Abstract: An energy absorbing device for a steering column assembly of a vehicle is provided. The energy absorbing device includes tear initiation grooves having offset tear initiation points, such that tearing is initiated in the grooves at different points in time, thus balancing loads experienced during a frontal crash and collapse of the steering column assembly.

Abstract: A steering rack support assembly with a support shaft and a sleeve. The support shaft has a first end, a second end, and at least two mounting members. The cross section of the support shaft may be substantially the same along the length of the support shaft. A first of the at least two mounting members may be affixed to the first end of the support shaft, while a second of the at least two mounting members may be affixed to the second end. Each of the at least two mounting members may be configured to couple to the frame of the vehicle. The sleeve is disposed around an outer surface of the support shaft and is slidably coupled to the support shaft. A bracket affixed to the sleeve may be configured to couple to a rack and pinion assembly, a first tie rod, and a second tie rod.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to an electric vehicle having an electric motor and a pack for storing energy, said vehicle configured having: at least two passenger seats, including a first seat, and a second seat, positioned behind the front seat and configured to face rearward; and the pack having: a lateral module configured to extend perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle between the first seat and the second seat.

Abstract: A system for moving a flip axle assembly relative to a trailer, includes a trailer pivotally connected to a flip axle assembly, where a rotation assembly moves the flip axle assembly between a ground-engaging position and a stowed position. The rotation assembly includes a first linkage connected to the flip axle assembly, and a second linkage pivotally connected to the first linkage, forming a second pivot connection. A hinge is connected to the trailer, with the hinge being pivotally connected to the second linkage forming a third pivot connection. A rotation mechanism is operably connected to the rotation assembly for moving the flip axle assembly between the ground-engaging position and the stowed position.

Abstract: A fluid pressure shock absorber includes a damping valve that is capable of changing damping characteristic in response to a pilot pressure, and a pilot valve configured to supply the working fluid in the bottom-side chamber or the rod-side chamber to a pilot chamber of the damping valve as a pilot pressure. The pilot valve has a first pilot chamber configured such that the working fluid is guided from the bottom-side chamber, and a second pilot chamber configured such that the working fluid is guided from the rod-side chamber. When the fluid pressure shock absorber is not extended/contracted, the pilot valve supplies the pilot pressure to the pilot chamber of the damping valve, and when the fluid pressure shock absorber is extended/contracted, the pilot valve holds the pilot pressure in the pilot chamber of the damping valve supplied when the fluid pressure shock absorber is not extended/contracted.

Abstract: A front axle assembly includes an axle and a steering assembly. The steering assembly includes a pair of wheel hubs coupled to opposing ends of the axle, a steering gear mechanism configured to be positioned between (a) a first vertical plane defined by a first frame rail of the vehicle and (b) a second vertical plane defined by a second frame rail of the vehicle, and a linkage assembly coupling the steering gear mechanism to the pair of wheel hubs to facilitate steering the pair of wheel hubs through actuation of the steering gear mechanism. Components of linkage assembly do not extend through the first frame rail or the second frame rail.

Abstract: An article transport vehicle includes a body, a wheel held by the body, a motor that drives the wheel, and a driver unit that controls the motor. The driver unit is disposed to extend in a front-back direction of the body in an upright posture. The body is provided, in a bottom section thereof, with an air guide path configured to guide travel-generated wind to a cooling surface.

Abstract: A dual trailing link, rear wheel suspension system for a vehicle is described. The trailing links have proximal ends coupled to the vehicle chassis and distal ends coupled to a bracket with a knuckle for the wheel. The distal ends have a larger distance between them than the proximal ends, allowing for an improved instantaneous center, which may be useful for determining lift/squat characteristics. The distal ends may be disposed proximate the knuckle, thereby providing the largest possible knuckle pivot radius, i.e., effective swingarm length, for a predetermined chassis-wheel distance, which provides a smoother, more comfortable riding experience. The disclosed arrangement makes maximum use of the space allotted for the rear suspension system and is suitable for use with an aerodynamic cowling for an energy efficient vehicle.

Abstract: A terminal tractor, comprising: (a) an operator cab, (b) a fifth wheel configured for repositioning trailers, and (c) a trailer stabilizer lift separate from the fifth wheel.

Abstract: A front frame assembly for a motor vehicle includes a suspension attachment structure comprising an attachment portion fixable to a bodywork cell defining a passenger compartment of the motor vehicle, one or more attachment elements fixed with respect to the suspension attachment structure and configured to permit a coupling of a suspension of the motor vehicle to the attachment portion, and a steering box comprising a steering tie rod for steering a wheel hub of the motor vehicle, a tubular casing extending along a first straight axis, and a transmission element coupled to the steering tie rod and to the tubular casing in an axially movable manner along the first axis inside the casing, wherein the tubular casing is rigidly fixed to the suspension attachment structure.

Abstract: The present invention provides a movable vehicle. The movable vehicle comprises a carrying mechanism and a holding mechanism connected to the carrying mechanism, and the bottom of the carrying mechanism is provided with wheels, wherein the movable vehicle further comprises a starting mechanism arranged on the holding mechanism, the starting mechanism comprising a starting unit, a power supply unit, and a controller. The starting unit is configured to be switchable between an initial position and a start position. The controller is configured to be electrically connectable to the power supply unit, wherein when the starting unit is in the start position, the starting unit is coupled to the controller to activate the electrical connection between the controller and the power supply unit, and when the starting unit is in the initial position, the starting unit is decoupled from the controller.

Abstract: A kingpin arrangement for arrangement a commercial vehicle trailer, includes a kingpin that extends in an extension direction, a stator rotationally fixed with respect to the kingpin and a rotor that includes (a plug connector adapted to be connectable or connected to a complementarily configured plug element of a towing vehicle, wherein the stator includes at least one connection that is connected to a distribution network of the trailer at least in an installed state, wherein the connection is connected to the energy connection in an electrically conductive manner via an energy transmission device, and wherein the rotor is freely rotatable relative to the stator about an axis of rotation.

Abstract: A locking tool includes an igniter, a cup-shaped member, a holder and a weak portion. The cup-shaped member includes a cylindrical portion fitted into a tip portion of the igniter, a bottom portion positioned on a side of the tip portion of the igniter, and an actuation pin that is formed outside the bottom portion and configured to lock an object. The holder holds the igniter and the cup-shaped member. The weak portion is formed at a position facing an outer peripheral portion of the actuation pin inside the bottom portion of the cup-shaped member.

Abstract: The motor vehicle comprises two front steering and rolling wheels (4, 4?) and at least one rear rolling wheel (9). The motor vehicle comprises a roll four bar linkage (10) connected to a frame (2A-2B) and which supports the front steered wheels (4, 4?). A suspension group (71, 71?) is interposed between the front wheels (4, 4?) and the roll four bar linkage (10) to allow movement of the front wheels with respect to the roll four bar linkage (10). The roll four bar linkage (10) comprises: a lower cross member (11) and an upper cross member (12) hinged to the frame to pivot around first roll axes (101, 101?); and a right upright (21) and a left upright (21?) hinged to the cross members (11, 12) so as to rotate around second roll axes (212, 212?, 221, 221?) parallel to the first roll axes (101, 101?). The lower cross member (11) extends along a longitudinal direction between the front wheels and beyond said front wheels to form a loading surface.

Abstract: A vehicle battery assembly mounting structure includes: a mounting bushing provided in a battery assembly to form a space, the space allowing movement in a vertical direction; a fastening bolt disposed to vertically penetrate the space formed by the mounting bushing; and a sleeve assembly. The sleeve assembly is configured to guide the fastening bolt, to elastically prevent the fastening bolt from being separated from the mounting bushing and to elastically support the fastening bolt with respect to the mounting bushing to allow the fastening bolt to move in the mounting bushing.

Abstract: A bracket system including a bottom bracket portion and a top bracket portion is disclosed. The bottom bracket portion may include a bottom arc-shaped member, and the top bracket portion may include a top arc-shaped member. The top bracket portion may be configured to attach with the bottom bracket portion via one or more fasteners. Further, the top arc-shaped member may include an L-shaped bracket member disposed at a top arc-shaped member's center portion. The top arc-shaped member may be configured to attach with an external elongated shaft via the L-shaped bracket member.

Abstract: A damping arrangement of an active chassis for an axle of a motor vehicle. A damping system cooperates with each wheel of the axle, wherein each of the damping systems includes a damper, a hydraulic pump, and an electric motor. A hydraulic unit includes a hydraulic reservoir and valves, wherein the hydraulic pump and the hydraulic unit of the respective damping system cooperate with hydraulic chambers of the hydraulic cylinder of the respective damping system, such that, depending on the conveying direction of the hydraulic pump of the hydraulic unit, a movement of the piston in a first actuation direction or in a second actuation direction can be provided. The hydraulic pumps and the electric motors of both damping systems are combined to form a motor-pump unit. The motor-pump unit is fastened on both sides thereof to an axle carrier of the axle via two bearings.

Abstract: A bottom structure for an electric vehicle including at least a first and second beam-shaped battery modules extending in a length direction. Each module is formed by a number interconnected cells and has two longitudinal sides, two transverse sides and a top side covered by a cover plate. The modules are mutually interconnected along their longitudinal sides via an adhesive.

Abstract: An impact mitigation system for a motor vehicle includes a car seat having a seat cushion side bolster, a center console disposed adjacent to the side bolster, an airbag wrap disposed within the side bolster, and an airbag cushion operable between an un-deployed state within the airbag casing and a deployed state extending from the airbag wrap. The airbag cushion includes an outboard cushion panel extending from a proximal end of the airbag cushion at the airbag wrap to a distal end of the airbag cushion disposed at an opposite end of the airbag cushion from the proximal end. The airbag cushion further includes a plurality of inboard cushion panels extending between the proximal end and the distal end on an opposite side of the airbag cushion from the outboard cushion panel and defining a center console interface configured to mate with the center console.

Abstract: Electric vehicle conversion kits for IC vehicles and converted electric vehicles. An electric vehicle conversion kit may include an electric motor directly coupled to an axle. Another electric vehicle conversion kit may include an electric motor mechanically coupled to an axle via a driveshaft. Another electric vehicle conversion kit may include an electric motor coupled to a transfer case.