TWI786287B - Electronic hoop lock - Google Patents

Abstract

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

Description

electronic padlock

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

Such padlocks are known, for example, as U-bow padlocks, which have an approximately U-shaped lock bow. Padlocks of the above-mentioned type can also be designed as folding locks comprising an articulating lever bow with a plurality of rotatably interconnected articulating levers. Padlocks of the above-mentioned type can also be designed as so-called frame locks, in which the swivel bow or swivel bow engages between the spokes of a wheel of a bicycle. In another specific embodiment, such a padlock is designed as a brake disc lock, which is used to secure, for example, a motorcycle or a moped against unauthorized use.

Such padlocks are used, for example, to secure a two-wheeled vehicle to a bicycle stand or to a lamppost, or to secure a bicycle against unauthorized riding away. When the lock bow is unlocked, the lock bow can be moved to an open position in which one end of the lock bow is separated from the lock body or completely disengaged from the lock body to form an open loop. For example, starting from the open position, the locking bow can be guided around frame parts of the two-wheeler and around bicycle stands, lampposts, etc., or only over movable components of the two-wheeler (eg rims, brake discs). The lock bow can then be (fully) closed and locked to the lock body, thereby closing the ring and thus securing the two-wheeler against unauthorized removal or unauthorized driving.

To extend the range of functions, the padlock can be equipped with an electrical unit. Such electrical units may comprise various electrical, electronic, optoelectronic, electromechanical and/or electromagnetic components. The electrical unit may comprise, for example, an electronic warning device which emits an audible and/or visual warning signal upon detection of an manipulation attempt, for example in dependence on a detected change in position. Alternatively or additionally, the electrical unit may comprise drive means which electromechanically drive the locking mechanism of the padlock. Alternatively or additionally, the electrical unit can comprise a radio communication device with which radio signals can be sent and/or radio signals can be received. In addition, the electrical unit may comprise an electronic control circuit for the functions described above.

The problem with such padlocks is vibration, which can occur, for example, when riding a two-wheeler. Vibrations can be transmitted to components of the electrical unit, or cause relative movements of components of the electrical unit, which can affect the effectiveness of the U-lock or even lead to a complete functional interruption. Another problem is the space required in the lock body for fixing components, which increases the size of the lock body. In addition, the fixing of the individual parts of the electrical unit requires considerable installation work, which increases the manufacturing costs of such a padlock.

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

This object is achieved by an electronic padlock according to claim 1, and in particular by the fact that the elastic profile is inserted into the housing with a form fit, the elastic profile has a plurality of receptacles, the electrical unit The plurality of components are accommodated in the plurality of receiving portions by form fit.

Here, the term "shaped part" refers to a preformed and dimensionally stable component part. Additionally, the term "elastic" is synonymous with "recovery elastic" or "pliable, but developing restoring forces". Finally, the term "form-fit connection" refers to the connection of two connection partners, wherein, in the area of mutual contact, the shape of the one connection partner is designed to be complementary to the shape of the other connection partner. In particular, it can be pointed out here that the two connection partners are connected to each other along the reference plane without play or substantially without play.

Thus, some or all parts of the electrical unit can be accommodated with a form fit in corresponding receptacles of the elastic profile, which in turn is inserted with a form fit into the housing of the padlock (in particular into the inner shell of the lock body) , so that the components of the electrical unit can be arranged in predetermined relative positions in the housing without play to each other, in particular by non-form fit.

The elastic molding dampens the vibrations of the parts of the electrical unit relative to the housing and relative to each other, thereby providing vibration protection, for example against vibrations that can be transmitted from the outside to the accompanying padlock while riding a two-wheeled vehicle or due to manipulation attempts vibration. As described below, if the padlock has an electrical drive portion of the locking mechanism, the elastic profile can also provide damping of vibration and noise caused by the drive, thereby protecting adjacent components of the electrical unit, such as the electronic control circuit. In addition, the elastic molding is able to seal the electrical unit against ingress of moisture from the outside of the housing, thereby providing or supporting effective moisture protection.

Since the elastic profile and the components of the electrical unit form a form-fit connection, fewer separate fasteners are required to secure the components in the housing of the lock body. In particular, the number of required screw connections can be reduced, or the use of screw connections for fastening components of the electrical unit in the housing can be dispensed with entirely. This reduces the space required to fit the electrical unit, allowing for a more compact design of the padlock. At the same time, assembly costs can be reduced so that padlocks according to the application can be produced more cheaply.

In order to achieve these advantages, not all parts of the electrical unit have to be held only by the elastic profiles. Specifically, various components of the electrical unit may be partially or exclusively fixed to the housing of the lock body, for example to fixed pins provided there.

Preferred specific embodiments can be found in the scope of claims and specification.

According to a specific embodiment, a plurality of components of the electrical unit are electrically interconnected. In particular, these parts can be interconnected in such a way that they can be inserted together as an element and/or substantially in one process into multiple receptacles of the elastic profile. This simplifies and facilitates the manufacturing process, since the electrical units can thereby be prefabricated as individual structural units and their functionality can be checked. In particular, the components are thus already electrically connected before being inserted into the elastic profile, which avoids complex and expensive electrical connections being made between components already located in the receptacle of the profile. Since these parts are mechanically connected to one another, they can be easily inserted as elements into the elastic profile and, if necessary, aligned with one another.

According to a specific embodiment, a plurality of components of the electrical unit may be interconnected by means of flexible electrical conductors. For example, the flexible electrical conductor can be formed as a flexible conductor track or by a cable. By virtue of the flexible design, the breaking strength of the electrical connection is increased and thus the service life of the electrical unit is increased. In addition, the flexible design of the electrical conductors also offers advantages when assembling the electrical unit during the manufacture of the electronic padlock.

According to a particular embodiment, the electrical unit of the padlock comprises at least one of the following devices: electronic alarm means adapted to detect an attempt to operate and output an audible and/or visual alarm signal; electrical drive means adapted to actuate the locking mechanism of the padlock; radio communication devices; and/or power supplies.

The electronic warning device may for example comprise a sensor, an audible and/or visual warning signal output device and a control circuit. The sensor can be designed, for example, as an acceleration sensor, which is used to detect static acceleration (gravity) and/or dynamic acceleration and thus detect position changes. If the electronic warning device is activated, the control circuit can evaluate the signal from the sensor and trigger the output of the warning signal in case of unauthorized removal or movement of the bicycle (to which the padlock is fastened).

According to a specific embodiment, the electric drive comprises an electric motor and a control circuit. In particular, the electric motor may be formed by a drive motor comprising an electric motor with a reduction gear attached thereto. As an alternative to an electric motor, electromagnets can also be provided. The output of the electrical drive may drive the locking mechanism (eg one or more locking elements) of the padlock either directly or via a transmission mechanism. Thus, the locking mechanism may be electrically actuated in only one direction (eg the unlocking direction), for example when the bolt is spring loaded in the opposite direction; or the locking mechanism may be actuated in two mutually opposite directions by the electrical actuation means. On corresponding demand, for example according to commands received from a remote control unit or according to the operation of a switch on the lock body, the motor or electromagnet is controlled by an associated control circuit.

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

According to a particular embodiment, the power source of the electrical unit comprises a battery or accumulator (for example a lithium-ion accumulator or an electrochemical capacitor).

According to a specific embodiment, the parts of the electrical unit are held in the elastic profile only by means of a rotational lock, and no other fastening elements, in particular no screws, are used. Thus, the parts are only inserted into the receptacles of the elastic profile and do not have to be connected to the elastic profile by means of additional other fastening means, such as screws. This reduces the assembly work and cost of manufacturing the electronic padlock.

According to a specific embodiment, at least one, in particular some or all, of the components of the electrical unit is held in a corresponding receptacle of the elastic profile by means of a form fit. In particular, by inserting the corresponding part into the relevant receptacle, the elastic profile can be slightly expanded (eg a recessed edge) or compressed (eg a fastening pin), so that the resulting restoring force of the elastic profile supports the part in the Reliable fit in the receiving section.

According to a particular embodiment, at least one, in particular some or all, of the plurality of receptacles of the elastic profile is formed by a corresponding depression of the elastic profile. As a result, the individual components of the electrical unit can be supported particularly well in many directions and can be held securely in the elastic molded part. At the same time, advantageously, besides the shape of the individual recesses, the height of the individual recesses can also be adapted to the respective thickness of the individual components.

In particular, the recess can be formed such that it accommodates the components of the electrical unit at least substantially completely except for their respective upper sides. After insertion of the individual components into the elastic profile, the elastic profile in such an embodiment thus surrounds the component circumferentially and also covers the underside of the component facing the elastic profile. Only one top of the corresponding part facing away from the elastic profile is not in contact with the profile.

According to a particular embodiment, at least one, in particular some or all, of the plurality of receptacles of the elastic profile is designed to surround the individual components of the electrical unit along the closed perimeter of the individual components. This enables a particularly stable fit of the individual components of the electrical unit in the associated receptacle of the elastic profile. Here, it can be provided that the receptacle frictionally holds the individual components along the closed circumference.

According to a specific embodiment, the elastic profile can extend substantially along the main extension plane, wherein at least one of the plurality of receptacles of the elastic profile forms a retaining collar, wherein one of the electrical unit elements extends parallel to the elastic profile Insertion in the direction of insertion of the main extension plane of the component, wherein the retaining collar surrounds the assembly circumferentially with respect to the direction of insertion (and is in particular retainable in a form-fitting manner). Such a retaining collar enables a lateral insertion of components of the electrical unit with respect to the recess. This has proven to be advantageous, for example, for elongated components such as electric motors, since they can then be accommodated in a profiled part in a planar arrangement. The retaining collar may be fully open in the direction of insertion; alternatively, the retaining collar may be closed at one end (eg bottom, septum).

According to a specific embodiment, at least one of the receptacles of the elastic profile has a fastening pin on which one of the parts of the electrical unit is placed. Thus, also a secure fit of the component with the elastic profile can be achieved by engaging one or more elastic fastening pins in the respective openings of the component.

According to a specific embodiment, the elastic profile can extend substantially along a main extension plane, in particular the aforementioned main extension plane, wherein the elastic profile can be configured in three dimensions with respect to the main extension plane. In other words, the elastic profile can be structured relative to the base plane (main plane of extension).

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

An advantageous embodiment is produced by forming the elastic profile from an elastomer. Elastomers can be produced inexpensively, are available in many different variants, and can be easily adapted to different requirements in terms of shape, size and specific design of elastic moldings. Preferably, the elastic molding is formed from silicone.

According to a specific embodiment, the housing of the lock body (in particular the inner housing of the lock body) may comprise two housing parts between which the elastic profile is clamped. As a result, the elastic profile and the components of the electrical unit accommodated therein can be securely fixed in the housing. In particular, this makes it possible to prevent the component from accidentally falling out of the receptacle of the elastic profile. The two housing parts can be fixed to each other, eg by means of a screw connection and/or a latch connection.

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

According to a particular embodiment, the elastic profile can comprise at least one, in particular a plurality of, edge regions which are held between the respective shoulders of the two housing parts in a non-positive manner. Thereby, it is possible for the respective edge region to act as a seal along the peripheral portion of the housing in order to prevent unwanted moisture from entering the housing. Each edge region of the elastic profile can eg be formed by a tab portion integrally formed on the outer circumference.

Preferably, the housing of the lock body has at least one air vent, and the air vent is closed by a gas-permeable membrane. Moisture can escape from the housing via the ventilation openings, which can condense, for example, from within the housing during changes in the ambient temperature and can lead to malfunctions of electrical or electronic components. The gas-permeable membrane can be formed, for example, from a textile material which is able to diffuse any moisture present. The gas-permeable membrane may be designed to at least largely prevent liquid, in particular water in liquid state, from entering the housing via the vent opening. The breathable membrane may eg be glued to the inside or the outside of the housing such that the breathable membrane circumferentially surrounds the vent opening.

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

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

According to another particular embodiment, the padlock is a portable lock, which is easy to transport and can be used mobile and universally, in particular for other two-wheeled vehicles of the user.

The present application relates to an electronic padlock for two-wheeled vehicles having a lock body and a lock bow movable relative to the lock body between a closed position and an open position, independent of the characteristics of the elastic profile, The lock body includes a housing, a locking mechanism and an electrical unit. The lock bow can be locked on the lock body by the locking mechanism in a closed position, wherein the housing of the lock body has at least one air hole closed by a gas-permeable membrane. The electrical unit can be accommodated in the housing and has, for example, at least one of the following devices: an electronic alarm device designed to detect an attempt to operate and output an audible and/or visual alarm signal; an electrical drive device designed to drive the padlock's locking mechanism; radio communication device; and/or power supply.

As mentioned above, moisture can escape from the housing via the ventilation openings, which moisture can, for example, condense from within the housing during changes in the ambient temperature and can lead to malfunctions of electrical or electronic components. The gas-permeable membrane can be formed, for example, from a textile material which is able to diffuse any moisture present. The gas-permeable membrane may be designed to at least largely prevent liquid, in particular water in liquid state, from entering the housing via the vent opening. The breathable membrane may eg be glued to the inside or the outside of the housing such that the breathable membrane circumferentially surrounds the vent opening.

10: Electronic padlock

12: lock body

14: lock bow

14a: The first end of the lock bow

14b: The second end of the lock bow

16: Keyhole

18: Shell

20: Locking mechanism

22: Inner shell

24: First shell part

26: Second housing part

27: Boundary

28: Groove

29: Shoulders of each shell part

30: Vent

31: membrane, diaphragm, breathable membrane

32: Elastic molding

34: Front side of elastic molding

36: Rear side of elastic molding

37: Edge area of elastic moldings

38: Opening of elastic molding

40: fastening pin of the first housing part

44:Electrical unit

46:Speaker

48: Control panel

50: drive motor

52: Potentiometer

54: output element

55: Eccentric part

56: Conductor track

58: Channels for elastic moldings

60: fastening pin

66, 68, 70: receiving department

72: Retention Collar

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

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

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

Figures 3 and 4 are exploded views of the structure of the inner housing 22 in front and rear views. The inner housing 22 is formed from two housing parts, namely a first housing part 24 and a second housing part 26 . The first housing part 24 and the second housing part 26 are two identical parts, ie they are at least substantially identical in shape. The first housing part 24 and the second housing part 26 have circular recesses 28 at corresponding positions, by means of which circular recesses 28 guide fastening elements (such as screws) not shown, which fastening elements The first housing part 24 and the second housing part 26 are fixed to each other and thereby define the inner space of the inner housing 22 delimited by the inner sides of the housing parts 24 , 26 . Here, the two parts of the inner shell 22 can be cast from a zinc alloy or formed from plastic and produced, for example, by injection molding.

In the example shown on both housing parts 24 , 26 , a vent 30 is formed on at least one of the housings, allowing air exchange between the interior of the inner housing 22 and the outside of the inner housing 22 . The vent opening 30 is covered by a breathable membrane 31 made of fabric material. For example, the membrane 31 may be glued to the outside of the respective housing portion 24, 26 or otherwise attached to the housing portion 24, 26 so as to close the vent 30 in a breathable manner. Thus, for example when the ambient temperature changes, moisture which may be generated due to condensation within the inner housing 22 can escape from the inner housing 22 via the vent 30 . It is generally sufficient that only one ventilation opening 30 is provided with such a membrane 31 ; on the other housing part 24 or 26 the relevant opening can also be completely closed.

In FIGS. 3 and 4 , the elastic molding 32 is further shown, which is inserted into the interior of the inner shell 22 . FIG. 3 here shows the front side 34 of the elastic profile 32 and FIG. 4 shows the rear side 36 of the elastic profile 32 . The elastic profile 32 depends on the material It is integrally formed and may eg be made of silicone. In the example shown for the first housing part 24 , the elastic profile 32 is positively inserted into one housing part such that the rear side of the elastic profile 32 is in planar contact with the flat inner side of the first housing part 24 , And the elastic profile 32 is surrounded circumferentially by the boundary 27 of the first housing part 24 . In this case, the flat edge region 37 of the elastic profile 32 lies within the border 27 on the corresponding shoulder 29 of the first housing part 24 .

To further secure the elastic profile 32 relative to the first housing part 24 , the elastic profile 32 has a plurality of openings 38 . The first housing part 24 has a corresponding number of fastening pins 40 formed on the inner side of the first housing part 24 at positions corresponding to the openings 38 . When the elastic profile 32 is inserted into the first housing part 24 , the fastening pin 40 engages in the opening 38 , so that the elastic profile 32 is additionally centered and positionally secured.

The electrical unit 44 is shown diagonally from the upper front and from the lower rear in FIGS. 6 and 7 . The electrical unit 44 includes an electronic alarm device with a speaker 46 and sensors, a radio communication device and a control circuit arranged on a control board 48 . In addition, the electrical unit 44 comprises an electrical drive comprising a drive motor 50 with an associated potentiometer 52, the rotationally movable part of which is positively attached to an output element 54 of the drive motor 50 (transmission output axis). On the output element 54 , above the potentiometer 52 , an eccentric portion 55 is also arranged, which drives the locking mechanism 20 of the electronic padlock 10 . The drive motor 50 includes an electric motor and a reduction gear that converts the rotational motion of the rotor of the electric motor into slow motion. Potentiometer 52 allows position detection and control.

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

As shown in FIGS. 3 and 5 , the front side of the elastic profile 32 has a plurality of receptacles 66 , 68 , 70 formed as depressions in the elastic profile 32 . Here, the shape of the respective receptacle 66 , 68 , 70 corresponds to the shape of the associated part 46 , 48 , 50 of the electrical unit 44 . The speaker 46 is inserted into the port 66 with a form fit such that the rear side and the perimeter of the speaker 46 is surrounded by the elastic molding 32 . In this case, what can be achieved by a somewhat undersized inner diameter of the substantially cylindrical receptacle 66 relative to the outer diameter of the loudspeaker 46 is that the loudspeaker 46 is also held in the container 66 by means of an interference fit. middle. The control plate 48 is inserted into the receptacle 68 with a positive fit, so that the control plate 48 is surrounded circumferentially by the elastic profile 32 , wherein a non-positive fit is also possible here. The drive motor 50 is inserted into the receptacle 70 with a rotational fit, so that the drive motor 50 is surrounded circumferentially by the retaining collar 72 of the elastic profile 32 and is held by means of an interference fit. The retaining collar 72 is integrally formed on the elastic profile 32 such that it protrudes forward. In this case, the retaining collar 72 defines an insertion direction of the drive motor 50 which is parallel to the main extension plane of the elastic profile 32 .

In order to ensure that the components 46 , 48 of the electrical unit 44 do not come out of the receptacles 66 , 68 of the elastic profile 32 , a plurality of fastening pins 60 are provided between the electrical unit 44 and the inner side of the second housing part 26 . The securing pins 60 are arranged and dimensioned such that when the housing parts 24 , 26 are secured against each other, the loudspeaker 46 is retained in the receptacle 66 and the control board 48 is retained in the receptacle 68 . Unlike the illustration according to FIG. 6 , the fastening pin 60 can be fastened to the inside of the second housing part 26 .

The elastic molding 32 thus damps vibrations of the components 46 , 48 , 50 of the electrical unit 44 and provides vibration protection against transmission of shocks from the outside to the inner housing 22 and vibrations that may be generated by the drive motor 50 .

In addition, the elastic molding 32 helps to seal the electrical unit 44 from the ingress of external moisture. For this purpose, along the circumference of the elastic profile 32 a plurality of edge regions 37 of the elastic profile 32 are non-positively and thus sealingly held between the corresponding shoulder 29 of the first housing part 24 and the second housing. between corresponding shoulders 29 of portion 26 . It will be appreciated that such a circumferential seal between the two housing parts 24, 26 may be interrupted at least at the location where an electrical connection is provided.

The assembly of the inner housing 22 of the electronic padlock 10 according to the application shown in FIGS. 3 to 7 takes place in a simple manner and requires only a few working steps, such as the following steps, which can also deviate from the following sequence : (1) At first, the potentiometer 52 has not been plugged into the output element 54 on the upper side of the drive motor 50, but is loosely connected to the lower side of the drive motor 50 on one side and connected to the speaker 46 on the other side by the flexible conductor track 56. Drive motor 50 with laterally protruding potentiometer 52 is now inserted with output element 54 at the front from below (described with respect to FIGS. 3 and 5 ) into receptacle 70 and retaining collar 72 of elastic profile 32 , wherein Insertion is not completely over yet.

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

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

(4) The elastic molding 32 is inserted into the first housing portion 24 with the drive motor 50 inserted so that the rear side of the elastic molding 32 is in contact with the inside of the first housing portion 24 .

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

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

(7) The second case portion 26 is placed on the first case portion 24 such that the respective inner sides thereof are in contact along the outer periphery.

(8) The first housing part 24 and the second housing part 26 are fastened to each other with screws passing through the grooves 28 of the housing parts 24 , 26 and the corresponding channels 58 in the elastic profile 32 .

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

22‧‧‧inner shell

24‧‧‧First shell part

26‧‧‧Second shell part

27: Boundary

28: Groove

29: Shoulders of each shell part

30: Vent

31: membrane, diaphragm, breathable membrane

32: Elastic molding

37: Edge area of elastic moldings

40: fastening pin of the first housing part

58: Channels for elastic moldings

66, 68, 70: receiving department

72: Retention Collar

Claims (20)

An electronic padlock (10) for a two-wheeled vehicle, comprising a lock body (12) and a lock bow (14), the lock bow (14) being movable between a closed position and an open position relative to the lock body (12) , wherein, the lock body (12) includes a housing (22), a locking mechanism (20) and an electrical unit (44), and the lock bow (14) can be locked to the closed position by the locking mechanism (20) A lock body (12), in which an elastic profile (32) comprising a plurality of receiving portions (66, 68, 70) is positively inserted in the housing (22), a plurality of components of the electrical unit (44) ( 46, 48, 50) are positively received in the plurality of receiving portions. The electronic padlock (10) as described in claim 1 of the scope of the patent application, wherein a plurality of components (46, 48, 50) of the electrical unit (44) are electrically connected to each other. The electronic padlock (10) as described in claim 1 or 2 of the patent claims, wherein the plurality of components (46, 48, 50) of the electrical unit (44) are interconnected by flexible electrical conductors (56). The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 1 or 2 of the scope of application for patents, wherein the electrical unit (44) of the electronic padlock (10) includes at least one of the following devices: an electronic alarm device designed to detect operation attempts , and output an audible and/or visual alarm signal; an electric drive device designed to drive the locking mechanism (20) of the electronic padlock (10); a radio communication device; and/or a power supply. The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 4 of the patent scope, wherein the electronic alarm device includes a sensor, an audio and/or visual alarm signal output device (46) and a control circuit (48). According to the electronic padlock (10) described in item 4 of the patent scope of the application, the electric driving device includes a driving motor (50) and a control circuit (48). The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 4 of the patent scope, wherein the radio communication device includes a radio transmitter and/or radio receiver and a control circuit (48). The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 1 or 2 of the patent scope, wherein, the plurality of parts (46, 48, 50) of the electrical unit (44) are only held in the elastic molding ( 32) without other fastening elements. The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 1 or 2 of the patent scope, wherein at least one of the plurality of receiving parts (66, 68, 70) of the elastic molding (32) is passed through the elastic molding The corresponding recessed portion of (32) is formed. The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 1 or 2 of the patent scope, wherein the elastic molding (32) basically extends along the main extension plane, wherein the plurality of receiving parts of the elastic molding (32) At least one (70) of them forms a retaining collar (72), wherein a part (50) of the parts of the electrical unit (44) is along an insertion direction parallel to the main extension plane of the elastic profile (32) Inserted into a retaining collar (72), wherein the retaining collar (72) circumferentially surrounds the component (50) with respect to the insertion direction. The electronic padlock (10) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the elastic profile (32) extends substantially along a main extension plane and is configured three-dimensionally relative to the main extension plane. The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 1 or 2 of the scope of the patent application, wherein the elastic molding (32) is integrally formed by a single part. As the electronic padlock (10) described in item 1 or 2 of the scope of patent application, wherein, the elastic molded part (32) is made of silicon rubber. The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 1 or 2 of the patent scope, wherein, the housing (22) of the lock body (12) includes two housing parts (24, 26), and the elastic molding ( 32) Clamped between the two housing parts (24, 26). As the electronic padlock (10) described in item 1 or 2 of the scope of patent application, wherein, the housing (22) of the lock body (12) includes two identical housing parts (24, 26), the two Identical housing parts (24, 26) are attached to each other. The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 15 of the patent scope, wherein, the elastic molding (32) includes at least one edge region (37), and the at least one edge region (37) is held in the form fit mode. Between the respective shoulders (29) of the two housing parts (24, 26). The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 1 or 2 of the patent scope, wherein, the housing (22) of the lock body (12) has at least one ventilation hole (30), and the at least one ventilation hole (30) Closed by a gas-permeable membrane (31). The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 1 or 2 of the patent scope, wherein, the housing (22) is an inner housing accommodated in the outer housing (18) of the lock body (12). The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 1 or 2 of the scope of the patent application, wherein the lock bow (14) is U-shaped and can be completely disengaged from the lock body (12) in the open position. The electronic padlock (10) as described in item 1 or 2 of the scope of the patent application, wherein the electronic padlock (10) is a portable lock.

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