Abstract:
I. Product & its Uses
The 'D' is a nut where cross section alongwith
the axis of the tapped hole is in the form
of letter D.
The 'D' nuts are used in some type of cycles
like Sen-Raleigh manufactured by Sen Raleigh
Ltd. Calcutta and not in other types of cycles like
Atlas, Hero, etc. The 'D' nuts are being used
alongwith the respective bolts to hold the fork
clips and the chain stay clips in rear brake tube
functions in pre-determined manner to effect the
braking system effectively.
II. Market Potential
The Sen Raleigh cycles were in very good
demand about two decades back. In those days,
the purchasers of cycle were interested in
more durable and quality bicycles. These
cycles were costly, the people had purchasing
power, quality minded.
, As the components of Raleigh cycles have
special feature-they have become comparatively
costlier to process the components. On a
cumulative effect of the above, the price of these
cycles have become costly and dearer as compared
to other brands. Hence, the demand for
this type is now very less. As a result, the
demand for these 'D' nuts also has come down
and is not available freely with the cycle part
dealers.