Abstract

A portable, human-powered, catamaran styled water cycle that can be used by users of all ages. The water cycle contains a left pontoon, a right pontoon, a steering mechanism, a propelling mechanism, a seat, a left wheel, and a right wheel. The steering mechanism has a rudder which is controlled with the use of a steering handle. The propelling mechanism has a propeller which is powered by pedaling. The left pontoon and the right pontoon are both foldable such that the water cycle can be extended or collapsed conveniently. The seat is cushioned and also includes a back rest which can be used as a second seat when required. The left wheel is mounted onto the left pontoon and the right wheel is mounted onto the right pontoon. Therefore, the water cycle can be dragged with the use of the wheels for storing purposes.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 35/36 - Pontoons foldable
• B63H 16/08 - Other apparatus for converting muscle power into propulsive effort
• B63B 1/12 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls the hulls being interconnected rigidly
• B63B 7/04 - Collapsible, foldable, inflatable or like vessels comprising only rigid parts sectionalised
• B63B 7/00 - Collapsible, foldable, inflatable or like vessels
• B63H 16/20 - Other apparatus for converting muscle power into propulsive effort using rotary cranking arm