BE1019417A3 - REMONTE-BIKES. - Google Patents

Abstract

Going up slopes is a big problem for cyclists. The present invention relates to an inclined device or ski lift of the conveyor belt type. It is intended for bicycles or any other similar vehicle driven by man and is designed to be installed on inclined roads, pedestrian paths, stairs or tracks specially provided for this purpose. This ski lift is economical, safe, adaptable to bikes of all sizes and does not require training.

Description

Invention patent application REMONTE-VELOS,

Raising slopes is a major problem for cyclists. Connecting devices are known between a towing cable and a cycle, for example Patent CA 1279284. Applicable in particular to ski lifts for ascending, outside of the winter season, cycles or similar machines having a tractive portion connected to the cable general tractor, via a voltage regulator device, and a towed portion connected to the cycle.

Other achievements such as the Trampe (CycloCable® SKIRAIL), are lifts that have the major drawbacks of requiring the user a learning and a good sense of balance. Moreover, this thrust device requires a significant driving force.

The present invention relates to an inclined conveyor or lift. A general object of the invention is to provide a device for transporting a bicycle type of vehicle that overcomes the aforementioned drawbacks. More specifically, a first object of the invention is to provide a transport device adapted to bikes of different sizes. A second object of the invention is to provide a solution that allows easy entry and release of a bicycle, adapted for such an operation on a tread in motion. A third object of the invention is to propose a secure solution. A fourth object of the invention is to propose a solution that avoids any deterioration of the bicycle. A fifth object of the invention is to provide an economical solution, easily adaptable to various environments to discharge the weight of the bike and / or his luggage when climbing stairs or slopes with a steep slope.

It is technically similar to a conveyor belt. The bike lift is intended for urban areas with a significant elevation gain. This device is also applicable to the ascending cycles for the practice of cycling and cycling. More generally, this carrier is intended for bicycles or other similar vehicle driven by man and is designed to be installed on inclined roads, footpaths, stairs or separate tracks specially designed for this purpose.

Depending on the mode, most of the elements are placed under the surface of the road or stairway, at ground level or slightly elevated, for example under a banister. The device may be provided with hooks, notches, or any other fastening or guiding means to facilitate the raising of the bicycle.

For this purpose, the invention ensures the transport of at least one two-wheeled vehicle by a conveyor-type mechanical lift device, as defined by the claims.

These objects, features and advantages of the present invention will be set forth in detail in the following description of particular embodiments made in a non-limiting manner in relation to the attached figures and photos, among which:

Figure 1 shows schematically the climbing device of a bicycle according to the first mode of transport.

FIG. 2 is a sectional view of the upper part of the ramp comprising a notch for the bicycle wheel according to the first mode of use of the invention.

3 shows a sectional view of the upper part of the transport device according to a first variant of the second embodiment of the invention (also allowing the transport of bags and luggage)

Figure 4 shows a sectional view of the entire device.

In particular may be added to clarify Figures 5 to 11 representing the transport device without bike:

Figure 5 (top view) of the ramp shows the different profiles suitable for wheels and luggage. FIG. 6 represents a rear view of the transport device according to a first variant of the first embodiment of the invention (for a wheelchair)

FIG. 7 represents a rear view of the transport device according to a second variant of the first embodiment of the invention (for a stroller)

FIG. 8 represents a rear view of the transport device of a bicycle according to a second embodiment of the invention (pedal support)

FIG. 9 represents a rear view of the transport device according to a first variant of the second embodiment of the invention (support of the bag)

FIG. 10 represents a rear view of the device for fixing the pedal according to a second variant of the second embodiment of the invention (pedal slide)

FIG. 11 shows a particular device for fastening the bicycle, in which an integral impression of the tread moves the pedal upwards and blocks it.

Photo 1 shows a view of a transport device of a bicycle sliding in a chute according to the second embodiment of the invention. The pedal is held in support on a conveyor belt during the climb.

According to the invention, the aforementioned system comprises a holding device adapted to serve as a point of support to the user and a fixing device. Other advantages and features of the present invention will become more apparent in the following detailed description.

Description

This transport device mainly comprises two parts along a loading dock. A first upper portion 21, said loading chute, is in the form of a metal guide which ends at the base of a lower chute 20 dug in the tread. The user walks the loading dock, pushing his bike on the horizontal tread for a distance of 5 m until the rear wheel is caught in a light made in the tread, according to the first mode. embodiment of the invention (a housing 22 for the rear wheel 2 of the bicycle 1). The front wheel rests in a front zone 23 of the chute.

As a note, this lower part is suitable for any size of bike; for this, the housing 22 is such that it can accept any size of rear wheel, and the total length is such that the front wheel rests in all cases on a further area in front of the chute. The first function of this lower part 20 of the transport device is the support of the weight of the bike 1. Its second function is the locking of the bike 1 by preventing at least one wheel from rolling. In this embodiment, this second function is simply fulfilled by blocking the rear wheel 2 by engaging a small portion of its circumference in a light (22).

The bike is maintained by the user. According to a first variant of the first mode of use of the invention, the ski-lift system may also comprise a holding device, in particular the presence, in the tread, of small vertical wings 24 preventing the wheels from escaping. of the support by sliding laterally, according to the first variant of the first mode of use of the present invention.

In a second variant of the first mode of use, the holding device comprises several imprints adapted to the width of the wheels of the bicycle.

A third variant of the first mode of use of the present invention provides for the presence, at regular intervals, of retractable tubes fixed in the tread of the tread. They are flush with the loading guide and have a notch in which the pedal engages while the slide, due to the slope of the tread stronger than that of the loading chute engages all around from the crank.

According to a second mode of use of the present invention, guide rails at the beginning of the track make it possible to place the pedal on a raised tread, and the bike in the trough ad hoc. To do this, the user rolls his bike in a chute. The contralateral pedal (right) is progressively guided in the upper position by the approach of the upper and lower ramps and comes to the plumb of the tread. The user advances until firm contact is established between the tread and the pedal. It keeps the pedal in support on the band during the recovery of the bike.

According to a variant of the second mode of use, the tread and / or the pedal has a fastening system such as fingerprint to hook the pedal, fastening clip or Velcro strap.

The lift system may also include a ramp. The traction means and the fastening means can be integrated with it.

To the attachment device can be added various conventional fastening means to ensure the stability of the bike. Of course, the present invention is not limited to the embodiment described in detail with reference to the accompanying figures and many modifications can be made. It is thus possible to replace the bike with a stroller or a wheelchair, the system may then include a second chute adapted to guide the wheels. It is also possible to use the present invention for luggage and or folding bikes. The ski lift can also be provided to support the weight of the user.

According to a first particular embodiment, as can be seen in FIG. 4, the traction means comprise at least two rollers. 5 In this case, there are 3 rolls.

At least one of the rollers is integral with a rotation shaft 14 connected to the motor 6. Such a roll 12 may be called a motor roll. The driving roller is preferably placed upstream of the ski lift. The other rollers 12 (those which are not driving rollers) are integral with a rotation shaft 14, each end of which is freely mounted. Such rolls can be called conveyor rollers.

According to a third embodiment, the drum of an intermediate cylinder at the loading dock can also be slightly curved to open the light made in the tread and allow easy insertion of the wheel. The part of the circumference of the wheel is clamped during the journey, until at the level of the unloading platform, a roll also convex easily releases the wheel.

A relief in the cylinder that would fill the footprints of the tread, push up the wheel of the bike. A platform provided on arrival allows the release of the bike by letting it roll in the chute. The maximum height of the chute is that of the wheel hub height. The release of the bike is done naturally by letting the bike roll continuously in a chute whose depth is gradually reduced.

The main structures of the machine.

Starter station with a card reader and start panel

Exit station at the top, with electric motor

Rail and structure supporting the rail

Flat belt and drum

Electronic control system operated by card

A system for cleaning the tread

Transport capacity.

Transport is limited to one person per section (10m). The speed of the bike lift is 1 m / s, which represents a maximum capacity of 6 users per minute or 360 per hour. Over a distance of 100 meters, 10 users can occupy it simultaneously.

Training device.

An electric motor of at least 2 kW is installed at the top of the slope, inside the exit station.

The belt (OTIS flat chain, tread, possibly split) passes at each end on a 600 mm drum.

Safety and cleaning device

The tread slides under a telescopic cage. When it is pushed, a stop device engages. The bike lift can be equipped with a safety device coupled with a cleaning device (blower, worm equipped with brushes, ...). A roller placed between the two drums allows the evacuation of waste and the washing of the band, for example scraper: .http: //brevets-patents.ic.gc.ca/oDic-cipo/cpd/eng/brevet/2566791 /sommaire.html?quest=fbande+transporteusel&start=l&num=50&type=advanced s earch

In the latter case, the pedal of the bike can rest on a conveyor belt placed in height, ideally under a banister. The user climbs the slope or the staircase next to the bicycle. It exerts a push on the saddle of the bike to maintain a contralateral pedal support on the tread. With the other hand, he keeps the bike in a chute provided for this purpose.

The invention has a force displacement profile, coupled to the cleaning system which has the following characteristics: (a) when exposed to a force at the intermediate roller of the order of 1.8 kN to about 4 kN, the belt lengthens by less than 5 percent; (b) when exposed to a force greater than said force at a point of intersection and less than about 6.2 kN), the strap further elongates by at least about ten percent; and (c) when subjected to more than 6.2 kN), the modulus increases substantially and the system becomes safe at an ultimate pulling force of at least about 22 kN.

Starter system

The device must be able to be attached to an existing ramp.

Dimensions

The Namur bike lift is 100 meters long. The stations and the structure are made of galvanized steel plates 5 mm thick. A transportable model is made of aluminum. (See photos and films) Departure station. (W x 1 x h) 1 x W x 1 (m)

Arrival station. (W x 1 x h) 1 x W x 1 (m)

Rail structure module 3 x 0.10 x 0.45 (m)

The maximum length of the bike lift is estimated at 200 m. beyond that, you need two or more bike lifts.

Installation

A slope with an incline of 15 to 45% is ideal for a bike lift.

There are two ways to position the bike lift. Either street level or slightly elevated.

foundations

The steel structure installed below the surface of the ground rests on a bed of sand.

curves

The bike lift can be installed on sites with horizontal or vertical curves, radius greater than 25 m.

Equipment.

When the bike lift equips a staircase, we recommend to provide a ramp to ensure the stability of users and favor the model pedal holder. A safety distance of 10 m is necessary.

A modular conveyor.

The drive system requires a 2 kW electric motor.

Optional use of the bike lift

The bike lift is intended for cyclists, but it can be split to allow the recovery of vehicles such as velomobiles and wheelchairs. It can also be used for the transport of parcels, provided that security can be ensured.

The carrier's pusher device can be easily adapted to wheelchairs, wheeled carriages or the like.

Electronic control system.

The use of the bike lift requires an electronic card. Both the start up and the shutdown of the machine can be achieved by the use of a cell phone.

Claims (6)

A lift system comprising at least one tread (1), a traction system (2) and fastening means (3) adapted for bicycles and / or luggage, characterized in that they comprise a holding device adapted to serve as a support for the user during the climb. 2. System according to claim 1, characterized in that the holding device is shaped to ensure the stability of luggage and or bicycle, when climbing a slope or a staircase. 3. System according to claim 2, characterized in that the holding device is composed of a plurality of conventional fastening means for gripping at least one wheel, stabilize the fork. 4. System characterized in that the traction means comprise at least two rollers (12). 5. System according to claim 4 characterized in that at least one of the rollers is connected to a motor (6). 7. System according to one of the claims characterized in that the fastening means comprise a gripper attachment device movable relative to each other between a spaced position and a closed position in which they are adapted to pinch the wheel or handlebars. 8. System according to claim 7, characterized in that the attachment device comprises an operating element adapted to pass the two clamp members (25,26) from one position to the other. • I. . -s. • · \