ELECTRICAL DEVICE AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FOR A MUSCLE-POWERED VEHICLE

Abstract

An electrical device comprises a first communicator circuit and a first electronic controller circuit. The first communicator circuit is configured to receive a signal from a second communicator circuit of a second electrical device. The first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from a first state to a second state based on a first output from a first sensor, which is configured to detect a first sensor object. The first state has a first energy consumption. The second state has a second energy consumption. The first energy consumption is lower than the second energy consumption.The first electronic controller circuit is set up to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the second state to the first state based on a second output from a second sensor, which is set up to detect a second sensor object that differs from the first sensor object.

Description

BACKGROUND

[0001] This application claims priority over US patent application US 18 / 470,383, filed on September 19, 2023. The entire disclosure of US patent US 18 / 470,383 is hereby incorporated by reference herein.

[0002] The present invention relates to an electrical device and a control system of a muscle-powered vehicle or a human-driven vehicle.

[0003] A muscle-powered vehicle includes an electrical unit designed to be powered by an electrical supply. One of the objectives of the present disclosure is to improve the electrical power consumption of such an electrical unit or of a system incorporating the electrical unit. SUMMARY

[0004] In accordance with a first aspect of the present invention, an electrical device of a muscle-powered vehicle comprises a first communicator circuit and a first electronic controller circuit. The first communicator circuit is configured to receive a signal from a second communicator circuit of a second electrical device. The first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from a first state to a second state based on a first output from a first sensor, which is configured to detect a first sensor object. The first state exhibits a first energy consumption. The second state exhibits a second energy consumption.The first energy consumption is lower than the second energy consumption. The first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the second state to the first state based on a second output from a second sensor, which is configured to detect a second sensor object that differs from the first sensor object.

[0005] With the electrical device as described in the first aspect, the first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the first state to the second state based on the first output of the first sensor, while the second electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the second state to the first state based on the second output of the second sensor. This improves the flexibility of controlling the state of the first communicator circuit compared to a case where the first electronic controller circuit changes the state of the first communicator circuit based solely on the first and second outputs. Therefore, it is possible to efficiently improve the electrical power consumption and energy efficiency of the electrical device.

[0006] In accordance with a second aspect of the present invention, the electrical device according to the first aspect is configured so that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the first state to the second state based on the first output with respect to a driving state of the muscle-powered vehicle.

[0007] With the electrical device according to the second aspect, it is possible to efficiently improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device depending on the driving condition of the muscle-powered vehicle.

[0008] In accordance with a third aspect of the present invention, the electrical device is configured according to the first or second aspect so that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the second state to the first state based on the second output with respect to the driving state of the muscle-powered vehicle.

[0009] With the electrical device according to the third aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device more efficiently based on the driving condition of the muscle-powered vehicle.

[0010] In accordance with a fourth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device according to one of the first to third aspects is configured such that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the first state to the second state based on the first output with respect to one of the following: vibration or oscillation of the muscle-powered vehicle; pedaling torque or pedaling force of a crank of the muscle-powered vehicle; cadence or pedaling frequency of the muscle-powered vehicle; and a speed of the muscle-powered vehicle.

[0011] With the electrical device according to the fourth aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device more efficiently based on one of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle; pedaling torque of a crank of the muscle-powered vehicle; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle; and the speed of the muscle-powered vehicle.

[0012] In accordance with a fifth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device according to the fourth aspect is configured so that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the second state to the first state based on the second output with respect to one of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle; pedaling torque of the crank of the muscle-powered vehicle; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle; and speed of the muscle-powered vehicle.

[0013] With the electrical device according to the fifth aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device more efficiently based on another of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle; pedaling torque of a crank of the muscle-powered vehicle; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle; and the speed of the muscle-powered vehicle.

[0014] In accordance with a sixth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device is configured according to one of the first to fifth aspects such that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the first state to the second state if, or in a case, the first output is greater than a first threshold.

[0015] With the electrical device according to the sixth aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device more efficiently based on the first output.

[0016] In accordance with a seventh aspect of the present invention, the electrical device is configured according to one of the first to sixth aspects such that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the second state to the first state if the second output is less than a second threshold.

[0017] With the electrical device according to the seventh aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device based on the second edition more efficiently.

[0018] In accordance with an eighth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device is configured according to the seventh aspect such that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the second state to the first state if the second output for a second determination time is less than the second threshold.

[0019] With the electrical device according to the eighth aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device more efficiently based on the second edition.

[0020] In accordance with a ninth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device is configured according to one of the first to eighth aspects so that the first communicator circuit is configured to monitor, or monitor, the signal transmitted by the second communicator circuit of the second electrical device in a first interval in the first state.

[0021] With the electrical device according to the ninth aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device in the first state during signal monitoring more efficiently.

[0022] In accordance with a tenth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device according to the ninth aspect is configured such that the first communicator circuit is configured to monitor, in a second interval in the second state, the signal transmitted by the second communicator circuit of the second electrical device. The second interval is shorter than the first interval.

[0023] With the electrical device according to the tenth aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device in the second state during signal monitoring more efficiently.

[0024] In accordance with an eleventh aspect of the present invention, the electrical device is configured according to the ninth aspect so that the first communicator circuit is configured to continuously monitor the signal transmitted by the second communicator circuit of the second electrical device in the second state.

[0025] With the electrical device according to the eleventh aspect, it is possible to reliably capture or detect the signal transmitted by the second communicator circuit.

[0026] In accordance with a twelfth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device according to any one of the first to eleventh aspects further comprises an electric actuator configured to generate an actuating force. The first electronic controller circuit is configured to control the electric actuator to generate the actuating force if the first communicator circuit detects the signal in the second state.

[0027] With the electrical device according to the twelfth aspect, it is possible to utilize the actuating force of the electric actuator in the second state.

[0028] In accordance with a thirteenth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device is configured according to one of the first to twelfth aspects such that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the first state to the second state if the first communicator circuit detects the signal in the first state.

[0029] With the electrical device according to the thirteenth aspect, it is possible to change the state of the first communicator circuit based on the signal in the first state. Thus, it is possible to improve the user-friendliness of the electrical device while efficiently improving its electrical power consumption.

[0030] In accordance with a fourteenth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device is configured according to one of the first to thirteenth aspects such that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to receive electricity from a current generator or energy generator configured to generate electricity.

[0031] With the electrical device according to the fourteenth aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device more efficiently by using the electricity generated by the power generator.

[0032] In accordance with a fifteenth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device is configured according to one of the first to fourteenth aspects such that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to receive electricity from a power storage device or energy storage device configured to store electricity.

[0033] With the electrical device according to the fifteenth aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical device more efficiently by using the electricity stored by the power storage device.

[0034] In accordance with a sixteenth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device according to one of the first to fifteenth aspects is configured such that the first electronic controller circuit is configured to be electrically connected to an additional electronic controller circuit. The first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit based on a command generated by the additional electronic controller circuit.

[0035] With the electrical device according to the sixteenth aspect, it is possible to reliably change the state of the first communicator circuit using the command generated by the additional electronic controller circuit.

[0036] In accordance with a seventeenth aspect of the present invention, the electrical device is configured according to the sixteenth aspect such that the additional electronic controller circuit is configured to generate a first command in response to the first output of the first sensor. The first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the first state to the second state in response to the first command. The additional electronic controller circuit is configured to generate a second command in response to the second output of the second sensor. The first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit from the second state to the first state in response to the second command.

[0037] With the electrical device according to the seventeenth aspect, it is possible to reliably change the state of the first communicator circuit using the first command and the second command generated by the additional electronic controller circuit.

[0038] In accordance with an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, an electrical system of a muscle-powered vehicle comprises the electrical device according to any one of the first to seventeenth aspects and the auxiliary electrical device. The auxiliary electrical device is configured to be electrically connected to the first electronic controller circuit of the electrical device. The first electronic controller circuit is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit based on a command generated by the auxiliary electrical device.

[0039] With the electrical system according to the eighteenth aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical system more efficiently using the electrical device and the auxiliary electrical device.

[0040] In accordance with a nineteenth aspect of the present invention, the electrical system according to the eighteenth aspect further comprises the first sensor and the second sensor.

[0041] With the electrical system according to the first aspect, it is possible to improve the electrical power saving of the electrical system more efficiently using the electrical device, the additional electrical device, the first sensor and the second sensor.

[0042] In accordance with a twentieth aspect of the present invention, the electrical system is configured according to the eighteenth or nineteenth aspect such that the auxiliary electrical device is provided separately from the electrical device. The first electronic controller circuit is configured to be electrically connected to the auxiliary electrical device via an electrical cable or wires.

[0043] With the electrical device according to the twentieth aspect, it is possible to improve the flexibility of the arrangement of the electrical device and the auxiliary electrical device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0044] A more complete appreciation of the invention and many of its associated advantages is easily achieved when it becomes more understandable with reference to the following detailed description and when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Fig. Figure 1 is a side view of a muscle-powered vehicle incorporating a control system in accordance with one of the embodiments. Fig. Figure 2 is a schematic block diagram of the control system of the muscle-powered vehicle, which is located in Fig. 1 is shown. Fig. Figure 3 is a side view of an electrical device in accordance with one of the embodiments. Fig. Figure 4 is a schematic block diagram of the control system of the muscle-powered vehicle, which is located in Fig. 1 is shown. Fig. Figure 5 is a side view of an additional electrical device in accordance with one of the embodiments. Fig. Figure 6 is a schematic block diagram of the control system of the muscle-powered vehicle, which is located in Fig. 1 is shown. Fig. Figure 7 is a top view of the electrical device located in Fig. 3 is shown. Fig. Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view of the auxiliary electrical device located in Fig. 5 is shown. Fig. Figure 9 is another cross-sectional view of the auxiliary electrical device, which is located in Fig. 5 is shown. Fig. Figure 10 is a perspective view of the additional electrical device, which is located in Fig. 5 is shown. Fig. 11 is a timing diagram showing the control of the control system that is in Fig. 1 is shown. Fig. 12 is a schematic diagram showing the control of the control system that is in Fig. 1 is shown. Fig. Figure 13 is a time diagram showing the control of a control system in accordance with a modification. Fig. Figure 14 is a time diagram showing the control of a control system in accordance with a further modification. Fig. Figure 15 is a time diagram showing the control of a control system in accordance with a further modification. Fig. Figure 16 is a schematic block diagram of a control system of a muscle-powered vehicle in accordance with a modification. Fig. 17 is a schematic diagram showing the control of the control system that is in Fig. 16 is shown. DESCRIPTION OF THE EXECUTION FORMS

[0045] The embodiments are now described with reference to the attached drawings, where the same reference numerals denote corresponding or identical elements in the different drawings.

[0046] As in Fig. Figure 1 shows a muscle-powered vehicle 10 comprising a crank 12, a sprocket 14, a chain 16, a sprocket assembly 18, a wheel 20A, a wheel 20B, and a vehicle body 22. The vehicle body 22 includes, for example, a frame 22F, a handlebar 22H, a front fork 22A, and a saddle 22S. The crank 12 is rotatably coupled to the vehicle body 22. The crank 12 rotates relative to the vehicle body 22 while pedaling. The sprocket 14 is coupled to the crank 12. The sprocket assembly 18 is rotatably coupled to the vehicle body 22. The chain 16 engages with the sprocket 14 and the sprocket assembly 18. The chainring assembly 18 is coupled to the wheel 20A to transmit pedaling force from the crank 12 via the chainring 14 and the chain 16 to the wheel 20A. The chainring 14 can contain at least two chainrings, if required or desired.

[0047] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 1, the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical system 24. The electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 comprises an electrical device FS. The electrical device FS is designed to be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0048] The electrical device FS includes a suspension. The electrical device FS is designed to absorb shocks or vibrations generated by driving on uneven terrain. The electrical device FS is installed in the front fork 22A. The electrical device FS is designed to absorb shocks or vibrations transmitted by the wheel 20A. The electrical device FS includes a first longitudinal member FS1 and a second longitudinal member FS2. The first longitudinal member FS1 and the second longitudinal member FS2 are movable relative to each other.

[0049] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the electrical device FS of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electric actuator FS3. The electric actuator FS3 is configured to generate an actuating force. Examples of the electric actuator FS3 include an electric motor.

[0050] The electrical device FS includes a state change structure FS4, which is configured to change the state of the electrical device FS between a first state and a second state. The electrical actuator FS3 is configured to actuate the state change structure FS4 to change the state of the electrical device FS between the first state and the second state. For example, the state change structure FS4 includes a valve unit.

[0051] For example, the state change structure FS4 is configured to allow the first longitudinal member FS1 and the second longitudinal member FS2 to move relative to each other in the first state. The state change structure FS4 is also configured to restrict the first longitudinal member FS1 and the second longitudinal member FS2 from moving relative to each other in the second state.

[0052] The electrical device FS comprises an electrical energy source, current source, or power source FS5 and an energy source holder FS6. The electrical energy source FS5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator FS3. The energy source holder FS6 is configured to hold the electrical energy source FS5 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical energy source FS5 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the energy source holder FS6. The energy source holder FS6 is configured to be electrically connected to the electric actuator FS3. The electrical energy source FS5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator FS3 via the energy source holder FS6. Examples of the electrical energy source FS5 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.In a case where electricity is supplied to the electrical device FS from another power source, such as an electric power generator, the electrical power source FS5 can be removed from the power source holder FS6 and a dummy battery can be attached to the power source holder FS6, or a connection between the power source holder FS6 and the electric actuator FS3 can be interrupted by removing an electrical cable that is set up to connect the power source holder FS6 and the electric actuator FS3.

[0053] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 1, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device RS. The electrical device RS is designed to be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0054] The electrical device RS includes a suspension. The electrical device RS is designed to absorb shocks or vibrations generated by driving on uneven terrain. The electrical device RS is designed to absorb shocks or vibrations transmitted by wheel 20B. The electrical device RS includes a first longitudinal member RS1 and a second longitudinal member RS2. The first longitudinal member RS1 and the second longitudinal member RS2 are relatively movable.

[0055] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the electrical device RS of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 comprises an electric actuator, or electrical actuator RS3. The electrical actuator RS3 is configured to generate an actuating force. Examples of the electrical actuator RS3 include an electric motor.

[0056] The electrical device RS includes a state-change structure RS4, which is configured to change the state of the electrical device RS between a first state and a second state. The electrical actuator RS3 is configured to actuate the state-change structure RS4 to change the state of the electrical device RS between the first state and the second state. For example, the state-change structure RS4 includes a valve unit.

[0057] The state change structure RS4 is configured to allow the first longitudinal member RS1 and the second longitudinal member RS2 to move relative to each other in the first state. The state change structure RS4 is also configured to restrict the first longitudinal member RS1 and the second longitudinal member RS2 from moving relative to each other in the second state.

[0058] The electrical device RS comprises an electrical power source RS5 and a power source holder RS6. The electrical power source RS5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator RS3. The power source holder RS6 is configured to hold the electrical power source RS5 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source RS5 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder RS6. The power source holder RS6 is configured to be electrically connected to the electric actuator RS3. The electrical power source RS5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator RS3 via the power source holder RS6. Examples of the electrical power source RS5 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.In a case where electricity is supplied to the electrical device RS from another power supply, such as an electric power generator, the electrical power source RS5 may be removed from the power source holder RS6 and a dummy battery may be attached to the power source holder RS6, or a connection between the power source holder RS6 and the electric actuator RS3 may be interrupted by removing an electrical cable that is set up to connect the power source holder RS6 and the electric actuator RS3.

[0059] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 1, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device RD. The electrical device RD is designed to be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0060] The electrical device RD includes a gear shifter. The electrical device RD is configured to change the gear ratio of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The gear ratio is the ratio of the rotational speed of the sprocket assembly 18 to the rotational speed of the chainring 14. The electrical device RD is configured to shift the chain 16 relative to the sprocket assembly 18. In the present embodiment, the electrical device RD includes a rear derailleur. However, the electrical device RD can include a different type of gear shifter if required or desired. Examples of a different type of gear shifter include a front derailleur and an internal gear hub.

[0061] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the electrical device RD further comprises a base link RD1 and a movable link RD2. The base link RD1 can be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the human-powered vehicle 10. The movable link RD2 is movable relative to the base link RD1. For example, the movable link RD2 includes a chain guide RD21 and a linkage RD22. The chain guide RD21 can contact the chain 16. The linkage RD22 movably couples the base link RD1 and the chain guide RD21.

[0062] The electrical device RD of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 comprises an electric actuator RD3. The electric actuator RD3 is configured to generate an actuating force. Examples of the electric actuator RD3 include an electric motor. The electric actuator RD3 is coupled to at least one of the base member RD1 and the movable member RD2 to move the movable member RD2 relative to the base member RD1. The electric actuator RD3 is provided at least partially to at least one of the base member RD1 and the movable member RD2.

[0063] The electrical device RD comprises an electrical power source RD5 and a power source holder RD6. The electrical power source RD5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator RD3. The power source holder RD6 is configured to hold the electrical power source RD5 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source RD5 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder RD6. The power source holder RD6 is configured to be electrically connected to the electric actuator RD3. The electrical power source RD5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator RD3 via the power source holder RD6. Examples of the electrical power source RD5 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.In a case where electricity is supplied to the electrical device RD from another power supply, such as an electric power generator, the electrical power source RD5 may be removed from the power source holder RD6 and a dummy battery may be attached to the power source holder RD6, or a connection between the power source holder RD6 and the electric actuator RD3 may be interrupted by removing an electrical cable that is set up to connect the power source holder RD6 and the electric actuator RD3.

[0064] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 1, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device DU. The electrical device DU is designed to be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0065] The electrical device DU includes an auxiliary drive unit. The electrical device DU is configured to assist the drive of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device DU is configured to change the assistance ratio depending on the muscle force applied to the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0066] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the electrical device DU of the human-powered vehicle 10 includes an electric actuator DU3. The electric actuator DU3 is configured to generate an actuating force. Examples of the electric actuator DU3 include an electric motor. The electric actuator DU3 is configured to exert or apply the actuating force to the human-powered vehicle 10 in order to assist the propulsion of the human-powered vehicle 10.

[0067] The electrical device DU comprises an electrical power source DU5 and a power source holder DU6. The electrical power source DU5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator DU3. The power source holder DU6 is configured to hold the electrical power source DU5 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source DU5 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder DU6. The power source holder DU6 is configured to be electrically connected to the electric actuator DU3. The electrical power source DU5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator DU3 via the power source holder DU6. Examples of the electrical power source DU5 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.In a case where electricity is supplied to the electrical device DU from another power supply, such as an electric power generator, the electrical power source DU5 may be removed from the power source holder DU6 and a dummy battery may be attached to the power source holder DU6, or a connection between the power source holder DU6 and the electric actuator DU3 may be interrupted by removing an electrical cable that is set up to connect the power source holder DU6 and the electric actuator DU3.

[0068] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 1, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device FB. The electrical device FB is designed to be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0069] The electrical device FB includes a braking device. The electrical device FB is configured to exert a braking force on the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device FB is configured to exert a braking force on wheel 20A.

[0070] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the electrical device FB further comprises a base element FB1 and a movable element FB2. The base element FB1 can be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the human-powered vehicle 10. The movable element FB2 is movable relative to the base element FB1. For example, the movable element FB2 includes a brake pad. The movable element FB2 can slide and touch or make contact with the wheel 20A. The electrical device FB of the human-powered vehicle 10 comprises an electric actuator FB3. The electric actuator FB3 is configured to generate an actuating force. Examples of electric actuators FB3 include an electric motor. The electric actuator FB3 is configured to move the movable element FB2 relative to the base element FB1. The electric actuator FB3 is set up to exert the actuating force on the muscle-powered vehicle 10 as the braking force via the movable link FB2.

[0071] The electrical device FB comprises an electrical power source FB5 and a power source holder FB6. The electrical power source FB5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator FB3. The power source holder FB6 is configured to hold the electrical power source FB5 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source FB5 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder FB6. The power source holder FB6 is configured to be electrically connected to the electric actuator FB3. The electrical power source FB5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator FB3 via the power source holder FB6. Examples of the electrical power source FB5 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.In a case where electricity is supplied to the electrical device FB from another power supply, such as an electric power generator, the electrical power source FB5 may be removed from the power source holder FB6 and a dummy battery may be attached to the power source holder FB6, or a connection between the power source holder FB6 and the electric actuator FB3 may be interrupted by removing an electrical cable that is set up to connect the power source holder FB6 and the electric actuator FB3.

[0072] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 1, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device RB. The electrical device RB is designed to be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0073] The electrical device RB includes a braking device. The electrical device RB is configured to exert a braking force on the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device RB is configured to exert a braking force on wheel 20B.

[0074] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the electrical device RB further comprises a base element RB1 and a movable element RB2. The base element RB1 can be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the human-powered vehicle 10. The movable element RB2 is movable relative to the base element RB1. For example, the movable element RB2 includes a brake pad. The movable element RB2 is slidably in contact with the wheel 20A. The electrical device RB of the human-powered vehicle 10 comprises an electric actuator RB3. The electric actuator RB3 is configured to generate an actuating force. Examples of the electric actuator RB3 include an electric motor. The electric actuator RB3 is configured to move the movable element RB2 relative to the base element RB1. The electric actuator RB3 is set up to exert the actuating force on the muscle-powered vehicle 10 as the braking force via the movable link RB2.

[0075] The electrical device RB comprises an electrical power source RB5 and a power source holder RB6. The electrical power source RB5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator RB3. The power source holder RB6 is configured to hold the electrical power source RB5 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source RB5 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder RB6. The power source holder RB6 is configured to be electrically connected to the electric actuator RB3. The electrical power source RB5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator RB3 via the power source holder RB6. Examples of the electrical power source RB5 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.In a case where electricity is supplied to the electrical device RB from another power supply, such as an electric power generator, the electrical power source RB5 may be removed from the power source holder RB6 and a dummy battery may be attached to the power source holder RB6, or a connection between the power source holder RB6 and the electric actuator RB3 may be interrupted by removing an electrical cable that is set up to connect the power source holder RB6 and the electric actuator RB3.

[0076] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 1, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device AS. The electrical device AS is designed to be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0077] The electrical device AS includes an adjustable seatpost. The electrical device AS is configured to change the height of the saddle 22S relative to the frame 22F. The electrical device AS has an adjustable state and a locked state. The electrical device AS allows the user to change the height of the saddle 22S in the adjustable state. The electrical device AS is locked to maintain the height of the saddle 22S in the locked state. The electrical device AS is configured to change its state between the adjustable state and the locked state. The electrical device AS includes a first longitudinal member AS1 and a second longitudinal member AS2. The first longitudinal member AS1 and the second longitudinal member AS2 are relatively movable.

[0078] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the electrical device AS of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electric actuator AS3. The electric actuator AS3 is configured to generate an actuating force. Examples of the electric actuator AS3 include an electric motor. The actuating force changes the state of the electrical device AS between the first state and the second state.

[0079] The electrical device AS includes a state change structure AS4, which is configured to change the state of the electrical device AS between the adjustable state and the locked state. The electrical actuator AS3 is configured to actuate, or operate, the state change structure AS4 to change the state of the electrical device AS between the adjustable state and the locked state. For example, the state change structure AS4 includes a valve unit.

[0080] The state change structure AS4 is configured to allow the first longitudinal member AS1 and the second longitudinal member AS2 to move relative to each other in the adjustable state. The state change structure AS4 is also configured to restrict the first longitudinal member AS1 and the second longitudinal member AS2 from moving relative to each other in the locked state.

[0081] The electrical device AS comprises an electrical power source AS5 and a power source holder AS6. The electrical power source AS5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator AS3. The power source holder AS6 is configured to hold the electrical power source AS5 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source AS5 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder AS6. The power source holder AS6 is configured to be electrically connected to the electric actuator AS3. The electrical power source AS5 is configured to supply electricity to the electric actuator AS3 via the power source holder AS6. Examples of the electrical power source AS5 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.In a case where electricity is supplied to the electrical device AS from another power supply, such as an electric power generator, the electrical power source AS5 may be removed from the power source holder AS6 and a dummy battery may be attached to the power source holder AS6, or a connection between the power source holder AS6 and the electric actuator AS3 may be interrupted by removing an electrical cable that is set up to connect the power source holder AS6 and the electric actuator AS3.

[0082] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the electrical system 24 of the human-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device HA. The electrical device HA is designed to be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the human-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device HA includes a hub assembly. The electrical device HA rotatably couples the wheel 20B and the vehicle body 22.

[0083] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 5, the electrical device HA comprises a hub axle HA1, a hub shell HA2, a sprocket support body HA3, and a hub structure HA4. The hub axle HA1 is secured to the vehicle body 22. The hub shell HA2 is rotatably mounted on the hub axle HA1 about a pivot axis A1. The sprocket support body HA3 is rotatably mounted on the hub axle HA1 about the pivot axis A1. The sprocket assembly 18 is mounted on the sprocket support body HA3. The hub structure HA4 is configured to transmit rotation of the sprocket support body HA3 to the hub shell HA2 in one direction of rotation during pedaling. The hub structure HA4 is configured to allow the sprocket support body HA3 to rotate relative to the hub shell HA2 in the opposite direction to the one direction of rotation during idle.

[0084] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the electrical system 24 of the human-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device SP. The electrical device SP is designed to be mounted on the vehicle body 22 of the human-powered vehicle 10. For example, the electrical device SP includes at least one smartphone and one bicycle computer. The electrical device SP is designed to display information relating to the human-powered vehicle 10. However, the electrical device SP may include other structures besides the smartphone and the bicycle computer if needed or desired. The electrical device SP may also be referred to as an external device SP or a display device SP.

[0085] The electrical device SP comprises an electrical power source SP5 and a third power source holder SP6. The third power source holder SP6 is configured to hold the electrical power source SP5 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source SP5 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the third power source holder SP6. Examples of the electrical power source SP5 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.

[0086] The human-powered vehicle 10 may include an electrical device other than those FS, RS, RD, DU, FB, RB, AS, HA, and SP, if required or desired. At least one of the electrical devices FS, RS, RD, DU, FB, RB, AS, HA, and SP may be omitted from the human-powered vehicle 10, if required or desired.

[0087] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 2, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device ST1. The electrical device ST1 is configured to connect to the vehicle body 22 (see, for example, Figure 2). Fig. 1) of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device ST1 is designed to operate the electrical device FS. The electrical device ST1 can be mounted on parts other than the steering rod 22H (see, for example, Fig. 1) be installed if required or desired. The electrical device ST1 can also be referred to as an actuating device ST1.

[0088] The electrical device ST1 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes a user interface ST11. The user interface ST11 is configured to receive a user input U11. The user input U11 includes at least one of the user inputs U11A and U11B. For example, the user interface ST11 includes an electrical switch SW11A, which is configured to be activated by the user input U11A. The user interface ST11 includes an electrical switch SW11B, which is configured to be activated by the user input U11B. The user input U11A involves pressing the electrical switch SW11A. The user input U11B involves pressing the electrical switch SW11B. The user interface ST11 can include structures other than the electrical switch SW11A or SW11B, if needed or desired.One of the electrical switches SW11A and SW11B can be omitted from the user interface ST11 if required or desired.

[0089] User input U11 involves simultaneously receiving user inputs U11A and U11B. User input U11 involves simultaneously pressing electrical switches SW11A and SW11B. User input U11 includes a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW11A. User input U11 includes a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW11B.

[0090] Electrical device ST1 is configured to actuate electrical device FS in response to user input U11. Electrical device ST1 is configured to generate a control signal CS11 in response to user input U11. Electrical device ST1 is configured to generate a control signal CS11A in response to user input U11A. Electrical device ST1 is configured to generate a control signal CS11B in response to user input U11B.

[0091] The electrical device FS has a first state and a second state. For example, the electrical device FS is configured to absorb shocks or vibrations generated by driving on uneven terrain in the first state. The electrical device FS is configured to be free of shocks or vibrations generated by driving on uneven terrain in the second state. The electrical device FS may be configured to have a first stroke in the first state, while the electrical device FS may be configured to have a second stroke in the second state that differs from the first stroke. The electrical device FS may be configured to have a first damping performance in the first state, while the electrical device FS may be configured to have a second damping performance in the second state that differs from the first damping performance.The electrical device FS is configured to change its state between the first and second states in response to the control signal CS11. The electrical device FS is also configured to change its state between the first and second states in response to the control signal CS11A or CA11B. The control signal CS11 indicates a change in the state of the electrical device FS. The control signal CS11A or CA11B indicates a change in the state of the electrical device FS.

[0092] The electrical device ST1 comprises an electrical power source ST15 and a power source holder ST16. The power source holder ST16 is configured to hold the electrical power source ST15 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source ST15 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder ST16. Examples of the electrical power source ST15 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.

[0093] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 2, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device ST2. The electrical device ST2 is configured to connect to the vehicle body 22 (see, for example, Figure 2). Fig. 1) of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device ST2 is designed to operate the electrical device RS. The electrical device ST2 can be mounted on parts other than the steering rod 22H (see, for example, Fig. 1) be installed if required or desired. The ST2 electrical device can also be referred to as an ST2 actuating device.

[0094] The electrical device ST2 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes a user interface ST21. The user interface ST21 is configured to receive a user input U21. The user input U21 includes at least one of the user inputs U21A and U21B. For example, the user interface ST21 includes an electrical switch SW21A, which is configured to be activated by the user input U21A. The user interface ST21 includes an electrical switch SW21B, which is configured to be activated by the user input U21B. The user input U21A involves pressing the electrical switch SW21A. The user input U21B involves pressing the electrical switch SW21B. The user interface ST21 can include structures other than the electrical switch SW21A or SW21B, if required or desired. One of the electrical switches SW21A and SW21B can be omitted from the user interface ST21, if required or desired.

[0095] User input U21 involves simultaneously receiving user inputs U21A and U21B. User input U21 involves simultaneously pressing electrical switches SW21A and SW21B. User input U21 includes a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW21A. User input U21 includes a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW21B.

[0096] Electrical device ST2 is configured to actuate electrical device RS in response to user input U21. Electrical device ST2 is configured to generate a control signal CS21 in response to user input U21. Electrical device ST2 is configured to generate a control signal CS21A in response to user input U21A. Electrical device ST2 is configured to generate a control signal CS21B in response to user input U21B.

[0097] The electrical device RS has a first state and a second state. For example, the electrical device RS is configured to absorb shocks or vibrations generated by driving on uneven terrain in the first state. The electrical device RS is configured to be free of shocks or vibrations generated by driving on uneven terrain in the second state. The electrical device RS may be configured to have a first stroke in the first state, while the electrical device RS may be configured to have a second stroke in the second state that differs from the first stroke. The electrical device RS may be configured to have a first damping performance in the first state, while the electrical device RS may be configured to have a second damping performance in the second state that differs from the first damping performance.The electrical device RS is configured to change its state between the first and second states in response to the control signal CS21. The electrical device RS is also configured to change its state between the first and second states in response to the control signal CS21A or CS21B. The control signal CS21 indicates a change in the state of the electrical device RS. The control signal CS21A or CS21B indicates a change in the state of the electrical device RS.

[0098] The electrical device ST2 comprises an electrical power source ST25 and a power source holder ST26. The power source holder ST26 is configured to hold the electrical power source ST25 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source ST25 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder ST26. Examples of the electrical power source ST25 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.

[0099] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 2, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device ST3. The electrical device ST3 is configured to connect to the vehicle body 22 (see, for example, Figure 2). Fig. 1) of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device ST3 is designed to operate the electrical device RD. The electrical device ST3 can be mounted on parts other than the steering rod 22H (see, for example, Fig. 1) be installed if required or desired. The ST3 electrical device can also be referred to as an ST3 actuating device.

[0100] The electrical device ST3 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes a user interface ST31. The user interface ST31 is configured to receive a user input U31. The user input U31 includes at least one of the user inputs U31A and U31B. For example, the user interface ST31 includes an electrical switch SW31A, which is configured to be activated by the user input U31A. The user interface ST31 includes an electrical switch SW31B, which is configured to be activated by the user input U31B. The user input U31A involves pressing the electrical switch SW31A. The user input U31B involves pressing the electrical switch SW31B. The user interface ST31 can include structures other than the electrical switch SW31A or SW31B, if required or desired. One of the electrical switches SW31A and SW31B can be omitted from the user interface ST31, if required or desired.

[0101] User input U31 involves simultaneously receiving user inputs U31A and U31B. User input U31 involves simultaneously pressing electrical switches SW31A and SW31B. User input U31 involves a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW31A. User input U31 involves a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW31B.

[0102] Electrical device ST3 is configured to actuate electrical device RD in response to user input U31. Electrical device ST3 is configured to generate a control signal CS31 in response to user input U31. Electrical device ST3 is configured to generate a control signal CS31A in response to user input U31A. Electrical device ST3 is configured to generate a control signal CS31B in response to user input U31B.

[0103] The electrical device RD is configured to change the gear ratio in response to the control signal CS31. The electrical device RD is also configured to change the gear ratio in response to either the control signal CS31A or CS31B. For example, control signal CS31A indicates one instance of the electrical device RD shifting up and down. Control signal CS31B indicates the other instance of the electrical device RD shifting up and down.

[0104] The electrical device ST3 comprises an electrical power source ST35 and a power source holder ST36. The power source holder ST36 is configured to hold the electrical power source ST35 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source ST35 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder ST36. Examples of the electrical power source ST35 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.

[0105] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 2, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device ST4. The electrical device ST4 is configured to connect to the vehicle body 22 (see, for example, Figure 2). Fig. 1) of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device ST4 is designed to operate the electrical device FS. The electrical device ST4 can be mounted on parts other than the steering rod 22H (see, for example, Fig. 1) be installed if required or desired. The ST4 electrical device can also be referred to as an ST4 actuating device.

[0106] The electrical device ST4 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes a user interface ST41. The user interface ST41 is configured to receive a user input U41. The user input U41 includes at least one of the user inputs U41A and U41B. For example, the user interface ST41 includes an electrical switch SW41A, which is configured to be activated by the user input U41A. The user interface ST41 includes an electrical switch SW41B, which is configured to be activated by the user input U41B. The user input U41A involves pressing the electrical switch SW41A. The user input U41B involves pressing the electrical switch SW41B. The user interface ST41 can include structures other than the electrical switch SW41A or SW41B, if required or desired. One of the electrical switches SW41A and SW41B can be omitted from the user interface ST41, if required or desired.

[0107] User input U41 involves simultaneously receiving user inputs U41A and U41B. User input U41 involves simultaneously pressing electrical switches SW41A and SW41B. User input U41 involves a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW41A. User input U41 involves a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW41B.

[0108] Electrical device ST4 is configured to actuate electrical device DU in response to user input U41. Electrical device ST4 is configured to generate a control signal CS41 in response to user input U41. Electrical device ST4 is configured to generate a control signal CS41A in response to user input U41A. Electrical device ST4 is configured to generate a control signal CS41B in response to user input U41B. Electrical device DU is configured to change the assist ratio, which is the ratio of the assist drive force to the muscle force exerted on the muscle-powered vehicle 10, in response to control signal CS41.The electrical device DU is configured to change the assist ratio, which is the ratio of the assist drive force to the muscle force exerted on the muscle-powered vehicle 10, in response to the control signal CS41A or CS41B. The electrical device DU includes at least two assist ratios. The electrical device DU is configured to change the assist ratio between the at least two assist ratios in response to the control signal CS41. The electrical device DU is configured to change the assist ratio between the at least two assist ratios in response to the control signal CS41A or CS41B.

[0109] The electrical device ST4 comprises an electrical power source ST45 and a power source holder ST46. The power source holder ST46 is configured to hold the electrical power source ST45 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source ST45 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder ST46. Examples of the electrical power source ST45 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.

[0110] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 4, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device ST5. The electrical device ST5 is configured to connect to the vehicle body 22 (see, for example, Figure 4). Fig. 1) of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device ST5 is designed to operate the electrical device FS. The electrical device ST5 can be mounted on parts other than the steering rod 22H (see, for example, Fig. 1) be installed if required or desired. The ST5 electrical device can also be referred to as an ST5 actuating device.

[0111] The electrical device ST5 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes a user interface ST51. The user interface ST51 is configured to receive a user input U51. The user input U51 includes at least one of the user inputs U51A and U51B. For example, the user interface ST51 includes an electrical switch SW51A, which is configured to be activated by the user input U51A. The user interface ST51 includes an electrical switch SW51B, which is configured to be activated by the user input U51B. The user input U51A involves pressing the electrical switch SW51A. The user input U51B involves pressing the electrical switch SW51B. The user interface ST51 can include structures other than the electrical switch SW51A or SW51B, if required or desired. One of the electrical switches SW51A and SW51B can be omitted from the user interface ST51, if required or desired.

[0112] User input U51 involves simultaneously receiving user inputs U51A and U51B. User input U51 involves simultaneously pressing electrical switches SW51A and SW51B. User input U51 involves a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW51A. User input U51 involves a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW51B.

[0113] Electrical device ST5 is configured to actuate electrical device FB in response to user input U51. Electrical device ST5 is configured to generate a control signal CS51 in response to user input U51. Electrical device ST5 is configured to generate a control signal CS51A in response to user input U51A. Electrical device ST5 is configured to generate a control signal CS51B in response to user input U51B. Electrical device FB is configured to apply braking force to the human-powered vehicle 10 in response to control signal CS51. Electrical device FB is configured to apply braking force to the human-powered vehicle 10 in response to control signal CS51A or CS51B.

[0114] The electrical device ST5 comprises an electrical power source ST55 and a power source holder ST56. The power source holder ST56 is configured to hold the electrical power source ST55 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source ST55 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder ST56. Examples of the electrical power source ST55 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.

[0115] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 4, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device ST6. The electrical device ST6 is configured to connect to the vehicle body 22 (see, for example, Figure 4). Fig. 1) of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device ST6 is designed to operate the electrical device RB. The electrical device ST6 can be mounted on parts other than the steering rod 22H (see, for example, Fig. 1) be installed if required or desired. The ST6 electrical device can also be referred to as an ST6 actuating device.

[0116] The electrical device ST6 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes a user interface ST61. The user interface ST61 is configured to receive a user input U61. The user input U61 includes at least one of the user inputs U61A and U61B. For example, the user interface ST61 includes an electrical switch SW61A, which is configured to be activated by the user input U61A. The user interface ST61 includes an electrical switch SW61B, which is configured to be activated by the user input U61B. The user input U61A involves pressing the electrical switch SW61A. The user input U61B involves pressing the electrical switch SW61B. The user interface ST61 can include structures other than the electrical switch SW61A or SW61B, if required or desired. One of the electrical switches SW61A and SW61B can be omitted from the user interface ST61, if required or desired.

[0117] User input U61 involves simultaneously receiving user inputs U61A and U61B. User input U61 involves simultaneously pressing electrical switches SW61A and SW61B. User input U61 involves a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW61A. User input U61 involves a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW61B.

[0118] Electrical device ST6 is configured to actuate electrical device RB in response to user input U61. Electrical device ST6 is configured to generate a control signal CS61 in response to user input U61. Electrical device ST6 is configured to generate a control signal CS61A in response to user input U61A. Electrical device ST6 is configured to generate a control signal CS61B in response to user input U61B. Electrical device RB is configured to apply braking force to the human-powered vehicle 10 in response to control signal CS61. Electrical device RB is configured to apply braking force to the human-powered vehicle 10 in response to control signal CS61A or CS61B.

[0119] The electrical device ST6 comprises an electrical power source ST65 and a power source holder ST66. The power source holder ST66 is configured to hold the electrical power source ST65 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source ST65 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder ST66. Examples of the electrical power source ST65 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.

[0120] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 4, the electrical system 24 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an electrical device ST7. The electrical device ST7 is configured to connect to the vehicle body 22 (see, for example, Figure 4). Fig. 1) of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The electrical device ST7 is designed to operate the electrical device AS. The electrical device ST7 can be mounted on parts other than the steering rod 22H (see, for example, Fig. 1) be installed if required or desired. The ST7 electrical device can also be referred to as an ST7 actuating device.

[0121] The electrical device ST7 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes a user interface ST71. The user interface ST71 is configured to receive a user input U71. The user input U71 includes at least one of the user inputs U71A and U71B. For example, the user interface ST71 includes an electrical switch SW71A, which is configured to be activated by the user input U71A. The user interface ST71 includes an electrical switch SW71B, which is configured to be activated by the user input U71B. The user input U71A involves pressing the electrical switch SW71A. The user input U71B involves pressing the electrical switch SW71B. The user interface ST71 may include structures other than the electrical switch SW71A or SW71B, if required or desired. One of the electrical switches SW71A and SW71B may be omitted from the user interface ST71, if required or desired.

[0122] User input U71 involves simultaneously receiving user inputs U71A and U71B. User input U71 involves simultaneously pressing electrical switches SW71A and SW71B. User input U71 involves a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW71A. User input U71 involves a normal press, a long press, or multiple presses of electrical switch SW71B.

[0123] Electrical device ST7 is configured to actuate electrical device AS in response to user input U71. Electrical device ST7 is configured to generate a control signal CS7 in response to user input U71. Electrical device ST7 is configured to generate a control signal CS7A in response to user input U71A. Electrical device ST7 is configured to generate a control signal CS7B in response to user input U71B. Electrical device AS is configured to change its state between the adjustable state and the locked state in response to control signal CS7. Electrical device AS is configured to change its state between the adjustable state and the locked state in response to control signal CS7A.The electrical device AS is set up to change the state of the electrical device AS between the adjustable state and the locked state in response to the control signal CS7B.

[0124] The electrical device ST7 comprises an electrical power source ST75 and a power source holder ST76. The power source holder ST76 is configured to hold the electrical power source ST75 in a removable and reattachable manner. The electrical power source ST75 is configured to be removable and reattachable to the power source holder ST76. Examples of the electrical power source ST75 include a primary battery and a secondary battery.

[0125] In this application, the term "muscle-powered vehicle" includes a vehicle designed to travel using a propulsion force that includes at least the muscle power of a user operating the vehicle. The muscle-powered vehicle includes various types of bicycles, such as mountain bikes, racing bikes, city bikes, cargo bikes, handcycles, and recumbent bikes. The muscle-powered vehicle also includes electric bicycles, referred to as e-bikes. An e-bike is an electrically assisted bicycle equipped to provide support for the propulsion of a vehicle with an electric motor. However, the total number of wheels on a muscle-powered vehicle is not limited to two. For example, the muscle-powered vehicle includes a vehicle with one wheel or three or more wheels.Specifically, a muscle-powered vehicle does not include a vehicle that uses only one power source. Examples of power sources include an internal combustion engine and an electric motor. Generally, a light road vehicle, including any vehicle that does not require a driver's license to operate on a public road, is considered a muscle-powered vehicle.

[0126] 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 terms, refer to those directions which are determined based on the user being in the user’s standard position in the muscle-powered vehicle 10 when facing a handlebar or steering mechanism. Examples of the user’s standard position include a saddle and a seat.Accordingly, these terms, as used to describe the electrical devices FS, RS, RD, DU, FB, RB, AS, HA and SP, the electrical devices ST1, ST2, ST3, ST4, ST5, ST6 and ST7 or other devices, should be interpreted relative to the muscle-powered vehicle 10 equipped with the electrical devices FS, RS, RD, DU, FB, RB, AS, HA and SP, the electrical devices ST1, ST2, ST3, ST4, ST5, ST6 and ST7 or other devices, as used in an upright driving position on a horizontal surface.

[0127] One of the electrical devices FS, RS, RD, DU, FB, RB, AS, HA, and SP can also be referred to as an electrical device ED1 or a first electrical device ED1. One of the electrical devices ST1, ST2, ST3, ST4, ST5, ST6, and ST7 can also be referred to as a second electrical device ED2. That is, the electrical system 24 of the human-powered vehicle 10 comprises electrical device ED1 and the second electrical device ED2. Another of the electrical devices FS, RS, RD, DU, FB, RB, AS, HA, and SP can also be referred to as an auxiliary electrical device ED3. That is, the electrical system 24 of the human-powered vehicle 10 comprises electrical device ED1 and auxiliary electrical device ED3. One of the electrical actuators FS3, RS3, RD3, DU3, FB3, RB3 and AS3 can also be referred to as an electrical actuator ED13.That is to say, the electrical device ED1 further includes the electric actuator ED13, which is set up to generate the actuating force.

[0128] One of the electrical actuators FS3, RS3, RD3, DU3, FB3, RB3, and AS3 can also be referred to as an electrical actuator ED13 of the first electrical device ED1. One of the energy sources FS5, RS5, RD5, DU5, FB5, RB5, AS5, and SP5 can also be referred to as an energy source ED15 of the first electrical device ED1. One of the energy source holders FS6, RS6, RD6, DU6, FB6, RB6, AS6, and SP6 can also be referred to as an energy source holder ED16 of the first electrical device ED1.

[0129] One of the user interfaces ST11, ST21, ST31, ST41, ST51, ST61, and ST71 can also be designated as an additional user interface ED28 of the second electrical device ED2. One of the user inputs U11, U21, U31, U41, U51, U61, and U71 can also be designated as an additional user input U2. One of the power sources ST15, ST25, ST35, ST45, ST55, ST65, and ST75 can also be designated as a power source ED25 of the second electrical device ED2. One of the power source holders ST25, ST25, ST35, ST45, ST55, ST65, and ST75 can also be designated as a power source holder ED26 of the second electrical device ED2.

[0130] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 6, the electrical device ED1 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 comprises a first communicator circuit WC1. The second electrical device ED2 includes a second communicator circuit WC2. The first communicator circuit WC1 is configured to communicate with another communicator circuit, such as the second communicator circuit WC2. The second communicator circuit WC2 is configured to communicate with another communicator circuit, such as the first communicator circuit WC1. For example, the second communicator circuit WC2 is configured to transmit a signal. The first communicator circuit WC1 is configured to receive a signal SG from the second communicator circuit WC2 of the second electrical device ED2.

[0131] In the present embodiment, the first communicator circuit WC1 includes a first radio communicator circuit WC11. The second communicator circuit WC2 includes a second radio communicator circuit WC21. The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to communicate wirelessly with another radio communicator circuit, such as the second radio communicator circuit WC21. The second radio communicator circuit WC21 is configured to communicate wirelessly with another radio communicator circuit, such as the first radio communicator circuit WC11.

[0132] The term "radio communicator" or "radio communicator circuit," as used herein, includes a receiver, a transmitter, a transceiver, a transmitter-receiver, and considers any device or devices, separately or combined, capable of transmitting and / or receiving radio communication signals, including switching signals or control, command, or other signals relating to a function of the component to be controlled. Herein, each of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 and the second radio communicator circuit WC21 is configured to receive at least one radio signal.For example, each of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 and the second radio communicator circuit WC21 includes a bidirectional radio transceiver or wireless transceiver, which performs bidirectional radio communications using the radio receiver to receive signals via radio and a radio transmitter to transmit signals via radio.

[0133] In the present embodiment, the first radio communicator circuit WC11 and the second radio communicator circuit WC21 can use radio frequency signals (RF signals), ultra-wideband communication signals, radio frequency identification (RFID), Wi-Fi (registered trademark), Zigbee (registered trademark), ANT+ (registered trademark) or Bluetooth (registered trademark) or any other type of communication protocol suitable for short-range radio communications as understood in the field of human-powered vehicles.

[0134] It should also be understood that each of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 and the second radio communicator circuit WC21 can transmit signals at a specific or randomly selected frequency and / or with an identifier, such as a specific code, to distinguish the radio control signal from other radio control signals. In this way, each of the electrical device ED1 and the second electrical device ED2 can recognize which control signals to respond to and which to ignore. Thus, each of the electrical device ED1 and the second electrical device ED2 can ignore the control signals from other radio communicators of other electrical devices.

[0135] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the first radio communicator circuit WC11 comprises a signal transmission circuit, a signal reception circuit, and an antenna. The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to superimpose digital signals onto a carrier wave using the first communication protocol to transmit signals wirelessly. In the present embodiment, the first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to encrypt signals using a cryptographic key to generate encrypted radio signals. The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to transmit radio signals via the antenna.

[0136] The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to receive radio signals via its antenna. In the present embodiment, the first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to decode the radio signals in order to detect signals transmitted by other radio communicators. The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to decrypt the radio signals using the cryptographic key.

[0137] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the second radio communicator circuit WC21 includes a signal transmission circuit, a signal reception circuit, and an antenna. The second radio communicator circuit WC21 is configured to superimpose digital signals onto a carrier wave using the second communication protocol to transmit signals wirelessly. In the present embodiment, the second radio communicator circuit WC21 is configured to encrypt signals using a cryptographic key to generate encrypted radio signals. The second radio communicator circuit WC21 is configured to transmit radio signals via the antenna.

[0138] The second radio communicator circuit WC21 is configured to receive radio signals via the antenna. In the present embodiment, the second radio communicator circuit WC21 is configured to decode the radio signals in order to detect signals transmitted by other radio communicators. The second radio communicator circuit WC21 is configured to decrypt the radio signals using the cryptographic key.

[0139] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the electrical device ED1 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 comprises a first electronic controller circuit EC1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to control the first communicator circuit WC1 to communicate with another communicator circuit, such as the second communicator circuit WC2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to control the first radio communicator circuit WC11 to communicate wirelessly with another radio communicator circuit, such as the second radio communicator circuit WC21. The first communicator circuit WC1 is configured to be paired or coupled with another communicator, such as the second communicator circuit WC2, through a pairing or coupling process.The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is set up to be paired or coupled with another radio communicator, such as the second radio communicator circuit WC21, through a pairing or coupling process.

[0140] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 includes a processor EC11. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 includes a memory EC12. The processor EC11 is coupled to the memory EC12. The memory EC12 is coupled to the processor EC11. The electrical device ED1 includes a printed circuit board EC13 and a system bus EC14. The processor EC11 and the memory EC12 are electrically mounted on the printed circuit board EC13. The processor EC11 is electrically connected to the memory EC12 via the printed circuit board EC13 and the system bus EC14. The memory EC12 is electrically connected to the processor EC11 via the printed circuit board EC13 and the system bus EC14. For example, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 includes a semiconductor. The processor EC11 includes a semiconductor. The memory EC12 includes a semiconductor. However, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be semiconductor-free if required or desired.The EC11 processor can be semiconductor-free if required or desired. The EC12 memory can also be semiconductor-free if required or desired.

[0141] For example, the EC11 processor includes at least one central processing unit (CPU), one microprocessing unit (MPU), and one memory controller. The EC12 memory is electrically connected to the EC11 processor. For example, the EC12 memory includes at least one volatile memory and one non-volatile memory. Examples of volatile memory include random access memory (RAM) and dynamic random access memory (DRAM). Examples of non-volatile memory include read-only memory (ROM), electrically erasable programmable ROM (EEPROM), and a magnetic disk. The EC12 memory includes memory areas, each with an address. The EC11 processor is configured to control the EC12 memory, to write data to the memory areas of the EC12 memory, and to read data from the memory areas of the EC12 memory.The EC11 processor can also be referred to as a hardware processor EC11 or a processor circuit or circuit EC11. The EC12 memory can also be referred to as hardware memory EC12 or a memory circuit or circuit EC12. The EC12 memory can also be referred to as a computer-readable storage medium EC12.

[0142] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to execute at least one control algorithm of the electrical device ED1. For example, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is programmed to execute at least one control algorithm of the electrical device ED1. The memory EC12 stores at least one program containing at least one program instruction. This at least one program is read into the processor EC11, and the at least one control algorithm of the electrical device ED1 is executed based on this at least one program.

[0143] The structure of the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is not limited to the structure described above. The structure of the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is not limited to the structure described above. The structure of the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is not limited to the processor EC11 and the memory EC12. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be implemented by hardware alone or by a combination of hardware and software. In the present embodiment, the processor EC11 and the memory EC12 are integrated as a single chip, such as an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) or a field-programmable gate array (FPGA). However, the processor EC11 and the memory EC12 can be separate chips if required or desired. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can include the processor EC11, the memory EC12, the printed circuit board EC13, and the system bus EC14, if required or desired.The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can consist of at least two electronic controllers that are provided separately.

[0144] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can include at least two electronic controllers, which are provided separately. The at least one control algorithm of the electrical device ED1 can be executed by the at least two electronic controllers, if required or desired. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can include at least two hardware processors, which are provided separately. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can include at least two hardware memories, which are provided separately. The at least one control algorithm of the electrical device ED1 can be executed by the at least two hardware processors, if required or desired. The at least one control algorithm of the electrical device ED1 can be stored in the at least two hardware memories, if required or desired.The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can include at least two printed circuit boards, which are provided separately if required or desired. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can also include at least two system buses, which are provided separately if required or desired.

[0145] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the first communicator circuit WC1 is electrically mounted on the EC13 circuit board. The first communicator circuit WC1 is electrically connected to the EC13 circuit board and the EC14 system bus, which in turn connects to the EC11 processor and the EC12 memory. However, if the first electronic controller circuit EC1 comprises at least two circuit boards, the first communicator circuit WC1 can be electrically mounted on a different circuit board. The first communicator circuit WC1 can also be electrically mounted on an electrical component other than a circuit board.

[0146] At least one of the processor EC11, memory EC12, and first communicator circuit WC1 can, if required or desired, be integrally integrated with another of the processor EC11, memory EC12, and first communicator circuit WC1 as a single chip. At least one of the processor EC11, memory EC12, and first communicator circuit WC1 can, if required or desired, be a separate chip from another of the processor EC11, memory EC12, and first communicator circuit WC1.

[0147] The electrical device ED1 includes a user interface ED18. The user interface ED18 is configured to receive user input U1. The user interface ED18 is electrically connected to the first electronic controller circuit EC1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to recognize the user input U1 received by the user interface ED18. For example, the user interface ED18 includes an electrical switch configured to be activated in response to the user input U1. The user interface ED18 can be omitted from the electrical device ED1 if required or desired.

[0148] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the second electrical device ED2 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes a second electronic controller circuit EC2. The second electronic controller circuit EC2 is configured to control the second communicator circuit WC2 to communicate with another communicator circuit, such as the first communicator circuit WC1. The second electronic controller circuit EC2 is configured to control the second radio communicator circuit WC21 to communicate wirelessly with another radio communicator circuit, such as the first radio communicator circuit WC11. The second communicator circuit WC2 is configured to pair with another communicator, such as the first communicator circuit WC1, through a pairing process.The second radio communicator circuit WC21 is set up to be paired with another radio communicator, such as the first radio communicator circuit WC11, through a pairing process.

[0149] The second electronic controller circuit EC2 includes a processor EC21. The second electronic controller circuit EC2 includes a memory EC22. The processor EC21 is coupled to the memory EC22. The memory EC22 is coupled to the processor EC21. The second electronic device ED2 includes a printed circuit board EC23 and a system bus EC24. The processor EC21 and the memory EC22 are electrically mounted on the printed circuit board EC23. The processor EC21 is electrically connected to the memory EC22 via the printed circuit board EC23 and the system bus EC24. The memory EC22 is electrically connected to the processor EC21 via the printed circuit board EC23 and the system bus EC24. For example, the second electronic controller circuit EC2 includes a semiconductor. The processor EC21 includes a semiconductor. The memory EC22 includes a semiconductor. However, the second electronic controller circuit EC2 can be omitted from the semiconductor if required or desired.The EC21 processor can be semiconductor-free if required or desired. The EC22 memory can also be semiconductor-free if required or desired.

[0150] For example, the EC21 processor includes at least one central processing unit (CPU), one microprocessing unit (MPU), and one memory controller. The EC22 memory is electrically connected to the EC21 processor. For example, the EC22 memory includes at least one volatile memory and one non-volatile memory. Examples of volatile memory include random access memory (RAM) and dynamic random access memory (DRAM). Examples of non-volatile memory include read-only memory (ROM), electrically erasable programmable ROM (EEPROM), and a magnetic disk. The EC22 memory contains memory areas, each with an address. The EC21 processor is configured to control the EC22 memory, to store data in the EC22 memory areas, and to read data from the EC22 memory areas.The EC21 processor can also be referred to as a hardware processor EC21 or a processor circuit or circuit EC21. The EC22 memory can also be referred to as hardware memory EC22 or a memory circuit or circuit EC22. The EC22 memory can also be referred to as a computer-readable storage medium EC22.

[0151] The second electronic controller circuit EC2 is configured to execute at least one control algorithm of the second electrical device ED2. For example, the second electronic controller circuit EC2 is programmed to execute at least one control algorithm of the second electrical device ED2. The memory EC22 stores at least one program containing at least one program instruction. This at least one program is read into the processor EC21, and the at least one control algorithm of the second electrical device ED2 is executed based on this at least one program.

[0152] The structure of the second electronic controller circuit EC2 is not limited to the structure described above. The structure of the second electronic controller circuit EC2 is not limited to the structure described above. The structure of the second electronic controller circuit EC2 is not limited to the processor EC21 and the memory EC22. The second electronic controller circuit EC2 can be implemented by hardware alone or by a combination of hardware and software. In the present embodiment, the processor EC21 and the memory EC22 are integrated as a single chip, such as an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) or a field-programmable gate array (FPGA). However, the processor EC21 and the memory EC22 can be separate chips if required or desired. The second electronic controller circuit EC2 can include the processor EC21, the memory EC22, the printed circuit board EC23, and the system bus EC24, if required or desired.The second electronic controller circuit EC2 can consist of at least two electronic controllers that are provided separately.

[0153] The second electronic controller circuit EC2 can include at least two electronic controllers, which are provided separately. The at least one control algorithm of the second electronic device ED2 can be executed by the at least two electronic controllers, if required or desired. The second electronic controller circuit EC2 can include at least two hardware processors, which are provided separately. The second electronic controller circuit EC2 can include at least two hardware memories, which are provided separately. The at least one control algorithm of the second electronic device ED2 can be executed by the at least two hardware processors, if required or desired. The at least one control algorithm of the second electronic device ED2 can be stored in the at least two hardware memories, if required or desired.The second electronic controller circuit EC2 can include at least two printed circuit boards, which are provided separately if required or desired. The second electronic controller circuit EC2 can also include at least two system buses, which are provided separately if required or desired.

[0154] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the second communicator circuit WC2 is electrically mounted on the EC23 circuit board. The second communicator circuit WC2 is electrically connected to the EC23 circuit board and the EC24 system bus, which in turn connects to the EC21 processor and the EC22 memory. However, if the second electronic controller circuit EC2 comprises at least two circuit boards, the second communicator circuit WC2 can be electrically mounted on a different circuit board. The second communicator circuit WC2 can also be electrically mounted on an electrical component other than a circuit board.

[0155] At least one of the processor EC21, the memory EC22, and the second communicator circuit WC2 can, if required or desired, be integrally integrated with another of the processor EC21, the memory EC22, and the second communicator circuit WC2 as a single chip. At least one of the processor EC21, the memory EC22, and the second communicator circuit WC2 can, if required or desired, be a separate chip from another of the processor EC21, the memory EC22, and the second communicator circuit WC2.

[0156] The second electrical device ED2 includes the electrical power source ED25 and the power source holder ED26. The electrical power source ED25 is electrically connected to the second electronic controller circuit EC2 and the second communicator circuit WC2 in order to supply electricity to the second electronic controller circuit EC2 and the second communicator circuit WC2.

[0157] The second electrical device ED2 includes the additional user interface ED28. The additional user interface ED28 is configured to receive the additional user input U2. The additional user interface ED28 is electrically connected to the second electronic controller circuit EC2. The second electronic controller circuit EC2 is configured to recognize the additional user input U2 received by the additional user interface ED28. For example, the additional user interface ED28 includes an electrical switch configured to be activated in response to the additional user input U2.

[0158] The second electronic controller circuit EC2 is configured to control the second communicator circuit WC2 to transmit the signal SG in response to the additional user input U2, which is received by the additional user interface ED28. The second electronic controller circuit EC2 is also configured to control the second radio communicator circuit WC21 to transmit the signal SG wirelessly in response to the additional user input U2, which is received by the additional user interface ED28.

[0159] The electrical device ED1 includes an actuator driver ED17. The actuator driver ED17 is electrically connected to the electric actuator ED13 and the first electronic controller circuit EC1. The actuator driver ED17 is configured to control the electric actuator ED13 based on a command generated by the first electronic controller circuit EC1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to generate the command based on the signal SG in the second state S12. The electric actuator ED13 is configured to generate the actuation force in response to the command generated by the actuator driver ED17.

[0160] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the auxiliary electrical device ED3 includes an auxiliary communicator circuit WC3. The first communicator circuit WC1 is configured to communicate with another communicator circuit, such as the auxiliary communicator circuit WC3. The auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 is configured to communicate with another communicator circuit, such as the first communicator circuit WC1.

[0161] In the present embodiment, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to be electrically connected to the auxiliary electrical device ED3 via an electrical cable CB1. The first communicator circuit WC1 includes a wired communicator circuit WC12. The auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 includes an additional wired communicator circuit WC32. The wired communicator circuit WC12 is configured to communicate with another wired communicator circuit, such as the additional wired communicator circuit WC32, via the electrical cable CB1. The additional wired communicator circuit WC32 is configured to communicate with another wired communicator circuit, such as the wired communicator circuit WC12, via the electrical cable CB1.

[0162] Electrical device ED1 includes a connector ED19, to which electrical connection is made for either the power cable CB1 or the auxiliary power cable CB2. Connector ED19 is designed to be detachable and reattachable to either the power cable CB1 or the auxiliary power cable CB2. The wired communicator circuit WC12 is electrically connected to connector ED19. Auxiliary power cable CB2 is electrically connected to the power source holder ED16. Power is supplied from auxiliary electrical device ED3 via power cable CB1 when power cable CB1 is electrically connected to connector ED19. Power is supplied from electrical power source ED15 via power source holder ED16 and auxiliary power cable CB2 when auxiliary power cable CB2 is electrically connected to connector ED19.In a case where the auxiliary electrical cable CB2 is disconnected from the connector ED19, for example the electrical power source ED15 may be disconnected from the power source holder ED16 and a dummy battery may be attached to the power source holder ED16.

[0163] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 7, connector ED19 is provided on the base element RD1. However, connector ED19 can be provided on a different part than the base element RD1 if required or desired.

[0164] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the auxiliary electrical device ED3 includes an auxiliary connector ED39, to which the electrical cable CB1 is to be electrically connected. The auxiliary connector ED39 is designed to be detachable and reattachable to the electrical cable CB1. The auxiliary wired communicator circuit WC32 is electrically connected to the auxiliary connector ED39. However, the electrical cable CB1 can be connected directly to the auxiliary wired communicator circuit WC32 without the auxiliary connector ED39, if required or desired.

[0165] In the present embodiment, the additional electrical device ED3 is provided separately from the electrical device ED1. However, if necessary or desired, the additional electrical device ED3 can be provided at least partially integrally with the electrical device ED1 as a single device.

[0166] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the auxiliary electrical device ED3 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes an auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3. The auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3 is configured to control the auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 to communicate with another communicator circuit, such as the first communicator circuit WC1. The auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3 is also configured to control the auxiliary wired communicator circuit WC32 to communicate with another wired communicator circuit, such as the wired communicator circuit WC12, via the electrical cable CB1.

[0167] In the present embodiment, the auxiliary electrical device ED3 includes the auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3. However, the electrical components of the auxiliary electrical device ED3 can, if necessary or desired, be included in the electrical device ED1. For example, the electrical device ED1 can, if necessary or desired, include the auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3. In such modifications, the auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3 can be provided as a single unit, at least partially integrated with the first electronic controller circuit EC1.

[0168] The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 includes a processor EC31. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 includes a memory EC32. The processor EC31 is coupled to the memory EC32. The memory EC32 is coupled to the processor EC31. The additional electronic device ED3 includes a circuit board EC33 and a system bus EC34. The processor EC31 and the memory EC32 are electrically mounted on the circuit board EC33. The processor EC31 is electrically connected to the memory EC32 via the circuit board EC33 and the system bus EC34. The memory EC32 is electrically connected to the processor EC31 via the circuit board EC33 and the system bus EC34. For example, the additional electronics controller circuit EC3 includes a semiconductor. The processor EC31 includes a semiconductor. The memory EC32 includes a semiconductor. However, the additional electronics controller circuit EC3 can be semiconductor-free if required or desired.The EC31 processor can be semiconductor-free if required or desired. The EC32 memory can also be semiconductor-free if required or desired.

[0169] For example, the EC31 processor includes at least one central processing unit (CPU), one microprocessing unit (MPU), and one memory controller. The EC32 memory is electrically connected to the EC31 processor. For example, the EC32 memory includes at least one volatile memory and one non-volatile memory. Examples of volatile memory include random-access memory (RAM) and dynamic random-access memory (DRAM). Examples of non-volatile memory include read-only memory (ROM), electrically erasable programmable ROM (EEPROM), and a magnetic disk. The EC32 memory includes memory areas, each with an address. The EC31 processor is configured to control the EC32 memory, to store data in the memory areas of the EC32 memory, and to read data from the memory areas of the EC32 memory.The EC31 processor can also be referred to as a hardware processor EC31 or a processor circuit or circuit EC31. The EC32 memory can also be referred to as hardware memory EC32 or a memory circuit or circuit EC32. The EC32 memory can also be referred to as a computer-readable storage medium EC32.

[0170] The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to execute at least one control algorithm of the auxiliary electrical device ED3. For example, the auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is programmed to execute at least one control algorithm of the auxiliary electrical device ED3. The memory EC32 stores at least one program containing at least one program instruction. This at least one program is read into the processor EC31, and the at least one control algorithm of the auxiliary electrical device ED3 is executed based on this at least one program.

[0171] The structure of the additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is not limited to the structure described above. The structure of the additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is not limited to the structure described above. The structure of the additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is not limited to the processor EC31 and the memory EC32. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 can be implemented by hardware alone or by a combination of hardware and software. In the present embodiment, the processor EC31 and the memory EC32 are integrated as a single chip, such as an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) or a field-programmable gate array (FPGA). However, the processor EC31 and the memory EC32 can be separate chips if required or desired. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 can include the processor EC31, the memory EC32, the printed circuit board EC33, and the system bus EC34, if required or desired.The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 can consist of at least two electronic controllers that are provided separately.

[0172] The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 can include at least two electronics controllers, which are provided separately. The at least one control algorithm of the additional electronic device ED3 can be executed by the at least two electronics controllers, if required or desired. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 can include at least two hardware processors, which are provided separately. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 can include at least two hardware memories, which are provided separately. The at least one control algorithm of the additional electronic device ED3 can be executed by the at least two hardware processors, if required or desired. The at least one control algorithm of the additional electronic device ED3 can be stored in the at least two hardware memories, if required or desired.The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 can include at least two printed circuit boards, which are provided separately if required or desired. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 can also include at least two system buses, which are provided separately if required or desired.

[0173] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 is electrically mounted on the EC33 circuit board. The auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 is electrically mounted on the EC33 circuit board. The auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 is electrically connected to the EC33 circuit board and the EC34 system bus, which in turn connects to the EC31 processor and the EC32 memory. However, in cases where the auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 comprises at least two circuit boards, the auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 can be electrically mounted on a different circuit board. The auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 can also be electrically mounted on an electrical component other than a circuit board.

[0174] At least one of the processor EC31, memory EC32, and auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 can, if required or desired, be integrally integrated with another of the processor EC31, memory EC32, and auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 as a single chip. At least one of the processor EC31, memory EC32, and auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 can, if required or desired, be a separate chip from another of the processor EC31, memory EC32, and auxiliary communicator circuit WC3.

[0175] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the wired communicator circuit WC12 is configured to communicate with another wired communicator circuit, such as the additional wired communicator circuit WC32, via electrical cable CB1 using power line communication technology. Power line communication (PLC) transmits data over a conductor that is also used to transmit or distribute electrical power to devices, such as electrical device ED1 and additional electrical device ED3.

[0176] For example, electrical cable CB1 includes a ground wire and a power wire, which are detachably connected to a serial bus formed by communication interfaces. In the present embodiment, the wired communicator circuit WC12 is configured to communicate with another wired communicator circuit, such as the additional wired communicator circuit WC32, via the power wire using PLC technology. The wired communicator circuit WC12 is configured to superimpose signals onto a power source voltage applied to electrical cable CB1 by the additional electrical device ED3. The wired communicator circuit WC12 is configured to receive a signal from the first electronic controller circuit EC1 and is configured to superimpose the signal onto the power source voltage.The wired communicator circuit WC12 is configured to isolate signals superimposed on the power source voltage of the electrical cable CB1 from the power source voltage. The wired communicator circuit WC12 is configured to transmit signals isolated from the power source voltage to the first electronic controller circuit EC1. The wired communicator circuit WC12 can be omitted from the electrical device ED1 if the electrical device ED1 includes an electrical power source.

[0177] In the present embodiment, the additional wired communicator circuit WC32 is configured to communicate with another wired communicator circuit, such as the wired communicator circuit WC12, via the power line using PLC technology. The additional wired communicator circuit WC32 is configured to superimpose signals onto the power source voltage applied by the auxiliary electrical device ED3 to the electrical cable CB1. The additional wired communicator circuit WC32 is configured to receive a signal from the auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3 and to superimpose this signal onto the power source voltage. The additional wired communicator circuit WC32 is configured to disconnect signals superimposed onto the power source voltage of the electrical cable CB1 from the power source voltage.The additional wired communicator circuit WC32 is configured to transmit signals, independent of the power source voltage, to the additional electronics controller circuit EC3. The additional wired communicator circuit WC32 and the additional connector ED39 can be omitted from the additional electrical device ED3 if the electrical device ED1 includes an electrical power source and the additional electrical device ED3 does not supply power to any other electrical device, such as the electrical device ED1.

[0178] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 8, the auxiliary electrical device ED3 includes a power generator ED31. The power generator ED31 is designed to generate electricity in response to a relative rotation between the hub shell HA2 and the hub axle HA1. The power generator ED31 comprises a winding or coil, a bracket or yoke, and a magnet. The winding is wound around the bracket. The winding and the bracket are provided at one end by the hub axle HA1 and the hub shell HA2. The magnet is provided at the other end by the hub axle HA1 and the hub shell HA2.

[0179] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the auxiliary electrical device ED3 includes an energy storage device ED32. The energy storage device ED32 is electrically connected to the power generator ED31 to store electricity generated by the power generator ED31. The energy storage device ED32 is electrically connected to the electrical cable CB1. The energy storage device ED32 is configured to supply electricity to another electrical device, such as the electrical device ED1, via the electrical cable CB1. For example, the electrical device ED1 is powered by the energy storage device ED32.

[0180] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 9, the ED32 energy storage system comprises a first energy storage device ED32A and a second energy storage device ED32B. Examples of the ED32 energy storage system include at least one capacitor and one battery. Examples of the first energy storage device ED32A include at least one capacitor and one battery. Examples of the second energy storage device ED32B include at least one capacitor and one battery. However, the ED32 energy storage system can include a different energy storage device if needed or desired. One of the first energy storage devices ED32A and one of the second energy storage devices ED32B can be omitted from the ED32 energy storage system if needed or desired.

[0181] A display device, such as the electrical device SP, can be configured to show the remaining level of the energy storage unit ED32. The display device, such as the electrical device SP, can also be configured to display a message indicating that the energy storage unit ED32 requires more power generation if the remaining level falls below a level threshold.

[0182] The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 is mounted on the hub axle HA1. The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 and the energy storage device ED32 are housed in the hub shell HA2. The circuit board EC33 is secured to the hub axle HA1. The electrical device HA includes a housing HA5. The housing HA5 is secured to the hub axle HA1. The circuit board EC33 and the energy storage device ED32 are secured to the housing HA5. The first energy storage device ED32A and the second energy storage device ED32B are secured to the housing HA5.

[0183] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the auxiliary electrical device ED3 includes a charging circuit ED33 and a discharging circuit ED34. The charging circuit ED33 is electrically connected to the generator ED31 and the energy storage device ED32. The generator ED31 is electrically connected to the energy storage device ED32 via the charging circuit ED33.

[0184] The discharge circuit ED34 is electrically connected to the auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3, the auxiliary communicator circuit WC3, and the energy storage device ED32. The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is electrically connected to the energy storage device ED32 and the auxiliary communicator circuit WC3 via the discharge circuit ED34.

[0185] The charging circuit ED33 is electrically connected to the discharging circuit ED34 to control the discharge circuit ED34. The charging circuit ED33 is configured to control the charging of the energy storage device ED32 using electricity generated by the power generator ED31. The charging circuit ED33 is configured to control the discharging circuit ED34 to supply electricity stored in the energy storage device ED32 to the auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 and the auxiliary communicator circuit WC3. The charging circuit ED33 is configured to control the discharging circuit ED34 to stop supplying electricity stored in the energy storage device ED32 to the auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 and the auxiliary communicator circuit WC3. For example, the discharge circuit ED34 includes a field-effect transistor (FET).The charging circuit ED33 includes a circuit designed to control the FET of the discharging circuit ED34. However, the structures of the charging circuit ED33 and the discharging circuit ED34 are not limited to the structure described above.

[0186] The additional wired communicator circuit WC32 is configured to receive voltage supplied by the energy storage device ED32 via the discharge circuit ED34. The additional wired communicator circuit WC32 is also configured to supply voltage to the wired communicator circuit WC12 via the electrical cable CB1.

[0187] The charging circuit ED33 includes a voltage sensor configured to detect the output voltage of at least one of the power generators ED31 and the energy storage device ED32. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is electrically connected to the charging circuit ED33 to receive the detected output voltage. The voltage sensor can be a separate circuit from the charging circuit ED33 if required or desired.

[0188] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, in the present embodiment the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to receive electricity from the power generator ED31, which is configured to generate electricity. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is also configured to receive electricity from the power storage device ED32, which is configured to store electricity.

[0189] In the present embodiment, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to receive electricity from the power storage device ED32 via the additional wired communicator circuit WC32, the electrical cable CB1, and the wired communicator circuit WC12. However, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be configured to receive electricity from another electrical energy source that is configured to store electricity, if required or desired. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can also be configured to receive electricity from another electrical energy source without a power generator, if required or desired.

[0190] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the electrical system 24 further comprises a first sensor SS1 and a second sensor SS2. The first sensor SS1 is configured to detect a first sensor object SS11. The second sensor SS2 is configured to detect a second sensor object SS21, which differs from the first sensor object SS11. The first sensor SS1 is configured to output a first output OP1. The second sensor SS2 is configured to output a second output OP2. The first output OP1 relates to a driving state of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The second output OP2 relates to the driving state of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The first sensor SS1 is configured to generate a first output signal as the first output OP1. The second sensor SS2 is configured to generate a second output signal as the second output OP2.

[0191] For example, the driving condition of the muscle-powered vehicle 10 includes at least one of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and a speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0192] The first sensor SS1 is set up to detect one of the following: The first sensor, SS2, is configured to detect the vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; the pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; the cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and the speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The second sensor, SS2, is configured to detect another of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; the cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and the speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0193] At least one of the first sensor SS1 and the second sensor SS2 may include an accelerometer configured to detect acceleration or vibration of the human-powered vehicle 10. At least one of the first sensor SS1 and the second sensor SS2 may include a power meter configured to detect the pedaling torque applied to the crank 12. Examples of the power meter include a strain gauge unit. At least one of the first sensor SS1 and the second sensor SS2 may include a cadence sensor configured to detect the cadence of the human-powered vehicle 10. Examples of the cadence of the human-powered vehicle 10 include the rotational speed of the crank 12, the rotational speed of the sprocket assembly 18, and the rotational speed of the sprocket support body HA3 of the electrical device HA.Examples of the first sensor object SS11 include the crank 12, the sprocket assembly 18, the sprocket support HA3, a sensor object provided to the crank 12, a sensor object provided to the sprocket assembly 18, and a sensor object provided to the sprocket support HA3. At least one of the first sensor SS1 and the second sensor SS2 may include a speed sensor configured to detect the speed of the human-powered vehicle 10. Examples of the speed of the human-powered vehicle 2 include a rotational speed of wheel 12A or 12B, a rotational speed of the hub casing HA2 of the electrical device HA, and aerodynamic information of the human-powered vehicle 10.Examples of the second sensor object SS21 include the wheel 12A or 12B, the hub shell HA2, a sensor object provided to the wheel 12A or 12B, a sensor object provided to the hub shell HA2, and a sensor configured to detect aerodynamic drag.

[0194] In the present embodiment, the first sensor SS1 is configured to detect the cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The first sensor SS1 is configured to detect the rotational speed of the sprocket support body HA3. The first sensor object SS11 is provided to the sprocket support body HA3. Examples of the first sensor SS1 include a mechanical sensor, a magnetic sensor, and an optical sensor. Examples of the mechanical sensor include a potentiometer. Examples of the magnetic sensor include a Hall sensor and a resolver. Examples of the optical sensor include an encoder.

[0195] The first sensor SS1 can be configured to detect one of the following: the rotational speed of the crank 12; and the rotational speed of the sprocket assembly 18, if required or desired. The first sensor SS1 can be configured to detect one of the following: vibration of the human-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the human-powered vehicle 10; and the speed of the human-powered vehicle 10, if required or desired.

[0196] In the present embodiment, the second sensor SS2 is configured to detect the speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The second sensor SS2 is configured to detect the rotational speed of the hub shell HA2. The second sensor object SS21 is provided on the hub shell HA2. Examples of the second sensor SS2 include a mechanical sensor, a magnetic sensor, and an optical sensor. Examples of the mechanical sensor include a potentiometer. Examples of the magnetic sensor include a Hall sensor and a resolver. Examples of the optical sensor include an encoder. The second sensor SS2 may include a different sensor, such as an accelerator, a power meter, and a cadence sensor, if required or desired. The second sensor SS2 may be configured to detect the rotational speed of the hub shell HA2 based on the power generation cycle of the generator ED31.The second sensor SS2 can be configured to detect the rotational speed of the hub shell HA2 based on the power generation cycle of the generator ED31. The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 is configured to detect the rotational speed of the hub shell HA2 based on the power generation cycle of the generator ED31. In particular, the additional electronic controller circuit EC3 and the generator ED31 can function as the second sensor SS2.

[0197] The second sensor SS2 can be configured to detect the rotational speed of wheel 12A or 12B, if required or desired. The second sensor SS2 can also be configured to detect one of the following: vibration of the human-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the human-powered vehicle 10; and cadence of the human-powered vehicle 10, if required or desired.

[0198] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 10, the first sensor SS1 is provided in the hub housing HA2. The first sensor object SS11 is provided in the hub housing HA2. The first sensor object SS11 is attached to the sprocket support body HA3. The first sensor SS1 is positioned to face the first sensor object SS11. The first sensor SS1 can be provided to the sprocket support body HA3 if required or desired. The first sensor object SS11 can be provided to the hub axle HA1 if required or desired. The first sensor SS1 and the first sensor object SS11 can be positioned to rotate relative to the hub axle HA1 and the sprocket support body HA3 in response to a relative rotation.

[0199] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 9, the second sensor SS2 is provided in the hub shell HA2. The second sensor object SS21 is provided in the hub shell HA2. The second sensor object SS21 is attached to the hub shell HA2. The second sensor SS2 is positioned to face the second sensor object SS21. The second sensor SS2 can be provided to the hub shell HA2 if required or desired. The second sensor object SS21 can be provided to the hub axle HA1 if required or desired. The second sensor SS2 and the second sensor object SS21 can be positioned to rotate relative to the hub axle HA1 and the hub shell HA2 in response to a relative rotation.

[0200] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 of the electrical device ED1 is configured to be electrically connected to the first sensor SS1 in order to receive the first output OP1 from the first sensor SS1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to be electrically connected to the second sensor SS2 in order to receive the second output OP2 from the second sensor SS2.

[0201] In the present embodiment, the auxiliary electrical device ED3 is configured to be electrically connected to the first electronic controller circuit EC1 of the electrical device ED1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to be electrically connected to the auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to be electrically connected to the auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3 via the wired communicator circuit WC12, the connector ED19, the electrical cable CB1, and the additional wired communicator circuit WC32.

[0202] The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is electrically connected to the first sensor SS1 to receive the first output OP1 from the first sensor SS1. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is electrically connected to the second sensor SS2 to receive the second output OP2 from the second sensor SS2.

[0203] The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to generate a first command CM1 in response to the first output OP1 of the first sensor SS1. The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to transmit the first command CM1 to the first electronics controller circuit EC1 via the auxiliary wired communicator circuit WC32, the electrical cable CB1, the connector ED19, and the wired communicator circuit WC12. The first command CM1 specifies the first output OP1. The first command CM1 can also be referred to as a command CM1.

[0204] The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to generate a second command CM2 in response to the second output OP2 of the second sensor SS2. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to transmit the second command CM2 to the first electronics controller circuit EC1 via the additional wired communicator circuit WC32, the electrical cable CB1, the connector ED19, and the wired communicator circuit WC12. The second command CM2 specifies the second output OP2. The second command CM2 can also be referred to as a command CM2.

[0205] In the present embodiment, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to receive the first command CM1 or the second command CM2 from the additional electronic controller circuit EC3 via the additional wired communicator circuit WC32, the electrical cable CB1, the connector ED19, and the wired communicator circuit WC12. However, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 can also be configured to receive the first command CM1 or the second command CM2 from the additional electronic controller circuit EC3 without at least one of the additional wired communicator circuits WC32, the electrical cable CB1, the connector ED19, and the wired communicator circuit WC12, if required or desired.

[0206] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 11, the first sensor SS1 is configured to periodically output its first signal OP1 at a first acquisition interval T5. The second sensor SS2 is configured to periodically output its second signal OP2 at a second acquisition interval T6. The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 is configured to receive the first signal OP1 from the first sensor SS1 at the first acquisition interval T5. The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 is configured to receive the second signal OP2 from the second sensor SS2 at the second acquisition interval T6.

[0207] The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 is configured to transmit the first command CM1 to the first electronic controller circuit EC1 in the first detection interval T5. The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 is configured to transmit the second command CM2 to the first electronic controller circuit EC1 in the second detection interval T6.

[0208] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to receive the first command CM1 from the additional electronic controller circuit EC3 in the first acquisition interval T5. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to receive the second command CM2 from the additional electronic controller circuit EC3 in the first acquisition interval T5.

[0209] In the present embodiment, the first detection interval T5 differs from the second detection interval T6. The first detection interval T5 is longer than the second detection interval T6. However, the first detection interval T5 can be equal to or shorter than the second detection interval T6 if required or desired.

[0210] The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to switch the first sensor SS1 on or off. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to switch the second sensor SS2 on or off. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to switch the first sensor SS1 on in both the first and second states. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to switch the second sensor SS2 off in the first state and to switch the second sensor SS2 on in the second state. Thus, the first sensor SS1 is configured to output the first output OP1 in the first acquisition interval T5 in both the first and second states. The second sensor SS2 is configured to output the second output OP2 in the second acquisition interval T6 in the second state.The second sensor SS2 is configured to be free of the second output OP2 in the first state. However, the second sensor SS2 can be configured to output the second output OP2 in the first state if required or desired. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 can be configured to enable the second sensor SS2 in either the first or second state. In such variations, the additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to ignore the second output OP2 in the first state, while the additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to detect the first output OP1.

[0211] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 12, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 based on the first output OP1 of the first sensor SS1 or the second output OP2 of the second sensor SS2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 based on the first output OP1 of the first sensor SS1 or the second output OP2 of the second sensor SS2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 based on the command CM1 or CM2 generated by the auxiliary electrical device ED3. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 based on the command CM1 or CM2 generated by the auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3.The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is set up to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 based on the command CM1 or CM2 generated by the additional electronic controller circuit EC3.

[0212] The first communicator circuit WC1 has a first state S11 and a second state S12. The first radio communicator circuit WC11 has a first state S11 and a second state S12. The first state S11 exhibits an initial energy consumption. The second state S12 exhibits a second energy consumption. The first energy consumption is lower than the second energy consumption. For example, the first state S11 can also be described as a sleep state or mode. The second state S12 can also be described as a waking state or mode.

[0213] The first communicator circuit WC1 has an OFF state S10. The first communicator circuit WC1 is configured to be switched off in the OFF state S10. The energy consumption of the OFF state S10 is lower than both the first and second energy consumption. The first communicator circuit WC1 is configured to be free from sensing the signal SG in the OFF state S10.

[0214] The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 has an OFF state S30, a first state S31, and a second state S32. The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 is configured to be switched off in the OFF state S30. The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 is configured to be switched on in both the first state S31 and the second state S32. The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 is configured to be switched on intermittently in the first state S31. The additional electronic controller circuit EC3 is configured to be switched on continuously in the second state S32. The energy consumption of the OFF state S30 is lower than both the energy consumption of the first state S31 and the energy consumption of the second state S32. The energy consumption of the first state S31 is lower than the energy consumption of the second state S32.

[0215] The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to change its state between the OFF state S30 and the second state S32 based on the detected output voltage V1, which is detected by the charging circuit ED33. The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to change its state from the OFF state S30 to the second state S32 if the detected output voltage V1 is equal to or higher than a voltage threshold value THV. The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to change its state from the second state S32 to the OFF state S30 if the detected output voltage V1 is lower than the voltage threshold value THV in the second state S32.

[0216] The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to change its state between the OFF state S30 and the first state S31 based on the detected output voltage V1, which is detected by the charging circuit ED33. The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is also configured to change its state from the first state S31 to the OFF state S30 if the detected output voltage V1 is lower than the voltage threshold THV in the first state S31.

[0217] The first communicator circuit WC1 is set up to be in the OFF state S10 in a state in which the auxiliary electrical device ED3 is electrically connected to the electrical device ED1 via the electrical cable CB1 and in which the auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3 is in the OFF state S30, since the auxiliary electrical device ED3 stops supplying electricity to the electrical device ED1 in the OFF state S30.

[0218] The first communicator circuit WC1 is set up to be in the second state S12 in a state in which the auxiliary electrical device ED3 is electrically connected to the electrical device ED1 via the electrical cable CB1 and in which the auxiliary electronic controller circuit EC3 is in the second state S32, since the auxiliary electrical device ED3 supplies electricity to the electrical device ED1 in the second state S32.

[0219] Thus, the electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change its state between the OFF state S10 and the second state S12 based on the detected output voltage V1, which is detected by the charging circuit ED33. The electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the OFF state S10 to the second state S12 if the detected output voltage V1 is equal to or higher than the voltage threshold THV. The electronic controller circuit EC1 is also configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the OFF state S10 if the detected output voltage V1 is lower than the voltage threshold THV in the second state S12.

[0220] The electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 between the OFF state S10 and the first state S11 based on the detected output voltage V1, which is detected by the charging circuit ED33. The electronic controller circuit EC1 is also configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the OFF state S10 if the detected output voltage V1 is lower than the voltage threshold THV in the first state S11.

[0221] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 11, the first communicator circuit WC1 is configured to monitor, during a first interval T1 in the first state S11, the signal SG transmitted by the second communicator circuit WC2 of the second electrical device ED2. The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to monitor, during the first interval T1 in the first state S11, the signal SG transmitted by the second communicator circuit WC2 of the second electrical device ED2.

[0222] The first radio communicator circuit WC11 has a third state S13 and a fourth state S14. The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to monitor the signal SG in the third state S13. The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to detect the signal SG in the third state S13 if the second radio communicator circuit WC21 transmits the signal SG wirelessly. The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured to ignore the signal SG or to remain silent in response to the signal SG in the fourth state S14. The first radio communicator circuit WC11 is configured not to respond to the signal SG in the fourth state S14 if the second radio communicator circuit WC21 transmits the signal SG wirelessly. The third state S13 and the fourth state S14 are repeated in the first interval T1 in the first state S11.The third state S13 and the fourth state S14 are repeated in the second interval T2 in the second state S12.

[0223] The third state S13 has a third period T3. The fourth state S14 has a fourth period T4. In the present embodiment, the fourth period T4 is equal to the third period T3. The third period T3 is shorter than the first interval T1. The fourth period T4 is shorter than the second interval T2. However, the fourth period T4 can differ from the third period T3 if required or desired. The third period T3 can be equal to or longer than the first interval T1, if required or desired. The fourth period T4 can be equal to or longer than the second interval T2, if required or desired.

[0224] The first communicator circuit WC1 is configured to monitor the signal SG transmitted by the second communicator circuit WC2 to the second electrical device ED2 in a second interval T2 in the second state S12. The second interval T2 is shorter than the first interval T1. Thus, the first energy consumption is lower than the second. However, the first communicator circuit WC1 can be configured to stop monitoring the signal SG transmitted by the second communicator circuit WC2 to the second electrical device ED2 in the first state S11, if needed or desired. As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 13, the first communicator circuit WC1 can be set up, and in the second state S12 the signal SG transmitted by the second communicator circuit WC2 to the second electrical device ED2 can be continuously monitored, if needed or desired.

[0225] As in Fig. 11 and Fig. As shown in Figure 12, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 based on the first output OP1 of the first sensor SS1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 based on the first output OP1 of the first sensor SS1.

[0226] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 based on the second output OP2 of the second sensor SS2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 based on the second output OP2 of the second sensor SS2.

[0227] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 in response to the first command CM1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 in response to the first command CM1.

[0228] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 in response to the second command CM2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 in response to the second command CM2.

[0229] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 based on the first output OP1 with respect to the driving state of the human-powered vehicle 10. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 based on the first output OP1 with respect to the driving state of the human-powered vehicle 10.

[0230] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 based on the second output OP2 with respect to the driving state of the human-powered vehicle 10. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 based on the second output OP2 with respect to the driving state of the human-powered vehicle 10.

[0231] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 in response to the first command CM1 regarding the driving state of the human-powered vehicle 10. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 in response to the first command CM1 regarding the driving state of the human-powered vehicle 10.

[0232] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 in response to the second command CM2 regarding the driving state of the human-powered vehicle 10. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 in response to the second command CM2 regarding the driving state of the human-powered vehicle 10.

[0233] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 12, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to be switched on and enter a wake state S21 in response to the supply of electricity from the auxiliary electrical device ED3. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 between the first state S11 and the second state S12 in the wake state S21. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be configured to remain continuously in the wake state S21 or to enter a sleep state S22 after changing the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the off state S10 to the second state S12 in the wake state S21.The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be configured to change the state of the first electronic controller circuit EC1 from the sleep state S22 to the wake state S21 if the first radio communicator circuit WC11 detects the signal SG.

[0234] In a state where the first radio communicator circuit WC11 is in the first state S11, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be configured to periodically change its state between the sleep state S22 and the wake state S21 within a wake interval. The wake interval can be the same as or different from the first interval T1.

[0235] As in Fig. 11 and Fig. As shown in Figure 12, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 based on the first output OP1 with respect to one of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 based on the first output OP1 with respect to one of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0236] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 based on the second output OP2 with respect to one of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 based on the second output OP2 with respect to one of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0237] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 in response to the first command CM1 with respect to one of the following: vibration of the human-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the human-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the human-powered vehicle 10; and speed of the human-powered vehicle 10. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 in response to the first command CM1 with respect to one of the following: vibration of the human-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the human-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the human-powered vehicle 10; and speed of the human-powered vehicle 10.

[0238] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 in response to the second command CM2 with respect to one of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 in response to the second command CM2 with respect to one of the following: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.

[0239] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if the first output OP1 is greater than a first threshold TH1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is also configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if the first output OP1 is greater than the first threshold TH1.

[0240] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12, independently of the second output OP2, if the first output OP1 is greater than the first threshold TH1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is also configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12, independently of the second output OP2, if the first output OP1 is greater than the first threshold TH1.

[0241] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if a value contained in the first command CM1 is greater than the first threshold TH1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if a value contained in the first command CM1 is greater than the first threshold TH1.

[0242] In the present embodiment, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if the first output OP1 for a first determination time DT1 is greater than the first threshold TH1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is also configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if the first output OP1 for the first determination time DT1 is greater than the first threshold TH1.

[0243] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if the value of the first command CM1 for the first determination time DT1 is greater than the first threshold TH1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is also configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if the value of the first command CM1 for the first determination time DT1 is greater than the first threshold TH1.

[0244] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 if the second output OP2 is less than a second threshold TH2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 if the second output OP2 is less than the second threshold TH2.

[0245] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11, regardless of the first output OP1, if the second output OP2 is less than the second threshold TH2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is also configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11, regardless of the first output OP1, if the second output OP2 is less than the second threshold TH2.

[0246] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 if the value contained in the second command CM2 is less than the second threshold TH2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 if the value contained in the second command CM2 is less than the second threshold TH2.

[0247] In the present embodiment, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 if the second output OP2 for a second determination time DT2 is less than the second threshold TH2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is also configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 if the value contained in the second command CM2 is less than the second threshold TH2 for the second determination time DT2.

[0248] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 if the value of the second command CM2 for the second determination time DT2 is greater than the second threshold TH2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 if the value of the second command CM2 for the second determination time DT2 is greater than the second threshold TH2.

[0249] In the present embodiment, the first determination time DT1 is longer than zero. The second determination time DT2 is longer than zero. The second determination time DT2 differs from the first determination time DT1. The second determination time DT2 is longer than the first determination time DT1. However, the first determination time DT1 can be zero if required or desired. The second determination time DT2 can be zero if required or desired. The second determination time DT2 can be equal to or shorter than the first determination time DT1 if required or desired.

[0250] The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to control the electric actuator ED13 to generate the actuating force if the first communicator circuit WC1 detects the signal SG in the second state S12. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is also configured to control the electric actuator ED13 to generate the actuating force if the first radio communicator circuit WC11 detects the signal SG in the second state S12.

[0251] As in Fig. 11 and Fig. As shown in Figure 12, the auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to change its state from the first state S31 to the second state S32 if the first electronics controller circuit EC1 changes the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12. The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is also configured to change its state from the second state S32 to the first state S31 if the first electronics controller circuit EC1 changes the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11.

[0252] For example, the auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to change its state from the first state S31 to the second state S32 if the first output OP1 is greater than the first threshold TH1. The auxiliary electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to change its state from the second state S32 to the first state S31 if the second output OP2 is less than the second threshold TH2.

[0253] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 14, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if the first communicator circuit WC1 detects the signal SG in the first state S11. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if the first radio communicator circuit WC11 detects the signal SG in the first state S11.

[0254] In the present embodiment, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to be free from controlling the electrical actuator ED13 to generate the actuating force if the first radio communicator circuit WC11 detects the signal SG in the first state S11. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 15, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be configured to change the state of the first radio communicator circuit WC11 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 and to control the electric actuator ED13 to generate the actuating force if the first radio communicator circuit WC11 detects the signal SG in the first state S11, if required or desired. Specifically, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 if the first output OP1 is greater than the first threshold TH1 and / or if the first radio communicator circuit WC11 detects the signal SG in the first state S11.

[0255] In the above embodiments and variations thereof, electrical device ED1 corresponds to electrical device RD, the second electrical device ED2 corresponds to electrical device ST3, and the additional electrical device ED3 corresponds to electrical device HA. However, electrical device ED1 can correspond to any of the electrical devices FS, RS, RD, DU, FB, RB, AS, HA, and SP, if required or desired. Additional electrical device ED3 can correspond to any of the other electrical devices FS, RS, RD, DU, FB, RB, AS, HA, and SP, if required or desired. Second electrical device ED2 can correspond to any of the electrical devices ST1, ST2, ST3, ST4, ST5, ST6, and ST7, if required or desired.

[0256] In the above embodiments and variations thereof, as in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the first command, CM1, outputs the first signal, OP1. The second command, CM2, outputs the second signal, OP2. The first electronic controller circuit, EC1, is configured to determine, based on the first command, CM1, whether the state of the first communicator circuit, WC1, changes from the first state, S11, to the second state, S12. The second command, CM2, determines whether the state of the first communicator circuit, WC1, has changed from the second state, S12, to the first state, S11. However, the additional electronic controller circuit, EC3, can be configured to determine, based on the first output, OP1, whether the state of the first communicator circuit, WC1, has changed from the first state, S11, to the second state, S12, if needed or desired.The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 can be configured to determine, based on the second output OP2, whether the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 has changed from the second state S12 to the first state S11, if required or desired. In such variations, the additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to generate the first command CM1 if the first output OP1 is greater than the first threshold TH1. The additional electronics controller circuit EC3 is configured to generate the second command CM2 if the second output OP2 is less than the second threshold TH2. The first communicator circuit WC1 is configured to change its state from the first state S11 to the second state S12 in response to the first command CM1, without determining whether the first command CM1 is greater than the first threshold TH1.The first communicator circuit WC1 is set up to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 in response to the second command CM2, without determining whether the second command CM2 is less than the second threshold TH2.

[0257] In the above embodiments and variations thereof, as described in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 6, the first sensor SS1 and the second sensor SS2 are electrically connected to the electrical device ED1 via the additional electrical device ED3. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 16, however, the additional electrical device ED3 can be omitted from the electrical system 24, and at least one of the first sensor SS1 and the second sensor SS2 can be directly connected to the electrical device ED1, if required or desired. In such modifications, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 based on the first output OP1. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 based on the second output OP2. As shown in Fig.As shown in Figure 17, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change its state from the OFF state S10 to the second state S12 if the output voltage V2 of the electrical power source ED15 is equal to or higher than a voltage threshold THV2. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change its state from the second state S12 to the OFF state S10 if the output voltage V2 is lower than the voltage threshold THV2 in the second state S12. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to be switched off in response to an operation of the user interface ED18 or another user interface, such as a power switch.

[0258] In the above embodiments and variations thereof, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be configured to calculate a value indicating the driving state of the muscle-powered vehicle 2 based on the first output OP1, if required or desired. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be configured to calculate a value indicating the driving state of the muscle-powered vehicle 2 based on the second output OP2, if required or desired. The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be configured to calculate one of the following based on the first output OP1 of the first sensor SS1: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10.The first electronic controller circuit EC1 can be configured to calculate one of the following based on the second output OP2 of the second sensor SS2: vibration of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; pedaling torque of the crank 12 of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle 10; and speed of the muscle-powered vehicle 10. In such variations, the first electronic controller circuit EC1 is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the first state S11 to the second state S12 based on the value calculated by the first electronic controller circuit EC1 using the first output OP1.The first electronic controller circuit EC1 is set up to change the state of the first communicator circuit WC1 from the second state S12 to the first state S11 based on the value calculated by the first electronic controller circuit EC1 using the second output OP2.

[0259] The structure of electrical device ED1 can be applied to electrical devices other than those FS, RS, RD, DU, FB, RB, AS, HA, and SP, if required or desired. The structure of the second electrical device ED2 can be applied to electrical devices other than those ST1, ST2, ST3, ST4, ST5, ST6, and ST7, if required or desired.

[0260] In the present application, the term "comprehensive" and its derivatives, as used herein, are intended to be open terms that specify the presence of the indicated features, elements, components, groups, integers, and / or steps, but do not exclude the presence of other unspecified features, elements, components, groups, integers, and / or steps. This concept also applies to words with similar meanings, for example, the terms "exhibit," "include," and their derivatives.

[0261] The terms “link”, “area”, “section”, “part”, “element”, “body” and “structure”, when used in the singular, can have the dual meaning of a single part or of a multitude of parts.

[0262] The ordinal numbers such as "first" and "second" listed in the present application are merely identifiers and have no other meanings, such as a specific order or the like. Furthermore, the term "first element," for example, does not in itself imply the presence of a "second element," and the term "second element" does not in itself imply the presence of a "first element."

[0263] The term “pair of”, as used herein, may include the configuration in which the pair of elements has different shapes or structures from each other, in addition to the configuration in which the pair of elements has the same shapes or structures as each other.

[0264] The terms “one”, “one or more” and “at least one” can be used interchangeably herein.

[0265] The phrase “at least one of,” as used in this Revelation, means “one or more” of a desired choice. For example, the phrase “at least one of,” as used in this Revelation, means “only a single choice” or “both of two choices” when the number of choices is two. By another example, the phrase “at least one of,” as used in this Revelation, means “only a single choice” or “any combination of two or more choices” when the number of choices is three or more. For example, the phrase “at least one of A and B” includes (1) A alone, (2) B alone, and (3) both A and B. The phrase “at least one of A, B, and C” includes (1) A alone, (2) B alone, (3) C alone, (4) both A and B, (5) both B and C, (6) both A and C, and (7) all A, B, and C.In other words, the expression “at least one of A and B” in this revelation does not mean “at least one of A and at least one of B”.

[0266] Finally, terms of magnitude such as "essentially", "about", and "approximately", as used herein, signify a reasonable deviation from the modified term so that the final result is not significantly altered. All numerical values ​​described in the present application can be interpreted as including terms such as "essentially", "about", and "approximately".

[0267] Obviously, numerous modifications and variations of the present invention are possible in light of the foregoing teachings. It is therefore understood that the invention, within the scope of the appended claims, may be exercised in ways other than those specifically described herein. REFERENCE MARK ED1 electrical device WC1) first communicator circuit WC second communicator circuit ED2 second electrical device EC1 first electronic controller circuit 12 Crank ED13 electric actuator ED31 Power Generator ED32 Energy Storage EC3 Additional Electronic Controller Circuit ED3 Additional electrical device SS1 first sensor SS2 second sensor SS11 first sensor object SS21 second sensor object QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

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Claims

[1] Electrical device (ED1) of a muscle-powered vehicle, the electrical device (ED1) comprising: a first communicator circuit (WC1) configured to receive a signal from a second communicator circuit (WC2) of a second electrical device (ED2); a first electronic controller circuit (EC1) configured to change a state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from a first state to a second state based on a first output of a first sensor (SS1) configured to detect a first sensor object (SS11), wherein the first state has a first power consumption, wherein the second state has a second power consumption, wherein the first power consumption is lower than the second power consumption; and wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the second state to the first state based on a second output of a second sensor (SS2), which is configured to detect a second sensor object (SS21) that differs from the first sensor object (SS11). [2] The electric device (ED1) according to claim 1, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the first state to the second state based on the first output with respect to a traveling state of the human-powered vehicle. [3] An electrical device (ED1) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the second state to the first state based on the second output related to the running state of the human-powered vehicle. [4] Electrical device (ED1) according to one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is arranged to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the first state to the second state based on the first output with respect to one of the following: Vibration of the human-powered vehicle; Pedal torque of a crank (12) of the muscle-powered vehicle; Cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle; and Speed ​​of the muscle-powered vehicle. [5] An electrical device (ED1) according to claim 4, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is arranged to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the second state to the first state based on the second output with respect to another of the following: Vibration of the human-powered vehicle; Pedal torque of the crank (12) of the muscle-powered vehicle; Cadence of the muscle-powered vehicle; and Speed ​​of the muscle-powered vehicle. [6] Electrical device (ED1) according to one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is arranged to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the first state to the second state if the first output is greater than a first threshold value. [7] Electrical device (ED1) according to one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is arranged to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the second state to the first state if the second output is less than a second threshold value. [8] The electrical device (ED1) according to claim 7, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the second state to the first state if the second output is less than the second threshold value for a second determination time. [9] Electrical device (ED1) according to one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the first communicator circuit (WC1) is arranged to monitor the signal transmitted by the second communicator circuit (WC2) of the second electrical device (ED2) in a first interval in the first state. [10] Electrical device (ED1) according to claim 9, wherein the first communicator circuit (WC1) is arranged to monitor the signal transmitted by the second communicator circuit (WC2) of the second electrical device (ED2) in a second interval in the second state, and the second interval is shorter than the first interval. [11] Electrical device (ED1) according to claim 9, wherein the first communicator circuit (WC1) is arranged to continuously monitor the signal transmitted by the second communicator circuit (WC2) of the second electrical device (ED2) in the second state. [12] The electrical device (ED1) according to any one of claims 1 to 11, further comprising an electrical actuator (ED13) configured to generate an actuating force, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is configured to control the electrical actuator (ED13) to generate the actuating force if the first communicator circuit (WC1) detects the signal in the second state. [13] Electrical device (ED1) according to one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is arranged to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the first state to the second state if the first communicator circuit (WC1) detects the signal in the first state. [14] Electrical device (ED1) according to one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is arranged to receive electricity from a power generator (ED31) arranged to generate electricity. [15] Electrical device (ED1) according to one of claims 1 to 14, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is arranged to receive electricity from a power storage device (ED32) arranged to store electricity. [16] Electrical device (ED1) according to one of claims 1 to 15, wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is arranged to be electrically connected to an additional electronic controller circuit (EC3), and the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is arranged to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) on the basis of a command generated by the additional electronic controller circuit (EC3). [17] Electrical device (ED1) according to claim 16, in which the additional electronic controller circuit (EC3) is configured to generate a first command in response to the first output of the first sensor (SS1), the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the first state to the second state in response to the first command, the auxiliary electronic controller circuit (EC3) is arranged to generate a second command in response to the second output of the second sensor (SS2), and the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) from the second state to the first state in response to the second command. [18] Electrical system of a human-powered vehicle, the electrical system comprising: the electrical device (ED1) according to one of claims 1 to 17; an auxiliary electrical device (ED3) configured to be electrically connected to the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) of the electrical device (ED1); and wherein the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is configured to change the state of the first communicator circuit (WC1) based on a command generated by the auxiliary electrical device (ED3). [19] The electrical system of claim 18, further comprising: the first sensor (SS1); and the second sensor (SS2). [20] Electrical system according to claim 18 or 19, in which the additional electrical device (ED3) is provided separately from the electrical device (ED1), and the first electronic controller circuit (EC1) is arranged to be electrically connected to the auxiliary electrical device (ED3) via an electrical cable.

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