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Conventional skateboards measure between 28 and 32 inches in length, creating storage and transportation challenges in urban environments. Current designs require dedicated carrying solutions or awkward handling when moving through crowded spaces, transit systems, or office buildings—limiting their practical utility as a "last mile" transportation option.

The fundamental challenge lies in maintaining deck rigidity and riding stability while enabling compact folding mechanisms that don't compromise structural integrity or user safety.

This page brings together solutions from recent research—including nested board sections with integrated power systems, multi-stage folding mechanisms with secure locking systems, and pivoting deck designs that allow hands-free operation. These and other approaches focus on achieving practical portability while preserving the essential riding characteristics that skateboarders expect.

1. Foldable Scooter with Pivoting Deck and Integrated Ground-Contact Folding Mechanism

NUOTE TECH CO LTD, NUOTE TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023

A foldable scooter that allows easy storage and transportation by converting between a folded and unfolded position without needing to lift and carry it. The scooter has a mechanism where the deck pivots relative to the frame. In the folded position, the deck is upright on the ground with the wheels and handlebars also touching the ground. In the unfolded position, the deck is connected to the rear of the frame with the handlebars above. A hook on the frame slides into a hole on the rear wheel to prevent unfolding. The deck has an elastic member to prevent sliding out of the hole. A locking mechanism secures the deck in place.

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2. Foldable Skateboard Ramp with Integrated Slope and Support Sections

SHENZHEN DEXING SPORTS EQUIPMENT CO LTD, 2023

Foldable portable skateboard ramp that can be easily carried and transported compared to bulky integrated ramps or multi-piece modular ramps. The foldable ramp has a slope section and a support section. The slope section has a ramp surface for skateboarding. The support section provides stability and structure for the ramp. The ramp and support can fold together for compact storage and transport.

3. Foldable Skateboard with Butterfly Hinge and Wire Rope Mechanism

GUO DINGJIAN, 2023

A foldable skateboard that can be compactly stored and transported by collapsing into a smaller size. The skateboard has a rear half and a front half connected by a butterfly hinge. Pulleys on the lower ends of the rear and front brackets allow the halves to be folded together. The hinge has leafs that pivot on pins. The rear half has a guide seat with a channel and a wheel. A bolt in the channel connects to a wire rope. The rear leaf has a hole matching the bolt. A return spring keeps the fold closed. The wire rope contacts the wheel when folded.

4. Foldable One-Wheeled Skateboard with Asymmetric Battery Platform Configuration and Attitude-Sensitive Wheel Control

SHENZHEN CHETAIDOU TECH CO LTD, SHENZHEN CHETAIDOU TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023

A foldable one-wheeled balance skateboard that has a unique battery configuration for improved weight distribution and longer battery life. The skateboard has a deployable mode where the wheel is between the foot platforms, and a folded mode where the platforms are closer together. The battery is only installed in one platform, either the left or right, and the other platform is empty. This allows for easier battery installation and more balanced weight distribution compared to having the battery in both platforms. Sensors detect the platform's attitude and a controller moves the wheel based on the sensor data.

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5. Foldable Skateboard with Rotatable Plates and Limiting Rod Mechanism

HUIZHOU FUMING SPORTS EQUIPMENT CO LTD, 2023

Foldable sports skateboard that allows compact storage and transportation when not in use. The skateboard has a main body that can be lifted and folded by rotating two fixed plates connected to the middle and rear sliding plates. This folds the skateboard in half. A limiting rod between the fixed plates prevents over rotation.

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6. Foldable Cross-Country Skateboard with Detachable Motorized Section and Collapsible Extendable Legs

YANCHENG KUAILUN INTELLIGENT TECH CO LTD, YANCHENG KUAILUN INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2022

Foldable cross-country skateboard that can be compactly stored when not in use. The skateboard has a main deck with extendable legs that can be collapsed. It also has a motorized section inside a detachable box that attaches to the deck. The motor drives the wheels via a chain or gear transmission. This allows the skateboard to be electrically propelled. The motorized section can be removed for manual skateboarding or folded up for storage.

7. Foldable Electric Roller Skates with Integrated Motors and Magnetic Pedal Assembly

HANGZHOU JIUGAO TECH CO LTD, HANGZHOU JIUGAO TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, UNIV ZHEJIANG SIENCE & TECHNOLOGY, 2022

Compact, foldable electric roller skates that can be easily carried and assembled into a skateboard configuration. The roller skates have pedals with integrated motors, batteries, and pulleys. The pedals have magnetic attractions to keep them together when not in use. This allows the skates to fold compactly. The skates can also be assembled into a skateboard configuration by attaching them together in a row. The foldability and modularity make these skates more portable and versatile than conventional roller skates.

8. Folding Skateboard with Pivoting Deck and Locking Assembly for Compact Storage

WU HONGWEI, 2022

Folding skateboard design that allows compact storage and easy transportation. The skateboard has a folding mechanism where the deck folds in half. The deck consists of two separate plate bodies that can pivot and lock together. This allows the deck to fold into a compact shape for carrying. The folding mechanism is secured by a locking assembly between the plate bodies. The skateboard also has a main support with a cylindrical main column and handle bar, and secondary bars between the handle bar and column. The handle bar has springs to provide tension. The deck attaches to the main support with a snap-in block that connects the deck to the column. This allows the deck to fold around the main support when collapsed.

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9. Modular Skateboard with Detachable Nested Sections and Integrated Locking Mechanisms

Michael Shang-Chieh King, 2022

A stowable skateboard that can be easily disassembled and nested into a compact size for convenient storage or transport. The skateboard consists of front and back board sections, a power supply section containing battery, a support segment connecting the sections, and locking mechanisms to secure them together. The sections can be quickly detached and nested within each other.

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10. Convertible Foldable Skateboard Stroller with Rotatable Locking Slide Plate and Integrated Wheel Storage

WUXI INST TECHNOLOGY, WUXI INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, 2021

Foldable skateboard stroller that can be converted between a traditional stroller and a skateboard for mobility versatility. The stroller has a removable slide plate with wheels that can rotate and lock in place. When folded, the slide plate is stored on the stroller frame and the wheels don't touch the ground. This allows the stroller to be pushed like a traditional stroller. When needed, the slide plate can be rotated and locked to be extended for skateboarding. The stroller frame has a rear pin that inserts into the slide plate to secure it.

11. Foldable Skateboard with Rechargeable Motor, Spring-Loaded Buffers, and Adjustable Telescoping Supports

QIANHAI QIANYI SHENZHEN TECH CO LTD, QIANHAI QIANYI TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2021

Foldable, chargeable anti-skid skateboard with features to make it more portable, easier to use, and safer for beginners. The skateboard folds compactly by disconnecting and collapsing the two skateboard bodies. It has a built-in rechargeable battery and motor for automatic propulsion. The skateboards have spring-loaded buffers and adjustable height telescoping supports to maintain stability and balance when riding. The folding mechanism allows easy transportation and storage. The motorized propulsion eliminates the need for continuous pushing. The spring-loaded buffers absorb shocks and prevent falls. The telescoping supports adjust the height for different riders. The folding mechanism, motorized propulsion, and stability features make the skateboard more convenient and accessible for all riders, especially beginners.

12. Hinged Two-Part Foldable Skateboard with Removable Wheel Covers

YONG JIANG, 2021

Foldable portable skateboard that can be compactly folded and carried in a backpack or waistband. The skateboard has a hinged two-part design where the movable section folds into the fixed section. The hinges allow the skateboard to collapse into a narrower shape for portability. The ends of the skateboard have removable wheel covers to prevent rotation when folded. This keeps the skateboard stable when open and allows it to roll normally. The foldable design allows the skateboard to be easily carried and stored in confined spaces.

13. Foldable Skateboard with Central Pivoting Mechanism and Secure Bolted Connection

CHONGQING UNIVERSITY, UNIV CHONGQING, 2021

Foldable skateboard that is compact, easy to carry, and prevents accidents when placed on the ground. The skateboard folds in half by pivoting the front and rear sections around a central connecting plate. This allows the skateboard to be collapsed into a shorter, narrower shape for storage and transportation. The folding mechanism uses bolts and shafts to securely connect the sections when folded. The folding skateboard takes up less space compared to a fully extended board, making it more convenient to carry and store. Additionally, the folding design prevents accidentally stepping on the skateboard since it is shorter and less likely to be left in the way.

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14. Modular Dual Skateboard System with Integrated Backpack Storage and Battery-Powered Driver

ZHANG ZHISHENG, 2021

A mobility skateboard that can be carried like a backpack when not in use and has improved endurance. The skateboard consists of two skateboards connected to a driver inside a backpack. The driver is powered by a built-in battery pack. When not riding, the skateboards can be stored inside the backpack. This allows the skateboard to be carried like a backpack, improving portability. The battery pack powers the skateboards when they are connected to the driver inside the backpack, improving endurance compared to just carrying spare batteries.

15. Foldable Skateboard with Rotatable Side Plates and Wire Compression Mechanism

ANQING YONGDA SPORTS & LEISURE CO LTD, 2021

A foldable, portable four-wheel skateboard that can be compactly carried when not in use. The skateboard has a main board with rotatable side plates that contain the wheels. The side plates can fold and stretch with straps to secure the skateboard. The main board folds by rotating knobs that wind a steel wire around them. This wire can be stretched to compress the skateboard. The folded skateboard has a silicone sleeve around the wire to protect hands. A sliding ball clamping mechanism prevents the side plates from bending. The skateboard can be easily carried by hand when folded.

16. Convertible Foldable Skateboard Cart with Pivoting Handle and Expandable Side Panels

TAIPEI CITY UNIV SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY, TAIPEI CITY UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, 2021

A foldable skateboard cart that can be converted between a skateboard and a pull cart. The cart has a main body with a pivoting handle and pedals. The pedals have wheels and expandable side panels that can be pulled out to create a wider cart platform. The handle can be locked at different angles. When folded, the handle is pivoted close to the pedals and the side panels are collapsed. This makes it compact like a skateboard. The cart can be pulled as a cart by expanding the side panels and wheels, or ridden as a skateboard by unfolding the handle.

17. Skateboard with Integrated Central Storage Compartment and Removable Cover

LIU SHUYAN, 2020

A multifunctional skateboard with an integrated storage compartment that can hold small items without impeding skateboarding maneuvers. The storage box is positioned between the front and rear wheels on the board, lower than the pulley height. This allows easy access to stored items while skateboarding and prevents interference with actions like grabbing the board. The compartment can have a removable cover. The central location also provides strength reinforcement to the board.

18. Foldable Skateboard with Rotating Shaft and Integrated Gear-Driven LED Lighting System

ZHANG LIN, 2020

Foldable portable skateboard with improved portability and nighttime safety. The skateboard has a folding mechanism between the left and right panels using a rotating shaft and locking pin. This allows the skateboard to be collapsed for easier carrying. The bottom of the right panel has a wheel, gear, generator, and LED light. The wheel rotates a gear that drives a second gear to generate electricity. This powers the LED light to illuminate the skateboard's path at night.

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19. Convertible Skateboard-Scooter with Pivotable Front Bracket for Mode Transition

Pascher + Heinz GmbH, 2020

A convertible skateboard/scooter that can be easily switched between skateboard and scooter mode. The skateboard has a pivotable bracket in the front that extends beyond the skateboard length. When folded down it creates a gap to grip the bracket. When folded up it locks into place to form a scooter handle.

20. Convertible Skateboard-Scooter with Pivoting Bracket and Locking Mechanism

Pascher + Heinz GmbH, 2020

Convertible skateboard/scooter device that can be easily converted between skateboard and scooter modes and is also easy to transport. The device has a pivotally mounted bracket on the front of the skateboard that is longer than the skateboard length. When folded, the bracket clears the rear of the skateboard and can be gripped for transportation. A locking mechanism fixes the bracket in the folded or extended positions. This allows converting between skateboard and scooter modes by pivoting the bracket. The clearance between the skateboard and bracket makes it easy to grip and carry the folded device.

21. Telescoping Skateboard with Adjustable Length and Integrated Storage Assembly

22. Convertible Skateboard with Sliding Symmetrical Halves and Telescoping Rail-Connected Wheels

23. Folding Skateboard with Dual Plate Bodies and Movable Stop Roller Mechanism

24. Foldable Skateboard with Central Grooved Section and Hinged Protrusions

25. Skateboard Deck with Integrated Telescoping Handle and Multi-Compartment Storage System

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Innovations in foldable skateboards present unmatched convenience and portability for skateboard enthusiasts. With advanced folding mechanisms and durable yet lightweight materials, these boards are perfect for those who are always on the move. As the technology continues to evolve, foldable skateboards are becoming an essential tool for anyone looking to combine practicality with the thrill of skateboarding, making it easier than ever to ride anytime, anywhere.