Cycle transmission exhibiting low steering interference effects

摘要

A novel transmission for cycles that significantly reduces torque interference with steering operations is provided. Such a transmission allows for improved recumbent cycling capabilities. The inventive device thus includes a combination of a fixed transmission assembly that reduces torque levels and a movable transmission assembly that multiplies torque levels, allowing for the avoidance of high torque effects through the vehicle's steering axis. As such, the capability of the overall cycle device to steer properly and to a rather wide angle from center while implementing such a torque transfer protocol allows for a unique recumbent cycle configuration. Such a device, then, may be utilized for a human-powered cycle vehicle or one that further includes an electrical component to allow for automated drive capabilities through a rear wheel or wheels, as well. The method of implementation of such a transmission within a variety of cycle devices is also encompassed within this invention.

主权项

1. A vehicle comprising a frame, a vehicle transmission, a manual pedal assembly, and a steering component exhibiting a steering axis, wherein said vehicle transmission comprises a fixed transmission assembly component that exhibits torque reduction and a subsequent movable transmission assembly component that exhibits torque multiplication, wherein said fixed transmission assembly component is attached to said frame and said movable transmission assembly component is rotatable about said steering axis, wherein said vehicle transmission comprises both direct and overdrive capacities, and wherein said fixed and movable components comprise a single power transmission path.