Detachable Battery Basket for Crossbar E-Bike Compatibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electric bicycle battery packs are custom-made for specific models, leading to increased manufacturing costs and maintenance difficulties, and lack universal applicability across different bicycle models.
Innovation Solution
A detachable energy storage battery basket with integrated rechargeable batteries, terminals, and charging ports, designed to fit various electric bicycle models, providing a mobile power source and enhancing utility and convenience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional battery packs are custom-made for each specific bicycle model, then the battery pack can be precisely matched to the specific model, but the battery pack cannot be universally used across different bicycle models and manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a standardized battery pack with uniform dimensions, mounting hole positions, and electrical connection interfaces that can be installed on multiple different bicycle models. The battery pack serves multiple functions: it provides power to the bicycle motor, charges mobile devices via USB ports, and can be mounted on different bicycle frames. This universal design eliminates the need to redesign battery packs for each bicycle model, reducing manufacturing costs while maintaining compatibility across different models.
2Ease of operation
If the controller is installed inside the bicycle body, then the bicycle has a compact structure, but the controller becomes difficult to maintain and repair
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the extraction principle by removing the controller from the internal bicycle structure and relocating it to the external battery pack. The controller is now housed within the battery pack casing, making it easily accessible for maintenance and repair by simply removing the battery pack from the bicycle. This external placement maintains the bicycle's compact structure while dramatically improving controller accessibility, as the entire battery pack can be quickly detached and replaced without disassembling the bicycle frame.
3Adaptability or versatility
If battery packs are designed for specific bicycle models, then the battery pack fits the specific model well, but the battery pack cannot be quickly transferred to different bicycle models
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by separating the battery pack into independent, modular components with standardized mounting features. The battery pack uses standardized mounting brackets, uniform hole patterns, and separate electrical connectors that can be quickly attached and detached from different bicycle models. This modular segmentation allows the battery pack to be rapidly transferred between bicycles without complex alignment procedures, reducing installation time while maintaining proper fit and electrical connection across different models.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The battery basket allows quick installation and detachment, reduces manufacturing costs, and offers enhanced flexibility and convenience by serving as both a storage and power supply, with a lightweight and compact design.
Implementation Method 1
at least one rechargeable battery provided therein
Data Source
AI summary
An energy storage battery basket, adapted for equipping with an electric bicycle having a crossbar frame, includes a basket body and an energy storage base. The basket body has a storage space and includes at least a handle. The energy storage base, configured with a bottom of the basket body, includes at least one rechargeable battery provided therein, at least one electric terminal socket provided at a center of one side of the energy storage base, and at least one USB charging port, at least one Type C power supply port, at least one DC2.1 charging port, and at least a power switch provided at two sides of the electrical terminal socket respectively.