A control system for controlling a limited-slip differential (LSD) of a vehicle, the vehicle having an engine and left and right ground-engaging elements, the vehicle having the LSD operatively connectable to a driveshaft and to the left and right ground-engaging elements, left and right suspension assemblies connected to the left and right ground-engaging elements, the LSD being adapted for transferring torque from the driveshaft to the left and right ground-engaging elements. The control system includes at least one sensor determining indications of positions of the right and left suspensions or ground-engaging members; and a control unit operatively connected to the LSD and to the sensor, the control unit being configured to execute: receiving sensor signals from the sensor, generating a control signal at least partly based on the sensor signals, and controlling selective locking of the LSD based on the control signal.
F16H 48/22 - Arrangements for suppressing or influencing the differential action, e.g. locking devices using friction clutches or brakes
F16H 48/20 - Arrangements for suppressing or influencing the differential action, e.g. locking devices
F16H 48/34 - Arrangements for suppressing or influencing the differential action, e.g. locking devices using externally-actuatable means using electromagnetic or electric actuators
A personal watercraft has a hull and left and right flow attachment features connected to an underside of the hull near a stern thereof. The left and right flow attachment features are disposed on opposite sides of a longitudinal centerplane of the personal watercraft and are laterally spaced therefrom. For each flow attachment feature of the left and right flow attachment features: the flow attachment feature has a flow surface facing downwardly, the flow surface having a front end and a rear end, the flow surface extending upwardly and rearwardly from the front end to the rear end; and the flow surface is curved in a longitudinal direction of the watercraft such that, in response to water flowing along the flow surface as the personal watercraft moves forwardly on the water, the stern is pulled downwards relative to a bow of the hull.
A method and apparatus for heat management in a side-by-side off-road vehicle having an engine and a continuously variable transmission (CVT) including a cooling system with a CVT cooling intake and a CVT cooling exhaust. The method and apparatus directs CVT cooling exhaust over at least a portion of the exhaust pipe of the engine and to shield heat from the occupant and cargo spaces of the vehicle. The apparatus includes at least one section that concentrically covers the exhaust pipe and channels airflow from the CVT cooling exhaust over the exhaust pipe to be emitted towards the muffler area at the rear of the vehicle.
A battery pack for an electric vehicle, the battery pack including a battery housing; a general battery management system (general BMS) disposed in the battery housing; and a plurality of battery modules disposed in the battery housing, each battery module of the plurality of battery modules including a plurality of battery cells; and a module board including a module battery management system (module BMS) communicatively connected to the general BMS, the module BMS including sensors for sensing an operating condition of the plurality of battery cells; and an integrated current collector disposed within the battery module, the integrated current collector electrically coupling the battery cells together. A method for managing a battery pack of an electric vehicle, the battery pack including the general BMS operatively connected to the battery modules, each battery module including the module BMS, the method being executed by the general BMS.
B60L 53/62 - Monitoring or controlling charging stations in response to charging parameters, e.g. current, voltage or electrical charge
B60L 50/64 - Constructional details of batteries specially adapted for electric vehicles
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
H01M 10/42 - Methods or arrangements for servicing or maintenance of secondary cells or secondary half-cells
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
H01M 50/213 - Racks, modules or packs for multiple batteries or multiple cells characterised by their shape adapted for cells having curved cross-section, e.g. round or elliptic
H01M 50/249 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains
H01M 50/271 - Lids or covers for the racks or secondary casings
H01M 50/509 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteriesInterconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing characterised by the type of connection, e.g. mixed connections
A battery pack for an electric vehicle, the battery pack including a battery housing including: a housing body, at least one heat transfer channel defined in the housing body, the at least one heat transfer channel extending generally through a center portion of the housing body, the at least one heat transfer channel being operative to convey a heat transfer fluid; a plurality of battery cells disposed in the housing body, the plurality of battery cells being disposed in direct thermal communication with the at least one heat transfer channel; and at least one electronic component disposed in the battery housing, the at least one electronic component being in direct thermal communication with the at least one heat transfer channel.
H01M 10/6568 - Liquids characterised by flow circuits, e.g. loops, located externally to the cells or cell casings
B60L 50/64 - Constructional details of batteries specially adapted for electric vehicles
B60L 58/26 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries for controlling the temperature of batteries by cooling
H01M 10/42 - Methods or arrangements for servicing or maintenance of secondary cells or secondary half-cells
H01M 50/213 - Racks, modules or packs for multiple batteries or multiple cells characterised by their shape adapted for cells having curved cross-section, e.g. round or elliptic
H01M 50/249 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains
H01M 50/271 - Lids or covers for the racks or secondary casings
A front suspension assembly for a vehicle, the assembly including a knuckle connected to the front wheel, a lower arm pivotally connected to a first ball joint of the knuckle; an upper arm pivotally connected to the second ball joint of the knuckle; and a shock absorber assembly. The knuckle and the lower and upper arms defining a kingpin axis at least partly extending between an inner surface of the front wheel and an outer surface of the front wheel. The knuckle including a first portion connected to a wheel hub including a first ball joint and a second portion connected to and extending generally upward from the first portion, the second portion including a second ball joint disposed at a top portion of the knuckle.
A powered accessory connection system for a vehicle may have a portable power bar comprising at least one port for electrically connecting an accessory to the vehicle. The portable power bar comprises a housing with at least one surface for mechanically interconnecting itself to the vehicle for securement therein or thereto. The portable power bar is powered by a power source disposed on the vehicle and a plurality of signal transmitting wires interconnect the accessory to the at least one port of the portable power bar.
B60R 16/033 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems characterised by the use of electrical cells or batteries
H01M 50/244 - Secondary casingsRacksSuspension devicesCarrying devicesHolders characterised by their mounting method
H01M 50/249 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains
A method of parking an electric vehicle and the electric vehicle are disclosed. The electric vehicle includes an electric motor operatively connected to a transmission for propelling the electric vehicle. The method includes selecting a park gear shift position. While an engagement member of the transmission is engaged with an output gear of the transmission, biasing a parking member of the transmission towards a parking gear of the transmission; and engaging the parking member with the parking gear.
B60L 15/20 - Methods, circuits or devices for controlling the propulsion of electrically-propelled vehicles, e.g. their traction-motor speed, to achieve a desired performanceAdaptation of control equipment on electrically-propelled vehicles for remote actuation from a stationary place, from alternative parts of the vehicle or from alternative vehicles of the same vehicle train for control of the vehicle or its driving motor to achieve a desired performance, e.g. speed, torque, programmed variation of speed
B60W 10/02 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of driveline clutches
B60W 10/08 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of propulsion units including control of electric propulsion units, e.g. motors or generators
B60W 10/10 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of change-speed gearings
A watercraft has left and right sponsons movable between raised and lowered positions. For each sponson, an actuatable anchor connects the sponson to a hull of the watercraft; and a guiding slot guides movement of the sponson. The actuatable anchor is received in the guiding slot. The sponson is in the raised position when the actuatable anchor is at a first location of the guiding slot, and in the lowered position when the actuatable anchor is at a second location of the guiding slot. The guiding slot has recessed portions at the first and second locations that are shaped and sized to prevent the actuatable anchor from moving relative to the guiding slot when a handle of the actuatable anchor is received therein and is in the locked position. The actuatable anchor is movable from the first and second locations when the handle is in the unlocked position.
B63B 1/22 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydroplane type with adjustable planing surfaces
B63B 1/18 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydroplane type
B63B 34/10 - Power-driven personal watercraft, e.g. water scooters Accessories therefor
B63B 39/06 - Equipment to decrease pitch, roll, or like unwanted vessel movementsApparatus for indicating vessel attitude to decrease vessel movements by using foils acting on ambient water
A method of shifting gears of an electric vehicle and the electric vehicle are disclosed. The electric vehicle includes an electric motor operatively connected to a transmission for propelling the electric vehicle. The method includes selecting a gear position and biasing an engagement member of the transmission toward a gear of the transmission corresponding to the selected gear position. The engagement member has an engaging portion, and the gear has a receiving portion. The method includes controlling the electric motor, by a motor controller, to apply a torque to the gear in a first direction and, in response to applying the torque, aligning the engaging portion and the receiving portion such that the engagement member is biased further toward the gear; and the engaging portion is received in the receiving portion to engage the engaging member with the gear.
An exemplary anchor attachment device may comprise a body having a top surface interconnecting a pair of legs and a cavity within the body. An exemplary body may have an opening through a thickness between the top surface and the cavity and also have a passage between the pair of legs and through the cavity. An exemplary anchor attachment device may comprise a u-shaped jaw rotatably coupled to the body within the cavity such that the jaw comprises an arm on either side of a lock having at least one tooth structure descending away from the arm of the jaw.
Track assembly mountable on a drive axle of a vehicle. The track assembly has a frame, a leading idler wheel mounted to the frame for rotation about a leading idler wheel axis, a trailing idler wheel mounted to the frame for rotation about a trailing idler wheel axis, a drive wheel assembly, and at least two slide rails. The slide rails have corresponding forward-facing portions, central portions, and rearward-facing portions. The slide rails having a bottom surface with aforward horizontal projection which is greater than a central portion length. A vehicle having the track assembly.
B62D 55/084 - Endless-track units or carriages mounted separably, adjustably or extensibly on vehicles, e.g. portable track units
A61G 5/04 - Chairs or personal conveyances specially adapted for patients or disabled persons, e.g. wheelchairs motor-driven
A61G 5/06 - Chairs or personal conveyances specially adapted for patients or disabled persons, e.g. wheelchairs with obstacle-mounting facilities, e.g. for climbing stairs
B62D 11/20 - Endless-track steering having pivoted bogie carrying track
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 55/065 - Multi-track vehicles, i.e. more than two tracks
An electric vehicle including a frame; at least one ground-engaging member operatively connected to the frame; an electric motor operatively connected to the at least one ground-engaging member; an electric powerpack supported by the frame, the powerpack including: a battery pack defining a battery cooling channel; and a plurality of battery cells housed in the battery housing; a charger defining a charger cooling channel; an inverter including an inverter cooling channel, the battery cooling channel, the charger cooling channel, and the inverter cooling channel being fluidly connected together by rigid fluid connections; radiators fluidly connected to the battery cooling channel; a cooling circuit being formed at least in part by the battery cooling channel, the charger cooling channel, the inverter cooling channel, and the at least one radiator; and a pump fluidly connected to the cooling circuit for pumping liquid coolant through the cooling circuit.
H01M 10/667 - Heat-exchange relationships between the cells and other systems, e.g. central heating systems or fuel cells the system being an electronic component, e.g. a CPU, an inverter or a capacitor
A straddle seat electric vehicle including an electric motor and an electric powerpack including a battery pack including a battery housing including a housing body, a cooling channel extending generally vertically through a center portion of the housing body, two covers selectively connected to the housing body; a plurality of cylindrical battery cells disposed in a two chambers defined by the housing laterally between the cooling channel and the first cover, each battery cell of the first plurality of battery cells extending generally orthogonally to the cooling channel and the first cover; one or more current collectors electrically connected to the first plurality of battery cells, the covers enclosing the current collectors and outer ends of the battery cells being electrically insulated from the at least one first current collector.
H01M 50/107 - Primary casingsJackets or wrappings characterised by their shape or physical structure having curved cross-section, e.g. round or elliptic
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.
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
33.
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
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
38.
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
39.
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 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 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
44.
SPACERS FOR MOUNTING A BATTERY PACK TO A SUBFRAME OF AN ELECTRIC SNOWMOBILE
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 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 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 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 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 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
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.
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 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
87.
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
88.
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.
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.
An electric snowmobile has: a frame having a tunnel; a seat; at least one ski operatively connected to the frame; 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; a battery pack connected to the frame and electrically connected to the electric motor; a heater fluidly connected to the battery pack; a pump fluidly connected to the heater and the battery pack for circulating coolant between the heater and the battery pack; a charger electrically connected to the battery pack; and a charging port connected to the frame. The charger and heater are electrically connected in parallel to the charging port such that the heater is powered via the charging port by an external power source selectively connected to the charging port and not via the charger or the battery pack.
B60L 58/27 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries for controlling the temperature of batteries by heating
B60K 1/04 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units of the electric storage means for propulsion
B60L 1/02 - Supplying electric power to auxiliary equipment of electrically-propelled vehicles to electric heating circuits
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 50/64 - Constructional details of batteries specially adapted for electric vehicles
An electric snowmobile has: a frame having a tunnel; a seat connected to the tunnel; at least one ski operatively connected to the frame; a steering column operatively connected to the 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 connected to the frame and electrically connected to the electric motor. The frame also has a brace assembly connected to and extending forward of the tunnel. The brace assembly is mounted to the battery pack. The steering column is pivotally connected to the brace assembly. The steering column is pivotable about a steering axis. A vertical plane containing the steering axis passes through the battery pack.
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 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 to the vehicle portion, the roof being connected to the roof portion near the front edge of the roof.
B60J 7/14 - Non-fixed roofsRoofs with movable panels of non-sliding type, i.e. movable or removable roofs or panels, e.g. let-down tops or roofs capable of being easily detached or of assuming a collapsed or inoperative position foldableTensioning mechanisms therefor, e.g. struts with a plurality of plate-like elements
B60J 1/04 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at the vehicle front adjustable
An attachment mechanism and method for connecting an item to a tube structure. The attachment mechanism includes a male portion defining a notch therein; at least one nut configured to be selectively received in the notch; and a fastener. When in use, the fastener draws the nut deeper into the notch, causing an outer circumference of the male portion to expand and engage with an interior surface of the tube structure. The method includes inserting a nut into a notch of the male portion; inserting the male portion and the nut into the tube structure; inserting a fastener into an opening in the tube structure, through the male portion, and into the nut; and tightening the fastener to draw the nut deeper into the notch, the nut causing an outer circumference of the male portion to expand and engage with an interior surface of the tube structure.
A rack system for a vehicle, the vehicle having a cargo space for cargo storage, the rack system including a lining including a first lining side wall configured to extend on a left side of the vehicle and having defined therein left-side apertures and a second lining side wall configured to extend on a right side of the vehicle and having defined therein a plurality of right-side apertures; a left side foot assembly and a right side foot assembly each including an anchoring element portion for removably attaching the foot assembly to the lining side wall and a foot portion connected to the anchoring element; and at least one support member connectable to the left foot portion and to the right foot portion.
B60P 1/43 - Vehicles predominantly for transporting loads and modified to facilitate loading, consolidating the load, or unloading using a loading ramp mounted on the vehicle
B60J 7/14 - Non-fixed roofsRoofs with movable panels of non-sliding type, i.e. movable or removable roofs or panels, e.g. let-down tops or roofs capable of being easily detached or of assuming a collapsed or inoperative position foldableTensioning mechanisms therefor, e.g. struts with a plurality of plate-like elements
A two-stroke engine assembly has a two-stroke internal combustion engine (ICE) and an exhaust system fluidly connected to the ICE. The exhaust system has a tuned pipe and at least one catalytic converter. A bypass valve is provided to selectively bypass the at least one catalytic converter. A method for controlling a two-stroke engine assembly controls the ICE to bring the temperature of exhaust gases within an operating temperature range of the catalytic converter. Another method for controlling a two-stroke engine assembly uses a lambda sensor to control the air-fuel ratio in cylinders of the ICE.
