Patent · US Expired

Powered trailer to propel a two wheeled vehicle

US6725955B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 18, 2001
Grant dateApr 27, 2004
Priority date
Expiry dateMay 27, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62K27/003
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A two wheeled trailer is used to propel a two wheeled vehicle such as a bicycle or a scooter. The trailer is powered by an electric motor and at least one battery. The control of the motor is through a potentiometer attached to the handlebars of the vehicle and in electrical communication with a controller. The trailer is attached to the vehicle by an attachment arm that is mounted near the rear axle of the vehicle. A coupler that allows three axes of rotation attaches the trailer to the vehicle.

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