Abstract: A riding simulation apparatus comprises a color picture image signal generating apparatus for outputting video image information of a forward field of view of the rider and video image information of the rear of the rider, a display apparatus for receiving the video image information outputted from the color picture image signal generating apparatus, masking a picture image based on the video image information of the rear of the rider and reflecting a video image based on the image information of the forward field of view of the rider on a flat screen provided at a position forwardly of the rider, and a pair of left and right liquid crystal television sets provided at the positions of back mirrors of the simulation motorcycle for receiving the video image information of the rear of the rider and displaying a picture image based on the video image information of the rear of the rider.

Abstract: A drive simulation apparatus is provided with a base, a driving compartment body, a seat, a steering wheel, a non-motorized turning mechanism, road terrain display mechanism and a body vibrating mechanism. The driving compartment body is rotatably provided mounted on the base. The seat accommodates a player and is attached to and rotatable with the body. The steering wheel is rotatably mounted to the body. The non-motorized turning mechanism turns the body with respect to the base when the steering wheel is turned with respect to the body. The road terrain display mechanism displays moving road terrain. The body vibrating mechanism vibrates the body.

Abstract: A bicycle simulator having a follower assembly, a wheelie assembly and power assistance resistance means. A motorcycle simulator having a coupler, a slew generator and a throttle handle. The bicycle and motorcycle simulators having a computer, motors, sensors, controls, and a video display.

Abstract: A simple, low cost, reduced tolerance interconnect enclosure in which a blind m A siVpV:interconnect between modules and the backplane may be guaranteed without the need for assembly fixtures or floating connectors, and a method of manufacturing the enclosure. The enclosure includes two matching enclosure sections for holding a backplane. The backplane has spaced apart recesses on opposing edges. Each enclosure section includes alignment protrusions spaced apart to engage the backplane recesses. These protrusions have curved apex regions and a height greater than the depth of the backplane recesses. Means for latching the enclosure sections together are provided, and the enclosure sections are dimensioned such that when the enclosure sections are closed around the backplane, the protrusions from the enclosure sections are urged against the recesses on the backplane.

Abstract: A system for simulating bicycle riding which incorporates a conventionally-appearing bicycle physically maneuverable by a system user. Front and rear bicycle wheels are provided solely for visual authenticity. The simulating system provides electrical communication between mechanical maneuvering of the bicycle and a video display to visually reflect changes in speed and bicycle position on a variable-terrain track in response to pedaling, braking and steering changes by the user. Specifically, the system permits simultaneous lateral displacement and leaning of the bicycle away from the vertical plane to simulate travel about a curve. The system also permits rotation in a vertical plane about a pivot point proximate to the rear bicycle tire to simulate "wheelie" motion. These changes are monitored by sensors which transmit information to a computer which, in turn, correspondingly adjusts the position of an animated bicycle on the track using computer animation made possible by a unique bicycle model program.

Abstract: A riding simulation system of motorcycle provides at least a model motorcycle on which a person can ride and which can be operated by a person. In response to the operation and movement of the person who rides on the model motorcycle, the model motorcycle is moved by a movable mechanism in a desirable direction such as a yawing direction, a rolling direction and a pitching direction. Preferably, the moving image such as the scenery which is seen from the running motorcycle is displayed in front of the person who rides on the model motorcycle. Such moving image is varied in response to the driving condition of the model motorcycle.

Abstract: A bicycle trainer has a horizontal frame. Pivotal hub capturing supports are attached to the frame. A bicycle wheel hub is situated between the supports where opposed hub capturing structure attaches to the hub and holds the wheel secure and upright. At least one of the supports has a quick release for capturing the hub. The quick release has a piston with a socket for fitting around the hub. The socket on the piston is urged towards the hub by a spring biased cam having a lever attached thereto. The structure supporting the rear wheel of a bicycle may be used to support the front of the bicycle. The rear and front wheel portions may be connected by a telescoping arrangement to allow for different lengths in bicycles. The rear tire rests upon and is in frictional engagement with a roller attached to the frame. The roller is tensionable by way of a brake actuated with an easily accessible push-pull cable.

Abstract: A bicycle exercise stand is disclosed for supporting the drive wheel of a bicycle during stationary pedaling exercise. The exercise stand includes a frame and positioning mechanism provided on the frame for engaging and positioning a first drive wheel hubs. A holding mechanism is provided substantially opposite to the positioning mechanism and is moveable between extended and contracted positions. The holding mechanism is arranged to engage a second drive wheel hubs in the extended position to cooperate with the positioning mechanism to rotatably hold the drive wheel. A pedal is mounted to a lower portion of the frame and is coupled to holding mechanism for moving the holding mechanism between the extended and contracted positions. The pedal may be operated by foot in order to make it easy to mount the bicycle on the stand.

Abstract: The control device, which provides control signals to a computer simulating a vehicle being driven, includes a handle 10 which is manually rotatable about a first axis 11, the handle comprising a handlebar 16 extending outwards from the first axis on either side thereof. The handlebar includes an inner portion 17 and hand grips 18 on the ends thereof inner portion, the hand grips being slightly curved and obliquely pivoted to the respective inner portion of the handlebar in such a way that in a first disposition the hand grip is substantially aligned with the inner portion to simulate handlebars of a motor cycle, and in a second disposition the hand grips are in a position simulating a joystick of an aircraft, wherein the inner portions represent spokes and the hand grips are generally parallel to one another.

Abstract: A racing system for a group of exercise machines is disclosed. The race is entirely flexible, in that each exercise unit communicates electronically with all of the other potential racing units. Any user may offer a race, accept or reject another user's race offer, or join a race during a limited countdown period. More than one race can be underway. For cost reduction, a daisy chain hookup is used, in which each unit's microprocessor has an input port receiving message flow from the output port of the preceding unit, and an output port transmitting message flow to the input port of the following unit. The racing function is controlled by the same microprocessor which is embedded in each exercise machine as the controller for that machine, receiving commands from the user and feedback from the machine.

Abstract: A riding simulator for a cycle (1) with a supporting frame (2) with parallel, spaced riding simulation rollers (3, 4), on which front and rear wheels (5, 6) of a cycle (1) can run, is mounted in a supporting frame (2) with a crosswise rail (7) placed parallel to rollers (3, 4), with a runner (8) that is freely movable back and forth on or in the crosswise rail (7) but is positionally fixed crosswise relative to the rail (7), and a runner (8) that can be fastened by a link (9) to the frame (10) of the cycle (1) at a specific distance from the crosswise rail (7) so as to be able to swing around a horizontal pivot pin (11), and a rotating joint (12) between the runner (8) and the link (9) which allows only a rotation of link (9) relative to runner (8) around the longitudinal axis of a unit formed of the runner (8) and link (9).

Abstract: A secure but inexpensive quick release mechanism for a bicycle trainer includes a cam housing secured to a trainer support base, a cam follower that securely engages a bicycle rear axle and is slideable between opposite engagement and release positions and a rotatable cam connected to drive the cam follower between the engagement and release positions in response to rotation of the cam. The trainer further includes an adjustable fastener supported on the base on a side of a bicycle rear axle opposite the quick release mechanism and a fan mechanism coupled to be driven by a supported wheel to provide a drag that increases with wheel rotational velocity.

Abstract: A motorcycle simulator which is capable of providing six degrees of movement freedom to realistically simulate the sensory cues experienced while operating a high performance motorcycle. A helmet mounted video display system is also provided which provides a wide field of view image to enhance the simulator sensory cues.

Abstract: A motorcycle simulator which is capable of providing six degrees of movement freedom to realistically simulate the sensory cues experienced while operating a high performance motorcycle.

Abstract: A bicycle trainer has a horizontal frame. Pivotal hub capturing supports are attached to the frame. A bicycle wheel hub is situated between the supports where opposed hub capturing strucuture attaches to the hub and holds the wheel secure and upright. At least one of the supports has a quick release for capturing. The quick release has a piston with a socket for fitting around the hub. The socket on the piston is urged towards the hub by a spring biased cam having a lever attached thereto. The structure supporting the rear wheel of a bicycle may be used to support the front of the bicycle. The rear and front wheel portions may be connnected by a telescoping arrangement to allow for different lengths in bicycles. The rear tire rests upon and is in frictional engagement with a roller attached to the frame. The roller is tensionable by way of a brake actuated with an easily accessible push-pull cable.

Abstract: The disclosed stationary exercise bicycle apparatus has a bike unit, a road device unit, and a motion coordinator coupling said bike unit relative to the road device unit. The bike unit has a single wheel supported on and vertically over a non-powered substantially free-wheeling rotatable member of the road unit, and is frictionally coupled to roll on this rotatable member; and the motion coordinator pivots the bike unit frame relative to the road device at a location rearwardly spaced both from the bike unit seat and from the contact region between the wheel and rotatable member. The wheel thus transmits a force against the rotatable member that is related to the rider's weight and to the moment arm distances between the pivot mounting, seat and the contact region, making the degree of difficulty in manually pedaling the wheel automatically responsive to the rider's weight; and whereby the wheel rolling against the rotatable member transmits feedback vibrations to the seat.

Abstract: In an exercising apparatus for supporting a bicycle, a pivotally mounted member connects to a rear axle of the bike to constrain movement of the axle about the pivot point of the support member. A support roller, horizontally located on the opposite side of the rear axle relative to the pivot point supports and applies a load to the rear wheel. An inclined front wheel support means has a stiffness such that when the operator shifts his weight toward the front wheel support means, a rearward force is exerted on the rear tire.

Abstract: A bicycle trainer has a horizontal frame. Pivotal hub capturing supports are attached to the frame. A bicycle wheel hub is situated between the supports where opposed hub capturing structure attaches to the hub and holds the wheel secure and upright. At least one of the supports has a quick release for capturing the hub. The quick release has a piston with a socket for fitting around the hub. The socket on the piston is urged towards the hub by a spring biased cam having a lever attached thereto. The structure supporting the rear wheel of a bicycle may be used to support the front of the bicycle. The rear and front wheel portions may be connected by a telescoping arrangement to allow the different lengths in bicycles. The rear tire rests upon and is in frictional engagement with a roller attached to the frame. The roller is tensionable by way of a brake actuated with an easily accessible push-pull cable.

Abstract: An apparatus that simulates bicycle riding is disclosed wherein a bicycle is mounted on a rectangular structural base having two freely rotating rollers on which leading and trailing wheels of the bicycle lie. The bicycle is supported and held by a rigid rod enterable in a vertical tube disposed on the bicycle frame and the rod is mounted on a laterally sliding support in the base. Stop rollers are provided at each end of the leading roller to prevent the leading wheel of the bicycle from moving off of the roller surface.

Abstract: A conventional bicycle is mounted and restrained for exercise on a treadmill frame. A motion-coordinator system is connected to the bicycle and permits free motion of the front wheel and limited lateral tilting of the bicycle. Roller type lateral stops prevent a rider from riding off the treadmill. Irregularities in the treadmill surface provide a road surface simulation.

Abstract: A motorcycle simulator which is capable of providing six degrees of movement freedom to realistically simulate the sensory cues experienced while operating a high performance motorcycle.

Abstract: A cycle computer has a pair of push-buttons connected respectively to a mode switch and to an on/off switch. Sequential actuation of the mode switch places the computer selectively in one of a plurality of Modes including a "stop watch" mode. Alternate actuation of the on/off switch, while in the stop watch mode, turns the stop watch function on and off. Simultaneous depression of both push-buttons, while the computer is in stop watch mode, resets the stop watch mode and at least two other modes. To facilitate resetting under poor visibility conditions, or when it would be unsafe to divert the rider's attention from the road or other traffic, the push-buttons abut along a common line and have a shared recess straddling that line which can be located by feel alone, enabling the push-buttons to be depressed simultaneously with one thumb while both rider's hands safely grip the handlebar.

Abstract: A pedalling monitor allows a cycle rider to determine proper pedalling while riding in normal fashion. A slip ring indicates pedal position, and a switch actuated by the rider's foot indicates whether the rider is pushing or pulling. The combination of this information is used to illuminate a light to show "right" or "wrong" pedalling.

Abstract: In an exercising apparatus for supporting a bicycle, a pivotally mounted member connects to a rear axle of the bike to constrain movement of the axle about the pivot point of the support member. A support roller, located on the horizontally opposite side of the rear axle as is the pivot point, cooperates with the support member to support the rear wheel. A flywheel and variable load means are connected to the roller to simulate the inertia and variable load experienced during the riding of a real bicycle. Preferably, a front fork support connects to the front fork of a bicycle and has an adjustable feature which can change the elevation of the bicycle frame.

Abstract: A bicycle training and exercise device for stationary operation of a bicycle thereon, the device having roller and beltway members forming a riding platform for the bicycle, and a plurality of lever arms for supporting the bicycle on the device. The lever arms of the bicycle are movable laterally in response to lateral movements of the bicycle. The pivotally joined lever arms provide substantial support for the bicycle and rider while closely simulating actual riding conditions.

Abstract: A bicycle type exerciser in which a more realistic sensation to the rider is imparted is disclosed. As contrasted with prior art devices, the frame of the device is arranged for pivoting motion in a lateral direction in response to a turning motion imparted to the handlebars. A steerable front wheel is supported by a conventional front fork. The rear of the frame is supported by a transversely extending arcuately-shaped rocker which rests upon a floor or other horizontal supporting surface. As the handlebars are turned, the frame is leaned to one side or the other by the rider simulating the riding of a bicycle.

Abstract: An exercise device is furnished with an electronic display or a mechanical belt for simulating road conditions. In an embodiment utilizing an electronic display, sensors are used to sense pedaling speed, rotational direction, and displacement of the handlebars. A brake handle producing a signal when actuated is also provided. The signals produced by the sensors are processed by a microprocessor for controlling the lateral position of the exercise bicycle with respect to the scene being displayed and the running speed of the road condition simulation. The microprocessor includes a memory which stores a program for controlling the pedaling resistance of the exercise device. In another embodiment, a belt provided with flat patterns on its surface depicting mock road conditions rotates. The user may control the position of a mock vehicle resting on the belt surface by manipulating the handlebars. The mock vehicle is coupled to the handlebar stem by a right-angle-shaped rod.

Abstract: The involved technical field is that of bicycles, and the invention is corned with a stand device for holding a bicycle stationary while simulating road running conditions. The technical problem was that of providing a device which could simulate road running conditions with a high degree of verisimilitude and the solution resides in a structure comprising two supporting rollers, one for each wheel, which are kinematically connected to each other and to a fan, adapted to generate a flow of air blowing against the bicycle, the bicycle being supported on means adapted to heel and move sideways.

Abstract: A method and means are provided for testing and refining bicycle riding skills by laying on the ground a narrow, long rubber track which, when traversed by a bicycle in a straight line at a maximum, safe speed, triggers a built-in buzzing mechanism which produces an audible signal. A scoring device, capable of being hand held, is attached to the track which provides the rider with an immediate numerical score based on skill versus speed.

Abstract: A device for use with conventional bike simulators to facilitate improvement in pedaling skills.

Abstract: A running type health promoting device, in which a running vehicle having at least one front wheel and one rear wheel to be driven by pedalling, the vehicle being incorporated with; a microprocessing unit which sets a period of time for training and a proper number of pulses during the training so as to obtain a proper quantity of exercise; a pulse detector for detecting the pulse of a driver who drives the vehicle; a measuring instrument for measuring the time period for training; an indicator for displaying a finish of the time period for training; and a source of electric energy; so that the driver can take proper exercise with interest correspondingly to his age or the like.