TW201632389A - Holding system for fastening a mobile communication device to a bicycle, and a caddy and a holding frame for such a holding system - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a holding system (1) for fastening a mobile communication device (28) to a bicycle, having a holding frame (3) assigned to the bicycle, and having a caddy (2) that can be detachably connected to the holding frame (3), in which the communication device (28) can be accommodated in a form-fit manner. The invention further relates to a corresponding caddy (2) and to a corresponding holding frame (3). In order to obtain a stable mechanical attachment, a substantially rectangular receptacle (5) is integrally formed on an underside (4) of the caddy (2), which on a longitudinal side (9) is designed to be open, and on an opposite longitudinal side and on two narrow sides, a boundary (6, 7, 8) is provided, wherein one groove (10, 11) each is formed in each of the boundaries (6, 7, 8) for inserting webs (12, 13) of the holding frame (3).

Description

A retaining system for securing a mobile communication device to a bicycle and an alternative frame and holding frame for such a retention system

The present invention relates to a holding system for fixing a mobile communication device to a bicycle as claimed in the first aspect of the patent application, and an alternative frame as in claim 13 of the patent application, and a patent application scope The maintenance framework for item 16.

A holding system for securing a mobile communication device, such as a smart phone or a mobile phone, to a bicycle is increasingly popular. The reason for this is the multiple uses of communication devices, which are often used not only to make calls and exchange messages, but also as music playback devices and navigation devices.

The problem is usually that the communication device is reliably fixed, and even in the sporting use of the bicycle (for example, off-road), the communication device is not allowed to loosen.

It is an object of the present invention to provide a retention system that enables stable fixation of the mobile communication device. Therein, it is desirable to be able to adjust the holding system as easily as possible according to different communication devices, and in particular to add additional functionality to the holding system.

The main features of the present invention are set forth in the characterizing part of claim 1 and in the scope of claims 13 and 16. For a preferred technical solution, refer to the attached item.

For a fixed communication device for securing a mobile communication device to a bicycle, comprising a retaining frame assigned to the bicycle and a replacement frame engageable with the retaining frame, and the communication device can be positively received therein, The present invention provides that a substantially rectangular receiving opening is formed on the bottom surface of the replacement frame, and one of the long sides of the receiving opening is open, and the opposite long side and the two narrow sides each have a boundary, wherein A groove is formed in each of the boundaries of the narrow sides for insertion of the tabs of the retaining frame.

In this way, a stable, vibration-resistant and form-fitting connection is formed between the replacement frame and the holding frame, the retaining frame being partially inserted into the rectangular receiving opening so as to abut against the replacement frame over a large area. Through the tabs and the borders, reliable guidance of the replacement frame is achieved relative to the retention frame during the attachment process, thereby avoiding erroneous installation.

In the region of the receiving opening in the bottom surface of the replacement frame, a latching element, in particular embodied as a recess, is preferably formed in the region of the receiving opening in the bottom surface of the mounting frame, wherein the retaining frame is There is a snap member that is complementary thereto and in particular embodied as a snap tab. In particular, the engaging members are integral with the retaining frame or the replacement frame to provide anti-lost properties. In addition, this solution makes manufacturing relatively simple.

To simplify insertion of the tabs, the grooves preferably extend less than half of the narrow sides, wherein the grooves begin to extend particularly at the boundary of the long sides. In this way, the replacement frame can be simply placed on the top surface of the holding frame, and the replacement frame is moved parallel to the top surface, wherein the connecting pieces are inserted into the grooves, thereby preventing the replacement frame from being Keep the frame raised.

A particularly simple design of the grooves is to construct the grooves by projecting the area of the receiving opening. Thereby, the holding frame can also be manufactured simply as a plastic injection molded part.

According to a preferred refinement, the retaining frame has a socket for the auxiliary element, the insertion side of which is covered by the replacement frame after the replacement frame has been installed. That is, the auxiliary component can be embedded from the top surface of the holding frame and the auxiliary component can be locked through the replacement frame. The auxiliary component can be embodied in different designs, for example as a battery block, an electronic module, a design element or the like. Whereas as appropriate, electrical contact is provided between the retaining frame and the auxiliary component, such as a plug-in electrical connection.

The replacement frame preferably has a connector for connecting a communication device housed in the replacement frame, wherein a plurality of contacts are formed on the bottom surface of the replacement frame, particularly in the region of the receiving opening, the retention The frame has complementary contacts for establishing an electrically conductive connection. The contact elements can, for example, be embodied as contact surfaces which are in contact with each other, wherein the contact surfaces are in particular convex in order to achieve contact pressure and reliable contact. Wherein the contacts are arranged, in particular, on the top surface of the retaining frame to achieve automatic contact when the replacement frame is attached.

As an alternative to the implementation of the contact surfaces, the contacts can also be embodied as plug-in connections. However, compared to the solution using the contact surface, a more precise guidance of the replacement frame is required when connecting to the holding frame, so that a plug-in connection is also established at the same time.

With such a technical solution, the communication device housed in the replacement frame can be powered through the holding frame. In particular, the above solution is advantageous in view of the operating time of the communication device limited by the battery life, since this can be significantly extended by this. To this end, the holding frame can have its own power source, such as a battery, but for example, the holding frame can also be connected to the bicycle (hub) generator to ensure the supply to the communication device. Electricity. To this end, power electronics can also be provided in the holding frame to ensure a stable electrical power output and to protect the communication device from severe voltage fluctuations, as the case may be.

The top surface of the retaining frame is preferably receivable in the receiving opening of the replacement frame, wherein the long side of the top surface is defined by a stop. In this way, a stable planar abutment is achieved between the retaining frame and the replacement frame, wherein the insertion movement parallel to the surface is reliably limited by the stop, thereby defining the end position.

Preferably, the tabs are formed on the narrow sides of the top surface, wherein the tabs project upwardly from the top surface and face away from each other, wherein in particular, a free distance is established between the tabs and the stop . That is, the L-shaped tabs are located on the outer edge of the top surface of the retaining frame and begin to extend as far as possible from the corner of the top surface facing away from the stop. Wherein the extension of the tabs is as far as possible beyond the length of the narrow sides so as to completely abut the replacement frame to the top surface of the retaining frame, and the tabs need to be advanced with the recesses The slot is engaged. In the case of maintaining the contact, the replacement frame is moved parallel to the top surface, so that the tabs in the range between the groove and the open long side of the replacement frame are inserted longitudinally into the grooves.

According to a preferred refinement, an unlocking button is arranged on the front side of the stop facing away from the top surface for moving the latching element of the retaining frame into the unlocking position. The unlocking button is located in an easily accessible position, so unlocking is very easy to remove to remove the replacement frame.

The retaining frame preferably has a securing member for attachment to the handlebar handle, which is in particular screwed to the retaining frame for stable retention on a bicycle handlebar of a different construction.

A particularly simple technical solution is that the fixing member has two clip-shaped receiving members spaced apart from each other by at least one connecting piece, and the connecting piece is at least Partially rest on the holding frame. Therein, the web achieves a stable connection to the retaining frame and a clear position of the fasteners.

According to a preferred refinement, the holding frame has a loudspeaker. The speaker is used in particular for outputting signals, such as ringing signals, so that, for example, a conventional mechanical bell is not required.

The holding frame preferably has a motion sensor, in particular embodied as an acceleration sensor and/or a GPS sensor. In this way, an anti-theft system can be integrated in the holding frame, wherein the motion of the bicycle is not allowed to be detected by the motion sensor, and the corresponding signal is output, for example, through the speaker.

According to an advantageous embodiment, the holding frame has a communication module, in particular for wireless communication with the communication device. The communication module can implement various functions, such as sending a signal to the communication device in conjunction with the motion sensor when the bicycle moves in the absence of a replacement frame. However, the communication module can also be used to exchange control signals between the communication device and corresponding components of the bicycle.

More preferably, the retaining frame has a busbar connection, which is in particular assigned to the communication module. Especially in the case of the so-called "E-Bike", a busbar system such as a CAN busbar is used to realize communication between components. In the case where the holding frame has a corresponding connecting member, communication can be carried out via the communication device, and the components of the bicycle can be controlled as appropriate, wherein signal conversion is performed for the busbar protocol in the electronic device of the holding frame .

As with the communication module or the motion sensor, the busbar connector can also be disposed in an auxiliary module that can be inserted into the socket of the retention frame. This enables a modular solution in which existing systems can be easily upgraded.

The holding frame preferably has a power supply, which is in particular arranged on the auxiliary element in. In this way, each component (such as the communication module and/or the motion sensor) can be independently powered or powered.

According to a preferred refinement, the holding frame has a headlight which is arranged on the side facing away from the fixing element. The headlight can be detachably fastened to the holding frame, for example, via a snap-fit connection, or can also be fixedly connected to the retaining frame. In particular, the headlight can be supplied with power via the holding frame, which is connected to the generator of the bicycle and/or to a storage device assigned to the holding frame.

The angle between the fasteners and the retaining frame is preferably adjustable. In this way, the angular orientation of the communication device can be easily adjusted, for example to achieve good readability.

The retaining frame preferably has a generally cube-shaped recess below the top surface, wherein the auxiliary element can be at least partially inserted into the recess. This gap saves material, which in turn reduces the quality of the holding frame and reduces material costs. Furthermore, the arrangement of the auxiliary elements is achieved in a space-saving and protected form.

Another solution to achieve the stated object of the present invention is an alternative frame for the retention system of the present invention, wherein the communication device is positively received in the replacement frame, wherein the bottom surface of the replacement frame Built with a fixed geometry. Wherein, the fixed geometry is embodied as a substantially rectangular receiving opening in the replacement frame, and one of the long sides of the receiving opening is open, and the opposite long side and the two narrow sides each have a boundary. A recess is formed in the boundary of the narrow sides for inserting the tabs of the retaining frame.

The replacement frame is designed to remain on the communication device. Elements for achieving a secure connection to the retaining frame, such as the recesses and possibly engaging members, are disposed in the receiving opening. Thereby achieving a relatively smooth surface, which can also The thickness of the replacement frame is kept to a small extent.

The replacement frame preferably has a connector for connecting a communication device housed in the replacement frame, wherein a plurality of contacts are formed on the bottom surface of the replacement frame, particularly in the region of the receiving opening. For example, the replacement frame can be used to establish a connection with the storage device through the contacts to charge the communication device within the replacement frame. Depending on the situation, the contacts can be embodied as raised contact surfaces or as part of a plug-in connection. Therefore, the replacement frame not only mechanically stabilizes the mobile communication device but also provides a charging function.

The replacement frame preferably has a rain protection device. Despite the presence of waterproof or at least splash-proof communication devices, rain and anti-fouling devices are still advantageous for such communication devices. The rain protection device should be as transparent as possible so that the communication device can be read even when the rain protection device is closed. In this case, the rain protection device, for example in the form of a cover, can be attached to the replacement frame via a clamping connection and/or a rotary support. Other technical solutions are also available.

Another solution to achieve the above object of the present invention is a retaining frame for use in the retaining system of the present invention, wherein the retaining frame has at least two tabs spaced apart from each other and facing away from each other, and the tabs are The distance is at least twice the length of the tab, in particular at least three times.

Such a holding frame can be fixedly connected to the bicycle, wherein a stable and at the same time easy to release connection can be established with the replacement frame.

The replacement frame can be fixed in a form-fitting manner by the webs, wherein the top surface of the holding frame can simultaneously serve as an abutment surface in order to achieve a large-area and vibration-resistant contact.

The features and advantages of the replacement frame and the retention frame described in connection with the retention system are of course also applicable to the replacement frame and the retention frame itself. Therefore, this is not repeated here. And other advantageous technical solutions.

Other features, details, and advantages of the invention are set forth in the <RTIgt;

1‧‧‧ Keeping the system

2‧‧‧Replacement framework

3‧‧‧ Keep the frame

4‧‧‧ bottom

5‧‧‧容口

6‧‧‧ border

7‧‧‧ border

8‧‧‧ border

9‧‧‧ Groove

10‧‧‧ Groove

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14‧‧‧ bottom

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17‧‧‧ top surface

18‧‧‧ stop

19‧‧‧ socket

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21‧‧‧Bicycle rider

22‧‧‧Fixed parts

23‧‧‧Fixed parts

24‧‧‧Connecting piece

25‧‧‧Unlocking button

26‧‧‧Speakers

27‧‧‧ thumb switch

28‧‧‧Communication equipment

29‧‧‧ handle

30‧‧‧ handle

31‧‧‧Contacts

1 is a three-dimensional schematic view of a retention system including a retaining frame and a replacement frame; FIG. 2 shows a retaining frame secured to the handlebar of the bicycle; and FIG. 3 shows another retaining frame secured to the handlebar of the bicycle.

1 is a perspective view of a retaining system 1 including a replacement frame 2 and a retaining frame 3. The replacement frame 2 is not yet coupled to the holding frame 3 and can be viewed from the bottom surface 4 of the replacement frame.

A rectangular receiving opening 5 is constructed in the bottom surface 4 of the replacement frame. The accommodating port 5 is formed by reducing the thickness of the replacement frame 2. The narrow sides of the receiving opening 5 are defined by the boundaries 6, 7 respectively, and one long side is defined by the other boundary 8. The long side 9 which is opposite to the boundary 8 is opened for simply placing and inserting the holding frame 3.

In order to positively fix the replacement frame 2 to the retaining frame 3, grooves 10, 11 are formed on the boundaries 6, 7 of the narrow sides, which extend parallel to the flat bottom of the receiving opening 5 and can be inserted and held. The corresponding webs 12, 13 of the frame 3 constitute the coupling geometry of the retaining frame 3.

A snap-in element 15 in the form of a recess is provided in the bottom 14 of the receiving opening 5, which is embodied as a relatively narrow slit. Wherein the engaging member 15 is located near the open long side 9 and parallel to the The long side. For this purpose, the retaining frame 3 has a complementary latching element 16 which is embodied as a latching tongue which is integral with the rest of the retaining frame 3 .

If a connection is to be made between the replacement frame 2 and the holding frame 3, the replacement frame 2 is first placed in a manner on the top surface 17 of the holding frame such that the tabs 12, 13 are outside the grooves 10, 11. The replacement frame 2 is then moved parallel to the bottom 14 of the receiving opening 5 and parallel to the top surface 17 until the replacement frame 2 touches the stop 18, which extends beyond the top surface 17 and defines the long side of the top surface. The stop 18 is accommodated in the replacement frame 2 in a manner flush with the free long side 9.

In the case where the replacement frame 2 is fully inserted, the engaging member 16 of the holding frame 3 is engaged with the engaging member 15 of the replacement frame 2. At the same time, the tabs 12, 13 are inserted into the recesses 10, 11 and the top surface 17 is received in the receiving opening 5, so that the replacement frame 2 is securely fixed to the retaining frame 3 in a form-fitting manner. All movement directions are locked.

In order to accommodate an auxiliary component, such as a battery or an electronic module, which is not shown, a socket 19 is provided in the holding frame 3, which is formed in the region of the webs 12, 13 in the form of a notch. The auxiliary element can be inserted from the top surface 17 and filled with a notch 20, wherein the auxiliary element is flush with the top surface 17. Electrical connections can be made via corresponding contact elements or plug-in elements, as the case may be.

On the underside of the replacement frame, a contact 31 in the form of two circular contact faces is formed in the receiving opening 5. These contacts act in conjunction with corresponding contact faces, not shown, of the retaining frame 3 to effect an electrically conductive connection for charging the mobile communication device in the replacement frame 2.

FIG. 2 shows the holding frame 3 fixed to the bicycle handlebar 21. For this purpose, the holding frame 3 is provided with fixing members 22, 23 in the form of a clip-like receiving member, which is passed through the connecting piece. 24 is connected and connected to the holding frame 3. A planar abutment is achieved relative to the retaining frame 3 to achieve a stable and low vibration connection. Among them, the following scheme can be employed: angle adjustment between the holding frame 3 and the fixing members 22, 23 and the connecting piece 24 is allowed. In the simplest case, the web 24 is connected to the retaining frame 3 by means of screws, wherein a corresponding oblong hole for the passage of screws can be provided in the web 24 for angular adjustment.

In the region of the socket 19, the holding frame 3 has an unlocking key 25 for releasing the catching member 16 of the holding frame 3. To achieve the release, the unlocking key 25 is pressed into the retaining frame 3 and the engaging member 16 embodied as a snap tab is pressed in such a way that the latching member is deflected and unlocked downwards. The replacement frame 2 can then simply be moved parallel to the top surface 17 and the replacement frame removed.

In the present embodiment, the holding frame 3 has a speaker 26 which can be used, for example, as a bicycle bell. To this end, an electronic device and a power source are provided in the holding frame 3, wherein the speaker 26 is manipulated, for example, via a thumb switch 27. The thumb switch 27 can be cabled, but by providing a corresponding communication module in the holding frame 3, the thumb switch can also communicate with the holding frame 3 in a cableless manner. The thumb switch 27 can also have other functions. For example, the function of the communication device (especially implemented as a smart phone or a mobile phone) can be selected through the thumb switch 27.

FIG. 3 is a front view of the holding frame 3 connected to the bicycle handlebar 21. The holding frame 3 has at least one communication module and a motion sensor, and can communicate wirelessly with the symbolically displayed communication device 28. In the event that the bicycle and the holding frame 3 are inadvertently moved, the situation is detected by the motion sensor, and then an alarm message is transmitted to the communication device 28 through the communication module. Depending on the situation, it can pass through the speaker 26 and / or through other components, such as hands The handles 29, 30 emit other acoustic, visual or tactile signals. That is, the holding frame 3 is provided with an anti-theft system, which in particular can be activated or deactivated via the mobile communication device 28.

The invention is not limited to any of the foregoing embodiments, but can be varied in many ways. In particular, other functions can be implemented in the holding frame by providing corresponding electronic components. For example, the retaining frame 3 can also be used to secure other components, such as a headlight or a camera.

All the features and advantages of the invention, including the structural details, the spatial arrangement and the method steps, are in the nature of the invention.

1‧‧‧ Keeping the system

2‧‧‧Replacement framework

3‧‧‧ Keep the frame

4‧‧‧ bottom

5‧‧‧容口

6‧‧‧ border

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14‧‧‧ bottom

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18‧‧‧ stop

19‧‧‧ socket

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Claims (16)

A holding system (1) for securing a mobile communication device (28) to a bicycle, comprising a holding frame (3) assigned to the bicycle and a replacement frame detachably connectable to the holding frame (3) (2), and the communication device (28) is fitably received therein, characterized in that a substantially rectangular receiving opening (5) is formed on the bottom surface (4) of the replacement frame (2) One of the long sides (9) of the accommodating opening is open, and the opposite long sides and the two narrow sides each have a boundary (6, 7, 8), wherein the boundaries of the narrow sides (6, 7, 8) A groove (10, 11) is respectively formed for inserting the tabs (12, 13) of the holding frame (3). A retaining system according to claim 1 is characterized in that in the region of the receiving opening (5) in the bottom surface (4) of the replacement frame (2), a latching element, in particular embodied as a recess, is formed. (15), wherein the retaining frame (3) has a snap member (16) complementary thereto and in particular embodied as a snap tab. A retaining system according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the retaining frame (3) has a socket (19) for the auxiliary element, after the replacement frame (2) is installed, the insertion side of the socket is Replace the frame (2) to cover. A retaining system according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the replacement frame (2) has a connector for connecting a communication device (28) housed in the replacement frame (2), wherein the replacement On the bottom surface (4) of the frame (2), in particular in the region of the receiving opening (5), a plurality of contacts are formed, the holding frame (3) having contacts complementary thereto for establishing an electrically conductive connection. A retention system according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the retention frame (3) having a top surface (17) that can be received in the receiving opening (5) of the replacement frame (2), wherein the long side of the top surface (17) is defined by the stop (18). A retaining system according to claim 5, characterized in that the tabs (12, 13) are formed on the narrow sides of the top surface (17), wherein the tabs project upwardly from the top surface ( 17) and away from one another, wherein in particular a free distance is established between the webs (17) and the stop (18). A retaining system according to claim 5 or 6, characterized in that an unlocking key (25) is arranged on the front side of the stop (18) facing away from the top surface (17) for the retaining frame (3) The snap fitting (16) is moved into the unlocked position. A retaining system according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the retaining frame (3) has a loudspeaker (26). A holding system according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the holding frame (3) has a motion sensor, in particular embodied as an acceleration sensor or a GPS sensor. A holding system according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the holding frame (3) has a communication module for wireless communication with the communication device. A holding system according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the holding frame (3) has a busbar connection, which is in particular assigned to the communication module. A holding system according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the holding frame (3) has a power supply, in particular arranged in the auxiliary element. A replacement frame (2) for a retention system (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the communication device (28) is accommodated in a form-fit manner in the replacement frame (2), wherein A fixed geometry is constructed on the bottom surface (4) of the replacement frame (2). The replacement frame of claim 13 is characterized in that the fixed geometry is constructed as a substantially rectangular receiving opening (5) in the replacement frame, and one of the receiving openings has a long side (9) The system is open, and the opposite long sides and the two narrow sides each have a boundary (6, 7, 8), wherein a groove (10, 11) is respectively constructed in the boundary of the narrow sides (6, 7, 8). ) for inserting the tabs (12, 13) of the holding frame (3). A replacement frame according to claim 13 or 14, characterized in that the replacement frame (2) has a connector for connecting a communication device (28) housed in the replacement frame (2), wherein the replacement A plurality of contacts (31) are formed on the bottom surface (4) of the frame (2), in particular in the region of the receiving opening (5). A retaining frame (3) for a retaining system according to any one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that the retaining frame has at least two tabs spaced apart from one another and facing away from each other (12, 13), wherein the distance between the tabs (12, 13) is at least twice the length of the tabs (12, 13), in particular at least three times.