Water Ski Cowl System With Independent Propulsion
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current water and underwater ski technologies lack significant improvements in safety, ergonomics, and functionality, with most designs being limited to over-water use and lacking independence from external propulsion, leading to obsolete performance and safety concerns.
Innovation Solution
A structural arrangement for water and underwater skis featuring a cowl system with extensions, personalized steering, an imperative safety system, ergonomic handles with electronic communication, and attachable hydrofoils and wings, enabling independent operation and enhanced comfort and maneuverability both above and below water.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If water and underwater skis are designed with basic structural features only, then manufacturing cost is reduced, but safety and functionality are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The ski is divided into distinct functional modules: a buoyancy module (cowl system with extensions), a propulsion module (independent propeller), a steering module (handlebar with helm), and a safety module (quick-release mechanism). Each module can be independently designed, manufactured, and maintained, allowing complex safety features without proportionally increasing overall device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The ski incorporates a quick-release safety mechanism that automatically disconnects the tow rope in emergency situations. This pre-configured safety feature cushions against potential harm by enabling rapid egress without requiring complex active control systems or user training.
2Adaptability or versatility
If water and underwater skis rely on external vessel propulsion, then device complexity is reduced, but user independence and maneuverability are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The ski is designed with a dual-mode propulsion capability: it can be towed by an external vessel using a tow rope attachment point, or it can operate independently using its own propeller system. This multi-functionality allows the same device to adapt to different operating scenarios without requiring separate equipment.
Solution Approach 2:
The ski incorporates an independent propeller system that can propel the device without external assistance. This self-service capability allows the user to maneuver the ski independently when not being towed, providing versatility and autonomy while maintaining the option for vessel-assisted operation.
3Ease of operation
If basic handle design is used, then manufacturing is simpler, but ergonomic comfort and control precision are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The handlebar features ergonomic contours and grip zones specifically designed for hand placement and control operations. These localized ergonomic features are integrated into the handlebar structure, providing enhanced comfort and control precision without requiring complete redesign of the entire ski system.
Data Source
AI summary
Structural arrangement for a water ski or underwater ski comprising essential mechanisms for significantly improving the user experience in underwater wake bodyboarding. The ski is characterized by the addition of novel and different attachable items that enable the ski to be used without a powered vehicle. The ski is also characterized in that it has various different items that can be attached to the cowling to improve the performance and comfort of the equipment, combined with a personalized steering system and an essential safety system, providing a model that is unique on the underwater ski/water ski market.