Horizontal testing machine for suspension fork

By designing a level testing machine for suspension forks, a high-precision level test of suspension forks was achieved using hydraulic devices and fixing mechanisms. This solves the problem of low testing accuracy in existing technologies and improves the installation accuracy and overall performance of bicycle suspension forks.

CN223966069UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-03RONGLUN MACHINERY (KUNSHAN) CO LTD
View PDF 0 Cites 0 Cited by

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-09
Publication Date
2026-03-03

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In existing technologies, the levelness detection of suspension forks relies on simple hand tools and experience-based judgment, which has low accuracy and is easily affected by human factors, making it difficult to meet the high-precision requirements of high-performance bicycles for the levelness of suspension forks.

Method used

A shock-absorbing fork level testing machine was designed, including a support frame, transmission plate, support plate, hydraulic device and fixing mechanism. The hydraulic device drives the connecting sleeve and limit sleeve to perform level testing, and the fixing clamping plate and threaded shaft are used to achieve stable fixation of the testing equipment to ensure testing accuracy.

Benefits of technology

It achieves high-precision, high-speed detection of the levelness of the suspension fork, reduces human error, and improves the accuracy of bicycle suspension fork installation and overall performance.

✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.

Smart Images

  • Figure CN223966069U_ABST
    Figure CN223966069U_ABST
Patent Text Reader

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of horizontal testing machines, and discloses a suspension fork horizontal testing machine which comprises a supporting frame, the top of the supporting frame is fixedly connected with a transmission plate, the left side of the top of the transmission plate is fixedly connected with a supporting plate, and the front end and the rear end of the top of the right side of the supporting plate are fixedly connected with second fixing plates. A hydraulic press is fixedly connected between every two adjacent fixing plates II, a connecting rod is fixedly connected to the bottom of each hydraulic press, a semicircular plate is fixedly connected to the right side of each connecting rod, a connecting sleeve is fixedly connected to the right side of each semicircular plate, and a first connecting shaft is slidably connected to the inner wall of each connecting sleeve; the other end of the first connecting shaft is fixedly connected with a connecting plate. According to the utility model, in order to better carry out a horizontal test on the suspension fork, the top of the support frame is fixedly connected with the transmission plate, so that the connecting plate fixed at the other end of the connecting sleeve drives the limiting sleeve to carry out the horizontal test.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of level testing machine technology, and in particular to a level testing machine for shock-absorbing front forks. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, high-performance mountain bikes and road bikes have become increasingly popular among consumers. These bikes, operating on complex terrain, place extremely high demands on the performance and precision of their suspension forks. They require not only excellent shock absorption but also precise fork leveling to ensure riding stability and handling. To improve product quality and market competitiveness, bicycle manufacturers need to conduct rigorous quality testing on suspension forks. Leveling, as a crucial quality indicator for suspension forks, directly impacts the overall performance and safety of the bicycle. Therefore, efficient and precise testing equipment is essential to ensure consistent product quality.

[0003] Currently, most level testing machines on the market consist of a test bench and a test stand. In the early stages of bicycle production and repair, the levelness of suspension forks was mainly determined by simple hand tools and experience. A ruler or level was placed against the suspension fork, and its levelness was judged by visual inspection. This method was not only inaccurate but also highly susceptible to human factors, making it difficult to accurately measure minute level deviations. With the development of cycling, especially the popularization of high-performance mountain bikes and road bikes, riders have increasingly higher requirements for bicycle handling and comfort. As one of the key factors affecting the riding experience, the levelness of the suspension fork directly relates to the stability and steering precision of the bicycle during riding. Therefore, a high-precision and high-efficiency testing device is needed to ensure that the levelness of the suspension fork meets the requirements. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a shock absorber fork level testing machine, which aims to improve the existing technology where the detection of the level of the shock absorber fork mainly relies on simple hand tools and experience judgment. A ruler or level is placed against the shock absorber fork, and its levelness is judged by visual observation. This method has the problem of low accuracy.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model adopts the following technical solution: a shock-absorbing front fork leveling test machine, including a support frame, a transmission plate fixedly connected to the top of the support frame, a support plate fixedly connected to the top left side of the transmission plate, and two fixing plates fixedly connected to the front and rear ends of the top right side of the support plate. Hydraulic actuators are fixedly connected between adjacent fixing plates, a connecting rod is fixedly connected to the bottom of the hydraulic actuator, a semi-circular plate is fixedly connected to the right side of the connecting rod, a connecting sleeve is fixedly connected to the right side of the semi-circular plate, a connecting shaft is slidably connected to the inner wall of the connecting sleeve, a connecting plate is fixedly connected to the other end of the connecting shaft, a limit sleeve is fixedly connected to the right side of the connecting plate, and a fixing mechanism is provided at each of the four corners of the bottom of the support frame. The fixing mechanism is used to fix the equipment.

[0006] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0007] The fixing mechanism includes a fixing plate, the outer wall of which is fixedly connected to the four corners of the bottom of the support frame. The inner wall of the fixing plate is slidably connected to threaded shafts on both the left and right sides. The bottom of the multiple threaded shafts is fixedly connected to a connecting shaft II. The bottom of the connecting shaft II is fixedly connected to a rotating shaft. The two ends of the rotating shaft are rotatably connected to a fixing plate I. The outer wall of the threaded shaft is threadedly connected to a threaded sleeve.

[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0009] A mounting plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixing plate, and protective plates are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the support frame.

[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0011] Handles are fixedly connected to the middle of the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the transmission plate, and anti-slip sleeves are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the handles.

[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0013] A fixed shaft is fixedly connected between two adjacent support frames, and a controller is fixedly connected to the top left side of the left support frame.

[0014] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0015] A protective plate is fixedly connected to the top left side of the support plate, and soft pads are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the support plate.

[0016] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0017] The outer wall of the limiting sleeve is slidably connected to a drive shaft, and the bottom of the drive shaft is fixed to the top right side of the drive plate.

[0018] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0019] Protective strips are fixedly connected to the front and rear ends of the top left side of the support frame, and protective strips are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the left side of the support frame. Protective pads are fixedly connected to the left and right ends of the outer wall of the transmission plate.

[0020] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0021] 1. In this utility model, in order to better test the level of the shock-absorbing front fork, a transmission plate is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame, and a support plate is fixedly connected to the top left side of the transmission plate. Fixing plates two are fixed to the front and rear ends of the right side of the support plate, and a hydraulic device is fixed between the two fixing plates two, so that the connecting plate fixed to the other end of the connecting sleeve drives the limiting sleeve to perform the level test.

[0022] 2. In this utility model, in order to make the test more accurate and prevent the shaking from affecting the test data, a fixing plate is fixedly connected at the four corners of the bottom of the support frame. The fixing plate is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting plate by the slots opened on the front and rear sides of the fixing plate. The rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the fixing plate. By rotating the rotating shaft, the threaded sleeve connected to the outer wall of the threaded shaft is fixed to it, thereby achieving the effect of fixing the testing equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional view of the front side of the support frame for the shock-absorbing fork horizontal testing machine proposed in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of the support plate for the shock-absorbing front fork horizontal testing machine proposed in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the transmission plate of the shock-absorbing front fork horizontal testing machine proposed in this utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of the fixing plate of the shock-absorbing front fork horizontal testing machine proposed in this utility model;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the threaded shaft of the shock-absorbing front fork horizontal testing machine proposed in this utility model.

[0028] Legend:

[0029] 1. Support frame; 2. Fixing mechanism; 201. Fixing clamping plate; 202. Threaded shaft; 203. Connecting shaft two; 204. Rotating shaft; 205. Threaded sleeve; 206. Fixing plate one; 3. Transmission plate; 4. Support plate; 5. Fixing plate two; 6. Hydraulic unit; 7. Connecting rod; 8. Semicircular plate; 9. Connecting sleeve; 10. Connecting shaft one; 11. Connecting plate; 12. Limiting sleeve; 13. Transmission shaft; 14. Protective plate; 15. Handle; 16. Anti-slip sleeve; 17. Protective strip; 18. Controller; 19. Protective strip; 20. Mounting plate; 21. Fixing shaft; 22. Protective plate; 23. Protective pad; 24. Soft pad. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0031] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 3 An embodiment of this utility model provides a shock-absorbing front fork level testing machine, including a support frame 1. A transmission plate 3 is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame 1. A support plate 4 is fixedly connected to the top left side of the transmission plate 3. Fixing plates 5 are fixedly connected to the front and rear ends of the top right side of the support plate 4. Hydraulic devices 6 are fixedly connected between adjacent fixing plates 5. A connecting rod 7 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the hydraulic device 6. A semi-circular plate 8 is fixedly connected to the right side of the connecting rod 7. A connecting sleeve 9 is fixedly connected to the right side of the semi-circular plate 8. A connecting shaft 10 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the connecting sleeve 9. A connecting plate 11 is fixedly connected to the other end of the connecting shaft 10. A limit sleeve 12 is fixedly connected to the right side of the connecting plate 11. Fixing mechanisms 2 are provided at the four corners of the bottom of the support frame 1. The fixing mechanisms 2 are used to fix the equipment.

[0032] Specifically, the top of the support frame 1 is designed to be securely fixedly connected to the transmission plate 3. The transmission plate 3 is located above the support frame 1, and its top left side is fixedly connected to the support plate 4. The front and rear ends of the top right side of the support plate 4 are both securely fixedly connected to the fixing plates 5. There are multiple fixing plates 5, and they are fixedly connected to each other by hydraulic devices 6. The bottom of the hydraulic devices 6 is fixedly connected to the connecting rod 7. The right side of the connecting rod 7 is fixedly connected to the semi-circular plate 8, and the right side of the semi-circular plate 8 is fixedly connected to the connecting sleeve 9. The other end of the connecting shaft 10 is fixedly connected to the connecting plate 11. The right side of the connecting plate 11 is fixedly connected to the limiting sleeve 12. In addition, fixing mechanisms 2 are provided at the four corners of the bottom of the support frame 1. These fixing mechanisms 2 are designed to fix the equipment and ensure the stability of the equipment during use.

[0033] Please see the appendix Figure 4 - Appendix Figure 5 The fixing mechanism 2 includes a fixing locking plate 201. The outer wall of the fixing locking plate 201 is fixedly connected to the four corners of the bottom of the support frame 1. The inner wall of the fixing locking plate 201 is slidably connected to the left and right sides of the threaded shaft 202. The bottom of the multiple threaded shafts 202 is fixedly connected to the connecting shaft 203. The bottom of the connecting shaft 203 is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft 204. The two ends of the rotating shaft 204 are rotatably connected to the fixing plate 206. The outer wall of the threaded shaft 202 is threadedly connected to the threaded sleeve 205.

[0034] Specifically, threaded shafts 202 with sliding connections are designed on both the left and right sides of the inner wall of the described fixed locking plate 201. A specific component connecting shaft 203 is fixedly connected to the bottom of each threaded shaft 202. A rotating shaft 204 is further fixedly connected to the bottom of this component connecting shaft 203. The two ends of the rotating shaft 204 are designed to be rotatably connected to two fixed plates 206. This ensures that the rotating shaft 204 can rotate flexibly during use. In addition, a threaded sleeve 205 is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded shaft 202. This design can increase the connection strength between the threaded shaft 202 and the threaded sleeve 205, ensuring the stability and durability of the entire structure.

[0035] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 3The bottom of the fixed plate 206 is fixedly connected to the mounting plate 20. The front and rear sides of the support frame 1 are fixedly connected to the protective plates 22. The front and rear sides of the support frame 1 are equipped with protective plates 22. These protective plates 22 are fixedly connected to the support frame 1 to provide additional protection and prevent external impact or accidental collision from damaging the support frame 1. The outer wall of the transmission plate 3 is fixedly connected to the middle of the front and rear sides. The outer wall of the handle 15 is fixedly connected to the anti-slip sleeve 16. The two adjacent support frames 1 are fixedly connected to the fixed shaft 21. The top left side of the left support frame 1 is fixedly connected to the controller 18.

[0036] Specifically, the bottom of the fixed plate 206 is designed to be fixedly connected to the mounting plate 20. This design ensures the stability and reliability of the fixed plate 206, enabling it to firmly support the entire device. To facilitate user operation, handles 15 are fixedly connected to the middle of the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the transmission plate 3. These handles 15 not only make it easy for users to grip, but also have anti-slip sleeves 16 fixedly connected to the outer wall to improve safety and comfort when gripping. A fixed shaft 21 is also fixedly connected between two adjacent support frames 1, which helps to maintain a stable distance between the support frames 1 and ensure the structural integrity of the entire device. Finally, a controller 18 is fixedly connected to the top left side of the left support frame 1. The controller 18 is used to control the operation of the entire device, and its position is designed to facilitate monitoring and control by the operator.

[0037] Please see the appendix Figure 2 - Appendix Figure 4 A protective plate 14 is fixedly connected to the top left side of the support plate 4, and soft pads 24 are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the support plate 4. A transmission shaft 13 is slidably connected to the outer wall of the limiting sleeve 12. The bottom of the transmission shaft 13 is fixed to the top right side of the transmission plate 3. Protective strips 17 are fixedly connected to the front and rear ends of the top left side of the support frame 1. Protective strips 19 are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the left side of the support frame 1. Protective pads 23 are fixedly connected to the left and right ends of the outer wall of the transmission plate 3. The bottom of the transmission shaft 13 is fixed to the top right side of the transmission plate 3. This design can ensure the stability and accuracy of the transmission shaft 13 during operation. In order to further protect the transmission plate 3, protective pads 23 are fixedly connected to the left and right ends of its outer wall. These protective pads 23 can prevent the transmission plate 3 from colliding or rubbing during use, thereby protecting the integrity and functionality of the transmission plate 3.

[0038] Specifically, a protective plate 14 is fixedly connected to the top left side of the support plate 4. This design can effectively protect the support plate 4 from damage caused by external factors during use. At the same time, in order to increase the stability and durability of the support plate 4, soft pads 24 are fixedly connected to its front and rear sides. These soft pads 24 can absorb the vibration and impact generated during use, thereby extending the service life of the support plate 4. Finally, in order to protect the front and rear ends of the top left side of the support frame 1, protective strips 17 are fixedly connected. These protective strips 17 can prevent the support frame 1 from being impacted or scratched during use. At the same time, protective strips 19 are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the left side of the support frame 1. These protective strips 19 can further enhance the protective performance of the support frame 1 and ensure the stability and safety of the support frame 1 in various working environments.

[0039] Working principle: In order to better test the level of the shock absorber fork, a transmission plate 3 is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame 1, and a support plate 4 is fixedly connected to the top left side of the transmission plate 3. Fixing plates 5 are fixed to the front and rear ends of the right side of the support plate 4. A hydraulic device 6 is fixed between the two fixing plates 5, so that the hydraulic device 6 can drive the bottom fixed connecting rod 7 to transmit power. The semi-circular plate 8 fixed at the other end of the connecting rod 7 will drive the connecting sleeve 9 to move horizontally while rotating, so that the connecting plate 11 fixed at the other end of the connecting sleeve 9 drives the limiting sleeve 12 to perform the level test.

[0040] To ensure more accurate testing and prevent the impact of shaking on test data, fixed locking plates 201 are fixedly connected at the four corners of the bottom of the support frame 1. The locking plates 201 are used to engage the top fixed plate 206 of the mounting plate 20 through the slots on the front and rear sides. Rotating shafts 204 are rotatably connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the fixed plate 206. By rotating the rotating shafts 204, the connecting shaft 203 fixed to the outer wall of the rotating shaft 204 can drive the threaded sleeve 205 fixed at the top to engage in the outer wall of the fixed locking plate 201. At the same time, the threaded sleeve 205 threaded to the outer wall of the threaded shaft 202 fixes it, thus achieving the effect of fixing the testing equipment.

[0041] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A shock-absorbing fork leveling test machine, comprising a support frame (1), characterized in that: A transmission plate (3) is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame (1). A support plate (4) is fixedly connected to the top left side of the transmission plate (3). A second fixing plate (5) is fixedly connected to the front and rear ends of the top right side of the support plate (4). A hydraulic device (6) is fixedly connected between adjacent second fixing plates (5). A connecting rod (7) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the hydraulic device (6). A semi-circular plate (8) is fixedly connected to the right side of the connecting rod (7). A connecting sleeve (9) is fixedly connected to the right side of the semi-circular plate (8). A connecting shaft (10) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the connecting sleeve (9). A connecting plate (11) is fixedly connected to the other end of the connecting shaft (10). A limit sleeve (12) is fixedly connected to the right side of the connecting plate (11). A fixing mechanism (2) is provided at each of the four corners of the bottom of the support frame (1). The fixing mechanism (2) is used to fix the equipment.

2. The shock-absorbing fork leveling test machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing mechanism (2) includes a fixing locking plate (201). The outer wall of the fixing locking plate (201) is fixedly connected to the four corners at the bottom of the support frame (1). The inner wall of the fixing locking plate (201) is slidably connected to the left and right sides with threaded shafts (202). The bottom of the multiple threaded shafts (202) is fixedly connected to the connecting shaft two (203). The bottom of the connecting shaft two (203) is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft (204). The two ends of the rotating shaft (204) are rotatably connected to the fixing plate one (206). The outer wall of the threaded shaft (202) is threadedly connected to the threaded sleeve (205).

3. The shock-absorbing fork leveling test machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom of the fixed plate (206) is fixedly connected to the mounting plate (20), and the front and rear sides of the support frame (1) are fixedly connected to the protective plates (22).

4. The shock-absorbing fork leveling test machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: A handle (15) is fixedly connected to the middle of the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the transmission plate (3), and an anti-slip sleeve (16) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the handle (15).

5. The shock-absorbing fork leveling test machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fixed shaft (21) is fixedly connected between the two adjacent support frames (1), and a controller (18) is fixedly connected to the top left side of the left support frame (1).

6. The shock-absorbing fork leveling test machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: A protective plate (14) is fixedly connected to the top left side of the support plate (4), and soft pads (24) are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the support plate (4).

7. The shock-absorbing fork leveling test machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall of the limiting sleeve (12) is slidably connected to a drive shaft (13), and the bottom of the drive shaft (13) is fixed to the top right side of the drive plate (3).

8. The shock-absorbing fork leveling test machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support frame (1) has protective strips (17) fixedly connected to the front and rear ends of the top left side, and protective strips (19) fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the left side, and protective pads (23) fixedly connected to the left and right ends of the outer wall of the transmission plate (3).