Patent ID: 7922009
Filing Date: 2011-04-12
Classification: B62H

Abstract:
1. A bicycle storage and retrieval assembly for a storage rack structure comprising: a) a mounting structure for attachment to the storage rack structure; b) a lower track assembly secured to said mounting structure, said lower track having a plurality of apertures; c) an upper track assembly, constructed and arranged to be slidable and pivotable with respect to said lower track assembly and further having means to hold a bicycle, said upper track having a pivotable pawl for engaging said apertures of said lower track at a predetermined rate of movement; d) a motor assembly with a brake mechanism, a gear reduction device, a lower stop switch, an upper stop switch and an up/down switch, said motor assembly further having a shaft with means for moving said upper track assembly with respect to said lower track assembly; e) a pivotable upper track plate assembly attached to said upper track assembly and positioned for movement in said lower track assembly; and f) said means to hold a bicycle including a front wheel cage structure and a rear wheel securement assembly and said rear wheel securement assembly including a movable base member having rollers, at least one cage structure and a locking structure for engaging a bicycle wheel.