Operating device for human-powered vehicles

Abstract

An operating device for a human-powered vehicle includes a base member and an electrical communication port. The base member extends in a longitudinal direction. The base member includes a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion is configured to be coupled to a handlebar. The second end portion is opposite to the first end portion in the longitudinal direction. The electrical communication port is configured to be electrically connected to a connector of a cable. The electrical communication port is closer to the second end portion than the first end portion in the longitudinal direction.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to an operating device for a human-driven vehicle. Background Art

[0002] A human-powered vehicle includes an operating unit configured to operate an operated unit. The operating unit is configured to operate a component in response to a user input. The operating unit may be configured to communicate with other components via a cable. An object of the present disclosure is to effectively utilize a portion of the operating unit for providing a communication port. Summary of the invention

[0003] According to a first aspect of the present invention, an operating device for a human-powered vehicle includes a base member and an electrical communication port. The base member extends in a longitudinal direction. The base member includes a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion is configured to be coupled to a handlebar. The second end portion is opposite to the first end portion in the longitudinal direction. The electrical communication port is configured to be electrically connected to a connector of a cable. The electrical communication port is closer to the second end portion than the first end portion in the longitudinal direction.

[0004] With the operating device according to the first aspect, the second end portion and / or a portion around the second end portion can be effectively utilized to provide an electrical communication port.

[0005] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the first aspect is configured so that the electrical communication port is provided at the second end portion.

[0006] With the operating device according to the second aspect, the second end portion can be effectively utilized to provide an electrical communication port.

[0007] According to a third aspect of the present invention, an operating device for a human-powered vehicle includes a base member, a hydraulic unit and an electrical communication port. The base member extends in a longitudinal direction. The base member includes a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion is configured to be connected to a handlebar. The second end portion is opposite to the first end portion in the longitudinal direction. The hydraulic unit includes a cylinder bore and a piston movably disposed in the cylinder bore. The electrical communication port is electrically connected to a connector of a cable. The electrical communication port is closer to the second end portion than at least one of the cylinder bore and the piston.

[0008] With the operating device according to the third aspect, the second end portion and / or a portion around the second end portion can be effectively utilized to provide the electrical communication port while the operating device uses the hydraulic unit.

[0009] According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the third aspect is configured so that the hydraulic unit includes a hydraulic chamber and a liquid storage chamber. The hydraulic chamber is defined by a cylinder bore and a piston. The liquid storage chamber is configured to communicate with the hydraulic chamber. The electrical communication port is closer to the second end portion than at least one of the hydraulic chamber and the liquid storage chamber.

[0010] With the operating device according to the fourth aspect, it is possible to more effectively utilize the second end portion and / or a portion around the second end portion to provide the electrical communication port while the operating device uses the hydraulic unit.

[0011] According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to fourth aspects is configured so that the electrical communication port includes an insertion hole extending in a port insertion direction. The port insertion direction is different from the longitudinal direction.

[0012] With the operating device according to the fifth aspect, the electrical communication ports can be efficiently arranged relative to the base member.

[0013] According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, an operating device for a human-powered vehicle includes a base member and an electrical communication port. The base member extends in a longitudinal direction. The base member includes a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion is configured to be connected to a handlebar. The second end portion is opposite to the first end portion in the longitudinal direction. The electrical communication port is configured to be electrically connected to a connector of a cable. The electrical communication port includes an insertion hole extending in a port insertion direction different from the longitudinal direction. The electrical communication port is immovably arranged relative to the base member.

[0014] With the operating device according to the sixth aspect, the electrical communication ports can be efficiently arranged relative to the base member.

[0015] According to a seventh aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the fifth or sixth aspect is configured so that the port insertion direction is not parallel to the longitudinal direction.

[0016] With the operating device according to the seventh aspect, the electrical communication ports can be arranged more efficiently with respect to the base member.

[0017] According to an eighth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the fifth or sixth aspect is configured so that the port insertion direction is perpendicular to the longitudinal direction.

[0018] With the operating device according to the eighth aspect, the electrical communication ports can be arranged more efficiently with respect to the base member.

[0019] According to a ninth aspect of the present invention, an operating device for a human-driven vehicle includes a base member, an operating member and an electrical communication port. The base member extends in a longitudinal direction. The base member includes a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion is configured to be connected to a handlebar. The longitudinal direction of the second end portion is opposite to that of the first end portion. The operating member is pivotally connected to the base member around a pivot axis. The electrical communication port is configured to be electrically connected to a connector of a cable. The electrical communication port includes an insertion hole defining an insertion opening. The insertion opening faces a reference surface that intersects the pivot axis.

[0020] With the operating device according to the ninth aspect, the electrical communication ports can be efficiently arranged relative to the base member.

[0021] According to the tenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to ninth aspects further includes an operating member pivotally connected to the base member about a pivot axis. In the installation state where the first end portion is connected to the handlebar, when viewed along the pivot axis, the electrical communication port is arranged above the pivot axis.

[0022] With the operating device according to the tenth aspect, the electrical communication ports can be efficiently arranged relative to the base member.

[0023] According to an eleventh aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to tenth aspects is configured so that the base member includes a first side surface and a second side surface provided on the opposite side of the first side surface. The electrical communication port is provided in at least one of the first side surface and the second side surface.

[0024] With the operating device according to the eleventh aspect, at least one of the first side surface and the second side surface on the base member can be effectively utilized to provide the electrical communication port.

[0025] According to a twelfth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to eleventh aspects further includes an operating member pivotally connected to the base member about a pivot axis. The base member includes a receiving structure configured to receive a power source. When viewed along the pivot axis, the electrical communication port is closer to the receiving structure than the pivot axis.

[0026] With the operating device according to the twelfth aspect, the receiving structure and / or a portion around the receiving structure can be effectively utilized to provide an electrical communication port.

[0027] According to a thirteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the twelfth aspect is configured so that the housing structure includes a power supply housing space in which the power supply is to be disposed. When viewed along the pivot axis, the electrical communication port is closer to the power supply housing space than the pivot axis.

[0028] With the operating device according to the thirteenth aspect, the power source accommodating space and / or a portion around the power source accommodating space can be effectively utilized to provide an electrical communication port.

[0029] According to a fourteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to thirteenth aspects further includes a circuit system electrically connected to the electrical communication port.

[0030] With the operating device according to the fourteenth aspect, communication between the circuit system and other components can be provided via the electrical communication port.

[0031] According to a fifteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the fourteenth aspect is configured so that the electric circuit system includes a substrate provided to the second end portion.

[0032] With the operating device according to the fifteenth aspect, communication between the circuit system and other components can be provided via the electrical communication port and the substrate.

[0033] According to a sixteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the fourteenth or fifteenth aspect further includes an electric wire configured to electrically connect the electric communication port to the substrate, and the electric wire is disposed in the base member.

[0034] With the operating device according to the sixteenth aspect, it is possible to make protecting the line easier.

[0035] According to a seventeenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to sixteenth aspects is configured so that the second end portion includes a rounded head portion, and the electrical communication port is closer to the rounded head portion than the first end portion in the longitudinal direction.

[0036] With the operating device according to the seventeenth aspect, the round head portion and / or the portion around the round head portion can be effectively utilized to provide an electrical communication port.

[0037] According to an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to seventeenth aspects is configured so that the base member includes a grip portion provided between the first end portion and the second end portion in the longitudinal direction.

[0038] With the operating device according to the eighteenth aspect, the electrical communication port can be applied to the base member configured to be grasped by the user. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0039] A more complete summary of the invention and many of its attendant advantages will be readily obtained and better understood when reference is made to the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0040] Figure 1 is a side elevation view of the operating device according to the first embodiment.

[0041] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the operating device shown in FIG.

[0042] Figure 3 Is set in Figure 1 001 is a front view of a power supply in the operating device shown in FIG.

[0043] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A perspective view of the power supply shown in FIG.

[0044] Figure 5 yes Figure 3Another perspective view of the power supply shown in FIG.

[0045] Figure 6 It is along Figure 7 A partial cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XI-XI.

[0046] Figure 7 It is along Figure 6 A partial cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line VII-VII.

[0047] Figure 8 It is along Figure 6 A partial cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line VIII-VIII.

[0048] Fig. 9 yes Figure 1 A three-dimensional view of the internal structure of the operating device shown in FIG.

[0049] Fig.10 It is along Fig.12 A cross-sectional view of the internal structure taken along line XX.

[0050] Fig.11 It is along Fig.12 Another cross-sectional view of the internal structure taken along line XI-XI.

[0051] Fig.12 It is along Fig.10 Another cross-sectional view of the internal structure taken along line XII-XII.

[0052] Fig.13 It is along Fig.12 Another cross-sectional view of the internal structure taken along line XIII-XIII.

[0053] Fig.14 yes Figure 1 Partial cross-sectional view of the operating device shown in (open position).

[0054] Fig.15 yes Figure 1 A perspective view of the cover of the operating device shown in FIG.

[0055] Fig.16 yes Figure 1 A perspective view of the operating device shown in FIG. 1 , wherein the cover is omitted.

[0056] Fig.17 yes Figure 1 Another perspective view of the operating device shown in , in which the cover is omitted.

[0057] Fig.18 It is along Figure 6A partial cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XVIII-XVIII.

[0058] Fig.19 It is along Figure 7 A partial cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XIX-XIX.

[0059] Fig. 20 It is along Figure 7 A partial cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XX-XX.

[0060] Fig.21 yes Figure 1 A perspective view of the operating device shown in FIG. 1 , wherein the cover is omitted.

[0061] Fig. 22 yes Figure 1 A perspective view of the operating device shown in FIG.

[0062] Fig.23 yes Fig. 9 A three-dimensional diagram of the internal structure shown in FIG.

[0063] Fig.24 Yes Figure 1 Schematic block diagram of a human-driven vehicle with an operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0064] Fig.25 is a perspective view of an operating device according to a second embodiment.

[0065] Fig.26 yes Fig.25 A three-dimensional view of the holder, terminal structure and power supply of the operating device shown in FIG.

[0066] Fig. 27 yes Fig.25 Another perspective view of the holder, terminal structure and power supply of the operating device shown in FIG.

[0067] Fig.28 yes Fig.25 A partial cross-sectional view of the operating device shown in FIG.

[0068] Fig.29 yes Fig.25 A partial cross-sectional view of the retaining member and terminal structure of the operating device shown in FIG.

[0069] Fig.30 yes Fig.29 An exploded perspective view of the retaining member and terminal structure shown in FIG.

[0070] Fig.31 is a perspective view of a holder, a terminal structure, and a power source of an operating device according to a first variation.

[0071] Fig.32 yes Fig.31 Another perspective view of the holder, terminal structure and power supply of the operating device shown in FIG.

[0072] Fig.33 yes Fig.31 A partial cross-sectional view of the retaining member and terminal structure shown in FIG.

[0073] Fig.34 yes Fig.31 An exploded perspective view of the retaining member and terminal structure shown in FIG.

[0074] Fig.35 is a partial side elevation view of an operating device according to a second variant.

[0075] Fig.36 yes Fig.35 Schematic cross-sectional view of the operating device shown in FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0076] The embodiments will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals designate corresponding or identical elements throughout the various figures.

[0077] First embodiment

[0078] like Figure 1 As shown, the operating device 10 for the human-powered vehicle 2 is configured to operate at least one component. The operating device 10 is configured to be mounted to the handlebar 4. In the present application, human-powered vehicles include various bicycles, such as mountain bikes, road bikes, city bikes, cargo bikes, manual bikes and recumbent bikes. Moreover, human-powered vehicles include electric bicycles (E-bikes). Electric bicycles include electric-assisted bicycles configured to assist the propulsion of the vehicle with an electric motor. However, the total number of wheels of the human-powered vehicle is not limited to two. For example, human-powered vehicles include vehicles with one wheel or three or more wheels. In particular, human-powered vehicles do not include vehicles that use only internal combustion engines as power. In general, light road vehicles, including vehicles that do not require a public road driver's license, are identified as human-powered vehicles.

[0079] The operating device 10 is configured to be electrically connected to the electric component BC1. In the present embodiment, the operating device 10 is configured to be connected to the electric component BC1 via a wireless communication channel. The operating device 10 is configured to be wirelessly connected to the electric component BC1.

[0080] The operating device 10 is configured to be electrically connected to the additional electrical component BC2. In the present embodiment, the operating device 10 is configured to be connected to the additional electrical component BC2 via a wired communication channel. The operating device 10 is configured to be connected to the additional electrical component BC2 via a cable.

[0081] Examples of the electric component BC1 and the additional electric component BC2 include additional or subsidiary operating devices, adjustable seat posts, suspensions, shifting devices, braking devices, lighting devices, display devices, bicycle computers, smartphones, tablet computers, and personal computers. In the present embodiment, the electric component BC1 includes a shifting device such as a derailleur. The additional electric component BC2 includes a personal computer. However, the electric component BC1 and the additional electric component BC2 are not limited to the above devices.

[0082] The operating device 10 is configured to be connected to the additional component BC3. In the present embodiment, the operating device 10 is configured to be connected to the additional component BC3 via a hydraulic hose. However, the operating device 10 may be configured to be connected to the additional component BC3 via other elements such as a mechanical cable (eg, a Bowden cable).

[0083] Examples of the additional component BC3 include an adjustable seat post, a suspension, a shifting device, and a brake device. In the present embodiment, the additional component BC3 includes a hydraulic brake device. However, the additional component BC3 is not limited to the above devices.

[0084] In the present embodiment, the operating device 10 is a right-hand side operating / control device configured to be operated by the rider's right hand to actuate the electric component BC1 and the additional component BC3. However, the structure of the operating device 10 may be applied to a left-hand side operating device.

[0085] In this application, the following directional terms "front", "rear", "forward", "backward", "left", "right", "lateral", "upward", and "downward", and other similar directional terms refer to those directions determined based on the user's standard position in the human-powered vehicle 2 (e.g., on a saddle or seat) and facing the steering member or handlebars (e.g., a rider). Therefore, these terms as used to describe the operating device 10 or other components should be interpreted relative to the human-powered vehicle 2 equipped with the operating device 10 as used in an upright riding position on a horizontal surface.

[0086] The operating device 10 for the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a base member 12. The base member 12 is configured to be coupled to the handlebar 4. In the present embodiment, the operating device 10 is configured to be mounted to a drop-down handlebar. However, the structure of the operating device 10 can be applied to other operating devices mounted to other types of handlebars, such as flat handlebars, timing handlebars, and bullhorn handlebars.

[0087] The base member 12 extends in the longitudinal direction D1. The base member 12 includes a first end portion 14 and a second end portion 16. The first end portion 14 is configured to be coupled to the handlebar 4. The second end portion 16 is opposite to the first end portion 14 in the longitudinal direction D1. The base member 12 includes a grip portion 18. The grip portion 18 is disposed between the first end portion 14 and the second end portion 16 in the longitudinal direction D1. The second end portion 16 includes a rounded head portion 20.

[0088] The operating device 10 also includes a mounting structure 22 configured to couple the first end portion 14 to the handlebar 4. The mounting structure 22 includes a band clamp 24. However, the mounting structure 22 may include other structures similar to the band clamp 24 and used in road shifters for mounting to a drop-down handlebar.

[0089] The operating device 10 includes a cover 26. The cover 26 is configured to be removably attached to the base member 12 to at least partially cover the base member 12. The cover 26 is made of an elastic material such as rubber. The rider sometimes grips the base member 12 (e.g., the grip portion 18) through the cover 26 and leans on the base member 12 (e.g., the grip portion 18) during riding. The cover 26 can be omitted from the operating device 10 if needed and / or desired.

[0090] As used herein, the term "detachable" or "detachably" encompasses a configuration in which an element is repeatedly detachable from and attachable to another element without substantial damage.

[0091] The operating device 10 for the human-powered vehicle 2 includes an operating member 28. The operating member 28 is pivotally connected to the base member 12 around a pivot axis. The pivot axis A1 is arranged to be closer to the second end portion 16 than to the first end portion 14. The operating member 28 includes a proximal portion 28A and a distal portion 28B opposite to the proximal portion 28A. The operating member 28 extends from the proximal portion 28A to the distal portion 28B. The proximal portion 28A is closer to the pivot axis A1 than the distal portion 28B. The distal portion 28B is farther from the proximal portion 28A than the pivot axis A1 in the longitudinal direction of the operating member 28.

[0092] In the present embodiment, the distal end portion 28B is farthest from the proximal end portion 28A in the operating member 28 and constitutes a free end portion of the operating member 28. In the mounted state where the first end portion 14 is coupled to the handlebar 4, the distal end portion 28B is disposed below the pivot axis A1 and the proximal end portion 28A.

[0093] The operating member 28 is pivotable about the pivot axis A1 between the rest position P11 and the operating position P12 relative to the base member 12. The operating device 10 includes a pivot shaft 29 defining the pivot axis A1. The pivot shaft 29 pivotally couples the operating member 28 to the base member 12. The pivot shaft 29 extends along the pivot axis A1. In the present embodiment, the rest position P11 and the operating position P12 are defined by the pivot axis A1 and the distal end portion 28B.

[0094] In the present application, the term "rest position" as used herein refers to a position where a movable component such as the operating member 28 remains stationary in a state where the movable component is not operated by a user. The term "operation position" as used herein refers to a position where a movable component has been operated by a user to perform an operation of a device such as the additional component BC3.

[0095] The operating device 10 includes at least one switch. The operating device 10 includes a plurality of switches SW1, SW2. The switches SW1, SW2 are mounted to the operating member 28 to be movable relative to the base member 12 together with the operating member 28. However, at least one of the switches SW1, SW2 may be provided at other locations, such as in the base member 12.

[0096] like Figure 2 As shown, the operating device 10 for the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a hydraulic unit 30. The hydraulic unit 30 is disposed in the base member 12. The hydraulic unit 30 is configured to generate hydraulic pressure in response to the movement of the operating member 28. The hydraulic unit 30 includes a cylinder bore 32 and a piston 34 movably disposed in the cylinder bore 32. The hydraulic unit 30 includes a hydraulic chamber 36 and a reservoir chamber 38. The hydraulic chamber 36 is defined by the cylinder bore 32 and the piston 34. The piston 34 is operably coupled to the operating member 28. The piston 34 is movable relative to the base member 12 in response to the pivotal movement of the operating member 28. However, the operating member 28 may be operably coupled to another structure instead of the hydraulic unit 30. For example, the operating member 28 may be operably coupled to a mechanical control cable such as a Bowden cable in order to operate the additional component BC3.

[0097] The reservoir chamber 38 is configured to communicate with the hydraulic chamber 36. The hydraulic unit 30 includes a reservoir 40. The reservoir 40 includes a reservoir recess 42, a diaphragm 44, and a reservoir cover 46. The reservoir recess 42 is provided to the base member 12. The diaphragm 44 is provided in the reservoir recess 42. The reservoir cover 46 is detachably attached to the base member 12 to cover the reservoir recess 42. The reservoir recess 42 and the diaphragm 44 define the reservoir chamber 38.

[0098] The base member 12 includes a receiving structure 50. The receiving structure 50 is configured to receive the power supply PS. The receiving structure 50 includes a power supply receiving space 52, and the power supply PS is to be disposed in the power supply receiving space 52. In the present embodiment, the receiving structure 50 is disposed to the second end portion 16. However, the receiving structure 50 may be disposed to other portions of the base member 12 other than the second end portion 16.

[0099] like Figures 3 to 5 As shown, the power supply PS defines a radial direction D2. The power supply PS includes a button battery having a cylindrical shape. The power supply PS has an outer diameter DM defined in the radial direction D2 of the power supply PS. In a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodating space 52, the power supply PS has a thickness TH defined in a thickness direction D3. The thickness direction D3 is different from the radial direction D2. The thickness direction D3 is perpendicular to the radial direction D2. The outer diameter DM of the power supply PS is greater than the thickness TH of the power supply PS. However, the outer diameter DM of the power supply PS may be less than or equal to the thickness TH of the power supply PS, if necessary and / or desired.

[0100] The power supply PS includes an end surface PS31, an additional end surface PS32, and an outer edge surface PS33. The end surface PS31 has a circular shape. The additional end surface PS32 has a circular shape. The outer edge surface PS33 defines an outer diameter DM. The end surface PS31 faces the thickness direction D3. The additional end surface PS32 faces the thickness direction D3. The additional end surface PS32 is arranged on the reverse side of the end surface PS31 in the thickness direction D3.

[0101] The power source PS includes a positive terminal TM31 and a negative terminal TM32. The positive terminal TM31 is provided on the end surface PS31 and the outer edge surface PS33. The negative terminal TM32 is provided on the additional end surface PS32. However, the shape of the power source PS is not limited to the above shape.

[0102] In the present embodiment, the power supply PS includes a first power supply PS1 and a second power supply PS2. The first power supply PS1 is a component separated from the second power supply PS2. The first power supply PS1 defines a first radial direction D21. The second power supply PS2 defines a second radial direction D22. The first power supply PS1 includes a button battery having a cylindrical shape. The second power supply PS2 includes a button battery having a cylindrical shape.

[0103] The first power source PS1 has a first outer diameter DM1 defined in a first radial direction D21 of the first power source PS1. The first power source PS1 has a first thickness TH1 defined in a first thickness direction D31. The first thickness direction D31 is different from the first radial direction D21. The first thickness direction D31 is perpendicular to the first radial direction D21. The first outer diameter DM1 of the first power source PS1 is greater than the first thickness TH1 of the first power source PS1. However, the first outer diameter DM1 of the first power source PS1 may be less than or equal to the first thickness TH1 of the first power source PS1, if necessary and / or desired.

[0104] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the first power supply PS1 includes a first end surface PS11, a first additional end surface PS12 and a first outer edge surface PS13. The first end surface PS11 has a circular shape. The first additional end surface PS12 has a circular shape. The first outer edge surface PS13 defines a first outer diameter DM1. The first end surface PS11 faces the first thickness direction D31. The first additional end surface PS12 faces the first thickness direction D31. The first additional end surface PS12 is arranged on the reverse side of the first end surface PS11 in the thickness direction D3.

[0105] The first power source PS1 includes a first positive terminal TM11 and a first negative terminal TM12. The first positive terminal TM11 is provided on the first end surface PS11 and the first peripheral surface PS13. The first negative terminal TM12 is provided on the first additional end surface PS12.

[0106] The second power supply PS2 has a second outer diameter DM2 defined in a second radial direction D22 of the second power supply PS2. The second power supply PS2 has a second thickness TH2 defined in a second thickness direction D32. The second thickness direction D32 is different from the second radial direction D22. The second thickness direction D32 is perpendicular to the second radial direction D22. The second outer diameter DM2 of the second power supply PS2 is greater than the second thickness TH2 of the second power supply PS2. However, the second outer diameter DM2 of the second power supply PS2 may be less than or equal to the second thickness TH2 of the second power supply PS2, if necessary and / or desired.

[0107] The second power supply PS2 includes a second end surface PS21, a second additional end surface PS22, and a second outer edge surface PS23. The second end surface PS21 has a circular shape. The second additional end surface PS22 has a circular shape. The second outer edge surface PS23 defines a second outer diameter DM2. The second end surface PS21 faces the second thickness direction D32. The second additional end surface PS22 faces the second thickness direction D32. The second additional end surface PS22 is arranged on the reverse side of the second end surface PS21 in the second thickness direction D32.

[0108] The second power source PS2 includes a second positive terminal TM21 and a second negative terminal TM22. The second positive terminal TM21 is provided on the second end surface PS21 and the second peripheral surface PS23. The second negative terminal TM22 is provided on the second additional end surface PS22.

[0109] In the present embodiment, the end surface PS31 of the power source PS includes the first end surface PS11 of the first power source PS1. The additional end surface PS32 of the power source PS includes the second additional end surface PS22 of the second power source PS2. The outer edge surface PS33 of the power source PS includes the first outer edge surface PS13 of the first power source PS1 and the second outer edge surface PS23 of the second power source PS2. However, the relationship between the end surface PS31, the additional end surface PS32, the outer edge surface PS33, the first end surface PS11, the first additional end surface PS12, the first outer edge surface PS13, the second end surface PS21, the second additional end surface PS22, and the second outer edge surface PS23 is not limited to the above relationship.

[0110] In the present embodiment, in a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodation space 52, the first radial direction D21 is defined along the radial direction D2 of the power supply PS. In a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodation space 52, the second radial direction D22 is defined along the radial direction D2 of the power supply PS. In a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodation space 52, the first radial direction D21 is parallel to the radial direction D2 of the power supply PS. In a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodation space 52, the second radial direction D22 is parallel to the radial direction D2 of the power supply PS. However, the relationship between the radial direction D2, the first radial direction D21, and the second radial direction D22 is not limited to the above relationship.

[0111] In the present embodiment, in a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodation space 52, the first thickness direction D31 is defined along the thickness direction D3 of the power supply PS. In a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodation space 52, the second thickness direction D32 is defined along the thickness direction D3 of the power supply PS. In a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodation space 52, the first thickness direction D31 is parallel to the thickness direction D3 of the power supply PS. In a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodation space 52, the second thickness direction D32 is parallel to the thickness direction D3 of the power supply PS. However, the relationship between the thickness direction D3, the first thickness direction D31, and the second thickness direction D32 is not limited to the above relationship.

[0112] In the present embodiment, the first outer diameter DM1 and the second outer diameter DM2 are equal to the outer diameter DM of the power source PS when the power source PS is disposed in the power source accommodation space 52. However, at least one of the first outer diameter DM1 and the second outer diameter DM2 may be different from the outer diameter DM of the power source PS if necessary and / or desired.

[0113] In the present embodiment, in a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodation space 52, the first thickness TH1 and the second thickness TH2 are smaller than the thickness TH of the power supply PS. The first thickness TH1 is equal to the second thickness TH2. In a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the power supply accommodation space 52, the sum of the first thickness TH1 and the second thickness TH2 is smaller than the thickness TH of the power supply PS. However, the relationship between the thickness TH, the first thickness TH1, and the second thickness TH2 is not limited to the above relationship.

[0114] In the present embodiment, in a state where the power source PS is disposed in the power source accommodating space 52, the positive terminal TM31 of the power source PS includes the first positive terminal TM11 of the first power source PS1. In a state where the power source PS is disposed in the power source accommodating space 52, the negative terminal TM32 of the power source PS includes the second negative terminal TM22 of the second power source PS2. However, the relationship among the positive terminal TM31, the negative terminal TM32, the first positive terminal TM11, and the second negative terminal TM22 is not limited to the above relationship.

[0115] In the present embodiment, the power source PS includes a first power source PS1 and a second power source PS2. However, the power source PS may be integrally provided as a one-piece unitary member if necessary and / or desired.

[0116] like Figure 6 As shown, the containing structure 50 includes a power supply containing space 52, and the power supply PS will be inserted into the power supply containing space 52 along the radial direction D2 and the insertion direction D4 which is not parallel to the pivot axis A1. In the present embodiment, the insertion direction D4 is defined along the radial direction D2 of the power supply PS. The insertion direction D4 is parallel to the radial direction D2 of the power supply PS. The power supply PS is removed from the power supply containing space 52 in the removal direction D6. The removal direction D6 is the opposite direction of the insertion direction D4. The removal direction D6 is defined along the radial direction D2 of the power supply PS. The removal direction D6 is parallel to the radial direction D2 of the power supply PS. However, at least one of the insertion direction D4 and the removal direction D6 may be not parallel to the radial direction D2 of the power supply PS, if necessary and / or desired.

[0117] In this embodiment, the insertion direction D4 faces toward the pivot axis A1. The receiving structure 50 includes a power supply receiving space 52, into which the power supply PS is to be inserted along the radial direction D2 toward the pivot axis A1. However, the insertion direction D4 may be defined not to face toward the pivot axis A1, if necessary and / or desired.

[0118] like Figure 7 As shown, the power supply accommodation space 52 includes a first power supply accommodation space 54, and the first power supply PS1 will be arranged in the first power supply accommodation space 54. The power supply accommodation space 52 includes a second power supply accommodation space 56, and the second power supply PS2 will be arranged in the second power supply accommodation space 56. However, the first power supply PS1 can be integrally provided as a one-piece single member with the second power supply PS2, if necessary and / or desired. The power supply accommodation space 52 can be integrally provided as a single space, if necessary and / or desired. The first power supply accommodation space 54 can be integrally provided as a single space with the second power supply accommodation space 56, if necessary and / or desired.

[0119] The insertion direction D4 is defined along the first radial direction D21 of the first power source PS1. The insertion direction D4 is defined along the second radial direction D22 of the second power source PS2. The insertion direction D4 is parallel to the first radial direction D21 of the first power source PS1. The insertion direction D4 is parallel to the second radial direction D22 of the second power source PS2. However, the positional relationship between the insertion direction D4, the radial direction D2, the first radial direction D21, and the second radial direction D22 is not limited to the above positional relationship.

[0120] The power accommodating space 52 includes a first power accommodating space 54 into which the first power source PS1 is to be inserted. The power accommodating space 52 includes a first power accommodating space 54 into which the first power source PS1 is to be inserted along the first radial direction D21 and the insertion direction D4.

[0121] The power accommodating space 52 includes a second power accommodating space 56 into which the second power source PS2 is to be inserted. The power accommodating space 52 includes a second power accommodating space 56 into which the second power source PS2 is to be inserted along the second radial direction D22 and the insertion direction D4.

[0122] like Figure 8 As shown, the reference plane RP intersects the pivot axis A1. The reference plane RP is perpendicular to the pivot axis A1. The reference plane RP is defined to be disposed outside the operating device 10 in the axial direction D5 about the pivot axis A1.

[0123] like Figure 7As shown, the insertion direction D4 is defined along the reference plane RP. The insertion direction D4 is parallel to the reference plane RP of the operating device 10. However, the insertion direction D4 may be defined not parallel to the reference plane RP if needed and / or desired. The insertion direction D4 may be inclined relative to the reference plane RP.

[0124] The receiving structure 50 includes a receiving body 59. The receiving body 59 includes a receiving base 60. That is, the receiving structure 50 includes the receiving base 60. The power receiving space 52 is disposed on the receiving base 60. The first power receiving space 54 is disposed on the receiving base 60. The second power receiving space 56 is disposed on the receiving base 60.

[0125] In the present embodiment, the base member 12 includes a base body 62. The receiving base 60 is fixed to the base body 62 by fasteners 64. The receiving base 60 is a separate member from the base body 62. However, the receiving base 60 can be integrally provided as a one-piece unitary member with the base body 62 if needed and / or desired.

[0126] The receiving base 60 includes a first receiving base 66 and a second receiving base 68. The first receiving base 66 is a separate member from the second receiving base 68. The first receiving base 66 is attached to the second receiving base 68 by fasteners (e.g., screws) and / or bonding structures (e.g., adhesives). However, the first receiving base 66 can be integrally provided with the second receiving base 68 as a one-piece, unitary member, if necessary and / or desired.

[0127] The first receiving base 66 includes a first internal space 66A. The power supply receiving space 52 at least partially includes the first internal space 66A. The second receiving base 68 includes a second internal space 68A. The second internal space 68A is configured to communicate with the first internal space 66A. The power supply receiving space 52 includes at least part of the first internal space 66A and / or at least part of the second internal space 68A.

[0128] The containing structure 50 includes a terminal structure 69. When the power source PS is in the power source containing space 52, the terminal structure 69 is configured to contact the power source PS. The terminal structure 69 includes a terminal member 70. That is, the containing structure 50 includes a terminal member 70. The terminal member 70 is configured to be attached to the containing base 60. When the power source PS is in the power source containing space 52, the terminal member 70 is configured to contact the power source PS. The terminal member 70 is made of a conductive material. The terminal member 70 includes a first terminal 72 and a second terminal 74. The first terminal 72 is a member separated from the second terminal 74. The first terminal 72 is spaced apart from the second terminal 74.

[0129] The first terminal 72 is configured to be attached to the accommodating base 60. The first terminal 72 is configured to contact the first power source PS1 when the first power source PS1 is in the first power source accommodating space 54. The second terminal 74 is configured to be attached to the accommodating base 60. The second terminal 74 is configured to contact the second power source PS2 when the second power source PS2 is in the second power source accommodating space 56.

[0130] In the present embodiment, the first terminal 72 is configured to contact the positive terminal TM31 of the power source PS when the power source PS is in the power source accommodation space 52. When the first power source PS1 is in the first power source accommodation space 54, the first terminal 72 is configured to contact the first positive terminal TM11 of the first power source PS1.

[0131] When the power source PS is in the power source accommodation space 52, the second terminal 74 is configured to contact the negative terminal TM32 of the power source PS. When the second power source PS2 is in the second power source accommodation space 56, the second terminal 74 is configured to contact the second negative terminal TM22 of the second power source PS2.

[0132] The first power supply accommodation space 54 is adjacent to the second power supply accommodation space 56 without any additional space between the first power supply accommodation space 54 and the second power supply accommodation space 56. In the present embodiment, the terminal structure 69 includes an intermediate terminal 76. That is, the accommodation structure 50 includes the intermediate terminal 76. The intermediate terminal 76 is disposed between the first power supply accommodation space 54 and the second power supply accommodation space 56. The intermediate terminal 76 is attached to the accommodation base 60. The intermediate terminal 76 is made of a conductive material.

[0133] In a state where the first power supply PS1 is disposed in the first power supply accommodating space 54 and the second power supply PS2 is disposed in the second power supply accommodating space 56, the intermediate terminal 76 is disposed between the first power supply PS1 and the second power supply PS2. In a state where the first power supply PS1 is disposed in the first power supply accommodating space 54 and the second power supply PS2 is disposed in the second power supply accommodating space 56, the intermediate terminal is configured to contact the first negative terminal TM12 and the second positive terminal TM21. Therefore, in a state where the first power supply PS1 is disposed in the first power supply accommodating space 54 and the second power supply PS2 is disposed in the second power supply accommodating space 56, the first power supply PS1 and the second power supply PS2 are electrically connected in series with each other. However, the intermediate terminal 76 can be omitted from the accommodating structure 50 if necessary and / or desired.

[0134] The receiving base 60 includes a terminal support 78. The terminal support 78 is attached to at least one of the first receiving base 66 and the second receiving base 68.

[0135] like Fig. 9As shown, the terminal member 70 and the intermediate terminal 76 are attached to the terminal support 78. The first terminal 72, the second terminal 74 and the intermediate terminal 76 are attached to the terminal support 78.

[0136] The intermediate terminal 76 includes a biasing member 80. The biasing member 80 is configured to contact at least one of the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2. The biasing member 80 is configured to bias at least one of the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 so that the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are separated from each other when the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are disposed in the first power source accommodation space 54 and the second power source accommodation space 56.

[0137] In the present embodiment, the biasing member 80 includes a first biasing member 82 and a second biasing member 84. The first biasing member 82 is configured to bias the first power source PS1 away from the second power source PS2 when the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are disposed in the first power source accommodation space 54 and the second power source accommodation space 56. The second biasing member 84 is configured to bias the second power source PS2 away from the first power source PS1 when the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are disposed in the first power source accommodation space 54 and the second power source accommodation space 56.

[0138] The biasing member 80 includes a plurality of first biasing members 82 and a plurality of second biasing members 84. The first biasing members 82 are adjacent to each other. The first biasing member 82 is disposed between the second biasing members 84. However, the positional relationship between the first biasing member 82 and the second biasing member 84 is not limited to the above relationship. The total number of the first biasing members 82 is not limited to two. The total number of the second biasing members 84 is not limited to two. At least one of the first biasing member 82 and the second biasing member 84 can be omitted from the intermediate terminal 76 if necessary and / or desired. The biasing member 80 can be omitted from the intermediate terminal 76.

[0139] The intermediate terminal 76 includes an intermediate base 86. The intermediate base 86 is attached to the terminal support 78. The biasing member 80 is coupled to the intermediate base 86 so as to be elastically deformable. The first biasing member 82 is coupled to the intermediate base 86 so as to be elastically deformable. The second biasing member 84 is coupled to the intermediate base 86 so as to be elastically deformable. In the present embodiment, the biasing member 80 is integrally provided with the intermediate base 86 as a one-piece monolithic member. However, the biasing member 80 can be a member separate from the intermediate base 86, if necessary and / or desired.

[0140] like Fig.10As shown, the first biasing member 82 includes a first contact 88 configured to contact the first power source PS1 when the first power source PS1 is in the first power source accommodation space 54. The first contact 88 includes a first curved member 88A configured to contact the first power source PS1. The first biasing member 82 includes a first biasing body 90. The first biasing body 90 extends from the intermediate base 86. The first contact 88 is disposed at a longitudinal end of the first biasing body 90. The shape of the first biasing member 82 is not limited to Fig.10 The shape shown in the figure.

[0141] like Fig.11 As shown, the second biasing member 84 includes a second contact 92 configured to contact the second power supply PS2 when the second power supply PS2 is in the second power supply accommodation space 56. The second contact 92 is spaced apart from the first contact 88. The second contact 92 includes a second curved member 92A configured to contact the second power supply PS2. The second biasing member 84 includes a second biasing body 94. The second biasing body 94 extends from the intermediate base 86. The second contact 92 is disposed at a longitudinal end of the second biasing body 94. The shape of the second biasing member 84 is not limited to Fig.11 The shape shown in the figure.

[0142] like Fig.12 As shown, the first terminal 72 includes a first terminal base 96 and a plurality of first biasing portions 98. The first biasing portion 98 is configured to contact the first power source PS1. The first biasing portion 98 is configured to bias the first power source PS1 in the removal direction D6 when the first power source PS1 is disposed in the first power source accommodation space 54. The first biasing portion 98 is coupled to the first terminal base 96 so as to be elastically deformable.

[0143] The first biasing portion 98 includes a first contact 100 configured to contact the first power source PS1 when the first power source PS1 is in the first power source accommodation space 54. The first contact 100 includes a first curved member 100A configured to contact the first power source PS1. The first biasing portion 98 includes a first biasing body 102. The first biasing body 102 extends from the first terminal base 96. The first contact 100 is disposed at a longitudinal end of the first biasing body 102. The shape of the first biasing portion 98 is not limited to Fig.12 The shape shown in the figure.

[0144] like Fig.13 As shown, the second terminal 74 includes a second terminal base 106 and a plurality of second biasing portions 108. The second biasing portion 108 is configured to contact the second power supply PS2. The second biasing portion 108 is configured to bias the second power supply PS2 in the removal direction D6 when the second power supply PS2 is disposed in the second power supply accommodation space 56. The second biasing portion 108 is coupled to the second terminal base 106 so as to be elastically deformable.

[0145] The second biasing portion 108 includes a second contact 110 configured to contact the second power supply PS2 when the second power supply PS2 is in the second power supply accommodation space 56. The second contact 110 includes a second curved member 110A configured to contact the second power supply PS2. The second biasing portion 108 includes a second biasing body 112. The second biasing body 112 extends from the second terminal base 106. The second contact 110 is disposed at a longitudinal end of the second biasing body 112. The shape of the second biasing portion 108 is not limited to Fig.13 The shape shown in the figure.

[0146] like Fig.14 As shown, the containing structure 50 includes a cover 114. The cover 114 is pivotally connected to the containing base 60 about the cover pivot axis A2. The pivot pin 114P pivotally connects the cover 114 to the containing base 60 about the cover pivot axis A2. The cover 114 is pivotable about the cover pivot axis A2 between a closed position P21 and an open position P22 relative to the containing base 60. In the closed state of the cover 114 in the closed position P21, the cover 114 covers the power supply containing space 52. In the open state of the cover 114 in the open position P22, the power supply containing space 52 is open to allow the power supply PS to be inserted into and removed from the power supply containing space 52. The containing structure 50 includes a cover fastener 115. The cover fastener 115 is configured to fix the cover 114 to the containing base 60. The containing structure 50 includes a pivot pin 114P.

[0147] The lid 114 includes a first lid end 114A and a second lid end 114B opposite to the first lid end 114A. The second lid end 114B is pivotally coupled to the receiving base 60 about the lid pivot axis A2. When the lid 114 is in the open state of the open position P22, the second lid end 114B is closer to the pivot axis A1 than the first lid end 114A. Figure 1 As shown, in the closed state where the cover 114 is in the closed position P21, the first cover end 114A is closer to the first end portion 14 of the base member 12 than the second cover end 114B. However, the positional relationship between the pivot axis A1, the first cover end 114A, the second cover end 114B and the cover pivot axis A2 is not limited to the above relationship.

[0148] like Figure 7 As shown, the cover 114 includes a holding portion 116 configured to hold the power supply PS when the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21. The holding portion 116 includes a recess 118, and the power supply PS is to be arranged in the recess 118 when the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21. The power supply accommodating space 52 includes at least a portion of the recess 118.

[0149] like Fig.15 As shown, the retaining portion 116 includes an elastic portion 120. The elastic portion 120 is made of an elastic material, such as an elastomer (e.g., rubber). The cover 114 includes a cover body 122. The cover body 122 includes a first cover end 114A, a second cover end 114B, and a recess 118. The elastic portion 120 is attached to the cover body 122. The elastic portion 120 is disposed in the recess 118 of the cover body 122. The elastic portion 120 is attached to the cover body 122.

[0150] like Fig.16 As shown, the elastic part 120 is configured to contact the power supply PS when the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21. The elastic part 120 includes a base 120A, a first elastic part 120B, a second elastic part 120C and a third elastic part 120D. The base 120A is attached to the cover body 122. The base 120A has an annular shape. When the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21, the base 120A is arranged between the accommodating base 60 and the cover body 122. The base 120A includes an annular part 120E. When the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21, the power supply accommodating space 52 is sealed by the base 120A of the elastic part 120.

[0151] The first elastic portion 120B extends from the base 120A. In the present embodiment, the elastic portion 120 includes a plurality of first elastic portions 120B. The first elastic portions 120B are spaced apart from each other. The first elastic portion 120B is configured to contact the power supply PS when the power supply PS is in the power supply accommodation space 52 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21. The first elastic portion 120B is configured to contact the first power supply PS1 when the first power supply PS1 is in the first power supply accommodation space 54 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21.

[0152] The first elastic portion 120B is configured to contact the end surface PS31 of the power source PS when the power source PS is in the power source accommodating space 52 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21. The first elastic portion 120B is configured to contact the first end surface PS11 of the first power source PS1 when the first power source PS1 is in the first power source accommodating space 54 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21.

[0153] like Fig.17As shown, the second elastic portion 120C extends from the base 120A. In the present embodiment, the elastic portion 120 includes a plurality of second elastic portions 120C. The second elastic portions 120C are spaced apart from each other. The second elastic portion 120C is configured to contact the power supply PS when the power supply PS is in the power supply accommodation space 52 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21. The second elastic portion 120C is configured to contact the second power supply PS2 when the second power supply PS2 is in the second power supply accommodation space 56 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21. The second elastic portion 120C is configured to contact the second additional end surface PS22 of the second power supply PS2 when the second power supply PS2 is in the second power supply accommodation space 56 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21.

[0154] The third elastic portion 120D extends from the base 120A. The third elastic portion 120D is configured to contact the power source PS when the power source PS is in the power source accommodation space 52 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21. The third elastic portion 120D is configured to contact the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 when the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are in the first power source accommodation space 54 and the second power source accommodation space 56 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21.

[0155] The third elastic portion 120D is configured to contact the outer edge surface PS33 of the power source PS when the power source PS is in the power source accommodation space 52 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21. The third elastic portion 120D is configured to contact the first outer edge surface PS13 of the first power source PS1 and the second outer edge surface PS23 of the second power source PS2 when the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are in the first power source accommodation space 54 and the second power source accommodation space 56 and the cover 114 is in the closed state of the closed position P21.

[0156] In the present embodiment, the elastic portion 120 includes a base 120A, a first elastic portion 120B, a second elastic portion 120C, and a third elastic portion 120D. However, at least one of the base 120A, the first elastic portion 120B, the second elastic portion 120C, and the third elastic portion 120D can be omitted from the elastic portion 120 if necessary and / or desired. At least one of the recess 118 and the elastic portion 120 can be omitted from the retaining portion 116 if necessary and / or desired. The retaining portion 116 can be omitted from the cover 114 if necessary and / or desired.

[0157] like Fig.18As shown, the lid pivot axis A2 extends along the pivot axis A1. The lid pivot axis A2 is parallel to the pivot axis A1. However, the lid pivot axis A2 may not be parallel to the pivot axis A1 if needed and / or desired. The lid pivot axis A2 may be inclined relative to the pivot axis A1 if needed and / or desired.

[0158] like Fig.19 and Fig. 20 As shown, the accommodation structure 50 includes a power supply support 130. The power supply support 130 is configured to contact the power supply PS when the power supply PS is in the power supply accommodation space 52. The power supply support 130 is a member separated from the terminal member 70 and is made of a non-conductive material. Fig.19 As shown, the power supply support 130 is configured to contact the first power supply PS1 when the first power supply PS1 is in the first power supply accommodation space 54. Fig. 20 As shown, the power source support 130 is configured to contact the second power source PS2 in a state where the second power source PS2 is in the second power source accommodation space 56 .

[0159] like Fig.19 and Fig. 20 As shown, the power supply support 130 includes a plurality of support portions 132 spaced apart from each other. The plurality of support portions 132 are configured to contact the power supply PS when the power supply PS is in the power supply accommodation space 52. The plurality of support portions 132 are configured to contact the first power supply PS1 when the first power supply PS1 is in the first power supply accommodation space 54. The plurality of support portions 132 are configured to contact the second power supply PS2 when the second power supply PS2 is in the second power supply accommodation space 56.

[0160] like Fig.21 As shown, each of the plurality of support portions 132 includes a first support portion 134 and a second support portion 136. The first support portions 134 are spaced apart from each other. The second support portions 136 are spaced apart from each other. The first support portion 134 is configured to contact the first power supply PS1 when the first power supply PS1 is in the first power supply accommodation space 54. The second support portion 136 is configured to contact the second power supply PS2 when the second power supply PS2 is in the second power supply accommodation space 56.

[0161] like Fig. 22 As shown, the operating device 10 for the human-powered vehicle 2 includes an electrical communication port 140. The electrical communication port 140 is configured to be electrically connected to the connector EC1 of the cable EC. The connector EC1 of the cable EC is detachably connectable to the electrical communication port 140.

[0162] like Figure 8As shown, the electrical communication port 140 is non-movably disposed relative to the base member 12. The electrical communication port 140 is fixed to the receiving structure 50. The electrical communication port 140 is fixed to the receiving base 60. The electrical communication port 140 is fixed to the second receiving base 68.

[0163] The receiving structure 50 includes an attachment hole 50A. The second receiving base 68 of the receiving base 60 includes an attachment hole 50A. The electrical communication port 140 is disposed in the attachment hole 50A. For example, the electrical communication port 140 is press-fitted in the attachment hole 50A. The electrical communication port 140 can be fixed to the receiving structure 50 by a fastener (e.g., a screw) and / or an adhesive structure (e.g., an adhesive).

[0164] The electrical communication port 140 includes an insertion hole 142. The insertion hole 142 extends in a port insertion direction D7. The insertion hole 142 has a port center axis A3. The insertion hole 142 extends along the port center axis A3. The port insertion direction D7 is different from the longitudinal direction D1 (see, for example, Figure 1 ). The port insertion direction D7 is not parallel to the longitudinal direction D1 (see, for example Figure 1 ). The port insertion direction D7 is defined along the pivot axis A1.

[0165] In the present embodiment, the port insertion direction D7 is perpendicular to the longitudinal direction D1. The port insertion direction D7 is parallel to the pivot axis A1. However, the port insertion direction D7 may not be perpendicular to the longitudinal direction D1, if needed and / or desired. The port insertion direction D7 may be parallel to the longitudinal direction D1, if needed and / or desired. The port insertion direction D7 may not be parallel to the pivot axis A1, if needed and / or desired.

[0166] The insertion hole 142 defines an insertion opening 144. The insertion opening 144 faces a reference plane RP that intersects the pivot axis A1. The insertion opening 144 faces toward the reference plane RP. The reference plane RP is defined as being perpendicular to the pivot axis A1. However, the reference plane RP may be tilted relative to the pivot axis A1 if needed and / or desired.

[0167] The base member 12 includes a first side surface 12A and a second side surface 12B disposed on the reverse side of the first side surface 12A. An electrical communication port 140 is disposed in at least one of the first side surface 12A and the second side surface 12B. In the present embodiment, the electrical communication port 140 is disposed in the first side surface 12A. However, the electrical communication port 140 may be disposed in the second side surface 12B or in both the first side surface 12A and the second side surface 12B, if necessary and / or desired.

[0168] The electrical communication port 140 includes a connector body 146 and a connector terminal 148. The connector body 146 includes an insertion hole 142. The connector terminal 148 is disposed in the insertion hole 142. The connector terminal 148 is made of a conductive material. In the present embodiment, the connector body 146 is a component separate from the base member 12. However, the connector body 146 can be integrally provided with the base member 12 as a one-piece monolithic component, if necessary and / or desired.

[0169] like Figure 1 As shown, the electrical communication port 140 is closer to the second end portion 16 than the first end portion 14 in the longitudinal direction D1. The electrical communication port 140 is provided at the second end portion 16. The electrical communication port 140 is closer to the round head portion 20 than the first end portion 14 in the longitudinal direction D1. In the mounted state where the first end portion 14 is coupled to the handlebar 4, when viewed along the pivot axis A1, the electrical communication port 140 is provided above the pivot axis A1.

[0170] like Figure 2 As shown, the electrical communication port 140 is closer to the second end portion 16 than at least one of the cylinder bore 32 and the piston 34. The electrical communication port 140 is closer to the second end portion 16 than at least one of the hydraulic chamber 36 and the reservoir chamber 38. In the present embodiment, the electrical communication port 140 is closer to the second end portion 16 than the hydraulic chamber 36 and the reservoir chamber 38. However, the positional relationship between the electrical communication port 140, the second end portion 16, the hydraulic chamber 36, and the reservoir chamber 38 is not limited to the above relationship.

[0171] When viewed along the pivot axis A1, the electrical communication port 140 is closer to the accommodation structure 50 than the pivot axis A1. When viewed along the pivot axis A1, the electrical communication port 140 is closer to the power accommodation space 52 than the pivot axis A1. However, the positional relationship among the electrical communication port 140, the accommodation structure 50, the power accommodation space 52, and the pivot axis A1 is not limited to the above relationship.

[0172] like Fig.10 As shown, the operating device 10 also includes a circuit system 150. The circuit system 150 is electrically connected to the electrical communication port 140. The circuit system 150 includes a substrate 152 provided to the second end portion 16. The connector terminal 148 is configured to be electrically connected to the circuit system 150. The terminal member 70 is configured to be electrically connected to the circuit system 150. The first terminal 72 and the second terminal 74 are configured to be electrically connected to the circuit system 150. The terminal member 70 is configured to be electrically connected to the substrate 152. The first terminal 72 and the second terminal 74 are configured to be electrically connected to the substrate 152.

[0173] like Fig.23As shown, the operating device 10 further includes a wire 154. The wire 154 is configured to electrically connect the electrical communication port 140 to the substrate 152. In the present embodiment, the wire 154 includes a first wire 156 and a second wire 158. The first wire 156 and the second wire 158 are configured to electrically connect the electrical communication port 140 to the substrate 152. The connector terminal 148 of the electrical communication port 140 is configured to be electrically connected to the substrate 152 via the first wire 156 and the second wire 158.

[0174] The operating device 10 further includes an additional wire 160. The additional wire 160 is configured to electrically connect the terminal member 70 to the substrate 152. In the present embodiment, the additional wire 160 includes a first additional wire 162 and a second additional wire 164. The first additional wire 162 is configured to electrically connect the first terminal 72 to the substrate 152. The second additional wire 164 is configured to electrically connect the second terminal 74 to the substrate 152.

[0175] like Figure 6 and Fig.18 As shown, the electric wire 154 is disposed in the base member 12. The electric wire 154 is disposed in the receiving base 60 of the receiving structure 50. The electric wire 154 is disposed in the second internal space 68A of the second receiving base 68. The first electric wire 156 and the second electric wire 158 are disposed in the base member 12. The first electric wire 156 and the second electric wire 158 are disposed in the receiving base 60 of the receiving structure 50. The first electric wire 156 and the second electric wire 158 are disposed in the second internal space 68A of the second receiving base 68.

[0176] like Fig.24 As shown, the circuit system 150 includes at least one of a communicator, an antenna, a notification unit, and a controller. In the present embodiment, the circuit system 150 includes a communicator 170, an antenna 171, a notification unit 172, and a controller CR. The communicator 170, the antenna 171, the notification unit 172, and the controller CR are electrically mounted on the substrate 152. The communicator 170, the antenna 171, the notification unit 172, and the controller CR are electrically connected to each other via the substrate 152. The switches SW1 and SW2 are electrically connected to the substrate 152. The switch SW1 is configured to receive a user input U1. The switch SW2 is configured to receive a user input U2.

[0177] Communicator 170 is configured to communicate with another device via at least one of a wired communication channel and a wireless communication channel. In the present embodiment, communicator 170 includes a wireless communicator WC1 and a wired communicator WC2. Wireless communicator WC1 is configured to communicate with a wireless communicator of an electrical component BC1 via a wireless communication channel using antenna 171. Wired communicator WC2 is configured to communicate with a wired communicator of an additional electrical component BC2 via a wired communication channel. However, wireless communicator WC1 may be configured to communicate with a wireless communicator of an additional electrical component BC2 via a wireless communication channel using antenna 171, if necessary and / or desired. Wired communicator WC2 may be configured to communicate with a wired communicator of an electrical component BC1 via a wired communication channel, if necessary and / or desired.

[0178] The controller CR is configured to control another device in response to the user input U1, the user input U2 and / or other information. In the present embodiment, the controller CR is configured to control the wired communicator WC2 and the wireless communicator WC1 to transmit the control signal CS1 and / or the control signal CS2 to the electric component BC1. In the present embodiment, the control signal CS1 indicates an upshift of the electric component BC1. The control signal CS2 indicates a downshift of the electric component BC1. However, the user inputs U1, U2 and the control signals CS1, CS2 can be used to operate other components.

[0179] The controller CR includes a processor CR1, a memory CR2, and a system bus CR4. The processor CR1 and the memory CR2 are electrically mounted on the circuit system 150. For example, the processor CR1 includes a central processing unit (CPU) and a memory controller. The processor CR1 is electrically connected to the memory CR2 through the circuit system 150 and the system bus CR4. Each of the wireless communicator WC1 and the wired communicator WC2 is electrically connected to the processor CR1 and the memory CR2 through the circuit system 150 and the system bus CR4.

[0180] The memory CR2 includes a read-only memory (ROM) and a random access memory (RAM). The memory CR2 includes storage areas, each of which has an address in the ROM and the RAM. The processor CR1 is configured to control the memory CR2 to store data in the storage area of ​​the memory CR2 and read data from the storage area of ​​the memory CR2. The memory CR2 (e.g., ROM) stores a program. The program is read into the processor CR1 to execute the configuration and / or algorithm of the communicator 170. The structure and / or configuration are not limited to the above structure and / or configuration.

[0181] The controller CR is configured to detect a connection between the electrical communication port 140 and the cable. The controller CR is configured to control the wired communicator WC2 to communicate with the additional electrical component BC2 if the controller CR detects a connection between the electrical communication port 140 and the cable EC connected to the additional electrical component BC2. In the case where the additional electrical component BC2 includes an additional operating device such as an auxiliary operating device (e.g., an auxiliary switch), the controller CR is configured to control another component, such as the electrical component BC1, based on a control signal transmitted from the additional electrical component BC2 or other components via the cable EC and the electrical communication port 140. In the case where the additional electrical component BC2 includes an operated component, the controller CR is configured to transmit the control signal to the operated component via the electrical communication port 140 and the cable EC.

[0182] In this embodiment, the wired communicator WC2 is configured to communicate with other wired communicators using power line communication (PLC) technology. PLC technology is used to communicate between electrical components. PLC carries data on conductors that are also used for power transmission or power distribution to electrical components. However, the wired communicator WC2 can be configured to communicate with other wired communicators without using PLC.

[0183] The controller CR is configured to update the firmware stored in the memory CR2 via the electrical communication port 140 when a device configured to update the firmware is electrically connected to the electrical communication port 140. Figure 1 ) is at least partially removed from the base member 12 when the cable EC is connected to the electrical communications port 140.

[0184] The notification unit 172 is configured to notify the user of the state of the operating device 10. Examples of the state of the operating device 10 include the communication state of the communicator 170, the remaining power level of the power supply PS, and the pairing state of the communicator 170. Examples of the notification unit 172 include a light emitting device such as a light emitting diode (LED) and a speaker. In the present embodiment, the notification unit 172 is provided to the base member 12. However, the notification unit 172 may be provided in other parts of the operating device 10 if necessary and / or desired. The notification unit 172 may be omitted from the operating device 10 if necessary and / or desired.

[0185] Second embodiment

[0186] The operating device 210 according to the second embodiment will be referred to below. Figures 25 to 30 Description. Except for the receiving structure 50, the operating device 210 has the same structure and / or construction as the operating device 10. Therefore, elements having substantially the same functions as in the first embodiment will be numbered the same herein and will not be described and / or illustrated in detail for the sake of brevity.

[0187] like Fig.25 As shown, the operating device 210 for the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a base member 212 and an operating member 28. The base member 212 includes a housing structure 250. The housing structure 250 is configured to accommodate a power source PS. The housing structure 250 is configured to accommodate a power source PS defining a radial direction D2. The housing structure 250 includes a power source housing space 52, and the power source PS will be inserted into the power source housing space 52 along the radial direction D2 and the insertion direction D4 that is not parallel to the pivot axis A1. The housing structure 250 has a structure that is substantially the same as that of the housing structure 50 of the first embodiment.

[0188] In the present embodiment, the containing structure 250 includes a containing body 259. The containing body 259 includes a containing base 60 and a retaining member 251. The containing structure 250 includes a retaining member 251. The retaining member 251 is a member separated from the containing base 60. The retaining member 251 is configured to be detachably attached to the containing base 60. The retaining member 251 is configured to be disposed in the power supply containing space 52. The retaining member 251 is configured to be inserted into the power supply containing space 52 in the insertion direction D4.

[0189] like Fig.26 and Fig. 27 As shown, the holder 251 defines a first holding space 253 in which the first power source PS1 is to be disposed and a second holding space 255 in which the second power source PS2 is to be disposed. The holder 251 includes a holder body 257, a plurality of first holding portions 262, and a plurality of second holding portions 264. The holder body 257 is disposed between the first holding space 253 and the second holding space 255. The plurality of first holding portions 262 extend from the holder body 257 toward the first holding space 253 to hold the first power source SP1 in the first holding space 253. The plurality of second holding portions 264 extend from the holder body 257 toward the second holding space 255 to hold the second power source SP2 in the second holding space 255.

[0190] like Fig.28 As shown, the receiving structure 250 includes a terminal structure 269. The terminal structure 269 is configured to contact the power source PS when the power source PS is in the power source receiving space 52. The terminal structure 269 includes an intermediate terminal 276. That is, the receiving structure 250 includes the intermediate terminal 276.

[0191] like Fig.29As shown, the intermediate terminal 276 is attached to the holder 251. The intermediate terminal 276 is made of a conductive material. The intermediate terminal 276 is arranged between the first holding space 253 and the second holding space 255. The intermediate terminal 276 is configured to contact the first power supply PS1 and the second power supply PS2 in a state where the first power supply PS1 and the second power supply PS2 are arranged in the first holding space 253 and the second holding space 255. The intermediate terminal 276 is configured to contact the first negative terminal TM12 of the first power supply PS1 and the second positive terminal TM21 of the second power supply PS2 in a state where the first power supply PS1 and the second power supply PS2 are arranged in the first holding space 253 and the second holding space 255.

[0192] like Fig.28 As shown, the intermediate terminal 276 is disposed between the first power source accommodation space 54 and the second power source accommodation space 56. In a state where the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are disposed in the first power source accommodation space 54 and the second power source accommodation space 56, the intermediate terminal 276 is disposed between the first power source accommodation space 54 and the second power source accommodation space 56. In a state where the holder 251 is attached to the accommodation base 60, the intermediate terminal 276 is attached to the accommodation base 60.

[0193] In a state where the holder 251 holds the first power source PS1 in the first holding space 253 and the holder 251 is disposed in the power source accommodating space 52, the first power source PS1 is disposed in the first power source accommodating space 54. In a state where the holder 251 holds the second power source PS2 in the second holding space 255 and the holder 251 is disposed in the power source accommodating space 52, the second power source PS2 is disposed in the second power source accommodating space 56.

[0194] The terminal structure 269 includes a terminal member 70. That is, the housing structure 250 includes a terminal member 70. The terminal member 70 is configured to be attached to the housing base 60. When the power source PS is in the power source housing space 52, the terminal member 70 is configured to contact the power source PS. When the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are respectively arranged in the first holding space 253 and the second holding space 255 and the retaining member 251 is attached to the housing base 60, the terminal member 70 is configured to contact at least one of the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2.

[0195] In a state where the holder 251 is disposed in the power supply accommodating space 52, the first terminal 72 of the terminal member 70 is configured to contact the holding terminal 292. In a state where the holder 251 is disposed in the power supply accommodating space 52, the first terminal 72 is configured to be electrically connected to the first positive terminal TM11 of the first power supply PS1 through the holding terminal 292. In a state where the holder 251 holds the second power supply PS2 in the second holding space 255 and the holder 251 is disposed in the power supply accommodating space 52, the second terminal 74 is configured to contact the second negative terminal TM22 of the second power supply PS2.

[0196] like Fig.29 As shown, the intermediate terminal 276 includes a biasing member 280. The biasing member 280 is configured to contact at least one of the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2. The first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are disposed in the first power source accommodation space 54 (see, for example, Fig.28 ) and a second power supply accommodation space 56 (see, for example, Fig.28 ), the biasing member 280 is configured to bias at least one of the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 so that the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are separated from each other.

[0197] In the present embodiment, the biasing member 280 includes a first biasing member 282 and a second biasing member 284. In a state where the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are disposed in the first power source accommodation space 54 and the second power source accommodation space 56, the first biasing member 282 is configured to bias the first power source PS1 away from the second power source PS2. In a state where the first power source PS1 and the second power source PS2 are disposed in the first power source accommodation space 54 and the second power source accommodation space 56, the second biasing member 284 is configured to bias the second power source PS2 away from the first power source PS1.

[0198] like Fig.30 As shown, the biasing member 280 includes a plurality of first biasing members 282. The second biasing member 284 is disposed between the plurality of first biasing members 282. The plurality of first biasing members 282 extend away from each other from the second biasing members 284. However, the positional relationship between the first biasing member 282 and the second biasing member 284 is not limited to the above relationship. The total number of the first biasing members 282 is not limited to two. The total number of the second biasing members 284 is not limited to one. At least one of the first biasing member 282 and the second biasing member 284 can be omitted from the intermediate terminal 276 if necessary and / or desired. The biasing member 280 can be omitted from the intermediate terminal 276.

[0199] The intermediate terminal 276 includes an intermediate base 286. The intermediate base 286 is fixed to the retaining member 251. The second biasing member 284 is coupled to the intermediate base 286 so as to be elastically deformable. The first biasing member 282 is coupled to the second biasing member 284 so as to be elastically deformable. In the present embodiment, the biasing member 280 is integrally provided with the intermediate base 286 as a one-piece single member. However, the biasing member 280 can be a member separated from the intermediate base 286, if necessary and / or desired.

[0200] like Fig.30 As shown, the first biasing member 282 includes a first contact 288 configured to contact the first power source PS1 when the first power source PS1 is in the first power source accommodation space 54. The first contact 288 includes a first curved member 88A configured to contact the first power source PS1. The first biasing member 282 includes a first biasing body 290. The first biasing body 290 extends from the intermediate base 286. The first contact 288 is disposed at a longitudinal end of the first biasing body 290. The shape of the first biasing member 282 is not limited to Fig.30 The shape shown in the figure.

[0201] The second biasing member 284 includes a second contact 291 configured to contact the second power supply PS2 when the second power supply PS2 is in the second power supply accommodation space 56. The second contact 291 is spaced apart from the first contact 288. The second contact 291 includes a second curved member 92A configured to contact the second power supply PS2. The second biasing member 284 includes a second biasing body 294. The second biasing body 294 extends from the intermediate base 286. The second contact 291 is disposed at a longitudinal end of the second biasing body 294. The shape of the second biasing member 284 is not limited to Fig.30 The shape shown in the figure.

[0202] like Fig.26 As shown, the terminal structure 269 includes a retainer terminal 263. The retainer terminal 263 is attached to the retainer 251. Fig.29 As shown, the holder terminal 263 is configured to contact the first power supply PS1 when the first power supply PS1 is held in the first holding space 253. The holder terminal 263 is configured to contact the first positive terminal TM11 of the first power supply PS1 when the first power supply PS1 is held in the first holding space 253.

[0203] like Fig.30 As shown, the holder terminal 263 includes a terminal base 263A and a plurality of biasing portions 263B. The biasing portions 263B are configured to contact the first power source PS1. The biasing portions 263B are coupled to the terminal base 263A so as to be elastically deformable. The shape of the holder terminal 263 is not limited to Fig.30 The shape shown in the figure.

[0204] like Fig.30 As shown, the accommodating body 259 includes an attachment opening 265. The terminal structure 269 includes a fixing portion 267. The fixing portion 267 is configured to be arranged in the attachment opening 265 to fix the terminal structure 269 to the accommodating body 259. In the present embodiment, the attachment opening 265 includes a plurality of openings 265A, 265B, 265C, 265D, 265E and 265F. The fixing portion 267 includes a plurality of fixing portions 267A, 267B, 267C, 267D, 267E and 267F configured to be in the plurality of openings 265A, 265B, 265C, 265D, 265E and 265F. The retaining member 251 of the accommodating body 259 includes the attachment opening 265. The retaining member 251 of the accommodating body 259 includes a plurality of openings 265A, 265B, 265C, 265D, 265E and 265F. The intermediate terminal 276 of the terminal structure 269 includes a plurality of fixing portions 267A, 267B, 267C, 267D and 267E. The plurality of fixing portions 267A, 267B, 267C, 267D and 267E protrude from the intermediate base 286. The retainer terminal 263 includes a fixing portion 267F. The terminal base 263A includes a fixing portion 267F and extends from a plurality of biasing portions 263B.

[0205] The fixing portion 267A is configured to be disposed in the opening 265A to fix the intermediate terminal 276 of the terminal structure 269 to the holder 251 of the receiving body 259. The fixing portion 267A extends through the opening 265A to fix the intermediate terminal 276 to the holder 251.

[0206] The fixing portion 267B is configured to be disposed in the opening 265B to fix the intermediate terminal 276 of the terminal structure 269 to the holder 251 of the receiving body 259. The fixing portion 267B extends through the opening 265B to fix the intermediate terminal 276 to the holder 251.

[0207] The fixing portion 267C is configured to be disposed in the opening 265C to fix the intermediate terminal 276 of the terminal structure 269 to the holder 251 of the receiving body 259. The fixing portion 267C extends through the opening 265C to fix the intermediate terminal 276 to the holder 251.

[0208] The fixing portion 267D is configured to be disposed in the opening 265D to fix the intermediate terminal 276 of the terminal structure 269 to the holder 251 of the receiving body 259. The fixing portion 267D extends through the opening 265D to fix the intermediate terminal 276 to the holder 251.

[0209] The fixing portion 267E is configured to be disposed in the opening 265E to fix the intermediate terminal 276 of the terminal structure 269 to the holder 251 of the receiving body 259. The fixing portion 267E extends through the opening 265E to fix the intermediate terminal 276 to the holder 251.

[0210] The fixing portion 267F is configured to be disposed in the opening 265F to fix the holder terminal 263 of the terminal structure 269 to the holder 251 of the accommodation body 259. The fixing portion 267F extends through the opening 265F to fix the holder terminal 263 to the holder 251.

[0211] First variant

[0212] The retaining member 251 and the intermediate terminal 276 of the second embodiment can be used Figure 31 to Figure 34 The holder 351 and the intermediate terminal 376 shown in the figure are replaced. The holder 351 has a structure substantially the same as that of the holder 251 of the second embodiment. The intermediate terminal 376 has a structure substantially the same as that of the intermediate terminal 276 of the second embodiment. Fig.31 and Fig.32 As shown, the holder 351 defines a first holding space 253 in which the first power source PS1 is to be disposed and a second holding space 255 in which the second power source PS2 is to be disposed. The holder 351 includes a holder body 257 , a plurality of first holding portions 262 , and a plurality of second holding portions 264 .

[0213] like Fig.33 As shown, the intermediate terminal 376 is attached to the holder 351. The intermediate terminal 376 is made of a conductive material. The intermediate terminal 376 is arranged between the first holding space 253 and the second holding space 255. The intermediate terminal 376 is configured to contact the first power supply PS1 and the second power supply PS2 in a state where the first power supply PS1 and the second power supply PS2 are arranged in the first holding space 253 and the second holding space 255. The intermediate terminal 376 is configured to contact the first negative terminal TM12 of the first power supply PS1 and the second positive terminal TM21 of the second power supply PS2 in a state where the first power supply PS1 and the second power supply PS2 are arranged in the first holding space 253 and the second holding space 255.

[0214] like Fig.34 As shown, the intermediate terminal 376 includes a biasing member 280. The biasing member 280 of the intermediate terminal 376 includes a plurality of first biasing members 282 and an intermediate base 286. The intermediate base 286 is fixed to the holder 351. The first biasing member 282 is coupled to the intermediate base 286 so as to be elastically deformable.

[0215] The retaining member 351 of the accommodating body 259 includes an attachment opening 365. The intermediate terminal 376 of the terminal structure 269 includes a fixing portion 367. The fixing portion 367 is configured to be arranged in the attachment opening 365 to fix the terminal structure 269 to the accommodating body 259. In the present embodiment, the attachment opening 365 includes a plurality of openings 365A, 365B, 365C and 265F. The fixing portion 367 includes a plurality of fixing portions 367A, 367B, 367C and 267F configured to be in the plurality of openings 365A, 365B, 365C and 265F. The retaining member 351 of the accommodating body 259 includes an attachment opening 365. The retaining member 351 of the accommodating body 259 includes a plurality of openings 365A, 365B, 365C and 265F. The intermediate terminal 376 of the terminal structure 269 includes a plurality of fixing portions 367A, 367B and 367C. A plurality of fixing portions 367A, 367B, and 367C protrude from the intermediate base 286. The holder terminal 263 includes a fixing portion 367F. The terminal base 263A includes the fixing portion 367F and extends from the plurality of biasing portions 263B.

[0216] The fixing portion 367A is configured to be disposed in the opening 365A to fix the intermediate terminal 376 of the terminal structure 269 to the retaining member 351 of the accommodating body 259. The fixing portion 367A extends through the opening 365A to fix the intermediate terminal 376 to the retaining member 351. The retaining member 351 of the accommodating body 259 includes a receiving portion 351A. The fixing portion 367 is bent to hold the receiving portion 351A. The fixing portion 367A is bent to hold the receiving portion 351A.

[0217] The fixing portion 367B is configured to be disposed in the opening 365B to fix the intermediate terminal 376 of the terminal structure 269 to the retaining member 351 of the accommodating body 259. The fixing portion 367B extends through the opening 365B to fix the intermediate terminal 376 to the retaining member 351. The retaining member 351 of the accommodating body 259 includes a receiving portion 351B. The fixing portion 367 is bent to hold the receiving portion 351B. The fixing portion 367B is bent to hold the receiving portion 351B.

[0218] The fixing portion 367C is configured to be disposed in the opening 365C to fix the intermediate terminal 376 of the terminal structure 269 to the retaining member 351 of the accommodating body 259. The fixing portion 367C extends through the opening 365C to fix the intermediate terminal 376 to the retaining member 351. The retaining member 351 of the accommodating body 259 includes a receiving portion 351C. The fixing portion 367 is bent to hold the receiving portion 351C. The fixing portion 367C is bent to hold the receiving portion 351C.

[0219] The fixing portion 267F is configured to be disposed in the opening 265F to fix the holder terminal 263 of the terminal structure 269 to the holder 351 of the accommodation body 259. The fixing portion 267F extends through the opening 265F to fix the holder terminal 263 to the holder 351.

[0220] The fixing portion 367B includes a contact 367B1 configured to contact the second power source PS2 in a state where the second power source PS2 is disposed in the second holding space 255 (see, for example, Fig.33 The fixing portion 367C includes a contact 367C1 configured to contact the second power source PS2 in a state where the second power source PS2 is disposed in the second holding space 255 .

[0221] Second variant

[0222] like Fig.35 As shown, at least one of the switches SW1 and SW2 may have a replaceable button. The switch SW1 includes a switch circuit SW11 and a button SW12. The button SW12 is movably attached to the operating member 28 so as to be pressed by the user. The switch circuit SW11 is configured to be turned on in response to the movement of the button SW12. Similarly, the switch SW2 includes a switch circuit SW21 and a button SW22. The button SW22 is movably attached to the operating member 28 so as to be pressed by the user. The switch circuit SW21 is configured to be turned on in response to the movement of the button SW22.

[0223] like Fig.36 As shown, the button SW12 includes a button base SW13 and a button body SW14. The button base SW13 is configured to contact the switch circuit SW11. The button base SW13 is movable relative to the operating member 28. The button body SW14 is detachably attached to the button base SW13. The protrusion SW15 of the button body SW14 is press-fit into the hole SW16 of the button base SW13. The button body SW14 is configured to be replaceable by an additional button body SW17. The additional button body SW17 has a structure different from that of the button body SW14. For example, the additional button body SW17 has a shape and / or size different from that of the button body SW14. The additional button body SW17 may be made of a material different from that of the button body SW14.

[0224] Please note that the operating member 28 may be omitted from the operating device 10 and / or 210 of the first and / or second embodiments and first and / or second variations thereof, if needed and / or desired.

[0225] In this application, the term "include" and its derivatives as used herein are intended to be open terms, which indicate the presence of the described features, elements, components, groups, wholes and / or steps, but do not exclude the presence of other undescribed features, elements, components, groups, wholes and / or steps. This concept also applies to words with similar meanings, for example, the terms "have", "include" and their derivatives.

[0226] The terms “member,” “section,” “portion,” “portion,” “element,” “body,” and “structure” when used in the singular can have the dual meaning of a single part or a plurality of parts.

[0227] Ordinal numbers such as “first” and “second” recorded in the present application are only for identification and do not have any other meanings, such as a specific order, etc. Moreover, for example, the term “first element” itself does not mean the existence of the “second element”, and the term “second element” itself does not mean the existence of the “first element”.

[0228] The term “a pair” as used herein may encompass a configuration in which a pair of elements have shapes or structures different from each other, in addition to a configuration in which a pair of elements have the same shape or structure as each other.

[0229] The terms "a" or "an", "one or more" and "at least one" are used interchangeably herein.

[0230] Finally, terms of degree as used herein, such as "substantially", "approximately" and "approximately" represent a reasonable amount of deviation of the modified term so that the end result is not significantly changed. All numerical values ​​described in this application can be interpreted to include terms such as "substantially", "approximately" and "approximately".

[0231] Obviously, numerous modifications and variations of the present invention are possible in light of the above teachings. It is therefore to be understood that within the scope of the appended claims, the invention may be practiced otherwise than as specifically described herein.

Claims

1. An operating device for a human-driven vehicle, comprising: A base member extending in a longitudinal direction and comprising a first end portion configured to be coupled to a handlebar, and a second end portion, opposite to the first end portion in the longitudinal direction; an electrical communication port configured to be electrically and detachably connected to a connector of a cable, the electrical communication port being closer to the second end portion than the first end portion in the longitudinal direction; as well as Circuitry is electrically connected to the electrical communication port, the circuitry comprising a wireless communicator configured to communicate with a wireless communicator of an electrical component via a wireless communication channel using an antenna.

2. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein The electrical communications port is disposed at the second end portion.

3. An operating device for a human-driven vehicle, comprising: A base member extending in a longitudinal direction and comprising a first end portion configured to be coupled to a handlebar, and a second end portion, opposite to the first end portion in the longitudinal direction; a hydraulic unit including a cylinder bore and a piston movably disposed in the cylinder bore; an electrical communication port configured to be electrically and removably connected to a connector of an electrical cable, the electrical communication port being closer to the second end portion than at least one of the cylinder bore and the piston; as well as Circuitry is electrically connected to the electrical communication port, the circuitry comprising a wireless communicator configured to communicate with a wireless communicator of an electrical component via a wireless communication channel using an antenna.

4. The operating device according to claim 3, wherein The hydraulic unit comprises a hydraulic chamber defined by the cylinder bore and the piston, and a fluid storage chamber configured to communicate with the hydraulic chamber, and The electrical communication port is closer to the second end portion than at least one of the hydraulic chamber and the reservoir chamber.

5. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein The electrical communication port includes an insertion hole extending in a port insertion direction, and The port insertion direction is different from the longitudinal direction.

6. An operating device for a human-driven vehicle, comprising: A base member extending in a longitudinal direction and comprising a first end portion configured to be coupled to a handlebar, a second end portion, opposite to the first end portion in the longitudinal direction; as well as An electrical communication port configured to be electrically connected to a connector of a cable, the electrical communication port including an insertion hole extending in a port insertion direction different from the longitudinal direction, the electrical communication port being non-movably disposed relative to the base member.

7. The operating device according to claim 5, wherein The port insertion direction is non-parallel to the longitudinal direction.

8. The operating device according to claim 5, wherein The port insertion direction is perpendicular to the longitudinal direction.

9. An operating device for a human-driven vehicle, comprising: A base member extending in a longitudinal direction and comprising a first end portion configured to be coupled to a handlebar, and a second end portion, opposite to the first end portion in the longitudinal direction; an operating member pivotally coupled to the base member about a pivot axis; as well as An electrical communication port configured to be electrically connected to a connector of an electric cable includes an insertion hole defining an insertion opening, the insertion opening facing a reference plane intersecting the pivot axis.

10. The operating device according to claim 1, further comprising an operating member pivotally coupled to the base member about a pivot axis, wherein In a mounted state in which the first end portion is coupled to the handlebar, the electrical communication port is disposed above the pivot axis when viewed along the pivot axis.

11. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein The base member includes a first side surface and a second side surface provided on an opposite side of the first side surface, and The electrical communication port is disposed in at least one of the first side surface and the second side surface.

12. The operating device according to claim 1, further comprising an operating member pivotally coupled to the base member about a pivot axis, wherein The base member includes a receiving structure configured to receive a power source, and When viewed along the pivot axis, the electrical communications port is closer to the receiving structure than the pivot axis.

13. The operating device according to claim 12, wherein The housing structure includes a power supply housing space in which the power supply is to be disposed, and When viewed along the pivot axis, the electrical communication port is closer to the power supply accommodation space than the pivot axis.

14. The operating device according to claim 6, further comprising A circuit system is electrically connected to the electrical communication port.

15. The operating device according to claim 1 or 14, wherein The circuit system includes a substrate disposed to the second end portion.

16. The operating device according to claim 15, further comprising an electrical wire configured to electrically connect the electrical communication port to the substrate, wherein The electric wires are disposed in the base member.

17. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein The second end portion includes a rounded portion, and The electrical communication port is closer to the round head portion than the first end portion in the longitudinal direction.

18. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein The base member includes a grip portion disposed between the first end portion and the second end portion in the longitudinal direction.

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