Title:
ROWING-MOTION PROPELLED WHEELCHAIR GENERATING POWER FROM ROWING MOTIONS IN BOTH DIRECTIONS
Document Type and Number:
WIPO Patent Application WO/2010/118184
Kind Code:
A3
Abstract:
The present invention solves many of the problems for the wheelchair bound individual who wants an ergonomically sensible, convenient, yet powerful and stable wheelchair. The Trike's unique power source is provided by a rowing-type motion of the user rather than the less efficient "hand rim" grip or wrist propulsion. Power is generated both in the out rowing stroke and the in rowing stroke through a inventive power drive. The rowing motion significantly reduces the chances for repetitive stress injuries, like carpal tunnel. Furthermore, the rowing motion and movements are designed to facilitate efficient propulsion and steering in combination, to be effected simultaneously. The rowing motion allows the user's full arm strength and full range of motion to assist in the powering of the vehicle.
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Inventors:
BAYNE CHRISTOPHER J (US)
BARKER STEVEN (US)
BARKER STEVEN (US)
Application Number:
PCT/US2010/030308
Publication Date:
January 06, 2011
Filing Date:
April 07, 2010
Export Citation:
Assignee:
ROTA MOBILITY INC (US)
BAYNE CHRISTOPHER J (US)
BARKER STEVEN (US)
BAYNE CHRISTOPHER J (US)
BARKER STEVEN (US)
International Classes:
B62D61/00
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Attorney, Agent or Firm:
DORT, David, B. (P.C.119 South Saint Asaph, Suite 20, Alexandria VA, US)
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