TW202342329A - Component system for human-powered vehicle, charger for use with component system for human-powered vehicle, and power source for human-powered vehicle component - Google Patents

Abstract

A component system 20 is for a human-powered vehicle 10 and comprises a first component 22, a second component 24, a first power source 26 configured to be used for the first component 22, the first power source 26 including a first housing 26A having a first housing shape and a first power source electric terminal 26B having a first power source electric terminal shape, and a second power source 28 configured to be used for the second component 24, the second power source 28 including a second housing 28A having a second housing shape and a second power source electric terminal 28B having a second power source electric terminal shape. The first housing shape is different from the second housing shape. The first power source electric terminal shape is identical to the second power source electric terminal shape.

Description

Component system for a human-powered vehicle, charger for use with a component system for a human-powered vehicle, and power supply for a component of the human-powered vehicle

The present invention relates to a component system for a human powered vehicle, a charger for use with a component system for a human powered vehicle, and a power supply for a component of the human powered vehicle.

A component system for a human-powered vehicle including a plurality of components is disclosed in European Patent No. 3 165 439 B1. The components disclosed in European Patent No. 3 165 439 B1 each include a battery.

In European Patent No. 3 165 439 B1, each component has an area where the power supply can be installed, which area is limited by the size, shape and the like of the component. Therefore, there may be situations where power cannot be shared between components. In the case where the components use different power sources, the user needs a charger corresponding to each power source. This can reduce component system availability.

It is an object of the present invention to provide improved usability of a component system for a human powered vehicle, a charger for use with the component system for a human powered vehicle, and a power supply for a component of the human powered vehicle.

A system of components according to a first aspect of the invention is for a human powered vehicle. The component system includes: the first component, including an electric adjustable seat post, an electric front suspension, an electric rear suspension, an electric front brake, an electric rear brake, an electric shift lever, an electric brake lever, an electric front derailleur, and an electric rear one of the transmissions; a second component, including an electrically adjustable seatpost, an electrical front suspension, an electrical rear suspension, an electrical front brake, an electrical rear brake, an electrical shift lever, an electrical brake lever, an electrical front derailleur, and Another of the electric rear derailleurs; a first power source configured for a first assembly, the first power source including a first housing having a first housing shape and a first power electrical terminal having a first power electrical terminal shape ; and a second power supply configured for the second assembly, the second power supply including a second housing having a second housing shape and a second power supply electrical terminal having a second power supply electrical terminal shape. The first housing shape is different from the second housing shape. The shape of the first power supply electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the second power supply electrical terminal.

In the assembly system according to the first aspect, the first housing shape is different from the second housing shape, and the first power supply electrical terminal shape is the same as the second power supply electrical terminal shape. Therefore, although the first housing shape corresponds to the first component and the second housing shape corresponds to the second component, the external terminals may be shared and electrically connected to the first power supply and the second power supply. Therefore, usability is improved. In the component system according to the first aspect, the first power supply and the second power supply have different housing shapes and the same electrical terminal shape. Therefore, the charger can be shared between the first power source and the second power source. This improves usability. If the components use different power supplies with different electrical terminal shapes, the manufacturing process of the component system will become complicated and the manufacturing cost will increase. In the component system according to the first aspect, the first power supply and the second power supply have some identical electrical terminals. This simplifies the manufacture of component systems and reduces manufacturing costs. In the component system according to the first aspect, the power supplies used for different components have the same electrical terminal shape, and the casing shape of each power supply is set according to the required capacity of the component. This allows chargers to be shared and reduces manufacturing costs. In the component system according to the first aspect, in the case where different components require different power capacities, the shape of the power supply is optimized according to the size, shape and the like of each component. This reduces the weight of the human vehicle including the component system.

According to a second aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to the first aspect is constructed such that the first assembly includes a first assembly electrical terminal having a first assembly electrical terminal shape. The second component includes a second component electrical terminal having a second component electrical terminal shape. The first component electrical terminal shape corresponds to the first power supply electrical terminal shape. The second component electrical terminal shape corresponds to the second power supply electrical terminal shape.

In a component system according to the second aspect, the first power supply is suitably connected to the first component via the first component electrical terminals, and the second power supply is suitably connected to the second component via the second component electrical terminals.

According to a third aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to the second aspect is constructed such that the shape of the electrical terminals of the first assembly is the same as the shape of the electrical terminals of the second assembly.

In the component system according to the third aspect, the shape of the electrical terminal of the first component is the same as the shape of the electrical terminal of the second component.

According to a fourth aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to the second or third aspect is constructed such that the first power supply electrical terminal includes a plurality of first terminals. The second power supply electrical terminal includes a plurality of second terminals. The first terminal of the first power supply is configured the same as the second terminal of the second power supply.

In the component system according to the fourth aspect, the first terminal of the first power supply is configured to be the same as the second terminal of the second power supply. Therefore, the shape of the electrical terminal of the first component is the same as the shape of the electrical terminal of the second component.

According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, an assembly system according to any one of the second to fourth aspects is constructed such that the shape of the first assembly electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the first power supply electrical terminal. The shape of the electrical terminals of the second component is the same as the shape of the electrical terminals of the second power source.

In the component system according to the fifth aspect, the first power source is suitably connected to the first component, and the second power source is suitably connected to the second component.

According to a sixth aspect of the invention, a component system according to any one of the first to fifth aspects is constructed such that the first component includes a first attachment portion attachable to a first power source. The second assembly includes a second attachment portion attachable to a second power source. The first attachment portion corresponds to the first housing shape. The second attachment portion corresponds to the second housing shape.

In the component system according to the sixth aspect, the first power supply is attached to the first component through the first attachment portion corresponding to the first housing shape, and the second power supply is attached to the first component through the first attachment portion corresponding to the second housing shape. Two attachment parts are attached to the second component.

According to a seventh aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to the sixth aspect is constructed such that the first attachment portion differs in shape from the second attachment portion.

In the assembly system according to the seventh aspect, the first attachment portion is formed to conform to the first housing shape, and the second attachment portion is formed to conform to the second housing shape.

According to an eighth aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to the sixth or seventh aspect is constructed such that the first attachment portion includes a first attachment portion engaging portion. The second attachment portion includes a second attachment portion engaging portion. The first housing includes a first housing engaging portion. The second housing includes a second housing engaging portion. The first attachment engaging portion is engageable with the first housing engaging portion. The second attachment engaging portion is engageable with the second housing engaging portion.

In the component system according to the eighth aspect, the first power supply is suitably attached to the first component, and the second power supply is suitably attached to the second component.

According to a ninth aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to the eighth aspect is configured such that the first attachment engaging portion includes a first track configured to slide over and engage the first housing engaging portion .

In the component system according to the ninth aspect, the first rail slides on the first housing joint portion to allow the first power supply to be properly attached to the first component.

According to a tenth aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to the eighth aspect is constructed such that the first attachment engagement portion is rotatably attached to the first assembly. The first housing engaging portion includes a first protrusion engageable with the first attachment portion engaging portion.

In the assembly system according to the tenth aspect, the first attachment portion engaging portion rotates to engage with the first housing engaging portion including the first protrusion. Therefore, the first power source is properly attached to the first component.

According to an eleventh aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to the ninth or tenth aspect is configured such that the second attachment engaging portion includes a second track configured to slide on the second housing engaging portion and engage with the second housing. Body joint part joint.

In the assembly system according to the eleventh aspect, the second rail slides on the second housing joint portion to allow the second power source to be properly attached to the second assembly.

According to a twelfth aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to the ninth or tenth aspect is constructed such that the second attachment portion engaging portion is rotatably attached to the second assembly. The second housing engaging portion includes a second protrusion engageable with the second attachment portion engaging portion.

In the assembly system according to the twelfth aspect, the second attachment portion engaging portion rotates to engage with the second housing engaging portion including the second protrusion. Therefore, the second power supply is properly attached to the second component.

According to a thirteenth aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to any one of the eighth to twelfth aspects is constructed such that the first attachment engaging portion is unengageable with the second housing engaging portion. The second attachment engagement portion is not engageable with the first housing engagement portion.

In the assembly system according to the thirteenth aspect, the first attachment portion engaging portion is constructed based on the first housing engaging portion of the first housing. Furthermore, the second attachment portion engaging portion is constructed in accordance with the second housing engaging portion of the second housing. Therefore, even in the case where there is a difference in at least one of size and shape between the first housing engaging portion of the first housing and the second housing engaging portion of the second housing, the second housing is appropriately constructed. An attachment engaging portion and a second attachment engaging portion.

According to a fourteenth aspect of the invention, an assembly system according to any one of the sixth to thirteenth aspects is constructed such that the first attachment portion does not correspond to the second housing shape. The second attachment portion does not correspond to the first housing shape.

In the assembly system according to the fourteenth aspect, the first attachment portion does not correspond to the second housing shape. Therefore, the first attachment portion can be constructed regardless of the shape of the second housing. Furthermore, the second attachment portion does not correspond to the first housing shape. Therefore, the second attachment portion can be constructed regardless of the shape of the first housing. Therefore, even in the case where the first housing shape of the first housing is different from the second housing shape of the second housing, the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion are appropriately constructed.

According to a fifteenth aspect of the invention, a component system according to any one of the first to fourteenth aspects is constructed such that the first component includes an electric rear derailleur.

In the component system according to the fifteenth aspect, in the component system including the first component including the electric rear derailleur, usability is improved.

According to a sixteenth aspect of the present invention, a component system according to the fifteenth aspect is constructed such that the electric rear derailleur includes: a base member attachable to a frame of a human-powered vehicle; and a movable member moveable relative to the base member configuration; and a linkage assembly connecting the movable member to the base member. The first power source is configured on the connecting rod assembly of the electric rear transmission.

In the component system according to the sixteenth aspect, in the component system including the first power source disposed on the connecting rod assembly of the electric rear derailleur, the usability is improved.

According to a seventeenth aspect of the invention, a component system according to any one of the first to sixteenth aspects is constructed such that the second component includes an electric front derailleur.

In the component system according to the seventeenth aspect, in the component system including the second component including the electric front derailleur, the usability is improved.

According to an eighteenth aspect of the present invention, a component system according to the seventeenth aspect is constructed such that the electric front derailleur includes: a base member attachable to a frame of the human-powered vehicle; and a movable member moveable relative to the base member configuration; and a linkage assembly connecting the movable member to the base member. The second power supply is configured on the connecting rod assembly of the electric front transmission.

In the component system according to the eighteenth aspect, in the component system including the second power source disposed on the connecting rod assembly of the electric front derailleur, the usability is improved.

According to a nineteenth aspect of the present invention, the component system according to any one of the first to eighteenth aspects further includes a third power supply configured for use in the third component, the third component including an electrically adjustable seat post, an electrical front One of the suspension, the electric rear suspension, the electric front brake, the electric rear brake, the electric shift lever, the electric brake lever, the electric front derailleur, and the electric rear derailleur is different from the first component and the second component. The third power supply includes a third housing having a third housing shape and a third power supply electrical terminal having a third power supply electrical terminal shape. The third housing shape is different from at least one of the first housing shape and the second housing shape. The third power supply electrical terminal shape is the same as each of the first power supply electrical terminal shape and the second power supply electrical terminal shape.

In the assembly system according to the nineteenth aspect, the third housing shape is different from at least one of the first housing shape and the second housing shape, and the third power supply electrical terminal shape is the same as the first power supply electrical terminal shape and Each of the second power supply electrical terminal shapes. Therefore, although the third housing shape corresponds to the third component, the external terminals may be shared and electrically connected to the first power supply, the second power supply, and the third power supply.

According to a twentieth aspect of the present invention, in the component system according to any one of the first to nineteenth aspects, the first power supply is configured to be attached to the first component and configured not to be attached to the second component. The second power supply is configured to be attached to the second component and not configured to be attached to the first component.

In the component system according to the twentieth aspect, the first housing of the first power supply is appropriately shaped regardless of the shape of the second housing of the second power supply. Furthermore, the second housing of the second power supply is appropriately shaped regardless of the shape of the first housing of the first power supply.

According to a twenty-first aspect of the invention, a component system according to the twentieth aspect is constructed such that the first power supply is non-interchangeably attached to the first component and the second power supply is non-interchangeably attached to the second component.

In the component system according to the twenty-first aspect, the first housing of the first power supply is appropriately shaped based only on the first component. Furthermore, the second housing of the second power supply is suitably shaped according only to the second component.

The charger according to the twenty-second aspect of the present invention is used together with the component system according to any one of the first to twenty-first aspects. The charger includes charger electrical terminals corresponding to a first power supply electrical terminal shape and a second power supply electrical terminal shape.

In the charger according to the twenty-second aspect, the first power source and the second power source are charged by the same charger. Therefore, usability is improved.

The charger according to the twenty-third aspect of the present invention is used together with the component system according to any one of the second to fifth aspects. The charger includes charger electrical terminals corresponding to a first power supply electrical terminal shape and a second power supply electrical terminal shape. The charger electrical terminal includes a charger electrical terminal shape. The shape of the electrical terminal of the charger is the same as the shape of the electrical terminal of the first component and the shape of the electrical terminal of the second component.

In the charger according to the twenty-third aspect, the first power supply and the second power supply are preferably charged by the same charger. Therefore, usability is improved.

According to the twenty-fourth aspect of the present invention, the charger according to the twenty-second or twenty-third aspect further includes: a first charger engaging part engageable with the first housing; and a second charger engaging part, Engageable with the second housing.

The charger according to the twenty-fourth aspect is connectable to the first power supply and the second power supply through the first charger connection part and the second charger connection part.

According to a twenty-fifth aspect of the present invention, the charger according to the twenty-fourth aspect is constructed such that the first charger engaging portion and the second charger engaging portion are structurally identical.

The charger according to the twenty-fifth aspect is engageable with the first power source and the second power source through the first charger engagement portion and the second charger engagement portion that are structurally identical.

According to a twenty-sixth aspect of the present invention, the charger according to the twenty-fourth aspect is constructed such that the first charger engaging portion and the second charger engaging portion are structurally different.

In the charger according to the twenty-sixth aspect, the first charger engaging portion is formed to conform to the first housing shape, and the second charger engaging portion is formed to conform to the second housing shape.

The charger according to the twenty-seventh aspect of the present invention is used together with the component system according to any one of the eighth to fourteenth aspects. The charger includes a charger engaging portion engageable with the first housing and the second housing.

The charger according to the twenty-seventh aspect is connectable to the first power supply and the second power supply via the charger connection portion.

According to a twenty-eighth aspect of the present invention, the charger according to the twenty-seventh aspect is constructed such that the charger engaging portion engages the first housing in a manner similar to the first attachment portion engaging portion, and in a manner similar to the first attachment portion engaging portion. The second attachment portion engages the second housing by way of an engaging portion.

In the charger according to the twenty-eighth aspect, the charger engaging portion is structurally the same as the first attachment portion engaging portion and the second attachment portion engaging portion.

According to a twenty-ninth aspect of the present invention, the charger according to the twenty-seventh aspect is constructed such that the charger engaging portion engages the first housing with a different mechanism than the first attachment portion engaging portion, and with a different mechanism than the first attachment portion engaging portion. The second attachment engages the mechanism of the portion to engage the second housing.

In the charger according to the twenty-ninth aspect, the charger engaging portion has a different mechanism from the first attachment portion engaging portion and the second attachment portion engaging portion. Therefore, the charger engaging portion is formed by a mechanism suitable for the charger.

According to a thirtieth aspect of the present invention, the charger according to any one of the twenty-seventh to twenty-ninth aspects is constructed such that the first power source and the second power source each include a held portion corresponding to the charger engagement portion.

In the charger according to the thirtieth aspect, the first power source and the second power source are easily held by separate held parts.

The component power supply according to the thirty-first aspect of the present invention is used in a human-powered vehicle. The component power supply includes: first power supply, constructed for electric adjustable seat posts, electric front suspension, electric rear suspension, electric front brake, electric rear brake, electric shift lever, electric brake lever, electric front derailleur, and at least one of an electric rear derailleur, the first power supply including a first housing having a first housing shape and first power electrical terminals having a first power electrical terminal shape; and a second power supply configured for use with the electric rear derailleur. The at least one of an adjustable seat post, an electric front suspension, an electric rear suspension, an electric front brake, an electric rear brake, an electric shift lever, an electric brake lever, an electric front derailleur, and an electric rear derailleur. The second power supply includes a second housing having a second housing shape and a second power supply electrical terminal having a second power supply electrical terminal shape. The first housing shape is different from the second housing shape. The shape of the first power supply electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the second power supply electrical terminal.

In the charger according to the thirty-first aspect, any one of the first power supply and the second power supply may be used for the electrically adjustable seat post, the electric front suspension, the electric rear suspension, the electric front brake, the electric rear At least one of a brake, an electric shift lever, an electric brake lever, an electric front derailleur, and an electric rear derailleur. Therefore, usability is improved.

According to a thirty-second aspect of the present invention, the component power supply according to the thirty-first aspect further includes: a first power component at least partially accommodated in the first housing of the first power supply, and the first power component is electrically connected to the first power supply. a power supply electrical terminal; and a second power supply component at least partially housed in the second housing of the second power supply, the second power supply component being electrically connected to the second power supply electrical terminal.

With the power supply according to the thirty-second aspect, the human-powered vehicle assembly appropriately supplies power from the first power supply element and the second power supply element.

According to a thirty-third aspect of the present invention, the component power supply according to the thirty-second aspect is constructed such that the first power supply element and the second power supply element are different in battery capacity.

In the power supply according to the thirty-third aspect, the first power supply and the second power supply are each for a human-powered vehicle component and have a battery capacity corresponding to the human-powered vehicle component.

According to the thirty-fourth aspect of the present invention, the component power supply according to the thirty-second aspect is constructed such that the first power supply element and the second power supply element are equal in battery capacity.

With the power source according to the thirty-fourth aspect, the human-powered vehicle assembly supplies power from the first power source and the second power source having equal battery capacity.

According to a thirty-fifth aspect of the present invention, the component power supply according to any one of the thirty-second to thirty-fourth aspects is constructed such that the first power supply element and the second power supply element are different in shape.

In the power supply according to the thirty-fifth aspect, the first power supply element is formed to conform to the first power supply, and the second power supply element is formed to conform to the second power source.

According to the present invention, a component system for a human-powered vehicle, a charger for use with a component system for a human-powered vehicle, and a power supply for a component of a human-powered vehicle improve usability.

The embodiment(s) will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals throughout the various figures indicate corresponding or identical elements.

Referring to FIGS. 1 through 17 , a component system 20 for a human-powered vehicle, a human-powered vehicle transmission 40 , a human-powered vehicle rear derailleur 54 , a charger 80 for use with the component system 20 , and a power supply 90 for the human-powered vehicle components will be described. The human-powered vehicle 10 is a vehicle that includes at least one wheel and is driven by at least human driving force. The human-powered vehicle 10 includes, for example, various bicycles, such as mountaineering bicycles, road bicycles, city bicycles, cargo bicycles, hand bicycles, and recumbent bicycles. The number of wheels on the human powered vehicle 10 is unlimited. Human powered vehicles 10 include, for example, wheelbarrows and vehicles including two or more wheels. Human powered vehicle 10 is not limited to vehicles constructed to be driven solely by human driving force. The human-powered vehicle 10 includes an electric bicycle (E-bike) that is propelled using the driving force of an electric motor in addition to human driving force. Electric bicycles include electric-assisted bicycles that use electric motors to assist in propulsion. In the following embodiments, the human-powered vehicle 10 refers to a mountaineering bicycle.

Unless otherwise specified in this manual, words used to indicate direction such as "front", "rear", "frontward", "rearward", "left" , "right" (right), "sideward" (sideward), "upward" (upward), "downward" (downward) and other similar terms indicating directions will be based on the reference coordinates from the human-powered vehicle 10 The driver's perspective from a reference position (such as on a saddle or seat) facing the handlebars.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 6 , the component system 20 includes a first component 22 , a second component 24 , a first power supply 26 , and a second power supply 28 . The first assembly 22 includes an electrically adjustable seat post, an electric front suspension, an electric rear suspension, an electric front brake, an electric rear brake, an electric shift lever, an electric brake lever, an electric front derailleur 30 , and an electric rear derailleur 32 one of. A first power source 26 is provided for the first component 22 . The first power supply 26 includes a first housing 26A and a first power supply electrical terminal 26B. The first housing 26A has a first housing shape. The first power electrical terminal 26B has a first power electrical terminal shape. The second assembly 24 includes an electrically adjustable seat post, an electric front suspension, an electric rear suspension, an electric front brake, an electric rear brake, an electric shift lever, an electric brake lever, an electric front derailleur 30 , and an electric rear derailleur 32 of the other. The second power supply 28 is for the second component 24 . The second power supply 28 includes a second housing 28A and a second power supply electrical terminal 28B. The second housing 28A has a second housing shape. The second power electrical terminal 28B has a second power electrical terminal shape. The first housing shape is different from the second housing shape. The shape of the first power supply electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the second power supply electrical terminal.

For example, an electrically adjustable seat post is provided on the seat post of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The electrically adjustable seat post is, for example, configured to vary the height of the seat post of the human-powered vehicle 10 .

For example, the electric front suspension is provided on the front fork of the human-powered vehicle 10 . An electric front suspension includes, for example, a first front suspension member and a second front suspension member movable relative to the first front suspension member. The electric front suspension is, for example, configured to select either a state that limits movement of the second front suspension member with respect to the first front suspension member and a state that allows this movement.

For example, the electric rear suspension is provided on the rear fork of the human-powered vehicle 10 . An electric rear suspension includes, for example, a first rear suspension member and a second rear suspension member movable relative to the first rear suspension member. The electric rear suspension is, for example, configured to selectively restrict either a state in which the second rear suspension member moves relative to the first rear suspension member or a state in which the movement is permitted.

For example, the electric front brake is provided on at least one of the front wheel of the human-powered vehicle 10 and a component that rotates integrally with the front wheel. The electric front brake is configured, for example, to apply braking force to at least one of a front wheel of the human-powered vehicle 10 and a component that rotates integrally with the front wheel.

For example, the electric rear brake is provided on at least one of a rear wheel of the human-powered vehicle 10 and a component that rotates integrally with the rear wheel. The electric rear brake is configured, for example, to apply braking force to at least one of a rear wheel of the human-powered vehicle 10 and a component that rotates integrally with the rear wheel.

For example, the electric gear lever is provided on the handlebar of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The electric gear lever is designed, for example, as an electric gearbox for operating the human-powered vehicle 10 . The electric transmission device of the human-powered vehicle 10 includes, for example, at least one of an electric front derailleur 30 and an electric rear derailleur 32 .

For example, the electric brake lever is provided on the handlebar of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The electric brake lever, for example, is configured to operate at least one of an electric front brake and an electric rear brake.

For example, the electric front transmission 30 is provided on the front sprocket of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The electric front derailleur 30 is configured, for example, to vary a speed ratio of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The speed ratio represents, for example, the ratio of the wheel rotation rate to the crank rotation rate of the human-powered vehicle 10 .

For example, the electric rear transmission 32 is provided on the rear sprocket of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The electric rear derailleur 32 is configured, for example, to change the speed ratio of the human-powered vehicle 10 .

Each of the first component 22 and the second component 24 is a human powered vehicle component powered by at least electricity. In this embodiment, the first component 22 includes an electric rear derailleur 32 . The electric rear derailleur 32 includes, for example, a base member 32A, a movable member 32B, and a link group assembly 32C. The base member 32A is configured, for example, to be attached to the frame 10F of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The movable member 32B is disposed movably relative to the base member 32A, for example. Linkage assembly 32C connects movable member 32B to base member 32A, for example. For example, the first power supply 26 is arranged on the connecting rod assembly 32C of the electric rear derailleur 32 . The first component 22 includes, for example, a power holder into which a first power supply 26 may be configured.

For example, the second power source 28 and the first power source 26 are for different types of human powered vehicle components. In this embodiment, the second component 24 includes an electric front derailleur 30 . The electric front derailleur 30 includes, for example, a base member 30A, a movable member 30B, and a link group assembly 30C. The base member 30A is constructed, for example, to be attached to the frame 10F of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The movable member 30B is disposed movably relative to the base member 30A, for example. A linkage assembly 30C connects the movable member 30B to the base member 30A, for example. For example, the second power supply 28 is configured on the connecting rod assembly 30C of the electric front transmission 30 . The second component 24 includes, for example, a power holder into which a second power supply 28 may be configured.

As shown in Figures 3 to 6, the first housing shape is, for example, a rectangular rod, including a first terminal surface (including first power electrical terminal 26B and having rounded corners). The second housing shape is, for example, a rectangular rod, including a second terminal surface (including the second power electrical terminal 28B and having rounded corners). For example, the first terminal surface area of the first housing shape may be greater than the second terminal surface area of the second housing shape, causing the first housing shape to be constructed differently than the second housing shape. The first housing shape and the second housing shape may each be a polygonal rod other than a rectangular rod, a circular rod, or a cone. The first terminal surface area may be equal to the second terminal surface area. In the case where the first terminal surface area is equal to the second terminal surface area, the first terminal surface is different in shape from the second terminal surface. In this specification, "different in shape" means mathematically dissimilar shapes with different areas, mathematically similar shapes with different areas, and mathematically dissimilar shapes with the same area. one of.

The first power electrical terminal 26B includes, for example, a plurality of first terminals 26C. The second power electrical terminal 28B includes, for example, a plurality of second terminals 28C. For example, the first terminal 26C of the first power supply 26 is configured the same as the second terminal 28C of the second power supply 28 . The first terminal 26C includes, for example, at least one of a positive terminal for charging, a negative terminal for charging, and a communication terminal for communication. The second terminal 28C includes, for example, at least one of a positive terminal for charging, a negative terminal for charging, and a communication terminal for communication.

The first power electrical terminal shape is determined by the configuration of first terminal 26C. The shape of the second power electrical terminal is determined by the configuration of the second terminal 28C. The configuration of the first terminals 26C includes, for example, the number of the first terminals 26C, the shape of the first terminals 26C, the configuration of the electrodes, or the like. In FIG. 3 , in the first power supply electrical terminal shape, a first terminal 26C used as a positive terminal, a first terminal 26C used as a negative terminal, and a first terminal 26C used for communication are arranged side by side. The first terminal 26C used for communication may be excluded from the first power supply electrical terminal shape, and the plurality of first terminals 26C used as positive terminals and the plurality of first terminals 26C used as negative terminals may be configured side by side. The first power electrical terminal 26B may be configured to communicate with the first component 22 through the use of the first terminal 26C as a positive terminal and the use of the first terminal 26C as a negative terminal.

The configuration of the second terminals 28C includes, for example, the number of the second terminals 28C, the shape of the second terminals 28C, the configuration of the electrodes, or the like. In FIG. 5 , in the second power supply electrical terminal shape, a second terminal 28C is used as a positive terminal, a second terminal 28C is used as a negative terminal, and a second terminal 28C for communication is the same as that of the first power supply. The electrical terminals are arranged side by side in the shape of the terminals. The second terminal 28C used for communication may be excluded from the second power supply electrical terminal shape, and the plurality of second terminals 28C used as positive terminals and the plurality of second terminals 28C used as negative terminals may be configured side by side. The second power electrical terminal 28B may be configured to communicate with the second component 24 through the use of the second terminal 28C as a positive terminal and the use of the second terminal 28C as a negative terminal.

The first component 22 includes, for example, a first component electrical terminal 22A. The first component electrical terminal 22A has, for example, a first component electrical terminal shape. The first component electrical terminal shape corresponds to the first power supply electrical terminal shape. Second component 24 includes, for example, second component electrical terminals 24A. The second component electrical terminal 24A has a second component electrical terminal shape. The second component electrical terminal shape corresponds to the second power supply electrical terminal shape. For example, the shape of the electrical terminals of the first component is the same as the shape of the electrical terminals of the second component. The first component electrical terminal 22A is provided, for example, on the power holder of the first component 22 . The second component electrical terminal 24A is provided, for example, on the power holder of the second component 24 .

The first component electrical terminal shape corresponds to the first power supply electrical terminal shape, such that the first component electrical terminal 22A can be electrically connected to the first power supply electrical terminal 26B. The first component 22 is supplied with power from the first power supply 26 via the first power supply electrical terminal 26B and the first component electrical terminal 22A. The second component electrical terminal shape corresponds to the second power supply electrical terminal shape, such that the second component electrical terminal 24A can be electrically connected to the second power supply electrical terminal 28B. The second component 24 is supplied with power from the second power supply 28 via the second power supply electrical terminal 28B and the second component electrical terminal 24A.

For example, the shape of the first component electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the first power supply electrical terminal. For example, the shape of the electrical terminals of the second component is the same as the shape of the electrical terminals of the second power supply. The first component electrical terminal 22A includes, for example, a plurality of first component terminals 22Y corresponding to the first terminal 26C. The shape of the electrical terminals of the first component is determined by the arrangement of the plurality of terminals corresponding to the first terminal 26C. In FIG. 4 , in the first component electrical terminal shape, a first component terminal 22Y used as a positive terminal, a first component terminal 22Y used as a negative terminal, and a first component terminal 22Y used for communication are arranged side by side. The first component terminal 22Y used as the positive terminal is configured to contact the first terminal 26C used as the positive terminal. The first component terminal 22Y used as the negative terminal is configured to contact the first terminal 26C used as the negative terminal. The first component terminal 22Y for communication is configured to contact the first terminal 26C for communication.

The second component electrical terminal 24A includes, for example, a plurality of second component terminals 24Y corresponding to the second terminal 28C. The shape of the electrical terminals of the second component is determined by the arrangement of the plurality of terminals corresponding to the second terminal 28C. In FIG. 6 , in the second component electrical terminal shape, a second component terminal 24Y used as a positive terminal, a second component terminal 24Y used as a negative terminal, and a second component terminal 24Y used for communication are arranged side by side. The second component terminal 24Y used as the positive terminal is configured to contact the second terminal 28C used as the positive terminal. The second component terminal 24Y used as the negative terminal is configured to contact the second terminal 28C used as the negative terminal. The second component terminal 24Y for communication is configured to contact the second terminal 28C for communication.

The first component 22 includes, for example, a first attachment portion 22B. The first attachment portion 22B may be attached to the first power supply 26 . The first attachment portion 22B corresponds to the first housing shape. For example, second assembly 24 includes second attachment portion 24B. The second attachment portion 24B may be attached to the second power supply 28 . The second attachment portion 24B corresponds to the second housing shape. The first attachment portion 22B is configured, for example, to retain the first power source 26 in a power receiving component of the first assembly 22 . The second attachment portion 24B is configured, for example, to retain the second power source 28 in a power receiving component of the second assembly 24 . The first attachment portion 22B is, for example, formed on the first component 22 so that the first housing 26A is insertable into the power receiving component of the first component 22 . The second attachment portion 24B is, for example, formed on the second assembly 24 such that the second housing 28A is insertable into the power receiving component of the second assembly 24 . The first attachment portion 22B is formed to clamp the first housing 26A, for example. The second attachment portion 24B is formed to sandwich the second housing 28A, for example.

The first attachment portion 22B includes, for example, a first attachment portion engaging portion 22C. The first housing 26A includes, for example, a first housing engaging portion 26D. The first attachment engaging portion 22C is engageable with the first housing engaging portion 26D. The second attachment portion 24B includes, for example, a second attachment portion engaging portion 24C. The second housing 28A includes, for example, a second housing engaging portion 28D. The second attachment engaging portion 24C is engageable with the second housing engaging portion 28D. The first attachment portion engaging portion 22C is configured, for example, at least one of the first attachment portion 22B and the power receiving component of the first assembly 22 . The second attachment portion engaging portion 24C is configured, for example, at least one of the second attachment portion 24B of the second assembly 24 and the power receiving component. The first attachment engaging portion 22C engages the first housing engaging portion 26D to position the first power electrical terminal 26B relative to the first assembly electrical terminal 22A. The second attachment engaging portion 24C engages the second housing engaging portion 28D to position the second power electrical terminal 28B relative to the second assembly electrical terminal 24A.

The first attachment portion 22B includes, for example, a first component recess 22X formed in the first component 22 . The first component electrical terminal 22A is, for example, disposed in the first component recess 22X. The second attachment portion 24B includes, for example, a second component recess 24X formed in the second component 24 . The second component electrical terminal 24A is, for example, disposed in the second component recess 24X. The first attachment portion 22B is, for example, different in shape from the second attachment portion 24B. The shape of the first attachment portion 22B includes, for example, the shape of the first component recess 22X. The shape of the second attachment portion 24B includes, for example, the shape of the second assembly recess 24X. The shape of the first component recess 22X is, for example, different from the shape of the second component recess 24X.

The first attachment engaging portion 22C includes, for example, a first track 22D configured to slide over and engage the first housing engaging portion 26D. The second attachment engaging portion 24C, for example, includes a second track 24D configured to slide over and engage the second housing engaging portion 28D. The first track 22D is formed in the same manner as the second track 24D. The first housing engaging portion 26D includes rails. The first rail 22D engages the rail of the first housing engaging portion 26D. This engages the first attachment engaging portion 22C with the first housing engaging portion 26D. The second housing engaging portion 28D includes rails. The second rail 24D is engaged with the rail of the second housing engaging portion 28D. This engages the second attachment engagement portion 24C with the second housing engagement portion 28D.

The first power supply 26 includes, for example, at least one first power supply element 26E. The first power supply 26 shown in FIG. 3 includes a first power supply element 26E. The first power supply 26 may include a plurality of first power supply elements 26E. First power element 26E is electrically connected to first power electrical terminal 26B. The first power supply element 26E is, for example, at least partially housed in the first housing 26A of the first power supply 26 . The second power supply 28 includes, for example, at least one second power supply element 28E. The second power supply 28 shown in FIG. 5 includes a second power supply element 28E. The second power supply 28 may include a plurality of second power supply elements 28E. Second power supply element 28E is electrically connected to second power supply electrical terminal 28B. The second power supply element 28E is, for example, at least partially housed in the second housing 28A of the second power supply 28 . The battery capacity of first power source 26 may be the same as or different from the battery capacity of second power source 28 . In the case where the battery capacity of the first power source 26 is the same as the battery capacity of the second power source 28, for example, the battery capacity of the first power source element 26E is the same as the battery capacity of the second power source element 28E. For example, first power element 26E has a different shape than second power element 28E. The first power component 26E is shaped according to the shape of the first housing. The second power component 28E is shaped according to the shape of the second housing. The number of at least one second power supply element 28E may be different from the number of at least one first power supply element 26E.

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 3 to 7 , for example, the component system 20 further includes a third power supply 34 . A third power source 34 is provided for the third component 36 . The third power supply 34 includes a third housing 34A and a third power supply electrical terminal 34B. The third component 36 includes, for example, an electrically adjustable seat post, an electrical front suspension, an electrical rear suspension, an electrical front brake, an electrical rear brake, an electrical shift lever, an electrical brake lever, an electrical front derailleur 30 , and an electrical rear derailleur. One of the transmissions 32 differs from the first assembly 22 and the second assembly 24 . The third housing 34A has a third housing shape. The third housing shape is different from at least one of the first housing shape and the second housing shape. The third power supply electrical terminal 34B has, for example, a third power supply electrical terminal shape. For example, the shape of the third power supply electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the first power supply electrical terminal and the shape of the second power supply electrical terminal. The third housing shape may be the same in shape as one of the first housing shape and the second housing shape, or may be different from both the first housing shape and the second housing shape. The shape of the third housing shown in FIG. 7 is the same as the shape of the first housing and different from the shape of the second housing.

The third power electrical terminal 34B includes, for example, a plurality of third terminals 34C. The third terminal 34C includes, for example, at least one of a positive terminal for charging, a negative terminal for charging, and a communication terminal for communication. The shape of the third power electrical terminal is determined by the configuration of the third terminal 34C. The configuration of the third terminal 34C includes, for example, the number of the third terminal 34C, the shape of the third terminal 34C, and the configuration of the electrodes. In this embodiment, the shape of the third power supply electrical terminals is the same as that of the first power supply. A third terminal 34C is used as a positive terminal, a third terminal 34C is used as a negative terminal, and a third terminal 34C is used for communication. The electrical terminals are arranged side by side in the shape of the terminals. The use of the third terminal 34C as a positive terminal and the use of the third terminal 34C as a negative terminal are configured to supply power to the third component 36 in addition to charging.

The third component 36 is a human powered vehicle component powered at least by electricity. The third component 36 is, for example, a human-powered vehicle component different from the first component 22 and of a different type than the second component 24 .

The third component 36 includes, for example, third component electrical terminals. The third component electrical terminal has a third component electrical terminal shape that is the same as the first component electrical terminal shape. The third component electrical terminal has a third component electrical terminal shape that is the same as the second component electrical terminal shape.

The third component 36 includes, for example, a third attachment. The third attachment portion may, for example, be the same as the first attachment portion 22B. In the case where the third housing shape is different in shape from both the first housing shape and the second housing shape, the third attachment portion may be different from both the first attachment portion 22B and the second attachment portion 24B. .

The third housing 34A includes, for example, a third housing engaging portion 34D. The third housing engaging portion 34D is engageable with the third attachment portion engaging portion.

As shown in Figures 1 to 8, the charger 80 is, for example, a component system 20 for a human powered vehicle. For example, the first power source 26 , the second power source 28 , and the third power source 34 each include a rechargeable battery, and the charger 80 is configured to pair the first power source 26 , the second power source 28 , and the third power source 34 At least one of them is charged. The charger 80 is configured to charge all of the first power supply 26 , the second power supply 28 , and the third power supply 34 , for example. Charger 80 includes, for example, a first charging portion 84A configured to charge first power supply 26 , a second charging portion 84B configured to charge second power supply 28 , and a third charging portion configured to charge third power supply 34 84C. The number of charging sections can be changed in any way. For example, the charger 80 shown in FIG. 8 further includes a fourth charging part 84D and can charge four power sources at the same time.

Charger 80 is configured, for example, to be connected to an AC power supply. The charger 80 is configured to supply power from an AC power supply to the first power supply 26 , the second power supply 28 , and the third power supply 34 . Charger 80 is configured, for example, to be attached to and detached from first power supply 26 , second power supply 28 , and third power supply 34 . The charger 80 is configured to be connected to one of the first power source 26 , the second power source 28 , and the third power source 34 to supply power to the connector of the first power source 26 , the second power source 28 , and the third power source 34 .

The charger 80 includes, for example, a charger socket 80A. The charger socket 80A includes, for example, a recess provided in the housing of the charger 80 . Charger socket 80A is configured to accommodate at least one of first power supply 26 , second power supply 28 , and third power supply 34 . Charger 80 may include a support in place of charger socket 80A. The support element is, for example, plate-shaped.

Charger 80 includes, for example, charger electrical terminals 80B. Charger electrical terminal 80B corresponds to a first power supply electrical terminal shape and a second power supply electrical terminal shape. Charger electrical terminal 80B includes, for example, a charger electrical terminal shape. For example, the shape of the electrical terminals of the charger is the same as the shape of the electrical terminals of the first component and the shape of the electrical terminals of the second component. The charger electrical terminal 80B is shaped according to the first power electrical terminal shape and the second power electrical terminal shape so as to contact the first power electrical terminal 26B and the second power electrical terminal 28B. Since the electrical terminals of the charger have the same shape as the electrical terminals of the first component and the electrical terminals of the second component, the electrical terminals of the charger 80B can be connected to the first power supply 26 and the second power supply 28 .

Charger 80 is configured, for example, to charge first power source 26 and second power source 28 via charger electrical terminals 80B. Charger electrical terminal 80B includes a plurality of terminals corresponding to first terminal 26C. The shape of the charger's electrical terminals is determined by the configuration of the terminals corresponding to the first terminal 26C.

Charger electrical terminal 80B corresponds to a third power supply electrical terminal shape, for example. The charger electrical terminal 80B is shaped according to the shape of the third power electrical terminal so as to contact the third power electrical terminal 34B. The shape of the electrical terminals of the charger is the same as the shape of the electrical terminals of the third component. Since the shape of the charger's electrical terminals is the same as the shape of the third component's electrical terminals, the charger's electrical terminals 80B can be connected to the third power source 34 . Charger 80 is configured to charge third power source 34 via charger electrical terminals 80B.

Charger 80 includes, for example, charger engaging portion 80C engageable with first housing 26A and second housing 28A. Charger engaging portion 80C engages, for example, first housing 26A in the same manner as first attachment engaging portion 22C, and engages with second housing in the same manner as second attachment engaging portion 24C. 28A joint. The charger engaging portion 80C has, for example, a shape corresponding to the first attachment engaging portion 22C and a shape corresponding to the second attachment engaging portion 24C. In the charger 80 shown in FIG. 8 , the charger engaging portion 80C of the first charging portion 84A is engaged with the first housing 26A of the first power supply 26 , and the charger engaging portion 80C of the second charging portion 84B is engaged with the second power supply. The second housing 28A of 28 is engaged. The charger 80 includes, for example, a charger engaging portion 80C engageable with the third housing 34A. In the charger 80 shown in FIG. 8 , the charger engaging portion 80C of the third charging portion 84C is engaged with the third housing 34A of the third power supply 34 .

Charger engagement portion 80C includes, for example, a track similar to first track 22D. Charger engaging portion 80C is configured to slide over and engage first housing engaging portion 26D. Charger engaging portion 80C is configured to slide over and engage second housing engaging portion 28D.

First power supply 26 and second power supply 28 each include, for example, a retained portion 82 corresponding to charger engagement portion 80C. For example, the retained portion 82 of the first power supply 26 includes the first housing engaging portion 26D. For example, the retained portion 82 of the second power supply 28 includes the second housing engaging portion 28D. With charger 80 charging first power source 26 , charger engagement portion 80C engages first housing engagement portion 26D to position first power source electrical terminal 26B relative to charger electrical terminal 80B. With charger 80 charging second power source 28 , charger engagement portion 80C engages second housing engagement portion 28D to position second power source electrical terminal 28B relative to charger electrical terminal 80B.

The charger 80 further includes, for example, a first charger engaging portion 80X and a second charger engaging portion 80Y. The first charger engaging portion 80X is engageable with the first housing 26A. The second charger engaging portion 80Y is engageable with the second housing 28A. The charger engaging portion 80C includes, for example, a first charger engaging portion 80X and a second charger engaging portion 80Y. In this embodiment, the first charger joint portion 80X and the second charger joint portion 80Y are structurally the same. For example, the first charger engaging portion 80X and the first attachment engaging portion 22C are structurally identical, and the second charger engaging portion 80Y and the second attachment engaging portion 24C are structurally identical. In this embodiment, the first charger joint portion 80X is used as the second charger joint portion 80Y. The first charger engaging portion 80X may be established separately from the second charger engaging portion 80Y.

Charger engagement portion 80C may be disposed on charger terminal surface 80D including charger electrical terminal 80B. In the case where the charger engagement portion 80C is disposed on the charger terminal surface 80D, for example, the charger terminal surface 80D is constructed in conjunction with each of the first power supply 26 , the second power supply 28 , and the third power supply 34 Coupled by magnets. For example, charger terminal surface 80D includes one of a concave portion and a convex portion. The first power supply 26 , the second power supply 28 , and the third power supply 34 each include one of a recess and a convex portion configured to couple to the one of the recess and the convex portion of the charger terminal surface 80D.

As shown in FIG. 9 , the human-powered vehicle 10 includes a transmission 40 , for example. Transmission 40 includes, for example, one of a front derailleur and a rear derailleur 54 . Transmission 40 includes, for example, one of an electric front derailleur 30 and an electric rear derailleur 32 . Transmission 40 shown in FIG. 9 includes a rear derailleur 54 . Rear derailleur 54 includes, for example, electric rear derailleur 32 . When the transmission 40 includes the electric rear derailleur 32, the base member 32A, the movable member 32B, and the link group assembly 32C refer to the base member 42, the movable member 44, and the link group assembly 46, respectively. The linkage assembly 46 includes, for example, at least one link member 52 .

The human powered vehicle transmission 40 will be described with reference to FIGS. 9 to 17 . In the description with reference to FIGS. 9 to 17 , the transmission 40 refers to the rear transmission 54 .

As shown in FIGS. 9 and 12 , for example, the transmission 40 includes a base member 42 , a movable member 44 , a linkage assembly 46 , and a cover member 48 . The base member 42 is configured, for example, to be attached to the frame 10F of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The movable member 44 is, for example, movably arranged relative to the base member 42 . A linkage assembly 46 , for example, movably connects the movable member 44 to the base member 42 . The linkage assembly 46 includes, for example, a power receiving component 50 . Covering member 48 , for example, at least partially covers power receiving component 50 . Cover member 48 is, for example, pivotally coupled to one of base member 42 , movable member 44 , and linkage assembly 46 .

The rear derailleur 54 includes, for example, a base member 42, a movable member 44, at least one link member 52, a pulley assembly 56, a rotating shaft 54X, a biasing member 54Y, and a damping structure 58. The base member 42 is configured, for example, to be attached to the frame 10F of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The movable member 44 is, for example, movably arranged relative to the base member 42 . At least one link member 52 connects the movable member 44 to the base member 42, for example. At least one link member 52 includes, for example, a power receiving component 50 . The pulley assembly 56 is rotatably connected to the movable member 44, for example about the axis of rotation RA1. The rotational axis 54X is, for example, fixed to the pulley assembly 56 and is rotatably coupled to the movable member 44 about the rotational axis RA1. The biasing member 54Y is, for example, configured to bias the pulley assembly 56 relative to the movable member 44 in the first rotational direction R1 about the rotational axis RA1 . The damping structure 58 is provided, for example, around the rotational axis 54X of the movable member 44 . When the pulley assembly 56 rotates in the second rotation direction R2 opposite to the first rotation direction R1, the damping structure 58 applies rotational resistance to the pulley assembly 56, for example.

As shown in Figures 9 and 10, base member 42 includes, for example, base member attachment portion 42X. The base member attachment 42X is pivotally attached to the frame 1OF of the human-powered vehicle 10 , for example about the attachment pivot axis BA. The linkage assembly 46 is configured, for example, to be configured such that at least one of the first pivot axis PA1 , the second pivot axis PA2 , the third pivot axis PA3 , and the fourth pivot axis PA4 is relative to The attachment is tilted in a direction orthogonal to the pivot axis BA. The attachment pivot axis BA coincides with the rear wheel axis of the human-powered vehicle 10 , for example.

The first pivot axis PA1, the second pivot axis PA2, the third pivot axis PA3, and the fourth pivot axis PA4 extend, for example, parallel to each other. The first pivot axis PA1, the second pivot axis PA2, the third pivot axis PA3, and the fourth pivot axis PA4 are inclined relative to the axial center plane CS so as to become closer to the axial center plane CS and toward The upper side of the connecting rod assembly 46. The axial center plane CS is for example orthogonal to the attachment pivot axis BA of the human powered vehicle 10 . The upper side of the connecting rod assembly 46 refers to the direction toward the human-powered vehicle 10 when the transmission 40 is configured such that the axial direction of at least one connecting rod pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction.

The movable member 44 is movably arranged relative to the base member 42 , for example in a direction parallel to the attachment pivot axis BA. In response to movement of the movable member 44 relative to the base member 42, the rear derailleur 54 moves the chain 12 from one sprocket to the other. The movable member 44 is movable relative to the base member 42 , for example at least between the outermost shift position SP1 and the innermost shift position SP2 . The outermost shift position SP1 corresponds to the smallest sprocket position SP3 where the chain 12 of the human-powered vehicle 10 engages the smallest sprocket of the sprocket mechanism 10S. The innermost shift position SP2 corresponds to the largest sprocket position SP4 where the chain 12 of the human-powered vehicle 10 engages the largest sprocket of the sprocket mechanism 10S.

The movable member 44 moves relative to the base member 42 such that, for example, the shift positions SP of the pulley assembly 56 are at the outermost shift position SP1 and the innermost shift position SP2. The outermost shift position SP1 corresponds to the smallest sprocket position SP3 in a direction orthogonal to the attachment pivot axis BA. The innermost shift position SP2 corresponds to the maximum sprocket position SP4 in a direction orthogonal to the attachment pivot axis BA. The outermost shift position SP1 coincides with the center plane of the smallest sprocket in the axial direction of the rear wheel of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The center plane of the minimum sprocket is, for example, located at the minimum sprocket position SP3 in the upward direction of the wheel axis behind the human-powered vehicle 10 . The innermost shift position SP2 coincides with the center plane of the largest sprocket in the axial direction of the rear wheel of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The center plane of the largest sprocket is, for example, located at the largest sprocket position SP4 on the rear wheel axis upward of the human-powered vehicle 10 .

The outermost shift position SP1 is the position where the chain 12 engages the smallest sprocket. The outermost shift position SP1 may be located at a position where the rear wheel axis of the human-powered vehicle 10 is upward and separated from the center plane of the smallest sprocket. The outermost shift position SP1 may be, for example, at the first position SP1X, which is further away from the human-powered vehicle 10 in the rear wheel axial direction than the center plane of the smallest sprocket. The innermost shift position SP2 is where the chain 12 engages the largest sprocket. The innermost shift position SP2 may be located at a position where the rear wheel axis of the human-powered vehicle 10 is upward and separated from the center plane of the largest sprocket. The innermost shift position SP2 may be, for example, at the second position SP2X, which is closer to the human-powered vehicle 10 in the rear wheel axial direction than the center plane of the largest sprocket.

The movable member 44 is movable relative to the base member 42 at least between the outermost shift position SP1 and the innermost shift position SP2. The movable member 44 is movable relative to the base member 42 over a wider range than between the outermost shift position SP1 and the innermost shift position SP2. The movable member 44 may, for example, be configured to move in the direction of the attachment pivot axis BA further away from the frame 10F than the outermost shift position SP1 so as to move the chain 12 to the smallest sprocket. The movable member 44 may, for example, be configured to move in the direction of the attachment pivot axis BA to a position further away from the frame 10F than the innermost shift position SP2, so as to move to the largest sprocket of the chain 12.

The linkage assembly 46 includes, for example, an outer link member 60 and an inner link member 62 . In a state where the base member 42 is attached to the vehicle frame 10F, the outer link member 60 lies, for example, at least partially on the inner link member 62 when viewed from a direction facing the vehicle frame 10F. At least one link member 52 includes, for example, an outer link member 60 and an inner link member 62 . In a state where the base member 42 is attached to the vehicle frame 10F, the outer link member 60 lies, for example, at least partially on the inner link member 62 when viewed from a direction facing the vehicle frame 10F.

The pulley assembly 56 includes, for example, an inner plate 56A, an outer plate 56B, a guide pulley 56C, and a tensioning pulley 56D. The rotation shaft 54X is coupled to the pulley assembly 56 so as to rotate integrally with the pulley assembly 56 . The biasing member 54Y includes, for example, a coil spring arranged around the rotation shaft 54X. Biasing member 54Y biases pulley assembly 56 relative to movable member 44 in first rotational direction R1 about rotation axis RA1 .

The damping structure 58 is, for example, disposed in an inner cavity of the movable member 44 . The damping structure 58 is for example configured to lie at least partially on the power receiving part 50 when the movable member 44 is in the outermost shifting position SP1 , viewed from the base member 42 toward the movable member 44 . The damping structure 58 is for example configured to lie at least partially on the power receiving part 50 when the movable member 44 is in the innermost shift position SP2, viewed from the base member 42 towards the movable member 44. In a state where the base member 42 is attached to the vehicle frame 10F and the movable member 44 is located in the outermost shift position SP1, the power receiving part 50 is configured, for example, to be at least partially further away from the human-powered vehicle 10 than the damping structure 58 Frame 10F.

As shown in FIGS. 9 to 11 , for example, when the pulley assembly 56 rotates in the second rotation direction R2 , the damping structure 58 is configured to frictionally engage the rotation shaft 54X and apply rotational resistance to the pulley assembly 56 . Damping structure 58 includes, for example, one-way clutch 58A. One-way clutch 58A is arranged between rotation shaft 54X and movable member 44 . When the pulley assembly 56 rotates relative to the movable member 44 about the rotation axis RA1 in the second rotation direction R2, the rotation shaft 54X rotates integrally with the one-way clutch 58A. When the pulley assembly 56 rotates relative to the movable member 44 about the rotation axis RA1 in the first rotation direction R1 , the rotation shaft 54X rotates relative to the one-way clutch 58A. The one-way clutch 58A includes, for example, a roller clutch.

The damping structure 58 includes, for example, a resistance applying member 58B in the shape of a belt. The resistance applying member 58B is disposed between the one-way clutch 58A and the movable member 44 to extend around the outer circumferential portion of the one-way clutch 58A. The resistance applying member 58B tightens the outer circumferential portion of the one-way clutch 58A to frictionally engage the one-way clutch 58A. When the pulley assembly 56 rotates in the second rotation direction R2, the rotation shaft 54X rotates integrally with the one-way clutch 58A. Therefore, the resistance applying member 58B applies rotational resistance to the pulley assembly 56 .

The damping structure 58 includes, for example, an operating portion 58C. The operating portion 58C is configured to adjust the rotational resistance applied to the pulley assembly 56 when the pulley assembly 56 rotates in the second rotation direction R2. In a state where the base member 42 is attached to the vehicle frame 10F and the movable member 44 is located in the outermost shift position SP1, the power receiving part 50 is configured to be at least partially further away from the human-powered vehicle 10 than the operating part 58C, for example. Frame 10F. In a state where the base member 42 is attached to the vehicle frame 10F and the movable member 44 is located at the outermost shift position SP1, the power receiving part 50 is configured to be attached to the movable member 44 when viewed from the base member 42 toward the movable member 44, for example. The joint pivot axis BA is configured to be at least partially further away from the frame 10F of the human-powered vehicle 10 than the operating portion 58C.

In a state where the base member 42 is attached to the vehicle frame 10F and the movable member 44 is located in the outermost shift position SP1, the power receiving part 50 is configured to be completely further away from the human-powered vehicle 10 than the operating part 58C, for example. Rack 10F. In a state where the base member 42 is attached to the vehicle frame 10F and the movable member 44 is located at the outermost shift position SP1, the power receiving part 50 is configured, for example, to be configured in a radial direction of the attachment pivot axis BA. The operating portion 58C is also completely remote from the frame 10F of the human-powered vehicle 10 .

The operating portion 58C is configured to adjust the rotational resistance by tightening the opposite ends of the resistance applying member 58B. Operating portion 58C includes, for example, an adjustment screw 58D. In accordance with the rotation of the adjustment screw 58D, the operating portion 58C is configured to adjust the tightening force applied to the opposite end of the resistance applying member 58B.

As shown in FIG. 12 , the connecting rod assembly 46 includes, for example, at least one connecting rod pin 64 . At least one link pin 64 pivotally attaches the linkage assembly 46 to one of the movable member 44 and the base member 42 . At least one link member 52 includes, for example, at least one link pin 64 . The at least one link pin 64 includes, for example, a first link pin 64A, a second link pin 64B, a third link pin 64C, and a fourth link pin 64D. First link pin 64A and second link pin 64B pivotally attach linkage assembly 46 to base member 42 . Third link pin 64C and fourth link pin 64D pivotally attach linkage assembly 46 to movable member 44 . The first link pin 64A is disposed on the link group assembly 46 such that the axis of the first link pin 64A coincides with the first pivot axis PA1. The second link pin 64B is disposed on the link group assembly 46 such that the axis of the second link pin 64B coincides with the second pivot axis PA2. The third link pin 64C is disposed on the link group assembly 46 such that the axis of the third link pin 64C coincides with the third pivot axis PA3. The fourth link pin 64D is disposed on the link group assembly 46 such that the axis of the fourth link pin 64D coincides with the fourth pivot axis PA4.

As shown in FIG. 12 , for example, the transmission 40 further includes a motor unit 66 configured to move the movable member 44 relative to the base member 42 . The motor unit 66 is provided on one of the base member 42 and the movable member 44 . The motor unit 66 is arranged on the base member 42, for example. Motor unit 66 includes an electric motor. The motor unit 66 uses an electric motor to pivot the inner link member 62 about the first pivot axis PA1 and move the movable member 44 relative to the base member 42 .

As shown in FIG. 2 , for example, the transmission 40 further includes a controller 66X electrically connected to the electrical port 72 and configured to control the motor unit 66 . The controller 66X includes a processor that executes a predetermined control program. The processor includes, for example, a central processing unit (CPU) or a micro processing unit (MPU). Controller 66X may include one or more microcomputers. Controller 66X may include a plurality of processors located at separate locations. Controller 66X controls, for example, motor unit 66 to move movable member 44 relative to base member 42 and change the sprockets on which chain 12 runs. The speed ratio is changed by changing the sprocket on which the chain 12 runs.

As shown in Figures 2, 12, and 13, for example, the rear derailleur 54 further includes: a motor unit 66 configured to move the movable member 44 relative to the base member 42; and an actuator 58E configured to actuate the damping structure 58. The power receiving part 50 is, for example, configured to allow the power supply 90 to be configured. The motor unit 66 and the actuator 58E are configured to be supplied with electric power from the power supply 90 provided in the power receiving part 50 , for example. For example, at least one of first power supply 26 and second power supply 28 may be used as power supply 90 . In this embodiment, the first power supply 26 can be used as the power supply 90 .

Actuator 58E includes, for example, an electric motor. Actuator 58E is configured, for example, to switch the actuation mode of damping structure 58 between a clutch-on mode and a clutch-off mode. In the clutch-on mode, when the pulley assembly 56 rotates in the second rotation direction R2, the resistance applying member 58B applies rotational resistance to the pulley assembly 56. In the clutch off mode, the resistance applying member 58B does not apply rotational resistance to the pulley assembly 56 . The damping structure 58 may be constructed such that the actuator 58E rotates the adjustment screw 58D of the operating part 58C and adjusts the rotation resistance. Controller 66X may be configured to control actuator 58E of damping structure 58 .

Motor unit 66 is electrically connected to power receiving component 50 , for example via at least one of additional cable 66A and electrical terminal 66B. The motor unit 66 is electrically connected to the power receiving component 50 via, for example, an additional cable 66A and an electrical terminal 66B. Damping structure 58 is electrically connected to power receiving component 50 , for example via at least one of damper cable 58X and damper cable 58Y. The damping structure 58 is electrically connected to the power receiving component 50 via, for example, damper cables 58X and 58Y.

As shown in FIGS. 12 to 14 , for example, the power receiving part 50 is disposed on one of the outer link member 60 and the inner link member 62 . The power receiving member 50 is arranged on the outer link member 60 , for example. The power receiving part 50 is, for example, integrally formed with the outer link member 60 . The power receiving component 50 includes, for example, a recess provided on the lower surface of the outer link member 60 .

The power receiving component 50 includes, for example, a receiving portion 68 configured to at least partially house the power supply 90 . Power receiving component 50 is, for example, configured to fully house power source 90 . Power receiving component 50 includes, for example, a receiving portion 68 configured to receive power supply 90 . The receiving portion 68 includes, for example, a recess provided in the outer link member 60 . The first attachment portion 22B of the first assembly 22 includes, for example, a receiving portion 68 .

The accommodating portion 68 includes a cavity SA configured to accommodate the power supply 90 . Accommodation cavity SA is constructed, for example, to completely accommodate the power source 90 . The cavity SA is shaped according to the shape of the power supply 90 . For example, the shape of the power supply 90 is the same as the shape of the first housing. As long as the accommodating cavity SA is constructed to accommodate the power supply 90, the accommodating cavity SA does not have to completely accommodate the power supply 90. In the state of accommodating the power supply 90, the accommodating cavity SA can be opened to the outside.

The connecting rod assembly 46 includes, for example, at least one connecting rod pin 64 . At least one link pin 64 , for example, pivotally attaches the linkage assembly 46 to one of the movable member 44 and the base member 42 . The outer link member 60 includes, for example, a first end 60X and a second end 60Y. The second end 60Y is separated from the first end 60X, for example, in the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 . The power receiving component 50 includes, for example, an open portion 50A through which the power supply 90 is inserted into the receiving portion 68 . The open portion 50A is, for example, positioned closer to the other of the first end 60X and the second end 60Y than to the other one of the first end 60X and the second end 60Y in the axial direction of the at least one link pin 64 . The first component recess 22X of the first component 22 includes, for example, an open portion 50A.

The open portion 50A is disposed on the end of the accommodating portion 68 so that the power supply 90 is accommodated in the cavity SA. With the transmission 40 positioned such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the direction extending from the first end 60X toward the second end 60Y conforms to the vertical downward direction. With the transmission 40 positioned such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 extends parallel to the vertical direction, the direction extending from the second end 60Y toward the first end 60X is consistent with the vertical upward direction. The open portion 50A is positioned closer to the second end 60Y of the outer link member 60 than the first end 60X of the outer link member 60 in the axial direction of the at least one link pin 64 .

The transmission 40 further includes, for example, a connection terminal 70 . The connection terminal 70 is, for example, disposed on the power receiving component 50 and can be electrically connected to the power supply 90 . Connection terminals 70 include first component electrical terminals 22A of first component 22 . In this embodiment, the connection terminal 70 is disposed on the surface 68A facing the open portion located in the cavity SA. The open portion facing surface 68A is a recessed surface that defines the cavity SA facing the open portion 50A. The connection terminal 70 may be disposed on a surface different from the surface 68A facing the open portion located in the cavity SA.

The transmission 40 further includes, for example, a cover member 48 . Covering member 48 , for example, at least partially covers power receiving component 50 . The rear derailleur 54 further includes a cover member 48 , for example. Covering member 48 , for example, at least partially covers power receiving component 50 . The cover member 48 is, for example, rotatably arranged on at least one link member 52 . The covering member 48 is configured, for example, to at least partially cover the receiving portion 68 . The covering member 48 is configured to cover the open portion 50A, for example. Cover member 48 may be configured to at least partially cover open portion 50A to limit movement of power source 90 relative to power receiving component 50 .

Cover member 48 is coupled to linkage assembly 46 , for example. Cover member 48 is coupled to outer link member 60 , for example. Cover member 48 is, for example, pivotally attached to outer link member 60 . The cover member 48 is, for example, positioned closer to the other of the first end 60X and the second end 60Y than to the other of the first end 60X and the second end 60Y. In this embodiment, the covering member 48 is positioned closer to the second end 60Y of the outer link member 60 than the first end 60X of the outer link member 60 in the axial direction of the at least one link pin 64 .

In this embodiment, the covering member 48 is disposed on the connecting rod assembly 46 such that the rotation axis RA2 of the covering member 48 is inclined at an angle of less than 45 degrees relative to the axis of at least one connecting rod pin 64 . The cover member 48 is, for example, disposed on the link group assembly 46 such that the rotation axis RA2 is parallel to the first pivot axis PA1, the second pivot axis PA2, the third pivot axis PA3, and the fourth pivot axis PA4. The cover member 48 rotates about the rotation axis RA2 to switch between the cover attached state shown in FIG. 12 and the cover detached state shown in FIG. 14 . In the covered attached state, the covering member 48 at least partially covers the power receiving component 50 . In the covering disengaged state, the covering member 48 does not cover the power receiving component 50 .

The transmission 40 further includes, for example, a pivot mechanism 40X. Pivot mechanism 40X pivotally attaches cover member 48 to linkage assembly 46 . The pivot mechanism 40X is positioned closer to the other of the first end 60X and the second end 60Y than to the other of the first end 60X and the second end 60Y. The pivot mechanism 40X is disposed closer to the one of the first end 60X and the second end 60Y that is closer to the cover member 48 in the axial direction of the at least one link pin 64 . In this embodiment, the pivot mechanism 40X is positioned closer to the second end 60Y of the outer link member 60 than the first end 60X of the outer link member 60 in the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 .

The pivot mechanism 40X includes a hinge structure, for example. For example, the pivot mechanism 40X includes a pivot shaft 40XA, the axis of which coincides with the rotation axis RA2 of the cover member 48 . The hinge structure is configured to pivot the cover member 48 relative to the linkage assembly 46 about the pivot axis 40XA. In this embodiment, the pivot shaft 40XA is configured parallel to at least one link pin 64 . Cover member 48 is coupled to outer link member 60 via pivot shaft 40XA.

As shown in Figures 12 and 14, for example, cover member 48 includes a first end 48X and a second end 48Y. The first end 48X rotatably couples the cover member 48 to at least one link member 52 . In a state where the cover member 48 is rotatably coupled to the at least one link member 52 , the second end 48Y is attachable to and detachable from the at least one link member 52 . With the cover member 48 coupled to the at least one link member 52, the second end 48Y is configured, for example, to be configured closer to the damping structure 58 than the first end 48X.

Cover member 48 is, for example, releasably attached to outer link member 60 . In this embodiment of cover member 48, second end 48Y is releasably attached to outer link member 60. For example, to the cover member 48, the first end 48X is non-detachably attached to the outer link member 60. For example, on the cover member 48, the first end 48X is non-detachably attached to the outer link member 60 via the pivot mechanism 40X. When the second end 48Y is attached to the outer link member 60, the cover member 48 is constructed to define a portion of the pocket SA. When the second end 48Y is disengaged from the outer link member 60 , the cover member 48 is configured to pivot about the rotation axis RA2 of the cover member 48 .

In this embodiment of the cover member 48, the second end 48Y is detachably attached to the outer link member 60. For example, at cover member 48, first end 48X is non-detachably attached to outer link member 60. For example, on the cover member 48, the first end 48X is non-detachably attached to the outer link member 60 via the pivot mechanism 40X. When the second end 48Y is attached to the outer link member 60, the cover member 48 is constructed to define a portion of the pocket SA. When the second end 48Y is separated from the outer link member 60 , the cover member 48 is configured to pivot about the rotation axis RA2 of the cover member 48 .

The cover member 48 is, for example, releasably press-fitted to the outer link member 60 . The second end 48Y of the cover member 48 is press-fitted to the outer link member 60 so that the second end 48Y is attached to the outer link member 60 . For example, the cover member 48 is formed from a flexible member such that the second end 48Y is configured to partially deform and be press-fitted to the open portion 50A. As shown in Fig. 16, a flexible seal 40Y is provided on the open portion 50A. The seal 40Y is deformed according to the shape of the second end 48Y of the portion such that the second end 48Y is partially press-fitted to the open portion 50A.

The transmission 40 , for example, further includes a power holder 50B that includes electrical terminals and is configurable in the power receiving component 50 . For example, the power holder 50B is configured to cross the reference line RL in a state disposed on the power receiving component 50 . The electrical terminals of power holder 50B include connection terminals 70 . As viewed in a direction parallel to at least one of the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4, the power holder 50B is configured to cross the reference line in a state disposed on the power receiving part 50, for example. R.L. The power holder 50B together with the cover member 48 defines the cavity SA. For example, the portion of the power holder 50B located in the first area A1 is larger than the portion of the power holder 50B located in the second area A2. The electrical terminals of the power receiving component 50 are, for example, configured to cross the reference line RL. In FIG. 14 , at the electrical terminal of the power receiving component 50 , the connection terminal 70 crosses the reference line RL.

As shown in FIGS. 2 , 9 , and 12 , for example, the transmission 40 includes a base member 42 , a movable member 44 , a connecting rod assembly 46 , and an electrical port 72 . The base member 42 is configured, for example, to be attached to the frame 10F of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The movable member 44 is, for example, movably arranged relative to the base member 42 . A linkage assembly 46 connects the movable member 44 to the base member 42 , for example. The linkage assembly 46 includes, for example, a power receiving component 50 . The electrical port 72 is, for example, configured to be electrically connected to the power receiving component 50 , configured to detachably receive the electrical cable 102 , and disposed on at least one of the linkage assembly 46 and the movable member 44 .

The linkage assembly 46 includes, for example, an outer link member 60 and an inner link member 62 . In a state where the base member 42 is attached to the vehicle frame 10F, the outer link member 60 lies at least partially on the inner link member 62 when viewed from a direction facing the vehicle frame 10F. The power receiving member 50 is arranged on the outer link member 60 , for example. The electrical port 72 is provided, for example, on one of the outer linkage member 60 and the movable member 44 . The motor unit 66 is arranged on the base member 42, for example. In this embodiment, the electrical port 72 is disposed on the outer link member 60 .

Electrical port 72 includes, for example, cover 72A. The cover 72A is configured, for example, to cover the electrical port 72 in a disconnected state in which the electrical cable 102 is disconnected from the electrical port 72 . The cover 72A is, for example, configured to be releasably attached to the electrical port 72 so as not to cover the electrical port 72 in a cable-connected state in which the cable 102 is connected to the electrical port 72 . Cover 72A is configured, for example, to be press-fitted to electrical port 72 . For example, the cover 72A is formed from a flexible member such that the cover 72A is partially deformed and press-fitted to the electrical port 72 .

Electrical port 72 includes, for example, cable receiving portion 72B. Cable receiving portion 72B includes, for example, a cable receiving opening 72C. Cable receiving opening 72C includes, for example, cable receiving opening axis CA. Cable 102 is coupled to cable receiving portion 72B. Terminals for connection to the cable 102 are provided in the cable receiving opening 72C. Cable 102 is removed from cable receiving opening 72C in a direction parallel to cable receiving opening axis CA.

The cable receiving opening 72C is disposed at one of the first end 60X of the outer link member 60 and the second end 60Y of the outer link member 60 in a direction parallel to the at least one link pin 64 . In this embodiment, the cable receiving opening 72C is disposed at the second end 60Y of the outer link member 60 .

When the cable receiving opening 72C is disposed at the first end 60X of the outer link member 60 , the cable receiving opening 72C is open toward the upper side of the outer link member 60 . In a state where the transmission 40 is coupled to the human-powered vehicle 10 and the transmission 40 is in a predetermined state, the upper side of the outer link member 60 conforms to the upper side of the human-powered vehicle 10 , for example. The situation where the transmission 40 is in the predetermined state includes, for example, the movable member 44 being positioned between the outermost shift position SP1, the innermost shift position SP2, or between the outermost shift position SP1 and the innermost shift position SP2. Booking a location, etc. In a state where the transmission 40 is positioned such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the upper side of the outer link member 60 refers to a direction extending from the second end 60Y toward the first end 60X, for example.

When the cable receiving opening 72C is disposed at the second end 60Y of the outer link member 60 , the cable receiving opening 72C is open toward the lower side of the outer link member 60 . In a state where the transmission 40 is coupled to the human-powered vehicle 10 and the transmission 40 is in a predetermined state, the lower side of the outer link member 60 conforms to the lower side of the human-powered vehicle 10 , for example. With the transmission 40 positioned such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the lower side of the outer link member 60 refers, for example, to the direction extending from the first end 60X toward the second end 60Y.

The connecting rod assembly 46 includes, for example, at least one connecting rod pin 64 . At least one link pin 64 pivotally attaches the linkage assembly 46 to one of the movable member 44 and the base member 42 . The electrical port 72 is configured on the connecting rod assembly 46 . The cable receiving opening axis CA is for example parallel to the axis of at least one link pin 64 . The cable receiving opening axis CA is, for example, parallel to the first pivot axis PA1, the second pivot axis PA2, the third pivot axis PA3, and the fourth pivot axis PA4.

As shown in Figures 2 and 13, for example, the electrical cable 102 is configured to be detachably coupled to the electrical port 72. The cable 102 is, for example, the cable 104 . The electrical port 72 is, for example, used for at least one of charging the power supply 90 , wired communication with components 14 other than the transmission 40 , and wired communication with the external device 106 . For example, the electrical port 72 is used to at least charge the power supply 90 . For example, when the power supply 90 configured on the power receiving component 50 is a rechargeable battery, the power port 72 is used to charge the power supply 90 configured on the power receiving component 50 .

Electrical port 72 may be configured to supply power from a power source other than that configured on component 14 of transmission 40 . Electrical port 72 is configured, for example, to supply power to motor unit 66 from a power source configured on assembly 14 other than transmission 40 . In the event that the power source 90 is not disposed on the power receiving component 50 , the electrical port 72 may be configured to supply power to the motor unit 66 from a power source disposed on the assembly 14 other than the transmission 40 . In the event that the voltage of power supply 90 is less than or equal to a predetermined value, electrical port 72 may be configured to supply power to motor unit 66 from a power source other than that configured on assembly 14 of transmission 40 .

Power port 72 includes, for example, power receiving portion 72D. The power receiving portion 72D is configured to receive power from the external power supply 100 . The power port 72 is configured to supply the motor unit 66 with the power received by the power receiving portion 72D. Electrical port 72 is configured to be electrically connected to motor unit 66 via power receiving component 50 , for example. The power receiving portion 72D is configured, for example, to regulate the voltage of the power received by the power receiving portion 72D. The power receiving portion 72D includes, for example, a voltage regulator. Power receiving portion 72D is, for example, configured to reduce the voltage of the power received by power receiving portion 72D depending on the electrical properties of power supply 90 and the electrical properties of motor unit 66 .

As shown in FIGS. 9 , 12 , and 13 , for example, the transmission 40 includes a base member 42 , a movable member 44 , and a connecting rod assembly 46 . The base member 42 is configured, for example, to be attached to the frame 10F of the human-powered vehicle 10 . The base member 42 includes, for example, a first base member connection section 42A and a second base member connection section 42B. The movable member 44 is, for example, movably arranged relative to the base member 42 . The movable member 44 includes, for example, a movable member first connection section 44A and a movable member second connection section 44B. The linkage assembly 46 movably connects the base member 42 and the movable member 44, for example. The linkage assembly 46 includes, for example, an outer link member 60 and an inner link member 62 . The inner link member 62 has, for example, an inner link first end portion 62A and an inner link second end portion 62B. In a state where the base member 42 is attached to the vehicle frame 10F, the outer link member 60 lies, for example, at least partially on the inner link member 62 when viewed from a direction facing the vehicle frame 10F.

The outer link member 60 includes, for example, a power receiving component 50, an outer link first end 60A, and an outer link second end 60B. The inner link first end portion 62A is pivotally coupled to the base member first connection section 42A, for example about a first pivot axis PA1. The inner link second end portion 62B is pivotally coupled to the movable member first connection section 44A, for example about a second pivot axis PA2. The outer link first end 60A is pivotally coupled to the base member second connection section 42B, for example about a third pivot axis PA3. The outer link second end 60B is pivotally coupled to the movable member second connection section 44B, for example about a fourth pivot axis PA4. The power receiving part 50 is constructed, for example, in a configuration such that the power receiving part 50 traverses a reference line RL extending between the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4.

The power receiving component 50 is, for example, constructed and configured such that the power receiving component 50 traverses the third pivot axis as viewed in a direction parallel to at least one of the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4 Reference line RL extending between PA3 and fourth pivot axis PA4. The reference line RL is, for example, a straight line extending between the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4.

For example, as viewed in a direction parallel to at least one of the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4, a first area A1 and a second area A2 are defined. As viewed in a direction parallel to at least one of the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4, the first area A1 includes, for example, one of the areas divided by the reference line RL. As viewed in a direction parallel to at least one of the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4, the second area A2 includes, for example, the other of the areas divided by the reference line RL. For example, the power receiving component 50 includes a portion located in the second area A2 and a portion located in the first area A1 that is larger than the portion located in the second area A2. The first area A1 and the second area A2 are defined, for example, on the lower surface of the outer link member 60 . The first area A1 is positioned further away from the inner link member 62 than the second area A2 as viewed in a direction parallel to at least one of the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4.

In a cover-attached state in which the cover member 48 at least partially covers the power receiving component 50 , the cover member 48 is configured, for example, to cross the reference line RL. In the hood-attached state, the hood member 48 is, for example, configured to cross the reference line RL, as viewed in a direction parallel to at least one of the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4. For example, the portion of the covering member 48 located in the first area A1 is larger than the portion of the covering member 48 located in the second area A2.

As shown in Figures 15-17, the cover member 48 includes, for example, a first power contact surface 48A and a second power contact surface 48B. The first power contact surface 48A is configured, for example, to contact the power source 90 in a holding state in which the power source 90 is held in the power receiving part 50 . The second power contact surface 48B is configured, for example, to contact the power source 90 when an operation of accommodating the power source 90 in the power receiving component 50 is ongoing. Second power contact surface 48B includes, for example, an inclined surface that is inclined relative to first power contact surface 48A. The first power contact surface 48A is configured to adjoin the second power contact surface 48B. The cover member 48 further includes a power non-contact surface 48C that does not contact the power source 90, for example, in the holding state and when an operation of accommodating the power source 90 in the power receiving part 50 is being performed.

As shown in Fig. 16, the holding state is the cover attachment state. In the holding state, the first power contact surface 48A covers the open portion 50A to define a portion of the cavity SA. In the holding state, for example, the first power contact surface 48A contacts the power source 90 so that the power source 90 contacts the connection terminal 70 . In the holding state, for example, the second power contact surface 48B is configured to face the second end 60Y of the outer link member 60 .

As shown in FIG. 17 , in the cover-detached state, when the power supply 90 is accommodated in the power receiving part 50 , the power supply 90 acts to move downward from the open portion 50A. When the cover member 48 switches from the cover-detached state to the cover-attached state, the second power contact surface 48B becomes in contact with the end of the power supply 90 . The movement of the cover member 48 in the first direction D1 causes the power supply 90 to move upward relative to the outer link member 60 along the inclined surface of the second power contact surface 48B, and allows the power supply 90 to contact the connection terminal 70 .

As shown in FIG. 16 , for example, the transmission 40 further includes a seal 40Y. The seal 40Y is, for example, a member for sealing the gap between the open portion 50A and the covering member 48 in a state where the covering member 48 at least partially covers the open portion 50A. The seal 40Y is installed, for example, on the edge of the open portion 50A. The seal 40Y may be mounted on the cover member 48 . The seal 40Y may be mounted on both the edge of the open portion 50A and the cover member 48 .

A second embodiment of the rear derailleur 54 will now be described with reference to Figures 18-20. The rear derailleur 54 of the second embodiment is the same as the rear derailleur 54 of the human-powered vehicle of the first embodiment, except that the rotation axis RA2 of the cover member 48 is inclined by greater than or equal to 45 relative to the axis of at least one connecting rod pin 64 degree angle. Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

As shown in FIGS. 18 and 19 , in this embodiment, the covering member 48 is disposed on the connecting rod assembly 46 such that the rotation axis RA2 is inclined at an angle greater than or equal to 45 degrees relative to the axis of at least one connecting rod pin 64 . The cover member 48 is disposed on the linkage assembly 46 , for example, so that the axis of rotation RA2 extends orthogonally to the axis of the at least one link pin 64 . The cover member 48 is disposed on the link group assembly 46, for example, so that the rotation axis RA2 extends to be in line with the first pivot axis PA1, the second pivot axis PA2, the third pivot axis PA3, and the fourth pivot axis PA1. The rotation axis PA4 is orthogonal. The pivot shaft 40XA of the pivot mechanism 40X is, for example, configured to be orthogonal to at least one link pin 64 .

As shown in FIG. 20 , in this embodiment, the covering member 48 rotates downward around the rotation axis RA2 , causing the second end 48Y to detach from the outer link member 60 . Cover member 48 rotates about rotation axis RA2 to switch between cover attachment states as shown

Rear derailleur 54 will now be described with reference to Figures 21 through 23. The rear derailleur 54 of the third embodiment is the same as the rear derailleur 54 of the first embodiment, except that the open portion 50A of the power receiving member 50 is positioned axially larger than that of the outer link member 60 in the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 The second end 60Y is closer to the first end 60X of the outer link member 60 . Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

In this embodiment, the open portion 50A of the power receiving component 50 is positioned closer to the first end 60X of the outer link member 60 than the second end 60Y of the outer link member 60 in the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 . The cover member 48 is, for example, positioned closer to the first end 60X of the outer link member 60 than the second end 60Y of the outer link member 60 in the axial direction of the at least one link pin 64 . The pivot mechanism 40X is, for example, positioned closer to the first end 60X of the outer link member 60 than the second end 60Y of the outer link member 60 in the axial direction of the at least one link pin 64 .

As shown in FIG. 23 , in this embodiment, the covering member 48 rotates around the rotation axis RA2 , causing the second end 48Y to detach from the outer link member 60 . The cover member 48 rotates about the rotation axis RA2 to switch between the cover attached state shown in FIG. 21 and the cover detached state shown in FIG. 23 .

In the rear derailleur 54 of this embodiment, the open portion 50A of the power receiving member 50 is disposed on the upper surface of the outer link member 60 . Therefore, when the power supply 90 is accommodated in the power receiving part 50, the power supply 90 can be easily disposed on the power receiving part 50.

A fourth embodiment of the rear derailleur 54 will now be described with reference to Figures 24 and 25. The rear derailleur 54 of the fourth embodiment is the same as the rear derailleur 54 of the third embodiment, except that the rotation axis RA2 of the cover member 48 is inclined by greater than or equal to 45 degrees relative to the axis of at least one connecting rod pin 64. angle. The same elements as corresponding elements in the first and third embodiments are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

As shown in FIGS. 24 and 25 , in this embodiment, the covering member 48 is disposed on the connecting rod assembly 46 such that the rotation axis RA2 is inclined greater than or equal to 45 degrees relative to the axis of at least one connecting rod pin 64 angle. The cover member 48 is disposed on the linkage assembly 46 , for example, so that the axis of rotation RA2 extends orthogonally to the axis of the at least one link pin 64 . The cover member 48 is disposed on the link group assembly 46, for example, so that the rotation axis RA2 extends to be in line with the first pivot axis PA1, the second pivot axis PA2, the third pivot axis PA3, and the fourth pivot axis PA1. The rotation axis PA4 is orthogonal. The pivot shaft 40XA of the pivot mechanism 40X is, for example, configured to be orthogonal to at least one link pin 64 .

As shown in FIG. 25 , in this embodiment, the covering member 48 rotates around the rotation axis RA2 to the upper side of the outer link member 60 , causing the second end 48Y to detach from the outer link member 60 . The cover member 48 rotates about the rotation axis RA2 to switch between the cover attached state shown in FIG. 24 and the cover detached state shown in FIG. 25 .

A fifth embodiment of the rear derailleur 54 will now be described with reference to FIG. 26 . The rear derailleur 54 of the fifth embodiment is the same as the rear derailleur 54 of the first embodiment, except that the power receiving member 50 is disposed on the inner link member 62 . Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

As shown in FIG. 26 , in this embodiment, the power receiving component 50 is arranged on the inner link member 62 . The open portion 50A is, for example, positioned closer to the second end 62Y of the inner link member 62 than the first end 62X of the inner link member 62 in the axial direction of the at least one link pin 64 . The first end 62X of the inner link member 62 is, for example, a portion of the surface of the inner link member 62 facing the upper side of the inner link member 62 . In a state where the transmission 40 is coupled to the human-powered vehicle 10 and the transmission 40 is in a predetermined state, the upper side of the inner link member 62 conforms to the upper side of the human-powered vehicle 10 , for example. With the transmission 40 positioned such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the upper side of the inner link member 62 refers, for example, to the direction extending from the second end 62Y toward the first end 62X. The second end 62Y of the inner link member 62 is, for example, a portion of the surface of the inner link member 62 facing the lower side of the inner link member 62 . In a state where the transmission 40 is coupled to the human-powered vehicle 10 and the transmission 40 is in a predetermined state, the lower side of the inner link member 62 conforms to the lower side of the human-powered vehicle 10 , for example. With the transmission 40 positioned such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the underside of the inner link member 62 refers, for example, to the direction extending from the first end 62X toward the second end 62Y. The open portion 50A may be positioned closer to the first end 62X of the inner link member 62 than the second end 62Y of the inner link member 62 .

In this embodiment, the cover member 48 is attached to the inner link member 62 . The cover member 48 is, for example, positioned closer to the second end 62Y of the inner link member 62 than the first end 62X of the inner link member 62 in the axial direction of the at least one link pin 64 .

In this embodiment, the electrical port 72 is disposed on the second end 62Y of the inner link member 62 . In this embodiment, the electrical port 72 may be disposed on the outer link member 60 as in the first embodiment.

A sixth embodiment of the rear derailleur 54 will now be described with reference to Figures 27 and 28. The rear derailleur 54 of the sixth embodiment is the same as the rear derailleur 54 of the first embodiment, except that the shroud member 48 includes a first track 22D and the outer link member 60 includes a second track 24D. Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

As shown in FIGS. 27 and 28 , in this embodiment, the covering member 48 includes a first rail 22D. Outer link member 60 includes, for example, second track 24D. The first rail 22D slides on the second rail 24D. The cover member 48 is configured, for example, to be attached to the outer link member 60 upon sliding of the first rail 22D on the second rail 24D.

For example, in the cover-disengaged state shown in FIG. 27 , movement of the cover member 48 relative to the outer link member 60 in the second direction D2 switches the transmission 40 to the cover-attached state. The second direction D2 is orthogonal to the axis of at least one link pin 64 .

The cover member 48 of this embodiment may be configured to be non-detachably or releasably attached to the outer link member 60 .

A seventh embodiment of the rear derailleur 54 will now be described with reference to FIG. 29 . The rear derailleur 54 of the seventh embodiment is the same as the rear derailleur 54 of the first embodiment, except that the connecting rod assembly 46 is configured such that the first pivot axis PA1, the second pivot axis PA2, the third pivot axis At least one of the line PA3, and the fourth pivot axis PA4 is orthogonal to the attachment pivot axis BA. Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

The base member 42 of the present embodiment includes a base member attachment portion 42X pivotally attached to the frame 10F of the human-powered vehicle 10 about the attachment pivot axis BA. In this embodiment, the linkage assembly 46 is configured to cause at least one of the first pivot axis PA1, the second pivot axis PA2, the third pivot axis PA3, and the fourth pivot axis PA4 to be aligned with The attachment pivot axis BA is orthogonal. The at least one link pin 64 is for example configured such that the axis of the at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the attachment pivot axis BA.

An eighth embodiment of the transmission 40 will now be described with reference to FIG. 30 . The transmission 40 of the eighth embodiment is the same as the transmission 40 of the first embodiment, except that the electrical port 72 is used for wired communication with at least components 14 different from the transmission 40 . Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

In this embodiment, the electrical port 72 is used for wired communication with at least components 14 other than the transmission 40 . In this embodiment, the transmission 40 is one of the front transmission 14A and the rear transmission 54. Component 14 is, for example, the other of front derailleur 14A and rear derailleur 54 , drive unit 14B, electric suspension 14C, electrically adjustable seat post 14D, electric brake 14E, and at least one of derailleur 14F.

For example, one of the front derailleur 14A and the rear derailleur 54 is the rear derailleur 54 and the other of the front derailleur 14A and the rear derailleur 54 is the front derailleur 14A. The transmission 40 is, for example, a rear transmission 54 . Transmission 40 may be front derailleur 14A. Component 14 may be the same human-powered vehicle component as second component 24 or a different human-powered vehicle component than second component 24 .

The front derailleur 14A includes, for example, the front derailleur of the first embodiment. The drive unit 14B is, for example, provided on the frame 10F of the human-powered vehicle 10 and applies a propulsive force to the human-powered vehicle 10 . The electric suspension 14C includes, for example, at least one of the electric front suspension and the electric rear suspension of the first embodiment. The electrically adjustable seat post 14D includes, for example, the electrically adjustable seat post of the first embodiment. The electric brake 14E includes, for example, at least one of the electric front brake and the electric rear brake of the first embodiment. The transmission 14F includes, for example, the electric shift lever of the first embodiment.

The controller 66X is configured, for example, to transmit the current speed ratio, the rotation rate of the guide pulley 56C, the rotation rate of the tension pulley 56D, or the like to the assembly 14 via wired communication. The controller 66X is configured, for example, to receive signals from the assembly 14 via wired communication regarding the control of the motor unit 66 or signals regarding the control of the actuator 58E of the damping structure 58 . The transmission 40 may be configured to communicate with the plurality of components 14 via power line communication (PLC) via the electrical port 72 .

A ninth embodiment of the transmission 40 will now be described with reference to FIG. 31 . The rear derailleur 54 of the ninth embodiment is the same as the derailleur 40 of the first embodiment, except that the electrical port 72 is used for wired communication with at least the external device 106 . Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

In this embodiment, the electrical port 72 is used for wired communication with at least the external device 106 . The electrical port 72 is connected to the external device 106 in a manner that allows wired communication, for example. For example, the external device 106 is configured to perform at least one of a traveling status analysis of the human-powered vehicle 10 , a firmware update of the transmission 40 , and an abnormality analysis of the transmission 40 via the electrical port 72 .

The external device 106 is, for example, distinct from the first component 22 and the second component 24 . The external device 106 includes, for example, at least one of a smartphone, a personal computer, and a tablet computer. Electrical port 72 may be configured to connect to an external server via external device 106 .

In the case where the external device 106 is configured to analyze the traveling status of the human-powered vehicle 10 , the controller 66X is configured to transmit the current speed ratio, the rotation rate of the guide pulley 56C, the rotation rate of the tension pulley 56D, or the like to the external device 106 . In the case where the external device 106 is configured to perform a firmware update of the transmission 40 , the controller 66X is configured to transmit information regarding the firmware of the transmission 40 to and from the external device 106 . In the case where the external device 106 is configured to perform an abnormality analysis of the transmission 40 , the controller 66X is configured to transmit the actuation status of the transmission 40 to the external device 106 through wired communication.

A tenth embodiment of the rear derailleur 54 will now be described with reference to FIG. 32 . The rear derailleur 54 of the tenth embodiment is the same as the rear derailleur 54 of the first embodiment, except that the electrical port 72 is arranged on the movable member 44 . Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

The connecting rod assembly 46 includes, for example, at least one connecting rod pin 64 . At least one link pin 64 , for example, pivotally attaches the linkage assembly 46 to one of the movable member 44 and the base member 42 . In this embodiment, the electrical port 72 is disposed on the movable component 44 . In this embodiment, the cable receiving opening axis CA is parallel to the axis of at least one link pin 64 . The cable receiving opening axis CA is, for example, parallel to the first pivot axis PA1, the second pivot axis PA2, the third pivot axis PA3, and the fourth pivot axis PA4.

The electrical port 72 is, for example, disposed on the upper or lower surface of the movable member 44 . In this embodiment, the electrical port 72 is disposed on the lower surface of the movable member 44 so that the cable receiving opening 72C faces downward. In a state where the transmission 40 is coupled to the human-powered vehicle 10 and the transmission 40 is in a predetermined state, the upper side of the movable member 44 conforms to the upper side of the human-powered vehicle 10 , for example. In a state where the transmission 40 is configured such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the upper surface of the movable member 44 is, for example, vertically upward. In a state where the transmission 40 is coupled to the human-powered vehicle 10 and the transmission 40 is in a predetermined state, the lower side of the movable member 44 conforms to the lower side of the human-powered vehicle 10 , for example. In a state where the transmission 40 is configured such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the lower surface of the movable member 44 is, for example, vertically ground downward.

The electrical port 72 may be disposed on the upper surface or lower surface of the base member 42 . In a state where the transmission 40 is configured such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the upper surface of the base member 42 faces vertically upward. In a state where the transmission 40 is configured such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the lower surface of the base member 42 faces vertically downward. In FIG. 32 , the electrical port 72 is further disposed on the lower surface of the base member 42 and the lower surface of the connecting rod assembly 46 .

An eleventh embodiment of the rear derailleur 54 will now be described with reference to FIG. 33 . The rear derailleur 54 of the eleventh embodiment is the same as the rear derailleur 54 of the tenth embodiment, except that the cable receiving opening axis CA of the electrical port 72 is tilted relative to the axis of the at least one link pin 64 . The same elements as corresponding elements of the tenth embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

The connecting rod assembly 46 includes, for example, at least one connecting rod pin 64 . At least one link pin 64 , for example, pivotally attaches the linkage assembly 46 to one of the movable member 44 and the base member 42 . The electrical port 72 is arranged on the movable member 44, for example. In this embodiment, the cable receiving opening axis CA is inclined relative to the axis of at least one link pin 64 . The cable receiving opening axis CA is, for example, orthogonal to the axis of at least one link pin 64 .

The electrical port 72 is arranged on the upper surface, side surface or lower surface of the movable member 44 . In a state where the transmission 40 is configured such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the side of the movable member 44 faces in a direction orthogonal to the vertical direction. The electrical port 72 is disposed on the side of the movable member 44 such that, for example, the cable receiving opening 72C opens laterally. As shown in FIG. 32 , the electrical port 72 may be further disposed on the side of the base member 42 and the side of the link group assembly 46 .

Electrical ports 72 may be disposed on the sides of the base member 42 and on the sides of the linkage assembly 46 . In a state where the transmission 40 is configured such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the side surface of the base member 42 faces in a direction orthogonal to the vertical direction. In a state where the transmission 40 is configured such that the axial direction of at least one link pin 64 is parallel to the vertical direction, the direction in which the side surface of the link group assembly 46 faces is orthogonal to the vertical direction. In FIG. 33 , the electrical port 72 is further disposed on the side of the base member 42 and the side of the connecting rod assembly 46 .

A twelfth embodiment of the rear derailleur 54 and power supply 90 will now be described with reference to Figures 34 to 37. The rear derailleur 54 and power supply 90 of the twelfth embodiment are the same as the rear derailleur 54 and power supply 90 of the first embodiment, except for the first attachment portion engaging portion 22C, the first housing engaging portion 26D, the second attachment portion 26D, and the first attachment portion engaging portion 22C. The structure of the joint joint part 24C and the second housing joint part 28D. Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

As shown in FIG. 34 , for example, the power receiving part 50 is arranged on the side of the outer link member 60 . The outer link member 60 is, for example, part of the first assembly 22 . Power source 90 is attached to the side of outer link member 60 . The power supply 90 attached to the side of the outer link member 60 is, for example, the first power supply 26 .

As shown in FIG. 35 , the first attachment engagement portion 22C is, for example, rotatably attached to the first component 22 . The first housing engaging portion 26D includes, for example, a first protrusion 26F engageable with the first attachment engaging portion 22C. For example, first attachment engaging portion 22C includes first attachment end piece 22E and is engaged with first housing engaging portion 26D by first tab 26F engaging first attachment end piece 22E.

The first attachment engaging portion 22C is, for example, biased to rotate about the first attachment rotation axis AA1 in the third rotational direction R3. The first attachment portion engaging portion 22C rotates in the opposite direction to the third rotation direction R3 such that the first power supply 26 is configured on the first attachment portion 22B. Then, the first attachment portion engaging portion 22C is rotated in the third rotation direction R3, so that the first attachment portion end piece 22E is engaged with the first convex portion 26F.

As shown in FIG. 36 , in this embodiment, the second attachment portion engaging portion 24C is rotatably attached to the second component 24 . The second housing engaging portion 28D includes, for example, a second protrusion 28F engageable with the second attachment engaging portion 24C. For example, second attachment engaging portion 24C includes second attachment end piece 24E and is engaged with second housing engaging portion 28D by second protrusion 28F engaging second attachment end piece 24E.

The second attachment engagement portion 24C is, for example, biased to rotate about the second attachment rotation axis AA2 in the fourth rotational direction R4. The second attachment portion engaging portion 24C rotates in the opposite direction to the fourth rotation direction R4 such that the second power supply 28 is disposed on the second attachment portion 24B. Then, the second attachment portion engaging portion 24C is rotated in the fourth rotation direction R4, so that the second attachment portion end piece 24E is engaged with the second convex portion 28F. The second attachment portion 24B is formed in the same manner as the first attachment portion 22B, for example.

As shown in FIGS. 35 to 37 , for example, the charger engaging portion 80C is formed in the same manner as the first attachment portion engaging portion 22C and the second attachment portion engaging portion 24C. For example, charger engagement portion 80C is biased to rotate in fifth rotation direction R5 about third attachment rotation axis AA3. The charger engaging portion 80C includes a charger engaging end portion 80E and is engaged with the first housing engaging portion 26D by the first protrusion 26F engaging the charger engaging end portion 80E. The charger engaging portion 80C is engaged with the second case engaging portion 28D by engaging the charger engaging end portion 80E with the second protrusion 28F.

A thirteenth embodiment of the rear derailleur 54 and power supply 90 will now be described with reference to Figures 1, 3 through 6, 38, and 39. The rear derailleur 54 and power supply 90 of the thirteenth embodiment are the same as the rear derailleur 54 and power supply 90 of the first embodiment, except that the first power supply 26 and the second power supply 28 are used for electrically adjustable seat posts and electric front wheels. At least one of a suspension, an electric rear suspension, an electric front brake, an electric rear brake, an electric shift lever, an electric brake lever, an electric front derailleur 30 , and an electric rear derailleur 32 . Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

As shown in FIGS. 1 , 3 to 6 and 38 , for example, the power supply 90 includes a first power supply 26 and a second power supply 28 . The first power supply 26 is used for the electric adjustable seat post, the electric front suspension, the electric rear suspension, the electric front brake, the electric rear brake, the electric shift lever, the electric brake lever, the electric front derailleur 30, and the electric rear derailleur. At least one of 32. The first power supply 26 includes, for example, a first housing 26A and a first power supply electrical terminal 26B. The first housing 26A has a first housing shape, for example. The first power electrical terminal 26B has, for example, a first power electrical terminal shape. The second power source 28 is, for example, used for electrically adjustable seat posts, electrical front suspension, electrical rear suspension, electrical front brakes, electrical rear brakes, electrical gear levers, electrical brake levers, electrical front derailleurs 30, and At least one of the electric rear derailleurs 32 . The second power supply 28 includes, for example, a second housing 28A and a second power supply electrical terminal 28B. The second housing 28A has a second housing shape, for example. The second power supply electrical terminal 28B has, for example, a second power supply electrical terminal shape. For example, the first housing shape is different from the second housing shape. For example, the shape of the first power supply electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the second power supply electrical terminal.

The electrically adjustable seat post, the electric front suspension, the electric rear suspension, the electric front brake, the electric rear brake, the electric shift lever, the electric brake lever, the electric front derailleur 30 and the electric rear derailleur 32 are the same as those in the first embodiment. constructed in an example way. The first component electrical terminal 22A includes, for example, a plurality of electrical terminals. The electrical terminals are constructed, for example, in the same manner as the first power electrical terminal 26B and the second power electrical terminal 28B.

The second power supply 28 and the first power supply 26 are, for example, for the same human powered vehicle component. The components of the human vehicle include an electric adjustable seat post, an electric front suspension, an electric rear suspension, an electric front brake, an electric rear brake, an electric shift lever, an electric brake lever, an electric front derailleur 30 , and an electric rear derailleur 32 At least one.

As shown in FIG. 39 , for example, the human powered vehicle assembly includes an electric rear derailleur 32 . In this description, the transmission 40 refers to the electric rear derailleur 32 . In this description, rear derailleur 54 refers to electric rear derailleur 32 . The first power supply 26 and the second power supply 28 are received in the same cavity SA of the power receiving member 50 of the rear derailleur 54 .

The accommodating cavity SA may include a first accommodating cavity and a second accommodating cavity. The first cavity may be configured to house the first power source 26 . The second cavity may be configured separately from the first cavity and accommodate the second power source 28 .

A first pocket may be formed in the linkage assembly 46 and a second pocket may be formed in the base member 42 or the movable member 44 . A first pocket may be formed in the base member 42 and a second pocket may be formed in the movable member 44 . In the case where the human powered vehicle assembly includes a plurality of human powered vehicle assemblies, the first cavity and the second cavity may be formed in different human powered vehicle assemblies.

Power supply 90 further includes, for example, first power supply element 26E and second power supply element 28E. The first power supply element 26E is, for example, at least partially housed in the first housing 26A of the first power supply 26 . The first power supply element 26E is electrically connected to the first power supply electrical terminal 26B, for example. The second power supply element 28E is, for example, at least partially housed in the second housing 28A of the second power supply 28 . Second power supply element 28E is, for example, electrically connected to second power supply electrical terminal 28B. The first power supply element 26E and the second power supply element 28E are different in battery capacity, for example. The first power supply element 26E and the second power supply element 28E are, for example, different in shape.

A fourteenth embodiment of the charger 80 and the power supply 90 will now be described with reference to FIGS. 40 to 43 . The charger 80 and power supply 90 of the fourteenth embodiment are the same as the charger 80 and power supply 90 of the first embodiment, except for the first charger joint part 80X, the second charger joint part 80Y, the first housing The structure of the joint part 26D and the second housing joint part 28D. Elements that are the same as corresponding elements in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

As shown in FIG. 40 , the first charger engaging portion 80X and the second charger engaging portion 80Y are structurally different. Charger 80 is constructed with clip 86 to hold the battery. In the charger 80 , the first charger engaging portion 80X and the second charger engaging portion 80Y are each formed into a clip 86 . The first charger engaging portion 80X and the second charger engaging portion 80Y each include a rail.

The direction in which the first charger engaging portion 80X and the second charger engaging portion 80Y extend is parallel to the direction orthogonal to the direction in which the charger electrical terminal 80B faces. The first charger engaging portion 80X is positioned closer to the charger electrical terminal 80B than the second charger engaging portion 80Y in the direction in which the charger electrical terminal 80B faces.

As shown in FIG. 41 , the first housing engaging portion 26D of this embodiment is a track extending orthogonally to the direction in which the first terminal 26C faces. The engagement of the first charger engagement portion 80X with the first housing engagement portion 26D causes the charger electrical terminal 80B to contact the first terminal 26C.

As shown in FIG. 42 , the second housing engaging portion 28D of this embodiment is a track extending orthogonally to the direction in which the second terminal 28C faces. The engagement of the second charger engagement portion 80Y with the second housing engagement portion 28D causes the charger electrical terminal 80B to contact the second terminal 28C.

As shown in FIG. 43 , the third housing engaging portion 34D of this embodiment is a track extending orthogonally to the direction in which the third terminal 34C faces. The engagement of the first charger engagement portion 80X with the third housing engagement portion 34D causes the charger electrical terminal 80B to contact the third terminal 34C.

A fifteenth embodiment of the component system 20 will be described with reference to Figures 44 and 45. The component system 20 of the fifteenth embodiment is the same as the component system 20 of the twelfth embodiment, except for the structures of the first component 22 , the second component 24 , the first power supply 26 , and the second power supply 28 . The same elements as corresponding elements in the first and twelfth embodiments are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

In this embodiment, the first power supply 26 is configured to be attached to the first component 22 and not configured to be attached to the second component 24 . In this embodiment, the second power supply 28 is configured to be attached to the second component 24 and not configured to be attached to the first component 22 . The first power supply 26 is not interchangeable with the second power supply 28 . In the example, first power supply 26 is non-interchangeably attached to first component 22 . The second power source 28 is non-interchangeably attached to the second component 24 . In the example, the first attachment engagement portion 22C is not engageable with the second housing engagement portion 28D. The second attachment engaging portion 24C is not engageable with the first housing engaging portion 26D. As an example, the first attachment portion 22B does not correspond to the second housing shape. The second attachment portion 24B does not correspond to the first housing shape. Failure of the first attachment portion 22B to correspond to the second housing shape includes, for example, situations where at least one of the size and shape of the first attachment portion 22B does not allow attachment of the second power supply 28 . The second attachment portion 24B not corresponding to the first housing shape includes, for example, situations where at least one of the size and shape of the second attachment portion 24B does not allow attachment of the first power supply 26 .

In this embodiment, the first attachment portion 22B includes two first attachment portion engaging portions 22C of the twelfth embodiment. In the example, one of the two first attachment portion engaging portions 22C is rotatable about the first attachment portion rotation axis AA1 in the same manner as the first attachment portion engaging portion 22C of the twelfth embodiment. Attached to first component 22. In the example, the other of the two first attachment engagement portions 22C is rotatably attached to the first component 22 about a fourth attachment rotation axis AA4. The two first attachment portion engaging portions 22C sandwich the first power supply 26 so that the first power supply 26 is disposed on the first attachment portion 22B.

In this embodiment, the second attachment portion 24B includes two second attachment portion engaging portions 24C of the twelfth embodiment. In the example, one of the two second attachment portion engaging portions 24C is rotatable about the second attachment portion rotation axis AA2 in the same manner as the second attachment portion engaging portion 24C of the twelfth embodiment. Attached to second component 24. In the example, the other of the two second attachment engagement portions 24C is rotatably attached to the second component 24 about the fifth attachment rotation axis AA5. The two second attachment portion engagement portions 24C sandwich the second power supply 28 so that the second power supply 28 is disposed on the second attachment portion 24B.

In this example, the first housing engaging portion 26D includes two first protrusions 26F corresponding to the two first attachment engaging portions 22C. In this example, the second housing engaging portion 28D includes two second protrusions 28F corresponding to the two second attachment portion engaging portions 24C.

In this embodiment, the first attachment portion 22B of the first component 22 corresponds to the size of the first power supply 26 . The second attachment portion 24B of the second assembly 24 corresponds to the dimensions of the second power supply 28 . In the example, the first attachment portion 22B of the first component 22 and the second attachment portion 24B of the second component 24 are dimensionally different from each other. Thus, first power supply 26 is configured to be attached to first component 22 and not to be attached to second component 24 , while second power supply 28 is configured to be attached to second component 24 and not to be attached to first component 24 . Component 22. The first power supply 26 is not interchangeable with the second power supply 28 .

In the example, the first attachment portion 22B of the first component 22 is larger than the second attachment portion 24B of the second component 24 . As an example, the first attachment portion 22B of the first component 22 may be smaller than the second attachment portion 24B of the second component 24 . In an example, the size of the first power supply 26 is set according to the power consumption of the first component 22 , and the first attachment portion 22B is set according to the size of the first power supply 26 . In an example, the size of the second power supply 28 is set according to the power consumption of the second component 24 , and the size of the second attachment portion 24B is set according to the size of the second power supply 28 . The first power supply 26 may be sized according to the shape of the first component 22 , and the second power supply 28 may be sized according to the shape of the second component 24 .

As an example, the first attachment engaging portion 22C of the first component 22 is sized differently than the second attachment engaging portion 24C of the second component 24 . In the example, the first attachment engaging portion 22C is larger than the second attachment engaging portion 24C. The first dimension X1 of the first attachment engaging portion 22C is different than the second dimension X2 of the second attachment engaging portion 24C. In the example, the first dimension X1 is smaller than the second dimension X2. An example of the first dimension X1 is the dimension of the first attachment engagement portion 22C from the first attachment rotation axis AA1 to the first attachment end piece 22E. In the example, the dimension of the first attachment engagement portion 22C from the fourth attachment rotation axis AA4 to the first attachment end piece 22E is equal to the first dimension X1. An example of the second dimension X2 is the dimension of the second attachment engagement portion 24C from the second attachment rotation axis AA2 to the second attachment end piece 24E. In the example, the dimension of the second attachment engagement portion 24C from the fifth attachment rotation axis AA5 to the second attachment end piece 24E is equal to the second dimension X2. In the case where the first size The dimension from the contact surface of the second component 24 to the end of the second protrusion 28 .

In the example, the third dimension X3 of the first attachment engaging portion 22C is different than the fourth dimension X4 of the second attachment engaging portion 24C. In the example, the third dimension X3 is larger than the fourth dimension X4. An example of the third dimension X3 is the dimension of the first attachment engagement portion 22C from the first attachment rotation axis AA1 to the fourth attachment rotation axis AA4. An example of the fourth dimension X4 is the dimension of the second attachment engagement portion 24C from the second attachment rotation axis AA2 to the fifth attachment rotation axis AA5. As an example, the size of the first attachment portion 22B corresponds to the first size X1 and the third size X3. As an example, the size of the second attachment portion 24B corresponds to the second size X2 and the fourth size X4.

In the example where the first dimension X1 is different from the second dimension X2 and the third dimension X3 is different from the fourth dimension X4, the second attachment portion 24B does not correspond to the first housing shape of the first power supply 26 . Since the second attachment portion 24B does not correspond to the first housing shape, the first power supply 26 cannot be attached to the second component 24 . In the example where the first dimension X1 is different from the second dimension X2 and the third dimension X3 is different from the fourth dimension X4, the first attachment portion 22B does not correspond to the second housing shape of the second power supply 28 . Since the first attachment portion 22B does not correspond to the second housing shape, the second power supply 28 cannot be attached to the first component 22 .

In the example, the first attachment portion 22B is configured not to be attached to the second housing 28A of the second power supply 28 . In the example, the second attachment portion 24B is configured not to be attached to the first housing 26A of the first power supply 26 . In the example where the first attachment portion 22B is sized differently than the second attachment portion 24B, the first attachment portion 22B is configured not to retain the second power supply 28 and the second power supply 28 has a corresponding Second shell shape of 24B. In the example where the first attachment portion 22B is sized differently than the second attachment portion 24B, the second attachment portion 24B is configured not to retain the first power supply 26 which has a corresponding The first shell shape of 22B.

In the case where the first dimension X1 is smaller than the second dimension X2 and the third dimension X3 is larger than the fourth dimension X4, when trying to attach the second power supply 28 to the first component 22, the first attachment portion engaging portion 22C of the two first An attachment end piece 22E is unable to respectively engage the two second protrusions 28F of the second housing engaging portion 28D. Since the two first attachment engaging portions 22C do not correspond to the second housing engaging portion 28D, the second power supply 28 cannot be attached to the first component 22 . In the case where the first dimension X1 is smaller than the second dimension X2 and the third dimension X3 is larger than the fourth dimension X4, when trying to attach the first power supply 26 to the second component 24, the second attachment portions of the two second attachment portions 24C are The two attachment end pieces 24E are respectively unable to engage with the two first protrusions 26F of the first housing engaging portion 26D. Because the second attachment engagement portion 24C does not correspond to the first housing engagement portion 26D, the first power supply 26 cannot be attached to the second assembly 24 .

In this embodiment, the first housing engaging portion 26D is non-interchangeably engaged with the first attachment portion engaging portion 22C. The two first protrusions 26F of the first housing joint portion 26D are formed according to the first dimension X1 and the third dimension X3. Therefore, the first power source 26 is non-interchangeably attached to the first component 22 . The first power source 26 is configured not to be attached to any component other than the first component 22 provided on the human-powered vehicle 10 . Any components provided on the human-powered vehicle 10 other than the first component 22 include, for example, the second component 24 and the third component 36 . In this embodiment, the second housing engaging portion 28D is non-interchangeably engaged with the second attachment portion engaging portion 24C. The two second protrusions 28F of the second housing joint portion 28D are formed according to the second dimension X2 and the fourth dimension X4. Therefore, the second power supply 28 is not interchangeably attached to the second component 24 . The second power source 28 is configured not to be attached to any component provided on the human-powered vehicle 10 that is not the second component 24 . Any component provided on the human-powered vehicle 10 other than the second component 24 includes, for example, the first component 22 and the third component 36 .

In the example, the first power supply 26 is configured to be attached to the first component 22 and is configured not to be attached to the second component 24 and the second power supply 28 is configured to be attached to the second component 24 and is configured not to be attached to the first component 24 . The structure of assembly 22 may be obtained by the difference in shape between first attachment portion 22B and second attachment portion 24B. As long as the first power supply 26 is configured to be attached to the first component 22 and is configured not to be attached to the second component 24 and the second power supply 28 is configured to be attached to the second component 24 and is configured not to be attached to the first component 22 The structure can be obtained by the difference in shape between the first attachment portion 22B and the second attachment portion 24B, then the first attachment portion 22B can be equal in size to the second attachment portion 24B.

A sixteenth embodiment of the component system 20 will be described with reference to Figures 46 and 47. The component system 20 of the sixteenth embodiment is the same as the component system 20 of the fifteenth embodiment, except for the structures of the second component 24 and the second power supply 28 . The same elements as corresponding elements of the fifteenth embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

In this embodiment, the first power supply 26 is attached to the first component 22 through the same attachment structure as in the fifteenth embodiment. The second power supply 28 is attached to the second component 24 through a different attachment structure than that of the fifth embodiment. In the component system 20 of this embodiment, due to the difference in attachment structure between the first component 22 and the second component 24 , the first power supply 26 is configured to be attached to the first component 22 and is configured not to be attached to the second component 22 . assembly 24 , while the second power supply 28 is configured to be attached to the second assembly 24 and is not configured to be attached to the first assembly 22 .

In this embodiment, for example, the second attachment engagement portion 24C is configured not to rotate relative to the second component 24 . In the example, the second power supply 28 is configured to slide on the second component 24 in the sliding direction Y1 and be attached to the second component 24 . The second attachment engagement portion 24C of the second attachment portion 24B includes, for example, a second assembly rail 24Z. The second assembly rail 24Z extends on the second attachment portion 24B in the sliding direction Y1. The second assembly rail 24Z includes two second assembly rails 24Z. The second component rail 24Z is provided on the second attachment portion 24B, so that the second power supply 28 is installed between the two second component rails 24Z. The second component track 24Z may include one second component track 24Z as long as the second power supply 28 is attachable to the second component 24 .

In this embodiment, the second housing joint portion 28D does not include the second protrusion 28F of the fifteenth embodiment. In this embodiment, the second housing engaging portion 28D of the second power supply 28 includes a second housing track 28X engaging the second component track 24Z. The second housing rail 28X includes, for example, a rail extending in the sliding direction Y1. The second housing rail 28X includes two second housing rails 28X that respectively engage two second assembly rails 24Z. Engagement of the second assembly rail 24Z with the second housing rail 28X engages the second attachment engagement portion 24C with the second housing engagement portion 28D. Engagement of the second attachment engagement portion 24C and the second housing engagement portion 28D attaches the second power source 28 to the second assembly 24 .

In this embodiment, the first attachment portion engaging portion 22C is not engageable with the second housing engaging portion 28D of the second power supply 28 . Therefore, the first attachment portion 22B cannot be attached to the second housing 28A. Therefore, in this embodiment, the first power source 26 cannot be attached to the second component 24 . In this embodiment, the second attachment portion engaging portion 24C is not engageable with the first housing engaging portion 26D of the first power supply 26 . Therefore, the second attachment portion 24B cannot be attached to the first housing 26A. Therefore, in this embodiment, the second power source 28 cannot be attached to the first component 22 . In the attachment structure of this embodiment, the second attachment portion engaging portion 24C may include a second housing rail 28X, and the second housing engaging portion 28D may include a second component rail 24Z. Although the attachment structure of the first component 22 to the first power supply 26 is the same as this embodiment, the attachment structure of the second component 24 to the second power supply 28 may be the same as the fifteenth embodiment.

A seventeenth embodiment of the component system 20 will be described with reference to Figures 48 to 51. The component system 20 of the seventeenth embodiment is the same as the component system 20 of the fifteenth embodiment, except for the structures of the first component 22 , the second component 24 , the first power supply 26 , and the second power supply 28 . The same elements as corresponding elements of the fifteenth embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

In this embodiment, due to the shape difference between the first housing shape and the second housing, the first power supply 26 is configured to be attached to the first component 22 and is configured not to be attached to the second component 24, and the The two power supplies 28 are configured to be attached to the second component 24 and are configured not to be attached to the first component 22 .

As shown in FIG. 48 , the shape of the first housing of the first power supply 26 is determined according to the shape of the link member 60 outside the electric rear derailleur 32 so that the first power supply 26 can be attached to the first attachment portion 22B. As shown in FIG. 49 , the second housing shape of the second power supply 28 is determined according to the shape of the link member 30X outside the electric front derailleur 30 so that the second power supply 28 can be attached to the second attachment portion 24B.

As shown in FIG. 50 , the first attachment portion 22B is provided on the inner surface of the outer link member 60 of the electric rear derailleur 32 . The first power source 26 is attached to the inner surface of the outer linkage member 60 of the electric rear derailleur 32 . The inner surface of the outer link member 60 of the electric rear derailleur 32 is the surface of the outer link member 60 facing the inner link member 62 . As shown in FIG. 51 , the second attachment portion 24B is provided on the inner surface of the outer link member 30X of the electric front derailleur 30 . The second power source 28 is attached to the inner surface of the outer link member 30X of the electric front derailleur 30 . The inner surface of the outer link member 30X of the electric front derailleur 30 is the surface of the outer link member 30X facing the inner link member 30Y.

In this embodiment, the shape of the outer link member 60 of the electric rear derailleur 32 is different from the shape of the outer link member 30X of the electric front derailleur 30 . Therefore, the first attachment portion 22B and the second attachment portion 24B are different in shape. In the example where the electric rear derailleur 32 outer link member 60 is larger than the electric front derailleur 30 outer link member 30X, the first attachment portion 22B is configured to be larger than the second attachment portion 24B. Accordingly, the portion of the first housing 26A attached to the first attachment portion 22B has a larger size than the portion of the second housing 28A attached to the second attachment portion 24B. Therefore, the first power supply 26 is configured not to be attached to the second component 24 and the second power supply 28 is not configured to be attached to the first component 22 .

Combination examples of housing shapes of the power supply suitable for the present embodiment of the component system 20 will now be described with reference to FIGS. 52 to 55 . Power supplies suitable for this embodiment of component system 20 include first power supply 26 and second power supply 28 .

In this embodiment, the first housing shape includes, for example, one of a first shape, a second shape, a third shape, and a fourth shape. For example, the second housing shape includes one of a first shape, a second shape, a third shape, and a fourth shape that is different from the first housing shape. The first shape, the second shape, the third shape, and the fourth shape each include a terminal surface on which three predetermined electrical terminals 94 are disposed. The predetermined electrical terminals 94 correspond to the first power supply electrical terminal 26B of the first power supply 26 and the second power supply electrical terminal 28B of the second power supply 28 . The predetermined electrical terminal 94 has a power supply electrical terminal shape. The predetermined electrical terminals 94 include a plurality of predetermined terminals 94A. The predetermined terminal 94A includes, for example, at least one of a positive terminal for charging, a negative terminal for charging, and a communication terminal for communication. The positive terminal for charging of predetermined terminal 94A corresponds to the positive terminal for charging of first power supply electrical terminal 26B and the positive terminal for charging of second power supply electrical terminal 28B. The negative terminal for charging of predetermined terminal 94A corresponds to the negative terminal for charging of first power supply electrical terminal 26B and the negative terminal for charging of second power supply electrical terminal 28B. The communication terminals used for communication with the predetermined terminal 94A correspond to the communication terminals used for communication with the first power supply electrical terminal 26B and the communication terminals used for communication with the second power supply electrical terminal 28B.

The illustrations of Figures 52-55 show examples of predetermined housing shapes for a predetermined housing 96, corresponding to one of a first shape, a second shape, a third shape, and a fourth shape. The predetermined housings correspond to the first housing 26A and the second housing 28A. The predetermined housing shape corresponds to the first housing shape and the second housing shape. In the case where the predetermined housing 96 corresponds to the first housing 26A, the predetermined housing 96 includes the first housing engaging portion 26D. In the case where the predetermined housing 96 corresponds to the second housing 28A, the predetermined housing 96 includes the second housing engaging portion 28D.

The illustration of Figure 52 shows the predetermined housing 96 having a first shape as the predetermined housing shape. The first shape includes, for example, a square prism with a rectangular terminal surface on which the predetermined electrical terminals 94 are disposed. The illustration of Figure 53 shows the predetermined housing 96 having a second shape as the predetermined housing shape. The second shape includes, for example, a square prism with a rectangular terminal surface on which the predetermined electrical terminals 94 are disposed. The terminal surface of the second shape differs from the terminal surface of the first shape in its position relative to the long and short sides of the power supply electrical terminal shape. The illustration of Figure 54 shows the predetermined housing 96 having a third shape as the predetermined housing shape. The third shape includes, for example, a square prism with a trapezoidal terminal surface on which the predetermined electrical terminals 94 are disposed. The illustration of FIG. 55 shows that the predetermined housing 96 has a fourth shape as the predetermined housing shape. The fourth shape includes, for example, a five-sided prism with a five-sided terminal surface on which the predetermined electrical terminals 94 are disposed. In the first shape, the second shape, the third shape, and the fourth shape, the predetermined electrical terminals 94 may be disposed on the non-bottom terminal surface.

Power supplies suitable for this embodiment of component system 20 may include further power supplies in addition to first power supply 26 and second power supply 28 . In the case where the power supply of the present embodiment applicable to the component system 20 includes a further power supply in addition to the first power supply 26 and the second power supply 28, the housing shape of the further power supply may be different from the first housing shape and the second housing shape. .

The description of the above embodiments exemplifies without any limitation the component system for a human-powered vehicle, the transmission for a human-powered vehicle, the rear transmission for a human-powered vehicle, and the components for and for a human-powered vehicle according to the present invention. Chargers for use with the system, and applicable forms of power supply for human vehicle components. Component system for a human-powered vehicle, a transmission for a human-powered vehicle, a rear transmission for a human-powered vehicle, a charger for use with a component system for a human-powered vehicle, and a component for a human-powered vehicle according to the present invention For example, the power supply may be applied to a combination of modified examples of the embodiments described below and at least two modified examples that do not conflict with each other. In the following modification examples, the same elements as corresponding elements in the above embodiment are given the same reference numerals. Such elements will not be described in detail.

As shown in FIG. 56 , the motor unit 66 may be provided on the movable member 44 . The motor unit 66 uses an electric motor to pivot the inner link member 62 about the second pivot axis PA2 and move the movable member 44 relative to the base member 42 .

The power receiving component 50 may be constructed without the receiving portion 68 . In the case where the power receiving component 50 is configured not to include the receiving portion 68, for example, the structure of the cover member 48 can be changed as long as the movement of the power supply 90 disposed on the power receiving component 50 is restricted.

As shown in FIG. 57 , transmission 40 may include an electric front derailleur 30 . In the case where the transmission 40 includes the electric front derailleur 30, the base member 30A, the movable member 30B, and the linkage assembly 30C refer to the base member 42, the movable member 44, and the linkage assembly 46, respectively. The electric front derailleur 30 includes, for example, a base member 42 , a movable member 44 , and a linkage assembly 46 . The linkage assembly 46 includes, for example, a power receiving component 50 .

As shown in FIG. 58 , the first power supply 26 can be shaped according to the shape of the first component 22 . In FIG. 58 , the first power source 26 is disposed between the outer link member 60 and the inner link member 62 of the rear derailleur 54 .

As shown in FIG. 59 , the second power supply 28 can be shaped according to the shape of the second component 24 . As shown in FIG. 59 , the second power supply 28 is arranged between the outer link member 30X and the inner link member 30Y of the electric front derailleur 30 .

The linkage assembly 46 may be constructed to include only the outer link member 60, and the at least one link pin 64 may be constructed to include only the third and fourth link pins 64C, 64D.

As shown in FIG. 60 , the first power source 26 may be disposed on the base member 32A of the electric rear derailleur 32 . The second power source 28 may be disposed on the base member 30A of the electric front derailleur 30 .

As shown in FIG. 61 , the first power source 26 may be disposed on the movable member 32B of the electric rear derailleur 32 . The second power source 28 may be disposed on the movable member 30B of the electric front derailleur 30 .

In the first to fifth, seventh to eleventh, and thirteenth embodiments, in a state where the cover member 48 is coupled to at least one link member 52, the first end 48X may be configured to be proportional to the second end 48Y. It is configured closer to the damping structure 58 .

The relationship between the power receiving part 50 and the reference line RL may be changed. For example, as viewed in a direction parallel to at least one of the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4, a first area A1 and a second area A2 are defined. As viewed in a direction parallel to at least one of the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4, the first area A1 includes a part of the area divided by the reference line RL. As viewed in a direction parallel to at least one of the third pivot axis PA3 and the fourth pivot axis PA4, the second area A2 includes another part of the area divided by the reference line RL. The power receiving part 50 may include a portion located in the second area A2 and a portion located in the first area A1 that is smaller than the second area A2.

The power receiving component 50 may be formed separately from the outer link member 60 . The power receiving member 50 may be formed, for example, so as to be detachably attached to a recess of the outer link member 60 .

Power receiving component 50 may include a different material than outer link member 60 . In the case where the outer link member 60 is formed of a metal member, the power receiving part 50 may include a resin member.

As shown in FIG. 33 , in the first to ninth, twelfth, and thirteenth embodiments, the connecting rod assembly 46 may include at least one connecting rod pin 64 to pivotally attach the connecting rod assembly 46 Attached to one of the movable member 44 and the base member 42. The electrical port 72 can be configured on the connecting rod assembly 46 . In this modified example, the electrical port 72 may be disposed on the linkage assembly 46 and the cable receiving opening axis CA may be tilted relative to the axis of the at least one linkage pin 64 . The electrical port 72 may be disposed on the side of the outer link member 60 such that the cable receiving opening axis CA is orthogonal to the axis of the at least one link pin 64 . The electrical port 72 may be disposed on an upwardly facing surface of the outer link member 60 such that the cable receiving opening axis CA is tilted relative to the axis of the at least one link pin 64 . The electrical port 72 may be disposed on a downwardly facing surface of the outer link member 60 such that the cable receiving opening axis CA is tilted relative to the axis of the at least one link pin 64 .

As shown in Figures 62 and 63, the damping structure 58 may include a fluid damper configured to apply fluid resistance to the pulley assembly 56 when the pulley assembly 56 rotates in the second direction of rotation R2. The fluid is oil, for example. The damping structure 58 is, for example, a hydraulic damper. Where the damping structure 58 is constructed to exert fluid resistance, component wear is limited. This is good for warranty.

As shown in Figures 9 and 62, the damping structure 58 includes a piston 92A, a piston support 92B, a rotating shaft 54X, and a housing 92C. Piston 92A is supported by piston support 92B. Housing 92C includes fluid chamber 92D and protrusion 92E. Rotary shaft 54X includes a hole 92F through which piston 92A is inserted, a semicircular portion 92G that contacts protrusion 92E of housing 92C, and a hole 92H through which fluid flows. The semicircular portion 92G has a smooth surface. The protrusion 92E moves smoothly on the circumference of the semicircular portion 92G.

Housing 92C is connected to movable member 44. Rotary shaft 54X is connected to pulley assembly 56. The rotation shaft 54X and the pulley assembly 56 rotate integrally around the rotation axis RA2.

With pulley assembly 56 rotating relative to movable member 44 in second rotational direction R2, fluid in fluid chamber 92D moves piston 92A in the direction in which the flange of piston 92A closes hole 92H. The flange of piston 92A restricts fluid movement through hole 92H. When hole 92H is closed by the flange of piston 92A, fluid moves through the gap between semicircular portion 92G and protrusion 92E. Fluid resistance resists movement of pulley assembly 56.

As shown in FIG. 63 , when the pulley assembly 56 moves relative to the movable member 44 in the opposite direction of the pulley assembly 56 (ie, the first rotation direction R1 ), the fluid in the fluid chamber 92D causes the piston 92A to move in the piston direction. The flange 92A moves upward in the direction of opening hole 92H. This allows fluid to move through hole 92H, thereby reducing fluid resistance to the movement of pulley assembly 56. As a result, the pulley assembly 56 moves easily in the first rotation direction R1.

Cover member 48 may be pivotally attached to and slidable on outer link member 60 . The cover member 48 may be configured to slide over the outer link member 60 and switch between a pivot-allowed state and a pivot-restricted state. For example, in the cover-attached state, the cover member 48 is configured to house the pivot mechanism 40X in a recess of the outer link member 60 so that the pivot mechanism 40X is not functional. When switching from the cover attached state to the cover detached state, the cover member 48 is configured to slide causing the pivot mechanism 40X to protrude from the recessed portion of the outer link member 60 . Cover member 48 is configured to rotate about pivot axis 40XA when pivot mechanism 40X protrudes from the recess of outer link member 60 .

As shown in FIG. 15 , the electrical port 72 may be disposed on the base member 42 . The electrical port 72 of the base member 42 is, for example, used for at least one of charging the power source 90 , wired communication with components 14 other than the transmission 40 , and wired communication with the external device 106 . The electrical port 72 of the base member 42 is, for example, used to charge at least the power supply 90 . For example, when the power supply 90 configured on the power receiving component 50 is a rechargeable battery, the power port 72 of the base member 42 is used to charge the power supply 90 configured on the power receiving component 50 . The electrical port 72 of the base member 42 may be configured to supply power from a power source other than that configured on the assembly 14 of the transmission 40 . The electrical port 72 on the base member 42 is configured, for example, to supply power to the motor unit 66 from a power source other than that configured on the assembly 14 of the transmission 40 . In the event that the power source 90 is not disposed on the power receiving component 50 , the electrical port 72 of the base member 42 may be configured to supply power to the motor unit 66 from a power source disposed on the assembly 14 of the transmission 40 . In the event that the voltage of the power supply 90 is less than or equal to a predetermined value, the electrical port 72 on the base member 42 may be configured to supply power to the motor unit 66 from a power source other than that configured on the assembly 14 of the transmission 40 .

The first charger engaging portion 80X may be the charger engaging portion 80C of the first embodiment, and the second charger engaging portion 80Y may be the charger engaging portion 80C of the twelfth embodiment. The first charger engaging portion 80X may be the charger engaging portion 80C of the twelfth embodiment, and the second charger engaging portion 80Y may be the charger engaging portion 80C of the first embodiment.

As shown in FIGS. 64 to 67 , the charger 80 may be constructed to include a charger engaging portion 80C, the first housing 26A of the first power supply 26 , the second housing 28A of the second power supply 28 , and the third power supply 34 The third housing 34A is engaged. As shown in Figure 64, charger engagement portion 80C includes charger rail 80F.

The positional relationship between the charger track 80F of the charger engaging portion 80C and the charger electrical terminal 80B is the same as the positional relationship between the track of the first housing engaging portion 26D and the first power supply electrical terminal 26B of the first power supply 26 set in a way. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 65 , the first housing 26A is engaged with the charger 80 .

The positional relationship between the track of the second housing engaging portion 28D and the second power supply electrical terminal 28B of the second power supply 28 is the same as that of the track of the first housing engaging portion 26D and the first power supply electrical terminal of the first power supply 26 26B is set based on the positional relationship between them. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 66 , the second housing 28A is engaged with the charger 80 .

The positional relationship between the track of the third housing engaging portion 34D and the third power supply electrical terminal 34B of the third power supply 34 is the same as that of the track of the first housing engaging portion 26D and the first power supply electrical terminal of the first power supply 26 26B is set based on the positional relationship between them. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 67 , the third housing 34A is engaged with the charger 80 .

In the twelfth embodiment, the charger engaging portion 80C may, for example, engage with the first housing 26A by a mechanism different from that of the first attachment portion engaging portion 22C, and by engaging with the second attachment portion. The mechanism of portion 24C engages the second housing 28A. The first attachment engaging portion 22C of the first assembly 22 may, for example, include a first rail 22D and a first attachment end piece 22E. The second attachment engaging portion 24C of the second assembly 24 may, for example, include a second rail 24D and a second attachment end piece 24E.

As shown in FIG. 68 , in the twelfth embodiment, the power receiving part 50 may be disposed on the side of the base member 42 . Power supply 90 is attached to the side of base member 42 .

As shown in FIG. 69 , in the twelfth embodiment, the power receiving part 50 may be disposed on the side of the movable member 44 . A power source 90 is attached to the side of the movable member 44 .

As shown in FIG. 70 , in the twelfth embodiment, the power receiving component 50 may be disposed on the side of the link group assembly 46 so as to be located between the link group assembly 46 and the human-powered vehicle 10 . The power source 90 is attached to the side of the link member 62 within the link group assembly 46 .

As shown in FIG. 71 , in the twelfth embodiment, the first attachment portion engaging portion 22C may include a plurality of first attachment portion engaging portions 22C. For example, two first attachment engagement portions 22C are rotatably attached to the first component 22 . The two first attachment portion engagement portions 22C sandwich the first power supply 26 so that the first power supply 26 is disposed on the first attachment portion 22B.

As shown in FIG. 72 , in the twelfth embodiment, the second attachment portion engaging portion 24C may include a plurality of second attachment portion engaging portions 24C. For example, two second attachment engagement portions 24C are rotatably attached to the second assembly 24 . The two second attachment portion engagement portions 24C sandwich the second power supply 28 so that the second power supply 28 is disposed on the second attachment portion 24B.

As shown in FIG. 73 , in the twelfth embodiment, the charger joint portion 80C may include a plurality of charger joint portions 80C. Two charger engagement portions 80C are, for example, rotatably attached to the charger 80 . The two charger engaging portions 80C clamp the first power supply 26 or the second power supply 28 to hold the first power supply 26 or the second power supply 28.

In the thirteenth embodiment, for example, the battery capacity of the first power component 26E may be the same as the battery capacity of the second power component 28E.

In the seventeenth embodiment, the first power source 26 may be provided on the inner surface of the inner link member 62 of the electric rear derailleur 32 . The inner surface of inner link member 62 is the surface of inner link member 62 that faces outer link member 60 . Alternatively, the second power source 28 may be provided on the inner surface of the link member 30Y within the electric front derailleur 30 . The inner surface of the inner link member 30Y is the surface of the inner link member 30Y facing the outer link member 30X.

In this specification, the term "at least one of" as used in the present invention means "one or more" to be selected. For example, as used in the present invention, the term "at least one of..." means that if the number of choices is two, then "only one choice" or "both of two choices" choices). As another example, the term "at least one of" as used in this invention means "only one single choice" or "equal to or greater than two" if the number of choices is equal to or greater than three. any combination of equal to or more than two choices.

10: Human-powered vehicles 10F: Frame 10S: sprocket mechanism 12:Chain 14:Components 14A:Front derailleur 14B: Drive unit 14C: Electric suspension 14D: Electrically adjustable seat post 14E: Electric brake 14F:Transmission 20:Component system 22:First component 22A: First component electrical terminal 22B: First attachment part 22C: First attachment portion engaging portion 22D: First track 22E: First attachment end piece 22X: first component concave part 22Y: First component terminal 24:Second component 24A: Second component electrical terminal 24B: Second attachment part 24C: Second attachment portion engaging portion 24D: Second track 24E: Second attachment end piece 24X: Second component concave part 24Y: Second component terminal 24Z: Second component track 26:First power supply 26A:First shell 26B: First power supply electrical terminal 26C: First terminal 26D: First shell joint part 26E: First power component 26F: First convex part 28:Second power supply 28A: Second housing 28B: Second power supply electrical terminal 28C: Second terminal 28D: Second housing joint part 28E: Second power component 28F: Second convex part 28X: Second shell track 30:Electric front derailleur 30A: Base component 30B: Movable components 30C: Connecting rod assembly 30X: Outer link component 30Y: Inner connecting rod component 32:Electric rear derailleur 32A: Base component 32B: Movable components 32C: Connecting rod assembly 34:Third power supply 34A:Third shell 34B: Third power supply electrical terminal 34C: Third terminal 34D: Third shell joint part 36:Third component 40:Transmission 40X: Pivot mechanism 40XA: Pivot shaft 40Y:Seals 42: Base component 42A: Base member first connection section 42B: Base member second connection section 42X: Base member attachment part 44: Movable components 44A: first connection section of movable member 44B: Second connection section of movable member 46: Connecting rod assembly 48: Covering components 48A: First power contact surface 48B: Second power contact surface 48C: Power non-contact surface 48X: first end 48Y:Second end 50:Power receiving part 50A:Open part 50B:Power holder 52: Connecting rod components 54:Rear derailleur 54X: Rotating shaft 54Y: biasing component 56: Pulley assembly 56A:Inner panels 56B:Outer panels 56C: Guide pulley 56D: Tension pulley 58: Damping structure 58A: One-way clutch 58B: Resistance applying member 58C: Operation part 58D:Adjustment screw 58E: Actuator 58X: Damper cable 58Y: Damper cable 60:Outer connecting rod component 60A: First end of outer connecting rod 60B: Second end of outer connecting rod 60X: first end 60Y: second end 62:Inner connecting rod component 62A: First end part of inner connecting rod 62B: The second end part of the inner connecting rod 62X: first end 62Y:Second end 64: Connecting rod pin 64A: First connecting rod pin 64B: Second connecting rod pin 64C: Third connecting rod pin 64D: Fourth connecting rod pin 66: Motor unit 66A: Additional cable 66B: Electrical terminal 66X:Controller 68: Accommodation part 68A: Facing the open part surface 70:Connection terminal 72:Electric port 72A: Cover 72B: Cable receiving part 72C: Cable receiving opening 72D: Power receiving part 80:Charger 80A:Charger socket 80B:Charger electrical terminal 80C: Charger joint part 80D: Charger terminal surface 80E: Charger joint end part 80F: Charger Track 80X: First charger joint part 80Y: Second charger joint part 82: The held part 84A: First charging part 84B: Second charging part 84C: The third charging part 84D: The fourth charging part 86:Clip 90:Power supply 92A:Piston 92B: Piston support 92C: Shell 92D: Fluid chamber 92E:Protrusion 92F: hole 92G: Semicircular part 92H:Hole 94: Predetermined electrical terminals 94A: Predetermined terminal 96: Predetermined housing 100:External power supply 102:Cable wire 104:Cable wire A1: The first area A2:Second area AA1: first attachment rotation axis AA2: Second attachment rotation axis AA3: Third attachment rotation axis AA4: Fourth attachment rotation axis AA5: Fifth attachment rotation axis BA: attachment pivot axis CA: Cable receiving opening axis CS: axial center plane D1: first direction D2: second direction PA1: first pivot axis PA2: Second pivot axis PA3: Third pivot axis PA4: The fourth pivot axis R1: first rotation direction R2: Second rotation direction R3: The third direction of rotation R4: The fourth direction of rotation R5: The fifth direction of rotation RA1: axis of rotation RA2: axis of rotation RL: baseline SA:Rongxue SP: shift position SP1: Outermost shift position SP1X: first position SP2: Innermost shift position SP2X: Second position SP3: Minimum sprocket position SP4: Maximum sprocket position X1: first size X2: Second size X3: The third size X4: The fourth size Y1: sliding direction

A more complete appreciation of the present invention and the many advantages achieved therewith will readily be obtained as they become better understood by reference to the following detailed description when considered with respect to the accompanying drawings, in which: [Fig. 1] is a block diagram showing the architecture of the first embodiment of the human-powered vehicle assembly; [Figure 2] is a block diagram showing the electrical architecture of the human-powered vehicle component shown in Figure 1; [Fig. 3] is a perspective view of the first power supply shown in Fig. 1; [Fig. 4] is a schematic illustration of the first component shown in Fig. 1; [Fig. 5] is a perspective view of the second power supply shown in Fig. 1; [Fig. 6] is a schematic illustration of the second component shown in Fig. 1; [Fig. 7] is a perspective view of the third power supply shown in Fig. 1; [Fig. 8] is a schematic illustration of a charger used with the component system for a human-powered vehicle shown in Fig. 1; [Fig. 9] is a side view of the human-powered vehicle transmission, the human-powered vehicle frame, the chain, and the sprocket mechanism included in the first component of the component system for the human-powered vehicle shown in Figure 1; [Fig. 10] is a plan view of the human-powered vehicle transmission, the human-powered vehicle frame, the chain, and the sprocket mechanism corresponding to the first assembly shown in Fig. 1, viewed from the direction of the base member toward the movable member; [Fig. 11] is a schematic illustration of the damping structure shown in Fig. 9; [Fig. 12] is a first partial plan view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 9; [Fig. 13] is a first partial side view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 9; [Fig. 14] is a second partial plan view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 9; [Fig. 15] is a second partial side view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 9; [Fig. 16] is a cross-sectional view of the portion of the outer link member and the power supply shown in Fig. 9 in a cover-attached state; [Fig. 17] is a cross-sectional view of the portion of the outer link member and the power supply shown in Fig. 9 in a cover-detached state; [Fig. 18] is a partial plan view showing the second embodiment of the transmission for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 19] is a partial side view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 18 in a covered and attached state; [Fig. 20] is a partial side view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 18 in the cover-disengaged state; [Fig. 21] is a partial plan view showing the third embodiment of the human-powered vehicle transmission in a cover-attached state; [Fig. 22] is a side view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 21; [Fig. 23] is a partial side view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 21 in the cover-disengaged state; [Fig. 24] is a partial plan view showing the fourth embodiment of the human-powered vehicle transmission in a cover-attached state; [Fig. 25] is a partial side view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 24 in the cover-disengaged state; [Fig. 26] is a partial plan view showing the fifth embodiment of the transmission for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 27] is a partial plan view showing the sixth embodiment of the transmission for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 28] is a partial side view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 27; [Fig. 29] is a partial side view showing the seventh embodiment of the manual vehicle transmission; [Fig. 30] is a block diagram showing the electrical architecture of the eighth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 31] is a block diagram showing the electrical architecture of a human-powered vehicle transmission of a ninth embodiment of a component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 32] is a partial side view showing the tenth embodiment of the transmission for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 33] is a partial side view showing the eleventh embodiment of the transmission for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 34] is a partial plan view of a human-powered vehicle transmission according to the twelfth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 35] is a cross-sectional view of the first power supply and the first component of the component system of the twelfth embodiment for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 36] is a cross-sectional view of the second power source and part of the second component of the twelfth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 37] is a schematic illustration of the first power supply and charger of the twelfth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 38] is a block diagram showing the electrical architecture of a human-powered vehicle transmission of a thirteenth embodiment of a component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 39] is a partial side view of the human-powered vehicle transmission shown in Fig. 38; [Fig. 40] is a perspective view of a charger used with the fourteenth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 41] is a perspective view of the first power supply included in the fourteenth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 42] is a perspective view of the second power supply included in the fourteenth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 43] is a perspective view of the third power supply included in the fourteenth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 44] is a partial cross-sectional view of the first power supply and the first component of the fifteenth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 45] is a partial cross-sectional view of the second power supply and the second component of the fifteenth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 46] is a partial side view of the second power supply and the second component of the sixteenth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 47] is a partial plan view of the second power supply and the second component of the sixteenth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 48] is a side view of the rear transmission of a human-powered vehicle according to the seventeenth embodiment of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 49] is a side view of the front transmission of a human-powered vehicle according to the seventeenth embodiment of the assembly system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 50] is a plan view showing a rear transmission of a human-powered vehicle that is part of the component system for the human-powered vehicle shown in Fig. 48; [Fig. 51] is a plan view showing a front transmission of a human-powered vehicle as part of the component system for the human-powered vehicle shown in Fig. 49; [Fig. 52] is a schematic illustration showing a first example of the housing shape of the seventeenth embodiment; [Fig. 53] is a schematic illustration showing a second example of the housing shape of the seventeenth embodiment; [Fig. 54] is a schematic illustration showing a third example of the housing shape of the seventeenth embodiment; [Fig. 55] is a schematic illustration showing a fourth example of the housing shape of the seventeenth embodiment; [Fig. 56] is a partial plan view of a human-powered vehicle transmission of a first modified example of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 57] is a side view of an electric front derailleur included in the second component of the second modified example of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 58] is a partial plan view of a human-powered vehicle transmission of a third modified example of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 59] is a plan view of an electric front derailleur included in the second component of the fourth modified example of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 60] is a first example of a block diagram showing the electrical architecture of a fifth modified example of a component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 61] is a second example of a block diagram showing the electrical architecture of a sixth modified example of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 62] is a cross-sectional view showing the damping structure of the fluid damper including the seventh modified example; [Fig. 63] is a cross-sectional view of the damping structure shown in Fig. 62, which is in a state where the rotating shaft rotates in a certain rotation direction; [Fig. 64] is a schematic illustration of a charger for use with an eighth modified example of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 65] is a schematic illustration of the charger shown in Fig. 64 being inserted into the first power source; [Fig. 66] is a schematic illustration of the charger shown in Fig. 64 being plugged into a second power source; [Fig. 67] is a schematic illustration of the charger shown in Fig. 64 being inserted into a third power source; [Fig. 68] is a partial plan view of a human-powered vehicle transmission of a ninth modified example of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 69] is a partial plan view of a human-powered vehicle transmission of a tenth modified example of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 70] is a partial plan view of a human-powered vehicle transmission of an eleventh modified example of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 71] is a cross-sectional view of a first power supply and a first component of a portion of a twelfth modified example of a component system for a human-powered vehicle; [Fig. 72] is a cross-sectional view of the second power source and the second component of the portion of the twelfth modified example of the component system for a human-powered vehicle; and [Fig. 73] is a schematic illustration of a first power supply and a charger of a twelfth modified example of a component system for a human-powered vehicle.

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Claims (35)

A component system for human-powered vehicles, which component system includes: The first component includes an electrically adjustable seat post, an electric front suspension, an electric rear suspension, an electric front brake, an electric rear brake, an electric shift lever, an electric brake lever, an electric front derailleur, and an electric rear derailleur. one; The second component includes the electric adjustable seat post, the electric front suspension, the electric rear suspension, the electric front brake, the electric rear brake, the electric shift lever, the electric brake lever, the electric front a derailleur, and the other of the electric rear derailleur; a first power supply configured for use with the first assembly, the first power supply including a first housing having a first housing shape and a first power supply electrical terminal having a first power supply electrical terminal shape; and a second power supply configured for use with the second assembly, the second power supply including a second housing having a second housing shape and a second power supply electrical terminal having a second power supply electrical terminal shape; The first housing shape is different from the second housing shape; and The shape of the first power supply electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the second power supply electrical terminal. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The first component includes a first component electrical terminal having a first component electrical terminal shape; The second component includes a second component electrical terminal having a second component electrical terminal shape; The first component electrical terminal shape corresponds to the first power supply electrical terminal shape; and The second component electrical terminal shape corresponds to the second power supply electrical terminal shape. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 2, wherein: The shape of the electrical terminal of the first component is the same as the shape of the electrical terminal of the second component. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 2, wherein: The first power electrical terminal includes a plurality of first terminals; The second power supply electrical terminal includes a plurality of second terminals; and The first terminal of the first power supply is configured to be the same as the second terminal of the second power supply. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to any one of claims 2 to 4, wherein: The shape of the first component electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the first power supply electrical terminal; and The shape of the second component electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the second power supply electrical terminal. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein: The first component includes a first attachment portion attachable to the first power source; The second assembly includes a second attachment portion attachable to the second power source; The first attachment portion corresponds to the first housing shape; and The second attachment portion corresponds to the second housing shape. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 6, wherein: The first attachment portion is different in shape from the second attachment portion. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 6, wherein: The first attachment portion includes a first attachment portion engaging portion; the second attachment portion includes a second attachment portion engaging portion; The first housing includes a first housing engaging portion; the second housing includes a second housing engaging portion; The first attachment engaging portion is engageable with the first housing engaging portion; and The second attachment engaging portion is engageable with the second housing engaging portion. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 8, wherein: The first attachment engaging portion includes a first track configured to slide over and engage the first housing engaging portion. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 8, wherein: The first attachment engaging portion is rotatably attached to the first component; and The first housing engaging portion includes a first protrusion engageable with the first attachment portion engaging portion. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 9, wherein: The second attachment engaging portion includes a second track configured to slide over and engage the second housing engaging portion. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 9, wherein: The second attachment engagement portion is rotatably attached to the second component; and The second housing engaging portion includes a second protrusion engageable with the second attachment portion engaging portion. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 8, wherein: The first attachment engaging portion is not engageable with the second housing engaging portion; and The second attachment engagement portion is not engageable with the first housing engagement portion. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 6, wherein: The first attachment portion does not correspond to the second housing shape; and The second attachment portion does not correspond to the first housing shape. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein: The first component includes the electric rear derailleur. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 15, wherein: The electric rear derailleur includes: a base member attachable to a frame of the human-powered vehicle; a movable member movably configured relative to the base member; and a linkage assembly that connects the movable member connected to the base member; and The first power supply is configured on the connecting rod assembly of the electric rear transmission. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein: The second assembly includes the electric front derailleur. A component system for a human powered vehicle according to claim 17, wherein: The electric front derailleur includes: a base member attachable to a frame of the human-powered vehicle; a movable member movably configured relative to the base member; and a linkage assembly that connects the movable member connected to the base member; and The second power supply is configured on the connecting rod assembly of the electric front transmission. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 4, further comprising: A third power source configured for use in a third assembly, the third assembly including the electrically adjustable seat post, the electric front suspension, and the electric rear suspension that are different from the first assembly and the second assembly. , one of the electric front brake, the electric rear brake, the electric shift lever, the electric brake lever, the electric front derailleur, and the electric rear derailleur, the third power supply includes a third housing shape a housing and a third power electrical terminal having a third power electrical terminal shape; The third housing shape is different from at least one of the first housing shape and the second housing shape; and The third power supply electrical terminal shape is the same as each of the first power supply electrical terminal shape and the second power supply electrical terminal shape. A component system for a human-powered vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein: the first power supply is configured to be attached to the first component and configured not to be attached to the second component; The second power supply is configured to be attached to the second component and not configured to be attached to the first component. A component system for a human powered vehicle according to claim 20, wherein: The first power source is non-interchangeably attached to the first component; and The second power supply is non-interchangeably attached to the second component. A charger for use with a component system for a human-powered vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 21, the charger comprising: The charger electrical terminal corresponds to the first power supply electrical terminal shape and the second power supply electrical terminal shape. A charger for use with a component system for a human-powered vehicle according to any one of claims 2 to 5, the charger comprising: A charger electrical terminal corresponding to the first power supply electrical terminal shape and the second power supply electrical terminal shape, wherein: The charger electrical terminal includes a charger electrical terminal shape, and The shape of the electrical terminal of the charger is the same as the shape of the electrical terminal of the first component and the shape of the electrical terminal of the second component. A charger for use with a component system for a human powered vehicle according to claim 22 or 23, further comprising: a first charger engaging portion engageable with the first housing; and A second charger engaging portion engageable with the second housing. A charger for use with a component system for a human powered vehicle according to claim 24, wherein: The first charger engaging portion and the second charger engaging portion are structurally identical. A charger for use with a component system for a human powered vehicle according to claim 24, wherein: The first charger engaging portion and the second charger engaging portion are structurally different. A charger for use with a component system for a human-powered vehicle according to any one of claims 8 to 14, the charger comprising: A charger engaging portion is engageable with the first housing and the second housing. Charger for use with a component system for a human powered vehicle according to claim 27, wherein: The charger engaging portion engages the first housing in a manner similar to the first attachment engaging portion and engages the second housing in a manner similar to the second attachment engaging portion. Charger for use with a component system for a human powered vehicle according to claim 27, wherein: The charger engaging portion engages the first housing with a different mechanism than the first attachment engaging portion, and engages the second housing with a different mechanism than the second attachment engaging portion. A charger for use with a component system for a human powered vehicle according to any one of claims 27 to 29, wherein: The first power source and the second power source each include a retained portion corresponding to the charger engaging portion. A component power supply for human-powered vehicles, the component power supply contains: A first power supply configured for use with an electrically adjustable seatpost, an electrical front suspension, an electrical rear suspension, an electrical front brake, an electrical rear brake, an electrical shift lever, an electrical brake lever, an electrical front derailleur, and an electrical rear derailleur. at least one of the transmissions, the first power source including a first housing having a first housing shape and a first power electrical terminal having a first power electrical terminal shape; and a second power source configured for the electrically adjustable seat post, the electrical front suspension, the electrical rear suspension, the electrical front brake, the electrical rear brake, the electrical shift lever, the electrical brake lever, In at least one of the electric front derailleur and the electric rear derailleur, the second power supply includes a second housing having a second housing shape and a second power supply electrical terminal having a second power supply electrical terminal shape; The first housing shape is different from the second housing shape; and The shape of the first power supply electrical terminal is the same as the shape of the second power supply electrical terminal. A component power supply for a human-powered vehicle according to claim 31, further comprising: a first power supply component at least partially housed in the first housing of the first power supply, the first power supply component being electrically connected to the first power supply electrical terminal; and A second power supply component is at least partially housed in the second housing of the second power supply, and the second power supply component is electrically connected to the second power supply electrical terminal. A component power supply for a human powered vehicle according to claim 32, wherein: The first power supply element and the second power supply element are different in battery capacity. A component power supply for a human powered vehicle according to claim 32, wherein: The first power supply element and the second power supply element are equal in battery capacity. A component power supply for a human powered vehicle according to any one of claims 32 to 34, wherein: The first power element and the second power element are different in shape.

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