An inflatable water ski with an outer protective structure and method of use
By designing a detachable inflatable water ski structure, the problem of traditional water skis being unable to adjust their size is solved, achieving flexible use and additional protection.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- WEIHAI CHUANGYI YACHT CO LTD SHANDONG
- Filing Date
- 2023-08-03
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-24
AI Technical Summary
Traditional inflatable water skis are a single piece, which cannot be disassembled and reassembled according to the needs of single or double use, resulting in poor practicality.
An inflatable water ski with an external protective structure was designed, including a large inflatable board and a small inflatable board. The design of the assembly groove, connecting protrusion and Velcro allows the large and small inflatable boards to be assembled and disassembled. The structure of protective folding plate, fixing plate and seat improves the flexibility and practicality of use.
The size of the inflatable water ski can be flexibly adjusted according to the needs of single or double use, increasing the flexibility and practicality of use, and providing additional protection and comfort in the event of a collision.
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Abstract
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Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of inflatable water skis, specifically to an inflatable water ski with an external protective structure and its method of use. Background Technology
[0002] Inflatable water skis are products used for water activities. By filling them with gas, they can float on the water surface, allowing people to stand or sit or lie down to perform water sports. Inflatable water skis are convenient to carry and store, and are becoming increasingly popular among water enthusiasts.
[0003] For example, the authorized patent with publication number CN215622567U (Inflatable Standing Water Ski) includes: a standing water ski body, comprising a top plate, a bottom plate, an outer perimeter plate and an inner perimeter plate connecting the top plate and the bottom plate, the top plate, the bottom plate, the outer perimeter plate and the inner perimeter plate defining an inflation chamber, and the inner perimeter plate enclosing an installation space spaced apart from the inflation chamber, a first vent hole arranged in the inner perimeter plate; an air pump, arranged in the installation space, and comprising: a housing adapted to the installation space, an air pump assembly, and the air pump assembly comprising at least: a drive device, an air inlet communicating with the outside air of the air pump assembly; and an air outlet communicating with the inflation chamber via the first vent hole;
[0004] While the aforementioned existing technologies facilitate the inflation of water skis, the water skis lack the ability to be disassembled, and traditional inflatable water skis are generally of a single structure. When engaging in water sports, they cannot be disassembled and reassembled to change the size of the inflatable water ski according to the needs of single or double use, resulting in poor practicality. Therefore, the market urgently needs to develop an inflatable water ski with an external protective structure and its usage method to help people solve the existing problems. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an inflatable water ski with an external protective structure and its usage method, in order to solve the problem mentioned in the background art that traditional inflatable water skis are generally integral structures, and cannot be disassembled and reassembled to change the size of the inflatable water ski according to the needs of single or double use, resulting in poor practicality.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: an inflatable water ski with an external protective structure, comprising an inflatable water ski and an inflatable large plate body and an inflatable small plate body. The large plate body has an assembly groove inside, and connecting protrusions are provided at the top and bottom of the assembly groove, with the connecting protrusions and the large plate body forming an integral structure. Connecting Velcro faces are sewn onto the front end face of the large plate body along the top and bottom of the assembly groove. Connecting Velcro female faces are symmetrically sewn onto the top and bottom of the small plate body, with the positions of the connecting Velcro female faces and the connecting Velcro female faces corresponding to each other. Connecting grooves are symmetrically provided at the top and bottom of the small plate body, with the positions of the connecting grooves corresponding to the connecting protrusions.
[0007] Preferably, a protective folding plate is provided on one side of the inflatable large plate, and an installation head is fixedly installed on the inner side of the protective folding plate. Multiple installation heads are provided, and each installation head consists of an installation rod and an installation round head, with the installation rod and the installation round head welded together.
[0008] Preferably, a first fixing plate is fixedly installed on the side of the inflatable large plate near the protective folding plate, and a first rubber block is fixedly installed inside the first fixing plate. Multiple first rubber blocks are provided, and a first fixing groove is provided inside the first rubber block.
[0009] Preferably, a second fixing plate is fixedly installed on one side of the inflatable small plate, and a second rubber block is fixedly installed inside the second fixing plate. Multiple second rubber blocks are provided, and a second fixing groove is provided inside the second rubber block.
[0010] Preferably, a positioning ring is fixedly installed on the front end face of the inflatable large plate, and four positioning rings are provided. A seat is provided on the front end face of the inflatable large plate, and the seat is composed of a seat cushion and a back cushion.
[0011] Preferably, fixing rings are symmetrically fixed on both the upper and lower sides of the seat cushion, and a fixing strap is provided between the fixing rings and the positioning rings.
[0012] Preferably, a first inflation nozzle is provided on the front end face of the inflatable plate, and a first handle is fixedly installed on one side of the inflatable plate.
[0013] Preferably, a second inflation nozzle is provided on the front end face of the inflatable plate, and a second handle is fixedly installed on one side of the second inflation nozzle on the front end face of the inflatable plate.
[0014] Preferably, an anti-slip pad is fixedly installed on the front end surface of the inflatable small board, a shelf is fixedly installed on the front end surface of the inflatable small board, and an elastic band is provided on the front end surface of the shelf.
[0015] A method for using an inflatable water ski with an external protective structure includes the following steps:
[0016] S1: The size of the inflatable water ski can be changed by disassembling and assembling according to the needs of single-person and double-person use. If used by a single person, the small inflatable board can be used alone.
[0017] S2: If used by two people, assemble the large inflatable plate and the small inflatable plate. Place the small inflatable plate into the assembly slot of the large inflatable plate and place the connecting protrusion into the connecting groove so that the small inflatable plate can be placed stably.
[0018] S3: Then, glue the female side of the connecting hook and loop fastener to the female side of the connecting hook and loop fastener to stably assemble the large inflatable board and the small inflatable board for use by two people.
[0019] S4: Place the seat on the inflatable plate and fix the seat in place so that people can sit and rest.
[0020] S5: At the same time, after the inflatable water ski is disassembled and assembled, a protective folding plate is installed to protect the front end of the inflatable water ski.
[0021] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:
[0022] This invention features a large inflatable board and a small inflatable board, which can be assembled and disassembled. An assembly groove is provided inside the large inflatable board to facilitate the insertion of the small inflatable board. The connecting protrusion in the assembly groove of the large inflatable board is inserted into the connecting groove of the small inflatable board, ensuring stable placement. The connecting Velcro facet of the small inflatable board adheres to the connecting Velcro facet of the large inflatable board, ensuring stable assembly. This assembly and disassembly allows for flexible use during water sports. For single-person activities, the small inflatable board can be used alone; for two-person activities, both the large and small inflatable boards can be assembled and used together. This flexibility allows for different sizes of the inflatable water skiing board, increasing its usability and practicality.
[0023] This invention utilizes a protective folding plate, a first fixing plate, and a second fixing plate. The protective folding plate provides external protection for the inflatable water ski, protecting the front end of the ski in the event of a collision, thus improving its practicality. Furthermore, rubber blocks with fixing grooves are installed inside both the first and second fixing plates, facilitating easy disassembly of the protective folding plate. It can be installed on both large and small inflatable skis, allowing for flexible installation based on the ski's assembly and disassembly configuration, thereby enhancing the flexibility of its use.
[0024] This invention improves the practicality of inflatable water skis by providing a seat for people to sit and rest while engaging in water sports. The seat consists of a seat cushion and a backrest. The backrest enhances the comfort of the person, and the seat cushion has a fixing ring on the side for easy fixation, which helps to stabilize the seat. Attached Figure Description
[0025] Figure 1 This is a front view of an inflatable water skid with an external protective structure according to the present invention;
[0026] Figure 2 This is a front view of the inflatable large plate of the present invention;
[0027] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the connection between the inflatable large plate and the protective folding plate of the present invention.
[0028] Figure 4 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of part A of the present invention;
[0029] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the inflatable plate body of the present invention;
[0030] Figure 6 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of part B of the present invention.
[0031] In the diagram: 1. Large inflatable panel; 2. Small inflatable panel; 3. Protective folding plate; 4. Anti-slip pad; 5. Connecting Velcro facet; 6. Shelf; 7. Positioning ring; 8. Fixing strap; 9. Fixing ring; 10. Seat cushion; 11. Backrest cushion; 12. First inflation nozzle; 13. First handle; 14. Second handle; 15. Second inflation nozzle; 16. Connecting Velcro facet; 17. Assembly groove; 18. Connecting protrusion; 19. First fixing plate; 20. Mounting head; 21. Mounting rod; 22. Mounting round head; 23. First rubber block; 24. First fixing groove; 25. Connecting groove; 26. Second fixing plate; 27. Second rubber block; 28. Second fixing groove. Detailed Implementation
[0032] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments.
[0033] Please see Figure 1-6 The present invention provides an embodiment of an inflatable water ski with an external protective structure, comprising an inflatable water ski, an inflatable large plate body 1 and an inflatable small plate body 2. The inflatable large plate body 1 has an assembly groove 17 inside, the assembly groove 17 being matched with the size and shape of the inflatable small plate body 2. Connecting protrusions 18 are provided at the top and bottom of the assembly groove 17, and the connecting protrusions 18 and the inflatable large plate body 1 are integrally formed. Connecting hook and loop fasteners 16 are sewn and installed on the front end face of the inflatable large plate body 1 along the top and bottom of the assembly groove 17. Connecting hook and loop fasteners 5 are symmetrically sewn and installed on the top and bottom of the inflatable small plate body 2, and the positions of the connecting hook and loop fasteners 5 and the connecting hook and loop fasteners 16 are corresponding. Connecting grooves 25 are symmetrically provided on the top and bottom of the inflatable small plate body 2, and the positions of the connecting grooves 25 and the connecting protrusions 18 are corresponding.
[0034] In use, the inflatable small board 2 is placed into the assembly groove 17 of the inflatable large board 1, and the connecting protrusion 18 of the inflatable large board 1 is placed into the connecting groove 25 of the inflatable small board 2, so that the inflatable small board 2 can be stably placed. Then, the connecting Velcro female side 5 on the inflatable small board 2 is glued to the connecting Velcro female side 16 on the inflatable large board 1, so that the inflatable large board 1 and the inflatable small board 2 are stably assembled. Through the assembly and disassembly of the inflatable large board 1 and the inflatable small board 2, when water sports are performed, the inflatable small board 2 can be used alone for single-person sports, and the inflatable large board 1 and the inflatable small board 2 can be assembled and used for two-person sports. Thus, the size of the inflatable water ski can be changed by disassembling and assembling according to the needs of single-person and two-person use, which increases the flexibility of the inflatable water ski and improves its practicality.
[0035] Furthermore, a protective folding plate 3 is provided on one side of the inflatable board body 1. The protective folding plate 3 is made of elastic plastic plate. The protective folding plate 3 can provide external protection for the inflatable water ski. When the inflatable water ski collides, the protective folding plate 3 can protect the front end of the inflatable water ski, improving its practicality. An installation head 20 is fixedly installed on the inner side of the protective folding plate 3, and multiple installation heads 20 are provided. The installation head 20 consists of an installation rod 21 and an installation round head 22, and the installation rod 21 and the installation round head 22 are welded together. The installation head 20 facilitates the installation and use of the protective folding plate 3.
[0036] Furthermore, a first fixing plate 19 is fixedly installed on the side of the inflatable large plate 1 near the protective folding plate 3. A first rubber block 23 is fixedly installed inside the first fixing plate 19, and multiple first rubber blocks 23 are provided. The number of first rubber blocks 23 is the same as the number of mounting heads 20. A first fixing groove 24 is provided inside the first rubber block 23. The inner diameter of the first fixing groove 24 is smaller than the outer diameter of the mounting head 22, so that when the mounting head 20 is inserted into the first rubber block 23, it will squeeze the inside of the first rubber block 23. Then, through the elasticity of the first rubber block 23, the mounting head 20 can be tightly pressed, which is conducive to the stable installation of the protective folding plate 3.
[0037] Furthermore, a second fixing plate 26 is fixedly installed on one side of the inflatable small plate 2. A second rubber block 27 is fixedly installed inside the second fixing plate 26. The number of second rubber blocks 27 is the same as the number of mounting heads 20, and multiple second rubber blocks 27 are provided. A second fixing groove 28 is provided inside the second rubber block 27. The inner diameter of the second fixing groove 28 is smaller than the outer diameter of the mounting head 22, so that the mounting head 20 can be stably installed on the second rubber block 27.
[0038] Furthermore, a positioning ring 7 is fixedly installed on the front surface of the inflatable board 1, and four positioning rings 7 are provided. A seat is provided on the front surface of the inflatable board 1, which allows people to sit and rest when engaging in water sports, thus improving the practicality of the inflatable water skiing board. The seat consists of a seat cushion 10 and a backrest cushion 11. The backrest cushion 11 improves comfort. Fixing rings 9 are symmetrically fixed on the upper and lower sides of the seat cushion 10. A fixing strap 8 is provided between the fixing rings 9 and the positioning rings 7. The setting of the fixing rings 9, positioning rings 7 and fixing strap 8 facilitates the fixation of the seat and is beneficial to the stability of the seat.
[0039] Furthermore, a first inflation nozzle 12 is provided on the front end face of the inflatable large plate 1 to facilitate inflation of the inflatable large plate 1, and a first handle 13 is fixedly installed on one side of the inflatable large plate 1 to facilitate pulling the inflated large plate 1 to move, thereby improving practicality.
[0040] Furthermore, a second inflation nozzle 15 is provided on the front end face of the inflatable small plate 2 to facilitate inflation of the inflatable small plate 2. A second handle 14 is fixedly installed on one side of the second inflation nozzle 15 on the front end face of the inflatable small plate 2 to facilitate pulling the inflated small plate 2 to move, thereby improving practicality.
[0041] Furthermore, an anti-slip pad 4 is fixedly installed on the front end face of the inflatable board 2 to prevent people's feet from slipping and improve the stability of people standing. A storage board 6 is fixedly installed on the front end face of the inflatable board 2, and an elastic band is provided on the front end face of the storage board 6. The elastic band can be used to tie and fix items such as beverage bottles, which improves practicality.
[0042] A method for using an inflatable water ski with an external protective structure includes the following steps:
[0043] S1: The size of the inflatable water ski can be changed by disassembling and assembling according to the needs of single-person and double-person use. If used by a single person, the small inflatable board body 2 can be used alone.
[0044] S2: If used by two people, assemble the large inflatable plate 1 and the small inflatable plate 2, place the small inflatable plate 2 into the assembly slot 17 of the large inflatable plate 1, and place the connecting protrusion 18 into the connecting groove 25 so that the small inflatable plate 2 can be placed stably.
[0045] S3: Then, the connecting hook and loop female side 5 and the connecting hook and loop female side 16 are glued together to make the inflatable large plate 1 and the inflatable small plate 2 stably assembled for use by two people.
[0046] S4: Place the seat on the inflatable large plate 1 and fix the seat in position so that people can sit and rest.
[0047] S5: At the same time, after the inflatable water ski is disassembled and assembled, a protective folding plate 3 is installed to protect the front end of the inflatable water ski.
[0048] Working principle: During use, the size of the inflatable water ski can be changed by disassembling and assembling it according to the needs of single-person or double-person use. For single-person use, the small inflatable board 2 can be used alone. For double-person use, the large inflatable board 1 and the small inflatable board 2 are assembled. The small inflatable board 2 is placed into the assembly groove 17 of the large inflatable board 1, and the connecting protrusion 18 of the large inflatable board 1 is inserted into the connecting groove 25 of the small inflatable board 2, so that the small inflatable board 2 can be stably placed. Then, the connecting Velcro 5 on the small inflatable board 2 is connected to the inflatable board. The Velcro fasteners 16 on the large board 1 are glued together, allowing the large inflatable board 1 and the small inflatable board 2 to be stably assembled for use by two people. A seat can be placed on the large inflatable board 1, and the two ends of the fixing strap 8 are fixedly connected to the positioning ring 7 and the fixing ring 9 respectively to fix the position of the seat so that people can sit and rest. At the same time, after the inflatable water ski is disassembled and assembled, the protective folding plate 3 is installed by inserting the mounting head 20 into the first rubber block 23 or the second rubber block 27, so that the front end of the inflatable water ski can be protected.
[0049] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that the invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as exemplary and non-limiting, and the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within the present invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. An inflatable water ski with an external protective structure, comprising an inflatable water ski, wherein the inflatable water ski includes a large inflatable plate (1) and a small inflatable plate (2), characterized in that: The inflatable large plate (1) is provided with an assembly groove (17) inside. The assembly groove (17) is provided with connecting protrusions (18) at the top and bottom. The connecting protrusions (18) and the inflatable large plate (1) are integrated into one structure. The front end face of the inflatable large plate (1) is sewn with connecting hook and loop fasteners (16) at the top and bottom of the assembly groove (17). The inflatable small plate (2) is symmetrically sewn with connecting hook and loop fasteners (5) at the top and bottom. The connecting hook and loop fasteners (5) and the connecting hook and loop fasteners (16) are in corresponding positions. The inflatable small plate (2) is symmetrically provided with connecting grooves (25) at the top and bottom. The connecting grooves (25) and the connecting protrusions (18) are in corresponding positions. A protective folding plate (3) is provided on one side of the inflatable large plate (1). An installation head (20) is fixedly installed on the inner side of the protective folding plate (3). There are multiple installation heads (20). The installation head (20) is composed of an installation rod (21) and an installation round head (22). The installation rod (21) and the installation round head (22) are welded together. The inflatable large plate (1) is fixedly installed with a first fixing plate (19) on the side near the protective folding plate (3). A first rubber block (23) is fixedly installed inside the first fixing plate (19), and multiple first rubber blocks (23) are provided. A first fixing groove (24) is provided inside the first rubber block (23). A second fixing plate (26) is fixedly installed on one side of the inflatable small plate (2), and a second rubber block (27) is fixedly installed inside the second fixing plate (26). Multiple second rubber blocks (27) are provided, and a second fixing groove (28) is provided inside the second rubber block (27). The protective folding plate (3) can be selectively and detachably connected to the inflatable large plate (1) or the inflatable small plate (2).
2. The inflatable water skiing board with an external protective structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A positioning ring (7) is fixedly installed on the front end surface of the inflatable large plate (1), and four positioning rings (7) are provided. A seat is provided on the front end surface of the inflatable large plate (1), and the seat is composed of a seat cushion (10) and a back cushion (11).
3. An inflatable hydroplaning board with an external protective structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: Fixing rings (9) are symmetrically fixed on the upper and lower sides of the seat cushion (10), and a fixing strap (8) is provided between the fixing rings (9) and the positioning rings (7).
4. An inflatable hydroplaning board with an external protective structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front end of the inflatable plate (1) is provided with a first inflation nozzle (12), and a first handle (13) is fixedly installed on one side of the inflatable plate (1).
5. An inflatable hydroplaning board with an external protective structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second inflation nozzle (15) is provided on the front end face of the inflatable small plate (2), and a second handle (14) is fixedly installed on one side of the second inflation nozzle (15) on the front end face of the inflatable small plate (2).
6. An inflatable hydroplaning board with an external protective structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: An anti-slip pad (4) is fixedly installed on the front end surface of the inflatable small plate (2), and a shelf (6) is fixedly installed on the front end surface of the inflatable small plate (2). An elastic band is provided on the front end surface of the shelf (6).
7. A method of using an inflatable water ski with an external protective structure, implemented based on an inflatable water ski with an external protective structure as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1: The size of the inflatable water ski can be changed by disassembling and assembling according to the needs of single-person and double-person use. If it is used by a single person, the small inflatable board can be used alone (2). S2: If used for two-person exercise, assemble the large inflatable plate (1) and the small inflatable plate (2), place the small inflatable plate (2) into the assembly groove (17) of the large inflatable plate (1), and place the connecting protrusion (18) into the connecting groove (25) so that the small inflatable plate (2) can be placed stably. S3: Then, the connecting hook and loop fastener female side (5) and the connecting hook and loop fastener female side (16) are glued together to make the inflatable large board (1) and the inflatable small board (2) stably assembled for use by two people; S4: Place the seat on the inflatable large plate (1) and fix the seat in place so that people can sit and rest. S5: At the same time, after the inflatable water skiing board is disassembled and assembled, a protective folding plate (3) is installed to protect the front end of the inflatable water skiing board.
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