Retractable bike fender and housing assembly
US6367832B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 16, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 16, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62J15/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A retractable bike fender and housing are provided. The bike fender resides in the housing while it is in its retracted position and depends from the housing when it is in its extended position. The bike fender includes an integral light at the distal end. The light is powered by a battery and may flash. Elements of the fender may be coated with a reflective material which may be illuminated by the integral light as well as other light sources. The housing is designed to mounted about the seat stem to provide a barrier against water and debris being flung against the rider by the rear wheel. The housing may also be mounted about the handlebar stem to provide a barrier against water and debris being flung against the rider by the front wheel. The fender housing has an opening which permits the elongated fender to be extended and retracted from the housing. A hand operated drum within the housing may be rotated manually by grip hubs which extend through both sides of the housing. The fender is stored in the housing until use, and it is stored in a generally coiled fashion. A wiper is present proximal the opening of the housing which will wipe and remove any debris which may become at…
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