公开(公告)号：US06515441B1

公开(公告)日：2003-02-04

申请号：US09391066

申请日：1999-09-07

Applicant: Joseph Tyckowski ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Timothy Davies ,  Charles Hopson ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

Inventor： Joseph Tyckowski ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Timothy Davies ,  Charles Hopson ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

IPC: G05B500

CPC classification number: H03K17/964 ,  B60J7/0573 ,  E05F15/42 ,  E05F15/443 ,  E05Y2900/542

Abstract: An object detection system includes a sensor in communication with a controller which identifies contact with the sensor. In a preferred embodiment the sensor is a piezo film which generates a signal when an object applies a predetermined force to the edge of the moveable glass member. This signal is identifiable by the controller in communication with the piezo film. Another embodiment of the sensor provides a pair of substantially parallel segments of conductive material applied along the edge of the window. When an object is in contact with both segments of conductive material an electrical signal is conducted and identified by the controller. When the controller determines an object is in contact with the sensor and therefore the moveable glass member, the controller halts or reverses the movement of the moveable glass member to prevent trapping the object between the closing moveable glass member and the frame.

Abstract translation: 物体检测系统包括与识别与传感器的接触的控制器通信的传感器。 在优选实施例中，传感器是当物体对可移动玻璃构件的边缘施加预定力时产生信号的压电膜。 该信号可以通过与压电膜通信的控制器来识别。 传感器的另一个实施例提供一对基本上平行的沿窗口边缘施加的导电材料段。 当物体与导电材料的两个部分接触时，电信号由控制器进行和识别。 当控制器确定物体与传感器接触并因此可移动玻璃构件时，控制器停止或反转可移动玻璃构件的移动，以防止物体在关闭的可移动玻璃构件和框架之间被捕获。

公开(公告)号：US06452351B1

公开(公告)日：2002-09-17

申请号：US09391298

申请日：1999-09-07

Applicant: Charles Hopson ,  Timothy Davies ,  Joseph Tyckowski ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

Inventor： Charles Hopson ,  Timothy Davies ,  Joseph Tyckowski ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

IPC: H02P700

CPC classification number: E05F15/41 ,  E05Y2400/55 ,  E05Y2600/454 ,  E05Y2800/67 ,  E05Y2900/55 ,  H01H35/006 ,  Y10T74/19828

Abstract: A method and system for detecting the presence of an object caught between an automotive window and its respective frame includes a sensor mounted on a drive motor that drives a regulator to move the window upward and downward. The sensor senses a resistive torque applied against the regulator and generates a signal having a value proportional to the amount of resistive torque sensed. The signal is transmitted to a control circuit which then determines whether or not an object is caught between the window and its respective frame.

Abstract translation: 用于检测被卡在汽车窗和其相应框架之间的物体的存在的方法和系统包括安装在驱动电动机上的传感器，其驱动调节器以向上和向下移动窗口。 传感器感测施加到调节器的阻力矩，并产生具有与感测的阻力矩的量成正比的值的信号。 信号被发送到控制电路，控制电路然后确定对象是否被夹在窗口和其相应的帧之间。

公开(公告)号：US06305123B1

公开(公告)日：2001-10-23

申请号：US09398734

申请日：1999-09-17

Applicant: Timothy Davies ,  Charles Hopson ,  Pascal Bonduel ,  Francios Breynaert ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Joseph Tyckowski

Inventor： Timothy Davies ,  Charles Hopson ,  Pascal Bonduel ,  Francios Breynaert ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Joseph Tyckowski

IPC: E05F1502

CPC classification number: E05F15/46 ,  E05Y2900/55

Abstract: In a first embodiment, a vehicle window obstruction system incorporates a conductive coating placed on the window. Such coatings are known for use in defrost systems. A voltage source is connected to the conductive coating, such that an electrical charge is placed across the window. Electrical characteristics of the charge are monitored, and compared to expected values. In the event that an obstruction is encountered, the monitored values will differ from expected values, and a control can indicate the presence of an obstruction. Alternatively, the signal could be a high frequency signal such as a sound signal which would be varied when the window contacts a human obstruction.

Abstract translation: 在第一实施例中，车窗障碍物系统包括放置在窗户上的导电涂层。 已知这种涂层用于除霜系统。 电压源连接到导电涂层，使得电荷跨过窗口放置。 对电荷的电气特性进行监测，并与预期值进行比较。 在遇到阻塞的情况下，监视值将与预期值不同，并且控件可以指示阻塞物的存在。 或者，信号可以是高频信号，例如当窗口接触人类障碍物时会改变的声音信号。

公开(公告)号：US06304048B1

公开(公告)日：2001-10-16

申请号：US09390888

申请日：1999-09-07

Applicant: Timothy Davies ,  Charles Hopson ,  Joseph Tyckowski ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

Inventor： Timothy Davies ,  Charles Hopson ,  Joseph Tyckowski ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

IPC: E05F1510

CPC classification number: H02H7/0851 ,  E05F15/41 ,  E05F15/603 ,  E05Y2201/438 ,  E05Y2201/476 ,  E05Y2400/55 ,  E05Y2600/11 ,  E05Y2600/31 ,  E05Y2800/21 ,  E05Y2900/55 ,  H02H7/093

Abstract: A method and device for determining torque applied to a motor of an automotive power window system includes a motor having a rotor mounted on a rotor shaft wherein the rotor and rotor shaft move linearly along an axial length of the rotor shaft in response to an applied torque. A ring magnet is mounted on the rotor shaft for generating a magnetic field as the rotor shaft rotates. A sensor, in communication with the ring magnet, senses a strength of the magnetic field based on a linear position of the ring magnet in relation to the sensor and generates a proportional voltage signal. A control circuit receives the voltage signal and detects a torque applied to the motor in response thereto.

Abstract translation: 一种用于确定施加到汽车电动车窗系统的电动机的转矩的方法和装置，包括具有安装在转子轴上的转子的电动机，其中转子和转子轴响应于施加的转矩而沿着转子轴的轴向长度线性移动 。 环形磁铁安装在转子轴上，以在转子轴转动时产生磁场。 与环形磁铁连通的传感器基于环形磁体相对于传感器的线性位置感测磁场的强度并产生比例电压信号。 控制电路接收电压信号并且响应于此检测施加到电动机的转矩。

公开(公告)号：US06291957B1

公开(公告)日：2001-09-18

申请号：US09430089

申请日：1999-10-29

Applicant: Charles Hopson ,  Timothy Davies ,  Joseph Tyckowski ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

Inventor： Charles Hopson ,  Timothy Davies ,  Joseph Tyckowski ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

IPC: H02P104

CPC classification number: E05F15/42 ,  E05F15/41 ,  E05Y2900/55

Abstract: A vehicle window obstruction detection system looks for lateral forces on the window. A lateral force is indicative of an obstruction in the path of the window, and is particularly indicative of a living obstruction. The presence of the lateral force is utilized to identify an obstruction, and stop further movement of the movable closure.

Abstract translation: 车窗障碍物检测系统在窗户上寻找侧向力。 侧向力表示窗口路径中的阻塞，并且特别表示生活障碍。 横向力的存在用于识别障碍物，并停止可移动闭合件的进一步移动。

公开(公告)号：US06246194B1

公开(公告)日：2001-06-12

申请号：US09391255

申请日：1999-09-07

Applicant: Timothy Davies ,  Charles Hopson ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Joseph Tyckowski ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

Inventor： Timothy Davies ,  Charles Hopson ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Joseph Tyckowski ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

IPC: H02P300

CPC classification number: E05F15/443 ,  E05Y2900/55

Abstract: A method and system for directly determining the presence of an object between a window and its respective frame during closing of the window is disclosed. A sensor is provided within the frame to determine a length of the frame being compressed when the window is closed against the frame. This length is compared to a predetermined value. If the compressed length is less than the predetermined value, an object is detected so that the window can be controlled to stop and change direction so as to release the object before injury or damage occurs.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于在关闭窗口期间直接确定窗口与其相应框架之间的对象的存在的方法和系统。 传感器设置在框架内，以确定当窗口相对于框架闭合时被压缩的框架的长度。 将该长度与预定值进行比较。 如果压缩长度小于预定值，则检测到物体，使得可以控制窗口以停止和改变方向，以便在受伤或损坏发生之前释放物体。

公开(公告)号：US6154149A

公开(公告)日：2000-11-28

申请号：US391256

申请日：1999-09-07

Applicant: Joseph Tyckowski ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Timothy Davies ,  Charles Hopson ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

Inventor： Joseph Tyckowski ,  Christos Kyrtsos ,  Timothy Davies ,  Charles Hopson ,  Francois Breynaert ,  Pascal Bonduel

IPC: B60Q1/52 ,  G08G1/16

CPC classification number: B60Q9/008 ,  B60Q1/52

Abstract: An object detection system includes a sensor in communication with a controller to identify an object within a field of view. Pattern recognition algorithms are incorporated into the controller, and particular objects are predefined to minimize false detection and sift predefined objects such as vehicles from background clutter. Upon recognition of the object, an indicator in communication with the controller provides an alert to the operator who can then take corrective action. By defining another field of view the controller halts or reverses the movement of a power window to prevent trapping an object between the closing window and the window frame. Yet another field of view includes a vehicle entry point such as a vehicle door. Movement of the vehicle door will be identified by the controller and will provide an alert such as activation of the vehicle alarm system.

Abstract translation: 物体检测系统包括与控制器通信的传感器，以识别视野内的物体。 模式识别算法被并入到控制器中，并且预定义特定对象以最小化错误检测并且从背景杂波筛选诸如车辆的预定对象。 在识别到物体时，与控制器通信的指示器向操作者提供警报，操作者可以采取纠正措施。 通过定义另一视野，控制器停止或反转电动窗口的运动，以防止在关闭窗口和窗框之间捕获物体。 另一视野包括诸如车门的车辆入口点。 车门的移动将由控制器识别，并提供诸如启动车辆报警系统的警报。

公开(公告)号：US5477641A

公开(公告)日：1995-12-26

申请号：US87833

申请日：1993-07-02

Applicant: Robert J. Heckel ,  Enrico Fin ,  Achim R. Gier ,  Pascal Bonduel

Inventor： Robert J. Heckel ,  Enrico Fin ,  Achim R. Gier ,  Pascal Bonduel

IPC: B60J1/00 ,  E05F11/48 ,  E05F15/00 ,  E05F15/16 ,  E05F15/02

CPC classification number: E05F11/485 ,  E05F15/41 ,  E05F11/486 ,  E05Y2400/552 ,  E05Y2600/322 ,  E05Y2900/55

Abstract: This safety device for electric window lifters of the Bowden cable (3) type comprises electromechanical means for detecting and measuring the force exerted on the cable (3); a compression spring (11), housed in a sheath (9) coaxial to the cable (3) bears, on the one hand, on a stationary support (8) and, on the other hand, on a tubular component (12) mounted so as to slide inside the sheath (9) and carrying a tab (13) which interacts with an electric switch (14) forming part of an electric circuit for controlling the motor capable of automatically reversing the direction of rotation of the motor when the force (F) exerted on the window and the cable (3) gives rise to a movement of the tubular component (12), which opens the switch (14). This electromechanical safety device is of simple and inexpensive construction.

Abstract translation: 该鲍登电缆（3）型电动窗升降器安全装置包括用于检测和测量施加在电缆（3）上的力的机电装置; 容纳在与电缆（3）同轴的护套（9）中的压缩弹簧（11）一方面承载在固定支撑件（8）上，另一方面在一个安装在管状部件（12）上的压缩弹簧 以便在护套（9）内滑动并且携带与形成电路的一部分的电开关（14）相互作用的突片（13），用于控制电动机，该电动机能够在电力的作用下自动地反转电动机的旋转方向 （F）施加在窗户上并且电缆（3）引起打开开关（14）的管状部件（12）的运动。 该机电安全装置结构简单廉价。

公开(公告)号：US5469656A

公开(公告)日：1995-11-28

申请号：US411409

申请日：1995-03-28

Applicant: Achim R. Gier ,  Pascal Bonduel ,  Robert J. Heckel ,  Enrico Fin

Inventor： Achim R. Gier ,  Pascal Bonduel ,  Robert J. Heckel ,  Enrico Fin

IPC: B60J1/17 ,  E05F11/42 ,  E05F11/48 ,  E05F15/00 ,  E05F15/16 ,  E05F15/02

CPC classification number: E05F11/483 ,  E05F11/486 ,  E05F15/41 ,  E05F15/689 ,  E05F11/426 ,  E05Y2400/552 ,  E05Y2900/55

Abstract: A safety device for electric glass-winders of the cable type employs a guide rail movably mounted on the door panel of a vehicle so as to be capable of being driven downwardly in vertical translation by the cable upon encountering a force opposing travel of the glass which exceeds a predetermined value. The rail is maintained in its normal position by, for example, a magnet which attracts a tab of ferromagnetic material fixed to the rail. A switch forming part of the electrical supply circuit for the winder motor cooperates with the rail and reverses the direction of rotation of the motor when the rail is displaced from its normal position to a lower position. The electromechanical safety device is inexpensive and simple to manufacture.

Abstract translation: 用于电缆类型的电动玻璃卷绕机的安全装置采用可移动地安装在车辆门板上的导轨，以便能够在遇到与玻璃的行进相反的力时被电缆垂直平移地向下驱动 超过预定值。 轨道通过例如吸引固定在轨道上的铁磁性材料的翼片的磁体保持在其正常位置。 形成用于卷绕电机的电源电路的一部分的开关与轨道配合，并且当轨道从其正常位置移位到较低位置时，使电动机的旋转方向反转。 机电安全装置廉价且制造简单。