Bicycle pedal with quick release mechanism

Abstract

The utility model discloses a bicycle pedal with a quick release mechanism, which comprises a connecting rod, an anti-skidding light reflecting mechanism, a quick clamping mechanism and a clamping auxiliary mechanism, and the anti-skidding light reflecting mechanism comprises a pedal plate, a central sleeve, a central rod, a light reflecting strip and an anti-skidding groove. The quick clamping mechanism comprises a clamping pipe, a clamping rod, a pressing groove, a pressing plate, an inner pushing block, a moving block and a compressed spring frame, the anti-skid light reflecting mechanism improves the safety and functionality of the pedal in the using process by arranging an anti-skid groove and symmetrically-installed light reflecting strips, and the quick clamping mechanism improves the service life of the pedal through the clamping pipe, the clamping rod and a matched structure of the clamping pipe and the clamping rod which are ingeniously designed. According to the clamping auxiliary mechanism, quick assembly and disassembly between the pedal and the connecting rod are achieved, quick assembly and disassembly of the pedal can be achieved, the clamping auxiliary mechanism further improves the precision and reliability of quick disassembly operation through cooperation of a moving ring, a moving plate and a spring pin, and loosening caused by misoperation is prevented through the fixed design of the spring pin and the moving plate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of bicycle pedal technology, and more specifically, to a bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] Given the current technological context, bicycle pedals are an important component that comes into direct contact with the rider's feet during cycling. However, there are still some obvious problems and shortcomings in traditional bicycle pedal systems.

[0003] Many current bicycle pedal designs lack anti-slip devices, especially when riding in the rain or on muddy roads. Due to the slippery soles of shoes, the feet can easily slip off the pedals, which not only seriously affects the stability and efficiency of riding, but may also lead to accidents caused by accidental slips. In addition, many traditional pedals lack reflective design, which is a significant safety hazard when riding at night or in low-light environments.

[0004] Secondly, traditional threaded structures require tools to screw the pedal rod into the connecting rod of the bicycle chainring. For ordinary users, the installation process is relatively complicated, especially without professional tools, making it time-consuming and laborious. In actual use, the pedal is one of the parts that is easily worn or damaged. When the pedal needs to be replaced or repaired, users still need to use tools to disassemble it, which is a lengthy and inconvenient process.

[0005] Even more serious is that, in order to improve the complexity of traditional pedal installation, some designs have tried to introduce simple plug-in connection mechanisms. However, these simple connection methods often neglect the structural robustness. The pedals are prone to loosening or falling off during high-intensity riding. Plug-in pedals may loosen due to mechanical wear during long-term use, further aggravating stability problems and affecting the lifespan of the device. Utility Model Content

[0006] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0007] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides a bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art, such as the lack of anti-slip and reflective design, the overly complicated connection between the pedal and the external chainring, and the unstable simple installation.

[0008] (II) Technical Solution

[0009] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism, comprising a connecting rod, an anti-slip reflective mechanism, a quick-connect mechanism, and a connecting auxiliary mechanism. The anti-slip reflective mechanism includes a pedal, a center sleeve, a center rod, reflective strips, and anti-slip grooves. The center sleeve is located in the center of the pedal, and the center rod can extend into the center sleeve for rotational support. The reflective strips are symmetrically installed on both sides of the pedal, and the anti-slip grooves are located on both ends of the pedal. One end of the center rod is connected to one end of the connecting rod. The quick-connect mechanism includes a connecting tube, a connecting rod, a pressing groove, a pressure plate, an inner push block, a moving block, and a spring frame. The connecting rod can extend into the interior of the connecting tube, the pressing groove is located on the side wall of the connecting rod, the pressure plate is annularly installed on the side wall of the connecting rod, the moving block slides obliquely on the inner wall of the connecting tube, the spring frame is installed on the side of the moving block, and the inner push block can push the moving block to press the spring frame against the bottom of the pressing groove and the pressure plate.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that the locking auxiliary mechanism includes a moving ring, a moving plate, a fixed plate, a spring pin, and a paddle. The moving ring is longitudinally slidably mounted on the outer wall of the locking tube. The moving ring is slidably linked with the inner push ring. The moving plate is mounted on the top of the moving ring. The fixed plate is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the locking tube. The spring pin is mounted on both ends of the fixed plate. The paddle is mounted on the side of the spring pin. One end of the spring pin can press against the moving plate to fix the moving plate and the moving ring. By moving the paddle in the opposite direction, the spring pin can be moved away from the moving plate.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that one end of the connecting rod is connected to an external gear plate, and a connecting plate is installed at the bottom of the side wall of the clamping tube, and the connecting plate is fixedly installed on one end face of the connecting rod. The connecting plate is fixed on one end face of the connecting rod to provide additional support and stability, and to prevent the foot pedal and the connecting rod from loosening during use.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that the two ends of the movable plate are provided with mating grooves, and one end of the spring pin can be inserted into the mating groove, so that the movable plate and the movable ring are fixed on the outer wall of the clamping tube. The spring pin can fix the movable ring and the movable plate by cooperating with the mating groove, and prevent loosening caused by misoperation.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that a connecting bearing is installed inside the center sleeve, and the outer wall of the center rod is connected to the connecting bearing. The cooperation between the connecting bearing and the center rod can significantly reduce rotational friction and improve the smoothness and durability of the pedal rotation.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that one end of the central sleeve is provided with a connecting groove, and one end of the snap-fit ​​rod is connected to the connecting groove. The snap-fit ​​rod extends into the snap-fit ​​tube to realize the quick assembly and disassembly of the pedal and other parts of the bicycle, which is convenient for carrying and replacement.

[0015] The present invention is further configured such that an inclined rail is installed on the inner wall of the card tube, and the moving block is inclined and slidably disposed on the inclined rail. The inclined rail design enables the moving block to slide at an angle, thereby improving the accuracy and stability of the quick release operation.

[0016] The present invention is further configured such that a mounting bolt is installed on the reflective strip, and the mounting bolt passes through the reflective strip to fix it to the side of the foot pedal. The reflective strip is fixed to the foot pedal by the mounting bolt, which is simple and stable and ensures the reliability of the reflective strip in long-term use.

[0017] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0018] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism, which has the following advantages:

[0019] This utility model incorporates an anti-slip reflective mechanism. By incorporating anti-slip grooves and symmetrically installed reflective strips, the mechanism enhances the safety and functionality of the pedals during use. The anti-slip grooves at both ends of the pedals effectively prevent foot slippage during riding, increasing the pedals' grip and improving riding stability. The symmetrically installed reflective strips provide a striking visual signal when riding in low light or at night, thereby improving riding safety and visibility.

[0020] This utility model is equipped with a quick-connect mechanism. Through the cleverly designed connecting tube, connecting rod and their cooperating structure, the quick-connect mechanism realizes the quick assembly and disassembly between the foot pedal and the connecting rod. It enables the foot pedal to be installed and removed quickly, which is convenient for users to use when carrying or repairing it, and greatly improves the convenience of use. Through the cooperation of the clamping groove, pressure plate and other structures, the connection is ensured to be firm and prevent the foot pedal from loosening or falling off during use.

[0021] This utility model is equipped with a snap-fit ​​auxiliary mechanism. The snap-fit ​​auxiliary mechanism, through the cooperation of the moving ring, the moving plate and the spring pin, further improves the accuracy and reliability of the quick-release operation. The fixed design of the spring pin and the moving plate prevents loosening caused by misoperation, ensuring the safety and stability of the quick-release mechanism. The moving ring and the moving plate can be unlocked or fixed by simply flicking the lever. The operation is convenient and quick, while avoiding the inconvenience caused by complicated operation. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the device in the unused state of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram illustrating the connection method between the central rod and the snap-fit ​​rod in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the central sleeve in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the quick-connect mechanism and the connecting auxiliary mechanism in this utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the quick-connect mechanism and the connecting auxiliary mechanism in this utility model.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Connecting rod; 2. Foot pedal; 3. Center sleeve; 4. Center rod; 5. Reflective strip; 6. Anti-slip groove; 7. Clip-on tube; 8. Clip-on rod; 9. Pressing groove; 10. Pressure plate; 11. Inward push block; 12. Moving block; 13. Compression spring frame; 14. Moving ring; 15. Moving plate; 16. Fixed plate; 17. Spring pin; 18. Paddle; 19. Connecting plate; 20. Mating groove; 21. Connecting bearing; 22. Connecting groove; 23. Inclined rail; 24. Mounting bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0028] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0029] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0030] In this utility model, unless otherwise stated, the orientations used, such as "up" and "down", usually refer to the direction shown in the accompanying drawings, or to the vertical, perpendicular, or gravitational direction; similarly, for ease of understanding and description, "left" and "right" usually refer to the left and right shown in the accompanying drawings; "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of each component itself, but the above directional terms are not used to limit this utility model.

[0031] Please see Figures 1-5A bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism includes a connecting rod 1, an anti-slip reflective mechanism, a quick-locking mechanism, and a locking auxiliary mechanism. The anti-slip reflective mechanism includes a pedal 2, a center sleeve 3, a center rod 4, reflective strips 5, and anti-slip grooves 6. The center sleeve 3 is located in the center of the pedal 2. The center rod 4 can extend into the center sleeve 3 for rotational support. The reflective strips 5 are symmetrically installed on both sides of the pedal 2. The anti-slip grooves 6 are located on both ends of the pedal 2. One end of the center rod 4 is connected to one end of the connecting rod 1. The quick-connect mechanism includes a connecting tube 7, a connecting rod 8, a clamping groove 9, a pressure plate 10, an inner push block 11, a moving block 12, and a compression spring frame 13. The connecting rod 8 can extend into the interior of the connecting tube 7. The clamping groove 9 is provided on the side wall of the connecting rod 8. The pressure plate 10 is annularly mounted on the side wall of the connecting rod 8. The moving block 12 slides obliquely and directionally on the inner wall of the connecting tube 7. The compression spring frame 13 is mounted on the side of the moving block 12. The inner push block 11 can push the moving block 12, causing the compression spring frame 13 to press against the bottom of the clamping groove 9 and the pressure plate 10.

[0032] In this embodiment, the anti-slip groove 6 effectively increases the friction between the foot and the surface of the pedal 2, preventing the foot from slipping during pedaling and improving riding safety and comfort. The reflective strip 5 is fixed to the side of the pedal 2 by the mounting bolt 24. The reflective strip 5 can enhance the visibility of the bicycle by reflecting external light at night or in low-light environments, ensuring riding safety. One end of the center rod 4 is connected to the connecting rod 1, allowing the pedal 2 to rotate freely to adapt to the movement trajectory of the foot during riding, and enabling quick installation and removal of the center rod 4 and the connecting rod 1. One end of the snap-fit ​​rod 8 can be inserted into the snap-fit ​​tube 7 to form a connection. When the snap-fit ​​rod 8 is inserted into the snap-fit ​​tube 7, the clamping groove 9 and the pressure plate 10 firmly fix the snap-fit ​​rod 8. The inner push block 11 causes the moving block 12 to slide on the inclined rail 23 on the inner wall of the snap-fit ​​tube 7. When the snap-fit ​​rod 8 is inserted, the pressure spring frame 13 presses against the clamping groove 9 and the pressure plate 10 to achieve a tight fixation. When disassembly is required, the inner push block 11 moves in the opposite direction and pushes the moving block 12 in the opposite direction through the clamping spring, so that the clamping groove 9 and the pressure plate 10 are loosened from the pressure spring frame 13, achieving a quick disconnection.

[0033] The locking auxiliary mechanism includes a moving ring 14, a moving plate 15, a fixed plate 16, a spring pin 17, and a lever 18. The moving ring 14 is longitudinally slidably mounted on the outer wall of the locking tube 7. The moving ring 14 is slidably linked with the inner push ring. The moving plate 15 is mounted on the top of the moving ring 14. The fixed plate 16 is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the locking tube 7. The spring pin 17 is mounted on both ends of the fixed plate 16. The lever 18 is mounted on the side of the spring pin 17. One end of the spring pin 17 can press against the moving plate 15 to fix the moving plate 15 and the moving ring 14. By moving the lever 18 in the opposite direction, the spring pin 17 can be moved away from the moving plate 15.

[0034] In this embodiment, the movable ring 14 is installed on the outer wall of the snap-fit ​​tube 7 and can slide longitudinally along the outer wall. The movable ring 14 slides in conjunction with the inner push block 11 to help push the movable block 12, thereby realizing the auxiliary operation of the quick snap-fit ​​mechanism. The spring pin 17 is installed at both ends of the fixed plate 16, which is fixed to the outer wall of the snap-fit ​​tube 7. When the movable ring 14 and the movable plate 15 move to the appropriate position, one end of the spring pin 17 will be inserted into the mating groove 20 on the movable plate 15, thereby fixing the position of the movable plate 15 and the movable ring 14 and ensuring the snap-fit ​​state is stable. When unlocking is required, the lever 18 is moved, and the spring pin 17 will move away from the mating groove 20, thereby releasing the movable plate 15 and making the snap-fit ​​mechanism enter the detachable state.

[0035] Please see Figures 1-5 As a supplementary embodiment of a bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism, which includes an anti-slip reflective mechanism, a quick-locking mechanism, and a locking auxiliary mechanism: one end of the connecting rod 1 is connected to an external gear plate; a connecting plate 19 is installed at the bottom of the side wall of the locking tube 7, and the connecting plate 19 is fixedly installed on one end face of the connecting rod 1; both ends of the moving plate 15 have mating grooves 20, and one end of the spring pin 17 can extend into the mating groove 20, so that the moving plate 15 and the moving ring 14 are fixed on the outer wall of the locking tube 7; a connecting bearing 21 is installed inside the center sleeve 3, and the outer wall of the center rod 4 is connected to the connecting bearing 21; one end of the center sleeve 3 has a connecting groove 22, and one end of the locking rod 8 is connected to the connecting groove 22; an inclined rail 23 is installed on the inner wall of the locking tube 7, and the moving block 12 is inclined and slidably set on the inclined rail 23; a mounting bolt 24 is installed on the reflective strip 5, and the mounting bolt 24 passes through the reflective strip 5 to fix it to the side of the pedal 2.

[0036] More specifically, one end of the center rod 4 is connected to the connecting rod 1 of the bicycle, and the pedal can rotate freely through the pedal rotation mechanism. The locking rod 8 is inserted into the locking tube 7 to form the first physical connection. After the locking rod 8 is inserted into place, the quick locking mechanism completes the firm connection between the pedal and the bicycle through the cooperation of the pressure plate 10, the pressure groove 9 and the moving block 12. The locking auxiliary mechanism further enhances the connection stability and provides additional locking protection through the cooperation of the moving ring 14, the spring pin 17 and the paddle 18. When riding, the anti-slip groove 6 reduces the possibility of foot slippage and enhances riding efficiency. The reflective strip 5 provides nighttime safety protection and makes the vehicle easier to identify in low light conditions. By operating the paddle 18, the spring pin 17 is disengaged from the mating groove 20, releasing the fixed state of the locking auxiliary mechanism. Using the reverse moving push block 11, the reaction force of the compression spring frame 13 is used to disengage the compression spring frame 13 from the pressure groove 9 and the pressure plate 10, and the locking rod 8 is pulled out of the locking tube 7 to achieve quick disassembly of the pedal.

[0037] In summary, when the overall equipment is in use or operation: when the anti-slip reflective mechanism is required, the anti-slip groove 6 can effectively increase the friction between the foot and the surface of the pedal 2, preventing the foot from slipping when pedaling, thus improving riding safety and comfort. The reflective strip 5 is fixed to the side of the pedal 2 by the mounting bolt 24. The reflective strip 5 can enhance the visibility of the bicycle by reflecting external light at night or in low light conditions, ensuring riding safety. One end of the center rod 4 is connected to the connecting rod 1, allowing the pedal 2 to rotate freely to adapt to the movement trajectory of the foot during riding.

[0038] When the quick-connect mechanism is needed, it enables the rapid installation and disassembly of the center rod 4 and the connecting rod 1. One end of the snap-fit ​​rod 8 can be inserted into the snap-fit ​​tube 7 to form a connection. When the snap-fit ​​rod 8 is inserted into the snap-fit ​​tube 7, the clamping groove 9 and the pressure plate 10 firmly fix the snap-fit ​​rod 8. The inner push block 11 causes the moving block 12 to slide on the inclined rail 23 on the inner wall of the snap-fit ​​tube 7. When the snap-fit ​​rod 8 is inserted, the pressure spring frame 13 presses against the clamping groove 9 and the pressure plate 10 to achieve a tight fixation. When disassembly is required, the inner push block 11 moves in the opposite direction and pushes the moving block 12 in the opposite direction through the clamping spring, so that the clamping groove 9 and the pressure plate 10 are released from the pressure spring frame 13, achieving a quick disconnection.

[0039] When the snap-fit ​​auxiliary mechanism is required to operate, the movable ring 14 is installed on the outer wall of the snap-fit ​​tube 7 and can slide longitudinally along the outer wall. The movable ring 14 slides in conjunction with the inner push block 11 to help push the movable block 12, thereby realizing the auxiliary operation of the quick snap-fit ​​mechanism. The spring pin 17 is installed at both ends of the fixed plate 16, which is fixed to the outer wall of the snap-fit ​​tube 7. When the movable ring 14 and the movable plate 15 move to the appropriate position, one end of the spring pin 17 will insert into the mating groove 20 on the movable plate 15, thereby fixing the position of the movable plate 15 and the movable ring 14 and ensuring a stable snap-fit ​​state. When unlocking is required, the lever 18 is moved, and the spring pin 17 will move away from the mating groove 20, thereby releasing the movable plate 15 and making the snap-fit ​​mechanism enter the detachable state.

[0040] One end of the center rod 4 is connected to the connecting rod 1 of the bicycle, and the pedal can rotate freely through the pedal rotation mechanism. The locking rod 8 is inserted into the locking tube 7 to form the first physical connection. When the locking rod 8 is inserted into place, the quick locking mechanism completes the firm connection between the pedal and the bicycle through the cooperation of the pressure plate 10, the pressure groove 9 and the moving block 12. The locking auxiliary mechanism further enhances the connection stability and provides additional locking protection through the cooperation of the moving ring 14, the spring pin 17 and the paddle 18. When riding, the anti-slip groove 6 reduces the possibility of foot slippage and enhances riding efficiency. The reflective strip 5 provides nighttime safety protection and makes the vehicle easier to be identified in low light conditions. By operating the paddle 18, the spring pin 17 is disengaged from the mating groove 20, releasing the fixed state of the locking auxiliary mechanism. Using the reverse moving push block 11, the reaction force of the compression spring frame 13 is used to disengage the compression spring frame 13 from the pressure groove 9 and the pressure plate 10, and the locking rod 8 is pulled out of the locking tube 7 to achieve quick disassembly of the pedal.

[0041] Of all the solutions mentioned above, those involving the connection between two components can be selected according to the actual situation, such as welding, bolt and nut connection, bolt or screw connection, or other known connection methods, which will not be elaborated here. For all the fixed connections mentioned above, welding is preferred. Although embodiments of this utility model have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this utility model. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism, comprising a connecting rod (1), an anti-slip reflective mechanism, a quick-locking mechanism, and a locking auxiliary mechanism, characterized in that: The anti-slip reflective mechanism includes a foot pedal (2), a center sleeve (3), a center rod (4), reflective strips (5), and anti-slip grooves (6). The center sleeve (3) is located in the center of the foot pedal (2). The center rod (4) can extend into the center sleeve (3) for rotational support. The reflective strips (5) are symmetrically installed on both sides of the foot pedal (2). The anti-slip grooves (6) are located on both ends of the foot pedal (2). One end of the center rod (4) is connected to one end of the connecting rod (1). The quick-connect mechanism includes a connecting tube (7), a connecting rod (8), and a clamping groove (7). 9) Pressure plate (10), inner push block (11), moving block (12) and pressure spring frame (13), the snap-fit ​​rod (8) can extend into the inside of the snap-fit ​​tube (7), the pressing groove (9) is set on the side wall of the snap-fit ​​rod (8), the pressure plate (10) is installed in a ring on the side wall of the snap-fit ​​rod (8), the moving block (12) slides obliquely on the inner wall of the snap-fit ​​tube (7), the pressure spring frame (13) is installed on the side of the moving block (12), the inner push block (11) can push the moving block (12) so that the pressure spring frame (13) presses against the bottom of the pressing groove (9) and the pressure plate (10).

2. A bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking auxiliary mechanism includes a moving ring (14), a moving plate (15), a fixed plate (16), a spring pin (17), and a lever (18). The moving ring (14) is longitudinally slidably mounted on the outer wall of the locking tube (7). The moving ring (14) is linked to the inner push ring and is slidably mounted. The moving plate (15) is mounted on the top of the moving ring (14). The fixed plate (16) is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the locking tube (7). The spring pin (17) is mounted on both ends of the fixed plate (16). The lever (18) is mounted on the side of the spring pin (17). One end of the spring pin (17) can press against the moving plate (15) to fix the moving plate (15) and the moving ring (14). By moving the lever (18) in the opposite direction, the spring pin (17) can be moved away from the moving plate (15).

3. A bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the connecting rod (1) is connected to the external gear plate, and a connecting plate (19) is installed at the bottom of the side wall of the clamping pipe (7), and the connecting plate (19) is fixedly installed on one end face of the connecting rod (1).

4. A bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The movable plate (15) has mating grooves (20) at both ends, and one end of the spring pin (17) can be inserted into the mating groove (20) so that the movable plate (15) and the movable ring (14) are fixed on the outer wall of the clamping tube (7).

5. A bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The center sleeve (3) is equipped with a connecting bearing (21), and the outer wall of the center rod (4) is connected to the connecting bearing (21).

6. A bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the central sleeve (3) is provided with a connecting groove (22), and one end of the snap-fit ​​rod (8) is connected to the connecting groove (22).

7. A bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the card tube (7) is provided with a sloping rail (23), and the moving block (12) is slidably mounted on the sloping rail (23).

8. A bicycle pedal with a quick-release mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reflective strip (5) is provided with a mounting bolt (24), and the mounting bolt (24) passes through the reflective strip (5) to fix it to the side of the foot pedal (2).

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