A vehicle and steering system for a vehicle are described. The vehicle is described to include a frame and a first set of wheels configured to rotate about a first rotational axis. Each wheel in the first set of wheels is independently motor controlled and pivotably mounted to the frame such that the first set of wheels spin about a first steering axis. The first steering axis may be orthogonal to the first rotational axis.
B60K 7/00 - Disposition du moteur dans ou jouxtant une roue motrice
B60K 17/30 - Agencement ou montage des transmissions sur les véhicules les éléments propulsifs terminaux, p. ex. les roues, étant orientables
B60K 31/00 - Accessoires agissant sur un seul sous-ensemble pour la commande automatique de la vitesse des véhicules, c.-à-d. empêchant la vitesse de dépasser une valeur déterminée de façon arbitraire ou maintenant une vitesse donnée choisie par le conducteur du véhicule
G05D 1/02 - Commande de la position ou du cap par référence à un système à deux dimensions
B62K 11/00 - Motocyclettes, vélomoteurs ou scooters avec une ou deux roues
B60B 19/00 - Roues non prévues ailleurs ou ayant des caractéristiques précisées dans l'un des sous-groupes du présent groupe
B62K 25/02 - Suspensions des moyeux de roues pour montage rigide des moyeux sur le cadre ou la fourche, p. ex. réglable
G05D 1/00 - Commande de la position, du cap, de l'altitude ou de l'attitude des véhicules terrestres, aquatiques, aériens ou spatiaux, p. ex. utilisant des pilotes automatiques
A system and a vehicle are described. An illustrative system includes a vacuum chamber and one or more components of a motor. The one or more components of the motor may be provided in the vacuum chamber and may be configured to move in a partial or complete vacuum created within the vacuum chamber.
A system and a vehicle are described. An illustrative system includes a vacuum chamber and one or more components of a motor. The one or more components of the motor may be provided in the vacuum chamber and may be configured to move in a partial or complete vacuum created within the vacuum chamber.
B60T 17/02 - Aménagements des pompes ou compresseurs ou de leurs dispositifs de commande
B60K 1/00 - Agencement ou montage des ensembles de propulsion électriques
B60L 50/60 - Propulsion électrique par source d'énergie intérieure au véhicule utilisant de la puissance de propulsion fournie par des batteries ou des piles à combustible utilisant de l'énergie fournie par des batteries
A system and method for refueling a vehicle are described. An illustrative refueling system is taught to include a lift configured to lift and lower a vehicle frame, a coupling and coupling receiver that releasably connect a wheel to the vehicle frame, and a wheel travel lane that enables a replacement wheel to be rolled underneath the vehicle frame while the vehicle frame is lifted.
A number of different vehicle configurations are disclosed. An illustrative vehicle is disclosed to include a solid surfaced body having a front end, a propulsion unit that applies a propulsion force to the body and causes the front end to travel toward a traveling medium in a direction of travel, and at least one output port that is positioned on the body in such a way that fluid expelled from the at least one output port is expelled in a direction opposite to the propulsion force, wherein the fluid expelled from the at least one output port is expelled at a rate that is at least one order of magnitude less than a rate at which fluid is displaced by the propulsion unit.
B63B 1/38 - Autres moyens pour faire varier les caractéristiques hydrodynamiques inhérentes aux coques par réduction du frottement utilisant des bulles d'air ou des coussins d'air
B62D 35/00 - Caisses de véhicule caractérisées par leur aérodynamisme
B64C 21/10 - Moyens permettant d'influencer l'écoulement d'air sur les surfaces des aéronefs en agissant sur la couche limite par utilisation d'autres caractéristiques de la surface, p. ex. la rugosité
Mechanisms are disclosed for releasably attaching a wheel to a vehicle in a position where the wheel supports a weight of the vehicle. An illustrative quick connect system is described to include a wheel, a vehicle frame, and a coupling system that releasably attaches the wheel to the vehicle frame. The coupling system, when in a coupled state, may substantially prevent or oppose rotation between a wheel core and the vehicle frame.
A liquid container includes a cap with a pouring aperture and an airflow aperture. Air flows into the container via the airflow aperture when liquid flows out of the container via the pouring aperture, thus maintaining a balanced pressure inside and outside the liquid container to minimize or prevent the common glugging effect and allow liquid to flow smoothly from the container. In some embodiments, a dosing insert facilitates the dispensing of only a single dose of liquid at a time from the liquid container.
A device is provided that assists with equalizing air pressure within a container with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the container and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The device is provided with the ability to simultaneously equalize pressure in the container while also providing a drip collection mechanism. The device may be configured for unidirectional pouring or multi-directional pouring.
B65D 23/06 - Attrape-gouttes faisant corps, ou moyens pour empêcher le récipient de dégoutter
B65D 47/08 - Fermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes avec goulottes ou tubes de déversementFermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes avec tuyères ou passages pour la décharge ayant des fermetures articulées ou à charnières
B65D 47/10 - Fermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes avec goulottes ou tubes de déversementFermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes avec tuyères ou passages pour la décharge ayant des fermetures frangibles
B65D 47/20 - Fermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes comportant des éléments fonctionnant à la main pour commander l'évacuation
B65D 47/32 - Fermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes comportant des évents
B65D 51/16 - Fermetures non prévues ailleurs avec moyens pour laisser partir l'air ou le gaz
B65D 51/22 - Capuchons, couvercles ou chapeaux fonctionnant avec une fermeture intérieure disposée pour être ouverte en perçant, coupant ou déchirant comportant des moyens pour percer, couper ou déchirer la fermeture intérieure
B65D 51/24 - Fermetures non prévues ailleurs combinées avec dispositifs auxiliaires pour des buts autres que la fermeture
A number of different vehicle configurations are disclosed. An illustrative vehicle is disclosed to include a solid surfaced body having a front end, a propulsion unit that applies a propulsion force to the body and causes the front end to travel toward a traveling medium in a direction of travel, and at least one output port that is positioned on the body in such a way that fluid expelled from the at least one output port is expelled in a direction opposite to the propulsion force, wherein the fluid expelled from the at least one output port is expelled at a rate that is at least one order of magnitude less than a rate at which fluid is displaced by the propulsion unit.
B63B 1/38 - Autres moyens pour faire varier les caractéristiques hydrodynamiques inhérentes aux coques par réduction du frottement utilisant des bulles d'air ou des coussins d'air
B60H 1/00 - Dispositifs de chauffage, de refroidissement ou de ventilation
B60H 3/00 - Autres dispositifs de traitement de l'air
B60K 11/06 - Dispositions des ensembles de propulsion relatives au refroidissement avec refroidissement par air
Vehicles are disclosed that are configured to carry loads in a stabilized manner, such that the load is maintained in a substantially constant position or orientation relative to a predetermined reference point or frame even as the vehicle moves. A stabilization controller in such a vehicle receives information about movement of the vehicle relative to the reference point or plane from one or more sensors on the vehicle, and uses the information to control one or more movable objects by which the load is secured to the vehicle so as to maintain a relatively constant relationship between the load and the reference point or plane.
B62D 37/04 - Stabilisation des caisses de véhicules sans agir sur les dispositifs de suspension au moyen de masses mobiles
B60K 7/00 - Disposition du moteur dans ou jouxtant une roue motrice
G05D 1/00 - Commande de la position, du cap, de l'altitude ou de l'attitude des véhicules terrestres, aquatiques, aériens ou spatiaux, p. ex. utilisant des pilotes automatiques
Vehicles are disclosed which have a lower center of gravity than existing all-terrain, amphibious, and unmanned ground vehicles due to the location of propulsion units and other vehicle components inside the wheels of the vehicle. The vehicles can climb over large obstacles yet are also able to corner at high speeds. The vehicles can be configured for direct manual operation or operation by remote control, and can also be configured for a wide variety of missions.
B60K 7/00 - Disposition du moteur dans ou jouxtant une roue motrice
B60B 35/04 - Essieux fixes, c.-à-d. ne transmettant pas le couple droits
B62D 61/02 - Véhicules à moteur ou remorques, caractérisés par la disposition ou le nombre de roues et non prévus ailleurs, p. ex. quatre roues disposées en losange avec deux roues en tandem disposées sur l'axe longitudinal du véhicule
B62D 61/06 - Véhicules à moteur ou remorques, caractérisés par la disposition ou le nombre de roues et non prévus ailleurs, p. ex. quatre roues disposées en losange avec uniquement trois roues
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PRESSURE EQUALIZATION APPARATUS FOR A CONTAINER AND METHODS ASSOCIATED THEREWITH
A device is provided that assists with equalizing air pressure within a container with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the container and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The device is provided with the ability to simultaneously equalize pressure in the container while also providing a drip collection mechanism. The device may be configured for unidirectional pouring or multi-directional pouring.
B65D 51/22 - Capuchons, couvercles ou chapeaux fonctionnant avec une fermeture intérieure disposée pour être ouverte en perçant, coupant ou déchirant comportant des moyens pour percer, couper ou déchirer la fermeture intérieure
B65D 17/44 - Réceptacles rigides ou semi-rigides spécialement conçus pour être ouverts par coupage ou perçage, ou en perçant ou en déchirant des éléments ou des parties frangibles à l'aide de dispositifs coupants, perçants ou utilisables pour couper l'outil de perforation étant utilisé comme fermeture
B65D 47/38 - Fermetures avec parties frangibles conçues pour être percées, déchirées ou enlevées pour créer des ouvertures d'évacuation avec moyens de percement disposés pour agir ensuite comme une soupape contrôlant l'ouverture
B65D 47/36 - Fermetures avec parties frangibles conçues pour être percées, déchirées ou enlevées pour créer des ouvertures d'évacuation
B65D 47/10 - Fermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes avec goulottes ou tubes de déversementFermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes avec tuyères ou passages pour la décharge ayant des fermetures frangibles
B65D 47/32 - Fermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes comportant des évents
B65D 51/16 - Fermetures non prévues ailleurs avec moyens pour laisser partir l'air ou le gaz
A transmission system for vehicles, including bicycles, is disclosed. The system aligns a chain or other drive means to a center of each of a plurality of provided sprockets, allows for a smaller, lighter and more durable shifter/controller, and reduces various complications associated with cable slack and shifting. A derailleur is provided with linear actuated features to directly translate drive means from one position to another along a desired path.
B62M 9/12 - Transmissions caractérisées par l'emploi d'une chaîne sans fin, d'une courroie ou d'un organe similaire de rapport variable utilisant une seule chaîne, courroie ou organe similaire comportant des roues de dimensions différentes engagées sélectivement par la chaîne, la courroie ou l'organe similaire la chaîne, la courroie ou l'organe similaire étant déplaçables latéralement
B62M 25/04 - Commandes pour mécanismes de changement de vitesses spécialement adaptées aux cycles avec systèmes de transmission mécanique, p. ex. par câbles, leviers actionnés à la main
A transmission system for vehicles, including bicycles, is disclosed. The system aligns a chain or other drive means to a center of each of a plurality of provided sprockets, allows for a smaller, lighter and more durable shifter/controller, and reduces various complications associated with cable slack and shifting. A derailleur is provided with linear actuated features to directly translate drive means from one position to another along a desired path.
F16H 9/00 - Transmissions pour transmettre un mouvement rotatif à rapport de vitesse variable ou pour inverser un mouvement rotatif par des organes flexibles sans fin
F16H 59/00 - Entrées de commande vers des transmissions transmettant un mouvement rotatif pour changements de vitesse ou pour mécanismes d'inversion
F16H 61/00 - Fonctions internes aux unités de commande pour changements de vitesse ou pour mécanismes d'inversion des transmissions transmettant un mouvement rotatif
F16H 63/00 - Sorties de commande vers les transmissions transmettant un mouvement rotatif pour changements de vitesse ou pour mécanismes d'inversion
B62M 25/04 - Commandes pour mécanismes de changement de vitesses spécialement adaptées aux cycles avec systèmes de transmission mécanique, p. ex. par câbles, leviers actionnés à la main
Vehicles are disclosed which have a lower center of gravity than existing all-terrain, amphibious, and unmanned ground vehicles due to the location of propulsion units and other vehicle components inside the wheels of the vehicle. The vehicles can climb over large obstacles yet are also able to corner at high speeds. The vehicles can be configured for direct manual operation or operation by remote control, and can also be configured for a wide variety of missions.
A method, a system, and a device are disclosed which are capable of using moving liquid to create energy in the form of compressed air. The method, system, and/or device does not harm or consume the liquid to operate. The compressed air can be used to operate anything from vehicles to electric generators.
A method, a system, and a device are disclosed which are capable of using moving liquid to create energy in the form of compressed air. The method, system, and/or device does not harm or consume the liquid to operate. The compressed air can be used to operate anything from vehicles to electric generators.
F04F 5/08 - Pompes à jet, p. ex. dispositifs dans lesquels le flux est produit par la chute de pression causée par la vitesse d'un autre fluide le fluide inducteur étant un liquide déplaçant des fluides compressibles le fluide compressible à pomper étant entraîné dans une colonne de liquide en chute libre
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Pressure equalization apparatus for a bottle and methods associated therewith
A device that assists with equalizing air pressure within a bottle with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the bottle and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The air tubes are situated with an upper inlet rim of the air tubes located flush with or relatively near the bottle rim. Whether an insert or integrated into the manufacture of a container, the one or more air tubes that extend partially into the container allow air to pass into the container as the liquid exits the container. The pressure equalizer not only minimizes or prevents the common glugging effect, but it allows liquid from a bottle to be poured smoothly at any angle and orientation. A cap incorporating a detachable pressure equalizer is also described.
B65D 23/04 - Moyens pour mélanger ou permettre l'écoulement du contenu
B65D 47/04 - Fermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes
B65D 47/06 - Fermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes avec goulottes ou tubes de déversementFermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes avec tuyères ou passages pour la décharge
B65D 47/32 - Fermetures avec dispositifs de décharge autres que des pompes comportant des évents
B65D 1/02 - Bouteilles ou réceptacles similaires, à cols ou à ouvertures rétrécies analogues, conçus pour verser le contenu
A bicycle transmission system is provided herein. The bicycle transmission system includes a sprocket or ring that is capable of sliding amongst an infinite number of lateral positions relative to a crank arm. The movement of the sprocket or ring facilitates an optimal chain path from the sprocket or ring to another sprocket or ring in the transmission system and, therefore, increases the efficiency with which power is transferred through the system.
A device that assists with equalizing air pressure within a bottle with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the bottle and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The air tubes are situated with an upper inlet rim of the air tubes located flush with or relatively near the bottle rim. Whether an insert or integrated into the manufacture of a container, the one or more air tubes that extend partially into the container allow air to pass into the container as the liquid exits the container. The pressure equalizer not only minimizes or prevents the common glugging effect, but it allows liquid from a bottle to be poured smoothly at any angle and orientation. A cap incorporating a detachable pressure equalizer is also described.
A transmission system for vehicles, including bicycles, is disclosed. The system aligns a chain or other drive means to a center of each of a plurality of provided sprockets, allows for a smaller, lighter and more durable shifter/controller, and reduces various complications associated with cable slack and shifting. A derailleur is provided with linear actuated features to directly translate drive means from one position to another along a desired path.
A device that assists with equalizing air pressure within a bottle with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the bottle and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The air tubes are situated with an upper inlet rim of the air tubes located flush with or relatively near the bottle rim. Whether an insert or integrated into the manufacture of a container, the one or more air tubes that extend partially into the container allow air to pass into the container as the liquid exits the container. The pressure equalizer not only minimizes or prevents the common glugging effect, but it allows liquid from a bottle to be poured smoothly at any angle and orientation. A cap incorporating a detachable pressure equalizer is also described.
B65D 51/16 - Fermetures non prévues ailleurs avec moyens pour laisser partir l'air ou le gaz
B65D 83/36 - Récipients pour distribuer des contenus liquides ou semi-liquides par pression interne de gaz, c.-à-d. réceptacles aérosols contenant un propulseur permettant le fonctionnement dans toutes les positions
21 - Ustensiles, récipients, matériaux pour le ménage; verre; porcelaine; faience
Produits et services
[ Plastic liquid containers for commercial and industrial use sold empty; ] plastic liquid containers for commercial and industrial use featuring a breathable bottle neck sold empty [ Plastic bottles for liquids for personal use sold empty; plastic bottles for consumable beverages sold empty; plastic liquid containers for household use sold empty; ] plastic bottles for liquids for personal use featuring a breathable bottle neck sold empty; plastic bottles for consumable beverages featuring a breathable bottle neck sold empty; plastic liquid containers for household use featuring a breathable bottle neck sold empty; plastic bottles for liquids with air tubes that extend partially into the bottle and allow air to pass into the bottle as the liquid exits the bottle sold empty for personal and household use
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Pressure equalization apparatus for a bottle and methods associated therewith
A device that assists with equalizing air pressure within a bottle with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the bottle and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The air tubes are situated with an upper inlet rim of the air tubes located flush with or relatively near the bottle rim. Whether an insert or integrated into the manufacture of a container, the one or more air tubes that extend partially into the container allow air to pass into the container as the liquid exits the container. The pressure equalizer not only minimizes or prevents the common glugging effect, but it allows liquid from a bottle to be poured smoothly at any angle and orientation. A cap incorporating a detachable pressure equalizer is also described.
A device that assists with equalizing air pressure within a bottle with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the bottle and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The air tubes are situated with an upper inlet rim of the air tubes located flush with or relatively near the bottle rim. Whether an insert or integrated into the manufacture of a container, the one or more air tubes that extend partially into the container allow air to pass into the container as the liquid exits the container. The pressure equalizer not only minimizes or prevents the common glugging effect, but it allows liquid from a bottle to be poured smoothly at any angle and orientation. A cap incorporating a detachable pressure equalizer is also described.
A device that assists with equalizing air pressure within a bottle with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the bottle and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The air tubes are situated with an upper inlet rim of the air tubes located flush with or relatively near the bottle rim. Whether an insert or integrated into the manufacture of a container, the one or more air tubes that extend partially into the container allow air to pass into the container as the liquid exits the container. The pressure equalizer not only minimizes or prevents the common glugging effect, but it allows liquid from a bottle to be poured smoothly at any angle and orientation. A cap incorporating a detachable pressure equalizer is also described.
A device that assists with equalizing air pressure within a bottle with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the bottle and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The air tubes are situated with an upper inlet rim of the air tubes located flush with or relatively near the bottle rim. Whether an insert or integrated into the manufacture of a container, the one or more air tubes that extend partially into the container allow air to pass into the container as the liquid exits the container. The pressure equalizer not only minimizes or prevents the common glugging effect, but it allows liquid from a bottle to be poured smoothly at any angle and orientation. A cap incorporating a detachable pressure equalizer is also described.
A device that assists with equalizing air pressure within a bottle with the atmospheric air pressure as liquid is being poured from the bottle and includes one or more relatively short air tubes. The air tubes are situated with an upper inlet rim of the air tubes located flush with or relatively near the bottle rim. Whether an insert or integrated into the manufacture of a container, the one or more air tubes that extend partially into the container allow air to pass into the container as the liquid exits the container. The pressure equalizer not only minimizes or prevents the common glugging effect, but it allows liquid from a bottle to be poured smoothly at any angle and orientation. A cap incorporating a detachable pressure equalizer is also described.