CA2206239A1 - Sport wing - Google Patents
Sport wingInfo
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Abstract
A sporting apparatus in the form of a wing that is mounted to a sky diver. The apparatus is designed so that the sky diver rides the wing while in free fall. This significantly increases the flight time and maneuverability of the sky diver.
Description
The present invention is a sporting apparatus primarily designed for sky divers. This invention increases the maneuverability and flight time of the sky diver by using a wing and a pair of foot bindings.
This invention relates to a relatively new sport called "Skysurfing", in which a sky diver uses a snowboard type apparatus to provide maneuverability and lift. This crude type of apparatus provides marginal capabilities, as the boards are not designed for flight. This invention uses a wing as a platform for a sky diver to stand on. The sky diver rides this o apparatus much like a surfer uses a surfboard to ride the waves. The amount of time the sky diver can stay in the air is significantly increased, and/or the maneuverability can be significantly increased. This innovation can be tailored to provide the best desired performance of the sky diver.
The wing geometry can follow standard aerodynamic design principles. For example: if a long flight time ( the amount of time the sky diver is in the air ) is required by the sky diver the sport wing can be designed to fit the required considerations by having: a large aspect ratio, a high lift to drag ratio aerofoils, wingtips and a rectangular wing span shape.
If the sky diver wishes maneuverability, the design considerations for the sport wing could include: a small aspect ratio, elliptical or swept back wing span and multiple aerofoils. The aerofoils are easily derived from many sources, such as: National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA
Standard), computer generated aerofoils (from computational algorithms), Wortmann and Gottingen series.
The prototype was designed for extended flight time, instead of maneuverability, therefore the prototype design parameters consisted of a large aspect ratio, rectangular wing span and a single NACA 6XXX airfoil.
The prototype sport wing was constructed out of fiber reinforced plastic on a polyurethane foam core. With reinforcements under the foot platform.
The construction should be sufficiently strong to withstand cyclic loading, yet light enough not to hinder performance. An alternative construction method may include a light weight sheet metal of a monocoque design, or a reinforced inflatable design similar to air mattress construction.
Quick fixing and releasing foot bindings are incorporated on the top of the wing surface. This allows the sky diver to quickly fasten his or her feet to the wing when jumping out of the aeroplane and conversely releasing his or her feet from the wing when he or she is about to land. The feet could be mounted longitudinally like a snowboard or mounted transversely like skis.
This invention has its own fastening method using a foot platform on the wing, feet bindings, a cleat, a ball and socket, and a forked clasp mechanism operably connected to the feet of the sky diver. The method of fastening the sky diver to the wing is a complex subject onto itself.
o Modified ski bindings, or similar systems could be modified for this application. In the binding system the question of quality and safety must be addressed. Whatever system used, the system must be able to quickly engage and disengage, whereby a failure, will not endanger the sky diver and can be compensated for.
In other embodiments the sky diver may fasten his or her self to the wing similar to a hang glider, wearing a harness with hooks that quickly connect to pad eyes. The sky diver hooks into the pad eyes and hangs perpendicular to the bottom of the wing. Hand straps are mounted at the bottom of the board and the sky diver uses these straps to maneuver thereby controlling the direction of the wing.
In other embodiments, there may be a seating surface on the top of the wing where the sky diver mounts into. To maximize portability and ease of handling, modifications can be added to the wing such as; telescoping or folding wings. The wing could be of a multi wing design; such as a biplane.
The wing may also contain a parachute so that when the sky diver dismounts from the wing, the parachute will deploy causing the wing to gently fall to the ground.
The present invention consists of a sporting apparatus for increasing the airtime and maneuverability of a sky diver. In one aspect of this invention the apparatus consists of a wing and a foot clasping mechanism.
The wing may be designed to the suit the desired performance characteristics of the sky diver, for example if a long flight time is required the wing design parameters may include a high lift airfoils, large aspect ratio and rectangular wings. In this aspect of the invention the design parameters are optimized for the terminal velocity of the sky diver and wing combination.
The sky diver carries the wing into the aeroplane, he or she may jump out of the aeroplane with the wing attached, if it is safe to do so.
Otherwise, the sky diver can jump out while lying on the wing. In this aspect while in free fall, the sky diver mounts his or her feet to the top of the wing. The feet are supported by foot bindings which use straps to hold the foot into the bindings. While in free fall the sky diver can slowly crouch into a kneeling position while holding the straps on the wing for support.
This maneuver can also be accomplished while inverted in free fall.
Detachable wrist lanyards help secure the sky diver to the wing during this operation. One foot at a time is placed into the foot platform on the wing.
The foot bindings are put into the foot platform heel first where a cleat on the heel of the bindings fastens to a transverse slot at the rear of the foot platform. There is a longitll~lin~l member on the foot platform that mates to a corresponding channel in the bindings, which also act as a guide and brace to support the bindings from the yawl motion of the wing. The foot is rotated down guided by the channel into the correct position, so that the bindings can be fastened to the wing by the ball and socket mechanism.
The front of the bindings has a socket and a forked clasp release mechanism that is mounted in the binding, perpendicular to the bore of the socket. The forked clasp translates into and out of the side of the bore of the socket.
The foot platform has a ball mounted on a bar near the toe of the foot platform, the bar connect the back of the ball to the platform. Inside the socket of the bindings, there is an ejector plate that is connected to the top of the socket by a compression spring. When the foot rotates down after fastening the heel to the slot the front of the foot is guided by the channel over the ball. The ball then is pushed into the socket, moving the ejector plate up. When the ball is fully inserted into the socket the spring loaded forked clasp translates into the bore of the socket thereby, holding the ball from behind.
The operator controls the wing by using weight shifts, ankle articulation, leg control and air resistance. Flight direction can be controlled by weight shifts which change the relative positions of the centre of gravity to the centre of lift. The lift characteristics can be adjusted by ankle articulation which adjusts the angle of attack of the wing. Flight speed can be adjusted by leg rotations which changes the position of the wing to the air flow. Air resistance can be manipulated by the divers body and appendages to control the flight characteristics of the wing. These inputs provide a challenging and exciting sporting environment to the sky diver.
o In this aspect to separate the sky diver from the wing, a release pulley is pulled. The sky diver releases the parachute, and when he or she approaches the ground, the release pulley for the wing is pulled. The tension on the pulley cable causes the retraction of the forked clasp, thereby releasing the ball. The spring pushes on the ejector plate thereby pushing the ball out of the socket. The foot is rotated up and dynamic pressure forces out the cleat from the transverse slot; then the wing can glide to the ground. In this aspect if there is a failure in the forked clasp, the sliding orcam buckle straps will quickly remove the feet from the bindings.
The invention as exemplified by the preferred embodiments, are described with reference to the drawings in which:
Figure 1 is the perspective view of the wing assembly;
Figure 2 is a sectional side view with the foot bindings being engaged into the foot platform;
Figure 3 is a sectional side view of the foot bindings locked into the foot platform;
Figure 4 is a top view of Section A-A, the foot bindings located into the foot platform of the wing Figure 5 is a front view of another embodiment of the wing assembly.
Referring to the drawings Figure 1 to Figure 4, this embodiment of the invention shows: a wing 2, a pair of foot platforms 4 mounted on the top of the wing and a pair of foot bindings 6 that mounts into the foot platform. A quick release and locking mechanism is incorporated into the bindings and platform design. The hand hold straps 3 located next to the foot bindings, support the sky diver and assist in engaging the bindings to the foot platform. Part of the locking mechanism consists of: a ball 10 and socket 12. The ball 10 is connected to foot platform 4 by a circular bar lO element 16. The socket 12 is part of the bindings 6. At the rear of the foot platform there is a transverse slot 18 that a cleat 22, onto which the foot bindings 6 fastens to.
The bindings consist of a lower sole plate 24 that contains the locking and release mechanism and a shell 26 which connects to the plate to support the foot. Straps 28 mounted on the shell, holding the operators' shoe 8 into the bindings 6. The locking and release mechanism consists of a tapered forked clasp 30 that slides in a channel 31 and fastens the bindings to the platform. A compression spring 32 holds the forked clasp 30 against the bar element 16. A release pulley 34 is connected to the back of the forked clasp 30. In the socket 12 there the compression spring 14 that is connected to an ejector plate 15.
If the sky diver jumps from the airplane without the feet fastened to the wing, he or she jumps out of the plane while lying on the wing and holding to the hand straps 3. The sky diver then maneuvers onto his or her knees. Then in a crouched position places the cleat 22 of the bindings 6 in the transverse slot 18, the longitudinal location channel 20 mates with member 21; to guide the socket 12 over the ball 10. The foot is rotated down to fully insert the ball 10 into the socket 12, overcoming the force of the compression spring 14 and ejector plate 15 assembly. When the ball is fully inserted into the socket the compression spring 32 forces the forked clasp 30 into the sockets, to lock against the bar element 16; thereby fastening the bindings to the foot platform.
The sky diver dismounts from the wing by using a release pulley 34.
The sky diver pulls on the releases pulley whereby the tension causes retraction of the forked clasp 30 into the channel 31, thereby unclasping the ball 10. The compression spring 14, forces the ejector plate 15 down thereby pushing out the ball 10 from the socket 12. The sky diver then rotates up the foot, that causes the cleat 22 to unfasten from the transverse o slot 18, dynamic pressure pulls the wing away from the foot.
Referring to Figure 5, another embodiment of the invention shows a wing 2, a bolstered seating platform 5 mounted on top of the wing. The seatbelts 7 are used to fasten the operator into the seat. The straps 3 are used as handholds to support the operator. The locking hinges 9 are used to fold the wing for easy of portability and deployment. Wing tip motors 11 are added to increase the flight time of the sky diver; converting the embodiment into an ultralight.
Although only several embodiments of the present invention has been described and illustrated, the present invention is not limited to the features of this embodiment, but include all variations and modifications within the scope of the claims.
This invention relates to a relatively new sport called "Skysurfing", in which a sky diver uses a snowboard type apparatus to provide maneuverability and lift. This crude type of apparatus provides marginal capabilities, as the boards are not designed for flight. This invention uses a wing as a platform for a sky diver to stand on. The sky diver rides this o apparatus much like a surfer uses a surfboard to ride the waves. The amount of time the sky diver can stay in the air is significantly increased, and/or the maneuverability can be significantly increased. This innovation can be tailored to provide the best desired performance of the sky diver.
The wing geometry can follow standard aerodynamic design principles. For example: if a long flight time ( the amount of time the sky diver is in the air ) is required by the sky diver the sport wing can be designed to fit the required considerations by having: a large aspect ratio, a high lift to drag ratio aerofoils, wingtips and a rectangular wing span shape.
If the sky diver wishes maneuverability, the design considerations for the sport wing could include: a small aspect ratio, elliptical or swept back wing span and multiple aerofoils. The aerofoils are easily derived from many sources, such as: National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA
Standard), computer generated aerofoils (from computational algorithms), Wortmann and Gottingen series.
The prototype was designed for extended flight time, instead of maneuverability, therefore the prototype design parameters consisted of a large aspect ratio, rectangular wing span and a single NACA 6XXX airfoil.
The prototype sport wing was constructed out of fiber reinforced plastic on a polyurethane foam core. With reinforcements under the foot platform.
The construction should be sufficiently strong to withstand cyclic loading, yet light enough not to hinder performance. An alternative construction method may include a light weight sheet metal of a monocoque design, or a reinforced inflatable design similar to air mattress construction.
Quick fixing and releasing foot bindings are incorporated on the top of the wing surface. This allows the sky diver to quickly fasten his or her feet to the wing when jumping out of the aeroplane and conversely releasing his or her feet from the wing when he or she is about to land. The feet could be mounted longitudinally like a snowboard or mounted transversely like skis.
This invention has its own fastening method using a foot platform on the wing, feet bindings, a cleat, a ball and socket, and a forked clasp mechanism operably connected to the feet of the sky diver. The method of fastening the sky diver to the wing is a complex subject onto itself.
o Modified ski bindings, or similar systems could be modified for this application. In the binding system the question of quality and safety must be addressed. Whatever system used, the system must be able to quickly engage and disengage, whereby a failure, will not endanger the sky diver and can be compensated for.
In other embodiments the sky diver may fasten his or her self to the wing similar to a hang glider, wearing a harness with hooks that quickly connect to pad eyes. The sky diver hooks into the pad eyes and hangs perpendicular to the bottom of the wing. Hand straps are mounted at the bottom of the board and the sky diver uses these straps to maneuver thereby controlling the direction of the wing.
In other embodiments, there may be a seating surface on the top of the wing where the sky diver mounts into. To maximize portability and ease of handling, modifications can be added to the wing such as; telescoping or folding wings. The wing could be of a multi wing design; such as a biplane.
The wing may also contain a parachute so that when the sky diver dismounts from the wing, the parachute will deploy causing the wing to gently fall to the ground.
The present invention consists of a sporting apparatus for increasing the airtime and maneuverability of a sky diver. In one aspect of this invention the apparatus consists of a wing and a foot clasping mechanism.
The wing may be designed to the suit the desired performance characteristics of the sky diver, for example if a long flight time is required the wing design parameters may include a high lift airfoils, large aspect ratio and rectangular wings. In this aspect of the invention the design parameters are optimized for the terminal velocity of the sky diver and wing combination.
The sky diver carries the wing into the aeroplane, he or she may jump out of the aeroplane with the wing attached, if it is safe to do so.
Otherwise, the sky diver can jump out while lying on the wing. In this aspect while in free fall, the sky diver mounts his or her feet to the top of the wing. The feet are supported by foot bindings which use straps to hold the foot into the bindings. While in free fall the sky diver can slowly crouch into a kneeling position while holding the straps on the wing for support.
This maneuver can also be accomplished while inverted in free fall.
Detachable wrist lanyards help secure the sky diver to the wing during this operation. One foot at a time is placed into the foot platform on the wing.
The foot bindings are put into the foot platform heel first where a cleat on the heel of the bindings fastens to a transverse slot at the rear of the foot platform. There is a longitll~lin~l member on the foot platform that mates to a corresponding channel in the bindings, which also act as a guide and brace to support the bindings from the yawl motion of the wing. The foot is rotated down guided by the channel into the correct position, so that the bindings can be fastened to the wing by the ball and socket mechanism.
The front of the bindings has a socket and a forked clasp release mechanism that is mounted in the binding, perpendicular to the bore of the socket. The forked clasp translates into and out of the side of the bore of the socket.
The foot platform has a ball mounted on a bar near the toe of the foot platform, the bar connect the back of the ball to the platform. Inside the socket of the bindings, there is an ejector plate that is connected to the top of the socket by a compression spring. When the foot rotates down after fastening the heel to the slot the front of the foot is guided by the channel over the ball. The ball then is pushed into the socket, moving the ejector plate up. When the ball is fully inserted into the socket the spring loaded forked clasp translates into the bore of the socket thereby, holding the ball from behind.
The operator controls the wing by using weight shifts, ankle articulation, leg control and air resistance. Flight direction can be controlled by weight shifts which change the relative positions of the centre of gravity to the centre of lift. The lift characteristics can be adjusted by ankle articulation which adjusts the angle of attack of the wing. Flight speed can be adjusted by leg rotations which changes the position of the wing to the air flow. Air resistance can be manipulated by the divers body and appendages to control the flight characteristics of the wing. These inputs provide a challenging and exciting sporting environment to the sky diver.
o In this aspect to separate the sky diver from the wing, a release pulley is pulled. The sky diver releases the parachute, and when he or she approaches the ground, the release pulley for the wing is pulled. The tension on the pulley cable causes the retraction of the forked clasp, thereby releasing the ball. The spring pushes on the ejector plate thereby pushing the ball out of the socket. The foot is rotated up and dynamic pressure forces out the cleat from the transverse slot; then the wing can glide to the ground. In this aspect if there is a failure in the forked clasp, the sliding orcam buckle straps will quickly remove the feet from the bindings.
The invention as exemplified by the preferred embodiments, are described with reference to the drawings in which:
Figure 1 is the perspective view of the wing assembly;
Figure 2 is a sectional side view with the foot bindings being engaged into the foot platform;
Figure 3 is a sectional side view of the foot bindings locked into the foot platform;
Figure 4 is a top view of Section A-A, the foot bindings located into the foot platform of the wing Figure 5 is a front view of another embodiment of the wing assembly.
Referring to the drawings Figure 1 to Figure 4, this embodiment of the invention shows: a wing 2, a pair of foot platforms 4 mounted on the top of the wing and a pair of foot bindings 6 that mounts into the foot platform. A quick release and locking mechanism is incorporated into the bindings and platform design. The hand hold straps 3 located next to the foot bindings, support the sky diver and assist in engaging the bindings to the foot platform. Part of the locking mechanism consists of: a ball 10 and socket 12. The ball 10 is connected to foot platform 4 by a circular bar lO element 16. The socket 12 is part of the bindings 6. At the rear of the foot platform there is a transverse slot 18 that a cleat 22, onto which the foot bindings 6 fastens to.
The bindings consist of a lower sole plate 24 that contains the locking and release mechanism and a shell 26 which connects to the plate to support the foot. Straps 28 mounted on the shell, holding the operators' shoe 8 into the bindings 6. The locking and release mechanism consists of a tapered forked clasp 30 that slides in a channel 31 and fastens the bindings to the platform. A compression spring 32 holds the forked clasp 30 against the bar element 16. A release pulley 34 is connected to the back of the forked clasp 30. In the socket 12 there the compression spring 14 that is connected to an ejector plate 15.
If the sky diver jumps from the airplane without the feet fastened to the wing, he or she jumps out of the plane while lying on the wing and holding to the hand straps 3. The sky diver then maneuvers onto his or her knees. Then in a crouched position places the cleat 22 of the bindings 6 in the transverse slot 18, the longitudinal location channel 20 mates with member 21; to guide the socket 12 over the ball 10. The foot is rotated down to fully insert the ball 10 into the socket 12, overcoming the force of the compression spring 14 and ejector plate 15 assembly. When the ball is fully inserted into the socket the compression spring 32 forces the forked clasp 30 into the sockets, to lock against the bar element 16; thereby fastening the bindings to the foot platform.
The sky diver dismounts from the wing by using a release pulley 34.
The sky diver pulls on the releases pulley whereby the tension causes retraction of the forked clasp 30 into the channel 31, thereby unclasping the ball 10. The compression spring 14, forces the ejector plate 15 down thereby pushing out the ball 10 from the socket 12. The sky diver then rotates up the foot, that causes the cleat 22 to unfasten from the transverse o slot 18, dynamic pressure pulls the wing away from the foot.
Referring to Figure 5, another embodiment of the invention shows a wing 2, a bolstered seating platform 5 mounted on top of the wing. The seatbelts 7 are used to fasten the operator into the seat. The straps 3 are used as handholds to support the operator. The locking hinges 9 are used to fold the wing for easy of portability and deployment. Wing tip motors 11 are added to increase the flight time of the sky diver; converting the embodiment into an ultralight.
Although only several embodiments of the present invention has been described and illustrated, the present invention is not limited to the features of this embodiment, but include all variations and modifications within the scope of the claims.
Claims (8)
1. An apparatus for increasing the maneuverability and flight time of a sky diver comprising:
a portable high lift aerodynamic wing structure; and means for quickly mounting and releasing the sky diver to the the wing.
a portable high lift aerodynamic wing structure; and means for quickly mounting and releasing the sky diver to the the wing.
2. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, wherein the wing is characterized by, at least one set of wings, at least one collapsible joint at each side of the wing, whereby the joint provides means for shortening the wingspan for portability, and the wing geometry and airfoils are optimized to the terminal velocity of the sky diver and wing.
3. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, where a quick connection and release means for mounting the feet of the sky diver to the top surface of the wing comprises:
a foot platform on the wing for each foot;
a bindings for each foot which mates to their respective platform on the upper surface of the wing;
a two part spring loaded ball and socket locking mechanism for each foot platform and foot bindings, respectively;
a bar element of a smaller diameter than the ball which connects the flat back of the ball, to near the toe end on the foot platform;
a transverse slot at the heel of the foot platform;
a longitudinal member mounted along the centre-line of the foot platform;
a longitudinal channel on the bindings that mates to the respective member on the foot platform; and a cleat located at the heel on the bindings that mates to the transverse slot.
a foot platform on the wing for each foot;
a bindings for each foot which mates to their respective platform on the upper surface of the wing;
a two part spring loaded ball and socket locking mechanism for each foot platform and foot bindings, respectively;
a bar element of a smaller diameter than the ball which connects the flat back of the ball, to near the toe end on the foot platform;
a transverse slot at the heel of the foot platform;
a longitudinal member mounted along the centre-line of the foot platform;
a longitudinal channel on the bindings that mates to the respective member on the foot platform; and a cleat located at the heel on the bindings that mates to the transverse slot.
4. The apparatus as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that a sole plate and shell combination forms the bindings which supports the sky divers' foot;
a plurality of straps hold the operators foot inside the bindings;
a compression spring is fastened to the bottom of the socket;
an ejector plate is connected to the other end of the compression spring;
a spring loaded locking tapered forked clasp mechanism operating as follower to the ball, and is perpendicularly mounted inside the bindings so that it translates into and out of the bore of the socket;
a release pulley is connected to the back of the fork mechanism and is manually engaged by the sky diver;
the foot is fixed to the wing by placing the foot on the platform, heel first whereby, the cleat on the binding's heel mates to the transverse slot on the platform, the longitudinal member mates to the channel in the bindings guiding the ball into the socket, the foot is firmly pressed down onto the platform, fully inserting the ball into the socket, thereby causing horizontal translation of the tapered fork into the socket, the spring loading causes the forked clasp to lock on the flat back of the ball;
the operator pulls the release pulley causing retraction of the forked clasp, disengaging the forked clasp from the ball thereby allowing the compression spring and ejector plate in the socket to help force out the ball.
a plurality of straps hold the operators foot inside the bindings;
a compression spring is fastened to the bottom of the socket;
an ejector plate is connected to the other end of the compression spring;
a spring loaded locking tapered forked clasp mechanism operating as follower to the ball, and is perpendicularly mounted inside the bindings so that it translates into and out of the bore of the socket;
a release pulley is connected to the back of the fork mechanism and is manually engaged by the sky diver;
the foot is fixed to the wing by placing the foot on the platform, heel first whereby, the cleat on the binding's heel mates to the transverse slot on the platform, the longitudinal member mates to the channel in the bindings guiding the ball into the socket, the foot is firmly pressed down onto the platform, fully inserting the ball into the socket, thereby causing horizontal translation of the tapered fork into the socket, the spring loading causes the forked clasp to lock on the flat back of the ball;
the operator pulls the release pulley causing retraction of the forked clasp, disengaging the forked clasp from the ball thereby allowing the compression spring and ejector plate in the socket to help force out the ball.
5. An improved apparatus of the type having an aerodynamic wing and quick engaging and disengaging fastening method of the operator to the wing, wherein the improvement comprises at least one propulsion system connected to the wing.
6. The improved apparatus as claimed in claim 5, where a hobbyist model engine-propeller combination is added to each wingtip, operating counter rotational to each other.
7. An improved apparatus of the type having a portable aerodynamic wing and quick engaging and disengaging fastening method of the operator to the wing, wherein the improvement comprises of an inflatable wing constructed out of a high strength material such as PVC, having a similar construction to an inflatable air mattress.
8. A glider wing comprising:
a least one portable aerodynamic wing optimized to the terminal velocity of a person in free fall;
at least one bindings or harness located on the operator;
a mounting platform located on the wing;
means for quickly mounting and dismounting the bindings or harness to the mounting platform on the wing;
a shell for supporting each of the operators foot;
a plurality of straps that mount the foot into the shell and another pair that operates as hand holds on the top of the wing;
a sole plate connected to the bottom of the shell where the sole plate has a longitudinally channel along the length of the bindings;
the bindings consist of the shell and sole plate whereby the mounting means is operably connected to the sole plate and platform;
a cleat is located at the rear of the sole plate;
a socket is located near the toe of the sole plate;
a spring loaded forked clasp is mounted in the sole plate, perpendicular to the bore of the socket and operated by retracting and entering into the bore of the socket;
a spring loaded ejector plate is mounted in the socket, when the ball is not in the socket the spring pushes the ejector plate near the mouth of the socket thereby keeping the forked clasp retracted;
a ball and bar element located at the toe end of the mounting platform which interacts with the socket combinations in the bindings, the bar element connects the flat back of the ball to the foot platform;
a transverse slot is located at the rear of the platform that the cleat on the bindings lock into;
a longitudinal member is located on the platform that mates to the matching channel in the bindings, operating as a location guide and provides torsion support for the bindings;
the operator locks into the wing by placing heel first into the platform whereby the cleat on the rear of the bindings locks into the transverse slot, by rotating the foot down onto the platform, the longitudinal member mates into the channel of the bindings and positions the socket over the ball, the foot is then firmly pressed down on the platform, the ball moves the ejector plate into the bore, thereby releasing the spring loaded forked clasp, which extends to locks against the flat of the ball thereby locking the bindings to the wing;
the operator controls the wing by using weight shifts, ankle articulation, leg control and air resistance;
a release pulley is used to remove the operator from the wing, the operator pulls the pulley which is connected to the back of the forked clasp thereby retracting the forked clasp out of the socket and releasing the ball, the spring in the socket pushes down on the ejector plate, the operator rotates his or her foot up, forcing out the ball from the socket, causing the wing to fall out of the cleat and gently glide to the ground.
a least one portable aerodynamic wing optimized to the terminal velocity of a person in free fall;
at least one bindings or harness located on the operator;
a mounting platform located on the wing;
means for quickly mounting and dismounting the bindings or harness to the mounting platform on the wing;
a shell for supporting each of the operators foot;
a plurality of straps that mount the foot into the shell and another pair that operates as hand holds on the top of the wing;
a sole plate connected to the bottom of the shell where the sole plate has a longitudinally channel along the length of the bindings;
the bindings consist of the shell and sole plate whereby the mounting means is operably connected to the sole plate and platform;
a cleat is located at the rear of the sole plate;
a socket is located near the toe of the sole plate;
a spring loaded forked clasp is mounted in the sole plate, perpendicular to the bore of the socket and operated by retracting and entering into the bore of the socket;
a spring loaded ejector plate is mounted in the socket, when the ball is not in the socket the spring pushes the ejector plate near the mouth of the socket thereby keeping the forked clasp retracted;
a ball and bar element located at the toe end of the mounting platform which interacts with the socket combinations in the bindings, the bar element connects the flat back of the ball to the foot platform;
a transverse slot is located at the rear of the platform that the cleat on the bindings lock into;
a longitudinal member is located on the platform that mates to the matching channel in the bindings, operating as a location guide and provides torsion support for the bindings;
the operator locks into the wing by placing heel first into the platform whereby the cleat on the rear of the bindings locks into the transverse slot, by rotating the foot down onto the platform, the longitudinal member mates into the channel of the bindings and positions the socket over the ball, the foot is then firmly pressed down on the platform, the ball moves the ejector plate into the bore, thereby releasing the spring loaded forked clasp, which extends to locks against the flat of the ball thereby locking the bindings to the wing;
the operator controls the wing by using weight shifts, ankle articulation, leg control and air resistance;
a release pulley is used to remove the operator from the wing, the operator pulls the pulley which is connected to the back of the forked clasp thereby retracting the forked clasp out of the socket and releasing the ball, the spring in the socket pushes down on the ejector plate, the operator rotates his or her foot up, forcing out the ball from the socket, causing the wing to fall out of the cleat and gently glide to the ground.
Priority Applications (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA 2206239 CA2206239A1 (en) | 1997-06-10 | 1997-06-10 | Sport wing |
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| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA 2206239 CA2206239A1 (en) | 1997-06-10 | 1997-06-10 | Sport wing |
Publications (1)
| Publication Number | Publication Date |
|---|---|
| CA2206239A1 true CA2206239A1 (en) | 1998-12-10 |
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| Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA 2206239 Abandoned CA2206239A1 (en) | 1997-06-10 | 1997-06-10 | Sport wing |
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| CA (1) | CA2206239A1 (en) |
Cited By (1)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WO2003004354A1 (en) * | 2001-07-03 | 2003-01-16 | Bae Systems Plc | Large aircraft crew escape system |
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Cited By (1)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WO2003004354A1 (en) * | 2001-07-03 | 2003-01-16 | Bae Systems Plc | Large aircraft crew escape system |
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