DE4233373A1 - Large area safety reflector for bicycle - has main reflector hinge mounted in support frame with additional reflector surfaces to deploy from frame. - Google Patents

Large area safety reflector for bicycle - has main reflector hinge mounted in support frame with additional reflector surfaces to deploy from frame.

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DE4233373A1
DE4233373A1 DE19924233373 DE4233373A DE4233373A1 DE 4233373 A1 DE4233373 A1 DE 4233373A1 DE 19924233373 DE19924233373 DE 19924233373 DE 4233373 A DE4233373 A DE 4233373A DE 4233373 A1 DE4233373 A1 DE 4233373A1
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
    • B62J—CYCLE SADDLES OR SEATS; AUXILIARY DEVICES OR ACCESSORIES SPECIALLY ADAPTED TO CYCLES AND NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, e.g. ARTICLE CARRIERS OR CYCLE PROTECTORS
    • B62J6/00—Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices on cycles; Mounting or supporting thereof; Circuits therefor
    • B62J6/20—Arrangement of reflectors, e.g. on the wheel spokes ; Lighting devices mounted on wheel spokes

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Abstract

The reflector (2) is attached to the support frame (1) using a hinge fitting. To increase the reflective area the reflector is swung aside to allow a hidden reflector surface (3) to be swung out into an operating position. The main reflector is swung back thereby doubling the reflective area. The hinged mounting can hold two additional reflective surfaces and in the day setting the additional surfaces are folded behind the main reflector. The additional surfaces can also be used for warning signs etc. USE/ADVANTAGE - The simple mounting provides an enlarged reflecting surface for poor visibility use without additional fittings.

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Es ist bekannt, daß Fahrräder mit Großflächenrückstrahlern ausgestattet sein sollen, die an der Vorder- und/oder Rück­ seite angebracht werden. Sie sollen das Licht herannahender Fahrzeuge reflektieren und auf den Radfahrer aufmerksam machen. Hierdurch soll die Sicherheit der Radfahrer im Straßenverkehr erhöht werden. Die im Handel erhältlichen Großflächenrückstrahler sind - je nach Bauart - mit Hal­ terungen zur Anbringung am Vorderrahmen, Schutzblech oder Gepäckträger versehen. Die Großflächenrückstrahler sind starr zu einem Körper verklebt oder verschraubt. Die Rück­ strahler-und Reflektorfläche beträgt max. ca. 55 cm2.It is known that bicycles should be equipped with large-area reflectors which are attached to the front and / or rear side. They should reflect the light of approaching vehicles and draw the attention of the cyclist. This is intended to increase the safety of cyclists in traffic. The large-area reflectors available on the market are - depending on the type - equipped with brackets for attachment to the front frame, mudguard or luggage rack. The large-area reflectors are rigidly glued or screwed to a body. The reflector and reflector surface is max. approx. 55 cm 2 .

Wie die traurige Bilanz zeigt, gehören Radfahrer, trotz Anwendung von Großflächenrückstrahlern, insbesondere bei Dunkelheit, zu den am meisten gefährdeten Verkehrsteil­ nehmern. Hauptgrund ist hierfür oft ein nicht rechtzeitiges Erkennen durch schnellere Verkehrsteilnehmer, wie Auto- und Motorradfahrer. Die Großflächenrückstrahlerfläche am Fahrrad sollte noch größer sein. Zusätzliche Rück­ strahler können jedoch mangels Anbringungsmöglichkeiten und mangels geeignetem Zubehör am Fahrrad nicht angebracht werden.As the sad balance sheet shows, cyclists belong, despite Use of large area reflectors, especially for Darkness, the most vulnerable part of the traffic takers. The main reason for this is often not a timely one Detect by faster road users, such as car and motorcyclists. The large area reflector surface on the bike should be even bigger. Additional return spotlights can, however, due to a lack of attachment options and not attached to the bike due to the lack of suitable accessories become.

Der im Anspruch 1 angegebenen Erfindung liegt das Problem zugrunde, einen Großflächenrückstrahler so auszubilden, daß dessen Rückstrahlerfläche bei Bedarf vergrößert werden kann, wodurch das Problem der Anbringung von zusätzlichen Großflächenrückstrahlern entfällt. The invention specified in claim 1 is the problem to form a large-area reflector in such a way that its reflector surface can be enlarged if necessary can, causing the problem of attaching additional Large area reflectors are not required.  

Die mit der Erfindung erzielten Vorteile bestehen insbe­ sondere darin, daß durch eine kinderleichte und sehr einfache Handhabung die Rückstrahlerfläche um 100% vergrößert werden kann. Hierdurch wird der Erkennungsab­ stand wesentlich erweitert und die Unfallgefahr erheblich gemindert. Der Herstellungsaufwand ist nur etwas höher als bei herkömmlichen Großflächenrückstrahlern. Der Austausch oder die Anbringung ist ohne besonderen Auf­ wand möglich.The advantages achieved with the invention are in particular special in that through a foolproof and very easy handling the reflector surface by 100% can be enlarged. This makes the detection ab was significantly expanded and the risk of accidents considerably diminished. The manufacturing effort is only slightly higher than with conventional large area reflectors. Of the Exchange or attachment is without special requirements wall possible.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung ist im Anspruch 2 angege­ ben. Hier wird durch die Kombination Signalfarbe und Rückstrahlerfläche, eine erhöhte Wirkung bei Tage, sowie bei Dunkelheit erzielt.An advantageous embodiment is specified in claim 2 ben. The combination of signal color and Reflecting surface, an increased effect during the day, as well achieved in the dark.

Die Weiterbildung nach Anspruch 3 ermöglicht es, insbe­ sondere bei Tage, die Warnwirkung des Großflächenrück­ strahlers und damit die Verkehrssicherheit zu erhöhen.The training according to claim 3 enables, in particular especially in the daytime, the warning effect of the large area back Strahlers and thus to increase traffic safety.

Aufgrund der Ausgestaltung im Anspruch 4 können kleinere Großflächenrückstrahler für Rennräder wesentlich ver­ größert werden.Due to the configuration in claim 4, smaller ones Large area reflectors for racing bikes considerably ver be enlarged.

Ein Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung, zur Anbringung am Gepäckträger, ist in der perspektivischen Zeichnung dargestellt und wird im folgenden beschrieben.An embodiment of the invention for attachment on the luggage rack, is in the perspective drawing shown and is described below.

Die Bezugszeichen bedeuten:The reference symbols mean:

1 Großflächenrückstrahler-Halteplatte
2 Rückstrahler - aufklappbar
3 Rückstrahler - ausklappbar 1 large-area reflector holding plate
2 reflectors - foldable
3 reflectors - foldable

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Der Großflächenrückstrahler ist so ausgebildet, daß er zusammengeklappt am Fahrrad angebracht ist. Bei Bedarf kann der Rückstrahler 2 aufgeklappt und Rückstrahler 3 nach oben ausgeklappt werden. Durch Zurückklappen von Rückstrahler 2 wird Rückstrahler 3 in Stellung gehalten und die Rückstrahlerfläche um 100% vergrößert. In umge­ kehrter Reihenfolge wird die ursprüngliche Rückstrahler­ fläche wieder hergestellt.The large area reflector is designed so that it is attached to the bicycle when folded. If necessary, the reflector 2 can be opened and the reflector 3 can be opened upwards. By folding back reflector 2 , reflector 3 is held in position and the reflector area is increased by 100%. In reverse order, the original reflector surface is restored.

Claims (4)

1. Großflächenrückstrahler für Fahrräder zur Befestigung an der Vorder-und/oder Rückseite, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß der Großflächenrückstrahler aus einer Halteplatte, einem aufklappbaren Rückstrahler und einem ausklappbaren Rückstrahler zusammengesetzt ist.1. Large area reflector for bicycles for attachment to the front and / or rear, characterized in that the large area reflector is composed of a holding plate, a hinged reflector and a foldable reflector. 2. Großflächenrückstrahler nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß an Stelle des ausklappbaren Rückstrahlers eine aus­ klappbare Warnfläche in Signalfarbe, in Kombination mit einem Rückstrahler, eingesetzt ist.2. large area reflector according to claim 1, characterized, that in place of the fold-out reflector foldable warning surface in signal color, in combination with a reflector is used. 3. Großflächenrückstrahler nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß an Stelle des ausklappbaren Rückstrahlers eine aus­ klappbare Warnfläche in Signalfarbe eingesetzt ist.3. large area reflector according to claim 1, characterized, that in place of the fold-out reflector folding warning surface in signal color is used. 4. Großflächenrückstrahler nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß der Großflächenrückstrahler aus einer Halteplatte, einem aufklappbaren Rückstrahler und mehreren ausklapp­ baren Rückstrahlern zusammengesetzt ist.4. large area reflector according to claim 1, characterized, that the large-area reflector consists of a holding plate, a hinged reflector and several fold out rear reflectors is.
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Citations (5)

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US2057374A (en) * 1935-06-19 1936-10-13 Troxel Mfg Company Saddle
DE1630098U (en) * 1951-07-24 1951-10-31 Nsu Werke A G ARRANGEMENT FOR IDENTIFICATION OF BICYCLES IN TRAFFIC IN THE DARK.
US4046397A (en) * 1976-06-01 1977-09-06 Kitrell John V Reflector device for bicycles
US4544994A (en) * 1982-07-29 1985-10-01 Tele-Lite, Inc. Knuckled lamp head bracket mount for generator
DE8907358U1 (en) * 1989-06-16 1989-07-27 Jürgens, Hans Georg, 4830 Gütersloh Holder for attaching a front reflector to a bicycle

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* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US2057374A (en) * 1935-06-19 1936-10-13 Troxel Mfg Company Saddle
DE1630098U (en) * 1951-07-24 1951-10-31 Nsu Werke A G ARRANGEMENT FOR IDENTIFICATION OF BICYCLES IN TRAFFIC IN THE DARK.
US4046397A (en) * 1976-06-01 1977-09-06 Kitrell John V Reflector device for bicycles
US4544994A (en) * 1982-07-29 1985-10-01 Tele-Lite, Inc. Knuckled lamp head bracket mount for generator
DE8907358U1 (en) * 1989-06-16 1989-07-27 Jürgens, Hans Georg, 4830 Gütersloh Holder for attaching a front reflector to a bicycle

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