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19-04-2012 дата публикации

Bicycle assembly with fork and method of manufacturing

Номер: US20120091683A1
Автор: Brian Emery Lampman, Michael Mcandrews, Ron Powers
Принадлежит: Specialized Bicycle Components Inc

A bicycle assembly can include a bicycle fork. The bicycle fork can have a steer tube, a leg, and a crown. The bicycle fork can also include adhesive used to connect the leg to the crown. A method of manufacturing an assembly for a bicycle can include applying adhesive, to bond metal on metal, to at least one of the leg and the crown, inserting a part of the leg into a part of the crown, the parts forming a slip fit, and curing the adhesive. A similar method can also be used to attach the steer tube to the crown.

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Номер записи: 1
31-05-2012 дата публикации

vehicle having at least two wheels and a suspended frame, and equipped with a carrier assembly

Номер: US20120133108A1
Автор: Benoit Carrelet, Bruno Weulersse, Stephane Dassonneville
Принадлежит: Decathlon SE

The invention relates to a vehicle having at least two wheels and having a suspended frame, with a carrier assembly designed, in particular, to perform a luggage rack or child seat carrier function. The vehicle includes a front chassis, a rockable rear assembly carrying a driving rear wheel, secured to the chassis via a shock-absorber system and hinged to said chassis about a first pivot point, and a carrier assembly comprising a carrier element having a front end and a rear end, and a support element having a top end and a bottom end. The front end of said carrier element is connected to the chassis, and its rear end is hinged to said top end of said support element about a second pivot point. The bottom end of the support element is hinged to the rockable rear assembly about a third pivot point. During compression of the shock-absorber system, the support element goes from a position in which the third pivot point is situated on a first side of the axis passing through the other two pivot points, to a position in which said third pivot point is situated on a second side of the axis, so that all three pivot points are substantially aligned at at least one stage of compression of the shock-absorber system.

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Номер записи: 2
27-09-2012 дата публикации

Three wheeled vehicle

Номер: US20120241238A1
Автор: Brian T. Utter, Gustavo A. Aramayo, James A.J. Holroyd, Jason J. Hohenstein, Mark Alan Ziliak, Vittorio Tomolillo
Принадлежит: Poliaries Ind Inc

A three wheeled vehicle is disclosed having a vehicle frame with a frame sidewall providing a substantially flat surface, with recesses in the flat surface. Alignment arms have inner ends and outer ends, where the inner ends are mounted to the frame sidewall, and the outer ends mount a wheel hub. The inner ends have couplings with pivotal portions and fixed portions, the pivotal portions being at least partially positioned within the recesses, and the fixed portions being attached to the substantially flat surface.

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Номер записи: 3
03-01-2013 дата публикации

Bicycle rear suspension system with controlled variable shock rate

Номер: US20130001918A1
Автор: Joseph E. Graney, Nicholas Anderson
Принадлежит: Santa Cruz Bicycles Inc

A bicycle comprises a bicycle frame and a rear wheel suspension system that is attached to the frame. The rear wheel suspension system comprises a rear wheel swingarm and a shock absorber that is coupled to the swingarm. A change in vertical wheel travel (ΔVWT) of the rear wheel is related to a change in the length of the shock absorber (ΔSL), providing a shock rate (SR). The shock rate (SR) changes throughout the vertical wheel travel of the rear wheel, such that the change in the shock rate dSR/dVWT has a change in sign as the rear wheel travels through its vertical wheel travel. In each case, the rate of change of the shock includes a change in sign, from positive to negative or from negative to positive. In some embodiments, the swingarm may be attached to the frame at a single pivot point or through a linkage system.

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Номер записи: 4
24-01-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and methods for connecting a shock absorber to a vehicle

Номер: US20130020778A1
Автор: William O. Brown, IV
Принадлежит: Fox Factory Inc

A shock absorber includes a shock body with an upper portion and a lower portion and an eyelet attached to each upper and lower portion for connecting to a vehicle. At least one eyelet includes a bushing assembly including a center shaft positioned within a bore and a first and second bushing positioned between an outer cylindrical wall of the center shaft and the bore of the eyelet. A first flexible ring is positioned between the first bushing and the center shaft, the first flexible ring compressed therebetween, and a second flexible ring is positioned between the second bushing and the center shaft, the second flexible ring compressed therebetween. A first and second end ring surrounding the center shaft outer cylindrical wall, with the first end ring adjacent the second end of the first bushing, and the second end ring adjacent the second end of the second bushing.

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Номер записи: 5
27-06-2013 дата публикации

Front end device for a vehicle with a single steered front wheel, and vehicle equipped with a such a front end device

Номер: US20130161925A1
Автор: Vincent Lavabre
Принадлежит: Excent France SAS

A front end device ( 1 ) for a vehicle comprising: a steering shaft ( 2 ) capable of being connected to a steering column ( 3 ) of the chassis of the vehicle by a connection having a degree of freedom in rotation, an upper fork crown ( 4 ) connected to the steering shaft, a lower fork crown ( 5 ) connected to the steering shaft, an upper fork arm ( 6 a, 6 b ) fixed to said upper and lower fork crowns, a lower fork arm ( 7 a, 7 b ), connected to the upper fork arm, by means of a deformable parallelogram-type connection, by means of one upper middle arm ( 8 ) and two lower middle arms ( 9 a, 9 b ), articulated at their two ends on said upper fork arm and the lower fork arm, respectively, a single steered front wheel ( 10 ), rotatably mounted on the lower fork arm, suspension means ( 11 ) providing a damped elastic connection between the lower fork arm and the upper fork arm, the articulated upper middle arm ( 8 ) and the articulated lower middle arm ( 9 a, 9 b ) being arranged below the lower fork crown ( 5 ) and extending to the front of said upper fork arm. Vehicle equipped with such a front end device.

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Номер записи: 6
04-07-2013 дата публикации

Drive device for electric vehicle

Номер: US20130168173A1
Автор: Hiroyuki Kikuchi
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

A swing arm ( 25 ) including a pivot portion ( 57 ) pivotally supported by a vehicle body frame ( 2 ) and an arm portion ( 100 ) extending from the pivot portion ( 57 ) towards a back side of a vehicle body. The arm portion ( 100 ) includes a box-shaped case ( 58 ) being integrally formed with the pivot portion ( 57 ) and having one side in a width direction of the vehicle body opened, and a case cover ( 59 ). A harness ( 64 ) pulled out from the motor ( 60 ) is fixedly supported on the case ( 58 ) side at a first position proximate to the motor ( 60 ), and extended to a control device ( 52 ) at a front side of the vehicle body from the arm portion ( 100 ) through a grommet ( 66, 67 ) arranged at a front wall ( 597 ) of the case cover ( 59 ) at a second position on the pivot portion ( 57 ) side.

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Номер записи: 7
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Bicycle fork having lock-out, blow-off, and adjustable blow-off threshold

Номер: US20130249181A1
Автор: Brian Lampman, William H. Becker
Принадлежит: Fox Factory Inc

A bicycle fork includes a pair of fork leg assemblies, each of the leg assemblies having an upper leg telescopingly engaged with a lower leg. A damping assembly is provided in at least one of the legs. The damping assembly includes lock-out and blow-off compression circuits. These compression circuits are externally adjustable without tools. Furthermore, these two compression circuits may be adjusted independently of each other.

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Номер записи: 8
31-10-2013 дата публикации

REAR WHEEL SUSPENSION FOR A VEHICLE, IN PARTICULAR A BICYCLE

Номер: US20130285346A1
Автор: Wimmer Martin
Принадлежит: MZ MOTOR CO., LTD.

A rear wheel suspension for a vehicle, in particular a two-wheeled vehicle, specifically a bicycle () which is designed for a particularly great spring travel, comprises a pivot element () which is connected to a frame element () of the vehicle via a principal swivel joint (), a swing arm rear suspension () which is connected to the pivot element () via an auxiliary pivot (), a deflection element () which is pivotally mounted on a frame element (), a hock absorber/spring element () which is mounted on the one hand on a frame element () and on the other hand on the deflection element (), wherein the deflection element () is kinematically coupled to the swing arm rear suspension () via a pivotally mounted connecting element () and to the pivot element () via a pivotally mounted coupling element () in such a way that the end of the pivot element () facing the swing arm rear suspension () is pulled upwards on deflection of the rear wheel (). 1. A rear wheel suspension for a vehicle , in particular a two-wheeled vehicle , specifically a bicycle , comprising a pivot element which is connected to a frame element of the vehicle via a principal swivel joint , a swing arm rear suspension which is connected to the pivot element via an auxiliary pivot , a deflection element which is pivotally mounted on a frame element , a shock absorber/spring element which is mounted on the one hand on a frame element and on the other hand on the deflection element , wherein the deflection element is kinematically coupled to the swing arm rear suspension via a pivotally mounted connecting element and to the pivot element via a pivotally mounted coupling element in such a way that the end of the pivot element facing the swing arm rear suspension is pulled upwards on deflection of the rear wheel.2. The rear wheel suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the pivot element is formed substantially as a straight rod claim 1 , at the front end of which the principal swivel joint is arranged and at ...

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Номер записи: 9
26-12-2013 дата публикации

BICYCLE FRAME

Номер: US20130341886A1
Автор: Chamberlain Jason L.
Принадлежит:

A bicycle assembly can include a bicycle frame that can have a main frame, a sub-frame and a shock absorber. The sub-frame can move in relation to the main frame and the shock can be used to regulate that relationship. A extension body can be used to establish a rear pivot point of the shock absorber. In some embodiments, the extension body can also be used to adjust the length of the combined shock absorber and extension body. 1. (canceled)2. A bicycle assembly comprising:a main frame comprising a seat tube, a head tube and an intermediate tube connecting the seat tube and the head tube;a sub-frame configured to rotate with respect to the main frame;a shock absorber having first and second opposing ends and a first eyelet connected to the main frame at the first end and a second eyelet at the second end, the shock absorber defining an axis between the first and second end;an extension body comprising a first end and a second end, wherein the second eyelet at the second end of the shock absorber is positioned within the first end of the extension body and the second end of the extension body is connected to the sub-frame forming a rear pivot of the shock absorber; anda fastener to secure the shock absorber within the first end of the extension body, the first end of the extension body configured to prevent rotation about the axis between the second eyelet of the shock absorber and the extension body.3. The bicycle assembly of claim 2 , wherein the fastener extends through a top of the extension body claim 2 , the second eyelet claim 2 , and a bottom of the extension body to secure the second eyelet in place within the extension body.4. The bicycle assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a space that extends along a side portion of the extension body to allow the extension body to be clamped down on the second eyelet.5. The bicycle assembly of claim 2 , wherein the extension body is substantially U-shaped.6. The bicycle assembly of claim 2 , wherein the extension ...

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Номер записи: 10
16-01-2014 дата публикации

BICYCLE SHOCK WITH EXTENSION ARMS

Номер: US20140015220A1
Автор: Talavasek Jan
Принадлежит:

A bicycle frame can have a main frame, a sub-frame and a shock. The sub-frame can move in relation to the main frame and the shock can be used to regulate that relationship. A linkage can also be used to regulate the relationships and control the rotation. The shock can further have a pair of extension arms to span a seat tube which is part of the main frame. 1. (canceled)2. A bicycle assembly comprising:a main frame comprising a seat tube, a head tube, a top tube, and a down tube, wherein both the top tube and the down tube extend at a downward sloping angle from the head tube to the seat tube, the seat tube being a continuous seat tube that extends from the top tube to the down tube;a sub-frame configured to rotate with respect to the main frame comprising a pair of seat stays and a pair of chain stays, each one of the chain stays being pivotally connected to the main frame at one end and pivotally connected to one of the seat stays at an opposite end;a linkage pivotally connected to the seat stays and pivotally connected to the main frame; anda shock comprising a shock body and an extension body integral with the shock body, the shock connected to the main frame and the extension body comprising a pair of extension arms which straddle the seat tube and connect the shock to the linkage, the shock extending at a downward sloping angle with respect to the head tube;wherein the linkage connects to and substantially aligns the shock and the seat stays of the sub-frame as viewed from the side of the bicycle assembly in a rest position.3. The bicycle assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a bottom bracket claim 2 , wherein the seat tube extends from the top tube to the bottom bracket.4. The bicycle assembly of claim 2 , wherein the shock comprises an air spring with an outer sleeve.5. The bicycle assembly of claim 4 , wherein said outer sleeve screws into the extension body.6. The bicycle assembly of claim 2 , wherein the shock comprises three eyelets claim 2 , one on ...

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Номер записи: 11
06-02-2014 дата публикации

VEHICLE SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20140035256A1
Автор: Zubieta Andueza Mikel
Принадлежит: FUNDACION TEKNIKER

The present invention relates to a vehicle suspension system with a chassis, with a front hydraulic cylinder (), a rear hydraulic cylinder () and a first hydraulic connection () connecting the front hydraulic cylinder () and the rear hydraulic cylinder (), as well as a first compensation chamber () and a second compensation chamber () related to one another such that a change of volume ΔV of a hydraulic fluid in the first compensation chamber entails a change of volume ΔV of a hydraulic fluid in the second compensation chamber, ΔV=k*ΔV, k>0. Furthermore, the system comprises a second hydraulic connection () connecting the front hydraulic cylinder () and the first compensation chamber (), and a third hydraulic connection () connecting the rear hydraulic cylinder () and the second compensation chamber (). 1123. Suspension system for a vehicle comprising a vehicle chassis () , a front wheel () , and a rear wheel () , the suspension system comprising:{'b': 4', '1', '2, 'a front hydraulic cylinder () configured to be interposed between the chassis () and said front wheel ();'}{'b': 5', '1', '3, 'a rear hydraulic cylinder () configured to be interposed between the chassis () and said rear wheel (); and'}{'b': 6', '4', '5', '4', '5', '6, 'a first hydraulic connection () connecting the front hydraulic cylinder () and the rear hydraulic cylinder (), such that hydraulic fluid can pass from the front hydraulic cylinder () to the rear hydraulic cylinder (), through said first hydraulic connection ();'} [{'b': 7', '8', '1', '2', '2', '1, 'a first compensation chamber () and a second compensation chamber () related to one another such that a change of volume ΔV of a hydraulic fluid in the first compensation chamber entails a change of volume ΔV of a hydraulic fluid in the second compensation chamber, ΔV=k*ΔV, k>0;'}, {'b': 71', '4', '7', '4', '7', '71, 'a second hydraulic connection () connecting the front hydraulic cylinder () and the first compensation chamber (), such that the ...

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Номер записи: 12
13-02-2014 дата публикации

SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR WHEELED VEHICLES

Номер: US20140042726A1
Автор: Canfield Christopher, Canfield Lance
Принадлежит:

A suspension system for supporting a frame of a vehicle on at least one wheel that is coupled via a chain to a chain ring on the frame. The suspension system includes a structural member supporting an axle of the wheel, a first linkage arm connecting the structural member to the frame, a second linkage arm connecting the structural member to the frame, and a shock absorber coupled between the frame and one of the structural member, the first linkage arm and the second linkage arm. Additionally, the center of curvature (CC) of the axle of the wheel is located within a predetermined radius of a tangent contact point between a tension segment of the chain and the chain ring throughout a range motion of the suspension system. 1. A suspension system for supporting a frame of a vehicle on at least one wheel of the vehicle , the wheel being coupled via a chain to a chain ring located on the frame and the chain ring being rotatable to apply a driving force to the wheel along a tension segment of the chain , the suspension system comprising:a structural member supporting an axle of the wheel;a first linkage arm connecting the structural member to the frame, the first linkage arm including a first anchor pivot joint rotatably coupling the first linkage arm to the frame and a first floating pivot joint rotatably coupling the first linkage arm to the structural member;a second linkage arm connecting the structural member to the frame, the second linkage arm including a second anchor pivot joint rotatably coupling the second linkage arm to the frame and a second floating pivot joint rotatably coupling the second linkage arm to the structural member; anda shock absorber coupled between the frame and one of the structural member, the first linkage arm and the second linkage arm, the shock absorber being configured to flexibly maintain a separation between the frame and the structural member,wherein a first linkage line extending through the first floating pivot joint and first ...

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Номер записи: 13
27-03-2014 дата публикации

TWO-WHEELED MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20140084565A1
Автор: NAKAJIMA Akihiro, NAKAMURA Hironori, NIMURA Taisuke
Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

A two-wheeled motor vehicle has a rear cushion unit that includes a damper cylinder having one end part linked to a swing arm, a sub-tank connected to the damper cylinder and an adjustment mechanism for adjusting a damping force in response to operation of the operation element is provided between a vehicle body frame and the swing arm. A cylinder body of the damper cylinder, a bottomed housing tube part housing the adjustment mechanism having on an upper end part an operation face on which the operation element is disposed, and the sub-tank are integrally and connectedly provided. The operation face is inclined obliquely upward so that the operation element that faces a region bounded by the seat frame, the pillion step holder mounted on the seat frame and the swing arm when viewed from the side can be operated from obliquely above on the outside. 1. A two-wheeled motor vehicle in which a rear cushion unit comprising a damper cylinder having one end part linked to a swing arm that axially supports a rear wheel by a rear end part and is swingably supported on a vehicle body frame , a sub-tank that is connected to the damper cylinder so as to enable hydraulic oil to flow between the sub-tank and the damper cylinder , and an adjustment mechanism that has an operation element and is disposed between the damper cylinder and the sub-tank so as to be capable of adjusting a damping force in response to an operation of the operation element is provided between the vehicle body frame and the swing arm , wherein a cylinder body of the damper cylinder , a bottomed housing tube part housing the adjustment mechanism having on an upper end part an operation face on which the operation element is disposed , and the sub-tank are integrally and connectedly provided , a pillion step holder is mounted on a seat frame that forms part of the vehicle body frame and is disposed above the swing arm , a pillion step for a foot of a passenger to be placed on being provided on the pillion ...

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Номер записи: 14
03-04-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRIC SUSPENSION DEVICE AND MOTORCYCLE

Номер: US20140091539A1
Автор: Amano Yuki, TOMINAGA Shuji
Принадлежит:

An electric suspension device includes a cylinder, a sub-tank, a first oil passage and a second oil passage, a damping force adjusting valve, and a damping force adjusting motor. The cylinder is rotatable about a mounting axis. The first oil passage connects a first inner oil chamber and an outer oil chamber. The second oil passage connects the first inner oil chamber of the cylinder and an oil chamber of the sub-tank. The first and second oil passages are disposed outside an inner tube and an outer tube, and share a portion with each other. The first and second oil passages are entirely disposed on the same side with respect to a reference plane. 1. (canceled)2. An electric suspension device for a motorcycle that absorbs shocks between a vehicle body frame and a rear wheel , the electric suspension device comprising:a cylinder including an inner tube filled with oil, a piston that partitions an interior of the inner tube into a first inner oil chamber and a second inner oil chamber, and an outer tube surrounding the inner tube, the outer tube defining around the inner tube an outer oil chamber that is continuous with the second inner oil chamber, the cylinder arranged to be supported on the vehicle body frame so as to be rotatable about a mounting axis extending in a left-right direction of the electric suspension device;a sub-tank including an interior partitioned into an oil chamber filled with oil and a gas chamber filled with gas;a first oil passage disposed outside the inner tube and the outer tube, the first oil passage being arranged to connect the first inner oil chamber and the outer oil chamber;a second oil passage disposed outside the inner tube and the outer tube, the second oil passage being arranged to connect the first inner oil chamber and the oil chamber of the sub-tank;a damping force adjusting valve to apply resistance to oil flowing through the first oil passage; anda damping force adjusting motor to adjust an opening degree of the damping force ...

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Номер записи: 15
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Suspension for Mountain Bicycles

Номер: US20150001829A1
Автор: Brian David Berthold
Принадлежит: Individual

Unique suspension apparatuses, systems and methods useful for mountain bicycles among other applications are disclosed. In certain exemplary embodiments the suspension is self adjusting to meet different performance objectives. The suspension may utilize pedaling force to substantially stiffen or lock out movement of the suspension, for example, during climbing. The suspension may change its performance under reduced pedaling force to provide performance characteristics desired when a rider is descending. Certain exemplary embodiments include a rocker arm connected to a first frame portion at a first rocker arm pivot, connected to a seatstay at a second rocker arm pivot, and connected to a second link at a third rocker arm pivot. The first link is connected to the first frame portion at a first link pivot, connected to the chainstay at a second link pivot, and connected to the shock and the second link at a third link pivot.

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Номер записи: 16
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Vehicle Terrain-Tracking Systems

Номер: US20200001944A1
Автор: Voss Darrell W.
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure relates to terrain-tracking or vehicle suspension systems that include travel at least one of the front or the rear of the vehicle. Various embodiments include a suspension above the vehicle (upper suspension). Embodiments include a suspension or travel in at least one of the upper vehicle (rear and/or front), middle vehicle (rear and/or front), or below vehicle (rear and/or front). Various embodiments included a combination thereof. 112-. (canceled)13. A vehicle , comprising:a front fork;a head tube; anda handlebar support;wherein said front fork comprises an upper portion and a lower portion,said upper portion is rotatably mounted to said head tube,said lower portion is movably mounted to said upper portion, anda distance of said handlebar support to said head tube is dependent on a position of said lower portion relative to said upper portion.14. The vehicle of claim 13 , wherein said lower portion is linearly movable relative to said upper portion.15. The vehicle of claim 13 , wherein said front fork supports a terrain-engaging member.16. The vehicle of claim 13 , comprising a handlebar mounted to said handlebar support;wherein said distance is a vertical distance between said handlebar and said head tube.17. The vehicle of claim 13 , wherein said vehicle is selected from the group consisting of a two-wheeled vehicle and a bicycle.18. A vehicle claim 13 , comprising:a front fork;a terrain-engaging member;a head tube; anda handlebar support;wherein said front fork comprises a receptacle that receives an axle of said terrain-engaging member,said front fork is rotatably mounted to said head tube, anda distance of said handlebar support to said head tube is dependent on a position of said receptacle relative to said handlebar support.19. The vehicle of claim 18 , comprising a handlebar mounted to said handlebar support;wherein said distance is a vertical distance between said handlebar and said head tube.20. The vehicle of claim 18 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 17
03-01-2019 дата публикации

ELECTRIC VEHICLE AND DRIVING SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE

Номер: US20190002056A1
Автор: Huang Qilin, Li Weiya, Zang Xiaoyun, Zhu Tao
Принадлежит:

A driving system for an electric vehicle comprises a motor () comprising a first output shaft () and a gearbox () comprising a second output shaft () attachable to a wheel () of the electric vehicle. The first output shaft () is capable of driving the second output shaft () to rotate by engagement of gears of the gearbox (). The first output shaft () is hollow, and the second output shaft () extends through the first output shaft () so that the second output shaft () is disposed coaxially with the first output shaft (). An electric vehicle comprising the driving system is disclosed. The driving system is possible to improve the balancing, the passing ability and the visual appearance of the electric vehicle. 11. A driving system () for an electric vehicle , the driving system comprising:{'b': 3', '11, 'a motor () comprising a first output shaft (); and'}{'b': 17', '27', '33', '11', '27', '17, 'a gearbox () comprising a second output shaft () attachable to a wheel () of the electric vehicle, the first output shaft () being capable of driving the second output shaft () to rotate by engagement of gears of the gearbox ();'}{'b': 11', '27', '11', '27', '11, 'wherein the first output shaft () is hollow, and the second output shaft () extends through the first output shaft () so that the second output shaft () is disposed coaxially with the first output shaft ().'}2135759711959. The driving system () for the electric vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the motor () further comprises a motor housing () claim 1 , a stator () disposed fixedly within the motor housing () claim 1 , and a rotor () disposed rotatably within a central space defined by the stator () claim 1 , wherein the first output shaft () is fixed onto the rotor () and supported rotatably by the motor housing () to be rotatable with the rotor ().31171921212323251911192111232725ababab. The driving system () for the electric vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the gearbox () comprises a gearbox housing () ...

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Номер записи: 18
07-01-2021 дата публикации

VALVE MECHANISM AND SHOCK ABSORBER

Номер: US20210003189A1
Автор: FUJIKAWA Yosuke, Murakami Yosuke
Принадлежит: Showa Corporation

A valve mechanism includes: a cylindrical body; a plurality of valve bodies; and a drive valve. The drive valve includes a shaft portion having therein a flow path penetrating in the axial direction, and a step portion extending from an outer peripheral surface of the shaft portion to a radial outside of the shaft portion. The shaft portion has a tip portion which extends further on the cylindrical body side than the step portion. An outer diameter of the tip portion is smaller than an outer diameter of the step portion. A gap between the valve bodies is changed by elastically deforming an inner peripheral portion of the valve body, which comes into contact with the drive valve moved in a direction approaching the valve body, in a direction approaching the cylindrical body with respect to an outer peripheral portion of the valve body. 1. A valve mechanism , comprising:a cylindrical body having a hollow portion penetrating in an axial direction;a plurality of valve bodies including a first valve body having a through-hole penetrating in the axial direction and being arranged to be in contact with an axial end surface of the cylindrical body; anda drive valve arranged movably in the axial direction and disposed on a side opposite to the cylindrical body with respect to the plurality of valve bodies, whereinthe drive valve includes,a shaft portion having therein a flow path penetrating in the axial direction, anda step portion extending from an outer peripheral surface of the shaft portion to a radial outside of the shaft portion,the shaft portion has a tip portion which extends further on the cylindrical body side than the step portion,an outer diameter of the tip portion is smaller than an outer diameter of the step portion,a gap between the plurality of valve bodies is changed by elastically deforming an inner peripheral portion of the valve body, which comes into contact with the drive valve which is moved in a direction approaching the valve body, in a direction ...

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Номер записи: 19
08-01-2015 дата публикации

Straddle Electric Vehicle

Номер: US20150008061A1
Автор: Matsuda Yoshimoto
Принадлежит: KAWASAKI JUKOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A straddle electric vehicle includes a battery case which accommodates a battery as an electric power supply for an electric motor, and is placed between a front wheel and a rear wheel; and a swing arm pivotably coupled at its front end portion to a vehicle body frame such that the swing arm supports the rear wheel by its rear end portion; wherein the electric motor is placed rearward relative to the battery case and forward relative to the rear wheel. 1. A straddle electric vehicle which drives by use of driving power generated by an electric motor , comprising:a battery case which accommodates a battery as an electric power supply for the electric motor, and is placed between a front wheel and a rear wheel; anda swing arm pivotably coupled at its front end portion to a vehicle body frame such that the swing arm supports the rear wheel by its rear end portion;wherein the electric motor is placed rearward relative to the battery case and forward relative to the rear wheel.2. The straddle electric vehicle according to claim 1 ,wherein a rotary shaft of the electric motor is placed above a pivot around which the swing arm is pivotable.3. The straddle electric vehicle according to claim 2 ,wherein a front end portion of the electric motor is placed forward relative to the pivot.4. The straddle electric vehicle according to claim 1 , comprising:a transmission mechanism which changes a speed of the driving power generated by the electric motor;wherein the transmission mechanism is placed rearward relative to the battery case, the electric motor and the transmission mechanism are arranged substantially vertically, and the electric motor is placed above the transmission mechanism.5. The straddle electric vehicle according to claim 4 ,wherein a rotary shaft of the electric motor is placed rearward relative to an input shaft of the transmission mechanism.6. The straddle electric vehicle according to claim 5 , comprising:a motor accommodating section accommodating the ...

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Номер записи: 20
08-01-2015 дата публикации

SADDLE TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20150008062A1
Автор: KOBAYASHI Makoto, SHIRAISHI Takushiro
Принадлежит:

A saddle type vehicle includes a frame, an engine supported by the frame, a swing-arm swingably supported on the frame, a rear wheel supported on the swing-arm, a rear suspension arranged between the engine and the rear wheel, an air cleaner arranged in an intake passage, and an exhaust chamber arranged in an exhaust passage. At least a portion of the air cleaner is arranged above the rear suspension. At least a portion of the exhaust chamber is arranged below the rear suspension. The rear suspension extends in a direction intersecting with a vertical direction when viewed from a side of the saddle type vehicle. The rear suspension is coupled to the engine and the swing-arm. A height of the rear suspension in the vertical direction is smaller than a length of the rear suspension in a front-back direction. 1. A saddle type vehicle comprising:a frame;an engine supported by the frame;a swing-arm supported on the frame and configured to be vertically swingable;a rear wheel supported on the swing-arm;a rear suspension arranged between the engine and the rear wheel;an air cleaner arranged in an intake passage connected to the engine; andan exhaust chamber arranged in an exhaust passage connected to the engine; whereinat least a portion of the air cleaner is arranged above the rear suspension;at least a portion of the exhaust chamber is arranged below the rear suspension;the rear suspension extends in a direction intersecting with a vertical direction when viewed from a side of the saddle type vehicle, and the rear suspension is coupled to the engine and the swing-arm; anda height of the rear suspension in the vertical direction is smaller than a length of the rear suspension in a front-back direction of the saddle type vehicle.2. The saddle type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the air cleaner claim 1 , the rear suspension claim 1 , and the exhaust chamber are arranged between the engine and the rear wheel.3. The saddle type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein at ...

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Номер записи: 21
08-01-2015 дата публикации

BICYCLE CONTROL SYSTEM

Номер: US20150009019A1
Автор: IKEMOTO HIDEKI, Oi Takeshi, WATARAI Etsuyoshi
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A bicycle control system is basically provided with a first power supply, a plurality of electric drive devices and an operating apparatus. The electric drive devices are electrically coupled to the first power supply to receive electric power supplied from the first power supply. The operating apparatus wirelessly operates the electric drive devices by wireless signals. 1. A bicycle control system comprising:a first power supply;a plurality of electric drive devices electrically coupled to the first power supply to receive electric power supplied from the first power supply; andan operating apparatus wirelessly operating the electric drive devices by wireless signals.2. The bicycle control system according to claim 1 , whereinthe operating apparatus is electrically coupled to the first power supply to receive electric power supplied from the first power supply.3. The bicycle control system according to claim 1 , further comprisinga second power supply electrically coupled to the operating apparatus to supply electric power to the operating apparatus.4. The bicycle control system according to claim 3 , whereinthe electric drive devices and the first power supply are configured to be attachable to a frame main body of a bicycle, andthe operating apparatus and the second power supply are configured to be attachable to a movable member that is movable relative to the frame main body.5. The bicycle control system according to claim 1 , further comprisingat least one first wireless communication unit operatively connected to the electric drive devices.6. The bicycle control system according to claim 5 , whereinthe at least one first wireless communication unit is configured to be attachable in a vicinity of a stem of a frame main body of a bicycle.7. The bicycle control system according to claim 5 , whereinthe first power supply is retained in a retaining member that is configured to be attached to the main body of the bicycle, andthe at least one first wireless ...

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Номер записи: 22
12-01-2017 дата публикации

Electronically Controlled Suspension System, Method for Controlling a Suspension System and Computer Program

Номер: US20170008584A1
Автор: Christoph Kern, Florian Koller, Jürgen Beier, Peter Butora, Reiner Künstle
Принадлежит: Befra Electronic sro, Gustav Magenwirth GmbH and Co KG

A seat post for a bicycle comprises a post body having a first end shaped to be connected to a bicycle frame, a second end shaped to be connected to a saddle, at least two longitudinal portions meshing with each other and slidable relative to one another along a longitudinal extension, and a fixing apparatus by which the two longitudinal portions can be fixed to one another in a settable relative position, the fixing apparatus being influenced to selectively fix and unfix by a radio signal.

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Номер записи: 23
18-01-2018 дата публикации

BICYCLE WITH SUSPENSION

Номер: US20180017127A1
Автор: Talavasek Jan
Принадлежит:

A bicycle can include a suspension system with a shock absorber. The shock absorber can have a sag position which can be adjustable. Sag refers to the amount of movement experienced by the suspension under a static load, such as that of the weight of a rider. Methods and systems to set sag can include at least one valve in fluid communication with a gas chamber of the shock absorber. In some embodiments, the at least one valve can be used to automatically set the sag position based on an individual's weight and riding position. 1. (canceled)2. A bicycle assembly comprising: a gas spring assembly having an interior surface;', 'a movable piston forming a seal with the interior surface and configured to move along the interior surface,', 'wherein the gas spring assembly is divided by the piston into a first chamber and a second chamber, the first and second chambers configured to be determined at least in part by a position of the piston within the gas spring assembly;', 'a valve housing outside of the first and second chambers;', 'a valve for inflating and deflating the gas spring assembly with fluid, the valve coupled to the valve housing; and', when the piston is in a first uncompressed position, the first and second ends of the bypass channel are in fluid communication with the first chamber but not the second chamber,', 'when the piston is in a first compressed position, the first and second ends of the bypass channel are in fluid communication with the second chamber but not the first chamber, and', 'when the piston is in a position where a seal of the piston is disposed between the first and second ends of the bypass channel, the first chamber is in fluid communication with the second chamber through the bypass channel., 'a third chamber adjacent the valve, the third chamber comprising a bypass channel that is in fluid communication with the valve, wherein the bypass channel comprises first and second ends positioned such that], 'a shock absorber comprising3. ...

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Номер записи: 24
21-01-2021 дата публикации

ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE WITH NOVEL SWING ARM CONFIGURATION

Номер: US20210016852A1
Автор: III James Thomas, Nesbitt
Принадлежит: Curtiss Motorcycle Company, Inc.

The present invention is generally directed to a swing arm configuration and, more specifically, a swing arm that is supported by a shaft of a motor, such as an electric motor of a motorcycle. The configuration includes a swing arm assembly that is supported by a shaft of a motor at one end and a rear axle at the other end. Advantageously, the shaft of the motor may be a structural component of an electric motorcycle and serve as the swing arm pivot as well as the drive shaft. 1. An electric motorcycle including a swing arm configuration , comprising;a housing supported by a chassis;a power source configured to supply power to an electric motor within the housing; anda shaft operatively connected to the motor and pivotably connected to a swing arm assembly, wherein said swing arm assembly is supported by said shaft, and said shaft mechanically connected to a rear wheel for transmitting rotational motion to the rear wheel.2. The electric motorcycle including a swing arm configuration of claim 1 , wherein the swing arm assembly comprises one or more swing arms.3. The electric motorcycle including a swing arm configuration of claim 1 , wherein said swing arms are connected via a brace.4. The electric motorcycle including a swing arm configuration of claim 3 , wherein the brace is semi-circular to wrap around the rear wheel.5. The electric motorcycle including a swing arm configuration of claim 2 , wherein each swing arm is substantially triangular in shape.6. The electric motorcycle including a swing arm configuration of claim 2 , wherein each swing arm comprises a blade insert and a suspension blade.7. The electric motorcycle including a swing arm configuration of claim 6 , wherein said shaft is positioned through an opening of the blade insert which is configured to rotate on bearings.8. The electric motorcycle including a swing arm configuration of claim 6 , wherein the blade insert includes an idler gear for altering an angle of said swing arm assembly.9. The ...

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Номер записи: 25
28-01-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT DEVICE

Номер: US20160023711A1
Автор: Mochizuki Takahisa
Принадлежит: KAYABA INDUSTRY CO., LTD.

A vehicle height adjustment device includes a jack chamber for supporting a spring receiver supporting a suspension spring's one-side end portion and a fluid-pressure driving unit for supplying/discharging an operating fluid into/out of the jack chamber and elevating up/down the spring receiver. The fluid-pressure driving unit includes a pump for selectively supplying the operating fluid to a first or second channel and a tank connected to the first or second channel not receiving an operating fluid's supply from the pump. The vehicle height adjustment device further includes a jack channel allowing the first channel and the jack chamber to communicate with each other, a valve body closing the jack channel, capable of opening/closing, a spring for urging the valve body in a direction for shutting off the jack channel, and a pilot line for having a second channel's pressure act on the valve body so the jack channel is opened. 1. A vehicle height adjustment device mounted on a vehicle and adapted to adjust a vehicle height , comprising:a suspension spring adapted to elastically support a vehicle body;a spring receiver adapted to support a one-side end portion of the suspension spring;a jack chamber filled with an operating fluid and adapted to support the spring receiver; anda fluid-pressure driving unit adapted to supply and discharge the operating fluid into and out of the jack chamber and to elevate up and down the spring receiver, wherein a first channel and a second channel;', 'a pump adapted to selectively supply the operating fluid to the first channel or the second channel; and', 'a tank connected to the first channel or the second channel not receiving a supply of the operating fluid from the pump; and, 'the fluid-pressure driving unit includes a jack channel adapted to allow the first channel and the jack chamber to communicate with each other;', 'a valve body adapted to close the jack channel, capable of opening and closing;', 'a spring adapted to urge the ...

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Номер записи: 26
26-01-2017 дата публикации

Composite bicycle frame and method of manufacturing same

Номер: US20170021888A1
Автор: Joanne HASTIE, Paolo FERABOLI
Принадлежит: INDUSTRIES RAD Inc

The described bicycle has a frame made of a composite material and defining a monocoque shell which is monolithic, entirely formed of the composite material, and includes: a rear upper portion, a head tube portion, and a rear mounting portion; and first and second side panels each extending between, and integrally formed with, at least the head tube portion at a forward end and the rear upper portion and the rear mounting portion at a rearward end. The first and second side panels are integrally interconnected along their respective top and bottom edges to form a substantially hollow shell structure at least partially enclosing a shell cavity defined between the laterally spaced apart first and second side panels. The hollow shell structure defines a rear opening between the rear upper portion and the rear mounting portion that communicates with the shell cavity.

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Номер записи: 27
28-01-2021 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SUSPENSION SET UP

Номер: US20210023901A1
Автор: BASS Charles, BAVETTA Ryan, FRANKLIN Joseph, Galasso Mario, Laird Andrew
Принадлежит: Fox Factory, Inc.

A method and apparatus are disclosed that assist a user in performing proper setup of a vehicle suspension. A user may utilize a device equipped with an image sensor to assist the user in proper setup of a vehicle suspension. The device executes an application that prompts the user for input and instructs the user to perform a number of steps for adjusting the suspension components. In one embodiment, the application does not communicate with sensors on the vehicle. In another embodiment, the application may communicate with various sensors located on the vehicle to provide feedback to the device during the setup routine. In one embodiment, the device may analyze a digital image of a suspension component to provide feedback about a physical characteristic of the component. 1 "a live view captured by an image sensor of a user's device, said live view including an image of said suspension component; and", 'receiving input related to said suspension component utilizing said input related to said suspension component to determine product information related to said suspension component, said input comprisingproviding instructions regarding said initial set up of said suspension component, wherein said instructions enable a user to properly achieve said initial set up of said suspension component, wherein said providing instructions regarding said initial set up of said suspension component further comprises providing pictures that show said user how to properly achieve said initial set up of said suspension component.. A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium including instructions that, when executed by a processor, cause the processor to perform steps for enabling initial set up of a suspension component of a vehicle, the steps comprising: This patent application is a continuation application of and claims the benefit of co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/147,200, filed Sep. 28, 2018, entitled, “METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SUSPENSION SET UP”, by ...

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Номер записи: 28
28-01-2021 дата публикации

FRONT SUSPENSION APPARATUS

Номер: US20210024135A1
Автор: KURODA Ippei, KUROHARA Fumihiro, Okamoto Hiroyuki, TAKAHARA Yasunori
Принадлежит: MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION

A front suspension apparatus in which a front side of a suspension arm can be cut off from a subframe at the time of a small overlap collision without a complication of structure and formability. A front suspension apparatus in which a lower arm from which a front wheel is suspended is provided, and a front arm portion and a rear arm portion of the lower arm are axially supported by axially supporting portions of a subframe is characterized in that an axially supporting portion of the front arm portion is joined to the subframe at a joined portion extending in a vehicle width direction, a joined portion extending in an up-down direction, and a joined portion extending in a front-rear direction, and a joining strength of a joined portion in the front-rear direction is lower than a joining strength of the joined portion in the up-down direction. 1. A front suspension apparatus comprising:a suspension arm from which a front wheel is suspended, a front arm portion and a rear arm portion of the suspension arm being axially supported by axially supporting portions of a subframe,the axially supporting portion for the front arm portion is joined to the subframe at a joined portion extending in a vehicle width direction, a joined portion extending in an up-down direction, and a joined portion extending in a front-rear direction, andthe joined portion in the front-rear direction has a joining strength that is lower than a joining strength of the joined portion in the up-down direction.2. A front suspension apparatus , comprising:a suspension arm from which a front wheel is suspended, a front arm portion and a rear arm portion of the suspension arm being axially supported by axially supporting portions of a subframe,the axially supporting portion for the front arm portion is joined to the subframe at a joined portion extending in a front-rear direction, anda joining strength of a front portion side is lower than a joining strength of a rear portion side at the joined portion ...

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Номер записи: 29
28-01-2021 дата публикации

RECIPROCATING RAIL MOVEMENT SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20210024169A1
Автор: Hoogendoorn Steven W., Zawistowski Peter
Принадлежит:

Generally, examples described herein may take the form of a bicycle including a front frame, a rear frame operably associated with the front frame and configured for coupling to a rear wheel, and a suspension system operably associated with the front frame and the rear frame. The suspension system includes a first connection structure operably coupling the front frame to the rear frame and a first sliding body pivotally coupled to the rear frame and configured to travel in a first direction along a substantially linear travel path and in a second direction opposite the first direction along the substantially linear travel path as the suspension system is compressed. 1. A suspension system for a two-wheeled vehicle comprising:a front frame; a mount operably coupled to the rear frame and the front frame via first axle,', 'a pair of rails operably coupled to the mount,', 'a sliding body configured to slidably engage the pair of rails and including a second axle pivotally coupled to the rear frame., 'a rear frame operably coupled to the front frame by a sliding body assembly including2. The suspension system of claim 1 , wherein each of the rails includes a top attachment portion and a bottom attachment portion configured to attach the rails to the mount.3. The suspension system of claim 2 , wherein the top attachment portion is a top crown that couples the rails together at a first end claim 2 , and the bottom attachment portion is a bottom crown portion that couples the rails together at a second end opposite the first end.4. The suspension system of claim 2 , wherein the top attachment portion includes an aperture configured to couple the respective rail to the mount at a first end claim 2 , and the bottom attachment portion includes an aperture configured to couple the respective rail to the mount at a second end opposite the first end.5. The suspension system of claim 1 , further comprising an upper bushing and a lower bushing slidably coupled each of the rails ...

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Номер записи: 30
29-01-2015 дата публикации

BICYCLE FRAME

Номер: US20150028561A1
Автор: Chamberlain Jason L.
Принадлежит:

A bicycle assembly can include a bicycle frame that can have a main frame, a sub-frame and a shock absorber. The sub-frame can move in relation to the main frame and the shock can be used to regulate that relationship. A extension body can be used to establish a rear pivot point of the shock absorber. In some embodiments, the extension body can also be used to adjust the length of the combined shock absorber and extension body. 1a main frame comprising a seat tube, a head tube and an intermediate tube connecting the seat tube and the head tube;a sub-frame configured to rotate with respect to the main frame;a shock absorber having first and second opposing ends and first and second eyelets at each end, the first eyelet at the first end connected to the main frame; andan extension body comprising a first end connected to the shock absorber at the second eyelet and a second end comprising a pair of extension arms, each extension arm connected to the sub-frame, wherein a rear pivot of the shock absorber is defined by a connection point between each extension arm and the sub-frame, and the rear pivot configured to be at the sides of a rear wheel;wherein the first end of the extension body receives the second eyelet within the extension body and the axis of the center of the second eyelet is at least about 15 degrees offset from the axis of the center of the first eyelet, such that the extension body forms a rigid, non-rotating connection with the second eyelet.. A bicycle assembly comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/137,572, filed Dec. 20, 2013, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,801,023, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/911,861, filed Jun. 6, 2013, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,622,411, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/219,465, filed Aug. 26, 2011, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,459,680, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/780,710, filed May 14, 2010, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,006,993, the entire ...

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Номер записи: 31
04-02-2016 дата публикации

Link mechanism protection structure for saddle type vehicle

Номер: US20160031511A1
Автор: Kineo Tomura, Yotaro Mori
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

A link mechanism includes a shock absorber rod pivotally supported in an upwardly and downwardly swingable manner on a body frame. A shock absorber arm is disposed between a pair of left and right rod portions constituting the shock absorber rod. A front end portion of the shock absorber arm is connected to a lower end portion of a shock absorber unit, a rear upper end portion is connected to a swing arm, and a rear lower end portion is connected to a rear end portion of the shock absorber rod. A link guard covers at least an area from a front end portion of the shock absorber rod to the front end portion of the shock absorber arm on the lower side thereof to be fixed to and to spread over the pair of left and right rod portions.

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Номер записи: 32
17-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING VEHICLE ATTITUDE AND VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH SAID SYSTEM

Номер: US20220048588A1
Автор: Moroni Marco
Принадлежит:

A motor vehicle with at least a first driving wheel tilting with respect to a first rotation axis transverse to the motor vehicle and a second driving wheel tilting with respect to a second rotation axis transverse to the motor vehicle has a power source for power generation and a transmission for power transmission to the first tilting driving wheel and second tilting driving wheel. 120-. (canceled)21. A motor vehicle with at least a first driving wheel tilting with respect to a first rotation axis transverse to said motor vehicle and a second driving wheel tilting with respect to a second rotation axis transverse to said motor vehicle , said motor vehicle comprising a power source for generating power and a transmission for transmitting power to said first tilting driving wheel and second tilting driving wheel , said power source comprising a first electric motor and a second electric motor , said first electric motor and second electric motor being separate and independent , said transmission comprising a first section and a second section configured to respectively and independently transmit power from said first electric motor to said first tilting driving wheel and from said second electric motor to said second tilting driving wheel , said motor vehicle further comprising an electronic control unit configured to receive and process one or more parameters and to control said first electric motor and second electric motor according to said one or more parameters , whereby control by the electronic control unit of said first electric motor and/or second electric motor depending on said one or more parameters results in a transmission of power from said first electric motor and/or second electric motor to respectively said first titling driving wheel and/or second tilting driving wheel independently ,wherein said first and second tilting driving wheels are mechanically anchored to a chassis of said motor vehicle by a first anchoring arm pivotable about said first ...

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Номер записи: 33
31-01-2019 дата публикации

DRIVE DEVICE FOR A BICYCLE DRIVEN BY AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20190031278A1
Автор: LAUER Swen
Принадлежит:

What is disclosed is a drive device for a bicycle driven by an electric motor, having a main frame having a swing arm bearing, and a rear linkage element arranged at the swing arm bearing. The drive device has a pedal crank as a first drive for providing a first drive force, having a first drive shaft, a center electric motor as a second drive for providing a second drive force, and an output element having an output shaft, configured to receive the first and/or second drive forces and transfer same to the bicycle wheel to be driven. The center axis of the output shaft is radially distanced from the center axis of the first drive shaft and the output shaft is arranged relative to the swing arm bearing such that a radial distance between the center axis of the swing arm bearing and the center axis of the output shaft is smaller than a radial distance between the center axis of the swing arm bearing and the center axis of the first drive shaft. 1. A drive device for a bicycle driven by an electric motor , comprising a main frame comprising a swing arm bearing , and a rear linkage element arranged at the swing arm bearing , the drive device comprising:a pedal crank as a first drive for providing a first drive force, the first drive comprising a first drive shaft,a center electric motor as a second drive for providing a second drive force, andan output element comprising an output shaft, the output element being configured to receive the first and/or second drive forces and transfer the same to the wheel of the bicycle to be driven,wherein the center axis of the output shaft is radially distanced from the center axis of the first drive shaft and the output shaft is arranged relative to the swing arm bearing such that a radial distance between the center axis of the swing arm bearing and the center axis of the output shaft is smaller than a radial distance between the center axis of the swing arm bearing and the center axis of the first drive shaft.2. The drive device in ...

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Номер записи: 34
30-01-2020 дата публикации

ASSEMBLY STRUCTURE AND METHOD FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE

Номер: US20200031425A1
Автор: Aunkst David Isaac, Deaner Brandon James, Hurth Ronald, Klumpp Eric James, Scherbarth Brian M., Vijayakumar Senthilkumar, Zackiewicz Curt
Принадлежит:

An electric vehicle includes a battery having a housing. The housing includes a rear side which is defined as a side facing away from a forward travelling direction of the electric vehicle. The electric vehicle further includes a frame, a motor having a housing, and a pivot shaft stack-up assembly co-aligned along a pivot shaft axis. The pivot shaft stack-up assembly includes first and second portions of the frame, a swingarm extending therebetween, and an idler bracket. A shock mount is integral with the battery housing. The shock mount extends from the rear side of the battery housing. The battery housing is configured as a stressed chassis member in which each of the motor housing, the frame, and the pivot shaft stack-up assembly are aligned thereof. The shock mount provides a path along which a load is directed to the battery housing. 1. An electric vehicle comprising:a battery including a housing having a plurality of sides, the plurality of sides including a rear side, the rear side being defined as a side facing away from a forward travelling direction of the electric vehicle;a frame including at least one frame member coupled to the battery housing;a motor and gear box positioned below the battery, the motor including a housing;a pivot shaft stack-up assembly co-aligned along a pivot shaft axis, the pivot shaft stack-up assembly including first and second portions of the frame, and a swingarm extending therebetween;a pivot shaft extending through the pivot shaft stack-up assembly along the pivot shaft axis for supporting the swing arm; anda shock mount formed as an integral extension from the rear side of the battery housing to support a rear shock coupled to the swingarm,wherein the battery housing is configured as a stressed chassis member, the shock mount providing a path along which loads from the rear shock are directed to the battery housing.2. The electric vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the battery housing is coupled to the at least one frame member at ...

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Номер записи: 35
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Vehicle

Номер: US20200031426A1
Автор: Voss Darrell W.
Принадлежит:

A vehicle includes a forward frame portion, a rear frame portion, and a motion control system that movably interconnects the forward frame portion and the rear frame portion. A forward acceleration of the rear frame portion resulting from a driving force imparted by a wheel supported by the rear frame portion imparts a first force onto the motion control system that counters a second force imparted on the motion control system by an acceleration of a payload supported by the forward frame portion as a result of the forward acceleration. 1. A vehicle , comprising:a forward frame portion;a rear frame portion; anda motion control system that movably interconnects said forward frame portion and said rear frame portion, wherein a forward acceleration of said rear frame portion resulting from a driving force imparted by a wheel supported by said rear frame portion imparts a first force onto said motion control system that counters a second force imparted on said motion control system by an acceleration of a payload supported by said forward frame portion as a result of said forward acceleration.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein:said motion control system is movable between a first end-of-range state and a second end-of-range state,said first force urges said motion control system toward a fourth state that differs from said second end-of-range state, andsaid second force urges said motion control system toward said second end-of-range state.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , comprising a drivetrain comprising a drivetrain element claim 2 , wherein a tensioning of said drivetrain element claim 2 , regardless of an operating state of said motion control system claim 2 , imparts a force onto said motion control system that urges said motion control system toward a third state that differs from said second end-of-range state.4. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein said forward acceleration is a forward acceleration on a smooth level surface.5. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 36
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Drive belt assembly for an electric vehicle

Номер: US20200031428A1
Автор: Ben Matthew Lund, Senthilkumar Vijayakumar, Steven D. Grant
Принадлежит: Harley Davidson Motor Co Group LLC

A vehicle includes a frame, powertrain unit having output shaft, and a drive sprocket coupled to the output shaft for rotation therewith. A swing arm has a first end pivotably coupled to the frame and a second end supporting a drive wheel of the vehicle. A wheel sprocket is coupled to the drive wheel for rotation therewith, and a flexible final drive member is wrapped around the drive sprocket and the wheel sprocket to establish a driving relationship therebetween, the flexible final drive member forming a loop. An idler bracket is fixed with respect to the frame and supporting both an upper idler and a backside idler. The upper idler is positioned within the loop such that the flexible member engages an upper side of the upper idler. The backside idler is positioned outside the loop such that the flexible member engages an upper side of the backside idler.

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Номер записи: 37
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Oscillation-type vehicle

Номер: US20210031857A1
Автор: Koichi Sugioka
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

An oscillation-type vehicle includes a front vehicle body that suspends a front wheel in a steerable manner, a rear vehicle body that suspends left and right drive wheels, and an oscillation mechanism that causes the front vehicle body and the rear vehicle body to oscillate relative to each other. The oscillation-type vehicle being capable of carrying out drive control of the left and right drive wheels such that the drive wheels behave differently from each other in response to oscillation of the oscillation-type vehicle, wherein the drive control of the left and right drive wheels is carried out using information on the oscillation and information on a speed of vehicle.

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Номер записи: 38
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Combined Air Spring and Damper

Номер: US20210033164A1
Автор: Barefoot Darek C., Prinster Eric
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A suspension system includes a first compression chamber and a second compression chamber with a damping chamber therebetween. The compression chambers may be independently filled with a compressible fluid, and the relative pressures may govern the rebound rate of the suspension. Seals that minimize friction, an adjustment system, and a stop are also included to enhance rider joy. 1. A shock absorber , comprising:a first tube at least partially defining a first compression chamber;a second tube; anda third tube within the second tube and at least partially defining a second compression chamber and a damping chamber, the damping chamber being axially between the first compression chamber and the second compression chamber.2. The shock absorber according to claim 1 , further comprising a first valve permitting the adjustment of fluid pressure within the first compression chamber.3. The shock absorber according to claim 2 , further comprising a second valve permitting the adjustment of fluid pressure within the second compression chamber.4. The shock absorber according to claim 3 , wherein the fluid pressure in the first compression chamber and the fluid pressure in the second compression chamber are independently adjustable.5. The shock absorber according to claim 1 , further comprising an adjustable valve positioned in a fluid path between the second compression chamber and the damping chamber.6. The shock absorber according to claim 5 , further comprising an adjuster positioned adjacent the first tube for adjusting the adjustable valve.7. The shock absorber according to claim 4 , wherein the difference between the fluid pressure in the first compression chamber and the fluid pressure in the second compression chamber governs a rate of rebound of the shock absorber.8. A shock absorber claim 4 , comprising:a first end at least partially defining a first compression chamber filled with a compressible fluid;a second end at least partially defining a second compression ...

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Номер записи: 39
08-02-2018 дата публикации

SWING ARM STRUCTURE FOR SADDLE RIDING ELECTRIC VEHICLE

Номер: US20180037291A1
Автор: Shimizu Kenzo, Yamaguchi Masahiro
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A swing arm structure for a saddle riding electric vehicle includes a swing arm pivotably supported by a vehicle body frame at a pivot section and extending rearward from the pivot section to rotatably support a rear wheel, an electric motor that drives the rear wheel, and a speed reduction mechanism that reduces an output of the electric motor and transmit the output to the rear wheel, and a housing installed separately from the swing arm and attached to the swing arm, wherein the speed reduction mechanism and the housing are configured as a speed reduction mechanism unit in which the speed reduction mechanism is attached to the housing and integrated with the housing. 1. A swing arm structure for a saddle riding electric vehicle comprising:a swing arm pivotably supported by a vehicle body frame of the saddle riding electric vehicle at a pivot section and extending rearward from the pivot section to rotatably support a rear wheel of the saddle riding electric vehicle;an electric motor attached to the swing arm and that drives the rear wheel;a speed reduction mechanism that reduces an output of the electric motor and transmit the output to the rear wheel, anda housing installed separately from the swing arm and attached to the swing arm,wherein the speed reduction mechanism and the housing are configured as a speed reduction mechanism unit in which the speed reduction mechanism is attached to the housing and integrated with the housing.2. The swing arm structure for the saddle riding electric vehicle according to claim 1 ,wherein the electric motor is disposed in front of the rear wheel.3. The swing arm structure for the saddle riding electric vehicle according to claim 1 ,wherein the electric motor and the speed reduction mechanism unit are configured as a drive unit in which the electric motor is attached to the housing and integrated with the housing together with the speed reduction mechanism.4. The swing arm structure for the saddle riding electric vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 40
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Bicycle control device and bicycle electric assist unit including bicycle control device

Номер: US20180037294A1
Автор: Shingo SAKURAI, Tadaharu KUROTOBI
Принадлежит: Shimano Inc

A bicycle control device is provided that allows the rider to ride a bicycle comfortably. A bicycle electric assist unit is provided that includes the bicycle control device. The bicycle control device includes an electronic controller that controls an operational state of a bicycle component based on at least an operational state of the bicycle electric assist unit. The bicycle component includes at least one of an electric suspension and an electric adjustable seatpost.

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Номер записи: 41
08-02-2018 дата публикации

BICYCLE REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20180037295A1
Автор: BEALE Luther Mac
Принадлежит: Level One Engineering LLC

A bicycle may include a front triangle and a rear suspension system that couples the front triangle to a rear wheel and is dampened by at least one shock absorber. The rear suspension system includes a six-bar linkage having two ternary links separated from each other by one or more binary links, such that the two ternary links do not share a common joint. One of the ternary links may comprise a chain stay. In some examples, the other ternary link may comprise the front triangle. In some examples, the other ternary link may comprise a rocker arm coupling a seat stay link to the shock absorber. 1. A bicycle comprising:a bicycle frame including a front triangle; anda rear suspension system having a shock absorber and coupling the front triangle to a rear wheel, the rear suspension in combination with the front triangle comprising a six-bar linkage having exactly two ternary links separated from each other by at least one binary link, such that the two ternary links have no joints in common;wherein a first ternary link of the two ternary links comprises a chain stay link.2. The bicycle of claim 1 , wherein a second ternary link of the two ternary links comprises the front triangle.3. The bicycle of claim 1 , wherein the chain stay link is coupled at a rear end portion to a seat stay link by a first rotating joint claim 1 , and coupled at a front end portion to a pair of binary links by a second rotating joint and a third rotating joint claim 1 , respectively.4. The bicycle of claim 3 , wherein the pair of binary links connect the chain stay link to a second ternary link.5. The bicycle of claim 4 , wherein the second ternary link comprises the front triangle.6. The bicycle of claim 3 , wherein one link of the pair of binary links connects the chain stay link to the front triangle and the other link of the pair of binary links connects the chain stay link to a second ternary link.7. The bicycle of claim 1 , wherein the shock absorber is coupled between a down tube of the ...

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Номер записи: 42
24-02-2022 дата публикации

Motorcycle Having a Tensioning Device for Tensioning a Pulling Member, and Tensioning Device for a Motorcycle

Номер: US20220055713A1
Автор: HALFER Matthias
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A motorcycle with a swing arm element pivotably coupled to a holding element of the motorcycle via a rotary bearing is provided with a tensioning element. The motorcycle also includes a pulling member which engages two gear elements which are each spaced from the rotary bearing in a torque-transmitting manner. The first gear element is rotatably mounted separately from the swing arm element, and the second gear element is rotatably mounted on the swing arm element. The tensioning device for tensioning the pulling member is mounted rotatably and/or in an axially displaceable manner relative to the two gear elements on the swing arm element or on a frame of the motorcycle. The tensioning device includes at least two levers pivotable relative to one another, and a tensioning element which biases the levers against the pulling member to maintain consistent tension in the pulling member. 112-. (canceled)13. A motorcycle , comprisingat least one swinging fork element configured to be coupled pivotably to a holding element of the motorcycle via a rotary bearing of the motorcycle;at least one pulling member;at least two gear elements,at least one tensioning device configured to tension the at least one pulling member,whereinthe at least two gear elements are each spaced apart from the rotary bearing,a first gear element of the at least two gear elements is mounted rotatably separately from the swinging fork element, a second gear element of the at least two gear elements is arranged rotatably on the swinging fork element,the first gear element and the second gear element are each in engagement with the at least one pulling member and are coupled to each other in a torque-transmitting manner via the at least one pulling member, andthe at least one tensioning device is mounted on the at least one swinging fork element or on a frame of the motorcycle such that the at least one tensioning device is rotatable, axially displaceable or rotatable and axially displaceable relative ...

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Номер записи: 43
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Vehicle Suspension Linkage

Номер: US20190039682A1
Автор: Zawistowski Peter
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A two-wheel vehicle suspension linkage, including a shock and a shock extension assembly, is provided. The shock may include first and second mounting axes operably connected to two linkage bodies. The shock may be positioned to provide linear resistance between the two linkage bodies having relative motion with respect to one another. The shock extension assembly may include a first extension body and a second extension body. Each of the first extension body and the second extension body may include a first mounting axis and a second mounting axis positioned with respect to one another in a non-parallel mounting orientation. The extension bodies may be pivotally connected to the suspension linkage so that the first mounting axis of the first extension body is collinear with the first mounting axis of the second extension body. The second mounting axis of the first extension body may be collinear to both the second mounting axis of the second extension body and to one of the shock mounting axes defining a non-effective shock damper axis. 1. A two-wheel vehicle suspension linkage comprising:a shock having first and second mounting axes operably connected to two linkage bodies, the shock being positioned to provide linear resistance between the two linkage bodies having relative motion with respect to one another;a shock extension assembly, including a first extension body and a second extension body, each of the first extension body and the second extension body having a first mounting axis and a second mounting axis positioned with respect to one another in a non-parallel mounting orientation; whereinthe extension bodies are pivotally connected to the suspension linkage so that the first mounting axis of the first extension body is collinear with the first mounting axis of the second extension body;the second mounting axis of the first extension body is collinear to both the second mounting axis of the second extension body and to one of the shock mounting axes ...

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Номер записи: 44
07-02-2019 дата публикации

E-Bike Frame

Номер: US20190039687A1
Автор: Lay Lorenz, Thoma Vincenz
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An e-bike frame includes a top tube, a downtube and a seat tube. Further, a bottom bracket is arranged in a housing which may be a bottom bracket receptacle element. An electric motor is also provided in the housing. A battery is connected with the downtube. A channel element is arranged laterally beside the battery. The same serves to receive wires, shift cables, brake cables and/or hydraulic lines. 1. An e-bike frame comprisinga downtube,a seat tube connected with the downtube, anda battery connected with the downtube,whereina channel element arranged laterally beside the battery is provided for receiving at least one of the following: electric wires, shift cables, brake cables, and hydraulic lines.2. The e-bike frame of claim 1 , wherein a bottom bracket is arranged in a bottom bracket receptacle and is connected with an electric motor.3. The e-bike frame of claim 2 , wherein the bottom bracket is part of a motor assembly comprising the electric motor.4. The e-bike frame of claim 3 , wherein the motor assembly is connected with the downtube claim 3 , the seat tube claim 3 , or the downtube and seat tube via a motor receptacle.5. The e-bike frame of claim 1 , wherein the downtube is connected with a head tube claim 1 , the head tube being connected with a top tube claim 1 , the top tube being connected with the seat tube.6. The e-bike frame of claim 1 , wherein the channel element is fixedly connected or formed integrally with the downtube to reinforce the bicycle frame.7. The e-bike frame of claim 1 , wherein the channel element has a closed cross section.8. The e-bike frame of claim 1 , further comprising a reinforcing element arranged opposite the channel element claim 1 , which reinforcing element is fixedly connected or formed integrally with the downtube.9. The e-bike frame of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of at least one of the following:wires, lines, and Bowden cables are arranged vertically one above the other in the channel element.10. The e-bike frame ...

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Номер записи: 45
06-02-2020 дата публикации

REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR A BICYCLE

Номер: US20200039603A1
Автор: Hoogendoorn Steven W.
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A bicycle may include a rear suspension system to absorb forces impacting on the bicycle by allowing a rear wheel of the bicycle to be displaced relative to the bicycle frame. The rear suspension system may be adjusted in some versions to affect the travel path of the rear wheel as well as the leverage ratio curve to suit the rider's preference. 1a rear suspension system;a guide movably connected to the rear suspension system and adjustably connected to a frame;a shock assembly connected with the frame and the rear suspension assembly and defining a total shock stroke; anda rear wheel rotatably connected with the rear suspension system;wherein the rear suspension system defines a total wheel travel of the rear wheel, and wherein the orientation of the guide determines a ratio of the total rear wheel travel to the total shock stroke.. A bicycle comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/981,230, filed on Dec. 28, 2015 and entitled “Rear Suspension System for a Bicycle”, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/191,530, filed on Feb. 27, 2014 and entitled “Rear Suspension System for a Bicycle”, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/626,276, filed on Sep. 25, 2012 and entitled “Rear Suspension System for a Bicycle”, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,696,008, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/786,307, filed on May 24, 2010 and entitled “Rear Suspension System for a Bicycle,” now U.S. Pat. No. 8,272,658, which is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/229,270, filed on Sep. 15, 2005 and entitled “Rear Suspension System For a Bicycle”, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,722,072, which claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/610,273, filed on Sep. 15, 2004 and entitled “Rear Suspension System For a Bicycle”, all of which are hereby incorporated in their entireties by reference as though fully disclosed herein.a. Field of ...

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Номер записи: 46
18-02-2021 дата публикации

BICYCLE REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20210046996A1
Автор: BEALE Luther Mac
Принадлежит:

A bicycle may include a front triangle and a rear suspension system that couples the front triangle to a rear wheel and is dampened by at least one shock absorber. The rear suspension system includes a six-bar linkage having two ternary links separated from each other by one or more binary links, such that the two ternary links do not share a common joint. One of the ternary links may comprise a chain stay. In some examples, the other ternary link may comprise the front triangle. In some examples, the other ternary link may comprise a rocker arm coupling a seat stay link to the shock absorber. 1. A bicycle comprising:a bicycle frame; anda rear suspension system coupling the bicycle frame to a rear wheel, the rear suspension system in combination with the frame comprising a six-bar linkage, the six-bar linkage including:a chain stay link comprising a first ternary link coupled at a front end portion by a first joint to a first binary link and by a second joint to a second binary link, and coupled at a rear end portion by a third joint to a seat stay link comprising a third binary link;a fourth binary link coupled by a fourth joint to the seat stay link;wherein the first binary link is coupled to the bicycle frame by a fifth joint, the second binary link is coupled to the bicycle frame by a sixth joint, and the fourth binary link is coupled to the bicycle frame by a seventh joint, such that the bicycle frame is a second ternary link of the six-bar linkage; anda shock absorber coupling the fourth binary link to the bicycle frame;wherein the first binary link is disposed below the second binary link; andwherein the rear wheel is rotatably coupled to the seat stay link of the rear suspension system.2. The bicycle of claim 1 , wherein the fourth binary link extends forward of the seventh joint claim 1 , such that the fourth binary link comprises a rocker arm coupled on one side of the seventh joint to the seat stay link and on another side of the seventh joint to the ...

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Номер записи: 47
18-02-2021 дата публикации

VEHICLE WITH A POWER UNIT

Номер: US20210047000A1
Автор: Abraham Elias Chothirakunnil, Arvindakshan Rupesh, Kotam Hema Sindhura, N Vaisakh A., Raman Dinesh
Принадлежит: TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

A vehicle with a power unit includes: a body frame with said power unit mounted to said body frame; at least one front wheel supported by the body frame in a front portion, and at least one rear wheel supported by the body frame in a rear portion; an electric machine capable of assisting said power unit; and an auxiliary power source electrically connected to said electric machine. The vehicle further includes a first set of foot pegs for a rider and a second set of foot pegs for a pillion. A quadrilateral region is defined between said first set of foot pegs and said second set of foot pegs, and said electric machine and said auxiliary power source are disposed substantially within said quadrilateral region when viewed from vehicle top. 1. A vehicle with a power unit , said vehicle comprising:a body frame, said power unit mounted to said body frame;at least one front wheel supported by the body frame in a front portion, and at least one rear wheel supported by the body frame in a rear portion;an electric machine capable of assisting said power unit; andan auxiliary power source electrically connected to said electric machine, whereinsaid vehicle further comprises a first set of foot pegs for a rider and a second set of foot pegs for a pillion,a quadrilateral region is defined between said first set of foot pegs and said second set of foot pegs, andsaid electric machine and said auxiliary power source are disposed substantially within said quadrilateral region when viewed from vehicle top.2. The vehicle with the power unit as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said vehicle is provided with a ratio of wheelbase to seat height in the range of 1.5 to 2.5 claim 1 , and said power unit includes at least a portion disposed within said quadrilateral region claim 1 , and an imaginary vertical passing through a crankshaft of said power unit substantially cuts through a longitudinal mid-portion of the wheelbase when viewed from vehicle side.3. The vehicle with the power unit as ...

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Номер записи: 48
14-02-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY FRAME OF STRADDLE-TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20190047654A1
Автор: Hasegawa Kei
Принадлежит: SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION

There is provided a vehicle body frame of a straddle-type vehicle. A tank rail extends rearward from a head pipe at an upper side of a power unit. A body frame has a pair of side frame parts extending downward from a rear end side of the tank rail, an upper coupling part couples upper parts of the side frame parts, and a lower coupling part couples lower parts of the pair of side frame parts. Front and rear mount parts support the power unit. Swing arm support parts are provided in the side frame parts. A link member connecting part connects a link member configured to couple the swing arm and a rear cushion each other. The rear mount part is formed at a front part of the lower coupling part, and the link member connecting part is formed at a rear part of the lower coupling part. 1. A vehicle body frame of a straddle-type vehicle , comprising:a head pipe provided at a front upper side of a power unit;a tank rail extending rearward from the head pipe at an upper side of the power unit;a body frame having a pair of side frame parts extending downward from a rear end side of the tank rail at left and right rear sides of the power unit, an upper coupling part configured to couple upper parts of the pair of side frame parts, and a lower coupling part configured to couple lower parts of the pair of side frame parts;a front mount part coupled to a front end side of the tank rail or the head pipe directly or via a coupling member, and configured to support a front part of the power unit;a rear mount part configured to support a rear part of the power unit;swing arm support parts provided in the pair of side frame parts, respectively, and configured to support a front end portion of a swing arm; anda link member connecting part for connecting a link member configured to couple the swing arm and a rear cushion each other,wherein the rear mount part is formed at a front part of the lower coupling part, and the link member connecting part is formed at a rear part of the lower ...

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Номер записи: 49
14-02-2019 дата публикации

SUSPENSION, AND STRADDLE-TYPE VEHICLE, SNOW MOBILE, AND ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE WITH THE SUSPENSION

Номер: US20190047661A1
Автор: Imamura Takashi, KAMADA Kensuke, KINUGASA Takeshi, KOSHIISHI Ryuta
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An upper arm projected line L is defined as a straight line formed by projecting an upper arm line L onto the projection line P. a lower arm projected line L is defined as a straight line formed by projecting the lower arm line L onto the projection line P. An intersection point Px between the upper arm projected line L and the lower arm projected line L is located in a region A defined higher than the horizontal plane P and defined farther outward in the right-left direction than the ski The suspension enables turning performance of the straddle-type vehicle to be improved. 1. A suspension for a straddle-type vehicle that includes a vehicle body frame and a vehicle body supporting member including a lower end to be in contact with a snow surface or a road surface , the suspension comprising:a right suspension mechanism located rightward from the vehicle body frame; anda left suspension mechanism located leftward from the vehicle body frame, wherein a knuckle joined to the vehicle body supporting member;', 'an upper arm including an upper proximal portion joined to the vehicle body frame and an upper joint portion joined to the knuckle, the upper arm being movable in an up and down direction around a first straight line passing through the upper proximal portion; and', 'a lower arm disposed under the upper arm, the lower arm including a lower proximal portion joined to the vehicle body frame and a lower joint portion joined to the knuckle, the lower arm being movable in an up and down direction around a second straight line passing through the lower proximal portion; wherein, 'each of the right suspension mechanism and the left suspension mechanism comprisesa third line is a straight line that passes through the upper joint portion, intersects the first straight line, and is perpendicular to the first straight line;a fourth line is a straight line that passes through the lower joint portion, intersects the second straight line, and is perpendicular to the second ...

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Номер записи: 50
25-02-2016 дата публикации

SUPPORTING STRUCTURE FOR REAR PARTS OF MOTORCYCLE

Номер: US20160052586A1
Автор: Kunisada Youhei
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A supporting structure includes: a step stay which is mounted to a motorcycle frame structure and configured to support a foot step for a passenger; an unit supporting portion provided at the step stay and configured to support an operation unit for manually adjusting a characteristic of a rear wheel shock absorber; a pannier supporting portion provided at the step stay and configured to support a front portion of a pannier mounted to a side portion of a motorcycle body; and a tank supporting portion configured to support a reservoir tank for brake oil. The pannier is disposed rearward of the operation unit, and an operation portion of the operation unit is disposed at a position at which overlap of the operation portion with the step stay and the pannier is avoided as viewed from an outer lateral side. 1. A supporting structure for rear parts of a motorcycle , the supporting structure comprising:a step stay mounted to a motorcycle frame structure and configured to support a foot step for a passenger;a unit supporting portion provided at the step stay and configured to support an operation unit for manually adjusting a characteristic of a rear wheel shock absorber;a pannier supporting portion provided at the step stay and configured to support a front portion of a pannier mounted to a side portion of a motorcycle body; anda tank supporting portion configured to support a reservoir tank for brake oil, wherein:the pannier supporting portion is disposed rearward of the unit supporting portion; andan operation portion of the operation unit is disposed at a position at which overlap of the operation portion with the step stay and the pannier is avoided as viewed from an outer lateral side.2. The supporting structure for the rear parts of the motorcycle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the step stay includes a muffler supporting portion configured to support a muffler.3. The supporting structure for the rear parts of the motorcycle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 51
25-02-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE AND VEHICLE COMPONENTS

Номер: US20160052591A1
Автор: Michael Jeffrey
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A vehicle includes a suspended assembly that supports a main body and a suspension system for connecting the suspended assembly to the main vehicle body. The suspended assembly assists in providing directional control of the vehicle and stability in a lateral direction relative to a normal straight-ahead direction of travel of the vehicle. The suspension system including first and second suspension arrangements that control movement of the suspended assembly relative to the main vehicle body through a range of motion along first and second paths that are primarily perpendicular to the lateral direction. The second path differs from the first path such that the combination of the range of motion of the first suspension arrangement along the first path and the second path result in an overall range of motion for the suspended assembly relative to the main body that is defined by a surface area. 1. A suspension system for use in a vehicle that has a main vehicle body and a suspended assembly that supports the main body of the vehicle , the suspended assembly assisting in providing directional control of the vehicle and stability in a lateral direction relative to a normal straight-ahead direction of travel of the vehicle , the suspension system comprising:a first suspension arrangement that movably connects the suspended assembly to the main vehicle body and controls movement of the suspended assembly relative to the main vehicle body through a range of motion along a first path that is primarily perpendicular to the lateral direction; anda second suspension arrangement that controls movement of the suspended assembly relative to the main vehicle body through a range of motion along a second path that is primarily perpendicular to the lateral direction when the vehicle is traveling in the normal straight-ahead direction, the second path being different than the first path of the first suspension arrangement such that the combination of the range of motion of the first ...

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Номер записи: 52
25-02-2021 дата публикации

Rake Device for a Three Wheel Motorcycle

Номер: US20210053650A1
Автор: Reineck Ryan
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A method of modifying the rake angle on a motorcycle having a double wishbone front suspension. The motorcycle has a tubular steering housing connected to a non-telescoping fork assembly by a straight body steering stem. The method includes the step of replacing the straight body steering stem with a canted body steering stem. The canted body steering stem includes (i) a primary section having a steering axis corresponding to a steering axis of the motorcycle; and (ii) a secondary section having a cant axis which varies from the steering axis by between 1° and 16°. 1. A motorcycle steering system configured for connection to a motorcycle frame , the steering system comprising:(a) a tubular steering housing attachable to the motorcycle frame by at least one control arm;(b) a spring assembly positioned either (i) between the control arm and the motorcycle frame, or(ii) between the steering housing and the motorcycle frame;(c) a non-telescoping fork assembly positioned below the steering housing; and(d) a steering stem positioned at least partially within the steering housing and having a secondary section attaching to the fork assembly, the steering stem including an primary section having a steering axis and the secondary section having a cant axis, wherein the cant axis varies from the steering axis by between at least 1° and about 12°.2. The motorcycle steering system of claim 1 , wherein the steering stem has a first bearing surface engaging bearings at a lower end of the steering housing and the steering stem transitions to the cant axis below the bearing surface.3. The motorcycle steering system of claim 2 , wherein the steering stem has a second bearing surface engaging bearings at an upper end of the steering housing.4. The motorcycle steering system of claim 1 , wherein a steering yoke connects to an uppermost portion of the steering stem.5. The motorcycle steering system of claim 1 , wherein at least part of the secondary section of the steering stem inserts ...

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Номер записи: 53
22-02-2018 дата публикации

MOTORCYCLE AND VEHICLE SYSTEMS

Номер: US20180050754A1
Автор: Jacobs Edward
Принадлежит:

A motorcycle includes: a front end subassembly including a fork, a suspension support, a shaft, an axle, and a wheel, wherein the suspension support is coupled to the fork, wherein the shaft is rigid, rectilinear, and extends from the suspension support such that the shaft is (1) parallel to the fork and (2) transverse to the axle, wherein the wheel rotates about the axle; and a seat subassembly including a passenger seat, a gas tank, and a passage, wherein the gas tank is positioned between the passenger seat and the passage, wherein the shaft extends through the passage and thereby solely couples the front end subassembly to the seat subassembly such that the front end subassembly is able to steer the seat subassembly. 1. A motorcycle comprising:a front end subassembly including a fork, a suspension support, a shaft, an axle, and a wheel, wherein the suspension support is coupled to the fork, wherein the shaft is rigid, rectilinear, and extends from the suspension support such that the shaft is (1) parallel to the fork and (2) transverse to the axle, wherein the wheel rotates about the axle; anda seat subassembly including a passenger seat, a gas tank, and a passage, wherein the gas tank is positioned between the passenger seat and the passage, wherein the shaft extends through the passage and thereby solely couples the front end subassembly to the seat subassembly such that the front end subassembly is able to steer the seat subassembly.2. The motorcycle of claim 1 , wherein the gas tank pivots about a first axis toward the passenger seat and away from the passenger seat between a first tank position and a second tank position claim 1 , wherein the gas tank is longitudinally co-aligned with the passenger seat along a second axis when the gas tank is in the first tank position claim 1 , wherein the second axis is non-perpendicular to the shaft claim 1 , wherein the gas tank and the passenger seat define an internal obtuse angle when the gas tank is in the second ...

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Номер записи: 54
23-02-2017 дата публикации

BICYCLE AIR SPRING

Номер: US20170050698A1
Автор: Lampman Brian, McAndrews Michael
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An air spring comprising a pressurized first chamber including a gas, a first piston adjacent the first chamber and configured to slideably move relative to the first chamber, pressurized second chamber adjacent the first piston and opposite the first chamber, the air spring configured such that the first piston moves towards the first chamber during compression of the air spring and the first piston moves away from the first chamber during extension of the air spring, wherein as said first piston moves towards the first chamber during compression of the air spring, said first piston pushes at least a portion of said gas within said first chamber in a direction opposite said first piston, a second piston configured to slideably move relative to the first chamber, a pressurized third chamber adjacent the second piston and opposite the first chamber. 1. (canceled)2. A bicycle comprising:a frame; a first member and a second member, wherein the second member slideably moves relative to the first member when the air spring is compressed or extended;', 'a pressurized first chamber located substantially within the first member;', 'a first piston affixed to an end of the second member and configured to slideably move relative to the first chamber;', 'a pressurized second chamber adjacent the first piston and opposite the first chamber;', 'wherein the first piston is configured to seal the first chamber from the second chamber;', 'the air spring configured such that the first piston decreases the volume of the first chamber during a compression motion of the air spring and the first piston increases the volume of the first chamber during an extension motion of the air spring;', 'a second piston configured adjacent to the first chamber and configured to slideably move within a pressurized third chamber;', 'wherein the first piston is disposed at the end of the second member and the second piston is disposed within the third chamber such that the first and second piston are ...

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Номер записи: 55
21-02-2019 дата публикации

FRAME FOR BICYCLE

Номер: US20190054974A1
Автор: Liu Shao-Chieh, Wu Tzu-Pin, Yi Ching-Sung
Принадлежит: GIANT MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.

A frame for a bicycle includes a front frame, a rear frame, an upper linkage, and a shock absorber. The rear frame is pivoted to the front frame at a main pivot axis. The upper linkage is pivoted to the front frame at a first pivot axis and is pivoted to the rear frame at a second pivot axis. The shock absorber is pivoted to the upper linkage at a third pivot axis and is pivoted to the front frame. When a compression ratio of the shock absorber is in a range between 0% and 60%, a distance variation between a pivot location of the rear frame at the second pivot axis and a pivot location of the rear frame at the main pivot axis reaches a maximum value thereof. 1. A frame for a bicycle comprising:a front frame;a rear frame pivoted to the front frame at a main pivot axis;an upper linkage pivoted to the front frame at a first pivot axis and pivoted to the rear frame at a second pivot axis; anda shock absorber pivoted to the upper linkage at a third pivot axis and pivoted to the front frame, wherein when a compression ratio of the shock absorber is in a range between 0% and 60%, a distance variation between a pivot location of the rear frame at the second pivot axis and a pivot location of the rear frame at the main pivot axis reaches a maximum value thereof.2. The frame for a bicycle according to claim 1 , wherein the shock absorber is pivoted to the front frame at the main pivot axis.3. The frame for a bicycle according to claim 1 , wherein the front frame comprises a seat tube and a down tube claim 1 , the rear frame comprises a seat stay and a chain stay claim 1 , the seat stay is fixed to the chain stay at a rear wheel center claim 1 , the chain stay is pivoted to the down tube at the main pivot axis claim 1 , the upper linkage is pivoted to the seat tube at the first pivot axis and is pivoted to the seat stay at the second pivot axis claim 1 , the shock absorber is pivoted to the down tube claim 1 , and when the compression ratio of the shock absorber is in the ...

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Номер записи: 56
01-03-2018 дата публикации

SUSPENDED TWO-WHEELED VEHICLE FRAME

Номер: US20180057101A1
Автор: Klieber Jochen
Принадлежит:

A suspended two-wheeled vehicle frame and a corresponding two-wheeled vehicle, in particular a bicycle, are disclosed, in which the swing-arm bearing seat comprises a recess for providing clearance or free space for a rear wheel of the suspended two-wheeled vehicle frame. The yoke of said two-wheeled vehicle frame, which extends from the first to the second chainstay, extends below the swing-arm bearing seat provided with a recess. An opening can be arranged at the base of the recess of the swing-arm bearing seat so as to allow the line to be guided through the frame. 1. Suspended two-wheeled vehicle frame comprising a stem and a swing arm , wherein the stem comprises a swing-arm bearing seat , wherein the swing arm comprises a first and a second chainstay , wherein the first and second chainstays are each movably fastened to the swing-arm bearing seat by means of a bearing , wherein the swing-arm bearing seat comprises a recess for providing clearance for a rear wheel of the suspended two-wheeled vehicle frame , and wherein a yoke of the swing arm is provided between the first and the second chainstay , and wherein the yoke extends from the first to the second chainstay , below the swing-arm bearing seat.2. Suspended two-wheeled vehicle frame according to claim 1 , wherein the first chainstay comprises a first chain-stay head and the second chainstay comprises a second chain-stay head claim 1 , at which heads the swing arm is fastened to the swing-arm bearing seat claim 1 , and wherein the first and the second chain-stay head are each formed as deep-drawn chain-stay heads that extend downwards from an axis of rotation of the bearing.3. Suspended two-wheeled vehicle frame according to claim 1 , wherein the swing-arm bearing seat is formed as an immovable claim 1 , single-piece claim 1 , non-pivotable portion of a main frame of the two-wheeled vehicle frame.4. Suspended two-wheeled vehicle frame according to claim 1 , wherein at least one opening for line feedthrough ...

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Номер записи: 57
02-03-2017 дата публикации

Vibration Damper With Level Control

Номер: US20170057591A1
Автор: ACKERMANN Nobert, BENDER Burkhard, Kirchner Holger
Принадлежит:

A suspension system includes a spring support for a vehicle support spring. A spring collar supporting the vehicle support spring is selectively adjustable with respect to position by a pressurized-medium supply with the aim of adjusting the level of a vehicle body. The spring support is constructed as a hydropneumatic spring having a hydraulic volume, which can likewise be adjusted relative to a pneumatic storage element. 115.-. (canceled)16. A suspension system comprising:a vehicle support spring;a spring support configured as hydropneumatic spring having a hydraulic volume that can be adjusted relative to a pneumatic storage element and configured to support the vehicle support spring; anda spring collar supporting the vehicle support spring is selectively adjustable with respect to position by a pressurized-medium supply to adjust a level of a vehicle body.17. The suspension system according to claim 16 , wherein spring collar comprises spring collar adjusting elements and a pressurized medium for the spring collar and a hydraulic medium of the hydropneumatic spring are identical.18. The suspension system according to claim 17 , wherein the spring collar adjusting elements and the supply of hydraulic medium for the hydropneumatic spring have a common pressurized medium pump.19. The suspension system according to claim 18 , wherein the suspension system has at least two pressurized-medium lines to the adjustable units claim 18 , an outlet line claim 18 , and a pump line claim 18 , wherein the lines are controllable through a switching valve arrangement.20. The suspension system according to claim 19 , wherein the switching valve arrangement has separate switching valves at least for two pressurized-medium lines.21. The suspension system according to claim 19 , wherein the switching valve arrangement is configured as a switching valve block.22. The suspension system according to claim 19 , wherein the at least one of the at least two pressurized-medium lines to ...

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Номер записи: 58
02-03-2017 дата публикации

BICYCLE DAMPER

Номер: US20170057592A1
Автор: McAndrews Michael
Принадлежит:

A damper for a bicycle, having a primary unit including a damper tube, a piston rod that supports a main piston, a reservoir tube that is outside of the compression chamber of the primary tube, and an inertial valve within the reservoir tube. The damper also includes a flow path connecting the reservoir fluid chamber and the compression chamber of the primary tube. The damper also may have a damping valve in the reservoir tube. When the inertia valve is open, the damping valve opens before flow through the inertia valve is maximized. The main piston and the damper tube at least partially define a compression chamber and a rebound chamber. The main piston is movable within the damper chamber of the primary unit. The reservoir tube includes a reservoir fluid chamber. The inertial valve is responsive to terrain-induced forces and not responsive to rider-induced forces when the shock absorber is assembled to the bicycle. 1. (canceled)2. A method of damping motion using a damper coupled to a bicycle frame , the damper comprising a primary unit and a reservoir tube , the reservoir tube positioned outside of a damper tube of the primary unit , the damper tube and reservoir tube fluidly coupled by a flow path , the method comprising:providing a damping fluid within a compression chamber of the damper tube, the compression chamber defined at least partially by a wall of the damper tube and a main piston movably positioned within the damper tube;resisting, by the damping fluid, movement of the main piston within the damper tube in a direction that reduces a size of the compression chamber; opening, responsive to a terrain-induced force, an inertia valve within the reservoir tube, the opening of the inertia valve allowing at least some fluid to flow from the compression chamber of the damper tube into a reservoir chamber of the reservoir tube through the inertia valve; and', 'allowing, responsive to a 50 pounds or greater force being applied to a damping valve within the ...

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Номер записи: 59
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Saddle riding vehicle

Номер: US20210061390A1
Автор: Hironori Nakamura, Naoki Kobayashi, Yoshiyuki Imai
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

In a saddle riding vehicle including: a swing arm that supports a rear wheel; a sprocket disposed at the rear wheel; and a chain that meshes with the sprocket to thereby drive the rear wheel, the rear wheel includes a rear wheel-side protruding portion that protrudes from the sprocket to an outside in a vehicle width direction, a chain cover fastening portion, to which a chain cover for covering the chain is fastened, is disposed on the outside in the vehicle width direction with respect to the rear wheel-side protruding portion and protrudes to an inside in the vehicle width direction, and the chain cover fastening portion is disposed at a position at which the chain cover fastening portion overlaps the rear wheel-side protruding portion in a vehicle side view.

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Номер записи: 60
28-02-2019 дата публикации

INLINE SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING FOR A CYCLE WHEEL SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190061868A1
Автор: Weagle David
Принадлежит:

A trailing link multi-bar suspension assembly for a cycle having improved stability includes a first arm having a first arm fixed pivot and a first arm shock pivot. A shock link has a shock link fixed pivot and a shock link floating pivot. A shock absorber has an inline configuration, a coil spring, a first shock mount and a second shock mount. A wheel carrier has a wheel carrier first pivot and a wheel carrier second pivot spaced apart from one another, and a wheel mount that is adapted to be connected to a wheel. A control link has a control link floating pivot and a control link fixed pivot, the control link floating pivot being pivotably connected to the wheel carrier second pivot, and the control link fixed pivot being pivotably connected to the first arm control pivot. 1. A suspension assembly for a cycle , the suspension assembly comprising:a first arm, the first arm having a first end and a second end, the first arm including a first arm fixed pivot and a first arm shock pivot;a shock link, the shock link having a shock link fixed pivot and a shock link floating pivot spaced apart from one another, the shock link being pivotably connected to the first arm fixed pivot at the shock link fixed pivot such that the shock link is rotatable about the shock link fixed pivot and the shock link fixed pivot remains in a fixed location relative to the first arm while the shock link floating pivot is movable relative to the first arm;an inline shock absorber having a damper body and a coil spring, the coil spring being sequentially arranged along a substantially common central axis with the damper body, the shock absorber including a first shock mount and a second shock mount, the first shock mount being connected to the first arm shock pivot, the second shock mount being pivotably connected to a shock connection pivot located between the shock link fixed pivot and the shock link floating pivot along a length of the shock link;a wheel carrier, the wheel carrier having a ...

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Номер записи: 61
12-03-2015 дата публикации

RECIPROCATING RAIL MOVEMENT SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20150069735A1
Автор: Hoogendoorn Steven W., Zawistowski Peter
Принадлежит:

Generally, examples described herein may take the form of a bicycle including a front frame, a rear frame operably associated with the front frame and configured for coupling to a rear wheel, and a suspension system operably associated with the front frame and the rear frame. The suspension system includes a first connection structure operably coupling the front frame to the rear frame and a first sliding body pivotally coupled to the rear frame and configured to travel in a first direction along a substantially linear travel path and in a second direction opposite the first direction along the substantially linear travel path as the suspension system is compressed. 1. A bicycle comprising:a front frame;a rear frame operably associated with the front frame and configured for coupling to a rear wheel; anda suspension system operably associated with the front frame and the rear frame, the suspension system comprising:a first connection structure operably coupling the front frame to the rear frame; anda first sliding body pivotally coupled to the rear frame and configured to travel in a first direction along a substantially linear travel path and in a second direction opposite the first direction along the substantially linear travel path as the suspension system is compressed.2. The bicycle of claim 1 , wherein the first sliding body is configured to engage a first rail.3. The bicycle of any of or claim 1 , wherein the first connection structure comprises a second sliding body configured to engage a second rail.4. The bicycle of any of or claim 1 , wherein the first connection structure comprises a link.5. The bicycle of claim 4 , wherein the link is a rocker link configured to rotate around a fixed pivot axis.6. The bicycle of claim 4 , wherein the link is configured to rotate in a clockwise direction.7. The bicycle of claim 4 , wherein the link is configured to rotate in a counter-clockwise direction.8. The bicycle of any of or claim 4 , wherein the bicycle further ...

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Номер записи: 62
10-03-2016 дата публикации

MOTORCYCLE

Номер: US20160068219A1
Автор: OZEKI Hisashi
Принадлежит:

A motorcycle having a crankcase supporting a crankshaft of an engine, a driving force transmission device at an intermediate position between the crankshaft and a driving wheel to transmit rotational force from the crankshaft, and a swing arm that swingably supports the driving wheel, wherein the driving force transmission device includes a continuously variable transmission provided with an endless flexible member stretched between a drive pulley and a driven pulley, and a continuously variable transmission case covering the continuously variable transmission, and wherein the swing arm includes a pivot portion provided on one end side of the swing arm to be swingably attached to a vehicle body frame or the crankcase, and a driving wheel support portion provided on another end side of the swing arm to rotatably support the driving wheel. 1. A motorcycle including a crankcase that supports a crankshaft of an engine , a driving force transmission device that is provided at an intermediate position between the crankshaft and a driving wheel to transmit rotational force from the crankshaft to the driving wheel , and a swing arm that swingably supports the driving wheel ,wherein the driving force transmission device comprises a continuously variable transmission provided with an endless flexible member stretched between a drive pulley and a driven pulley, and a continuously variable transmission case covering the continuously variable transmission, in which a rotating center shaft of the driven pulley is arranged behind and above a rotating center shaft of the drive pulley in a side view of a vehicle as a motorcycle, andwherein the swing arm includes a pivot portion that is provided on one end side of the swing arm to be swingably attached to a vehicle body frame or the crankcase, and a driving wheel support portion provided on another end side of the swing arm to rotatably support the driving wheel, in which the pivot portion is positioned below a lower surface of the ...

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Номер записи: 63
27-02-2020 дата публикации

Bicycle frame assembly

Номер: US20200062333A1
Автор: Clark A. Wallace
Принадлежит: Individual

There is provided a bicycle assembly including a front frame portion having at least one front frame support member. The bicycle assembly also includes a rear frame portion having at least one upper rear frame support member and at least one lower rear frame support member. At least one junction member is removably coupled with the front frame support member, the junction member having a lower frame member coupling end portion and an upper frame member coupling end portion. The lower rear frame support member is coupled with the lower frame member coupling end portion. The upper rear frame support member is coupled with the junction member between the lower frame member coupling end portion and the upper frame member coupling end portion. There is thereby provided a modular bicycle frame assembly wherein components may be removed and replaced to accommodate user biomechanics and terrain aspects.

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Номер записи: 64
11-03-2021 дата публикации

BICYCLE REAR SUSPENSION

Номер: US20210070391A1
Автор: Bowers Jeffrey Keith, Chamberlain Jason Loy, Robinson Brian Daniel, Warnery Etienne
Принадлежит:

A bicycle comprises a front wheel; a rear wheel; a frame comprising a main frame portion and an articulating frame portion, the articulating frame portion comprising: a lower arm pivotally supported at a first axis by the main frame portion; an upper frame link pivotally supported at a second axis by the main frame portion; an upper arm pivotally coupled to the upper frame link at a third axis; an upper shock link pivotally coupled to the upper frame link and the upper arm at the third axis; and a lower shock link pivotally coupled to the main frame portion and the lower arm at the first axis; and a shock absorber having a first end pivotally supported at a fourth axis by the main frame portion, and a second end pivotally supported at a fifth axis by the upper shock link and the lower shock link. 110.-. (canceled)11. A bicycle , comprising:a front wheel;a rear wheel;a frame comprising a main frame portion and an articulating frame portion, said articulating frame portion carrying said rear wheel, said articulating frame portion having a relaxed configuration and a compressed configuration; a lower arm pivotally supported at a first axis by the main frame portion;', 'an upper frame link pivotally supported at a second axis by the main frame portion;', 'an upper arm pivotally coupled to the upper frame link and the lower arm;', 'an upper shock link pivotally supported at a third axis by one or both of the upper frame link and the upper arm; and', 'a lower shock link pivotally coupled to the main frame portion; and, 'the articulating frame portion comprisinga shock absorber having a first end and a second end, the first end pivotally supported at a fourth axis by the main frame portion, the second end pivotally supported at a fifth axis by the upper shock link and the lower shock link, the shock absorber configured to bias the articulating frame portion to the relaxed configuration;wherein the first axis is positioned forward of the second axis when the bicycle is ...

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Номер записи: 65
12-03-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND APPARATUS FOR A THREE-WHEELED VEHICLE

Номер: US20150073643A1
Автор: CANNI Adam J., HALL Merrill C.
Принадлежит: TANOM MOTORS, LLC

An apparatus includes a vehicle frame, a swing arm and a fuel tank. The vehicle frame includes a front portion and a rear portion and defines a longitudinal centerline therebetween. The front portion is configured to support a recumbent seat. The rear portion is configured to be coupled to the swing arm and. The swing arm defines a longitudinal centerline and includes a wheel mounting portion configured to be coupled to a wheel assembly. The wheel mounting portion defines a radial axis that is substantially coaxial with the longitudinal centerline of the vehicle frame in at least one plane. The fuel tank is coupled to the rear portion of the vehicle frame such that the fuel tank is above the longitudinal centerline of the swing arm. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a vehicle frame defining a longitudinal centerline, the vehicle frame including a front portion configured to support a recumbent seat, an engine mounting portion disposed behind the front portion and configured to support an engine, and a rear portion disposed behind the engine mounting portion;a swing arm coupled to the rear portion of the vehicle frame, the swing arm including a wheel mounting portion configured to be coupled to a wheel assembly such that a rear wheel axis defined by the wheel mounting portion is substantially coaxial with the longitudinal centerline of the vehicle frame in at least one plane; anda fuel tank coupled to the rear portion of the vehicle frame such that the fuel tank is above at least a portion of the engine mounting portion and a longitudinal axis defined by the swing arm, at least a portion of the fuel tank being disposed above the wheel mounting portion such that a plane perpendicular to a vehicle support surface intersecting the rear wheel axis intersects the portion of the fuel tank.2. An apparatus , comprising:a vehicle frame defining a longitudinal centerline, the vehicle frame having a front portion configured to support a recumbent seat, and an engine mounting portion ...

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Номер записи: 66
19-03-2015 дата публикации

Electric vehicle

Номер: US20150075888A1
Автор: Axel Vollmer, Joseph Bertrand, Roger Evans, Terence Duncan
Принадлежит: Mahindra Tractor Assembly Inc

An electric vehicle, such as an electric scooter, includes a seat that is adjustable for riding in a seated or leaning riding position. The electric vehicle also includes a removable battery pack that includes the controls for the vehicle. The electric vehicle also includes a storage tub with an expandable storage area depending upon the position of the seat.

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Номер записи: 67
19-03-2015 дата публикации

ELECTRIC VEHICLE

Номер: US20150075889A1
Автор: EGUCHI Teppei
Принадлежит:

An electric vehicle, such as an electric motorcycle, which includes a vehicle body; a vehicle body frame having a head pipe that holds a front wheel in a steerable manner; a swing arm holding a rear wheel in a swingable manner in a vertical direction of the vehicle body; an electric motor arranged to a substantially central portion between the front wheel and the rear wheel; a battery arranged in a space between the head pipe and the electric motor and inside the vehicle body frame in a manner deviated to either one of sides in a width direction of the vehicle body; and a rear suspension tilted forward and arranged inside the vehicle body frame and above the electric motor in a manner deviated to another one of the sides in the width direction of the vehicle body. 1. An electric vehicle comprising:a vehicle body;a vehicle body frame having a head pipe that holds a front wheel in a steerable manner;a swing arm holding a rear wheel in a swingable manner in a vertical direction of the vehicle body;an electric motor arranged to a substantially central portion between the front wheel and the rear wheel;a battery arranged in a space between the head pipe and the electric motor and inside the vehicle body frame in a manner deviated to either one of sides in a width direction of the vehicle body; anda rear suspension tilted forward and arranged inside the vehicle body frame and above the electric motor in a manner deviated another one of the sides in the width direction of the vehicle body, the rear suspension suspending the swing arm on the vehicle body frame and being overlapped with the battery in a side view of the vehicle.2. The electric vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the rear suspension is surrounded by the electric motor claim 1 , the battery and electric components arranged above the rear suspension.3. The electric vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the vehicle body frame is a joined member of a pair of half bodies divided into two parts in the width ...

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Номер записи: 68
17-03-2016 дата публикации

MULTI-LINK VEHICLE SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20160075397A1
Автор: Juan Ching, LU Jian-Cheng
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A multi-link suspension includes a frame member, a first member pivotably coupled at a first end to the frame member, and a second member pivotably coupled at a first end to a second end of the first member. A dampener physically couples between the first member and the second member. The dampener limits the rotation of the second member about the second end of the first member to a defined arc. The first member includes a horizontal upper surface to which an electric traction motor providing a shaft output attaches. A power transmission system, such as a flexible belt, couples the shaft output provided by the electric traction motor to a drive hub rotatably attached to a second end of the second member. 1. A vehicle chassis comprising:a frame member having a longitudinal axis, an upper surface, a lower surface, and a first end and a second end disposed along the longitudinal axis of the frame member; the first end of the first member pivotably coupled at a first pivot point to the lower surface of the frame member at a location intermediate between the first member first end and the first member second end; and', 'the first member continuously pivotable through a first arc about the first pivot point, the first arc defined by a first angle measured between the longitudinal axis of the frame member and the longitudinal axis of the first member;, 'a first member having a longitudinal axis and a first end and a second end disposed along the longitudinal axis of the first member,'}a second member having a longitudinal axis and a first end and a second end disposed along the longitudinal axis of the second member, wherein the first end of the second member pivotably couples to the second end of the first member;a wheel mount member pivotably coupled to the second end of the second member; and wherein the first end of the third member pivotably couples to a stanchion member physically affixed to the first member; and', 'wherein the second end of the third member ...

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Номер записи: 69
15-03-2018 дата публикации

EBIKE FRAME WITH SPEED SENSOR

Номер: US20180072378A1
Автор: Lentz Daniel, Pallure Marc, Patureau Vincent, Sonderegger Marco, Talavasek Jan
Принадлежит:

The present invention provides a bicycle comprising a wheel, a frame including a wheel support supported by the wheel, a motor mounted to the frame, and a speed sensor mounted to the wheel support. Preferably, the wheel is a rear wheel and the wheel support is a rear wheel support. The speed sensor is positioned to sense rotation of the rear wheel. In one embodiment, the frame can also include a chainstay and a seatstay, and the rear wheel support couples the chainstay to the seatstay. Preferably, the rear wheel support includes an inner face, and the speed sensor is secured to the inner face. For example, the rear wheel support can be a left rear wheel support and the entirety of the speed sensor is not visible from a left side of the bicycle. 1. A bicycle comprising:a wheel;a frame including a wheel support supported by the wheel;a motor mounted to the frame; anda speed sensor mounted to the wheel support.2. A bicycle as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the wheel is a rear wheel and the wheel support is a rear wheel support3. A bicycle as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the frame further includes a chainstay and a seatstay claim 2 , and wherein the rear wheel support couples the chainstay to the seatstay.4. A bicycle as set forth in claim 3 , wherein the speed sensor is positioned to sense rotation of the rear wheel.5. A bicycle as set forth in claim 4 , wherein the rear wheel support includes an inner face claim 4 , and wherein the speed sensor is secured to the inner face.6. A bicycle as set forth in claim 5 , wherein the rear wheel support is a left rear wheel support and wherein the entirety of the speed sensor is not visible from a left side of the bicycle. The present invention relates to frames for ebikes and specifically to an ebike frame that is adapted to support a speed sensor.It is known to provide a bicycle with an electric motor and battery in order to supplement the pedaling power provided by the user. Such electric motors can be secured to or ...

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Номер записи: 70
15-03-2018 дата публикации

EBIKE BATTERY MOUNT

Номер: US20180072379A1
Автор: Lentz Daniel, Pallure Marc, Patureau Vincent, Sonderegger Marco, Talavasek Jan
Принадлежит:

A bicycle comprises a wheel, a frame supported on the wheel and including a tube hole, a motor mounted to the frame, a battery including battery hole extending completely through the battery, and a battery mounting pin extending through the battery hole and tube hole to secure the battery to the frame. In one embodiment, the tube includes spaced-apart first and second walls, with the tube hole through the first wall and a threaded hole through the second wall and aligned with the tube hole. Preferably, the battery mounting pin includes a threaded end, and the battery mounting pin is positioned through the tube hole and through the battery hole with the threaded end threaded into the threaded hole. The invention is also embodied in a method of mounting a battery to an ebike including the steps of aligning the battery hole with the tube hole and inserting a battery mounting pin through the tube hole and completely through the battery hole. 1. A bicycle comprising:a wheel;a frame supported on the wheel and including a tube hole;a motor mounted to the frame;a battery including battery hole extending completely through the battery, wherein the battery hole is aligned with the tube hole; anda battery mounting pin extending through the battery hole and tube hole to secure the battery to the frame.2. A bicycle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the frame includes a tube having a tube recess and wherein the battery is at least partially positioned in the tube recess.3. A bicycle as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the tube hole is in a portion of the tube that also includes the tube recess.4. A bicycle as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the tube includes spaced-apart first and second walls claim 3 , wherein the tube hole is through the first wall claim 3 , and wherein the frame further includes a threaded hole through the second wall and aligned with the tube hole.5. A bicycle as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the battery hole is aligned with both the tube hole and the threaded hole.6. ...

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Номер записи: 71
15-03-2018 дата публикации

EBIKE BATTERY WITH INTEGRAL CONTROL PANEL

Номер: US20180072380A1
Автор: Lentz Daniel, Pallure Marc, Patureau Vincent, Sonderegger Marco, Talavasek Jan
Принадлежит:

The present invention provides an ebike comprising a wheel, a frame supported on the wheel, a motor for driving the wheel, and a battery for powering the motor. The battery includes a control panel that facilitates control of operation of the battery. For example, the control panel can include a power button to turn the battery on or off, plus and minus buttons to select different modes of the battery, and/or a series of lights that indicate a battery charge. Preferably, the series of lights form a closed loop around the power button and/or plus and minus buttons. 1. A bicycle comprising:a wheel;a frame supported on the wheel;a motor for driving the wheel; anda battery for powering the motor, wherein the battery includes a control panel that facilitates control of operation of the battery.2. A bicycle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the control panel includes a power button to turn the battery on or off.3. A bicycle as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the control panel further includes a series of lights that indicate a battery charge.4. A bicycle as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the series of lights form a closed loop around the power button.5. A bicycle as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the control panel further includes plus and minus buttons to select different modes of the battery.6. A bicycle as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the plus and minus buttons are on opposing sides of the power button.7. A bicycle as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the control panel includes a series of lights that indicate a battery charge.8. A bicycle as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the series of lights form a closed loop around the power button and plus and minus buttons.9. A bicycle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the control panel includes plus and minus buttons to select different modes of the battery.10. A bicycle as claimed in claim 9 , wherein the control panel includes a series of lights that indicate a battery charge.11. A bicycle as claimed in claim 10 , wherein the series of lights ...

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Номер записи: 72
24-03-2022 дата публикации

BICYCLE REAR SUSPENSION

Номер: US20220089246A1
Автор: Hudec Christopher
Принадлежит:

Rear suspension system for a bicycle in which there are two links pivotally interconnecting the front triangle (being, the bicycle component having the seat and bottom bracket) and the rear triangle (being, the component to which the rear wheel is mounted), configured such that at a designer determined percentage of suspension compression, the link pivots on the front triangle are on, or in the vicinity of, a notional line passing through the bottom bracket axis of rotation and the rear wheel axis of rotation. 1. A bicycle suspension system for attaching a rear wheel with a rear wheel axle defining a rear wheel axis of rotation , to a front triangle , being a component of a bicycle equipped with the suspension system , having a bottom bracket defining a bottom bracket axis of rotation , the bicycle having a right side being on the right hand side when the bicycle is viewed from the rear , the bicycle suspension system comprising:a rear triangle to which the rear wheel axle is mounted;a shock absorber interposed between the front triangle and the rear triangle;{'claim-text': ['pivotally connected to the front triangle at a first link front triangle pivot defining a first link front triangle pivot axis; and', 'connected directly or indirectly to the rear triangle at a first link rear triangle pivot;'], '#text': 'a first link:'}{'claim-text': ['pivotally connected to the front triangle at a second link front triangle pivot defining a second link front triangle pivot axis; and', 'connected directly or indirectly to the rear triangle at a second link rear triangle pivot;'], '#text': 'a second link:'}whereby, the suspension system is reversibly compressible from 0% compression, being an unloaded at-rest position, to 100% compression; andwherein:at an optimized suspension compression, both of the first link front triangle pivot axis and the second link front triangle pivot axis are on a line parallel to, and no more than 30 mm from, a notional line passing through the rear ...

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Номер записи: 73
07-03-2019 дата публикации

MOTORCYCLE MONOSHOCK SYSTEMS

Номер: US20190071148A1
Автор: MOOS Christopher Jahn
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A monoshock mount assembly allows conversion of the rear suspension system of a motorcycle from any existing configuration to a monoshock configuration that uses a single shock absorber. The monoshock mount assembly replaces factory-standard frame and suspension components. A body mount assembly attaches to existing attachment points of the motorcycle frame and provides structural support for bodywork, electrical and suspension components, and Other components. A swing arm pivotably attaches to the motorcycle frame and provides a lower shock mount, which may be offset from the centerline of the motor-cycle. An upper brace attaches to the same attachment points as the body mount assembly and provides an upper shock mount that cooperates with the lower shock mount to mount the single shock absorber in a position where the shock absorber can operate normally without contacting motorcycle components supported by the body mount assembly. 1. A replacement shock mount assembly for a motorcycle having a factory configuration that includes a frame and a rear subframe attached to the frame via a plurality of attachment points , the replacement shock mount assembly comprising: a first front member that attaches to the frame at a first of the plurality of attachment points;', 'a second front member that attaches to the frame at a second of the plurality of attachment points, the second front member spaced a first distance laterally from the first front member;', 'a first brace spanning the first distance and providing structural support to the body mount assembly;', 'a battery mount that structurally supports a battery of the motorcycle, the battery mount attached to the first front member; and', 'a manifold mount that structurally supports one or both of a manifold and a valve assembly, the manifold mount attached to the second front member;, 'a body mount assembly that structurally supports one or more bodywork components of the motorcycle, the body mount assembly comprisinga ...

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Номер записи: 74
16-03-2017 дата публикации

COLLAPSIBLE CRASH SAFETY SYSTEMS FOR THREE-WHEELED VEHICLES

Номер: US20170073008A1
Автор: Padhye Mandar
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The present invention describes an enclosed structure to a 3 wheeler vehicle to provide crash-worthiness (i.e. protection in case of vehicular crash). The structure is further integrated into a crash protection system that absorbs and diverts the crash forces away from it's occupants thus reducing chance of injury and harm to its occupants. 1A passenger compartment;At least one swing arm; andWherein the rear wheels are attached to the passenger compartment via the swing arms.. A three-wheeled vehicle comprising of; The present invention is in the technical field of automotive safety. More particularly, the present invention relates to collapsible crash safety systems in three-wheeled vehicles.When considering road faring vehicles as a mode of transportation the degree and quality of passenger safety are often of the most important features that are evaluated. Naturally single or dual occupancy vehicles such as motorcycles and micro-cars (e.g. Smart Cars), while appreciated for their low fuel consumption and easy maneuverability, are impractical choices due to safety concerns.For instance during the operation of a conventional motorcycle, the driver and/or passenger is at severe risk of injury or death in case of even minor accident scenarios such as a frontal or rear crash, rollover, getting struck with an object, or getting hit by another vehicle while changing lanes on the road. This risk is primarily because the occupant is exposed out to open environment without any rigid and strong protection. Conversely micro-cars offer enclosed cabins that mitigate the effects of a crash however due to their short and four-wheeled platform they lack the maneuverability offered by motorcycles.Thus there is current an impending need for a vehicle safety system that blends the maneuverability of a motorcycle while providing the security of an enclosed passenger compartment.The present invention fulfills these and other shortcomings through integrating of an enclosed structure to ...

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Номер записи: 75
05-03-2020 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY FRAME STRUCTURE FOR SADDLE RIDING VEHICLE

Номер: US20200070925A1
Автор: USA Masanori
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In a vehicle body frame structure for a saddle riding vehicle, including an engine, a vehicle body frame that supports the engine, and a swing arm that supports a rear wheel. The vehicle body frame includes a head pipe, a main frame that extends from the head pipe toward a rear of the vehicle along a path superior to the engine, a down frame that extends from the head pipe downwardly along a path anterior to the engine, a lower frame that extends from a lower portion of the down frame toward the rear of the vehicle along a path inferior to the engine, and a pivot support member that extends from a rear portion of the lower frame upwardly up to a position of a pivot shaft that rotatably supports the swing arm. The pivot support member includes a pivot support portion that supports the pivot shaft. 1. A vehicle body frame structure for a saddle riding vehicle , including an engine , a vehicle body frame that supports the engine , and a swing arm that supports a rear wheel , wherein a head pipe;', 'a main frame that extends from the head pipe toward a rear of the vehicle along a path superior to the engine;', 'a down frame that extends from the head pipe downwardly along a path anterior to the engine;', 'a lower frame that extends from a lower portion of the down frame toward the rear of the vehicle along a path inferior to the engine; and', 'a pivot support member that extends from a rear portion of the lower frame upwardly up to a position of a pivot shaft that rotatably supports the swing arm, and, 'the vehicle body frame includesthe pivot support member includes a pivot support portion that supports the pivot shaft.2. The vehicle body frame structure for a saddle riding vehicle according to claim 1 , further comprising:a rear suspension that suspends the swing arm on the vehicle body frame, whereinthe rear suspension has a lower end supported by the pivot support member via a link and an upper end supported by a rear end portion of the main frame.3. The vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 76
05-03-2020 дата публикации

Rear suspension system for bicycles

Номер: US20200070930A1
Автор: Noel Buckley
Принадлежит: 668598 Bc Ltd

A rear suspension system for bicycles, such as freeride, downhill and trail-style mountain bikes. The suspension system includes a rear suspension for coupling the rear wheel of the bicycle to the bicycle frame, a rear shock absorber disposed entirely in front of the seat tube of the frame and a linkage for operatively coupling the rear suspension to the rear shock absorber. The linkage intersects the longitudinal axis of the seat tube for transmitting rear suspension forces around the seat tube to the rear shock absorber. The seat tube is preferably continuous and is disposed so that the bicycle seat is adjustable over a full range of seat positions. Additionally, the seat tube and rear suspension system are configured so that the rear wheel and rear suspension will not contact the seat tube, seat, or bicycle rider even when the rear suspension system is in a fully compressed, forward position.

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Номер записи: 77
18-03-2021 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE BICYCLE SUSPENSION

Номер: US20210078669A1
Автор: Chamberlain Jason L., McDonald Jason
Принадлежит:

A bicycle assembly can include a bicycle frame having a main frame and a sub-frame, and a shock absorber assembly. The shock absorber assembly can comprise a shock absorber and an extension body. The sub-frame can rotate in relation to the main frame and the shock absorber assembly can be used to regulate that relationship. An eccentric insert positioned functionally between the shock absorber and extension body can be used to modify the overall length of the shock absorber assembly to beneficially alter the geometry of the bicycle frame. 1. A bicycle assembly comprising:a main frame comprising a seat tube, a head tube and an intermediate tube connecting the seat tube and the head tube;a sub-frame configured to rotate with respect to the main frame, wherein the sub-frame defines a location for mounting a rear wheel; a shock absorber, the shock absorber having first and second opposing ends and first and second eyelets at each end, the first eyelet at the first end connected to the main frame and defining a first suspension assembly pivot axis;', 'an extension body, the extension body having a first end connected to the shock absorber at the second eyelet and a second end comprising a pair of extension arms connected to the sub-frame and defining a second suspension assembly pivot axis;', 'an eccentric insert coupled between the shock absorber and the extension body, the eccentric insert having a cylindrical body at least partially disposed within the second eyelet of the shock absorber, and a pin aperture disposed through the cylindrical body, wherein an axis of the pin aperture is offset from an axis of the cylindrical body; and', 'a pin coupling the extension body and the shock absorber, the pin extending through an aperture of the extension body, the pin aperture of the eccentric insert, and the second eyelet of the shock absorber;, 'a suspension assembly for controlling rotation of the sub-frame with respect to the main frame, the suspension assembly ...

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Номер записи: 78
18-03-2021 дата публикации

Four Bar Rear Suspension for a Bicycle

Номер: US20210078670A1
Автор: Jeffrey Soncrant
Принадлежит: Individual

A bicycle frame is adapted to provide suspension to a human user. The bicycle frame has a top tube and down tube connected to a head tube. A seat tube, fixed to the top tube and down tube connects to the bottom bracket. A chain stay is rotatably coupled to the seat tube at a chain stay pivot. A seat stay is rotatably coupled to the seat tube at a seat stay pivot. An upper shock mount is attached to a distal end of the seat stay forward of the seat stay pivot. A lower shock mount is attached to the chain stay rearward of the seat stay pivot. A shock is connected to the upper shock mount and the lower shock mount passing the seat tube from forward to rearward. A rear axle plate is attached to the seat stay and the chain stay and configured to accommodate a rear axle.

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Номер записи: 79
24-03-2016 дата публикации

BICYCLE REAR SUSPENSION

Номер: US20160083042A1
Автор: Voss Darrell W.
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The vehicle includes a frame member to be suspended relative to the ground. The suspension of the invention includes an arm (such as a swingarm), a slide link, and a control link. The arm having a first end and a second end; it extends between the frame generally at the first end and the ground-engaging member generally at the second end. The slide link is coupled between the frame and the arm. The slide link is rotationally fixed to the arm to rotationally move therewith. It is pivotally secured to the frame. The control link is also coupled to the frame and to the arm. 1. A suspension for a vehicle for traveling over ground on a ground-engaging member , the vehicle having a frame member to be suspended relative to the ground , the suspension comprising:an arm having a first end and a second end, the arm extending between the frame generally at the first end and the ground-engaging member generally at the second end;a slide link coupled to the frame and to the arm, the slide link being rotationally fixed to the arm to rotationally move therewith, the slide link being pivotally secured to the frame; anda control link coupled to the frame and to the arm.2. The suspension of claim 1 , wherein the ground-engaging member follows a suspension travel path and wherein the slide link includes a slider that follows a path is oriented within about 30 degrees of parallel to the suspension travel path.3. The suspension of claim 2 , wherein the slider follows a linear path relative to the arm.4. The suspension of claim 3 , wherein the slide link includes a cylinder mated with the slider.5. The suspension of claim 4 , wherein the slide link includes a spring with the cylinder.6. The suspension of claim 5 , wherein the slide link is a pull shock.7. The suspension of claim 5 , wherein the slide link is a compression shock.8. The suspension of claim 5 , wherein the cylinder houses a damping fluid.9. The suspension of claim 5 , wherein the spring is pneumatic.10. The suspension of ...

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Номер записи: 80
24-03-2016 дата публикации

LINK SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20160083043A1
Автор: Zawistowski Peter
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A bicycle includes a frame having a longitudinal axis, a first member, and a first pivot link assembly including a first link configured to rotate around a first pivot point. The first pivot point may have a first axis of rotation that is non-orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the first frame, and the first frame may be coupled with the first member through the first pivot link assembly. Some examples also include a second pivot link assembly including a second link configured to rotate around a second pivot point having an axis of rotation that is non-orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the frame. 1a frame having a longitudinal axis;a first member; anda first pivot link assembly including a first link configured to rotate around a first pivot point, the first pivot point having a first axis of rotation that is non-orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the first frame;wherein the first frame is coupled with the first member through the first pivot link assembly.. A bicycle comprising: This application is a continuation application of U.S. Patent Application No. 13/215,170, filed Aug. 22, 2011, entitled “Link Suspension System,” which claims the benefit of priority pursuant to 35 U.S.C. §119(e) of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/375,278 filed Aug. 20, 2010, entitled “Link Suspension System,” which are each hereby incorporated herein by reference their entirety.1. Technical FieldExamples disclosed herein relate generally to bicycles, and more particularly, to suspension systems for rear wheels of bicycles.2. BackgroundMany bicycles, particularly mountain bicycles, include rear suspension systems. The rear suspension system allows the rear wheel to be displaced relative to the bicycle frame when impact forces are imparted on the rear wheel and, in turn, acts to absorb the impact forces. As such, suspension systems may improve rider comfort, as well as protect the rider and all or part of the bicycle from the roughness of the terrain when traveling or ...

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Номер записи: 81
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Self-Pumping Hydropneumatic Suspension Strut

Номер: US20170080771A1
Автор: HAMPEL Johannes, Kirchner Holger, PRINZ Wolfgang, RUSS Bernhard
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A self-pumping hydropneumatic suspension strut includes a high pressure area and a low pressure area, wherein pressurized medium is exchanged between the high pressure area and the low pressure area via a passive pump device. At least two separate channel systems with connection orifices which determine level position and are controlled depending on the position of a piston rod are provided between the high pressure area and the low pressure area. One of the channel systems can be blocked by a valve device, and wherein the suspension strut has a displacing device with a spring seat for a supporting spring. The displacing device is operated via the working movement of the piston rod. 11. A self-pumping hydropneumatic suspension strut () comprising:{'b': 11', '39, 'a high pressure area (; );'}{'b': '30', 'a low pressure area ();'}{'b': '7', 'a piston rod ();'}{'b': 21', '23', '11', '39', '30, 'a pump device (; ) for exchanging pressurized medium between said high pressure area (; ) and said low pressure area ();'}{'b': 47', '49', '11', '39', '30', '43', '45', '7, 'at least two separate channel systems (; ) between said high pressure area (; ) and said low pressure area (), said at last two channel systems comprising level position determining connection orifices (; ) which are controlled depending on the position of a said piston rod ();'}{'b': 51', '49, 'a valve device () for blocking one of said at last two channel systems ();'}{'b': 55', '57', '59', '55', '7, 'a displacing device () comprising a spring seat () for a supporting spring (); said displacing device () operated by a working movement of said piston rod ().'}2551139. The suspension strut according to claim 1 , wherein said displacing device () is connected to said high pressure area (; ).36755. The suspension strut according to claim 1 , additionally comprising a first stop () for limiting a maximum extended position of said displacing device ().467. The suspension strut according to claim 3 , wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 82
23-03-2017 дата публикации

HIGH PERFORMANCE MOTORCYCLE

Номер: US20170080992A1
Автор: Speicher John M.
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A high performance motorcycle having a frame, engine suspension, and rear wheel drive system that enables rider foot positioning close to the longitudinal centerline of the motorcycle and an overall aerodynamic profile. The engine suspension, centering and damping system allows for lateral movement while damping vibration and unwanted oscillations. The rear wheel drive includes a driven pulley axially disposed on a rear wheel axle, a drive pulley configured to receive motive output from the motorcycle engine, an idler pulley disposed above a line between the axes of rotation of the drive pulley and the rear wheel axle, and a belt or chain disposed around and operatively connecting the drive pulley, the driven pulley and the idler pulley, wherein the idler pulley and the drive pulley configured so as to provide substantially constant tension to a belt or chain over the range of travel of the rear suspension. 1. A high performance motorcycle , comprising:a frame;a front steering, suspension, and wheel assembly pivotally connected to a front portion of said frame;a rear wheel and rear suspension system connected to a rear portion of said frame;an engine;a drivetrain coupling said engine to said rear wheel, said drivetrain including a drive shaft, a clutch, and a gear box;frame mounting elements affixed to said frame;engine mounting elements disposed on an upper portion of said engine and coupled to said frame mounting elements such that said engine is permitted to move laterally relative to the longitudinal centerline of the motorcycle; anda centering spring and damper assembly connecting said engine to said frame, wherein said centering spring and damper assembly limits the range of lateral motion of the engine when lateral forces act on the motorcycle while also damping engine vibration and motion.2. The motorcycle of claim 1 , wherein said engine mounting elements and said frame mounting elements are slidably coupled.3. The motorcycle of claim 2 , wherein said frame ...

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Номер записи: 83
31-03-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE WHEEL ASSEMBLY AND METHOD

Номер: US20220097451A1
Автор: Atzeni Christian
Принадлежит: Invaction S.R.L.

Assembly () comprising at least one vehicle wheel (), adapted to rotate about a vehicle wheel axis (X) and adapted to perform a rolling movement on an advancement surface for the vehicle; at least one further rotating member (), which can be operatively connected to said vehicle wheel (); at least one transmission () adapted to transmit kinetic power between said vehicle wheel () and said at least one further rotating member (); wherein said transmission () achieves a transmission ratio other than +1; at least one braking device () acting on said at least one further rotating member () in order to brake said vehicle wheel () by means of a braking action acting on said at least one further rotating member () which is transmitted to the vehicle wheel () by means of said transmission () 143-. (canceled)44. An assembly comprising:at least one vehicle wheel adapted to rotate about a vehicle wheel axis and adapted to perform an at least rolling movement on a travel surface for a vehicle;at least one further rotating member operatively connected to said at least one vehicle wheel;at least one transmission adapted to transmit mechanical power between said vehicle wheel and said at least one further rotating member, wherein said transmission is configured to achieve a transmission ratio other than +1;at least one braking device acting on said at least one further rotating member in order to brake said vehicle wheel by means of a braking action acting on said at least one further rotating member which is transmitted to the vehicle wheel by means of said transmission;{'b': '4', '#text': 'wherein said braking device includes at least one frictional braking device or an electromagnetic means adapted to apply the braking action on said at least one further rotating member in order to brake said at least one vehicle wheel or to brake said at least one vehicle wheel by braking said at least one further rotating member ().'}45. The assembly according to claim 44 , wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 84
31-03-2022 дата публикации

SHOCK ABSORBER AND SADDLE-TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20220097795A1
Автор: Ikeda Daisuke
Принадлежит: Hitachi Astemo, Ltd.

A shock absorber includes a first damping force generating portion, and a second damping force generating portion. The second damping force generating portion includes a first flow path, an opening and closing member, an adjustment unit which adjusts a position of the opening and closing member in the axial direction, a second flow path which is located at a different position from the first flow path and passes through the piston in the axial direction, and a second valve which is disposed at an end portion of the second flow path at a side of a second end portion which is an end portion at an opposite side to the first end portion in the axial direction, and which opens and closes the second flow path. 1. A shock absorber comprising:a first damping force generating portion which is fixed to a first end portion of a cylinder in an axial direction thereof; anda second damping force generating portion which is disposed to be movable in the axial direction in the cylinder,wherein the cylinder includes an inner cylinder and an outer cylinder,wherein an upper end portion of the inner cylinder and an upper end portion of the outer cylinder are inserted into and held in a damper case,wherein one end of a first communication passage is formed to be opened in the damper case at a position facing an opening of the upper end portion of the inner cylinder, and the first communication passage allows an oil chamber at a first end portion side which is an inner space of the inner cylinder and an oil chamber of the first damping force generating portion to communicate with each other,wherein an opening portion is formed in the damper case, a second communication passage is formed in continuous with the opening portion, and the second communication passage allows an oil chamber of the first damping force generating portion and an annular flow path to communicate with each other, the oil chamber of the first damping force generating portion being different from the oil chamber at ...

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Номер записи: 85
31-03-2022 дата публикации

SHOCK ABSORBER AND SADDLE-TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20220097796A1
Автор: Ikeda Daisuke
Принадлежит: Hitachi Astemo, Ltd.

A shock absorber includes a first damping force generating portion which is fixed to a first end portion of a cylinder in an axial direction thereof, a second damping force generating portion which is disposed to be movable in the axial direction in the cylinder. The second damping force generating portion includes a first flow path which passes through a piston in the axial direction, the piston partitioning a space inside the cylinder, a first valve which opens and closes the first flow path, a first adjustment unit which adjusts a force required to open the first valve, a second flow path which is located at a different position from the first flow path and passes through the piston in the axial direction, a second valve which opens and closes the second flow path, and a second adjustment unit which adjusts a force required to open the second valve. 1. A shock absorber which is provided between a vehicle body and a rear wheel of a saddle-type vehicle , the shock absorber comprising:a first damping force generating portion which is fixed to a first end portion of a cylinder in an axial direction thereof; anda second damping force generating portion which is disposed to be movable in the axial direction in the cylinder,wherein the cylinder includes an inner cylinder and an outer cylinder,wherein an upper end portion of the inner cylinder and an upper end portion of the outer cylinder are inserted into and held in a damper case,wherein one end of a first communication passage formed to be opened in the damper case at a position facing an opening of the upper end portion of the inner cylinder, and the first communication passage allows an oil chamber at a first end portion side which is an inner space of the inner cylinder and an oil chamber of the first damping force generating portion to communicate with each other,wherein an opening portion is formed in the damper case, a second communication passage is formed in continuous with the opening portion, and the second ...

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Номер записи: 86
12-03-2020 дата публикации

Dual sided suspension assembly for a cycle wheel

Номер: US20200079463A1
Автор: David Weagle
Принадлежит: Trvstper Inc

A trailing link multi-bar suspension assembly for a cycle having improved stability includes a first arm having a first side and a second side, a first arm fixed pivot and a first arm shock pivot, the first side and second side defining a wheel opening. A shock link has a shock link fixed pivot and a shock link floating pivot. A shock absorber has an inline configuration, a gas spring, a first shock mount, and a second shock mount, and the shock absorber is substantially located on the first side or second side of the wheel opening. A spring unit, has a gas spring comprising a spring body, a first spring mount and a second spring mount, and the spring unit is substantially located on the first side or second side of the wheel opening A wheel carrier has a wheel carrier first pivot and a wheel carrier second pivot spaced apart from one another, and a wheel mount that is adapted to be connected to a wheel. A control link has a control link floating pivot and a control link fixed pivot, the control link floating pivot being pivotably connected to the wheel carrier second pivot, and the control link fixed pivot being pivotably connected to the first arm control pivot.

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Номер записи: 87
12-03-2020 дата публикации

LINK SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20200079464A1
Автор: Zawistowski Peter
Принадлежит: YETI CYCLING, LLC

A bicycle is provided herein. The bicycle includes a frame having a longitudinal axis. The bicycle includes a first member. The bicycle includes a first pivot link assembly including a first link configured to rotate around a first pivot point. The first pivot point has a first axis of rotation that is non-orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the first frame. The first frame is coupled with the first member through the first pivot link assembly. 1a frame having a longitudinal axis;a first member; anda first pivot link assembly including a first link configured to rotate around a first pivot point, the first pivot point having a first axis of rotation that is non-orthogonal to the longitudinal axis of the first frame;wherein the first frame is coupled with the first member through the first pivot link assembly.. A bicycle comprising: This application is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/425,538, filed Feb. 6, 2017, entitled “Link Suspension System”, which is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/807,636, filed Jul. 23, 2015, entitled “Link Suspension System”, which is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/215,170, filed Aug. 22, 2011, entitled “Link Suspension System,” which claims the benefit of priority pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/375,278 filed Aug. 20, 2010, entitled “Link Suspension System,” which are each hereby incorporated herein by reference their entirety.Examples disclosed herein relate generally to bicycles, and more particularly, to suspension systems for rear wheels of bicycles.Many bicycles, particularly mountain bicycles, include rear suspension systems. The rear suspension system allows the rear wheel to be displaced relative to the bicycle frame when impact forces are imparted on the rear wheel and, in turn, acts to absorb the impact forces. As such, suspension systems may improve rider comfort, as well as protect the ...

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Номер записи: 88
25-03-2021 дата публикации

VALVE MECHANISM AND SHOCK ABSORBER

Номер: US20210088099A1
Автор: FUJIKAWA Yosuke
Принадлежит: Showa Corporation

A valve mechanism includes an orifice collar having a hollow portion penetrating in an axial direction, a valve body having a central hole and an opening portion which penetrate in the axial direction and arranged so as to come into contact with an axial end surface of the orifice collar, and a drive valve which is movable in the axial direction and is arranged on an opposite side of the orifice collar with the valve body as a boundary, where the valve body includes spoke valves, each of which includes an outer frame portion, an inner frame portion, and a plurality of spoke portions connecting the outer frame portion and the inner frame portion, and a protective valve which protects the spoke portion when the spoke portion of the spoke valve is deformed. 1. A valve mechanism , comprising:a tubular body having a hollow portion penetrating in an axial direction;a valve body having a through hole penetrating in the axial direction and arranged so as to come into contact with an axial end surface of the tubular body; and 'the valve body includes,', 'a drive valve which is movable in the axial direction and is arranged on an opposite side of the tubular body with the valve body as a boundary, wherein'}a spoke valve which includes an outer frame portion formed in an annular shape, an inner frame portion formed in an annular shape on an inner side in a radial direction with respect to the outer frame portion, and a plurality of spoke portions connecting the outer frame portion and the inner frame portion, anda protective valve which protects the spoke portion when the spoke portion of the spoke valve is deformed,whereinthe protective valve is a claw valve having an annular outer frame portion and a claw portion protruding inward from the outer frame portion and formed at a position corresponding to the spoke portion of the spoke valve.2. The valve mechanism according to claim 1 , whereinthe valve body is formed by stacking a plurality of the spoke valves, andthe protective ...

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Номер записи: 89
19-06-2014 дата публикации

FRONT WHEEL SUPPORTING STRUCTURE FOR STRADDLE-TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20140167382A1
Автор: ISHII Hiroshi, SAEKI Daisuke
Принадлежит: KAWASAKI JUKOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A front wheel supporting structure for a vehicle comprises a front arm for supporting a front axle and a suspension mechanism for resiliently suppressing vertical swinging motion of the front arm. The suspension mechanism includes a damper member disposed along a lateral direction between a head pipe and the front arm, and a connecting member for connecting the front arm with the damper member such that vertical swinging motion of the front arm is converted into lateral motion of the damper member. 1. A front wheel supporting structure for a vehicle comprising:a front arm for supporting a front axle, the front arm extending rearward from a front axle supporting portion and being able to swing in a vertical direction; anda suspension mechanism for resiliently suppressing vertical swinging motion of the front arm, whereinthe suspension mechanism includes a damper member disposed along a lateral direction between upper and lower directions of a head pipe and the front arm, the head pipe supports handlebars such that the handlebars can angularly move, andthe suspension mechanism further includes a connecting member for connecting the front arm and the damper member to each other such that vertical swinging motion of the front arm is converted into lateral expanding and contracting motion of the damper member.2. The front wheel supporting structure for a vehicle according to claim 1 , whereinthe damper member is located to rearward of the front wheel and the head pipe.3. The front wheel supporting structure for a vehicle according to claim 1 , further comprising a link mechanism which supports a rear end of the front arm on a vehicle body-configuring member claim 1 , whereinthe connecting member is connected to the front arm.4. The front wheel supporting structure for a vehicle according to claim 1 , further comprising one more front arm and one more connecting member claim 1 , whereinthe pair of front arms is respectively disposed on left and right sides of the front ...

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Номер записи: 90
29-03-2018 дата публикации

REAR BRAKE DEVICE OF VEHICLE

Номер: US20180086415A1
Автор: GOGO Kazuhiko, INASE Kosuke, IWATA Masayuki
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A service brake caliper and the parking brake caliper (hereinafter called P caliper) are supported by a swing arm rotatably supporting the rear wheel. The service brake caliper and the P caliper are configured to brake the brake disc. In the rear brake device of the vehicle, the service brake caliper and the P caliper are fixed to a stay member, the stay member being supported by the swing arm. At least some of the service brake caliper and the P caliper are arranged in positions forward of a vehicle body and upward of the vehicle body from an axle of the rear wheel. A first boss and a third boss are arranged on a straight line passing through a center point of the axle. 1. A rear brake device of a vehicle comprising:a brake disc rotating integrally with a rear wheel of the vehicle, anda service brake caliper and a parking brake caliper, the service brake caliper and the parking brake caliper being supported by a swing arm rotatably supporting the rear wheel, the service brake caliper and the parking brake caliper being configured to brake the brake disc,wherein the service brake caliper and the parking brake caliper are fixed to a stay member, the stay member being supported by the swing arm, andat least some of the service brake caliper and the parking brake caliper are arranged in positions forward of a vehicle body and upward of the vehicle body from an axle of the rear wheel.2. The rear brake device of a vehicle according to claim 1 ,wherein the service brake caliper is provided with a first boss, the first boss being provided to fix the service brake caliper to the stay member,the parking brake caliper is provided with a third boss, the third boss being provided to fix the parking brake caliper to the stay member,the third boss is arranged below the first boss, andat least some of the first boss and the third boss are positioned on the same straight line, the straight line being passed through a center point of the axle.3. The rear brake device of a vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 91
31-03-2016 дата публикации

SHOCK ABSORBER

Номер: US20160090146A1
Автор: MIWA Kazuhiro, Murakami Yosuke
Принадлежит: Showa Corporation

A shock absorber includes: a valve body; a valve seat; an actuator; and a fail-safe valve that is urged by a first elastic body. When fluid does not flow, the fail-safe valve is urged by the first elastic body to come into contact with the valve body and close a channel. When the fluid flows, the fail-safe valve is spaced from the valve body by a fluid pressure to open the channel. When the valve body moves most in a valve opening direction, the fail-safe valve is brought into contact with the valve body and the channel is closed, and a supporting portion supports a part of the fail-safe valve. When the fluid flows in this state, at least a part of the fail-safe valve, which is in contact with a non-supporting portion, is spaced from the valve body by the fluid pressure to open the channel. 1. A shock absorber comprising:a cylinder in which fluid is sealed;a piston that is slidably fitted into the cylinder;a piston rod that is coupled to the piston and extends to an outside of the cylinder; anda valve mechanism that controls a flow of the fluid caused by sliding of the piston in the cylinder, a valve body that is urged by urging means in a valve opening direction of a channel in which the fluid flows;', 'a valve seat on which the valve body is seated to close the channel;', 'an actuator that moves the valve body in a valve closing direction with thrust of a solenoid; and', 'a fail-safe valve that is urged by a first elastic body in the valve closing direction of the valve body, at least a part of the fail-safe valve being seated on the valve body to close the channel and being spaced from the valve body to open the channel,, 'wherein the valve mechanism includeswhen the fluid does not flow in the valve opening direction of the valve body, the fail-safe valve is urged by the first elastic body to thereby come into contact with the valve body and close the channel,when the fluid flows in the valve opening direction of the valve body, the fail-safe valve is spaced from ...

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Номер записи: 92
31-03-2016 дата публикации

SUSPENSION

Номер: US20160090147A1
Автор: AWASA Shigeki
Принадлежит: Showa Corporation

An reaction force adjustment member is attached to a suspension including a cylinder, a piston rod which has a piston at one end thereof and which is inserted into the cylinder together with the piston, and a diaphragm which has one end fixed to the cylinder and the other end fixed to the other end of the piston rod and which forms an air chamber around at least the piston rod. The reaction force adjustment member includes a cylindrical member which is provided on an outer circumference of the cylinder surrounded by the diaphragm when the suspension is extended and compressed. An outer circumference surface of the cylindrical member has an uneven surface. 1. A suspension comprising:a cylinder;a piston rod which has a piston at one end thereof and which is inserted into the cylinder together with the piston;a diaphragm which has one end fixed to the cylinder and the other end fixed to the other end of the piston rod and which forms an air chamber around at least the piston rod; anda cylindrical member which is provided on an outer circumference of the cylinder surrounded by the diaphragm when the suspension is extended and compressed, wherein an outer circumference surface of the cylindrical member has an uneven surface.2. The suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the uneven surface of the outer circumference surface of the cylindrical member is formed of a curved surface.3. The suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the uneven surface of the outer circumference surface of the cylindrical member changes in an axial direction.4. The suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the cylindrical member is divided into a plurality of members in a circumferential direction of the cylindrical member and is detachably provided on the outer circumference of the cylinder.5. The suspension according to claim 1 , further comprising:a fixing member which fixes the cylindrical member to the outer circumference of the cylinder.6. The suspension according to claim 5 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 93
21-03-2019 дата публикации

Cycle-type vehicle suspension provided with a resilient element for making it possible to obtain an optimal static compression curve, and optimized resilient element for such suspension

Номер: US20190084642A1
Автор: Matthieu Alfano
Принадлежит: M-Otion Engineering

A vehicle wheel suspension system includes two relatively movable portions and a resilient blade that includes two means for mechanical connection to both relatively movable portions, respectively. The blade has a flexural resilience at least 100 times greater than the tensile resilience, and is resiliently deformable between: a resting state in which the blade has an inwardly curved profile, and a maximally extended state in which the blade has an elongate profile, the length of which corresponds to that of the neutral fiber of the blade, while passing through intermediate extension states in which the blade has profiles that are less and less inwardly curved. The suspension system is deformable between an initial state in which the relatively movable portions are in a close configuration and a compressed state in which the relatively movable portions are in a separated configuration and bias the blade.

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Номер записи: 94
30-03-2017 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE BLOW-OFF SUSPENSION

Номер: US20170087953A1
Автор: FOX Robert C., Laird Andrew
Принадлежит: Fox Factory, Inc.

Altering the damping rate of a vehicle suspension damper. A pressure of a damping fluid is exerted against a second valve mechanism connected to the vehicle suspension damper. The pressure of the damping fluid is increased beyond a threshold of the second valve mechanism that is adjustable by an adjustment member. The adjustment member is exposed through a high pressure side of the vehicle suspension damper. The second valve mechanism is then opened. 1. A vehicle suspension damper for providing a variable damping rate comprising:a reservoir chamber;a compressible chamber in communication with said reservoir chamber;a valve mechanism that opens at a threshold pressure to allow fluid to flow from the compressible chamber to the reservoir chamber;an adjustment member exposed through a high pressure side of said vehicle suspension damper; andan adjuster that is rotationally coupled with said adjustment member to selectively vary the threshold pressure.2. The suspension damper of claim 1 , further comprising a spring interfacing with said adjuster and an actuator claim 1 , said actuator positioned to be in contact with said valve mechanism.3. The vehicle suspension damper of claim 2 , wherein said actuator is configured to be in contact with a blow-off valve of said valve mechanism. This application is a continuation application of and claims priority to and benefit of co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/804,512, filed on Jul. 21, 2015 entitled, “ADJUSTABLE BLOW-OFF SUSPENSION” by Laird et al., having Attorney Docket No. FOX-0033L-US.CON, assigned to the assignee of the present application, and incorporated herein, in its entirety, by reference.The application Ser. No. 14/804,512 is a continuation application of and claims priority to and benefit of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/684,921, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,108,485 filed on Jan. 9, 2010 entitled, “ADJUSTABLE BLOW-OFF SUSPENSION” by Laird et al., having Attorney Docket No. FOX-0033L-US, assigned to the ...

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Номер записи: 95
30-03-2017 дата публикации

SWING ARM

Номер: US20170088227A1
Автор: YAMAMOTO Takayo
Принадлежит: SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION

There is provided a swing arm configured to be coupled to a vehicle body frame to be vertically swingable via a pivot shaft. A main body has a pivot pipe in which the pivot shaft is to be inserted. A pair of right and left arm parts extend rearward from the main body. The main body is made by casting to have a hollow structure. The main body is provided with a rib configured to vertically partition an internal space thereof. The rib is connected to the pivot pipe at a place spaced from a connection place between the pivot pipe and an outer wall part defining an outer surface shape of the main body. 1. A swing arm configured to be coupled to a vehicle body frame to be vertically swingable via a pivot shaft , the swing arm comprising:a main body having a pivot pipe in which the pivot shaft is to be inserted; anda pair of right and left arm parts extending rearward from the main body,wherein the main body is made by casting to have a hollow structure,wherein the main body is provided with a rib configured to vertically partition an internal space thereof, andwherein the rib is connected to the pivot pipe at a place spaced from a connection place between the pivot pipe and an outer wall part defining an outer surface shape of the main body.2. The swing arm according to claim 1 ,wherein the outer wall part of the main body has an upper wall part extending obliquely upward from an outer surface of the pivot pipe and a lower wall part extending horizontally from the outer surface of the pivot pipe, andwherein the rib is provided between the upper wall part and the lower wall part and one end of the rib is connected toward a center of the pivot pipe.3. The swing arm according to claim 2 , wherein portions of the upper wall part and the rib are parallel with each other in the vicinity of connection parts thereof with the pivot pipe.4. The swing arm according to claim 1 , wherein the rib is formed to conform to outer surfaces of the arm parts. The disclosure of Japanese ...

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Номер записи: 96
30-03-2017 дата публикации

Positioning structure for front wheel suspension device

Номер: US20170088230A1
Автор: Masayuki Fujita, Naoki Kuwabara
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

To achieve steering angle adjustment on a steering part side and a front wheel side, a positioning structure includes: a first engagement part for engaging the steering part and a body frame with each other at a first steering angle that is an angle about a first steering axis at the time of assembling the vehicle; a second engagement part for engaging a fork and a fork holder at a second steering angle that is an angle about a second steering axis at the time of assembling the vehicle; and a linking mechanism for linking the first engagement part and the second engagement part to each other. The linking mechanism is provided with a steering adjusting mechanism for putting the first engagement part into engagement by adjusting the first steering angle and for putting the second engagement part into engagement by adjusting the second steering angle.

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Номер записи: 97
30-03-2017 дата публикации

SWING ARM STRUCTURE FOR SADDLE RIDING TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20170088233A1
Автор: IRIE Takafumi, Kofuji Kenji, KUWABARA Naoki, Mukai Katsumasa, Nakai Kazuho
Принадлежит:

A structure promoting a reduction in size and weight of a swing arm structure. Pivot shafts that extend in a vehicle width direction are disposed in the vehicle body frame. A pair of wall portions is disposed in the vehicle width direction in the vehicle body frame. An interposed portion is disposed between the wall portions in the swing arm. The wall portions have wall portion-side pass-through portions, which receive the pivot shafts passed therethrough. The interposed portion has interposed portion-side pass-through portions formed therein at, out of both end portions in the vehicle width direction, portions facing the wall portion-side pass-through portions, respectively. The interposed portion-side pass-through portions receive the pivot shafts, respectively, passed therethrough. The interposed portion has a non-pass-through portion formed therein at least at a middle portion in the vehicle width direction of the interposed portion. The non-pass-through portion does not receive the pivot shafts. 1. A swing arm structure for a saddle riding type vehicle , the saddle riding type vehicle including a vehicle body frame and a swing arm supported vertically swingably on the vehicle body frame , the swing arm structure comprising:a pivot shaft disposed in the vehicle body frame, the pivot shaft extending in a vehicle width direction;a pair of wall portions disposed in the vehicle width direction in one of the vehicle body frame and the swing arm; andan interposed portion disposed between the wall portions in the other of the vehicle body frame and the swing arm, whereinat least one of the wall portions has a wall portion-side pass-through portion formed therein, the wall portion-side pass-through portion receiving the pivot shaft passed therethrough,the interposed portion has an interposed portion-side pass-through portion formed therein at, out of both end portions in the vehicle width direction, a portion facing the wall portion-side pass-through portion, the ...

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Номер записи: 98
19-03-2020 дата публикации

VELOCIPEDE HAVING SPLIT DRIVE TRAIN

Номер: US20200086948A1
Автор: "DAngelo Kenneth Roger", Aversa, Del Aguila Daniel Martin, JR. James Salvatore, JR. Leroy Pearce, McCarty, McVean Charles Dow, Provost Robert Joseph
Принадлежит:

A velocipede includes a pedal crank for pedals to allow an operator to power the velocipede, and a transmission hub or component that is coupled to the pedal crank by a first chain or belt. The transmission component is located rearward of the pedal crank in the frame of the velocipede, such as under a seat position, and is further connected to a rear wheel at an output of the transmission component by a second chain or belt. The transmission has an output that is coupled to a rear wheel assembly. In some embodiments the rear wheel assembly can be mounted in a swingarm that pivots about a transverse axis defined by the output of the transmission. In some embodiments the rear wheel assembly can include an electric motor to drive a rear wheel. 1. A hybrid pedal and electric powered vehicle having a split drive arrangement , comprising:a frame having a seat mount, and a neck that is forward of the seat mount that is configured to couple with a front wheel assembly;a pedal crank positioned forward of the seat mount and having a pedal crank sprocket;a transmission component positioned behind the pedal crank and defining a transverse axis, and having a first sprocket on a first side of the transmission component on the transverse axis configured to couple to the pedal crank sprocket by a chain or belt, and further having a second sprocket on a second side of the transmission component on the transverse axis, wherein the transmission component is mounted between a first mounting plate and a second mounting plate, wherein the transmission component includes a spindle that extends outwards along the transverse axis, wherein a first portion of the spindle extends through an aperture in the first mounting plate, and a second portion of the spindle extends through an aperture in the second mounting plate;a swingarm coupled to the frame by a suspension component, the swingarm being further coupled to the frame at a pivot point that is coaxial with the transverse axis of the ...

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Номер записи: 99
07-04-2016 дата публикации

Diaphragm unit and suspension

Номер: US20160096585A1
Автор: Shigeki Awasa
Принадлежит: Showa Corp

A diaphragm unit detachably attached to a damper body, includes: a cylinder in which a liquid is sealed; a piston rod having a piston sliding inside the cylinder on one end side of the piston rod, in which other end side of the piston rod is extended to an outside of the cylinder; and a rod guide having a bottomed cylindrical shape wherein an insertion opening into which the piston rod is inserted is provided at a bottom portion of the rod guide, the rod guide being fixed to a side of an opening of the cylinder into which the piston is inserted to thereby make the piston rod be slidably inserted in a liquid tight manner, the diaphragm unit further comprising: an end member; an air seal; a rod side member; an annular bump rubber; and a tubular diaphragm, as defined herein.

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Номер записи: 100