A two-wheeled vehicle includes a frame assembly having a front end and a rear end extending along a longitudinally-extending centerline, a front ground-engaging member operably coupled to the front end of the frame assembly at a front rotational axis, and a rear ground-engaging member operably coupled to the rear end of the frame assembly at a rear rotational axis. The vehicle further includes an engine supported by the frame assembly and operably coupled to the front and rear ground-engaging members, and the engine includes a throttle body assembly. Additionally, the vehicle includes an air intake assembly fluidly coupled to the engine and including an airbox and a mounting plate having a first channel and a second channel. The first and second channels are configured to align with the throttle body assembly. The mounting plate is configured to couple the airbox to the throttle body assembly.
Methods and systems for vehicle event prevention and management are provided. In some examples a seat for a vehicle is provided. The seat includes a backrest, a headrest, and one or more airbags stored within at least one of the backrest or the headrest. The one or more airbags include one or more arm wings, which, when deployed, are sized and shaped to encapsulate at least a portion of one or more arms of an occupant of the seat.
B60R 21/207 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated conditionArrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components in vehicle seats
B60R 21/00 - Arrangements or fittings on vehicles for protecting or preventing injuries to occupants or pedestrians in case of accidents or other traffic risks
B60R 21/231 - Inflatable members characterised by their shape, construction or spatial configuration
A snow vehicle is provided comprising a ground engaging member and a frame supported by the ground engaging member. A steering assembly is coupled between the frame and the ground engaging member, and a spindle assembly is coupled between the ground engaging member and the steering assembly. The spindle assembly comprises a first portion coupled to the ground engaging member, and a second portion coupled to the steering assembly, and the first portion is removably coupled to the second portion.
A crossover bumper for damping noise in a dual-spring shock absorber that includes a spring coupler and a crossover ring. The crossover bumper includes a first ring having a first material forming a ring-shaped body that includes a first side and a second side facing opposite to the first side, and that defines a central opening, an inside diameter and an outside diameter; and a second ring attached to the first side of the first ring and including a second material forming a ring-shaped body defining a central opening aligned with the central opening of the first ring, an inside diameter and an outside diameter. The first material has a modulus of elasticity that is greater than a modulus of elasticity of the second material.
B60G 15/02 - Resilient suspensions characterised by arrangement, location, or type of combined spring and vibration- damper, e.g. telescopic type having mechanical spring
F16F 7/12 - Vibration-dampersShock-absorbers using plastic deformation of members
An upper frame assembly for a vehicle is provided. The upper frame assembly comprises a first generally upstanding frame member comprising a first stamped frame piece coupled to a second stamped frame piece, and a first longitudinally extending frame member at least partially longitudinally aligned from a top view with the first generally upstanding frame member. The first longitudinally extending frame member comprises a third stamped frame piece coupled to a fourth stamped frame piece, and a first joint member defining a first coupling location and a second coupling location. The first joint member comprises a first joint stamped piece and a second joint stamped piece, and the first longitudinally extending frame member is coupled to the first joint member at the first coupling location. Further, the first generally upstanding frame member is coupled to the first joint member at the second coupling location.
B62D 21/02 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted comprising longitudinally or transversely arranged frame members
B62D 21/08 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted built-up with interlaced cross members ("Fachwerkrahmen")
Aspects of the present disclosure relate to an electric or hybrid vehicle. Aspects of the vehicle may be used to provide a variety of functionality, including power exporting and aggregation, power take off functionality, thermal signature reduction, and improved vehicle longevity, vehicle turning, and vehicle control techniques.
B60W 10/18 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of braking systems
B60W 10/20 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of steering systems
B60W 10/26 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of energy storage means for electrical energy, e.g. batteries or capacitors
B60W 20/15 - Control strategies specially adapted for achieving a particular effect
B60W 50/14 - Means for informing the driver, warning the driver or prompting a driver intervention
F02D 1/00 - Controlling fuel-injection pumps, e.g. of high-pressure injection type
B60G 3/20 - Resilient suspensions for a single wheel with two or more pivoted arms, e.g. parallelogram all arms being rigid
B60G 21/05 - Interconnection systems for two or more resiliently-suspended wheels, e.g. for stabilising a vehicle body with respect to acceleration, deceleration or centrifugal forces permanently interconnected mechanically between wheels on the same axle but on different sides of the vehicle, i.e. the left and right wheel suspensions being interconnected
B60K 17/00 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles
B60K 17/22 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location, or type of main drive shafting, e.g. cardan shaft
B60K 17/24 - Arrangement of mountings for shafting
B60K 17/34 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles for driving both front and rear wheels, e.g. four wheel drive vehicles
B60K 17/344 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles for driving both front and rear wheels, e.g. four wheel drive vehicles having a transfer gear
B60N 2/005 - Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
B60N 2/30 - Non-dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats
B60N 2/38 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles specially constructed for use on tractors or like off-road vehicles
A hybrid personal watercraft combines features of pontoon boats and deck boats, in a cost-effective and versatile package. The watercraft includes port and starboard sponsons which combine a pair of outboard flotation cavities. A space below the deck and above the hull bottom creates at least one, and potentially up to three additional flotation cavities, which may also be used as storage areas accessible by an access door in the bow of the watercraft and/or a set of hatches in the deck. The watercraft may be efficiently produced assembled from polymer materials, such as thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO).
A vehicle is disclosed which includes a controller having at least one of a vehicle security module and a playback module. The vehicle security module may operate in a secure once mode of operation or in a secure all mode of operation. The playback module records ride information associated with the vehicle. The ride information may be provided to an external device.
B60R 25/04 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles operating on vehicle systems or fittings, e.g. on doors, seats or windscreens operating on the propulsion system, e.g. engine or drive motor
B60K 28/00 - Safety devices for propulsion-unit control, specially adapted for, or arranged in, vehicles, e.g. preventing fuel supply or ignition in the event of potentially dangerous conditions
B60R 25/00 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles
B60R 25/102 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles actuating a signalling device a signal being sent to a remote location, e.g. a radio signal being transmitted to a police station, a security company or the owner
B60R 25/23 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using manual input of alphanumerical codes
B60R 25/30 - Detection related to theft or to other events relevant to anti-theft systems
B60R 25/34 - Detection related to theft or to other events relevant to anti-theft systems of conditions of vehicle components, e.g. of windows, door locks or gear selectors
B62M 27/02 - Propulsion devices for sledges or the like power driven
In some examples, a seat for a boat passenger is provided. The seat includes a seat back that has a forward passenger support interface. The seat back includes a main support and a supplemental support. The main support has a recess. The supplemental support is moveable relative to the main support between a first position wherein a first portion of the supplemental support forms part of the forward passenger support interface and a second position wherein a second portion of the supplemental support forms part of the forward passenger support interface. At least a portion of the supplemental support is received in the recess of the main support in the first position and is spaced apart from the recess in the second position.
A turbocharger and method of controlling the same includes a turbine housing comprising an inlet and an outlet, turbine wheel coupled to a shaft. The turbine housing comprising a first scroll and a second scroll for fluidically coupling the inlet and the turbine wheel. The first scroll has a first end adjacent the inlet and a second end adjacent the turbine wheel. The second scroll has a third end adjacent the inlet and a fourth end adjacent the turbine wheel. An exhaust gas diverter valve is coupled to the turbine housing restricting flow into the first scroll or the second scroll.
An engine is provided including a crankshaft with an optimized bearing configuration, an integrated starter-generator, an integrated thermostat configured to improve cold start performance, an integrated water system including the integrated thermostat, an integrated oil tank breathing system, and an integrated engine breather system.
A utility vehicle includes an exhaust assembly fluidly coupled to an engine. Depending on various parameters, such as the size and/or performance of the vehicle, the exhaust assembly is required to meet certain emissions regulations. Such emissions regulations may be met by increasing the temperature within the exhaust assembly, however, at particularly high temperatures, a catalyst of the exhaust assembly may be damaged. Therefore, the exhaust assembly includes various options for cooling portions thereof to remove heat from the assembly.
A shock control cable assembly for a vehicle includes a routing guide including a channel configured to receive conductors of a main cable that connects to a shock control module, conductors of a first shock cable that connects to a first shock, and conductors of a second shock cable that connect to a second shock. At least one of the conductors of the main cable is connected to each of the first shock cable and the second shock cable within the channel. The routing guide further including a first flange having a first opening to receive a first fastener to secure the routing guide to a first member of a rear suspension of the vehicle. Potting material is injected into the channel to encapsulate the conductors of the main cable, the first shock cable, and the second shock cable to protect the conductors from environmental conditions.
H01B 7/24 - Devices affording localised protection against mechanical force or pressure
B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
B62J 45/00 - Electrical equipment arrangements specially adapted for use as accessories on cycles, not otherwise provided for
B62M 27/02 - Propulsion devices for sledges or the like power driven
H01B 7/00 - Insulated conductors or cables characterised by their form
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LOCATION-BASED MODIFICATION OF TWO-STROKE ENGINE CALIBRATION
Recreational vehicle two-stroke engine control systems configured for location-based modification of an engine calibration may include a locator device, a throttle position sensor, and an engine speed sensor communicatively coupled to an engine control unit. The engine control unit controls a position of an exhaust valve based on a first calibration map and an input from the sensors. The engine control unit also determines, based on a location of the vehicle, a second calibration map. The engine control unit controls a position of an exhaust valve based on a second calibration map and an input from the sensors. Controlling the two-stroke engine to operate the exhaust valve at the second exhaust valve position may improve the engine run-quality, performance, efficiency, or the like.
A utility vehicle includes a plurality of ground-engaging members, a frame supported by the ground-engaging members, and a powertrain assembly. The powertrain assembly includes an engine, a shiftable transmission, a continuously variable transmission, and a charger. Additionally, the utility vehicle may include a cooling assembly fluidly coupled to at least the engine and the charger.
F02M 35/16 - Combustion-air cleaners, air intakes, intake silencers, or induction systems specially adapted for, or arranged on, internal-combustion engines characterised by use in vehicles
F16H 55/56 - Pulleys or friction discs of adjustable construction of which the bearing parts are relatively axially adjustable
A dynamic adaptive ballasting system for selectively positioning batteries within the hull of a watercraft. For pontoon boats, the ballasting system may be disposed in a pontoon log, for example a middle pontoon log disposed between two outer pontoon logs. The ballasting system enables the balance and weight distribution of the watercraft to be dynamically adjusted for enhanced stability and performance.
B63B 11/04 - Constructional features of bunkers or ballast tanks, e.g. with elastic walls
B63B 43/06 - Improving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for reducing risk of capsizing or sinking by improving stability using ballast tanks
B63H 21/17 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven by electric motor
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CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION AND VEHICLE INCLUDING SAME
A method of controlling a continuously variable transmission (CVT) of a vehicle that includes an engine operative to drive the CVT, includes: determining a speed of the engine of the vehicle; detecting at least one of a throttle demand and a throttle valve position; determining a clutch control variable based on an operator input device, the CVT of the vehicle including a first clutch and a second clutch, the first clutch being moveable by an actuator to modulate a gear ratio of the CVT; calculating a target engine speed based on the at least one of the throttle demand and the throttle valve position and the clutch control variable; determining an acceleration of the vehicle; and calculating a target position of the first clutch of the CVT based on the calculated target engine speed, the determined acceleration of the vehicle, and the determined speed of the engine.
A snowmobile may include an endless track, an electric powertrain operatively coupled to the endless track and a structural frame including a rear portion including a tunnel and a front portion positioned forward of the tunnel. The snowmobile may include a steering assembly and a straddle seat positioned along the longitudinal axis of the snowmobile over the endless track. The straddle seat may extend longitudinally rearward of the steering assembly. The straddle seat has a longitudinal front extent, a longitudinal rear extent, and a longitudinal mid-point. The snowmobile may include a storage support above the endless track and extending under the straddle seat of the snowmobile. The storage support may be accessible along a longitudinal direction of the snowmobile while the straddle seat is supported by a seat support and may extend longitudinally along the tunnel from a location rearward of the straddle seat to at least forward of the longitudinal mid-point of the straddle seat. The snowmobile may include a cantilevered straddle seat. The snowmobile may include a pass through storage positioned above the skis.
A vehicle may include a CVT unit or a power source which requires ambient air. An air inlet for an air intake system coupled to the CVT unit or the power source which requires ambient air may be provided in a side of a cargo carrying portion of the vehicle. The vehicle may include a rear radius arm suspension.
B60K 17/354 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles for driving both front and rear wheels, e.g. four wheel drive vehicles having separate mechanical assemblies for transmitting drive to the front or to the rear wheels or set of wheels
B60G 3/14 - Resilient suspensions for a single wheel with a single pivoted arm the arm being essentially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle the arm being rigid
B60G 3/20 - Resilient suspensions for a single wheel with two or more pivoted arms, e.g. parallelogram all arms being rigid
B60G 3/22 - Resilient suspensions for a single wheel with two or more pivoted arms, e.g. parallelogram all arms being rigid a rigid arm forming the axle housing
B60K 5/00 - Arrangement or mounting of internal-combustion or jet-propulsion units
B60K 11/06 - Arrangement in connection with cooling of propulsion units with air cooling
B60K 13/02 - Arrangement in connection with combustion air intake or gas exhaust of propulsion units concerning intake
B60K 17/00 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles
B60K 17/16 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location or kind of gearing of differential gearing
B60K 17/34 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles for driving both front and rear wheels, e.g. four wheel drive vehicles
B60K 17/348 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles for driving both front and rear wheels, e.g. four wheel drive vehicles having differential means for driving one set of wheels, e.g. the front, at one speed and the other set, e.g. the rear, at a different speeds
B62D 21/18 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted characterised by the vehicle type and not provided for in groups
A snow flap has a first portion that may include a first material. The first portion also includes a second portion may include a second material, said first material stiffer than the second material. The portion also includes a joint formed between the first portion and the second portion.
A tunnel and battery box assembly for a snow vehicle includes a tunnel covering at least a portion of an endless track. The tunnel also includes a first heat exchanger coupled to the first sidewall; a second heat exchanger coupled to the second sidewall, a fuel tank, a first thermal cover coupled to the first heat exchanger between the first heat exchanger and the fuel tank, a first insulating layer disposed on an upper surface of the first thermal cover, a second thermal cover coupled to the second heat exchanger between the second heat exchanger and the fuel tank, and a second insulating layer disposed on an upper surface of the second thermal cover. The vehicle may also include a battery box structure having a battery receiver receiving the battery, and a fuel tank mount integrally formed in the battery box structure coupling the battery box to fuel tank.
A fuel system comprising a fuel tank, a mixing volume configured to mix fuel vapor and air, the mixing volume comprising an outlet configured to be fluidly coupled to an engine, and a fuel vapor line configured to fluidly couple the fuel tank to the mixing volume.
F02M 25/08 - Engine-pertinent apparatus for adding non-fuel substances or small quantities of secondary fuel to combustion-air, main fuel or fuel-air mixture adding fuel vapours drawn from engine fuel reservoir
B60K 5/04 - Arrangement or mounting of internal-combustion or jet-propulsion units with the engine main axis, e.g. crankshaft axis, transversely to the longitudinal centre line of the vehicle
B60K 15/035 - Fuel tanks characterised by venting means
According to certain embodiments, a convertible recreational vehicle comprises one or more front ground engaging members; one or more rear ground engaging members; a frame supported by the one or more front ground engaging members and the one or more rear ground engaging members. In addition, the convertible recreational vehicle comprises a steering assembly configured to steer the one or more front ground engaging members. In addition, the convertible recreational vehicle includes a seat assembly supported by the frame and configured to support at least one rider and a motor configured to drive at least one of: (i) the one or more front ground engaging members and (ii) the one or more rear ground engaging members. Further, the convertible recreational vehicle includes a floor panel including a surface that extends across a width of the floor panel.
B60K 1/04 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units of the electric storage means for propulsion
B60K 1/00 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units
B60K 31/00 - Vehicle fittings, acting on a single sub-unit only, for automatically controlling vehicle speed, i.e. preventing speed from exceeding an arbitrarily established velocity or maintaining speed at a particular velocity, as selected by the vehicle operator
B62D 51/00 - Motor vehicles characterised by the driver not being seated
B62D 51/02 - Motor vehicles characterised by the driver not being seated the driver standing in the vehicle
B62K 13/00 - Cycles convertible to, or transformable into, other types of cycles or land vehicles
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to youth electric recreational vehicles. In some embodiments, a youth recreational vehicle, comprises: one or more front ground engaging members, one or more rear ground engaging members, and a frame supported by the one or more front ground engaging members and the one or more rear ground engaging members. In addition, the youth recreational vehicle comprises a seat supported by the frame and configured to support at least one rider and an electric powertrain. The electric powertrain is configured to drive at least one of: (i) the one or more front ground engaging members and (ii) the one or more rear ground engaging members. The electric powertrain comprises: a controller, at least one electric motor, and at least one battery pack.
B60K 1/00 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units
B60G 9/00 - Resilient suspensions for a rigid axle or axle housing for two or more wheels
B60G 17/015 - Resilient suspensions having means for adjusting the spring or vibration-damper characteristics, for regulating the distance between a supporting surface and a sprung part of vehicle or for locking suspension during use to meet varying vehicular or surface conditions, e.g. due to speed or load the regulating means comprising electric or electronic elements
B60K 1/04 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units of the electric storage means for propulsion
B60K 26/02 - Arrangement or mounting of propulsion-unit control devices in vehicles of initiating means or elements
B60L 15/20 - Methods, circuits or devices for controlling the propulsion of electrically-propelled vehicles, e.g. their traction-motor speed, to achieve a desired performanceAdaptation of control equipment on electrically-propelled vehicles for remote actuation from a stationary place, from alternative parts of the vehicle or from alternative vehicles of the same vehicle train for control of the vehicle or its driving motor to achieve a desired performance, e.g. speed, torque, programmed variation of speed
B60L 58/12 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries responding to state of charge [SoC]
B60Q 9/00 - Arrangement or adaptation of signal devices not provided for in one of main groups
B62D 1/02 - Steering controls, i.e. means for initiating a change of direction of the vehicle vehicle-mounted
An electronic throttle-control system that includes: an electronic control unit (ECU) including a processor and a memory storing a throttle-control translation map; a throttle-input sensor in electrical communication with the ECU and configured to sense an input from an operator-actuated throttle device; and a 2-stroke internal-combustion engine. The 2-stroke internal-combustion engine may include: an electronic throttle-valve actuator in electrical connection with the ECU; a throttle body for controlling airflow to combustion chambers of the engine and defining first and second throttle bores; first and second throttle valves in the bores; and a throttle valve control shaft coupled to the throttle valves and the actuator, such that movement of the actuator causes the throttle valve control shaft to rotate and move the first and second throttle valves; and a throttle-position sensor in electrical communication with the ECU sensing an actual position of the first and second throttle valves.
Drivetrains and constant velocity joints for recreational vehicles are disclosed. These joints comprise a housing, an aperture for connecting with an axle, and interior components for rotatably connecting the axle to the housing. Various retention mechanisms improve the retention of constant velocity joints, including hydraulic-based, disc-based, pin-based, spline-based, and spring ring-based mechanisms. Hydraulic-based systems utilize adjustable hydraulic pressure for maintaining engagement. Disc-based mechanisms employ a conical disc that provides additional frictional force to resist pull-out forces. Pin-based retention involves drive pads or pins and corresponding tracks or grooves in the shaft interfacing gear. Spline-based mechanisms include a toolless locking half shaft retention system with rotating, interrupted splines. Spring ring-based retention features multiple flexible retaining rings placed axially along the spline, providing improved shaft retention. These retention mechanisms enhance the performance and reliability of recreational vehicle drivetrains by securing the constant velocity joint connections.
F16D 3/2237 - Universal joints in which flexibility is produced by means of pivots or sliding or rolling connecting parts one coupling part entering a sleeve of the other coupling part and connected thereto by sliding or rolling members the rolling members being balls, rollers, or the like, guided in grooves or sockets in both coupling parts the rolling members being guided in grooves in both coupling parts where the grooves are composed of radii and adjoining straight lines, i.e. undercut free [UF] type joints
An engine is disclosed having a water cooling system allowing efficient cooling of the exhaust valves to prevent temperature gradients from building in the engine. Water is therefore pumped through the engine though first and second water cooling cores which discharge through the head. A water manifold is positioned over the discharge opening and includes couplings for the radiator supply, radiator return, water pump supply, oil cooler supply and oil cooler return. The engine has separate chambers to isolate the pistons and cylinders, and reed valves cover the chambers and allow the blow-by gases and oil to enter the oil pan during the power stroke of the engine cycle.
Disclosed is a vehicle that may include a frame to support a power system, such as an engine, and one or more surface supports, such as wheels, to support the frame. The engine may include an internal combustion engine and a fuel supply system therefore. The engine may provide power to drive the wheels.
B60W 30/16 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle
B60K 31/00 - Vehicle fittings, acting on a single sub-unit only, for automatically controlling vehicle speed, i.e. preventing speed from exceeding an arbitrarily established velocity or maintaining speed at a particular velocity, as selected by the vehicle operator
B60W 50/14 - Means for informing the driver, warning the driver or prompting a driver intervention
A vent transfer tube assembly is provided for use with a saddle shaped fuel tank for a vehicle having an inner volume with a first upper section, a second upper section with a filler neck for delivering fuel to the inner volume, and a middle lower section between the first and second upper sections. The assembly includes a vent transfer tube having an inlet end and an outlet end, the inlet end being positioned in an upper location of the first upper section and the outlet end being positioned adjacent the filler neck in the second upper section. The vent transfer tube provides a flow path for vapor in the first upper section of the inner volume through the inlet end to the outlet end where the vapor exits the inner volume through the filler neck.
A drive unit for a continuously variable transmission. Tower column portions are formed on a spider assembly with radially extending torque arms mounted to a translating sheave. The tower column portions are arranged with access openings oriented adjacent to and facing the translating sheave to limit flow of debris into the tower column. A baffle may be included that surrounds the spider assembly to further limit the radial inflows. The tower column portions are integrated into the spider assembly for enhanced structural integrity, thereby eliminating the need for separate cover component. Independent sliders may be mounted on opposed tangential faces of the torque arms enabling compensation for differential wear between the sliders even at advanced stages of wear. In some embodiments, the sliders are biased radially outward and into the tower column portions for enhanced contact with the tower column portions.
F16H 55/56 - Pulleys or friction discs of adjustable construction of which the bearing parts are relatively axially adjustable
F16H 63/06 - Final output mechanisms thereforActuating means for the final output mechanisms a single final output mechanism being moved by a single final actuating mechanism the final output mechanism having an indefinite number of positions
A vehicle, system, and method for drone integration with a vehicle is provided. The vehicle may comprise a plurality of ground engaging members, a frame assembly supported by the plurality of ground engaging members, a powertrain operatively coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engaging members, a docking station supported the frame assembly and a drone releasably coupled to the docking station in a home position, the docking station configured to secure the drone thereto and charge the drone when in the home position, wherein the vehicle is in communication with the drone such that the drone selectively lands on the docking station.
A snowmobile hitch has a pintle hitch portion and a flapper hitch portion. A hitch body has a rearward projection pintle hitch horn and a portion that pivotally supports a pintle hook movable toward and away from the horn for opening and closing the pintle hitch portion. The hitch further having a V-shaped flapper that is pivotally engaged with the hitch body by way of one or may polymeric spacers providing friction reduction and noise attenuation when moving the flapper, as well as positional fixation. The spacers having a detent for engaging with respective projection on the hitch body. The hitch further having a latch with a pivot pin, a locking pin portion, and a handle. Manipulating the handle can unlock the pintle hitch hook from one of the open and closed positions and move the hook to the other of the open and closed positions.
A snowmobile including a first warmer configured to generate heat in response to electrical current driven therethrough, and a second warmer configured to generate heat in response to electrical current driven therethrough. A control module is configured to accept a first temperature input from an operator of the snowmobile indicating a desired first temperature of the first warmer, and direct sufficient electrical current to the first warmer to generate heat equal to the first temperature input. The control module is further configured to accept a second temperature input from the operator of the snowmobile indicating a desired second temperature of the second warmer, and direct sufficient electrical current to the second warmer to generate heat equal to the second temperature input.
A vehicle includes a frame, front and rear wheels, a powertrain comprising an engine and transmission, and various other systems and components. The frame includes various features for supporting components and systems of the vehicle. For example, a rear portion of the frame is configured to support a utility bed, a portion of a cooling system, a portion of an air intake system, and a portion of an exhaust system.
B60K 17/04 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location or kind of gearing
B60K 17/08 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location or kind of gearing of change-speed gearing of mechanical type
B60K 17/16 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location or kind of gearing of differential gearing
B62D 27/02 - Connections between superstructure sub-units rigid
A method of dynamically defining a region proximal to a motorcycle in a lane of a road, including: determining a lateral position of the motorcycle in the lane of the road; defining a forward proximity region having a forward proximity region shape defined by an outer perimeter of the forward proximity region, a forward length, a first lateral forward width at a first end that extends substantially from the first lane boundary to the second lane boundary along an axis normal to the first and second lane boundaries and that intersects a portion of the motorcycle, and a second lateral forward width at a second end forward of the motorcycle and that is less than the first lateral forward width; and changing the forward proximity region shape based on a change of the lateral position of the motorcycle in the lane of the road.
A snowmobile may have an electric powertrain. The electric powertrain may include one or more electric motors to power movement of one or more endless tracks. The electric powertrain may include a plurality of battery assemblies. At least one of the plurality of battery assemblies may be part of a structural frame of the snowmobile. At least one of the plurality of battery assemblies may be supported by a tunnel of the snowmobile.
A diagnostic system of a vehicle for diagnosing a drive belt of a continuously variable transmission. A diagnostic circuit detects or predicts a fault of the drive belt based on an operating parameter received from a sensor associated with the vehicle during a predetermined diagnostic period.
G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time
B60W 50/02 - Ensuring safety in case of control system failures, e.g. by diagnosing, circumventing or fixing failures
B60W 50/14 - Means for informing the driver, warning the driver or prompting a driver intervention
F02D 41/02 - Circuit arrangements for generating control signals
F16H 9/18 - Gearings for conveying rotary motion with variable gear ratio, or for reversing rotary motion, by endless flexible members without members having orbital motion using belts, V-belts, or ropes engaging a pulley built-up out of relatively axially-adjustable parts in which the belt engages the opposite flanges of the pulley directly without interposed belt-supporting members using two pulleys, both built-up out of adjustable conical parts only one flange of each pulley being adjustable
F16H 57/01 - Monitoring wear or stress of gearing elements, e.g. for triggering maintenance
F16H 61/12 - Detecting malfunction or potential malfunction, e.g. fail safe
F16H 61/662 - Control functions within change-speed- or reversing-gearings for conveying rotary motion specially adapted for continuously variable gearings with endless flexible members
A vehicle comprises a frame; a base panel coupled to the frame; a movable panel hingedly coupled to the base panel; and a vehicle seat including a seat bottom and a seat back. The seat bottom is coupled to the movable panel.
B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
B60N 2/38 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles specially constructed for use on tractors or like off-road vehicles
A retainer has a base having a first side having an engagement member extending therefrom and a second side. The base comprising a base opening therethrough. A plunger has a body and a flange extending from the body. A lever member has a lever opening therethrough. The lever opening is sized to receive the body. The lever opening is smaller than the flange. A cover is coupled to the base. The cover comprises a first cover opening. The lever member comprises a first end rotatably coupled to the base or the cover or both. The lever has a second end extending through the first cover opening. A spring is disposed between the cover and the plunger. The spring is retractably urging the plunger into the first cover opening and the base opening.
A vehicle shown herein is a side by side utility vehicle having a plurality of accessories including a cover assembly for covering an opening in a cargo area of the vehicle and a coupler for coupling various components of the vehicle.
B60R 5/04 - Compartments within vehicle body primarily intended or sufficiently spacious for trunks, suit-cases, or the like arranged at rear of vehicle
B62J 9/10 - Containers specially adapted for cycles, e.g. panniers or saddle bags integrated with the cycle
E05D 11/08 - Friction devices between relatively-movable hinge parts
E05F 1/08 - Closers or openers for wings, not otherwise provided for in this subclass spring-actuated
The enclosed disclosure relates to a configuration of an electric vehicle. The embodiments described within provide improvements in the way of packaging associated batteries, motors, transmissions, controllers, and associated components. In the described embodiment enclosed, a vehicle comprises a frame supported by a plurality of ground engaging members, and the frame is configured to support a plurality of seats. The vehicle includes a powertrain comprising a battery supported by the frame and the battery is under at least partially under at least one of the seats. The powertrain also includes a motor supported by the frame and a propeller shaft extends from a position rearward of the battery to a position forward of the battery. The propeller shaft extends along a portion of the vehicle centerline, and when viewed from a side perspective view, the propeller shaft laterally overlaps at least a portion of the battery.
B60G 7/02 - Attaching arms to sprung part of vehicle
B60G 13/00 - Resilient suspensions characterised by arrangement, location, or type of vibration-dampers
B60G 21/02 - Interconnection systems for two or more resiliently-suspended wheels, e.g. for stabilising a vehicle body with respect to acceleration, deceleration or centrifugal forces permanently interconnected
B60K 17/22 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location, or type of main drive shafting, e.g. cardan shaft
B60L 50/60 - Electric propulsion with power supplied within the vehicle using propulsion power supplied by batteries or fuel cells using power supplied by batteries
Aspects of the present disclosure relate to continuously variable transmission (CVT) modeling and protection. In examples, a CVT exhaust duct includes a grate that is hingedly coupled to the exhaust, such that debris may be expelled from the CVT as a result of actuation of the grate. As another example, a CVT cooling system is provided, which includes a coolant reservoir, a coolant pump, and a coolant injector. The coolant injector is configured to introduce coolant into a housing of the CVT, thereby causing the coolant to undergo a phase change and extract heat from the CVT accordingly. Control aspects are described, for example relating to enabling/disabling the CVT cooling system, controlling coolant flow of the CVT cooling system, and managing output power of a prime mover to regulate CVT belt temperature accordingly.
F16H 37/08 - Combinations of mechanical gearings, not provided for in groups comprising essentially only toothed or friction gearings with a plurality of driving or driven shaftsCombinations of mechanical gearings, not provided for in groups comprising essentially only toothed or friction gearings with arrangements for dividing torque between two or more intermediate shafts with differential gearing
F16H 57/04 - Features relating to lubrication or cooling
F16H 61/66 - Control functions within change-speed- or reversing-gearings for conveying rotary motion specially adapted for continuously variable gearings
F16H 61/662 - Control functions within change-speed- or reversing-gearings for conveying rotary motion specially adapted for continuously variable gearings with endless flexible members
F16H 61/02 - Control functions within change-speed- or reversing-gearings for conveying rotary motion characterised by the signals used
58.
ADJUSTABLE SUSPENSION ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF
A vehicle comprises a frame supported by ground engaging members. A prime mover is supported by the frame operably coupled to at least one of the ground engaging members. The prime mover is operable in a first condition and a second condition. A first suspension is coupled between at least one ground engaging member and the frame. A stabilizer bar is coupled between the first suspension and the frame and operable in a first operating state and a second operating state. A controller operates the prime mover between the first condition and the second condition and the stabilizer bar between the first operating state and the second operating state. The controller alters the stabilizer bar from the first operating state to the second operating state in response to the controller changing the prime mover between the first condition and the second condition.
B60G 17/016 - Resilient suspensions having means for adjusting the spring or vibration-damper characteristics, for regulating the distance between a supporting surface and a sprung part of vehicle or for locking suspension during use to meet varying vehicular or surface conditions, e.g. due to speed or load the regulating means comprising electric or electronic elements characterised by their responsiveness, when the vehicle is travelling, to specific motion, a specific condition, or driver input
B60G 17/017 - Resilient suspensions having means for adjusting the spring or vibration-damper characteristics, for regulating the distance between a supporting surface and a sprung part of vehicle or for locking suspension during use to meet varying vehicular or surface conditions, e.g. due to speed or load the regulating means comprising electric or electronic elements characterised by their use when the vehicle is stationary, e.g. during loading, engine start-up or switch-off
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Audio equipment for recreational vehicles, namely, stereos comprised of a digital interface allowing amplification and equalization adjustments and audio speakers.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
(1) Audio equipment for recreational vehicles, namely, stereos comprised of a digital interface allowing amplification and equalization adjustments and audio speakers
A radio tag may be disposed on a vehicle, for example beneath a vehicle badge. The radio tag may include vehicle identification information, such that a computing device may be directed to a website based on the vehicle identification information accordingly. For example, a user may be presented with a vehicle-specific website having information associated with the vehicle. As another example, the vehicle identification information may be obtained from the radio tag and used to access additional information associated with the vehicle and/or generate a service record for servicing the vehicle. An accessory may include a similar radio tag, which may be scanned to access manuals or tutorials associated with the accessory. The accessory radio tag may be used in combination with a vehicle radio tag to associate the accessory with the vehicle. In another example, an accessory radio tag may be used to register a warranty of the accessory.
G06Q 10/20 - Administration of product repair or maintenance
G06F 16/955 - Retrieval from the web using information identifiers, e.g. uniform resource locators [URL]
G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
An interactive system for use in connection with recreational vehicle usage includes a server system, including an off-road trail database containing trail data, trail condition information, and points-of-interest information, as well as a trip mapping system accessible by any of a plurality of riders, allowing a rider to create a route based on the data in the off-road trip database. The server system further includes a trail maintenance interface accessible by users affiliated with an authorized group to edit the trail data, trail condition information, and points-of-interest information associated with the authorized group. The server system includes a location data management system configured to receive location data, allowing a rider to publish location information to one or more other riders, and a user feedback interface configured to receive trip data from riders for publication, including information describing an actual route and user data associated with that route.
G06Q 50/00 - Information and communication technology [ICT] specially adapted for implementation of business processes of specific business sectors, e.g. utilities or tourism
G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
G09B 29/00 - MapsPlansChartsDiagrams, e.g. route diagrams
63.
CHARGEABLE STORAGE FOR ACCESSORY IDENTIFICATION AND CONTROL
A vehicle is electrically connected to one or more removable accessories. The vehicle includes a user interface, an electrical power supply, a chargeable storage, and a controller. The controller may be configured to detect the one or more removable accessories that are connected to the at least one power outlet, determine an identifier associated with each of the one or more detected removable accessories, and cause the user interface to display one or more identifiers associated with the one or more detected removeable accessories.
B60R 16/033 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems characterised by the use of electrical cells or batteries
H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
H02J 13/00 - Circuit arrangements for providing remote indication of network conditions, e.g. an instantaneous record of the open or closed condition of each circuitbreaker in the networkCircuit arrangements for providing remote control of switching means in a power distribution network, e.g. switching in and out of current consumers by using a pulse code signal carried by the network
64.
MODULAR HITCH AND ELECTRICALLY-POWERED IMPLEMENTS FOR POWERSPORTS VEHICLES
A implement system for powersport vehicles have implements attachable to the powersport vehicles. The implements have a modular electric motor unit that may be toollessly attached to the implement providing operational power to the implement. A mower implement has a mower deck and a suspension assembly that provides a forward rearward pivot axis and a left right pivot axis when hitched to the powersport vehicle. A receiving region for the electric motor unit is positioned in the suspension assembly. The mower deck may be rotated about the left right pivot axis to an upright position and latched at the position. The single motor in the receiving region connecting to three mower blade pulleys for rotating three mower blades by the one electric motor unit utilizing a pulley system.
Systems and methods are provided to permit groups of recreational vehicle riders and others the ability to quickly create and join groups without prior knowledge of the contact information of everyone in the group. In one embodiment, groups are joinable based on the proximity information of the prospective member and the current group members.
Systems and methods for vehicle communication are provided, for example to provide various connectivity and functionality according to hardware availability, power constraints, and environmental conditions, among other examples.
H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
B60L 58/12 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries responding to state of charge [SoC]
A vehicle may include a continuously variable transmission which requires non-recycled air. The continuously variable transmission may provide non-recycled air to a first number of sheaves of the continuously variable transmission with a second number of air supply conduits, the second number being less than the first number. A cover of the continuously variable transmission may have a unitary body.
C10G 55/06 - Treatment of hydrocarbon oils, in the absence of hydrogen, by at least one refining process and at least one cracking process plural serial stages only including at least one catalytic cracking step
B01D 53/14 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by absorption
B01J 8/00 - Chemical or physical processes in general, conducted in the presence of fluids and solid particlesApparatus for such processes
B01J 8/18 - Chemical or physical processes in general, conducted in the presence of fluids and solid particlesApparatus for such processes with fluidised particles
B01J 8/24 - Chemical or physical processes in general, conducted in the presence of fluids and solid particlesApparatus for such processes with fluidised particles according to "fluidised-bed" technique
B60K 17/02 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location, or kind of clutch
B60K 17/24 - Arrangement of mountings for shafting
B60K 17/348 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles for driving both front and rear wheels, e.g. four wheel drive vehicles having differential means for driving one set of wheels, e.g. the front, at one speed and the other set, e.g. the rear, at a different speeds
B60K 17/356 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles for driving both front and rear wheels, e.g. four wheel drive vehicles having fluid or electric motor, for driving one or more wheels
B60K 23/04 - Arrangement or mounting of control devices for vehicle transmissions, or parts thereof, not otherwise provided for for differential gearing
B60K 23/08 - Arrangement or mounting of control devices for vehicle transmissions, or parts thereof, not otherwise provided for for changing number of driven wheels
Aspects of the present disclosure relate to a battery support for a battery. As an example, the battery support comprises a first frame, a second frame spaced apart from the first frame to define a cavity, and a movable frame member positionable in the cavity. The movable frame member comprises a first interface configured to interface with a corresponding second interface of the first frame when the movable frame member is moved in a first direction toward the first frame. The movable frame member cooperates with the second frame to define a battery cavity sized to receive the battery and to restrict movement of the movable frame member in a second direction opposite the first direction when the battery is received by the battery cavity.
B62J 43/28 - Arrangements of batteries characterised by the mounting hidden within the cycle frame
H01M 50/202 - Casings or frames around the primary casing of a single cell or a single battery
H01M 50/249 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains
H01M 50/271 - Lids or covers for the racks or secondary casings
H01M 50/588 - Means for preventing undesired use or discharge for preventing incorrect connections inside or outside the batteries outside the batteries, e.g. incorrect connections of terminals or busbars
A foot support is directly supported by a structurally stressed but removable part of a vehicle frame. In particular, a foot support assembly includes a frame member and a foot support, such as a foot peg. The frame member forms a part of the load-bearing structure of the frame assembly, and the foot support is mounted to the frame member without any intervening brackets or components therebetween. The frame member is fixed at each end to a respective frame component and is configured to bear a portion of the load supported by the frame assembly. In some applications, frame components may include stressed engine members, such as a crankcase.
A continuously variable transmission for a vehicle includes a drive clutch, a driven clutch operably coupled to the drive clutch, and a belt extending between the drive and driven clutches. The continuously variable transmission also includes an inner cover and an outer cover removably coupled to the inner cover. At least one of the inner and outer covers includes an air inlet for providing cooling air to the drive and driven clutches and the belt.
F16H 57/027 - GearboxesMounting gearing therein characterised by means for venting gearboxes, e.g. air breathers
F16H 41/30 - Rotary fluid gearing of the hydrokinetic type Details relating to venting, lubrication, cooling, circulation of the cooling medium
F16H 57/023 - Mounting or installation of gears or shafts in gearboxes, e.g. methods or means for assembly
F16H 57/035 - Gearboxes for gearing with endless flexible members
F16H 57/04 - Features relating to lubrication or cooling
F16H 61/66 - Control functions within change-speed- or reversing-gearings for conveying rotary motion specially adapted for continuously variable gearings
F16H 61/662 - Control functions within change-speed- or reversing-gearings for conveying rotary motion specially adapted for continuously variable gearings with endless flexible members
F28F 9/22 - Arrangements for directing heat-exchange media into successive compartments, e.g. arrangements of guide plates
Systems and methods for enhancing safety of a vehicle for which a rider wears a helmet are provided. An example system include a passive tag reader and a controller in communication with the passive tag reader. The controller includes a processor and memory storing instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the controller to perform a set of operations. The set of operations include: receiving an indication from the passive tag reader corresponding to a passive tag; evaluating the passive tag; and configuring a vehicle-limiting mode based on the evaluation.
The enclosed disclosure relates to the use of handlebar risers on vehicles that have handlebar assemblies. The embodiments described within provide an improvement in the way a display is mounted on a vehicle with a handlebar riser. In the described embodiment enclosed, a display mount is integral to the structure of a handlebar riser, configured to provide rigidity to the subsystem in addition to raising the height of the display closer to the operator. More specifically a vehicle with a plurality of ground engaging members and a steering system configured to steer the vehicle, wherein the steering system comprises a plurality of generally vertical tubes, a steering arm and a support structure having a first portion extending between the generally vertical tubes and a second portion configured to support a display device.
Systems and methods for enhancing safety of a vehicle for which a rider wears a helmet are provided. An example system include a passive tag reader and a controller in communication with the passive tag reader. The controller includes a processor and memory storing instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the controller to perform a set of operations. The set of operations include: receiving an indication from the passive tag reader corresponding to a passive tag; evaluating the passive tag; and configuring a vehicle-limiting mode based on the evaluation.
B60W 50/00 - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit
B60W 30/182 - Selecting between different operative modes, e.g. comfort and performance modes
B60W 40/08 - Estimation or calculation of driving parameters for road vehicle drive control systems not related to the control of a particular sub-unit related to drivers or passengers
G06K 7/08 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by means detecting the change of an electrostatic or magnetic field, e.g. by detecting change of capacitance between electrodes
Aspects of the present disclosure relate to storage for a vehicle. For instance, example portable work surface assemblies and various cargo-carrying assemblies are provided, each of which may be used in conjunction with a variety of vehicle types. Additionally, a storage rack and nesting cargo-carrying panels are disclosed, thereby further improving the utility of the disclosed cargo-carrying assemblies. Further, various false floor assemblies are provided that improve comfort for shorter riders while also offering additional storage. Example aspects relating to an under-seat storage tray and an in-seat storage assembly are disclosed that further improve usability and offer additional storage options. Finally, aspects relating to a dual-access storage compartment and a two-part lid for a storage compartment are described.
B60R 9/06 - Supplementary fittings on vehicle exterior for carrying loads, e.g. luggage, sports gear or the like at vehicle front or rear
B60R 3/00 - Arrangements of steps, e.g. running-boards
B60R 7/02 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in a separate luggage compartment
B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
78.
MANAGING LOCATION-BASED TASKS WITH A LOCATION-AWARE VEHICLE
A method for managing location-based tasks for a location-aware vehicle, including: receiving a first request from a first device having a first user interface to create a first location-based task; creating a first location-based task based on the input received from the first device; storing the first location-based task in a task-service memory; associating the first location-based task with a first location; and associating the location-based task with the location-aware vehicle.
A vehicle is provided including a plurality of ground engaging members. A frame is supported by the plurality of ground engaging members. The frame comprises a front frame portion surrounding an operator area and a rear frame portion positioned rearwardly of the front frame portion, and the rear frame portion comprises a first portion and a second portion. A first suspension is coupled between the front frame portion and a first portion of ground engaging members of the plurality of ground engaging members. A second suspension coupled between the first portion of the rear frame portion and a second portion of ground engaging members of the plurality of ground engaging members. A third suspension coupled between the second portion of the rear frame portion and a third portion of ground engaging members of the plurality of ground engaging members. A coupling assembly is coupled between the first portion of the rear frame portion and the second portion of the rear frame portion. The coupling assembly comprises a first coupler member coupled to the first portion of the rear frame portion. A second coupler member is coupled to the second portion of the rear frame portion, the second coupler configured to couple with the first coupler. Further, an eyelet member is coupled to at least one of the first coupler member and the second coupler member.
B62D 61/10 - Motor vehicles or trailers, characterised by the arrangement or number of wheels, not otherwise provided for, e.g. four wheels in diamond pattern with more than four wheels
B60G 15/06 - Resilient suspensions characterised by arrangement, location, or type of combined spring and vibration- damper, e.g. telescopic type having mechanical spring and fluid damper
B62D 21/12 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted assembled from readily-detachable parts
B62D 21/14 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted of adjustable length or width
A utility vehicle includes a plurality of ground-engaging members, a frame supported by the ground-engaging members, and a plurality of body panels supported by the frame. The utility vehicle also includes a radiator supported on a rear portion of the frame. Additionally, the utility vehicle includes an air intake assembly partially supported by an upper portion of the frame.
B62D 21/18 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted characterised by the vehicle type and not provided for in groups
B62D 23/00 - Combined superstructure and frame, i.e. monocoque constructions
F01P 3/20 - Cooling circuits not specific to a single part of engine or machine
F01P 5/02 - Pumping cooling-airArrangements of cooling-air pumps, e.g. fans or blowers
F02M 35/16 - Combustion-air cleaners, air intakes, intake silencers, or induction systems specially adapted for, or arranged on, internal-combustion engines characterised by use in vehicles
F16H 57/04 - Features relating to lubrication or cooling
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
(1) Downloadable software application for use in the operation of a recreational vehicle rental business allowing for check-in services related to recreational vehicles, checking-in to particular locations for rental services, managing fleet maintenance of the rental vehicles, and registering for pre-ride safety training prior to riding said rental vehicles. (1) Providing a website featuring temporary use of a non-downloadable software for use in the operation of a recreational vehicle rental business allowing for check-in services related to recreational vehicles, checking-in to particular locations for rental services, managing fleet maintenance of the rental vehicles, and registering for pre-ride safety training prior to riding said rental vehicles.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Downloadable software application for use in the operation of a recreational vehicle rental business allowing for check-in services related to recreational vehicles, checking-in to particular locations for rental services, managing fleet maintenance of the rental vehicles, and registering for pre-ride safety training prior to riding said rental vehicles. Providing a website featuring temporary use of a non-downloadable software for use in the operation of a recreational vehicle rental business allowing for check-in services related to recreational vehicles, checking-in to particular locations for rental services, managing fleet maintenance of the rental vehicles, and registering for pre-ride safety training prior to riding said rental vehicles.
84.
ELECTRICAL POWER MANAGEMENT OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
A method for dynamically controlling an electrical load of a recreational vehicle, including: defining predetermined load-shed levels, each load-shed level corresponding to a reduced electrical power output level supplied to electrically-powered devices; defining a device load-priority for each of the devices; receiving and processing battery data to determine a health of the battery; determining a total current draw on the battery when the recreational vehicle is operating; measuring an electrical output of a vehicle power-generation system; determining a load-shed level based on the determined health of the battery, current draw and electrical output of the power-generation system, the load-shed level corresponding to one of the predetermined load-shed levels; and selectively reducing electrical power supplied from the power-generation system or the battery to at least one of the electrically-powered devices based on the first load-shed level and the load-priority of the at least one electrical device.
H02J 9/00 - Circuit arrangements for emergency or stand-by power supply, e.g. for emergency lighting
B60R 16/033 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems characterised by the use of electrical cells or batteries
G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time
H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
85.
AUTONOMOUS AND SEMI-AUTONOMOUS OFF-ROAD VEHICLE CONTROL
A method of detecting and warning an operator of an off-road vehicle of objects in limited-visibility environments. The method includes: detecting a potentially-hazardous object within the vicinity of the vehicle, using a sensor of the vehicle; transmitting data relating to the potentially-hazardous object to a vehicle processor; determining whether the potentially-hazardous object is in a projected path of the vehicle or in a proximity zone of the vehicle; and alerting the operator of the vehicle to the presence and location of the potentially-hazardous object when the potentially-hazardous object is in the projected path of the vehicle or in the proximity zone of the vehicle.
A vehicle shown herein is a side by side utility vehicle having a skid plate positioned beneath a frame, wherein at least a portion of an edge of the skid plate extends upward above a lowermost portion of the frame. The vehicle may further or alternatively include a brake and steering mount coupled to the frame, at least one tie down integrated into the frame, at least on deflection shield positioned between a radiator of the vehicle and a seating area of the vehicle, a floor having at least one channel, and/or a propeller shaft accessible through a console of the floor of the vehicle.
A vehicle control system for recreational vehicles, designed to enhance the security and functionality of communication between various devices. The system includes a first communication bus for connecting devices, such as a first vehicle controller, responsible for controlling critical vehicle functions. Additionally, a second communication bus is provided for connecting devices, including a second vehicle controller, tasked with managing peripheral vehicle functions. The two communication buses are linked by a gateway device that enables communication between them. To ensure a secure communication environment, the system incorporates at least one firewall, which selectively allows information to pass from the second communication bus to the first communication bus via the gateway. This arrangement provides increased security and reliability in the communication and control of essential vehicle functions, while allowing for flexibility in the management of peripheral functions.
B60R 25/30 - Detection related to theft or to other events relevant to anti-theft systems
B60R 16/023 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems
A utility vehicle includes a rear suspension assembly which has a trailing arm generally extending longitudinally. Also, the rear suspension assembly includes an upper radius rod extending in a generally lateral direction relative to a centerline of the vehicle. Additionally, the rear suspension assembly includes a lower radius rod extending in a generally lateral direction relative to the centerline of the vehicle. The rear suspension assembly further includes a suspension member configured to control toe of the at least one rear ground-engaging member.
A utility vehicle includes a plurality of ground-engaging members, a frame assembly, a cab frame assembly, a front suspension assembly, a rear suspension assembly, a power steering assembly, and a powertrain assembly, all of which may be configured to lower the center of gravity of the vehicle.
B60G 3/20 - Resilient suspensions for a single wheel with two or more pivoted arms, e.g. parallelogram all arms being rigid
B60K 5/00 - Arrangement or mounting of internal-combustion or jet-propulsion units
B60K 13/02 - Arrangement in connection with combustion air intake or gas exhaust of propulsion units concerning intake
B60K 13/04 - Arrangement in connection with combustion air intake or gas exhaust of propulsion units concerning exhaust
B60K 17/22 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location, or type of main drive shafting, e.g. cardan shaft
B60R 19/48 - Bumpers, i.e. impact receiving or absorbing members for protecting vehicles or fending off blows from other vehicles or objects combined with, or convertible into, other devices or objects, e.g. bumpers combined with road brushes, bumpers convertible into beds
B62D 3/12 - Steering gears mechanical of rack-and-pinion type
B62D 21/18 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted characterised by the vehicle type and not provided for in groups
B62D 29/00 - Superstructures characterised by material thereof
A utility vehicle includes a plurality of ground engaging members and a frame supported by the plurality of ground engaging members. Additionally, the utility vehicle includes an operator area having a front seating section and a rear seating section.
B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
B62D 21/18 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted characterised by the vehicle type and not provided for in groups
A vehicle assembly includes a roof panel with a first roof mount with a first extension sized to be received in a first roof recess and a second roof mount with a second extension sized to be received in a second roof recess. The first roof mount includes a first mount recess having a first fastener passage receiving a first fastener. The first fastener couples the first roof mount to the roof panel at the first roof recess. The first roof mount includes a first receiver channel. The second roof mount may be similarly formed with a second fastener in a second receiver channel. The second roof mount includes a second receiver channel. The assembly includes a first roof rail that may include a first rail channel at least partially disposed in the first receiver channel and the second receiver channel. The rails are attached to the mounts with fasteners.
A battery enclosure may be provided for managing debris and gas from at least one battery during a thermal runaway event. The battery enclosure may comprise a housing adapted to receive the at least one battery in an interior of the housing and a vent extending from the housing. In one embodiment, the battery enclosure may further comprise a spark arrestor having a first region to vent the gas and a second region positioned to capture the debris. The vent may includes a first portion, a second portion, and a central portion between the first portion and the second portion defining a bend and including an enlarged area at the bend. The vent may include a first end, a second end, and a channel defined between the first end and the second end adapted to prevent fluid from entering the housing.
H01M 50/30 - Arrangements for facilitating escape of gases
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
A vehicle including a system for transferring energy between on-board vehicle components and/or between on-board and external components. The vehicle is configured to heat various components through induction to provide comfort to the rider and/or to transfer energy for charging one or more vehicle components.
A snowmobile comprises a chassis with a front portion and a tunnel, and a power train unit supported by the chassis. The snowmobile further includes a plurality of ground-engaging members cooperating with the power train unit to operate the snowmobile. The plurality of ground-engaging members includes a pair of front skis and an endless track assembly. The snowmobile also includes a front suspension operably coupled to the pair of front skis. The snowmobile also includes a rear suspension operably coupled to the track. The rear suspension includes slide rails and track sliders for engaging the track. The track sliders are comprised of a first and second retention members for coupling with the slide rail. The retention members are comprised of a plurality of recesses where material is removed for light weighting.
