Saddle with integrated molded mounting seat

Abstract

A saddle (10) with an integrated molded mounting seat comprises a saddle shell (20) and a light (30). The saddle shell (20) has a lower rim that is integrally formed with a mounting seat (21) which has a straight first sliding section (211) and a stop flange (212). The stop flange has one side to which a first connecting component (213) is attached. The light (30) has a connecting section (31) with a corresponding second sliding section (311) for detachable attachment to the mounting seat. The light also has a light-emitting section (32) and a stop section (33) with a second connecting component (331). When the connecting section is attached to the mounting seat, the second sliding section slides along the first sliding section, and the second connecting component engages with the first connecting component, thus ensuring secure attachment of the light.

Description

Background of the invention

[0001] The present invention relates to a saddle and in particular to a saddle with an integrated molded mounting seat.

[0002] TW I718974 B describes a bicycle saddle accessory coupling device comprising a body, a first accessory, a second accessory, and a positioning unit. The body has a mounting section connected to the bicycle saddle, a first connecting section, and a second connecting section located between the mounting section and the first connecting section. The first accessory has a first guide section detachably connected to the first connecting section and a first coupling section. The second accessory has a second guide section detachably connected to the second connecting section and a second coupling section. The positioning unit is mounted on the body and detachably connected to the first and second coupling sections.This allows the first and second accessories to be attached indirectly to the bicycle saddle via the rider's body. However, the device itself is secured to the saddle by clamping its mounting section to the saddle rails, and the clamping mechanism is secured with screws. Consequently, a screwdriver is required to tighten the screws periodically to ensure the clamping mechanism remains secure.

[0003] DE 20 2015 007 588 U1 describes a saddle for bicycles consisting of a saddle cover and a frame, wherein light sources are attached to the saddle.

[0004] The invention is defined by the features of the independent claim, Brief description of the drawings Fig. Figure 1 shows a perspective view of a saddle with an integrated molded mounting seat of the present invention; Fig. Figure 2 shows a perspective exploded view of the saddle with the integrated molded mounting seat. Fig. 1; Fig. Figure 3 shows a perspective exploded view of the saddle with the integrated molded mounting seat. Fig. 1. Viewed from a different angle; Fig. Figure 4 shows a cross-sectional view of the saddle with the integrated molded mounting seat. Fig. 1; and Fig. Figure 5 shows a cross-sectional view of the saddle with the integrated molded mounting seat. Fig. 1. Viewed from a different angle. Detailed description of the invention

[0005] The Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3, Fig. 4 to Fig. Figure 5 shows a saddle 10 with an integrated molded mounting seat according to the present invention. The saddle with the integrated molded mounting seat has a saddle shell 20 and a light 30.

[0006] The saddle shell 20 extends longitudinally in a horizontal direction between a front end 23 and a rear end 24. An upper edge of the saddle shell 20 in the vertical direction has a seat section 22. The saddle shell 20 has a mounting seat 21, which is integrally formed with a lower edge of the saddle shell 20 in the vertical direction. The mounting seat 21 has a straight-extending first sliding section 211, with one end adjacent to the rear end 24 and another end adjacent to the front end 23. The mounting seat 21 has a stop flange 212 arranged at one end of the first sliding section 211. The stop flange 212 is connected to another end of the first sliding section 211 adjacent to the front end 23.

[0007] The first sliding section 211 has a transverse width that forms a first width W1 at an upper part near the seat section 22 and a second width W2 at a lower part opposite the seat section 22, wherein the first width W1 is smaller than the second width W2.

[0008] The stop flange 212 has a side that is located near a first sliding section 211, and this side has a first connecting component 213 associated with it. Additionally, the side of the stop flange 212 that is located near the first sliding section 211 has at least one positioning projection 214 that is adjacent to the first connecting component 213.

[0009] One side of the luminaire 30 has a connecting section 31. The connecting section 31 has a second sliding section 311 corresponding to the first sliding section 211. The first sliding section 211 has a flange structure, and the second sliding section 311 has a corresponding groove structure. The connecting section 31 is detachably connected to the mounting seat 21.

[0010] When the connecting section 31 is connected to the mounting seat 21, the second sliding section 311 slides on the first sliding section 211, with the first sliding section 211 being inserted into the second sliding section 311 and the second connecting component 331 being connected to the first connecting component 213. In this embodiment, the first connecting component 213 is magnetic, while the second connecting component 331 is magnetically attracted, although the reverse is possible. In particular, the first connecting component 213 is a magnet and the second connecting component 331 is a metal plate.

[0011] The luminaire 30 further comprises a light-emitting section 32 and a stop section 33 opposite the light-emitting section 32. The stop section 33 has a second connection component 331 corresponding to the first connection component 213. The stop section 33 also has at least one positioning slot 332 corresponding to the at least one positioning projection 214. The at least one positioning slot 332 is adjacent to the second connection component 331. When the connection section 31 is connected to the mounting seat 21, the stop section 33 rests against the stop flange 212 and the at least one positioning projection 214 is inserted into the at least one positioning slot 332.

[0012] Regarding the foregoing, the mounting seat 21 is integrally formed with the saddle shell 20 through a molding process. This integration eliminates the need for additional separate components. The integrally molded mounting seat 21 offers improved positional fixation and resistance to deformation. It allows for both the insertion and removal of the luminaire 30 while maintaining the desired illumination angle without deviation due to user handling. Additionally, the mounting seat 21 features a first sliding section 211 that limits the movement of the luminaire 30. This design, in conjunction with the first connecting component 213, enables quick insertion and removal of the luminaire 30 while ensuring a stable and secure attachment.

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