Mobile Stand With Hinged Cradle And Pedal Brake

The patent introduces handlebars as an intermediary control mechanism that the user can grasp to easily maneuver the mobile stand. The handlebars serve as a mediator between the user's hands and the stand's movement, providing leverage and control without requiring direct manipulation of the stand body. This resolves the contradiction by adding a simple control interface that improves ease of operation without significantly complicating the overall structure.

The pedal brake system acts as an intermediary braking mechanism that the user can operate with foot pressure rather than hand strength. The pedal translates foot force into braking action through a linkage system, providing effective braking control. This intermediary mechanism makes the stand easier to control during loading and unloading operations without requiring complex brake systems.

The patent divides the vehicle support function into separate modular components: the platform for general support, the cradle for wheel retention, and the pocket for front wheel positioning. Each component is a simple, easily manufactured piece that performs a specific security function. This segmentation allows each part to be optimized for its specific purpose while keeping individual manufacturing complexity low, yet achieving reliable vehicle security through the combination of parts.

The patent applies different local qualities to different areas of the stand to optimize both manufacturing and security. The platform has raised edges for general containment, the cradle has a specific curvature for wheel retention, and the pocket has a tapered shape for front wheel positioning. Each local area is shaped to provide the specific security function needed at that location, while all components remain simple enough for easy manufacture.

The patent implements a hinged cradle that can dynamically change its position between a raised security position and a lowered entry position. The hinge allows the cradle to swing downward to create an opening for wheel entry, then swing upward to secure the wheel. This dynamic movement resolves the contradiction by providing both easy vehicle access and reliable wheel security at different stages of the operation.

The spring mechanism performs preliminary action by automatically raising the cradle to its security position after the wheel has been placed. This eliminates the need for manual cradle adjustment and ensures the wheel is immediately secured once entered. The spring's preliminary action of auto-raising the cradle maintains reliability without complicating the entry process.

The spring mechanism is designed to be self-service by automatically providing the extraction force needed to remove the vehicle. When the user releases the vehicle, the spring automatically pushes the cradle upward, creating the extraction motion without requiring additional user effort or complex control mechanisms. This self-service capability improves ease of extraction while keeping the mechanism simple.

The patent replaces what could be a complex motorized or hydraulic extraction system with a simple mechanical spring mechanism. The spring stores potential energy during vehicle loading and releases it during extraction, substituting a potentially complex active system with a passive mechanical element. This substitution achieves easy vehicle extraction without significantly increasing device complexity.