A modular electrical terminal set includes a base element equipped with connection means, a 90° terminal, and a 180° terminal. The 90° terminal is provided with fixation means that enable its attachment to the connection means of the base element, thereby forming a 90° connection terminal. Similarly, the 180° terminal is equipped with fixation means for attachment to the connection means of the base element, resulting in a 180° connection terminal. This configuration allows for versatile electrical connections by providing options for both 90° and 180° terminal orientations, enhancing adaptability in various electrical setups.
H01R 13/03 - Contacts caractérisés par le matériau, p. ex. matériaux de plaquage ou de revêtement
H01R 4/18 - Connexions conductrices de l'électricité entre plusieurs organes conducteurs en contact direct, c.-à-d. se touchant l'un l'autreMoyens pour réaliser ou maintenir de tels contactsConnexions conductrices de l'électricité ayant plusieurs emplacements espacés de connexion pour les conducteurs et utilisant des organes de contact pénétrant dans l'isolation effectuées uniquement par torsion, enroulage, pliage, sertissage ou autre déformation permanente par sertissage
An electrical assembly configured for connection with a battery and an electrical load includes a first transistor, a second transistor, a first operational amplifier (op-amp), a second op-amp, a comparator, and a controller. The second transistor is electrically connected in parallel with the first transistor. The first operational amplifier (op-amp) is electrically connected with the first transistor and the second transistor. The second op-amp is electrically connected with the first transistor and the second transistor. The comparator is electrically connected with the first op-amp and the second op-amp. The controller is electrically connected with the first transistor, the second transistor, and the comparator. The controller is configured to control the first transistor and the second transistor and determine an operational status of the first transistor and the second transistor based on an output of the comparator.
H03K 5/24 - Circuits présentant plusieurs entrées et une sortie pour comparer des impulsions ou des trains d'impulsions entre eux en ce qui concerne certaines caractéristiques du signal d'entrée, p. ex. la pente, l'intégrale la caractéristique étant l'amplitude
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Undervoltage Protection System for Power Supply Management
An apparatus controls the supply of power to multiple loads. The apparatus includes a first voltage monitor for monitoring a supply voltage. The apparatus includes a second voltage monitor for monitoring the supply voltage. The apparatus includes a control circuit for controlling a load driver to selectively drive the loads. The control circuit is configured to control the load driver to disconnect one or more predetermined ones of the loads from the supply voltage, in response to either of the first voltage monitor or the second voltage monitor determining an undervoltage condition. The first voltage monitor and the second voltage monitor are connected to the supply voltage in parallel.
H02J 9/00 - Circuits pour alimentation de puissance de secours ou de réserve, p. ex. pour éclairage de secours
B60R 16/03 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour l'alimentation des sous-systèmes du véhicule en énergie électrique
H02J 1/08 - Systèmes à trois filsSystèmes ayant plus de trois fils
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ROBOTIC MANIPULATOR ALIGNMENT SYSTEM FOR CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY
This disclosure presents a connector assembly featuring a first slot on a first outer surface and a corresponding first slot on a second outer surface, both extending parallel to a first axis. Additionally, a second slot on the first outer surface and a corresponding second slot on the second outer surface, extending parallel to a second axis askew to the first axis, are provided. These slots are designed to receive ridges on gripping arms of a robotic manipulator, thereby ensuring precise alignment and positioning of the connector assembly.
H01R 13/631 - Moyens additionnels pour faciliter l'engagement ou la séparation des pièces de couplage, p. ex. moyens pour aligner ou guider, leviers, pression de gaz pour l'engagement uniquement
A connector assembly system includes a first connector, a second connector, and a sensor system. The first connector has a feature. The second connector is configured to mate with the first connector and has a window. The sensor system is configured to capture a characteristic of the feature through the window, compare a value of the characteristic to a predetermined value of the characteristic, and determine a status of the first connector relative to the second connector based on the comparison of the value of the characteristic to the predetermined value.
H01R 13/641 - Moyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect par l'indication du couplage incorrectMoyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect par l'indication d'un engagement complet ou correct
H01R 13/66 - Association structurelle avec des composants électriques incorporés
H01R 43/26 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour engager ou séparer les deux pièces d'un dispositif de couplage
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ANTENNA ASSEMBLY INCLUDING TWO-DIMENSIONAL SURFACE WAVE FED ARRAY FOR AZIMUTH GAIN CONTROL
An antenna assembly including: a circuit board with an integrated circuit configured to process a radio frequency (RF) signal; a waveguide plate including a waveguide configured to guide the RF signal at least one of to and from a conductive trace extending from the integrated circuit; and a conductive top plate over the waveguide plate. The conductive top plate includes: an outer surface and an inner surface facing the waveguide plate; a plurality of slots aligned with the waveguide and aligned along the conductive top plate in a Y-direction; and cavities defined by the conductive top plate and recessed below the outer surface of the conductive top plate. A row of the cavities is beside the plurality of slots. The cavities of the row are aligned in the Y-direction parallel to the plurality of slots and spaced apart in the Y-direction.
An automotive electronic control unit comprising a first circuit board, a second circuit board and a shielding wall, comprising an electromagnetic shielding material, wherein the first circuit board and the second circuit board together with the shielding wall form a shielded space arranged between the first and the second circuit boards, wherein an electric component arranged at least one of the first or second circuit board is within the shielded space.
The present disclosure relates to a casing for a camera assembly, the casing configured for a sealed arrangement at a transparent surface. Further, the present disclosure relates to a camera assembly comprising said casing and a camera.
A connector assembly including a connector and a counter-connector mated to each other. The counter-connector includes primary locking means including a rotatable coupling aid lever. The lever is in a closed position when the connector and counter-connector are fully coupled. The connector includes secondary locking means rotatably movable about an axis of rotation, between a locking position and an unlocking position and configured to cooperate, in the locking position, with the primary locking means to lock the lever in the closed position.
H01R 13/629 - Moyens additionnels pour faciliter l'engagement ou la séparation des pièces de couplage, p. ex. moyens pour aligner ou guider, leviers, pression de gaz
H01R 13/641 - Moyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect par l'indication du couplage incorrectMoyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect par l'indication d'un engagement complet ou correct
A terminal assembly includes a male terminal and a female terminal. The male terminal includes a first base and a protrusion extending from the first base. The protrusion defines an oblong shape. The female terminal includes a second base and a plurality of projections extending from the second base. The second base defines a void configured to receive the protrusion. The plurality of projections are disposed around the void and collectively define an oblong shape. In an assembled configuration, the protrusion engages the plurality of projections such that the male terminal is connected with the female terminal.
H01R 13/20 - Broches, lames ou alvéoles conformés ou ayant une pièce séparée en vue de retenir ensemble les parties en fonctionnement
H01R 43/26 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour engager ou séparer les deux pièces d'un dispositif de couplage
A system for supplying a low DC voltage to a vehicle from high voltage batteries of the vehicle. The system includes a first DC-DC converter and a second DC-DC converter. The first DC-DC converter is configured to convert a high DC voltage provided by a first battery of the vehicle to a low DC voltage. The second DC-DC converter is configured to convert a high DC voltage provided by a second battery of the vehicle to a low DC voltage. The first DC-DC converter is configured to be electrically connected to the first battery. The second DC-DC converter is configured to be electrically connected to the second battery.
A system includes a first DC-DC converter, a second DC-DC converter, and a third DC-DC converter. The first DC-DC converter is configured to convert a high DC voltage from a first battery of a vehicle to a low DC voltage. The second DC-DC converter is configured to convert a high DC voltage from a second battery of the vehicle to the low DC voltage. The third DC-DC converter has a lower output power compared to the first and second DC-DC converters and is configured to convert a high DC voltage from the batteries of the vehicle to the low DC voltage. The first DC-DC converter is configured to be connected to the first battery. The second DC-DC converter is configured to be connected to the second battery. The third DC-DC converter is configured to be connected to the first and second batteries in series.
A system for supplying a low DC voltage to a vehicle from at least one high voltage battery of the vehicle. The system includes a first DC-DC converter and a second DC-DC converter. The first DC-DC converter is configured to convert a high DC voltage from the at least one battery of the vehicle to a low DC voltage. The second DC-DC converter has a lower power compared to the first DC-DC converter and is configured to convert a high DC voltage from the at least one battery of the vehicle to the low DC voltage. The first DC-DC converter and the second DC-DC converter are configured to be connected to the at least one high voltage battery.
A connector assembly includes a connector body and a lock member. The connector body includes a plurality of walls, a locking arm, and an inner portion. The plurality of walls define a cavity configured to receive a terminal. The locking arm is coupled to a first wall of the plurality of walls and includes a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, and a lock tab extending from the first surface. The inner portion is disposed within the cavity. The lock member is removably-disposed within the cavity and defines an aperture configured to receive the terminal. In an assembled configuration, the locking arm inhibits removal of the lock member from the cavity, and the lock member is disposed between the lock tab and the inner portion.
E05B 17/20 - Moyens indépendants du mécanisme de verrouillage pour empêcher une ouverture non autorisée, p. ex. pour bloquer le pêne en position de fermeture
E05B 9/00 - Boîtiers pour mécanismes de serrures ou clenches
E05B 9/08 - Fixation des boîtiers de serrures à pêne demi-tour ou à cylindre au battant
E05B 15/00 - Autres détails constitutifs des serruresÉléments permettant l'enclenchement par pênes des dispositifs de fermeture
Disclosed is a method of recording tracking information on an object, for tracking a progress of the object through a manufacturing process. The method includes obtaining one or more temperature specifications associated with the manufacturing process. The method includes applying a thermal signature to the object representing the tracking information. The thermal signature includes one or more coverage areas having a temperature that is greater than the one or more temperature specifications associated with the manufacturing process.
A method includes calculating a discrete Fourier transform (DFT) of radar signals received by radar elements. The method includes identifying a peak amplitude of the DFT and designating a frequency corresponding to the peak amplitude of the DFT as an initial frequency estimate. The method includes selecting first and second neighboring points of the DFT based on the initial frequency estimate. The method includes generating first and second values based on amplitudes of the first and second neighboring points of the DFT. The method includes calculating a generalized interpolation value based on a generalized discrete DFT interpolation. The generalized discrete DFT interpolation is based on the first value, the second value, and the peak amplitude. The method includes generating a fine frequency estimate of the input radar signals by summing the initial frequency estimate and the generalized interpolation value.
G01S 13/34 - Systèmes pour mesurer la distance uniquement utilisant la transmission d'ondes continues, soit modulées en amplitude, en fréquence ou en phase, soit non modulées utilisant la transmission d'ondes continues modulées en fréquence, tout en faisant un hétérodynage du signal reçu, ou d’un signal dérivé, avec un signal généré localement, associé au signal transmis simultanément
G01S 13/931 - Radar ou systèmes analogues, spécialement adaptés pour des applications spécifiques pour prévenir les collisions de véhicules terrestres
A computer-implemented method includes receiving environment description data associated with a simulated environment including an object and identifying an object type of the object. The method includes, in response to the object type being a human, identifying a motion type associated with the object, loading a CAD model associated with the object, loading a motion file associated with the motion type, and mapping the CAD model to the motion file. The method includes performing ray tracing simulation, performing physical optics simulation, calculating at least one of a Doppler shift and a micro-Doppler shift for each ray of a set of rays, performing ray clustering, and transforming a simulation output for display on a user device. The simulation output includes a motion simulation associated with the motion type of the object. The motion simulation includes a main motion of the object and a set of micro-motions of the object.
G06F 30/12 - CAO géométrique caractérisée par des moyens d’entrée spécialement adaptés à la CAO, p. ex. interfaces utilisateur graphiques [UIG] spécialement adaptées à la CAO
An electrical charging inlet assembly includes a circuit board assembly, a filler material, and a heater core. The circuit board assembly includes a heater. The filler material that is thermally-conductive and disposed around the heater. The heater core thermally-engages the filler material.
A connector assembly includes a connector with a first housing part, a second housing part, and a terminal holder within the first housing part. At least one terminal is housed in the terminal holder, featuring a contact portion designed to connect with a terminal in a counterpart connector, extending primarily in the mating direction. The second housing part is mountable with the first housing part through at least one mounting displacement parallel to the mating direction. It includes an actuating portion, while the terminal holder has a wedge portion configured for partial insertion between the first housing part and the terminal holder. The actuating portion presses on the wedge portion during mounting, and the terminal holder and wedge portion are designed to prevent movement parallel to the mating direction between the first housing part and the terminal holder when the wedge portion is engaged by the actuating portion.
H01R 13/506 - SoclesBoîtiers composés de différentes pièces assemblées par enclenchement réciproque des pièces
H01R 43/18 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour la fabrication de socles ou de boîtiers pour pièces de contact
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Precharging DC Link Between Battery and Power Connection
A system includes a direct current (DC) link configured to receive DC power from a first converter that converts alternating current power into DC power. A bidirectional DC-DC converter, electrically connected between the DC link and a DC power source, is configured to convert DC power from a first voltage to a second voltage. The bidirectional DC-DC converter includes multiple switches. A controller is configured to control a switching parameter of the plurality of switches to charge the DC link to a threshold voltage from the DC power source before the first converter provides power to the DC power source. The switching parameter is at least one of a switching frequency and a phase shift. Controlling the switching parameter includes initially setting the switching parameter to a first value and, in response to determining that a set of criteria has been met, adjusting the switching parameter to a second value.
H02M 1/42 - Circuits ou dispositions pour corriger ou ajuster le facteur de puissance dans les convertisseurs ou les onduleurs
B60L 53/60 - Surveillance et commande des stations de charge
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
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
H02M 1/00 - Détails d'appareils pour transformation
H02M 3/00 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu
H02M 3/335 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu avec transformation intermédiaire en courant alternatif par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrodes de commande pour produire le courant alternatif intermédiaire utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs
H02M 7/5387 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant alternatif sans possibilité de réversibilité par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs, p. ex. onduleurs à impulsions à un seul commutateur dans une configuration en pont
H02M 7/797 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant alternatif en une puissance de sortie en courant continuTransformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant alternatif avec possibilité de réversibilité par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs
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RADAR SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ESTIMATING RANGE AND VELOCITY USING STEPPED-FREQUENCY WAVEFORMS
Radar systems and methods are provided and include transmitting radar signals within a frame having N radar chirps with a stepped frequency waveform, receiving and sampling radar signals reflected from a target, performing range fast Fourier transform (FFT) processing, including a first domain FFT, and Doppler FFT processing, including a second domain FFT, on the receive values to generate range FFT values and Doppler FFT values. A range and a velocity of the target are estimated based on the range FFT values and Doppler FFT values, wherein the estimated range, r, and the estimated velocity, v, of the target are calculated based on at least one equation that includes (i) a first term corresponding to a target range, ro, measured by a first radar chirp of the N radar chirps, and (ii) a second term corresponding to a center wavelength, λN/2, of the plurality of radar chirps of the frame.
A bussed electrical center assembly may include a first housing containing an electrical component. A bussed electrical center assembly may also include a second housing configured to be mechanically attached to the first housing. The second housing defines a resilient cantilevered shock absorbing beam extending from the second housing. The shock absorbing beam is configured to be in compressive contact with the electrical component.
A computer implemented method for determining and evaluating a trajectory of a road user is provided. Input data associated with a state of movement and with an environment of the road user is received. Characteristics related to the road user are extracted from the input data. One or more trajectory end points are determined for the road user by using extracted characteristics. For each of the trajectory end points, a respective trajectory associated with one of the trajectory end points is determined by using the associated trajectory end point and the extracted characteristics, and the respective trajectory of the road user is evaluated by using a classification which relies on the extracted characteristics to provide a confidence score for each trajectory associated with one of the trajectory end points.
B60W 60/00 - Systèmes d’aide à la conduite spécialement adaptés aux véhicules routiers autonomes
B60W 50/00 - Détails des systèmes d'aide à la conduite des véhicules routiers qui ne sont pas liés à la commande d'un sous-ensemble particulier
B60W 50/06 - Détails des systèmes d'aide à la conduite des véhicules routiers qui ne sont pas liés à la commande d'un sous-ensemble particulier pour améliorer la réponse dynamique du système d'aide à la conduite, p. ex. pour améliorer la vitesse de régulation, ou éviter le dépassement de la consigne ou l'instabilité
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Method For Determining Control Parameters For Driving A Vehicle
A method is provided for determining control parameters for driving a host vehicle. Static and dynamic characteristics detected in an external environment of the host vehicle are determined via a perception system of the host vehicle. Via a processing unit of the host vehicle, a plurality of driving hypotheses is determined by applying the static and dynamic characteristics, wherein each driving hypothesis includes a drivable path and a distribution of trajectories which matches to the drivable path for the host vehicle, a most suitable driving hypothesis is selected from the plurality of driving hypotheses, a most suitable trajectory is determined for the distribution of trajectories associated with the most suitable driving hypothesis, and the control parameters for driving the host vehicle are determined in accordance with the most suitable trajectory.
Systems and method are provided and include receiving a full calibration matrix for a multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) radar system having N physical transmit channels, M physical receive channels, and N×M virtual transmit-receive channels, the full calibration matrix being an NM×NM complex matrix previously generated based on chamber measurement data. Transmit and receive calibration matrices are determined based on the full calibration matrix, with the transmit calibration matrix being an N×N complex matrix and the receive calibration matrix being an M×M complex matrix. The MIMO radar system uses the calibration values of the transmit and receive calibration matrices to compensate antenna responses to adjust for physical characteristics of the MIMO radar system while performing at least one of ranging and detection of an object in an environment of the MIMO radar system.
A printed circuit board (PCB) housing includes a main body and a cover. The main body includes an opening with an uppermost edge surface and an internal PCB receiver portion for locating and accommodating a PCB within the main body. The cover is for interfacing with an outer edge surface of the opening and enclosing the PCB within the main body. The cover includes a PCB retainer configured for contacting against a surface of the PCB such that, when assembled, the PCB is retained securely in position between the PCB receiver portion and the PCB retainer. The cover includes an outwardly extending resilient flange or bridge configured for covering the opening of the main body to press against the edge surface for welding thereto under tension.
A hybrid battery for supplying electric power to a vehicle includes a terminal, one or more lithium-ion cells, one or more ultracapacitor cells, a DC/DC converter, and a controller. The one or more lithium-ion cells are connected to supply a first current to the terminal. The DC/DC converter is coupled in-series between the terminal and the one or more ultracapacitor cells. The one or more ultracapacitor cells and the DC/DC converter are connected to supply a second current to the terminal. The lithium-ion cells are connected in parallel with the one or more ultracapacitor cells and the DC/DC converter. The controller is in communication with the DC/DC converter to selectively modify the second current provided to the terminal.
An antenna assembly including: a circuit board with an integrated circuit configured to process a radio frequency (RF) signal, and a conductive trace extending from the integrated circuit; a waveguide plate over the circuit board, the waveguide plate including a waveguide configured to guide the RF signal at least one of to and from the conductive trace; and a conductive top plate over the waveguide plate. The conductive top plate includes: an outer surface and an inner surface facing the waveguide plate, the outer surface is opposite to the inner surface; a plurality of slots aligned with the waveguide and extending through the conductive top plate; and a receptacle recessed below the outer surface beside the plurality of slots, the receptacle configured to modify a radiation pattern of the RF signal passing across the receptacle from the plurality of slots.
An antenna assembly configured to steer a radio frequency (RF) signal to a focus area offset from an azimuth center. The antenna assembly includes a feed horn defined by a conductive top plate between an inner surface and an outer surface of the plate. The feed horn is aligned with a waveguide. A step is defined by the conductive top plate extending from a surface of the feed horn towards the focus area. The step is configured to steer the RF signal to emanate from the outer surface of the conductive top plate towards the focus area.
H01Q 5/55 - Dispositions d’alimentation ou d’adaptation pour un fonctionnement à large bande ou multibande pour antennes de type cornet ou guide d’ondes
H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation pour l'utilisation dans ou sur les véhicules routiers ou ferroviaires
A radio frequency (RF) system includes a control printed circuit board (PCB) configured to generate RF signals. A waveguide antenna is attached to the control PCB and includes an input channel that receives RF signals along a first axis. A bend transition chamber receives the RF signals from the input channel and routes the RF signals to a waveguide channel. The waveguide channel receives the RF signals along a second axis orthogonal to the first axis and routes the RF signals to the radiator, which transmits the RF signals outside of the RF system. The bend transition chamber includes a stub chamber having a width along a third axis orthogonal to both the first axis and the second axis that is greater than a width of the input channel along the third axis and greater than a width of the waveguide channel along the third axis.
A method of simulating a vehicle cabin for audio tuning and/or testing. The method includes obtaining and storing a 3D impulse response corresponding to each speaker within the cabin of a vehicle to be simulated. The method includes at a location remote from the vehicle, in real-time, applying convolution processing on each channel of a multichannel audio stream based on the corresponding 3D impulse response. The method includes outputting a surround sound format audio stream.
A computer-implemented method for driving assistance in a vehicle. The method includes generating, based on radar point sensor data of an environment of the vehicle, a three-dimensional occupancy grid map (3D OGM). The method includes generating, based on the radar point sensor data, a number of feature grid maps (FGMs). A respective feature dimension of each of the FGMs corresponds to a feature of the radar point sensor data. The method includes generating, based on the 3D OGM and the number of FGMs, a refined occupancy grid (OGM). The method includes providing the refined OGM for usage by an assistance system of the vehicle.
G05D 1/246 - Dispositions pour déterminer la position ou l’orientation utilisant des cartes d’environnement, p. ex. localisation et cartographie simultanées [SLAM]
G01S 7/41 - Détails des systèmes correspondant aux groupes , , de systèmes selon le groupe utilisant l'analyse du signal d'écho pour la caractérisation de la cibleSignature de cibleSurface équivalente de cible
G01S 13/58 - Systèmes de détermination de la vitesse ou de la trajectoireSystèmes de détermination du sens d'un mouvement
G01S 13/89 - Radar ou systèmes analogues, spécialement adaptés pour des applications spécifiques pour la cartographie ou la représentation
G05D 101/15 - Détails des architectures logicielles ou matérielles utilisées pour la commande de la position utilisant des techniques d’intelligence artificielle [IA] utilisant l’apprentissage automatique, p. ex. les réseaux neuronaux
A method of facilitating vehicle operation includes detecting, from one or more images of at least part of a vehicle cabin, one or more seat parts of at least one seat in the vehicle cabin and, for each detected seat part, a seat part attribute. The method includes estimating one or more seat parameters of the at least one seat based on the detected one or more seat part attributes. The one or more seat parameters are indicative of a spatial configuration of the seat in the vehicle cabin.
B60R 21/015 - Circuits électriques pour déclencher le fonctionnement des dispositions de sécurité en cas d'accident, ou d'accident imminent, de véhicule comportant des moyens pour détecter la présence ou la position des passagers, des sièges des passagers ou des sièges pour enfants, p. ex. pour mettre hors service le déclenchement
G06V 10/25 - Détermination d’une région d’intérêt [ROI] ou d’un volume d’intérêt [VOI]
G06V 10/77 - Traitement des caractéristiques d’images ou de vidéos dans les espaces de caractéristiquesDispositions pour la reconnaissance ou la compréhension d’images ou de vidéos utilisant la reconnaissance de formes ou l’apprentissage automatique utilisant l’intégration et la réduction de données, p. ex. analyse en composantes principales [PCA] ou analyse en composantes indépendantes [ ICA] ou cartes auto-organisatrices [SOM]Séparation aveugle de source
G06V 10/82 - Dispositions pour la reconnaissance ou la compréhension d’images ou de vidéos utilisant la reconnaissance de formes ou l’apprentissage automatique utilisant les réseaux neuronaux
G06V 20/59 - Contexte ou environnement de l’image à l’intérieur d’un véhicule, p. ex. concernant l’occupation des sièges, l’état du conducteur ou les conditions de l’éclairage intérieur
G06V 40/10 - Corps d’êtres humains ou d’animaux, p. ex. occupants de véhicules automobiles ou piétonsParties du corps, p. ex. mains
A method of installing software in a vehicle including a controller and a number of electronic control units (ECUs) of different platforms. The method includes, at the controller, receiving a container associated with a platform of the different platforms used by at least one electronic control unit (ECU) of the number of ECUs. The container includes a number of container layers. The number of container layers includes at least a software application layer with a software application package installable at the platform. The method includes, at the controller, determining the at least one ECU using the platform among the number of ECUs. The method includes, at the controller, initiating installing the software application package at the at least one ECU.
A computerized method for vehicle cabin safety includes determining, based on one or more images showing an interior of a vehicle cabin, at least one object in the vehicle cabin. The method includes determining a number of features of the at least one object. The method includes determining a danger level for the at least one object based on the number of features. The method includes, in response to determining that the danger level meets a given criteria, outputting a warning signal.
G06V 20/59 - Contexte ou environnement de l’image à l’intérieur d’un véhicule, p. ex. concernant l’occupation des sièges, l’état du conducteur ou les conditions de l’éclairage intérieur
B60R 25/04 - Équipements ou systèmes pour empêcher ou signaler l’usage non autorisé ou le vol de véhicules agissant sur des systèmes ou des équipements de véhicules, p. ex. sur les portes, les sièges ou les pare-brises agissant sur le système de propulsion, p. ex. le moteur ou le moteur d’entraînement
B60W 50/14 - Moyens d'information du conducteur, pour l'avertir ou provoquer son intervention
G06T 7/246 - Analyse du mouvement utilisant des procédés basés sur les caractéristiques, p. ex. le suivi des coins ou des segments
A computerized method of emergency notification for a vehicle including external sensors and internal sensors. The method includes predicting a likelihood of an occurrence of an accident of the vehicle based on vehicle data and data received from one or more of the external sensors. The method includes, in response to the likelihood of the occurrence of the accident being higher than an accident threshold, transmitting a pre-accident signal to a relay station. The pre-accident signal includes vehicle and passenger status information generated based on vehicle data before the accident, data received from one or more of the external sensors before the accident, and data received from one or more of the internal sensors before the accident.
H04W 4/90 - Services pour gérer les situations d’urgence ou dangereuses, p. ex. systèmes d’alerte aux séismes et aux tsunamis
G07C 5/00 - Enregistrement ou indication du fonctionnement de véhicules
G07C 5/02 - Enregistrement ou indication du temps de circulation, de fonctionnement, d'arrêt ou d'attente uniquement
H04W 4/40 - Services spécialement adaptés à des environnements, à des situations ou à des fins spécifiques pour les véhicules, p. ex. communication véhicule-piétons
A method for deploying software in a vehicle. The method includes obtaining a set of capability information for each of a plurality of electronic control units (ECUs) of the vehicle. The method includes, in response to a container of the software being available for deployment, obtaining a set of requirement information of the container. The set of requirement information describes a required ECU capability required by the container for deployment on one or more of the plurality of ECUs. The method includes selecting a target ECU for deploying the container from the plurality of ECUs based on the sets of capability information and requirement information so that the capability of the target ECU described by the set of capability information of the target ECU satisfies the required ECU capability described by the set of requirement information of the container.
A computer-implemented method for tracking an object in a field of view (FOV) of a host vehicle. The method includes detecting and tracking, by a detection and tracking system mounted on the host vehicle, an object in the FOV. The method includes, upon failure of tracking the previously detected object in the FOV, creating, based on a last known position of the previously detected object and for a non-drivable portion of the FOV, a pseudo object representing the previously detected object.
G06V 20/58 - Reconnaissance d’objets en mouvement ou d’obstacles, p. ex. véhicules ou piétonsReconnaissance des objets de la circulation, p. ex. signalisation routière, feux de signalisation ou routes
G06V 10/764 - Dispositions pour la reconnaissance ou la compréhension d’images ou de vidéos utilisant la reconnaissance de formes ou l’apprentissage automatique utilisant la classification, p. ex. des objets vidéo
G06V 10/98 - Détection ou correction d’erreurs, p. ex. en effectuant une deuxième exploration du motif ou par intervention humaineÉvaluation de la qualité des motifs acquis
39.
ULTRACAPACITOR MODULE WITH AUTONOMOUS SELF LEARNING
An ultra-capacitor module utilizing a series connected DC-to-DC converter provides autonomous monitoring of parameters associated with an ultra-capacitor cell stack comprising a plurality of ultra-capacitor cells. Parameters may include equivalent series resistance (ESR) and capacitance.
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
B60R 16/033 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour l'alimentation des sous-systèmes du véhicule en énergie électrique caractérisé par l'utilisation de cellules électriques ou de batteries
H02J 7/34 - Fonctionnement en parallèle, dans des réseaux, de batteries avec d'autres sources à courant continu, p. ex. batterie tampon
H02M 3/155 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu sans transformation intermédiaire en courant alternatif par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs
A radar sensor includes: a waveguide interface configured to contact a waveguide including a first aperture that is at least partially vertically aligned with a second aperture in the waveguide; a radio frequency (RF) feed; a first wing that is coplanar with the RF feed and the waveguide interface and that electrically connects the RF feed with the waveguide interface; a first electrically conductive layer that is connected to a ground potential, that includes a third aperture that is at least partially aligned with the first and second apertures, and that includes a second wing that forms a portion of the third aperture.
A connector assembly includes a first connector, a lever, and a second connector. The first connector includes a first lock surface. The lever is rotatably-coupled to the first connector and includes a second lock surface and a release surface. The second lock surface is configured to engage the first lock surface in a locked orientation. The second connector is configured to mate with the first connector.
H01R 13/629 - Moyens additionnels pour faciliter l'engagement ou la séparation des pièces de couplage, p. ex. moyens pour aligner ou guider, leviers, pression de gaz
H01R 13/633 - Moyens additionnels pour faciliter l'engagement ou la séparation des pièces de couplage, p. ex. moyens pour aligner ou guider, leviers, pression de gaz pour la séparation uniquement
A connector includes a housing and a locking arm designed to secure the connector to a corresponding counter connector. The locking arm is pivotable between a lock position and a release position. A linking member connects the locking arm to the housing, including a first leg attached to the housing, a second leg attached to the locking arm, and a base portion connecting the first and second legs. The linking member is configured to be flexible, allowing the legs to partially deflect, enabling the locking arm to pivot from the locked to the release position. The base portion is positioned between the first and second legs, extending from the center of the housing towards its outer side, with the first leg located farther towards the outer side than the second leg.
H01R 13/631 - Moyens additionnels pour faciliter l'engagement ou la séparation des pièces de couplage, p. ex. moyens pour aligner ou guider, leviers, pression de gaz pour l'engagement uniquement
H01R 13/641 - Moyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect par l'indication du couplage incorrectMoyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect par l'indication d'un engagement complet ou correct
A connector module is described that includes a diagnostic header interface configured to be accessible via a housing. The connector modules also includes at least one high speed data header interface configured to be accessible via the housing. The connector module also includes a printed circuit board (PCB) within the housing, the PCB includes at least one electrical conductor that electrically couples the high speed data header interface to at least one port of the diagnostic header interface.
H01R 31/06 - Pièces intermédiaires pour joindre deux pièces de couplage, p. ex. adaptateur
H01R 12/72 - Dispositifs de couplage pour circuits imprimés rigides ou structures similaires se couplant avec la bordure des circuits imprimés rigides ou des structures similaires
H01R 13/6596 - Caractéristiques ou dispositions spécifiques de raccordement du blindage aux organes conducteurs l'organe conducteur étant un panneau métallique de mise à la terre
H01R 13/73 - Moyens de montage des pièces de couplage sur les appareils ou structures, p. ex. sur un mur
A connector assembly includes a connector body defining a cavity and having a rim extending around the cavity. The connector assembly includes a terminal housing removably-disposed within the cavity. The connector assembly includes a cover removably-coupled to the connector body. The cover includes a shoulder and a rail disposed adjacent to the shoulder. In an assembled orientation, the shoulder is configured to engage the rim, and the rail is disposed within the cavity and is configured to engage the terminal housing to secure the terminal housing within the cavity.
H01R 43/20 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour assembler les pièces de contact avec le socle isolant, le boîtier ou le manchon ou pour les en désassembler
45.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR WITH A DUAL-PURPOSE TERMINAL LOCK
An electrical connector that supports electrical connections of different types is described. The electrical connector includes a terminal support unit that includes an aperture array and is configured to support a terminal module seated in the terminal support unit. The terminal module supports at least one terminal that requires strict relative positioning, such as a high-speed data terminal. The electrical connector includes a terminal lock that interfaces with the terminal support unit to stabilize and lock a terminal array thought the aperture array, and to lock the terminal module in a mating position.
The disclosure presents a connector with a safety locking system (SLS) for secure mating and unmating with a counter-connector. The connector housing carries electrical terminals designed to establish contact with counter-terminals in the counter-connector through an insertion and extraction movement. The SLS features a rotatable locking edge that can be positioned in an unlocking state to allow extraction for unmating or a locking state to prevent extraction and maintain the connection. The SLS locking edge abuts against a surface of the counter-connector to secure the connection. This innovative connector design enhances safety and reliability in electrical connections.
H01R 13/629 - Moyens additionnels pour faciliter l'engagement ou la séparation des pièces de couplage, p. ex. moyens pour aligner ou guider, leviers, pression de gaz
H01R 13/641 - Moyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect par l'indication du couplage incorrectMoyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect par l'indication d'un engagement complet ou correct
H01R 43/26 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour engager ou séparer les deux pièces d'un dispositif de couplage
47.
METHOD FOR DYNAMIC USB SIGNAL ROUTING IN A DUAL-PORT USB DEVICE
A method to enable a vehicle's embedded USB Host system to connect to multiple mobile devices through a USB Hub, regardless of whether the mobile devices are configured to function as USB Hosts or USB Devices, without USB On the Go (OTG) controllers or additional vehicle wiring or inhibiting the functionality of any consumer devices connected to the same USB Hub. Preferably, the method is configured to provide no additional cabling or hardware changes to accommodate this capability. The method can be employed between a vehicle's embedded USB Host, USB Hub and at least one consumer accessible USB port. When the consumer device is acting as a USB Host, signals between the consumer device and the vehicle's embedded USB Host are processed through a USB bridge, thereby rendering the consumer device compatible with the vehicle's embedded USB Host.
An electrical module is configured for connection with a first battery, a second battery, and an external electrical device. The electrical module includes a first switch, a second switch, and a controller electrically connected to the first switch and the second switch. The controller is configured to determine at least one of a power requirement of, or an electrical load drawn by, the external electrical device. In response to determining the at least one of the power requirement of, or the electrical load drawn by, the external electrical device, the controller is configured to determine (i) a first power loss associated with the first battery and (ii) a second power loss associated with the second battery. The controller is configured to automatically select the first battery to supply electrical current to the external electrical device based on the first power loss being less than the second power loss.
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
B60R 16/033 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour l'alimentation des sous-systèmes du véhicule en énergie électrique caractérisé par l'utilisation de cellules électriques ou de batteries
49.
GRID PATTERN INTERCONNECT METHOD FOR ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS AND SPLICING DEVICE FOR SAME
A method is disclosed for interconnecting electrical conductors using a grid pattern formed from an electrically conductive material on a dielectric substrate. The grid pattern includes regularly spaced apertures forming an interconnected grid array of conductive traces. By severing connections between a separate conductive trace and the rest of the grid array, individual conductive traces are created. A first conductor from a first electrical cable is attached to a first contact pad defined by one of the separate conductive traces, and a second conductor from a second electrical cable is attached to a second contact pad defined by another separate conductive trace. This arrangement enables the interconnection of the first conductor to the second conductor via the separate conductive trace.
H01B 5/14 - Conducteurs ou corps conducteurs non isolés caractérisés par la forme comprenant des couches ou pellicules conductrices sur supports isolants
H01B 3/42 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolantEmploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques matières plastiquesIsolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolantEmploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques résinesIsolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolantEmploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires polyestersIsolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolantEmploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques matières plastiquesIsolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolantEmploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques résinesIsolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolantEmploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires polyéthersIsolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolantEmploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques matières plastiquesIsolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolantEmploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques résinesIsolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolantEmploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires polyacétals
H01B 13/00 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication de conducteurs ou câbles
H05K 1/18 - Circuits imprimés associés structurellement à des composants électriques non imprimés
50.
ELECTICAL SPLICE CONNECTOR FOR CONNECTING ELECTRICAL CABLES WITH CONDUCTOR PAIRS
An electrical splice connector may include a first splice terminal crimped to a first wire conductor of a first wire cable and crimped to a first wire conductor of a second wire cable. An electrical splice connector may include a second splice terminal crimped to a second wire conductor of the first wire cable and crimped to a second wire conductor of the second wire cable. An electrical splice connector include a dividing insulator formed of a dielectric material having a first cavity in which the first splice terminal is disposed and having a second cavity in which the second splice terminal is disposed. The second cavity is separated from the first cavity by a wall formed of the dielectric material.
H02G 15/18 - Jonctions de câbles protégées par des manchons, p. ex. pour câble de télécommunication
H01R 4/18 - Connexions conductrices de l'électricité entre plusieurs organes conducteurs en contact direct, c.-à-d. se touchant l'un l'autreMoyens pour réaliser ou maintenir de tels contactsConnexions conductrices de l'électricité ayant plusieurs emplacements espacés de connexion pour les conducteurs et utilisant des organes de contact pénétrant dans l'isolation effectuées uniquement par torsion, enroulage, pliage, sertissage ou autre déformation permanente par sertissage
H02G 1/00 - Méthodes ou appareils spécialement adaptés à l'installation, entretien, réparation, ou démontage des câbles ou lignes électriques
A method is provided for determining a pitch angle of a perception system of a vehicle with respect to a road surface on which the vehicle is located. Via the perception system, road perception information is detected from the road surface, and object perception information is detected from objects being different from the road surface. A primary pitch angle is determined by using the road perception information, and a relative pitch angle is determined by using the object perception information. The primary pitch angle and the relative pitch angle are combined in order to determine a final pitch angle of the perception system.
The disclosure presents an electrical connector assembly including a connector housing for receiving electrical terminals, a terminal position assurance (TPA) member mounted to the connector housing and movable between pre-locked and final locked positions, and an actuating member mounted to the connector housing and movable between first and second positions parallel to the terminals' receiving direction. The actuating member is designed to move the TPA member from the pre-locked to the final locked position when transitioning from its first to the second position. This innovative assembly provides enhanced functionality and ease of use in securing electrical terminals within the connector housing.
H01R 13/426 - Fixation de manière démontable par un dispositif de retenue indépendant et élastique porté par le socle ou par le boîtier, p. ex. par un collier
H01R 13/506 - SoclesBoîtiers composés de différentes pièces assemblées par enclenchement réciproque des pièces
H01R 13/64 - Moyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect
53.
BACK-UP ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY WITH ADAPTIVE BUS VOLTAGE CONTROL BASED ON CURRENT
This disclosure presents an electrical power supply system designed to power an electrical power supply bus efficiently. The system comprises an electronic controller in communication with a bidirectional boost/buck DC/DC converter connected to a charge storage medium, a first voltage sensor monitoring the power supply bus voltage, a second voltage sensor monitoring the charge storage medium voltage, and a current sensor measuring the charge storage medium current. The electronic controller is programmed to regulate the power supply bus voltage to a set target voltage using input from the first voltage sensor, monitor the charge storage medium voltage and current, estimate the power supply bus current based on the charge storage medium data, and adjust the power supply bus voltage to a lower target voltage if the estimated current exceeds a predetermined threshold.
An electrical power supply designed to supply electrical power to an electrical power bus is presented herein. The electrical power supply comprises an electronic controller connected to a DC/DC converter and a current sensor for measuring the converter's current. The DC/DC converter is linked to a power conductor of the electrical power bus through a first switch and to a ground conductor through a second switch. The electronic controller is programmed to manage the first and second switches, disconnecting the DC/DC converter from the power bus when the current surpasses a predetermined threshold. This innovative system ensures efficient power management and protection against overcurrent situations in electrical power supply applications.
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
H02M 1/00 - Détails d'appareils pour transformation
H02M 3/00 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu
H02M 3/155 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu sans transformation intermédiaire en courant alternatif par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs
55.
Method for Determining Radar Transmission and Reflection Characteristics
A method is provided for determining radar transmission and reflection characteristics of a vehicle component in proximity to a radar system. A parameter sweep array including input data sets is defined, each input data set including array elements which cover a range of a respective predefined parameter associated with the vehicle component. A reflection coefficient is calculated for radar waves transmitted by the radar system for each array element of the input data sets and for predefined angles with respect to a surface of the vehicle component. For each input data set and for each predefined angle, a respective worst-case element is determined having a maximum value of the reflection coefficient. A worst-case data set including the worst-case elements is generated for each input data set and for the predefined angles in order to provide a validation of the transmission and reflection characteristics of the vehicle component.
G01S 7/41 - Détails des systèmes correspondant aux groupes , , de systèmes selon le groupe utilisant l'analyse du signal d'écho pour la caractérisation de la cibleSignature de cibleSurface équivalente de cible
G01S 13/02 - Systèmes utilisant la réflexion d'ondes radio, p. ex. systèmes du type radar primaireSystèmes analogues
56.
CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY WITH DEVICE FOR ADAPTING A TERMINAL TO A CONNECTOR BODY AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING SAME
A connector assembly includes a connector housing defining a terminal cavity within, the terminal cavity having a first primary locking feature configured to retain a first terminal having a first retaining feature within the terminal cavity. The connector assembly also includes a second terminal having a second retaining feature that is configured to interface with a corresponding second primary locking feature that is of a different design than the first primary locking feature. The connector assembly further includes an adapter having a first attachment feature configured to engage with the second retaining feature of the second terminal to attach the second terminal to the adapter and having a second attachment feature configured to engage with the first primary locking feature of the terminal cavity to attach the adapter to the connector housing. A method of assembling a connector assembly is also presented.
H01R 13/424 - Fixation de manière démontable sur un socle ou dans un boîtier composé de plusieurs pièces isolantes dont l'une au moins est flexible
H01R 13/52 - Boîtiers protégés contre la poussière, les projections, les éclaboussures, l'eau ou les flammes
H01R 43/20 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour assembler les pièces de contact avec le socle isolant, le boîtier ou le manchon ou pour les en désassembler
57.
FLEXIBLE GROMMET WITH PROPELLER-SHAPED OPENING FOR CABLE HARNESS
This disclosure presents a grommet designed for accommodating cables, particularly in a vehicle wire harness application. The grommet features a sleeve body made of flexible material with two opposing openings. The first opening is uniquely shaped like a propeller in cross-section when viewed along the axial insertion direction in an unloaded state. This innovative design allows for efficient and secure cable insertion and retention within the grommet, enhancing the overall functionality and reliability of cable management systems in various vehicle applications.
An electrical terminal includes a cylindrical inner ferrule having a first portion and a second portion separated by at least one seam therebetween. An inner surface of the first portion and/or second portion defines a gripping feature that is configured to deform a cylindrical dielectric layer surrounding an electrical conductor of an electrical cable. The electrical terminal also includes a cylindrical outer ferrule surrounding the inner ferrule. A method of assembling an electrical cable is also presented.
H01R 24/40 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale ayant des contacts disposés concentriquement ou coaxialement spécialement adaptés à la haute fréquence
H01R 43/04 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour établir des connexions par déformation, p. ex. outil à plier
A dress cover designed to house and guide an elongate conductor is disclosed herein. The dress cover includes a flange for connection to a connector and a conductor conduit that is rotatably affixed to the flange. The conductor conduit can be secured in various radial orientations with respect to the flange, providing flexibility in directing the conductor within the dress cover. This innovative design allows for efficient containment and guidance of the conductor, enhancing the functionality and versatility of the dress cover in various applications.
The disclosure presents a fastener assembly comprising a plastic element with a fixing portion in the form of a plate having a top face and a bottom face, an inlet open at the edge, and locking means. The plastic element includes longitudinal and bottom border segments defining the inlet. Additionally, a metal insert with two legs and a junction between them, forming a U-shape, is provided. Each leg of the metal insert includes hooking means that cooperate with the locking means of the plastic element. This fastener assembly allows for secure and efficient fastening of components in various applications.
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
61.
Serial Peripheral Interface Communication System and Method
A method of serial peripheral interface (SPI) communication includes transmitting a data packet from a master device to a slave device. The data packet includes a read register address, a write register address, and write data. The read register address and the write register address correspond to a data register of a plurality of data registers of the slave device. The method includes receiving a portion of the data packet at the slave device. The portion of the data packet includes the read register address. The method includes reading the read register address in the data packet at the slave device. The method includes transmitting, from the slave device, data from the data register corresponding to the read register address of the slave device to the master device after the read register address has been read.
A computer implemented method for determining information related to an environment of a vehicle comprises the following steps carried out by computer hardware components: determining a point cloud based on measurement data, the point cloud comprising a plurality of points; determining respective features for each point of the point cloud; determining a grid structure based on the point cloud; determining a processed grid structure based on processing the grid structure using an artificial neural network; and determining at least one final grid structure based on the point cloud, the respective features for each point of the point cloud, and the processed grid structure.
G06V 20/58 - Reconnaissance d’objets en mouvement ou d’obstacles, p. ex. véhicules ou piétonsReconnaissance des objets de la circulation, p. ex. signalisation routière, feux de signalisation ou routes
G06V 10/82 - Dispositions pour la reconnaissance ou la compréhension d’images ou de vidéos utilisant la reconnaissance de formes ou l’apprentissage automatique utilisant les réseaux neuronaux
63.
Range And Range Rate Estimation For Stepped Frequency Waveform With Constant Pulse Repetition Period
Systems and methods are provided and include a radar system that transmits radar signals within frames having radar chirps. The radar chirps have a stepped frequency waveform such that the initial and end frequencies are changed for subsequent chirps and have a constant pulse repetition period between chirps. The radar system performs range fast Fourier transform (FFT) processing and Doppler FFT processing on receive values corresponding to reflected signals from an object. The radar system estimates range and range-rate information about the object based on range FFT values and Doppler FFT values using a signal model and determines information about the object based on the estimated range and range-rate information. The signal model includes (1) a fast-time dimension term corresponding to samples within a radar chirp and (2) a slow-time dimension term corresponding to individual radar chirps within the frame, with the slow-time dimension term including a second degree term.
A method is provided for positioning a perception sensor on a vehicle. A three-dimensional coverage map of the perception sensor is determined, and vehicle specific geometry characteristics are received. A coverage region for the perception sensor in a vicinity of the vehicle is estimated by combining the vehicle specific geometry characteristics and the three-dimensional coverage map of the perception sensor and by varying a spatial location of the perception sensor until the coverage region in the vicinity of the vehicle is optimized.
A method of operating a data recording device for Autonomous Driving, or Advanced Driver Assistant Systems applications for vehicles is provided. The data recording device comprises a data logging unit, a computing unit, a storage unit and a relevancy determination unit including at least one relevancy determination module. The storage unit includes a circular buffer and a persistent storage region. The method comprises retrieving sensor data acquired by sensors, storing the sensor data in the circular buffer, retrieving and storing perception results or neural network embeddings from the sensor data and deciding whether the retrieved perception results or neural network embeddings are considered relevant or irrelevant, and triggering a transfer of the sensor data from the circular buffer to the persistent storage region in case the perception results or neural network embeddings corresponding to the sensor data are considered relevant.
G07C 5/08 - Enregistrement ou indication de données de marche autres que le temps de circulation, de fonctionnement, d'arrêt ou d'attente, avec ou sans enregistrement des temps de circulation, de fonctionnement, d'arrêt ou d'attente
A computerized method of vehicular safety monitoring includes determining a driver-associated state based on data from one or more sensors of a vehicle. At least one sensor captures a cabin of the vehicle. The method includes comparing the driver-associated state to one or more predefined rules. The method includes, in response to detection of a violation of a rule of the one or more rules, triggering a warning event.
B60K 28/04 - Dispositifs de sécurité pour la commande des ensembles de propulsion spécialement adaptés aux véhicules ou aménagés dans ceux-ci, p. ex. empêchant l'alimentation en carburant ou l'allumage en cas de danger sensibles à des conditions relatives au conducteur sensibles à la présence ou à l'absence de conducteur, p. ex. au poids ou à l'absence de poids
B60Q 9/00 - Agencement ou adaptation des dispositifs de signalisation non prévus dans l'un des groupes principaux
G06V 20/59 - Contexte ou environnement de l’image à l’intérieur d’un véhicule, p. ex. concernant l’occupation des sièges, l’état du conducteur ou les conditions de l’éclairage intérieur
A heat exchanger for a vehicle heat management system comprising a first cooling loop and a second cooling loop which is separate from the first cooling loop. The heat exchanger is configured to enable a thermal coupling of the first cooling loop and the second cooling loop. In a coupled condition, the first cooling loop, the second cooling loop and the heat exchanger are configured such that heat can be dissipated from one or more vehicle elements of a vehicle to the first cooling loop and can be further dissipated from the first cooling loop to the second cooling loop via the heat exchanger. The heat exchanger is configured to electrically isolate the first cooling loop from the second cooling loop.
A pass-through connector system for wall installation includes an electrical terminal for connection with a counter-terminal of a mating connector. The connector features an inner head and an outer head designed to be joined across a wall or shield orifice, with an outer hooking member on the outer head and an inner hooking member on the inner head engaging to secure the heads together. A movable locking element on the inner head transitions between locked and unlocked positions, with assistance members facilitating disengagement of the hooking members. This innovative design allows for secure mating with a counter-connector while enabling easy disassembly for maintenance or reconfiguration.
H01R 13/73 - Moyens de montage des pièces de couplage sur les appareils ou structures, p. ex. sur un mur
H01R 43/20 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour assembler les pièces de contact avec le socle isolant, le boîtier ou le manchon ou pour les en désassembler
An electrical power supply circuit includes at least two power supply branches. Each power supply branch includes a first semiconductor switch configured to be electrically connected to a power source. Each power supply branch includes a second semiconductor switch in series with the first semiconductor switch and electrically connected to a common output of the electrical power supply circuit. Each power supply branch includes a first resistor. A first end of the first resistor is electrically connected to an electrical connection between the first semiconductor switch and the second semiconductor switch. A second end of the first resistor is configured to be electrically connected to a reference potential.
G01R 31/00 - Dispositions pour tester les propriétés électriquesDispositions pour la localisation des pannes électriquesDispositions pour tests électriques caractérisées par ce qui est testé, non prévues ailleurs
H02M 3/158 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu sans transformation intermédiaire en courant alternatif par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec commande automatique de la tension ou du courant de sortie, p. ex. régulateurs à commutation comprenant plusieurs dispositifs à semi-conducteurs comme dispositifs de commande finale pour une charge unique
The disclosure shows a connector assembly including at least one signal transmission wire terminated to a signal contact, housed within a connector housing consisting of a first and second connector half with latches for interlocking the first and second connector halves. Additionally, a metal sleeve is fitted around and securely locked onto the connector housing. This assembly provides a robust and secure connection for signal transmission, ensuring reliable performance and durability in various applications.
H01R 43/18 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour la fabrication de socles ou de boîtiers pour pièces de contact
71.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES
This disclosure relates to an electrical connection system for automotive applications, featuring an outer housing with a defined mating direction and a female terminal. The female terminal includes a first elongate portion aligned parallel to the mating direction and partially housed within the outer housing, a second elongate portion oriented differently, and a bent portion between them. The first elongate portion has a receiving end for mating with a male terminal, while the bent portion includes supporting members to secure the female terminal within the outer housing, preventing movement. This innovative design ensures stable and reliable electrical connections in automotive systems.
H01R 24/28 - Pièces de couplage portant des broches, des lames ou des contacts analogues, assujetties uniquement à un fil ou un câble
H01R 24/76 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale avec des broches, des pinces ou des contacts analogues, assujettis à l'appareil ou à la structure, p. ex. à une paroi
H01R 43/16 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour la fabrication des pièces de contact, p. ex. par découpage et pliage
H01R 43/18 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour la fabrication de socles ou de boîtiers pour pièces de contact
72.
Physical Driver Condition Determination for Vehicle Safety
A computer-implemented method for determining a physical condition of a driver of a vehicle. The method includes receiving at least one image taken by a vehicle camera. The image shows at least a part of the driver and a sensor to be operated by the driver to determine the physical condition. The method includes determining, based on the image, if the sensor is operated by the driver.
B60W 40/08 - Calcul ou estimation des paramètres de fonctionnement pour les systèmes d'aide à la conduite de véhicules routiers qui ne sont pas liés à la commande d'un sous-ensemble particulier liés aux conducteurs ou aux passagers
B60K 28/06 - Dispositifs de sécurité pour la commande des ensembles de propulsion spécialement adaptés aux véhicules ou aménagés dans ceux-ci, p. ex. empêchant l'alimentation en carburant ou l'allumage en cas de danger sensibles à des conditions relatives au conducteur sensibles à l'incapacité du conducteur
B60K 35/10 - Dispositions d'entrée, c.-à-d. de l'utilisateur au véhicule, associées aux fonctions du véhicule ou spécialement adaptées à celles-ci
73.
Systems and Methods for Shaping Flexible Circuits to Improve Routing and Attachment
A system and method for shaping a flexible circuit (FC) having a set of conductive traces disposed within a set of insulation layers and a shaped FC, each involve using a non-conductive tool defining complimentary first and second tool portions and a shape therebetween, the tool being configured to receive a portion of the FC therebetween the first and second tool portions, a set of conductive heating elements arranged substantially in parallel with each other and disposed within the first and second tool portions, and a power source configured to provide power to the conductive heating elements causing the conductive heating elements to generate heat energy to shape the FC portion without removing any of the FC portion.
H05K 3/00 - Appareils ou procédés pour la fabrication de circuits imprimés
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
This document describes motion planning with variable grid resolution for graph-search-based planning. An example system includes a processor that obtains an initial pose, a goal pose, and an obstacle map for an environment. The processor uses a motion-planning algorithm to determine a path or trajectory using two or more grid resolutions for a graph-based search. The path includes a series of waypoints, including two-dimensional positional coordinates (and time coordinates if a trajectory), to navigate from the initial pose towards the goal pose. Operation of the host vehicle is then controlled to maneuver along the path using an assisted-driving or autonomous-driving system. In this way, motion planning is performed for the entire path but uses a coarser grid resolution for the portion nearer the goal pose. This allows motion planning for autonomous parking, especially in environments that include static and dynamic objects, to be handled in a more computationally-efficient manner.
A right-angled connector is disclosed, including a connector housing with a forward stop surface designed to secure a right-angled terminal in a terminal cavity. The right-angled terminal features a connection section for interfacing with a corresponding terminal and an attachment section for conductor attachment. A cover, attached to the connector housing, encloses the terminal cavity and includes a rearward stop surface to limit the motion of the connection section to less than 0.5 mm along the connection axis. This design ensures precise positioning and retention of the right-angled terminal within the connector, enhancing stability and reliability of connections.
H01R 13/506 - SoclesBoîtiers composés de différentes pièces assemblées par enclenchement réciproque des pièces
H01R 13/426 - Fixation de manière démontable par un dispositif de retenue indépendant et élastique porté par le socle ou par le boîtier, p. ex. par un collier
H01R 13/58 - Moyens pour atténuer l'effort de tension sur le câble de connexion, p. ex. serre-câble
H01R 43/20 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour assembler les pièces de contact avec le socle isolant, le boîtier ou le manchon ou pour les en désassembler
76.
METHOD OF ASSEMBLING AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR AND AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
A method of assembling an electrical connector includes the steps of providing an insulated flexible flat cable having a plurality of electrical conductors, inserting the flat cable within a connector housing, inserting the flat cable within a terminal housing, attaching a plurality of electrical terminals to the plurality of electrical conductors, pulling the flat cable to draw the plurality of electrical terminals within a plurality of terminal cavities defined in the terminal housing, and pulling the flat cable to further draw the terminal housing within the connector housing. An electrical connector assembly which may be made by this method is also disclosed.
H01R 43/20 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour assembler les pièces de contact avec le socle isolant, le boîtier ou le manchon ou pour les en désassembler
H01R 24/60 - Contacts espacés le long de la paroi latérale plane transversalement par rapport à l'axe longitudinal d’engagement
The present invention relates to a cable housing, in particular a splice saver, for accommodating two cables. The cable housing includes a cable mounting slot in a wall of the cable housing. The slot comprises a cable-insertion portion configured to receive a cable. The cable-insertion portion comprises a first width. The slot further comprises a cable-retention portion configured to retain the cable by force fit and/or form fit. Moreover, the cable-retention portion comprises a second width which is smaller than the first width. Further, the cable-retention portion comprises a knife edge configured to retain the cable by means of force fit and/or form fit.
H01R 4/2433 - Plaques planes, p. ex. plaques planes multi-couches montées sur un support isolant une partie du support pouvant être déplacée pour enfoncer le câble dans l’entaille
H01R 43/01 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour connecter des conducteurs non dénudés à des pièces de contact ayant des bords coupant l'isolation
H01R 43/02 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour connexions soudées
A redundant electrical ground supply system includes a common electrical ground output, a first resistor, and a second resistor. The common electrical ground output is configured to be electrically connected to or disconnected from a first electrical ground input and/or a second electrical ground input. The first resistor is configured to be electrically connected to or disconnected from the first electrical ground input and/or a battery voltage. The second resistor is configured to be electrically connected to or disconnected from the second electrical ground input and/or a battery voltage.
H02J 9/06 - Circuits pour alimentation de puissance de secours ou de réserve, p. ex. pour éclairage de secours dans lesquels le système de distribution est déconnecté de la source normale et connecté à une source de réserve avec commutation automatique
A connector system includes a connector housing with electrical contacts for engaging counter-contacts of a counter-connector. The system features a lever mechanism with a lever arm connected to the housing via a joint, enabling movement between open and closed positions. In the open position, the counter-connector can be partially mated, while in the closed position, full mating is achieved. The lever includes a securing portion extending through an opening in the housing wall to secure the lever in place. This design facilitates the mating process between the connector and counter-connector, ensuring a reliable and secure electrical connection.
H01R 13/629 - Moyens additionnels pour faciliter l'engagement ou la séparation des pièces de couplage, p. ex. moyens pour aligner ou guider, leviers, pression de gaz
H01R 13/502 - SoclesBoîtiers composés de différentes pièces
H01R 13/639 - Moyens additionnels pour maintenir ou verrouiller les pièces de couplage entre elles après l'engagement
H01R 43/26 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour engager ou séparer les deux pièces d'un dispositif de couplage
80.
Trajectory Planning in a Three-Dimensional Search Space with a Space-Time Artificial Potential Field
This document describes trajectory planning in a three-dimensional (3D) search space with a space-time artificial potential field. An example system includes a processor that obtains an initial pose, a goal pose, and an obstacle map for an environment. The processor uses a parking trajectory algorithm to determine a trajectory by searching in a space-time artificial potential field. The trajectory includes a series of 3D waypoints, including two-dimensional (2D) positional coordinates and time coordinates, to navigate from the initial pose towards the goal pose. Operation of the host vehicle is then controlled to maneuver along the trajectory using an assisted-driving or autonomous-driving system. In this way, path searching is performed in the entire 3D search space rather than iterating between two 2D search planes. This allows motion planning for autonomous parking, especially with static and dynamic objects present, to determine an optimal trajectory in a single iteration.
Described herein is NLS using a bounded linear initial search space and a fixed grid with pre-calculated variables. Specifically, first and second signals with unknown first and second elevation angles, respectively, are received that have been reflected by an object, with the second signal also having been reflected off the ground. A line of second angles is then established as a function of first angles, a sensor height, and a range to the object. The first angles being bound by a function of the sensor height and the range and a function of the sensor height, the range, and the maximum height. A search algorithm is then used to search for an initial elevation angle pair along the line. The initial elevation angle pair may then be fed into a refinement algorithm (e.g., non-linear least squares) to determine the elevation angles associated with the first and second signals.
B60W 40/02 - Calcul ou estimation des paramètres de fonctionnement pour les systèmes d'aide à la conduite de véhicules routiers qui ne sont pas liés à la commande d'un sous-ensemble particulier liés aux conditions ambiantes
B60W 60/00 - Systèmes d’aide à la conduite spécialement adaptés aux véhicules routiers autonomes
G06F 18/2453 - Techniques de classification relatives à la surface de décision non linéaire, p. ex. classificateur polynomial
82.
NLS Using a Bounded Linear Initial Search Space and a Fixed Grid with Pre-Calculated Variables
Described herein is NLS using a bounded linear initial search space and a fixed grid with pre-calculated variables. An initial first elevation angle corresponding to a direct reflection from an object and an initial second elevation angle corresponding to a multi-path reflection from the object are received along with a grid comprising pre-calculated variables for each of a plurality of grid points. The initial elevation angle pair is then refined by, for a plurality of iterations, determining a closest grid point to a current elevation angle pair and performing a non-linear least squares iteration on the closest grid point using the pre-calculated variables for the closest grid point to determine a next elevation angle pair. When the iterations have converged, a height of the object is calculated based on a final elevation angle pair.
G01B 15/02 - Dispositions pour la mesure caractérisées par l'utilisation d'ondes électromagnétiques ou de radiations de particules, p. ex. par l'utilisation de micro-ondes, de rayons X, de rayons gamma ou d'électrons pour mesurer l'épaisseur
G01S 13/931 - Radar ou systèmes analogues, spécialement adaptés pour des applications spécifiques pour prévenir les collisions de véhicules terrestres
83.
Methods And Systems For Calibrating A Motion Sensor
A computer implemented method for calibrating a motion sensor arranged at a vehicle and configured to output a raw motion measurement value indicative of a current motion condition of the vehicle comprises: computing processed motion measurement values by modifying the outputted raw motion measurement value based on a set of different calibration parameters, monitoring the vicinity of the vehicle by means of an environment perception sensor, determining a set of occupancy maps by means of mapping data acquired by the environment perception sensor in accordance with a motion model for the vehicle, wherein each of the processed motion measurement values is used to establish the motion model for one of the occupancy maps, and selecting, based on a comparison of the determined occupancy maps, one of the different calibration parameters for modifying subsequently outputted raw motion measurement values.
G01C 25/00 - Fabrication, étalonnage, nettoyage ou réparation des instruments ou des dispositifs mentionnés dans les autres groupes de la présente sous-classe
G01C 21/00 - NavigationInstruments de navigation non prévus dans les groupes
G01C 22/00 - Mesure de la distance parcourue sur le sol par des véhicules, des personnes, des animaux ou autres corps solides en mouvement, p. ex. en utilisant des odomètres ou en utilisant des podomètres
An electronic device in a vehicle includes at least one interface to a vehicle bus, at least one processor, and at least one memory including program code. The program code causes the electronic device to configure the interface to communicate with a controller in the vehicle over a transport protocol. The program code causes the electronic device to be accessible to the controller over the interface as a block device. The program code causes the electronic device to, upon receiving, from the controller, a request to access the block device over the transport protocol, read data from the block device and transmit, to the controller, the data over the transport protocol.
The present disclosure presents an electrical connector comprising a connector housing with machine-readable indicia printed on its surface. The indicia is bordered by a darker background on the surface, ensuring ample contrast for accurate reading by a digital scanner. This innovative design enhances the readability and reliability of the indicia, facilitating efficient data capture and identification processes.
G06K 19/06 - Supports d'enregistrement pour utilisation avec des machines et avec au moins une partie prévue pour supporter des marques numériques caractérisés par le genre de marque numérique, p. ex. forme, nature, code
86.
TERMINAL ASSEMBLY WITH TERMINAL INSPECTION PORT AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING SAME
A terminal assembly includes an insulative body having a terminal cavity formed within; a first terminal disposed within the terminal cavity; and a second terminal having an interface configured to connect with the first terminal within the terminal cavity. The insulative body defines an opening extending from an outer surface of the insulative body to the terminal cavity. The opening is sized, shaped, and arranged to provide visual access to verify a connection between the first and second terminals. Several methods of assembling such a terminal assembly are also disclosed.
H01R 13/6585 - Matériau de blindage entourant individuellement des contacts espacés les uns des autres ou interposé entre ces derniers
H01R 43/20 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour assembler les pièces de contact avec le socle isolant, le boîtier ou le manchon ou pour les en désassembler
87.
Flexible Circuit to Terminal Connector With Wiping Electrical Contacts
Electrical connector systems and methods create an electrical connection between a flexible circuit (FC) and a metal terminal of another connector. A reliable electrical connection is achieved with a low-cost tin contact plating, by an automatic FC to metal terminal wiping action with contact force, during the connector to FC assembly process. The connector to FC assembly process is also well suited for automated robotic assembly, which can save costs compared to manual assembly/installation.
H01R 12/77 - Dispositifs de couplage pour circuits imprimés flexibles, câbles plats ou à rubans ou structures similaires
H01R 13/52 - Boîtiers protégés contre la poussière, les projections, les éclaboussures, l'eau ou les flammes
H01R 43/26 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour engager ou séparer les deux pièces d'un dispositif de couplage
88.
CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING SUCH A CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY
The present invention discloses a connector assembly including a support, a connector with a housing for first electrical terminals, a counter-connector with a housing for second electrical terminals to mate with the connector and securing members for longitudinal securing. The support accommodates the connector, and the securing members include a first section to secure the connector to the support and a second section to secure the counter-connector to the connector. This assembly provides a reliable and efficient connection system for electrical terminals, enhancing stability and ease of use in various applications.
H01R 24/28 - Pièces de couplage portant des broches, des lames ou des contacts analogues, assujetties uniquement à un fil ou un câble
H01R 24/76 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale avec des broches, des pinces ou des contacts analogues, assujettis à l'appareil ou à la structure, p. ex. à une paroi
H01R 43/26 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour engager ou séparer les deux pièces d'un dispositif de couplage
A sensor unit includes a sensor part and a housing. The housing includes one or more annular surfaces configured to engage with the sensor part at a peripheral mating annular surface thereof. During assembly of the sensor unit, a relative rotatable position of the housing and the sensor part is selectable to align the sensor part with a reference feature of the housing.
A housing for accommodating at least part of a sensor device includes a plurality of opening positions and a connector device. The opening positions are formed into housing. The opening positions enable selection of a position and a direction of the connector device into the housing for, at one end, electrically communicating with a terminal portion of the sensor device within the housing and, at another end, being compatible with an external connector.
The present disclosure relates to a cable sleeve assembly for mounting on a part, such as a vehicle body part. The cable sleeve assembly includes a cable sleeve for receiving one or more cables, such as a harness for a vehicle and a connection device including an opening configured to receive and to substantially hold the cable sleeve. The connection device is configured to be mounted on the part, such as the vehicle body part. The connection device is split into at least two pieces, preferably two pieces, which allows the size of the opening to be increased and/or decreased.
A method of performing Cross-Domain Spatial matching (CDSM) for monocular object detection in 3D free space surrounding a vehicle includes receiving into an image processing network, from a camera of the vehicle, at least one input image, determining from the input image, a set of 2D image features of potential targets in surrounding the vehicle, transforming the set of 2D image features into a set of 3D image features of the potential targets by aligning a lateral axis and a vertical axis of the 2D image features with, respectively, a tensor height axis and a tensor width axis of a 3D birds eye view grid, applying a CDSM aggregation to the 3D image features to extrapolate depth information, and generating a set of aggregated 3D features to the potential targets, and detecting, based on the aggregated 3D features, one or more objects associated with the potential targets.
G06V 20/58 - Reconnaissance d’objets en mouvement ou d’obstacles, p. ex. véhicules ou piétonsReconnaissance des objets de la circulation, p. ex. signalisation routière, feux de signalisation ou routes
G06T 7/50 - Récupération de la profondeur ou de la forme
G06V 10/24 - Alignement, centrage, détection de l’orientation ou correction de l’image
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
G06V 10/80 - Fusion, c.-à-d. combinaison des données de diverses sources au niveau du capteur, du prétraitement, de l’extraction des caractéristiques ou de la classification
93.
Power Electronics With Integrated Ultracapacitor Energy Storage
A system includes a set of ultracapacitors, an input characterized by a first nominal voltage, an output characterized by a second nominal voltage, a direct current to direct current (DC-DC) converter, and switching power electronics electrically connected to the set of ultracapacitors. The DC-DC converter is configured to convert power from the input at the first nominal voltage to power at the output at the second nominal voltage. The DC-DC converter includes a magnetic coupling system that electromagnetically couples a first side of the DC-DC converter to a second side of the DC-DC converter. The magnetic coupling system electromagnetically couples the switching power electronics to the second side of the DC-DC converter.
H02M 3/158 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu sans transformation intermédiaire en courant alternatif par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec commande automatique de la tension ou du courant de sortie, p. ex. régulateurs à commutation comprenant plusieurs dispositifs à semi-conducteurs comme dispositifs de commande finale pour une charge unique
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
H02J 7/34 - Fonctionnement en parallèle, dans des réseaux, de batteries avec d'autres sources à courant continu, p. ex. batterie tampon
94.
External Sensing for Monitoring Health of Vehicle Electric Energy Storage
This document describes external sensing for passively monitoring health of vehicle electric energy storage. Techniques for relying on measurements reported from sensors arranged external to an energy storage device (ESD) are described. Overall health of the ESD is inferred without relying on charging circuits or self-diagnosing on the ESD. External measurements (e.g., capacitive, inductance, temperature) are used to identify potential physical deformations or other signs of physical failure of an ESD. These measurements provide early warnings of impending ESD failure. Other ESD monitors may fail to detect these conditions and/or be too slow to prevent damage from thermal runaways or other catastrophic failures when they occur. A described unintrusive ESD health monitoring is described to enhance ESD safety; dangerous surface temperatures, physical swelling, or other unsafe conditions are detected early to intervene and cease operations before it is too late.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
G01B 7/16 - Dispositions pour la mesure caractérisées par l'utilisation de techniques électriques ou magnétiques pour mesurer les déformations dans un solide, p. ex. au moyen d'une jauge de contrainte à résistance
G01R 31/36 - Dispositions pour le test, la mesure ou la surveillance de l’état électrique d’accumulateurs ou de batteries, p. ex. de la capacité ou de l’état de charge
This document describes techniques and systems for fusion of object classes. Sensor data, related to an object, can be obtained from different types of sensor systems. Using techniques based on a Dempster Shafer framework, masses of each potential object class based on data from a respective sensor can be calculated. The respective masses of each potential object class, based on the different sensor systems, can be combined to generate a fused mass for each potential object class. Probabilities for each potential object class can be calculated based on the respective fused masses. An assigned object class for the object can be selected based on a probability exceeding some decision threshold. This assigned object class may then be available for an object tracker, an object fusion system, or other vehicle system resulting in a safer driving experience.
G06V 10/80 - Fusion, c.-à-d. combinaison des données de diverses sources au niveau du capteur, du prétraitement, de l’extraction des caractéristiques ou de la classification
B60W 60/00 - Systèmes d’aide à la conduite spécialement adaptés aux véhicules routiers autonomes
G06V 10/764 - Dispositions pour la reconnaissance ou la compréhension d’images ou de vidéos utilisant la reconnaissance de formes ou l’apprentissage automatique utilisant la classification, p. ex. des objets vidéo
G06V 20/58 - Reconnaissance d’objets en mouvement ou d’obstacles, p. ex. véhicules ou piétonsReconnaissance des objets de la circulation, p. ex. signalisation routière, feux de signalisation ou routes
96.
Methods And Systems For Determining A Beam Vector List For Object Detection
A computer implemented method for determining a beam vector list for object detection may include the following steps carried out by computer hardware components: receiving radar data from at least one radar sensor; determining range information and velocity information based on the radar data; and determining at least one beam vector list based on the range information and the velocity information using a neural network.
G01S 7/41 - Détails des systèmes correspondant aux groupes , , de systèmes selon le groupe utilisant l'analyse du signal d'écho pour la caractérisation de la cibleSignature de cibleSurface équivalente de cible
A current measurement circuit includes an operational amplifier, an input connector, a gain control sub-circuit, and a measurement output. The operational amplifier includes two inputs and an output. The input connector is for connecting the two inputs across a current-sense resistor. The gain control sub-circuit is connected to the output and includes a switch operable to select a current path from a plurality of current paths. The measurement output is connected to the gain control sub-circuit for outputting a signal indicating a measured current based on a selected current path. The gain control sub-circuit is configured to select a gain across the operational amplifier based on a ratio between the input connector and the selected current path.
G01R 19/165 - Indication de ce qu'un courant ou une tension est, soit supérieur ou inférieur à une valeur prédéterminée, soit à l'intérieur ou à l'extérieur d'une plage de valeurs prédéterminée
G01R 19/00 - Dispositions pour procéder aux mesures de courant ou de tension ou pour en indiquer l'existence ou le signe
H03G 1/00 - Détails des dispositions pour le réglage de l'amplification
98.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY WITH THERMAL MANAGEMENT
The disclosure shows an electrical connector assembly including a connector housing with a cavity housing an electrical terminal, and a cover designed to enclose the cavity for protection and thermal management. The cover features a thermal management mechanism with multiple pneumatic ports strategically positioned to guide airflow through the cavity. This innovative design ensures efficient heat dissipation within the cavity, enhancing the overall performance and longevity of the electrical connector assembly.
H01R 13/533 - Socles ou boîtiers conçus pour l'emploi dans des conditions extrêmes, p. ex. haute température, rayonnements, vibrations, environnement corrosif, pression
B60L 50/64 - Détails de construction des batteries spécialement adaptées aux véhicules électriques
H05K 7/20 - Modifications en vue de faciliter la réfrigération, l'aération ou le chauffage
A method for operating an angle resolving radar device for automotive applications comprises: routing first and second antenna signals between a radar circuit and an antenna device; transducing, with a first antenna comprising a first set of antenna elements, between the first antenna signal and a first radiation field, the first radiation field having a first phase center; transducing, with a second antenna comprising a second set of antenna elements, between the second antenna signal and a second radiation field, the second radiation field having a second phase center with a location shifted with respect to a location of the first phase center, the first set of antenna elements and the second set of antenna elements sharing one or more common antenna elements; and constructing an angle resolving virtual antenna array using the locations of the first and second phase centers as first and second antenna positions, respectively.
A joining element for coupling two parts of a housing includes a first pair of resilient engagement elements for receiving a first part of the housing and a second pair of resilient engagement elements for receiving a second part of the housing to be coupled to the first part. The first pair of resilient engagement elements is configured to receive and engage with the first part of the housing by a first engagement force. The second pair of resilient engagement elements is configured to receive and engage with the second part of the housing by a second engagement force. Securing the second part by the second pair of resilient engagement elements causes an increase in the first engagement force on the first part.
