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    • 专利摘要:
    The present invention relates to a scale model course (1), designed to simulate real-world conditions with a high degree of realism. The scale model course (1) includes a course (2) comprised of an upper course section (8) on which at least one model (3) is designed to travel on its topside (10) and at least one second lower course section (11) which together form an intermediate space (15) in which at least one radio-controlled drive unit (4) is designed to operate. The drive unit (4) is via at least one magnetic coupler (5) linked with a model (3) on the topside (10) of the upper course section (8) allowing the model's (3) movement of the upper course section (8) to be controlled by the drive unit's (4) movement on the lower course section (11). The present scale model course's unique feature is that the coupler (5) includes at least one first coupling body (47) and at least one second coupling body (48), whose first coupling body (47) is comprised of at least one first magnetic trolley (49) which is connected with at least one arm (42) to the drive unit (4) and whose second coupling body (48) includes at least one magnetic body (59) which is intended to slide on the surface of the topside (10) of the upper course section (8), whose coupling body is attached to the model via a flexible elongated connection part (44) in essentially a vertical direction.
    公开号:SE1000763A1
    申请号:SE1000763
    申请日:2010-07-13
    公开日:2012-01-14
    发明作者:Torgny Lundmark
    申请人:Torgny Lundmark；
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    专利说明:

    tire grip conditions such as provoking cords and also lifting the same.
    Radio-controlled vehicles have been developed in a large number of variants and designs. One problem with radio-controlled vehicles is being able to mimic the driving characteristics of full-scale cars, especially on a smaller scale. Acceleration, deceleration, compliance, suspension and tire grip are not at all adapted to the car's scales. This means that there is no realistic connection between natural-scale cars and model cars.
    Similar problems exist with small-scale ship models. Imitating a ship's natural performance on a small scale is impossible because the technology does not fit and the mass inertia cannot be imitated with existing technical solutions. This means that it is difficult to mimic the inertia of acceleration and deceleration on a scale.
    An additional problem with radio-controlled models is that they are controlled by a transmitter that emits radio radiation. Today, there is concern about the harmful effects of transmitters, which is why the transmitter effect should be kept as low as possible.
    Known technology Track-bound car lanes are already known in a large number of variants and designs.
    For example, the company Scalextric released a variant of a track-bound car track in 1957. The company Scalextric has since developed and markets (and markets) a large number of variants of car tracks. It is also already known to drive radio-controlled cars on different types of race tracks where certain tracks can mimic real tracks. Ordinary radio-controlled cars, however, especially at smaller scales, do not have a corresponding degree of realism in the model's characteristics regarding speeds, road holding and the like.
    A number of paths which comprise an upper plane on which a model is driven and a lower plane on which a drive unit is driven are already known. Patent specification DE3 529097 describes a variant of a car track which comprises a model which is driven on an upper plane and which is attracted via a magnetic action to a drive unit which is driven on a lower plane.
    The construction comprises a magnetic carriage which runs on the underside of the upper plane.
    The arm of the magnetic carriage is connected to a drive unit which is driven on a rail or the like. The magnetic carriage is directly affected by a compression spring that is not exchanged, leading to a restriction of the magnetic carriage's movement in the vertical direction. The construction differs to a large extent from the construction according to the present invention. Furthermore, the construction has a low degree of realism.
    Patent specification DE1703655 describes a variant of a car track which comprises a model which is driven on an upper plane which is connected via a magnetic coupling device to a drive unit which is driven on a lower plane. The construction comprises a fixed arrangement of magnets which slide on the upper plane. The components for magnetic action are radially stored packages of magnetic posts with the same arrangement in the model and drive unit for rotation of the model. The construction differs to a large extent from the construction according to the present invention. Furthermore, the construction has a low degree of realism.
    Patent specification DE1603507 describes a variant of a car track which comprises a model which is driven on an upper plane and which is attracted via a magnetic device to a drive unit which is driven on a lower plane. The magnet of the model maintains a constant distance to the surface of the upper plane. The construction differs to a large extent from the construction according to the present invention. Furthermore, the construction has a low degree of realism.
    Patent specification DE2704673 describes a variant of a car track. The car track comprises a model which is driven on an upper plane and which is connected via a magnetic coupling device to a drive unit which is driven on a lower plane. The construction includes a function with which the angle of the front wheels in relation to the direction of travel of the model is affected by the underlying drive unit. The construction differs to a large extent from the construction according to the present invention. For example, the magnetic coupling member in the model does not slide on the surface of the upper plane. Through construction, the wheels are loaded by the cohesive force between the magnets, causing "stick ~ sleep" effects to occur. The car track has a low degree of realism. The patent specification DE3 14731 5 also describes a variant of a car track. The construction differs to a large extent from that of the examined construction. For example, the magnetic coupling member in the model does not slide on the surface of the upper plane, but the wheels on the model are loaded.
    Through the construction, a low degree of realism is achieved.
    U.S. Pat. No. 5,514,1490, by the applicant company Konami, describes a variant of the model web which comprises an upper first plane on which a model is driven and a lower plane on which a drive unit is driven. The model and the drive unit are connected via magnets.
    The movement of the model is controlled by the movement of the drive unit. The construction differs to a large extent from that of the examined construction. For example, the drive unit of the structure is track-bound in relation to the lower plane. The magnetic carriage is not, as in the present invention, rotatably arranged relative to a vertical axis, which means that only varying plane-parallel distances between the upper and the lower plane can be compensated with the construction.
    The construction further has the disadvantage that the wheels of the model are loaded by the cohesive force between the magnets. The model lacks a control function. Furthermore, the driver's head does not tilt in a natural way in the curves. The model also lacks scalable grip.
    A variant of a car track which strives to mimic streets and buildings in a realistic manner is described in patent patents US5865661 and US6102770. The patents describe a variant of a model track which strives to realistically imitate an urban environment. The car track includes an upper floor on which models are intended to be driven.
    The constructions further comprise a drive unit which is driven on a lower plane.
    The constructions assume that the spacing between the upper plane and the lower plane is constant. The model and the drive unit are connected via magnets. The constructions have the disadvantage that the wheels of the model are loaded by the cohesive force between the magnets.
    The constructions otherwise differ to a large extent from the present model web.
    For example, the model lacks a function where the model's steering wheel turns in curves. Furthermore, the driver's head does not tilt in a natural way in connection with cornering. The model also lacks an adjustable scalable tire grip with associated indicator, which can be reset in the depot by a hidden mechanism for moving model med gur with tools.
    Brief Description of the Objects of the Present Invention The main object of the present invention is to significantly reduce the above-mentioned disadvantages and create a model path which has a high degree of realism. This is achieved by means of a model web in accordance with the core drawing parts of the claims.
    Disclosure of the Invention The invention will be described in detail in the following with reference to the accompanying drawings which, by way of example, show the presently preferred embodiments of the invention.
    Figure 1A schematically shows an example of a model web in accordance with the present invention seen from above.
    Figure 1B schematically shows two cross-sections of the model web according to Figure 1A.
    Figure 2 shows parts of a cross section of the web in Figure 1A in more detail.
    Figure 3 shows an example of a model in the form of an Fl car.
    Figure 4A shows a model which is connected to a drive unit via a magnetic coupling means.
    Figures 4B and 4C show examples of drive modules.
    Figure 5 shows schematically the principle of a possible brake for the drive unit.
    Figures 6A - 6C show a first embodiment of the magnetic coupling device.
    Figures 7A and 7B show an alternative embodiment of the connecting part.
    Figure 8 shows the control device of the model in more detail.
    Figures 9A - 9C show the function for tilting the driver's head when turning.
    Figure 10 shows the control unit connected to the model track.
    Figures 11A and 11B show devices for adjusting the model's tire grip.
    Figure 11C schematically shows the theory of scalable tire grip.
    Figure 12 shows an example of a test jig for tire grip.
    Figures 13A and 13B show an example of a cord indicator.
    Figure 14 schematically shows depots for resetting the cord indicator.
    Figures 15A and 15B show alternative designs of the model web.
    Figure 16 shows an alternative model in the front of a boat.
    Referring to the ur gures, a model web 1 in accordance with the present invention is shown schematically. The model track 1 is preferably a car track. In alternative embodiments, the model track 1 may be any other type of model track 1 such as, for example, a road racing track for motorcycles, a racetrack for horses, a go-kart track, a water track for boats and ships, or any other type of track where a high degree of realism in the models movement is sought.
    The model track 1 comprises at least one track 2, at least one model vehicle (model) 3, at least one drive unit 4, at least one magnetic coupling device 5 which connects the model 3 and drive unit 4, and at least one control unit 6 which transmits control information to the drive unit 4.
    The size and design of the web 2 can vary greatly within the scope of the present invention. Furthermore, the number of models 3, the number of drive units 4 and the number of control units 6 can vary greatly within the scope of the present invention. The model web can be placed on or include a supporting surface 7. A supporting surface consists, for example, of one or fl your tables, benches or the like or even directly on a floor surface or other type of surface that can support the model web.
    In alternative embodiments of the model web 1, it is conceivable that the web 2, in order to take up less space when not in use, is made foldable against a wall or the like in accordance with Figure 15B.
    The web 2 comprises at least one upper band 8 comprising at least one upper plane 9 constituting the upper side 10 of the upper band part 8. The web 2 further comprises at least one lower band 11 which comprises at least one lower plane 12 constituting the upper side 13 of the lower band part 11. The upper belt part 8 is located in the vertical direction above the lower belt part 11. Between the underside 14 of the upper belt part 8 and the upper side 13 of the lower belt part an intermediate space 15 is formed in which one or more drive units 4 are intended to be advanced. The intermediate space 15 is created in that the upper belt part 8 and the lower belt part 11 are positioned at a certain mutual distance from each other with one or more spacers 16 or the like. The vertical height (length) of the spacers can be fixed.
    Preferably, however, the vertical height of the spacers is adjustably arranged. The height adjustment can be done step by step or steplessly. The mutual distance and angle between the underside 14 of the upper belt part 8 and the upper side 13 of the lower belt part 11 can be substantially constant or vary over the extent of the web.
    The upper band portion 8 and the lower band portion 11 are preferably made of at least one layer (material layer) of a sheet-shaped material. Preferably, the upper strip portion 8 and the lower strip portion 11 comprise two or two layers of material of a sheet-shaped material. The material in each material layer can vary to a large extent within the scope of the present invention. For example, the material in each material layer may consist of a cellulose-based material, a polymeric material or other material suitable for the purpose.
    The material in each material layer can also consist of or a combination of different types of material. However, the material layer (s) in the upper plane cannot consist of a material that is attracted to a magnet. If the disc-shaped material layers consist of spliced material layers, the joints in the respective material layers are preferably folded over (see Figure 6C).
    The upper side 10 of the upper belt part 8 forms an upper plane 9 on which the model 3 is intended to be advanced. The upper plane 9 is in the exemplary embodiment, of the present model track 1, designed to mimic a car track. In order to realistically imitate a car track, the surface of the upper belt section should preferably not emit reflections or reflections. In order to prevent reflections and reflections from occurring in the surface of the upper strip part, the surface of the upper strip part can, for example, be coated with a matt color or the like. The car track is designed to mimic real conditions and real-life parts and objects. For example, the car lane may include one or kör your lanes 17, at least one depot 18 with staff, one or fl your departure zones 19, one or fl your stands with an audience and fl your other types of lanes that seek to imitate real objects or conditions. The design of the track 2 can in alternative embodiments, for example, imitate one of the larger racing tracks in Formula 1, Nascar, Indy Car or other racing forms and series. In alternative embodiments, the design of the track does not have to be reality-based but can be designed according to one's own preferences and adapted to the space available for the track.
    The design of the model 3 can vary to a large extent within the scope of the present invention, the model 3 shown in the figures is therefore not limiting for the possible embodiments of the model 3. The movements of the model 3 are controlled, by the magnetic interconnection via the coupling device 5 with the drive unit 4, by the movements of the drive unit 4. Model 3 preferably does not include its own engine for propelling model 3. Because model 3 preferably lacks its own engine and transmission, the possibility of making model 3 realistic even on smaller scales such as preferably in scale 1:43 or any other smaller scale suitable for the purpose increases. . Referring to Figure 3, an example of a model 3 in the foreground of a car model 20. The car model 20 is constituted in the exemplary embodiment of an F1 car. If the model 3 consists of a car model, the model may preferably comprise a body 21, a first front wheel 22 and a second front wheel 23, a first rear wheel 24 and a second rear wheel 25 and a driver 26. (The model will be described in more detail). The car model can also consist of a car with a covered body.
    Referring to Figures 4A-4C, an exemplary embodiment of the drive unit 4 is shown.
    The design of the drive unit 4 may vary within the scope of the present invention.
    The drive unit 4 is intended to be placed and advanced on the surface of the upper side 13 of the lower belt part 11. The drive unit 4 may consist of one unit (module) or be built up of (consist of) two or fl your units, modules, sections or the like. The drive unit 4 shown in Figure 4 is not limiting of the scope of protection of a drive unit in accordance with the present invention. The drive unit shown in the diagrams comprises at least one rear module 27 and at least one front module 28. In an alternative embodiment, it is conceivable to have at least one lower module and at least one upper module, respectively. The drive unit 4 has a substantially larger mass than the model 3. The drive unit 4 shown in the figures has, for example, approximately 20 times greater mass than the model 3.
    The drive unit 4 comprises at least one drive motor 29 which drives at least one drive wheel 31 via at least one gear 30. If the drive unit 4 comprises a drive wheel 31, this is preferably centrally located in the transverse direction of the drive unit 4, whereby the forward / reverse drive force of the drive unit starts from a single point. Because the drive wheel 3l is centrally located, the technical effect is achieved that no differential is needed. The drive unit further comprises at least one first free-rolling wheel 32 and at least one second free-rolling wheel 33. The drive unit further comprises at least one guide wheel 34 which can rotate about a substantially vertical axis 35. With the guide wheel 34 the direction of travel of the guide unit 4 can be changed. The steering wheel preferably consists of a pivot wheel for models of Fl-cars, Go-cart and the like.
    The drive unit 4 further comprises at least one receiver 36 with which control information is received from the control unit 6. The transmission of control information preferably takes place wirelessly from the control unit 6 to the receiver 36. The received control information controls the speed and direction of the drive unit 4.
    The speed is controlled by the rotational speed of the drive wheel 31, which in turn depends on the speed of the drive motor 29 and the gear ratio of the gear 30. The speed of the drive motor 23 is regulated by at least one electronic speed control 120 or the like. The direction of the model 3 is controlled via the angle (steering angle) V of the steering wheel 34 in relation to the longitudinal direction (and transverse direction) of the drive unit 4. The change of the steering angle of the steering wheel 34 takes place with at least one servo or the like. Preferably, the steering wheel is directly connected to the output shaft of the servo. The specified servos may consist of a previously known servo that is subject to compulsory learning for the purpose. For example, the servo can consist of a servo, which consists of a servo with the designation Pico 5.4.
    The drive motor 29 is preferably an electric motor which is driven by electrical energy stored in at least one accumulator. The relatively larger size of the drive unit 4 than the model's size means that more space is available for rechargeable accumulators in the drive unit 4 than would be the case in model 3. This entails a significantly longer running time than if the drive motor, gearbox and accumulators were integrated in model 3. Electric motor 29 consists of a purpose-built construction, already known in the future or developed in the future, electric motor which is suitable for the purpose. For example, the electric motor, in a model in scale 1:43, can consist of an electric motor, with an output in the range 0.3 - 2.5 W. The power of the motor is adapted to the current scale, the type of model and the size of the rotating mass. The electric motor 29 is preferably connected via a centrifugal coupling 37, for example of the model 34-CK2, to the gear unit 30 with pivot mass.
    The construction further also includes one or more flywheels (flywheel mass) with which the model has an acceleration (starting inertia) and a deceleration inertia, respectively. The motor can be made quickly replaceable in the drive unit. The amount of flywheel can be varied by connecting, or removing, one or two smaller flywheels as required. The structure may also include a sound generator 124 or the like for transmitting substantially authentic sound or created engine sound.
    The drive unit 4 further comprises a braking function. Because the drive unit 4 and the model 3 are connected to the magnetic coupling device 5, the model 3 is also braked when braking the drive unit 4. The braking function can be achieved in a number of different ways and with a number of different technical solutions. Figure 5 shows an exemplary embodiment of the brake unit 38 included in the drive unit 4. In the preferred embodiment, the brake unit 38 consists of a variant of a disc brake 39. The disc brake 39 comprises at least one brake disc 40. The brake disc 40 may be a separate brake disc or shown in figure 5 alternatively, the brake disc and the drive wheel can form an integrated unit. If the brake disc is integrated in the drive wheel, the drive wheel consists of a material suitable for the purpose, such as brass. The braking function is achieved by maneuvering at least one brake pad (brake shoe) 41 or similar against the brake disc 40, alternatively against the pivot mass, with an adjustable force. The adjustable force means that the braking effect can be regulated. Preferably, the brake pad 41 is connected to an operating arm (lever) 42 which at its one end is mounted and rotatably arranged around a center of rotation (point of rotation) 43. The lever 42 is connected at its other end to a servo 44 via a connecting part 45. For example, the servo may be a servo called Dymon D-47. Preferably, the connecting part 45 consists of at least one tension spring 46 which is preferably exchangeably arranged. Because the tension spring 46 is interchangeably arranged, the function and characteristics of the brake can be adjusted by selecting tension springs 46 with different characteristics. Note that Figure 5 only shows the principle of the braking function. The braking pressure from the geared maneuvering gear unit should preferably act on a suitable part of the peripheral radius of the pivot mass of the drive unit at a relatively large gear ratio between the motor and the drive wheel.
    A scalable acceleration is achieved by the fact that the engine and torque can be adapted to the scalable acceleration and deceleration characteristics of each model.
    Referring to Figures 6A-6C, the input magnetic coupling device 5 is shown in more detail. The magnetic coupling device 5 comprises at least one first coupling means 47 and at least one second coupling means 48. The first coupling means 47 and the second coupling means 48 are arranged to be temporarily coupled by the magnetic attraction force between at least one first magnet in the first coupling means 47 and at least one second magnet. in the second coupling means 48. The first coupling means 47 is intended to be placed on the underside 10 of the upper belt part 8 and the second coupling means 48 is intended to be placed on the upper side 14 of the upper belt part 8.
    The first coupling member 47 in the exemplary embodiment of the present invention is constituted by a magnetic carriage 49 which comprises at least one magnetic body 50. The magnetic carriage 49 is hingedly connected to one end of a spring-loaded arm 51. The other end of the capercaillie-loaded arm 51 is rotatable (foldable , articulated) attached to the drive unit 4. The spring-loaded arm 51 can move to a large extent in the vertical direction. If the model and the track are of the scale 1:43, the arm 51 can, for example, move up to 240 (50 - 120 mm, the drive unit 4 is in this case 50 mm high) percent of the height of the drive unit 4 in the vertical direction with a nearly constant lifting force.
    The magnetic carriage 49 is preferably articulated via at least one coupling point 52 in the x-, y- and z-direction in relation to the capercaillie-loaded arm 51. The magnetic carriage 49 comprises at least a first pair of wheels 53 and a second pair of wheels 54. The first pair of wheels 53 is rotatable ( 60 degrees) arranged around a common axis (center of rotation is preferably magnetic axis) 55 in the magnetic carriage. The respective wheels 56 and 57 in the second pair of wheels 54 consist of pivot wheels, i.e. are individually rotatable about a vertical axis, which require a very small force for change of direction. The coupling point 52 may for instance be constituted by a coupling pin (conductor pin) 111 which is mounted arranged in at least one hole 112. The hole 112 is preferably of an oval shape which allows the coupling pin III to move in the oval hole 12 at angular changes of the arm 51 relative to the magnetic carriage 49. The coupling point 52 is preferably located at a distance from the common axis of the first pair of wheels.
    The connection point 52 can also be constituted by another construction suitable for the purpose.
    (At the minimum distance between the lower and the upper plane, both wheels in the pair of wheels can adjust the inclination in the range 0 - 5 degrees in all directions in relation to the lower plane. At the maximum distance between the upper and lower plane, said degree number can amount to 0 - 20 degrees in all directions, also here in relation to the lower plane.) The second coupling member 48 is preferably a variant of a sliding coupling 58.
    In the preferred embodiment, the sliding coupling 58 comprises at least one magnetic body 59 which slides on the surface of the upper side 10 of the upper band portion 8. The coupling member 48 also comprises at least one connecting part 60 with which the magnetic body 59 is connected to the model 3. The magnetic body 59 is preferably a neodymium magnet.
    Alternatively, other types of magnets suitable for the purpose may be used. The relatively smooth and hard surface of the sliding magnetic body 59 slides over contact points (oj blanks) in the surface of the upper side 10. The abutment surface of the magnetic body 59, between the magnetic body 59 and the surface of the upper part 10 of the upper band part 8, must be of a size which means that any irregularities in the surface of the top of the web do not significantly affect the magnetic body.
    This relatively constant real contact area provides a stable resistance without a stick-sleep phenomenon at a reasonably correct balancing force (attractive force) between the magnetic bodies 50 and 59. When the magnetic carriage starts, this stability is maintained even with the small displacement between the bodies 50 and 59 (lag The surface of the connecting part is affected by the power balance which eliminates the risk of “stick-sleep” effect from joints and the like in the track Yïa-) Connecting part 60 can consist of a number of different constructions. In preferred embodiments, the connector 60 should not substantially affect the model 3 with any downward force. In a preferred embodiment, the model 3 is not affected by any downward force from the connecting part 60. To enable this, the connecting part 60 consists of an exable material such as a relatively narrow tongue 61 or the like. The tongue 61 may, for example, be made of a cellulosic material such as some type of paper or the like.
    The tongue 61 can also be made of another type of flexhibible material such as celluloid or other flexhibible material suitable for the purpose. The magnetic body 59 may be connected to the connecting part 60 with at least one magnetic body 113.
    When the drive unit 4 moves on the lower plane, the magnetic carriage 49 abuts against the underside of the upper plane. The magnetic carriage 49 comprises at least one first magnetic body which is moved by the magnetic carriage towards the lower side of the upper plane. In alternative embodiments, the magnet carriage 49 may include at least one bracket for at least a second magnet. In some embodiments, the magnetic carriage also includes at least a third magnetic body and possibly additional magnetic bodies.
    In alternative embodiments of the present invention using existing prefabricated model vehicles (as modified) on the market, the tongue 61 may be comprised of, or comprise, a metal material connected to the vehicle. The tongue 61 is preferably of a prestressed type used for relieving (lifting) the weight of the model.
    Referring to Figures 7A and 7B, an example of an alternative embodiment of the second coupling means 48 is shown. In the embodiment, the magnetic body 60 is partially enclosed and movably disposed in a cavity 62 located in a guide housing 63 in the front part of the model chassis. The coupling means 48 in accordance with this embodiment is preferably intended to be used for car models provided with reverse function. The cavity 62 may, for example, be round or oval or of another shape suitable for the purpose. The cavity 62 is preferably grooved and rotatably arranged relative to the vehicle chassis.
    The propulsion and steering of the model 3 takes place when the sliding coupling with the details 64 - 67 by magnetic attraction from the drive unit affects the cavity of the guide housing 63 in the middle and thus its angular insertion. The handlebar rod 68 provides parallelism between the wheelhouse and the deck.
    When driving forward with the vehicle, the magnetic body is placed in the front position (position) 69. When reversing with the vehicle, the magnetic body is placed in the rear position (position) 70. When changing the direction of travel between forward and backward and vice versa, the magnetic carriage is rotated 49 preferably about half a turn.
    The model 3 comprises a steering function which causes the angle of the front wheels 22 and 23 in relation to the direction of travel to change in a credible manner when the model 3, by the influence of the drive unit 4 via the coupling device 5, changes direction. The function can be achieved, for example, 13 with a front carriage construction in accordance with that shown in Figure 8. The upper figure shows a section through the wheel center of the model's front carriage from above. In the lower figure, the section is made through the wheel center of the model's front trailer from the front. The steering function is achieved by a pivot action inside the front wheels 22 and 23. The pivot shaft 114 is located in front of the wheel axle. This causes the wheels 22 and 23 on the model 3 to pivot when the drive unit 4 pivots. The actuated brake caliper 71 is mounted vertically in the front link arms 72 and 73 with at least one axle 74.
    This bearing has its center of rotation 75 located inside the inside 76 of the tires (preferably in its center) and slightly in front of the center of the tires. The front tires 22 and 23 rotate and adapt directly parallel to the direction of movement of the sliding coupling 59 by pivot action.
    The details 77 and 78 form a guide rod and a movable link arm, respectively, in the embodiment shown in the figures and are axed on their steel tips 79 between the magnetic bodies 80 and 121.
    The mobility of the link bars 78 (alternatively the handlebar) contributes to the masking of the pivot function in the front tires. Alternatively, the steel tips 78 and the magnetic bodies 80 and 121 may preferably be replaced by hooking the guide rod 77 and the movable link arm 78 in position.
    The guide rod and the movable learning arm can in alternative embodiments be connected to each other with another hinge construction suitable for the purpose.
    Referring to Figures 9A and 9B, it is also shown how the present invention includes a function that causes the driver's head 81, or upper body portion, to tilt in connection with turning. Tilting of the head 26 of the driver 26 when turning is achieved in that the magnetic carriage 49 comprises a second magnet 82 which upon turning acts on a magnetic body (for example in the form of a neodymium magnet) 83 under the head 81 of the driver 26 to tilt laterally.
    When turning, the steering wheel 34, in the form of a pivot wheel, is preferably actuated proportionally in relation to the steering angle. The distance between the vertical center of rotation 84 of the pivot wheel in its entirety (may be the output shaft of the servo) and the center of rotation 85 of the wheel causes the center of rotation of the guide wheel (pivot wheel) 84 to displace the center of the drive carriage and balance arm coupling pin 111 relative to the magnet carriage 49. The change of direction takes place as previously mentioned for the magnetic carriage around the magnetic bodies 50 and 59, respectively, which means that the magnetic body 82 on the yoke 86 pivots out from the center of the drive carriage. Figures 9A and 9B show how the driver 81's head 81 is balanced on an edge 87 in a groove 88 at the neck portion. The head (alternatively the upper body) is provided with at least one balance weight which preferably comprises at least one magnetic body 83.
    The magnetic body (balance weight) 83 is controlled by the magnetic attraction of the magnetic body 82 pivoting on the magnetic carriage. When the control knob on the control unit 14 transmits information to the drive unit that the steering wheel 34 should be turned to the right and to the left, the driver's head tilts proportionally to the control. The construction also means that the driver 26's head 81 is caused to tilt even if the model 3 is stationary.
    The function of having the driver's head tilted when cornering can be achieved in alternative embodiments in other ways suitable for the purpose.
    With the present invention, the creep driving characteristics and acceleration characteristics of the drive unit 4 (indirectly the model) can be adapted to mimic scalable conditions for the model used. The adaptation of creep driving and acceleration characteristics can take place by the interaction of centrifugal coupling 37 with the mass inertia of the mass (linear) mass of the transmission system and the model in combination with light braking against the rotating mass. A stepless speed control and near natural scale acceleration is obtained when a suitable electric motor is combined with at least one rotating mass and the linearly moving mass in the drive unit. The electric motor and the rotating mass of the transmission system (flywheel) are preferably interchangeable units. The drive unit 4 can, through the construction, also recreate an illusion of the mass inertia of reality for the model.
    The control unit 6 can be of a previously known control unit 6 suitable for the purpose.
    The control unit 6 comprises at least one transmitter 89 which transmits control information to at least one receiver 36 with a stable power supply from the accumulator in order to avoid radio disturbances occurring (such as, for example, in the case of power supply via trailing contacts). In an alternative embodiment, shown in Figure 10, the transmitter antenna 91 may be connected with a conductor 92 to a layer of metal foil 93, such as aluminum foil, or the like placed in the lower band portion 13. In alternative embodiments, it is conceivable that the metal foil 93 is of a network or the like. With the design, a constant maintenance of the distance between transmitter and receiver can be obtained. The construction further means that the transmitter power can be limited to a large extent in relation to known types of radio-controlled vehicles.
    Referring again to Figure 2, a cross-section shows how properties on the surface of the upper side 10 of the upper belt part 8 can be simulated. The simulation of the properties on the surface of the top 10 can be achieved by different surfaces on the top of the lower band part which are provided with different properties and iron unity (structures). Because the diameter of the guide wheel 34 is relatively small, different properties and smoothness in the surface of the lower belt part will directly affect the conditions for the propulsion of the control unit and the model. Through the construction, the different properties of different straps can be realistically imitated. If the surface 15 of the upper belt part (in terms of appearance) consists of a lane 17, the surface on the upper side of the lower belt part, on which the drive unit is advanced, consists of a smooth surface. If the surface of the upper belt part is grass 19 in appearance, the surface on the upper side of the lower belt part can be a roughened surface.
    If the surface of the upper track is made up of gravel, ie where the car is "out of race", the surface of the lower track is designed with a structure that makes it difficult, or not at all, to drive the drive.
    Examples of embodiments which comprise a device for adjusting the tire grip of the rear wheels and a cord indicator.
    In the embodiments as a car track, the present invention seeks to mimic the road grip that a racing car, such as a Formula 1 car, has in reality. This means that the grip that prevails when cornering for a full-scale formal 1 car needs to be transferred (adapted) to the scale level.
    Figures 11A and 11B show an example of a device (construction) with which the scalable tire grip of model 3 rear tires 24 and 25 can be adjusted. An adjustment function for the tire grip can be achieved, for example, by the model 3 comprising at least one pivot wheel 94, which substantially absorbs the weight from the model rear trailer 95. The pivot wheel 94 comprises a bearing such as a miniature ball bearing. The bearing means that the pivot wheel 94 has a very low rolling friction.
    The rear wheels 24 and 25 only take up a small part of the weight from the model's rear trailer 95.
    Preferably, the rear wheels 24 and 25 take up only a fraction of the weight of the model rear trailer 95. The relative distribution between the weight carried by the pivot wheel 94 and the rear wheels 24 and 25 can be adjusted via an adjusting device 96. The adjusting device 96 is in the exemplary embodiment shown in Figures 10A and 10B of at least one double-tongue leaf spring 97, alternatively at least one single-tongue leaf spring, which at one end 98 is fixed in the chassis of the vehicle and at the other end 99 is connected to, and supports, the wheel axle 100 with the rear wheels 24 and 25. The vertical position of the wheel shaft 100 can be adjusted by adjusting the position of the leaf spring 97 in the vertical direction. The adjustment of the position of the leaf spring 97 can take place, for example, by means of an adjusting screw 101 or other adjusting means for the purpose. When turning the adjusting screw 101 in one direction, the position of the wheel axle 100 is raised, relative to the upper side of the upper belt part, and when turning the adjusting screw 101 in the other direction, the position of the wheel shaft 100 is lowered, relative to the upper side of the upper belt part.
    The minimum tire grip consists of the roller friction of the steering wheel (pivot wheel), when the rear wheels do not reach 16 to the ground. With a downward adjustment of the wheel axle, with the rear wheels 24 and 25, the tire grip increases via the sliding friction of the rear wheels (sideways). The total lateral tire grip at the vertical line of the rear axle of the model is a combination of said rolling resistance and the frictional resistance from the pressure of the model tires against the track surface 10.
    In order for the value of the tire grip for the rear wheels 24 and 25 to be equal for each model 3 used, the value of each model 3 for the tire grip can be calibrated in some form of test jig 102. An example of a possible test jig 102 is shown in Figure 12. The degree of slope value corresponds to the full-scale tire grip divided by the model scale (1143).
    In alternative embodiments of the present invention, the model 3 includes an indicator 104 which indicates (shows) whether the model has been driven at too high a scale speed in a curve or at another type of turn. Figure 13 shows an exemplary embodiment of the present indicator 104. In a first embodiment of the indicator it consists of an indicator part 105 which is mounted and rotatably arranged around a center of rotation 106. The rotation of the indicator part 105 takes place around a substantially vertical center of rotation located in the axial of the vehicle. center line. The indicator part 105 comprises at least a first part 107 of a material which is attracted by a magnet. At least one material layer 108, of a material which is preferably not attracted by magnet, is connected to the first part 107. At least one magnetic body is connected to the model's chassis on each side of the vehicle's center line. The structure further comprises at least a first magnetic body 109 and at least a second magnetic body 110 which are connected to the model chassis on each side of the longitudinal centerline of the vehicle.
    When using the cord indicator 104, the non-magnetic material 108 in part 107 drags along the path. At too high a scale speed in curve, the rear part of the model releases the grip on the surface of the top of the web much more easily than the trailing segment with the accompanying angular displacement between the model 3 and the material part 108 of the indicator part. When the angle change is large enough, the magnetizable narrower part the magnetic bodies 109 and 110. The protruding portion of the indicator portion 105 remains in the indicating position until a reset of the indicator 104 occurs. A reset of the indicator can take place, for example, when model 3 is run into the depot where the indicator is reset. Figure 14 illustrates magnets 114 inside depot figures 115 which are attracted and moved by hidden guide disk 116 with its magnets. Depot 115 gures 115 lifts / fixes the model's rear trailer through wedge action. The strong magnet 119 of the guide plate attracts the rear wider 17 portion of the indicator part 107 to the neutral position and reset of the indicator 104. The function and mechanics of the guide plate 116 must be designed so that the magnet 119 has an increased distance to the underside 14 when lifting the model rear trailer. The sensitivity of the indicator can also be calibrated on a special plate with grading and connection point for the model.
    To create an understanding of the conditions that prevail for creating a scalable tire grip, the following is presented and in Figures 11A - 11C. For a translation of the prevailing laws for the rear tire grip when cornering in a non-dosed curve with a real F1 car to the equivalent of the model car's rear tire grip, the ratio 1 divided by the scale applies. At a scale of 1:43, a division of 43 takes place. The parameters apply to tire grip (coefficient of friction between tire and asphalt) - speed and curve radius. This ratio can be simulated by balancing torque forces in accordance with Figure 11C. V1 = total weight of the model, V2 = weight of the model's rear tire, V3 = weight of the model's front tire, V4 = weight of muzzle, E2 = dimensions of the model center of gravity Tp without rear tire, P1 = pressure of pivot wheels, v = speed m / sec, R = curve radius, El = model Tp horizontal from coupling point, X = dimension from coupling point to pivot wheel, Y = dimension from coupling point to center rear tire, Qu = friction coefficient fi cient plastic tire / track surface, C = centrifugal force, P2 and P3 = pressure on rear tire, P4 and P5 = pressure on front tire, Ru = rolling resistance from rear tire vertically, Md = torque resistance from rear tire vertically, F 1 force on leaf spring. Mp = Ru x Pl x 9.81 x X, Md + Mp = C X El Note guide groove 117 in Figure 11A for the rear axle rocker movement that balances on the leaf spring.
    Figures 15A and 15B show alternative designs of the model web.
    Figure 16 shows an alternative variant of the model runway by boat, ship or similar.
    The construction comprises a second magnetic coupling device.
    Advantages of the Invention With the present invention, a number of advantages are achieved. Firstly, a model is achieved that moves on a track without using tracks, which gives a much more realistic experience than constructions with tracks. Secondly, a construction is achieved which transmits the mechanical laws in a correct manner to each individual scale model. Thirdly, a design is achieved that allows a long driving time for small-scale models. Fourth, a system is achieved with which an infinite number of models included in the system can be driven by the same drive unit on the track. Fifth, a design is achieved with which small-scale car models 18 can handle creep driving and precise stops. Sixth, a design is achieved with scalable properties regarding acceleration, deceleration, mass inertia, tire grip, proportional steering and more. Seventh, the present system has a single drive point which replaces the differential technology. Eighth, authentic engine sound can be added both at standstill and when driving a model. Ninth, the present invention can indicate whether the scale velocity in curves has been exceeded. Tenthly, the mentioned indication (damaged damage) can be restored in the depot by a moving clock through hidden control, while other functions such as timing can also take place in the hidden plane. Eleventh, the driver's head in the models can be tilted proportionally to the radius of a curve and the driver's head movement can also be controlled remotely at a stationary model. Twelfth, small changes in one to two degrees of negative dosing of the plant's curves can easily illustrate a path exposed to different types of weather, such as rain. Thirteenth, illustrative departure zones can affect the passability of car models in a realistic way. Fourteenth, it is possible for models with a covered chassis to be fitted with remote-controlled functions, such as headlights on / off and turn signals right / left. Fifth, the position of the upper level can be used for slopes / hills in the landscape design where viaducts can also be included.
    Sixteenth, the distance between the transmitter / receiver antenna is substantially constant regardless of the position of the drive on the path. For the seventeenth, the model's own control system is masked. For the eighteenth time, existing plastic kits and other models on the market of rolling vehicles as well as fl surface models on water can be brought to life after revision / completion. For the nineteenth, the present invention will give great freedom in the design of the models included in the system.
    In the detailed description of the present invention, design details which are obvious to a person skilled in the art may have been omitted, such obvious construction details being included to the extent required for a proper function of the present invention to be achieved. Although certain preferred embodiments have been described in detail, variations and modifications within the scope of the invention may be apparent to those skilled in the art and all such are considered to fall within the scope of the appended claims. For example, in alternative embodiments, it is conceivable that the web 2 comprises further disc-shaped strip parts. It is conceivable that the model includes a receiver that controls various functions in the model. The motor of the drive unit can furthermore be constituted by another type of motor suitable for the purpose. The gear unit of the drive unit can in alternative embodiments be replaced by a worm gear 19 or another gear suitable for the purpose. The motor and gear unit can also consist of an integrated unit. Furthermore, electronic components can be supplied separately with models with a covered body.
    For example, the headlight function can be switched on and off. The model can also include turn signal function. The model is preferably a vehicle such as a car. In alternative embodiments, the car can consist of a model that strives to mimic some type of previously known vehicle. In alternative embodiments, the vehicle may be a boat or other model suitable for the purpose.
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    A model web (1), intended to mimic real conditions with a high degree of realism, comprising a web (2), consisting of an upper band (8) on which at least one model (3) is intended to be performed on the surface of its upper side (10) and at least one lower band (11) which together form an intermediate space (15) in which at least one radio-controlled drive unit (4) is intended to be advanced, the drive unit (4) via at least one magnetic coupling device ( 5) is connected to a model (3) on the upper side (10) of the upper belt part (8), and that the movement of the model (3) on the upper belt part (8) is controlled by the movement of the drive unit (4) on the lower belt part ( 11) characterized in that the coupling device (5) comprises at least one first coupling member (47) and at least one second coupling member (48), the first coupling member (47) of which is constituted by at least one first magnetic carriage (49) which is connected by at least one arm (42 ) to the drive unit (4) and whose second coupling means (48) comprising at least one stomach netic body (59) which is intended to slide on the surface of the upper side (10) of the upper strap part (8), the coupling means of which are fixed to the model via a flexible connection part (44). Model web (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the connecting part comprises a cellulose-containing material. Model web (1) according to Claim 1, characterized in that the connecting part consists of a coupling tongue made of prestressed metal. Model web (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the connecting part comprises a polymeric material. Model web (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the construction comprises a function for tilting the driver's head when turning, which is achieved by a second magnet in the magnetic carriage which upon turning causes the driver's head to tilt. Model track (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that the driver's head is inclined proportionally to the radius 10. ll of the curve. Model track (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the construction comprises a function where an indicator indicates exceeded scalable speed (cable angle) in a certain determined curve. Model web (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the model web (1) comprises a device for resetting the indicator. Model web (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the model comprises an adjustable device for adapting the model's tire grip with the intention of achieving a substantially scalable tire grip for the rear wheels. Model web (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the magnetic carriage rotatably adapts in all directions to the topography of the web, is arranged and is furthermore rotatable about a vertical axis relative to the arm and the operating carriage. Model web (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the model comprises a device which means that the model's wheels automatically turn when cornering and that this function is simultaneously masked by the movable link arms / handlebars. Model web (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a mechanical brake is applied to the model from the concealed drive unit. Model web (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that models with a covered body also include control of reverse function. Model track (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the model can also be supplied with authentic engine sound from the concealed drive unit. Model web (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the illustrated web surface has its properties transferred from the hidden lower plane. Model web (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the lower band part comprises at least one layer of metal foil (93) which is intended to be connected to at least one transmitter and constitute an antenna. Model plant (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a modified version of the drive system can control other types of models such as ships, boats and the like.
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