EP0967146A1 - Unterwasserfahrzeug - Google Patents

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EP0967146A1
EP0967146A1 EP98870144A EP98870144A EP0967146A1 EP 0967146 A1 EP0967146 A1 EP 0967146A1 EP 98870144 A EP98870144 A EP 98870144A EP 98870144 A EP98870144 A EP 98870144A EP 0967146 A1 EP0967146 A1 EP 0967146A1
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63C—LAUNCHING, HAULING-OUT, OR DRY-DOCKING OF VESSELS; LIFE-SAVING IN WATER; EQUIPMENT FOR DWELLING OR WORKING UNDER WATER; MEANS FOR SALVAGING OR SEARCHING FOR UNDERWATER OBJECTS
    • B63C11/00—Equipment for dwelling or working underwater; Means for searching for underwater objects
    • B63C11/48—Means for searching for underwater objects
    • B63C11/49—Floating structures with underwater viewing devices, e.g. with windows ; Arrangements on floating structures of underwater viewing devices, e.g. on boats
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63G—OFFENSIVE OR DEFENSIVE ARRANGEMENTS ON VESSELS; MINE-LAYING; MINE-SWEEPING; SUBMARINES; AIRCRAFT CARRIERS
    • B63G8/00—Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines; Equipment specially adapted therefor
    • B63G8/14—Control of attitude or depth
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63G—OFFENSIVE OR DEFENSIVE ARRANGEMENTS ON VESSELS; MINE-LAYING; MINE-SWEEPING; SUBMARINES; AIRCRAFT CARRIERS
    • B63G8/00—Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines; Equipment specially adapted therefor
    • B63G8/14—Control of attitude or depth
    • B63G8/22—Adjustment of buoyancy by water ballasting; Emptying equipment for ballast tanks

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  • the present invention relates to a submersible nautical vehicle, essentially comprising a cabin with a removable and waterproof hood, allowing one or two people to board, and propulsion means allowing the displacement of said vehicle.
  • Document FR-A-2463049 describes a machine floating on water which is made unsinkable by means of stabilization and flotation. This vehicle is permanently disposed on the surface of the water and direct contact with the open air. It does however include a observation window immersed in water to allow a underwater vision. However, the field of vision in depth of this type of vehicle remains limited.
  • Document FR-A-2703652 describes a machine nautical completely submersible in water up to relatively large depths and which allows a easy movement both on the surface and in diving.
  • the boat described is in the form of a "open" catamaran, that is to say without a cockpit waterproof, which serves as a means of boat and displacement. In this case, only persons equipped of a wetsuit can be moved using of this kind of vehicle.
  • Document FR-A-2607101 describes an apparatus semi-submersible allowing underwater observation and including a submersible cockpit.
  • This device includes also floats which can be connected to the passenger compartment using articulated mechanical arms. The immersion of the passenger compartment will be by its own weight, which allows it to sink spontaneously into the water. The emersion will be carried out by means of a winch which acts on a cable which connects the passenger compartment to the floats. This winch is simply operated from inside the passenger compartment. It should be noted that a mechanical defect during the operation of the winch for example, could make the use of such a device risky or little reliable.
  • the present invention aims to provide a submersible nautical vehicle that does not have the disadvantages of prior art vehicles.
  • the present invention aims to offer a nautical vehicle that allows it to be used easily without the need for learning or extensive training from users.
  • the main object of the present invention is to offer a submersible nautical vehicle that has maximum safety and reliability conditions while now the production cost relatively reduced.
  • the present invention relates to a submersible water vehicle comprising a passenger compartment and ballasts, characterized in that it also includes flotation means or floats connected to said ballasts using two articulated mechanical arms and equipped with pneumatic means allowing the link between said floats and said ballasts.
  • means for recovering the air trapped in the floats is intended for the refer to ballasts, for example by use of a pump.
  • the volume of floats is identical to that of ballasts.
  • These floats are in the form of balloons having a part rigid lower part and a flexible part.
  • Means of ventilation of the nautical vehicle are also provided. These are in the form of two schnorkel tubes, the upper parts of which are integral with the floats with a connection to the open air as well as a secondary pump allowing an air intake and a CO 2 evacuation.
  • this type of vehicle allows for a dive allowing observation of underwater flora and fauna in shallow depth under safe conditions optimal.
  • Figures 1 to 5 show different views of a preferred embodiment of a vehicle nautical submersible according to the present invention.
  • the nautical vehicle designated by the general reference 1 includes a passenger compartment 2 provided with a removable cover 3 provided with a porthole 31 allowing the boat of one or more passengers when the vehicle is on the surface ( Figures 1a, 2a and 3a).
  • This window is of course made in one transparent material and has the largest area possible so as to allow observation of the environment submarine.
  • This vehicle includes, within the passenger compartment, at least two ballasts 4 and 5 which are preferably arranged on each side of it to guarantee a better mass distribution.
  • a ballast will be located at the front while the other will be located at the back.
  • the vehicle also includes at least two floats 6 and 7 fixed to the vehicle by means of two pivotable mechanical shafts 8 and 9.
  • these pivotable mechanical shafts also include a means pneumatic allowing a link between ballasts 4 and 5 and floats 6 and 7.
  • the volume of said floats 6 and 7 must be identical to that of ballasts 4 and 5 in order to allow gas exchange without causing compression or dilation. Their shape will also be appropriate so not to slow the progress of the submarine.
  • the floats are in the form of balloons with a lower rigid part in which is fitted a flexible part and which allows inflate them when the vehicle is submerged.
  • the two floats 6 and 7 are completely deflated and the mechanical shafts 8 and 9 are arranged essentially horizontally alongside the watercraft 1.
  • the air is driven from these to floats 6 and 7 by through pneumatic means, which allows inflate the two floats 6 and 7.
  • the mechanical arms 8 and 9 are arranged essentially vertically with respect to on the surface of the water, now the two floats 6 and 7 inflated on the surface.
  • schnorkel tubes which allow a link between the passenger compartment and the surface in view to allow the breathing of the passengers embarked in the nautical vehicle.
  • a first schnorkel tube is arranged in the pivotable mechanical arm in order to allow the outside air to come in using one hand current secured to the float and which therefore allows to be constantly in the open air.
  • Evacuation will take place by a second schnorkel tube placed along the second arm mechanical to the surface.
  • the suction will be carried out using suitable means (pump) which will be arranged under the seats.
  • Another alternative to provide ventilation could be achieved by taking on compressed oxygen, for example. In this case, it is necessary to plan the evacuation of CO 2 .
  • Means of propulsion of said vehicle nautical are planned, which can be mechanical or electrical. These will be adapted precisely to this nautical vehicle in order to avoid any risk of electric shock, fire, suffocation or other.
  • These propulsion means are connected to a propeller 11 and to a rudder 12 in order to allow the displacement of said nautical vehicle on the surface or underwater.
  • the different elements of the vehicle will made of composite materials which allow the molding. This combines the advantages of resistance important for a reasonable cost of realization, and furthermore, it avoids any corrosion problem.
  • the mechanical arm joints will be made in teflon, which will guarantee a long service life as well than good self-lubrication.
  • Permanent voice communication with the exterior should be provided thanks to the installation at on a loudspeaker connected to a radio.
  • ballast drain pump must be activated, allowing automatic and rapid ascent.
  • a tightness verification system must be planned before allowing a dive.

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WO2004002816A1 (en) * 2002-06-27 2004-01-08 Elyakim Schaap Seagoing vessel having submergible hull for transporting bulk cargo
WO2006086007A1 (en) * 2005-01-31 2006-08-17 Mel Calinawan Attachment to a sea scooter
WO2009154006A1 (ja) * 2008-06-20 2009-12-23 財団法人北九州産業学術推進機構 水中姿勢安定化装置及びそれを備えた潜水装置
CN108423146A (zh) * 2018-03-30 2018-08-21 浙江海洋大学 一种水下双体航行***
CN108860533A (zh) * 2018-03-30 2018-11-23 浙江海洋大学 一种水下双体航行***中的沉浮装置
CN117465639A (zh) * 2023-11-13 2024-01-30 博雅工道（北京）机器人科技有限公司 一种多功能自主无人潜航器

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DE12395C (de) * B. B. hotchkiss in Paris Torpedoboot, das mittels beweglicher Schwimmer genügend tief unter Wasser gesenkt werden kann, um gegen feindliche Kugeln geschützt zu sein
FR653282A (fr) * 1928-04-21 1929-03-19 Procédés et appareils de relèvement et de sauvetage des sous-marins
US3379157A (en) * 1966-10-14 1968-04-23 William L. Post Watercraft with submersible marine observation chamber
FR1527301A (fr) * 1967-06-12 1968-05-31 Roger Bajulaz S A Embarcation de plongée
FR2463049A1 (fr) 1979-08-07 1981-02-20 Jacques Rougerie Engin nautique flottant et insubmersible
DE3021670A1 (de) * 1980-06-10 1981-12-24 Richard Heinrich Vorrichtung mit wenigstens einer mobilen tauch- oder druckkammer fuer unterwassereinsatz
EP0165192A1 (de) 1984-05-29 1985-12-18 André Gass Halbabsinkbares Wasserfahrzeug
FR2607101A1 (fr) 1986-03-18 1988-05-27 Rache Marc Bernard Appareil semi-submersible permettant l'observation, la photographie ou/et le tournage de films de la flore et la faune sous-marine relativement proximitive de la surface, et constituant une nouvelle forme de promenade sur et sous les eaux
FR2703652A1 (fr) 1993-04-09 1994-10-14 Garcia Pascal Concept de structure et de propulsion permettant à une embarcation nautique d'alterner déplacement de surface et de plongée.

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DE12395C (de) * B. B. hotchkiss in Paris Torpedoboot, das mittels beweglicher Schwimmer genügend tief unter Wasser gesenkt werden kann, um gegen feindliche Kugeln geschützt zu sein
FR653282A (fr) * 1928-04-21 1929-03-19 Procédés et appareils de relèvement et de sauvetage des sous-marins
US3379157A (en) * 1966-10-14 1968-04-23 William L. Post Watercraft with submersible marine observation chamber
FR1527301A (fr) * 1967-06-12 1968-05-31 Roger Bajulaz S A Embarcation de plongée
FR2463049A1 (fr) 1979-08-07 1981-02-20 Jacques Rougerie Engin nautique flottant et insubmersible
DE3021670A1 (de) * 1980-06-10 1981-12-24 Richard Heinrich Vorrichtung mit wenigstens einer mobilen tauch- oder druckkammer fuer unterwassereinsatz
EP0165192A1 (de) 1984-05-29 1985-12-18 André Gass Halbabsinkbares Wasserfahrzeug
FR2607101A1 (fr) 1986-03-18 1988-05-27 Rache Marc Bernard Appareil semi-submersible permettant l'observation, la photographie ou/et le tournage de films de la flore et la faune sous-marine relativement proximitive de la surface, et constituant une nouvelle forme de promenade sur et sous les eaux
FR2703652A1 (fr) 1993-04-09 1994-10-14 Garcia Pascal Concept de structure et de propulsion permettant à une embarcation nautique d'alterner déplacement de surface et de plongée.

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* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
WO2004002816A1 (en) * 2002-06-27 2004-01-08 Elyakim Schaap Seagoing vessel having submergible hull for transporting bulk cargo
WO2006086007A1 (en) * 2005-01-31 2006-08-17 Mel Calinawan Attachment to a sea scooter
WO2009154006A1 (ja) * 2008-06-20 2009-12-23 財団法人北九州産業学術推進機構 水中姿勢安定化装置及びそれを備えた潜水装置
CN102066191B (zh) * 2008-06-20 2014-02-19 公益财团法人北九州产业学术推进机构 水中姿势稳定化装置及具有该装置的潜水装置
US8683938B2 (en) 2008-06-20 2014-04-01 Kitakyushu Foundation For The Advancement Of Industry, Science And Technology Underwater posture stabilization system and diving apparatus equipped with the same
CN108423146A (zh) * 2018-03-30 2018-08-21 浙江海洋大学 一种水下双体航行***
CN108860533A (zh) * 2018-03-30 2018-11-23 浙江海洋大学 一种水下双体航行***中的沉浮装置
CN117465639A (zh) * 2023-11-13 2024-01-30 博雅工道（北京）机器人科技有限公司 一种多功能自主无人潜航器

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