TW201947100A - Electronic hoop lock - Google Patents

Abstract

Provided is an electronic padlock for a bicycle includes a lock body and a striker which is movable relative to the lock body between a closed position and an open position, and the lock body has a housing, a latch mechanism, and an electrical unit. In the housing, an elastic molding is positively inserted, which has a plurality of receptacles in which a plurality of components of the electrical unit are positively received.

Description

   Electronic padlock   

The invention relates to an electronic padlock technology, in particular to an electronic padlock for a two-wheeled vehicle.

Such padlocks are known, for example, as U-bow padlocks, which have a generally U-shaped lock bow. Padlocks of the type described above may also be designed as folding locks, which include an articulated rod arch with a plurality of rotatably interconnected articulated rods. Padlocks of the type described above can also be designed as so-called frame locks, in which a turning bow or a rotating bow is engaged between the spokes of one wheel of a bicycle. In another specific embodiment, this padlock is designed as a brake disc lock, which is used to secure, for example, a motorcycle or moped to prevent unauthorized use.

Such padlocks are used, for example, to secure a two-wheeled vehicle to a bicycle stand or lamp post, or to secure a bicycle to prevent unauthorized riding. When the lock bow is unlocked, the lock bow can be moved to the open position. In the open position, one end of the lock bow is separated from the lock body or completely released from the lock body to form an open loop. For example, starting from the open position, the bow can be guided around the frame portion of the two-wheeled vehicle and the bicycle bracket, lamp post, etc., or only the bow can be guided through the two-wheeled vehicle's movable members (eg, rims, brake discs). The bow can then be (fully) closed and locked to the lock body, thereby closing the ring and thus securing the two-wheeled vehicle to prevent unauthorized removal or unauthorized driving.

To extend the range of functions, the padlock can be equipped with an electrical unit. Such electrical units may include various electrical, electronic, optoelectronic, electromechanical, and / or electromagnetic components. The electrical unit may include, for example, an electronic alarm device that issues an audible and / or visual alarm signal upon detection of an operation attempt, such as based on a detected position change. Alternatively or additionally, the electrical unit may include a driving device that electromechanically drives the locking mechanism of the padlock. Alternatively or additionally, the electrical unit may include a radio communication device with which a radio signal may be transmitted and / or a radio signal may be received. In addition, the electrical unit may include an electronic control circuit for the functions described above.

The problem with this type of padlock is vibration, which can occur, for example, when riding a two-wheeled vehicle. Vibrations can be transmitted to the components of the electrical unit or cause relative movement of the components of the electrical unit, which can affect the high performance of the U-lock or even cause a complete interruption of the function. Another problem is the space required for fixing parts in the lock body, which required space increases the size of the lock body. In addition, the fixing of the various components of the electrical unit requires considerable installation work, which increases the manufacturing cost of such a padlock.

It is therefore an object of the present application to provide an electronic padlock for a two-wheeled vehicle in which electrical components are protected from vibrations, and are characterized by a compact construction type and ease of manufacture.

This object is achieved by an electronic padlock as described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, and is specifically achieved by the fact that the elastic molded part is inserted into the housing by a form fit, the elastic molded part has a plurality of receiving parts, and the electrical unit The plurality of components are accommodated in the plurality of receiving portions by a form fit.

Here, the term "molded part" refers to a preformed and shape-stable component. In addition, the term "elasticity" is synonymous with "restoring elasticity" or "flexible but forming restorative force". Finally, the term "form-fit connection" refers to the connection of two connection mates, where the shape of one connection mat is designed to be complementary to the shape of the other connection mat in the areas in contact with each other. Specifically, it may be pointed out here that the two connection counterparts are connected to each other along the reference plane without or with substantially no gap.

Therefore, some or all of the components of the electrical unit can be accommodated in the corresponding receiving portions of the elastic molding by a form fit, which is then inserted into the housing of the padlock (specifically, the inner shell of the lock body) by the form fit. So that the components of the electrical unit can be arranged in a predetermined relative position in the housing without a gap between each other (specifically by non-shape fit).

Elastic moldings damp vibrations of components of the electrical unit with respect to the housing and relative to each other, thereby providing vibration protection, such as preventing paddles that can be transferred from outside to be carried together while riding a two-wheeled vehicle or due to an operation attempt vibration. As described below, if the padlock has an electric driving portion of the locking mechanism, the elastic molding can also provide damping of vibration and noise caused by driving, thereby protecting adjacent components of the electric unit, such as an electronic control circuit. In addition, the elastic molding can seal the electrical unit and prevent moisture from entering the outside of the housing, thereby providing or supporting effective moisture resistance.

Because the elastic molding and the components of the electrical unit form a form-fit connection, fewer separate fasteners are needed to fix the component in the housing of the lock body. Specifically, the number of screw connections required can be reduced, or the use of screw connections that fasten components of the electrical unit in the housing can be completely eliminated. This reduces the space required for assembling the electrical unit, resulting in a more compact padlock design. At the same time, the assembly cost can be reduced, so that the padlock according to the present application can be produced cheaper.

To achieve these advantages, not all components of the electrical unit must be held only by the elastic molded parts. Specifically, various components of the electric unit may be partially or exclusively fixed to the housing of the lock body, for example, fixed on a fixing pin provided there.

Preferred specific embodiments can be found in the scope of the patent application and the description.

According to a specific embodiment, multiple components of the electrical unit are electrically interconnected. In particular, the components can be interconnected in such a way that they can be inserted together as components and / or inserted into a plurality of receiving portions of the elastic molded part in one process. This simplifies and facilitates the manufacturing process, since the electrical units can be prefabricated as separate structural units and their functionality can be checked. In particular, the components are thus already electrically connected before the elastic molded part is inserted, which avoids the formation of complex and expensive electrical connections between the components already located in the receiving part of the molded part. Because these parts are mechanically connected to each other, they can be easily inserted into the elastic molding as elements, and can be aligned with each other when necessary.

According to a specific embodiment, multiple components of the electrical unit may be interconnected by a flexible electrical conductor. For example, the flexible electrical conductor may be formed as a flexible conductor track or formed from a cable. With the flexible design, the breaking strength of the electrical connection is improved, and thus the service life of the electrical unit is improved. In addition, the flexible design of the electrical conductor also provides advantages when the electrical unit is assembled during the manufacture of the electronic padlock.

According to a specific embodiment, the electrical unit of the padlock includes at least one of the following devices: an electronic alarm device adapted to detect an operation attempt and output an audible and / or visual alarm signal; an electrical drive device adapted to drive a locking mechanism of the padlock; Radio communication devices; and / or power sources.

The electronic alarm device may include, for example, a sensor, an audible and / or visual alarm signal output device, and a control circuit. The sensor may be designed as, for example, an acceleration sensor for detecting static acceleration (gravity) and / or dynamic acceleration, thereby detecting a change in position. If the electronic alarm device is activated, the control circuit is able to evaluate the signal from the sensor and trigger the output of the alarm signal if it is removed without permission or the bicycle is moved (the padlock is fixed to it).

According to a specific embodiment, the electric drive device includes a motor and a control circuit. Specifically, the motor may be formed of a drive motor including a motor with a reduction gear attached thereto. Instead of a motor, an electromagnet can also be provided. The output of the electric drive can drive the padlock's locking mechanism (eg, one or more locking elements) directly or through a transmission mechanism. Thus, the locking mechanism may be electrically driven in only one direction (eg, the unlocking direction), such as when the tongue is spring-loaded in opposite directions; or the locking mechanism may be driven by the electrical drive in two mutually opposite directions. Under corresponding requirements, for example, according to a command received from a remote control unit or according to the operation of a switch on the lock body, the motor or electromagnet is controlled by an associated control circuit.

According to a specific embodiment, the radio communication device of the electrical unit comprises a radio transmitter and / or a radio receiver and a control circuit. For example, the radio transmitter may be designed to communicate with an associated remote control unit, specifically in accordance with Bluetooth, NFC or a proprietary protocol. It is also conceivable that the radio transmitter is designed to communicate with a public mobile radio network, specifically GPRS, UMTS, HSDPA or LTE, for example to forward position signals or alarm signals. Advantageously, the radio receiver can be designed to communicate with the corresponding remote control unit and / or the public mobile radio network in a corresponding manner. Alternatively or in addition, the radio receiver may be designed to receive a position signal of a satellite-based position detection system, which is specifically GPS or Galileo.

According to a specific embodiment, the power source of the electrical unit includes a battery or a storage battery (such as a lithium ion battery or an electrochemical capacitor).

According to a specific embodiment, a plurality of components of the electrical unit are held in the elastic molded part only by a rotational lock, and there are no other fastening elements, in particular, no screwing is used. Therefore, a plurality of components are only inserted into the receiving portion of the elastic molded part, and it is not necessary to be connected to the elastic molded part by additional fastening means (such as screws). This reduces the cost of assembly work and manufacturing of electronic padlocks.

According to a specific embodiment, at least one (specifically some or all) of the plurality of components of the electrical unit is held in a corresponding receiving portion of the elastic molded part by a form fit. Specifically, by inserting a corresponding component into the relevant receiving portion, the elastic molding can be slightly expanded (such as a recessed edge) or compressed (such as a fastening pin), so that the restoring force of the elastic molding formed thereby supports the component Reliable fit in the receiving section.

According to a specific embodiment, at least one (specifically some or all) of the plurality of receiving portions of the elastic molding is formed by a corresponding recess of the elastic molding. As a result, the individual components of the electrical unit can be particularly well-planarly supported in multiple directions and reliably held in the elastic molded part. At the same time, advantageously, in addition to the shape of each depression, the height of each depression can also be adapted to the corresponding thickness of each component.

Specifically, the depression may be formed such that it accommodates at least substantially completely the components of the electric unit except for the respective upper sides of the components of the electric unit. After inserting the respective components into the elastic molding, the elastic molding in such a specific embodiment surrounds the component circumferentially, and also covers the underside of the component facing the elastic molding. There is only one top of the corresponding part which faces away from the elastic molded part and does not contact the molded part.

According to a specific embodiment, at least one (specifically some or all) of the plurality of receiving portions of the elastic molding is designed to surround each component of the electrical unit along the closed perimeter of each component. This allows the individual components of the electrical unit to fit particularly stably in the relevant receiving portion of the elastically molded part. Here, it may be provided that the receiving portion holds the respective components in a frictional manner along the closed circumference.

According to a specific embodiment, the elastic molding can extend substantially along the main extension plane, wherein at least one of the plurality of receiving portions of the elastic molding forms a retaining collar, wherein one of the electrical unit elements is formed parallel to the elastic molding. The main extension plane of the piece is inserted in the insertion direction, wherein the retaining collar circumferentially surrounds the component with respect to the insertion direction (and in particular can be held in a form-fitting manner). With respect to the depression, such a retaining collar enables lateral insertion of components of the electrical unit. This has proven to be advantageous, for example, for long parts, such as electric motors, because it can then be accommodated in a molded part in a planar arrangement. The retaining collar can be fully opened in the insertion direction; instead, the retaining collar can be closed at one end (eg, bottom, transverse septum).

According to a specific embodiment, at least one of the plurality of receiving portions of the elastic molding has a fastening pin, and one of the plurality of parts of the electric unit is placed on the fastening pin. Therefore, by engaging one or more elastic fastening pins in each opening of the component, a reliable cooperation of the component and the elastic molded part can also be achieved.

According to a specific embodiment, the elastic molding can extend substantially along a main extension plane (specifically, the above-mentioned main extension plane), wherein the elastic molding can be configured in a three-dimensional manner with respect to the main extension plane. In other words, the elastic molding can form a structure with respect to a base plane (a main extension plane).

According to a specific embodiment, the elastic molding is integrally formed by a single part. As a result, elastic molded parts can be produced quickly and at low cost, for example as cast or injection-molded parts using hollow molds or by means of 3D printing technology. The integral formation also improves the stability of the elastic molded part.

An advantageous embodiment is produced by forming an elastic molded part from an elastomer. Elastomers can be produced inexpensively, there are many different variants available, and they can easily adapt to the different requirements of the shape, size and specific design of the elastic molded part. Preferably, the elastic molding is formed of silicon rubber.

According to a specific embodiment, the shell of the lock body (specifically, the inner shell of the lock body) may include two shell parts, and the elastic molding is clamped between the two shell parts. Thereby, the elastic molding and the components of the electric unit accommodated therein can be reliably fixed in the housing. Specifically, this can prevent the component from accidentally falling out of the receiving portion of the elastic molding. The two housing parts can be fixed to each other, for example, by a screw connection and / or a latch connection.

According to a specific embodiment of the present application, the housing of the lock body includes two identical housing parts fixed to each other. In other words, the housing can be formed from two identical parts, which are connected to each other by suitable connecting elements. This allows the housing to be produced at low cost, as this can reduce the cost of producing the housing part, for example by injection molding.

According to a specific embodiment, the elastic molding may include at least one (specifically a plurality of) edge regions, which are held in a non-form-fitting manner between the shoulders of the two housing parts. Thereby, each edge region can be used as a seal along the peripheral portion of the case to prevent undesired moisture from entering the case. Each edge region of the elastic molding may be formed, for example, by a tab portion integrally formed on the outer circumference.

Preferably, the housing of the lock body has at least one air vent, and the air vent is closed by a gas-permeable membrane. Moisture can escape from the housing through the vents. Such moisture can, for example, condense from the inside of the housing during changes in ambient temperature, and can cause disturbances in the function of electrical or electronic components. The breathable film may be formed, for example, from a fabric material, which is capable of diffusing out possible moisture. The gas-permeable membrane can be designed to prevent liquid, in particular water in a liquid state, from entering the housing via the vent, at least to a large extent. The breathable film may be glued to the inside or outside of the housing, for example, so that the breathable film circumferentially surrounds the vent.

According to a specific embodiment, the housing is an inner housing which is housed in an outer housing of the lock body. The housing of the lock body provides additional protection against vibration, crushing and / or moisture, and in addition to the inner housing with the electrical unit, it can also enclose other components of the electronic padlock, such as the locking mechanism of the lock body.

According to a specific embodiment, the lock bow is U-shaped and can be completely separated from the lock body in the open position. Therefore, in the open position, the bow can be removed from the lock body, which can facilitate the use of an electronic padlock, particularly when guiding the bow around the frame portion of the two-wheeled vehicle and another object (such as a bicycle stand, lamp post, etc.). . Advantageously, the electronic padlock of this embodiment is designed so that both ends of the U-shaped bow can be locked in the lock body in the closed position by the locking mechanism.

According to another specific embodiment, the padlock is a portable lock that is easy to transport, and can be used removably and universally (especially for other two-wheelers of the user).

The present application relates to an electronic padlock for a two-wheeled vehicle, which is independent of the characteristics of the elastic molded part. The electronic padlock has a lock body and a lock bow, and the lock bow can move between a closed position and an open position relative to the lock body. The lock body includes a housing, a locking mechanism, and an electrical unit. The lock bow can be locked on the lock body by the locking mechanism in a closed position. The housing of the lock body has at least one ventilation hole closed by a gas-permeable membrane. The electrical unit can be housed in a housing and, for example, has at least one of the following: an electronic alarm device designed to detect an operation attempt and output an audible and / or visual alarm signal; an electrical drive device designed to drive a padlock Locking mechanism; radio communication device; and / or power supply.

As described above, moisture can escape from the housing through the vent, and such moisture can be formed by condensing inside the housing during changes in ambient temperature, for example, and may cause disturbances in the function of electrical or electronic components. The breathable film may be formed, for example, from a fabric material, which is capable of diffusing out possible moisture. The gas-permeable membrane can be designed to prevent liquid, in particular water in a liquid state, from entering the housing via the vent, at least to a large extent. The breathable film may be glued to the inside or outside of the housing, for example, so that the breathable film circumferentially surrounds the vent.

10‧‧‧Electronic Padlock

12‧‧‧ lock body

14‧‧‧ Bow Bow

14a‧‧‧ the first end of the bow

14b‧‧‧ Second end of the bow

16‧‧‧ keyhole

18‧‧‧ shell

20‧‧‧ Locking mechanism

22‧‧‧Inner shell

24‧‧‧First housing part

26‧‧‧Second shell part

27‧‧‧ Edge of each shell part

28‧‧‧ Sag

29‧‧‧ Shoulder of each shell part

30‧‧‧ Vent

31‧‧‧ diaphragm

32‧‧‧ Elastic molding

34‧‧‧ Front side of elastic molding

36‧‧‧ Rear side of elastic molded part

37‧‧‧ Edge area of elastic molding

38‧‧‧ Opening of elastic molding

40‧‧‧ Fastening pin of the first housing part

44‧‧‧Electrical unit

40‧‧‧Speaker

48‧‧‧Control Panel

50‧‧‧Drive motor

52‧‧‧ Potentiometer

54‧‧‧Output components

55‧‧‧eccentric

56‧‧‧ conductor track

58‧‧‧ Channel for elastic molded parts

60‧‧‧ spacer

66, 68, 70‧‧‧ Receiving Department

72‧‧‧ retaining collar

Fig. 1 is a perspective view of an electronic padlock; Fig. 2 is another perspective view of the specific embodiment of Fig. 1 without a casing; and Fig. 3 is an exploded front view of an inner casing and an elastic molded part of the embodiment of Fig. 1 Figure 4 is an exploded rear view of the inner shell and the elastic molding of the specific embodiment of Figure 1; Figure 5 is a front perspective view of the elastic molding of the specific embodiment of Figure 1; Figure 6 is the first Figure FIG. 7 is a front perspective view of the electrical unit of the specific embodiment of FIG. 7 and FIG. 7 is a rear perspective view of the electrical unit of the specific embodiment of FIG.

FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 respectively show perspective views of specific embodiments of the electronic padlock 10 according to the present application. The padlock 10 includes a lock body 12 and a lock bow 14. In the exemplary embodiment shown herein, the bow 14 is designed in a U-shape and has a first end 14a and a second end 14b, and the first end 14a and the second end 14b are inserted into the lock hole 16 of the lock body 12. in. The lock body 12 includes an outer case 18 (removed as shown in FIG. 2), a locking mechanism 20, and an inner case 22. The locking mechanism 20 and the inner case 22 are provided inside the outer case 18 and are thus protected from damage. The housing 18 is made of metal and may additionally be surrounded by a plastic sheath (not shown).

1 and 2 show the lock bow 14 in a closed position, wherein the first end 14 a and the second end 14 b of the lock bow 14 are locked in the lock body 12 by the locking mechanism 20.

3 and 4 are exploded views of the structure of the inner case 22 in a front view and a rear view. The inner shell 22 is composed of two shell parts, namely a first shell part 24 and a second shell part 26. The first casing portion 24 and the second casing portion 26 are two identical portions, that is, they are at least substantially the same shape. The first housing part 24 and the second housing part 26 have circular grooves 28 at corresponding positions, by which a fastening element (such as a screw), which is not shown, is guided, which fastening element The first case portion 24 and the second case portion 26 are fixed to each other, and thereby an inner space of the inner case 22 defined by the inside of the case portions 24, 26 is determined. Here, the two parts of the inner shell 22 may be cast from a zinc alloy or formed of plastic, and manufactured, for example, by injection molding.

In the examples shown on both the housing portions 24, 26, an air vent 30 is formed in at least one of the housings, which allows air exchange between the inside of the inner shell 22 and the outside of the inner shell 22. The vent 30 is covered with a breathable film 31 made of a fabric material. For example, the membrane 31 may be glued to the outside of the respective housing portions 24, 26 or otherwise attached to the housing portions 24, 26 so as to close the vent 30 in a breathable manner. Therefore, for example, when the ambient temperature changes, moisture that can be generated due to condensation in the inner case 22 can escape from the inner case 22 through the vent 30. It is usually sufficient that only one vent 30 is provided with such a diaphragm 31; on the other housing part 24 or 26, the relevant opening can also be completely closed.

In FIGS. 3 and 4, the elastic molding member 32 is further illustrated, and the elastic molding member 32 is inserted into the inner case 22. Here, FIG. 3 shows the front portion 34 of the elastic molding 32 and FIG. 4 shows the rear portion 36 of the elastic molding 32. The elastic molding 32 is integrally formed depending on the material, and may be made of, for example, silicone rubber. In the example shown in the first housing part 24, the elastic molding 32 is inserted into one housing part in a form-fitting manner, so that the rear side of the elastic molding 32 comes into planar contact with the flat inner side of the first housing part 24 And the elastic molding 32 is circumferentially surrounded by the boundary portion 27 of the first case portion 24. In this case, the flat edge region 37 of the elastic molding 32 is located within the boundary portion 27 on the corresponding shoulder portion 29 of the first housing portion 24.

In order to further fix the elastic molding 32 with respect to the first housing portion 24, the elastic molding 32 has a plurality of openings 38. The first housing portion 24 has a corresponding number of fastening pins 40 formed at positions corresponding to the openings 38 on the inner side of the first housing portion 24. When the elastic molding 32 is inserted into the first housing portion 24, the fastening pin 40 is engaged in the opening 38, so that the elastic molding 32 is additionally centered and fixed in position.

6 and 7 show the electric unit 44 obliquely from front to back and obliquely from back. The electric unit 44 includes an electronic alarm device, a radio communication device, and a control circuit having a speaker 46 and a sensor, and the electronic alarm device, the radio communication device, and the control circuit are arranged on the control board 48. In addition, the electric unit 44 includes an electric drive device including a drive motor 50 with an attached potentiometer 52, and a rotating movable portion of the potentiometer 52 is form-fitted to an output element 54 (flat transmission output) of the drive motor 50 axis). An eccentric portion 55 is further provided on the output element 54 above the potentiometer 52, and the eccentric portion 55 drives the locking mechanism 20 of the electronic padlock 10. The drive motor 50 includes a motor and a reduction gear that converts a rotational motion of the rotor of the motor into a slow motion. The potentiometer 52 allows positioning detection and control.

The components 46, 48, 50 of the electrical unit 44 are electrically connected and mechanically interconnected by flexible conductor tracks. The conductor track 56 of the electrical unit 44 provides structural stability to the electrical unit 44, whereby the components 46, 48, 50 form a common element that can be handled as a single component in the next assembly process.

As shown in FIGS. 3 and 5, the elastic molding 32 has a plurality of receiving portions 66, 68, 70 on the front side, and the receiving portions 66, 68, 70 are formed as recesses of the elastic molding 32. Here, the shape of the respective receiving portions 66, 68, 70 corresponds to the shape of the relevant parts 46, 48, 50 of the electric unit 44. The speaker 46 is inserted into the port 66 with a form fit so that the rear side and the periphery of the speaker 46 are surrounded by the elastic molding 32. In this case, it can be achieved that the inner diameter of the substantially cylindrical receiving portion 66 is somewhat smaller than the outer diameter of the speaker 46 to the extent that the speaker 46 is also held in the container 66 by an interference fit. in. The control plate 48 is inserted into the receiving portion 68 with a positive fit, so that the control plate 48 is surrounded by the elastic molding 32 in the circumferential direction, which may also be a non-positive fit here. The driving motor 50 is inserted into the receiving portion 70 with a rotational fit so that the driving motor 50 is circumferentially surrounded by the retaining collar 72 of the elastic molding 32 and is held by an interference fit. The retaining collar 72 is integrally formed on the elastic molding 32 so that it protrudes forward. In this case, the retaining collar 72 defines an insertion direction of the drive motor 50, which is parallel to the main extension plane of the elastic molding 32.

In order to ensure that the components 46 and 48 of the electric unit 44 do not come out of the receiving portions 66 and 68 of the elastic molding 32, a plurality of fastening pins 60 are provided between the electric unit 44 and the inside of the second housing portion 26. The arrangement and size of the fastening pins 60 are designed so that when the housing portions 24 and 26 are fastened to each other, the speaker 46 is held in the receiving portion 66 and the control board 48 is held in the receiving portion 68. Unlike the illustration according to FIG. 6, the fastening pin 60 can be fastened to the inside of the second housing portion 26.

Therefore, the elastic molding 32 damps vibrations of the components 46, 48, 50 of the electric unit 44 and provides vibration protection to prevent vibrations from being transmitted from the outside to the inner case 22 and vibrations that may be generated by the drive motor 50.

In addition, the elastic molding 32 helps to seal the electrical unit 44 from external moisture. For this purpose, the plurality of edge regions 37 of the elastically molded part 32 along the circumference of the elastically formed part 32 are held non-positively and thus sealingly at the respective shoulders 29 of the first housing part 24 and the second housing. Between the respective shoulders 29 of the portion 26. It should be understood that such a circumferential seal between the two housing parts 24, 26 may be interrupted at least at a location providing a passage for the electrical connection.

The assembly of the inner shell 22 of the electronic padlock 10 according to the present application shown in FIGS. 3 to 7 is performed in a simple manner and requires only few work steps, such as the following steps, which can also deviate from the following order : (1) First, the potentiometer 52 has not yet been inserted into the output element 54 on the upper side of the drive motor 50, but is loosely connected to the lower side of the drive motor 50 by one flexible conductor track 56 and the other side to the speaker 46. The drive motor 50 with the laterally protruding potentiometer 52 is now inserted into the receiving part 70 and the retaining collar 72 of the elastically molded part 32 with the output element 54 from below (relative to the description of FIGS. 3 and 5) from the front, wherein Insertion has not completely ended.

(2) Now insert the potentiometer 52 into the elastic molding 32.

(3) Then, the output element 54 for the drive motor 50 is completely inserted into the retaining collar of the elastic molded part 32 via the potentiometer 52. The control board 48 and the speaker 46 are still loosely fixed with a flexible conductor track 56.

(4) The elastic molding 32 is inserted into the first housing portion 24 with the drive motor 52 that has been inserted, so that the rear side of the elastic molding 32 is in contact with the inside of the first housing portion 24.

(5) Insert the control board 48 into the corresponding receiving portion 68 of the elastic molding 32.

(6) The speaker 46 is inserted into the corresponding receiving portion 66 of the elastic molding 32.

(7) The second case portion 26 is placed on the first case portion 24 so that their respective inner sides are brought into contact along the outer periphery.

(8) The first housing portion 24 and the second housing portion 26 are fastened to each other, with screws passing through the grooves 28 of the housing portions 24, 26 and corresponding passages 58 in the elastic molding 32.

Thus, the elastic molding 32 not only provides vibration damping, but also enables easy assembly of the components 46, 48, 50 of the electrical unit 44 without requiring a large number of additional fasteners.

Claims (20)

    An electronic padlock (10) for a two-wheeled vehicle includes a lock body (12) and a lock bow (14), and the lock bow (14) can move between a closed position and an open position relative to the lock body (12) The lock body (12) includes a housing (22), a lock mechanism (20), and an electrical unit (44), and the lock bow (14) can be locked to the lock position by the lock mechanism (20) in the closed position. A lock body (12), in which a resiliently molded part (32) including a plurality of receiving portions (66, 68, 70), a plurality of components of the electrical unit (44) are inserted into the housing (22) in a form-fitting manner. 46, 48, 50) are received in the plurality of receiving portions in a form-fitting manner.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein a plurality of components (46, 48, 50) of the electrical unit (44) are electrically connected to each other.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the scope of patent application, wherein multiple parts (46, 48, 50) of the electrical unit (44) are interconnected by a flexible electrical conductor (56).         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the scope of patent application, wherein the electrical unit (44) of the electronic padlock (10) includes at least one of the following devices: an electronic alarm device designed to detect operation attempts And output an audible and / or visual alarm signal; an electric drive device, the locking mechanism (20) designed to drive the padlock (10); a radio communication device; and / or a power source.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 4 of the scope of patent application, wherein the electronic alarm device includes a sensor, an audible and / or visual alarm signal output device (46), and a control circuit (48).         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 4 of the scope of patent application, wherein the electric drive device includes a drive motor (50) and a control circuit (48).         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 4 of the scope of patent application, wherein the radio communication device includes a radio transmitter and / or a radio receiver and a control circuit (48).         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the scope of the patent application, wherein the plurality of components (46, 48, 50) of the electrical unit (44) are held on the elastic molding (only by form fit) 32) without other fastening elements.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the scope of patent application, wherein at least one of the plurality of receiving portions (66, 68, 70) of the elastic molded part (32) is passed through the elastic molded part. (32) A corresponding depression is formed.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the scope of patent application, wherein the elastic molding (32) extends substantially along the main extension plane, and the receiving portions of the elastic molding (32) At least one of (70) forms a retaining collar (72), wherein one of the parts (50) of the part of the electrical unit (44) is along an insertion direction parallel to a main extension plane of the elastic molding (32) Inserted into a retaining collar (72), wherein the retaining collar (72) circumferentially surrounds the component (50) with respect to the insertion direction.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the patent application scope, wherein the elastic molding (32) extends substantially along the main extension plane and is constructed in a three-dimensional manner with respect to the main extension plane.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the patent application scope, wherein the elastic molding (32) is integrally formed by a single part.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the scope of patent application, wherein the elastic molding (32) is made of silicon rubber.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the patent application scope, wherein the housing (22) of the lock body (12) includes two housing parts (24, 26), and the elastic molding ( 32) Stuck between the two housing parts (24, 26).         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the scope of patent application, wherein the housing (22) of the lock body (12) includes two identical housing parts (24, 26), and the two The same housing parts (24, 26) are attached to each other.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 15 of the scope of patent application, wherein the elastic molding (32) includes at least one edge region (37), and the at least one edge region (37) is retained in the form-fitting manner. Between the respective shoulders (29) of the two housing parts (24, 26).         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the scope of patent application, wherein the housing (22) of the lock body (12) has at least one vent hole (30), and the at least one vent hole (30) Closed by a breathable membrane (31).         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the scope of patent application, wherein the casing (22) is an inner casing received in an outer casing (18) of the lock body (12).         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the patent application scope, wherein the lock bow (14) is U-shaped and can be completely disengaged from the lock body (12) in the open position.         The electronic padlock (10) according to item 1 or 2 of the patent application scope, wherein the padlock (10) is a portable lock.