Child bicycle seat

Abstract

Child bicycle seat (2), including a seat body (4) comprising a seat shell (6) for receiving a child therein and a support structure (8) for supporting the seat shell (6), the support structure (8) comprising two parts (12, 14), wherein an edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is intermediately arranged between the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8), preferably clamped, to hold the seat shell (6) on the support structure (8), characterized in that the edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is partially placed around a part (12) of the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8).

Description

TECHNICAL AREA

[0001] The present invention relates to a child bicycle seat. BACKGROUND

[0002] Child bicycle seats, also known as child bike seats, are known in the art and exist in various configurations for transporting a child behind or in front of a cyclist. Known child bicycle seats comprise a seat and footrests for securing the child. The seat is typically made of a material sufficiently rigid to support the child during a bicycle ride. However, such known child bicycle seats are often uncomfortable for the child, and their manufacture can be inefficient. SUMMARY

[0003] Accordingly, it is desirable to address at least one of the above, and it may be the object of the invention to provide an improved child bicycle seat.

[0004] Furthermore, other desirable features and properties will become apparent from the following summary and detailed description, as well as from the accompanying claims, which are each taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and the background information.

[0005] The object of the invention is solved by a child bicycle seat. Further advantageous configurations are set out in the dependent claims.

[0006] In one aspect of the present invention, a child bicycle seat is described. The child bicycle seat is or can be configured as a rear child bicycle seat and / or a front child bicycle seat. The child bicycle seat can comprise a seat body. The seat body can comprise a seat shell for receiving a child in it. The seat shell can be dimensioned to partially surround the child received therein.

[0007] The seat body can also include a support structure to support the seat shell. This support structure can be made of a material sufficiently rigid to support the child in the seat shell during a bicycle ride. Furthermore, the support structure can be made of a material rigid enough to withstand vibrations caused during cycling. Therefore, the seat shell itself can be made of a material that is not rigid enough to support the child during a bicycle ride. Instead, the seat shell can be made of a softer material. The support structure and the seat shell can be made of different materials.

[0008] According to a preferred configuration, the support structure can comprise two parts. Thus, the support structure can be a two-component structure, for example, a two-component frame. The two parts can be separate components. An edge section of the seat shell can be positioned, at least partially, between the two parts of the support structure to hold the seat shell to the support structure. The edge section can extend, at least partially, along an outer boundary of the seat shell.

[0009] The edge section of the seat shell, which is at least partially supported, can be positioned at least partially between the two parts of the support structure. The support structure and the edge section can form a three-layer structure with the edge section sandwiched between two layers of the support structure. A clamping force may or may not be exerted on the edge section by at least one part of the two parts of the support structure. The support structure can cover at least one part of the edge section.

[0010] According to another preferred configuration, the support structure may include a frame part for supporting the seat shell. The frame part may be a frame that includes at least one material recess. The support structure may further include a cover part. The cover part may at least partially cover the frame part and / or the seat shell. The cover part may cover the frame part and / or the seat shell on the rear of the child bicycle seat. The cover part may partially or completely cover the frame part on the rear. The seat shell may cover the frame part on the front of the child bicycle seat. The seat shell may partially or completely cover the frame part on the front. Thus, the seat shell and the cover part may cover the frame part on opposite sides of the child bicycle seat. In other words, the frame part may be covered on two sides by the seat shell and the cover part.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the cover part can be hooked into the frame part, wherein the cover part can comprise a hook and the frame part can comprise an engagement section for engaging the hook.

[0012] The two parts of the support structure can comprise the frame part for supporting the seat shell and the cover part for at least partially covering the frame part. The edge section of the seat shell can be positioned at least partially between the frame part and the cover part. The support structure can thus be configured both to support a child and to hold the seat shell on it.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the edge section of the seat shell is partially folded or wrapped around one part of the two parts of the support structure, for example, around the frame part. The edge section can be arranged on at least two opposite sides of one part of the two parts of the support structure, for example, the frame part. The edge section can be arranged on a front and a back side of one part of the two parts of the support structure, for example, the frame part.

[0014] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, the edge section of the seat shell is at least partially clamped between the two parts of the support structure, for example between the frame part and the cover part, to hold the seat shell to the support structure. Thus, the edge section of the seat shell can be wedged or clamped at least partially between the two parts of the support structure, for example between the frame part and the cover part, in order to exert a clamping force on the seat shell that may be necessary to hold the seat shell to the support structure.

[0015] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, at least one part of the two parts of the support structure, for example the frame part, comprises at least partially a skeletal configuration. The skeletal configuration can comprise a Y-shaped skeletal section. Alternatively or additionally, the skeletal configuration can comprise at least one X-shaped skeletal section, one V-shaped skeletal section, and one W-shaped skeletal section.

[0016] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, the two parts of the support structure, for example the frame part and the cover part, are firmly coupled to one another by means of a positive-locking coupling and / or a screw coupling. The positive-locking coupling can be a snap coupling or a click coupling. The two parts of the support structure, for example the frame part and the cover part, can be snapped, clicked, or screwed together. Accordingly, the two parts of the support structure, for example the frame part and the cover part, can each be configured for tool-free assembly or for tool-based assembly.

[0017] The frame part may include at least one mounting hole. The cover part may further include at least one receiving section in which a fixing element can be received and inserted into a mounting hole. In one example, the fixing element may be a screw, and the receiving section may be a screw entry, which may include an internal thread. The mounting hole may be arranged such that the inserted fixing element is accessible through an opening that may be provided in the seat shell. The fixing element may thus be accessible from the front of the child bicycle seat. The fixing element may further be covered by the cover part at the rear of the child bicycle seat. The fixing element may also be recessed or concealed in the seat shell and / or the frame part, and may not protrude beyond the outer contour of the child bicycle seat.For design and safety reasons, the child bicycle seat can therefore have a smooth back design.

[0018] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, the seat shell comprises or is made of a polymer material. The polymer material can be or comprise an ethylene-vinyl acetate material, for example, an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer (also known as EVA). Alternatively or additionally, at least one part of the two parts of the support structure can comprise or be made of a plastic material and / or a composite material. The composite material can be a fiber-reinforced composite material, for example, a glass-reinforced plastic material.

[0019] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, the seat shell is held in a floating manner on the support structure. The seat shell can include a child seating area. The child seating area of ​​the seat shell can be spaced apart from the support structure to provide a compensating space between the child seating area and the support structure. This compensating space can allow or provide a floating movement for a child sitting on the child seating area.

[0020] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, the seat shell can include armrest sections. The armrest sections can be formed integrally within the seat shell. Alternatively, the armrest sections can be attached to the support structure, for example, by screws. The armrest sections can be curved. The armrest sections can project from the seat shell, with a left armrest section projecting from the left side of the seat shell, thus providing a left armrest for a child's left arm when seated in the child bicycle seat, and a right armrest section projecting from the right side of the seat shell, thus providing a right armrest for a child's right arm when seated in the child bicycle seat.Alternatively or in addition to the armrest sections, the child bicycle seat may also include a handle for the child to grip with at least one hand while seated in the child bicycle seat, or a support for additionally securing the child while seated in the child bicycle seat. The handle or support may be a central or side handle or a central or side support.

[0021] The support structure may include armrest projections. The armrest projections may support the armrest sections of the seat shell. The armrest projections may project at least partially into the armrest sections. The armrest projections may be at least partially integrated into the armrest sections.

[0022] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, the support structure can comprise at least one reinforcing element for strengthening the support structure at least in an edge section thereof. The at least one reinforcing element can be arranged on the frame part. The at least one reinforcing element can be or comprise at least one reinforcing rib.

[0023] In another aspect of the present invention, a child bicycle seat mount is described. The child bicycle seat can include the child bicycle seat mount. The child bicycle seat mount can be arranged or configured to be located on the child bicycle seat. The child bicycle seat mount can be arranged or configured to be located below the child seating area of ​​the child bicycle seat. The child bicycle seat mount can be arranged or configured to be located on a base section of the support structure of the child bicycle seat and / or below the child seating area of ​​the child bicycle seat. The base section can be located below the child seating area.

[0024] The child bike seat mount can include a coupling section. This coupling section can be configured to connect to at least two different fixing modules for attaching the child bike seat mount to a bicycle. The coupling section can be embedded in at least one of the two parts of the support structure, for example, in at least one of the frame part and one of the cover part.

[0025] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the coupling section can comprise at least one sliding section, for example a guide track, for slidably receiving the at least two different fixing modules. Alternatively or additionally, the coupling section can comprise at least one fixing means for fixing the at least two different fixing modules to the coupling section. The at least one fixing means can comprise at least one screw for screwing one of the two different fixing modules onto the coupling section.

[0026] From another perspective, a child bicycle seat mounting system can comprise the child bicycle seat mount and at least one of at least two different fixing modules. The coupling section of the child bicycle seat mount can be configured to allow coupling to a bicycle in two different ways using the at least two different fixing modules. From yet another perspective, a child bicycle seat system can comprise the child bicycle seat and the child bicycle seat mounting system.

[0027] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, the at least two different fixing modules comprise a fixing module for coupling the child bicycle seat to a bicycle frame. The fixing module for coupling the child bicycle seat to a bicycle frame can be a first fixing module. Alternatively or additionally to the fixing module for coupling the child bicycle seat to a bicycle frame, the at least two different fixing modules can comprise a fixing module for coupling the child bicycle seat to a luggage carrier of the bicycle. The fixing module for coupling the child bicycle seat to a luggage carrier of the bicycle can be a second fixing module.

[0028] The following are possible assembly steps for putting together a child bicycle seat. The child bicycle seat can be configured, at least partially, as described above. The assembly steps may include a step of providing a frame part. The assembly steps may also include a step of positioning a seat shell for a child on the frame part.

[0029] The assembly steps may also include a step of mounting a cover part to the frame part. This assembly step may be carried out to at least partially cover the frame part and / or the seat shell with the cover part. Thus, the assembly steps may also include the step of at least partially covering the frame part and / or the seat shell with a cover part.

[0030] The assembly step can involve partially wrapping or folding around an edge section of the seat shell around the frame part. The edge section can be an intermediately positioned edge section. In other words, the edge section can comprise an outer lip that is wrapped or folded around the frame part.

[0031] The assembly step can be carried out such that an edge section of the seat shell is temporarily positioned between the frame part and the cover part. This edge section can be the partially wrapped or partially enveloping edge section according to the preferred embodiment described above. Thus, the assembly step can include mounting the cover part to the frame part, so that an edge section of the seat shell is temporarily positioned between the frame part and the cover part. The assembly steps can further include the step of temporarily positioning an edge section of the seat shell between the frame part and the cover part. The frame part and the cover part can form a support structure on which the seat shell can be held.Thus, the assembly steps can further include a step of forming a support structure using the frame part and the cover part to hold the seat shell on it.

[0032] The assembly step may further include a step of hooking the cover part into the frame part. Alternatively or subsequently, the assembly step may also include a step of pivoting the cover part onto the frame part.

[0033] The assembly step may include creating a positive-locking connection between the frame part and the cover part. This step may involve creating a snap-fit ​​connection and / or a screw connection.

[0034] Further aspects, configurations, or embodiments of the present invention can be obtained by combining any feature or combination of features from at least one aspect, configuration, and / or embodiment with any other feature or combination of features from at least another aspect, configuration, and / or embodiment. Further features and advantages can be deduced by the person skilled in the art from the following description of exemplary embodiments, which, however, are not to be interpreted as limiting with respect to the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0035] The present invention is described below in conjunction with the following drawing figures, where identical reference numerals denote identical elements, and: Fig. Figure 1 shows a rear child bicycle seat according to an embodiment of the present invention in a perspective view. Fig. Figure 2 shows a front child bicycle seat according to an embodiment of the present invention in a perspective view. Fig. Figure 3 shows a seat body of the rear child bicycle seat from Fig. 1 in an exploded view. Fig. Figure 4 shows the seat body of the rear child bicycle seat from Fig. 1 in a perspective view from behind. Fig. Figure 5 shows the seat body of the rear child bicycle seat from Fig. 1 with a child bicycle seat mount according to an embodiment of the invention in a perspective view from behind. Fig. Figure 6 shows the seat body of the rear child bicycle seat from Fig. 1 in a perspective view from behind with a first fixing module for coupling the rear child bicycle seat to a bicycle. Fig. Figure 7 shows the seat body of the rear child bicycle seat from Fig. 1 in a perspective view from behind with a second fixing module for coupling the rear child bicycle seat to a bicycle. Fig. Figure 8 shows the seat body of the rear child bicycle seat from Fig. 1 in a vertical sectional view. Fig. Figure 9 shows a seat body of the front child bicycle seat from Fig. 2 in a vertical sectional view. Fig. Figure 10 schematically shows the seat body of the rear child bicycle seat from Fig. 1 and the front child bicycle seat from Fig. 2 in a horizontal sectional view. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] Fig. Figure 1 shows a rear child bicycle seat 2. The rear child bicycle seat 2 comprises a seat body 4 for receiving and supporting a child (not shown) when seated in the rear child bicycle seat 2. The seat body 4 includes a seat shell 6, which is made of a soft material that can provide a comfortable seat cushion for the child when seated in the rear child bicycle seat 2. The seat body 4 further includes a support structure 8 for supporting the seat shell 6. The seat shell 6 has an edge section 7 that can extend along an outer boundary of the seat body 4 or the support structure 8.

[0037] The edge section 7 can be positioned between two parts of a support structure 8 to hold the seat shell 6 to the support structure 8. Alternatively or additionally, the edge section 7 can be partially wrapped or folded around at least one part of the support structure 8 to hold the seat shell 6 to the support structure 8. Thus, the edge section 7 can be designed as an edge of the seat body 4 that surrounds a seat section 9 of the rear child bicycle seat 2.

[0038] The rear child bicycle seat 2 can further comprise two armrest sections 22, which can be an integral part of the seat shell 6. Each armrest section 22 can project outwards. The armrest sections 22 can be arranged such that the armrest sections 22 and the seat section 9 merge at least partially seamlessly or flush.

[0039] The rear child bicycle seat 2 can further comprise two separate leg rests 11 to support each of the child's legs when seated in the rear child bicycle seat 2. Each leg rest 11 can be attached to the support structure 8. The leg rests 11 can also be arranged and / or configured to additionally interposed or clamp the edge section 7 with at least a portion of the support structure 8. Furthermore, each leg rest 11 can have an adjustable footrest 18 to provide a footrest for the child's feet when seated in the rear child bicycle seat 2. The footrests 18 can be located below the seat shell 6 and are height-adjustable.

[0040] Fig. Figure 2 shows a front child bicycle seat 2'. The front child bicycle seat 2' also includes a seat body 4' for receiving and supporting a child (not shown) when the child is seated in the front child bicycle seat 2'. The front child bicycle seat 2' further includes a support structure 8' for supporting the seat shell 6'. The seat body 4' can include at least one of the components of the seat body 4 of the rear child bicycle seat 2 and can be configured at least partially like the seat body 4 of the rear child bicycle seat 2. An edge section 7' ​​of a seat shell 6' of the seat body 4' can be arranged as described with respect to the rear child bicycle seat 2. The front child bicycle seat 2' can additionally include a central frame section 26, which is arranged to be positioned between the child's legs when the child is seated in the front child bicycle seat 2'.

[0041] Fig. Figure 3 shows three components of the seat body 4 of the rear child bicycle seat 2 in an exploded view. The seat shell 6 can be a first component of the seat body 4. The seat shell 6 can be formed in one piece and can be made of an ethylene-vinyl acetate material. The seat shell 6, which includes the edge section 7, can include a plurality of holes 10, which can be arranged within the seat section 9.

[0042] The support structure 8 can comprise two further components of the seat body 4. The support structure 8 can comprise a frame part 12 for supporting the seat shell 6 and a cover part 14. The frame part 12 and the cover part 14 can be a second and third component of the seat body 4. The cover part 14 can be configured to at least partially cover the frame part 12.

[0043] The frame part 12 can comprise at least one reinforcing rib 45, preferably several reinforcing ribs 45, arranged along an outer edge or perimeter of the frame part 12 to reinforce the frame part 12 in an edge section thereof. The stiffness of the frame part 12 can be increased by further reinforcing ribs 45, including reinforcing ribs extending into the armrest projections described below. Some or all of the reinforcing rib(s) 45 can be arranged substantially perpendicular to the edge of the frame part 12, and / or some or all of the reinforcing ribs can be arranged such that their extension planes extend through a common center point.The frame part 12 may further include at least one recess 44 to reduce the weight of the child bicycle seat 2, 2', while the stiffness of the frame part 12 and the child bicycle seat is not substantially reduced.

[0044] The frame part 12 can include armrest projections 24 that extend outwards from an edge section of the frame part 12. The armrest projections 24 can extend into the armrest sections 22 of the seat shell 6. Thus, the armrest projections 24 can at least partially fill the armrest sections 22 of the seat shell 6, with the armrest sections 22 being able to accommodate the armrest projections 24. The armrest projections 24 can also include at least one reinforcing rib for stiffening the armrest projections 24, which might be subjected to loads during a bicycle ride when the child pulls or pushes the armrest sections 22 of the seat shell 6.

[0045] The cover part 14 of the support structure 8 can further include a child bicycle seat mount 3. The child bicycle seat mount 3 can be arranged on a base section of the cover part 14, the support structure 8, or the seat body 4 of the rear child bicycle seat 2. The child bicycle seat mount 3 can include a coupling section 5 configured to be compatible with at least two different fixing modules for coupling the child bicycle seat mount 3 to a bicycle (not shown). The child bicycle seat mount 3 and the different fixing modules are configured with respect to the Fig. 5 to 7 described.

[0046] The cover part 14 may further include a hook 15 for engaging the cover part 14 with the frame part 12 to assemble the seat body 4. The cover part 14 may also be configured to cover the outer surface of the frame part 12 that is not partially or completely covered by the seat shell 6. The edge section 7 of the seat shell 6 may be intermediately positioned or clamped between the frame part 12 and the cover part 14.

[0047] Fig. Figure 4 shows the seat shell 6 and the frame part 12 of the seat body 4 of the rear child bicycle seat 2. The edge section 7 of the seat shell 6 can be wrapped or folded around the entire outer edge of the frame part 12, as shown in Fig. Figure 4 shows. Alternatively, the edge section 7 of the seat shell 6 can be partially wrapped or folded around the outer edge of the frame part 12. The edge section 7 of the seat shell 6 can be wrapped or folded around an upper part of the outer edge of the frame part 12. Alternatively or additionally, the edge section 7 of the seat shell 6 can be wrapped or folded around a lower part of the outer edge of the frame part 12. Alternatively or additionally, the edge section 7 of the seat shell 6 can be wrapped or folded around at least one side part, for example, a right part and / or a left part of the outer edge of the frame part 12.

[0048] The frame part 12 can further comprise at least one mounting hole 32 for attaching the cover part 14 to the frame part 12. A mounting means, for example a screw, for attaching the cover part 14 to the frame part 12 can be inserted and be accessible via one of the holes 10 in the seat shell 6. Thus, the frame part 12 and the cover part 14 can be screwed together according to one embodiment. The frame part 12 can further comprise a hook recess 16 corresponding to the hook 15 arranged on the cover part 14 to hook it onto the frame part 12.

[0049] The frame part 12 can comprise a skeletal frame structure with at least one recess 44. The frame part 12 can include a Y-shaped skeletal section 13 for stiffening the frame structure of the frame part 12.

[0050] Fig. Figure 5 shows the seat shell 6 and the cover part 14 of the seat body 4 of the rear child bicycle seat 2. The cover part 14 can at least partially cover the frame part 12 from the rear of the frame part 12. The seat shell 6 can also cover the frame part 12 from the front of the frame part 12. Thus, the frame part 12 can be intermediately arranged between the seat shell 6 and the cover part 14. According to a preferred embodiment, the cover part 14 does not include a mounting hole for attaching the cover part 14 to the frame part 12 on an exposed rear side of the cover part 14 facing away from the frame part 12.

[0051] The edge section 7 of the seat shell 6, which may be wrapped or placed around the entire outer edge of the frame part 12 or may be partially wrapped or placed around the outer edge of the frame part 12, may be intermediately arranged or clamped between the frame part 12 and the cover part 14. The cover part 14 may also at least partially cover the wrapped or enveloping edge section 7 of the seat shell 6.

[0052] The coupling section 5 of the child bicycle seat mount 3 can include a receiving section 17 for receiving the at least two different fixing modules that are in the Fig. 6 and Fig. Figure 7 is shown. Recording section 17 can be used to record a [something] into the Fig. 6 and Fig. The coupling section 5 shown in Figure 7 is configured to accommodate one of the two different fixing modules. According to one embodiment, the receiving section 17 can include at least one female fixing element, for example, an internal thread, for receiving at least one male fixing element, for example, a screw, wherein the at least two different fixing modules can be fixed to the receiving section 17 by connecting the at least one female fixing element and the at least one male fixing element together. Additionally or alternatively, the receiving section 17 can include a guide groove or track for slidingly receiving one of the at least two different fixing modules.

[0053] Fig. Figure 6 shows the rear child bicycle seat 2 with a fixing module 40 for coupling the rear child bicycle seat 2 to a bicycle frame (not shown). The fixing module 40 can be a first fixing module 40. The fixing module 40 can include a frame clamping element 42 for clamping the rear child bicycle seat 2 to the bicycle frame. The fixing module 40 can further include at least one rod 41 that connects the frame clamping element 42 to a coupling element 43 for coupling the fixing module 40 to the cover part 14 of the rear child bicycle seat 2. The at least one rod 41 can be curved, with a curved section of the rod 41 engaging with the coupling element 43.The rod 41 can be engaged in an adjustable manner, thereby enabling different positions of the frame clamping element 42 relative to the coupling element 43, in particular different positions of the child bicycle seat 2 in the direction of travel of the bicycle.

[0054] Fig. Figure 7 shows the rear child bicycle seat 2 with a fixing module 50 for coupling the rear child bicycle seat 2 to a luggage carrier (not shown) of the bicycle. The fixing module 50 can be a second fixing module 50. The fixing module 50 can include a coupling element 53 for coupling the fixing module 50 to the cover part 14 of the rear child bicycle seat 2. The coupling elements 43, 53 of both fixing modules 40, 50 can have essentially the same configuration as described. The carrier clamping element 52 for clamping the rear child bicycle seat 2 to the luggage carrier can be arranged on the coupling element 53. The carrier clamping element 52 can include a clamping mechanism 54 for laterally clamping the further fixing module 50 to the luggage carrier. The fixing module 50 can also include at least one strap 51 for additionally securing the fixing module 50 when clamping it to the luggage carrier.

[0055] Fig. Figure 8 shows the seat body 4 of the rear child bicycle seat 2 in a vertical sectional view. The seat shell 6 can include an outer bulge 19 that is wrapped or placed around the frame part 12. The cover part 14 can cover the frame part 12 and can be hooked into the frame part 12 by the hook 15 engaging the hook recess 16 of the frame part 12.

[0056] The seat shell 6 can be spaced apart from the support structure 8 to provide a compensating space 20 between the seat shell 6 and the support structure 8. The compensating space 20 can be provided between a lower part of the seat section 9 of the seat shell 6 and a lower part of the frame section 12. The compensating space 20 allows for floating support of the child as it moves up and down during a bicycle ride.

[0057] Fig. Figure 9 shows the seat body 4' of the front child bicycle seat 2' in a vertical sectional view. The seat shell 6' can include an outer bulge 19' that is wrapped or placed around the frame part 12'. The cover part 14' can cover the frame part 12'. The cover part 14' can be screwed to the frame part 12' by means of a concealed screw 21, which is accessible through an opening in the seat shell 6'.

[0058] In comparison to the rear child bicycle seat 2, the seat shell 6' of the front child bicycle seat 2' may not be spaced from the support structure 8 to provide a compensating space 20 between the seat shell 6 and the support structure 8, so that a lower part of a seat section is supported on the support structure 8.

[0059] Fig. Figure 10 shows the seat body 4, 4' of the rear child bicycle seat 2 and the front child bicycle seat 2' in a horizontal sectional view.

[0060] The edge section 7, 7' of the seat shell 6, 6' of the in the Fig. The child bicycle seat 2, 2' shown in Figures 8 to 10 is intermediately arranged between the frame part 12, 12' and the cover part 14, 14' in an upper area, a lower area, and lateral areas of the seat shell 6, 6'. The edge section 7, 7' of the seat shell 6, 6' of the Fig. The child bicycle seat 2, 2' shown in 8 to 10 can additionally be clamped by the frame part 12, 12' and the cover part 14, 14', where an intermediate arrangement takes place.

[0061] The edge section 7, 7' of the seat shell 6, 6' of the child bicycle seat 2, 2' is intermediately arranged between the frame part 12, 12' and the cover part 14, 14'. The edge sections 7, 7' of the seat shells 6, 6' of the in the Fig. 8 and Fig. The 9 child bicycle seats 2, 2' shown can additionally be clamped by the frame part 12, 12' and the cover part 14, 14', where an intermediate arrangement takes place.

[0062] Possible assembly steps for assembling child bicycle seats as described above are described below.

[0063] First, the frame part 12 can be provided, and then the seat shell 6 can be arranged on the frame part 12 by wrapping or placing the edge section 7 of the seat shell around the frame part. Afterwards, the cover part 14 can be mounted on the frame part 12 such that the edge section 7 of the seat shell 6 is temporarily positioned between the frame part 12 and the cover part 14, so that the frame part 12 and the cover part 14 form the support structure 8 on which the seat shell 6 is held.

[0064] Alternatively, the frame part 12 can be provided, and then the seat shell 6 can be arranged on the frame part 12 by partially wrapping or laying the edge section 7 of the seat shell around the frame part. The cover part 14 can then be mounted on the frame part 12 such that the frame part 12 and / or the seat shell 6 are at least partially covered by the cover part 14. The cover part 14 can be mounted on the frame part 12 such that an edge section 7 of the seat shell 6 is intermediately arranged between the frame part 12 and the cover part 14, with the frame part 12 and the cover part 14 forming the support structure 8 on which the seat shell 6 is held.

[0065] The assembly steps can include hooking the cover part 14 into the frame part 12, preferably an upper section of the frame part, and pivoting the cover part 14 onto the frame part 12. After the cover part 14 is positioned on the frame part 12, a positive-locking connection is established between the frame part 12 and the cover part 14 by means of a snap-fit ​​connection and / or a screw connection, as for example in Fig. 9 shown, manufactured.

[0066] Further aspects, configurations or embodiments of the present invention can be obtained by combining any feature or combination of features of the rear child bicycle seat 2 with any other feature or combination of features of the front child bicycle seat 2'. REFERENCE MARK 2 rear child bicycle seats 2' front child bicycle seat 3 child bicycle seat mounts 4, 4' seat body 5 Coupling section 6, 6' seat shell 7, 7' Edge section 8, 8' support structure 9 Seating section 10 holes 11 Leg support 12, 12' frame part 13 Y-shaped skeletal section 14, 14' Cover part 15 hooks 16 hook recess 17 Recording section 18 Footrest 19, 19' outer curvature 20 compensation area 21 hidden screws 22 Armrest section 24 Armrest protrusion 26 Framework section 32 mounting holes 40 first fixing module 41 bars 42 frame clamping element 43, 53 Coupling element 44 recess 45 Reinforcing rib 50 second fixing module 51 belt 52 Carrier clamping element 54 Clamping mechanism

Claims

[1] Child bicycle seat (2), comprising a seat body (4) comprising a seat shell (6) for receiving a child therein and a support structure (8) for supporting the seat shell (6), the support structure (8) comprising two parts (12, 14), wherein an edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is intermediately arranged between the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8), preferably clamped, to hold the seat shell (6) on the support structure (8), characterized by , that the edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is partially wrapped around a part (12) of the two parts (12,14) of the support structure (8). [2] Child bicycle seat (2) according to claim 1, the two parts (12,14) of the support structure (8) comprising a frame part (12) for supporting the seat shell (6) and a cover part (14) for at least partially covering the frame part (12), wherein the edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is intermediately arranged between the frame part (12) and the cover part (14). [3] Child bicycle seat (2) according to claim 2, wherein the cover part (14) at least partially covers the frame part (12) on a rear side of the child bicycle seat (2) and the seat shell (6) at least partially covers the frame part (12) on a front side of the child bicycle seat (2). [4] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the frame part (12) at least partially comprises a skeletal configuration, the skeletal configuration preferably comprising a Y-shaped skeletal section (13). [5] Child bicycle seat (2) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the two parts (12,14) are firmly coupled to each other by means of a positive locking coupling, preferably a snap-lock coupling and / or a screw coupling, wherein preferably the frame part (12) comprises a mounting hole (32) and the cover part (14) comprises a receiving section (17) in which a fixing means, preferably a screw, is received which is inserted into the mounting hole (32), wherein the mounting hole (32) is preferably arranged such that the inserted fixing means is accessible via an opening which is provided in the seat shell (6). [6] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the seat shell (6) comprises a polymer material, preferably an ethylene vinyl acetate material and / or wherein at least one part of the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8) is made of a plastic material or a composite material, preferably a fiber-reinforced composite material. [7] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the seat shell (6) is held on the support structure (8) in a floating manner, wherein preferably a child seat area of ​​the seat shell (6) is spaced apart from the support structure (8) to provide a compensation space (20) between the child seat area and the support structure (8), wherein the compensation space (20) allows a floating movement of a child sitting on the child seat area. [8] Child bicycle seat (2) according to any of the preceding claims, the seat shell (6) comprising armrest sections (22), which are preferably formed in one piece in the seat shell (6) and are preferably curved, and the support structure (8) comprising armrest projections (24) which project into the armrest sections (22) and are at least partially incorporated therein. [9] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of the preceding claims, the support structure (8) comprising at least one reinforcing element, preferably at least one reinforcing rib (45), for reinforcing the support structure (8) at least in an edge section thereof. [10] Child bicycle seat mount (3) attached to a base section of the support structure (8) of the child bicycle seat (2) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the child bicycle seat (2) is preferably configured as a rear child bicycle seat (2), comprising the child bicycle seat mount (3) a coupling section (5) configured to be compatible with at least two different fixing modules (40, 50) for coupling the child bicycle seat mount (3) to a bicycle. [11] Child bicycle seat mount (3) according to claim 10, the at least two different fixing modules (40, 50) comprising a first fixing module (40) for coupling the child bicycle seat (2) to a bicycle frame of the bicycle and a second fixing module (50) for coupling the child bicycle seat (2) to a luggage carrier of the bicycle. [12] Child bicycle seat (2), comprising a seat body (4) comprising a seat shell (6) for receiving a child therein and a support structure (8) for supporting the seat shell (6), the support structure (8) comprising two parts (12, 14), wherein an edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is intermediately arranged between the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8), preferably clamped, to hold the seat shell (6) on the support structure (8), the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8) comprising a frame part (12) for supporting the seat shell (6) and a cover part (14) for at least partially covering the seat shell (6), wherein the edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is intermediately arranged between the frame part (12) and the cover part (14), characterized by , that the cover part (14) is configured to at least partially cover the frame part (12), and that the seat shell (6) and the cover part (14) cover the frame part (12) on opposite sides. [13] Child bicycle seat (2) according to claim 12, wherein the cover part (14) at least partially covers the frame part (12) on a rear side of the child bicycle seat (2) and the seat shell (6) at least partially covers the frame part (12) on a front side of the child bicycle seat (2). [14] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of claims 12 or 13, wherein the frame part (12) at least partially comprises a skeletal configuration, wherein the skeletal configuration preferably comprises a Y-shaped skeletal section (13). [15] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of claims 12 to 14, wherein the two parts (12, 14) are firmly coupled to each other by means of a positive-locking coupling, preferably a snap coupling and / or a screw coupling, wherein preferably the frame part (12) comprises a mounting hole (32) and the cover part (14) comprises a receiving section (17) in which a fixing means, preferably a screw, is received, which is inserted into the mounting hole (32), wherein the mounting hole (32) is preferably arranged such that the inserted fixing means is accessible via an opening which is provided in the seat shell (6). [16] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of claims 12 to 15, wherein the seat shell (6) comprises a polymer material, preferably an ethylene vinyl acetate material, and / or wherein at least one part of the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8) is made of a plastic material or a composite material, preferably a fiber-reinforced composite material. [17] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of claims 12 to 16, wherein the seat shell (6) is held floatingly on the support structure (8), wherein preferably a child seat area of ​​the seat shell (6) is spaced apart from the support structure (8) to provide a compensation space (20) between the child seat area and the support structure (8), wherein the compensation space (20) allows a floating movement of a child sitting on the child seat area. [18] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of claims 12 to 17, wherein the seat shell (6) comprises armrest sections (22) which are preferably formed in one piece in the seat shell (6) and are preferably curved, and wherein the support structure (8) comprises armrest projections (24) which project into the armrest sections (22) and are at least partially incorporated therein. [19] Child bicycle seat (2) according to any one of claims 12 to 18, wherein the support structure (8) comprises at least one reinforcing element, preferably at least one reinforcing rib (45), for reinforcing the support structure (8) at least in an edge section thereof. [20] Child bicycle seat (2), comprising a seat body (4) comprising a seat shell (6) for receiving a child therein and a support structure (8) for supporting the seat shell (6), the support structure (8) comprising two parts (12, 14), wherein an edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is at least partially arranged between the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8) to hold the seat shell (6) on the support structure (8), wherein the seat shell (6) is held on the support structure (8) in a floating manner. [21] Child bicycle seat (2), comprising a seat body (4) comprising a seat shell (6) for receiving a child therein and a support structure (8) for supporting the seat shell (6), the support structure (8) comprising two parts (12, 14), wherein an edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is at least partially intermediated between the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8) in order to hold the seat shell (6) on the support structure (8), wherein a child seat area of ​​the seat shell (6) is spaced away from the support structure (8) in order to provide a compensation space (20) between the child seat area and the support structure (8). [22] Child bicycle seat (2) according to claim 21, wherein the compensation space (20) is provided between a lower part of a seat section (9) of the seat shell (6) and a lower part of a frame part (12) of the support structure (8). [23] Child bicycle seat, including: a seat shell for holding a child, wherein the seat shell is made of a soft material that is not sufficiently rigid to support the child during a bicycle ride, and has an edge section that extends at least partially along an outer boundary of the seat shell; and a support structure for supporting the seat shell, wherein the support structure is made of a material that is sufficiently rigid to support the child and comprises two parts, wherein the edge section of the seat shell is at least partially positioned between the two parts in order to hold the seat shell to the support structure, wherein the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8) comprise a frame part (12) for supporting the seat shell (6) and a cover part (14) for at least partially covering the seat shell (6), and wherein the cover part (14) is configured to at least partially cover the frame part (12), and wherein the seat shell (6) and the cover part (14) cover the frame part (12) on opposite sides. [24] Child bicycle seat according to claim 23, wherein the seat shell (6) comprises a polymer material, preferably an ethylene-vinyl acetate material, in particular an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, and wherein at least a part of the support structure (8), in particular the frame part (12) and / or the cover part (14), is made of a plastic material or a composite material, preferably a fiber-reinforced composite material. [25] Child bicycle seat (2) comprising a seat body (4), comprising a seat shell (6) for receiving a child therein and a support structure (8) for supporting the seat shell (6), the support structure (8) comprising two parts (12, 14), wherein an edge section (7) of the seat shell (6), which extends at least partially along an outer boundary of the seat shell, is arranged at least partially between the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8) for holding the seat shell (6) on the support structure (8), wherein the support structure (8) comprises at least one reinforcing element, preferably at least one reinforcing rib (45), for reinforcing the support structure (8) at least in an edge section thereof. [26] Child bicycle seat (2) according to claim 25, the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8) comprising a frame part (12) for supporting the seat shell (6) and a cover part (14) for at least partially covering the frame part (12), wherein the edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is intermediately arranged between the frame part (12) and the cover part (14). [27] Child bicycle seat (2) according to claim 26, wherein the edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is intermediately arranged between the frame part (12) and the cover part (14). [28] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of claims 25 to 27, wherein the two parts (12, 14) are firmly coupled to each other by means of a positive-locking coupling, preferably a snap coupling and / or a screw coupling, wherein preferably the frame part (12) comprises a mounting hole (32) and the cover part (14) comprises a receiving section (17) in which a fixing means, preferably a screw, is received which is inserted into the mounting hole (32), wherein the mounting hole (32) is preferably arranged such that the inserted fixing means is accessible via an opening which is provided in the seat shell (6). [29] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of claims 25 to 28, wherein the seat shell (6) comprises a polymer material, preferably an ethylene vinyl acetate material, and / or wherein at least one part of the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8) is made of a plastic material or a composite material, preferably a fiber-reinforced composite material. [30] Child bicycle seat (2) according to one of claims 25 to 29, wherein the seat shell (6) is held on the support structure (8) in a floating manner, wherein preferably a child seat area of ​​the seat shell (6) is spaced apart from the support structure (8) to provide a compensation space (20) between the child seat area and the support structure (8), wherein the compensation space (20) allows a floating movement of a child sitting on the child seat area. [31] Child bicycle seat (2), comprising: a seat shell (6) for receiving a child, wherein the seat shell (6) is made of a soft material that is not sufficiently rigid to support the child during a bicycle ride, and has an edge section (7) that extends at least partially along an outer boundary of the seat shell (6); and a support structure (8) for supporting the seat shell (6), wherein the support structure (8) is made of a material that is sufficiently rigid to support the child and comprises two parts (12, 14), wherein the two parts (12, 14) of the support structure (8) comprise a frame part (12) for supporting the seat shell (6) and a cover part (14) for at least partially covering the seat shell (6), wherein the edge section (7) of the seat shell (6) is at least partially intermediated between the frame part (12) and the cover part (14) in order to hold the seat shell (6) on the support structure (8), wherein the cover part (14) is configured to at least partially cover the frame part (12) and the seat shell (6) and the cover part (14) cover the frame part (12) on opposite sides, and wherein a compensation space (20) is provided between a child seat area of ​​the seat shell (6) and the support structure (8) so that the seat shell (6) is held on the support structure (8) in a floating manner. [32] Child bicycle seat, with a seat body with a seat shell for holding a child and a support structure for supporting the seat shell, the seat shell is dimensioned to partially surround the child inside it, wherein the support structure and the seat shell are made of different materials, wherein the support structure comprises two parts, and wherein an edge section of the seat shell, which extends at least partially along an outer boundary of the seat shell, is at least partially intermediately arranged between the two parts of the support structure, wherein the support structure comprises a frame part and a cover part, the cover part partially covers the frame part and the seat shell. [33] Child bicycle seat according to claim 32, wherein the frame part is covered on two sides by the seat shell and the cover part. [34] Child bicycle seat according to claim 33, wherein the edge section of the seat shell is partially wrapped around a part of the two parts of the support structure, for example around the frame part. [35] Child bicycle seat according to one of claims 32 to 34, wherein a clamping force is exerted on the edge section by at least one part of the two parts of the support structure. [36] Child bicycle seat according to one of claims 32 to 35, wherein the seat shell is made of a softer material than the support structure. [37] Child bicycle seat according to claim 36, wherein the seat shell is made of a material that is not sufficiently rigid to support the child during a bicycle ride, and wherein the support structure is made of a material that is sufficiently rigid to support the child in the seat shell during a bicycle ride.

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