Abstract: A vehicle (10) comprising a frame (12) having a main tube (126) extending rearwardly from a head tube (124). The vehicle (10) further comprises a fuel tank (24) mounted on the main tube (126). Further, the vehicle (10) comprises a USB (Universal Serial Bus) charge port (50), and a USB controller (60) electrically coupled with the USB charge port (50) and coupled to the main tube (126). The USB controller (60) is disposed between the fuel tank (24) and the main tube (126). Said configuration of the elements/ components is suitable from assembly and functional point of view, and facilitates easy access to fit or repair the USB controller (60) on the frame (12). Further, since the USB controller (60) is disposed under the fuel tank (24), occurrences of dirt or direct water entering the USB controller (60) and the chances of theft of the USB controller (60) are minimized. FIG. 2
Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[001] The present disclosure relates to automobiles. Particularly, the present disclosure relates to a two wheeled vehicle comprising a USB (Universal Serial Bus) charge port and associated controller.
BACKGROUND
[002] The information in this section merely provides background information related to the present disclosure and may not constitute prior art(s) for the present disclosure.
[003] In the era of new energy vehicles, the end customers are demanding/ expecting more and more functions and features in the vehicles. Said features comprise a USB (Universal Serial Bus) charge ports for connecting USB cables and/ or for charging purposes of smart phones. Typically, said USB charge port has an associated USB controller. While the USB charge port is generally provided on the dash assembly of the vehicle, it becomes challenging to position the USB controller closer to the USB charge port and at the same time prevent the USB controller from dirt/ debris/ water/ theft and interference with other components of the vehicle. Additionally, in current vehicle designs, a long length of electric cable is used to electrically couple the USB charge port with the USB controller.
[004] Accordingly, there remains a need in the domain for a vehicle that can overcome at least the problems identified above and that facilitates convenient mounting/ positioning of the USB controller on a frame of the vehicle.
SUMMARY
[005] The one or more shortcomings of the prior art are overcome by the system/ assembly as claimed, and additional advantages are provided through the provision of the system/ assembly/ method as claimed in the present disclosure. Additional features and advantages are realized through the techniques of the present disclosure. Other embodiments and aspects of the disclosure are described in detail herein and are considered a part of the claimed disclosure.
[006] Pursuant to an aspect of the present disclosure, in an embodiment, a vehicle is disclosed. The vehicle comprises a frame comprising a head tube and a main tube extending rearwardly from the head tube. The vehicle further comprises a fuel tank mounted on the main tube. The vehicle furthermore comprises a USB (Universal Serial Bus) charge port, and a USB (Universal Serial Bus) controller electrically coupled with the USB charge port and coupled to the main tube. The USB controller is disposed between the fuel tank and the main tube.
[007] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the main tube comprises a bracket, and the USB controller is mounted to the bracket.
[008] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the bracket is welded on the main tube for mounting the USB controller on the main tube.
[009] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the vehicle comprises a cushion provided on the bracket for mounting the USB controller.
[010] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the fuel tank is mounted above the main tube leaving a space therebetween. The USB controller is disposed in the space between the fuel tank and the main tube.
[011] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the USB charge port is provided on a steering mechanism rotatably coupled to the head tube
[012] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the USB charge port is provided on a dashboard of the vehicle.
[013] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the USB controller is mounted on at least one of the right side and the left side of the main tube, when seen sitting astride on the vehicle.
[014] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the USB controller is coupled to the USB charge port by an electric wire.
[015] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the USB controller is positioned away from a bottom wall of the fuel tank.
[016] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame comprises the main tube extending rearwardly from an upper portion of the head tube, and a lower frame member extending rearwardly from a lower portion of the head tube and positioned under and at an angle with respect to the main tube. The frame further comprises a first seat rail member extending rearwardly from the main tube, and a second seat rail member extending rearwardly from the main tube. The frame furthermore comprises a first sub frame member supporting the first seat rail member having a first bottom portion, and a second sub frame member supporting the second seat rail member having a second bottom portion.
[017] In another non limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, the vehicle comprises an engine vertically mounted to the frame of the vehicle.
[018] Within the scope of the present disclosure, the USB controller is packaged on the main tube of the frame by welded bracket and the cushion near to the fuel tank. Said configuration of the elements/ components is suitable from assembly and functional point of view. Also, said configuration facilitates easy access to fit or repair the USB controller on the frame.
[019] Further, since the USB controller is disposed under the fuel tank, any occurrence of dirt or debris or direct water entering the USB controller are minimized or avoided. Also, the vehicle of the present disclosure provides an anti-theft USB controller as the chances of theft of the USB controller are minimized. Additionally, spaced apart positioning of the USB controller from the bottom wall of the fuel tank avoids any interference of the USB controller with the fuel tank and there is no impact on the functions of the USB controller after assembly of the fuel tank on the main tube of the vehicle.
[020] It is to be understood that the aspects and embodiments of the disclosure described above may be used in any combination with each other. Several of the aspects and embodiments may be combined together to form a further embodiment of the disclosure.
[021] The foregoing summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described above, further aspects, embodiments, and features will become apparent by reference to the drawings and the following detailed description.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES
[022] The novel features and characteristics of the disclosure are set forth in the description. The disclosure itself, however, as well as a preferred mode of use, further objectives, and advantages thereof, will best be understood by reference to the following description of an illustrative embodiment when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. One or more embodiments are now described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings wherein like reference numerals represent like elements and in which:
[023] FIG. 1 illustrates a side view of an exemplary two wheeled vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[024] FIG. 2 illustrates a perspective view of a frame, a USB charge port and a USB controller of the vehicle of FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[025] FIG. 3 illustrates a front view of the vehicle of FIG. 1 and shows the frame, the USB controller and a fuel tank of the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; and
[026] FIG. 4 illustrates a perspective view of the vehicle of FIG. 1 and shows an engine vertically mounted on the frame of the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[027] Skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the drawings are illustrated for simplicity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the drawings may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[028] While the disclosure is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiments thereof have been shown by way of example in the FIGS. and will be described in detail below. It should be understood, however that it is not intended to limit the disclosure to the particular forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the disclosure is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
[029] Before describing detailed embodiments, it may be observed that the novelty and inventive step that are in accordance with the present disclosure resides in a vehicle. It is to be noted that a person skilled in the art can be motivated from the present disclosure and modify the various constructions of the vehicle. However, such modification should be construed within the scope of the present disclosure. Accordingly, the drawings are showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having benefit of the description herein.
[030] In the present disclosure, the term “exemplary” is used herein to mean “serving as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any embodiment or implementation of the present subject matter described herein as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments.
[031] The terms “comprises”, “comprising”, or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusions, such that a device that comprises a list of components does not include only those components but may include other components not expressly listed or inherent to such setup or device. In other words, one or more elements in a system or apparatus proceeded by “comprises… a” does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other elements or additional elements in the system or apparatus.
[032] The terms like “at least one” and “one or more” may be used interchangeably or in combination throughout the description.
[033] While the present disclosure is illustrated in the context of a vehicle, however, components of the vehicle and aspects and features thereof can be used with other type of vehicles as well. The terms “modular vehicle”, “vehicle”, “two-wheeled vehicle”, “electric vehicle”, “EV” and “motorcycle” have been interchangeably used throughout the description. The term “vehicle” comprises vehicles such as motorcycles, scooters, bicycles, mopeds, scooter type vehicle, and the like.
[034] The terms “front/forward”, “rear/rearward/back/ backward”, “up/upper/top”, “down/lower/lower ward/downward, bottom”, “left/leftward”, “right/rightward” used therein represents the directions as seen from a vehicle driver sitting astride.
[035] Pursuant to an aspect of the present disclosure, a vehicle is disclosed. The vehicle comprises a frame comprising a head tube and a main tube extending rearwardly from the head tube. The vehicle further comprises a fuel tank mounted on the main tube. The vehicle furthermore comprises a USB (Universal Serial Bus) charge port, and a USB (Universal Serial Bus) controller electrically coupled with the USB charge port and coupled to the main tube. The USB controller is disposed between the fuel tank and the main tube.
[036] In an embodiment, the main tube comprises a bracket, and the USB controller is mounted to the bracket. In a further embodiment, the bracket is welded on the main tube for mounting the USB controller on the main tube. In a yet further embodiment, the vehicle comprises a cushion provided on the bracket for mounting the USB controller.
[037] In some embodiments, the fuel tank is mounted above the main tube leaving a space therebetween. The USB controller is disposed in the space between the fuel tank and the main tube. In yet further embodiments, the USB charge port is provided on a steering mechanism rotatably coupled to the head tube. In another embodiment, the USB charge port is provided on a dashboard of the vehicle. Also, the USB controller is mounted on either the right side or the left side of the main tube, when seen sitting astride on the vehicle. The USB controller is coupled to the USB charge port by an electric wire. The USB controller is positioned away from a bottom wall of the fuel tank.
[038] In an embodiment, the frame comprises the main tube extending rearwardly from an upper portion of the head tube, and a lower frame member extending rearwardly from a lower portion of the head tube and positioned under and at an angle with respect to the main tube. The frame further comprises a first seat rail member extending rearwardly from the main tube, and a second seat rail member extending rearwardly from the main tube. The frame furthermore comprises a first sub frame member supporting the first seat rail member having a first bottom portion, and a second sub frame member supporting the second seat rail member having a second bottom portion. Further, the vehicle comprises an engine vertically mounted to the frame of the vehicle.
[039] Reference will now be made to the exemplary embodiments of the disclosure, as illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, same numerals will be used to refer to the same or like parts. Embodiments of the disclosure are described in the following paragraphs with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4. In FIGS. 1 to 4, the same element or elements which have same functions are indicated by the same reference signs.
[040] Referring to FIG. 1, a vehicle (10) according to an embodiment of the present invention is illustrated. In an embodiment, the vehicle (10) referred to herein, embodies a two wheeled motorcycle. In another embodiment, the vehicle (10) may embody any other ridden vehicles, such as scooters, three-wheeled vehicles, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV), etc., without limiting the scope of the invention. Within the scope of the present disclosure, the vehicle (10) comprises one or more body parts, such as a frame (12), a handle bar (14), a front wheel (16), a rear wheel (18), an engine (20), also known as the power unit (20), a headlight (22), and a fuel tank (24). The frame (12) supports the engine (20) in the middle portion of the vehicle (10). In the illustrated example, the engine (20) provides necessary power required to drive the rear wheel (18) of the vehicle (10). In another embodiment, the engine (20) may provide necessary power to drive the front wheel (16), or both the front wheel (16) and the rear wheel (18) simultaneously, without limiting the scope of the invention. Without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure, as shown in FIG. 4, the vehicle (10) comprises an engine (20) vertically mounted to the frame (12) of the vehicle (10). The rear wheel (18) is linked to the engine (20) through a transmission mechanism. The fuel tank (24) provides necessary fuel to the engine (20) to generate power within the vehicle (10).
[041] Referring to FIG. 2, the vehicle (10) comprises the frame (12). The frame (12) is formed by integrally joining number of steel members and the like, by welding or the like. In the illustrated example, the frame (12) having a specific construction is disclosed. Alternatively, the frame (12) may have different body frame constructions generally associated with motorcycles, without limiting the scope of the invention.
[042] The frame (12) comprises a head tube (124), a lower frame member (125) and a main tube (or an upper frame member) (126). The head tube (124) includes an upper portion (124a) and a lower portion (124b). The main tube (126) extends downward and rearward in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle (10) from the head tube (124). In particular, the main tube (126) extends downward and rearward in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle (10) from the upper portion (124a) of the head tube (124). The main tube (126) is adapted to support the fuel tank (24). In particular, the fuel tank (24) is mounted on the main tube (126). In an embodiment, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure, the fuel tank (24) is mounted above the main tube (126) leaving a space (S) therebetween, as is shown in FIG. 3.
[043] The lower frame member (125) extends downward and rearward in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle (10) from the head tube (124) and is disposed below the main tube (126). In particular, the lower frame member (125) extends downward and rearward in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle (10) from the lower portion (124b) of the head tube (124). Further, the lower frame member (125) is positioned under and at an angle with respect to the main tube (126) The lower frame member (125) supports the power unit (20). In accordance with the present disclosure, the head tube (124) is a cylindrical member which supports the steering assembly and the front wheel (16). A steering shaft of the steering mechanism is rotatably supported on the head tube (124). A front fork is inclined at an inclination angle substantially similar to that of the head tube (124).
[044] The frame (12) further comprises a left seat rail member (123), also referred to as a first seat rail member (123) and a right seat rail member (127), and also referred to as a second seat rail member (127). The left seat rail member (123) and the right seat rail member (127) extend rearwards from the main tube (126). The left seat rail member (123) and the right seat rail member (127) support a seat (26) of the vehicle (10). Further, the frame (12) comprises a left sub frame member (131), also referred to as a first sub frame member (131), and a right sub frame member (133), also referred to as a second sub frame member (133). The left sub frame member (131) extends between the left seat rail member (123) and a cross member (170). The right sub frame member (133) extends between the right seat rail member (127) and the cross member (170). The left sub frame member (131) and the right sub frame member (133) provides support for the left seat rail member (123) and the right seat rail member (127), respectively. Referring again to FIG. 1, the frame (12) of the vehicle (10) further comprises a swing arm (30) pivotally connected to each of the left sub frame member (131) and the right sub frame member (133).
[045] Referring to FIG. 2, the first sub frame member (131) comprises a first end portion (131a) connected to the first seat rail member (123), a body portion (131b) extending forwardly and at an angle from the first end portion (131a), and a first bottom portion (131c) extending from the body portion (131b). In an embodiment, the first bottom portion (131c) is a curved member curving downwardly from the body portion (131b). In the same manner, the second sub frame member (133) comprises a first end portion (133a) connected to the second seat rail member (127), a body portion (133b) extending forwardly and at an angle from the first end portion (133a), and the second bottom portion (133c) extending from the body portion (133b). In an embodiment, the second bottom portion (133c) is a curved member curving downwardly from the body portion (133b). In the disclosed embodiment, the swing arm (30) is pivotally connected to each of the first bottom portion (131c) and the second bottom portion (133c). Further, a bottom portion (126a) of the main tube (126) has a bending down profile. The bottom portion (126a) of the main tube (126) is connected to the cross member (170).
[046] Such connection of the swing arm (30) with each of the first bottom portion (131c) and the second bottom portion (133c) ensures that there is ample amount of packaging space at the center section of the frame (12). In addition, owing to such connection of the swing arm (30) with each of the first bottom portion (131c) and the second bottom portion (133c), wherein the first bottom portion (131c) and the second bottom portion (133c) are positioned towards the lower frame member (125), there is ample amount of packaging space at the center section of the frame (12). Without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure, as shown in FIG. 4, the vehicle (10) comprises an engine (20) vertically mounted to the frame (12) of the vehicle (10), in the center section of the frame (12).
[047] With reference to FIG. 2, in accordance with the present disclosure, the vehicle (10) comprises a USB (Universal Serial Bus) charge port (50). The USB charge port (50) allows an external device, such as a smartphone, to be connected by a USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector. The USB connector may be composed of a USB plug (connection terminal) on the external device side and the USB charge port (50) as a socket on the vehicle side. For example, the USB charge port (50) may have a power supply function and a communication function. The USB charge port (50) may have, for example, a port opening (terminal connection port) arranged inside an inner box to facilitate connecting the external device to the USB charge port (50) while accommodating the external device in the inner box, or to connect the external device to the USB charge port (50) while mounting the external device around the handle bar (14) of the vehicle (10). In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the USB charge port (50) is provided on the steering mechanism rotatably coupled to the head tube (124). In another embodiment, the USB charge port (50) is provided on the dashboard (28) of the vehicle (10). Within the scope of the present disclosure, the USB charge port (50) is provided in a front portion of the vehicle (10) so that the USB charge port (50) is readily accessible by the rider, even when the rider is seated on the vehicle (10).
[048] Further, the vehicle (10) comprises a USB (Universal Serial Bus) controller (60) electrically coupled with the USB charge port (50). Without limiting the scope of the present disclosure, the USB controller (60) is coupled to the USB charge port (50) by an electric wire (52). In an embodiment, a length of the electric wire (52) extending between the USB controller (60) and the USB charge port (50) is within a range of 450 mm to 550 mm. In a specific embodiment, the length of the electric wire (52) extending between the USB controller (60) and the USB charge port (50) is 500±10 mm.
[049] The USB controller (60) is adapted to be coupled to the main tube (126) of the frame (12). The USB controller (60) may be configured to control and monitor one or more functions of the USB charge port (50). The one or more said functions may include, but not limited to, supply of power to the USB charge port (50), determining the kind and category of the external device connected to the USB charge port (50), etc. The USB controller (60) may further be associated with a processor and a memory. The processor may be implemented as one or more microprocessors, microcomputers, microcontrollers, digital signal processors, central processing units, state machines, logic circuitries, and/or any devices that manipulate signals based on operational instructions. Among other capabilities, the processor may be configured to fetch and execute computer-readable instructions stored in the memory.
[050] In accordance with the present disclosure, the USB controller (60) is disposed on the frame (12). In particular, the USB controller (60) is disposed and/ or mounted on the main tube (126) of the frame (12). In the embodiment where the fuel tank (24) is disposed above the main tube (126) leaving the space (S) therebetween, as shown in FIG. 3, the USB controller (60) is disposed between the fuel tank (24) and the main tube (126). In particular, in said embodiment, the USB controller (60) is disposed within the space (S) defined between the fuel tank (24) and the main tube (126) of the vehicle (10). Also, as is shown in FIG. 3, the USB controller (60) is positioned away from a bottom wall (24a) of the fuel tank (24). As illustrated in FIG. 3, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure, the bottom wall (24a) of the fuel tank (24) may be embodied as a curved wall, in which the extreme ends of the bottom walls extend or are disposed below the main tube (126) of the frame (12). In said configuration, the bottom wall (24a) of the fuel tank (24) defines an inverted ‘U-shaped’ space (S) between the main tube (126) and the fuel tank (24).
[051] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, as shown in FIGS. 2, the USB controller (60) may be mounted on the left side of the main tube (126) of the frame (12), when seen sitting astride on the vehicle (10). In another embodiment, the USB controller (60) may be mounted on the right side of the main tube (126), when seen sitting astride on the vehicle (10). Without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure, the USB controller (60) may be mounted at any other suitable location, for example, top side or bottom side, on the main tube (126) of the frame (12).
[052] Further, the vehicle (10) may comprise a bracket (62) provided on the main tube (126) of the frame, and the USB controller (60) may be mounted on the bracket (62). In an embodiment, the bracket (62) is welded on the main tube (126) for mounting the USB controller (60) on the main tube (126). Alternatively, the bracket (62) may be provided on the main tube (126) by way of fasteners, adhesive bonding, etc. In the illustrated embodiment of FIG. 2, the vehicle (10) comprises the bracket (62) welded on the left side of the main tube (126) for mounting the USB controller (60) on the main tube (126). Also, the vehicle (10) may comprise a cushion (64) provided on the bracket (62) for mounting the USB controller (60) on the main tube (126). In an embodiment, the cushion (64) may be made of any suitable material, for example, rubber, for mounting the USB controller (60) on the main tube (126).
[053] Within the scope of the present disclosure, the USB controller (60) is packaged on the main tube (126) of the frame (12) by welded bracket (62) and the cushion (64) near to the fuel tank (24). Said configuration of the elements/ components is suitable from assembly and functional point of view. Also, said configuration facilitates easy access to fit or repair the USB controller (60) on the frame (12).
[054] Further, since the USB controller (60) is disposed under the fuel tank (24), any occurrence of dirt or debris or direct water entering the USB controller (60) are minimized or avoided. Also, the vehicle (10) of the present disclosure provides an anti-theft USB controller (60) as the chances of theft of the USB controller (60) are minimized.
[055] Additionally, spaced apart positioning of the USB controller (60) from the bottom wall (24a) of the fuel tank (24) avoids any interference of the USB controller (60) with the fuel tank (24) and there is no impact on the functions of the USB controller (60) after assembly of the fuel tank (24) on the main tube (126) of the vehicle (10).
[056] The various embodiments of the present disclosure have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. The present disclosure is not limited to the illustrated embodiments; rather, these embodiments are intended to fully and completely disclose the subject matter of the disclosure to those skilled in this art. In the drawings, like numbers refer to like elements throughout. Thicknesses and dimensions of some components may be exaggerated for clarity.
[057] Herein, the terms “attached”, “connected”, “interconnected”, “contacting”, “mounted”, “coupled” and the like can mean either direct or indirect attachment or contact between elements, unless stated otherwise.
[058] Well-known functions or constructions may not be described in detail for brevity and/or clarity. As used herein the expression “and/or” includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.
[059] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the disclosure. As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises”, “comprising”, “includes” and/or “including” when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
[060] While considerable emphasis has been placed herein on the particular features of this disclosure, it will be appreciated that various modifications can be made, and that many changes can be made in the preferred embodiments without departing from the principles of the disclosure. These and other modifications in the nature of the disclosure or the preferred embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the disclosure herein, whereby it is to be distinctly understood that the foregoing descriptive matter is to be interpreted merely as illustrative of the disclosure and not as a limitation.
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[061] The embodiments herein and the various features and advantageous details thereof are explained with reference to the non-limiting embodiments in the description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as to not unnecessarily obscure the embodiments herein. The examples used herein are intended merely to facilitate an understanding of ways in which the embodiments herein may be practiced and to further enable those of skill in the art to practice the embodiments herein. Accordingly, the examples should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments herein.
[062] The foregoing description of the specific embodiments will so fully reveal the general nature of the embodiments herein that others can, by applying current knowledge, readily modify and/or adapt for various applications such specific embodiments without departing from the generic concept, and, therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be comprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the embodiments herein can be practiced with modification within the spirit and scope of the embodiments as described herein.
[063] Any discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles and the like that has been included in this specification is solely for the purpose of providing a context for the disclosure. It is not to be taken as an admission that any or all of these matters form a part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the disclosure as it existed anywhere before the priority date of this application.
[064] The numerical values mentioned for the various physical parameters, dimensions or quantities are only approximations and it is envisaged that the values higher/lower than the numerical values assigned to the parameters, dimensions or quantities fall within the scope of the disclosure, unless there is a statement in the specification specific to the contrary. , Claims:1. A vehicle (10), comprising:
a frame (12), comprising:
a head tube (124); and
a main tube (126) extending rearwardly from the head tube (124);
a fuel tank (24) mounted on the main tube (126);
a USB (Universal Serial Bus) charge port (50); and
a USB (Universal Serial Bus) controller (60) electrically coupled with the USB charge port (50) and coupled to the main tube (126),
wherein the USB controller (60) disposed between the fuel tank (24) and the main tube (126).
2. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1,wherein the main tube (126) comprises a bracket (62), wherein the USB controller (60) mounted to the bracket (62).
3. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the bracket (62) welded on the main tube (126) for mounting the USB controller (60) on the main tube (126).
4. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 2, comprising a cushion (64) provided on the bracket (62) for mounting the USB controller (60).
5. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the fuel tank (24) mounted above the main tube (126) leaving a space (S) therebetween, and
wherein the USB controller (60) disposed in the space (S) between the fuel tank (24) and the main tube (126).
6. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the USB charge port (50) provided on a steering mechanism rotatably coupled to the head tube (124).
7. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the USB charge port (50) provided on a dashboard (28) of the vehicle (10).
8. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the USB controller (60) mounted on at least one of the right side and the left side of the main tube (126), when seen sitting astride on the vehicle.
9. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the USB controller (60) coupled to the USB charge port (50) by an electric wire (52).
10. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the USB controller (60) positioned away from a bottom wall (24a) of the fuel tank (24).
11. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the frame (12) comprises:
the main tube (126) extending rearwardly from an upper portion (124a) of the head tube (124);
a lower frame member (125) extending rearwardly from a lower portion (124b) of the head tube (124), and positioned under and at an angle with respect to the main tube (126);
a first seat rail member (123) extending rearwardly from the main tube (126);
a second seat rail member (127) extending rearwardly from the main tube (126);
a first sub frame member (131) supporting the first seat rail member (123), the first sub frame member (131) comprising a first bottom portion (131c); and
a second sub frame member (133) supporting the second seat rail member (127), the second sub frame member (133) comprising a second bottom portion (133c).
12. The vehicle (10) as claimed in claim 1, comprising an engine vertically mounted to the frame (12) of the vehicle (10).
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| 1 | 202311005003-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [25-01-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-01-25 |
| 2 | 202311005003-POWER OF AUTHORITY [25-01-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-01-25 |
| 3 | 202311005003-FORM 1 [25-01-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-01-25 |
| 4 | 202311005003-DRAWINGS [25-01-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-01-25 |
| 5 | 202311005003-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [25-01-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-01-25 |
| 6 | 202311005003-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [25-01-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-01-25 |
| 7 | 202311005003-Proof of Right [16-06-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-06-16 |