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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8181977 | Bicycle arm-drive apparatus A bicycle arm-drive apparatus includes a stationary mounting structure, an arm drive input mechanism, a drive motion transmission mechanism, and a plurality of connectors. One end of the mounting structure attaches to the front-center portion of the bicycle. The arm... | 05/22/2012 |
| 8056916 | Drive system for human powered device Drive systems configured to combine arm power with leg power are disclosed. A drive system may comprise an arm power headset comprising: a joint assembly configured to provide forward and aft movement; and a mounting bracket coupled to the joint assembly and configu... | 11/15/2011 |
| 7891686 | Operator powered vehicle A vehicle powered by an operator's arms and/or legs utilizes a pivot column for propulsion. An upper propulsion member (handlebar) is provided on the upper end of the pivot column. A lower propulsion member (foot bar) is provided on the lower end of the pivot column... | 02/22/2011 |
| 7823897 | Vehicular drive system with FWD-only mode and associated method A drive system for a work vehicle comprises a control unit adapted to: monitor output of a speed ratio setting input device for a speed ratio setting request signal and output of a drive-request input device for a FWD-only request signal, determine from the speed ra... | 11/02/2010 |
| 7413206 | Extra hand powered bicycle A drive system for use with a bicycle includes first and second gears arranged so that the second gear is rotatably driven responsive to the first gear. A freewheel is operatively coupled to the second gear, and a drive sprocket is operatively coupled to the freewhe... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7293790 | Omni-directional toy vehicle The invention relates with the omni-directional toy vehicle that can move in all directions of forward, backward, rotational, left and right movement by driving manually the omni-directional wheels installed at the vehicle and combining their rotational directions. ... | 11/13/2007 |
| 7140626 | Running exercise bike An exercise apparatus including a seatless frame for simulating running without the stress producing loads associated with each stride. The exercise apparatus has at least one front wheel and at least one rear wheel, both of which are rotationally connected to the f... | 11/28/2006 |
| 7066480 | System for controlling a moving part, steering system for a light vehicle and tricycle fitted with said system The steering system according to the invention provides a means of coordinating the movements of the two steering handles on a machine such as light tricycle type vehicles propelled by a pedal (5) and propulsion arms (6). The steering system com... | 06/27/2006 |
| 7021639 | Bicycle of type driven by operation of handle Disclosed herein is a bicycle of the type driven by operation of a handle. According to the present invention, a shaft rod of the bicycle is installed with a hinge so as to enable the handle to rotate forward or backward. The handle is bent by a constant angle on th... | 04/04/2006 |
| 6966872 | Articulating abdominal exercise bench The invention relates to the field of abdominal exercise with the operator using the sit-up or crunch movements. More particularly, an exercise apparatus that exercises the abdominal and back muscles with the lower torso of the operator supported by a moving seat wh... | 11/22/2005 |
| 6929587 | Inertial resistance exercise apparatus and method An exercise apparatus and method utilizes a flywheel mounted on a rotatable axle. The user exercises by accelerating and decelerating the rotation of the flywheel. For example, a line which wraps around the axle provides a mechanism for accelerating and decelerating... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6929278 | Adjustable steering column An adjustable steering column comprises a steering column shaft, a handlebar, and an adjustable clamp assembly securing the handlebar to the steering column shaft. The adjustable clamp assembly comprises a handlebar clamp to secure the handlebar to the adjustable cl... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6688623 | Human powered vehicle drive mechanism The present invention is a drive mechanism for human powered vehicles. In general, the invention is a unique drive mechanism for any human powered vehicle, such as a bicycle or a human powered boat. The mechanism enables the operator to efficiently apply ... | 02/10/2004 |
| 6572129 | Dual power recumbent tricycle A recumbent tricycle which includes a propulsion system which includes a combination of foot and arm power for propulsion. Pedals are operated with the rider's legs. Handles are also connected to the drive mechanism, with the handles pulled back and pushe... | 06/03/2003 |
| 6540648 | Exerciser bike An improved exerciser bike includes a frame having a front wheel and a handle for steering the front wheel, and includes two rear wheel axles. Two rear wheels are rotatably secured to the rear wheel axles. Each of the foot supports has a middle portion pi... | 04/01/2003 |
| 6155584 | Man-propelled vehicle, such as in particular a cycle A man-propelled vehicle includes a frame with a seat, two pedals, and two hand-operated handles, each linked with the frame by actuating devices capable of communicating to them an alternating translational motion. The actuating devices are coupled with u... | 12/05/2000 |
| 6032969 | Arm or leg actuated exercise apparatus An exercise apparatus with a transmission which may be selectively adjusted to provide either arm exercises, leg pedaling exercises or stepping exercises, said apparatus formed with a frame; a seat on said frame; a pair of rear drive wheels rotatably moun... | 03/07/2000 |
| 6010433 | Exerciser bike having two driving mechanisms An exerciser bike includes a frame having a front wheel and a handle for steering the front wheel, and includes two rear wheel axles. Two rear wheels are rotatably secured to the rear wheel axles by two ratchet sprocket wheels. Two foot supports each has ... | 01/04/2000 |
| 5908199 | Arm propulsion system for bicycles and the like, that may be combined with conventional foot propulsion An arm propulsion system for mounting on a bicycle includes a first crank and a second crank mounted on opposite ends of a connection and rotation pin. These cranks are mounted in a specular position with respect to one another. Hand-grips are connected w... | 06/01/1999 |
| 5833256 | User powered vehicle and propulsion mechanism A user powered vehicle which can be propelled upon an ice surface by applying force in repetitive power stroke movements in a rowing manner. The vehicle includes a main framework (10), a forward facing seat (64), a plurality of attached ice runners (14, 1... | 11/10/1998 |
| 5829772 | Ride-on, human-powered vehicle drive and steering mechanism A ride-on, human-powered vehicle a frame, which is integrally formed with the body of the vehicle. A front axle includes spaced-apart, steerable axle elements located on either side of the front end of the frame, each steerable axle element having a wheel... | 11/03/1998 |
| 5820151 | Front wheel driving mechanism for bicycles A bicycle front wheel frame assembly includes a horizontal tubular member mounted in front of a head tube, a vertical rod assembly mounted between the tubular member and a front fork, and a horizontal rod assembly mounted between the tubular member and th... | 10/13/1998 |
| 5816598 | Two-wheel drive hand and foot powered bicycle A two-wheel drive hand and foot powered bicycle in accordance with the present invention includes a rear wheel that is driven by a foot pedal via a chain and derailleur mechanism. A front wheel is rotatably mounted to the bottom portions of first and seco... | 10/06/1998 |
| 5785336 | Bicycle with arm powered and speed enhancing apparatus A bicycle with apparatus which enables the arms and/or legs of a cyclist to supply rotational force to the rear wheel to enhance acceleration and ease hill climbing is disclosed. The apparatus enables upon repeatedly pivoting the bicycle handle back-and-f... | 07/28/1998 |
| 5700228 | Gyrocycle A gyrocycle (10) comprising an elongated main body (12). A pair of front wings (14) extend from the main body (12). A pair of rear wings (16) extend from the main body (12). A front axle (18) extends transversely through the main body (12) and through the... | 12/23/1997 |
| 5601301 | Drive system for muscle-powered equipment and vehicles, in particular bicycles A muscle-powered drive mechanism for vehicles or other equipment with at least one drive component, the drive movement of which is adapted to be transmitted to a drive shaft using a movement transmission system. By means of the mechanism, a user can selec... | 02/11/1997 |
| 5542689 | Bicycle front wheel drive A front wheel drive system for a bicycle which can be installed on a bicycle to drive the front wheel by rocking the handlebars back and forth. A chain positioning and support mechanism is attached to the handlebar of a bicycle. The handle bar is attached... | 08/06/1996 |
| 5511810 | Hand driving device for a bicycle A hand driving device for a bicycle, the bicycle having a frame including an inclined frame member and a steering head. The hand driving device has a pair of spaced apart hand levers pivotally connected to a pair of pivoted levers, which are in turn pivot... | 04/30/1996 |
| 5431614 | Exercise device and auxiliary power unit for use with bicycle An exercise device for mounting on a conventional bicycle provides upper body exercise, the device having an auxiliary handlebar that rotates about a shaft on which is mounted a auxiliary power unit. Movement of the auxiliary handlebar in a rotational mot... | 07/11/1995 |
| 5429379 | Impulse drive mechanism and shock driver for a land vehicle A land vehicle or bicycle (110) is disclosed having a front wheel drive which includes an impulse drive mechanism and shock driver. The front wheel drive mechanism (140) includes a handle bar/driver mechanism (151) attached to an impulse drive mechanism (... | 07/04/1995 |
| 5383675 | Drive and control mechanisms for human powered vehicles A human powered mechanism for propelling a wheeled land vehicle, a water vehicle (a boat or hydroplane) using either a water screw or a jet of water or an ultra-light aircraft with an air screw. The mechanism can utilize either arm or leg muscles or prefe... | 01/24/1995 |
| 5372374 | Lever device for equalizing bicycle workout The invention is a device for providing an upper body workout while riding a bicycle. The device comprises a base member which is secured to the bicycle. A lever is pivotally attached to the base member and drives a sprocket. The sprocket, in turn, drives... | 12/13/1994 |
| 5354083 | Drive system for muscle-powered equipment and vehicles, in particular bicycles Drive for muscle-powered vehicles and/or equipment, in particular bicycles, whereby hand-powered drive is accomplished by reciprocating rods whereas foot-powered drive is accomplished by pedals which are moved back and forth and their movement is transmit... | 10/11/1994 |
| 5328195 | Bicycle having arm assisted drive A dual drive bicycle includes an arm powered drive assembly including a drive mechanism mountable on one of the bicycle wheels or on the foot powered crank mechanism. The drive assembly includes a sprocket and a ratchet assembly for pivotal engagement wit... | 07/12/1994 |
| 5322312 | User-propelled vehicle A user-propelled vehicle has a wheelchair embodiment and a three-wheeled skateboard embodiment. In the wheelchair embodiment, a foldable frame has a seat for supporting the user and a propulsor movably attached to the frame for allowing the user to pump t... | 06/21/1994 |
| 5297810 | Transport means for invalids A wheelchair having two driving wheels (4, 19) with two corresponding hand levers (7, 20), and two transmission mechanisms (16) which convert the swinging motion of their levers (7, 20) into rotary movement of the driving wheels (4, 19). Each transmission... | 03/29/1994 |
| 5282640 | Exercise bicycle An O-ring is mounted to the wheel of a manually powered bicycle. A Teflon washer is mounted on the wheel sprocket contacting the O-ring. The friction between the O-ring and the Teflon washer are sufficient to move the crank sprocket away from dead center ... | 02/01/1994 |
| 5273304 | Leg mobilized attachments for wheelchairs Leg-powered, foot-steerable devices for attachment to a wheelchair are disclosed that include a longitudinal pole unit, attachment clamps for releasably mounting the pole unit upon the frame of the wheelchair and a wheel assembly that includes a bearing u... | 12/28/1993 |
| 5257553 | Auxiliary front wheel driving mechanism for bicycle An auxiliary driving mechanism associated with the front wheel of a bicycle is equipped with a pair of pneumatically actuated cylinders secured in place by a pair of spaced triangular fixing brackets and connected to the handlebar of the bicycle pivotally... | 11/02/1993 |
| 5242179 | Four-line exercising attachment for wheelchairs A four limb exercising attachment for wheelchairs which will permit the occupant of the wheelchair to exercise all four limbs simultaneously, thereby affording proper bilateral movement of the arms and legs. The exercising attachment will also propel the ... | 09/07/1993 |
