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Hinge for folding bicycle

US11148747B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 19, 2019
Grant dateOct 19, 2021
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Expiry dateJan 30, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05Y2900/50
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A hinge for a folding bicycle comprising a first tubular portion, a second tubular portion, the first and second tubular portions being able to assume an unfolded position and a folded position; a blocking element which can assume at least one closed position in which it retains the first tubular portion and the second tubular portion in the unfolded position, and an open position in which it allows the movement into the folded position of the first and second tubular portions; a connection part and a return device configured to bring the blocking element from its open position to its closed position.

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