Handlebar Control Layout for Multi-Function E-Bike Components
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing human-powered vehicle systems lack efficient and intuitive control mechanisms for electric components such as assist driving units and gear changing devices, which can complicate user operation and reduce the overall performance of the vehicle.
Innovation Solution
An operating system comprising a first and second operating device, each with a user interface and a controller that allows users to control assist driving units and gear changing devices through a combination of user inputs, enabling seamless integration and operation of these components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple electric components (assist driving unit, gear changing device) are integrated into the human-powered vehicle system, then the functionality and performance of the vehicle is improved, but the control complexity and device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple control functions (assist driving control, gear changing control) into a single integrated operating system with unified handlebar-mounted operating devices. This merging approach allows the system to control multiple electric components through a single interface, reducing control complexity while maintaining enhanced functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The operating devices on the handlebar are designed with multi-functional capability, allowing them to control both the assist driving unit and gear changing device through the same interface. This universal control mechanism eliminates the need for separate control systems for each component, thereby reducing overall system complexity.
2Ease of operation
If separate base members are used for each operating device on the handlebar, then the ease of operation and accessibility is improved, but the device complexity and space requirement increases
Solution Approach 1:
The operating system is divided into separate operating devices, each with its own base member mounted on the handlebar. This segmentation allows each control function to be independently accessible to the rider while maintaining a compact overall structure through proper spatial arrangement on the handlebar.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple operating devices with separate base members are arranged in the spatial dimension along the handlebar, allowing riders to access different controls without interfering with each other. This dimensional arrangement provides ease of operation while managing structural complexity through efficient space utilization.
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AI summary
An operating system comprises a first operating device, a second operating device, a first user interface, a second user interface, and a controller. The first user interface is configured to receive a first user input. The second user interface is configured to receive a second user input. At least one of the first user interface and the second user interface is configured to be operated to control at least one electric component. The controller is configured to control the at least one electric component based on at least one of the first user input and the second user input. The at least one electric component includes at least one of a gear changing unit, a gear changing unit, an adjustable seatpost, an internal gear hub, a front suspension, a rear suspension, a cycle computer, a smartphone, a tablet computer, and a light emitting device.