Industrial Consultancy & Sponsored Research (IC&SR) , IIT Madras
Seat For A Saddle-type Vehicle
Technology Category/Market
Category- Automobile & Transportation
Industry Classification:
Seating systems, two-wheeler manufacturers, motorcycle and scooter seating; Safety Equipment Industry; Ergonomics and Comfort Design
Applications:
Pillion rider seat; Customizable Seating; Passenger safety seat, customizable seating and utility enhancement; add-on seat as after market accessory; Storage compartment for two-wheelers
Market report:
The global baby safety products market valued at USD 132 Billion in 2022 is projected to increase to USD 196.83 Billion in 2030 with a CAGR of 5.5%.
Problem Statement
- Saddle-type vehicles, such as motorcycles or scooters, are provided with various types of seats for comfort of drives and passengers.
- Conventional saddle-type vehicle seats prioritize driver comfort but lack adequate safety and support features for pillion riders.
- Further, conventional seats fail to prevent excessive movement or ensure safety, especially for children, elderly, or specially-abled individuals during accidents.
- There is a need for an adjustable, secure seating with advanced safety mechanisms and multifunctionality, such as conversion into a storage box.
Technology
- The seat integrates a 5-point harness, adjustable headrest, and side panels to protect the pillion rider’s head and hands during accidents, ensuring optimal safety for children, elderly, or specially-abled individuals.
- Includes a vertically movable headrest and laterally adjustable side panels actuated by a lead screw mechanism, allowing users to customize the seat’s dimensions for maximum comfort.
- The seat can convert into a storage box capable of holding items like medical supplies, groceries, or tools, enhancing utility for saddle-type vehicles..
- The base is slidably coupled to the vehicle’s frame using rails, enabling smooth forward or backward movement and easy installation on existing vehicles..
- Features a cushioned backrest and a reliable actuation assembly that ensures consistent functionality, making it a practical solution for daily use and long-distance travel.
Key Features/Value Proposition
- Easily mountable on existing vehicles using sliding rails, ensuring compatibility with various saddle-type vehicles without significant modifications.
- Includes a lead screw-based actuation assembly, enabling simple adjustments of the headrest and side panels with minimal effort.
- The invented seat is multifunctional as it can be converted into a storage compartment. Whereas, existing pillion seats lack the capability to transform into storage units, a feature that enhances utility for both daily use and long-distance travel.
- This invention allows precise customization of head and side support. Whereas, conventional designs often fail to offer ergonomic adjustments for pillion riders.
- Specifically addresses the needs of children, elderly, and specially-abled riders, an underserved segment in conventional seat designs.
Questions about this Technology?
Contact for Licensing
Research Lab
Prof. Jayaganthan
Department of Engineering Design
Intellectual Property
- IITM IDF Ref 2648
- IN 202241043136 Patent Application
- PCT Publication No: WO/2024/069652
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 5
Technology Validated in Relevant environment