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：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：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：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：US09102389B2

公开(公告)日：2015-08-11

申请号：US12522417

申请日：2008-01-15

Applicant: Jonathan Austin King ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

Inventor： Jonathan Austin King ,  Neil Graham Jenkins

IPC: B60F3/00 ,  B63C13/00

CPC classification number: B63C13/00 ,  B60F3/003 ,  B60F2301/04 ,  B60G3/20 ,  B60G2200/144 ,  B60G2300/28

Abstract: A wheel suspension and retraction apparatus (2) for an amphibious vehicle comprises a suspension unit having transverse upper and lower suspension links (4, 8); spring and damper unit (12), and suspension upright (6) supporting wheel (10), and pivotally connected to outboard ends of links (4 and 8). The wheel retraction mechanism has a retraction linkage (14, 16, 18), pivotably connectable to the vehicle, and an actuator (38) for moving the wheel suspension between a protracted position for land use and a retracted position for use on water. The retraction mechanism supports the suspension unit spaced apart transversely from the vehicle. Tie bar (16) is connected to upper retraction arm (14) at an intermediate location (30) to ensure a large angle of tilt on retraction, to ensure that the wheel is retracted above hull line (156). The wheel suspension does not have to be compressed on retraction.

Abstract translation: 一种用于水陆两用车辆的车轮悬挂和收回装置（2）包括具有横向上部和下部悬挂连杆（4,8）的悬挂单元; 弹簧和阻尼器单元（12）和悬挂立式（6）支撑轮（10），并且枢转地连接到连杆（4和8）的外侧。 车轮回退机构具有可枢转地连接到车辆的回缩联动装置（14,16,18）和用于在用于陆地使用的延长位置和用于水的缩回位置之间移动车轮悬架的致动器（38）。 回缩机构支撑悬挂单元与车辆横向间隔开。 连杆（16）在中间位置（30）处连接到上退缩臂（14），以确保在缩回时大的倾斜角度，以确保车轮在船体线（156）上方缩回。 车轮悬架不需要在收缩时压缩。

公开(公告)号：US20130203304A1

公开(公告)日：2013-08-08

申请号：US13367948

申请日：2012-02-07

Applicant: Neil Graham Jenkins

Inventor： Neil Graham Jenkins

IPC: B63H19/08

CPC classification number: F16D3/223 ,  B60F3/0007 ,  B60F2301/04 ,  B60G3/20 ,  B60G2204/1242 ,  B60G2204/128 ,  B60G2204/129 ,  B60G2204/421 ,  B60G2204/47 ,  B60G2300/28 ,  B60K17/22 ,  B60K17/30 ,  F16D2003/22326

Abstract: An articulated shaft for an amphibian drive line that includes at least three shaft portions, and at least three points of articulation, wherein the articulated shaft is movable between a protracted position for use of the amphibian on land and a retracted position for use of the amphibian on water.

Abstract translation: 一种用于水陆两用驱动线的铰接轴，其包括至少三个轴部分和至少三个铰接点，其中所述铰接轴可在用于陆地两栖动物的延伸位置和用于两栖动物的缩回位置之间移动 在水上