Abstract: The invention is directed to a multipoint link (1) for an undercarriage of a vehicle, comprising a core element (5) formed from a foamed material and at least one roving (10) of bundled continuous filaments wound around the core element (5), wherein the at least one roving (10) winding around the core element (5) in at least one layer forms an outer layer of the multipoint link (5), wherein the core element (5) is constructed as a hollow body which comprises at least two shell elements (11, 12).

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a suspension assembly system for use in a vehicle or moving object where vibration reduction and isolation is desired. The suspension assembly system includes at least two support arms connected by a linkage and a pivoting bracket. One support arm attaches to the linkage at a connection point and the linkage also attaches to the pivoting bracket at a second connection point. The second support arm is attached to a second location on the pivoting bracket. A shock absorbing assembly is also attached to the pivoting bracket near the second connection point providing an angular connection between the support arms and the shock assembly. This allows the combined movement of the support arms through actuation of a shock assembly and its connection to the pivoting bracket inducing angular rotation of the pivoting bracket. This creates a new path line for a shock mount to move independently of the support arms and improves the progressiveness of the shock assembly.

Abstract: A transport refrigeration system including a refrigerated cargo space subdivided into one or more compartments including a first compartment; a transportation refrigeration unit configured to provide conditioned air to each of the one or more compartments; and a display configured to generate a graphical user interface comprising one or more graphical user interface sections, wherein the one or more graphical user interface sections comprise a first graphical user interface section associated with the first compartment, wherein the first graphical user interface section displays operating parameters for the first compartment, and wherein the first graphical user interface section displays a compartment icon illustrating a current compartment layout of the one or more compartments and identifies the first compartment.

Abstract: An energy storage device for providing electrical energy to a refrigeration unit arranged to cool a container, the refrigeration unit including a condenser and an evaporator configured to cool air entering the container, the energy storage device including a casing; a battery disposed in the casing; and an evaporator subsystem including: a supply refrigerant tube configured to supply refrigerant from downstream of the condenser of the refrigeration unit; an expansion device arranged to receive condensed refrigerant from the supply refrigerant tube; a heat exchanger arranged to receive and evaporate refrigerant from the expansion device; a return refrigerant tube configured to return refrigerant from the heat exchanger to downstream of the evaporator of the refrigeration unit; wherein the evaporator subsystem includes an evaporator fan assembly constructed and arranged to flow air through the heat exchanger and into the casing about the battery.

Abstract: A plate-type heat exchanger, in which plates are stacked on top of each other as a stack and connected to each other in a sealed manner, fluid channels being formed between adjacent plates in each case, the stack of plates being divided into a first stack region and a second stack region, the first stack region forming an evaporator having first fluid channels and second fluid channels, and the second stack region forming an internal heat exchanger having third fluid channels and fourth fluid channels.

Abstract: A cab for a construction machine includes: a specified side wall having a side window frame defining a side window and at least one side transparent plate supported by the side window frame; an air conditioner unit having an air conditioner outlet hole; a side beam extending in a front-rear direction along the specified side wall and below the side window frame; and a side duct located above the side beam, extending in the front-rear direction along a lower section of the side window frame, and receiving at least a part of the air blown out from the air conditioner unit, the side duct having at least one side duct vent for blowing out the air toward the at least one side transparent plate.

Abstract: A device for driving a compressor of a vaporous fluid which exhibits a housing with a cooling surface and a power supply arrangement with at least one switching element, at least one PCB, as well as at least one spring element for applying a spring force on the at least one switching element. The switching element is connected to the PCB. The cooling surface and the PCB are arranged relative to one another in a direction z with spacing. The at least one switching element is arranged such that it is in contact with the housing with a first surface in the area of the cooling surface and that the at least one spring element for pressing the switching element against the cooling surface is in contact with a second surface of the switching element.

Abstract: A system comprising: first and second input reception devices; and a temperature detection unit for detecting a temperature inside a vehicle, wherein the first input reception device includes: a first input reception unit for receiving the input of the operation instruction by being pressed or touched, and including a first display unit for displaying information; and a control unit for controlling the operation of the operation target based on the received input of the operation instruction, a time required to start the second input reception device is longer than a time required to start the first input reception device, and the control unit causes the first display unit to display recommended operation information based on the detected temperature, and performs an operation corresponding to the recommended operation information in response to pressing or touching of the first display unit.

Abstract: An air supply system for a vehicle includes a first system including a first compressor compressing ambient air, a heat exchanger connected to the first compressor to allow compressed air to flow therethrough, and a first condenser connected to the heat exchanger. The air supply system further includes a second system including a second compressor compressing a refrigerant, a second condenser disposed at a rear end of the second compressor, an expansion valve disposed at a rear end of the second compressor, and an evaporator disposed at a rear end of the expansion valve. The second compressor, the second condenser, the expansion valve, and the evaporator of the second system are sequentially connected by a refrigerant flow line, and a refrigerant pipe disposed in the evaporator of the second system and connected to the refrigerant flow line is connected to a refrigerant pipe for a first condenser.

Abstract: An Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) window extension for a vehicle, the OEM window extension comprising: an extension, wherein the extension uses as least one extension fastener; an OEM window; wherein the extension is installed on the vehicle; and wherein the OEM window is installed in the extension.

Abstract: An end cap couples a shutter to an upper part of a track cargo bed between left and right tracks. A shutter seal member is provided on a rear end of the shutter, and makes elastic contact with a tailgate mounted on a rear end of the truck cargo bed. A bed liner seal member is provided on rear ends of left and right side walls, and includes an installation plate member and a hollow wall. An extended wall extends vertically from part of an upper end of the hollow wall closer to an exterior of an automobile. The hollow wall has an opening at an upper part. A first horizontal surface of the end cap of a sealing structure covers an upper part of the tailgate, and a second horizontal surface faces and contactlessly approaches a top edge of the extended wall.

Abstract: A sealing member including a main body having a generally rectangular shape in cross-section and a first sealing member that extends from a first end of the main body in a first direction. The first sealing member is made of a foamed material. The sealing member further includes a groove touch member that extends from a side of the main body in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction; and wherein the groove touch member extends beyond an extent the first sealing member extends in the second direction. The sealing member further includes a lip member positioned at the first end of the main body; and a second sealing member that extends from the lip member.

Abstract: Some embodiments are directed to a vehicle door that includes a door frame and a trim panel connected to the door frame. The vehicle door can also include an upper garnish connected to the door frame and including a connection portion. A bracket can be disposed along an edge of the trim panel and extend along a length of the door frame. The bracket can snap fit into the connection portion of the upper garnish, and a pinch sensor can be disposed on the bracket.

Abstract: A tailgate includes a tailgate main body including a resin inner panel and a resin outer panel forming an inner space between itself and the inner panel; a pair of reinforcement members disposed in the inner space to extend in an up-down direction along both side portions of the tailgate main body, and attached to the inner panel; a functional component disposed in a vehicle widthwise intermediate position in the inner space and attached to the inner panel; and a tether having both ends fixed to the pair of reinforcement members. The functional component has an engagement part that defines an insertion hole for the tether, and the engagement part is formed with a notch that extends from an inner peripheral edge of the insertion hole to hold the tether.

Abstract: A truck equipped with at least one removable covering configured so as to cover or uncover the roof and/or at least one side of the truck, where the truck is fitted with a control system including a road navigation aid system comprising a stored position, a positioning device configured to determine a position of the truck, at least one means for comparing the position of the truck with the stored position according to a position threshold so as to determine that the truck has crossed a limit of a loading/unloading area, and a control means being configured to control opening the removable covering when the truck is in a loading/unloading area as determined by the at least one comparison means, the control means configured to control closing the removable covering when the truck is outside the loading/unloading area as determined by the at least one comparison means.

Abstract: A powertrain apparatus for an electric vehicle, includes a planetary gear set including three rotation elements, a first motor connected to a first rotation element of the planetary gear set, a differential engaged to a second rotation element of the planetary gear set, a second motor connected to a third rotation element of the planetary gear set, and a synchronizer configured to selectively connect or disconnect between a driveshaft coupled to one side of the differential and the second motor and to selectively connect or disconnect between the second rotation element of the planetary gear set and the third rotation element of the planetary gear set.

Abstract: A foldable non-highway electric vehicle (EV) for recreational use. The non-highway EV may include a chassis and a foldable battery module coupled to the chassis. The foldable battery module may fold to a position to allow portable transport of the non-highway EV. Suspension may control movement of the wheels relative to the chassis. The suspension may also be set in a plurality of different configurations, including a configuration where the suspension is set in a transport position. With the battery folded and the suspension set in the transport position, the footprint of the non-highway EV may be significantly reduced, to allow for convenient transportation of the non-highway EV.

Abstract: Provided is a battery mounting part support structure of a vehicle, in which a pair of battery support legs can also be disposed at portions other than inside of a front side frame, which can stably support the pair of battery support legs and which can achieve reduction in weight. The battery mounting part support structure of the vehicle includes a front support leg 34 and a rear support leg 31, 32 that support a battery B and a coupling member 33 that couples the front support leg 34 and the rear support leg 32, and the front support leg 34 and the rear support leg 31, 32 are supported by an upper surface and a side surface 112 of a front side frame 11 on a front side and a rear side of the coupling member 33.

Abstract: A battery pack and an electric vehicle are provided. A plurality of lock shafts are mounted on an outer side of the battery pack, and each of the lock shafts includes a shaft seat and a shaft rod. The lock shaft is mounted to the outer side of the battery pack by the shaft seat. A concave positioning hole is arranged at an end of the shaft rod away from the shaft seat, and a first positioning steel magnet is mounted in the positioning hole.

Abstract: A modular vehicle assembly platform is disclosed. In some embodiments, the platform may comprise a cast bulkhead, a cast cowl, one or more cast front strut towers, a front subframe, a cross-car beam, one or more door rings, a structural central floor comprising a battery, a cast structural rear floor, a cast upper rear section (or d-ring), and a rear motor cradle. The platform may allow for the use of common parts and structure across different vehicle types.

Abstract: A component node for a vehicle is provided. The component node has an electric drive motor and an electric energy store. The component node includes at least one function component of a cooling circuit of the vehicle that can be flowed through by cooling liquid and a component carrier. On the component carrier, a component interface or the respective function component is moulded and the respective function component is detachably fastened to the component carrier via the component interface.

Abstract: A drive device is disclosed, in particular for an electrically driveable vehicle, having at least one electric motor, having at least one drive inverter for actuating the electric motor, having at least one cooling unit with at least one coolant pump, a cooler, at least one pump inverter and with at least one heat exchanger, wherein the heat exchanger is connected in fluid-conducting fashion to the coolant pump and to the cooler via a coolant circuit, wherein at least one pump inverter is integrated into the drive inverter or is arranged adjacent to the drive inverter, wherein the coolant pump can be actuated by the pump inverter.

Abstract: A utility vehicle including a body, a frame, an on-board device supplied with outside air, a chamber body having an intake space and divided into a first member disposed on a first side and opened to a second side and a second member detachably attached to the first member from the second side and opened to the first side, one of the first and second members having an engaging claw, and another one having an engaging portion, and a connecting pipe connecting the chamber body and the on-board device. The first member includes a first frame-shaped outer wall, a first tip surface, and a tip protrusion protruding from the first tip surface to the second side, and the second member includes a second frame-shaped outer wall, a second tip surface, and a tip recess recessed from the second tip surface toward the second side and fittable to the tip protrusion.

Abstract: A fuel tank cap includes: a cap body which opens and closes a fuel supply port of a fuel tank; a ring member which is disposed around the fuel supply port and is shaped so as to surround the cap body; and a hinge member which is coupled to the ring member to support the cap body in a turnable manner between a closed position and an open position. A first peripheral part of the ring member, which is opposed to an outer periphery of the cap body, has a larger dimension in a circumferential direction than a dimension of a second peripheral part of the hinge member, which is opposed to the outer periphery of the cap body. The ring member and the hinge member are made of mutually different materials.

Abstract: The invention provides systems and methods for mounting a fuel system to a vehicle. In some embodiments, the invention provides systems and methods for mounting a fuel system comprising a fuel tank to a vehicle chassis using a bracket, which may be a multi-part bracket, and may be referred to as a “drop and go” bracket.

Abstract: A universal wheel driving system includes a sun gear provided to receive power from a power source mounted in a vehicle body, a ring gear to which a wheel is concentrically connected, a gear train engaged to the sun gear and the ring gear and configured to transfer the power between the sun gear and the ring gear while allowing relative motion between the rotation shafts of the sun gear and the ring gear, a carrier supporting a final pinion of the gear train and gear-meshing with the ring gear so that a position of the rotation shaft of the final pinion remains unchanged with respect to a position of the rotation shaft of the ring gear, and a suspension portion provided to support the carrier against the sun gear so that the ring gear and the carrier move up and down with respect to the vehicle body.

Abstract: A materials handling vehicle comprises a processor, a throttle, and a zone sensing subsystem coupled to the processor. The processor, responsive to the zone sensing subsystem detecting that the materials handling vehicle is in a restricted operational zone, controls the materials handling vehicle by applying a maximum vehicle operational limit of the materials handling vehicle to a magnitude that is at or below an operational limit of the restricted operational zone. Further, the processor overrides the maximum vehicle operational limit based on application of a throttle neutral action.

Abstract: A traffic mover includes a mover body forming an accommodation space configured to accommodate a human. The mover body includes a light blocking member and a driving assistance unit. The light blocking member blocks light entering from a front side of the mover body in a moving direction of the mover body. The driving assistance unit enables the mover body to be driven when the light blocking member blocks a forward view of the human in the moving direction of the mover body.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for controlling a vehicle may include at least two buttons provided on a steering wheel, a processor electrically connected to the at least two buttons, and storage that stores instructions executed by the processor, wherein the processor may map and set a vehicle function to the at least two buttons, detect a button manipulated among the at least two buttons, and perform a vehicle function mapped to the manipulated button based on the vehicle function mapped to the operated button and a current vehicle state.

Abstract: Disclosed are a vehicle infotainment apparatus using a widget and a method of operating the same. According to various embodiments, some UIs of functions on execution in a background can be displayed as a background widget within an area that is always accessible in a screen of the infotainment device, thereby enabling to provide its user with simpler manipulation functions and necessary information.

Abstract: An information processing device includes a display control unit which controls a display unit which can display an image of a character and a graphical user interface (GUI) which accepts an operation instruction for an apparatus. The information processing device includes an obtaining unit which obtains information indicating an operation content of an apparatus intended by a user. The display control unit determines the presentation duration for which a presentation image of the character operating the GUI is displayed based on the operation content and causes a display unit to display the presentation image for the presentation duration.

Abstract: A vehicle is provided. A detector detects an object at least ahead of the vehicle. A display is provided on an instrument panel of the vehicle and displays a signal at a position corresponding to a direction of the object detected by the detector. The display includes a part recessed forward in a vehicle longitudinal direction in plan view.

Abstract: A hybrid power assembly and an all-terrain vehicle are provided. The hybrid power assembly includes an engine and a motor. The engine includes a crankshaft and a crankcase, the crankshaft is mounted in the crankcase, the crankcase includes a motor mounting cap, and a first end of the crankshaft extends out of the motor mounting cap. The motor includes a motor housing, a cap of the motor, a stator, and a rotor. The motor housing is mounted between the motor mounting cap and the cap of the motor, the stator is fixed in the motor housing, the rotor is arranged on the inner circumference of the stator and is rotatable relative to the stator, and the rotor is connected to the first end of the crankshaft.

Abstract: A method for operating an off-highway vehicle, comprising: receiving a torque request; rotating a first wheel at a first speed via a first side motor based on the torque request, wherein the first side motor is positioned coaxially with respect to the first wheel; and rotating a second wheel at a second speed via a second side motor based on the torque request, wherein the second side motor is positioned coaxially with respect to the second wheel.

Abstract: A device for supplying energy to a sensor arrangement in a rail vehicle. The device has at least one second electrical conductor which has an inductive coupling to a first electrical conductor. The first electrical conductor connects a converter to a motor of the rail vehicle. The device has a switching module which is operated by way of an operating voltage and has the purpose of processing signals of at least one sensor. The at least one sensor serves to acquire data and/or detect a state of a vehicle component. The switching module is connected to a second electrical conductor. The second electrical conductor is configured to generate the operating voltage from an alternating voltage, applied to the first conductor, by way of induction in the second electrical conductor.

Abstract: A method of measuring a reduction in energy consumed by an electricity network supplying a fleet of transport vehicles, said method comprising the following steps: sending (S1), over a period of time P, at least one activation signal to at least one energy saving device of at least one item of equipment, said activation signal being configured to alternatingly activate and deactivate said energy saving device over the period of time P; obtaining (S2) a signal of electrical power consumed over the period of time P by said electricity network; and deducing (S3) a reduction in energy consumed by said electricity network in response to said activation signal.

Abstract: A monitoring apparatus of an onboard electrical system of an at least partially electrically operated motor vehicle. A switchgear is configured to switch a high-voltage positive path and a high-voltage negative path of an electrical energy storage device of the onboard electrical system. The switchgear has a control line which is coupled to a pyrotechnic safety device. In an event of an interruption of the control line, the switchgear opens the high-voltage positive path and the high-voltage negative path. A control line switchgear is series-coupled in the control line to the pyrotechnic safety device. The control line switchgear interrupts the control line as a function of a control signal of an electronic computing device. The electronic computing device is configured to check a voltage potential in the control line using the control line switchgear before the electrical energy storage device is connected to the onboard electrical system.

Abstract: A method for ascertaining a state of an electric drive of a transportation device, in particular a bicycle. The method includes: providing sensor data from sensors of the drive, the sensor data indicating parameters of the drive if an instantaneous operating range of the drive and/or of the transportation device corresponds to a predefined operating range; storing such sensor data, as measuring sensor signals, which originate from sensors predefined for the predefined operating range; and recognizing a defect of the drive if at least one of the measuring sensor signals deviates from a predefined standard sensor signal by a predefined degree; as well as outputting a warning about the presence of the defect to a user of the transportation device.

Abstract: Example embodiments of systems, devices, and methods are provided for energy systems having multiple modules arranged in cascaded fashion for generating and storing power. Each module can include an energy source and switch circuitry that selectively couples the energy source to other modules in the system for generating power or for receiving and storing power from a charge source. The energy systems can be arranged in single phase or multiphase topologies with multiple serial or interconnected arrays. Thermal management systems, switching assemblies, physical layouts of a module, and EV models based on a universal platform are also described.

Abstract: A mechanical stabilization system for a battery assembly is disclosed. The system includes an actuator and a stabilizer that are configured to work in concert. The actuator and stabilizer are disposed in a housing of the battery assembly. The system may be implemented by depression of the actuator disposed in the housing, which causes the stabilizer to retract a support post into the housing. The depression can occur during a docking operation of the battery assembly with a lift mechanism for an electric vehicle. When the actuator is released, the support post automatically reverts to its previous, deployed state. The support post is configured to maintain the battery assembly in a stable configuration when the battery assembly is separated from the electric vehicle.

Abstract: A work vehicle includes travel devices, a battery, a motor configured to supply motive power to the travel devices, an inverter configured to operate the motor, and an operation section. The battery is between a front travel device and a rear travel device in a side view, and below a floor of the operation section.

Abstract: A fuel cell containing fuel for an aircraft includes an innermost layer configured to contact the fuel, an outermost layer and a containment gel formed from isocyanate and polyol interposed between the innermost and outermost layers. The containment gel is configured to self-seal a ballistically formed hole therein, thereby reducing leakage of the fuel from the fuel cell.

Abstract: Electrified vehicle charging systems may be equipped with multiple charging interfaces. An exemplary charging system may include a charge adapter for allowing a single charge plug/connector/coupler to be split into multiple charge plugs/connectors/couplers for simultaneously utilizing each charging interface for charging a traction battery pack of the electrified vehicle. Use of the charge adapter can reduce charging times when only a single charge plug is available at a charging station.

Abstract: A vehicle battery charging system includes a main battery, an auxiliary battery, an integrated converter that includes a high voltage charging device that supplies power to the main battery and a low voltage charging device that supplies power to the auxiliary battery, a solar cell that converts sunlight into electrical energy, a solar cell converter that converts an output of the solar cell into a voltage corresponding to a voltage of the auxiliary battery and outputs the converted voltage to the auxiliary battery, and a switching device that switches between the integrated converter and external power and the integrated converter and the solar cell, wherein the switching device connects the integrated converter and the solar cell in a solar cell only charging mode in which the auxiliary battery is charged by the solar cell.

Abstract: A charging system includes one or more inductive charging elements arranged in a charging space. A lift mechanism, such as a lever arm, is configured to lift the charging elements into position for transferring current to vehicle charging elements. Sensor(s) may detect a location of the charging element relative to the vehicle charging element, and adjustments may be made to align the charging element and the vehicle charging element (passively and/or actively). The sensor(s) may also determine characteristic(s) of the vehicle, such as ground clearance, make/model, etc. to align the charging element and the vehicle charging element and/or to control power transfer to the vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus that includes a charger, which includes an electric vehicle (EV) connector, a first alternating current (AC) connector, a charger connector, an alternating current and direct current (AC/DC) converter, a DC/DC converter, a charger switch system, which includes a plurality of charger terminals, and a rechargeable battery system coupled between the AC/DC and DC/DC converters. The charger further includes a charger controller coupled to and configured to control the AC/DC converter, the DC/DC converter, and the charger switch system. Charger terminals of the plurality can be respectively coupled to the AC/DC converter, the DC/DC converter, the EV connector, the first AC connector, and the charger connector. The apparatus may also include a hub that includes a hub switch system, which is configured for connection to the charger connector.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an electric vehicle charger and energy storage system mounted transformer which may improve efficiency of power infrastructure and promote energy saving by providing various functions such as power management, stable electric vehicle charging, fault detection, overcurrent protection, and reverse current prevention, more specifically, to an electric vehicle charger and energy storage system mounted transformer, comprising: an energy storage system which stores electricity generated from a transformer; and an electric vehicle charging device connected to the transformer or the energy storage system and charging the electric vehicle with electricity supplied from the transformer or the energy storage system, wherein the energy storage system and the electric vehicle charging device are composed of one integrated module and connected to the transformer.

Abstract: Systems and methods may be configured for providing preemptive reenergizing alerts designed to alert vehicle users to reenergize their vehicles in anticipation of power disruption conditions. Weather related data and/or grid related data may be leveraged for predicting the likelihood of power disruption conditions of a grid power source. When power disruption conditions are likely to increase the cost of energy by greater than a predefined threshold, one or more reenergizing alerts may be automatically communicated for alerting the users of the need to reenergize (e.g., refuel, recharge, etc.) their vehicles. Preemptively alerting users to reenergize their vehicles in this manner may ensure that the vehicle will be available for use as a backup power source during actual power disruption conditions.

Abstract: A system and method for charging a plug-in electric vehicle are disclosed. The system includes a plug-in electric vehicle having a frame, a rechargeable battery pack, a vehicle inlet, a positioning module, and a first communication module; and a battery charging station having a plurality of connectors, an actuation mechanism, and a second communication module. The battery charging station is in operative communication with the PEV, can anticipate an arrival of the PEV, and can ready a connector corresponding to the PEV's vehicle inlet type. The method includes monitoring one or more characterising parameters of a PEV, determining that the PEV needs charging, routing the PEV to a battery charging station, transmitting forecasting information and an identity of the PEV to the battery charging station, and charging the PEV at the battery charging station.

Abstract: An electric vehicle computing sharing system (100) is adapted to receive a signal indicating the electric vehicle (110, 120, 130) is connected to a charging station (115, 125, 135). The computing sharing system (100) may be further adapted to receive information about the electric vehicle (110, 120, 130). The computing sharing system (100) may be further adapted to determine a predicted charging duration (535) for the electric vehicle (110, 120, 130). The computing sharing system (100) may be further adapted to identify a task for execution by a computing resource of the electric vehicle (110, 120, 130) based on the predicted charging duration (535). The computing sharing system (100) may be further adapted to transmit the task to the electric vehicle (110, 120, 130). The computing sharing system (100) may be further adapted to receive a result for the task from the electric vehicle (110, 120, 130).