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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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10-01-2013 дата публикации

Brake device for saddled vehicle

Номер: US20130009378A1
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

A braking device of a saddle-ride type vehicle that can reduce a load acting on a joint is provided. A joint 200 at a front-wheel brake output side which connects a metal pipe and a flexible brake hose is mounted on a body frame 2 via a mount rubber 260 under a floating state.

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18-07-2013 дата публикации

Brake pipe structure of motorcycle

Номер: US20130180605A1
Автор: Yohei Matsushima
Принадлежит: Suzuki Motor Corp

A brake pipe structure of a motorcycle includes: a first brake pipe connecting a master cylinder and an ABS unit; and a second brake pipe connecting the ABS unit and a hydraulic wheel braking part. The first brake pipe and the second brake pipe are suspended and held between a front fork and a body frame so as to pass near a center axis of a steering shaft under a head pipe.

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01-08-2013 дата публикации

Hydraulic brake

Номер: US20130192941A1
Автор: LIN Chang Hui
Принадлежит:

A hydraulic brake is used to a handle of a two wheel vehicle and contains a body including two first tabs, the handle including an axial hole and a through bore to receive an adjustable nut having a screw aperture to be screwed with first threads of a connecting post of a hydraulic piston, the body including a retaining sleeve and two second tabs, a hydraulic cylinder including an oil chamber and fitted to a holder, a positioning nut having an orifice screwed with second threads of the hydraulic cylinder, the holder including a receiving room to receive an oil cup, a pore, and a cover, an outer diameter of the pore of the holder being equal to that of the hydraulic cylinder, the hydraulic piston including the connecting post, and the connecting post including the first threads to screw the connecting post with the orifice of the positioning nut. 1. A hydraulic brake being used to a handle of a two wheel vehicle and comprising:a body, a hydraulic cylinder, a hydraulic piston, a holder, and an adjustable nut, and the handle; whereinthe body includes two first tabs disposed on an upper side thereof, the handle includes an axial hole and a through bore to receive the adjustable nut arranged on a front end thereof, the adjustable nut includes a screw aperture formed on a middle section thereof to be screwed with first threads of a connecting post of the hydraulic piston, the body includes a retaining sleeve and two second tabs disposed on a bottom side thereof, the hydraulic cylinder includes an oil chamber fixed on a central portion thereof and is fitted to the holder, a positioning nut having an orifice is screwed with second threads on a top end of the hydraulic cylinder so that the hydraulic piston is limited in the oil chamber to operate and the holder is not disengaged, the holder includes a receiving room to receive an oil cup and a pore arranged thereon, and includes a cover disposed to one side thereof, an outer diameter of the pore of the holder is equal to ...

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12-09-2013 дата публикации

ADJUSTMENT DEVICE FOR A HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM

Номер: US20130233659A1
Автор: Moore Wayne-Ian
Принадлежит:

An adjustment device for a hydraulic brake system includes a hollow casing and a retractable unit. The hollow casing has a rotatable ring to control the retractable unit. One end of the hollow casing is connected to a hydraulic hose, and another end is connected to a hydraulic cylinder. The adjustment device is assembled between a hydraulic hose and a hydraulic cylinder. When a user rotates the rotatable ring, the retractable unit is adjusted so as to control a sensitivity of a hydraulic brake system. 1. An adjustment device for a hydraulic brake system comprising:a hollow casing having a first part, a second part and a connection member connected between the first part and the second part, the connection member having a rotatable ring pivotally disposed at a central portion thereof, the first part and the second part having a first channel and a second channel opened therethrough respectively, the connection member having a third channel opened therethrough, both the first channel and the second channel communicating with the third channel of the connection member; anda retractable unit assembled in the hollow casing, the retractable unit having an inner tube and an outer tube, the inner tube and the outer tube having a fourth channel and a fifth channel opened therethrough respectively, the fourth channel and the fifth channel communicating with the first channel and the second channel, one end of the outer tube inserted into the first part, another end of the outer tube threadedly assembled with the rotatable ring, one end of the inner tube inserted into the fifth channel, another end of the inner tube fixed in the second part, the outer tube being movable relative to the inner tube by rotating the rotatable ring;wherein, the adjustment device is assembled between a hydraulic hose and a hydraulic cylinder; when a user rotates the rotatable ring, the outer tube is slid in the first channel, so that an inner space of the first part is adjustable so as to adjust a ...

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM

Номер: US20130240313A1
Автор: Moore Wayne-Ian
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A hydraulic brake system is adapted to be assembled on a steering assembly. The hydraulic brake system includes a connecting member and hydraulic device. The connecting member has a receiving room and a receiving opening. The hydraulic device has a hydraulic cylinder and a fluid tank. The hydraulic cylinder is received in the receiving room. The fluid tank is inserted in the receiving opening and connected with the hydraulic cylinder. The hydraulic cylinder has a main body, two pistons and two springs. The main body has two hydraulic chambers. The two pistons are assembled in the two hydraulic chambers and two springs sleeve onto the two pistons. Two brake cables and two fluid pipes are connected with the hydraulic cylinder. When the brake cable pulls the piston to press a fluid in the hydraulic chamber, the fluid flows into the fluid pipe so as to control a brake device. 1. A hydraulic brake system which is adapted to be assembled on a steering assembly , the hydraulic brake system comprising:a connecting member having a receiving room defined therein and a receiving opening defined at one side thereof, the receiving opening communicating with the receiving room, the receiving room having an opening defined at one end of the connecting member;a hydraulic device having a hydraulic cylinder and a fluid tank, the hydraulic cylinder received in the receiving room via the opening of the receiving room, the fluid tank inserted in the receiving opening of the connecting member and connected with the hydraulic cylinder, the hydraulic cylinder having a main body, two pistons and two springs, the main body having two hydraulic chambers defined therethrough and a guiding channel defined in a top side thereof, the guiding channel communicating with the two hydraulic chambers with one end and communicating with the fluid tank with another end, the two pistons assembled in the two hydraulic chambers of the main body respectively, two springs sleeving onto the two pistons ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

Pivoting structure for a brake lever

Номер: US20130247707A1
Автор: Judy Wu
Принадлежит: Individual

A pivoting structure for a brake lever includes a connector having one end connected to a handle of a bicycle and another end having a assembling space opened thereon; a brake lever having one end which is assembled to the assembling space; and a pivoting set having a horizontal shaft and a vertical shaft, one end of the horizontal shaft inserted through a wall of the assembling space, the vertical shaft passing through one end of the brake lever, another end of the horizontal shaft connected to the vertical shaft. Therefore, the brake lever is vertically and horizontally pivotable on the connector via the pivoting set.

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03-10-2013 дата публикации

Bicycle hydraulic component operating device

Номер: US20130255239A1
Автор: Yoshimitsu Miki
Принадлежит: Shimano Inc

A bicycle hydraulic component operating device is provided with a main body, a hydraulic cylinder housing, a piston, an operating lever, and a fluid reservoir tank. The main body includes a handlebar mounting portion and a gripping portion. The hydraulic cylinder housing is supported by the main body. The piston is movably disposed within the hydraulic cylinder housing. The operating lever is pivotally disposed around a pivot axis relative to the main body to move the piston within the hydraulic cylinder housing in response to pivotal movement of the operating lever relative to the main body. The fluid reservoir tank is in fluid communication with the hydraulic cylinder housing. The fluid reservoir tank is supported by one of the main body and the operating lever at a location spaced from an area directly above the hydraulic cylinder housing while the bicycle hydraulic component operating device is in an installed position.

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31-10-2013 дата публикации

HYDRAULIC BRAKE DEVICE

Номер: US20130284552A1
Автор: Moore Wayne-Ian
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A hydraulic brake device includes a main body, a brake lever, a hydraulic rod, a connecting rod, a sleeve member and an elastic member. The elastic member has an assembling portion, a driving portion and a deformation portion. When a user actuates the brake lever suddenly and forcefully, the driving portion of the elastic member moves toward the hydraulic room; a pressure of hydraulic oil pushes the driving portion so as to indirectly force the deformation portion to deform and bend, so that the deformation portion and the driving portion slightly move toward the assembling portion; thereby, a volume of hydraulic oil is smoothly pushed into a brake caliper through a hydraulic pipeline, such that the user brakes a bicycle stably, smoothly and safely. 1. A hydraulic brake device comprising:a main body, a brake lever, a hydraulic rod, a connecting rod, a sleeve member and an elastic member;the main body having a hydraulic room and an assembling room, the assembling room communicating with the hydraulic room, the assembling room being defined at one end of the main body and communicating with an outside thereof;one end of the brake lever pivotally assembled to the main body, the brake lever corresponding to the outside of the assembling room;the hydraulic rod movably assembled in the hydraulic room and the assembling room, the hydraulic rod having an operating head, an assembling head, a first sealing segment and a second sealing segment, the operating head being positioned in the hydraulic room, the assembling head being positioned at the outside of the assembling room, one end of the first sealing segment connected to the assembling head, another end of the first sealing segment connected to one end of the second sealing segment, another end of the second sealing segment connected to the operating head, the first sealing segment being positioned in the assembling room and having at least one sealing ring sleeved thereon, the second sealing segment being positioned in ...

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07-11-2013 дата публикации

SUPPLEMENTAL MECHANISM FOR ACTUATING THE BRAKE OF A BICYCLE AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20130292213A1
Автор: Coombes Roger Walter
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The present invention describes a supplemental mechanism for actuating the brake of a bicycle either independently or as an addition to normal hand operation of the brake by a brake lever on the handlebars. The actuating mechanism can be adapted to operate a variety of manufactured rim, disc or hub brakes and brake operating mechanisms, including but not limited to Bowden cables and hydraulic actuators and to a variety of different bicycle configurations including but not limited to tandems, (which here is used to describe any kind of multi-seat bicycle), recumbent bicycles and tricycles. 1. A supplemental foot actuator isolated from the bicycle drive-train system , for use by a user of a bicycle having a bicycle brake and a bicycle frame including a chain stay and a seat stay , comprising:a first pivot point mounted on the bicycle frame, wherein said first pivot point is adjacent to the intersection of the chain stay and the seat stay of the bicycle frame such that the first pivot point is substantially within a reachable distance of the user's heel;an actuator rotatably mounted at said first pivot point, wherein said actuator has a distal end and said distal end is widened such that the user of the bicycle can press said distal end downward; anda foot lever hydraulic cylinder or cable connected to said actuator and operatably connected to the bicycle brake such that the bicycle brake decelerates the bicycle when said distal end is actuated.2. A supplemental left and right knee actuator system isolated from the bicycle drive-train system , for use by a user of a bicycle having a bicycle brake and a bicycle frame including a top tube , a chain stay , and a seat stay , comprising:a pivot point mounted to the top tube of the bicycle frame, wherein said pivot point is substantially within a reachable distance of the user's left knee and right knee;a left actuator rotatably mounted at said pivot point;a right actuator rotatably mounted at said pivot point, wherein said ...

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09-01-2014 дата публикации

STRADDLE TYPE VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEM AND STRADDLE TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20140008139A1
Принадлежит:

A brake system is disclosed. The brake system includes a front brake, a rear brake, a right brake lever for operating the front brake, and a left brake lever for operating the rear brake. The brake system also includes a brake pedal for operating the front brake and rear brake such that the front brake and rear brake work in an interlocked manner. 1. A straddle type vehicle brake system comprising:a front brake;a rear brake;a front brake operating device configured to operate the front brake;a rear brake operating device configured to operate the rear brake; andan interlocking brake operating device configured to operate the front brake and the rear brake;wherein the front brake and the rear brake work in an interlocked manner.2. The straddle type vehicle brake system according to claim 1 , further comprising an operating force dividing unit configured to divide an operating force received by the interlocking brake operating device into an operating force for the front brake and an operating force for the rear brake.3. The straddle type vehicle brake system according to claim 2 , wherein the operating force dividing unit includes a timing adjusting unit configured to cause an operating force to be transferred to the front brake after a time at which an operating force is transferred to the rear brake.4. The straddle type vehicle brake system according to claim 3 , further comprising:a front brake wire configured to transfer an operating force from the operating force dividing unit to the front brake; anda rear brake wire configured to transfer an operating force from the operating force dividing unit to the rear brake;wherein the timing adjusting unit includes a limiting member configured to limit displacement of the front brake wire until an operating force acting on the front brake wire is larger than a predetermined value.5. The straddle type vehicle brake system according to claim 2 , wherein:each of the front brake and the rear brake is a hydraulic brake ...

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16-01-2014 дата публикации

STRADDLE TYPE VEHICLE INTERLOCKING BRAKE SYSTEM AND STRADDLE TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20140015221A1
Автор: INOUE Kazuhisa
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A brake system is disclosed. The brake system includes a front brake mechanism, a rear brake mechanism, a front brake wire, a rear brake wire, a link, a support, and an interlocking brake wire. The link is rotatable around a fulcrum on one end thereof as measured in a longitudinal direction thereof. The support elastically supports the link at the fulcrum. The interlocking brake wire is connected with the link so as to pull the front brake wire and rear brake wire. The front brake wire, the interlocking brake wire, and the rear brake wire are connected with the link in this order, starting from the end of the link with the support, as measured in a longitudinal direction of the link. 1. A straddle type vehicle interlocking brake system comprising:a first brake mechanism configured to work as a brake for one of a front wheel and a rear wheel;a second brake mechanism configured to work as a brake for another of the front wheel and the rear wheel;a first brake wire configured to actuate the first brake mechanism;a second brake wire configured to actuate the second brake mechanism;a link extending in one direction, a first portion of the link connected to an end portion of the first brake wire and a second portion of the link connected to an end portion of the second brake wire, the first portion and the second portion being disposed at different locations of the link as measured in a longitudinal direction of the link, the link being rotatable around a fulcrum on one end portion thereof as measured in a longitudinal direction thereof;a support configured to elastically support the link at the fulcrum such that, when an amount of load that is equal to or greater than a predetermined value acts on the link in a direction crossing a longitudinal direction thereof, the fulcrum moves in the direction crossing the longitudinal direction; andan interlocking brake wire connected to the link so as to pull the first brake wire and the second brake wire;wherein the first brake ...

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30-01-2014 дата публикации

Heat-dissipating device for hydraulic brake system

Номер: US20140027215A1
Автор: Yuan-Hung WEN
Принадлежит: Individual

A heat-dissipating device for hydraulic brake system is provided. The device includes a heat-dissipating element and a plurality of heat-dissipating tube units. The heat-dissipating element has a heat-dissipating portion which has large surface area, and is located between a brake mechanism and an oil tube. The heat-dissipating tube units are sleeved around the oil tube in order. Thereby, the heat generated by the brake mechanism can be dissipated rapidly by the heat-dissipating element and the heat-dissipating tube units, so as to promote performance of the brake mechanism.

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13-02-2014 дата публикации

Brake and Method for the Installation Thereof

Номер: US20140041971A1
Автор: Hujer Joachim
Принадлежит: Gustav Magenwirth GmbH & Co. KG

A rim brake having a right arm and a left arm respective with one upper and one lower longitudinal portion separated from one another by a pivot bearing. The lower longitudinal portion is provided for holding a brake pad and the upper longitudinal portion engages with at least one hydraulic cylinder through a wedge element. The hydraulic cylinder is disposed between the right arm and the left arm and is configured to move the wedge element. A method for the installation of a hydraulic brake having a master unit and a slave unit connected to a hydraulic line is also provided. 1. A rim brake for a vehicle , comprising:a wedge element; a pivot bearing; and', 'one upper longitudinal portion and one lower longitudinal portion separated from one another by the pivot bearing;, 'left and right arms each respectively havingat least one hydraulic cylinder disposed between the right arm and the left arm and configured to move the wedge element;the lower longitudinal portion being configured to hold a brake pad; andthe upper longitudinal portion configured to engage with the at least one hydraulic cylinder through the wedge element.2. The rim brake according to claim 1 , wherein:the wedge element has a flank; andthe upper longitudinal portion of the right and left arms respectively bear at least one roller that, during a movement of the wedge element, rolls on the flank of the wedge element.3. The rim brake according to claim 2 , wherein the roller is equipped with a plain bearing.4. The rim brake according to claim 1 , wherein the wedge element has at least one first flank and at least one second flank running in different planes claim 1 , the right arm engaging with the first flank and the left arm engaging with the second flank.5. The rim brake according to claim 4 , wherein at least one of the first and second flanks of the wedge element has a contour that is at least one of:concave at least in sections;convex at least in sections; andstraight at least in sections.6. The ...

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13-02-2014 дата публикации

SKATER WITH BRAKE

Номер: US20140042721A1
Автор: Yamabe Hideyasu
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A new skater with a brake is provided with a device for generating a warning signal such as an alarm sound. A skater with a brake includes: a brake plate that extends above a wheel while being supported so as to swing in a vertical direction, the brake plate being brought into sliding contact with the outer surface of the wheel so as to brake the wheel; a driven roller that rotates in contact with the wheel in synchronization with a swing of the brake plate; and a bell that generates a warning signal in response to the rotation of the driven roller. The swing of the brake plate brings the driven roller into contact with the wheel so as to generate the warning signal from the bell, and the brake plate comes into sliding contact with the outer surface of the wheel so as to brake the wheel. 1. A skater with a brake , comprising a brake plate that extends above a wheel while being supported so as to swing in a vertical direction , the brake plate being pressed from above in sliding contact with an outer surface of the wheel so as to brake the wheel ,the skater comprising:a driven roller that rotates in contact with the wheel in synchronization with a swing of the brake plate; anda signal generator that generates a warning signal in response to the rotation of the driven roller,wherein the swing of the brake plate brings the driven roller into contact with the wheel so as to generate the warning signal from the signal generator, and the brake plate comes into sliding contact with the outer surface of the wheel so as to brake the wheel.2. The skater with the brake according to claim 1 , wherein the brake plate is provided for the wheel attached on a board body.3. The skater with the brake according to claim 1 , wherein the brake plate is provided for the wheel operated by a handlebar.4. The skater with the brake according to wherein a swing arm is supported by the brake plate in a swinging manner claim 1 , andthe driven roller is rotatably supported by the swing arm and ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

Hydraulic brake master cylinder

Номер: US20140060987A1
Автор: Jason Miles
Принадлежит: Tien Hsin Industries Co Ltd

A hydraulic brake master cylinder includes a cylinder unit having first and second spaces, a channel communicating the spaces and an adjuster exposed outside; a piston slidably disposed in the first space; a first spring applying an elastic force to the piston; a rod moving relative to the piston; a second spring applying an elastic force to the rod; a seal attached to the rod and moving controllably to seal the channel; and a nut threaded onto the rod. The adjuster is rotatable to make the nut and the rod rotate with respect to each other so as to change the distance between the seal and the end of the channel to adjust the free stroke.

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDER WITH BACK-UP RING

Номер: US20150000265A1
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Disclosed herein is a hydraulic master cylinder body having a bore defined at least in part by a bore wall, wherein the bore wall includes an opening for hydraulic fluid to be passed into the bore, and a piston assembly situated at least substantially in the bore, the assembly having a piston with a piston body and at least one cup seal situated substantially around the piston body, the cup seal situated adjacent to the bore wall so as to be in sealing engagement therewith, and a back-up ring that is situated about the piston body, wherein the back-up ring is positioned to at least partially cover a portion of the cup seal that is adjacent to the bore wall and to prevent at least a portion of the cup seal from contacting the bore wall and the opening for hydraulic fluid during piston actuation. 120-. (canceled)21. A hydraulic master cylinder assembly comprising:a master cylinder body having a bore defined at least in part by a bore wall, wherein the bore wall includes an opening for hydraulic fluid to be passed into the bore;a piston assembly situated at least substantially in the bore, the piston assembly having a piston with a piston body and at least one cup seal situated substantially around the piston body, the cup seal situated adjacent to the bore wall so as to be in sealing engagement therewith; and a guide surface extending along a width of an outer circumference;', 'a tapered annular seal cover surface extending along an inner circumference, opposite the guide surface, wherein the seal cover surface extends between a first inner diameter and a second inner diameter as measured from a central axis, wherein the seal cover surface is configured to abut at least a portion of an outer wall of the cup seal; and, 'a back-up ring comprisinga first seating surface configured to interface with a circumferential shoulder of the piston, wherein the first seating surface is radially supported by the circumferential shoulder of the piston; and wherein the seal cover ...

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

Master Cylinder

Номер: US20150000267A1
Автор: Ruopp Michael
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A master cylinder for a hydraulic brake system or clutch system, in particular of a vehicle steered by handlebars, in particular of a bicycle, includes a housing containing a piston chamber. The housing accommodates a piston slidable therein and a pressure chamber. A compensating chamber communicates with the pressure chamber through at least one compensating bore. The housing has an attachment portion for attachment to a handlebar tube and the compensating chamber extends to the attachment portion and has a separating member for separating the hydraulic fluid from a compensating volume. The attachment portion has a clamping part made and arranged to attach the separating member to the attachment portion. 1. A master cylinder for a hydraulic brake or clutch system of a vehicle steered by handlebars , comprising:a piston; and defining therein a piston chamber in which the piston is slidably accommodated;', 'defining therein a pressure chamber;', 'having an attachment portion shaped to attach to a handlebar tube,', defining a compensating volume;', 'extending to the attachment portion; and', 'having a separating member separating hydraulic fluid from the compensating volume, wherein the attachment portion has a clamping part attaching the separating member to the attachment portion., 'defining therein a compensating chamber fluidically communicating with the pressure chamber through at least one compensating bore, the compensating chamber], 'a housing2. The master cylinder according to claim 1 , wherein the attachment portion and the separating member clamp the separating member between the handlebar tube and the attachment portion when the master cylinder is attached to the handlebar tube.3. The master cylinder according to claim 2 , wherein:the separating member has an edge; andthe attachment portion and the separating member clamp the separating member by the edge between the handlebar tube and the attachment portion when the master cylinder is attached to the ...

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06-01-2022 дата публикации

SNOW VEHICLE

Номер: US20220001953A1
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A snow vehicle having a combined brake and clutch handle is herein disclosed. Further, the snow vehicle can include a controller for managing operation of the snow vehicle, including shifting and engine management regiments, which can be selected by the operator depending upon operator preferences. Additionally, the snow vehicle can include an engine cooling heat exchanger for cooling liquid which is circulated through the engine. 1. A snow vehicle comprising:a main frame;an engine;a track frame having a heat exchanger; andan endless track movably coupled to the track frame, wherein at least a portion of the heat exchanger is located above the endless track, wherein the heat exchanger provides a coolant to the engine.2. The snow vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a coolant tank claim 1 , the coolant tank being located rearwardly of the engine.3. The snow vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the coolant tank is located above the heat exchanger.4. The snow vehicle of claim 3 , further including:an operator seat, wherein the coolant tank is located below the operator seat.5. The snow vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the engine claim 2 , the coolant tank claim 2 , and the heat exchanger form a coolant system connected by coolant lines.6. The snow vehicle of claim 5 , wherein the coolant lines extend at least partially outside of the track frame.7. The snow vehicle of claim 5 , wherein the coolant lines extend at least partially within the track frame.8. The snow vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the heat exchanger extends along at least a portion of the track frame.9. The snow vehicle of claim 8 , wherein the heat exchanger provides structural support to the frame.10. The snow vehicle of claim 1 , further including:handlebars rotatably coupled to the main frame;a brake;a clutch; anda hand lever movably coupled to the handlebars, the hand lever configured to actuate the brake and the clutch.11. The snow vehicle of claim 10 , wherein at least one of the brake and clutch are ...

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

DISC BRAKE CALIPER AND DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20150001012A1
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A disc brake caliper for applying a braking force on a brake disc rotor configured to be rotatable about a rotational axis. The disc brake caliper comprises an attachment surface and a first threaded hole. The attachment surface is configured to face a pipe portion of a bicycle frame in a state where the disc brake caliper is coupled to the bicycle frame. A first thread bolt is to be inserted in the first threaded hole so as to couple the disc brake caliper to one of the bicycle frame and a base member attached to the bicycle frame, the first threaded hole being provided on the attachment surface. 1. A disc brake caliper for applying a braking force on a brake disc rotor configured to be rotatable about a rotational axis , the disc brake caliper comprising:an attachment surface configured to face a pipe portion of a bicycle frame in a state where the disc brake caliper is coupled to the bicycle frame; anda first threaded hole in which a first thread bolt is to be inserted so as to couple the disc brake caliper to one of the bicycle frame and a base member attached to the bicycle frame, the first threaded hole being provided on the attachment surface.2. The disc brake caliper according to claim 1 , whereinthe first threaded hole has a first center axis which is non-parallel to the rotational axis in a state where the disc brake caliper is mounted to the bicycle frame.3. The disc brake caliper according to claim 2 , whereinthe first center axis is parallel to a braking plane which is perpendicular to the rotational axis in a state where the disc brake caliper is mounted to the bicycle frame.4. The disc brake caliper according to claim 1 , further comprising:a second threaded hole in which a second thread bolt is to be inserted so as to couple the disc brake caliper to one of the bicycle frame and the base member, the second threaded hole being provided on the attachment surface.5. The disc brake caliper according to claim 4 , whereinthe attachment surface defines an ...

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

BICYCLE BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20150001014A1
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A bicycle brake caliper assembly comprises a brake caliper and a base member. The brake caliper is configured to apply a braking force on a brake disc rotor configured to be rotatable about a rotational axis. The base member is configured to be coupled to the brake caliper and to be attached to a bicycle frame such that relative position between the rotational axis of the brake disc rotor and the brake caliper is adjustable in a radial direction of the brake disc rotor. 1. A bicycle brake caliper assembly comprising:a brake caliper configured to apply a braking force on a brake disc rotor configured to be rotatable about a rotational axis; anda base member configured to be coupled to the brake caliper and to be attached to a bicycle frame such that relative position between the rotational axis of the brake disc rotor and the brake caliper is adjustable in a radial direction of the brake disc rotor.2. The bicycle brake caliper assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe base member includes a coupling portion at which the brake caliper is coupled,the base member is attached to the bicycle frame with one of a first orientation and a second orientation, andthe base member is configured such that a first position of the coupling portion in a state where the base member is attached to the bicycle frame with the first orientation differs from a second position of the coupling portion in a state where the base member is attached to the bicycle frame with the second orientation, in the radial direction.3. The bicycle brake caliper assembly according to claim 2 , further comprising:a first coupling member configured to couple the brake caliper to the base member, whereinthe coupling portion includes a first through-hole through which the first coupling member passes.4. The bicycle brake caliper assembly according to claim 3 , whereinthe brake caliper includes a caliper fluid passage, andthe first coupling member provides a fluid passage configured to communicate with the ...

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

BICYCLE HYDRAULIC OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20150001018A1
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A bicycle hydraulic operating device comprises a bracket, a hydraulic cylinder, a piston, a lever, a fluid reservoir, and a lid. The bracket is configured to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar. The piston is movably disposed within the hydraulic cylinder. The lever is pivotally provided around a pivot axis relative to the bracket and is operatively coupled to the piston to move the piston within the hydraulic cylinder in response to pivotal movement of the lever. The fluid reservoir is disposed on the bracket and having an opening configured to face substantially in a downward direction in a state where the bracket is mounted to the bicycle handlebar. The lid is configured to cover the opening of the fluid reservoir. 1. A bicycle hydraulic operating device comprising:a bracket configured to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar;a hydraulic cylinder;a piston movably disposed within the hydraulic cylinder;a lever pivotally provided around a pivot axis relative to the bracket and operatively coupled to the piston to move the piston within the hydraulic cylinder in response to pivotal movement of the lever;a fluid reservoir disposed on the bracket and having an opening configured to face substantially in a downward direction in a state where the bracket is mounted to the bicycle handlebar; anda lid configured to cover the opening of the fluid reservoir.2. The bicycle hydraulic operating device according to claim 1 , whereinthe lid is disposed between the fluid reservoir and the lever.3. The bicycle hydraulic operating device according to claim 2 , whereinthe lid is disposed between the fluid reservoir and the pivot axis of the lever.4. The bicycle hydraulic operating device according to claim 1 , whereinthe lever includes a first end portion and a second end portion opposite to the first end portion, the pivot axis being provided closer to the first end portion than to the second end portion, andthe lid is disposed between the fluid reservoir and the first end portion.5. The ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

BRAKING SYSTEM WITH PARKING BRAKE DEVICE

Номер: US20210001952A1
Принадлежит: Gustav Magenwirth GmbH & Co. KG

A braking system is proposed for a vehicle, in particular a lightweight vehicle, in particular a pedal cycle, comprising a brake device, a mechanical urging device, and a hydraulic urging device, wherein the mechanical urging device and the brake device form a parking brake device, and the hydraulic urging device takes the form of a hydraulically actuable release device for the parking brake device. 1. A braking system for a vehicle , in particular a lightweight vehicle , in particular a pedal cycle , comprising a brake device , a mechanical urging device , and a hydraulic urging device , wherein the mechanical urging device and the brake device form a parking brake device , and the hydraulic urging device takes the form of a hydraulically actuable release device for the parking brake device.2. The braking system as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the mechanical urging device is formed and arranged in relation to the brake device such that urging by the mechanical urging device puts the brake device into a braking condition.3. The braking system as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the hydraulic urging device is formed and arranged in relation to the brake device such that urging by the hydraulic urging device puts the brake device into a release condition.4. The braking system as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that at least one brake shoe unit is coupled to an urging piston to perform urging claim 1 , in particular in that claim 1 , at least in the braking condition claim 1 , at least one of the brake shoe units is urged by the urging piston.5. The braking system as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that a brake pad of a brake shoe unit is arranged on an urging piston.6. The braking system as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that an urging piston comprises a front axial abutment for a brake end position claim 1 , and in that the urging piston comprises a rear axial abutment for a release end position.7. The braking system as ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

BICYCLE OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20180001956A1
Автор: KOMADA Yasuyuki
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

An operating member is movably coupled to a base member. A hydraulic unit comprises a cylinder bore and a piston movably provided in the cylinder bore. The piston is coupled to the operating member to generate a hydraulic pressure in response to a movement of the operating member relative to the base member. A reservoir tank comprises a lid opening having a maximum width and a reservoir bore extending from the lid opening and having a maximum depth. The maximum depth is larger than the maximum width. The reservoir bore is connected to the cylinder bore and disposed above the cylinder bore in a mounting state where the bicycle operating device is mounted to the bicycle body. At least one of the cylinder bore and the reservoir tank is integrally provided with the base member. 1. A bicycle operating device comprising: a proximal end portion configured to be coupled to a bicycle body in a mounting state where the bicycle operating device is mounted to the bicycle body; and', 'a distal end portion arranged further from the bicycle body than the proximal end portion in the mounting state, the base member having a graspable shape between the proximal end portion and the distal end portion;, 'a base member comprisingan operating member movably coupled to the base member; a cylinder bore; and', 'a piston movably provided in the cylinder bore, the piston being coupled to the operating member to generate a hydraulic pressure in response to a movement of the operating member relative to the base member; and, 'a hydraulic unit comprising a lid opening having a maximum width; and', 'a reservoir bore extending from the lid opening and having a maximum depth, the maximum depth being larger than the maximum width, the reservoir bore being connected to the cylinder bore and disposed above the cylinder bore in the mounting state, at least one of the cylinder bore and the reservoir tank being integrally provided with the base member., 'a reservoir tank comprising2. A bicycle operating ...

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

Compensation Reservoir

Номер: US20170002841A1
Автор: Neutsch Christian
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In order to improve a compensation reservoir for a hydraulic operating system, in particular for a hydraulic brake system or a clutch system, comprising a housing in the interior of which a storage chamber which is provided for storing hydraulic medium is bounded by a separating element which changes its shape in accordance with a volume of the storage chamber, it is proposed that the housing engages over the separating element in all of its shapes, which correspond to possible volumes of the storage chamber, in a protective manner, that a filling level-indicating region of the separating element changes its position in the housing when the volume which is taken up by the hydraulic medium which is stored in the storage chamber changes, and this position in each case represents a filling level-indicating position, and that the filling level-indicating position which is situated within the housing is visible from outside the housing through a viewing region of the housing. 1. Compensation reservoir for a hydraulic operating system , in particular a hydraulic brake system or a clutch system , comprising a housing in the interior of which a storage chamber which is provided for storing hydraulic medium is bounded by a separating element which changes its shape in accordance with a volume of the storage chamber , the housing engages over the separating element in all of its shapes , which correspond to possible volumes of the storage chamber , in a protective manner , in that a filling level-indicating region of the separating element changes its position in the housing when the volume which is taken up by the hydraulic medium which is stored in the storage chamber changes , and this position in each case represents a filling level-indicating position , and the filling level-indicating position which is situated within the housing is visible from outside the housing through a viewing region of the housing.2. Compensation reservoir according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

REMOTE CONTROL LEVER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170002855A1
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A remote control lever assembly suitable to be mounted on bicycle handlebars and the like, including a coupling portion for fixing the assembly to the bicycle handlebar, a lever support, and a lever movably connected to said lever support. The assembly further includes a spherical joint adjustably connecting said lever support to said coupling portion. 1. A remote control lever assembly suitable to be mounted on bicycle handlebars , comprising:a coupling portion for fixing the assembly to the bicycle handlebar;a lever support, and a lever movably connected to said lever support; anda spherical joint adjustably connecting said lever support to said coupling portion.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , in which said spherical joint comprises a spherical housing connected to said coupling portion claim 1 , and a spherical protrusion of said lever support adjustably engaging said spherical housing.3. The assembly according to claim 2 , in which said coupling portion comprises a first clamp.4. The assembly according to claim 3 , comprising a second clamp claim 3 , connected to said first claim claim 3 , in which said spherical housing is defined.5. The assembly according to claim 4 , comprising a clamp fastener suitable to simultaneously fix said first clamp to said handlebar and said second clamp to said spherical protrusion.6. The assembly according to claim 5 , in which said clamp fastener comprises a clamp screw engaged in a common hole passing through said first clamp and said second clamp.7. The assembly according to claim 5 , in which said first clamp and said second clamp have respective openings substantially facing each other with respect to said clamp fastener.8. The assembly according to claim 1 , in which said lever is hinged to said lever body.9. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein at least said lever is operatively connected to a hydraulic actuation system.10. A remote control lever assembly suitable to be mounted on bicycle handlebars claim 1 , ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

OPERATING DEVICE FOR OPERATING AN ELECTRICAL BICYCLE COMPONENT

Номер: US20190005783A1
Принадлежит: SRAM DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

An operating device for operating an electrical bicycle component includes a base element, an actuating element and a housing. The base element is configured to be non-rotatably mounted about a bicycle handlebar. The actuating element is rotatable relative to the base element from a neutral position to a first actuating position. The actuating element may be pre-loaded into the neutral position. A first electrical contact switch may be actuated when the actuating element is moved from the neutral position to the first actuating position. 1. An operating device for an electrical bicycle component , the operating device comprising:a base element configured to be non-rotatably mounted about a bicycle handlebar,an actuating element rotatable relative to the base element from a neutral position to a first actuating position,a housing attached to the actuating element configured to rotate with the actuating element, andwherein the housing includes a transmitter electronics system disposed therein, the transmitter electronics system configured to transmit control signals when the actuating element is rotated from the neutral position to the first actuating position.2. The operating device of claim 1 , further comprising a first electrical contact switch connected to the transmitter electronics system.3. The operating device of claim 2 , wherein the first electrical contact switch is actuated when the actuating element is rotated from a neutral position to a first actuating position.4. The operating device of claim 3 , wherein the first electrical contact switch claim 3 , upon actuation claim 3 , generates a first sensory feedback and transfers the first sensory feedback to the actuating element.5. The operating device of claim 4 , wherein the first sensory feedback is haptic feedback.6. The operating device of claim 4 , wherein the actuating element is rotatable from the neutral position to a second actuating position.7. The operating device of claim 6 , further comprising ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

BICYCLE COMPONENT DEVICE

Номер: US20210006278A1
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A bicycle component device includes a bicycle component and a battery. The bicycle component includes an electric assist unit, an electric shift device and an operation device. The electric assist unit is configured to assist in rotation of a crank. The electric shift device is configured to move a bicycle chain between sprockets. The operation device is configured to perform wireless communication with the electric shift device. The battery is configured to supply power to the bicycle component. 1. A bicycle component device comprising:a bicycle component includingan electric assist unit configured to assist in rotation of a crank,an electric shift device configured to move a bicycle chain between sprockets, andan operation device configured to perform wireless communication with the electric shiftdevice; anda battery configured to supply power to the bicycle component.2. The bicycle component device according to claim 1 , whereinthe electric shifting device is an electric rear derailleur that is configured to be driven by an actuator.3. The bicycle component device according to claim 1 , whereinthe electric shifting device is an electric front derailleur configured to be driven by an actuator.4. The bicycle component device according to claim 2 , whereinthe operation device includes a first operating device that is wirelessly connected to the rear derailleur to perform wireless communication with the electric rear derailleur.5. The bicycle component device according to claim 4 , whereinthe first operating device includes an electric controller and a communication device configured to transmit a wireless signal.6. The bicycle component device according to claim 5 , whereinthe communication device is configured to transmit a shift up signal or a shift down signal as the wireless signal to an electric controller of the electric rear derailleur.7. The bicycle component device according to claim 6 , whereinthe electric controller of the electric rear derailleur is ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

Scooter with rear swivel wheel

Номер: US20170008589A1
Автор: Robert Chen
Принадлежит: RAZOR USA LLC

A personal mobility vehicle or scooter includes a least one swivel caster wheel supported at the rear of the scooter. The scooter has a body that includes a deck and a handlebar assembly. The scooter includes at least one front wheel with the deck extending between the at least one front wheel and the at least one swivel wheel. The scooter can also include an angled rear portion supporting a rear swivel caster wheel such that the pivot axis of the swivel wheel is inclined with respect to the top surface of the deck. Embodiments of the scooter also include a swivel braking assembly configured to apply a braking force to the at least one swivel wheel.

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

Foldable and portable electric vehicle

Номер: US20160009332A1
Автор: Sorin SIRBU
Принадлежит: Nextrom Industries SRL

A foldable and portable electric vehicle for the transport of a single person comprises a foldable chassis with a support plate, a folding system for folding the chassis, a front driving wheel, a rear wheel, a foldable handlebar, an integrated system of command, control, monitoring and signaling, a mechanical brake on the rear wheel, a suspension on the rear wheel and a suspension on the front wheel, and a steering column.

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

DYNAMIC FORCE-DISTRIBUTING DEVICE AND ITS APPLICATION TO THE SINGLE-HANDED BRAKING DEVICE OF FRONT AND REAR WHEELS

Номер: US20180009501A1
Автор: CHANG FONG-CHYI
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a dynamic force-distributing device. The dynamic force-distributing device has a dynamic three-stage force distribution function, and is especially suitable for being applied to a single-handed braking device of various front and rear wheel form vehicles. The whole braking process can show three-stage functional characteristics such as safety, stability, reliability, fast stopping and the like, so that the problem of accidents caused by improper brake operation is avoided. 1. A dynamic force distribution device comprising:a frame;a movable force input pivotal rod;a spring;a force input moving piece;a first force output moving piece;a second force output moving piece;wherein the first force output moving piece pin joint to one side of the frame, the second force output moving piece pin joint to the opposite side of frame, the frame forms a space to accommodate the movable force-in pivotal rod between these two sides of frame, a movable force-in pivotal rod formed on one side of the force input moving piece contacts the surface of the rod moving space, the spring is mounted inside the frame by fixing one tail on frame and attaching the other tail on the movable force-in pivotal rod.2. A dynamic force distribution device comprising:a frame;a movable force input pivotal rod;a spring;a force input moving piece;a first force output moving pieces;a second force output moving pieces;a rotating arm;wherein the first force output moving piece pin joint to one side of the frame, the second force output moving piece pin joint to the opposite side of frame, the frame forms a rod moving space to accommodate a movable force-in pivotal rod between these two sides of frame, the movable force-in pivotal rod is formed on one side of the force input moving piece, one end of the rotating arm pin joint to the rod moving space via the movable force-in pivotal rod while the other end of the rotating arm pin joint to the frame, the spring is mounted inside the frame ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

BICYCLE CALIPER, BICYCLE CALIPER CONTROL METHOD, AND BICYCLE CALIPER CONTROL SYSTEM

Номер: US20210009231A1
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The disclosure provides a bicycle caliper control method. The bicycle caliper control method is configured to control a rear caliper and a front caliper of a bicycle. The bicycle caliper control method includes: when a first brake lever of the bicycle is squeezed, the first brake lever activates the rear caliper and the front caliper; and when a second brake lever of the bicycle is squeezed, the second brake lever activates the rear caliper. 1. A bicycle caliper control method , configured to control a rear caliper and a front caliper of a bicycle , comprising:when a first brake lever of the bicycle is squeezed, the first brake lever activates the rear caliper and the front caliper; andwhen a second brake lever of the bicycle is squeezed, the second brake lever activates the rear caliper.2. The bicycle caliper control method according to claim 1 , wherein in the step of the first brake lever activating the rear caliper and the front caliper claim 1 , the first brake lever activates the rear caliper via a rear electronic driving assembly; in the step of the second brake lever activating the rear caliper claim 1 , the second brake lever activates the rear caliper via a rear hydraulic assembly.3. The bicycle caliper control method according to claim 2 , wherein the rear caliper has two first pistons and two second pistons claim 2 , the first brake lever pushes the two first pistons via the rear electronic driving assembly so as to activate the rear caliper claim 2 , the second brake lever pushes the two second pistons via the rear hydraulic assembly so as to activate the rear caliper.4. The bicycle caliper control method according to claim 3 , wherein the front caliper has two pistons; in the step of the first brake lever activating the front caliper claim 3 , the first brake lever pushes the two pistons via a front hydraulic assembly so as to activate the front caliper.5. The bicycle caliper control method according to claim 3 , wherein the front caliper has two ...

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

SAFE TWO-WHEELED SELF-BALANCING VEHICLE

Номер: US20190009854A1
Автор: Bao Wei
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A safe two-wheeled self-balancing vehicle includes two power wheels, a motion sensor, a control circuit, a chassis structure, a direction control input device, and a power source is provided. The power wheels are installed at two sides of the chassis structure. The motion sensor is connected to the control circuit and fixed to the chassis structure opposite thereto. The direction control input device is connected to the control circuit. The control circuit drives the power wheels. A protection wheel support disposed at a front side or both the front side and a rear side of the chassis structure. A floating protection wheel is installed at a front end of the protection wheel support. The manner in which the protection wheel support is connected with the chassis structure or a structure of the protection wheel support itself enables the floating protection wheel move freely in a vertical direction with respect to the chassis structure. 1. A safe two-wheeled self-balancing vehicle , comprising two power wheels , a motion sensor , a control circuit , a chassis structure , a direction control input device , and a power source , wherein the power wheels are installed at two sides of the chassis structure , the motion sensor is connected to the control circuit and fixed to the chassis structure opposite thereto , the direction control input device is connected to the control circuit , and the control circuit drives the power wheels , comprising: a protection wheel support is disposed at a front side of the chassis structure , or both the front side and a rear side of the chassis structure; a floating protection wheel is installed at a front end of the protection wheel support; the manner in which the protection wheel support is connected with the chassis structure or a structure of the protection wheel support itself enables the floating protection wheel to move freely in a vertical direction with respect to the chassis structure; a locking device is connected to the ...

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

Bicycle Rim Brake

Номер: US20190009857A1
Принадлежит: SRAM LLC

Responsive to a hydraulic piston advancing out of a piston housing in a second brake arm and contacting a piston cam surface of a first brake arm, the second brake arm pivots around a second pivot. As this is happening, a cam surface in the second brake arm lifts a contact surface of a first force transfer member of the first brake arm, imparting torque to the first brake arm which then pivots around a first pivot. The cam surface is shaped to impart synchronous motion to the first and second pad holders. Splitting one of the brake arms with a centering member permits a centering adjust feature.

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

Hydraulic Line Connection for a Hydraulic Brake for Handlebar Steering and Handlebar with Hydraulic Brake

Номер: US20190009858A1
Принадлежит: Gustav Magenwirth GmbH & Co. KG

A hydraulic line connection for a hydraulic brake of vehicles with handlebar steering comprises a line-fastening device, which has a fastening portion for fastening the line-fastening device in a support of a hydraulic component of the hydraulic brake and a connecting portion for connection with a hydraulic line, wherein the line-fastening device has an extension, which is attached to the fastening portion on the side opposite to the connecting portion. 1. A hydraulic line connection for a hydraulic brake of vehicles with handlebar steering , comprising:a line-fastening device, which has a fastening portion for fastening the line-fastening device in a support of a hydraulic component of the hydraulic brake and a connecting portion for connection with a hydraulic line,wherein the line-fastening device has an extension, which is attached to the fastening portion on the side opposite to the connecting portion.2. The hydraulic line connection according to claim 1 , wherein the line-fastening device has a separator claim 1 , which is arranged between the fastening portion and the extension.3. The hydraulic line connection according to claim 1 , further comprising a seal arranged in the extension.4. The hydraulic line connection according to claim 1 , wherein the extension has a cross-section different from that of the fastening portion.5. The hydraulic line connection according to claim 1 , wherein the extension has a larger diameter than that of the fastening portion.6. The hydraulic line connection according to claim 1 , wherein the extension has a diameter that is about at least 5% claim 1 , preferably about at least 10% claim 1 , more preferably about at least 15% and in particular about 20% larger than that of the fastening portion.7. The hydraulic line connection according to claim 1 , wherein the extension has a diameter that is less than 50% claim 1 , preferably less than 40% claim 1 , more preferably less than 30% and in particular about 20% larger than that of ...

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

BRAKE SYSTEM

Номер: US20200010142A1
Автор: Thomas John L.
Принадлежит: HAYES BICYCLE GROUP INC.

A brake system for a vehicle such as a bicycle is disclosed. The brake system may comprise an improved master cylinder assembly configured for adjustment (such as adjustment of the stroke length, stroke start, etc.). The brake system may comprise a caliper assembly with an improved arrangement of flow paths configured to facilitate maintenance (such as to remove/bleed air and/or fluid from the body of the caliper assembly, inspection, etc.); the caliper assembly may also be configured for use with a tool (e.g. configured to fit in body to remove/bleed air and/or fluid from flow paths during maintenance). The master cylinder assembly may be configured (e.g. manufactured/produced, assembled, etc.) so that a setting and/or adjustment of the brake stroke and/or lever action/actuation can be provided by any one independent mechanism or one separate adjustment mechanism (e.g. without any other adjustment mechanism) or by a combination of adjustment mechanisms (e.g. in a combination with one or more adjustment mechanism); operation of a mechanism for setting and/or adjusting the brake stroke (e.g. travel of piston) may comprise engagement of a pushrod; the mechanism may comprise a feature configured to engage the pushrod (e.g. by direct action on the pushrod or a feature of the pushrod or by indirect action through a link, adjuster, etc. configured to engage the pushrod). The master cylinder assembly may be configured to be set and/or adjusted/tuned within the indicated range to provide an intended performance and/or “feel” for the operator at the brake lever (e.g. at an adjuster, link, etc.). 1. A brake system configured to be operable by an actuator comprising:(a) a caliper assembly; and a body;', 'a piston configured to move from an initial stroke position along a full stroke within the body to actuate braking action at the caliper assembly;', 'a pushrod configured to engage the piston;', 'a link actuated by the actuator and configured to engage the pushrod into ...

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

CYCLING SHOE FIXING DEVICE

Номер: US20200010143A1
Автор: KAO BRYAN WEILUEN
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A cycling shoe fixing device and a bicycle are provided. The cycling shoe fixing device includes a brake sensing module, a cycling shoe releasing module and a power supply module. The brake sensing module is disposed inside a brake handle of the bicycle. The brake sensor of the brake sensing module can sense the braking action of the brake handle to generate a sensing signal. The cycling shoe releasing module is disposed inside the pedal module of the bicycle. Upon receipt of the sensing signal, a driving unit can drive the engagement unit according to the sensing signal, to make the cycling shoes separable from the pedal module. With the configuration, the cycling shoes can be released automatically in response to subconscious action, to prevent from risk that the rider takes off the cycling shoes too late. 1. A cycling shoe fixing device , applicable to a bicycle , and comprising:a brake sensing module disposed inside a brake handle of the bicycle, and comprising a brake sensor and a first wireless transmitter, wherein the brake sensor is configured to sense a braking action of the brake handle to generate and transmit a sensing signal to the first wireless transmitter, and the first wireless transmitter is configured to transmit the sensing signal;a cycling shoe releasing module disposed inside a pedal module of the bicycle, wherein the pedal module corresponds to a cycling shoes used by a user, and the cycling shoe releasing module comprises a driving unit and a second wireless transmitter, the second wireless transmitter is configured to receive the sensing signal, and transmit the sensing signal to the driving unit, and the driving unit is connected to an engagement unit of the pedal module, and configured to drive the engagement unit to a release location according to the sensing signal, so as to make the cycling shoes separable from the pedal module; anda power supply module electrically connected to the brake sensor, the first wireless transmitter, the ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

Grip cover

Номер: US20170015377A1
Автор: Paul A. Feuerstein
Принадлежит: SRAM LLC

A grip cover for a bicycle control device includes a high durometer portion that is configured to engage the bicycle control device to maintain the grip cover in contact with the bicycle control device. The grip cover further includes a low durometer portion that is connected to the high durometer portion. The low durometer portion is configured to be tensioned by the high durometer portion when the grip cover is installed on the bicycle control device.

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

ROUTING STRUCTURE FOR BRAKING FORCE-TRANSMITTING MEMBER IN MOTORCYCLE

Номер: US20170015383A1
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Provided is a routing structure for a braking force-transmitting member in a motorcycle in which a front part of a unit-swing engine supporting a rear wheel is supported on a vehicle body frame via a link mechanism, and the braking force-transmitting member is routed to extend in the fore-and-aft direction so as to transmit a braking force to a rear wheel brake disposed coaxially with the rear wheel, wherein the link mechanism includes a first link linked to the vehicle body frame and a second link linked to the unit-swing engine while having an engine suspension boss portion pivotably linked to the first link, and a guide member retaining the braking force-transmitting member extending in the fore-and-aft direction beneath the unit-swing engine is mounted on the second link. This can suppress swinging of a braking force-transmitting member and enables the mass around the braking force-transmitting member to be concentrated. 1. A routing structure for a braking force-transmitting member in a motorcycle in which a unit-swing engine extending in a fore-and-aft direction so as to axially support a rear wheel via a rear part thereof has a front part swingably supported on a vehicle body frame via a link mechanism , and a braking force-transmitting member for transmitting a braking force to a rear wheel brake disposed coaxially with the rear wheel so as to brake the rear wheel is routed so as to extend in the fore-and-aft direction , wherein the link mechanism comprises a first link linked to the vehicle body frame and a second link linked to the unit-swing engine while having an engine suspension boss portion pivotably linked to the first link , and a guide member retaining the braking force-transmitting member extending in the fore-and-aft direction beneath the unit-swing engine is mounted on the second link ,a center stand is pivotably supported on the second link, and an elastic spring urging the center stand toward a retracted position side is provided between the ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

BYCYCLE OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20180015980A1
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A bicycle operating device comprises a base member, an operating unit, and a support shaft. The operating unit includes a rotatable member rotatable relative to the base member about a first rotational axis to control a bicycle component. The operating unit has a first operating unit end supported by the base member and a second operating unit end opposite to the first operating unit end along the first rotational axis. The support shaft extends in a direction non-parallel to the first rotational axis and couples the second operating unit end to the base member. The support shaft has a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. The first end and the second end are supported by the base member. 1. A bicycle operating device comprising:a base member;an operating unit including a rotatable member rotatable relative to the base member about a first rotational axis to control a bicycle component, the operating unit having a first operating unit end supported by the base member and a second operating unit end opposite to the first operating unit end along the first rotational axis; anda support shaft extending in a direction non-parallel to the first rotational axis and coupling the second operating unit end to the base member, the support shaft having a first end and a second end opposite to the first end, the first end and the second end being supported by the base member.2. The bicycle operating device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a pivot pin coupled to the base member;an operating member rotatably coupled to the base member via the pivot pin; anda biasing member wound about the pivot pin, the biasing member having a first biasing member end hooked on the support shaft.3. The bicycle operating device according to claim 2 , whereinthe biasing member is configured to bias the operating member toward a rest position.4. The bicycle operating device according to claim 2 , whereinthe support shaft has a groove, the biasing member being hooked on the ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

BICYCLE HYDRAULIC DEVICE

Номер: US20180015982A1
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A bicycle hydraulic device comprises a base member and a cover member. The base member is configured to be mounted to a bicycle body. The base member comprises a hydraulic bore and an insertion portion. The hydraulic bore has a first end and a second end. The first end defines a first opening. The insertion portion is provided between the first end and the second end. The insertion portion includes an insertion opening different from the first opening. The cover member is provided at the insertion portion via the insertion opening to cover the hydraulic bore. 1. A bicycle hydraulic device comprising: [ a first end defining a first opening, and', 'a second end; and, 'a hydraulic bore having'}, 'an insertion portion provided between the first end and the second end, the insertion portion including an insertion opening different from the first opening; and, 'a base member configured to be mounted to a bicycle body, the base member comprisinga cover member provided at the insertion portion via the insertion opening to cover the hydraulic bore.2. The bicycle hydraulic device according to claim 1 , whereinthe insertion portion is provided closer to the first end than to the second end.3. The bicycle hydraulic device according to claim 1 , whereinthe second end defines a second opening, andthe insertion opening is different from the second opening.4. The bicycle hydraulic device according to claim 3 , further comprisinga piston movably provided in the hydraulic bore to be removable from the second opening.5. The bicycle hydraulic device according to claim 1 , whereinthe insertion portion includes a first surface extending along a plane facing the second end, andthe cover member is contactable with the first surface.6. The bicycle hydraulic device according to claim 5 , whereinthe hydraulic bore defines a center axis, andthe plane including the first surface is perpendicular to the center axis.7. The bicycle hydraulic device according to claim 5 , whereinthe insertion ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

Cable Operated Left-Hand Rear Brake System

Номер: US20180015983A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A cable operated left-hand rear brake system for off-road motorbikes and closed-course motorbikes consists of a handlebar-mounted brake lever, a brake cable, a cable perch, and a cable adapter. The handlebar-mounted brake lever provides the user with an alternative method to apply the rear breaks in addition to the existing foot lever. The brake cable is connected to the handlebar-mounted brake lever at a first end and the cable adapter at a second end. The cable adapter is mounted to the existing braking system of the motorbike. Therefore, when the user intends to apply the rear brakes, the handlebar-mounted brake lever is compressed such that the cable adapter pivots to control the existing braking system. The cable perch is used to position the guide the brake cable from the handlebar-mounted brake lever to the cable adapter.

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE BRAKING SYSTEM COMPRISING A HANDLE AND A BRAKE CABLE

Номер: US20190016320A1
Автор: Petitdemange David
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a braking device () for a vehicle having a handlebar and a brake cable (C), said device comprising a support () provided with a fastener sleeve () and including a receiving cavity () for receiving the nipple (Ca) of the brake cable, said device further comprising a pivot body () mounted to pivot about a pivot axis (Y), the pivot body comprising both a brake handle () and also a guide member () for guiding the brake cable into the pivot body and extending along an axis (Z), the axis of the guide member extending transversely relative to a plane () that is perpendicular to the pivot axis, and the guide member and the brake handle extending on opposite sides of the support. 116-. (canceled)17. A braking device for a vehicle having a handlebar with an axis and a brake cable with a nipple , said braking device comprising:a support presenting both a first end provided with a fastener sleeve for fastening to the handlebar, the fastener sleeve having an axis, and a second end; anda pivot body mounted on the support so as to pivot about a pivot axis that is substantially parallel to the axis of the fastener sleeve, the pivot body including a brake handle extending substantially parallel to the axis of the fastener sleeve;wherein the pivot body includes a guide member for guiding the brake cable into the pivot body, said guide member extending along an axis that is transverse to a plane that is perpendicular to the pivot axis, in that the second end of the support includes a receiving cavity for receiving the nipple of the brake cable, and in that the guide member and the brake handle extend on opposite sides of the support.18. The braking device according to claim 17 , wherein the guide member and the brake handle are located on opposite sides of a plane that is perpendicular to the axis of the fastener sleeve and that passes via the receiving cavity.19. The braking device according to claim 17 , wherein the support presents a bend portion formed ...

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

VEHICLE WITH AN ACTUATOR FOR ADJUSTING A LIMITER STRAP

Номер: US20200016950A1
Принадлежит:

A vehicle comprises a chassis, a seat, an endless drive track, a rear suspension assembly with at least one slide rail and a substantially inextensible limiter strap extending between the chassis and the at least one slide rail, to limit separation between the at least one slide rail and the chassis. The strap holder is moveable between a first holder position and a second holder position, a position of the end of the limiter strap being different in the first strap holder position compared to the second strap holder position. A control cable is operatively connects the strap holder to a strap adjustment actuator. The strap adjustment actuator is disposed forward of the seat and is operable by a user during operation of the vehicle, the strap adjustment actuator being movable between first and second positions related to the positions of the strap holder. 1. A vehicle , comprising:a chassis;at least one seat connected to the chassis;a motor connected to the chassis;an endless drive track disposed below the chassis, the endless drive track being operatively connected to the motor for propulsion of the vehicle; a left slide rail;', 'a right slide rail;', 'at least one suspension arm pivotally connected to one of the left and right slide rails and pivotally connected to the chassis;', 'a shock absorber connected between the chassis and the one of the left and right slide rails;', 'a limiter strap extending between the chassis and the one of the left and right slide rails, the limiter strap being substantially inextensible to limit separation between the one of the left and right slide rails and the chassis;', the one of the left and right slide rails, and', 'the chassis,, 'a strap holder connected between an end of the limiter strap and one of, 'the strap holder being moveable between a first holder position and a second holder position, a position of the end of the limiter strap being different in the first strap holder position compared to the second strap holder ...

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

CONTROLLER, CONTROL METHOD, AND BRAKE SYSTEM

Номер: US20200017086A1
Автор: Oshida Yuki
Принадлежит:

The invention obtains a controller and a control method capable of improving safety by automatic emergency deceleration action while suppressing a motorcycle from falling over. The invention also obtains a brake system that includes such a controller. 160100. A controller () that controls behavior of a motorcycle () , the controller comprising:{'b': 61', '100, 'an acquisition section () that acquires trigger information generated in accordance with peripheral environment of the motorcycle (); and'}{'b': 62', '100, 'an execution section () that initiates a control mode in response to the trigger information, the control mode causing the motorcycle () to take automatic emergency deceleration action, wherein'}{'b': 61', '100, 'the acquisition section () acquires a lean angle of the motorcycle (), and'}{'b': '100', 'in the control mode, automatic emergency deceleration that is deceleration of the motorcycle () generated by the automatic emergency deceleration action is controlled in accordance with the lean angle.'}2. The controller according to claim 1 , whereinin the control mode, in the case where the lean angle is large, the automatic emergency deceleration action is taken, and the automatic emergency deceleration therein is lower than the automatic emergency deceleration in the automatic emergency deceleration action that is taken when the lean angle is small.3. The controller according to claim 2 , wherein{'b': '100', 'in the control mode, the automatic emergency deceleration of the motorcycle (), which is generated during the automatic emergency deceleration action, is controlled in accordance with the lean angle acquired during the automatic emergency deceleration action.'}4. The controller according to claim 1 , whereinin the control mode, in the case where the lean angle exceeds a lean angle reference value, the automatic emergency deceleration action is prohibited.5. The controller according to claim 4 , whereinin the control mode, in the case where the lean ...

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

Hydraulic Control Valve Brake System

Номер: US20210016752A1
Автор: Xiaolei ZHANG
Принадлежит: Zhejiang CFMOTO Power Co Ltd

A hydraulic control valve for an ATV or motorcycle takes hydraulic input from a hand brake lever as an input to a first cavity of the control valve with a movable piston therein, and from a foot brake lever as an input to a second cavity of the control valve with a movable piston therein, with the two pistons being linked. A bypass channel extends around the piston in the first cavity, which is closed off when the first piston moves longitudinally. The output of the first cavity hydraulically controls braking of the front wheel(s). The foot brake lever also pressurizes a direct line to brake the rear wheel(s) that doesn't go through the control valve.

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

BRAKE DEVICE AND STRADDLED VEHICLE

Номер: US20170021895A1
Принадлежит: YAMAHA HATSUDOKI KABUSHIKI KAISHA

During control ON of a brake control device, an ECU acquires a front wheel target braking force and a rear wheel target braking force from operation amount-front/rear wheel target braking force characteristics stored in a storage based on a master cylinder pressure detected by a master pressure sensor, and controls an oil pressure unit such that oil pressures corresponding to the acquired front wheel target braking force and rear wheel target braking force are respectively supplied to a front wheel brake and a rear wheel brake. During control OFF of the brake control device, oil pressures generated by a tandem master cylinder are directly supplied to the front wheel brake and the rear wheel brake. Hydraulic pressure control is performed such that operation amount-both wheels target braking force characteristics in a control ON state is equal to operation amount-both wheels target braking characteristics during a control OFF state. 1. A brake device to be provided on a straddled vehicle having a front wheel and a rear wheel , comprising:a first brake that exerts a braking force on the front wheel by a hydraulic pressure;a second brake that exerts a braking force on the rear wheel by a hydraulic pressure;a single operation member operated by a driver in order to adjust the braking forces of the first and second brakes;an operation amount detector that detects an operation amount of the operation member;a storage that stores a relationship between the operation amount of the operation member and braking forces to be respectively exerted on the front wheel and the rear wheel; acquire a first target braking force to be exerted on the front wheel, a second target braking force, to be exerted on the rear wheel, from the relationship stored in the storage based on the operation amount detected by the operation amount detector,', 'supply a first hydraulic pressure, corresponding to the acquired first target braking force, to the first brake so that the first brake exerts the ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

STRADDLE-TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20190023345A1
Автор: KUWABARA Naoki
Принадлежит:

A straddle-type vehicle includes a drive unit used for driving a rear wheel of the straddle-type vehicle, wherein a discharge port that discharges oil in the drive unit is installed on a lower section of the drive unit, and a guide that guides oil to an outside in a vehicle width direction is installed in a vicinity of a lower section of the discharge port. 1. A straddle-type vehicle comprising a drive unit used for driving a driving wheel of the straddle-type vehicle ,wherein a discharge port that discharges oil in the drive unit is installed on a lower section of the drive unit, anda guide that guides the oil to an outside in a vehicle width direction is installed in a vicinity of a lower section of the discharge port.2. The straddle-type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when seen in a bottom view claim 1 , an opening section that opens the discharge port downward is formed in the guide.3. The straddle-type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the guide is formed integrally with a support section that is able to support a cable body.4. The straddle-type vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the guide comprises:a forward-rearward extension section extending in a vehicle forward-rearward direction;an outward extension section extending outward from one end of the forward-rearward extension section in the vehicle width direction; anda downward extension section extending downward from an outer end of the outward extension section in the vehicle width direction.5. The straddle-type vehicle according to claim 4 , wherein the support section comprises a support section main body that supports the cable body further outward than the outward extension section in the vehicle width direction.6. The straddle-type vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the guide and the support section are fixed to a drive unit case of the drive unit by a single fixing member claim 3 ,the guide is disposed on one side with respect to the fixing member in the vehicle forward ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

Motorized collapsible scooter for use as an assistive mobility device

Номер: US20190023347A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A motorized scooter is provided for use as an assistive mobility aid. The motorized scooter is easily folded for storage or transport. It comprises a front wheel in rotatably engagement with a steering tube, the front wheel including a hub and spokes extending therefrom, an electric motor housed in the hub and in mechanical communication with a cog, the cog engaging the spokes; a handle bar distally attached to the steering tube; a framework, the framework including a plurality of tubes that are in one or more of pivotal or slidable relation; a seat post slidably mounted on the framework; a seat attached to the seat post; and a pair of rear wheels in rotatable engagement with the framework.

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24-04-2014 дата публикации

Hydraulic Converter and Hydraulic Brake

Номер: US20140109567A1
Принадлежит: Gustav Magenwirth GmbH & Co., KG

A hydraulic converter for a hydraulic brake system or clutch system, in particular, of a handlebar-steered vehicle, in particular of a bicycle, includes at least one hydraulic master device and a mechanical slave device for actuating the hydraulic master device. The hydraulic master device comprises a cylinder with a pressure chamber, a piston arranged in the cylinder displaceably along the axis of the cylinder, and the hydraulic converter having an adjustment device for adjusting the volume of the pressure chamber of the cylinder. 1. A hydraulic converter for a hydraulic system , comprising: an axis; and', 'a piston disposed in the cylinder displaceably along the axis of the cylinder;, 'at least one hydraulic master device comprising a cylinder defining a pressure chamber and havinga mechanical slave device configured to actuate the hydraulic master device; andan adjustment device configured to adjust a volume of the pressure chamber of the cylinder.2. The hydraulic converter according to claim 1 , further comprising a housing in which the cylinder is disposed displaceably claim 1 , the adjustment device including a releasable locking device between the housing and the cylinder.3. The hydraulic converter according to claim 2 , wherein the housing defines a cylinder receptacle in which the cylinder is disposed displaceably.4. The hydraulic converter according to claim 2 , further comprising a locking pin having a locking section claim 2 , the housing defining a receptacle for the locking pin claim 2 , the cylinder defining a receptacle shaped to receive the locking section of the locking pin.5. The hydraulic converter according to claim 1 , wherein:the at least one hydraulic master device is at least two hydraulic master devices; andthe mechanical slave device is at least two mechanical slave devices.6. The hydraulic converter according to claim 5 , wherein the at least two mechanical slave devices each have a respective lever member claim 5 , the lever members each ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

STRADDLE-TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20170029063A1
Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

A straddle-type vehicle includes a steering stem, a top bridge, a first front fork, a second front fork, a front wheel braking unit, an ABS modulator, a supporter, and a brake pipe. The front wheel braking unit is provided at the first front fork. The ABS modulator is disposed rearward with respect to the top bridge. The supporter is provided at the second front fork forward with respect to the top bridge. The brake pipe extends from the ABS modulator to the front wheel braking unit through the supporter. The brake pipe between the ABS modulator and the supporter passes through a space between the head pipe and the second front fork below the top bridge. The brake pipe between the supporter and the front wheel braking unit passes through a position higher than the top bridge to be connected to the front wheel braking unit. 1. A straddle-type vehicle including:a steering stem which is turnably supported on a head pipe provided in a front part of said vehicle;a top bridge which is provided on an upper end part of said steering stem;a pair of front forks which are respectively supported by left and right fork insertion holes of said top bridge;a front wheel braking unit which is placed on a side close to a first front fork of said pair of front forks and configured to apply braking force to a front wheel;an ABS modulator which is disposed behind said top bridge and configured to control the braking force of said front wheel braking unit; anda brake pipe which connects said ABS modulator and said front wheel braking unit to each other,said straddle-type vehicle comprising a supporter which is placed on a side close to a second front fork of said pair of front forks at a position ahead of said top bridge with respect to said vehicle and configured to support said brake pipe, extends from a part of said vehicle behind said top bridge and passes through a space between said head pipe and said second front fork below said top bridge to be supported by said supporter,', ' ...

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04-02-2016 дата публикации

Bicycle rim brake

Номер: US20160031522A1
Автор: Daisuke Nago
Принадлежит: Shimano Inc

A bicycle rim brake basically has a first brake arm, a second brake arm and a link. The first brake arm has a first coupling portion configured to pivot about a first pivot axis and a first mounting portion. The second brake arm has a second coupling portion configured to pivot about the first pivot axis and a second mounting portion. The second mounting portion is configured to mount a second friction member. The link is pivotally coupled to the second brake arm about a second pivot axis that is offset from the first pivot axis. The link has a coupling structure configured to be coupled with a movable member and a contact portion contacting the first brake arm. The coupling structure is spaced from the second pivot axis. The contact portion pivots the first and second brake arms about the first pivot axis as the link pivots about the second pivot axis.

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE REAR WHEEL HOOD BRAKE/STOP SYSTEM FOR FREE STYLE KICK SCOOTERS

Номер: US20180029665A1
Автор: Broussard Andrew
Принадлежит:

An adjustable rear wheel hood system has a movable hood, so to be longitudinally adjusted to accommodate shrinking wheels (due to wear), or other requirements. A longitudinal slot is aligned between the rear wheel hood and the deck, and after adjusting the hood-to-rear wheel separation to a desired amount, the hood is secured to the deck via a shaped protuberance and securing mechanism, preventing lateral movement of the hood. 1. A free style kick scooter adjustable rear wheel hood system , comprising:at least one securing mechanism;a free style kick scooter deck having a longitudinally oriented slot accommodating a brake hood, the slot being longer than wide, having a plurality of widths along its longitudinal axis and disposed at a rear of the scooter deck; anda braking hood constructed of a resilient material, having a first section, a second section and a third section, the third section being elevated from the deck for application of braking force when pressure is applied to a top side portion of the rear section, the second section having a hole for the at least one securing mechanism, and the first section having a raised alignment feature that is wider than a smaller of the slot widths but thinner than a larger of the slot widths,wherein the slot facilitates adjustment of a mating position of the brake hood on the scooter deck to affect a braking response, and the combination of the securing mechanism and alignment feature when secured to the deck, prevent the braking hood from lateral and rotational movement on the deck.2. The adjustable rear wheel hood system of claim 1 , wherein the brake hood is made from formed sheet metal.3. The adjustable rear wheel hood system of claim 1 , wherein the raised alignment feature is T-shaped.4. The adjustable rear wheel hood system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of widths of the slot are co-linear.5. The adjustable rear wheel hood system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of widths of the slot are not co-linear.6. ...

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17-02-2022 дата публикации

BICYCLE BRAKE LEVER

Номер: US20220048591A1
Автор: Hsieh Chia-Wen
Принадлежит: TEKTRO TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION

A bicycle brake lever includes a casing, a hydraulic assembly, and a driving assembly. The hydraulic assembly is disposed in the casing. The hydraulic assembly includes a main body, a piston located in the main body, and a link connected to the piston. The driving assembly includes a pivotable component and a lever. The pivotable component has a mount portion, a first end portion, and a second end portion. The mount portion is connected to the first end portion and the second end portion and pivotably disposed on the main body. The first end portion is pivotably disposed on the link. The lever is pivotably disposed on the main body, and the second end portion is pivotably disposed on the lever. When the lever is pivoted, the lever moves the piston via the pivotable component and the link so as to increase an oil pressure in the main body. 1. A bicycle brake lever , adapted to be mounted on a handlebar , comprising:a casing;a hydraulic assembly, disposed in the casing, wherein the hydraulic assembly comprises a main body, a piston, and a link, the piston is movably located in the main body, and the link is connected to the piston; and a pivotable component, having a mount portion, a first end portion, and a second end portion, wherein the mount portion is located between and connected to the first end portion and the second end portion, the mount portion is pivotably disposed on the main body, and the first end portion of the pivotable component is pivotably disposed on the link; and', 'a lever, pivotably disposed on the main body, wherein the second end portion of the pivotable component is pivotably disposed on the lever;, 'a driving assembly, comprisingwherein when the lever is pivoted relative to the main body, the lever moves the piston via the pivotable component and the link so as to increase an oil pressure in the main body.2. The bicycle brake lever according to claim 1 , further comprising a first pivot claim 1 , a second pivot claim 1 , a third pivot claim ...

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17-02-2022 дата публикации

STRUCTURE FOR LOCKING THE CABLE OF BICYCLE

Номер: US20220048594A1
Автор: LIN Jhen-Ming
Принадлежит: SUN RACE STURMEY-ARCHER INC.

A cable clamping mechanism for a bicycle comprises a linkage member, a fixing screw, a nut and a linkage cable. The linkage member includes a first surface and a second surface. A through hole on the linkage member passes through the first surface and the second surface. The fixing screw is provided in the through hole and includes a cable hole passing through a radial direction of the fixing screw, where in the cable hole is on a side of the second surface. The nut joints a bottom end of the fixing screw. The linkage cable passes through the cable hole. The nut presses against the linkage cable so as to clamp the linkage cable in the cable hole. the fixing screw is rotatable within the through hole relative to the linkage member so that the linkage cable can also simultaneously rotate relative to the linkage member. 1. A cable clamping mechanism for a bicycle , comprising:a linkage member including a through hole, the linkage member including a first surface and a second surface, the through hole passing through the first surface and the second surface;a fixing screw provided in the through hole, the fixing screw including a cable hole passing through a radial direction of the fixing screw, the cable hole being on a side of the second surface;a nut jointing a bottom end of the fixing screw; anda linkage cable passing through the cable hole;wherein the nut presses against the linkage cable so as to clamp the linkage cable in the cable hole, wherein the fixing screw is rotatable within the through hole relative to the linkage member so that the linkage cable can also simultaneously rotate relative to the linkage member.2. The cable clamping mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the fixing screw further comprising:a fixing member including at least a portion with a dimension which is greater than a diameter of the through hole;a first cylinder with a diameter adapted to the diameter of the through hole, the first cylinder including a first end connected to the ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

Wheel speed detecting device, and ring to be detected

Номер: US20180031595A1
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

A pulsar ring which is a detection target ring includes an annular base wall having pickup holes and a plurality of ring attachment portions protruding from an outer peripheral edge portion of the base wall and being fixed, together with a disc attachment portion of a brake disc, to a wheel of a vehicle wheel assembly. Regions corresponding to positions between adjacent ring attachment portions in an inner peripheral edge portion of the base wall are bent to form reinforcing ribs.

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31-01-2019 дата публикации

HYDRAULIC OPERATING SYSTEM

Номер: US20190031279A1
Принадлежит:

A hydraulic operating system for a small vehicle including a bicycle is basically provided with a base member, a piston, a hydraulic fluid chamber, a diaphragm and a deformation adjustment structure. The base member includes a cylinder bore. The piston is movably disposed in the cylinder bore. The hydraulic fluid chamber is fluidly connected to the cylinder bore. The diaphragm is at least partially defining the hydraulic fluid chamber. The diaphragm is deformed by fluid pressure in response to movement of the piston in the cylinder bore. The deformation adjustment structure is configured to selectively change a deformation condition of the diaphragm between at least two different deformation conditions. 1. A hydraulic operating system for a small vehicle including a bicycle comprising:a base member including a cylinder bore;a piston movably disposed in the cylinder bore;a hydraulic fluid chamber fluidly connected to the cylinder bore;a diaphragm at least partially defining the hydraulic fluid chamber, the diaphragm being deformed by fluid pressure in response to movement of the piston in the cylinder bore; anda deformation adjustment structure configured to selectively change a deformation condition of the diaphragm between at least two different deformation conditions.2. The hydraulic operating system according to claim 1 , whereinthe hydraulic fluid chamber is fluidly connected to the cylinder bore by a fluid port that is provided on the base member and opens to the cylinder bore at a first location outside of piston stroke of the piston.3. The hydraulic operating system according to claim 1 , whereinthe base member includes a hydraulic fluid tank in which the diaphragm is at least partly arranged, andthe hydraulic fluid chamber is defined between the hydraulic fluid tank and the diaphragm.4. The hydraulic operating system according to claim 1 , whereinthe diaphragm defines a recess, andthe deformation adjustment structure includes a projection that is disposed in ...

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

CONTROLLER OF MOTORCYCLE BRAKE SYSTEM, MOTORCYCLE BRAKE SYSTEM, AND CONTROL METHOD OF MOTORCYCLE BRAKE SYSTEM

Номер: US20200031325A1
Автор: lwatsuki Junya
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A controller and a control method of a motorcycle brake system capable of meeting requests of downsizing, cost cut, simplification, and the like, and a motorcycle brake system including such a controller are obtained. 16010. A controller () of a motorcycle brake system () ,{'b': '10', 'the motorcycle brake system () including{'b': 11', '13', '100, 'brake operators (, ) that are provided in a motorcycle (); and'}{'b': 12', '14', '3', '4', '100, 'wheel braking assemblies (, ) that brake wheels (, ) of the motorcycle (),'}{'b': '60', 'the controller () comprising{'b': 61', '100', '11', '13', '12', '14', '3', '4', '12', '14', '11', '13, 'a brake operation execution section () that initiates a braking force suppression operation in states where the motorcycle () makes a turn and input to each of the brake operators (, ) is increased, the braking force suppression operation being executed to increase braking forces, which are generated by the wheel braking assemblies (, ), in a smaller positive gradient (G) than the positive gradient in a case where the braking forces on the wheels (, ), which are generated by the wheel braking assemblies (, ), depend only on the input to the brake operators (, ); and'}{'b': '65', 'a positive gradient setting section () that sets the positive gradient (G) in the braking force suppression operation,'}{'b': 61', '65, 'the brake operation execution section () initiating the braking force suppression operation in the positive gradient (G), which is set by the positive gradient setting section () when an initiation reference is satisfied,'}{'b': '60', 'the controller () further comprising{'b': 62', '100, 'a lean angle obtainment section () that obtains a lean angle (A) during turning of the motorcycle (), wherein'}{'b': 65', '62, 'the positive gradient setting section () sets the positive gradient (G) that corresponds to the lean angle (A) obtained by the lean angle obtainment section () as the positive gradient (G) in the braking force ...

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04-02-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING AN OBJECT

Номер: US20210031848A1
Автор: DU Muguo

A system and a method for controlling a bicycle used in an online to offline (O2O) service platform that provides a sharing service of bicycles are provided. The system may detect a pressure signal from at least one part of the bicycle. The system may determine an access permission level based at least on the pressure signal. The system may further control at least one electric control component of the bicycle according to at least the user permission level. 1. A method for controlling a bicycle used in an online to offline (O2O) service platform that provides a sharing service of bicycles , the method being implemented on a computing device having at least one processor and at least one computer-readable storage medium , the method comprising:detecting a pressure signal from at least one part of the bicycle;determining an access permission level based at least on the pressure signal; andcontrolling at least one electric control component of the bicycle according to at least the access permission level.24-. (canceled)5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the bicycle is an electric bicycle claim 1 , and before the detecting the pressure signal from at least one part of the object claim 1 , the method further comprises:obtaining user information of a service requester;determining whether the user information is legitimate; andunlocking the bicycle in response to that the user information is legitimate.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one part of the bicycle is a seat of the bicycle claim 1 , and the determining an access permission level based at least on the pressure signal and controlling at least one electric control component of the bicycle includes:determining whether the pressure signal is greater than or equal to a first pressure threshold;determining the access permission level to be full use of the bicycle in response to a determination that the pressure signal is greater than or equal to the first pressure threshold; andturning on an electric ...

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04-02-2021 дата публикации

HYDRAULIC PRESSURE CONTROL UNIT, BRAKING SYSTEM, AND BICYCLE

Номер: US20210031868A1
Принадлежит:

A hydraulic pressure control unit where a degree of freedom in connection to a bicycle is improved is provided. A braking system including such a hydraulic pressure control unit is also provided. A bicycle including such a braking system is also provided. 1110100200. A hydraulic pressure control unit () of a braking system () mounted on a bicycle () and capable of executing an antilock braking control , the hydraulic pressure control unit comprising:{'b': 120', '123, 'a base body () in which an internal flow path () through which brake liquid flows is formed;'}{'b': 131', '120', '131, 'an inlet valve () which is attached to the base body (), is opened and closed when the antilock braking control is executed, and is driven by a first coil (A);'}{'b': 132', '120', '132, 'an outlet valve () which is attached to the base body (), is opened and closed when the antilock braking control is executed, and is driven by a second coil (A);'}{'b': 136', '131', '132, 'a coil casing () in which the first coil (A) and the second coil (A) are accommodated; and'}{'b': '139', 'a fixing member (),'}{'b': 139', '136', '155', '151', '136', '152', '139', '139', '120', '155', '153', '120', '152', '139, 'wherein the fixing member () is joined to the coil casing () in a state where a columnar space () with both ends opened is formed between a partial region () of an outer surface of the coil casing () and a partial region () of an outer surface of the fixing member (), or the fixing member () is joined to the base body () in a state where a columnar space () with both ends opened is formed between a partial region () of an outer surface of the base body () and the partial region () of the outer surface of the fixing member ().'}2. The hydraulic pressure control unit according to claim 1 , wherein{'b': 131', '132', '155, 'the first coil (A) and the second coil (A) are arranged side by side along a direction (D) in which the columnar space () extends.'}3135131132. The hydraulic pressure ...

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31-01-2019 дата публикации

Master Mounting and Hydraulic Disk Brake

Номер: US20190032726A1
Принадлежит: GUSTAV MAGENWIRTH GMBH & CO.

A master cylinder for a hydraulic brake or clutch, the master cylinder comprising a lever and a cylinder housing in which a piston is slidably arranged, wherein the piston is secured against rotation in the cylinder housing, and a piston position detection device having a signal member asymmetrically arranged with respect to a circumference of the piston and a detection member that is at least one of assigned to the signal member and opposite to the signal member. 1. A master cylinder for a hydraulic brake or clutch , comprising:a lever and a cylinder housing in which a piston is slidably arranged, wherein the piston is secured against rotation in the cylinder housing; and a signal member asymmetrically arranged with respect to a circumference of the piston; and', assigned to the signal member; and', 'opposite to the signal member., 'a detection member that is at least one of], 'a piston position detection device having2. The master cylinder according to claim 1 , wherein the signal member is a bar magnet.3. The master cylinder according to claim 1 , wherein the detection member is a Hall sensor.4. The master cylinder according to claim 1 , wherein the detection member is a reed contact.5. The master cylinder according to claim 1 , wherein the signal member is press-fitted transversely in the piston.6. The master cylinder according to claim 1 , wherein the signal member is flush with a circumferential surface of the piston.7. The master cylinder according to claim 1 , wherein the signal member is cast with the piston.8. The master cylinder according to claim 1 , wherein a surface or flattening is formed at the piston.9. The master cylinder according to claim 8 , wherein a pin is arranged in the housing and defines a fixed rotary position of the piston.10. The master cylinder according to claim 9 , wherein the pin glides along the surface or flattening formed at the piston when the master cylinder is actuated.11. The master cylinder according to claim 9 , wherein the ...

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04-02-2021 дата публикации

Brake hydraulic pressure controller

Номер: US20210033158A1
Автор: Takanori Sakamoto
Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

It is possible to prevent occurrence of a resonance phenomenon of a hydraulic unit and to improve attachability/detachability of the hydraulic unit to/from a bracket. A support section ( 42, 43 ) includes: a fixture member ( 80 ) that is fixed to a housing ( 30 ) for a hydraulic unit ( 10 ); and a vibration absorbing member ( 75 ) that is interposed between the housing ( 30 ) and a bracket ( 41 ) and has a through-hole ( 75 a ) through which the fixture member ( 80 ) passes. The vibration absorbing member ( 75 ) includes two vibration absorbing members ( 75 B, 75 C, 75 D) having different rebound resilience from each other. In a state where the vibration absorbing member ( 75 ) is partially accommodated in a recessed section ( 47 ) of the bracket ( 41 ), the vibration absorbing member ( 75 ) is held between the housing ( 30 ) and the bracket ( 41 ).

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11-02-2016 дата публикации

BICYCLE HYDRAULIC QUICK-RELEASE APPARATUS AND BICYCLE FRAME

Номер: US20160039492A1
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A bicycle hydraulic quick-release apparatus comprises a main body and a hydraulic chamber. The main body includes a first hole and a second hole. The hydraulic chamber has a changeable volume and is provided between the first hole and the second hole. The hydraulic chamber is configured to be in a first chamber state where a volume of the hydraulic chamber is a first volume. The hydraulic chamber is configured to be in a second chamber state where the volume of the hydraulic chamber is a second volume different from the first volume. The hydraulic chamber is disconnected from the first hole in the second chamber state. 1. A bicycle hydraulic quick-release apparatus comprising: a first hole; and', 'a second hole; and, 'a main body includinga hydraulic chamber having a changeable volume and provided between the first hole and the second hole, the hydraulic chamber being configured to be in a first chamber state where a volume of the hydraulic chamber is a first volume, the hydraulic chamber being configured to be in a second chamber state where the volume of the hydraulic chamber is a second volume different from the first volume, the hydraulic chamber being disconnected from the first hole in the second chamber state.2. The bicycle hydraulic quick-release apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe second volume is greater than the first volume.3. The bicycle hydraulic quick-release apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a housing including a cylinder bore, and', 'a piston movably provided in the cylinder bore, and, 'the main body includes'}the hydraulic chamber is defined by the housing and the piston.4. The bicycle hydraulic quick-release apparatus according to claim 3 , whereinthe first hole and the second hole are provided at the housing.5. The bicycle hydraulic quick-release apparatus according to claim 3 , whereinthe main body is configured so as to switch the hydraulic chamber between the first chamber state and the second chamber state in accordance with a ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

MOTORCYCLE

Номер: US20170036653A1
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Provided is a motorcycle which can provide a space inside a main frame to place other members therein, and make it difficult for an outside impact to be transmitted to a hydraulic unit. A motorcycle comprises a head pipe which supports a rotary shaft around which a handle is rotatable with respect to a vehicle body; a pair of right and left main frames extending in a forward and rearward direction from the head pipe; and a hydraulic unit mounted to one of the pair of right and left main frames, wherein the pair of right and left main frames have increased-space portions, which define a space with a dimension increasing in an obliquely rearward direction from the head pipe toward maximum-space portions of the main frames, and wherein the hydraulic unit is mounted to an outer portion of the increased-space portion of one of the main frames. 1. A motorcycle comprising:a head pipe which supports a rotary shaft around which a handle is rotatable with respect to a vehicle body in such a manner that the rotary shaft is rotatable;a pair of right and left main frames extending in a forward and rearward direction from the head pipe; anda hydraulic unit mounted to one of the pair of right and left main frames,wherein the pair of right and left main frames have increased-space portions, which define a space with a dimension increasing in an obliquely rearward direction from the head pipe toward maximum-space portions of the main frames, which define a space with a greatest dimension, andwherein the hydraulic unit is mounted to an outer portion of the increased-space portion of one of the main frames.2. The motorcycle according to claim 1 ,wherein the hydraulic unit is placed in such a manner that a whole of the hydraulic unit or a center of gravity of the hydraulic unit is located in a placement space that is inward relative to a virtual line extending in the forward and rearward direction along an outer edge of one of the maximum-space portions.3. The motorcycle according to ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

STEP STRUCTURE OF MOTORCYCLE

Номер: US20170036727A1
Автор: SHIGIHARA Takashi
Принадлежит: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

A motorcycle with a reduced number of parts for a step structure to achieve a compact and simple structure. The motorcycle includes an engine main body of an engine, which exerts power for driving a rear wheel. The engine is mounted on a body frame with a main step on which a rider's foot is placed being supported on the body frame. An exhaust muffler, to which exhaust gas from the engine main body is introduced, is supported by a muffler stay attached to the body frame. A muffler stay, which is attached to attachment portions provided in a body frame above a main step, extends downwardly toward the rear from the attachment portions and functions as a heel guard for a rider placing his/her foot on the main step. 1. A step structure of a motorcycle wherein an engine main body of an engine , which exerts power for driving a rear wheel , is mounted on a body frame with a main step on which a rider's foot is placed is supported to said body frame and an exhaust muffler , to which exhaust gas from said engine main body is introduced , is supported by a muffler stay attached to said body frame , comprising:said muffler stay, which is attached to an attachment portion provided on said body frame above said main step, extends downwardly toward the rear from said attachment portion, and functions as a heel guard for the rider placing his/her foot on said main step.2. The step structure of a motorcycle according to claim I , wherein a foot positioning portion opened at least on an outer face of said muffler stay in the vehicle width direction is formed in said muffler stay , in such a manner so as to accommodate part of the rider's foot placed on said main step to determine a position of said foot on said main step.3. The step structure of a motorcycle according to claim 2 , wherein:a main step stay is fixed to said body frame;a step movable-support member arranged on the inner side in the vehicle width direction of said muffler stay is supported to said main step stay, in ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

Master Unit

Номер: US20170036733A1
Автор: Ruopp Michael
Принадлежит:

In order to improve a master unit for vehicles, in particular for vehicles steered by a handlebar, comprising a housing, a master cylinder unit provided in the housing, an actuation unit for manually actuating the master cylinder unit with a push lever pivotable relative to the housing about a push lever pivot axis and with a push element transmitting a movement of the push lever to the master cylinder unit, which push element is provided on the push lever and, when the actuation unit is manually actuated, acts, via a pressure surface at a contact point, on a contact surface of the master cylinder unit, such that an optimal adaptation to the particular circumstances is possible, it is proposed that, in order to adjust a transmission ratio of the actuation unit with which the actuation unit acts on the master cylinder unit, a lever arm effective in the event of the actuation is adjustable between the contact point and the push lever pivot axis by means of an adjustment device. 1. Master unit for vehicles , in particular for vehicles steered by a handlebar , comprising a housing , a master cylinder unit provided in the housing , an actuation unit for manually actuating the master cylinder unit with a push lever which is pivotable relative to the housing about a push lever pivot axis and with a push element transmitting a movement of the push lever to the master cylinder unit , which push element is provided on the push lever and , when the actuation unit is manually actuated , acts , via a pressure surface at a contact point , on a contact surface of the master cylinder unit , a lever arm effective in the event of the actuation is adjustable between the contact point and the push lever pivot axis by means of an adjustment device , in order to adjust a transmission ratio of the actuation unit with which the actuation unit acts on the master cylinder unit.2. Master unit according to claim 1 , wherein the adjustment device is arranged on the actuation unit claim 1 , and ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

Hydraulic Brake Mechanism

Номер: US20170036734A1
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A hydraulic brake mechanism is mountable to a bicycle handlebar. The hydraulic brake mechanism includes a housing having a base portion and an extension portion, the base portion including first and second ends, the base portion including a handlebar clamp at the first end, the base portion extending generally horizontally and the extension portion extending forwardly of the base portion at the second end and angled generally upwardly from the base portion when the hydraulic brake mechanism is mounted to the bicycle handlebar, the housing sized and shaped to be grasped by a user's hand, the housing having a fluid outlet port in the extension portion. The hydraulic brake mechanism may include a fluid line attached to the fluid outlet port and disposed in a groove formed along a length of the extension portion and the base portion of the housing. 1. A hydraulic brake mechanism mountable to a bicycle handlebar , the hydraulic brake mechanism comprising:a housing having a base portion and an extension portion, the base portion including first and second ends, the base portion including a handlebar clamp at the first end, the base portion extending generally horizontally and the extension portion extending forwardly of the base portion at the second end and angled generally upwardly from the base portion when the hydraulic brake mechanism is mounted to the bicycle handlebar, the housing sized and shaped to be grasped by a user's hand, the housing having a fluid outlet port in the extension portion;a shift device disposed in the housing;a fluid chamber disposed in the extension portion of the housing in fluid communication with a fluid reservoir and the fluid outlet port;a piston movably disposed within the fluid chamber;a lever pivotally disposed at the second end of the base portion, the lever operatively connected to the piston to slidably displace the piston within the fluid chamber; anda fluid line attached to the fluid outlet port and disposed in a groove formed ...

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

BICYCLE CONTROL DEVICE

Номер: US20180037299A1
Принадлежит: Campagnolo S.r.l.

A bicycle control device for issuing at least one command to at least one bicycle equipment comprises a body configured to be mounted on the bicycle, at least one manual actuation member associated with the body, and a clicking mechanism. The clicking mechanism comprises a magnetic clicking switch having a first element that is fixed with respect to the body, and a second element that is movable with respect to the first element and actuatable by said at least one manual actuation member when said manual actuation member issues said command. 1. A bicycle control device for issuing at least one command to at least one bicycle equipment , the control device comprising:a body configured to be mounted on the bicycle;at least one manual actuation member associated with the body; anda clicking mechanism;wherein said clicking mechanism comprises a magnetic clicking switch having a first element that is fixed with respect to the body, and a second element that is movable with respect to the first element and actuatable by said at least one manual actuation member when said manual actuation member issues said command.2. The bicycle control device according to claim 1 , wherein said clicking mechanism comprises a snapping device claim 1 , said second element of the magnetic clicking switch being rigidly associated with said snapping device.3. The bicycle control device according to claim 2 , wherein said manual actuation member is a lever comprising a driving arm and a driven arm claim 2 , said snapping device comprising a plate-like element wherein an opening for slidably housing a first pin associated with the driven arm of the lever is formed claim 2 , said snapping device comprising in particular a spring having one end associated with said first pin and the other end associated with a second pin carried by said plate-like element.4. The bicycle control device according to claim 3 , further comprising a lever cover associated with said driving arm of said lever claim 3 , ...

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12-02-2015 дата публикации

BRAKING DEVICE FOR A PERSONAL MOBILITY VEHICLE

Номер: US20150041235A1
Автор: Chen Robert, Hadley Robert
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A personal mobility vehicle, such as a scooter, includes at least one battery and motor for powering at least one driven wheel. The vehicle also includes a braking assembly configured to isolate the motor from the at least one driven wheel such that power is terminated from the motor to the at least one wheel in response to a user engaging a braking assembly of the vehicle. The vehicle can include a switch or position sensor that interacts with the braking assembly to initiate the isolation of the motor from the at least one driven wheel and the switch or position sensor preferably is inaccessible to the foot of the user. 1. A personal mobility vehicle comprising:a body having a support member and being configured to support a user;at least one wheel supported by the body and rotatable around an axis; an attachment portion configured to be supported by the body;', 'an actuator portion that is accessible to the foot of a user;', 'a braking surface supported by the braking assembly and configured to apply frictional braking force when in contact with the at least one wheel;, 'a braking assembly supported by the body; the braking assembly comprisinga motor supported by the body and arranged to transfer rotational force to the at least one wheel;a switch supported by the body and positioned below the support member;wherein the braking assembly has an engaged position in which the braking surface is in contact with the at least one wheel;wherein the braking assembly has a second position in which the braking surface does not contact the at least one wheel, the braking assembly being movable to the engaged position in response to the user acting upon the actuator portion;wherein the switch is configured to be actuated when the braking assembly is moved from the second position to the engaged position, and actuating the switch stops or impedes the transfer of force from the motor to the at least one wheel.2. The personal mobility vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the braking ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

CONTROLLER OF BRAKE SYSTEM FOR MOTORCYCLE, BRAKE SYSTEM FOR MOTORCYCLE, AND CONTROL METHOD OF BRAKE SYSTEM FOR MOTORCYCLE

Номер: US20190039581A1
Автор: lwatsuki Junya
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A controller and a control method of a brake system for a motorcycle are obtained, the controller and the control method capable of improving behavior stability of a motorcycle at a time when a road surface is a steep upward slope. The invention also obtains a brake system for a motorcycle that includes such a controller. 1. A controller of a brake system for a motorcycle ,the brake system for a motorcycle including:a first brake operation section that is provided on a handlebar of the motorcycle;a front-wheel brake mechanism that brakes a front wheel of the motorcycle in an interlocking manner with at least the first brake operation section;a second brake operation section that is provided on a trunk of the motorcycle; anda rear-wheel brake mechanism that brakes a rear wheel of the motorcycle in an interlocking manner with at least the second brake operation section,the controller comprising: a brake action control section that at least governs an action of the rear wheel brake mechanism,the controller further comprising:a brake operation determination section that determines presence or absence of a user's operation of the first brake operation section; anda slip-down determination section that determines whether the motorcycle is in a slip-down state where the motorcycle travels backward while the front wheel is braked, whereinin the cases where the brake operation determination section determines that the user's operation of the first brake operation section is present and the slip-down determination section determines that the motorcycle is in the slip-down state when a road surface is an upward slope, the brake action control section executes an emergency control action that causes the rear-wheel brake mechanism to generate a braking force that brakes the rear wheel.2. The controller of the brake system for a motorcycle according to claim 1 , whereinthe front-wheel brake mechanism includes a master cylinder, andthe brake operation determination section ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

OPERATING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190039683A1
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An operating assembly for a small vehicle including a bicycle is basically provided with a base member, an operating member, a handlebar fixing structure and a handlebar spacer. The base member includes a support. The operating member is movably coupled to the base member. The handlebar fixing structure is coupled to base member. The handlebar fixing structure defines a handlebar receiving area. The support is spaced from the handlebar receiving area of the handlebar fixing structure in a parallel direction parallel to a handlebar axis defined by the handlebar receiving area. The handlebar spacer is disposed between a handlebar and one of the support and the handlebar fixing structure in a mounted state where the operating device is mounted to the handlebar. 1. An operating assembly for a small vehicle including a bicycle comprising:a base member including a support;an operating member movably coupled to the base member;a handlebar fixing structure coupled to the base member, the handlebar fixing structure defining a handlebar receiving area, the support being spaced from the handlebar receiving area of the handlebar fixing structure in a parallel direction parallel to a handlebar axis defined by the handlebar receiving area;a handlebar spacer disposed between a handlebar and the support in a mounted state where the operating assembly is mounted to the handlebar, the handlebar spacer being movably attached to the base member between a plurality of positions; anda guide structure coupled between the base member and the handlebar spacer, the guide structure including an elongated hole on one of the base member and the handlebar spacer and a guide pin on the other of the base member and the handlebar spacer, the guide pin being disposed in the elongated hole.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. The operating assembly according to claim 1 , further comprisingan adjustment bolt operatively coupled between the base member and the handlebar spacer to selectively establish the ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

HYDRAULIC OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20190039684A1
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A hydraulic operating device for a small vehicle including a bicycle is basically provided with a base member, an operating member, a piston, a handlebar fixing structure and a hydraulic reservoir tank. The base member includes a cylinder having a cylinder bore. The operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a pivot axis. The piston is movably disposed in the cylinder bore and operatively coupled to the operating member to move the piston within the cylinder bore. The handlebar fixing structure is coupled to the base member. The handlebar fixing structure defines a handlebar arrangement area. The hydraulic reservoir tank has a hydraulic fluid chamber fluidly connected to the cylinder bore. The hydraulic reservoir tank at least partially overlaps the handlebar arrangement area as viewed in a pivot axis direction parallel to the pivot axis of the operating member. 1. A hydraulic operating device for a small vehicle including a bicycle comprising:a base member including a cylinder having a cylinder bore;an operating member pivotally coupled to the base member about a pivot axis;a piston movably disposed in the cylinder bore and operatively coupled to the operating member to move the piston within the cylinder bore;a handlebar fixing structure coupled to the base member, the handlebar fixing structure defining a handlebar arrangement area; anda hydraulic reservoir tank having a hydraulic fluid chamber fluidly connected to the cylinder bore, the hydraulic reservoir tank at least partially overlapping the handlebar arrangement area as viewed in a pivot axis direction parallel to the pivot axis of the operating member,the cylinder bore being partly disposed on a first side with respect to the handlebar fixing structure and the pivot axis being disposed on a second side opposite to the first side with respect to the handlebar fixing structure as viewed in the pivot axis direction.2. A hydraulic operating device for a small vehicle including a bicycle ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

HYDRAULIC OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20190039685A1
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A hydraulic operating device for a small vehicle including a bicycle is basically provided with a base member, an operating member, a piston, a handlebar fixing structure and a hydraulic reservoir tank. The base member includes a cylinder having a cylinder bore. The operating member is pivots about a pivot axis to move the piston within the cylinder bore. The handlebar fixing structure defines a handlebar arrangement area. The hydraulic reservoir tank has a hydraulic fluid chamber fluidly connected to the cylinder bore. The cylinder defines a hydraulic pressure chamber with a space between the piston and a fluid outlet port of the cylinder. The hydraulic reservoir tank is partially disposed on a first side of the handlebar fixing structure while the hydraulic pressure chamber is disposed on a second side of the handlebar fixing structure as view in the pivot axis direction. 1. A hydraulic operating device for a small vehicle including a bicycle comprising:a base member including a cylinder having a cylinder bore;an operating member pivotally coupled to the base member about a pivot axis;a piston movably disposed in the cylinder bore and operatively coupled to the operating member to move the piston within the cylinder bore;a handlebar fixing structure coupled to the base member, the handlebar fixing structure defining a handlebar arrangement area; anda hydraulic reservoir tank having a hydraulic fluid chamber fluidly connected to the cylinder bore,the cylinder defines a hydraulic pressure chamber with a space between the piston and a fluid outlet port of the cylinder, andthe hydraulic reservoir tank being partially disposed on a first side of the handlebar fixing structure while the hydraulic pressure chamber being disposed on a second side of the handlebar fixing structure as view in the pivot axis direction.2. A hydraulic operating device for a small vehicle including a bicycle comprising:a base member including a cylinder having a cylinder bore;an operating ...

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

SMART MOBILE VEHICLE

Номер: US20200039597A1
Автор: Huang Hsueh Cheng
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The present invention provides a smart mobile vehicle comprising a vehicle body, a chassis, driving wheels, a battery module, a plurality of motors and a vehicle control unit. The chassis has a suspension system, a brake system and a steering system. The two driving wheels are composed of a plurality of circular units, and the driving wheels are embedded in two-wheel frames on two sides of the vehicle body. The battery module provides the smart mobile vehicle with driving power. The plurality of motors disposed between the two circular units or on a surface of any one of the circular units; wherein the motors are electrically connected to the battery module, and the torque and directional outputs of the motors is used to drive the rotation of the two driving wheels. The vehicle control unit is electrically connected to the motors and the battery module to transmit a monitoring signal. 1. A smart mobile vehicle , comprising:a vehicle body having an accommodation space;a chassis to be asymmetrical chassis and mounted on the bottom of the vehicle body, having a suspension system, a brake system, a networking communication system and a steering system; wherein the suspension system is connected to the vehicle body;two driving wheels composed of a plurality of circular units, each of the circular units composed of a plurality of metal, wood or carbon fiber, and the two driving wheels embedded in two-wheel frames on two sides of the vehicle body;wherein the two-wheel frames are connected to a chassis frame by at least two fasteners, the steering of the two driving wheels is controlled by a rocker module and the steering system, the two driving wheels respectively have having a plurality of spheres in a tail groove form, and the spheres fixed in the tail groove form by a fixing structure and a positioning member;a battery module providing the smart mobile vehicle with driving power;a plurality of motors disposed between the two circular units or on a surface of any one of ...

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18-02-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTELLIGENTLY ENGAGING MULTIPLE BRAKES

Номер: US20210046911A1
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A system for multiple brakes intelligently controlled by a single brake input on a personal mobility vehicle. By determining a front and rear brake differential based on the position and weight of the rider as well as the environmental and vehicle conditions, the system may reduce the risk of the vehicle skidding or tipping due to over-braking. In some embodiments, a rider may use a single brake lever to indicate a desire to brake and the system may make determinations about how to apply a combination of mechanical and electrical brakes to front and back wheels. By applying different braking systems based on a combination of controls and sensors, the system may improve user experience and user safety, especially for inexperienced riders. 1. A system comprising:a front brake and a rear brake of a personal mobility vehicle;a single brake lever that is configured to, in response to receiving input, initiate engagement of the front brake and the rear brake;a sensor that detects a condition affecting braking of the personal mobility vehicle; and determines a first brake force to be applied to the front brake and a second brake force to be applied to the rear brake based at least in part on the condition affecting the braking of the personal mobility vehicle; and', 'engages the front brake by applying the first brake force and the rear brake by applying the second brake force., 'a controller that2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller determines the first brake force to be applied to the front brake and the second brake force to be applied to the rear brake by determining a distribution differential between the first brake force and the second brake force.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is further configured to increase the second brake force by:determining that a weight of a rider of the personal mobility vehicle is distributed toward a front of the personal mobility vehicle; andincreasing the second brake force to be applied to the rear brake ...

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18-02-2021 дата публикации

PEDAL-POWERED WHEELCHAIR

Номер: US20210046993A1
Автор: Lewis Jeff
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A pedal-powered wheelchair having a steering dolly pivotally mounted at a rear of the wheelchair. When the upper end of a first steering lever is pulled and the upper end of a second steering lever is pushed, a first steering linkage connected to the first steering lever pulls forward a first side of the steering dolly and a second steering linkage connected to the second steering lever pushes rearward a second side of the steering dolly. This causes the steering dolly to turn clockwise to initiate a left turn. When the upper end of the first steering lever is pushed and the upper end of the second steering lever is pulled, the first steering linkage pushes rearward the first side of the steering dolly and the second steering linkage pulls forward the second side of the steering dolly. This causes the steering dolly to turn counterclockwise to initiate a right turn. 1. A pedal-powered wheelchair , comprising:a frame having a front, a rear, a first side and a second side;a seat supported by the frame;a horizontal member extending horizontally from the front of the frame, the horizontal member having a remote end at a distance from the front of the frame;a non-steerable first driven wheel on the first side of the frame and a non-steerable second driven wheel on the second side of the frame;a pedal crank rotatably mounted at the remote end of the horizontal member;a drive linkage converting human powered rotary input of the pedal crank into rotation of at least one of the first driven wheel or the second driven wheel;a two wheeled steering dolly pivotally mounted at the rear of the frame, the steering dolly having a first side with a first wheel and a second side with a second wheel, the steering dolly pivoting about a substantially vertical steering axis centrally positioned between the first side and the second side of the steering dolly;a first steering lever having an upper end and a lower end, the first steering lever being pivotally mounted at the front of the ...

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18-02-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONFIGURING PERSONAL MOBILITY VEHICLE BRAKES BASED ON LOCATION

Номер: US20210046997A1
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The disclosed method may include configuring one or more brakes based on a braking-related attribute expected at a geographic location being traversed by a personal mobility vehicle. By configuring the application of brakes of a personal mobility vehicle based on terrain, environmental conditions, and other geographic features, the system may reduce the risk of the vehicle skidding or tipping due to over-braking. In some embodiments, a rider may use a single brake lever to indicate a desire to brake and the system may make determinations about how to apply a combination of mechanical and electrical brakes to front and back wheels based at least in part on the location of the personal mobility vehicle. By configuring brake engagement based on a combination of controls and map data, the system may improve user experience and user safety, especially for inexperienced riders. 1. A method comprising:determining, by a personal mobility vehicle equipped with a braking system, a geographic location of the personal mobility vehicle;retrieving, from a map data database, a braking-related attribute that impacts braking at the geographic location of the personal mobility vehicle;determining a configuration of the braking system based at least in part on the braking-related attribute that impacts braking at the geographic location of the personal mobility vehicle; andengaging the braking system with the configuration to slow down the personal mobility vehicle while traversing the geographic location.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:identifying a front wheel braking system and a rear wheel braking system; anddetermining a distribution differential between the front wheel braking system and the rear wheel braking system based at least in part on the braking-related attribute.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:identifying a rider of the personal mobility vehicle who is traversing the geographic location via the personal mobility vehicle;retrieving a record ...

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18-02-2016 дата публикации

Hand-Actuated Transmitter Unit

Номер: US20160046350A1
Автор: Hujer Joachim
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In order to configure a hand-actuated transmitter unit for vehicles, in particular for handlebar-controlled vehicles, comprising a housing, a master cylinder provided in the housing, an actuating lever which is movable relative to the housing and a plunger which transmits a movement of the actuating lever to the master cylinder and which is mounted on the actuating lever, to be as economical and functional as possible, it is proposed that provided on the housing is a reach adjust device for the actuating lever, with which a respective starting position of the actuating lever is pre-settable. 1. Hand-actuated transmitter unit for vehicles , in particular for handlebar-controlled vehicles , comprising a housing , a master cylinder provided in the housing , an actuating lever which is movable relative to the housing and a plunger which transmits a movement of the actuating lever to the master cylinder and which is mounted on the actuating lever , a reach adjust device for the actuating lever with which a respective starting position of the actuating lever is pre-settable is provided on the housing.2. Transmitter unit according to claim 1 , wherein the reach adjust device comprises an adjustment element which is movable on the housing.3. Transmitter unit according to claim 1 , wherein the adjustment element is displaceably arranged on the housing.4. Transmitter unit according to claim 1 , wherein the adjustment element can be brought into different positions relative to the pivot axis of the actuating lever claim 1 , having different spacings from the pivot axis claim 1 , which define different starting positions.5. Transmitter unit according to claim 1 , wherein the adjustment element has at least one stop surface for a contact arm of the actuating lever.6. Transmitter unit according to claim 1 , wherein the adjustment element has different stop surfaces which are associated with different starting positions of the actuating lever.7. Transmitter unit according to claim ...

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

Bicycle and parking control device thereof

Номер: US20170043829A1
Автор: Dalong Li

Disclosed are a bicycle and a parking control device including a lock, a parking switch button, a posture detection module, an unlocking module, and a control module. The parking switch button is installed on a control module, and configured to generate a trigger signal upon being pressed down; the control module is connected with the parking switch button, the posture detection module, the unlocking module, and the lock; and when the bicycle is unlocked, and the parking switch button is pressed down to generate trigger signal, the control module determines from posture information of the bicycle whether the bicycle satisfies a parking condition, if so, the control module will control the lock to lock the bicycle; when the bicycle is locked, the parking switch button is pressed down to generate trigger signal, the unlocking module generates a unlocking instruction, the control module controls the lock to unlock the bicycle.

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

DISC BRAKE CALIPER AND DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170043839A1
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A disc brake caliper for applying a braking force on a brake disc rotor configured to be rotatable about a rotational axis. The disc brake caliper comprises an attachment surface and a first threaded hole. The attachment surface is configured to face a pipe portion of a bicycle frame in a state where the disc brake caliper is coupled to the bicycle frame. A first thread bolt is to be inserted in the first threaded hole so as to couple the disc brake caliper to one of the bicycle frame and a base member attached to the bicycle frame, the first threaded hole being provided on the attachment surface. 1. A disc brake caliper for applying a braking force on a brake disc rotor configured to be rotatable about a rotational axis , the disc brake caliper comprising:an attachment surface configured to face a pipe portion of a bicycle frame in a state where the disc brake caliper is coupled to the bicycle frame; anda first threaded hole in which a first thread bolt is to be inserted so as to couple the disc brake caliper to one of the bicycle frame and a base member attached to the bicycle frame, the first threaded hole being provided on the attachment surface.2. The disc brake caliper according to claim 1 , whereinthe first threaded hole has a first center axis which is non-parallel to the rotational axis in a state where the disc brake caliper is mounted to the bicycle frame.3. The disc brake caliper according to claim 2 , whereinthe first center axis is parallel to a braking plane which is perpendicular to the rotational axis in a state where the disc brake caliper is mounted to the bicycle frame.4. The disc brake caliper according to claim 1 , further comprising:a second threaded hole in which a second thread bolt is to be inserted so as to couple the disc brake caliper to one of the bicycle frame and the base member, the second threaded hole being provided on the attachment surface.5. The disc brake caliper according to claim 4 , whereinthe attachment surface defines an ...

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15-02-2018 дата публикации

INERTIAL SENSOR ATTACHMENT STRUCTURE AND MOTORCYCLE

Номер: US20180043872A1
Автор: Kitagawa Yuji
Принадлежит: SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION

The invention is directed to an inertial sensor attachment structure including: a floating bracket which is fixed to a vehicle body frame via a vibration absorbing member; an inertial sensor attached to a first attachment surface of the floating bracket; and an ABS unit attached to a second attachment surface of the floating bracket. 1. An inertial sensor attachment structure comprising:a pair of right and left rear frame members extending rearward and upward from an upper portion of a body frame;a bracket fixed to the rear frame members and disposed on a center line passing through a center of a vehicle body in a vehicle right-left direction and extending in a vehicle front-rear direction,an inertial sensor attached to the bracket; andan ABS unit attached to the bracket.2. The inertial sensor attachment structure according to claim 1 , wherein the inertial sensor is attached to a first attachment surface of the bracket and the ABS unit is attached to second attachment surface of the bracket.3. The inertial sensor attachment structure according to claim 1 , wherein the inertial sensor is disposed so as to overlap with the ABS unit in a vertical direction.4. The inertial sensor attachment structure according to claim 3 , wherein the inertial sensor is disposed such that the gravity center of the inertial sensor overlaps with the ABS unit in a vertical direction.5. The inertial sensor attachment structure according to claim 3 , wherein the inertial sensor is disposed below the ABS unit.6. The inertial sensor attachment structure according to claim 1 , wherein the ABS unit is formed with a female screw into which a bolt for fixing the inertial sensor is screwed.7. The inertial sensor attachment structure according to claim 1 ,wherein a rear cushion unit is disposed so as to offset to one side with respect to the center of the vehicle body in the vehicle right-left direction, andwherein the inertial sensor is disposed so as to offset to another side with respect to the ...

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15-02-2018 дата публикации

BICYCLE CONTROL DEVICE

Номер: US20180043962A1
Принадлежит:

A bicycle control device is basically provided with a mounting bracket, a hydraulic unit and a shift unit. The mounting bracket includes a handlebar clamp defining a handlebar mounting axis. The hydraulic unit is provided on the mounting bracket and includes a cylinder housing defining a cylinder bore, a hydraulic reservoir and a piston. The hydraulic reservoir is fluidly connected to the cylinder bore. The piston is movably disposed in the cylinder bore along a cylinder axis of the cylinder bore. The shift unit is provided on the mounting bracket and including a wire take-up member pivotable about a pivot axis. The wire take-up member of the shift unit and the hydraulic reservoir are disposed between the handlebar mounting axis and the cylinder axis as viewed along a first direction parallel to the pivot axis of the wire take-up member. 1. A bicycle control device comprising:a mounting bracket including a handlebar clamp defining a handlebar receiving opening with a handlebar mounting axis;a hydraulic unit provided on the mounting bracket and including a cylinder housing defining a cylinder bore, a hydraulic reservoir fluidly connected to the cylinder bore, and a piston movably disposed in the cylinder bore along a cylinder axis of the cylinder bore; anda shift unit provided on the mounting bracket and including a wire take-up member pivotable about a take-up axis, whereinthe wire take-up member of the shift unit and the hydraulic reservoir are disposed between the handlebar mounting axis and the cylinder axis as viewed along a first direction parallel to the take-up axis of the wire take-up member.2. A bicycle control device comprising:a mounting bracket;a hydraulic unit provided on the mounting bracket and including a cylinder housing defining a cylinder bore, a hydraulic reservoir fluidly connected to the cylinder bore, a piston movably disposed in the cylinder bore along a cylinder axis of the cylinder bore, and a hydraulic operating lever movably disposed ...

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

BICYCLE COMPONENT DEVICE

Номер: US20220060206A1
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A bicycle component system includes an electric assist unit, an electric shift device, an operation device and a battery. The electric assist unit is configured to assist in rotation of a crank. The electric shift device is configured to move a bicycle chain between sprockets. The operation device is configured to perform wireless communication with the electric shift device. The operation device includes an inner cavity and a communication device located in the inner cavity. The battery is configured to supply power to a bicycle component. 1. A bicycle component system comprising:an electric assist unit configured to assist in rotation of a crank,an electric shift device configured to move a bicycle chain between sprockets, andan operation device configured to perform wireless communication with the electric shift device, the operation device including an inner cavity and a communication device located in the inner cavity; anda battery configured to supply power to a bicycle component.2. The bicycle component system according to claim 1 , whereinthe electric shift device is an electric rear derailleur configured to be driven by an actuator.3. The bicycle component system according to claim 1 , whereinthe electric shift device is an electric front derailleur configured to be driven by an actuator.4. The bicycle component system according to claim 2 , whereinthe operation device includes a first operating device that is wirelessly connected to the rear derailleur to perform wireless communication with the electric rear derailleur.5. The bicycle component system according to claim 4 , whereinthe communication device is configured to transmit a wireless signal.6. The bicycle component system according to claim 5 , whereinthe communication device is configured to transmit a shift up signal or a shift down signal as the wireless signal to an electric controller of the electric rear derailleur.7. The bicycle component system according to claim 6 , whereinthe electric ...

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03-03-2022 дата публикации

Vehicle handle safety device control system and method

Номер: US20220063750A1
Автор: Pandro SOKOLOW
Принадлежит: Individual

A vehicle control handle safety device control which may be activated without the disengagement of a finger or thumb of a user from the vehicle control handle allowing a user to maintain a full hand grip on the vehicle control handle itself while concurrently activating the safety device control. In particular, the present invention relates to safety control device which is affixed or connects to a vehicle control handle grip such as that of a bicycle or other such similar conveyance or vehicle.

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03-03-2022 дата публикации

ELECTRIC UNICYCLE WITH MANUAL CONTROL

Номер: US20220063751A1
Автор: Zhou JiHua, ZHOU JING YUAN
Принадлежит:

This invention is an electric unicycle. It is an improvement of a unicycle and a self-balancing electric unicycle. It comprises one wheel (B), brushless DC motor (C), operating-pedal (D), seat (A), pneumatic springs (B) for shock absorb, mainboard (F), lithium-ion battery pack (G), telescopic handle (I), emergency brake footboard (J), casing (H). The emergency brake footboard (J) can be easily mounted and unmounted and folded. While in using, the user generally rides on the seat, swings their foot, to adjust the depression angle of the operating-pedal (D), to control the wheel rotation, rather than by an electric gyro. Thus, this invention is easy to operate, easy to learn, easy to use, flexible, portable, zero emission, great trafficability. It will become the main short-distance means of transportation for cities and villages, and even can be used in poor road conditions, such as field exploration and forest patrol. 1. An electric unicycle is an improvement of a conventional unicycle and a self-balance electric unicycle. It comprises:1) One wheel;2) One brushless DC motor, to drive the wheel to rotate; ["One is a fixed-pedal, only for supporting user's foot;", 'The other one is an operating-pedal, for the user swings the foot to control the speed and direction of the wheel rotation., "3) Two pedals, which pitch angle can be adjusted and locked according to user's feelings and preferences. Among them,"}4) One seat;5) Mainboard, to control the brushless DC motor according to the signal of the operating-pedal;6) Lithium-ion battery pack;7) One casing.2. The electric unicycle said in claim 1 , wherein the operating-pedal claim 1 , after the power is turned on claim 1 ,1) When the user's foot is in the middle position, or not in operation, the wheel is locked by limited electromagnetic force and not easy to be rotated;2) When the user swings the foot and increases the depression angle of the operating-pedal, the wheel turns forward;3) When the user swings the foot and ...

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03-03-2022 дата публикации

Operating device for human-powered vehicle

Номер: US20220063754A1
Принадлежит: Shimano Inc

An operating device for a human-powered vehicle comprises a base member, an operating member, an accommodating structure, and a second electric power source. The operating member is movably coupled to the base member. The accommodating structure is configured to accommodate a first electric power source. The second electric power source is electrically connected so as to supply electricity to a wireless communicator. The second electric power source is separate from the first electric power source.

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03-03-2022 дата публикации

RACK DRIVEN HUMAN POWERED VEHICLE

Номер: US20220063756A1
Автор: Thompkins Torek
Принадлежит:

A rack driven human powered vehicle utilizes a rack and pinion system to provide a more efficient method of propulsion. The rack and pinion system may take the linear momentum of at least one driving rack and may transfer it to rotational momentum for at least one freewheel sprocket which may turn the wheel providing momentum for the vehicle.

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14-02-2019 дата публикации

SPRING BASED REGENERATIVE BRAKING SYSTEM

Номер: US20190047525A1
Автор: ATHALYE Ravi G.
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A spring based regenerative braking system is adapted to be mounted on a rear wheel of a vehicle comprises a handle assembly, a rear wheel assembly, a roller wheel assembly and a discharge level assembly that selectively operate in three modes namely a Synchronization mode, an Asynchronization mode and a Discharge mode for storing braking energy during braking events of the vehicle and efficient utilization and management thereof in stop and go traffic conditions. 1. A spring based regenerative braking system mounted on a rear wheel of a vehicle for utilizing energy stored during braking instances thereof , the spring based regenerative braking system comprising:a handle assembly having at least one brake lever, a brake cable, an asynchronous lever, an associated cable and a plurality of connecting rods;a rear wheel assembly mounted along a sleeve mounted over a one way cam which is mounted on a hub over the central shaft of the rear wheel, the sleeve moving freely in rotation opposite to rotation of the wheel thereby locking the hub when rotating in the same direction as that of wheel, the rear wheel assembly having at least one spring cassette unit formed out of an inner casing, an outer casing and an energy saver spring, the energy saver spring configured to be uncoiled in a predefined direction during braking of the vehicle, the outer casing positioned with a discharge sprocket and a main drive sprocket on respective sides of vehicle frame and the rear wheel assembly;a friction plate assembly positioned adjacent to the discharge sprocket along the central axis;a roller wheel assembly connected to the rear wheel assembly through a first chain, the roller wheel assembly having a first wheel subassembly and a second wheel subassembly interconnected through a second chain, the first wheel subassembly having a two drive sprocket connected to a first brake roller sprocket along a first horizontal shaft, the second wheel subassembly having a second drive sprocket ...

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25-02-2016 дата публикации

BICYCLE COMPONENT CONTROL DEVICE

Номер: US20160052592A1
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A bicycle component control device includes a bracket, a hydraulic brake unit and either a mechanical shifting unit or electric control unit. The bracket has a gripping portion. The hydraulic brake unit is operatively mounted on the bracket and configured to operate a hydraulic brake device. The mechanical shifting unit or the electric control unit is operatively mounted on the bracket and configured to operate a bicycle device. 1. A bicycle component control device comprising:a bracket having a gripping portion;a mechanical shifting unit operatively mounted on the bracket and configured to operate a gear shifting device; anda hydraulic brake unit operatively mounted on the bracket and configured to operate a hydraulic brake device.2. The bicycle component control device according to claim 1 , whereinthe hydraulic brake unit includes a master cylinder disposed inside of the gripping portion of the bracket.3. The bicycle component control device according to claim 1 , whereinthe mechanical shifting unit has a shift lever protruding out of the bracket.4. The bicycle component control device according to claim 1 , further comprisingan operating member pivotally attached to the bracket about a pivot axis to operate the hydraulic brake unit.5. The bicycle component control device according to claim 4 , whereinthe hydraulic brake unit has a master cylinder located rearward of the pivot axis of the operating member while the bicycle component control device is in an installed position.6. The bicycle component control device according to claim 4 , whereinthe bracket has a distal end portion and a proximal end portion, the gripping portion of the bracket is arranged between the distal end portion and the proximal end portion, the operating member is pivotally attached to the distal end portion of the bracket.7. The bicycle component control device according to claim 6 , whereinthe proximal end portion of the bracket has a mounting surface facing a bicycle handlebar, the ...

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13-02-2020 дата публикации

Bicycle operating device

Номер: US20200047844A1
Принадлежит: Shimano Inc

A bicycle operating device comprises a base member, an operating member, a hydraulic unit, an electrical switch, a wireless communicator, and a power supply. The base member includes a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. The operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis. At least part of the hydraulic unit is disposed closer to the second end than the first pivot axis when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis. The power supply is electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator. At least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply is at least partly disposed closer to the first end than the first pivot axis when viewed from the first direction.

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23-02-2017 дата публикации

SWIMMING TRAINING AND SWIMMING STROKE BICYCLE

Номер: US20170050098A1
Автор: KIM In-Sang
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Embodiments of the invention relate to a swimming training and swimming stroke bicycle capable of being ridden by applying a swimming stroke, and to a swimming training and swimming stroke bicycle capable of allowing swimming training to be carried out even when a user is not in a swimming pool and allowing a swimming stroke to be practiced and the muscular strength required for swimming to be trained since it is possible to ride the bicycle in various swimming styles such as freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly or backstroke, and capable of allowing a bicycle ride to be enjoyed without boredom since a bicycle can be ridden in new and various styles. 1. A swimming training and swimming stroke bicycle , comprising:a base;a driving part which is installed at the base and includes a driving crank rotated by rider's hands and is configured to drive a front wheel or a rear wheel in cooperation with the driving crank; anda steering part which is equipped with the front wheel or the rear wheel and is hinged at the base and is able to change the driving direction of a bicycle by steering and rotating the steering shaft.2. The bicycle of claim 1 , further comprising a braking part configured to brake the rotations of the front wheel or the rear wheel.3. The bicycle of claim 1 , wherein the driving part includes a bracket disposed at both sides of the base claim 1 , wherein the bracket includes chain rings which are configured to rotate in cooperation with driving cranks; and sprockets which are disposed at the front wheel or the rear wheel and are connected to the chain rings via a chain and are configured to rotate in cooperation with the chain rings.4. The bicycle of claim 1 , wherein the steering part includes a steering footrest which is engaged to the front wheel or the rear wheel claim 1 , so the steering shafts can be rotated by stepping on the steering footrests.5. The bicycle of claim 1 , wherein the steering part is configured in such a way that the bracket wherein ...

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14-02-2019 дата публикации

DISC BRAKE ROTOR ASSEMBLY AND BRAKE SYSTEM

Номер: US20190048952A1
Автор: KUWAYAMA Kazuya
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A disc brake rotor assembly for a small vehicle including a bicycle comprises a disc brake rotor and at least one rotor state sensor to detect a state of the disc brake rotor. 1. A disc brake rotor assembly for a small vehicle including a bicycle , comprising:a disc brake rotor; andat least one rotor state sensor provided on the disc brake rotor to detect a state of the disc brake rotor.2. The disc brake rotor assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe at least one rotor state sensor is configured to detect a braking force applied to the disc brake rotor.3. The disc brake rotor assembly according to claim 1 , whereinthe disc brake rotor includes a rotor member and a hub mounting member to connect the rotor member to a hub of the small vehicle.4. The disc brake rotor assembly according to claim 3 , whereinthe at least one rotor state sensor is attached to the hub mounting member.5. The disc brake rotor assembly according to claim 4 , whereinthe at least one rotor state sensor includes a strain gauge to detect a strain of the hub mounting member.6. The disc brake rotor assembly according to claim 5 , whereinthe at least one rotor state sensor includes a temperature sensor to detect a temperature of the strain gauge.7. The disc brake rotor assembly according to claim 4 , whereinthe rotor member is a separate member with respect to the hub mounting member, andthe rotor member is attached to the hub mounting member by a fastener.8. The disc brake rotor assembly according to claim 3 , whereinthe at least one rotor state sensor includes a temperature sensor to detect a temperature of at least one of the rotor member or the hub mounting member.9. The disc brake rotor assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising:a wireless communicator to output information of the state of the disc brake rotor.10. The disc brake rotor assembly according to claim 9 , further comprising:a battery to supply electric power to the wireless communicator and the at least one rotor state ...

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26-02-2015 дата публикации

BRAKE DEVICE AND SADDLE RIDING TYPE VEHICLE

Номер: US20150057904A1
Принадлежит:

A lean angle detection sensor detects a lean angle of a vehicle. A storage portion stores a second relationship that represents a ratio of a braking force of a front wheel brake to a target braking force for each lean angle and/or a third relationship that represents a relationship with a ratio of the braking force of a rear wheel brake to a target braking force for each lean angle. A ratio setter determines which second relationship to refer to among the second relationships stored in the storage portion based on a detection result input to a detection result input portion and/or determines which third relationship to refer to among the third relationships stored in the storage portion based on a detection result input to a detection result input portion. The ratio setter sets a ratio of the braking force of the front wheel brake and the braking force of the rear wheel brake based on the second relationship and/or the third relationship. 18-. (canceled)9. A brake device provided in a saddle riding type vehicle , the brake device comprising:a front wheel brake configured to cause a braking force to act on a front wheel;a rear wheel brake configured to cause a braking force to act on a rear wheel;a brake operation unit configured to operate both the front wheel brake and the rear wheel brake using one operator;a lean angle detection sensor configured to detect a lean angle of a vehicle body of the saddle riding type vehicle;a detection result input portion configured to be provided with a detection result from the lean angle detection sensor as an input;a storage portion configured to store a first relationship that represents a relationship between an operation amount of the brake operation unit and a target braking force, and a second relationship that represents a ratio of the braking force of the front wheel brake to the target braking force determined for each lean angle and/or a third relationship that represents a ratio of the braking force of the rear wheel ...

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10-03-2022 дата публикации

ANTI-THEFT DEVICE FOR BICYCLES BY BRAKING AT LEAST ONE WHEEL

Номер: US20220073161A1
Автор: SAVARD FRANCK JEAN
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Anti-theft device of a bicycle wheel includes at least one braking unit having two pads acting on a rim of the wheel and an actuator to control at least one braking unit. The actuator includes two tie-rods pivoting on shafts and is actuated by a key acting on a key cylinder to press the pads on the rim of the wheel. Each tie-rod is driven at one end by a secondary transmitter piston interacting with a primary transmitter piston and driving a receiver piston holding the pad at its other end. The rotational movement of the key cylinder is converted into a translational movement of the primary transmitter piston by an indirect movement converter. 1. Anti-theft device of a bicycle wheel , comprising:at least one braking unit comprising two pads acting on a rim of the bicycle wheel;an actuator to control said at least one braking unit, the actuator comprising two tie-rods pivoting on shafts, actuated by a key acting on a key cylinder to press the two pads on the rim of the bicycle wheel;wherein each tie-rod is driven at a first end by a secondary transmitter piston interacting with a primary transmitter piston and each tie-rod driving, at a second end, a receiver piston holding a respective pad; andwherein a rotational movement of the key cylinder is converted into a translational movement of the primary transmitter piston by a movement converter.2. The anti-theft device of claim 1 , wherein the movement converter comprises:a drum provided with tracks, each track comprising two cams;fingers being integral with the primary transmitter pistons and being in interaction with the two cams and fingers translate the primary transmitter pistons under the action of the drum, springs pushing the secondary transmitter pistons, the springs being located between each of the primary and secondary pistons; anda shaft that passes through the secondary transmitter piston to drive a respective tie-rod which is provided with elongated holes at each end of the shaft.3. The anti-theft device ...

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10-03-2022 дата публикации

ROTATIONAL BRAKING METHODS AND APPARATUSES

Номер: US20220073168A1
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Various technologies for reducing a speed of land vehicle by rotating its handle bar. A device comprises: a handlebar having a longitudinal axis; a seat coupled to the handle bar; a line coupled to the seat; and a brake coupled to the line, wherein the handlebar is rotatable about the longitudinal axis such that the seat moves and thereby controls the brake via the line. 1. A device comprising:a handlebar having a longitudinal axis;a seat coupled to the handlebar;a line coupled to the seat; anda brake coupled to the line, wherein the handlebar is rotatable about the longitudinal axis such that the seat moves and thereby controls the brake via the line.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a stop coupled to the handlebar such that the stop controls how much the handlebar rotates about the longitudinal axis.3. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a stem hosting the handlebar such that the handlebar rotates about the longitudinal axis relative to the stem.4. The device of claim 3 , further comprising:a face plate engaging the stem such that the handlebar extends between the stem and the face plate, wherein the handlebar rotates about the longitudinal axis relative to the face plate.5. The device of claim 3 , further comprising:a bearing via which the handlebar rotates about the longitudinal axis relative to the stem.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the handlebar rotates about the longitudinal axis inside the stem via the bearing.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the line is a cable.8. A device comprising:a handlebar having a longitudinal axis;a mount coupled to the handlebar;a rod coupled to the mount; anda brake coupled to the rod, wherein the handlebar is rotatable about the longitudinal axis such that that the mount moves and thereby controls the brake via the rod.9. The device of claim 8 , further comprising:a stop coupled to the handlebar such that the stop controls how much the handlebar rotates about the longitudinal axis.10. The device of claim ...

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03-03-2016 дата публикации

HYDRAULIC OPERATING DEVICE FOR A BICYCLE

Номер: US20160059926A1
Принадлежит:

A hydraulic operating device according to the present invention at least comprises a master cylinder, a reservoir fluidly connected to the master cylinder and having an opening, and a first cover configured to cover the opening of the reservoir so as to contact with a fluid, the first cover being sufficiently rigid so as to keep shape of the first cover when the master cylinder is actuated to flow the fluid into and out of the master cylinder. 1. A hydraulic operating device , comprising:a master cylinder;a reservoir fluidly connected to the master cylinder and having an opening; anda first cover configured to cover the opening of the reservoir so as to contact with a fluid, the first cover being sufficiently rigid so as to keep shape of the first cover when the master cylinder is actuated to flow the fluid into and out of the master cylinder.2. The hydraulic operating device of claim 1 , wherein the first cover has a first protrusion on a side facing the fluid of the reservoir.3. The hydraulic operating device of claim 1 , wherein the first cover is flat on a side facing the fluid of the reservoir.4. The hydraulic operating device of further comprising:a second cover configured to replace the first cover so as to cover the opening of the reservoir, the second cover being elastically deformable so as to change shape of the second cover when the master cylinder is actuated to flow the fluid into and out of the master cylinder.5. The hydraulic operating device of claim 4 , wherein the first cover and the second cover are disposed in a common location with respect to the reservoir.6. The hydraulic operating device of claim 4 , wherein respective outer perimeter profiles of each of the first cover and the second cover are the same shape.7. The hydraulic operating device of claim 4 , wherein the first cover has a first protrusion on a side facing the fluid of the reservoir claim 4 , the second cover has a second protrusion on a side facing the fluid the reservoir claim 4 ...

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01-03-2018 дата публикации

HYDRAULIC BICYCLE SYSTEM

Номер: US20180056967A1
Принадлежит: SRAM, LLC

A normally closed port valve seals a hydraulic hose connection port of a hydraulic bicycle component. Connection of an end of a hydraulic hose assembly to the port opens the valve, placing the assembly's hydraulic fluid chamber in fluid communication with the interior of the hose assembly. A hydraulic cylinder of the assembly is in fluid communication with the chamber. A spring may be used to bias the valve to a closed condition and simultaneously to bias a brake actuating piston to a non-actuated position. 2. The hydraulic bicycle component of claim 1 , wherein a valve base of the port valve is disposed between the piston and the attachment member.3. The hydraulic bicycle component of claim 1 , wherein the port valve is disposed in the housing.4. The hydraulic bicycle component of claim 3 , wherein the hydraulic fluid chamber and the hydraulic hose connection port are formed by the housing.5. The hydraulic bicycle component of claim 4 , wherein the spring is disposed in the hydraulic fluid chamber.6. The hydraulic bicycle component of claim 5 , wherein the spring is further configured to bias the piston to the non-actuated position.7. The hydraulic bicycle component of claim 1 , further comprising a separate spring configured to bias the piston to the non-actuated position.9. The hydraulic bicycle component of claim 8 , further comprising a spring configured to bias the port valve to the closed position.10. The hydraulic bicycle component of claim 9 , wherein the spring is a coil spring disposed coaxially with the cylinder.11. The hydraulic bicycle component of claim 10 , wherein the spring is configured to bias the piston to the non-actuated position.12. A hydraulic component for a road bicycle comprising:a road brake hand lever assembly;a hydraulic fluid chamber disposed within the road brake hand lever assembly;a connection port disposed within the road brake hand lever assembly and configured to be connected to a hydraulic hose assembly; anda port valve ...

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01-03-2018 дата публикации

BICYCLE OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20180057102A1
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A base member includes a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar and a second end opposite to the first end. An operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis. A hydraulic unit is coupled to the operating member to operate a bicycle component in response to an operation of the operating member. At least part of the hydraulic unit is disposed closer to the first end than the first pivot axis when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis. A wireless communicator is to wirelessly transmit a signal to an additional component in response to the input operation. A power supply is electrically connected to the wireless communicator. At least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply is disposed closer to the second end than the first pivot axis when viewed from the first direction. 1. A bicycle operating device comprising:a base member including a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar and a second end opposite to the first end;an operating member pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis;a hydraulic unit coupled to the operating member to operate a bicycle component in response to an operation of the operating member, at least part of the hydraulic unit being disposed closer to the first end than the first pivot axis when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis;an electrical switch to be activated by an input operation from a user;a wireless communicator electrically connected to the electrical switch to wirelessly transmit a signal to an additional component in response to the input operation; anda power supply electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator, at least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply being disposed closer to the second end than the first pivot axis when viewed from the first direction.2. A bicycle operating device comprising:a base member including a ...

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01-03-2018 дата публикации

BICYCLE OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20180057103A1
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A base member includes a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar and a second end opposite to the first end. An operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis. A hydraulic unit is coupled to the operating member to operate a bicycle component in response to an operation of the operating member. An electrical switch is to be activated by an input operation from a user. A wireless communicator is electrically connected to the electrical switch to wirelessly transmit a signal to an additional component in response to the input operation. A power supply is electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator. At least part of the hydraulic unit is disposed below at least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply in a mounting state of the bicycle operating device. 1. A bicycle operating device comprising:a base member including a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar and a second end opposite to the first end;an operating member pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis;a hydraulic unit coupled to the operating member to operate a bicycle component in response to an operation of the operating member;an electrical switch to be activated by an input operation from a user;a wireless communicator electrically connected to the electrical switch to wirelessly transmit a signal to an additional component in response to the input operation; anda power supply electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator, at least part of the hydraulic unit being disposed below at least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis in a mounting state of the bicycle operating device.2. A bicycle operating device comprising:a base member including a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar and a second end opposite to ...

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01-03-2018 дата публикации

BICYCLE OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20180057104A1
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A bicycle operating device comprises a base member, an operating member, a hydraulic unit, an electrical switch, a wireless communicator, and a power supply. The base member includes a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. The operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis. At least part of the hydraulic unit is disposed closer to the second end than the first pivot axis when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis. The power supply is electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator. At least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply is at least partly disposed closer to the first end than the first pivot axis when viewed from the first direction. 1. A bicycle operating device comprising: a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar, and', 'a second end opposite to the first end;, 'a base member including'}an operating member pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis;a hydraulic unit coupled to the operating member to operate a bicycle component in response to an operation of the operating member, at least part of the hydraulic unit being disposed closer to the second end than the first pivot axis when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis;an electrical switch to be activated by an input operation from a user;a wireless communicator electrically connected to the electrical switch to wirelessly transmit a signal to an additional component in response to the input operation; anda power supply electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator, at least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply being at least partly disposed closer to the first end than the first pivot axis when viewed from the first direction.2. The bicycle operating device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a first pivot shaft ...

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01-03-2018 дата публикации

BICYCLE OPERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20180057105A1
Принадлежит: SHIMANO INC.

A bicycle operating device comprises a base member, an operating member, a hydraulic unit, an electrical switch, a wireless communicator, and a power supply. The base member includes a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar and a second end opposite to the first end. The operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis. The wireless communicator is electrically connected to the electrical switch to wirelessly transmit a signal to an additional component in response to an input operation. The power supply is electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator. The hydraulic unit at least partly overlaps with at least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis. 1. A bicycle operating device comprising: a first end to be mounted to a bicycle handlebar, and', 'a second end opposite to the first end;, 'a base member including'}an operating member pivotally coupled to the base member about a first pivot axis;a hydraulic unit coupled to the operating member to operate a bicycle component in response to an operation of the operating member;an electrical switch to be activated by an input operation from a user;a wireless communicator electrically connected to the electrical switch to wirelessly transmit a signal to an additional component in response to the input operation; anda power supply electrically connected to the wireless communicator to supply electrical power to the wireless communicator, the hydraulic unit at least partly overlapping with at least one of the wireless communicator and the power supply when viewed from a first direction parallel to the first pivot axis.2. The bicycle operating device according to claim 1 , whereinthe hydraulic unit is at least partly disposed closer to the first end than the first pivot axis when viewed from the first direction.3. The bicycle operating device ...

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