Patents Issued in March 1, 2018
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Publication number: 20180057098Abstract: A bicycle handlebar comprising an additional handlebar grip having an additional wrist rest is provided. The additional handlebar grip is arranged between the conventional handlebar grip and the fitting and comprises an upper flattened and a lower flattened surface. The additional handlebar grip can also contain a grip piece that comprises a further flattened support surface. In particular, the upper flattened surface can be designed as a depression between the clamp and the grip piece. A two-component design of the additional handlebar grip, having a main component that comprises a mandrel, and an attachment to be fitted onto the mandrel, is also possible. In this case, the second component can be made of plastics material. In another embodiment, the second component comprises a grip piece having two support surfaces that are arranged laterally on the grip piece.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Jochen KLIEBER
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Publication number: 20180057099Abstract: Provided is an inverted pendulum type vehicle including a drive wheel and a boarding part on which a rider rides in a standing position, the inverted pendulum type vehicle including: a detection unit configured to detect a drive torque of the drive wheel to maintain an inverted state; and an output unit configured to generate torque information about an ankle torque based on the drive torque detected by the detection unit and output the generated torque information, the ankle torque being applied to the boarding part by the rider.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventors: Nobuhisa OTSUKI, Masahiro TAKAHASHI
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Publication number: 20180057100Abstract: A gas spring curve control valve for a adjustable-volume gas-pressurized device is described. The valve allows for selection from among at least four spring curves and can be packaged in small spaces/devices. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, a rotary cam having grooves and lobes that interact with spring loaded ball bearings and an external adjuster knob are used to easily change the gas spring curve “on-the-fly” and with minimal user effort.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: Fox Factory, Inc.Inventor: Robert C. FOX
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Publication number: 20180057101Abstract: A suspended two-wheeled vehicle frame and a corresponding two-wheeled vehicle, in particular a bicycle, are disclosed, in which the swing-arm bearing seat comprises a recess for providing clearance or free space for a rear wheel of the suspended two-wheeled vehicle frame. The yoke of said two-wheeled vehicle frame, which extends from the first to the second chainstay, extends below the swing-arm bearing seat provided with a recess. An opening can be arranged at the base of the recess of the swing-arm bearing seat so as to allow the line to be guided through the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Jochen KLIEBER
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Publication number: 20180057102Abstract: A base member includes a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar and a second end opposite to the first end. An operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis. A hydraulic unit is coupled to the operating member to operate a bicycle component in response to an operation of the operating member. At least part of the hydraulic unit is disposed closer to the first end than the first pivot axis when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis. A wireless communicator is to wirelessly transmit a signal to an additional component in response to the input operation. A power supply is electrically connected to the wireless communicator. At least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply is disposed closer to the second end than the first pivot axis when viewed from the first direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: SHIMANO INC.Inventors: Atsushi KOMATSU, Takafumi NISHINO, Takehiko NAKAJIMA
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Publication number: 20180057103Abstract: A base member includes a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar and a second end opposite to the first end. An operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis. A hydraulic unit is coupled to the operating member to operate a bicycle component in response to an operation of the operating member. An electrical switch is to be activated by an input operation from a user. A wireless communicator is electrically connected to the electrical switch to wirelessly transmit a signal to an additional component in response to the input operation. A power supply is electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator. At least part of the hydraulic unit is disposed below at least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply in a mounting state of the bicycle operating device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: SHIMANO INC.Inventors: Atsushi KOMATSU, Takafumi NISHINO, Takehiko NAKAJIMA
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Publication number: 20180057104Abstract: A bicycle operating device comprises a base member, an operating member, a hydraulic unit, an electrical switch, a wireless communicator, and a power supply. The base member includes a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. The operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis. At least part of the hydraulic unit is disposed closer to the second end than the first pivot axis when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis. The power supply is electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator. At least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply is at least partly disposed closer to the first end than the first pivot axis when viewed from the first direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: SHIMANO INC.Inventors: Atsushi KOMATSU, Takafumi NISHINO, Takehiko NAKAJIMA
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Publication number: 20180057105Abstract: A bicycle operating device comprises a base member, an operating member, a hydraulic unit, an electrical switch, a wireless communicator, and a power supply. The base member includes a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar and a second end opposite to the first end. The operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis. The wireless communicator is electrically connected to the electrical switch to wirelessly transmit a signal to an additional component in response to an input operation. The power supply is electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator. The hydraulic unit at least partly overlaps with at least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: SHIMANO INC.Inventors: Atsushi KOMATSU, Takafumi NISHINO, Takehiko NAKAJIMA
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Publication number: 20180057106Abstract: A bicycle crank arm is basically provided that includes a first structural member and a second structural member attached to the first structural member. The first structural member is made of a first material including a non-metallic material. The second structural member is made of a second material that is different from the first material.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Tooru IWAI, Tetsu NONOSHITA, Toyoshi YOSHIDA
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Publication number: 20180057107Abstract: A bicycle hub assembly includes a hub shell including a braking surface. A coaster brake shoe is accommodated in the hub shell and cooperates with the braking surface to generate braking force. A motor is accommodated in the hub shell and configured to be controlled for at least changing or maintaining a gear ratio.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Takashi YAMAMOTO
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Publication number: 20180057108Abstract: A propulsion device for a bicycle can include a mounting assembly for releasably coupling the propulsion device to the bicycle, a motor, a power source selectively providing power to the motor, a gear assembly, and two frictional drive components coupled to the gear assembly. The two frictional drive components can be movable between an engaged configuration and a disengaged configuration. In the engaged configuration, the two frictional drive components are frictionally engaged with a side of a wheel of the bicycle such that the wheel is arranged between the two frictional drive components. In the disengaged configuration the two frictional drive components are disengaged from the wheel. The motor can drive the gear assembly: (i) to move the two frictional drive components into the engaged configuration, and (ii) to rotate at least one of the two frictional drive components to rotate the wheel of the bicycle.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: Newer Commuter, LLCInventor: Andrew C. Scherer
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Publication number: 20180057109Abstract: A saddle riding type vehicle includes a seat which is supported by a vehicle body and on which a passenger is seated; and an arm rest which is provided to protrude at a side rear position of the seat of the vehicle body and on which an arm of a passenger who is seated on the seat is rested. The arm rest is supported by the vehicle body rotatably between a use position at which a front end part of the arm rest is directed to a vehicle body front direction and a retracted position at which the front end part of the arm rest is directed to a direction other than the vehicle body front direction. A rotation shaft of the arm rest is arranged to be directed to a vehicle body front upper direction from the side rear position of the seat of the vehicle body.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Takeshi KAMIYAMA, Kazuhiro SHIMAZAKI
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Publication number: 20180057110Abstract: A backward pedaling bicycle comprises a frame, a rearward wheel and forward wheel rotatably coupled to the frame, a driving gear coupled to the rearward wheel, a pedaling gear rotatably coupled to the frame, first and second redirection gears rotatably coupled to the frame, a roller chain operatively coupled to the driving gear, the pedaling gear, and the first and second redirection gears, and an elongated steering stem and handle bars coupled to the frame and positioned to facilitate an upright seating position of the rider while pedaling and holding the handle bars. Accordingly, backward pedaling by the rider about the pedaling gear rotates the driving gear in a forward rotational direction via the first and second redirection gears, thereby causing forward propulsion of the backward pedaling bicycle. The first and second redirection gears can each be coupled between the pedaling gear and an axis of rotation of the forward wheel.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: John M. Acheson
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Publication number: 20180057111Abstract: A bulwark terrace with integrated door is provided; the bulwark terrace may be a portion of a bulwark on a ship or yacht that is hinged so as to be able to fold outwards and downwards and be flush with the deck after doing so, thereby extending the deck surface. The bulwark terrace may also include a door that may open independently of the bulwark terrace to allow boarding of the yacht or ship through the bulwark without deploying the bulwark terrace.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Richard Corley Allender
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Publication number: 20180057112Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable boat with a foldable and a flexible frame structure, wherein the portable boat is enabled with a compact storage feature which further enables carrying by a single individual and storage of the portable boat in a closet. The portable boat when unfolded is covered in a watertight material and can further be outfitted with a small motor and/or tent canopy.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: LUKE MICHAEL GIBSON
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Publication number: 20180057113Abstract: A portable canopy for use with a boat having a covered helm and at least two fishing rod holders mounted thereto. The portable canopy employs a first tubular shaped support member having a proximal end securable to a rod holder found on a fishing boat. A second tubular shaped support member having a proximal end is secured to a second rod holder, adjacent to, but spaced apart from, the first support member. The first and second support members are secured to the rod holders by use of locking pins. A spreader bar is attached to the distal end of each said support member, forming a rigid frame between the support members and the rod holders. A fabric cover extends between the support members, providing shade to the occupants beneath the canopy.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Kevin Killian
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Publication number: 20180057114Abstract: A high angle overboard system and method for the deployment of subsea equipment from a marine vessel. The overboard guide system deploys a deployment line from a surface vessel into a body of water at an angle alpha. The angle alpha may be at least 15 degrees and may be greater than 20, 25, 30, 45, or even 60 degrees or more during some or all portions of the subsea operations. The overboard system may be located near the splashzone of the surface vessel or a distance beneath a water surface. The overboard system may take any number of configurations, such as a cone shape, and/or may comprise a plurality of rollers or one or more sheaves. The overboard system allows a subsea device to be operated at higher deployment angles as compared to prior art subsea operations, such as with A-frame LARS systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: Seabed Geosolutions B.V.Inventor: Martin John Hartland
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Publication number: 20180057115Abstract: The present application provides a launching arrangement for a lifeboat from an offshore installation. The launching arrangement may include a garage for the lifeboat, a gate of the garage that can be opened by gravity, wherein the lifeboat can be launched either as a free fall lifeboat or by a fall of a lifeboat winch in case of an emergency situation and while a power supply is off, and wherein the garage is equipped with the gate with a wire rope winch, a lower hydraulic cylinder, and an upper hydraulic cylinder; and the gate of the garage opens by gravity by simultaneous operation of a wire rope winch of the gate and the lower hydraulic cylinder and the upper hydraulic cylinder, both hydraulic cylinders working as a closed hydraulic system; and the lower hydraulic cylinder and the upper hydraulic cylinder including piston rods.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Jacek Jankowski
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Publication number: 20180057116Abstract: A storage caddy system for mounting underneath a seat has a mounting bracket for attachment between a bottom of the seat and at least one leg, and a storage caddy removably attached to the mounting bracket. The storage caddy has at least one storage compartment for storing an item, which is accessible by at least one access point in an outer wall of the storage caddy. The storage caddy is configured to allow movement of the seat relative to the leg. The storage caddy is slidable relative to the mounting bracket in a direction perpendicular to the leg from a partially stowed position to a fully stowed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Mikenzie Murphy
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Publication number: 20180057117Abstract: A removal chock for securing coolers, storage bins, and tool boxes on boats, and cargo areas of vehicles and trailers and the like. The low-profile base mounts to any flat surface, and allows the chock to be installed and uninstalled from the base without the use of any tools. The chock can be removed from the base when not being used and the base remains installed. The low-profile design of the base greatly reduces the potential trip hazard, as well as offers an aesthetically pleasing appearance than a permanently installed chock.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Jeffrey Brawner
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Publication number: 20180057118Abstract: Disclosed herein is an apparatus with a remotely controlled hydraulically actuated platform, upon which a swimmer may stand in order to be raised out of the water or lower into the water. One version comprises a scissor mechanism assembly bolted underneath the swim deck of a boat, a hydraulic cylinder that extends the scissor mechanism, a retracting stand platform attached to the scissor mechanism that can slide inward and under the deck of the boat for storage, a hydraulic power unit, and a wireless remote control. The most preferred embodiment comprises a hydraulic cylinder that extends above the swim deck of a boat, an anchor assembly that is bolted underneath the swim deck of the boat, a stand platform with a handle, a hydraulic power unit, and a wireless remote control that operates the hydraulic unit and lifts a single swimmer into and out of the water.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Michael Franklin
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Publication number: 20180057119Abstract: A system for transporting people and/or freight, including a shuttle which is provided on the upper side with detachable device for hoisting the shuttle with a hoisting cable, and which is provided on the lower side with a first catch member, a shuttle landing station on which a second catch member is provided, wherein two catch members are at least partly complementary to each other and can be coupled to each other, and stabilisation members which can be activated and which are constructed such that, after the coupling of the catch members, they maintain the position of the shuttle on the landing station, the stabilisation members being provided at least in part on the shuttle and/or on the landing station, wherein the activable stabilisation members and the detachable device are connected to each other.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: Hallcon B.V.Inventor: Johan RUIVENKAMP
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Publication number: 20180057120Abstract: A standing support assembly for a boat deck to assist boaters with physical limitations in maneuvering around a bass boat. The standing support assembly includes a rigid, elongated stanchion member that is hingedly attached to one end of a rigid, planar attachment plate. An anchor post extends downwardly from the other end of the attachment plate and allows the standing support assembly to be locked into a base plate on a bass boat. Through its hinged attachment, the stanchion member is able to move between a deployed position in which it is orthogonal to the attachment plate and a storage position in which it is parallel and adjacent to the attachment plate. When in the deployed position, a user can hold the stanchion member for added support while moving around on the boat.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Eddie Kennemur
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Publication number: 20180057121Abstract: A method and system for automatically enabling an automated commercial fishing process is provided. The method includes enabling a commercial fishing software application associated with selecting a location for implementing a commercial fishing process. In response user data identifying a user and license data associated with a commercial fishing license belonging to the user are received. A control signal is transmitted to a vehicle. The control signal enables control of the vehicle such that the vehicle initiates motion and navigates in a specified direction towards a specified geographical area. Control hardware of the vehicle verifies a status of the commercial fishing license belonging to the user and it is determined if the commercial fishing license authorizes commercial fishing activities within the specified geographical area.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Ahamed Jalaldeen, Chivukula V. Narayana
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Publication number: 20180057122Abstract: A system for converting a paddleboard into a gigging vessel includes a standard stand-up paddleboard outfitted with a conversion system. The conversion system includes a pair of opposing pontoons, a pair of opposing guards each adjacent to one pontoon, and retaining arms and retaining straps for securing pontoons and guards to the stand-up paddleboard. The system includes a pair of wheels that can be lowered for transportation across land, and raised for use in aquatic environments; lights; and a storage compartment for items and captured fish. In one embodiment the pontoons and guards can be folded up for transportation.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: John Clark Dorman
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Publication number: 20180057123Abstract: An adapter system for attachment to a surfboard leash plug receive bar. The adapter system is able to be secured to and removed from a surfboard without any damage or alteration done to the surfboard. The adapter attaches to the surfboard leash plug and provides a surfboard tail mount for devices, including but not limited to a camera.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 27, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Matthew Gunner
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Publication number: 20180057124Abstract: In one example, a watercraft includes a hull in the form of a unitary, single-piece structure that is substantially hollow, and made of plastic. A grip is provided that is integral with the hull and includes a recess that is formed in a skin of the hull and is integral with the hull, and the grip also includes an undercut that is formed in the skin of the hull proximate an edge of the recess. The undercut is integral with the hull and communicates with the recess.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Samuel S. Robbins, Dennis Jay Norman
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Publication number: 20180057125Abstract: A system for stabilizing a vessel, comprising one or more ailerons and a drive device. The aileron is able to move about two axes, one on the longitudinal axis of the aileron substantially perpendicular to the hull at cruising speed and oscillating horizontally at zero speed of the vessel, the other fixed in direction and substantially perpendicular to the first axis and allowing its horizontal oscillation movement. The drive devices give the aileron an inclination movement at cruising speed and a scull movement on the two axes at rest. An electronic computer determines the value of the inclination, whether the vessel be sailing or at rest, and a complementary computer, when the vessel is stopped, generates an alternating movement on the substantially vertical axis and reverses the sign of the inclination calculated by the first computer according to the direction of this movement.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 17, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Elisabeth FOURNIER
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Publication number: 20180057126Abstract: A distress device of lifejacket includes: a lifejacket main body; a wireless emitter, disposed inside the lifejacket main body and including a circuit board and an antenna, wherein the antenna is electrically connected to the circuit board; and a lithium polymer battery, electrically connected to the circuit board and disposed inside the lifejacket main body. Accordingly, the lithium polymer battery can be adopted to replace a convention lithium battery, so that the distress device of lifejacket can be safety disposed in an aircraft for providing sufficient amount of electricity required by the wireless emitter, thereby allowing the distress device of lifejacket to have an additional function of emitting signals, and the research and rescue team is able to rapidly locate the sufferer, so that the distress device of lifejacket is provided with advantages of increasing operation safety and facilitating the locating procedure for search and rescue.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Shoei-Lai CHEN, Wen-Hsiang CHENG
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Publication number: 20180057127Abstract: A system for underwater remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and wirelessly controlled subsystems is provided. The system comprises an ROV and a subsystem mounted to the ROV. The ROV includes a microcontroller, a main battery, and a transmitter-receiver. The subsystem includes a controller and a transmitter-receiver. The ROV is configured to communicate wirelessly with the subsystem via signals transmitted between the ROV transmitter-receiver and the subsystem transmitter-receiver. The system can further comprise a control center having a transmitter-receiver configured to communicate wirelessly with the ROV transmitter-receiver and the subsystem transmitter-receiver. The system can further comprise at least one relay module configured to relay signals between the transmitter-receivers of the system. The ROV of the system can also be configured to wirelessly transfer power from the main battery to the power source of the subsystem, such as by resonance coupling.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Hassane Trigui, Sahejad Patel, Ali Outa, Ayman Amer, Fadl Abdellatif, Ameen Obedan
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Publication number: 20180057128Abstract: There is provided a system for towed underwater recreational sightseeing.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: DAVID DOWLING
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Publication number: 20180057129Abstract: A rotating machine with a fluid rotor comprises a set of blades (4) mounted on arms (2) rotating about a main axis (1) of the rotor, the rotor being held by a support structure (5) in an orientation such that said axis (1) is essentially perpendicular to the direction of the flow of fluid, each blade (4) being mounted pivoting about a respective axis of rotation (3) parallel to the main axis (1), the machine comprising a linkage (13, 7, 14) for generating a relative rotational movement of each blade (4) relative to the arm (2) of same at the axis of rotation (3) thereof, in order to thus vary the tilt of the blade relative to the flow of fluid in an angular range. According to the invention, the machine comprises means for collectively modifying the geometry of the linkages (13, 7, 14) from a movement generated at the main axis of the rotor in order to vary the amplitude of the angular range.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2015Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Arnaud CURUTCHET
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Publication number: 20180057130Abstract: In at least one embodiment the present invention provides an improved mounting and actuation device having a mounting body defining a stowage cavity and an actuation arm operable for movement from a first stowed position to a second actuated position, the actuation arm operably connected to the mounting body at a first proximal end and having a second distal end having a mounting surface adapted to receive an accessory wherein the actuation arm is received in the stowage cavity in the first stowed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 18, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: SIDESHIFT INC.Inventors: Mark Houle, Robert Griffin, Norman Boulard
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Publication number: 20180057131Abstract: A wind sensor, such as a sonic anemometer, may be utilized to cause a trolling motor to activate to propel a watercraft toward a virtual anchor location, route, or destination, in response to detection of an occurrence or wind. In some instances, the trolling motor may be steered to a direction opposite a wind direction when activated. The trolling motor may also be oriented to a corrective direction based on a comparison of a current location to the virtual anchor location, route, or destination. Propelling the watercraft may also include determining a propulsion correction based on wind speed, wind direction, and/or watercraft characteristics. Depending on the configuration, the wind sensor may be integrated into the housing of the trolling motor.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Lucas Steward, Aaron Burton, Eirik Hovland
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Publication number: 20180057132Abstract: A method for controlling movement of a marine vessel near an object includes accepting a signal representing a desired movement of the marine vessel from a joystick. A sensor senses a shortest distance between the object and the marine vessel and a direction of the object with respect to the marine vessel. A controller compares the desired movement of the marine vessel with the shortest distance and the direction. Based on the comparison, the controller selects whether to command the marine propulsion system to generate thrust to achieve the desired movement, or alternatively whether to command the marine propulsion system to generate thrust to achieve a modified movement that ensures the marine vessel maintains at least a predetermined range from the object. The marine propulsion system then generates thrust to achieve the desired movement or the modified movement, as commanded.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: Brunswick CorporationInventors: Aaron J. Ward, Michael J. Lemancik
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Publication number: 20180057133Abstract: A method for controlling a speed of a marine vessel includes accelerating the marine vessel in response to a launch command. The method then includes holding the vessel speed at a desired vessel speed with a controller using feedback control. The controller phases in a derivative term of the feedback control in response to determining that the following conditions are true: (a) the vessel speed is within a given range of the desired vessel speed; and (b) an acceleration rate of the marine vessel is less than a given value.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: Brunswick CorporationInventors: Steven J. Andrasko, Andrew J. Przybyl, Steven M. Anschuetz
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Publication number: 20180057134Abstract: An outboard motor includes an engine having an output portion. A lower gear mechanism drives a propeller disposed below the engine. A transmission includes an input shaft that transmits power from the output portion to the transmission. An output shaft transmits power from the transmission to the lower gear mechanism. A reverse idler shaft is parallel to an intermediate shaft. A forward clutch is disposed on one of the input and intermediate shafts and connects and disconnects power from the input shaft to the intermediate shaft. A reverse clutch is disposed on the intermediate shaft and connects and disconnects power transmission from the input shaft to the intermediate shaft. Power of the input shaft is transmitted to the output shaft via the forward clutch and the intermediate shaft and is transmitted to the output shaft via the reverse idler shaft, the reverse clutch, and the intermediate shaft.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Tomoyuki EBIHARA
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Publication number: 20180057135Abstract: A self-righting aeronautical vehicle comprising a hollowed frame and a lift mechanism. The exterior of the frame and center of gravity are adapted to self-right the vehicle. The frame can include sealed, hollowed sections for use in bodies of water. The frame can be spherical in shape enabling inspection of internal surface of partially or fully enclosed structures. Inspection equipment can be integrated into the vehicle and acquired data can be stored or wireles sly communicated to a server. A controlled or other mass can be pivotally assembled to a pivot axle spanning across the interior of the frame. The pivot axis can rotate about a vertical axis (an axis perpendicular to the elongated axis). The propulsion mechanisms can be adapted for use as a terrestrial vehicle when enclosed in a sealed spherical shell.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 8, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Gaofei YAN, James Dees
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Publication number: 20180057136Abstract: Remote control aircraft may benefit from airframes with components that are easy to connect and disconnect. For example, during repair, storage, or transport, it is beneficial to disconnect a wing from a fuselage of a remote controlled aircraft. Systems and methods for connecting and disconnecting airframe components are described herein. For example, a snap-fit mechanism is used in some instances to provide a solid connection during operation or flight, and also to quickly and easily disconnect components at various times, such as during repair, storage, or transport. The snap-fit mechanism allows for a quick disconnect without the use of tools and without causing any loose parts.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: James Haley, Mike McConville, Aaron Shell, Chris Huhn, Dustin Buescher
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Publication number: 20180057137Abstract: A method for wing-to-fuselage integration is disclosed. The method includes attaching a fitting to a wing box assembly of an aircraft at an early stage of integration and then attaching the fitting to a stub beam attached to a fuselage panel of the aircraft at a later stage of integration. The fitting eliminates the need to attach the stub beam directly to the wing box assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 25, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Charles B. Lockin, Marcus A. Erickson, Oladele A. Adedeji, Kevin R. Puzey
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Publication number: 20180057138Abstract: An aircraft includes a fuselage, a cabin surface, and a first chamber. The cabin surface is disposed within the fuselage and defines a first aperture and at least part of a cabin air mass having a first acoustic mode. The first chamber is acoustically coupled with the aperture and has a length that is one quarter of a wavelength of sound at the first acoustic mode.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Tongan Wang, Michael Brinley, Paul Conti
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Publication number: 20180057139Abstract: An aviation laminate includes a plurality of wooden elements, and an adhesive disposed between the plurality of wooden elements, wherein the adhesive includes a thermal filler, wherein the thermal filler is at least one of graphene, hexagonal boron nitride and intumescent powder.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Chana Kesava Reddy, Ashish Kumar Agarwal, Christopher L. Chapman, Satya Swaroop Panda
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Publication number: 20180057140Abstract: A thermal expansion joint is disclosed. In one non-limiting example the thermal expansion joint includes a bottom portion extending between a support structure and a trailing edge and the support structure is positioned proximate to a heat source. Furthermore, the thermal expansion joint includes a side portion. In some embodiments, the thermal expansion joint includes an overlapping portion coupled to the bottom portion and extending from a flange portion towards the side portion. Moreover, the overlapping portion overlays and is biased against the side portion to enable thermal expansion during heating by extending towards the flange portion and sliding along a top surface of the side portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Thomas J. Connelly, Linda M. Li
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Publication number: 20180057141Abstract: An airfoil body may include a plurality of tubercles along a leading edge of the airfoil body and a plurality of crenulations along a trailing edge of the airfoil body, wherein at least one of a position, a size, and a shape of the plurality of tubercles and the plurality of crenulations varies in a non-periodic fashion. The non-periodic fashion may be according to a Fibonacci function and may mimic the configuration of a pectoral fin of a humpback whale. The tubercles and crenulations may be defined with respect to a pivot point. The spanwise profile, including the max chord trailing edge curvature, may closely follow divine spirals and related Fibonacci proportions. The spanwise chord thickness may vary in a nonlinear pattern. Related methods are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: David E. Shormann
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Publication number: 20180057142Abstract: A wing includes a wing box including interconnected spars, an interior system installed within the wing box, an opposed pair of skins fastened to and covering the wing box, wherein one of the skins closes out the wing, and a plurality of fastening systems configured to fasten the skins to the spars and provide protection from electromagnetic effects, wherein each one of the fastening systems includes a threaded fastener, a nut plate including a body and a cover, and a nut enclosed within the nut plate between the body and the cover, wherein the nut is restricted from rotation within the nut plate about a nut plate axis and is free to move linearly within the nut plate orthogonal to the nut plate axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Jeffrey A. Wilkerson
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Publication number: 20180057143Abstract: An airfoil extension for a wing of an aircraft, the airfoil extension including an upper surface wall and a lower surface wall, the upper surface wall and the lower surface wall defining between them a profile of the airfoil extension. A structural reinforcement is disposed along the leading edge of the airfoil extension. The profile of the airfoil is configured to be modified in response to flight conditions (e.g., aerodynamic pressures acting on the upper surface wall and the lower surface wall) experienced by, on, and/or at the airfoil extension.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Pascal JULE
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Publication number: 20180057144Abstract: A wing arrangement for an aircraft including a latching arrangement (29, 29?, 29?) having a latching member (31, 31?, 31?) and an engagement device (33), wherein the latching member (31, 31?, 31?) is fixed to a wing tip section (13), and the engagement device (33) has a base member (35) on a wing base section (7) and has an abutment surface (43), and an engagement member (45, 45?, 63) supported on the base section (7) and moves between a release position and a latching position by an actuator (49, 49?) coupled to the engagement member (45, 45?, 63) and the base section (7), wherein when the tip section (13) is in the deployed position, the latching member (31, 31?, 31?) abuts the abutment surface (43) and the engagement member (45, 45?, 63) can move between the release position and the latching position, wherein when the latching member (31, 31?, 31?) abuts the abutment surface (43) and the engagement member (45, 45?, 63) is in the latching position, the engagement member (45, 45?, 63) abuts on a surface sectType: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Christian LORENZ
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Publication number: 20180057145Abstract: Disclosed here are systems for detachable airframe components including detachable nose cones, propeller assemblies and motors. In some example embodiments, the assemblies include a nose cone with a connection receiver, a motor assembly with a rotatable section, where the rotatable section includes torque arms configured to secure with the nose cone connection receiver, and a propeller assembly, configured to connect to the nose cone.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Thomas Skyler SARTORIUS
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Publication number: 20180057146Abstract: A propeller pitch control actuation system includes a relatively lightweight, relatively inexpensive means for selectively preventing the propeller pitch control actuator from commanding reverse pitch positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.Inventors: Paul W. Futa, JR., Dugan Shelby, Martin Dutka, Brad McRoberts
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Publication number: 20180057147Abstract: An aircraft hand controller is disclosed. The hand controller includes a set of finger controls on a single hand grip structure, the set of finger controls including a first finger control configured to control throttle of the aircraft and a second finger control, separate from the first, configured to control rotation about a first rotational axis of the aircraft.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventor: Joseph Roop