Control device and control system

Abstract

Control device (12) relating to a component (CO) of a human-powered vehicle (A), wherein the control device (12) comprises: a first communicator (14) configured to communicate authentication information(s) of an end device (30), first information, and second information(s) to the end device (30), wherein the first information(s) is / are different from the authentication information(s), and the second information(s) is / are different from the authentication information(s) and the first information(s); an authentication unit (16) configured to authenticate the end device (30) based on the authentication information(s) of the first communicator (14);and a controller (18) configured to determine, based on an authentication result of the authentication unit (16), whether or not processing based on the first information(s) of the first communicator (14) should be permitted; wherein the controller (18) is configured to not permit processing based on the first information(s) of the first communicator (14) if the authentication unit (16) does not authenticate the terminal device (30); and wherein the controller (18) is configured to allow the first communicator (14) to transmit the second information(s) without permitting processing based on the first information(s) of the first communicator (14) if the authentication unit (16) does not authenticate the terminal device (30).

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO OTHER APPLICATIONS

[0001] This application claims priority from Japanese patent application JP 2018-029646, which was filed on February 22, 2018. The entire disclosure of JP patent application JP 2018-029646 is incorporated herein by reference. BACKGROUND

[0002] The present disclosure relates to a control device and a control system.

[0003] A system for transmitting information about a human-powered vehicle is known. A conventional system includes a sensor and a computer unit that receives or communicates information about the human-powered vehicle from the sensor. An example of a computer unit is a bicycle computer. Japanese patent publication JP 2005-280441 discloses an example of a conventional system.

[0004] In the conventional system, there is a need to improve the security of the communication between the computer main body and the sensor.

[0005] One objective of the present disclosure is to provide a control device and control system that improves safety.

[0006] A control device according to a first aspect of the present disclosure relates to a component of a human-powered vehicle. The control device comprises a first communicator, an authentication unit, and a controller. The first communicator is configured to communicate authentication information, first information, and second information to the end device. The first information is / are distinct from the authentication information, and the second information is / are distinct from both the authentication information and the first information. The authentication unit is configured to authenticate the end device based on the authentication information from the first communicator.The controller is configured to determine, based on an authentication result from the authentication unit, whether processing should be allowed based on the first piece of information from the first communicator.

[0007] The decision as to whether or not to allow processing based on the first information(s) captured by the terminal device is made in accordance with the authentication state of the terminal device, thereby improving security.

[0008] A control device according to a second aspect of the present disclosure relates to a component of a human-powered vehicle. The control device comprises a first communicator, an authentication unit, and a controller. The first communicator is configured to receive authentication information(s) and first information from an end device and to transmit the authentication information(s) and second information(s) to the end device. The first information(s) is / are different from the authentication information(s), and the second information(s) is / are different from the first authentication information(s) and the first information(s). The authentication unit is configured to authenticate the end device based on the authentication information(s) from the first communicator.The controller is configured to determine, based on an authentication result from the authentication unit, whether processing should be allowed based on the first piece of information from the first communicator.

[0009] The decision as to whether or not to allow processing based on the first piece of information captured by the terminal device is made in accordance with the terminal device's authentication state. This increases security.

[0010] According to a third aspect of the present disclosure, the control device according to the first or second aspect is configured such that the component excludes a wheel with a driver assistance device. This increases security.

[0011] According to a fourth aspect of the present disclosure, the control device according to the third aspect is configured such that the component includes at least one actuating device, a transmission device, a braking device, a suspension, an adjustable seat post, a light, a power generator, a speed sensor, a cadence sensor, a drive force sensor, a battery, a locking device, a bicycle computer and a drive device provided with a crank assembly and a ride aid device.

[0012] This improves the safety of the components mounted on the human-powered vehicle.

[0013] According to a fifth aspect of the present disclosure, the authentication unit in the control device is configured according to one of the first to fourth aspects such that it does not authenticate the end device if the first communicator does not receive the authentication information(s). This increases security.

[0014] According to a sixth aspect of the present disclosure, the control device according to one of the first to fifth aspects further comprises a memory that stores the authentication information(s) of the authenticated terminal device. The authentication unit is configured not to authenticate the terminal device if the authentication information(s) received from the first communicator do not match the authentication information(s) stored in the memory. This increases security.

[0015] According to a seventh aspect of the present disclosure, the control in the control device is configured according to one of the first to sixth aspects to not allow processing based on the first information(s) of the first communicator if the authentication unit does not authenticate the terminal device. This increases security.

[0016] According to an eighth aspect of the present disclosure, the control in the control device is configured according to the seventh aspect to allow the first communicator to transmit the second information(s) without allowing processing based on the first information(s) of the first communicator if the authentication unit does not authenticate the terminal device.

[0017] Communication of the second piece of information with the first communicator is permitted even if the end device is not authenticated. This ensures convenience in the event that the unauthenticated end device is used.

[0018] According to a ninth aspect of the present disclosure, the first communicator in the control device is configured according to one of the first to eighth aspects to carry out wireless communication.

[0019] Thus, a communication line connecting the first communicator and the end device can be omitted.

[0020] According to a tenth aspect of the present disclosure, the control device is configured according to one of the first to ninth aspects such that the authentication unit contains any passcode, password and biometric information. This increases security.

[0021] According to an eleventh aspect of the present disclosure, the control device according to the tenth aspect is configured such that the biometric information includes at least one of fingerprint information, speech output information, iris information, retinal information, vein information, facial information, palm information, and handwriting information.

[0022] In cases where biometric information is used as authentication information, the user does not need to remember a passcode, password, or similar. This improves convenience.

[0023] According to a twelfth aspect, the control device is configured according to one of the first to eleventh aspects such that the first piece of information includes at least one piece of information about the firmware update of the component and information about setting changes of the component.

[0024] The transmission of important information is only permitted if the end device has been authenticated. This increases security.

[0025] According to a thirteenth aspect of the present disclosure, the control device is configured according to one of the first to twelfth aspects such that the second information(s) includes at least one of the actuation state of the component and information(s) received from the component.

[0026] The transmission of some information about the component is permitted even if the end device is not / has not been authenticated. This ensures convenience in the event that an unauthenticated end device is used.

[0027] According to a fourteenth aspect of the present disclosure, the control device according to one of the first to thirteenth aspects further comprises a bracket configured for mounting on the human-powered vehicle.

[0028] The control device and the component can be mounted separately on the human-powered vehicle. This improves the degree of freedom for the arrangement of the control device.

[0029] According to a fifteenth aspect of the present disclosure, the control device in the control device is configured according to one of the first to thirteenth aspects to be housed in a housing of the component.

[0030] The component's housing thus protects the control device.

[0031] A sixteenth aspect of a control system according to the present disclosure comprises the control device according to one of the first to fifteenth aspects and the end device.

[0032] The determination of whether or not processing should be permitted based on the initial information(s) captured by the terminal device is made in accordance with the terminal device's authentication state. This increases security.

[0033] According to a seventeenth aspect of the present disclosure, the end device in the control system according to the sixteenth aspect includes an input unit configured to receive the authentication information(s) and a second communicator configured to transmit the authentication information(s) to the control device. This increases security.

[0034] According to an eighteenth aspect of the present disclosure, the control system is configured according to the seventeenth aspect such that the input unit includes at least one of a control panel, a camera, a microphone and a connector socket for electronic devices.

[0035] This allows for easy entry of the authentication information(s).

[0036] According to a nineteenth aspect of the present revelation, the second communicator in the control system is configured according to the seventeenth or eighteenth aspect to perform wireless communication.

[0037] This eliminates the need for a communication line connecting the second communicator and the end device.

[0038] According to a twentieth aspect of the present disclosure, the control system is configured according to one of the seventeenth to nineteenth aspects such that the terminal device further includes a display configured to show the second piece of information, and the second communicator is configured to receive the second piece of information. Thus, the second piece of information can be viewed and recognized.

[0039] According to a twenty-first aspect of the present disclosure, the control system is configured according to one of the sixteenth to twentieth aspects such that the end device includes at least one of a personal computer, an intelligent device or smart device and a bicycle computer.

[0040] Thus, various elements can be used as end devices.

[0041] The control device and control system according to the present disclosure improve safety. List of characters Fig. Figure 1 is a side view of a human-powered vehicle with a control system according to one embodiment. Fig. 2 is a block diagram showing the connection relationship of the control system of Fig. 1 and various elements. Fig. Figure 3 is a front view of an authentication screen of an end device. Fig. 2. Fig. 4 is a front view of a selection screen of the end device of Fig. 2. Fig. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of a control system that is controlled by the control device of Fig. 2 is executed. Fig. Figure 6 is a block diagram that illustrates the connection relationship of a controller according to a modified example and various elements. FORMS OF REVELATION Form of Execution

[0042] A human-powered vehicle A with a tax system 10 will now be discussed with reference to Fig. 1 described.

[0043] A human-powered vehicle refers to a vehicle that uses at least some human power as its driving force and includes vehicles that assist human power with electric power. A human-powered vehicle does not include vehicles that use only a propulsion system other than human power. In particular, a human-powered vehicle does not include vehicles that use only an internal combustion engine as their propulsion system. A typical human-powered vehicle is a compact, light vehicle that does not require a driver's license to operate on public roads. The human-powered vehicle depicted A is a bicycle (e-bike) with a riding assistance device E , which powers the human-powered vehicle Asupported by the use of electrical energy. Specifically, the vehicle shown is powered by human effort. A about a trekking bike. The human-powered vehicle. A also includes a framework AI , a front fork A2 , wheels W, a steering rod H and a powertrain B The wheels W include a front wheel WF and a rear wheel WR .

[0044] The powertrain B It is a chain drive type. The drivetrain B includes a drive device DD , a front sprocket D1 , the rear sprocket D2 and a chain D3 The DD drive unit includes a crank assembly. C The crank assembly C includes a crankshaft C1 , which in relation to the framework A1 It is rotatably mounted, and has two crank arms. C2, located at each of the two ends of the crankshaft C1 are provided. A pedal PD is rotatable at the distal end of each crank arm C2 arranged. The drive device DD It also includes a driver assistance device E. The crank assembly C is provided for on the driver assistance device E. That is to say, the drive device DD is centered and includes the crank assembly C and the driver assistance device E The powertrain B It can be of any type, such as a belt drive type or a shaft drive type.

[0045] The front sprocket D1 is arranged on the crank assembly C in such a way that it is integral with the crankshaft C1 rotates. The sprocket D2 is located on the rear hub (HR) of the rear wheel (WR). The chain D3 is around the front sprocket D1 and the rear sprocket D2wrapped. A driver of human-powered vehicle A exerts a driving force on the pedals. PD out, which goes over the front sprocket D1 , the chain D3 and the rear sprocket D2 is transferred to the rear wheel WR.

[0046] The driver assistance device E is used to assist the propulsion power of the human-powered vehicle A activated. The driving assistance device E is activated, for example, in accordance with the instructions for the pedals. PD The driving assistance device E is activated by the applied driving force. It includes an electric motor. E1 and a case E2 The electric motor E1 is designed so that it fits inside the housing E2 is housed. The driver assistance device E is powered by a battery BT supplied, which is mounted on the human-powered vehicle A. The driver assistance device E can be used with the drive device DD omitted.

[0047] The human-powered vehicle A also includes components CO The components CO They can include electrically driven elements and an element configured to supply such electrically driven elements with electrical energy. In one example, the components are... CO at least one of an actuating device OD , a transmission device T , braking devices BD , suspensions SU , an adjustable seatpost ASP , a light LP , the power generator EG (see Fig. 2) the speed sensor SS (see Fig. 2), a cadence sensor CS (see Fig. 2), a drive force sensor DS (see Fig. 2) the battery BT , a locking device LD (see Fig. 2), a bicycle computer SC and the drive device DD including the crank assembly C and the driving assistance device E.

[0048] The actuating device OD includes one or more actuating units used to actuate the components to be actuated CO is configured. The actuating device OD is, for example, on the handlebars H or similar provisions. In the example of Fig. 1 includes the actuating device OD a shift lever SL, which is used to operate the transmission device T and brake lever BL , which are used to operate the corresponding braking devices BD are configured. The actuating device OD It may also include actuating devices (not shown) for actuating the corresponding suspensions. SU are configured, and an actuating device for actuating the adjustable seat post ASP is configured.

[0049] The transmission device T includes at least one of a front derailleur TF and a rear derailleur TR The front derailleur. TF It is located near the front sprocket. D1 The front derailleur TF changes the sprocket D1 , in order to break the chain D3 is wrapped to translate the human-powered vehicle A to change. The rear derailleur or rear derailleur. TR is on a rear end A3 of the frame A1 arranged. The rear derailleur or rear derailleur. TR changes / switches the sprocket D2 , in order to break the chain D3 is wound to determine the gear ratio of the human-powered vehicle A to change. In one example, the SL shift lever is actuated to select the corresponding transmission device. T to be driven mechanically or electrically. The switching or transmission device T It can be of an internal type, such as an internal gear hub or a shift hub.

[0050] The number of braking devices BD corresponds to the number of wheels W. In the present embodiment, the human-powered vehicle includes A the braking device BD corresponding to the front wheel WF and the braking device BD corresponding to the rear wheel WR. The two brake devices BD can be identical. The brake devices BD Examples include rim brake devices that brake the rims. R of the human-powered vehicle A brakes. In one example, the brake levers BL activated to engage the corresponding braking devices BD to be driven mechanically or electrically. The braking devices BD These can be disc brake devices that protect the disc brake rotors (not shown) of the human-powered vehicle. A brakes.

[0051] The suspensions SU include at least one front wheel suspension component SF and a rear suspension. The front suspension (SF) serves to absorb shocks that affect the front wheel. WF to absorb shocks received from the road surface. The rear suspension serves to dampen shocks that the rear wheel receives. WR to absorb the vibrations received from the road surface. In one example, the actuating devices of the suspensions are used. SU actuated to activate the corresponding suspensions SU to be driven mechanically or electrically.

[0052] The adjustable seatpost ASP is operated to adjust the height of a saddle S relative to the frame A1 to modify. In one example, an actuating device for the adjustable seatpost is used. ASP actuated to drive the adjustable ASP seatpost mechanically or electrically.

[0053] The light LP is, for example, on the front fork A2 provided. The light fixture LP An example is a light-emitting diode (LED) lamp.

[0054] The power generator EG It includes at least one of, for example, a hub dynamo, a block dynamo, an auxiliary regeneration mechanism, and a vibration-driven generator. In the example where the power generator EG The electric motor is used to carry the auxiliary regeneration mechanism. E1 the driver assistance device E as an auxiliary regeneration mechanism.

[0055] The speed sensor SS is a magnetic sensor (not shown) configured to detect a magnet M to detect the one attached to a spoke A4 the front wheel WF is attached. In one example, the speed sensor SS on the front fork A2 attached. The speed sensor SS The magnet M detects the rotational speed of the front wheel. WF and thus the driving speed of the human-powered vehicle A to record.

[0056] The cadence sensor CS records the rotational speed of the crank assembly C The cadence sensor CS includes, for example, a magnetic sensor (not shown) configured to detect a magnet (not shown) placed on the frame A1 or similar. In one example, the CS cadence sensor is attached to one of the crank arms. C2 intended. The cadence sensor CS detects the magnet and thus the rotational speed of the crank assembly C.

[0057] The drive force sensor DS The drive force sensor measures the PD (power force) applied to the pedals. DS This includes, for example, a pressure sensor (not shown) configured to detect the pressure applied to the pedals, or a torque sensor (not shown) configured to detect the force applied to the crank arms. C2 to detect the acting torque. In one example, the drive force sensor DS on the pedals PD or the crank arms C2 appropriate.

[0058] The battery BT for example, on a downtube A5 of the frame A1 provided. The battery BT supplies the other components CO with electrical energy.

[0059] The locking device LD blocks the wheels W and limits the rotation of the wheels W in relation to the framework A1 The locking device LD for example, on the frame A1 appropriate.

[0060] The bicycle computer SC reports various types of information about the human-powered vehicle A The bicycle computer SC for example, on the handlebars H or the like.

[0061] The configuration of the control system 10 will now be discussed with reference to Fig. 2 described.

[0062] The tax system 10includes a control device 12 and an end device 30 The control device 12 refers to the components CO of the human-powered vehicle A The control device 12 is configured to be housed in a component enclosure CO to be accommodated. In the present embodiment, the control unit 12 inside the case E2 the driver assistance device E is housed (see Fig. 1) The control device 12 It is operated, for example, by electrical energy from the BT battery. The control device 12 includes a first communicator 14 , which is configured to provide authentication information(s) of the end device 30, first information(s) that differs from the authentication information(s), and second information(s) that differs from the authentication information(s), and the first information(s) with the end device 30 to communicate. In one example, the control device 12 configured to receive the authentication information(s) and the initial information(s) from the terminal device 30 to receive and send the second piece of information to the terminal device 30 to transmit. The first communicator 14 is configured to perform wireless communication. In the present embodiment, the first communicator is 14 configured to communicate wirelessly with a second communicator 38 the end device 30 to carry out.

[0063] The authentication information(s) includes information for authenticating the end device. 30 The authentication information includes at least one of the following: a passcode, a password, and biometric information. The biometric information includes, for example, information about the driver of the human-powered vehicle. A . Authentication, which is carried out using biometric information, includes at least one of the following: fingerprint authentication, voice output authentication, iris authentication, retina authentication, vein authentication, facial authentication, palm authentication and handwriting authentication.

[0064] The first piece of information contains information about the components. CO of the human-powered vehicle AThe first piece of information includes information about updating the firmware of the components. CO and information about changes to the component settings CO The information(s) regarding changes to the settings of the CO components includes, for example, information regarding changes to the actuation modes of the various components. CO , Information about changes to the settings of the operating devices OD , which is / are assigned to the various components CO to be operated, or the like.

[0065] The second piece of information contains information about the components. CO of the human-powered vehicle A The second piece of information includes at least one of the actuation states of the components. CO and information provided by the components CO The operating states of the components are / were recorded. CO includes, for example, information about a switching position of the transmission device. T , Information about a gear ratio of the human-powered vehicle A , Information about an assistance mode of the driver assistance device E , Information about the lighting state of the lamp LP and the like. The components CO The recorded information(s) includes, for example, information about the speed of the human-powered vehicle. A , Information about the rotational speed of the crank assembly C , Information about the pedals PD Force applied, information about the battery level BT and the like.

[0066] The control device 12It also includes an authentication unit. 16 and a control system 18 The authentication unit 16 is configured to be the end device 30 based on the authentication information(s) of the first communicator 14 to authenticate. The control 18 is configured to act based on an authentication result from the authentication unit 16 to determine whether the processing is based on the first piece of information from the first communicator 14 It should be allowed or not. The authentication unit 16 is configured to be the end device 30 to authenticate when the first communicator 14 The authentication unit receives the authentication information(s). 16 is configured to be the end device 30 not to authenticate if the first communicator 14 does not receive the authentication information(s).

[0067] The control device 12 It also includes a storage device. 20 , which is configured to provide authentication information(s) from the authenticated end device 30 to store. The storage 20 It includes non-volatile memory and volatile memory. The memory 20 It stores, for example, various control programs, pre-configured information, and the like. The authentication unit 16 is configured to be the end device 30 to authenticate when the first communicator 14 received authentication information(s) stored in memory 20 The stored authentication information(s) correspond to (hereinafter referred to as "the stored authentication information(s)"). The authentication unit 16 is configured to be the end device 30 not to be authenticated if the first communicator14 The received authentication information(s) do not match the stored authentication information(s).

[0068] The control 18 is a central processing unit (CPU) or a microprocessor unit (MPU). The control 18 is configured to process based on the first piece of information from the first communicator 14 to enable, if the authentication unit 16 the end device 30 authenticated. The control 18 is configured to process based on the first piece of information from the first communicator 14 not to allow if the authentication unit 16 the end device 30 not authenticated. In the present embodiment, the control system restricts 18 the communication between the first communicator 14 and the end device 30so that the end device 30 not give the first piece of information to the first communicator 14 can be transmitted if the authentication unit 16 the end device 30 Not authenticated. The control 18 can be configured to process based on the first piece of information from the first communicator 14 not to allow if the authentication unit 16 the end device 30 not authenticated.

[0069] If the authentication unit 16 the end device 30 authenticated, the control 18 configured to process based on the first piece of information from the first communicator 14 to enable the communication of the second piece of information by the first communicator 14 to enable this. That is, if the authentication unit 16 the end device 30authenticated, the control system executes 18 a process based on the first information(s) from the first communicator 14 out and sends the second piece of information (or pieces of information) via the first communicator 14 to the end device 30 The control 18 is configured to be the first communicator 14 to enable the transmission of the second piece of information(s) without processing based on the first piece of information from the first communicator. 14 to enable, if the authentication unit 16 the end device 30 not authenticated. That means the control 18 sends the second piece of information (or pieces of information) via the first communicator. 14 to the end device 30 , even if the authentication unit 16 the end device 30 not authenticated.

[0070] The end device 30includes at least one of a personal computer (PC), an intelligent device SD and the SC bicycle computer. The intelligent device SD This includes, for example, at least one portable device such as a smartwatch, a smartphone, and a tablet computer. The end device 30 It is configured, for example, to receive the authentication information(s) and to communicate the second piece of information. Various electrical elements are located in the terminal device. 30 are contained, for example, by electrical energy from a battery (not shown) located in the end device 30 is installed, or is operated by electrical energy from a commercial power supply (not shown). The configuration and operation of the end device 30 is now described under the assumption that the end device 30The intelligent device SD (smartphone) is the personal computer. PC and the SC bicycle computer are essentially configured in the same way as the SD smart device when used as an end device 30 can be used. In a case where the end device 30 the intelligent device SD or the SC bicycle computer, the end device 30 on the human-powered vehicle A to be installed.

[0071] The end device 30 includes a housing 32 , an input unit 34 for receiving the authentication information(s) and the second communicator 38 for transmitting the authentication information(s) to the control device 12 The input unit 34 is, for example, on an outdoor surface 32A of the case 32 planned (see Fig. 3) The input unit34 includes at least one of a control panel 34A , a camera 36 , a microphone 34B and a connection socket for electronic devices 34C The control panel 34A It is configured to receive authentication information such as a passcode, password, fingerprint information, or handwriting information. Furthermore, the control panel can 34A It will be configured to receive the initial information(s). The camera 36 can an in-camera 36A and an external camera 36B include (see Fig. 3) The camera 36 It is configured to receive authentication information such as fingerprint information, iris information, retinal information, vein information, facial information, palm information, and the like. One of the two cameras 36A and 36B can be from the camera36 be omitted. The microphone 34B It is configured to receive authentication information such as voice output. The connector for electronic devices 34C It is configured to connect to an electronic device, such as a USB (Universal Serial Bus) storage device. The connector for electronic devices 34C It is configured to receive authentication information such as a password, passcode, or similar. In this case, the password, passcode, or similar information is stored on a USB storage device.

[0072] The second communicator 38 is, for example, inside the case 32 planned. The second communicator 38 is configured to perform wireless communication. In the present embodiment, the second communicator is 38configured to establish wireless communication with the first communicator 14 the control device 12 to produce. The second communicator 38 It is configured to receive the second piece of information. More precisely, it is the second communicator. 38 configured to receive the second piece of information(s) from the first communicator 14 The end device is / are transferred. 30 still includes an ad 40 , which is configured to display the second piece of information. The display 40 is a liquid crystal display, an organic electroluminescent display ( EL ) or an inorganic electroluminescent display ( EL ) (see Fig. 3) In the present embodiment, the display 40 a control panel with a touchscreen. In this case, the display functions 40 also as a control panel 34A the input unit 34The advertisement 40 It doesn't have to be a control panel display.

[0073] The end device 30 includes an actuation unit 42 and a control system 44 The actuating unit 42 For example, it is activated to power the display. 40 to switch on and off. In the present embodiment, the actuating unit 42 A button with a touch sensor (not shown). In this case, the button configures the actuator unit. 42 the control panel 34A the input unit 34 The control 44 is a CPU or an MPU. The control 44 controls the display 40 , to display the screens 40 to switch. Furthermore, the control system transmits 44 the authentication information input to the input unit 34 and the first information input to the control panel 34Aor the like to the control device 12 via the second communicator 38 and shows the one from the second communicator 38 received second piece of information on the display 40 to.

[0074] An example of specific control content of the controller 44 will now be discussed with reference to the Fig. 3 and Fig. 4 described.

[0075] In a case where, for example, the actuating unit 42 is activated to display 40 to activate and the first communicator 14 and the second communicator 38 To connect in order to establish wireless communication with a predetermined application program, shifts the control 44 the display screen 40 on an authentication screen GA (see Fig. 3) In a case where authentication information is provided by the input unit 34When GA is entered into the authentication screen, the controller sends... 44 the authentication information(s) about the second communicator 38 to the control device 12 According to the authentication result of the authentication unit 16 the control 44 shifts the control unit 12 the display screen 40 from the authentication screen GA to a selection screen GS (see Fig. 4).

[0076] In particular, the control changes 44 in a case where the end device 30 was authenticated, to the selection screen GS , which allows the selection of a mode for entering the first piece of information (hereinafter referred to as "first mode") and a mode for displaying the second piece of information on the display 40(hereinafter referred to as "second mode"). In a case where the first mode is selected on the GS selection screen, the control shifts 44 the display screen 40 to an input screen (not shown) that allows the entry of the first piece of information. The control 44 transmits the first piece of information received via the control panel 34A or similar is / are entered on the input screen, via the second communicator 38 to the control unit 12 In a case where the second mode GS is selected on the selection screen, the control shifts 44 the display screen 40 to a main screen (not shown) and displays the information from the second communicator 38 received second piece of information. In a case where the end device 30If it is not / will not be authenticated, the control shifts. 44 The screen switches to the GS selection screen, so only the second mode can be selected. In this case, the first mode cannot be selected via the GS selection screen. Therefore, the first piece of information cannot be accessed via the control panel. 34A or similar. This restricts communication between the first communicator. 14 and the second communicator 38 so that the second communicator 38 not give the first piece of information to the first communicator 14 can transmit.

[0077] An example of a control device 12 The executed control is now being carried out with reference to Fig. 5 described.

[0078] The control 18 executes the control described below, for example by activating the first communicator 14and the second communicator 38 so that wireless communication is possible. In step S11 determines the control 18 , whether the first communicator 14 the authentication information(s) from the second communicator 38 has received it or not. As long as the control 18 determined that the first communicator 14 the authentication information(s) in step S11 If it has not received, the control repeats. 18 the process of step S11 In a case where the control 18 in step S11 determined that the first communicator 14 The controller, having received the authentication information(s), operates the system. 18 with step S12 on. In step S12 The controller reads 18 the stored authentication information(s) from memory 20 .

[0079] In step S13determines the control 18 , whether the end device 30 was authenticated or not. In particular, the control system determines this. 18 , whether the process of step S11 captured authentication information(s) in the process of step S12 The captured stored authentication information(s) corresponds or does not correspond. In a case where the control 18 in step S13 determined that the end device 30 Once authenticated, the control system moves 18 with step S14 on. In step S14 allows the control 18 the process based on the first information(s) from the first communicator 14 In a case where the first communicator 14 the first piece of information from the second communicator 38 receives, the control 18 This involves processing based on the first piece of information.

[0080] In a case where the control 18 in step S13 determined that the end device 30 If authentication is not successful, the control system will operate. 18 with step S15 on. In step S15 allows the control 18 No processing based on the first information(s) from the first communicator. 14 Thus, the control system limits 18 the communication between the first communicator 14 and the second communicator 38 so that the second communicator 38 not give the first piece of information to the first communicator 14 can transmit. In this way, the control system is improved. 10 Security, by focusing on the authentication condition of the end device 30 refers to determining whether processing is based on the first piece of information from the first communicator. 14It should be allowed or not. Modified examples

[0081] The description relating to the embodiment described above illustrates, without limitation, one applicable form of a control device and control system according to the present disclosure. In addition to the embodiment described above, the control device and control system according to the present disclosure apply, for example, to modified examples of the embodiment described above and combinations of at least two of the modified examples that do not contradict each other. In the modified examples described below, the components that are identical to the corresponding components of the embodiment described above are given the same reference numbers. A detailed description of these components is omitted.

[0082] The components CO The included elements can be modified as desired. For example, some of the electrically driven elements can be separated from the components. CO be excluded. In particular, the wheel W, including the driver assistance device E, may be excluded from the components. CO be exempt. This means that a driver assistance device with an electric motor mounted on the front wheel WF or the rear wheel WR can be exempt from the components. CO are excluded from the present disclosure.

[0083] The control content of the control device 12 can be changed as desired. In one example, in a case where the end device 30 If the controller is not authenticated, it may not be able to access the system. 44 execute the second mode without going to the selection screen GS to switch so that only the second mode can be selected. That is, the control 44 can the second piece of information be displayed? 40indicate when the end device 30 is not authenticated.

[0084] The position of the control device 12 can be freely chosen. In one example, the control device includes 12 , as in Fig. 6 shown, furthermore a housing 22 with various elements and a holder 24 , which are for mounting on human-powered vehicles A is configured. The first communicator 14 , the authentication unit 16 , the control 18 and the storage 20 are in the case 22 accommodated. The bracket 24 is on the outer surface of the housing 22 provided (not shown). The bracket 24 can be integrated with the housing 22 provided or removable from the housing 22 to be attached. In the example of Fig. 6 is the bracket 24configured to attach to the handlebar H of the human-powered vehicle A to be attached. Thus, the control device 12 on the handlebar H assembled.

[0085] The configuration of the control device 12 can be changed as desired. In one example, the control device 12 configured to communicate electrically with the end device via a communication line (not shown). 30 to be connected, so that between the first communicator 14 and the second communicator 38 a power line communication ( PLC ) is carried out. In this case, the first communicator must 14 and the second communicator 38 It cannot be configured to perform wireless communication.

[0086] The human-powered vehicle AIt can be of any type. In a first example, it's a human-powered vehicle. A A racing bike, a mountain bike, a cross bike, a city bike, a cargo bike, or a recumbent bike. In a second example, the human-powered vehicle is... A a kick scooter. Reference symbol list 10) Tax system, 12) Control device, 14) first communicator, 16) Authentication unit, 18) Control, 20) Storage, 24) Bracket, 30) End device, 34) Input unit, 34A) Control panel, 34B) Microphone, 34C) Connector socket for electronic devices, 36) Camera, 38) second communicator, 40) Advertisement, A) human-powered vehicle, C) Crank assembly, DD) Drive device, E) Driver assistance device, E2) Housing, ASP) adjustable seatpost, BD) Brake device, BT) battery, CO) component, CS) Cadence sensor DS) Drive force sensor, EC) Power generator, LD) Locking device, LP) light, OD) Actuating device, PC) Personal Computer, SC) Bicycle computer, SD) intelligent device, SS) Speed ​​sensor, SU) Suspension, T) Transmission device, W) Wheel QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] JP 2018029646

[0001] JP 2005280441

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Claims

[1] Control device relating to a component of a human-powered vehicle, wherein the control device comprises: a first communicator configured to communicate authentication information(s) of an end device, first information, and second information(s) to the end device, wherein the first information(s) is / are different from the authentication information(s), and the second information(s) is / are different from the authentication information(s) and the first information(s); an authentication unit configured to authenticate the terminal device based on the authentication information(s) of the first communicator; and a controller configured to determine, based on an authentication result from the authentication unit, whether or not processing should be allowed based on the first piece of information from the first communicator. [2] Control device relating to a component of a human-powered vehicle, wherein the control device comprises: a first communicator configured to receive authentication information(s) and first information from an end device and to transmit the authentication information(s) and second information(s) to the end device, wherein the first information(s) is / are different from the authentication information(s) and the second information(s) is / are different from the first authentication information(s) and the first information(s); an authentication unit configured to authenticate the terminal device based on the authentication information(s) of the first communicator; and a controller configured to determine, based on an authentication result from the authentication unit, whether or not processing should be allowed based on the first piece of information from the first communicator. [3] Control device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the component excludes a wheel with a driver assistance device. [4] Control device according to claim 3, wherein the component includes at least one of an actuating device, a transmission device, a braking device, a suspension, an adjustable seat post, a light, a current generator, a speed sensor, a cadence sensor, a drive force sensor, a battery, a locking device, a bicycle computer and a drive device with a crank assembly and a driving assistance device. [5] Control device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the authentication unit is configured not to authenticate the end device if the first communicator does not receive the authentication information(s). [6] Control device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, further comprising a memory that stores the authentication information(s) of the authenticated terminal device, and the authentication unit is configured such that it does not authenticate the terminal device if the authentication information(s) received from the first communicator does not match the authentication information(s) stored in the memory. [7] Control device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the control is configured to not allow processing based on the first information(s) of the first communicator if the authentication unit does not authenticate the terminal device. [8] Control device according to claim 7, wherein the control is configured to allow the first communicator to transmit the second information(s) without allowing processing based on the first information(s) of the first communicator if the authentication unit does not authenticate the terminal device. [9] Control device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the first communicator is configured to perform wireless communication. [10] Control device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the authentication unit includes an arbitrary passcode, a password and biometric information(s). [11] Control device according to claim 10, wherein the biometric information(s) includes at least one of fingerprint information(s), speech output information(s), iris information(s), retinal information(s), vein information(s), facial information(s), palm information(s) and handwriting information(s). [12] Control device according to one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the first information(s) includes at least one of the information(s) regarding the firmware update of the component and information(s) regarding the setting changes of the component. [13] Control device according to one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the second information(s) includes at least one of an actuation state of the component and the information received by the component. [14] Control device according to any one of claims 1 to 13, further comprising a bracket configured to be mounted on the human-powered vehicle. [15] Control device according to any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the control device is configured to be housed in a housing of the component. [16] Tax system, comprehensive: the control device according to any one of claims 1 to 15; and the end device [17] Control system according to claim 16, wherein the end device includes an input unit configured to receive the authentication information(s) and a second communicator configured to transmit the authentication information(s) to the control device. [18] Control system according to claim 17, wherein the input unit includes at least one of a control panel, a camera, a microphone and a connector socket for electronic devices. [19] Control system according to claim 17 or 18, wherein the second communicator is configured to perform wireless communication. [20] Tax system according to one of claims 17 to 19, wherein the end device further includes a display configured to show the second piece of information, and the second communicator is configured to receive the second piece of information. [21] Control system according to any one of claims 16 to 20, wherein the end device includes at least one of a personal computer, an intelligent device and a bicycle computer.

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