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259 results about "Water vehicle" patented technology

Unmanned ocean vehicle

An unmanned, autonomous, waterborne vehicle (500) for marine use capable of operating on and below the surface of water, said vehicle (500) including an enclosed hull (501) having a payload bay (506), a hybrid propulsion system having energy collection means (504) in the form of a wing sail (503) covered with photovoltaic cells and energy storage means (511) for utilising at least solar energy and wind energy, a plurality of sensors (508, 514) for detecting predetermined environmental parameters and a communications system (509, 515) for transmitting data from said sensors (508, 515) to and for receiving command signals from one or more remote stations and / or cooperating vehicles.
Owner:SOLAR SAILOR PTY LTD

Device and method for determination of the drive-power distribution in a hybrid driveline of a vehicle

A device and method for determination of the drive-power distribution in a hybrid driveline of a vehicle, a land or water vehicle or an aircraft. The device is characterized by a device for determining a nominal state of charge (soc_ksport) of an energy accumulator as a function of the driver's current, dynamic or economical manner of driving and for determining the current mode of operation (operating mode) of the driveline as a function of the nominal state of charge (soc_ksport), by way of a device (23) for determining the electrically possible nominal drive-power (em_soll_p1) for one electric machine as a function of the nominal state of charge (soc_ksport) and the current mode of operation (operating mode) of the driveline, and by a device for determining the nominal drive-power (vm_soll_p, em_soll_p) for the combustion engine and the at least one electric machine as a function of the electrically possible nominal drive-power (em_soll_p1).
Owner:ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG

Shaftless driven type integrated motor propeller

The invention discloses a shaftless driven type integrated motor propeller which is arranged on the tail part of a boat body of a water vehicle or underwater vehicle and comprises a front stator, a rotor propeller and a rear stator which are serially arranged on a solid non-rotating shaft, wherein the periphery of the propeller is connected with the circumferential rim of the annular propeller, a rotor permanent magnet is embedded in the circumferential rim of the propeller, a stator winding is arranged in the inner cavity of a guide pipe, the rotor permanent magnet and the stator winding are sealed by adopting water, and a gap is arranged between the rotor permanent magnet and the stator winding to form an annular motor. The rotor permanent magnet and the stator winding as well as the guide pipe are organically combined to form a modular unit, thus the shaftless driven type integrated motor propeller can be easily installed on a water platform or underwater platform, is suitable for large-power main propelling of a water boat or underwater submergible device, and has the advantages of reasonable structure, high propelling efficiency, low hydrodynamic force radiation noise, excellent cavitation property, safety and reliability.
Owner:中国船舶重工集团公司第七〇二研究所

Method and Apparatus for Controlling Weeds with Solar Energy

A method and apparatus for controlling weeds using concentrated solar energy is disclosed. Solar energy may be concentrated by Fresnel lens and directed by manual or automated methods at surfaces of weed plants to heat portions thereof causing damage. Shutters or other devices may be used to direct, and control intensity of concentrated, solar energy, such control preferably applied before significant concentration. In some embodiments, solar energy concentration apparatus may be integrated with ground, air, or water vehicles which may use solar photovoltaic cells for electric power for propulsion and other purposes. Vehicles may use global positioning satellite (GPS) receivers or other methods and apparatus, including video cameras, for navigation and selection of areas (e.g., row middles), plants, or portions of plants to be exposed to concentrated solar energy. Air vehicles may use hydrogen gas electrolyzed from water condensed from humid air to replenish hydrogen gas lost from containment vessels.
Owner:WEEDWOASTERS

Method for providing a searchable, comprehensive database of proposed rides

ActiveUS20090049044A1Positive sharing experienceDigital data processing detailsReservationsPaymentSynthetic data
A method is disclosed that matches travelers for ride sharing according to personal preferences, such as smoking, music, allergies, drive sharing, expense sharing, number of riders, and gender, as well as basic trip details. In preferred embodiments the method is accessed via a website, and trips can be over any distance and / or by any land, air, or water vehicle. Embodiments require traveler verification by a payment and / or other means, and / or require travelers to supply identifying information. Matches can take into account ratings of travelers by other travelers. Confirmations, reminders, and ride sharing advice can be sent to riders before scheduled rides, and information about a shared ride can be sent to a non-rider. Fees can be charged, and credited if no match is accepted. Communications can be secure and requesting and / or accepting matches can be logged. Origin and / or destination radii can be automatically enlarged to provide more matches.
Owner:MITCHELL CLYDE

Launch and recovery systems and methods

An apparatus for launching and recovering at least one water vehicle includes a frame supported by a base. The base may be mounted to the deck of a boat. The frame includes an elongate stand for supporting the water vehicle. The frame is mounted for being moved relative to the base between a stowed position and a deployed position, so that a rear end of the stand is at a lower elevation in the deployed position than in the stowed position. A guide is carried by the frame and adapted for being moved back and forth along the stand. The guide is for mechanically guiding the water vehicle along the stand.
Owner:CONSOLIDATED OCEAN TECH INC +1

Detachable stairway system for water vehicles and method of use

A detachable stairway system for use with a telescoping water vehicle ladder includes a frame, top and bottom brackets, and at least two steps hingedly mounted to the frame. Optionally, support cables and / or pneumatic cylinders can be added for support. A user attaches the stairway system to a ladder by hooking the bottom bracket under a bottom rung of the ladder, lifting the stairway system, and hooking the top bracket over a top rung of the ladder. Hooks may be utilized to more fully secure the stairway system to the ladder. The telescoping nature of the ladder allows it to expand / contract during attachment of the stairway system and to fully support and stabilize the stairway system to provide a safe and easy way to enter / exit a water vehicle. The hinged nature of the steps allows the stairway system to be folded for stowing / storage.
Owner:LAVOIE JEFFREY

Engine control device for water vehicle

A watercraft includes an engine output control device that can adjust the maximum output of the engine. The output device can be constructed of mechanical devices for adjusting the relationship between the movement of a throttle lever and a throttle valve, an electronic device for proportionally controlling the position of throttle valves in relation to the movement of the throttle lever, are other devices for controlling engine speeds in other ways.
Owner:YAMAHA MARINE KK

Reconfigurable porous technology for fluid flow control and method of controlling flow

The present invention relates to a reconfigurable porous technology for fluid flow control system and more particularly to reconfigurable porosity fluid flow control system for vehicles such as aircraft, missiles, ground and water vehicles to improve the performance of such vehicles. The present invention further relates to a method of operating the reconfigurable fluid flow control system.In one embodiment, the present invention includes a reconfigurable porosity system for fluid flow control on the surface of an aircraft, missile, water-craft or ground vehicle comprising a porous outer skin comprising individual pores; individually addressable valves corresponding and connected to the individual pores for opening and closing the pores; and a pneumatic system for connecting the pores wherein fluid from a high pressure area of the porous outer skin can be directed to a low pressure area of the porous outer skin by opening and closing the individually addressable valves. In another embodiment, the present invention includes a method of fluid flow control using reconfigurable porosity.
Owner:ORBITAL RES

Multiple-Cylinder Engine for Planing Water Vehicle

A multiple-cylinder engine for a planing water vehicle includes an operation control device which changes the number of deactivated cylinders step by step in response to an engine speed when the engine speed exceeds a preset speed. The operation control device can have a plurality of cylinder deactivation order maps used for instructing an increment order of cylinders which are deactivated step by step when the engine speed exceeds the preset speed. The operation control device can exchange one of the cylinder deactivation order maps which is currently used for another one of the maps in accordance with an operation state of the engine.
Owner:YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD

Flexible MEMS resistance reducing covering and method of manufacturing the same

The invention discloses a flexible MEMS resistance-reducing skin and a manufacturing method thereof used for reducing skin friction resistance during the advancing of on-water or underwater vehicles, which employs micro-fine resident bubbles to reduce resistance and belongs to the fields of micro-machinery and fluid dynamics. The upper surface of the skin is a surface layer coated with micro-pit arrays and processed by surface soakage; electrolytic anodes and cathodes of comb-shaped micro-fine planar metal, which are attached on an insulating layer, are arranged at the bottom of the micro-pits; a flexible substrate is positioned below the insulating layer; wire leading terminals for electrodes are arranged on the lower surface of the skin; and both the surface layer and the substrate are made by flexible materials. The overall thickness of the resistance reducing skin is at sub-millimeter level, and the skin is in the status of flexible film. The manufacturing method is an MEMS micro machining technique compatible with the flexible MEMS technology. The flexible MEMS resistance-reducing skin is coated on the outer surfaces of the on-water or underwater vehicles, with power thereof supplied by the on-water or under-water vehicles. Micro-bubbles stably residing in the micro-pits are formed by water electrolysis reaction to coat most parts of the surfaces of the on-water or under-water vehicles, thus realizing the function of reducing skin friction resistance.
Owner:WUXI RES INST OF APPLIED TECH TSINGHUA UNIV +1

Method for printing an object

#CMT# #/CMT# The method involves providing an image (7), and performing three-dimensional (3D) measuring process at a region. Space points are produced corresponding to the region. A 3D network is produced corresponding to the region. 3D web data is generated for moving a robot (4) i.e. hinged arm robot, for an inkjet printhead (5). Raster data i.e. 3D or higher-dimensional raster matrix data, is generated to control the inkjet printhead. The robot is moved using the web data. The image is printed with the inkjet printhead using the raster data. #CMT# : #/CMT# An independent claim is also included for a system for printing an image on an object, comprising a cleaning apparatus. #CMT#USE : #/CMT# Method for printing an image on a body i.e. tank, of an object i.e. vehicle (claimed) e.g. land vehicle such as passenger car, commercial vehicle i.e. lorry, water vehicle, air vehicle for transportation of goods and/or persons, and/or spacecraft and motorbike. Can also be used for a refrigerator, helmet of a motor cyclist, computer housing, furniture, toys or suitcase cover. #CMT#ADVANTAGE : #/CMT# The method enables reducing the 3D-position data to accelerate the generation of the 3D-network. The method allows printing arbitrary of images on arbitrary shaped surfaces of the object. #CMT#DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS : #/CMT# The drawing shows a schematic side view of a printing system with a hinged arm robot. 2 : Printing system 4 : Robot 5 : Inkjet printhead 6 : Droplet 7 : Image.
Owner:HEIDELBERGER DRUCKMASCHINEN AG

Wave-powered devices configured for nesting

A wave-powered water vehicle includes a) a first component which is a float that travels on or near the water surface; b) a second component which is wave actuated and travels below the first component; and c) a means whereby the first component engages the second component and / or the second component engages the first component; wherein the engagement means provides lateral support of one component for the other, and thereby minimizes lateral movement of one against the other when the components are fitted together.
Owner:LIQUID ROBOTICS

Noise reducing device

A noise-reducing device for water vehicles including: a rigid housing having a fluid-tightly sealed chamber formed therein, and fixable to a vibrating part of the water vehicle to be displaced with the vibrating part; a mass member housed in the rigid housing with a given gap therebetween so that the mass member is freely movable in the vibrating direction relative to the rigid housing, the mass member being adapted to come into collision with a contact part of the housing during input of vibration; and an elastic element formed on at least one surface of contact on the contact part or mass member.
Owner:SUMITOMO RIKO CO LTD +1

Driver assistance system

Driver assistance system of a land or water vehicle that encompasses a long-range radar apparatus for the detection of distant objects and at least one short-range detection apparatus for the detection of objects in the vehicle's close proximity. The system further includes an operation control apparatus for control of operation at least of the long-range radar apparatus depending on a motion state of the land or water vehicle. The operation control apparatus is configured to deactivate the long-range radar apparatus at least at standstill of the land or water vehicle or switch it to an essentially powerless standby mode, while keeping the short-range detection apparatus activated.
Owner:INFINEON TECH AG

Unmanned ship based on wind energy driving and navigation control method thereof

The invention provides an unmanned ship based on wind energy driving. The unmanned ship comprises a ship body. A rudder is arranged on the tail portion of the ship body. The ship body is internally provided with a navigation control system. The unmanned ship further comprises a solar energy power supply system, environment sensing equipment and a positioning device. The solar energy power supply system comprises solar energy cell panels and an energy storage device. The output end of the energy storage device is connected with the environment sensing equipment, the positioning device and the navigation control system. The navigation control system comprises a shipborne processor and a PID controller, wherein the shipborne processor is used for planing a route according to the collected information of the environment sensing equipment, the real-time positioning information of the positioning device and a preset task key position, and the PID controller is used for controlling angles and rudder angles between a mainsail and the wind direction as well as between a fore sail and the wind direction according to the result of the shipborne processor. An ancient water vehicle, namely, the sailing ship is utilized, and the wind energy is utilized to serve as driving force, so that zero discharging of pollutants is achieved, and the long-time continuous voyage can be guaranteed. By adjusting the position and the angle of the wind sails, smooth navigating can be carried out even under the headwind situation.
Owner:WUHAN UNIV OF TECH

Self-Balancing Remote Sensing Device And Remote Sensing System Comprising Same

A self-balancing remote sensing device, and a system comprised of the remote sensing devices and one or more base stations, is provided for remotely monitoring both terrestrial and maritime environments. Specifically, a spherically-shaped self-balancing remote sensing device having one or more cameras and various sensors is provided, which may ascend and descend within the water column as desired, by altering its buoyancy, while maintaining proper orientation of the camera and sensors. Further, the remote sensing system comprised of the devices and base stations is provided, wherein the devices and base stations may form an ad hoc network, thereby greatly extending the range and coverage of the system. The devices, due to their small size, may be quickly and easily deployed using various vehicles, including flight vehicles, land-based vehicles, water craft, and subsurface water vehicles.
Owner:JONES KENNETH R

Engine control unit for water vehicle

A watercraft includes a performance mode selector which enables a rider to select normal operation of the watercraft or an economy mode operation. In the economy mode operation, the watercraft either disables cylinders or reduces fuel injection and ignition in order to limit the maximum engine speed obtained by the engine when the throttle lever is fully depressed Additionally, the watercraft can disable cylinders or selectively reduce fuel injection or ignition when an abnormal operating parameter has been detected.
Owner:SANSHIN KOGYO CO LTD

Inflatable dive marker and collection bag

An inflatable diver marker and collection bag is disclosed which can be utilized by a diver for collecting lobster, conch, etc., as well as providing for a diver location marker to boats and other water vehicles traveling in the vicinity of the diver. The dive marker / collection bag also provides for an individual ascent line for the diver. The inflatable dive marker / collection bag allows the diver to send the collected items to the surface without the diver having to surface. In one embodiment, the shape of at least the bottom half of the collection bag is “bell” shaped to help prevent the collected items from escaping when additional items to the collection bag. Additional embodiments for a dive marker are also shown.
Owner:CARMICHAEL ROBERT M

Sun and planet type blade water vehicle mechanism

The invention relates to a sun and planet type blade water vehicle mechanism and a sun and planet type blade group. The sun and planet type blade water vehicle mechanism comprises a frame body, at least one sun and planet type blade group and a power unit. The sun and planet type blade group is fixedly arranged on the frame body; and each sun and planet type blade group comprises a rotating disk, a central fixing part, a plurality of blades and a transmission mechanism. The rotating disk can rotate relatively to the central fixing part. The blades are pivoted on the rotating disk and can rotate relatively to the rotating disk. The transmission mechanism is positioned between the rotating disk and the central fixing part and used for transmitting power between the rotating disk and the central fixing part so as to lead the blades to be capable of carrying out autorotation and carrying out revolution around the central fixing part. The power unit has an axis which rotates with the rotating disk simultaneously. Therefore, when being applied to generate power, the invention can improve the generation efficiency; and when being applied to generate flowing water flow, the invention can push the water flow to the same direction at low speed with large amount.
Owner:万机钢铁工业股份有限公司

Water circulating aquaculture system

The invention discloses a water circulating aquaculture system which comprises an aquaculture pond, a settling and filtering pond, a disinfection pond and a water quality regulation pond. The bottom of the aquaculture pond is slope-shape, the settling and filtering pond is connected with a water outlet of the aquaculture pond, the disinfection pond is connected with a water outlet of the settling and filtering pond, the water quality regulation pond is connected with a water outlet of the disinfection pond, and a water outlet of the water quality regulation pond is connected with a water inlet of the aquaculture pond; a closed arc-shaped flow guide plate is arranged in the aquaculture pond in a floating manner and divides a water area of the aquaculture pond to form a closed-cycle water channel, and a traveling waterwheel is arranged in the water channel; dirt collecting areas with dirt discharge openings are arranged at the lowermost positions of the aquaculture pond. The water circulating aquaculture system has the advantages that a circulating water utilization system capable of realizing disinfection and water quality regulation effects can be formed, water can flow in the aquaculture pond by the aid of the waterwheel in the water channel, dirt in the pond is collected into the dirt collecting areas of the aquaculture pond and is discharged via the dirt discharge openings, and double purposes of cleaning the dirt in the aquaculture pond and keeping the quality of the water are achieved simultaneously.
Owner:天津市金富源育苗养殖有限公司

Fire barrier fabric and related fire protective systems

A fire barrier fabric for improving the fire-resistance abilities of a fire protective system includes a fabric having an exterior surface and an interior surface, and an intumescent coating disposed on a portion of at least one of the exterior surface or the interior surface. The intumescent coating as disposed on the fabric achieves class A requirements of ASTM E84 standard test and exceeds a three hour burn-through test. The fire protective system can be used to protect cargo on air, ground, or water vehicles, to protect cables, and / or to protect structures or equipment from fire and water damage.
Owner:BRADFORD INDS

Rudder post for rudders for water vehicles

The stock has end sections (41, 42) made of a wrought iron, and a middle stock section (45) connected with the end sections. The middle stock section is made of a carbon fibrous composite or graphite fibers, which form the section (45) in the form of windings. The windings extend into the opposite ends of the end section of the stock and are firmly connected with the end section. -
Owner:BECKER MARINE SYST

Multi-Hulled Water Craft Including Suspension

A multi-hulled water craft is disclosed. The water craft has a body, one left hull and one right hull, each hull connected to the body by respective locating means which permits at least substantially vertical and pitch motion of the respective hull relative to the body. The multi-hulled water craft also has a suspension system including at least a front left modal support means and a back left modal support means for providing at least partial support of the body with respect to the left hull, and at least a front right modal support means and a back right modal support means for providing at least partial support of the body with respect to the right hull. The suspension system further includes interconnection means connected to the modal support means to provide different stiffness between motions in at least two of roll, pitch, heave and warp suspension modes.
Owner:NAUTI CRAFT PTY LTD

Water vehicle improvements with connecting means

The improvements of the present invention provide multipurpose and multi-functional improvements that enhance the functional utility of water vehicles. The combination includes connecting means which allow adaptation of a platforms, storage, and seating. An improved motor mount permits a motor to be protectively stowed until a hinge is actuated to rotate the motor 180 degrees for operation. The improvements also provide motor controls, an anchor and motor controls attached to a seat platform. A shelter hood assembly attaches in a selectable, collapsible manner giving an operator use and appearance configuration options, allowing the assembled hood to act as a barrier against weather elements in addition to supplying functional color components including wildlife decoys, camouflage, safety markings, diving insignia, or other aesthetic designs or coloring. These improvements target utility of the water vehicle, particularly for boating, fishing, hunting, scuba or skin-diving, wildlife viewing or photographing, and general outdoor recreation.
Owner:RAMSEY JAMES W
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