Variable Angle Motorcycle Wing Structure for Speed-Adaptive Downforce

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Solution Overview

Problem

Traditional fixed wind wings on motorcycles are not adjustable, leading to varying downforce at different speeds, which can impact safety and stability.

Innovation Solution

A variable-angle vehicle fixed wind wing structure that automatically adjusts its angle based on motorcycle speed, utilizing a bracket, rotatable wing, speed sensor, and control unit to optimize downforce generation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If a fixed wind wing is installed on the motorcycle, then the safety and stability at high speeds are improved, but the downforce generation efficiency varies at different speeds

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesafety and stabilityVSAvoiddownforce generation efficiency at different speeds
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The wind wing angle is made adjustable rather than fixed. The adjustment mechanism allows the wind wing to change its angle dynamically based on vehicle speed, transitioning from a static structure to a dynamic one that adapts to varying operating conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The angle parameter of the wind wing is changed according to vehicle speed. At higher speeds, the wind wing angle is adjusted to generate more downforce, while at lower speeds, the angle is reduced to minimize drag, optimizing performance across different speed ranges.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Force

If the wind wing angle is increased to generate more downforce at high speeds, then the stability is improved, but the wind resistance increases at low speeds

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovedownforceVSAvoidwind resistance
Core Design Contradiction:
ForceVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The system dynamically adjusts the wind wing angle based on real-time speed detection. At high speeds, the angle increases to maximize downforce for stability. At low speeds, the angle decreases to minimize wind resistance and energy loss, creating an optimal balance across different operating conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

A speed sensor provides feedback to the control unit about the vehicle's current speed. The control unit uses this feedback information to automatically adjust the wind wing angle through the adjustment mechanism, ensuring optimal downforce generation without excessive wind resistance at any given speed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Device complexity

If a single-blade wind wing is used, then the structure is simple, but the downforce generation efficiency is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewind wing structureVSAvoiddownforce generation efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The wind wing is divided into multiple blades instead of using a single large blade. Each blade can be independently adjusted and optimized. The multi-blade configuration allows the system to generate more downforce by utilizing the combined aerodynamic effects of multiple smaller surfaces working together.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Each blade is equipped with an independent adjustment mechanism that allows it to be positioned at optimal angles for maximum downforce generation. The dynamic adjustment capability enables the multi-blade structure to optimize its configuration based on real-time speed and aerodynamic conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

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 structure enhances safety and stability by optimizing downforce at varying speeds, improving maneuverability and reducing operational burden through automatic angle adjustment.

Implementation Method 1

The speed sensor is installed on the motorcycle to sense the travel speed of the vehicle

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSpeed sensing:

Implementation Method 2

the fixed wind wing is an important component, whose main function is to generate downforce at high speeds

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectAerodynamic downforce: Aerofoil

Data Source

PatentUS20250026427A1Variable angle wing structure for vehicles
Publication Date: 2025.01.23 STUDIO 1986 INC
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AI summary

The present invention provides variable angle wing structure for vehicles installed on the outer side of the handlebar of a motorcycle. It can automatically adjust the angle according to the vehicle speed to provide optimal downforce and assist in vehicle travel. The present structure includes a fixed seat, a pivot shaft, a wind deflector mechanism, a control device, a drive unit, and a vehicle dynamic sensor. Through the control device, the information detected by the vehicle speed sensor is transmitted to the control device, and the inclination angle of the wind deflector is controlled based on the set value to improve driving safety and stability. The variable-angle wind deflector structure of the present invention is applied to motorcycles and compared to the existing fixed-angle wind deflector, it can effectively improve stability during driving, providing a safer driving experience.