Bicycle frame with multiple layer tube
US7597338B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 26, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 11, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62K19/16
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bicycle frame is disclosed that includes a set of tubes connected together. At least a portion of one of the tubes comprises at least three layers of materials. For example, in one embodiment, the seat tube includes an inner layer of carbon fiber, a middle layer of aluminum (or other metal), and an outside layer of carbon fiber.
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