electric boat

Abstract

Electric boat (1) with a floor (2) and at least one usable area (3), characterized in that at least one berth (5) integrated into the floor (2) or the at least one usable area (3) is provided, which is movable by means of an adjustment device (6) between a non-use position, in which it is arranged flush with the surface of a floor (2) surrounding the berth (5) or with a usable area (3) surrounding the berth (5), and at least two different use positions, in which it is not arranged flush with the surface of the floor (2) surrounding the berth (5) or with the usable area (3) surrounding the berth (5), and in that an electric motor drive of the adjustment device (6) is provided, which has a self-locking worm gear, whereby the berth (5) remains in its set use position without the electric motor drive of the adjustment device (6) having to be energized.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to an electric boat with a bottom and at least one usable area, according to the preamble of claim 1.

[0002] From DE 18 41 302 A1, a generic electric boat is known, consisting of two inflatable floats located lengthwise on the outside, connected by a collapsible tubular frame which has a suspended reclining cover. While sitting in the middle of the reclining section, it is possible to retract the foot end and enter and exit the boat via a ladder and two side railings located in the middle of the boat between the two floats.

[0003] A recreational boat, known from CN 215752919 U, can also be used as a diving platform. This recreational boat features a slide, safety buoyancy aids, and deck chairs.

[0004] From EP 2 498 646 B1, a garden lounger with a weatherproof base frame is known, which can accommodate a reclining frame. A drive mechanism allows elements of the reclining frame to be moved, making them adjustable to a wide variety of positions.

[0005] German patent DE 32 29 182 A1 discloses a boat with inflatable sunbathing areas, which can, for example, be arranged on the sides. These inflatable sunbathing areas make it possible to compensate for unevenness in the boat's hull and create additional sunbathing space.

[0006] From DE 199 51 619 A1, a motorboat is known with a hull, an open passenger compartment, and a helm station with a roof. The roof is designed as a panel attached to the hull, which can be pivoted between a closed position that weatherproofs the helm station and an open position that is raised above the helm station. In the open position, the panel can be positioned at the stern above an outboard motor and used as a sun lounger.

[0007] Electric boats have long been used for environmentally friendly tourism on a variety of lakes. However, these electric boats are typically compact and have limited usable space, meaning they usually serve almost exclusively to transport passengers. Additional seating or lounging options are generally only available with onboard furniture, although it's also possible to create sleeping spaces by folding down existing seats. Larger electric boats may feature a sleeping area above a rear-mounted engine compartment. However, this area typically serves only as a cover for the engine compartment or a battery compartment located beneath it, offering very limited comfort and sometimes even limited weight capacity.

[0008] The present invention therefore addresses the problem of providing an improved or at least an alternative embodiment for an electric boat of the generic type, which in particular increases the comfort for a user of the electric motor.

[0009] This problem is solved according to the invention by the subject matter of independent claim 1. Advantageous embodiments are the subject matter of the dependent claims.

[0010] The present invention is based on the general concept of designing a lounger on an electric boat such that it is adjustable between a functional position, in which a person can lie on the lounger, and a non-functional position integrated into a floor or usable surface. The electric boat according to the invention has a floor and at least one usable surface, for example, a rear-facing engine or battery compartment cover and / or a bow-facing usable surface.According to the invention, at least one lounger integrated into the floor or at least one usable surface is provided, which can be moved by means of an adjustment device between a non-use position, in which it is flush with the surface of the floor or usable surface surrounding the lounger, and at least two different use positions, in which the lounger is not flush with the surface of the floor or usable surface surrounding the lounger. Due to the integration of the at least one lounger into the floor or usable surface according to the invention, the lounger can be used as a usable surface or floor in its non-use position, thereby making significantly more efficient use of space on the electric boat. For example, for driving only, the at least one lounger can be moved into the floor or usable surface.The usable area is integrated flush with the surface and is only moved into its operating position upon reaching a predefined destination, which not only allows for better use of space on the electric boat, but also significantly increases comfort for the people using the electric boat.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of the electric boat according to the invention, a data transmission module for wireless data transmission is provided, which is connected to the adjustment mechanism. This makes it possible to wirelessly adjust the at least one lounger between its unused position and the at least one usable position, for example, using a smartphone or other remote control, thereby significantly increasing user convenience. Alternatively, it is of course also conceivable that a corresponding button or switch is provided on the electric boat to adjust the at least one lounger between its unused position and the at least two different usable positions. The data transmission module can, for example, be part of an infotainment system, such as a radio or other sound system.The data transmission module can, of course, also establish a connection to the internet.

[0012] In a further advantageous embodiment of the electric boat according to the invention, a mobile device, for example a smartphone, is provided by means of which the adjustment mechanism can be controlled via the data transmission module. This makes it possible to operate the adjustment of at least one lounger from outside the electric boat according to the invention, for example from a bathing jetty, thereby further increasing user convenience.

[0013] Advantageously, the surface of at least one lounger is made of the same material as the floor or usable area surrounding the lounger. This allows for a visually unobtrusive integration of the at least one lounger into the floor or usable area surrounding it when not in use. This can also enhance the visual appearance of the electric boat according to the invention.

[0014] The surface material for at least one lounger can be wood or plastic. For example, if the floor of the electric boat is made of wood, the surface of at least one lounger, which is retracted into the floor when not in use, can also be made of wood or the same wood as the floor, thus allowing the lounger to be visually integrated into the floor when not in use.

[0015] In a further advantageous embodiment of the electric motor according to the invention, the adjustment device is driven electrically, hydraulically, or pneumatically. Specifically, this means that the adjustment of at least one berth can be carried out, for example, electrically, hydraulically, or pneumatically by means of the adjustment device. An electric adjustment option, in particular, offers the significant advantage that the adjustment of at least one berth is possible using simple electric motors. A pneumatic adjustment, in turn, offers the significant advantage that a compressed air pump for the pneumatic system can be installed at a completely different location in the electric boat, for example, at a higher point, thereby enabling better protection of electrical contacts from, for example, unwanted contact with water.Compressed air can then be transmitted via appropriate compressed air hoses to a corresponding adjustment kinematic mechanism of the adjustment device for adjusting the couch.

[0016] In a further advantageous embodiment of the electric boat according to the invention, padding is provided to cover the at least one lounger. Such padding is preferably washable and removable, so that, for example, a lounger which is integrated into the floor of the electric boat when not in use can be walked on normally and, when in use, can be covered by means of the padding, thus enabling particularly comfortable and pleasant lying or sitting on the lounger.

[0017] It is practical that at least one of the loungers can be tilted to different angles using the adjustment mechanism. It is also conceivable that different parts of the lounger can be tilted, for example, a backrest relative to a seat, thus creating not only a reclining surface, but also a particularly comfortable seat-reclining surface, on which, for example, reading a book is possible.

[0018] Further important features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the dependent claims, the drawings and the associated description of the figures based on the drawings.

[0019] It is understood that the features mentioned above and those to be explained below can be used not only in the combinations specified, but also in other combinations or individually, without departing from the scope of the invention as defined by the claims. Components of a higher-level unit, such as a device, apparatus, or arrangement, mentioned above and those to be mentioned below, which are designated separately, can form separate parts or components of this unit or be integral areas or sections of this unit, even if this is depicted differently in the drawings.

[0020] Preferred embodiments of the invention are shown in the drawings and are explained in more detail in the following description, wherein identical reference numerals refer to identical or similar or functionally identical components.

[0021] They show, schematically, Fig. 1 a top view of an electric boat according to the invention, Fig. 2 a longitudinal section through the electric boat according to the invention with the loungers in their non-use position, Fig. 3 a representation as in Fig. 2, however, when the loungers are in their operating position.

[0022] According to the Fig. 1, Fig. 2 to Fig. 3. An electric boat 1 according to the invention has a floor 2 and at least one usable area 3. The floor 2 or the usable area 3 can be arranged at the bow or stern of the electric boat 1 according to the invention, and it is of course also conceivable to provide several such usable areas 3 on the electric boat 1 according to the invention. Furthermore, the electric boat 1 according to the invention has a cockpit 4, via which the electric boat 1 according to the invention can be steered. A steering wheel and corresponding control levers can, for example, be arranged on the cockpit 4. According to the invention, at least one berth 5 is provided integrated into the floor 2 or the at least one usable area 3, wherein according to the Fig. 1 The electric boat 1 has three stern-mounted sunbeds 5 and one bow-mounted sunbed 5, which offers space for several people. At least one of the sunbeds 5 can be adjusted by means of an associated adjustment device 6 (compare the Fig. 2 and Fig. 3) between a non-use position (compare Fig. 2), in which it is arranged flush with the surface of the floor 2 surrounding the lounger 5 or with the usable area 3 surrounding the lounger 5, and at least two different usage positions (compare Fig. 3), in which the loungers 5 are not arranged flush with the surface of the floor 2 surrounding the lounger 5 or with the usable area 3 surrounding the lounger 5, are movable.

[0023] According to the Fig. Figure 3 shows both the bow-side and stern-side berths 5 in a possible, inclined position. It is of course conceivable that the respective adjustment mechanism 6 can adjust the berths 5 to different heights or inclinations. This also allows for different positions of different berths 5, thus creating a particularly high level of user comfort.

[0024] The adjustment device 6 can, for example, have an electric motor, a pneumatic or a hydraulic drive. The use of a pneumatic drive offers the significant advantage that the individual loungers 5 can be controlled via valves, for example, and only a single electric pump is required to generate the compressed air necessary for the pneumatic system. Since pneumatic adjustability does not require hydraulic fluid and only air escapes in the event of a leak, this creates a system that is particularly suitable for inland waters. If an electric motor drive is used for the adjustment device 6, this offers the significant advantage that, for example, self-locking worm gears allow the lounger to remain in its set operating position without requiring the electric motor drive for the adjustment direction 6 to be energized.

[0025] A data transmission module 7 is also planned (compare the Fig. 2 and Fig. 3) for wireless data transmission, which is connected to the adjustment direction 6 or, in this case, to the adjustment devices 6. The data transmission module 7 can, for example, be part of an infotainment system, i.e., a sound system and / or a system with internet access.

[0026] A mobile device (8) may also be provided (compare) Fig. 3) by means of which the adjustment device 6 or devices 6 can be controlled via the data transmission module 7. This offers the great advantage that at least one of the adjustment devices 6 can be controlled remotely, for example from a shore, using, for example, a smartphone, and it is also conceivable that, for example, a person traveling on the electric boat 1 according to the invention can adjust the lounger 5 to the desired position using their mobile device 8, for example, a smartphone.

[0027] The surface of the lounger 5 can be made of the same material as the floor 2 surrounding the lounger 5 or the usable area 3 surrounding the lounger 5. For example, if the floor 2 or usable area 3 has a wooden covering, the lounger 5 can also have a wooden surface. It is particularly preferred that the structure of the surface of the lounger 5 be adapted to the structure of the floor 2 or the usable area 3 surrounding the lounger 5, so that the lounger 5, when not in use, blends very discreetly into the floor 2 or the usable area 3.

[0028] If, for example, the floor 2 or usable area 3 is made of plastic, then it is of course conceivable that the surface of the lounger 5 is also made of plastic, in particular of the same plastic, i.e. a plastic of the same color and with the same structure.

[0029] To further increase the comfort of a person lying or sitting on the respective lounger 5, padding 9 can also be added (see below). Fig. 3) be intended to cover lounger 5.

[0030] All in all, the electric boat 1 according to the invention allows for extremely effective use of the limited space available on it, since the at least one lounger 5, in its non-use position, forms part of the floor 2 or part of the usable area 3 and only in one of its use positions (compare Fig. 3) for sitting or lying on. Furthermore, the adjustability of the individual loungers with regard to, for example, their height and / or their inclination, particularly via a mobile device 8, allows for particularly comfortable and, in particular, simple adjustment. QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] DE 18 41 302 A1

[0002] CN 215752919 U

[0003] EP 2 498 646 B1

[0004] DE 32 29 182 A1

[0005] DE 199 51 619 A1

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Claims

[1] Electric boat (1) with a bottom (2) and at least one usable area (3), characterized by , that at least one couch (5) integrated into the floor (2) or the at least one usable area (3) is provided, which is movable by means of an adjustment device (6) between a non-use position in which it is arranged flush with the surface of a floor (2) surrounding the couch (5) or with a usable area (3) surrounding the couch (5), and at least two different use positions in which it is not arranged flush with the surface of the floor (2) surrounding the couch (5) or with the usable area (3) surrounding the couch (5). [2] Electric boat (1) according to claim 1, characterized by , that a data transmission module (7) is provided for wireless transmission of data, which is connected to the adjustment device (6) in a communicating manner. [3] Electric boat (1) according to claim 2, characterized by, that the data transmission module (7) is part of an infotainment system. [4] Electric boat (1) according to claim 2 or 3, characterized by , that a mobile device (8), in particular a smartphone, is provided, by means of which the adjustment device (6) can be controlled via the data transmission module (7). [5] Electric boat (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that a surface of the couch (5) is made of the same material as the floor (2) surrounding the couch (5) or the usable area (3) surrounding the couch (5). [6] Electric boat (1) according to claim 5, characterized by that the material contains wood. [7] Electric boat (1) according to claim 5, characterized by that the material contains plastic. [8] Electric boat (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that padding (9) is provided to cover the lounger (5). [9] Electric boat (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the couch (5) can be tilted to different angles by means of the adjustment device (6). [10] Electric boat (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the adjusting device (6) has an electric, pneumatic or hydraulic drive device.

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