Bicycle Brake Caliper Adapter for Integrated ABS Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing ABS systems for bicycles are not universally applicable, require complex assembly, and lack efficient positioning for hydraulic connections with the disc brake caliper, necessitating fork-specific adaptations and cumbersome installation.
Innovation Solution
A single adapter support device that removably connects to the bicycle fork arm, disc brake caliper, and ABS system, utilizing existing fork arm connections to simplify assembly and position the ABS system adjacent to the caliper for easy hydraulic connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the ABS system is mounted directly on the front fork arm using a clamp, then the ABS system can be positioned close to the disc brake caliper, but the mounting system requires adaptation to each specific fork configuration and cannot be universally applied
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a mounting bracket that can be adapted to different fork configurations through adjustable mounting mechanisms. The bracket serves multiple functions: it mounts the ABS system close to the caliper while accommodating various fork shapes and sizes, eliminating the need for fork-specific adaptations.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system is segmented into separate components: a universal bracket body and interchangeable mounting accessories specific to different fork types. This allows the core bracket to remain standardized while only the interface components need to vary across different bicycle models.
2Reliability
If the ABS system is mounted using a custom clamp on the front fork arm, then the ABS system can be securely fixed, but the assembling operation becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the mounting bracket with the ABS system housing into an integrated assembly. This combination eliminates separate mounting operations and reduces the number of components that need to be assembled, thereby simplifying the installation process while maintaining secure fixation.
Solution Approach 2:
The ABS system is pre-mounted on the bracket in the factory, with all fixation elements pre-installed. This preliminary assembly reduces on-site installation complexity, as the unit arrives as a ready-to-mount assembly requiring only attachment to the fork.
3Reliability
If the ABS system is mounted using a custom clamp on the front fork arm, then the ABS system can be securely fixed, but the assembling operation requires specialized tools and procedures
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket is designed with self-aligning features and tool-free fastening mechanisms that allow installers to secure the ABS system without specialized tools or complex procedures. The design enables the installer to perform the mounting using basic hand tools already available in typical bicycle service environments.
4Ease of operation
If the ABS system is mounted on the front fork arm, then the ABS system can be positioned close to the disc brake caliper, but the communication duct arrangement becomes complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket serves as an intermediary structure that provides integrated routing channels for the communication duct between the ABS system and the caliper. By incorporating duct routing into the bracket design, the hydraulic or electrical connections can be cleanly arranged alongside the mechanical mounting functions.
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AI summary
A disc brake caliper (7) and the body of an ABS system (A) are mounted on a fork arm (5L) of a bicycle (1) by means of a single adapter support (S) that can be removably connected to the fork arm (5L), and configured to removably support both the caliper body (7) of the disc brake and the ABS system (A).