Full-automatic shared bicycle fixed-point returning electronic lock

By combining the front wheel frame and electromagnetic lock, the problem of damage to the wheels caused by electronic locks for designated return points of shared bicycles is solved, achieving stable locking and information recognition of the vehicle, and improving the service life and safety of the vehicle.

CN223712204UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-23漳州营通智能科技有限公司
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422745083.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-12
Publication Date
2025-12-23
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-12

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Technical Problem

Existing electronic locks for designated return points on shared bicycles are prone to damage to wheel spokes due to external impacts, affecting driving stability and increasing the probability of accidents.

Method used

The design employs a combination of a front wheel frame, a limiting groove, and an electromagnetic lock. The front wheel frame positions the front wheel of the bicycle body, while the electromagnetic lock engages and locks the wheel using magnetic force. Combined with RFID electronic tags to identify vehicle information, this avoids directly locking the wheel.

Benefits of technology

It improves the structural stability of the vehicle, reduces the probability of driving accidents caused by damage, and extends the service life of the vehicle.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a full-automatic shared bicycle fixed-point returning electronic lock which comprises a base, two positioning frames are fixedly connected to the top of the base, limiting grooves are formed in the tops of the two positioning frames, recognition modules are fixedly connected to the bottoms in the limiting grooves in an embedded mode, a bicycle body is arranged between the two positioning frames, and the bicycle body is fixedly connected with the two positioning frames. A front wheel frame is arranged on one sides of the two positioning frames, and a bicycle locking assembly is jointly arranged on the sides, close to the front wheel frame, of the two positioning frames. The front wheel frame, the limiting groove and the electromagnetic lock are matched with one another, and the front wheel frame and the limiting groove are used for fixing the shared bicycle, so that a handlebar of the bicycle and a bicycle body including a front wheel are stably positioned and are not prone to toppling over; the electromagnetic lock at the top of the base attracts and locks the vehicle, the vehicle structure is not prone to being damaged when the vehicle is subjected to external acting force, and the service life of the vehicle is prolonged.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of auxiliary equipment technology for shared bicycles, specifically a fully automatic electronic lock for designated return points of shared bicycles. Background Technology

[0002] Shared bicycles are a time-sharing rental model and a new type of green and environmentally friendly sharing economy. Shared bicycle companies provide bicycle sharing services in campuses, subway stations, bus stops, residential areas, commercial areas, and public service areas to solve residents' "last mile" travel problems and encourage residents to use other public transportation, creating a synergistic effect with other public transportation modes.

[0003] Most existing shared bicycle electronic locks for designated return points use wheel locks to lock the vehicles, that is, using electronic locks to connect and fix the wheels to the designated parking rack.

[0004] During use, because the electronic lock is locked between the spokes of the wheel, if the vehicle is subjected to an external impact while locked, it is easy to damage the spokes of the wheel over time. At best, the spokes will deform, affecting the stability of the vehicle. At worst, the front wheel structure will be damaged, increasing the probability of a driving accident.

[0005] Therefore, we propose to design a fully automatic electronic lock for designated return points of shared bicycles. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of the embodiments of this utility model and to briefly introduce some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be used to limit the scope of this utility model.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, according to one aspect of the present invention, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0008] A fully automatic electronic lock for designated return of shared bicycles includes a base, two positioning frames are fixedly connected to the top of the base, each positioning frame has a limit groove on its top, an identification module is embedded and fixedly connected to the bottom of the limit groove, a bicycle body is arranged between the two positioning frames, a front wheel frame is arranged on one side of the two positioning frames, and a locking component is arranged on the side of the two positioning frames near the front wheel frame.

[0009] The vehicle locking assembly includes a mounting bracket fixedly connected to two positioning frames. An equipment box is fixedly connected to the outside of the mounting bracket. An electromagnetic lock is embedded and fixedly connected at the center of the mounting bracket. A control module is fixedly connected inside the equipment box.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic shared bicycle fixed-point return electronic lock described in this utility model, the front wheel frame includes two uprights, both of which are rectangular frames with simple structure. The two uprights facilitate the positioning of the front wheel of the bicycle body. The front wheel frame corresponds to the middle position of the two positioning frames, so that the front wheel can be placed in the center.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic shared bicycle designated return electronic lock described in this utility model, an RFID electronic tag is embedded and fixedly connected inside the handlebar of the bicycle body. The handlebar of the bicycle body is located inside a limiting groove. When the handlebar of the bicycle body is engaged in the limiting groove, the RFID electronic tag of the bicycle can be read through the identification module in the limiting groove, which facilitates the identification of vehicle information for return.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic shared bicycle designated return electronic lock described in this utility model, an iron plate is fixedly connected to the center of the front of the bicycle body. The iron plate corresponds to the position of the electromagnetic lock and is attracted by magnetic force. Compared with traditional wheel locks, it is not only convenient to lock the bicycle, but also less likely to cause damage to the vehicle structure after long-term use, thus protecting the structural stability of the vehicle.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic shared bicycle designated return electronic lock described in this utility model, the electromagnetic lock is provided with a rubber buffer sleeve on the side near the bicycle body. When the vehicle approaches the electromagnetic lock, it plays a buffering role, which helps to reduce the impact on the electromagnetic lock.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] This invention utilizes the cooperation between the front wheel frame, the limiting groove, and the electromagnetic lock to fix the shared bicycle, ensuring stable positioning of the handlebars and the main body of the vehicle, including the front wheel, and preventing it from tipping over. When the RFID electronic tag is identified by the identification module, the electromagnetic lock on the top of the base engages and locks the vehicle. Compared to traditional wheel locks, this design is less likely to damage the vehicle structure when subjected to external forces, thus increasing the vehicle's lifespan and reducing the probability of accidents caused by vehicle damage. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and detailed embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Among them:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the base structure of a fully automatic electronic lock for designated return of shared bicycles according to this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the locking component structure of a fully automatic electronic lock for designated return of shared bicycles according to this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the main body of a fully automatic shared bicycle electronic lock for designated return points according to this utility model.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a system diagram of a novel fully automatic electronic lock for designated return of shared bicycles.

[0021] Legend: 1. Base; 2. Positioning frame; 3. Limiting groove; 4. Identification module; 5. Front wheel frame; 6. Locking assembly; 601. Mounting frame; 602. Equipment box; 603. Electromagnetic lock; 604. Control module; 7. Bicycle body; 701. RFID electronic tag; 702. Iron sheet. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] Secondly, this utility model is described in detail with reference to the schematic diagrams. When describing the embodiments of this utility model, for ease of explanation, the cross-sectional views showing the device structure may be partially enlarged, not according to the usual scale. Furthermore, the schematic diagrams are merely examples and should not limit the scope of protection of this utility model. In addition, in actual manufacturing, the three-dimensional spatial dimensions of length, width, and depth should be included.

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0025] Please see Figure 1-4 This utility model provides a fully automatic electronic lock for designated return of shared bicycles, including a base 1, two positioning frames 2 fixedly connected to the top of the base 1, each positioning frame 2 having a limit groove 3 on its top, an identification module 4 fixedly connected to the bottom of the limit groove 3, a bicycle body 7 between the two positioning frames 2, and a front wheel frame 5 on one side of the two positioning frames 2.

[0026] The front wheel frame 5 includes two uprights, both of which are rectangular frames with a simple structure. The two uprights facilitate the positioning of the front wheel of the bicycle body 7. The front wheel frame 5 corresponds to the middle position of the two positioning frames 2, so that the front wheel can be placed in the center.

[0027] An RFID electronic tag 701 is embedded and fixedly connected inside the handlebar of the bicycle body 7. The handlebar of the bicycle body 7 is located inside the limiting groove 3. When the handlebar of the bicycle body 7 is inserted into the limiting groove 3, the RFID electronic tag 701 of the bicycle can be read through the identification module 4 in the limiting groove 3, so as to identify the vehicle information and return the bicycle.

[0028] The two positioning frames 2 are equipped with a locking assembly 6 on the side near the front wheel frame 5.

[0029] The vehicle locking assembly 6 includes a mounting bracket 601 fixedly connected to two positioning brackets 2. An equipment box 602 is fixedly connected to the outside of the mounting bracket 601. An electromagnetic lock 603 is embedded and fixedly connected at the center of the mounting bracket 601. A control module 604 is fixedly connected inside the equipment box 602.

[0030] A metal plate 702 is fixedly connected to the center of the bicycle body 7 at the front. The metal plate 702 corresponds to the position of the electromagnetic lock 603 and is attracted by magnetic force. Compared with traditional wheel locks, it is not only convenient to lock the bicycle, but also less likely to cause damage to the vehicle structure after long-term use, thus protecting the structural stability of the vehicle.

[0031] In this embodiment, a rubber buffer sleeve is provided on the side of the electromagnetic lock 603 near the bicycle body 7. When the vehicle approaches the electromagnetic lock 603, it plays a buffering role, which helps to reduce the impact on the electromagnetic lock 603.

[0032] When returning the bicycle, drive it between the two positioning frames 2 so that the front wheel is in the front wheel frame 5. Then lift the handles at both ends of the handlebars and put them into the limiting grooves 3. At this time, the iron plate 702 is in contact with the electromagnetic lock 603.

[0033] The vehicle information of the bicycle body 7 is read by the identification module 4 in the limit slot 3. The identification module 4 includes a reader corresponding to the RFID electronic tag 701 and a signal transceiver module. When the identification module 4 identifies the vehicle information in both handlebars at the same time, and the two information are matched, the return information is sent to the online vehicle rental platform through the signal transceiver module. At the same time, the signal is sent to the control module 604 in the locking component 6. The control module 604 activates the electromagnetic lock 603 to generate a suction force to attract the iron plate 702, thereby locking and positioning the vehicle.

[0034] The operation of lending out vehicles in this device is to unlock the vehicle by scanning its QR code, which is the same as the existing bicycle unlocking method. This is existing technology and not the main innovation of this case, so it will not be described in detail here.

[0035] Although the present invention has been described above with reference to embodiments, various modifications can be made and components can be replaced with equivalents without departing from the scope of the present invention. In particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, the features in the embodiments disclosed in this invention can be combined with each other in any way. The lack of an exhaustive description of these combinations in this specification is merely for the sake of brevity and resource conservation. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A full-automatic shared bicycle fixed-point parking electronic lock, comprising a base (1), characterized in that, The base (1) has two positioning frames (2) fixedly connected to its top. Each of the two positioning frames (2) has a limiting groove (3) on its top. An identification module (4) is embedded and fixedly connected in the bottom of the limiting groove (3). A bicycle body (7) is set between the two positioning frames (2). A front wheel frame (5) is set on one side of the two positioning frames (2). A bicycle locking component (6) is set on the side of the two positioning frames (2) close to the front wheel frame (5). The locking assembly (6) includes a mounting bracket (601) fixedly connected to two positioning brackets (2), an equipment box (602) fixedly connected to the outside of the mounting bracket (601), an electromagnetic lock (603) embedded and fixedly connected at the center of the mounting bracket (601), and a control module (604) fixedly connected inside the equipment box (602).

2. The full-automatic shared bicycle fixed-point parking electronic lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, The front wheel frame (5) includes two uprights, both of which have rectangular cross-sections. The front wheel frame (5) corresponds to the middle position of the two positioning frames (2).

3. The full-automatic shared bicycle fixed-point parking electronic lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, An RFID electronic tag (701) is embedded and fixedly connected inside the handlebar of the bicycle body (7), and the handlebar of the bicycle body (7) is located inside the limiting groove (3).

4. The full-automatic shared bicycle fixed-point parking electronic lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, An iron plate (702) is fixedly connected to the center of the front of the bicycle body (7). The iron plate (702) corresponds to the position of the electromagnetic lock (603) and is attracted by magnetic force.

5. The full-automatic shared bicycle fixed-point parking electronic lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, The electromagnetic lock (603) is provided with a rubber buffer sleeve on the side near the bicycle body (7).