A lane keep assist system for a vehicle includes a controller that receives first and second signals including values for a distance from a point on the vehicle to an edge of a lane marker for the vehicle's lane of travel at first and second times. The controller determines a rate of change in the distance responsive to the first and second signals and generates a power steering system control signal responsive to the rate of change. The control signal generates a force on a steering gear of the vehicle connected to one or more steerable wheels on the vehicle to control the position of the vehicle relative to the lane of travel with the amount of the force responsive to the rate of change.
A suspension control valve arrangement for a pneumatic suspension system of a commercial vehicle includes a supply port, a delivery port, an exhaust port, a service valve arrangement, and an operation control mechanism (5, 6) for switching the service valve arrangement into one of the following normal operation modes of a normal operation status: a blocking position for a blocking mode for blocking an air supply from the supply port to the delivery port, a supply position for a supply mode for supplying air from the supply port to the delivery port, or an exhaust position for a normal exhaust mode for connecting the delivery port to the exhaust port. A dump-control device (7, 11) in the housing (2) is configured for switching between the normal operation status and a quick-dump mode (IV), win which the delivery port is connected to the exhaust port by bypassing the service valve arrangement.
A disc brake (1) includes an electromechanical actuator (2), in particular an electromechanical parking brake actuator. The electromechanical actuator (2) includes a driveshaft (6), an electric motor (7) arranged on the driveshaft (6), a cam disc (5) arranged on an output shaft (49), and a transmission (8) arranged on the driveshaft (6) configured for transmitting the torque of the electric motor (7) to a force-transmission device (3). A magnetic brake (20) is disposed on the driveshaft (6) between the electric motor (7) and the cam disc (5) for arresting the driveshaft (6).
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
B60T 13/74 - Transmitting braking action from initiating means to ultimate brake actuator with power assistance or driveBrake systems incorporating such transmitting means, e.g. air-pressure brake systems with electrical assistance or drive
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
The invention is directed to a cable-holder (100) comprising a support structure (104) and a cable-holding structure (106), the cable-holding structure (106) comprising a first and second finger (108, 109) protruding from the support structure (104) and configured to hold a cable (102) extending along the reference direction (L). Each finger (108, 109) comprises a connecting end (110, 111) arranged on the support structure on a respective different side of the reference direction (L) and a protruding end (112, 113) arranged at a respective elevated distance (D) from the support structure (104). In the cable-holder, at least one finger has an elongated finger-body (F, Fb, Fs) evolving from the connecting end (110, 111) to the protruding end (112, 113), with a monotonically increasing vertical-distance (d1) to the support structure (104), thus facilitating insertion of the cable in the cable-holder.
H02G 3/32 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using mounting clamps
F16L 3/02 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets partly surrounding the pipes, cables or protective tubing
F16L 3/127 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing comprising a member substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing and extending away from the attachment surface
10.
PNEUMATIC VALVE APPARATUS FOR A COMPRESSED AIR DEVICE, AND TRANSMISSION-CONTROL OR CLUTCH SYSTEM COMPRISING THE PNEUMATIC VALVE APPARATUS
The invention relates to a pneumatic valve apparatus for a compressed air device, in particular having a pneumatic cylinder, in particular for an automatic clutch system or an automated transmission-control and clutch system, comprising: - a pneumatic solenoid valve (10) comprising a housing body (101) having a supply channel (430), a removal channel (440) and a ventilation channel (160), wherein - the housing body (101) surrounds a valve chamber (500) in which a valve body (200), opposite a ventilation valve seat (300) and a supply valve seat (400), can be moved by an actuator along a valve axis (A1) counter to the force of a valve spring (420), wherein - in a first position (E) the valve body opens the valve chamber (500) and the ventilation valve seat (300) towards a ventilation channel (160), and in a second position (V) opens a supply channel (430) towards the supply valve seat (400) and the valve chamber (500). According to the invention, - the housing body (101) comprises a diffuser (110) which is connected to the ventilation valve seat (300) in the direction of the ventilation channel (160), wherein the cross section of a diffuser channel (111) of the diffuser widens from the ventilation valve seat (300) to the ventilation channel (160), and - the diffuser channel (111) extends transversely to the valve axis (A1), and a ventilation valve seat passage (310) has a clear width (311) that is smaller than a second clear width (131, 132, 133) of the diffusor channel (111).
F16K 11/044 - Multiple-way valves, e.g. mixing valvesPipe fittings incorporating such valvesArrangement of valves and flow lines specially adapted for mixing fluid with all movable sealing faces moving as one unit comprising only lift valves with movable valve members positioned between valve seats
F16K 31/06 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a magnet
F16K 47/08 - Means in valves for absorbing fluid energy for decreasing pressure and having a throttling member separate from the closure member
B60T 13/68 - Electrical control in fluid-pressure brake systems by electrically-controlled valves
B60T 17/00 - Component parts, details, or accessories of brake systems not covered by groups , or , or presenting other characteristic features
F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves
11.
FOOT BRAKE MODULE OF AN ELECTROPNEUMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM OF A MOTOR VEHICLE
The invention relates to a foot brake module (2.1) of an electropneumatic brake system of a motor vehicle comprising at least two pneumatic brake circuits, which foot brake module can be operated by means of a brake pedal and has a pneumatic section with a pneumatic brake control valve (16) and has an electrical section with at least one electrical switch (10') and at least one electronic travel sensor (12', 14'). According to the invention, this foot brake module is characterized in that the electrical switch (10') acts in a contactless manner, and in that, when the foot brake module (2.1) is designed with two travel sensors (12', 14'), these each have a separate power supply and are connected to different electronic control devices (71, 72).
The invention relates to a module (10) for an air suspension system (60) of a vehicle (70, 82), wherein the module (10) has a sensor interface (16) for connecting to a sensor (61), in particular a position sensor (62), a valve (18, 20, 22), in particular an electropneumatic valve (19, 21, 23), and a data interface (12). The sensor interface (16) is designed to receive sensor values (17) from the sensor (62). The data interface (12) is designed to transmit sensor values (17) received via the sensor interface (16) to a control device (58) and to receive control commands (64) for controlling the valve (18, 20, 22) from the control device (58). The invention furthermore relates to a control device (58), an air suspension system (60), a vehicle (70, 82), a vehicle trailer (82), a method for operating an air suspension system and a computer program product.
The invention relates to a method for monitoring a current area surrounding (UM) a vehicle (1) using a monitoring system having at least one sensor (11), the at least one sensor (11) being designed to sense the current area surrounding (UM) the vehicle within a sensing region (12) and to generate and output sensor signals (S), a monitoring space (13) being defined dynamically within the sensing region (12) of the sensor (11), the monitoring system only monitoring the monitoring space (13) for relevant objects, the relevant objects being defined by an application region of the monitoring system, and the monitoring space (13) being dynamically defined and/or adapted depending on at least one determined feature (M) of the surrounding area. According to the invention, at least one feature (M) of the surrounding area characterises a future area surrounding (UZ) the vehicle, wherein it is assumed that the vehicle (1) will be situated and will move on a roadway in the future area surrounding (UZ) the vehicle at a later point in time, and the feature (M) of the surrounding area has an indirect or direct influence on the driving dynamics of the vehicle (1) on the roadway in the future area surrounding (UZ) the vehicle.
A system for mounting a signal cable to a disc brake includes a cover plate, an actuator opening in a region of the cover plate configured to allow passage of an actuation device, and a signal cable fixation member (80) for mounting the signal cable to the cover plate, the signal cable fixation member (80) including an attachment part (82) and a signal cable guiding part (84). The attachment part (82) engages with the cover plate and the signal cable guiding part (84) guides the signal cable towards a side edge of the cover plate. A connecting part (86) between the attachment part (82) and the signal cable guiding part (84) spaces apart a signal cable guide axis A of the signal cable guiding part (84) from an engagement axis B of the attachment part (82) by an offset d.
F16D 55/22 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads
The invention relates to an electropneumatic parking-brake valve unit (1) for an electronically controlled pneumatic braking system of a vehicle, comprising: at least one supply connection point (2) for receiving supply pressure (pV); at least one spring accumulator connection point (6) for connecting spring brake cylinders of the vehicle; a park-brake valve assembly (10), which has a bistable valve (12), wherein a spring accumulator brake pressure (pF) at the spring accumulator connection point can be controlled according to the switching of the first bistable valve (12). The electropneumatic parking-brake valve unit (1) is characterized by a pneumatically switchable holding valve (14) having a holding-valve control connection point (14.4), which holding valve is connected between the first supply connection point (2) and the bistable valve (12) and is preloaded under spring load into a first switching position, in which the bistable valve (12) is connected to a vent (5), and which holding valve switches into a second switching position when a first threshold value is exceed by a first control pressure (p1) provided at the holding-valve control connection point (14.4), in which second switching position the bistable valve (12) is connected to the first supply connection point (2) in order to receive the supply pressure (pV).
B60T 13/68 - Electrical control in fluid-pressure brake systems by electrically-controlled valves
B60T 13/66 - Electrical control in fluid-pressure brake systems
B60T 17/22 - Devices for monitoring or checking brake systemsSignal devices
B60T 8/17 - Using electrical or electronic regulation means to control braking
B60T 13/04 - Transmitting braking action from initiating means to ultimate brake actuator with power assistance or driveBrake systems incorporating such transmitting means, e.g. air-pressure brake systems with mechanical assistance or drive by spring or weight
The invention relates to a self-adjusting pneumatic clutch actuator (1) for actuating a clutch of a motor vehicle, which actuator has an annular-cylindrical housing (20), open on one axial side, and an annular piston (24) arranged axially movably therein, between which structures a pressure chamber (26) is formed, and wherein the annular piston (24) is connected to a release bearing (18), which axially contacts a clutch spring (12) to adjust same from a non-actuating position into an actuating position, in which positions the clutch is closed and open, respectively, and wherein a device for compensating for a wear-related change to the actuating path for opening or closing the clutch is provided, said device having a spindle unit (2) that is freely rotatable when the clutch actuator (1) is not actuated and that is blocked when the clutch actuator (1) is actuated. In order for the clutch actuator (1) to be produced more simply and at lower cost, the spindle unit (2) consists of a plurality of individual spindles (2a, 2b, 2c) which are arranged eccentrically to the longitudinal center axis (30) of the clutch actuator (1) and circumferentially spaced from each other and which synchronously cooperate with each other to compensate for a wear-related change to the actuating path for opening or closing the clutch.
The invention relates to a control module (2) of a vehicle, comprising a plurality of electromechanical functional elements (8) which are arranged on a carrier plate (4) and fixed in an interlocking and force-fitting manner to the carrier plate (4) by means of clamping elements, wherein the clamping elements are formed on a pressure plate (14) which is secured to spacers (6) of the carrier plate (4). In order to simplify production and fitting of the pressure plate (14) which is provided with the clamping elements and in order to be able to use them with functional elements (8) having different structural heights, provision is made for the spacers (6) to have a slightly greater height (H) than the structural height (HB) of the highest functional element (8), and for the pressure plate (14) for each of the functional elements (8) to be provided with at least one clamping element which is designed as a clamping lug (20, 20'), wherein the clamping lugs (20, 20') are each arranged at an opening (18, 18') in the pressure plate (14), which opening is partially closed by said clamping lugs, and are designed in a manner angled in the direction of the carrier plate (4).
The invention relates to a brake caliper (10) for a vehicle disc brake, in particular an air disc brake of a commercial vehicle, the disc brake having a pair of brake pads (20a, b), and a disc (30) positioned in between the brake pads (20a, b), the brake caliper (10) comprising: a thrust piece (110) that is configured to move at least one of the brake pads (20a, b) relative to the disc (30), an adjuster unit (200) in threaded engagement with the thrust piece (110), and a spring unit (300) operatively coupled to the adjuster unit (200) and the thrust piece (110). The invention suggests that the spring unit (300) has a latching element (310, 320, 330) and the adjuster unit (200) has a corresponding latching interface (220), wherein the latching element (310, 320, 330) is arranged to engage the latching interface (220) when the adjuster unit (200) is in threaded engagement with the thrust piece (110), and in that the spring unit (300) further has a mounting element (340) in engagement with the thrust piece (110) to provide a resistance against a rotational movement the adjuster unit (200) relative to the thrust piece (110).
A brake application device for a disc brake, in particular for a sliding caliper disc brake, is configured for the application of a brake disc. The disc brake has at least one brake caliper for receiving the brake application device and brake linings for applying the brake disc. The brake application device includes a brake application lever having at least one brake application lever foot. The brake application lever foot has a recess for receiving a bearing shell in the direction of the side facing the brake lining or the side facing away from the brake lining.
F16D 55/224 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members
F16D 55/2255 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is pivoted
F16C 35/04 - Rigid support of bearing unitsHousings, e.g. caps, covers in the case of ball or roller bearings
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
F16D 125/32 - CamsLevers with cams acting on one cam follower
The invention relates to a clutch actuator (100) comprising: a housing (10) axis (30), having a recess (12), a piston (20) arranged in the recess (12) and configured to move along an axis (30) between an uncoupled position and a coupled position, when actuated by an actuation force, a clutch release bearing carrier (42), operatively coupled to the piston (20), a clutch release bearing (44) mounted to the clutch release bearing carrier (42), wherein the clutch release bearing (44) has a outer bearing ring (46) configured to rotate in relation to the axis (30), wherein the outer bearing ring (46) has a contact surface for being engaged by a clutch spring (50) when the piston (20) is actuated by the actuation force. The object of the invention is achieved in that the actuator comprises a fixation member (60) operatively coupled to the clutch release bearing carrier (42) and the clutch release bearing (44), by clamping the inner bearing ring (47) the fixation member (60) being configured to prevent axial movement of the clutch release bearing (44) and to enable a radial movement of the clutch release bearing (44) relative to the axis (30) within a specific force. The object is further achieved in a second aspect by a clutch assembly (100).
B60T 13/74 - Transmitting braking action from initiating means to ultimate brake actuator with power assistance or driveBrake systems incorporating such transmitting means, e.g. air-pressure brake systems with electrical assistance or drive
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
F16D 55/31 - Brakes with only one rotating disc mechanically actuated by means of an intermediate leverage
B60T 13/74 - Transmitting braking action from initiating means to ultimate brake actuator with power assistance or driveBrake systems incorporating such transmitting means, e.g. air-pressure brake systems with electrical assistance or drive
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
F16D 55/224 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members
The invention relates to a disk brake having an adjusting spindle (10), in particular the invention relates to a disk brake for motor vehicles, having an adjusting spindle (10) and an adjustment unit (20), wherein the adjusting spindle (10) has a boundary (12).
The invention relates to a method for controlling a vehicle (1) during an unexpected braking with braking forces (FAr, FAl) that act differently on different sides on a steerable vehicle axle (6A), comprising at least the following steps: establishing whether there is an unintentional braking with braking forces (FAr, FAl) that act differently on different sides on a steerable vehicle axle (6A), wherein the vehicle (1) yaws in a yaw direction (RG) at a braking yaw rate due to the braking forces (FAr, FAl) that act differently on different sides on the steerable vehicle axle (6A); determining the yaw direction (RG) in which the vehicle (1) yaws as a result of the braking forces (FAr, FAl) that act differently on different sides; and specifying and adjusting a steering angle requirement as soon as an unintentional braking with braking forces (FAr, FAl) that act differently on different sides on the steerable vehicle axle (6A) is established, wherein the steering angle requirement is specified according to the determined yaw direction (RG) in such a way that the braking yaw rate (GB) is compensated after an adjusting of the steering angle requirement (LSoll) on a steerable vehicle axle (6A).
The invention relates to a relay valve (10) for a pneumatic valve unit (14), for example for a valve unit for a braking system of a utility vehicle, which relay valve has a first assembly part (18) and a second assembly part (20). A hollow cylindrical guide portion (28) of a piston (24) of the relay valve (10) is or can be received, in an axially guided manner, in the first assembly part (18). The second assembly part (20) comprises additional valve components and the venting region of the relay valve (10). According to the invention, at least the first assembly part (18) and the second assembly part (20), when assembled, form a preassembled unit (26); the first assembly part (18) and the second assembly part (20) are joined by means of a bayonet connection (30) in order to produce the preassembled unit (26); and the preassembled unit (26) is inserted into an interior of a housing (12) of the valve unit (14), which interior is delimited by a cup-shaped inner wall (32), and the preassembled unit is fastened therein. Consequently, particularly simple and economical mounting of the preassembled unit (26) in a correspondingly designed housing (12) of the valve unit (14) is possible.
B60T 15/54 - Other control devices or valves characterised by definite functions for controlling exhaust from triple valve or from brake cylinder
B60T 15/18 - Triple or other relay valves which allow step-wise application or release and which are actuated by brake-pipe pressure variation to connect brake cylinders or equivalent to compressed-air or vacuum source or atmosphere
B60T 15/36 - Other control devices or valves characterised by definite functions
26.
RIDE HEIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM FOR VEHICLES WITH AIR SUSPENSION
The invention relates to the ride height control of vehicle structures with air suspension. A compressor (12) functions as a pressure source, which supplies a pressure accumulator (40) with pressure, wherein the compressor (12) supplies a respective spring element (15,16) of a respective wheel suspension with pressure via a directional control valve (24) and a pressure supply line (23). Via a corresponding actuation of the directional control valve (24), the spring elements (15, 16) can be connected to a collection container or the atmosphere in order to lower the ride height. The lowering process is improved with constructive design. In addition, the air spring valves (26) of an axle (VA), where there is a higher pressure level, are connected to a first common supply line (25), and the air spring valves (26) of an axle (HA), where there is a lower pressure level, are connected to a second common supply line (27). The construction is also provided with a pressure adjusting device (30) between the separate supply lines (25, 27) for both axles (VA, HA) and the pressure supply line (23) from the pressure accumulator (40), which provide for pressure adjustment between the two axles (VA, HA) during the lowering of the ride height. Furthermore, a throttle valve (32) can also be used in the pressure adjusting device (30), which provides for a lowering of the pressure at the axle (HA), where there is a lower pressure level, in order to prevent a raising of the vehicle body at this axle (HA) via the overflowing of pressure medium from the other axle.
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
An improved steering shaft assembly is provided. The steering shaft assembly further includes an output shaft that is rotatable with respect to the input shaft. The output shaft includes a rotary valve portion and a longitudinal portion. The steering shaft assembly further includes a torsion bar coupled to the input shaft and coupled to the output shaft distal from the input shaft. The steering shaft assembly further includes a mid-coupler extending around about the longitudinal portion of the output shaft and adapted to cooperate with the rotary valve portion of the output shaft. The steering shaft assembly further includes a screw mechanism extending about the longitudinal portion of the output shaft and adapted to cooperate with the mid-coupler. The screw mechanism is adapted to move laterally relative to the output shaft to maintain transfer of power from between output shaft and the screw mechanism despite misalignments therebetween.
B62D 5/08 - Power-assisted or power-driven steering fluid, i.e. using a pressurised fluid for most or all the force required for steering a vehicle characterised by type of valve used
B62D 5/24 - Power-assisted or power-driven steering fluid, i.e. using a pressurised fluid for most or all the force required for steering a vehicle specially adapted for particular type of steering gear or particular application for worm type
28.
Disc brake for vehicles, in particular for commercial vehicles
F16D 65/56 - Slack adjusters mechanical self-acting in one direction for adjusting excessive play with screw-thread and nut
B60T 1/06 - Arrangements of braking elements, i.e. of those parts where braking effect occurs acting by retarding wheels acting otherwise than on tread, e.g. employing rim, drum, disc, or transmission
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
The present invention relates to a sensor unit for simultaneously detecting magnetic field modulation inputs from at least two rotating wheels. The sensor unit comprises a permanent magnetic structure comprising a top surface and a bottom surface and at least two integrated circuit devices, wherein each of the at least two integrated circuit devices comprises at least one Hall effect element. The at least two integrated circuit devices are attached to the top and bottom surfaces of the permanent magnetic structure, respectively. In one embodiment, the sensor unit is configured to assist in determining two different wheel speeds using the received magnetic signal inputs (excitation or activation signals) from said at least two wheels.
G01P 3/488 - Devices characterised by the use of electric or magnetic means for measuring angular speed by measuring frequency of generated current or voltage of pulse signals delivered by variable reluctance detectors
A brake release mechanism for a spring brake actuator includes a brake release bolt having a threaded portion, a running engaging the threaded portion, the running nut being adapted to axially travel along the threaded portion in order to move a spring brake actuator piston against a force of an actuator power spring, an indicator device comprising an indicator pin being at least partially accommodated in a receiving space of the release bolt, wherein the indicator device further comprises a pin actuator for axially moving the pin relative to the receiving space. It is proposed according to the invention that the pin actuator comprises an indicator cap being attached to the pin, the indicator cap comprising a basic body and at least one spacing element being attached to the basic body, the spacing element being configured to abut against the running nut.
The invention relates to a vehicle brake (2, 102), in particular a utility vehicle compressed-air disk brake, comprising: a brake caliper (4); a pressure piece guide (8), which is arranged in the brake caliper (4); and a pressure piece (6), which is guided in the pressure piece guide (8) along a movement axis (10), the pressure piece guide (8) being in the form of a cavity (12), and the pressure piece (6) having an outer contour (14) corresponding to the cavity. The pressure piece guide (8) and/or the outer contour (14) of the pressure piece is divided, on both sides of the pressure piece (6), into a plurality of curved, mutually spaced partial surfaces.
F16D 55/2255 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is pivoted
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
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METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE ROTATIONAL SPEED OF A MECHANICALLY COMMUTATED COMPRESSOR MOTOR
The invention relates to a mechanically commutated brush motor (10) for a compressor device (100) having a compressor (8) for producing compressed air, said brush motor comprising: a rotor (9); a stator (11); a current sensor (14) for measuring a motor current (18); and an electronic open-loop and closed-loop control device (12), which has a rotational-speed controller (13) for the rotor and a signal input (16) for the motor current (18) measured by the current sensor (14). According to the invention, the rotational-speed controller (13) has: a memory (20), in which a calibration characteristic curve (22) is stored, which indicates a rotational speed (17) determined over a compression stroke (15) of the compressor (8); a calibration module (24) for determining a calibration rotational speed (26) from the measured motor current (18), the rotational speed (17) determined therefrom being able to be calibrated to the compression stroke (15) as the calibration rotational speed (26) by means of the calibration characteristic curve (22); and a determination module (28) for determining an operating rotational speed (23), by means of which determination module an average motor current (21) can be determined from the measured motor current (18) during operation, from which average motor current the operating rotational speed (23) can be determined; and a comparison module (30) for comparison (32) between the operating rotational speed (23) and the calibration rotational speed (26); and a control module (34), by means of which the motor current (18) can be controlled, by changing a motor voltage (M), in such a way that the operating rotational speed (23) corresponds to the calibration rotational speed (26).
H02P 7/00 - Arrangements for regulating or controlling the speed or torque of electric DC motors
H02P 7/24 - Arrangements for regulating or controlling the speed or torque of electric DC motors for regulating or controlling an individual DC dynamo-electric motor by varying field or armature current by master control with auxiliary power using discharge tubes or semiconductor devices
H02P 7/28 - Arrangements for regulating or controlling the speed or torque of electric DC motors for regulating or controlling an individual DC dynamo-electric motor by varying field or armature current by master control with auxiliary power using discharge tubes or semiconductor devices using semiconductor devices
H02P 7/29 - Arrangements for regulating or controlling the speed or torque of electric DC motors for regulating or controlling an individual DC dynamo-electric motor by varying field or armature current by master control with auxiliary power using discharge tubes or semiconductor devices using semiconductor devices controlling armature supply only using pulse modulation
F04B 35/04 - Piston pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids and characterised by the driving means to their working members, or by combination with, or adaptation to, specific driving engines or motors, not otherwise provided for the means being electric
F04B 49/20 - Control of, or safety measures for, machines, pumps, or pumping installations, not otherwise provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups by changing the driving speed
B60T 8/40 - Arrangements for adjusting wheel-braking force to meet varying vehicular or ground-surface conditions, e.g. limiting or varying distribution of braking force responsive to a speed condition, e.g. acceleration or deceleration having a fluid pressure regulator responsive to a speed condition comprising an additional fluid circuit including fluid pressurising means for modifying the pressure of the braking fluid, e.g. including wheel driven pumps for detecting a speed condition, or pumps which are controlled by means independent of the braking system
The invention relates to a semi-automatic transmission (114) for a motor vehicle, said transmission comprising a transmission housing (112) which has a detachable cover (10) on which a transmission shifting unit (26) is located, wherein the transmission shifting unit (26) has actuators (30, 32, 34) for actuating shift forks (120, 122, 124) associated with each of said actuators, and wherein in each case an associated sliding sleeve of the semi-automatic transmission (114) can be displaced coaxially with respect to a transmission shaft by means of each shift fork. According to the invention: a longitudinal guide (110) extending parallel to a longitudinal axis (50) of the semi-automatic transmission (114) is fastened in the transmission housing (112); the at least two shift forks are received on the longitudinal guide (110) in a longitudinally displaceable manner; each shift fork has a coupling arm (132, 134, 136) arranged eccentrically with respect to the longitudinal guide (110); each actuator (30, 32, 34) has an axially displaceable actuating rod (40, 42, 44) having a coupling geometry (62, 64, 66); and each coupling arm (132, 134, 136), when the cover (10) and transmission housing (112) are assembled, cooperates with an associated coupling geometry (62, 64, 66) of an associated actuator in such a way that linear movements of the actuating rods (40, 42, 44) of the actuators can be transmitted to the shift forks (120, 122, 124) in order to displace said shift forks on the longitudinal guide (110).
F16H 57/031 - GearboxesMounting gearing therein characterised by covers or lids for gearboxes
F16H 63/22 - Multiple final output mechanisms being moved by a single common final actuating mechanism with preselection and subsequent movement of each final output mechanism by movement of the final actuating mechanism in two different ways, e.g. guided by a shift gate the final output mechanisms being simultaneously moved by the final actuating mechanism
F16H 63/30 - Constructional features of the final output mechanisms
The invention relates to a piston type pump (1), comprising a pump housing (2) having a pump inlet (4) and outlet (6) and a piston arrangement (8) connected to a drive shaft (10) comprising a first eccentric (20) driving the piston arrangement (8), wherein the piston arrangement (8) comprises a first primary stage piston (12) connected to a first sliding block guide (62), having a main axis (C1), a minor axis (C2) and an inner surface (114) and being slidably seated on the first eccentric (20). According to the invention, a wear reduction member is arranged between the first eccentric (20) and the first sliding block guide (62), such that movement of said wear reduction member relative to said first sliding block guide (62) is allowed along the main axis (C1) and restricted along the minor axis (C2). The invention further relates to a vehicle.
F04B 1/02 - Multi-cylinder machines or pumps characterised by number or arrangement of cylinders having two cylinders
F04B 1/04 - Multi-cylinder machines or pumps characterised by number or arrangement of cylinders having cylinders in star- or fan-arrangement
F04B 1/053 - Multi-cylinder machines or pumps characterised by number or arrangement of cylinders having cylinders in star- or fan-arrangement with actuating or actuated elements at the inner ends of the cylinders
F04B 9/04 - Piston machines or pumps characterised by the driving or driven means to or from their working members the means being mechanical the means being cams, eccentrics or pin-and-slot mechanisms
F04B 27/00 - Multi-cylinder pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids and characterised by number or arrangement of cylinders
F04B 27/053 - Multi-cylinder pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids and characterised by number or arrangement of cylinders having cylinders in star- or fan-arrangement with an actuating element at the inner ends of the cylinders
F04B 35/01 - Piston pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids and characterised by the driving means to their working members, or by combination with, or adaptation to, specific driving engines or motors, not otherwise provided for the means being mechanical
F04B 39/00 - Component parts, details, or accessories, of pumps or pumping systems specially adapted for elastic fluids, not otherwise provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups
F04B 53/00 - Component parts, details or accessories not provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups or
F04B 53/14 - Pistons, piston-rods or piston-rod connections
F04B 1/0426 - Arrangements for pressing the pistons against the actuated camArrangements for connecting the pistons to the actuated cam
35.
PISTON TUBE ASSEMBLY FOR A SPRING BRAKE ACTUATOR, AND SPRING BRAKE ACTUATOR
The invention relates to a piston tube assembly (17) for a spring brake actuator (1), comprising a tubular body (35) having a contoured inside surface profile (55) for non- rotationally guiding a running nut (21) of a mechanical release mechanism (19, 21), and an internal breather valve (41) mounted to the piston tube assembly (17) for allowing fluid transport into and out of the piston tube assembly and any volume in fluid communication therewith. The invention suggests that the tubular body (35) is a first tubular body, and the piston tube assembly (17) further comprises a second tubular body (37) that is of a different material than the first tubular body (35), encloses the first tubular body (35) and is effective to mechanically support the first tubular body (35), wherein the internal breather valve (41) is mounted to the first tubular body (35).
The invention relates to a disc brake (1) for utility vehicles, having a brake caliper, a brake disc (37), an actuating lever (4) arranged axially to a disc brake axis (A) of the brake disc (37), an adjusting device (36) comprising an adjusting spindle (12), a pressure collar (13) and an adjusting spindle head (27), wherein the adjusting device (36) is arranged at least partially within an interior (7) of the brake caliper (2), a primary seal (8) for sealing the interior (7) of the brake caliper (2), an annular space (10), which is delimited by an inner wall (6) of a through-opening (19) of the brake caliper (2) and the adjusting device, and a secondary seal (9) for at least partially sealing the interior (7) of the brake caliper (2), characterized in that the primary seal (8) and the secondary seal (9) are designed as a piston protection cap (14).
F16D 55/02 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members
F16D 65/56 - Slack adjusters mechanical self-acting in one direction for adjusting excessive play with screw-thread and nut
F16D 55/225 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads
A wear monitoring device of a disk brake includes a brake disk, a first brake lining on a first face of the brake disk, and a second brake lining on a second face of the brake disk, in particular for commercial vehicles. The wear monitoring device has a first sensor unit that quantitatively ascertains the cumulative wear of the first and second brake linings. The wear monitoring device outputs, at the output connection of the first sensor unit, a first electrical output signal that is associated with the cumulative wear. A signal line is connected on the one hand to the output connection of the first sensor unit and on the other hand to an evaluating unit. The signal line is arranged in such a manner that, when a predetermined first wear limit of the first or second brake lining is reached, the signal line comes into contact with a stop.
The invention relates to a spring brake cylinder (100), in particular parking brake cylinder (101), for a brake system (800) of a motor vehicle (1000), comprising: - a brake release mechanism (110), configured to axially contract a brake spring chamber (112) against a brake spring force in a release direction (RD) from a parking position (PP) to a driving position (PD), - wherein the brake release mechanism (110) comprises a release screw (132) with an external thread (133), and a running nut (122), configured to act against the brake spring chamber (112), with an internal thread (123) movably engaging to the external thread (133), such that a rotational motion of the release screw (132) results in an axial nut movement (MN) of the running nut (122), and - a brake state indicator (120), comprising a moveably arranged indicator pin (134), configured to indicate at an external surface (140) a brake state (BS). According to the invention, the spring brake cylinder is characterized in that - the brake state indicator (120) comprises an actuation element (128), wherein the actuation element (128) is axially held in a force equilibrium (EF) between an actuation spring (124), exerting an actuation force (FA) on the actuation element (128), and a return spring (126), exerting a return force (FR) on the actuation element (128), wherein - the actuation force (FA) is altered by the nut motion (MN) of the running nut (122) such as to shift the force equilibrium (FE), resulting in an axial element movement (ME) of the actuation element (128), and - the actuation element (128) is operatively coupled to the indicator pin (134) such as to transfer the element movement (ME) to the indicator pin (134).
The invention relates to a control unit (56) for a vehicle (10), in particular a utility vehicle, comprising an electric drive (12) and an electromechanically actuated brake unit (14). The electric drive (12) comprises a high-voltage DC intermediate circuit (20) which is releasably connected to a first energy store (24) of the electric drive (12), at least one converter (18) which is connected to the high-voltage DC intermediate circuit (20) and can be operated in a bidirectional manner, and at least one electric motor (16) which is connected to the converter (18) for driving at least one wheel (50) of the vehicle (10), said wheel being operatable as a generator. The electromechanically actuated brake unit (14) comprises at least one brake actuation circuit (36), which is connected to the high-voltage DC intermediate circuit (20), and at least one electric motor (34), which is connected to the brake actuation circuit (36), for actuating a brake of the vehicle (10). The control unit has a function block (55) that comprises an input (69) for receiving a voltage signal (68), which indicates the voltage of the high-voltage DC intermediate circuit (20), a first output (63) for outputting a converter actuation signal (60) for actuating the converter (18), and a first regulating unit (66), in particular comprising a PI regulator, for generating a converter actuation signal (60) on the basis of the received voltage signal (68) and a specified comparison value (70), in particular a target voltage value. The invention additionally relates to a system for a vehicle (10), in particular a utility vehicle, comprising an electric drive (12) and a control unit (56), to a vehicle (10) comprising a control unit (56) or a system, to a method for a vehicle (10) comprising a system or a control unit (56), and to a computer program product.
B60L 7/14 - Dynamic electric regenerative braking for vehicles propelled by AC motors
B60L 7/24 - Electrodynamic brake systems for vehicles in general with additional mechanical or electromagnetic braking
B60L 50/51 - Electric propulsion with power supplied within the vehicle using propulsion power supplied by batteries or fuel cells characterised by AC-motors
B60W 10/18 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of braking systems
40.
ELECTRIC VACUUM PUMP FOR BRAKING SYSTEM ON PASSENGER CARS WITH V-TWIN PISTON ARRANGEMENT
The invention relates to a vacuum pump (1), comprising a body (2), a first cylinder (4) at least partially inside the body (2) with a first cylinder axis (A1), a first piston (8) reciprocal in the first cylinder (4) and a first piston rod (12) attached to the first piston (8), a second cylinder (6) at least partially inside the body (2) with a second cylinder axis (A2), a second piston (10) reciprocal in the second cylinder (6) and a second piston rod (14) attached to the second piston (10). According to the invention the first and second cylinder axes (A1, A2) are arranged at 90°; and an electric drive motor (20) attached to the body (2) driving a common crank pin (30), wherein the first and second piston rods (12, 14) engage said common crank pin (30) for being commonly driven by said common crank pin (30).
F04B 27/00 - Multi-cylinder pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids and characterised by number or arrangement of cylinders
B60T 17/02 - Arrangements of pumps or compressors, or control devices therefor
F04B 27/053 - Multi-cylinder pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids and characterised by number or arrangement of cylinders having cylinders in star- or fan-arrangement with an actuating element at the inner ends of the cylinders
F04B 35/04 - Piston pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids and characterised by the driving means to their working members, or by combination with, or adaptation to, specific driving engines or motors, not otherwise provided for the means being electric
F04B 39/00 - Component parts, details, or accessories, of pumps or pumping systems specially adapted for elastic fluids, not otherwise provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups
F04B 39/10 - Adaptation or arrangement of distribution members
F04B 35/01 - Piston pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids and characterised by the driving means to their working members, or by combination with, or adaptation to, specific driving engines or motors, not otherwise provided for the means being mechanical
A brake device (102), in particular a utility vehicle disc brake, has a brake disc (106), at least one brake pad (104, 104′), a transmission member (114) coupled to the brake pad (104, 104′) for pressing the brake pad (104, 104′) against the brake disc (106), a drive for generating a drive variable, a non-linear mechanism (110) operatively connected to the drive and the transmission member (114) for transmission of the drive variable to the transmission member (114), and an adjusting unit (120) for adjusting a clearance (108) between the transmission member (114) and the brake disc (106). The device includes a brake pad wear sensor for detecting the degree of wear of the brake pad (104, 104′) and a control unit, with a signal-carrying connection to the sensor to vary the clearance (108) as a function of the wear of the brake pad (104, 104′) determined by the sensor.
The invention relates to a compressed-air braking system (DBA*) for a motor vehicle, which braking system comprises a compressed-air supply unit (1) having a compressor (2) and a plurality of brake circuits connected via a multiple-circuit protection valve (7) to the compressed-air supply unit (1), which brake circuits comprise at least one parking brake circuit with parking brake cylinders (25.1, 25.2). According to the invention, to reduce the operating noises of the compressed-air braking system (DBA*), particularly those occurring on venting of the parking brake cylinders (25.1, 25.2), the parking brake cylinders (25.1, 25.2) on each wheel or on each vehicle axle can each be vented via a rapid-bleeder valve (29) connected to a connecting line (28) and a changeover valve (30) arranged downstream thereof alternatively either into the ambient atmosphere or into an additional reservoir (31).
The invention relates to an electric adjusting device for a disc brake, comprising a brake disc and a brake caliper of a vehicle for adjusting the wear of brake linings. The electric adjusting device comprises a motor, a force transmission device, a sensor unit and an actuating unit.
B60T 17/22 - Devices for monitoring or checking brake systemsSignal devices
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
F16D 65/56 - Slack adjusters mechanical self-acting in one direction for adjusting excessive play with screw-thread and nut
F16D 55/00 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes
F16D 65/84 - Features relating to cooling for disc brakes
B60T 1/06 - Arrangements of braking elements, i.e. of those parts where braking effect occurs acting by retarding wheels acting otherwise than on tread, e.g. employing rim, drum, disc, or transmission
F16D 55/225 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
The invention relates to a method for adjusting the clearance of an electromechanical brake, in particular of a utility vehicle brake. The method according to the invention comprises the following steps: activating a clearance test cycle for the brake, applying at least one brake lining of the brake in the direction of a brake disc and determining a contact position in which the brake lining enters into contact with the brake disc when application occurs, determining the clearance as well the degree of wear of the lining on the basis of the determined contact position, calculating the clearance which is necessary for the brake and a necessary contact position of the brake lining and brake disc in accordance with the degree of wear of the lining using predefined parameters.
B60T 13/66 - Electrical control in fluid-pressure brake systems
B60T 13/74 - Transmitting braking action from initiating means to ultimate brake actuator with power assistance or driveBrake systems incorporating such transmitting means, e.g. air-pressure brake systems with electrical assistance or drive
B60T 17/22 - Devices for monitoring or checking brake systemsSignal devices
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
46.
METHOD FOR DETERMINING A CLEARANCE OF AN ELECTROMECHANICAL BRAKE, AND BRAKE IN QUESTION AND CONTROL UNIT
The invention relates to a method for determining a clearance of an electromechanical brake and to the brake in question and a control unit. The subject matter of the invention is a method (200) having the following steps: activating (202) a clearance determination cycle for the brake (100); moving (204) an electromechanical brake actuator (2) into a first end position (E1) by means of a drive motor (A); moving (206) the electromechanical brake actuator (2) toward a second end position (E2) by means of the drive motor (A); continuously determining (208) a rotor position (φ) and/or a motor current (i) of the drive motor (A) during the movement of the brake actuator (2) toward the second end position (E2); determining (210) a contact position (K), at which the brake pad (103) comes into contact with the brake disc, on the basis of the rotor position (φ) and/or the motor current (i); and determining (212) a clearance (L) and/or a degree of pad wear (VB) on the basis of the determined contact position (K).
An adjustment device for a disc brake is operable for adjusting brake pads to compensate wear. The adjustment device includes a guide sleeve in which a wrap spring is arranged a groove ring surrounding the guide sleeve and coupled to a closure cap via a torsion spring, and an opening ring surrounding the groove ring.
The invention relates to a wrap spring for blocking an unwanted rotational movement of a rotary element. The invention further relates to an adjusting device for adjusting the wear of brake pads of a disk brake. An adjusting device comprises a guide sleeve in which a wrap spring is arranged, a grooved ring which encompasses the guide sleeve, wherein the grooved ring is coupled to a closure cap via a torsion spring, and an opening ring encompassing the grooved ring. The invention further relates to a disk brake for a vehicle, in particular for a utility vehicle, wherein the disk brake comprises an adjusting device with a wrap spring.
F16D 55/225 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads
A cover panel (1) for a disc brake (2) for covering an installation opening (5) of the disc brake (2), wherein the disc brake (2) comprises a brake carrier (13) and a brake caliper (3) sliding on the brake carrier (13) axially in the direction of an application side (Z) or axially in the direction of a rim side (F).
F16D 55/22 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads
F16D 55/00 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes
50.
Control valve, electronically controllable brake system and method for controlling the electronically controllable brake system
A control valve for applying a spring-loaded brake pressure to spring-loaded parts of a rear-axle wheel brake is pneumatically activated as a function of a parking-brake braking demand and a service-brake braking demand. A first control chamber is connected via a first control piston to a control arrangement in the control valve. During an adjustment of the first control chamber via the service-brake control pressure, the spring-loaded brake pressure at the working output is a function of the service-brake control pressure or of the parking-brake control pressure. The first control piston is connected to a third control chamber, wherein the pressure in the first control chamber acts on the first control piston in one direction, and the pressure in the third control chamber acts on the first control piston in the opposite direction. The first control chamber is selectively connectable to the third control chamber via a switchable bypass valve.
B60T 13/68 - Electrical control in fluid-pressure brake systems by electrically-controlled valves
B60T 13/74 - Transmitting braking action from initiating means to ultimate brake actuator with power assistance or driveBrake systems incorporating such transmitting means, e.g. air-pressure brake systems with electrical assistance or drive
F16K 31/42 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid by means of electrically-actuated members in the supply or discharge conduits of the fluid motor
51.
Control valve, electronically controllable brake system and method for controlling the electronically controllable brake system
A control valve for applying a spring-loaded brake pressure to spring-loaded parts of a rear-axle wheel brake is pneumatically activated as a function of a parking-brake braking demand and a service-brake braking demand. A first control chamber is connected via a first control piston to a control arrangement in the control valve. During an adjustment of the first control chamber via the service-brake control pressure, the spring-loaded brake pressure at the working output is a function of the service-brake control pressure or of the parking-brake control pressure. The first control piston is connected to a third control chamber, wherein the pressure in the first control chamber acts on the first control piston in one direction, and the pressure in the third control chamber acts on the first control piston in the opposite direction. The first control chamber is selectively connectable to the third control chamber via a switchable bypass valve.
B60T 13/38 - Brakes applied by springs or weights and released by compressed air
B60T 13/68 - Electrical control in fluid-pressure brake systems by electrically-controlled valves
B60T 13/74 - Transmitting braking action from initiating means to ultimate brake actuator with power assistance or driveBrake systems incorporating such transmitting means, e.g. air-pressure brake systems with electrical assistance or drive
F16K 31/42 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid by means of electrically-actuated members in the supply or discharge conduits of the fluid motor
F16D 55/2265 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially the axial movement being guided by one or more pins
A cable adapter (1) for collecting and forwarding analog signals from a plurality of sensors (103, 105) in a motor vehicle (100), in particular brake lining wear sensors of a utility vehicle disc brake, has first and second signal input terminals (5, 7) for connecting the cable adapter (1) to sensors (103, 105) and for receiving signal currents (20, 22). The cable adapter (1) has a signal output terminal for connecting the cable adapter (1) to an electronic control unit (113) of the motor vehicle (100) and switching electronics (13) that are configured to transmit the first and second signal currents (20, 22; 21, 23; 21′, 23′) to the signal output terminal (9) at a predetermined rhythm.
G01R 31/00 - Arrangements for testing electric propertiesArrangements for locating electric faultsArrangements for electrical testing characterised by what is being tested not provided for elsewhere
G05B 19/04 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers
Provided is a component (38) for a pneumatic brake control module. The component (38) comprises a first tubular part (10) that is snap-fitted to a second tubular part (24), and a telescopic structure with a spring element, arranged between the tubular parts (10, 24).
An electromechanical brake actuator (102, 202, 302, 402) for a brake, in particular a commercial vehicle disc brake, has an electric motor (106, 206) for generating a drive torque, a cam disc (108, 208, 308, 408) operatively connected to the electric motor (106, 206) and mounted in a rotationally movable manner, and a brake plunger (114, 214, 314) which can be moved along a plunger axis for the actuation of a brake lever (358) of the brake (368). The cam disc (108, 208, 308, 408) and the brake plunger (114, 214, 314) have contact faces which are in contact with one another and slide or roll on one another for the direct transmission of the drive torque between the cam disc (108, 208, 308, 408) and the brake plunger (114, 214, 314).
B60T 13/74 - Transmitting braking action from initiating means to ultimate brake actuator with power assistance or driveBrake systems incorporating such transmitting means, e.g. air-pressure brake systems with electrical assistance or drive
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
11) taken at a time ti by the optical sensor (21) is converted in the computer system into a grid image RI which maps the occupation, non-occupation or change in occupation of the load compartment in accordance with the stored grid R, and the grid image RI is displayed on the graphical user interface.
B60W 10/196 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of braking systems acting within the driveline, e.g. retarders
B60T 8/32 - Arrangements for adjusting wheel-braking force to meet varying vehicular or ground-surface conditions, e.g. limiting or varying distribution of braking force responsive to a speed condition, e.g. acceleration or deceleration
B60W 30/16 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle
A rear spoiler device for a utility vehicle has: a first roof air-guiding element for attaching to a first rear door and a second roof air-guiding element for attaching to a second rear doo. The two roof air-guiding elements are adjustable between a folded-in basic position and a driving position for the aerodynamic extension of the contour of a roof surface. A manual adjustment device for adjusting the first roof air-guiding element between the basic position and driving position. A coupling device is provided for coupling the pivoting movements of the roof air-guiding elements. The coupling device carries along the second roof air-guiding element during the adjustment of the first roof air-guiding element. The coupling device may be an overlapping element.
The invention relates to a lining carrier (1) for a disk brake having a friction lining (2). The lining carrier (1) can be arranged in a lining carrier shaft (6) of a brake bracket (7) and comprises a front side (3), which faces the friction lining (2), a rear side (4), which faces away from the friction lining (2), and an edge surface (5), which runs around the rear side (4) in a top view. The region (8) of the edge surface (5) facing the lining carrier shaft (6) has a cut-out (9).
An air control valve (100) adapted to control an air flow (FA) for an air cushioning receptacle (802) in a motor vehicle (1000) includes a valve seat (120), a valve body (110), and a valve passage element (105) with a passage inlet (140) on an inlet side (141) and a passage outlet (150) on an outlet side (151). A coil spring (160) in contact with the valve body (110) and with a valve stop (152) on the outlet side (151) is adapted to exert a closing force (FC) to press the valve body (110) to the valve seat (120). A damping body (200) is arranged in an inner spring space (161) of the coil spring (160) such that the damping body (200) radially extends in a winding space (162) between a first coil winding (163) and a second coil winding (164) of the coil spring (160).
The invention relates to a vehicle brake, in particular utility vehicle disk brake, having a brake carrier with at least one brake pad receptacle, having at least one brake pad which is axially displaceably guided and supported in the brake pad receptacle, and having a brake caliper which is movable axially relative to the brake carrier. According to the invention, it is proposed that the brake carrier is structurally reinforced on the run-out side in relation to the run-in side, and at least one running direction indicator for indicating the first direction of rotation is arranged on the brake carrier.
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
The invention relates to a pneumatic spring control system (ECAS, Electronic Controlled Air Suspension) (10) for a utility vehicle, such as a truck or the like, or for a passenger car, comprising a main control unit (12) for operating the pneumatic spring control system (10). The pneumatic spring control system (10) is characterized by at least two auxiliary control units (14), each of which is connected to the main control unit (12) via a separate or common data connection (16). Each of the auxiliary control units (14) has at least one output (18) for actuating at least one actuator (20) which can be connected to the output (18), in particular an adjustment drive (28) for a valve (30), preferably an electrovalve component, in particular a pneumatic or hydraulic valve component, such as a solenoid valve. Furthermore, at least one function can be stored in each auxiliary control unit (14) for generating control signals at the output (18) and the main control unit (12) is designed to retrieve and/or parameterize at least the stored functions by transmitting commands via the data connection (16). The invention additionally relates to a vehicle with a pneumatic spring control system (10) and to a method for operating a vehicle with a pneumatic spring control system (10).
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
A membrane valve arrangement (1) includes a disc-shaped valve membrane (10) made from an elastic material and a disc (14) having a central opening (15). The valve membrane (10) is arranged with one side on the disc (14) and has a circumferential sealing bead (11) radially outside on the side opposite from the disc. The disc (14) is arranged, along with the valve membrane (10), between a housing upper part (2) and a housing lower part (6) of the membrane valve arrangement (1). The sealing bead (11) is clamped between the housing upper part (2) and the housing lower part (6). The sealing action in the region of the sealing bead is largely independent of tolerances because, on at least one of the housing parts in the region of the sealing bead (11) and/or in the radially outer peripheral region of the disc (14), additional sealing arrangements are present.
B60T 8/36 - Arrangements for adjusting wheel-braking force to meet varying vehicular or ground-surface conditions, e.g. limiting or varying distribution of braking force responsive to a speed condition, e.g. acceleration or deceleration having a fluid pressure regulator responsive to a speed condition including a pilot valve responding to an electromagnetic force
F16K 7/17 - Diaphragm cut-off apparatus, e.g. with a member deformed, but not moved bodily, to close the passage with flat, dished, or bowl-shaped diaphragm arranged to be deformed against a flat seat the diaphragm being actuated by fluid pressure
B60T 8/34 - Arrangements for adjusting wheel-braking force to meet varying vehicular or ground-surface conditions, e.g. limiting or varying distribution of braking force responsive to a speed condition, e.g. acceleration or deceleration having a fluid pressure regulator responsive to a speed condition
B60T 17/04 - Arrangement of piping, valves in the piping, e.g. cut-off valves, couplings or air hoses
F16K 31/08 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a magnet using a permanent magnet
64.
Electronic control unit for a vehicle, in particular commercial vehicle
An electronic control unit for controlling a vehicle part is provided herein. The electronic control unit comprises a housing. The housing has an exterior surface and mounting elements on the exterior surface. The mounting elements are adapted for fastening the housing to a structure of a vehicle.
H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
B60T 8/36 - Arrangements for adjusting wheel-braking force to meet varying vehicular or ground-surface conditions, e.g. limiting or varying distribution of braking force responsive to a speed condition, e.g. acceleration or deceleration having a fluid pressure regulator responsive to a speed condition including a pilot valve responding to an electromagnetic force
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
The invention relates to a disk brake (1) for a utility vehicle, comprising a brake disk (19), a brake caliper (2), which extends around the brake disk (19), an application-side brake pad (3), a rim-side brake pad (3a) and an application-side application device (4) arranged in the brake caliper (2), wherein the application device (4) has at least an adjustment spindle (5) and a pressure plate (6), which is arranged axially between the adjustment spindle (5) and the application-side brake pad (3), characterized in that a plain bearing element (7) is arranged between the pressure plate (6) and the adjustment spindle (5).
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
An air resistance-reducing device (1) for a vehicle (12) includes a first air guide element A (3) and a second air guide element B (4) which can be adjusted between a rest position and a travel position for contour extension and aerodynamic air guidance by an actuator (6). The air resistance-reducing device (1) includes connecting element (7) with a coupling element 8, which connects the actuator (6) to the at least one connecting element (7), a first leg (9), which connects the coupling element (8) to the first air guide element A (3), a second leg (10), which connects the coupling element (8) to the second air guide element B (4), and a third leg (11), which connects the first leg (9) to the second leg (10).
The invention relates to a disc brake for utility vehicles, comprising a brake caliper; a brake disc; an actuation lever which is arranged axially to a disc brake axis of the brake disc; an adjustment device comprising an adjustment spindle, a pressure collar, and an adjustment spindle head, wherein the adjustment device is at least partly arranged within the interior of the brake caliper; a primary seal (8) for sealing the interior of the brake caliper; an annular area which is delimited by an inner wall of a passage opening of the brake caliper and the adjustment device; and a secondary seal (9) for at least partly sealing the interior of the brake caliper, said primary seal (8) and secondary seal (9) being designed as a plunger protection cap (14).
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
68.
System for transferring data from a wireless network of a vehicle
A system for transferring data from a wireless network of a vehicle includes a first station for covering a first wireless network, which is secured by encryption and a mobile device. The mobile device is configured for connecting to the first wireless network and to a second wireless network. The first station is provided in the vehicle, wherein access data for connecting to the two wireless networks is available in the mobile device. In the vehicle, data are available, which are transmitted from the first station to the mobile device, and from there to the second station.
A method for establishing a wireless network for a vehicle is provided herein. The vehicle comprises a tractor unit and a trailer. The tractor unit comprises at least one first station and a first control unit and the trailer comprises a second station and a second control unit. The method comprises supplying electrical energy to the second control unit. The method further comprises interconnecting the first control unit and the second control unit via a physical interface. The method further comprises generating a defined message by the second control unit and receiving the defined message by the first control unit via the physical interface. The method further comprises transmitting information required to establish the wireless network via the first station only when the defined message is present in the first station.
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
H04L 29/08 - Transmission control procedure, e.g. data link level control procedure
H04W 4/40 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P]
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
70.
METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MONITORING A BRAKE TEMPERATURE OF A TRAILER OF AN HGV VEHICLE COMBINATION
B60T 8/17 - Using electrical or electronic regulation means to control braking
B60T 8/1755 - Brake regulation specially adapted to control the stability of the vehicle, e.g. taking into account yaw rate or transverse acceleration in a curve
72.
CLOSING DEVICE FOR A DISK BRAKE AND BEARING SHELL FOR A CLOSING DEVICE OF A DISK BRAKE
The invention relates to a closing device (1) for a disk brake, in particular for a sliding caliper disk brake for closing a brake disk. According to the invention, the disk brake has at least one brake caliper for receiving the closing device (1) and brake linings for closing the brake disk. The closing device (1) furthermore comprises a closing lever (3) having at least one closing lever base (4, 4a). The closing lever base (4, 4a) has a recess (9, 9a) in the direction of the side facing the brake lining or the side facing away from the brake lining for receiving a bearing shell (6, 6a).
F16D 55/2255 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is pivoted
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
73.
MEMBRANE VALVE ASSEMBLY FOR A COMPRESSED AIR BRAKING SYSTEM
The invention relates to a membrane valve assembly (1a, 1b) in a valve device (100) of a pneumatic braking system of a motor vehicle, comprising a disc-shaped valve membrane (10, 10a), which consists of a resilient material, and a disc (14, 114) having a central aperture (15, 114a), wherein: the valve membrane is arranged with one of its two sides on the disc; the valve membrane has, radially outwardly, a peripheral sealing bead (11, 111); the disc, together with the valve membrane, is arranged between a housing upper part (2, 121) and a housing lower part (6) of the membrane valve assembly; the sealing bead is received between the housing upper part and the housing lower part; and the sealing bead has at least one rib (21, 21a, 21b, 21c) radially in the direction of the housing upper part and/or in the direction of the housing lower part.
B60T 8/36 - Arrangements for adjusting wheel-braking force to meet varying vehicular or ground-surface conditions, e.g. limiting or varying distribution of braking force responsive to a speed condition, e.g. acceleration or deceleration having a fluid pressure regulator responsive to a speed condition including a pilot valve responding to an electromagnetic force
F16K 7/17 - Diaphragm cut-off apparatus, e.g. with a member deformed, but not moved bodily, to close the passage with flat, dished, or bowl-shaped diaphragm arranged to be deformed against a flat seat the diaphragm being actuated by fluid pressure
A piston type pump, comprising: a pump housing having at least one pump inlet and one pump outlet and a piston arrangement connected to a driving shaft which, when driven, sets the piston arrangement into movement, wherein the piston arrangement comprises: a first primary stage piston, the first primary stage piston being slidably seated in a first primary stage cylinder formed in the pump housing; a first secondary stage piston; whereas the first secondary stage piston being slidably seated in a first secondary stage cylinder formed in the first primary stage piston.
F04B 3/00 - Machines or pumps with pistons coacting within one cylinder, e.g. multi-stage
F04B 5/02 - Machines or pumps with differential-surface pistons with double-acting pistons
F04B 9/04 - Piston machines or pumps characterised by the driving or driven means to or from their working members the means being mechanical the means being cams, eccentrics or pin-and-slot mechanisms
F04B 27/02 - Multi-cylinder pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids and characterised by number or arrangement of cylinders having cylinders arranged oppositely relative to main shaft
F04B 37/14 - Pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids and having pertinent characteristics not provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups for special use to obtain high vacuum
F04B 39/00 - Component parts, details, or accessories, of pumps or pumping systems specially adapted for elastic fluids, not otherwise provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups
F04B 53/14 - Pistons, piston-rods or piston-rod connections
A brake carrier for receiving brake pads for a disc brake with a brake disc includes a clamping-side bridge strut on a clamping side of the disc brake, and a reaction-side bridge strut on a reaction side of the disc brake arranged parallel to a brake carrier axis. The clamping-side bridge strut and the reaction-side bridge strut are connected together via a first connecting web at a first end of the brake carrier. Also, the clamping-side bridge strut and the reaction-side bridge strut are connected together via a second connecting web at a second end of the brake carrier. The brake carrier has a brake pad receiving side provided with brake carrier horns, and a brake carrier underside.
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
F16D 55/00 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes
76.
Pilot unit, actuator system and method for producing said system
An electropneumatic pilot unit for controlling a pneumatic consumer is provided herein. The pilot unit comprises at least two electromagnetic pilot valves. Each of the electromagnetic pilot valves comprises a coil for producing a magnetic flux along a valve axis, an armature which can be moved in the axial direction of the valve axis, a valve seat which can be closed and opened by the armature, and a pneumatic inlet port and a pneumatic outlet port. At least two of the pilot valves lie next to each other with parallel valve axes. Each pilot valve has a port which protrudes towards a common underside for connection to a pilot chamber of the consumer controlled by the pilot valves.
F15B 13/044 - Fluid distribution or supply devices characterised by their adaptation to the control of servomotors for use with a single servomotor operated by electrically-controlled means, e.g. solenoids, torque-motors
B60T 13/66 - Electrical control in fluid-pressure brake systems
B60T 13/68 - Electrical control in fluid-pressure brake systems by electrically-controlled valves
B60T 17/04 - Arrangement of piping, valves in the piping, e.g. cut-off valves, couplings or air hoses
B60T 7/04 - Brake-action initiating means for personal initiation foot-actuated
B60T 8/36 - Arrangements for adjusting wheel-braking force to meet varying vehicular or ground-surface conditions, e.g. limiting or varying distribution of braking force responsive to a speed condition, e.g. acceleration or deceleration having a fluid pressure regulator responsive to a speed condition including a pilot valve responding to an electromagnetic force
F16K 31/42 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid by means of electrically-actuated members in the supply or discharge conduits of the fluid motor
B60T 8/32 - Arrangements for adjusting wheel-braking force to meet varying vehicular or ground-surface conditions, e.g. limiting or varying distribution of braking force responsive to a speed condition, e.g. acceleration or deceleration
The invention relates to an electric adjusting device (1) for a disc brake (2), comprising a brake disc and a brake calliper (2a) of a vehicle, for adjusting the wear of brake linings (3, 3a). The electric adjusting device (1) comprises a motor (4), a force transmission device (5), a sensor unit (7) and an actuating unit (6).
F16D 55/226 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is moved axially
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
F16D 65/56 - Slack adjusters mechanical self-acting in one direction for adjusting excessive play with screw-thread and nut
An adjuster unit (100) for a vehicle disc brake (1), in particular an air disc brake (1) of a commercial vehicle, includes an adjustment spindle (101) adapted to be operatively coupled with one of the brake pads (9) such that by rotation in a first direction, the adjustment spindle (101) moves the brake pad (9) towards the disc (11). By rotation in a second direction opposite of the first direction, the adjustment spindle (101) moves the brake pad away from the disc (11). An actuator ring assembly (107) is rotatable about the adjustment spindle (101); and a wrap spring (109) is helically wound around the adjustment spindle (101). The wrap spring (109), being part of the adjuster unit, is positioned on the adjuster unit, in particular on the adjustment spindle, to engage a stop (117) upon rotation of the adjustment spindle (101) in the second direction, causing the diameter of the wrap spring (109) to increase.
F16D 65/56 - Slack adjusters mechanical self-acting in one direction for adjusting excessive play with screw-thread and nut
F16D 55/2255 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads in which the common actuating member is pivoted
80.
APPARATUS FOR GENERATING ENERGY FOR A DISC BRAKE, AND METHOD FOR GENERATING AND STORING ENERGY FOR A DISC BRAKE
The invention relates to an apparatus for a disc brake (1) of a vehicle for generating energy, and to a method for a disc brake for generating and storing energy, in particular for commercial vehicles (2), comprising a brake caliper (3) which extends across a brake disc and is fastened to a brake carrier (5), an application device (6) for applying an application-side brake pad (7) to the brake disc, the application device (6) comprising a pressure spindle (13) and an adjustment apparatus (14) for uniform adjustment of a clearance being coupled to the pressure spindle (13).
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
The invention refers to a governor device (1) for controlling a compressor in a pressurized air system, said governor device (1) comprising: - a supply port (21) for receiving a supply pressure (p21), - a control port (20) for delivering a control pressure (p1) to said compressor, - an exhaust opening (17a) for exhausting air, - an inlet valve provided between said supply port (21) and said control port (20), and - an outlet valve provided between said control port (20) and said exhaust opening (17a), - a displaceable piston (4), an active bottom face (4a) of said piston (4) being chargeable with said supply pressure (p21) to exert a pressure force, - a spring means (5) for biasing said piston (4) with a bias force against said pressure force of said supply pressure (p21), wherein said governor device (1) is switchable between a basic position with open outlet valve and closed inlet valve and an actuated position with closed outlet valve and open inlet valve. A valve arrangement (12) is provided at said piston (4), said valve arrangement (12) comprising a fixed means (14) fixed to said piston (4) and a valve plate (15) displaceable with respect to said fixed means (14), wherein said inlet valve and said outlet valve are realized by said valve arrangement (12). The piston itself can be slidably provided inside an insert (3) to be screwed into a dome (2) to be screwed into an external casing.
Disclosed is an electronic level control device for a vehicle having an air suspension system, for example a trailer vehicle having an air suspension system, the vehicle comprising a chassis having an axle and at least two wheels arranged on the axle, wherein an air spring is arranged between the axle and the chassis for at least one of the wheels, wherein an electronic control unit can initiate a level controlling procedure by actuating a solenoid valve, and wherein at least one capacitive level sensor is provided for the axle. The distance between the chassis and the at least one axle can be determined by the level sensor.
B60G 17/019 - 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 the type of sensor or the arrangement thereof
B60G 11/27 - Resilient suspensions characterised by arrangement, location, or kind of springs having fluid springs only, e.g. hydropneumatic springs wherein the fluid is a gas
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
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
The invention relates to a brake device (102), particularly a utility vehicle disk brake, comprising a brake disk (106), at least one brake pad (104, 104'), a transmission member (114) coupled to the brake pad (104, 104') and used to press the at least one brake pad (104, 104') against the brake disk (106), a drive for producing a drive variable, a non-linear gear (110) which is operatively connected to the drive and the transmission member (114) and used for the non-linear transmission of the drive variable to the transmission member (114), and an adjusting unit (120) for adjusting an air gap (108) between the transmission member (114) and the brake disk (106). According to the invention, the device comprises a brake pad wear sensor for detecting the degree of wear of the at least one brake pad (104, 104'), and a control unit which is connected to the sensor in a signal-conducting manner and is designed to modify the air gap (108) according to the wear of the brake pad (104, 104') determined by the sensor.
The invention relates to an adjusting device for a disc brake for adjusting the wear for brake pads. The adjusting device comprises a guide sleeve in which a wrap spring is arranged, a groove ring which encompasses the guide sleeve, wherein the groove ring is coupled to a closure cap via a torsion spring, and an opening ring encompassing the groove ring.
F16D 65/56 - Slack adjusters mechanical self-acting in one direction for adjusting excessive play with screw-thread and nut
F16D 65/60 - Slack adjusters mechanical self-acting in one direction for adjusting excessive play for angular adjustment of two concentric parts of the brake control system
The invention relates to a wrap spring for blocking an unwanted rotational movement of a rotary element. The invention also relates to an adjusting device for adjusting the wear of brake pads of a disc brake. An adjusting device comprises a guide sleeve in which a wrap spring is arranged, a groove ring which encompasses the guide sleeve, wherein the groove ring is coupled to a closure cap via a torsion spring, and an opening ring encompassing the groove ring. The invention further relates to a disc brake for a vehicle, in particular for a utility vehicle, wherein the disc brake has an adjusting device with a wrap spring.
A method (200) for detecting the clearance of a brake (100) of a motor vehicle, in particular a utility motor vehicle, includes the following steps: reading measurement signals of a wear sensor (115) disposed on the brake (100), determining an output signal value that is representative of the non-actuated state of the brake from the measurement signals, determining an event signal value that is representative of the braking state of the brake from the measurement signals, and determining the clearance from the difference between the event signal value and the output signal value, wherein the measurement signals of the wear sensor are examined for the presence of a characteristic signal oscillation that arises as a result of bringing into contact the brake lining with the counterpart thereof that is to be braked. A controller (10) carries out the method on a brake (100).
B60T 17/22 - Devices for monitoring or checking brake systemsSignal devices
F16D 55/225 - Brakes with substantially-radial braking surfaces pressed together in axial direction, e.g. disc brakes with axially-movable discs or pads pressed against axially-located rotating members by clamping an axially-located rotating disc between movable braking members, e.g. movable brake discs or brake pads with a common actuating member for the braking members the braking members being brake pads
G01B 7/14 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring distance or clearance between spaced objects or spaced apertures
F16D 66/00 - Arrangements for monitoring working conditions of brakes, e.g. wear or temperature
87.
A VACUUM PUMP REED VALVE WHICH WILL REDUCE COLD START TORQUE
A vacuum pump (1) suitable for mounting to an engine, comprising a casing (2) having a cavity (4), and a moveable member (6) arranged for rotation inside the cavity (4), where-in the cavity (4) is provided with an inlet (10) and an outlet (12) and the movable member (6) is movable to draw fluid into the cavity (4) through the inlet (10) and out of the cavity (4) through the outlet (12) so as to induce a reduction in pressure at the inlet (10), further comprising a valve seat (14) at the outlet (12) and an outlet valve (16) comprising a reed element (18) and a stop (20) for restricting movement of the reed element (18). The disclosure contemplates that the stop (20) is movable between a first operating position (P1), in which movement of the reed element (18) is restricted to a first opening degree (D1), and a second start-up position (P2), in which movement of the reed element (18) is restricted to a second opening degree (D2), which is larger than the first opening degree (D1). The disclosure also relates to a vehicle comprising such a vacuum pump.
F04C 25/02 - Adaptations for special use of pumps for elastic fluids for producing high vacuum
F04C 28/06 - Control of, monitoring of, or safety arrangements for, pumps or pumping installations specially adapted for elastic fluids specially adapted for stopping, starting, idling or no-load operation
F04C 29/12 - Arrangements for admission or discharge of the working fluid, e.g. constructional features of the inlet or outlet
F04C 18/344 - Rotary-piston pumps specially adapted for elastic fluids having the characteristics covered by two or more of groups , , , , , or having the characteristics covered by one of these groups together with some other type of movement between co-operating members having the movement defined in group or and relative reciprocation between the co-operating members with vanes reciprocating with respect to the inner member
88.
METHOD FOR DETERMINING AUTONOMOUS EMERGENCY BRAKING, METHOD FOR PERFORMING THE EMERGENCY BRAKING, AND CONTROL DEVICE FOR A DRIVING-DYNAMICS SYSTEM
The invention relates to a method for determining autonomous emergency braking of an ego vehicle, comprising at least the following steps: capturing driving-dynamics variables of the ego vehicle and distance measurement signals and determining a longitudinal distance of the ego vehicle (1) from a front object (2), evaluating whether emergency braking should be initiated, and, if emergency braking should be initiated, determining a first starting point (t1) for the initiation of a warning phase (I), in which a warning signal is output without initiation of braking, a second starting point (t2) for the initiation of a subsequent partial-braking phase (II) with a lower partial-braking brake pressure (p_hc) and a third starting point (t3) for the initiation of a subsequent emergency-braking phase (III) with a higher emergency-braking brake pressure (p_aeb), wherein the following are used in the determination of the starting points (t1, t2, t3): a duration criterion having minimum durations of the warning phase (I) and/or of the partial-braking phase (II) and a dynamic criterion, which describes positions and/or velocities of the ego vehicle and of the object in the phases, wherein, in the dynamic criterion, motion equations of the ego vehicle and of the object in at least second order of time (t) are used and an emergency-braking acceleration in the emergency-braking phase (III) is used and at least in some situations a partial-braking acceleration in the partial-braking phase (II) is used in order to take into consideration a braking effect in the partial-braking phase (II).
B60T 7/22 - Brake-action initiating means for automatic initiationBrake-action initiating means for initiation not subject to will of driver or passenger initiated by contact of vehicle, e.g. bumper, with an external object, e.g. another vehicle
B60T 8/1755 - Brake regulation specially adapted to control the stability of the vehicle, e.g. taking into account yaw rate or transverse acceleration in a curve
B60W 30/16 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle
89.
METHOD AND CONTROL DEVICE FOR THE AUTONOMOUS EMERGENCY BRAKING OF AN EGO VEHICLE
The invention relates to a method for the autonomous emergency braking of an ego vehicle (1), comprising at least the following steps: capturing driving-dynamics variables of the ego vehicle, capturing distance measurement signals and determining a longitudinal distance (dx) of the ego vehicle (1) from a front object (2) if, on the basis of the driving-dynamics variables and the distance measurement signals, an emergency-braking situation is detected, determining or projecting in advance a first starting point (d1) for the initiation of a warning phase (I), in which a warning signal is output without initiation of braking, and a second starting point (d2) for the initiation of a subsequent partial-braking phase (II) with a lower partial-braking brake pressure and a third starting point (d3) for the initiation of a subsequent emergency-braking phase (III) with a higher brake pressure, the following determination steps being performed in the determination of the first, second and/or third starting point (d1, d2, d3): a criticality function (KL) representing the criticality (K) of the traffic situation is projected in advance in accordance with the longitudinal distance (dx) to the object (2) and a minimum duration (m) of the warning phase (I) and/or of the sum of the warning phase (I) and the partial-braking phase (II) is specified, which is not fallen below, criticality thresholds (SW1, SW2, SW3) for the initiation of the warning phase (I), of the partial-braking phase (II) and of the emergency-braking phase (III) being defined for the projected criticality function (KL) in such a way that, when the minimum duration (m) is reached, the criticality function (KL) has already exceeded a third criticality function (SW3) for the initiation of the emergency-braking phase (III).
B60T 7/22 - Brake-action initiating means for automatic initiationBrake-action initiating means for initiation not subject to will of driver or passenger initiated by contact of vehicle, e.g. bumper, with an external object, e.g. another vehicle
B60T 8/1755 - Brake regulation specially adapted to control the stability of the vehicle, e.g. taking into account yaw rate or transverse acceleration in a curve
B60W 30/16 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle
The invention relates to an electromechanical brake actuator (102, 202, 302, 402) for a brake, in particular a commercial vehicle disc brake, having an electric motor (106, 206) for generating a drive torque, a rotatably mounted cam (108, 208, 308, 408) which is operatively connected to the electric motor (106, 206), and a brake plunger (114, 214, 314) which is movable along a plunger axis to actuate a brake lever (358) of the brake (368). According to the invention, the cam (108, 208, 308, 408) and the brake plunger (114, 214, 314) have contact faces which bear against each other and slide or roll on each other for the direct transmission of the drive torque between the cam (108, 208, 308, 408) and the brake plunger (114, 214, 314).
F16D 65/18 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for drawing members together
The invention relates to a rear spoiler device (8) for a utility vehicle (1), wherein the rear spoiler device (8) has: a first roof air-guiding element (9) for attachment to a first rear door (6); a second roof air-guiding element (10) for attachment to a second rear door (7), wherein the two roof air-guiding elements (9, 10) can be adjusted between a folded-in basic position and a driving position for the aerodynamic contour elongation of a roof surface (5); and a, for example manual, adjustment device (13) for adjusting the first roof air-guiding element (9) between the basic position and the drive position, characterised in that a coupling device (15) for coupling the pivot movements of the roof air-guiding elements (9, 10) is provided and entrains the second roof air-guiding element (10), for example by means of an overlapping element, in particular when the first roof air-guiding element (9) is adjusted.
Compressed-air supply installation (10) for operating a pneumatic installation (90), having: a compressed-air feed (1); a compressed-air connection (2) to the pneumatic installation (90); a ventilation connection (3) to the surroundings; a pneumatic main line (60) between the compressed-air feed (1) and the compressed-air connection (2), which pneumatic main line has an air dryer (61), a ventilation line (70) between the compressed-air feed (1) and the ventilation connection (3); a valve arrangement (80) with a control valve (81) for controlling a ventilation valve (71), wherein the control valve (81) is connected by means of a control valve connection (X2, Y2) into a pneumatic control line (110) which is connected to a pressure control connection (71S) of the ventilation valve (71), and the ventilation valve (71) is connected by means of a ventilation valve connection (X1, Y1) into the ventilation line (70), wherein the control valve (81) is assigned a control valve ventilation connection (Z2) which is switchably connectable by means of the ventilation valve (71) to the ventilation connection (3) or to a surroundings connection (3') and is switchably separable by means of the ventilation valve (71) from the ventilation connection (3) or from the surroundings connection (3').
The invention relates to a method for controlling a vehicle (1), particularly a utility vehicle (1), when travelling on a bend (K), the utility vehicle (1) comprising a roll stability control system (10) for determining the probability (W) of overturning, said method comprising at least the following steps: determining bend information (R, R2), the bend information characterising the shape of the bend (K) in the direction of travel (F) from a current position (P) of the vehicle (1); determining predicted lateral acceleration values (alat_pi) according to the bend information (R, R2), the predicted lateral acceleration values (alat_pi) respectively indicating a lateral acceleration (alat) expected to act on the vehicle (1) in future positions (Pi) further along the bend (K); and determining the probability (W) of overturning in the future positions (Pi) according to the predicted lateral acceleration values (alat_pi). According to the invention, a reduced deceleration request is output by the roll stability control system (10) when the predicted lateral acceleration values (alat_pi) at least partially fall short of a lateral acceleration threshold value (plat_th), the reduced deceleration request (zSoll_r) being lower than a current deceleration request (zSoll) requested by the roll stability control system (10) in the current position (P), and for the reduced deceleration request (zSoll_r), the predicted lateral acceleration values (alat_pi) still remain lower than the lateral acceleration threshold value (plat_th).
B60W 30/04 - Control of vehicle driving stability related to roll-over prevention
B60W 50/00 - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit
B60T 8/24 - Arrangements for adjusting wheel-braking force to meet varying vehicular or ground-surface conditions, e.g. limiting or varying distribution of braking force responsive to vehicle inclination or change of direction, e.g. negotiating bends
94.
PLUG COUPLING WITH STRAIN RELIEF FOR A CONNECTING CABLE
Strain relief arrangement (4) for a connecting cable (2), having a threaded pin (12), clamping tongues (13) at the free end of the threaded pin (12), a union nut (3) for being screwed onto the threaded pin (12), a portion of enlarged diameter (10, 11) on the threaded pin (12) for bearing against a surface of a carrier element (5), and also a projection (15) to be inserted and fastened in an opening (6) of the carrier element (5), wherein the strain relief arrangement has a passage bore (25) for the connecting cable (2) to pass through, and in which the clamping tongues (13) can be moved radially inward and also can be pressed against the outer periphery of the connecting cable (2) by screwing the union nut (3) onto the threaded pin (12), in order to effect the strain relief of the connecting cable (2). It is provided here that the projection (15) is of non-round or polygonal design with radially relatively large and relatively small regions (16, 17), that the opening (6) of the carrier element (5) is designed to be geometrically complementary (7, 8) to the projection (15), that the at least one radially enlarged region (16) of the projection (15) is at least partially provided with at least one peripheral groove (20) which is adjacent to the portion of enlarged diameter (10, 11), that the axial width of the peripheral groove (20) corresponds to the thickness of the carrier element (5) in the region of the opening (6), and that the radial depth of the peripheral groove (20) corresponds to the radial dimension of the radially relatively small region (17) of the projection (15) in such a way that the projection (15) can be inserted into the opening (6) of the carrier element (5) and can be fastened in the opening (6) by rotation.
H02G 3/06 - Joints for connecting lengths of protective tubing to each other or to casings, e.g. to distribution boxEnsuring electrical continuity in the joint
H02G 15/007 - Devices for relieving mechanical stress
The invention relates to a self-adjusting pneumatic clutch actuator (11) for actuating a clutch of a motor vehicle, which has an annular-cylindrical housing (20), which is open on one axial side, and an annular piston (24) arranged in an axially movable manner therein, between which a pressure chamber (26) is formed, and wherein the annular piston (24) is connected to a release bearing (18), which axially contacts a clutch spring (12) to adjust same from a non-actuating position into an actuating position, wherein the clutch is closed or opened, and wherein a device for compensating for a change to the actuating path due to clutch wear is provided for opening or closing the clutch. The device has a spindle (32) for this purpose, which is freely rotatable in the non-actuated state of the clutch actuator (11) and is blocked when the clutch actuator is actuated. According to the invention, the blocking of the spindle (32) occurs by means of frictional connection means (46, 87, 89 and 99) or interlocking connection means (97 and 98), and the complete repeal of such a connection between the spindle (32) and annular piston (24) is ensured by means of at least one release bolt (91).
The invention relates to a method for operating a brake of a motor vehicle with at least one electronic brake signal generator, in particular at least one brake pedal, and a brake control device for actuating the brake on the basis of a brake signal of the brake signal generator, wherein the brake signal is transmitted to the brake control device. The method according to the invention is characterised in that the actuation of the brake signal generator and the brake pressure value are transmitted to the brake control device as a brake signal. Finally, the invention relates to a vehicle control device and a vehicle for carrying out the method according to the invention.
The invention relates to a method for controlling an autonomous vehicle with a vehicle control appliance (20) for controlling autonomous driving functions of the vehicle and a brake control appliance (18) for controlling brake functions of a particularly pneumatic brake system of the vehicle with at least one brake device, particularly a parking brake. The brake device can be activated for braking and deactivated for driving by the brake control appliance (18) and/or the vehicle control appliance (20), by controlling at least one switching element. The invention is characterised in that the switching element preferably comprises a solenoid valve and two electrical conductors (22, 23) for control, one of the two conductors (22, 23) being switched by the brake control appliance (18) and the other of the two conductors (23, 22) being switched by the vehicle control appliance (20). Furthermore, the invention relates to another control system for implementing the method according to the invention and to a vehicle comprising such a control system.
B60T 7/12 - Brake-action initiating means for automatic initiationBrake-action initiating means for initiation not subject to will of driver or passenger
B60T 8/88 - Arrangements for adjusting wheel-braking force to meet varying vehicular or ground-surface conditions, e.g. limiting or varying distribution of braking force responsive to a speed condition, e.g. acceleration or deceleration with failure responsive means, i.e. means for detecting and indicating faulty operation of the speed responsive control means
98.
BISTABLE SOLENOID VALVE DEVICE, AND METHOD FOR MONITORING IT
The invention relates to a solenoid valve device (10) for a fluid system, in particular a compressed air system, wherein the bistable solenoid valve device (10) comprises: a bistable solenoid valve (1) with a permanent magnet (4) and an armature (6) which can be adjusted between a first armature position (I) and a second armature position (II), a first switching coil (5a) for energization for an adjustment of the armature (6) into the first armature position (I), and a second switching coil (5b) for energization for an adjustment of the armature (6) into the second armature position (II), and an output stage (11) for the actuation or energization of the switching coils (5a, 5b). It is provided here that an evaluation device (14) is provided for the measurement of an induced coil voltage (Uia, Uib) and/or an induced coil current on at least one non-energized switching coil (5a, 5b) and for the evaluation of a switching behaviour of the armature (6).
H01F 7/18 - Circuit arrangements for obtaining desired operating characteristics, e.g. for slow operation, for sequential energisation of windings, for high-speed energisation of windings
The invention relates to a method for decelerating a trailer vehicle (4), wherein wheel brakes (9) on the trailer vehicle (4) are actuated pneumatically using trailer brake pressure (14) so that the tendency of a trailer vehicle without ABS brakes to skid or push against the vehicle in front in a vehicle combination (5) during a braking process can be counteracted using simple vehicle equipment. According to the invention a wheel module (18) on one or more wheels (7) of the trailer vehicle (4) measures acceleration values for the wheel (7) concerned, generates an information signal (21) on the basis of the measured acceleration values and transmits said information signal wirelessly. The measured acceleration values are analysed and monitored for a tendency to lock up and, on receipt of an information signal (21), an electronic brake control unit (34) adjusts the trailer brake pressure (14) on the basis of the information signal (21). The invention further relates to a wheel module (18) for performing the method and a vehicle combination (5) having a towing vehicle (2) and at least one trailer vehicle (4).
The invention relates to a multiple-circuit protection valve (2) of a compressed air system of a vehicle, which multiple-circuit protection valve (2) is arranged between the outlet connector (a2) of an air dryer (1) and the inlet connectors of a plurality of consumer circuits, and which multiple-circuit protection valve (2) has at least two parallel supply lines (20, 22) with in each case one overflow valve (21, 23) for in each case one service brake circuit (V21, V22) and at least two parallel supply lines (31, 33) with in each case one overflow valve (32.2, 34.2) for a trailer/parking brake circuit (V23/V23.1) and a further auxiliary consumer circuit (V24), wherein the inlet sections (31.1, 33.1) of the supply lines of the trailer/parking brake circuit (V23/V23.1) and of the auxiliary consumer circuit are connected to a distributor node (30) which is connected via in each case one check valve (28, 29) which closes in the return flow direction to the outlet sections (20.2, 22.2) of the supply lines of the service brake circuits, and wherein a supply line (35), provided with a check valve (36) which closes in the reverse flow direction, for a parking brake circuit (V23.1) branches off from the outlet section (31.2) of the supply line of the trailer/parking brake circuit. In order that the vehicle which has been parked on an incline is held at a standstill in the case of the presence of a pressure loss in the service brake circuits, it is provided that a check valve (47, 48) which closes in the reverse flow direction is arranged in each case in the outlet section (31.2) of the supply line of the trailer brake circuit between the branching point (46) of the supply line (35) of the parking brake circuit and to the inlet connector (a23) of the trailer brake circuit and in the outlet section (33.2) of the supply line of the further auxiliary consumer circuit.
