Skateboards with Detachable Components
Modern electric skateboards generate vast amounts of sensor data—including acceleration, wheel RPM, motor current, and rider position metrics—yet translating this data into meaningful ride improvements remains challenging. Current sensor systems can detect speeds up to 25mph and acceleration forces of 1.5g, but struggle to accurately characterize complex maneuvers and varying surface conditions in real-time.
The fundamental challenge lies in balancing advanced sensing capabilities with the need to maintain the board's essential characteristics of responsiveness, durability, and ride feel.
This page brings together solutions from recent research—including modular wheelbases with articulating sensors, adaptive drive systems that respond to surface conditions, and intelligent power management based on riding style detection. These and other approaches focus on practical implementations that enhance the riding experience while preserving the core dynamics that riders expect.
1. Convertible Skateboard System with Detachable Roller Skate Configuration
Gary Hollyfield, 2023
A convertible skateboard that can transform into a pair of roller skates. It consists of two skateboards that can be attached to form a traditional skateboard or detached to form roller skates. Each skateboard has foot restraints to secure the user's feet.
2. Convertible Skateboard with Detachable Dual Boards and Integrated Foot Restraints
Gary Hollyfield, 2023
A convertible skateboard that can be transformed into a pair of roller skates. The skateboard has two separate boards that can be attached together to form a regular skateboard or detached to form roller skates. The skateboards have foot restraints to secure the user's feet.
3. Caster Board with Adjustable Wheel Configuration and Multiple Rear Caster Mounting Locations
Razor USA LLC, 2022
Convertible caster board that can be switched between two-wheeled and three-wheeled configurations. The board has two platforms connected by a neck. The rear platform has multiple caster mounting locations including one aligned with the board axis and others offset to the sides. By moving a caster between the locations, the board can convert from 2-wheel to 3-wheel mode. The ability to switch configurations provides versatility for different riding styles and tricks.
4. Single-Foot Skateboard with Interchangeable Left and Right Foot Components
JMKRIDE International, LLC, 2021
A single-foot skateboard design that allows for interchangeability of parts between the left and right feet which is not possible in the existing Ferrelly device.
5. Modular Wheelbase with Rotatable Link Assemblies and Omnidirectional Joint Connections
Yongmei CHEN, Yongping CHEN, 2021
A modular and customizable wheelbase for outdoor sports equipment like roller skates, skateboards, scooters, etc. The wheelbase is composed of a main body made up of rotatable link assemblies that can be connected. Each link assembly has rotational connection points on its ends. These connection points allow the link assemblies to be joined together in series, with each joint rotating in all directions. Wheels are attached to the link assemblies. The modular design allows different-length link assemblies to be assembled as needed. This provides flexibility to adapt to various road conditions by allowing the wheels to rotate and articulate in all directions to always keep contact with the ground.
6. Modular Electric Skateboard with Interchangeable Components and Integrated Motion Sensors
Evolve Skateboards Pty Ltd, 2020
An electric skateboard that can be easily converted between different configurations for commuting, carving, and all-terrain riding. The skateboard has interchangeable components like decks, wheels, and drive systems that can be quickly swapped to adapt the skateboard for different uses. The skateboard also has sensors to measure speed, distance, and acceleration based on motor RPM, wheel size, and gear ratios.
7. Reversible Wheel Core Assembly with Internal Chamber and Removable Bearings
Compagnie Generale des Etablissements Michelin, Michelin Recherche et Technique S.A., 2019
Wheel core assembly for a skateboard or similar recreational device that allows easy reversal of the wheel orientation to extend the life of the wheel. The wheel core has an internal chamber with bearings and a spacer that can be switched to either side. This allows the user to flip the wheel on the axle when one side cones from wear, and use the other side. The bearings are configured for easy removal and installation without special tools.
8. Modular Electric Drive System with Removable Energy Unit and Standardized Mounting for Skateboards
Mellow Boards GmbH, 2019
A modular electric drive system for skateboards that can be retrofitted to existing decks. The drive module includes an axle with wheels and an electric motor, a frame, and a removable energy storage unit and controller. The frame attaches to the skateboard deck using a standardized hole pattern. The modular design allows the drive system to be easily added or removed from any skateboard deck.
9. Skateboard with Reversible Extension for Configurable Pintail and Kicktail Standing Surfaces
HYVE AG, 2018
Customizable skateboard with a reversible extension providing standing surface options of either a pintail or kicktail at the front and/or rear. A fastening device allows attaching a standing surface extension to convert a pintail to a kicktail or removing it to revert to a pintail. The extension locks securely onto the skateboard for stability. This lets riders customize their skateboard configuration for optimal performance in different riding styles.
10. Modular Drive System Kit with Replaceable Hub Motors, Removable Battery Pack, and Detachable Control Unit for Skateboards
Dash Electric, Inc., 2018
Modular motorized drive system kit for converting non-motorized skateboards to electric ones. The kit includes replaceable hub motor wheels, a removable battery pack, and a detachable control unit. The components can be easily added or removed to convert a regular skateboard into an electric skateboard and vice versa.
The examined patents show that the design of skateboards is increasingly moving toward personalization and versatility. Interchangeable parts have several advantages; they can increase comfort and performance and broaden the variety of skating activities.
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