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CPC Subclass Not Allocatable
B62M

RIDER PROPULSION OF WHEELED VEHICLES OR SLEDGES; POWERED PROPULSION OF SLEDGES OR CYCLES; TRANSMISSIONS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR SUCH VEHICLES (arrangements or mounting of transmissions in vehicles in general B60K; transmission elements per se F16)

Description

B62M covers human-powered and motor-driven propulsion systems for bicycles, tricycles, motorcycles, and sledges, including pedal mechanisms, chain drives, and transmission systems specifically designed for these light vehicles. This classification encompasses mechanical components such as cranks, pedals, sprockets, and gearing arrangements that transfer rider energy or engine power to the wheels. It excludes general automotive transmissions (covered in B60) and focuses on propulsion solutions adapted to the lighter-duty, often human-powered context of cycles and similar vehicles. The class is essential for innovations in cycling technology, including both traditional bicycle drivetrains and motorized variants of two- and three-wheeled vehicles.

16 direct subcodes

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  • B62M 15/00 Transmissions characterised by use of crank shafts and coupling rods
  • B62M 17/00 Transmissions characterised by use of rotary shaft, e.g. cardan shaft
  • B62M 19/00 Transmissions characterised by use of non-mechanical gearing, e.g. fluid gearing
  • B62M 21/00 Transmissions characterised by use of resilient elements therein
  • B62M 5/00 Foot-driven levers as pedal cranks which can be immobilised as foot-rests (immobilising against theft B62H5/10)

Top Applicants

Top 10 applicants by patent filingsfor class B62, 2013–2023, worldwide · Source: EPO PATSTAT

  1. HONDA MOTOR COMPANY JP 5,923
  2. HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY KR 5,548
  3. FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES US 5,466
  4. KIA MOTORS CORPORATION KR 4,265
  5. HONDA MOTOR COMPANY 4,147
  6. SHIMANO JP 4,060
  7. ROBERT BOSCH DE 3,750
  8. TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION JP 3,683
  9. TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION 3,604
  10. BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE) DE 3,538