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WO2012051686A1 - Agencement introduit dans un dispositif flottant sphérique pour marcher sur l'eau - Google Patents

Agencement introduit dans un dispositif flottant sphérique pour marcher sur l'eau Download PDF

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WO2012051686A1
WO2012051686A1 PCT/BR2011/000383 BR2011000383W WO2012051686A1 WO 2012051686 A1 WO2012051686 A1 WO 2012051686A1 BR 2011000383 W BR2011000383 W BR 2011000383W WO 2012051686 A1 WO2012051686 A1 WO 2012051686A1
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Paulo André DE MIRANDA MAC DOWELL
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63G—MERRY-GO-ROUNDS; SWINGS; ROCKING-HORSES; CHUTES; SWITCHBACKS; SIMILAR DEVICES FOR PUBLIC AMUSEMENT
    • A63G29/00—Rolling drums turning somersaults with or without rolling seats
    • 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
    • B63B34/50—Body-supporting buoyant devices, e.g. bathing boats or water cycles
    • B63B34/56—Body-supporting buoyant devices, e.g. bathing boats or water cycles for use in a standing position, e.g. water shoes, water walking devices or buoyant skis
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63H—TOYS, e.g. TOPS, DOLLS, HOOPS OR BUILDING BLOCKS
    • A63H23/00—Toy boats; Floating toys; Other aquatic toy devices
    • A63H23/10—Other water toys, floating toys, or like buoyant toys
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63B—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; EQUIPMENT FOR SHIPPING 
    • B63B1/00—Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils
    • B63B1/02—Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement
    • B63B1/04—Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with single hull
    • B63B1/047—Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with single hull with spherical hull or hull in the shape of a vertical ring
    • 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

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  • the present model reveals an arrangement introduced in a spherical floating artifact, composed of a set of independent air chambers, subdivided into southern buds and two polar rings forming access windows, which allow access to the interior of the artifact.
  • Inflatable allows the user to travel on the surface of the water, for example over rivers, lakes, seas, among other applications, by its own driving force, or pulled by some external means.
  • the present model further discloses alternative construction arrangements, and with inflatable tubular elements.
  • floating elements are known such as that disclosed in patent CN201258084, which has a rigid structure formed by a cage with radial and meridional metal rings and undefined spherical surface as it cannot open the zipper and is not rigid does not allow spherical shape maintenance in the gaps between the metal grid.
  • This structure is not inflatable and is accessed through a zipper that prevents entry or exit into the water.
  • a major problem of this provision refers to the lack of safety to the user, since it has higher density than water, allowing its submersion in case of accidental rupture of the spherical surface.
  • patent CN2552809 Another known prior art arrangement is disclosed in patent CN2552809, which features a constructively complex, non-inflatable rigid structure with entry and exit through a door with drive pedals for a different purpose.
  • the Brazilian application PI9201741-0 features a central radius structure, which provides a great balance difficulty for the user, as well as making it impossible to exit from within the artifact without external help.
  • Still another constructive arrangement is known from the present art, with a unique peripheral air chamber which does not Provides safety in case of breakage in water and is intended for use outside water.
  • the present model reveals an arrangement introduced in spherical floating artifact, provided with two access windows that allow easy access to the inside as well as exit, both inside and outside the water, without the help external.
  • the structure is made up of a set of tubes with independent valves, which provide security in case of rupture of one or more chambers, since the other chambers maintain the buoyancy and access to exit the artifact.
  • An advantage of the present model refers to the fact that it is provided with blades on its outer perimeter, which enable greater propulsion by turning the spherical structure and consequently a more efficient displacement.
  • Another advantage of the present model refers to the constructive shape of the inner tubes, which are composed with subdivisions in southern buds, providing greater stability and structural rigidity.
  • the filling of the inner tubes can be accomplished by hand or electric pump, providing comfort and mobility as well as ease for the user.
  • Figure 1 is an exploded perspective view revealing the tubes of the present model
  • Figure 2 is a perspective view of a possible embodiment of the present embodiment
  • Figure 3 is a longitudinal sectional side view of the present model, but with a smaller diameter access window
  • Figure 4 is a perspective view of the present embodiment with a larger diameter access window
  • Figure 5 is a perspective view of another constructive arrangement of the present model
  • Figure 6 is another perspective view of the other constructive arrangement of the present model
  • Figure 7 is an enlarged partial detail of another constructional arrangement revealing internal hand and foot restraints
  • Figure 8 is a longitudinal sectional perspective view of another constructive arrangement of the present embodiment showing internal hand and foot restraints;
  • Figure 9 is a perspective view of another constructive arrangement of the present model.
  • Figure 10 is a side view of another constructive arrangement of the present model.
  • the present model comprises inflatable tubes (1), preferably of impermeable and transparent plastic material, subdivided into perimeter southern buds (2) and diametrically opposed polar rings (3) that configure inlet and outlet windows (4) for access to the inner chamber (5) and air circulation formed by the joint of several subsequent air chambers (1), joined together by welding or other means.
  • the union of the tubes (1) configures the spherical floating artifact (6) and said access windows (4).
  • Each air chamber (1) has an independent air valve, so that in the event of air leakage from any chamber (1), the other chambers (1) ensure the floating spherical artifact (6) float and prevent the user from get caught inside the inner chamber (5).
  • said inner chamber (5) accommodates one or more people standing inside and the inner surface (7) configures a locomotion surface through which the user walks, promoting the rotation of the floating artifact (6). around the axis of rotation equivalent to the axis of the windows (4).
  • the subdivision of the chambers (1) into southern buds (2) provides greater stability to the floating artifact (6) as it retains air when a part is pressed by the user's movement inside the chamber (5).
  • the volume of the southern buds (2) allows greater stability and greater traction of the user's stride.
  • the tubes (1) of the floating artifact (6) are provided with external perimeter blades (8), equally inflatable and integral with the structure of said tubes. (1) so as to be inflated together with said inner tubes
  • the floating artifact (6) is provided with 12 to 16 paddles (8), preferably containing 16 paddles (8).
  • the amount and shape of the blades (8) may vary according to the desired performance and action.
  • the polar rings (3) are provided with outer loops (9) which are equidistant from each other and equally spaced on the outer surface of said polar rings (3), forming lashing points that allow the floating artifact (6) to be pulled by any external medium.
  • the diameter of the windows (4) may be larger or smaller depending on the desirable application to the floating artifact (6), so that a larger diameter provides greater ventilation and circulation of incoming water. but less stability of the set, while a smaller diameter (fig. 3) makes it difficult to enter water and can navigate without getting wet, but with less access to the inner chamber (5).
  • the polar rings (3) on the floating artifact rotation axis (6) allow easy access and quick exit from the user, providing more safety and comfort with efficient air circulation.
  • the present model in one of its possible embodiments comprises air chambers
  • Inflatable preferably of waterproof and transparent plastic material, subdivided into perimeter southern buds (12) and diametrically opposed polar rings (13) that configure inlet and outlet windows (14) for access to the inner chamber (15) and air circulation, formed by the union of several subsequent air chambers (11), joined together by means of one another. welding or other means.
  • the union of the tubes (11) configures the spherical floating artifact (16) and said access windows (14).
  • Each air chamber (11) has an independent air valve, so that in the event of air leakage from any chamber (11), the other chambers (11) guarantee the floating spherical artifact (16) and prevent the user from get trapped inside the inner chamber (15).
  • the tubes (11) of the floating artifact (16) are provided with external perimeter blades (19) of flexible solid plastic or rubber, fixed to the surface of said inner tubes (11) by means of glue or even removable by means of snap-on and Velcro, which facilitates the storage and transport.
  • Rigid paddles (19) have improved propulsion capacity compared to inflatable paddles (8).
  • Said paddles (19) act as propellant paddles and propel the displacement of the floating artifact (16) over the water, offering greater drag and allowing a more efficient displacement over the water surface.
  • the floating artifact (16) is provided with 12 to 16 paddles (19), preferably containing 16 paddles (19).
  • the amount and shape of the blades (19) may vary according to the desired performance and action.
  • the polar rings (13) are provided with outer loops (20) which are equidistant from each other and equally spaced on the outer surface of said polar rings (13), forming lashing points that allow the floating artifact (16) to be pulled by any external medium.
  • the diameter of the windows 14 may be larger or smaller depending on the desirable application to the floating artifact 16 so that a larger diameter provides greater ventilation and inlet water circulation but less stability of the assembly while a smaller diameter (fig. 8) makes it difficult to enter water and can navigate without getting wet, but with less access to the inner chamber (15).
  • the inner surface (17) of the floating artifact (16) has internal handles (21), attached to the southern buds (12), at the central radius of the floating artifact's perimeter of rotation (16), configuring foot and hand rests of the user , that enable maneuvers by turning this artifact (16) with the body, as shown in figure 8.
  • the artifact comprises a toroidal inflatable tube (22), preferably of impermeable and transparent plastic material, forming an inner face (23) and an outer face (24). delimiting an inner chamber (25) of concave or flat surface and a pair of access rings (26), diametrically opposed to one another; between the inner (23) and outer (24) walls are a set of internal connections, in meridian lines, comprising tie rods (27) attached to said walls (23) and (24); the internal cavity (25) also has meridian undulations; the outer face 24 may be flat or convex, and has a set of equidistant vanes 28 preferably made from solid or inflatable material.
  • Meridian undulations (29) make it easier for the user to walk and pull with his hands.
  • handles (31) are arranged in pairs in said corrugations (29) for user equilibrium.
  • the access rings (26) have on their surface brackets (30) to aid the transport of the artifact.
  • the outer face 24 may be flat (cylindrical ring) or convex enabling different applications and driveability characteristics.
  • the rings (26) allow the user to enter and exit from within the artifact;

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Abstract

Le présent modèle concerne un agencement introduit dans un dispositif flottant sphérique, comprenant un ensemble de chambres à air indépendantes, subdivisées en segments méridionaux et par deux anneaux polaires formant des fenêtres d'accès, qui permettent un accès à l'intérieur du dispositif, la structure gonflable permettant le déplacement de l'utilisateur sur la surface de l'eau, par exemple sur des fleuves, des lacs, des mers, entre autres applications, au moyen de sa propre force motrice, ou encore poussé par un moyen externe quelconque. Le présent modèle concerne également des agencements structuraux alternatifs ainsi que des éléments tubulaires gonflables.
PCT/BR2011/000383 2010-10-18 2011-10-17 Agencement introduit dans un dispositif flottant sphérique pour marcher sur l'eau Ceased WO2012051686A1 (fr)

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CN102991650A (zh) * 2012-11-23 2013-03-27 苏州益童游乐设备有限公司 一种新型水上滚筒
CN104908901A (zh) * 2015-05-13 2015-09-16 朱成风 一种水上游乐筒

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US3934291A (en) * 1974-08-23 1976-01-27 Douglas Leigh Research And Development Corporation Water sports wheel
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WO1982002364A1 (fr) * 1981-01-12 1982-07-22 Benassi Sergio Roues et pneus pour vehicules aquatiques
FR2565547A1 (fr) * 1984-06-08 1985-12-13 Padovani Francois Dispositif gonflable pour marcher a pied sur l'eau
BR9201741A (pt) * 1992-05-08 1993-11-16 Elisson Felizardo De Oliveira Bola flutuante
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CN102991650A (zh) * 2012-11-23 2013-03-27 苏州益童游乐设备有限公司 一种新型水上滚筒
CN104908901A (zh) * 2015-05-13 2015-09-16 朱成风 一种水上游乐筒

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