DE102015111976A1 - Electric bicycle - Google Patents

Abstract

A bicycle has a frame with a first and second segment, which are pivotable between a folded position and a deployed position to each other. The first segment has a first surface and the second segment has a second surface facing in the unfolded position of the first surface. A hinge is disposed between the first and second surfaces. A locking element extends through the first and / or second surface.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO A RELATED APPLICATION

The present application claims the benefit of US Provisional Patent Application No. 62/032173 entitled "ELECTRIC BICYCLE" filed on Aug. 1, 2014, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Vehicles such as motor vehicles can be used to carry other types of transport, such as two-wheelers. For example, the vehicle may be used to carry the two-wheeler for recreational use of the two-wheeler. As another example, the vehicle may be used to carry the two-wheeler so that the vehicle and the bicycle provide multi-modal transportation. Multimodal transportation may involve driving the vehicle to a location where the vehicle is parked and from where the bicycle is then driven from the vehicle to the destination. For example, a driver may drive to an office workplace in a commuter traffic-laden area of the city by first driving the vehicle to a less busy parking lot on the outskirts of the town, away from the office, and then riding the two-wheeler from the vehicle to the office. The two-wheeler is easier and faster to move around in the high traffic areas, with less impact on the owner and the environment.

The bicycle has a frame and a pedal assembly for driving the bicycle by human effort. In addition to locomotion by operation of the pedals by human application of force, the bicycle may be an electric bicycle that is electrically powered, i. with battery power. Accordingly, the driver can either drive the bicycle over the pedals or drive the electric bicycle as a two-wheeled electric bicycle. The pedals can be used, for example, when the driver wants to exercise balance sports or when the battery is empty. For example, the electric driving force may be used to assist the pedaling force when the driver does not want to heat up due to the efforts of pedaling. For example, a driver may use the electric-powered bicycle when the driver is driving to work and does not want to sweat or crumple his clothes. When operating with electric power, in some jurisdictions, such as the EU, it is a requirement that the driver always apply some amount of pedaling force to turn on and maintain the electric drive power. The operation of the electric two-wheel only to assist the human pedal force by the electric driving force, i. That the electric two-wheeler can not be operated by the electric driving force alone can be called pedelec mode.

The stowage of two-wheeled vehicles for transportation in or on a vehicle causes problems especially in relatively small vehicles. A vehicle interior may be transformable, i. the seats can be transferred to accommodate a two-wheeler in the vehicle interior. The disadvantage of this is that the bicycle occupies valuable vehicle interior and can move in the event of unforeseen acceleration or deceleration within the vehicle.

Alternatively, two-wheeled vehicles can be stowed away for transportation on the outside of a vehicle. For example, in the accessories trade carriers for mounting on vehicles and for receiving one or more two-wheelers available. However, these accessory carriers are expensive to purchase. Another disadvantage is the time-consuming installation of the accessory carrier on the vehicle and the mounting of the bicycle on the carrier. The carrier and the bicycle interfere while driving the air flow around the vehicle and thereby adversely affect the fuel economy of the vehicle.

Accordingly, there is an opportunity to develop a device for multi-modal transportation that can be easily integrated with the vehicle in a compact form.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

1 shows a perspective view of an electric bicycle in an unfolded position;

2 shows a perspective view of the electric two-wheeler in a folded position;

3 shows a side view of the electric bicycle in the unfolded position with a casing that covers a seat post;

4 shows a perspective view of the electric bicycle in the folded position, wherein the casing obscures a frame of the bicycle;

5A shows a perspective view of the electric two-wheeler, wherein the frame in the folded position is located and the panel is removed;

5B shows a perspective view of the electric two-wheeler, wherein the panel conceals the frame in the folded position and the seat post is extended to act as a handle;

5C shows a perspective view of the electric two-wheeler, wherein the seat post is retracted so that it is hidden in the panel;

6 shows a perspective view of a portion of a front wheel and a rear wheel of the electric bicycle and an electromagnet and a magnet for closing the frame in the folded position;

7 shows a schematic of an unfolding assistance system;

8th shows a block diagram of a method for operating the unfolding assistance system;

9 shows a perspective view of the frame in the folded position, wherein a hinge is exposed;

10A shows a perspective view of the frame in the retracted position and a partial sectional view showing a hinged spring;

10B shows a side view of a portion of the frame in the unfolded position, wherein the frame is partially cut away to show the spring;

11A shows a cross-sectional view of a portion of the frame in the folded position, the frame being partially cut away to show the hinge and the spring;

11B shows a cross-sectional view of a portion of the frame in the unfolded position, the frame is partially cut away to show the hinge and the spring;

12 shows a perspective view of the frame with a clip;

13 shows a screenshot of an assembly monitoring system;

14A shows a perspective view of a portion of the frame in the folded position with a closing element;

14B shows a perspective view of 12A wherein the closure member engages the frame;

15 shows a perspective view of a portion of the frame in the folded position with a flexible cable;

16 shows a schematic of a keyless lock system;

17A shows a perspective view of the electric two-wheeler, wherein the frame is in the folded position, enclosed by the panel and connected via a cable to a charging station;

17B shows a perspective view of a portion of the frame in the folded position, wherein the closing element of the cable 17A is decoupled;

17C shows a perspective view of a portion of the frame in the folded position, wherein the closing element locks the cable to the frame;

18A shows a perspective view of a plug of the electric two-wheeler, which is decoupled from a charging station;

18B shows a perspective view of the plug of the 15A which is locked to the charging station;

19 shows a schematic view of a drive train of the electric two-wheeler;

20 shows a perspective view of a portion of the drive train;

21 shows an exploded view of the drive train;

22 shows a schematic view of a value transmitter of the drive train;

23 shows a block diagram of force and recovery control logic;

24 shows a block diagram of force control logic;

25 FIG. 12 is a block diagram of the power and regenerative control logic incorporated into the force control logic; FIG.

26A shows a schematic view of the electric two-wheeled, which is operated in a distance mode;

26B shows a schematic view of the electric two-wheeler, which is operated alternately in a vehicle mode and the distance mode;

27 shows a schematic view of the electric bicycle, which is operated in a charging mode;

28 shows a block diagram showing the communication between the electric two-wheeled vehicle, a vehicle and a mobile device;

29 shows a block diagram showing the communication between the electric bicycle, the vehicle and the mobile device via a docking system;

30 shows a block diagram of a method for operating a communication system;

31 shows a perspective view of the docking system;

32 shows an enlarged view of a portion of the docking system;

33 shows a perspective view of a user interface of the vehicle;

34 shows a perspective view of a portion of a vehicle interior;

35 shows a perspective view of an external charging console;

36 shows a perspective view of the bicycle with lights for illuminating a zone around the bicycle around;

37 shows a schematic of a haptic feedback system;

38 shows a block diagram of a method for operating the haptic feedback system;

39 shows a graph showing the beginning and duration of vibrations for various conditions of vibration generators of the handlebars of the electric two-wheeler;

40 shows a schematic view of the operation of an alternate assistance system of the electric two-wheeler;

41 shows a cross-sectional view of an integrated flashlight of a seat assembly of the electric two-wheeler;

42 shows a schematic of a lighting system;

43 shows a cross section of a wheel of the two-wheeler;

44 shows a schematic of a Sitzverstellsystems;

45 shows a perspective view of a first embodiment of a seat post with data storage;

46 shows a perspective view of a second embodiment of the seat post with data storage;

47 shows a schematic view of a third embodiment of the seat post with data storage; and

48 shows a perspective view of the third embodiment of the seat post with data storage.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Referring to the figures, in which like parts are numbered the same throughout the several views, an electric bicycle is used 10 shown. As will be described below, the electric bicycle is 10 expediently for a multimodal transport with a vehicle 12 integrated. The vehicle 12 In other words, to carry the electric bicycle 10 be used to a desired location where the electric bicycle 10 from the vehicle 12 removed and driven to a destination.

In one example, a person having an office in a busy urban area may drive the vehicle 12 drive to a parking lot remote from the office and the electric two-wheeler 10 from the vehicle 12 out to the office 12 drive. The electric bicycle 10 can be moved easier and faster in the traffic-infested city area. A passenger, ie the driver, can ride the bicycle 10 for balance sports and / or in the event of a power failure of the two-wheeler 10 drive in a personal mode with the pedals. The driver can use the two-wheeler 10 to conserve body energy and / or to avoid sweaty work clothes in a powered mode.

Referring to 1 has the electric bicycle 10 a frame 14 , a handlebar arrangement 16 that with the frame 14 coupled, and a seating arrangement 18 that with the frame 14 is coupled, up. A front wheel 20 gets off the frame 14 supported and can be used to control the front wheel 20 with the handlebar arrangement 16 be coupled. A rear wheel 22 gets off the frame 14 supported. A powertrain 24 to drive the electric two-wheeler 10 is with the front wheel 20 and / or the rear wheel 22 connected. A power source, such as a battery 26 (in 28 and 29 shown), is used to power the powertrain 24 with the drive train 24 coupled. The electric bicycle 10 has a computing device 28 (in 28 and 29 shown), ie a controller for controlling the drive train 24 and / or other features of the electric two-wheeler 10 on.

Referring to 28 and 29 can the computing device 28 have any suitable components. As in 7 shown, the calculator can 28 a processor 31 , a store 29 etc. have. Further referring to 28 and 29 can be a mobile device 48 For example, a mobile phone, a tablet computer, etc. by the two-wheeler 10 be supported and, as will be explained further below, with the computing device 28 communicate. The mobile device 48 can, as in 1 and 3 shown, for example via a docking station 21 detachable on the bicycle 10 be docked.

Referring to the 1 to 3 indicates the frame 14 a front segment 30 for example, a first segment 30 , and a rear segment 32 , for example, a second segment 32 on. The front segment 30 supports the handlebar assembly 16 off, and the rear segment 32 supports the seating arrangement 18 from. The powertrain 24 can from the rear segment 32 be supported.

The front segment 30 and the back segment 32 can each have a Radträgerelement, the front wheel 20 and at the rear wheel 22 intervenes. The wheel carrier elements may be a single rod extending along one side of the front wheel 20 / rear 22 extends, as in 1 shown. In such an embodiment, the front wheel 20 and the rear wheel 22 be clamped between the Radträgerelementen when the frame 14 is in a folded position, as in 2 and 6 will be shown. Alternatively, the wheel carrier elements may be a fork located on either side along the front wheel 20 / rear 22 extends.

The frame 14 is hinged, such as in the 1 to 4 shown. Concrete is the frame 14 between an unfolded position, as in 1 and 3 shown, and a folded position, as in 2 and 4 shown, hinged or swiveling. The front segment 30 and the back segment 32 can be releasably connected to each other in order to move between the folded and the unfolded position can.

In a like in 9 example shown, the front segment 30 and the back segment 32 with a hinge 34 be connected. The hinge 34 is designed to be the front segment 30 and the rear segment 32 a pivoting around the hinge 34 between the folded position and the unfolded position. The hinge 34 For example, a rotation of 180 ° between the front segment 30 and the rear segment 32 between the folded position and the unfolded position allow. The front segment 30 and the back segment 32 however, they may be releasably coupled together in any suitable manner.

At the hinge 34 it can be a hidden hinge, ie the hinge 34 between the front segment 30 and the rear segment 32 can be obscured when the frame 14 in the unfolded position. The front segment 30 and / or the rear segment 32 can a bag 35 for receiving the hinge 34 define when the frame 14 in the unfolded position. The hinge 34 may for example be a Soss hinge, as in 9 shown. Alternatively, it may be the hinge 34 to handle any suitable type of hinge, such as a fish hinge, swing hinge, etc.

Referring to 9 can the hinge 34 a first holder 58 that with the front segment 30 connected, and a second holder 59 that with the rear segment 32 is connected. The first holder 58 and the second holder 59 are with a first set of plates 60 and a second set of plates 61 connected. The first set of plates 60 and the second set of plates 61 are pivotally connected together and with the first holder 58 and the second holder 59 pivotally connected. The first holder 58 and / or the second holder 59 can the bag 35 define.

Referring to the 3 to 5C can the electric two-wheeler 10 a shuttering 36 for encapsulating at least a portion of the frame 14 exhibit when the frame 14 is in the folded position. The shuttering 36 can from the frame 14 be supported when the frame 14 in the unfolded position. The shuttering 36 can be like in 3 shown a portion of the seat assembly 18 record when the electric bicycle 10 in the unfolded position. In such an embodiment, the electric bicycle 10 with the shuttering 36 on the seat arrangement 18 operate.

The shuttering 36 can be two sides 38 exhibit as best in 4 will be shown. The two sides 38 For example, grab by spring force, snapping, fasteners to each other to the shuttering 36 at the frame 14 to keep. Alternatively or additionally, the two sides 38 at the frame 14 and / or engage the seat assembly to the shuttering 36 at the frame 14 to keep.

As in the 5A shown to C, is the shuttering 36 movable to at least a portion of the frame 14 expose / encapsulate. Such as in 5A shown, the two sides 38 separated from each other and the seating arrangement 18 for example, from the rest of the bicycle 10 be removed. If the two sides 38 can be removed, the frame 14 be moved in the folded position.

Alternatively, at least one of the two sides 38 slidably on a rail, not shown on the frame 14 and / or the seating arrangement 18 intervene to the shuttering 36 between the position in which the seat assembly as in 3 is encapsulated, and the position in which the frame 14 as in 4 encapsulated is shown to lead. In such an embodiment, the frame 14 be moved to the folded position when the two sides 38 are in the position in which the seating arrangement 18 is encapsulated, and the two sides 38 can then be moved to the position in which the frame 14 encapsulated. One of the two sides 38 may be resiliently mounted on the rail, that is, be designed to move resiliently away from the rail but still remain stored on the rail. The other side 38 can on the side 38 be mounted springs, which is resiliently mounted on the rail.

The two sides 38 can be rigid. The two sides 38 may be formed of a suitable composite such as glass fibers, carbon fibers, etc. and / or of a suitable metal and / or plastic.

Referring to 5C can the shuttering 36 at least one intermediate element 40 exhibit that is between the two sides 38 extends. The intermediate element 40 can be opposite the sides 38 to be flexible. The intermediate element 40 For example, it may be formed of neoprene or any other suitable material. The intermediate element 40 Can be detachable on the sides 38 intervention. The intermediate element 40 For example, it can be connected to the sides with a zipper, snap closure, velcro, and so on.

As in 5A Shown are the two sides of the shuttering 36 moved away from each other to bring the two sides out of engagement with the handle assembly. The two sides can be moved away from each other after the frame 14 , as in 5A shown, has been moved to the retracted position, or alternatively leaves the frame 14 Move to the folded position after the two sides of the frame 14 encapsulate in the folded position. In another embodiment, the frame can be 14 move to the folded position after the two sides of the shuttering 36 have been moved to the folded position.

As in 5B shown are the two sides 38 moved to a position in which at least a portion of the frame 14 is encapsulated in the folded position. In this position, the two sides 38 to each other and / or the frame 14 intervene to the shuttering 36 opposite the frame 14 to keep. As in 5C shown, the seat assembly 18 into the shuttering 36 retracted and the intermediate element 40 between the pages 38 be extended.

Referring to 6 supports the front segment 30 or the rear segment 32 a magnet 42 , For example, a permanent magnet from, or on the other hand, for example, set, and the other front segment 30 or rear segment 32 supports an electromagnet 44 from, for example, is determined in contrast to the magnet 42 is aligned when the frame 14 is folded. The magnet 42 and the electromagnet 44 can be attached to the wheel carrier elements of the front segment 30 and the back segment 32 Be fixed, and / or it may be at the magnet 42 and the electromagnet 44 around fixed hubs of the front segment 30 and the back segment 32 act.

As in 7 shown, it is the electromagnet 44 a component of an unfolding assistance system 47 that can be designed to fit the frame 14 fold out from the folded position to the unfolded position. The electromagnet 44 is with the power source of the electric two-wheeler 10 For example, the battery 26 , coupled so that the current to supply the electromagnet 44 can be switched on and off. In other words, the electromagnet generates 44 a repulsive magnetic field when the electromagnet 44 is powered, and if the electromagnet 44 is not powered, it does not generate a magnetic field. For example, an in 7 shown switch with the electromagnet 44 communicate to turn the latter on and off.

The electromagnet 44 has a core formed of a ferromagnetic material such as iron and a wire wound around the core. If the wire is supplied with power, the electromagnet generates 44 a magnetic field. The magnet 42 and the electromagnet 44 are at the front segment 30 and the rear segment 32 set so that the same poles of the magnet 42 and the electromagnet 44 opposed when the frame 14 is folded. For example, the north pole of the magnet points to the north pole of the electromagnet 44 , respectively, indicates the south pole of the magnet 42 to the south pole of the electromagnet 44 if the frame 14 is in the folded position.

The electromagnet 44 is in a magnetic field of the magnet 42 arranged when the frame 14 is in the folded position. If the frame 14 is in the folded position and the electromagnet 44 is off, the magnet pulls 42 the core of the electromagnet 44 to the frame 14 to hold in the folded position. If the frame 14 is in the folded position and the electromagnet 44 is turned on, gives the electromagnet 44 a magnetic field, and there the same poles of the magnet 42 and the electromagnet 44 aligned with each other, pushes the magnet 42 the electromagnet to unfold the frame 14 to assist in the unfolded position. If the frame 14 For example, in the folded position, the electromagnet 44 be turned on to initiate the movement in the unfolded position without further user effort.

Further referring to 7 can be a controller 73 For example, the computing device 28 , to power the electromagnet 44 for repelling the magnet 42 for unfolding the frame 14 be educated. Specifically, the controller 73 For example, the computing device 28 , with the power source, such as the battery 26 , be coupled, and the power source can be controlled by the controller 73 with the electromagnet 44 be connected to the electromagnet 44 to supply electricity. For example, a switch 45 with the power source, such as the battery 26 , and the controller 73 For example, the computing device 28 be coupled. The control 73 For example, the computing device 28 , can close the switch 45 to power the electromagnet 44 be programmed.

The power supply of the electromagnet 44 can be controlled with an access authorization. The access authorization can be an electronic device, for example a mobile device 48 , such as a mobile phone, a tablet computer, etc. that act with the electric two-wheeler 10 communicates to identify authorized use. The access authorization can be a key (not shown), such as a mechanical key or a radio key, such as an RFID key. The access authorization may be operable via a biometric identifier, such as a fingerprint scan, a retinal scan, and so on. The electromagnet 44 can thus be operated as a safety device to prevent unauthorized use, ie the electromagnet 44 can be purposefully operated as a security system, to prevent the frame 14 can be unfolded by anyone except the authorized user.

The controller can be programmed to power the electromagnet 44 to prevent, if the entry of an access authorization does not occur. The control 73 For example, the computing device 28 , for example, can be programmed to power the electromagnet 44 to prevent when capturing a previously detected mobile device 48 For example, a mobile phone fails. As another example, the controller 73 For example, the computing device 28 , be programmed to prevent the power supply of the electromagnet when the detection of a radio proximity device, such as a radio proximity detection feature fails in a key fob.

At the magnet 42 and / or on the electromagnet 44 can be a buffer layer 46 to be appropriate. The buffer layer 46 may be formed of a non-ferromagnetic material such as plastic. The buffer layer 46 is between the magnet 42 and the electromagnet 44 arranged when the frame 14 is in the folded position. The buffer layer 46 prevents the magnet 42 at the core of the electromagnet 44 engages fully, whereby the repelling would be impossible if the electromagnet 44 is powered.

Referring to the 10A to 12 , can the hinge 32 be spring loaded to a movement of the frame 14 from the folded position to the unfolded position to support and the frame 14 in the unfolded position while the user holds the frame 14 locked in the unfolded position. For example, a spring 57 be trained, the frame 14 around the hinge 34 to bias to the unfolded position.

The hinge 34 can concrete a post 62 that with the first set of plates 60 is connected and different from the first sentence 60 through the first holder 58 through to a projecting end 63 extends. A cap 65 may be adjacent to the projecting end 63 at the post 62 be set. The feather 57 is between the cap 65 and the first holder 58 at the post 62 held. The cap 65 can get into threaded engagement with the post 62 so they go along the post 62 can be adjusted to the tension of the spring 57 to change.

Referring to the 10A to 11B , the first holder move 58 and the second holder 59 towards each other, and the first set of plates 50 and the second set of plates 61 move each other as well as towards the first holder 58 and the second holder 59 if the frame 14 moved from the unfolded position to the folded position. The first set of plates 60 pulls the post 62 through the first holder 58 through to the spring 57 between the cap 65 and the first holder 58 to compress when the first set of plates 60 opposite the first holder 58 emotional. The compression of the spring 57 between the cap 65 and the first holder 58 pushes the frame 14 through the first set of plates 60 through in the unfolded position.

Referring to 12 , the frame can 14 through a bracket 54 be kept in the folded position. For example, the parenthesis 64 targeted both the front segment 30 as well as the rear segment 32 lock in the retracted position to allow mutual movement between the front segment 30 and the rear segment 32 to prevent the unfolded position. The unfolding process can take place when the user clicks the clip 54 solves. If the chamber 54 solved is the spring 57 be formed to the unfolding of the frame 14 initiate. After unfolding, the user can then press a clamp, not shown, to the bicycle 10 in the unfolded position to block. Once the clamp has been actuated, the user can access the electric two-wheeler 10 put.

In another embodiment, the front segment 30 and the back segment 32 be connected by a (not shown) torsion spring to assist the movement between the folded and the unfolded position. As soon as the frame 14 is in the unfolded position, the torsion spring can be returned to a folded orientation, in which it is ready to support the next unfolding process. The torsion spring, for example, be designed so that the pedaling of the crank 56 the spring is tensioned again. The process of re-tensioning the spring may be performed in any suitable manner. For example, the torsion spring can be returned by an electric motor. As another example, a crank 56 be coupled with a linkage. The linkage may be configured to automatically reset the torsion spring when the user depresses the crank 56 initiates. For example, a semi-toothed gear with the spring and the crank 56 be coupled to actuate the torsion spring in the extended position by half a turn, which is not engaged, however, once the torsion spring has been returned to the folded position. Alternatively, the linkage may have a projection, and the crank 56 may have a corresponding projection which is adapted to force the spring back into the folded orientation.

The handlebar arrangement 16 can with the front segment 30 between a like in the 1 and 3 shown, extended position and one as in 2 shown, retracted position pivotally coupled. Referring to the 1 to 3 can the handlebar assembly 16 for example, a shaft 64 have that with the front segment 30 of the frame 14 is rotatably connected. On the shaft 64 is a handlebar 66 for steering the electric bicycle 10 supported by a driver. The handlebar arrangement 16 can a fork 68 have the front wheel 20 rotatably supported. The fork 68 can from the front segment 30 of the frame 14 be rotatably supported, and the shaft 64 can with the fork 68 be connected to the fork 68 opposite the front segment 30 to turn. The fork 68 For example, it may have a single arm, which is the front wheel 20 as shown in the figures, or alternatively have two fingers, the opposite sides of the front wheel 20 support.

Referring to 5A , the shaft can 64 with the fork 68 be removably connected. The fork 68 and / or the shaft 64 can have at least one magnet 70 brace to the shaft 64 at the fork 68 to keep. For example, the fork 68 the magnet 70 support, and the shaft 64 can be an end 72 hold, which is formed of a ferromagnetic material. For mounting the shaft 64 and the fork 68 becomes the magnet 70 aligned to the end, so that the end of the magnet 70 magnetically attracted. The shaft 64 or the fork 68 can be a mechanical lock 74 , for example one of in 32 shown similar mechanical clamp 74 have, after assembly, the shaft 64 at the fork 68 clamp. To the shaft 64 from the fork 68 To disassemble, a force can be applied, that is manually applied by the user, which is greater than the magnetic attraction between the magnet 70 and the end 72 , so that the shaft 64 out of engagement with the fork 68 is brought. When the shaft 64 out of engagement with the fork 68 can, the shaft can 64 and the handlebars 66 as in 5A shown in the formwork 36 be stowed. At the magnet 70 it can be an electromagnet that is in 5A with the reference number 70 is provided and can be turned on to generate a magnetic field, so that the shaft 64 at the fork 68 is held. The electromagnet 70 can be turned off to disable the magnetic field, thus the shank 64 as in 5A shown out of engagement with the fork 68 can be brought. For example, the electromagnet 70 be energized to the shaft 64 with the fork 68 align at what time the mechanical clamp 74 for fixing the shaft 64 and the fork 68 can be clamped. After the shaft 64 at the fork 68 has been established, the electromagnet 70 be turned off so that the shaft 64 from the fork 68 can be dismantled after the mechanical terminal has been solved.

Referring to 7 , the electromagnet can 70 manually and / or automatically switched on and / or off. For example, a switch with the electromagnet 70 communicate to turn the electromagnet on and off. Additionally or alternatively, the computing device 28 of the electric two-wheeler 10 the electromagnet 70 switch on automatically. For example, the computing device 28 power the electromagnet when the frame 14 unfolded, which is the computing device 28 can be communicated by sensors, not shown. As another example, the computing device 28 the electromagnet 70 provide power when the electric two-wheeler 10 as stated above with the access authorization has been released for use. The computing device 28 can the electromagnet 70 automatically switch off, if, for example, the mechanical terminal 74 is clamped, which is the computing device 28 can be communicated by sensors, not shown. The bicycle 10 can in the first segment 30 or the second segment 32 a sensor 49 which is configured to detect when the frame 14 is in the folded and / or the unfolded position. The sensor 49 can the computing device 28 an ad communicate about whether the frame 14 in the folded-in position and / or in the unfolded position.

The mechanical lock 74 can be detachable on the handlebar arrangement 66 and the first segment 30 engage when the handlebar assembly 66 in the extended position. The mechanical lock 74 can be trained to control 73 For example, the computing device 28 to announce when the mechanical lock 74 on the handlebar assembly 66 and the first segment 30 intervenes. The mechanical lock 74 For example, it may include a sensor configured to detect when the mechanical lock 74 the handlebar arrangement 66 locked in the extended position. This sensor can be the controller 73 , for example, the computing device 28 , Communicate data to the controller 73 For example, the computing device 28 to recognize that the handlebar assembly 66 locked in the extended position. The control 73 For example, the computing device 28 , may be configured to provide an instruction to interrupt the power supply of the electromagnet 70 provide, if the mechanical lock 74 the controller 73 to recognize that the handlebar assembly 66 locked in the extended position. Alternatively, the controller 73 programmed to the electromagnet 70 to power for a predetermined period of time after the electromagnet 70 initially powered.

As in 7 shown, the fold-out assistance system 47 the computing device 28 exhibit. As explained above, the computing device 28 the processor 31 and the data store 29 exhibit. As in the block 310 of the 8th shown, the data store 29 Store instructions that include programming to receive an instruction from an input device to the first segment 30 and the second segment 32 of the frame 14 to move from a folded to an unfolded position. The input device may, for example, as explained above, be an access authorization such as a recognized mobile telephone, an RFID device, etc. As in block 312 As shown, the instructions may include programming for connecting the power source, such as the battery 26 with which electromagnets embrace the magnet 42 which is magnetic with the electromagnet 44 is coupled when the frame is in the folded position. In other words, the computing device 28 the electromagnet 44 by an input to the computing device 28 an instruction to open the frame 14 from the folded position to the deployed position. When entering the calculator 28 it may be a step performed by the driver, such as an application of the mechanical or electronic key or the pressing of a button, etc., or it may be a step that is automatically performed by the computing device 28 is executed when an access authorization is detected. As in block 314 The instructions can be programmed to receive a message from the sensor 49 include that frame 14 in the unfolded position.

As in block 316 12, the instructions may be programmed in response to the instruction from the input device to provide an instruction to connect the power source, such as the battery 26 , to the electromagnet 70 included to the handlebar assembly 16 by pushing in the extended position to tighten. As in block 318 The instructions may be programmed to receive an indication from the mechanical lock 74 in that the handlebar arrangement 74 is locked in the relative extended position, and for providing an instruction to disconnect the power source, such as the battery 26 , from the electromagnet 70 in response to the indication of the mechanical lock 74 contain.

The instructions can be programmed to pre-energize the electromagnet 44 to assist in unfolding the frame 14 from the folded position to the unfolded position and to the subsequent power supply of the electromagnet 70 to assist in locking the handlebar assembly 16 included in the extended position. The driver of the two-wheeler 10 can thus only the frame 14 fold out and then the handlebar assembly 16 lock in the extended position.

Referring to the 1 to 3 can the seat arrangement 18 a seat post 76 who is on the frame 14 , for example at the rear segment 32 , engages, as well as a saddle 78 that with the seat post 76 is connected. The shaft 64 and the seat post 76 are elongated, and the frame 14 has a low profile. This configuration produces a low passage that allows the driver to exceed the frame 14 for sitting on the electric bicycle 10 facilitated.

The seat post 76 has a post 80 and a seat tube 82 on which with the frame 14 is coupled and opposite the frame 14 is mobile. The frame 14 can concretely a slot 84 define, ie a hole 84 that the seat tube 82 telescopically receives, leaving the seat tube 82 on request through the slot 84 across from the frame 14 can slide. The post 80 can with the seat tube 82 be connected telescopically, so that the post 80 on request in the seat tube 82 retracts. The saddle 78 settles on the seat tube 82 establish.

The slot 84 can become an upper end of the frame 14 to a lower end of the frame 14 through the frame 14 extend through. The seat tube 82 can in the slot 84 in any suitable way to the frame 14 be set. For example, a locking mechanism, not shown, the seat tube 82 in the slot 84 releasably engage the seat tube 82 opposite the frame 14 set. The locking mechanism can be locked and unlocked with a mechanical or electrical button, switch, etc.

The seat tube 82 can a slot 86 define that the post 80 telescopically receives. The slot 86 of the seat tube 82 can get along one with the slot 84 of the frame 14 extend along the common axis. The post 80 can in the slot 86 in any suitable manner on the seat tube 82 be set. For example, a locking mechanism, not shown, which is the same locking mechanism that supports the post 80 on the seat tube 82 locks, or one of them can act different locking mechanism, the post 80 on the seat tube 82 releasably lock to the post 80 and the seat tube 82 determine each other. The locking mechanism can be locked and unlocked with a mechanical or electrical button, switch, etc.

Referring to the 1 to 4 , the seat post can 76 between one in the 1 and 3 shown, extended position and a like in the 2 and 4 shown, stowed position to be moved. The seat post 76 can be compared to the frame 14 be extended, with the seat tube in the extended position 82 upwards out of the frame 14 extends and the post 80 upwards out of the seat tube 82 extends. The seat post 76 can be compared to the frame 14 retracted, wherein in the stowed position, the seat tube 82 opposite the frame 14 extends down and up the post 80 extends down into the seat tube inside. Moving the pole 80 and the seat tube 82 between the extended position and the stowed position can be performed by hand, ie by the user, and / or automatically, ie motorized.

As in 4 shown, the post can 80 Also remain extended to use as a handle to move the electric bicycle 10 to be used. The seat tube 82 in other words, can be moved to the stowed position, leaving the frame 14 can be folded and the shuttering 36 the frame 14 can enclose. The seat tube 82 can remain in the extended position, so that the user, for example, a passenger, the folded bicycle 10 on the extended seat tube 82 hold on and the folded bicycle 10 can push. If the user is the seat tube 82 want to retract into the stowed position, the user can do this, for example, the space required by the electric two-wheeler 10 for example, to reduce storage.

As in 2 shown, the post can be 80 of the seat post 76 in the stowed position of the frame 14 extend down to the frame 14 to be supported on the ground. Referring to the 2 and 4 , can be a roller 88 at the seat tube 82 of the seat post 76 be stored to move the electric bicycle 10 to facilitate when the seat post 76 is in the stowed position. Specifically, the electric two-wheeler 10 on the wheels and the roller 88 be pushed when the frame 14 is moved to the folded position and the seat post 76 is in the stowed position.

The roller 88 Can be ordered in the seat tube 82 be retracted. For example, a not shown gear system between the roller 88 and the hinge 34 be arranged. The gear system may be configured to the roller 88 from the seat tube 82 drive out when the frame 14 is folded and around the caster 88 in the seat tube 82 retract when the frame 14 is unfolded. As such, the extension / retraction of the roller 88 regardless of the movement of the seat post 76 between the extended position and the retracted position.

The battery 26 can in the seat post 76 be arranged and supported by this. At the battery 26 For example, it may be a multi-cell lithium-ion battery 26 act. The battery 26 can have any suitable capacity class, such as 5 to 10 Ah.

The section of the seat post 76 that's the battery 26 can be supported by the rest of the seating arrangement 18 be removable. For example, the post 80 of the seat post 76 Support the battery and get off the post 80 have it removed. The seat tube 82 and the post 80 may have corresponding electrical contacts to allow the battery 26 with the rest of the electric bicycle 10 For example, the computing device 28 , can be connected.

Since they are from the rest of the seating arrangement 18 removable, the battery can 26 with the computing device 28 paired and operated as theft protection. When the battery 26 from the rest of the electric bicycle 10 is removed, the electric two-wheeler can be 10 do not drive, and the battery 26 can thus be removed to act as theft protection.

As will be explained below, the seat tube 82 to a charging console to charge the battery 26 from the rest of the electric bicycle 10 be docked away when off the post 80 Will get removed. The charging console may include an electrical contact communicating with a power source and for communicating with the electrical contact of the seat tube 82 is designed to charge the battery 26 to charge electrically. As an example, the charging console may be a vehicle charging console 90 act like in 26 shown in a console of the vehicle 12 is integrated. As another example, the charging console may be one as in FIG 27 shown, external charging console 91 , For example, a desk charger, act, for example, is plugged into a wall socket.

The electric bicycle 10 may have an assembly monitoring system. The mounting monitoring system has, for example, sensors, for example the sensor 49 for monitoring the folded / unfolded position of the frame 14 , the mounting of the shaft 64 on the fork 68 the handlebar arrangement 16 , the position of the seat assembly 18 , and / or the position of the shuttering 36 , The sensors may be proximity sensors for measuring the position and / or pressure sensors for measuring the clamping. For example in block 320 of the 8th shown, the data store 29 in the fold-out assistance system 47 Store instructions that include programming for providing visual and / or audible confirmation that the frame 14 unfolded and / or that the mechanical lock 74 the handlebar arrangement 16 locked in the extended position.

Referring to 13 , the mounting monitoring system may have visual and / or audible feedback when the frame 14 , the handlebar arrangement 16 , the seating arrangement 18 and / or the shuttering 36 correctly mounted or not mounted. The mounting monitoring system may, for example, one or more green lights 96 to indicate proper mounting and / or one or more red lights to indicate improper mounting. Additionally or alternatively, the mounting monitoring system may generate an audible sound, such as a clicking sound, when one or more components have been correctly mounted. The mounting monitoring system may include a test button to recheck the correct assembly prior to or during operation of the electric bicycle 10 exhibit.

Referring to 9 have the front segment 30 and the back segment 32 of the frame 14 opposing surfaces 98 on, which face each other when the frame 14 in the unfolded position. In the how in 9 shown, folded position, the surfaces 98 be parallel to each other. The hinge 34 can be between the surfaces 98 are located.

A locking system 100 can be supported by the surfaces and in the surfaces 98 be integrated. Referring to the 14A and 14B can the locking system 100 a locking device extending through at least one of the surfaces 98 extends through. In the Locking device may be, for example, a locking element 102 act that is detachable on the surfaces 98 intervenes. As in 9 shown, the locking element 102 For example, be U-shaped, ie have two parallel ends and extending between the parallel sections, curved portion. The surfaces 98 can take pictures 106 define which receive the parallel ends. The locking element 102 and at least one of the shots 106 can be designed so that the locking element 102 with at least one of the shots 106 lock. If the parallel ends as in 9 shown by the recordings 106 on the same area 98 can be included, the frame 14 moved into the unfolded position, wherein the locking element in the receptacles 106 stowed.

The locking element 102 can between the surfaces 98 be arranged when the first segment 30 and the second segment 32 of the frame 14 in the unfolded position. The locking element 102 can between the surfaces 98 can be stowed and can with the two-wheeler 10 be transported when the two-wheeler 10 is operated. For example, the first segment 30 and the second segment 32 as in 3 shown between the surfaces 98 a cavity 101 define. The locking element 102 is in the cavity 101 arranged when the frame 14 in the unfolded position.

If the frame 14 is in the folded position, the locking element 102 as in 14A shown from the two shots 106 on the same area 98 be removed and as in 14B shown in one of the two shots 106 and in the recording 106 be introduced to the frame 14 in the folded position on a stationary element 108 such as a bicycle stand, a lamppost, etc. to lock. The locking element 102 in other words, closes the stationary element 108 between the locking element 102 and the frame 14 one.

An in 14A schematically shown lock 109 can the locking element 102 in the recordings 106 releasably lock. At the castle 109 It can be any suitable type of lock that works in one or both shots 106 is arranged. The locking element 102 For example, may have an incision, not shown, in the lock 109 in the recording 106 intervenes. The castle 109 For example, may have a pawl system, so that the locking member 102 at different depths in the shots 106 can be locked in order to consider various stationary elements. With a like in the 14A and 14B shown unlocking 110 can the castle 109 and the locking element 102 be disengaged. The unlocking 110 can be partially electronically operated. The above-described mounting monitoring system can visually and / or acoustically identify when the lock is activated, for example, when the locking element 102 correct in the recordings 106 located.

In another, as in 15 shown embodiment of the locking system 100 If the locking device is a flexible cable 112 passing through one of the surfaces 98 out of the frame 14 extendable and in the frame 14 is retractable. The locking element 102 is on the cable 112 fixed and is releasably lockable on the lock.

The castle 109 can be controlled in any suitable manner. For example, the lock 109 be operated mechanically, for example with a key, a combination lock, etc. Alternatively or additionally, the lock 109 as in 16 shown with a keyless lock system 107 be operated. The keyless lock system 107 can be a sensor 111 comprise, for example, a proximity sensor, the recognition feature, such as a key fob, a mobile device 48 , such as a smartphone, etc. captured to the lock 109 automatically unlock when the identifying feature is within a predetermined range. Similarly, the keyless lock system 107 the castle 109 lock when the identifier is moved over the predetermined distance. With the keyless lock system 107 can the castle 109 even in the case of an empty battery 26 still be operated with a key.

The keyless lock system 107 can be like in 16 shown a controller, such as the computing device 28 , that with the sensor 111 and the castle 109 communicated. The identifying feature, such as the mobile device 48 , can with the sensor 111 and / or the computing device 28 communicate. For example, the sensor 111 as stated above, for detecting the presence of the recognition feature, such as the mobile device 48 within a predetermined distance from the sensor 111 be educated. The sensor 111 is designed to detect the detection feature, such as the mobile device 48 the computing device 28 to communicate. The computing device 28 is programmed to the lock 109 when the sensor detects the recognition feature, such as the mobile device 48 communicated. Alternatively, the computing device 48 for example, for direct Receive instructions from the recognition feature, such as the mobile device 28 , to unlock the lock 109 be educated.

The keyless lock system 107 may be features for the shared use of the electric bicycle 10 exhibit. For example, the user may provide a code to a recipient, for example by a code message and a map of the location of the electric bicycle 10 in a mobile device. For example, the recipient can transfer the code to a mobile device 48 enter, and the card can be used on the mobile device 48 are displayed. The receiver can then use the two-wheeler 10 locate using the card and unlock using the code. For example, an application software that works on the mobile device 48 has been uploaded to the keyless lock system 107 communicate the code so that the lock 109 automatically unlocked.

The electric bicycle 10 can also have a sabotage detection system, with the lock 109 communicated. The sabotage detection system can sabotage the lock 109 capture and send a message to a passenger's mobile device when a sabotage occurs. For example, the sabotage detection system can enter through the lock 109 led electrical cable, vibration sensors, etc. have. For example, an unforeseen charging current failure prior to reaching a full charge may indicate that the electrical cable has been severed.

Referring to the 17A to 18B can the electric two-wheeler 10 a charging system 116 to charge the battery 26 at a power source, such as a public charging station 118 exhibit. A first embodiment of the charging system is in the 17A to 17C and a second embodiment of the charging system is in the 18A to 18B shown.

Referring to the 17B and 17C , one of the surfaces 98 for example, the area 98 at the rear segment 32 , a cargo unit 117 have, by at least one of the surfaces 98 is supported. The loading unit 117 For example, a power outlet 120 have, which is for receiving a plug 122 the charging station 118 is trained. The power socket 120 and the plug 122 may be formed in any suitable manner. The loading unit 117 communicates to charge the battery 26 with the battery 26 ,

The electric bicycle 10 can be a plug lock system 124 for locking the plug 122 at the power socket 124 exhibit. The plug lock system 124 can be operated as theft protection. The plug 122 can for example via a sabotagesicheres cable 126 For example, having a flexible braided sheath, with the charging station 118 be connected. In such an embodiment, the sabotagesichere cable supplied 126 Not only the power cover with power, but also acts as theft protection when the plug 122 with the plug lock system 124 at the frame 14 is rescheduled. At the plug 122 it can be a standardized universal plug, so that the plug 122 in public spaces and with any standard electric two-wheeler 10 can be used. The cable 126 can in the charging station 118 retractable, so a slack in the cable 126 reduce when the plug 122 with the power socket 120 connected is.

The plug lock system 124 can the locking element 102 and the lockable sockets 106 exhibit. The lockable sockets 106 are for receiving the locking element 102 on opposite sides of the power outlet 120 arranged. The power socket 120 In other words, between the lockable sockets 106 arranged.

The locking element 102 For example, it can be designed to be on the charging plug 122 intervene. The plug 122 can a groove 128 define the shape and size of the locking element 102 corresponds, so that the locking element 102 in the groove 128 fits into it and rests in it, leaving the plug 122 at the frame 14 is locked. The locking element 102 may have a circular cross-section, and the groove 128 may have a semicircular cross-section.

The plug lock system 124 can a the castle 109 in 14A similar lock, which the locking element 102 in the sockets 106 releasably locked. The lock can be of any type, and it can be in one or both sockets 106 be arranged. The locking element 102 may, for example, have a cutout with which the lock in the socket 106 intervenes. The lock may for example have a pawl system, so that the locking element 102 with different depths in the sockets 106 can be locked to allow for plugs of different sizes and shapes. The mounting monitoring system can, as explained above, visually and / or acoustically indicate when the lock is operated, for example, when the locking element 102 correctly in the sockets 106 located.

The locking element 102 can in the lockable sockets 106 be stowed when the power outlet 120 not used. In this embodiment, the frame can be 14 move into the unfolded position while the locking element 102 in the lockable sockets 106 located. Referring to 14B in which is the frame 14 is in the folded position, the locking element 102 from the lockable sockets 106 be removed, leaving the plug 122 with the power socket 120 can be engaged. As soon as the plug 122 at the power socket 120 engages, the locking element 102 in the lockable sockets 106 inserted and into the groove 128 be introduced to the plug 122 at the frame 14 to lock.

Referring to 18A can the electric two-wheeler 10 have a plug that is a power outlet 134 at the charging station 118 and a rope 132 that the plug 130 with the frame 14 connects, engages. The rope 132 can be from one of the surfaces 98 of the frame 14 extend out. The rope 132 can through the area 98 through the frame 14 be retractable. The rope 132 can be sabotagesicher, for example, have a flexible braided shell.

The locking element 102 Can be used to lock with the surface 98 and for locking with the charging station 118 with the plug 130 be coupled. The locking element 102 can be similar in the 17A to C with the lockable sockets 106 in the area 98 be locked. In such an embodiment, the locking element holds 102 the plug 130 on the surface 98 , and the frame 14 can be moved to the folded position while the locking element 102 with the area 98 engaged.

The plug 130 can rings 136 having the locking element 102 pick up, so that the plug 130 and the locking element 102 as a unit between the frame 14 and the charging station 118 let move. The locking element 102 can through the rings 136 through the plug 130 slide to the locking element 102 for correct engagement with the frame 14 and / or the charging station 118 opposite the plug 130 to adjust.

The charging station 118 can for receiving and locking the locking element 102 be educated. The locking element 102 may for example have a circular cross-section, and the charging station 118 can grooves 138 defining a semicircular cross section for receiving the locking element 102 exhibit. The locking element 102 can in the grooves 138 at the charging station 118 issue. A locking cylinder 140 can be like in 18A shown on the locking element 102 be locked so that the charging station 118 between the locking cylinder 140 and the locking element 102 is locked. If it is not used, the locking cylinder can 140 in any suitable place on the electric bicycle 10 stowed, for example, between the surfaces 98 ,

The powertrain 24 has a crank 56 and a motor 142 on which to drive a rear wheel 22 with the rear wheel 22 are coupled. The crank 56 and the engine 142 can work in any suitable way with the rear wheel 22 be coupled. For example, the crank 56 and the engine 142 as in the 19 to 21 shown via a belt drive 144 with the rear wheel 22 coupled. The crank 56 can be rotated by a driver with human power, for example, by pedaling with the feet of the driver. The motor 142 can be around the crank 56 around near the middle section of the frame 14 be supported. This embodiment ensures a weight balance of the electric two-wheeler 10 , The belt drive 144 and the engine 142 can be encapsulated behind a cover.

With the belt drive 144 it may be a type known in the industry as the "Gates Belt Drive". The belt drive 144 has a gear 148 ie a chainring with the crank 56 and the engine 142 coupled, and a gear 150 that with the rear wheel 22 is coupled, up. At the gear 148 it is a drive gear, and the gear 150 around a driven gear. The crank 56 is with warehouses 152 rotatable with the frame 14 connected. The gear 148 is with warehouses 152 rotatable with the frame 14 connected.

A belt 154 is engaged with the gears 148 . 150 , this revolves and transmits a rotation of the gear 148 on the gear 150 , With the belt drive 144 it can be a catchy gear drive, ie a gear drive with a specified gear ratio. Alternatively, it may be the gear that is connected to the rear wheel 22 coupled to act an epicyclic gear arrangement. The fixed epicyclic gear arrangement may include a gear ratio, a hub, and a freewheel between the gear ratio and the hub. In such an embodiment may be a gear arrangement with 3 to 5 gears.

The crank 56 is via a freewheel connection 156 ie a freewheel 156 coupled with the gear. The freewheel connection 156 is trained to a movement of the crank 56 on the gear 148 to transfer when the crank 56 faster than the forward rotation of the gear 148 is moved forward, and trained to face the crank 56 free to rotate when the gear 148 moved faster forward than the crank 56 , This allows independent forward movement of the crank 56 and the gear 148 , For example, for an optional movement initiation of the crank 56 and / or the engine 142 , The freewheel connection 156 can be referred to as overrunning clutch. As is known to those skilled in the art, the freewheeling connection 156 For example, have an outer hub and a spindle. The outer hub may have an internal sawtooth pattern, and the spindle may include a locking device or a spring-loaded element that allows the outer hub to rotate freely in a direction opposite the spindle and locks against the spindle when rotated in the opposite direction ,

The freewheel connection 156 will be between the crank 56 and the gear from the crank 56 and / or the Zahrad 148 supported. Between the gear 148 and a housing 155 that the crank 56 is a warehouse 153 arranged. The housing 155 can be compared to the frame 14 be supported.

Referring to the 19 and 21 it can be at the engine 142 to act an electric motor. At the engine 142 it may, for example, be an axial flow motor. The motor 142 can magnets 158 on the circumference of the gear 158 supported and phased coils 160 in a circumferential pattern on the frame 14 supported. The magnets 158 can concretely at the gear 148 and the phased coils 160 can on the frame 14 be set. The spools 160 generate magnetic fields which the magnets 158 for turning the gear 148 drive. The rotational speed of the gear 148 can be controlled by an input device, such as a mechanical input element, such as a lever, knob, knob, etc., on the handlebar 66 is supported. Alternatively, the input device may be the mobile device 48 act, such as through a program or software application on the mobile device 48 using a user interface of the mobile device 48 , For example, a touch-sensitive screen, is accessible. The input device can be connected to the computing device 28 coupled, which is used to control the engine 142 with the engine 142 is coupled.

The freewheel connection 156 is between the crank 56 and the gear 148 arranged. As in the 19 and 21 shown, at least a portion of the engine is concentric around the freewheel connection 156 around. For example, the magnets 158 concentrically spaced around the freewheel connection 156 lying around.

The gear 148 can, as in 19 shown concentrically around at least a portion of the housing 155 lying around. The warehouse 153 can be between the gear 148 and the housing 155 be arranged.

The crank 56 and the engine 142 can be operated independently or simultaneously. The crank 56 For example, it can be operated independently to the electric bicycle 10 by kicking the crank 56 without force transmission from the engine 142 to drive in a forward direction of rotation. In such an operation, the crank 56 to drive the gear 148 in engagement with the freewheel connection 156 , The motor 142 can be operated independently to the electric two-wheeler 10 by turning the gear 148 using the magnets 158 and the coils 160 without force from the crank 56 to drive in a forward direction of rotation.

The crank 56 and the engine 142 can be using the freewheel connection 156 between the crank 56 and the gear 148 to be used simultaneously. The motor 142 can the gear 148 for example, rotate at a selected speed. During this rotation of the engine drives the engine 142 the gear 148 if the crank 56 the freewheel connection 156 drives slower forward than the engine 142 the gear 148 drives forward, and the freewheel connection 156 allows the gear 148 , facing the crank 56 to move forward. Alternatively, if the crank 56 the freewheel connection 156 Turns faster forward than the engine 142 the gear 148 turns forward, engages the freewheel connection 156 in the gear 148 and it finds a transmission of the forward rotation of the crank 56 on the gear 148 instead of. The motor 142 thus can the rotation of the gear 148 maintained at a minimum speed, ie the engine 142 it can be the gear 148 make it impossible to turn below the minimum speed, and the crank 56 can be specifically turned forward faster than the engine 142 so that the gear 148 is rotated above the minimum speed.

The motor 142 Can be used to generate electricity when the gear 148 through the crank 56 is rotated and / or when the electric bicycle 10 is slowed down. While in other words the crank 56 the gear 148 The magnets are moving forwards 158 opposite to the phased coils 160 , and the engine 142 acts as an alternator. The motor 142 can the battery 26 with power to charge the battery 26 supply and / or may be connected to other power storage devices.

Because the gear 150 at the rear wheel 22 is set, is the belt 154 with the gear 148 coupled, and the gear 148 runs on the freewheel connection 156 , where the gear 148 over the belt 154 with the rear wheel 22 rotates. The gear 148 in other words always turns when the rear wheel 22 rotates. Accordingly, the engine can 142 As always stated above, always be operated as an alternator when the rear wheel 22 rotates. The belt 154 and the engine 142 Can be designed to the rear wheel 22 to provide a regenerative braking effect.

The operation of the engine 142 as an alternator reduces the rotational speed of the gear 148 , The motor 142 can thus be used as an alternator to the electric two-wheeler 10 at least partially decelerate. The motor 142 For example, in a training mode, it may be operated as an alternator, in which the engine 142 by the operation of the magnets / coils 160 the crank 56 can oppose a resistance. While the driver is cranking 56 occurs to overcome the resistance, the driver turns the magnets 158 opposite the coils 160 so the engine 142 is operated as an alternator.

For kinetic energy recovery ensures the direct coupling between the engine 142 and the rear wheel 22 in that the energy flow can be completely reversed. The freewheel connection 156 at the crank 56 Ensures that the driver can idle while the engine is running 142 through the kinetic energy of the driver and the electric two-wheeler 10 rotates.

Once the power of the engine 142 is interrupted and / or the passenger stops pedaling, the engine can 142 switch to the regenerating mode. That means the electric two-wheeler 10 slowed down faster than idling. It is effectively braked electronically, and an in 3 shown rear brake light 143 will be turned on automatically. Since the same regenerating effect occurs when the passenger operates the brakes (stops pedaling, the motor current 142 fails, the regenerative mode is used), no separate brake contact switch is needed.

The bicycle 10 may have a control with the engine 142 and the brake light 143 communicated. The controller may be configured to allow the brake light 143 lights up when the gear 150 the belt 154 drives, ie when the two-wheeler 10 idle. Referring to 28 , the rear brake light can 143 for example, with the computing device 28 of the two-wheeler 10 communicate. The computing device 28 Can be programmed to the brake light 143 to illuminate when the gear 150 the belt 154 drives. In the case where the driver stops pedaling and the two-wheeler, for example 10 in the freewheel, drives the gear 150 the belt, and the engine 142 generates electricity for charging the battery 26 , the calculator can 28 in other words grasp that gear 150 the belt 154 drives and in response to this an instruction to light up the brake light 143 provide.

Referring to 23 can the computing device 28 programmed with an energy recovery control logic. As in block 164 As shown, the energy recovery control logic may have three modes. Specifically, the energy recovery control logic may be turned off, operated in a throttle mode or a pedal assist mode. The pedal assist mode may be referred to as pedelec or energy assist mode. The purpose of the Pedalassistenzmodus can, for example, consist of a rule such as the EU Directive 2002/24 / EC and or EN 15194 for roadworthy use of electric bicycles to meet.

When the energy recovery control logic is off, the electric bicycle can 10 by human power over the crank 56 be driven and is not by the engine 142 driven, as in block 166 will be shown. In throttle mode, the electric two-wheeler 10 through the engine 42 powered and independent of the human force through the crank 56 to be controlled. As with block 168 shown, the energy recovery control logic provides the engine 142 with electricity, when power is required, ie when the force is applied by the driver. The introduction of force can for example be operated variably to the power supply of the motor 142 to change. As with block 168 2, the energy recovery control logic runs in a recovery mode when no power is required. In recovery mode, the rear wheel becomes 22 of the electric two-wheeler 10 slowed down and it is operated a brake light.

When the energy recovery control logic is switched to the pedal assistance mode, the electric bicycle can 10 both from the engine 142 as well as by human force on the crank 56 are driven. Only if the crank 56 as with block 170 shown on the pedals is kicked by the driver, the electric two-wheeler 10 with the support of the engine 142 be driven by the driver complementary to the human driving force. The energy assist quantity is provided by the computing device 28 calculated. In pedal assist mode, when the crank 56 is not pedaled, the energy recovery control logic runs in a recovery mode. In recovery mode, the rear wheel becomes 22 of the electric two-wheeler 10 braked, and the brake light is actuated.

The motor 142 can balance the power supply to the rear wheel 22 operate. Some drivers of the electric two-wheeler 10 in other words the crank 56 about the pedals at certain angles of rotation harder or easier, for example, depending on the power of the driver. For example, some drivers may be a "blank" in the application of force to the crank 56 cause when the driver's legs top dead center of the crank 56 overcome, and initiate a higher force on the downstroke.

As in the 19 . 21 and 22 shown on the crank 56 a value transmitter 172 to detect "blanks" in the rotation of the crank 56 at the crank 56 be set. This "blank" detection can be used to operate the engine 142 in the "gaps" to compensate for the driving movement of the two-wheeler 10 be used.

Referring to the 24 and 25 may be a controller, such as the computing device 28 be programmed with an energy control logic. The data store 29 of the computing device 28 may store instructions that include programming to execute the power management logic, as explained in greater detail below. The energy control logic is in 24 shown in detail, and in 25 For example, the energy control logic is shown to be included in the energy and recovery control logic. Is the energy and recovery control logic as in 25 shown in pedal assist mode as in block 164 shown, and the crank 56 pedaling, in other words, the power management logic is in operation.

The energy control logic can extend the life of the battery 26 manage and can the charge status of the battery 26 to a user interface 218 of the vehicle and / or a mobile device 48 , such as a mobile phone, a navigation device, etc. communicate. Since the cell voltage can decrease under load (acceleration) and increase upon discharge, the actual state of charge can be approximately determined using an algorithm.

The power management logic may be based on an actual and / or ongoing heart rate of the driver. The computing device 28 of the two-wheeler 10 can be designed to receive the heart rate. The data store 29 of the computing device 28 For example, it may store instructions that include programming to receive the driver's heart rate. Referring to 28 can be a heart rate monitor 145 for example, with the computing device 28 communicate and for communicating a heart rate signal, which represents a heart rate of the driver, to the controller, for example to the computing device 28 be trained. The heart rate monitor 145 For example, it may include contact pads that measure the heartbeat of the driver. The contact plates, for example, on the handlebars 66 be arranged to measure the heartbeat of the driver when the driver turns the handlebar 66 embraces. Alternatively or additionally, the heart rate monitor may be of any suitable type, such as a wristwatch, a chest band, etc.

The heart rate monitor 145 can be used to provide "last kilometer cooling" when used with location data, such as GPS data. The electric bicycle 10 can be programmed specifically to provide increased support in the last part of the route. This may contribute to the driver not arriving at his destination in a suboptimal hygienic condition, such as sweaty.

The energy control logic may be based on planned and / or ongoing travel route data. The driving distance can be from a mobile device 48 , such as a mobile phone, a navigation device, etc., or when the electric bicycle 10 on a mobile device 58 or a vehicle 12 docked. The power management logic may use road data such as altitude, topography, road conditions, lighting, traffic, etc., to improve energy usage forecasting. The power management logic can receive updates in real time while driving. The electric bicycle 10 can in any suitable way with the mobile device 48 connected, such as USB, wireless (Bluetooth, NFC, etc.), etc.

The energy control logic may use a Global Positioning System (GPS) to provide the maximum available support in the last part of the route, ie the last scheduled kilometer. The data store 29 may store instructions that include programming to receive a destination distance of the bicycle from a predetermined position, ie, the distance between the bicycle 10 and the predetermined destination. The controller, for example the computing device 28 , can be used to receive the destination distance of the two-wheeler 10 be formed opposite the predetermined destination. For example, a locating device may be designed to give the controller the destination distance of the electric two-wheeled vehicle 10 communicate with the predetermined destination. The locating device may be, for example, the mobile device 48 act. The mobile device 48 For example, it may include a GPS receiver and GPS information to the computing device 28 to transfer.

The computing device 28 can the current output of the battery 26 due to the destination distance to provide a sufficient state of charge until reaching the destination. The data store 29 can store instructions that include programming to provide instructions for adjusting the power of the motor 142 based on the heart rate signal and / or the destination distance. The computing device 28 may be programmed to an instruction, such as a direct instruction to the motor 142 , for adjusting the power supply of the motor 142 based on the heart rate signal and / or the destination distance. The computing device 28 For example, it can be programmed to supply power to the motor 142 to increase, as the two-wheeler 10 approaches the predetermined destination, ie, when the destination distance is within a predetermined range and the heart rate signal is above a predetermined level. Values for the predetermined range and the predetermined level of the heart rate signal may be stored in the data memory 29 of the computing device 28 be saved.

The computing device 28 may be programmed to provide instructions for adjusting the power of the motor in addition to the heart rate signal and the destination distance 142 due to a change in the charge level of the battery 26 provide. The data store 29 can store instructions that require programming to increase the power of the motor 142 based on the heart rate signal and the destination distance. The computing device 28 In other words, it may be programmed to instructions for increasing the power of the motor 142 when the target location distance is within the predetermined range, the heart rate signal is above the predetermined level, and the charge level of the battery 26 above a predetermined level.

The energy control logic compares the performance of the engine 142 with input settings, which may be a throttle mode or a pedal assist mode. The input setting can be measured with a torque or position sensor. The energy control logic measures the state of charge of the battery 26 and protects the battery 26 overcharge, excessive discharge, excessive charging power and excessive discharging power.

The user interface 218 and / or the mobile device 28 may present options to the driver as to whether or not to turn on the automatic power control logic setting (Block 174 of the 24 ). If the driver chooses not to use the automatic power control logic setting, the power management logic will perform a function of powering the motor 142 according to electricity demand and available current of the battery 26 within pre-programmed parameters.

If the driver chooses to use the automatic power control setting, the power management logic scratches inputs to calculate the power requirement for the remaining distance. The energy control logic then compares this power demand with that actually in the battery 26 remaining electricity. Lying in the battery 26 If there is insufficient charge to reach the destination, the power control logic will activate a subroutine to adequately reduce power to the motor 142 to ensure that the amount of electricity is distributed evenly over the remaining distance and that the electricity is not consumed before the destination is reached. If topographical data is available, the control logic can conserve energy to accommodate altitude differences in the last part of the route.

If towards the end of the route the condition of the battery 26 If the predetermined level, ie, the charge needed to provide energy for the remaining energy assisted route, is exceeded, the power management logic may activate another subroutine that controls the energy provided by the engine 142 increased toward the end of the route so as to allow a reduction in the driver's heart rate, allowing the driver to reach the destination with minimal breathlessness and sweat, ie being ready to work in an office. The control program may also be set so that energy conservation (reduction of assistance) may be required earlier in the route to ensure that the increased power supply is available towards the end of the route.

The computing device 28 can be programmed to power the motor 142 Gradually increase with decreasing destination distance. The data store 29 For example, it can store instructions that are programmed to gradually increase the power supply of the device Motors 142 included with decreasing destination distance. This assists the driver in reaching the destination with minimal breathlessness and sweat. The computing device 28 can be programmed to, or the data memory 29 For example, it may store instructions including appropriate programming, determining the degree of power increase, and the rate of incremental increase in the increased power supply based at least on destination distance, topography, traffic, traffic light phases, etc., as discussed below ,

The computing device 28 can be programmed to, or the data memory 29 For example, it may store instructions that contain appropriate programming, a maximum cooling distance, at least due to the level of charge of the battery 26 to determine. The computing device 28 can give instructions for increasing the power of the motor 142 provide when the destination distance is less than the maximum cooling distance, ie that the engine 142 Provide the driver with additional pedal assistance when the two-wheeler 10 is located in the passenger-selected cooling distance. This helps keep the battery 26 contains enough charge to reach the predetermined destination while reducing the heart rate of the driver.

The computing device 28 can be programmed to, or the data memory 29 For example, instructions storing programmed programming may determine a maximum cooling distance, at least due to a number of factors that may decrease the charge on the battery. The computing device 28 For example, it may be programmed to have the maximum cooling distance due at least to the topography between the bicycle 10 and the predetermined destination, the traffic situation between the two-wheeler 10 and the predetermined destination, the traffic light phases between the two-wheeler 10 and the predetermined destination, etc. The mobile device 48 can the computing device 28 For example, provide topography, traffic conditions, traffic light phases, etc. The computing device 28 may be programmed to at least the topography, the traffic situation and / or the traffic light phases that the computing device 28 through the mobile device 48 For example, a mobile phone has been communicated to receive. The mobile device 48 may include a program or software application that relies on databases containing information such as topography, traffic conditions, traffic light phases, etc., and may be used by the computing device 28 Information based on the location of the bicycle 10 and provide a route to the predetermined destination.

The computing device 28 can be programmed to, or the data memory 29 For example, it may store instructions including appropriate programming to receive a passenger-selected cool-down distance and an instruction to increase power to the motor 142 when the destination distance is less than the passenger selected cooling distance, ie the engine 142 Provide the driver with additional pedal assistance when the two-wheeler 10 is located in the passenger-selected cooling distance. For example, the driver may choose the passenger-selected cool-down distance into the mobile device 48 and the mobile device can set the passenger-selected cool-down distance to the computing device 28 communicate. The computing device 28 may be programmed to compare the passenger selected cooling distance with the maximum cooling distance.

If the cooling distance selected by the passenger is lower than that of the computing device 28 calculated maximum cooling distance, the calculator can 28 work on the basis of the passenger selected cooling distance. If the passenger selected cooling distance is greater than the maximum cooling distance, the computing device 28 programmed to override the passenger selected cooling distance. In such a scenario, the computing device 28 For example, an instruction to increase the power of the engine 28 deploy when the two-wheeler 10 in the maximum cooling distance instead of the passenger selected cooling distance. Alternatively, the computing device 28 the mobile device 48 command to deny entry of the passenger selected refrigeration distance and to prompt the driver to select another passenger selected refrigeration distance when the passenger selected refrigeration distance is greater than the maximum refrigeration distance. In this scenario, the computing device 28 the mobile device 48 to indicate the maximum cooling distance to assist the driver in selecting that the passenger selected cooling distance is less than the maximum cooling distance.

The computing device 28 can be programmed to, or the data memory 29 For example, it may store instructions that include programming to detect a driver heart rate measurement bench before the rider uses the bicycle 10 starts up. For example, the driver before putting the bike 10 the heart rate monitor 145 for a predetermined period of time, and the computing device 28 can receive the heart rate signal and the measurement base of the heart rate, ie the heart rate at rest of the driver, to calculate. The computing device 28 may be programmed to instructions for increasing the power of the motor 142 at least based on the ratio of the heart rate signal to the measurement basis of the heart rate signal. While the two-wheeler 10 For example, approaches the predetermined destination, the computing device 28 the engine 142 Provide instructions to increase pedal assistance so that the heart rate signal decreases toward the heart rate measurement base. The computing device 28 may perform a feedback loop for continuously monitoring the heart rate signal against the heart rate measurement base.

As in the 24 and 25 shown, an automatic power control logic mode in block 174 switch on or off. When the automatic mode is off, the power management logic calculates the current output and rotates the gear 148 to the electric two-wheeler 10 drive. When the automatic mode is on, the energy control logic calculates as in block 176 show the power needed for the remaining distance. This calculation may be based on current power demand, historic road power consumption, remaining travel distance, remaining travel topography, traffic, and so forth. When the current needed for the remaining distance is calculated, the energy control logic calculates as in block 178 shown if the battery 26 has sufficient charge to cover the electricity for the remainder of the journey. This calculation is based on the state of charge of the battery 26 ,

Is the charge of the battery 26 sufficiently, within a predetermined distance, the energy control logic tracks the approach of the electric two-wheeler 10 to the destination. The power control logic determines that the electric two-wheeler 10 is not within the predetermined distance to the destination, calculates the energy control logic as in block 180 shown the power output to the engine 142 and pose as in block 182 shown to the engine 142 Electricity ready. The energy control logic determines that the electric two-wheeler 10 within the predetermined distance to the destination, the energy control logic calculates one as in block 184 shown power supply adaptation to sweat, ie providing an additional power supply to the motor 142 to allow the driver during the last part of the route to cool down. The sweat power adjustment may be based on a measurement of the driver's current heart rate. The power management logic calculates the current output based on the power supply adjustment for the sweat and provides the motor 142 Electricity ready.

As in block 186 The energy control logic calculates a range extension power supply adjustment when the power management logic calculates that the battery is charging 26 is not enough to reach the destination. Based on this calculation, the energy control logic calculates the current output and provides the motor 142 Electricity ready.

The electric bicycle 10 can be like in 28 shown a communication system 200 exhibit. The communication system 200 is designed to simultaneously data between the computing device 28 and the mobile device 48 and / or a user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 exchange and process. The computing device 28 of the electric two-wheeler 10 can concretely routinely the operating state of one or more components / systems of the electric two-wheeler 10 Perform such as the state of charge of the battery, the remaining range, the examination of the unfolding of the frame 14 , tire pressure, active safety systems, etc. These operating conditions can be seen by the driver on the mobile device 48 or a dashboard of the vehicle 12 For example, be displayed before starting to drive. The user input device 202 For example, a multimedia system of the vehicle 12 with a processor, a data store, a user interface 218 , such as a graphical user interface and / or input buttons, etc.

The communication system 200 can be like in 26 shown the calculator 28 of the two-wheeler 10 and a connection 204 exhibit. The processor 31 of the computing device 28 can communicate with the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 be programmed when the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 docked. The processor 31 can in addition to the user input device 202 also to communicate with the mobile device 48 be programmed when the two-wheeler 10 from the vehicle 12 is undocked. In such an embodiment, the processor 31 for providing three-way communication between the user input device 202 of the vehicle, the computing device 28 of the two-wheeler 10 and the mobile device 28 be programmed, ie a communication from the user input device 202 of the vehicle, the computing device 28 of the two-wheeler 10 and / or the mobile device 48 with each allow two other devices.

The communication system 200 can be like in 26B shown in a vehicle mode where the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 with the computing device 28 communicates and controls the operating state checks, or in one also in 26a shown remote control mode in which the mobile device 48 the operating state checks are controlled, operated. The communication system 200 can automatically switch between the vehicle mode and the remote control mode when the electric two-wheeler 10 away from the vehicle or into the vehicle 12 is brought in. The processor 31 For example, it may be programmed to automatically with the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 to communicate when the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 is docked, and communicating with the mobile device 48 automatically interrupt when the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 is docked. Alternatively or additionally, the communication system 200 be manually switched from the vehicle mode to the remote control mode and vice versa, ie by manual input from the driver into the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 and / or via the mobile device 48 , For example, the processor may receive an instruction to establish communication with the user input device 202 of the vehicle and / or the mobile device 48 ie by manual input from the driver into the user input device 202 of the vehicle 202 and / or via the mobile device 48 to be programmed.

The electric bicycle 10 points as in 28 shown between the communication system 200 and the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 and / or the mobile device 48 a connection 204 on. At the connection 204 it can be a radio connection 204 For example, with a wireless protocol such as Bluetooth, or a wire connection 204 , for example a USB connection 204 , act. The connection 204 can with the battery 26 communicate to communicate between the battery 26 and the user input device 202 and / or the mobile device 48 provide.

In vehicle mode, the electric two-wheeler 10 with the vehicle 12 and the mobile device 48 be connected. The computing device 28 in other words, directly with the user input device 202 and the mobile device 48 communicate. This communication between the computing device 28 and the user input device 202 and / or the mobile device 58 can be done via radio and / or wire. The vehicle 12 can as described below data from the electric bicycle 10 to the mobile device 48 send, receive and / or link.

In vehicle mode, the computing device 28 of the electric two-wheeler 10 about the connection 204 with the vehicle 12 communicate when the electric bicycle 10 at the vehicle 12 docked. The electric bicycle 10 For example, as explained below on the vehicle 12 be docked. If the electric bicycle 10 docked, the computing device can 28 of the electric two-wheeler 10 about the connection 204 with the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 communicate. The computing device 28 For example, via the connection 204 the operating state checks to the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 communicate. The user input device 202 can use a suitable software with the computing device 28 communicate. A vehicle manufacturer may either have an open-source programming interface for the two-wheeled computing device 28 provide. The manufacturer can develop their own software application and into the user input device 28 or the manufacturer can run the interface program flow directly in their own multimedia communication protocol of the user input device 202 program.

The user input device 202 can the computing device 28 about the connection 204 control when the communication system 200 in vehicle mode. The processor 31 may be programmed to receive information from the user input device 202 and / or the mobile device 28 to communicate with the respective other device when the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 docked. The user input device 202 can communication from the computing device 28 to the mobile device 48 reflect when the communication system is in vehicle mode. The user input device 202 For example, the information to be reflected on a typical connection 204 such as Bluetooth, USB, etc. with the mobile device 48 communicate. The user input device 202 can send data to the computing device 28 such as parking lot information, congestion information, toll road information, weather information, topographic information merge. When in remote control mode, the mobile device can 48 Data to the computing device 28 , such as car park information, topographic information, etc. merge.

In remote control mode, the electric two-wheeler 10 with the mobile device 48 be connected, and in such an embodiment, the mobile device 48 with the vehicle 12 be connected. The computing device 28 in other words, directly with the mobile device 48 communicate. The communication between the computing device 28 and the mobile device 48 Can be done via wire and / or radio. Is the mobile device 48 in the vehicle 12 , the mobile device can 48 also communicate with the mobile device and data from the electric two-wheeler 10 to the user input device 202 send, receive and / or link.

If the communication system 200 like in the 26A and 26B shown operated in remote control mode, the mobile device 48 for example via the connection 204 with the electric bicycle 10 be connected. In remote control mode, the computing device 28 of electric two-wheeler 10 about the connection 204 with the mobile device 48 communicate. The computing device 28 For example, via the connection 204 the operating state checks to the mobile device 48 of the vehicle 12 communicate. The mobile device 48 can the computing device 28 about the connection 204 control when the communication system 200 in remote control mode. The mobile device 48 can communication from the computing device 28 to the user input device 202 reflect when the communication system is in vehicle mode. The mobile device 48 For example, the information to be reflected on a typical connection 204 such as Bluetooth, USB, etc. with the user input device 202 communicate.

The communication system 200 can be automatically switched between the vehicle mode and the remote control mode as explained above. The control of the computing device 28 goes from the user input device 202 to the mobile device 28 over, when the electric two-wheeler 10 from the vehicle 12 is removed, and the control of the computing device 28 goes from the mobile device 48 to the user input device 202 over, when the electric two-wheeler 10 in the vehicle 12 is introduced.

The connection 204 can communicate with both the user input device 202 as well as the mobile device 48 be educated. The same connection 204 can work with both the user input device 202 as well as the mobile device 48 be compatible with what the same connection 204 can be used both in vehicle mode and in remote control mode, so that by using a single connection 204 Costs are reduced. The common connection 204 Also ensures that all possible events or updates directly from the mobile device 48 to the vehicle 12 and / or from the vehicle 12 to the mobile device 48 can be passed when controlling the computing device 28 between the vehicle 12 and the mobile device 48 is switched.

The communication system 200 can, as explained above, the computing device 28 with the processor 31 and the data store 29 exhibit. The data memory may store instructions that include programming for detecting a docking of the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 and for detecting an undocking of the two-wheeler from the vehicle 12 include. The instructions include programming for communication with the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 when the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 is docked and communicating with the mobile device 48 when the two-wheeler 10 from the vehicle 12 is undocked. Data may relate to battery charge, range, frame unfolding test, tire pressure, and active safety systems, as discussed above.

The instruction may be programmed to automatically switch the communication with the computing device 28 from the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 to the mobile device 48 include when the two-wheeler 10 from the vehicle 12 is undocked. Alternatively or additionally, the instructions as explained above may include programming for manually switching communication with the computing device 28 from the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 to the mobile device 48 contained, for example, by input to the mobile device 48 and / or the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 ,

The instructions may similarly include programming for automatically switching communication with the computing device 28 from the mobile device 48 to the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 include when the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 docked. Alternatively or additionally, the instructions as explained above may include programming for manually switching communication with the computing device 28 from the mobile device 48 to the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 contained, for example, by input to the mobile device 48 and / or the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 ,

The instructions may be programming to communicate data from the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 or or the mobile device 48 to the other device when the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 docked. In other words, if the communication system is in vehicle mode as explained above, data may be transferred between the mobile device 48 and the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 be communicated. The instructions may include programming to provide three-way communication between the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 , the computing device 28 of the two-wheeler 10 and the mobile device 48 include, ie the communication from the user input device 202 of the vehicle, the computing device 28 of the two-wheeler 10 and / or the mobile device 48 allow with the other two devices.

In 30 becomes a procedure 350 for operating a communication system 200 shown. Referring to 30 includes the method as in block 352 shown detecting the docking of the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 ,

The method comprises as in block 354 shown the data communication between the computing device 28 of the two-wheeler 10 and the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 ie that is the communication system 200 in vehicle mode. As explained above, this communication can be as in 30 shown automatically. Alternatively, this communication can be initiated automatically as explained above, for example by input to the user input device 202 and / or the mobile device 48 , The procedure can be as in block 356 shown the display of the data at the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 include.

While the communication system 200 is in vehicle mode, the procedure as in block 358 shown the data communication between the mobile device 48 and the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 and / or the computing device 28 of the two-wheeler 10 include. The data can be as in block 360 shown on the mobile device 48 are displayed.

The procedure can be as in block 362 shown detecting the undocking of the two-wheeler 10 from the vehicle 12 include. The procedure can be as in block 364 shown interrupting the communication between the computing device 28 of the two-wheeler 10 and the user input device 202 of the vehicle 12 and the data communication between the mobile device 48 and the computing device 28 of the two-wheeler 10 ie that the communication system is in remote control mode include. This communication, ie the switching from the vehicle mode to the remote control mode, can be carried out automatically as explained above or initiated manually, for example by input to the mobile device 48 and / or the user input device 202 , These data can be as in block 366 shown on the mobile device 48 are displayed. The procedure can be as in 30 shown restarted when re-docking the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 is detected while the communication system is in remote control mode. Switching the communication system 200 from the remote control mode to the vehicle mode can be done automatically when docking the two-wheeler 10 at the vehicle 12 is detected.

Referring to 29 can be a power source of the vehicle 12 For example, a battery 206 , the battery 26 of the electric two-wheeler 10 Charge when the electric bicycle 10 at the vehicle 12 docked. As an example, the vehicle 12 like in the 26B and 27 shown a docking system 208 having a lifting arm 210 for connecting the electric bicycle 10 with the vehicle 12 and to lift the bicycle 10 in the vehicle 10 exhibit. Referring to 32 can the lifting arm 210 electrical connections 212 have that with the battery 206 of the vehicle 12 communicate. The electrical connections 212 of the lifting arm 210 can deal with the electrical connections 214 of the electric two-wheeler 10 for example in the fork 68 or the seat post 76 of the electric two-wheeler 10 pair to the battery 205 of the vehicle 12 with the electric bicycle 10 connect to. The electrical connections 214 of the electric two-wheeler 10 can with the battery 26 of the electric two-wheeler 10 communicate.

The user input device 202 and / or the mobile device 48 of the vehicle 12 can with the electrical connection 212 of the lifting arm 210 communicate to the state of charge of the battery 26 of the electric two-wheeler 10 to monitor and / or display. The user input device 202 and / or the mobile device 48 can over the lifting arm 210 with the computing device 28 of the electric two-wheeler 10 communicate to the tire pressure, the state of charge of the battery 26 to monitor and / or indicate the range, brake pad condition, etc.

The docking system can be any suitable type. For example, the docking system may be that disclosed in U.S. Patent Application No. 14 / 337,283, filed July 22, 2014, entitled "Internal Vehicle Docking Arm and Storage," which is hereby incorporated by reference Reference is included.

The battery 26 can as explained above in the seat tube 82 of the seat post 76 the seating arrangement 18 that from the post 80 can be removable, be supported. Referring to 34 can the vehicle 12 for connecting and charging the battery 26 a vehicle charging console 90 for receiving the seat tube 82 of the seat post 76 exhibit. The vehicle charging console 90 For example, in the center console of the vehicle 12 are located. The vehicle charging console 90 can with a CAN bus of the vehicle 12 be connected. The CAN bus can control the state of charge of the battery 26 of the electric two-wheeler 10 monitor.

The battery 26 of the electric two-wheeler 10 can via the vehicle charging console 90 the vehicle 12 Provide power. For example, the battery 26 of the electric two-wheeler 10 in the case of an empty battery 206 of the vehicle 12 be coupled with the vehicle charging console to power the hazard lights, interior lights, automatic locks, power windows, etc. The battery 26 of the electric two-wheeler 10 can help jumpstart the vehicle 12 and / or to trickle charge the battery 206 of the vehicle 12 be used.

The vehicle 12 can use navigation data, such as SATNAV crossfades, to determine the range based on the State of charge of the battery 26 to calculate. The vehicle 12 For example, the driver can use the user input device 202 inform that the vehicle is within a sufficient range to the vehicle 12 park and the destination based on the state of charge of the battery 26 with the electric bicycle 10 with power from the battery 26 to reach. The battery 26 can be made using one in the 26B . 27 and 35 shown, external charging console 91 , such as a desktop charger. The external charging console 92 For example, from a wall outlet, via a USB connection 204 refer to electricity on a desktop or laptop computer, etc. The external charging module can, for example, for receiving the seat tube 82 of the seat post 76 the seating arrangement 18 be educated. The external charging console 91 may have indicators, such as lights, that indicate the state of charge of the battery 26 Show.

As an alternative to the vehicle mode, the computing device 28 of the electric two-wheeler 10 as in 27 shown optionally with the vehicle 12 and / or the mobile device 48 connected or disconnected. In such an embodiment, the computing device 28 and the battery 26 in the post 80 of the seat post 78 be housed. Further referring to 27 can the post 80 together with the rest of the bicycle 10 or separately on the vehicle 12 be docked. The post 80 For example, from the rest of the bicycle 10 be removed and as in 34 shown on the vehicle charging console 90 be docked. Alternatively, the post 80 as in 27 shown on the external charger 91 docked, that too in 35 will be shown.

When using the vehicle charging console 90 or the external charger 91 connected, communicate the battery 26 and / or the computing device 28 with the vehicle charging console 90 or the external charger 91 , If the post 80 specifically at the vehicle charging station 90 is docked, data is sent to the user input device 202 sent. The user input device 202 can crossfade this data with a planned destination and submit via the user interface 218 Providing information as to whether there is sufficient charge and allowing the user to select options, such as entering a sweat mode, etc., these data are then displayed on the mobile device 48 reflected when the user the vehicle 12 leaves. The system remains in the charging mode, even if it is away from the vehicle. The mobile device 48 continues to use the last connection of the battery 28 with the vehicle 12 and extrapolates battery usage with all user selections. According to the calculations of the user input device 202 and user selections, the mobile device may 48 then the location potential (e.g. GPS potential) of the mobile device 48 for a crossfade with the preprogrammed driving distance, which when leaving the vehicle from the user input device 202 has been mirrored to instruct the user which power settings on the electric two-wheeler 10 to be used on the way. Similarly, the external charger 91 on the return trip to the mobile device to update a range prediction for the correct control of the pre-programmed return trip if the battery 26 on the external charger 91 docked and charged with it.

Alternatively, in 27 the mobile device 48 process all data. During a drive of the vehicle 12 receives the mobile device 48 from the vehicle 12 the Fahrstreckenzielort and the state of charge of the electric two-wheeler 10 and the state of health. In such an embodiment, all calculations on the mobile device 48 be performed.

Referring to 36 can the electric two-wheeler 10 to shine 220 for illuminating a zone on the road surface around the electric bicycle 10 around. With the lights 220 they may, for example, be light-emitting diodes, for example 5-watt light-emitting diodes, or lasers, for example 1-watt slit lasers. The lights 220 can have four lights 220 include, ie one light for the left front, the right front, the left rear and the right rear quadrant of the vehicle 12 , The lights 220 can be orange and / or red. The lights 220 can be used in poor visibility or at night.

The lights 220 can be used continuously, when turning, when dodging, and / or during emergency braking. The lights 220 can be used continuously in operation to create a safety zone around the electric two-wheeler 10 to mark around, ie mark a zone that should not be claimed by other road users. This safety zone moves with the electric bicycle 10 , The illuminated road surface provides an enlarged illuminated surface, which improves the visibility. The illuminated road surface can also illuminate road damage.

The lights 220 can be used when turning to illuminate the zone that lies to the side of the turning direction. When turning, the lights can 220 blink and yellow light up. The operation of the lights 220 when turning can with a switch on the handlebar, for example a rotary switch or a separate on / off toggle switch are controlled. When sharp evasive and / or emergency braking, the lights can 220 , which mark the zone on the road surface, pulsate or change the color.

Referring to 37 can the bicycle 10 a system 67 with an optical, acoustic and / or haptic feedback device to the passenger of the two-wheeler 10 to provide a warning. At the system 67 in other words, it may refer to 38 to act an evasive assistance system that the driver on the electric two-wheeler 10 to recognize, if as in 40 shown an oncoming vehicle 222 approaches. It is understood that in the 39 provided values are merely exemplary.

As explained above, referring to FIG 38 Passengers a lane of a road with other vehicles 222 , such as motor vehicles, sharing. The other vehicles 222 can move faster than the passenger, forcing the passenger to drive on one side of the road and other vehicles 222 can overtake. However, the roadside may have obstacles such as potholes, manhole covers, garbage, other bicycles, pedestrians, etc. The passenger must therefore dodge now and then from the street to the middle of the road. The evasive assistance system recognizes vehicles 222 that approached from behind and communicates the approaching vehicle from behind 222 to the driver to let the driver know that there is a collision with the approaching vehicle from behind 222 will come when the driver evades.

The driver 66 can, for example, vibration generator 71 have targeted vibration to provide the driver with a tactile indication. Specifically, each can be a vibration generator 71 on the left and the right side of the handlebar 66 be arranged to provide vibrations to the left and right hand of the passenger. The operation of the vibration generator 71 allows the passenger to visually focus on the road surface and traffic. At the vibration generators 71 it can be any suitable type.

The system 67 Can itself or in combination with other system the apron of the electric two-wheeler 10 to warn the driver of approaching obstacles and assist the driver in predicting the speed and / or performing other evasive maneuvers. The system 67 can also calculate if dodging, braking or colliding is the safest option. The system 67 can communicate the safest option to the driver and / or initiate a response.

The system 67 may include one or more sensors for detecting vehicles and / or other obstacles on the road. The system 67 for example, a sensor 69 have, as in 40 schematically shown for detecting a vehicle approaching from behind, for example a vehicle, which is faster than the bicycle 10 moved and the two-wheeler 10 outdated from behind, is formed. At the sensor 69 it can be an ultrasonic sensor or any other suitable type of sensor. The sensor 69 for example, from the frame 14 of the two-wheeler 10 to be supported.

Additionally or alternatively, the system may 67 another sensor 75 which is designed to detect a front approaching obstacle, such as vehicles, potholes, manhole covers, garbage, other two-wheeled vehicles, pedestrians, etc. The sensor 75 may be directed forward to detect the approaching obstacle. At the sensor 75 it can be an ultrasonic sensor or any other suitable type of sensor. The sensor 75 for example, from the frame 14 of the two-wheeler 10 to be supported.

The system 67 can be a controller 73 having to activate the vibration generator 71 is formed when the sensor 69 detects a vehicle approaching from behind and / or the sensor 75 detects a frontal obstacle. In the control 73 It may be explained further below, for example, the computing device 28 act. As explained above, the computing device 28 the processor 31 and the data store 29 exhibit. Alternatively, it may be in the controller 73 to act on any other suitable type.

The controller, for example the computing device 28 , can be programmed to the vibration generator 71 to instruct to vibrate with a predetermined strength and / or a predetermined pattern when the computing device 28 estimates that the approaching vehicle from behind the two-wheeler 10 will reach before the two-wheeler 10 reached the approaching obstacle from the front. Initiation of vibration and duration of vibration for each side of the handlebar 66 can be determined based on a haptic navigation code. An example of the initiation and duration of vibration for various conditions is given in 39 shown.

The controller, for example the computing device 28 , in a similar way programmed to estimate whether the two-wheeler 10 the approaching obstacle will reach before the approaching vehicle from behind the two-wheeler 10 reached. The controller, for example the computing device 28 estimates based on a comparison of a distance and an approaching speed of the approaching vehicle with the distance and the approaching speed of the approaching obstacle. The controller, for example the computing device 28 , may perform a feedback loop with respect to the estimate.

Based on the speed of the electric two-wheeler 10 and the distance from the approaching vehicle 222 The data processor applies an algorithm to determine whether or not the driver is free to dodge and thus maintain the roadside driving position. A signal processor algorithm can concretely data the sensors 69 . 75 Compare with pre-programmed scenarios and continuously one of two signal states "yes" (Dodge to Dodge) or "No" (not free to dodge) spend. The signal states are the driver optically, for example, with an illuminated band around the handlebars, haptically, for example, by vibrating the handlebar as by means of the above-mentioned vibration generator, and / or acoustically, for example, with a beep, communicates.

The controller, for example the computing device 28 , may be programmed to calculate an instruction to perform evasion, braking, collision with the forward approaching obstacle, or collision with the approaching vehicle. The controller, for example the computing device 28 , can be programmed to the vibration generator 71 commanding to vibrate with a predetermined magnitude and / or a predetermined pattern to instruct to execute evasion, braking, collision with the front approaching obstacle, or collision with the rear approaching vehicle 222 to identify.

The vibrations of the vibration generator 71 can be combined with optical instructions on the mobile device 48 are displayed. As explained above, it can be the mobile device 48 to trade a mobile phone. Alternatively, it may be the mobile device 48 to act on any other suitable type. Additionally or alternatively to a haptic warning, the controller, for example, the computing device 28 , the mobile device 48 for visually displaying the warning, for example with text, a graphic, etc. The driver can select or remove the alert and can set the threshold for such alerts through a graphical user interface of the mobile device 48 to change. Such warnings may include, for example, tire pressure, brake pad wear, battery and / or engine temperature, improper retraction when unfolding, drowsiness detection, and so on.

Additionally or alternatively, the mobile device may 48 receive an incoming communication, such as a telephone call, a text message, an email, etc., and the system 67 instruct according to the incoming communication. The control of the system 67 For example, the computing device 28 , can be used to receive the instruction from the mobile device 48 be formed, which indicates the incoming communication, and in response to instructing the vibration generator 71 be designed to vibrate to alert the driver to the incoming communication.

Additionally or alternatively, the mobile device may 48 on the graphical user interface of the mobile device 48 provide a navigation assistant. In such an embodiment, the mobile device 48 the computing device 28 Communicate data, and the computing device 28 can turn the vibration generator 71 instruct you to vibrate to identify navigational directions, landmarks (for example, charging stations, coffee houses, etc.), etc.

The system 67 can be a light source, such as the lights 220 , exhibit. The controller, for example the computing device 28 , can be designed to illuminate the light source when the sensor 69 the approaching vehicle from behind 222 detected. This light can be the driver of the vehicle approaching from behind 222 on the presence of the two-wheeler 10 clues. For example, the alternate assistance system may be used to approach the vehicle approaching from the rear 222 to warn that the driver has to dodge immediately because of an approaching obstacle from the front. For example, a lamp, such as the lamp 220 , at the electric bicycle 10 pulsate, illuminate an area of the road into which the driver has to dodge, etc. The electric two-wheeler 10 may sound an audible warning, such as a horn, about the vehicle approaching from behind 222 to warn.

The system 67 may be adapted to the driver via the vibration generator 71 Provide instructions for pedaling, for example a cadence for pedaling. The controller, for example the computing device 28 , may be adapted to the vibration generator 71 to instruct you to vibrate slowly to give the driver a slower pedaling to instruct and to vibrate quickly to indicate to the driver a faster pedaling pedaling. The computing device 28 can provide these instructions for pedaling slower or faster pedaling to maintain a pace, maintain a workout program, conserve battery life, etc.

The system 67 can the two-wheeler 10 Provide security. The system 67 For example, it may be configured to detect unauthorized use, and in response to this, the controller, such as the computing device 28 be adapted to the vibration generator 71 to be instructed to vibrate at a disturbing frequency to deter unauthorized use. In addition, the system can 67 sound an alarm horn and / or increase the powertrain resistance.

Referring to 37 can the data store 29 of the computing device 28 in the embodiment in which it is in the control of the system 67 around the computing device 28 contains instructions that include programming to receive data from the sensor 69 that show that as in block 320 of the 38 shown a vehicle approaching from behind 222 the two-wheeler 10 approaches. As in block 322 the instructions can be programmed to instruct the vibrator 71 to contain vibration when the sensor 69 the approaching vehicle from behind 222 detected.

Referring to 38 can the instructions as in block 324 Also shown a programming for receiving data from the sensor 75 indicating that the bicycle is approaching an approaching obstacle. As in block 326 The instructions included a programming to assess whether the two-wheeler 10 will approach the approaching obstacle before the approaching vehicle from behind 222 the bicycle 10 reached. This estimate can be as in block 328 shown on a comparison of a distance and approach speed of the approaching vehicle 222 with the distance and approach speed of the approaching obstacle. The instructions can be as in 37 shown a programming for executing a feedback loop with respect to the estimation, that is, for repeatedly comparing the distance and the approaching speed of the approaching vehicle 222 with the distance and approach speed of the approaching obstacle at a repetitive time interval.

The instructions can be as in block 322 shown a program for instructing the vibration generator 71 for vibrating with a predetermined magnitude and / or in a predetermined pattern when the controller, for example, the computing device 28 , estimates that the approaching vehicle from behind 222 the bicycle 10 will reach before the two-wheeler 10 reached the approaching obstacle from the front. Specifically, the instructions may include programming to compute an instruction to the driver to perform evasion, braking, collision with the approaching obstacle, or collision with the approaching vehicle 222 contain. The instructions may specifically include programming for instructing the vibrator 71 for vibrating at a predetermined magnitude and / or in a predetermined pattern to instruct to execute the evasion, braking, collision with the front approaching obstacle, or collision with the rear approaching vehicle 222 to identify. In other words, any instruction to the driver may be, for example, evasion, braking, colliding with the approaching obstacle, colliding with the approaching vehicle 222 , a unique and predetermined vibration intensity and / or a unique and predetermined vibration pattern are assigned. The driver of the two-wheeler 10 For example, the user can become familiar with the unique and predetermined vibration intensity and / or the unique and predetermined vibration pattern through an operator's manual and respond accordingly based on the vibration.

As in block 330 the instructions may be programmed to illuminate the light source, such as the lights 220 included when the sensor 69 the approaching vehicle from behind 222 detected. For example, the instructions may include programming to increase the luminosity and / or the flash rate of the luminaires 220 included while the approaching vehicle from behind 222 the two-wheeler 10 approaches. As explained above, the lighting may be the driver of the approaching vehicle 222 on the presence of the two-wheeler 10 clues.

As in block 332 As shown, the instructions may include programming for communicating data to a mobile device. For example, as explained above, optical instructions may be on the mobile device 48 , such as a mobile phone. The instructions may specifically include programming for instructing the mobile device 28 for visually displaying the warning, for example with text, graphics, etc. included. As explained above, the driver can select or remove the warning and the Threshold for such alerts via a graphical user interface of the mobile device 48 to change.

The instructions may be programmed to receive an incoming communication detection from the mobile device 28 , such as a telephone call, a text message, an email, etc., and may include the vibration generators 71 instruct you to indicate the incoming communication.

Additionally or alternatively, the instructions may be programmed to receive navigation instructions from the mobile device 48 contain. In such an embodiment, the mobile device 48 the computing device 28 Communicate data, and the computing device 28 may contain instructions that include programming for instructing the vibration generator 71 to vibrate to indicate navigational directions, landmarks (e.g., charging stations, coffee houses, etc.), etc.

The instructions may include programming for instructing the vibration generators to vibrate at a different frequency and / or a different time duration when the sensor 69 detected the absence of a vehicle approaching from behind and the sensor 75 detects the absence of an obstacle approaching from the front. For example, in the absence of a rear approach vehicle and a front approaching obstacle, the instructions may include programming to provide instructions to the driver to pedal, such as a cadence for pedaling, via the vibration generators 71 contain. For example, the instructions may include programming for instructing the vibration generators 71 for relatively slow vibration to indicate to the driver a slow pedaling of the pedals and for relatively quick vibration to indicate to the driver a faster pedaling of the pedals. The computing device 28 can provide these instructions for pedaling slower or faster pedaling to maintain a pace, maintain a workout program, conserve battery life, etc.

The system 67 can the two-wheeler 10 Provide security. For example, the instructions may include programming to detect a use of the bicycle 10 included by an unauthorized user and can be programmed to instruct the vibrator 71 to vibrate with an interfering frequency, such as a relatively high frequency and strength, to deter against unauthorized use. In addition, the instructions may include programming for sounding an alarm horn and / or increasing the resistance of the powertrain.

As explained above, the post can 80 of the seat post 76 the seating arrangement 18 from the seat tube 82 be removed. The post 76 can refer to the 41 and 42 an integrated lighting system 230 have to provide light to the user when the post 80 of the seat post 76 Will get removed. The lighting system 230 may provide for lighting for folding / unfolding the frame 14 to provide security, to provide an emergency light (ie to act as a torch), etc.

The battery 26 can as explained above from the post 80 to be supported. In such an embodiment, the battery 26 the lighting system 230 supply electricity.

The lighting system 230 can be like in 42 shown a light source 232 show through the post 76 is supported and with a power source, such as the battery 26 , connected is. At the light source 232 For example, it can be a light-emitting diode strip with two-color, for example red and white light-emitting diodes. The light source 232 in other words, it can be a red light source 237 and a white light source 235 , For example, red and white LEDs have. In such an example, the red light source 237 and the white light source 235 be combined into a single two-color LED. Alternatively, the red light source may be 237 around a red LED and at the white light source 235 to act as a separate white LED.

The light source 232 can be specifically illuminated when the post 80 on the seat tube 82 engages and if the post 80 out of engagement with the seat tube 82 is. For example, the white light source 235 can be specifically illuminated as a flashlight when the post 76 out of engagement with the seat tube 82 is, and the red light source 237 Can be selectively illuminated for use as a stop lamp when the post 80 on the seat tube 82 intervenes.

The lighting system 230 may be a sensor, such as an inductive proximity sensor 234 , comprising, for detecting the engagement of the post 80 with the seat tube 82 is trained. If the post 80 for example, in the seat tube 82 is introduced, detects the inductive proximity sensor 234 the post 80 where the post 80 may be formed of aluminum or steel, and the inductive sensor 234 which can capture aluminum or steel. When the inductive proximity sensor 234 the post 80 captures, illuminates the Circuit logic in the flashlight the red LEDs.

If the post 80 on the seat tube 82 engages, the light becomes 232 operated as a rear-facing brake light. If the post 80 in such an embodiment on the seat tube 82 engages, the light source can 232 with the computing device 28 For example, communicate via a wired or wireless connection. In such an embodiment, the computing device 28 the light strip 264 illuminate in a similar way as above with respect to the brake light 143 has been explained, and the light strip 264 can simultaneously with the brake light 43 operate.

When the seat tube 82 from the post 80 is removed, the inductive proximity sensor 234 the post 80 do not detect, and the circuit logic illuminates the white LEDs. Referring to the 41 and 42 can the lighting system 230 a switch acting as an ON / OFF switch for connecting / disconnecting the battery 26 and the light source 235 acts.

Referring to 42 the lighting system can be a controller 239 exhibit that with the sensor 234 communicated. The control 239 may be adapted to the red light source 237 to provide power and a power supply of the white light source 235 to prevent if the sensor 234 an engagement of the post 80 on the seat tube 82 detected. The control 239 may be adapted to the white light source 235 to power and a power supply to the red light source 237 to prevent if the sensor 234 recorded that the post 80 and the seat tube 82 are out of engagement. The control 239 in other words, the white light source 235 and the red light source 237 via a power supply of the light sources 235 . 237 illuminate.

In the control 239 For example, it may be a processor programmed to use the red light source 237 to provide power and a power supply of the white light source 235 to prevent if the sensor has an engagement of the post 80 on the pipe 82 detected. This processor may also be configured to use the white light source 235 to provide power and a power supply of the red light source 237 to prevent if the sensor 234 recorded that the post 80 and the pipe 82 are out of engagement. The desk 238 can with the controller 239 , for example, the processor, communicate and can be operated by the driver to control 239 for targeted supply of the white light source 235 to instruct with power when the post 80 out of engagement with the tube 82 is. The computing device 48 For example, with the controller 239 For example, the processor can communicate and control 239 Instructions for the targeted supply of the red light source 237 instruct with power when the post 80 on the pipe 82 intervenes. As explained above, the computing device 28 the light strip 264 in the same way as above with regard to the brake light 143 (as in 3 shown) and the light strip 234 can simultaneously with the brake light 143 operate.

Referring to 43 can the front wheel 20 and / or the rear wheel 22 have a design with emergency running properties. The wheel 20 . 22 has a small air pressure filled inner tube 240 on top of a solid foam layer 242 which provides an additional protective layer to damage the inner tube 240 to avert. To the foam layer 242 is a tire 244 , such as a rubber tire, arranged. The foam layer 242 represents the inner tube located therein 240 a protection ready, and the compressed air inside the hose 240 provides the driver with some cushioning. This hose filled with air 240 also reduces the weight of the wheel.

The wheel is puncture proof. For example, if a long nail or similar object covers the entire foam layer 242 penetrates and the inner inner tube 240 breaks through, is the foam layer 242 designed to still provide the user with a degree of functionality. This allows the user to continue driving, even if a breakdown has taken place. This allows the user to continue using the electric two-wheeler 10 until a replacement / repair can be made.

The foam layer 242 has a toothing feature 246 on. The toothing feature 246 allows the stiffness even with loss of internal structure of the inner tube 240 is maintained. When toothing feature 246 it may be a tongue and groove connection or, alternatively, a connection such as a dovetail joint, which can provide a bearing capacity under the conditions encountered in breakdown.

The front wheel 20 and / or the rear wheel 22 can with a mother 250 at the frame 14 be stored. The frame 14 For example, it may have a bolt that receives the wheel, tightening the nut on the bolt. At the mother 250 it may be a wheel lock nut, ie a nut designed to be removed with a special key. The vehicle 12 may also have a wheel lock nut, the wheel lock nut on the electric two-wheeler 10 and the wheel lock nut on vehicle 12 can be designed to release with the same key.

At the front wheel 20 and the rear wheel 22 For example, they can be 12-inch wheels. This size allows for a more compact collapsed shape and allows the use of smaller cladding 36 , The wheel 20 . 22 For example, it can be wide to provide better ride comfort on rough roads and also to enhance the overall feel. The wheels 20 . 22 can be designed to resemble automotive light-alloy wheels. The wheels can be made of die-cast or injection-molded.

Referring to the 44 to 48 can the seat post 76 be configured so that a preferred height adjustment of the post 80 opposite the seat tube 82 is stored for one or more drivers. A first embodiment of the seat post 76 with data storage is in 45 shown, a second embodiment of the seat post 76 with data storage is in 46 shown, and a third embodiment of the seat post 76 with data storage is in the 47 to 48 shown.

The seating arrangement 18 can refer to the 44 to 48 a display unit 79 having, for indicating a first position of the post 80 along the how in 1 shown slot 84 for a first user and a second position of the post 80 along the slot 84 is designed for a second user. A recognition unit 81 is designed to recognize the first user and the second user. The data store 29 of the computing device 28 can store a statement, leaving the processor 31 of the computing device 28 for instructing the display unit 79 programmed to display the first position when the detection unit 81 recognizes the first user, and instructs the display unit 79 programmed to display the second position when the detection unit 81 recognizes the second user. Although reference is made here to a first driver and a second driver, it should be understood that the data memory 29 Can store statements, so that the processor 31 of the computing device 28 for instructing the display unit 79 is programmed to display any number of locations for any suitable number of users. When two-wheeler 10 It can be a rental bike, and this can store a position for each tenant, so that the position of the seat assembly 18 is adjusted automatically for frequent tenants.

The recognition unit 81 can capture multiple recognition features 83 be educated. Every distinguishing feature 83 can be unique for a different driver and can be the driver of the detection unit 81 make it clear. The recognition unit 81 can be like in 44 shown for detecting any suitable number of recognition features 83 be educated. The recognition unit 81 can in the seating arrangement 18 be supported, or can be at any other place on the two-wheeler 10 be supported. The identity of the user may be in the recognition features 83 and / or in the detection unit 81 be saved.

At the detection unit 81 it may be a proximity sensor used to detect the identifying feature 83 is formed within a predetermined range. At the recognition feature 83 For example, it could be a mobile device 28 , such as a mobile phone, an electromagnetic detection feature, such as an RFID chip, etc. act. In the embodiment in which it is the identification feature 83 to a mobile device 48 is the mobile device 48 in any suitable manner, such as with a radio protocol, for example, a near field connection, a low-power Bluetooth connection, etc., with the recognition unit 81 communicate. Alternatively, the detection unit 81 an input interface, such as a touch-sensitive screen, a mechanical or virtual keyboard, etc.

Referring to 44 has a seat adjustment system 269 the computing device 28 on that with the display unit 79 and the detection unit 81 communicated. The data store 29 of the computing device 28 can store instructions by the processor 31 are executable. The instructions may be programmed to receive a signal from one of the identifying features 83 and instructing the display unit 79 to display the position 80 along the long hole 84 for by the identifying feature 83 detected driver included. The instructions may include, for example, programming to instruct the display unit 79 to display the first position when the recognition unit 81 recognizes the first user, and instructs the display unit 79 to display the second position when the recognition unit 81 recognizes the second user.

Referring to 45 It may be the display unit 79 the first embodiment of the seat post 76 With data storage around a mechanical lock acting on the post 80 with the seat tube 82 engages. Concretely, the first embodiment has a step 262 , For example, a latch 262 , on, with the post 80 is adjustably connected and adapted to the post 80 opposite the seat tube 82 to position. The stage 262 can at the post 80 set and can be used to fix the seat tube 82 be shaped to a movement of the post 80 in the seat tube 82 to prevent it. The stage 262 Can post in any suitable way 80 be set. The stage 262 can at the post 80 For example, be set mechanically or magnetically, etc.

The display unit 79 The first embodiment may be a raceway 263 exhibit in the post 80 or the seat tube 82 is defined. The stage 262 Can slip with the track 263 be engaged. The display unit 81 may have a motor attached to the stage 262 engages and is trained to the stage 262 along the runway 263 to move. The motor 265 can in any suitable way at the stage 262 intervene, for example with a threaded rod 267 , a worm gear, a rack, etc. The post 80 and / or the engine 265 is for tracking the position of the stage 262 along the runway 263 trained, for example, with Hall effect sensors, encoders, etc., so that the engine 265 the stage 262 to the right position along the track 263 can move when the calculator 28 issued the appropriate instruction.

The programming in the data memory 29 may include programming to provide an instruction to operate the mechanical lock at the first position for the first driver when the detection unit 81 recognizes the first driver, and to actuate the mechanical lock at the second position for the second driver when the detection unit 81 recognizes the second driver included. The data store 29 may be a programming for providing an instruction to operate the engine 265 to move the stage 262 to the right position along the track 263 included when the computing device 28 issued an appropriate instruction.

As in 45 a second mechanical lock can be shown 85 at the post 80 and on the seat tube 82 intervention. The second mechanical lock 85 can be like in 46 shown to have a lever which is locked by the driver between an unlocked position in which it the post 80 is possible to get into each of the stage 262 enabled position to move, and a locked position in which the post 80 opposite the seat tube 82 is locked, can be turned. The stage 262 in other words, the post 80 opposite the seat tube 82 position, and if the driver is on the saddle 78 Takes place, the weight of the driver presses the step 262 against the seat tube 82 , The second mechanical lock 85 locks the pole and the seat tube 82 in this relative position. At the second mechanical lock 85 For example, it could be a compression lock on the post 80 is supported and the seat tube 82 compresses, leaving the post 80 on the seat tube 82 is fixed.

In the second embodiment of the as in 46 shown seat post 76 with data storage, instructs the display unit 79 a light strip 264 , ie a strip of light sources, on. The light strip 264 For example, it may include at least one light emitting diode strip having a plurality of light emitting diode bulbs. The computing device 28 may include instructions for illuminating at least a portion of the light strip 264 , For example, a portion of mutually adjacent light sources provide. The right lighting for every driver can be stored in the data memory 29 of the computing device 28 get saved. Alternatively, the post 80 a data store for logging a preferred height of the post 80 and to highlight the preferred height on the light strip 264 exhibit.

The driver can see the illuminated section of the light strip 264 with an edge of the seat tube 82 align to the post 80 and the seat tube 82 to arrange appropriately. The post 80 and / or the seat tube 82 can be a mechanical lock 85 for locking the post 80 opposite the seat tube 82 exhibit when the post 80 along the long hole 84 located in the recognized position. The mechanical lock 85 can be like in 46 shown to have a lever which is locked by the driver between an unlocked position in which it the post 80 is possible, facing the seat tube 82 to move, and a locked position in which the post 80 opposite the seat tube 82 is locked, can be turned. At the mechanical lock 85 For example, it could be a compression lock on the post 80 is supported and the seat tube 82 compresses, leaving the post 80 on the seat tube 82 is locked.

The programming in the data memory 29 may include programming to provide an instruction to illuminate at least one of the light sources to indicate the appropriate position of the pole 80 opposite the slot 84 included for a driver. The data store 29 For example, programming may be to illuminate at least one of the light sources to display the first position when the recognition unit 81 recognizes the first user, and for illuminating at least one of the light sources for displaying the second position when the recognition unit 81 recognizes the second user.

A button 266 For example, via a wired connection or wirelessly with the computing device 28 communicate when the post 80 on the seat tube 82 intervenes. The computing device 28 can do this be programmed, the preferred height in the data memory 29 save when the button 266 is pressed. The computing device 28 For example, a signal from the button 266 get if the button 266 is pressed in, and in response to this, the data store 29 the height position of the post 80 opposite the seat tube 82 to save. The computing device 28 The altitude can also be used with a distinctive feature 83 that from the detection unit 81 has been recorded, reconciled. The height position of the post 80 opposite the seat tube 82 can be measured with any suitable device, such as a Hall-effect sensor, a mechanical measuring device, etc., with the computing device 28 connected is. The computing device 28 can adjust the height position with the illumination of the light strip 264 adjust so that the stored height position from the light strip 264 can be recognized.

The light strip 264 can be red and act as a rear-facing brake light or tail light when the post 80 on the seat tube 82 intervenes. In such an embodiment, the computing device 28 the light strip 264 illuminate in the same way as above regarding the brake light 143 has been explained. In such an embodiment, the light strip 265 simultaneously with the brake light 143 operate.

Referring to the 47 and 48 can the display unit 79 in the third embodiment of the seat post 76 with data storage have a mechanical lock, the post 80 with the seat tube 82 engages. Specifically, the post defines 80 or the seat tube 82 openings 270 , for example, recesses 270 , and the other post 80 or the seat tube 82 supports a stop 268 For example, a ball bearing for engaging in the openings 270 is trained. The post 80 can be like in 47 Concretely shown the plot 268 have, in one of the corresponding openings 270 sitting.

The display unit 79 of the 47 and 48 has an actuator 272 on, for extending / retracting the stop 268 opposite the openings 270 adjacent to the attacks 268 is arranged. At the actuator 272 it may for example be an electromagnet, the stop 268 in such an embodiment by a spring 276 can be biased to an extended position. The electromagnet can be against the bias of the spring 276 work to the stop 268 retract. The seat tube 282 defines a hole 274 to record a stop 268 to the post 80 opposite the seat tube 282 to lock. If specifically a stop corresponding to a desired height 268 with the hole 274 Aligned, the stopper can into the hole 273 intervention. The actuator 272 can with the computing device 28 communicate with the computing device 28 the actuator 272 an instruction to extend / retract the stop 268 can provide. Still referring to the 47 and 48 can programming in data memory 29 a programming for providing an instruction to operate the mechanical lock, such as the actuator 272 , at the first position for the first driver when the detection unit 81 recognizes the first driver, and to operate the mechanical lock, such as the actuator 272 , at the second position, when the detection unit 81 recognizes the second driver included. For example, the data store 29 a programming for providing an instruction to instruct the actuator 272 to intervene the stop 268 in the right opening 270 contain. The height position of the post 80 opposite the seat tube 82 can be measured with any suitable device, such as a Hall-effect sensor, a mechanical measuring device, etc., with the computing device 28 connected is. The computing device 28 can the height position with the actuation of the actuator 272 balance so that the actuator 272 can recognize the stored altitude position.

Computing devices such as the computing devices discussed herein generally include instructions executable by one or more computing devices such as the computing devices identified above that may execute blocks or steps of the processes described above.

Computer executable instructions may be compiled and interpreted with computer programs that can be used with a wide variety of programming languages and / or technologies, either alone or in combination, without limitation, with Java ^™ , C, C ++, Visual Basic, Java Script, Perl, HTML, etc . have been created. A processor, such as a microprocessor, generally receives instructions, such as from a data store, a computer readable medium, etc., and executes those instructions, executing one or more processes, including one or more of the processes described herein. Such instructions and other data may be stored and communicated using a selection of computer readable media. A file in a computing device is generally a collection of data stored on a computer readable medium, such as a storage medium, random access memory, and so on.

A computer readable medium includes any medium that participates in the provision of data (such as instructions) and that can be read by a computer. Such a medium may take many forms, including those of a non-volatile medium, a volatile medium, etc. Non-volatile media include, for example, optical or magnetic disks and other persistent data storage devices. Volatile media include dynamic random access memory (DRAM), which is typically a main data store. Common forms of computer-readable media include, for example, a floppy disk, a flexible disk, a hard disk, a magnetic tape, any other magnetic media, a CD-ROM, a DVD, any other optical media, punched cards, paper strips, any other physical media with hole patterns , a random access memory, a programmable read-only memory, an electronically programmable read-only memory, an electronically programmable, flash-erasable flash memory, any other memory chip or other data storage cartridge, or any other medium that can be read by a computer.

The disclosure has been described by way of example, and it is understood that the terminology used is to be considered as illustrative and not restrictive. Many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teachings, and the invention may be practiced otherwise than as specifically described.

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• EU Directive 2002/24 / EC [0153]
• EN 15194 [0153]

Claims (20)

Two-wheeler, the two-wheeler comprising: a frame having first and second segments that are pivotable relative to one another between a folded-in position and a deployed position, the first segment having a first surface and the second segment having a second surface facing in the unfolded position of the first surface, a hinge disposed between the first and second surfaces, and a locking device extending through the first and / or second surfaces. A bicycle according to claim 1, wherein the locking device is a U-shaped locking element. The bicycle of claim 2, wherein the U-shaped locking member is disposed between the first and second surfaces when the first and second segments are in the deployed position. The bicycle of claim 2, wherein the first and second segments define a cavity between the surfaces, and wherein the U-shaped locking member is disposed in the cavity. A bicycle according to claim 2, wherein the first surface defines two sockets adapted to receive the U-shaped locking member when the first and second segments are in the deployed position. A bicycle according to claim 4, wherein the second surface defines a socket, and wherein one of the sockets of the first surface and the socket of the second surface are adapted to receive the U-shaped locking member when the first and second segments are in the folded position. A bicycle according to claim 2, wherein the first and / or second segment comprises a lock which releasably locks the U-shaped locking element in the sockets. A bicycle according to claim 1, wherein the locking device is a flexible cable extendable from and retractable from the first or second surface. The bicycle according to claim 1, wherein the bicycle further comprises a proximity sensor adapted to detect a detection feature and lock the locking system when the detection feature is moved beyond a predetermined distance, and configured to unlock the locking system when the detection feature is within predetermined distance is moved. 2. The bicycle of claim 1, wherein the bicycle further comprises a casing that encloses at least a portion of the first segment and at least a portion of the second segment when the first and second segments are in the folded position. A bicycle as claimed in claim 10, wherein the casing is removable from the frame. Electric two-wheeler, the bicycle comprising: a frame having first and second segments that are pivotable relative to one another between a folded-in position and a deployed position, the first segment having a first surface and the second segment having a second surface facing in the unfolded position of the first surface, a hinge disposed between the first and second surfaces, a loading unit supported by the first and / or the second surface, and a battery that communicates with the charging unit. An electric bicycle according to claim 12, wherein the charging unit is a power outlet. An electric bicycle according to claim 13, wherein said one of said first and second surfaces defines locking sockets disposed on opposite sides of said power outlet. An electric bicycle according to claim 14, wherein the bicycle further comprises a U-shaped locking member and / or a flexible cable, which is engageable with the locking sockets, has. An electric bicycle according to claim 15, wherein the locking member is adapted for engagement with a charging plug. The electric bicycle of claim 15, wherein the locking member is adapted to engage the locking sockets when the first and second segments are in the deployed position. The electric bicycle of claim 15, wherein the first and second segments define a cavity between the surfaces when the first and second segments are in the retracted position, and wherein the locking element is disposed in the cavity. An electric bicycle according to claim 15, wherein the first and / or second segment comprises a lock which releasably locks the locking element in the locking sockets. The electric bicycle as claimed in claim 12, wherein the electric bicycle further comprises a locking member for engaging a charging plug and releasably locking the charging plug to the charging unit.

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