Power module clamping mechanism and unpowered hydrofoil surfboard

Abstract

The utility model discloses a power module clamping mechanism and an unpowered hydrofoil surfboard, the power module clamping mechanism comprises a first shell fixedly connected with a power module and a second shell matched with the first shell, and a mounting hole for mounting a mast is formed between the first shell and the second shell. And a locking mechanism for locking the mast is arranged in the mounting hole, so that the adaptability problem of inconsistent sizes of masts in the market is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of water surfing equipment, and more specifically, to a power module clamping mechanism and a non-powered hydrofoil surfboard. Background Technology

[0002] Hydrofoil surfboards on the market are divided into self-powered hydrofoil surfboards and non-powered hydrofoil surfboards. Non-powered hydrofoil surfboards obtain power from natural ocean waves to increase forward speed. When the forward speed reaches a certain level, the hydrofoil obtains enough lift in the water and lifts the board above the water surface through the mast.

[0003] As speed decreases, users need to continuously push off the board to maintain lift for the hydrofoil. Without waves, it is difficult for users to gain sufficient speed on the board to generate enough lift for the hydrofoil.

[0004] Therefore, an auxiliary propulsion device is available on the market for installation on unpowered hydrofoil surfboards. Regarding how the power module of the propulsion device is installed on the mast of the unpowered hydrofoil surfboard, existing technology, such as application number 202420680716.X, discloses a replaceable clip surfboard propulsion device. Through the setting of the main body connecting groove, different clips can be replaced according to the size of the mast under the surfboard to achieve a tight fit. Although this solution can achieve the purpose of cooperating with masts of different sizes, it requires the use of clips of various specifications. For users, this is not only inconvenient to operate, but also requires matching clips of many specifications, which is not only costly, but also makes it difficult to store the parts.

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary for the inventors to design a new power module clamping mechanism and a non-powered hydrofoil surfboard to overcome the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The main purpose of this application is to provide a power module clamping mechanism and a non-powered hydrofoil surfboard to solve the compatibility problem of inconsistent mast sizes on the market.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides a power module clamping mechanism, including a first housing fixedly connected to a power module and a second housing cooperating with the first housing. A mounting hole for mounting a mast is formed between the first housing and the second housing, and a locking mechanism for locking the mast is provided in the mounting hole.

[0008] Optionally, the first housing and the second housing are detachably connected.

[0009] Optionally, the first housing and the second housing are plugged into each other.

[0010] Optionally, a first clamping block is slidably provided on one side of the mounting hole along the width direction of the mast, and the locking mechanism is used to lock the second clamping block.

[0011] Optionally, the first clamping block has a first slot that mates with the edge of the mast.

[0012] Optionally, a second clamping block is fixedly provided on the other side of the mounting hole.

[0013] Optionally, the second clamping block has a second slot that mates with the edge of the mast.

[0014] Optionally, the locking mechanism includes a stud fixedly connected to the first clamping block and an operating nut threadedly engaged with the stud.

[0015] Optionally, the first clamping block is located on the side of the second housing, a wear-resistant bushing is provided between the operating nut and the second housing, and a snap ring is provided on the operating nut to prevent it from disengaging from the wear-resistant bushing.

[0016] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides a non-powered hydrofoil surfboard, including a surfboard body and a mast fixedly connected to the surfboard body, wherein the aforementioned power module clamping mechanism is installed on the mast.

[0017] The present invention provides a power module clamping mechanism and a non-powered hydrofoil surfboard. Compared with the prior art, its advantages are as follows: by setting a locking structure, the purpose of locking masts of different sizes can be achieved by adjusting the locking structure, without the need for additional accessories, and the operation is convenient. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the application and to make other features, objects, and advantages of the application more apparent. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of this application are used to explain the application and do not constitute an undue limitation of the application. In the drawings:

[0019] Figure 1 This is an overall structural diagram of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a non-powered hydrofoil surfboard.

[0022] The components are: 1. Power module; 2. First housing; 3. Second housing; 4. First clamping block; 5. Second clamping block; 6. First slot; 7. Second slot; 8. Stud; 9. Operating nut; 10. Wear-resistant bushing; 11. Snap ring; 12. Surfboard body; 13. Mast. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0024] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be used interchangeably where appropriate for the embodiments of this application described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0025] In this application, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "middle," "vertical," "horizontal," "lateral," and "longitudinal" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for the purpose of better describing this application and its embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated device, element, or component to having a specific orientation, or to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation.

[0026] Furthermore, in addition to indicating location or positional relationship, some of the aforementioned terms may also have other meanings. For example, the term "above" may also be used in some cases to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] In addition, the term "multiple" should mean two or more.

[0028] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. This application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0029] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, a power module 1 clamping mechanism includes a first housing 2 fixedly connected to the power module 1 and a second housing 3 cooperating with the first housing 2. A mounting hole for mounting a mast 13 is formed between the first housing 2 and the second housing 3. A locking mechanism for locking the mast 12 is provided in the mounting hole.

[0030] To facilitate disassembly from the mast 13, preferably, the first housing 2 and the second housing 3 are detachably connected. When replacing, simply detach the second housing 3 from the mast 12. After replacing the mast 12, insert the two housings into the mast 13 from both sides and then assemble them. For ease of operation, the first housing 2 and the second housing 3 are inserted into each other. For example, the end face of the first housing 2 is provided with an insertion cavity, and the end of the second housing 3 or its end is provided with an insertion part that mates with the insertion cavity. The insertion part mates with the insertion cavity. Of course, to ensure the stability of the two, a fastening structure can also be provided between them, such as using fasteners for fixation.

[0031] Regarding the location of the locking mechanism, in this embodiment, it is preferable to lock both sides of the mast 13. That is, a first clamping block 4 is slidably provided on one side of the mounting hole along the width direction of the mast 13, and the locking mechanism is used to lock the second clamping block 5. A second clamping block 5 is fixedly provided on the other side of the mounting hole, and then the mast 13 is clamped between the first clamping block 4 and the second clamping block 5 to achieve locking. In addition, in order to make the clamping blocks and the mast 13 fit more tightly, since the size of the mast 13 is gradually changing from the middle to the edge, the first clamping block 4 has a first slot 6 that fits with the edge of the mast 13, and the second clamping block 5 has a second slot 6 that fits with the edge of the mast 13. That is, the inner cavities of the first slot 6 and the second slot 7 are respectively adapted to the edge of the mast 13, which not only fits tightly, but also reduces damage to the mast 13.

[0032] Regarding the specific structure of the locking mechanism, this embodiment emphasizes that the locking mechanism includes a stud 8 fixedly connected to the first clamping block 4 and an operating nut 9 threadedly engaged with the stud 8. By rotating the operating nut 9, the stud 8 is moved, thereby moving the first clamping block 4. This allows adjustment of the width between the first clamping block 4 and the second clamping block 5, thus enabling locking of masts 13 of different sizes.

[0033] Furthermore, the locking mechanism is not limited to the structure described above. It can also be a locking plate that slides along the thickness direction of the mast 13. By adjusting the position of the locking plate in the thickness direction, the friction between the locking plate and the end face of the mast 13 is used to lock it. In this method, there is no need to use the first clamping block 4 and the second clamping block 5. Compared with the above embodiment, it is very easy to cause wear to the end face of the mast 13. Therefore, it is preferred to use the aforementioned locking mechanism. However, other locking mechanisms such as the locking mechanism described in this paragraph are also within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0034] like Figure 2 As shown, since the operating nut 9 needs to be continuously turned during adjustment, in order to prevent its wear and thus extend its service life, the first clamping block 4 is located on the side of the second housing 3. A wear-resistant bushing 10 is provided between the operating nut 8 and the second housing 3. In addition, a snap ring 11 is provided on the operating nut 9 to prevent it from disengaging from the wear-resistant bushing 10.

[0035] like Figure 3 As shown, this embodiment also provides a non-powered hydrofoil surfboard, including a surfboard body 12 and a mast 13 fixedly connected to the surfboard body 12, with the aforementioned power module 1 clamping mechanism installed on the mast 13.

[0036] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A power module clamping mechanism, characterized by: It includes a first housing fixedly connected to a power module and a second housing that cooperates with the first housing. A mounting hole for mounting a mast is formed between the first housing and the second housing. A locking mechanism for locking the mast is provided in the mounting hole.

2. A power module gripping mechanism as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The first housing and the second housing are detachably connected.

3. A power module gripping mechanism as claimed in claim 2, characterised in that: The first housing and the second housing are inserted into each other.

4. A power module gripping mechanism as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: A first clamping block is slidably provided on one side of the mounting hole along the width direction of the mast, and the locking mechanism is used to lock the second clamping block.

5. A power module gripping mechanism as claimed in claim 4, characterised in that: The first clamping block has a first slot that mates with the edge of the mast.

6. A power module gripping mechanism as claimed in claim 4, characterised in that: A second clamping block is fixedly installed on the other side of the mounting hole.

7. A power module gripping mechanism as claimed in claim 6, characterised in that: The second clamping block has a second slot that mates with the edge of the mast.

8. A power module gripping mechanism as claimed in claim 4, characterized in that: The locking mechanism includes a stud fixedly connected to the first clamping block and an operating nut threadedly engaged with the stud.

9. A power module gripping mechanism as claimed in claim 8, characterised in that: The first clamping block is located on the side of the second housing. A wear-resistant bushing is provided between the operating nut and the second housing. A snap ring is provided on the operating nut to prevent it from disengaging from the wear-resistant bushing.

10. An unpowered hydrofoil surfboard characterised in that: The device includes a surfboard body and a mast fixedly connected to the surfboard body, wherein a power module clamping mechanism as described in any one of claims 1-9 is installed on the mast.

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