JP2019182249A - Control device, man-power drive vehicle and control method - Google Patents

Abstract

To properly drive an electrically-driven component.SOLUTION: A control device 34 controls electrical power supply to a component 36 of a man-power drive vehicle. The control device 34 controls electrical power supply to the component 36 based on a first state whether a rechargeable power storage part 30 is connected to the component 36 and a second state whether a power generation part 32 for generating electrical power with operation of the man-power drive vehicle is connected to the component 36.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

  The present invention relates to a control device, a manpowered vehicle, and a control method.

  Patent Document 1 discloses a technique for driving a component of a human-powered vehicle with electric power from a battery. Patent Document 1 also discloses a technique in which a power generation mechanism such as a hub dynamo is provided in a human-powered vehicle.

Table 2015/033492

  When a component is driven by a battery in a human-powered vehicle, it is advantageous in terms of running load (passenger's drive load), but the drive time is limited due to the limited amount of electricity stored. On the other hand, when the component is driven by the power generation mechanism, the limitation on the driving time is eliminated, but the traveling load increases. Therefore, it is required to appropriately drive the electric component depending on the situation.

  SUMMARY An advantage of some aspects of the invention is to provide a control device, a manpowered vehicle, and a control method that can appropriately drive an electric component.

  In order to solve the above-described problems and achieve the object, a control device according to the first aspect of the present invention is a control device that controls power supply to a component of a manpowered vehicle, and the chargeable power storage unit includes Based on a first state whether or not connected to the component and a second state whether or not a power generation unit that generates power in accordance with the operation of the manpowered vehicle is connected to the component, power to the component Control the supply.

  According to the first aspect, the electric component can be appropriately driven by controlling the power supply to the component according to the connection state.

  The control device of the second side according to the first side recognizes that the power storage unit is connected to the component when the signal from the power storage unit is received for the first state, and the second state When the signal from the power generation unit is received, it is recognized that the power generation unit is connected to the component.

  According to the second aspect, the connection state can be stably recognized by recognizing the connection state by receiving a signal.

  The control device of the third aspect according to the second aspect transmits a first signal to the power storage unit and receives a first reception signal indicating that the first signal has been received from the power storage unit for the first state. A second received signal indicating that the power storage unit is connected to the component, transmits a second signal to the power generation unit, and receives the second signal for the second state. Is received from the power generation unit, the power generation unit is recognized as being connected to the component.

  According to the third aspect, the connection state can be stably recognized by recognizing the connection state based on the received signal indicating that the transmitted signal has been received.

  The control device according to the fourth aspect according to the third aspect includes a detection unit that detects a state of the human-powered vehicle, and transmits the first signal and the second signal based on a detection result of the detection unit.

  According to the fourth aspect, the connection state can be stably recognized by transmitting a signal based on the state of the manpowered vehicle.

  The control device of the fifth aspect according to any one of the first to fourth aspects recognizes that the power storage unit is connected to the component for the first state, and for the second state, When it is recognized that the power generation unit is not connected to the component, power is supplied from the power storage unit to the component.

  According to the fifth aspect, when only the power storage unit is connected to the component, the electric component can be appropriately driven by supplying power from the power storage unit.

  The control device control apparatus of the sixth aspect according to any one of the first to fifth aspects recognizes that the power storage unit is not connected to the component for the first state, and the second state When it is recognized that the power generation unit is connected to the component, power is supplied from the power generation unit to the component.

  According to the sixth aspect, when only the power generation unit is connected to the component, the electric component can be appropriately driven by supplying power from the power generation unit.

  The control device of the seventh aspect according to any one of the first to sixth aspects has recognized that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component for the first state and the second state. In this case, power is supplied to the component from at least one of the power generation unit and the power storage unit.

  According to the seventh aspect, when both the power generation unit and the power storage unit are connected to the component, the electric component can be appropriately driven by controlling the power supply.

  The control device of the eighth aspect according to the seventh aspect recognizes that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component for the first state and the second state, and When the amount of power stored in the power storage unit is equal to or greater than a first predetermined value, power is supplied from the power storage unit to the component.

  According to the eighth aspect, when both the power generation unit and the power storage unit are connected to the component, and there is a margin in the power storage amount of the power storage unit, the electric component is appropriately supplied by supplying power from the power storage unit. Can be driven.

  The control device of the ninth aspect according to the seventh or eighth aspect recognizes that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component for the first state and the second state, and the power storage When the amount of electricity stored in the unit is equal to or greater than the first predetermined value, the power generation by the power generation unit is stopped.

  According to the ninth aspect, when both the power generation unit and the power storage unit are connected to the component, and there is a surplus in the amount of power stored in the power storage unit, the power generation unit is stopped to stop the electric component. The driving load can be reduced while driving properly.

  The control device of the tenth aspect according to any one of the seventh to ninth aspects recognizes that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component for the first state and the second state. And when the amount of electricity stored in the electricity storage unit is less than a second predetermined value, electric power is supplied from the power generation unit to the component.

  According to the tenth aspect, when both the power generation unit and the power storage unit are connected to the component, and there is no allowance for the power storage amount of the power storage unit, the electric component is appropriately supplied by supplying power from the power generation unit. Can be driven.

  The control device according to the eleventh aspect according to any one of the seventh to tenth aspects is different from the control device according to the tenth aspect in that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are configured to perform the first state and the second state. When the power storage unit recognizes that it is connected to a component and the power storage amount of the power storage unit is less than the second predetermined value, the power storage unit is charged with power from the power generation unit.

  According to the eleventh aspect, when both the power generation unit and the power storage unit are connected to the component and there is no allowance for the power storage amount of the power storage unit, the power storage unit is charged with the power of the power generation unit, thereby generating power. The power of the part can be used effectively.

  The control device of the twelfth aspect according to any one of the seventh to eleventh aspects recognizes that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component for the first state and the second state. And when the amount of electricity stored in the electricity storage unit is less than a third predetermined value, the electricity storage unit is charged with the electricity from the electricity generation unit, and the power from the electricity generation unit to the component during operation of the component Supply.

  According to the twelfth aspect, when both the power generation unit and the power storage unit are connected to the component and there is no allowance for the power storage amount of the power storage unit, the power of the power generation unit is connected to the component and the power storage unit as necessary. By supplying to the power, the power of the power generation unit can be used effectively.

  In order to solve the above-described problems and achieve the object, a control device according to a thirteenth aspect of the present invention controls power supply to components in a manpowered vehicle having a chargeable power storage unit and a power generation unit. The power storage unit supplies power to the component when the power storage amount of the power storage unit is greater than or equal to a first predetermined value, and the power storage amount of the power storage unit is less than a second predetermined value In some cases, power is supplied from the power generation unit to the component.

  According to the thirteenth aspect, when both the power generation unit and the power storage unit are connected to the component, the electric component can be appropriately driven by controlling the power supply.

  In the control device according to the fourteenth aspect according to any one of the first to thirteenth aspects, the component is an electric brake device.

  According to the fourteenth aspect, the electric brake device can be appropriately driven.

  In order to solve the above-described problem and achieve the object, a human-powered vehicle according to a fifteenth aspect of the present invention includes the control device according to any one of the first to fourteenth aspects, the power storage unit, A power generation unit; and the component.

  According to the fifteenth aspect, the electric component can be driven appropriately.

  In order to solve the above-described problems and achieve the object, a control method according to a sixteenth aspect of the present invention is a control method for controlling power supply to a component of a manpowered vehicle, wherein the rechargeable power storage unit is Based on a first state whether or not connected to the component and a second state whether or not a power generation unit that generates power in accordance with the operation of the manpowered vehicle is connected to the component, power to the component Control the supply.

  According to the sixteenth aspect, the electric component can be appropriately driven by controlling the power supply to the component according to the connection state.

  In order to solve the above-described problems and achieve the object, a control method according to a seventeenth aspect of the present invention controls power supply to components in a manpowered vehicle having a chargeable power storage unit and a power generation unit. When the amount of electricity stored in the electricity storage unit is equal to or greater than a first predetermined value, power is supplied from the electricity storage unit to the component, and the amount of electricity stored in the electricity storage unit is less than a second predetermined value. In some cases, power is supplied from the power generation unit to the component.

  According to the seventeenth aspect, when both the power generation unit and the power storage unit are connected to the component, the electric component can be appropriately driven by controlling the power supply.

  According to the present invention, an electric component can be appropriately driven.

FIG. 1 is a schematic front view of a human-powered vehicle according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the power generation unit according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is a schematic block diagram of the control device, the power generation unit, the power storage unit, and the component according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram illustrating a connection state of the power storage unit and the power generation unit to components. FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram illustrating a connection state of the power storage unit and the power generation unit to components. FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram illustrating a connection state of the power storage unit and the power generation unit to components. FIG. 7 is a flowchart illustrating a method for recognizing a connection state by the control device. FIG. 8 is a flowchart for explaining control of power supply in accordance with the connection state.

  Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Note that the present invention is not limited to this embodiment. Further, when there are a plurality of embodiments, combinations of the embodiments are also included in the present invention.

  With reference to FIG. 1, the human-powered vehicle 10 according to the present embodiment travels by the passenger's human power. The human-powered vehicle 10 in the present embodiment means a vehicle that uses human power at least partially with respect to the driving force for traveling, and includes a vehicle that assists human power by electric drive. Vehicles that use only motive power other than human power are not included in human-powered vehicles. In particular, a vehicle using only an internal combustion engine as a driving force is not included in a manpower driven vehicle. Usually, a man-powered vehicle is assumed to be a small light vehicle and a vehicle that does not require a license for driving on a public road. In the present embodiment, the manpowered vehicle 10 is a bicycle. The manpowered vehicle 10 includes a frame 12, a handlebar 14, a fork 16, a saddle 18, a front wheel 20, and a rear wheel 22.

  The frame 12 includes a head tube 12a, a top tube 12b, a down tube 12c, a seat tube 12d, a pair of left and right seat stays 12e, and a pair of left and right chain stays 12f. The head tube 12 a supports the handle bar 14 and the fork 16. The top tube 12b has one end connected to the head tube 12a and the other end connected to the seat tube 12d. The down tube 12c has one end connected to the head tube 12a and the other end connected to the seat tube 12d. The seat stay 12e has one end connected to the seat tube 12d and the other end connected to the chain stay 12f. The chain stay 12f has one end connected to the seat tube 12d and the other end connected to the seat stay 12e. The terms “front”, “rear”, “left”, “right”, “upper” and “lower”, and terms similar to these, are used from the state in which the passenger sits on the saddle 18 toward the handlebar 14. It means “front”, “rear”, “left”, “right”, “upper” and “lower”.

  The handle bar 14 is a member that is gripped by a passenger of the human-powered vehicle 10. The handle bar 14 is rotatable with respect to the head tube 12a. As the handle bar 14 is rotated, the fork 16 rotates and the traveling direction of the human-powered vehicle 10 changes.

  The saddle 18 is a member that supports the buttocks of the passenger of the human-powered vehicle 10. The saddle 18 is supported by the seat tube 12d via an adjustable seat post 36c described later.

  The front wheel 20 is attached to the fork 16. The front wheel 20 is rotatable with respect to the frame 12. The front wheel 20 includes a rim 20a to which a tire is attached and a plurality of spokes 20b. The rear wheel 22 is attached to a rear end defined as a connection point between the seat stay 12e and the chain stay 12f. The rear wheel 22 is rotatable with respect to the frame 12. The rear wheel 22 includes a rim 22a to which a tire is attached and a plurality of spokes 22b.

  In addition, the manpowered vehicle 10 includes a crank assembly 24, a rear sprocket assembly 26, and a chain 28 as a drive mechanism. In the human-powered vehicle 10, a belt-type or shaft-type drive mechanism may be employed instead of such a chain-type drive mechanism.

  The crank assembly 24 includes a crankshaft 242, a pair of left and right crank arms 244, and a front sprocket 246. The crankshaft 242 is rotatably supported by the frame 12 via a bottom bracket (not shown). The pair of left and right crank arms 244 are connected to the crankshaft 242 so as to be rotatable with respect to the frame 12. One (here, the right side) crank arm 244 is provided with a plurality of front sprockets 246 having different numbers of teeth. When the passenger steps on the pedals 248 attached to the pair of left and right crank arms 244, the crankshaft 242 and the front sprocket 246 rotate. The number of front sprockets 246 is not limited to a plurality, and may be one.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the rear sprocket assembly 26 is supported by the rear wheel 22. The rear sprocket assembly 26 includes a plurality of rear sprockets. The rear sprocket assembly 26 is rotatable relative to the rear wheel 22. The rear sprocket assembly 26 includes a plurality of rear sprockets having different numbers of teeth. The number of rear sprockets included in the rear sprocket assembly 26 is not particularly limited.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the chain 28 is wound around one of the plurality of front sprockets 246 of the crank assembly 24. The chain 28 is wound around one of the plurality of rear sprockets of the rear sprocket assembly 26. The rotation of the crank assembly 24 is transmitted to the rear sprocket assembly 26 via the chain 28 to rotate the rear wheel 22.

  As illustrated in FIG. 1, the manpowered vehicle 10 includes a power storage unit 30, a power generation unit 32, a control device 34, and a plurality of components 36. The power storage unit 30 is attached to the frame 12. The power storage unit 30 is a battery that can store power, and supplies the stored power to the component 36. Furthermore, the power storage unit 30 is a rechargeable battery (secondary battery), and can store power by charging. In the present embodiment, the power storage unit 30 is a lithium ion battery, but the type is arbitrary as long as it is a rechargeable battery. The power storage unit 30 is not limited to the frame 12 and may be attached to any position of the human-powered vehicle 10.

  The power storage unit 30 is configured to be switchable between a state connected to the component 36 and a state not connected to the component 36 (state not connected to the component 36). The state where the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 means a state where power can be supplied from the power storage unit 30 to the component 36. The state where the power storage unit 30 is not connected to the component 36 means a state where power cannot be supplied from the power storage unit 30 to the component 36.

  In the present embodiment, the power storage unit 30 is provided to be detachable from the human-powered vehicle 10. In a state where the power storage unit 30 is attached to the human-powered vehicle 10, the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36. In a state where it is removed from the manpowered vehicle 10, the power storage unit 30 is not connected to the component 36. However, the switching method of the connection state of the power storage unit 30 with respect to the component 36 is not limited to the attachment / detachment to the manpowered vehicle 10. For example, a state in which the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 when the passenger sets the power storage unit 30 via the control device 34 described later in a state where the power storage unit 30 is attached to the human-powered vehicle 10, and the power storage unit 30 is a component The state of being not connected to 36 may be switched.

  The power generation unit 32 is a mechanism (device) that generates power in accordance with the operation of the human-powered vehicle 10. The power generation unit 32 supplies the generated power to the component 36. The power generation unit 32 may supply the generated power to the power storage unit 30. In this case, the power storage unit 30 is charged with electric power from the power generation unit 32.

  As shown in FIG. 2, in this embodiment, the electric power generation part 32 is a hub dynamo. The power generation unit 32 is provided on the rear wheel 22 and attached to the frame 12. The power generation unit 32 includes a hub shaft 321a, a hub shell 321b, a free wheel 321c, a stator 322, a rotor 324, a power storage mechanism 325, a first cable 326, and a second cable 327.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the hub shaft 321a is formed in a substantially cylindrical shape. The hub axle 321a is attached to the frame 12 by a fixing mechanism 328. Specifically, the hub shaft 321a is attached to the chain stay 12f (seat stay 12e). Specifically, the hub shaft 321a is attached to the rear end of the frame 12, for example, the chain stay 12f (seat stay 12e) by a fixing means, for example, a known fixing mechanism 328.

  The hub shell 321b is configured to be rotatable around the hub shaft 321a. The rotational axis of the hub shell 321b coincides with the central axis of the hub shaft 321a. The hub shell 321b is arranged side by side with the free wheel 321c in the axial direction parallel to the center axis of the hub shaft 321a. The hub shell 321b accommodates the stator 322, the rotor 324, the power storage mechanism 325, the first cable 326, and the second cable 327. The spoke 22b is attached to the flange portion of the hub shell 321b.

  The free wheel 321c is arranged side by side with the hub shell 321b in the axial direction parallel to the center axis of the hub shaft 321a. The free wheel 321c is connected to the hub shell 321b and is configured to be rotatable around the hub shaft 321a. The rotational axis of the free wheel 321c coincides with the central axis of the hub shaft 321a. The free wheel 321 c is configured to be able to support the rear sprocket assembly 26. The free wheel 321c can transmit the rotation in the first direction to the hub shell 321b. The free wheel 321c cannot transmit rotation in the second direction, which is opposite to the first direction, to the hub shell 321b. Here, the first direction is a direction in which the rear sprocket assembly 26 rotates when a driving force is transmitted from the chain to the rear sprocket assembly 26. The free wheel 321c is formed in a substantially cylindrical shape, and a hub shaft 321a is disposed on the inner peripheral portion of the free wheel 321c.

  The stator 322 is fixed to the hub shaft 321a and includes a coil. The rotor 324 is supported by the hub shell 321b. The rotor 324 can rotate relative to the hub shaft 321a. The rotor 324 includes a plurality of magnets facing the stator 322. When the rotor 324 rotates, an induced electromotive force is generated in the coil.

  The power storage mechanism 325 is configured to temporarily store the power generated by the power generation unit 32. In this embodiment, the power storage mechanism 325 includes a capacitor, for example. The power storage mechanism 325 stores electric power generated by the stator 322 coil. The power storage mechanism 325 supplies power to at least one of the component 36 and the power storage unit 30. The first cable 326 connects the coil of the stator 322 and the power storage mechanism 325. The first cable 326 transmits the electric power generated by the coil of the stator 322 to the power storage mechanism 325. The second cable 327 connects the power storage mechanism 325 and the component 36, and connects the power storage mechanism 325 and the power storage unit 30. The second cable 327 supplies the power stored in the power storage mechanism 325 to the component 36 and supplies the power stored in the power storage mechanism 325 to the power storage unit 30.

  As described above, the power generation unit 32 generates power using the induced electromotive force generated by the rotation of the rotor 324. As described above, when a rider applies a force to the pedal 248, the crankshaft 242 and the front sprocket 246 rotate, and the manpowered vehicle 10 operates (here, the manpowered vehicle 10 advances). The power generation unit 32 generates power when the rotor 324 rotates as the human-powered vehicle 10 travels. In other words, the power generation unit 32 is a power generation mechanism that generates power in accordance with the operation of the human-powered vehicle 10. In the present embodiment, the power generation unit 32 is a hub dynamo. However, the power generation unit 32 is not limited to the hub dynamo as long as power is generated with the operation of the manpowered vehicle 10. For example, the power generation unit 32 may be a mechanism that generates power by vibration of a suspension 36e described later as the operation of the human-powered vehicle 10. Further, the power generation unit 32 may be a block dynamo that generates power by being in contact with a rotating body such as the rim 20a and the rim 22a. When the power generation unit 32 is a block dynamo, the contact state between the power generation unit 32 and the rotating body may be changed by the electric drive mechanism. Furthermore, the power generation units 32 such as a hub dynamo and a block dynamo may be provided on either the front wheel 20 or the rear wheel 22 or may be provided on both the front wheel 20 and the rear wheel 22. Further, the power generation unit 32 may be a mechanism that uses an electric motor of an electric auxiliary device 36d described later as a regenerative generator. That is, the power generation unit 32 may be a mechanism that uses the electric auxiliary device 36d as a regenerative brake.

  The power generation unit 32 is configured to be able to switch between a state connected to the component 36 and a state not connected to the component 36 (state not connected to the component 36). The state in which the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36 means a state in which power can be supplied from the power generation unit 32 to the component 36. The state where the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36 means a state where power cannot be supplied from the power generation unit 32 to the component 36. In other words, the state where the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36 means a state where the power generation unit 32 can generate power, and the state where the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36 means that the power generation unit 32 does not generate power. It means possible state.

  In the present embodiment, the power generation unit 32 is provided so as to be removable from the manpowered vehicle 10. When the power generation unit 32 is attached to the human-powered vehicle 10, the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36. When the power generation unit 32 is detached from the human-powered vehicle 10, the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36. It becomes. However, the switching method between the state in which the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36 and the state in which the power generation unit 32 is not connected is not limited to attachment / detachment to the manpowered vehicle 10. Further, the power generation unit 32 may be detachable from the manpowered vehicle 10. For example, the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36 when the operator operates and sets an input unit 34d of the control device 34 described later in a state where the power generation unit 32 is attached to the manpowered vehicle 10, that is, the power generation unit. A state in which power generation by 32 is possible and a state in which the power generation unit 32 cannot generate power may be switched between a state in which power generation by the power generation unit 32 is not possible. In the present embodiment, the state where power generation by the power generation unit 32 is impossible is realized by the switching mechanism 330 shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 2, the switching mechanism 330 includes a flange 332 and an actuator 334. The flange portion 332 is a flange-shaped member provided between the stator 322 and the rotor 324. Furthermore, the flange 332 is provided between the magnet of the rotor 324 and the yoke of the stator 322 facing the magnet of the rotor 324. The actuator 334 is provided, for example, on the stator 322 or the hub shaft 321a, and is coupled to the flange 332 so as to change the phase of the flange 332 with respect to the yoke. The actuator 334 drives the flange portion 332 to rotate the flange portion 332 in the circumferential direction of the hub shaft 321a. The collar portion 332 changes its circumferential position by rotating, and the yoke of the stator 322 is magnetically isolated from the magnet of the rotor 324, and the yoke of the stator 322 is the magnet of the rotor 324. Is switched to a magnetically connected state. The state where the yoke of the stator 322 and the magnet of the rotor 324 are magnetically connected is the state where the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36. That is, the power generation unit 32 can generate power. The state where the yoke of the stator 322 and the magnet of the rotor 324 are magnetically disconnected is a state where the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36. That is, the power generation by the power generation unit 32 is impossible. As described above, the actuator 334 drives the flange portion 332 so that the yoke of the stator 322 and the magnet of the rotor 324 are magnetically connected, so that the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36. Realize. Further, the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36 by driving the flange 332 so that the yoke of the stator 322 and the magnet of the rotor 324 are magnetically cut off.

  Returning to FIG. 1, the control device 34 is configured as a computer unit. The control device 34 includes, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a ROM (Read Only Memory), a RAM (Random Access Memory), a flash memory (Flash Memory), and the like. Each function of the control device 34 is realized by cooperation of them. As shown in FIG. 1, the control device 34 is attached to the handle bar 14, but may not be attached to the handle bar 14. The control device 34 includes a battery and is operated by the battery, but may be operated by electric power from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32.

  The control device 34 is a device that controls power supply to the component 36 of the human-powered vehicle 10. As illustrated in FIG. 3, the control device 34 includes a detection unit 34a, a communication unit 34b, a control unit 34c, and an input unit 34d.

  The detection unit 34 a is configured to detect the state of the human-powered vehicle 10. The detection unit 34a detects, as the state of the human-powered vehicle 10, for example, vibration of the human-powered vehicle 10, rotation of the front wheels 20 or the rear wheels 22 of the human-powered vehicle 10, power on / off of the control device 34, and the like. When detecting vibration, for example, a vibration sensor is provided in the human-powered vehicle 10 as the detection unit 34a. When detecting the rotation of the front wheel 20 or the rear wheel 22, for example, a rotation sensor that detects the rotation of the front wheel 20 or the rear wheel 22 is provided in the human-powered vehicle 10 as the detection unit 34a. When detecting ON / OFF of the power supply of the control apparatus 34, the power supply circuit of the control apparatus 34 functions as the detection part 34a, for example. In the description of FIG. 3, the detection unit 34 a is included in the control device 34, but the detection unit 34 a may be a separate body from the control device 34 so that the state of the human-powered vehicle 10 can be detected. It is provided at an arbitrary position of the human-powered vehicle 10.

  Communication unit 34 b is configured to communicate with power storage unit 30 and power generation unit 32. The communication unit 34b may communicate with the power storage unit 30, the power generation unit 32, and the component 36 through wireless communication, or may communicate with the power storage unit 30, the power generation unit 32, and the component 36 through wired communication. The communication unit 34b may communicate with the detection unit 34a to acquire the detection result of the detection unit 34a and transmit the detection result of the detection unit 34a to the control unit 34c.

  The control unit 34c is configured by a CPU, and a first state whether or not the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36, a second state whether or not the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36, and Recognize Further, the control unit 34 c controls whether or not the power from the power storage unit 30 is supplied to the component 36. In addition, the control unit 34 c controls whether or not the power from the power generation unit 32 is supplied to the component 36 and the power storage unit 30. The contents of control by the control unit 34c will be described later. Further, the control unit 34c determines whether or not the human-powered vehicle 10 is operating based on the detection result of the detection unit 34a. Hereinafter, the state in which the human-powered vehicle 10 is operating is referred to as a predetermined state. When the detection unit 34a detects vibration, the control unit 34c determines that the detection unit 34a is in a predetermined state by detecting vibration that is greater than or equal to a predetermined vibration value. When the detection unit 34a detects the rotation of the front wheel 20 or the rear wheel 22, the control unit 34c determines that the state is a predetermined state when the detection unit 34a detects a rotation number equal to or higher than a predetermined rotation number. Further, when the detection unit 34 a detects the power on / off of the control device 34, the control unit 34 c determines that the control device 34 is in a predetermined state by turning on the power. Note that the determination as to whether the state is the predetermined state may be executed by the detection unit 34a provided with a separate CPU or the like in the detection unit 34a.

  The input unit 34d is configured by, for example, a button or a touch panel for accepting the operation of the passenger H. However, the control device 34 may not include the input unit 34d. The control device 34 may further include a display unit that displays information, and a storage unit that stores the control content of the control unit 34c.

  Returning to FIG. 1, the component 36 is attached to the manpowered vehicle 10 and driven by electric power. That is, the component 36 is a device that operates by supplying power and changes the operating state of the human-powered vehicle 10. The component 36 operates by supplying power from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32. In the present embodiment, the component 36 includes an electric brake device 36a, an electric transmission device 36b, an adjustable seat post 36c, an electric auxiliary device 36d, and a suspension 36e. However, the plurality of components 36 can be arbitrarily selected, and the manpowered vehicle 10 only needs to have at least one of the plurality of components 36 described above. Furthermore, the human-powered vehicle 10 preferably has an electric brake device 36 a as the component 36.

  The electric brake device 36 a is a device that brakes the human-powered vehicle 10 by supplying power from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32. As shown in FIG. 1, the electric brake device 36a includes a front brake 36a1 and a rear brake 36a2. The front brake 36a1 includes a brake shoe (brake pad). The front brake 36a1 moves the brake shoe forward and backward with respect to the rim 20a of the front wheel 20 by the electric power from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32. The front brake 36a1 brakes the front wheel 20 by friction between the brake shoe and the rim 20a. The rear brake 36a2 includes a brake shoe (brake pad). The rear brake 36 a 2 moves the brake shoe forward and backward with respect to the rim 22 a of the rear wheel 22 by the electric power from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32. The rear brake 36a2 brakes the rear wheel 22 by friction between the brake shoe and the rim 22a. The front brake 36a1 and the rear brake 36a2 are not limited to rim brakes, and may be roller brakes or disc brakes, for example.

  The electric brake device 36a brakes the manpowered vehicle 10 in accordance with the operation of the brake operation device 38a. The brake operation device 38a is a device for operating the electric brake device 36a and is attached to the handle bar 14. The brake operation device 38a is electrically connected to the electric brake device 36a by wire or wirelessly. The brake operation device 38a includes a front brake operation device 38a1 and a rear brake operation device 38a2. FIG. 1 shows only the brake operation device disposed on the right side of the handlebar 14. The front brake operation device 38a1 transmits a signal including information related to the input from the passenger to the front brake 36a1. The front brake 36a1 controls an actuator (not shown) driven by power supply from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32 based on the received signal, and presses the brake shoe against the rim 20a. The rear brake operation device 38a2 transmits a signal including information related to the input from the passenger to the rear brake 36a2. The rear brake 36a2 controls an actuator (not shown) driven by power supply from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32 based on the received signal, and presses the brake shoe against the rim 22a.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the electric transmission 36b includes a front derailleur 36b1 and a rear derailleur 36b2. The front derailleur 36b1 is a device for changing the gear ratio of the manpowered vehicle 10 by winding the chain 28 around different front sprockets 246 in the crank assembly 24. The rear derailleur 36b2 is a device for changing the speed ratio of the manpowered vehicle 10 by winding the chain 28 around different rear sprockets in the rear sprocket assembly 26.

  The electric transmission device 36b brakes the manpowered vehicle 10 in accordance with the operation of the transmission operation device 38b. The speed change operation device 38b is a device for operating the electric speed change device 36b, and is attached to the handle bar 14. The speed change operation device 38b is electrically connected to the electric speed change device 36b by wire or wirelessly. The speed change operation device 38b includes a front speed change operation device 38b1 and a rear speed change operation device 38b2. FIG. 1 shows only the shift operation device arranged on the right side of the handlebar 14. In this embodiment, the brake operation device and the shift operation device are configured as one device. The front shift operation device 38b1 transmits a signal including information related to shift (shift up, shift down, etc.) to the front derailleur 36b1 in response to an input from the passenger. The front derailleur 36 b 1 controls an actuator (not shown) driven by power supply from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32 based on the received signal, and moves the chain 28 between the plurality of front sprockets 246. The rear shift operation device 38b2 transmits a signal including information related to shift (shift up, shift down, etc.) to the rear derailleur 36b2 in response to an input from the passenger. The rear derailleur 36b2 controls an actuator (not shown) driven by power supply from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32 based on the received signal, and moves the chain 28 between the plurality of rear sprockets. However, the electric transmission 36b may be configured to automatically change gears based on the speed and inclination of the human-powered vehicle 10 regardless of the operation of the passenger.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the adjustable seat post 36c is attached to the seat tube 12d. The adjustable seat post 36 c supports the saddle 18. The adjustable seat post 36 c is a device for adjusting the height of the saddle 18. The adjustable seat post 36c moves the saddle 18 up and down by relatively moving the two members in the axial direction of the seat tube 12d. The adjustable seat post 36c is operated in accordance with, for example, an operation performed by the passenger on the input unit 34d of the control device 34 to adjust the height of the saddle 18. In response to the input from the passenger, the control device 34 transmits a signal including information on position adjustment (such as raising and lowering the saddle) to the adjustable seat post 36c via the communication unit 34b. The adjustable seat post 36 c controls an actuator (not shown) driven by power supply from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32 based on the received signal, and adjusts the height of the saddle 18. However, the adjustable seat post 36c may be configured to automatically adjust the height of the saddle 18 according to a traveling state such as a road surface inclination.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the electric auxiliary device 36 d is disposed around the crank assembly 24. The electric auxiliary device 36 d is attached to the frame 12. The electric assist device 36 d assists the driving of the human-powered vehicle 10. The electric auxiliary device 36 d includes an electric motor (actuator) that is driven by power supply from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32, and assists the rotation of the crank assembly 24. For example, the torque of the electric motor is transmitted to the crank assembly 24 via the speed reducer. The electric auxiliary device 36d may be provided on the hub of the front wheel 20 or the rear wheel 22.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the suspension 36 e includes a front suspension provided on the fork 16. The suspension 36e includes a damper. The suspension 36e attenuates vibrations input to the front wheels 20. The suspension 36e suppresses vibration transmitted from the front wheel 20 to the passenger. For example, the suspension 36e can switch between an unlocked state in which the damper is operated and a locked state in which the damper is not operated. The suspension 36e switches between an unlocked state and a locked state by opening and closing a valve of the suspension 36e by an actuator driven by power supply from the power storage unit 30 or the power generation unit 32, for example. The suspension 36e may include a rear suspension that attenuates vibration input to the rear wheel 22.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the component 36 configured as described above operates by power from the power storage unit 30 (power W1) or power from the power generation unit 32 (power W2). The power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32 supply power to the component 36 under the control of the control unit 34 c of the control device 34. However, as described above, the power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32 are switched between the state connected to the component 36 and the state not connected, and can supply power in the state not connected to the component 36. Absent. The control device 34 according to the present embodiment recognizes whether or not the power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32 are connected to the component 36, so that at least one of the power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32 The component 36 is supplied with power. This will be specifically described below.

  The control unit 34c of the control device 34 is based on the first state whether or not the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 and the second state whether or not the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36. The power supply to the component 36 is configured to be controlled. Hereinafter, a connection mode between the power storage unit and the power generation unit will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 to 6. FIG. 4 shows the power storage connection mode. The power storage connection mode is a state in which the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 and the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36. When the control unit 34c recognizes that the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 in the first state and recognizes that the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36 in the second state, It recognizes that it is a connection mode, and judges it if it says. FIG. 5 shows the power generation connection mode. The power generation connection mode is a state where the power storage unit 30 is not connected to the component 36 and the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36. When the control unit 34c recognizes that the power storage unit 30 is not connected to the component 36 in the first state, and recognizes that the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36 in the second state, It recognizes that it is a connection mode, and judges it if it says. FIG. 6 shows both connection modes. Both connection modes are states in which the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 and the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36. When the control unit 34c recognizes that the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 in the first state and recognizes that the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36 in the second state, Recognize, i.e., determine that it is in connected mode. In FIG. 4, since the power generation unit 32 is not connected, the power generation unit 32 may actually be removed from the manpowered vehicle 10. Similarly, in FIG. 5, the power storage unit Since 30 is not connected, the power storage unit 30 may actually be removed from the human-powered vehicle 10.

  The control unit 34c is configured to recognize that the power storage unit 30 is connected to a component when receiving a signal from the power storage unit 30 (a first reception signal described later) for the first state. When the signal (the first reception signal described later) is not received, the power storage unit 30 is configured not to be connected to the component. Moreover, the control part 34c recognizes that the electric power generation part 32 is connected to the component, when receiving the signal (after-mentioned 2nd received signal) from the electric power generation part 32 about a 2nd state, From the electric power generation part 32 If the signal (second received signal described later) is not received, it is recognized that the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component. Hereinafter, a method for recognizing the first state and the second state by the control unit 34c will be described in more detail.

  Referring to FIG. 7, control unit 34c of control device 34 determines whether or not a predetermined state is reached based on the detection result of detection unit 34a (step S10). As described above, the predetermined state is, for example, a state in which the vibration of the human-powered vehicle 10 is equal to or greater than a predetermined vibration value, and is a state in which the human-powered vehicle 10 is assumed to be operating. If the control device 34 is not in the predetermined state (step S10; No), the control device 34 returns to step S10 and waits until it reaches the predetermined state.

  When the predetermined state is detected (step S10; Yes), the control unit 34c transmits the first signal and the second signal via the communication unit 34b (step S12). That is, the control unit 34c transmits the first signal and the second signal based on the detection result of the detection unit 34a. The control unit 34 c transmits a first signal to the power storage unit 30 and transmits a second signal to the power generation unit 32 via the communication unit 34 b. In other words, the control unit 34c transmits the first signal with the power storage unit 30 as a transmission destination and transmits the second signal with the power generation unit 32 as a transmission destination. The first signal and the second signal are pins (Ping). Therefore, the control unit 34c transmits a first signal for confirming whether or not the power storage unit 30 can communicate with the power storage unit 30, and confirms whether or not the power generation unit 32 can communicate with the power generation unit 32. Therefore, it can be said that the second signal is transmitted.

  When the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36, the power storage unit 30 is also connected to the control device 34, and therefore can communicate with the control device 34 by a communication unit (not shown) of the power storage unit 30. . Further, when the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36, the power storage unit 30 can supply power to the component 36. Therefore, the power storage amount remains, and the communication unit can be activated to communicate with the control device 34. It becomes. Therefore, when the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36, the power storage unit 30 receives the first signal from the control device 34 via the communication unit. The power storage unit 30 recognizes that the first signal has been received, for example, by a CPU (not shown), and if it recognizes that the first signal has been received, the power storage unit 30 sends the first reception signal to the control device 34 via the communication unit. Send. Control device 34 receives the first reception signal transmitted by power storage unit 30. The first received signal is a signal indicating that the first signal has been received. In other words, the power storage unit 30 can communicate with the control device 34 and indicates that the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36. It can be said that it is a signal. On the other hand, when the power storage unit 30 is not connected to the component 36, the power storage unit 30 is not connected to the control device 34 (is not connected to the control device 34), and thus communicates with the control unit 34c. It becomes impossible. Therefore, when the power storage unit 30 is not connected to the component 36, the power storage unit 30 does not receive the first signal from the control device 34. In this case, power storage unit 30 does not transmit the first reception signal to control device 34, and control device 34 does not receive the first reception signal.

  Control unit 34c of control device 34 determines whether or not the first reception signal from power storage unit 30 has been received via communication unit 34b (step S14). When the first reception signal is received from the power storage unit 30 (step S14; Yes), the control unit 34c recognizes that the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 in the first state (step S16). On the other hand, when the first reception signal is not received (step S14; No), the control unit 34c recognizes that the power storage unit 30 is not connected to the component 36 in the first state (step S18).

  When the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36, since the power generation unit 34 is also connected to the control device 34, the communication unit (not shown) of the power generation unit 34 can communicate with the control device 34. . Further, when the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36, the power generation unit 34 can supply power to the component 36. For example, the power storage amount remains in the power storage mechanism 325, and the communication unit is activated to perform control. Communication with the device 34 becomes possible. Accordingly, when the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36, the power generation unit 32 receives the second signal from the control device 34 via the communication unit. The power generation unit 32 recognizes that the second signal has been received, for example, by a CPU (not shown), and if it recognizes that the second signal has been received, the power generation unit 32 sends the second reception signal to the control device 34 via the communication unit. Send. The second reception signal is a signal indicating that the second signal has been received. In other words, the power generation unit 32 can communicate with the control device 34, and indicates that the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36. It can be said that it is a signal. On the other hand, when the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36, the power generation unit 34 is not connected to the control device 34 (ie, is not connected to the control device 34), and thus communicates with the control unit 34c. It becomes impossible. Therefore, when the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36, the power generation unit 34 does not receive the second signal from the control device 34. In this case, the power generation unit 32 does not transmit the second reception signal to the control device 34, and the control device 34 does not receive the second reception signal.

  When recognizing whether or not the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 in step S16 or step S18, the control unit 34c of the control device 34 receives the second reception signal from the power generation unit 32 via the communication unit 34b. It is determined whether or not it has been received (step S20). When receiving the second reception signal from the power generation unit 32 (step S20; Yes), the control unit 34c recognizes that the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36 in the second state (step S22). On the other hand, when the second reception signal is not received (step S20; No), the control unit 34c recognizes that the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36 in the second state (step S24). As described above, when it is recognized in step S16 or step S18 whether or not the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36, the first state and the second state are recognized, that is, the power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32 are components. The confirmation process of whether or not connected to 36 ends. In the description of FIG. 7, the second state is confirmed in steps S20 to S24 after the confirmation of the first state in steps S14 to S18. However, the confirmation of the first state and the second state is performed. The second state may be confirmed first, or the first state and the second state may be confirmed at the same time.

  In addition, as described above, the control unit 34c transmits the first signal and the second signal using detection of a predetermined state as a trigger. In this case, the control unit 34c may check the first state and the second state by transmitting the first signal and the second signal with the detection of the detection unit 34a for each predetermined period. Thus, by monitoring whether it is a 1st state and a 2nd state, the present connection state can be grasped | ascertained more suitably. Further, the control unit 34c may transmit the first signal and the second signal regardless of the detection of the detection unit 34a. In this case, for example, the control unit 34c may transmit the first signal and the second signal every predetermined period regardless of whether the predetermined state is detected. In addition, after transmitting the first signal and the second signal once, the control device 34 may not transmit the first signal and the second signal again.

  The control unit 34c confirms the first state and the second state as described above. When recognizing that the power storage unit 30 is connected in the first state and the power generation unit 32 is not connected in the second state, the control unit 34c recognizes the power storage connection mode shown in FIG. The control of the power supply at is executed. In addition, when the control unit 34c recognizes that the power storage unit 30 is not connected in the first state and the power generation unit 32 is connected in the second state, the control unit 34c recognizes that the power generation connection mode illustrated in FIG. Then, control of power supply in the power generation connection mode is executed. Control unit 34c recognizes that power storage unit 30 is connected in the first state and power generation unit 32 is connected in the second state, that is, power storage unit 30 in the first state and the second state. And when it recognizes that the electric power generation part 32 is connected to the component 36, it recognizes as the both connection mode shown in FIG. 6, and performs control of the electric power supply in both connection mode. Hereinafter, power supply control in each mode will be described.

  First, power supply control in the power storage connection mode shown in FIG. 4 will be described. When the control unit 34c recognizes that it is in the power storage connection mode, the power storage unit 30 is controlled so as to supply power W1 from the power storage unit 30 to the component 36, as shown in FIG. In other words, when the control unit 34c recognizes that it is in the power storage connection mode, the control unit 34c controls the power storage unit 30 to supply the power required by the component 36. That is, in the power storage connection mode, the power generation unit 32 does not generate power, and no power is supplied from the power generation unit 32 to the component 36. For example, the control unit 34c transmits a signal instructing to supply power required by the component 36 to the communication unit of the power storage unit 30 via the communication unit 34b. When the power storage unit 30 receives the signal, the power storage unit 30 supplies power W <b> 1 to the component 36 as necessary. The component 36 is driven by the power W1 from the power storage unit 30 in the power storage connection mode.

  Next, power supply control in the power generation connection mode shown in FIG. 5 will be described. When recognizing that it is in the power generation connection mode, the control unit 34c controls the power generation unit 32 so as to supply the power W2 from the power generation unit 32 to the component 36 as illustrated in FIG. In other words, when the control unit 34c recognizes that it is in the power generation connection mode, the control unit 34c controls the power generation unit 32 to supply the power required by the component 36. That is, in the power storage connection mode, power is not supplied from the power storage unit 30 to the component 36. For example, the control unit 34c transmits a signal instructing to supply power required by the component 36 to the communication unit of the power generation unit 32 via the communication unit 34b. When the power generation unit 32 receives the signal, the power generation unit 32 supplies power W2 to the component 36 as necessary. The component 36 is driven by the power W1 from the power generation unit 32 in the power generation connection mode.

  Next, power supply control in the double connection mode shown in FIG. 6 will be described. When the control unit 34c recognizes that it is in the both-connection mode, as shown in FIG. Control. More specifically, the control unit 34c causes the power storage unit 30 to supply power to the component 36 when the power storage amount of the power storage unit 30 is equal to or greater than the first predetermined value in both connection modes. Specifically, when the control unit 34 c recognizes that it is in the both connection mode, the control unit 34 c acquires information on the storage amount from the power storage unit 30. The control unit 34c controls the power storage unit 30 to supply the power required by the component 36 when it is recognized from the information on the power storage amount that the power storage amount of the power storage unit 30 is greater than or equal to the first predetermined value. . For example, the control unit 34c transmits a signal instructing to supply power required by the component 36 to the communication unit of the power storage unit 30 via the communication unit 34b. When the power storage unit 30 receives the signal, the power storage unit 30 supplies power W2 to the component 36 as necessary. The first predetermined value here may be an arbitrary value set in advance, but is preferably a value of about 20% to 70% with respect to the maximum amount of electricity stored in the electricity storage unit 30, for example.

  And it is preferable that the control part 34c stops the electric power generation from the electric power generation part 32, when the electrical storage amount of the electrical storage part 30 is more than a 1st predetermined value in both connection modes. That is, when there is a margin in the amount of electricity stored in the power storage unit 30, the control unit 34c stops the power generation from the power generation unit 32, thereby reducing the load on the passenger required for power generation by the power generation unit 32. Prioritize power supply from 30. As described above, stopping the power generation from the power generation unit 32 is that the position of the flange 332 is adjusted by the switching mechanism 330 so that the stator 322 and the rotor 324 of the power generation unit 32 are magnetically cut off. It is realized by setting it to a non-state. When power generation from the power generation unit 32 is stopped, a load for power generation becomes unnecessary, and the driving load on the passenger is reduced. However, in both connection modes, the control unit 34c may cause the power generation unit 32 to generate power as necessary even when the power storage amount of the power storage unit 30 is equal to or greater than the first predetermined value. In this case, the control unit 34 c may supply the power from the power generation unit 32 to the component 36 in addition to the power from the power storage unit 30. Further, the control unit 34 c may cause the power storage unit 30 to be charged with the power from the power generation unit 32 by supplying the power storage unit 30 with the power from the power generation unit 32.

  In addition, in both connection modes, the control unit 34c causes the power generation unit 32 to supply power to the component 36 when the power storage amount of the power storage unit 30 is less than the second predetermined value. The control unit 34c controls the power generation unit 32 to supply the power required by the component 36 when it is recognized from the information on the storage amount that the storage amount of the storage unit 30 is less than the second predetermined value. . For example, the control unit 34c transmits a signal instructing to supply the power required by the component 36 to the communication unit of the power generation unit 32 via the communication unit 34b. When the power generation unit 32 receives the signal, the power generation unit 32 supplies power W2 to the component 36 as necessary. Note that the second predetermined value here is the same value as the first predetermined value in the present embodiment, but may be a value different from the first predetermined value, or may be an arbitrary value set in advance.

  Then, in both connection modes, the control unit 34c does not supply power from the power storage unit 30 to the component 36 when the power storage amount of the power storage unit 30 is less than the second predetermined value. That is, the control unit 34c stops the power supply from the power storage unit 30 and gives priority to the power supply from the power generation unit 32 when the power storage amount of the power storage unit 30 is no longer sufficient. In addition, in both connection modes, control unit 34c may charge power storage unit 30 with power W3 from power generation unit 32 when the amount of power stored in power storage unit 30 is less than the second predetermined value.

  In addition, in both connection modes, the control unit 34c charges the power storage unit 30 with the power W3 from the power generation unit 32 when the power storage amount of the power storage unit 30 is less than the third predetermined value. In operation, the power W <b> 2 may be supplied from the power generation unit 32 to the component 36. That is, the control unit 34c causes the power generation unit 32 to generate power and charge the power storage unit 30 with the power of the power generation unit 32 when the power storage amount of the power storage unit 30 is no longer sufficient, and the power of the power generation unit 32 to the component 36. To operate the component 36. In this embodiment, the third predetermined value here is the same value as the first predetermined value and the second predetermined value, but may be different from the first predetermined value and the second predetermined value. It may be a set arbitrary value. That is, the first predetermined value, the second predetermined value, and the third predetermined value may be the same value or different values. The first predetermined value, the second predetermined value, and the third predetermined value may be changeable.

  More specifically, when the amount of power stored in the power storage unit 30 is less than the third predetermined value in both connection modes, the control unit 34c supplies power from the power generation unit 32 to the component 36 when the component 36 operates. W2 is supplied, and the component 36 is operated by the power W2. Then, in both connection modes, when the storage amount of the power storage unit 30 is less than the third predetermined value, the control unit 34c does not supply power to the component 36 when the component 36 is not driven, and the power generation unit 32 Is supplied to the power storage unit 30 to be stored in the power storage unit 30. For example, the power generation unit 32 may continue to generate power even during a period in which the component 36 does not require power, that is, a period in which the component 36 does not operate. In this case, in both connection modes, when the amount of power stored in the power storage unit 30 is less than the third predetermined value, the control unit 34c uses the power generated by the power generation unit 32 during the period in which the component 36 does not operate. May be stored in the power storage unit 30. In this way, by directly supplying power from the power generation unit 32 to the component 36 without passing through the power storage unit 30, energy loss when storing power in the power storage unit 30 can be reduced, and the component 36 can be appropriately operated. it can.

  Referring to FIG. 8, control unit 34 c changes the control of power supply to component 36 according to the first state and the second state, that is, the connection state of power storage unit 30 and power generation unit 32. As illustrated in FIG. 8, the control unit 34c confirms the first state and the second state as described with reference to FIG. 7 (step S30). That is, the control unit 34 c checks whether or not the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 and whether or not the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36. After confirming the first state and the second state, the control unit 34c confirms whether both the power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32 are connected to the component 36, that is, whether both are in the connection mode (step S32). When both the power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32 are connected to the component 36 (step S32; Yes), the control unit 34c performs power supply in the both connection modes as described above (step S34). When at least one of the power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32 is not connected (step S32; No), the control unit 34c checks whether the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 (step S36). When the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 (step S36; Yes), the control unit 34c performs power supply in the power storage connection mode as described above (step S38). When the power storage unit 30 is not connected to the component 36 (step S36; No), the control unit 34c confirms whether the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36 (step S40). When the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36 (step S40; Yes), the control unit 34c supplies power in the power generation connection mode as described above (step S42). When the power generation unit 32 is not connected to the component 36 (step S40; No), since neither the power storage unit 30 nor the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36, this process is terminated.

  As described above, in the human-powered vehicle 10 according to the present embodiment, the power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32 can be connected to the component 36, and the component 36 includes at least one of the power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32. Can be supplied with power. In addition, the manpowered vehicle 10 can disconnect at least one of the power storage unit 30 and the power generation unit 32 from the component 36. For such a human-powered vehicle 10, the control device 34 according to the present embodiment includes a first state in which the power storage unit 30 is connected to the component 36 and a first state in which the power generation unit 32 is connected to the component 36. Two states are recognized, and based on this, the power supply to the component 36 is controlled. Therefore, according to this control apparatus 34, an electrically driven component can be driven appropriately.

  In addition, the control apparatus 34 of this embodiment has recognized whether it is the electrical storage connection mode, the electric power generation connection mode, or both connection mode by recognizing a 1st state and a 2nd state. And the control apparatus 34 controlled the electric power supply to the component 36 based on this recognition result. However, the control device 34 does not have to recognize the first state and the second state in this way, and does not need to recognize whether it is the power storage connection mode, the power generation connection mode, or the both connection mode. Good. In this case, for example, the controller 34 may supply power in both connection modes, assuming that it is always in both connection modes.

  As mentioned above, although embodiment of this invention was described, embodiment is not limited by the content of this embodiment. In addition, the above-described constituent elements include those that can be easily assumed by those skilled in the art, those that are substantially the same, and those in a so-called equivalent range. Furthermore, the above-described components can be appropriately combined. Furthermore, various omissions, substitutions, or changes of the components can be made without departing from the spirit of the above-described embodiment.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 Manual drive vehicle 12 Frame 14 Handlebar 16 Fork 18 Saddle 20 Front wheel 22 Rear wheel 30 Power storage part 32 Power generation part 34 Control device 34a Detection part 34c Control part 36 Component

Claims (17)

A control device for controlling power supply to components of a manpowered vehicle,
In a first state whether or not a chargeable power storage unit is connected to the component, and in a second state whether or not a power generation unit that generates power with the operation of the manpowered vehicle is connected to the component And a control device for controlling power supply to the component. Recognizing that the power storage unit is connected to the component when receiving a signal from the power storage unit for the first state,
The control device according to claim 1, wherein when the signal from the power generation unit is received in the second state, the control unit recognizes that the power generation unit is connected to the component. For the first state, when the first signal is transmitted to the power storage unit and the first reception signal indicating that the first signal is received is received from the power storage unit, the power storage unit is connected to the component. Recognize that
For the second state, when the second signal is transmitted from the power generation unit to the power generation unit and the second signal is received from the power generation unit, the power generation unit is connected to the component. The control device according to claim 2, wherein the control device recognizes that A detection unit for detecting the state of the human-powered vehicle;
The control device according to claim 3, wherein the first signal and the second signal are transmitted based on a detection result of the detection unit.   When recognizing that the power storage unit is connected to the component for the first state and recognizing that the power generation unit is not connected to the component for the second state, from the power storage unit The control device according to claim 1, wherein power is supplied to the component.   When it is recognized that the power storage unit is not connected to the component for the first state and the power generation unit is connected to the component for the second state, The control device according to claim 1, wherein power is supplied to the component.   For the first state and the second state, when it is recognized that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component, power is supplied to the component from at least one of the power generation unit and the power storage unit The control device according to any one of claims 1 to 6.   For the first state and the second state, when it is recognized that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component, and the power storage amount of the power storage unit is greater than or equal to a first predetermined value, The control device according to claim 7, wherein power is supplied to the component from a power storage unit.   For the first state and the second state, when it is recognized that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component, and the power storage amount of the power storage unit is equal to or greater than the first predetermined value, The control device according to claim 7 or 8, wherein power generation by the power generation unit is stopped.   For the first state and the second state, when it is recognized that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component, and the power storage amount of the power storage unit is less than a second predetermined value, The control device according to claim 7, wherein power is supplied to the component from a power generation unit.   For the first state and the second state, when it is recognized that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component, and the power storage amount of the power storage unit is less than the second predetermined value, The control device according to claim 7, wherein the power storage unit is charged with electric power from the power generation unit.   For the first state and the second state, when it is recognized that the power storage unit and the power generation unit are connected to the component, and the power storage amount of the power storage unit is less than a third predetermined value, The control device according to claim 7, wherein the power storage unit is charged with electric power from the power generation unit, and power is supplied from the power generation unit to the component during operation of the component. In a human-powered vehicle having a chargeable power storage unit and a power generation unit, a control device that controls power supply to components,
When the power storage amount of the power storage unit is greater than or equal to a first predetermined value, power is supplied from the power storage unit to the component, and when the power storage amount of the power storage unit is less than a second predetermined value, A control device for supplying power to the component.   The control device according to claim 1, wherein the component is an electric brake device.   A human-powered vehicle comprising the control device according to claim 1, the power storage unit, the power generation unit, and the component. A control method for controlling power supply to components of a manpowered vehicle,
In a first state whether or not a chargeable power storage unit is connected to the component, and in a second state whether or not a power generation unit that generates power with the operation of the manpowered vehicle is connected to the component And a control method for controlling power supply to the component. In a manpowered vehicle having a chargeable power storage unit and a power generation unit, a control method for controlling power supply to components,
When the power storage amount of the power storage unit is greater than or equal to a first predetermined value, power is supplied from the power storage unit to the component, and when the power storage amount of the power storage unit is less than a second predetermined value, A control method for supplying power to the component.

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