Motorcycle Power Pegs Stand Stabilization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Motorcycles are prone to tipping over due to their weight distribution when relying on a single kickstand, which can lead to instability and potential injury if not properly engaged.
Innovation Solution
A power pegs stand apparatus is coupled to the motorcycle's frame, featuring a DC motor and rocker switch that extends two legs towards the ground, eliminating the need to tilt the motorcycle and providing stable engagement without leaning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a single kickstand is used to support the motorcycle, then the motorcycle can be supported on the ground, but the motorcycle must be tilted to one side which creates instability and risk of falling
Solution Approach 1:
The single kickstand is divided into two separate legs that extend to different locations on the ground. This segmentation allows the motorcycle to be supported at two points simultaneously, eliminating the need to tilt the motorcycle to one side and providing stable support without compromising operation safety.
2Device complexity
If a single kickstand is used, then the structure remains simple, but the rider must manually tilt the motorcycle which requires strength and attention
Solution Approach 1:
The manual mechanical action of tilting the motorcycle is replaced with an automated motor-driven leg extension system. The motor automatically extends the legs to the ground without requiring the rider to manually tilt the motorcycle, significantly reducing operator effort while maintaining relatively simple overall structure.
3Reliability
If the kickstand is not fully engaged, then the motorcycle may fall over causing injury, but adding more engagement mechanisms increases complexity
Solution Approach 1:
A sensor detects when both legs are fully engaged with the ground and provides feedback to the control system. This triggers an automatic alarm or notification to confirm proper engagement, ensuring reliability without requiring complex mechanical engagement mechanisms. The feedback loop provides simple electronic verification of the support state.
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 power pegs stand effectively stabilizes the motorcycle without requiring a lean angle, enhancing safety by ensuring the bike remains stationary and reducing the risk of accidents from improper kickstand engagement.
Implementation Method 1
featuring a DC motor and rocker switch that extends two legs towards the ground
Data Source
AI summary
A motor is coupled to a rocker switch. A threaded shaft is mechanically coupled to the motor. A threaded fitting is coupled to the threaded shaft. The threaded fitting has a first leg and a second leg positioned substantially opposite the first leg. A first foot is coupled substantially perpendicular to the first leg. A second foot is coupled substantially perpendicular to the second leg. The peg brace is coupled to the first leg and the second leg.