Wireless sprocket shifting control system
US10556639B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 13, 2017 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H25/20
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A wireless control system for engagement with a transmission system for a servomotor coupled with sprocket assemblies of remote controlled systems, and within vehicles, including bicycles, is disclosed. The system selectively shifts a chain to each of a plurality of provided sprockets reduces various complications associated with cable slack and precision shifting among an ordered sequence sprockets. The wireless control system allows a user to direct a derailleur to translate drive means from one position to another along a desired path.
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