Wheel locking arrangement and bicycle wheel arrangement

Abstract

Wheel securing arrangement (12; 212), comprising: a securing shaft (23) comprising a central axis (A1), a first shaft end (28) and a second shaft end (30), opposite the first shaft end (28) along the central axis (A1); a first locking structure (24) which is configured to be provided at the first shaft end (28), wherein the first locking structure (24) includes a first locking element (32) which is configured to apply a locking force (F1) to a bicycle body (2) and to release it from the bicycle body (2); and a second locking structure (26) which is configured to be provided at the second shaft end (30), wherein the second locking structure (26) includes a second locking element (44) which is movable relative to the second shaft end (30) to be located in each of a locking orientation (P21) and an unlocking orientation (P22), different from the locking orientation (P21), wherein the second locking element (44) includes a receiving surface (46) which is contactable with the bicycle body (2) to receive the locking force (F1), wherein the receiving surface (46) is positioned relative to the locking shaft (23) to be directed in an axial direction (D1) parallel to the central axis (A1) in the locking orientation (P21) of the second locking element (44), wherein the receiving surface (46) is configured to be directed in a direction that is different from the axial direction (D1) in the The unlocking orientation (P22) of the second locking element (44) is different, being directed.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0001] This application claims priority over US patent application no. 14 / 735,073, filed on June 9, 2015. The entire disclosure of US patent application no. 14 / 735,073 is hereby fully incorporated by reference herein. AREA OF INVENTION

[0002] The present invention relates to a bicycle chainring and a wheel locking arrangement and a bicycle wheel arrangement. BACKGROUND DISCUSSION

[0003] Cycling is becoming an increasingly popular form of recreation as well as a means of transportation. Furthermore, cycling has become a very popular competitive sport for both amateurs and professionals. Whether the bicycle is used for recreation, transportation, or competition, the bicycle industry has constantly improved various bicycle components. One bicycle component that has been extensively redesigned is the wheel locking mechanism.

[0004] Examples of quick-release fastening systems for a bicycle wheel are described in patent applications EP 1 762 480 A2 and US 6 089 675 A. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a wheel locking arrangement comprises a locking shaft, a first locking structure, and a second locking structure. The locking shaft includes a central axis, a first shaft end, and a second shaft end, opposite the first shaft end along the central axis. The first locking structure is configured to be provided at the first shaft end. The first locking structure includes a first locking element configured to apply a locking force to a bicycle body and to release it from the bicycle body. The second locking structure is configured to be provided at the second shaft end. The second locking structure includes a second locking element that is movable relative to the second shaft end to be in each of two locking and unlocking orientations, different from the locking orientation.The second locking element includes a receiving surface that makes contact with the bicycle body to absorb the locking force. This receiving surface is positioned relative to the locking shaft so that it is oriented axially parallel to the central axis in the locking position of the second locking element. The receiving surface is also designed to be oriented in a direction different from the axial direction in the unlocking position of the second locking element.

[0006] In the wheel locking arrangement described in the first aspect, the receiving surface is positioned relative to the locking shaft so that it is oriented in an axial direction parallel to the central axis in the locking position of the second locking element. The receiving surface is designed to be oriented in a direction different from the axial direction in the unlocking position of the second locking element. Accordingly, it is possible to attach the wheel locking arrangement to the bicycle frame and to remove it while maintaining its locking function.

[0007] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement according to the first aspect is designed such that the first locking element is pivotable relative to the first shaft end with respect to a first pivot axis in order to apply the locking force to the bicycle body and to release it from the bicycle body, wherein the first pivot axis is not parallel to the central axis.

[0008] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the second aspect, it is possible to attach the wheel locking arrangement to the bicycle body and to remove or release it from the bicycle body in response to a pivoting movement of the first locking element.

[0009] According to a third aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is designed according to the first or second aspect in such a way that the receiving surface is designed to be directed or oriented in a radial direction perpendicular to the central axis in the unlocking orientation of the second locking member.

[0010] With the wheel locking arrangement according to the third aspect, it is easier to attach the wheel locking arrangement to the bicycle body and to remove or detach it from the bicycle body.

[0011] According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is designed according to one of the first to third aspects in such a way that the second locking element is pivotable relative to the locking shaft with respect to the second pivot axis in order to be in each of the locking and unlocking orientations.

[0012] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the fourth aspect, it is possible to change the orientation of the second locking element between the locking orientation and the unlocking orientation relative to the locking shaft by using a pivoting movement of the second locking element.

[0013] According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement according to the fourth aspect is designed such that the second pivot axis is defined to intersect or bisect the central axis.

[0014] With the wheel locking arrangement according to the fifth aspect, it is easier to insert the second locking element into an opening in the bicycle body in the unlocking orientation.

[0015] According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is configured according to the fourth or fifth aspect such that the second locking element is configured to be positioned in a locking position relative to the locking shaft in the locking orientation. The second locking element is configured to be positioned in an unlocking position relative to the locking shaft in the unlocking orientation, wherein the unlocking position is different from the locking position.

[0016] According to a seventh aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement according to the sixth aspect is configured such that the second locking element is movable relative to the locking shaft between the locked position and an intermediate position, while maintaining the locking alignment relative to the locking shaft. The intermediate position differs from the locked position and the unlocked position.

[0017] According to an eighth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement according to the seventh aspect is configured such that the second locking element is movable relative to the locking shaft in a direction of movement between the locking position and the intermediate position, while maintaining the locking alignment relative to the locking shaft. The direction of movement is perpendicular to the second pivot axis.

[0018] With the wheel locking mechanism according to aspect eight, it is possible to make it more difficult to unintentionally change the orientation of the second locking element from the locking position to the unlocking position via the intermediate position. Consequently, it is possible to limit the wheel locking mechanism to the point where it can be unintentionally detached or removed from the bicycle frame.

[0019] According to a ninth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement according to the eighth aspect is configured such that the second locking element comprises a first end and a second end opposite the first end. A second maximum distance, defined between the second pivot axis and the second end in the direction of movement, is longer than a first maximum distance, defined between the second pivot axis and the first end in the direction of movement, in a state in which the second locking element is / is positioned in the locking position.

[0020] In the wheel securing arrangement according to the ninth aspect, it is possible to more effectively limit the wheel securing arrangement to the point that it is unintentionally detached or removed from the bicycle body.

[0021] According to a tenth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is designed according to one of the seventh to ninth aspects in such a way that the second locking member is pivotable relative to the locking shaft with respect to the second pivot axis between the intermediate position and the unlocking position, changing an orientation of the second locking member between the locking orientation and the unlocking orientation.

[0022] In the wheel securing arrangement according to the tenth aspect, it is possible to more effectively limit the wheel securing arrangement to the point that it is unintentionally detached or removed from the bicycle body.

[0023] According to an eleventh aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is designed according to one of the first to tenth aspects in such a way that the second locking structure includes a retaining structure which is designed to hold the second locking element in at least one of the locking orientation and the unlocking orientation.

[0024] With the wheel locking arrangement according to the eleventh aspect, it is easier to insert the second locking element into an opening in the bicycle body.

[0025] According to a twelfth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement according to the eleventh aspect is configured such that the retaining structure includes a retaining member and a preloading element. The retaining member is movably mounted on the second shaft end along the central axis. The preloading element is configured to preload the retaining member towards the second locking member.

[0026] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the twelfth aspect, it is possible to more easily insert the second locking element into an opening in the bicycle body with a simple structure.

[0027] According to a thirteenth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement according to the twelfth aspect is configured such that the second locking member includes an additional receiving surface which is contactable with the retaining member in order to receive a preload force from the preloading element. The receiving surface is in contact with the retaining member in the locking orientation of the second locking member. The additional receiving surface is in contact with the retaining member in the unlocking orientation of the second locking member.

[0028] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the thirteenth aspect, it is possible to hold the second locking element in either the locking orientation and the unlocking orientation.

[0029] According to a fourteenth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement according to the thirteenth aspect is configured such that the second locking member is pivotable relative to the locking shaft with respect to a second pivot axis in order to be in either the locking or unlocking orientation. A third maximum distance, defined between the second pivot axis and the additional receiving surface, is longer than a minimum distance, defined between the second pivot axis and the receiving surface in the unlocking orientation of the second locking member, when viewed along the second pivot axis.

[0030] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the fourteenth aspect, it is possible to make it more difficult to unintentionally change the orientation of the second locking element from the locking position to the unlocking position via the intermediate position. Consequently, it is possible to more effectively restrict the wheel locking arrangement from being unintentionally detached or removed from the bicycle frame.

[0031] According to a fifteenth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is configured according to the thirteenth or fourteenth aspect such that the retaining member includes a retaining surface which is contactable with the additional receiving surface of the second locking member. The additional receiving surface of the second locking member includes a first curved or bent surface. The retaining surface of the retaining member includes a second curved or bent surface which is contactable with the first curved or bent surface.

[0032] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the fifteenth aspect, it is possible to smoothly change the orientation of the second locking element from the unlocking orientation to the locking orientation.

[0033] According to a sixteenth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement according to the fifteenth aspect is configured such that the first curved surface has a curved convex shape. The second curved surface has a curved concave shape.

[0034] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the sixteenth aspect, it is possible to make the change in the orientation of the second locking element from the unlocking orientation to the locking orientation softer or smoother.

[0035] According to a seventeenth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is designed according to one of the thirteenth to sixteenth aspects such that the retaining element is provided between the second locking element and the preloading element.

[0036] According to an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is configured according to one of the thirteenth to seventeenth aspects such that the locking shaft includes a shaft body which extends along the central axis between the first shaft end and the second shaft end. The retaining member includes an opening through which the second shaft end extends. The preloading element is provided between the retaining member and the shaft body to preload the retaining member towards the second locking member.

[0037] According to a nineteenth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is configured according to one of the first to eighteenth aspects such that the second locking element includes an elongated hole or longitudinal hole extending along the receiving surface. The second locking structure includes a guide pin which is secured to the second shaft end. The guide pin extends through the elongated hole to guide the second locking element relative to the locking shaft.

[0038] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the nineteenth aspect, it is possible to realize the second locking structure with a simple construction.

[0039] According to a twentieth aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is configured according to one of the first through nineteenth aspects such that the second locking element comprises a first part, a second part, and a third part. The first part comprises a first elongated hole extending along the receiving surface. The second part is spaced apart from the first part. The second part comprises a second elongated hole extending along the receiving surface. The third part couples the first part to the second part. The second locking structure comprises a first guide pin and a second guide pin. The first guide pin is secured to the second shaft end and extends through the first elongated hole to guide the second locking element relative to the locking shaft.The second guide pin is secured to the second shaft end and extends through the second elongated hole to guide the second locking element relative to the locking shaft.

[0040] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the twentieth aspect, it is possible to realize the second locking structure with a simple construction.

[0041] According to a twenty-first aspect of the present invention, the wheel securing arrangement according to the twentieth aspect is designed such that the receiving surface is provided to at least one of the first part, the second part and the third part.

[0042] In the wheel securing arrangement according to the twenty-first aspect, it is possible to stabilize a state in which the receiving surface is in contact with / comes into contact with the bicycle body.

[0043] According to a twenty-second aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is configured according to one of the first to twenty-first aspects such that a maximum length of the second locking element is shorter than a maximum outer diameter of the locking shaft when viewed along the central axis, in a state in which the second locking element is in the unlocking orientation relative to the locking shaft.

[0044] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the twenty-second aspect, it is possible to insert the second locking element into an opening in the bicycle body in the unlocking orientation.

[0045] According to a twenty-third aspect of the present invention, the wheel locking arrangement is configured according to one of the first to twenty-second aspects such that the second locking element comprises a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The first end is located further away from the first locking structure than the second end in a state in which the second locking element is in the unlocked position. The first end includes at least one curved or bent corner.

[0046] In the wheel locking arrangement according to the twenty-third aspect, it is easier to insert the second locking element into an opening in the bicycle body in the unlocking orientation.

[0047] According to a twenty-fourth aspect of the present invention, a bicycle wheel assembly comprises a bicycle hub assembly and the wheel locking assembly according to any of the first to twenty-third aspects.

[0048] In the wheel securing arrangement according to the twenty-fourth aspect, it is possible to secure the bicycle hub assembly to the bicycle body via the wheel securing arrangement.

[0049] According to a twenty-fifth aspect of the present invention, the bicycle arrangement according to the twenty-fourth aspect further comprises a bicycle rim and spokes which are designed to couple the bicycle rim to the bicycle hub arrangement. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0050] A more complete appreciation of the invention and many of its associated advantages will become immediately apparent when it is understood by reference to the following detailed description, when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein: Fig. 1 is a side elevation view of a bicycle wheel assembly, including a wheel locking arrangement according to a first embodiment; Fig. Figure 2 is a partial cross-sectional view of the bicycle arrangement illustrated in Fig. 1; Fig. Figure 3 is a perspective exploded view of the wheel locking arrangement illustrated in Fig. 2; Fig. Figure 4 shows a partial explosion cross-sectional view of the wheel restraint system illustrated in Fig. 2; Fig. Figure 5 is a rear partial elevation view of the wheel locking arrangement illustrated in Fig. 2 (locking direction); Fig. Figure 6 is a partial side elevation view of the wheel locking arrangement illustrated in Fig. 2 (locking direction); Fig. Figure 7 is a rear partial elevation view of the wheel locking arrangement illustrated in Fig. 2 (Unlocking orientation); Fig. Figure 6 is a partial side elevation view of the wheel locking arrangement illustrated in Fig. 2 (Unlocking orientation); Fig. Figure 9 is an enlarged rear partial elevation view of the wheel locking arrangement illustrated in Fig. 2 (locking direction); Fig. Figure 10 shows an enlarged rear partial elevation view of the wheel locking arrangement illustrated in Fig. 2 (Unlocking orientation); Fig. Figure 11 is an enlarged rear partial elevation view of a bicycle wheel assembly including a wheel locking arrangement according to a second embodiment (locking direction); and Fig. Figure 12 shows an enlarged rear partial elevation view of the wheel locking arrangement illustrated in Fig. 11 (Unlock alignment). DESCRIPTION OF THE EXECUTION FORMS

[0051] The embodiments are now described with reference to the attached drawings, where similar reference numerals denote corresponding or identical elements across the different drawings. First embodiment

[0052] Firstly, referring to Fig. 1, comprises a bicycle wheel assembly 10 and a wheel locking assembly 12 according to a first embodiment. The bicycle wheel assembly 10 further comprises a bicycle hub assembly 14, a bicycle rim 16, and spokes 18. A tire 20 is mounted on the bicycle rim 16. The spokes 18 are designed to couple the bicycle rim 15 to the bicycle hub assembly 14. The bicycle hub assembly 14 is attached to a bicycle body 2 ( Fig. 2) secured via the wheel locking arrangement 12. The bicycle hub arrangement 14 is designed to rotatably support the bicycle rim 16 relative to the bicycle body 2 with respect to an axis of rotation A1.

[0053] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the bicycle hub assembly 14 comprises a hub shaft 21 and a hub shell 22. The hub shaft 21 has a tubular shape and extends along the axis of rotation A1. The hub shell 22 is rotatably mounted on the hub shaft 21 with respect to the axis of rotation A1. The bicycle body 2 comprises a first bicycle frame 3 and a second bicycle frame 4, which is spaced apart from the first bicycle frame 3. In the illustrated embodiment, the first bicycle frame 3 and the second bicycle frame 4 are rear ends. However, the first bicycle frame 3 and the second bicycle frame 4 can be fork arms of a front bicycle fork of the bicycle body 2, if required and / or desired. The hub shaft 21 is detachably attached to the first bicycle frame 3 and the second bicycle frame 4 via the wheel locking assembly 12.

[0054] In the present application, the following directional terms “front”, “back”, “forward”, “backward”, “left”, “right”, “across”, “upward”, and “downward”, as well as any other similar directional term, refer to directions determined from the perspective of a user (e.g., a rider) seated on a bicycle saddle (not shown) facing a handlebar. Accordingly, these terms, as used to describe the wheel locking arrangement 12 of the bicycle wheel arrangement 10, should be interpreted relative to a bicycle equipped with the bicycle wheel arrangement 10 in an upright riding position on a horizontal surface.

[0055] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the wheel locking arrangement 12 comprises a locking shaft 23, a first locking structure 24, and a second locking structure 26. The locking shaft 23 includes a central axis A2, a first shaft end 28, and a second shaft end 30. The second shaft end 30 is opposite to the first shaft end 28 along the central axis A2. The first locking structure 24 is configured to be located at the first shaft end 28. The second locking structure 26 is configured to be located at the second shaft end 30.

[0056] The locking shaft 23 includes a shaft body 31, which extends between the first shaft end 28 and the second shaft end 30 along the central axis A2. The hub shaft 21 includes a through-hole 21a. The locking shaft 23 extends through the through-hole 21a in a locked position in which the bicycle hub assembly 14 is secured to the bicycle body 2 via the wheel locking assembly 12. The central axis A2 of the locking shaft 23 essentially coincides with the axis of rotation A1 in the locked position in which the bicycle hub assembly 14 is secured to the bicycle body 2 via the wheel locking assembly 12.

[0057] The first bicycle frame 3 includes a first locking opening 3a. The first shaft end 28 is provided in the first locking opening 3a in the locked position in which the bicycle hub assembly 14 is secured to the bicycle body 2 via the wheel locking assembly 12. The second bicycle frame 4 includes a second locking opening 4a. The second shaft end 30 is provided in the second locking opening 4a in the locked position in which the bicycle hub assembly 14 is secured to the bicycle body 2 via the wheel locking assembly 12.

[0058] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the first locking structure 24 includes a first locking element 32, which is configured to apply a locking force F1 to the bicycle body 2 and to release it from the bicycle body 2. The first locking element 32 is pivotable relative to the first shaft end 28 with respect to a first pivot axis PA1 in order to apply the locking force F1 to the bicycle body 2 and to release it from the bicycle body 2. The first pivot axis PA1 is not parallel to the central axis A2. In the illustrated embodiment, the first pivot axis PA1 is defined to intersect or bisect the central axis A2. More specifically, the first pivot axis PA1 is perpendicular to the central axis A2.

[0059] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the first locking structure 24 comprises a coupling rod 34, a movable link 36, a pivot shaft 38, an adjusting link 40, and a positioning structure 42. The movable link 36 is movable relative to the locking shaft 23 in an axial direction D1 parallel to the central axis A2 of the locking shaft 23. More specifically, the coupling rod 34 is secured to the locking shaft 23. The coupling rod 34 movably supports the movable link 36. The first locking element 32 is pivotable relative to the movable link 36 with respect to the first pivot axis PA1. In the illustrated embodiment, the first locking element 32 is pivotably coupled to the movable link 36 via the pivot shaft 38. The pivot shaft 38 is coupled to the first locking element 32 in order to pivot together with the first locking element 32 relative to the movable element 36 with respect to the first pivot axis PA1.

[0060] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 4, the coupling rod 34 includes a cam hole 34a. The pivot shaft 38 extends through the cam hole 34a. The pivot shaft 38 includes a cam section 38a, which is provided in the cam hole 34a, and is designed to engage the locking shaft 23 ( Fig. 3) to move relative to the movable link 36 in the axial direction D1 in response to a pivoting movement of the first locking link 32.

[0061] More specifically, as in Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the first locking element 32 is pivotable relative to the movable element 36 about the first pivot axis PA1 between a locking position P11 and a release position P12. The locking shaft 23 is moved relative to the movable element 36 in a first axial direction D11 in response to a pivoting movement of the first locking element 32 from the release position P12 to the locking position P11. The locking shaft 23 is moved relative to the movable element 36 in a second axial direction D12 in response to a pivoting movement of the first locking element 32 from the locking position P11 to the release position P12.

[0062] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 4, the adjusting element 40 is moved in the axial direction D1 relative to the movable element 36. The adjusting element 40 is connected to the first bicycle frame 3 of the bicycle body 2 ( Fig. 2) touchable. In the illustrated embodiment, the adjusting element 40 has a threaded hole 40a. The movable element 36 has external threads 36a which engage with the threaded hole 40a. The external threads 36a and the threaded hole 40a are designed to convert a rotation of the adjusting element 40 relative to the movable element 36 into a movement of the adjusting element 40 relative to the movable element 36 in the axial direction D1. The positioning structure 42 is designed to selectively position the adjusting element 40 relative to the movable element 36 in a plurality of rotational positions.

[0063] As in the Fig. As can be seen from 5 to 8, the second blocking structure 26 includes a second blocking element 44, which is movable relative to the second shaft end 30 in order to be in any blocking orientation ( Fig. 5) and an unlocking alignment ( Fig. 7), different from the locking orientation. The second locking element 44 includes a receiving surface 46 which can be in contact with the bicycle body 2 in order to apply the locking force F1 ( Fig. 2) to be included. The second locking element 44 is connected to the second bicycle frame 4 of the bicycle body 2 ( Fig. 2) touchable. More specifically, the receiving surface 46 of the second locking element 44 is touchable with the second bicycle frame 4 of the bicycle body 2 in a state in which the second locking element 44 is in the locking orientation ( Fig. 5) is located.

[0064] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 5, the receiving surface 46 is positioned relative to the locking shaft 23 in order to be directed or oriented in the axial direction D1, parallel to the central axis A2, towards the locking orientation of the second locking element 44.

[0065] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 7, the receiving surface 46 is configured to be directed in a direction different from the axial direction D1 in the unlocking orientation of the second locking element 44. In the illustrated embodiment, the receiving surface 46 is configured to be directed in a radial direction D2, perpendicular to the central axis A2, in the unlocking orientation of the second locking element 44. In other words, the receiving surface 46 is essentially parallel to the axial direction D1 in the unlocking orientation of the second locking element 44. In the unlocking orientation, the second locking element 44 can be inserted into any of the openings 3a ( Fig. 2) and the second locking opening 4a. However, the receiving surface 46 can be designed to be directed or oriented in a direction that differs from each of the axial direction D1 and the radial direction D2 in the unlocking orientation of the second locking element 44.

[0066] As in the Fig. 5 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 7, the second locking element 44 is pivotable relative to the locking shaft 23 with respect to a second pivot axis PA2 in either the locking or unlocking orientation. In the illustrated embodiment, the second pivot axis PA2 is defined to intersect or bisect the central axis A2.

[0067] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 5, the second locking element 44 is designed to be positioned in a locking position P21 in the locking orientation relative to the locking shaft 23. As shown in Figure 5, the second locking element 44 is designed to be positioned in a locking position P21 in the locking orientation. Fig. As can be seen in Figure 7, the second locking element 44 is designed to be positioned in an unlocking orientation P22 relative to the locking shaft 23. The unlocking position P22 differs from the locking position P21.

[0068] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 5, the second locking element 44 is movable relative to the locking shaft 23 between the locking position P21 and an intermediate position P23, while maintaining the locking alignment relative to the locking shaft 23. The intermediate position P23 differs from the locking position P21 and the unlocking position P22. In the illustrated embodiment, the second locking element 44 is movable relative to the locking shaft 23 in a direction of movement D3 between the locking position P21 and the intermediate position P23, while maintaining the locking alignment relative to the locking shaft 23. The direction of movement D3 is perpendicular to the second pivot axis PA2. The direction of movement D3 is parallel to the radial direction D2.

[0069] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 7, the second locking element 44 is pivotable relative to the locking shaft 23 with respect to the second pivot axis PA2 between the intermediate position P23 and the unlocking position P22 by changing the orientation of the second locking element 44 between the locking orientation and the unlocking orientation.

[0070] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the second locking element 44 comprises a first part 46, a second part 48, and a third part 50. The second part 48 is spaced apart from the first part 46. The third part 50 couples the first part 46 to the second part 48. The receiving surface 46 is provided on at least one of the first part 46, the second part 48, and the third part 50. In the illustrated embodiment, as shown in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 8, the recording area 46 is provided on the first Part 46, the second Part 48 and the third Part 50.

[0071] As in the Fig. As can be seen in Figures 5 to 8, the second locking element 44 includes an elongated hole or longitudinal hole that extends along the receiving surface 46. The second locking structure 26 includes a guide pin which is secured to the second shaft end 30. The guide pin extends through the longitudinal hole to guide the second locking element 44 relative to the locking shaft 23.

[0072] In the illustrated embodiment, as shown in the Fig. 6 and Fig. As shown in Figure 8, the first part 46 includes a first elongated hole 52, which extends along the receiving surface 46. The second part 48 includes a second elongated hole 54, which extends along the receiving surface 46. The second locking structure 26 includes a first guide pin 56 and a second guide pin 58. The first guide pin 56 is secured to the second shaft end 30 and extends through the first elongated hole 52 to guide the second locking element 44 relative to the locking shaft 23. The second guide pin 58 is secured to the second shaft end 30 and extends through the second elongated hole 54 to guide the second locking element 44 relative to the locking shaft 23.

[0073] As in the Fig. 5 and Fig. As shown in Figure 7, the second locking structure 26 includes a retaining structure 60, which is configured to hold the second locking structure 44 in at least one of the locking orientations and the unlocking orientations. In the illustrated embodiment, the retaining structure 60 is configured to hold the second locking element 44 in both the locking orientation and the unlocking orientation. However, the retaining structure 60 can be configured to hold the second locking element 44 in one of the locking orientations and the unlocking orientations.

[0074] As in the Fig. 9 and Fig. As shown in Figure 10, the retaining structure 60 includes a retaining member 62 and a preloading element 64. The retaining member 62 is movably mounted to the second shaft end 30 along the central axis A2. The preloading element 64 is designed to preload the retaining member 62 towards the second locking member 44.

[0075] The retaining element 62 is positioned between the second locking element 44 and the preloading element 64. The retaining element 62 includes an opening 62a through which the second shaft end 30 extends. The preloading element 64 is positioned between the retaining element 62 and the shaft body 31 to preload the retaining element 62 towards the second locking element 44. The receiving surface 46 is in contact with the retaining element 62 in the locking orientation of the second locking element 44.

[0076] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 10, the second locking element 44 includes an additional receiving surface 66, which can contact the retaining element 62 in order to receive a preload force from the preloading element 64. The additional receiving surface 66 is in contact with the retaining element 62 in the unlocking orientation of the second locking element 44.

[0077] The retaining element 62 includes a retaining surface 68, which is in contact with the additional receiving surface 66 of the second locking element 44. The retaining surface 68 is in contact with the additional receiving surface 66 in the unlocking orientation of the second locking element 44. The additional receiving surface 66 of the second locking element 44 includes a first curved surface 66a. The retaining surface 68 of the retaining element 62 includes a second curved surface 68a, which is in contact with the first curved surface 66a. In the illustrated embodiment, the first curved surface 66a has a convex shape. The second curved surface 68a has a concave shape.

[0078] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 9, the retaining element 62 is in contact with the receiving surface 46. More specifically, the retaining element 62 includes an additional retaining surface 69, which is in contact with the receiving surface 46. The additional retaining surface 69 is in contact with the receiving surface 46 in the locking orientation of the second locking element 44.

[0079] As in the Fig. 9 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 10, the second locking element 44 comprises a first end 70 and a second end 72, opposite the first end 70. In the illustrated embodiment, the additional receiving surface 66 is provided at the second end 72. As shown in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 10, the first end 70 is further away from the first locking structure 24 than the second end 72 in a state where the second locking element 44 is in the unlocking orientation. The first end 70 includes at least one bent or curved corner. In the illustrated embodiment, the first end 70 includes four bent or curved corners 70a when viewed along the second pivot axis PA2.

[0080] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 9, a second maximum distance L12, which is defined between the second pivot axis PA2 and the second end 72 in the direction of movement D3, is longer than a first maximum distance L11, which is defined between the second pivot axis PA2 and the first end 70 in the direction of movement D3, in a state in which the second locking element 44 is / will be positioned in the locking position P21.

[0081] A third maximum distance L22, defined between the second pivot axis PA2 and the additional receiving surface 66, is longer than a minimum distance L21, defined between the second pivot axis PA2 and the receiving surface 46 in the unlocking orientation of the second locking element 44 when viewed along the second pivot axis PA2. In the illustrated embodiment, the maximum distance L22 is equal to the maximum distance L12.

[0082] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 8, the maximum length L31 of the second locking element 44 is shorter than the maximum outer diameter L32 of the locking shaft 23 when viewed along the central axis A2 in a state where the second locking element 44 is in the unlocking orientation relative to the locking shaft 23. The second shaft end 30 has an outer diameter that is smaller than the outer diameter of the shaft body 31.

[0083] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 6, the maximum length L41 of the second locking element 44 is longer than the maximum outer diameter L32 of the second locking shaft 23 when viewed in the axial direction D1, in a state in which the second locking element 44 is in the locking orientation relative to the locking shaft 23.

[0084] The second locking element 44 is in the unlocking position ( Fig. 7) when the bicycle hub assembly 14 is secured to the bicycle body 2 via the wheel locking assembly 12, in this state the second locking element 44 and the locking shaft 23 are inserted into the first locking opening 3a and the second locking opening 4a of the bicycle body 2 ( Fig. 2) used.

[0085] As in the Fig. 5 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 7, the second locking element 44 is pivoted relative to the locking shaft 23 with respect to the second pivot axis PA2 from the unlocking position (the unlocking position P22) to the locking position (the intermediate position P23). At this point, the retaining element 62 is moved relative to the locking shaft 23 towards the second locking element 44 by the preload force of the preloading element 64. Consequently, the additional retaining surface 69 comes into contact with the receiving surface 46 of the second locking element 44, thus allowing the second locking element 44 to be easily held in the locking position relative to the locking shaft 23.

[0086] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 5, the second locking element 44 is moved relative to the locking shaft 23 in the direction of movement D3 from the intermediate position P23 to the locking position P21. In this state, as shown in Figure 5, the locking element 44 is moved relative to the locking shaft 23 in the direction of movement D3 from the intermediate position P23 to the locking position P21. Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the adjusting element 40 is rotated relative to the movable element 36 until it comes into contact with the first bicycle frame 3. The first locking element 32 is pivoted relative to the movable element 36 from the release position P12 to the locking position P11 in order to move the locking shaft 23 relative to the movable element 36 in the first axial direction D11. Consequently, the first bicycle frame 3, the hub shaft 21, and the second bicycle frame 4 are clamped between the adjusting element 40 and the second locking element 44 in the axial direction D1. Since the opposite procedure to the one described above can be used to remove the wheel locking assembly 12, it will not be described in detail below for the sake of brevity.

[0087] It is possible to achieve the following advantageous effects with the wheel securing arrangement 12 and the bicycle wheel arrangement 10.

[0088] (1) In the wheel locking device 12, the receiving surface 46 is positioned relative to the locking shaft 23 so that it is oriented in an axial direction D1 parallel to the central axis A1 in the locking orientation of the second locking element 44. The receiving surface 46 is designed to be oriented in a direction different from the axial direction D1 in the unlocking orientation of the second locking element 44. Accordingly, it is possible to easily attach the wheel locking device 12 to the bicycle body 2 and to detach or remove it from the bicycle body 2 while maintaining the locking function of the wheel locking device 12.

[0089] (2) The first locking element 32 is pivotable relative to the first shaft end 28 with respect to a first pivot axis PA1 in order to apply the locking force F1 to the bicycle body 2 and to release it from the bicycle body 2, and the first pivot axis PA1 is not parallel to the central axis A1. Accordingly, it is possible to attach the wheel locking arrangement 12 to the bicycle body 2 and to release it from the bicycle body 2 in response to a pivoting movement of the first locking element 32.

[0090] (3) The receiving surface 46 is designed to be oriented in a radial direction D1 perpendicular to the central axis A1 in the unlocking orientation of the second locking element 44. Accordingly, it is easier to attach the wheel locking assembly 12 to the bicycle body 2 and to detach or remove it from the bicycle body 2.

[0091] (4) The second locking element 44 is pivotable relative to the locking shaft 23 about a second pivot axis PA2 in either direction from the unlocking orientation and the locking orientation. Accordingly, it is possible to easily change the orientation of the second locking element 44 between the locking orientation and the unlocking orientation relative to the locking shaft 23 by using a pivoting movement of the second locking element 44.

[0092] (5) The second pivot axis PA2 is defined to intersect or bisect the central axis A1. Accordingly, it is easier to insert the second locking element 44 into an opening of the bicycle body 2 in the unlocked orientation.

[0093] (6) The second locking element 44 is movable relative to the locking shaft 23 in a direction of movement D3 between the locking position P21 and the intermediate position P23, while maintaining the locking orientation relative to the locking shaft 23. Accordingly, it is possible to make it difficult to unintentionally change the orientation of the second locking element 44 from the locking orientation to the unlocking orientation via the intermediate position P23. Consequently, it is possible to prevent the wheel locking assembly 12 from being unintentionally released or removed from the bicycle body 2.

[0094] (7) Since the second maximum distance L12 is longer than the first maximum distance L11, it is possible to more effectively limit the wheel securing arrangement 12 from being unintentionally detached or removed from the bicycle body 2.

[0095] (8) The second locking element 44 is pivotable relative to the locking shaft 23 with respect to the second pivot axis PA2 between the intermediate position P23 and the unlocking position P22, changing the orientation of the second locking element 44 between the locking orientation and the unlocking orientation. Accordingly, it is possible to more effectively prevent the wheel locking arrangement 12 from being unintentionally detached from the bicycle body 2.

[0096] (9) The second locking structure 26 includes a retaining structure 60, which is designed to hold the second locking element 4 in at least one of the locking and unlocking orientations. Accordingly, it is easier to insert the second locking element 44 into an opening of the bicycle body 2.

[0097] (10) Since the retaining structure 60 includes the retaining element and the preloading element 64, it is easier to insert the second locking element 44 into an opening of the bicycle body 2 with a simple structure.

[0098] (11) The receiving surface 46 is in contact with the retaining element 62 in the locking orientation of the second locking element 44. The additional receiving surface 66 is in contact with the retaining element 62 in the unlocking orientation of the second locking element 44. Accordingly, it is easier to hold the second locking element 44 in either the locking orientation or the unlocking orientation.

[0099] (12) Since the third maximum distance L22 is longer than the minimum distance L21, it is possible to make it more difficult to change the orientation of the second locking element 44 from the locking orientation to the unlocking orientation via the intermediate position P23. Consequently, it is possible to more effectively restrict the wheel locking arrangement 12 from being unintentionally released or removed from the bicycle body 2.

[0100] (13) The additional receiving surface 66 of the second locking element 44 includes the first curved or bent surface 66a. The retaining surface 68 of the retaining element 62 includes the second curved or bent surface 68a, which is in contact with the first curved or bent surface 66a. Accordingly, it is possible to smoothly or gently change the orientation of the second locking element 44 from the unlocking orientation to the locking orientation.

[0101] (14) The first curved surface 66a has a convex shape. The second curved surface 68a has a concave shape. Accordingly, it is possible to change the orientation of the second locking element 44 from the unlocking orientation to the locking orientation more smoothly.

[0102] (15) The second locking element 44 includes the elongated hole 52 or longitudinal hole and / or 54, which extends along the receiving surface 46. The second locking structure 26 includes the guide pin 56 and / or 58, which is / are secured to the second shaft end 30. The guide pin 56 and / or 58 extends through the elongated hole to guide the second locking element 44 relative to the locking shaft 23. Accordingly, it is possible to implement the second locking structure 26 with a simple design.

[0103] (16) The second locking element 44 includes the first part 46, the second part 48, the third part 50, the first guide pin 56 and the second guide pin 58. Accordingly, it is possible to implement the second locking structure with a simple construction.

[0104] (17) The receiving surface 46 is provided on at least one of the first part 46, the second part 48 and the third part 50. Accordingly, it is possible to stabilize a state in which the receiving surface 46 is in contact with / comes into contact with the bicycle body 2.

[0105] (18) Since the maximum length L41 of the second locking element 44 is shorter than the maximum outer diameter L32 of the locking shaft 23 when viewed along the central axis A1 in a state in which the second locking element 44 is in the unlocking orientation relative to the locking shaft 23, it is accordingly possible to more easily insert the second locking element 44 into an opening of the bicycle body 2 in the unlocking orientation.

[0106] (19) Since the first end 70 includes at least one bent or curved corner, it is easier to insert the second locking element 44 into an opening in the bicycle body 2 of the unlocking alignment.

[0107] (20) In the bicycle wheel arrangement 10, it is possible to easily secure the bicycle hub arrangement 14 to the bicycle body 2 via the wheel locking arrangement 12. Second embodiment

[0108] A bicycle wheel arrangement 210 comprising a wheel locking arrangement 212 according to a second embodiment is described below with reference to the Fig. 11 and Fig. 12 described. The bicycle wheel assembly 210 has the same configuration as the bicycle wheel assembly 10, except for the second locking structure 26. Consequently, the elements that have essentially the same function as those in the first embodiment are designated with the same reference numerals and, for the sake of brevity, are not described and / or illustrated in detail herein.

[0109] As in the Fig. 11 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 12, the wheel locking arrangement 212 comprises a second locking structure 226. The second locking structure 226 has essentially the same construction as the second locking structure 26 in the first embodiment, except that the retaining structure 60 is omitted.

[0110] With the wheel locking arrangement 212, it is possible to achieve essentially the same advantageous effects as with the wheel locking arrangement 12 according to the first embodiment.

[0111] With the bicycle wheel arrangement 210, it is possible to achieve essentially the same advantageous effects as with the bicycle wheel arrangement 10 according to the first embodiment.

[0112] The term "comprehensive" and its derivatives, as used herein, are understood as open terms that specify the presence of the mentioned features, elements, components, groups, integers, and / or steps, but do not exclude the presence of other unmentioned features, elements, components, groups, integers, and / or steps. The foregoing also applies to words with similar meanings, such as "exhibit," "include," and their derivatives.

[0113] The terms “link”, “section”, “section”, “part”, “element”, “body” and “structure”, when used in the singular, have the plural meaning of a single part or a multitude of parts.

[0114] The ordinal numbers “first” and “second”, as cited in the present application, are merely enumerations and have no other meaning, such as a specific order or the like. Furthermore, the term “first element” itself does not imply the existence of a “second element”, and the term “second element” itself does not imply the existence of the “first element”.

[0115] The term “a pair of” as used herein includes the configuration in which the pair of elements have different shapes or structures from each other, and additionally the configuration in which the pair of elements have the same shape or structure from each other.

[0116] Finally, the magnitude terms such as "essentially", "by" and "approximately", as used herein, represent a reasonable amount of deviation of the modified term such that the final result is not significantly altered.

[0117] Naturally, numerous modifications and variations of the present invention are possible in light of the foregoing teachings. It should therefore be understood that, within the scope of the appended claims, the invention can be implemented in ways other than those specifically described herein.

Claims

[1] Wheel securing arrangement (12; 212), comprising: a securing shaft (23) comprising a central axis (A1), a first shaft end (28) and a second shaft end (30), opposite the first shaft end (28) along the central axis (A1); a first locking structure (24) which is configured to be provided at the first shaft end (28), wherein the first locking structure (24) includes a first locking element (32) which is configured to apply a locking force (F1) to a bicycle body (2) and to release it from the bicycle body (2); and a second locking structure (26) which is configured to be provided at the second shaft end (30), wherein the second locking structure (26) includes a second locking element (44) which is movable relative to the second shaft end (30) to be located in each of a locking orientation (P21) and an unlocking orientation (P22), different from the locking orientation (P21), wherein the second locking element (44) includes a receiving surface (46) which is contactable with the bicycle body (2) to receive the locking force (F1), wherein the receiving surface (46) is positioned relative to the locking shaft (23) to be directed in an axial direction (D1) parallel to the central axis (A1) in the locking orientation (P21) of the second locking element (44), wherein the receiving surface (46) is configured to be directed in a direction that differs from the axial direction (D1) in the unlocking orientation (P22) of the second locking element (44) is directed differently. [2] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 1, wherein the first locking element (32) is pivotable relative to the first shaft end (28) with respect to a first pivot axis (PA1) in order to apply the locking force (F1) to the bicycle body (2) and to release it from the bicycle body (2), wherein the first pivot axis (PA1) is not parallel to the central axis (A1). [3] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the receiving surface (46) is designed to be directed in a radial direction (D2) perpendicular to the central axis (A1) in the unlocking orientation (P22) of the second locking member (44). [4] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the second locking element (44) is pivotable relative to the locking shaft (23) with respect to a second pivot axis (PA2) in order to be located in each of the locking orientation (P21) and the unlocking orientation (P22). [5] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 4, wherein the second pivot axis (PA2) is defined to intersect the central axis (A1). [6] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 4 or 5, wherein the second locking element (44) is designed to be positioned relative to the locking shaft (23) in a locking position (P21) in the locking orientation (P21); and the second locking element (44) is designed to be positioned relative to the locking shaft (23) in an unlocking position (P22) in the unlocking orientation (P22), wherein the unlocking position (P22) is different from the locking position (P21). [7] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 6, in which the second locking element (44) is movable relative to the locking shaft (23) between the locking position (P21) and an intermediate position (P23) while maintaining the locking alignment (P21) relative to the locking shaft (23); and the intermediate position (P23) is different from the locking position (P21) and the unlocking position (P22). [8] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 7, wherein the second locking element (44) is movable relative to the locking shaft (23) in a direction of movement (D3) between the locking position (P21) and the intermediate position (P23) while maintaining the locking alignment (P21) relative to the locking shaft (23); and the direction of movement (D3) is perpendicular to the second pivot axis (PA2). [9] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 8, wherein the second locking element (44) comprises a first end (70) and a second end (72), opposite the first end (70); and a second maximum distance (L12), which is defined between the second pivot axis (PA2) and the second end (72) in the direction of movement (D3), is longer than a first maximum distance (L11), which is defined between the second pivot axis (PA2) and the first end (70) in the direction of movement (D3), in a state in which the second locking element (44) is / will be positioned in the locking position (P21). [10] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 7 to 9, in which the second locking member (44) is pivotable relative to the locking shaft (23) with respect to the second pivot axis (PA2) between the intermediate position (P23) and the unlocking position (P22) by changing the orientation of the second locking member (44) between the locking orientation (P21) and the unlocking orientation (P22). [11] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the second locking structure (26) includes a retaining structure (60) which is configured to hold the second locking element (44) in at least one of the locking orientation (P21) and the unlocking orientation (P22). [12] Wheel securing arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 11, wherein the retaining structure (60) includes a retaining element (62) which is / will be movably mounted to the second shaft end (30) along the central axis (A1); and a prestressing element (64) which is designed to prestress the retaining member (62) towards the second locking member (44). [13] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 12, wherein the second locking member (44) includes an additional receiving surface (66) which can be contacted with the retaining member (62) in order to receive a preload force from the preloading element (64); the receiving surface (46) is in contact with the retaining member (62) in the locking orientation (P21) of the second locking member (44); and the additional receiving surface (66) is in contact with the retaining member (62) in the unlocking orientation (P22) of the second locking member (44). [14] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 13, wherein the second locking element (44) is pivotable relative to the locking shaft (23) with respect to a second pivot axis (PA2) in order to be in each of the locking orientations (P21) and unlocking orientations (P22); and a third maximum distance (L22) defined between the second pivot axis (PA2) and the additional receiving surface (66) is longer than a minimum distance (L21) defined between the second pivot axis (PA2) and the receiving surface (46) in the unlocking orientation (P22) of the second locking member (44) when viewed along the second pivot axis (PA2). [15] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 13 to 14, wherein the retaining member (62) includes a retaining surface (68) which is touchable with the additional receiving surface (66) of the second locking member (44); the additional receiving surface (66) of the second locking member (44) includes a first curved surface (66a); and the holding surface (68) of the holding member (62) includes a second curved surface (68a) which is touchable with the first curved surface (66a). [16] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 15, wherein the first curved surface (66a) has a curved convex shape, and the second curved surface (68a) has a curved concave shape. [17] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 13 to 16, in which the retaining member (62) is / is provided between the second locking member (44) and the preloading element (64). [18] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 13 to 17, wherein the securing shaft (23) includes a shaft body (31) which extends between the first shaft end (28) and the second shaft end (30) along the central axis (A1); the retaining member (62) includes an opening (62a) through which the second shaft end (30) extends; and the preloading element (64) is provided / is provided between the retaining member (62) and the shaft body (31) to preload the retaining member (62) towards the second locking member (44). [19] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 1 to 18, wherein the second locking element (44) includes an elongated hole (52, 54) which extends along the receiving surface (46); the second locking structure (26) includes a guide pin (56, 58) which is secured to the second shaft end (30); and the guide pin (56, 58) extends through the elongated hole (52, 54) to guide the second locking element (44) relative to the locking shaft (23). [20] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 1 to 19, wherein the second locking element (44) includes: a first part (46) comprising a first elongated hole (52) which extends along the receiving surface (46); a second part (48), which is separated from the first part (46), wherein the second part (48) includes a second elongated hole (54) which extends along the receiving surface (46); and a third part (50) which links the first part (46) to the second part (48); and the second locking structure (26) includes: a first guide pin (56), which is secured to the second shaft end (30) and extends through the first elongated hole (52) to guide the second locking element (44) relative to the locking shaft (23); and a second guide pin (58) which is secured to the second shaft end (30) and extends through the second elongated hole (54) to guide the second locking element (44) relative to the locking shaft (23). [21] Wheel securing arrangement (12; 212) according to claim 20, wherein the receiving surface (46) is provided on at least one of the first part (46), the second part (48) and the third part (50). [22] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 1 to 21, wherein a maximum length (L31, L41) of the second locking member (44) is shorter than a maximum outer diameter (L32) of the locking shaft (23) when viewed along the central axis (A1) in a state in which the second locking member (44) is in the unlocking orientation (P22) relative to the locking shaft (23). [23] Wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 1 to 22, wherein the second locking element (44) includes a first end (70) and a second end (72), opposite the first end (70); the first end (70) is further away from the first locking structure (24) than the second end (72), in a state in which the second locking element (44) is in the unlocking orientation (P22); and the first end (70) includes at least one curved corner (70a). [24] Bicycle wheel arrangement (10; 210), comprising: a bicycle hub assembly (14); and the wheel locking arrangement (12; 212) according to one of claims 1 to 23. [25] Bicycle wheel arrangement (10; 210) according to claim 24, further comprising: a bicycle rim (16); and Spokes (18) which are designed to couple the bicycle rim (16) to the bicycle hub assembly (14).

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