Abstract

Technologies and techniques for reducing the construction space necessary for a heating element of a motor vehicle and to improve the cooling of such a heating element. A coolant distributor device may be provided for a motor vehicle, such as a hybrid electric motor vehicle or a battery-electric vehicle, including a basic body with coolant lines, arranged running in the basic body, wherein a heating element is arranged in and/or on the basic body.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60L 58/26 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries for controlling the temperature of batteries by cooling
• B60K 1/00 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units
• B60K 1/04 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units of the electric storage means for propulsion
• B60K 11/02 - Arrangement in connection with cooling of propulsion units with liquid cooling
• B60L 58/27 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries for controlling the temperature of batteries by heating

Abstract

222 sorbent is guided through a moistening station and a sorption reactor by means of a conveyor belt in order to precipitate carbon dioxide as calcium carbonate out of the ambient air introduced into the sorption reactor.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 53/62 - Carbon oxides
• B01D 53/83 - Solid phase processes with moving reactants
• B01D 53/96 - Regeneration, reactivation or recycling of reactants

Abstract

A motor vehicle component has two component parts made of steel with different wall thicknesses, which are arranged at an angle α to one another and are connected by a weld seam. A joining surface at the end portion of the first component part has a bevel produced without cutting. In order to form the bevel, an end portion of an initial blank is formed without cutting. The end portion is then trimmed at the end and an abutment surface is created on the front side of the end portion. The two component parts are positioned relative to each other so that the joining surface of the first component part and the joining surface of the second component part face each other. The material-locking joining of the first component part and the second component part is achieved by a weld seam on the joining surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

• B21D 53/88 - Making other particular articles other parts for vehicles, e.g. cowlings, mudguards
• B60G 21/05 - Interconnection systems for two or more resiliently-suspended wheels, e.g. for stabilising a vehicle body with respect to acceleration, deceleration or centrifugal forces permanently interconnected mechanically between wheels on the same axle but on different sides of the vehicle, i.e. the left and right wheel suspensions being interconnected

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for outputting information to the driver of a motor vehicle, wherein a geometric position of the motor vehicle is detected and at least one item of information characteristic of traffic congestion relating to a current or future trip segment of the motor vehicle is detected and at least one item of information characteristic of this traffic congestion is output to the driver of the motor vehicle. According to the invention, this item of information is output in the driver's field of vision, in which the driver is also able to observe the road traffic in front of the motor vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08G 1/0962 - Arrangements for giving variable traffic instructions having an indicator mounted inside the vehicle, e.g. giving voice messages
• B60K 35/23 - Head-up displays [HUD]
• B60W 50/14 - Means for informing the driver, warning the driver or prompting a driver intervention
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G08G 1/0967 - Systems involving transmission of highway information, e.g. weather, speed limits
• G08G 1/01 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled

Abstract

A brake system structure for a vehicle, preferably a brake-by-wire system, in which detection devices and conversion devices for a brake request are mechanically decoupled from one another. The brake system structure includes: a first brake system for providing a brake function, the first brake system being configured to be autonomous and having a first power supply; a second brake system for providing a first fallback level for the brake function, the second brake system being configured to be autonomous and having a second power supply; and a third brake system for providing a second fallback level for the brake function, in particular by regenerative deceleration. A third power supply is provided at least for the first brake system.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60T 17/22 - Devices for monitoring or checking brake systemsSignal devices

Abstract

A drive unit for a steer-by-wire system for a vehicle having a motor for providing a drive power to a control rod of the wheel actuator. A sensor device determines the position of the control rod, wherein the sensor device has a first sensor unit and at least one second sensor unit. The first sensor unit is designed to detect an angle of a rotor shaft of the motor, and the second sensor unit is designed to detect an angle of an auxiliary shaft which is mechanically operatively connected to the rotor shaft. A transmission device provides the mechanical operative connection between the rotor shaft and the auxiliary shaft. A controller actuates the sensor device and/or determines the position of the control rod of the wheel actuator. The first sensor unit and second sensor unit use different measuring principles.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 15/02 - Steering position indicators
• B62D 1/28 - Steering controls, i.e. means for initiating a change of direction of the vehicle not vehicle-mounted non-mechanical
• B62D 5/04 - Power-assisted or power-driven steering electrical, e.g. using an electric servo-motor connected to, or forming part of, the steering gear

Abstract

The present invention relates to an electrooptical device (4) for a sensing device (2), comprising at least one substrate (8) and at least a first electrode (7) on the substrate (8), characterized in that, the first electrode (7) is patterned arranged on the substrate (8), wherein a predefined distance (d) between fingers (9) of the patterned first electrode (7) is selected such, that depending on a current flow through the fingers (9) a heating of the first electrode (7) is performed. Furthermore, the present invention relates to an arrangement (3), as well as to a sensing device (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 7/02 - Details of systems according to groups , , of systems according to group
• G01S 7/40 - Means for monitoring or calibrating
• G01S 13/931 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications for anti-collision purposes of land vehicles

Abstract

The invention relates to a structural unit (3) for a body (2) of a vehicle (1), the structural unit having a carrier structure (4) which is intended for receiving at least one operating element (6) for operating the vehicle (1) and has a tubular structural part (20) with a first end side (21), a second end side (22) and a tubular portion (23), which extends along a central tube axis (24) between the first and second end sides (21, 22). The invention also relates to a vehicle (1) and to a method (100).

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 25/14 - Dashboards as superstructure sub-unit

Abstract

Method for Determining a Position of a Corner Region of an Electrode Assembly Stack The invention relates to a method for determining a position of corners of polygonal electrode sheets in at least one corner region of an electrode assembly stack (ESA), comprising the steps: - 3D imaging of the corner region of the electrode assembly stack (ESA) in an imaging region by means of an imaging process, so that a data set is created that includes 3D position information on the electrode sheets (A, K) in the corner region of the electrode assembly stack (ESA) relative to a carrier (5, SD, SB) or to a marker arranged in the imaging region, - Determination, from the data set, of a first and a second edge profile (20x, 20y) of the edges (21x, 21y) framing the corner region of each electrode sheet (A, K), wherein a position of the corner (E1, E2, E3, E4) of the respective electrode sheet (A, K) is determined on the basis of the edge profile (20x, 20y). The electrode sheets and the edges thereof are determined by means of a neural network system here.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25B 9/77 - Assemblies comprising two or more cells of the filter-press type having diaphragms
• G01B 15/00 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electromagnetic waves or particle radiation, e.g. by the use of microwaves, X-rays, gamma rays or electrons
• G01B 21/00 - Measuring arrangements or details thereof, where the measuring technique is not covered by the other groups of this subclass, unspecified or not relevant
• H01M 8/2465 - Details of groupings of fuel cells
• H01M 10/04 - Construction or manufacture in general

Abstract

A method for influencing an aging process of a component of an exhaust aftertreatment system for a vehicle. An aging state of the component is predictively determined using an aging model. A characteristic value is determined from operating parameters from previous torque demands. An allowable torque is determined, taking into account the aging state of the component and the characteristic value at which a limit value of a compliant aging condition of the component is undershot. A current torque demand is compared with the allowable torque. A signal is issued if the current torque demand exceeds the allowable torque. A control command of a motor control unit is triggered. The control command being selected in the case of a deviation of the exceedance of the current torque demand from the allowable torque.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 50/038 - Limiting the input power, torque or speed
• B60W 40/12 - Estimation or calculation of driving parameters for road vehicle drive control systems not related to the control of a particular sub-unit related to parameters of the vehicle itself
• B60W 50/00 - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit

Abstract

A method of producing a conductive nanoporous support, comprises: (i) producing an inorganic template by mixing and subjecting to high-energy ball milling an inorganic material and a powder selected from a carbonaceous material, a polymer, or a metal oxide; and (ii) coating the inorganic template with metal nanoparticles to obtain the nanoporous support. The invention further relates to a conductive nanoporous support, an electrolytic electrode, or gas diffusion electrode and an electrolytic cell or fuel cell.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 4/86 - Inert electrodes with catalytic activity, e.g. for fuel cells
• H01M 4/88 - Processes of manufacture
• H01M 4/92 - Metals of platinum group

Goods & Services

(1) All purpose cleaners, car wash and wax; Automobile accessories - namely, windshield washer solvent with anti-freeze. (2) Oil. (3) Oil filters, air filters and fan belts. (4) Flashers; Automobile accessories - namely, reflective triangle mounted on base for use as a road hazard warning; Batteries. (5) Horns; Brake shoes, wiper blades, brake pads and drive belts.

Abstract

The invention relates to a battery safety system (10) for controlled, active gas release. The battery safety system (10) for controlled gas release in the case of aging, leakage or an accident has a sorption element (15) for absorbing the chemical compounds that arise during the gas release, and has a sensor or indicator for monitoring the saturation of the sorption element (15). The invention also relates to the use of a sensor or indicator for monitoring the saturation of sorption elements (15) in battery systems (10), and to the use of the battery safety system (10) according to the invention in battery-powered transport means, household appliances or large-scale electrochemical storage plants.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
• H01M 50/30 - Arrangements for facilitating escape of gases
• H01M 50/392 - Arrangements for facilitating escape of gases with means for neutralising or absorbing electrolyteArrangements for facilitating escape of gases with means for preventing leakage of electrolyte through vent holes

Abstract

The present invention relates to a support element (1) for a support structure (2) for a motor vehicle (3), having a first support component (4) extending in a longitudinal direction (L) of the support element (1) and having an open first longitudinal side (5), and a second support component (6) extending in the longitudinal direction (L) of the support element (1), arranged on the open first longitudinal side (5) and at least partially covering the open first longitudinal side (5). A third support component (8), which at least partially covers the second longitudinal side (7), is arranged on a second longitudinal side (7) of the first support component (4) which is different from the open first longitudinal side (5). The invention further relates to a support structure (2) for a motor vehicle (3) and to a motor vehicle (3).

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 25/08 - Front or rear portions
• B62D 21/15 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted having impact absorbing means, e.g. a frame designed to permanently or temporarily change shape or dimension upon impact with another body

Abstract

Approaches, techniques, and mechanisms are disclosed for 3D sensing. According to one embodiment, a light source located at a specific spatial location illuminates physical objects in a physical environment. A first sensor element of a first light detector at a first spatial location detects a first event of a first light reflection from an exterior surface position of a specific physical object. A second sensor element of a second light detector at a second spatial location detects a second event of a second light reflection from the exterior surface position of the specific physical object. Time-of-flight measurements and triangulation measurements are generated based on the first and second events and the first and second spatial locations. A set of specific spatial coordinate values for the exterior surface position of the specific physical object is determined based on the time-of-flight measurements and triangulation measurements.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 17/894 - 3D imaging with simultaneous measurement of time-of-flight at a 2D array of receiver pixels, e.g. time-of-flight cameras or flash lidar
• G01S 7/4865 - Time delay measurement, e.g. time-of-flight measurement, time of arrival measurement or determining the exact position of a peak
• G01S 17/48 - Active triangulation systems, i.e. using the transmission and reflection of electromagnetic waves other than radio waves

Abstract

The invention relates to a sun shade (10) for a vehicle, having a shield (20) which is magnetically held on the sun shade (10) and can be removed by a user (50) and worn as a sun visor. To this end, the shield (20) is approximately crescent-shaped, and on both the shield (20) and the sun shade (10), at least one magnetic element (12, 22) is provided in each case in order to hold the shield (20) on the sun shade (10). The invention further relates to a vehicle comprising such a sun shade (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60J 3/02 - Antiglare equipment associated with windows or windscreensSun visors for vehicles adjustable in position
• A42B 1/00 - HatsCapsHoods

Abstract

The disclosure relates to validation of a driving corridor for lateral guidance of a motor vehicle by a driver assistance system. Based on environmental data, a driving corridor with corridor boundaries is determined, the corridor boundaries specifying a first track width for the lateral guidance of the motor vehicle. It is then checked whether there is more than one driving trajectory within the corridor boundaries, by determining whether there is more than one data point along a rear axle of the motor vehicle, each of which is assigned to a different driving trajectory. Based on a result of the determining, the driving corridor is validated and the first track width is used for the lateral guidance of the motor vehicle, or the driving corridor is falsified and a different, second track width is used for the lateral guidance of the motor vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 30/12 - Lane keeping
• B60W 40/02 - Estimation or calculation of driving parameters for road vehicle drive control systems not related to the control of a particular sub-unit related to ambient conditions

Abstract

The invention relates to an installation (10) for separating carbon dioxide from ambient air. The installation (10) comprises an adsorption chamber (12) for binding carbon dioxide from the ambient air in a sorbent (80), a desorption chamber (14) for releasing the carbon dioxide bound in the sorbent (80), and a cooling chamber (16) for cooling the sorbent (80) after the release of the carbon dioxide bound in the sorbent (80). Heating means for heating the sorbent (80) are arranged in the desorption chamber (14). The installation (10) also comprises a continuous belt (20), which comprises or supports the sorbent (80), and a drive element (84), which is designed to move the continuous belt (20) through the adsorption chamber (12), the desorption chamber (14), and the cooling chamber (16). According to the invention, air guiding elements (110) are arranged in the adsorption chamber (12), said air guiding elements elongating a flow path through the adsorption chamber (12). The invention additionally relates to a method for separating carbon dioxide from ambient air using such an installation (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 53/08 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by adsorption, e.g. preparative gas chromatography with moving adsorbents according to the "moving bed" method
• B01D 53/62 - Carbon oxides
• B01D 53/83 - Solid phase processes with moving reactants

Abstract

The invention relates to an actuation unit for a vehicle door with a window-lift actuation element (7) and a handle shell (9), wherein the window-lift actuation element (7) is arranged in a handle shell recess (11) delimited towards the outside by the handle shell (9). According to the invention, a door-lock actuation lever of the actuation unit (5) is formed by the handle shell (9).

IPC Classes  ?

• E05F 15/695 - Control circuits therefor
• B60J 5/04 - Doors arranged at the vehicle sides
• B60K 35/10 - Input arrangements, i.e. from user to vehicle, associated with vehicle functions or specially adapted therefor
• B60N 2/75 - Arm-rests
• E05B 85/12 - Inner door handles

Abstract

The disclosure relates to an elastocaloric element for a temperature control system, wherein the elastocaloric element comprises an elastic carrier and a coating applied to the carrier, wherein the carrier consists at least partly of a plastic and the coating consists at least partly of an elastocaloric material.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60H 1/32 - Cooling devices
• F25B 23/00 - Machines, plants or systems, with a single mode of operation not covered by groups , e.g. using selective radiation effect

Abstract

A battery cell having a cell casing in which a number of electrodes are arranged. The cell casing has a rupture region. The rupture region having an opening. The opening being covered by a gas-permeable membrane.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 50/342 - Non-re-sealable arrangements
• H01M 50/30 - Arrangements for facilitating escape of gases

Abstract

A battery cell having a cell casing in which a number of electrodes are arranged. The cell casing has an opening that is is covered by a gas-permeable membrane. An exterior of the membrane is covered by a cover element in order to restrict the ingress of matter into the cell casing.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 10/52 - Removing gases inside the secondary cell, e.g. by absorption
• B60L 50/60 - Electric propulsion with power supplied within the vehicle using propulsion power supplied by batteries or fuel cells using power supplied by batteries
• H01M 50/103 - Primary casingsJackets or wrappings characterised by their shape or physical structure prismatic or rectangular
• H01M 50/15 - Lids or covers characterised by their shape for prismatic or rectangular cells
• H01M 50/16 - Organic material
• H01M 50/30 - Arrangements for facilitating escape of gases
• H01M 50/342 - Non-re-sealable arrangements

Abstract

The invention relates to a metering device (10) for metering liquid metals (50), in particular for a diecasting installation (100), comprising a metering tube (1) designed to fluidically connect a holding furnace (101) to a casting chamber (102), and a heating device (2) for heating the metering tube (1), the heating device (2) being designed to keep the metal (50) in the liquid state over the entire length of the metering tube (1) via controlled actuation of the heating device (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
• B22D 17/30 - Accessories for supplying molten metal, e.g. in rations

Goods & Services

Scientific, research, navigation, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, audiovisual, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, detecting, testing, inspecting, life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling the distribution or use of electricity; apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data; recorded and downloadable media, computer software, blank digital or analogue recording and storage media; information technology and audiovisual equipment; magnets, magnetizers and demagnetizers; apparatus, instruments and cables for electricity; optical devices, enhancers and correctors; safety, security, protection and signalling devices; diving equipment; navigation, guidance, tracking, targeting and map making devices; measuring, detecting and monitoring instruments, indicators and controllers; automatic indicators of low pressure in vehicle tyres; mileage recorders for vehicles; scientific research and laboratory apparatus, educational apparatus and simulators; thermometers; eyewear, spectacle cases, binoculars, magnifying glasses [optics]; sunglasses; mobile phone case with cords; mobile phone chains; covers for smartphones; vehicle breakdown warning triangles; warning lamps for vehicles; batteries, electric and parts therefor; accumulators, electric and parts therefor; fuel cells and parts therefor; solar batteries; batteries, electric, for vehicles; chargers for batteries, electric; burglar alarms; fire alarms; smoke alarms; gas alarms; anti-theft warning apparatus; fire extinguishers; fire engines; scales; spirit levels; compasses for measuring; rulers [measuring instruments]; acid hydrometers, quantity indicators; electronic control devices and power supply apparatus for vehicle headlights and parts therefor; light-emitting diodes [led]; electronic power controllers; electric and electronic controllers; regulating apparatus and control instruments; simulators for the steering and control of vehicles; artificial intelligence software for vehicles; voltage regulators for vehicles; speed indicators; revolution counters; measuring apparatus and measuring instruments; parking meters; lifesaving apparatus and equipment, namely life-saving rafts, fire escapes, safety nets, safety tarpaulins, life belts, life buoys, life jackets; electrical fuses; relays, electric; laser, not for medical purposes, laser pointers; remote control apparatus, remote controls; aerials; navigation apparatus for vehicles [on-board computers]; mobile telephones; telephone apparatus; television apparatus; video telephones; radios; directional compasses; navigating apparatus [compasses]; navigational instruments; telematic apparatus; telematic terminal apparatus; magnetical, electronical and optical recording medias, phonograph records, compact discs, dvds and other digital recording medias; sound recording carriers, juke boxes, musical, compact discs [read-only memory]; downloadable music files; headphones; loudspeakers; cabinets for loudspeakers; signs, luminous; compact disc players; dvd players; video telephones; phototelegraphy apparatus; projection apparatus; cameras [photography]; films, exposed; film cameras; photocopiers; electronical translation apparatus (computers); electronical pocket translator; encoded magnetic cards; integrated circuit cards [smart cards]; encoded telephone cards; coin-operated mechanisms; automated teller machines [atm]; cash registers, calculating devices; data processing equipment; computers; electronic agendas; facsimile machines; monitors [computer hardware] and monitors [computer programs]; computer peripheral devices; computer programs for use in the autonomous driving of vehicles; computer programs for use in the autonomous navigation of vehicles; computer programs for use in autonomous control of vehicles; computer programs, recorded and downloadable, especially electronical data compilation; computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable; software; games software; downloadable interactive entertainment software for playing video games; video games [computer games] in the form of computer programs recorded on data carriers; application software; mobile apps; pocket calculators; electronic publications, downloadable; downloadable image files; downloadable virtual goods, namely, computer programs featuring vehicles, parts and accessories of vehicles, clothing, toys, sporting articles and equipment as well as art objects for use in online virtual worlds; downloadable virtual goods, namely non-interchangeable tokens (nfts) for creating and trading digital collectibles using blockchain-based software technology for vehicles, parts and accessories of vehicles, clothing, toys, sporting articles and equipment as well as art objects for use in online virtual worlds; downloadable digital media, namely, digital collectibles created with blockchain-based software technology, in the nature of personalized photos, images, videos, and virtual experiences in the field of automotive industry, arts, entertainment, sports and popular culture; digital materials, namely unique units of data each representing a unique creative work in the field of automotive industry, arts, entertainment, sports and popular culture; crash test dummies; microscopes; cables, electric; socket outlets; igniting apparatus, electric, for igniting at a distance; radiological apparatus for industrial purposes; head protection; electronic locks; electronic controllers and electronic control systems; security tokens [encryption devices]; electronic access control systems for interlocking doors; thermal imaging cameras; scales with body mass analysers; covers for tablet computers; black boxes [data recorders]; digital weather stations; charging stations for electric vehicles; interactive touch screen terminals; smart rings; electric and electronic effects units for musical instruments; audio interfaces; equalizers [audio apparatus]; parking sensors for vehicles; teaching robots; humanoid robots with artificial intelligence; personal digital assistants [pdas]; rearview cameras for vehicles; electric wiring harnesses for vehicles; telecommunication apparatus in the form of jewellery; data gloves; parts and fittings of all aforesaid goods, included in this class.

Abstract

The invention relates to a battery housing for a drive battery of a vehicle, and to the manufacture of said battery housing. The proposed invention relates to a manufacturing method (100) for manufacturing a battery housing (200) for a drive battery (501) of a vehicle (500), wherein the manufacturing method (100) comprises providing (101) a battery frame (300), providing (103) at least one cooling plate (400) and forming (105) the battery housing (200) by virtue of the at least one cooling plate (400) being arranged on the battery frame (300), wherein the at least one cooling plate (400) comprises a base panel (401) and a cooling meander panel (403), wherein the cooling meander panel (403), in conjunction with the base panel (401), forms a number of cooling channels (405) for conducting coolant through the at least one cooling plate (400), and wherein the at least one cooling plate (400) is welded or adhesively bonded to the battery frame (300).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 10/613 - Cooling or keeping cold
• H01M 10/625 - Vehicles
• H01M 10/6556 - Solid parts with flow channel passages or pipes for heat exchange
• H01M 50/204 - Racks, modules or packs for multiple batteries or multiple cells
• H01M 50/244 - Secondary casingsRacksSuspension devicesCarrying devicesHolders characterised by their mounting method
• H01M 50/249 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains

Abstract

The invention relates to a method (100) for displaying a lane change operation in a vehicle (1) for a lane change of the vehicle (1) from a first lane (11) to a second lane (12), wherein a display unit (2) with a display region (2.1) for showing information in a visible region (3) for perceiving an external environment of the vehicle (1) is provided. The invention also relates to a computer program product and to a vehicle (1).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 35/233 - Head-up displays [HUD] controlling the size or position in display areas of virtual images depending on the condition of the vehicle or the driver
• B60K 35/28 - Output arrangements, i.e. from vehicle to user, associated with vehicle functions or specially adapted therefor characterised by the type of the output information, e.g. video entertainment or vehicle dynamics informationOutput arrangements, i.e. from vehicle to user, associated with vehicle functions or specially adapted therefor characterised by the purpose of the output information, e.g. for attracting the attention of the driver
• B60K 35/29 - Instruments characterised by the way in which information is handled, e.g. showing information on plural displays or prioritising information according to driving conditions
• B60K 35/81 - Arrangements for controlling instruments for controlling displays
• B60W 30/18 - Propelling the vehicle
• B60W 50/14 - Means for informing the driver, warning the driver or prompting a driver intervention
• G08G 1/16 - Anti-collision systems

Abstract

Proposed is a method for generating a longitudinal control model for a vehicle for determining, in particular within the vehicle, at least one longitudinal control variable for the longitudinal control of the vehicle (1) along an intended route (S), wherein: the longitudinal control model is generated on the basis of swarm data determined by means of a vehicle swarm (3) and stored in an external memory device (100); the swarm data comprise driving course data, which are characteristic of at least section-specific longitudinal control, and preferably lateral control, of the particular swarm vehicle (1) along a route section, and route data, which are respectively associated with the driving course data and which specify the course of the particular route section and preferably the position thereof, comprising: - providing a trainable machine-learning longitudinal control model which comprises a set of parameters for mapping at least one input variable of the longitudinal control model onto at least one output variable, said parameters being settable in the course of a training process to values learned as a result of the training process; and - training the longitudinal control model with the swarm data received from the external memory device, by virtue of the route data being supplied as input variables and by virtue of the at least one output variable being matched against at least one longitudinal control variable which is determined on the basis of the driving course data associated with the route data and which is characteristic of the longitudinal control.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 30/14 - Cruise control

Abstract

The present invention relates to a production method (100) for a battery frame (300) for a drive battery (401) for a vehicle (400), wherein the production method comprises: - casting (101) the battery frame (300) as a monolith in an aluminium die casting process, wherein the battery frame (300) is cast in an off-tool manner, and wherein the battery frame (300) is configured to completely laterally frame the drive battery (401).

IPC Classes  ?

• B22D 17/00 - Pressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure
• B22D 19/04 - Casting in, on, or around, objects which form part of the product for joining parts
• B22D 21/04 - Casting aluminium or magnesium
• H01M 50/224 - Metals
• H01M 50/249 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains
• H01M 50/233 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders characterised by physical properties of casings or racks, e.g. dimensions
• B22D 17/22 - DiesDie platesDie supportsCooling equipment for diesAccessories for loosening and ejecting castings from dies

Abstract

A method (100) for managing access to at least one function of a vehicle is proposed, which comprises determining (102) a counter value (14) by means of a central evaluation unit (11), providing (103) a function login (13) with regard to a function of the vehicle by means of the central evaluation unit (11), wherein the function login (13) comprises the counter value (14), and checking (104), by means of an evaluation unit (12) of the vehicle, whether the counter value is higher than a previously stored reference value.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user

Abstract

Technologies and techniques for communication between a plurality of vehicles enable intuitive communication without distracting the driver. The method involves receiving a message from a second vehicle by a first vehicle, where the message includes content and information regarding the second vehicle. The representation of the second vehicle is presented in a contact analog presentation within a display region of a display unit in the first vehicle, based on the received information regarding the second vehicle. The message content is then presented with reference to the representation of the second vehicle in the contact analog presentation. The system may utilize an on-board computer or a similar display unit for the presentation.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04W 4/46 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P] for vehicle-to-vehicle communication [V2V]
• H04L 51/04 - Real-time or near real-time messaging, e.g. instant messaging [IM]
• H04W 4/12 - MessagingMailboxesAnnouncements

Abstract

An antenna device for emitting and/or receiving electromagnetic radiation in a motor vehicle includes at least two sub-antenna groups arranged at a predefined first distance relative to one another. Each sub-antenna group includes at least one transmitting antenna and one receiving antenna, with a second distance between the at least one transmitting antenna and the one receiving antenna being smaller than the predefined first distance between the sub-antenna groups. This description also relates to a motor vehicle that incorporates the antenna device.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
• G01S 13/931 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications for anti-collision purposes of land vehicles

Abstract

The invention relates to a sensing device (2), comprising a first electrooptical device (9) with at least a first substrate (10) and at least a first electrode (11) on the substrate (10), and comprising a second electrooptical device (12) with at least a second substrate (13) and a second electrode (14) on the substrate (13), wherein a third electrode (15) on the first substrate (10) is provided, wherein the first electrode (11) and the third electrode (15) are non-uniform electrodes, and wherein the first electrode (11) and the third electrode (15) are arranged such, that the first electrode (11) and the third electrode (15) are essentially arranged in parallel to each other on the first substrate (10), wherein a fourth electrode (16) on the second substrate (13) is provided, wherein the second electrode (14) and the fourth electrode (16) are non-uniform electrodes, and wherein the second electrode (14) and the fourth electrode (16) are arranged such, that the second electrode (14) and the fourth electrode (16) are essentially arranged in parallel to each other on the second substrate (13), wherein the first electrooptical device (9) and the second electrooptical device (12) are facing each other, wherein the first electrooptical device (9) and the second electrooptical device (1) are arranged in a predefined distance (17) to each other, and wherein in a free space (18) between the first electrooptical device (9) and the second electrooptical device (12) a voltage sensitive electrooptical material (19) is arranged. Furthermore, the invention relates to an arrangement (23).

IPC Classes  ?

• G02F 1/29 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the position or the direction of light beams, i.e. deflection
• G01S 17/88 - Lidar systems, specially adapted for specific applications
• G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means

Abstract

A system and method for estimating current positions of sensor elements in an array sensor involve providing initial position estimates by an electronic computing device, transmitting a sensor signal into the surroundings, and receiving a reflected signal from at least one calibration target. The system determines the direction of arrival of the reflected signal and analytically estimates the virtual positions of the sensor elements based on this direction and a criterion of smallest residuum. The current positions are then estimated using the virtual positions and initial estimates. The technology further includes a computer program product, a computer-readable storage medium, and an array sensor configured to perform these functions.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 13/87 - Combinations of radar systems, e.g. primary radar and secondary radar
• G01S 5/02 - Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more direction or position-line determinationsPosition-fixing by co-ordinating two or more distance determinations using radio waves
• H04B 17/27 - MonitoringTesting of receivers for locating or positioning the transmitter

Abstract

A radar system for determining target information of radar targets includes a first antenna array configured to emit a transmit signal and receive a first signal reflected by a radar target, and a second antenna array configured to receive a second signal reflected by the radar target. The system is configured to process the received signals to determine distance information and angle hypotheses associated with the radar target. Based on the distance information and angle hypotheses, the system applies optimal filters to generate target information related to the radar target. The disclosure also relates to a vehicle incorporating such a radar system.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 13/00 - Systems using the reflection or reradiation of radio waves, e.g. radar systemsAnalogous systems using reflection or reradiation of waves whose nature or wavelength is irrelevant or unspecified
• G01S 7/40 - Means for monitoring or calibrating
• G01S 13/42 - Simultaneous measurement of distance and other coordinates
• G01S 13/931 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications for anti-collision purposes of land vehicles

Abstract

The invention relates to an electrooptical device (3, 5) for a sensing device (2), comprising at least one substrate (9) and at least a first electrode (10) on the substrate (9), characterized in that, a second electrode (11) on the substrate (9) is provided, wherein the first electrode (10) and the second electrode (11) are non-uniform electrodes, and wherein the first electrode (10) and the second electrode (11) are arranged such, that the first electrode (10) and the second electrode (11) are essentially arranged in parallel to each other on the substrate (9). Furthermore the invention relates to an arrangement (8), as well as to a sensing device (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• G02F 1/03 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on ceramics or electro-optical crystals, e.g. exhibiting Pockels or Kerr effect
• G02F 1/1343 - Electrodes
• G02F 1/155 - Electrodes

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for the continuous production of a battery electrode from an electrode powder mixture, the electrode powder mixture having an active material, a binder material and a conducting additive. A powder mixture is first produced by adding the active material, the binder material and the conducting additive. The powder mixture consisting of the active material, the binder material and the conducting additive is then pretreated using a mixer, during which pretreatment the powder mixture is mixed and homogenised and the binder is fibrillated. The powder mixture is then subjected to continuous impact-intensive comminution in order to form a pulverulent, free-flowing electrode powder mixture. The pulverulent, free-flowing electrode powder mixture that has been produced is then transferred by using a removal opening and by means of pouring and/ or shaking with a desired width and thickness into a calender gap. Here, a film is produced from the electrode powder mixture in the calender gap, by means of shear forces inside the calender gap. This film is then transferred onto a current collector film, compressed to form a film of the desired target thickness and thus processed into a battery electrode.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01F 27/1143 - Helically shaped stirrers, i.e. stirrers comprising a helically shaped band or helically shaped band sections screw-shaped, e.g. worms
• H01M 4/02 - Electrodes composed of, or comprising, active material
• H01M 4/04 - Processes of manufacture in general

Goods & Services

Vehicles and conveyances; Vehicles for locomotion by land, air, water or rail, and parts therefor; Motorised land vehicles; Autonomous cars; Automotive vehicles; Cars; Robotic cars; Motor racing cars; Lorries; Motor buses; Caravans; Tractors; Omnibuses; Motorcycles; Mopeds; Bicycles; Electricbicycles; Two-wheeled vehicles, scooters (vehicles); Self-balancing boards; Self-balancing electric unicycles; Self-balancing one-wheeled electric scooters; Chair lifts, cable cars; Wheelchairs; Prams; Small wagons for transporting children; Aircraft; Boats, ships; Locomotives; Camera drones; Helicams; Cable transport apparatus and installations; Carts, shopping trolleys, baggage trolleys, Trolleys for hand traction, Trolleys [mobile carts]; Trailers and semi-trailers for vehicles; Trailer hitches for vehicles; Motors and drives for land vehicles; Propulsion mechanisms for land vehicles; Chassis for vehicles; Vehicle superstructures for vehicles; Couplings for land vehicles; Suspension shock absorbers for vehicles; Shock absorbing springs for vehicles; Pneumatic tyres; Tyres for vehicle wheels; Rims for vehicle wheels; Solid rubber tyres for vehicle wheels; Vehicle wheels; Hubs for vehicle wheels; Lug nuts for vehicle wheels; Inner tubes for pneumatic tyres; Casings for pneumatic tyres; Tyre mousse inserts; Repair outfits for inner tubes, adhesive rubber patches for repairing inner tubes; Spikes for tyres; Snow chains; Non-skid devices for vehicle tyres; Vehicle seats; Rearview mirrors; Head-rests for vehicle seats; Anti-theft alarms for vehicles, anti-theft devices for vehicles; Cigar lighters for automobiles; Clips adapted for fastening automobile parts to automobile bodies; Cup holders for vehicles; Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.

Goods & Services

Automobiles and structural parts therefor

Abstract

A method for operating a vehicle having at least one functional unit for performing a driving function, wherein the functional unit is controllable by a control unit of the vehicle to execute the driving function in an automated driving mode. The method includes carrying out an initialization process to activate a manual driving mode for externally controlling the driving function via an operating device. Additionally, the disclosure pertains to a computer program product and a system associated with the vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 60/00 - Drive control systems specially adapted for autonomous road vehicles
• B60W 30/182 - Selecting between different operative modes, e.g. comfort and performance modes
• B60W 40/08 - Estimation or calculation of driving parameters for road vehicle drive control systems not related to the control of a particular sub-unit related to drivers or passengers
• B60W 50/00 - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit
• B60W 50/08 - Interaction between the driver and the control system

Abstract

A method controls an at least partially autonomous ego motor vehicle having a positive driving behavior in the event of turning off or a lane change of a relevant road user. The method includes determining a current shortest distance between the ego motor vehicle and the relevant road user, determining a safety measure which contains a collision probability, determining an ideal speed of the ego motor vehicle at which a predefined safety measure is attainable, and determining a speed-based adjustment value for acceleration and/or deceleration of the ego motor vehicle based on the ideal speed. The method further includes determining a distance-based adjustment value for acceleration and/or deceleration of the ego motor vehicle based on a hazard factor kept available by the storage unit, selecting between the speed-based adjustment value and the distance-based adjustment value, and controlling deceleration or acceleration of the ego motor vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 30/165 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle automatically following the path of a preceding lead vehicle, e.g. "electronic tow-bar"
• B60W 10/04 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of propulsion units
• B60W 10/18 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of braking systems
• B60W 10/20 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of steering systems
• B60W 30/09 - Taking automatic action to avoid collision, e.g. braking and steering
• B60W 30/095 - Predicting travel path or likelihood of collision
• B60W 30/18 - Propelling the vehicle
• B60W 60/00 - Drive control systems specially adapted for autonomous road vehicles

Abstract

The invention relates to a refrigerant compressor (100) for a refrigerant circuit (200), comprising a housing (10) with a low-pressure-side inlet (11) for a refrigerant, wherein the refrigerant compressor (100) comprises a first high-pressure-side outlet (12) and a second high-pressure-side outlet (13) for the refrigerant, and the refrigerant compressor (100) has at least one valve (14) for selectively conducting the refrigerant to the first high-pressure-side outlet (12) and to the second high-pressure-side outlet (13). The housing (10) comprises a compressor cover (17), and the at least one valve (14) is inserted and/or integrated into the compressor cover (17) and/or is arranged in the compressor cover (17). The compressor cover (17) has an inlet opening (19) on an inner face (18), and the first high-pressure-side outlet (12) and the second high-pressure-side outlet (13) are arranged on an outer face (20) of the compressor cover (17). The at least one valve (14) switches a flow path for the refrigerant from the inlet opening (19) selectively to the first high-pressure-side outlet (12) and to the second high-pressure-side outlet (13) of the compressor cover (17).

IPC Classes  ?

• F04B 39/10 - Adaptation or arrangement of distribution members
• F04B 39/12 - CasingsCylindersCylinder headsFluid connections
• F04B 49/22 - Control of, or safety measures for, machines, pumps, or pumping installations, not otherwise provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups by means of valves
• B60H 1/32 - Cooling devices

Abstract

The invention relates to a fuse module (100) for interrupting a current circuit, in particular in a vehicle (300), having a reversible switching element (110) which is designed, in a closed state (I), to conduct current from a first contact (121) to a second contact (122) by means of an electrical connection and, in an open state (II), to interrupt the electrical connection between the first contact (121) and the second contact (122), a diagnostic module (130) which is designed to record at least the closed state (I) or the open state (II) of the reversible switching element (110) as a diagnosis, and a communication module (140) which is designed to output the diagnosis. The invention furthermore relates to a fuse box (200) and to a vehicle (300).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 16/023 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems
• H01H 47/00 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current

Abstract

The invention relates to a cooling arrangement (1) for a controller (2) of a motor vehicle, comprising a cooling body (5) and comprising a latent heat store (10), wherein the cooling body (5) has at least one coolant channel (7) for a coolant which can be conveyed through the at least one coolant channel (7) for the purpose of dissipating heat, wherein the latent heat store (10) has at least one chamber (14, 15) containing a phase-change material (12). Provision is made for the cooling body (5) to be directly thermally coupled to the controller (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
• H01L 23/427 - Cooling by change of state, e.g. use of heat pipes
• H01L 23/473 - Arrangements for cooling, heating, ventilating or temperature compensation involving the transfer of heat by flowing fluids by flowing liquids

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for determining an expected driving trajectory (28) of a motor vehicle (1), comprising: providing (S1) a map (20) depicting at least one road (2) without differentiation between individual lanes (3) of the road (2); providing (S2) swarm data (22) which describe a swarm trajectory (23) for each lane (3) of the road (2); generating (S3) a further map (24) depicting all lanes (3) for the road (2) by evaluating the provided swarm data (22) and mapping the swarm trajectories (23) onto the map (20); locating the motor vehicle (1) on one of the lanes (3) of the further map (24); determining (S4) driving trajectory information (27) which describes an expected driving trajectory (28) of the motor vehicle (1) by evaluating the further map (24), wherein the expected driving trajectory (28) extends on the lane (3) on which the motor vehicle (1) was located; operating (S5) a driver assistance system (6) of the motor vehicle (1) taking into consideration the determined driving trajectory information (27).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 50/00 - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit
• B60W 60/00 - Drive control systems specially adapted for autonomous road vehicles
• B60W 30/14 - Cruise control
• B60W 30/18 - Propelling the vehicle

Goods & Services

Fahrzeuge und Beförderungsmittel; Fahrzeuge zur Beförderung auf dem Lande, in der Luft, auf dem Wasser oder auf Schienen sowie deren Teile; motorisierte Landfahrzeuge; führerlose Fahrzeuge [autonome Fahrzeuge]; Kraftfahrzeuge; Automobile; Roboterautos; Rennwagen; Lastkraftwagen; Autobusse; Wohnwagen; Traktoren; Omnibusse; Motorräder; Mopeds; Fahrräder; Elektrische Fahrräder; Zweiräder, Roller [Fahrzeuge]; Hoverboards; Selbstbalancierende Einräder; Selbstbalancierende Einrad-Elektroroller; Sessellifte, Seilbahnen; Rollstühle; Kinderwagen; Wägelchen zum Transport von Kindern; Luftfahrzeuge; Boote, Schiffe; Lokomotiven; Kameradrohnen; Kamera-Helikopter; Drahtseilfördergeräte und -anlagen; Karren, Einkaufswagen, Gepäckwagen, Handwagen, mobile Handkarren; Anhänger und Sattelauflieger für Fahrzeuge; Anhängerkupplungen für Fahrzeuge; Motoren und Antriebe für Landfahrzeuge; Triebwerke für Landfahrzeuge; Fahrwerke für Fahrzeuge; Fahrzeugaufbauten von Fahrzeugen; Kupplungen für Landfahrzeuge; Stoßdämpfer für Fahrzeuge; Stoßdämpferfedern für Fahrzeuge; Reifen (Pneus); Reifen für Fahrzeugräder; Felgen für Fahrzeugräder; Vollgummireifen für Fahrzeugräder; Fahrzeugräder; Naben für Fahrzeugräder; Radmuttern für Fahrzeugräder; Schläuche für Reifen; Laufmäntel für Luftreifen; Schaumstoffeinlagen für Reifen; Flickzeug für Reifenschläuche, selbstklebende Flickgummis für die Reparatur von Reifenschläuchen; Spikes für Reifen; Schneeketten; Gleitschutzvorrichtungen für Fahrzeugreifen; Fahrzeugsitze; Rückspiegel; Kopfstützen für Fahrzeugsitze; Alarmanlagen für Fahrzeuge, Diebstahlsicherungen für Fahrzeuge; Zigarettenanzünder für Automobile; Clips für die Befestigung von Kraftfahrzeugteilen an Kraftfahrzeugkarosserien; Becherhalter für Fahrzeuge; Angepasste Regale für Fahrzeuge; Lastkraftwagen mit eingebauten Regalen; Teile und Zubehör für alle vorgenannten Waren, soweit in dieser Klasse enthalten. Möbel; Spiegel, Bilderrahmen, Betten; Kissen; Bettzeug, ausgenommen Bettwäsche; Schlafmatten [Matratzen] für Campingzwecke; Briefkästen, nicht aus Metall oder gemauert; Regale; Schränke; Tische, Schreibtische, Stühle, Polstersessel, Sofas, Kinderhochstühle und -lauflerngeräte, Kleiderbügel, Kopfpolster; Holzkästen; Kisten aus Kunststoff; Kleiderständer; Ankerbojen nicht aus Metall; Schlösser und Schlüssel nicht aus Metall; Tür-, Tor- und Fensterbeschläge, nicht aus Metall; Ventile, nicht aus Metall; Befestigungsmaterial, nicht aus Metall; Klemmen, nicht aus Metall; Haltegriffe, nicht aus Metall; Haken, nicht aus Metall; Identifikationsarmbänder, nicht aus Metall; Wimpelhalter; Dübel aus Kunststoff, Spulen nicht aus Metall [ausgenommen als Teile von Maschinen und Apparaten], Stangen, nicht aus Metall, Sägeböcke, Spülsteinmatten, Treppenbeschläge aus Plastik, Saugnäpfe aus Kunststoff, Spender für Papierhandtücher [ortsfest, nicht aus Metall], Tabletts, nicht aus Metall, Etiketten aus Kunststoff; Tonnen, Fässer nicht aus Metall, Verpackungsbehälter aus Kunststoff, Tanks für flüssige Brennstoffe, nicht aus Metall, aufblasbare Werbeartikel, soweit in dieser Klasse enthalten; Kisten, nicht aus Metall; Kanister, nicht aus Metall; Leitern aus Holz oder Kunststoff; Bilderrahmen; Bambus; Kunstgegenstände aus Holz, Wachs, Gips oder aus Kunststoff; Anschlagtafeln; Dekorationsartikel aus Kunststoff für Nahrungsmittel; Behausung und Betten für Tiere; Namensarmbänder, nicht aus Metall, zur Verwendung in Krankenhäusern; Särge und Bestattungsurnen; Garderobenhaken; Vorhangringe; Statuen, Figuren, Schilder, Verzierungen und Kunstwerke aus Holz, Wachs, Gips, Kunststoff, Kork, Rohr, Binsen, Weide, Horn, Knochen, Elfenbein, Fischbein, Schildpatt, Bernstein, Perlmutter und Meerschaum; Behälter sowie Verschlüsse und Halter hierfür, nicht aus Metall; Leitern, nicht aus Metall; Mobile Treppen, nicht aus Metall; Kunststofframpen für Fahrzeuge; Displays, Ständer und Beschilderungen, nicht aus Metall; Ladelehren, nicht aus Metall, für Eisenbahnwaggons; Ölauffangbehälter, nicht aus Metall; Modulare Regale [Möbel]; Regaleinheiten; Regalelemente; Regalteile, nicht aus Metall; Einlegewannen für Regale; Als Komplettbausätze verkaufte Regale; Regale aus Metall [Möbel]; Möbel aus Metall als Regale; Regalstangen, nicht aus Metall; Halterungen für Regale, nicht aus Metall; Regalstützen aus Metall [Teile von Möbeln]; Regaltrennwände aus Metall [Teile von Möbeln]; Regalhalterungen, nicht aus Metall [Teile von Möbeln]; Kannelierte Schienen, nicht aus Metall, zur Wandbefestigung von Regalen; Regaltrenner, nicht aus Metall, als Teile von Möbeln; Aufhänger, nicht aus Metall, für Regale; Regalrahmen, nicht aus Metall [Möbel]; Schubladen; Schubladen-Organizer; Schubladen [Möbelteile]; Teile und Zubehör für alle vorgenannten Waren, soweit in dieser Klasse enthalten. Bau-, Montage- und Abbrucharbeiten; Installations-, Reinigungs-, Reparatur- und Wartungsarbeiten in Bezug auf Maschinen und Kraftfahrzeuge; Vermietung von Werkzeugen, Baumaschinen und Geräten für Bau-, Abbruch-, Reinigungs- und Wartungsarbeiten; Bergbauarbeiten; Gas- und Ölgewinnungsarbeiten; Schädlingsbekämpfung und -vernichtung [ausgenommen für land-, garten- und forstwirtschaftliche Zwecke] sowie Desinfektion; Umbau, Reparatur, Instandhaltung, Demontage, Wartung, Pflege und Reinigung von Fahrzeugen, Motoren, Fahrzeugrädern und deren Teilen; Tankdienste für Fahrzeuge; Aufladen von Elektrofahrzeugen, Autobatterien, Mobiltelefonakkus sowie Batterien für Computer und Telefone; Reparatur von Fahrzeugen im Rahmen der Pannenhilfe; Kundenspezifische Durchführung von Umbauten an Karosserie, Fahrwerk und Motor von Kraftfahrzeugen (Tuning), soweit in dieser Klasse enthalten; Lackieren von Fahrzeugen und deren Teile; Polieren von Fahrzeugen; Rostschutzbehandlung von Fahrzeugen; Fahrzeuginstandhaltung; Reinigung von Fahrzeugen; Runderneuerung von Reifen; Wartung, Reinigung und Reparatur von Dampfkesseln und Brennern; Auskünfte über Reparaturen; Auskünfte in Bauangelegenheiten; Montage von Türen und Fenstern; Steinbrucharbeiten; Installation, Wartung und Reparatur von Maschinen; Wartung und Reparatur von Flugzeugen; Schiffsbau; Reparatur von Fotoapparaten; Reparatur von Uhren; Reparatur von Schlössern; Rostschutzarbeiten; Möbelpflegearbeiten; Instandhaltung, Reinigung und Reparatur von Leder; Desinfektionsarbeiten; Installation und Reparatur von Einbruchalarmanlagen; Montage von Regalen; Installation von Regalen; Montieren von Regalen [Installationsarbeiten]; Beratung und Information in Bezug auf vorgenannte Dienstleistungen, soweit in dieser Klasse enthalten.

Abstract

A controller for providing classification of sensor data for a motor vehicle using an optical neural network and a method for operating the controller are disclosed. The controller includes an optical neural network configured to provide optically coded sensor data and evaluate the data using multiple optical neurons with electromagnetically induced transparency properties. The evaluation results in optically coded classification information, which is converted into electronically coded classification information by a conversion device within the controller. The electronically coded classification information is then provided for use by the motor vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06V 10/82 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using neural networks
• G06V 20/56 - Context or environment of the image exterior to a vehicle by using sensors mounted on the vehicle

Abstract

In an example, an optimized inverter switching arrangement to operate a system with an electric drive may include an inverter circuit as a two-level inverter, which couples an alternating signal connection and a direct signal connection of the switching arrangement to each other. The inverter circuit may include at least two phases, which are each equipped with first switching elements as a half bridge. At least one second switching element is associated with each of the phases to form a hybrid circuit. The first and second switching elements differ in their semiconductor technology. By a control circuit, the inverter circuit may be operated in a short circuit operation to perform an active short circuit in case of a fault. The control circuit may control the first and second switching elements such that the alternating signal connection is short-circuited by each phase.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02M 7/5387 - Conversion of DC power input into AC power output without possibility of reversal by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode using devices of a triode or transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only, e.g. single switched pulse inverters in a bridge configuration
• B60L 3/00 - Electric devices on electrically-propelled vehicles for safety purposesMonitoring operating variables, e.g. speed, deceleration or energy consumption

Abstract

The invention relates to a transport robot configured so as, when operated individually and/or in a fleet, to receive, to transport and to deposit an object, the transport robot having a frame on which a plurality of driving modules are at least indirectly arranged. In order to propose a transport robot which permits sustainable and precise steering, provision is made according to the invention for there to be arranged between the driving modules and the frame a coupling device which, in a first coupling setting, permits the frame to be adjusted in height and, in a second coupling setting, permits the driving modules to be freely rotatable with respect to the frame. (Fig. 1d)

IPC Classes  ?

• B60S 13/00 - Vehicle-manoeuvring devices separate from the vehicle
• B66F 9/06 - Devices for lifting or lowering bulky or heavy goods for loading or unloading purposes movable, with their loads, on wheels or the like, e.g. fork-lift trucks
• B62B 3/06 - Hand carts having more than one axis carrying transport wheelsSteering devices thereforEquipment therefor involving means for grappling or securing in place objects to be carriedLoad handling equipment for simply clearing the load from the ground, e.g. low-lift trucks

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for controlling a transport robot which is designed to operate individually and/or as part of a fleet in order to pick up, transport and set down an article, wherein the transport robot has a frame on which multiple traction modules are at least indirectly arranged, each traction module having a wheel pair, the wheels of which are rotatable mutually independently about a common axis of rotation, wherein the wheel pairs are mounted rotatably about a vertical axis. In order to specify a control method for a transport robot of the type in question, which control method is furthermore easy to implement, the invention proposes that the control method specifies the target rotational speeds of the individual wheels of all of the wheel pairs on the basis of target variables relating to a linear speed and a yaw rate of the transport robot.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05D 1/65 - Following a desired speed profile
• G05D 1/695 - Coordinated control of the position or course of two or more vehicles for maintaining a fixed relative position of the vehicles, e.g. for convoy travelling or formation flight
• G05D 105/20 - Specific applications of the controlled vehicles for transportation
• G05D 107/70 - Industrial sites, e.g. warehouses or factories
• G05D 109/10 - Land vehicles

Abstract

The invention relates to a control method for a transport robot that is designed to pick up, transport and put down an item during stand-alone operation and/or during fleet operation, the transport robot having a frame on which multiple drive modules are arranged at least indirectly. In order to propose a control method that permits collision-free and precise control of the movement of the transport robot, the invention proposes that the control method can be used to control different operating modes, there being provision for a precision mode in which there is provision for the steering angle of the drive modules to be changed only when the transport robot is at a standstill.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04H 6/36 - Garages for many vehicles with mechanical means for shifting or lifting vehicles with means for transport in horizontal direction only characterised by use of freely-movable dollies
• B60S 13/00 - Vehicle-manoeuvring devices separate from the vehicle
• E04H 6/42 - Devices or arrangements peculiar to garages, not covered elsewhere, e.g. securing devices, safety devices
• G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]

Abstract

The invention relates to a formation control method (400) for a fleet of a plurality of transport robots (100) which are designed to pick up, transport and set down an object, wherein each transport robot has a frame (10) on which a plurality of driving modules (19) are at least indirectly arranged, each of which driving module has a wheel pair (20), the wheels (211, 212) of which are rotatable mutually independently about a common axis of rotation, and wherein the wheel pairs are mounted rotatably about a vertical axis. The aim of the invention is to provide a transport robot which allows for resources-saving and precise steering. The aim is achieved in that the transport robots can be connected to a control unit (80, 81) which is designed to carry out the formation control method by means of which the target rotational speeds of the individual wheels of all wheel pairs can be specified on the basis of target variables with respect to linear velocities and yaw rates of the transport robots in a formation.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04H 6/36 - Garages for many vehicles with mechanical means for shifting or lifting vehicles with means for transport in horizontal direction only characterised by use of freely-movable dollies
• B60S 13/00 - Vehicle-manoeuvring devices separate from the vehicle
• E04H 6/42 - Devices or arrangements peculiar to garages, not covered elsewhere, e.g. securing devices, safety devices
• G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]

Abstract

The invention relates to an installation (10) for separating a gas and/or air moisture from the ambient air (11). The installation comprises a flow generator (24) for conveying the ambient air (11) through the installation (10), a process chamber (12) for drying the ambient air (11) and/or a process chamber (30) for separating a gas, in particular carbon dioxide (70), from the ambient air (11). In the process chamber (12, 30) there is arranged a sorption element (16, 36) with a sorbent material (18, 38) for binding air moisture from the ambient air (11) and/or for separating a gas, in particular carbon dioxide (70), from the ambient air (11). According to the invention, the second sorption element (34) has a plurality of heatable sorption cells (60-68) which are arranged in at least two different cascades (50-58) in the flow direction of a gas stream (72) through the second process chamber (30), and at least two heating elements (40, 41), wherein at least one heating element (40, 41) is allocated to each cascade (50-58), and wherein the ambient air (11) flows through the cascades (50-58) in series such that the waste heat of the sorption cells (60) of the first cascade (50) is transferred to the sorption cells (62) of the second cascade (52).

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 53/04 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by adsorption, e.g. preparative gas chromatography with stationary adsorbents
• B01D 53/26 - Drying gases or vapours

Abstract

A sensor cover for a sensor system configured to remove weather-induced soiling for the unimpaired use of a sensor within the sensor system is disclosed. The sensor cover includes at least one sensor section and at least one base body extending over the sensor. At least one electrode section is provided on the base body. The sensor cover includes at least one piezoactive actuator for generating sound waves in the sensor cover, with the piezoactive actuator arranged at the electrode section of the base body. Additionally disclosed is a sensor system incorporating the sensor cover and a motor vehicle equipped with the sensor system.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 7/481 - Constructional features, e.g. arrangements of optical elements
• B06B 1/06 - Processes or apparatus for generating mechanical vibrations of infrasonic, sonic or ultrasonic frequency making use of electrical energy operating with piezoelectric effect or with electrostriction
• B08B 7/02 - Cleaning by methods not provided for in a single other subclass or a single group in this subclass by distortion, beating, or vibration of the surface to be cleaned
• B60S 1/56 - Cleaning windscreens, windows, or optical devices specially adapted for cleaning other parts or devices than front windows or windscreens
• G01S 7/02 - Details of systems according to groups , , of systems according to group

Abstract

The invention relates to a needle valve (100) with magnetic position determination of the valve needle (10), comprising: a. a valve needle seat (20); b. a containment shell (56); c. a control board (30); d. an electric drive (50) with a stator (51) and a rotor (52), the rotor (52) being arranged in the containment shell ( 56); e. a hollow shaft (53) with an internal thread (53a), which is formed by the rotor (52) or is connected to the rotor (52) in a rotationally fixed manner; f. at least one bearing (54, 55) for the rotor (52); g. a valve needle (10) having a valve needle tip (11) and a valve needle stem (12) having an external thread (12a); h. a magnetic field sensor (60) that is arranged outside the containment shell (56) in an axial direction (X) above the hollow shaft (53); and, i. wherein the external thread (12a) of the valve needle stem (12) engages with the internal thread (53a) of the hollow shaft (53) and a mechanism converts the rotational movement of the hollow shaft (53) into a linear movement of the valve needle (10) in the axial direction (X); j. at least the rotor (52), the hollow shaft (53) and the valve needle (10) are arranged axially symmetrically with a common central longitudinal axis (R, R', R--); wherein k. the needle valve (100) further comprises an annular magnet (80) which is arranged in an extension of the hollow shaft (53) above the rotor (52); and, I. a ferromagnetic metal body (70) which is connected to a free end (12b) of the valve stem (12).

IPC Classes  ?

• F16K 1/50 - Preventing rotation of valve members
• F16K 31/04 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a motor
• F16K 31/50 - Mechanical actuating means with screw-spindle
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for operating an air cushion arrangement (5), in particular for a massage function, of a seat (4), in particular a vehicle seat, the air cushion arrangement having a plurality of backrest air cushions (1, 2, 3), in particular three backrest air cushions, each of which is arranged in a backrest (7) of the seat (4) and is assigned to a lower back region of the backrest (7), wherein the air cushions (1, 2, 3) are arranged one on top of the other along a longitudinal central axis (9) of the backrest (7), and wherein, in each massage step, air is supplied to selected air cushions (1, 2, 3) of the air cushions (1, 2, 3) and/or the air cushions are deflated in order to carry out the massage function. According to the invention, air is supplied to the selected, in particular adjacent, air cushions (1, 2, 3) in order to obtain defined target air pressures, different target air pressures being defined for the selected air cushions (1, 2, 3).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for

Abstract

DRR). The invention further relates to a system (10) for separating a gas and/or atmospheric moisture from the ambient air (11) having such a sorption cell (60), and to a method for producing such a sorption cell (60).

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 53/04 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by adsorption, e.g. preparative gas chromatography with stationary adsorbents
• B01D 53/26 - Drying gases or vapours

Abstract

Technologies and techniques for dynamic fixed pattern correction for an image sensor. A current image and a previous image received in the image sensor is stored and a bias and gain is computed for the current image, wherein the computing includes processing the current image together with a current local average value, the previous image, and a previous local average value. A gain correction value and a bias correction value is generated based on the computing, and the gain correction value and bias correction value are combined with the current image to generate a corrected image. A Bayer image is generated, based on the generated corrected image.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 25/671 - Noise processing, e.g. detecting, correcting, reducing or removing noise applied to fixed-pattern noise, e.g. non-uniformity of response for non-uniformity detection or correction
• H04N 23/76 - Circuitry for compensating brightness variation in the scene by influencing the image signals

Abstract

A method for determining an approach of a person toward a transportation vehicle, a computer program, an apparatus, and a system. In response to UWB technology or other radio-based distance systems being used for the Kessy access, the distance information relating to a user is gathered. In response to the access device containing an acceleration sensor, the movement sequence relating to the distance information is analyzed. The magnetic orientation of a transportation vehicle is known when the transportation vehicle is parked, and this information is included in the analysis. In the course of the calculation, directional vectors are included in the approach detection, and the individual positions are easily calculated.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• H04W 4/02 - Services making use of location information

Abstract

Technologies and techniques for estimating the ground state energy of a quantum chemical system. The method includes classically computing states close to the ground state of the quantum chemical system, assessing the quality of the classically computed states based on their energy distribution, selecting a state based on the assessment result, implementing the selected state on a quantum computer, and estimating the ground state energy of the quantum chemical system on the quantum computer based on the implemented state. The disclosure also encompasses various technologies and techniques for preparing a quantum state for quantum energy estimation on a quantum chemical system and a system for performing these methods.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06N 10/70 - Quantum error correction, detection or prevention, e.g. surface codes or magic state distillation

Abstract

A method for operating a motor vehicle with an internal combustion engine, comprising a combustion engine and an exhaust line with an exhaust aftertreatment system. At least one environmental emission of an exhaust component or multiple exhaust components, contained in the exhaust gas generated by the combustion engine, is determined. If a limitation threshold value for the environmental emission of the exhaust component or at least one of the exhaust components is exceeded, the operation of the combustion engine is limited with respect to the deliverable power. If a warning threshold value for the environmental emission of the exhaust component or at least one of the exhaust components, which is lower than the limitation threshold value, is exceeded, a warning message is triggered and/or the operation of the internal combustion engine is adapted in a power-neutral manner such that the environmental emission of the exhaust component is reduced.

IPC Classes  ?

• F02D 41/02 - Circuit arrangements for generating control signals
• B60Q 9/00 - Arrangement or adaptation of signal devices not provided for in one of main groups

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for operating a seat system (1) for a motor vehicle (2). The method comprises: - detecting a seat position of a seat (3) of the seat system (1), the seat being occupied by an occupant of the motor vehicle (2), by way of a control device (4) of the seat system (1), - determining first position limit values of the seat (3), within which the safety of the occupant corresponds to a predefined first safety criterion, by way of the control device (4), and - registering a change request to change the seat position, the change request being transmitted by an operator of the seat system (1), by way of the control device (4). The control device (4) transmits a confirmation request (5) to the operator if the change request will result in at least a first position limit value from amongst the first position limit values being exceeded, the adjustment of the seat position beyond the first position limit values being performed by corresponding actuation of seat adjusting actuators (6) by way of the control device (4) only when the user responds to the confirmation request (5) by making an entry in the affirmative. The invention further relates to a seat system (1) for a motor vehicle (2) and to a motor vehicle (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
• B60N 2/20 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being tiltable, e.g. to permit easy access

Goods & Services

Hygienic and beauty implements for humans and animals; edged and blunt weapons; cutlery, and food preparation implements being kitchen knives, cutting and grinding implements; hand-operated tools and implements for treatment of materials, and for construction, repair and maintenance; lifting tools; hand-operated tools and implements for use in agriculture, horticulture and forestry, for the construction of machines, apparatus and vehicles and for the building industry; tool handles of metal; scraping tools [hand tools]; spanners [hand tools]; cutlery; table cutlery [knives, forks and spoons]; forks; scissors; side arms, other than firearms; swords; razors; razor cases; manicure sets; sharpening stones; agricultural sprayers [hand operated]; livestock marking tools; harpoons; hand tools, hand-operated; lifting jacks, hand-operated; brick trowels; parts and fittings of all aforesaid goods, included in this class. Apparatus and installations for lighting, heating, cooling, steam generating, cooking, drying, ventilating, water supply and sanitary purposes; flues and installations for conveying exhaust gases; sun tanning appliances; sanitary installations and devices; water supply installations; burners, boilers; light reflectors; fireplaces; refractory furnaces; cookers incorporating grills; camping stoves; barbecues; portable fire pits; air or water filters for industrial and household use; industrial processing installations, namely gas filters and purifiers; industrial ovens and furnaces (not for food or beverages); industrial installations for the filtration of liquids; installations for the collection of gases; installations for the collection of liquids; launders for trapping impurities in molten metal; biological reactors for clarifying industrial effluents; apparatus for treating food waste; drying installations; refrigerating and freezing equipment; regulating and safety accessories for water and gas installations; nuclear installations; heating, ventilating, and air conditioning and purification equipment (ambient); lighting apparatus; lighting apparatus and installations; lamps; light-emitting diodes [led] lighting apparatus; lighting installations for air vehicles; lighting installations for vehicles; light bulbs for directional signals for vehicles; light-emitting diodes [led] lighting apparatus for vehicles; anti-dazzle devices for vehicles [lamp fittings]; anti-dazzle devices for automobiles [lamp fittings]; searchlights; arc lamps; camping lanterns; coffee machines, electric; electric fans for personal use; discharge tubes, electric, for lighting; bicycle lights; vehicle luminaires and their parts, included in this class; vehicle reflectors and their parts, included in this class; vehicle headlights and their parts included in this class; sockets for electric lights; friction lighters for igniting gas; igniters; light bulbs; light bulbs, electric; incandescent burners; filaments for electric lamps; miners' lamps; heating apparatus for solid, liquid or gaseous fuels; heating apparatus, electric; heating installations; heaters for vehicles; air-conditioning installations; air-conditioning apparatus; cooling installations and machines; refrigerators; air conditioners for vehicles; electric lamps; acetylene generators; gas lamps; lamp glasses; lamp mantles; lamp globes; lamp chimneys; lamp shades; lampshade holders; luminous tubes for lighting; electric discharge tubes for lighting; light diffusers; air reheaters; filters for air conditioning; air filtering installations; air or water filters [parts of household or industrial installations]; deodorizing apparatus, not for personal use; defrosters for vehicles; ventilation [air-conditioning] installations for vehicles; heating apparatus for defrosting vehicle windows; air cooling apparatus; air purifying apparatus and machines; germicidal lamps for purifying air; spa baths [vessels]; air sterilizers; air dryers; ventilation [air-conditioning] installations and apparatus; lamp reflectors; safety lamps; solar thermal collectors [heating]; electric torches; ultraviolet ray lamps, not for medical purposes; water conduits installations; level controlling valves in tanks; electric heaters; polymerisation installations; chocolate fountains, electric; electric fairy lights; electrically heated clothing; ice-cream making machines; directional lights for bicycles; heating and cooling apparatus for dispensing hot and cold beverages; usb-powered hand warmers; usb-powered cup heaters; parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class. Vehicles and conveyances; vehicles for locomotion by land, air, water or rail and their parts; motor land vehicles; driverless cars [autonomous cars]; automotive vehicles; cars; robotic cars; motor racing cars; vans [vehicles]; motor buses; caravans; tractors; omnibuses; motorcycles; mopeds; bicycles; electric bicycles; two-wheeled vehicles, scooters [vehicles]; self-balancing boards; self-balancing electric unicycles; self-balancing one-wheeled electric scooters; chairlifts, cableways; wheelchairs; prams; small wagons for transporting children; aircrafts; boats, ships; locomotives; camera drones; helicams; cable transport apparatus and installations; carts, shopping trolleys, luggage carts, trolleys for hand traction, trolleys [mobile carts]; trailers and semi-trailers for vehicles; trailer hitches for vehicles; powertrains, including engines and motors, for land vehicles; propulsion mechanisms for land vehicles; chassis for vehicles; vehicle bodies; couplings for vehicles; shock absorbers for vehicles; shock absorbing springs for vehicles; pneumatic tyres; tyres for vehicle wheels; rims for vehicle wheels; solid rubber tyres for vehicle wheels; vehicle wheels; hubs for vehicle wheels; lug nuts for vehicle wheels; inner tubes for pneumatic tyres; casings for pneumatic tyres; tyre mousse inserts; repair outfits for inner tubes, adhesive rubber patches for repairing inner tubes; spikes for tyres; tire snow chains [land vehicle parts]; non-skid devices for vehicle tyres; vehicle seats; rearview mirrors; head-rests for vehicle seats; security systems for vehicles [other than locks]; anti-theft devices for vehicles; cigar lighters for automobiles; clips adapted for fastening automobile parts to automobile bodies; tumbler holders adapted for use in motor vehicles; parts and accessories for all the above-mentioned goods, included in this class. Pearls, precious stones and precious metals and imitations thereof; jewellery; chronometers and clocks; wristwatches, stopwatches, pocket watches, cases for clock- and watchmaking; jewelry cases [caskets or boxes]; bracelets made of embroidered textile [jewellery]; tie pins; cuff links; pins [jewellery]; other goods made of precious metals and precious stones and imitations thereof, namely statues, figures, ornaments, coins, tokens of value, works of art made of precious metal, key rings; charms for key rings; jewel cases; jewellery charms; metal key rings; hat jewellery; shoe jewellery; rosaries; misbaha [prayer beads]; parts and accessories for all the above mentioned goods, included in this class. Paper and cardboard; printed matter; works of art and figurines of paper and cardboard, and architects' models; drawing materials and materials for artists; filtering materials of paper; bags and articles for packaging, wrapping and storage of paper, cardboard or plastics; cases for stationery; bookbinding material; photographs [printed]; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; brushes for the application of paints; typewriters, electric or non-electric; writing instruments and office requisites, except furniture; teaching materials [except apparatus]; plastic materials for packaging; printing fonts; printing blocks; atlases; calendars; advent calendars; geographical maps; printed publications; printed promotional material; notebooks; postcards; bookmarkers; notepads; document holders [stationery]; pens; ball pens and pencils; flags of paper; table napkins of paper; copying paper [stationery]; toilet paper; paper handtowels; wrapping paper; ink; stamps [seals]; drawing instruments; drawing material; painters' easels; paintings [pictures], framed or unframed; modelling materials; banners of paper; parts and fittings of all the aforementioned goods included in this class. Luggage, bags, wallets and carrying bags; umbrellas and parasols; walking sticks; trunks and suitcases; bags included in this class, especially sport bags, brief cases and handbags; rucksacks, gym bags; drawstring pouches; pocket wallets, purses; toiletry bags; key cases; bags [envelopes, pouches] of leather, for packaging; labels of leather; luggage tags [leatherware]; saddlebags; saddlery, whips and clothing for pets; clothing for pets; tefillin [phylacteries]; leather, unworked or semi-worked; animal skins, hides; parts and fittings of all the aforementioned goods included in this class. Furniture; mirrors (silvered glass), picture frames, beds; pillows; bedding, except linen; letter boxes, not of metal or masonry; racks [furniture]; cupboards; tables, desks, seats, armchairs, sofas, high chairs for babies and infant walkers, coat hangers, bolsters; furniture for camping, camping tables, camping chairs, camp beds, camping mattresses, sleeping mats [mattresses] for camping; picnic units [furniture], picnic baskets; boxes of wood; boxes made of plastic; chests and crates, non-metallic; boxes of wood or plastic; furniture, storage drawers [furniture], storage baskets [furniture], side storage units; containers (non-metallic -) for storage purposes [other than household or kitchen use]; coatstands; mooring buoys, non-metallic; locks and keys, non-metallic; door, gate and window fittings, non-metallic; valves, fasteners, clip clamps, all aforementioned non-metallic; non-metallic grab rails; non-metal hooks; identification bracelets, not of metal; holders for pennants; spring pins of plastic, spools (non-metallic -) [other than parts of machines or apparatus], curtain rings, poles not of metal, saw horses, mats, removable, for sinks, plastic suction cups, paper towel dispensers [fixed, not of metal], trays, not of metal, labels of plastic; casks, not of metal, packaging containers of plastic, containers, not of metal, for liquid fuel, inflatable publicity objects, included in this class; jerrycans, not of metal; step ladders made of wood or of plastic; picture frames; bamboo; works of art of wood, wax, plaster or plastic; display boards; decorations of plastic for foodstuffs; animal housing and beds; identification bracelets, not of metal, for use in hospitals; coffins and funerary urns; coathooks, not of metal; curtain rings; statues, figures, signs, decorations and works of art made of wood, wax, plaster, plastic, cork, cane, rushes, willow, horn, bone, ivory, whalebone, tortoiseshell, amber, mother-of-pearl and sea foam; movable steps, non-metallic; plastic ramps for use with vehicles; displays, stands and signage, non-metallic; loading gauge rods, not of metal, for railway wagons; oil drainage containers, not of metal; parts and fittings for all afore-mentioned goods, included in this class. Statues, figurines, signs and works of art made of porcelain, ceramics, stoneware and glass; articles for animals, namely aquariums and vivariums, devices for pest and vermin control, bird baths, cages, feed and drinking articles, fish bowls, grooming articles, waste disposal articles; household or kitchen utensils and containers; table plates, cups, mugs, drinking vessels, jugs, serving platters, dishes, bowls [basins], egg cups, tea services [tableware]; ice tongs; salad tongs; serving ladles; pestles for kitchen use; mortars for kitchen use; ice cream scoops; spatulas for kitchen use; scoops for household purposes; cutting boards for the kitchen; pouring spouts; straws for drinking; ladles for serving wine; nutcrackers; sugar tongs; salt and pepper shakers; portable cool boxes, non-electric, non-electric cool bags; fitted picnic baskets (including dishes), picnic crockery, picnic boxes; heat-insulated containers for beverages; thermally insulated containers for food; insulating flasks; non-electric kettles; barbecue tongs, barbecue forks, barbecue turners; oven mitts, potholders; portable pots and pans for camping, camping grills; bottle openers, electric and non-electric; tablecloth weights; toilet cases; combs and sponges; brush-making materials, brushes; articles for cleaning purposes; waste paper baskets; coin banks; chamois leather for cleaning; cloths and pads for cleaning displays; glassware, porcelain and earthenware, included in this class; glass, unworked or semi-worked, except building glass; signboards of porcelain or glass; vases; flower vases; glassware for daily use including mugs, table plates, kettles and jars; works of art of porcelain, ceramic, earthenware or glass; brushes; toothbrushes; toothpicks; insulating flasks; mangers for animals; fly traps. Nets, tents, tarpaulins, ropes, strings, sails, sacks, padding, cushioning and stuffing materials, except of paper, cardboard, rubber or plastics, raw fibrous textile, hammocks, bags [envelopes, pouches] of textile, for packaging, car towing ropes, vehicle covers, not fitted; tents, tents for camping. Textile material; household textile articles; textiles and substitutes for textiles; filters made of textile materials; bed blankets and table cloths; table linen, not of paper; bed linen; towels of textile; pillow shams; wall hangings of textile; blankets for beds, blankets for outdoor use; sleeping bags; table napkins of textile; mosquito nets; pennants and flags of textile or plastics; plastic flags; non-woven textile fabrics; felt; bath mitts; picnic blankets. Headwear; clothing; footwear; polo shirts; combinations [clothing]; tee-shirts; coats; jackets [clothing]; bandanas [neckerchiefs]; pants; trousers; layettes [clothing]; bathing suits; raincoats; theatrical costumes; shoes; football shoes; hats; caps being headwear; stockings; gloves [clothing]; shawls and stoles; neckties; belts [clothing]; shower caps; foundation garments. Carpets, door mats, mats, linoleum, artificial ground coverings and other floor coverings; carpets for automobiles; wall and ceiling coverings; non-textile wallpaper, wallpaper, textile wallpaper; wallpaper borders made of paper; borders made of textile, borders [wall coverings made of textile material]. Toys, games, playthings and party novelties; toy cars; scale model kits [toys]; plush toys and other stuffed toys; scale model vehicles; toy vehicles; automobile engine models being toys; scooters [toys]; children's riding vehicles [playthings]; remote-controlled toy vehicles; children's four-wheeled vehicles [playthings]; balls for games; kaleidoscopes; board games; jigsaw puzzles; playing cards; playing balls; gloves for games; toy pushchairs; kites; toys presented in an advent calendar; toy dough; racing car games; articles for playing golf; arcade video game machines; video game apparatus; video game consoles; fairground and playground apparatus; slot machines [gaming machines]; electronic games; sporting articles and equipment, appliances for gymnastics; appliances for gymnastics; floats for fishing; camouflage screens [sports articles]; stationary exercise bicycles; archery implements; christmas tree decorations; artificial christmas trees; parts and fittings of all aforesaid goods, included in this class. Retail and wholesale services in relation to motor vehicles, vehicle parts and automobile accessories, motors and power units for land vehicles, chassis for land vehicles, vehicle bodies and tires for vehicle wheels; retail and wholesale services for mail order in relation to motor vehicles, vehicle parts and automobile accessories, motors and power units for land vehicles, chassis for land vehicles, vehicle bodies and tires for vehicle wheels; retail and wholesale services via the internet in relation to motor vehicles, vehicle parts and automobile accessories, motors and power units for land vehicles, chassis for land vehicles, vehicle bodies and tires for vehicle wheels; retail and wholesale services relating to teleshopping consignments in relation to motor vehicles, vehicle parts and automobile accessories, motors and power units for land/farm vehicles, chassis for land/farm vehicles, vehicle bodies and tires for vehicle wheels; retail store services featuring virtual goods, namely, vehicles, parts and accessories of vehicles, clothing, toys, sporting articles and equipment as well as art objects for use in virtual environments; provision of an online marketplace for buyers and sellers of goods and services in relation to virtual reality game services; retail services in relation to creative works (artwork and digital art) in the field of automotive industry, toy industry sports and popular culture; the bringing together, but not transporting, of a variety of motor vehicles and their parts and accessories, motors and engines for land vehicles, vehicle chassis, vehicle bodies and tires for vehicle wheels for the benefit of others, enabling customers to view and purchase the goods in a retail outlet; mediation of contracts for third parties on the purchase and sale of motor vehicles, motor vehicle parts and accessories, engines and powertrains for land vehicles, chassis for vehicles or vehicle bodies and tires for vehicle wheels; business management of transportation fleet [for others]; commercial information and advice for consumers [consumer advice shop]; administrative order processing; arranging of contracts for others for the buying and selling of goods; business management and organization consultancy; assistance, advisory services and consultancy with regard to business management; advertising; marketing; business management; business administration; clerical services; personnel management consultancy; radio and television advertising; organization of trade fairs for commercial or advertising purposes; news clipping services; presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes; public relations; compiling indexes of information for commercial or advertising purposes; auctioneering; sales promotion for others; promotion of goods and services through sponsorship of sports events; personnel recruitment; administrative services for the relocation of businesses; book-keeping; sponsorship search; consultancy and information relating to the above-mentioned services, included in this class. Building, construction and demolition; installation, cleaning, repair and maintenance relating to machines and motor vehicles; rental of construction, demolition, cleaning and maintenance tools, machines and equipment; mining; oil and gas extraction; extermination, disinfection and pest control; conversion, repair, servicing, dismantling, maintenance, care, cleaning and painting of vehicles, motors, wheels for vehicles and parts therefor; vehicle fueling services; charging of electric vehicles, vehicle batteries, mobile phone batteries and batteries for computer and telephones; vehicle breakdown repair services; custom conversion of motor vehicle bodies, chassis, motors and engines (tuning), included in this class; painting of vehicles; vehicle polishing; anti-rust treatment for vehicles; vehicle maintenance; vehicle cleaning; retreading of tyres; maintenance, cleaning and repair of boilers and burners; repair information; construction information; installation of doors and windows; quarrying services; machinery installation, maintenance and repair; airplane maintenance and repair; shipbuilding; photographic apparatus repair; clock and watch repair; repair of security locks; rustproofing; furniture maintenance; leather care, cleaning and repair; disinfecting; burglar alarm installation and repair; consultancy and information relating to the above-mentioned services, included in this class. Transport; packaging and storage of goods; arranging of transportation for travel tours; travel and passenger transportation; towing; taxi transport; transport by motor vehicles; transportation logistics; vehicle rental, especially rental of automobiles; transport of persons, in particular by buses; car sharing services; arranging of passenger transportation services for others via an online application; freight brokerage services; delivery of goods and packages; storage of electricity; electricity distribution; traffic information; controlling of fleet vehicles using electronic navigational and positioning apparatus. Services for providing food and drink; temporary accommodation.

Abstract

A system and method for operating a movable component of a vehicle. The system involves a control device that assigns a trajectory to the movable component and determines a control signal for operating the movable component based on the trajectory and a gesture. The assignment and control signal are determined using a tangent of the trajectory and/or an angle formed by the tangent and a reference direction relative to the vehicle. This approach effectively considers the vehicle's approach using straightforward techniques. The disclosure also encompasses a control device, a vehicle incorporating the control device, and a computer program for implementing the method.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 81/78 - Detection of handle operationDetection of a user approaching a handleElectrical switching actions performed by handles as part of a hands-free locking or unlocking operation

Abstract

A method for charging or discharging a battery system, wherein the battery system comprises at least two battery cells connected in parallel and/or in series, which can only be charged or discharged together. A voltage is controlled as a control variable by a current or a power as a manipulated variable. The current or the power is specified by taking into account a first state of charge-dependent characteristic curve and a second state of charge-dependent characteristic curve. The first state of charge-dependent characteristic curve and the second state of charge-dependent characteristic curve have opposite gradients, at least in sections. An apparatus for charging or discharging a battery system is also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
• H01M 10/44 - Methods for charging or discharging
• H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte

Abstract

The present invention relates to a robot (10) comprising a working unit (20) and a drive unit (50), wherein the drive unit (50) comprises at least one running wheel (51) and wherein at least one region (24) of a drive motor (23) of the working unit (20) of the robot (10) is accommodated in a shaft (53) of the running wheel (51).

IPC Classes  ?

• A47L 9/04 - Nozzles with driven brushes or agitators
• A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
• A47L 9/00 - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating actionStoring devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereofCarrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for controlling a motor vehicle (10) with an automated driving function using acoustic commands. The automated driving function comprises at least one control program (58) for controlling a steering unit (14), a drive unit (12) and/or a deceleration unit (92) of the motor vehicle (10) which controls the motor vehicle (10) in the automated driving mode. According to the invention, the control program (58) of the automated driving function is adapted on the basis of an acoustic command (94) from a passenger (32) of the motor vehicle (10). The invention also relates to a motor vehicle (10) having a drive unit (12), a steering unit (14) and/or a deceleration unit (92), and having a control unit (40) for carrying out a method of this kind.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 60/00 - Drive control systems specially adapted for autonomous road vehicles
• B60W 30/14 - Cruise control
• B60W 50/14 - Means for informing the driver, warning the driver or prompting a driver intervention
• B60W 50/00 - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for feeding workpieces (4) into a production process system by means of a feeding system (1), wherein the workpieces (4) initially lie unordered in a container (5). One of the workpieces (4) and its positional orientation in the container (5) are recognized by means of an orientation recognition sensor system of the feeding system (1). The recognized workpiece (4) is coupled to a handling effector (6) of the first robot (2), moved out of the container (5) and positioned in a orientation-control position. By means of the orientation recognition sensor system, a coupling orientation of the workpiece (4) in relation to the handling effector (6) of the first robot (2) is recognized, whereupon a workpiece orientation action based on the recognized coupling orientation is carried out, which ensures that the workpiece (4) can be deposited at a specified feed point of the production process system and in a specified feed orientation there. Thereafter, the workpiece (4) is placed at the feed point by means of one of the robots (2, 3), as a result of which the workpiece (4) is brought into the specified feed orientation.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25J 9/16 - Programme controls

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for operating a driver information system (1) for a driver of a forward-driving ego vehicle (2), in which method: surroundings data in the surroundings of the ego vehicle (2) is captured; the surroundings data is analysed in such a way that a relative position and movement of another vehicle (7) approaching from behind is continuously determined; and, based on the surroundings data, graphic data of a representation of the surroundings is generated and is output on a driver information display (5). The invention also relates to a corresponding driver information system (1) for executing said method.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60K 35/81 - Arrangements for controlling instruments for controlling displays

Goods & Services

Geräte und Instrumente zur Aufzeichnung, Übertragung, Wiedergabe oder Verarbeitung von Ton, Bild oder Daten; Aufgezeichnete und herunterladbare Medien, leere digitale oder analoge Aufzeichnungs- und Speichermedien; informationstechnologische und audiovisuelle Geräte; Navigations-, Orientierungs-, Standortverfolgungs-, Zielverfolgungs- und Kartierungsgeräte; Mess-, Erkennungs- und Überwachungsinstrumente, -vorrichtungen sowie -regler; Elektrische und elektronische Steuergeräte; Regelgeräte und -instrumente; Simulatoren für die Lenkung und die Kontrolle von Fahrzeugen; Künstliche Intelligenz-Software für Fahrzeuge; Spannungsregler für Fahrzeuge; Geschwindigkeitsanzeiger; Drehzahlmesser; Messgeräte und Messinstrumente; Navigationsgeräte für Fahrzeuge; Navigationsgeräte; Navigationsinstrumente; Hardware für die Datenverarbeitung; Computer; Computerperipheriegeräte; Computerprogramme zur Verwendung für das autonome Fahren von Fahrzeugen; Computerprogramme zur Verwendung bei der autonomen Navigation von Fahrzeugen; Computerprogramme zur Verwendung bei der autonomen Steuerung von Fahrzeugen; gespeicherte und herunterladbare Computerprogramme, insbesondere Datensammlungen in elektronischer Form; Gespeicherte oder herunterladbare Software-Plattformen; Computersoftware; Anwendungssoftware; Mobile Apps; Teile und Zubehör für alle vorgenannten Waren, soweit in dieser Klasse enthalten. Datenbankverwaltung; Datenverwaltungsdienste; Erfassung, Aktualisierung und Pflege von Daten in Datenbanken [Büroarbeiten]; Datensammlung für Dritte; Zusammenstellen, Analysieren und Systematisieren von Daten in Datenbanken; Sammeln von Daten; Informationen in Geschäftsangelegenheiten durch bereitgestellte computergestützte Daten; Sammeln von statistischen Daten zur Verwendung in der wissenschaftlichen Forschung; Erteilen von Auskünften zu Handels- und Geschäftsangelegenheiten aus Online-Datenbanken; Beratung und Information in Bezug auf vorgenannte Dienstleistungen, soweit in dieser Klasse enthalten. IT-Dienstleistungen; Entwicklung, Programmierung und Implementierung von Software; Entwicklung von Computerhardware; Software as a Service [SaaS]; Vermietung von Software; Vermietung von Computerhardware und Computeranlagen; IT-Beratungs-, Auskunfts- und Informationsdienstleistungen; IT-Sicherheits-, Schutz- und Instandsetzungsdienste; Datenvervielfältigungsdienste und Datenkonvertierungsdienste; Datenkodierungsdienste; Computeranalyse und Computerdiagnostik; Forschung und Entwicklung sowie Implementierung von Computern und Computersystemen; Computerprojektmanagementdienste; Design von Computersoftware; Beratung und Information in Bezug auf vorgenannte Dienstleistungen, soweit in dieser Klasse enthalten.

Goods & Services

Apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data; Recorded and downloadable media, blank digital or analogue recording and memory carriers; Information technology and audiovisual equipment; Navigation, guidance, tracking, targeting and map making equipment; Measuring, detecting and monitoring instruments, indicators and controllers; Electrical and electronic control apparatus; Regulating apparatus and instruments; Simulators for the steering and control of vehicles; Artificial intelligence software for vehicles; Voltage regulators for vehicles; Speed indicators; Revolution counters; Measuring apparatus and instruments; Navigation apparatus for vehicles; Apparatus for navigation; Navigational instruments; Data processing equipment; Computers; Computer peripheral devices; Computer programs for use in autonomous driving of vehicles; Computer programs for use in the autonomous navigation of vehicles; Computer programs for use in autonomous control of vehicles; Recorded and downloadable computer programs, in particular data files in electronic form; Computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable; Computer software; Application software; Mobile apps; Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class. Computerized file management; Data management services; Data entry and data processing; Data compilation for others; Compilation and systemization of information into computer databases, Analysis of data in databases; Collection of data; Provision of computerised data relating to business; Compilation of statistical data for use in scientific research; Provision of commercial information from online databases; Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class. IT services; Software development, programming and implementation; Computer hardware development; Software as a service [SaaS]; Rental of software; Rental of computer hardware and computer installations; IT consultancy, advisory and information services; IT security, protection and restoration; Data duplication and Data conversion; data coding services; Computer analysis and Computer diagnostic services; Research and development, and implementation of computers and computer systems; Computer project management; Software design for others; Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.

Abstract

A method and an assistance system support a lane change by a motor vehicle. In the method, objects detected by a rearward-directed environment sensor system are each assigned to a direction lane of a road on which the motor vehicle is travelling. The direction lane assignment is classified as stable when no switch has occurred for at least a predefined time-period in the object-specific direction lane assignments. A classification as unstable is made as soon as such a switch occurs. As-long-as the direction lane assignment is classified as stable, a lane change by the motor vehicle from the currently travelled lane to an adjacent lane is supported taking into account only objects assigned to this adjacent lane. If a safe lane change is possible in view of the objects taken into account according to a predefined position criterion, this is signaled automatically to support the lane change.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08G 1/16 - Anti-collision systems
• B60W 30/18 - Propelling the vehicle

Abstract

ANN), which has at least one beverage holding base (24), relative to the support and receiving table is reduced.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 2/75 - Arm-rests
• B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated

Abstract

The invention relates to a vehicle component (5), comprising at least one support and receiving table that can be slid, in the manner of a drawer, or pivoted from a retracted position (I), in which the table is arranged within a cavity of the vehicle component (5), into an extended position (II), in which the table protrudes at least partly out of the cavity and into the region outside of the vehicle component (5), and vice versa. According to the invention, the cavity is formed by a frame structure of a support and guide frame (6.4) which has at least one linear frame guide (6.41) and a pivoting frame guide (6.42) which interact with an engagement and passage element (9.5) that is arranged on the support and receiving table and engages into the frame guides in an assembled state of the vehicle component (5) such that the support and receiving table can be slid from the retracted position (I) into the extended position (II) in a linear actuation movement which is guided by the engagement and passage element (9.5) and only then from the extended position (II) into a pivoted extended position (II-S) in a pivoting actuation movement which is likewise guided by the engagement and passage element (9.5).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 2/75 - Arm-rests
• B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated

Goods & Services

Apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data; Recorded and downloadable media, blank digital or analogue recording and memory carriers; Information technology and audiovisual equipment; Navigation, guidance, tracking, targeting and map making equipment; Measuring, detecting and monitoring instruments, indicators and controllers; Electrical and electronic control apparatus; Regulating apparatus and instruments; Simulators for the steering and control of vehicles; Artificial intelligence software for vehicles; Voltage regulators for vehicles; Speed indicators; Revolution counters; Measuring apparatus and instruments; Navigation apparatus for vehicles; Apparatus for navigation; Navigational instruments; Data processing equipment; Computers; Computer peripheral devices; Computer programs for use in autonomous driving of vehicles; Computer programs for use in the autonomous navigation of vehicles; Computer programs for use in autonomous control of vehicles; Recorded and downloadable computer programs, in particular data files in electronic form; Computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable; Computer software; Application software; Mobile apps; Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class. Computerized file management; Data management services; Data entry and data processing; Data compilation for others; Compilation and systemization of information into computer databases, Analysis of data in databases; Collection of data; Provision of computerised data relating to business; Compilation of statistical data for use in scientific research; Provision of commercial information from online databases; Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class. IT services; Software development, programming and implementation; Computer hardware development; Software as a service [SaaS]; Rental of software; Rental of computer hardware and computer installations; IT consultancy, advisory and information services; IT security, protection and restoration; Data duplication and Data conversion; data coding services; Computer analysis and Computer diagnostic services; Research and development, and implementation of computers and computer systems; Computer project management; Software design for others; Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.

Goods & Services

Apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data; Recorded and downloadable media, blank digital or analogue recording and memory carriers; Information technology and audiovisual equipment; Navigation, guidance, tracking, targeting and map making equipment; Measuring, detecting and monitoring instruments, indicators and controllers; Electrical and electronic control apparatus; Regulating apparatus and instruments; Simulators for the steering and control of vehicles; Artificial intelligence software for vehicles; Voltage regulators for vehicles; Speed indicators; Revolution counters; Measuring apparatus and instruments; Navigation apparatus for vehicles; Apparatus for navigation; Navigational instruments; Data processing equipment; Computers; Computer peripheral devices; Computer programs for use in autonomous driving of vehicles; Computer programs for use in the autonomous navigation of vehicles; Computer programs for use in autonomous control of vehicles; Recorded and downloadable computer programs, in particular data files in electronic form; Computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable; Computer software; Application software; Mobile apps; Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class. Computerized file management; Data management services; Data entry and data processing; Data compilation for others; Compilation and systemization of information into computer databases, Analysis of data in databases; Collection of data; Provision of computerised data relating to business; Compilation of statistical data for use in scientific research; Provision of commercial information from online databases; Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class. IT services; Software development, programming and implementation; Computer hardware development; Software as a service [SaaS]; Rental of software; Rental of computer hardware and computer installations; IT consultancy, advisory and information services; IT security, protection and restoration; Data duplication and Data conversion; data coding services; Computer analysis and Computer diagnostic services; Research and development, and implementation of computers and computer systems; Computer project management; Software design for others; Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.

Abstract

A method for determining the standardized sooting tendency of a substance mixture and representative indices for calculating an overall sooting tendency. The sooting tendency is determined using gas-chromatographic component analysis of hydrocarbon types and oxygenates of a substance mixture, in particular of a fuel or of an additive via a reformulyzer analysis. A standardized total yield sooting index) of substance mixtures according to YSITotal=ΣYSIi·Vi/100 is determined, wherein the volumetric proportion (Vi) of each reformulyzer subgroup (i) is multiplied by that of the yield sooting index (YSIi) associated with the reformulyzer subgroup (i), according to which the determined values are summated to the total yield sooting index (YSITotal). Furthermore, method variants are described for determining yield sooting indices (YSIi-M, YSIi-Mid, YSIi-GewM) representing the yield sooting index (YSIi) associated with the subgroups (i).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 30/86 - Signal analysis
• G01N 30/02 - Column chromatography

Abstract

The invention relates to a vehicle component, in particular an armrest (6) or foldable armrest (6), comprising a locking and unlocking device (100) having a reversibly at least extendable storage and receiving table (9), which can be moved in a drawer-like manner from a retracted position (I), in which it is arranged within a cavity of the vehicle component, into an extended position (II), in which it protrudes from the cavity at least partially into the area outside the vehicle component, and vice versa. According to the invention, when the locking and unlocking device (100) is not actuated, a locking element (101) fixed to the frame structure engages in a locking guide slot (102.4) of a rocker (102) and blocks the storage and receiving table (9) in a reversible locking position (P1).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 2/75 - Arm-rests
• B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated

Abstract

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IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 53/14 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by absorption
• B01D 53/32 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by electrical effects other than those provided for in group

Abstract

The disclosure relates to a method for checking plausibility of at least one portion a driving trajectory for a vehicle. First, the portion of the driving trajectory is provided by way of a storage unit external to the vehicle based on swarm data. For a roadway of the vehicle, at least one segment of a roadway boundary is sensed by way of a sensing unit of the vehicle during the operation of the vehicle. The at least one portion the driving trajectory is compared with the at least one segment of the roadway boundary based on a first plausibility condition. The at least one first marking portion is compared with the at least one segment of the roadway boundary based on a second plausibility condition. The plausibility of the at least one portion is checked in accordance with the comparisons.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 30/12 - Lane keeping
• B60W 50/14 - Means for informing the driver, warning the driver or prompting a driver intervention
• G06V 20/56 - Context or environment of the image exterior to a vehicle by using sensors mounted on the vehicle

Abstract

Technologies and techniques for improving a handover of a user equipment in a cell of a mobile communication system. A position of the user equipment inside a coverage area of the cell may be periodically determined, based on an angle of arrival of a signal received from the user equipment and transmitting information to the user equipment to enable neighbor cell measurements if a change of the periodically determined position indicates an exiting and/or entering of the coverage area of the cell by the user equipment to improve a handover process to another cell.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04W 36/32 - Reselection being triggered by specific parameters by location or mobility data, e.g. speed data
• H04W 36/00 - Handoff or reselecting arrangements

Abstract

A method for producing interconnected components of an interior trim part. At least one decorative layer is translucent at least in areas. At least one body is light-permeable at least in sections. The body that is light-permeable at least in sections and an opaque structural part are produced as a multi-component structural part in a plastic injection molding process. The opaque structural part is produced in a first cavity of a mold in the plastic injection molding process and transferred into at least one part of a second cavity of a mold. A carrier film that carries the translucent decorative layer is positioned in another part of the second cavity. The body is produced, which is light-permeable at least in sections, in a space by a plastic injection molding process. A composite part that has the decorative layer, the body, and the opaque structural is removed from the mold.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
• B29L 31/30 - Vehicles, e.g. ships or aircraft, or body parts thereof
• B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldingsLedgesWall linersRoof liners

Abstract

The invention relates to a separation device for brake dust generated by a wheel brake of a motor vehicle, wherein the separation device is configured to be fixedly arranged on a wheel of a motor vehicle for conjoint rotation therewith. The separation device has a flow path, which has at least a first portion with a first flow direction and a second portion with a second flow direction, wherein the first portion adjoins the second portion in a boundary region, and wherein the second flow direction forms an angle with the first flow direction of at least 45°, preferably of at least 60° and particularly preferably of at least 90°. The separation device further comprises a pressure difference-generating element for generating a pressure difference between an inlet pressure at the inlet of the flow path and an outlet pressure at the outlet of the flow path, wherein a collecting portion for brake dust is arranged between the boundary region and the outlet of the flow path. The invention further relates to a wheel for a motor vehicle having such a separation device and to a motor vehicle having such a separation device or having such a wheel.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16D 65/00 - Parts or details of brakes

Abstract

The disclosure is concerned with a computer implemented method for organizing access to a shared memory of a vehicle. Each of a plurality of vehicle functions of the vehicle is configured to execute an application in a corresponding one of a plurality of memory portions of the shared memory. The method includes, for each vehicle function of the vehicle functions: registering the vehicle function for a memory allocation service; determining a location and a size of the corresponding one of the memory portions of the shared memory for the vehicle function by applying an allocation; algorithm; executing the application of the vehicle function on the corresponding one of the memory portions; and after the executing, disconnecting the vehicle function from the memory allocation service. The applied allocation algorithm allocates dynamically the corresponding one of the memory portion portions.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 9/50 - Allocation of resources, e.g. of the central processing unit [CPU]
• G06F 9/54 - Interprogram communication

Abstract

Technologies and techniques are disclosed for transmitting predictive information to a control unit of a motor vehicle and/or to a software module to determine an activation command for at least one function of the vehicle. The system forecasts a progression of a vehicle parameter for a predefined time interval. It determines at least one first extreme value of the forecasted progression within a first partial time interval starting at a present point in time, and at least one second extreme value within a second, longer partial time interval. The system then transmits the determined extreme values as predictive information to the control unit and/or software module.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 50/00 - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit
• H04W 4/48 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P] for in-vehicle communication

Abstract

A brake element for a motor vehicle, having a base body that is planar at least in areas, to the planar sides of which at least two build-up layers are applied in each case, at least in areas. The build-up layers form a surface which, in the mounted state of the brake element on the motor vehicle, is used as a friction surface for a brake pad. A first build-up layer is present that adjoins the base body, and a second build-up layer is applied to the first build-up layer. The second build-up layer is made of a composite of an iron alloy matrix with intercalated tungsten carbide particles or with intercalated titanium carbide particles. At least the first build-up layer is an iron alloy that is alloyed at least with molybdenum in a range of 3 to 20 weight percent.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16D 65/12 - DiscsDrums for disc brakes
• F16D 65/02 - Braking membersMounting thereof
• F16D 69/02 - Composition of linings

Abstract

The present invention relates to a device for extracting carbon dioxide from a gaseous medium, said device comprising: a first air flow channel for the gaseous medium; a second air flow channel for exhaust air from the device; at least one rotatable pre-drying unit comprising at least one sorbent for the physical adsorption of water, the at least one rotatable pre-drying unit being axially rotatingly drivable, and the first air flow channel extending radially towards the at least one rotatable pre-drying unit. The invention also relates to a method for extracting carbon dioxide and to the use of the device and of the method.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 53/04 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by adsorption, e.g. preparative gas chromatography with stationary adsorbents
• B01D 53/06 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by adsorption, e.g. preparative gas chromatography with moving adsorbents
• B01D 53/26 - Drying gases or vapours

Goods & Services

Vehicles and conveyances; Vehicles for locomotion by land, air, water or rail, and parts therefor; Motorised land vehicles; Autonomous cars; Automotive vehicles; Cars; Robotic cars; Motor racing cars; Lorries; Motor buses; Caravans; Tractors; Omnibuses; Motorcycles; Mopeds; Bicycles; Electricbicycles; Two-wheeled vehicles, scooters (vehicles); Self-balancing boards; Self-balancing electric unicycles; Self-balancing one-wheeled electric scooters; Chair lifts, cable cars; Wheelchairs; Prams; Small wagons for transporting children; Aircraft; Boats, ships; Locomotives; Camera drones; Helicams; Cable transport apparatus and installations; Carts, shopping trolleys, baggage trolleys, Trolleys for hand traction, Trolleys [mobile carts]; Trailers and semi-trailers for vehicles; Trailer hitches for vehicles; Motors and drives for land vehicles; Propulsion mechanisms for land vehicles; Chassis for vehicles; Vehicle superstructures for vehicles; Couplings for land vehicles; Suspension shock absorbers for vehicles; Shock absorbing springs for vehicles; Pneumatic tyres; Tyres for vehicle wheels; Rims for vehicle wheels; Solid rubber tyres for vehicle wheels; Vehicle wheels; Hubs for vehicle wheels; Lug nuts for vehicle wheels; Inner tubes for pneumatic tyres; Casings for pneumatic tyres; Tyre mousse inserts; Repair outfits for inner tubes, adhesive rubber patches for repairing inner tubes; Spikes for tyres; Snow chains; Non-skid devices for vehicle tyres; Vehicle seats; Rearview mirrors; Head-rests for vehicle seats; Anti-theft alarms for vehicles, anti-theft devices for vehicles; Cigar lighters for automobiles; Clips adapted for fastening automobile parts to automobile bodies; Cup holders for vehicles; Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.

Abstract

A mobile access system for granting access to a device, particularly a vehicle, is disclosed. The system includes a transmitter unit for wirelessly transmitting an unlock signal, a sensor unit with a gyroscopic sensor for detecting movement, and a control unit connected to the sensor unit. The control unit receives sensor data, recognizes a sequence of movements, checks if it matches a predefined first sequence, and unblocks the system if there is a match, enabling the unlock signal transmission only in the unblocked state. The system may also include an input unit for additional user input and an indication element for user feedback. It can block the system based on a second predefined sequence. A method for granting access using this mobile access system is also described.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
• B60R 25/30 - Detection related to theft or to other events relevant to anti-theft systems
• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit

Abstract

The disclosure relates to a method for operating a motor vehicle, comprising collecting swarm speed data from a plurality of vehicles other than the motor vehicle along a trajectory of the motor vehicle, wherein the swarm speed data include speed data for straight-ahead travel and speed data for turning travel, determining if there is a turn request of the vehicle, and in response to determining that there is the turn request controlling, the motor vehicle based on the speed data for the turning travel.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 30/14 - Cruise control
• B60W 50/08 - Interaction between the driver and the control system
• H04W 4/46 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P] for vehicle-to-vehicle communication [V2V]