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Inflatable device

a towable device and inflatable technology, applied in the field of towable devices, can solve the problems of not teaching towables and comfortable surfaces, and achieve the effect of less manufacturing cost, convenient inflating and preparation for us

Inactive Publication Date: 2012-12-27
PARTEN KEITH
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[0012]A further objective is to provide an inflatable device that is le

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The PVC of the inner bladder is strong enough to withstand the substantial forces of being towed without rupturing; however, it is not a comfortable surface, so it is important to provide a more comfortable exterior.
However, the prior art does not teach a towable that includes a PVC inner bladder along, without a cover, and instead covered with a flocking layer that provides the comfortable riding surface.

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[0018]The above-described drawing figures illustrate the invention, an inflatable device 10 that is of simpler construction than prior art towables, yet provides superior comfort for the person riding the device 10. While the inflatable device 10 is especially suitable for use as a towable water-sport device and will be described herein as being used on water, the construction and techniques of the inflatable device 10 are useful and applicable for other related devices used on alternative surfaces as well, such as snow, ice, land, or other surfaces.

[0019]FIG. 1 is a top perspective view of the inflatable device 10 according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view thereof. FIG. 3 is a sectional view thereof taken along the line 3-3 in FIG. 1.

[0020]As shown in FIGS. 1-3, the inflatable device 10 includes an inflatable bladder 12 constructed of a top portion 14 and a bottom portion 16. In one embodiment, the top portion 14 and the bottom portion...

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Abstract

An inflatable device has an inflatable bladder and a towing attachment point. The inflatable bladder has a top portion and a bottom portion. The towing attachment point is attached to the inflatable bladder for towing the inflatable device. A flocking layer is bonded directly to at least a part of the top portion, to form a rider receiving area, such that the rider can ride on the rider receiving area while the inflatable device is being towed via the towing attachment point.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001]This application for a utility patent claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 500,718, filed Jun. 24, 2011BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002]1. Description of Related Art[0003]The invention generally relates to inflatable towable devices and, more particularly, to an inflatable towable device of simpler construction that provides superior comfort for the person riding the device.[0004]2. Description of Related Art[0005]Inflatable devices for recreational water or snow use exist. One category of such devices, referred to as “towables,” are designed to be towed behind a boat or other vehicle. These towable devices typically support one or more persons and include many designs ranging from tire inner tubes to more complex designs. The towable devices are designed to travel or skim across the surface of the water while occasionally bouncing off the surface when encountering a wave or similar disturbance in the water.[0006]Pr...

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IPC IPC(8): B63B35/73
CPCB63B35/73B63B34/52B63B34/54
Inventor PARTEN, KEITH
Owner PARTEN KEITH