Mobility

Abstract

To provide a mobility which can be used for purposes other than riding.SOLUTION: A mobility includes a steering column having a handle, a first footrest member provided rotatably with respect to the steering column, and a second footrest member rotatably connected to the first footrest member through a connection part. The mobility includes a first wheel disposed on a front side in a traveling direction with respect to the connection part, and a second wheel disposed on a rear side in the traveling direction with respect to the connection part. The mobility is capable of selectively forming a deployed form in which the first footrest member and the second footrest member are deployed so as to be aligned in a front and back advancing direction, and a folded form in which the first footrest member and the second footrest member are folded so that the connection part is positioned above the deployed form. The mobility has a flap part that is deployed toward one side in the front and back advancing direction in the folded form.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to mobility. [Background technology]

[0002] Patent Documents 1 and 2 disclose foldable kick scooters. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2018-042958 [Patent Document 2] International Publication No. 2021 / 063433 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] Such kick scooters were not designed with any other uses in mind, and there was a demand for uses other than riding.

[0005] The present invention has been made in consideration of the above problems, and aims to provide a mobility device that can be used for purposes other than riding. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a mobility device comprising: a steering column having a handle; a first footrest member rotatably mounted relative to the steering column; a second footrest member rotatably connected to the first footrest member via a connection portion; a first wheel positioned forward in the direction of travel from the connection portion; and a second wheel positioned rearward in the direction of travel from the connection portion; the mobility device can be selectively formed into an unfolded configuration in which the first footrest member and the second footrest member are aligned in the fore-and-aft direction of travel; and a folded configuration in which the first footrest member and the second footrest member are folded so that the connection portion is positioned higher than in the unfolded configuration; and the mobility device has a flap portion that unfolds toward one side in the fore-and-aft direction of travel when in the folded configuration. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] According to one aspect of the present invention, when the mobility is folded so that the connection portion between the first footrest member and the second footrest member is positioned upward, the flap portion can be unfolded toward one side in the forward / backward direction of travel.

[0008] Therefore, the mobility vehicle can be used as a carry cart for carrying luggage by placing luggage on the flap portion and rolling the wheels along the ground surface, making it possible to use it for purposes other than riding. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0009] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a side view showing a mobility according to this embodiment. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a plan view showing the mobility according to this embodiment. [Figure 3] FIG. 3 is a side view showing the mobility according to this embodiment being folded. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a side view showing the folded state of the mobility according to this embodiment. [Figure 5] FIG. 5 is a plan view showing the flap portion of the mobility according to this embodiment in an expanded and unfolded state. [Figure 6]FIG. 6 is a plan view showing the mobility according to this embodiment in a storage mode. [Figure 7] FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an example in which the mobility according to this embodiment is placed at an entrance. [Figure 8] FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing mobility according to the first modified example. [Figure 9] FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing mobility according to the second modified example. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing mobility according to the third modified example. [Figure 11] FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing mobility according to the fourth modified example. [Figure 12] FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing mobility according to the fifth modified example. [Figure 13] FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing mobility according to the sixth modified example. [Figure 14] FIG. 14 is an explanatory diagram showing mobility according to the seventh modified example. [Figure 15] FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram showing mobility according to the eighth modified example. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0010] <Embodiment> Hereinafter, a mobility 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0011] FIG. 1 is a side view showing a mobility 10 according to this embodiment. The symbol "S" in the figure indicates the direction of travel when in the unfolded form D. FIG. 2 is a plan view showing the mobility 10 according to this embodiment. FIG. 3 is a side view showing the mobility 10 according to this embodiment being folded. FIG. 4 is a side view showing the folded form F of the mobility 10 according to this embodiment. FIG. 5 is a plan view showing the flap portion 110 of the mobility 10 according to this embodiment in an expanded and unfolded state. FIG. 6 is a plan view showing the mobility 10 according to this embodiment in a stored mode M30. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an example in which the mobility 10 according to this embodiment is placed at the entrance 120.

[0012] As shown in Figures 1 to 7, the mobility 10 of this embodiment is a kick scooter developed with the concept of "going out together" and is configured so that it can be used as a carry cart for purposes other than riding.

[0013] (Steering column) The mobility 10 is equipped with a steering column 30 having a handle 20. The steering column 30 is formed of, for example, a cylindrical member. The handle 20 is provided at one end of the steering column 30. The handle 20 is configured to be extendable and retractable.

[0014] (handle) Specifically, the handle 20 is composed of a left grip portion 22 and a right grip portion 24 that protrude laterally from the steering column 30 (see FIG. 2). Each of the grip portions 22, 24 is composed of a small-diameter cylindrical portion 26A, a medium-diameter cylindrical portion 26B, and a large-diameter cylindrical portion 26C.

[0015] Each of the gripping portions 22, 24 has a small diameter cylindrical portion 26A fixed to the steering column 30. A medium diameter cylindrical portion 26B is slidably fitted onto the small diameter cylindrical portion 26A. A large diameter cylindrical portion 26C is slidably fitted onto the medium diameter cylindrical portion 26B.

[0016] This allows each gripping portion 22, 24 to be selectively formed into an extended state in which each cylindrical portion 26A, 26B, 26C is slid and extended to a predetermined length (see Figure 2), or a contracted state in which each cylindrical portion 26A, 26B, 26C is slid and overlapped (see Figures 5 and 6).

[0017] (Towing handle) A towing handle 40 is provided at one end of the steering column 30 for towing when the mobility 10 is in a folded configuration F, which will be described later. The towing handle 40 protrudes from the steering column 30 toward the forward direction TF when the mobility 10 is traveling in an unfolded configuration D, which will be described later.

[0018] The towing handle 40 is composed of a rod-shaped member bent into a U-shape. The towing handle 40 has a first extending portion 40A and a second extending portion 40B that are spaced apart from each other, and a connecting portion 40C that connects one end of the first extending portion 40A to one end of the second extending portion 40B. The other ends of the first extending portion 40A and the second extending portion 40B are fixed to the steering column 30. As a result, the towing handle 40 and the steering column 30 form a ring shape that surrounds the space formed inside the U-shaped towing handle 40 and the steering column 30.

[0019] A cup holder 32 (shown only in FIG. 1) protruding rearward in the traveling direction TR is provided on the steering column 30 below the handlebars 20. The cup holder 32 can hold a plastic bottle, a canned bottle, or a tumbler 32A.

[0020] Furthermore, a hook 34 that protrudes rearward in the traveling direction TR is provided on the steering column 30 below the cup holder 32. The hook 34 can be used to hang luggage N (see FIG. 4) or the like.

[0021] (first axle) A first wheel 50 is rotatably mounted on the other end of the steering column 30 via a suspension device (not shown). The first wheel 50 is a free-rotating wheel that can rotate freely relative to the suspension device. The first wheel 50 is composed of a left-side first wheel 50A mounted on one end of an axle (not shown) that passes through the suspension device, and a right-side first wheel 50B mounted on the other end (see FIG. 2).

[0022] (First footrest member) The suspension device supports a first footrest member 60 made of a long plate material by a support shaft (not shown) extending along the axle of the first wheel 50. The first footrest member 60 is connected to the steering column 30 via the suspension device, and is provided so as to be rotatable relative to the steering column 30.

[0023] The first footrest member 60 rotates around a pivot point formed by the support shaft so that the rear end moves in an arc in the vertical direction. The first footrest member 60 rotates within a range of approximately 90 degrees relative to the steering column 30. This allows the first footrest member 60 to be in either a state where it extends rearward from the steering column 30 in the traveling direction (TR) (see FIGS. 1 and 2), or a state where it extends along the steering column 30 (see FIGS. 4 to 6).

[0024] (Second foot rest member) A second footrest member 70 made of a long plate material is rotatably connected to the first footrest member 60 via a connecting portion 80 .

[0025] The connection part 80 includes a support shaft (not shown) that supports the second footrest member 70 on the first footrest member 60. This support shaft extends in the width direction of each footrest member 60, 70, and the second footrest member 70 rotates around the support shaft so that its front end moves in an arc in the vertical direction as the first footrest member 60 rotates.

[0026] The mobility 10 can form an unfolded form D in which the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member 70 are unfolded so that they are aligned in the longitudinal direction TFR, with the second footrest member 70 arranged in the longitudinal direction of the first footrest member 60 (see FIGS. 1 and 2). The mobility 10 can also form a folded form F in which the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member 70 are folded so that the connection portion 80 is positioned higher than in the unfolded form D (see FIGS. 4 and 5). This allows the mobility 10 to selectively form the unfolded form D and the folded form F.

[0027] The connecting part 80 has a rubber plate (not shown) that applies a biasing force to the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member 70 to maintain the unfolded form D. The connecting part 80 also has a locking structure (not shown) that prevents the connecting part 80 from being displaced downward in the unfolded form D.

[0028] (second wheel) A second wheel 90 is provided on the end of the second footrest member 70 opposite the connection part 80. As a result, the mobility 10 is provided with the first wheel 50 arranged on the forward TF side of the connection part 80 in the direction of travel, and the second wheel 90 arranged on the rear TR side of the connection part 80 in the direction of travel.

[0029] The second wheel 90 can be a free-rotating wheel that can rotate freely relative to the second footrest member 70. The second wheel 90 can also be a drive wheel that is driven by a drive source (not shown). The second wheel 90 of the mobility 10 of this embodiment constitutes a drive wheel that is driven by a drive source.

[0030] A motor is used as the driving source. A battery that supplies power to the motor can be attached to the bottom of the second footrest member 70 or placed inside the cylindrical steering column 30. By providing a battery (not shown) in this way, it is possible to provide a charging port 102 for charging the mobile terminal 100, for example, at one end of the steering column 30 (see FIG. 4).

[0031] The second wheel 90 and the first wheel 50 have different diameters. The second outer diameter 90D of the second wheel 90 is smaller than the first outer diameter 50D of the first wheel 50.

[0032] (Flap part) The mobility 10 has a flap portion 110 that unfolds toward one side in the forward / rearward direction TFR when in the folded form F.

[0033] More specifically, a flap portion 110 is provided on one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70. As a result, the flap portion 110 is disposed on the side of the second footrest member 70, which is a member having the second wheel 90, which is the wheel with the smaller diameter between the first wheel 50 and the second wheel 90.

[0034] One surface 70A of the second footrest member 70 on which the flap portion 110 is provided faces upward in the unfolded form D (see FIG. 1). Also, one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70 on which the flap portion 110 is provided faces rearward in the traveling direction TR, which is opposite to the pulling direction K in the folded form F (see FIG. 4).

[0035] The flap portion 110 is formed in a rectangular plate shape. In the unfolded form D, the edge of the flap portion 110 on the rear TR side in the traveling direction is supported by one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70 via a flap hinge 110A.

[0036] The flap hinge 110A forms a closed state (see FIGS. 1 and 2) in which the flap portion 110 extends along one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70. The flap hinge 110A also forms an open state (see FIGS. 4 and 5) in which the flap portion 110 extends in a direction intersecting the one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70. This allows the flap hinge 110A to selectively form a closed state or an open state. In the folded form F, the flap portion 110 is maintained in the open state in which it extends in a direction intersecting the one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70 due to its own weight.

[0037] In the folded form F, the towing handle 40 and the flap portion 110 are arranged on opposite sides of each other in the forward / rearward direction TFR.

[0038] The flap portion 110 unfolds in the rearward direction of travel TR, which is opposite to the towing direction K in which the bag is towed when in the folded configuration F (see FIGS. 4 and 5). In the folded configuration F, the towing handle 40 protrudes in the towing direction K, so that the towing handle 40 and the flap portion 110 protrude in opposite directions from each other in the folded configuration F.

[0039] 5, the flap portion 110 has a rectangular main flap 112A supported via a flap hinge 110A on one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70. The flap portion 110 has a rectangular left sub-flap 112C supported via a left hinge 112B on one side edge of the main flap 112A. The flap portion 110 has a rectangular right sub-flap 112E supported via a right hinge 112D on the other side edge of the main flap 112A.

[0040] The left hinge portion 112B can selectively form a closed state in which the left sub-flap 112C is arranged on the main flap 112A, or an open state in which the left sub-flap 112C is arranged on an extension of the main flap 112A. The right hinge portion 112D can selectively form a closed state in which the right sub-flap 112E is arranged on the main flap 112A, or an open state in which the right sub-flap 112E is arranged on an extension of the main flap 112A.

[0041] By opening the left sub-flap 112C and the right sub-flap 112E, the flap portion 110 can be expanded and deployed in a direction intersecting with the forward-rearward direction TFR. By closing the left sub-flap 112C and the right sub-flap 112E, the sub-flaps 112C and 112E are stacked on top of each other and overlaid on the main flap 112A.

[0042] In this embodiment, the flap portion 110 can be expanded and deployed by opening the left sub-flap 112C and the right sub-flap 112E, but the configuration of the flap portion 110 is not limited to this. For example, the flap portion 110 may be expanded and deployed by providing a retractable slide plate on the main flap 112A.

[0043] When the mobility 10 is in the unfolded form D, it enters a traveling mode M10 in which a user can move around by riding on each footrest member 60, 70 (see FIGS. 1 and 2). When the mobility 10 is in the folded form F (see FIGS. 4 and 5) by pulling up the connecting portion 80 (see FIG. 3), it enters a carry mode M20 in which a user can place luggage N on the unfolded flap portion 110 and tow it.

[0044] Furthermore, when the mobility 10 is in the folded form F, it can be placed in a compact storage mode M30 by closing the flap portion 110 and retracting the grip portions 22, 24 of the handle 20 (see FIG. 6). In this state, the mobility 10 can be placed upright in the entrance 120 with the first wheel 50 and the second wheel 90 on the ground (see FIG. 7), so it does not get in the way when not in use and is easy to carry when in use.

[0045] (Fixing parts) As shown in FIG. 4, the mobility 10 includes a fixing belt 142 as a fixing member capable of fixing a load N when in the folded form F.

[0046] More specifically, a belt receiving opening 140 is provided on one side surface 70C of the second footrest member 70. A fastening belt 142 serving as a fastening member for fastening luggage N placed on the flap portion 110 is received inside the belt receiving opening 140 so as to be able to be pulled out.

[0047] The fixing belt 142 has, for example, a belt tongue (not shown) at its tip, which can be releasably engaged with an engaging portion (not shown) provided on the other side surface of the second footrest member 70.

[0048] In this embodiment, the fixing belt 142 is shown as a fixing member capable of fixing the luggage N in the folded form F, but the fixing member capable of fixing the luggage N is not limited to the fixing belt 142. The fixing member capable of fixing the luggage N may be configured as, for example, a hook for hooking the luggage N placed on the flap portion 110.

[0049] Modifications of the above-described embodiment will be described below. In each modification, the same or equivalent parts as those in the above-described embodiment will be designated by the same reference numerals and will not be described again. Only the parts that differ from the above-described embodiment will be described. All modifications fall within the scope of the present invention, just like the above-described embodiment.

[0050] <First Modification> 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a mobility 10 according to a first modified example. The mobility 10 according to the first modified example differs from the embodiment described above in the position where the flap portion 110 is provided.

[0051] As shown in FIG. 8, the flap portion 110 of the mobility 10 according to the first modification is provided on the steering column 30.

[0052] Specifically, the lower edge of the flap portion 110 is supported via a flap hinge 110A on the surface of the steering column 30 on the forward traveling direction TF side. As a result, the flap portion 110 unfolds toward the forward traveling direction TF side when in the folded configuration F.

[0053] In the mobility 10 according to the first modified example, the flap portion 110 is disposed on the steering column 30, which is a member having the first wheel 50 having the larger diameter of the first wheel 50 and the second wheel 90. In the folded form F, the towing handle 40 and the flap portion 110 are disposed in the same direction in the forward-rearward direction TFR, and the towing handle 40 and the flap portion 110 protrude in the same direction.

[0054] <Second Modification> 9 is an explanatory diagram showing a mobility 10 according to a second modified example. Compared to the first modified example described above, the mobility 10 according to the second modified example differs in the relationship between the towing handle 40 and the flap portion 110, and in the relationship between the diameter of the first wheel 50 and the diameter of the second wheel 90.

[0055] As shown in FIG. 9, a mobility 10 according to the second modification is provided with a towing handle 40 that protrudes from the steering column 30 toward the rear in the traveling direction TR.

[0056] Furthermore, the second outer diameter 90D of the second wheel 90 arranged on the rearward TR side in the traveling direction of the connecting portion 80 is larger than the first outer diameter 50D of the first wheel 50 arranged on the forward TF side in the traveling direction of the connecting portion 80. As a result, the flap portion 110 is arranged on the steering column 30 side having the first wheel 50 as the wheel with the smaller diameter.

[0057] In addition, in the folded configuration F, the towing handle 40 and the flap portion 110 are disposed on opposite sides of each other in the forward-rearward direction TFR, and protrude in opposite directions.

[0058] <Third Modification> 10 is an explanatory diagram showing a mobility 10 according to a third modified example. The mobility 10 according to the third modified example differs from the mobility 10 according to the second modified example in the position where the flap portion 110 is provided.

[0059] As shown in FIG. 10, the mobility 10 according to the third modified example has a flap portion 110 provided on one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70, similar to the above-described embodiment.

[0060] The towing handle 40 is provided so as to protrude from the steering column 30 toward the rear TR in the traveling direction.

[0061] In addition, the second outer diameter dimension 90D of the second wheel 90, which is arranged rearward TR of the connection portion 80 in the direction of travel, is larger than the first outer diameter dimension 50D of the first wheel 50, which is arranged forward TF of the connection portion 80 in the direction of travel.

[0062] In the mobility 10 according to the third modification, a flap portion 110 is provided on one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70, which has a second wheel 90 with a larger diameter. In the folded form F, the towing handle 40 and the flap portion 110 are arranged in the same direction in the forward-rearward direction TFR.

[0063] <Fourth Modification> 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a mobility 10 according to a fourth modified example. The mobility 10 according to the fourth modified example differs from the above-described embodiment in that the position at which the flap portion 110 is provided is different, and the flap portion 110 is provided on a third footrest member 150, which is a separate member different from the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member 70.

[0064] (Third foot rest member) As shown in Fig. 11 , a third footrest member 150, which is a separate member made of a long plate material, is rotatably connected to the second footrest member 70 of a mobility 10 according to the fourth modification via an extension connector 152. A second wheel 90 is provided on the third footrest member 150. Note that the second wheel 90 may also be provided on the second footrest member 70.

[0065] The extension connection part 152 includes an extension support shaft (not shown) that rotatably supports the third footrest member 150 on the second footrest member 70. The extension support shaft extends in the width direction of the second footrest member 70 and the third footrest member 150, and the third footrest member 150 can rotate relative to the second footrest member 70 around the extension support shaft so that its rear end moves in an arc in the vertical direction.

[0066] The mobility 10 can form an unfolded form D in which the second footrest member 70 and the third footrest member 150 are arranged in the longitudinal direction of the first footrest member 60, and the footrest members 60, 70, 150 are unfolded so that they are aligned in the forward-backward direction TFR. The mobility 10 can also form a folded form F in which the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member 70 are mountain-folded so that the connection part 80 is positioned higher than in the unfolded form D, and the second footrest member 70 and the third footrest member 150 are valley-folded around the extension connection part 152. This allows the mobility 10 to selectively form the unfolded form D and the folded form F.

[0067] The extension connector 152 has a locking structure (not shown) that prevents the second footrest member 70 and the third footrest member 150 from being folded in a valley shape around the extension connector 152 in the unfolded state D.

[0068] The mobility 10 has a flap portion 110 that unfolds toward one side in the forward / rearward direction TFR when in the folded form F.

[0069] More specifically, the same flap portion 110 as described above is provided on one surface 150A of the third footrest member 150. The surface 150A of the third footrest member 150 on which the flap portion 110 is provided faces downward in the unfolded configuration D. Furthermore, the surface 150A of the third footrest member 150 on which the flap portion 110 is provided faces rearward in the traveling direction TR when the footrest member 150 is towed in the folded configuration F.

[0070] In the unfolded configuration D, the flap portion 110 is disposed along one surface 150A of the third footrest member 150. In the folded configuration F, the flap portion 110 is unfolded toward the rear in the traveling direction TR.

[0071] <Fifth Modification> 12 is an explanatory diagram showing a mobility 10 according to a fifth modified example. The mobility 10 according to the fifth modified example differs from the first modified example in that the flap portion 110 is provided on a flap fixing member 160, which is a separate member that is different from the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member 70.

[0072] As shown in FIG. 12, in a mobility 10 according to the fifth modified example, a flap portion 110 is provided on a steering column 30 via a flap fixing member 160 which is a separate member.

[0073] The flap fixing member 160 is made up of a plate-like member, and is fixed to the surface on the forward traveling direction TF side of the steering column 30. The flap fixing member 160 is provided with the flap portion 110 described above.

[0074] In the unfolded configuration D, the flap portion 110 can be arranged along the flap fixing member 160. In addition, in the folded configuration F, the flap portion 110 can be unfolded forward in the traveling direction TF.

[0075] <Sixth Modification> 13 is an explanatory diagram showing a mobility 10 according to a sixth modified example, in which only the second footrest member 70 is shown. The mobility 10 according to the sixth modified example differs from the above-described embodiment in the shape of the flap portion 110.

[0076] 13, the second footrest member 70 of the mobility 10 according to the sixth modification is formed to be thicker than that of the above-described embodiment. The second footrest member 70 is formed with a flap accommodating section 170 that opens on one surface 70A, and the plate-shaped flap section 110 is accommodated in the flap accommodating section 170 so that the flap accommodating section 170 can be pulled out.

[0077] In the unfolded form D, the flap portion 110 is accommodated in the flap accommodating portion 170, and is prevented from protruding toward the one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70. In the folded form F, the flap portion 110 is pulled out of the flap accommodating portion 170 and unfolded toward the rearward direction TR in the traveling direction.

[0078] <Seventh Modification> 14 is an explanatory diagram showing the mobility 10 according to the seventh modified example, showing only the second footrest member 70. The mobility 10 according to the seventh modified example differs from the mobility 10 according to the sixth modified example in the shape of the flap portion 110.

[0079] 14, the flap portion 110 is made up of a first plate 176A, a second plate 176B, and a third plate 176C that are slidable relative to one another. The flap portion 110 can be in a contracted state where the plates 176A, 176B, and 176C are stacked and contracted, and in an expanded state where the plates 176A, 176B, and 176C are slid and extended.

[0080] In the unfolded form D, the flap portion 110 is accommodated in the flap accommodating portion 170, and is prevented from protruding toward the one surface 70A of the second footrest member 70. When accommodated in the flap accommodating portion 170, the flap portion 110 is in a contracted state, thereby achieving compactness.

[0081] Furthermore, in the folded form F, the flap portion 110 is pulled out from the flap accommodating portion 170 and unfolded toward the rear in the traveling direction TR. When pulled out from the flap accommodating portion 170, the flap portion 110 is in an expanded state, so that it can be expanded.

[0082] <Eighth Modification> 15 is an explanatory diagram showing a mobility 200 according to an eighth modified example. The mobility 200 according to the eighth modified example differs from the above-described embodiment in that it is configured as a footrest member 210 in which the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member 70 are integrated.

[0083] In the eighth modified example, the same or equivalent parts as those in the previously described embodiment are assumed to be configured in the same way as in the previous embodiment, and a description will be omitted, and only the parts that differ from the previously described embodiment will be described.

[0084] As shown in Fig. 15, a mobility 200 according to the eighth modification includes a steering column 30 having a handle 20. The configurations of the handle 20 and the steering column 30 are the same as those described above.

[0085] (Footrest component) The mobility 200 includes a plate-shaped footrest member 210 that is rotatably provided with respect to the steering column 30. The footrest member 210 is made of a long plate material.

[0086] The foot rest member 210 is pivotally supported by a suspension device (not shown) via a support shaft (not shown). The foot rest member 210 is rotatable around the pivot point of the support shaft so that the rear end portion moves in an arc in the vertical direction. The foot rest member 210 is rotatable within a range of approximately 90 degrees around the support shaft.

[0087] This allows the mobility 200 to selectively form an unfolded form D in which the footrest member 210 is arranged to extend from the steering column 30 side toward the rear TR side in the direction of travel, and a folded form F in which the footrest member 210 is arranged along the steering column 30.

[0088] The mobility 200 also includes a first wheel 50 arranged on the forward TF side of the footrest member 210 in the traveling direction, and a second wheel 90 arranged on the rear TR side of the first wheel 50 in the traveling direction of the footrest member 210. The first wheel 50 is supported by a suspension device (not shown), and the second wheel 90 is supported by the footrest member 210.

[0089] In the mobility 200 according to the eighth modification, the first outer diameter dimension 50D of the first wheel 50 and the second outer diameter dimension 90D of the second wheel 90 are the same.

[0090] The mobility 200 has a flap portion 110 that unfolds toward one side in the forward-rearward direction TFR when in the folded configuration F. The configuration of the flap portion 110 is the same as that described above.

[0091] More specifically, a flap portion 110 is provided on one surface 210A of the footrest member 210. The surface 210A of the footrest member 210 on which the flap portion 110 is provided faces downward in the unfolded form D. Furthermore, the surface 210A of the footrest member 210 on which the flap portion 110 is provided faces rearward in the traveling direction TR in the folded form F.

[0092] In the folded form F, the towing handle 40 and the flap portion 110 are arranged on opposite sides of each other in the forward / rearward direction TFR.

[0093] The flap portion 110 unfolds in the opposite direction to the pulling direction K in the folded configuration F. In the folded configuration F, the pulling handle 40 protrudes in the pulling direction K, so that in the folded configuration F the pulling handle 40 and the flap portion 110 protrude in opposite directions from each other.

[0094] (Action and effect) The main effects of the mobility 10, 200 configured as described above will now be summarized.

[0095] (1) The mobility 10 includes a steering column 30 having a handle 20, a first footrest member 60 rotatably mounted on the steering column 30, and a second footrest member 70 rotatably connected to the first footrest member 60 via a connecting portion 80. The mobility 10 includes a first wheel 50 disposed forward (TF) of the connecting portion 80 in the direction of travel, and a second wheel 90 disposed rearward (TR) of the connecting portion 80 in the direction of travel. The mobility 10 can selectively be formed into an unfolded configuration D in which the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member 70 are unfolded so that they are aligned in the longitudinal direction (TFR), and a folded configuration F in which the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member 70 are folded so that the connecting portion 80 is positioned higher than in the unfolded configuration D. The mobility 10 includes a flap portion 110 that unfolds toward one side in the longitudinal direction (TFR) when in the folded configuration F.

[0096] According to this embodiment, when the mobility 10 is in the folded form F in which it is folded so that the connection portion 80 of the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member 70 is positioned upward, the flap portion 110 can be unfolded toward one side of the forward / rearward direction TFR.

[0097] Therefore, the mobility 10 can be used as a carry cart for carrying luggage N by placing luggage N on the flap portion 110 and rolling the wheels (50, 90) along the ground surface, so it can be used for purposes other than riding.

[0098] Therefore, this embodiment can provide the mobility 10 based on the concept of "going out together."

[0099] (2) In the mobility 10, the flap portion 110 unfolds in the opposite direction to the pulling direction K in the folded configuration F.

[0100] The mobility 10 of this embodiment can place luggage N on the flap portion 110 that is unfolded on the opposite side to the towing direction K, thereby making it possible to increase the stability of the luggage N being placed when towing compared to when luggage N is placed on the flap portion 110 that is unfolded in the same direction as the towing direction K.

[0101] Furthermore, the mobility 10 can be used as a carry cart by the user by unfolding the flap portion 110, just like using the rear carrier of a bicycle.

[0102] (3) In the mobility 10, the first wheel 50 and the second wheel 90 have different diameters, and the flap portion 110 is disposed on the side of the member having the wheel with the smaller diameter out of the first wheel 50 and the second wheel 90.

[0103] In this embodiment, the mobility 10 has the larger diameter of the first wheel 50 and the second wheel 90 facing the towing direction K, thereby making it possible to stabilize the loading state of the luggage N placed on the flap portion 110 when towing.

[0104] In addition, by aligning the wheel with the larger diameter between the first wheel 50 and the second wheel 90 in the pulling direction K, it is possible to improve the ability to overcome obstacles compared to when the wheel with the smaller diameter is aligned in the pulling direction K.

[0105] Therefore, the mobility 10 can achieve both the ability to overcome obstacles and the stability to hold cargo.

[0106] (4) The mobility 10 further includes a towing handle 40 for towing when in the folded configuration F. In the folded configuration F, the towing handle 40 and the flap portion 110 are located on opposite sides of each other in the forward / rearward direction TFR.

[0107] In the mobility 10 of this embodiment, when a user sees the position of the towing handle 40, the user is guided to tow the mobility 10 with the towing handle 40 side as the towing direction K. This makes it possible to set the towing direction K of the mobility 10 to the intended direction.

[0108] This allows the cargo on the flap portion 110 to be positioned on the opposite side to the towing direction K, thereby improving the stability of the cargo N when towing.

[0109] (5) In the mobility 10, the flap portion 110 is provided on a separate member (30, 150, 160) that is different from the first footrest member 60 and the second footrest member .

[0110] In the mobility 10 of this embodiment, the flap portion 110 is provided on a separate member (30, 150, 160) that is different from the footrest members 60, 70 that serve as footrests when riding. This makes it possible to prevent the luggage N placed on the flap portion 110 from getting dirty.

[0111] (6) In the mobility 10, the flap portion 110 is provided on the steering column 30.

[0112] In the mobility 10 of this embodiment, the flap portion 110 is provided on the steering column 30, which is different from the foot rest area. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the luggage N placed on the flap portion 110 from getting dirty.

[0113] Furthermore, the mobility 10 can install the flap portion 110 without using a separate flap installation member, thereby reducing the number of parts. Furthermore, the mobility 10 can encourage users to unfold the flap portion 110 and place luggage N thereon, just as they would use a front basket on a bicycle. The mobility 10 can also unfold the flap portion 110 to place luggage N thereon while the vehicle is moving.

[0114] (7) In the mobility 10, the flap portion 110 is configured to be expandable in a direction intersecting the forward-rearward direction TFR.

[0115] In the mobility 10 of this embodiment, the area of ​​the flap portion 110 can be increased, making it possible to prevent the luggage N from falling off. In addition, by reducing the width dimension of the flap portion 110, the mobility 10 can be stored in a compact state.

[0116] (8) The mobility 10 further includes a fixing member (142) capable of fixing the luggage N when in the folded configuration F.

[0117] The mobility 10 of this embodiment can more effectively prevent the luggage N from falling off by using the fixing member (142).

[0118] (9) In the mobility 10, the handle 20 is configured to be extendable and retractable.

[0119] The mobility 10 of this embodiment can be stored in a compact state by shortening the handle 20. Furthermore, shortening the handle 20 can reduce interference with other objects, enhancing the effect of preventing damage. Note that when riding, the user can extend the handle 20.

[0120] (10) The mobility 200 includes a steering column 30 having a handle 20, and a footrest member 210 rotatably mounted relative to the steering column 30. The mobility 200 includes a first wheel 50 disposed on the forward side TF of the footrest member 210 in the direction of travel, and a second wheel 90 disposed on the rearward side TR of the footrest member 210 in the direction of travel relative to the first wheel 50. The mobility 200 can selectively be formed into an unfolded configuration D in which the footrest member 210 is disposed so as to extend from the steering column 30 side toward the rearward side TR in the direction of travel, and a folded configuration F in which the footrest member 210 is disposed along the steering column 30. The mobility 200 includes a flap portion 110 that unfolds toward one side in the fore-and-aft direction TFR when in the folded configuration F.

[0121] The mobility 200 of this embodiment can be used as a carry cart for carrying luggage N, as described above, and can therefore be used for purposes other than riding.

[0122] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the above embodiments merely illustrate some of the application examples of the present invention, and it is not intended that the technical scope of the present invention be limited to the specific configurations of the above embodiments. [Explanation of symbols]

[0123] 10 Mobility 20 Handle 30 Steering column 40 Towing handle 50 First wheel 50D First outer diameter 60 First footrest member 70 Second footrest member 80 Connection 90 Second wheel 90D Second outer diameter 110 Flap section 142 Fixation Belt 150 Third footrest member 160 Flap fixing member 200 Mobility 210 Footrest member D Deployment form F Folded form K Traction direction N Luggage TF forward direction TFR forward and backward direction TR backward direction of travel

Claims

1. a steering column having a handle; a first footrest member rotatably provided with respect to the steering column; a second footrest member rotatably connected to the first footrest member via a connecting portion; a first wheel disposed forward of the connection portion in the traveling direction; A second wheel arranged rearward in the traveling direction from the connection portion; Equipped with a deployed form in which the first footrest member and the second footrest member are deployed so as to be aligned in the front-rear direction of travel, and a folded form in which the first footrest member and the second footrest member are folded so that the connection portion is positioned higher than in the deployed form, a flap portion that unfolds toward one side in the forward and backward traveling direction when in the folded state; Mobility.

2. The mobility device according to claim 1, The flap portion is deployed in a direction opposite to a pulling direction in the folded state. Mobility.

3. The mobility device according to claim 2, The first wheel and the second wheel have different diameters, The flap portion is disposed on the side of the member having the wheel with a smaller diameter out of the first wheel and the second wheel. Mobility.

4. The mobility device according to claim 2, Further provided is a towing handle for towing when in the folded state, In the folded state, the towing handle and the flap portion are arranged on opposite sides of each other in the forward / rearward direction of travel. Mobility.

5. The mobility device according to claim 1, The flap portion is provided on a separate member different from the first footrest member and the second footrest member. Mobility.

6. The mobility device according to claim 1, The flap portion is provided on the steering column. Mobility.

7. The mobility device according to claim 1, The flap portion is configured to be expandable and deployable in a direction intersecting the forward / rearward direction of travel. Mobility.

8. The mobility device according to claim 1, Further provided is a fixing member capable of fixing a load when in the folded state. Mobility.

9. The mobility device according to claim 1, The handle is configured to be extendable and retractable. Mobility.

10. a steering column having a handle; a foot rest member rotatably provided with respect to the steering column; A first wheel arranged on the front side of the footrest member in the traveling direction; A second wheel arranged rearward of the first wheel in the direction of travel of the footrest member; Equipped with The footrest member can be selectively formed into an unfolded state in which the footrest member is disposed so as to extend from the steering column toward the rear side in the traveling direction, and a folded state in which the footrest member is disposed along the steering column, a flap portion that unfolds toward one side in the forward and backward directions when in the folded state; Mobility.

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