Bicycle component tube
US11858583B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 9, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jan 2, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 8, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC22F1/047
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bicycle subassembly includes a bicycle component having a socket and a tube having a first tube portion received in the socket and a second tube portion extending outwardly from the socket. The tube includes a cold worked region spanning at least a portion of the first tube portion and at least a first portion of the second tube portion. The tube includes a non-cold worked region spanning at least a second portion of the second tube portion. Methods for making the tube and subassembly are also provided.
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