Bicycle frame with device cavity
US7878521B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 16, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62K21/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bicycle frame having a cavity constructed to receive a sensor device. The cavity has a shape and a contour that generally matches a shape and a contour of the sensor device. Such a configuration maintains the aerodynamic contour of the frame when the sensor device is positioned in the cavity. An optional plug occupies the cavity when the sensor device is not positioned therein. Preferably, the sensor device is constructed to wirelessly communicate bicycle operation information to a receiver that is remotely located relative to the sensor device. More preferably, the cavity is formed in a fork of the bicycle and the sensor device is configured to monitor operation of a front wheel and wirelessly communicate the operation information to the remote receiver.
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