A vehicle assembly has a vehicle and an accessory powertrain connected to the vehicle. The vehicle has: a battery; a vehicle motor controller electrically connected to the battery; and a vehicle electric motor electrically connected to the vehicle motor controller. The vehicle electric motor is powered by the battery via the vehicle motor controller. The vehicle electric motor is configured to propel the vehicle. The accessory powertrain has: an accessory motor controller; and an accessory electric motor electrically connected to the accessory motor controller. The accessory electric motor is configured to drive a vehicle accessory. An accessory powertrain for connection to a vehicle and a vehicle accessory kit are also disclosed.
B60L 50/52 - Electric propulsion with power supplied within the vehicle using propulsion power supplied by batteries or fuel cells characterised by DC-motors
B60L 50/60 - Electric propulsion with power supplied within the vehicle using propulsion power supplied by batteries or fuel cells using power supplied by batteries
B60L 53/20 - Methods of charging batteries, specially adapted for electric vehiclesCharging stations or on-board charging equipment thereforExchange of energy storage elements in electric vehicles characterised by converters located in the vehicle
A watercraft includes a handlebar assembly selectively pivotable about a pivot axis which extends transversely across the handlebar assembly. The handlebar assembly being pivotable between at least a first position and a second position. A lift assembly of the watercraft includes a movable surface operably connected to the handlebar assembly. The watercraft includes a control unit communicatively connected to the handlebar assembly and the lift assembly and configured to: receive a signal indicative of the position of the handlebar assembly. In response to the signal indicating that the handlebar assembly is in the first position, the control unit causes the movable surface of the lift assembly to pivot in a first direction. In response to the signal indicating that the handlebar assembly is in the second position, the control unit causes the movable surface of the lift assembly to pivot in a second direction.
B63B 1/28 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydrofoil type with movable hydrofoils
B63B 34/10 - Power-driven personal watercraft, e.g. water scooters Accessories therefor
B63B 79/40 - Monitoring properties or operating parameters of vessels in operation for controlling the operation of vessels, e.g. monitoring their speed, routing or maintenance schedules
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
A drop-down space for a vehicle may comprise a floor located internally of the vehicle, a wall extending upwardly from the floor, whereby the floor and the wall enclose a cavity located internally of the vehicle and at least one coupling mechanism for stably connecting a first article to the vehicle via the cavity. The wall of the cavity circumscribes at least a portion of the article when the article is interconnected to the vehicle.
A vehicle includes a frame, front left and right suspension assemblies, front left and right wheels operatively connected to, respectively, the front left and right suspension assemblies, at least one rear wheel and a motor. Each of the front left and right suspensions assemblies includes a knuckle, a lower arm, first and second upper links, and a shock absorber assembly. The knuckle includes a wheel hub, a first portion including a lower ball joint, and a second portion including first and second upper ball joints. The lower arm having laterally outward end portion pivotally connected to the lower ball joint of the knuckle and two laterally inward end portions pivotally connected to the frame. The first and second upper links having a laterally outward end portions connected to, respectively, first and second upper ball joints, and laterally inward end portions connected to the frame.
An electric power unit comprises an AC electric motor, a power assembly, and a control assembly. The AC electric motor has a housing and an output shaft supported in the housing, the housing having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the output shaft protruding from the first end. A combination of the power assembly and of the control assembly forms a DC to AC inverter. The power assembly receives DC power from a DC power source and converts the DC power into AC power. The control assembly controls a transmission of the AC power from the power assembly to the AC electric motor. The power assembly is disposed on a longitudinal side of the housing, the longitudinal side extending between the first and second ends of the housing. The control assembly is mounted on the second end of the housing.
A drop-down space for a vehicle may comprise a floor located internally of the vehicle, a wall extending upwardly from the floor, whereby the floor and the wall enclose a cavity located internally of the vehicle and at least one coupling mechanism for stably connecting a first article to the vehicle via the cavity. The wall of the cavity circumscribes at least a portion of the article when the article is interconnected to the vehicle.
B60R 5/04 - Compartments within vehicle body primarily intended or sufficiently spacious for trunks, suit-cases, or the like arranged at rear of vehicle
8.
METHOD OF CONTROLLING AN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE RELATIVE TO A SECONDARY OFF-ROAD VEHICLE
A method for controlling an off-road vehicle relative to a secondary off-road vehicle. The method, executed by a processor of the vehicle, includes the steps of receiving an input from the secondary off-road vehicle, determining a predicted trajectory path of the vehicle; determining a trajectory position of the vehicle, the trajectory position corresponding to a point of interest related to a distance between the vehicle and the secondary off-road vehicle on the predicted trajectory path; determining a separation distance between the secondary off-road vehicle and the trajectory position; and in response to the separation distance being less than a distance threshold, controlling a speed of the vehicle.
A tensioner system for a flexible drive member has: a slider configured for abutting the flexible drive member; a tensioner body supporting the slider; a biasing member arranged for biasing the slider toward the flexible drive member via the tensioner body; and a latch having a latched position and an unlatched position. In the unlatched position, the latch permits the biasing member to move the slider toward the flexible member. In the latched position, the latch prevents the biasing member from moving the slider toward the flexible member. A drivetrain and a vehicle having the tensioner system are also disclosed.
F16H 7/08 - Means for varying tension of belts, ropes, or chains
B62K 11/00 - Motorcycles, engine-assisted cycles or motor scooters with one or two wheels
B62M 7/06 - Motorcycles characterised by position of motor or engine with engine between front and rear wheels directly under the saddle or seat
B62M 9/02 - Transmissions characterised by use of an endless chain, belt, or the like of unchangeable ratio
F16H 7/02 - Gearings for conveying rotary motion by endless flexible members with beltsGearings for conveying rotary motion by endless flexible members with V-belts
A fastener assembly comprises a fastener having a fastener outer periphery, a fastener inner periphery defining an opening for receiving a shaft, an end face disposed between the fastener inner and outer peripheries; a retaining member having an outer periphery, an inner periphery defining an opening for receiving the shaft; and an end face disposed between the outer and inner peripheries. The end face of the retaining member faces the end face of the fastener. A projection extends from one of: the end face of the fastener and the end face of the retaining member. A recess is defined in an other of: the end face of the fastener and the end face of the retaining member, the recess being sized and shaped to receive the projection.
B62K 25/02 - Axle suspensions for mounting axles rigidly on cycle frame or fork, e.g. adjustably
B62M 9/02 - Transmissions characterised by use of an endless chain, belt, or the like of unchangeable ratio
F16B 39/28 - Locking of screws, bolts, or nuts in which the locking takes place during screwing down or tightening by special members on, or shape of, the nut or bolt
11.
METHOD FOR CONTROLLING GEAR SHIFTING OF A BICYCLE AND BICYCLE
A method for controlling gear shifting of a bicycle includes disconnecting a driving engagement between a cogset of the bicycle and a rear wheel of the bicycle, driving a flexible drive member that engages the cogset and a drive sprocket of the bicycle, shifting a position of a derailleur of the bicycle for causing the flexible drive member to shift from one driven sprocket of the cogset to an other driven sprocket of the cogset, and after shifting the flexible drive member from the one driven sprocket of the cogset to the other driven sprocket of the cogset, connecting the driving engagement between the cogset and the rear wheel. A bicycle is also disclosed.
A system for connecting an accessory to an item, the system including an anchor fixture including a fixture body and the anchor aperture having at least one recessed portion along an edge thereof; and an anchor with an anchor lock being configured to be inserted through the anchor aperture of the anchor fixture, the anchor lock having at least one protrusion extending therefrom, the at least one protrusion of the anchor lock being received in the at least one recessed portion of the anchor aperture; and the anchor being selectively secured to the anchor fixture by inserting the anchor lock through the anchor aperture and moving the anchor lock relative to the anchor fixture to place the anchor lock in the locked position, the anchor lock impeding movement within the anchor fixture of the anchor.
A track conversion bracket comprises a U-shaped structure having two arms, a body, and a head. A hexagonal-shaped aperture may be located partially into the thickness of the head, the body, or combinations thereof to affix fasteners to couple an anti-rotation device to the track conversion bracket. A plurality of circular apertures may pass through the thickness of each of the two arms to couple the same to corresponding apertures in a weldment formed by converging members of an A-arm to which a vehicle knuckle is interconnected.
B60G 7/02 - Attaching arms to sprung part of vehicle
B62D 55/04 - Endless-track vehicles with tracks and alternative ground wheels, e.g. changeable from endless-track vehicle into wheeled vehicle and vice versa
B62D 55/104 - Suspension devices for wheels, rollers, bogies or frames
14.
Method for controlling a drivetrain for an off-road vehicle
A method for controlling a drivetrain of a vehicle, including: receiving, by a controller, an indication to control a disconnect unit of the drivetrain, the disconnect unit being configured to selectively transfer torque to a front portion of the drivetrain to drive two front wheels of the vehicle; controlling, by the controller, an actuator operatively connected to the disconnect unit to cause the disconnect unit to transfer torque to the front portion of the drivetrain to drive the two front wheels; receiving, by the controller, from at least one sensor communicatively connected to the controller, at least one signal related to at least one driving condition; determining if the at least one signal received satisfies a predetermined condition; and in response to the at least one signal received satisfying the predetermined condition, controlling, by the controller, the disconnect unit to stop transferring torque to the front portion of the drivetrain.
B60K 23/08 - Arrangement or mounting of control devices for vehicle transmissions, or parts thereof, not otherwise provided for for changing number of driven wheels
15.
METHOD OF CONTROLLING A VEHICLE RELATIVE TO A BORDER WITHIN A GEOGRAPHIC REGION
The present application relates to a method for controlling a vehicle relative to a border within a geographic region. The method, executed by a processor of the vehicle, includes the steps of determining a predicted trajectory path of the vehicle; determining a trajectory position of the vehicle, the trajectory position corresponding to a point of interest related to a distance between the vehicle and the border on the predicted trajectory path; determining a separation distance between the border and the trajectory position; and in response to the separation distance being less than a distance threshold, controlling a speed of the vehicle.
B63B 79/40 - Monitoring properties or operating parameters of vessels in operation for controlling the operation of vessels, e.g. monitoring their speed, routing or maintenance schedules
B63B 49/00 - Arrangements of nautical instruments or navigational aids
B63B 79/10 - Monitoring properties or operating parameters of vessels in operation using sensors, e.g. pressure sensors, strain gauges or accelerometers
B63H 25/04 - Initiating means for steering automatic, e.g. reacting to compass
A two-stroke engine assembly includes an engine including an engine block; at least one cylinder formed by the engine block, a cylinder volume being defined by the at least one cylinder; a crankshaft disposed in the engine block; at least one piston disposed in the at least one cylinder; and a protrusion extending into the cylinder volume, the protrusion defining a lubrication groove therein, the lubrication groove being disposed between the crankshaft and the at least one piston; and a lubrication system providing oil to the engine, the lubrication groove being shaped and arranged to collect oil droplets pushed by air toward the at least one piston during operation and to redirect the oil droplets to at least one pre-determined location in the at least one cylinder.
A method for controlling a wastegate valve of a turbocharger and the turbocharger of a vehicle are disclosed. The method includes (a) receiving a closed position request; (b) moving an actuator toward a previously stored closed position until a predetermined actuator position is reached, the actuator being operatively connected to the wastegate valve for actuating the wastegate valve; (c) receiving an actual value indicative of force exerted by the actuator; and (d) comparing the actual value to an expected value indicative of force exerted by the actuator; in response to the actual value being less than the expected value, (e) moving the actuator away from an open position by a predetermined amount; (f) replacing the previously stored closed position with a position of the actuator following step (e); and (g) repeating steps (d) to (f) until the actual value is greater than the expected value.
A marine motor assembly for a watercraft includes a housing, a motor, a housing gearset, a gearcase gearset and a propulsion device. The housing includes an upper housing portion and a gearcase connected to the upper housing portion. The gearcase includes a gearcase chamber, and a gearcase fluid port disposed on an exterior surface of the gearcase. The housing also includes a housing chamber spaced from the gearcase chamber, a housing fluid port that is disposed on an exterior surface of the housing and that is fluidly connected to the housing chamber, and a fluid conduit that fluidly connects the gearcase chamber to the housing chamber. The housing gearset is disposed in the housing chamber. The gearcase gearset is disposed in the gearcase chamber. A method for changing a lubricant in the marine motor assembly via the gearcase fluid port and the housing fluid port is also disclosed.
B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
An outboard engine assembly has an engine unit including an engine unit housing, an internal combustion engine disposed in the engine unit housing, the engine defining at least one combustion chamber, a gearcase connected to the engine unit housing, and an exhaust system, the exhaust system including an idle relief passage fluidly communicating with an exhaust passage, the idle relief passage having an idle relief outlet, the idle relief passage extending through the engine unit housing for supplying exhaust gases from the at least one combustion chamber to an exterior of the engine unit housing via the idle relief outlet, the idle relief outlet being disposed vertically higher than the exhaust outlet and vertically lower than a waterline when the outboard engine assembly is mounted to a watercraft and the watercraft is at rest, and a propulsion device operatively connected to the engine.
An engine assembly for a vehicle incorporating an internal combustion engine including an exhaust manifold to discharge exhaust gases, a turbocharger coupled to the exhaust manifold via a coupling conduit to receive the discharged exhaust gases to drive the turbocharger to produce compressed air delivered to the engine, and a heat shield. The heat shield configured with a first layer including an upper section to cover the engine exhaust manifold and a lower section to cover a portion of the turbocharger, the heat shield first layer upper and lower sections configured to conform to general shapes of the engine exhaust manifold and turbocharger surfaces, respectively, and a second layer configured with a curved shape profile to cover the heat shield first layer upper and lower sections in which the heat shield second layer is spaced apart from the first layer upper and lower sections by an air gap.
A stackable container assembly and vehicle having a stackable container assembly. The assembly includes a first pair of vehicle anchor fixtures; a second pair of vehicle anchor fixtures, a base container for selectively connecting to the first and second pairs of vehicle anchor fixtures; and an accessory container for selectively connecting to the base container and the first and second pairs of vehicle anchor fixtures. When connected to the vehicle, anchor fixtures of the first pair of vehicle anchor fixtures HAVE a separation therebetween equal to a separation between anchor fixtures of second pair of vehicle anchor fixtures, the base container being selectively connected to one of the first pair of vehicle anchor fixtures and the second pair of vehicle anchor fixtures, and the accessory container being selectively connected to the base container or the other one of the first and second pairs of vehicle anchor fixtures.
B62J 9/23 - Containers specially adapted for cycles, e.g. panniers or saddle bags attached to the cycle as accessories above or alongside the rear wheel
B62J 9/27 - Containers specially adapted for cycles, e.g. panniers or saddle bags attached to the cycle as accessories characterised by mounting arrangements, e.g. quick release arrangements
B62J 35/00 - Fuel tanks specially adapted for motorcycles or engine-assisted cyclesArrangements thereof
B62M 27/02 - Propulsion devices for sledges or the like power driven
B65D 21/02 - Containers specially shaped, or provided with fittings or attachments, to facilitate nesting, stacking, or joining together
B65D 43/16 - Non-removable lids or covers hinged for upward or downward movement
B65D 47/12 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps with pouring spouts or tubesClosures with discharging devices other than pumps with discharge nozzles or passages having removable closures
A vehicle and an airbox for an air intake system of a vehicle. The airbox includes an air inlet for receiving air; an air outlet for discharging air; an airbox body defining an expansion chamber; a flute enclosed at least partially within the airbox body and defining a flute passage for directing air flow within the airbox body. The flute includes an inlet end; an outlet end downstream from the inlet end; and a peripheral wall extending from the inlet end to the outlet end and defining the flute passage, the peripheral wall surrounding the flute passage along an inlet end portion of the flute, the flute having a peripherally open end portion extending from the outlet end, the peripheral wall defining a recess extending along the peripherally open end portion such that the flute passage is partially surrounded by the peripheral wall along the peripherally open end portion.
A marine motor assembly for a watercraft and a cover for a marine motor assembly. The assembly includes a housing; a motor disposed in the housing; and a propulsion device operatively connected to the motor. The housing includes a housing portion, and a cover selectively connected to the housing portion. The cover includes a cover body connectable to the housing portion, the cover body covering at least a portion of the motor; a noise dampening material layer disposed on an exterior side of the cover body; and a surface structure connected to the cover body, the noise dampening material layer being enclosed between the cover body and the surface structure.
A windshield assembly for a vehicle, the windshield assembly comprising: a windshield having a lower end and an upper end; a windshield base attached to the lower end of the windshield; and a deck panel configured for connecting to the vehicle. The deck panel is slidingly connected to the windshield base for permitting the windshield to move linearly, with respect to the deck panel, from a rest position, responsive to a force in a plane of the windshield. The deck panel is pivotally connected to the windshield base about a first pivot axis for permitting the windshield to rotate about the first pivot responsive to a force perpendicular to the windshield.
B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
27.
CLEAT ADAPTER CONFIGURED FOR CONNECTING TO A U-SHAPED TOW EYE
A cleat adapter connectable to a U-shaped tow eye includes a first portion and a second portion connected to the first portion that define an adapter body. The adapter body defines a passage to receive and capture a portion of the U-shaped tow eye. The adapter body includes: a first member, a second member, and an arm extending therebetween. The first member, the second member and the arm together defining a generally U shape and a space for receiving a tow cord. The adapter body further includes a first protrusion for retaining a first portion of the tow cord and a second protrusion for retaining a second portion of the tow cord. The first protrusion extending laterally outward from the first member and the second protrusion extending laterally outward from the second member. A watercraft having a cleat adapter and a method for attaching the cleat adapter are also disclosed.
A fender for a watercraft having a watercraft body. The watercraft body defines an aperture. The fender has: a fender body; an anchor distinct from the fender body, the anchor being configured to be inserted in the aperture defined in the watercraft body and for selectively connecting the fender to the watercraft body; and a link distinct from the fender body and from the anchor, the link connecting the fender body to the anchor. The fender body is made from a flexible material. The anchor is made from a rigid material. The link is made from a resilient material. A watercraft having the fender is also disclosed.
B63B 34/10 - Power-driven personal watercraft, e.g. water scooters Accessories therefor
B63B 59/02 - Fenders integral with waterborne vessels or specially adapted thereforRubbing-strakes
F16B 5/12 - Fastening strips or bars to sheets or plates, e.g. rubber strips, decorative strips for motor vehicles, by means of clips
F16B 21/00 - Means without screw-thread for preventing relative axial movement of a pin, spigot, shaft, or the like and a member surrounding itStud-and-socket releasable fastenings without screw-thread
A snowmobile including a right front suspension assembly and a left front suspension assembly, each of the left and right front suspension assembly including: a ski leg; an upper A-arm and a lower A-arm, the upper and lower A-arms being connected between the ski leg and the chassis; and a shock absorber connected between one of the upper and lower A-arms and the chassis; a first sensor connected between one of the upper and lower A-arms of the right front suspension assembly and the chassis to measure the angle therebetween; a second sensor connected between one of the upper and lower A-arms of the left front suspension assembly and the chassis to measure the angle therebetween; and a controller communicatively connected to the first sensor and the second sensor, the electronic signals representing angular position between the A-arms of the right and left front suspension assembly and the chassis.
B60G 17/019 - Resilient suspensions having means for adjusting the spring or vibration-damper characteristics, for regulating the distance between a supporting surface and a sprung part of vehicle or for locking suspension during use to meet varying vehicular or surface conditions, e.g. due to speed or load the regulating means comprising electric or electronic elements characterised by the type of sensor or the arrangement thereof
B60G 5/00 - Resilient suspensions for a set of tandem wheels or axles having interrelated movements
B60G 5/02 - Resilient suspensions for a set of tandem wheels or axles having interrelated movements mounted on a single pivoted arm
B60G 15/06 - Resilient suspensions characterised by arrangement, location, or type of combined spring and vibration- damper, e.g. telescopic type having mechanical spring and fluid damper
30.
WINDSHIELD AND ROOF ASSEMBLY FOR AN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE
A windshield and roof assembly for a vehicle and an off-road vehicle. The vehicle includes a frame including a rollover protection structure and a windshield and roof assembly. The 5 assembly includes a windshield including a top edge, and a lower edge opposite the top edge; a roof including a front edge, and a rear edge opposite the front edge; and at least one hinge assembly including a vehicle portion connected to the rollover protection structure, a windshield portion rotationally connected to the vehicle portion, the windshield being connected to the windshield portion near the top edge of the windshield, and a roof portion rotationally connected 10 to the vehicle portion, the roof being connected to the roof portion near the front edge of the roof.
A storage container comprises an outer surface and an inner surface, the outer surface having one or more cavities. A locking mechanism may be located in a cavity disposed on the bottom of the storage container and have arms to allow for locking and unlocking of the same despite the distal positioning of the locking mechanism form the outer surface of the container. Handles may be hingedly located within a cavity in the outer side surface of the container and can be moved into holding positions and back.
An electric snowmobile has a frame. The frame has a tunnel; a subframe connected to the tunnel and having first and second sides; and first and second spacers connected the first and second sides respectively. The snowmobile also has a seat; at least one ski a drive track disposed at least in part under the tunnel; an electric motor supported by the frame, the electric motor being operatively connected to the drive track; and a battery pack electrically connected to the electric motor, the battery pack being disposed at least in part in the subframe. The first spacer is disposed between the first side of the subframe and the battery pack. The second spacer is disposed between the second side of the subframe and the battery pack. The first and second spacers connect the battery pack to the first and second sides of the subframe respectively.
B60K 1/04 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units of the electric storage means for propulsion
B60L 50/60 - Electric propulsion with power supplied within the vehicle using propulsion power supplied by batteries or fuel cells using power supplied by batteries
B62M 27/02 - Propulsion devices for sledges or the like power driven
A seat assembly for a personal watercraft includes a base configured for selectively connecting to a deck of the personal watercraft, a damper connected to the base, a straddle seat that is operatively connected to the damper, which permits movement of the straddle seat relative to the base, and a locking assembly movable between locked and unlocked configurations. With the base being connected to the deck and the locking assembly being in the locked configuration, the base is locked to the deck. With the base being connected to the deck and the locking assembly being in the unlocked configuration, the base is removable from the deck. A system for assembling a personal watercraft of a family of personal watercraft including at least a first personal watercraft and a second personal watercraft is also disclosed.
A method for controlling a powertrain of a vehicle, the powertrain a dual-clutch transmission including a first clutch and a second clutch selectively actuated to transmit motion from the engine to a first shaft and a second shaft respectively. The method includes producing a first shift request for shifting from an initial gear to a different gear; in response to the first shift request, executing a first shift sequence to shift from the initial gear to the different gear; during execution of the first shift sequence, producing a second shift request for shifting from the different gear to the initial gear; in response to the second shift request: interrupting the first shift sequence prior to the first shift sequence having finished; and executing a second shift sequence to reverse the first shift sequence such that the transmission engages the initial gear for driving on the first shaft.
F16H 61/688 - Control functions within change-speed- or reversing-gearings for conveying rotary motion specially adapted for stepped gearings without interruption of drive with two inputs, e.g. selection of one of two torque-flow paths by clutches
F16H 3/00 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with variable gear ratio or for reversing rotary motion
A lift-propulsion assembly and a watercraft. The watercraft includes a buoyant body having upper and lower surfaces on respective upper and lower sides thereof; a lift-propulsion system including a mast connected to the buoyant body, the mast having a proximal end and a distal end, the mast extending from the lower side ofthe buoyant body; and the lift-propulsion assembly. The assembly includes an assembly frame connected to the distal end of the mast; a propulsion unit for providing thrust to the watercraft, the propulsion unit being connected to the assembly frame; a hydrofoil for providing lift to the watercraft, the hydrofoil being selectively connected to the assembly frame; and a manually-operable attachment system connecting the hydrofoil to the assembly frame.
An accessory holder for connecting an accessory to a support has an anchor being configured to be inserted in an aperture defined in the support and for selectively connecting the accessory holder to the support; an accessory connector connected to the anchor; and an accessory lock operatively connected to the anchor. The accessory connector being rotatable about a rotation axis. The accessory connector is configured for connecting to the accessory. With the accessory lock being locked, rotation of the accessory connector about the rotation axis is restricted. With the accessory lock being unlocked, rotation of the accessory connector about the rotation axis is permitted.
B63B 34/10 - Power-driven personal watercraft, e.g. water scooters Accessories therefor
F16B 2/02 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
A snowmobile has: a frame having a tunnel; a seat disposed at least in part over the tunnel; a motor supported by the frame; an endless drive track disposed at least in part under the tunnel, the endless drive track being driven by the motor; a steering system including a handlebar, the handlebar being pivotally connected to the frame; a left ski operatively connected to the steering system; and a right ski operatively connected to the steering system. The steering system is configured such that, in response to the handlebar being turned for making a left turn, the right ski is turned counterclockwise, as viewed from above the snowmobile, by a greater angle than the left ski; and in response to the handlebar being turned for making a right turn, the left ski is turned clockwise, as viewed from above the snowmobile, by a greater angle than the right ski.
B62D 11/02 - Steering non-deflectable wheelsSteering endless tracks or the like by differentially driving ground-engaging elements on opposite vehicle sides
A vehicle steering system has: a steering column; a pitman arm connected to a lower end of the steering column; a left tie rod having an inner end pivotally connected to the pitman arm about a first axis; and a right tie rod having an inner end pivotally connected to the pitman arm about the first axis. A vehicle having the vehicle steering system is also disclosed.
A gripping mechanism may comprise a relatively resilient U-shaped endoskeleton having at least one opening through its thickness and a relatively flexible elastomer embedding the relatively resilient U-shaped endoskeleton therein. Additionally, an exemplary gripping mechanism may be configured such that the elastomer has at least one portion that passes through the at least one opening in the U-shaped endoskeleton and at least one portion of the U-shaped endoskeleton is exposed through the elastomer coating.
A motor assembly including an annulus gear including an annulus gear body having a hollow cylindrical form, and a plurality of annulus gear teeth disposed on an inner surface of the annulus gear body; at least one first outrunner motor disposed in an interior of the annulus gear, the at least one first motor being arranged to drive the annulus gear; a carrier disposed at least partially in the interior of the annulus gear, the carrier including a plurality of carrier gears rotationally connected to the carrier body, the carrier gears being engaged with the annulus gear; a center gear disposed in the interior of the annulus gear, the carrier gears being engaged with the center gear; and at least one second outrunner motor disposed in the interior of the annulus gear, the at least one second motor being arranged to drive the center gear.
An internal combustion engine having: a cylinder block defining a cylinder; a cylinder head defining a seat; a piston; a crankshaft, the piston, cylinder, and cylinder head defining a variable volume combustion chamber therebetween; an air intake passage; an exhaust passage; a fuel injector; and a combustion pre-chamber housing connected to the cylinder head and extending in part into the combustion chamber. The housing has: a tapering portion; and a tip connected to the tapering portion. The tapering portion abuts the seat. The tapering portion tapers toward the tip. The seat and the tapering portion of the housing have corresponding shapes. The housing defines: a combustion pre-chamber; and at least one orifice fluidly communicating the combustion pre-chamber with the combustion chamber. A spring biases the tapering portion of the housing against the seat of the cylinder head. A spark plug is connected to the combustion pre-chamber housing.
A fender mounted speaker system for a vehicle may comprise a plurality of speakers operatively connected to the vehicle for sound generation. Each of the speakers may be mounted to the fender of the vehicle so as to be equally spaced from the vehicle's longitudinal axis, forward of the transverse axis of the vehicle, and/or forward of the steering axis of the vehicle.
B60R 11/02 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for for radio sets, television sets, telephones, or the likeArrangement of controls thereof
A watercraft including a hull; a deck; a propulsion system to propel the watercraft; an electric motor to drive the propulsion system; a battery; and at least one heat exchanger at least partially extending out of the hull such that at least a portion of the heat exchanger is in contact with the body of water, a first cooling circuit in thermal communication with the heat exchanger and at least one of the battery and the electric motor, the first cooling circuit being configured to circulate a heat exchange fluid therein, a second cooling circuit being in thermal communication with an other one of the at least one of the electric motor and the battery, the second cooling circuit being in fluid communication with the body of water during operation of the watercraft for circulating water from the body of water in the second cooling circuit during use.
B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
A system for connecting an accessory to an item, the system including an anchor fixture including a fixture body and the anchor aperture; and an anchor with an anchor lock being configured to be inserted through the anchor aperture of the anchor fixture, the anchor lock having at least one protrusion extending therefrom; and the anchor being selectively secured to the anchor fixture by inserting the anchor lock through the anchor aperture and moving the anchor lock relative to the anchor fixture to place the anchor lock in the locked position, the anchor lock impeding movement within the anchor fixture of the anchor.
An air filtering device comprises a frame configured for mounting to a vehicle, the frame having an outer surface, an inner surface, and a thickness interconnecting the outer surface to the inner surface. The exemplary air filtering device may comprise a continuous filter disposed in the frame such that the continuous filter is separated into a plurality of filter sections exposed through the frame.
B01D 37/02 - Precoating the filtering elements or materialAddition of filter aids to the liquid being filtered
B01D 46/56 - Filters or filtering processes specially modified for separating dispersed particles from gases or vapours with multiple filtering elements, characterised by their mutual disposition
Electric and hybrid off-road vehicles, accessories and frames therefor are provided. An off¬ road vehicle comprises a frame assembly, at least one front and rear wheel, at least one electric motor, at least one battery and at least one final drive unit operatively coupled to at least one wheel. The electric motor is operatively coupled to the final drive unit for transferring torque from the electric motor to the wheel. A battery assembly having electric components integrated thereto is provided. A structural battery is configured to provide a structural connection between at least two of a top, bottom, front and rear portions of a frame assembly for an off-road vehicle, and for receiving loads therefrom. Improved drivetrain arrangements provide flexibility in operating an off-road vehicle and improve overall performance. The environmental impact of off-road vehicles is reduced. Weight and complexity of off-road vehicle frames are reduced without affecting stability or safety.
A watercraft includes a hull; a deck supported by the hull; a propulsion system supported by the hull and configured to propel the watercraft; an electric motor operatively connected to the propulsion system to drive the propulsion system; a battery electrically connected to the electric motor for powering the electric motor; and a heat exchanger supported by the hull, the heat exchanger having defined therein at least: a first cooling channel, and a second cooling channel, a first cooling circuit being defined in part through the first cooling channel, the first cooling circuit being in thermal communication with at least one of the battery and the electric motor, a second cooling circuit being defined in part through the second cooling channel, the second cooling circuit being in thermal communication with at least an other one of the battery and the electric motor.
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63B 34/10 - Power-driven personal watercraft, e.g. water scooters Accessories therefor
B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
A snowmobile rear suspension has: left and right slide rails; a front suspension arm assembly pivotally connected to slide rails; and a rear suspension arm assembly pivotally connected to the slide rails. The rear suspension arm assembly has: a left arm; first and second lower left fingers connected to a lower end of the left arm, the left slide rail being received laterally between the first and second lower left fingers, the first lower left finger and the second lower left finger being pivotally connected to the left slide rail; and a right arm; first and second lower right fingers connected to a lower end of the right arm, the right slide rail being received laterally between the first and second lower right fingers, the first lower right finger and the second lower right finger being pivotally connected to the right slide rail.
A snowmobile includes a chain drive disposed on one of a left side and a right side of a longitudinal centerplane of the snowmobile, the chain drive including: a drive sprocket; a driven sprocket; and a drive chain operatively connecting the drive and driven sprockets. A drive axle operatively connects the chain drive to the endless track, the drive axle including: a first axle end portion operatively connected to the chain drive; and a second axle end portion rotatably supported by a tunnel of the snowmobile on an other one of the left side and the right side of the longitudinal centerplane. A mounting sleeve is engaged to the driven sprocket in order to be driven thereby, the first axle end portion being operatively and removably connected to the mounting sleeve and rotating therewith about the drive axle axis.
B62M 9/10 - Transmissions characterised by use of an endless chain, belt, or the like of changeable ratio using a single chain, belt, or the like involving different-sized wheels selectively engaged by the chain, belt, or the like
B62D 65/00 - Designing, manufacturing, e.g. assembling, facilitating disassembly, or structurally modifying motor vehicles or trailers, not otherwise provided for
B62M 27/02 - Propulsion devices for sledges or the like power driven
A snowmobile rear suspension has: left and right slide rails; a front suspension arm assembly pivotally connected to slide rails; and a rear suspension arm assembly pivotally connected to the slide rails. The rear suspension arm assembly has: a left arm; first and second lower left fingers connected to a lower end of the left arm, the left slide rail being received laterally between the first and second lower left fingers, the first lower left finger and the second lower left finger being pivotally connected to the left slide rail; and a right arm; first and second lower right fingers connected to a lower end of the right arm, the right slide rail being received laterally between the first and second lower right fingers, the first lower right finger and the second lower right finger being pivotally connected to the right slide rail.
B62M 27/02 - Propulsion devices for sledges or the like power driven
B60G 15/06 - Resilient suspensions characterised by arrangement, location, or type of combined spring and vibration- damper, e.g. telescopic type having mechanical spring and fluid damper
A watercraft including a hull; a deck; a propulsion system to propel the watercraft; an electric motor to drive the propulsion system; a battery; and at least one heat exchanger at least partially extending out of the hull such that at least a portion of the heat exchanger is in contact with the body of water, a first cooling circuit in thermal communication with the heat exchanger and at least one of the battery and the electric motor, the first cooling circuit being configured to circulate a heat exchange fluid therein, a second cooling circuit being in thermal communication with an other one of the at least one of the electric motor and the battery, the second cooling circuit being in fluid communication with the body of water during operation of the watercraft for circulating water from the body of water in the second cooling circuit during use.
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
B63H 21/00 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels
B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
A helmet has: a helmet shell; a battery connected to the helmet shell; an electric connector connected to the helmet shell; and at least one electric device electrically connected to the battery and to the electric connector. In response to the electric connector being electrically connected to an external power source and receiving electric power for the external power source, electric power is supplied to the at least one electric device from the electric connector. In response to the electric connector not receiving electric power from the external power source, electric power is supplied to the at least one electric device from the battery.
A connecting base for connecting an accessory to a vehicle includes: an attachment portion configured to be connected to the vehicle; and at least one post-receiving portion connected to the attachment portion. Each of the at least one post-receiving portion defines an opening configured to receive a post connected to the accessory. The opening is defined in an upper surface of the connecting base. Each of the at least one post-receiving portion includes: an inner peripheral surface defining the opening, the inner peripheral surface being shaped to be at least partially mated with an outer peripheral surface of the post; and a rib protruding from the inner peripheral surface, the rib being configured to engage a groove defined by the outer peripheral surface of the post. An accessory connector and an accessory system including the connecting base and the accessory connector are also contemplated.
An accessory holder for connecting an accessory to a support has an anchor being configured to be inserted in an aperture defined in the support and for selectively connecting the accessory holder to the support; an accessory connector connected to the anchor; and an accessory lock operatively connected to the anchor. The accessory connector being rotatable about a rotation axis. The accessory connector is configured for connecting to the accessory. With the accessory lock being locked, rotation of the accessory connector about the rotation axis is restricted. With the accessory lock being unlocked, rotation of the accessory connector about the rotation axis is permitted.
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
B63B 17/00 - Vessels parts, details, or accessories, not otherwise provided for
B63B 34/10 - Power-driven personal watercraft, e.g. water scooters Accessories therefor
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
A fender for a watercraft having a watercraft body. The watercraft body defines an aperture. The fender has: a fender body; an anchor distinct from the fender body, the anchor being configured to be inserted in the aperture defined in the watercraft body and for selectively connecting the fender to the watercraft body; and a link distinct from the fender body and from the anchor, the link connecting the fender body to the anchor. The fender body is made from a flexible material. The anchor is made from a rigid material. The link is made from a resilient material. A watercraft having the fender is also disclosed.
A power system (100) for an aircraft (10) and a method for controlling the aircraft (10). The system (100) includes an engine (105); at least one throttle valve (110); a propeller governor (130) adapted for connection to a propeller (30) of the aircraft (10); and a power control assembly (150) including a knob (160); a first cable (170) operatively connected to the knob (160) and to the at least one throttle valve (110); a second cable (180) operatively connected to the knob (160) and to the propeller governor (130), the knob (160) being movable between at least an extended position and a retracted position, in the extended position, the at least one throttle valve (110) being in a closed position and the propeller governor (130) being in a minimum position, and in the retracted position, the at least one throttle valve (110) being in an open position and the propeller governor (130) being in a maximum position.
A cleat adapter connectable to a U-shaped tow eye includes a first portion and a second portion connected to the first portion that define an adapter body. The adapter body defines a passage to receive and capture a portion of the U-shaped tow eye. The adapter body includes: a first member, a second member, and an arm extending therebetween. The first member, the second member and the arm together defining a generally U shape and a space for receiving a tow cord. The adapter body further includes a first protrusion for retaining a first portion of the tow cord and a second protrusion for retaining a second portion of the tow cord. The first protrusion extending laterally outward from the first member and the second protrusion extending laterally outward from the second member. A watercraft having a cleat adapter and a method for attaching the cleat adapter are also disclosed.
Electric and hybrid off-road vehicles, accessories and frames therefor are provided. An off-road vehicle comprises a frame assembly, at least one front and rear wheel, at least one electric motor, at least one battery and at least one final drive unit operatively coupled to at least one wheel. The electric motor is operatively coupled to the final drive unit for transferring torque from the electric motor to the wheel. A battery assembly having electric components integrated thereto is provided. A structural battery is configured to provide a structural connection between at least two of a top, bottom, front and rear portions of a frame assembly for an off-road vehicle, and for receiving loads therefrom. Improved drivetrain arrangements provide flexibility in operating an off-road vehicle and improve overall performance. The environmental impact of off-road vehicles is reduced. Weight and complexity of off-road vehicle frames are reduced without affecting stability or safety.
B62M 9/08 - Transmissions characterised by use of an endless chain, belt, or the like of changeable ratio using a single chain, belt, or the like involving eccentrically-mounted or elliptically-shaped driving or driven wheelTransmissions characterised by use of an endless chain, belt, or the like of changeable ratio using a single chain, belt, or the like with expansible driving or driven wheel
Electric and hybrid off-road vehicles, accessories and frames therefor are provided. An off-road vehicle comprises a frame assembly, at least one front and rear wheel, at least one electric motor, at least one battery and at least one final drive unit operatively coupled to at least one wheel. The electric motor is operatively coupled to the final drive unit for transferring torque from the electric motor to the wheel. A battery assembly having electric components integrated thereto is provided. A structural battery is configured to provide a structural connection between at least two of a top, bottom, front and rear portions of a frame assembly for an off-road vehicle, and for receiving loads therefrom. Improved drivetrain arrangements provide flexibility in operating an off-road vehicle and improve overall performance. The environmental impact of off-road vehicles is reduced. Weight and complexity of off-road vehicle frames are reduced without affecting stability or safety.
Electric and hybrid off-road vehicles, accessories and frames therefor are provided. An off-road vehicle comprises a frame assembly, at least one front and rear wheel, at least one electric motor, at least one battery and at least one final drive unit operatively coupled to at least one wheel. The electric motor is operatively coupled to the final drive unit for transferring torque from the electric motor to the wheel. A battery assembly having electric components integrated thereto is provided. A structural battery is configured to provide a structural connection between at least two of a top, bottom, front and rear portions of a frame assembly for an off-road vehicle, and for receiving loads therefrom. Improved drivetrain arrangements provide flexibility in operating an off-road vehicle and improve overall performance. The environmental impact of off-road vehicles is reduced. Weight and complexity of off-road vehicle frames are reduced without affecting stability or safety.
An engine mount for an engine for a vehicle. The engine mount includes an engine mount body configured for connecting to an engine casing of the engine, the engine mount body being further configured for connecting to a frame of the vehicle; and at least one bearing disposed in the engine mount body, the at least one bearing being arranged to receive and operatively couple to a drive shaft of the vehicle.
B60K 17/354 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles for driving both front and rear wheels, e.g. four wheel drive vehicles having separate mechanical assemblies for transmitting drive to the front or to the rear wheels or set of wheels
B60K 17/08 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location or kind of gearing of change-speed gearing of mechanical type
B60K 17/22 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location, or type of main drive shafting, e.g. cardan shaft
An air filtering device comprises a frame configured for mounting to a vehicle, the frame having an outer surface, an inner surface, and a thickness interconnecting the outer surface to the inner surface. The exemplary air filtering device may comprise a continuous filter disposed in the frame such that the continuous filter is separated into a plurality of filter sections exposed through the frame.
A system for connecting an accessory to an item, the system including an anchor fixture including a fixture body and the anchor aperture; and an anchor with an anchor lock being configured to be inserted through the anchor aperture of the anchor fixture, the anchor lock having at least one protrusion extending therefrom; and the anchor being selectively secured to the anchor fixture by inserting the anchor lock through the anchor aperture and moving the anchor lock relative to the anchor fixture to place the anchor lock in the locked position, the anchor lock impeding movement within the anchor fixture of the anchor.
A method for controlling an automatic transmission of a vehicle. The method includes operating the transmission in an automatic mode whereby gear shifting of the transmission is performed automatically based on a speed of the vehicle; receiving a shifting request from a user-operated gear shifter to either: (i) upshift the transmission from a current gear to a higher gear; or (ii) downshift the transmission from the current gear to a lower gear. In response to the shifting request, the method continues with operating the transmission in a semi-automatic mode whereby gear shifting is based on user-generated shifting requests; performing the upshift or the downshift according to the shifting request; monitoring a speed of an engine of the vehicle; and in response to the speed being at a lower speed limit or an upper speed limit, returning operation of the transmission to the automatic mode.
A return ride estimation system and method for off-road electrical vehicles is presented. The return ride estimation system includes an off-road electric vehicle, comprising an electric motor providing propulsive movement for riding operations; an electric motor controller to control characteristics of the propulsive movement during riding operations; a battery to supply electrical power to the electric motor; a battery management module to determine an indicator of remaining range; a geolocation unit to provide current location position data of the off-road electric vehicle; a return riding range estimation module to receive current location position data, determine a starting riding location position, receive the indicator of remaining range, and determine whether the off-road electric vehicle can reach the starting riding location position, based on the indicator of remaining range and the current location position.
B60L 58/12 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries responding to state of charge [SoC]
B60W 30/188 - Controlling power parameters of the driveline, e.g. determining the required power
B60W 50/14 - Means for informing the driver, warning the driver or prompting a driver intervention
B60K 35/28 - Output arrangements, i.e. from vehicle to user, associated with vehicle functions or specially adapted therefor characterised by the type of the output information, e.g. video entertainment or vehicle dynamics informationOutput arrangements, i.e. from vehicle to user, associated with vehicle functions or specially adapted therefor characterised by the purpose of the output information, e.g. for attracting the attention of the driver
H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
An aircraft propeller drive system for an aircraft is disclosed. The aircraft has a propeller driven by an intermittent combustion internal combustion engine via the propeller drive system. The propeller drive system has: a torsion bar having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the first end being adapted to be operatively connected to and driven by the engine about a torsion axis, the second end being rotatable relative to the first end about the torsion axis by a torsion angle; an output shaft rotationally fixedly connected to and driven by the second end of the torsion bar, the output shaft being adapted for being connected to the propeller; and a hydraulic damper operatively connected between the output shaft and the first end of the torsion bar to dampen at least some variations in torsion angle of the torsion bar.
A vehicle including a frame; an engine connected to the frame, the engine comprising a crankshaft extending longitudinally, the crankshaft rotating about a crankshaft axis extending longitudinally; a transmission disposed rearward of the engine, the transmission being operatively connected to the crankshaft, the crankshaft being received at least in part in the transmission, the transmission including a plurality of axles and gears for altering a gear ratio of the vehicle, at least one of the plurality of axles rotating about an axis parallel to the crankshaft axis; a rear final drive disposed rearward of and being operatively connected to the transmission; a drive shaft assembly extending forward from the transmission; and a front final drive operatively connected to the at least one front ground engaging member, the front final drive being disposed forward of the engine, the front final drive being operatively connected to the drive shaft assembly.
B60K 17/34 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles for driving both front and rear wheels, e.g. four wheel drive vehicles
B60K 5/02 - Arrangement or mounting of internal-combustion or jet-propulsion units with the engine main axis, e.g. crankshaft axis, substantially in, or parallel to, the longitudinal centre line of the vehicle
B60K 13/04 - Arrangement in connection with combustion air intake or gas exhaust of propulsion units concerning exhaust
A snowmobile including a frame including a tunnel; a motor; a rear suspension assembly; an endless track; and left and right skis operatively connected to the frame. When the snowmobile is at rest and unloaded on a horizontal ground surface, at least one of (i) a vertically highest one of the left suspension connections, and (ii) a vertically highest one of the right suspension connections, is disposed laterally inward of a lateral outermost edge of a corresponding one of the left body panel and the right body panel.
A gripping mechanism may comprise a relatively resilient endoskeleton having at least one opening through its thickness and a relatively flexible elastomer embedding the relatively resilient endoskeleton therein. Additionally, an exemplary gripping mechanism may be configured such that the elastomer has at least one portion that passes through the at least one opening in the U-shaped endoskeleton and at least one portion of the endoskeleton is exposed through the elastomer coating.
A fender mounted speaker system for a vehicle may comprise a plurality of speakers operatively connected to the vehicle for sound generation. Each of the speakers may be mounted to the fender of the vehicle so as to be equally spaced from the vehicle's longitudinal axis, forward of the transverse axis of the vehicle, and/or forward of the steering axis of the vehicle.
An internal combustion engine having: a cylinder block defining a cylinder; a cylinder head defining a seat; a piston; a crankshaft, the piston, cylinder, and cylinder head defining a variable volume combustion chamber therebetween; an air intake passage; an exhaust passage; a fuel injector; and a combustion pre-chamber housing connected to the cylinder head and extending in part into the combustion chamber. The housing has: a tapering portion; and a tip connected to the tapering portion. The tapering portion abuts the seat. The tapering portion tapers toward the tip. The seat and the tapering portion of the housing have corresponding shapes. The housing defines: a combustion pre-chamber; and at least one orifice fluidly communicating the combustion pre-chamber with the combustion chamber. A spring biases the tapering portion of the housing against the seat of the cylinder head. A spark plug is connected to the combustion pre-chamber housing.
A method for managing temperature of a piston of an engine of a vehicle, the method comprises determining, by a throttle position sensor connected to a controller, a throttle position of a throttle valve of the engine, determining, by an engine speed sensor connected to the controller, an engine speed (RPM) of the engine, and determining, by the controller, an estimated piston temperature based on at least the throttle position and the engine speed.
F02D 35/02 - Non-electrical control of engines, dependent on conditions exterior or interior to engines, not otherwise provided for on interior conditions
F02D 41/00 - Electrical control of supply of combustible mixture or its constituents
89.
STORAGE CONTAINER WITH RECESSED CAVITIES FOR REARRANGEMENT
A storage container comprises an outer surface and an inner surface, the outer surface having one or more cavities. A locking mechanism may be located in a cavity disposed on the bottom of the storage container and have arms to allow for locking and unlocking of the same despite the distal positioning of the locking mechanism form the outer surface of the container. Handles may be hingedly located within a cavity in the outer side surface of the container and can be moved into holding positions and back.
An ice scratcher assembly, comprises a base having a first portion and a second portion, a coiled structure coupled to the first portion, the coiled structure being interconnected to a scratcher end via an arm, and a hand structure interconnected to the second portion by at least one joint having a first axis, wherein the at least one joint is configured to receive at least one rotating component that when coupled to the at least one joint provides a rotational axis that is colinear with the first axis of the at least one joint.
A vehicle includes a mounting assembly for selectively connecting a device to the vehicle. The mounting assembly includes at least one cowling, a magnet, a support surface and a ferromagnetic plate. The support surface defines a receiving recess that is in alignment with the magnet along a normal of the support surface. The ferromagnetic plate is configured to connect to the device, is sized and shaped to be received in the receiving recess, and is selectively magnetically connected to the magnet. When the ferromagnetic plate is connected to the device and received in the receiving recess, the ferromagnetic plate is magnetically connected to the magnet. In response to a force causing the ferromagnetic plate to disconnect from the magnet, a bottom edge of the device contacts the support surface at a contact point below the receiving recess, and pivots about a pivot axis passing through the contact point.
B60R 11/02 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for for radio sets, television sets, telephones, or the likeArrangement of controls thereof
A motor assembly including an annulus gear including an annulus gear body having a hollow cylindrical form, and a plurality of annulus gear teeth disposed on an inner surface of the annulus gear body; at least one first outrunner motor disposed in an interior of the annulus gear, the at least one first motor being arranged to drive the annulus gear; a carrier disposed at least partially in the interior of the annulus gear, the carrier including a plurality of carrier gears rotationally connected to the carrier body, the carrier gears being engaged with the annulus gear; a center gear disposed in the interior of the annulus gear, the carrier gears being engaged with the center gear; and at least one second outrunner motor disposed in the interior of the annulus gear, the at least one second motor being arranged to drive the center gear.
H02K 7/116 - Structural association with clutches, brakes, gears, pulleys or mechanical starters with gears
F16H 1/28 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion
F16H 3/72 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with variable gear ratio or for reversing rotary motion using gears having orbital motion with a secondary drive, e.g. regulating motor, in order to vary speed continuously
F16H 55/06 - Use of materialsUse of treatments of toothed members or worms to affect their intrinsic material properties
A snowmobile has: a frame having a tunnel; a seat disposed at least in part over the tunnel; a motor supported by the frame; an endless drive track disposed at least in part under the tunnel, the endless drive track being driven by the motor; a steering system including a handlebar, the handlebar being pivotally connected to the frame; a left ski operatively connected to the steering system; and a right ski operatively connected to the steering system. The steering system is configured such that, in response to the handlebar being turned for making a left turn, the right ski is turned counterclockwise, as viewed from above the snowmobile, by a greater angle than the left ski; and in response to the handlebar being turned for making a right turn, the left ski is turned clockwise, as viewed from above the snowmobile, by a greater angle than the right ski.
A vehicle steering system has: a steering column; a pitman arm connected to a lower end of the steering column; a left tie rod having an inner end pivotally connected to the pitman arm about a first axis; and a right tie rod having an inner end pivotally connected to the pitman arm about the first axis. A vehicle having the vehicle steering system is also disclosed.
A system for connecting an accessory to an item, the system including an anchor fixture with a first electrical element and an anchor including a second electrical element arranged to contact the first electrical element to electrically connect the anchor fixture to the anchor when the anchor is connected to the anchor fixture. The anchor is selectively secured to the anchor fixture by inserting the anchor lock through the anchor aperture and moving the anchor lock relative to the anchor fixture to place the anchor lock in the locked position.
B62J 9/27 - Containers specially adapted for cycles, e.g. panniers or saddle bags attached to the cycle as accessories characterised by mounting arrangements, e.g. quick release arrangements
B62J 11/19 - Supporting arrangements specially adapted for fastening specific devices to cycles, e.g. supports for attaching maps for mechanical cables, hoses, pipes or electric wires, e.g. cable guides specially adapted for electric wires
B62J 45/00 - Electrical equipment arrangements specially adapted for use as accessories on cycles, not otherwise provided for
96.
SNOWMOBILE HAVING A CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION
A snowmobile includes a frame, a driver seat supported by the frame, a left footrest and a right footrest, a rear suspension assembly connected to the frame, an endless track supported by the rear suspension assembly, a motor supported by the frame and operatively connected to the endless track, a drive shaft, a driven shaft operatively connected to the endless track, and a continuously variable transmission (CVT) operatively connecting the drive shaft to the endless track. The CVT comprises a drive pulley being operatively connected to the motor via the drive shaft, a driven pulley being operatively connected to the endless track by the driven shaft, a belt operatively connecting the drive pulley to the driven pulley, and a CVT housing enclosing the drive pulley, the driven pulley and the belt. The CVT housing defines an air inlet and air outlets including a first and a second air outlet.
B62M 9/08 - Transmissions characterised by use of an endless chain, belt, or the like of changeable ratio using a single chain, belt, or the like involving eccentrically-mounted or elliptically-shaped driving or driven wheelTransmissions characterised by use of an endless chain, belt, or the like of changeable ratio using a single chain, belt, or the like with expansible driving or driven wheel
B62M 27/02 - Propulsion devices for sledges or the like power driven
97.
SNOWMOBILE HAVING A CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION
A snowmobile includes a frame, a driver seat supported by the frame, a left footrest and a right footrest, a rear suspension assembly connected to the frame, an endless track supported by the rear suspension assembly, a motor supported by the frame and operatively connected to the endless track, a drive shaft operatively connected to the endless track, and a continuously variable transmission (CVT) operatively connecting the drive shaft to the endless track. The CVT comprises a drive pulley operatively connected to the motor, a driven pulley mounted to the driven shaft, a belt operatively connecting the drive pulley to the driven pulley, and a CVT housing having a first lateral side, a second lateral side, and a peripheral wall defining together an internal volume of the CVT housing, enclosing the drive pulley, the driven pulley and the belt. The CVT housing defines an air inlet and an air outlet.
B62M 9/08 - Transmissions characterised by use of an endless chain, belt, or the like of changeable ratio using a single chain, belt, or the like involving eccentrically-mounted or elliptically-shaped driving or driven wheelTransmissions characterised by use of an endless chain, belt, or the like of changeable ratio using a single chain, belt, or the like with expansible driving or driven wheel
B62M 27/02 - Propulsion devices for sledges or the like power driven
A lift-propulsion assembly and a watercraft. The watercraft includes a buoyant body having upper and lower surfaces on respective upper and lower sides thereof; a lift-propulsion system including a mast connected to the buoyant body, the mast having a proximal end and a distal end, the mast extending from the lower side of the buoyant body; and the lift-propulsion assembly. The assembly includes an assembly frame connected to the distal end of the mast; a propulsion unit for providing thrust to the watercraft, the propulsion unit being connected to the assembly frame; a hydrofoil for providing lift to the watercraft, the hydrofoil being selectively connected to the assembly frame; and a manually-operable attachment system connecting the hydrofoil to the assembly frame.
