Configurable Bicycle Carrier Assembly for Secure Versatile Payload Mounting

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing bicycle carriers for larger and/or elongated items are either unsecured, leading to instability and interference with bicycle operation, or are specialized and lack adjustability for various articles.

Innovation Solution

A bicycle-mountable carrier assembly with adjustable mounting structures and secure, tool-free attachment mechanisms for multiple orientations, allowing versatile mounting of various payloads without interfering with bicycle operation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If general-purpose bicycle baskets and carriers are used, then small items can be transported, but larger and elongated items cannot be carried

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveability to carry various articlesVSAvoidcarrier design complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The carrier assembly incorporates multiple payload supports with adjustable mounting structures that can accommodate various article types and sizes. The mounting structures include adjustable arms and clamps that can be repositioned to securely hold different payloads, making a single carrier design capable of serving multiple carrying needs without requiring separate specialized carriers for each article type.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The carrier assembly features adjustable and reconfigurable mounting structures that can be dynamically repositioned based on the payload being carried. The mounting structures include adjustable arms that can be moved to different positions and angles, allowing the carrier to adapt its configuration to match the specific requirements of different articles, from small items to larger elongated objects.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Reliability

If specialized carriers for larger items are used, then such items can be carried securely, but adjustability for various articles is lost

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesecurity of larger item transportVSAvoidadjustability for various articles

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The carrier assembly is divided into multiple independent payload supports, each capable of being independently adjusted and configured. This segmentation allows different portions of the carrier to be optimized for different payload types while maintaining overall system versatility. Each payload support can be independently positioned and adjusted to match the specific requirements of the article being carried.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

3Ease of manufacture

If carriers for larger items are mounted without secure attachment, then installation is simple, but instability and interference with bicycle operation occur

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemounting simplicityVSAvoidcarrier stability during cycling

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting structures incorporate self-adjusting and self-securing mechanisms that automatically adapt to the payload and maintain stable attachment during cycling. The adjustable mounting structures include features that allow the carrier to self-position and self-secure without requiring complex external fastening systems, thereby achieving both ease of installation and operational stability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

4Ease of operation

If hands are used to hold and steer the bicycle, then direct control is maintained, but carrying larger items becomes awkward and dangerous

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvebicycle steering controlVSAvoidability to carry larger items

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The carrier assembly serves as an intermediary device that transfers the load from the rider's hands to the bicycle structure. By providing a secure mounting system that attaches to the bicycle frame, the carrier allows the rider to maintain hand control for steering while the carrier handles the support and positioning of larger items, eliminating the need to balance both tasks simultaneously.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS20250256798A1Configurable bicycle-mountable carrier assembly

Publication Date: 2025.08.14 MEDTECH ANALYTICS LLC

AI summary

A bicycle-mountable carrier assembly includes a mounting assembly attachable to a rail of the bicycle's saddle. At least one payload support is joined, e.g., pivotably, to the mounting assembly. The payload support defines a structure for mounting at least one payload carrier attachment in a secure but removable fashion. One or more payload supports may be provided, and one or more mounting structures may be provided on each payload support. The mounting structures may be provided in a rear- and side-facing positions and in different angular orientations, for carrying of payloads in a variety of different positions and orientations. The carrier further includes at least one payload carrier attachment defining a mounting structure complementary to the payload support's mounting structure. The payload carrier may be adapted to function as a fishing rod holder, a fishing rod case holder, a water bottle, a fishing tackle box, or another payload as desired.