DESC:RELATED APPLICATION
Benefit is claimed to Indian Provisional Application No. 3182/CHE/2015 titled "SYSTEM FOR CHARGING MOBILE DEVICES AND FOR TRACKING RIDE FOR TWO WHEELERS” filed on 24th June 2015, which is herein incorporated in its entirety by reference for all purposes.

FIELD OF INVENTION
The present invention relates to charging device and more particularly to a system for tracking ride of a two wheeler during charging mode using a detachable charger.

BACKGROUND OF INVENTION
In present times, smart gadgets like mobile phones, cell phones, tablets, wrist watches, wrist bands etc. have become an integral part of our lives. The smart devices are capable of tracking the ride of a two wheeler but while tracking the ride battery of the smart device will go down. For staying connected through the smart device, keeping it charged is a well identified need.

Having mobile chargers in automobiles is an existing concept and is wide spread in four-wheeler segment. Mobile chargers exist in the two-wheeler segment as well. However, following are the problems or disadvantages of the existing mobile chargers in the two-wheeler segment. The existing mobile charger models have the charging unit and wiring in a single unit. As a result the entire charger has to be removed including wiring to battery every time the rider leaves his/her two-wheeler to avoid theft. There are models where the charger is locked in the seating or is provided in a casing by the manufacturer. But in these models the charging point is not easily accessible. This causes a lot of inconvenience to the rider.

Further, many of the existing mobile chargers are not designed for the wear and tear due to external environment. They are neither water and/nor dust resistant. Also, their connector mechanisms are not designed to withstand vibrations. The existing mobile chargers do not have any mechanism to interact with the smart device and track the distance, speed and routes of every ride thereby denying the users an enhanced experience. Further the existing mobile charging devices do not provide any provision for on-demand/on-need basis on-road mechanical and/or emergency assistance.

Still further, in the motorcycle the battery has limited capacity though it is being constantly recharged. The circuits with low power efficiency waste a lot of power, thereby adversely affecting the motorcycle battery in the long run.

Thus, there is a long felt need for a system that will not only recharge the smart devices while on two wheelers but also keep interacting with the smart devices and at the same time track the distance, speed, routes. There is a need for a system that provides on-road mechanical and emergency assistance in case of any such urgent requirement or emergency.

SUMMARY
The various embodiments of the present invention disclose a system for tracking ride of a two wheeler during charging mode to optimize battery power consumption. The system comprises a smart device having a tracking module configured to track ride of the two wheeler during the charging mode, and a power supply unit mounted on a handle bar of the two wheeler, operationally connected to the smart device for providing charge, wherein the power supply unit comprises: a detachable charging unit, a pair of brackets designed to mount the power supply unit on the handle bar of the two wheeler, and a first female connecter on the one of the bracket of the pair of brackets configured to house the detachable charging unit.

According to an embodiment of the present invention the detachable charging unit comprises a second female connector configured to connect to the smart device using a cable. The detachable charging unit is designed to be housed on one of the bracket of the pair of brackets, such that the first female connector is connected to a power supply source through a power cord.

According to an embodiment of the present invention the detachable charging unit comprises one or more clamps to limit movement, when the detachable charging unit is connected to the first female connector. The first female connector comprises a spring mechanism to damp vibration when the detachable charging unit is connected to the first female connector. The smart device is wirelessly connected to a server in a network for tracking the ride of the two wheeler.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS
The aforementioned aspects and other features of the present invention will be explained in the following description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:

Figure 1 illustrates a system for tracking ride of a two wheeler during charging mode, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 2 illustrates a clamping mechanism of detachable charging unit to bracket, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 3 illustrates a female receptacle with spring mechanism that assists in connecting detachable charging unit to bracket, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 4 illustrates features of an application on smart device, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 5 illustrates the interaction of the detachable charging unit with the application of the system, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments. The present invention can be modified in various forms. Thus, the embodiments of the present invention are only provided to explain more clearly the present invention to the ordinarily skilled in the art of the present invention. In the accompanying drawings, like reference numerals are used to indicate like components.

The specification may refer to “an”, “one” or “some” embodiment(s) in several locations. This does not necessarily imply that each such reference is to the same embodiment(s), or that the feature only applies to a single embodiment. Single features of different embodiments may also be combined to provide other embodiments.

As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless expressly stated otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “includes”, “comprises”, “including” and/or “comprising” when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof. As used herein, the term “and/or” includes any and all combinations and arrangements of one or more of the associated listed items.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains. It will be further understood that terms, such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.

Figure 1 illustrates a system for tracking ride of a two wheeler during charging mode, according to an embodiment of the present invention. The system comprises of a smart device 101, a power supply unit, a server 103 and an application 104 installed on the smart device 101 of the user for tracking ride. The power supply unit comprises of a detachable charging unit 102, a pair of brackets 107 and 108 designed to mount the power supply unit on the handle bar 106 of the two wheeler, and a first female connector 107a on the top bracket 107 is configured to house the detachable charging unit 102. The top bracket 107 and the bottom bracket 108 are fastened onto the handle bar 106 using rust proof means such as bolts 109. A power cord 107b connects the first female connector 107a with the suitable power supply source such as a battery of the two wheeler. The power supply unit is fixed and connected to the battery only once at the time of installation. The detachable charging unit 102 comprises a second female connector 102a configured to connect to the smart device 101 using a cable 105. The detachable charging unit 102 interacts with the application 104 when it is connected with the smart device 101. Upon activation the application 104 interacts with a server 103 on real time basis.

The detachable charging unit 102 is detachable from the handle bar 106, rugged, weather resistant and vibration resistant. In one embodiment, the detachable charging unit 102 is up to 97% energy efficient and generates low heat. It comprises of 2A-5V output circuit with short circuit protection and thermal protection features as well.

Figure 2 illustrates a clamping mechanism of detachable charging unit to bracket, according to an embodiment of the present invention. According to Figure 2, the detachable charging unit 102 comprises of an input power supply plug 102b, clamps 102c and a LED indicator 102d. The detachable charging unit 102 connects to the top bracket 107 with a simple push and locks it with a click. The clamps 102c on the detachable charging unit 102 guides the connection to the top bracket 107 and ensures that the clamping is done in the right manner. The detachable charging unit 102 has flexible clamps 102c and the top bracket 107 has a latch to which the clamps 102c cling onto.

The clamps 102c help in providing a sturdy vibration resistant connection when clamped to the top bracket 107. The height of the latch creates tension on the flexible clamps 102c and holds the detachable charging unit 102 tight onto the top bracket 107. The clamps 102c limit the degrees of freedom of the top bracket 107 when it is latched on, making the connection sturdier. The LED indicator 102d on the detachable charging unit 102 glows when the detachable charging unit 102 is connected to the top bracket 107 indicating power supply.

Figure 3 illustrates a female receptacle with spring mechanism that assists in connecting detachable charging unit to bracket, according to an embodiment of the present invention. The top bracket 107 of the power supply unit comprises of two separate compartments to house the spring based first female connector 107a which is connected to the battery. When the first female connector 107a on the top bracket 107 houses the detachable charging unit 102, a spring mechanism 301 of the first female connector 107a damps vibrations at the connector joint.

Figure 4 illustrates features of an application on smart device, according to an embodiment of the present invention. According to Figure 4, the detachable charging unit 102 comprises of the second female connector 102a configured to connect to the smart device 101 using a cable 105. The circuit of the detachable charging unit 102 is connected with the second female connector 102a to supply the charging power to the smart device 101. A power bank present in the detachable charging unit 102 gets charged and once charged the power bank provides charge to the smart device 101.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the application 104 provides for session wise tracking of the distance, average speed and the route taken by the two wheeler. The application 104 also maintains the day, date and time in real time basis on which the route is taken. There is a Get Help section in the application 104 for getting any kind of on road assistance including mechanic help and emergency help. There is also an In-app store for purchasing authentic parts and accessories.

Figure 5 illustrates the interaction of the detachable charging unit with the application of the system, according to an embodiment of the present invention. According to Figure 5, the smart device 101 is connected to the detachable charging unit 102 for charging. The detachable charging unit 102 sends a signal to the application 104 through the USB connector or Bluetooth. The application 104 detects that the smart device 101 is being charged and starts the tracking mode automatically.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the power supply unit is also provided with a provision to draw power from other electrical lines like from a 220V electrical point with AC-DC conversion and requisite step down circuit.

The present invention provides the compartments for housing receptacle and all other joints. These are sealed and made water resistance. The integrated circuit (IC) is provided with the short circuit protection. During the instances of short circuit the IC shuts down automatically without damaging the smart device 101 or any other electronics of the two wheeler.

All equivalent relationships to those illustrated in the drawings and described in the application are intended to be encompassed by the present invention. The examples used to illustrate the embodiments of the present invention, in no way limit the applicability of the present invention to them. It is to be noted that those with ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that various modifications and alternatives to the details could be developed in the light of the overall teachings of the disclosure, without departing from the scope of the invention. ,CLAIMS:
1. A system for tracking ride of a two wheeler during charging mode to optimize battery power consumption, comprising:
a smart device having a tracking module configured to track ride of the two wheeler during the charging mode; and
a power supply unit mounted on a handle bar of the two wheeler, operationally connected to the smart device for providing charge, wherein the power supply unit comprises:
a detachable charging unit;
a pair of brackets designed to mount the power supply unit on the handle bar of the two wheeler; and
a first female connecter on the one of the bracket of the pair of brackets configured to house the detachable charging unit.

2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the detachable charging unit comprises a second female connector configured to connect to the smart device using a cable.

3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the detachable charging unit is designed to be housed on one of the bracket of the pair of brackets, such that the first female connector is connected to a power supply source through a power cord.

4. The system as claimed in claim 2, wherein the detachable charging unit comprises one or more clamps to limit movement, when the detachable charging unit is connected to the first female connector.

5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first female connector comprises a spring mechanism to damp vibration when the detachable charging unit is connected to the first female connector.

6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the smart device is wirelessly connected to a server in a network for tracking the ride of the two wheeler.