Abstract: A variable wheelbase personal mobility vehicle is disclosed comprising a front wheel assembly and a rear wheel assembly. A front wheel is pivotably mounted relative to the front wheel assembly for controlling the direction of movement of the personal mobility vehicle. Plural drive wheels are mounted relative to the rear wheel assembly for driving the personal mobility vehicle. A seat is connected to the rear wheel assembly for supporting an operator. A variable wheelbase mechanism varies the distance between the front wheel and the plural drive wheels.

Abstract: A selectively configurable storage container for storing and transporting items through various environments includes a housing having at least one surrounding sidewall and a bottom which defines an enclosure. The storage container also includes a motor with at least one drive assembly. The drive assembly is selectively engagable with a first member, e.g., a wheel, and is configured to move the housing relative to a first terrain, e.g., a floor. The drive assembly is also interchangeable with at least one additional member configured to move the housing relative to a different terrain or environment, e.g., sand, water, grass, etc. A steering control cooperates with the drive assembly to navigate the housing through either the first or the different terrain.

Abstract: A scooter includes a front frame has a pivot bracket with a quick release device mounted on the pivot bracket and a head tube attached to the pivot bracket so a steering assembly can be attached to the front frame. A rear frame is slidably connected to the front frame and selectively held in place by a positioning device. A drive axle is mounted in one end of the rear frame and has at least one rear wheel rotatably mounted on the drive axle. A drive device is mounted on the scooter for driving the rear wheel. A carrying case is mounted on the rear frame and adapted for a rider to sit on a top of the carrying case or to hold the scooter after the scooter is folded.

Abstract: A chassis apparatus for an electric cart is provided. The chassis apparatus includes a front chassis, a middle chassis, and a rear chassis coupled together. The front chassis includes a pair of longitudinally extended support rods, a fixed rod extending between the support rods, a connect rod extending vertically upward from the fixed rod, and a combining plate having a substantially U-shaped sectional contour projecting from an upper end portion of the connect rod. The middle chassis includes a laterally extended middle rod, a combine rod extending vertically upward from the middle rod to engage the connect rod and combining plate of the front chassis, a support plate extending along the middle rod to define a channel that receives at least a portion of the front chassis fix rod, and a laterally extended middle strip disposed in longitudinally offset manner relative to the middle rod.

Abstract: A power unit for use with a motorized cart. Two wheels are rotatably mounted to opposite ends of an interconnecting member. In one embodiment, at least one driving motor is housed in at least one of these two wheels. In another embodiment, a driving motor is housed in one of the two wheels, and batteries are housed in the other wheel. In a further embodiment, two opposite platforms are mounted over the interconnecting member in a spaced relation to each other. In yet another embodiment, a battery-accommodating portion is disposed between the two platforms. Batteries are housed in the battery-accommodating portion. Where the cart is a golf cart, the motor and the batteries are concealed from view in every embodiment of the invention. This is favorable from an aesthetical point of view. Furthermore, the space in at least one wheel can be effectively utilized. Where the frame of the golf cart is foldable, it is easy to store and transport the cart.

Abstract: A three wheeled electrically driven scooter having a front wheel drive. The scooter consists of three main components including a steering column having a front wheel attached at its bottom, a platform assembly and a seat assembly having a seat thereon. The front wheel drive includes a planetary speed reducing gear. The steering column is movably attached to the platform in such a manner so that the steering column can be adjusted in various positions relative to a vertical line and relative to the platform assembly. The seat assembly is mounted on the platform assembly so that the seat assembly can swing from a position where a person can sit on the seat on the seat assembly to an inactive position enabling the person to stand on a platform of the platform assembly.

Abstract: A single-seater motor vehicle includes (1) a support body having a plurality of supporting arms that are mounted in a horizontally and vertically displaceable manner; (2) a vehicle seat arranged on a support body; (3) a control device; and (4) a plurality of wheels, wherein each of said wheels is arranged adjustably or pivotably on a supporting arm. The support body the supporting arms can be set in at least three positions by automatic or manual adjustment of the vehicle seat height.

Abstract: A collapsible vehicle having a frame, a non-steerable wheel assembly and a steerable wheel assembly. The frame includes a longitudinal member, a transverse member, an upright member proximal to one end of the longitudinal member, and a steering member proximal to another end of the longitudinal member. The longitudinal member and the transverse member define a base plane. The non-steerable wheel assembly includes a non-steerable-wheel movable between a storage position within the periphery of the frame to a deployed position outside the periphery of the frame and extending below the base plane. The steerable wheel assembly includes a steerable wheel movable between a storage position within the periphery of the frame to a deployed position outside the periphery of the frame and extending below the base plane. A method of using the collapsible vehicle is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a chart chassis composed of a front and a rear cart frameworks bridged together, while the releasing and assembling mechanism comprises a handle bar, a turnable member and a joint assembly. By pulling the handle bar to turn the turnable member outwards, and separating the joint assembly from the turnable member thereby performing instant detachment of the cart chassis.

Abstract: A motorized golf bag cart includes a base frame which extends and retracts telescopically to respectively expand or collapse a battery storage compartment. A drive motor supported in the base frame is linked to a drive axle which selectively drives a pair of drive wheel hubs positioned on respective opposite sides of the base frame. The base frame also includes a pair of transversely extending hollow tube which receive respective first and second telescoping support axles such that they are movable between an extended, operative position and a retracted, compact storage position. An articulating handle is designed to be compactly folded. The inventive golf bag cart is thus quickly and easily changeable between an extremely compact storage and transport configuration and a very stable, four wheeled, operative position.

Abstract: A motorized golf bag cart includes a base frame which extends and retracts telescopically to respectively expand or collapse a battery mounting area. A drive motor supported in the base frame is linked to a drive axle which selectively drives a pair of drive wheel hubs positioned on respective opposite sides of the base frame. The base frame also includes a pair of transversely extending hollow tube which receive respective first and second telescoping support axles such that they are movable between an extended, operative position and a retracted, compact storage position. An articulating handle is designed to be compactly folded. The inventive golf bag cart is thus quickly and easily changeable between an extremely compact storage and transport configuration and a very stable, four wheeled, operative position.

Abstract: A motor driven demountable chair vehicle has a frame supported on front and rear wheels. A steering column is mounted on the front end of the frame and a seat is supported rearwardly thereof. The frame has discrete front and rear segments incorporating a longitudinally telescopic coupling assembly comprising a longitudinal telescoping part on one of the segments received by a receiving part on the other segment, and a latch assembly connected with one of the parts and automatically interacting with the other upon relative telescoping movement of the parts latches them in locked position.

Abstract: A personal mobility vehicle having front and rear chassis members interconnected by a locking means. The rear chassis member includes alignment means for aligning the rear chassis with a suspension assembly of the front chassis. An adjustable seat assembly supports a user while preventing accidental disengagement of the locking means.

Abstract: A detachable framework for an electric cart including a first chassis part, a second chassis part, and a connecting pin. The first chassis part has a steering handle for controlling a moving direction of a front wheel of the electric cart, a connecting pin receiver upward extended from a rear center thereof, and a connecting beam extended across a lower rear end thereof. The second chassis part has rear wheels and a driving mechanism mounted thereto and includes two receiving heads at its two lower front ends for receiving two ends of the connecting beam therein, a supporting post upward extended from a middle front thereof and having a first positioning screw on its front wall, and a seat post connected to a front top of the supporting post to locate immediately above the connecting pin receiver and having a second positioning screw provided on a front wall thereof.

Abstract: An "all terrain" scooter is provided with a large central tubular chassis having two central brackets supporting a platform. At the front, the tubular chassis bends upward through a notch in the platform upwardly above the front wheel to support a steering head tube. The steering head tube supports a cantilevered steering wheel support. This cantilevered wheel support includes a shaft mounting stub and includes mounted disc brake calipers. A removable axle shaft keys to the cantilevered steering wheel support at one end, supports the wheel medially of its cantilevered end, and fastens through the wheel bearings on a wheel bearing retention bolt to firmly hold the steered wheel in place. Facilitated wheel mounting is disclosed by placing steering wheel into position with the attached brake disc in the brake calipers, inserting the axle member through the axle support stub shaft and fastening the steered front wheel in place with the wheel shaft retention bolt.

Abstract: A pivotable wheel mounting system can pivot wheel mounting devices of a vehicle in a retracted position so that the vehicle conforms to a vehicle carrier volume that is in accordance with local transport laws and regulations. The pivotable wheel mounting system extends the wheels of a vehicle to positions for substantially stable support in a driving (non-transport) mode. The pivotable wheel mounting system reduces the vehicle frame volume when the vehicle is in a transport mode. The pivotable wheel system is preferably for compost treating vehicles with endless track units.

Abstract: A system and method for controlling adaptive vehicle occupant restraint devices use a processor for receiving input signals from a plurality of sensors, for generating control parameters using a predetermined program, and for generating control signals from the control parameters to adaptively control the restraint devices during an accident.

Abstract: A tiller assembly for steering a personal mobility vehicle. A knuckle joint for the tiller includes a base secured on the front wheel steering spindle and a knuckle element connected for limited pivotal movement on the base. A bolt connects the knuckle element to the base and also connects the tiller to the knuckle joint. A spring loaded pin on the tiller enters spaced apart openings in the knuckle element to lock the tiller to the knuckle element in any one of various positions, including an operating position and a collapsed position. Adjustment screws on the base are contacted by stop surfaces on the knuckle element to limit in both directions the pivoting of the knuckle element. This allows the tiller to float to a limited extent and also to act rigidly when the vehicle user needs to pull himself up by using the tiller. Spacer sleeves on the pivot bolt allow adjustment of the friction between the knuckle element and base without affecting the tiller.

Abstract: A ride-on powered vehicle having a tricycle configuration has a frame having a front side and a rear side and provided with a load carrying space which is open at the front side for inserting a load into the load carrying space from the front side, a single rear wheel arranged at the rear side of the frame, motor unit for driving the rear wheel, a seat arranged above the rear wheel, a pair of front wheels spaced apart at the front side of the frame, a pair of handle bars arranged at the front side of the frame for steering the vehicle, a unit for connecting the handle bars with the rear wheel to steer the vehicle, and a unit for connecting each of the front wheels to the frame so as to enable folding of the front wheels to a position in which they lie closely against the frame thus substantially reducing an overall width of the vehicle and facilitating storage and maneuvering through narrow apertures.

Abstract: An electrically-powered scooter vehicle for use by elderly, disabled and infirm people includes a self-locking connection means for connecting front and rear frame portions of the scooter. The scooter is convertible between three-wheel and four-wheel versions without use of tools. Automatic shut-off circuity minimizes inadvertent loss of battery power due to failure to turn off the scooter. An adjustably lockable telescoping tiller facilitates use of the scooter by persons of all sizes.

Abstract: A power operated wheeled cart for hauling bulk materials is constructed so that it can be knocked-down into a condition of partial disassembly in a manner such that a base platform can be inverted and used as a structural base for attaching crating members to form a compact modular shipping unit which utilizes a minimum of crating components.

Abstract: A self-propelled personal mobility vehicle and frame therefor and method of assembly of the dismantled vehicle. The frame includes a front support for a steerable wheel and a coupling member connected to a rear portion of the frame which is releasibly engagable with a drive assembly operably positioned immediately rearward of the frame. The drive assembly includes a centrally positioned drive gear housing having a transversely extending tubular drive shaft housing and spaced rear support wheels operably connected at each end of the drive shaft housing for supporting and propelling the vehicle. The coupling member is releasibly engaged over the drive shaft housing by first lifting the rear of the frame with the drive assembly resting on the ground. The frame is then moved diagonally rearwardly or toward the drive assembly and downwardly so that, when fully engaged over and upon the drive shaft housing, the coupling member, by frame and vehicle weight alone, prevents further lateral and fore and aft (e.g.

Abstract: A forklift truck has a chassis structure with at least two sections 11, 12 hinged together for pivotting between an open working configuration and a closed stowage configuration.

Abstract: A nesting passenger vehicle designed to improve access to subways and commuter trains by virtue of its reduced parking area requirements. A short cabin and a V shaped frame permit the vehicle to nest or horizontally stack into other vehicles of the same shape in a manner that requires a small amount of parking space per vehicle. The present invention provides a significant parking density advantage compared to conventional, privately owned automobiles.

Abstract: A motorized scooter comprises a generally tubular frame, a deck mounted on the frame having a generally planar unencumbered rider support portion adapted to carry a rider standing upon the deck, a front steerable wheel, a steering member rotatably secured to a front end of the frame and to an axle of the front wheel, a rear driven wheel having an axle rotatably supported by a rear portion of the frame, a motor mounted forward of the rear wheel on the rear portion of the frame, and a drive transfer device connecting the motor to the rear wheel. The motor has a drive shaft which extends from the motor parallel to and in front of the rear wheel. The free end of the drive shaft is located on one side of and forward of the rear wheel. The drive transfer device couples the drive shaft to the rear axle on the opposite side of the rear wheel.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a three wheel personal mobility vehicle in which a wheel and drive assembly is readily detached from a vehicle frame by spring loaded pull pins which are connected by a strap so both of the pins can be manipulated simultaneously with a single hand. The invention provides for quick release and reassembly of the drive assembly which is provided with a handle for carrying the same to a trunk of a car or the like.

Abstract: A personal mobility vehicle arranged for disassembly and assembly to facilitate transporting of the vehicle. A unitized drive unit, composed two drive wheels, a motor and a transmission for driving the drive wheels in response to the motor, is selectively mounted on and removed from a unitized support frame which serves as the basic support structure for the vehicle.

Abstract: A light, portable golf riding apparatus that may be electric motor or pedal driven. The lightness of the apparatus is provided in part by using a tubular construction, with few, if any, panels, and portability is provided by having the apparatus formed from several sections or frameworks pivoting in relation to each other. In one embodiment, a first central section holds the power train and rear wheels, a front section holds the steering column, and a third a seat for the rider. The central and front sections pivot towards each other, the seat folds onto the central section and the steering collapses about the apparatus to form a compact body.

Abstract: A golf cart or other personal utility vehicle includes a wheeled platform, a wheeled gooseneck frame detachably secured at the rear of the platform, and a detachable steering handle for turning a powered wheel on the gooseneck frame for steering purposes. A detachable upright post provides support for a conventional golf bag and set of clubs. A forwardly facing occupant seat is detachably mounted to the gooseneck frame, thereby placing the weight of an occupant substantially upon the rear driving and steering wheel. The golf cart provides a mechanized vehicle capable of use on all types of terrain. It can be readily disassembled for storage and transport within the trunk or cargo area of a conventional passenger automobile.

Abstract: A collapsible, portable golf cart including a main frame assembly and a wheel assembly operatively connected to the main frame assembly for movement of the main frame assembly along a surface. The golf cart further includes a collapsible support assembly operatively connected to the main said frame assembly for selective movement between an erected position and a collapsed position relative to the main frame assembly. A seating member for a cart rider is operatively connected to the collapsible support means for movement with the collapsible support means between the above mentioned positions.

Abstract: A portable collapsible golf cart vehicle adapted for use on a golf fairway and collapsible for storage and transport. A scooter-type vehicle having a steering mechanism and rear propelling mechanism in which the steering mechanism includes a steering column coupled with a steering handle for rotation of the steering column. A pivotal connection is provided for pivotally connecting and locking the steering mechanism in one position during propelling of the vehicle and in another position for storage of the vehicle. The mechanism includes a pivotal unit and a rear wheel with the pivotal unit being in a first position for use in a scooter vehicle and in a second position for storage in the compact condition.

Abstract: A personal mobility vehicle comprises front and rear frame sections which can be readily disassembled and assembled and further comprises a drive train unit which can be disassembled and assembled from the rear frame section.

Abstract: A personal mobility vehicles includes front and rear frames which are connected together in use. The rear frame supports the rear axle and drive wheels, as well as the electric motor/brake system. The front frame supports a front wheel spindle to which one or more front wheels are attached. A tiller is mounted to the front spindle, the tiller being collapsible for storage of the vehicle. A seat post is mounted to the front frame for supporting a removable seat, and a floor pan is mounted to the front frame to support the vehicular batteries, as well provide a foot rest for the rider.The front and rear frames are preferably connected together with a plate having a depending J-hook arranged to engage a plate having a depending lip. A latch and latch receiver serve to lock the connection together with the plates bearing against each other in compression to support the vehicle and rider.The tiller is preferably positionable in a plurality of lock positions, including one collapsed position for compact storage.

Abstract: A scooter that may be easily assembled and assembled without requiring lifting any heavy parts. The scooter may be easily broken down into a main frame, a drive portion, a motor portion and a power transmission portion.

Abstract: An improved, highly portable, collapsible scooter having a front frame extending upwardly from a front portion of a lower frame and being pivotally secured thereto. The front frame is secured at its upper end to steering means, and a front wheel is rotatably secured to the steering means. A rear wheel is rotatably secured to a rear portion of the lower frame, and a platform for supporting a rider is secured to the lower frame between the front and rear wheels. Lock means releasably lock the front frame and lower frame in an operating position or in a collapsed position in which the front frame extends rearwardly from the front portion of the lower frame. An engine is preferably coupled with the rear wheel of the scooter using a belt drive system which preferably includes toothed pulleys and a notched drive belt.

Abstract: A motorized walker includes a base upon which a person can stand, with wheels on the base for rollably supporting the base. Variable speed reversible electric motors are provided for driving the wheels. A walker frame within which a person can stand is detachably mounted on the base, and includes control switches for separately and independently actuating the electric motors such that the person can stand on the motorized walker and maneuver it in any desired direction.

Abstract: A three-wheeled scooter having a two part frame assembly defined by first and second frames. The frame assembly uses a mechanical couple to transfer forces through the periphery of the frames. A spring biased pin in the first frame cooperates with apertures in the second frame to lock the frame assembly together. A safety member maintains the pin in a locked position.

Abstract: Personal mobility vehicles includes front and rear frames which are connected together in use. The rear frame supports the rear axle and drive wheels, as well as the electric motor/brake system. The front frame supports a front wheel spindle to which one or more front wheels are attached. A tiller is mounted to the front spindle, the tiller being collapsible for storage of the vehicle. A seat post is mounted to the front frame for supporting a removable seat, and a floor pan is mounted to the front frame to support the vehicular batteries, as well provide a foot rest for the rider.The front and rear frames are preferably connected together with a plate having a depending J-hook arranged to engage a plate having a depending lip. A latch and latch receiver serve to lock the connection together with the plates bearing against each other in compression to support the vehicle and rider.The tiller is preferably positionable in a plurality of lock positions, including one collapsed position for compact storage.

Abstract: A personal mobility vehicle including rear and front frame sections which are quickly and easily engageable and disconnectable one to another. The rear frame section has a pair of coaxial rear spaced wheels and a pair of locator pins laterally extending preferably from each side margin adjacent each forward corner of the rear frame section. These locator pins engage with a locking bar rearwardly extending from and adjacent each rear corner of said front frame section. Each bar has a notch formed into its lower and upper margins adapted to engage the locator pins in a pivotal motion to guide the front and rear frame sections into abutting generally coplaner assembled relationship, thus preventing fore and aft and vertical movement therebetween. A latch-type connector preferably centrally positioned releasibly secures this coplaner relationship during use of the vehicle.

Abstract: An extensible motor bicycle is equipped with a body virtually in the form of a suitcase. The body houses within itself, at least partially, several mechanical members necessary for motion and an actuating device operatively connected to the members and capable of automatically controlling coming out and return within the body.

Abstract: A vehicle primarily intended for use by a single individual is disclosed which includes front and rear frame members and a releasable interconnecting mechanism for selectively engaging and disengaging front and rear frame members to permit the unit to be broken down into at least two components for easy transportation and storage. The seat for the unit is mounted on the rear drive frame and includes a seat post rigidly connected to that frame.

Abstract: A power driven vehicle for disabled, particularly for children, and which incorportaes a motor driven chassis module, a seat module and an accumulator module, wherein the chassis module incorporates two wheel pair units, which are disconnectable from each other and constitute a first, front wheel unit and a second, rear wheel unit, one of the wheel pair units, preferably the first wheel unit, incorporating two steering and driving units acting individually upon one wheel each, the second wheel unit being composed by a central beam, one end of which is connectable to the first wheel unit and having at its other end a yoke pivotably supported transversely to the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, and having at its free ends wheels supported in bearings, and said seat module being centrally arranged on the beam, whereas said accumulator module is attached on both sides of the beam, between the pairs of wheels.

Abstract: A riding scooter that may be assembled and dis-assembled without the use of tools is formed of components of a size and weight such that they may be handled by a person of modest physical strength. The scooter's front and rear sections have overlapping interengaging parts that are biased together in the operative position by the weight of the sections alone. Batteries for electrical power are contained within casings which are cooperatively retained within a battery housing and which also permit the batteries to be simultaneously electrically connected to the vehicle electrical system upon insertion of the battery casings within the battery housing. A steering tiller is detachably mounted to the front steering yoke being retained in an operative position by a quick release locking collar.

Abstract: A collapsible motorcycle, the frame of which presents an intermediate body from the opposite ends of which extend two arms respectively supporting a front and rear wheel; which arms are connected to the intermediate body by means of respective hinge devices enabling displacement of the arms, in relation to the intermediate body, between a distended position, wherein the arms extend in substantially diverging manner from the intermediate body, and a collapsed position wherein the arms extend from the intermediate body in converging, crossover manner, with the rear wheel located to the front of the front wheel.

Abstract: A modular power drive scooter, including as modular components a seat, a seat post, a mainframe, a trailer and at least one battery, is built in a manner allowing quick and easy disassembly of the scooter for compact storage. In assembled form, the seat post supports the seat and also serves as a lock pin which prevents separation of the mainframe from the trailer. The mainframe includes a front wheel, a tiller assembly for steering the scooter, and recesses for accommodating one or more batteries. The trailer includes a pair of rear wheels coupled to a differential which is driven by an electric motor, and a removable storage tray that provides access to the motor. A stem member extending from the trailer engages the mainframe in an overlapping relation whereby apertures in the stem member align with ports in the mainframe. The seat post is inserted into a selected port to determine the spacing of the seat from the tiller assembly.

Abstract: A personal mobility vehicle comprises front and rear frame sections which can be disassembled and assembled. The frame sections are secured together by a pivotable detachable connection such that the rear frame section is lockingly received in the rear portion of the front frame section and the length of the assembled frame is substantially the same as the length of the front frame section itself.

Abstract: A three wheel vehicle is described having two forward wheels that are driven and steerable. The two forward wheels and the single rear wheel are supported on a single-unit platform member that is molded from an engineering plastic. The vehicle rear wheel is mounted on a trailing arm that is pivoted at generally the middle underside of the platform member. This trailing arm is movable to facilitate three-point vehicle storage, as the vehicle rests on its two front wheels and on its then closely adjacent rear wheel, with the trailing arm in a vertical position. The platform member includes a plurality of pipe-like attachment clip/handles strategically located both within the bounds of the platform and about the periphery of the platform. The vehicle is intended for use by a seated or a standing individual. A plurality of accessories are selectively attachable to the platform member by use of the platform clip/handles.

Abstract: A wheelchair has a removable seat, removable battery containers and a body which can be separated into two major parts, one having a pair of ground-engaging wheels and the other having a single, steerable wheel. The body parts incorporate respective parts of a two-part coupling. One coupling part has recesses for receiving horizontal pins on the other coupling part. Lower pins serve as pivots during coupling. A pair of lower recesses are placed over co-axial lower pins and the body parts are then rocked about these pins to bring upper pins into their respective recesses. The pins are then locked in their recesses.

Abstract: An article of motorized luggage is provided and consists of a plurality of wheels rotatably journaled to bottom of a container body for allowing travel along the ground and a mechanism within the container body for driving one of the wheels to make the luggage a self-powered unit. In a modification a steerable platform is connected to the luggage so as to transport a person standing upon the platform.

Abstract: A device for coupling a front wheel unit of a motorized wheelchair with a rear wheel unit to obtain an assembled motorized wheelchair. Generally the front wheel unit includes a wheel and handlebars or a steering wheel. The rear wheel unit includes at least a frame and a wheel rotatably connected to the frame. The coupling device includes a connector portion at the front end of the rear unit frame, which connector is generally vertically oriented but inclined forward slightly. The front wheel unit correspondingly has at its rear end a connector portion which is inclined forward at approximately the same angle as the rear connector, and sized and positioned so as to telescopically interfit with the rear connector.