СЕНСОРНАЯ СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ ПЕРЕКЛЮЧЕНИЯ ВЕНТИЛЯЦИОННЫХ СИСТЕМ В ТРАНСПОРТНЫХ СРЕДСТВАХ

Изобретение предназначено для переключения вентиляционных систем в транспортных средствах. Технический результат - упрощение технологии работы сенсора, упрощение производимых оценок. Сущность изобретения состоит в том, что сенсорная система, включающая газовый сенсорный элемент, электрическое сопротивление которого понижается в присутствии восстанавливающих газов и повышается в присутствии окисляющих газов, вычислительный блок, выход которого соединен с контроллером вентиляционного блока, выполнена с возможностью подачи на вычислительный блок сигнала, удовлетворяющего следующим условиям: за увеличением концентрации восстанавливающих газов следует увеличение поданного в вычислительный блок сигнала газового сенсора, которое приблизительно равно уменьшению сигнала газового сенсора, поданного в вычислительный блок при соответствующем увеличении концентрации окисляющих газов, при этом вычислительный блок выполнен с возможностью расчета увеличения или уменьшения в единицу времени сигналов газового ...

СПОСОБ КАЛИБРОВКИ ДАТЧИКА ВОЗДУХА

... 1. Способ калибровки датчика воздуха устройства обработки воздуха, включающий в себя этапы, на которых:i. очищают воздух, используя устройство обработки воздуха; иii. измеряют первое количество воздуха, используя датчик воздуха для получения первого значения для калибровки датчика воздуха, причем первое количество воздуха содержит очищенный воздух.2. Способ по п. 1, в котором этап ii включает в себя этап, на котором:генерируют значение компенсации на основе первого значения и опорного значения для калибровки датчика воздуха, причем опорное значение представляет собой стандартный выходной сигнал датчика воздуха при нулевом воздухе.3. Способ по п. 1, в котором первое количество воздуха представляет собой очищенный воздух, а этап ii дополнительно включает в себя этапы, на которых:направляют очищенный воздух к датчику воздуха; иизмеряют очищенный воздух, используя датчик воздуха, для получения первого значения.4. Способ по п. 1, в котором первое количество воздуха представляет собой смесь окружающего ...

СПОСОБ ОСНОВАННОГО НА СКОРОСТИ УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ОКНАМИ И СООТВЕТСТВУЮЩЕЕ ТРАНСПОРТНОЕ СРЕДСТВО

Verfahren und System, um das Leben von in einem Fahrzeug verbliebenen Lebewesen zu retten

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zum Schutz von in einem Fahrzeug verbliebener Lebewesen, bei dem erkannt bzw. detektiert wird, ob sich im Fahrzeug ein Lebewesen befindet, erkannt bzw. detektiert wird, ob sich das Lebewesen in einem gesundheitsgefährdeten Zustand befindet und falls sich das Lebewesen in einem gesundheitsgefährdeten Zustand befindet, Rettungsmaßnahmen eingeleitet werden.

Automatic selection of ventilation inlet in passenger vehicles

Regulation of the ventilation of a passenger vehicle so that air is not taken from outside the vehicle when there is significant exhaust gas pollution. Signals (U1,U2) from two gas sensors generate reference values (UV1,UV2) which are then coupled with the original signals to decide final values (E1,E2) that are used to send appropriate operating signals. Also claimed is the equipment required for this method.

Verfahren und Fahrzeugklimaanlage zum Belüften eines Fahrzeuginnenraums

Verfahren zur Belüftung eines Fahrzeuginnenraums (12), wobei zumindest zeitweise ein Luftqualitätsmodus (52) eingestellt wird, bei welchem dem Fahrzeuginnenraum (12) Frischluft und/oder Umluft zugeführt wird und bei welchem ein Innenraumdruck (43) im Fahrzeuginnenraum (12) durch eine Variation des Strömungswiderstandes einer Innenraumentlüftungseinrichtung (32), welche dazu eingerichtet ist, Luft aus dem Fahrzeuginnenraum (12) abzuleiten, derart gesteuert und/oder geregelt wird, dass der Innenraumdruck (43) größer ist als ein Umgebungsdruck außerhalb des Fahrzeuginnenraums (12), wobei die Variation des Strömungswiderstandes der Innenraumentlüftungseinrichtung (32) durch Ansteuerung eines Stellorgans (36) erfolgt, das in einem Strömungsweg der Innenraumentlüftungseinrichtung (32) angeordnet ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet,- dass zur Ansteuerung des Stellorgans (36) das Stellorgan (36) mechanisch mit einer Frischluft-/Umluftklappe (30) gekoppelt wird, oder- dass zur Ansteuerung des Stellorgans ...

Vorrichtung und Verfahren zur automatischen Erkennung und Beseitigung von Feuchtigkeit in einem Fahrzeuginnenraum

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung (1) zur automatischen Erkennung und Beseitigung von Feuchtigkeit in einem Fahrzeuginnenraum mit einer Anzahl von Feuchtigkeitssensoren (2.1 bis 2.n) zur Erfassung eines Feuchtigkeitsbeschlags an Innenseiten von Fahrzeugfensterscheiben. Erfindungsgemäß ist zumindest eine Infrarotkamera (3) an einem Dachhimmel im Fahrzeuginnenraum angeordnet, welche bei erfasstem Feuchtigkeitsbeschlag an Fahrzeugfensterscheiben automatisch aktivierbar ist. Weiterhin ist zumindest eine Auswerteeinheit (4) vorgesehen, welche zu einer Auswertung mittels der Infrarotkamera (3) erfasster Daten und zu einer Ermittlung einer Position und/oder eines Objekts, an welcher und/oder an welchem die größte Feuchtigkeit im Fahrzeuginnenraum vorliegt, ausgebildet ist. Zusätzlich ist zumindest eine Temperiervorrichtung (5) mit einer Steuereinheit (5.1) vorgesehen, wobei die Steuereinheit (5.1) ausgebildet ist, die Temperiervorrichtung (5) derart anzusteuern, dass ein mittels der Temperiervorrichtung ...

Klimavorrichtung für ein Fahrzeug

In einer Klimavorrichtung für ein Fahrzeug wird ein Abstand (D) zwischen dem Fahrzeug (5) und einem Fahrzeug (6) davor erfasst. Wenn der Abstand (D) gleich oder geringer als ein vorbestimmter Abstand (X¶0¶) ist, wird ein Schadstoffschwellwert einer Konzentration von Abgasschadstoffen von einem ersten Niveau (A1) zu einem zweiten Niveau (A2), das niedriger als das erste Niveau (A1) ist, verändert. Dann wird bestimmt, ob die Konzentration der Abgasschadstoffe gleich oder geringer als das zweite Niveau (A2) ist. Wenn die Konzentration größer als das zweite Niveau (A2) ist, wird ein Innenluftmodus ausgewählt. Wenn bestimmt wird, dass der Abstand (D) größer als der vorbestimmte Abstand (X¶0¶) ist, wird bestimmt, ob die Konzentration gleich oder größer als das erste Niveau (A1) des Schadstoffschwellwerts ist. Wenn die Konzentration größer als das erste Niveau (A1) ist, wird der Innenluftmodus ausgewählt.

Bauteil eines Klimatisierungs- oder Fenstersystems

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Bauteil eines Klimatisierungssystems oder Fenstersystems für ein Freizeitfahrzeug, das Bauteil deckt einen Montagerahmen 200 des Klimatisierungssystems oder Fenstersystems ab und das Bauteil ist ausgewählt aus einer Luftverteilungseinheit 500, die konfiguriert ist, um Luft im Inneren des Freizeitfahrzeugs zu verteilen, einem dekorativen Fensterrahmen 301 und einer Verschattungseinheit 700 zum Einstellen der Menge an einfallendem Licht, wobei das Bauteil einen oder mehrere Anbringungsabschnitte 901 aufweist, die im montierten Zustand für den Benutzer vom Inneren des Freizeitfahrzeugs zugänglich sind, wobei jeder der einen oder mehreren Anbringungsabschnitte 901 entweder mit einem bestimmten Modul 900 oder mit einer Vielzahl von verschiedenen Modulen 900 in einer gegenseitig austauschbaren Weise verbindbar ist, und wobei die Module 900 Sensoren zum Erfassen von Ereignissen oder Parameteränderungen im Inneren des Freizeitfahrzeugs oder Emissionsvorrichtungen ...

Sensor technology used in the construction of vehicles for controlling ventilation and air-conditioning systems

It is known to control ventilation and filter systems as well as air-conditioning systems for the ventilation of vehicle cabs via sensors which register harmful substances and according to their function switch filter systems on or switch ventilation flaps and fans on or off. In the case of the known sensor technologies, it has proven disadvantageous that HC compounds are not perceived and, as a consequence, the ventilation or a filter system is not switched on. In order to eliminate this disadvantage, according to the invention it is proposed that two sensor systems be nested one inside the other or arranged in a touching manner next to one another in a manner such that a sensor system for perceiving acid constituents and CO compounds is set up and the integrated sensor module in the mentioned sensor or the module which is arranged in a touching manner is composed of an alloy, this alloy of the sensor part which is responsible for the HC compound being heated, in the case of a corresponding ...

Automobile air-conditioning unit has air within air-conditioning casing vented via water drainage outlet upon closure of air exit openings to passenger compartment

The air-conditioning unit has air supplied by a fan to an air-conditioning casing (17) containing an evaporator (21), a relatively spaced heat exchanger (24) and an air distributor (25) with controlled air exit openings (26-28). A water drainage outlet (34) is provided between the evaporator and the heat exchanger, with selective venting of air via the water drainage outlet by closure of the control flaps (29) for the air exit openings.

Method and system of mapping emissions

Information is received about a network of vehicles comprising location and emission of nitrogen oxides (NOx, a pollutant). For each vehicle, a travel path, and emission along that path, is predicted. The location and an indication of the emission is displayed on a digital map 102, and also the predicted path and predicted emission. A route may be generated to minimise exposure to emission, so that the air is cleaner on that route. The real-time location and NOx emission information, and the predicted information, may be presented as separate layers on the digital map, or as a single layer. The emission information may be colour-coded. The method may be used as part of a navigational system. The location and emission information may be received directly from each vehicle in the network (e.g. through V2V or DSRC), or via a database. The vehicles may measure emissions using onboard sensors 106.

Intelligent automotive air-quality assessment and management

Intelligent in-vehicle air-quality control

Air quality monitoring and control system

An air quality system includes an air precleaner, a filter identification component, and a control module. The air precleaner has a precleaner housing and a filter disposed inside the precleaner housing. The filter identification component is positioned within the precleaner housing at a first position and is mounted on the filter. The control module is positioned within the precleaner housing at a second position and is configured to emit an electrical field and communicate with the filter identification component via the emitted electrical field.

CONTROL SYSTEM FOR AIR CLEANER

A system for controlling an air cleaner having high ability to remove smoke but low ability to remove gas with use of a gas sensor having higher sensitivity to gas than to smoke. The air cleaner is brought into operation when the gas sensor detects the gas released with the occurrence of smoke. The progress of removal of smoke is detected from the saturation of the gas sensor output, whereupon the cleaner is brought out of operation. Preferably, the air cleaner is held in operation for a predetermined period of time after the detection of the saturation to fully remove the smoke.

GAS DETECTING DEVICE, AUTOVENTILATION SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE

The invention provides a gas detector for detecting the change in concentration of specific gas while reducing environmental effects, such as temperature, humidity and wind velocity, and also provides an automobile ventilation system. A gas detector (10) and an automobile ventilation system (100) use a gas sensor element (11) whose sensor resistance Rs varies with the concentration of gas such as NOx. A sensor output value S(n) is obtained by A/D conversion of the output from a sensor resistance converter circuit (14). A base value B(n) is determined from B(n)=B(n-1)+k1{S(n)-B(n-1)}, and a difference D(n)=S(n)-B(n) is also determined. If a rise in concentration of gas makes the difference exceed a predetermined concentration threshold, a signal indicative of excessive concentration is generated to close a flap (34), and a base value B(n) is determined from B(n)=B(n-1)+k2{S(n)-B(n-1)} using a coefficient k2 smaller than k1.

A SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR ASSESSING AND REDUCING AIR POLLUTION BY REGULATING AIRFLOW VENTILATION

Disclosed are means for monitoring the levels of air pollution in urban areas for the purpose of optimizing the conditions of airflow ventilation of buildings according to air pollution levels in their area. The invention supplies data in real time regarding local air pollution levels or relative levels, i.e. current air pollution levels in relation to previous ones. The disclosed system and method makes use of the fluctuations in air pollution levels in order to achieve optimal reduction of air pollution levels inside buildings. The system defines optimal times for ventilation in order to achieve a significant and persisting improvement of indoor air quality, in a routine manner, by using measurements of nondeterministic, continuous and effective fluctuations in air pollution levels at the surroundings of each building, specifically in locations which don't include monitoring stations.

Signal evaluation circuit for semiconductor pollutant sensor

The signal evaluation circuit uses a current source (2) connected in series with the sensor (1), to provide a voltage divider, with the voltage tap-off coupled to an integrator (3), providing a control potential (4) for adjusting the current level of the current source (2). The sensor voltage obtained from the voltage tap-off is fed to one input of a comparator (5) with a switch threshold controlled by a potentiometer (6), allowing it to be switched by the peak pollutant levels to control the fresh air vents or air-conditioning in a road vehicle. Pref. the sensor signal is digitalised and fed to a microprocessor comparing it with a reference value held in a binary register. This reference can be updated in dependance on the sensor level by addition or subtraction of one bit from a time loop.

Signal evaluation circuit for semiconductor pollutant sensor

The signal evaluation circuit uses a current source (2) connected in series with the sensor (1), to provide a voltage divider, with the voltage tap-off coupled to an integrator (3), providing a control potential (4) for adjusting the current level of the current source (2). The sensor voltage obtained from the voltage tap-off is fed to one input of a comparator (5) with a switch threshold controlled by a potentiometer (6), allowing it to be switched by the peak pollutant levels to control the fresh air vents or air-conditioning in a road vehicle. Pref. the sensor signal is digitalised and fed to a microprocessor comparing it with a reference value held in a binary register. This reference can be updated in dependance on the sensor level by addition or subtraction of one bit from a time loop.

VERFAHREN ZUM STEUERN EINES NUTZMODUS, WIE EINES PAUSENMODUS, IN UMWELDFREUNDLICHEN FAHRZEUGEN UND FAHRZEUGSYSTEM.

Ein Fahrzeugsystem (300) ist darauf ausgerichtet, einem Fahrer einen Nutzmodus bereitzustellen, der ein Innenraum-Umgebungszustand eines Fahrzeugs ist, in dem er sich ausruhen kann, und schließt ein: einen Fahrzeug-Kommunikationsabschnitt, der konfiguriert ist, um eine erste Anforderungsnachricht zum Anfordern der Ausführung des Nutzmodus durch Kommunizieren mit einem Server-Endgerät(200) , das in dem Fahrzeug das in dem Fahrzeug bereitgestellt ist, oder mit einem Fahrer-Endgerät (100) zu empfangen, das der Fahrer besitzt; und eine Fahrzeugsteuereinheit, die konfiguriert ist, um elektrische Komponenten und Steuereinheiten, die in das Antreiben des Fahrzeugs (1) einbezogen sind, in einen Aus-Zustand zu versetzen, wenn eine Eintrittsbedingung für die Ausführung des Nutzmodus erfüllt ist und das Starten des Fahrzeugs sich in einem Ein-Zustand befindet, und um eine Klimatisierungsvorrichtung, die einen Innenraum-Luftzustand des Fahrzeugs steuert, und einen Stapel, der Energie erzeugt, die in ...

用于调节快速行驶车辆的空气的方法和装置

... 用于调节迅速行驶的车辆，特别是有轨车辆的空气的方法，其中为了保持在车辆内部空间(8)内的至少一个空气质量值的至少一个预定的界限，从车辆周围吸进新鲜空气，并且把经过至少一个空气处理装置(7)处理过的送风引进车辆内部空间(8)，该送风含有一个新鲜空气份额和/或一个由车辆内部空间(8)回送的循环空气的循环空气份额，在此通过用于测定空气质量值的仪器(6)进行控制，在此新鲜空气份额根据在车辆内部空间(8)内的占用率这样保持为最小，即至少在一个没有压力事件的正常操作内基本上把空气质量值保持在一个预定的公差范围内。本发明还涉及用于实施此方法的装置。 ...

POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE AIR-POLLUTION CONTROL STRATEGY DEFINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INTENDED ROUTE OF A VEHICLE

METHOD FOR MANAGING AIR QUALITY IN A VEHICLE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

DEODORIZING SYSTEM FOR THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

METHOD FOR MANAGING AIR QUALITY IN A MOTOR VEHICLE, SYSTEM FOR MANAGING AIR QUALITY AND RACK GUIDE

AN AIR TREATMENT DEVICE WITH MEMBRANE FILTER, FOR A HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING VEHICLE

Un dispositif de traitement d'air (DT) équipe une installation de chauffage/ climatisation (IC) propre à alimenter en air traité un habitacle (H) de véhicule (V). Ce dispositif (DT) comprend un compresseur (CA) propre à compresser de l'air à traiter pour délivrer de l'air à traiter compressé à une pression finale strictement supérieure à une pression ambiante, un filtre à membrane (FM) agencé pour filtrer l'air à traiter compressé pour extraire au moins une partie des molécules d'au moins une espèce chimique qu'il comprend et délivrer un air traité destiné à alimenter l'installation (IC), et des moyens de contrôle (MCT) agencés pour contrôler le fonctionnement du compresseur (CA) en fonction d'une instruction reçue.

Process of ordering of an installation of ventilation of the cockpit of a motor vehicle, enfonction of at least a threshold of commutation of the concentration in harmful components

... a) Procédé de commande d'une installation de ventilation de l'habitacle d'un véhicule automobile, en fonction d'au moins un seuil de commutation de la concentration en composants nocifs. b) Procédé caractérisé en ce que le seuil de commutation est une fonction de la concentration en composants nocifs à l'intérieur de l'habitacle (K(t)), le seuil de commutation étant asservi suivant la tendance de la concentration en composants nocifs à l'intérieur de l'habitacle ((K(t)).

AIR QUALITY SYSTEM FOR MOTOR VEHICLE

L'invention concerne un système de qualité d'air pour véhicule automobile, comprenant au moins un élément de purification (35) d'un flux d'air à destination d'un habitacle du véhicule automobile, au moins un capteur de matière particulaire (36) configuré pour mesurer une concentration de particules dans un flux d'air et un dispositif (30) de contrôle de passage d'un flux d'air dans ledit dudit au moins un élément de purification configuré pour être commandé par le résultat de la mesure du capteur de matière particulaire.

Air conditioning unit for a motor vehicle

CONDITIONER Of AIR FOR CABINS OF WORK IN ATMOSPHERE POLLUEE

A SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR ASSESSING AND REDUCING AIR POLLUTION BY REGULATING AIRFLOW VENTIILATION

Disclosed are means for monitoring the levels of air pollution in urban areas for the purpose of optimizing the conditions of airflow ventilation of buildings according to air pollution levels in their area. The invention supplies data in real time regarding local air pollution levels or relative levels, i.e. current air pollution levels in relation to previous ones. The disclosed system and method makes use of the fluctuations in air pollution levels in order to achieve optimal reduction of air pollution levels inside buildings. The system defines optimal times for ventilation in order to achieve a significant and persisting improvement of indoor air quality, in a routine manner, by using measurements of nondeterministic, continuous and effective fluctuations in air pollution levels at the surroundings of each building, specifically in locations which don't include monitoring stations. © KIPO & WIPO 2009 ...

SENSOR ASSEMBLY FOR DETECTING ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTIC VALUES AND METHOD FOR GENERATING CORRESPONDING OUTPUT SIGNALS

The invention relates to a sensor assembly for detecting environmental variables and their effect on living things, in particular on humans, comprising one or more sensors (1,...,6), which detect(s) one or more variables using a respective specific sensor profile and accordingly output(s) respective sensor signals (S1,...,S6). The assembly is provided with at least one sensor (1,...,6) that measures absolute values, or at least two corresponding sensors (1,...,6) with different profiles that measure the same variable, or a combination of said sensors, for generating at least one output signal (11) and representing subjectively experienced variables. At least one of the following sensors can be used: a sensor (1) for measuring the temperature without the influence of thermal radiation, said sensor providing a sensor signal (S1); a sensor (2) for measuring the temperature with the influence of thermal radiation, said sensor providing a sensor signal (S2); a sensor (3) for measuring the absolute ...

MIST-GENERATMG DEVICE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SANITIZING VEHICLE INTERIORS AND HVAC SYSTEMS

A mist-generating device that can be connected to a vehicle's Low Direct Current Voltage (LDCV) power supply is disclosed. The device can be used to treat mold, bacteria and clean or remove odors on exposed and hard-to-reach surfaces of the interior of a car. The device can include a unique filling system that can be used to prevent foreign materials from entering into the unit, including fluids or substances that would deteriorate the performance of the unit or the components of the device itself. The inside of the device can include an internal anti-foam and anti-splash structure designed to keep electronic components dry and reduce the foaming and turbulence of the fluid being misted. Further, the inside of the device in one embodiment is split into three adjacent areas, which govern efficient flow of air and atomized chemicals through the device.

Methods and systems for monitoring and displaying energy use and energy cost of a transport vehicle climate control system or a fleet of transport vehicle climate control systems

A method for monitoring and displaying energy use and energy cost of a transport vehicle climate control system is provided. The method includes a controller monitoring and measuring energy parameters of the transport vehicle climate control system. The method also includes calculating energy utilization of the transport vehicle climate control system based on the energy parameters. Also, the method includes calculating energy costs of the transport vehicle climate control system based on the calculated energy utilization. Further, the method includes displaying the calculated energy utilization and the calculated energy costs of the transport climate control system on a user interface.

Sensing system for controlling air circulation valves in motor vehicles

PCT No. PCT/EP87/00592 Sec. 371 Date Jun. 3, 1988 Sec. 102(e) Date Jun. 3, 1988 PCT Filed Oct. 10, 1987 PCT Pub. No. WO88/02704 PCT Pub. Date Apr. 21, 1988.The invention relates to a sensor with integrated signal preconditioning and switching amplifier, whose switching point variably adjusts to slow variations in the output level of the sensor, in order to compensate for the slow influences of temperature and humidity on the sensor and to adjust the switching behavior to external conditions. For this, the invention uses a system for locking the control values to the switching threshold, obtained from the integrated sensor signal.

Method Of Estimating An Air Quality Condition By A Motor Vehicle

A method and system for estimating an air quality condition based on vehicle data received from surrounding vehicles is disclosed. The method includes a step of determining a dynamic traffic pattern from the received vehicle data to determine a level of congestion. The method also includes a step of estimating the air quality condition based on the dynamic traffic pattern. The method and system further includes adjusting one or more settings of a cabin air control system based on the estimated air quality condition.

VENTILATION SYSTEM

The present invention relates to a ventilation system 24 for a land vehicle 10. The ventilation system 24 comprises an inlet duct 26 for allowing exterior air to enter a cabin of the vehicle. The inlet duct 26 has a source port 38 located at an exterior of the vehicle 10 and the inlet duct 26 also has an exhaust port 40 located within a cabin of the vehicle 10. The ventilation system 24 has an outlet duct 28 for allowing interior air to exit the cabin of the vehicle 10. The outlet duct 28 has a source port 44 located within the cabin of the vehicle 10 and the outlet duct 28 also has an exhaust port 46 located at an exterior of the vehicle. The ventilation system 24 has an air propulsion element to cause selectively an airflow between the cabin interior and the vehicle exterior; wherein the source port 38 of the inlet duct 26 and the exhaust port 46 of the outlet duct 28 are collocated in a zone of substantially equivalent dynamic pressure, in-use.

Speed-based window control

Apparatus and methods are disclosed for speed-based window control. An example disclosed vehicle includes a speed sensor and a body control module. When a side window is open, the body control module monitors, via the speed sensor, a speed of the vehicle. In response to the speed of the vehicle satisfying a first speed threshold, the body control module closes the side window and then, after the side window is closed, activates an air conditioner.

ADAPTIVE INTERIOR AIR QUALITY CONTROL APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR VEHICLE COMPARTMENT

Embodiments of apparatus and methods for adaptively controlling air quality in a vehicle compartment are described. In embodiments, an apparatus may include a sensor interface configured to interface with one or more sensors, disposed at one or more locations at one or more sides or in an interior space of a vehicle compartment, and configured to measure one or more indicators of air quality at the one or more locations. The apparatus may further include one or more airflow controllers configured to adaptively control a plurality of ventilation components of the vehicle compartment to regulate airflow in the interior space, based at least in part on the measured indicators of air quality. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.

Air-conditioning unit of a vehicle

An air-conditioning unit of a vehicle for air-conditioning a vehicle interior may include a unit outlet for discharging air into the vehicle interior, an outside-air duct for an intake of outside air, and an air recirculation duct for recirculation of inside air from the vehicle interior. The air-conditioning unit may also include an outside-air shut-off element arranged in the outside-air duct, which in a closed position blocks a flow of outside air through the outside-air duct, and a recirculated-air shut-off element arranged in the air recirculation duct, which in a closed position blocks a flow of inside air through the air recirculation duct. The air-conditioning unit may further include a sensor device for detecting a property of air. On at least one duct of the outside-air duct and the recirculation duct, a bypass may be arranged which bypasses an associated shut-off element and is fluidically connected to the sensor device.

Automatic vehicle climate control based on predicted air quality

Mechanisms are provided for controlling air quality within an interior of a vehicle. Air quality data is received from a vehicle mounted sensor of the vehicle, and at least one of a sensor of another vehicle, an external environment sensor, or a remotely located information source system. A first air quality measure is determined for an external environment exterior to the vehicle and a second air quality measure of an internal environment of the vehicle is determined based on the air quality data. At least one control signal to send to a climate control system of the vehicle is determined based on the determined first air quality measure and determined second air quality measure. Air quality within the internal environment of the vehicle is controlled by sending the at least one control signal to the climate control system.

Vehicle air control system

A vehicle air control system includes a vehicle body that defines an interior. A first particulate matter sensor is coupled to an exterior of the vehicle body. A second particulate matter sensor is disposed within the interior of the vehicle body. A temperature sensor is coupled to the exterior of the vehicle body. A vehicle speed sensor is coupled to the vehicle body. A heat, ventilation, and air condition (HVAC) system is disposed within the interior of the vehicle body. The HVAC system includes an inlet door rotatable between a first position, a second position, and a third position therebetween. A controller is configured to receive a signal from at least one of the first and second particulate matter sensors, the temperature sensors, and the vehicle speed sensor. The controller is configured to rotate the inlet door in response to the signal.

INTERIOR AIR QUALITY MONITORING AND VENTILATION CONTROL METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR TRAIN

The present invention discloses an interior air quality monitoring and ventilation control method and system for a train. The interior air quality monitoring and ventilation control method for the train comprises: acquiring multiple groups of interior and exterior air quality detection data; acquiring interior and exterior air comprehensive evaluation index Q0and Q1by using the experimental data; training an exterior fresh air volume control model if Q0≥Q1, or else training an interior air purification control model; detecting the interior and exterior air quality detection data; acquiring the interior and exterior air comprehensive evaluation index Q0and Q1by using the detection data; if Q0≥Q1, calling the exterior fresh air volume control model to obtain the required ventilation volume level and controlling a ventilation system with the output result; otherwise, calling the interior air purification control model to obtain the required ventilation volume level and air purification device ...

FORCED-VENTILATED MEASURING DEVICE FOR DETECTING TECHNICAL PARAMETERS RELATING TO THE AIR

The measurement of technical parameters relating to the air, such as air humidity, air temperature, and air quality, is distorted by local influences such as radiant heat or thermal bridges. Results recorded by sensors for detecting gases in the air, for example for monitoring purposes or for explosion protection, can also be falsified by local non-homogeneities. The invention relates to the permanent, artificial forced ventilation of a measuring device for at least one sensor by means of a silently operating ion ventilator. According to the invention, the high voltage driving the ion ventilator can be produced by means of a piezoelectric transducer. The invention also relates to applications for detecting parameters relating to the air inside motor vehicles, and to methods for carrying out said method.

A SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR ASSESSING AND REDUCING AIR POLLUTION BY REGULATING AIRFLOW VENTIILATION

АНАЛИЗ ДАННЫХ ОТ ДАТЧИКА ЧАСТИЦ В ТРАНСПОРТНОМ СРЕДСТВЕ

Изобретение относится к транспортным средствам с датчиками обнаружения загрязняющих частиц в воздухе. Транспортное средство может включать в себя датчики частиц, выполненные с возможностью формирования данных по частицам, указывающих на размер и количество частиц в окружающей среде. Транспортное средство также может включать в себя вычислительное устройство, выполненное с возможностью приема данных по частицам от по меньшей мере одного датчика частиц, сравнения данных по частицам с данными сигнатуры, идентифицирующими состояние по частицам, и регулирования установочного параметра транспортного средства для принятия мер в ответ на состояние по частицам, или предупреждения пользователя о состоянии по частицам. Сервер может принимать запрос маршрута от транспортного средства через сеть связи. Запрос маршрута определяет местоположение пункта назначения для транспортного средства и указание данных сигнатуры, описывающих частицы, которых следует избегать, строить маршрут, избегающий частиц, согласно ...

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Klimaanlage für Kraftfahrzeuginnenraum

Klimaanlage für Kraftfahrzeuginnenraum

Regelvorrichtung für ein Kraftfahrzeug und Verfahren zur Regelung

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Regelvorrichtung für ein Kraftfahrzeug, insbesondere für ein Kraftfahrzeug mit einer Klimaanlage (1), welche insbesondere CO¶2¶ als Kältemittel enthält, wobei die Regelvorrichtung derart ausgelegt ist, dass zeitweise eine Zwangsbe- und/oder -entlüftung vorgesehen ist, während der Luft aus dem Fahrzeuginnenraum nach außen abgeführt und Frischluft zugeführt wird.

Anordnung von Bauteilen zur Belüftung, Heizung und/oder Klimatisierung eines Kraftfahrzeugs

Verfahren zur Luftqualitätsoptimierung, Steuerung, Fahrzeug und System zur Durchführung des Verfahrens

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zur Luftqualitätsoptimierung auf von Straßenfahrzeugen befahrbaren Routen, mit: Festlegen eines Ankunftsorts; Ermitteln wenigstens einer Route, die zum Ankunftsort führt; Abrufen verfügbarer Luftqualitätsdaten für die ermittelte Route; und Prädizieren von zukünftigen Luftqualitätsdaten für die ermittelte Route ausgehend von den verfügbaren Luftqualitätsdaten wobei das Prädizieren mittels eines Luftqualitäts-Bestimmungsmodells erfolgt, das eine Einheit für maschinelles Lernen aufweist. Die Erfindung betrifft weiter hin ein Navigationssystem, ein Fahrzeug und ein System zur Durchführung des Verfahrens.

Kraftfahrzeug

Die Erfindung betrifft Kraftfahrzeug (2) aufweisend einen Fahrgastraum (6), einen Kältemittelkreislauf (4) mit einem darin eingeschlossenen Kältemittel sowie eine Vorrichtung (16) zur bedarfsweisen Entleerung des Kältemittelkreislaufs (4) durch eine außerhalb des Fahrgastraums (6) positionierte Auslassöffnung (20), wobei die Vorrichtung (16) eine Sensoreinheit (18) zur Überwachung des Fahrgastraums (6) auf austretendes Kältemittel aufweist.

Verfahren zum Betreiben eines Kraftwagens

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zum Betreiben eines Kraftwagens, bei welchem mittels wenigstens eines Außensensors zumindest eine eine Luftqualität in der Umgebung des Kraftwagens charakterisierende erste Messgröße (Schritt S1) und mittels wenigstens eines Innensensors zumindest eine eine Luftqualität im Innenraum des Kraftwagens charakterisierende zweite Messgröße erfasst wird (Schritt S3), wobei die Messgrößen miteinander verglichen werden (Schritt S6), wobei in Abhängigkeit von dem Vergleich wenigstens ein den Vergleich charakterisierendes, akustisches und/oder optisches Signal im Innenraum ausgegeben wird (Schritte S7, S8).

SENSOR ZUR STEUERUNG VON UMLUFTKLAPPEN VON KRAFTFAHRZEUGEN.

Anordnung in einer Kabine eines Fahrzeugs

Anordnung in einer Kabine (10) eines Fahrzeugs, die ein Ventilations- und/oder Klimatisierungssystem (14) mit einem Ventilator (15) zum Einblasen von Luft in die Kabine (10) und einen Gasdetektor (16) zum Feststellen von schädlichem Gas in der Kabine aufweist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Ventilator (15) für eine Umkehrbetriebsweise ausgelegt ist, um Luft als Reaktion auf das mit Hilfe des Gasdetektors (16) erfasste, schädliche Gas aus der Kabine (10) abzuführen.

Ventilation device for the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle

In a ventilation device for the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle, in which a shut-off device for exterior air which is charged with noxious or pungent materials is actuated as a function of the output signal of a measuring sensor which is related to a predetermined reference value, the system can be matched to the human sense of smell in that the reference value is varied in accordance with the variation in the signal of the measuring sensor.

A system and method for operating an agricultural application machine

A method of operating an agricultural application machine, in the form of a self-propelled sprayer (10, Fig. 1), which is also provided with a cab (23, Fig. 1) to accommodate an operator, to apply a chemical during an application operation 102. The method comprising determining the level of chemicals in the air at the machine, which may comprise determining 104 the chemical levels in the air outside or air inside of the cab; and controlling an application operation based on the determined chemical levels, which may comprise of adjusting 108 or continuing the application operation if the chemical level is above or below a threshold level 106, which may be a user defined threshold, such that hazardous chemical levels are not reached inside the cab. Controlling the application operation may comprise adjusting or controlling the spray direction or flow rate. Determining the levels of chemical levels in the air may be achieved by a chemical sensor (60, Fig. 3). A central controller (54, Fig.

Ventilation system

DUCTED WARM AIR HEATING SYSTEMS

... 1419013 Valves BLOXWICH LOCK & STAMPING CO Ltd 3 April 1974 [5 April 1973] 16236/73 Heading F4V [Also in Division G1] The flow of air in a ducted warm air heating system is interrupted by a shutter closed by a photo-electric arrangement on detection of smoke or smog in the air flow. As shown, Fig. 1, a casing 1 designed to be incorporated in a duct is provided with a horizontally pivoted shutter 3 having a slot 4. A control unit 8 projects a beam of light across the duct for repeated reflection from opposing mirrors. The beam passes through the slot 4 and is received by a photo-detector. When smoke or smog is detected the shutter 3 is rotated to close the duct and a panel 5 slides down to close the slot 4 in the shutter. A visible or audible alarm may be provided and actuation of the system may cut off the air heating device. The shutter is re-opened by a manual control.

Internal air quality in vehicles

A vehicle 2 comprises a receiver 18 which receives air quality data at the vehicles current location. An air inlet 12 automatically controls ingress of air from the exterior of the vehicle 5 to a vehicle cabin 8 depending on the received air quality data. The ingress of air may also depend on the number of people in the vehicle, the average speed, the route taken, or an air quality parameter measured by an internal air sensor 6. Air ingress may be controlled by a valve (24, Fig. 2a) and a variable speed fan. The vehicle may also have an air treatment module such as a filter. The vehicle may have an external air quality sensor 4 with air quality at the vehicles location determined using the sensor data and the received air quality data. A method of determining an air quality parameter at a plurality of locations using received air quality from a plurality of vehicles (2, 44, 46, 50, Fig. 5) and from one or more fixed air monitoring stations (42, Fig. 5) is also claimed.

Hydrocarbon-emissions monitoring

ABC-CLOSE VEHICLE WITH CO2-SENSOREN AS WELL AS PROCEDURE FOR THE INTERIOR AIR QUALITY REGULATION

SENSOR SYSTEM FOR AIR POLLUTION

VEHICLE VENTILATION SYSTEM (VARIANTS)

... ?The group of inventions can be used in the creation of selective "intelligent" systems for air conditioning and ventilation of passenger compartments and cabs of motor vehicles, railroad passenger cars etc. In one variant, a ventilation system contains a sensing element, which detects exhalation by (one or several) passengers, and means for discharging (removing) air from the cab of a vehicle, which are designed so as to be capable of discharging primarily the portion of the air exhaled by the passengers. In a second variant, air withdrawal elements of the ventilation system are disposed in the area of circulation of a stream of exhaled air, while the direction of streams from supply means enables the extraction of said exhaled air. In addition, such a system can be provided with respiration sensors, as a result of which the removal of masses with a maximum concentration of exhalation products is carried out. This makes it possible to increase the effectiveness of ventilation systems in ...

VEHICULAR IRRITANT DETECTION AND MITIGATION SYSTEM

Methods and systems for mitigating irritants during travel in a vehicle. The method includes determining, at a remote server, an airborne irritant is present external to the vehicle, which may involve data from the vehicle or from other nearby vehicles. The data may be direct irritant measurements by sensors or may be indirect data indicative of possible irritants. Based on the determination that the airborne irritant is likely present external to the vehicle, an irritant mitigation action is caused within the vehicle. The irritant mitigation action may include displaying a notification signaling presence of the airborne irritant, outputting an audio notification signaling presence of the airborne irritant, closing a window of the vehicle, or closing an air vent of the vehicle.

Air conditioning system for passenger compartment of car, has electronic management unit to compare value obtained using additional parameter with threshold value mapped based on interior and outside temperatures, and vary position of flap

Un système (1) de conditionnement d'air d'un habitacle (7) de véhicule automobile, comprend : -un pulseur d'air (2), apte à aspirer simultanément un premier flux d'air arrivant d'un premier conduit amont (3) relié à l'extérieur de l'habitacle, et un second flux d'air arrivant d'un second conduit amont (4) relié à une prise d'air intérieure à l'habitacle, et à diriger ces flux d'air vers un ou plusieurs conduit de conditionnement (5) débouchant à l'intérieur de l'habitacle (7), -un volet motorisé (13), apte à obturer totalement ou partiellement le premier conduit (3), et régulable pas à pas entre une position ouverte où le débit du premier flux d'air peut atteindre une valeur maximale, et une position fermée, où le débit du premier flux d'air est minimal, -un capteur (15) de température d'air extérieur au véhicule et un capteur (16) de température d'air intérieur au véhicule, caractérisé en ce que le système comprend également une unité de gestion électronique (10), reliée au volet motorisé ...

AIR PURIFICATION SYSTEM FOR A PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE OF A VEHICLE ACCORDING TO A POLLUTION AND DANGER OF PHYSIOLOGICAL AND/OR FOGGING

Un dispositif de dépollution d'air (DD) équipe un véhicule (V) comprenant un habitacle (H) et un volet d'alimentation pouvant prendre des positions fermée, ouverte et intermédiaire permettant d'alimenter l'habitacle (H) en airs intérieur, extérieur, et intérieur et extérieur. Ce dispositif (DD) comprend des moyens de dépollution (MD) agencés pour dépolluer de l'air alimentant l'habitacle (H), des moyens d'analyse (MA) agencés pour estimer un risque de pollution en fonction de données représentatives de la qualité de l'air extérieur, et des risque physiologique et/ou risque d'embuage en fonction au moins d'une concentration de gaz carbonique et/ou d'un taux d'humidité dans l'habitacle (H), du nombre de passagers, et de paramètres physiques et de santé des passagers, et des moyens de contrôle (MCT) agencés pour contrôler la position du volet d'alimentation et le fonctionnement des moyens de dépollution (MD) en fonction des risque de pollution, risque physiologique et/ou risque d'embuage estimés ...

Air conditioning installation controlling method for motor vehicle, involves triggering regeneration of gas filter based on signal from toxicity sensor and temperature inside vehicle, where sensor is placed in air flow upstream of filter

Selon un procédé de commande d'une installation de conditionnement d'air d'un véhicule automobile comportant d'un filtre à gaz (10), on réalise une régénération du filtre à gaz (10) en faisant passer de l'air chaud à travers le filtre (10) pour désorber des polluants captés par le filtre (10) et en les envoyant à l'extérieur du véhicule. On déclenche la régénération en fonction d'un signal issu d'un capteur de toxicité ou de la température à l'intérieur du véhicule.

DEODORIZING SYSTEM FOR THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

L'invention propose un procédé de gestion de la distribution d'air dans l'habitacle d'un véhicule automobile comprenant un circuit de conditionnement d'air muni d'un pulseur, d'un filtre à air, d'un échangeur de conditionnement conçu pour modifier au moins une caractéristique physique de l'air. On déclenche une circulation forcée de l'air dans le circuit de conditionnement et au travers du filtre à air au moyen du pulseur, si le conducteur du véhicule actionne une première commande de conditionnement de l'air, et on déclenche également une circulation forcée, en circuit fermé, de l'air dans le circuit de conditionnement, pendant une durée minimale prédéfinie (tmax) et à un débit plus élevé que lors de l'actionnement de la première commande de conditionnement, si le conducteur du véhicule actionne une seconde commande distincte de la première commande.

Motorized closing device for e.g. sunroof, has pollution sensor connected to control module for closing opening frames of motor vehicle when level of detected pollutants exceeds predetermined threshold

La présente invention a pour objet un dispositif de fermeture motorisé (1) d'un ou de plusieurs ouvrant(s) de véhicule automobile tel qu'un toit ouvrant et/ou une vitre, comprenant pour chaque ouvrant un moteur de déplacement (3) dudit ouvrant entre des positions ouvertes et une position fermée et un module de commande du ou des moteur(s) (3) pour ouvrir ou fermer le ou les ouvrant(s) de façon motorisée. Le dispositif comprend au moins un capteur de pollution (7) apte à détecter la présence d'un ou de plusieurs polluants dans l'air et relié audit module de commande de manière à enclencher la fermeture de l'ensemble des ouvrants du véhicule automobile lorsque le niveau de pollution détecté dépasse un seuil prédéfini.

Automobile air conditioning system with climatic/pollution condition control via. satellite

L'invention concerne un dispositif de commande d'une installation de ventilation, chauffage et climatisation, d'un habitacle de véhicule automobile (200). Selon l'invention, ce dispositif comprend un module de liaison apte à communiquer avec un système de navigation (201, 202) pour commander la température et/ou le débit et/ou la répartition d'un flux d'air ventilé dans l'habitacle, en fonction d'informations que transmet le système de navigation.

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING AN ENCLOSURE, HAS AUXILIARY FLAP ROTATABLY SUPPORTING A TEST SENSOR OF THE OUTDOOR AIR AND RECIRCULATED AIR

METHOD FOR DETERMINING AN ESTIMATED VALUE OF A PARAMETER OF QUALITY OF THE AMBIENT AIR WITHIN A SPACE

PARTICULATE MATTER DETECTION SENSOR FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR AIR POLLUTION CONTROL OF A VEHICLE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT, AS WELL AS VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH SUCH A SYSTEM

L'invention vise à optimiser le traitement de l'air d'un habitacle de véhicule en mode recyclage total en tenant compte de l'humidité régnant dans cet habitacle dans le cas où la filtration est effectuée dans l'auvent du véhicule et non dans le climatiseur qui équipe le véhicule. Pour ce faire l'invention prévoit un recyclage total ou partiel de l'air en circulation dans l'habitacle en combinaison avec une dépollution de cet air dans une mesure telle qu'aucun risque d'embuage des parties vitrées de l'habitacle n'est détecté. Un système de dépollution d'un habitacle (11) de véhicule (1) selon l'invention comporte, à l'intérieur de l'habitacle (11): une centrale de dépollution et de circulation d'air (6), un climatiseur (5) sans filtre intégrant un compresseur de réfrigération pour souffler de l'air réfrigéré dans l'habitacle, un capteur à particules fines (7) de l'habitacle (11) et un détecteur de risque d'embuage (8) de parties vitrées (12) de l'habitacle (11); et, à l'extérieur de l'habitacle ...

METHOD FOR CLEANING THE AIR WITHIN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE PRIOR TO USE OF SAID VEHICLE

A FILTER DEVICE FILTER IS PASSED THROUGH BY AN AIR FLOW A NUMBER OF TIMES DEPENDING ON THE POLLUTION LEVEL, FOR A HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING

Un dispositif de filtration (DF) équipe une installation de chauffage/ climatisation (IC) propre à alimenter en air traité une enceinte (H). Ce dispositif (DF) comprend au moins un filtre (FD) équipant une zone (CD) de l'installation (IC) traversée par un flux d'air et propre à filtrer au moins une espèce chimique dans ce flux d'air, des moyens de canalisation (VC1, VC2, ME) agencés pour contraindre le flux d'air à traverser le filtre (FD) soit une seule fois selon un premier sens, soit au moins deux fois selon des premier et second sens opposés en fonction d'une instruction, et des moyens de contrôle (MCT) agencés pour déterminer cette instruction en fonction d'une donnée représentative d'un niveau de pollution d'air.

DEVICE FOR DETECTING PARTICULATE MATTER IN AN AIR STREAM FOR MOTOR VEHICLE

L'invention a pour objet un dispositif de détection de matière particulaire dans un flux d'air (F) pour un véhicule automobile, comprenant un moyen optique (2) pour la détection de la matière particulaire dans ledit flux d'air, ledit moyen optique (2) comprenant une source lumineuse (3) apte à émettre des ondes lumineuses, un élément de réception (4) apte à recevoir des ondes lumineuses, le dispositif (1) comprenant une zone dite zone d'analyse (8) et configurée pour que ledit flux d'air (F) y circule, la source lumineuse (3) étant disposée de sorte à émettre des ondes lumineuses dans la zone d'analyse (8) et l'élément de réception (4) étant disposé de sorte à recevoir des ondes lumineuses provenant de la zone d'analyse (8), le dispositif (1) comprenant un organe de protection (20) du moyen optique (2) agencé de sorte à empêcher des particules (P) de la matière particulaire de se déposer sur ledit moyen optique (2).

CONTROL SYSTEM FOR AIR CLEANER

The system includes a device for initiating the air cleaner into operation in response to an increase in the output of an gas sensor and a saturation detector for detecting that the increase in the gas sensor output per unit of time no longer becomes greater than a specified value so that the operation of the air cleaner is stopped. The saturation detector comprises a timer for holding the air cleaner in operaton for a predetermined period of time after the detection of the saturation. The timer is provided with a device for resetting the timer upon an increase in the gas sensor output. A device serves for stopping the operaton of the air cleaner in preference to an output from the timer upon detecting a reduction in the gas sensor output. Copyright 1997 KIPO ...

AIR POLLUTION SENSOR SYSTEM

The invention relates to an air pollution sensor system (1) incorporated in an enclosure (E), said enclosure comprising an air handling system inside an air duct (2), said air duct enabling a communication between air inside said enclosure and air outside said enclosure. The air duct comprises an air inlet for receiving air and an air outlet for releasing handled air inside said enclosure. The air pollution sensor system comprises at least one soot particle sensor (21) capable of sensing soot particles with a diameter in a range of approximately 5-500 nm inside said enclosure and providing a pollution information signal (P) in response to the sensing of said soot particles. The invention further relates to various types of soot particle sensors and air handling systems. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

DIAGNOSTIC AND RECIRCULATION CONTROL SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A vehicle system includes: a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system including: a passenger cabin air filter; and a blower configured to draw air through the passenger cabin air filter and blow air into a passenger cabin of a vehicle; an olfaction sensor configured to measure an amount of a chemical in air in a duct of the HVAC system downstream of the passenger cabin air filter; and a filter module configured to determine and indicate whether to replace the passenger cabin air filter based on the amount of the chemical in the air measured by the olfaction sensor.

Inside and outside air change-over control unit for vehicle use

At the time of the inside air mode, the concentration of CO₂ in the vehicle passenger compartment is calculated (S 80 ). When the calculated value of the concentration of CO₂ in the vehicle passenger compartment exceeds a predetermined value, the inside and outside change-over door is changed over to the outside air mode (S 90 , S 20 ).

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE HVAC CONTROL USING PORTABLE DEVICES

Methods and apparatus for vehicle HVAC control are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus includes a portable device interface of a vehicle, the portable device interface to be communicatively coupled with a portable device, a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) control system of the vehicle, where the HVAC control system is to be communicatively coupled to the portable device interface. The example apparatus also includes a processor to control the HVAC control system based on signals received at the portable device interface from the portable device.

Method And Device For Determining The Condition Of A Driver In A Closed Vehicle Interior

Method and device for determining a driver state including measuring volatile organic compounds in a passenger compartment at a first and second measuring time, measuring volatile organic compounds in the external air, determining differential values of the volatile organic compounds by comparing the measured values with a sum of the first measured value when in air intake mode and the external measured value when in air intake mode, and in the air recirculation mode.

METHOD FOR PREVENTING AND HANDLING IN-CAR AIR POLLUTION

A method for preventing and handling in-car air pollution includes providing an out-car gas detector to detect a polluted gas outside a car and transmit an out-car gas detection data; providing an in-car gas detector to detect a polluted gas in an interior space of the car and transmit an in-car gas detection data; providing an in-car gas exchange system for controlling and determining whether to introduce a gas outside the car into the interior space, where the in-car gas exchange system includes a cleaning unit for filtering and purifying the polluted gas in the interior space and a control driving unit for receiving and comparing the out-car gas detection data with the in-car gas detection data; and filtering and exchanging the polluted gas in the interior space after the control driving unit compares the out-car gas detection data with the in-car gas detection data.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM WITH GAS SENSOR FOR A VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING SUCH AN AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Method for adjusting the proportion of recirculated air in the air supplied to a passenger compartment

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM WITH GAS SENSOR FOR A VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING SUCH AN AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

СПОСОБ КАЛИБРОВКИ ДАТЧИКА ВОЗДУХА

Изобретение относится к области обработки воздуха. Способ калибровки датчика воздуха устройства обработки воздуха включает в себя этапы, на которых: i) - очищают воздух, используя устройство обработки воздуха; ii) - измеряют первое количество воздуха, используя датчик воздуха для получения первого значения для калибровки датчика воздуха, причем первое количество воздуха представляет собой смесь окружающего воздуха и очищенного воздуха, причем устройство обработки воздуха расположено в воздухонепроницаемом пространстве, а этап 2 дополнительно включает в себя этапы, на которых: определяют, удовлетворяет ли качество первого количества воздуха в воздухонепроницаемом пространстве заданному критерию; и если качество первого количества воздуха удовлетворяет заданному критерию, измеряют первое количество воздуха, используя датчик воздуха, для получения первого значения. Это позволяет повысить точность измерений и, как следствие, оптимизировать работу устройства обработки воздуха. 2 н. и 9 з.п.

СПОСОБ ОЦЕНКИ ПРОИЗВОДИТЕЛЬНОСТИ ФИЛЬТРАЦИИ ВОЗДУШНОГО ФИЛЬТРА ПАССАЖИРСКОГО САЛОНА ПРИ ОТОПЛЕНИИ, ВЕНТИЛЯЦИИ И КОНДИЦИОНИРОВАНИИ ВОЗДУХА (HVAC) ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

Device and method for determining and indicating the concentration of cigarette, cigar, pipe and car-exhaust smoke

A measuring and warning unit of this type according to the invention intended for determining burnt gases, such as cigarette and pipe smoke, which are harmful to health has hitherto not been known. It is not disputed, however, that particularly large concentrations of these burnt gases are harmful to health. An advantage of this unit is that not only are lethal hazards indicated, but also concentrations which are harmful to health but are far below the lethal concentrations. Attention is drawn to this danger to health by suitable optical and acoustic messages.

Heating system for fuel cell vehicle

The present invention provides a heating system for a fuel cell vehicle, in which an additional heating source is used together with an electric heater to lower power consumption and increase fuel efficiency of prior systems. For this purpose the present invention provides a heating system for a fuel cell vehicle, the heating system including: an electric heater for heating air blown by a blower fan and supplied to the interior of the vehicle; and a heater core provided in a coolant line, through which coolant for cooling a fuel cell stack is circulated, and is used for heating the air, blown by the blower fan and supplied to the interior of the vehicle, by heat transfer between the coolant and the air, wherein the heater core is provided at the downstream side of the fuel cell stack in a coolant circulation path such that the air is heated by waste heat of the coolant discharged from the fuel cell stack.

Air conditioner for vehicle

A vehicle air conditioner includes a blower for blowing air into a space of a vehicle compartment, and an air-conditioning mode switching portion for switching between air conditioning modes. The air conditioning modes include a normal air conditioning mode in which air conditioning of a specific region including a driver seat and air conditioning of a non-specific region not including the specific region in the space of the vehicle compartment are performed, and a specific-region prioritizing air conditioning mode in which an air conditioning capability for the non-specific region is decreased as compared to the normal air conditioning mode. The air-conditioning mode switching portion adjusts the air conditioning capability for the non-specific region based on a pressure of air drawn into the blower, in the specific-region prioritizing air conditioning mode.

Vehicle air-conditioning control apparatus

During a no-idling state, the opening of an air mix door is corrected in such a direction as to prolong a period of time in which the state of air conditioning before the no-idling state is sustainable, according to the state of air conditioning before the no-idling state and a target blow-off temperature during the no-idling state. Thereby, even when a compressor is stopped, a period of time in which a feeling of coolness or warmth is sustainable is prolonged, thus prolonging a no-idling time.

Cooling system for battery

A cooling system of a battery which efficiently cools a high voltage battery which is mounted in an electric vehicle or a hybrid vehicle so as to maintain battery performance by using a refrigeration cycle of an air-conditioning system, which is provided with an electric compressor, outside heat exchanger, inside heat exchanger, and a control device. A refrigerant path of the air-conditioning system for running refrigerant is provided with a branch path having a heat exchanger which bypasses the inside heat exchanger, a medium path connected to the heat exchanger runs another refrigerant for cooling the battery, control valves are provided which adjust the amounts of the refrigerant which flows to the refrigerant path and the branch path, and, when the control valves run the refrigerant to both the refrigerant path and the branch path, the control device increases the speed of the electric compressor.

Air conditioner for vehicle

An air conditioner for a vehicle includes a casing having therein first and second air passages through which outside air and inside air flow respectively. A heating heat exchanger is arranged in the first and second air passages to heat air. First and second air mix doors are arranged respectively in the first and second air passages to adjust a ratio between a flow amount of air passing through the heating heat exchanger and a flow amount of air bypassing the heating heat exchanger. Each of the first and second air mix doors is a slide door in which a plate door body part slides in a direction being applied by its own weight. The second air mix door slides in a sliding direction inclined relative to a sliding direction of the first air mix door by an angle toward a horizontal direction.

Heat pump air conditioning system for vehicle

A heat pump air conditioning system for a vehicle, wherein the system can efficiently use electric power and a discharge temperature can be set to an optimal level. During dehumidifying-heating operation in which air for air conditioning passes through a fourth heater exchanger after passing through a third heat exchanger, a first blower and a second blower are cooperatively operated by adjusting, according to the voltage supplied to the first blower, the voltage supplied to the second blower. When the discharge temperature of the air for air conditioning flowing from a first heat exchanger is higher than a first predetermined temperature and the rotational speed of a refrigerant compressor is minimum, the cooperative operation between the first blower and the second blower is stopped and the electric power to the second blower is adjusted to lower the discharge temperature to a level lower than a second predetermined temperature.

Actuator having a test mode

An actuator system which may incorporate a motor, a motor controller connected to the motor, a processor connected to the motor controller, and a switch connected to the processor for engaging the motor to open and close an actuator shaft. The switch may have a position which is a test mode. Selecting the position of test mode may cause the motor to move the actuator shaft to a certain position to verify operation of the actuator shaft. The actuator shaft may stay in the certain position while the switch is in a position of test mode. The system may also incorporate a spring attached to the actuator shaft. If power fails to the motor, then the actuator spring or another mechanism may return the actuator shaft to a fail safe position. The test mode may alternatively be selected at a controller via the communications bus to the processor.

VEHICLE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

A vehicle heating and air conditioning system basically includes an interior/exterior air introducing structure, a heating device, a driving end time acquiring section and an interior/exterior air switching control section. The interior/exterior air introducing structure switches the flow of cabin intake air between an interior air recirculation mode and an exterior air introducing mode. The heating device heats the cabin intake air being introduced by the interior/exterior air introducing structure. The driving end time acquiring section estimates a driving end time corresponding to a point in time at which driving of a vehicle is predicted to end. The interior/exterior air switching control section switches the interior/exterior air introducing structure from the exterior air introducing mode to the interior air recirculation mode during a period of time from a prescribed point in time until the driving end time to restrict windshield fogging while in the interior air recirculation mode. 1. A vehicle heating and air conditioning system comprising:an interior/exterior air introducing structure configured to switch a flow of cabin intake air between an interior air recirculation mode and an exterior air introducing mode;a heating device arranged with respect to the interior/exterior air introducing structure to heat the cabin intake air being introduced by the interior/exterior air introducing structure;a driving end time acquiring section configured to estimate a driving end time corresponding to a point in time at which driving of a vehicle, which is equipped with the vehicle heating and air conditioning system, is predicted to end; andan interior/exterior air switching control section configured to switch the interior/exterior air introducing structure from the exterior air introducing mode to the interior air recirculation mode during a period of time from a prescribed point in time until the driving end time such that windshield fogging can be restricted while ...

ARRANGEMENT FOR MAINTAINING A DESIRED OPERATING TEMPERATURE OF A BATTERY IN A VEHICLE

An arrangement for maintaining an operating temperature of a battery () in a vehicle (). A cooling system () with a circulating coolant. A radiator () to cool the coolant includes a heat-transfer region () where the coolant is in contact with the battery (). An AC installation with a circulating refrigerant includes a first circuit with a first evaporator () in which a refrigerant cools air in a driving cab space () of the vehicle (), and a first condenser () where the refrigerant releases thermal energy; a second circuit with a second evaporator where the refrigerant cools the coolant in the cooling system (), and a second condenser () where the refrigerant warms the coolant in the cooling system (). 1. An arrangement for maintaining a desired operating temperature of a battery in a vehicle , the arrangement comprising:an AC installation with a circulating refrigerant in the installation, the AC installation comprises:a first circuit including:a first evaporator configured and located in the vehicle such that a refrigerant passing through the first evaporator cools air in a driving cab space of the vehicle;a first condenser communicating with the first evaporator to receive the refrigerant and in which the refrigerant releases thermal energy;a cooling system with a circulating coolant in the cooling system, the cooling system comprises a radiator in which the coolant is cooled and comprises a heat-transfer region located and configured such that the coolant is in contact with the battery;a second circuit including:a second evaporator configured and located such that the refrigerant passing through the second evaporator cools the coolant in the cooling system;a second condenser communicating with the second evaporator to receive the refrigerant and in which the refrigerant warms the coolant in the cooling system;the radiator is at a location in the cooling system between the second condenser and the second evaporator; andthe cooling system comprises a circulator ...

THERMAL MANAGEMENT MODULE AND COOLING SYSTEM COMPRISING SUCH A THERMAL MANAGEMENT MODULE

A thermal management module for the distribution as required of coolant flows in an electric vehicle, including a valve arrangement () having several valves (). A first valve () for connecting a first cooling circuit () and a second valve () for connecting a second cooling circuit () as well as a third valve () for connecting a bypass circuit are provided, wherein the bypass circuit () allows bypassing a cooler () arranged in the first cooling circuit (). The invention further relates to a cooling system for an electric vehicle having such a thermal management module. 1. Thermal management module for distribution of coolant flows in an electric vehicle comprising a valve arrangement with several valves , including a first valve for switching a first cooling circuit , a second valve for switching a second cooling circuit , and a third valve for switching a bypass circuit , wherein the bypass circuit allows a bypass of a cooler arranged in the first cooling circuit.2. Thermal management module according to claim 1 , further comprising a pump for feeding the coolant.3. Thermal management module according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one thermal element for at least one of cooling or heating of the coolant.4. Cooling system for an electric vehicle with a thermal management module according to claim 1 , for the distribution of coolant flows to several connected components claim 1 , wherein the cooling system comprises at least one cooler in at least one of the first cooling circuit the second cooling circuit and also the bypass circuit for bypassing the cooler.5. Cooling system according to claim 4 , wherein the cooling system further comprises a central pump.6. Cooling system according to claim 4 , wherein the cooling system further comprises at least one thermal element for at least one of cooling or heating.7. Cooling system according to claim 4 , wherein the cooling system further comprises a first thermal element for cooling and a second thermal element ...

AIR CONDITIONER FOR VEHICLE

An air conditioner for a vehicle equipped with a motor for driving the vehicle has a vehicle speed detecting unit, an electric compressor, an evaporator, an electric compressor rotation speed controlling unit, a controlling unit and a refrigerant pressure detecting unit. The controlling unit calculates a first candidate for a rotation speed upper limit value of the electric compressor based on a vehicle speed detected by the vehicle speed detecting unit, calculates a second candidate for the rotation speed upper limit value of the electric compressor based on a refrigerant pressure detected by the refrigerant pressure detecting unit, and decides a minimum value of the first and second candidates for the rotation speed upper limit value of the electric compressor, as the rotation speed upper limit value of the electric compressor. 1a vehicle speed detecting unit which detects a speed of the vehicle;an electric compressor and an evaporator which are used for cooling an interior of the vehicle;an electric compressor rotation speed controlling unit which controls a rotation speed of the electric compressor;a controlling unit which sets an upper limit value of the rotation speed of the electric compressor controlled by the electric compressor rotation speed controlling unit, when the vehicle speed detected by the vehicle speed detecting unit is equal to or lower than a predetermined speed; anda refrigerant pressure detecting unit which detects a pressure of a refrigerant flowing in a pipe connecting the electric compressor and the evaporator, whereinthe controlling unit calculates a first candidate for the rotation speed upper limit value of the electric compressor based on the vehicle speed detected by the vehicle speed detecting unit, calculates a second candidate for the rotation speed upper limit value of the electric compressor based on the refrigerant pressure detected by the refrigerant pressure detecting unit, and decides a minimum value of the first and second ...

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A thermal management system for an electric vehicle includes a motor circuit for cooling a motor circuit thermal load, a cabin heating circuit for heating a cabin heater and a battery circuit for managing the temperature of a battery circuit thermal load. All of these circuits can fluidically communicate with each other and a single radiator can cool the fluid from all of these circuits. 1. A thermal management system for an electric vehicle , the electric vehicle including a traction motor and a passenger cabin , comprising:a motor circuit for cooling a motor circuit thermal load including the traction motor, wherein the motor circuit thermal load has a motor circuit thermal load inlet and a motor circuit thermal load outlet, wherein the motor circuit includes a radiator, a first motor circuit conduit fluidically between the radiator and the motor circuit thermal load inlet, a second motor circuit conduit fluidically between the radiator and the motor circuit thermal load outlet, and a motor circuit pump positioned to pump fluid through the motor circuit;a cabin heating circuit for heat exchange with a cabin heating circuit thermal load which includes a cabin heater for heating the cabin, the cabin heating circuit thermal load having a cabin heating circuit thermal load inlet and a cabin heating circuit thermal load outlet, a first cabin heating circuit conduit fluidically between the motor circuit and the cabin heating circuit thermal load inlet, a second cabin heating circuit conduit fluidically between the cabin heating circuit thermal load outlet and the motor circuit, a third cabin heating circuit conduit fluidically between the second and first cabin heating circuit conduits, a cabin heating circuit heater positioned to heat fluid in the cabin heating circuit, a cabin heating circuit valve positionable in a first position wherein fluid flow between the motor circuit and the cabin heating circuit is substantially prevented and a second position wherein fluid ...

Method for controlling a heat pump with integration of a coolant circuit

A method for controlling a heat pump with integration of a coolant circuit as a heat source for heating a motor vehicle at low ambient temperatures including that, in order to increase the suction pressure, the coolant temperature is raised by means of an electrical heating element in the coolant circuit such that, at the refrigerant compressor, a low pressure of greater than or equal to 1.5 bar develops.

THERMAL CONTROL APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR VEHICLE

A thermal control apparatus for a vehicle includes a first circulation circuit provided with an internal heat exchange unit, a cooling heat thermal storage unit, and a warming heat thermal storage unit, a second circulation circuit provided with an external heat exchange unit, and a Peltier element that transfers heat between a thermal medium in the circuit and a thermal medium in the circuit. When a request to cool a vehicle interior can be met by the cooling heat stored in the thermal storage unit, the vehicle interior is cooled using the cooling heat stored therein with the drive of the Peltier element stopped. When a request to heat the vehicle interior can be met by the warming heat stored in the thermal storage unit, the vehicle interior is heated using the warming heat stored therein with the drive of the Peltier element stopped. 118.-. (canceled)21. The thermal control apparatus according to claim 19 , whereinthe control section is configured to perform the drive control of the heat transfer device and the changeover control of the changeover valve based on whether or not an air-conditioning request to carry out air-conditioning of a vehicle interior can be met by the cooling heat or the warming heat stored in the thermal storage unit when the air-conditioning request is made.22. The thermal control apparatus according to claim 19 , whereinthe control section is configured to change over the changeover valve so that the circulation path of the thermal medium in the first circulation circuit becomes the thermal storage unit and stop driving the Peltier element when it is determined that an air-conditioning request to carry out air-conditioning of the vehicle interior is made and can be met by the cooling heat or the warming heat stored in the thermal storage unit, and is configured to drive the Peltier element so that heat transfers from the thermal medium in the second circulation circuit to the thermal medium in the first circulation circuit when it is ...

Control method for ress fan operation in a vehicle

A method of controlling the ventilation system for an energy source in a fuel cell vehicle is disclosed, which includes an HVAC system, a fluid reserve, and a rechargeable energy storage system (RESS), capable of controlling a temperature of the RESS to militate against damage to or a shortened life of the battery, while maximizing vehicle durability, efficiency, performance, and passenger comfort.

Driver personalized climate conditioning

An HVAC system for a vehicle includes a skin temperature sensor for measuring an actual skin temperature of the driver and a cabin temperature sensor for measuring an actual cabin temperature of ambient air within the passenger cabin. A controller module stores a target cabin temperature, wherein the controller module controls the HVAC system according to a first error between the target cabin temperature and the actual cabin temperature. The actual cabin temperature is filtered according to a first time constant. A personalization module stores a target skin temperature, wherein the personalization module determines an offset to be applied to the target cabin temperature according to a second error between the target skin temperature and the actual skin temperature. The actual skin temperature is filtered according to a second time constant longer than the first time constant.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PREVENTING EXHAUST INFLOW OF VEHICLE

Disclosed is a method of preventing an exhaust inflow, including: a measurement step of measuring a concentration of exhaust introduced into an interior of a vehicle through an exhaust detecting sensor installed in the interior of the vehicle, and comparing the concentration of the exhaust with a reference concentration; an introduction step of controlling an interior/exterior air door of an air conditioning apparatus to introduce more exterior air into the interior of the vehicle so as to increase an interior pressure when the concentration of the introduced exhaust is thicker than the reference concentration; and a blowing step of controlling a blower of the air conditioning apparatus to increase an amount of air discharged into the interior of the vehicle to increase the interior pressure when the thick concentration of the exhaust is maintained. 1. A method of preventing an exhaust inflow , comprising:a measurement step of measuring a concentration of exhaust introduced into an interior of a vehicle through an exhaust detecting sensor installed in the interior of the vehicle, and comparing the concentration of the exhaust with a reference concentration;an introduction step of controlling an air door of an air conditioning apparatus to introduce more exterior air into the interior of the vehicle so as to increase an interior pressure when the concentration of the introduced exhaust is thicker than the reference concentration; anda blowing step of controlling a blower of the air conditioning apparatus to increase an amount of air discharged into the interior of the vehicle to increase the interior pressure when the thick concentration of the exhaust is maintained in the vehicle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the measurement step is performed after it is determined that a travel speed of the vehicle is higher than a reference speed and a distance between the vehicle and a preceding vehicle is larger than a reference distance.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein ...

Unitary heat pump air conditioner

The disclosure relates to a unitary heat pump air conditioner (Unitary HPAC) that includes a refrigerant loop having a condenser, a refrigerant expansion device, and an evaporator hydraulically connected in series. An electrically driven compressor is provided to circulate a two-phase refrigerant through the refrigerant loop to transfer heat from the evaporator to the condenser. The unitary HPAC also includes a cold side chiller configured to hydraulically connect to a cold side coolant loop and is in thermal communication with the evaporator. The unitary HPAC further includes a hot side chiller configured to hydraulically connect to a hot side coolant loop and is in thermal communication with the condenser. The refrigerant loop transfer heat from the cold side chiller to the hot side chiller, thereby cooling the cold side coolant loop and heating the hot side coolant loop. The components of the unitary HPAC are mounted on a common platform.

Real-time engine load control for electronically controlled engines

Methods and systems for real-time engine load control (RTLC) for electronically controlled engines in a transport refrigeration system (TRS) are provided. In particular, a RTLC system is provided to control an electronically controlled engine for the TRS in order to maximize temperature control of the TRS, while preventing engine shut down due to a TRS load demand that exceeds the engine's horsepower output capability. The RTLC system includes an engine control unit (ECU) connected to a TRS controller. TRS controller includes an ECU data processing component, a load control component, an ETV control component, a TRS load demand component and a temperature control and TRS protection component.

Construction machine

A construction machine includes a condenser 24 for cooling refrigerant for an air conditioner; a fan 21 for cooling the condenser 24 by using forward cooling air produced during normal-rotation drive; other cooled objects such as a radiator 25 and the like disposed under the lee of the forward cooling air with respect to the condenser 24 ; a refrigerant pressure detector 27 for detecting the pressure of the refrigerant flowing in the condenser 24 ; and a controller 136 for executing reverse-rotation stop processing for returning the fan 21 to the normal-rotation drive when the pressure P of the air conditioner refrigerant detected by the refrigerant pressure detector 27 reaches a preset normal-rotation return pressure P 1 during reverse-rotation drive of the fan 21 . Thus, the lowering of the cooling effect of an air conditioner can be suppressed while reducing the burden of cleaning an engine room.

Air stream velocity control for ventilation system

A system and a method of controlling a ventilation or HVAC system that is configured to provide an air stream having a comfortable contact velocity to an occupant seated in a vehicle cabin. The system includes a sensor to determine the distance from a discharge nozzle to the vehicle occupant and a controller to control the exit velocity and/or an effective diameter of the nozzle. The sensor may use ultrasonic, infrared, LIDAR, or RADAR technology to determine distance. The system may determine the distance from the nozzle to the occupant based on a seat location determined by a seat location sensor. The seat location sensor may be common to an inflatable restraint (air bag) system.

Snap on vibration damper

A vibration damper for a conduit line. The damper includes a flexible body defining a bore and a slot adjacent to the bore. The body is flexible between a first configuration in which the slot has a first width that is insufficient to permit the conduit line to pass therethrough, and a second configuration in which the slot has a second width that is sufficient to permit the conduit line to pass therethrough, the second width is greater than the first width. The flexible body further includes a plurality of tuning splines. The tuning splines include a length and a width configured to reduce vibration of the conduit line when the damper is connected to the conduit line such that the conduit line extends through the bore.

Semi-Electric Mobile Refrigerated System

A power supply system for a transport refrigeration system ( 20 ) includes an engine ( 26 ) coupled to a compressor ( 32 ) of a refrigeration unit for direct drive powering the compressor ( 32 ) and a generator ( 24 ) arranged to also be direct driven by the engine ( 26 ) for generating electric power. The generator ( 24 ) and the compressor ( 32 ) are mounted to a common drive shaft ( 25 ) driven by the engine ( 26 ), and the generator ( 24 ) may be integrated with the compressor ( 32 ). The power supply system may further include an alternator ( 50 ) arranged to be belt driven by the engine ( 26 ) for generating DC electric power. A battery pack ( 28 ) may be provided for storing and supplying additional DC power. During peak load demand on the refrigeration unit ( 20 ), the engine ( 26 ) may be operated with the generator ( 24 ) switched off to directly drive the compressor ( 32 ) and direct current may be drawn from the battery pack ( 28 ) to drive the condenser/gas cooler and evaporator fans ( 40, 44 ).

AIR-CONDITIONER FOR VEHICLE

A control part controls a first opening-and-closing part to close either one of a first outside air introduction port and a first inside air introduction port when it is determined that outside air introduced from the first outside air introduction port flows into a passenger compartment through the first inside air introduction port, and controls a second opening-and-closing part to close either one of a second outside air introduction port and a second inside air introduction port when it is determined that outside air introduced from the second outside air introduction port flows into the passenger compartment through the second inside air introduction port. 1. An air-conditioner for a vehicle comprising:a case having a first outside air introduction port and a second outside air introduction port, which introduce outside air, and a first inside air introduction port and a second inside air introduction port, which introduce inside air;a first opening-and-closing part which switches the first outside air introduction port and the first inside air introduction port to open or close and is capable of opening both of the first outside air introduction port and the first inside air introduction port;a second opening-and-closing part which switches the second outside air introduction port and the second inside air introduction port to open or close and is capable of opening both of the second outside air introduction port and the second inside air introduction port;a blower arranged in the case; anda control part which controls an opening-and-closing state of the first opening-and-closing part and an opening-and-closing state of the second opening-and-closing part, wherein a rotation shaft extending in an up-and-down direction in the case,', 'a first fan coupled to the rotation shaft, and', 'a second fan coupled to the rotation shaft on a lower side rather than the first fan,, 'the blower has'}the case has a first air passage extending toward the first fan from the ...

Unidirectional climate control system

A climate control system for a vehicle with a passenger compartment includes a heater circuit, a cooler circuit, and a primary loop, all of which have fixed flow directions. The heater circuit is filled with a first liquid medium and has a heater core, and the cooler circuit is filled with a second liquid medium and has a cooler core. The heater and cooler cores are selectively in thermal communication with the passenger compartment. The primary loop includes a compressor and an expansion valve and is filled with a refrigerant medium. No portion of the primary loop is within the passenger compartment. A liquid-cooled condenser thermally links the heater circuit and primary loop. A liquid-warmed evaporator thermally links the cooler circuit and primary loop. The primary loop is in direct heat-exchange communication with one of the first liquid medium and the second liquid medium.

CONCEALED DYNAMIC VENTILATION SYSTEM

The disclosure herein provides methods, systems, and devices for ventilating the interior of a vehicle with concealed dynamic ventilation system. A concealed dynamic ventilation system and vents thereof can beneficially provide one or more passengers in a vehicle with an increased distribution of air substantially throughout the cabin of a vehicle as compared with traditional vents that are limited to fixed locations with limited capabilities. Further, a concealed dynamic ventilation system can provide aesthetic value by concealing the vents from a passenger's line of sight in a normal seating position behind existing trims of a vehicle. 1. An apparatus for ventilating an interior of a vehicle , the apparatus comprising:an air source;an air duct coupled to the air source; anda plurality of air vents each having an opening coupled to the air duct configured to deliver air to the interior of the vehicle, and an air vent opening cover over at least a portion of at least one of the plurality of air vent openings, the air vent opening cover comprising a portion of a vehicle interior trim.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the plurality of air vent openings has an elongate shape and extends along a length of at least one of a vehicle A pillar and a vehicle B pillar.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one of the plurality of air vent openings extends along a length of least one of a vehicle dashboard claim 1 , a vehicle seat claim 1 , a vehicle door claim 1 , and a vehicle roof panel.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one of the plurality of air vent openings is defined at least in part by two adjacent surfaces of a vehicle dashboard trim or an interior vehicle door trim.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , further comprising an air-directing component within the at least one of the plurality of air vent openings claim 4 , the air-directing component coupled to one of the two adjacent surfaces and configured to rotate around a ...

AIR CONDITIONER FOR VEHICLE

An air conditioner for a vehicle includes a blower; a heat exchanger that heats the blown air by heat exchanger between blown air and a heat medium, a control device, and an air outlet mode switching device that switches between air outlet modes by switching proportions of air flow blown out from outlets which includes a face air outlet and a foot air outlet, wherein the control device limits the availability factor of the blower based on a temperature of the heat medium; and relaxes limitation on the availability factor of the blower when the air outlet mode is a bi-level mode in which the blown air is blown out from both of the face air outlet and the foot air outlet. 1. An air conditioner for a vehicle , comprising:a blower that generates blown air;a heating heat exchanger that heats the blown air by heat exchange between the blown air and a heat medium;a control device that determines the availability factor of the blower; andan air outlet mode switching device that switches between a plurality of air outlet modes by switching proportions of air flow blown out from a plurality of outlets which includes a face air outlet that blows out the blown air to an upper body of an occupant and a foot air outlet that blows out the blown air to a lower body of an occupant, whereinthe control device:limits the availability factor of the blower based on a temperature of the heat medium; andrelaxes limitation on the availability factor of the blower when the air outlet mode is a bi-level mode in which the blown air is blown out from both of the face air outlet and the foot air outlet.2. The air conditioner for the vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the control device:determines the availability factor of the blower based on an air-conditioning load;determines an upper limit of the availability factor based on the temperature of the heat medium;limits the availability factor of the blower so that the availability factor of the blower is equal to or smaller than the upper ...

METHOD FOR OPERATING AN AIR CONDITIONER FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

The invention relates to a method for operating an air conditioner () for treating the air of a passenger compartment of a motor vehicle. The air conditioner () exhibits a refrigerant circuit () configured for a combined cooling unit and heat-pump mode and for a post-heating mode. In the heat-pump mode with a first and a second heat source, two heat sources differing from each other can be used. A temperature of the first heat source, a temperature of the second heat source, and a regulation characteristic number and a maximum pressure are taken into account in the refrigerant circuit () for operating the air conditioner () in a heat-pump mode. The invention additionally relates to a method for switching between the two heat-pump modes. 1. A method of operating an air conditioner for treating air of a passenger compartment of a motor vehicle , the method comprising the steps of:providing the air conditioner, wherein the air conditioner includes a refrigerant circuit configured for a combined cooling unit mode and heat-pump mode and for a post-heating mode, and wherein the air conditioner has a first heat source and a second heat source when in the heat-pump mode;determining a temperature of the first heat source;determining a temperature of the second heat source;determining a regulation characteristic number, wherein the regulation characteristic number is determined from a deviation of a target status of the air to be fed into the passenger compartment from a de facto status of the air to be fed into the passenger compartment;determining a maximum pressure within the refrigerant circuit; andchanging a mode of operation of the air conditioner based on the determination of at least one of the temperature of the first heat source, the temperature of the second heat source, the regulation characteristic number, and the maximum pressure within the refrigerant circuit.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:operating the air conditioner in ...

Rotary mode door for constant demist bleed

A vehicle heating, ventilation, and air cooling (HVAC) system that includes a casing, an evaporator, and a heater core. The casing defines a windshield outlet, a side window outlet, a front face outlet, and a front foot outlet. The evaporator and heater core are both housed within the casing. The side window outlet is between the evaporator and the windshield outlet.

Air-condition remote control system for vehicle, server, mobile terminal, and vehicle

An estimated temperature range is calculated by adding a plus-side temperature width to the temperature detected by a temperature sensor within the cabin of a vehicle and subtracting a minus-side temperature width therefrom, and is displayed on the display of a mobile terminal as a temperature state of the cabin. When cooling is performed, the plus-side temperature width is made greater than the minus-side temperature width. Also, the plus-side temperature width is narrowed with elapse of time from the start of pre-air-conditioning. With this operation, the temperature state of the vehicle cabin from the start of the pre-air-conditioning can be properly communicated to a vehicle user.

VEHICLE OCCUPANT PROTECTION

A system for protecting an occupant of a vehicle comprises a vehicle having an interior, an exterior and a portal. An HVAC system circulates air in the vehicle. A source of electromagnetic radiation disposed in the HVAC system reduces contaminant in air. Sensors monitor adjacent air quality and air pressure. A controller is connected with the sensors. 1. A system for protecting an occupant of a vehicle , the system comprising:a vehicle having an interior and an exterior;a portal disposed on the vehicle through which air passes between the interior of the vehicle and the exterior of the vehicle;an HVAC system disposed on the vehicle for circulating air on the interior of the vehicle;a source of electromagnetic radiation disposed in the HVAC system for reducing contaminant in air;a first sensor disposed on the interior of the vehicle for monitoring quality of air adjacent the first sensor;a second sensor disposed on the exterior of the vehicle for monitoring quality of air adjacent the second sensor;a first pressure sensor disposed on the interior of the vehicle for monitoring pressure of air adjacent the first pressure sensor;a second pressure sensor disposed on the exterior of the vehicle for monitoring pressure of air adjacent the second pressure sensor; anda controller connected with the first sensor, the second sensor, the first pressure sensor and the second pressure sensor.2. The system as defined in wherein the at least one source of electromagnetic radiation comprises a light emitting diode.3. The system as defined in wherein the electromagnetic radiation has a wavelength within a range of 200 nanometers to 280 nanometers. This disclosure relates generally to a system and a method of protecting an occupant of a vehicle. More specifically, this disclosure relates to a system and a method protecting an occupant of a school bus, a commercial vehicle and the like, from an airborne contaminant.Currently, many vehicles are ventilated mechanically with an HVAC ...

Unique airflow delivery path for independent rear zone in tri or quad hvac system

An air-handling system includes an evaporator core and a downstream arranged heater core disposed in an air-handling casing. A primary flow path is formed within the air-handling casing and leads to a primary zone of a passenger compartment. The primary flow path is divided into a primary cool air pathway bypassing the heater core and a primary warm air pathway passing through the heater core. A secondary flow path is formed within the air-handling casing and leads to a secondary zone of the passenger compartment. The secondary flow path includes a secondary cool air pathway branching from the primary flow path downstream of the evaporator core and a secondary warm air pathway branching from the primary flow path downstream of the heater core. The secondary cool air pathway bypasses the heater core and the secondary warm air pathway passes through the heater core.

THERMOREGULATION SYSTEM FOR AN ELECTRICALLY DRIVEN VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE COMPRISING SUCH A SYSTEM

This thermoregulation system () for an electrically driven vehicle (V), the vehicle comprising at least one electric machine (E), at least one battery (), and at least one power electronics component (), comprises a coolant circuit (), a pump (), coolant heat exchangers, connected to the coolant circuit () so that the coolant may circulate through them and comprising a main exchanger (), configured for exchanging heat between the coolant and air coming from the outside of the vehicle (V), at least one battery exchanger (), configured for exchanging heat between the coolant and said at least one battery (), and at least one secondary exchanger (), configured for exchanging heat between the coolant and said at least one electric machine (E) and/or said at least one power electronics component (). The coolant circuit () is divided in a first branch (B), which comprises the main exchanger () and the at least one battery exchanger (), a second branch (B) which comprises the at least one secondary exchanger (), the coolant being circulated in parallel in the first and second branches (B, B), and a pump branch (PB) to which the pump () is connected, the pump branch (PB) being connected to the first and second branches (B, B) by an upstream and a downstream connection points (P, P) so that the coolant circulating in the pump branch (PB) is formed by a mix of the coolant circulating in the first branch (B) and of the coolant circulating in the second branch (B), and is directed towards the first and second branches (B, B) downstream the pump (). 1. A thermoregulation system for an electrically driven vehicle , the vehicle comprising:at least one electric machine, andat least one battery for storing electrical energy for powering said at least one electric machine,at least one power electronics component,the thermoregulation system comprising:a coolant circuit in which circulates a coolant,a pump for circulating the coolant, a main exchanger, configured for exchanging heat ...

CHILLER INTEGRATION INTO vCOOL SYSTEM

Vehicle climate control system and method for control of the vehicle climate control system for temperature regulation of a vehicle battery, the vehicle climate control system includes a refrigerant circuit containing at least a compressor, a gas cooler/condenser, an expansion element, an evaporator, as well as refrigerant lines to connect the components, wherein an intermediate expansion element is arranged upstream from the expansion element in the refrigerant flow direction and a heat exchanger for the temperature regulation of a vehicle battery is arranged between the expansion elements.

Intelligent in-vehicle air-quality control

A mechanism is provided for controlling the internal air-quality of a vehicle, including determining a changing trend of the in-vehicle air-quality based on acquired in-vehicle sensor data and usage status of the vehicle and responsive to the determined changing trend of the in-vehicle air-quality, signaling a control system of the vehicle to control the usage status of the vehicle based on a control policy.

DOOR DRIVE DEVICE

A door drive mechanism used for a vehicle air conditioning device includes a link mechanism connected to first and second shafts. The link mechanism includes a base member secured to an air conditioner case. The base member includes first and second shaft holes in which first and second shafts are inserted, guide grooves formed around the first and second shaft holes and configured to allow positioning portions to be inserted into the respective guide grooves, and guide portions including inclined surfaces configured to guide the positioning portions to the guide grooves. Moreover, the first and second shafts include the positioning portions protruding radially outward at positions closer to distal ends thereof than first gear portions. 1. A door drive device comprising:an air conditioner case including a channel inside the air conditioner case;a plurality of doors disposed in the channel and configured to adjust an opening degree of the channel;a plurality of door drive shafts configured to drive the doors; anda link unit connected to the door drive shafts, wherein:the link unit includes a drive unit, a base member secured to the air conditioner case, and a plurality of levers supported by the base member;each of the door drive shafts includes a toothed portion and a positioning portion, the toothed portion being disposed in a vicinity of an end of the door drive shaft and configured to mesh with the link unit, the positioning portion being disposed between the toothed portion and the end so as to be spaced away from the toothed portion by a predetermined distance and to protrude radially outward;the base member includes insertion holes in which the door drive shafts are inserted respectively, groove portions formed around the respective insertion holes and configured to allow the respective positioning portions to be inserted into the respective groove portions, and guide portions including respective inclined portions configured to guide the respective ...

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE

An air conditioning system for a vehicle may include a cooling duct provided with a cooling duct inlet at a first end of the cooling duct, and a cooling duct indoor outlet and a cooling duct outdoor outlet at a second end of the cooling duct, a heating duct provided with a heating duct inlet at a first end of the heating duct, and a heating duct indoor outlet and a heating duct outdoor outlet at a second end of the heating duct, and including a condenser disposed in the heating duct, an extension duct extending from both the cooling duct indoor outlet and the heating duct indoor outlet, and channeling air supplied from both the cooling duct indoor outlet and the heating duct indoor outlet to a passenger compartment, and a passage control door provided at an indoor outlet end portion of a partition wall. 1. An air conditioning system for a vehicle , the air conditioning system comprising:a cooling duct provided with a cooling duct inlet at a first end of the cooling duct, and a cooling duct indoor outlet and a cooling duct outdoor outlet at a second end of the cooling duct, and including an evaporation core disposed in the cooling duct;a heating duct provided with a heating duct inlet at a first end of the heating duct, and a heating duct indoor outlet and a heating duct outdoor outlet at a second end of the heating duct, and including a condenser disposed in the heating duct;an extension duct extending from both the cooling duct indoor outlet and the heating duct indoor outlet, and channeling air supplied from both the cooling duct indoor outlet and the heating duct indoor outlet to a passenger compartment; anda passage control door provided at an indoor outlet end portion of a partition wall between the cooling duct and the heating duct.2. The air conditioning system of claim 1 , wherein the evaporation core and the condenser claim 1 , along with a compressor and an expansion valve claim 1 , are connected to one refrigerant passage.3. The air conditioning system of ...

Climate Control

Some embodiments provide a vehicle climate control system for controlling climate conditions in various cabin regions of a vehicle cabin, where the climate control system is configured to control one or more vehicle components to change the set of climate conditions associated with one or more cabin regions to approximate a set of optimal comfort conditions. The climate control system controls various vehicle components to control climate conditions, including window assemblies, sunroof assemblies, etc. The climate control system determines optimal comfort conditions which optimize perceived temperature of various occupant body parts and maintain various climate characteristics within one or more sets of thresholds. Output configurations of various vehicle components can be determined based at least in part upon determined optimal comfort conditions of various cabin regions. Output configurations can be generated based at least in part upon various control mode priorities. 1. A vehicle climate control system , comprising:an input data module configured to determine a set of climate conditions associated with an occupied cabin region of an interior cabin of a vehicle, based at least in part upon a set of input data received from one or more data sources;a processing module configured to determine, based at least in part upon the set of climate conditions associated with the occupied cabin region, a set of optimal comfort conditions which comprises at least one optimal occupant-perceptible cabin region temperature of the occupied cabin region and a set of climate condition thresholds associated with at least one climate condition separate from cabin region temperature; andan output command module configured to generate a set of output commands to control one or more vehicle components to change the set of climate conditions of at least the occupied cabin region, within the set of climate condition thresholds, to approximate the at least one optimal occupant- ...

BATTERY PACK, BATTERY CHARGING STATION, AND CHARGING METHOD

Various techniques described herein relate to battery packs of electric vehicles, batteries, and battery charging systems. Batteries may comprise a plurality of battery modules, wherein each battery module may be provided with one or more battery cells, and the plurality of battery modules may be connected in series when providing electric power output. Battery charging systems described herein may comprise a charging circuit that connects a plurality of battery modules in series, and may be used for charging the plurality of battery modules in the battery in series. Additional charging circuits may be connected respectively to the plurality of battery modules, and the additional charging circuits may be used for charging at least one battery module in the plurality of battery modules. 1. A battery pack for an electric vehicle , comprising:a battery comprising a plurality of battery modules connected in series, the battery modules including a first battery module and a second battery module; a first charging circuit configured to charge the plurality of battery modules in series to a first preset voltage;', 'a plurality of second charging circuits each corresponding one or more of the plurality of battery modules, each of the second charging circuits being configured to charge a corresponding battery module to a second preset voltage individually, the plurality of second charging circuits including a second charging circuit connected to the first battery module and the second battery module; and, 'a battery charging system, comprising charging the plurality of the battery modules to the first preset voltage through the first charging circuit;', 'detecting whether the plurality of battery modules have been charged to the first preset voltage through the first charging circuit; and', 'when it is detected that the plurality of battery modules have been charged to the first preset voltage through the first charging circuit, switching off the first charging circuit and, ...

AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VEHICLES

An air conditioning control system and method for a vehicle may include: an alternate control entering temperature difference excess determination step of determining whether a difference in temperature between a side vent temperature sensor and a shower duct temperature sensor exceeds an alternate control entering temperature difference; and an alternate control step of determining that a side vent grill may have been closed, when the difference exceeds the alternate control entering temperature difference, and performing an alternate control operation of regarding the temperature of air measured by the shower duct temperature sensor as the temperature of air discharged from the side vent grill and controlling a temperature of air to be discharged from a center vent grill. 1. An air conditioning control system for a vehicle , comprising:side vent grills mounted in respective opposite ends of an upper portion of a dashboard;center vent grills mounted in a central portion of the upper portion of the dashboard at positions spaced apart from each other;shower duct discharge ports mounted in a lower portion of the dashboard at positions spaced apart from each other;a side vent temperature sensor configured to measure a temperature of air to be discharged from each of the side vent grills;a shower duct temperature sensor configured to measure a temperature of air to be discharged from each of the shower duct discharge ports; anda controller configured to control an operation of an air conditioner using values inputted from the side vent temperature sensor and the shower duct temperature sensor,wherein, when a difference between the temperature measured by the side vent temperature sensor and the temperature measured by the shower duct temperature sensor exceeds a preset alternate control entering temperature difference, the controller performs an alternate control operation of regarding the temperature measured by the shower duct temperature sensor as the temperature ...

VEHICLE AIR-CONDITIONING DEVICE

There is disclosed a vehicle air-conditioning device in which a heating qualification by gas injection can sufficiently be obtained. The vehicle air-conditioning device comprises a compressor which compresses a refrigerant, an air flow passage through which air to be supplied into a vehicle interior flows, a radiator disposed in the air flow passage to let the refrigerant radiate heat, a heat absorber disposed in the air flow passage to let the refrigerant absorb heat, an outdoor heat exchanger disposed outside the vehicle interior to let the refrigerant radiate or absorb heat, and a controller. The controller executes a heating mode in which the refrigerant discharged from the compressor radiates heat in the radiator and the refrigerant by which heat has been radiated is decompressed and then absorbs heat in the outdoor heat exchanger . The vehicle air-conditioning device comprises an injection circuit which distributes a part of the refrigerant flowing out from the radiator to return the refrigerant to the middle of compression by the compressor , and the injection circuit has an expansion valve , and a discharge side heat exchanger which performs heat exchange between the refrigerant decompressed by the expansion valve and the refrigerant discharged from the compressor before flowing into the radiator 1. (canceled)2. A vehicle air-conditioning device comprising:a compressor which compresses a refrigerant;an air flow passage through which air to be supplied into a vehicle interior flows;a radiator disposed in the air flow passage to let the refrigerant radiate heat;a heat absorber disposed in the air flow passage to let the refrigerant absorb heat;an outdoor heat exchanger disposed outside the vehicle interior to let the refrigerant radiate or absorb heat; andcontrol means,at least the control means being configured to execute a heating mode in which the refrigerant discharged from the compressor radiates heat in the radiator and the refrigerant by which heat has ...

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE

The thermal management system includes a cooling circuit in which cooling water circulates, a heat exchange circuit in which cooling water performing heat exchange with a battery flows, a flow rate control valve which adjusts a flow rate of cooling water flowing from the cooling circuit to the heat exchange circuit, a shutter which adjusts an introduction amount of outside air into an engine room, and an ECU which controls an opening degree of the flow rate control valve and an opening degree of the shutter. The ECU controls the shutter and the flow rate control valve to be in a fully closed state when a cooling water temperature is less than a valve opening temperature of a thermostat valve and controls the shutter and the flow rate control valve to be in an open state when the cooling water temperature is greater than the valve opening temperature. 1. A thermal management system for a vehicle , characterized in comprising:a cooling circuit in which cooling water performing heat exchange with an engine circulates;a heat exchange circuit which is connected to the cooling circuit and in which cooling water performing heat exchange with vehicle devices other than the engine flows;a flow rate control valve which adjusts a flow rate of cooling water flowing from the cooling circuit to the heat exchange circuit;a radiator which is connected to the cooling circuit to perform heat exchange between cooling water and the atmosphere;a radiator valve which adjusts a flow rate of cooling water flowing from the cooling circuit to the radiator;a shutter which adjusts an introduction amount of outside air from a front grille into an engine room;a cooling water temperature acquirer which acquires a cooling water temperature of the cooling circuit; anda controller which controls an opening degree of the flow rate control valve and an opening degree of the shutter,wherein the controllercontrols the shutter and the flow rate control valve to be in a closed state when the cooling water ...

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

The invention relates to a thermal management system for a motor vehicle passenger compartment, the system comprising a processing unit arranged to: determine two terms that make up a thermal comfort index (TCI) value related to the passenger in the passenger compartment, one of the terms being a stationary term (TCIs) which is representative of the heat exchanges needed to keep the passenger in a state of stabilized thermal comfort, in particular obtained using a thermo-physiological model, in particular using the data representing (MET) the metabolic activity of the passenger. the other term being a dynamic term (TCId) representing one or more local and transitory imbalances of the thermal comfort state of the passenger, which are the result of: either a recent thermal stress experienced by the passenger, or a thermal stimulus intended to achieve a pleasant temporary sensation of heat or cold. 1. A thermal management system for a motor vehicle interior , the system comprising: "determining a datum (MET) representative of a passenger's metabolic activity, using an infrared sensor aimed toward the passenger;", 'a processing unit arranged for ["one of the two terms being a fixed term (TCIs) representative of the heat exchanges required to maintain a stabilized state of thermal comfort in the passenger, obtained using a thermophysiological model and the datum (MET) representative of the passenger's metabolic activity,", "the other of the two terms being a dynamic term (TCId) representative of one or more local transient imbalances of the passenger's state of thermal comfort, resulting from a recent thermal stress to which the passenger has been subjected,_or a thermal stimulus intended to provide a pleasant temporary sensation of heat or cold;"], 'determining two terms making up a value of a thermal comfort index associated with the passenger in the motor vehicle interior,'}determining the value of the thermal comfort index (TCI) on the basis of the two terms; ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MALODOR DETECTION AND REMEDIATION

Described herein is a system and method for detecting malodor within a cabin of an autonomous vehicle, wherein initiation of a remediation system and/or dispatch of the autonomous vehicle to a service hub for mitigating the malodor is based upon sensor signals that monitor the cabin of the autonomous vehicle. The remediation system can include devices such as an HVAC system or a window, which are operated to reduce the concentration of airborne molecules in the cabin of the autonomous vehicle when the concentration of airborne molecules exceeds an air quality threshold. A dispatch protocol may be initiated to dispatch the autonomous vehicle to a service hub when the malodor is associated with certain predefined incidents or when remediation fails to reduce the concentration of airborne molecules below the air quality threshold. 1. An autonomous vehicle comprising:a mechanical system;an air quality sensor system configured to output a sensor signal indicative of a type of airborne molecule in a cabin of the autonomous vehicle; a processor; and', detecting the type of airborne molecule in the cabin of the autonomous vehicle based upon the sensor signal;', 'identifying a predefined incident based upon the type of airborne molecule, wherein the predefined incident prompts an external remediation technique that mitigates the type of airborne molecule from the cabin of the autonomous vehicle; and', 'controlling the mechanical system to cause the autonomous vehicle to travel to a service hub where the external remediation technique is performed., 'memory that stores instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to perform acts comprising], 'a computing system in communication with the mechanical system and the air quality sensor system, wherein the computing system comprises2. The autonomous vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising:a remediation system configured to perform a remedial measure to alter an air quality in the cabin of the autonomous ...

Controlling a refrigeration unit in response to a specific cargo load

A method and system to control a refrigeration unit (104) in response to a cargo load (108) in a refrigerated container includes providing a plurality of sensors disposed within the refrigerated container, providing a cargo load temperature range and a cargo load excursion time limit corresponding to the cargo load, receiving a plurality of temperature readings corresponding to the cargo load via the plurality of sensors, operating the refrigeration unit in a power saving mode in response to the plurality of temperature readings within the cargo load temperature range, and operating the refrigeration unit in a standard mode in response to the plurality of temperature readings outside the cargo load temperature range for longer than the cargo load excursion time limit.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING VEHICLE EMERGENCY CONDITIONS

The invention relates to electronic technologies in automobile, and in particular, to an apparatus and method for processing vehicle emergency conditions. The apparatus for processing vehicle emergency conditions according to an aspect of the invention comprises: a first sound sensor disposed inside the vehicle; and a processing unit coupled with the first sound sensor, which is configured to determine whether an individual inside the vehicle is in an emergency condition according to signals collected by the first sound sensor and an internal environmental state of the vehicle, and to generate a command or instruction signal for executing emergency processing operation when the individual inside the vehicle is in an emergency condition. 1. A processing unit , characterized in that the processing unit is adapted to communicate with a first sound sensor disposed inside a vehicle and is configured to execute the following operations:determining whether an individual inside the vehicle is in an emergency condition according to signals collected by the first sound sensor and an internal environmental state of the vehicle, and generating a command or instruction signal for executing emergency processing operation when the individual inside the vehicle is in an emergency condition.2. The processing unit according to claim 1 , wherein the processing unit is configured to determine whether the individual inside the vehicle is in an emergency condition in the following way:identifying a crying voice segment from the collected signals;determining whether the individual inside the vehicle is in an abnormal state according to a characteristic in the crying voice segment that is associated with signal energy; and determining that the individual inside the vehicle is in an emergency condition if the individual inside the vehicle is in an abnormal state and the internal environmental state of the vehicle satisfies a preset condition.3. The processing unit according to claim 2 , ...

Thermal management system for vehicle

A thermal management system for a vehicle may include a cooling apparatus of circulating a coolant in a coolant line to cool at least one electrical component provided in the coolant line; a battery cooling apparatus of circulating the coolant to the battery module; a chiller for heat exchanging the coolant with a refrigerant to control a temperature of the coolant; a heater that heats an interior of the vehicle using the coolant; and a branch line;, wherein a condenser included in the air conditioner is connected to the coolant line to pass the coolant circulating through the cooling apparatus.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISTRIBUTED THERMOELECTRIC HEATING AND COOLING

A climate control system and method controls climate at selected regions within a passenger compartment of a vehicle. The thermoelectric system includes a plurality of thermoelectric assemblies. The system includes at least one fluid conduit configured to allow a liquid to flow in the at least one fluid conduit. The system further includes a plurality of thermoelectric assemblies. At least two thermoelectric assemblies of the plurality of thermoelectric assemblies are in thermal communication with the liquid and each of the at least two thermoelectric assemblies has a corresponding region within the passenger compartment. The at least two thermoelectric assemblies are selectively operable to transfer heat between the corresponding region and the liquid, wherein the at least two thermoelectric assemblies are each operable independently from one another. 149-. (canceled)50. A thermoelectric system for heating or cooling regions of a vehicle , the thermoelectric system comprising:a fluid conduit loop configured to allow a liquid working fluid to flow in the fluid conduit loop, wherein the liquid working fluid comprises engine coolant, wherein the fluid conduit loop is configured to be in thermal communication with an engine of the vehicle;a plurality of thermoelectric assemblies, each thermoelectric assembly comprising a plurality of thermoelectric elements;a first thermoelectric assembly of the thermoelectric assemblies positioned in a seat of the vehicle, the first thermoelectric assembly configured to be in thermal communication with the liquid working fluid and in thermal communication with a first region associated with the seat of the vehicle, wherein the first thermoelectric assembly is operable to heat the first region by transferring heat from the liquid working fluid to the first region or to cool the first region by transferring heat from the first region to the liquid working fluid;a second thermoelectric assembly of the thermoelectric assemblies positioned ...

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM FOR DRIVER'S SEAT AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING AIR CONDITIONING OF SEAT

An air conditioning system for a driver's seat may include an eva-core and a blower; ducts extended to supply cold air blown by the blower to respective parts of a driver's seat; a thermoelectric element cooperatively controlled with an air conditioner of a vehicle, in which coolant water passes through a heat absorbing surface, so that the coolant water cooled by heat exchange is supplied to the driver's seat through a duct after air supplied by the blower is cooled in a heat exchange unit, and a heat emitting surface is in contact with a radiator to emit heat and generate cold air; and a distributor configured to selectively supply the cold air generated by the thermoelectric element to the respective parts of the driver's seat through the ducts. 1. An air conditioning system for a driver's seat , comprising:an eva-core and a blower;ducts extended to supply cold air blown by the blower to respective parts of the driver's seat;a thermoelectric element cooperatively controlled with an air conditioner of a vehicle, in which coolant water passes through a heat absorbing surface, so that the coolant water cooled by heat exchange is supplied to the driver's seat through a duct after air supplied by the blower is cooled in a heat exchange unit, and a heat emitting surface is in contact with a radiator to emit heat and generate cold air; anda distributor configured to selectively supply the cold air generated by the thermoelectric element to the respective parts of the driver's seat through the ducts.2. The air conditioning system of claim 1 , wherein the respective parts of the driver's seat include an armrest claim 1 , a seat part claim 1 , a back part of a chair claim 1 , and a neck portion.3. The air conditioning system of claim 1 , wherein the ducts include ducts extended from a rear surface of a back of the driver's seat to communicate to a seat part and a back part of a chair claim 1 , a duct extended to communicate to an armrest claim 1 , and a duct extended to ...

VENTILATION APPARATUS FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

A motor vehicle ventilation apparatus is provided including a distributor housing having at least two air ducts leading from the distributor housing. Through these two outgoing air ducts, an air mass flow that is fed to the housing or produced inside the housing is able to be distributed to at least two air outlets arranged at a distance from one another in an interior space of a motor vehicle. The air ducts leading from the distributor housing are each in flow communication with at least one of the air outlets. In addition, at least one servo unit is movable by a drive unit arranged adjacent to at least one of the air ducts in the distributor housing. 111-. (canceled)12. A motor vehicle ventilation apparatus comprising:a distributor housing configured to discharge an air mass flow;a first air duct in fluid communication with the distributor housing and having a first air outlet configured to be arranged in an interior space of a motor vehicle;a second air duct in fluid communication with the distributor housing and having a second air outlet configured to be arranged in the interior space at a distance from the first air outlet;a servo unit arranged in the distributor housing adjacent to at least one of the first and second air ducts, wherein the servo unit is positionable for selectively concealing and revealing the at least one of the first and second air ducts;a drive unit coupled to the servo unit for selective positioning thereof; anda controller in communication with the drive unit configured to actuate the drive unit for selectively positioning the servo unit and continuously altering the distribution of the air mass flow to the first and second air ducts.13. The motor vehicle ventilation apparatus according to claim 12 , wherein the servo unit comprises at least one flap movably supported on the housing.14. The motor vehicle ventilation apparatus according to claim 13 , wherein the servo unit comprises at least one flap pivotally supported on the housing.15 ...

AIR-BLOWING DEVICE

An air-blowing device has a wall portion, a duct, and a guide wall. The wall portion is provided with a blowing outlet having an opening periphery extending in one direction. The duct has a first wall and a second wall facing the first wall and therein provides an air passage communicating with the blowing outlet. The guide wall curves from the first wall to be away from the second wall and is connected with an edge providing the opening periphery. The guide wall guides air flowing in the air passage to blow from the blowing outlet in a direction from the second wall toward the first wall. The edge extends to have a shape protruding in a direction from the first wall toward the second wall. 1. Air-blowing device comprising:a wall portion that is provided with a blowing outlet having an opening periphery extending in one direction;a duct that has a first wall and a second wall facing the first wall and therein provides an air passage communicating with the blowing outlet; anda guide wall that curves from the first wall to be away from the second wall, the guide wall that is connected with an edge providing the opening periphery, the guide wall that guides air flowing in the air passage to blow from the blowing outlet in a direction from the second wall toward the first wall, whereinthe edge extends to have a shape protruding in a direction from the first wall toward the second wall.2. The air-blowing device according to claim 1 , further comprisingan adjuster that is provided inside the duct and adjusts a flow direction of air flowing in the air passage, whereinthe adjuster has plate members that are arranged one after another in the one direction and rotate around axes respectively, and the axes are parallel with a direction in which the first wall and the second wall face each other, include a first plate member located on one side of a base point in the one direction and a second plate member located on an other side of the base point in the one direction, when ...

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE

A thermal management system for a vehicle includes a high-temperature side pump that draws and discharges a heat medium, a compressor that draws and discharges a refrigerant in a refrigeration cycle, a high-pressure side heat exchanger that exchanges heat between a high-pressure side refrigerant in the refrigeration cycle and the heat medium circulated by the high-temperature side pump, a heat medium-outside air heat exchanger that exchanges heat between the heat medium circulated by the high-temperature side pump and outside air, and a pump control unit that controls an operation of the high-temperature side pump such that the operation of the high-temperature side pump is continued even after the compressor is stopped. Thus, the cycle efficiency exhibited when restarting the compressor can be improved. 1. A thermal management system for a vehicle , comprising:a first pump that draws and discharges a heat medium;a compressor that draws and discharges a refrigerant in a refrigeration cycle;a high-pressure side heat exchanger that exchanges heat between a high-pressure side refrigerant in the refrigeration cycle and the heat medium circulated by the first pump;a heat medium-outside air heat exchanger that exchanges heat between the heat medium circulated by the first pump and outside air; anda pump control unit that controls an operation of the first pump such that the operation of the first pump is continued even after the compressor is stopped whereinin a case where the operation of the first pump is continued after the compressor is stopped, the pump control unit stops the first pump when a difference obtained by subtracting a temperature of the outside air from a temperature of the heat medium is determined to be equal to or less than a first predetermined value.2. (canceled)3. The thermal management system for a vehicle according to claim 1 , further comprising:a second pump that draws and discharges the heat medium;a low-pressure side heat exchanger that ...

AIR CONDITIONING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

A vehicle air conditioning device has an air-conditioning unit including a temperature regulation unit having an evaporator and a blower unit including a blower. The blower unit is offset to a side of the temperature regulation unit. A deflection guide to deflect a flow of air is provided upstream of the evaporator in a flow of air flowing into an inflow plane of the evaporator from the blower. The deflection guide has a plate-like defection portion inclined with respect to the inflow plane, and a support portion supporting the deflection portion by extending from the blower unit. A gap is provided between the support portion and the evaporator. Air that has collided with the deflection portion is changed in flow direction to head for the blower side of the inflow plane. 1. An air conditioning device for a vehicle , comprising:a blower unit having a blower that blows air;a temperature regulation unit disposed on a side of the blower unit, the temperature regulation unit having an evaporator provided with an inflow plane extending in a flow direction of the air blown from the blower and configured to exchange heat with air inflowing through the inflow plane; anda deflection guide disposed upstream of the evaporator in a direction of a flow of air flowing into the inflow plane of the evaporator, the deflection guide deflecting a flow of the air from the blower to the inflow plane of the evaporator, wherein: a deflection portion having a plate shape and inclined with respect to the inflow plane of the evaporator, and', 'a support portion supporting the deflection portion; and, 'the deflection guide includes,'}the deflection portion changes a direction of a flow of the air blown from the blower toward an end part of the inflow plane adjacent to the blower.2. The air conditioning device for a vehicle claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein:the blower unit has a first blower case and a second blower case which are combined to each other to store the blower;the deflection ...

AIR CONDITIONING APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE

An air conditioning apparatus for a vehicle may include a cooling duct provided with a cooling duct inlet at a first end of the cooling duct, and a cooling duct indoor outlet and a cooling duct outdoor outlet at a second end cooling duct, and including an evaporation core disposed in the cooling duct, a heating duct provided with a heating duct inlet at a first end of the heating duct, and a heating duct indoor outlet and a heating duct outdoor outlet at a second end of the heating duct, and including a condenser disposed in the heating duct, and an overlapping duct provided by overlapping the cooling duct with the heating duct, the evaporation core and the condenser being disposed respectively at an upstream and a downstream of an air flow, and the evaporation core and the condenser may be connected with each other on one refrigerant passage. 1. An air conditioning apparatus for a vehicle , the air conditioning apparatus comprising:a cooling duct provided with a cooling duct inlet at a first end of the cooling duct, and a cooling duct indoor outlet and a cooling duct outdoor outlet at a second end cooling duct, and including an evaporation core disposed in the cooling duct;a heating duct provided with a heating duct inlet at a first end of the heating duct, and a heating duct indoor outlet and a heating duct outdoor outlet at a second end of the heating duct, and including a condenser disposed in the heating duct; andan overlapping duct provided by overlapping the cooling duct with the heating duct, wherein the evaporation core and the condenser are disposed respectively at an upstream and a downstream of an air flow, whereinthe evaporation core and the condenser are connected with each other on one refrigerant passage.2. The air conditioning apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a cooling duct exhaust control door provided between the indoor outlet and the outdoor outlet of the cooling duct, and controlling an outflow amount of air; anda heating duct exhaust ...

USER DEMANDED CLIMATE CONTROL IN A VEHICLE

A climate control system in a vehicle comprises a first vent unit adjacent to a driver seat; a second vent unit adjacent to a passenger seat; a climate control device configured to provide conditioned air to an occupant compartment; and a user input device to enable selection of a first climate control mode or a second climate control mode by a user. The conditioned air passes through the first vent unit at the first climate control mode and the conditioned air passes through the first and second vent units at the second climate control mode. 1. A climate control system in a vehicle , comprising:a first vent unit adjacent to a driver seat;a second vent unit adjacent to a front passenger seat;a climate control device configured to provide conditioned air to an occupant compartment; anda user input device to enable selection of a first climate control mode or a second climate control mode by a user, wherein the conditioned air passes through the first vent unit at the first climate control mode and the conditioned air passes through the first vent unit and second vent unit at the second climate control mode.2. The climate control system of claim 1 , wherein the second vent unit includes vanes and an actuator configured to move the vanes for closing and opening an air passage in the second vent unit in response to the user's selection.3. The climate control system of claim 2 , wherein the user input device is a button disposed at an instrumental panel and electrically communicated with the actuator claim 2 , and wherein the air passage in the second vent unit is closed when the button is set at the first climate control by the user.4. The climate control system of claim 2 , further comprising a controller to control the actuator in response to a user's selection of the first climate control mode or the second climate control mode claim 2 , wherein the air passage in the second vent unit is closed by the actuator when the user selects the first climate control.5. The ...

CLIMATE CONTROL METHOD AND SYSTEM

A climate control method for a vehicle including the steps of determining a moisture level of an occupant of the vehicle; and adjusting a climate control system of the vehicle depending on the moisture level of the occupant. 1. A climate control method for a vehicle , the method comprising:determining a moisture level of an occupant of the vehicle;determining a rate of change of the moisture level of the occupant; andadjusting a climate control system of the vehicle depending on the rate of change of the moisture level of the occupant.2. The climate control method according to claim 1 , the method comprising:determining a temperature level of the occupant of the vehicle; andcomparing data based on the moisture level to data based on the temperature level to determine a physical condition of the occupant; andadjusting the climate control system of the vehicle depending on the physical condition of the occupant.3. The climate control method according to claim 2 , the method comprising:determining a temperature of an environment external to the vehicle;comparing data based on the temperature of the environment external to the vehicle to data based on the moisture level of the occupant; andadjusting the climate control system of the vehicle depending on a comparison between the data based on the temperature of the environment external to the vehicle and the data based on the moisture level of the occupant.4. The climate control method according to claim 3 , the method comprising:determining a future geographical location of the vehicle;determining the temperature of the environment external to the vehicle at the future geographical location; andadjusting the climate control system of the vehicle depending on the temperature of the environment external to the vehicle at the future geographical location.5. The climate control method according to claim 4 , the method comprising:determining a first moisture level of the occupant during a first journey;determining a second ...

Vehicle-mounted temperature controller

A vehicle-mounted temperature controller has a first heat circuit and a refrigeration circuit. The first heat circuit has a first radiator exchanging heat with outside air, a first heat exchanger, and a first pump, and configured so that a first heat medium is circulated therethrough. The refrigeration circuit has the first heat exchanger discharging heat from the refrigerant to a first heat medium to make a refrigerant condense, a second heat exchanger absorbing heat to the refrigerant to thereby make the refrigerant evaporate and to cool an object to be cooled, and a compressor, and is configured so that the refrigerant circulates through the first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger and thereby a refrigeration cycle is realized. When the object to be cooled starts being cooled, the compressor is started up after the first pump is started up.

EFFICIENT VEHICLE AC BASED ON CAR OCCUPANCY DETECTED BY COMPUTER VISION

An apparatus including an interface and a processor. The interface may be configured to receive video frames corresponding to an interior of a vehicle. The processor may be configured to perform video operations on the video frames to detect objects in the video frames, detect one or more passengers based on the objects detected in the video frames, determine a location of each of the passengers detected and generate a climate control signal for each of said passengers. The climate control signal may be implemented to control climate settings in a plurality of climate zones within the vehicle. The processor may correlate the location of each of the passengers to the climate zones. 1. An apparatus comprising:an interface configured to receive video frames corresponding to an interior of a vehicle; anda processor configured to (i) perform video operations on said video frames to detect objects in said video frames, (ii) detect one or more passengers based on said objects detected in said video frames, (iii) determine a location of each of said passengers detected and (iv) generate a climate control signal for each of said passengers, wherein (a) said climate control signal is implemented to control climate settings in a plurality of climate zones within said vehicle and (b) said processor correlates said location of each of said passengers to said climate zones.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said control signal is configured to set said climate settings to turn off heating/cooling in each of said climate zones that do not have one of said passengers present.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein each of said climate zones correspond to one of a plurality of seat locations within said vehicle.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said climate settings are configured to adjust a temperature of one or more of said climate zones.5. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said control signal is configured to adjust said climate ...

VEHICLE HEATING DEVICE, AND VEHICLE PROVIDED WITH VEHICLE HEATING DEVICE

A target thermal sensation setter sets target thermal sensations for a finite number of parts into which the occupant is virtually divided. A cabin temperature controller individually controls a cabin air-conditioning unit and an auxiliary heater so that the thermal sensations of the respective parts of the occupant estimated by an occupant thermal sensation estimator fall within a range of the target thermal sensations. 1. A vehicle heater including a cabin air-conditioning unit configured to produce air-conditioned wind blowing out of an outlet in a cabin and to condition air in the cabin using the air-conditioned wind , the vehicle heater comprising:an auxiliary heater including at least one of a direct warmer positioned to correspond to a part of an occupant in contact therewith and configured to directly warm the occupant, or a radiant warmer positioned to be apart from the occupant and configured to warm the occupant by radiant heat;a cabin condition detector configured to sense or estimate at least one cabin condition of a temperature condition inside the cabin, a humidity condition inside the cabin, an airflow condition inside the cabin, or a solar radiation condition inside the cabin;an operation state detector configured to detect operation states of the cabin air-conditioning unit and the auxiliary heater;a target thermal sensation setter configured to set target thermal sensations for a finite number of parts into which the occupant is virtually divided;an occupant thermal sensation estimator configured to quantitatively estimate the thermal sensations of the respective parts of the occupant based on the cabin condition sensed or estimated by the cabin condition detector, and the operation states of the cabin air-conditioning unit and the auxiliary heater detected by the operation state detector; anda cabin temperature controller configured to individually control the cabin air-conditioning unit and the auxiliary heater so that the thermal sensations of ...

Heat exchange system for vehicle and air conditioning system for vehicle

It provides an operation part calculating an energy recovered by the heat exchanger in the heat exchanger and energies consumed by the air blower for absorption and the air blower for discharge and determining which of the energy recovered by the heat exchange and the energies consumed by the air blower for absorption and the air blower for discharge is greater, and a control part controlling at least one of the air blower for absorption and the air blower for discharge so that the energy consumed by the air blower for absorption and the air blower for discharge becomes small when the operation part determines that the energy consumed by the air blower for absorption and the air blower for discharge is greater than the energy recovered by the heat exchanger.

Allergen map created by vehicle network

A system for providing allergen information includes an allergen sensor located on a vehicle designed to detect allergen data corresponding to levels of at least one allergen in an environment of the vehicle. The system further includes a network access device located on the vehicle and designed to transmit the allergen data to a remote server and to receive an allergen map from the remote server, the allergen map being based on the allergen data from the vehicle and from additional vehicles, and indicating the levels of the at least one allergen at various locations on the allergen map. The system further includes an output device designed to output data. The system further includes an electronic control unit (ECU) coupled to the allergen sensor, the network access device, and the output device and designed to control the output device to output the allergen map received from the remote server.

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system for vehicle

Disclosed is a vehicular HVAC system, including: a battery circulation line including a battery radiator, a high-voltage battery, and a first valve, arranged to allow a first coolant to circulate therethrough; a branch line selectively connected to the circulation line through the valve and having a cooling heat exchanger configured to exchange heat with an indoor air conditioning refrigerant line; a battery heating line including a water heater, an indoor air conditioning heater core, and a second valve, arranged to allow a second coolant to circulate therethrough, the battery heating line being selectively connected to the circulation line through the second valve; and a controller configured to control the first valve in stages, to cool the high-voltage battery, to control the second valve and the water heater to selectively heat the battery, and to control the water heater or a cooling device on the refrigerant line to air condition the vehicle.

VEHICLE CABIN AIR CONDITIONING AND BATTERY COOLING SYSTEM

A vehicle includes a cooling arrangement that includes an air conditioning loop and a battery cooling loop connected together by a common chiller and arranged to cool each of cabin air and a battery. A coolant three-way proportional control valve is connected to the chiller and the battery. The control valve is configured to operatively control a capacity of the chiller for the battery. 120-. (canceled)21. A vehicle cooling arrangement comprising:a cooling arrangement including an air conditioning loop and a battery cooling loop connected together by a chiller and arranged to cool each of cabin air and a battery; anda coolant three-way proportional control valve connected between the chiller and the battery and to a bypass line, wherein the proportional control valve is operable to control a capacity of the chiller.22. The vehicle cooling arrangement of claim 21 , wherein the battery cooling loop further comprises a pump.23. The vehicle cooling arrangement of claim 21 , wherein the air conditioning loop further comprises at least one evaporator and at least one thermal expansion valve for controlling introduction of refrigerant within the air conditioning loop into the chiller.24. The vehicle cooling arrangement of claim 23 , wherein the at least one thermal expansion valve comprises front and rear evaporators.25. The vehicle cooling arrangement of claim 23 , wherein the air conditioning loop further comprises a compressor.26. The vehicle cooling arrangement of claim 21 , wherein the bypass line is operable to direct coolant flow to a duo valve that operatively connects the battery and a radiator.27. The vehicle cooling arrangement of claim 26 , wherein an outlet of the bypass line is connected to a coolant pump.28. The vehicle cooling arrangement of claim 21 , wherein the air conditioning loop further includes a heat exchanger positioned between a radiator and the chiller.29. A method of cooling a vehicle battery claim 21 , comprising:selectively directing coolant ...

Process and Device for Monitoring Air Conditioning System

A process for monitoring and controlling a refrigerant within an air conditioning system. The process includes, a first sensor measuring air temperature of an output vent of the system, a second sensor measuring an environmental parameter, and at least one pressure sensor measuring an operating pressure of the refrigerant within the system. The process also includes a computer device in signal communication with the first, second, and pressure sensors. The computer device is configured to receive signals indicative of the air temperature, the operating pressure, and environmental parameter from the sensors. The process further includes a pressurized refrigerant reservoir for supplying refrigerant to the system and a flow controller for controlling refrigerant within the system. The flow controller provides fluid communication between the pressurized refrigerant reservoir and the system. The flow controller is in signal communication with the computer device and is configured to receive signals from the computer device. 1. A monitoring system , for controlling a refrigerant within an air conditioning system , said monitoring system comprising:a first sensor measuring air temperature of at least one output vent of said air conditioning system;a second sensor measuring at least one environmental parameter;at least one pressure sensor measuring an operating pressure of said refrigerant within said air conditioning system;a computer device in signal communication with said first, second, and pressure sensors, said computer device configured to receive signals indicative of said air temperature, said operating pressure, and said at least one environmental parameter from said sensors;a pressurized refrigerant reservoir for supplying refrigerant to said air conditioning system;a flow controller for controlling refrigerant within said air conditioning system, said flow controller providing fluid communication between said pressurized refrigerant reservoir and said air ...

VEHICULAR AIR-CONDITIONER

A vehicular air-conditioner includes: a wind changing unit that changes at least one of a wind volume and a wind direction of air-conditioned wind, a temperature detection unit that detects a surface temperature of an object based on radiation from the object, a detection position changing unit that changes a position of a detection target region that is a region in which the surface temperature is to be detected by the temperature detection unit, and a control unit that controls each operation of the wind changing unit and the detection position changing unit. The control unit controls at least one of the operation of the wind changing unit and the operation of the detection position changing unit to suppress changes in the wind volume of the air-conditioned wind in the detection target region when a portion of the surface of an occupant is in the detection target region. 1. A vehicular air-conditioner to be provided in a vehicle , the vehicular air-conditioner comprising:a wind changing unit that changes at least one of a wind volume and a wind direction of an air-conditioned wind to be blown out into a vehicle interior;a temperature detection unit that detects a surface temperature of an object based on radiation from the object;a detection position changing unit that changes a position of a detection target region, the detection target region being a region in which the surface temperature is to be detected by the temperature detection unit; anda control unit that controls operation of the wind changing unit and operation of the detection position changing unit,whereinthe control unit controls at least one of the operation of the wind changing unit and the operation of the detection position changing unit to suppress changes in the wind volume of the air-conditioned wind in the detection target region when a part of a surface of an occupant is in the detection target region,the control unit controls the operation of the detection position changing unit such that ...

CONTROL APPARATUS OF HEAT EXCHANGING SYSTEM

A control apparatus according to the invention is applied to a heat exchanging system comprising a connection system for connecting an engine water passage for heat exchanging water for cooling an internal combustion engine and the heater water passage for the heat exchanging water for heating a heater core to each other. The apparatus activates the connection system to connect the engine water passage to the heater water passage when a temperature of the heat exchanging water circulating through the engine water passage, is equal to or higher than the temperature of the heat exchanging water circulating through the heater water passage, and an interior of a vehicle is requested to be warmed up. 1. A control apparatus of a heat exchanging system , the heat exchanging system comprising:a heater core heating system for heating a heater core for heating air supplied to an interior of a vehicle to warm up the interior of the vehicle by heat exchanging water, which heater core heating system including a heater water passage, through which the heat exchanging water circulates, a heat exchanger for heating the heat exchanging water circulating the heater water passage, and a heater pump for circulating the heat exchanging water through the heater water passage;an engine cooling system for cooling an internal combustion engine by the heat exchanging water, which engine cooling system including an engine water passage, through which the heat exchanging water circulates, and an engine pump for circulating the heat exchanging water through the engine water passage; anda connection system for connecting the engine water passage and the heater water passage to each other such that the heat exchanging water flows into the heater water passage from the engine water passage, and the heat exchanging water flows out from the heater water passage to the engine water passage,wherein the control apparatus comprises an electronic control unit configured to:activate the heater pump when ...

CONTROL APPARATUS OF HEAT EXCHANGING SYSTEM

A control apparatus of a heat exchanging system according to the invention, decreases a duty ratio of the heater pump after connecting an engine water passage to a heater water passage, shutting off a predetermined water passage portion of the heater water passage, and increasing a duty ratio of an engine pump when the controls for shutting off the predetermined water passage portion, connecting the engine water passage to the heater water passage, decreasing the duty ratio of the heater pump, and increasing the duty ratio of the engine pump, are requested to be executed. 1. A control apparatus of a heat exchanging system , the heat exchanging system comprising:a heater core heating system including a heater water passage, through which heat exchanging water circulates, a heat exchanger for heating the heat exchanging water circulating the heater water passage, and a heater pump for circulating the heat exchanging water through the heater water passage, the heater core heating system heating the heater core by the heat exchanging water, the heater core heating air supplied to an interior of a vehicle for warm up the interior of the vehicle;an engine cooling system including an engine water passage, through which the heat exchanging water circulates, and an engine pump for circulating the heat exchanging water through the engine water passage, the engine cooling system cooling an internal combustion engine by the heat exchanging water;a connection system for connecting the engine water passage and the heater water passage to each other; anda shut-off valve provided in the heater water passage for shutting off the heater water passage;the heater pump and the engine pump being configured to be activated such that a core flow rate corresponding to a flow rate of the heat exchanging water flowing through the heater core, is controlled to a requested core flow rate, and an engine flow rate corresponding to a flow rate of the heat exchanging water flowing through the ...

CONTROL APPARATUS OF HEAT EXCHANGING SYSTEM

A control apparatus of a heat exchanging system according to the invention executes a control for activating a connection system to connect an engine water passage to a heater water passage and a control for increasing an engine pump duty ratio, and then executes a control for decreasing a heater pump duty ratio when the control for decreasing the heater pump duty ratio and the control for increasing the engine pump duty ratio are requested to be executed in order to control a core flow rate to a requested core flow rate and an engine flow rate to a requested engine flow rate after the engine water passage is connected to the heater water passage by the connection system. 1. A control apparatus of a heat exchanging system ,the heat exchanging system including:a heater core heating system for heating a heater core by heat exchanging water, the heater core heating air to be supplied to an interior of a vehicle to warm the interior of the vehicle, the heater core heating system including a heater water passage, through which the heat exchanging water flows, a heat exchanger for heating the heat exchanging water flowing through the heater water passage, and a heater pump for flowing the heat exchanging water through the heater water passage;an engine cooling system for cooling an internal combustion engine by the heat exchanging water, the engine cooling system including an engine water passage, through which the heat exchanging water flows, and an engine pump for flowing the heat exchanging water through the engine water passage; anda connection system for connecting the engine water passage to the heater water passage such that the heat exchanging water flows into the heater water passage from the engine water passage and flows out from the heater water passage into the engine water passage,the control apparatus comprising an electronic control unit for controlling activations of the heater pump, the engine pump, and the connection system, control a heater pump duty ...

CONTROL APPARATUS OF HEAT EXCHANGING SYSTEM

A control apparatus of a heat exchanging apparatus according to the invention executes a control for activating a connection system to connect an engine water passage to a heater water passage and then, executes a control for decreasing a heater pump duty ratio and a control for decreasing an engine pump duty ratio when the control for decreasing the heater pump duty ratio and the control for decreasing the engine pump duty ratio are requested to be executed in order to control a core flow rate to a requested core flow rate and an engine flow rate to a requested engine flow rate after the engine water passage is connected to the heater water passage by the connection system. 1. A control apparatus of a heat exchanging system , a heater core heating system for heating a heater core by heat exchanging water, the heater core heating air to be supplied to an interior of a vehicle to warm the interior of the vehicle, the heater core heating system including a heater water passage, through which the heat exchanging water flows, a heat exchanger for heating the heat exchanging water flowing through the heater water passage, and a heater pump for flowing the heat exchanging water through the heater water passage;', 'an engine cooling system for cooling an internal combustion engine by the heat exchanging water, the engine cooling system including an engine water passage, through which the heat exchanging water flows, and an engine pump for flowing the heat exchanging water through the engine water passage; and', 'a connection system for connecting the engine water passage to the heater water passage such that the heat exchanging water flows into the heater water passage from the engine water passage and flows out from the heater water passage into the engine water passage,, 'the heat exchanging system includingthe control apparatus comprising an electronic control unit for controlling activations of the heater pump, the engine pump, and the connection system, control a ...

MULTI-COMPRESSOR CLIMATE SYSTEM

Disclosed are climate systems and methods for control the climate systems. A climate system includes a plurality of compressors, a first heat exchanger disposed downstream of the compressors and a second heat exchanger disposed downstream of the first heat exchanger. The compressors and heat exchangers are fluidly connected by refrigerant lines to form a refrigerant circuit. The climate system also includes a controller that controls the operation of the compressors to draw back lubricant to the compressors without use of an oil equalization system. 1. A climate system for conditioning air within a compartment of a vehicle , comprising:a first compressor that includes a first oil sump;a second compressor that includes a second oil sump, independent of the first oil sump;a first refrigerant-to-air heat exchanger fluidly coupled to the first and second compressors and thermally coupled to an exterior of the vehicle;a second refrigerant-to-air heat exchanger fluidly coupled to the first refrigerant-to-air heat exchanger and thermally coupled to the compartment of the vehicle;refrigerant lines fluidly connecting the first and second compressors and the first and second heat exchangers to form a refrigerant circuit; anda controller communicatively coupled to the first and second compressors and including instructions that are configured to selectively draw back compressor oil from the refrigerant lines to at least one of the first and second oil sumps by adjusting an operating speed of at least one of the first and second compressors.2. The climate system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to:draw oil back to the first oil sump by lowering a speed of the first compressor for a first time period; anddraw oil back to the second oil sump by lowering a speed of the second compressor for a second time period.3. The climate system of claim 1 , wherein the first oil sump and the second oil sump are not connected by an oil equalizing system.4. The climate system ...

KINEMATICS ASSEMBLY

A kinematics assembly may include a control lever configured to drive a plurality of air flaps, a cam disc, and a bearing plate. The cam disc may include a bearing pin and the bearing plate may have a bearing opening in which the cam disc is mounted via the bearing pin. At least one groove may be disposed at the bearing opening. The bearing pin may include a tongue structured in a complementary manner to the at least one groove. The cam disc may be rotationally fixed to the bearing plate in a predefined mounting position in which the tongue is engaged in the at least one groove. The cam disc may be rotatably mounted on the bearing plate in an operating position in which the cam disc is displaced in an axial direction such that the tongue is not engaged in the at least one groove. 1. A kinematics assembly , comprising:a control lever configured to drive a plurality of air flaps;a cam disc including a bearing pin;a bearing plate with a bearing opening in which the cam disc is mounted via the bearing pin;at least one groove disposed at the bearing opening;the bearing pin including a tongue structured in a complementary manner to the at least one groove;wherein the cam disc is rotationally fixed to the bearing plate in a predefined mounting position in which the tongue is engaged in the associated at least one groove; andwherein the cam disc is rotatably mounted on the bearing plate in an operating position in which the cam disc is displaced in an axial direction of the bearing pin such that the tongue is not engaged in the at least one groove.2. The kinematics assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising a guide pin arranged on the control lever claim 1 , the guide pin engaged in a slide guide of the cam disc.3. The kinematics assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of crush ribs arranged on the bearing pin facilitating a fixing of the bearing pin claim 1 , when the cam disc is in the mounting position claim 1 , in the bearing opening.4. ...

HEATING APPARATUS OF VEHICLE

A heating apparatus of the invention executes a first heating control for heating a heater core by a heat generation device when a process of heating the heater core is requested while an engine operation is stopped. The heating apparatus executes a second heating control for heating the cooling water which cooled an internal combustion engine, by the heat generation device and supplying the heated cooling water to the heater core when a heater core temperature is not increased to a requested temperature only by the heat generation device. The heating apparatus executes a third heating control for stopping the engine operation, heating the cooling water which cooled the internal combustion engine, by the heat generation device, and supplying the heated cooling water to the heater core when an engine temperature becomes equal to or higher than a predetermined temperature while the second heating control is executed. 1. A vehicle heating apparatus for heating an interior space of a vehicle , comprising:a heater core for heating an air to be supplied to the interior space;a heat generation device for generating heat by using electric power;at least one pump for flowing cooling water; andan electronic control unit for controlling an activation of the heat generation device, an operation of an internal combustion engine of the vehicle, and an activation of the at least one pump, execute a first heating control for activating the heat generation device to heat the heater core by the heat generated by the heat generation device when a process of heating the heater core is requested while the operation of the internal combustion engine is stopped;', 'execute a second heating control for activating the heat generation device, operating the internal combustion engine, and activating the at least one pump to heat the cooling water which cooled the internal combustion engine, by the heat generated by the heat generation device, supply the heated cooling water to the heater core ...

CAM-OPERATED DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING AT LEAST ONE COMPONENT

The present invention relates to a cam-operated device () for controlling at least one component, said device comprising a cam () comprising at least one first camway () on a first face and a second camway () on an opposite face, said first camway () having a depth, measured starting from an opening, at the level of said first face, of said first camway, and said second camway () having a depth, measured starting from an opening, at the level of said opposite face, of said second camway, a height of the cam (), measured between the opening of the first and second camways, being less than the sum of the depths of the camways (). 1. A cam-operated device for controlling at least one component , said cam-operated device comprising:a cam comprising at least one first camway on a first face and a second camway on an opposite face to the first face,said first camway having a depth measured from an opening at a level of said first face, of said first camway, andsaid second camway having a depth measured from an opening at a level of said opposite face, of said second camway,a height of the cam being measured between the openings of the first and second camways, the height being less than a sum of the depths of the first and second camways.2. The cam-operated device as claimed in claim 1 , in which each camway has a rectangular or square cross section.3. The cam-operated device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein at least one of the caraways of the first face of the cam is secant with at least one of the caraways of the opposite face of said cam claim 1 , said camways being referred to as interrupted.4. The cam-operated device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the interrupted camway(s) of the first face of the cam open onto the interrupted camway(s) of the opposite face of said cam over a height which is less than the depth of the interrupted camway(s) of the opposite face of said cam.514. The cam-operated device as claimed in claim claim 3 , in which the cam comprises a central ...

System, Method and Apparatus for Wireless Sensor Network Configuration

A remote user can specify data collection and processing characteristics of a wireless sensor network. In one example, a configuration station enables a user to activate/deactivate different sensor channels of data to support a delivery of data streams to customers. In another example, a configuration station enables a user to specify reporting intervals for different sensor channels of data. In yet another example, a configuration station enables a user to specify transformation functions for different sensor channels of data. The remote configuration process can be applied to every sensor in every sensor module unit attached to every wireless node at a monitored location. 1. (canceled)2. A method , comprising:displaying, at a configuration device, a first user interface that enables a user to select a first of a plurality of sensors installed at a monitored location;displaying, at the configuration device in response to the selection of the first of the plurality of sensors, a second user interface that enables the user to specify a transformation function for the first of the plurality of sensors; andtransmitting, by the configuration device in response to the user specification of the transformation function, a configuration command to a server device, the configuration command storing an association between the transformation function and the first of the plurality of sensors such that the server device applies the transformation function to sensor data received from the first of the plurality of sensors to produce transformed sensor data that is provided to a destination location.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the monitored location is a building.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the monitored location is a property area.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first of the plurality of sensors is a pulse sensor.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the transformation function transforms a number of state transitions detected by the pulse sensor to information ...

Vehicle information panel interface

Provided are systems and methods for facilitating a user to configure and retrieve personalized settings for an information panel in a driving apparatus. The information panel system may be configured to store a plurality information panel configurations. Different information panel configurations may correspond to different users of the driving apparatus. Users may be identified when inside the driving apparatus by capturing their biometric information. Following identification, an information panel configuration corresponding to the identified user may be retrieved and configured on a display device. The displayed information panel configuration may include an arrangement of display items. The display items may have been previously selected by the identified user, and the selection may have included choosing an information panel template with one or more partitioned areas and selecting one or more display items to place in different partitioned areas.

Detecting illegal use of phone to prevent the driver from getting a fine

An apparatus includes an interface and a processor. The interface may be configured to receive video frames corresponding to an interior of a vehicle. The processor may be configured to perform video operations on the video frames to detect objects in the video frames, detect a driver based on the objects detected in the video frames, detect a use of an electronic device by the driver and generate a notification signal. The notification signal may be configured to warn the driver about using the electronic device in the vehicle. The notification signal may be generated if the use of the electronic device is unauthorized. The processor may comprise a dedicated hardware module configured to perform feature detection to calculate descriptors for determining a likelihood that pixels of the video frames belong to the objects that correspond to the use of the electronic device by the driver.

Vehicle, in Particular a Motor Vehicle, Comprising a Temperature-Control System for Controlling the Temperature of a Vehicle Interior

A vehicle is provided with a temperature-control system for controlling the temperature of an interior of the vehicle. The system has a temperature-control medium, preferably a liquid temperature-control medium, guided in a temperature-control circuit. The temperature-control system is operatively connectable or operatively connected to a source temperature-control system such that the temperature-control medium guided in the temperature-control circuit of the temperature-control system may be thermally influenced by the source temperature-control system. The temperature-control circuit also is operatively connectable or operatively connected to at least one interior temperature-control system such that the temperature of the interior of the vehicle may be modified by the temperature-control medium in the temperature-control circuit. 124-. (canceled)25. A vehicle , comprising:a temperature-control system configured to control a temperature of an interior of the vehicle, the temperature-control system includinga temperature-control circuit,a temperature-control medium guided in the temperature-control circuit,a source temperature-control system operatively connectable or operatively connected to the temperature-control circuit, and being configured to thermally influence the temperature-control medium guided in the temperature-control circuit,at least one interior temperature-control system is operatively connectable or operatively connected to the temperature-control circuit such that the temperature-control medium located in the temperature-control circuit is usable to change the temperature of the vehicle interior.26. The vehicle according to claim 25 , whereinthe at least one interior temperature-control system includes as a roof temperature-control arrangement arranged in or at a roof of the vehicle.27. The vehicle according to claim 26 , whereinthe at least one interior temperature-control system includes a seat temperature-control arrangement arranged in or at ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING VENTS OF A VEHICLE

Ventilation control systems and methods for a vehicle are presented. The system includes a touch screen that is configures to display an object and receive a selection of a part of the object. The system also includes an air vent that comprises at least one controllable fin and a motor that can control the configuration of that fin. A control circuitry of the system configures the fin, using the at least one motor, to direct air from the air vent to a location that corresponds to the selected part of the object. 120.-. (canceled)21. A vehicle ventilation system , comprising:at least one controllable element for controlling flow of air in a vehicle;a user interface for adjusting the flow of air in the vehicle;a memory configured to store data indicative of inputs for adjusting the flow of air that were previously received via the user interface; and based on the previously received inputs for adjusting the flow of air, select a plurality of configurations for the at least one controllable element, wherein each configuration directs the flow of air to a different location in the vehicle; and', 'adjust the least one controllable element into each of the plurality of configurations., 'control circuitry that is configured to22. The system of claim 21 , wherein the control circuitry is further configured to:adjust the least one controllable element into each of the plurality of configurations by automatically sequentially placing the at least one controllable element into each of the plurality of configurations.23. The system of claim 22 , wherein the control circuitry is further configured to:sequentially place the at least one controllable element into each of the plurality of configurations without user input requesting the sequential adjustment of air flow.24. The system of claim 22 , wherein:the user interface is further configured to generate for display a list of locations in the vehicle; andthe control circuitry is further configured to sequentially place the at ...

BATTERY HEATING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

A battery heating device includes: a radiator and a heater core arranged in parallel with each other; a battery temperature adjusting unit for heating a battery with a heat medium; a first branch branching the heat medium between the radiator and the heater core; a first confluence where the heat medium merges; a second branch where the heat medium from a heat emitter is branched to the battery temperature adjustment unit; a second confluence where the heat medium flowing through the battery temperature adjustment unit merges; and a radiator flow rate reducing part arranged in a passage for the heat medium from the first branch or the second branch closer to the radiator to the first confluence or the second confluence closer to the radiator via the radiator. 1. A battery heating device for a vehicle comprising:a compressor configured to draw a refrigerant and to discharge the refrigerant after compressing the refrigerant;a heat emitter configured to emit heat of the refrigerant discharged from the compressor to a heat medium;a decompressor configured to decompress the refrigerant flowing from the heat emitter;an evaporator configured to evaporate the refrigerant decompressed by the decompressor;a high-temperature-side radiator configured to radiate heat of the heat medium to outside air;a heater core arranged in parallel with the high-temperature-side radiator in a flow of the heat medium so as to heat air to be sent into a cabin by exchanging heat between the air and the heat medium;a battery temperature adjusting unit configured to heat a battery with the heat medium;a high-temperature-side first branch for the heat medium whose heat is emitted in the heat emitter to branch between the high-temperature-side radiator and the heater core;a high-temperature-side first confluence where the heat medium flowing through the high-temperature-side radiator and the heat medium flowing through the heater core merge toward the heat emitter;a high-temperature-side second ...

Motor-vehicle air-treatment device

An air-treatment system for motor vehicles, for example an ionizer for installation in a motor-vehicle air conditioner, has an air-treatment device by means of which air of an airflow generated by the motor-vehicle air conditioner can be treated, and has a controller by means of which the air-treatment device can be controlled in accordance with parameters of the motor-vehicle air conditioner in which the air-treatment device is installed. In order to reduce significantly the effort for the design of such air-treatment systems and in particular for their controllers and in order to create the possibility of using a universal control device as controller, it is proposed that the air-treatment device has an electrical coding means which is characteristic of the variant of the air-treatment device, can be brought into electrical connection with the controller on installation of the air-treatment device and the controller, and can be interrogated by the controller after the electrical connection to the controller has been established.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR A VEHICLE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Methods and systems are provided for adjusting operation of an automotive air conditioning system including a pressure sensor positioned within a compression chamber. In one example, a method may include adjusting operation of the air conditioning system based on one or more parameters of a compressor operation including a compressor inlet pressure, a compressor outlet pressure, and a compressor speed, that are determined based on output from the pressure sensor positioned within the compression chamber. 1. A method for a vehicle air conditioning system , comprising:disengaging a compressor clutch in response to a compressor inlet pressure below a first threshold pressure; andincreasing a condenser fan speed in response to a compressor outlet pressure above a second threshold pressure, both the compressor inlet pressure and outlet pressure based on a pressure sensor located within a compression chamber of the compressor.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the inlet and outlet pressures are each estimated from the pressure sensor claim 1 , wherein estimating the inlet pressure and the outlet pressure includes isolating a low pressure component from a high pressure component of the pressure sensor output.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein isolating the low pressure component from the high pressure component is performed on the pressure sensor output obtained over a duration claim 2 , the duration based on a number of compressor cycles.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the low pressure component is based on the pressure output indicated during an intake stroke of the piston; and wherein the high pressure component is based on the pressure output indicated during a discharge stroke of the piston.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the low pressure component is further based on the pressure output indicated during a first window during the intake stroke of the piston claim 4 , the first window occurring when a suction valve of a cylinder including the piston is open and a ...

Apparatus and Method for Improving Air Quality in Vehicle

An apparatus and a method for improving air quality in a vehicle are provided. The method for improving air quality in a vehicle, includes: acquiring state information about the vehicle and/or environmental information of the vehicle; determining whether ventilation of the vehicle is to be performed according to the state information and/or the environmental information; deriving a time period for ventilation of the vehicle according to the state information and/or the environmental information if it is determined that the ventilation of the vehicle is to be performed; and performing the ventilation of the vehicle in open mode automatically for the derived time period so as to improve the air quality in the vehicle. The apparatus and the method can improve the air quality in the vehicle before a user enters the vehicle, and thus provides the user with more comfort. 1. A method for improving air quality in a vehicle , the method comprising the acts of:acquiring state information about the vehicle and/or environmental information of the vehicle;determining whether ventilation of the vehicle is to be performed according to the state information and/or the environmental information;deriving a time period for ventilation of the vehicle according to the state information and/or the environmental information if it is determined that the ventilation of the vehicle is to be performed; andperforming the ventilation of the vehicle in open mode automatically for the derived time period so as to improve the air quality in the vehicle.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the state information about the vehicle is an age of the vehicle.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the act of determining comprises:determining that the ventilation of the vehicle is to be performed if the age of the vehicle is within a predetermined range of ages.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the act of deriving comprises:when the age of vehicle is within the predetermined range ...

System, Method and Apparatus for Enabling a Shared Infrastructure

Parties having different responsibilities and interests at a monitored location can be given a partial view of the totality of the sensor channels of data generated by the various sensors installed at the monitored location. The partial views deliver customized sets of data streams to customers. The selective distribution of sensor information accommodates the divergent interests and needs of parties responsible for tracking the various characteristics of a monitored location. 1. A method , comprising:receiving, by a host system from a configuration station via an electronic network, a first selection of one or more sensors for association with a first transmission destination, and a second selection of one or more sensors for association with a second transmission destination, the one or more sensors of the first selection and the one or more sensors of the second selection installed at a monitored location;storing, by the host system, a first association between the first selection of one or more sensors and the first transmission destination, and a second association between the second selection of one or more sensors and the second transmission destination; andbased on the first association and the second association, transmitting, by the host system, first sensor information generated by measurements from the one or more sensors of the first selection to the first transmission destination and transmitting, by the host system, second sensor information generated by measurements from the one or more sensors of the second selection to the second transmission destination.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more sensors of the first selection and the one or more sensors of the second selection are supported by a single wireless network.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more sensors of the first selection and the one or more sensors of the second selection are supported by a gateway device at the monitored location.4. The method of claim 1 , ...

HEAT PUMP SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE

A heat pump system for a vehicle which uses an evaporator of an air-conditioning case for common use in an air-conditioning mode and in a heat pump mode for cooling and heating so as to reduce weight and manufacturing costs. The heat pump system can be applied without any change in structure of the air-conditioning case, and can be operated even at low temperature without any influence of outdoor temperature because the heat pump system uses waste heat of an engine so as to enhance fuel efficiency and increase heating performance and efficiency.

Cabin Air System

A damper box includes a curved wall, an outlet, a side wall, and filter and a damper. The curved wall has an outside surface, an inside surface, and a separator sandwiched between an outside air inlet and a recirculated air inlet. The side wall is disposed between the recirculated air inlet and the outlet. The filter has a curvature matching the curved wall and covering the outside surface of the curved wall. The damper has an axis of rotation adjacent to and in alignment with the separator. The damper has a first face and a trailing edge. The first face is curved and configured to mate with a curved frame disposed about the outside air inlet. The trailing edge is configured to mate with the side wall. A ratio of outside air to recirculated air is modulated in response to the damper being rotated.

AUTOMATED CONTROL OF VEHICLE VENTILATION SYSTEM

A computing system for a vehicle is provided. The computing system includes one or more processors for controlling operation of the computing device, and a memory for storing data and program instructions usable by the one or more processors, wherein the one or more processors are configured to execute instructions stored in the memory to estimate at least one characteristic of emissions from at least one forward vehicle expected to enter a ventilation system of an ego-vehicle within a predetermined travel distance ahead of the ego-vehicle and, responsive to one or more estimated characteristics, control the ego-vehicle ventilation system. 1. A computing system for an ego-vehicle , the computing system comprising one or more processors for controlling operation of the computing system , and a memory for storing data and program instructions usable by the one or more processors , wherein the one or more processors are configured to execute instructions stored in the memory to:estimate an amount of exhaust emissions expelled from at least one forward vehicle and residing in a predetermined volume spaced apart from the ego-vehicle at a location a predetermined distance ahead of a ventilation system intake of the ego-vehicle;compare the estimated amount of exhaust emissions residing in the predetermined volume to a predetermined threshold; andif the estimated amount of exhaust emissions residing in the predetermined volume exceeds the predetermined threshold, control the ventilation system intake to at least partially close the ventilation system intake.2. (canceled)3. The computing system of wherein the one or more processors are configured to execute instructions stored in the memory to estimate a rate of emissions of the at least one forward vehicle.4. The computing system of wherein the predetermined distance ahead of the ventilation system intake of the ego-vehicle is an estimated distance that the ego-vehicle will travel in a time required to acquire information ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PORTABLE ASHTRAY WITH FINE DUST SENSOR

Methods and apparatus are provided for determining a particulate concentration level with a portable component. In one embodiment, the method includes outputting one or more control signals, by a processor, to activate a motor to generate an airflow stream through a cavity of the portable component; determining a concentration level of fine particulate matter in the airflow; determining an air quality level of the airstream through the cavity based on the determined concentration level; and outputting the determined concentration level with a graphical indicator of the air quality level for display on a display associated with the portable component. 1. A method for determining a particulate concentration level with a portable component , the method comprising:outputting one or more control signals, by a processor, to activate a motor to generate an airflow stream through a cavity of the portable component;determining a concentration level of fine particulate matter in the airflow;determining an air quality level of the airstream through the cavity based on the determined concentration level; andoutputting the determined concentration level with a graphical indicator of the air quality level for display on a display associated with the portable component.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the portable component comprises a portable ashtray.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:transmitting the determined concentration level to a remote system.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein transmitting the determined concentration level to the remote system further comprises:transmitting the determined concentration level to a remote system associated with a vehicle.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving an input; andoutputting the one or more control signals based on the input.6. A portable component for determining a fine particulate matter concentration level claim 1 , comprising:a housing that defines a cavity, the housing having at least one inlet ...

REAR HVAC CENTER STRUCTURE AND DOOR MECHANISM

An HVAC system for a vehicle includes a first shell, an opposing second shell, and a divider disposed between the first shell and the second shell. The system further includes a first conduit defined between the first shell and a first side of the divider, and a first door disposed in the first conduit and configured to control a volume flow rate in the first conduit. The system further includes a second conduit defined between the second shell and a second side of the divider opposing the first side, and a second door disposed in the second conduit and configured to control a volume flow rate in the second conduit. 1. An HVAC system for a vehicle comprising:a first shell;an opposing second shell;a divider disposed between the first shell and the second shell;a first conduit defined between the first shell and a first side of the divider;a first door disposed in the first conduit and configured to control a volume flow rate in the first conduit;a first actuator configured to articulate the first door;a second conduit defined between the second shell and a second side of the divider opposing the first side;a second door disposed in the second conduit and configured to control a volume flow rate in the second conduit; anda second actuator configured to articulate the second door separately from the first door.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a blower disposed in the system upstream from the divider and configured to provide air to the first and second conduits at substantially the same volume flow rate.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein:each of the first door and second door are configured to rotate between an open position and a closed position;the first door is oriented in a different position than the second door, such that air passes through the first conduit at a higher volume flow rate than in the second conduit.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the divider defines a first end and an opposing second end downstream from the first end; andthe first ...

System And Method For Continuously Monitoring The Ambient Air Of A Motor Vehicle

A method, system and apparatus for detecting dangerous levels of carbon monoxide and alert the occupants of a vehicle is disclosed. In various embodiments, the ambient air gaseous composition detector warns the occupants of the vehicle once the carbon monoxide composition of the vehicle's ambient air reaches a level deemed dangerous. Additionally, the device locates the closest fire department central stations or emergency company stations and sends notifications to the fire department. The device also has a locator service, which directs the emergency responders to the location of the vehicle. 1. A method for continuously monitoring the carbon monoxide composition of a vehicular ambient air , comprising:propagating toward one or more I/O components one or more commands structured according to a particular command syntax of said one or more I/O components;obtaining personalized control commands or instructions from an authorized operator of a vehicle;receiving indication of authentication for said authorized operator, said indication being adapted to populate respective topic database;detecting continually a gaseous composition of a vehicular ambient air; anddisplaying continually carbon monoxide component of the gaseous composition of the vehicular ambient air.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the authorized operator is the owner of the vehicle.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the owner of the vehicle is the principal operator.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the owner of the vehicle is the authorized operator is a guest.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the authentication request includes one or more random numbers of Diffie-Hellman key exchange.6. A system for use in continually monitoring the carbon monoxide composition of a vehicular ambient air claim 1 , comprising:a carbon monoxide sensor arrangement in communication with a computing apparatus;a plurality of I/O components communicatively coupled to said computing apparatus;a memory having stored ...

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE

The present invention relates to a thermal management system for a vehicle, which can provide various effects, such as a reduction of weight, a cost reduction, and a reduction of a package size due to a reduction in the number of components. The thermal management system for a vehicle, which includes a refrigerant circulation loop circulating refrigerant and exchanging heat between the refrigerant and inside air of an air-conditioning case in order to perform air-conditioning inside the vehicle, includes: a first coolant loop for cooling electric parts of the vehicle; and a second coolant loop for cooling a battery of the vehicle, wherein the first coolant loop and the second coolant loop are configured independently, and coolant flowing in the first coolant loop selectively circulates in the second coolant loop. 1. A thermal management system for a vehicle which includes a refrigerant circulation loop circulating refrigerant and exchanging heat between the refrigerant and inside air of an air-conditioning case in order to perform air-conditioning inside the vehicle , the thermal management system comprising:a first coolant loop for cooling electric parts of the vehicle; anda second coolant loop for cooling a battery of the vehicle,wherein the first coolant loop and the second coolant loop are configured independently, and coolant flowing in the first coolant loop selectively circulates in the second coolant loop.2. The thermal management system according to claim 1 , wherein the first coolant loop includes an electric radiator for exchanging heat between the coolant and outdoor air claim 1 , andwherein the second coolant loop includes a chiller for exchanging heat between the coolant and refrigerant of the refrigerant circulation loop.3. The thermal management system according to claim 2 , wherein the electric radiator the electric parts claim 2 , the chiller and the battery are arranged in parallel and change and control a flow of the cooling water depending on ...

Methods and systems for a vehicle air conditioning system

Methods and systems are provided for an air conditioning system. An example method of determining current through a compressor suction valve in a vehicle air conditioning (AC) system is provided, the AC system comprises an evaporator fan and the method includes determining the speed of the evaporator fan and determining the current through the suction valve based on the speed of the evaporator fan.

ROTARY APPARATUS

A rotary apparatus includes a motor, a plurality of gears including an output gear, and a housing accommodating the plurality of gears and the motor. The housing includes a first surface portion, a second surface portion facing the first surface portion and spaced apart from the first surface portion, and a sidewall portion provided at an outer peripheral portion of the first surface portion and the second surface portion and supporting the first surface portion and the second surface portion. One of the first surface portion and the second surface portion includes a vibration damping part opposing the output gear. 1. A rotary apparatus comprising:a motor;a plurality of gears including an output gear; and the plurality of gears includes a gear having a first size and a gear having a second size smaller than the first size,', 'the housing includes, 'a housing accommodating the plurality of gears and an entirety of a frame of the motor, wherein'}a first surface portion including a wall portion surrounding the gear having the first size,a second surface portion opposing the first surface portion and spaced apart from the first surface portion in a rotary axis of the gear having the first size, anda sidewall portion supporting the first surface portion and the second surface portion, wherein:the first surface portion includes a vibration damping part such that the first surface portion defines an associated surface portion with the vibration damping part,the vibration damping part includes a protruded portion projecting into the housing from the associated surface portion and an attachment member attached at the protruded portion,the associated surface portion opposes the gear having the first size, andthe vibration damping part is arranged on the side wall portion side with respect to the wall portion of the first surface portion.2. The rotary apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe vibration damping part includes a plurality of protruded portions and a plurality ...

System, Method and Apparatus for Sensor Activation

A configured mode of operation of a wireless sensor node unit can selectively activate a first subset of sensor channels of data and selectively deactivate a second subset of sensor channels of data. The configured mode of operation customizes the sensor functionality in the wireless sensor node unit in support of the delivery of data streams to customers. 1. (canceled)2. A device , comprising:a sensor module having a plurality of sensors;a wireless transceiver configured to communicate wirelessly with a gateway device having a network connection to a host system including one or more servers; anda controller that configures the device, in response to a configuration command received from the gateway device, into a mode of operation that limits the transmission of sensor data from at least one of the plurality of sensors via the wireless transceiver for at least a period of time.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of sensors include one or more air quality sensors.4. The device of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of sensors include one or more environmental sensors.5. The device of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of sensors include one or more utility consumption sensors.6. The device of claim 2 , wherein the wireless transceiver communicates using the IEEE 802.15.4 protocol.7. The device of claim 2 , wherein the gateway device is installed in a building in which the device is installed.8. The device of claim 2 , wherein the configuration command is based on a user request for sensor services received by the one or more servers.9. The device of claim 2 , wherein the configured mode of operation prevents a collection of sensor data from one of the plurality of sensors.10. The device of claim 2 , wherein the configured mode of operation prevents one of the plurality of sensors from taking sensor measurements.11. The device of claim 2 , wherein the configured mode of operation allows sensor data from at least one of the plurality of sensors to be ...

Hvac system having linkage rod with mid-point movement control

The present teachings provide for a vehicle heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) assembly including a drive member, a driven member, a connecting member, a guide member, a first door, and a second door. The connecting member can be rotatably coupled to the drive member and the driven member and can be configured to be moved by the drive member to rotate the driven member. The guide member can be in cooperation with the connecting member and configured to restrict movement of the connecting member as the connecting member is moved by the drive member. The first door can be configured to be rotated by the drive member between a first position and a second position. The second door can be configured to be rotated by the driven member between a third position and a fourth position.

AIR-CONDITIONING CONTROL APPARATUS, AIR-CONDITIONING APPARATUS, AIR-CONDITIONING CONTROL METHOD, AIR-CONDITIONING CONTROL SYSTEM, AND NON-TRANSITORY RECORDING MEDIUM

In an air-conditioning control apparatus, an input unit receives a detection signal from a sensor that detects the presence of an object at an air-supply port of an air-conditioning apparatus, and receives a recognition result from a recognition device that recognizes a change request for changing setting of the air-conditioning apparatus by a user. In a case where wind from the air-supply port is set at a first flow rate and the input unit receives the detection signal, the control unit outputs a first control signal for changing the first flow rate to a second flow rate different from the first flow rate for a predetermined time and then setting the wind from the air-supply port at the first flow rate again. In a case where the change request is issued, the control unit outputs a second control signal for causing the air-conditioning apparatus to adjust a property of wind from the air-supply port, based on the recognition result received by the input unit. 1. An air-conditioning control apparatus comprising:a receiver, which in operation, receives a detection signal from a sensor for detecting a presence of an object at an air-supply port of an air-conditioning apparatus and that receives a recognition result from a recognition device for recognizing a change request for changing setting of the air-conditioning apparatus by a user; anda controller, which in operation, controls the air-conditioning apparatus based on the detection signal, whereinin a case where wind from the air-supply port is set at a first flow rate and the input unit receives the detection signal, the controller outputs a first control signal for causing the air-conditioning apparatus to change the first flow rate to a second flow rate different from the first flow rate for a predetermined time and then setting the wind from the air-supply port at the first flow rate again, andin a case where the change request is issued, the control unit outputs a second control signal for causing the air- ...

Modular designed high performance heat pump system for a vehicle with low waste heat radiation

An air conditioning system for conditioning air of a passenger compartment of a motor vehicle. The air conditioning system operable in a cooling mode, a heat pump mode, and a reheating mode, the system includes an enclosure with a first flow channel and a second flow channel conducting air, and a refrigerant circulation system with a heat exchanger operable as an evaporator independent of the operating mode and a heat exchanger operable as a condenser independent of the operating mode. Both heat exchangers are located inside the enclosure. The refrigerant circulation system also includes a heat exchanger outside of the enclosure and inside the refrigerant path, an expansion element upstream from the evaporator in the flow direction of the refrigerant, and a bypass parallel to the refrigerant path to channel the refrigerant around the heat exchanger as needed.

AUTONOMOUS-VEHICLE CLIMATE-CONTROL SYSTEM

Controlling a vehicle includes determining that an occupancy status of the vehicle is unoccupied, estimating a remaining unoccupied time, and controlling a climate-control system according to climate-control parameters based on at least the occupancy status and the remaining unoccupied time. A climate-control parameter is a value or set of values for an attribute or attributes of vehicle climate control, such as a power status for the climate-control system as a whole, a target temperature for a passenger cabin, power statuses corresponding to individual climate zones of the passenger cabin, and target temperatures for the individual climate zones. 1. A method of controlling a vehicle comprising:determining that an occupancy status of the vehicle is unoccupied;estimating a remaining unoccupied time; andcontrolling a climate-control system according to climate-control parameters based on at least the occupancy status and the remaining unoccupied time.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein controlling the climate-control system includes setting a power status to off if the occupancy status is unoccupied and the remaining unoccupied time exceeds a predetermined threshold.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein controlling the climate-control system includes setting a power status to on if the occupancy status is unoccupied and the remaining unoccupied time is below a predetermined threshold claim 1 , while an engine of the vehicle is off.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein controlling the climate-control system includes setting a target temperature to a first target temperature if the occupancy status is occupied claim 1 , and setting the target temperature to a second target temperature if the occupancy status is unoccupied and the remaining unoccupied time exceeds a predetermined threshold claim 1 , wherein the second target temperature is closer to an environmental temperature than the first target temperature.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the climate-control parameters ...

Air conditioning system for motor vehicles

An air conditioning system for motor vehicles is designed to independently cool or heat a plurality of vehicle room regions and to independently adjust discharged air volume levels in the respective vehicle room regions. The air conditioning system includes a control unit configured to, when one of the discharged air volume levels in the respective vehicle room regions is set to a maximum air volume level, dependently control the other discharged air volume level to the maximum air volume level while entering into a maximum air volume control mode.

Air conditioner for vehicle

An air conditioner for a vehicle has a compressor, a radiator, a first pressure reducer, a gas-liquid separator, a second pressure reducer, an exterior heat exchanger, an intermediate pressure refrigerant passage, a switching device, and a controller. The controller operates the switching device to switch from a refrigerant circuit of a two-stage compression mode to a refrigerant circuit of a single-stage compression mode when a compressor stop signal is output in the two-stage compression mode. The single-stage compression mode is a mode that blocks at least a flow of an intermediate-pressure refrigerant into the intermediate pressure refrigerant passage and makes refrigerant remained in the intermediate pressure refrigerant passage to flow out of the intermediate pressure refrigerant passage. The controller stops the compressor after controls the compressor to continue operating for a specified time in the single-stage compression mode. The controller restarts the compressor when the compressor stop signal is canceled.

HEAT PUMP CYCLE

A heat pump cycle includes a compressor, a first interior heat exchanger, a separator that separates a refrigerant discharged from the compressor into a gas-phase refrigerant which does not include a lubricant and a remaining refrigerant, an exterior heat exchanger that performs heat exchange between the remaining refrigerant flowing out of the separator and an outside air, a second interior heat exchanger, a control valve, an accumulator, and a first bypass passage that bypasses the second interior heat exchanger and connects to an inlet side of the accumulator. The heat pump cycle heats an air flow in the first interior heat exchanger and controls the control valve to reduce the pressure of the refrigerant, in a state where the refrigerant circulates in a refrigerant circuit including the first bypass passage while accumulating the gas-phase refrigerant flowing out of the separator in the second interior heat exchanger. 1. A heat pump cycle comprising:a compressor that draws a refrigerant containing a lubricant, compresses the drawn refrigerant, and discharges the compressed refrigerant as a high-pressure refrigerant;a first interior heat exchanger in which the high-pressure refrigerant heats an air flow blown into a vehicle interior;a separator that separates the refrigerant discharged from the compressor into a gas-phase refrigerant which does not include the lubricant and a remaining refrigerant other than the gas-phase refrigerant;an exterior heat exchanger that performs heat exchange between the remaining refrigerant that has flowed out of the separator and an outside air;a second interior heat exchanger in which the refrigerant that has passed through the exterior heat exchanger cools the air flow;a first control valve that controls an opening degree of a refrigerant flow channel positioned between an outlet of the first interior heat exchanger and an inlet of the separator;a second control valve that controls an opening degree of a refrigerant flow channel ...