16 patents in this list
Updated: August 24, 2024
Traditionally, skateboard designs have prioritized a single, stiff structure. Recent developments, however, are upending this paradigm by bringing interchangeable parts.
This method gives skateboarders a level of personalization, enabling customized configurations to accommodate a wide range of riding tastes and styles.
This page examines a number of patents that highlight the potential for skateboards to be modular and convertible.
Jodi H. Eichensehr, Robert Eichensehr, 2023
A modular exercise system that combines a skateboard with resistance bands and a stopper base for exercise versatility. The skateboard has hookable portions on the deck to attach resistance bands, allowing resistance training while skateboarding. The stopper base holds the wheels in place for stationary exercises. This provides a versatile system for compound exercises that improve both strength and balance.
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.
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.
JMKRIDE International, LLC, 2022
A single-foot skateboard that allows the user to use the same parts for both feet. The skateboard has a footboard axis and two undercarriages, one for each foot. Each undercarriage can rotate about the footboard axis independently of the other undercarriage. This allows the user to rotate each undercarriage to the desired angle for each foot.
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.
Jodi H. Eichensehr, Robert Eichensehr, 2022
A skateboard-based exercise system that allows users to perform compound exercises to improve both strength and balance by combining resistance bands and a skateboard. The exercise system includes a skateboard with hookable portions, resistance bands that can attach to the hooks, and a stopper base to hold the wheels in place. This allows users to perform exercises like squats, lunges, presses, etc. with resistance from the bands while standing on the stationary skateboard for added balance challenge.
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.
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.
Jordan Jacobsma, 2020
A skateboard design that allows flipping the board to convert it for different riding styles and user preferences. The skateboard has a uniquely curved platform that is bent upwardly at one end and downwardly at the other. The trucks can be mounted on either end so that the board can be ridden with the curved end facing upward or downward, enabling different styles of riding depending on the user's preference.
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.
Globe International Nominees Pty Ltd, 2019
Motorized wheel assembly for electric vehicles like skateboards that can be easily and quickly removed and replaced without tools. The wheel has a quick-release mechanism with a central fastener that locks into the axle. It allows the motorized wheel to be quickly mounted and dismounted from the axle using a single fastener. The fastener can be actuated to engage and disengage retaining features on the axle and wheel boss.
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.
Honda Motor Co., Ltd., 2019
A universal electric vehicle frame that can be easily swapped between different wheel assemblies to change the vehicle type. The frame has interchangeable wheel assembly fasteners on each end to connect to a specific type of wheel assembly like scooter, skateboard, or bicycle wheels. The frame also has a battery compartment, connectors, and motor to power the vehicle. By swapping the wheel assemblies, the frame can convert between scooter, skateboard, and bicycle configurations.
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.
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.
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.
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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.