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Structure of mechanism |
| Function |
The invention relates to a vehicle (A) of the type intended to be towed by a kite. It consists of a frame (1) to which are attached two steering wheels (2) aligned and non-wheel director (3) and offset the axis of rotation of which coincides in plan with the bisector (M) of the segment connecting the two steering wheels (2). It also has a foot (4) which can act on
the orientation of the steerable wheels (2) by means of connecting rods (5) so that the steered wheels are oriented symmetrically about the bisector (M). The seat (5) and the yoke (4) are arranged so that the pilot is sitting close to the ground, perpendicular to the path, which is a position that is both stable and convenient for controlling the kite.
The vehicle according to the invention is particularly designed to be towed by a kite has two or four son, driven by handles or control bar. |
| Comment |
Author : Romain Hotte
Modified par : Khaled Assad ARROUK
IFMA (Institut Français de Mécanique Avancée) - http://www.ifma.fr
Clermont-Ferrand, France
This model was generated to explain a certain patent in more detail.
The model and all attached items were made within this context. |
| Dimension of mechanism |
spatial |
| Number of links |
18 |
| Drive movement |
Rectilinear translation |
| Degree of freedom |
2 |
| Fundamental mechanism |
 Screw containing mechanism
 Mechanism, containing pressurizing medium |
| Number of inputs |
2 |
| Number of followers |
2 |
| Revolution ability |
no |
| Revolution ability of input link |
yes |
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Application |
| Application area |
Production |
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