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WO1983004375A1
WO1983004375A1 PCT/US1982/000772 US8200772W WO8304375A1 WO 1983004375 A1 WO1983004375 A1 WO 1983004375A1 US 8200772 W US8200772 W US 8200772W WO 8304375 A1 WO8304375 A1 WO 8304375A1
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Priority to EP19820902286 priority patent/EP0110884A4/fr
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63C—SKATES; SKIS; ROLLER SKATES; DESIGN OR LAYOUT OF COURTS, RINKS OR THE LIKE
    • A63C19/00—Design or layout of playing courts, rinks, bowling greens or areas for water-skiing; Covers therefor
    • A63C19/10—Ice-skating or roller-skating rinks; Slopes or trails for skiing, ski-jumping or tobogganing
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63G—MERRY-GO-ROUNDS; SWINGS; ROCKING-HORSES; CHUTES; SWITCHBACKS; SIMILAR DEVICES FOR PUBLIC AMUSEMENT
    • A63G21/00—Chutes; Helter-skelters
    • A63G21/18—Water-chutes

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  • the present invention relates to amusement apparatus, and more particularly to an aquatic amusement apparatus which simulates the natural ocean wave action encountered during body and board surfing.
  • the present invention comprises an aquatic amusement apparatus which simulates the riding experience encountered in ocean surfing while eliminating the substantial cost, site location, and safety hazards associated with the prior art wave generating apparatus.
  • an amusement apparatus characterized by being for simulating riding motion over an ocean wave as encountered in ocean surfing, and comprising a shaped slope having a generally downward inclination to provide a desired rate of descent, and a plurality of prefabricated panel sections positioned on said slope forming a relatively seamless covering with a smooth surface finish on which a user may slidably travel, said panel sections adapted to deform to direct a
  • each of said sections comprising an upper and lower surface sheet, said upper sheet having a smooth surface finish to provide a slippery surface when wet; a resilient core disposed between said surface sheets; means for interconnecting said panel sections to provide a relatively seamless upper smooth surface including means for anchoring said panel sections to said slope; and means for applying a film of water to the smooth surface of said upper sheet in continuum.
  • Another embodiment of the invention provides a method for adapting a hillside to form an amusement device characterized by simulating a natural wave action encountered during ocean surfing by shaping said hillside to form a sloped surface having one or more surface irregularities and a downward inclination sufficient to provide a desired rate of descent; covering said sloped surface with a smooth planing surface; and applying a sufficient quantity of water onto said planing surface to flood said planing surface with a water film to permit a user to plane down said sloped surface.
  • the present invention comprises a shaped slope having a plurality of stationary wave-like contours and surface irregularities, which is covered with a. vinyl- coated foam substrate.
  • the foam substrate incorporates an irrigation system to distribute a thin film of water over its smooth upper vinyl surface which reduces friction to enable a user to rapidly travel down the slope on either his body, an innertube or a surfboard-like vehicle. Due to the slightly deformable, resilient nature of the foam substrate, a user is able to turn and maneuver as he travels down the slide by shifting his weight on the surfboard-like vehicle, thereby obtaining a bite from the deformation of the foam. Further, by banking off the stationary wave-like contours of the apparatus, a user may selectively increase or stall his speed on the apparatus, and cut back transversely across the slope.
  • the vinyl-coated foam substrate is supplied in prefabricated elongate panel sections each including vinyl extensions along their edges which permit adjacent panels to be abutted and cemented together to form a contiguous covering for the slope.
  • each of the prefabricated panel sections is provided with one or more primary irrigation tubes along its length, which include a plurality of fittings adapted to accept plural irrigation leads extending upward through the foam substrate and terminating at the upper surface of the panel sections.
  • the primary irrigation tubes of each ofthe panel sections may be interconnected to a common recirculating water supply to distribute a thin film of water through the distribution tubes and onto the top surface of the entire slope.
  • the present invention may be installed at substantially all inland locations and efficiently operated throughout the majority of the year. Description of the Drawings .
  • Figure 1 is a perspective view of the surfing slide apparatus 10 of the present invention, illustrating a preferred shaped slope configuration, and depicting the irrigation recirculation system;
  • Figure 2 is a perspective view of a portion of the surfing slide of Figure 1 illustrating the brick-like lattice orientation of multiple panel sections thereon;
  • Figure 3 is an enlarged perspective view of a portion of two elongate panel sections showing the preferred method of attaching adjacent panel sections together upon the excavation;
  • Figure 3A is an enlarged cross-sectional view taken ⁇ about lines 3A-3A of Figure 3 showing the preferred manner in which the attachment panels of individual panel sections are secured to the planing surface of an adjacent panel section.
  • Figure 4 is an enlarged perspective view of a first embodiment of a central irrigation system provided in each of the panel sections;
  • Figure 4A is an enlarged perspective view of a second embodiment of the central irrigation system provided in each of the panel sections;
  • Figure 5 is an enlarged cross-sectional view, taken about lines 5-5 of Figure 4, showing the preferred orientation of the irrigation lead lines which extend from the undersurface of the panel sections to the top surface thereof;
  • Figure 6 is a perspective view of one of the stationary wave-like contours formed on the surfing slide apparatus of the present invention.
  • Figure 7 is a perspective view of a surfboard-like vehicle which may be utilized on the apparatus of the present invention.
  • Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view of one of the panels of the present invention illustrating the manner in which the vehicle of Figure 7 permits maneuverability during travel down the apparatus.
  • the surfing slope apparatus 10 may be formed in any desired size and configuration and the specific configuration illustrated in Figure 1 is disclosed merely by way of example ⁇
  • the surfing slope apparatus 10 is formed on an excavated or shaped slope 12, having a preferred downward inclination of approximately 7 to 20 degrees.
  • the slope 12 includes a plurality of stationary wave-like contours 14 jutting vertically upward from its main planar slope as well as various rises 16 and depressions 18 which form a generally smooth but irregular slope surface.
  • the side walls 20 of the slope 12 are preferably disposed in a substantially vertical orientation whereas the frontal portion 22 is disposed at a slight upward inclination.
  • the entire slope 12 is covered with a vinyl-coated resilient substrate 30 which is rigidly attached and readily conforms itself to the contours of the slope 12.
  • the resilient substrate 30 is preferably formed from a plurality of prefabricated elongate panel sections 50 which are abutted in an end-for-end and side-by-side orientation upon the slope 12 to form a contiguous surface covering.
  • each of the panel sections 50 is fabricated having a resilient core 52 formed of a urethane foam or foam rubber material, having upper and lower vinyl sheets 54 and 56, respectively, rigidly attached to its opposite planar surfaces.
  • the panel sections 50 are sized to be approximately 54 inches wide and 100 feet in length, having a core thickness of approximately 1 inch.
  • Both the upper and lower vinyl sheets 54 and 56 extend a short distance outboard on opposite side edges of the foam core 52 forming upper and lower side attachment panels 58 and 60, respectively. Additionally, the upper vinyl sheet 54 extends a short distance beyond the frontal edge of the foam core 52 forming a front attachment panel 62, whereas the lower vinyl sheet forms a corresponding rear attachment panel 63.
  • FIG. 3 The preferred method and procedure for installing the panel sections 50 upon the slope 12 is illustrated in Figure 3.
  • a first panel section 50a ( Figure 3) is laid upon the slope 12 and oriented such that its length dimension extends downward in the general direction of the excavation or shaped slope 12.
  • the panel section 50a is subsequently attached to the slope 12 by a plurality of metallic or plastic spikes 64 which are driven through the lower side attachment panel 60 and rear attachment panel (not shown) extending into the slope 12 at spaced intervals along the length of the panel section 50a.
  • a second panel section 50b may be juxtapositioned and registered with the first panel section 50a such that adjacent side edges of the foam core 52 of each of the panel sections 50a and 50b are abutted together. In this abutted orientation, the lower side attachment panel 60 of the panel section 50b is positioned to lie beneath a portion of the panel section 50a whereas the upper side attachment panel 58 of the panel 50a overlays a portion of the panel section 50b.
  • the previously rolled back portion of the panel section 50a may be released and tightly pressed upon the panel section 50b wherein the adhesive interface securely joins the panel sections 50a and 50b together.
  • a think layer of vinyl coating 71 (shown in Figuyre 3A) may then be applied to the exposed edge of the upper side attachment panel 58 of the panel section 50a to yield a relatively smooth surface transition between the adjacent panel sections 50a and 50b.
  • each of the elongate panel sections 50 may be joined with an additional panel section by use of the frontal and rear attachment panels 62 and 63, respectively.
  • the additional section 50c is juxtapositioned at one end of the panel section 50b such that their foam cores 52 lie in an aligned abutted relationship.
  • the frontal attachment panel 62 and end portion of the panel section 50b may be rolled off the surface of the slope 12 exposing the rear attachment panel 63 of the panel section 50c. Additional spikes 64 may then be driven through the rear and side attachment panels 63 and 60 of the panel section 50c thereby anchoring the panel 50c to the slope 12.
  • a suitable adhesive may be applied to the upper surface of the rear attachment panel 63 of the panel section 50c and under surface of the frontal attachment panel 62 of the panel section 50b with the panel sections 50b and 50c being pressed tightly upon each other to form a secure juncture.
  • a thin vinyl layer 71 (Figure 3A) may then be applied over the exposed edge of the frontal attachment panel 62 to form a substantially smooth surface transition joint between the panels 50b and 50c.
  • multiple panel sections 50 may be anchored to he slope and secured to adjacent panel sections on both sides and opposite ends to form a contiguous vinyl-coated foam covering for the entire surface of the slope 12.
  • the ends of panel sections 50 in adjacent rows are preferably staggered or offset upon the slope excavation 12 to form a brick-like lattice construction.
  • the discontinuities formed at the abutment of the foam cores 52 of adjacent panel sections 50 are distributed over the entire surface of the apparatus 10 rather than being concentrated along a single line, so that the strength of the vinyl foam covering 30 is maintained through prolonged use.
  • the contiguous resilient substrate 30 formed by the interconnected panel sections 50 is provided with a water irrigation system which distributes a thin film of water over the upper vinyl surface of the apparatus to reduce surface friction and yield a slippery planing surface.
  • a water irrigation system which distributes a thin film of water over the upper vinyl surface of the apparatus to reduce surface friction and yield a slippery planing surface.
  • each of the panel sections 50 includes a groove or recess 70 positioned along its lower surface which extends centrally throughout its length.
  • the groove 70 is sized to loosely, receive a length of flexible plastic tubing 72 including a plurality of standard "T" fittings 74 paced at intervals along its length.
  • the tubing length 72 is typically formed of polyvinyl chloride material and is rigidly affixed and maintained within the recess 70 as by way of an adhesive during manufacturing of the prefabricated panel sections 50.
  • Each of the pipe fittings 74 is sized to accept one end of a flexible distribution tube 76 which may be formed in varying lengths to extend laterally outward from the central tubing length 72 to selected areas of the panel section 50.
  • the opposite end of each of the distribution tubes 76 may be inserted through an aperture 80 formed in the panel section 50 and maintained therein by the application of a suitable adhesive within the aperture 80.
  • the aperture 80 may be manually formed during the installation of the panel section 50 upon theslope 12 or alternatively prefabricated into the panel section 50 during manufacture.
  • the apertures 80 are preferably formed to extend angularly through the panel sections 50 and be oriented to face downward upon the slope.
  • the upper end of the distribution tubes 76 are cut along a bias to be flush mounted with the top vinyl sheet 54 of the panel sections 50 and may be subsequently sealed to the top vinyl sheet 54 by the application of a vinyl coating about its outside diameter.
  • the flexible distribution tubes 76 may deform within the urethane core 52 of each of the panel sections 50 without tearing loose from the upper vinyl sheets 54.
  • a user may harmlessly slide over their exposed opened ends while traveling down the apparatus 10.
  • Each of the central tubing lengths 72 of the panel sections 50 is interconnected to form a composite irrigation system by means of suitable couplings (not shown) which are positioned during the previously described installation process of the individual panel sections 50 upon the excavation 12.
  • the composite irrigation system is connected as by way of a manifold (not shown) to a water supply introduced at the uppermost elevation of the apparatus 10 such that gravity aids in the flow of water through the irrigation system, releasing small quantities of water through each of the open ends of the distribution tubes 76.
  • a drain line or collector 40 is preferably provided at the lowermost elevation of the slope 12 which receives the water flowing down the slope surface of the apparatus 10.
  • the drain line 40 may be connected in series with a pump 42 and suitable filtering unit 34 to recirculate the water back to the manifold (not -11- shown) at the uppermost elevation "of the apparatus wherein the water may again travel through the composite irrigation system.
  • the irrigation system thus applies a continuous thin film of water to the upper vinyl sheets 54 of the panel sections 50 as depicted in Figure 3.
  • each of the panel sections 50 includes plural primary tubing sections 73 which are spaced along the length thereof and extend laterally across the width of the panel sections
  • Each of the primary tube sections 73 is provided with a plurality of distribution tubes 75 which as with the distribution tubes 76 of Figures 4 and 5 preferably are attached to the primary tube sections 71 by way of a T connection, and extended angularly through panel sections
  • Each of the primary tubing sections 71 of the panel sections 50 may be interconnected by way of a coupling
  • each of the primary sections 71 may be connected to a suitable manifold (not shown) extending throughout the length and on one side of the apparatus which is connected to a suitable water supply. Further, the manifold may include conventional pressure regulation means to ensure that constant pressure is applied to each of the interconnected primary tube sections 71 along the length of the apparatus.
  • FIG 6 the detailed construction of one of the stationary wave-like contours 14 of the present invention is depicted.
  • the excavation 12 in the vicinity of the wave-like contour 14 is formed to protrude vertically upward having a substantially convex outer surface configuration.
  • the upper portion 90 of the wave-like contours 14 is typically formed having a tooth-like cross- sectional configuration such that opposite sides of the wave form 14 both approximate the crest of a wave.
  • the upper portion 90 of the wave form 14 may be formed of earth fill, it is preferable to fabricate the portion 90 from either concrete which is poured in place upon the excavation 12, or rigid urethane foam which may be prefabricated and positioned upon the excavation 12. In either instance, the upper portion 90 may be anchored to the excavation by plural support rods 91 extending a substantial distance into both the upper portions 90 and excavation 12.
  • the entire wave form 14 is covered with one or more resilient vinyl panel sections 50 in a manner previously described and interconnected to adjacent panel section 50 to form a contiguous surface covering.
  • the particular configuration of the wave form 1 may be varied to provide differing shaped wave-contours; however, it is preferable that the uppermost surfaces 92 of the upper portion 90 extend outwardly from the center line of the wave form 14 so that a user is prevented from passing over the wave form 14 during travel down the apparatus 10.
  • the present invention is designed to permit a user to plane down the apparatus on his body, tire inner tube or a mat, typically a board vehicle 100, specifically adapted for use upon the apparatus 10, will be utilized by a user to simulate ocean wave board surfing.
  • the board vehicle 100 preferably fabricated of
  • OMPI a fiberglass, a semi-rigid polymer, or vinyl-coated rigid urethane substrate, is formed having a generally surfboard-like configuration including a wedge-shaped rudder member 102 formed along its lower surface.
  • the rudder member 102 is preferably tapered, initiating at a distance spaced from the front end 101 of the board 100 and increasing in height as well as width dimensions as it approaches the board's rear end 103.
  • the lower surface of the board may be formed in a generally planar configuration or alternatively with a slight convexity to augment maneuverability upon the apparatus 10.
  • the operation and specific manner in which the apparatus 10 of the present invention simulates natural ocean wave surfing conditions may be described.
  • a user may stand or kneel upon the board vehicle 100 and embark upon the apparatus at its uppermost elvation. Due to the thin film of water distributed over the upper vinyl sheets 54 of the panel sections 50 and the downward inclincation of the excavation 12, the user accelerates as he travels generally downward upon the apparatus 10.
  • the speed of travel on the apparatus may be controlled by the user selectively positioning his body weight upon either the frontal portion of the board vehicle 100, wherein the smooth concave lower surface of the board vehicle may freely plane across the thin film of water, or alternatively upon the rear portion of the vehicle 100, wherein the rudder member 102 is forced downward thereby deforming the foam cores 52 of the panel sections 50 and displacing the water film to increases frictional drag.
  • Maneuverability is additionally provided by the user shifting his weight upon the board vehicle 100 causing the rudder member 102 to selectively deform the foam core 52 of the panel sections 50.
  • a user may depress the portion 106 of the foam core 52 lying on one side of the rudder section 102 causing the portion 105 of the foam core 50 lying on the other side of the rudder section 102 to raise vertically upward due to the depression and corresponding raisng of the foam between the board vehicle 100 and the core 52 is selectively increased which causes the board vehicle 100 to be urged in the path of least resistance.
  • the frictional forces permit a user to obtain a "bite" from the foam core 52, thereby generating user-selected - directional changes upon the apparatus.
  • the resilient vinyl surface covering 30 of the apparatus deforms (i.e., reacts) in a proportional manner to the shifting of weight upon the board 100, with the greater foam depression 106 generating greater frictional drag and permitting greater direction changes.
  • a user may traverse down the apparatus, banking off the wave-like contours 14 to selectively increase and decrease speed andshifting his body weight upon theboard vehicle 100 to obtain a "bite" from the foam core- to cut back and stall during travel down the apparatus.
  • board surfing can be effectively simulated on the apparatus 10.
  • the apparatus 10 is formed to provide a plurality of discrete paths of travel down the slope, indicated by the arrows in Figure 1.
  • each of the paths may be calibrated to provide varying levels of skill and speed thereby accommodating both novice and experienced users.
  • a children's path may be provided which extends substantially straight down the slope without encountering any wave forms 14 or large surface irregularities.
  • the surfboard-like vehicle 102 (as . shown in Figure 8) will be utilized upon * the apparatus 10, it is within the scope of the present invention that other similar board structures, such as sleds or mats, may be utilized without departing from the spirit of the present invention.
  • users falling off the vehicle apparatus may travel harmlessly down the slope, safely decelerating when they reach the frontal portion 22 of the apparatus.
  • the present invention provides a relatively low cost.aquatic amusement apparatus which simulates the natural wave action encountered during surfing, while eliminating the substantial safety and site location difficulties heretofore associated in prior art wave simulating apparatus.

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Dispositif récréatif permettant de simuler la pratique du surf dans l'Océan, ce dispositif étant généralement composé d'une pente façonnée (12) présentant une pluralité d'ondes stationnaires et de multiples irrégularités de surfaces (14, 16, 18), recouvertes d'une pluralité de sections de mousse interconnectées et recouvertes de vinyl (50), et comprenant un système d'irrigation (72, 76) pour distribuer une mince pellicule d'eau sur la surface supérieure du dispositif. Les sections préfabriquées interconnectées forment une surface inclinée de glissement pouvant se déformer légèrement en réponse aux variations du poids du corps d'un utilisateur, de manière à permettre à celui-ci de tourner et de guider son véhicule en forme de planche de surf (100) pendant la course de descente.
PCT/US1982/000772 1982-06-08 1982-06-08 Pente pour la pratique du surf Ceased WO1983004375A1 (fr)

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PCT/US1982/000772 WO1983004375A1 (fr) 1982-06-08 1982-06-08 Pente pour la pratique du surf
AU87364/82A AU8736482A (en) 1982-06-08 1982-06-08 Surfing hill
JP57502323A JPS59501098A (ja) 1982-06-08 1982-06-08 サ−フイン用丘
EP19820902286 EP0110884A4 (fr) 1982-06-08 1982-06-08 Pente pour la pratique du surf.

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