Motorcycle Smart Key Storage Unlocking Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional motorcycle storage units require an ignition key for unlocking, limiting usability and security, as they are not designed for smart key operation without an ignition key.
Innovation Solution
A detachable storage unit on a motorcycle equipped with a smart key unlocking device, featuring a connection mechanism, actuator, and control unit that uses a cable and cable cover to unlock the storage unit using a smart key, enhancing security and aesthetics by routing the cable internally and protecting it from vandalism.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of repair
If the cable is routed externally for easy installation and maintenance, then the ease of manufacture and repair is improved, but the risk of vandalism and aesthetic appearance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The cable is nested inside the cable cover, which is integrated into the vehicle body structure. The cable cover acts as a protective enclosure that houses the cable, preventing direct access and vandalism while maintaining the cable's functionality for unlocking the storage unit.
Solution Approach 2:
The cable cover serves as an intermediary structure between the cable and the external environment. It provides mechanical protection and aesthetic coverage while allowing the cable to perform its unlocking function through the connection mechanism.
2Ease of manufacture
If the cable is routed externally for easy installation, then the ease of manufacture is improved, but the aesthetic appearance and sleek design deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The cable is nested within the cable cover structure, concealing it from external view. The cable cover is designed as an integrated part of the vehicle body, providing a sleek, continuous surface that hides the cable routing while maintaining easy access for installation and maintenance through designated access points.
3Ease of operation
If the actuator is exposed for easy access, then the ease of operation is improved, but the risk of vandalism and damage increases
Solution Approach 1:
The actuator is nested within the vehicle body structure, protected by the side cover and frame member. This positioning allows the actuator to be accessed and operated through the connection mechanism while being physically protected from vandalism and environmental damage.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection mechanism acts as an intermediary that transmits the unlocking signal from the smart key to the protected actuator. This allows operation of the actuator without requiring direct access to the actuator itself, thereby protecting it from vandalism.
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AI summary
There is provided a motorcycle, a detachable storage unit of which can be unlocked by a smart key. An unlocking device (150) includes a connection mechanism (130) that is to be coupled to a locking mechanism (140) for placing a top box (73) in a locked state and that includes a vehicle body-side connection member (130A) and a box-side connection member (130B) in a manner allowing the vehicle body-side connection member (130A) and the box-side connection member (130B) to be coupled, the actuator (142) that is connected to the connection mechanism (130) by a cable (148), an ECU (152) for controlling operation of the actuator (142), and an unlocking switch (132) that is operated at the time of unlocking the top box (73). When an unlocking signal from the unlocking switch (132) and an authentication signal from a smart key (155) are input, the ECU (152) causes the actuator (142) to operate, and releases a locked state of the locking mechanism (140) through the cable (148) and the connection mechanism (130).