公开(公告)号：US06264370B1

公开(公告)日：2001-07-24

申请号：US09366794

申请日：1999-08-04

Applicant: Dennis A. Kramer ,  Dale Bell ,  Ronald N. Brissette ,  Christopher S. Keeney ,  Brian J. Mueller ,  Jack R. McKenzie

Inventor： Dennis A. Kramer ,  Dale Bell ,  Ronald N. Brissette ,  Christopher S. Keeney ,  Brian J. Mueller ,  Jack R. McKenzie

IPC: F16C2706

CPC classification number: F16H57/021 ,  F16C27/066 ,  F16H57/0006

Abstract: An isolator to prevent transmitted vibrations includes a ring which fits within a shaft opening of a housing. A bearing is received within the isolator and a shaft is received within the bearing. The vibrations are decoupled from a vibration transmission path by the different material of the isolator. The isolator is preferably manufactured of a rigid laminate material dissimilar to the housing material. Another embodiment of the present invention integrates the isolator directly into the bearing assembly. By manufacturing the outer member of the bearing assembly of the laminated material, the outer member similarly breaks the transmission path of vibrations without the need of the additional member. Noise is thereby substantially prevented from reaching, and from being amplified by, the housing. This greatly reduces the resulting noise and vibration.

Abstract translation: 用于防止传播的振动的隔离器包括安装在壳体的轴孔内的环。 在隔离器内容纳轴承，并在轴承内容纳轴。 振动通过隔离器的不同材料与振动传播路径分离。 绝缘体优选由与壳体材料不同的刚性层压材料制成。 本发明的另一个实施例将隔离器直接集成到轴承组件中。 通过制造层压材料的轴承组件的外部构件，外部构件类似地破坏了振动的传输路径，而不需要附加构件。 从而基本上防止了噪声到达壳体并被其放大。 这大大减少了噪音和振动。

公开(公告)号：US06250429B1

公开(公告)日：2001-06-26

申请号：US09169527

申请日：1998-10-09

Applicant: Dennis A. Kramer

Inventor： Dennis A. Kramer

IPC: F16D6600

CPC classification number: F16D66/027

Abstract: A brake shoe assembly includes a brake lining and a brake lining wear sensor. The brake lining has a predetermined thickness which gradually wears away as the brake shoe assembly is used to brake a vehicle. The brake lining wear sensor has a pair of spaced electrical conductors and an electrical resistance located across the pair of spaced conductors for indicating the thickness of the brake lining. The brake lining wear sensor is positioned to wear away concurrently with the brake lining, thereby continuously changing the electrical resistance across the pair of spaced conductors. In this manner, the electrical resistance across the pair of spaced conductors is used to determine the thickness of the brake lining. The brake lining wear sensor can be assembled in alternative embodiments as disclosed.

Abstract translation: 制动蹄组件包括制动衬片和制动衬片磨损传感器。 制动衬片具有预定的厚度，当制动蹄组件用于制动车辆时，制动衬片逐渐磨损。 制动衬片磨损传感器具有一对隔开的电导体和位于该对间隔的导体之间的电阻，用于指示制动衬片的厚度。 制动衬片磨损传感器被定位成与制动衬片同时磨损，从而连续地改变穿过该对间隔导体的电阻。 以这种方式，跨越一对间隔的导体的电阻用于确定制动衬片的厚度。 制动衬片磨损传感器可以如所公开的替代实施例组装。

公开(公告)号：US6125589A

公开(公告)日：2000-10-03

申请号：US466298

申请日：1999-12-17

Applicant: Dennis A. Kramer

Inventor： Dennis A. Kramer

IPC: B60J10/00 ,  B60J10/04 ,  E05D13/00 ,  E05F11/38

CPC classification number: E05F11/382 ,  B60J10/00 ,  B60J10/74 ,  E05D13/00 ,  E05Y2800/12 ,  E05Y2800/412 ,  E05Y2900/55

Abstract: A window sliding mechanism such as that which is used in passenger car doors incorporates a system to reduce friction between a window and its respective seal. A channel provided with air holes is fitted along the window edges that ride within a conventional seal. Alternatively, the air holes could be provided in the seal itself. Air is supplied to the air holes by way of a reservoir or small pump attached to the window sliding mechanism. Controlled air flow reduces the friction generated during window travel. In another embodiment, the system to reduce friction is an oscillating device provided to a conventional window sliding mechanism. The oscillating device is powered by a low cost piezo device. The oscillating device would cause the window to vibrate, thereby reducing the friction generated during window travel.

Abstract translation: 诸如在客车门中使用的窗户滑动机构包括一个减小窗口与其相应密封件之间的摩擦的系统。 设有气孔的通道沿着常规密封件的窗口边缘安装。 或者，空气孔可以设置在密封件本身中。 通过连接到窗户滑动机构的储存器或小泵将空气供给到空气孔。 受控气流减少了窗户行驶过程中产生的摩擦。 在另一个实施例中，减少摩擦的系统是提供给常规窗户滑动机构的摆动装置。 振荡装置由低成本压电装置供电。 摆动装置将导致窗口振动，从而减少窗户行驶期间产生的摩擦。

公开(公告)号：US5193129A

公开(公告)日：1993-03-09

申请号：US766878

申请日：1991-09-27

Applicant: Dennis A. Kramer

Inventor： Dennis A. Kramer

IPC: G01L1/24 ,  G02B6/14 ,  G02B6/36

CPC classification number: G02B6/3616 ,  G01L1/245 ,  G02B6/14 ,  G02B6/3608

Abstract: A pressure detector including a fiber optical cable woven through a ladder-like structure which is then encapsulated and surrounded by a cover. Light transmitted through the fiber optic cable is diminished to a value less than a threshold value upon the occurrence of microbending caused by pressure applied at any location along the length thereof. The rungs of the ladder-like structure are sized and spaced to provide a proper locus about which microbending may be produced. In addition, the rungs may be round in cross-section and/or otherwise shaped to enhance the sensitivity of the system.

Abstract translation: 一种压力检测器，包括通过梯形结构编织的纤维光缆，然后将其封装并被盖子包围。 在通过沿其长度的任何位置施加的压力引起的微弯发生时，透过光纤电缆的光减小到小于阈值的值。 梯形结构的梯级的尺寸和间隔尺寸以提供可产生微弯的适当的轨迹。 此外，梯级可以是圆形的横截面和/或其他形状以增强系统的灵敏度。

公开(公告)号：US5111098A

公开(公告)日：1992-05-05

申请号：US463736

申请日：1990-01-12

Applicant: David E. Peck ,  George E. Platzer ,  Dennis A. Kramer ,  William D. Krusel

Inventor： David E. Peck ,  George E. Platzer ,  Dennis A. Kramer ,  William D. Krusel

IPC: G01P3/44 ,  G01P3/487 ,  G01P3/488

CPC classification number: G01P3/488 ,  G01P3/443 ,  G01P3/487

Abstract: Four embodiments of a reluctance type rotational speed sensor are disclosed. In the first embodiment, an annular magnet circumscribes a sensing coil having a unitary rotor nested within it, and is disposed between two elements which comprise the stator. In a second embodiment, a magnet is disposed between two halves which comprise a rotor, the entire assembly nesting within a sensing coil and being disposed between the two stator elements. In the third embodiment, the rotor carries multiple magnets in an axially opposed position with respect to teeth formed on the stator. The magnetic flux in the magnetic circuit increases and decreases as the rotor magnets alternate between aligned and non-aligned positions enabling measurement of angular speed in accordance with the increase and decrease of magnetic flux. Any of the first three embodiments may be used, with minor modifications, in environments where a rotating shaft turns within a stationary bore, or where a rotting bore turns about a stationary shaft. The fourth embodiment incorporates the features of the first three and further includes a caliper-like stator and coil assembly which may be removed for service without requiring extensive disassembly.

Abstract translation: 公开了磁阻式转速传感器的四个实施例。 在第一实施例中，环形磁体包围具有嵌套在其内的整体转子的感测线圈，并且设置在包括定子的两个元件之间。 在第二实施例中，磁体设置在包括转子的两个半部之间，整个组件嵌套在感测线圈内并且设置在两个定子元件之间。 在第三实施例中，转子承载相对于形成在定子上的齿的轴向相对位置的多个磁体。 随着转子磁体在对准位置和非对准位置之间交替，磁路中的磁通量增加和减小，从而能够根据磁通量的增减来测量角速度。 前三个实施例中的任何一个可以在稍微修改的情况下在旋转轴在固定孔内旋转的环境中，或者腐烂孔绕静止轴转动的环境中使用。 第四实施例包括前三个的特征，并且还包括可以在不需要大量拆卸的情况下被移除的钳形状的定子和线圈组件。

公开(公告)号：US08161643B2

公开(公告)日：2012-04-24

申请号：US12564107

申请日：2009-09-22

Applicant: Mark C. Smith ,  Adam Ritchie ,  Vern Caron ,  Dennis A. Kramer

Inventor： Mark C. Smith ,  Adam Ritchie ,  Vern Caron ,  Dennis A. Kramer

IPC: B21C23/00 ,  B21D53/02 ,  B23P17/00 ,  F28F7/00 ,  H02K1/32 ,  H02K15/00

CPC classification number: H02K5/20 ,  H02K9/19 ,  Y10T29/49009 ,  Y10T29/4935 ,  Y10T29/49798

Abstract: A cooling jacket for a motor includes an extruded jacket body having an outer peripheral surface, an inner peripheral surface, and a plurality of discrete cooling passages located between the inner and outer peripheral surfaces that provide multi-directional fluid flow. A fluid inlet is provided to direct cooling fluid into the jacket body and a fluid outlet to direct heated fluid away from the jacket body.

Abstract translation: 一种用于电动机的冷却套管包括具有外周表面，内周表面和位于提供多方向流体流动的内周表面和外周表面之间的多个离散冷却通道的挤出护套主体。 提供流体入口以将冷却流体引导到护套主体中，以及流体出口，以将加热的流体引导离开护套主体。

公开(公告)号：US20110089774A1

公开(公告)日：2011-04-21

申请号：US12977214

申请日：2010-12-23

Applicant: Dennis A. Kramer

Inventor： Dennis A. Kramer

IPC: H02K19/06 ,  H02K1/02

CPC classification number: H02K1/145 ,  B60L3/0061 ,  B60L7/14 ,  B60L7/26 ,  B60L15/2009 ,  B60L50/51 ,  B60L2220/18 ,  B60L2220/44 ,  B60L2220/50 ,  B60L2240/12 ,  B60L2240/36 ,  B60L2240/421 ,  B60L2240/423 ,  B60L2240/425 ,  B60L2260/28 ,  H02K1/182 ,  H02K3/24 ,  H02K16/00 ,  H02K19/06 ,  H02K2201/12 ,  Y02T10/641 ,  Y02T10/645 ,  Y02T10/7005 ,  Y02T10/72 ,  Y02T10/7275

Abstract: A transverse flux, switched reluctance motor includes a stator, a rotor mounted for rotation relative to the stator about an axis, and a plurality of phased coils. The stator and rotor are spaced apart from each other by a gap and a first phased coil is positioned to extend at least partially across the gap.

Abstract translation: 横向磁通开关磁阻电动机包括定子，安装成相对于定子围绕轴线旋转的转子和多个相控线圈。 定子和转子通过间隙彼此间隔开，并且第一相位线圈定位成至少部分延伸穿过间隙。

公开(公告)号：US20090079278A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-26

申请号：US11858372

申请日：2007-09-20

Applicant: Dennis A. Kramer ,  Adam Ritchie ,  Vern Caron ,  Mark C. Smith

Inventor： Dennis A. Kramer ,  Adam Ritchie ,  Vern Caron ,  Mark C. Smith

IPC: H02K9/00 ,  B21C23/00 ,  B21D53/02 ,  B23P15/26

CPC classification number: H02K5/20 ,  H02K9/19 ,  Y10T29/49359

Abstract: A cooling jacket for an electric motor includes a plurality of jacket portions that are attached to each other to surround a motor stator. Each jacket portion is an extruded component that includes an outer peripheral wall and an inner peripheral wall spaced inwardly from the outer peripheral wall to form a cooling space between the inner and the outer peripheral walls. A plurality of connecting walls extends between the inner and the outer peripheral walls. The connecting walls cooperate with each other to define a plurality of discrete cooling passages within the cooling space of each jacket portion. First and second end caps are mounted to the plurality of jacket portions to enclose the plurality of discrete cooling passages such that a continuous cooling loop is provided through the plurality of jacket portions and the first and second end caps.

Abstract translation: 一种用于电动机的冷却套管包括彼此附接以包围电动机定子的多个护套部分。 每个护套部分是挤压部件，其包括外周壁和从外周壁向内间隔开的内周壁，以在内周壁和外周壁之间形成冷却空间。 多个连接壁在内周壁和外周壁之间延伸。 连接壁彼此协作以在每个护套部分的冷却空间内限定多个离散的冷却通道。 第一和第二端盖安装到多个护套部分以封闭多个分立的冷却通道，使得通过多个护套部分和第一和第二端盖提供连续的冷却回路。

公开(公告)号：US07481301B2

公开(公告)日：2009-01-27

申请号：US10715051

申请日：2003-11-17

Applicant: Dennis A. Kramer

Inventor： Dennis A. Kramer

IPC: F16D66/02 ,  F16D65/36

CPC classification number: B60T13/741 ,  F16D65/183 ,  F16D65/568 ,  F16D2065/386 ,  F16D2066/005 ,  F16D2121/14

Abstract: A force sensor is incorporated into a disc brake, and is operable to sense the point of force application increase during application of the disc brake. The force will increase sharply once the brake pad initially contacts the rotor. The sensor is able to determine the point of this force increase, and provide this information to a control. The control powers an electric motor for providing electric motor adjustment of the position of the piston which drives the brake pad, to compensate for wear. In a preferred embodiment, the sensor includes a protective cover with a thin anvil between the cover and the sensor. The anvil is operable to transmit the force, and limit the force applied, to protect the sensor.

Abstract translation: 力传感器被结合到盘式制动器中，并且可操作以在施加盘式制动器期间感测施加力的增加点。 一旦刹车片最初接触转子，力将急剧增加。 传感器能够确定此力增加的点，并将此信息提供给控件。 控制器为电动机提供电动机调节驱动制动衬块的活塞的位置，以补偿磨损。 在优选实施例中，传感器包括在盖和传感器之间具有薄砧座的保护盖。 砧座可操作以传递力，并限制施加的力，以保护传感器。

公开(公告)号：US07407233B2

公开(公告)日：2008-08-05

申请号：US10701351

申请日：2003-11-04

Applicant: Denis John McCann ,  Dennis A. Kramer

Inventor： Denis John McCann ,  Dennis A. Kramer

IPC: B60R25/08

CPC classification number: B60T17/16 ,  B60T13/68 ,  B60T15/041 ,  B60T17/18 ,  F16D2125/582

Abstract: A parking brake system pneumatically actuates an air cylinder to mechanically lock a wheel brake in an applied position in response to a parking demand request. The parking brake system includes a dual hand control that has an electronic control element and a pneumatic control element. The electronic control element communicates with an electronic braking system control unit and the pneumatic control element communicates with a parking brake air reservoir. When the dual hand control is moved to a park position, the electronic control element generates an electronic control signal that applies a parking brake force to the wheel brake. The pneumatic control element generates an air signal that is sent to the air cylinder. The air cylinder includes an extendable shaft that supports a lock member. The air signal moves the lock member into engagement with a brake operating member to lock the wheel brake in the applied condition. The wheel brake remains locked even if pressure is released or leaks from the air chamber. When a release command is initiated, the electronic control unit actuates the wheel brake to unload the lock member and return the air cylinder to an unlocked position.

Abstract translation: 驻车制动系统响应于停车需求请求气动致动气缸以将车轮制动器机械地锁定在施加位置。 驻车制动系统包括具有电子控制元件和气动控制元件的双手控制。 电子控制元件与电子制动系统控制单元通信，气动控制元件与驻车制动器空气存储器连通。 当双手控制器移动到驻车位置时，电子控制元件产生向车轮制动器施加驻车制动力的电子控制信号。 气动控制元件产生送到气缸的空气信号。 气缸包括支撑锁定构件的可延伸轴。 空气信号使锁定构件与制动操作构件接合，以将车轮制动器锁定在施加状态。 即使释放压力或从空气室泄漏，车轮制动器仍然保持锁定。 当启动释放命令时，电子控制单元启动车轮制动器以卸载锁定构件并将气缸返回到解锁位置。