Abstract: The truck/trailer safety and/or fuel saving device which can reduce turbulence behind, moderating white out conditions and improve aerodynamics, saving fuel for the tractor/trailer owner operator. A truck/trailer safety and/or fuel saving device includes a cross frame, panel holder angles, panels, bearings, holder straps and bearing support brackets affixed together by fastener assemblies to a trailer frame.

Abstract: A vehicle has a roll axis, a pitch axis and a yaw axis and includes a tail portion and a beam fixed at the tail portion and extending according to the pitch axis, characterized by comprising at least two blades hinged to the beam around respective axes parallel to the pitch axis and defining respective faces, so that the blades are rotatable around the axes and selectively movable to a first configuration, in which the faces are arranged so as to be transversal, in use, to an aerodynamic flow of the vehicle along the roll axis, and to a second configuration, in which the faces are parallel to said aerodynamic flow and face one another.

Abstract: A wheel assembly is for a unitractor. The wheel assembly has a wheel, a static hub and an internal electrical motor. The wheel has a rim, a traction member arranged to the periphery of the rim and a plurality of magnets arranged to the inside of the rim. The hub has a stator having spherical windings. The wheel is rotatably connected to the hub via at least one bearing. At least one side panel extends from the rim and to the at least one bearing. At least one of an energy source and a controller for controlling the energy source is positioned in the hub. The hub is provided with a coupling member for an implement frame. A unitractor having the wheel assembly is also described.

Abstract: An autoslide trailer hitch having an adjustable wheel assembly is disclosed. An example trailer hitch disclosed herein includes a base fixedly couplable to a vehicle bed of a vehicle, the base including a rail, a carriage slidably coupled to the rail via at least one wheel assembly, the at least one wheel assembly including a first wheel to contact a top surface of the rail, and a second wheel to contact a bottom surface of the rail, and a head rotatably coupled to the carriage, the carriage to slide along the rail between a first position and a second position in response to rotation of the head.

Abstract: One variation of a system includes a kingpin including: a head; a base coupled to a proximal end of the trailer; a shank interposed between the head and the base; a first sensor configured to output signals representing lateral forces applied to the kingpin; and a second sensor configured to output signals representing longitudinal forces applied to the kingpin. The system further includes a controller configured to: access a first signal from the first sensor representing a lateral force applied to the kingpin; access a second signal from the second sensor representing a longitudinal force applied to the kingpin; calculate a direction and a magnitude of a force applied to the kingpin based on the first and second signals; and trigger a motor arranged on a distal end of the trailer to output a torque in the direction of the force and proportional to the magnitude of the force.

Abstract: One variation of a system includes a kingpin: arranged on a proximal end of the trailer; includes a sensor configured to output a signal representing lateral forces and longitudinal forces applied to the kingpin; and configured to couple to a tow vehicle. The system further includes an interface including a joystick and a kingpin interface configured to transfer forces, applied to the joystick, into the kingpin. The system also includes a controller configured to: access the signal from the sensor; based on the signal, calculate a magnitude of a force applied to the kingpin; calculate a first target speed of a first wheel of the trailer proportional to the magnitude; calculate a second target speed of a second wheel of the trailer proportional to the magnitude; and serve the first target speed and the second target speed to a drive system arranged on a distal end of the trailer.

Abstract: 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).

Abstract: A civilian tracked vehicle having a direction control device for manually controlling steering and travel direction functions of the tracked vehicle, and a control unit for controlling at least one operating function of the tracked vehicle. The direction control device and the control unit for the at least one operating function are integrated in a common operating device. The common operating device has an individual, manually actuable control column which can be displaced into a plurality of operating positions.

Abstract: A track system includes an attachment assembly including at least one of a first pivot defining a roll pivot axis, a second pivot defining a pitch pivot axis, and a third pivot defining a yaw pivot axis of the track system. A frame assembly is disposed laterally outwardly from the attachment assembly and connected to the attachment assembly. The track system further includes at least one actuator for pivoting the frame assembly about at least one of the roll and yaw pivot axes, and at least one monitoring for determining, at least indirectly, at least one of a state of the track system and a ground surface condition. The at least one monitoring sensor is communicating with a track system controller to control the operation of the at least one actuator based on the at least one of the state of the track system and the ground surface condition.

Abstract: One variation of a system includes a bogie including: a chassis; a first set of latches configured to transiently engage a first subset of engagement features, in a first array of engagement features on a left rail and in a second array of engagement features on a right rail of the trailer, to retain the bogie below a floor of the trailer; a driven axle suspended from the chassis; and a motor coupled to the driven axle and configured to output torque to the driven axle and regeneratively brake the driven axle. The system further includes a battery assembly: including a second set of latches configured to transiently engage a second subset of engagement features, in the first array of engagement features and in the second array of engagement features, to retain the battery assembly adjacent the bogie; and configured to receive electrical energy from the motor.

Abstract: A recreational off-highway vehicle includes side-by-side passenger and driver seats held within a chassis. The seats sit low in the chassis and are covered by a roll cage. Grab handles are positioned on the sides of the passenger seat. Select large round tubing protects the vehicle, while rectangular tubing frames the portions of the vehicle beneath body panels. The vehicle is powered by an engine rearward of the seats that is connected to a transaxle. A radiator is positioned above the engine. A cover with an access panel is situated between the engine and the passenger seats. The vehicle is suited for rough terrain travel.

Abstract: A battery frame is fixed to a chassis and a battery pack is assembled to the battery frame. The battery frame includes a pair of crossbars and a pair of side bars. The crossbars extend in the vehicle width direction while being spaced apart in the vehicle front-rear direction, and have both ends in the vehicle width direction fixed to the side members. The side bars extend in the vehicle front-rear direction while being spaced apart in the vehicle width direction, and have front ends and rear ends detachably fixed to the crossbars.

Abstract: A trailer system for providing transportability for a cavity cleaning and coating system may include a frame, a bed that is attached to the frame, a pair of ground engaging elements that are attached to the frame, and a lifting and reclining assembly that is attached to the frame that is configured to raise and lower the cavity cleaning system into position over a cavity.

Abstract: Disclosed are a system and method for managing a shared personal mobility device (SPM) capable of acquiring accurate location information of the SPM. The system for managing the SPM may include a dock configured to store SPMs, and an SPM management server configured to receive, from the dock and using an LPWA protocol, state information associated with the doc. The state information may include coordinates of the dock. The SPM management server may be further configured to receive location information associated with a returned SPM, and update, based on the coordinates of the dock, the location information associated with the returned SPM.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for user authentication and theft detection using a smart helmet, and the smart helmet is equipped with multiple user authentication means, and the motorcycle may transition to the key-on state only when all these authentication means are successfully verified, allowing for the authentication of authorized users for motorcycle operation and preventing theft of the motorcycle. Furthermore, by equipping the smart helmet with a means to detect the user's body temperature and transitioning the motorcycle to the ignition state only when the measured body temperature is above a predetermined temperature, it is possible to restrict the operation of the motorcycle for users who are not wearing the helmet, encouraging users to comply with traffic regulations.

Abstract: A telescopic mechanism includes a top tube, a bottom tube, a supporting tube, at least one stroke tube, at least one first positioning tube, at least one second positioning tube, and a control assembly. The bottom tube is slidably disposed around the top tube. The supporting tube is disposed in the top tube. The at least one first positioning tube and the at least one second positioning tube are disposed in the top tube. The control assembly is connected to the bottom tube and has a positioning base. The positioning base is movably disposed in the at least one stroke tube, the at least one first positioning tube, and the at least one second positioning tube. When the positioning base is fastened with the at least one first positioning tube, the top tube is moved toward a first direction relative to the bottom tube to form a first length.

Abstract: A holder system for a bicycle fork for fastening pieces of luggage on a bicycle fork includes a holder means 14. The holder means 14 for pieces of luggage can be connected to a fork leg 10. Beside an in particular clamping connection by means of clamping elements 26, a connecting element 20, 22 for a positive connection of the holder means 14 to the fork leg 10 is provided.

Abstract: A bike bag includes a first storage compartment including a first rigid outer surface, the first storage compartment configured to be selectively closable. The bike bag further includes a second storage compartment including a second rigid outer surface, the second storage compartment separated from the first storage compartment by a divider. The second storage compartment is also configured to be selectively closable independently of the first storage compartment. The bike bag further includes an attachment system. The attachment system includes a first attachment member disposed at a first side of the bike bag and a second attachment member disposed at a second side of the bike bag (adjacent to the first side of the bike bag). The bike bag is selectively couplable, using the first attachment member and the second attachment member, to at least a top tube or a saddle of a bike.

Abstract: The invention disclosed comprises multifunctional, mobile, stackable storage container that features an internal lockable storage area and an external surface area. The device is capable of mounting safely and securely to a beach umbrella, chair, or outdoor fixture; it is further able to securely connect to variety of wheeled vehicles including bikes or wheelchairs. In a preferred embodiment, the invention additionally comprises solar charging and battery storage capability for providing power to a cell phone, a speaker system, and can include other features such as lights, one or more charging ports and outlets, cup holders, Bluetooth or auxiliary powered speakers, and a rechargeable battery backup.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a saddle-riding type vehicle (1) comprising a frame (2) extending mainly along a longitudinal direction (L) and comprising a front portion (2A), a central portion (2B) and a rear portion (2C). The vehicle comprises a powertrain connected to the frame (2) and comprising at least one electric motor (11) operatively connected to at least one driving wheel (9). The vehicle also comprises an electrical power supply assembly suitable for powering said electric motor (11) so as to allow the traction of the vehicle (1) and comprising at least one first pair of batteries (12, 12?) arranged on opposite sides with respect to a longitudinal center plane (a) of the vehicle (1), orthogonal to the axis of rotation of said at least one driving wheel (9).

Abstract: A bicycle and scooter hybrid is provided. A bicycle and scooter hybrid including a front wheel and a rear wheel separated by a frame. The frame containing a front frame member fused to a top first connection frame member and a lower first connection frame member at a rear midpoint. A middle frame member fused to a top second connection frame member at an upper rear midpoint, a lower second connection frame member fused at a lower rear midpoint, the top first connection frame member fused at an upper front midpoint and the lower first connection frame member fused at a lower front midpoint. A handle fused to a top of the front frame member. A carrier fused to a top of the middle frame member for providing a resting surface and a footrest affixed to a base of the middle frame member.

Abstract: An electric kick scooter, of a type uncommonly stable and easy-to-handle, comprising two back wheels supported by a tilting cross member; and an intermediate support hinged to the frame through a first hinge with a first hinging axis (X) parallel to a rotation axis (Z) of the back wheels; the tilting cross member being hinged to the intermediate support through a second hinge with second hinging axis (Y) orthogonal to the rotation axis (Z) of the back wheels, the first and/or the second hinge being made as a fixed profile introduced in a hollow profile with interposition of elastic blocks.

Abstract: Systems and methods for generating a virtual torque for an electric motor of a motorcycle. One method includes detecting a position of a drive torque control included in the motorcycle, detecting a position of a regenerative brake control included in the motorcycle, mapping the detected position of the drive torque control to a requested driving torque, mapping the position of the regenerative brake control to a requested braking torque, determining, with an electronic control unit, a torque command based on the requested driving torque and the requested torque, and transmitting the torque command to an electric motor included in the motorcycle.

Abstract: A bicycle comprising a frame supported on front and rear wheels. A left wheel support includes a left hole and a left slot extending through the left wheel support to cooperatively form a left keyhole through the left wheel support. A right wheel support includes a right hole and a right slot extending through the right wheel support to cooperatively form a right keyhole through the right wheel support. A left spacer may be removably positioned in the left keyhole and include a left axle hole with a drive flat and a left torque arm positioned in the left slot. A right spacer may be removably positioned in the left keyhole and include a right axle hole with a drive flat and a right torque arm positioned in the right slot. A method is also disclosed for converting a bicycle having a first wheel type to a bicycle having a second wheel type.

Abstract: A mid-control system for a motor vehicle having a transmission and a primary cover opposite said transmission, said mid-control system with a first mid-control device connected to the transmission, the first mid-control device including a first footrest engaged with a first actuator pedal, said first actuator pedal connected to at least one fluid reservoir containing a fluid and a second mid-control device connected to the primary cover, the second mid-control device including a pivot shaft, a second footrest engaged with a second actuator pedal and a cover plate;

Abstract: A rear sprocket comprises a sprocket body, a plurality of sprocket teeth, a plurality of spline teeth, a maximum spline distance, and a radial tooth-bottom distance. Each of the plurality of spline teeth has a spline crest. The maximum spline distance is defined from the rotational center axis to the spline crest. The radial tooth-bottom distance is defined from a rotational center axis to one of plurality of tooth bottom center points. The maximum spline distance is larger than the radial tooth-bottom distance. The spline crest of each of the plurality of spline teeth is positioned radially inwardly from the tooth outline of each of the plurality of sprocket teeth in the radial direction.

Abstract: A bicycle sprocket for a sprocket cassette comprises a sprocket main body which extends about a virtual sprocket axis about which the sprocket is rotatable during intended operation on a bicycle. In the case of a single release tooth being formed, a release-side stabilizing tooth is arranged in the circumferential region of extent of an upshift recess formation. The release-side stabilizing tooth has an inner tooth contact surface which has a greater axial spacing to an axial reference position than an inner tooth contact surface of the reference tooth. Additionally, or alternatively, in the case of a single catch tooth being formed, a receiving-side stabilizing tooth is arranged in the circumferential region of extent of a downshift recess formation. The receiving-side stabilizing tooth has an inner tooth contact surface which has a greater axial spacing to the axial reference position than the inner tooth contact surface of the reference tooth.

Abstract: A bicycle rear sprocket comprises a sprocket body, a plurality of sprocket teeth, an opening, and a torque-transmitting structure. The plurality of sprocket teeth extends radially outwardly from the sprocket body with respect to a rotational center axis of the bicycle rear sprocket. The opening has a minimum diameter that is smaller than a minimum outer diameter of a sprocket support body of a bicycle rear hub assembly. The torque-transmitting structure includes at least ten torque-transmitting teeth configured to directly or indirectly transmit a pedaling torque to the sprocket support body of the bicycle rear hub assembly.

Abstract: An electric power unit includes: an electric motor; a motor shaft disposed in the electric motor; an output shaft that outputs power of the electric power unit; a power transmission mechanism that is connected to the motor shaft and the output shaft and transmits power of the motor shaft to the output shaft; and a torsion damper disposed in the power transmission mechanism.

Abstract: An electric snowmobile, has: a frame; a drive track assembly having a drive track and a sprocket; an electric motor mounted to the frame; and a transmission mounted to the frame, the transmission drivingly engaging the electric motor to the drive track, the transmission having an input drivingly engaged by the electric motor and an output drivingly engaging the sprocket, the transmission having a speed ratio defined as a rotational speed of the input to a rotational speed of the output, and wherein one or more of: a rotor-to-sprocket ratio ranging from 0.65 to 1.30, a rotor-to-transmission ratio ranging from 52 mm to 180 mm, a stator-to-sprocket ratio ranging from 0.20 to 0.58, and a rotor size-to-sprocket ratio ranging from 25 mm to 105 mm.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure describe a snow vehicle including an engine mounted on a frame, a drive track in contact with the frame, a drive train operatively interconnecting the engine with the drive track for delivering propulsive power to the drive track, a fork connected to the frame, one or more skis connected to the fork, a drop fork component positioned between a fork and handlebars, and an exhaust system. The drive train includes a continuously variable transmission (CVT) positioned within a CVT housing.

Abstract: Catamaran boat hulls are described having sponsons, an underside tunnel surface between sponsons, two longitudinal steps disposed across each sponson's keel, and two transverse steps disposed lengthwise on opposing sides of each sponson's keel. The longitudinal steps for a sponson have a profile with a curved longitudinal step portion on the opposing outer edges with an outer edge portion of that curved longitudinal step portion being further away from the sponson's aft section, and an inward step edge offset where each of the two longitudinal steps meets a hull side of the sponson. The transverse steps help define variable deadrise inner lifting pad running portion with a lower deadrise aft transitioning to a higher deadrise forward. Spray rails protruding off the aft end of an underside wave spitter and away from the boat hull's centerline help manage undesired spray and use of radiused chines enhances lift and landing performance.

Abstract: A temporary hatch insert facilitating void space servicing wherein the hatch insert is sized to be received in a given hatch opening and will support a person walking across the insert in the hatch opening, and wherein the hatch insert includes a plurality of openings for venting or ventilation of the void space during servicing of the same. A fan or blower mount may be secured below the hatch insert to facilitate venting of the void space.

Abstract: In a general aspect, an anchor includes a tubular body that is formed at least in part of cementitious material and has open and closed ends. The anchor also includes a pad eye coupled to the tubular body and configured to couple to a mooring line. The tubular body includes a base wall, a perimeter wall, and a shear key. The base wall defines the closed end of the tubular body and has first and second surfaces on opposite sides of the base wall. The perimeter wall extends from the first surface of the base wall to the open end of the tubular body, and the shear key extends from the second surface of the base wall. The shear key is configured to penetrate an underwater floor and resist a lateral displacement of the anchor along the underwater floor when penetrated therein.

Abstract: There is disclosed a mooring, marine, subsea, underwater or offshore connector (5) comprising: a first portion (10); a second portion (15); and an arrangement (20) for releasably locking the first portion (10) and the second portion (15), wherein the releasable lock arrangement (20) comprises at least one movable lock member (25) which is biased towards a first position. The/each lock member (25) is movable against the action of a biasing arrangement (20) by insertion of the first portion (10) into the second portion (15) and/or by removal of the first portion (10) from the second portion (15). The connector (5) comprises an arrangement for rotating the first portion (10) relative to the second portion (15) when the first portion (10) is inserted into and/or withdrawn from the second portion (15).

Abstract: Marine transfer apparatus for transferring a load (12) between a vessel (20) and an offshore structure (1). A coupling part (4) is mounted to an elevated mounting point. A climbing part (8) comprising a climbing line (8a) and a locking member (10) fixed to one end of the climbing line (8a) is provided. The climbing line (8a) is feedable through the coupling part (4) until the locking member (10) locks against the coupling part (4) for forming a loadbearing connection. A drag line (5) is feedably connected to the coupling part (4) and includes a fastener (7) for attaching the climbing line (8a) for dragging it through the coupling part (4).

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses an apparatus to move a watercraft from one location to another. The apparatus may include a first tire and a second tire, and a first leg and a second leg. Each leg may include a proximal end and a distal end. The first and second legs may be attached to the first and second tires via respective distal ends. The apparatus may further include a first bracket and a second bracket configured to receive the proximal ends of respective first and second legs. The apparatus further includes a first indexing plate and a second indexing plate which are attached to the first bracket and the second bracket. Further, the apparatus includes first and second pull assemblies configured to engage or disengage with the respective first indexing plate and the second indexing plate to move the apparatus between a stow position and transport position.

Abstract: A gyroscopic boat roll stabilizer for a boat comprises a gimbal, having a gimbal axis, an enclosure mounted to the gimbal and configured to precess about a gimbal axis, a flywheel assembly rotatably mounted inside the enclosure for generating a torque that is applied to counter a rolling motion of the boat, and a braking system for controlling precession of the enclosure.

Abstract: A system for presenting environment alerts for a watercraft is provided. The system includes a display, a processor, and a memory having computer program code. The computer program code is configured to, when executed, cause the processor to receive position data for the watercraft including a current watercraft position, receive environment data, determine a status of the watercraft at the current watercraft position, perform an analysis of the position data, the environment data, and the status of the watercraft, determine a notification based on the analysis, and cause presentation of the notification on the display. The notification is related to the environment data or the status of the watercraft at the current watercraft position.

Abstract: Water buoys sense water characteristics and wirelessly transfer the water characteristics for delivery to a computer system. The computer system receives the water characteristics wirelessly transferred by the water buoys. The computer system receives a location and a user water condition preference transferred by a user communication device. The computer system processes the water characteristics, the location, and the user water condition preference, and in response, generates and transfers water condition information for the location for delivery to the user communication device.

Abstract: A water buoy data system stabilizes an offshore vessel. Water buoys sense wind characteristics and water characteristics at a location of the vessel. The water buoys wirelessly transfer data messages that indicate the wind characteristics and water characteristics at the location of the vessel for delivery to a computer system. The computer system receives the data messages wirelessly transferred by the water buoys that indicate the wind characteristics and the water characteristics at the location of the vessel. The computer system determines wave forces based on the wind characteristics and the water characteristics at the location of the vessel. The computer system indicates the wave forces to control vessel engine thrusters to counter the wave forces and stabilize the vessel.

Abstract: A boat support elevator is presented. The boat support elevator comprises a frame and a plurality of ballasts secured to the frame; each ballast being connected with a tube for managing air volume in each ballast. Also presented a ballast system comprising an air pump, and a plurality of ballasts each secured fluidly connected to the pump through a pressuring port, and comprising a drain port for water to enter and exit the ballasts. According to one aspect, some ballasts are connected to the air pump through a connection to another ballast. Also presented a ballast comprising a top protrusion and a bottom protrusion for minimizing undesired restrained air and water.

Abstract: Apparatus and associated methods relate to a pop-up vest, illustratively implemented as a flotation apparel item comprising a water sport apparel item, an inflatable Personal Flotation Device (PFD) configured in the water sport apparel item, and an inflation trigger configured to inflate the PFD. The water sport apparel item may comprise a shirt, t-shirt, wetsuit or rash guard. The water sport apparel item may be adapted to retain the PFD between an outer apparel item layer and a base apparel item layer sewn together. The inflation trigger may be a pull tab configured to inflate the PFD when desired. The inflation trigger may be a sensor configured to automatically inflate the PFD when the sensor is wet. An exemplary pop-up vest implementation may be configured with a water activated light to improve visibility. Some pop-up vest designs may comprise a whistle permitting the user to raise awareness of their location.

Abstract: A cable steering and actuation assembly includes a steering input device. The assembly also includes a first cable operatively coupled to the steering input device. The assembly further includes a second cable operatively coupled to the steering input device. The assembly yet further includes a pulley, wherein the first cable surrounds a portion of the pulley. The assembly also includes an output connector assembly operatively coupled to the first cable and the second cable, wherein a steering input by the steering input device in a first direction results in the first cable being in tension and adjusting the position of the output connector assembly, wherein a steering input by the steering input device in a second direction results in the second cable being in tension and adjusting the position of the output connector assembly.

Abstract: An outboard motor includes a lower portion including a propeller shaft, an upper portion including a drive source to provide a rotational force to rotate the propeller shaft, and a support portion to rotatably support the lower portion relative to the upper portion about a steering shaft and rotate integrally with the lower portion. The upper portion includes a water pump assembly to suck up water from the lower portion through the support portion and supply the water to the drive source. When viewed along a shaft line direction of the steering shaft, the water pump assembly overlaps the lower portion at a first rotation position of the lower portion with respect to the upper portion, and at least a portion of the water pump assembly does not overlap the lower portion at a second rotation position of the lower portion with respect to the upper portion.

Abstract: An outboard motor includes a lower portion including a propeller shaft, an upper portion including a drive source to provide a rotational force to rotate the propeller shaft, a support portion to rotatably support the lower portion relative to the upper portion about a steering shaft and rotate integrally with the lower portion, a water pump assembly in the upper portion to supply water to the drive source, and a water inlet including a first filter in the lower portion to take in external water. A water channel extends from the water inlet to the water pump assembly, and a seal is between a fixed portion fixed with respect to the upper portion and the support portion. A second filter, which has a mesh size smaller than a mesh size of the first filter, is in the water channel upstream of the seal and downstream of the water inlet.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a method for operating an internal combustion engine of a watercraft, in particular on inland waters, in which (i) in an electrolysis unit for the production of hydrogen, water is split into hydrogen and oxygen, (ii) a carbon dioxide sorption unit extracts carbon dioxide from the ambient air, (iii) the hydrogen and the carbon dioxide are fed to a methanol synthesis unit for the production of methanol, and are synthesized therein to methanol, (iv) a photovoltaic unit absorbs solar energy and converts it into electrical energy. The electrolysis unit, the carbon dioxide sorption unit and the methanol synthesis unit are powered by the electrical energy generated in the photovoltaic unit. The methanol produced is transported by means of a distributor system to at least one tank of the watercraft, and is fed from the tank as required to the internal combustion engine, and therein is combusted to generate mechanical energy.

Abstract: A safety system for a boat, watercraft or other vehicle includes a kill switch connected to the motor for preventing the motor from running under dangerous circumstances. The system includes at least one proximity sensor operatively connected to the kill switch, so that the motor only runs when the proximity sensor detects a person properly positioned at the captain's console. Other sensors may form an array to communicate with the kill switch, either hard-wired together or wirelessly, upon detection of dangerous situations, including proximity sensors to detect if a swimmer is near the propeller or if the captain is not in position at the helm, gate sensors to detect when gates on the boat are in an open position, and ladder sensors to detect when a ladder is in a down position. The system may also include at least one rear facing camera operatively connected to a console-mounted video screen.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure are directed to a method for refueling an electric vehicle, the method comprising: detecting, by one or more sensors, a lock signal as a function of installing a battery pack into the electric vehicle; and enabling the battery pack, in response to installing the battery pack, wherein enabling the battery pack comprises a contactor. Aspects of the present disclosure may also be direct to a system for refueling an electric vehicle.

Abstract: A steering system (1) is employed in a ship to which left and right propulsors (2L, 2R) are attached. The steering system (1) includes a first input device (11) configured to receive an input of any one of a forward thrust parameter and a reverse thrust parameter of the propulsors, a second input device (15) configured to receive an input of the other of the forward thrust parameter and the reverse thrust parameter of the propulsors, and a controller (17) configured to reflect the forward thrust parameter and the reverse thrust parameter to the propulsors in real time. In the steering system, the first input device and the second input device receive the inputs in parallel when a steering pattern for a ship is set.