Operating device for human-powered vehicles

Abstract

An operating device includes a base member and an operating member. The base member includes a base body and a round head. The base body includes a first main body surface, which extends along a first surface reference line as observed along the pivot axis. The round head includes a second main body surface, which extends along a second surface reference line as observed along the pivot axis. As observed along the pivot axis, the first surface reference line and the second surface reference line intersect at an intersection. The operating member includes a first concave surface and a second concave surface. The first concave surface is arranged between the proximal end and the distal end. The second concave surface has a bottom point. A distance is defined between the bottom point and the intersection point. The distance ranges from 60 mm to 70 mm in a stationary state.

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 for operating a member. The operating unit includes a base portion and an operating portion movably connected to the base portion. The operating portion is configured to be operated by a user's hand. The operability of the operating portion is preferably improved. Summary of the invention

[0003] According to a first aspect of the present invention, an operating device for a human-powered vehicle comprises a base member and an operating member. The operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a pivot axis. The operating member is pivotable relative to the base member between a static position and an operating position. The operating member comprises a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is closer to the pivot axis than the distal end. The base member comprises a base and a round head. The base comprises a first body surface on which the user's hand will be placed when the operating member is operated by a user. The first body surface extends along a first surface reference line as viewed along the pivot axis. The round head comprises a second body surface, which extends along a second surface reference line as viewed along the pivot axis. The first surface reference line and the second surface reference line intersect at an intersection as viewed along the pivot axis. The operating member comprises a first surface, a second surface, and a transition surface disposed between the first surface and the second surface in an axial direction defined along the pivot axis. When the operating member is operated by the user, the transition surface is contactable with at least one finger of the user. The operating member comprises a first concave surface and a second concave surface. The first concave surface is arranged between the distal end and the proximal end. The first concave surface is arranged to face away from the base member as viewed along the pivot axis in a static state when the operating member is in a static position. The second concave surface is arranged between the first concave surface and the distal end. The second concave surface is arranged to face away from the base member as viewed along the pivot axis in a static state. The second concave surface has a bottom point. A distance is defined between the bottom point and the intersection point. The distance ranges from 60 mm to 70 mm in a static state.

[0004] With the operating device according to the first aspect, the distance in the range from 60 mm to 70 mm in the stationary state can improve the operability of the operating member.

[0005] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the first aspect is configured so that the operating member has a width defined from the first surface to the second surface in the axial direction. The width ranges from 18mm to 22mm. In a stationary state in which the operating member is in a stationary position, as observed along the pivot axis, the width is defined in a band-shaped area. The band-shaped area is defined as extending through the intersection and the transition surface when observed along the axis in a stationary state.

[0006] With the operating device according to the second aspect, the width ranging from 18 mm to 22 mm can reliably improve the operability of the operating member.

[0007] According to a third aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the second aspect is configured so that the band-shaped area is inclined at an inclination angle relative to the first surface reference line as viewed along the pivot axis. The inclination angle ranges from 118 degrees to 138 degrees. As viewed along the pivot axis, the band-shaped area has an area width. The area width ranges from 12 mm to 22 mm.

[0008] With the operating device according to the third aspect, the inclination angle and the width of the strip-shaped area can set the transition surface of the operating member at a position where at least one finger contacts the operating member when the operating member is operated by the user. Therefore, the operability of the operating member can be reliably improved.

[0009] According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the second or third aspect is configured so that when the operating member is operated by the user, the transition surface is contactable with the middle finger of the user.

[0010] With the operating device according to the fourth aspect, the operating member can be operated by the middle finger of the user.

[0011] According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the fourth aspect is configured so that the transition surface includes a first contact point, and when the operating member is operated by the user, the first contact point can contact the middle finger of the user. The width of the operating member includes a first width defined in a first cross section intercepted at the first contact point. The range of the first width is 18mm to 22mm.

[0012] With the operating device according to the fifth aspect, the operating member can be reliably operated by the middle finger of the user.

[0013] According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the fifth aspect is configured so that the operating member includes a first profile defined in a first cross section. The first profile includes a first curve and a first additional curve. The first curve includes a first axial outer end farthest from the first additional curve in an axial direction defined along the pivot axis. The first additional curve includes a first additional axial outer end farthest from the first curve in the axial direction. The first width is defined in the axial direction between the first axial outer end of the first curve and the first additional axial outer end of the first additional curve.

[0014] With the operation device according to the sixth aspect, the operation member can be operated more reliably by the middle finger of the user.

[0015] According to a seventh aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the third to sixth aspects is constructed so that, as viewed along the pivot axis, the band-shaped area is defined between the first reference line and the second reference line. As viewed along the pivot axis, the area width is defined between the first reference line and the second reference line. As viewed along the pivot axis, the first reference line is parallel to the second reference line. In a stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis, the first reference line extends through the first contact point. As viewed along the pivot axis, the first reference line and the second reference line are inclined relative to the first surface reference line at an inclination angle.

[0016] With the operating device according to the seventh aspect, when the user operates the operating member, the transition surface of the operating member can be reliably provided at a position where at least one finger contacts the operating member.

[0017] According to an eighth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the fifth to seventh aspects is configured so that the transition surface includes a second contact point that is contactable with an index finger of a user when the operating member is operated by the user. In a stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis, the second reference line extends through the intersection point and the second contact point.

[0018] With the operating device according to the eighth aspect, the operating member can be reliably operated by the index finger of the user.

[0019] According to a ninth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the eighth aspect is configured so that the transition surface includes a recess provided between the first contact point and the second contact point as viewed along the pivot axis.

[0020] With the operating device according to the ninth aspect, the operating member can be reliably operated by the index finger of the user.

[0021] According to a tenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the eighth or ninth aspect is configured so that a first tangent is defined as being tangent to the transition surface at a first contact point as viewed along the pivot axis. A second tangent is defined as being tangent to the transition surface at a second contact point as viewed along the pivot axis. As viewed along the pivot axis, the first tangent and the second tangent intersect at an intermediate angle as viewed along the pivot axis. The intermediate angle ranges from 145 degrees to 165 degrees.

[0022] With the operating device according to the tenth aspect, the intermediate angle enables the transition surface to accommodate at least one finger of the user.

[0023] According to an eleventh aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the eighth to tenth aspects is constructed so that the band-shaped area is defined between the first reference line and the second reference line as viewed along the pivot axis. The area width is defined between the first reference line and the second reference line as viewed along the pivot axis. The first reference line is parallel to the second reference line as viewed along the pivot axis. In a stationary state, the first reference line extends through the first contact point as viewed along the pivot axis. The contact point reference line is defined as extending through the first contact point and the second contact point as viewed along the pivot axis. In a stationary state, the contact point reference line intersects with the first reference line at an intersection angle as viewed along the pivot axis. The intersection angle ranges from 55 degrees to 65 degrees.

[0024] With the operating device according to the eleventh aspect, the intersection angle can reliably improve the operability of the operating member.

[0025] According to the twelfth aspect of the present invention, an operating device for a human-powered vehicle comprises a base member and an operating member. The operating member is pivotally connected to the base member about a pivot axis. The operating member is pivotable relative to the base member between a static position and an operating position. The base member comprises a first main body surface on which the user's hand will be placed when the operating member is operated by the user. As observed along the pivot axis, the first main body surface extends along a first surface reference line. The operating member comprises a first surface, a second surface, and a transition surface arranged between the first surface and the second surface in an axial direction defined along the pivot axis. When the operating member is operated by the user, the transition surface is contactable with at least one finger of the user. The transition surface comprises a first contact point, which can contact with the middle finger of the user when the operating member is operated by the user. As observed along the pivot axis, the first reference line is inclined at an inclination angle relative to the first surface reference line. The inclination angle ranges from 118 degrees to 138 degrees. In a static state, as observed along the pivot axis, the first reference line extends through the first contact point. In the static state, as viewed along the pivot axis, an additional reference line is defined as extending through the pivot axis and the first contact point. In the static state, as viewed along the pivot axis, a reference angle is defined between the first reference line and the additional reference line. The reference angle ranges from 24 degrees to 45 degrees.

[0026] With the operating device according to the twelfth aspect, the reference angle ranging from 24 degrees to 45 degrees can improve the operability of the operating member.

[0027] According to the thirteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the twelfth aspect is constructed as a base member including a base body and a round head. The base body includes a first main body surface. The round head includes a second main body surface, and the second main body surface extends along a second surface reference line as observed along the pivot axis. As observed along the pivot axis, the first surface reference line and the second surface reference line intersect at an intersection. The transition surface includes a second contact point, which is contactable with the user's index finger when the operating member is operated by the user. As observed along the pivot axis, the first surface reference line and the second surface reference line intersect at an intersection. As observed along the pivot axis, the first reference line is parallel to the second reference line. In a stationary state, as observed along the pivot axis, the second reference line extends through the intersection and the second contact point.

[0028] With the operation device according to the thirteenth aspect, the operation member can be operated by the middle finger and the index finger of the user.

[0029] According to a fourteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the thirteenth aspect is configured so that, as viewed along the pivot axis, a band-shaped area is defined between the first reference line and the second reference line. As viewed along the pivot axis, the band-shaped area has an area width defined between the first reference line and the second reference line. The area width ranges from 12 mm to 22 mm.

[0030] With the operating device according to the fourteenth aspect, the operating member can be reliably operated by the middle finger and the index finger of the user.

[0031] According to a fifteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to eleventh, thirteenth and fourteenth aspects is configured so that the round head portion extends from the base body away from the pivot axis.

[0032] With the operating device according to the fifteenth aspect, the round head portion enables the user's hand to be positioned on the base member.

[0033] According to a sixteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to eleventh and thirteenth and fifteenth aspects is configured so that the base includes a first end and a second end and an extension between the first end and the second end in a longitudinal direction. The first section is configured to be coupled to a handlebar of a human-powered vehicle. The round head extends from the second end away from the pivot axis.

[0034] With the operating device according to the sixteenth aspect, the pommel portion can reliably position the user's hand on the base member.

[0035] According to the seventeenth aspect of the present invention, an operating device for a human-powered vehicle includes a base member and an operating member. The operating member is pivotally connected to the base member around a pivot axis. The operating member is pivotable relative to the base member between a static position and an operating position. The operating member includes a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is closer to the pivot axis than the distal end. The operating member includes a first concave surface and a second concave surface. The first concave surface is arranged between the distal end and the proximal end. The first concave surface is arranged to face away from the base member as viewed along the pivot axis in a static state in which the operating member is in a static position. As viewed along the pivot axis, a first distance is defined between the first concave surface and a reference line extending from the proximal end to the distal end. The range of the first distance is from 11mm to 19mm. The second concave surface is arranged between the first concave surface and the distal end. The second concave surface is arranged to face away from the base member as viewed along the pivot axis in a static state. A second distance is defined between the second concave surface and the reference line. The range of the second distance is from 11mm to 19mm.

[0036] With the operating device according to the seventeenth aspect, the second distance ranges from 11 mm to 19 mm, which can improve the operability of the operating member.

[0037] According to an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the seventeenth aspect is configured so that the second distance is different from the first distance.

[0038] With the operating device according to the eighteenth aspect, the flexibility in designing the operating member can be improved.

[0039] According to a nineteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the eighteenth aspect is configured so that the second distance is longer than the first distance.

[0040] With the operating device according to the nineteenth aspect, the second distance can reliably improve the operability of the operating member.

[0041] According to the twentieth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the seventeenth to nineteenth aspects is configured such that in a stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis, at least one of the first concave surface and the second concave surface is at least partially disposed between the base member and the reference line.

[0042] With the operating device according to the twentieth aspect, the operability of the operating member can be improved more reliably.

[0043] According to a twenty-first aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the seventeenth to twentieth aspects is configured so that the operating member includes a convex portion defined by the first concave surface and the second concave surface.

[0044] With the operating device according to the twenty-first aspect, the convex portion enables the user to recognize the positions of the first concave surface and the second concave surface.

[0045] According to a twenty-second aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the twenty-first aspect is configured so that the convex portion is at least partially disposed between the base member and the reference line as viewed along the pivot axis in a stationary state.

[0046] With the operating device according to the twenty-second aspect, the operability of the operating member can be improved more reliably.

[0047] According to a twenty-third aspect of the present invention, the operation device according to any one of the seventeenth to twenty-second aspects is configured so that a first length defined between the proximal end and the convex portion is shorter than a second length defined between the distal end and the convex portion.

[0048] With the operating device according to the twenty-third aspect, the operability of the operating member can be improved more reliably.

[0049] According to a twenty-fourth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to twenty-third aspects is configured so that in a stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis, the bottom point is disposed on a line extending through the intersection point and the pivot axis.

[0050] With the operating device according to the twenty-fourth aspect, the operating device can be miniaturized. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0051] A more complete understanding of the present invention and many of its attendant advantages will be readily obtained, while becoming better appreciated, by referring to the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0052] Figure 1 is a side elevational view of an operating device for a human-powered vehicle according to a first embodiment;

[0053] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A front view of the operating device shown;

[0054] Figure 3 is along Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line III-III;

[0055] Figure 4 is along Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line IV-IV;

[0056] Figure 5 yes Figure 1 A partial elevation view of the operating device shown;

[0057] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 A partial elevation view of the operating device shown;

[0058] Figure 7 is a side elevational view of an operating device for a human-powered vehicle according to a second embodiment;

[0059] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 A front view of the operating device shown;

[0060] Fig. 9 is along Figure 7 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line IX-IX;

[0061] Fig.10 is along Figure 7 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line X-X;

[0062] Fig.11 yes Figure 7 A partial elevation view of the operating device shown;

[0063] Fig.12 yes Figure 7 A partial elevation view of the operating device shown;

[0064] Fig.13 is a partial elevational view of an operating device according to a modified example of the first embodiment;

[0065] Fig.14 It is a partial elevation view of an operating device according to a modified example of the first embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0066] Embodiments will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals designate corresponding or identical elements throughout the various views.

[0067] First embodiment

[0068] like Figure 1 As shown, the operating device 10 for the human-powered vehicle 2 is configured to be mounted to the tubular portion 2A of the human-powered vehicle 2. The operating device 10 is configured to be mounted to the handlebar 2B of the tubular portion 2A of the human-powered vehicle 2. The operating device 10 is configured to be connected to an operated device 4 such as a brake device. In the present embodiment, the operating device 10 is configured to be connected to the operated device 4 via a mechanical cable 6 such as a Bowden cable. However, the operating device 10 may be configured to be connected to the operated device 4 via other components such as hydraulic hoses and cables. The operated device 4 may include a hydraulic unit and / or electronic components operated using the operating device 10. Examples of the operated device 4 may include a brake device, a gear shifting device, an adjustable seat tube, a suspension, a drive unit, and an anti-lock braking system.

[0069] In the present application, a human-powered vehicle is a vehicle that is powered by at least the human power of a user (i.e., a rider) riding the human-powered vehicle. Human-powered vehicles include various bicycles, such as mountain bikes, road bikes, city bikes, trucks, carts, and recumbent bikes. In addition, human-powered vehicles include electric bicycles (E-bikes). Electric bicycles include electric power-assisted bicycles, which are constructed to use electric motors to assist in propelling the vehicle. However, the total number of wheels of a human-powered vehicle is not limited to two. For example, a human-powered vehicle includes a vehicle with one wheel or three or more wheels. In particular, a human-powered vehicle does not include a vehicle that uses only an internal combustion engine as power. In general, light road vehicles, including vehicles that do not require a public road driving license, are identified as human-powered vehicles.

[0070] In the present embodiment, the operating device 10 is a left-hand operating device configured to be operated by the user's left hand. However, if necessary and / or desired, the operating device 10 may be a right-hand operating device configured to be operated by the user's right hand.

[0071] In this application, the following directional terms "front", "rear", "forward", "backward", "left", "right", "lateral", "upward", "downward" and any other similar directional terms refer to those directions determined based on the standard position of a user in a human-powered vehicle 2 (e.g., on a saddle or seat) and facing the handlebar 2B or the steering device (e.g., a rider). Therefore, these terms used to describe the operating device 10 should be understood relative to a human-powered vehicle 2 equipped with the operating device 10 used in an upright riding position on a horizontal surface.

[0072] The operating device 10 for the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a base member 12 and an operating member 14. The base member 12 is configured to be coupled to the tubular portion 2A of the human-powered vehicle 2. The operating member 14 is pivotably coupled to the base member 12 about a pivot axis A1. The operating member 14 is pivotable relative to the base member 12 between a rest position P1 and an operating position P2.

[0073] In the present application, the term "rest position" used herein refers to a position where a movable part such as the operating member 14 remains stationary in a state where the user does not operate the movable part. The term "operated position" used herein refers to a position where the user has operated the movable part to perform an operation such as a component of the operated device 4.

[0074] The base member 12 includes a base 16 and a round head 18. The round head 18 extends from the base 16 away from the pivot axis A1. The base 16 includes a first end 16A and a second end 16B, and extends between the first end 16A and the second end 16B in the longitudinal direction D1. The first end 16A is configured to be coupled to the handlebar 2B of the human-powered vehicle 2. The round head 18 extends from the second end 16B away from the pivot axis A1. The operating member 14 is pivotally coupled to the second end 16B of the base 16 about the pivot axis A1.

[0075] The operating device 10 includes a mounting structure 20. The mounting structure 20 is configured to couple the base member 12 to the tubular portion 2A of the human-powered vehicle 2. For example, the mounting structure 20 includes a mounting clamp 22. The mounting structure 20 is coupled to the first end 16A of the base 16.

[0076] The base member 12 includes a first main body surface 24 on which the user's hand H will be placed when the operating member 14 is operated by the user. The base 16 includes a first main body surface 24 on which the user's hand H will be placed when the operating member 14 is operated by the user. The first main body surface 24 extends along a first surface reference line RL1 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The first surface reference line RL1 is defined along the longitudinal direction D1 as viewed along the pivot axis A1.

[0077] The base member 12 includes a second main body surface 26 extending along a second surface reference line RL2 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The second surface reference line RL2 is defined as being inclined relative to the longitudinal direction D1 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The round head 18 includes a second main body surface 26 extending along the second surface reference line RL2 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The first surface reference line RL1 intersects the second surface reference line RL2 at an intersection point PT1 as viewed along the pivot axis A1.

[0078] The operating member 14 includes a proximal end 14A and a distal end 14B. The proximal end 14A is closer to the pivot axis A1 than the distal end 14B. The operating member 14 extends from the proximal end 14A to the distal end 14B.

[0079] The operating member 14 includes a first concave surface 28 and a second concave surface 30. The first concave surface 28 is disposed between the proximal end 14A and the distal end 14B. The first concave surface 28 is disposed to face away from the base member 12 as viewed along the pivot axis A1 in a static state in which the operating member 14 is in a static position. The second concave surface 30 is disposed between the first concave surface 28 and the distal end 14B. The second concave surface 30 is disposed to face away from the base member 12 as viewed along the pivot axis A1 in a static state.

[0080] The second concave surface 30 has a bottom point PT2. A distance DS1 is defined between the bottom point PT2 and the intersection point PT1. In a stationary state, the distance DS1 ranges from 60 mm to 70 mm. In a stationary state, the distance DS1 ranges from 67 mm to 69 mm. In the first embodiment, the distance DS1 is about 68 mm in a stationary state. However, the distance DS1 is not limited to the above distances and ranges.

[0081] A strip area AR is defined between the first reference line RL3 and the second reference line RL4 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The first reference line RL3 is parallel to the second reference line RL4 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The intersection point PT1 is disposed on the second reference line RL4 as viewed along the pivot axis A1.

[0082] The band-shaped area AR has an area width W1 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The area width W1 is defined between the first reference line RL3 and the second reference line RL4 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The area width W1 ranges from 12 mm to 22 mm. In the first embodiment, the area width W1 is 17 mm. However, the area width W1 is not limited to the above width and range.

[0083] As viewed along the pivot axis A1, the band area AR is inclined at an inclination angle AG1 relative to the first surface reference line RL1. As viewed along the pivot axis A1, the first reference line RL3 is inclined at an inclination angle AG1 relative to the first surface reference line RL1. As viewed along the pivot axis A1, the first reference line RL3 and the second reference line RL4 are inclined at an inclination angle AG1 relative to the first surface reference line RL1. The inclination angle AG1 ranges from 118 degrees to 138 degrees. In the first embodiment, the inclination angle AG1 is 128 degrees. However, the inclination angle AG1 is not limited to the above angle and range.

[0084] like Figure 2 As shown, the base member 12 includes an axially outer side 12A and an axially inner side 12B. When the operating device 10 is mounted to the tubular portion 2A of the human-powered vehicle 2 (see, for example, Figure 1 ), the axially inner side 12B is arranged between the axially outer side 12A and the transverse center plane CP of the human-powered vehicle 2 in the axial direction D2 defined along the pivot axis A1.

[0085] The distal end 14B of the operating member 14 is offset from the proximal end 14A of the operating member 14 in the axial direction D2. In the installed state, the proximal end 14A is closer to the transverse center plane CP of the human-powered vehicle 2 than the distal end 14B in the axial direction D2. However, if necessary and / or desired, the distal end 14B can be arranged at the same position as the proximal end 14A in the axial direction D2. If necessary and / or desired, in the installed state, the distal end 14B can be closer to the transverse center plane CP of the human-powered vehicle 2 than the proximal end 14A in the axial direction D2.

[0086] like Figure 3 As shown, the operating member 14 includes a first surface 32, a second surface 34 and a transition surface 36. The transition surface 36 is disposed between the first surface 32 and the second surface 34 in the axial direction D2 defined along the pivot axis A1 (see, for example Figure 2 ).

[0087] like Figure 1 As shown, when the operating member 14 is operated by the user, the transition surface 36 can contact at least one finger of the user. When the operating member 14 is operated by the user, the transition surface 36 can contact at least one of the middle finger F1 and the index finger F2 of the user. In the first embodiment, when the operating member 14 is operated by the user, the transition surface 36 can contact each of the middle finger F1 and the index finger F2 of the user. However, if necessary and / or desired, when the operating member 14 is operated by the user, the transition surface 36 can be configured to be contactable only with one of the middle finger F1 and the index finger F2 of the user.

[0088] When the operating member 14 is operated by the user, the transition surface 36 can contact the middle finger F1 of the user. The transition surface 36 includes a first contact point CP1, and when the operating member 14 is operated by the user, the first contact point CP1 can contact the middle finger F1 of the user. The transition surface 36 includes a second contact point CP2, and when the operating member 14 is operated by the user, the second contact point CP2 can contact the index finger F2 of the user. The second concave surface 30 includes the transition surface 36. Therefore, when the operating member 14 is operated by the user, the second concave surface 30 can contact the middle finger F1 and the index finger F2 of the user. In the first embodiment, the first contact point CP1 overlaps with the bottom point PT2. However, if necessary and / or desired, the first contact point CP1 can be offset from the bottom point PT2.

[0089] In the stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, the band-shaped area AR is defined as extending through the intersection PT1 and the transition surface 36. In the stationary state in which the operating member 14 is in the stationary position P1, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, the first reference line RL3 extends through the first contact point CP1. In the stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, the second reference line RL4 extends through the intersection PT1 and the second contact point CP2. As viewed along the pivot axis A1, the first contact point CP1 is set on the first reference line RL3. As viewed along the pivot axis A1, the second contact point CP2 is set on the second reference line RL4.

[0090] As viewed along the pivot axis A1, the transition surface 36 includes a recess 40 disposed between the first contact point CP1 and the second contact point CP2. The second concave surface 30 includes the recess 40. The recess 40 includes a bottom point PT2.

[0091] like Figure 3 As shown, the operating member 14 has a width W2 defined from the first surface 32 to the second surface 34 in the axial direction D2. The width W2 ranges from 18 mm to 22 mm. The width W2 includes a first width W21 defined in a first cross section taken at the first contact point CP1. Figure 3 The first cross section depicted in FIG. 1 is taken along the first reference line RL3. The first width W21 ranges from 18 mm to 22 mm. In the first embodiment, the first width W21 is 20 mm. However, the first width W21 is not limited to the above width and range.

[0092] The operating member 14 includes a first profile defined in a first cross section. The first profile includes a first curve CL11 and a first additional curve CL12. The first curve CL11 includes a first axially outer end CL11A farthest from the first additional curve CL12 in the axial direction D2 defined along the pivot axis A1. The first curve CL11 includes a first axially inner end CL11B farthest from the first axially outer end CL11A in the axial direction D2.

[0093] The first additional curved line CL12 comprises a first additional axially outer end CL12A farthest from the first curved line CL11 in the axial direction D2. The first additional curved line CL12 comprises a first additional axially inner end CL12B farthest from the first additional axially outer end CL12A in the axial direction D2.

[0094] The first width W21 is defined in the axial direction D2 between a first axially outer end CL11A of the first curve CL11 and a first additional axially outer end CL12A of the first additional curve CL12 .

[0095] In the rest state where the operating member 14 is in the rest position P1, the width W2 is defined in a band-shaped area AR as viewed along the pivot axis A1 (see, for example Figure 1 In the stationary state where the operating member 14 is in the stationary position P1, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, the first width W21 is defined in the band-shaped area AR (see, for example Figure 1 )middle.

[0096] The first profile includes a first middle line CL13 and a first oblique line CL14. The first middle line CL13 extends from the first curve CL11 to the first additional curve CL12. The first middle line CL13 extends from the first axial inner end CL11B to the first additional axial inner end CL12B. The first oblique line CL14 extends from the first additional curve CL12 away from the first curve CL11. The first oblique line CL14 is inclined relative to the first middle line CL13. However, the first profile is not limited to Figure 3 Shape shown.

[0097] like Figure 4 As shown, the width W2 includes a second width W22 defined in a second cross-section taken at the second contact point CP2. Figure 4 The second cross section depicted in FIG. 1 is taken along the second reference line RL4. The second width W22 ranges from 18 mm to 22 mm. In the first embodiment, the second width W22 is 20 mm. However, the second width W22 is not limited to the above width and range.

[0098] The operating member 14 includes a second profile defined in a second cross section. The second profile includes a second curve CL21 and a second additional curve CL22. The second curve CL21 includes a second axially outer end CL21A farthest from the second additional curve CL22 in the axial direction D2. The second curve CL21 includes a second axially inner end CL21B farthest from the second axially outer end CL21A in the axial direction D2.

[0099] The second additional curved line CL22 includes a second additional axially outer end CL22A farthest from the second curved line CL21 in the axial direction D2. The second additional curved line CL22 includes a second additional axially inner end CL22B farthest from the second additional axially outer end CL22A in the axial direction D2.

[0100] The second width W22 is defined in the axial direction D2 between the second axially outer end CL21A of the second curve CL21 and the second additional axially outer end CL22A of the second additional curve CL22 .

[0101] The second width W22 is defined in a band-shaped area AR (see, e.g., FIG. 1 ) as viewed along the pivot axis A1 when the operating member 14 is in a stationary state at the stationary position P1. Figure 1 )middle.

[0102] The second profile includes a second middle line CL23 and a second oblique line CL24. The second middle line CL23 extends from the second curve CL21 to the second additional curve CL22. The second middle line CL23 extends from the second axial inner end CL21B to the second additional axial inner end CL22B. The second oblique line CL24 extends from the second additional curve CL22 away from the second curve CL21. The second oblique line CL24 is inclined relative to the second middle line CL23. However, the second profile is not limited to Figure 4 Shape shown.

[0103] like Figure 5 As shown, the first tangent line TL1 is defined as being tangent to the transition surface 36 at the first contact point CP1 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The second tangent line TL2 is defined as being tangent to the transition surface 36 at the second contact point CP2 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. As viewed along the pivot axis A1, the first tangent line TL1 intersects the second tangent line TL2 at an intermediate angle AG2 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The intermediate angle AG2 ranges from 145 degrees to 165 degrees. In the first embodiment, the intermediate angle AG2 is 155 degrees. However, the intermediate angle AG2 is not limited to the above-mentioned angle and range.

[0104] The contact point reference line RL5 is defined as extending through the first contact point CP1 and the second contact point CP2 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. In a stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, the contact point reference line RL5 intersects with the first reference line RL3 at an intersection angle AG5. The intersection angle AG5 ranges from 55 degrees to 65 degrees. In the first embodiment, the intersection angle AG5 is 50 degrees. However, the intersection angle AG5 is not limited to the above angle and range.

[0105] In a stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, the additional reference line RL6 is defined as extending through the pivot axis A1 and the first contact point CP1. In a stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, a reference angle AG6 is defined between the first reference line RL3 and the additional reference line RL6. The range of the reference angle AG6 is from 24 degrees to 45 degrees. In the first embodiment, the reference angle AG6 is 35 degrees. However, the reference angle AG6 is not limited to the above angle and range.

[0106] like Figure 6 As shown, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, a first distance DS21 is defined between the first concave surface 28 and a reference line RL7 extending from the proximal end 14A to the distal end 14B. As viewed along the pivot axis A1, the first distance DS21 is defined as the longest distance between the first concave surface 28 and the reference line RL7 in a direction D3 perpendicular to the reference line RL7.

[0107] A second distance DS22 is defined between the second concave surface 30 and the reference line RL7. The second distance DS22 is defined as the longest distance between the second concave surface 30 and the reference line RL7 in a direction D3 perpendicular to the reference line RL7 as viewed along the pivot axis A1.

[0108] The first distance DS21 ranges from 11 mm to 19 mm. The second distance DS22 ranges from 11 mm to 19 mm. In the first embodiment, the second distance DS22 is different from the first distance DS21. The second distance DS22 is longer than the first distance DS21. The first distance DS21 is 12 mm. The second distance DS22 is 18 mm. However, the first distance DS21 is not limited to the above distance and range. The second distance DS22 is not limited to the above distance and range.

[0109] At least one of the first concave surface 28 and the second concave surface 30 is at least partially disposed between the base member 12 and the reference line RL7 as viewed along the pivot axis A1 in the static state. In the first embodiment, the first concave surface 28 and the second concave surface 30 are each completely disposed between the base member 12 and the reference line RL7 as viewed along the pivot axis A1 in the static state. However, if needed and / or desired, at least one of the first concave surface 28 and the second concave surface 30 may be partially disposed between the base member 12 and the reference line RL7 as viewed along the pivot axis A1 in the static state.

[0110] The operating member 14 includes a convex portion 42 defined by the first concave surface 28 and the second concave surface 30. The convex portion 42 is at least partially disposed between the base member 12 and the reference line RL7 as viewed along the pivot axis A1 in the static state. In the first embodiment, the convex portion 42 is completely disposed between the base member 12 and the reference line RL7 as viewed along the pivot axis A1 in the static state. However, if needed and / or desired, the convex portion 42 may be partially disposed between the base member 12 and the reference line RL7 as viewed along the pivot axis A1 in the static state.

[0111] A first length L1 defined between the proximal end 14A and the convex portion 42 is shorter than a second length L2 defined between the distal end 14B and the convex portion 42. The first length L1 is defined between a first point PT71 and a midpoint PT73 along the reference line RL7 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The second length L2 is defined between a second point PT72 and a midpoint PT73 along the reference line RL7 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The first point PT71 is a tangent point between the reference line RL7 and the proximal end 14A. The second point PT72 is a tangent point between the reference line RL7 and the distal end 14B. The midpoint PT73 is a point defined on the convex portion 42 and closest to the reference line RL7 in the direction D3. If needed and / or desired, the first length L1 may be equal to or longer than the second length L2.

[0112] Second embodiment

[0113] The following will refer to Figures 7 to 12 An operating device 210 according to a second embodiment is described. The operating device 210 has substantially the same structure and / or configuration as the operating device 10. Therefore, elements having substantially the same functions as elements in the first embodiment will be labeled as the same herein, and for the sake of brevity, will not be described and / or illustrated in detail herein.

[0114] like Figure 7As shown, the operating device 210 of the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a base member 212 and an operating member 214. The base member 212 has a structure substantially the same as that of the base member 12 of the operating device 10 of the first embodiment. The operating member 214 has a structure substantially the same as that of the operating member 14 of the operating device 10 of the first embodiment.

[0115] The second concave surface 30 has a bottom point PT2. In the second embodiment, the first contact point CP1 is offset from the bottom point PT2. However, if needed and / or desired, the first contact point CP1 may coincide with the bottom point PT2.

[0116] A distance DS1 is defined between the bottom point PT2 and the intersection point PT1. In a stationary state, the distance DS1 ranges from 60 mm to 70 mm. In a stationary state, the distance DS1 ranges from 67 mm to 69 mm. In a second embodiment, the distance DS1 is about 68 mm. However, the distance DS1 is not limited to the above distances and ranges.

[0117] The area width W1 ranges from 12 mm to 22 mm. In the second embodiment, the area width W1 is 17 mm. However, the area width W1 is not limited to the above width and range.

[0118] The inclination angle AG1 ranges from 118 degrees to 138 degrees. In the second embodiment, the inclination angle AG1 is 128 degrees. However, the inclination angle AG1 is not limited to the above angle and range.

[0119] like Figure 8 As shown, the distal end 14B of the operating member 214 is offset from the proximal end 14A of the operating member 214 in the axial direction D2. In the installed state, the proximal end 14A is closer to the transverse center plane CP of the human-powered vehicle 2 than the distal end 14B in the axial direction D2. However, if necessary and / or desired, the distal end 14B can be arranged at the same position as the proximal end 14A in the axial direction D2. If necessary and / or desired, in the installed state, the distal end 14B can be closer to the transverse center plane CP of the human-powered vehicle 2 than the proximal end 14A in the axial direction D2.

[0120] like Fig. 9 As shown, the operating member 214 includes a first surface 32, a second surface 34 and a transition surface 36. The transition surface 36 is disposed between the first surface 32 and the second surface 34 in the axial direction D2 defined along the pivot axis A1 (see, for example, Figure 8 ).

[0121] like Figure 7As shown, when the operating member 214 is operated by the user, the transition surface 36 can contact at least one finger of the user. When the operating member 214 is operated by the user, the transition surface 36 can contact the middle finger F1 of the user. The transition surface 36 includes a first contact point CP1 that can contact the middle finger F1 of the user when the operating member 214 is operated by the user. The transition surface 36 includes a second contact point CP2 that can contact the index finger F2 of the user when the operating member 214 is operated by the user.

[0122] like Fig. 9 As shown, the operating member 214 has a width W2 defined from the first surface 32 to the second surface 34 in the axial direction D2. The width W2 ranges from 18 mm to 22 mm. The width W2 includes a first width W21 defined in a first cross section taken at the first contact point CP1. Fig. 9 The first cross section depicted in FIG. 1 is taken along the first reference line RL3. The first width W21 ranges from 18 mm to 22 mm. In the second embodiment, the first width W21 is 20 mm. However, the first width W21 is not limited to the above width and range.

[0123] like Fig.10 As shown, the width W2 includes a second width W22 defined in a second cross section taken at the second contact point CP2. Fig.10 The second cross section depicted in FIG. 1 is taken along the second reference line RL4. The second width W22 ranges from 18 mm to 22 mm. In the second implementation range, the second width W22 is 20 mm. However, the second width W22 is not limited to the above width and range.

[0124] like Fig.11 As shown, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, the first tangent line TL1 intersects the second tangent line TL2 at an intermediate angle AG2 as viewed along the pivot axis A1. The intermediate angle AG2 ranges from 145 degrees to 165 degrees. In the second embodiment, the intermediate angle AG2 is 155 degrees. However, the intermediate angle AG2 is not limited to the above angle and range.

[0125] In the stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, the contact point reference line RL5 intersects the first reference line RL3 at an intersection angle AG5. The intersection angle AG5 ranges from 55 degrees to 65 degrees. In the second embodiment, the intersection angle AG5 is 50 degrees. However, the intersection angle AG5 is not limited to the above angle and range.

[0126] In the stationary state, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, a reference angle AG6 is defined between the first reference line RL3 and the additional reference line RL6. The range of the reference angle AG6 is 24 to 45 degrees. In the second embodiment, the reference angle AG6 is 35 degrees. However, the reference angle AG6 is not limited to the above angle and range.

[0127] like Fig.12 As shown, as viewed along the pivot axis A1, a first distance DS21 is defined between the first concave surface 28 and a reference line RL7 extending from the proximal end 14A to the distal end 14B. As viewed along the pivot axis A1, the first distance DS21 is defined as the longest distance between the first concave surface 28 and the reference line RL7 in a direction D3 perpendicular to the reference line RL7.

[0128] A second distance DS22 is defined between the second concave surface 30 and the reference line RL7. The second distance DS22 is defined as the longest distance between the second concave surface 30 and the reference line RL7 in a direction D3 perpendicular to the reference line RL7 as viewed along the pivot axis A1.

[0129] The first distance DS21 ranges from 11 mm to 19 mm. The second distance DS22 ranges from 11 mm to 19 mm. In the second embodiment, the second distance DS22 is different from the first distance DS21. The second distance DS22 is longer than the first distance DS21. The first distance DS21 is 12 mm. The second distance DS22 is 18 mm. However, the first distance DS21 is not limited to the above distance and range. The second distance DS22 is not limited to the above distance and range.

[0130] In the second embodiment, the first length L1 defined between the proximal end 14A and the convex portion 42 is shorter than the second length L2 defined between the distal end 14B and the convex portion 42. However, if needed and / or desired, the first length L1 may be equal to or greater than the second length L2.

[0131] In the first and second embodiments, if Figure 6 and Fig.12 As shown, in the stationary state as viewed along the pivot axis A1, the bottom point PT2 is not disposed on the line RL8 extending through the intersection point PT1 and the pivot axis A1. Fig.13 and 14 As shown, if needed and / or desired, in a stationary state, the bottom point PT2 may be disposed on a line RL8 extending through the intersection point PT1 and the pivot axis A1 as viewed along the pivot axis A1.

[0132] In this application, as used herein, the term "comprise" and its derivatives are intended to be open terms that specify the presence of stated features, elements, components, groups, integers and / or steps, but do not exclude the presence of other unstated features, elements, components, groups, integers and / or steps. This concept also applies to words with similar meanings, for example, the term "have", "include" and their derivatives.

[0133] The terms “member,” “section,” “portion,” “part,” “element,” “body,” and “structure” when used in the singular can have the dual meaning of a single part or a plurality of parts.

[0134] Ordinal numbers such as “first” and “second” recorded in the present application are only for identification and do not have other meanings, such as a specific order, etc. In addition, for example, the term “first element” itself does not imply the existence of a “second element”, and the term “second element” itself does not imply the existence of a “first element”.

[0135] As used herein, the term “a pair” may include 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.

[0136] The terms "a" (or "an"), "one or more" and "at least one" are used interchangeably herein.

[0137] The phrase "at least one" used in the present disclosure refers to "one or more" of the desired selections. For example, the phrase "at least one" used in the present disclosure means "only one selection" or "two of two selections" if the number of its selections is two. For another example, the phrase "at least one" used in the present disclosure means "only one selection" or "any combination of equal to or more than two selections" if the number of its selections is equal to or more than three. For example, the phrase "at least one of A and B" includes (1) A alone, (2) B alone, and (3) both A and B. The phrase "at least one of A, B, and C" includes (1) A alone, (2) B alone, (3) C alone, (4) A and B, (5) B and C, (6) A and C, and (7) all A, B, and C. In other words, in the present disclosure, the phrase "at least one of A and B" does not mean "at least one of A and at least one of B".

[0138] Finally, terms of degree such as "substantially", "about" and "approximately" as used herein represent a reasonable amount of deviation of the modified term such that the end result is not significantly changed. All numerical values ​​described in this application can be interpreted as including terms such as "substantially", "about" and "approximately".

[0139] Obviously, many 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 present invention may be practiced otherwise than as specifically described herein.

Claims

1. An operating device for a human-driven vehicle, include: base member; and an operating member pivotably coupled to the base member about a pivot axis, the operating member being pivotable relative to the base member between a rest position and an operating position, The operating member includes a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end being closer to the pivot axis than the distal end, The base member comprises a base body and a round head portion, The base comprises a first main body surface on which a user's hand will rest when the operating member is operated by the user, and the first main body surface extends along a first surface reference line when viewed along the pivot axis, The round head includes a second main body surface, the second main body surface extends along a second surface reference line when viewed along the pivot axis, the first surface reference line and the second surface reference line intersect at an intersection point when viewed along the pivot axis, The operating member includes First surface, The second surface, and a transition surface disposed between the first surface and the second surface in an axial direction defined along the pivot axis, the transition surface being contactable with at least one finger of the user when the operating member is operated by the user, The operating member includes a first concave surface disposed between the proximal end and the distal end, the first concave surface being disposed facing away from the base member when viewed along the pivot axis when the operating member is in a rest state in the rest position, and a second concave surface, the second concave surface being disposed between the first concave surface and the distal end, the second concave surface being disposed facing away from the base member when viewed along the pivot axis in the rest state, the second concave surface having a bottom point, A distance is defined between the bottom point and the intersection point, and in the static state the distance ranges from 60 mm to 70 mm.

2. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein The operating member has a width defined from the first surface to the second surface in the axial direction, the width ranging from 18 mm to 22 mm, and the width is defined in a band-shaped area when viewed along the pivot axis in the rest state when the operating member is in the rest position, and The strip region is defined as extending through the intersection point and the transition surface when viewed along the pivot axis in the static state.

3. The operating device according to claim 2, wherein When viewed along the pivot axis, the strip-shaped region is inclined at an inclination angle relative to the first surface reference line, the inclination angle ranging from 118 degrees to 138 degrees, and The band-like region has a region width, viewed along the pivot axis, ranging from 12 mm to 22 mm.

4. The operating device according to claim 2 or 3, wherein When the operating member is operated by a user, the transition surface is contactable with a middle finger of the user.

5. The operating device according to claim 4, wherein The transition surface includes a first contact point contactable by a middle finger of a user when the operating member is operated by the user, The width of the operating member includes a first width defined in a first cross-section taken at the first contact point, and The first width ranges from 18 mm to 22 mm.

6. The operating device according to claim 5, wherein the operating member comprises a first profile defined in the first cross-section, The first profile comprises a first curve and a first additional curve, The first curve comprises a first axially outer end which is farthest from the first additional curve in an axial direction defined along the pivot axis, The first additional curve comprises a first additional axial outer end which is farthest from the first curve in the axial direction, and The first width is defined in the axial direction between the first axially outer end of the first curve and the first additional axially outer end of the first additional curve.

7. The operating device according to claim 3, wherein The transition surface includes a first contact point contactable by a middle finger of a user when the operating member is operated by the user, When viewed along the pivot axis, the strip-shaped region is defined between a first reference line and a second reference line, The zone width is defined between the first reference line and the second reference line when viewed along the pivot axis, When viewed along the pivot axis, the first reference line is parallel to the second reference line, The first reference line extends through the first contact point when viewed along the pivot axis in the stationary state, and When viewed along the pivot axis, the first reference line and the second reference line are inclined relative to the first surface reference line at the inclination angle.

8. The operating device according to claim 5, wherein The transition surface includes a second contact point contactable by an index finger of a user when the operating member is operated by the user, and A second reference line extends through the intersection point and the second contact point when viewed along the pivot axis in the stationary state.

9. The operating device according to claim 8, wherein The transition surface includes a recessed portion disposed between the first contact point and the second contact point when viewed along the pivot axis.

10. The operating device according to claim 8, wherein A first tangent line is defined as being tangent to the transition surface at the first contact point when viewed along the pivot axis, A second tangent line is defined as being tangent to the transition surface at the second contact point when viewed along the pivot axis, When viewed along the pivot axis, the first tangent line and the second tangent line intersect at an intermediate angle when viewed along the pivot axis, and The intermediate angle ranges from 145 degrees to 165 degrees.

11. The operating device according to claim 8, wherein When viewed along the pivot axis, the strip-shaped region is defined between a first reference line and a second reference line, When viewed along the pivot axis, the band-shaped region has a region width, the region width being defined between the first reference line and the second reference line, When viewed along the pivot axis, the first reference line is parallel to the second reference line, The first reference line extends through the first contact point when viewed along the pivot axis in the stationary state, A contact point reference line is defined as extending through the first contact point and the second contact point when viewed along the pivot axis, When viewed along the pivot axis in the stationary state, the contact point reference line intersects the first reference line at an intersection angle, and The intersection angle ranges from 55 degrees to 65 degrees.

12. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein The transition surface includes a first contact point contactable with a middle finger of a user when the operating member is operated by the user, and also includes a second contact point contactable with an index finger of the user when the operating member is operated by the user, When viewed along the pivot axis in a rest state in which the operating member is in the rest position, a second reference line extends through the second contact point and the intersection point, When viewed along the pivot axis in the static state, a first reference line extends through the first contact point, and when viewed along the pivot axis, the first reference line is parallel to the second reference line, and when viewed along the pivot axis, the first reference line is inclined at an inclination angle relative to the first surface reference line, and the inclination angle ranges from 118 degrees to 138 degrees, an additional reference line is defined extending through the pivot axis and the first contact point when viewed along the pivot axis in the stationary state, A reference angle is defined between the first reference line and the additional reference line when viewed along the pivot axis in the stationary state, and The reference angle ranges from 24 degrees to 45 degrees.

13. The operating device according to claim 12, wherein When viewed along the pivot axis, a strip-shaped area is defined between the first reference line and the second reference line, The band-like region has a region width as viewed along the pivot axis, the region width being defined between the first reference line and the second reference line, and The zone width ranges from 12 mm to 22 mm.

14. An operating device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, 7, 12 and 13, wherein The round head extends from the base away from the pivot axis.

15. An operating device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, 7, 12 and 13, wherein The base includes a first end and a second end and extends in a longitudinal direction between the first end and the second end, The first end is configured to be coupled to a handlebar of the human-powered vehicle, The rounded head extends from the second end away from the pivot axis.

16. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein A first distance is defined between the first concave surface and a reference line extending from the proximal end to the distal end when viewed along the pivot axis, the first distance ranging from 11 mm to 19 mm, and A second distance is defined between the second concave surface and the reference line, the second distance ranging from 11 mm to 19 mm.

17. The operating device according to claim 16, wherein The second distance is different from the first distance.

18. The operating device according to claim 17, wherein The second distance is longer than the first distance.

19. An operating device according to any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein At least one of the first concave surface and the second concave surface is at least partially disposed between the base member and the reference line when viewed along the pivot axis in the static state.

20. An operating device according to any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein The operating member includes a convex portion defined by the first concave surface and the second concave surface.

21. The operating device according to claim 20, wherein The convex portion is at least partially disposed between the base member and the reference line when viewed along the pivot axis in the rest state.

22. An operating device according to any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein the operating member includes a convex portion defined by the first concave surface and the second concave surface, A first length defined between the proximal end and the convex portion is shorter than a second length defined between the distal end and the convex portion.

23. An operating device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, 7, 12, 13 and 16 to 18, wherein The bottom point is disposed on a line extending through the intersection point and the pivot axis when viewed along the pivot axis in the stationary state.

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