Abstract: With an object of allowing steering wheel operation to be carried out easily at a normal time and when an abnormality occurs, the invention includes a motor having two windings and a control unit having two control systems that supply control signals to each winding of the motor, and when an abnormality occurs in one winding of the motor or in one system inside the control unit, a supply of current to the winding in which the abnormality has occurred is cut to zero, and the motor is driven by a predetermined current necessary at a normal time being supplied to the other winding, while at a time of a normal drive when no abnormality has occurred, the current supply is shared between the two windings, whereby the motor is driven.

Abstract: Technical solutions for compensating for lash in a steering system are described. An example method includes determining a rack pressure value based on a driver torque value and a differential pressure across a rack of the steering system. The method also includes determining a compensation friction value based on a position of a handwheel of the steering system and a speed of a vehicle equipped with the steering system. The method also includes computing a pressure value based on the rack pressure value and the compensation friction value. The method also includes generating a torque command using the pressure value, the torque command being added to the driver assist torque for the steering system.

Abstract: The rollover prevention apparatus defines an adaptive steering range limiting device comprising a control unit and a pair of opposing unidirectional brake assemblies mounted to a steering column position detection disc. The rollover prevention apparatus prevents the steering wheel of the vehicle from being turned beyond the threshold of vehicle rollover, but otherwise does not restrict the rotational range of motion of the steering wheel of a vehicle.

Abstract: A torque sensor for a steering mechanism having an input shaft joined to an output shaft by a torsion bar. A first coupler is connected to the input shaft while a second coupler is connected to the output shaft. A first and second receiving coils, each having a plurality of oppositely wound loops, are arranged adjacent the first and second coils, respectively, while a circuit determines the angular offset between the couplers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aid steering control apparatus comprising: a sensing unit configured to sense at least one of a steering angle and a pinion angle, and a rack force; a change amount calculating unit configured to calculate at least one of a steering angle change amount, which is a change of the steering angle, and a pinion angle change amount, which is a change of the pinion angle, and a rack force change amount, which is a change of the rack force; a first carrier calculating unit configured to calculate a first carrier that is a rack force change amount for the steering angle change amount or a rack force change amount for the pinion angle change amount; and a compensating unit configured to calculate a rack force maximum value and a rack force minimum value, which are rack forces of points where a sign of the first carrier is changed by determining the sign of the first carrier, and to compensate for a steering torque based on a difference between the rack force maximum value and the rac

Abstract: A hydraulic drive system includes: control valves; solenoid proportional valves outputting pilot pressures to the control valves; a controller controlling each of the solenoid proportional valves; a primary pressure line leading hydraulic oil from an auxiliary pump to the solenoid proportional valves; a solenoid switching valve provided on the primary pressure line; a movement detection line blocked when any of movement detection target control valves has moved; and a movement detection pressure sensor provided on the movement detection line. The controller controls the solenoid switching valve while all of operation devices are outputting electrical signals indicating that their operating levers are in neutral, such that: the solenoid switching valve opens the primary pressure line if a measurement value of the pressure sensor is less than a threshold; and the solenoid switching valve blocks the primary pressure line if the measurement value of the pressure sensor is greater than the threshold.

Abstract: In a driving support device for a vehicle including a collision avoidance support system and a lane travel support system, a steering control amount is set while maintaining an appropriate relationship between both of the systems. A collision avoidance support control unit is configured to calculate a steering torque command value (Tr1(n)) in accordance with a first characteristic in which an upper limit value (Trmax1) and a gradient (K1) are set. A lane travel support control unit is configured to calculate a steering torque command value (Tr2(n)) in accordance with a second characteristic in which an upper limit value (Trmax2) and a gradient (K2) are set. The upper limit value (Trmax1) is set to a value less than the upper limit value (Trmax2), and the gradient (K1) is set to a value more than the gradient (K2).

Abstract: A vehicle includes a frame assembly extending along a longitudinal axis of the vehicle and including a rear frame portion. The rear frame portion includes at least one upstanding member, at least one longitudinal member, and at least one coupling member coupled to the at least one upstanding member and the at least one longitudinal member. The vehicle also includes at least one front ground-engaging member supporting the frame assembly, at least one rear ground-engaging member supporting the frame assembly, a drivetrain assembly operably coupled to the front and rear ground-engaging member, and a rear suspension assembly. The rear suspension assembly includes at least one radius rod operably coupled to the at least one rear ground-engaging member and angled less than 90° relative to the at least one longitudinal member.

Abstract: A subframe for a vehicle for supporting at least one wheel-controlling component, wherein the subframe has at least one shell element, wherein the subframe has or forms at least one mount section for the mounting of a transverse link element, wherein a first subsection of the mount section has or forms at least one first passage opening for receiving a fastening mechanism for the transverse link element, wherein a further subsection of the mount section is a section which is bent relative to the first subsection. Also disclosed is a method for producing a subframe.

Abstract: A motor vehicle body has a roof surface which is delimited towards the back by a tailgate and laterally by a roof channel. An upper edge of the tailgate and a rear edge of the roof channel jointly delimit an opening which is directed towards the front. A roof rail is arranged in the roof channel and the distance between the upper edge and a rear flank of the roof rail is less than the height of the opening.

Abstract: A front vehicle body structure includes: lower side members extended in a length direction of a vehicle, and disposed at left and right sides in a width direction of the vehicle; a dash lower cross reinforcement member extended in the width direction of the vehicle, and to which a rear end of each of the front lower side members in the length direction of the vehicle is coupled; and joints to which the rear ends of the left and right front lower side members and the dash lower cross reinforcement member are coupled, which can result in enhanced structural rigidity of the vehicle front body.

Abstract: A front vehicle body structure is provided. The front vehicle body structure includes fender apron upper members that extend longitudinally and disposed in left and right sides of the front vehicle body in a width direction, respectively. Front pillar members traversely extend and are disposed in the left and right sides of the front vehicle body in the width direction, respectively. A cowl upper cross reinforcing member extends in the width direction. Further, front pillar upper members longitudinally extend and are disposed in left and right sides of the front vehicle body in the width direction, respectively, and are disposed rearward of the longitudinal direction and upward of the transverse direction against the fender apron upper member. Further, a joint is coupled with front ends of the fender apron upper members, the front pillar members, the front pillar upper members, and the cowl upper cross reinforcing member, respectively.

Abstract: A reinforcement member is provided and includes a reinforcement unit that has a pair of reinforcement unit bodies. Each of the reinforcement unit bodies has a protruding surface protruding from a middle part of the reinforcement unit body relative to a longitudinal direction of the reinforcement unit body. The protruding surfaces of the reinforcement unit bodies are in contact with each other while opposing each other, and opposite end parts of the reinforcement unit have rectangular cross sections when cutting the reinforcement unit perpendicularly to a longitudinal direction of the reinforcement unit. A plurality of reinforcement units are arranged and the cross sections of the opposite end parts of the reinforcement units form columns and rows of the reinforcement member.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a vehicle body component, which comprises a basic element reinforced with a reinforcing element of fiber-reinforced plastics material. It is proposed that the basic element reinforced with the reinforcing element is a basic element of a pillar of a vehicle body or a roof element, the reinforcing element having a constant thickness or a variable thickness.

Abstract: A poly bilt ambulance compartment for attachment to a vehicle for providing patient transport and treatment in a manner that will accommodate medical personnel and at least one patient located on a mobile cot in a position such that the medical personnel can provide medical care and assistance including intensive life support services during transit. The poly structure is built to house and store medical supplies and treatment equipment, which can be used in a variety of environments and be easily cleaned following patient delivery, and is formed from sanitized, non-porous material that will minimize bio-hazard conditions.

Abstract: An assembly for utility truck bodies having metal and/or composite reinforcement(s) and/or foam reinforcements and/or honeycomb reinforcement/ and/or wood reinforcements encapsulated within a thermoformed thermoplastic, or thermoset or fiber-reinforced thermoset walking surface floor structure of the truck bed assembly or other composite floor structure with attachable components and junctions, e.g., sidepack(s), and methods of making the same are provided.

Abstract: Embodiments of a rail system for use with a vehicle, such as a pickup truck, may include a plurality of side rails and stanchions securing the side rails to the vehicle. At least one hoop may be provided for connection to either the stanchions or the side rails. Each hoop may include a plurality of legs, a clamp connected to each leg, an elbow connected to each leg opposite the clamp, and a lateral cross bar connected between the elbows. The legs may be pivotable with respect to the elbows. The elbows may further include a rod pivotable between a stored and deployed position. In the deployed position, the rod may facilitate attachment of elevated rails. Additionally, bed dividers and storage lockers or boxes are disclosed for use with embodiments of a rail system as applied to a pickup truck.

Abstract: A vehicle tailgate latch is provided. The latch having: a first portion; a second portion; a linkage for rotatably securing the first portion to the second portion, wherein the second portion is rotatably secured to the first portion for movement about a vertical axis with respect to the first portion; and a latching mechanism for releasing the second portion from the first portion.

Abstract: The fairing assembly uses inflatable wall panels that automatically deploy and retract at certain speeds to provide sturdy, light-weight aerodynamic fairings, which cover and enclose the space between the tractor truck and connected trailers to improve the aerodynamics of the tractor-trailers. The fairing assembly uses a module design and includes two or more panel units, a blower/vacuum and an electronic controller. Each panel unit includes a panel housing and an inflatable wall panel, which inflates and deflates to deploy and retract from its housing. The controller actuates the blower/vacuum to provide a continuous flow of air to the inflatable wall panels during deployment and to draw an air flow from the inflatable wall panels when retracting the panels back into the panel housings.

Abstract: Aerodynamic device for a motor-vehicle including a panel structure located under the front part of the motor-vehicle and elastically biased towards a raised position and configured to be moved towards a lowered position due to an airflow which invests the motor-vehicle during travel. The aerodynamic device includes a bag structure provided inside of a cavity for receiving in its interior the airflow which invests the motor-vehicle during travel, in such a way that above a predetermined threshold value of the motor-vehicle speed, the bag structure is inflated and pushes the panel structure towards its lowered position.

Abstract: A gooseneck hitch attachable to a cross member secured to a frame below a load bed of a vehicle, the cross member having a width is shown and described. The gooseneck hitch may include a beam selectively attachable to the cross member below the load bed and a rail monolithically formed with the beam and extending from the beam. The gooseneck hitch may also include a receptacle monolithically formed with the rail, where the receptacle is capable of selectively securing a hitch ball.

Abstract: A seal structure is provided to block a clearance between a rotational casing and a fixed housing for driving a crawler of a crawler vehicle. A seal ring is held in a first annular holding groove provided in the fixed housing together with a first O-ring that biases the seal ring toward the outside of the first holding groove. A second holding groove having an opening facing the first holding groove is provided in the rotational casing to hold a slide ring having a higher rigidity than that of the seal ring together with a second O-ring that biases the slide ring toward the seal ring. A foreign object such as mud is thereby prevented from invading a gear chamber without increasing a frictional loss.

Abstract: A track system for steerable vehicles having at least one axle. The track system is capable of adjusting to changes in terrain by pivoting in clockwise and counterclockwise directions relative to an axle assembly as the vehicle moves across the ground. The pivotal movement of the track system relative to the axle assembly is restricted by a limiter attached to an inboard member of the track system frame. Pivotal movement is limited by the axle assembly housing engaging the limiter when the track system pivots in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction to a maximum point along a pivot arc.

Abstract: A roller system for a tracked undercarriage is disclosed. The roller system includes an interconnected track shoe series. A first roller series is configured to engage a first plurality of non-adjacent track shoes of the interconnected track shoe series. A second roller series is configured to engage a second plurality of non-adjacent track shoes of the interconnected track shoe series. Rollers of the first roller series are independently mounted relative to rollers of the second roller series. Non-adjacent track shoes of the first plurality are between non-adjacent track shoes of the second plurality.

Abstract: A vehicle track module having a frame, the module mountable on a rotatable axle of a vehicle and having a drive wheel rotatably mounted to the frame, leading and trailing idler wheels rotatably mounted to the frame, at least one bogie wheel in contact with the track and positioned between the idler wheels, and a continuous flexible track extending about the wheels, and the at least one bogie wheel is a cylindrical wheel with a tapered elastomeric tire therearound. The track module may include a module center plane parallel to the drive wheel and the bogie wheel may be thicker toward the center plane. A track assembly for a vehicle including a frame for mounting with respect to the vehicle and a plurality of wheels in contact with a continuous flexible track extending about the wheels with at least one wheel being cylindrical and including a tapered elastomeric tire.

Abstract: An apparatus for cutting a tinted film for a vehicle window is disclosed, the apparatus comprising: a housing having a top portion, the housing having a cutting-line displaying/displayed plate as a front portion thereof, wherein the cutting-line displaying/displayed plate is tilted such that the film is supported on the plate; a top horizontal extension from the top portion of the housing; a contaminant remover disposed on and beneath the top horizontal extension; and a cutting-line formation device housed in the housing, wherein the cutting-line formation device is configured to send cutting line data for the film to the cutting-line displaying/displayed plate when the cutting-line displaying/displayed plate includes a display panel; or the cutting-line formation device is configured to irradiate a beam corresponding to the cutting line data onto the cutting-line displaying/displayed plate when the cutting-line formation device include a beam projector.

Abstract: A fixing structure for a lock contains a flexible fixer which includes a flexible strap, a first fastener, and a second fastener. The flexible strap has a first segment and a second segment. The first fastener is fixed on the first segment of the flexible strap, and the second fastener is secured on the second segment of the flexible strap and has a through hole configured to accommodate the first fastener and the flexible strap. The through hole of the second fastener has a first inner diameter which is greater than a first outer diameter of the flexible strap and a second outer diameter of the first fastener. Thereby, the fixing structure locks a bicycle on a fixed object and obtains anti-theft of the bicycle.

Abstract: A bicycle assembly comprises a saddle adjustment assembly, the saddle adjustment assembly comprising an adjustable height saddle post, the adjustable height saddle post comprising first and second slidably coupled supports; a saddle post locking mechanism that selectively restricts sliding of the second support relative to the first support; and a saddle angle adjustment mechanism configured to couple to a bicycle saddle to enable rotation of the bicycle saddle between a first predetermined position and a second predetermined position, wherein, when the saddle post locking mechanism is in an unlocked configuration, the saddle angle adjustment mechanism enables rotation of the bicycle saddle between the first and second predetermined positions, and wherein, when the saddle post locking mechanism is in a locked configuration, the saddle angle adjustment mechanism maintains the bicycle saddle in one of the first and second predetermined positions.

Abstract: A hard seat device is adapted to be mounted on a seatpost of a bicycle for supporting a hard protective cycling pad thereon, and includes a hard seat member and a linking unit. The hard seat member has a main body that is adapted for contacting the hard protective cycling pad, and that is elongated without any part expanding laterally for supporting buttocks of a rider. The linking unit is mounted to the hard seat member and is adapted to be coupled to the seatpost.

Abstract: A motorcycle includes a lower cowl that covers a lower portion of a vehicle. At least a part of the lower cowl is disposed on a front side of a rear wheel. The lower cowl includes a groove-shaped depressed portion on a lower portion. The depressed portion extends in a front-rear direction of the vehicle, and a lower side and a rear side of the depressed portion are opened. The depressed portion is disposed on the front side of the rear wheel. A cross-sectional area of the depressed portion taken in a direction perpendicular to the front-rear direction of the vehicle increases in area toward a rear side of the vehicle.

Abstract: The two-axle vehicle balance scooter includes an upper shell, lower shell, pedal, pressure sensors, brackets, wheels, press block, shaft, chip, and battery pack. The brackets include a pedal bracket, hardware support, battery support and chip support. The press block includes a wheel pressure block and an axial compression block, from bottom to top on the housing gasket installed the pedal bracket and pedals. Both sides of the body are disposed around a middle section that is a battery holder below which a battery is installed. Accordingly, the scooter is symmetrical thus providing better stability, easier handling, easy installation and removal of a battery and other benefits.

Abstract: An apparatus including a bicycle frame including a drive side chain stay. The drive side chain stay can include a drive side chain stay chamber, an inside chain stay cutout, an outside chain stay cutout; and a dropout. The drive side chain stay can be configured such that a chain of a bicycle including the bicycle frame can be inserted through the inside chain stay cutout, the drive side chain stay chamber, and the outside chain stay cutout without breaking the chain.

Abstract: A bicycle control device mounting assembly for mounting a bicycle control device to a bicycle handlebar having a handlebar central axis and a handlebar opening disposed in the handlebar a distance removed from an end of the handlebar. The bicycle control device mounting assembly comprises a connector assembly. The connector assembly comprises a first connector moveable relative to the handlebar central axis within a first mounting adjustment range and a second connector moveable relative to the handlebar central axis within a second mounting adjustment range.

Abstract: An electrical bicycle derailleur includes a base member and a movable member movably arranged between a retracted position and an extended position. A linkage operatively couples the movable member to the base member. The linkage includes a first link member and a second link member. The first link member is disposed closer to the base member than the second link member. A motor unit is operatively coupled to the first and second link members to rotate the first and second link members. A linkage housing is configured to support the first and second link members and the motor unit. A first diameter of the first link member is different from a second diameter of the second link member and/or a first tooth number of the first link member is different from a second tooth number of the second link member.

Abstract: A crank assembly of a shaft driven bicycle includes a crank arm pivoted to an axis of a bicycle frame for arranging pedal. The crank arm has at least one main transmission gear to be engaged with a passive gear of a passive shaft. Teeth of the main transmission gear face opposite to the crank arm. The main transmission gear of the crank assembly won't interfere with the axis of the bicycle, and the main transmission gear is driven directly by the crank arms for better power transmission efficiency.

Abstract: A hydrofoil section (401) comprising upper (4014) and lower (4015, 4018, 4017) cambered profiles and a reference line in which: the reference line is drawn between the trailing edge (307) of the section and the leading edge (304) or a point close to and below such leading edge, and both profiles have a positive camber, and a substantial part of the lower profile lies above such reference line, and the area bounded by such reference line and by such lower profile lying above such reference line is greater than any area lying below such reference line.

Abstract: A system and process is provided to deplete or remove moisture from wood coring in boats by piercing 20 a fiberglass outer skin; forming 30 bores or holes 200 in wood coring to form an exposed portion; processing ambient air 35 to create processed air; pumping or displacing 40 processed air into the bores or holes 200; penetrating 50 an exposed portion 80; with a sealant 100; and filling 60 the exposed portion 80 with a sealant 100.

Abstract: The invention relates to anchoring systems for floating bases for the production of energy at sea (floating wind turbine, wave energy, floating hydraulic turbines, ETM platform, etc.) and/or for petroleum exploitation at sea, constituted by at least one anchoring line which comprises at least one portion which is constituted by cable, chain or a combination of the two and at least one elastic device.

Abstract: A system includes mooring lines arranged respectively in three to eight directions, and at least one of a plurality of offshore structures included in the offshore structure group is moored by locking the mooring lines in the respective directions with separate mooring bases, and at least one of the mooring bases locks the mooring lines which are connected respectively to three to eight of the offshore structures in the offshore structure group. With this configuration, even when part of the mooring lines mooring the offshore structures is broken or the mooring function of the mooring bases is lost, although the offshore structure moves, the offshore structure is kept being moored by the remaining mooring-line group, so that the offshore structure can be prevented from colliding with another offshore structure.

Abstract: A surfboard leash apparatus is disclosed. The surf leash apparatus includes a cuff for attaching to a limb of a surfer, the cuff having an inner surface, the inner surface of the cuff having a pattern of compressible grips disposed thereon. The surf leash further includes an attachment mechanism for attaching to a surfboard, and a leash cord connected between the cuff and the attachment mechanism. The leash cord includes an elastic fiber rope core having a predetermined amount of stretch, and an extruded thermoplastic urethane cord surrounding the elastic fiber rope core. The extruded thermoplastic urethane cord has an elasticity corresponding to the predetermined amount of stretch of the elastic fiber rope.

Abstract: The invention provides an encapsulated magnetically geared brushless electric marine propulsion system with the principle components arranged axially around the central shaft. The marine propulsion system includes: the brushless DC motor, comprised of the stator fixed to the central shaft and motor magnets fixed within the motor rotor coupled to the central shaft using precision ball bearings; the high-speed magnetic gear rotor coupled to the motor rotor comprising an alternating array of magnets fixed to a ferromagnetic backing; the environmental barrier which protects the motor and additionally houses pole pieces to modulate magnetic flux; the low-speed magnetic gear rotor coupled to the central shaft and comprised of an alternating array of magnets fixed to a ferromagnetic backing; the propeller coupled to the low-speed magnetic gear rotor; and the shroud coupled to the struts of the motor mounting system.

Abstract: A method of operating a power system in a marine vessel, which power system is operable with at least two operational modes, includes providing a restriction information map by assigning geographical areas with one or more predetermined operational restrictions set for the power system, comparing the location information of the vessel and the restriction information map, and in case the restriction information map includes one or more restrictions assigned to the current location, initiating an intensified supervision operation of the power system, during which data logging operation is initiated and maintained which comprises recording at predetermined interval at least current location information of the vessel, and a specification of used operational mode of the power system at the location and saving the recorded items in a memory media.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a propulsion control system (30) for controlling a marine vessel (10) comprising at least four propulsion units (20, 22, 24, 26). The marine vessel (10) comprises a longitudinal centre line (L) and a transversal line (T). The transversal line (T) extends in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal centre line (L) and also extends through the steering axis of the aftmost of the propulsion units. The marine vessel (10) comprises four quadrants (I, II, III, IV) defined by the longitudinal centre line (L) and the transversal line (T) wherein a first (I) and a second (II) quadrant are located on the same side of said longitudinal centre line (L). When a combined sway and yaw motion is desired, the thrust of one propulsion unit is directed towards the second (I) quadrant, and the thrust of the other propulsion units is directed towards the first (II) quadrant.

Abstract: A zone provided between the forward pressure bulkhead in an aircraft and the floor. The nose section of the aircraft in which the flat surface pressure bulkhead including at least one transverse frame comprises at least two rods, of which one of the front ends is attached to the bulkhead and/or the frame and the other rear end is attached to a structural element, the two rods further apart from the front to the rear, thus providing a work space. Therefore, the rods provide a more comfortable work area while picking up part of the loads from the bulkhead to the floor.

Abstract: Systems and methods for securing an emergency exit door on an armrest of a seat are provided. A system includes a latch connected to an armrest of a seat of a vehicle. The latch is moveable relative to the armrest between a stowed position and a deployed position. The latch is structured and arranged to engage an edge of a door that is associated with an exit of the vehicle to hold the door on the armrest.

Abstract: An aircraft windshield that improves pilot and co-pilot's perception of the outside world. The windshield includes a transparent panel held inside a structure of the aircraft, in which the upper part and the lower part are bridged so that the loads applied to the panel are (at least partially) diverted. Due to part of the loads applied on the panel being diverted, it is possible to provide a larger window panel than currently available that offers better visibility to the outside.

Abstract: An incombustible, non-telegraphing substrate for facing with a decorative aviation veneer is provided. The incombustible, non-telegraphing substrate comprises a backing layer comprising a polymer resin-impregnated paper and a fire-retardant chemical included in the backing layer and rendering the backing layer incombustible. An aviation panel and a method for installing the incombustible, non-telegraphing substrate in the aviation panel assembly are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device (12) for a non-streamlined propeller (6, 7) with blades (10) having variable pitch of a turbomachine (1), the device comprising a support (15) intended to support a blade (10) and including a cylindrical foot (17), a bearing comprising a radially internal annular section (20) and a radially external annular section (21) capable of pivoting with respect to each other, the foot (17) being mounted in said internal section (20) of the bearing. The device comprises a hub (27) mounted in the foot (17), said hub (27) including a rim (29) comprising a face (30) coming to bear on the radially internal annular section (20) of the bearing, the hub (27) and the foot (17) of the support (15) comprising complementary engagement elements (18, 28) interacting with a locking component (23).

Abstract: The rudder bar includes two actuation arrangements, each provided with two pedals, each actuation arrangement having a frame provided with two rails arranged on either side of said frame and being in the form of a concave curve, and, associated with each one of said rails, a movable carriage, each one of said movable carriages bearing one of said pedals, each one of said movable carriages being configured such that it can be moved on the associated rail, for a direction command, under an action exerted by at least one foot of a pilot on at least one of said pedals.

Abstract: An aircraft control comprises a mobile pedal and comprises a cylinder coupled to the pedal such that a displacement of the pedal according to at least a first direction reduces the volume of a first chamber of the cylinder. A control device comprises a fluid type bus system connecting two aircraft controls. Additionally, an aircraft is equipped with such a control device.