ES1299308U - TRANSPARENT WATERCRAFT (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Transparent aquatic vehicle that, applicable as a recreational boat for one, two or several users, whether in the sea, rivers, lakes, or others, propelled by human traction and/or motor, is characterized by comprising: - a cabin (2) transparent, at least, in most of its lateral and upper surface, of dimensions suitable to accommodate said users inside, in such a way that, once inside, they have a view of the entire external environment; and - at least one float (3) on which the transparent cabin (2) is supported. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

TRANSPARENT WATERCRAFT

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The invention, as expressed in the statement of this descriptive report, refers to a transparent aquatic vehicle that provides, for the function for which it is intended, advantages and characteristics that are described in detail later and that represent an improved alternative to the state state of the art.

The object of the present invention lies in a floating water vehicle that, intended mainly as a pleasure boat propelled by pedals or another system of human and/or motor drive for one or more users, is essentially distinguished by the fact that it includes a transparent cabin, suitable for welcoming users inside, in such a way that it protects them from inclement weather and prevents them from getting wet with water, while allowing them to enjoy a full view of the environment through which the vehicle moves , optionally including the aquatic bottom, making it especially suitable for use in any aquatic location, be it the sea, rivers, lakes, etc. and regardless of the weather.

FIELD OF APPLICATION OF THE INVENTION

The field of application of the present invention falls within the sector of the industry dedicated to the manufacture of aquatic vehicles and vessels, focusing particularly on the field of vehicles and vessels intended for leisure and recreational use.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Recreational vehicles or boats for one, two or more users that are propelled either with pedals, such as the well-known pedal skates, or with oars, such as recreational boats, or even with a small motor, such as the boats.

The main problem with this type of boat is that they are only suitable for use during the summer season or in places with good weather all year round, since it is practically impossible not to get wet when boarding them, especially in the case of skids. pedals and, above all, because if it rains and is cold or windy, they cannot be enjoyed in the same way, since users get cold and wet. In addition, in the case of having a cabin to protect yourself from the cold or rain, the cabins of currently known boats, which are usually larger and it is usually necessary to have a skipper's title to carry them, are closed cabins with small Windows that prevent enjoying the landscape. Likewise, another problem with boats is that, when they are motorized, they tend to make a lot of noise and if they do not have a cabin, said noise is a nuisance for users.

The objective of the present invention is, therefore, to provide the market with a new type of recreational boat that users can use at any time of the year and in any location, being protected from the weather, which in some places can be unfavorable during all year round, for example in rainy places like Galicia, and at the same time being able to enjoy the views of the surroundings without impediments of any kind and without the inconvenience of engine noise.

On the other hand, and as a reference to the current state of the art, it should be noted that, at least by the applicant, the existence of any other transparent aquatic vehicle, or any other vessel or invention with a similar application, that presents characteristics techniques, the same or similar to those presented by the one claimed here.

EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

The transparent water vehicle that the invention proposes is configured as an ideal solution to the aforementioned objective which, in turn, represents an improvement on the current state of the art, with the characterizing details that make it possible and that distinguish it conveniently collected in the final claims that accompany this description.

Specifically, what the invention proposes, as previously noted, is a floating water vehicle or vessel intended mainly for recreational use for one, two or several users, whether in the sea, rivers, lakes, etc. , being propelled by pedals and/or by means of a motor, which is essentially distinguished by the fact that it has a transparent cabin, specifically a transparent sphere-shaped cabin, with dimensions suitable to accommodate users inside, advantageously allowing These users can be protected from inclement weather, such as cold, rain or wind, in addition to preventing them from getting wet with the water where they move, but allowing them to enjoy a total vision of the environment in which the user is located. vehicle.

In a preferred embodiment, the aquatic vehicle comprises one or more floats, for example two elongated floats parallel to each other, on which the transparent cabin is supported.

Optionally, the transparent cabin is spherical and is located so that its lower part is in contact with the water. In addition, preferably, even said lower part of the sphere is transparent, with which the users can even view the aquatic bottom on which the vehicle moves.

Optionally, the water vehicle of the invention has a rest area outside the cabin, in which it can have seats or loungers, for example, so that users, if they wish, can sit on it, either while moving or when stopping, for example to sunbathe or rest.

Finally, it should be noted that, preferably, the vehicle has pedals associated with a system of rotating blades to be able to move simply with the force of the pedaling of one or two users and, in addition, with a small electric motor, conveniently connected to a battery. power, to be able to move also without effort on the part of the users and in a silent way.

With all this, the main advantage provided by the vehicle of the invention is the possibility it offers of being able to make routes through rivers, lakes, sea or other places where you can enjoy the landscape with the sensation of floating directly on the water, without discomfort. As the noise from the vehicle itself, getting wet with the water through which it navigates, or suffering from adverse weather conditions such as rain, wind, snow...

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

To complement the description that is being made and in order to help a better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, this specification is attached, as an integral part of it, a set of plans in which, for illustrative and non-limiting, the following has been represented:

Figure number 1.- Shows a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of the transparent aquatic vehicle object of the invention, specifically an example for two users driven by an electric motor, appreciating its general configuration;

Figure number 2.- Shows a side elevation view of another example of the transparent aquatic vehicle, according to the invention, in this case an example propelled by pedals;

Figure number 3.- Shows a sectional view, according to a longitudinal section, of another example of the vehicle of the invention, in this case an example driven by an electric motor and pedals;

figures number 4 and 5.- Show respective front elevation views of the example of the vehicle of the invention shown in figure 2, represented respectively with the cabin in closed and open position;

Figure number 6.- Shows a plan view of the transparent aquatic vehicle of the invention, according to the example shown in Figure 3; and

Figure number 7.- Shows a plan view of another example of the transparent aquatic vehicle, in this case an example suitable for a greater number of users.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

In view of the aforementioned figures, and in accordance with the numbering adopted, several examples of non-limiting embodiments of the transparent aquatic vehicle of the invention can be observed in them, which comprise what is described in detail below.

Thus, as can be seen in said figures, the vehicle (1) of the invention, applicable as a recreational boat for one, two or several users, both at sea and in rivers, lakes, or others, propelled by human traction. and/or motor, essentially comprises:

- A cabin (2) that is transparent, at least in most of its lateral and upper surface, and that has such dimensions that it is suitable to accommodate said one, two or several users inside, so that Once inside, they have a vision of the entire external environment; and

- At least one float (3) or flotation means on which the transparent cabin (2) is supported.

Preferably, the vehicle has two elongated side floats (3) parallel to each other, between which the transparent cabin (2) is supported.

Preferably, the lateral floats (3) have a conical shape at their front end and have a small lower keel (4) to favor navigation.

Preferably, the cabin (2) is incorporated between the floats (3) in such a way that it is directly in contact with the water on which the vehicle (1) navigates in, at least, a portion of the lower part thereof. .

Preferably, said lower part of the cabin (2), which is in contact with the water, is also transparent, so that it allows the aquatic bottom to be seen.

Preferably, the cabin (2) is incorporated in the front part of the elongated floats (3), so that the user does not see them directly and has the sensation of floating on the water.

Although it has not been shown in the figures, in an alternative embodiment option, the cabin (2) of the vehicle (1) is incorporated on a single float (3) in the shape of a circular ring.

The transparent cabin (2) preferably has the shape of a sphere.

In any case, preferably, the vehicle has pedals (5) associated with a system of rotating blades (6), to allow movement by human traction impulse, and/or with at least one electric motor (7). propeller for displacement by motorized traction.

For example, the electric motor (7) is incorporated and protected within a casing (8) attached to the rear part of the transparent cabin (2) and conveniently equipped with a battery and connection wiring.

Preferably, the cabin (2) has one, two or more seats (9) for users inside.

In one embodiment, the sphere-shaped cabin (2) is divided into two hemispheres (2a) joined by a hinge (10) that allows one hemisphere (2a) to be folded relative to the other in order to gain access to its interior by users.

Optionally, the two hemispheres (2a) are joined horizontally so that an upper hemisphere (2a) rises to enter the interior, as shown in the example of figure 5, although this does not imply a limitation and, for example, as shown in figure 1, they can be divided vertically

Optionally, the vehicle (1) has a rest area (11) for one or more users outside the cabin (2). Preferably, between the floats (3), either in the front part or in the back part of the cabin (2).

Preferably, the rest area (11) is a rigid platform that includes one or more seats and/or loungers (12).

It should be noted that the cabin (2) will preferably be made of transparent plastic material, such as methacrylate or similar and/or glass, in any case, in a highly resistant material, to withstand use as a cabin to accommodate users and incorporate nailing at the same the seat elements (9) the pedals (5) and other handling elements. Logically, said pedals (5) and other control elements inside the cabin (2), linked to the blade system (6) or to the electric motor (7) located externally, will be installed to connect to them with hermetic bushings in those points that must pass through the cabin (2).

For their part, preferably, the floats (3) will be made of either rigid fiber or inflatable rubber or a combination of both types of materials.

Having sufficiently described the nature of the present invention, as well as the way of putting it into practice, it is not considered necessary to make its explanation more extensive so that any expert in the field understands its scope and the advantages derived from it.

Claims (10)

claims 1. - Transparent aquatic vehicle that, applicable as a recreational boat for one, two or several users, whether in the sea, rivers, lakes, or others, driven by human traction and/or motor, is characterized by comprising: - A transparent cabin (2), at least in most of its lateral and upper surface, with dimensions suitable to accommodate said users inside, in such a way that, once inside, they have a view of the entire environment abroad; and - At least one float (3) on which the transparent cabin (2) is supported. 2. - Transparent water vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that it has two elongated side floats (3) parallel to each other, between which the transparent cabin (2) is supported. 3. - Transparent water vehicle, according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the cabin (2) is incorporated between the floats (3) so that it is directly in contact with the water in at least a portion of the lower part Of the same. 4. - Transparent water vehicle, according to claim 3, characterized in that the lower part of the cabin (2) that is in contact with the water is also transparent, so that it allows to see the aquatic bottom. 5. - Transparent water vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that the cabin (2) of the vehicle (1) is incorporated on a single float (3) in the form of a circular ring. 6. - Transparent water vehicle according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the transparent cabin (2) is spherical in shape. 7. - Transparent water vehicle, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that, for movement, it comprises pedals (5) associated with a system of rotating blades (6) and/or with at least one electric motor (7 ) of helix. 8. - Transparent water vehicle according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it has a rest area (11) for one or more users outside the cabin (2). 9. - Transparent water vehicle according to claim 8, characterized in that the rest area (11) is located in front or in the rear of the cabin (2). 10. - Transparent water vehicle, according to claim 9, characterized in that the rest area (11) is a rigid platform that eventually includes seats and / or loungers (12).