公开(公告)号：US20190092360A1

公开(公告)日：2019-03-28

申请号：US16143035

申请日：2018-09-26

Applicant: Thales Canada Inc

Inventor： Alon GREEN ,  Walter KINIO ,  Peter TIMMERMANS

IPC: B61L25/02 ,  G01S13/06 ,  G01S13/58 ,  G01S13/86 ,  G01S17/06 ,  G01S17/58

Abstract: A system comprises a first sensor on a first end of a vehicle and an on-board controller coupled to the first sensor. The first sensor is configured to detect a radio frequency (RF) signature of a marker along a guideway. The first sensor is a radar detection device. The on-board controller is configured to determine a first position of the vehicle on the guideway or a first distance from the position of the vehicle to a stopping location along the guideway based on at least the RF signature received from the first sensor. The marker is a metasurface plate comprising a first diffused element, a first retroreflector element, a first absorbing element and a second diffused element between the first retroreflector element and the first absorbing element.

公开(公告)号：US10220863B2

公开(公告)日：2019-03-05

申请号：US15960067

申请日：2018-04-23

Applicant: Thales Canada Inc

Inventor： Alon Green ,  Walter Kinio ,  Rodney Ignatius ,  Firth Whitwam

IPC: B61L25/02 ,  B61L27/00 ,  B61L25/00

Abstract: A system comprises a set of sensors on a first end of a vehicle having the first end and a second end, and a controller. The sensors are configured to generate corresponding sensor data based on a detected marker along a direction of movement of the vehicle. A first sensor has a first inclination angle with respect to the detected marker, and a second sensor has a second inclination angle with respect to the detected marker. The controller is configured to compare a time at which the first sensor detected the marker with a time at which the second sensor detected the marker to identify the first end or the second end as a leading end of the vehicle, and to calculate a position of the leading end of the vehicle based on the sensor data generated by one or more of the first sensor or the second sensor.

公开(公告)号：US20170169976A1

公开(公告)日：2017-06-15

申请号：US15355113

申请日：2016-11-18

Applicant: Thales Canada Inc

Inventor： Abe KANNER ,  Mihai LUNGO ,  Janice ZHAO

IPC: H01H47/00 ,  B61L7/06 ,  B60M3/04 ,  B61L23/00 ,  G05B15/02 ,  B60T7/12

CPC classification number: H01H47/002 ,  B60M3/04 ,  B60T7/12 ,  B60T7/18 ,  B60T13/665 ,  B60T17/228 ,  B61L7/06 ,  B61L15/0036 ,  B61L15/0063 ,  B61L15/0081 ,  B61L23/005 ,  G05B15/02 ,  H02J3/006

Abstract: A system and method provide seamless control switchover through an input coupled to a power line and a safety apparatus that actuates if the input remains de-energized for a first time interval. Each of a plurality of subsystems has a control unit that controls a power source to energize the power line and is capable of transitioning between master and slave states. A first switch or second and third switches in series couple the power source to the power line. The first switch is closed during master state operation. The second switch is closed during slave operation and the third switch is open if any subsystem control unit is in master state. The system is configured to open or close the first switch, the second switch, or the third switch responsive to a transition of a control unit to or from master state within the first time interval.

公开(公告)号：US09499185B2

公开(公告)日：2016-11-22

申请号：US14137461

申请日：2013-12-20

Applicant: Thales Canada Inc

Inventor： Alon Green ,  Firth Whitwam

IPC: B61L25/00 ,  B61L25/04 ,  B61L19/06 ,  B61L21/06

CPC classification number: B61L25/045 ,  B61L19/06 ,  B61L21/06 ,  B61L25/04 ,  B61L25/048

Abstract: A multimodal guideway vehicle sensor includes a passive sensor, an active sensor and an unique identification (ID) sensor. The passive sensor is configured to receive and detect a first electromagnetic radiation from a guideway vehicle. The active sensor configured to transmit a second electromagnetic radiation and receive and detect the second electromagnetic radiation reflected from the guideway vehicle. The ID sensor that detects an ID associated with the guideway vehicle. The multimodal guideway vehicle sensor also includes a data fusion center that combines signals from the passive sensor, the active sensor and the ID sensor to produce guideway vehicle information about the guideway vehicle.

Abstract translation: 多模式导轨车辆传感器包括无源传感器，主动传感器和独特的识别（ID）传感器。 无源传感器被配置为接收和检测来自导轨车辆的第一电磁辐射。 有源传感器被配置为传输第二电磁辐射并且接收和检测从导轨车辆反射的第二电磁辐射。 检测与导轨车辆相关联的ID的ID传感器。 多模式导轨车辆传感器还包括数据融合中心，其组合来自无源传感器，主动传感器和ID传感器的信号，以产生关于导轨车辆的导轨车辆信息。

公开(公告)号：US20160318626A1

公开(公告)日：2016-11-03

申请号：US15105217

申请日：2014-12-17

Applicant: THALES CANADA INC.

Inventor： Franck Edward Gansmandel ,  Jacques Nacouzi ,  Étienne Alepins ,  Yvon Nazon ,  Patrick Cadotte ,  Frédérick Clément

IPC: B64D47/00 ,  H04L29/08

CPC classification number: B64D47/00 ,  G05B19/0428 ,  H04L12/40 ,  H04L12/6418 ,  H04L67/12

Abstract: A system and a method are disclosed for managing a plurality of critical functions in an aircraft, the system comprising at least one data providing unit for providing digital signals, wherein at least one digital signal is associated with a given critical function of the plurality of critical functions; at least one transmission path coupled to the at least one providing unit; a memory unit for storing an operating system and a plurality of critical applications managing the plurality of critical functions; and a processing unit operatively coupled to the memory unit and configured to receive the digital signals along the at least one transmission path, the processing unit for executing the operating system and the plurality of critical applications, wherein the execution of the plurality of critical applications is managed by the operating system to accommodate fast loops and to ensure independence of the plurality of critical applications.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于管理飞机中的多个关键功能的系统和方法，所述系统包括用于提供数字信号的至少一个数据提供单元，其中至少一个数字信号与所述多个关键功能的给定关键功能相关联 功能; 耦合到所述至少一个提供单元的至少一个传输路径; 存储单元，用于存储操作系统和管理多个关键功能的多个关键应用; 以及处理单元，其可操作地耦合到所述存储器单元并且被配置为沿着所述至少一个传输路径接收所述数字信号，所述处理单元用于执行所述操作系统和所述多个关键应用，其中所述多个关键应用的执行是 由操作系统管理以适应快速循环并确保多个关键应用的独立性。

公开(公告)号：US09227641B2

公开(公告)日：2016-01-05

申请号：US13886674

申请日：2013-05-03

Applicant: Thales Canada Inc

Inventor： Carl Schwellnus ,  Colin Bantin

IPC: B61L25/00 ,  B61L25/02 ,  B61L3/12

CPC classification number: B61L25/026 ,  B61L3/121 ,  B61L25/02 ,  B61L25/023 ,  B61L25/025 ,  B61L25/04

Abstract: A position determining system for a vehicle on a guideway which includes an on-board controller configured to determine a position of the vehicle on the guideway. The position determining system further includes a transmitter/detector array configured to emit an interrogation signal and to receive reflection signals based on the emitted interrogation signal. The transmitter/detector array includes a first antenna and a second antenna, the second antenna spaced from the first antenna in a direction of travel of the vehicle. The position determining system further includes a transponder identification database configured to store transponder information. The on-board controller is configured to determine the position of the vehicle along the guideway based on a modulated reflection signal received by the transmitter/detector array and a first non-modulated reflection signal received by the transmitter/detector array.

Abstract translation: 一种用于在导轨上的车辆的位置确定系统，其包括车载控制器，该车载控制器被配置为确定车辆在导轨上的位置。 位置确定系统还包括发射器/检测器阵列，其被配置为发射询问信号并且基于发射的询问信号接收反射信号。 发射机/检测器阵列包括第一天线和第二天线，第二天线与车辆行进方向上的第一天线间隔开。 位置确定系统还包括被配置为存储应答器信息的应答器识别数据库。 车载控制器被配置为基于由发射器/检测器阵列接收的调制反射信号和由发射器/检测器阵列接收的第一非调制反射信号来确定车辆沿导轨的位置。

公开(公告)号：US09156482B2

公开(公告)日：2015-10-13

申请号：US13968944

申请日：2013-08-16

Applicant: Thales Canada Inc

Inventor： Abe Kanner ,  Firth Whitwam ,  Mohammed El-Azizy ,  Philip Chorazy

IPC: B61L27/00 ,  B61L99/00 ,  B61L3/12 ,  B61L3/22 ,  B61L25/02

CPC classification number: B61L27/0005 ,  B61L3/121 ,  B61L3/227 ,  B61L25/025 ,  B61L27/0038 ,  B61L99/00

Abstract: A locator loop control system includes a guideway configured to define a travel path of a vehicle. The locator loop control system further includes a locator loop located along the guideway, the locator loop configured to exchange information with a vital on-board controller (VOBC) on-board the vehicle. The locator loop control system further includes a first proximity plate located along the guideway, the first proximity plate spaced a first distance along the guideway from the locator loop, and a wayside controller configured to communicate with the locator loop.

Abstract translation: 定位器回路控制系统包括被配置为限定车辆的行进路径的导轨。 所述定位器回路控制系统还包括沿所述导轨定位的定位器回路，所述定位器回路被配置为与所述车辆上的重要车载控制器（VOBC）交换信息。 定位器回路控制系统还包括沿着导轨定位的第一接近板，第一接近板沿着导轨与定位器回路隔开第一距离，以及路边控制器，被配置为与定位器回路通信。

公开(公告)号：US20150177706A1

公开(公告)日：2015-06-25

申请号：US14137134

申请日：2013-12-20

Applicant: Thales Canada Inc

Inventor： Abe KANNER ,  David DOYLE

IPC: G05B9/03

CPC classification number: G05B9/03 ,  G06F11/2005

Abstract: A system, method, and safety unit provide safety assurance for a multiple redundant system controlling a plant or complex. A unit active line (UAL) status indicates the presence of at least one redundant active unit within the system. A safety verification line (SVL) status verifies the powered down status of all redundant units not active within the system. A safety unit is associated with a vital supervision card (VSC) and vital power bus and the safety unit controls switchable connections from the vital power bus to the UAL and the SVL. Based on verification of UAL and SVL status, system control includes energizing the UAL.

Abstract translation: 系统，方法和安全单元为控制工厂或复合体的多重冗余系统提供安全保障。 单位有效线（UAL）状态指示系统内存在至少一个冗余有源单元。 安全验证线（SVL）状态验证系统内未激活的所有冗余单元的掉电状态。 安全单元与重要的监控卡（VSC）和重要的电源总线相关联，安全单元控制从重要电源总线到UAL和SVL的可切换连接。 基于UAL和SVL状态的验证，系统控制包括激活UAL。

公开(公告)号：US20150175179A1

公开(公告)日：2015-06-25

申请号：US14137461

申请日：2013-12-20

Applicant: Thales Canada Inc

Inventor： Alon GREEN ,  Firth WHITWAM

IPC: B61L25/04 ,  B61L21/06 ,  B61L19/06

CPC classification number: B61L25/045 ,  B61L19/06 ,  B61L21/06 ,  B61L25/04 ,  B61L25/048

Abstract: A multimodal guideway vehicle sensor includes a passive sensor, an active sensor and an unique identification (ID) sensor. The passive sensor is configured to receive and detect a first electromagnetic radiation from a guideway vehicle. The active sensor configured to transmit a second electromagnetic radiation and receive and detect the second electromagnetic radiation reflected from the guideway vehicle. The ID sensor that detects an ID associated with the guideway vehicle. The multimodal guideway vehicle sensor also includes a data fusion center that combines signals from the passive sensor, the active sensor and the ID sensor to produce guideway vehicle information about the guideway vehicle.

Abstract translation: 多模式导轨车辆传感器包括无源传感器，主动传感器和独特的识别（ID）传感器。 无源传感器被配置为接收和检测来自导轨车辆的第一电磁辐射。 有源传感器被配置为传输第二电磁辐射并且接收和检测从导轨车辆反射的第二电磁辐射。 检测与导轨车辆相关联的ID的ID传感器。 多模式导轨车辆传感器还包括数据融合中心，其组合来自无源传感器，主动传感器和ID传感器的信号，以产生关于导轨车辆的导轨车辆信息。

公开(公告)号：US20150137799A1

公开(公告)日：2015-05-21

申请号：US14085736

申请日：2013-11-20

Applicant: Thales Canada Inc

Inventor： David DIMMER ,  Abe KANNER

IPC: G01B7/00

CPC classification number: G01P13/04 ,  B60L2200/40 ,  B60R25/00 ,  B61L23/00 ,  B61L25/021 ,  B61L25/026

Abstract: An apparatus that determines that a vehicle has moved comprises a shaft member, a pin configured to attach the shaft member to a backing plate via an opening in the shaft member that enables the shaft member to move in a direction along the length of the shaft member, to rotate about the pin, and to contact a surface external to the vehicle when the shaft member is in a first position. The apparatus also comprises a first alignment magnet that attracts the shaft member to the surface external to the vehicle and a first sensor that determines that the shaft member is in the first position. The apparatus further comprises a first holding magnet, a second holding magnet, and at least one sensor that indicates that the shaft member is in contact with the first holding magnet or the second holding magnet, each indicating a direction of movement.

Abstract translation: 确定车辆移动的装置包括轴构件，销构造成通过轴构件中的开口将轴构件附接到背板，使得轴构件能够沿着轴构件的长度方向移动 当所述轴构件处于第一位置时，围绕所述销旋转并且接触所述车辆外部的表面。 该装置还包括将轴构件吸引到车辆外部的表面的第一对准磁体和确定轴构件处于第一位置的第一传感器。 该装置还包括第一保持磁体，第二保持磁体和至少一个传感器，其指示轴构件与第一保持磁体或第二保持磁体接触，每个传感器指示运动方向。