Bicycle Fitting Integrating Display and Lighting Between Stem Arms
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bicycle kits face space constraints when trying to combine multiple functions like display, control, and lighting on a handlebar, as individual components are not coordinated and require sufficient space, leading to a bulky setup that limits further attachments.
Innovation Solution
A bicycle kit design where the first leg section with a display and/or operating element is positioned between the handlebar stem arms, and the second leg section with a lighting device is aligned to illuminate the path, both connected to the handlebar via a fastening section, allowing for a space-saving, multifunctional setup.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple individual controls are mounted on the handlebars to provide multiple functions, then the functionality is improved, but the space available for additional controls is reduced and the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple control functions (display, lighting, control elements) into a single integrated bicycle control unit. The mounting section supports both a first leg section with display/control elements and a second leg section with lighting devices, consolidating what would traditionally require separate controls into one unified structure attached to the handlebar.
Solution Approach 2:
The bicycle control unit is designed as a universal mounting structure that can accommodate multiple different functions simultaneously. The mounting section provides a platform that supports various leg sections with different functionalities (display, lighting, controls), allowing a single device to perform multiple roles that would otherwise require separate controls.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple individual controls are mounted on the handlebars to provide multiple functions, then the functionality is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple control functions (display, lighting, control elements) into a single integrated bicycle control unit. The mounting section supports both a first leg section with display/control elements and a second leg section with lighting devices, consolidating what would traditionally require separate controls into one unified structure attached to the handlebar.
3Adaptability or versatility
If bicycle controls and handlebar stem are both connected to the handlebars, then both can be attached, but sufficient space for attachment is required which limits compatibility
Solution Approach 1:
The bicycle control unit is designed to nest within the space between the handlebar stem arms. The mounting section is configured so that the control unit fits into the available gap, with the first leg section positioned between the stem arms and the second leg section extending outward, effectively utilizing the nested space rather than requiring additional external mounting area.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes the three-dimensional space between the handlebar stem arms by positioning the first leg section vertically between the arms while extending the second leg section horizontally outward. This spatial arrangement allows both the control unit and handlebar stem to coexist on the handlebar without interfering with each other's attachment requirements.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a bicycle kit (8) comprising a bicycle fitting (1) and a handlebar stem (9) with two spaced-apart handlebar stem arms (9a), wherein each handlebar stem arm (9a) has a free end (9b) with a handlebar clamp (9c) and a handlebar (3) can be attached to the handlebar clamps (9c), wherein the bicycle fitting (1) has a mounting section (2) for attaching the bicycle fitting (1) to a handlebar (3) and a first leg section (4) with two ends (4a, 4b), wherein one end (4b) of the first leg section (4) is connected to the mounting section (2) and the first leg section (4) has a display and/or control element (5).In order to provide a handy, multifunctional and space-saving bicycle kit (8) with a bicycle fitting (1) that can be attached to a handlebar (3), according to the invention a first end (6a) of a second leg section (6) of the bicycle fitting (1) is connected to the mounting section (2) and the second leg section (6) has a lighting device (7), wherein the handlebar clamps (9c) and the mounting section (2) of the bicycle fitting (1) can be attached to a handlebar (3) such that the first leg section (4) is at least partially arranged between the handlebar stem arms (9a).