20240017779. ROTATABLE CAROUSEL STORAGE UNIT FOR BICYCLES simplified abstract (Sportworks Global LLC)
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ROTATABLE CAROUSEL STORAGE UNIT FOR BICYCLES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Eric L. Rayl of Woodinville WA (US)
Gavin Brink of Seattle WA (US)
Paul De La Port of Woodinville WA (US)
Jeffrey Mark Abramson of Edmonds WA (US)
April Johnson of Mill Creek WA (US)
ROTATABLE CAROUSEL STORAGE UNIT FOR BICYCLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240017779 titled 'ROTATABLE CAROUSEL STORAGE UNIT FOR BICYCLES
Simplified Explanation
The disclosed patent application describes a bicycle storage unit that includes a rotatable bicycle storage carousel. This carousel is designed to rotate around a central axis, allowing for a dense storage of bicycles in a vertical orientation. The carousel is enclosed within a structure.
- The bicycle storage carousel has an elongated central core that is oriented in a direction orthogonal to the base structure.
- The elongated central core is rotatable relative to the base structure.
- Multiple bicycle storage assemblies are included on the carousel, providing a means to hang bicycles.
Potential Applications:
- Bicycle storage units for residential buildings, offices, or public spaces.
- Bike-sharing programs that require efficient storage solutions.
- Bicycle parking facilities at transportation hubs or events.
Problems Solved:
- Limited space for bicycle storage in crowded areas.
- Difficulty in organizing and accessing bicycles in a compact manner.
- Potential damage to bicycles due to improper storage.
Benefits:
- Maximizes the use of vertical space for bicycle storage.
- Allows for easy access and retrieval of bicycles.
- Protects bicycles from damage by providing a secure and organized storage solution.
Original Abstract Submitted
a bicycle storage unit is disclosed. the unit includes a rotatable bicycle storage carousel that is structured to rotate about a central axis to provide for a dense storage of bicycles, which are stored on the rotatable bicycle storage carousel in a generally vertical orientation. the unit further includes an enclosure surrounding the carousel. the rotatable bicycle storage carousel comprises an elongated central core oriented in a first direction that is orthogonal relative to a plane defined by a base structure of the rotatable bicycle storage carousel. the elongated central core is rotatable relative to the base structure. the carousel further includes multiple bicycle storage assemblies on which bicycles can be hung.
