Driveline motor with planetary gear system
    1.
    发明授权
    Driveline motor with planetary gear system 有权
    行星齿轮传动系统

    公开(公告)号:US07530912B2

    公开(公告)日:2009-05-12

    申请号:US11370413

    申请日:2006-03-08

    Inventor: Dennis A. Kramer

    Abstract: A switched reluctance motor includes a stator, a rotor, and a planetary gear assembly. The rotor defines an internal cavity that houses the planetary gear assembly. The switched reluctance motor receives input and provides output through a common single shaft. The shaft is part of a vehicle driveline and can be positioned to provide driving input to a transmission or drive axle, for example. The planetary gear assembly includes a planet carrier that is fixed for rotation with the shaft and a sun gear that is coupled to the rotor. The planetary gear assembly allows the rotor to rotate at a higher speed than the shaft such that the switched reluctance motor can operate more efficiently for low speed vehicle applications.

    Abstract translation: 开关磁阻电动机包括定子,转子和行星齿轮组件。 转子限定了容纳行星齿轮组件的内部空腔。 开关磁阻电机接收输入并通过公共单轴提供输出。 轴是车辆传动系统的一部分,并且可以定位成为例如传动或驱动轴提供驱动输入。 行星齿轮组件包括一个行星架,该行星架固定成与该轴一起旋转,而一个太阳齿轮联接到转子上。 行星齿轮组件允许转子以比轴更高的速度旋转,使得开关磁阻电动机可以对于低速车辆应用更有效地操作。

    Automated vehicle shutdown sequence
    5.
    发明授权
    Automated vehicle shutdown sequence 有权
    自动停车序列

    公开(公告)号:US06516251B1

    公开(公告)日:2003-02-04

    申请号:US09767999

    申请日:2001-01-23

    CPC classification number: G06F1/1632

    Abstract: The present invention provides a system for automatically shutting down a vehicle. The system includes a vehicle system for performing a vehicle function such as brakes for performing braking of the vehicle. A vehicle control system controls the vehicle system by controlling valve switches or actuators to manipulate the vehicle system. A portable handheld computing device includes a program defining a vehicle shutdown sequence. Preferably, the portable handheld computing device is what is known as a personal digital assistant (PDA), such as a Handspring® or Palmpilot®. A cradle removably receives the portable handheld computing device to connect the portable handheld computing device with the vehicle control system, such as through the vehicle databus. A switch enables the portable handheld computing device to command the vehicle control system to perform the vehicle shutdown sequence. The switch may be an ignition switch, a dedicated vehicle shutdown sequence switch, or an icon on a PDA display touch screen. Once the switch has been actuated, the program residing on the portable handheld computing device commands the vehicle control systems to perform the vehicle shutdown sequence. For example, the vehicle shutdown sequence may command the pneumatic power control system to purge a wet tank to remove the water from the wet tank to prevent it from rusting.

    Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种用于自动关闭车辆的系统。 该系统包括用于执行车辆功能的车辆系统,例如用于执行车辆制动的制动器。 车辆控制系统通过控制阀开关或致动器来操纵车辆系统来控制车辆系统。 便携式手持计算装置包括限定车辆关闭序列的程序。 优选地,便携式手持计算设备是所谓的个人数字助理(PDA),例如Handspring或Palmpilot。 托架可移除地接收便携式手持式计算装置,以将便携式手持式计算装置与车辆控制系统(例如通过车辆数据总线)相连接。 开关使得便携式手持计算设备能够命令车辆控制系统执行车辆关闭顺序。 开关可以是点火开关,专用车辆关闭顺序开关或PDA显示触摸屏上的图标。 一旦开关被启动,驻留在便携式手持计算装置上的程序命令车辆控制系统执行车辆关闭顺序。 例如,车辆关闭顺序可以命令气动功率控制系统清除湿箱以从湿箱中除去水以防止其生锈。

    Low cost brake sensor
    6.
    发明授权
    Low cost brake sensor 失效
    低成本制动传感器

    公开(公告)号:US06494297B1

    公开(公告)日:2002-12-17

    申请号:US09293244

    申请日:1999-04-16

    Inventor: Dennis A. Kramer

    CPC classification number: F16D66/024

    Abstract: A low cost brake sensor incorporates a sensor portion extending through one of the rivet holes in the backing plate of the brake pad. A locking sleeve snaps onto the sensor portion and secures the sensor to the backing plate. Preferably, the locking sleeve has a lip which snaps into a groove in an outer periphery of a sensor portion. The present invention thus provides a relatively low cost and secure way for attaching the sensor to the brake pad. No modification of the lining or the backing plate is necessary.

    Abstract translation: 低成本制动传感器包括延伸穿过制动衬块的背板中的一个铆钉孔的传感器部分。 锁定套筒卡在传感器部分上并将传感器固定到背板上。 优选地,锁定套筒具有咬合到传感器部分的外周中的凹槽中的唇缘。 因此,本发明提供了将传感器附接到制动衬块的相对低成本和可靠的方式。 不需要修改内衬或背板。

    Multi-unit articulated road train propulsion system
    7.
    发明授权
    Multi-unit articulated road train propulsion system 失效
    多单位铰接道路列车推进系统

    公开(公告)号:US06419037B1

    公开(公告)日:2002-07-16

    申请号:US09619145

    申请日:2000-07-19

    Abstract: A distributed propulsion system is provided for a multi-unit articulated road train. The distributed propulsion system includes a tractor having a first propulsion system for propelling the tractor. A trailer is secured to the tractor at an articulated joint, such as a fifth wheel or draw bar connection. The tractor has a second propulsion system for substantially propelling the trailer. A load sensor for detecting a load between the tractor and the trailer, preferably the tensile load, is associated with the articulated joint. The load sensor produces a load signal. An input device produces a request signal for actuating the second propulsion system. An electronic control mechanism is electrically connected to the input device and the load sensor for coordinating the various sensors and inputs. The control mechanism commands the second propulsion system in response to the load signal and the request signal such that the trailer is propelled in a controlled manner relative to the tractor.

    Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于多单元铰接公路列车的分布式推进系统。 分布式推进系统包括具有用于推进拖拉机的第一推进系统的拖拉机。 拖车在铰接接头处固定到拖拉机上,例如第五轮或拉杆连接。 拖拉机具有用于大致推进拖车的第二推进系统。 用于检测拖拉机和拖车之间的载荷的载荷传感器,优选地是拉伸载荷,与铰接接头相关联。 负载传感器产生负载信号。 输入装置产生用于致动第二推进系统的请求信号。 电子控制机构电连接到输入装置和负载传感器,用于协调各种传感器和输入。 控制机构响应于负载信号和请求信号来命令第二推进系统,使得拖车以相对于拖拉机的受控方式被推进。

    Wheel rotation sensor and accelerometer to determine out of balance condition
    8.
    发明授权
    Wheel rotation sensor and accelerometer to determine out of balance condition 失效
    车轮旋转传感器和加速度计确定失衡状态

    公开(公告)号:US06353384B1

    公开(公告)日:2002-03-05

    申请号:US09371142

    申请日:1999-08-09

    Inventor: Dennis A. Kramer

    CPC classification number: G01P15/00 G01M1/28

    Abstract: A system for determining an out of balance wheel condition on a vehicle incorporates a wheel speed signal such as provided by ABS systems. The wheel speed signal is associated with acceleration information from an accelerometer on the axle. If a particular acceleration profile is repeated across several rotational cycles of the wheels, then an indication is made that an out of balance condition exists.

    Abstract translation: 用于确定车辆外的车轮状态的系统包括诸如由ABS系统提供的车轮速度信号。 车轮速度信号与来自车轴上的加速度计的加速度信息相关联。 如果在车轮的几个旋转周期中重复特定的加速曲线,则指示存在不平衡状态。

    Vehicle brake system having a sensor to measure movement
    9.
    发明授权
    Vehicle brake system having a sensor to measure movement 有权
    具有用于测量运动的传感器的车辆制动系统

    公开(公告)号:US06273218B1

    公开(公告)日:2001-08-14

    申请号:US09185481

    申请日:1998-11-03

    Inventor: Dennis A. Kramer

    Abstract: A vehicle break assembly includes a sensor that detects the amount of movement of certain components within the brake assembly. In the preferred embodiment, a rotary sensor is coupled directly with the generally S-shaped cam member and provides signals that indicate the total amount of rotary movement of the cam member during breaking applications. These signals provide information indicative of the amount of slack or stroke during braking applications and provide indications of the conditions of brake linings associated with the brake shoes within the brake assembly. The sensor information preferably is communicated to a vehicle operator in a manner that indicates whether an inspection or maintenance of the braking system is advisable.

    Abstract translation: 车辆断路组件包括检测制动组件内的某些部件的移动量的传感器。 在优选实施例中,旋转传感器直接与大致S形的凸轮构件联接,并且提供指示在打破应用期间凸轮构件的旋转运动的总量的信号。 这些信号提供指示制动应用期间的松弛或冲程的量的信息,并提供与制动组件内的制动蹄相关联的制动衬片的状况的指示。 传感器信息优选地以指示制动系统的检查或维护是否可取的方式传送给车辆操作者。

    System and method for monitoring a performance characteristic using
temperature and lubrication level of vehicle components
    10.
    发明授权
    System and method for monitoring a performance characteristic using temperature and lubrication level of vehicle components 有权
    使用车辆部件的温度和润滑水平来监测性能特征的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US6138065A

    公开(公告)日:2000-10-24

    申请号:US226389

    申请日:1999-01-06

    Inventor: Dennis A. Kramer

    Abstract: A method and system for providing enhanced diagnostic ability for monitoring vehicle performance characteristics includes utilizing a combination of temperature and lubrication level information. A first sensor monitors the temperature of a selected component, such as an axle, while a second sensor detects an amount of lubrication associated with that component. An electronic controller utilizes the temperature and lubrication level information to determine a performance characteristic and determines whether the selected component is operating within an acceptable range. The electronic controller preferably provides information to a vehicle operator through an on-board display indicating the monitored and determined characteristics on a real-time basis. Additionally, the electronic controller includes a memory module that stores performance characteristics information over time so that information can be provided to a service technician utilizing an external diagnostic computer.

    Abstract translation: 提供用于监测车辆性能特征的增强的诊断能力的方法和系统包括利用温度和润滑水平信息的组合。 第一传感器监测所选部件(例如轴)的温度,而第二传感器检测与该部件相关联的润滑量。 电子控制器利用温度和润滑水平信息来确定性能特征,并确定所选择的部件是否在可接受的范围内运行。 电子控制器优选地通过车载显示器向车辆操作者提供信息,该车载显示器实时地指示监视和确定的特性。 此外,电子控制器包括存储器模块,其随时间存储性能特征信息,以便可以使用外部诊断计算机向服务技术人员提供信息。

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