Bicycle Lock Mount Platform with Triangular Rail Structure
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for securing U-shaped locks on bicycles are inefficient, as they are prone to movement and rattling, take up valuable space, and compromise rider safety, with traditional solutions being fragile and difficult to use.
Innovation Solution
A transport platform with a rectangular base and extending rail, secured by snap fasteners and zip ties, creates a triangular shape that holds objects in place, preventing movement and rattling, while allowing for additional attachments and drainage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional plastic brackets are used to carry U-shaped locks, then the lock can be transported, but the bracket breaks from vibration and takes up valuable space on the frame
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment system is divided into separate functional components: a durable mounting bracket attached to the frame, and a removable platform that holds the lock. This segmentation allows the lock to be easily attached and removed while the bracket remains securely mounted and reusable, solving both the ease of operation and reliability issues.
Solution Approach 2:
The platform extends beyond the plane of the bracket in multiple dimensions, creating a three-dimensional structure that provides both secure mounting and easy access. The platform can be positioned at different angles and heights, allowing the rider to easily grab and remove the lock without compromising the stability of the mounting system.
2Ease of operation
If bungee cord is used to secure the lock to a rack, then the lock can be attached, but the lock bounces on the metal rack creating rattling noise
Solution Approach 1:
A platform acts as an intermediary between the lock and the metal rack, providing a cushioning layer that absorbs vibrations and prevents direct metal-to-metal contact. This intermediary structure eliminates the rattling noise while still securing the lock firmly in place.
3Ease of operation
If the lock is looped over the front handlebars, then the lock is carried, but the large metal object moves inches from the rider's face and body creating safety hazards
Solution Approach 1:
The lock is extracted from the dangerous position near the rider's face and body and relocated to a secure mounting position on the rear rack. The platform design allows the lock to be easily removed when needed while ensuring it is stored in a safe location during transport, eliminating the safety hazard.
4Ease of operation
If traditional brackets are used, then the lock can be transported, but they require the rider to fit the lock to the bracket each time
Solution Approach 1:
The platform is pre-configured with attachment features and positioning elements that automatically align with the bracket mounting system. This preliminary preparation allows the lock to be quickly attached and removed without requiring the rider to manually fit or adjust components each time, significantly reducing the time required.
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AI summary
The present disclosure is directed to an attachment apparatus and/or system for securely attaching objects to a bicycle frame that comprises a transport platform that is attachable to the top of a bicycle rack.