Set of helmet stand, and helmet

Abstract

The invention relates to an assembly comprising a helmet (2) for protecting the head of a user, and a helmet support (3) intended to be fixed on a bicycle or a scooter, the support (3) comprises a base (4) having on one side a shape complementary to an internal portion of the helmet (2) to be covered by the helmet (2) in the storage position, the base (4) being connected on an opposite side to a fixing body (5) to the bicycle or to the scooter, the support (3) comprises locking means (14) for the storage position of the helmet (2), which can be operated remotely by a smartphone.According to the invention, the base (4) comprises a rod (6) passing through and ending in a handle (6a) intended to pass through a corresponding opening (7) made in a bottom or top of the helmet (2) when the helmet (2) is in the storage position, the rod (6) and the base (4) are mounted to pivot relatively to each other around the axis of the rod (6) so as to pass from a release position in which the handle (6a) is free to pass through the opening (7), to a locking position locking the helmet (2) in the storage position, and the locking means (14) are capable of blocking the rotation of the rod (6) relative to the base (4) to lock the locking position. Figure for the abstract: Fig. 1.

Description

Title of invention: Helmet support assembly, and helmet Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to the technical field of bicycles or scooters, and more particularly concerns a helmet support assembly, and helmet, intended to be fixed on bicycles or scooters, or more generally on any type of vehicle for soft mobility requiring the wearing of a helmet for driving, for example a balance bike or other.

[0002] The invention finds an advantageous application in the field of so-called shared vehicles, without this being limiting. Prior art

[0003] Document CN111980500 is known from the prior art, which describes an assembly comprising a helmet for protecting a user's head, and a helmet support intended to be attached to a bicycle.

[0004] The support comprises in particular a base having, on one side, a shape complementary to an internal portion of the helmet to be covered by the helmet in the storage position, and the base being connected, on an opposite side, to a sort of basket forming a body for fixing to the bicycle.

[0005] Like the present invention, the assembly is intended to equip so-called “shared” bicycles, i.e. self-service rental bicycles, particularly in urban areas.

[0006] Thus, the assembly described in this document makes it possible to provide a helmet, also shared, for users of these bicycles.

[0007] In order to ensure that the helmet is kept in position, and to prevent any theft, this document describes that the support comprises means for locking the storage position of the helmet, which can be operated remotely by a smartphone.

[0008] More specifically, this document describes that the support comprises two laterally retractable rods to be inserted into complementary orifices provided for this purpose in a lower internal portion of the helmet.

[0009] The rods are retracted by a system of pinions and racks, driven by an electric motor, which motor is controlled from information transmitted by the user's smartphone.

[0010] However, this type of assembly is complex, bulky and expensive, and requires heavy structural modifications to be made to the helmet to make it compatible with the support.

[0011] Furthermore, the autonomy of this assembly can be further improved in order to be able to guarantee the greatest possible number of uses, before requiring a re- loading.

[0012] As regards the helmet, this generally comprises a rigid protective shell, internally coated with comfort foam. This type of helmet is not suitable in terms of hygiene for the field of shared helmets, nor does it have good recyclability. Statement of the invention

[0013] One of the aims of the invention is therefore to overcome the drawbacks of the prior art by proposing a helmet support assembly and helmet, which is of simple, reliable and economical design, while having a relatively small footprint.

[0014] Another objective of the invention is to propose a helmet support assembly which can be easily adapted to any type of vehicle for soft mobility, and in several possible configurations.

[0015] Another objective of the invention is to provide such an assembly which is energy autonomous and with low consumption to guarantee as many uses as possible before recharging.

[0016] Another object of the invention is to provide such an assembly which requires few structural modifications to the helmet in order to make the assembly more economical.

[0017] For this purpose, an assembly has been developed which conforms to that of the prior art in that it comprises a helmet for protecting the head of a user, and a helmet support intended to be fixed to a part of a bicycle or a scooter. The support comprises a base having, on one side, a shape complementary to an internal portion of the helmet to be covered by the helmet in the storage position, and the base being connected, on an opposite side, to a body for fixing to the bicycle or the scooter. The support also comprises means for locking the storage position of the helmet, which can be operated remotely by a smartphone.

[0018] According to the invention, the base comprises a rod which is through and terminated by a handle. The handle is intended to pass through a corresponding opening which is provided in a bottom or top of the helmet when the helmet is in the storage position. The rod and the base are mounted to pivot relatively to each other, and around the axis of the rod, so as to pass from a release position in which the handle is free to pass through the opening to a locking position locking the helmet in the storage position. Furthermore, the locking means are capable of blocking the rotation of the rod relative to the base to lock the locking position.

[0019] From the above, the design is simple, robust, and space-saving. The footprint of the support is no larger than that of the helmet, and is even accommodated inside the helmet when the helmet is fixed on the support. In this way, the invention makes it possible to propose a helmet support assembly which can be easily adapted to any type of soft mobility vehicle, and in several possible configurations. The invention is suitable for both shared vehicles and private vehicles.

[0020] The lock is manual and easy to use. To lock the helmet, simply insert it around the rod and pivot the rod relatively to the base, for example a quarter turn. Only the locking and unlocking of the locking position is electronic so that the whole thing consumes very little energy.

[0021] According to a particular embodiment, the assembly comprises identification means arranged on or near the support, for example directly on the bicycle or scooter, which correspond to a helmet support identified in a database. The identification means are readable by a camera of a smartphone connected to the database, and the locking means are capable of being actuated by a signal emitted by the smartphone after having identified the helmet support.

[0022] In this way, unlocking / locking is simple, and can be authenticated and timestamped in the database.

[0023] The locking means are of any suitable type, for example they are in the form of an electric strike adapted to receive and lock an element, for example a finger, integral in rotation with the rod or the base.

[0024] In order to be less energy-consuming, the assembly comprises an electronic card equipped with wireless communication means, for example of the Bluetooth® type, or by radio frequency, preferably on a long-range extended network, or on the 433 MHz frequency band, or even uses LoRa frequency modulation. It is thus possible to obtain inexpensive, low-energy, and compact wireless communication. The electronic card is then able to receive an unlocking / locking signal transmitted by the smartphone, and the electronic card is configured to actuate the locking means according to the signal received. The communication means, when they are of the Bluetooth® type, are preferably used in “low energy” mode (in English Bluetooth Low Energy), which uses a mode called “advertising” in English, which sends at low frequency every half second so as not to consume too much energy.

[0025] Preferably, the base and the rod are mounted to slide relatively to each other, and against an elastic member tending to bring the rod back inside the base.

[0026] Thus, the helmet is held firmly against the base in the storage position, which prevents the helmet from vibrating when the bicycle or scooter is in operation. culture.

[0027] Preferably, the base comprises a rib guiding the sliding of the rod and intended to penetrate into the opening of the helmet in the storage position, in order to prevent rotation of the helmet around the rod.

[0028] Advantageously, the support comprises means for detecting a locked or unlocked state of the locking means, connected to the electronic card which is configured to send a status signal to a smartphone.

[0029] In the same way, the support comprises means for detecting the storage position of the helmet, connected to the electronic card which is configured to send a presence signal to a smartphone.

[0030] In this configuration, the detection means are for example a Hall effect sensor positioned on the stem and intended to cooperate with a complementary element positioned on the base when the helmet is in the storage position.

[0031] The fixing body is suitable for attaching to any type of bicycle or scooter. It can be made to measure or be an integral part of a range of bicycles or scooters. Preferably, the fixing body is in two parts that can be locked to each other, and on either side of a fixed part of the bicycle or scooter, such as a portion of a frame or handlebars for example. The fixing is simple, the part of the bicycle or scooter is clamped between the two parts of the fixing body, like a vice. Brief description of the drawings

[0032] [Fig-1] is a perspective view of a helmet holder assembly, and helmet according to the present invention, attached to the frame of a scooter.

[0033] [Fig.2] illustrates the support comprising a fixing body in two parts fixed of on either side of the scooter frame.

[0034] [Fig.3] is a perspective view of the support alone.

[0035] [Fig.4] is a longitudinal sectional view of a first embodiment of the base.

[0036] [Fig.5] is a view similar to that of [Fig.4], the rod being slid and pulled towards the high.

[0037] [Fig.6] is a view similar to that of [Fig.5], seen in perspective, the rod being in a release position in which the handle is free to pass through the opening in the helmet.

[0038] [Fig.7] is a view similar to that of [Fig.6], the handle being rotated a quarter turn into a helmet locking position.

[0039] [Fig.8] illustrates the helmet in perspective view from above.

[0040] [Fig.9] illustrates the helmet in perspective view from below. Detailed description of the invention

[0041] With reference to [Fig.l], the invention relates to an assembly (1) comprising, on the one hand, a helmet (2) for protecting the head of a user riding a bicycle or scooter and, on the other hand, a helmet support (3) intended to be fixed to the bicycle or scooter.

[0042] The invention aims in particular to provide a helmet (2) whose support (3) is intended to equip bicycles or scooters or any other vehicle for soft mobility, such as a balance bike for example. The application can concern both shared vehicles and private vehicles. The helmet which will be described was developed to facilitate shared use, but is not limited to this use.

[0043] By "shared" we mean the well-known fact that these soft mobility vehicles are for collective use, for example in a company fleet, or for public use in self-service, free of charge or for rental. This type of vehicle is more particularly encountered either as a means of intra-company transport or in an urban environment.

[0044] The invention aims to provide such an assembly (1) which is of simple, reliable, space-saving and economical design, while having autonomous operation and low consumption to guarantee the greatest number of uses with the available electrical charge. The interest of the invention also lies in the fact that the fixing of the support on the vehicle is simple, rapid, and adaptable to any type of vehicle. The proposed solution is called "turnkey".

[0045] In a known manner, and with reference to figures 2 to 7, the support (3) comprises a base (4) having, on one side, a shape complementary to an internal portion of the helmet (2) so as to be able, in the storage position of the helmet (2), to position it on the support (3) by covering it with the helmet (2).

[0046] On a side opposite the helmet receiving shape (2), the base (4) is connected to a fixing body (5) to a part of the bicycle or scooter, generally the frame, the handlebars, the saddle, the luggage rack, or any other fixed part of the bicycle or scooter, for example on a fork tube.

[0047] The fixing body (5) can be of any suitable type, the essential thing is that it ensures a reliable and robust fixing to the bicycle or scooter, preferably avoiding the possibilities of vandalism or theft.

[0048] The fixing body (5) can be made to measure for a particular range of bicycle or scooter, or can be directly an integral part of said bicycle or scooter.

[0049] According to a particular embodiment, in particular that illustrated in figs 1 and 2, the fixing body (5) is in two parts (5a, 5b), lockable to each other, and on either side of a fixed part of the bike or scooter, in order to grip it and ensure locking.

[0050] For example, the two parts (5a, 5b) of the fixing body (5) form two half-shells, leaving between them a cylindrical space to receive a part of a frame or a handlebar and to fix around it. One of the parts (5a) can be an integral part of the base (2). The locking of the two parts (5a, 5b) to each other is carried out by any suitable means, for example by screwing, possibly with screws having a head with an imprint intended to cooperate with a specific tool, not available on the market, to reduce the risks of untimely disassembly.

[0051] This embodiment has the advantage of being able to ensure the mounting of the support (3) on an existing fleet of bicycles or scooters, without involving any structural modification of the bicycles or scooters.

[0052] Of course, other types of fixing bodies (5) can be imagined, without departing from the scope of the invention.

[0053] With reference to figures 2 to 7, and in order to ensure that the helmet (2) is held in position on its support (3), the base (4) comprises a rod (6) passing through the base (4) of generally hemispherical shape, in particular at the pole or an upper part of the base (4), and is terminated by a handle (6a) in the form of a handle or a loop intended to pass through a corresponding opening (7), see figures 1 and 8, formed in a bottom of the helmet (2) when the helmet (2) is in the storage position.

[0054] In this way, the installation of the helmet (2) on the base (4) of the support (3) is simple and quick, it is sufficient to become a sort of skewer of the helmet (2) on the base (4), with the rod (6) passing through the corresponding opening (7) made at the top of the helmet (2).

[0055] The advantage of the invention is that this structure is of simple and reliable design, and requires little, if any, structural modification to the helmet (2). In practice, the opening (7) provided at the top of the helmet (2) can act as a ventilation opening usually present on the helmet (2).

[0056] In order to lock the helmet (2) in position, the rod (6) and the base (4) are pivotally mounted, for example by a quarter turn, relative to each other around the axis of the rod (6). Thus, the pivoting of the rod (6) or the base (4) makes it possible to move from a release position, see [Fig.6], in which the handle (6a) is free to pass through the opening (7) to be able to insert or remove the helmet (2), to a locking position, see [Fig.7], in which the handle (6a) prevents the removal or insertion of the helmet (2).

[0057] According to the embodiment illustrated in figures 4 to 7, the base (4) is fixed, and it is the rod (6) which is pivotally mounted to move from the release position to the position locking. Handling for the user is simplified. The reverse, i.e. the fixed rod (6) and the pivoting base (4) can be considered without departing from the scope of the invention.

[0058] Preferably, the rod (6) is subject to a system, not shown, for indexing the release and locking positions, for example by means of a ball screw connected to the rod (6) or to a part of the base (4), intended to engage with complementary hollow shapes on the base (4) or the rod (6).

[0059] Of course, the dimensions of the handle (6a) and the opening (7) provided in the helmet (2) are adapted to allow locking by rotation. For example, the opening (7) in the helmet (2) is oblong, and the handle (6a) has a general “T” shape to ensure locking by rotation, for example a quarter turn. Other shapes can be envisaged by those skilled in the art, without departing from the scope of the invention.

[0060] In order to firmly hold the helmet (2) in the storage position, and to prevent it from vibrating when the bicycle or scooter is traveling with the helmet (2) on its support (3), the base (4) and the rod (6) are mounted to slide relatively to each other, and against an elastic member (8), in particular a compression spring, tending to bring the rod (6) back inside the base (4).

[0061] In this way, the handle (6a) of the rod (6) exerts, in the locking position, pressure on the helmet (2) in counter-pressure with the base (4) so ​​that the vibrations are reduced, or even eliminated.

[0062] According to a preferred embodiment, illustrated in Figures 4 to 7, it is the rod (6) which is sliding and the base (4) which is fixed. The other possibility, namely the rod (6) fixed and the base (4) mounted sliding around the rod (6) can be entirely envisaged without departing from the scope of the invention.

[0063] With reference to Figures 2 and 3, and in order to prevent any rotational movement of the helmet (2) when it is in the storage position, the base (4) comprises for example a rib (4a) guiding the sliding of the rod (6) and intended to penetrate into the opening (7) of the helmet (2). This rib (4a) has for example a truncated longitudinal section decreasing as it moves away from the base (4), and the opening (7) in the helmet (2) may have a complementary section so as to further reduce the risks of vibration.

[0064] Thus, in practice, after having positioned the helmet (2) on its base (4), with the handle (6a) passing through the opening (7) made in the helmet (2), the user grasps the handle (6a) and performs a pull to completely remove the handle (6a) from the opening (7), and a rotation, for example a quarter turn, to move into the locking position. Conversely, to remove the helmet (2), the user performs a pull on the handle (6a), and a reverse quarter turn movement. The operation is simple, reliable and fast.

[0065] With reference to figures 4 and 5, the handle (6a) is possibly foldable, for example by being articulated around an axis (6b) orthogonal to the rod (6) in order to reduce the size. It can also be envisaged that the helmet (2) has a footprint complementary to that of the handle (6a), in which the handle (6a) is housed in the folded position.

[0066] With reference to Figures 4 to 7, and to perform the functions which have just been described, the base (4) has a hemispherical shape and is substantially hollow. The base (4) is fixed to a plate (9) for example by means of peripheral fixing studs (10).

[0067] The rod (6) is mounted to slide by passing through an opening (4c) provided at the top of the base (4), being guided by joints or sliding rings (11).

[0068] In the lower part, the rod (6) is inserted and guided in a barrel (12), connected to the plate (9). The elastic member (8) tending to bring the rod (6) back inside the base (4) is positioned between a lower stop of the rod (6) and an upper stop of the barrel (12).

[0069] The barrel (12) and the rod (6) are rotationally fixed, for example by means of a key, so that a rotation of the rod (6) around its axis also causes the barrel (12) to rotate. For this purpose, the barrel (12) is mounted to rotate freely around its axis inside a guide ring (13) fixed to the plate (9).

[0070] The fact that the barrel (12) is integral in rotation with the rod (6) makes it possible to easily integrate, in a reliable and robust manner, locking means (14) for the storage position of the helmet (2), in particular by blocking the rotation of the rod (6) relative to the base (4), see figures 6 and 7.

[0071] According to a particular embodiment, the locking means (14) are for example in the form of an electric strike (14a), or a bistable solenoid, adapted to receive and lock an element (15), such as a finger integral in rotation with the rod (6) or the base (4). The operation of the electric strike (14a) consumes little energy.

[0072] The electric strike (14a) is for example positioned on a fixed part of the support (3), for example fixed to the plate (9) or on a part of the fixing body (5), and the element (15) is for example positioned on an arm (16) projecting laterally from the barrel (12). The electric strike (14a) is positioned so that when the rod (6) rotates, and therefore when the barrel (12) rotates, the element (15) is inserted and locked inside the electric strike (14a). The locking is therefore simple and effective.

[0073] According to another characteristic of the invention, the locking / unlocking of the blocking position is carried out remotely by a smartphone, in particular connected to an application, i.e. software executed by the smartphone, as is already known in the field considered of bicycles or scooters. shared.

[0074] For this purpose, the support (3) comprises for example an electronic card, not shown, equipped with wireless communication means, for example of the Bluetooth® type, or by radio frequency using LoRa frequency modulation, so as to be able to receive signals emitted by the smartphone running the software. And the electric latch (14a) is capable of being actuated by the electronic card according to an unlocking / locking signal emitted by the smartphone running the software.

[0075] Preferably, the support (3) according to the invention comprises identification means, not shown, arranged on or near the helmet support (3), for example directly on the bicycle or scooter. These identification means are of all well-known types, and are for example 2D codes, such as DA-TAMATRIX codes. These identification means are robust and inexpensive, and implementation is easy.

[0076] The identification means arranged on the support (3), the bicycle or the scooter, correspond to a helmet support (3) identified in a database and are readable by a camera of a smartphone connected to the database and running the software.

[0077] In practice, the user scans the means of identification with his smartphone which is connected: - to a specific application, i.e. software executed by the smartphone and programmed to manage the provision of the headset (2); or, preferably directly to the application, i.e. the software, programmed to manage the provision of the bicycle or scooter which then integrates a specific API type module (from the English "application programming interface" or in French "application programming interface") which is a software interface which makes it possible to "connect" software or a service to another software or service in order to exchange data and functionalities, in particular those of helmet management (2).

[0078] After reading the identification means, and matching has been performed against the database, thereby confirming the "identity" of the relevant headset holder (3), the software executed by the smartphone is programmed and configured to propose unlocking the headset locking position (2).

[0079] If the user confirms the unlocking via his smartphone, this sends a signal, for example Bluetooth® or by radio frequency using LoRa frequency modulation, to the electronic card, which actuates the electric latch (14a) to unlock the rotation of the rod (6).

[0080] The electronic card is therefore configured to actuate the locking means (14) as a function of a signal received by a smartphone.

[0081] According to a particular embodiment, the support (3) may comprise a button, not shown, which activates the wireless communication means of the electronic card, so as not to emit a signal continuously. The user who wishes to unlock / lock the headset, presses this button and puts his smartphone into communication so that it detects the signal emitted by the support (3). The signal is emitted by the support (3) for a few seconds, or even minutes. This makes it possible to reduce the energy consumption of the support (3).

[0082] In order to facilitate the management of the provision of the headset (2), the support (3) also comprises means for detecting, not shown, a locked or unlocked state of the electric latch (14a), which means are connected to the electronic card which is also configured to send a signal, for example Bluetooth®, or other, of the locked or unlocked state, to the smartphone.

[0083] These detection means can be of any suitable type, and are for example in the form of a sensor mounted directly on the electric strike (14a).

[0084] Still for the same purpose, the support (3) comprises means for detecting, not shown, the storage position of the headset (2), connected to the electronic card which is also configured to send a presence signal to the smartphone.

[0085] For example, these detection means are in the form of a Hall effect sensor positioned on the rod (6) and intended to cooperate with a complementary element positioned on a part slidably secured to the base (4). For example, the Hall effect sensor is positioned on the rod (6) and the complementary element is positioned in the thickness of the barrel (12). The two elements cooperate together (1) when the rod (6) is slid relative to the base (4) leaving a space between the handle (6a) and the base (4) corresponding to the thickness of the helmet (2).

[0086] In this way, the detection is mechanical, simple and inexpensive. When the helmet (2) is in the storage position, the Hall effect sensor is activated and sends information to the electronic card which communicates it to the smartphone.

[0087] Then, the user pivots the handle (6a) a quarter turn to move into the locking position, which position is detected and the information is sent to the smartphone. In return, the phone can send a signal to lock the electric strike (14a) so that the user can terminate, on the software, the use of the headset (2). In practice, this can for example confirm by the software that a deposit will not be taken from the user's account, that the headset (2) has been returned, and that the locking position has been locked.

[0088] The invention has been designed to consume little energy and be autonomous, by having use of the least possible maintenance. The assembly (1) according to the invention is compact and lightweight so as not to hinder or unbalance the driver. The electronic card is powered by a battery positioned in the support (3), and accessible through a hatch for example. The lifespan, before replacement of the battery is preferably 1 to 2 years with 3 to 5 uses per day. It is possible to imagine powering the card by a specific battery, or by the battery of the bicycle or scooter if they are electric. The battery can be connected to be recharged separately or at the same time as that of the bicycle or scooter. It is also possible to imagine that this battery is connected to a solar panel fixed on the support (3) to recharge itself autonomously.

[0089] With reference to [Fig.8], the helmet (2) also has advantageous characteristics, in connection with the considered field of “shared” helmets.

[0090] Preferably, the helmet (2) is devoid of a shell as such, and resides in a shock-absorbing layer (2a), which is waterproof for relative protection against rain, and monobloc. The helmet (2) is therefore made of a layer (2a), for example of expanded polypropylene (EPP). The helmet (2) is recyclable and therefore has a satisfactory ecological balance.

[0091] The helmet (2) according to the invention is robust and hygienic. For this purpose, it is for example coated with a “smooth” coating such as a varnish, a paint, or a plastic film, in order to give the helmet (2) a certain resistance, while being hygienic and easy to clean.

[0092] Preferably, the surface of the one-piece EPP helmet (2) is self-cleaning and / or antibacterial, by the addition, in the composition of the EPP, of silver ions, ceramic microspheres, or any other antimicrobial agent. The internal surface of the helmet (2) is continuous, without any hollow or raised elements to limit fouling and facilitate cleaning.

[0093] Furthermore, according to characteristics taken in isolation, the helmet (2) comprises straps (2b), made of textile or elastomer material, which attach to the helmet (2), at the level of the wearer's ears.

[0094] For example, the ends of the straps (2b) have eyelets which attach around nipples provided for this purpose on the helmet (2), for example inside the helmet (2) so as to leave as much continuous surface as possible without interference.

[0095] With reference to [Fig.3], the base (4) advantageously has lateral slots or compartments forming housings (17) for receiving said straps (2b) to prevent them from floating and hindering the driver when the helmet (2) is not in use and is in the storage position while the bicycle or scooter is in circulation.

[0096] According to other advantageous characteristics, independent of the one-piece character of the helmet (2), the helmet (2) internally comprises a tightening ring (2d), although known from the state of the art, provided with a tightening wheel or an elastic band to adapt to the morphology of the wearer.

[0097] Preferably, the clamping ring (2d) is extended by a visor (2c) to form a single-piece assembly. The clamping ring (2d) is optionally also extended by the straps (2b) to form a single-piece assembly comprising the visor (2c), the clamping ring, and the straps (2b). It may also be envisaged not to have a visor (2c) and for the single-piece assembly to be constituted by the clamping ring (2d) and the straps (2b).

[0098] In these different single-block configurations, the material used is advantageously an elastomeric material and preferably recyclable.

[0099] Preferably, the visor (2c) can be covered with a textile, like clothing caps.

[0100] With reference to [Fig.9], and in order not to hinder the continuity of the internal surface of the helmet (2), the clamping ring (2d) is fixed on the edge of the helmet (2). For example, it is housed in a groove (2e) formed along the edge.

[0101] The fixing of the clamping ring (2d) can be carried out by any suitable means, such as by gluing.

[0102] The straps (2b) are fixed by any means to the tightening ring (2d) or to the helmet (2) directly. For example, the straps (2b) are fixed by a pin (2f) passing through the end of the straps (2b) and the thickness of the tightening ring (2d). It can also be envisaged that the pin (2f) also passes through the thickness of the helmet (2) to fix the assembly.

[0103] The straps can also be attached to loops projecting from the tightening ring. The loops can also project directly from the helmet (2), or be in the form of inserts integrated into the helmet (2), at an internal or external portion.

Claims

Claims

1. Assembly (1) comprising a helmet (2) for protecting the head of a user, and a helmet support (3) intended to be fixed on a bicycle or a scooter, the support (3) comprises a base (4) having on one side a shape complementary to an internal portion of the helmet (2) to be covered by the helmet (2) in the storage position, the base (4) being connected on an opposite side to a fixing body (5) to the bicycle or to the scooter, the support (3) comprises locking means (14) for the storage position of the helmet (2), actuable remotely by a smartphone, characterized the base (4) comprises a rod (6) passing through and ending in a handle (6a) intended to pass through a corresponding opening (7) formed in a bottom or top of the helmet (2) when the helmet (2) is in the storage position,the rod (6) and the base (4) are mounted to pivot relatively to each other around the axis of the rod (6) so as to pass from a release position in which the handle (6a) is free to pass through the opening (7), to a locking position locking the helmet (2) in the storage position, and in that the locking means (14) are capable of blocking the rotation of the rod (6) relative to the base (4) to lock the locking position.,

2. Assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that it comprises identification means arranged on or near the helmet support (3), and corresponding to a helmet support (3) identified in a database, the identification means being readable by a camera of a smartphone connected to the database, the locking means (14) being able to be actuated by a signal emitted by the smartphone after having identified the helmet support (3).

3. Assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the locking means (14) are in the form of an electric strike (14a) adapted to receive an element (15) integral in rotation with the rod (6) or the base (4).

4. Assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that support (3) comprises an electronic card equipped with wireless communication means so as to be able to receive an unlocking / locking signal emitted by the smartphone, the electronic card is configured to actuate the locking means (14) according to of the received signal.

5. Assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the base (4) and the rod (6) are mounted to slide relatively to each other, and against an elastic member (8) tending to bring the rod (6) back inside the base (4).

6. Assembly (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that the base (4) comprises a rib (4a) guiding the sliding of the rod (6) and intended to penetrate into the opening (7) of the helmet (2) in the storage position, in order to prevent rotation of the helmet (2) around the rod.

7. W Assembly (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that the support (3) comprises means for detecting a locked or unlocked state of the locking means (14), connected to the electronic card which is configured to send a status signal to a smartphone.

8. Assembly (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that the support (3) comprises means for detecting the storage position of the helmet (2), connected to the electronic card which is configured to send a presence signal to a smartphone.

9. Assembly (1) according to claim 8, characterized in that the detection means are a Hall effect sensor positioned on the rod (6) and intended to cooperate with a complementary element positioned on the base (4) when the helmet (2) is in the storage position.

10. Assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the fixing body (5) is in two parts (5a, 5b) lockable to each other and on either side of a fixed part of the bicycle or scooter.

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