Techniques are described that facilitate remote control of vehicle functions by the employment of a private digital key that enables a user to remotely control one or more functions of the vehicle and store information; and a digital key component that adds a new protocol to the private digital key to regulate consent management for a vehicle and support multiple brands.
Various systems and methods are presented regarding discharging electrical energy from a battery pack, wherein the electrical energy can be discharged, via a battery discharge system, to a receiver system such as a microgrid, an electrical grid, a vehicle, or other suitable system configured to receive/store electrical energy. The battery pack can be discharged to facilitate testing of the battery pack. Discharge of the battery pack can be to a single receiver system or shared across two or more receiver systems. Discharging can be based on available receiver systems, time of day, payment/compensation for the electrical energy, and suchlike. Discharging can also be selected based on a user-preference (e.g., prior choice(s) for previous discharging operation). Discharging can be prioritized, e.g., the electrical grid is undergoing a grid emergency and the discharged electrical energy is directed to the electrical grid to assist the electrical grid in recovering from the grid emergency.
The disclosure relates to a battery cell comprising a housing having an inner wall, a first battery terminal and a second battery terminal, the battery cell further comprising an electrode assembly with a first electrode having a first current collector electrically connected to the first battery terminal and a second electrode having a second current collector electrically connected to the second battery terminal, the second current collector is configured with a variable height along an extension axis of the housing, the variable height varying based on a temperature of the electrode assembly, and the second current collector is able to slide along the extension axis the relative to the housing.
H01M 50/533 - Connexions d’électrodes dans un boîtier de batterie caractérisées par la forme des conducteurs ou des languettes
H01M 50/107 - Boîtiers primairesFourreaux ou enveloppes caractérisés par leur forme ou leur structure physique ayant une section transversale courbe, p. ex. ronde ou elliptique
H01M 50/536 - Connexions d’électrodes dans un boîtier de batterie caractérisées par le procédé de fixation des conducteurs aux électrodes, p. ex. soudage
H01M 50/559 - Bornes adaptées aux cellules ayant une section transversale courbée, p. ex. ronde ou elliptique
A clip comprises a plastic portion comprising a body with a head; and a connection portion connected to the second side of the head. The connection portion comprises a through-hole and is formed of an elastic material. The plastic portion and the connection portion are different materials.
F16L 3/137 - Supports pour tuyaux, pour câbles ou pour conduits de protection, p. ex. potences, pattes de fixation, attaches, brides, colliers entourant pratiquement le tuyau, le câble ou le conduit de protection comportant un élément entourant pratiquement le tuyau, le câble ou le conduit de protection l'élément consistant en une bande flexible
F16L 55/035 - Absorbeurs de bruit sous forme de potences ou de supports spécialement adaptés
A control unit for controlling an electric power supply device, the electric power supply device being configured for power supply between an energy storage and a power grid which supplies electric power to a connection point, the power grid comprising a plurality of power conductors, the control unit being configured to receive first data indicative of exchanged electric power at the connection point, determine, using the first data, that a difference of exchanged power between a pair of power conductors among the plurality of power conductors is above a power threshold, and provide to the electric power supply a control signal indicative of a power setpoint for the energy storage.
H02J 3/28 - Dispositions pour l'équilibrage de charge dans un réseau par emmagasinage d'énergie
B60L 15/00 - Procédés, circuits ou dispositifs pour commander la propulsion des véhicules à traction électrique, p. ex. commande de la vitesse des moteurs de traction en vue de réaliser des performances désiréesAdaptation sur les véhicules à traction électrique de l'installation de commande à distance à partir d'un endroit fixe, de différents endroits du véhicule ou de différents véhicules d'un même train
H02J 3/14 - Circuits pour réseaux principaux ou de distribution, à courant alternatif pour règler la tension dans des réseaux à courant alternatif par changement d'une caractéristique de la charge du réseau par interruption, ou mise en circuit, des charges du réseau, p. ex. charge équilibrée progressivement
The present disclosure relates to a rotation activation mechanism comprising: a release actuator; a first axle comprising a locking element fixedly attached to the first axle, the locking element configured to move between a locked position and an unlocked position; and a second axle comprising a rotation support plate fixedly coupled to the second axle, the second axle being parallel to the first axle, the rotation support plate configured to move between a folded position and an unfolded position when the the locking element is in the unlocked position; wherein when the locking element is in the locked position, the rotation support plate is fixed in the folded position or the unfolded position, and wherein a first input to the release actuator rotates the first axle which rotates the locking element from the locked position to the unlocked position; wherein a second input to the second axle rotates the rotation support plate between the folded position and the unfolded position when the locking element is in the unlocked position. The present disclosure further relates to a vehicle seat assembly including a foldable element.
B60N 2/36 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules à des fins particulières ou pour des véhicules particuliers convertibles pour d'autres usages en plate-forme de chargement
B60N 2/30 - Sièges indémontables susceptibles d'être gardés dans une position de non-utilisation, p. ex. strapontins
B60N 2/832 - Appuis-tête mobiles ou réglables coulissant verticalement mobiles vers une position de non-utilisation ou de rangement
B60N 2/90 - Détails ou éléments non prévus ailleurs
B60N 3/00 - Aménagements ou adaptations d'autres accessoires pour passagers, non prévus ailleurs
B60N 3/10 - Aménagements ou adaptations d'autres accessoires pour passagers, non prévus ailleurs de réceptacles pour nourriture ou boissons, p. ex. réfrigérés
A control unit for controlling an electric power supply device being configured for power supply between an energy storage and a power grid supplying electric power to a connection point, the control unit configured to receive first data indicative of if the energy storage is connected to the electric power supply device, detect that the energy storage is connected to the electric power supply device, after detecting that the energy storage is connected, obtain second data indicative of a frequency and a voltage of an exchanged electric power at the connection point for an observation period, determine, if both the frequency has been maintained within frequency limitations, and the voltage has been maintained within voltage limitations during the observation period, and, provide a startup control signal to the electric power supply device indicating that the energy storage is allowed to exchange electric power with the power grid.
Various systems and methods are presented regarding implementing a detachable cover over an airbag located in a seat, wherein the airbag is deployed during impact testing to determine operation of the airbag when deployed/installed in a vehicle. The detachable cover can be attached/detached from the seat by a zipper(s), button(s), and any other suitable attachment means. The detachable cover further includes a connection means configured to connect respective portions/segments of the detachable cover, and further, the connection means is configured to fail/rupture during deployment of the airbag.
B60R 21/2165 - Dispositions pour ranger les éléments gonflables non utilisés ou à l'état dégonfléAgencement ou montage des composants ou modules des coussins gonflables caractérisés par le couvercle de l'élément gonflable caractérisés par une ligne de rupture pour définir une ouverture de déploiement
B60R 21/207 - Dispositions pour ranger les éléments gonflables non utilisés ou à l'état dégonfléAgencement ou montage des composants ou modules des coussins gonflables dans les sièges du véhicule
An electric motor can comprise a stator unit comprising a plurality of concentrated or distributed winding elements coupled together as a chain. The electric motor can further comprise a rotor unit comprising one or more shuttles coupled to the plurality of concentrated or distributed winding elements in an arrangement that can impart to the electric motor, a shape that can circumvent a cabin of an electric vehicle comprising the electric motor.
Operation of an electric vehicle (EV) is monitored and controlled to enable operation in a vehicle to grid (V2G) configuration. During bidirectional power transfer, energy stored in batteries onboard the electric vehicle can be transferred to the grid. During a period of high energy input into the grid, e.g., energy sourced from wind turbines/solar, the energy can be stored in the onboard batteries. During low energy input, the energy stored in the batteries can be transferred to the grid. V2G operation is conducted in accordance with a grid code(s) implemented at the grid. As the EV operates from one location to another, a grid code pertaining to a current location of a V2G operation by the EV can be identified and implemented on the EV. In the event of the grid goes into an emergency condition, the EV can assist in returning the grid to a normal operating condition.
An electric motor can comprise a stator unit comprising a plurality of winding elements, wherein each pair of consecutive winding elements of the plurality of winding elements can be coupled by a dynamic mechanical linkage system comprising a first set of ball joints, a second set of ball joints and a scissor mechanism coupling the first set of ball joints and the second set of ball joints. The electric motor can further comprise a rotor unit comprising at least one shuttle that can be magnetically coupled to the plurality of winding elements and mechanically coupled to a rail structure of the stator unit, wherein the at least one shuttle can follow a circumferential length of the stator unit, such that a circumferential length of the electric motor can be altered according to a circumferential length of the stator unit.
Operation of an electric vehicle (EV) is monitored and controlled to enable operation in a vehicle to grid (V2G) configuration. During bidirectional power transfer, energy stored in batteries onboard the electric vehicle can be transferred to the grid. During a period of high energy input into the grid, e.g., energy sourced from wind turbines/solar, the energy can be stored in the onboard batteries. During low energy input, the energy stored in the batteries can be transferred to the grid. V2G operation is conducted in accordance with a grid code(s) implemented at the grid. Grid codes can be forwarded from respective grid operators to a central system (remotely located from the EV), and subsequently forwarded for implementation to the EV. Based on EV location, the central system can control which grid code is forwarded to the EV and also whether the EV can perform V2G operation(s).
Systems/techniques that facilitate determination of phase order of a connection point via a control routine are provided. In various embodiments, a system can generate a control routine to determine a phase order of an electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) to which the EV is connected and a phase order of a connection point via asynchronous operation of phases. In various aspects, the system can draw, by the EV and via the control routine, a smaller current in one phase than other phases for a measurable time. In various cases, the system can adjust, locally in the EV or via a connected cloud, an external device, or the EVSE, a maximum current to draw or deliver by the EV per phase based on the phase order determined.
Various systems and methods are presented regarding a threat analysis and risk assessment (TARA) system for implementation during design of a device, such as a software-defined vehicle. The system can be implemented across a manufacturing organization and combines knowledge from a range of entities, e.g., software programmers, hardware designers, network designers, and suchlike. Items and assets can be utilized to define respective features of components, e.g., defining software functionality, electronic control unit (ECU) configuration, a communication network connecting one or more ECUs and various signal inputs/outputs, etc. By representing components/features as items and assets, knowledge regarding potential/actual threats (e.g., cybersecurity attack(s)) can be respectively applied, damage scenarios and mitigation identified, threat risks assessed and reduced, with the whole system iteratively updated in response to newly derived configurations and knowledge regarding component of interest. Respective entities can apply their knowledge to supplement knowledge across the system, enabling interaction from multiple sources.
G06F 21/57 - Certification ou préservation de plates-formes informatiques fiables, p. ex. démarrages ou arrêts sécurisés, suivis de version, contrôles de logiciel système, mises à jour sécurisées ou évaluation de vulnérabilité
G06F 21/56 - Détection ou gestion de programmes malveillants, p. ex. dispositions anti-virus
Various systems and methods are presented regarding a threat analysis and risk assessment (TARA) system for implementation during design of a device, such as a software-defined vehicle. The system can be implemented across a manufacturing organization and combines knowledge from a range of entities, e.g., software programmers, hardware designers, network designers, and suchlike. Items and assets can be utilized to define respective features of components, e.g., defining software functionality, electronic control unit (ECU) configuration, a communication network connecting one or more ECUs and various signal inputs/outputs, etc. By representing components/features as items and assets, knowledge regarding potential/actual threats (e.g., cybersecurity attack(s)) can be respectively applied, damage scenarios and mitigation identified, threat risks assessed and reduced, with the whole system iteratively updated in response to newly derived configurations and knowledge regarding component of interest. Respective entities can apply their knowledge to supplement knowledge across the system, enabling interaction from multiple sources.
G06F 21/54 - Contrôle des utilisateurs, des programmes ou des dispositifs de préservation de l’intégrité des plates-formes, p. ex. des processeurs, des micrologiciels ou des systèmes d’exploitation au stade de l’exécution du programme, p. ex. intégrité de la pile, débordement de tampon ou prévention d'effacement involontaire de données par ajout de routines ou d’objets de sécurité aux programmes
G06F 21/57 - Certification ou préservation de plates-formes informatiques fiables, p. ex. démarrages ou arrêts sécurisés, suivis de version, contrôles de logiciel système, mises à jour sécurisées ou évaluation de vulnérabilité
Various systems and methods are presented regarding a threat analysis and risk assessment (TARA) system for implementation during design of a device, such as a software-defined vehicle. The system can be implemented across a manufacturing organization and combines knowledge from a range of entities, e.g., software programmers, hardware designers, network designers, and suchlike. Items and assets can be utilized to define respective features of components, e.g., defining software functionality, electronic control unit (ECU) configuration, a communication network connecting one or more ECUs and various signal inputs/outputs, etc. By representing components/features as items and assets, knowledge regarding potential/actual threats (e.g., cybersecurity attack(s)) can be respectively applied, damage scenarios and mitigation identified, threat risks assessed and reduced, with the whole system iteratively updated in response to newly derived configurations and knowledge regarding component of interest. Respective entities can apply their knowledge to supplement knowledge across the system, enabling interaction from multiple sources.
A computer-implemented method for Li-plating detection of a cell of a power battery. The method includes: obtaining a plurality of AC impedance values for the cell measured at a plurality of States of Charge (SOCs), in which the plurality of AC impedance values are measured in a non-driving state of a vehicle; fitting the AC impedance values as a function of SOC based on the plurality of AC impedance values; and calculating a goodness of fit for the function, and calculating a Li-plating score for the cell based on the goodness of fit, in which the Li-plating score is used to indicate a degree to which Li-plating occurs in the cell.
G01R 31/389 - Mesure de l’impédance interne, de la conductance interne ou des variables similaires
B60L 53/62 - Surveillance et commande des stations de charge en réponse à des paramètres de charge, p. ex. courant, tension ou charge électrique
B60L 53/66 - Transfert de données entre les stations de charge et le véhicule
B60L 58/12 - Procédés ou agencements de circuits pour surveiller ou commander des batteries ou des piles à combustible, spécialement adaptés pour des véhicules électriques pour la surveillance et la commande des batteries en fonction de l'état de charge [SoC]
G01R 31/396 - Acquisition ou traitement de données pour le test ou la surveillance d’éléments particuliers ou de groupes particuliers d’éléments dans une batterie
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
A bottom structure for an electric vehicle including at least a first and second beam-shaped battery modules extending in a length direction. Each module is formed by a number interconnected cells and has two longitudinal sides, two transverse sides and a top side covered by a cover plate. The modules are mutually interconnected along their longitudinal sides via an adhesive.
A system can comprise a first set of energy storage systems, the first set of energy storage systems comprising a first cell chemistry. The system can further comprise at least a second set of energy storage systems, the at least a second set of energy storage systems comprising a second cell chemistry that can be different from the first cell chemistry. The system can further comprise a power electronic converter that can connect the first set of energy storage systems and the at least a second set of energy storage systems and that can act as a traction inverter to convert a direct current (DC) supply from the first set of energy storage systems and the at least a second set of energy storage systems to an alternating current (AC) supply to drive a motor of the electric drive unit.
B60L 58/18 - Procédés ou agencements de circuits pour surveiller ou commander des batteries ou des piles à combustible, spécialement adaptés pour des véhicules électriques pour la surveillance et la commande des batteries de plusieurs modules de batterie
B60L 50/51 - Propulsion électrique par source d'énergie intérieure au véhicule utilisant de la puissance de propulsion fournie par des batteries ou des piles à combustible caractérisée par des moteurs à courant alternatif
Various systems and methods are presented regarding a threat analysis and risk assessment (TARA) system for implementation during design of a device, such as a software-defined vehicle. The system can be implemented across a manufacturing organization and combines knowledge from a range of entities, e.g., software programmers, hardware designers, network designers, and suchlike. Items and assets can be utilized to define respective features of components, e.g., defining software functionality, electronic control unit (ECU) configuration, a communication network connecting one or more ECUs and various signal inputs/outputs, etc. By representing components/features as items and assets, knowledge regarding potential/actual threats (e.g., cybersecurity attack(s)) can be respectively applied, damage scenarios and mitigation identified, threat risks assessed and reduced, with the whole system iteratively updated in response to newly derived configurations and knowledge regarding component of interest. Respective entities can apply their knowledge to supplement knowledge across the system, enabling interaction from multiple sources.
G06F 21/57 - Certification ou préservation de plates-formes informatiques fiables, p. ex. démarrages ou arrêts sécurisés, suivis de version, contrôles de logiciel système, mises à jour sécurisées ou évaluation de vulnérabilité
Various systems and methods are presented regarding a threat analysis and risk assessment (TARA) system for implementation during design of a device, such as a software-defined vehicle. The system can be implemented across a manufacturing organization and combines knowledge from a range of entities, e.g., software programmers, hardware designers, network designers, and suchlike. Items and assets can be utilized to define respective features of components, e.g., defining software functionality, electronic control unit (ECU) configuration, a communication network connecting one or more ECUs and various signal inputs/outputs, etc. By representing components/features as items and assets, knowledge regarding potential/actual threats (e.g., cybersecurity attack(s)) can be respectively applied, damage scenarios and mitigation identified, threat risks assessed and reduced, with the whole system iteratively updated in response to newly derived configurations and knowledge regarding component of interest. Respective entities can apply their knowledge to supplement knowledge across the system, enabling interaction from multiple sources.
G06F 21/57 - Certification ou préservation de plates-formes informatiques fiables, p. ex. démarrages ou arrêts sécurisés, suivis de version, contrôles de logiciel système, mises à jour sécurisées ou évaluation de vulnérabilité
METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A STEERING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE, DATA PROCESSING APPARATUS FOR CARRYING OUT SAID METHOD, VEHICLE, COMPUTER PROGRAM, COMPUTER-READABLE MEDIUM, AND USE
The disclosure relates to a method for controlling a steering system for a vehicle. The method comprises obtaining first data indicative of a load. The method further comprises obtaining second data indicative of at least one parameter influencing the load or influencing a load capacity of the steering system. The method further comprises obtaining third data indicative of a load threshold. The load threshold is based on the second data. The method further comprises comparing the first data and the third data, and causing a load mitigation measure if the first data and the third data indicate that the load equals or exceeds the load threshold. Furthermore, a data processing apparatus, a vehicle, a computer program, a computer-readable storage medium and a use of a load mitigation measure and/or data are presented.
B62D 5/04 - Direction assistée ou à relais de puissance électrique, p. ex. au moyen d'un servomoteur relié au boîtier de direction ou faisant partie de celui-ci
B60W 10/20 - Commande conjuguée de sous-ensembles de véhicule, de fonction ou de type différents comprenant la commande des systèmes de direction
B62D 6/00 - Dispositions pour la commande automatique de la direction en fonction des conditions de conduite, qui sont détectées et pour lesquelles une réaction est appliquée, p. ex. circuits de commande
B62D 15/02 - Indicateurs de direction ou aides de direction
40.
DETECTION AND AVOIDANCE OF CAR DOORING OF CYCLISTS
Various systems and methods are presented regarding utilizing technology onboard a vehicle to minimize road traffic accidents between cyclists and vehicles. A vehicle can be operating in any of an autonomous, partially autonomous, or non-autonomous manner. By utilizing onboard technology/artificial intelligence, the vehicle can detect a cyclist navigating a street proximate to the vehicle, and further determine, if a door of the vehicle was opened, whether a car dooring incident would result involving the cyclist. In response to a determination that a car dooring incident is likely, an onboard system can prevent an occupant from opening a door likely to cause the dooring incident. Accordingly, the vehicle can preemptively adjust available operations to prevent a car dooring incident.
G06V 20/58 - Reconnaissance d’objets en mouvement ou d’obstacles, p. ex. véhicules ou piétonsReconnaissance des objets de la circulation, p. ex. signalisation routière, feux de signalisation ou routes
G06V 40/16 - Visages humains, p. ex. parties du visage, croquis ou expressions
G06V 40/20 - Mouvements ou comportement, p. ex. reconnaissance des gestes
An automated lane keeping system for a vehicle, including first, second, and third environmental sensors; a processing unit including first and second processors each of which is electrically connected to the first to third environmental sensors; and a control unit configured to: determine an availability condition for an asymmetric mode of an automated lane keeping function is met; if it is determined that the availability condition for the asymmetric mode is met, control the sensor unit and the processing unit to switch the automated lane keeping function to the asymmetric mode from a default mode. In the default mode, the second processor receives and processes the first sensor data, while the first processor receives and processes the second and third sensor data; in the asymmetric mode, the first and second processors respectively receive and process the second and third sensor data.
Architectures or techniques are provided for partitioning the battery cell array of an electric vehicle into distinct battery groups or partitions that independently power in-wheel electric machines or motors in a dedicated manner. Instead of the entire battery cell array being used to power all in-wheel electric machines with independent control being managed by in-wheel inverters, the various battery partitions can be respectively dedicated to powering a different in-wheel electric machine or machines. Thus, in-wheel inverters and associated components can be removed or reduced, as independent control can be effectuated by independent partitions instead of independent inverter systems.
H01M 10/42 - Procédés ou dispositions pour assurer le fonctionnement ou l'entretien des éléments secondaires ou des demi-éléments secondaires
H02K 11/00 - Association structurelle de machines dynamo-électriques à des organes électriques ou à des dispositifs de blindage, de surveillance ou de protection
48.
ASSEMBLY COMPRISING STUD MEMBER WITH ANTI-SLIPPING FEATURE
An assembly for supporting pulling forces of a suspension member of a vehicle comprises a stud member comprising a shaft portion having one or more ribs extending in a radial direction on an outer wall of the shaft portion, a clamping member comprising a main body with a bore defined by an inside wall and arranged to receive the shaft portion, and a fastening member arranged to fasten the clamping member around the shaft portion when the shaft portion is inside the bore, wherein the main body of the clamping member is made of a first material, and the shaft portion of the stud member is made of a second material, and wherein the first material is softer than the second material.
A computer-implemented method for reducing a risk of a collision of a road user with a rear-end of a vehicle. The method includes obtaining first data indicative of a position of the road user in a zone behind the rear-end of the vehicle, obtaining second data indicative of the road user being a vulnerable road user, and providing a control instruction for controlling the vehicle for reducing the risk of the rear-end collision based on the first data and the second data.
A piston for an air spring of a motor vehicle, an air spring and a motor vehicle. The piston includes a central rod; and a housing, including a top bracket, a bottom bracket and an external frame, where the top bracket is fixedly installed at a first end of the central rod, the bottom bracket is fixedly installed at a second end of the central rod opposite to the first end, and the external frame is connected between the top bracket and the bottom bracket around the central rod, the external frame is elastically deformable, so that an outline shape of the external frame is changeable to change a stiffness curve of the air spring.
F16F 9/04 - Ressorts, amortisseurs de vibrations, amortisseurs de chocs ou amortisseurs de mouvement de structure similaire, utilisant un fluide ou moyen équivalent comme agent d'amortissement utilisant un gaz uniquement dans une chambre à paroi flexible
51.
METHOD, APPARATUS, STORAGE MEDIUM AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR NOISE PREDICTION OF VEHICLE MODEL
A method, an apparatus, a storage medium and a computer program product for noise prediction of a vehicle model. There is provided a method for noise prediction of a vehicle model, which includes: training a noise prediction model based on historical test data of the vehicle and corresponding historical road noise data; obtaining predictive road noise data by inputting test data of the vehicle model into a trained noise prediction model; and obtaining contributions of various parameters in the test data to the predictive road noise data by analyzing the predictive road noise data with a SHAP explaining module.
An integrated power conversion system for an electric vehicle including: an electric motor utilizing open stator windings; a direct-current-to-alternating-current (DCAC) inverter/power converter electrically coupled to an end of the open stator windings; and a battery group electrically coupled to the inverter/power converter; where the integrated power conversion system is adapted to be selectively operated in all of a traction mode, a lower voltage direct-current (DC) charging mode, a higher voltage DC charging mode, and an alternating current (AC) charging mode. The integrated power conversion system may also include: another DCAC inverter/power converter electrically coupled to another end of the open stator windings opposite the inverter/power converter; and another battery group electrically coupled to the other inverter/power converter, where the other battery group is isolated from the battery group. The DCAC inverters/power converters may be 2-level or multilevel.
B60L 53/22 - Détails de structure ou aménagements des convertisseurs de charge spécialement adaptés pour recharger des véhicules électriques
B60L 53/24 - Procédés de chargement de batteries spécialement adaptées aux véhicules électriquesStations de charge ou équipements de charge embarqués pour ces batteriesÉchange d'éléments d’emmagasinage d'énergie dans les véhicules électriques caractérisés par des convertisseurs situés dans le véhicule utilisant le convertisseur de propulsion du véhicule pour la charge
H02M 1/44 - Circuits ou dispositions pour corriger les interférences électromagnétiques dans les convertisseurs ou les onduleurs
H02M 3/158 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu sans transformation intermédiaire en courant alternatif par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec commande automatique de la tension ou du courant de sortie, p. ex. régulateurs à commutation comprenant plusieurs dispositifs à semi-conducteurs comme dispositifs de commande finale pour une charge unique
H02M 7/5387 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant alternatif sans possibilité de réversibilité par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs, p. ex. onduleurs à impulsions à un seul commutateur dans une configuration en pont
53.
ENVIRONMENT-AWARE PATH PLANNING FOR A SELF-DRIVING VEHICLE USING DYNAMIC STEP-SIZE SEARCH
A system and method of planning a path for an autonomous vehicle from the vehicle's initial configuration to the goal configuration which is collision-free, kinematically-feasible, and near-minimal in length. The vehicle is equipped with a plurality of perception sensors such as lidar, camera, etc., and is configured to operate in an autonomous mode. An onboard computing device is configured to process the sensor data and provide a dynamic occupancy grid map of the surrounding environment in real-time. Based on the occupancy grid map, the path planner can quickly calculate a collision-free and dynamically feasible path towards the goal configuration for the vehicle to follow.
Various systems and methods are presented regarding controlling access to a vehicle. Access of the vehicle, by a second device, can be controlled by a first device utilizing authentication keys, access duration, and/or generation of access confirmations and access revocations. Respective timing of operations can be based on one or more timings generated by a real-time clock located on the vehicle. Further, in the event of an access confirmation not being received from the first device at a defined time, access of the second vehicle can be revoked. Communications between the respective devices can utilize short-range wireless communications. Access to the vehicle can be via controlling a digital/electronic interface, which can be further connected to a smart key configured to control operation of a vehicle door, engine/motor, and suchlike. The first device and the second device can be portable/mobile devices (e.g., one or more cellphones).
B60R 25/24 - Moyens pour enclencher ou arrêter le système antivol par des éléments d’identification électroniques comportant un code non mémorisé par l’utilisateur
B60R 25/01 - Équipements ou systèmes pour empêcher ou signaler l’usage non autorisé ou le vol de véhicules agissant sur des systèmes ou des équipements de véhicules, p. ex. sur les portes, les sièges ou les pare-brises
G07C 9/00 - Enregistrement de l’entrée ou de la sortie d'une entité isolée
A component for a vehicle chassis including a first connection portion for pivotably supporting the component on a vehicle structure or on another chassis component, and a second connection portion for pivotably supporting the component on a vehicle structure or on another chassis component, wherein the first connection portion and the second connection portion are arranged at opposite ends of the component. The component further includes a body portion structurally interconnecting the first connection portion and the second connection portion. A wheel bearing interface for connecting a wheel bearing part is provided on the body portion. The component is conjointly formed by a first rigid part and a second rigid part, the first rigid part including a first material and being produced by a first manufacturing process and the second rigid part including a second material and being produced by a second manufacturing process.
Various technologies and embodiments are presented to minimize/mitigate electromagnetic field (EMF) effects and electromagnetic interference (EMI) effects generated in a battery module/battery pack when the battery module/battery pack is utilized with alternating current (AC) operation. Respective electrical flowpaths are created throughout a battery module such that EMF/EMI generated in a first portion of a flowpath negates EMF/EMI generated in an adjacent second portion of a flowpath. The battery module operates as a smartcell, wherein battery module comprises a pair of clusterboards located between a first cluster of battery cells and a second cluster of battery cells, wherein the central positioning of the pair of clusterboards functions to isolate the first cluster of battery cells from the second cluster of battery cells.
H01M 10/42 - Procédés ou dispositions pour assurer le fonctionnement ou l'entretien des éléments secondaires ou des demi-éléments secondaires
H01M 50/507 - Interconnecteurs pour connecter les bornes des batteries adjacentesInterconnecteurs pour connecter les cellules en dehors d'un boîtier de batterie comprenant un arrangement de plusieurs barres omnibus réunies dans une structure de conteneur, p. ex. modules de barres omnibus
A front pillar assembly for a vehicle includes a front pillar base having a first end connectable to a roof section of a vehicle body and a second end connectable to a front section of the vehicle body. Further, the front pillar assembly includes a protection element configured to alleviate a road user impact on the front pillar assembly. The protection element is rotatably supported on the front pillar base at a hinge point such that the protection element may assume a first angular position in which the protection element substantially extends along an outer contour of the front pillar base and a second angular position in which the protection element extends away from the front pillar base. The hinge point is arranged closer to the second end than to the first end. Additionally, a protection system and a method for operating a protection element are described.
BATTERY CELL FOR A TRACTION BATTERY, BATTERY CELL STACK FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE, ELECTRIC VEHICLE, AND METHODS FOR MANUFACTURING A BATTERY CELL AND A BATTERY CELL STACK
The disclosure relates to battery cells and stacks for a traction battery of an electric vehicle. A corresponding battery cell for a traction battery of an electric vehicle can comprise a battery cell body having at least a first side and a second side, wherein the second side is arranged adjacent to the first side, a degassing valve arranged on the first side of the battery cell body, and a cover element covering at least a portion of the degassing valve and extending onto the second side.
B60L 50/60 - Propulsion électrique par source d'énergie intérieure au véhicule utilisant de la puissance de propulsion fournie par des batteries ou des piles à combustible utilisant de l'énergie fournie par des batteries
B60L 50/64 - Détails de construction des batteries spécialement adaptées aux véhicules électriques
H01M 50/249 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports spécialement adaptés aux aéronefs ou aux véhicules, p. ex. aux automobiles ou aux trains
A battery pack can comprise a battery monitoring system that can monitor a battery metric of a battery cell of a battery system cluster board, in response to a determination that the battery metric satisfies a first bypass condition, enables a bypass mode applicable to the battery system cluster board, and in response to a determination that the battery metric no longer satisfies the first bypass condition, exits the bypass mode. A primary controller can in response to a determination that a second bypass condition applicable to the battery system cluster board has been satisfied, sends an instruction to the battery monitoring system to enter the bypass mode, and in response to a determination that the second bypass condition is no longer satisfied, sends an override instruction to the battery monitoring system to exit the bypass mode.
H01M 10/42 - Procédés ou dispositions pour assurer le fonctionnement ou l'entretien des éléments secondaires ou des demi-éléments secondaires
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
65.
CHARGING ASSEMBLY FOR A TRACTION BATTERY OF A VEHICLE, METHOD FOR OPERATING A CHARGING ASSEMBLY, AND VEHICLE
The disclosure relates to charging assembly for a traction battery of a vehicle. The charging assembly can comprise a first electric interface configured to receive an AC charging current or a DC charging current from a charging infrastructure, a second electric interface configured to be electrically connected to the traction battery, a third electric interface configured to be electrically connected to an on-board charger of the vehicle, a determining unit coupled to the first electric interface and configured to determine whether the AC charging current or the DC charging current is provided at the first electric interface, and a switching unit electrically coupled to the first electric interface and to the third electric interface and communicatively coupled to the determining unit.
B60L 53/20 - Procédés de chargement de batteries spécialement adaptées aux véhicules électriquesStations de charge ou équipements de charge embarqués pour ces batteriesÉchange d'éléments d’emmagasinage d'énergie dans les véhicules électriques caractérisés par des convertisseurs situés dans le véhicule
B60L 53/10 - Procédés de chargement de batteries spécialement adaptées aux véhicules électriquesStations de charge ou équipements de charge embarqués pour ces batteriesÉchange d'éléments d’emmagasinage d'énergie dans les véhicules électriques caractérisés par le transfert d’énergie entre la station de charge et le véhicule
B60L 53/16 - Connecteurs, p. ex. fiches ou prises, spécialement adaptés pour recharger des véhicules électriques
B60L 53/30 - Détails de construction des stations de charge
B60L 53/35 - Moyens pour l’ajustement automatique ou assisté de la position relative des dispositifs de charge et des véhicules
66.
OBSERVATION TIME CONFIGURATION FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE
The described technology is generally directed towards implementation of an electric vehicle (EV) as an energy generator for a vehicle to grid (V2G) power discharge operation. Energy available at a battery onboard the EV can be discharged to an electrical grid, e.g., via an electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE)/wallbox. Prior to power discharge occurring, an ObservationTime can be defined, and while the duration of the ObservationTime has not been met, power discharge between the EV and the grid can be prevented. Further, power discharge can be prevented based on one or more operational conditions not being met at the EV and/or the grid. In the event of the ObservationTime, and the one or more operational conditions being met at the EV and/or the grid, power discharge can be enabled. A GridObservationCompleted parameter, having a binary configuration, can be toggled TRUE/FALSE to control the power discharge operation.
B60L 55/00 - Dispositions relatives à la fourniture d'énergie emmagasinée dans un véhicule à un réseau électrique, c.-à-d. du véhicule au réseau [V2G]
B60L 53/62 - Surveillance et commande des stations de charge en réponse à des paramètres de charge, p. ex. courant, tension ou charge électrique
B60L 53/66 - Transfert de données entre les stations de charge et le véhicule
B60R 16/033 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour l'alimentation des sous-systèmes du véhicule en énergie électrique caractérisé par l'utilisation de cellules électriques ou de batteries
G06Q 10/0631 - Planification, affectation, distribution ou ordonnancement de ressources d’entreprises ou d’organisations
Vehicle propulsion using a two-phase electric machine (e.g., using a computerized tool) is enabled. For example, a two-phase electric drivetrain can comprise a plurality of cell-level control units. Each cell-level control unit of the plurality of cell-level control units can respectively comprise one or more battery cells, an h-bridge operable as a cell-level inverter, and a DC/DC converter, in parallel with the h-bridge, that converts battery cell voltage to an output voltage. The plurality of cell-level control units can be arranged into a pair of control unit strings comprising a first control unit string and a second control unit string.
B60L 58/18 - Procédés ou agencements de circuits pour surveiller ou commander des batteries ou des piles à combustible, spécialement adaptés pour des véhicules électriques pour la surveillance et la commande des batteries de plusieurs modules de batterie
In an aspect, the disclosure relates to an electric motor a rotor; a stator; a power module section having one or more power modules of an inverter; a first channel arranged in between the stator and a first side of the power module section for conveying a coolant in between the stator and the first side of the power module section; and a second channel arranged at a second side of the power module section for conveying a coolant alongside the second side of the power module section; wherein the first side is located opposite of the second side.
H02K 9/19 - Dispositions de refroidissement ou de ventilation pour machines avec enveloppe fermée et circuit fermé de refroidissement utilisant un agent de refroidissement liquide, p. ex. de l'huile
H02K 11/33 - Circuits d’entraînement, p. ex. circuits électroniques de puissance
69.
DRIVE MODULE AND AXLE ASSEMBLY FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE, AND ELECTRIC VEHICLE
The disclosure relates to a drive module (20) for an electric vehicle. The drive module (20) comprises an electric machine (22) having a rotor (28) and a stator (30), wherein the rotor (28) is at least partially ring-shaped and defines a reception space (32) provided radially and axially inside the rotor (28). The drive module (20) also comprises a differential gear unit (34). Moreover, the drive module (20) comprises a first single-stage cylindrical gear unit (36) having a first output interface (40) configured to be drivingly coupled to a wheel (18a) and a second single-stage cylindrical gear unit (38) having a second output interface (44) configured to be drivingly coupled to a wheel (18b). The differential gear unit (34) is at least partially arranged in the reception space (32) and the differential gear unit (34) is drivingly coupled to the rotor (28). The first cylindrical gear unit (36) and the second cylindrical gear unit (38) are drivingly coupled to the differential gear unit (34). Furthermore, an axle assembly (16) for an electric vehicle, and an electric vehicle are shown.
In an aspect, the disclosure relates to a clutch assembly for selectively coupling one of a first output shaft and a second output shaft with an input shaft, wherein the clutch assembly comprises: an input flange configured for coupling to the input shaft; a first coupling means rotatable around a first axis; a second coupling means rotatable around a second axis; a first output flange configured for coupling to the first output shaft; and a second output flange configured for coupling to the second output shaft; and a biasing means. Moreover, a transmission unit is presented. The transmission unit comprises the clutch assembly, the input shaft which is drivingly connected to the input flange, the first output shaft drivingly connected to the first output flange and the second output shaft drivingly connected to the second output flange, Furthermore, a vehicle comprising the clutch assembly or the transmission unit is presented.
F16D 21/06 - Systèmes comportant plusieurs embrayages actionnés mécaniquement pour relier de différentes manières trois arbres ou plus, ou d'autres organes de transmission au moins deux arbres d'actionnement ou deux arbres entraînés étant concentriques
According to an embodiment, it is a system comprising a sensor module and a processor, wherein the processor is operable to: sense and acquire at least a portion of an interior of a vehicle via the sensor module, determine using the information of the interior of the vehicle via a machine learning module a first characteristic of a child safety seat positioned in the interior of the vehicle, retrieve using the first characteristic of the child safety seat positioned in the interior of the vehicle a specification information of the child safety seat, determine using the information of the interior of the vehicle via the machine learning module a second characteristic of a child positioned in the child safety seat, compare the second characteristic of the child with the specification information of the child safety seat, and recommend a suitability of the child safety seat.
G01S 13/86 - Combinaisons de systèmes radar avec des systèmes autres que radar, p. ex. sonar, chercheur de direction
A61B 5/00 - Mesure servant à établir un diagnostic Identification des individus
A61B 5/05 - Détection, mesure ou enregistrement pour établir un diagnostic au moyen de courants électriques ou de champs magnétiquesMesure utilisant des micro-ondes ou des ondes radio
A61B 5/107 - Mesure de dimensions corporelles, p. ex. la taille du corps entier ou de parties de celui-ci
G01S 13/89 - Radar ou systèmes analogues, spécialement adaptés pour des applications spécifiques pour la cartographie ou la représentation
G06V 20/40 - ScènesÉléments spécifiques à la scène dans le contenu vidéo
G06V 20/59 - Contexte ou environnement de l’image à l’intérieur d’un véhicule, p. ex. concernant l’occupation des sièges, l’état du conducteur ou les conditions de l’éclairage intérieur
G06V 40/20 - Mouvements ou comportement, p. ex. reconnaissance des gestes
72.
METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM OF AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE
In an aspect the disclosure relates to a method for controlling a thermal management system of an electric vehicle wherein the thermal management system comprises: a cabin air conditioning system configured to control a temperature in a passenger cabin of the electric vehicle; and a traction battery thermal management system configured to control a temperature of a traction battery of the electric vehicle; and the method comprising causing a heat transfer from the cabin air conditioning system to the traction battery thermal management system.
B60H 1/00 - Dispositifs de chauffage, de refroidissement ou de ventilation
B60L 58/27 - Procédés ou agencements de circuits pour surveiller ou commander des batteries ou des piles à combustible, spécialement adaptés pour des véhicules électriques pour la surveillance et la commande des batteries pour la commande de la température des batteries par chauffage
H01M 10/613 - Refroidissement ou maintien du froid
H01M 10/6569 - Fluides qui subissent un changement ou une transition de phase liquide-gaz, p. ex. évaporation ou condensation
H01M 10/663 - Relations d'échange de chaleur entre les éléments et d'autres systèmes, p. ex. chauffage central ou piles à combustibles le système étant un climatiseur ou un moteur
H01M 50/249 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports spécialement adaptés aux aéronefs ou aux véhicules, p. ex. aux automobiles ou aux trains
A system is described herein. The system comprises sensor modules; a memory; and a processor storing instructions in the memory that, when executed, causes the processor to: receive data comprising vehicle compartment features, occupant features and external environmental conditions from the sensor modules; determine a current setup of a seat belt and a current posture of an occupant based on the vehicle compartment features and the occupant features, respectively; determine critical features of the occupant based on at least one of the current posture of the occupant, the current setup of the seat belt and the external environment conditions; determine a deviation from the current setup of the seat belt based on at least one of the critical features of the occupant and the external environmental conditions; and communicate a command to actuators for changing a current height of the seat belt to an optimal height according to the deviation.
A method for establishing a deep learning based convolutional neural network model, in which the convolutional neural network model is used to evaluating the quality of a vehicle's brake disc, and comprises a feature extraction network, an anchor box detection network and a classification and regression network; and the classification and regression network further comprises a first fully connected layer, a second fully connected layer, and a regularization layer between the first fully connected layer and the second fully connected layer.
G06V 10/82 - Dispositions pour la reconnaissance ou la compréhension d’images ou de vidéos utilisant la reconnaissance de formes ou l’apprentissage automatique utilisant les réseaux neuronaux
G06V 10/80 - Fusion, c.-à-d. combinaison des données de diverses sources au niveau du capteur, du prétraitement, de l’extraction des caractéristiques ou de la classification
78.
METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR TRANSMITTING SIGNALS TO ADJUST FUNCTIONS OF A CAR FOR A PERIOD OF USE
According to an embodiment, it is a system comprising a communication module and a processor, wherein the processor storing instructions in a non-transitory memory that, when executed, cause the processor to determine an identity of an occupant; establish a first connection, by sending a first connection request via the communication module, to a first device; receive a first message from the first device, wherein the first message comprises an occupant profile comprising a vehicle setting; establish a second connection, by sending a second connection request via the communication module, to a second device; and receive a second message from the second device, wherein the second message comprises a limitation setting and a priority level.
B60R 16/037 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour le confort des occupants
SYSTEM AND METHOD USES V2X COMMUNICATION TO IDENTIFY AN ERRATIC DRIVER AND COMMUNICATES INFORMATION ABOUT A VEHICLE DRIVEN ERRATICALLY TO OTHER VEHICLES
According to an embodiment, it is a system comprising, a communication module, and a processor; wherein the processor storing instructions in a non-transitory memory that, when executed, cause the processor to receive, a first message by a host vehicle via the communication module from a source, wherein the first message comprises information on an erratic vehicle, wherein the information comprises one or more of a license plate number, a make and model, a color, a first contact zone, a location of the erratic vehicle, and a direction of travel of the erratic vehicle; and transmit a second message, via the communication module, to alert a second vehicle, wherein the second message comprises a part of the first message, a second contact zone, and an evasive action for the second vehicle.
G08G 1/01 - Détection du mouvement du trafic pour le comptage ou la commande
G08G 1/017 - Détection du mouvement du trafic pour le comptage ou la commande par identification des véhicules
G08G 1/0967 - Systèmes impliquant la transmission d'informations pour les grands axes de circulation, p. ex. conditions météorologiques, limites de vitesse
A system is described. The system comprises one or more adapters; a first entity; a second entity; and a host smart charge receiver. The host smart charge receiver comprises a processor storing instructions that, when executed, causes the processor to: determine presence of adapters coupled to a host vehicle; recognize at least one of the first entity and the second entity that are coupled to the host vehicle; establish a connection between the host vehicle, the first entity, and the second entity; analyze at least one of first charge and second charge received from the first entity and the second entity, respectively; select at least one of the first entity and the second entity for charging battery packs of the host vehicle based on at least one of a charging specification, a charging requirement, and a cost of charging; and provide an optimal charge to the battery packs.
According to an embodiment, it is a system comprising a sensor, a communication module and a processor, wherein the processor is operable to detect, via a detection module, a first identity of a first occupant of a vehicle; connect, via the communication module, to a first device of the first occupant; retrieve, a first occupant profile, wherein the first occupant profile comprises a first vehicle setting; detect, via the detection module, a second identity of a second occupant of the vehicle; connect, via the communication module, to a second device of the second occupant; retrieve, a second occupant profile, wherein the second occupant profile comprises a second vehicle setting; adjust, via a conflict resolution module, the first vehicle setting and the second vehicle setting based on the first occupant profile and the second occupant profile; and apply, the first vehicle setting and the second vehicle setting to the vehicle.
According to an embodiment, it is a system comprising a communication module and a processor, wherein the processor storing instructions in a non-transitory memory that, when executed, cause the processor to establish a connection, by sending a connection request via the communication module of a vehicle, to a user device; receive, a first message from the user device, wherein the first message comprises an occupant profile comprising a vehicle setting corresponding to the vehicle and a priority level; determine, a modification in the vehicle setting; and transmit a second message via the communication module to the user device, wherein the second message comprises a modified vehicle setting configured for updating the occupant profile.
B60R 16/037 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour le confort des occupants
B60W 50/00 - Détails des systèmes d'aide à la conduite des véhicules routiers qui ne sont pas liés à la commande d'un sous-ensemble particulier
H04W 4/40 - Services spécialement adaptés à des environnements, à des situations ou à des fins spécifiques pour les véhicules, p. ex. communication véhicule-piétons
86.
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TRANSMITTING SIGNALS TO ADJUST FUNCTIONS OF A CAR FOR A PERIOD OF USE
According to an embodiment, it is a system comprising a communication module and a processor, wherein the processor storing instructions in a non-transitory memory that, when executed, cause the processor to determine an identity of an occupant; establish a first connection, by sending a first connection request via the communication module, to a first device;
receive a first message from the first device, wherein the first message comprises an occupant profile comprising a vehicle setting; establish a second connection, by sending a second connection request via the communication module, to a second device; and receive a second message from the second device, wherein the second message comprises a limitation setting and a priority level.
B60R 16/037 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour le confort des occupants
87.
SYSTEM AND METHOD TO ANTICIPATE A COLLISION FROM AN ERRATIC DRIVER
According to an embodiment, it is a system comprising, a sensor, a communication module, and a processor, wherein the processor storing instructions in a non-transitory memory that, when executed, cause the processor to scan, via the sensor of a host vehicle at a first frequency to observe surroundings for an erratic behavior, determine an erratic vehicle by analyzing for the erratic behavior, scan via the sensor at a second frequency to determine an identity of the erratic vehicle and analyze a traffic condition around the erratic vehicle, determine a possibility of a collision, alert via the communication module a nearby vehicle by sending a message, and determine an evasive action to avoid the collision.
B60W 30/09 - Entreprenant une action automatiquement pour éviter la collision, p. ex. en freinant ou tournant
G08B 25/00 - Systèmes d'alarme dans lesquels l'emplacement du lieu où existe la condition déclenchant l'alarme est signalé à une station centrale, p. ex. systèmes télégraphiques d'incendie ou de police
G08G 1/01 - Détection du mouvement du trafic pour le comptage ou la commande
G08G 1/017 - Détection du mouvement du trafic pour le comptage ou la commande par identification des véhicules
G08G 1/0967 - Systèmes impliquant la transmission d'informations pour les grands axes de circulation, p. ex. conditions météorologiques, limites de vitesse
88.
PORTABLE APPARATUS FOR DISCHARGING AND RECEIVING CHARGE FROM MULTIPLE ENTITIES
A system is described. The system comprises one or more adapters; a first entity; a second entity; and a host smart charge receiver. The host smart charge receiver comprises a processor storing instructions in non-transitory memory that, when executed, causes the processor to: determine presence of the adapters electrically coupled to a host vehicle; recognize at least one of the first entity and the second entity that are electrically coupled to the host vehicle through the adapters; establish a connection between the host vehicle, the first entity, and the second entity; communicate a command to one of the first entity and the second entity to function as an extension charger based on a first charge and a second charge received; and provide an optimal charge to first battery packs of the host vehicle by providing at least one of the first charge and the second charge.
B60L 53/65 - Surveillance et commande des stations de charge impliquant l'identification des véhicules ou de leurs types de batteries
B60L 53/66 - Transfert de données entre les stations de charge et le véhicule
B60L 58/12 - Procédés ou agencements de circuits pour surveiller ou commander des batteries ou des piles à combustible, spécialement adaptés pour des véhicules électriques pour la surveillance et la commande des batteries en fonction de l'état de charge [SoC]
89.
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONFIGURING FUNCTIONS OF A CAR BASED ON USER PROFILE
According to an embodiment, it is a system comprising a sensor, a communication module; and a processor, wherein the processor storing instructions in a non-transitory memory that, when executed, cause the processor to detect, via a detection module comprising the sensor, an identity of an occupant of a vehicle; connect, via the communication module, to a first device; retrieve, an occupant profile, wherein the occupant profile comprises a vehicle setting and a limitation setting, wherein the limitation setting comprises a priority level; apply, the vehicle setting to the vehicle; apply, the limitation setting to the vehicle; and wherein the system is operable to be a component of the vehicle.
A method for predicting the mechanical properties of a casting part based on the flow distances of an aluminum alloy melt, a method for designing a casting die for mega casting, and an aluminum alloy casting part produced through the casting die thus designed. By applying the method, the mechanical properties of the large components produced by mega casting within a specified process parameter window, especially at a specified injection speed, can be predicted and controlled, thereby the automation in automobile manufacture is improved, and the design and properties of the mega-casting products are optimized.
B22D 17/22 - Moules métalliquesPlaques de moulesSupports de moulesÉquipement de refroidissement des moulesAccessoires pour l'extraction et l'éjection des pièces hors du moule
C22C 21/02 - Alliages à base d'aluminium avec le silicium comme second constituant majeur
A system for reducing spine load during a collision. The system includes a seat assembly for a vehicle. The seat assembly includes a seat having a seat bottom, and further includes a linkage structure for coupling the seat bottom to a floor structure. The linkage structure enables movement of the seat bottom during a collision of the vehicle.
B60N 2/427 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules à des fins particulières ou pour des véhicules particuliers le siège étant construit pour protéger son occupant des effets des forces d'accélération anormales, p. ex. sièges anticollision ou sièges de sécurité le siège ou ses parties constitutives se déplaçant lors d'une collision
B60N 2/42 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules à des fins particulières ou pour des véhicules particuliers le siège étant construit pour protéger son occupant des effets des forces d'accélération anormales, p. ex. sièges anticollision ou sièges de sécurité
93.
INTEGRATED COMPRESSORS, AND SYSTEMS AND VEHICLES COMPRISING INTEGRATED COMPRESSORS
An integrated compressor for a vehicle, the integrated compressor comprising: a motor; an inverter connected to or integrated into the motor; a control unit electrically connected to the inverter to control the starting and stopping of the motor via the inverter; characterized in that the integrated compressor comprises: a first compression chamber and a second compression chamber, which are connected to the motor, respectively; a first two-position-two-way valve connected to the first compression chamber; a second two-position-two-way valve connected to the second compression chamber; and a first inlet line which receives ambient air input at one end and is connected to the second compression chamber at the other end. The present invention also discloses a system in a vehicle comprising an on-board refrigerator, an air suspension device, and the integrated compressor connected to both.
B60G 17/056 - Distributeurs ou soupapes de régulation
F04B 35/04 - Pompes à piston spécialement adaptées aux fluides compressibles et caractérisées par les moyens d'entraînement de leurs organes de travail ou par leur combinaison avec les machines motrices ou moteurs qui les entraînent ou bien par leurs adaptations à cet effet, non prévues ailleurs les moyens étant électriques
F04B 49/22 - Commande des "machines", pompes ou installations de pompage ou mesures de sécurité les concernant non prévues dans les groupes ou présentant un intérêt autre que celui visé par ces groupes par clapets
94.
SPATIAL ADHESIVE MAPPING METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR A VEHICLE MANUFACTURING PROCESS
A spatial adhesive mapping method, including: identifying a part of a vehicle; applying an adhesive bead to the part; generating a three-dimensional adhesive map of the adhesive bead; and comparing the three-dimensional adhesive map to a three-dimensional adhesive envelope to determine if the adhesive bead is acceptable or unacceptable. The spatial adhesive mapping method may further include: performing a teardown inspection of the part to determine if the adhesive bead is acceptable or unacceptable; validating the three-dimensional adhesive envelope when it is determined that the adhesive bead is acceptable based on the teardown inspection; and modifying the three-dimensional adhesive envelope when it is determined that the adhesive bead is unacceptable based on the teardown inspection.
G06F 30/15 - Conception de véhicules, d’aéronefs ou d’embarcations
B05C 5/02 - Appareillages dans lesquels un liquide ou autre matériau fluide est projeté, versé ou répandu sur la surface de l'ouvrage à partir d'un dispositif de sortie en contact, ou presque en contact, avec l'ouvrage
95.
PROVIDING A TRANSPARENT VIEW OF AN EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT FROM INSIDE A VEHICLE
A system for providing a transparent view of an external environment from inside a vehicle. The system includes at least one portion of the vehicle that is a visual obstruction of a portion of an external environment from a perspective of an interior position in the vehicle. The system further includes at least one perception sensor, wherein the at least one perception sensor captures images of the external environment. The system further includes at least one display positioned inside the vehicle, wherein the display presents a transparent view that represents the portion of the external environment that is obstructed from the perspective of the interior position in the vehicle.
B60R 1/23 - Dispositions de visualisation en temps réel pour les conducteurs ou les passagers utilisant des systèmes de capture d'images optiques, p. ex. des caméras ou des systèmes vidéo spécialement adaptés pour être utilisés dans ou sur des véhicules pour visualiser une zone extérieure au véhicule, p. ex. l’extérieur du véhicule avec un champ de vision prédéterminé
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PROVIDING AWARENESS OF OBJECTS LOCATED IN THE PATH OF A VEHICLE
A method for providing awareness of objects located in a path of a vehicle. The method includes capturing data on an external environment using at least one perception sensor. The method further includes detecting one or more objects in the path of the vehicle based on the data that is captured. The method further includes estimating locations of the one or more objects in the path of the vehicle. The method further includes presenting one or more virtual objects using at least one display positioned inside the vehicle, where the one or more virtual objects represent the one or more objects that are detected.
B60Q 9/00 - Agencement ou adaptation des dispositifs de signalisation non prévus dans l'un des groupes principaux
B60R 1/24 - Dispositions de visualisation en temps réel pour les conducteurs ou les passagers utilisant des systèmes de capture d'images optiques, p. ex. des caméras ou des systèmes vidéo spécialement adaptés pour être utilisés dans ou sur des véhicules pour visualiser une zone extérieure au véhicule, p. ex. l’extérieur du véhicule avec un champ de vision prédéterminé à l’avant du véhicule
G06T 7/70 - Détermination de la position ou de l'orientation des objets ou des caméras
A passenger safety console assembly for a vehicle. The passenger safety console assembly includes at least one structural member coupled to a body in white portion of the vehicle, where the at least one structural member is positioned behind an instrument panel. The at least one structural member spans only a portion of a distance between side structures of the vehicle.
B60R 21/205 - Dispositions pour ranger les éléments gonflables non utilisés ou à l'état dégonfléAgencement ou montage des composants ou modules des coussins gonflables dans le tableau de bord
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SYSTEM AND APPARATUS FOR LOCATING AVAILABLE CHARGERS
A system is described. The system comprises: a sensor module and a control module. The control module comprises a processor and a memory. The memory comprising a sensor control module that when executed by the processor causes the processor to: determine a first state-of-charge of one or more batteries of a vehicle; determine whether the first state-of-charge is below a threshold charge level; determine one or more first geographical ranges comprising one or more first charging stations based on the first state-of-charge; determine charge consumption factors that influence charge consumption in the batteries; estimate the charge consumption based on the charge consumption factors; determine a second state-of-charge based on the charge consumption; determine one or more second geographical ranges comprising one or more second charging stations based on the second state-of-charge; and reserve one or more charging sessions with the one or more second charging stations for charging the batteries.
G01C 21/34 - Recherche d'itinéraireGuidage en matière d'itinéraire
B60L 58/12 - Procédés ou agencements de circuits pour surveiller ou commander des batteries ou des piles à combustible, spécialement adaptés pour des véhicules électriques pour la surveillance et la commande des batteries en fonction de l'état de charge [SoC]
B60L 58/16 - Procédés ou agencements de circuits pour surveiller ou commander des batteries ou des piles à combustible, spécialement adaptés pour des véhicules électriques pour la surveillance et la commande des batteries en fonction du vieillissement de la batterie, p. ex. du nombre de cycles de charge ou de l'état de santé [SoH]
G01R 31/382 - Dispositions pour la surveillance de variables des batteries ou des accumulateurs, p. ex. état de charge
G01R 31/392 - Détermination du vieillissement ou de la dégradation de la batterie, p. ex. état de santé
A system is described. The system comprises: a sensor module; and a control module. The control module comprises: a processor; and a memory. The processor is operable to: scan one of a vehicle, and at least one of one or more images and one or more videos of the vehicle; retrieve information of a reserved charging session of the vehicle; communicate a first message to automatically maneuver the vehicle to a reserved charging spot; communicate a second message to a robotic arm to automatically plug a charger to a charging port of the vehicle and provide a predefined charge for a predefined charge duration; communicate a third message to the robotic arm to automatically unplug the charger upon completion of the predefined charge to the vehicle for the predefined charge duration; and communicate a fourth message to automatically maneuver the vehicle away from the reserved charging spot.
B60L 53/37 - Moyens pour l’ajustement automatique ou assisté de la position relative des dispositifs de charge et des véhicules utilisant une détermination optique de la position, p. ex. à l'aide de caméras
A system is described. The system comprises a charging station locator. The charging station locator comprises a memory; and a processor. The processor is operable to monitor charging stations within a predefined distance to a vehicle; determine whether the vehicle is in a predefined proximity to a reserved charging station; communicate a first status inquiry to the reserved charging station; receive a first message comprising at least one of a first operational status and a first occupancy status of the reserved charging station; provide a first route to the reserved charging station onto a display when the first operational status and the first occupancy status is received as available; and determine a subsequent charging station and provide a second route to the subsequent charging station onto the display when at least one of the first operational status and the first occupancy status is received as occupied.
