Bicycle Lock Mounting Bracket with Spline Release Mechanism

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing lock holders for bicycles and other transportation devices fail to securely carry locks without rattling, position them inconspicuously, and facilitate easy release when needed.

Innovation Solution

A portable lock mounting assembly with a bracket member, spline member, and attachment assembly that securely retains and releases locks, allowing adjustment and secure attachment to various locations on a transportation device using a combination of posts, bores, and a release lever for easy lock deployment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If a lock holder is designed to securely carry the lock, then the lock is retained without rattling, but the structure becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesecure retention without rattlingVSAvoidstructure complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The lock holder is divided into separate functional components: a bracket member for attachment to the bicycle, a spline member for engaging the lock, and a release lever for operation. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently while working together to provide secure retention without excessive overall complexity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The spline member acts as an intermediary between the bracket member and the lock. It features a splined engagement interface that securely retains the lock while allowing controlled movement, thereby preventing rattling without requiring a complex direct attachment structure.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Ease of operation

If the lock holder positions the lock inconspicuously on the bicycle frame, then it does not hinder movement, but the attachment becomes more difficult

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveconvenient releaseVSAvoidattachment mechanism

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The release lever is designed to be movable between engaged and disengaged positions, allowing the lock to be easily released when needed. This dynamic mechanism provides convenient operation while maintaining secure attachment during normal use, balancing ease of operation with attachment security.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

3Adaptability or versatility

If the lock holder uses a fixed attachment structure, then it is simple to manufacture, but it cannot be adjusted to various locations on the transportation device

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadjustment to various locationsVSAvoidmanufacturing simplicity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The bracket member is designed with a universal attachment interface that can be mounted at various locations on the bicycle frame. The spline member's engagement mechanism can accommodate different lock types and positions, providing adaptability to various locations while maintaining relatively simple manufacturing through standardized components.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS10711491B2Portable lock mounting assemblies

Publication Date: 2020.07.14 SCHLAGE LOCK CO LLC

AI summary

Portable lock mounting assemblies including straps or connectors for securing each assembly to a bicycle or the like. Each mounting assembly having a structure defining a retaining assembly to securely retain a lock and easily release the lock from the mounting assembly.