A door assembly for a vehicle includes a body that has an A pillar, a C pillar, a cant rail extending between a top of the A pillar and a top of the C pillar, and a rocker rail that extends between a bottom of the A pillar and a bottom of the C pillar. A front door is moveably connected to the A pillar along a front connector, and has a front B pillar region spaced from the front connector. A rear door is moveably connected to the C pillar along a rear connector, and has a rear B pillar region spaced from the rear connector. The front and rear doors are moveable into a closed position in which the front B pillar region of the front door and the rear B pillar region of the rear door overlie one another to close the body.
E05B 83/38 - Serrures pour portières passagers ou similaire pour véhicules sans montant central, c.-à-d. des véhicules où la porte avant et la porte arrière s’engagent l’une dans l’autre en position fermée
B60J 5/04 - Portes disposées sur les côtés du véhicule
A system for cutting blanks is provided. The blanks include a first blank and a second blank. The system comprises an edge detector configured to determine a configuration of an edge of the first blank; a cutter configured to cut an edge of the second blank; and one or more processors operatively connected with the edge detector and the cutter, the one or more processors controlling the cutter to cut the edge of the second blank into a configuration based on the detected configuration of the edge of the first blank.
A high pressure die casting assembly includes a die component presenting a die surface, and a die spray system having at least one spray nozzle oriented towards the die surface. The at least one spray nozzle defines a respective orifice for receiving a liquid release agent composition. The at least one spray nozzle is an ultrasonic spray nozzle configured to introduce an ultrasonic vibration to the liquid release agent composition for generating and applying a fine mist of atomized release agent droplets to the die surface.
B22D 17/20 - AccessoiresCoulée sous pression ou moulage par injection, c.-à-d. moulage en introduisant le métal dans le moule sous haute pression Parties constitutives
B05D 1/02 - Procédés pour appliquer des liquides ou d'autres matériaux fluides aux surfaces réalisés par pulvérisation
B22C 23/02 - Dispositifs pour enduire les moules ou noyaux
39 - Services de transport, emballage et entreposage; organisation de voyages
40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
(1) Transportation of passengers; passenger transportation services, namely, travel by automated vehicles; passenger transportation services, namely, coordinating the pickup and drop-off of passengers at designated or directed locations by land; transportation of passengers by vehicle through a network of transportation providers; shipping and delivery services, namely, pickup, transportation, and delivery of goods by various modes of transportation; transportation services, namely, providing temporary use of vehicles; ride sharing services; car sharing services; leasing of vehicles; rental of vehicles.
(2) Manufacture of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; manufacture of tooling for the production of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies.
(3) Design and engineering of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; design and engineering of tooling for the production of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; design and development of computer software and computer hardware; design, development, and engineering of advanced driver assistance systems, semi-automated driving systems, and automated driving systems; design and development of computer software and computer hardware; computer programming; maintenance and updating of computer software; monitoring of computer systems by remote access to ensure proper functioning; research and development; technical research in the fields of advanced driver assistance systems, semi-automated driving systems, and automated driving systems; vehicle roadworthiness testing.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
(1) Motor controller units; chassis and driveline control units; power liftgate control units, power sliding door control units, roof and window systems control units; battery management systems, namely, hardware and computer software for monitoring and controlling vehicle battery packs; keyless entry systems for vehicles.
6.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR HOLE DETECTION AND FEATURE MEASUREMENT USING DENSE POINT CLOUDS
A method for optical detection and measurement of features in a workpiece includes: generating, by an imaging device, an initial point cloud representing a workpiece having one or more features; down-sampling the initial point cloud to generate a downsampled point cloud; extracting, using the downsampled point cloud, boundaries and clusters to determine approximate measurements of a corresponding feature of the workpiece; cropping, using the approximate measurements, a cropped region of interest (Rol) from the initial point cloud; extracting, using the cropped Rol, boundaries and clusters representing the feature; and fitting, using the clusters from the cropped Rol, a shape representing the feature.
G06V 10/44 - Extraction de caractéristiques locales par analyse des parties du motif, p. ex. par détection d’arêtes, de contours, de boucles, d’angles, de barres ou d’intersectionsAnalyse de connectivité, p. ex. de composantes connectées
G06T 17/30 - Description de surfaces, p. ex. description de surfaces polynomiales
7.
METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A BLENDED MATERIAL INCLUDING ALUMINUM ALLOYS FOR STRUCTURAL HIGH PRESSURE VACUUM DIE CASTING APPLICATIONS
A method of manufacturing a vehicle part formed at least in part of a blended material is provided. The blended material is formed by mixing an improved aluminum alloy and a recycled aluminum alloy. The recycled aluminum alloy can be obtained from road wheels. The blended alloy preferable meets the Aural series alloy specifications. The blended material can be cast under high pressure and a vacuum to form a part designed for use in a chassis or structural body of a vehicle, for example a front subframe, a front shock tower, a rear rail, a front kick-down rail, a front body hinge pillar, a tunnel, a front body hinge pillar, or a rear shock mount.
An improved aluminum alloy for combining with a recycled aluminum alloy to form a blended material is provided. The improved aluminum alloy includes silicon, copper, iron, magnesium, zinc, manganese; nickel, chromium and tin in a total amount up to 0.15 wt. %; the other elements in a total amount up to 0.1 wt. %, up to 0.06 wt. % titanium, and 0.03 to 0.04 wt. % strontium. The recycled aluminum alloy can be obtained from road wheels. The blended material preferable meets the Aural series alloy specifications. The blended material can be cast under high pressure and a vacuum to form a vehicle part designed for use in a chassis or structural body of a vehicle, for example a front subframe, a front shock tower, a rear rail, a front kick-down rail, a front body hinge pillar, a tunnel, a front body hinge pillar, or a rear shock mount.
A method for making a battery tray assembly includes providing a planar blank with four edges and four blank corners. The method also includes trimming a generally square or rectangular shaped recess into each of the blank corners to define four projections each along one of the edges of the blank between two of the recesses. Each of the recesses terminates at a recess corner. The method also includes creating a plurality of notches each extending linearly into the blank at one of the recess corners. The method also includes folding each of the projections in a first direction along a wall line aligned with two of the recess corners to define four walls, where the walls each extend perpendicularly to the plane of the blank. Four linear gaps are each defined between two of the walls for receiving a weld, and a compartment of the tray assembly is defined between the walls.
A system and method tracking location of a seam between metal parts before, during and/or after a process of joining the parts together is provided. The parts are typically formed of steel or aluminum and designed for use in a vehicle. The parts are typically joined together by welding, such as gas metal arc welding. A cell contains the parts to be joined, and a measuring device is mounted on a wall of the cell for detecting the location of a seam between the parts. The system further includes a software algorithm and a controller for determining a joining path, controlling and/or adjusting the joining process based on the location of the seam detected by the measuring device. The measuring device can detect other features, such as presence of a gap between the parts, height of the parts, and location of the weld seam after the joining process.
A battery frame for holding one or more battery boxes includes an outer frame surrounding an interior space and formed from a plurality of structural members including first rails extending parallel to and spaced apart from one another and second rails between the first rails and perpendicularly thereto. The outer frame defines a top extending in a flat plane and a bottom. Each of the first rails includes a mounting flange extending outwardly away from the interior space for holding the battery frame to a vehicle structure. One or more battery boxes are disposed within the interior space of the outer frame and are removable from below the outer frame with the outer frame mounted within a vehicle. Support members and cross-beams provide structural rigidity, distribute or absorb crash loads, and hold one or more of the battery boxes within the battery frame.
B60L 50/64 - Détails de construction des batteries spécialement adaptées aux véhicules électriques
H01M 50/209 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules prismatiques ou rectangulaires
H01M 50/242 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports caractérisés par les propriétés physiques des boîtiers ou des bâtis, p. ex. dimensions adaptés pour protéger les batteries contre les vibrations, les collisions ou le gonflement
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
H01M 50/271 - Couvercles des boîtiers secondaires, des bâtis ou des blocs
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
(1) Downloadable computer software and mobile application software for use in maximizing efficiencies in industrial facilities. (1) Non-downloadable computer software platform for use in maximizing efficiencies in industrial facilities.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Downloadable computer software and mobile application software for use in maximizing efficiencies in industrial facilities Non-downloadable computer software platform for use in maximizing efficiencies in industrial facilities
14.
MULTI-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE THEFT PROTECTION
A multi-factor authentication system for a vehicle includes: a biometric sensor located in the vehicle and configured to detect a unique characteristic of an authorized person; an access control device located in the vehicle and configured to selectively control access to a vehicle function; a security controller located in the vehicle and configured to operate the access control device based on a detection of the unique characteristic of the authorized person; and a user device capable of being carried by a user and configured to communicate with the security controller for controlling access to the vehicle and for changing a setting regarding accesses permissions for controlling operation of the access control device based on a detection of the unique characteristic of the authorized person and/or based on a signal from a key fob.
G06F 21/40 - Authentification de l’utilisateur sous réserve d’un quorum, c.-à-d. avec l’intervention nécessaire d’au moins deux responsables de la sécurité
G06F 21/32 - Authentification de l’utilisateur par données biométriques, p. ex. empreintes digitales, balayages de l’iris ou empreintes vocales
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
Produits et services
Exterior products and systems for vehicles, namely, front and rear end fascias, bumper beams, body side moldings, pillars, appliques, roof ditch moldings, wheel opening moldings, rocker panels, spoilers, grilles, running boards, body panels, roof panels, fenders, door panels, hoods, liftgates, mirror caps; body and accessory trim components; automotive parts.
A cooling insert for a die, such as a distributor for a high pressure die casting assembly, and a method of manufacturing the cooling insert, is provided. The cooling insert can be formed of H13 tool steel and is manufactured using an investment casting process, for example, a process which uses a printed investment casting shell. The cooling insert includes complex cooling channels to improve cooling and reduce the duration of the casting process.
B22D 17/22 - Moules métalliquesPlaques de moulesSupports de moulesÉquipement de refroidissement des moulesAccessoires pour l'extraction et l'éjection des pièces hors du moule
B22C 7/00 - ModèlesLeur fabrication si elle n'est pas prévue dans d'autres classes
B22D 25/02 - Coulée particulière caractérisée par la nature du produit par sa formeCoulée particulière caractérisée par la nature du produit d'œuvres d'art
C22C 38/00 - Alliages ferreux, p. ex. aciers alliés
C22C 38/02 - Alliages ferreux, p. ex. aciers alliés contenant du silicium
C22C 38/04 - Alliages ferreux, p. ex. aciers alliés contenant du manganèse
C22C 38/22 - Alliages ferreux, p. ex. aciers alliés contenant du chrome et du molybdène ou du tungstène
C22C 38/24 - Alliages ferreux, p. ex. aciers alliés contenant du chrome et du vanadium
An extrusion system includes a container defining a channel extending along an axis for holding a feedstock. A ram is located on a first axial side of the channel and a die assembly is located on a second axial side of the channel opposite the first axial side. The ram is axially movable to push the feedstock into the die assembly. The die assembly defines at least one aperture extending through a part of the die assembly. A shearing surface is configured to shear and heat the material prior to entering the at least one aperture. At least part of the shearing surface or the container are configured to rotate about the axis while the at least one aperture remains rotationally stationary.
B21C 23/04 - Fabrication de produits non revêtus par extrusion directe
B22F 3/20 - Fabrication de pièces ou d'objets à partir de poudres métalliques, caractérisée par le mode de compactage ou de frittageAppareils spécialement adaptés à cet effet par extrusion
18.
AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE DELIVERY AND PACKAGE TRANSFER SYSTEM
An autonomous package transfer system comprises a locker assembly including a storage compartment located at a destination. The locker assembly includes a locker door that is moveable between an open position and a closed position. An organizing mechanism is located in the storage compartment and includes a plurality of baskets that are moveable into alignment with the locker door via a drive unit. An autonomous vehicle delivery system includes at least one locker assembly located at a first destination and an autonomous vehicle. The locker assembly includes at least one storage compartment, the storage compartment including a door and a lock to selectively prevent access to the storage compartment. The autonomous vehicle comprises a chassis assembly and a storage assembly.
B60P 3/00 - Véhicules adaptés pour transporter, porter ou comporter des charges ou des objets spéciaux
B60P 1/00 - Véhicules destinés principalement au transport des charges et modifiés pour faciliter le chargement, la fixation de la charge ou son déchargement
A modular electronic control unit for a vehicle includes an enclosure, a power control board disposed within the enclosure and including one or more power electronic devices, and a compute board disposed within the enclosure, separate from the power control board and including one or more high-performance processor devices configured to perform one or more application software functions. A domain control system for a vehicle includes a modular electronic control unit. The modular electronic control unit including an enclosure and a compute board disposed within the enclosure and including one or more high-performance processor devices configured to perform one or more application software functions. The domain control system also includes one or more remote power interfaces located remotely from the modular electronic control unit and in functional communication therewith via a controller network interconnection.
B60R 16/023 - 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 la transmission de signaux entre des parties ou des sous-systèmes du véhicule
20.
BATTERY INTEGRATED MODULAR POWER ELECTRONIC ARCHITECTURES AND CONTROLS
A power storage and supply system includes a plurality of integrated power modules. Each of the integrated power modules includes: a battery module having one or more battery cells, a power electronics assembly, and a DC-DC converter. The power electronics assembly is physically and electrically coupled to the battery module and configured to receive direct current (DC) power from the battery module and to generate alternating current (AC) power on a set of load terminals and using the DC power from the battery module. The DC-DC converter physically and electrically coupled to the battery module and configured to generate a second DC power using the DC power from the battery module.
An improved aluminum alloy for casting into a component, such as a vehicle component, is provided. The improved aluminum alloy includes at least 80 wt. % aluminum; 6.0 to 8.0 wt. % silicon; 1.0 to 2.0 wt. % zinc; 0.10 to 0.6 wt. % magnesium; 0.1 to 0.60 wt. % copper; 0.20. to 0.60 wt. % manganese; up to 0.25 wt. % iron; 0.015 wt. % to 0.03 wt. % strontium; and up to 0.15 wt. % titanium, based on the total weight of the improved aluminum alloy. This improved aluminum alloy can be formed by combining recycled aluminum or recycled aluminum alloy with at least one additional element. The cast component formed of the improved aluminum alloy has a yield strength of 120 MPa to 130 MPa and an elongation of 8% to 16%, depending on flow length, when the cast component is in the as-cast (F temper) condition.
C22F 1/04 - Modification de la structure physique des métaux ou alliages non ferreux par traitement thermique ou par travail à chaud ou à froid de l'aluminium ou de ses alliages
C22F 1/043 - Modification de la structure physique des métaux ou alliages non ferreux par traitement thermique ou par travail à chaud ou à froid de l'aluminium ou de ses alliages d'alliages avec le silicium comme second constituant majeur
C22F 1/05 - Modification de la structure physique des métaux ou alliages non ferreux par traitement thermique ou par travail à chaud ou à froid de l'aluminium ou de ses alliages d'alliages de type Al-Si-Mg, c.-à-d. contenant du silicium et du magnésium en proportions sensiblement égales
An improved aluminum alloy for casting into a component, such as a vehicle component, is provided. The aluminum alloy preferably includes at least 80 weight percent (wt. %) aluminum; 9.5 to 11.5 wt. % silicon; 1.5 max wt. % zinc; 0.1 wt. % to 0.6 wt. % magnesium; 0.10 wt. % to 0.60 wt. % copper; 0.2. to 0.6 wt. % manganese; 0.2 wt. % to 0.6 wt. % iron; 0.01 wt. % to 0.07 wt. % strontium; and up to 0.15 wt. % titanium, based on the total weight of the aluminum alloy. This improved aluminum alloy can be formed by combining recycled aluminum or a recycle aluminum alloy with at least one additional element. The cast component formed of the aluminum alloy has a yield strength of 100 to 120 MPa and an elongation of 10% to 20% when the cast component is in the T7 temper condition.
C22F 1/04 - Modification de la structure physique des métaux ou alliages non ferreux par traitement thermique ou par travail à chaud ou à froid de l'aluminium ou de ses alliages
C22F 1/043 - Modification de la structure physique des métaux ou alliages non ferreux par traitement thermique ou par travail à chaud ou à froid de l'aluminium ou de ses alliages d'alliages avec le silicium comme second constituant majeur
C22F 1/05 - Modification de la structure physique des métaux ou alliages non ferreux par traitement thermique ou par travail à chaud ou à froid de l'aluminium ou de ses alliages d'alliages de type Al-Si-Mg, c.-à-d. contenant du silicium et du magnésium en proportions sensiblement égales
A heat sink includes a baseplate of thermally-conductive material defining a lower surface for conducting heat from a heat source, and an upper surface opposite of the lower surface. The heat sink also includes a radiator and a heat spreader. The radiator is disposed upon the baseplate away from the lower surface and includes a housing enclosing a chamber. The heat spreader includes expanded graphite disposed within the chamber and coating the upper surface of the baseplate. The heat spreader also includes a binder of Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR) for holding particles of the expanded graphite into a solid structure. A phase-change material (PCM) is disposed within the chamber and flowable through the heat spreader. The PCM is changeable between a liquid and a vapor to convey heat from the baseplate to the housing of the radiator.
F28F 21/02 - Structure des appareils échangeurs de chaleur caractérisée par l'emploi de matériaux spécifiés de carbone, p. ex. de graphite
F28F 3/02 - Éléments ou leurs ensembles avec moyens pour augmenter la surface de transfert de chaleur, p. ex. avec des ailettes, avec des évidements, avec des ondulations
H05K 7/20 - Modifications en vue de faciliter la réfrigération, l'aération ou le chauffage
C09K 5/06 - Substances qui subissent un changement d'état physique lors de leur utilisation le changement d'état se faisant par passage de l'état liquide à l'état solide, ou vice versa
F28D 21/00 - Appareils échangeurs de chaleur non couverts par l'un des groupes
F28F 13/00 - Dispositions pour modifier le transfert de chaleur, p. ex. accroissement, diminution
C09K 5/14 - Substances solides, p. ex. pulvérulentes ou granuleuses
An exterior vehicle component includes an exterior mirror, a camera, and a lens array. The lens array includes a first optical element and a second optical element, each providing a different field-of-view. At least one of the camera or the lens array is movable relative to the other one of the camera and the lens array to align the camera with a corresponding one of the first optical element or the second optical element. One of the optical elements includes a fisheye lens, and the other one of the optical elements includes a prism.
H04N 23/695 - Commande de la direction de la caméra pour modifier le champ de vision, p. ex. par un panoramique, une inclinaison ou en fonction du suivi des objets
B60R 1/06 - Dispositions pour les rétroviseurs montés à l'extérieur du véhicule
B60R 1/12 - Ensembles de miroirs combinés avec d'autres objets, p. ex. pendules
B60R 16/02 - 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
A thermally stable component formed of a tempered aluminum alloy casting which reduced costs is provided. The aluminum alloy typically has an elongation of at least 8% after casting, which is preferred for self-piercing rivet processes. The aluminum alloy leaves a casting facility in the as-cast (F temper) condition. The cast aluminum alloy is then shipped to another entity, such as an OEM, and is subjected to an artificial aging process, such as on the
A thermally stable component formed of a tempered aluminum alloy casting which reduced costs is provided. The aluminum alloy typically has an elongation of at least 8% after casting, which is preferred for self-piercing rivet processes. The aluminum alloy leaves a casting facility in the as-cast (F temper) condition. The cast aluminum alloy is then shipped to another entity, such as an OEM, and is subjected to an artificial aging process, such as on the
OEM's existing paint line, rather than at the casting facility. The artificial aging process typically includes electrodeposition coating and curing. The components that can be formed by the reduced cost method include lightweight automotive vehicle components, including structural, body-in-white, suspension, or chassis components, such as front shock towers, front body hinge pillars, tunnels, and rear rails.
A system includes a laser welder configured to weld a first steel workpiece to a second workpiece at an interface between them. The workpieces may have similar or dissimilar compositions and/or thicknesses. A filler wire may be used to fill a gap at the interface and/or provide a weld joint composition that accounts for the intrusion of aluminum coating from the workpiece(s) into the weld joint. The laser welder's laser beam may be laterally offset from the interface toward one of the workpieces (e.g., a thicker or stronger of the workpieces).
A method of operating a 2-stage Zero Inductor Voltage (ZIV) power converter includes: selectively controlling a first set of switches of a first stage having a first flying capacitor to control a first current between a positive input terminal and a first internal node; selectively controlling a second set of switches of a second stage having a second flying capacitor to control a second current between the first internal node and a second internal node; conducting, by an inductor, current between the second internal node and a positive output terminal for supplying power to a load connected to the positive output terminal. The inductor has zero average voltage thereacross for each switching cycle of a plurality of switching cycles and the 2-stage ZIV power converter is operable with a conversion ratio between an input voltage and an output voltage and having a value greater than 0.5.
H02M 1/088 - Circuits spécialement adaptés à la production d'une tension de commande pour les dispositifs à semi-conducteurs incorporés dans des convertisseurs statiques pour la commande simultanée de dispositifs à semi-conducteurs connectés en série ou en parallèle
H02M 1/14 - Dispositions de réduction des ondulations d'une entrée ou d'une sortie en courant continu
H02M 1/16 - Moyens pour obtenir un niveau de courant lors de la commutation, p. ex. avec une réactance saturable
H02M 3/06 - 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 résistances ou des capacités, p. ex. diviseur de tension
H02M 3/07 - 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 résistances ou des capacités, p. ex. diviseur de tension utilisant des capacités chargées et déchargées alternativement par des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande
H02M 7/483 - Convertisseurs munis de sorties pouvant chacune avoir plus de deux niveaux de tension
H02M 1/08 - Circuits spécialement adaptés à la production d'une tension de commande pour les dispositifs à semi-conducteurs incorporés dans des convertisseurs statiques
H02M 1/084 - Circuits spécialement adaptés à la production d'une tension de commande pour les dispositifs à semi-conducteurs incorporés dans des convertisseurs statiques utilisant un circuit de commande commun à plusieurs phases d'un système polyphasé
H02M 3/02 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu sans transformation intermédiaire en courant alternatif
H02M 3/04 - 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
H02M 7/48 - 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
28.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR HYBRID CONTROL OF PMSM DRIVE USING TWO CURRENT SENSORS
A method for operating a motor drive to supply power to an electric motor comprises: measuring a first phase current and a second phase current in the electric motor; calculating, based on the first phase current and the second phase current, an estimated third phase current in the electric motor; determining an estimated motor current using a current observer and based on the first phase current, the second phase current, and the estimated third phase current; determining, based on the estimated motor current, a voltage command; and commanding, based on the voltage command, an inverter to supply an alternating current (AC) power to the electric motor.
H02P 21/13 - Commande par observateurs, p. ex. en utilisant des observateurs de Luenberger ou des filtres de Kalman
H02P 6/28 - Dispositions pour la commande du courant
H02P 27/04 - Dispositions ou procédés pour la commande de moteurs à courant alternatif caractérisés par le type de tension d'alimentation utilisant une tension d’alimentation à fréquence variable, p. ex. tension d’alimentation d’onduleurs ou de convertisseurs
A cooling insert for a die, such as a distributor for a high-pressure die casting assembly, and a method of manufacturing the conformal cooling insert, is provided. The cooling insert includes an inner portion formed of copper, a copper alloy, or a beryllium copper alloy and an outer portion formed of a steel material. The inner portion includes cooling channels having a complex shape. The inner portion is also manufactured using an investment casting process, for example, a process which uses a printed investment casting shell. The complex cooling channels improve cooling and reduce the duration of the casting process.
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 38/00 - Alliages ferreux, p. ex. aciers alliés
B33Y 80/00 - Produits obtenus par fabrication additive
B22D 15/00 - Coulée utilisant un moule ou un noyau dont une partie importante, pour le procédé, est de conductibilité thermique élevée, p. ex. coulée contre refroidisseursMoules ou accessoires spécialement adaptés à cette technique
30.
METHOD OF FORMING VEHICLE PARTS USING LASER WELDED BLANKS
A method of simultaneously forming a plurality of vehicle parts includes placing a common welded blank having a first portion joined to a second portion via a weld into a die set, and then simultaneously forming a first part in the first portion of the common welded blank and a second part in the second portion of the common welded blank. The first portion of the common welded blank can have a first thickness being different than a second thickness of said second portion and/or comprised of a first material grade being different than a second material grade of the second portion to simultaneously form the first and second parts with different thicknesses and/or different material grades. In an arrangement, each of the first and second portions can be shaped to be approximate halves of the overall common welded blank for simultaneously forming complementary parts.
A method for making a tray assembly includes providing a first component and a second component. The second component has a lower portion and an upper portion spaced from the first component. A top surface of the lower portion is positioned below a top surface of the first component. A top surface of the upper portion is substantially coplanar with the top surface of the first component such that a gap is defined along the lower portion of the second component. The method also includes filling the gap with an adhesive, and compressing a pad toward the adhesive such that the adhesive becomes substantially coplanar with the top surface of the first component and the upper portion of the second component.
A draw die assembly includes a lower die shoe and an upper die shoe vertically moveable relative to the lower die shoe. A draw punch vertically protrudes from the lower die shoe. The upper die shoe defines a cavity for receiving the work piece and draw punch such that downward movement of the upper die shoe causes the work piece to be compressed between the draw punch and the cavity. A slip flange form is positioned adjacent to the binder segment. The upper die shoe has an edge that is approximately aligned with an edge of the slip flange form such that downward movement of the upper die shoe causes an edge of the work piece to be pinched between the edge of the upper die shoe and the edge of the slip flange form.
A method for attaching a clinching fastener includes providing a die button that defines a channel. A set ring extends from the top end of the die button, spaced from the channel. The method also includes providing a clinching fastener. A deformation ring extends about a lower region of the clinching fastener. The method also includes positioning a sheet of metal on a top of the set ring. The method also includes positioning the lower end of the clinching fastener in a hole of the sheet which is larger than the deformation ring such that a gap is between the sheet, the die button and the lower region of the clinching fastener. The method also includes driving the clinching fastener toward the die button such that the deformation ring deforms against the die button and flows into the gap to clinch the clinching fastener to the sheet.
An extrusion system including a die located about and along an axis and defining at least one extrusion opening. A primary container defines a channel for holding a first billet to be extruded. The primary container is movable into a position in which the channel of the primary container is aligned with the die along the axis. At least one supplementary container defines a channel for holding a supplementary billet to be extruded. The supplementary container is movable into a position in which the channel of the supplementary container is aligned with the die along the axis. A ram is movable along the axis for axially pushing the first and supplementary billets toward the die for passing material of the billets through the at least one extrusion opening of the die.
A method for improving a contact tip for a welding assembly including providing a contact tip that extends along an axis between a proximal end and a distal end. The contact tip has an axial channel with a channel diameter. The method also includes forming an axial bore with a bore diameter at the distal end of the contact tip. The bore diameter is larger than the channel diameter. The method also includes cutting a length of a rod. The rod has a rod diameter that is substantially the same as the bore diameter. The method also includes inserting the length of the rod in the bore. The method also includes creating a passage through the rod that has a passage diameter that is approximately the same as the channel diameter. The method also includes passing a welding wire through the channel and the passage.
A multilevel converter for generating alternating current (AC) power includes: an AC bus configured to transmit the AC power; a governing controller; and a plurality of submodules. Each of the submodules: a power converter having a plurality of switching transistors, and a module controller configured to control the plurality of switching transistors to operate in one of a charging mode or an inverter mode. The power converter, in the charging mode, operates to rectify the AC power from the AC bus to supply direct current (DC) power to at least one batten. The power converter, in the inverter mode, operates to generate AC power on the AC bus using the DC power from the at least one battery. Each of the module controllers includes a wireless transceiver configured to communicate with the governing controller using a wireless data interconnection.
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
B60L 53/22 - Détails de structure ou aménagements des convertisseurs de charge spécialement adaptés pour recharger des véhicules électriques
H02M 1/08 - Circuits spécialement adaptés à la production d'une tension de commande pour les dispositifs à semi-conducteurs incorporés dans des convertisseurs statiques
H02M 11/00 - Systèmes de transformation de puissance électrique non couverts par les autres groupes de la présente sous-classe
H02M 7/483 - Convertisseurs munis de sorties pouvant chacune avoir plus de deux niveaux de tension
37.
HYBRID SINGLE-PHASE CURRENT SENSOR CONTROL STRATEGY FOR PERMANENT MAGNET SYNCHRONOUS MACHINES
A method for operating a motor drive to supply power to an electric motor includes: determining, based on a torque command and an electrical speed, a first voltage command; measuring a phase current in the electric motor; determining, based on the phase current, an estimated motor current; verifying the accuracy of the estimated motor current; determining, based on the estimated motor current, a second voltage command; computing, based on the phase current, a reconstructed a-axis current; determining an estimation error as a difference between the measured phase current and the reconstructed a-axis current; comparing the estimation error to an error threshold to determine an estimation condition; selecting, based on the estimation condition, one of the first voltage command or the second voltage command to use as a final voltage command; and commanding, based on the final voltage command, an inverter to supply an AC power to the electric motor.
A swappable battery module (SBM) for a vehicle includes; at least one battery; an alternating current (AC) bus configured to transmit AC power; and a power converter including a plurality of switching transistors- The power converter is operable in a. charging mode to rectify AC power from the AC bus to supply direct current (DC) power to the at least one battery. The power converter is operable in an inverter mode to generate AC power on the AC bus using the DC power from the at least one battery- and for supplying a traction motor of the vehicle. The SBM is configured to be removed from the vehicle and to be replaced with another SBM while the SBM is recharged outside of the vehicle. The power converter may produce several discrete DC values to improve a generated AC waveform to be near sinusoidal, reducing motor harmonic losses.
An improved cooling system for a hot stamping die apparatus is provided. The hot stamping apparatus includes a tool for forming and quenching a part. A plurality of cooling channels are located in the tool, and a cooling unit supplies cooling fluid to the cooling channels. Each cooling channel defines a passage containing a helix. The helix initiates a turbulent flow when the cooling fluid flows through the cooling channels. The turbulent flow of the cooling fluid is able to remove heat from the part more efficiently compared to a conventional laminar flow of the cooling fluid. Thus, the duration of the quenching step and thus the duration of the overall hot stamping process can be reduced.
A welding gun for welding a metal work piece includes a contact tip for being positioned along the work piece during welding. A gas diffuser supports the contact tip for emitting a gas about the contact tip from cooling the contact tip and preventing contaminants from impacting the weld during welding. The gas diffuser extends along an axis between a proximal end and a distal end and defines a gas channel along the axis. The contact tip is coupled with the gas diffuser at the distal end. The gas diffuser further defines at least one gas passage that extends away from the gas channel at an acute angle relative to the axis and terminating at a gas opening for directing the gas toward the contact tip.
A system for integrating a body-in-white (BIW) frame structure with a battery enclosure includes a BIW frame having a structural reinforcement member disposed around bottom portion. The battery assembly is disposed laterally inward from the structural reinforcement and is integrated with the BIW frame. The battery enclosure does not include lateral structural reinforcement, because lateral protection is provided by the BIW frame. The upper cover of the battery enclosure also serves as the floor of the BIW frame structure. The upper cover may be installed along with the rest of the BIW frame, with battery cells and a bottom tray of the battery being installed later, or the battery may be assembled as a module, with the battery being installed into an open space within the BIW frame thereby providing the floor.
B60L 50/64 - Détails de construction des batteries spécialement adaptées aux véhicules électriques
B60K 1/04 - Agencement ou montage des ensembles de propulsion électriques des dispositifs d'emmagasinage de l'énergie électrique pour la propulsion
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
B62D 21/15 - Châssis, c.-à-d. armature sur laquelle une carrosserie peut être montée comportant des moyens amortisseurs de chocs, p. ex. châssis conçus pour changer de forme ou de dimensions d'une façon définitive ou temporaire à la suite d'une collision avec un autre corps
H01M 50/209 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules prismatiques ou rectangulaires
H01M 50/211 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules en forme de poche
H01M 50/242 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports caractérisés par les propriétés physiques des boîtiers ou des bâtis, p. ex. dimensions adaptés pour protéger les batteries contre les vibrations, les collisions ou le gonflement
H01M 50/244 - Boîtiers secondairesBâtisDispositifs de suspensionDispositifs de manutentionSupports caractérisés par leur procédé de montage
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
H01M 50/271 - Couvercles des boîtiers secondaires, des bâtis ou des blocs
A pillar for a vehicle including at least two different localized areas of different tensile strengths. The pillar includes a body defining a width that merges into sidewalls at a transition. The body having a first tensile strength and the transition has a second tensile strength, wherein the first tensile strength is smaller than the second tensile strength. The variety in tensile strength resulting from at least one of varying the material treatment and varying the gauge. The pillar is press-hardened until it reaches a tensile strength of 1500 MPa to 2000 MPa.
B21D 53/88 - Fabrication d'autres objets particuliers d'autres parties de véhicules, p. ex. capots, garde-boue
B62D 21/15 - Châssis, c.-à-d. armature sur laquelle une carrosserie peut être montée comportant des moyens amortisseurs de chocs, p. ex. châssis conçus pour changer de forme ou de dimensions d'une façon définitive ou temporaire à la suite d'une collision avec un autre corps
C21D 1/18 - DurcissementTrempe avec ou sans revenu ultérieur
C21D 9/00 - Traitement thermique, p. ex. recuit, durcissement, trempe ou revenu, adapté à des objets particuliersFours à cet effet
An integrated battery cooling system includes a battery enclosure and a plate attached directly to the battery enclosure. The battery enclosure or the plate includes a wave-like cross-section that combines with the other to define coolant channels therebetween. The battery enclosure may have the wave-like structure and a flat cover plate may be attached to the top of the wave-like structure. A lower plate may include the wave-like structure and may be attached to the bottom of the battery enclosure. Coolant may pass through the coolant channels defined between the battery enclosure and the plate to draw heat away from battery cells housed within the battery enclosure.
H01M 10/613 - Refroidissement ou maintien du froid
H01M 10/653 - Moyens de commande de la température associés de façon structurelle avec les éléments caractérisés par des matériaux électriquement isolants ou thermiquement conducteurs
H01M 10/6556 - Composants solides comprenant des canaux d'écoulement ou des tubes pour un échange de chaleur
H01M 50/204 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Downloadable computer software and mobile application software for use in maximizing efficiencies in industrial facilities. Non-downloadable computer software platform for use in maximizing efficiencies in industrial facilities.
A pour vessel and pour spot for providing molten metal, typically aluminum, to a shot sleeve of a die casting machine is provided. During the process, in response to a pour start signal, the pour spout pivots though a pour hole of the shot sleeve, and the shot vessel rotates to pour the molten metal into the pour spout and thus into the shot sleeve. After some of the molten metal enters the shot sleeve, the process includes raising the shot vessel and pour spot while pouring additional molten metal into the shot sleeve. Due to the design and movement of the curved or spiral pour spout, reduced erosion of the shot sleeve as well as a more laminar flow, more even distribution of the molten metal, and reduced mixing of air and the molten metal in the shot sleeve is achieved.
B22D 17/30 - Accessoires pour l'alimentation en métal liquide, p. ex. en quantités bien définies
B22D 17/20 - AccessoiresCoulée sous pression ou moulage par injection, c.-à-d. moulage en introduisant le métal dans le moule sous haute pression Parties constitutives
B22D 41/04 - Récipients de maintien d'un bain de fusion, p. ex. poches, paniers de coulée, bassins de coulée ou systèmes analogues pouvant basculer
46.
DISCONTINUOUS CONTROL STRATEGY FOR RARE-EARTH-FREE POWERTRAIN SYSTEM IN ELECTRIC VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
A method for operating a powertrain system of an electric vehicle includes: determining a torque demand for a rare-earth free electric machine to propel the electric vehicle; commanding, an inverter to apply an alternating current (AC) power to stator windings of the rare-earth free electric machine to cause the rare-earth free electric machine to operate in an over-torque mode, generating an output torque in excess of the torque demand; and commanding the inverter to operate the rare-earth free electric machine to operate in a coasting mode. An average torque produced by the rare-earth free electric machine over a given time period including one or more instances of the over-torque mode and the coasting mode approximates the torque demand.
H02P 21/00 - Dispositions ou procédés pour la commande de machines électriques par commande par vecteur, p. ex. par commande de l’orientation du champ
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
A frame assembly for an automobile includes a pair of front frame rails disposed in spaced relationship with a pair of rear frame rails. An upper cover is connected to and extends between the pair of front frame rails and the pair of rear frame rails to define a roof portion. The upper cover includes a pair of longitudinal sidewalls and a pair of cross sidewalls each extending downwardly from the roof portion to define an upper pocket bounded by each of the roof portion, the pair of longitudinal sidewalls and the pair of cross sidewalls. A base plate includes a plate portion for supporting at least one battery module. The base plate is disposed in abutting and connected relationship with the upper cover to dispose the at least one battery module within the upper pocket.
B60K 1/04 - Agencement ou montage des ensembles de propulsion électriques des dispositifs d'emmagasinage de l'énergie électrique pour la propulsion
B62D 21/09 - Moyens pour le montage des surfaces d'appui pour la charge
H01M 50/204 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules
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
H01M 50/262 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports avec des moyens de fixation, p. ex. des serrures
H01M 50/271 - Couvercles des boîtiers secondaires, des bâtis ou des blocs
A battery pack for a vehicle includes a plurality of battery modules arranged in a first predetermined pattern, with each battery module of the plurality of battery modules including a plurality of battery cells arranged in a second predetermined pattern. Each battery module also includes an enclosure surrounding the plurality of cells and configured to function as a structural component of at least one of the battery pack or the vehicle.
H01M 50/209 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules prismatiques ou rectangulaires
H01M 50/258 - Batteries modulairesBoîtiers pourvus de moyens d’assemblage
A method and system for hot stamping components. The method includes forming at least one weld nugget on at least on blank. The method also includes forming at least one pocket in at least one die segment of a die. The method also includes positioning the blank in alignment with the at least one die segment with the at least one weld nugget aligned with the at least one pocket. The method also includes stamping the at least one blank with the at least one die segment, with the at least one weld nugget received in the at least one pocket of the at least one die segment
A battery housing for an automobile includes a lower tray and an optional upper tray disposed on at least a portion of the lower tray (if the upper tray is present). At least one of the lower tray or the upper tray is formed as a one-piece sand cast component. In a preferred arrangement, both of the lower tray and the upper tray of the battery housing are each formed as one-piece sand cast components to provide a sealed design for the resultant battery housing.
H01M 50/209 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules prismatiques ou rectangulaires
51.
ZONAL CONTROL ARCHITECTURE FOR SOFTWARE-DEFINED VEHICLE
An electrical control system for a vehicle includes: a plurality of zone controllers each associated with a corresponding physical region of the vehicle, and each having an identical hardware configuration: a high-speed digital communications network interconnecting the plurality of zone controllers; and a plurality of I/O controllers each including at least one of: an input circuit configured to receive a digital or analog signal from a sensor device, or an output circuit configured to produce and transmit a digital or analog signal to an output device.
B60R 16/023 - 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 la transmission de signaux entre des parties ou des sous-systèmes du véhicule
52.
ADJUSTABLE BALANCING BLOCK FOR CLOSED LOOP DIE CONTROL
A stamp tool assembly is provided that includes a forming cavity for shaping a blank into a formed part. The stamp tool assembly includes adjustable block assembly for modifying the amount of material draw-in from subsequently stamped blanks. A draw-in sensor measures the amount of material from the blanks that is not drawn-into the forming cavity during each stroke. Based on the readings from the draw-in sensor, the adjustable block assembly is expanded or reduced. The adjustable block assembly includes a pair of opposing inclined plates having interlocking teeth such that movement of one plate with respect to the other plate changes a vertical extension of the adjustable block assembly. The adjustable block assembly sets the spacing between two opposing draw-in surfaces, which, in turn, changes the amount of draw-in. Multiple adjustable block assemblies and draw-in sensors may be used in conjunction and controlled via a controlling system.
A method for forming a part that has tailored tempered properties is provided. The method comprises: receiving a blank of steel material having a high emissivity coating on at least one side thereof; removing a portion of the high emissivity coating (HEC) from portions of the blank; heating the blank in a furnace, wherein the regions of the blank having the HEC thereof remaining thereon are heated more quickly in the furnace than the portions where the HEC has been removed; and quenching the blank after said heating such that martensite is formed in regions of the blank at which the HEC was not removed. Less martensite is formed in regions of the blank at which HEC was removed.
A method for producing components by hot forming comprises (a) heating a first portion and a second portion of a blank in a furnace to a temperature that is below AC3 temperature to provide a heated blank; (b) transferring the heated blank from the furnace to a conductive post-furnace heat station; (c) heating the first portion of the heated blank in the conductive post-furnace heat station to a temperature above the AC3 temperature by thermal conduction to provide a post-heated blank, while the second portion of the heated blank is sufficiently spaced from of the conductive post-furnace heat station so that the second portion of the heated blank is not heated in the conductive post-furnace heat station to the AC3 temperature; (d) transferring the post-heated blank from the conductive post-furnace heat station to a press; and (e) forming the post-heated blank into the shape of the component in the press.
C21D 1/673 - Dispositifs pour trempe pour la trempe en coquille
C21D 7/13 - Modification des propriétés physiques du fer ou de l'acier par déformation par travail à chaud
C21D 8/04 - Modification des propriétés physiques par déformation en combinaison avec, ou suivie par, un traitement thermique pendant la fabrication de produits plats ou de bandes pour produire des produits plats ou des bandes pour l'emboutissage profond
C21D 9/48 - Traitement thermique, p. ex. recuit, durcissement, trempe ou revenu, adapté à des objets particuliersFours à cet effet pour tôles tôles embouties
C21D 11/00 - Commande ou régulation du processus lors de traitements thermiques
55.
MODULAR ROLLING CHASSIS ASSEMBLY FOR SKATEBOARD CHASSIS ARCHITECTURES
A modular rolling chassis assembly for an electric vehicle includes a central housing extending from a front end to a rear end to define a central cavity. An electric energy storage system (ESS) is disposed or housed in the central cavity. A front suspension module is connected to the front end of the central housing and a rear suspension module is connected to rear end of the central housing to complete a modular build for the rolling chassis assembly which improves on the large, heavy and cost intensive integral chassis associated with the prior skateboard architectures.
A method of manufacturing bipolar plates includes passing a metal sheet through at least one tension roller disposed either upstream or downstream to a BPP forming roll to establish a longitudinal tension on the metal sheet as it passes through the BPP forming roll. A first pair of inner and outer lateral tension features are formed along a first side of the metal sheet and a second pair of inner and outer later tension features are formed along a second side of the metal sheet for use in establishing a lateral tension on the metal sheet as it passes through the BPP forming roll. The inner and outer lateral tension features in each of the first and second pairs have varying or different heights to advantageously provide a more consistent application of the lateral tension to the metal sheet.
A laser welder is configured to weld a first steel workpiece to a second steel workpiece to form a welded assembly. The welder generates a shaped laser beam to melt a portion of at least one of the workpieces to form a weld joint. During at least a part of the welding process, along at least one line passing through the laser beam, an intensity of the laser beam increases, then decreases, then increases. The welder includes electronics that control and/or change the shape of the laser beam during the welding process. A laser beam originating from the same laser generator as the welding laser beam may be used to remove at least a portion of an aluminum coating from one or more of the workpieces to be welded prior to welding.
A battery housing includes a base plate extending to an outer base perimeter, and a top cover is disposed in spaced relationship with the base plate and extends to an outer top perimeter. A peripheral sidewall extends from a bottom peripheral edge secured to the base plate adjacent the outer base perimeter to an upper peripheral edge secured to the top cover adjacent the outer top perimeter. The peripheral sidewall is constructed or formed as a single piece, in contradistinction to the prior art sidewalls which are constructed or formed from multiple pieces. Put another way, the peripheral sidewall for the battery housing is formed from a single, unitary piece of material. The single-piece peripheral sidewall extends integrally and peripherally from a first end, through a plurality of corners and to a second end that is disposed adjacent and interconnected to the first end via a wall joint.
A component formed of metal, such as aluminum, and including a hollow core is provided. The component can be used as a cradle, rail, A-pillar, twist axle, control arm, or shock tower, for example. The component is manufactured by a high pressure vacuum die casting (HPVDC) process. To form the component with the hollow core, a blown or stamped hollow glass core is placed in a die cavity of the high pressure vacuum die casting apparatus, and the metal is melted and injected into the die cavity around the glass core. The metal is then cast and solidifies around the glass core. After the casting process, the glass core can be shattered, removed from the cast component, and recycled.
B22D 17/14 - Machines dans lesquelles le vide a été fait dans le moule
B22C 9/10 - NoyauxFabrication ou mise en place des noyaux
B22D 29/00 - Extraction des pièces hors du moule, non limitée à un procédé de coulée couvert par un seul groupe principalExtraction des noyauxManipulation des lingots
A cooling insert for a die, such as a distributor for a high-pressure die casting assembly, and a method of manufacturing the cooling insert, is provided. The cooling insert can be formed of H13 tool steel and is manufactured by controlled solid diffusion solidification casting around a ceramic shell. The ceramic shell is formed by a printed investment casting process. The cooling insert includes complex cooling channels to improve cooling and reduce the duration of the high-pressure die casting process.
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 38/22 - Alliages ferreux, p. ex. aciers alliés contenant du chrome et du molybdène ou du tungstène
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
(1) Industrial autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) providing automated material handling for customers in manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics environments.
(2) Computer software and hardware for use in the synchronization and integration of autonomous mobile robots with production equipment, automation, tools and manufacturing software; Downloadable computer software for use in the synchronization and integration of autonomous mobile robots with production equipment, automation, tools and manufacturing software; computer software for manufacturing control, logistics execution, providing operator guidance for manufacturing processes, and management of manufacturing, warehousing, inventory, and distribution.
(3) Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs); robotic transport vehicles in the nature of autonomous robotic transport vehicles; Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) being robotic transport vehicles for delivery of goods. (1) Software as a service (SAAS) services featuring software for use in the synchronization and integration of autonomous mobile robots with production equipment, automation, tools and manufacturing software; Software as a service (SAAS) services featuring software for use in the synchronization and integration of autonomous mobile robots with production equipment, automation, tools and manufacturing software; Software as a service (SAAS) services featuring software for use in manufacturing control, logistics execution, providing operator guidance for manufacturing processes, and management of manufacturing, warehousing, inventory, and distribution.
The present disclosure relates to forming a metallic part to decrease residual stress and reduce springback behavior in the metallic part after forming. Target locations in the metallic part for excess material are determined based on electronic modelling prior to forming. The excess material in the target locations is configured to decrease residual stress in the metallic part after forming. The metallic part is contacted for forming at one or more contact locations away from as-cut end surfaces of the metallic part, such that the as-cut end surfaces are unconstrained during forming. The excess material is caused, based on the one or more contact locations and the excess material at the one or more target locations, to flow in one or more specific directions during forming to decrease the residual stress in the metallic part and reduce springback behavior in the metallic part after forming.
A communication gateway module for an autonomous vehicle includes an external communication subsystem and an internal communication subsystem segregated from each other by a cyber security module. The external communication subsystem includes (i) one or more cellular modules, (ii) a human-machine interface, (iii) at least one of a router or modem, (iv) a positioning module, (v) a network processor, (vi) one or more wireless modules. The internal communication subsystem includes (i) one or more Ethernet switches in communication with the network processor (ii) a data acquisition module, (iii) a controller area network module, and (iv) a time server.
An extrudable aluminum alloy for forming vehicle components, such as bumpers, front subframes, cradles, and battery trays, is provided. The aluminum alloy includes magnesium in an amount of 3 to 10 wt. %, scandium in an amount of 0.05 to 0.25 wt. %, and zirconium in an amount of 0.05 to 0.30 wt. %, based on the total weight of the aluminum alloy. The aluminum alloy can be formed by adding small additions of scandium and zirconium to a base aluminum alloy which includes the magnesium. The aluminum alloy has a yield strength of at least 280 MPa and an elongation of at least 45% and thus provides exceptional crash performance.
C22C 21/06 - Alliages à base d'aluminium avec le magnésium comme second constituant majeur
C22C 21/16 - Alliages à base d'aluminium avec le cuivre comme second constituant majeur avec du magnésium
C22F 1/04 - Modification de la structure physique des métaux ou alliages non ferreux par traitement thermique ou par travail à chaud ou à froid de l'aluminium ou de ses alliages
The present disclosure is related to a method of welding a component, such as a fastener, with a base metal. The method includes the step of stud welding a component with a base metal to create at least one weld joint using at least one electrode. The method continues with the steps of emitting ultrasonic waves from an ultrasonic sensor on an electrode and receiving reflections of those ultrasonic waves with the ultrasonic sensor. The method proceeds with the step of generating an acoustic map based on the reflections of the ultrasonic waves. The method continues with the step of analyzing the acoustic map to determine a quality of the at least one weld joint.
B23K 31/12 - Procédés relevant de la présente sous-classe, spécialement adaptés à des objets ou des buts particuliers, mais non couverts par un seul des groupes principaux relatifs à la recherche des propriétés, p. ex. de soudabilité, des matériaux
B23K 11/00 - Soudage par résistanceSectionnement par chauffage par résistance
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Vehicle parts, components, and assemblies, namely, battery enclosures, fenders, doors, body side panels, hoods, roof panels, and decklids. Manufacture of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; manufacture of tooling for the production of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; none of the aforesaid services in relation to vehicle wheels and parts and accessories thereof. Design and engineering of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; design and engineering of tooling for the production of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; research and development; none of the aforesaid services in relation to vehicle wheels and parts and accessories thereof.
67.
EXPANSION FORMING PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A STAMPED BATTERY HOUSING
A battery housing for an automobile includes a lower tub, and an upper cover disposed on the lower tub to collectively define an internal cavity. At least one battery module is disposed in the internal cavity and enclosed between the lower tub and the upper cover. At least one of the lower tub or the upper cover is formed as a one-piece stamped component from a two-part expansion forming process. In a preferred arrangement, both of the lower tub and the upper cover of the battery housing are each formed as one-piece stamped components from the two-part expansion forming process, providing both an upper cover and a lower tub having tighter draft angles (less than two degrees) and sharper upper and lower corners (plan view corner radii of between 20-95 mm, etc.) relative to the prior art one-piece stamped component designs, resulting in increased space for the internal cavity.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
(1) Motor vehicle parts, components, and assemblies, namely, battery enclosures, fenders, doors, body side panels, hoods, roof panels, and decklids. (1) Custom manufacture of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; custom manufacture of tooling for the production of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies.
(2) Design and engineering of motor vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; design and engineering of tooling for the production of motor vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; research and development in the field of motor vehicles.
40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Manufacture of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; manufacture of tooling for the production of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; none of the aforesaid services in relation to vehicle wheels and parts and accessories thereof. vehicle parts, components, and assemblies, namely, battery enclosures, fenders, doors, body side panels, hoods for vehicle engines, roof panels, and decklids Design and engineering of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; design and engineering of tooling for the production of vehicle parts, components, and assemblies; research and development; none of the aforesaid services in relation to vehicle wheels and parts and accessories thereof.
70.
VEHICLE MEMBER ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME
A method for forming a vehicle member assembly for use in an automobile comprises providing a plurality of vehicle blank members, each vehicle blank member comprising aluminum; welding each of the vehicle blank members to at least an adjacent vehicle blank member by friction stir welding to form weld joints between each of the vehicle blank members and at least the adjacent vehicle blank member so as to form a vehicle blank member assembly; and shaping the vehicle blank member assembly into a desired shape. At least a portion of each weld joint comprises equiaxed, recrystallized grains that are flatter and smaller in comparison with grains of microstructure of portions of the vehicle blank members surrounding the weld joint.
B23K 20/12 - Soudage non électrique par percussion ou par une autre forme de pression, avec ou sans chauffage, p. ex. revêtement ou placage la chaleur étant produite par frictionSoudage par friction
B23P 15/00 - Fabrication d'objets déterminés par des opérations non couvertes par une seule autre sous-classe ou un groupe de la présente sous-classe
A process for manufacturing a vehicle part from steel material, such as Mn22B5 steel material, using a single transfer press is provided. The process includes stamping, trimming, and piercing the steel material in the transfer press at room temperature, before the steel material is heated. The process then includes induction heating of the stamped steel material in the same press to form austenite in the steel material. After the induction heating, the process includes rapid quenching of the steel material in the same press to form martensite in the steel material. The process does not require an oven to heat the steel material prior to stamping and does not require laser machines for the trimming and piercing. The steel material does not need to be transferred to multiple different locations, which contributes to the improved productivity of the process compared to conventional hot stamping processes.
C21D 7/10 - Modification des propriétés physiques du fer ou de l'acier par déformation par travail à froid sur toute la section droite, p. ex. des tiges d'armature pour béton
C21D 8/00 - Modification des propriétés physiques par déformation en combinaison avec, ou suivie par, un traitement thermique
A method of manufacturing a reinforced steel or aluminum part, such as a part for a vehicle, from a reinforced blank is provided. The method includes forming a reinforcement patch and joining the reinforcement patch to a base by an additive manufacturing process to form a reinforced blank. After the additive manufacturing process, the method can include forming the reinforced blank by cold forming, warm forming, or hot forming. The full surface of the reinforcement patch bonds to the base, which provides performance benefits compared to welded reinforcement patches.
B32B 15/01 - Produits stratifiés composés essentiellement de métal toutes les couches étant composées exclusivement de métal
B32B 37/15 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour la stratification, p. ex. par polymérisation ou par liaison à l'aide d'ultrasons caractérisés par les propriétés des couches avec au moins une couche qui est fabriquée et immédiatement stratifiée avant d'atteindre un état stable, p. ex. dans lesquels une couche est extrudée et stratifiée à l'état semi-pâteux
B33Y 80/00 - Produits obtenus par fabrication additive
C21D 8/02 - Modification des propriétés physiques par déformation en combinaison avec, ou suivie par, un traitement thermique pendant la fabrication de produits plats ou de bandes
A double filtration system for a temperature control unit which improves the overall equipment effectiveness of a die casting machine is provided. The double filtration system connects the temperature control unit to the die casting machine. After a heat transfer fluid, such as water, is conveyed through the die casting machine, the fluid travels through one of the two filters present in the filtration system before being conveyed back through the die. A separate valve is associated with each filter so that the filters can be separately activated and deactivated. One filter can continue to work while the other is being cleaned, repaired, or replaced. Thus, the double filtration system reduces the amount of down time during a casting process.
B01D 35/02 - Filtres adaptés à des endroits particuliers, p. ex. conduites, pompes, robinets
B01D 35/18 - Chauffage ou refroidissement des filtres
B22D 17/20 - AccessoiresCoulée sous pression ou moulage par injection, c.-à-d. moulage en introduisant le métal dans le moule sous haute pression Parties constitutives
B22D 35/04 - Équipement de transport du métal liquide jusqu'aux sillons de lingotage ou aux moules aux moules, p. ex. plaques de base, chenaux de coulée
B22D 35/06 - Équipement de chauffage ou de refroidissement
A micro-transfer system for transferring metal components from one die station to a following die station in a die stamping system is provided. The die stamping system is similar to a typical progressive die stamping system and includes a plurality of die stations disposed on a die shoe in a press. The micro-transfer system further includes part handling rails and grippers attached to the part handling rails for engaging the metal components. The micro-transfer system further includes a plurality of motors and guides for driving the part handling rails and grippers, which move the metal components from one die station to the next.
B21D 43/10 - Avancement du matériau en fonction du mouvement de la matrice ou de l'outil au moyen d'un élément mécanique coopérant avec le matériau au moyen de pinces ou de griffes
B21D 43/05 - Avancement du matériau en fonction du mouvement de la matrice ou de l'outil au moyen d'un élément mécanique coopérant avec le matériau spécialement adapté aux presses à étages multiples
A body-in-white (BIW) of an electric vehicle includes an integrated battery frame having an integrated cover and a lower tray that may be joined together for holding a battery pack for powering the EV. The integrated battery frame extends between and connects to each of two opposite rocker panels of the BIW and provides a floor of the vehicle for mounting cabin components/assemblies such as passenger seats. The integrated battery frame also functions to enclose a battery compartment for protecting batteries from water intrusion and crash events. The integrated battery frame and BIW of the present disclosure provides an efficient EV architecture that eliminates redundant structures and components, improves load paths, and increases space for batteries.
A method for hot stamping a plurality of blanks includes providing a plurality of blanks. The method also includes heating the plurality of blanks concurrently in a batch heating furnace at an intermediate temperature for a first time duration. The method also includes heating at least one of the plurality of blanks in a roller hearth furnace at a stamping temperature for a second predetermined period of time after heating the at least one of the plurality of blanks in the batch heating furnace. The method also includes stamping the at least one of the plurality of blanks in a die after heating the at least one of the plurality of blanks in the roller hearth furnace.
B21D 22/02 - Estampage utilisant des dispositifs ou outils rigides
B21D 43/00 - Dispositifs d'alimentation, de positionnement ou de stockage combinés à des appareils pour travailler ou traiter les tôles, les tubes ou les profilés, disposés dans ces appareils ou spécialement adaptés pour être utilisés en association avec ces appareilsAssociation de dispositifs de coupe avec ces appareils
F27D 3/00 - ChargementDéchargementManutention des charges
77.
COATED STEEL, HOT STAMPING PARTS FORMED THEREFROM, AND HOT STAMPING METHOD
A method of manufacturing a steel part, for example a part designed for use in a vehicle, is provided. The method includes applying an Al-Si coating to a blank formed of steel. The method further includes applying an iron-based coating to the Al-Si coating. The coated blank is then heated in a roller hearth furnace. During the heating step, the blank is conveyed along a plurality of ceramic rollers from an entrance to an exit of the furnace. The heating step typically includes heating the coated blank to a temperature ranging from 840° C to 950° C so that the iron from the steel blank and iron from the iron-based coating diffuses into the Al-Si coating and forms a layer of intermetallic compounds. The method then includes stamping the coated blank while the blank is at an elevated temperature to form the part.
C23C 10/28 - Diffusion à l'état solide uniquement d'éléments métalliques ou de silicium dans la couche superficielle de matériaux métalliques au moyen de solides, p. ex. au moyen de poudres, de pâtes
B21D 22/02 - Estampage utilisant des dispositifs ou outils rigides
A b-pillarless door frame for a vehicle includes an A-pillar and a C-pillar disposed in spaced relationship with one another to define an enlarged opening extending therebetween. A roof rail extends between the A-pillar and the C -pillar to define a roof rail cavity. A reinforcement tube extends within the roof rail cavity between a first tube end disposed adjacent the A-pillar and a second tube end disposed adjacent the C-pillar for improving stiffness and crash performance of the b-pillarless door frame. Inclusion of the reinforcement tube within the roof rail of the door frame advantageously improves performance, such that the door frame can meet the targets for stiffness and the requirements for crash performance without the need for a B-pillar.
B62D 21/15 - Châssis, c.-à-d. armature sur laquelle une carrosserie peut être montée comportant des moyens amortisseurs de chocs, p. ex. châssis conçus pour changer de forme ou de dimensions d'une façon définitive ou temporaire à la suite d'une collision avec un autre corps
B62D 27/02 - Assemblages entre sous-ensembles de la carrosserie rigides
E05B 83/38 - Serrures pour portières passagers ou similaire pour véhicules sans montant central, c.-à-d. des véhicules où la porte avant et la porte arrière s’engagent l’une dans l’autre en position fermée
A vehicle frame includes a front and rear frame module disposed in spaced relationship with one another. A pair of mid rails each extend between a first rail end connected to the front frame module and a second rail end connected to the rear frame module. A plurality of hybrid joints devoid of welds are present for establishing the connected relationship of the first rail end and the second rail end to the respective front or rear frame modules. In a first aspect, the hybrid joints are each comprised of a bolted joint including a plurality of bolts for interconnecting the front and rear frame modules to the mid rails. In a second aspect, the hybrid joints are each comprised of an adhesive joint, either additionally to or separate from the bolted joint, for bonding the front and rear frame modules to the mid rails with adhesive.
A method for processing a vehicle component. The method includes applying an upper coating to the vehicle component. The method also includes identifying at least one fastener region of the vehicle component at which a fastener is located. The method also includes de-coating the upper coating from the at least one fastener region with a laser.
A method for forming a member for use in an automobile is provided. The method comprises providing uncoated steel to a furnace; heating the steel above its austenitization temperature; shaping the steel while cooling it to provide the steel with a desired shape and strength of the member; cutting the steel to further shape it; degreasing the shaped and cut steel; and electrogalvanizing a zinc-based layer on the degreased and shaped steel.
C23F 17/00 - Procédés à étapes multiples pour le traitement de surface de matériaux métalliques utilisant au moins un procédé couvert par la classe et au moins un procédé couvert soit par la sous-classe , soit par la sous-classe , soit par la classe
B21D 53/88 - Fabrication d'autres objets particuliers d'autres parties de véhicules, p. ex. capots, garde-boue
B23P 25/00 - Traitement auxiliaire des pièces, avant ou pendant les opérations d'usinage, afin de faciliter l'action de l'outil ou d'obtenir pour les pièces l'état final désiré, p. ex. la réduction des contraintes internes
C21D 1/00 - Procédés ou dispositifs généraux pour le traitement thermique, p. ex. recuit, durcissement, trempe ou revenu
C23G 1/02 - Nettoyage ou décapage de matériaux métalliques au moyen de solutions ou de sels fondus avec des solutions acides
C25D 3/22 - Dépôt électrochimiqueBains utilisés à partir de solutions de zinc
82.
VEHICLE MEMBER ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME
A vehicle member assembly comprises a closed cross-section beam portion, and at least one open-section beam portion. Trim edge laser weld joints connect a pair of opposing, spaced legs of the open-section beam portion to opposite sides of the closed cross-section beam portion. Another vehicle member assembly comprises a single metal sheet roll formed to form two adjacent beam portions. For each of the beam portions, a second side wall (a) contacts and overlaps a first side wall of the other of the beam portions, and (b) has a terminal edge terminating at a location along the first side wall of the other of the beam portions. A trim edge laser weld joint connects the terminal edge of each of the second side walls to the contacted first side wall of the other beam portion at the location along the first side wall.
B21C 37/08 - Fabrication de tubes à joints soudés ou brasés
B21D 5/08 - Cintrage des tôles le long de lignes droites, p. ex. pour former un pli simple par un procédé d'étirage dans lequel les pièces à travailler sont mises en forme par passage entre des matrices ou des rouleaux, p. ex. fabrication de profilés utilisant des rouleaux de formage
B23K 26/242 - Soudure en angle, c.-à-d. soudure de section essentiellement triangulaire joignant deux parties
B23K 26/262 - Soudage de joints continus rectilignes de joints longitudinaux de tubes
B60R 19/18 - Moyens pour absorber le choc situés à l'intérieur du pare-chocs
B62D 21/02 - Châssis, c.-à-d. armature sur laquelle une carrosserie peut être montée comprenant des éléments d'armature disposés longitudinalement ou transversalement
An assembly for connecting two components including at least one first component and at least one second component overlying the at least one first component. The at least one first component defines at least one first bore and the at least one second component defines at least one second bore in alignment with the first bore. At least one positive location screw extends into the at least one first bore and the at least one second bore and connects the at least one first component to the at least one second component. The positive location screw has a dowel portion and a fastening portion, wherein the dowel portion is configured to have an interference fit in at least one of the first and second bores and wherein the fastening portion is configured to be threadedly coupled to at least one of the first and second bores.
F16B 19/02 - Chevilles ou manchons pour positionner les parties de machines, p. ex. goupilles coniques à encoche, goupilles de montage, manchons, bagues excentriques d'ajustement
A skateboard chassis assembly for an electric vehicle includes a frame extending from a front end to a rear end and including a central portion defining a central pocket. A front bumper is connected to the front end and a rear bumper is connected to the rear end. A battery housing is at least partially located in the central pocket. The central portion of the frame includes a pair of central longitudinal members extending in spaced relationship with one another and at least one central cross member extending transversely between the pair of central longitudinal members to establish a structural load path for the electric vehicle, and enable the elimination of redundant features from a corresponding body-in-white structure.
B62D 21/02 - Châssis, c.-à-d. armature sur laquelle une carrosserie peut être montée comprenant des éléments d'armature disposés longitudinalement ou transversalement
B60K 1/04 - Agencement ou montage des ensembles de propulsion électriques des dispositifs d'emmagasinage de l'énergie électrique pour la propulsion
B60K 7/00 - Disposition du moteur dans ou jouxtant une roue motrice
B60R 19/02 - Pare-chocs, c.-à-d. éléments pour recevoir ou absorber les chocs pour protéger les véhicules ou dévier les chocs provenant d'autres véhicules ou objets
B62D 21/11 - Châssis, c.-à-d. armature sur laquelle une carrosserie peut être montée avec des moyens élastiques pour la suspension
A reservoir assembly includes one or more pressure vessels each having a non-circular cross-sectional shape including a rounded rectangle having four generally flat sides with rounded corners. The pressure vessels may be formed of extruded metal, such as aluminum, and have a generally constant cross-section. The pressure vessels include stiffening ribs and varying wall thicknesses to improve strength and to minimize stresses when pressurized, such as during operation when filled with compressed gas. The stiffening ribs meet in the center of each of the pressure vessels and divide the interior volumes into four equal sections. A cap of stamped aluminum is fitted and fully welded to enclose each end of the pressure vessels. One or both of the caps on each of the pressure vessels has a pressure fitting. Two or more pressure vessels extend parallel to one another and are attached together to form the reservoir assembly.
F17C 1/08 - Renforcements faisant corps, p. ex. nervures
F17C 1/14 - Récipients sous pression, p. ex. bouteilles de gaz, réservoirs de gaz, cartouches échangeables en aluminiumRécipients sous pression, p. ex. bouteilles de gaz, réservoirs de gaz, cartouches échangeables en acier amagnétique
F17C 13/06 - Fermetures, p. ex. couvercles, organes frangibles
86.
COOLING PLATE ASSEMBLY FOR A BATTERY TRAY AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME
A cooling plate assembly for cooling at least one battery module in a battery tray includes a first plate and a second plate disposed in stacked relationship with one another to collectively define a cooling channel extending therebetween. An adhesive is disposed between the first and second plate and extends along at least a portion of the cooling channel for structurally bonding the first and second plates to one another. At least one mechanical fixation is disposed adjacent the adhesive and extends between the first and second plates for maintaining a position of the first and second plates during a curing of the adhesive. A method of manufacturing the cooling plate assembly is also disclosed.
A method of manufacturing a reinforced aluminum part, such as a part for a vehicle, from a reinforced blank is provided. The method includes forming the reinforced blank by friction stir welding, spot welding, or laser welding a reinforcement patch to a base. Both the reinforcement patch and the base are formed of aluminum or aluminum alloy. After the welding step, the method includes warm forming or hot forming the reinforced blank in a die to form the reinforced part. The base and the reinforcement patch are formed in a single step, which reduces amount of equipment and time required to manufacture the reinforced part.
B21D 39/00 - Utilisation de procédés permettant d'assembler des objets ou des parties d'objets, p. ex. revêtement par des tôles, autrement que par placageDispositifs de mandrinage des tubes
B21D 39/03 - Utilisation de procédés permettant d'assembler des objets ou des parties d'objets, p. ex. revêtement par des tôles, autrement que par placageDispositifs de mandrinage des tubes des tôles autrement que par pliage
An electric machine includes a stator, a rotor configured to rotate about an axis, and a housing surrounding the rotor and the stator. The housing includes an end cap at an axial end of the electric machine. The housing encloses an end space between the rotor and the end cap. The electric machine also includes a nozzle disposed within the end space and configured to discharge a cooling fluid into the end space in a direction tangential to the rotation of the rotor. The cooling fluid may include liquid, such as oil. The electric machine may be an induction machine or a synchronous machine. The nozzle may include an inlet tube that extends through the end cap. The electric machine may include two end spaces on opposite ends of the rotor, with one or more nozzles located in each of the two end spaces.
H02K 5/20 - Enveloppes ou enceintes caractérisées par leur configuration, leur forme ou leur construction avec des canaux ou des conduits pour la circulation d'un agent de refroidissement
An improved aluminum alloy for casting into a component, such as a vehicle component, is provided. The improved aluminum alloy includes at least 80 wt. % aluminum; 6.0 to 8.0 wt. % silicon; 1.0 to 2.0 wt. % zinc; 0.10 to 0.6 wt. % magnesium; 0.1 to 0.60 wt. % copper; 0.20. to 0.60 wt. % manganese; up to 0.25 wt. % iron; 0.015 wt. % to 0.03 wt. % strontium; and up to 0.15 wt. % titanium, based on the total weight of the improved aluminum alloy. This improved aluminum alloy can be formed by combining recycled aluminum or recycled aluminum alloy with at least one additional element. The cast component formed of the improved aluminum alloy has a yield strength of 120 MPa to 130 MPa and an elongation of 8% to 16%, depending on flow length, when the cast component is in the as-cast (F temper) condition.
C22C 21/02 - Alliages à base d'aluminium avec le silicium comme second constituant majeur
B22D 21/00 - Coulée de métaux non ferreux ou de composés métalliques, dans la mesure où leurs propriétés métallurgiques affectent le procédé de couléeUtilisation de compositions appropriées
C22C 1/02 - Fabrication des alliages non ferreux par fusion
C22C 1/03 - Fabrication des alliages non ferreux par fusion utilisant des alliages-mères
An autonomous vehicle assembly comprises a chassis assembly and a storage assembly. The chassis assembly includes a front chassis module and a rear chassis module that are selectively connectable to one another. The front chassis module includes a front wheel and an EBS assembly for steering the front wheel and the rear chassis module includes a rear wheel and a propulsion assembly for driving the rear wheel. An autonomous driving module is selectively connected to the chassis assembly and independently in communication with the EBS assembly and the propulsion assembly.
B60K 7/00 - Disposition du moteur dans ou jouxtant une roue motrice
B60R 5/00 - Compartiments, à l'intérieur du véhicule, principalement destinés ou suffisamment spacieux pour loger des malles, des valises ou des objets analogues
B60W 60/00 - Systèmes d’aide à la conduite spécialement adaptés aux véhicules routiers autonomes
E05F 15/689 - Mécanismes pour battants mus par une force motrice utilisant des actionneurs électriques utilisant des électromoteurs rotatifs pour battants à coulissement vertical spécialement adaptés aux fenêtres de véhicule
A system and method for manufacturing a metal component, for example a steel or aluminum component for a vehicle, is provided. The system include a plurality of die stations in a production line. One of the die stations includes an upper drawing die and a lower drawing die design to both draw and trim a metal blank, preferably in the same die stroke, to form the metal component having a desired shape. The metal component can be transferred to additional die stations to remove the scrap and for additional processing, such as rough trimming, trimming with a cam, or flanging. Trimming the metal blank during the drawing step can eliminate additional die stations and allows a cam to more easily trim the metal component at another die station.
A system and method for heating a metal blank during a hot stamping process, for example as steel blank used to form a vehicle component, is provided. The metal blank includes a main portion formed of steel and a patch portion formed of a metal which is different from the steel of the main portion to provide additional strength. The patch portion may not be at a temperature sufficient for hot stamping upon exiting a furnace. Thus, the method includes induction heating the patch portion while quickly transferring the metal blank from the furnace to a hot stamping press. Induction heaters are preferably connected to an end of arm tooling on a robot that transfers the metal blank from the furnace to the hot stamping press. The induction heating and transferring step occur simultaneous and have a duration of approximately 6 seconds.
An automated inspection system comprises a camera configured to capture an image of a subject item, and a processor in communication with the camera and programmed to recognize the subject item in the image. The processor is configured to determine, from the image, the presence, location, or other properties of a feature of the subject item. The processor may present an augmented reality display as an overlay onto a live image of the subject item. The system may include a portable computing device including the camera and a display screen presenting the augmented reality display with one or more overlays onto a live image of the subject item. The overlays may include icons indicating a feature being recognized as being present and non-defective, or an error icon indicating a missing or defective feature. The portable computing device may include an internal illuminator and/or an external illuminator.
A method for welding blanks into a component such as a door ring, including providing first and second fixture subassemblies being at least partially moveable relative to one another. The method also includes positioning first and second blanks on the fixture subassemblies, and welding first and second components of the at least one of the first and second blanks to one another to form at least one of the first and second blanks. The method also includes fixing the first and second blanks to the first and second fixture subassemblies, and cutting adjacent edges of the first blank and the second blank along parallel lines. The method also includes moving at least part of one of the fixture assemblies toward the other until first and second sheared edges of the first and second blanks abut one another, and welding the first and second sheared edges to one another.
B23K 26/38 - Enlèvement de matière par perçage ou découpage
B23K 37/04 - Dispositifs ou procédés auxiliaires non spécialement adaptés à un procédé couvert par un seul des autres groupes principaux de la présente sous-classe pour maintenir ou mettre en position les pièces
B23K 101/00 - Objets fabriqués par brasage, soudage ou découpage
A cooling insert for a die, such as a distributor for a high pressure die casting assembly, and a method of manufacturing the cooling insert, is provided. The cooling insert can be formed of H13 tool steel and is manufactured using an investment casting process, for example, a process which uses a printed investment casting shell. The cooling insert includes complex cooling channels to improve cooling and reduce the duration of the casting process.
B22D 17/22 - Moules métalliquesPlaques de moulesSupports de moulesÉquipement de refroidissement des moulesAccessoires pour l'extraction et l'éjection des pièces hors du moule
A method for analyzing a cross-section of a joint includes: capturing, using a camera, an image of the cross-section of the joint; analyzing, using one or more neural networks, the image of the cross-section of the joint to classify two or more body segments that comprise the joint; isolating, using the one or more neural networks, the body segments of the joint; reassembling the body segments to form an assembled image of the joint; identifying key points in the assembled image of the joint; and measuring, using the key points, a value for a characteristic of the joint. A system for automated sectional analysis of a joint is also provided.
B23K 31/00 - Procédés relevant de la présente sous-classe, spécialement adaptés à des objets ou des buts particuliers, mais non couverts par un seul des groupes principaux
B23K 31/02 - Procédés relevant de la présente sous-classe, spécialement adaptés à des objets ou des buts particuliers, mais non couverts par un seul des groupes principaux relatifs au brasage ou au soudage
97.
METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ESTIMATING VEHICLE TRACTION TORQUE USING A DUAL EXTENDED KALMAN FILTER
A method of calculating traction torque of a tire of a vehicle includes calculating a parameter vector using a first extended Kalman filter, calculating a state vector using a second extended Kalman filter, and calculating the longitudinal stiffness as a function of the parameter vector and the state vector. A method for computing traction torque of a vehicle includes computing the longitudinal stiffness of the tire using the first and second extended Kalman filters, and computing the traction torque as a function of the longitudinal stiffness of the tire and a linear speed difference between a tire speed of the tire and a vehicle longitudinal speed.
G01L 5/13 - Appareils ou procédés pour la mesure des forces, du travail, de la puissance mécanique ou du couple, spécialement adaptés à des fins spécifiques pour la mesure de la puissance de traction ou propulsive des véhicules
98.
FRAME ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE WITH A DETACHABLE PILLAR
A method and system for making a frame assembly of a vehicle is provided. The method includes providing a roof region panel and a floor region panel of the frame, with the roof region panel and floor region panel positioned in spaced relationship with one another. The method also includes connecting at least one pillar to the roof region panel and the floor region panel after installation of at least one component in an interior of the frame assembly
A method for operating a motor drive to supply power to an electric motor comprises: measuring at least one phase current in the electric motor; measuring a rotational speed of the electric motor; adjusting, based on the rotational speed of the electric motor, at least one observer gain coefficient of an observer gain matrix of a Luenberger Current Observer (LCO); and determining, using the LCO, an estimated motor current of the electric motor. A motor drive comprises: an inverter operable to supply AC power to an electric motor, a current sensor, a speed sensor, and a controller configured to: adjust, based on the rotational speed of the electric motor, at least one observer gain coefficient of an observer gain matrix of a Luenberger Current Observer (LCO). The controller is also configured to determine, using the LCO, an estimated motor current of the electric motor.
A modular blank die assembly and/or a checking fixture assembly includes a plurality of plastic molded blocks disposed in releasably interlocked relationship with one another to form a modular plastic frame. Each of the plurality of plastic molded blocks include at least one male connector disposed on a first side and at least one female connector disposed on a second side arranged opposite to the first side. The at least one male and female connector have complementary shapes for allowing the plurality of plastic molded blocks to be quickly and easily interconnected with one another to form the modular plastic frame. At least one working component is interconnected to the modular plastic frame to complete production of the blank die assembly or checking fixture assembly.
