Automatic Folding Electric Vehicle Linkage Mechanism

The electric vehicle employs an automatic folding system where the motor-driven linear driver and linkage mechanism enable the vehicle to fold and unfold itself without manual intervention. The system uses the motor to drive the linear driver, which moves the sliding support along the track, activating the linkage to coordinate the folding of frames, seat, and handle, thereby eliminating the need for complex manual folding operations while achieving compact storage

The patent replaces manual mechanical folding operations with an automated motor-driven system. The motor connects to the linear driver through a gear set, and the linear driver moves the sliding support along a track to activate the linkage mechanism. This automated mechanical system coordinates the folding of the front frame, rear frame, sliding seat, and handle, achieving complete automatic folding that significantly reduces storage space compared to partial folding solutions

The automatic folding mechanism is divided into modular functional components: a motor for power generation, a gear set for speed reduction and torque multiplication, a linear driver for linear motion conversion, a sliding support moving along a track, and a linkage system with multiple connected links. Each component performs a specific function and can be independently assembled and maintained, reducing the perceived complexity despite the automated functionality

The linkage mechanism serves multiple functions simultaneously: it coordinates the folding of the front frame and rear frame, controls the folding of the sliding seat, manages the handle folding, and guides the sliding support movement. This multi-functional design reduces the need for separate mechanisms for each folding action, simplifying the overall manufacturing process while achieving complete folding for minimal storage space