Bicycle having annular sealing member
US7431404B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 5, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 7, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 28, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60B21/04
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bicycle rim includes first and second annular side portions, an annular bridge portion and an annular seal member. The bridge portion extends between the first and second side portions. The bridge portion includes first and second annular tire support surfaces and a recessed center surface. The recessed center surface is arranged between the first and second tire support surfaces to form an annular recess. The recessed center surface has a plurality of circumferentially arranged openings formed therein. The annular seal member is arranged in the annular recess to seal the openings.
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