公开(公告)号：US11952037B2

公开(公告)日：2024-04-09

申请号：US17658871

申请日：2022-04-12

Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

Inventor： Avesta Goodarzi ,  Ralph David Schlottke ,  Manvir Dulai ,  Michael D. Alarcon ,  Halit Zengin

IPC: B62D13/06 ,  B60R1/00 ,  B60R1/26 ,  B60R11/04 ,  B62D12/02 ,  B62D15/02 ,  G06F3/04847 ,  G06V20/56

CPC classification number: B62D13/06 ,  B60R1/003 ,  B60R1/26 ,  B60R11/04 ,  B62D12/02 ,  B62D15/021 ,  B62D15/029 ,  G06F3/04847 ,  G06V20/56 ,  B60R2300/105 ,  B60R2300/80

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatus are provided for providing multi-trailer reverse assistance. In a multi-trailer reverse assistance system in an articulated transport system comprising a lead vehicle, an intermediate trailer, and a final trailer, the reverse assist system includes a controller. The controller is configured to: receive a view of an environment behind the final trailer; cause the view to be displayed in a display screen of a user interface device; receive, via a secondary steering device of the user interface device, a user intended direction of travel of the articulated transport system in reverse to direct the final trailer in a desired direction; continuously calculate controllable steering angles for directing the articulated transport system to direct the final trailer in the desired direction; and control the articulated transport system to direct the final trailer in the desired direction using the calculated controllable steering angles.

公开(公告)号：US20240001990A1

公开(公告)日：2024-01-04

申请号：US18252743

申请日：2021-08-24

Applicant: GETPLUS S.R.L.

Inventor： Tommaso GECCHELIN

IPC: B62D12/02 ,  B62D7/14 ,  B62D53/00

CPC classification number: B62D12/02 ,  B62D53/005 ,  B62D7/144

Abstract: Modular kinematic steering device, for installation on at least a first module and module of a system of modular vehicles, each module including at least two axes, for each axis, a kinematic steering mechanism adapted to move wheels connected to the axis, a rudder for controlling the kinematic steering mechanism, arranged transversely relative to the axes, the rudder constrainable to the mechanism to transmit rudder motion to the wheels by the mechanism, the rudder defining a variable steering ratio relative to each axis, a mechanism locking device, to make one of the axes a fulcrum rotation of the rudder rigidly connecting the mechanism with the rudder, wherein the first module includes a first rudder having first and second distal ends and the second module includes a second rudder having first and second distal ends, and the distal ends countered and/or counter-shaped to be rigidly connected to each other.

公开(公告)号：US20230202589A1

公开(公告)日：2023-06-29

申请号：US17993247

申请日：2022-11-23

Applicant: GETPLUS S.R.L.

Inventor： Tommaso Gecchelin ,  Emmanuele Spera

IPC: B62D47/00 ,  B60D1/36 ,  B60D1/48 ,  B60D1/62 ,  B62D47/02 ,  B62D12/02 ,  G05D1/00

CPC classification number: B62D47/006 ,  B60D1/36 ,  B60D1/481 ,  B60D1/62 ,  B62D47/025 ,  B62D12/02 ,  G05D1/0088 ,  B60K2031/005

Abstract: An apparatus and system for: combining independent driving vehicles into a single assembly for condensed, efficient, variable capacity transportation on common routes; and for separating into independent vehicles for flexibility on diverse routes. Connection logistics are exchanged locally via line of sight optical channel. Retractable coupling and mated coupling on opposing ends of the vehicles provide multiple degrees of freedom (DOF) to accommodate misalignment during initial dynamic engagement, and lock as rigidly coupled assembly with zero DOF. Mating vehicles' doors open during transit, permitting inter-vehicle movement and consolidation of passengers en route to urban locales, and release of empty vehicles. On return, independent vehicles combine to dense passenger vehicles from urban locales for redistribution of passengers in individual vehicles that later separate for diverse destinations. Slaved vehicle systems allow one vehicle to control coupled vehicles' systems of retractable suspension, coordinated steering, power sharing. Utility vehicles couple to assembly for service.

公开(公告)号：US20190001857A1

公开(公告)日：2019-01-03

申请号：US16063598

申请日：2016-11-16

Applicant: SEW-EURODRIVE GMBH & CO. KG

Inventor： Josef SCHMIDT ,  Maja SLISKOVIC ,  Michael ANGST ,  Gero BOCKELMANN

IPC: B60P1/02 ,  B60P3/40

CPC classification number: B60P1/02 ,  B60P3/40 ,  B62D12/02 ,  B62D61/10 ,  B62D63/02 ,  G05D1/0295 ,  G05D2201/0216

Abstract: In a transport system and method for operating a transport system the transport system includes a first mobile component and a second mobile component as well as a transport rack. Bearing rollers for moving the transport rack on a driving surface are disposed on the transport rack, in particular, the mobile component is drivable on the driving surface. Each mobile component has a linear axle and a control as well as wheels driven by an electric motor. The first mobile component is able to drive underneath the transport rack in a first region of the transport rack, and the second mobile component is able to drive underneath the transport rack in another, i.e. second, region of the transport rack. The transport rack is able to be raised by extending the linear axles of the mobile components, in particular is able to be raised in such a way that the bearing rollers of the transport rack lose physical contact with the driving surface. A communications channel is provided between the first and the second mobile components, the communications channel serving as a transmission channel for data of at least one master-slave control, the first mobile component acting as a master and the second mobile component acting as a slave.

公开(公告)号：US20170255202A1

公开(公告)日：2017-09-07

申请号：US15061238

申请日：2016-03-04

Applicant: Caterpillar Inc.

Inventor： Tazio S. Grivetti ,  Kevin A. O'Neil ,  Joseph M. Spanier ,  Christopher M. Sketch ,  John Sherman ,  James Babin

IPC: G05D1/02 ,  B29C67/00 ,  B33Y50/02 ,  B62D6/00 ,  B33Y30/00

CPC classification number: B33Y30/00 ,  B29C64/106 ,  B33Y80/00 ,  B62D12/02 ,  E04G21/04 ,  G05D1/0238 ,  G05D2201/0202

Abstract: A construction system is provided. The construction system includes at least one machine. The construction system also includes a gantry system having a beam member. The construction system further includes a reference member provided proximal to a predetermined path of the at least one machine. The construction system includes a sensing unit associated with the at least one machine. The sensing unit is configured to determine distance of a portion of the at least one machine from the reference member. The construction system also includes a control unit in communication with the at least one machine and the sensing unit. The control unit is configured to receive inputs indicative of distance of the portion of the at least one machine from the reference member. The control unit is also configured to move the at least one machine to move the gantry system along the reference member for a predetermined distance.

公开(公告)号：US20130015631A1

公开(公告)日：2013-01-17

申请号：US13545138

申请日：2012-07-10

Applicant: Christopher M. Holland ,  Constantine Marmaras ,  Paul B. Oulman

Inventor： Christopher M. Holland ,  Constantine Marmaras ,  Paul B. Oulman

IPC: B62D5/06

CPC classification number: B62D12/02 ,  B60P3/40 ,  B62D1/00

Abstract: A platform dolly system that has first and second dolly devices. Each of the dolly devices has a power unit, a frame, a suspension and a wheel rotatably secured to an axle. A control unit remote to the first and second dolly devices is presented that is in over the air electronic communication with the power unit of each of the first and second dolly devices in order to either simultaneously or independently control the first and second dolly devices depending upon the mode of the control unit.

Abstract translation: 具有第一和第二台小车装置的平台小车系统。 每个小车装置具有动力单元，框架，悬架和可旋转地固定到车轴的车轮。 提供了远离第一和第二小车装置的控制单元，其与第一和第二小车装置中的每一个的动力单元进行空气电子通信，以便根据第一和第二小车装置同时或独立地控制第一和第二小车装置 控制单元的模式。

公开(公告)号：US07950478B2

公开(公告)日：2011-05-31

申请号：US12292635

申请日：2008-11-21

Applicant: Melvin Dean Terry

Inventor： Melvin Dean Terry

IPC: B62D11/20

CPC classification number: B62D55/065 ,  B60G5/005 ,  B60G17/00 ,  B60G2204/4232 ,  B60G2204/8304 ,  B60G2300/32 ,  B60G2300/36 ,  B60G2300/37 ,  B60G2300/38 ,  B60G2400/0516 ,  B60G2400/208 ,  B60G2400/252 ,  B60G2400/5122 ,  B60G2500/30 ,  B60P1/00 ,  B62D7/1509 ,  B62D12/02 ,  B62D55/062

Abstract: A transporter having a plurality of track-axle assemblies. The track axle assemblies have independent suspension, self-loading, and on-center axle rotation capability. Each of the track axle assemblies include a cylinder housing and hydraulic piston and first and second track units connected on opposing sides of the axle frame.

Abstract translation: 具有多个轨道轴组件的运输机。 轨道轴组件具有独立的悬挂，自载和中心轴转动能力。 轨道轴组件中的每一个包括气缸壳体和液压活塞以及连接在轴架的相对侧上的第一和第二轨道单元。

公开(公告)号：US07831345B2

公开(公告)日：2010-11-09

申请号：US11992953

申请日：2006-10-02

Applicant: Timo Heino ,  Pekka Vauramo

Inventor： Timo Heino ,  Pekka Vauramo

IPC: B62D1/28 ,  E21C41/00 ,  G05D1/02 ,  B62D12/02

CPC classification number: B62D1/28 ,  B62D12/02 ,  E21C41/00 ,  G05D1/0297 ,  G05D2201/021

Abstract: A method of driving mine vehicles in a mine, and a transport system. A plurality of mine vehicles is arranged in succession and driven in convoy between working areas. A master vehicle in the convoy is driven manually, and slave vehicles follow the master, provided with no mechanical connection. In the working areas, the convoy is disassembled, since single vehicles are each driven separately. When assigned tasks in the working areas have been completed, the vehicles are reassembled into a convoy so as to be driven to a next working area.

Abstract translation: 一种在矿山内开采矿山车辆的方法，以及运输系统。 多个矿山车辆相继布置，并在工作区域之间的车队中驾驶。 车辆中的主车辆是手动驱动的，而从车辆跟随主机，没有机械连接。 在工作区内，车队拆卸，单车分开驱动。 当工作区内的任务完成时，将车辆重新组装成车队，以便被驱动到下一个工作区域。

公开(公告)号：US20090143939A1

公开(公告)日：2009-06-04

申请号：US11947479

申请日：2007-11-29

Applicant: James Rhodes ,  Kevin T. Parent ,  Frank K. Weigand

Inventor： James Rhodes ,  Kevin T. Parent ,  Frank K. Weigand

IPC: G06F17/00

CPC classification number: B62D12/02 ,  B62D7/1509

Abstract: A vehicle maneuvering system and method are provided. The system includes an input device coupled to a first vehicle and a processor. The processor is configured to determine if the first vehicle is a master vehicle or a slave vehicle to a second vehicle. If the first vehicle is the master vehicle, the processor determines an instantaneous center of rotation based at least partly upon an input received from the input device. If the first vehicle is the slave vehicle, the instantaneous center of rotation is received by the first vehicle. The system also includes a controller configured to position a wheel unit of the first vehicle with the path of the wheel unit being perpendicular to a line passing through the center of the wheel unit and the instantaneous center of rotation.

Abstract translation: 提供车辆操纵系统和方法。 该系统包括耦合到第一车辆和处理器的输入装置。 处理器被配置为确定第一车辆是否是主车辆或从车辆到第二车辆。 如果第一车辆是主车辆，则处理器至少部分地基于从输入装置接收到的输入来确定瞬时转动中心。 如果第一辆车是从车，则第一辆车接收到瞬时转动中心。 该系统还包括控制器，该控制器被配置为定位第一车辆的车轮单元，其中车轮单元的路径垂直于通过车轮单元的中心的线和瞬时转动中心。

公开(公告)号：US20080177435A1

公开(公告)日：2008-07-24

申请号：US12058214

申请日：2008-03-28

Applicant: Michael E. Caporali ,  Michael A. Wisniewski

Inventor： Michael E. Caporali ,  Michael A. Wisniewski

IPC: G05D27/02

CPC classification number: B60D1/155 ,  B60D1/167 ,  B60D1/242 ,  B60D1/30 ,  B60D1/58 ,  B62D12/02 ,  B62D53/00 ,  B62D59/04

Abstract: A tow bar for connecting and controlling two autonomous vehicles with respect to one another. The tow bar including a plurality of sections with at least one sensors mounted or coupled onto each, for measuring and determining the orientation of one autonomous vehicle in relation to the other autonomous vehicle. A signal may be transmitted to either or to both of the autonomous vehicles to control propulsion and/or steering and/or braking of the vehicles when an adjustment is required to maintain stability of the tandem vehicles.

Abstract translation: 用于连接和控制彼此相对的两辆自主车辆的拖杆。 牵引杆包括具有至少一个传感器的多个部分，每个传感器安装或耦合到每个传感器上，用于测量和确定一个自动车辆相对于另一自主车辆的定向。 当需要调节以维持串联车辆的稳定性时，信号可以被传送到任一个或两个自主车辆以控制车辆的推进和/或转向和/或制动。