Abstract

Systems and methods are provided for generating, using first sensor data from an angle sensor coupled to a bicycle, first angle data representing an extended state of a rear suspension of the bicycle, generating, using second sensor data from the angle sensor, second angle data representing a compressed state of the rear suspension, generating, using the first angle data and the second angle data, calibration data representing a direction of rotation detected by the angle sensor, and a flag regarding whether the angle sensor has detected rotation past a checkpoint, and generating performance data based on the calibration data and third sensor data from the angle sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01M 17/04 - Suspension or damping
• B62J 45/413 - Rotation sensors
• B62J 45/42 - Sensor arrangementsMounting thereof characterised by mounting
• B62K 25/30 - Axle suspensions for mounting axles resiliently on cycle frame or fork with pivoted chain-stay pivoted on pedal crank shelf
• G01B 7/30 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring angles or tapersMeasuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for testing the alignment of axes

Abstract

A system for adjusting the damper force on the suspension system of a bicycle is provided. Sensors are placed on the front shock and rear shock to measure the amplitude of displacement or acceleration in the time domain and generate a zenith position, velocity, force, and work based on the measured values. The system calculates a curve fit approximation curve for the relationships of zenith position versus velocity and uses the approximation curves to generate and display recommended damper settings for the front shock and rear shock. Using the data ensures that the bicycle suspension data is balanced, such that the front shock and rear shock respond similarly to the same event.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62J 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• B62J 45/20 - Cycle computers as cycle accessories
• B62J 45/40 - Sensor arrangementsMounting thereof
• B62J 50/20 - Information-providing devices
• B62K 25/00 - Axle suspensions
• G01S 19/42 - Determining position
• G06T 11/20 - Drawing from basic elements, e.g. lines or circles

Goods & Services

downloadable computer software for analyzing suspension telemetry data and sensors for measuring suspension telemetry data, not for medical use

Abstract

A system for adjusting the damper force on the suspension system of a bicycle is provided. Sensors are placed on the front shock and rear shock to measure the amplitude of displacement or acceleration in the time domain and generate a zenith position, velocity, force, and work based on the measured values. The system calculates a curve fit approximation curve for the relationships of zenith position versus velocity and uses the approximation curves to generate and display recommended damper settings for the front shock and rear shock. Using the data ensures that the bicycle suspension data is balanced, such that the front shock and rear shock respond similarly to the same event.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62J 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• B62K 25/00 - Axle suspensions
• G01S 19/42 - Determining position
• B62J 45/20 - Cycle computers as cycle accessories
• B62J 45/40 - Sensor arrangementsMounting thereof
• B62J 50/20 - Information-providing devices
• G06T 11/20 - Drawing from basic elements, e.g. lines or circles

Abstract

A system for adjusting the damper force on the suspension system of a bicycle is provided. Sensors are placed on the front shock and rear shock to measure the amplitude of displacement or acceleration in the time domain and generate a zenith position, velocity, force, and work based on the measured values. The system calculates a curve fit approximation curve for the relationships of zenith position versus velocity and uses the approximation curves to generate and display recommended damper settings for the front shock and rear shock. Using the data ensures that the bicycle suspension data is balanced, such that the front shock and rear shock respond similarly to the same event.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62K 25/26 - Axle suspensions for mounting axles resiliently on cycle frame or fork with rocking arm pivoted on each fork leg with more than one arm on each fork leg for rear wheel
• F16F 15/02 - Suppression of vibrations of non-rotating, e.g. reciprocating, systemsSuppression of vibrations of rotating systems by use of members not moving with the rotating system
• B62K 25/04 - Axle suspensions for mounting axles resiliently on cycle frame or fork
• B62J 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass

Abstract

A system for adjusting the damper force on the suspension system of a bicycle is provided. Sensors are placed on the front shock and rear shock to measure the amplitude of displacement or acceleration in the time domain and generate a zenith position, velocity, force, and work based on the measured values. The system calculates a curve fit approximation curve for the relationships of zenith position versus velocity and uses the approximation curves to generate and display recommended damper settings for the front shock and rear shock. Using the data ensures that the bicycle suspension data is balanced, such that the front shock and rear shock respond similarly to the same event.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62J 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• B62K 25/00 - Axle suspensions
• G01S 19/42 - Determining position
• G06T 11/20 - Drawing from basic elements, e.g. lines or circles
• B62J 45/20 - Cycle computers as cycle accessories
• B62J 45/40 - Sensor arrangementsMounting thereof
• B62J 50/20 - Information-providing devices

Abstract

A sensor assembly includes a shank shaped for mating with a socket in a head of a bolt about which a portion of a rear suspension of a bicycle pivots. A magnetometer (or a permanent magnet) is coupled to the shank. A permanent magnet with a north pole and a south pole (or a magnetometer) is positioned adjacent to the magnetometer (or permanent magnet) and pivotable relative thereto. A linkage couples the permanent magnet (or magnetometer) to the portion of the rear suspension that pivots about the bolt. The magnetometer senses changes in the magnetic field as the suspension pivots.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01D 5/14 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage
• B62K 19/30 - Frame parts shaped to receive other cycle parts or accessories
• H01F 7/02 - Permanent magnets
• B62J 45/40 - Sensor arrangementsMounting thereof

Abstract

An elongated pressure sensitive potentiometer is disposed alongside and generally parallel to a reciprocating suspension component, such as a shock absorber, and between a steel track and a rolling or static magnet. The track and contained potentiometer extend from a mount at or near the top of a cylinder of the shock absorber to a point beyond the magnet when the shock absorber is in an uncompressed state. The mount couples the track to the shaft, parallel to and spaced apart from the shaft. Magnet attraction of the track compresses the potentiometer between the track and magnet.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01D 5/165 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying resistance by relative movement of a point of contact and a resistive track
• G01M 17/04 - Suspension or damping
• B62K 25/08 - Axle suspensions for mounting axles resiliently on cycle frame or fork with telescopic fork, e.g. including auxiliary rocking arms for front wheel
• G01L 9/00 - Measuring steady or quasi-steady pressure of a fluid or a fluent solid material by electric or magnetic pressure-sensitive elementsTransmitting or indicating the displacement of mechanical pressure-sensitive elements, used to measure the steady or quasi-steady pressure of a fluid or fluent solid material, by electric or magnetic means

Goods & Services

Sensors for measuring suspension telemetry data, not for medical use

Goods & Services

Computer software for analyzing suspension telemetry data that may be downloaded from a global computer network