InstaLock - The Intelligent Bicycle Lock

INSTALOCK THE INTELLIGENT BICYCLE LOCK

Designed by Kasper Schwartz 路 www.keschdesign.com 路 Copyright 漏 2013

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

What is the InstaLock and how does it work?

The InstaLock is an advanced bicycle cable lock, with a two meter long retractable steel cable inside. What separates the InstaLock from current bicycle locking solutions, is that it’s an intelligent security system.

The system is connected to the steel cable via a circuit threaded into the cable. In the case of an attempt to cut over the cable, the InstaLock will set off an audio-visual alarm sequence, and meanwhile notify the owner of the bicycle via his or her smartphone. This will enable both the owner and people near the bicycle to quickly take action and avoid the bike from being stolen. To further enhance the InstaLock’s security system, there is also a motion sensor and a GPS-tracker inside the InstaLock, which will detect any movement of the bike. If movement of the bike continues, the same alarm sequence and owner notification will set off. The InstaLock is attached to the frame of the bicycle with a bracket, that is either mounted to the bike’s bottle-cage mounting holes or with straps. The InstaLock is meant to be “permanently” attached to the bicycle’s frame, so it’s always quick and easy to use, but it is easily detached when that is needed.

Why is it needed?

As of today, bicycles parked around in urban environments are, unfortunately, still prone to get stolen. Even though they are carefully locked up, with both wheels and frame chained to a steel bar with a very robust lock, it’s just a matter of having a large enough chain cutter to break the lock. InstaLock aims to deal with this ongoing issue with it’s intelligent security system described above. Having this added dimension of security leads to a more preventive and adaptive locking solution, that discourage thieves and gives the bicycle owner an added overview and peace of mind. Furthermore, the InstaLock deals with the inconvenient, cumbersome and time consuming operation, that characterize current solutions for properly locking up a bicycle.

The quick and easy operation of locking and unlocking a bike with the InstaLock is further explained on page 5.

Who is it aimed for?

The InstaLock is aimed at bicycle users with midrange to high-end bicycles, that they park and lock up in city/urban areas on a daily basis.

They seek an easier and quicker solution for locking up their bicycle, that still provide a premium level of security. They are willing to accept a high price tag for quality accessories and state of the art equipment for their bicycle.

Designed by Kasper Schwartz · www.keschdesign.com · Copyright © 2013

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COMPONENT OVERVIEW (EXPLODED VIEW)

Cast 2mm aluminium shell (right side)

PVC-coated steel cable (Ø8 mm x 2 m length)

Rubber coated cable rollers Cable reel

Reflective ring with LED’s

Intelligent Lock Unit Reflective ring with LED’s

Cable retract button

Bryce Key-Rex™ 10mm M2 screws

Bryce Key-Rex™ 20mm M2 screws

Battery unit

Battery door

Rubber sealing 2 x AAA battery

Mounting bracket

SPECIFICATIONS Measures and Weight: Height: 162 mm - Width: 189mm - Thickness: 50 mm - Weight: 2,1 kg Intelligent Lock Unit: Communication: Bluetooth (smartphone interaction) + GSM-transmitter [long distance) Security systems: GPS tracking, Motion sensors, Loudspeaker (audio alarm), LEDs (visual alarm) Power: 2 x AAA batteries - estimated lifetime of 6 months Additional info: Bryce Key-Rex™ tamper-proof screws are chosen to prevent vandalism

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SECTION SIDE VIEW

Cable lock head

M5 thread holes for mounting water bottle holder

Intelligent Lock Unit PVC-coated steel cable (Ø8 mm x 2 m length) Key insert

Cable lock head insert M2 thread hole for Bryce Key-Rex™

Bracket release button Canal for excess rain water

Battery unit Insert for mounting bracket hook

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HOW TO LOCK AND UNLOCK THE BICYCLE

LOCKING BICYCLE STEP 1

STEP 2

Pull out the cable from the InstaLock

Lead the cable through wheels and frame

STEP 3

Insert the cable head into the InstaLock

UNLOCKING BICYCLE STEP 1

STEP 2

Insert the key to unlock the cable and turn off the alarm systems

Retract and lead the cable back while pressing the ‘retract button’

STEP 3

Remove the key and you’re ready to bike!

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MOUNTING EXAMPLES ON VARIOUS BIKES

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MOUNTING EXAMPLES ON VARIOUS BIKES

[ with water bottle cage mounted ] Designed by Kasper Schwartz 路 www.keschdesign.com 路 Copyright 漏 2013

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MOUNTING EXAMPLES ON VARIOUS BIKES

[ alternativ mouting with straps ] Designed by Kasper Schwartz 路 www.keschdesign.com 路 Copyright 漏 2013

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MOUNTING EXAMPLES ON VARIOUS BIKES

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INSTALOCK - The Intelligent Bicycle Lock · Designed by Kasper Schwartz · www.keschdesign.com · Copyright © 2013 Designed by Kasper Schwartz · www.keschdesign.com · Copyright © 2013

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