Bicycle Battery Holder with Key-Operated Locking Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bicycle battery holders lack a secure mechanism to easily lock and retain multiple bicycle battery units, leading to potential detachment during use.
Innovation Solution
A bicycle battery holder with an engagement unit and operating mechanism that includes a rotating part and biasing springs to securely lock and unlock the battery units, utilizing a key-operated mechanism to move the engagement unit between locking and unlocking positions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a simple holder structure is used, then the device complexity is reduced, but the reliability of securing battery units deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is divided into multiple independent securing portions (first, second, and third securing portions) that can individually engage with different battery units. Each securing portion acts as an independent module, allowing the system to secure multiple battery units reliably without requiring a complex monolithic structure.
Solution Approach 2:
A fourth securing portion is introduced as an intermediary element that connects the first and third securing portions. This intermediary component provides additional support and stability to the battery units, enhancing the overall securing reliability without significantly increasing the complexity of individual securing mechanisms.
2Reliability
If a secure locking mechanism is added, then the reliability of securing battery units is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple securing functions are merged into a single integrated holder body. The first, second, third, and fourth securing portions are combined into one unified structure that can simultaneously secure multiple battery units, reducing the overall device complexity while maintaining high reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder is designed with multi-functional securing portions that can engage with different types and configurations of battery units. Each securing portion serves multiple purposes: mechanical retention, positional alignment, and stability provision, thereby achieving high reliability without requiring separate specialized mechanisms for each function.
3Reliability
If multiple securing portions are used to hold battery units, then the reliability is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The securing portions are pre-configured in the holder body to automatically engage with battery units upon insertion. The mechanical features of the securing portions are designed to snap into place with the battery units, providing immediate and reliable mounting stability without requiring manual adjustment or complex operational steps.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder's securing portions are designed to self-engage with the battery units through simple insertion movements. The mechanical interlocking features automatically align and lock the battery units in place, eliminating the need for additional fastening operations or complex manipulation, thus maintaining ease of operation while ensuring reliable mounting.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a secure and easy method to lock and unlock multiple battery units, preventing accidental detachment and ensuring stable mounting, while allowing for easy installation and removal.
Implementation Method 1
a biasing part configured to push the engagement unit to the first position that engages with the bicycle battery units
Data Source
AI summary
A bicycle battery holder is basically provided with a holder main body, an engagement unit and an operating unit. The holder main body is configured to hold a plurality of bicycle battery units. The engagement unit is configured to lock the bicycle battery units by engaging the bicycle battery units while the bicycle battery units are disposed in the holder main body. The operating unit is configured to operate the engagement unit.