Non-rotating bicycle wheel display disk
US7347439B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 25, 2005 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60B7/20
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention describes a non-rotating bicycle wheel display assemblies that remains absolutely upright in relation to the rotation of a bicycle wheel and in relation to a parked bicycle wheel. The invention consists of a pair of disk assemblies mounted to both sides of a conventional bicycle wheel and turn, to the front and rear of a bicycle frame. The disk assemblies are manufactured of a lightweight inexpensive material that is formed to the convex shape of an outer surface of the bicycle wheel and includes an overmolded, captive friction bearing made of a high density, self lubricating plastic. A plastic retaining mechanism is secured to an outer disk fascia and a bicycle frame member to hold the outer disk in an upright position at all times whether the bicycle is in motion or in repose.
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