Abstract: In a system and method for enabling a person to be transported in a personal transport vehicle, the vehicle includes smoothly operable controls and a safety user-positioning strip. The vehicle further includes a power source rapid disconnection and connection system for recharge and replacement and for secure connection. Also, the vehicle may include a safety speed regulator, and a bi-directional safety braking system. Further, the vehicle includes a preferential drive sharp-turns enabling system. The vehicle further includes an initially-flat indicia-applicable cowling. It may also include a protective security lock, a further or alternative braking system, and a trailer for enabling the carrying of items, and may be readily separable for shipping.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 2, 2004
Date of Patent:
November 6, 2007
Assignee:
American Chariot Company
Inventors:
James R. Kirkpatrick, Joshua D. McDonald