公开(公告)号：US07987030B2

公开(公告)日：2011-07-26

申请号：US11436786

申请日：2006-05-18

Applicant: Patricia A. Flores ,  Adrian B. Chernoff

Inventor： Patricia A. Flores ,  Adrian B. Chernoff

IPC: B60Q1/00

CPC classification number: B60Q9/008 ,  B60Q3/267 ,  B60Q3/283 ,  B60Q3/80 ,  B60Q2400/40

Abstract: An apparatus and method for illuminating a vehicle including a light source connected to an illuminatable component such as an interior or exterior vehicle door handle or steering wheel, and a control system including a plurality of sensors that monitor the vehicle and surroundings for predetermined conditions and selectively illuminate the component as a means of conveying information or warnings about the vehicle or its surroundings. Illumination may be enhanced by other auditory signals such as audio alarms or vibration. Predetermined conditions may include the proximity of a vehicle user, key fob activation or proximity, input from an entertainment system, activation of a pressure sensor, the presence of a person or object in proximity to the vehicle, or the vehicle's ignition or gear state.

Abstract translation: 一种用于照明车辆的装置和方法，其包括连接到诸如内部或外部车门把手或方向盘的照明部件的光源，以及包括多个传感器的控制系统，所述传感器在预定条件下和选择性地监视车辆和周围环境 照亮组件作为传达关于车辆或其周围环境的信息或警告的手段。 其他听觉信号（如音频报警或振动）可能会增强照明。 预定条件可以包括车辆用户的接近度，钥匙扣激活或接近度，娱乐系统的输入，压力传感器的启动，车辆附近的人或物体的存在，或车辆的点火或齿轮状态。

公开(公告)号：US07841673B2

公开(公告)日：2010-11-30

申请号：US11432741

申请日：2006-05-11

Applicant: Joseph F. Szczerba ,  Adrian B. Chernoff

Inventor： Joseph F. Szczerba ,  Adrian B. Chernoff

IPC: B60T13/00

CPC classification number: B60T7/22 ,  B60T1/10 ,  B60T7/16 ,  B60T2220/02 ,  B60W30/18 ,  B60W2530/14 ,  B60W2710/18

Abstract: A vehicle braking system is responsive to vehicle conditions to alter the response of the braking system for a given driver input. In one mode, the vehicle conditions are conditions that are indicated by sensor in real time. In another mode, the vehicle conditions are historical conditions, such as trends, patterns, etc. The braking system provides braking responses that are appropriate for vehicle conditions and enables personalization of the braking system to accommodate individual driver characteristics.

Abstract translation: 车辆制动系统响应于车辆状况来改变对于给定驾驶员输入的制动系统的响应。 在一种模式中，车辆条件是由传感器实时指示的条件。 在另一种模式中，车辆状态是历史条件，例如趋势，模式等。制动系统提供适合于车辆状况的制动响应，并使得制动系统的个性化能够适应各个驾驶员的特征。

公开(公告)号：US07597169B2

公开(公告)日：2009-10-06

申请号：US10309786

申请日：2002-12-04

Applicant: Christopher E. Borroni-Bird ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Mohsen D. Shabana ,  Robert Louis Vitale ,  Bruce Edward Zemke

Inventor： Christopher E. Borroni-Bird ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Mohsen D. Shabana ,  Robert Louis Vitale ,  Bruce Edward Zemke

IPC: B60K7/00

CPC classification number: B62D65/18 ,  B23P2700/50 ,  B60G3/18 ,  B60G7/003 ,  B60G13/14 ,  B60G17/015 ,  B60G17/0195 ,  B60G2200/10 ,  B60G2200/144 ,  B60G2200/18 ,  B60G2200/44 ,  B60G2200/46 ,  B60G2200/462 ,  B60G2202/40 ,  B60G2202/42 ,  B60G2204/10 ,  B60G2204/11 ,  B60G2204/14 ,  B60G2204/16 ,  B60G2204/20 ,  B60G2204/202 ,  B60G2206/011 ,  B60G2206/0114 ,  B60G2206/50 ,  B60G2206/99 ,  B60G2300/45 ,  B60G2300/50 ,  B60G2300/60 ,  B60G2800/21 ,  B60G2800/802 ,  B60G2800/90 ,  B60G2800/91 ,  B60G2800/92 ,  B60G2800/963 ,  B60H1/00385 ,  B60K1/04 ,  B60K7/0007 ,  B60K15/07 ,  B60K2007/0038 ,  B60K2007/0092 ,  B60L7/24 ,  B60L11/1805 ,  B60L2220/44 ,  B60L2220/50 ,  B60L2240/24 ,  B60L2240/421 ,  B60L2240/425 ,  B60L2240/461 ,  B60L2260/28 ,  B60L2270/145 ,  B60T1/065 ,  B60T1/10 ,  B60T7/00 ,  B60T7/042 ,  B60T8/00 ,  B60T13/66 ,  B60T13/662 ,  B60T13/74 ,  B60T2270/82 ,  B60W10/08 ,  B60W10/18 ,  B60W10/20 ,  B60W10/22 ,  B60W30/18 ,  B60W2520/28 ,  B60W2710/18 ,  B60W2720/30 ,  B62B3/12 ,  B62D5/0418 ,  B62D7/18 ,  B62D21/00 ,  B62D21/07 ,  B62D21/10 ,  B62D24/02 ,  B62D29/008 ,  B62D35/02 ,  B62D65/04 ,  B62D65/12 ,  G06Q30/06 ,  Y02T10/641 ,  Y02T10/642 ,  Y02T10/7005 ,  Y02T10/88

Abstract: A wheel module is configured for use on a vehicle chassis. A drivable vehicle includes a wheel module operatively connected to a vehicle chassis. The wheel module includes at least one non-rotating structural unit, a rotatable wheel controllably connected to the structural unit, a vehicle attachment interface operatively connected to the non-rotating structural unit including a load-bearing vehicle retention coupling and a control signal receiver. The wheel module further includes chassis components including at least one of a brake system, steering system, motor and suspension system operatively connected to the non-rotating structural unit and to the wheel, and operatively connected to the control signal receiver for controlling the wheel in response to non-mechanical control signals received through the control signal receiver.

Abstract translation: 车轮模块被配置为用于车辆底盘上。 可驱动的车辆包括可操作地连接到车辆底盘的车轮模块。 车轮模块包括至少一个非旋转结构单元，可控制地连接到结构单元的可旋转轮，可操作地连接到非旋转结构单元的车辆附接接口，其包括承载车辆保持联接器和控制信号接收器。 车轮模块还包括底盘部件，其包括可操作地连接到非旋转结构单元和车轮的制动系统，转向系统，马达和悬架系统中的至少一个，并且可操作地连接到控制信号接收器，以控制车轮 响应通过控制信号接收器接收的非机械控制信号。

公开(公告)号：US07594697B2

公开(公告)日：2009-09-29

申请号：US12210188

申请日：2008-09-13

Applicant: Alan L. Browne ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Rainer A. Glaser ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  James Y. Khoury ,  Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  Pablo D. Zavattieri

Inventor： Alan L. Browne ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Rainer A. Glaser ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  James Y. Khoury ,  Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  Pablo D. Zavattieri

IPC: B60N2/42 ,  B60R21/055 ,  A47C7/38

CPC classification number: A47C7/38 ,  B60N2/806 ,  B60N2/865 ,  B60N2/885 ,  B60N2002/981

Abstract: A headrest assembly including active material drivenly coupled to a headrest component, such as for example, an interior frame member, bag, or gear device wherein the material is actuated upon receipt of an activation signal, and configured to morph, reposition, reduce the resistance of, change a modulus property of, or otherwise modify an engaging surface defined by the headrest when actuated, and autonomously restore the headrest upon the deactivation of the material.

Abstract translation: 一种头枕组件，包括被驱动地联接到头枕部件的活动材料，例如内部框架构件，袋或齿轮装置，其中材料在接收到激活信号时被致动，并且被配置为变形，重新定位，降低阻力 改变由头枕限定的接合表面的弹性模量特性或其它方面的变化，并且在材料失效时自主地恢复头枕。

公开(公告)号：US20090058132A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-05

申请号：US11848466

申请日：2007-08-31

Applicant: Alan L. Browne ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  John C. Ulicny ,  Gary L. Jones

Inventor： Alan L. Browne ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  John C. Ulicny ,  Gary L. Jones

IPC: B62D25/24 ,  B62D25/00

CPC classification number: B60R11/00 ,  B60J5/0415 ,  B60R11/02 ,  B60R13/02 ,  B60R13/04 ,  B60R2011/0094 ,  B60R2013/0287

Abstract: A concealment assembly includes a component, a member configured to have a first form and a second form, wherein the first form is configured to conceal the component and the second form is configured to expose the component, thereby making the component accessible for use, appearance, or function, and an active material in operable communication with the member, wherein the active material is configured to undergo a change in at least one property upon receipt of an activation signal, wherein the change in at least one property is effective to transition the member from the first form to the second form.

Abstract translation: 隐藏组件包括组件，被配置为具有第一形式和第二形式的构件，其中第一形式被配置为隐藏组件，并且第二形式被配置为暴露组件，从而使组件可访问使用，外观 或功能，以及与所述构件可操作地通信的活动材料，其中所述活性材料被配置为在接收到激活信号时经历至少一个属性的改变，其中所述至少一个属性的变化对转换 成员从第一种形式到第二种形式。

公开(公告)号：US20080294314A1

公开(公告)日：2008-11-27

申请号：US11751066

申请日：2007-05-21

Applicant: Steven E. Morris ,  Adrian B. Chernoff

Inventor： Steven E. Morris ,  Adrian B. Chernoff

IPC: B60R21/015 ,  B60R21/00

CPC classification number: E05F5/00 ,  E05F15/43 ,  E05F2015/483 ,  E05Y2201/21 ,  E05Y2201/25 ,  E05Y2201/254 ,  E05Y2201/256 ,  E05Y2201/264 ,  E05Y2400/21 ,  E05Y2400/532 ,  E05Y2900/531

Abstract: An obstruction detection device for a motor vehicle having a door assembly movably connected to a vehicle body is provided. The device controls the vehicle door's opening angle to prevent inadvertent contact with an object foreign to the vehicle, while providing the largest opening for vehicle ingress and egress. The obstruction detection device includes a controller that is operatively connected to at least one sensor configured to actively monitor and transmit signals to the controller indicative of the presence and corresponding proximity of the object relative to the door assembly. An actuator is operatively connected to and controlled by the controller. The actuator is configured to apply a selectively variable force that restricts the movement of the vehicle door assembly with respect to the vehicle body when the door is a predetermined distance from the object.

Abstract translation: 提供一种用于机动车辆的障碍物检测装置，其具有可移动地连接到车体的门组件。 该设备控制车门的开启角度，以防止与车辆外部物体的无意接触，同时为车辆进出口提供最大的开口。 障碍物检测装置包括可操作地连接至至少一个传感器的控制器，所述至少一个传感器被配置为主动地监视和发送信号到控制器，指示对象相对于门组件的存在和对应的接近。 致动器可操作地连接到控制器并由控制器控制。 所述致动器构造成施加选择性可变的力，当所述门距离所述物体是预定距离时，所述力限制所述车门组件相对于所述车体的运动。

公开(公告)号：US07159931B2

公开(公告)日：2007-01-09

申请号：US11067579

申请日：2005-02-25

Applicant: Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Richard M. Kleber ,  Chongmin Kim

Inventor： Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Richard M. Kleber ,  Chongmin Kim

IPC: B60J7/00

CPC classification number: B62D25/06

Abstract: An integrally designed roof rack and roof panel attached to a vehicle may be formed using quick plastic forming (QPF) and superplastic forming processing (SPF). A number of vehicle accessories such as luggage containers, fuel tanks, consoles, door attachments, truck beds and table trays may be formed using QPF processes. The items may be installed and movable onto and off the vehicle. A variety of QPF processes may be employed, enabling the vehicle accessory to meet required strength, dimensional, and shape considerations. Additionally, component integration is enabled by using QPF processes.

Abstract translation: 可以使用快速塑性成形（QPF）和超塑性成形加工（SPF）来形成一个整体设计的车顶架和车顶板。 可以使用QPF工艺形成许多车载附件，例如行李箱，燃料箱，控制台，门附件，卡车床和桌面托盘。 物品可以安装和移动到车辆上和从车辆上移动。 可以使用各种QPF工艺，使得车辆附件能够满足所需的强度，尺寸和形状考虑。 此外，通过使用QPF进程启用组件集成。

公开(公告)号：US07142963B2

公开(公告)日：2006-11-28

申请号：US10347137

申请日：2003-01-17

Applicant: Christopher E. Borroni-Bird ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  James Thomas Embach ,  Julien Montousse ,  Mohsen D. Shabana ,  Joseph F. Szczerba

Inventor： Christopher E. Borroni-Bird ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  James Thomas Embach ,  Julien Montousse ,  Mohsen D. Shabana ,  Joseph F. Szczerba

IPC: B62D5/04

CPC classification number: B60T7/085 ,  B60K26/02 ,  B60K37/06 ,  B60K2350/928 ,  B60R16/027 ,  B60T7/02 ,  B60T2270/82 ,  B60W10/04 ,  B60W10/18 ,  B60W10/20 ,  B60W30/18 ,  B60W2510/20 ,  B60W2520/105 ,  B60W2710/18 ,  B62D1/046 ,  B62D1/06

Abstract: A driver control input device includes a support post and a steering ring rotatably supported with respect to the support post. A steering transducer is operatively connected between the steering ring and support post to convert mechanical rotation of the steering ring into non-mechanical steering control signals to be sent to a steer-by-wire system. A braking ring and acceleration ring may also be provided for generating non-mechanical braking and acceleration control signals.

公开(公告)号：US07004502B2

公开(公告)日：2006-02-28

申请号：US10678205

申请日：2003-10-03

Applicant: Christopher E. Borroni-Bird ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Mohsen D. Shabana ,  Robert Louis Vitale

Inventor： Christopher E. Borroni-Bird ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Mohsen D. Shabana ,  Robert Louis Vitale

IPC: B62D21/00

CPC classification number: B62D21/152

Abstract: The invention capitalizes upon the absence of an engine compartment forward of the passenger compartment in the vehicle body and provides a frontal impact energy dissipation compartment forward of the passenger compartment. The frontal impact energy dissipation compartment is filled with an energy absorption structure, such as an aluminum honeycomb structure. Alternatively, a bulkhead member extends across the vehicle at the forward end of the passenger compartment to enhance structural integrity of the forward end of the vehicle. The bulkhead member may be integrated with air flow systems, cross-car structural support, safety airbags, slidable driver interface, speakers, etc.

Abstract translation: 本发明利用了在车体中的乘客舱前方没有发动机舱，并且在乘客舱前面提供了正面的冲击能量消散室。 正面碰撞能量消散室充满了能量吸收结构，如铝蜂窝结构。 或者，隔板构件在乘客舱的前端延伸穿过车辆，以增强车辆前端的结构完整性。 隔板构件可以与气流系统，交叉车结构支撑，安全气囊，可滑动的驱动器接口，扬声器等集成。

公开(公告)号：US06997281B2

公开(公告)日：2006-02-14

申请号：US10305434

申请日：2002-11-26

Applicant: Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Joseph F. Szczerba ,  Julien Montousse

Inventor： Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Joseph F. Szczerba ,  Julien Montousse

IPC: B60K26/00

CPC classification number: B60T7/085 ,  B60T7/10 ,  B60T2270/82 ,  B62D1/04 ,  B62D1/046 ,  B62D1/06 ,  Y10T74/20396 ,  Y10T74/20834 ,  Y10T74/2087

Abstract: A vehicle driver control input device includes a non-rotatable wheel having at least one track. First and second hand grips are movably engaged with the track so that the first and second hand grips are movable along the track to facilitate sending steering signals to a steer-by-wire system of a vehicle. At least one of the first and second hand grips has an accelerator demand input mechanism to facilitate sending acceleration signals to an energy conversion system of the vehicle. At least one of the first and second hand grips have a braking demand input mechanism to facilitate sending braking signals to a brake-by-wire system of the vehicle. Alternatively, the wheel and hand grips may rotate with respect to a support post to facilitate generating steering signals.

Abstract translation: 车辆驾驶员控制输入装置包括具有至少一个轨道的不可旋转车轮。 第一和第二把手可移动地与轨道接合，使得第一和第二手把手可以沿着轨道移动，以便于将转向信号发送到车辆的线控转向系统。 第一和第二手夹具中的至少一个具有加速器需求输入机构，以便于将加速度信号发送到车辆的能量转换系统。 第一和第二手柄中的至少一个具有制动需求输入机构，以便于将制动信号发送到车辆的制动器制动系统。 或者，轮和手柄可以相对于支撑柱旋转以便于产生转向信号。