An inflatable kayak deployable as a floating platform

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of inflatable kayak that can be unfolded into floating platform, it is related to hydrofoil plate technical field.It includes inflatable board, sealing sheet and waterproof zipper, the shape of the unfolded state of inflatable board is rectangle, sealing sheet is equipped on the short side of the both ends of inflatable board, the outside of sealing sheet is equipped with waterproof zipper, when waterproof zipper opens, inflatable board is in unfolded state, when waterproof zipper closes, inflatable board is in folded state, inflatable board is folded into narrow long kayak.Innovatively, the function of floating platform and kayak is integrated together, user can easily convert between spacious static platform and agile dynamic rowing tool according to demand, which greatly improves the practical value and user experience of product;through the combination of unique waterproof zipper and preset crease structure, simple and fast switching operation between two forms is realized, the folded form is neat, and the rowing performance is good;and it has very high airtightness and watertightness, safe and reliable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water sports equipment technology, and in particular to an inflatable kayak that can be unfolded into a floating platform. Background Technology

[0002] A kayak is a long, narrow boat, typically used by a single person, and its design originates from the traditional animal skin boats of the Inuit. Traditional kayaks are mainly divided into two types: rigid-hulled and inflatable. Rigid-hulled kayaks are usually made of fiberglass, plastic, or composite materials. Their advantages include a sturdy hull, excellent performance, high speed, and precise control. However, their biggest disadvantages are their large size, heavy weight, and extreme inconvenience in storage and transportation. Inflatable kayaks are typically made of polymer-coated fabrics (such as PVC or TPU), and can be folded and stored in a backpack after deflation, greatly improving portability.

[0003] However, these inflatable kayaks have relatively limited functionality, and their initial design and final form are limited to single-person or multi-person paddling tools. When users want to relax, fish, or sunbathe on the water, the kayak's narrow cabin and limited stability make it difficult to provide a comfortable and spacious static platform. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention addresses the technical problem of relatively limited functionality in inflatable kayaks by providing an inflatable kayak that can be unfolded into a floating platform. The platform includes an inflatable board, a sealing sheet, and a waterproof zipper. When unfolded, the inflatable kayak forms a rectangular floating platform, providing users with a comfortable and spacious static platform on the water. When folded, the inflatable kayak is a narrow and long kayak, characterized by excellent performance, high speed, and precise control.

[0005] Therefore, the technical solution of this utility model is an inflatable kayak that can be unfolded into a floating platform, which includes an inflatable plate, a sealing sheet, and a waterproof zipper. The inflatable plate is rectangular in shape when unfolded. Sealing sheets are provided on the short sides at both ends of the inflatable plate. A waterproof zipper is provided on the outside of the sealing sheet. When the waterproof zipper is open, the inflatable plate is in the unfolded state. When the waterproof zipper is closed, the inflatable plate is in the folded state. The inflatable plate is folded into a narrow and long kayak.

[0006] Furthermore, the inflatable panel is made of woven fabric and sealing fabric.

[0007] Furthermore, the sealing cloth is made of PVC cloth.

[0008] Furthermore, the waterproof zipper adopts a structurally sealed waterproof zipper.

[0009] Furthermore, the inflatable plate includes the left boat bottom plate, the right boat bottom plate, the left boat side plate, the right boat side plate, the left boat front plate, the right boat front plate, the left boat rear plate, and the right boat rear plate.

[0010] Furthermore, the left and right bottom plates are symmetrically structured, with a crease between them; the left and right side plates are also symmetrically structured, with the left side plate located outside the left bottom plate and a crease between it and the left bottom plate, and the right side plate located outside the right bottom plate and a crease between it and the right bottom plate.

[0011] Furthermore, the left and right bow plates are symmetrical structures. The left bow plate is located in the middle of the front end of the left side plate and the left bottom plate, and there is a crease between them. The right bow plate is located in the middle of the front end of the right side plate and the right bottom plate, and there is a crease between them.

[0012] Furthermore, the left and right aft plates are symmetrical structures. The left aft plate is located in the middle of the rear end of the left side plate and the left bottom plate, and there is a crease between them. The right aft plate is located in the middle of the rear end of the right side plate and the right bottom plate, and there is a crease between them.

[0013] Furthermore, the crease is connected to the upper and lower sides of the fabric with sewing thread, and sealing strips are provided on both the upper and lower sides of the sewing thread in the crease.

[0014] Furthermore, the sealing strip is bonded to the fabric using a heat-sealing or high-frequency welding process.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: it innovatively integrates the functions of a floating platform and a kayak, allowing users to easily switch between a spacious static platform and an agile dynamic paddling tool according to their needs, greatly enhancing the product's practical value and user experience; through the combination of a unique waterproof zipper and a pre-set crease structure, it achieves a simple and quick switching operation between the two forms, with a neat shape after folding and good paddling performance; the use of a structurally sealed waterproof zipper and a crease design reinforced with multiple layers of sealing strips ensures that the product has extremely high airtightness and watertightness, making it safe and reliable. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model in its unfolded state;

[0017] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A bird's-eye view;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the folded state of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 Top view;

[0020] Figure 5 yes Figure 1A bottom view;

[0021] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 The right view;

[0022] Figure 7 yes Figure 1 Front view;

[0023] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded state of the physical semi-finished product of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the folded state of the physical semi-finished product of this utility model.

[0025] Explanation of symbols in the diagram:

[0026] 1. Inflatable board; 11. Left bottom plate; 12. Right bottom plate; 13. Left side plate; 14. Right side plate; 15. Left front plate; 16. Right front plate; 17. Left rear plate; 18. Right rear plate; 101. Inflatable port; 2. Sealing plate; 3. Waterproof zipper. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0028] like Figures 1-9 As shown, this utility model provides an inflatable kayak that can be unfolded into a floating platform, which includes an inflatable plate 1, a sealing sheet 2, and a waterproof zipper 3. When unfolded, the inflatable kayak is a rectangular floating platform, providing users with a comfortable and spacious static platform on the water. When folded, the inflatable kayak is a narrow and long kayak, which has the characteristics of excellent performance, fast sailing speed, and precise control.

[0029] The inflatable board 1 is rectangular in its unfolded state. Sealing sheets 2, made of PVC fabric, are located on the short sides of both ends of the inflatable board 1 and are fixed to the short sides of the inflatable board 1 with adhesive. A waterproof zipper 3 is located on the outside of the sealing sheet 2. When the waterproof zipper 3 is open, the inflatable board 1 is in the unfolded state; when the waterproof zipper 3 is closed, the inflatable board 1 is in the folded state, folding into a narrow and long kayak.

[0030] Waterproof Zipper 3 uses a structurally sealed waterproof zipper. This type of zipper achieves its seal through a purely physical structural design. It typically involves adding a sealing strip to the outside of the zipper or incorporating an airtight structure within the zipper itself, thus physically preventing the passage of water and air. This is the highest level of sealing; it not only provides waterproofing but also effectively isolates air and water vapor, ensuring the product's safety and durability in various aquatic environments.

[0031] The inflatable board 1 is made of woven fabric and sealing fabric. First, the woven fabric is cut into a rectangle, and then the sealing fabric is wrapped around the woven fabric to seal the top and bottom sides of the woven fabric. A sealed inflatable chamber is formed between the sealing fabric and the top and bottom sides of the woven fabric. This inflatable chamber is equipped with an inflation port 101. The sealing fabric is PVC fabric with a thickness of 0.5-1mm.

[0032] To enable the inflatable board 1 to be quickly folded into the shape of a kayak, the inflatable board 1 includes a left bottom plate 11, a right bottom plate 12, a left side plate 13, a right side plate 14, a left front plate 15, a right front plate 16, a left rear plate 17, and a right rear plate 18. After the inflatable board 1 is folded, the left bottom plate 11 and the right bottom plate 12 form the V-shaped bottom of the kayak, which is conducive to breaking through the water and stable navigation. The left side plate 13 and the right side plate 14 form the sides of the kayak, the left front plate 15 and the right front plate 16 form the bow of the kayak, and the left rear plate 17 and the right rear plate 18 form the stern of the kayak.

[0033] The left bottom plate 11 and the right bottom plate 12 are symmetrical structures, with a crease between them; the left side plate 13 and the right side plate 14 are symmetrical structures, with the left side plate 13 located outside the left bottom plate 11 and a crease between them; the right side plate 14 is located outside the right bottom plate 12 and a crease between it and the right bottom plate 12.

[0034] The left boat front plate 15 and the right boat front plate 16 are symmetrical structures. The left boat front plate 15 is located in the middle of the front end of the left boat side plate 13 and the left boat bottom plate 11, and there are creases between them. The right boat front plate 16 is located in the middle of the front end of the right boat side plate 14 and the right boat bottom plate 12, and there are creases between them.

[0035] The left aft plate 17 and the right aft plate 18 are symmetrical structures. The left aft plate 17 is located in the middle of the rear end of the left side plate 13 and the left bottom plate 11, and there are creases between them. The right aft plate 18 is located in the middle of the rear end of the right side plate 14 and the right bottom plate 12, and there are creases between them.

[0036] The creases above are connected to the top and bottom of the fabric with sewing thread. Sealing strips are provided on the top and bottom sides of the sewing thread in the creases. The sealing strips are bonded to the fabric with heat sealing or high-frequency welding, which effectively prevents air leakage under repeated folding and inflation stress. There are multiple rows of sewing thread and multiple layers of sealing strips. The sealing strips are made of PVC fabric with a thickness of 0.5-1mm.

[0037] This invention provides an inflatable kayak that can be unfolded into a floating platform, innovatively integrating the functions of a floating platform and a kayak. Users can easily switch between a spacious static platform and an agile dynamic paddling tool according to their needs, greatly enhancing the product's practical value and user experience. Through a unique combination of waterproof zippers and a pre-set crease structure, a simple and quick switching operation between the two forms is achieved. The folded shape is neat and the paddling performance is good. The structurally sealed waterproof zipper and the crease design reinforced with multiple sealing strips ensure that the product has extremely high airtightness and watertightness, making it safe and reliable.

[0038] However, the above description is only a specific embodiment of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of implementation of this utility model. Therefore, any substitution of equivalent components or equivalent changes and modifications made in accordance with the scope of protection of this utility model should still fall within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. An inflatable kayak that can be deployed into a floating platform, characterized in that, The device includes an inflatable board, sealing sheets, and a waterproof zipper. The inflatable board is rectangular in its unfolded state. Sealing sheets are provided on the short sides at both ends of the inflatable board. A waterproof zipper is provided on the outside of the sealing sheets. When the waterproof zipper is open, the inflatable board is in the unfolded state. When the waterproof zipper is closed, the inflatable board is in the folded state. The inflatable board is folded into a narrow and long kayak.

2. An inflatable kayak that can be deployed into a floating platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inflatable plate is made of woven fabric and sealing fabric.

3. An inflatable kayak that can be deployed into a floating platform according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sealing cloth is made of PVC cloth.

4. An inflatable kayak that can be deployed into a floating platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The waterproof zipper is a structurally sealed waterproof zipper.

5. An inflatable kayak that can be deployed into a floating platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inflatable board includes the left bottom plate, right bottom plate, left side plate, right side plate, left front plate, right front plate, left rear plate, and right rear plate.

6. An inflatable kayak that can be deployed into a floating platform according to claim 5, characterized in that, The left and right bottom plates are symmetrically structured, with a crease between them; the left and right side plates are also symmetrically structured, with the left side plate located outside the left bottom plate and a crease between it and the left bottom plate; the right side plate is located outside the right bottom plate and a crease between it and the right bottom plate.

7. An inflatable kayak that can be deployed into a floating platform according to claim 6, characterized in that, The left and right bow plates are symmetrical structures. The left bow plate is located in the middle of the front end of the left side plate and the left bottom plate, and there is a crease between them. The right bow plate is located in the middle of the front end of the right side plate and the right bottom plate, and there is a crease between them.

8. An inflatable kayak that can be deployed into a floating platform according to claim 7, characterized in that, The left and right aft plates are symmetrical structures. The left aft plate is located in the middle of the rear end of the left side plate and the left bottom plate, and there is a crease between them. The right aft plate is located in the middle of the rear end of the right side plate and the right bottom plate, and there is a crease between them.

9. An inflatable kayak that can be deployed into a floating platform according to claim 8, characterized in that, The crease is connected to the upper and lower sides of the fabric with sewing thread, and sealing strips are provided on the upper and lower sides of the sewing thread of the crease.

10. An inflatable kayak that can be deployed into a floating platform according to claim 9, characterized in that, The sealing strip is bonded to the wire mesh fabric by heat sealing or high-frequency welding.

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