Abstract: Embodiments of collapsible wheels and methods of making collapsible wheels are generally described herein. Other embodiments may be described and claimed.

Abstract: A safety hub against tire burst includes a hub body. The hub body includes an outer annular surface, a first side surface and a second side surface. The first side surface and the second side surface are oppositely arranged on two sides of the outer annular surface. The two sides of the outer annular surface are oppositely provided with a first wheel flange and a second wheel flange. A tire mounting seat is formed between the first wheel flange and the second wheel flange, and an anti-detachment collar is provided on the tire mounting seat. The anti-detachment collar is an annular protruding ring arranged along the outer annular surface. The anti-detachment collar is concentric with the outer annular surface. A surface of the anti-detachment collar is provided with a toothed structure which includes multiple protruding teeth and gullets. The protruding teeth and the gullets are alternately arranged.

Abstract: Provided are: a sensor holder that can prevent influence on the performance of encoder reading by a sensor; and the like. A sensor holder 12 is provided with: a cap part 121 that is fitted into an outer ring 2 so as to cover an inner-side opening 2a of the outer ring 2; a sensor support part 122 that, at a portion of the cap part 121 opposing a magnetic encoder 11, protrudes from the cap part 121 toward one side in the axial direction, and supports a rotation speed sensor 13 for detecting displacement of the magnetic encoder 11; and a nut holding part 123 that protrudes from the cap part 121 toward the one side in the axial direction and holds a nut 124 for securing the rotation speed sensor 13 onto the cap part 121. The sensor support part 122 and the nut holding part 123 are formed separately, and one axial end surface 124a of the nut 124 held by the nut holding part 123 protrudes further toward the one side in the axial direction than one axial end surface 122c of the sensor support part 122.

Abstract: The invention provides rubber compositions comprising: a diene rubber component; and a filler system, wherein the filler system comprises: a first silica which is surface-functionalised by the introduction of one of more functional groups and has a BET specific surface area of from 250 to 310 m2/g and a CTAB specific surface area of from 230 to 285 m2/g; and a second silica which is not surface-functionalised and has a BET specific surface area of from 60 to 120 m2/g and a CTAB specific surface area of from 55 to 105 m2/g. The rubber compositions are particularly suitable for use in the production of tire components, in particular tire treads.

Abstract: A non-pneumatic tire includes a ring, a circumferential tread disposed about the ring, and a plurality of support structures extending downwards from the ring. An end of each support structure includes an axially extending member, and each support structure includes a reinforcement layer extending along a length of the support structure and wrapping around the axially extending member.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a coating and a frame for wheels. The coating has a hollow cylindrical configuration and extends radially between inner and outer portions. The outer portion acts as a tread element and confers the ability to maintain, in use, contact with the ground, to such coating. The inner portion defines a plurality of engagement elements. The frame comprises a hub, a crown and a supporting element which operates in connection between the hub and the crown. The crown is arranged peripherally with respect to the hub and acts as a support element for the coating when the coating is applied to the frame so as to externally encircle the crown. The crown defines a plurality of engagement elements. The engagement elements of the coating and the crown create an interference-type coupling between the coating and the frame, generating forces in the tangential direction.

Abstract: A tire has a tread portion including a block row including a plurality of blocks separated by a plurality of axial grooves. Each of the blocks is provided with one circumferential sipe extending in the tire circumferential direction so as to communicate with at least one of the axial grooves. The circumferential sipe includes at least one bent portion bent locally. At least one of edges of the circumferential sipe is provided with a chamfered portion.

Abstract: A first block including a pair of block circumferential groove surfaces including a first notch, and a pair of block axial groove surfaces. Each of the pair of block axial groove surfaces includes a first straight block end, a second straight block end, and a third straight block end. The first block includes a first thin groove connecting the first notches of the pair of block circumferential groove surfaces. The first thin groove including a first straight portion, a second straight portion, and a third straight portion. The first straight portion is disposed on a first bisector that bisects an area between the first straight block ends. The second straight portion is disposed on a second bisector that bisects an area between the second straight block ends. The third straight portion is disposed on a third bisector that bisects an area between the third straight block ends.

Abstract: The tire includes a tread portion whose position when mounted on a vehicle is specified. The tread portion includes a first tread edge, a second tread edge, a plurality of circumferential grooves, and five land regions. The circumferential grooves include a first shoulder circumferential groove, a first crown circumferential groove, a second shoulder circumferential groove, and a second crown circumferential groove. The second shoulder circumferential groove has groove walls each configured as a zigzag surface. The second crown circumferential groove has groove walls each configured as a flat surface. Each of the groove walls of the second shoulder circumferential groove includes first surfaces and second surfaces arranged alternately. Each of the groove walls of the second shoulder circumferential groove includes has 2 to 4 first surfaces between each two of axial grooves adjacent to each other in a tire circumferential direction.

Abstract: A pneumatic tire of the present disclosure includes a plurality of main grooves extending along a tire circumferential direction, wherein the plurality of main grooves include at least one zigzag main groove extending in a zigzag shape along the tire circumferential direction, the zigzag main groove includes a plurality of protrusions protruding from a bottom surface of the zigzag main groove, and a plurality of connection portions connecting the plurality of protrusions to a wall surface of the zigzag main groove, and the plurality of protrusions are arranged so as to overlap with each other as viewed in the tire circumferential direction.

Abstract: A tire includes a pair of sidewalls extending from a respective bead area to a tread. The tread is formed with a plurality of tread elements and a radially outer surface, and a chamber is formed in one of the tread elements. A sensor unit is mounted to the tire and includes a pair of electrical contacts. The polymer plug includes a wire disposed in the chamber. The wire includes proximal ends and a distal end near a radially outer surface of the tread. A liquid polymer is injected into the chamber and cured. An electrical circuit is formed by each proximal end of the wire electrically contacts a respective one of the sensor unit electrical contacts. When the tread element wears down to the distal end of the wire, the wire and the circuit break. A notice is transmitted by the sensor unit when the circuit breaks.

Abstract: All tire systems, including tire systems that include self-inflating devices, need to have the ability to regularly and reliably monitor and report vehicle and tire conditions for safety reasons. For a self-inflating tire, this can be accomplished by monitoring the operation of the self-inflation system, and assessing if it is consistent with a tire in good condition.

Abstract: A system for detecting liquid inside a wheel that includes a tire pressure valve, a power source, a circuit, and an indicator. The valve includes a stem, a valve mechanism, and one electrode with a first end segment with a first end and a second end segment with a second end of the electrode. The tire valve is fixed to the rim where the ends are positioned outside the rim and the central part is positioned between the rim and the inner side of the tire. The ends are connected to the power source and to the circuit that outputs a signal that reflects resistance between the ends that its magnitude is changed where no liquid covers the central part and where liquid covers a part of the central part. This magnitude indicates presence of liquid and the level of liquid inside the tire.

Abstract: A small tire changing device designed to easily change a small tire to enhance the efficiency for competitive go-karts, lawn mowers, tractors, and/or small vehicles. The device features a durable base, square steel tubing, and an integrated small tire changing portion. A tire bead breaker unit, equipped with an ergonomic handle and a specialized C-shaped or curvilinear bead breaker component is used for breaking the bead of a tire off the rim. The tire changing portion provides a platform for tire manipulation, and the device includes a convenient storage solution for an included pry bar. The device provides all the necessary tools for changing a small tire and does not require a user to bend or sit on their knees during the tire changing process.

Abstract: A device for connecting to a load to be moved, the device including: a main body having a connection formation for engaging with a corresponding formation provided on a load moving apparatus: a connection assembly for connecting the main body to a part of the load to be moved, including: first and second engagement members for engaging with respective portions of the part of the load to be moved, an adjustment member connecting the first engagement member to the main body and providing for adjustment of the position of the first engagement member relative to the main body, a further adjustment member connecting the second engagement member to the main body and providing for adjustment of the position of the second engagement member relative to the main body.

Abstract: A hitch system for vehicles and trucks designed to be easy to install and that can accommodate the attachment of various vehicle and truck accessories. A hitch extender that is configured to be used with standard vehicle and truck hitches. A hitch system and a hitch extender which may be entirely manually powered, manually powered and free of all motors and electrical components, may be operated by a powered device, may include a motor, or may be operated manually with a powered assist.

Abstract: A hitch system for vehicles and trucks designed to be easy to install and that can accommodate the attachment of various vehicle and truck accessories. A hitch extender that is configured to be used with standard vehicle and truck hitches. A hitch system and a hitch extender which may be entirely manually powered, manually powered and free of all motors and electrical components, may be operated by a powered device, may include a motor, or may be operated manually with a powered assist.

Abstract: A hitch system for vehicles and trucks designed to be easy to install and that can accommodate the attachment of various vehicle and truck accessories. A hitch extender that is configured to be used with standard vehicle and truck hitches. A hitch system and a hitch extender which may be entirely manually powered, manually powered and free of all motors and electrical components, may be operated by a powered device, may include a motor, or may be operated manually with a powered assist.

Abstract: A hitch system for vehicles and trucks designed to be easy to install and that can accommodate the attachment of various vehicle and truck accessories. A hitch extender that is configured to be used with standard vehicle and truck hitches. A hitch system and a hitch extender which may be entirely manually powered, manually powered and free of all motors and electrical components, may be operated by a powered device, may include a motor, or may be operated manually with a powered assist.

Abstract: A processing machine for track processing includes a carrier, a displacement mechanism disposed at the carrier, at least one processing unit disposed at the carrier for processing a track and at least one handle for manually guiding the processing machine. The displacement mechanism includes at least one rail-ground displacement unit for displacing the processing machine on a rail and on the ground. The processing machine enables simple, flexible, operator-friendly and efficient track processing. A method for track processing is also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to an electromagnetic shock absorber (ESA) with a shock absorbing unit having a rotor coupled with a conductive disc or drum, the system providing one or more transversely oriented magnetic fields by the shock absorbing unit generating eddy currents in the conductive disc or drum and exerting a Lorentz force opposite to the velocity of the conductive disc or drum; the rotor characterised by being in a conductive contact with an electric control circuit. The shock absorbing unit can be a double-acting unit, it can contain a magnetic element. It can provide translationally rotational movement. The ESA can be couplable or coupled with different moving means, with different vehicles. It can be fabricated from different materials. The ESA can be couplable or coupled with different mechanocomponents and/or electrocomponents. A method is proposed for operating the ESA to provide a shock absorbing effect and/or a propulsion effect.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a suspension system having a first damper, a second damper, and a controller. The dampers include housings and pistons sealingly interfaced with an inner diameter of the housing, dividing the damper into a first and second chamber. The suspension system includes proportional variable relief valves which control pressure of fluid entering or exiting one of the first and second chamber of one of the first and second damper. The controller controls the valves to control extension or compression of the first damper and extension or compression of the second damper based on a degree of roll of the vehicle during a turn of the vehicle or a degree of pitch of the vehicle during acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle. The first and second damper control a roll and pitch of the vehicle. The valves control a damping rate of one of the first and second damper.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a control system (49) for controlling a target ride height of a vehicle (1). The control system (49) is configured to set a target off-road ride height (hOFF) in dependence on one or more vehicle operating parameters. The target off-road ride height (hOFF) is set upon receipt of a driving mode signal signalling that an off-road driving mode has been selected. Aspects of the present invention also relate to a vehicle and a method of controlling a target ride height of a vehicle.

Abstract: A temperature control system for a vehicle includes a refrigeration cycle circuit and a cooling water circuit. The refrigeration cycle circuit includes a compressor, a radiator, and a first heat exchanger that exchanges heat between refrigerant and cooling water. The cooling water circuit includes a first cooling water circuit including the first heat exchanger, a storage battery heat exchanger, and a first pump; a second cooling water circuit including an external heat exchanger, a drive system heat exchanger that exchanges heat with a drive system component, and a second pump; a first thermal coupler that switches the cooling water circulating through the first cooling water circuit and the cooling water circulating through the second cooling water circuit between thermal coupling and separation; and a bypass circuit that includes an on-off valve connected to upstream and downstream of the external heat exchanger, provided in parallel with the first cooling water circuit.

Abstract: An aerodynamic vehicle includes an aerodynamic heat exchanger formed as one or more body panels disposed along an outer surface of the vehicle having one or more fluidic chambers or micro-channels. The aerodynamic heat exchanger is adapted to provide effective and highly efficient heat transfer, and also to provide substantially reduced or negligible contribution to the aerodynamic drag. The aerodynamic heat exchanger may provide adequate heat rejection capacity throughout vehicle operating conditions that advantageously results in increased fuel economy and overall vehicle performance.

Abstract: A ventilation device for a ventilation, heating, and/or air-conditioning system of a vehicle is disclosed. The ventilation device includes at least one housing that includes at least one housing that includes at least one wall contributing to the definition of an inner volume in which at least one radial propeller and one guide member are received. The radial propeller is configured to be rotated about an axis of rotation. The radial propeller includes a plurality of blades, each of which is at least delimited by a first axial end and a second axial end. The guide member includes a plurality of vanes delimited at least by a leading and trailing edge. The radial propeller and guide member are configured to force the circulation of an air flow through the housing along the axis of rotation between an air inlet opening and an air outlet opening.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for providing energy consumption feedback for powering a transport climate control system using external data. This can include determining whether an energy level of an energy storage source is greater than an expected energy consumption of a transport climate control system during a route, based on route parameters and route conditions. The route conditions may be obtained from a source such as a remote server, and include data such as weather data, traffic data, or the like. The systems and methods may further compare current energy levels to an updated predictions of energy consumption during transit to determine if the energy level is sufficient to complete the route and alert the user when the energy level is insufficient to complete the route.

Abstract: A method monitors a passenger compartment of a vehicle for transporting passengers with respect to heat stress that occurs to passengers. The method includes the steps of: a) calculating an estimated value for the WBGT index in the passenger compartment on the basis of measured values which are signaled to an evaluation unit by a sensor arrangement, and b) signaling a dangerous heat stress level for the passengers on the basis of calculations and monitoring of the WBGT index.

Abstract: The fluid heating device comprises: a housing forming a first space in which a fluid is introduced and heated, and a second space separated from the first space by a partition wall formed therein; a heater that extends from an outside of the housing into the first space to form a path through which the fluid flows into the first space and heats the fluid; a plate provided on the partition wall between the first space and the second space to be close to the heater; and an overheating prevention unit provided on a side of the plate facing the second space and blocking power provided to the heater when heat applied from the heater reaches a preset range.

Abstract: The present embodiments refer to a ventilation unit, in particular for recreational vehicles like campers, caravans or mobile homes. The ventilation unit comprises an air intake arrangement configured to define an intake air flow path from the environment of a confined space into the confined space in an installed state of the ventilation unit. The ventilation unit further comprises an air exhaust arrangement configured to define an exhaust air flow path from the confined space to the environment of the confined space in an installed state of the ventilation unit. According to the present embodiments, the ventilation unit comprises a heat transfer unit configured to conduct a passive heat transfer between intake air within the intake air flow path and exhaust air within the exhaust air flow path. Furthermore, the present embodiments refer to a recreational vehicle like a camper, caravan or mobile home comprising such a ventilation unit.

Abstract: A cabin air control system comprises an upper housing including a first end and an opposite second end, and a lower housing including a first end, an opposite second end, an air inlet passage with an inlet opening at the first end of the lower housing, and a regeneration air chamber communicating with the air inlet passage via a regeneration air port. The system further includes a single adsorption unit configured to adsorb moisture and/or carbon dioxide, a heater disposed in the regeneration air chamber, the heater being configured to heat air before being delivered to the adsorption unit, and the heated air being used to regenerate the adsorption unit, and a flap control assembly configured to switch between an adsorption mode and a regeneration mode.

Abstract: An interior component for an air vent of a vehicle. The interior component being designed as a grid element for covering a vent opening in the air vent and having at least one grid strut that is designed to extend across a vent opening in the air vent, the grid element being made of plastic. It is provided that the grid element has a one-piece design and is made of a fiber-reinforced plastic, and has a coating that overlays the plastic at least on a visible side of the grid element.

Abstract: An air register including a blade member including a plurality of vertical blades and a side wall defining a rear opening, and a shutter rotatably coupled to the blade member, wherein rotation of the blade member in a rotation direction from a center state causes the shutter to rotate in the rotation direction and at least partially overlap the rear opening of the blade member, a rate of rotation of the shutter as the shutter rotates in the rotation direction is greater than a rate of rotation of the blade member as the blade member rotates in the rotation direction.

Abstract: This panel structure for an automobile (10) includes: an outer panel member (1) having a sheet shape; a resin member (2) that is disposed on an inner surface of the outer panel member (1); and an adhesive portion (3) that bonds the outer panel member (1) and the resin member (2), in which the outer panel member (1) includes a base metal (12) and a coating film (14) provided on the base metal (12), the base metal (12) has a sheet thickness of 0.3 mm to 0.5 mm, the resin member (2) has a bending rigidity of 0.3×106 N·mm2 or more, and the adhesive portion (3) contains a cured material of a room-temperature curing adhesive.

Abstract: An automotive canopy door includes an external panel having a first side and a second side; an internal panel having a first side and a second side, wherein the first side of the internal panel is coupled to the second side of the external panel; and a removable panel having first side and a second side, wherein the first side of the removable panel is coupled to the second side of the internal panel.

Abstract: An open-roof assembly for covering or at least partly uncovering an opening in a vehicle roof comprises a moveably arranged closure member, a lighting assembly and a frame member. The lighting assembly comprises a switch device and a light source. The switch device is configured and arranged to either detect presence of a detectable part of the open-roof assembly relative to the switch device without physically contacting the detectable part, when the closure member is in a closed position covering the opening in the vehicle roof, or detect absence of the detectable part, when the closure member is in a position at least partly uncovering the opening in the vehicle roof. The lighting assembly is configured to switch off the light source, when the switch device detects absence of the detectable part.

Abstract: Apparatus and associated methods relate to a modular vehicle roof frame with at least two support members having at an upper end at least one coupling member through which the support member is axially assembled and releasably coupled to a plurality of top frame members such that each top frame member is releasably coupled to a plurality of support members. In an illustrative example, when the frame is assembled the support members may be substantially vertical and the top frame members may be substantially horizontal. When the frame is coupled to a vehicle the coupling members may, for example, be oriented substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the vehicle. The frame may be assembled, for example, by alternately assembling top frame members and support members. Various embodiments may advantageously allow a disassembled frame to be stored within a small sized container suitable for various ground shipping services.

Abstract: A car bra device is disclosed for a Chevrolet Camaro. The car bra device comprises a body component that is configured into two pieces of thin, leather material. The body component is then installed near the hood and at the base of the vehicle front, near the front grille area. A vinyl area can also be utilized, which ensures a license plate is still visible while using the device.

Abstract: An electric axle for a motor vehicle, comprising: a first wheel, which can rotate around a first axis; a second wheel, which can rotate around a second axis; and an electric motor, which is operatively connected to said first and second wheel; the electric motor comprises, in turn, an output shaft, which can rotate around a third axis orthogonal to said first and second axis.

Abstract: A modular platform for a vehicle includes a scalable frame structure. The scalable frame structure includes a front frame portion configured to receive a front vehicle suspension, a rear frame portion configured to receive a rear vehicle suspension, and a pair of rails extending between the front frame portion and the rear frame portion along opposing sides of the frame structure. A length of the pair of rails is scalable to adjust a wheelbase of the vehicle between the front vehicle suspension and the rear vehicle suspension. A battery pack is supported on the frame structure.

Abstract: A battery assembly includes a housing in which a battery module is accommodated, members dividing an internal space of the housing, a through pipe penetrating the inside of each of the members on one point of the member, and a through bolt inserted into the through pipe.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure relate to an engine support system and method. The engine support system includes a frame mounted engine support and at least one engine mounted coupler. The engine support includes a frame mount with an elongated body and opposing arms slidably disposed on the elongated boy for releasably engaging a frame of a vehicle, and at least one jack assembly. Each jack assembly includes a collar coupled to and horizontally movable along the elongated body, and a jack rod coupled to and vertically movable relative to the collar. The jack rod includes a ball mount configured to insert into the coupler at an underside of an engine block of the vehicle. Each jack assembly is configured to support and/or lift the engine block relative to the vehicle frame by vertical movement of the ball mount into the coupler and relative to the frame mount engaged with the vehicle frame.

Abstract: A hybrid vehicle control apparatus includes a controller. The controller is configured to switch an operation mode of a hybrid vehicle between a vehicle-stopped electric power generation mode, a first reverse traveling mode, and a second reverse traveling mode. The vehicle-stopped electric power generation mode is a mode in which electric power generation is performed, while the hybrid vehicle is stopped, by sending power of an engine to an electric motor. The first reverse traveling mode is a mode in which the reverse traveling is performed by the power of the engine. The second reverse traveling mode is a mode in which the reverse traveling is performed by power of the electric motor. The controller is configured to switch the operation mode to the second reverse traveling mode when switching from the vehicle-stopped electric power generation mode to the reverse traveling is requested.

Abstract: A range extension system for a refuse vehicle includes a battery, and a controller. The battery is configured to provide electrical energy for accessories of the refuse vehicle. The controller is configured to obtain a state of charge of the battery and limit operation of at least one of the accessories in response to the state of charge of the battery to extend a transportation range of the refuse vehicle.

Abstract: Disclosed is a power transmission device.

Abstract: A drive system for an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) including an electric motor; a gearbox; four wheel and tire assemblies; a battery; a control module; and a throttle device; the electric motor is electrically connected to, and configured to receive at least a first signal from the control module; the control module is electrically connected to, and configured to receive a charge from the battery; and the throttle device is electrically connected to, and configured to send a second signal to the control module; the electric motor is rotationally connected to the gearbox, wherein at least one drive shaft is rotationally coupled to the gearbox to rotationally connect the gearbox to the four wheel and tire assemblies.

Abstract: An in-vehicle fuel tank device includes an engine; a main tank including a top portion, a side portion, and a bottom portion; and a fuel pump configured to supply fuel to the engine. The bottom portion includes a first area and a second area, at least a portion of the first area having an inclined surface, at least a portion of the second area being depressed to serve as a sub tank configured to receive and store fuel having flown along the inclined surface. The fuel pump includes a suction filter inside the sub tank.

Abstract: An in-vehicle fuel tank device includes a main tank including a top portion, a side portion, and a bottom portion; and a first opening and a second opening each disposed in the top portion and serving as a breather; a first pipe connected to the first opening; a second pipe connected to the second opening; a merge section at which the first pipe and the second pipe merge with each other; a merge pipe connected to the merge section; and a common cutoff valve on the merge pipe.

Abstract: A control system for and a method of controlling a wheel hub clutch for a wheel hub. The control system includes: a stator; a translator having a permanent magnet; and wiring electrically connecting the stator to an electric power source. The stator is selectively powered through controlled electric power carried by the wiring so as to control translation of the translator through interaction between the stator and the permanent magnet of the translator, and the translation of the translator is controlled between an engaged state and a disengaged state. In the engaged state, a plurality of locking members are engaged with a plurality of notches of a selectively rotatable notch plate whereby the plurality of locking members are in a plurality of pockets of a rotatable pocket plate corresponding to the plurality of notches.

Abstract: In a utility vehicle, a differential mechanism is provided with a cylindrical portion and a connection portion, respectively on a first end portion and a second end portion of the differential mechanism in a front-rear direction of a body of the utility vehicle. A vehicle fame is provided with a first holder for allowing the vehicle frame to hold the cylindrical portion and a second holder for allowing the vehicle frame to hold the connection portion. The first holder has a through hole receiving the cylindrical portion and is configured to lock the cylindrical portion by the through hole. The second holder includes a first attachment piece and a second attachment piece. The second holder is configured to, with the connection portion between the first and second attachment pieces, connect the connection portion to the first and second attachment pieces by a connection bolt extending in a vehicle width direction.