08 ,  B63H9/08

CPC classification number: B60L11/14 ,  B60F3/0007 ,  B60L11/1881 ,  Y02T10/70 ,  Y02T10/7077 ,  Y02T90/34

Abstract: Amphibious vehicle (10), with reference to FIG. 1, which may plane on water, has a propulsion system comprising prime mover (20), power transmission means (30), marine propulsion means (40), and land propulsion means (50). Vehicle (10) is operable in marine mode or land mode. Common controls are used on land and water, the steering control travel may be the same in each mode. Power is transmitted to the marine propulsion means in marine mode; and to both marine and land propulsion means in land mode. The power transmission ratio between land and marine propulsion means may be variable in land mode. The propulsion control means (60) may comprise electronic processing means and/or electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or electromechanical actuation devices, or any combination thereof. Prime mover (20) may comprise an internal combustion engine; an electric motor, a fuel cell; a hybrid engine; or any combination thereof. The transmission means may be mechanical, electric, or hydraulic.

Abstract translation: 水陆两用车辆（10），参照图1。 1，其可以在水面上平面，具有包括原动机（20），动力传递装置（30），船用推进装置（40）和陆地推进装置（50）的推进系统。 车辆（10）可在海洋模式或陆地模式下操作。 在陆地和水上使用通用控制装置，每种模式下的转向控制行程可能相同。 电力以海洋方式传输到船舶推进装置; 以及在陆地模式下的海洋和陆地推进手段。 土地和海洋推进装置之间的动力传动比在陆地方式上可能是变化的。 推进控制装置（60）可包括电子处理装置和/或电气，机械，液压或机电致动装置，或其任何组合。 原动机（20）可以包括内燃机; 电动马达，燃料电池; 混合动力发动机; 或其任何组合。 传动装置可以是机械的，电动的或液压的。

公开(公告)号：US06821166B2

公开(公告)日：2004-11-23

申请号：US10343371

申请日：2003-04-15

Applicant: Terence James Roycroft ,  Alan Timothy Gibbs

Inventor： Terence James Roycroft ,  Alan Timothy Gibbs

IPC: B60F300

CPC classification number: B60F3/0007 ,  B60K17/28

Abstract: Power train for amphibious vehicle comprises engine aligned with longitudinal vehicle axis, transmission, and power take off mounted between engine and transmission. At least one marine propulsion unit mounted at the rear of the vehicle, is driven by shaft which runs alongside the transmission. Either transmission is offset to axis, and marine propulsion unit is on axis; or transmission is on axis, and the marine propulsion units are offset to axis. The driven road wheels may be the front wheels, the rear wheels, or all four. The engine may be at the front of the vehicle and the transmission at the back. Alternatively, the transmission may drive forward to a differential mounted adjacent to the engine sump, with wheel drive shaft passing through said pump.

Abstract translation: 用于水陆两用车辆的动力传动系包括发动机和变速器之间的发动机与纵向车辆轴线，变速器和动力输出相配合的发动机。 安装在车辆后部的至少一个船用推进单元由沿传动装置运行的轴驱动。 任一变速器偏移到轴，船用推进单元在轴上; 或变速器在轴上，并且船舶推进单元偏移到轴线。 驱动的车轮可以是前轮，后轮或四个。 发动机可能在车辆的前方，后方的变速箱。 或者，变速器可以向前驱动到邻近发动机油槽安装的差速器，轮驱动轴穿过所述泵。