公开(公告)号：US06744371B1

公开(公告)日：2004-06-01

申请号：US10030836

申请日：2002-04-17

Applicant: Patrick Schmitt ,  Norbert Hog ,  Andreas Gille ,  Bruno Hodapp ,  Gebhard Michenfelder ,  Rainer Pientka ,  Hans Meier ,  Henry Blitzke ,  Manfred Burkart

Inventor： Patrick Schmitt ,  Norbert Hog ,  Andreas Gille ,  Bruno Hodapp ,  Gebhard Michenfelder ,  Rainer Pientka ,  Hans Meier ,  Henry Blitzke ,  Manfred Burkart

IPC: G08B2100

CPC classification number: B60S1/0837 ,  B60Q1/1423 ,  B60Q2300/314 ,  B60Q2300/337 ,  B60Q2300/42 ,  B60S1/0822 ,  B60S1/0881

Abstract: A sensor arrangement for detecting a wetting, in particular a precipitation and dirt accumulation, on a window (13) is proposed, with at least one transmitter (14) and at least one receiver (15) for the transmitter light (17) emitted by the transmitters (14), where the transmitters (14) and receivers (15) are disposed on the vertex points of an imaginary trapezoid. As a result, the external dimensions of the sensor are reduced, the ratio of sensitive area (19) and base area (18) of the sensor is improved, and a coherent sensitive area is produced, where there is also space available for a receiving element of an automatic light control.

Abstract translation: 提出了一种用于在窗口（13）上检测润湿特别是沉淀和污垢积聚的传感器装置，其中至少一个发射器（14）和用于发射器光（17）的至少一个接收器（15） 发射器（14），其中发射器（14）和接收器（15）设置在假想梯形的顶点上。 结果，传感器的外部尺寸减小，传感器的敏感区域（19）和基础区域（18）的比例被改善，并且产生相干敏感区域，其中还存在可用于接收的空间 自动光控元件。

公开(公告)号：US06496344B1

公开(公告)日：2002-12-17

申请号：US09381057

申请日：1999-12-01

Applicant: Norbert Hog

Inventor： Norbert Hog

IPC: H02H324

CPC classification number: H02J7/0068 ,  B60R16/03

Abstract: The invention relates to a circuit for supplying a consumer (10) with electric energy provided by a battery (11). The battery voltage (Ub) is prevented from falling below a predetermined minimum voltage (Umin) by a regulator (18) which adjusts the battery voltage (Ub) to a predetermined minimum voltage (Umin) by influencing the average amount of energy which is provided to the consumer (10). Preferably, the inventive circuit is used in a motor vehicle.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于向消费者（10）提供由电池（11）提供的电能的电路。 通过调节器（18）防止电池电压（Ub）低于预定的最小电压（Umin），调节器（18）通过影响提供的平均能量来将电池电压（Ub）调整到预定的最小电压（Umin） 给消费者（10）。 优选地，本发明的电路用于机动车辆。

公开(公告)号：US06229613B1

公开(公告)日：2001-05-08

申请号：US09423865

申请日：2000-02-01

Applicant: Norbert Hog ,  Gebhard Michenfelder ,  Rainer Pientka ,  Stefanie Lorenz

Inventor： Norbert Hog ,  Gebhard Michenfelder ,  Rainer Pientka ,  Stefanie Lorenz

IPC: G01N2155

CPC classification number: B60S1/0888 ,  B60S1/0822 ,  B60S1/0837 ,  B60S1/0881

Abstract: An optical sensor for detecting wetting of a surface in a motor vehicle, the optical sensor has a measuring segment which has at least one transmitter of electromagnet waves and at least one receiver of electromagnetic waves and in which a windshield is disposable so that when a layer of moisture forms on the windshield upon wetting from precipitation a wave propagation between the at least one transmitter and the at least one receiver changes and an output signal generated by the receiver changes, a housing disposable on an inside of the windshield and having a bottom face adapted to be in physical contact with the windshield, the bottom face of the housing being oval.

Abstract translation: 一种用于检测机动车辆表面润湿的光学传感器，所述光学传感器具有测量段，所述测量段具有至少一个电磁波发射器和至少一个电磁波接收器，并且其中挡风玻璃是一次性的， 在湿度下降时，在挡风玻璃上形成湿气，所述至少一个发射器与至少一个接收器之间的波传播改变，并且由接收器产生的输出信号改变，一个可在挡风玻璃内部放置并具有底面 适于与挡风玻璃物理接触，壳体的底面呈椭圆形。

公开(公告)号：US06331819B1

公开(公告)日：2001-12-18

申请号：US09463934

申请日：2000-02-02

Applicant: Norbert Hog

Inventor： Norbert Hog

IPC: G08B2100

CPC classification number: B60S1/0818 ,  B60S1/0833

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for operating an optoelectronic rain sensor for detecting the wetting of a window (14) with moisture for wetting-dependent triggering of a system, in particular a windshield wiper system for motor vehicles, is proposed in which the component of the ambient beam (18) of the sensor signal (22) in a first interval is virtually eliminated and therefore need no longer be taken into account in the ensuing detection of the sensor signal (22) in a second interval relevant to triggering of the windshield wiper system. The apparatus includes first means (26, 40, 42), which in the first interval detect the sensor signal (22) and ascertain an interfering light signal (44) corresponding to the ambient beam (18), the latter signal being delivered to a regulator (50), which as a function of the interfering light signal (44) regulates compensation means (30) disposed in the current circuit of the receiver (16), and second means (26, 60, 62), which in the second interval, directly following the first, detect the sensor signal (22) and ascertain a useful light signal (64) corresponding substantially to the transmitter beam (12).

Abstract translation: 提出了一种用于操作光电雨量传感器的装置和方法，用于检测具有湿气的窗口（14）的润湿性，用于系统的润湿相关触发，特别是用于机动车辆的挡风玻璃刮水器系统，其中， 传感器信号（22）的第一间隔的环境光束（18）实际上被消除，因此在与触发挡风玻璃刮水器相关的第二时间间隔期间不再需要考虑传感器信号（22）的检测 系统。 该装置包括第一装置（26,40,42），其在第一间隔中检测传感器信号（22）并确定对应于环境光束（18）的干扰光信号（44），后一信号被传送到 调节器（50），其作为干扰光信号（44）的函数调节设置在接收器（16）的电流电路中的补偿装置（30），以及第二装置（26,60,62），其在第二 间隔，直接跟随第一，检测传感器信号（22）并确定基本上对应于发射器光束（12）的有用的光信号（64）。

公开(公告)号：US20120026318A1

公开(公告)日：2012-02-02

申请号：US13141279

申请日：2009-11-03

Applicant: Michael Huelsen ,  Ulrich Seger ,  Matthias Karl ,  Annette Frederiksen ,  Roland Schmid ,  Werner Uhler ,  Norbert Hog

Inventor： Michael Huelsen ,  Ulrich Seger ,  Matthias Karl ,  Annette Frederiksen ,  Roland Schmid ,  Werner Uhler ,  Norbert Hog

IPC: H04N7/18

CPC classification number: G01N21/552 ,  B60S1/0844 ,  G01N2021/435 ,  G06K9/00791

Abstract: A camera system for detecting a state of a vehicle window pane is described, having at least the following: a camera having an image sensor for detecting a first radiation emitted by the vehicle surroundings and for outputting image signals; and a radiation source for emitting a second optical radiation. At least a portion of the emitted second optical radiation is detectable by the image sensor as a function of a state of the window pane. The camera system is set up in such a way that a state of the vehicle window pane is determinable on the basis of the image signals output by the image sensor during measurements in which the vehicle window pane is illuminated differently by the second optical radiation. For this purpose, an evaluation unit which determines a state of the vehicle window pane on the basis of the image signals output by the image sensor during the measurements may be provided to record the image signals and to ascertain a state of the window pane. Measurements may be carried out in particular when the radiation source is switched on or off.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种用于检测车辆窗格的状态的照相机系统，至少具有以下：具有用于检测由车辆周围环境发射的第一辐射并用于输出图像信号的图像传感器的照相机; 以及用于发射第二光辐射的辐射源。 发射的第二光辐射的至少一部分可以由图像传感器作为窗玻璃的状态的函数来检测。 相机系统被设置成使得车辆窗格的状态可以基于由图像传感器输出的图像信号来确定，其中车辆窗玻璃被第二光辐射不同地照亮。 为此，可以提供基于在测量期间由图像传感器输出的图像信号来确定车辆窗格的状态的评估单元，以记录图像信号并确定窗格的状态。 特别是当辐射源打开或关闭时，可进行测量。

公开(公告)号：US06525478B2

公开(公告)日：2003-02-25

申请号：US09808753

申请日：2001-03-15

Applicant: Patrick Schmitt ,  Norbert Hog ,  Bruno Hodapp ,  Rainer Pientka ,  Hans Meier ,  Henry Blitzke ,  Manfred Burkart

Inventor： Patrick Schmitt ,  Norbert Hog ,  Bruno Hodapp ,  Rainer Pientka ,  Hans Meier ,  Henry Blitzke ,  Manfred Burkart

IPC: H05B3702

CPC classification number: B60Q1/1423 ,  B60Q2300/146 ,  B60Q2300/314 ,  Y10T307/773

Abstract: A device for checking the evaluation circuit for automatic switching operations of the illumination devices in vehicles. A sensor device contains a global sensor for detecting the light conditions in the environment of the vehicle and a directional sensor for the directed detection of the light conditions in the direction of travel in front of the vehicle. The signals of the sensor device are supplied to the evaluation circuit, to determine whether a change in the switching state of the illumination devices is necessary. In order to check the evaluation circuit which is designed using analog technology, in the operating state, the voltage supply to the sensor unit is briefly interrupted at predetermined intervals, as a result of which the condition “night” is simulated. When the evaluation circuit is functioning correctly, this is detected by it as such. When the evaluation circuit is not functioning correctly, a signal is generated, directing attention to the faulty functioning and causing further steps to be initiated. In an embodiment, the checking operation and the voltage interruption are carried out by a microcontroller. In a second checking operation, it is established, in particular in the software, whether the emitted signal values of the evaluation circuit do not exceed a lower value that is determined by the hardware. In a third checking operation, the correct functioning of the A/D converter unit is ascertained.

Abstract translation: 一种用于检查用于车辆中的照明装置的自动切换操作的评估电路的装置。 传感器装置包括用于检测车辆环境中的光条件的全球传感器和用于有针对性地检测车辆前方的行驶方向上的光条件的方向传感器。 传感器装置的信号被提供给评估电路，以确定是否需要改变照明装置的切换状态。 为了检查使用模拟技术设计的评估电路，在操作状态下，以预定的间隔短暂地中断对传感器单元的电压供应，结果是模拟了“夜”状态。 当评估电路正常工作时，可以这样检测。 当评估电路运行不正常时，产生信号，引导注意功能失效，并引发进一步的步骤。 在一个实施例中，检查操作和电压中断由微控制器执行。 在第二检查操作中，特别是在软件中建立评估电路的发射信号值是否不超过由硬件确定的较低值。 在第三检查操作中，确定A / D转换器单元的正确功能。

公开(公告)号：US6040669A

公开(公告)日：2000-03-21

申请号：US77306

申请日：1998-06-12

Applicant: Norbert Hog

Inventor： Norbert Hog

IPC: B60S1/08 ,  G01D3/024 ,  G01D5/26 ,  G05B5/00

CPC classification number: G01D5/26 ,  B60S1/0818 ,  G01D3/024 ,  B60S1/0833

Abstract: A control device for an optical sensor including an optical transmitter is used to prolong the service life of the optical transmitter, preferably a light-emitting diode, and to adjust the service life of the electronic components and, thus, prolong the service life of the optical sensor. This is achieved in that the transmitter power is able to be switched over between full power and reduced power as a function of a measuring value from the sensor.

Abstract translation: PCT No.PCT / DE97 / 02097 Sec。 371日期：1998年6月12日 102（e）日期1998年6月12日PCT 1997年9月18日PCT公布。 第WO98 / 17511号公报 日期：1998年04月30日用于包括光发射机的光学传感器的控制装置用于延长光发射机，优选发光二极管的使用寿命，并调整电子部件的使用寿命，从而延长 光传感器的使用寿命。 这是因为发射机功率能够根据传感器的测量值在全功率和降低功率之间切换。

公开(公告)号：US5847654A

公开(公告)日：1998-12-08

申请号：US795312

申请日：1997-02-03

Applicant: Norbert Hog

Inventor： Norbert Hog

IPC: B60S1/08 ,  G08B21/00

CPC classification number: B60S1/0818 ,  B60S1/0833 ,  Y10S318/02

Abstract: An apparatus for operating a windshield wiper having an automatic wiper control. The apparatus is provided with a rain sensor having a light-emitting transmitter and a receiver that responds to the emitted light by emitting a sensor signal, and an evaluation device for the sensor signal. The evaluation device has a microcomputer and a capacitor that is outside of the microcomputer and to which the sensor signal is supplied. Also included is a comparator connected to the capacitor for comparing the voltage built up at the capacitor by the sensor signal to a threshold voltage and for emitting an output signal if the threshold voltage is exceeded. The microcomputer forms a measured value from the output signal, the value of which correspond to a time at which the threshold is exceeded.

Abstract translation: 一种用于操作具有自动刮水器控制的挡风玻璃刮水器的装置。 该装置设置有具有发光发射器和接收器的雨传感器，发射器和接收器通过发射传感器信号对发射的光进行响应，以及用于传感器信号的评估装置。 评估装置具有微型计算机和位于微型计算机外部并且传感器信号被供应的电容器。 还包括连接到电容器的比较器，用于将由电容器构成的电压与传感器信号进行比较，并将阈值电压超过阈值电压时发出输出信号。 微型计算机从输出信号形成测量值，该值与超过阈值的时间相对应。

公开(公告)号：US07049950B2

公开(公告)日：2006-05-23

申请号：US10473764

申请日：2001-12-29

Applicant: Patrick Schmitt ,  Norbert Hog ,  Bruno Hodapp ,  Gebhard Michenfelder ,  Hans Meier ,  Henry Blitzke ,  Andreas Schneider ,  Pierre Nonnnenmacher

Inventor： Patrick Schmitt ,  Norbert Hog ,  Bruno Hodapp ,  Gebhard Michenfelder ,  Hans Meier ,  Henry Blitzke ,  Andreas Schneider ,  Pierre Nonnnenmacher

IPC: B60Q1/26

CPC classification number: B60Q1/1423 ,  B60Q2300/052 ,  B60Q2300/312 ,  B60Q2300/314

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for automatic control of illumination devices, in particular of a motor vehicle, include a brightness sensor which delivers first signals, the illumination devices are switched off after a time interval that begins at the point in time at which the first signals exceed or fall below a first threshold. The length of the time interval is modifiable, and in particular, is capable of being extended.

Abstract translation: 用于自动控制照明装置，特别是机动车辆的方法和装置包括传递第一信号的亮度传感器，在从第一信号的时间点开始的时间间隔之后，照明装置被关闭 超过或低于第一阈值。 时间间隔的长度是可修改的，特别是能够延长。

公开(公告)号：US06831288B1

公开(公告)日：2004-12-14

申请号：US10149824

申请日：2003-03-26

Applicant: Patrick Schmitt ,  Norbert Hog ,  Andreas Gille ,  Bruno Hodapp ,  Gehbard Michenfelder ,  Rainer Pientka ,  Hans Meier ,  Henry Blitzke ,  Manfred Burkart

Inventor： Patrick Schmitt ,  Norbert Hog ,  Andreas Gille ,  Bruno Hodapp ,  Gehbard Michenfelder ,  Rainer Pientka ,  Hans Meier ,  Henry Blitzke ,  Manfred Burkart

IPC: H01J516

CPC classification number: B60Q1/1423 ,  B60Q2300/312 ,  B60Q2300/314 ,  B60Q2300/3321 ,  B60Q2300/337 ,  B60S1/0822 ,  B60S1/0833 ,  B60S1/087

Abstract: Light-sensitive sensor unit, especially for the automatic switching of illuminating equipment, preferably in motor vehicles, which includes at least two light-sensitive sensors, at least a first sensor and a second sensor detecting the light conditions in predetermined directions. For this purpose, all light-conducting elements allocated to the sensors are to be connected in one piece as a light-conducting member and integrated into the light-conducting member of a rain sensor.

Abstract translation: 光敏传感器单元，特别是用于照明设备的自动切换，优选地在机动车辆中，其包括至少两个感光传感器，至少第一传感器和第二传感器，其检测预定方向上的光条件。 为此，分配给传感器的所有导光元件将被连接成一个导体，并集成到雨传感器的导光部件中。