A container locking device is described, comprising a housing (10) and a locking pin (20) which can be moved relative to the housing (10) in the axial direction (Z) and rotationally in the peripheral direction and which has a shaft (21) at least partially accommodated by the housing (10) and has a mushroom head (23) for engaging in a container corner fitting, the mushroom head being integrally formed on an upper end (22) of the shaft (21), wherein, by means of a guide contour (30) and at least one guide pin (31a, 31b) engaging in the guide contour (30), the locking pin (20) can be moved between positions in which the locking pin is extended relative to the housing (10) to different extents. Therefore, the aim of the invention was to develop a container locking device which can be controlled more precisely between a state of receiving/unloading readiness and a state of locking readiness. The aim is achieved in that the guide contour (30) is formed such that it peripherally extends continuously in the peripheral direction with respect to the shaft (21).
The invention relates to a drum brake support assembly (46), comprising an axle-side support component (18) and an actuating assembly (30) fastened thereto, wherein: the actuating assembly (30) comprises a camshaft (40) extending along a camshaft longitudinal axis (L) and a camshaft housing (42) that mounts the camshaft (40) so as to be rotatable about its camshaft longitudinal axis (L); the camshaft (40) comprises an actuating cam (38), which is designed to transmit an actuating moment to brake shoes (20, 22) of a drum brake (16); the camshaft (40; 140; 240) comprises, along the camshaft longitudinal axis (L) at a spacing from the actuating cam (38; 138), a drive formation (64; 164); the actuating assembly (30) comprises a fastening arrangement (58), by means of which the camshaft housing (42) is connected to a receiving formation (48) on the axle-side support component (18) in order to fasten the actuating assembly (30) on the axle-side support component (18). The fastening arrangement (58) and the receiving formation (48) cooperating with the fastening arrangement (58) in order to transmit a fastening force are designed such that the actuating assembly (30), as a pre-mounted actuating assembly (30) with a camshaft (40) accommodated in the camshaft housing, is connected to the axle-side support component (18) for fastening to the axle-side support component (18).
F16D 65/08 - Bands, shoes or padsPivots or supporting members therefor for internally-engaging brakes
B60T 1/06 - Arrangements of braking elements, i.e. of those parts where braking effect occurs acting by retarding wheels acting otherwise than on tread, e.g. employing rim, drum, disc, or transmission
F16D 65/22 - Actuating mechanisms for brakesMeans for initiating operation at a predetermined position arranged in or on the brake adapted for pressing members apart
F16D 51/20 - Brakes with outwardly-movable braking members co-operating with the inner surface of a drum or the like shaped as brake-shoes pivoted on a fixed or nearly-fixed axis with two brake-shoes extending in opposite directions from their pivots
F16D 51/00 - Brakes with outwardly-movable braking members co-operating with the inner surface of a drum or the like
3.
CONNECTOR DEVICE FOR A PLUG-IN COUPLING SYSTEM BETWEEN A FIRST VEHICLE AND A SECOND VEHICLE
The invention relates to a plug device for a plug-type coupling system between a first vehicle and a second vehicle. The plug device has a first plug half, which is paired with a first vehicle and which comprises a first housing and a plurality of contact elements arranged in the housing, and a second plug half, which is paired with the second vehicle and which comprises a second housing and a plurality of contact elements arranged in the second housing, wherein the contact elements on the first plug half are plug sockets and the contact elements of the second plug half are contact pins which contact the plug sockets when the first and second plug halves approach are brought together in a plug-in axis. According to the invention, at least one contact element is fitted in a plug element which is movably mounted in the plug-in axis with respect to the corresponding first or second housing.
A device for locating a coupling means arranged on a trailer vehicle before the coupling operation is described, having a coupling on the towing vehicle side that is designed with an insertion opening which is open in the rearward direction (R) and is intended for the entry of the coupling means, a light transmitter fitted to the coupling on the towing vehicle side, and a light receiver which captures light from the light transmitter that is reflected by the coupling means. The problem of providing a device which can be used to make it possible for the coupling on the towing vehicle side to more precisely approach the coupling means of the trailer vehicle is solved by virtue of the fact that the light transmitter is a stroboscopic light.
The invention relates to a semi-trailer truck with a tractor (10) and a semitrailer (12) having a kingpin, wherein the tractor (10) comprises a fifth wheel coupling (14) with a coupling plate (15), a closure for the king pin, an actuating mechanism for actuating the closure, and a cylinder-piston assembly (16) engaging the actuating mechanism for moving the actuating mechanism. The tractor (10) further comprises a compressed air supply line (18) to which the cylinder-piston assembly (16) can be connected directly by means of a quick coupling. The quick coupling is formed from a first and a compatible second coupling element (22, 24). The semitrailer (12) comprises a compressed air system, wherein the cylinder-piston assembly (16) and the compressed air system of the semitrailer (12) are each assigned the identical first coupling element (22, 24), and the compressed air supply line (18) is assigned the compatible second coupling element (20).
A vehicle coupling system with a wireless emitter-receiver unit (40) is described, having a coupling device (10) secured to a towing vehicle, and a trailer coupling means (30) which is secured to a trailer vehicle and which is insertable into the coupling device (10) and lockable in a bearing section (20) of the coupling device (10), wherein the locked trailer coupling means (30) is held movably about a pivot axis (Z) relative to the coupling device (10), the emitter-receiver unit (40) has at least one first transmitter (41a, 41b, 41c) arranged in a fixed position with respect to the coupling device (10) relative to the pivot axis (Z) and at least one second transmitter (42a, 42b, 42c) assigned to the trailer vehicle, wherein the at least one second transmitter (42a, 42b, 42c) is arranged in a fixed position relative to the trailer coupling means (30). The problem addressed is solved by the fact that a plurality of first transmitters (41a, 41b, 41c) are provided which are arranged offset relative to one another in the circumferential direction about the bearing section (20), and/or a plurality of second transmitters (42a, 42b, 42c) are provided which are arranged offset in the circumferential direction about the pivot axis (Z).
G01D 5/14 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage
The invention relates to a kingpin assembly (1) for a semitrailer of a truck-trailer combination, comprising a kingpin (2) which defines a rotational axis (A), a pivot bearing (3) which is arranged about the rotational axis (A), and a driver which is connected to the pivot bearing (3) and can be pivoted about the rotational axis (A), wherein the kingpin (2) has a kingpin flange (6) for installing the kingpin (2) directly or indirectly on the semitrailer. The pivot bearing (3) has a bearing ring (7) which is stationary relative to the kingpin (2) or a stationary bearing ring segment and a bearing ring (8) which can be rotated relative thereto or a rotatable bearing ring segment. The driver is fixed to the rotatable bearing ring (8) or the rotatable bearing ring segment. One element of a pair consisting of an angle sensor and an angle transmitter is arranged on the kingpin (2) or the stationary bearing ring (7) or the stationary bearing ring segment, and the respective other element is arranged on the rotatable bearing ring (8) or the rotatable bearing ring segment or the driver.
The invention relates to a kingpin arrangement (1) for a semi-trailer of a truck-trailer combination, said kingpin arrangement comprising a kingpin (2) that defines an axis of rotation (A), wherein the kingpin (2) has a kingpin flange (3) for connecting the kingpin (2) directly or indirectly to the semi-trailer. Said arrangement also has: an angle measuring device (15) that is at least partially sunk into the kingpin (2) and comprises a shaft (17) mounted so as to be rotatable about the axis of rotation (A); and a driver (18) that is connected to the shaft (17) and can be pivoted about the axis of rotation (A).
A method of providing a poka-yoke to prevent incorrect assembly of an air disc brake pad (14) to a brake caliper; the method comprising providing a brake caliper having a first set of brake pad carriers (12), and a second brake caliper having a second set of brake pad carriers (60); each set of brake pad carriers (12, 60) having an inner side (24) and first and second ends 26, 28 for receiving a brake pad (14, 50) the pad being retained in the carrier by a pad retainer 40, and an axis running centrally through the brake pad carriers from end to end, the axis being parallel or substantially so, with the inner side of the brake pad carrier; the first and second ends of the first set of brake pad carriers extending perpendicularly to the axis for receiving brake pads where a vertical pad abutment and a horizontal pad abutment lie perpendicular to one another; the first and second ends 36, 38 of the second set of brake pad carriers extending angularly offset to the perpendicular to the axis for receiving brake pads where the end pad abutments are correspondingly angularly offset from the vertical lying perpendicular to a horizontal pad abutment; and the first brake pads fitting only into the first set of brake pad carriers and not the second set of brake pad carriers, and the second set of brake pads fitting only into the second set of brake pad carriers and not the first set of brake pad carriers.
A cable routing device for connecting a line strand to a carrier element which can be moved with respect to the vehicle, wherein the cable routing device has a carrier element, fastened pivotably to the vehicle, and a cable store, in which at least part of the line strand is accommodated. Based on the problem of providing a cable routing device of compact design which is suitable for ensuring low sag of a line strand with a large diameter, the problem is solved by virtue of the fact that a spring element is arranged between the carrier element and the cable store, by which spring element, the line strand is supported loosely.
B60C 23/00 - Devices for measuring, signalling, controlling, or distributing tyre pressure or temperature, specially adapted for mounting on vehiclesArrangement of tyre inflating devices on vehicles, e.g. of pumps or of tanksTyre cooling arrangements
B60G 17/015 - Resilient suspensions having means for adjusting the spring or vibration-damper characteristics, for regulating the distance between a supporting surface and a sprung part of vehicle or for locking suspension during use to meet varying vehicular or surface conditions, e.g. due to speed or load the regulating means comprising electric or electronic elements
B60G 17/017 - Resilient suspensions having means for adjusting the spring or vibration-damper characteristics, for regulating the distance between a supporting surface and a sprung part of vehicle or for locking suspension during use to meet varying vehicular or surface conditions, e.g. due to speed or load the regulating means comprising electric or electronic elements characterised by their use when the vehicle is stationary, e.g. during loading, engine start-up or switch-off
B60S 9/02 - Ground-engaging vehicle fittings for supporting, lifting, or manoeuvring the vehicle, wholly or in part, e.g. built-in jacks for only lifting or supporting
The invention describes, amongst other things, a camera system for the accurate coupling of a trailer vehicle (200) to a tractor vehicle (100), having a first camera (130) that is attachable to the tractor vehicle (100) and provides first image data (133), and a second camera (131) that provides second image data (134) and is attached in an offset manner on one of the vehicle axes (x, y, z) of the tractor vehicle (100) with respect to the first camera (130), wherein the first and second image data (133, 134) are displayed as a common screen motif (135) on a display device (132) installed in a driver's cab. According to the invention, the first and second camera (130, 131) are oriented such that a safety-relevant region (SD) behind the tractor vehicle (100) is recorded by means of the first camera (130) and a coupling-relevant region (SR), in which a coupling element (201), to be controlled, of the trailer vehicle (200) is discernible, is recorded by means of the second camera (131).
B60D 1/01 - Traction couplings or hitches characterised by their type
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60D 1/62 - Auxiliary devices involving supply lines, electric circuits, or the like
14.
SUPPORT JACK COMPRISING A SUPPORT FOOT AND A FORCE MEASURING ELEMENT
A support jack including a support foot and a force measuring element, wherein the support jack has an outer tube and an inner tube movably mounted therein, and the support foot the force measuring element is attached to the foot receiving element is pivotally secured to the inner tube by a foot receiving element. The support allows a quantitative and reproducible measurement of the forces transmitted by the support jack to the underlying surface. This is achieved in that the force measuring element is attached to the foot receiving element.
G01L 5/00 - Apparatus for, or methods of, measuring force, work, mechanical power, or torque, specially adapted for specific purposes
B60S 9/02 - Ground-engaging vehicle fittings for supporting, lifting, or manoeuvring the vehicle, wholly or in part, e.g. built-in jacks for only lifting or supporting
15.
METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING A COVER, AND TRUCK-TRAILER COMBINATION
A method for controlling a cover, which at least partially covers a gap (S) formed between a pulling vehicle and a pulled vehicle of a truck-trailer combination, by at least one actuator arranged to adjust the cover. In the method, a relative position and/or a relative orientation between the pulling vehicle and the pulled vehicle is determined, and the actuator is actuated depending on the relative position and/or the relative orientation.
A wind deflector system for at least partially covering a gap between a pulling vehicle and a pulled vehicle coupled to the pulling vehicle is described, having at least one deflector element attachable to a vehicle. At least one deflector element includes a base body with at least one air-permeable surface section.
A landing gear having a force-measuring element. The landing gear includes an outer tube, an inner tube movably mounted in the outer tube, and a transmission assembly having at least one spindle driven by a gear. The spindle is fed through a spindle opening in a spindle bearing plate which is in contact with the outer tube, and a spindle nut fastened to the inner tube is held on the spindle. The landing gear addresses the problem of providing a landing gear that allows a quantitative and reproducible measurement of the forces transmitted from the landing gear to the ground. The problem is solved in that the force-measuring element is mounted on a support component disposed in the force flow between the spindle and the outer tube.
G01L 1/22 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in ohmic resistance of solid materials or of electrically-conductive fluidsMeasuring force or stress, in general by making use of electrokinetic cells, i.e. liquid-containing cells wherein an electrical potential is produced or varied upon the application of stress using resistance strain gauges
B60S 9/08 - Ground-engaging vehicle fittings for supporting, lifting, or manoeuvring the vehicle, wholly or in part, e.g. built-in jacks for only lifting or supporting mechanically of screw-and-nut type the screw axis being substantially vertical
Kingpin assembly for a semitrailer of a road train, including a king pin defining an axis of rotation (A), a pivot bearing arranged around the axis of rotation (A), and a holder connected to the pivot bearing and pivotable around the axis of rotation (A) for indirectly or directly holding an electrical and/or electromagnetic and/or pneumatic and/or hydraulic connecting means wherein the king pin includes a king pin flange for mounting the king pin indirectly or directly to the semitrailer, wherein the pivot bearing includes a fixed bearing ring or a fixed bearing ring segment relative to the king pin and a bearing ring or a bearing ring segment rotatable relative thereto, wherein the holder is fixed to the rotatable bearing ring and wherein a support element, which is axially spaced from the rotatable bearing ring and abuts directly against the king pin, is connected to the holder and is adjustable in length in the radial direction (R) with respect to the axis of rotation (A).
An alignment system for approaching a vehicle to a target object spatially spaced therefrom, including an object detection device attached to the vehicle and a coupling element, which in an end position detachably holds the target object, the object detection device being aligned in the direction of the target object and the data from the object detection device being used to generate an image in which the target object together with a guide marker can be seen during the approach of the vehicle. The guide marker is applied to at least one component of the vehicle arranged in an entry area of the coupling element.
An alignment system for approaching a vehicle (10) to a target object (40) spatially spaced therefrom is described, comprising an object detection means (20) attached to the vehicle (10) and a coupling element (30), which in an end position detachably holds the target object (40), the object detection means (20) being aligned in the direction of the target object (40) and the data from the object detection means (20) being used to generate an image in which the target object (40) together with a guide marker (50) can be seen during the approach of the vehicle (10). The object of the invention was to develop a technically simpler solution for displaying a guide marker (50). According to the invention the underlying object is solved in that the guide marker (50) is applied to at least one component (11) of the vehicle (10) arranged in an entry area (31) of the coupling element (30).
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60P 7/00 - Securing or covering of load on vehicles
A coupling device for a towing vehicle with an object detection means (10) attached to the coupling device is described, wherein the coupling device has a coupling body (30) in form of a fifth wheel plate (40) and a lockingmechanism (31), with which a coupling means (50) in form of a kingpin (51) is releasably held on the coupling body (30) in its end position (E), wherein the coupling body (30) comprises an available space (33) which is limited by a coupling means guiding contour (32) and extends along a longitudinal axis (x), wherein the coupling means (50) is at least partially immersed during coupling into the available space (33) until reaching an end position (E). The invention was therefore based on the object of arranging an object detection means (10) with a low risk of damage as close as possible to the longitudinal axis (x) of the towing vehicle. The underlying object of the invention is solved with a coupling device having an object detection means (10) that is mounted in the coupling means guiding contour (32) so that it can move between a functionalposition (11) protruding into the available space (33) and a dodged position (12) sunk into the coupling means guiding contour (32).
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60R 1/20 - Real-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
A coupling device for a towing vehicle with an object detection device attached to the coupling device, wherein the coupling device has a coupling body in form of a fifth wheel plate and a locking mechanism, with which a coupling device in form of a kingpin is releasably held on the coupling body in its end position (E), wherein the coupling body includes an available space which is limited by a coupling device guiding contour and extends along a longitudinal axis (x), wherein the coupling device is at least partially immersed during coupling into the available space until reaching an end position (E).
The invention relates to a plug device for a plug-type coupling system between a first vehicle and a second vehicle. The plug device has a first plug half, which is paired with a first vehicle and which comprises a first housing and a plurality of contact elements arranged in the housing, and a second plug half, which is paired with the second vehicle and which comprises a second housing and a plurality of contact elements arranged in the second housing, wherein the contact elements of the first plug half are plug sockets and the contact elements of the second plug half are contact pins which contact the plug sockets when the first and second plug halves are brought together in a plug-in axis. According to the invention, at least one contact element is fitted in a plug element which is movably mounted in the plug axis with respect to the corresponding first or second housing.
The invention relates to a rigid axle (10) comprising an axle carrier (12), at each of the axial longitudinal end regions (12a, 12b) of which one wheel hub assembly (14, 16) is disposed, wherein: each wheel hub assembly has a rotatable wheel flange (14a, 16a); the axle carrier is cranked in a crank region (12c) located between its longitudinal end regions; an electromechanical functional module (36, 38) having an electric energy converter machine (40) is disposed in the crank region, which electric energy converter machine is connected to at least one wheel flange for transmitting a rotation, so that the energy converter machine can be used as at least one of the functional units stated hereinafter: i) as an electric drive unit for transmitting torque onto the at least one wheel flange, and ii) as an induction unit which can be operated as a generator for generating electric energy by transmitting torque from the at least one wheel flange to the energy converter machine. According to the invention, the axle carrier has a cranked tubular component (18) which is continuous between its longitudinal end regions (18a, 18b).
A fifth wheel coupling system including a fifth wheel coupling and an angle measuring device, wherein the angle measuring device features at least one degree of freedom relative to the fifth wheel connection.
xyy) acting in the longitudinal axis (x) and/or in a transverse axis (y) are determined thereby. The aim of the invention was to develop a coupling system of which the measuring element is subjected to a significantly lower wear effect. The aim is achieved according to the invention in that a bearing shell (44a) and a measuring shell (44b) are situated between at least one of the bearing blocks (31) and the fifth-wheel coupling plate (23), the mounting region (40) being formed from the measuring shell (44b).
Fifth wheel plate with a sliding plate having a top surface and a bottom surface. The sliding plate is detachably secured to the fifth wheel plate by at least one screw connection, the screw connection including a fastening means having a screw head and a threaded shank. The fifth wheel plate screw connection includes a form-fit element which bears against the bottom surface of the sliding plate and which has a form-fit means. The form-fit means cooperates with the sliding plate and forms a form-fit connection acting in the direction of a horizontal plane.
A device for locating a coupling means (11, 12) arranged on a trailer vehicle (10) before the coupling operation is described, having a coupling (21) on the towing vehicle side that is designed with an insertion opening (22) which is open in the rearward direction (R) and is intended for the entry of the coupling means (11), a light transmitter (30) fitted to the coupling (21) on the towing vehicle side, and a light receiver (40) which captures light (60) from the light transmitter (30) that is reflected by the coupling means (11). The invention addressed the problem of providing a device which can be used to make it possible for the coupling (21) on the towing vehicle side to more precisely approach the coupling means (11) of the trailer vehicle (10). The problem is solved by virtue of the fact that the light transmitter is a stroboscopic light (30).
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60D 1/62 - Auxiliary devices involving supply lines, electric circuits, or the like
G06V 10/145 - Illumination specially adapted for pattern recognition, e.g. using gratings
G06V 20/58 - Recognition of moving objects or obstacles, e.g. vehicles or pedestriansRecognition of traffic objects, e.g. traffic signs, traffic lights or roads
29.
Air-suspension module for a rigid axle with simplified installation
An air-suspension module for a rigid axle including an air-bellows mount and an air-bellows module supported on the air-bellows mount in the operational state of the air-suspension module, the air-bellows module having an air-suspension bellows designed to change its shape and a supporting body connected to the air-suspension bellows, one of the components of the air-bellows mount and the supporting body having a coupling projection protruding along a virtual projection path, which engages with a coupling recess formed at the respectively other component along the projection path, a translatory relative movement of the supporting body being physically limited relative to the air-bellows mount, orthogonally with respect to the projection path and in a direction along the projection path; one of the components of the air-bellows mount and the supporting body having a latching body and the respectively other component of the air-bellows mount and the supporting body having a latching recess such that the latching body is in a form-locking latching engagement with the latching recess, so that a translatory relative movement of the supporting body relative to the air-bellows mount is physically limited in the two opposite directions along the projection path.
B60G 11/28 - Resilient suspensions characterised by arrangement, location, or kind of springs having fluid springs only, e.g. hydropneumatic springs characterised by means specially adapted for attaching the spring to axle or sprung part of the vehicle
A cable routing device is described for attaching a cable run (20) to a carrier element (40) which can be moved with respect to the vehicle (10), wherein the cable routing device has the carrier element (40), fastened pivotably to the vehicle, and a cable store (50), in which at least part of the cable run (20) is accommodated. The invention was based on the problem of providing a cable routing device of compact design which is suitable for ensuring low sag of a cable run with a large diameter. According to the invention, the problem is solved by virtue of the fact that a spring element (21) is arranged between the carrier element (40) and the cable store (50), by which spring element (21) the cable run (20) is supported loosely.
F16L 3/01 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets for supporting or guiding the pipes, cables or protective tubing, between relatively movable points, e.g. movable channels
H02G 11/00 - Arrangements of electric cables or lines between relatively-movable parts
A cable routing device is described for connecting a line strand (20) to a carrier element (40) which can be moved with respect to the vehicle (10), wherein the cable routing device has a carrier element (40), fastened pivotably to the vehicle, and a cable store (50), in which at least part of the line strand (20) is accommodated. The invention was based on the problem of providing a cable routing device of compact design which is suitable for ensuring low sag of a line strand (20) with a large diameter. According to the invention, the problem is solved by virtue of the fact that a spring element (21) is arranged between the carrier element (40) and the cable store (50), by which spring element (21) the line strand (20) is supported loosely.
A fifth wheel coupling including a coupling plate and a camera, wherein the coupling plate is supported on a towing vehicle by bearing elements, a centrally arranged locking region for receiving a king pin, a support surface at least partially laterally surrounding the locking region for supporting a trailer, as well as an insertion opening running radially from the locking region, which is bordered in a conically widened section on both sides by insertion flanges. The camera is mounted in a position in the region of the fifth wheel coupling with the lowest possible risk of soiling and damage, with the camera being arranged on one of the insertion flanges.
B60D 1/01 - Traction couplings or hitches characterised by their type
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60D 1/62 - Auxiliary devices involving supply lines, electric circuits, or the like
B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during driveArrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle
A fifth wheel coupling with a camera, including a coupling plate and a bearing element, with which the coupling plate can be secured to a towing vehicle, wherein the coupling plate has a centrally arranged locking region for receiving a king pin, as well as an insertion opening running along a longitudinal axis (x) and bordered on both sides by two insertion flanges. The camera is mounted in a position in the region of the fifth wheel coupling with the lowest possible risk of soiling and damage, with the camera being secured to the bearing element.
A method for moving a vehicle to a component of an object at a distance therefrom, the vehicle having a navigation module which has a camera and an evaluation electronics, and an identification element is attached to the object in a predetermined position in such a way that it is recognized by the camera in a far range (Dmax) of the vehicle from the object, and a reverse driving line of the vehicle is calculated by the evaluation electronics from the perspective position of the camera in relation to the identification element. The method improves the approach of a vehicle to a stationary object. A close-range (Dmin) is defined in the direction of the object by a close-range radius (Rmin) and the reverse driving line is calculated up to a virtual pre-positioning point (SVi, SVii, SViii) lying on the close-range radius (Rmin).
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60R 1/00 - Optical viewing arrangementsReal-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
B60R 1/26 - Real-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles for viewing an area outside the vehicle, e.g. the exterior of the vehicle with a predetermined field of view to the rear of the vehicle
B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during driveArrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle
A method for moving a vehicle to a component of an object at a distance therefrom, the vehicle having a navigation module which has a camera and an evaluation electronics, and an identification element is attached to the object in a predetermined position in such a way that it is recognized by the camera in a far range (Dmax) of the vehicle from the object, and a reverse driving line of the vehicle is calculated by the evaluation electronics from the perspective position of the camera in relation to the identification element. The method improves the approach of a vehicle to a stationary object. In a start position (S) of the vehicle, the navigation module generates a static object coordinate system (KO) and a reverse driving line is calculated from the start position (S) to a pre-positioning point (SVi, SVii, SViii).
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60R 1/00 - Optical viewing arrangementsReal-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
B60R 1/26 - Real-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles for viewing an area outside the vehicle, e.g. the exterior of the vehicle with a predetermined field of view to the rear of the vehicle
B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during driveArrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle
A method for moving a vehicle (10) to a component (21) of an object (20) at a distance therefrom is described, the vehicle (10) having a navigation module (11) which has a camera (12) and an evaluation electronics (13), and an identification element (30) is attached to the object (20) in a predetermined position in such a way that it is recognized by the camera (12) in a far range (Dmax) of the vehicle (10) from the object (20), and a reverse driving line (401, 40ii, 40iii, 40a) of the vehicle (10) is calculated by the evaluation electronics (13) from the perspective position of the camera (12) in relation to the identification element (30). The object of the invention was to develop a method for improving the approach of a vehicle (10) to a stationary object (20). The object was solved in that in a start position (S) of the vehicle (10), the navigation module (11) generates a static object coordinate system (Ko) and a reverse driving line (401, 40ii, 40iii, 40a) is calculated from the start position (S) to a pre-positioning point (Svi,
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during driveArrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle
B60W 60/00 - Drive control systems specially adapted for autonomous road vehicles
G05D 1/24 - Arrangements for determining position or orientation
G05D 1/243 - Means capturing signals occurring naturally from the environment, e.g. ambient optical, acoustic, gravitational or magnetic signals
G05D 1/244 - Arrangements for determining position or orientation using passive navigation aids external to the vehicle, e.g. markers, reflectors or magnetic means
G05D 1/43 - Control of position or course in two dimensions
G05D 1/697 - Coordinated control of the position or course of two or more vehicles for rendezvous of two or more vehicles, e.g. for in-flight refuelling
37.
METHOD FOR MOVING A VEHICLE TO A COMPONENT OF AN OBJECT AT A DISTANCE THEREFROM (PRE-POSITIONING POINT)
A method for moving a vehicle (10) to a component (21) of an object (20) at a distance therefrom is described, the vehicle (10) having a navigation module (11) which has a camera (12) and an evaluation electronics (13), and an identification element (30) is attached to the object (20) in a predetermined position in such a way that it is recognized by the camera (12) in a far range (Dmax) of the vehicle (10) from the object (20), and a reverse driving line (401, 40ii, 40iii, 40a) of the vehicle (10) is calculated by the evaluation electronics (13) from the perspective position of the camera (12) in relation to the identification element (30). The object of the invention was to develop a method for improving the approach of a vehicle (10) to a stationary object (20). The object was solved in that a that a close-range (Dmin) is defined in the direction of the object (20) by a close-range radius (Rmin) and the reverse driving line (401, 40ii, 40, 40a) is calculated up to a virtual pre-positioning point (Svi,Sviii) lying on the close-range radius (Rmin).
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60D 1/62 - Auxiliary devices involving supply lines, electric circuits, or the like
B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during driveArrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle
38.
SUPPORT JACK COMPRISING A SUPPORT FOOT AND A FORCE MEASURING ELEMENT
The invention relates to a support jack comprising a support foot (60) and a force measuring element (10), wherein the support jack has an outer tube (20) and an inner tube (30) movably mounted therein, and the support foot (60) is pivotally secured to the inner tube (30) by means of a foot receiving element (40). The aim of the invention is to provide a support jack which allows a quantitative and reproducible measurement of the forces transmitted from the support jack to the underlying surface. This is achieved in that the force measuring element (10) is attached to the foot receiving element (40).
B60S 9/08 - Ground-engaging vehicle fittings for supporting, lifting, or manoeuvring the vehicle, wholly or in part, e.g. built-in jacks for only lifting or supporting mechanically of screw-and-nut type the screw axis being substantially vertical
The invention relates to landing gear having a force-measuring element (10). The landing gear comprises an outer tube (20), an inner tube (30) movably mounted in the outer tube, and a transmission assembly (40) comprising at least one spindle (42) driven by a gear (41). The spindle is fed through a spindle opening (24) in a spindle bearing plate (21) which is in contact with the outer tube, and a spindle nut (31) fastened to the inner tube (30) is held on the spindle. The invention addresses the problem of providing landing gear that allows quantitative and reproducible measurement of the forces transmitted from the landing gear to the ground. The problem is solved in that the force-measuring element (10) is mounted on a support component (15, 21) disposed in the force flow between the spindle (42) and the outer tube (20).
B60S 9/08 - Ground-engaging vehicle fittings for supporting, lifting, or manoeuvring the vehicle, wholly or in part, e.g. built-in jacks for only lifting or supporting mechanically of screw-and-nut type the screw axis being substantially vertical
The present invention relates to a semitrailer tractor unit (20) having a chassis (22) and a cab (26) arranged on the chassis (22). The semitrailer tractor unit (20) has an air-guiding device (60) with at least one air outlet nozzle (70, 70a, 70b, 70c) for expelling air into the atmosphere, wherein the air outlet nozzle (70, 70a, 70b, 70c) is arranged behind the cab (26), on one side of the cab (26) and/or on the roof (29) of the cab (26).
The present invention relates to a method for controlling a cover (40), which at least partially covers a gap space (S) which is formed between a towing vehicle (102) and a towed vehicle (104) of a truck-trailer combination (100), by means of at least one actuator which is configured to adjust the cover (40). In the method, a relative position and/or a relative orientation between the towing vehicle (102) and the towed vehicle (104) are/is determined, and the actuator is actuated in a manner which is dependent on the relative position and/or the relative orientation.
A wind deflector system (20) for at least partially covering a gap space (7) between a towing vehicle (2) and a towed vehicle (3) which is coupled to the towing vehicle is described, which wind deflector system (20) has at least one deflector element (22) which can be fastened to a vehicle (2, 3). At least one deflector element (22) has a main body (24) with at least one air-permeable surface section (26).
A driver assistance system for coupling a trailer to a towing vehicle is described, including a video camera attached to the towing vehicle and an associated display device in the driver's field of vision, in whose video image a static guide marking is displayed along which a coupling mouth arranged on the towing vehicle can be contacted with a drawbar eye held on the trailer by a drawbar. Providing a driver assistance system which helps the driver estimating the three-dimensional position of the drawbar eye in relation to the towing vehicle while rearwards approaching a trailer. The video camera is arranged at a vertical distance from the coupling and the guide marking is formed by two beam corridors arranged on both sides of the vehicle's longitudinal axis converging towards one another in the rearward direction of the towing vehicle.
B60R 1/00 - Optical viewing arrangementsReal-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
B60D 1/01 - Traction couplings or hitches characterised by their type
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60G 17/015 - Resilient suspensions having means for adjusting the spring or vibration-damper characteristics, for regulating the distance between a supporting surface and a sprung part of vehicle or for locking suspension during use to meet varying vehicular or surface conditions, e.g. due to speed or load the regulating means comprising electric or electronic elements
B60R 1/26 - Real-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles for viewing an area outside the vehicle, e.g. the exterior of the vehicle with a predetermined field of view to the rear of the vehicle
B60W 10/04 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of propulsion units
B60W 10/10 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of change-speed gearings
B60W 10/18 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of braking systems
B60W 10/22 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of suspension systems
H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
A plug-in coupling system for connecting a motorized vehicle and a transport unit, including a plug-in device which can be mounted on the transport unit side and has a plug, and a plug socket which can be mounted on the vehicle side and into which the plug can be inserted in an operating state. The plug and the plug socket (9) have at least one transmitter and at least one receiver of a contactless communication system having a short range.
B60D 1/01 - Traction couplings or hitches characterised by their type
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
45.
FIFTH WHEEL COUPLING COMPRISING A COUPLING PLATE AND A CAMERA
The invention relates to a fifth wheel coupling comprising a coupling plate (10) and a camera (30), wherein the coupling plate (10) is supported on a towing vehicle by means of bearing elements (20), a centrally arranged locking region (11) for receiving a king pin (41), a support surface (12) at least partially laterally surrounding the locking region (11) for supporting a trailer (40), as well as an insertion opening (13) running radially from the locking region (11), which is bordered in a conically widened section (13a) on both sides by insertion flanges (14a, 14b). The object of the invention is to mount the camera (30) in a position in the region of the fifth-wheel coupling with the lowest possible risk of soiling and damage. This is achieved by the camera (30) being arranged on one of the insertion flanges (14a).
B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during driveArrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle
B60R 1/00 - Optical viewing arrangementsReal-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60D 1/62 - Auxiliary devices involving supply lines, electric circuits, or the like
The invention relates to a fifth wheel coupling with a camera (30), comprising a coupling plate (10) and a bearing element (20), with which the coupling plate (10) can be secured to a towing vehicle, wherein the coupling plate (10) has a centrally arranged locking region (11) for receiving a king pin, as well as an insertion opening (12) running along a longitudinal axis (x) and bordered on both sides by two insertion flanges (13a, 13b). The object of the invention is to mount the camera (30) in a position in the region of the fifth-wheel coupling with the lowest possible risk of soiling and damage. This is achieved by the camera (30) being secured to the bearing element (20).
B60R 1/00 - Optical viewing arrangementsReal-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during driveArrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle
the second segment having two second connecting plates spaced apart at a second distance and perpendicular to the axial direction, the second distance being such that the two first connecting plates, at least with a portion thereof between which the outer ring is fixated, extend between the two second connecting plates, and the inner ring being fixated to the second connecting plates therebetween and at the location of the recesses in the first segment and method of manufacturing the same.
A hand crank for a landing gear is described, the hand crank having a main body provided at a first end with a connecting element for fastening the hand crank to an input shaft of the landing gear and formed at an opposite, second end to rotate the hand crank. The hand crank only allows torque to be transmitted from the hand crank to the input shaft if the operator holds the hand crank with at least one hand. A clutch is arranged in the force flow between the first end of the main body and the connecting element, wherein the clutch is held in an open disconnected position and is moved into a force-locked connection position by operating an actuating element arranged at the second end.
B60S 9/08 - Ground-engaging vehicle fittings for supporting, lifting, or manoeuvring the vehicle, wholly or in part, e.g. built-in jacks for only lifting or supporting mechanically of screw-and-nut type the screw axis being substantially vertical
G05G 1/08 - Controlling members for hand-actuation by rotary movement, e.g. hand wheels
49.
ANTI-THEFT DEVICE FOR SEMITRAILERS, KINGPIN AND SEMITRAILER
What is described is an anti-theft device (20) for semitrailers (2), having at least one securing element (30) which is movable from a retracted rest position into an extended securing position, and vice versa. The anti-theft device (20) has an actuating device (40) which has an actuating element (42) which acts on the securing element (30), wherein the actuating device (40) has a first actuating means (34) which acts on the securing element (30) and which moves the securing element (30) from the securing position into the rest position and holds it in this rest position, and wherein the actuating element (42) moves the securing element (30) from the rest position into the securing position and holds it in the securing position.
A connection device for connecting of electrical and pneumatic lines between a tractor and a trailer having a first end, a second end, and at least two lines connecting the two ends, wherein at least a first pneumatic plug element and at least a first electrical plug element is arranged at the first end and wherein a first plug-in unit is arranged at the second end, having at least a first pneumatic connecting element and at least a first electrical connecting element.
The invention relates to a connection device for connecting of electrical and pneumatic lines between a tractor and trailer, having a first end, second end, and at least two lines connecting the two ends; a first pneumatic plug element and a first electrical plug element is arranged at the first end; a first plug-in unit is arranged at the second end, having a first pneumatic connecting element and a first electrical connecting element and one fastening device permanently joined to the first plug-in unit, the joined fastening device and first plug-in unit are releasably fastened to a predetermined location on the trailer in defined arrangement and adapted to enable automation of a subsequent connection between first and second plug-in unit, a holding force of the joined fastening device and first plug-in unit to the trailer is greater than an inserting force between first plug-in unit and second plug-in unit.
A coupling plate for a fifth wheel coupling, wherein the coupling plate on a top side includes a planar bearing surface and at a rear end it includes two entrance horns bordering on an entrance opening, the entrance opening extends in a longitudinal axis (x) of the coupling plate and ends in a kingpin bearing region, and the coupling plate is configured with a respective receiving structure for a bearing block on its bottom side, on either side of the kingpin bearing region and spaced apart from each other on a transverse axis (y). The problem which the invention proposes to solve is to provide a standardized coupling plate, having a minimal natural weight, given a slight loading, and whose strength can be adapted for higher anticipated loads. The problem is solved according to the invention in that at least one connection means for the releasable mounting of at least one stiffening element is formed on the coupling plate beneath the planar bearing surface.
B60D 1/01 - Traction couplings or hitches characterised by their type
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
A coupling plate (10) for a fifth wheel coupling (20) is described, wherein the coupling plate (10) on a top side (11) comprises a planar bearing surface (12) and at a rear end (13) it comprises two entrance horns (15) bordering on an entrance opening (14), the entrance opening (14) extends in a longitudinal ax-is (x) of the coupling plate (10) and ends in a kingpin bearing region (14a), and the coupling plate (10) is configured with a respective receiving structure (17) for a bearing block (21) on its bottom side (16), on either side of the kingpin bearing region (14a) and spaced apart from each other on a transverse axis (y). The problem which the invention proposes to solve is to provide a standardized coupling plate (10), having a minimal natural weight, given a slight loading, and whose strength can be adapted for higher anticipated loads. The problem is solved according to the invention in that at least one connection means (30a, 30b, 30c) for the releasable mounting of at least one stiffening element (40a, 40b, 40c) is formed on the coupling plate (10) beneath the planar bearing sur-face (12).
The invention relates to a plug-in coupling system (17) for connecting a motorized vehicle and a transport unit, comprising a plug-in device (4) which can be mounted on the transport unit side and has a plug (3), and a plug socket (9) which can be mounted on the vehicle side and into which the plug (3) can be inserted in an operating state. The plug-in coupling system (17) is characterized in that the plug (3) and the plug socket (9) have at least one transmitter (34) and at least one receiver (36) of a contactless communication system having a short range.
The invention relates to a plug-in coupling system (17) for connecting a motorized vehicle and a transport unit, comprising a plug-in device (4) which can be mounted on the transport unit side and has a plug (3), and a plug socket (9) which can be mounted on the vehicle side and into which the plug (3) can be inserted in an operating state. The plug-in coupling system (17) is characterized in that the plug (3) and the plug socket (9) have at least one transmitter (34) and at least one receiver (36) of a contactless communication system having a short range.
A device for detecting the position of a first or second vehicle to be coupled together, having a sensor device which can be arranged on the first or second vehicle and which detects at least one reference point of the other second or first vehicle using sensors. A device for detecting the position of a first or second vehicle to be coupled together, said device allowing an operationally reliable and precise coupling regardless of present environmental influences. The sensor device has at least one transceiver unit, and the at least one reference point can be equipped with a transponder which reflects a radio signal of the transceiver unit.
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60D 1/01 - Traction couplings or hitches characterised by their type
B60D 1/62 - Auxiliary devices involving supply lines, electric circuits, or the like
A hitching apparatus includes a towing vehicle-side hitch component, a towed vehicle-side hitch component, a towing vehicle-side insertion connector component having at least one insertion connector configuration as an interface of a towing vehicle-side supply lead for transferring energy and/or information, a towed vehicle-side insertion connector component having at least one insertion connector configuration as an interface of a towed vehicle-side supply lead for transferring energy and/or information, a towing vehicle-side alignment component separate from the towing vehicle-side hitch component and arranged thereon, which carries the towing vehicle-side insertion connector component, and a towed vehicle-side alignment component separate from the towed vehicle-side hitch component and arranged thereon, which carries the towed vehicle-side insertion connector component. One alignment component includes an alignment configuration and is movable relative to the hitch component carrying it. One insertion connector component is displaceable relative to the alignment component carrying it.
B60D 1/26 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for remote control, e.g. for releasing
B60D 1/62 - Auxiliary devices involving supply lines, electric circuits, or the like
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60D 1/42 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for being adjustable
58.
Air conduction element for reducing air resistance of a load-carrying vehicle
An air conduction element for reducing the air resistance of a load-carrying vehicle having a load space structure. The air conduction element can be externally mounted in the rear region of the load space structure and includes an air conduction duct with a front air inlet opening and a rear air outlet opening, front and rear being in relation to the direction of travel (x). The air inlet opening overlaps the load space structure in the direction of travel (x) and the air outlet opening is arranged behind the load space structure within the cross-sectional contour thereof. The air conduction element has a cover which delimits the air conduction duct and which is arranged movably relative to the load space structure. The cap slowly drops in the direction of the load space structure when the air speed drops below a defined value and is raised by the air current in relation to the load space structure when the air speed exceeds a defined value. It is therefore the aim to devise an air conduction element with which the maximum vehicle dimensions defined for the travel position of the air conduction element are maintained also during adjustment thereof. For this purpose, the cover is mounted in relation to the load space structure such that it can carry out a translatory movement only.
An air conduction element for reducing the air resistance of a load-carrying vehicle having a load space structure. The air conduction element can be externally mounted in the rear region of the load space structure and includes an air conduction duct with a front air inlet opening and a rear air outlet opening, front and rear being in relation to the direction of travel (x). The air inlet opening overlaps the load space structure in the direction of travel (x) and the air outlet opening is arranged behind the load space structure within the cross-sectional contour thereof. The air conduction element has a cover which delimits the air conduction duct. It was therefore the aim to devise an air conduction element which does not increase the dimensions of the load space structure when the vehicle is driving slowly or is at a standstill. For this purpose, the cover is produced from a flexible flat material.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Lifting and tipping mechanisms for incorporating into motor vehicles; Hydraulic lifting gear; Hydraulic actuators, in particular for pistons and cylinders; Printing cylinders, In particular hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic rams for utility vehicles; Mechanical drive units; Power packs comprising prime movers and pumps for supplying pressurised fluid to actuators; Pumps, in particular hydraulic pumps and oil pumps for utility vehicles, lubricating pumps; Valves and containers for hydraulic fluid; Soldering machines and Welding machines; Parts and fittings, including assembly parts, for all of the aforesaid goods; All the aforesaid goods included in this class. Electrotechnical components, in particular for use in utility vehicles; Measuring, detecting and monitoring instruments, indicators and controllers; Control mechanisms for the automatic connecting, disconnecting and activating of coupling devices in particular connecting mechanisms, in particular for drawbar couplings and fifth wheel coupling, air and electric couplings, and for support devices (dollys) activated by remote control; Distance meters for wheeled vehicles without their own instruments such as semi-trailers, trailers, railway rolling stock; Parts and fittings for all theaforesaid goods; All the aforesaid goods included in this class. Vehicles; Non-driven axle systems for vans, trailers and semi-trailers, and corresponding components and parts for the aforesaid axle systems; Axles, brakes and pneumatic suspensions, in particular for vehicles and vehicle trailers; Equipment (parts for vehicles) for unloading objects, in particular in connection with hook lifting systems; Tilting and pivoting equipment; Superstructures (parts for vehicles), in particular vehicles for transporting garbage containers and vehicles for loading garbage containers; Mechanical, hydraulic and electronic steering systems for vans, semi-trailers and trailers; Hydraulic and pneumatic axle suspensions for vans, semi-trailers and trailers; Suspension systems for semi-trailers and trailers; Single-wheel suspensions for buses, vans, semi-trailers and trailers; Ball races and slewing rings for vehicle trailers and special-purpose vehicles; Fifth wheel couplings for vans, trailers, semi-trailers, agricultural tractors, industrial tractors and industrial vehicles; Sliding devices for fifth-wheel couplings; Lifting devices for fifth wheels; Drive-on ramps; Central pivots, steering blocks for transmitting steering forces from geared semi-trailers; Drawbars; Trailer hitches, in particular for vans, buses, towing trucks, forklift trucks, trailers, semi-trailers, agricultural and forestry vehicles, industrial tractors and working equipment; Hook-type couplings; Sliding, shunting and breakdown couplings; Components and parts for the aforesaid couplings, in particular coupling pins, kingpins, drawbar eyes, drawbar eye sleeves, jaws, adapter couplings, hitch blocks for tractors, including clutch bearings and clutch bodies, kingpins, steering wedges; Support devices for use in the utility vehicle sector, in particular for semi-trailers and specialised vehicles, support winches; Supports for swap bodies (parts for vehicles and containers); Attachments for swap bodies (parts for vehicles and containers); Container seals being vehicle parts; Rotating brackets for vehicles; Spare wheel holders; Mechanical anti-theft devices for vehicles, semi-trailers and interchangeable containers; Electric motors with control electronics for motor vehicles; Wheels and aluminium rims for semi-trailers and trailers; parts and accessories for all of the above; All the aforesaid goods included in this class. Repair and assembly of fifth wheel couplings and trailer couplings for vans, trailers, semi-trailers, agricultural tractors, industrial tractors, industrial vehicles and working machinery.
61.
DEVICE FOR DETECTING THE POSITION OF A FIRST OR SECOND VEHICLE TO BE COUPLED TOGETHER
The invention relates to a device for detecting the position of a first or second vehicle (10, 20) to be coupled together, having a sensor device (30) which can be arranged on the first or second vehicle (10, 20) and which detects at least one reference point (40) of the other second or first vehicle (20, 10) using sensors. The aim of the invention is to provide a device for detecting the position of a first or second vehicle (10, 20) to be coupled together, said device allowing an operationally reliable and precise coupling regardless of present environmental influences. According to the invention, this is achieved in that the sensor device (30) has at least one transceiver unit (31), and the at least one reference point (40) can be equipped with a transponder (41) which reflects a radio signal of the transceiver unit (31).
B60D 1/01 - Traction couplings or hitches characterised by their type
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60D 1/62 - Auxiliary devices involving supply lines, electric circuits, or the like
62.
DEVICE FOR DETECTING THE POSITION OF A FIRST OR SECOND VEHICLE TO BE COUPLED TOGETHER
The invention relates to a device for detecting the position of a first or second vehicle (10, 20) to be coupled together, having a sensor device (30) which can be arranged on the first or second vehicle (10, 20) and which detects at least one reference point (40) of the other second or first vehicle (20, 10) using sensors. The aim of the invention is to provide a device for detecting the position of a first or second vehicle (10, 20) to be coupled together, said device allowing an operationally reliable and precise coupling regardless of present environmental influences. According to the invention, this is achieved in that the sensor device (30) has at least one transceiver unit (31), and the at least one reference point (40) can be equipped with a transponder (41) which reflects a radio signal of the transceiver unit (31).
B60D 1/36 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for facilitating connection, e.g. hitch catchers
B60D 1/01 - Traction couplings or hitches characterised by their type
B60D 1/62 - Auxiliary devices involving supply lines, electric circuits, or the like
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Trailer hitches, weight-carrying trailer hitches for vehicles, semi-trailer kingpins; parts of all the above goods, namely, tow hitches, pintle hooks, shunting couplings, drawbars, and drawbar eyes
66.
HITCHING DEVICE WITH AUTOMATICALLY CONNECTABLE SUPPLY PLUG COMPONENTS
The invention relates to a hitching device (10) for temporarily connecting a towing vehicle (12) to a trailer vehicle, thereby forming a vehicle/trailer combination, having the following: - a towing vehicle-side hitch component (14), - a trailer-side hitch component (24) which can be hitched to the towing vehicle-side hitch component, - a towing vehicle-side plug component (30) with at least one plug formation (34) as an interface for a towing vehicle-side supply line for transmitting energy and/or information, - a trailer-side plug component (32) which can be connected to the towing vehicle-side plug component in a releasable manner and which comprises at least one plug formation (36) as an interface for a trailer-side supply line for transmitting energy and/or information, - a towing vehicle-side aligning component (38) which is designed separately from the towing vehicle-side hitch component (14), which is arranged thereon, and which supports the towing vehicle-side plug component (30), - a trailer-side aligning component (40) which is designed separately from the trailer-side hitch component (24), which is arranged thereon, and which supports the trailer-said plug component (32), wherein at least one aligning component of the towing vehicle-side and trailer-side aligning component (38, 40) has an aligning formation (42, 44) and can be moved relative to the hitch component (14 or 24) supporting said aligning component such that the aligning formations (42, 44) of the aligning components (38, 40) can be brought into formfitting engagement with each other in order to align the plug components (30, 32) so as to establish a plug connection. According to the invention, at least one plug component (30, 32) of the towing vehicle-side and trailer-side plug component (30, 32) can be moved relative to the aligning component (38, 40) supporting said plug component.
B60D 1/26 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for remote control, e.g. for releasing
B60D 1/62 - Auxiliary devices involving supply lines, electric circuits, or the like
The invention relates to a tow bar (1026) for a trailer vehicle, having a coupling long end and a vehicle long end axially opposite the coupling long end along a tow bar longitudinal axis (DL) defining a tow bar longitudinal direction, which tow bar has at the coupling long end thereof a coupling member (1020), in particular a towing eye (1020), which is designed to produce a coupling connection to a coupling component on the tractor vehicle side, wherein the tow bar (1026) is designed on the vehicle long end thereof for connection to a vehicle body of a trailer vehicle and wherein a tow bar body (1027) extends between the long ends of the tow bar (1026). According to the invention, the tow bar body (1027) has, in a tow bar portion (1142) nearer to the coupling long end, an orthogonal cross-section which is open with respect to the tow bar longitudinal direction (DL), and, in a tow bar portion (1140) nearer to the vehicle long end, an orthogonal cross-section which is closed with respect to the two bar longitudinal direction (DL).
B60D 1/48 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by the mounting
B60D 1/155 - Draw-gear or towing devices characterised by their type consisting of an elongated single bar or tube comprising telescopic or foldable parts
B60D 1/145 - Draw-gear or towing devices characterised by their type consisting of an elongated single bar or tube
68.
COUPLING COMPONENT WITH CONNECTION AND ALIGNMENT COMPONENT THAT CAN MOVE RELATIVE TO THE COUPLING COMPONENT BODY TO AUTOMATICALLY CREATE A PLUG CONNECTION
A coupling component (24) in a coupling arrangement (10) for temporarily connecting a towing vehicle (12) to a towed vehicle to create a vehicle train comprises: - a coupling component body (27) having a coupling member (20) provided thereon for creating a coupling connection with a coupling member of the other coupling component (14), - a connector component (32) having at least one connector formation (36) designed to form a temporary energy-transmitting and/or information-transmitting detachable plug connection with another connector component (30) of the other coupling component (14), - an alignment component (40) which is mounted on the coupling component body (27) and supports the connector component (32), the alignment component (40) being movable relative to the coupling component body (27), such that the alignment component (40) is designed to align the connector component (32) in preparation for interlocking engagement with another alignment component (38) of the other coupling component (14) to form a plug connection. According to the invention the connector component (32) can be moved relative to the alignment component (40) and/or relative to the coupling component body (27) between a stowage position, in which its at least one connector formation (36) is inaccessible so as to prevent the creation of a plug connection, and a connection-readiness position, in which its at least one connector formation (36) is accessible so as to allow the creation of a plug connection, the connector component (32) being preferably biased in the stowage position.
B60D 1/26 - Traction couplingsHitchesDraw-gearTowing devices characterised by arrangements for particular functions for remote control, e.g. for releasing
A coupling device (10) for the temporary connection of a tractor vehicle to a trailer vehicle in order to form a vehicle combination has: - a tractor vehicle-side coupling component (14), - a trailer vehicle-side coupling component (24) which can be coupled to the former, - a tractor vehicle-side plug component (30) with at least one plug formation (34) as interface of a tractor vehicle-side supply line for transferring energy and/or information, - a trailer vehicle-side plug component (32) which can be connected to the former with at least one plug formation (36) as interface of a trailer vehicle-side supply line for transferring energy and/or information, - a tractor vehicle-side aligning component (38) which is arranged on the tractor vehicle-side coupling component (14) and supports the tractor vehicle-side plug component (30), - a trailer vehicle-side aligning component (40) which is configured on the trailer vehicle-side clutch component (24) and supports the trailer vehicle-side plug component (32), wherein the aligning formations (42, 44) of the aligning components (38, 40) can be brought into positively locking engagement with one another for aligning the plug components (30, 32) in a preparatory manner for the plug connection. It is provided according to the invention that, when they reach or exceed a predefined approach to one another, the tractor vehicle-side and the trailer vehicle-side aligning component (38, 40) can be locked against being removed from one another, in particular can be locked automatically.
The invention relates to an air conduction element (4) for reducing the air resistance of a load-carrying vehicle (1) having a load space structure (2). Said air conduction element can be externally mounted in the rear region (3) of the load space structure (2) and comprises an air conduction duct (5) with a front air inlet opening (6) and a rear air outlet opening (7), front and rear being in relation to the direction of travel (x). The air inlet opening (6) overlaps the load space structure (2) in the direction of travel (x) and the air outlet opening (7) is arranged behind the load space structure (2) within the cross-sectional contour thereof. The air conduction element (4) comprises a cover (8) which delimits the air conduction duct (5) and which is arranged movalby relative to the load space structure (2). Said cap slowly drops in the direction of the load space structure (2) when the air speed drops below a defined value and is raised by the air current in relation to the load space structure (2) when the air speed exceeds a defined value. It is therefore the aim of the invention to devise an air conduction element with which the maximum vehicle dimensions defined for the travel position of the air conduction element are maintained also during adjustment thereof. For this purpose, the cover (8) is mounted in relation to the load space structure (2) such that it can carry out a translatory movement only.
The invention relates to an air conduction element (4) for reducing the air resistance of a load-carrying vehicle (1) having a load space structure (2). Said air conduction element can be externally mounted in the rear region (3) of the load space structure (2) and comprises an air conduction duct (5) with a front air inlet opening (6) and a rear air outlet opening (7), front and rear being in relation to the direction of travel (x). The air inlet opening (6) overlaps the load space structure (2) in the direction of travel (x) and the air outlet opening (7) is arranged behind the load space structure (2) within the cross-sectional contour thereof. The air conduction element (4) comprises a cover (8) which delimits the air conduction duct (5). It was therefore the aim of the invention to devise an air conduction element which does not increase the dimensions of the load space structure when the vehicle is driving slowly or is at a standstill. For this purpose, the cover (8) is produced from a flexible flat material (9).
a, b, c) having an emergency function. Upon the triggering of at least one emergency function of the vehicle-side system, the control apparatus (3) deactivates the control apparatus (2) directly or indirectly.
b). The housing (2) of the plug element (1) can be moved laterally relative to a connection socket (6) that is fixed in space and the cross sectional area (AD1, AD2) for pressurization of the line element (3) is configured such that upon impingement with compressed air a force acts in the direction of insertion (8).
A vehicle coupling, and a method for the manufacture thereof, having a coupling body (1) and at least one structural element (2) placed thereon wherein the structural element (2) is force fit to the coupling body (1) using a bulk plastic material (3).
A fifth-wheel coupling (1) having a coupling plate (2) with an entry opening (4) for a king pin (5) includes an at least single-part locking device (100) for fastening the king pin (5) and a fixing element which engages on the locking device, which fixing element can be moved from a locking position into an open position and vice versa. A securing device (15) with a blocking element (40, 400) is provided, which blocking element (40, 400) can be moved from a rest position into a blocking position and vice versa, wherein the blocking element (40, 400) projects into the entry opening (4) at least in the blocking position.
A vehicle coupling for producing a mechanical connection between a first and a second vehicle including a coupling body (1) in which at least one structural area (2) of the coupling body (1) is made of a metallic foam (3).
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
Goods & Services
Axles, brakes and air suspensions and parts thereof, as far
as contained in this class. Axles, brakes and air suspensions and parts thereof for
vehicles and vehicle trailers, as far as contained in this
class. Material treatment.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Control mechanisms for the automatic connecting, disconnecting and activating of coupling devices and/or connecting mechanisms, in particular for drawbar couplings and fifth wheel coupling, air and electric couplings, and for support devices (dollys) activated by remote control; parts for the above-mentioned goods, included in class 9; distance meters for wheeled vehicles without their own instruments such as semi-trailers, trailers, railway rolling stock. Ball bearing turntables and slewing rings for vehicle trailers and special-purpose vehicles; fifth wheel couplings for vans, trailers, semi-trailers, agricultural tractors, industrial tractors and industrial vehicles; sliding devices for fifth-wheel couplings; lifting devices for fifth wheels; central pivots, steering blocks for transmitting steering forces from geared semi-trailers; drawbar couplings for vans, trailers, semi-trailers, agricultural tractors, industrial tractors and industrial vehicles and working machinery; components and parts for the aforesaid coupling, in particular coupling bolts, fifth wheel coupling pins, drawbar eyes and catch jaws; support devices for use in the utility vehicle sector, in particular for semi-trailers and specialised vehicles, support winches; supports for interchangeable containers as parts of vehicles and containers, fastening fittings for interchangeable containers as parts of vehicles and containers; container seals being vehicle parts; rotating brackets for vehicles; spare wheel holders; mechanical anti-theft devices for vehicles, semi-trailers and interchangeable containers; (all the aforesaid goods included in class 12). repair and assembly of fifth wheel couplings and trailer couplings for vans, trailers, semi-trailers, agricultural tractors, industrial tractors, industrial vehicles and working machinery.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Electronic lock displays for vehicle couplings, sensors and switches, in particular non-contact, detectors, inductive and capacitive proximity switches, electrical fittings, housings, magnetic elements, display devices, LED lights, electric and acoustic alarms. Trailer hitches for vehicles, in particular fifth wheels and bolt couplings and components therefor, pull levers and control levers, housings for land vehicle parts.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Electric, hydraulic or pneumatic servomotors, control apparatus for machines, motors or engines. Connectors and sockets, electronic data memories and data evaluation systems, sensors, sending and receiving apparatus for radio, ultrasonic, infrared and inductive signals, signal control apparatus (electromechanical). Fifth wheels, central pivots, support winches, bolt couplings and trailer couplings.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Goods included in class 7, in particular electric, hydraulic or mechanical servomotors. Goods included in class 9, in particular connectors and jacks, electronic data memories and data analysis systems, control apparatus, sensors, sending and receiving apparatus for radio, ultrasound, infrared and inductive signals. Goods included in class 12, in particular fifth wheels, central pivots, support winches, bolt couplings and trailer couplings.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Control and check/monitoring devices for automatic connecting, detaching and actuating of coupling devices, respectively connecting devices, in particular of trailer couplings and fifth wheel couplings, air clutches and electric clutches as well as landing gear for semi-trailers by remote control; parts of all aforementioned goods. Trailer couplings, in particular for trucks, buses, traction engines, industrial trucks, trailers, agricultural and forestry vehicles; hook clutches; sliding couplings, shunting clutches, drawbar couplings, fifth-wheel couplings, in particular for semi-trailers; components and parts of all aforementioned goods, in particular drawbar eyes, drawbar eyes bushings, catch jaws, adaptor clutches, coupling bolts, coupling holders for tractors including clutch bearings, clutch body, fifth-wheel coupling pins, steering wedges. Repair and mounting of couplings for motor vehicles and trailer couplings, in particular trailer couplings and fifth-wheel couplings for trucks.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Control and check/monitoring devices for automatic connecting, detaching and actuating of coupling devices, respectively connecting devices, in particular of trailer couplings and fifth wheel couplings, air clutches and electric clutches as well as landing gear for semi-trailers by remote control; parts of all aforementioned goods. Trailer couplings, in particular for trucks, buses, traction engines, industrial trucks, trailers, agricultural and forestry vehicles; hook clutches; sliding couplings, shunting clutches, drawbar couplings, fifth-wheel couplings, in particular for semi-trailers; components and parts of all aforementioned goods, in particular drawbar eyes, drawbar eyes bushings, catch jaws, adaptor clutches, coupling bolts, coupling holders for tractors including clutch bearings, clutch body, fifth-wheel coupling pins, steering wedges. Repair and mounting of couplings for motor vehicles and trailer couplings, in particular trailer couplings and fifth-wheel couplings for trucks.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Trailer hitches for vehicles, weight-carrying hitches,
semi-trailer kingpins, coupling rings. Repair and assembly of trailer coupling devices for
automobiles, in particular trailer coupling devices and
weight-carrying hitches for automotive lorries.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Control mechanisms for the automatic connecting, disconnecting and activating of coupling devices; connecting mechanisms, in particular for drawbar couplings and fifth wheel coupling, air and electric couplings, and for support devices (dollys) activated by remote control; parts for the aforesaid goods. Drawbar couplings and fifth wheel couplings, for vans, trailers, semi-trailers, agricultural tractors, industrial tractors and industrial vehicles; components and parts for the aforesaid coupling, in particular coupling bolts, fifth wheel coupling pins, drawbar eyes and catch jaws.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Control mechanisms for the automatic connecting, disconnecting and activating of coupling devices in particular connecting mechanisms, in particular for drawbar couplings and fifth wheel coupling, air and electric couplings, and for support devices (dollys) activated by remote control; parts for the aforesaid goods. Drawbar couplings and fifth wheel couplings, for vans, trailers, semi-trailers, agricultural tractors, industrial tractors and industrial vehicles; components and parts for the aforesaid coupling, in particular coupling bolts, fifth wheel coupling pins, drawbar eyes and catch jaws.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Jacks. Hand-operated hand-held jacks. Parts of vehicles, namely steering rings on ball bearings
for towing bars of trucks and handling carts for farming;
couplings for semi-trailer tractors; central pivots for
couplings of semi-trailer tractors; shoring devices for
semi-trailer tractors, namely cart hammers.
