Abstract: A skateboard that includes a board (12) with an upper part (30) and a lower part (34), wheel supports (14), as well as elements (28) for orientation of the wheel supports (14), whereby the elements (28) for orientation include a pin (52) whose tip (54) is housed in a recess so as to create a connection that is essentially equivalent to a ball joint; the skateboard is characterized in that in its lower part (34), it includes receiving elements (58) that are manufactured with the board (12) and are able to accommodate each wheel support (14).

Abstract: A vehicle includes a deck, an aft running gear attached to the deck, a steering assembly, a flexible joint attaching the steering assembly to the deck, such that the steering assembly is pivotable about the flexible joint with respect to the deck between a rider-standing mode and a rider-sitting mode, and a brake assembly attached to the deck.

Abstract: A scooter includes a board for supporting the user thereof, at least one wheel assembly mounted on the board for facilitating movement and transportation of the board, and a braking system operable in a first mode that engages with and imparts a braking force to the at least one wheel assembly for stopping the scooter, and in a second mode that is subject to a force and is caused to disengage from the at least one wheel assembly for allowing the scooter to be moved without being subject to any braking force.

Abstract: The present invention is directed towards a wheeled crutch that supports an injured human lower limb with the injured limb extended towards the front of the user. The wheeled crutch comprises a seat attached to a seat support, and a wheeled base with at least three legs. A lower limb support and foot rest allow the user to rehabilitate the injured lower limb while remaining ambulatory.

Abstract: A motorized skateboard (10) having an electric motor (102) that rotates a rear fifth drive wheel (86) that extends behind the rear truck (36) of the motorized skateboard (10). The drive wheel (86), which is biased downward by the force of gravity, interfaces with the surface of the ground. A hand-held cable assembly (140) having a power switch (142) controls the operation of the electric motor (102) which applies power to and causes the rear drive wheel (86) to rotate. The rotating drive wheel (86) further causes the motorized skateboard (10) to be propelled forward. The forward motion will continue as long as the rider depresses the power switch (142).

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a board capable of voluntary forward movement. The board comprises: a pair of front and rear boards, each of which is integrated with a connecting step formed on its lower surface and has a connecting hole formed within the connecting step; a connecting assembly including a connecting pipe inserted into the connecting holes, fixing blocks rotatably coupled to both ends of the connecting pipe to integrally connect the front board and the rear board, each of the fixing blocks having a track groove, and coupling pins inserted into the track grooves through the connecting pipe to be in association with the connecting pipe so that the front and rear boards are rotated within limited angle ranges corresponding to predetermined widths of the track grooves; and voluntary advancement assemblies.

Abstract: A mobility device includes at least a first front leg and at least a first rear leg connected to the first front leg connected to the first front leg. The first rear leg includes an upper member having a first end a second end and a lower member having a first end and a second end. The first end of the upper member is pivotally connected to the first end of the lower member, and the lower member is preferably pivotal between an extended use position and a folded storage position.

Abstract: This invention relates to a folding structure for carrier's handlebar, wherein it essentially comprises: a first joint (2) fixed in the front end of a carrier body (1) and having positioning teeth (25) formed on the sidewall in the interior thereof, and a second joint (3) pivotally provided in the first joint (2); a rail block (33) being fixed in the interior of the second joint (3), the rail block (33) being formed with a sliding rail (331), a slider (34) being formed in the sliding rail (331), occluding teeth (341) being formed on the bottom end of the slider (34) to mesh with the positioning teeth (25) of the first joint (2), a wire body (35) and an elastic member (36) being provided on the top end of the slider (34), and a dragon head handlebar (12) being provided on the second joint (3). In this manner, it is convenient for user to adjust the angle of the dragon head handlebar.

Abstract: Walkers whose handgrips permit users to maintain a generally upright posture while walking with the walker. The handgrips are oriented vertically instead of horizontally and are positioned on the walker such that when the walker and the user are standing on a surface, the user's forearm is angled slightly downward and the vertical grip has an angle which is substantially the same as the angle of the user's hand as determined by the downward angle of the user's forearm.

Abstract: A drift scooter comprising a longitudinal frame including opposed leading and trailing end portions. A steering assembly is pivotably disposed on the leading end portion and includes a transverse member with two wheels rotatably supported on opposite ends of the transverse member. A stem is fixed in perpendicular orientation relative to the transverse member and a handlebar is connected to the stem. A rear wheel assembly is pivotably disposed on the trailing end portion, wherein the wheel assembly pivots about an upwardly extending pivot axis. The rear wheel assembly is preferably biased toward a centered position, aligned with a centerline of the frame. A resilient member is connected between the frame and a leading portion of the caster. The resilient member may be in the form of an extension spring. Means for adjusting the tension of the extension spring may also be included.

Abstract: A wheel guard insert for use in reducing the axial gap between a wheel and its associated support structure. Generally, the wheel guard comprises a base portion attachable to the support structure between the support structure and the wheel and one or a pair of protrusions extending between the base portion and a contoured surface that substantially matches an axial face contour of the wheel. The base portion and the protrusion may be integrally formed from a plastic material, rubber, or sheet metal. The base portion may also be contoured so that it follows a surface of the support structure. Preferably, the contoured surface is located within 5 mm of the axial face. The base portion may be attached to the support structure with fasteners that engage apertures formed through the base portion that are sized and configured to receive the fastener.

Abstract: This utility model relates to a bubble-generating scooter for children, comprising: a footrest assembly, a handle assembly and wheels, and further comprising a bubble-generating device mounted on the scooter. Connecting posts are provided to the housing of the bubble-generating device. The bubble-generating device is connected to the footrest carrier through the connecting posts and self-tapping screws. The bubble-generating scooter for children of this utility model can generate bubbles continuously when a child rides the scooter, thereby adding fun to the riding of this scooter.

Abstract: A three wheeled off road sports board provides a rider with the experience of snowboarding while traveling on dirt, gravel or other coarse surfaces, the sports board supplying a platform, a wheel secured within a cutout portion in the front of the board, and two rear wheels upon a common axle, with the rear end of the board providing an upward angled rear end with an adjustable lower braking apparatus to slow the rider and also to assist the rider in stopping, slowing or turning.

Abstract: A mobility assistance apparatus having an elongated frame. The elongated frame includes a pair of disparate sized wheels coupled to each end of an elongated frame. A pivoting joint is provided longitudinally in the elongated frame which allows the second wheel to track the first wheel in a lateral arc about the along a longitudinal centerline of the first wheel.

Abstract: A skate board (1) of the type including a riding platform (2) having a leading end and a trailing end and an undercarriage (3) formed by front and rear bogies which support said platform; wherein the platform and undercarriage mutually co-operate to allow relative movement. The platform has a peripheral edge (5) in which there is/are embedded a wear means (4); wherein, the wear means provides reinforcing and contributes to wear resistance of said surface of said platform.

Abstract: An application for a device for human conveyance includes a front wheel and a rear wheel. The rear wheel interfaced to a sprocket through a ratchet drive system which allows forward rotation of the rear wheel in response to forward rotation of the sprocket and allows free backward rotation of the sprocket. A frame interfaces the front wheel to the rear wheel keeping the front wheel at a constant distance from the rear wheel. The front and rear wheels are rotatably interfaced to the frame. A front end of an arc-shaped spring is affixed to the frame in proximity to the front wheel and a rear end of the arc-shaped spring has a sprocket gear interfaced to the sprocket whereas depression of the arc-shaped spring pushes the rear-end of the arc-shaped spring in a rearward direction with respect to the rear wheel and the sprocket gear turns the sprocket in a forward rotational direction.

Abstract: A skateboard having extra sets of gears compared to a regular skateboard and also has a lower support platform is provided. When an individual jumps on the skateboard, the support platform and extra gears cause the skateboard to automatically travel forward due to the interaction between the support platform, the extra gears, and the existing wheels on the skateboard.

Abstract: A scooter features a top tube attached to the top portion of a steering column and handlebars having handgrips and stems, with the stems sized to be received within the open ends of the top tube when in a use configuration. A handlebar holder housing covers a top portion of the steering column and a portion of the top tube and includes holding bores sized to receive the handlebar stems when the handlebars are in a storage configuration. The handlebar stems are provided with spring pins that engage use apertures and storage apertures formed in the top tube and housing, respectively, when in the handlebars are in the use and storage configurations. A cord passes through the top tube and is fastened to the handlebars. The handlebar holder housing includes cord slots in communication with the holding bores and receive the cord when the first and second handlebars are in the storage configuration.

Abstract: A foot propelled scooter includes a board having arranged to receive the feet of a rider placed on the board with one foot in advance of the other along the board and a wider section at the center than at the ends. A pair of wheels is located underneath the board across the center for supporting the board in rolling movement over a surface. A hand grip member is fixed to the board and stands upwardly from the board at one end and at the other end is provided an additional wheel mounted for steering movement by a foot engaging member which projects longitudinally outwardly from one end of the board with a foot pad with upstanding side walls for receiving and locating the foot. In another version, there are three wheels arranged along the center with a middle one of the wheels lower than the others. The board can be separated into two wheeled sections each for a respective foot of the rider.

Abstract: A skater includes a boarding part twistable about a longitudinal axis. When the boarding part is twisted, a swivel caster is rotated about the longitudinal axis. The swivel caster is attached to the underside of the rear part of the boarding part with a swiveling axis inclined in a traveling direction. The rotation of the swivel caster can turn the boarding part to the right or the left or achieve a desired driving force for the skater.

Abstract: The invention is an Enhanced Patient Mobility Apparatus for use by ambulatory or recovering patients. The Enhanced Mobility Apparatus is fabricated from sturdy tubular material and has a lower U-shaped base frame member mounted on casters with an upwardly extending mid frame member and two vertical supports attached thereto and each also attached at its lower extremity to the lower U-shaped base frame member. The U-shaped base frame member, the mid frame member and the two vertical supports define a walking space for the patient with provision for the possibility of the patient also being able to move about with oxygen tanks, a patient intravenous drip apparatus and other medical devices and apparatus which must be transported by an ambulatory patient.

Abstract: A manual-swinging scooter includes a steering stem with a handle, a fixture extending therefrom, two main frames with treadles outwardly extending from the fixture, and a wheel assembly connected to the fixture and the main frames, respectively. A swingable assembly pivotally disposed between each main frame and frame wheel has a support seat vertically coupled to the main frame, a base with a bevel surface inclinably disposed on the support seat, a rotary shaft pivoting to the support seat, a connecting shaft respectively engaged with the rotary shaft and the frame wheel, and a brace disposed on the connecting shaft for slidably propping against the bevel surface and for the connecting shaft to swing relative to the bevel surface.

Abstract: A scooter device propelled by side to side movement of a user that includes a frame structure through which at least a front wheel is coupled to two direction biased rear wheels. The frame structure may have a foot placement platform that extends laterally between the two rear wheels. The platform may extend over half of the distance between the rear wheels and/or be substantially continuous for that distance. Various platform embodiments and frame structures, including rigid and flexible, are disclosed, among other aspects.

Abstract: A self-propelled vehicle comprising a scooter (10; 10a; 10b), which comprises at least one illumination means (16; 16a; 16b) and switch means (10; 100a; 100b) for controlling the at least one illumination means (16; 16a; 16b), wherein the switch means (100; 100a; 100b) is audio or acoustically activated, such as, by an ambient voice, vocal or musical signal. The switch means (100; 100a; 100b) comprises an audio detection means (105; 105a; 105b) optionally provided on or under a platform (12; 12a; 12b) of the scooter (10; 10a; 10b). The illumination means (16; 16a; 16b) are provided on the platform (12; 12a; 12b). There is also optionally provided at least one audio device (150b), such as a digital audio file player which can be detachably attached to the scooter (10b), e.g. handlebars (130b) thereof.

Abstract: A self-propelled or foot-propelled vehicle comprising a scooter, particularly a collapsible microscooter, having a plurality of interchangeable wheels. Means for changing the wheels having a front fork and a rear fork, and front and rear axle means. A distance or height from handlebars to a footplate or deck of the scooter is less than 50 cm or 19½ inches (49.53 cm).

Abstract: A vehicle includes a deck, an aft running gear attached to the deck, a steering assembly, a flexible joint attaching the steering assembly to the deck, such that the steering assembly is pivotable about the flexible joint with respect to the deck between a rider-standing mode and a rider-sitting mode, and a brake assembly attached to the deck.

Abstract: A person rides the Tri-Axial Control Device standing on pedal assemblies. The pedal assemblies are attached to a control axial member thus forming the Tri-Axial Control Device. The control axial member on the vertical stick, can rotate fore and aft, and turns the front skis and/or wheels. Changing the angle of the vertical stick side-to-side changes the pedal angle. If the rider falls forward the front stick can rotate away. Various torsion controls rod assemblies and pedal assemblies can be utilized to create a unique tri axial device. The device can be folded, is lightweight and can be manufactured without welding. No special equipment or training is required to operate the device. In addition to its entertainment uses, the mounting device for portable electronics can also be used for added safety by adding a global positioning system or other electronic signal device, allowing safety personnel to locate the rider.

Abstract: A wheeled article carrier is operational in either one of two conditions. A frame with a horizontal base is supported by three or four wheels with a vertical member upstanding from the base. A receptacle may be attached to the frame. A telescoping handle extends above the frame. The frame may be pulled by the handle to roll on two of the wheels. A foot board is retracted to lie securely along the vertical member. In the second condition, the carrier becomes a scooter, with the foot board extending horizontally from the base, with two of the wheels supporting the distal end of the board and the proximal end of the board fixed to the base and supported by the one or two other wheels attached to the base. A steering mechanism connects the one or two wheels on the base to the handle so that the rider may steer the scooter.

Abstract: A golf bag for carrying a plurality of golf clubs in an organized fashion, comprising an elongated rigid or soft-sided container having a plurality of compartmentalized golf club receiving holes positioned partially around the perimeter of the top for holding the various golf clubs. A storage area comprised of a series of drawers or storage compartments are arranged vertically along one side of the golf bag wherein the golf club receiving compartments are positioned partially around the perimeter of the storage area. A pair of extendable stand-to legs and optional extensible handle and dolly may be further integrated into the design. A cart (either powered or manually pulled) may be securely attached to the bottom of the golf bag, wherein the drive means and battery are received within a central raised portion of the cart, complementary to a recess on the bottom of the golf bag.

Abstract: A skateboard deck is formed of several layers pressed and bonded together. Apertures are formed through the bottom-most layers, and impact support members are arranged within the apertures. The impact support members are more rigid than the other portions of the skateboard deck, and provide localized impact support while allowing the remaining layers of the deck to retain their performance characteristics and feel while strengthening the most vulnerable areas of the deck.

Abstract: The present invention provides a scooter with driving mechanism comprising a scooter assembly and at least a driving mechanism, wherein the scooter assembly has a treadle and a rear wheel; the driving mechanism comprises a reset device and a transmission device, which has an irreversible transmission unit and a passively driven gear, wherein the passively driven gear is driven by the driving gear in meshed manner to drive the irreversible transmission unit in relay way, the irreversible transmission unit, which is connected to the rear wheel, is served to drive the rear wheel to rotate in single direction. Thus, by means of the treading and releasing actions with the treadle, the scooter can be driven smoothly with benefits in not only the risk of tumbling down accident being avoided but also the effects in energy-saving and environmental protection being achieved.

Abstract: An inter-convertible single person type transporting aid (10) comprises a multi directionally propellable wheeled carrier frame (12) that is fitted with drive wheels (14) that are independently drivable via motors (16) and situated to enable aid central axis turning. The frame (12) is constituted from an upper frame part (20) displaceably mounted to a wheeled base frame (22) fitted at its outer corners with castors (24). The upper frame part (20) is biased in the direction of arrow (30) relative to the base frame (22). The aid (10) is re-arrangeable into a walk supporter or walker (38), a sitting transporter and a standing transporter by the removable fitting of a seat and a standing platform respectively.

Abstract: A scooter with a combination front fender and brake includes a frame, front and rear wheels mounted to the frame for rotation, a front fork assembly rotatable by a rider to steer the scooter, a pivot in the front fork assembly, a fender mounted for rotation on the pivot and a brake control lever assembly for causing the fender to rotate into contact with the front wheel to cause a braking action.

Abstract: The convertible scooterbag includes a frame, a deployable deck with a rear wheel assembly, a handle assembly, front wheel assemblies and a bag assembly. The deck is attached to the frame in a manner that allows for generally pivotal movement between a stowed position and a use position, thereby allowing the scooterbag to be used in at least three different modes including a conventional wheeled bag, a stable tow-behind bag and as a scooter with an associated bag assembly or other receptacle.

Abstract: A wheeled vehicle system for operation on a ground surface. The wheeled vehicle system includes a first wheeled vehicle and a second wheeled vehicle, each of which may be scooter-like vehicles. Each wheeled vehicle includes a frame, a rear wheel and a steerable front wheel rotatably mounted in a common plane on the frame to contact the ground surface, an elongate steering member extending generally upwardly from the frame for steering of the front wheel, the elongate steering member defining and rotatable about an axis of rotation. A handle member extends transversely from the elongate steering member for rotation of the elongate steering member. The handle member of the first wheeled vehicle is connected to the handle member of the second wheeled vehicle. An adapter system is also described which facilitates connection of the wheeled vehicles.

Abstract: A scooter having a marking device that is movable from a first position, in which the marking device does not contact the surface on which the scooter is being operated, and a second position, in which the marking device contacts the surface on which the scooter is being operated. The scooter includes a scooter body which rotatably supports the marking assembly. The marking assembly includes a marking portion which creates markings on a riding surface when in frictional contact with the riding surface. The marking assembly also includes a foot actuation portion which is accessible to the user and allows the user to activate the marking assembly while riding. In one arrangement, the marking portion includes a removable cartridge with marking elements that create markings on the riding surface when in frictional contact with the riding surface.

Abstract: A scooter having an approximately U-shaped frame between the arms and of which, a footboard is provided. The free space between footboard and the arms is big enough that sufficient room is left for the pushing foot. At the rear ends of the frame arms, the wheels are mounted while the steering bar with the steering wheel is provided at the front end of the frame.

Abstract: A vehicle has a footboard 116 with side edge channels 130, each housing a rod or tube 112 forming illumination. The rods or tubes are connected to power means that include a battery or dynamo. Each rod or tube can include a transparent or translucent polymeric sheath for a series of LEDs. A switch provides on/off control and can provide different modes of illumination of the LEDs. The vehicle can be a foldable micro-scooter.

Abstract: A seatless, multiple-wheel glide-type walker (10) is provided which has a frame (12) equipped with an offset foot plate (18) oriented for placement of a user's foot thereon in order to support substantially the entire weight of the user. The user's free foot can then be used to propel the walker (10) forwardly along a support surface (16). Rearmost outriggers (80, 82) secured to the frame (12) prevent inadvertent rear overturning of the walker (10). In practice, the user stands with one foot on the foot plate (18) and periodically pushes the walker (10) forwardly using the other foot, all while the user maintains a substantially erect position.

Abstract: A coaxial two-wheel vehicle is provided. The coaxial two-wheel vehicle includes a step plate for a rider to ride on; a vehicle body supporting the step plate to be capable of changing a posture in a roll direction of rotating around a roll axis as the center when a traveling direction is set to the roll axis; and a pair of wheels disposed on the same axis at both sides of the vehicle body in a direction orthogonal to the traveling direction and rotatably supported by the vehicle body. Further, the coaxial two-wheel vehicle includes a pair of wheel drivers driving and rotating the pair of wheels independently and a control lever directly changing a posture of the step plate or indirectly changing the posture through the vehicle body.

Abstract: A multiple tube, multiple lights effects neon or fluorescent lighting system for a skateboard produces a variety of controlled light effects and combinations. A pair of high strength colored protective transparent elongated casings house the light tubes. The casings are removably attached in a highly visible position on the side edges of a skateboard or under the skateboard adjacent to the side edges. The casings are secured by industrial strength mating hook and loop fasteners.

Abstract: A scooter having a spark generating device that is movable from a first position, in which the spark generating device does not contact the surface on which the scooter is being operated, and a second position, in which the spark generating device contacts the surface on which the scooter is being operated. The scooter includes a scooter body which rotatably supports the spark assembly. The spark assembly includes a spark portion which creates sparks when in frictional contact with a riding surface. The spark assembly also includes a foot actuation portion which is accessible to the user and allows the user to activate the spark assembly while riding. In one arrangement, the spark portion includes a removable cartridge with spark elements that emit sparks when in frictional contact with a riding surface.

Abstract: An improved wheeled vehicle includes a platform adapted and constructed to support an operator of the vehicle. A plurality of wheels support the vehicle for movement on a surface, the plurality of wheels including at least one front wheel adapted and constructed to steer the vehicle, and at least one rear wheel adapted to be driven to impart motion to the vehicle. A handlebar assembly is connected to at least one of the wheels of the vehicle. The handlebar assembly provides directional control of the vehicle, and extends toward the rear of the platform. A motorized drive mechanism is connected to at least one of the wheels, whereby actuation of the drive mechanism causes the vehicle to move along a surface. A control mechanism actuated by the foot of a user includes at least one pedal, and is used to accelerate and decelerate the vehicle.

Abstract: A stabilizer includes a base and a shaft rotatively mounted to the base. An arm attached to the shaft is able to swing about the axis of rotation defined by the shaft in response to centrifugal force. In one possible application, the stabilizer can be incorporated into a vehicle. The vehicle includes a first frame and a second frame pivotally connected to the first frame, wherein the frames pivot with respect to one another about an axis of rotation. The second frame includes an outwardly extending support arm having a seat mounted thereon. The arm swings in response to centrifugal force so as to laterally displace the seat relative to the first frame. In one aspect, the seat is located below the axis of rotation.

Abstract: A scooter device propelled by side to side movement of a user that includes a frame structure through which at least a front wheel is coupled to two direction biased rear wheels. The frame structure may have a foot placement platform that extends laterally between the two rear wheels. The platform may extend over half of the distance between the rear wheels and/or be substantially continuous for that distance. Various platform embodiments and frame structures, including rigid and flexible, are disclosed, among other aspects.

Abstract: A scooter is presented which allows the rider to maintain a secure forward facing stance with both feet parallel to the direction of travel and a combined center of gravity of both rider and scooter centrally between the front and rear wheel irrespective of the vertical tilt of the scooter. The scooter comprises a frame with high torsional strength, suitable for attaching an adjustable footrest thereto. The footrest may comprise two pedals, one on each side of the frame, or a footboard sufficiently wide to allow the rider to place both feet parallel to the direction of travel thereon. The longitudinal position of the pedals or footboard may be adjustable by selectively attaching the pedals or footboard to one of two or more attachment features at the frame.

Abstract: Brake assemblies, and scooters and skateboards incorporating the same. The brake assemblies include an actuator that is positioned rearward of the body of the scooter or skateboard and includes a brake member that is selectively pivoted or otherwise moved into braking contact with a rear wheel assembly responsive to rider-applied braking inputs to the actuator. In some embodiments, the rear wheel assembly includes a truck with a chassis that is pivotally coupled to the body and to which the rear wheels are rotatably mounted. In some embodiments, the brake member is adapted to apply braking forces to a ground-contacting surface of at least one of the rear wheels responsive to braking inputs applied by a rider to the actuator. In some embodiments, the brake assembly is configured to maintain its orientation relative to the rear wheel regardless of the pivotal orientation of the body relative to the chassis.

Abstract: This invention would significantly improve the ease of riding a snowboard on ski lifts where typically one foot must remain unbound to push off with. The invention allows for control of the board specifically through the diversion of the gravitational force of weight of the rider through forces of tension, elasticity, and leverage. The diversion of these forces allows the rider to steer roughly in the same manner as if their foot was bound.

Abstract: A skateboard that may be easily assembled and disassembled without tools for portability comprises a multiple section deck having one or more mounting mechanisms thereon that are configured for releasably mounting a truck mounting assembly thereto so as to join two deck sections together. The truck mounting assembly has a standard truck assembly and a truck mount attached or integral therewith. The truck mount is configured to engage the mounting mechanism. A securing mechanism secures the truck mounting assembly to the deck to provide an assembled skateboard suitable for riding. In a preferred embodiment, the truck mount has a mounting cavity for receiving a truck mount connector therein and an outwardly extending member configured to engage a securing assembly attached to the deck. The skateboard is made out of lightweight materials and with disassemblable components so it may be easily carried in a backpack or other carrying case.

Abstract: A method of propelling a wheeled platform, which includes creating a source of energy upon a first change in orientation of the platform around an axis approximately parallel to a longitudinal axis of the platform and wherein the platform rotates around the axis. The source of energy is stored and released to propel the wheeled platform upon a second change in orientation of the platform around the axis.