Operating device of human-powered vehicle

Abstract

An operating device of a man-powered vehicle includes a base structure, a first operating member, a second operating member, a first electrical switch, and a second electrical switch. The base structure may be mounted to the human-powered vehicle. The first operating member is pivotally coupled to the base structure about a first pivot axis. The second operating member is pivotally coupled to the base structure about a second pivot axis. The first operating member and the second operating member are arranged in the first direction. The first electrical switch is at least partially disposed between the first operating member and the base structure. The second electrical switch is at least partially disposed between the second operating member and the base structure. At least one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis extends in the first direction.

Description

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application No. 18 / 360,835 filed on July 28, 2023. The contents of U.S. patent application No. 18 / 360,835 are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety. Technical Field

[0003] The invention relates to an operating device for a human-powered vehicle. Background Art

[0004] A human-powered vehicle includes an operating unit configured to operate at least one operated unit. The operating unit includes at least two operating members. One object of the present disclosure is to effectively arrange at least two operating members while improving the operability of the operating unit. In addition, the operating unit includes a light emitter unit. Another object of the present disclosure is to enable a user to visually identify the light emitter unit relatively easily. Summary of the invention

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, an operating device for a human-powered vehicle comprises a base structure, a first operating member, a second operating member, a first electric switch, and a second electric switch. The base structure can be mounted to the human-powered vehicle. The first operating member is pivotally coupled to the base structure around a first pivot axis. The second operating member is pivotally coupled to the base structure around a second pivot axis. The first operating member and the second operating member are arranged in a first direction. The first electric switch is at least partially disposed between the first operating member and the base structure. The second electric switch is at least partially disposed between the second operating member and the base structure. At least one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis extends along the first direction.

[0006] With the operating device according to the first aspect, the first operating member and the second operating member can be efficiently arranged while improving the operability of the operating device.

[0007] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the first aspect is configured so that at least one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis is parallel to the first direction.

[0008] With the operating device according to the second aspect, the first operating member and the second operating member can be arranged more efficiently while improving the operability of the operating device.

[0009] According to a third aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the first or second aspect is configured so that the first pivot axis coincides with the second pivot axis.

[0010] With the operating device according to the third aspect, the first operating member and the second operating member can be arranged more efficiently while improving the operability of the operating device.

[0011] According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to third aspects is configured so that the second operating member is spaced apart from the first operating member in the first direction.

[0012] With the operating device according to the fourth aspect, contact between the first operating member and the second operating member can be reduced or prevented. Therefore, the first operating member and the second operating member can be effectively arranged while reliably improving the operability of the operating device.

[0013] According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to fourth aspects further includes a third operating member. The third operating member is at least partially arranged between the first operating member and the second operating member in the first direction. The third operating member can move relative to the base structure in a second direction intersecting with the first direction. The third electric switch is at least partially arranged between the third operating member and the base structure. The third electric switch is configured to be activated in response to the movement of the third operating member.

[0014] With the operating device according to the fifth aspect, the operability of the operating device can be reliably improved.

[0015] According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the fifth aspect is configured so that the base structure includes a clamp. The clamp includes a clamp opening through which the handlebar will extend. The clamp opening has a central axis. The third operating member includes a third inclined surface. The third inclined surface is not parallel to and is not perpendicular to the central axis of the clamp opening.

[0016] With the operation device according to the sixth aspect, the third inclined surface can reliably improve the operability of the operation device or make the operation device compact.

[0017] According to a seventh aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to sixth aspects is configured such that, as viewed in a third direction perpendicular to one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis, one of the first operating member and the second operating member is arranged to avoid overlapping with the other of the first operating member and the second operating member.

[0018] With the operating device according to the seventh aspect, the first operating member and the second operating member can be arranged more efficiently while improving the operability of the operating device.

[0019] According to an eighth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to seventh aspects is configured so that the base structure includes a clamp configured to couple the base structure and a handlebar of the human-powered vehicle.

[0020] With the operating device according to the eighth aspect, the operating device may be mounted to the handlebar via the clamp.

[0021] According to a ninth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to eighth aspects is configured so that the clamp includes a clamp opening through which the handlebar extends. The clamp opening has a central axis. The base structure has a base width defined as the maximum width of the base structure along the central axis of the clamp opening. The clamp opening has a clamp width defined as the minimum width of the clamp opening along the central axis of the clamp opening. The ratio of the clamp width to the base width is less than or equal to 45%.

[0022] With the operating device according to the ninth aspect, interference between the clamp and another device mounted to the handlebar can be reduced or prevented.

[0023] According to a tenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the ninth aspect is configured so that the first operating member has a first width defined along the central axis of the clamp opening. The second operating member has a second width defined along the central axis of the clamp opening. At least one of a first ratio of the clamp width to the first width and a second ratio of the clamp width to the second width is less than or equal to 45%.

[0024] With the operating device according to the tenth aspect, interference between the clamp and another device mounted to the handlebar can be reliably reduced or prevented.

[0025] According to the eleventh aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the ninth or tenth aspect is configured such that, as observed along at least one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis, at least one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis is arranged outside the area defined by the clamp width along the central axis of the clamp opening.

[0026] With the operating device according to the eleventh aspect, flexibility in arrangement of at least one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis can be improved.

[0027] According to a twelfth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to eleventh aspects is configured so that the first operating member includes a first end and a first additional end. The first additional end is disposed closer to the first pivot axis than the first end.

[0028] With the operating device according to the twelfth aspect, the operability of the first operating member can be improved.

[0029] According to the thirteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the twelfth aspect is configured so that when the base structure is mounted to the handlebar, the first end is configured to be arranged closer to the handlebar grip of the handlebar of the human-powered vehicle than the first additional end.

[0030] With the operating device according to the thirteenth aspect, the operability of the first operating member can be reliably improved.

[0031] According to a fourteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the thirteenth aspect is configured so that the base structure includes a clamp. The clamp is configured to couple the base structure and the handlebar of the human-powered vehicle. The clamp includes a clamp opening through which the handlebar will extend, and the clamp opening has a central axis. The first operating member includes a first inclined surface. The first inclined surface is not parallel to and is not perpendicular to the central axis of the clamp opening.

[0032] With the operating device according to the fourteenth aspect, the operability of the first operating member can be improved.

[0033] According to a fifteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the fourteenth aspect is configured so that the first inclined surface includes a first surface end and a first additional surface end, and extends between the first surface end and the first additional surface end. In a mounting state where the base structure is mounted to the handlebar, the first surface end is configured to be disposed closer to the handlebar grip of the handlebar than the first additional surface end. As viewed in the first direction, a first distance is radially defined between the first inclined surface and a central axis of the clamp opening. The first inclined surface is inclined to reduce the first distance from the first additional surface end toward the first surface end.

[0034] With the operating device according to the fifteenth aspect, the operability of the first operating member can be reliably improved.

[0035] According to a sixteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to fifteenth aspects further comprises a first pivot pin and a second pivot pin. The first pivot pin extends along the first pivot axis. The second pivot pin extends along the second pivot axis. The first pivot pin is pivotally connected to the first operating member and the base structure around the first pivot axis. The second pivot pin is pivotally connected to the second operating member and the base structure.

[0036] With the operating device according to the sixteenth aspect, the first pivot pin and the second pivot pin can simplify the structure of the operating device.

[0037] According to a seventeenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the sixteenth aspect is configured so that the second pivot pin is a separate member from the first pivot pin.

[0038] With the operation device according to the seventeenth aspect, the weight of the operation device can be reduced.

[0039] According to an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the sixteenth or seventeenth aspect further comprises a third operating member. The third operating member is at least partially disposed between the first operating member and the second operating member in the first direction. The third operating member can move between a third static position and a third operating position relative to the base structure. At least one of the first pivot pin and the second pivot pin can contact the third operating member to position the third operating member in the third static position.

[0040] With the operating device according to the eighteenth aspect, the third operating member can be positioned in the third rest position with a relatively simple structure.

[0041] According to a nineteenth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to eighteenth aspects is configured so that a reference plane is defined as being perpendicular to the first direction and is disposed between a first region and a second region to separate the first region from the second region. The first operating member is disposed in the first region. The second operating member is disposed in the second region.

[0042] With the operating device according to the nineteenth aspect, the first operating member and the second operating member can be arranged more efficiently while improving the operability of the operating device.

[0043] According to a twentieth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the nineteenth aspect is configured so that the second operating member has a shape symmetrical to that of the first operating member with respect to the reference plane as viewed along the reference plane.

[0044] With the operating device according to the twentieth aspect, the first operating member and the second operating member can be arranged more efficiently while improving the operability of the operating device.

[0045] According to the twenty-first aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of the first to twentieth aspects further includes a light emitter unit, which is at least partially arranged between the first operating member and the second operating member in the first direction as viewed in a second direction intersecting with the first direction.

[0046] According to the operating device of the twenty-first aspect, the positional relationship between the first operating member, the second operating member, and the light emitter unit can restrict the user's finger or thumb from overlapping the light emitter unit. This enables the user to visually identify the light emitter unit relatively easily.

[0047] According to the twenty-second aspect of the present invention, an operating device of a human-powered vehicle comprises a base structure, a first operating member, a second operating member, and a light transmitter unit. The base structure can be mounted to the human-powered vehicle. The first operating member is movably connected to the base structure and is configured to receive a first user input operation. The second operating member is movably connected to the base structure and is configured to receive a second user input operation. The first operating member and the second operating member are arranged in the first direction. As viewed in a second direction intersecting the first direction, the light transmitter unit is at least partially arranged between the first operating member and the second operating member in the first direction.

[0048] According to the operating device of the twenty-second aspect, the positional relationship between the first operating member, the second operating member, and the light emitter unit can restrict the user's finger or thumb from overlapping the light emitter unit. This enables the user to visually identify the light emitter unit relatively easily.

[0049] According to a twenty-third aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the twenty-first or twenty-second aspect is configured such that the light emitter unit at least partially protrudes from at least one of the first operating member and the second operating member as viewed in the first direction.

[0050] With the operating device according to the twenty-third aspect, the positional relationship between the first operating member, the second operating member, and the light emitter unit enables the user to tactilely identify the light emitter unit while enabling the user to more easily visually identify the light emitter unit.

[0051] According to a twenty-fourth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of aspects twenty-first to twenty-third further includes a third operating member, the third operating member being movably coupled to the base structure and configured to receive a third user input operation. The light emitter unit and the third operating member are both arranged in a third direction intersecting each of the first direction and the second direction.

[0052] With the operating device according to the twenty-fourth aspect, the third operating member can improve usability of the operating device.

[0053] According to a twenty-fifth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of aspects twenty-first to twenty-fourth is configured so that the light emitter unit includes a light emitter and a light transmission member. The light emitter is configured to emit light. The light transmission member is configured to transmit the light emitted from the light emitter.

[0054] With the operating device according to the twenty-fifth aspect, the light transmission member enables a user to more easily visually recognize the light emitted from the light emitter.

[0055] According to a twenty-sixth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the twenty-fifth aspect is configured such that at least one of the light emitter and the light transmission member is at least partially disposed between the first operating member and the second operating member in the first direction as viewed in the second direction.

[0056] With the operating device according to the twenty-sixth aspect, the positional relationship among the first operating member, the second operating member, the light emitter, and the light transmission member can restrict a user's finger or thumb from overlapping the light emitter unit. This enables the user to visually identify the light emitter unit more easily.

[0057] According to a twenty-seventh aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the twenty-fifth or twenty-sixth aspect is configured so that the light transmission member is integrally provided with at least a portion of the base structure as a one-piece integral member.

[0058] With the operating device according to the twenty-seventh aspect, the light-transmitting member and the base structure can be manufactured at a relatively reasonable cost.

[0059] According to a twenty-eighth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of aspects twenty-fifth to twenty-seventh is configured so that the light transmitter unit includes an additional member coupled to the light transmission member. The light transmission member has a first light transmittance. The additional member has a second light transmittance. The first light transmittance is higher than the second light transmittance.

[0060] With the operating device according to the twenty-eighth aspect, the additional member can adjust the area where light is emitted from the light transmission member. This enables the user to visually recognize the light emitter unit more clearly.

[0061] According to a twenty-ninth aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to the twenty-eighth aspect is configured so that the additional member includes an opening, and the light transmission member is at least partially disposed in the opening.

[0062] With the operating device according to the twenty-ninth aspect, the opening of the additional member may limit the area where light is emitted from the light transmission member. This enables the user to visually recognize the light emitter unit more clearly.

[0063] According to a 30th aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to at least one of the 25th to 29th aspects further includes a first electric switch and a second electric switch. The first electric switch is configured to be activated in response to the movement of the first operating member. The second electric switch is configured to be activated in response to the movement of the second operating member. As viewed in the second direction, the light emitter is at least partially disposed between the first electric switch and the second electric switch in the first direction.

[0064] With the operating device according to the thirtieth aspect, the positional relationship among the first electric switch, the second electric switch, and the light emitter makes it easier to achieve the positional relationship among the first operating member, the second operating member, and the light emitter unit.

[0065] According to a thirty-first aspect of the present invention, the operating device according to any one of aspects 25 to 30 further includes a substrate and a terminal. The substrate has a first surface and a second surface disposed on the opposite side of the first surface. The light emitter is disposed on the first surface. The terminal is configured to contact a power source. The terminal is disposed on at least one of the first surface and the second surface.

[0066] With the operating device according to the thirty-first aspect, the first surface and the second surface can be utilized as locations of the light emitter and the terminal. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0067] A more complete understanding of the present invention and its many attendant advantages will be readily obtained as the present invention and its many attendant advantages may be better understood by reference to the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0068] Figure 1 FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an operating device of a human-powered vehicle according to an embodiment.

[0069] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Another perspective view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0070] Figure 3 For along Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line III-III.

[0071] Figure 4 for Figure 1 An exploded perspective view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0072] Figure 5 for Figure 1 Side elevation view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0073] Figure 6 For along Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line VI-VI.

[0074] Figure 7 For along Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line VII-VII.

[0075] Figure 8 for Figure 1 Side elevation view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0076] Fig. 9 for Figure 1 Side elevation view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0077] Fig.10 for Figure 1 Side elevation view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0078] Fig.11 for Figure 1 Side elevation view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0079] Fig.12 For along Figure 7 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XII-XII.

[0080] Fig.13 For along Fig.12 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XIII-XIII.

[0081] Fig.14 is a cross-sectional view of an operating device according to a modification.

[0082] Fig.15 for Figure 1 A perspective view of the operating device illustrated in FIG. 1 (opened state).

[0083] Fig.16 For along Fig.12 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XVI-XVI.

[0084] Fig.17 for Figure 1 A schematic block diagram of a human powered vehicle is shown in FIG.

[0085] Fig.18 for Figure 1 Side elevation view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0086] Fig.19 is a cross-sectional view of an operating device according to a modification.

[0087] Fig. 20 is a cross-sectional view of an operating device according to another modification.

[0088] Fig.21 FIG. 4 is a perspective view of an operating device for a human-powered vehicle according to another embodiment.

[0089] Fig. 22 for Fig.21 Side elevation view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0090] Fig.23 for Fig.21 A partial side elevation view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0091] Fig.24 for Fig.21 A partial side elevation view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0092] Fig.25 for Fig.21 An exploded perspective view of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0093] Fig.26 For along Fig. 22 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XXVI-XXVI.

[0094] Fig. 27 For along Fig.26 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XXVII-XXVII.

[0095] Fig.28 is a sectional view of an operating device according to a first modification.

[0096] Fig.29 For along Fig.28 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XXIX-XXIX.

[0097] Fig.30is a sectional view of an operating device according to a second modification.

[0098] Fig.31 For along Fig.30 A cross-sectional view of the operating device taken along line XXXI-XXXI.

[0099] Fig.32 for Fig.21 A plan view (first surface) of a substrate and electronic components of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0100] Fig.33 for Fig.21 A plan view (second surface) of a substrate and electronic components of the operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0101] Fig.34 for Fig.21 A perspective view of a substrate and electronic components of an operating device illustrated in FIG.

[0102] Fig.35 for Fig.21 A schematic block diagram of a human powered vehicle is shown in FIG.

[0103] Fig.36 is a cross-sectional view of the operating device according to the embodiment in a state where the operating structure is fastened to the base structure by a fastener.

[0104] Fig.37 is a cross-sectional view of the operating device according to the embodiment in a state where the operating structure is not fastened to the base structure by the fastener. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0105] Embodiments will now be described with reference to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals designate corresponding or identical elements throughout the various drawings.

[0106] like Figure 1 As seen in FIG. 1 , the operating device 10 of the human-powered vehicle 2 is configured to operate at least one device. The operating device 10 is configured to be mounted to the vehicle body 3 of the human-powered vehicle 2. The operating device 10 is configured to be mounted to the handlebar 4 of the vehicle body 3 of the human-powered vehicle 2. The operating device 10 does not have a brake lever.

[0107] In the present application, the term "human-powered vehicle" includes a vehicle that travels with power, and the power includes at least the human power of the user riding the vehicle. Human-powered vehicles include various types of bicycles, such as mountain bikes, road bikes, city bikes, cargo bikes, hand bikes and recumbent bikes. In addition, human-powered vehicles include electric bicycles known as electric vehicles (E-bikes). Electric bicycles include electric-assisted bicycles that are configured to utilize electric motors to assist the propulsion of the vehicle. However, the total number of wheels of a 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 a driving source as power. Examples of driving sources include internal combustion engines and electric motors. Generally, light road vehicles including vehicles that do not require a driver's license for public roads are considered human-powered vehicles.

[0108] 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 a user in a standard user position facing the handlebars or steering device in the human-powered vehicle 2. Examples of standard user positions include seats and seat portions. Therefore, when used to describe the operating device 10 or other device, these terms should be interpreted relative to a human-powered vehicle 2 equipped with the operating device 10 or other device as used in an upright riding position on a horizontal surface.

[0109] The operating device 10 is configured to be electrically connected to the electric device BC1. In the present embodiment, the operating device 10 is configured to be connected to the electric device BC1 via a wireless communication channel. The operating device 10 is configured to be wirelessly connected to the electric device BC1. However, if necessary or desired, the operating device 10 may be configured to be connected to the electric device BC1 or other devices via a cable.

[0110] The operating device 10 is configured to be electrically connected to the electric device BC2. In the present embodiment, the operating device 10 is configured to be connected to the electric device BC2 via a wireless communication channel. The operating device 10 is configured to be wirelessly connected to the electric device BC2. However, if necessary or desired, the operating device 10 may be configured to be connected to the electric device BC2 or other devices via a cable.

[0111] Examples of the electric devices BC1 and BC2 include an additional operating device or a satellite operating device, an adjustable seat post, a suspension, a gear changer, a brake device, a lighting device, an auxiliary drive unit, a bicycle computer, a smartphone, a tablet computer, and a personal computer. In the present embodiment, the electric device BC1 includes a gear changer such as a derailleur. The electric device BC2 includes a gear changer such as a derailleur. However, the electric devices BC1 and BC2 are not limited to the above devices.

[0112] In the present embodiment, the operating device 10 is a left-hand operating device configured to be operated by the rider's left hand to activate the electric devices BC1 and BC2 or other devices. However, the structure of the operating device 10 may be applied to a right-hand operating device.

[0113] like Figure 2 As seen in FIG. 1 , the operating device 10 of the human-powered vehicle 2 includes an operating structure 12. The operating structure 12 is configured to receive a user input operation U1. The operating structure 12 is configured to receive a user input operation U2. The operating structure 12 is configured to receive a user input operation U3.

[0114] The user input operation U1 may also be referred to as the first user input operation U1. The user input operation U2 may also be referred to as the second user input operation U2. The user input operation U3 may also be referred to as the third user input operation U3. That is, the operating structure 12 is configured to receive the first user input operation U1. The operating structure 12 is configured to receive the second user input operation U2. The operating structure 12 is configured to receive the third user input operation U3. If necessary or desired, one of the user input operations U1, U2, and U3 may be omitted from the operating structure 12.

[0115] The operating structure 12 includes a base body 14. The operating structure 12 includes an operating member 16. The operating structure 12 includes an operating member 18. The operating structure 12 includes an operating member 19. The operating member 16 is movably connected to the base body 14. The operating member 18 is movably connected to the base body 14. The operating member 19 is movably connected to the base body 14. The operating member 16 is configured to receive a user input operation U1. The operating member 18 is configured to receive a user input operation U2. The operating member 19 is configured to receive a user input operation U3.

[0116] The operating member 16 may also be referred to as a first operating member 16. The operating member 18 may also be referred to as a second operating member 18. The operating member 19 may also be referred to as a third operating member 19. That is, the operating structure 12 includes a first operating member 16, a second operating member 18, and a third operating member 19. The operating device 10 of the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a first operating member 16 and a second operating member 18. The operating device 10 further includes a third operating member 19. The first operating member 16 is configured to receive a first user input operation U1. The second operating member 18 is configured to receive a second user input operation U2. The third operating member 19 is configured to receive a third user input operation U3.

[0117] The operating member 16 is pivotally coupled to the base body 14 about a pivot axis PA1. The operating member 16 can pivot relative to the base body 14 about the pivot axis PA1 in response to a user input operation U1. The pivot axis PA1 may also be referred to as a first pivot axis PA1. The first operating member 16 is pivotally coupled to the base body 14 about a first pivot axis PA1. The first operating member 16 can pivot relative to the base body 14 about the first pivot axis PA1 in response to a first user input operation U1.

[0118] The operating member 18 is pivotally connected to the base body 14 around the pivot axis PA2. The operating member 18 can be pivoted relative to the base body 14 around the pivot axis PA2 in response to the user input operation U2. The pivot axis PA2 can also be referred to as the second pivot axis PA2. The second operating member 18 is pivotally connected to the base body 14 around the second pivot axis PA2. The second operating member 18 can be pivoted relative to the base body 14 around the second pivot axis PA2 in response to the second user input operation U2.

[0119] The third operating member 19 is movable relative to the base structure 32 in response to the user input operation U3. The third operating member 19 is movable relative to the base body 14 in response to the user input operation U3.

[0120] In the present embodiment, the operating structure 12 includes operating members 16, 18, and 19. However, one or two of the operating members 16, 18, and 19 may be omitted from the operating structure 12 if needed or desired.

[0121] like Figure 2 As seen in , the operating device 10 of the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a clamp 20. The clamp 20 can be mounted to the human-powered vehicle 2. The clamp 20 can be mounted to the vehicle body 3 of the human-powered vehicle 2. The clamp 20 can be mounted to the handlebar 4 of the vehicle body 3. The clamp 20 includes a clamp opening 20A, through which the handlebar 4 will extend. The clamp opening 20A has a central axis 20B. The clamp 20 is at least partially made of a non-metallic material such as an elastomer or a resin. However, if necessary or desired, the clamp 20 can be at least partially made of a metallic material.

[0122] The clamp 20 is configured to couple the operating structure 12 and the vehicle body 3 . The clamp 20 is configured to couple the operating structure 12 and the handlebar 4 . The clamp 20 is configured to couple the base body 14 and the vehicle body 3 . The clamp 20 is configured to couple the base body 14 and the handlebar 4 .

[0123] like Figure 3As seen in the drawings, the clamp 20 includes a clamp body 22 and a clamp fastener 24. The clamp body 22 includes a first clamp portion 26 and a second clamp portion 28. The first clamp portion 26 and the second clamp portion 28 define a clamp opening 20A. The clamp fastener 24 is configured to couple the first clamp portion 26 and the second clamp portion 28. At least one of the first clamp portion 26 and the second clamp portion 28 is deformable to change the inner diameter of the clamp opening 20A. The clamp fastener 24 is configured to couple the first clamp portion 26 and the second clamp portion 28 to change the inner diameter of the clamp opening 20A. The clamp fastener 24 includes an externally threaded portion 24A. The clamp 20 includes a nut 30. The nut 30 is coupled to the second clamp portion 28. The nut 30 includes a threaded hole 30A. The externally threaded portion 24A engages with the threaded hole 30A. In the present embodiment, the second clamp portion 28 is integrally provided with the first clamp portion 26 as a one-piece, unitary member. The clamp body 22 is made of a non-metallic material such as an elastomer or a resin. The first clamp portion 26 and the second clamp portion 28 are made of a non-metallic material such as an elastomer or a resin. However, if necessary or desired, the second clamp portion 28 can be a separate portion from the first clamp portion 26. If necessary or desired, the clamp body 22 can be at least partially made of a metallic material. If necessary or desired, at least one of the first clamp portion 26 and the second clamp portion 28 can be at least partially made of a metallic material.

[0124] like Figure 2 As seen in , the operating device 10 of the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a base structure 32. The base structure 32 can be mounted to the human-powered vehicle 2. The base structure 32 can be mounted to the vehicle body 3 of the human-powered vehicle 2. The base structure 32 can be mounted to the handlebar 4 of the human-powered vehicle 2. The base structure 32 includes a base body 14. The base structure 32 includes a clamp 20. The clamp 20 is configured to couple the base structure 32 and the vehicle body 3 of the human-powered vehicle 2. The clamp 20 is configured to couple the base structure 32 and the handlebar 4 of the human-powered vehicle 2.

[0125] The first operating member 16 is pivotably coupled to the base structure 32 about a first pivot axis PA1. The second operating member 18 is pivotably coupled to the base structure 32 about a second pivot axis PA2. The third operating member 19 is movable relative to the base structure 32.

[0126] like Figure 4As seen in FIG. 1 , the operating device 10 further includes a first pivot pin 34. The first pivot pin 34 extends along the first pivot axis PA1. The operating device 10 further includes a second pivot pin 36. The second pivot pin 36 extends along the second pivot axis PA2. The first pivot pin 34 can pivotally couple the first operating member 16 and the base structure 32 around the first pivot axis PA1. The second pivot pin 36 can pivotally couple the second operating member 18 and the base structure 32.

[0127] In the present embodiment, the second pivot pin 36 is a separate component from the first pivot pin 34. However, if needed or desired, the second pivot pin 36 can be integrally provided as a one-piece unitary component with the first pivot pin 34. The first pivot pin 34 can also be referred to as the pivot pin 34. The second pivot pin 36 can also be referred to as the pivot pin 36.

[0128] The base body 14 includes a first base body 38 and a second base body 40. The second base body 40 is attached to the first base body 38. The first operating member 16 is pivotally coupled to the second base body 40 around a first pivot axis PA1. The second operating member 18 is pivotally coupled to the second base body 40 around a second pivot axis PA2. The first operating member 16 is pivotally coupled to the second base body 40 by a first pivot pin 34. The second operating member 18 is pivotally coupled to the second base body 40 by a second pivot pin 36.

[0129] In the present embodiment, the second base body 40 is a separate member from the first base body 38. However, if needed or desired, the second base body 40 can be integrally provided with the first base body 38 as a one-piece unitary member.

[0130] The second base body 40 includes a base plate 42, first supports 44 and 46, second supports 48 and 50, and an intermediate portion 52. The first support 44 protrudes from the base plate 42. The first support 46 protrudes from the base plate 42. The second support 48 protrudes from the base plate 42. The second support 50 protrudes from the base plate 42. The first pivot pin 34 is coupled to the first supports 44 and 46. The second pivot pin 36 is coupled to the second supports 48 and 50. The intermediate portion 52 protrudes from the base plate 42.

[0131] like Figure 5 As seen in FIG. 1 , the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 are arranged in the first direction D1. The second operating member 18 is spaced apart from the first operating member 16 in the first direction D1. The third operating member 19 is at least partially disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1.

[0132] In the present embodiment, the third operating member 19 is completely disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1. However, if necessary or desired, the third operating member 19 may be partially disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1. The first operating member 16 may also be referred to as an operating member 16. The second operating member 18 may also be referred to as an operating member 18.

[0133] At least one of the first pivot axis PA1 and the second pivot axis PA2 extends along the first direction D1. At least one of the first pivot axis PA1 and the second pivot axis PA2 is parallel to the first direction D1. The first pivot axis PA1 coincides with the second pivot axis PA2. However, if necessary or desired, at least one of the first pivot axis PA1 and the second pivot axis PA2 may not be parallel to the first direction D1. If necessary or desired, the first pivot axis PA1 may deviate from the second pivot axis PA2.

[0134] The reference plane RP1 is defined perpendicular to the first direction D1 and is disposed between the first region R1 and the second region R2 to separate the first region R1 and the second region R2. The first operating member 16 is disposed in the first region R1. The second operating member 18 is disposed in the second region R2. In the present embodiment, as viewed along the reference plane RP1, the second operating member 18 has a shape symmetrical with respect to the reference plane RP1 and the shape of the first operating member 16. However, if necessary or desired, as viewed along the reference plane RP1, the second operating member 18 has a shape asymmetrical with respect to the reference plane RP1 and the shape of the first operating member 16.

[0135] like Figure 3 As seen in FIG. 1 , reference plane RP1 is defined as containing the central axis 20B of the fixture opening 20A. However, if needed or desired, reference plane RP1 may be offset from the central axis 20B of the fixture opening 20A.

[0136] like Figure 5 As seen in FIG. 2 , the additional reference plane RP2 is defined perpendicularly to the central axis 20B of the fixture opening 20A. The first direction D1 is parallel to the additional reference plane RP2. The additional reference plane RP2 is perpendicular to the reference plane RP1.

[0137] like Figure 2 As seen in FIG. 1 , the third operating member 19 is movable relative to the base structure 32 in a second direction D2 intersecting the first direction D1. The third operating member 19 is movable relative to the base body 14 in the second direction D2.

[0138] In the present embodiment, the second direction D2 is perpendicular to the first direction D1. However, if needed or desired, the second direction D2 may not be perpendicular to the first direction D1.

[0139] like Figure 5 As seen in FIG. 1 , the first operating member 16 includes a first end 16A and a first additional end 16B. In the present embodiment, the first additional end 16B is disposed closer to the first pivot axis PA1 than the first end 16A. In the mounted state where the base structure 32 is mounted to the handlebar 4, the first end 16A is configured to be disposed closer to the handlebar grip 4G of the handlebar 4 of the human-powered vehicle 2 than the first additional end 16B. However, if necessary or desired, the first end 16A may be disposed closer to the first pivot axis PA1 than the first additional end 16B. If necessary or desired, in the mounted state, the first end 16A may be configured to be disposed closer to the handlebar grip 4G of the handlebar 4 than the first additional end 16B.

[0140] The handlebar 4 includes a handlebar body 4A extending along the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A in the installed state. The handlebar body 4A has a tubular shape. A handlebar grip 4G is attached to one end of the handlebar body 4A. The handlebar grip 4G has an outer diameter greater than that of the handlebar body 4A. The handlebar grip 4G is made of a non-metallic material such as an elastomer or a resin.

[0141] The second operating member 18 includes a second end 18A and a second additional end 18B. In the present embodiment, the second additional end 18B is arranged closer to the second pivot axis PA2 than the second end 18A. In the installation state where the base structure 32 is mounted to the handlebar 4, the second end 18A is configured to be arranged closer to the handlebar grip 4G of the handlebar 4 of the human-powered vehicle 2 than the second additional end 18B. However, if necessary or desired, the second end 18A can be arranged closer to the second pivot axis PA2 than the second additional end 18B. If necessary or desired, in the installation state, the second end 18A can be configured to be arranged closer to the handlebar grip 4G of the handlebar 4 than the second additional end 18B.

[0142] The third operating member 19 includes a third end 19A and a third additional end 19B. In the present embodiment, the third additional end 19B is arranged closer to the first pivot axis PA1 than the third end 19A. The third additional end 19B is arranged closer to the second pivot axis PA2 than the third end 19A. In the installation state where the base structure 32 is mounted to the handlebar, the third end 19A is configured to be arranged closer to the handlebar grip 4G of the handlebar of the human-powered vehicle 2 than the third additional end 19B. However, if necessary or desired, the third end 19A can be arranged closer to at least one of the first and second pivot axes PA1 and PA2 than the third additional end 19B. If necessary or desired, in the installation state, the third end 19A can be configured to be arranged closer to the handlebar grip 4G of the handlebar than the third additional end 19B.

[0143] like Figure 4 As seen in FIG. 1 , the operating structure 12 includes an electric switch SW1. The operating structure 12 includes an electric switch SW2. The operating structure 12 includes an electric switch SW3. The electric switch SW1 may also be referred to as a first electric switch SW1. The electric switch SW2 may also be referred to as a second electric switch SW2. The electric switch SW3 may also be referred to as a third electric switch SW3. That is, the operating device 10 of the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a first electric switch SW1 and a second electric switch SW2. The operating device 10 further includes a third electric switch SW3.

[0144] The first electrical switch SW1 is configured to be activated in response to the movement of the first operating member 16. The first electrical switch SW1 is configured to be activated in response to the pivotal movement of the first operating member 16. The second electrical switch SW2 is configured to be activated in response to the movement of the second operating member 18. The second electrical switch SW2 is configured to be activated in response to the pivotal movement of the second operating member 18.

[0145] like Figure 6 As seen in FIG. 1 , the first electrical switch SW1 is at least partially disposed between the operating member 16 and the base body 14. The second electrical switch SW2 is at least partially disposed between the operating member 18 and the base body 14. The first electrical switch SW1 is at least partially disposed between the first operating member 16 and the base structure 32. The second electrical switch SW2 is at least partially disposed between the second operating member 18 and the base structure 32.

[0146] In this embodiment, the first electrical switch SW1 is completely disposed between the operating member 16 and the base body 14. The second electrical switch SW2 is completely disposed between the operating member 18 and the base body 14. The first electrical switch SW1 is completely disposed between the first operating member 16 and the base structure 32. The second electrical switch SW2 is completely disposed between the second operating member 18 and the base structure 32.

[0147] However, if necessary or desired, the first electrical switch SW1 may be partially disposed between the operating member 16 and the base body 14. If necessary or desired, the second electrical switch SW2 may be partially disposed between the operating member 18 and the base body 14. If necessary or desired, the first electrical switch SW1 may be partially disposed between the first operating member 16 and the base structure 32. If necessary or desired, the second electrical switch SW2 may be partially disposed between the second operating member 18 and the base structure 32.

[0148] The first electric switch SW1 includes a switch circuit SW11, a button SW12, and a frame SW13. The switch circuit SW11 includes a fixed contact and a movable contact. The frame SW13 is fixed to the base body 14. The button SW12 is movably attached to the frame SW13. The button SW12 can move relative to the frame SW13 in response to the user input operation U1. The button SW12 is configured to transmit the user input operation U1 to the switch circuit SW11 to turn on the switch circuit SW11. The button SW12 is made of an elastic member such as an elastomer or a resin.

[0149] The second electric switch SW2 includes a switch circuit SW21, a button SW22, and a frame SW23. The switch circuit SW21 includes a fixed contact and a movable contact. The frame SW23 is fixed to the base body 14. The button SW22 is movably attached to the frame SW23. The button SW22 can move relative to the frame SW23 in response to the user input operation U2. The button SW22 is configured to transmit the user input operation U2 to the switch circuit SW21 to turn on the switch circuit SW21. The button SW22 is made of an elastic member such as an elastomer or a resin.

[0150] like Figure 7 As seen in FIG. 1 , the third electrical switch SW3 is configured to be activated in response to the movement of the third operating member 19. The third electrical switch SW3 is at least partially disposed between the third operating member 19 and the base structure 32. In the present embodiment, the third electrical switch SW3 is completely disposed between the third operating member 19 and the base structure 32. However, if needed or desired, the third electrical switch SW3 may be partially disposed between the third operating member 19 and the base structure 32.

[0151] The third electric switch SW3 includes a switch circuit SW31, a button SW32, and a frame SW33. The switch circuit SW31 includes a fixed contact and a movable contact. The frame SW33 is fixed to the base body 14. The button SW32 is movably attached to the frame SW33. The button SW32 can move relative to the frame SW33 in response to the user input operation U3. The button SW32 is configured to transmit the user input operation U3 to the switch circuit SW31 to turn on the switch circuit SW31. The button SW32 is made of an elastic member such as an elastomer or a resin.

[0152] like Figure 5 , 8 As shown in FIG. 9 , as viewed in the third direction D31 or D32, one of the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 is arranged to avoid overlapping with the other of the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18. The third direction D31 is perpendicular to one of the first pivot axis PA1 and the second pivot axis PA2. The third direction D32 is perpendicular to one of the first pivot axis PA1 and the second pivot axis PA2. The third direction D32 is parallel to the second direction D2.

[0153] The first operating member 16 is arranged to avoid overlapping with the second operating member 18 as viewed in the third direction D31 or D32 perpendicular to the first pivot axis PA1. The second operating member 18 is arranged to avoid overlapping with the first operating member 16 as viewed in the third direction D31 or D32 perpendicular to the second pivot axis PA2.

[0154] As viewed along the reference plane RP1, one of the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 is arranged to avoid overlapping with the other of the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18. As viewed along the reference plane RP1, the first operating member 16 is arranged to avoid overlapping with the second operating member 18. As viewed along the reference plane RP1, the second operating member 18 is arranged to avoid overlapping with the first operating member 16.

[0155] However, if needed or desired, as viewed in the third direction D31, one of the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 may be arranged to at least partially overlap with the other of the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18. If needed or desired, as viewed along the reference plane RP1, one of the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 may be arranged to at least partially overlap with the other of the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18.

[0156] like Figure 8 and 9As seen in FIG. 1 , the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 are arranged in a circumferential direction D4 defined around the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The second operating member 18 is spaced apart from the first operating member 16 in the circumferential direction D4. The third operating member 19 is at least partially disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the circumferential direction D4. However, the positional relationship between the first operating member 16, the second operating member 18, and the third operating member 19 is not limited to the illustrated embodiment.

[0157] like Figure 6 As seen in FIG. 1 , the first electric switch SW1 and the second electric switch SW2 are arranged in the circumferential direction D4. The second electric switch SW2 is spaced apart from the first electric switch SW1 in the circumferential direction D4. However, the positional relationship between the first electric switch SW1 and the second electric switch SW2 is not limited to the illustrated embodiment.

[0158] like Fig.10 As seen in , the base structure 32 has a base width W1. The base width W1 is defined as the maximum width of the base structure 32 along the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The clamp opening 20A has a clamp width W2. The clamp width W2 is defined as the minimum width of the clamp opening 20A along the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The ratio of the clamp width W2 to the base width W1 is less than or equal to 45%. However, if necessary or desired, the ratio of the clamp width W2 to the base width W1 can be greater than 45%.

[0159] like Figure 5 As seen in FIG. 1 , the first operating member 16 has a first width W31. The first width W31 is defined along the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The second operating member 18 has a second width W32. The second width W32 is defined along the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. In the present embodiment, the second width W32 is equal to the first width W31. However, if necessary or desired, the second width W32 may be different from the first width W31.

[0160] like Figure 5 and 10 As can be seen in FIG. 1 , at least one of the first ratio of the clamp width W2 to the first width W31 and the second ratio of the clamp width W2 to the second width W32 is less than or equal to 45%. In the present embodiment, the first ratio of the clamp width W2 to the first width W31 is less than or equal to 45%. The second ratio of the clamp width W2 to the second width W32 is less than or equal to 45%. However, if needed or desired, at least one of the first ratio of the clamp width W2 to the first width W31 and the second ratio of the clamp width W2 to the second width W32 can be greater than 45%.

[0161] like Fig.10 As seen in the figure, at least one of the first pivot axis PA1 and the second pivot axis PA2 is disposed outside the region RG defined by the clamp width W2 along the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A, as viewed along at least one of the first pivot axis PA1 and the second pivot axis PA2. In the present embodiment, the first pivot axis PA1 is disposed outside the region RG, as viewed along the first pivot axis PA1. The second pivot axis PA2 is disposed outside the region RG, as viewed along the second pivot axis PA2. However, if necessary or desired, the first pivot axis PA1 may be disposed in the region RG, as viewed along the first pivot axis PA1. If necessary or desired, the second pivot axis PA2 may be disposed in the region RG, as viewed along the second pivot axis PA2.

[0162] like Fig.10 As seen in FIG. 1 , the first operating member 16 includes a first surface 60. The first surface 60 is configured to be pressed by a user when the first operating member 16 receives a first user input operation U1.

[0163] The first surface 60 includes a first inclined surface 60S. That is, the first operating member 16 includes the first inclined surface 60S. The first inclined surface 60S is not parallel to and is not perpendicular to the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The first inclined surface 60S includes a first surface end 60A and a first additional surface end 60B, and extends between the first surface end 60A and the first additional surface end 60B. In the installation state where the base structure 32 is installed to the handlebar 4, the first surface end 60A is configured to be arranged closer to the handlebar grip 4G of the handlebar 4 than the first additional surface end 60B.

[0164] As viewed in the first direction D1, the first distance DS1 is radially defined between the first inclined surface 60S and the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The first inclined surface 60S is inclined to reduce the first distance DS1 from the first additional surface end 60B toward the first surface end 60A. However, if necessary or desired, the first inclined surface 60S can be inclined to increase the first distance DS1 from the first additional surface end 60B toward the first surface end 60A. If necessary or desired, the first inclined surface 60S can be parallel to the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A.

[0165] like Fig.11 As seen in FIG. 1 , the second operating member 18 includes a second surface 62. The second surface 62 is configured to be pressed by the user when the second operating member 18 receives a second user input operation U2.

[0166] The second surface 62 includes a second inclined surface 62S. That is, the second operating member 18 includes a second inclined surface 62S. The second inclined surface 62S is not parallel to and is not perpendicular to the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The second inclined surface 62S includes a second surface end 62A and a second additional surface end 62B, and extends between the second surface end 62A and the second additional surface end 62B. In the mounted state where the base structure 32 is mounted to the handlebar 4, the second surface end 62A is configured to be disposed closer to the handlebar grip 4G of the handlebar 4 than the second additional surface end 62B.

[0167] As viewed in the second direction D2, the second distance DS2 is radially defined between the second inclined surface 62S and the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The second inclined surface 62S is inclined to reduce the second distance DS2 from the second additional surface end 62B toward the second surface end 62A. However, if necessary or desired, the second inclined surface 62S can be inclined to increase the second distance DS2 from the second additional surface end 62B toward the second surface end 62A. If necessary or desired, the second inclined surface 62S can be parallel to the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A.

[0168] like Fig.11 As seen in FIG. 1 , the third operating member 19 includes a third surface 64. The third surface 64 is configured to be pressed by the user when the third operating member 19 receives a third user input operation U3.

[0169] The third surface 64 includes a third inclined surface 64S. That is, the third operating member 19 includes a third inclined surface 64S. The third inclined surface 64S is not parallel to and is not perpendicular to the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The third inclined surface 64S includes a third surface end 64A and a third additional surface end 64B, and extends between the third surface end 64A and the third additional surface end 64B. In the installation state where the base structure 32 is installed to the handlebar 4, the third surface end 64A is configured to be arranged closer to the handlebar grip 4G of the handlebar 4 than the third additional surface end 64B.

[0170] As viewed in the third direction D31, the third distance DS3 is radially defined between the third inclined surface 64S and the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The third inclined surface 64S is inclined to reduce the third distance DS3 from the third surface end 64A toward the third additional surface end 64B. However, if necessary or desired, the third inclined surface 64S can be inclined to increase the third distance DS3 from the third surface end 64A toward the third additional surface end 64B. If necessary or desired, the third inclined surface 64S can be parallel to the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A.

[0171] The third surface 64 includes a third additional surface 64C. The third additional surface 64C is parallel to the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. The third inclined surface 64S is not parallel to and not perpendicular to the third additional surface 64C. The third additional surface 64C is configured to be arranged closer to the handlebar grip 4G of the handlebar 4 than the third inclined surface 64S in the installed state. Therefore, the third additional surface 64C is configured to be pressed by the user when the third operating member 19 receives the user input operation U3.

[0172] like Figure 7 As can be seen in the figure, the third operating member 19 can move relative to the base structure 32 between the third static position P31 and the third operating position P32. At least one of the first pivot pin 34 and the second pivot pin 36 can contact the third operating member 19 to position the third operating member 19 in the third static position P31. In the present embodiment, both the first pivot pin 34 and the second pivot pin 36 can contact the third operating member 19 to position the third operating member 19 in the third static position P31. However, if necessary or desired, only one of the first pivot pin 34 and the second pivot pin 36 can be configured to contact the third operating member 19 to position the third operating member 19 in the third static position P31.

[0173] like Fig.12 and 13 As seen in FIG. 1 , the second pivot pin 36 is spaced apart from the first pivot pin 34 in the first direction D1. The third operating member 19 is at least partially disposed between the first pivot pin 34 and the second pivot pin 36 in the first direction D1. The third operating member 19 includes a first slot 19C and a second slot 19D. One end of the first pivot pin 34 is disposed in the first slot 19C. One end of the second pivot pin 36 is disposed in the second slot 19D. The third operating member 19 is configured to be guided by the first pivot pin 34 and the second pivot pin 36.

[0174] like Fig.13 As seen in FIG. 1 , the operating structure 12 is pivotably coupled to the clamp 20 about a base pivot axis PA3. The base body 14 is pivotably coupled to the clamp 20 about the base pivot axis PA3. The operating structure 12 is pivotable relative to the clamp 20 about the base pivot axis PA3 between a closed position P41 and an open position P42.

[0175] The operating structure 12 includes and extends between a first base end 12A and a second base end 12B. The first base end 12A is pivotably coupled to the clamp 20 about a base pivot axis PA3. The first base end 12A is closer to the pivot axis PA3 than the second base end 12B.

[0176] The operating device 10 further includes a fastener 70. The fastener 70 is configured to fasten the operating structure 12 to the clamp 20. The fastener 70 is configured to fasten the second base end 12B to the clamp 20.

[0177] One of the clamp 20 and the operating structure 12 includes a threaded hole 72. The fastener 70 includes an external threaded portion 70A. The external threaded portion 70A engages with the threaded hole 72 to fasten the operating structure 12 to the clamp 20.

[0178] The other of the clamp 20 and the operating structure 12 includes a through hole 74. The fastener 70 extends through the through hole 74 in a state where the fastener 70 fastens the operating structure 12 to the clamp 20.

[0179] In the present embodiment, the operating structure 12 includes a threaded hole 72. The clamp 20 includes a through hole 74. However, if needed or desired, the clamp 20 may include a threaded hole 72. The operating structure 12 may include a through hole 74, if needed or desired.

[0180] The clamp 20 includes a hole 20H. The fastener 70 is partially disposed in the hole 20H. The hole 20H communicates with the clamp opening 20A. When the operating structure 12 is fastened to the clamp 20 with the fastener 70, the fastener 70 is inserted into the hole 20H.

[0181] like Fig.13 As seen in FIG, at least one of the clamp 20 and the operating structure 12 defines a holder space 80 in which the power source PS will be disposed when the operating structure 12 is in a closed state in the closed position P41. The clamp 20 and the operating structure 12 define a holder space 80 in which the power source PS will be disposed.

[0182] The jig 20 is configured to restrict the power source PS from moving relative to the jig 20 in a holding state in which the power source PS is disposed in the holder space 80. The jig 20 is configured to bias the power source PS toward the operating structure 12 in the holding state.

[0183] The operating device 10 further includes a sealing member 82. The sealing member 82 is provided to at least one of the clamp 20 and the operating structure 12. In the present embodiment, the sealing member 82 is provided to the operating structure 12. The sealing member 82 is attached to the base body 14.

[0184] The sealing member 82 has an annular shape. In the closed state, the sealing member 82 is compressed between the operating structure 12 and the clamp 20. The sealing member 82 is made of an elastic member such as an elastomer. If necessary or desired, the sealing member 82 can be provided to the clamp 20 or both the clamp 20 and the operating structure 12. Fig.14As seen in FIG. 2 , for example, a sealing member 82 may be provided to the jig 20. In such a modification, the sealing member 82 may have a sheet-like shape.

[0185] like Figure 4 As seen in FIG. 1 , the operating device 10 further comprises a base pivot pin 84. The base pivot pin 84 pivotably couples the operating structure 12 and the clamp 20 about a base pivot axis PA3. The base pivot pin 84 extends along the base pivot axis PA3.

[0186] like Fig.15 As seen in , the clamp 20 and the operating structure 12 allow access to the power source PS in the open state when the operating structure 12 is in the open position P42. The base pivot axis PA3 extends along the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. In this embodiment, the pivot axis is not parallel to the base pivot axis PA3. The base pivot axis PA3 is parallel to the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A. However, if needed or desired, the pivot axis can be parallel to the base pivot axis PA3. If needed or desired, the base pivot axis PA3 may not be parallel to the central axis 20B of the clamp opening 20A.

[0187] The clamp 20 includes a first groove 20R. When the operating structure 12 is in the open state in the open position P42, the operating structure 12 is disposed outside the first groove 20R. When the operating structure 12 is in the open state in the open position P42, the base body 14 is disposed outside the first groove 20R.

[0188] like Fig.13 As seen in FIG. 1 , when the operating structure 12 is in the closed state in the closed position P41, the operating structure 12 is at least partially disposed in the first groove 20R. When the operating structure 12 is in the closed state in the closed position P41, the base body 14 is at least partially disposed in the first groove 20R.

[0189] like Fig.16 As seen in FIG. 1 , the operating structure 12 includes a second recess 12R. The second recess 12R at least partially defines a retainer space 80 in which the power supply PS is to be disposed. The base body 14 includes the second recess 12R. In the present embodiment, the second recess 12R partially defines the retainer space 80. However, if necessary or desired, the second recess 12R may completely define the retainer space 80.

[0190] The operating device 10 further includes at least one substrate CR3. The at least one substrate CR3 is at least partially set to one of the fixture 20 and the operating structure 12. In the present embodiment, the at least one substrate CR3 includes a first substrate CR31. The first substrate CR31 is completely set to the operating structure 12. However, if necessary or desired, the at least one substrate CR3 can be set to the fixture 20. If necessary or desired, the operating device 10 can include at least two substrates.

[0191] The first substrate CR31 extends along the reference plane RP3. The first groove 20R includes a surface 20S. In the holding state, the surface 20S faces the power supply PS. The sealing member 82 contacts the surface 20S in the holding state. The first substrate CR31 is not parallel to and not perpendicular to the surface 20S. The first substrate CR31 is inclined relative to the surface 20S. The reference plane RP3 is not parallel to and not perpendicular to the surface 20S. The reference plane RP3 is inclined relative to the surface 20S. The reference plane RP3 is parallel to the first direction D1. The surface 20S is not parallel to and not perpendicular to the first direction D1. However, if necessary or desired, the first substrate CR31 may be parallel to the surface 20S. If necessary or desired, the reference plane RP3 may be parallel to the surface 20S. If necessary or desired, the reference plane RP3 may not be parallel to the first direction D1. If necessary or desired, the surface 20S may be parallel to the first direction D1.

[0192] like Figure 6 As shown in FIG. 1 , the first electrical switch SW1 is electrically mounted on the at least one substrate CR3. The second electrical switch SW2 is electrically mounted on the at least one substrate CR3. Figure 7 As seen in FIG. 1 , the third electrical switch SW3 is electrically mounted on the at least one substrate CR3.

[0193] like Fig.17 As seen in FIG. 1 , the operating device 10 includes an electronic circuit system EC. The electronic circuit system EC includes an electronic controller CR, at least one substrate CR3, a system bus CR4, and a wireless communicator WC. The electronic controller CR is configured to be electrically connected to a first electrical switch SW1, a second electrical switch SW2, a third electrical switch SW3, and the wireless communicator WC.

[0194] The electronic controller CR includes a hardware processor CR1 and a hardware memory CR2. The hardware processor CR1 is connected to the hardware memory CR2. The hardware memory CR2 is connected to the hardware processor CR1. The hardware processor CR1 and the hardware memory CR2 are electrically mounted on the at least one substrate CR3. The hardware processor CR1 is electrically connected to the hardware memory CR2 via the at least one substrate CR3 and the system bus CR4. The hardware memory CR2 is electrically connected to the hardware processor CR1 via the at least one substrate CR3 and the system bus CR4. For example, the electronic controller CR includes a semiconductor. The hardware processor CR1 includes a semiconductor. The hardware memory CR2 includes a semiconductor. However, if necessary or desired, the electronic controller CR may not have a semiconductor. If necessary or desired, the hardware processor CR1 may not have a semiconductor. If necessary or desired, the hardware memory CR2 may not have a semiconductor.

[0195] For example, the hardware processor CR1 includes at least one of a central processing unit (CPU), a microprocessing unit (MPU), and a memory controller. The hardware memory CR2 is electrically connected to the hardware processor CR1. For example, the hardware memory CR2 includes at least one of a volatile memory and a non-volatile memory. Examples of volatile memories include random access memories (RAM) and dynamic random access memories (DRAM). Examples of non-volatile memories include read-only memories (ROM), electrically erasable programmable ROMs (EEPROMs), and magnetic disks. The hardware memory CR2 includes storage areas each having an address. The hardware processor CR1 is configured to control the hardware memory CR2 to store data in a storage area of ​​the hardware memory CR2 and to read data from a storage area of ​​the hardware memory CR2. The hardware memory CR2 may also be referred to as a computer-readable storage medium CR2.

[0196] The electronic controller CR is configured to execute at least one control algorithm of the operating device 10. For example, the electronic controller CR is programmed to execute at least one control algorithm of the operating device 10. The hardware memory CR2 stores at least one program including at least one program instruction. The at least one program is read into the hardware processor CR1, and thereby at least one control algorithm of the operating device 10 is executed based on the at least one program. The electronic controller CR may also be referred to as an electronic controller circuit or circuit system CR. The electronic controller CR may also be referred to as an electronic hardware controller circuit or circuit system CR.

[0197] The structure of the electronic circuit system EC is not limited to the above structure. The structure of the electronic controller CR is not limited to the above structure. The structure of the electronic controller CR is not limited to the hardware processor CR1 and the hardware memory CR2. The electronic circuit system EC can be implemented by separate hardware or a combination of hardware and software. In the present embodiment, the hardware processor CR1 and the hardware memory CR2 are integrated into a single chip, such as an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) or a field programmable gate array (FPGA). However, if necessary or desired, the hardware processor CR1 and the hardware memory CR2 can be separate chips. If necessary or desired, the electronic controller CR can include the hardware processor CR1, the hardware memory CR2, the at least one circuit board CR3, and the system bus CR4. The electronic controller CR can be at least two electronic controllers that are separately set. The electronic circuit system EC can include at least two electronic controllers that are separately set. If necessary or desired, the at least one control algorithm of the operating device 10 can be executed by at least two electronic controllers. The electronic controller CR can include at least two hardware processors that are separately set. The electronic controller CR can include at least two hardware memories that are separately set. If necessary or desired, the at least one control algorithm of the operating device 10 can be executed by at least two hardware processors. If necessary or desired, the at least one control algorithm of the operating device 10 can be stored in at least two hardware memories. If necessary or desired, the electronic circuit system EC can include at least two circuit boards arranged separately. If necessary or desired, the electronic circuit system EC can include at least two system buses arranged separately.

[0198] like Fig.17 As seen in FIG. 1 , the wireless communicator WC is configured to wirelessly communicate with at least one electrical device (such as electrical device BC1 or BC2). The wireless communicator WC is electrically connected to the hardware processor CR1 and the hardware memory CR2 using the at least one substrate CR3 and the system bus CR4. The wireless communicator WC is electrically mounted on the at least one substrate CR3. The wireless communicator WC includes a signal transmitting circuit or circuit system, a signal receiving circuit or circuit system, and an antenna. Therefore, the wireless communicator WC may also be referred to as a wireless communicator circuit or circuit system WC.

[0199] The wireless communicator WC is configured to superimpose a digital signal on a carrier wave using a predetermined wireless communication protocol to wirelessly transmit the signal. For example, the wireless communicator WC is configured to encrypt the signal using an encryption key to generate an encrypted wireless signal. The wireless communicator WC is configured to transmit a wireless signal via an antenna. The wireless communicator WC may be a one-way wireless communication device such as a receiver, or a two-way wireless communication device such as a transceiver.

[0200] For example, wireless communicator WC is configured to receive wireless signals via an antenna. In this embodiment, wireless communicator WC is configured to decode wireless signals to identify signals transmitted from other wireless communicators. Wireless communicator WC is configured to decrypt wireless signals using an encryption key.

[0201] As used herein, the term "wireless communicator" includes a receiver, a transmitter, a transceiver, a transmitter-receiver, and contemplates any one or more individual or combined devices capable of transmitting and / or receiving wireless communication signals, including shift signals or control signals, command signals, or other signals related to certain functions of the controlled components. Here, the wireless communicator WC is configured to at least receive wireless signals. For example, the wireless communicator WC is a two-way wireless transceiver that uses a wireless receiver for wirelessly receiving shift signals and a wireless transmitter for wirelessly transmitting data for two-way wireless communication. In this embodiment, the wireless communicator WC can wirelessly communicate with other bicycle components BC. The wireless control signal of the wireless communicator WC can be a radio frequency (RF) signal, an ultra-wideband communication signal, a radio frequency identification (RFID), Wi-Fi (registered trademark), Zigbee (registered trademark), ANT+ (registered trademark) communication, or Bluetooth (registered trademark) communication or any other type of signal suitable for short-range wireless communication as understood in the bicycle field. It should also be understood that wireless communicator WC may transmit a signal at a specific frequency and / or with an identifier such as a specific code to distinguish the wireless control signal from other wireless control signals. In this way, operating device 10 can identify which control signals will be acted upon and which control signals will not be acted upon. Thus, operating device 10 can ignore control signals from other wireless communicators of other electrical devices.

[0202] In the present embodiment, the electronic circuit system EC includes a wireless communicator WC. However, if necessary or desired, the electronic circuit system EC may include a wired communicator instead of or in addition to the wireless communicator WC. For example, the wired communicator is configured to communicate with at least one electrical device via a cable. In such a modification, the electronic circuit system EC includes a connection port to be connected to the cable.

[0203] like Fig.16As seen in FIG. 1 , the operating device 10 includes a first terminal TM1 and a second terminal TM2. The first terminal TM1 and the second terminal TM2 are electrically connected to the electronic circuit system EC. The first terminal TM1 is made of a metal material. The second terminal TM2 is made of a metal material. When the power supply PS is in a holding state in the holder space 80, the first terminal TM1 can be in contact with the positive terminal of the power supply PS. In the holding state, the second terminal TM2 can be in contact with the negative terminal of the power supply PS. The first terminal TM1 can also be referred to as terminal TM1. The second terminal TM2 can also be referred to as terminal TM2.

[0204] like Fig.17 As seen in FIG. 1 , the electronic controller CR is configured to generate a control signal CS1 in response to a user input operation U1. The electronic controller CR is configured to generate a control signal CS2 in response to a user input operation U2. The electronic controller CR is configured to generate a control signal CS3 in response to a user input operation U3.

[0205] For example, the electronic controller CR is configured to generate a control signal CS1 in response to activation of the first electrical switch SW1. The electronic controller CR is configured to generate a control signal CS2 in response to activation of the second electrical switch SW2. The electronic controller CR is configured to generate a control signal CS3 in response to activation of the third electrical switch SW3.

[0206] The electronic controller CR is configured to control the wireless communicator WC to wirelessly transmit a control signal CS1 in response to a user input operation U1. The electronic controller CR is configured to control the wireless communicator WC to wirelessly transmit a control signal CS2 in response to a user input operation U2. The electronic controller CR is configured to control the wireless communicator WC to wirelessly transmit a control signal CS3 in response to a user input operation U3.

[0207] For example, where the electrical device BC1 includes a gear changer, the control signal CS1 indicates one of an upshift and a downshift of the electrical device BC1. The control signal CS2 indicates the other of an upshift and a downshift of the electrical device BC1. Where the electrical device BC2 includes a rider posture changer such as an adjustable seat post or a suspension, the control signal CS3 indicates a change in the state of the rider posture changer. The electrical device BC1 is not limited to a gear changer. The electrical device BC2 is not limited to a rider posture changer. If needed or desired, each of the electrical devices BC1 and BC2 may include an adjustable seat post, a suspension, a gear changer, a braking device, a lighting device, an auxiliary drive unit, a bicycle computer, a smart phone, a tablet computer, a personal computer, or other types of devices.

[0208] like Fig.18As seen in FIG. 1 , at least one of the first electric switch SW1, the second electric switch SW2, the third electric switch SW3, and the electronic circuit system EC is at least partially disposed in a radial region RR defined around a central axis 22B of the fixture opening 22A. The radial region RR includes a radial inner end RR1 and a radial outer end RR2. The radial region RR is defined between the radial inner end RR1 and the radial outer end RR2.

[0209] In the present embodiment, each of the first electric switch SW1, the second electric switch SW2, the third electric switch SW3, and the electronic circuit system EC is completely disposed in the radial region RR. However, if necessary or desired, at least one of the first electric switch SW1, the second electric switch SW2, the third electric switch SW3, and the electronic circuit system EC may be at least partially disposed outside the radial region RR.

[0210] The radially inner end RR1 has a first diameter DM1. The radially outer end RR2 has a second diameter DM2. For example, the first diameter DM1 is 22 mm. The second diameter DM2 is 70 mm. However, the first diameter DM1 and the second diameter DM2 are not limited to the above diameters.

[0211] In this embodiment, if Fig.16 As seen in FIG. 1 , the at least one substrate CR3 is completely disposed to the operating structure 12. However, as Fig.19 As seen in FIG. 1 , if necessary or desired, the at least one substrate CR3 may be at least partially set to the fixture 20. The at least two substrates CR3 include a first substrate CR31 and a second substrate CR32. The first substrate CR31 is set to the operating structure 12. The second substrate CR32 is set to the fixture 20. The second substrate CR32 is fixed to the fixture 20. The first terminal TM1 and the second terminal TM2 are attached to the fixture 20. The first terminal TM1 and the second terminal TM2 are electrically connected to the second substrate CR32. The second substrate CR32 is configured to be electrically connected to the first substrate CR31 via electrical contacts respectively set to the operating structure 12 and the fixture 20. Therefore, the power supply PS is held by the fixture 20 via the first terminal TM1 and the second terminal TM2.

[0212] In addition, if Fig. 20 As can be seen in Fig.19 The operating device 10 illustrated in the figure omits the second substrate CR32. Fig. 20 In the modification illustrated in FIG. 1 , the first terminals TM1 and the second terminals TM2 are configured to be electrically connected to the first substrate CR31 via electrical contacts provided to the operating structure 12 and the jig 20 , respectively.

[0213] Figures 21 to 34An operating device 210 according to a modification is shown. The operating device 210 has substantially the same structure as that of the operating device 10.

[0214] like Fig.21 As seen in FIG. 1 , the operating device 210 of the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a base structure 32, a first operating member 16, and a second operating member 18. The base structure 32 can be mounted to the human-powered vehicle 2. The base structure 32 can be mounted to the vehicle body 3 of the human-powered vehicle 2. The base structure 32 can be mounted to the handlebar 4 of the human-powered vehicle 2.

[0215] The first operating member 16 is movably connected to the base structure 32 and is configured to receive a first user input operation U1. The second operating member 18 is movably connected to the base structure 32 and is configured to receive a second user input operation U2. The first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 are arranged in the first direction D1. The operating device 210 further includes a third operating member 19. The third operating member 19 is movably connected to the base structure 32 and is configured to receive a third user input operation U3. The operating device 210 does not have a brake lever.

[0216] like Fig. 22 As seen in FIG. 2 , the operating device 210 further includes a first electrical switch SW1 and a second electrical switch SW2. The first electrical switch SW1 is configured to be activated in response to movement of the first operating member 16. The second electrical switch SW2 is configured to be activated in response to movement of the second operating member 18.

[0217] The operating device 210 of the human-powered vehicle 2 includes a light emitter unit 290. The light emitter unit 290 is configured to emit light to the outside of the operating device 210. The light emitter unit 290 is provided at a position corresponding to Figure 5 The light transmitter unit 290 is configured to indicate information related to the human-powered vehicle 2. For example, the information includes at least one of the remaining power of the power source PS, the pairing mode of the operating device 210, the communication state of the operating device 210, the power-on of the operating device 210, the state of the electric device BC1, the state of the electric device BC2, and other notifications.

[0218] As viewed in the second direction D2 intersecting the first direction D1, the light emitter unit 290 is at least partially disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1. In the present embodiment, as viewed in the second direction D2, the light emitter unit 290 is completely disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1. Alternatively, as viewed in the second direction D2, the light emitter unit 290 may be partially disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1.

[0219] The light emitter unit 290 and the third operating member 19 are arranged in a third direction D32 intersecting each of the first direction D1 and the second direction D2. The first operating member 16 has a first width W31 defined in the first direction D1. The second operating member 18 has a second width W32 defined in the first direction D1. The light emitter unit 290 is at least partially disposed in the first operating member region R31, which is defined by the first width W31 in the first direction D1. The light emitter unit 290 is at least partially disposed in the second operating member region R32, which is defined by the second width W32 in the first direction D1. In the present embodiment, the light emitter unit 290 is completely disposed in the first operating member region R31. The light emitter unit 290 is completely disposed in the second operating member region R32. Alternatively, the light emitter unit 290 may be partially disposed in the first operating member region R31. The light emitter unit 290 may be partially disposed in the second operating member region R32 The first direction D1 intersects the central axis 20B of the jig 20 .

[0220] like Fig.23 and 24 As seen in FIG. 2 , the light emitter unit 290 at least partially protrudes from at least one of the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 as viewed in the first direction D1.

[0221] like Fig.23 As seen in FIG. 2 , the light emitter unit 290 partially protrudes from the first operating member 16 as viewed in the first direction D1. Alternatively, if needed or desired, the light emitter unit 290 may be provided to completely protrude from the first operating member 16 as viewed in the first direction D1.

[0222] like Fig.24 As seen in FIG. 2 , the light emitter unit 290 partially protrudes from the second operating member 18 as viewed in the first direction D1. Alternatively, if needed or desired, the light emitter unit 290 may be provided to completely protrude from the second operating member 18 as viewed in the first direction D1.

[0223] like Fig.25 As shown in FIG. 1 , the light emitter unit 290 includes a light emitter 292 and a light transmission member 294. The light emitter 292 is configured to emit light. The light transmission member 294 is configured to transmit the light emitted from the light emitter 292. The light transmission member 294 is configured to transmit the light emitted from the light emitter 292 to the outside of the operating device 210. The light emitter 292 includes at least one light emitting diode (LED).

[0224] like Fig.21 As seen in FIG. 1 , at least one of the light emitter 292 and the light transmission member 294 is at least partially disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1 as viewed in the second direction D2. In the present embodiment, the light emitter 292 is completely disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1 as viewed in the second direction D2. The light transmission member 294 is completely disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1 as viewed in the second direction D2. Alternatively, if necessary or desired, the light emitter 292 may be partially disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1 as viewed in the second direction D2. If necessary or desired, the light transmission member 294 may be partially disposed between the first operating member 16 and the second operating member 18 in the first direction D1 as viewed in the second direction D2.

[0225] like Fig.25 As seen in FIG. 2 , the light emitter unit 290 includes an additional member 296 coupled to the light transmission member 294. The additional member 296 is configured to partially cover the light transmission member 294. The light transmission member 294 is partially exposed from the additional member 296.

[0226] like Fig.26 and 27 As seen in FIG. 2 , the additional component 296 includes an opening 296A. The light-transmitting component 294 is at least partially disposed in the opening 296A. The additional component 296 includes an interior space 296B. The interior space 296B includes the opening 296A. The light-transmitting component 294 is at least partially disposed in the interior space 296B. For example, the light-transmitting component 294 is partially disposed in the opening 296A. The light-transmitting component 294 is partially disposed in the interior space 296B.

[0227] like Fig.26 and 27 As seen in FIG. 2 , the additional component 296 is a separate component from the second base body 40. However, as Figures 28 to 31 As seen in FIG. 2 , additional components 296 may be integrally provided with the second base body 40 if needed or desired.

[0228] exist Fig.28 and 29 In the modification depicted in , the light transmission member 294 is at least partially disposed in the opening 296A. The light transmission member 294 is at least partially disposed in the interior space 296B. For example, the light transmission member 294 is partially disposed in the opening 296A. The light transmission member 294 is completely disposed in the interior space 296B.

[0229] exist Fig.30 and 31 In the modification depicted in , the light-transmitting member 294 is at least partially disposed in the opening 296A. The light-transmitting member 294 is at least partially disposed in the interior space 296B. For example, the light-transmitting member 294 is completely disposed in the opening 296A. The light-transmitting member 294 is completely disposed in the interior space 296B.

[0230] like Fig.26 and 27 As seen in FIG, the light-transmitting member 294 is integrally provided as a one-piece, unitary member with at least a portion of the base structure 32. The light-transmitting member 294 is integrally provided as a one-piece, unitary member with the second base body 40 of the base structure 32. Alternatively, the light-transmitting member 294 may be a separate member from the second base body 40 of the base structure 32, if needed or desired.

[0231] The light transmission member 294 has a first light transmittance. The additional member 296 has a second light transmittance. The first light transmittance is higher than the second light transmittance. For example, the second light transmittance is zero. That is, the additional member 296 is configured to block light to be emitted from the light transmission member 294 except for light emitted through the opening 296A of the additional member 296. In the present embodiment, the second base body 40 has a first light transmittance because the light transmission member 294 is integrally provided with the second base body 40 as a one-piece integral member. The light transmission member 294 is made of a translucent material. An example of the material of the light transmission member 294 includes acrylonitrile-ethylene-styrene (ABS) resin. Alternatively, if necessary or desired, the light transmission member 294 may be at least partially made of a transparent material.

[0232] like Fig.26 and 27 As shown in FIG. 2 , the operating device 210 further includes a substrate CR3. The substrate CR3 has a first surface CR3A and a second surface CR3B. The second surface CR3B is disposed on the opposite side of the first surface CR3A.

[0233] like Fig.26As can be seen in FIG. 1 , the first electric switch SW1 and the second electric switch SW2 are arranged on the first surface CR3A. The first electric switch SW1 and the second electric switch SW2 are electrically mounted on the first surface CR3A. The switch circuit SW11 of the first electric switch SW1 is arranged on the first surface CR3A. The switch circuit SW21 of the second electric switch SW2 is arranged on the first surface CR3A. The switch circuit SW11 of the first electric switch SW1 is electrically mounted on the first surface CR3A. The switch circuit SW21 of the second electric switch SW2 is electrically mounted on the first surface CR3A.

[0234] like Fig. 27 As shown in FIG. 1 , the third electrical switch SW3 is disposed on the first surface CR3A. The third electrical switch SW3 is electrically mounted on the first surface CR3A.

[0235] like Fig.26 As seen in FIG. 2 , the light emitter 292 is disposed on the first surface CR3A. The light emitter 292 is electrically mounted on the first surface CR3A. The substrate CR3 is fastened to the base structure 32 with at least one fastener, such as a screw. Thus, the light emitter 292 is fixedly coupled to the base structure 32.

[0236] like Fig.32 As seen in FIG. 2 , the light emitter 292 is at least partially disposed between the first electrical switch SW1 and the second electrical switch SW2 in the first direction D1 as viewed in the second direction D2. For example, the light emitter 292 is completely disposed between the first electrical switch SW1 and the second electrical switch SW2 in the first direction D1 as viewed in the second direction D2. Alternatively, if necessary or desired, the light emitter 292 may be partially disposed between the first electrical switch SW1 and the second electrical switch SW2 in the first direction D1 as viewed in the second direction D2.

[0237] like Fig.33 As seen in FIG. 1 , the electronic controller CR is disposed on the second surface CR3B. The wireless communicator WC is at least partially disposed on the second surface CR3B. The wireless communicator WC includes a wireless communicator circuit WC1 and an antenna WC2. The wireless communicator circuit WC1 is electrically connected to the antenna WC2. The wireless communicator circuit WC1 is configured to wirelessly communicate with another wireless communicator via the antenna WC2. The wireless communicator circuit WC1 includes a signal transmitting circuit or circuit system and a signal receiving circuit or circuit system. The wireless communicator circuit WC1 is disposed on the second surface CR3B.

[0238] exist Fig.33 In the embodiment, the electronic controller CR and the wireless communicator circuit WC1 are integrally provided as a one-piece chip. Alternatively, the electronic controller CR may be provided separately from the wireless communicator circuit WC1 if needed or desired.

[0239] The operating device 210 further includes a terminal TM1. The terminal TM1 is configured to be in contact with the power source PS. The operating device 210 further includes a terminal TM2. The terminal TM2 is configured to be in contact with the power source PS.

[0240] The terminal TM1 is provided on at least one of the first surface CR3A and the second surface CR3B. The terminal TM2 is provided on at least one of the first surface CR3A and the second surface CR3B.

[0241] like Fig.34 As seen in, for example, the terminal TM1 is arranged on the second surface CR3B. The terminal TM2 is arranged on the second surface CR3B. Alternatively, if necessary or desired, the terminal TM1 can be arranged on the first surface CR3A or on both the first surface CR3A and the second surface CR3B. If necessary or desired, the terminal TM2 can be arranged on the first surface CR3A or on both the first surface CR3A and the second surface CR3B. In the case where the terminal TM1 is arranged on both the first surface CR3A and the second surface CR3B, the power supply PS includes at least two power supplies arranged on the first surface CR3A and the second surface CR3B, and the terminal TM1 includes at least two terminal parts arranged on the first surface CR3A and the second surface CR3B. In the case where the terminal TM2 is arranged on both the first surface CR3A and the second surface CR3B, the power supply PS includes at least two power supplies arranged on the first surface CR3A and the second surface CR3B, and the terminal TM2 includes at least two terminal parts arranged on the first surface CR3A and the second surface CR3B.

[0242] like Fig.35 As seen in , the electronic circuit system EC includes a light emitter driver LD. The light emitter driver LD is electrically connected to the light emitter 292 to control at least one of the voltage and current applied to the light emitter 292. The light emitter driver LD is configured to manage at least one of the voltage and current of the light emitter 292, and is configured to control the light emission of the light emitter 292 by supplying sufficient current to the light emitter 292. The light emitter driver LD is electrically connected to the electronic controller CR. The electronic controller CR is configured to control the light emitter 292 via the light emitter driver LD. The electronic controller CR is configured to control the light emitter 292 to be turned on or off via the light emitter driver LD. The electronic controller CR is configured to control the light emitter 292 to change the color of the light emitted from the light emitter 292 via the light emitter driver LD. The electronic controller CR is configured to control the light emitter 292 to change the light emission mode of the light emitter 292 via the light emitter driver LD.

[0243] The electronic circuit system EC includes a power supply controller PC. The power supply controller PC is configured to control a voltage supplied from a power supply PS to stabilize operations of the electronic controller CR and the light emitter driver LD.

[0244] The electronic circuit system EC includes a reset controller RC. The reset controller RC is configured to operate the electronic controller CR in a low temperature environment or when the remaining power of the power supply PS is low. For example, in order to increase the remaining power of the power supply PS to a power sufficient to supply power from the power supply controller PC to the electronic controller CR, the reset controller RC is configured to control the power supply controller PC to interrupt the power supplied from the power supply controller PC to the electronic controller CR when the remaining power of the power supply PS is low.

[0245] like Fig.32 As seen in FIG. 1 , the light emitter driver LD, the power controller PC, and the reset controller RC are disposed on the first surface CR3A of the substrate CR3. The light emitter driver LD is at least partially disposed between the first electrical switch SW1 and the second electrical switch SW2 in the first direction D1. In the first direction D1, the first electrical switch SW1 is closer to the light emitter driver LD than the second electrical switch SW2. A first distance DS11 defined between the first electrical switch SW1 and the light emitter driver LD in the first direction D1 is greater than a second distance DS12 defined between the second electrical switch SW2 and the light emitter driver LD in the first direction D1. Alternatively, if necessary or desired, in the first direction D1, the second electrical switch SW2 may be closer to the light emitter driver LD than the first electrical switch SW1. If necessary or desired, the first distance DS11 may be less than or equal to the second distance DS12.

[0246] The first electrical switch SW1 has a first length L1 defined in the third direction D32. The second electrical switch SW2 has a second length L2 defined in the third direction D32. The first electrical switch SW1 defines a first switch region SR1 in the third direction D32. The first switch region SR1 corresponds to the first length L1. The second electrical switch SW2 defines a second switch region SR2 in the third direction D32. The second switch region SR2 corresponds to the second length L2. The light emitter 292 is at least partially disposed in the first switch region SR1. The light emitter 292 is at least partially disposed in the second switch region SR2. For example, the light emitter 292 is completely disposed in the first switch region SR1. The light emitter 292 is completely disposed in the second switch region SR2. Alternatively, if necessary or desired, the light emitter 292 may be partially disposed in the first switch region SR1. If necessary or desired, the light emitter 292 may be partially disposed in the second switch region SR2.

[0247] The third electrical switch SW3 has a third length L3 defined in the first direction D1. The third electrical switch SW3 defines a third switch region SR3 in the first direction D1. The third switch region SR3 corresponds to the third length L3. The light emitter 292 is at least partially disposed in the third switch region SR3. For example, the light emitter 292 is completely disposed in the third switch region SR3. Alternatively, if necessary or desired, the light emitter 292 may be partially disposed in the third switch region SR3.

[0248] like Fig.32 As seen in FIG. 1 , as viewed in the second direction D2, the light emitter 292 is at least partially disposed in the terminal region TR2, which is defined as the outline of the terminal TM2. In a state where the power supply PS is disposed in the retainer space 80 (see, for example, Fig.13 ), as viewed in the second direction D2, the light emitter 292 is at least partially disposed in the battery area BR defined as the outline of the power source PS. For example, as viewed in the second direction D2, the light emitter 292 is partially disposed in the terminal area TR2. In a state where the power source PS is disposed in the holder space 80 (see, for example Fig.13 ), as viewed in the second direction D2, the light emitter 292 is completely disposed in the battery region BR. Alternatively, if necessary or desired, the light emitter 292 may be completely disposed in the terminal region TR2 as viewed in the second direction D2. If necessary or desired, in a state where the power source PS is disposed in the holder space 80 (see, for example Fig.13 ), as viewed in the second direction D2, the light emitter 292 may be partially disposed in the battery region BR.

[0249] The second electric switch SW2 is arranged to at least partially overlap with at least one of the electronic controller CR and the wireless communicator WC as viewed in the second direction D2. For example, the second electric switch SW2 is arranged to partially overlap with the electronic controller CR and the wireless communicator WC as viewed in the second direction D2. Alternatively, if necessary or desired, the second electric switch SW2 may be arranged to completely overlap with at least one of the electronic controller CR and the wireless communicator WC as viewed in the second direction D2.

[0250] As viewed in the second direction D2, the second electric switch SW2 is closer to the antenna WC2 than the first electric switch SW1. As viewed in the second direction D2, the third electric switch SW3 is closer to the antenna WC2 than the second electric switch SW2.

[0251] exist Fig.32 In the modification described in Fig.32 The positional relationship depicted in .

[0252] like Fig.36 and 37 As seen in , the limiting member 75 can be attached to the fastener 70. The limiting member 75 is attached to the fastener 70 to limit the fastener 70 from falling off the clamp 20. For example, the limiting member 75 has an annular shape and includes a hole 75A. The fastener 70 extends through the hole 75A. The limiting member 75 is made of a non-metallic material or a metallic material. Examples of non-metallic materials include elastic materials. Examples of fasteners 70 include non-metallic washers, metal washers, snap rings, O-rings, C-rings, and pins.

[0253] The base structure 32 includes a through hole 74. The fastener 70 extends through the through hole 74. The fastener 70 includes a fastener body 70B and a head 70H. The head 70H is provided to one end of the fastener body 70B. The fastener body 70B includes an external threaded portion 70A. The external threaded portion 70A engages with the threaded hole 72 to fasten the operating structure 12 to the clamp 20 of the base structure 32.

[0254] like Fig.36 As can be seen in FIG. 1 , the limiting member 75 has an outer length L4. The hole 75A has an inner diameter DM4. The through hole 74 has an inner diameter DM5. The external threaded portion 70A has an outer diameter DM6. The outer length L4 of the limiting member 75 is greater than the inner diameter DM5 of the through hole 74. The inner diameter DM4 of the hole 75A is smaller than the outer diameter DM6 of the external threaded portion 70A. Therefore, as shown in FIG. Fig.37 As can be seen in FIG. 1 , when the fastener 70 is not threadedly engaged with the operating structure 12 , the restricting member 75 restricts the fastener 70 from falling off from the through hole 74 .

[0255] like Fig.36 As seen in FIG. 1 , the base structure 32 includes a first contact portion 77. The operating structure 12 includes a second contact portion 79. In a state where the fastener 70 is threadedly engaged with the operating structure 12, the first contact portion 77 contacts the second contact portion 79. In a state where the fastener 70 is threadedly engaged with the operating structure 12, the limiting member 75 is spaced apart from both the first contact portion 77 and the second contact portion 79. Therefore, in a state where the fastener 70 is threadedly engaged with the operating structure 12, the limiting member 75 is not disposed between the first contact portion 77 and the second contact portion 79.

[0256] 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, parts, groups, wholes, and / or steps, but do not exclude the presence of other unstated features, elements, parts, groups, wholes, and / or steps. This concept also applies to words with similar meanings, for example, the terms "have", "include" and their derivatives.

[0257] 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.

[0258] Ordinal numbers such as “first” and “second” cited in this application are merely identifiers and do not have any other meanings, such as a specific order, etc. In addition, 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”.

[0259] 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.

[0260] The terms "a", "one or more" and "at least one" are used interchangeably herein.

[0261] As used in the present disclosure, the phrase “at least one of…” means “one or more” of the desired options. As an example, as used in the present disclosure, if the number of options is two, the phrase “at least one of…” means “only a single option” or “two of the two options”. As another example, as used in the present disclosure, if the number of options is equal to or greater than three, the phrase “at least one of…” means “only a single option” or “any combination of equal to or greater than two options”. 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) both A and B, (5) both B and C, (6) both A and C, and (7) all of 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”.

[0262] Finally, as used herein, terms of degree such as "substantially", "approximately", and "approximately" refer to a reasonable amount of deviation of the modified term so that the end result will not be significantly changed. All numerical values ​​described in this application may be interpreted as including terms such as "substantially", "approximately", and "approximately".

[0263] Obviously, many modifications and adaptations 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-powered vehicle, the operating device comprising: a base structure mountable to the human-powered vehicle; a first operating member pivotably coupled to the base structure about a first pivot axis; a second operating member pivotably coupled to the base structure about a second pivot axis, the first operating member and the second operating member being arranged in the first direction; a first electrical switch disposed at least partially between the first operating member and the base structure; a second electrical switch disposed at least partially between the second operating member and the base structure; as well as At least one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis extends along the first direction.

2. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein: At least one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis is parallel to the first direction.

3. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein: The first pivot axis coincides with the second pivot axis.

4. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein: The second operating member is spaced apart from the first operating member in the first direction.

5. The operating device according to claim 1, further comprising: a third operating member, the third operating member being at least partially disposed between the first operating member and the second operating member in the first direction, the third operating member being movable relative to the base structure in a second direction intersecting the first direction; as well as A third electrical switch is at least partially disposed between the third operating member and the base structure, the third electrical switch being configured to be activated in response to movement of the third operating member.

6. The operating device according to claim 5, wherein: The base structure includes a clamp, The clamp includes a clamp opening through which the handlebar will extend, the clamp opening having a central axis, The third operating member includes a third inclined surface, and The third inclined surface is neither parallel to nor perpendicular to a central axis of the clamp opening.

7. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein: One of the first operating member and the second operating member is arranged to avoid overlapping with the other of the first operating member and the second operating member as viewed in a third direction perpendicular to one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis.

8. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein: The base structure includes a clamp, and The clamp is configured to couple the base structure and a handlebar of the human powered vehicle.

9. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein: The clamp includes a clamp opening through which the handlebar will extend, the clamp opening having a central axis, The base structure has a base width defined as a maximum width of the base structure along a central axis of the fixture opening, The clamp opening has a clamp width defined as a minimum width of the clamp opening along a central axis of the clamp opening, and A ratio of the clamp width to the base width is less than or equal to 45%.

10. The operating device according to claim 9, wherein: The first operating member has a first width defined along a central axis of the clamp opening, The second operating member has a second width defined along a central axis of the clamp opening, and At least one of a first ratio of the clamp width to the first width and a second ratio of the clamp width to the second width is less than or equal to 45%.

11. The operating device according to claim 9, wherein: At least one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis is disposed outside of a region defined by a clamp width along a central axis of the clamp opening as viewed along at least one of the first pivot axis and the second pivot axis.

12. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein: The first operating member includes a first end and a first additional end, and The first additional end is disposed closer to the first pivot axis than the first end.

13. The operating device according to claim 12, wherein: In an installed state where the base structure is mounted to a handlebar of the human-powered vehicle, the first end is configured to be disposed closer to a handlebar grip of the handlebar than the first attachment end.

14. The operating device according to claim 13, wherein: The base structure includes a clamp, The clamp is configured to couple the base structure to a handlebar of the human-powered vehicle, The clamp includes a clamp opening through which the handlebar will extend, the clamp opening having a central axis, The first operating member includes a first inclined surface, and The first inclined surface is neither parallel nor perpendicular to a central axis of the clamp opening.

15. The operating device according to claim 14, wherein: The first inclined surface includes a first surface end and a first additional surface end, and extends between the first surface end and the first additional surface end, The first surface end is configured to be disposed closer to a handlebar grip of the handlebar than the first additional surface end when the base structure is mounted to the handlebar. A first distance is radially defined between the first inclined surface and a central axis of the clamp opening as viewed in the first direction, and The first inclined surface is inclined to reduce the first distance from the first additional surface end toward the first surface end.

16. The operating device according to claim 1, further comprising: a first pivot pin extending along said first pivot axis; as well as a second pivot pin extending along said second pivot axis, wherein The first pivot pin pivotably couples the first operating member and the base structure about the first pivot axis, and The second pivot pin pivotably couples the second operating member and the base structure.

17. The operating device according to claim 16, wherein: The second pivot pin is a separate member from the first pivot pin.

18. The operating device according to claim 16, further comprising: a third operating member, the third operating member being at least partially disposed between the first operating member and the second operating member in the first direction, The third operating member is movable relative to the base structure between a third rest position and a third operating position, and At least one of the first pivot pin and the second pivot pin is contactable with the third operating member to position the third operating member in the third rest position.

19. The operating device according to claim 1, wherein: A reference plane is defined to be perpendicular to the first direction and is disposed between the first region and the second region to separate the first region from the second region, The first operating member is disposed in the first region, and The second operating member is disposed in the second area.

20. The operating device according to claim 19, wherein: The second operating member has a shape symmetrical to that of the first operating member with respect to the reference plane as viewed along the reference plane.

21. The operating device according to claim 1, further comprising: The light emitter unit is at least partially disposed between the first operating member and the second operating member in the first direction as viewed in a second direction intersecting the first direction.

22. An operating device for a human-powered vehicle, the operating device comprising: a base structure mountable to the human-powered vehicle; a first operating member movably coupled to the base structure and configured to receive a first user input operation; a second operating member movably coupled to the base structure and configured to receive a second user input operation, the first operating member and the second operating member being arranged in a first direction; as well as The light emitter unit is at least partially disposed between the first operating member and the second operating member in the first direction as viewed in a second direction intersecting the first direction.

23. The operating device according to claim 22, wherein: The light emitter unit at least partially protrudes from at least one of the first operating member and the second operating member as viewed in the first direction.

24. The operating device according to claim 22, further comprising: a third operating member movably coupled to the base structure and configured to receive a third user input operation, wherein The light emitter unit and the third operating member are arranged in a third direction intersecting each of the first direction and the second direction.

25. The operating device according to claim 22, wherein: The light transmitter unit comprises a light transmitter and a light transmission member, The light emitter is configured to emit light, and The light-transmitting member is configured to transmit light emitted from the light emitter.

26. The operating device according to claim 25, wherein: At least one of the light emitter and the light transmitting member is at least partially disposed between the first operating member and the second operating member in the first direction as viewed in the second direction.

27. The operating device according to claim 25, wherein: The light-transmitting member is integrally provided with at least a portion of the base structure as a one-piece, unitary member.

28. The operating device according to claim 25, wherein: The light transmitter unit comprises an additional member coupled to the light transmitting member, The light-transmitting member has a first light transmittance, The additional member has a second light transmittance, and The first light transmittance is higher than the second light transmittance.

29. The operating device according to claim 28, wherein: The additional member comprises an opening, and The light-transmitting member is at least partially disposed in the opening.

30. The operating device according to claim 25, further comprising: a first electrical switch configured to be activated in response to movement of the first operating member; as well as a second electrical switch configured to be activated in response to movement of the second operating member, wherein The light emitter is at least partially arranged between the first electrical switch and the second electrical switch in the first direction as viewed in the second direction.

31. The operating device according to claim 25, further comprising: a substrate having a first surface and a second surface disposed on an opposite side of the first surface, the light emitter being disposed on the first surface; as well as A terminal is configured to contact a power source, and the terminal is disposed on at least one of the first surface and the second surface.

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