Folding handlebar
US7243573B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 28, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 29, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20792
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A split cylindrical clamp encloses inner ends of grip bars of a folding handlebar to hold the grip bars in a firm, stationary, and strong riding position. A single user gesture flips a clamp lever to loosen the split cylindrical clamp allows the grip bars to be slid outward and folded to a folded position. The split cylindrical clamp is then tightened with another single gesture, flipping the clamp lever in an opposite direction, locking the grip bars in the folded position. While locked in the folded position, the grip bars are entirely immobilized.
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