Vehicle

Abstract

A vehicle according to the present invention is a vehicle body in which a power unit on which at least a power source of the vehicle body is mounted is connected, via a link mechanism, to front and rear sections to which at least one of a front wheel and a rear wheel is mounted. The vehicle can reversibly change between: a traveling state in which the power unit and the front and rear parts can travel while maintaining a flat state by sliding the fastening part along the guide hole; and a transportation state in which the front and rear parts can be maintained in a folded state toward the power part along a fold line between the front and rear parts and the power part for transportation.

Description

Technical Field

[0002] This invention relates to a vehicle. Background Technology

[0004] A vehicle for packaging and transporting automotive parts, capable of assembly at the destination of transport, is disclosed in “OX Proposes To Offer Clean Mobility To Everyone, Everywhere”, [online], March 15, 2021, OXDelivers, [retrieved July 19, 2024], Internet <URL: https: / / insideevs.com / features / 494284 / ox-clean-mobility-everywhere-everyone / >. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The inventors have discovered the following problems.

[0007] The vehicles disclosed in the aforementioned “OX Proposes To Offer Clean Mobility To Everyone, Everywhere”, [online], March 15, 2021, OXDelivers, [retrieved July 19, 2024], Internet <URL: https: / / insideevs.com / features / 494284 / ox-clean-mobility-everywhere-everyone / > have the following problem: because they are packaged and transported in a disassembled state as car parts, reassembly at the destination is time-consuming and laborious.

[0008] The present invention was made in view of this situation, and provides a vehicle that can be easily assembled at the destination of transport.

[0009] The vehicle involved in this invention is The power unit, which is equipped with the power source of the vehicle body, is connected to the front and rear parts of the vehicle body, which are equipped with at least one of the front wheels and the rear wheels, via a linkage mechanism. The linkage mechanism has a fastening part between the power unit and the front and rear parts, and a guide hole for sliding the fastening part to a predetermined position. By sliding the fastening part along the guide hole. It can reversibly change between the following two forms: a driving form in which the power unit and the front and rear parts are kept in a flat state for driving; and a transportation form in which the front and rear parts are kept in a folded state towards the power unit along the fold line between the front and rear parts and the power unit for transportation.

[0010] In the press vehicle according to the present invention, the fastener can be reversibly changed between a transport mode and a driving mode by sliding along the guide hole. With this configuration, assembly at the transport destination becomes easy.

[0011] In the vehicle At least one of the power unit and the front and rear parts may have a honeycomb structure.

[0012] This configuration increases the strength of at least one of the power unit and the front and rear sections. Therefore, it can suppress deformation of the front and rear sections and the power unit due to impacts during transport and travel.

[0013] The vehicle It also has two passenger compartments, each with a door for the driver to get in and out. It has at least one of the aforementioned front and rear sections and the aforementioned power section, for a total of four. In the aforementioned driving mode, The front and rear portions and the power unit extend in a straight line adjacent to each other. In a direction perpendicular to the extending direction, the seating portion is connected to the front and rear portions or the power unit via the linkage mechanism. In the aforementioned mode of transportation, The seating section can be folded towards the power section along the fold line between the seating section and the front and rear sections or the power section, so that the seating sections are arranged opposite each other and form a hexahedron located on the side.

[0014] This configuration allows for the stacking of vehicles loaded into transport containers, resulting in high transport efficiency and reduced transport costs.

[0015] The vehicle It is equipped with a first reinforcing component and a second reinforcing component that can be disassembled according to the shape of the vehicle. The first reinforcing member, in the transport configuration, maintains the front and rear portions folded toward the power unit by clamping the front and rear portions and the power unit. The second reinforcing member, in the driving mode, clamps the front and rear portions and the power unit to keep the power unit and the front and rear portions flat.

[0016] This configuration can suppress the deformation of the front and rear FR1 and the power unit P1 due to impacts during transportation and driving.

[0017] A vehicle characterized in that, The power unit, which is equipped with the power source of the vehicle body, is connected to the front and rear sections, which are equipped with at least one of the front and rear wheels, via a linkage mechanism. On the cross-section of the linkage mechanism, the U-shaped cross-sections of the front and rear portions can engage with the U-shaped cross-section of the power unit for rotation. By causing the front and rear parts to rotate about the linkage mechanism. It can reversibly change between the following two forms: a transport form in which the front and rear parts are folded toward the power unit along the fold line between the front and rear parts and the power unit for transport; and a travel form in which the power unit and the front and rear parts are kept flat for travel.

[0018] In the stamped vehicle involved in this invention, by rotating the front and rear parts around the linkage mechanism, it is possible to reversibly change between the transport mode and the driving mode, thus making it easy to assemble at the transport destination.

[0019] This invention provides a vehicle that is easy to assemble at the destination. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, the features, advantages, and technical and industrial significance of exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described, in which the same reference numerals denote the same elements, and wherein: Figure 1 This is an explanatory diagram used to illustrate the morphological changes of the vehicle involved in Embodiment 1.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a diagram showing the morphological changes of the vehicle involved in Implementation Method 1.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating an example of a linkage mechanism.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the reinforcing components in both driving and transportation modes.

[0025] Figure 5 This is an xy top view showing the driving mode of the vehicle involved in Embodiment 1.

[0026] Figure 6 This is an explanatory diagram used to illustrate the morphological changes of the vehicle involved in Embodiment 2. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The present invention will now be described through embodiments thereof, but the invention is not limited to these embodiments. Furthermore, not all configurations described in the embodiments are necessarily necessary to solve the problem. For clarity, the following descriptions and drawings have been appropriately omitted and simplified. In the drawings, the same symbols are used to denote the same elements, and repeated descriptions are omitted as necessary.

[0029] Additionally, the right-handed xyz orthogonal coordinate system shown in the attached diagram is for ease of illustrating the positional relationships of the constituent elements. Typically, the positive z-axis points vertically upwards, and the xy-plane is horizontal.

[0030] Implementation Method 1 vehicle First, refer to Figure 1 The configuration of the vehicle involved in Implementation Method 1 will be described. Figure 1 This is an explanatory diagram used to illustrate the morphological changes of the vehicle involved in Embodiment 1. Figure 1 The upper part represents the vehicle's driving posture and is shown as an xy top view. Figure 1 The lower section represents the vehicle's transport configuration, shown as an xz top view. Vehicle 10 is typically transported in transport configuration, assembled at the transport destination to change to driving configuration, and then driven in driving configuration.

[0031] like Figure 1 As shown, vehicle 10 includes a power unit P1 and front and rear sections FR1 and FR2. The power unit P1 at least houses the vehicle's power source. Figure 1 In the example shown, the power unit P1 is equipped with battery 40.

[0032] Although Figure 1 Although not shown in the diagram, the power unit P1 can also carry the power source of the vehicle 10, such as a transmission drive axle or a motor. Furthermore, the power unit P1 can also carry vehicle parts required for the driving mode (such as handles described later) or tools required for changing modes. And, although in Figure 1 Not shown in the diagram, but the seat of vehicle 10 is positioned above battery 40.

[0033] exist Figure 1 In the example shown, vehicle 10 has one power unit P1 and two front and rear units FR1 and FR2. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the front and rear FR1 and the front and rear FR2 are configured to clamp the power unit P1 in the front-rear direction of the vehicle.

[0034] The front and rear sections FR1 and FR2 are each equipped with at least one of the front and rear wheels. Figure 1 In the example shown, the front wheel FT is mounted on the front and rear FR1, and the rear wheel RT is mounted on the front and rear FR2.

[0035] Alternatively, the front and rear FR1 and FR2 can also be configured such that, in the transport configuration, the front wheels FT and rear wheels RT are not installed, but when assembled at the transport destination to change to a driving configuration, the front wheels FT and rear wheels RT are installed. In this case, the front wheels FT and rear wheels RT can be transported together with vehicle 10, or they can be procured locally.

[0036] Handles or accelerator pedals may be installed on the front and rear FR1 and FR2, or they may be configured such that they are installed when the vehicle is assembled at the transport destination and converted into a driving mode. In transport mode, the front and rear FR1 and FR2 become part of the pallet, and in driving mode, they become a trapezoidal frame.

[0037] The power unit P1 is connected to the front and rear units FR1 and FR2 via a linkage mechanism. Figure 1 In the example shown, the power unit P1 is connected to the front and rear FR1 via a linkage mechanism C1. The power unit P2 is connected to the front and rear FR2 via a linkage mechanism C2. The following describes the detailed characteristics of the vehicle 10's driving mode, transport mode, and linkage mechanism.

[0038] Driving mode like Figure 1 As shown in the upper section, the vehicle 10 is in a driving configuration where the power unit P1 and the front and rear sections FR1 and FR2 are kept level, allowing it to move. For example, the driver sits in the seat of the power unit P1 ( Figure 1 (Not shown) The vehicle 10 is driven by operating the handles or accelerator pedals mounted on the front and rear FR1. In this case, the front and rear FR2 can be used as a load platform.

[0039] Transportation modes like Figure 1 As shown in the lower section, the vehicle 10 is in the following transportation configuration: along the C1 and C2 fold lines between the power unit P1 and the front and rear parts FR1 and FR2, the front and rear parts FR1 and FR2 are maintained in a state where they are folded toward the power unit P1, thereby enabling transportation.

[0040] More specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown in the lower section, the front and rear FR1 sections are folded towards the power unit P1 along line C1 between the power unit P1 and the front and rear FR2 sections. Furthermore, the front and rear FR2 sections are folded towards the power unit P1 along line C2 between the power unit P1 and the front and rear FR2 sections. That is, in the transport configuration, the front and rear FR1 and FR2 sections are arranged opposite each other as shown... Figure 1 The lower section shows the U-shaped shape.

[0041] Normally, vehicles are loaded into transport containers in a driving configuration, so one vehicle is loaded into one transport container. However, in the vehicle 10 according to Embodiment 1, ... Figure 1 The lower section shows the transportation configuration where vehicles are loaded into a transport container. Therefore, multiple vehicles can be loaded into the transport container, resulting in high transportation efficiency and reduced transportation costs.

[0042] Furthermore, in Figure 1 In the transport configuration shown in the lower section, the battery 40 mounted on the power unit P1 can suppress impacts during transport via the front and rear sections FR1 and FR2. Furthermore, in this transport configuration, the width, depth, and height dimensions can be arbitrarily set according to the container's dimensions.

[0043] Linkage mechanism refer to Figure 2 , Figure 3 The linkage mechanism between the power unit P1 and the front and rear units FR1 and FR2 will be explained. Figure 2 This is a diagram showing the morphological changes of the vehicle involved in Implementation Method 1. Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating an example of a linkage mechanism.

[0044] refer to Figure 2 Let's illustrate with an example of a linkage mechanism. For instance... Figure 2 As shown, linkage mechanisms R1 and R2 are respectively arranged between the power unit P1 and the front and rear units FR1 and FR2 at C1 and C2. Since linkage mechanism R1 and linkage mechanism R2 have the same structure, linkage mechanism R1 will be described below.

[0045] like Figure 2 As shown, the linkage mechanism R1 has a fastening part T1 and a guide hole H1. The fastening part T1 fastens the power part P1 and the front and rear parts FR1. The fastening part T1 is typically composed of a bolt and a nut, and is configured to be able to tighten and loosen.

[0046] The guide hole H1 has an L-shaped form. The fastening part T1 can slide by loosening the bolt and nut from one end of the L-shaped guide hole H1 to the other end. In other words, the guide hole H1 can also be described as a hole that guides the fastening part to slide to a specified position.

[0047] Furthermore, linkage mechanisms are not limited to Figure 2 The example shown can also be Figure 3 The linkage mechanism shown. Figure 3 This is a sectional view of a linkage mechanism, which replaces... Figure 2 The linkage mechanism shown.

[0048] like Figure 3As shown, in the cross-section of the linkage R3, the U-shaped cross-section of the front and rear sections FR1 (FR2) matches the U-shaped cross-section of the power unit P1. Then, the fastening part T3 fastens the power unit P1 and the front and rear sections FR1 (FR2). The fastening part T3 is typically composed of bolts and nuts, and the front and rear sections FR1 (FR2) are configured to rotate around the linkage R3 (central axis C3). Furthermore, in the U-shaped cross-section of the power unit P1, the central section is linearly arranged parallel to the y-axis, and the side sections are arranged parallel to the z-axis. Then, in the U-shaped cross-section of the power unit P1, the two ends of the central section are curved relative to the central section, forming side sections. The U-shaped cross-sections of the front and rear sections FR1 (FR2) are also the same.

[0049] Morphological changes Next, refer to Figure 2 The morphological change of vehicle 10 from a driving mode to a transport mode is explained. Figure 2 In the text, ST1 represents the driving mode and ST4 represents the transportation mode.

[0050] like Figure 2 As shown in ST1, if the vehicle 10 is in a driving mode, the power unit P1 and the front and rear units FR1 and FR2 remain flat. In the linkage mechanism R1, the fastening part T1 is fastened to one end of the L-shaped guide hole H1.

[0051] First, in linkage R1, loosen the fastener T1. Then, as... Figure 2 As shown in ST2, the fastening part T1 slides from one end of the L-shaped guide hole H1 toward the end in the short side direction (the center of the L-shaped shape). Thus, as... Figure 2 As shown in ST2, the power unit P1 moves in the negative z-axis direction.

[0052] Next, as Figure 2 As shown in ST3, the fastening part T1 slides from the end (center of the L-shaped part) of the guide hole H1 along the short side to the other end. That is, the front and rear parts FR1 slide relative to the power part P1 in the negative x-axis direction, and the front and rear parts FR2 slide relative to the power part P1 in the positive x-axis direction. Thus, as Figure 2 As shown in ST3, the front and rear FR1 are in a state where they can be folded toward the power unit P1.

[0053] Next, as Figure 2As shown in ST4, the front and rear sections fold towards the power unit along the fold line between the front and rear sections and the power unit. More specifically, the front and rear sections FR1 fold towards the power unit P1 along the fold line C1 between the front and rear sections FR1 and the power unit P1. Furthermore, the front and rear sections FR2 fold towards the power unit P1 along the fold line C2 between the front and rear sections FR2 and the power unit P1. Thus, in the vehicle 10, the front and rear sections FR1 and FR2 are arranged opposite to each other.

[0054] Furthermore, in order to maintain this state, in the linkage mechanism R1, the fastening part T1 is fastened and fixed at the other end of the L-shaped guide hole H1. In this way, the vehicle 10 changes from the driving mode (ST1) to the transport mode (ST4).

[0055] exist Figure 2 The diagram illustrates an example of vehicle 10 changing from a driving mode (ST1) to a transport mode (ST4) by sequentially changing from ST1 to ST4. Vehicle 10 can also change from a transport mode to a driving mode. For example, vehicle 10 can change from a driving mode to a transport mode by sequentially changing from ST1 to ST4. Figure 2 The ST4, 3, 2, and 1 changes from a transportation mode to a driving mode.

[0056] Thus, by sliding the fastener T1 along the guide hole H1, the vehicle 10 can reversibly change between transport and driving modes. This configuration facilitates assembly at the transport destination. Furthermore, even when… Figure 3 In the case of the linkage mechanism R3 shown, only the front and rear FR1 (FR2) rotate around the linkage mechanism R3 (central axis C3), and the vehicle 10 can reversibly change between the transport mode and the driving mode, so it is easy to assemble at the transport destination.

[0057] Reinforcing components refer to Figure 4 The reinforcement components will be explained. Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the reinforcing components in both driving and transport modes. Figure 4 The upper part represents the vehicle's driving posture and is an xy top view. Figure 4 The lower section represents the vehicle's transportation configuration and is an xz top view. Figure 4 In the middle, as a linkage mechanism Figure 3 The linkage mechanism R3 shown will be explained. Additionally, in... Figure 4 For simplicity, only the front and rear sections FR1 and the power unit P1 are shown. The front and rear sections FR2 are omitted.

[0058] like Figure 4As shown in the upper section, the auxiliary component 21 has a triangular shape. The auxiliary component 21 is arranged such that one side is parallel to the length direction of the power unit P1 and the other side is parallel to the length direction of the front and rear parts FR1. Moreover, two auxiliary components 21 are provided to clamp the front and rear parts FR1 and the power unit P1.

[0059] By inserting the bolt into hole h2 and tightening the nut while the auxiliary component 21 clamps the front and rear FR1 and the power unit P1, the folded state of the front and rear FR1 facing the power unit P1 can be maintained. This helps to suppress deformation of the front and rear FR1 and the power unit P1 due to impacts during transportation. Furthermore, it also helps to mitigate the impact on the battery 40 (see reference). Figure 1 The impact during transportation.

[0060] like Figure 4 As shown in the lower section, the auxiliary component 22 has a rectangular shape. The auxiliary component 22 is arranged such that its long side is parallel to the length direction of the power unit P1 and the front and rear parts FR1. Moreover, two auxiliary components 22 are provided to clamp the front and rear parts FR1 and the power unit P1.

[0061] By inserting the bolt into hole h3 and tightening the nut while the front and rear FR1 and power unit P1 are held by the auxiliary component 22, the power unit P1 and the front and rear FR1 can be kept flat. This helps to suppress deformation of the front and rear FR1 and power unit P1 due to impacts during driving. Furthermore, it helps to alleviate stress applied to the fastening part T3 during driving.

[0062] exist Figure 4 In the middle, as a linkage mechanism Figure 3 The linkage R3 shown illustrates an example of mounting a reinforcing component. However, it is not limited to this; the linkage mechanism can be... Figure 2 In the case of the linkage mechanism R1 shown, it can also be configured to install a reinforcing member. Furthermore, auxiliary member 21 is referred to as the first reinforcing member, and auxiliary member 22 is referred to as the second reinforcing member.

[0063] honeycomb structure refer to Figure 5 The honeycomb structure of the power unit and the front and rear sections is explained. Figure 5 This is an xy-view top view showing the driving configuration of the vehicle according to Embodiment 1. Figure 5 In the middle, the power unit P1 and the front and rear parts FR1 and FR2 have a honeycomb structure. Apart from this, it is similar to... Figure 1 The structures shown are identical, therefore explanations are omitted.

[0064] like Figure 5As shown, the power unit P1 and the front and rear units FR1 and FR2 of the vehicle 10 have a honeycomb structure H10. However, it is not limited to this, and the vehicle 10 may also be configured such that at least one of the power unit P1 and the front and rear units FR1 and FR2 has a honeycomb structure H10.

[0065] The vehicle 10 achieves lightweighting and increased strength by having a honeycomb structure H10 in at least one of the power unit P1 and the front and rear sections FR1 and FR2. Therefore, deformation of the front and rear sections FR1 and the power unit P1 due to impacts during transportation and driving can be suppressed. Furthermore, it also mitigates the impact on the battery 40 (see reference). Figure 1 The impact during transportation and travel.

[0066] Furthermore, the vehicle 10 has a honeycomb structure H10 in at least one of the power unit P1 and the front and rear sections FR1 and FR2. The holes in the honeycomb serve as air channels, which can suppress the accumulation of moisture near the battery 40 during transportation. This can suppress the rusting of the battery 40. In addition, it can air-cool the battery 40 when its temperature rises during driving.

[0067] The power unit P1 and the front and rear units FR1 and FR2 are not limited to a honeycomb structure, but can also be configured with ribs, grids, and plates.

[0068] Thus, in the vehicle 10 according to Embodiment 1, the linkage mechanism R1 has a fastening part T1 and a guide hole H1. By sliding the fastening part T1 along the guide hole H1, the vehicle 10 can reversibly change between a transport mode and a driving mode. With this configuration, assembly at the transport destination becomes easier.

[0069] Implementation Method 2 Next, refer to Figure 6 The configuration of the vehicle involved in Implementation Method 2 will be described. Figure 6 This is an explanatory diagram used to illustrate the morphological changes of the vehicle involved in Embodiment 2. Figure 1 The upper part represents the vehicle's driving posture and is shown as an xy top view. Figure 1 The lower section represents the vehicle's transport configuration, shown as an xz top view. Vehicle 20 is typically transported in its transport configuration and then assembled at the transport destination to transform into its driving configuration.

[0070] Figure 6 The vehicle 20 shown is Figure 1 The difference between the vehicle shown and the vehicle 10 is that it has front and rear sections FR3 and passenger compartments B1 and B2. The configuration of the front and rear sections FR3 in the vehicle 20 is the same as that of the front and rear sections FR1 and FR2, so the description is omitted.

[0071] like Figure 6As shown, vehicle 20 has two passenger compartments B1 and B2, one power unit P1, and three front and rear compartments FR1, FR2, and FR3. Figure 6 The passenger compartments B1 and B2 shown include at least a door for the driver to get on and off.

[0072] Vehicle 20, like vehicle 10, can reversibly change into a transport mode and a driving mode. The method of changing the mode of vehicle 20 is the same as... Figure 2 The situation is the same for vehicle 10 shown, so the description is omitted. The following describes the transportation and driving modes of vehicle 20.

[0073] Driving mode like Figure 6 As shown in the upper section, the vehicle 20 extends in a straight line along the positive x-axis, consisting of a front and rear section FR1, a power unit P1, a front and rear section FR3, and a front and rear section FR2. The front and rear sections FR1, P1, FR3, and FR2 extend adjacent to each other. The passenger sections B1 and B2 are connected via a linkage mechanism in a direction perpendicular to the extension direction. Figure 6 (Not shown) Connected to the power unit P1.

[0074] like Figure 6 As shown in the upper section, the vehicle 10 is in a driving configuration where the front and rear sections FR1, the power unit P1, the front and rear sections FR3, and the front and rear sections FR2 remain flat, allowing it to travel. Figure 6 In the preceding paragraph, for ease of explanation, the seating units B1 and B2 were shown in a state parallel to the xy plane. However, in vehicle 20, in the driving mode, the seating units B1 and B2 are assembled to be parallel to the xz plane. Furthermore, for example, by using a pipe ( Figure 6 (Not shown) Connecting the passenger sections B1 and B2 to form the vehicle's roof. Furthermore, it can be configured, for example, by using a pipe ( Figure 6 (Not shown) The roof of the vehicle is formed by connecting the passenger sections B1 and B2 and covering them with cloth.

[0075] The driver sits in the seat of the P1 power unit ( Figure 1 (Not shown) The vehicle 20 is driven by operating the handle or accelerator pedal mounted on the front and rear FR1. In this case, the front and rear FR2 and FR3 can be used as load platforms. Thus, the vehicle 20 is composed of 6 surfaces, thereby increasing the space available for the load platforms.

[0076] Transportation modes like Figure 6As shown in the lower section, the front and rear FR1 parts are folded towards the power unit P1 along line C11 between the power unit P1 and the front and rear FR1 parts. Furthermore, the front and rear FR2 parts are folded towards the power unit P1 along line C13 between the power unit P1 and the front and rear FR3 parts. Moreover, the front and rear FR2 parts are folded towards the front and rear FR3 along line C15 between the front and rear FR2 parts and the front and rear FR3 parts.

[0077] Then, maintaining the folded state of the seating section B1 towards the power section P1 along the C12 fold line between the seating section B1 and the power section P1, maintain the folded state of the seating section B2 towards the power section P1 along the C14 fold line between the seating section B2 and the power section P1.

[0078] That is, such as Figure 6 As shown in the lower section, in transport mode, the front and rear sections FR1 and FR3 of vehicle 20 are arranged opposite each other, and the passenger section B1 ( Figure 6 The lower section (not shown) is positioned opposite the passenger compartment B2. Furthermore, in transport mode, the power unit P1 is positioned opposite the front and rear FR2, as shown below. Figure 6 The lower section shows a hexahedron. In other words, in the transport configuration, the power unit P1 becomes the bottom surface, the front and rear FR2 becomes the top surface, and the passenger units B1 and B2, and the front and rear FR1 and FR3 become the sides, forming a hexahedron.

[0079] By configuring the vehicle 20 in this way, other vehicles 20 can be stacked on top of each other when the vehicle 20 is loaded into a transport container. Therefore, transport efficiency can be improved and transport costs reduced. Furthermore, in Figure 6 In the transportation configuration shown in the lower section, the battery 40 mounted on the power unit P1 is located inside the hexahedron, thus suppressing the impact during transportation.

[0080] exist Figure 6 The vehicle 20 shown is an example with one power unit P1 and three front and rear units FR1, FR2, and FR3. However, it is not limited to this and can also be configured with two front and rear units and two power units. That is, the vehicle 20 can be configured to have at least one front and rear unit and a power unit, totaling four.

[0081] Furthermore, in Figure 6 In the vehicle 20 shown, the passenger compartment B1 is connected to a linkage mechanism in a direction perpendicular to the extension direction. Figure 6 An example (not shown in the figure) of the connection between the passenger unit and the power unit P1 has been described. However, it is not limited to this. The passenger unit may also be connected to the front and rear parts or the power unit via a linkage mechanism in a direction perpendicular to the extension direction, and the passenger units may be arranged opposite each other in the transport mode.

[0082] Thus, in Embodiment 2, the front and rear sections and the power unit of the vehicle 20 are adjacent to each other and are connected by a linkage mechanism, extending in a straight line. The passenger section is connected to the power unit via a linkage mechanism in a direction perpendicular to the direction of extension. With this configuration, the vehicle 20 becomes a hexahedron in transport mode and can be stacked when loaded into a transport container. Therefore, transport efficiency can be improved and transport costs can be reduced.

[0083] The aforementioned vehicles 10 and 20 are made of materials such as metal or resin. There are no limitations on the molding method used for the aforementioned vehicles 10 and 20; for example, they can be molded by injection molding.

[0084] Furthermore, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and appropriate modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention.

Claims

1. A vehicle, which is a vehicle body connected to a power unit having at least a power source of a vehicle body via a link mechanism with at least one of a front wheel and a rear wheel mounted to a front and rear portion, characterized in that the link mechanism has a fastening portion of the power unit and the front and rear portion, and a guide hole that guides the fastening portion to a prescribed position by sliding, and by sliding the fastening portion along the guide hole, a traveling mode in which the power unit and the front and rear portion can be maintained in a flat state to travel, and a transport mode in which the front and rear portion can be maintained in a state of being folded toward the power unit along a folding line between the front and rear portion and the power unit to be transported, can be reversibly changed.

2. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one of the power unit and the front and rear portion has a honeycomb structure.

3. The vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that further provided are two seating portions including at least a door for getting on and off by a driver, and four of at least one of the front and rear portion and the power unit, in the traveling mode, the front and rear portion and the power unit extend linearly in a manner of being adjacent to each other, in a direction perpendicular to a direction in which the front and rear portion and the power unit extend, the seating portions are connected to the front and rear portion or the power unit via the link mechanism, in the transport mode, the seating portions are maintained in a state of being folded toward the power unit along a folding line between the seating portions and the front and rear portion or the power unit, so that the seating portions are arranged opposite to each other and form a hexahedron located on a side surface.

4. The vehicle according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that provided are a first reinforcing member and a second reinforcing member that can be detached according to a mode of the vehicle, the first reinforcing member maintains a state in which the front and rear portion is folded toward the power unit by gripping the front and rear portion and the power unit in the transport mode, and the second reinforcing member maintains a flat state of the power unit and the front and rear portion by gripping the front and rear portion and the power unit in the traveling mode.

5. A vehicle, characterized in that a power unit having at least a power source of a vehicle body is connected to a front and rear portion having at least one of a front wheel and a rear wheel via a link mechanism, in a cross section of the link mechanism, a U-shaped cross section of the front and rear portion and a U-shaped cross section of the power unit can be fitted to rotate, by rotating the front and rear portion around the link mechanism, a transport mode in which the front and rear portion can be maintained in a state of being folded toward the power unit along a folding line between the front and rear portion and the power unit to be transported, and a traveling mode in which the power unit and the front and rear portion can be maintained in a flat state to travel, can be reversibly changed. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

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