TW201637935A - Bicycle electrical component - Google Patents

Abstract

A bicycle electrical component is basically provided with a wireless communication unit, a movable member, an electrical actuation unit and a support structure. The wireless communication unit includes a first housing and a wireless communication member that is contained within the first housing. The electrical actuation unit includes a second housing and an electrical actuator that is contained within the second housing. The electrical actuator is configured to actuate the movable member. The second housing is different from the first housing. The support structure detachably supports the wireless communication unit to the bicycle electrical component.

Description

Bicycle electrical component [Reciprocal Reference of Related Applications]

The present invention is a continuation-in-part application of Patent Application No. 14/879,405, filed on Oct. 9, 2015. The entire disclosure of the patent application No. 14/879,405 is incorporated herein by reference.

The present invention generally relates to bicycle electrical components. More specifically, the present invention relates to a bicycle electrical component having a wireless communication unit that is removably supported by a bicycle electrical component.

In recent years, some bicycles have electrical components or devices to make it easier for the rider to operate the bicycle. More recently, there have been bicycle control systems that wirelessly control these bicycle electrical components or devices. An advantage of the bicycle wireless system is that an electrical cable connecting the bicycle electrical components to each other can be omitted. Some examples of such bicycle electrical components include suspensions, transmission devices (eg, derailleurs, internal shifting hubs) Etc), and seatpost (seatpost). Typically, a bicycle equipped with an electric bicycle assembly is also provided with a battery for supplying power to the bicycle electrical component.

In general, the present disclosure relates to various different features or components of a bicycle electrical component having a wireless communication unit removably supported by the bicycle electrical component.

In view of the presently known technology and in accordance with a first aspect of the present disclosure, a bicycle electrical component is provided that basically includes a wireless communication unit, a movable member, an electrically actuated unit, and a support structure. The wireless communication unit includes a first housing and a wireless communication member housed within the first housing. The electrically actuated unit includes a second housing and an electric actuator housed within the second housing. An electric actuator is constructed to actuate the movable member. The second housing is different from the first housing. The support structure removably supports the wireless communication unit to the bicycle electrical component.

According to a second aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the first aspect is constructed such that the support structure is disposed on at least one of the first housing and the second housing.

According to a third aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the second aspect is constructed such that the support structure comprises a first snap-fit structure and a second fastening structure removably engaging the first fastening structure. The first fastening structure is disposed on the first housing.

According to a fourth aspect of the invention, the self according to the third aspect The driving electrical component is constructed such that one of the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure includes a latch, and the other of the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure includes a catch.

According to a fifth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electric component according to the second aspect is constructed such that the support structure includes a recess in which the first housing is to be supported, and the recess is formed on the second housing.

According to a sixth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the fifth aspect is constructed such that the movable member includes a chain guide operatively coupled to the electric actuation unit to position the chain guide in the first position Moving between the two positions; and the second housing has a surface facing the frame, and has a recess facing the surface of the frame. The frame-facing surface is constructed to be placed under the bicycle frame in a state in which the bicycle electric component is mounted on the bicycle frame.

According to a seventh aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the second aspect is constructed such that the wireless communication unit comprises at least one of an electrical port and a cable, which is disposed at the first housing.

According to an eighth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the seventh aspect is constructed such that the call actuation unit comprises at least one electric raft disposed at the second housing. At least one electric power of the electric actuation unit is constructed to constitute at least one of an electric power cable and a cable wire electrically connected to the wireless communication unit.

According to a ninth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the first aspect is constructed such that the wireless communication unit comprises an electrical connector, and the electrically actuated unit comprises at least one electrical socket configured to be electrically connected to the wireless communication unit Connector.

According to a tenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the ninth aspect is constructed such that at least one electric power of the telephone actuation unit is constructed to form at least one electrical connector of the wireless communication unit and the electrical actuation unit It is selectively connected to the cable when disconnected.

According to an eleventh aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the ninth aspect is constructed such that the wireless communication unit comprises at least one electric raft constructed to be connected to the cable.

According to a twelfth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the eleventh aspect is constructed such that the electrical connector of the wireless communication unit is constructed to be electrically connected to the electric actuation unit in the first connection direction, and wirelessly The power unit of the communication unit is constructed to be connected to the cable line in a second connection direction different from the first connection direction.

According to a thirteenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twelfth aspect is constructed such that the first connecting direction is perpendicular to the second connecting direction.

According to a fourteenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the eleventh aspect is constructed such that at least one of the electric power of the telephone actuation unit and the at least one electric power unit of the wireless communication unit have the same electrical connector engagement structure.

According to a fifteenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the ninth aspect is constructed such that the wireless communication unit comprises at least one of an electric power cable and a cable wire, which is disposed at the first housing.

According to a sixteenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the fifteenth aspect is constructed such that the wireless communication unit comprises removably A cap coupled to the first housing to selectively cover at least one of the electrical devices disposed at the first housing.

According to a seventeenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the ninth aspect is constructed such that the movable member comprises a chain guide operatively coupled to the electric actuation unit to position the chain guide in the first position Moving between the second position; and the bicycle electrical component further includes a base member constructed to support the electrically actuated unit and the chain guide. At least one electric cymbal of the electrically actuated unit is formed between the base member and the second housing of the electrically actuated unit.

According to an eighteenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the second aspect is constructed such that the wireless communication unit includes the first electrical contact, and the electrically actuated unit includes the second electrical contact, which is constructed in the first housing The body is electrically contacted with the first electrical contact in a state of being attached to the second housing.

According to a nineteenth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the eighteenth aspect is constructed such that one of the wireless communication unit and the electric actuation unit includes a seal that is constructed to be attached to the first housing The first electrical contact and the second electrical contact surround the second housing.

According to a twentieth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the eighteenth aspect, further comprising a cover constructed to be detached from the second electrical contact at the first electrical contact of the wireless communication unit The second electrical contact disposed on the second housing is covered.

According to a twenty first aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the first aspect is constructed such that the movable member comprises a chain guide operatively coupled to the electric actuation unit to position the chain guide at the first position Moving between the second position; and the bicycle electrical component further includes a base member constructed to support the electrically actuated unit and the chain guide. A support structure is formed between the base member and the second housing of the actuation unit.

According to a twenty-second aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twenty-first aspect is constructed such that the support structure includes a space formed between the base member and the second housing of the electric actuation unit. The first housing is constructed to be inserted into the space.

According to a twenty-third aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twenty-second aspect is constructed such that the wireless communication unit comprises a first electrical contact, and the electrically actuated unit comprises a second electrical contact, which is constructed The first housing is electrically connected to the first electrical contact in a state of being disposed in the space.

According to a twenty-fourth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twenty-third aspect is constructed such that the second electrical contact is disposed on the connecting surface facing the insertion direction of the first housing into the space.

According to a twenty-fifth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the first aspect is constructed such that the support structure comprises a second space formed in the second housing of the electrically actuated unit. The first housing is constructed to be inserted into the second space.

According to a twenty-sixth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twenty-fifth aspect is constructed such that the wireless communication unit includes a first electrical contact disposed on the first housing, and the electrically actuated unit includes And a second electrical contact disposed inside the second space and configured to electrically contact the first electrical contact in a state in which the first housing is disposed in the second space.

According to a twenty-seventh aspect of the invention, according to the twenty-sixth The bicycle electrical component of the aspect is constructed such that the second housing includes a cover that is configured to close the opening of the second space.

According to a twenty-eighth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twenty-seventh aspect, wherein the telephone actuation unit comprises a seal member configured to seal the second housing in a state in which the shutter closes the opening An interface between the opening and the cover.

According to a twenty-ninth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electric component according to the first aspect further includes a power supply unit and a power supply bracket. The power supply unit is constructed to supply power to the electric actuation unit. The power supply bracket is constructed to mount the power supply unit to the bicycle electrical component. The power supply bracket is constructed to support the wireless communication unit to the bicycle electrical component as a support structure.

According to a thirtieth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twenty-ninth aspect is constructed such that the first casing is constructed to be removably supported by the power supply bracket.

According to a thirty-first aspect of the invention, the bicycle electric component according to the twenty-ninth aspect is constructed such that the power supply bracket is constructed to accommodate the wireless communication member.

According to a thirty-second aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twenty-ninth aspect is constructed such that the first casing is constructed to be removably supported by the power supply unit.

According to a thirty-third aspect of the invention, the bicycle electric component according to the twenty-ninth aspect is constructed such that the power supply unit is constructed to accommodate the wireless communication member.

According to a thirty-fourth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twenty-ninth aspect is constructed such that the power supply unit comprises at least one of an electric raft and a cable.

According to a thirty-fifth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the thirty-fourth aspect is constructed such that the call actuation unit comprises at least one electric raft disposed at the second housing.

According to a thirty-sixth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twenty-ninth aspect is constructed such that the power supply bracket includes the third joint, and the power supply unit includes the fourth joint, which is constructed in the power supply unit The third contact is electrically connected in a state of being mounted to the power supply bracket.

According to a thirty-seventh aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the twenty-ninth aspect further includes a base member and a fastener, the base member being constructed to mount the electric actuation unit to the bicycle frame, and the fastener is constructed The base member is fixed to the bicycle frame. The power supply bracket includes a mounting portion that is constructed to be mounted to the bicycle frame by fasteners.

According to a thirty-eighth aspect of the invention, the bicycle electrical component according to the first aspect is constructed such that the wireless communication unit is constructed to be removably supported by an additional bicycle electrical component that is different from the bicycle electrical component.

Further, other objects, features, aspects and advantages of the bicycle electrical components disclosed herein will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description. Illustrative embodiment.

1‧‧‧Bicycle

10‧‧‧Wireless communication system

12‧‧‧Main bicycle frame

14‧‧‧ Front suspension fork

16‧‧‧ rear rocker

18‧‧‧ rear shock absorber

18'‧‧‧ rear shock absorber

20‧‧‧Adjustable seatpost

20'‧‧‧Adjustable seatpost

22‧‧‧ handlebars

24‧‧‧ front wheel

26‧‧‧ rear wheel

28‧‧‧Cushion

30‧‧‧Front pedal crankset

32‧‧‧Back card sprocket

34‧‧‧Chain

38‧‧‧Power supply unit

40‧‧‧ front derailleur

42‧‧‧ rear derailleur

42'‧‧‧ rear derailleur

44‧‧‧Bicycle code table

44a‧‧‧Power Line Communication埠

44b‧‧‧Wire

46‧‧‧First electrical component operating device

48‧‧‧Second electrical component operating device

50‧‧‧Support structure

50a‧‧‧Parts

50b‧‧‧First space

52‧‧‧Removable components

52a‧‧‧Chain guides

54‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

56‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

57‧‧‧ linkage group

58‧‧‧Base member

58a‧‧‧Second fastening structure

60‧‧‧ first housing

60a‧‧‧First fastening structure

60b‧‧‧ Attachment surface

62‧‧‧Second housing

62a‧‧‧Connection surface

64‧‧‧First electrical contact

66‧‧‧Wireless communication components

68‧‧‧ cushioning members

70‧‧‧second electrical contact

72‧‧‧Seal

73‧‧‧Electricity

74‧‧‧Printed circuit board

76‧‧‧First electric

78‧‧‧ Controller

80‧‧‧Electric actuator

82‧‧‧ Gear reduction unit

140‧‧‧ front derailleur

150‧‧‧Support structure

150a‧‧‧Parts

150b‧‧‧ dent

152‧‧‧ movable components

152a‧‧‧Chain guides

154‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

156‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

158‧‧‧Base member

160‧‧‧First housing

160a‧‧‧First fastening structure

162‧‧‧ second housing

162a‧‧‧Second fastening structure

163‧‧‧ facing the frame surface

166‧‧‧Wireless communication components

176‧‧‧Electricity

240‧‧‧ front derailleur

250‧‧‧Support structure

250a‧‧‧Parts

250b‧‧‧ dent

252‧‧‧ movable components

252a‧‧‧Chain Guides

254‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

256‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

256a‧‧‧Electricity

258‧‧‧Base member

260‧‧‧ first housing

260a‧‧‧First fastening structure

262‧‧‧ second housing

262a‧‧‧Second fastening structure

263‧‧‧ facing the frame surface

266‧‧‧Wireless communication components

276‧‧‧Electricity

340‧‧‧ front derailleur

350‧‧‧Support structure

352‧‧‧ movable components

352a‧‧‧Chain Guides

354‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

356‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

358‧‧‧Base member

366‧‧‧Wireless communication components

373‧‧‧Electricity

376‧‧‧Electricity

440‧‧‧ front derailleur

450‧‧‧Support structure

450a‧‧‧Parts

450b‧‧‧ dent

452‧‧‧ movable components

452a‧‧‧Chain Guides

454‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

456‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

458‧‧‧Base member

460‧‧‧ first housing

462‧‧‧ second housing

464‧‧‧First electrical contact

470‧‧‧second electrical contact

472‧‧‧Seal

540‧‧‧ front derailleur

550‧‧‧Support structure

550a‧‧‧Parts

550b‧‧‧ dent

552‧‧‧Removable components

552a‧‧‧Chain guides

554‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

555‧‧‧ cable

555a‧‧‧Electrical connectors

556‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

557‧‧‧Electrical connectors

558‧‧‧Base member

560‧‧‧First housing

562‧‧‧ second housing

572‧‧‧Seal

640‧‧‧ front derailleur

650‧‧‧Support structure

650a‧‧‧Parts

650b‧‧‧Second space

650c‧‧‧ openings

652‧‧‧ movable components

652a‧‧‧Chain Guides

654‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

656‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

658‧‧‧Base member

660‧‧‧First housing

662‧‧‧Second housing

664‧‧‧First electrical contact

666‧‧‧Wireless communication components

670‧‧‧second electrical contact

671‧‧‧ Covering parts

738‧‧‧Power supply unit

739‧‧‧Power supply bracket

739a‧‧‧Installation section

740‧‧‧ front derailleur

750‧‧‧Support structure

752‧‧‧Removable components

752a‧‧‧Chain Guides

754‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

756‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

758‧‧‧Base member

760‧‧‧First housing

762‧‧‧ second housing

766‧‧‧Wireless communication components

776‧‧‧Electricity

777‧‧‧Electricity

838‧‧‧Power supply unit

839‧‧‧Power supply bracket

840‧‧‧ front derailleur

850‧‧‧Support structure

852‧‧‧Removable components

852a‧‧‧Chain guides

854‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

856‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

858‧‧‧Base member

860‧‧‧ first housing

862‧‧‧Second housing

865‧‧‧ third joint

866‧‧‧Wireless communication components

867‧‧‧fourth joint

876‧‧‧Electricity

877‧‧‧Electricity

950‧‧‧Support structure

950'‧‧‧Support structure

952‧‧‧ movable components

952'‧‧‧Removable components

952a‧‧‧Chain guides

952a'‧‧‧Chain Guides

954‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

954'‧‧‧Electrically actuated unit

956‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

956'‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

958‧‧‧Base member

958'‧‧‧Base member

962'‧‧‧ second housing

971'‧‧‧ Covering

1050‧‧‧Support structure

1050'‧‧‧Support structure

1052‧‧‧Removable components

1052'‧‧‧Removable components

1054‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

1054'‧‧‧Electrically actuated unit

1056‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

1056'‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

1058‧‧‧Base member

1058'‧‧‧Base member

1060‧‧‧First housing

1060'‧‧‧First housing

1062‧‧‧Second housing

1062'‧‧‧ second housing

1071'‧‧‧ Covering parts

1150‧‧‧Support structure

1150'‧‧‧Support structure

1152‧‧‧Removable components

1152'‧‧‧ movable components

1154‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

1154'‧‧‧Electrically actuated unit

1156‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

1156'‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

1158‧‧‧Base member

1158'‧‧‧Base member

1160‧‧‧ first housing

1160'‧‧‧ first housing

1162‧‧‧ second housing

1162'‧‧‧ second housing

1171'‧‧‧ Covering parts

1240‧‧‧ front derailleur

1250‧‧‧Support structure

1250a‧‧‧Parts

1250b‧‧‧First space

1252‧‧‧Removable components

1252a‧‧‧Chain Guides

1254‧‧‧Electric actuating unit

1256‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

1257‧‧‧ linkage group

1258‧‧‧Base member

1260‧‧‧ first housing

1262‧‧‧ second housing

1264‧‧‧Electrical connectors

1266‧‧‧Wireless communication components

1268‧‧‧Electricity

1270‧‧‧Electricity

1280‧‧‧Electric actuator

1282‧‧‧ Gear reduction unit

1342‧‧‧ rear derailleur

1350‧‧‧Support structure

1350a‧‧‧Parts

1350b‧‧‧First space

1352‧‧‧Removable components

1352a‧‧‧Chain Guides

1354‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

1356‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

1357‧‧‧ linkage group

1358‧‧‧Base member

1360‧‧‧First housing

1362‧‧‧Second housing

1364‧‧‧Electrical connectors

1368‧‧‧Electricity

1370‧‧‧Electricity

D1‧‧‧First connection direction

D2‧‧‧Second connection direction

F‧‧‧fasteners

PLC‧‧‧ cable

PLC1‧‧‧ cable

PLC2‧‧‧ cable

SW1‧‧‧ first manual operation input member

SW2‧‧‧Second manual operation input member

W1‧‧‧ control line

W2‧‧‧ control line

Reference is now made to the accompanying drawings that form a part of this original disclosure: Figure 1 is a side view of a bicycle according to a first embodiment, equipped with bicycle electrical components each including a wireless communication unit (i.e., front derailleur, rear Figure 12 is a top view of the bicycle handlebar area of the bicycle illustrated in Figure 1; Figure 3 is a view of the bicycle handlebar area of the bicycle illustrated in Figure 1; An enlarged front end view of the front derailleur (ie, one of the bicycle electrical components) in the retracted position; FIG. 4 is an enlarged front end view of the front derailleur illustrated in FIG. 3, wherein the chain guide is in a contraction Figure 5 is an external rear perspective view of the front derailleur illustrated in Figures 3 and 4, wherein the chain guide is in the retracted position; Figure 6 is the front derailleur illustrated in Figures 3 to 5 An internal rear perspective view of the device showing the wireless communication unit in an installed position; FIG. 7 is an external rear perspective view of the front derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 3-6, showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; FIG. FIG. 3 to FIG. 7 are internal rear perspective views of the front derailleur, showing wireless communication The unit is in an unmounted position; FIG. 9 is a first perspective view of the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 3 to 8; FIG. 10 is a front derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 3 to 8. a second perspective view of the wireless communication unit; 11 is an exploded perspective view of the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 3 to 8; and FIG. 12 is a perspective view of the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 3 to 8. A partial cross-sectional view taken along section line 12-12; FIG. 13 is an internal rear perspective view of the front derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 3-8, wherein a portion of the housing of the electric actuator unit of the front derailleur is Cut-away to show the internal components of the electric actuation unit; Figure 14 is an internal rear perspective view of the front derailleur with a wireless communication unit according to the second embodiment, showing the wireless communication unit in the installed position; Figure 15 is in Figure 14 An internal rear perspective view of the front derailleur, showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; and FIG. 16 is an internal rear perspective view of the front derailleur having a wireless communication unit according to a first modification of the second embodiment, The display wireless communication unit is in the installation position; FIG. 17 is an internal rear perspective view of the front derailleur illustrated in FIG. 16 , showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; FIG. 18 is a second modification according to the second embodiment. Wireless communication unit An internal rear perspective view of the derailleur, showing that the wireless communication unit is in the installed position; FIG. 19 is an internal rear perspective view of the front derailleur illustrated in FIG. 18, showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; FIG. 20 is based on The third variant of the second embodiment has none An internal rear perspective view of the front derailleur of the line communication unit, showing that the wireless communication unit is in the installed position; FIG. 21 is an internal rear perspective view of the front derailleur illustrated in FIG. 20, showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position 22 is an internal rear perspective view of a front derailleur having a wireless communication unit according to a fourth modification of the second embodiment, showing the wireless communication unit in an installed position; FIG. 23 is a front dial shown in FIG. An internal rear perspective view of the device showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; FIG. 24 is an internal rear perspective view of the front derailleur having a wireless communication unit according to the third embodiment, showing the wireless communication unit in an installed position; Is an internal rear perspective view of the front derailleur illustrated in FIG. 24, showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; FIG. 26 is a top view of the front derailleur having a wireless communication unit according to the fourth embodiment, The display wireless communication unit is in the installation position; FIG. 27 is a top view of the front derailleur having the wireless communication unit according to the modification of the front derailleur according to the fourth embodiment, The wireless communication unit is in the installed position; FIG. 28 is an external view of the rear derailleur having the wireless communication unit according to the first embodiment of the rear derailleur, showing the wireless communication unit in the installation position; FIG. 29 is in FIG. The exterior view of the rear derailleur Figure, which shows the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; Figure 30 is an external view of the rear derailleur having a wireless communication unit according to a variation of the first embodiment of the rear derailleur, showing the wireless communication unit in an installed position; 31 is an external view of the rear derailleur illustrated in FIG. 30, showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; and FIG. 32 is an adjustable seat having a wireless communication unit according to the first embodiment of the adjustable seatpost An external view of the lever showing the wireless communication unit in the installed position; FIG. 33 is an external view of the adjustable seatpost illustrated in FIG. 32, showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; FIG. 34 is based on the adjustable seatpost A variation of the first embodiment with an adjustable external view of the wireless communication unit showing the wireless communication unit in the installed position; and FIG. 35 is an external view of the adjustable seatpost illustrated in FIG. The wireless communication unit is in an unmounted position; FIG. 36 is an external view of the rear suspension device having the wireless communication unit according to the first embodiment of the rear suspension device, showing no The communication unit is in the installed position; FIG. 37 is an external view of the rear suspension device illustrated in FIG. 36, showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; FIG. 38 is a modification according to the first embodiment of the rear suspension device An external view of a rear suspension device having a wireless communication unit that displays the wireless communication unit in an installed position; 39 is an external view of the rear suspension device illustrated in FIG. 38, showing the wireless communication unit in an unmounted position; FIG. 40 is an external rear perspective view of the derailleur according to another embodiment of FIG. The front derailleur has a wireless communication unit in an installed position; FIG. 41 is an external rear perspective view of the front derailleur illustrated in FIG. 40, showing that the wireless communication unit is in an unmounted position, so that the cable can be directly inserted Plugged into the power unit of the electric actuating unit; FIG. 42 is an external rear perspective view of the front derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 40 and 41, showing that the cable is directly plugged into the electric actuating unit Figure 43 is a rear end view of the front derailleur illustrated in Figures 40 to 42 showing the chain guide in a retracted position with the wireless communication unit removed; Figure 44 is Figure 40 To the rear end view of the front derailleur illustrated in FIG. 43, which shows that the chain guide is in the retracted position, and the wireless communication unit is removed, and a portion of the housing for the electrically actuated unit is removed; 45 is the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 40 to 44 a body diagram showing the electrical connection of the wireless communication unit (electric male connector) plugged into the electrical connection of the electrical actuation unit (female electrical socket or port); Figure 46 is depicted in Figures 40 to 45 A perspective view of the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur, showing the electrical connection (electrical socket or 埠) of the wireless communication unit receiving the electrical connection of the cable (electric plug Figure 47 is a perspective view of the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur illustrated in Figures 40 to 46, showing that the electrical connectors of the wireless communication unit are vertically disposed; Figure 48 is Figure 40 to Figure 40 Figure 47 is a perspective perspective view of the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur, showing the cover member of the wireless communication unit in an exploded position to expose the electrical connector (mother socket or port) of the wireless communication unit; Figure 49 is a view of the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur illustrated in Figures 41 to 48, showing the electrical connection of the electrical connector (electric male plug connector) of the wireless communication unit to the electrical actuation unit FIG. 50 is an external view of the rear derailleur according to another embodiment, the rear derailleur has a wireless communication unit in an installed position; FIG. 51 is a rear view of FIG. An internal view of the derailleur, wherein the cable is removed from the wireless communication unit; FIG. 52 is an internal perspective view of the base of the rear derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 50 and 51, wherein the wireless communication unit is removed to display electricity Actuating unit's mating electrical connector (mother socket)埠) receiving the electrical connector of the wireless communication unit (electric male connector); FIG. 53 is a perspective view of the wireless communication unit for the rear derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 50 to 52, showing the electrical connection of the wireless communication unit The piece (electric male plug connector) is plugged into the mating electrical connector (female socket or 埠) of the electric actuating unit; Figure 54 is a perspective view of the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur illustrated in Figures 50 to 52, showing the arrangement of the electrical connectors of the wireless communication unit with respect to each other; Figure 55 is a drawing of Figures 50-52 Another perspective view of the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur, showing the electrical connection of the wireless communication unit (electric male connector) plugged into the electrical connection unit of the electric actuation unit (mother socket or 埠) And FIG. 56 is a perspective view of the wireless communication unit for the front derailleur illustrated in FIGS. 50 to 52, showing the electrical connector of the electrical connector (mother electrical socket or port) receiving cable of the wireless communication unit. (electric male plug connector).

Selected embodiments will now be explained with reference to the drawings. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art in the field of bicycles that the following description of the embodiments is intended to be illustrative only and not to limit the scope of the invention. .

Referring first to Figure 1, bicycle 1 is depicted as being equipped with a wireless communication system 10, in accordance with a first embodiment. In Fig. 1, the bicycle 1 is a double-suspension (off-road) bicycle. However, the wireless communication system 10 discussed herein is not limited to the illustrated bicycle, but can be adapted to other types of bicycles, such as road bicycles having a drop handlebar.

The bicycle 1 includes a main bicycle frame 12 and a front suspension fork (suspension fork) 14 (i.e., bicycle front suspension), rear rocker arm 16, rear shock absorber 18 (i.e., bicycle rear suspension) and adjustable seatpost 20. The handlebar 22 is fixed to the top of the front suspension fork 14 to operate the bicycle 1. The lower end of the front suspension fork 14 rotatably supports the front wheel 24. The rear rocker arm 16 is pivotally mounted to the main bicycle frame 12 and rotatably supports the rear wheel 26. A bicycle seat or seat cushion 28 is mounted to the adjustable seatpost 20 that is adjustably mounted to the main bicycle frame 12. The bicycle 1 further includes a drive train having a front pedal crankset 30, a rear sprocket cassette 32, and a chain 34. The bicycle 1 further includes a power supply unit 38 (i.e., a rechargeable battery). The bicycle 1 further includes a front derailleur 40 and a rear derailleur 42 for changing the gear position of the drive unit. The front derailleur 40 is mounted to the main bicycle frame 12, and the rear derailleur 42 is mounted to the rear rocker arm 16.

In the illustrated embodiment, the front suspension fork 14, the rear suspension 18, the adjustable seatpost 20, the front derailleur 40, and the rear derailleur 42 are examples of bicycle electrical components that are at least two Adjustable between operating modes. Thus, in some instances herein, the front suspension fork 14, the rear suspension 18, the adjustable seatpost 20, the front derailleur 40, and the rear derailleur 42 will collectively be referred to as bicycle electrical components. As explained below, bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40, and 42 are constructed for both wireless communication and for wired communication. In Figure 1, bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40 and 42 are set up for wireless communication. Since the bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40 and 42 as illustrated herein are well known in the bicycle field, bicycles Electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40, and 42 will only be discussed to the extent that they need to be understood to modify the invention. Moreover, bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40, and 42 are not limited to the electric bicycle assemblies and special arrangements disclosed herein. Rather, the wireless communication system 10 can have any combination of bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40, and 42, and other bicycle electrical components (not shown) as desired and/or desired.

As seen in FIG. 2, the handlebar 22 is provided with a bicycle computer 44, a first electrical component operating device 46, and a second electrical component operating device 48. The bicycle code table 44, the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48 form a control portion of the wireless communication system 10 that controls the front suspension fork 14, the rear suspension 18, the adjustable seatpost 20, the front The operation of the derailleur 40 and the rear derailleur 42. Bicycle 10 additionally includes many other components that are typically mounted on the bicycle, but are not related to the wireless communication system 10 discussed herein.

As seen in Fig. 2, the first electrical component operating device 46 includes a first manually operated input member SW1 and the second electrical component operating device 48 includes a second manually operated input member SW2. The first manual operation input member SW1 and the second manual operation input member SW2 can be used to control one or two bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40, and 42. At least one of the input members SW1 and SW2 can include a wireless communicator to transmit a wireless signal, such as a variable speed signal, to a wireless communication unit as in the present invention.

Here, the bicycle code table 44 includes a wireless communication unit (not shown) for wirelessly transmitting signals and data based on operation signals from the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. And/or received to bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40, and 42. Therefore, the wireless communication unit of the bicycle code table 44 is a two-way wireless communication unit that uses a wireless receiver and a wireless transmitter for two-way wireless communication. In the illustrated embodiment, the bicycle code table 44 includes an electrical cord communication port 44a that is plugged into the electrical cord 44b for transmitting control signals via the electrical line 44b using power line communication. To a wiring junction (not shown). Thus, the bicycle code table 44 can be used for wireless communication and/or power line communication as needed and / or desired. Of course, in a purely wireless configuration, communication between the bicycle code table 44 and the bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40, and 42 does not require the wires 44b.

The wireless control signal of bicycle code table 44 can be a radio frequency (RF) signal or any other type of signal known to the bicycle art suitable for wireless communication. It will be appreciated that the second wireless communication unit of bicycle code table 44 can transmit signals at a particular frequency and/or with an identifier such as a special code to distinguish wireless control signals from other wireless control signals. In this manner, the bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40, and 42 can identify which control signals are to be executed and which control signals are to be executed. For example, the front derailleur 40 and the rear derailleur 42 can identify which control signals are upshift signals and which control signals are downshift signals. Therefore, the front derailleur 40 can ignore the control signals for the rear derailleur 42.

Moreover, although the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48 are depicted as being connected by control wires W1 and W2, it will be apparent from this disclosure that the first electrical component is operationally mounted. Each of the set 46 and second electrical component handling devices 48 can include a wireless communication unit (not shown) that communicates directly with the bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40, and 42 or via a bicycle code table 44. It communicates with the bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40 and 42. In the present invention, the wireless communication unit can be used for wireless communication with other devices such as smart phones or personal computers for, for example, updating the firmware stored in the memory provided in at least one of the bicycle electrical components. .

The bicycle code table 44 is programmed to selectively output wireless control signals to selectively control the bicycle electrical components 14, 18, 20, 40 and 42. More specifically, the bicycle code table 44 includes a suspension adjustment program, a seatpost adjustment program, and a shifting program stored in the memory. The bicycle code table 44 is constructed such that the user can select the suspension adjustment mode, the seatpost adjustment mode, and the shift mode. In the suspension adjustment mode, the operation signals output from the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48 are used by the bicycle code table 44 to be stored based on the memory stored in the bicycle code table 44. One or both of the front suspension fork 14 and the rear suspension 18 are selectively controlled by a lifting adjustment program. In the seatpost adjustment mode, the operation signals output from the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48 are used by the bicycle code table 44 to be based on the seatpost stored in the memory of the bicycle code table 44. The adjustable seatpost 20 is selectively controlled by adjusting the program. In the shift mode, the operation signals output from the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48 are used by the bicycle code table 44 to be based on the shifting program stored in the memory of the bicycle code table 44. Selectively controlling one or both of the front derailleur 40 and the rear derailleur 42 One.

Referring now to Figures 3 through 13, the front derailleur 40 will now be discussed in greater detail. Basically, the front derailleur 40 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support structure 50, a movable member 52, an electrically actuated unit 54, and a wireless communication unit 56. Here, the movable member 52 includes a chain guide 52a. As seen in Figures 3 and 4, the chain guide 52a is operatively coupled to the electrically actuated unit 54 to bring the chain guide 52a in the first (retracted) position and the second by the linkage 57. (Extended) Move between positions. Also, the front derailleur 40 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 58 that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 54 to the bicycle frame 12. Alternatively, the electric actuation unit 54 can be mounted directly to the bicycle frame 12. The base member 58 is constructed to support the electrically actuated unit 54. Further, the base member 58 is constructed to support the chain guide 52a via the link set 57.

As seen in FIGS. 5-8, a cable (power supply line) PLC1 has a first end that is removably coupled to the electric actuation unit 54 for supplying power from the power supply unit 38. The cable PLC1 has a second end that is removably coupled to a wiring terminal (not shown) for receiving power and/or control signals via power line communication. When the wireless communication unit 56 is mounted on the front derailleur 40 and wirelessly receives control signals from the bicycle code table 44, the cable PLC1 supplies power only to the electric actuation unit 54. However, when the wireless communication unit 56 is not installed or is not in use, the cable PLC1 can be used to transmit control signals from the bicycle code table 44 to the electricity via the wires 44b and wiring wiring members (not shown) using power line communication. Actuating unit 54.

In the front derailleur 40, the support structure 50 is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 54 and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 56. In particular, the wireless communication unit 56 includes a first housing 60. The electric actuation unit 54 includes a second housing 62. The second housing 62 is different from the first housing 60 (ie, the first housing 60 and the second housing 62 are separate and distinct members). The support structure 50 is disposed on at least one of the first housing 60 and the second housing 62. Here, the support structure 50 includes a mating portion 50a (projecting portion) for engaging the second housing 62 and/or the base member 58. The support structure 50 includes a first space 50b formed between the base member 58 and the second housing 62 of the electrically actuated unit 54, and the mating portion 50a of the first housing 60 will be supported within the first space 50b. As seen in Figures 7 and 8, the first housing 60 is constructed to be inserted into the first space 50b.

As best seen in Fig. 12, the support structure 50 includes a first fastening structure 60a and a second fastening structure 58a that removably engages the first fastening structure 60a. In the front derailleur 40, the first fastening structure 60a is disposed on the first housing 60, and the second fastening structure 58a is disposed on the base member 58. Alternatively, the first fastening structure 60a can be configured to engage a second fastening structure disposed on the second housing 62 of the electrically actuated unit 54. One of the first fastening structure 60a and the second fastening structure 58a includes a latch, and the other of the first fastening structure 60a and the second fastening structure 58a includes a buckle. In the front derailleur 40, the first fastening structure 60a is a latch and the second fastening structure 58a is a snap. In this manner, the support structure 50 removably supports the wireless communication unit 56 to the front derailleur 40 (self Car battery components). Instead of a snap-fit connection, or in addition to a snap-fit connection, a screw and threaded-hole connection can be used to removably support the wireless communication unit 56 to the front derailleur 40.

Referring to FIGS. 9-11, the wireless communication unit 56 includes a pair of first electrical contacts 64. The wireless communication unit 56 further includes a wireless communication member 66 that is housed within the first housing 60. The first electrical contact 64 is electrically coupled to the wireless communication member 66. The wireless communication member 66 is a printed circuit board on which a two-way wireless communication circuit is printed. Preferably, the printed circuit board of the wireless communication component 66 includes an antenna for transmitting and receiving wireless signals. The wireless communication unit 56 further includes a pair of cushioning members 68 for stabilizing the wireless communication member 66 within the first housing 60.

As seen in FIG. 12, the electrically actuated unit 54 includes a pair of second electrical contacts 70. The second electrical contact 70 is constructed to electrically connect the first electrical contact 64 in a state in which the first housing 60 is disposed in the first space 50b. In the front derailleur 40, the second electrical contact 70 is a spring-loaded contact. The second electrical contact 70 is disposed on the connecting surface 62a facing the insertion direction of the first housing 60 into the first space 50b.

One of the wireless communication unit 56 and the electric actuation unit 54 includes a seal 72 that is constructed to surround the first electrical contact 64 and the second in a state where the first housing 60 is attached to the second housing 62. Electrical contact 70. The seal 72 is an elastomeric member in the form of an O-ring that is disposed on the attachment surface 60b of the first housing 60 to surround the first electrical contact 64. Alternatively, the seal 72 can be mounted to the second housing 62. The second housing 62 of the electrically actuated unit 54 together with the second electrical contact 70 defines an electrical raft 73 that receives A portion of the first housing 60 that defines the attachment surface 60b.

As seen in FIG. 13, the electrically actuated unit 54 has a printed circuit board 74 and a first electrical port 76 that is electrically coupled to the printed circuit board 74. The first battery 76 is constructed to be removably and reconnectable to the electrical connections of the connected cable PLC1. The second electrical contact 70 is also electrically connected to the printed circuit board 74. The electrically actuated unit 54 further includes a controller 78 that is disposed on the printed circuit board 74. The controller 78 includes a central processing unit (CPU). Preferably, the electrically actuated unit 54 further includes one or more storage devices such as a ROM (Read Only Memory) device, a RAM (Random Access Memory) device, and/or a FLASH memory device.

As seen in FIG. 13, the electrically actuated unit 54 includes an electric actuator 80 that is received within the second housing 62. The electric actuator 80 is electrically connected to the printed circuit board 74. In the front derailleur 40, the electric actuator 80 is a reversible electric motor. The electric actuator 80 is constructed to actuate the movable member 52. The electric actuation unit 54 further includes a gear reduction unit 82 that is coupled to the electric actuator 80 and transmits a rotational motion of the output shaft of the electric actuator 80 to the rocking motion of the chain guide 52a via the linkage 54. A position sensor (not shown) is provided to the gear reduction unit 82 to detect the amount of rotational motion output by the gear reduction unit 82. The printed circuit board 74 is provided with an actuator driver (not shown) for controlling the electric actuator 80, and a position detecting circuit (not shown) for determining the amount of rotational motion output by the gear reduction unit 82. Position sensors, actuator (motor) drivers, and position detection circuits are well known in the bicycle field and will not be discussed herein.

Referring now to Figures 14 and 15, the front derailleur 140 in accordance with the second embodiment will now be discussed. The front derailleur 140 can be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 in place of the front derailleur 40 for operation by one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. Basically, the front derailleur 140 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support structure 150, a movable member 152, an electrically actuated unit 154, and a wireless communication unit 156. Here, the front derailleur 140 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 158 that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 154 to the bicycle frame 12. Alternatively, the electric actuation unit 154 can be mounted directly to the bicycle frame 12. Again, the moveable member 152 includes a chain guide 152a that is operatively coupled to the electrical actuation unit 154 to position the chain guide 152a in a first position and a second similar to the first embodiment discussed above Move between positions.

Here, in the second embodiment, the front derailleur 140 is identical to the front derailleur 40 discussed above except that the support structure 150 and the electrically actuated unit 154 have been modified such that the wireless communication unit 156 is directly mounted to The electric communication unit 154 includes a pair of cable wires PLC1 and PLC2 (power line communication lines) electrically connected to a printed circuit board of a wireless communication member (not shown) inside the wireless communication unit 156, and Not the electrical contact of the wireless communication unit 56.

In the front derailleur 140, the support structure 150 is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 154 and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 156. In particular, the wireless communication unit 156 includes a first housing 160. The electrically actuated unit 154 includes a second housing 162. Support structure 150 includes a mating portion A portion 150a (projecting portion) for engaging the second housing 162. The support structure 150 includes a recess 150b in which the mating portion 150a of the first housing 160 is to be supported. The recess 150b is formed on the second housing 162. In the front derailleur 140, the second housing 162 has a frame-facing surface 163 that has a recess 150b. The frame-facing surface 163 is constructed to be directed to the bicycle frame 12 in a state where the front derailleur 140 (i.e., the bicycle electric component) is mounted to the bicycle frame 12.

The support structure 150 removably supports the wireless communication unit 156 to the front derailleur 140 (bicycle electrical component). Similar to the first embodiment, the support structure 150 includes a first fastening structure 160a and a second fastening structure 162a that removably engages the first fastening structure 160a. In the front derailleur 140, the first fastening structure 160a is disposed on the first housing 160, and the second fastening structure 162a is disposed on the second housing 162. In the front derailleur 140, the first fastening structure 160a is a latch and the second fastening structure 162a is a snap. In this manner, the support structure 150 removably supports the wireless communication unit 156 to the front derailleur 140 (bicycle electrical assembly).

In the front derailleur 140, the wireless communication unit 156 includes a wireless communication member 166 that is housed within the first housing 160. The wireless communication component 166 is a printed circuit board on which a two-way wireless communication circuit is printed. Preferably, the printed circuit board of the wireless communication component 166 includes an antenna for transmitting and receiving wireless signals. The cable wires PLC1 and PLC2 of the wireless communication unit 156 are non-removably connected to the printed circuit board of the wireless communication member 166. The cable PLC1 is constructed to be plugged into a wiring junction (not shown), and the cable PLC1 is constructed to be plugged into the electrically actuated unit 154 of the electric 埠 176. In this manner, the power supply unit 38 supplies power to the electric actuation unit 154 and the wireless communication unit 156.

Although the wireless communication unit 156 includes the cable lines PLC1 and PLC2, it will be apparent from this disclosure that other wiring configurations are possible. Basically, the wireless communication unit 156 includes at least one of an electric power (plug-in terminal) and a cable, which is disposed at the first housing 160. Accordingly, the electrically actuated unit 154 includes at least one electrical raft that is disposed at the second housing 162. The at least one electric power of the electric actuation unit 154 is constructed to constitute at least one of an electric power cable and a cable wire electrically connected to the wireless communication unit 156.

Referring now to Figures 16 and 17, a front derailleur 240 in accordance with a first variation of the second embodiment will now be discussed. The front derailleur 240 can be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 in place of the front derailleur 40 for operation by one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. Basically, the front derailleur 240 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support structure 250, a movable member 252, an electrically actuated unit 254, and a wireless communication unit 256. Here, the front derailleur 240 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 258 that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 254 to the bicycle frame 12. Alternatively, the electric actuation unit 254 can be mounted directly to the bicycle frame 12 . Again, the movable member 252 includes a chain guide 252a that is operatively coupled to the electrical actuation unit 254 to position the chain guide 252a in a first position and a second similar to the first embodiment discussed above Move between positions.

Here, in a first variation of the second embodiment, the front derailleur 240 is identical to the front derailleur 140 discussed above except for the cable The PLC 2 can be removed from the terminals of the wireless communication unit 256 instead of being non-removably wired to the printed circuit board of the wireless communication unit 156.

In the front derailleur 240, the support structure 250 is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 254 and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 256. In particular, the wireless communication unit 256 includes a first housing 260. The electric actuation unit 254 includes a second housing 262. The support structure 250 includes a mating portion 250a (projecting portion) for engaging the second housing 262. The support structure 250 includes a recess 250b in which the mating portion 250a of the first housing 260 is to be supported. The recess 250b is formed on the second housing 262. In the front derailleur 240, the second housing 262 has a frame-facing surface 263 that has a recess 250b. The frame-facing surface 263 is constructed to be directed to the bicycle frame 12 in a state where the front derailleur 240 (i.e., the bicycle electric component) is mounted to the bicycle frame 12.

The support structure 250 removably supports the wireless communication unit 256 to the front derailleur 240 (bicycle electrical component). Similar to the first embodiment, the support structure 250 includes a first fastening structure 260a and a second fastening structure 262a that removably engages the first fastening structure 260a. In the front derailleur 140, the first fastening structure 260a is disposed on the first housing 160, and the second fastening structure 262a is disposed on the second housing 262. In the front derailleur 240, the first fastening structure 260a is a latch and the second fastening structure 262a is a snap. In this manner, the support structure 250 removably supports the wireless communication unit 256 to the front derailleur 240 (bicycle electrical assembly).

In the front derailleur 240, the wireless communication unit 256 includes a wireless communication member 266 that is housed within the first housing 260. Wireless communication The signal component 266 is a printed circuit board on which a two-way wireless communication circuit is printed. Preferably, the printed circuit board of wireless communication component 266 includes an antenna that transmits and receives wireless signals. The cable PLC1 has a first end that is constructed to be plugged into the power port 256a (plug-in terminal) of the wireless communication unit 256, and is constructed to be plugged into the second end of the wiring terminal. The cable PLC2 of the wireless communication unit 256 has a first end of the printed circuit board that is non-removably coupled to the wireless communication member 266, and a second of the power 276 that is constructed to be plugged into the electrical actuation unit 254 end. In this manner, the power supply unit 38 supplies power to the electric actuation unit 254 and the wireless communication unit 256.

Referring now to Figures 18 and 19, a front derailleur 340 in accordance with a second variation of the second embodiment will now be discussed. The front derailleur 340 can be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 in place of the front derailleur 40 for operation by one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. Basically, the front derailleur 340 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support structure 350, a movable member 352 (ie, a chain guide), an electrically actuated unit 354, and a wireless communication unit 356. Here, the front derailleur 340 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 358 that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 354 to the bicycle frame 12. Alternatively, the electric actuation unit 354 can be mounted directly to the bicycle frame 12. Again, the moveable member 352 includes a chain guide 352a that is operatively coupled to the electrical actuation unit 354 to position the chain guide 352a in a first position and a second, similar to the first embodiment discussed above. Move between positions.

Here, in this embodiment, the front derailleur 340 is equivalent to The front derailleur 140 discussed above, except that the wiring configuration has been modified, causes the cable PLC1 to be plugged into the first electrical port 376 of the electrically actuated unit 354, and the cable PLC2 is plugged into the electrically actuated unit The second power 353 of 354 is in the middle. The electric rafts 373 and 376 are equivalent to the electric rafts 73 and 76 of the first embodiment discussed above. Here, the cable PLC1 has a first end that is constructed to be plugged into the electric actuator 376 of the electric actuation unit 254, and is constructed to be plugged into a second end of the wiring terminal (not shown). . The cable PLC2 has a first end of a printed circuit board that is non-removably coupled to the wireless communication member 366, and a second end that is configured to be plugged into the power 373 of the electrical actuation unit 254. In this manner, the power supply unit 38 supplies power to the electric actuation unit 254 and the wireless communication unit 256 via the cable lines PLC1 and PLC2.

Referring now to Figures 20 and 21, a front derailleur 440 in accordance with a third variation of the second embodiment will now be discussed. However, in view of the similarity between the third modification of the second embodiment and the second embodiment, the following description will focus on differences from the second embodiment. The front derailleur 440 can be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 in place of the front derailleur 40 for operation by one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. Basically, the front derailleur 440 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support structure 450, a movable member 452, an electrically actuated unit 454, and a wireless communication unit 456. Here, the front derailleur 440 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 458 that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 454 to the bicycle frame 12. Alternatively, the electric actuation unit 454 can be mounted directly to the bicycle frame 12 . Also, the movable member 452 includes a chain guide 452a, It is operatively coupled to the electrical actuation unit 454 to move the chain guide 452a between the first position and the second position similar to the first embodiment discussed above.

In the front derailleur 440, the support structure 450 is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 454 and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 456. In particular, the wireless communication unit 456 includes a first housing 460. The electrically actuated unit 454 includes a second housing 462. The support structure 450 includes a mating portion 450a (projecting portion) for engaging the second housing 462. The support structure 450 includes a recess 450b in which the mating portion 450a of the first housing 460 is to be supported. The recess 450b is formed on the second housing 462. The support structure 450 removably supports the wireless communication unit 456 to the front derailleur 440 (bicycle electrical component).

Here, in a third variation of the second embodiment, the front derailleur 440 is identical to the front derailleur 340 discussed above, except that the wireless communication unit 456 is provided with a pair of spring loaded first electrical contacts 464, And the electrically actuated unit 454 is provided with a pair of exposed second electrical contacts 470. When the wireless communication unit 456 is mounted on the electrical actuation unit 454, the exposed second electrical contact 470 is contacted by the spring loaded first electrical contact 464.

A seal 472 is provided on the second housing 462 in the recess 450b to protect the electrical connection between the first electrical contact 464 and the second electrical contact 470 from contamination. The seal 472 is constructed to surround the first joint 464 and the second joint 470 in a state where the first housing 460 is attached to the second housing 462.

Referring now to Figures 22 and 23, it will now be discussed in accordance with the second A front derailleur 540 of a fourth variation of the embodiment. The front derailleur 540 can be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 in place of the front derailleur 40 for operation by one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. Basically, the front derailleur 540 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support structure 550, a movable member 552 (ie, a chain guide), an electrically actuated unit 554, and a wireless communication unit 556. Here, the front derailleur 540 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 558 that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 554 to the bicycle frame 12. Alternatively, the electric actuation unit 554 can be mounted directly to the bicycle frame 12. Again, the movable member 552 includes a chain guide 552a operatively coupled to the electrical actuation unit 554 to position the chain guide 552a in a first position and a second similar to the first embodiment discussed above Move between positions.

In the front derailleur 540, the support structure 550 is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 554 and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 556. In particular, the wireless communication unit 556 includes a first housing 560. The electrically actuated unit 554 includes a second housing 562. The support structure 550 includes a mating portion 550a (projecting portion) for engaging the second housing 562. The support structure 550 includes a recess 550b in which the mating portion 550a of the first housing 560 is to be supported. The recess 550b is formed on the second housing 562. The support structure 550 removably supports the wireless communication unit 556 to the front derailleur 540 (bicycle electrical component).

Here, in this embodiment, the front derailleur 540 is equivalent to the front derailleur 440 discussed above, except that the electric actuation unit 554 is provided with a cable 555, and the wireless communication unit 556 is provided for detachable and Reattachable The electrical connector 557 is mated with the electrical connector 555a of the cable 555.

A seal 572 is provided on the second housing 562 in the recess 550b to protect the electrical connection between the electrical connector 555a and the electrical connector 557 from contamination. The seal 572 is constructed to surround the first and second electrical contacts of the electrical connector 555a and the electrical connector 557 in a state where the first housing 560 is attached to the second housing 562.

Referring now to Figures 24 and 25, a front derailleur 640 in accordance with a third embodiment will now be discussed. The front derailleur 640 can be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 in place of the front derailleur 40 for operation by one or both of the first electrical component handling device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. Basically, the front derailleur 640 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support structure 650, a movable member 652 (ie, a chain guide), an electrically actuated unit 654, and a wireless communication unit 656. Here, the front derailleur 640 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 658 that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 654 to the bicycle frame 12. Alternatively, the electric actuation unit 654 can be mounted directly to the bicycle frame 12 . Again, the moveable member 652 includes a chain guide 652a operatively coupled to the electrical actuation unit 654 to position the chain guide 652a in a first position and a second similar to the first embodiment discussed above Move between positions.

In the front derailleur 640, the support structure 650 is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 654 and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 656. In particular, the wireless communication unit 656 includes a first housing 660. The electrically actuated unit 654 includes a second housing 662. The support structure 650 includes a mating portion A portion 650a (projecting portion) for engaging the second housing 662. The support structure 650 includes a second space 650b formed in the second housing 662 of the electrically actuated unit 654 for receiving the mating portion 650a of the first housing 660. The first housing 660 is constructed to be inserted into the second space 650b. The support structure 650 removably supports the wireless communication unit 656 to the front derailleur 640 (bicycle electrical component). In this embodiment, the first housing 660 can be omitted, and the second housing 662 can be the first housing that houses the wireless communication member 666 of the wireless communication unit 656 as an integral component.

The wireless communication unit 656 includes a plurality of first electrical contacts 664 that are disposed on the first housing 660. The electrical actuation unit 654 includes a plurality of second electrical contacts 670 disposed within the interior of the second space 650b. The second electrical contact 670 is constructed to electrically contact the first electrical contact 664 in a state in which the first housing 660 is disposed in the second space 650b.

The second housing 662 includes a cover 671 that is constructed to close the opening 650c of the second space 650b. Here, the cover 671 is hingedly mounted to the second housing 662 between the closed position and the open position. The cover 671 is provided with a latch that engages the snap of the second housing 662 such that the cover 671 is held in the closed position by the snap connection. The electric actuation unit 654 includes a seal 672 that is configured to seal the interface between the surrounding opening 650c of the second housing 662 and the cover 671 in a state where the cover 671 closes the opening 650c.

Therefore, the cover 671 is constructed to cover the second electrical contact 670 disposed on the second housing 662 when the first electrical contact 664 of the wireless communication unit 656 is removed from the second electrical contact 670. . In this way, cover The cover 671 protects the second electrical contact 670 if the wireless communication unit 656 is not in use (i.e., when the electrical wiring communication system is in use).

Referring now to Figure 26, a front derailleur 740 in accordance with a fourth embodiment will now be discussed. The front derailleur 740 can be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 in place of the front derailleur 40 for operation by one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. Here, the front derailleur 740 (bicycle electric component) includes a power supply unit 738 and a power supply bracket 739. In the front derailleur 740, the support structure 750 is defined by the power supply unit 738 and the power supply bracket 739. Therefore, in the front derailleur 740, when the current derailleur 740 is mounted to the bicycle frame 12, electric power is not supplied by the electric power supply unit 38.

Basically, the front derailleur 740 (bicycle electrical component) includes a moveable member 752, an electrically actuated unit 754, and a wireless communication unit 756. Here, the front derailleur 740 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 758 that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 754 to the bicycle frame 12. Alternatively, the electric actuation unit 754 can be mounted directly to the bicycle frame 12 . Again, the moveable member 752 includes a chain guide 752a that is operatively coupled to the electrical actuation unit 754 to position the chain guide 752a in a first position and a second, similar to the first embodiment discussed above Move between positions. The support structure 750 (ie, the power supply unit 738 and the power supply bracket 739) supports the wireless communication unit 756 to the bicycle frame 12.

In the front derailleur 740, the wireless communication unit 756 includes a first housing 760 for receiving the wireless communication component 766. The electrically actuated unit 754 includes a second housing 762. Wireless communication unit 756 is similar to the above The wireless communication unit 56 is discussed in that the wireless communication unit 756 is plugged into the recess of the power supply unit 738 to be electrically connected to the electrical actuation unit 754. The first housing 760 and the power supply unit 738 have a snap-fit connection similar to the first embodiment to retain the first housing 760 in the recess of the power supply unit 738. In this manner, the first housing 760 is constructed to be removably supported in the power supply unit 738.

As mentioned above, the wireless communication unit 756 is similar to the wireless communication unit 56 discussed above, and thus, the wireless communication unit 756 includes a wireless communication component 766 and a first electrical contact (not shown). Since the wireless communication unit 756 is supported by the power supply unit 738, the power supply unit 738 is constructed to accommodate the wireless communication component 766. In this embodiment, the first housing 760 can be omitted and the housing of the power supply bracket as an integral member can be the first housing of the wireless communication unit 756 that can accommodate the wireless communication member 66.

The power supply unit 738 is constructed to supply power to the electric actuation unit 754 via the cable PLC1. The cable PLC1 also provides control signals from the wireless communication unit 756 to the electrical actuation unit 754 using power line communication. The power supply bracket 739 is constructed to mount the power supply unit 738 to the front derailleur 740 (bicycle electric component). The power supply bracket 739 is also constructed as a support structure in this embodiment to support the wireless communication unit 756 to the front derailleur 740 (bicycle electrical component). In other words, the power supply bracket 739 constitutes the support structure 750 in this embodiment. The front derailleur 740 is substantially identical to the front derailleur 40 except that the wireless communication unit 756 is now supported by the battery holder 739 and the electrically actuated unit 754 The power and control signals used are supplied via the cable PLC1 using power line communication.

The front derailleur 740 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a fastener F that is configured to secure the base member 758 to the bicycle frame 12. The power supply bracket 739 includes a mounting portion 739a that is constructed to be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 by fasteners F. Therefore, the power supply bracket 739 is fixed to the bicycle frame 12 by the fastener F together with the base member 758.

The electrically actuated unit 754 includes at least one electric raft 776 that is disposed at the second housing 762. The power supply unit 738 includes at least one of an electric power cable and a cable (ie, electric power 777). One end of the cable PLC1 is plugged into the power 776 of the electric actuation unit 754, and the other end of the cable PLC1 is plugged into the power 777 of the power supply unit 738. The cable PLC1 receives both power from the power supply unit 738 and data (control signals) from the wireless communication unit 756 via the power 777. Alternatively, one or both ends of the cable line PLC1 can be non-removably connected between the power supply unit 738 and the electric actuation unit 754.

Referring now to Figure 27, a front derailleur 840 in accordance with a fourth embodiment will now be discussed. The front derailleur 840 can be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 in place of the front derailleur 40 for operation by one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. Here, the front derailleur 840 (bicycle electric component) includes a power supply unit 838 and a power supply bracket 839. Therefore, in the front derailleur 840, when the current derailleur 840 is mounted to the bicycle frame 12, the electric power is not supplied by the electric power. Unit 38 is supplied.

Basically, the front derailleur 840 (bicycle electrical component) includes a movable member 852, an electrically actuated unit 854, and a wireless communication unit 856. Here, the front derailleur 840 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 858 that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 854 to the bicycle frame 12. In the front derailleur 840, the base member 858 is a hinged clamp that is attached to the seat tube of the bicycle frame 12. Again, the movable member 852 includes a chain guide 852a that is operatively coupled to the electrical actuation unit 854 to position the chain guide 852a in a first position and a second similar to the first embodiment discussed above Move between positions.

In the front derailleur 840, the support structure 850 is defined by the power supply bracket 839. Here, the wireless communication unit 856 includes a first housing 860 for housing the wireless communication component 866. The electrically actuated unit 854 includes a second housing 862. The wireless communication unit 856 is similar to the wireless communication unit 56 discussed above in that the wireless communication unit 856 is plugged into the recess of the power supply bracket 839 to electrically connect to the electrical actuation unit 854. The recesses of the first housing 860 and the power supply bracket 839 of the wireless communication unit 856 have a snap-fit connection similar to the first embodiment to retain the first housing 860 in the recess of the power supply bracket 839. In this manner, the first housing 860 is constructed to be removably supported by the power supply bracket 839. Alternatively, the wireless communication component 866 is non-removably housed within a power supply bracket that is considered to be the first housing of the wireless communication unit 856.

As mentioned above, the wireless communication unit 856 is similar to the wireless communication unit 56 discussed above, and thus includes the wireless communication component 866. And a first electrical contact (not shown). Since the wireless communication unit 856 is supported by the housing of the power supply bracket 839, the power supply bracket 839 is constructed to accommodate the wireless communication member 866.

The power supply unit 838 is constructed to supply power to the electric actuation unit 854 via the cable PLC1. The cable PLC1 also provides control signals from the wireless communication unit 856 to the electrical actuation unit 854 using power line communication. The power supply bracket 839 is constructed to mount the power supply unit 838 to the front derailleur 840 (bicycle electric component). The power supply bracket 839, as a support structure in this embodiment, is also constructed to support the wireless communication unit 856 to the front derailleur 840 (bicycle electrical component). In other words, the power supply bracket 839 constitutes the support structure in this embodiment. The front derailleur 840 is substantially identical to the front derailleur 40 except that the wireless communication unit 856 is now supported by the battery holder 839, and the power and control signals for the electrically actuated unit 854 are supplied via the cable PLC1 using power line communication. .

The power supply bracket 839 includes a pair of third contacts 865. The power supply unit 838 includes a pair of fourth contacts 867 that are configured to electrically contact the third contacts 865 in a state where the power supply unit 838 is mounted to the power supply bracket 839.

The electrically actuated unit 854 includes at least one electric raft 876 that is disposed at the second housing 862. The power supply unit 838 includes at least one of an electric power cable and a cable (ie, electric power 877). One end of the cable PLC1 is plugged into the power 876 of the electric actuation unit 854, and the other end of the cable PLC1 is plugged into the power supply unit 838. in. The cable PLC1 receives both power from the power supply unit 838 and data (control signals) from the wireless communication unit 856 via the power 877. Alternatively, one or both ends of the cable line PLC1 can be non-removably connected between the power supply unit 838 and the electric actuation unit 854. All of the features of one to four embodiments can be combined if needed and/or desired.

Referring now to Figures 1, 2, 28 and 29, the rear derailleur 42 in accordance with the first embodiment will now be discussed. As seen in Figure 1, the rear derailleur 42 is mounted to the rear rocker arm 16. Here, although the bicycle code table 44 is set to the shift mode, one or both of the first electric component operating device 46 and the second electric component operating device 48 are based on the shifting program stored in the memory of the bicycle code table 44. Can be used to control the rear derailleur 42.

Basically, the rear derailleur 42 (bicycle electrical assembly) includes a support structure 950, a movable member 952, an electrically actuated unit 954, and a wireless communication unit 956. Here, the rear derailleur 42 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 958 that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 954 to the bicycle frame 12. Again, the moveable member 952 includes a chain guide 952a that is operatively coupled to the electric actuation unit 954 to move the chain guide 952a between the first position and the second position.

Here, the electric actuation unit 954 and the wireless communication unit 956 are removably coupled together using the same snap connection as the user of the front derailleur 440. In fact, wireless communication unit 956 is equivalent to wireless communication unit 456 discussed above. Therefore, the wireless communication units 456 and 956 are interchangeable. The wireless communication unit 956 is constructed to be removably supported by An additional bicycle electrical component (e.g., front derailleur 440) that is different from the rear derailleur 42 (bicycle electrical component). Likewise, the wireless communication unit 456 is constructed to be removably supported by an additional bicycle electrical component (e.g., rear derailleur 42) that is different than the front derailleur 440 (bicycle electrical component).

The electrically actuated unit 954 is identical to the electrically actuated unit 54 described above except that the electrically actuated unit 954 is adapted for the configuration of the rear derailleur 42. Regarding the electrical actuation unit 954 and the wireless communication unit 956, in view of the structural similarity between the rear derailleur 42 and the front derailleur 440, the electric actuation unit 954 and the wireless communication unit 956 of the rear derailleur 42 will not Will be discussed or depicted in more detail.

Referring now to Figures 30 and 31, the derailleur 42' will now be discussed in accordance with a variation of the rear derailleur 42. Basically, the rear derailleur 42' (bicycle electrical component) includes a support structure 950', a movable member 952', an electrically actuated unit 954', and a wireless communication unit 956'. Here, the rear derailleur 42' (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 958' that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 954' to the bicycle frame 12. Again, the moveable member 952' includes a chain guide 952a' that is operatively coupled to the electric actuation unit 954' to move the chain guide 952a' between the first position and the second position.

Here, the electric actuation unit 954' and the wireless communication unit 956' are removably coupled together using a hinged cover 971'. Here, the hinged cover 971' is hingedly mounted to the second housing 962' between the closed position and the open position. The hinged cover 971' is provided with a latch that engages the buckle of the second housing 962' such that the hinged cover 971' is connected by a snap fit It is held in the closed position. The rear derailleur 42' uses a cover 971' that is hinged to the user of the front derailleur 640. In fact, the wireless communication unit 956' is equivalent to the wireless communication unit 656 discussed above. Therefore, the wireless communication units 656 and 956' are interchangeable. The wireless communication unit 956' is constructed to be removably supported by an additional bicycle electrical component (e.g., front derailleur 640) that is different from the rear derailleur 42' (bicycle electrical component). Likewise, the wireless communication unit 656' is constructed to be removably supported by an additional bicycle electrical component (e.g., rear derailleur 42') that is different from the front derailleur 640 (bicycle electrical component).

The electrically actuated unit 954' is identical to the electrically actuated unit 54 described above except that the electrically actuated unit 954' is adapted for the configuration of the rear derailleur 42'. With regard to the electrically actuated unit 954' and the wireless communication unit 956', in view of the structural similarity between the rear derailleur 42' and the front derailleur 640, the electrically actuated unit 954' of the rear derailleur 42' and the wireless Communication unit 956' will not be discussed or illustrated in more detail.

Referring now to Figures 1, 32 and 33, an adjustable seatpost 20 in accordance with a first embodiment will now be discussed. As seen in FIG. 1, the adjustable seatpost 20 is mounted to the seat tube of the main frame 12. Here, although the bicycle code table 44 is set to the seatpost adjustment mode, one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48 can be used to be based on the memory of the bicycle code table 44. The stored shifting program controls the adjustable seatpost 20.

Basically, the adjustable seatpost 20 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support member 1050, a movable member 1052 (eg, a valve), an electro-induced The mobile unit 1054 and the wireless communication unit 1056. Here, the adjustable seatpost 20 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 1058 that is configured to mount the electrically actuated unit 1054 to the bicycle frame 12.

In the adjustable seatpost 20, the support structure 1050 is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 1054 and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 1056. In particular, the wireless communication unit 1056 includes a first housing 1060 that forms a first portion of the support structure 1050 in the same manner as the wireless communication unit 456, and the electrically actuated unit 1054 includes a second housing in the same manner as the wireless communication unit 462 Body 1062.

Here, the electrically actuated unit 1054 and the wireless communication unit 1056 are removably coupled together using the same snap connection as the user of the front derailleur 440. In fact, wireless communication unit 1056 is equivalent to wireless communication units 456 and 956 discussed above. Thus, wireless communication units 456, 956, and 1056 are interchangeable.

Referring now to Figures 34 and 35, an adjustable seatpost 20' in accordance with a variation of the adjustable seatpost 20 will now be discussed. Basically, the adjustable seatpost 20' (bicycle electrical assembly) includes a support member 1050', a moveable member 1052' (eg, a valve), an electrically actuated unit 1054', and a wireless communication unit 1056'. Here, the adjustable seatpost 20' (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 1058' that is configured to mount the electrically actuated unit 1054' to the bicycle frame 12.

In the adjustable seatpost 20, the support structure 1050' is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 1054' and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 1056'. In particular, the wireless communication unit 1056' and the wireless communication unit The same manner as 656 includes forming the first housing 1060' of the first portion of the support structure 1050', and the electrically actuated unit 1054' includes the second housing 1062' in the same manner as the wireless communication unit 662'.

Here, the electrically actuated unit 1054' and the wireless communication unit 1056' are removably coupled together using a hinged cover 1071'. Here, the hinged cover 1071' is hingedly mounted to the second housing 1062' between the closed position and the open position. The hinged cover 1071' is provided with a latch that engages the snap of the second housing 1062' such that the hinged cover 1071' is held in the closed position by a snap-fit connection. The rear derailleur 42' uses a cover 1071' that is hinged to the user of the front derailleur 640. In fact, wireless communication unit 1056' is equivalent to wireless communication units 656 and 956' discussed above. Thus, wireless communication units 656, 956' and 1056' are interchangeable.

Referring now to Figures 1, 36 and 37, a rear shock absorber 18 in accordance with a first embodiment will now be discussed. As seen in Figure 1, the rear shock absorber 18 is mounted between the main frame 12 and the rear rocker arm 16. Here, although the bicycle code table 44 is set to the suspension adjustment mode, one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48 are stored based on the memory of the bicycle code table 44. A shifting program can be used to control the rear shock absorber 18.

Basically, the rear shock absorber 18 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support member 1150, a movable member 1152 (eg, a valve), an electrically actuated unit 1154, and a wireless communication unit 1156. Here, the rear shock absorber 18 (bicycle electric component) further includes a base member 1158 which is constructed to be electrically The moving unit 1154 is mounted to the bicycle frame 12.

In the rear shock absorber 18, the support structure 1150 is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 1154 and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 1156. In particular, the wireless communication unit 1156 includes a first housing 1160 that forms a first portion of the support structure 1150 in the same manner as the wireless communication unit 456, and the electrically actuated unit 1154 includes a second housing in the same manner as the wireless communication unit 462 Body 1162.

Here, the electric actuation unit 1154 and the wireless communication unit 1156 are removably coupled together using the same snap connection as the user of the front derailleur 440. In fact, the wireless communication unit 1156 is equivalent to the wireless communication units 456, 956, and 1056 discussed above. Thus, wireless communication units 456, 956, 1056, and 1156 are interchangeable.

Referring now to Figures 38 and 39, a rear shock absorber 18' in accordance with a variation of the rear shock absorber 18 will now be discussed. Basically, the rear shock absorber 18' (bicycle electrical component) includes a support member 1150', a movable member 1152' (eg, a valve), an electrically actuated unit 1154', and a wireless communication unit 1156'. Here, the rear shock absorber 18' (bicycle electrical component) further includes a base member 1158' that is configured to mount the electric actuation unit 1154' to the bicycle frame 12.

In the rear shock absorber 18, the support structure 1150' is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 1154' and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 1156'. In particular, the wireless communication unit 1156' includes a first housing 1160' that forms a first portion of the support structure 1150' in the same manner as the wireless communication unit 656, and the electrically actuated unit 1154' is in communication with the wireless communication unit 662' The same manner includes the second housing 1162.

Here, the electrically actuated unit 1154' and the wireless communication unit 1156' are removably coupled together using a hinged cover 1171 '. Here, the hinged cover 1171' is hingedly mounted to the second housing 1162' between a closed position and an open position. The hinged covering member 1171' is provided with a latch that engages the buckle of the second housing 1162' such that the hinged covering member 1171' is held in the closed position by the snap-fit connection. The rear derailleur 42' uses a cover 1071' that is hinged to the user of the front derailleur 640. In fact, the wireless communication unit 1056' is equivalent to the wireless communication units 656, 956' and 1156' discussed above. Thus, wireless communication units 656, 956', 1056', and 1156' are interchangeable.

Referring now to Figures 40 through 49, a front derailleur 1240 in accordance with another embodiment will now be discussed. The front derailleur 1240 can be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 in place of the front derailleur 40 for operation by one or both of the first electrical component handling device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. The front derailleur 1240 can receive control signals from one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48 wirelessly or using power line communication. The basic operation of the front derailleur 1240 is equivalent to the front derailleur 40.

The front derailleur 1240 is substantially identical to the front derailleur 40 except that the power supply connection has been modified and the wireless communication unit mounting structure has been modified. In view of the similarities between the front derailleurs 40 and 1240, substantially equivalent to or identical to the corresponding structure of the front derailleur 40, the structure of the derailleur 1240 will not be discussed herein for the sake of brevity.

Basically, the front derailleur 1240 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support structure 1250, a movable member 1252, an electrically actuated unit 1254, and a wireless communication unit 1256. Movable member 1252 is operatively coupled to electrical actuation unit 1254 to move movable member 1252 in a first (retracted) position and a second (extended) position by linkage set 1257. Here, the front derailleur 1240 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 1258 that is configured to support the electrically actuated unit 1254 relative to the bicycle frame 12. Alternatively, the electrically actuated unit 1254 can be mounted directly to the bicycle frame 12. Again, the moveable member 1252 includes a chain guide 1252a that moves the chain guide 1252a between a first position and a second position similar to the first embodiment discussed above. Thus, the base member 1258 is also constructed to support the chain guide 1252a relative to the bicycle frame 12.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 40 to 42. The cable (power supply line) PLC is directly connected (ie, plugged in) to the electrically actuated unit 1254 (see Figure 42) or directly connected (i.e., plugged in) to the wireless Communication unit 1256 (refer to Figure 40). In particular, the cable (power supply line) PLC has a first end that is removably coupled to the electrical actuation unit 1254 for supplying power from a power supply unit (eg, the power supply unit 38 of FIG. 1) . Similar to the first embodiment, the cable PLC has a second end that is removably coupled to a wiring harness (not shown) for receiving power and/or control signals via power line communication. When the wireless communication unit 1256 is mounted on the front derailleur 1240 and wirelessly receives control signals from one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48, The cable PLC can be used to supply power only to the electrical actuation unit 1254. However, when the wireless communication unit 1256 is not installed or is not in use, the cable PLC can be used to use the power line communication to control the control signal from one of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. Or both are transmitted to the electrical actuation unit 1254. However, even when the wireless communication unit 1256 is mounted on the front derailleur 1240, the cable PLC can be used to supply power to the electric actuation unit 1254, and from the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical The control signal of one or both of the components operating device 48. In such an instance, the wireless communication unit 1256 can be used for wireless communication with other devices such as smart phones or personal computers for, for example, updating memory stored in at least one of the bicycle electrical components. Firmware.

In the front derailleur 1240, the support structure 1250 is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 1254 and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 1256. In particular, the wireless communication unit 1256 includes a first housing 1260. The electrically actuated unit 1254 includes a second housing 1262. The second housing 1262 is different from the first housing 1260 (ie, the first housing 1260 and the second housing 62 are separate and distinct members). The support structure 1250 is disposed on at least one of the first housing 1260 and the second housing 1262. Here, the support structure 1250 includes a mating portion 1250a (projecting portion) for engaging the second housing 1262. The support structure 1250 includes a first space 1250b formed by the second housing 1262 of the electrically actuated unit 1254, and the mating portion 1250a of the first housing 1260 will be supported within the first space 1250b.

Referring now to FIGS. 45-49, the wireless communication unit 1256 includes an electrical connector 1264 that is configured to be plugged into the second housing 1262 of the electrical actuation unit 1254. Here, the electrical connector 1264 is an electrical male connector such as an SD50 male electrical connector. The wireless communication unit 1256 further includes a wireless communication component 1266 that is housed within the first housing 1260. Electrical connector 1264 is electrically coupled to wireless communication component 1266. Wireless communication component 1266 includes a printed circuit board having a two-way wireless communication circuit printed thereon. Preferably, the printed circuit board of the wireless communication component 1266 includes an antenna for transmitting and receiving wireless signals.

As seen in Figures 46 and 47, the wireless communication unit 1256 includes at least one power port 1268 that is constructed to be connected to the cable PLC (see Figure 42). Here, the electric cymbal 1268 is an electric socket or cymbal such as an SD50 female electric socket. In this manner, wireless communication unit 1256 can receive power from a power supply unit (eg, power supply unit 38 of FIG. 1).

As seen in Figures 42-44, the electrically actuated unit 1254 includes at least one electrical raft 1270 that is constructed to be connected to the electrical connector 1264 of the wireless communication unit 1256. The electric raft 1270 is constructed to be electrically connected to the electrical connector 1264 with the first housing 1260 disposed in the first space 1250b. Here, the electric cymbal 1270 is an electric socket or cymbal such as an SD50 female electric socket. Thus, in this embodiment, the electrical connector 1264 mates with the power 1270 to establish an electrical connection between the electrical actuation unit 1254 and the wireless communication unit 1256. Moreover, the mating connection between the electrically actuated unit 1254 and the wireless communication unit 1256 maintains the wireless communication unit in the electrical On the moving unit 1254.

At least one electrical switch 1270 of the electrical actuation unit 1254 is configured to be selectively coupled to the cable PLC when the electrical connector 1264 of the wireless communication unit 1256 is disconnected from the at least one electrical switch 1270 of the electrical actuation unit 1254.

As seen in Figures 40, 42 and 46, the wireless communication unit 1256 electrical connector 1264 is constructed to form an electrical power 1270 that is coupled to the electrical actuation unit 1254 in a first connection direction D1, and the electrical communication unit 1256 is electrically The crucible 1268 is constructed to be connected to the cable line PLC in a second connection direction D2 different in the first connection direction D1. In the illustrated embodiment, the first connection direction D1 is perpendicular to the second connection direction D2. At least one of the electrical actuation unit 1254 and the at least one electrical power supply 1268 of the wireless communication unit 1256 have the same electrical connector mating structure. In this manner, the cable PLC can be selectively plugged into the power of the electrical actuation unit 1254, or the electrical power 1268 of the wireless communication unit 1256. Although in the illustrated embodiment, the cable PLC is plugged into the power 1268 of the wireless communication unit 1256, it will be apparent from this disclosure that the cable PLC can be in the first housing 1260 of the wireless communication unit 1256. The middle is directly wired to the wireless communication component 1266. In other words, the wireless communication unit 1256 includes at least one of an electric power cable and a cable wire that is disposed at the first housing 1260. Here, in the illustrated embodiment, the wireless communication unit 1256 includes a cover member 1271 that is removably coupled to the first housing 1260 for selectively covering the first housing 1260. At least one electric pole 1268 (ie, SD50 female electric socket). In this way, the SD50 female electrical outlet is When the cable PLC is not plugged into the battery 1268, it can be covered for waterproof and dustproof.

As seen in FIG. 44, the electrically actuated unit 1254 includes an electric actuator 1280 and a gear reduction unit 1282 that is received within the second housing 1262. The electric actuator 1280 is electrically connected to a printed circuit board (not shown) having the same function as the printed circuit board 74 of the first embodiment. In the front derailleur 1240, the electric actuator 1280 is a reversible electric motor. The electric actuator 1280 is constructed to actuate the movable member 1252 in the same manner as the first embodiment. A position sensor (not shown) is provided to the gear reduction unit 1282 for detecting the amount of rotational motion output by the gear reduction unit 1282. The printed circuit board of the electric actuator unit 1254 is provided with an actuator driver (not shown) for controlling the electric actuator 1280, and a position detecting circuit for determining the amount of rotational motion output by the gear reduction unit 1282. Position sensors, actuator (motor) drives are well known in the bicycle field and therefore will not be discussed herein.

Referring now to Figures 50 through 56, a rear derailleur 1342 in accordance with another embodiment will now be discussed. The rear derailleur 1342 can be mounted to the bicycle frame 12 in place of the rear derailleur 42 for operation by one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. The rear derailleur 1342 can receive control signals from one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48 wirelessly or using power line communication. The basic operation of the rear derailleur 1342 is equivalent to the rear derailleur 42.

The rear derailleur 1342 is substantially identical to the rear derailleur 42 except The power supply connection has been modified and the wireless communication unit installation structure has been modified. In view of the similarities between the rear derailleurs 42 and 1342, substantially equivalent to or identical to the corresponding structure of the rear derailleur 42, the structure of the derailleur 1342 will not be discussed herein for the sake of brevity.

Basically, the rear derailleur 1342 (bicycle electrical component) includes a support structure 1350, a movable member 1352, an electrically actuated unit 1354, and a wireless communication unit 1356. The movable member 1352 is operatively coupled to the electrical actuation unit 1354 to move the movable member 1352 in a first (retracted) position and a second (extended) position by the linkage 1257. Here, the rear derailleur 1342 (bicycle electrical assembly) further includes a base member 1358 that is configured to support the electrically actuated unit 1354 relative to the bicycle frame 12. Again, the moveable member 1352 includes a chain guide 1352a that moves the chain guide 1352a between a first position and a second position similar to the rear derailleur 42 discussed above. Thus, the base member 1358 is also constructed to support the chain guide 1352a relative to the bicycle frame 12.

In this embodiment, similar to the front derailleur 1240, the cable (power supply line) PLC can be directly connected (ie, plugged in) to the electrically actuated unit 1354, or directly connected to (ie, plugged in) the wireless communication unit 1356 (see FIG. 50). In particular, the cable (power supply line) PLC has a first end that is removably coupled to the electrical actuation unit 1354 for supplying power from a power supply unit (eg, the power supply unit 38 of FIG. 1) . Similar to the rear derailleur 42, the cable PLC has a second end that is removably coupled to a wiring terminal (not shown) for receiving power and/or control via power line communication. Signal number. When the wireless communication unit 1356 is mounted on the rear derailleur 1342 and wirelessly receives control signals from one or both of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48, the cable PLC can It is used to supply only electric power to the electric actuation unit 1354. However, when the wireless communication unit 1356 is not installed or is not in use, the cable PLC can be used to use the power line communication to control the control signal from one of the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical component operating device 48. Or both are transmitted to the electrical actuation unit 1354. However, even when the wireless communication unit 1356 is mounted on the rear derailleur 1342, the cable PLC can be used to supply power to the electric actuation unit 1354, and from the first electrical component operating device 46 and the second electrical The control signal of one or both of the components operating device 48. In such an instance, the wireless communication unit 1356 can be used for wireless communication with other devices such as smart phones or personal computers for, for example, updating memory stored in at least one of the bicycle electrical components. Firmware.

In the rear derailleur 1342, the support structure 1350 is partially defined by the electrically actuated unit 1354 and partially defined by the wireless communication unit 1356. In particular, the wireless communication unit 1356 includes a first housing 1360. The electrically actuated unit 1354 includes a second housing 1362. Here, the support structure 1350 includes a mating portion 1350a (projecting portion) for engaging the second housing 1362. The support structure 1350 includes a first space 1350b formed by the second housing 1362 of the electrically actuated unit 1354, and the mating portion 1350a of the first housing 1360 will be supported within the first space 1350b. The first housing 1360 further includes a flexible hook 1363, It assists in supporting and retaining the first housing 1360 on the second housing 1362. Thus, the flexible hook 1363 is part of the support structure 1350. Here, the flexible hook 1363 engages the edge or recess of the second housing 1362 via the snap fit during insertion of the mating portion 1350a (projecting portion) into the first space 1350b of the second housing 1362.

Referring now to FIGS. 53-56, the wireless communication unit 1356 includes an electrical connector 1364 that is configured to be plugged into the second housing 1362 of the electrical actuation unit 1354. Here, the electrical connector 1364 is an electrical male connector such as an SD50 male electrical connector. Similar to the wireless communication unit 1256 discussed above, the wireless communication unit 1356 additionally includes a wireless communication component that is housed within the first housing 1360. Electrical connector 1364 is electrically connected to the wireless communication member. The wireless communication component includes a printed circuit board having a two-way wireless communication circuit printed thereon. Preferably, the printed circuit board of the wireless communication component includes an antenna for transmitting and receiving wireless signals.

As seen in Fig. 56, the wireless communication unit 1356 includes at least one power port 1368 that is constructed to be connected to the cable PLC (see Figure 42). Here, the electric cymbal 1368 is an electric socket or cymbal such as an SD50 female electric socket. In this manner, the wireless communication unit 1356 can receive power from a power supply unit (eg, the power supply unit 38 of FIG. 1).

As seen in Figures 42-44, the electrically actuated unit 1354 includes at least one electrical raft 1370 that is constructed to be connected to the electrical connector 1364 of the wireless communication unit 1356. The electric raft 1370 is constructed to be in the case where the first housing 1360 is disposed in the first space 1350b and the electrical connector 1364 electrical connection. Here, the electric raft 1370 is an electric socket or cymbal such as an SD50 female electric socket. Thus, in this embodiment, the electrical connector 1364 cooperates with the power 1370 to establish an electrical connection between the electrical actuation unit 1354 and the wireless communication unit 1356. Again, this mating connection between the electrical actuation unit 1354 and the wireless communication unit 1356 maintains the wireless communication unit on the electrical actuation unit 1354.

At least one of the electrical switches 1370 of the electrical actuation unit 1354 is configured to be selectively coupled to the electrical cable PLC when the electrical connector 1364 of the wireless communication unit 1356 is disconnected from the at least one electrical power 1370 of the electrical actuation unit 1354. In this manner, the cable PLC can be selectively plugged into the power of the electrical actuation unit 1354, or the electrical power 1368 of the wireless communication unit 1356. Although in the illustrated embodiment, the cable PLC is plugged into the power 1368 of the wireless communication unit 1356, it will be apparent from this disclosure that the cable PLC can be in the first housing 1360 of the wireless communication unit 1356. The middle is directly wired to the wireless communication component 1366. In other words, the wireless communication unit 1356 includes at least one of an electric power cable and a cable wire that is disposed at the first housing 1360.

While only selected embodiments are illustrated for the front derailleur, the rear derailleur, the adjustable seatpost, and the bicycle suspension, it will be apparent from this disclosure that the features of each of the illustrated embodiments and The illustrated variants can be applied to each of the front derailleur, the rear derailleur, the adjustable seatpost and the bicycle suspension. Moreover, although the depiction of the front suspension fork does not show a removable wireless communication unit having the present invention, it will be apparent from this disclosure that features and depicted variations of each of the illustrated embodiments are shown. Can be applied to the front Suspended fork.

The term "wireless communication unit" as used herein includes a transceiver or a transmitter-receiver and is contemplated as any device or devices (separate or combined) capable of transmitting and receiving wireless signals, the wireless signals including Variable speed signals or controls, commands or other signals or firmware for some of the components.

The term "comprising" and its derivatives, as used herein, are intended to be used as an open-ended term that defines the appearance of the features, components, components, groups, integers, and/or steps. Other features, elements, components, groups, integers, and/or steps that are not stated are not excluded. The above also applies to words having similar meanings, such as the terms "including", "having" and their derivatives. Also, "component", "section", "portion", "component" or "element" can have the dual meaning of a single component or a plurality of components when used in the singular, unless otherwise stated.

As used herein, the following directional terms "for the frame side", "non-facing frame side", "forward", "backward", "front", "back", "up", "down", "above", "below", "up", "down", "top", "bottom", "side", "upright", "horizontal", "vertical" or "crosscut" and other similar directionalities The terminology refers to those directions of bicycles that are equipped with bicycle electrical components in an upright and riding position. Thus, these directional terms as used to describe the bicycle control device should be interpreted relative to a bicycle equipped with a bicycle control device on an upright riding position on a horizontal surface. The terms "left" and "right" are used to indicate "right" when viewed from the rear of the bicycle and from the right side, and from the left side when viewed from the rear of the bicycle. Indicate "left" as usual.

Also, it will be understood that although the terms "first" and "second" are used herein to describe various different components, these components should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one component from another. Thus, for example, a first element discussed above may be referred to as a second element, and vice versa, without departing from the teachings of the invention. The terms "attached" and "attached" as used herein are intended to mean that the component is directly secured to another component by directly securing the component to another component; The intermediate member and then the intermediate member are fixed to another element such that the element is indirectly secured to the configuration of the other element; and one element is integrally formed with the other element (ie, one element is essentially part of another element) Configuration. This definition is also applied to words of similar meaning, such as "connected", "connected", "coupled", "installed", "bonded", "fixed" and its derivatives. Finally, the terms "substantially", "about", and "approximately" as used herein mean the amount of variation of the modified term so that the end result does not change significantly.

Although only selected embodiments have been chosen to depict the invention, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention, without departing from the scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims Can make a variety of changes and modifications. For example, the dimensions, shapes, locations, or orientations of the various components can be varied as needed and/or desired, unless specifically stated otherwise, so long as such changes do not materially affect their intended function. Unless otherwise stated, components that are shown as being directly connected or in contact with each other can have an intermediate setting between them. Structure, as long as such changes do not materially affect their intended function. The function of one element can be performed in two elements, and vice versa, unless otherwise stated. The structure and function of one embodiment can be employed in another embodiment. All advantages need not occur simultaneously in a particular embodiment. Each feature specific to the prior art, either alone or in combination with other features, should also be considered as a separate description of the applicant's further invention, including structural and/or functional concepts implemented by such features. Therefore, the foregoing description of the preferred embodiments of the invention are intended to

40‧‧‧ front derailleur

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54‧‧‧Electrical actuation unit

56‧‧‧Wireless communication unit

57‧‧‧ linkage group

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Claims (38)

A bicycle electrical component comprising: a wireless communication unit including a first housing and a wireless communication member housed in the first housing; a movable member; an electrically actuated unit including a second housing and housed in An electric actuator in the second housing, the electric actuator being configured to actuate the movable member, and the second housing is different from the first housing; and a support structure removably The wireless communication unit is supported by the bicycle electrical component. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 1, wherein the support structure is disposed on at least one of the first housing and the second housing. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 2, wherein the support structure comprises a first fastening structure and a second fastening structure removably engaging the first fastening structure, the first fastening structure being Provided on the first housing. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 3, wherein one of the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure comprises a latch, and the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure are The other one includes a buckle. The bicycle electrical component of claim 2, wherein the support structure comprises a recess in which the first housing is to be supported, the recess being formed on the second housing. The bicycle electrical component of claim 5, wherein the movable member comprises a chain guide operatively coupled to the electrically actuated unit to position the chain guide in a first position and a second Moving between positions; and the second housing has a surface facing the frame, the facing surface having the recess, the facing surface being constructed to be under the state in which the bicycle electrical component is mounted to the bicycle frame Bicycle frame. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 2, wherein the wireless communication unit comprises at least one of an electric cable and a cable, which is disposed at the first housing. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 7, wherein the electric actuation unit comprises at least one electric socket disposed at the second housing, the at least one electric cymbal of the electric actuation unit being built The electric raft electrically connected to the wireless communication unit and the at least one of the electric cables are configured. According to the bicycle electrical component of claim 1, wherein The wireless communication unit includes an electrical connector, and the electrically actuated unit includes at least one electrical raft that is configured to be coupled to the electrical connector of the wireless communication unit. The bicycle electrical component of claim 9, wherein the at least one electric power of the electric actuating unit is constructed to be at least one of the electrical connector of the wireless communication unit and the electrically actuated unit The battery is selectively connected to the cable when it is disconnected. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 9, wherein the wireless communication unit comprises at least one electric power cord that is constructed to be connected to the cable. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 11, wherein the electrical connector of the wireless communication unit is constructed to be connected to the electrical unit of the electrical actuation unit in a first connection direction, and the wireless communication The electric unit of the unit is constructed to be connected to the cable in a second connection direction different from the first connection direction. The bicycle electrical component of claim 12, wherein the first connection direction is perpendicular to the second connection direction. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 11, wherein the at least one electric power of the electric actuating unit and the wireless communication unit The at least one electrical raft has the same electrical connector mating structure. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 9, wherein the wireless communication unit comprises at least one of an electric cable and a cable, which is disposed at the first housing. The bicycle electrical component of claim 15, wherein the wireless communication unit includes a cover member removably coupled to the first housing for selectively covering the first housing The at least one electric raft at the body. The bicycle electrical component of claim 9, wherein the movable member comprises a chain guide operatively coupled to the electrically actuated unit to position the chain guide in a first position Moving between the two positions; and the bicycle electrical component further includes a base member configured to support the electric actuation unit and the chain guide, the at least one electric cymbal of the electric actuation unit being formed on the base member Between the second housings of the electrically actuated unit. The bicycle electrical component of claim 2, wherein the wireless communication unit comprises a first electrical contact, and the electrically actuated unit comprises a second electrical contact formed in the first housing The first electrical contact is electrically contacted in a state of being attached to the second housing. Bicycle electric group according to item 18 of the patent application scope One of the wireless communication unit and the electric actuation unit includes a seal that is configured to surround the first electrical contact in a state in which the first housing is attached to the second housing and The second electrical contact. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 18, further comprising a covering member configured to cover when the first electrical contact of the wireless communication unit is removed from the second electrical contact The second electrical contact on the second housing. The bicycle electrical component of claim 1, wherein the movable member comprises a chain guide operatively coupled to the electrically actuated unit to position the chain guide in a first position Moving between the two positions; and the bicycle electrical component further includes a base member configured to support the electric actuating unit and the chain guide, the support structure being formed on the base member and the second of the actuating unit Between the shells. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 21, wherein the support structure comprises a space formed between the base member and the second housing of the electric actuation unit, and the first housing is built The composition is inserted into the space. According to the bicycle electrical component of claim 22, wherein The wireless communication unit includes a first electrical contact, and the electrical actuation unit includes a second electrical contact configured to electrically contact the first electrical connection in a state in which the first housing is disposed in the space point. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 23, wherein the second electrical contact is disposed on a connecting surface facing the insertion direction of the first housing into the space. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 1, wherein the support structure comprises a second space formed in the second housing of the electric actuation unit, and the first housing is constructed to be inserted into In the second space. The bicycle electrical component of claim 25, wherein the wireless communication unit comprises a first electrical contact disposed on the first housing, and the electrically actuated unit comprises a second electrical contact, It is disposed inside the second space and is configured to electrically contact the first electrical contact in a state in which the first housing is disposed in the second space. The bicycle electrical component according to claim 26, wherein the second housing comprises a covering member configured to close the opening of the second space. Bicycle electric group according to item 27 of the patent application scope And the electric actuation unit includes a sealing member configured to seal an interface between the opening and the covering member of the second housing in a state in which the covering member closes the opening. The bicycle electric component according to claim 1, further comprising a power supply unit configured to supply electric power to the electric actuation unit; and a power supply bracket configured to mount the power supply unit to The bicycle electrical component is constructed to support the wireless communication unit as the bicycle electrical component as the support structure. The bicycle electrical component of claim 29, wherein the first housing is constructed to be removably supported by the power supply bracket. The bicycle electrical component of claim 29, wherein the power supply bracket is constructed to accommodate the wireless communication component. The bicycle electrical component of claim 29, wherein the first housing is constructed to be removably supported by the power supply unit. Bicycle electric group according to claim 29 And the power supply unit is constructed to accommodate the wireless communication component. The bicycle electrical component of claim 29, wherein the power supply unit comprises at least one of an electric raft and a cable. The bicycle electrical component of claim 34, wherein the electrically actuated unit comprises at least one electric raft disposed at the second housing. The bicycle electric component according to claim 29, wherein the electric power supply bracket includes a third joint, and the electric power supply unit includes a fourth joint that is constructed to be mounted to the electric power supply unit The third contact is electrically connected in a state in which the bracket is supplied. A bicycle electrical component according to claim 29, further comprising a base member constructed to mount the electric actuation unit to the bicycle frame, and a fastener configured to fix the base member to the A bicycle frame, the power supply bracket including a mounting portion that is constructed to be mounted to the bicycle frame by the fastener. According to the bicycle electrical component of claim 1, wherein The wireless communication unit is constructed to be removably supported by an additional bicycle electrical component that is different from the bicycle electrical component.