A foldable electric bicycle turn signal
By designing foldable turn signals for electric bicycles, the problem of turn signals being easily damaged has been solved, thus reducing the risk of scratches and damage and maintenance costs.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- TIANJIN XINGRU TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-10-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-31
AI Technical Summary
The turn signals of existing electric bicycles are easily damaged by external contact, increasing the risk of traffic accidents and resulting in high maintenance costs.
Design a foldable electric bicycle turn signal. When not in use, the turn signal body is placed in the storage slot of the vehicle body. It is then pushed out by a spring shaft and pulled back into the storage slot by a push block and connecting plate. In the popped-out state, the indication range can be further extended by a horizontal push block.
This reduces the risk of scratches and damage to turn signals caused by them protruding from the vehicle body for extended periods, while maintaining the turn signal indication function and reducing maintenance costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of turn signal technology, and in particular to a foldable electric bicycle turn signal. Background Technology
[0002] Turn signals are key components for transmitting turn and lane change signals on electric bicycles. Currently, most mainstream electric bicycle turn signals adopt a fixed protruding structure, symmetrically located on both sides of the handlebars or the frame. In order to ensure the recognition range, they need to extend beyond the outline of the frame. They are mostly made of plastic, which has poor resistance to scratches and impacts.
[0003] This design makes the turn signals susceptible to damage from external contact, increasing the risk of traffic accidents. Furthermore, the frequent replacement of damaged turn signals raises maintenance costs and inconvenience for users. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a design solution that can reduce the risk of turn signal damage from scratches on electric bicycles. Summary of the Invention
[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a foldable electric bicycle turn signal. When not in use, the turn signal body is placed in the storage slot of the vehicle body. When turning is needed, the turn signal body is pushed out by a spring shaft. After use, the turn signal body is pulled back into the storage slot by a push block and a connecting plate. When the turn signal body is in the popped-out state, the turn signal body can be further extended outward by operating the horizontal push block to increase the indication range. This achieves the goal of fully retaining the original turn signal indication function while reducing the risk of scratches and damage caused by the turn signal protruding from the vehicle body for a long time.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a foldable electric bicycle turn signal, including a vehicle body, a storage groove on the vehicle body, a sliding groove in the storage groove, a push block in the sliding groove, the push block being connected to a connecting plate, the other end of the connecting plate being connected to the bottom of the turn signal body, a horizontal push block being connected to the side of the turn signal body, the turn signal body and the horizontal push block being connected by a spring shaft, and the horizontal push block being disposed on the vehicle body.
[0006] Preferably, a limiting groove is provided at the rear end of the storage slot, and a limiting block is provided in the limiting groove.
[0007] Preferably, the push block is provided with a slot for engaging with the limiting block.
[0008] Preferably, a push block groove is provided in the center of the slide, and the bottom of the push block is connected to a drive mechanism.
[0009] Preferably, the push block is hinged to the connecting plate via a connecting shaft one, the connecting plate is hinged to the turn signal body via a connecting shaft two, and the bottom of the turn signal body is provided with a connecting groove.
[0010] Preferably, a buffer block is provided on the push block, and the buffer block is located next to the spring shaft.
[0011] Preferably, the spring shaft is provided with a circuit line connected to the turn signal body, and the other end of the circuit line is connected to the power supply and controller in the electric bicycle.
[0012] Therefore, this utility model adopts the above-mentioned foldable electric bicycle turn signal. When the turn signal body is not in use, it is placed in the storage slot of the vehicle body. When turning is needed, the turn signal body is pushed out by the spring shaft. After use, the turn signal body is pulled back into the storage slot by the push block and the connecting plate. When the turn signal body is in the popped-out state, the turn signal body can be extended outward by operating the horizontal push block to increase the indication range. This realizes that while fully retaining the original turn signal indication function, the risk of scratches and damage caused by the turn signal protruding from the vehicle body for a long time is reduced.
[0013] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Attached Figure Description
[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a foldable electric bicycle turn light embodiment in its stowed state according to this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded state of an embodiment of a foldable electric bicycle turn light according to this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the extended state of an embodiment of a foldable electric bicycle turn light according to this utility model; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the circuit structure in an embodiment of a foldable electric bicycle turn light according to this utility model.
[0015] Figure Labels 1. Vehicle body; 2. Limiting block; 3. Push block; 4. Connecting plate; 5. Turn signal body; 6. Horizontal push block; 7. Buffer block; 8. Spring shaft; 9. Storage groove; 10. Slide groove; 11. Card slot; 12. Connecting groove; 13. Push block groove; 14. Limiting groove; 15. Connecting shaft one; 16. Connecting shaft two. Detailed Implementation
[0016] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0017] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this utility model shall have the ordinary meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this utility model pertains. The terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this utility model do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Terms such as "comprising" or "including" mean that the element or object preceding the word encompasses the elements or objects listed following the word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. Terms such as "connected" or "linked" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. Terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are used only to indicate relative positional relationships; when the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.
[0018] Example 1 This utility model provides a foldable electric bicycle turn signal, such as Figure 1 As shown, the vehicle includes a body 1, which has a storage slot 9. When the turn signal is not in use, the turn signal body 5 is placed in the storage slot 9 and is in a stored state. The storage slot 9 has a sliding groove 10, and a push block 3 is provided in the sliding groove 10. The push block 3 is hinged to the connecting plate 4 through a connecting shaft 15. The other end of the connecting plate 4 is hinged to the turn signal body 5 through a connecting shaft 16. The other end of the turn signal body 5 is connected to a horizontal push block 6. The turn signal body 5 and the horizontal push block 6 are connected by a spring shaft 8.
[0019] A push block groove 13 is provided in the center of the slide groove 10. The push block 3 is connected to the drive mechanism through the push block groove 13. The drive mechanism can drive the push block 3 to slide along the slide groove 10, thereby driving the connecting plate 4 and the turn signal body 5 to move together.
[0020] A limiting groove 14 is provided on the rear section of the storage slot 9, and a limiting block 2 is provided in the limiting groove 14. A slot 11 is provided on the push block 3. When the turn signal body 5 is in the storage state, the limiting block 2 is locked in the slot 11 of the push block 3, so that the push block 3 is locked, thereby preventing the turn signal body 5 from being ejected by the elastic force of the spring shaft 8.
[0021] like Figure 2 As shown, when the turn signal is needed, the limiting block 2 retracts, the push block 3 is no longer restricted, the turn signal body 5 is ejected, and the turn signal body 5 is in the unfolded state. The spring shaft 8 contains electrical wiring, such as... Figure 4 As shown, one end of the circuit line is connected to the turn signal body 5, and the other end is connected to the power supply and controller of the electric bicycle. When the turn signal body 5 is activated, it lights up to indicate the turn.
[0022] A buffer block 7 is provided on the horizontal push block 6. The buffer block 7 is located next to the spring shaft 8. When the turn signal body 5 pops out, the buffer block 7 absorbs the impact and limits the rotation angle of the turn signal body 5.
[0023] like Figure 3 As shown, the lateral push block 6 is mounted on the vehicle body 1. The lateral push block 6 can move outward, causing the turn signal body 5 to extend further outward to increase the light indication range. When the lateral push block 6 moves outward to the farthest position, the connecting plate 4 is embedded in the connecting groove 12 at the bottom of the turn signal body 5, and the turn signal body 5 turns into the extended state.
[0024] The foldable electric bicycle turn signal described in this embodiment operates as follows: When the turn signal is not in use, the turn signal body 5 is stored in the storage slot 9 of the vehicle body 1. At this time, the push block 3 is constrained by the limit block 2 in the limit slot 14, so that the push block 3 is locked in the slide groove 10. The turn signal body 5 is kept in the storage state due to the locking of the push block 3.
[0025] When the turn signal is needed, the limit block 2 retracts and disengages from the slot 11 of the push block 3, releasing the push block 3 from its lock. Under the action of the spring shaft 8, the turn signal body 5 pops out. During this process, the built-in circuit of the spring shaft 8 is activated as the turn signal body 5 pops out, and the turn signal body 5 illuminates synchronously, realizing the turn signal indication function. At the same time, the buffer block 7 on the horizontal push block 6 absorbs the impact energy when the turn signal body 5 pops out and limits the rotation angle of the turn signal body 5.
[0026] If it is necessary to expand the range of the light indication, the horizontal push block 6 can be moved outward, causing the turn signal body 5 to extend further outward.
[0027] After use, the horizontal push block 6 moves inward, and the drive mechanism drives the push block 3 to slide in the opposite direction along the slide groove 10. The push block 3 pulls the turn signal body 5 back into the storage groove 9 through the connecting plate 4. The limit block 2 pops out and gets into the slot 11 of the push block 3. The push block 3 is locked again, and the turn signal body 5 returns to the storage state.
[0028] Therefore, this utility model adopts the above-mentioned foldable electric bicycle turn signal. When the turn signal body is not in use, it is placed in the storage slot of the vehicle body. When turning is needed, the turn signal body is pushed out by the spring shaft. After use, the turn signal body is pulled back into the storage slot by the push block and the connecting plate. When the turn signal body is in the popped-out state, the turn signal body can be extended outward by operating the horizontal push block to increase the indication range. This realizes that while fully retaining the original turn signal indication function, the risk of scratches and damage caused by the turn signal protruding from the vehicle body for a long time is reduced.
[0029] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and not to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can still be made to the technical solution of this utility model, and these modifications or equivalent substitutions cannot cause the modified technical solution to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model.
Claims
1. A foldable electric bicycle turn signal, characterized by: The vehicle includes a vehicle body, on which a storage slot is provided. A sliding groove is provided in the storage slot, and a push block is provided in the sliding groove. The push block is connected to a connecting plate. The other end of the connecting plate is connected to the bottom of the turn signal body. A horizontal push block is connected to the side of the turn signal body. The turn signal body and the horizontal push block are connected by a spring shaft. The horizontal push block is disposed on the vehicle body.
2. A foldable electric bicycle turn signal according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rear section of the storage slot is provided with a limiting groove, and a limiting block is provided in the limiting groove.
3. A foldable electric bicycle turn signal according to claim 2, wherein: The pusher block is provided with a slot for engaging with the limiting block.
4. A foldable electric bicycle turn signal according to claim 1, characterized in that: A push block groove is provided in the center of the slide, and the bottom of the push block is connected to a drive mechanism.
5. A foldable electric bicycle turn signal according to claim 1, characterized in that: The push block is hinged to the connecting plate via a connecting shaft one, and the connecting plate is hinged to the turn signal body via a connecting shaft two. The bottom of the turn signal body is provided with a connecting groove.
6. A foldable electric bicycle turn signal according to claim 1, characterized in that: A buffer block is provided on the horizontal push block, and the buffer block is located next to the spring shaft.
7. A foldable electric bicycle turn signal according to claim 1, characterized in that: The spring shaft is provided with a circuit line that is connected to the turn signal body, and the other end of the circuit line is connected to the power supply and controller in the electric bicycle.