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Collapsible Roof For Light Vehicles

 

It is an innovative cover designed to protect motorcycle, scooter, moped, and bicycle riders from adverse weather conditions such as rain, storms, extreme cold, and heat. The cover consists of a collapsible canopy supported by a frame, providing flexibility and ease of use. The canopy can be opened for weather protection or folded when not in use, ensuring it does not interfere with regular vehicle operation. It can also be transformed into a backrest for the rider, enhancing comfort. It is cost-effective, easy to deploy, and enhances rider comfort and safety without permanently altering the vehicle.

 

Two-wheeled vehicle riders often face challenges in adverse weather conditions like rain, storms, extreme cold, or heat—conventional solutions like raincoats or warm clothing offer inadequate protection, exposing body parts. While offering protection, permanent shields are bulky, aesthetically unappealing, and may hinder the riding experience in favorable weather. Moreover, they lack cost-effectiveness and adaptability. Thus, there is a need for a versatile, easy-to-use, and unobtrusive solution that provides complete weather protection without compromising the vehicle's performance or aesthetics.

 
  • Dual-functionality: The cover appliance offers both weather protection and back support for riders, enhancing versatility and user comfort. 
  • Compact Design: The collapsible design allows the appliance to rest on the fuel tank when not in use, maintaining the vehicle’s aesthetics and minimizing storage space requirements. 
  • Quick Deployment: The appliance can be easily opened and closed within seconds, providing rapid weather protection when needed. 
  • Universal Compatibility: The appliance can be easily attached to various vehicle types with minimal modifications using straps, belts, buckles, or leveling foots. 
  • Customization Options: The support frame includes slots for attaching additional accessories, such as windshields, phone holders, speakers, or airbags, enhancing user convenience and personalization. 
  • Rider Comfort: The design prioritizes rider comfort by ensuring unobstructed steering and providing a backrest option, enhancing the riding experience even with the appliance installed. 
  • Easy Maintenance: The fabric canopy is removable and replaceable, allowing for easy cleaning, style upgrades, and potential repairs.
 

It consists of a canopy, a support frame, and a base. The canopy, made of a waterproof fabric, is supported by an extendible support frame and can be opened or closed using hinges and telescopic pipes. The base, fixed to the vehicle’s fuel tank using straps, acts as a platform for the canopy and support frame. The appliance can be configured into an open position for weather protection, a closed position for storage, or a backrest position for rider comfort. It also features a sliding mechanism for easy steering and slots for attaching accessories like windshields or phone holders.

 

The cover appliance provides protection from rain, sun, and wind, enhancing rider comfort and safety without compromising the vehicle’s handling. The ability to integrate electronic devices, such as GPS units, speakers, and accident alert systems, further enhances its functionality and safety features.

 

Protection cover for motorcycles, scooters, and bicycles. It could be adapted for use in other forms of transportation, such as golf carts, all-terrain vehicles, and personal mobility devices, offering similar weather protection benefits.

Application Number
201721038852
Grant Number
509504
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Technology readiness level
6