УСТАНОВКА ДЛЯ ИЗЛУЧЕНИЯ ЗВУКОВ ОПОВЕЩЕНИЯ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

Группа изобретений относится к технологии излучения звуков в транспортном средстве. Установка для излучения звуков оповещения транспортного средства содержит устройство излучения звуков для оповещения о движении за пределы транспортного средства и устройство управления звуками оповещения для управления устройством излучения звуков. Устройство управления звуками задает звук оповещения о движении на частоте 1,5-6 кГц, при этом звук является слышимым за пределами транспортного средства, но неслышимым внутри транспортного средства. Устройство управления звуками поддерживает громкость звука на постоянном уровне. Такжеустройство управления звуками оповещения может задавать звук оповещения о движении на частоте в выбранном частотном диапазоне, в котором кривые уровней равной громкости соответствуют минимальному уровню звукового давления. Достигается уменьшение раздражительности водителя транспортного средства. 2 н. и 4 з.п. ф-лы, 9 ил.

РУЛЕВОЕ КОЛЕСО, РУЛЕВОЕ КОЛЕСО МОТОРНОГО ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА И СПОСОБ УСТАНОВКИ МОДУЛЯ ПОДУШКИ БЕЗОПАСНОСТИ

Группа изобретений относится к вариантам рулевого колеса транспортного средства, имеющего модуль подушки безопасности, вмещенный и установленный внутри ниши, имеющей проем заданной формы, и способу установки модуля подушки безопасности внутри ниши в рулевом колесе. Ниша имеет крышку с наружной поверхностью и внутренней поверхностью, расположенную поверх и вблизи к модулю подушки безопасности и по существу закрывающую проем ниши. Крышка имеет предопределенную форму, соответствующую форме проема ниши, и внешнюю кромку, соответствующую внутренней кромке ниши. Внешняя кромка крышки содержит эластичный контур, расположенный вблизи к внутренней кромке ниши по внешней кромке крышки. Обеспечивается упрощение сборки и улучшение внешнего вида. 3 н. и 17 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил.

УСТАНОВКА ДЛЯ ИЗЛУЧЕНИЯ ЗВУКОВ ОПОВЕЩЕНИЯ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

Изобретение относится к технологии излучения звуков в транспортном средстве. Установка для излучения звуков оповещения транспортного средства содержит первое устройство излучения звуков, излучающее прерывистый звук оповещения внутри транспортного средства, и второе устройство излучения звуков, излучающее прерывистый звук оповещения снаружи транспортного средства. Устройство управления звуками оповещения управляет первым и вторым устройствами излучения звуков так, чтобы они отдельно излучали звуки оповещения в частично перекрывающемся шаблоне в ответ на возникновение состояния транспортного средства. Устройство управления звуками оповещения включает в себя секцию синхронизации звуков оповещения внутренней/наружной области кабины, синхронизирующую первый и второй звуки оповещения так, чтобы предоставлять неперекрывающийся период, в котором как первый, так и второй звуки оповещения являются неслышимыми. Достигается синхронизация звуков оповещения. 6 з.п. ф-лы, 7 ил.

Устройство оповещения водителя о правильности нажатия на педаль "тормоз" во время езды

Настоящая полезная модель относится к электрооборудованию транспортных средств, а именно к тормозному управлению автомобиля, и предназначается преимущественно для первоначальной подготовки водительского состава, для водителей с замедленной реакцией, для водителей «паникующих» при стрессовой ситуации, для водителей чувствующих себя уверенней при контроле своих действий. Предлагаемой полезной моделью решается задача информирования водителя о прекращении разгона автомобиля при ошибочном нажатии на педаль акселератора вместо нажатия на педаль тормоза путем использования и/или звуковой, и/или световой сигнализации. Устройство оповещения водителя о правильности нажатия на педаль 1 «тормоз» во время езды состоит из жестко закрепленного на корпусе машины контактного устройства 2, представляющего собой в исходном состоянии нормально открытые контакты, соединенные через тягу 3 с рычагом педали 1 «тормоз», неподвижный контакт контактного устройства (подвижный контакт контактного устройства) через ...

Устройство оповещения водителя о неправильности нажатия на педаль "акселератора" во время езды

Настоящая полезная модель относится к электрооборудованию транспортных средств, а именно к тормозному управлению автомобиля, и предназначается преимущественно для первоначальной подготовки водительского состава, для водителей с замедленной реакцией, для водителей «паникующих» при стрессовой ситуации, для водителей чувствующих себя уверенней при контроле своих действий.Предлагаемой полезной моделью решается задача информирования водителя о прекращении разгона автомобиля при ошибочном нажатии на педаль «акселератора» вместо нажатия на педаль тормоза путем использования звуковой сигнализации.При плавном нажатии на педаль 1 «акселератора», изменение исходного положения, показанного на чертеже, не происходит. При резком нажатии на педаль «акселератора» происходит ускоренное движение магнита 10 в полости катушки 9, в результате этого формируется импульс тока такой амплитуды, при которой происходит срабатывание порогового элемента 4, с одновременным изменением состояния датчика 6 положения педали ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ЗВУКОВОЙ ПРЕДУПРЕДИТЕЛЬНОЙ СИГНАЛИЗАЦИИ, В ЧАСТНОСТИ, ДЛЯ МОТОРНЫХ ТРАНСПОРТНЫХ СРЕДСТВ

Изобретение относится к звукошумовым устройствам и предназначено для использования при реализации акустической сигнальной аппаратуры, устанавливаемой на транспортных средствах. Устройство содержит корпус, в котором имеется, по меньшей мере, одна обмотка возбуждения. Подвижной ферромагнитный элемент, подвергающийся в рабочем режиме воздействию генерируемого обмоткой магнитного поля, соединен с диафрагмой. На его конце выполнен колоколообразный аксиальный торцевой участок, расположенный вокруг обмотки возбуждения. Предусмотренный в устройстве акустической волновод развернут подобно спирали вокруг центрального цилиндрического канала и заканчивается, образуя расширяющуюся излучательную выходную секцию в форме рупора. Устройство характеризуется повышенной эксплуатационной надежностью, поскольку возможные электрические дуги продуваются колеблющимся под действием диафрагм воздухом. 12 з.п.ф-лы, 4 ил.

ПЕРЕКЛЮЧАТЕЛЬ ЗВУКОВОГО СИГНАЛА, ВМОНТИРОВАННЫЙ В ДАТЧИК НА РУЛЕВОМ КОЛЕСЕ

Переключатель содержит рулевое колесо, включающее блок предохранительной воздушной подушки, состоящий из запирающей крышки с преобразователем, впрессованным в деформируемую переднюю стенку запирающей крышки. Преобразователь в рабочем положении связан с электрической цепью, которая приводит в действие звуковой сигнал, когда эта цепь воспринимает приводное выходное напряжение на выходном проводнике преобразователя. Преобразователь вырабатывает приводное выходное напряжение при давлении ладони на переднюю стенку.

УСТАНОВКА ДЛЯ ИЗЛУЧЕНИЯ ЗВУКОВ ОПОВЕЩЕНИЯ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

... 1. Установка для излучения звуков оповещения транспортного средства, содержащая:- устройство излучения звуков, выполненное с возможностью излучать звук оповещения о движении за пределы транспортного средства, чтобы сообщать человеку во внешней области, окружающей транспортное средство, то, что транспортное средство будет двигаться или движется; и- устройство управления звуками оповещения, выполненное с возможностью управлять устройством излучения звуков в ответ на возникновение состояния транспортного средства, при этом устройство управления звуками оповещения задает звук оповещения о движении устройства излучения звуков на частоте в диапазоне 1,5-6 кГц так, что звук оповещения о движении является слышимым человеком во внешней области, окружающей транспортное средство, но неслышимым для лица, находящегося в транспортном средстве, во внутренней области закрытой кабины,- причем устройство управления звуками оповещения поддерживает громкость излучаемого звука оповещения о движении на постоянном ...

ПРИСТАВКА ЗВУКОВЫХ СИГНАЛОВ АВТОДОРОЖНОГО И ЖЕЛЕЗНОДОРОЖНОГО ТРАНСПОРТА

Изобретение относится к автодорожному и железнодорожному транспорту и касается конструкции звукосигнальных устройств моторизированного автодорожного и железнодорожного транспортного средства, а именно оснастки источника отпугивающего сигнального звука, адресуемого водителем домашним и диким животным и птицам, оказавшмся на проезжей части автомобильных и железных дорог. Цель изобретения - дополнение существующего узкодиапазонного вибрационного звукового сигнала моторного дорожно-транспортного средства приставкой звуковых сигналов с банком естественных (собственных) звуков опасности домашних и диких животных и птиц. Приставка звуковых сигналов автодорожного и железнодорожного транспорта устанавливается в кабине перед водителем транспортного средства и содержит сенсорный блок управления 1 с пиктограммным изображением на соответствующей клавише жиотного или птицы и нормально разомкнутой как и параллельно подключенная к общему излучателю звука 4 кнопка звукового существующего вибрационного сигнала ...

ПРИСТАВКА ЗВУКОВЫХ СИГНАЛОВ АВТОДОРОЖНОГО И ЖЕЛЕЗНОДОРОЖНОГО ТРАНСПОРТА

Изобретение относится к автодорожному и железнодорожному транспорту и касается конструкции звукосигнальных устройств моторизированного автодорожного и железнодорожного транспортного средства, а именно оснастки источника отпугивающего сигнального звука, адресуемого водителем домашним и диким животным и птицам, оказавшмся на проезжей части автомобильных и железных дорог. Цель изобретения - дополнение существующего узкодиапазонного вибрационного звукового сигнала моторного дорожно-транспортного средства приставкой звуковых сигналов с банком естественных (собственных) звуков опасности домашних и диких животных и птиц. Приставка звуковых сигналов автодорожного и железнодорожного транспорта устанавливается в кабине перед водителем транспортного средства и содержит сенсорный блок управления 1 с пиктограммным изображением на соответствующей клавише жиотного или птицы и нормально разомкнутой как и параллельно подключенная к общему излучателю звука 4 кнопка звукового существующего вибрационного сигнала ...

СПОСОБ ЗВУКОВОГО ОПОВЕЩЕНИЯ ДЛЯ ТРАНСПОРТНЫХ СРЕДСТВ С НИЗКИМ УРОВНЕМ ШУМА

Изобретение относится к способу звукового оповещения для транспортных средств с низким уровнем шума. Способ содержит этапы, на которых: получают входные параметры данных, получают из вычислительного блока звуковой пакет данных, осуществляют обработку полученных данных, осуществляют звуковое оповещение с помощью акустической системы. Входные параметры получают с помощью внешних устройств. Входные параметры содержат информацию о: включении/выключении ТС, выбранном режиме движения ТС, скорости движения ТС, геолокационной зоне, в которой находится ТС, текущем времени суток, положении регулятора величины заметности. Звуковой пакет данных содержит: звук стоянки, звук движения передним ходом, состоящий из четырех отдельных слоев, звук движения задним ходом. Посредством модуля обработки формируется звуковой сигнал для режима оповещения. Осуществляют звуковое оповещение с помощью акустической системы транспортного средства с установленной громкостью и заданным звуковым режимом. Достигается обеспечение ...

Устройство для сигнализации о начале движения транспортного средства

Изобретение относится к электронному оборудованию транспортных средств, в частности к сигнальным устройствам. Цель изоб- рет.ения - повышение надежнос1и. Уст ройство содержит выключатель 1, механически связаин1 1и с педалью спсммения, зну- KOBoii сиг нал 2, датчик 3 нача.1а движения транспорл ною средства, выполненны(1 с размыкающим контактом, образовапш.ш опорным штифтом 4 и сгре.:1кой .) сип Д(). К ИСТОЧНИК} 6 гштания обмотка ис11о, 1Н11Г(. 1ЬН()1 о реле 7 подк. 1К)чепа через последовательно соедннепп1)1е датчик Л и коптакты замка 8 зажигания. Замыкак)1ннй кон I акт 7.1 реле 7 включен и пень пи 1апия звуково1Ч) сигнала 2. Перед нача лом движения при нажагип на педаль сцсп.ичшя устройпио выдает зв кпиой cm- пало начале движения, j 11пчмьппс1-ь ко )|К)1() оп)еде.:|яегся вречкчк М н.ажатия па пгд;1ль спеплс ния. При naqa.ie движения (Я с че размыкания контакта датчика Л предотвращается возможность подачи ЗВЧ КОВО о спгна,1а при нажатии на педа.11 спсммения. N cTponcTBo обеспечивает noBijiniiMint ...

Механическая сирена для транспортных машин

Приспособление для управления действием электрического звукового сигнала и светом фонарей в самодвижущихся экипажах

Устройство для включения звукового сигнала транспортного средства

Устройство для сигнализирования о скорости движения автомобиля

Кнопочный узел управления звуковым сигналом

KRAFTFAHRZEUG MIT EINEM AUDIOSYSTEM

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Kraftfahrzeug (100), mit einem ersten Lautsprecher (AVAS) zum Abspielen von Außengeräuschen außerhalb des Kraftfahrzeugs (100); einem zweiten Lautsprecher (ASD) zum Abspielen von Innengeräuschen im Fahrzeuginnenraum (103) des Kraftfahrzeugs (100); und einer elektronischen Schaltung (105) zum Erzeugen von Geräuschen durch den zweiten Lautsprecher (ASD), die die Geräuschanteile der Außengeräusche im Fahrzeuginnenraum (103) ersetzen, die nach einem Abschalten des ersten Lautsprechers (AVAS) wegfallen.

Anordnung zur Befestigung einer Airbageinheit am Lenkrad

Cover fixer for combined horn and airbag on steering wheels

The cover is fixed to a reaction plate (24) so the diaphragm horn switch lies between cover and plate, using a first fixer (34) on the cover and a second fixer (38) on the plate (24). The two fixers are secured to one another by moving the cover relative to the plate. The shoulder (36) of the flexible first fixer (34) is directed to the front (28) of the cover (22) and both fixers snap the first fixer shoulder to a corresponding shoulder on the second fixer (38) so the reaction plate is secured to the cover. The flexible arm (34) of the first fixer is formed on a cover wall (30) adjoining the front of the cover. Otherwise the fixer has a flexible leg along the cover front and extending past both switch and plate rims and is led through openings in both switch and plate.

Gassack-Modul

Lenkrad mit Airbag

Dachmodul mit Dachhaut

Es wird ein Dachmodul für ein Kraftfahrzeug vorgeschlagen, insbesondere für einen Personenkraftwagen, umfassend eine Dachhaut (16) und eine Dachunterkonstruktion, gekennzeichnet durch Mittel zur Schallerzeugung, die von der Dachhaut (16) überdeckt sind, und/oder Mittel zur Aufnahme von Schall, die von der Dachhaut (16) überdeckt sind.

Simulation von Betriebsgeräuschen eines gewünschten Verbrennungsmotors

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Fahrzeug, aufweisend eine Vorrichtung zum Simulieren von Betriebsgeräuschen eines gewünschten Verbrennungsmotors, einen gegebenen Antrieb und eine Abgasanlage mit einem Abgaskrümmer, wobei der Abgaskrümmer freie Krümmerrohre aufweist, wobei die Vorrichtung eine Steuereinheit sowie kommunikativ mit der Steuereinheit gekoppelte Lautsprecher aufweist, wobei an den freien Krümmerrohren jeweils einer der Lautsprecher so installiert ist, dass das freie Krümmerrohr für den Lautsprecher einen Schallkanal bildet, wobei die Steuereinheit dazu ausgebildet ist, basierend auf einem aktuellen Motorlastparameter des gegebenen Antriebs an jedem installierten Lautsprecher ein Betriebsgeräusch wiederzugeben, welches dem realen Betriebsgeräusch entspricht, welches bei Betrieb des gewünschten Verbrennungsmotors mit dem aktuellen Motorlastparameter an einem dem Lautsprecher zugeordneten freien Krümmerrohr wahrnehmbar ist, welches mit einem Zylinder des gewünschten Verbrennungsmotors ...

Hupenaktuator und Sicherheitsanordnung für ein Kraftfahrzeug, die einen Hupenaktuator umfasst

Hupenaktuator (11) zur Verwendung mit einem an einem Lenkrad montierten Airbag-Modul in einem Kraftfahrzeug und der so ausgebildet ist, dass er eine Abdeckung (3) des Airbag-Moduls lösbar und relativ zu der Struktur des Lenkrads bewegbar befestigt, wobei der Hupenaktuator (11) umfasst: zwei elektrische Hupenkontakte (22) und ein bewegliches Element (26), das zur Bewegung als Reaktion auf eine Bewegung der Abdeckung (3) ausgebildet ist, wobei das bewegliche Element (26) für eine Bewegung aus einer Ausgangsposition über eine Betätigungsposition in eine Freigabeposition angeordnet ist, wobei das bewegliche Element (26) zum Schließen der Hupenkontakte (22) ausgebildet ist, wenn es aus seiner Ausgangsposition in seine Betätigungsposition bewegt wird, wobei der Aktuator des Weiteren Vorspannmittel (38, 39) umfasst, die so ausgebildet sind, dass sie das bewegliche Element aus seiner Betätigungsposition in seine Ausgangsposition mit einer ersten Vorspannkraft und aus seiner Freigabeposition in ...

Signalring fuer Lenkraeder von Kraftfahrzeugen

Fahrzeugaussenrichtungs-Geräuschemissionsvorrichtung

Fahrzeugaußenrichtungs-Geräuschemissionsvorrichtung, die in einem Fahrzeug montiert ist, zum Emittieren eines nach außerhalb des Fahrzeugs gerichteten Geräuschs, wobei die Fahrzeugaußenrichtungs-Geräuschemissionsvorrichtung umfasst: eine Geräuschemissionseinheit (5) zum Emittieren eines nach außerhalb eines Fahrzeugs gerichteten Warngeräusches; einen Schalter (4), um dem Anwender zu ermöglichen, eine Ein-Aus-Steuerung der Warngeräusche durchzufühKriterien, durch die alle bestimmt wird, ob eine Fahrzone eine Hochrisikozone ist oder nicht, wobei jedes der Kriterien einen Status des Fahrzeugs beschreibt; eine Informationserfassungseinheit (1) zum Erfassen von Informationen, die einen Status des Fahrzeugs zeigen; eine Bestimmungseinheit (2) zum Vergleichen der Informationen, die den durch die Informationserfassungseinheit erfassten Zustand det ausgelesenen Kriterien, um zu bestimmen, ob das Fahrzeug durch eine Hochrisikozone fährt oder nicht; eine Warngeräusch-Aus-Steuerverhinderungseinricrungssignal ...

Fahrzeugannäherungsmeldungsvorrichtung

Eine Fahrzeugannäherungsmeldungsvorrichtung weist einen ersten Schallsignalerzeugungsabschnitt (220a), der basierend auf ersten Schallquelldaten (210a) ein erstes Schallsignal (Sa) erzeugt, einen zweiten Schallsignalerzeugungsabschnitt (220b), der basierend auf zweiten Schallquelldaten (210b) ein zweites Schallsignal (Sb) erzeugt, und einen Kombinationsabschnitt (23) auf, der das erste Schallsignal mit dem zweiten Schallsignal kombiniert, um ein Wahrnehmungsschallsignal zu erzeugen. Der erste Schallsignalerzeugungsabschnitt ändert abhängig von einer Geschwindigkeit des Fahrzeugs eine Frequenz und einen Ausgabepegel des ersten Schallsignals. Der zweite Schallsignalerzeugungsabschnitt ändert abhängig von der Geschwindigkeit des Fahrzeugs einen Ausgabepegel des zweiten Schallsignals, während eine Frequenz des zweiten Schallsignals konstant gehalten wird.

Prevention of car accidents involving wild animals

A device and procedure to prevent accidents between wild animals and cars enables the functions of main beam and dipped beam or other light sources on the car to be switched off for a short time arbitrarily from a central switch, for as long as the switch is operated. The functions of the lamps and the horn are coupled so that operating the horn will switch the lamps off while the horn is operated. This coupling can be made arbitrarily by the switch. However one light source remains on giving constant illumination.

Luftkissenanordnung mit Hupenschaltertasche

THERMOPLASTISCHE AIRBAG ABDECKUNG MIT MULTIFUNKTIONELLEM, GEWÖLBTEN SCHALTMODUL

ANORDNUNG FÜR EIN FAHRZEUGLENKRAD

Airbaganordnung

Unabhängige Steuerung von Dauerbremsen auf Getriebeseite und Motorseite während des gangschaltens

Akustische Signalvorrichtung

Die Erfindung betrifft eine akustische Signalvorrichtung (2) für ein Kraftfahrzeug (1) mit einer Schallaustrittsöffnung (5), aus welcher von der Signalvorrichtung (2) erzeugte Schallwellen (6) in einer Hauptabstrahlrichtung (7) austreten. Die Signalvorrichtung (2) weist eine Umlenkeinrichtung (4) auf, mittels welcher von der Signalvorrichtung (2) erzeugte Schallwellen (6) zumindest teilweise umlenkbar sind. Erfindungsgemäß ist vorgesehen, dass die Umlenkeinrichtung (4) als Reflektor (3) ausgebildet ist, wobei der Reflektor (3) auf einer der Schallaustrittsöffnung (5) abgewandten Seite der Signalvorrichtung (2) angeordnet ist. Hierdurch können nicht in Hauptabstrahlrichtung (7) gerichtete Schallwellen (6) zumindest teilweise in Richtung der Hauptabstrahlrichtung (7) reflektiert werden.

Verfahren und System zum Überwachen einer Platzierung eines Ziels auf einem Anhänger

Verfahren zum Überwachen eines Platzierungsvorgangs eines Ziels auf einem Fahrzeug-Anhänger (110), umfassend:Bestimmen einer Zielplatzierungszone (32) anhand des gewünschten Abstands des Ziels von wenigstens einem voneiner Anhängerkupplung (114),einer Mittellinie des Anhängers (110) undeiner Kamera (20) an einem Zugfahrzeug (100);Erzeugen eines Bilds des Anhängers (110) in der zuvor bestimmten Zielplatzierungszone (32) mit der Kamera (20);Einblenden der zuvor bestimmten Zielplatzierungszone (32) mittels einer Überlagerung auf dem zuvor erzeugten Bild;Verarbeiten des Bilds, um die Anwesenheit des Ziels (30) innerhalb der Zielplatzierungszone (32) zu detektieren; undRückmeldung an einen Benutzer, die anzeigt, dass entweder das oder kein Ziel innerhalb der Zielplatzierungszone (32) detektiert wurde.

VORRICHTUNG ZUR GERÄUSCHGESTALTUNG BEI EINEM KRAFTFAHRZEUG

ANORDNUNG ZUR HUPENBETÄTIGUNG AN LENKRÄDERN

Gassackmodul und Fahrzeuglenkrad mit Gassackmodul

Druckhebelschalter fuer elektrische Signalgeber von Kraftfahrzeugen

Sound wave transmitter for driving animals off the road or railway

The transmitter transmits sound waves at frequencies outside the range of human hearing and detectable by different types of animals in a position to be on the road or track. It transmits different frequencies within a defined frequency range. It can be manually activated or automatically after defined switch-on conditions are fulfilled. When integrated into a vehicle, the amplification of the transmitter's transmitted sound waves can be increased with increasing speed of travel.

Fußgängerwarnsystem für Elektrofahrzeuge

Ein Fußgängerwarnsystem für Elektrofahrzeuge umfasst einen Kapselungsbehälter, der an einer Stelle des Elektrofahrzeugs (EV) angeordnet ist, die sich außerhalb einer Fahrgastzelle des EV befindet. Das Warnsystem umfasst außerdem einen Lautsprecher, der an einem Innenabschnitt des Behälters befestigt ist, einen Verstärker, der mit dem Lautsprecher gekoppelt ist, einen Computerprozessor, der mit dem Verstärker kommunikationstechnisch gekoppelt ist, und eine Logik, die von dem Computerprozessor ausgeführt werden kann. Die Logik ist ausgestaltet, um eine Geräuschdatei nach der Aktivierung des EV über ein Fahrzeugnetzwerk durch den Verstärker an den Lautsprecher zu übertragen. Die Geräuschdatei enthält Fußgängerwarngeräusche. Ein erster Abschnitt der Fußgängerwarngeräusche wird von dem Lautsprecher ausgegeben und unter Verwendung von akustischen Eigenschaften des Kapselungsbehälters verstärkt. Der erste Abschnitt der Fußgängerwarngeräusche wird in einem Niederfrequenzbereich verstärkt, der durch ...

DIGITALE FAHRZEUGHUPE

Alarmanlage fuer ein Kraftfahrzeug

Plastisch verformbares Multikontaktband

Verfahren zur Bestimmung von Ausgabezeitpunkten von Sprachsignalen in einem Fahrzeug

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung von Ausgabezeitpunkten von Ausgaben von Sprachsignalen in einem Fahrzeug, wobei ein erstes Sprachsignal eine Fahranweisung beinhaltet, wobei eine Ausgabe eines zweiten Sprachsignal dann vorgenommen ollständig vor dem zuvor bestimmten ersten Ausgabezeitpunkt der Ausgabe des ersten Sprachsignals beendet werden kann.

Verfahren zur Nullpunkteinstellung bei einem mit einer drucksensorisch gesteuerten Auslösung der Hupenfunktion versehenen Lenkrad

Warning method for automatically closing vehicle doors, involves detecting whether automatic closing process of vehicle door is started by door sensor, where danger signal is produced if human body part is detected in closing area

The warning method involves detecting whether automatic closing process of vehicle door (2) is started by a door sensor (8). When the closing process starts, closing area (20) of the vehicle door is monitored by obstacle sensors (10,12) in presence of a human body part (28) in closing area. A danger signal, particularly an acoustic or visual danger signal is produced if human body part is detected in the closing area. An independent claim is included for a warning device for automatically closing vehicle doors.

Hupenaktivierungseinrichtung sowie Sicherheitseinrichtung mit einer solchen Hupenaktivierungseinrichtung

Hupenaktivierungseinrichtung (10) zur Verwendung in einem Lenkrad eines Kraftfahrzeuges mit einer Abdeckung (3), mit zwei Hupenkontakten (5, 6) und einem beweglichen Element (4), das auf Druck der Abdeckung (3) zwischen einer Anfangsposition und einer Aktivierungsposition verlagerbar ist, wobei das bewegliche Element (4) in Richtung auf die Anfangsposition vorgespannt ist und die Hupenkontakte (5, 6) in dem Anfangszustand elektrisch voneinander getrennt und im Aktivierungszustand in elektrischen Kontakt miteinander bringbar sind, um ein akustisches Hupensignal auszulösen, wobei das bewegliche Element (4) als Kontakt ausgebildet ist, an dem Spannung anliegt und das im Aktivierungszustand unter Schließen eines Stromkreises den zweiten Kontakt (6) berührt, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das bewegliche Element (4) über zumindest eine Feder (7) in Richtung auf den Anfangszustand vorgespannt ist, wobei die Feder (7) als Schraubenfeder ausgebildet und das bewegliche Element (4) von der Feder umgeben ...

Low profile light bar for emergency vehicles with embedded electronic siren amplifier

Low profile light bar for emergency vehicles with embedded electronic siren amplifier

A low profile light bar (100) for emergency vehicles with an embedded electronic siren amplifier (29), which comprises at least one central module 1), (2) and two side modules (3) which are joined to the central module (1), (2) through pairs of bedplates (4) combined with an outer central plate (5). (6) and an inner central plate (7), (8) where the bed plates (4) comprise several first parts which are fitted in several first opposing openings (9) of the central module (1) (2) and several second parts which are fitted in several second openings (10) of the side modules (3), where the first and second openings (9), (10) are adjacent to and facing each other, such that the low profile, light bar (100) comprises in at least one of its side modules an electronic siren amplifier (29) of very small size. The electronic siren amplifier (29) may be located in at least one of the two side modules (3). The electronic siren amplifier (29) may be a Class-D amplifier with H bridge power stage and comprise ...

A vehicle sound producing horn mounting

... 685,784. Mounting vehicle horns. LUCAS, Ltd., J. May 17, 1951 [May 26, 1950], No. 13274/50. Class 13. An anti-vibration mounting for a vehicle horn consists of a fixed bracket a screws h or studs passing freely through holes in the bracket and threaded into the horn. and coil springs f on the screws on each side of the bracket a.

Inlet cover with fuel type reminder

A vehicle fuel tank cover is provided with means for triggering an audible warning 44 related to a fuel type to be used. The warning 44 is typically a verbal reminder produced by means 40 located in a fuel cap 28 which comprises a locking mechanism (10 see fig 1) and a nylon runner (12 fig 1) for easy opening. The fuel cap 28 is turned through 90{. The turning powers a dynamo 32 and triggers a switch 34 to activate the warning means 40. The cover may alternatively be a flap.

Improvements in push-button electric switches

... 616,611. Press-button retractive switches. FORD MOTOR CO., Ltd. Sept. 10, 1946, No. 27135. Convention date, Oct. 20, 1945. [Class 38 (v)] A transparent horn button 29 having a contrasting lining 30 and situated in the hub 22 of a steering wheel 24, is urged outwardly by a shaped rubber spring 41 located in a dished metal lining 27 having bayonet slots 39 which retain the button by its integral radial lugs 36. A contact element 48 connected to an insulated horn lead 52 is gripped by the spring 41, and a contact flange 51 engages the earthed steering shaft 10 when the button is depressed, flexing the disc portion 43 of the spring. The button can be further depressed to disengage the lugs 36 from locking slots 40 and rotate them to the open ends 38 of the slots 39 for removing the button, which action requires considerable pressure in order to flex the conical portion 45 of the spring.

Device for securing an airbag housing, composed of a housing base and housing cover, inside the steering wheel

PCT No. PCT/EP96/00543 Sec. 371 Date Oct. 2, 1996 Sec. 102(e) Date Oct. 2, 1996 PCT Filed Feb. 3, 1996 PCT Pub. No. WO96/24511 PCT Pub. Date Aug. 15, 1996Device for fastening an air bag housing including a housing bottom and a housing cover in the steering wheel. Hooks extending in parallel to the central axis of the steering wheel are arranged at the bottom of the housing, and a matching number of pretensioned leg springs are arranged on the skeleton of the steering wheel, with one of their legs being firmly clamped in a bracket releasing a guide window for the hook such that the free leg of the spring is located in the area of the guide window and consequently in the path of insertion of the hook. At least two pins having a circular groove are fastened to the skeleton of the steering wheel, and a matching number of middle sleeves are fastened to the bottom of the housing, and the middle sleeves are used as a guide for an inner sleeve and for an outer sleeve, and the outer sleeve has dome-shaped ...

ELECTRIC SWITCH CONTACT ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE HORN

A lighting board

The present invention provides a licence board for a rear mounted bike rack or trailer attached to a vehicle. The board may comprise an elongate member for mounting a licence plate; a plurality of secondary vehicle lights mounted or mountable on the elongate member; a plurality of parking sensors mounted or mountable on the elongate member so as to be spaced apart from each other on the elongate member; a remote LED proximity monitor mountable within the vehicle, in which the remote LED proximity monitor is in communication with each of the plurality of parking sensors to provide a visual proximity aid to a driver of the proximity of the vehicle to an object; and an electrical interface arranged in use to provide an electrical connection between each of the plurality of parking sensors, each of the plurality of secondary vehicle lights, and the remote LED proximity monitor, and an electrical connection provided by the vehicle. The licence board may be mounted on the rack or trailer.

Improvements in Air-whistles for Motors.

IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO A STEERING WHEEL STRUCTURE

Directional acoustic system

Audio of external speakers of vehicles based on ignition switch positions

Method and apparatus are disclosed for audio of external speakers of vehicles based on ignition switch positions. An example vehicle includes an exterior surface, an external speaker positioned along the exterior surface, an ignition switch, and a speaker controller. The speaker controller is to determine, in response to the ignition switch being in an on position, whether to present simulated engine noise via the external speaker and present, in response to the ignition switch being in an accessory position, media audio via the external speaker. The speaker controller may present the simulated engine noise via the external speaker in response to at least one of the vehicle being stationary, travelling in reverse, and travelling forward at a speed less than a predetermined threshold speed. The apparatus may further include an input device of an infotainment head unit to receive a selection of the media audio. The external speaker may be positioned along the exterior surface to enable the ...

AIR BAG COVER HORN BLOW SWITCH ASSEMBLY

An air bag cover with a hidden switch assembly

AUDIBLE ALARM DEVICE

... 1498497 Automatic alarm systems P R MALLORY & CO Inc 4 March 1975 [4 March 1974] 8979/75 Headings G4N and G5J An audible alarm device comprises a protection circuit 18 for protecting the device against voltage transients and having an input side connected to a plurality of input-output terminals 30, 32, 34, an audible tone generator circuit connected to the output side of the protection circuit and including a piezoelectric transducer 14 for producing the audible tone, a pulsator circuit 16 for producing pulsations in the tone, and an earthing circuit 22 having an input connected to the piezo-electric transducer, a first earthing path connected directly to a further terminal 28, and a second earthing path connected directly to the input side of the protection circuit 18 and to the terminal 34, whereby the piezo-electric transducer 14 emits a tone when power is supplied to the tone generator circuit through the protection circuit 18 and one of the earthing paths is connected to earth. As ...

A vehicle turn indicator system

Device of musical information of driver (DIMCO).

OPERATING DEVICE FOR ELECTRICAL CLAIMANT SIGNALING DEVICES

RETURN TRIP WARNING

GUIDANCE EQUIPMENT FOR A VEHICLE

GESCHWINDIGKEITSABHÄNGIGE WIEDERGABE VON MOTORGERÄUSCHEN MITTELS SOUND-GENERATOR VON HYBRID-/ELEKTROAUTOS

Fahrzeug mit einer Geräuscherzeugungsvorrichtung

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Fahrzeug mit einer Geräuscherzeugungsvorrichtung (1). Um ein Fahrzeug bereitzustellen, bei dem das Geräusch, das durch das Fahrzeug abgegeben wird, beeinflussbar ist, ist eine Geräuscherzeugungsvorrichtung (1) vorgesehen, die von einer Welle (2) angetrieben und von Luft angeströmt wird, wobei die Drehzahl der Geräuscherzeugungsvorrichtung (1) und/oder der Luftstrom (5) von einem Fahrzustand des Fahrzeugs abhängig ist.

COMPUTER-CONTROLLED SPEED WARNING DEVICE FOR VEHICLES, IN PARTICULAR MOTOR VEHICLES FOR THE TRAFFIC

RÜCKFAHRWARNEINRICHTUNG FÜR LASTKRAFTWAGEN

COMBINATION OF BACK-UP LIGHT AND ACOUSTIC SIGNAL GENERATOR

HORN WITH ADAPTIVE TUNABLE SIZE OF COMPANY

Communications for autonomous vehicles

Aspects of the disclosure provide a method of facilitating communications from an autonomous vehicle (100) to a user. For instance, a method may include, while attempting to pick up the user and prior to the user entering an vehicle, inputting a current location of the vehicle and map information (200) into a model in order to identify a type of communication action for communicating a location of the vehicle to the user; enabling a first communication based on the type of the communication action; determining whether the user has responded to the first communication from received sensor data; and enabling a second communication based on the determination of whether the user has responded to the communication.

Car-Tone

Car reverse alarm

... - 15 A car reverse alarm is provided. The car reverse alarm includes a power source processing unit, an audio signal generating unit, an audio signal filter unit, an audio signal amplification unit, a voice speaker, and a voice speaker protection unit. 5 The power source processing unit receives an input power source for generating a first power source and a second power source. The audio signal generating unit receives a backing signal, and then generates an audio signal according to the received backing signal, and transmits the audio signal to the audio signal filter unit. The audio signal filter unit receives the audio signal, and then generates an audio 10 signal filtering signal. The audio signal amplification unit then generates an audio driving signal and transmits the audio driving signal to the voice speaker. The voice speaker generates an alert voice and is protected by the voice speaker protection unit. 0 9/04/10,va 99387-ic spcci do.;, 15 Power Filter Vin Source Vi Voltage ...

Electromechanical warning horn system

A light bar

Human transporter controlled by leaning

Controller for a backup alarm system

An acoustic warning device, particularly for motor vehicles

Personal mobility vehicles and methods

LOCALIZED ACCIDENT NOTIFICATION

REVERSING ALARM

A reversing alarm (16) for a vehicle emits an audible signal in the form of pulses of broad band sound when the vehicle is put into reverse gear. The broad band sound allows persons in the vicinity to locate the vehicle, as the human brain is able to process broad band sound to pinpoint the location of the sound source in a way which is not possible with single tone sounds. The alarm (16) is implemented via a simple electronic circuit which uses a zener diode as a signal generator (20) to generate the broad band sound.

DRIVERS ALARM

AN UNOBTRUSIVE DRIVER DROWSINESS DETECTION METHOD

The invention relates to a system for determining whether a driver of a vehicle is drowsy, the system comprising: a steering wheel sensor for generating a steering wheel signal; a processor for extracting at least one feature of the steering wheel signal based on an empirical mode decomposition and determining whether the driver is drowsy based on the at least one extracted feature.

AUDIBLE ALERT ON SCHOOL BUSES FOR BUS STOP WITHOUT ACTIVE MASTER FLASHER SWITCH

A vehicle lighting control system provides aural warning that the conditions for activating pupil warning lights have been met but that the pupil warning lig ht system has not been armed, preventing operation of the lights.

SWITCHING MEANS FOR AN AUDIBLE WARNING SIGNAL GENERATOR

In switching means for an audible warning signal generator in motor vehicles the horn is controlled by means of a pushbutton switch via a slip ring arrangement or a conductive strip. To reduce the electric power the horn is electrically connected to the slip ring arrangement by a field effect transistor.

DRIVER COVER INTEGRAL HORN SWITCH WITH SOLID REINFORCEMENT STRUCTURE

PATENT 2128-21-00 The cover for an inflatable occupant restraint system for a motor vehicle contains a slot in the upper wall thereof into which a thin or membrane type switch assembly is inserted. The slot in the cover is positioned between a soft outer cover material (such as urethane, vinyl or polyester) and a solid reinforcement material (such as molded thermoplastic material). The solid reinforcement material provides for the slot into which to insert the switch and also for positioning and support of the switch, and in addition, for another slot through which electrical leads to the switch are inserted. The solid reinforcement material also provides for cover strength, as well as the cover rigidity that is required to provide a reaction surface for switch actuation.

AN ACOUSTIC WARNING DEVICE, PARTICULARLY FOR MOTOR VEHICLES

The acoustic warning device comprises a casing (1) in which at least one resiliently deformable diaphragm (10, 11) is mounted. In the casing (1) there is also mounted, in a fixed position, at least one excitation winding (19, 20). A movable ferromagnetic member (8, 9), subjected in use to the magnetic field generated by the winding (19, 20), is connected to the diaphragm (10, 11). The movable ferromagnetic member (8, 9) includes a substantially bellshaped axial end portion (8a, 9a), disposed around the winding (19, 20).

AIRBAG CUSHION ASSEMBLY WITH HORN SWITCH POCKET

An airbag cushion assembly including an airbag cushion, a cushion strap and a horn switch pocket for use with a driver side airbag module. The horn switch pocket is for mounting a horn switch assembly and is secured to a tether of the cushion strap. The cushion strap retains the airbag cushion in a deflated, folded position prior to mounting the airbag cushion assembly within an airbag module and prior to inflation of the airbag cushion. The horn switch pocket is positioned on the tether so as to be tightly located between the tether and a horn activation face of an airbag module cover of the airbag module. The horn switch pocket can be made from the same material as the tether and the airbag cushion, and the horn switch pocket is sewn to the tether. According to one variation of the present invention, an airbag cushion assembly is provided having an airbag cushion and a horn pocket sewn directly to the airbag cushion.

Verriegelungsvorrichtung für den Stromkreis der elektrischen Huppe eines Kraftwagens.

Signalhupe für Autos.

Vorrichtung, insbesondere an Kraftwagen zum Auffangen akustischer, durch das Eigengeräusch des Fahrzeuges beeinträchtigter Signale fremder, hinter dem Fahrzeug herfahrender Automobile.

Dispositif avertisseur acoustique pour véhicules à moteur.

Druckknopfschalter, insbesondere für Kraftfahrzeuge.

System and method for producing an audible alert for a vehicle

A method for controlling a vehicle to emanate an audible alert. The method includes determining when the vehicle is operating, and controlling a speaker system in the vehicle to emanate the audible alert outside of the vehicle for a period of time when the vehicle is operating. The audible alert has a sound profile that includes a simultaneous emanation of a first audible frequency component at a first sound pressure level and a second audible frequency component at a second sound pressure level, with the first and second sound pressure levels being greater than a sound pressure level of the sound profile at all other frequencies. The method further includes modulating the first sound pressure level of the first audible frequency component.

Vehicle proximity annunciator device and method for notifying proximity of vehicle

A control unit generates an annunciation sound signal including multiple frequency components. A sound emission device emits an annunciation sound to an outside of a vehicle according to the annunciation sound signal. The control unit changes a pitch of the annunciation sound signal according to a vehicle speed and changes an output level of the annunciation sound signal according to the pitch of the annunciation sound signal.

Horn switch device and airbag device

A horn switch device installed in a steering wheel includes: an ornament including a biasing projection provided to project on a back surface side thereof; a covering in which a recessed portion and a through hole are formed, the recessed portion being configured such that the ornament is mounted so as to move to be pushed thereinto and return therefrom, the through hole being configured in a bottom of the recessed portion; and a switch mechanism turned on and off in response to press and return movements of the ornament. The biasing projection penetrates the bottom of the recessed portion and projects from a back surface side thereof. The back-surface-side projecting part of the biasing projection is engaged with a biasing member on the back surface side of the covering. The biasing member receives a pressing force of the ornament and biases the ornament in the return direction.

Vehicle rank distinction device for vehicle and travel sound generator device

A signal processing circuit inputs a signal from a rotation speed sensor for detecting a rotation speed of the engine. The signal processing circuit further inputs at least one of a noise signal, which is from a noise detection unit for detecting a noise caused by combustion in an engine equipped to a vehicle, a control signal, which is for controlling a fuel injection valve and/or an igniter of the engine, and a combustion state signal, which is from a combustion state sensor for detecting a combustion state of the engine. A distinction circuit distinguishes a vehicle rank of the vehicle equipped with the engine, according to the rotation speed and the at least one of the noise signal, the control signal, and the combustion state signal.

Vehicle notification sound emitting apparatus

A vehicle notification sound emitting apparatus is basically provided with a sound emitting device and a notification sound control device. The sound emitting device emits forward and reverse advancement notification sounds outside of a vehicle to inform a person in an area surrounding the vehicle that the vehicle will move. The notification sound control device operates the sound emitting device to selectively emit the forward and reverse movement notifications. The notification sound control device includes forward and reverse advancement notification sound emission timing sections. A start timing of the forward advancement notification sound is set in response to both a forward movement shift operation having been performed and an additional start movement preparation operation of the vehicle having been performed. A start timing of the reverse movement notification sound is set to be emitted immediately in response to the reverse movement shift operation having been performed.

Vehicle notification sound emitting apparatus

A vehicle notification sound emitting apparatus is basically provided with a sound emitting device and a notification sound control device. The sound emitting device is configured to emit a movement notification sound to outside of a vehicle to inform a person in an area surrounding the vehicle that the vehicle will move. The notification sound control device is configured to operate the sound emitting device to emit a movement notification during a period from when a vehicle speed becomes equal to or smaller than a prescribed value until a prescribed amount of time has elapsed in a situation where the vehicle speed becomes equal to or smaller than the prescribed value while the forward movement notification sound is being emitted.

Pseudonoise generation device and pseudonoise generation method

A determination part specifies the road width upon which the vehicle CR is traveling based on the current position of a vehicle CR detected by a position detection part, referring to road width information in a storage part. The part determines an arrival ranges for pseudonoise being outputted outside the vehicle based on the specified road width. Subsequently, a control part determines audio volume settings for pseudonoise from left and right speakers of a pseudonoise generation part, based on the determined arrival range. As a result, pseudonoise at audio volumes corresponding to the audio volume settings is outputted outside the vehicle from the speakers of the part. Thus, the output of the pseudo engine noise is properly controlled with in consideration for the presence of the possible subject to be warned in a variety of surroundings changed depending on the classification of the road.

RUNNING-LINKED SOUND PRODUCING DEVICE

A running-linked sound producing device produces a running-linked sound according to a running state of a vehicle. The running-linked sound producing device includes a vehicle speed estimation unit to estimate a vehicle speed of the vehicle, an accelerator command value estimation unit to estimate an accelerator command value based on a vehicle speed estimated by the vehicle speed estimation unit, and a running-linked sound generation unit that generates a running-linked sound, wherein the running-linked sound generation unit generates a running-linked sound based on a vehicle speed estimated by the vehicle speed estimation unit and an accelerator command value estimated by the accelerator command value estimation unit. 114-. (canceled)15: A running-linked sound producing device for producing a running-linked sound according to a running state of a vehicle , the running-linked sound producing device comprising:a vehicle speed estimating unit programmed to estimate a vehicle speed of the vehicle;an accelerator command value estimating unit programmed to estimate an accelerator command value based on the vehicle speed estimated by the vehicle speed estimating unit; anda running-linked sound generating unit programmed to generate a running-linked sound based on the vehicle speed estimated by the vehicle speed estimating unit and the accelerator command value estimated by the accelerator command value estimating unit.16: The running-linked sound producing device according to claim 15 , wherein the accelerator command value estimating unit includes a torque estimating unit programmed to estimate a producing torque of a motor of the vehicle based on the vehicle speed estimated by the vehicle speed estimating unit claim 15 , and to estimate the accelerator command value according to the estimated producing torque.17: The running-linked sound producing device according to claim 16 , wherein the torque estimating unit includes:a running resistance computing unit programmed ...

VEHICLE HAVING AN ELECTRIC DRIVE

A vehicle having an electric drive and having a sound transducer is provided. The vehicle has a sound generator for substantially simultaneously emitting a first noise having increasing frequency and decreasing loudness, a second noise having increasing frequency and increasing loudness, and at least a third noise having increasing frequency by means of the sound transducer, in particular during increasing rotational speed of the electric drive.

SOUND GENERATING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE, AND SOUND GENERATING METHOD FOR VEHICLE

Provided is a sound generating device () for a vehicle, including: a plurality of pressure sensors (to ) for detecting air pressures of an air intake sound of an engine () and outputting the air pressures as sound pressure signals; a signal processing unit () for performing processing of changing the sound pressure signals in accordance with a driving condition of a vehicle (); and loudspeakers (and ) for outputting the sound pressure signals as the air intake sound of the engine (). Then, the plurality of pressure sensors (to ) are provided at an interval in a circumferential direction of an outer periphery of an air intake duct () at positions in a vicinity of an air flow meter () on an air cleaner () side with respect to a center of the air intake duct (), the air intake duct () connecting the air cleaner () to a throttle body (). 1. A sound generating device for a vehicle , which is configured to transmit an air intake sound of an engine of a vehicle to an occupant inside the vehicle , the sound generating device comprising: the plurality of pressure sensors being provided at an interval in a circumferential direction of an outer periphery of an air intake duct at positions on an air cleaner side with respect to a center of the air intake duct,', 'the air intake duct connecting the air cleaner to an air amount control valve,', 'the air cleaner being provided on an air inlet side on which outside air is to be taken in,', 'the air amount control valve being provided on the engine side;, 'a plurality of pressure sensors for detecting pressures of air intake pulsation of the engine and outputting the pressures as pressure signals,'}a signal processing unit for performing processing of changing the pressure signals in accordance with a driving condition of the vehicle; anda loudspeaker installed inside the vehicle, for outputting a sound pressure signal processed by the signal processing unit as the air intake sound of the engine.2. A sound generating device for a ...

VEHICLE PROXIMITY ANNUNCIATOR DEVICE

A vehicle proximity annunciator device reduces an occurrence of a pop noise without an additional circuit changing an output of a power amplifier. A capacitor is located between a connection point connecting multiple resistances generating a reference voltage and a ground terminal. The capacitor causes a rise-up time of the reference voltage to delay at a start of power supply to a power source terminal. A sound emission signal is increased at substantially a same level of the reference voltage so that a variation of a differential voltage between the reference voltage and the sound emission signal falls in a pre-determined range. 1. A vehicle proximity annunciator device for notifying vehicle proximity by emitting an annunciation sound from a speaker equipped in a vehicle , the vehicle proximity annunciator device comprising:a reference voltage generation circuit generating a reference voltage obtained by dividing a power supply voltage, which is applied to a power source terminal, by a plurality of resistances;a sound emission signal generation portion generating a sound emission signal;a power amplifier outputting an amplified signal from an output terminal of the power amplifier, the amplified signal being generated by amplifying a differential voltage between the reference voltage and voltage of the sound emission signal;a coupling capacitor located between the output terminal of the power amplifier and the speaker; anda rise-up delay capacitor located between a connection point connecting the plurality of resistances generating the reference voltage and a ground terminal, wherein the rise-up delay capacitor causes a rise-up time of the reference voltage to delay at a start of power supply to the power source terminal,whereinthe sound emission signal generation portion increases the sound emission signal with substantially a same voltage level as the reference voltage so that a variation of the differential voltage between the reference voltage and the voltage ...

Criteria-Based Audio Messaging in Vehicles

A method for delivering a criteria-based message to a vehicle occupant includes the steps of transmitting a user initiated telematics request from a telematics unit integral with a vehicle to a data center remote from the vehicle, determining at the remote data center a response to the telematics request including both a descriptive response and an audio service demonstration, the user selecting one of the descriptive response and the audio service demonstration, dependent upon the selection by the user, communicating the response to the telematics request and the one of the descriptive response and the audio service demonstration from the remote data center to the telematics unit, and outputting the one of the descriptive response and the audio service demonstration to a user in the vehicle through a speaker within the vehicle. 1. A method for delivering a criteria-based message to a vehicle occupant , the method comprising:transmitting a user initiated telematics request from a telematics unit integral with a vehicle to a data center remote from the vehicle; a descriptive response; and', 'an audio service demonstration;, 'determining at the remote data center a response to the telematics request including boththe user selecting one of the descriptive response and the audio service demonstration;dependent upon the selection by the user, communicating the response to the telematics request and the one of the descriptive response and the audio service demonstration from the remote data center to the telematics unit; andoutputting the one of the descriptive response and the audio service demonstration to a user in the vehicle through a speaker within the vehicle.2. The method according to claim 1 , which further comprises:including with the user initiated telematics request at least one of an identifier of the vehicle and at least one criteria;carrying out the response determining step by determining at the remote data center a response to the telematics request that ...

VEHICLE APPROACH NOTIFICATION UNIT

A vehicle approach notification unit disposed in a vehicle for producing a notification sound outside of the vehicle includes a small speaker producing the notification sound having an audible frequency. The small speaker is disposed on a sound tube of a horn of the vehicle, the horn producing a warning sound. The small speaker emits the notification sound into the sound tube, such that the notification sound is emitted from the vehicle via the sound tube. The small speaker is located in a midstream in a sound passage of the sound tube. 1. A vehicle approach notification unit disposed in a vehicle for producing a notification sound outside of the vehicle , the vehicle approach notification unit comprising:a small speaker producing the notification sound having an audible frequency, whereinthe small speaker is disposed on a sound tube of a horn of the vehicle, the horn producing a warning sound,the small speaker emits the notification sound into the sound tube, such that the notification sound is emitted from the vehicle via the sound tube, andthe small speaker is located in a midstream in a sound passage of the sound tube.2. The vehicle approach notification unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe sound tube has a spiral shape, andthe small speaker is positioned near a center of the spiral shape, and not on the center of the spiral shape.3. The vehicle approach notification unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe sound passage of the sound tube has a non-dense range and a dense-range in a sound density when the horn produces the warning sound, andthe small speaker is positioned in the non-dense range.4. The vehicle approach notification unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe horn has a base sound frequency off Hz for the warning sound, andthe small speaker is positioned away from a horn inlet of the sound tube by a distance that is within a range from (λ/4−15) mm to (λ/4+15) mm, where λ mm is a wavelength of the warning sound.5. The vehicle approach notification unit ...

VEHICLE APPROACH NOTIFICATION UNIT

A vehicle approach notification unit produces a notification sound outside a vehicle when a predetermined driving condition is met to notify an approach of the vehicle. The vehicle approach notification unit has a cavity portion and a small speaker. The cavity portion is disposed to a component of the vehicle and has a sound space therein. The small speaker directly produces the notification sound including an audible frequency. The small speaker is disposed at the cavity portion and emits the notification sound into the sound space of the cavity portion. The cavity portion has a diaphragm or a sound outlet that emits the notification sound from the sound space of the cavity portion outside the vehicle. 1. A vehicle approach notification unit that produces a notification sound outside a vehicle when a predetermined driving condition is met to notify an approach of the vehicle , the vehicle approach notification unit comprising:a cavity portion that is disposed to a component of the vehicle and has a sound space therein; anda small speaker that produces the notification sound including an audible frequency, whereinthe small speaker is disposed at the cavity portion and emits the notification sound into the sound space of the cavity portion, andthe cavity portion has a sound outlet that emits the notification sound from the sound space of the cavity portion outside the vehicle.2. The vehicle approach notification unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe cavity portion is a resonant box that resonates with a predetermined frequency.3. The vehicle approach notification unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe cavity portion has a sound passage constructing portion therein to divide the sound space of the cavity portion, and the sound passage constructing portion defines a sound tube extending from the small speaker to the sound outlet.4. The vehicle approach notification unit according to claim 3 , whereinthe sound passage constructing portion is provided separately from ...

VEHICULAR LAMP

Provided is a vehicular lamp that includes a lamp body, an exterior lens configured to define a lamp chamber between the lamp body and the exterior lens, and a vibration device fixed to a component of the vehicular lamp and configured to be vibrated by receiving an electric signal to cause the component to generate a sound. The vibration device includes a housing fixed to the component of the lamp, an electric circuit provided in the housing, a vibration body vibrated when the electric signal is input to the electric circuit, and a device connector to which an external connector is connected to input the electric signal to the electric circuit. In particular, the device connector is integrally provided in the housing. 1. A vehicular lamp comprising:a lamp body;an exterior lens configured to define a lamp chamber between the lamp body and the exterior lens; anda vibration device fixed to a component of the vehicular lamp and configured to be vibrated by receiving an electric signal to cause the component of the vehicular lamp to generate a sound, a housing fixed to the component of the vehicular lamp;', 'an electric circuit provided in the housing;', 'a vibration body configured to be vibrated when the electric signal is input to the electric circuit; and', 'a device connector to which an external connector is connected to input the electric signal to the electric circuit, the device connector being integrally provided in the housing., 'wherein the vibration device includes2. The vehicular lamp of claim 1 , wherein the vibration device is fixed to the component in the lamp chamber claim 1 , and further comprising:an opening provided in the lamp body to guide the external connector into the lamp chamber; anda cover configured to seal the opening while supporting a harness connected to the external connector.3. The vehicular lamp of claim 2 , wherein the cover and the external connector are formed integrally with each other claim 2 , andthe cover is configured to seal ...

Horn Input to In-Vehicle Devices and Systems

The present application provides a system, method and non-transitory computer readable medium that provides a means of using a vehicle horn as an inexpensive user input interface to serve the function of a simple push button switch for an in-vehicle device or system. The use of the vehicle horn as a user input interface to an in-vehicle device or system is novel. The description of example embodiments illustrates application details that take advantage of the properties of the vehicle horn sound to allow efficient processing that can be implemented on a low cost processor. 1. A method comprising:generating a prompt to initiate a sound signal;receiving the sound signal responsive to generating the prompt;recording the sound signal in memory;computing a power spectral density of the sound signal;determining a sound start-up point and a sound drop-off point of the sound signal based on signal power identified from the computed power spectral density;utilizing a plurality of components of the power spectral density of the sound signal between the sound start-up point and the sound drop-off point to create a set of sound calibration parameters; andprocessing subsequent sound signals with the sound calibration parameters to determine if they are comparable to the sound signal.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the power spectral density is computed by using a fast Fourier transform (FFT) performed on the sound signal.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sound signal is a motor vehicle horn sound that is recorded for a predetermined amount of time.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:identifying a frequency and an amplitude of M largest tones of the sound signal, the M largest tones identified as being a predefined number of sound signal components above a predetermined fundamental low frequency; anddesignating the M largest tones as horn identification calibration parameters.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising:measuring the frequency and the amplitude ...

Device and method for generating noise for a motor vehicle

The invention relates to a device and method for generating noise for a motor vehicle, having at least one sensing unit ( 101 ), which is designed to measure at least one operating signal ( 11 ) of the motor vehicle and to forward a basic signal ( 12 ) on the basis thereof to a tuning unit ( 102 ), wherein the tuning unit ( 102 ) is designed to convert the basic signal ( 12 ) by means of filtering and acoustic shaping to form a noise signal ( 13 ) and to forward the noise signal ( 13 ) to an amplifier unit ( 103 ), wherein the amplifier unit ( 103 ) is designed to amplify the noise signal ( 13 ) and to forward an amplified noise signal ( 14 ) to a converter unit ( 104 ), and wherein the converter unit ( 104 ) is designed to convert the amplified noise signal ( 14 ) into corresponding acoustic signals in order to generate noise.

Electro-pneumatic sound alarm

Herein described is an electro-pneumatic sound alarm, to be fitted on a two or four wheeled vehicle, constituted by an electro-compressor ( 2 ), having the function of drawing atmospheric air, compressing it and conveying it to an acoustic group ( 3 ). Such sound alarm ( 1 ) is characterised in that the electro-compressor ( 2 ) and the acoustic group ( 3 ) are mutually held by means of removable fit-coupling; furthermore, the coupling elements are rigid and integral with the aforementioned two components (FIG. 1 ).

VEHICLE APPROACH NOTIFICATION UNIT

A vehicle approach notification unit is disposed in a vehicle for producing a notification sound. The vehicle approach notification unit has a speaker and a thin film. The speaker is disposed to a sound tube of a vehicle horn of the vehicle. The vehicle horn produces a resonant warning sound with a resonant frequency. The thin film partitions a space between the speaker and the sound tube. The speaker emits the notification sound into the sound tube so that the notification sound is emitted outside of the vehicle via the sound tube. The thin film restricts a sound wave having the resonant frequency from being transmitted, and allows a sound wave having a frequency producing the notification sound to be transmitted. 1. A vehicle approach notification unit disposed in a vehicle for producing a notification sound , the vehicle approach notification unit comprising;a speaker disposed to a sound tube of a vehicle horn of the vehicle, the vehicle horn producing a resonant warning sound with a resonant frequency; anda thin film which partitions a space between the speaker and the sound tube, whereinthe speaker emits the notification sound into the sound tube so that the notification sound is emitted outside of the vehicle via the sound tube, andthe thin film restricts a sound wave having the resonant frequency from being transmitted, and allows a sound wave having a frequency producing the notification sound to be transmitted.2. The vehicle approach notification unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe thin film is adjusted to have Young's modulus so that the sound wave having the resonant frequency is restricted from passing through the thin film and that the sound wave having the frequency producing the notification sound is allowed to pass through the thin film.3. The vehicle approach notification unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe thin film is made of polyethylene naphthalate, and has a thickness in a range of 10-100 μm.4. The vehicle approach notification unit ...

Vehicle approach notification unit

A vehicle approach notification unit which notifies an approach of a vehicle has a first notification sound generator and a second notification sound generator. The first notification sound generator produces a notification sound including at least a high-frequency sound forward from the vehicle. The second notification sound generator produces a notification sound including at least a low-frequency sound downward from the vehicle.

VEHICLE APPROACH ALERT DEVICE FOR SADDLE-RIDDEN ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A vehicle approach alert device for a saddle-ridden electric vehicle is a vehicle approach alert device for a saddle-ridden electric vehicle that is provided with a sound emitter that is attached on the vehicle body of a saddle-ridden electric vehicle having an electric motor in a power engine, and that emits an alert sound to a surrounding area for notifying the surrounding area of approach of the saddle-ridden electric vehicle, such that sound emission of the sound emitter is controlled, and the sound emitter is arranged so that the direction of sound emission is oriented diagonally downward and forward of the saddle-ridden electric vehicle. 123-. (canceled)24. A vehicle approach alert device for a saddle-ridden electric vehicle that is attached to a vehicle body of a saddle-ridden electric vehicle having an electric motor included in a power engine , and that is provided with a sound emitter that emits an alert sound to a surrounding area for notifying the surrounding area of approach of the saddle-ridden electric vehicle , wherein:sound emission of the sound emitter is controlled according to a traveling status of the vehicle; andthe sound emitter is arranged so that a direction of the sound emission is oriented diagonally downward and forward of the saddle-ridden electric vehicle,and the sound emitter raises a frequency of the alert sound in proportion to an increase in a rotation speed of the electric motor, and an increase rate of this alert sound frequency is set so as to be lower than an increase rate of the rotation speed of the electric motor,and the alert sound includes at least, a first sound serving as a reference sound, a second sound having a frequency higher than the first sound, and a third sound having a frequency higher than the second sound, and a ratio of 1 subtracted from a ratio of the frequency of the second sound with respect to the frequency of the first sound is set to be greater than a ratio of the frequency of the second sound with ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR GENERATING NOISE IN THE VEHICLE INTERIOR AND VEHICLE EXTERIOR OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

A method is provided for generating noise in an interior and exterior of a motor vehicle in which a control unit is provided which can be activated and which is operatively connected to a noise generator. The noise generator is connected to at least one noise emitting device (). The noise emitting device () is mounted underneath a hood of the motor vehicle, and is connected to the vehicle interior via at least one hose with at least one sound transmitting element. Sound waves are extracted from the noise emitting device () and are transmitted into the vehicle interior. 1. A method for generating noise at an interior and exterior of a motor vehicle , the method comprising:operating a control unit to send a control signal to a noise generator;activating the noise generator upon receipt of the control signal to send a noise signal to a noise emitting device located under a hood of the motor vehicle;operating the noise emitting device upon receipt of the noise signal to produce sound waves;extracting at least some of the sound waves produced by the noise emitting device; anddirecting the extracted sound waves through at least one hose and to the interior of the vehicle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of directing the extracted sound waves through at least one hose comprises directing the extracted sound waves into first and second hoses that are separate from one another.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising emitting sound waves from the first hose at a left A pillar of the motor vehicle and emitting sound waves from the second hose at a right A pillar of the motor vehicle.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the step of emitting sound waves at the A pillars comprises emitting sound waves at lower regions of the respective A pillars.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the noise emitting device is a loudspeaker arranged in a loudspeaker box.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the step of operating the noise emitting device comprises irradiating the sound ...

VEHICLE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME

A vehicle and a method of controlling the vehicle for adjusting a sound pressure of a virtual engine sound based on external noise are provided. The vehicle may include: a speaker to output a virtual engine sound; a microphone to receive external sound generated outside of the vehicle; and a controller configured to extract noise by separating the virtual engine sound from the external sound, determine each peak sound pressure of a plurality of peak sound pressures as a peak point, identify a plurality of equalizer (EQ) filters having a predetermined bandwidth, generate an amplification filter by combining the plurality of EQ filters, apply the amplification filter to the virtual engine sound and control the speaker to output the virtual engine sound. 1. A vehicle comprising:a speaker configured to output a virtual engine sound;a microphone configured to receive external sound generated outside of the vehicle; and extract a noise by separating the virtual engine sound from the external sound;', 'determine each peak sound pressure of a plurality of peak sound pressures as a peak point;', 'identify a plurality of equalizer (EQ) filters having a predetermined bandwidth;', 'generate an amplification filter by combining the plurality of EQ filters;', 'apply the amplification filter to the virtual engine sound; and', 'control the speaker to output the virtual engine sound., 'a controller configured to2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to:divide the noise into a plurality of regions based on a frequency; anddetermine at least one peak sound pressure in each region of the plurality of regions.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to:divide a region corresponding to a frequency range in which the virtual engine sound is output among the noise into a plurality of regions.4. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to:divide the noise into the plurality of regions based on a logarithmic scale.5. The ...

REGURATING SOUND GENERATING SYSTEM FOR ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY VEHICLE AND A METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SYSTEM

An environmentally-friendly vehicle sound generator control apparatus. The apparatus includes a sound playback unit including a sound comparison unit for comparing a frequency band-specific reference sound level data with an extracted plurality of frequency band-specific sound data for each frequency band in response to a comparison control signal of a control unit, a sound control unit for controlling a pitch or a volume of a plurality of frequency band-specific sample sound source data to form a plurality of frequency band-specific sample control sound source data if the extracted plurality of frequency band-specific sound data is smaller than the frequency band-specific reference sound level data, and a sound mixing unit for mixing the plurality of frequency band-specific sample control sound source data and transferring the mixed plurality of frequency band-specific sample control sound source data to the sound output unit so that a pedestrian's vehicle recognition sound can be outputted. 1. An environmentally-friendly vehicle sound generator control apparatus comprising:a storage unit including a sound source storage unit for storing a plurality of frequency band-specific sample sound source data of a real single engine sound of an internal combustion engine vehicle, and a reference data storage unit for storing frequency band-specific reference sound level data;a sound output unit arranged in an environmentally-friendly vehicle to output a pedestrian's vehicle recognition sound;a sound sensing unit arranged to be spaced apart from the sound output unit to sense the pedestrian's vehicle recognition sound output from the sound output unit;a sound source sound extraction unit for extracting and dividing the pedestrian's vehicle recognition sound sensed by the sound sensing unit for each of a plurality of frequency bands;a control unit for storing the frequency band-specific sound data of the pedestrian's vehicle recognition sound extracted and divided by the ...

Sound generating system for environment friendly vehicle and a method for controlling the system

An environmentally-friendly vehicle sound generator apparatus. The apparatus includes a vehicle state sensing unit, a sound source storage unit, a sound source playback unit, a sound source amplification unit, a sound output unit, and a control unit. The control unit receives a sensing signal from the vehicle state sensing unit and controlling the operation of the sound source playback unit so as to play back the operating sound in different playback methods to control and change the operating sound according to the received sensing signal. The vehicle state sensing unit senses a vehicle speed, and if it is determined according to a vehicle speed signal that the vehicle speed reaches a preset speed range, the control unit fades out the output of the sound output unit at a preset ratio of the vehicle speed to a time elapsed after the vehicle speed reaches the preset speed range.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR INDICATING AN AUTONOMOUS KINEMATIC ACTION OF A VEHICLE

The present disclosure relates to a method performed by an intention indicating system of a vehicle, for indicating to a potential observer an ongoing or impending autonomous kinematic action of the vehicle. The intention indicating system determines an ongoing or impending autonomous kinematic action of the vehicle. The intention indicating system further provides, with support from a light providing device including one or more light sources adapted to emit light, which light providing device is provided continuously and/or intermittently along a majority of a horizontal circumference of the vehicle, a visual light output visible at least from an outside of said vehicle representing the autonomous kinematic action. The disclosure also relates to an intention indicating system in accordance with the foregoing, and further to a vehicle including such an intention indicating system. 1. A method performed by an intention indicating system of a vehicle , for indicating to a potential observer an ongoing or impending autonomous kinematic action of said vehicle , said method comprising:determining an ongoing or impending autonomous kinematic action of said vehicle; and providing with support from a light providing device comprising one or more light sources adapted to emit light, which light providing device is provided continuously and/or intermittently along a majority of a horizontal circumference of said vehicle, a visual light output visible at least from an outside of said vehicle representing said autonomous kinematic action.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said light providing device preferably extends along at least 75 percent claim 1 , more preferred along at least 85 percent claim 1 , and most preferred along at least 95 percent of said circumference.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said providing the light output is initiated a predeterminable period of time prior to said autonomous kinematic action starting.4. The method according to ...

PEDESTRIAN WARNING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ECO-FRIENDLY VEHICLE

A pedestrian warning system for an eco-friendly vehicle may include a warning sound controller including an alarm sound controller and a virtual engine sound system configured to inform a pedestrian of a behavior of the vehicle; and an alarm sound output device including not only an amplifier for amplifying a pedestrian alarm sound and a virtual engine sound, but also a directional speaker for outputting the amplified pedestrian alarm sound and the amplified virtual engine sound. 1. A pedestrian warning system for a vehicle comprising:a warning sound controller including an alarm sound controller and a virtual engine sound system configured to inform a pedestrian of a behavior of the vehicle; andan alarm sound output device including an amplifier for amplifying a pedestrian alarm sound and a virtual engine sound, and a directional speaker for outputting the amplified pedestrian alarm sound and the amplified virtual engine sound, wherein the directional speaker is mounted to a right side of the vehicle, and adjusts an emission pattern of the pedestrian alarm sound and the virtual engine sound according to regional sound field control.2. The pedestrian warning system according to claim 1 , wherein the alarm sound controller includes:a right-turn alarm sound controller configured to inform the pedestrian of a right-turn action of the vehicle; anda pedestrian alarm sound controller configured to inform the pedestrian of an approach of the vehicle.3. The pedestrian warning system according to claim 1 , wherein the right-turn alarm sound is a pattern sound having an emission angle of 60° tilted to a right side with respect to a front of the vehicle.4. The pedestrian warning system according to claim 1 , wherein the right-turn alarm sound is generated when a combination lever switch of the vehicle moves toward a right-turn direction and a steering wheel rotates to a right-turn angle.5. The pedestrian warning system according to claim 1 , wherein the right-turn alarm sound ...

VEHICLE APPROACH NOTIFICATION DEVICE

A vehicle approach notification device that can output a warning sound that a discomfort feeling to be brought to an occupant is reduced is provided. The vehicle approach notification device includes a first speaker, a second speaker, and a sound source that outputs a signal corresponding to one sound for notifying about approach of a vehicle. The vehicle approach notification device further includes a first amplifier and a second amplifier that are connected in series to the first speaker and the second speaker, respectively, and amplifies the signal, and a filter that is connected in series to the first amplifier and modulates the signal. The first speaker outputs a sound different from a sound to be output from the second speaker. 1. A vehicle approach notification device comprising:a plurality of speakers;a sound source configured to output a signal corresponding to one sound for making a notification about approach of a vehicle;a plurality of amplifiers configured to be connected in series to the plurality of speakers, respectively, and amplify the signal; anda filter configured to be connected in series to at least one of the plurality of amplifiers and modulate the signal,wherein at least one of the plurality of speakers outputs a sound different from sounds to be output from other speakers of the plurality of speakers.2. The vehicle approach notification device according to claim 1 , wherein the filter is an amplitude modulator that modulates an amplitude of the signal.3. The vehicle approach notification device according to claim 1 , wherein the filter is a frequency modulator that modulates a frequency of the signal.4. The vehicle approach notification device according to claim 1 , wherein the filter is a phase modulator that modulates a phase of the signal.5. The vehicle approach notification device according to claim 1 , wherein the filter is a delay filter that delays output timing of the signal. The present disclosure relates to a vehicle approach ...

ENGINE SOUND ENHANCEMENT BASED ON VEHICLE SELECTED MODE

A control system is provided for a vehicle having an engine which transitions between an activated mode and a deactivated mode. The control system includes a vehicle bus transmitting a signal indicating a vehicle selected mode and if the engine is operating in one of the activated mode and the deactivated mode. The control system also includes an engine sound enhancement (“ESE”) module configured to receive the signal. The ESE module is configured to select at least one ESE tone and a set of ancillary tones associated with one or more of the deactivated mode, the activated mode, and an activation transition. The ESE module selects a specific type of ancillary tones based on the vehicle selected mode. 1. A control system for a vehicle , the vehicle having an engine that transitions between an activated mode and a deactivated mode , comprising:a vehicle bus transmitting a signal, the signal indicating a vehicle selected mode and if the engine is operating in one of the activated mode and the deactivated mode; andan engine sound enhancement (“ESE”) module configured to receive the signal, the ESE module configured to select at least one ESE tone and a set of ancillary tones if the engine is operating in the deactivated mode, wherein the ESE module selects a specific type of ancillary tones based on the vehicle selected mode.2. The control system of claim 1 , wherein the specific type of ancillary tones includes one or more of: a half order tone claim 1 , an even order tone claim 1 , and an odd order tone.3. The control system of claim 1 , wherein the ESE tone emulates a dominant order created by the engine in the activated mode claim 1 , and the ESE module is configured to augment the ESE tone based on the vehicle selected mode.4. The control system of claim 1 , wherein the ESE tone is configured to conceal a sound created by the engine during an activation transition claim 1 , wherein the activation transition represents the engine transitioning from the deactivated ...

Sound Directing Framework

An acoustic wavefront shaping device for altering the propagation of emergency siren sounds is provided. The device includes an enclosed framework containing sound channels mounted before a siren horn. The sound channels are positioned to partition the spherical wavefronts emitted by the siren and transmit each subwavelength portion from the channel's entrance to exit into free space. The interior space of the sound channels contain acoustic meta-atoms that direct subwavelength acoustic energy on meandering paths, which extend the transmission duration. Channels higher up in the framework, and away from the center, have straighter paths that transmit acoustic energy more quickly than other channels. The subwavelength segments exit the channels at different times and reconfigure to form a wavefront that is squat and narrow, compared to spherical wavefronts. This wavefront expands into free space staying closer to the ground and closer to the center of the road than spherical wavefront expansion. The sound channels may be further configured with forced air currents to eliminate backscattering and eddies of acoustic energy flow, and the transmission duration of subwavelength segments may be modified using temperature modification. Flexible meta-atoms can change shape in response to changing sound frequency to maintain wavefront shaping. 1. A device for directing sound , comprising: a plurality of support frames; and', a sound entrance end and a sound exit end, the two ends sharing a common axis; and', 'at least one acoustic meta-atom, each having a predetermined shape and orientation, disposed between the ends;, 'at least one of the plurality of support frames configured with a plurality of sound channels, each sound channel comprising, "each one of the plurality of subwavelength segments' transverse dimensions conforming substantially in shape to a cross-sectional area of each corresponding one of the plurality of sound channels;", 'each one of the plurality of ...

AUDIO SIGNAL FOR A SYNTHETIC NOISE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE AS WELL AS METHOD FOR GENERATING SAID AUDIO SIGNAL

A method for generating an audio signal for a synthetic noise of a motor vehicle is provided. An audio signal for the synthetic noise of a motor vehicle is also provided. In one step of the method, a signal is provided that represents a noise. Moreover, a fundamental frequency is specified that represents an operating rotational speed of the motor of the vehicle. In another step of the method, several filters are applied to the noise signal. These filters each have a mid-frequency linked to the specified fundamental frequency via an order factor. At least several of the order factors are whole numbers, so that these filters filter the harmonic components of the fundamental frequency. The order factors and the amplitude curves of the filters are selected according to the sound characteristic of the motor vehicle noise that is to be synthesized. The noise signal weighted by the filters constitutes the audio signal for the synthetic noise of the motor vehicle as a function of the operating rotational speed of the motor of the vehicle.

CONNECTOR COMPONENT FOR SECURING AN AIRBAG MODULE TO A STEERING WHEEL, POSITIONING SLEEVE FOR THE CONNECTOR COMPONENT, SET COMPRISING SUCH A CONNECTOR COMPONENT AND A POSITIONING SLEEVE, STEERING WHEEL, AIRBAG MODULE, STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME

A connector component () for fastening an airbag module () to a steering wheel () includes a steering wheel-side part () and a module-side part () movable relative to each other and biased against each other so that the module-side part is spaced apart from the steering wheel-side part in an idle position and is movable into a hooting position in which the module-side part contacts the steering wheel-side part. The module-side part () and the steering wheel-side part () are interconnected and form a multifunctional component including a guiding device for guided movement of the module-side part from the idle position into the hooting position and electric contacts for an electric horn circuit that contact each other in the hooting position. The invention also relates to a connector component and a positioning sleeve, a steering wheel, an airbag module, a steering wheel assembly and a manufacturing method. 1. A connector component for fastening an airbag module to a steering wheel , the connector component comprising:a steering wheel-side part and a module-side part that are interconnected, movable relative to each other, and biased against each other such that the module-side part in an idle position is spaced apart from the steering wheel-side part in a hooting direction and such that the module-side part is movable against the bias into a hooting position in which the module-side part contacts the steering wheel-side part,wherein the module-side part and the steering wheel-side part form a multifunctional component including a guiding device for guided movement of the module-side part from the idle position into the hooting position and electric contacts for an electric horn circuit in which the electric contacts contact each other in the hooting position, andwherein the module-side part includes a profile lug for positioning the connector component relative to the airbag module, wherein the profile lug has a four-sided prism shape including a first two opposite ...

Method of emanating a sound from a vehicle

A method of emanating a sound from a vehicle comprising detecting an accelerator state, a brake state, and a transmission state of the vehicle, and emanating a take-off sound. The take-off sound includes changing emanation of a sound profile from a first sound pressure level to a second sound pressure level that is greater than the first sound pressure level, upon first detecting the accelerator state transitioned from an accelerator released state to an accelerator depressed state while the brake state indicates the brake released state and the transmission state indicates a motive state.

Method of emanating a sound from a vehicle

A method of emanating a sound from a vehicle comprising detecting a speed of the vehicle, and emanating a speed sound, including emanating a sound profile and changing at least one of a sound pressure level and a pitch of the sound profile in relation to the speed of the vehicle changing. The method further comprises ceasing emanation of the speed sound upon the speed of the vehicle increasing from below a first threshold to above the first threshold, and resuming emanation of the speed sound upon the speed of the vehicle decreasing from above a second threshold to below the second threshold, the second threshold being less than the first threshold.

STEERING WHEEL AIRBAG APPARATUS

A steering wheel airbag apparatus may include: a mounting plate seated on a wheel armature, and having a guide pipe formed therein; a cover coupled to the mounting plate; a moving contact module movably installed in the guide pipe, pressurized and moved by the cover, and connected to a positive electrode; and an elastic contact portion coupled to the guide pipe, connected to a negative electrode while supported by the negatively charged wheel armature, and connected to the moving contact module as the moving contact module is moved. 1. A steering wheel airbag apparatus comprising:a mounting plate seated on a wheel armature, and having a guide pipe formed therein;a cover coupled to the mounting plate;a moving contact module movably installed in the guide pipe, pressurized and moved by the cover, and connected to a positive electrode; andan elastic contact portion coupled to the guide pipe, connected to a negative electrode while supported by the negatively charged wheel armature, and connected to the moving contact module as the moving contact module is moved.2. The steering wheel airbag apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the moving contact module comprises:a moving guide movably arranged in the guide pipe and pressurized by the cover;a moving rod coupled to the moving guide, and connected to the elastic contact portion as the moving guide is moved by the pressurization of the cover; andan elastic member of which both sides are supported by the moving guide and the mounting plate, and which applies an elastic force to the moving guide in the direction where the moving guide is isolated from the elastic contact portion.3. The steering wheel airbag apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the moving guide comprises:a cylindrical body portion into which the moving rod and the elastic member are inserted; andguide pin portions extended in parallel to the moving rod in the cylindrical body portion.4. The steering wheel airbag apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the guide pin portions are ...

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE HORN

An electronic vehicle horn outputs a warning sound by exciting a diaphragm using a piezoelectric device that is driven with a composite signal generated, in part, by modulating a first fundamental square wave with a first modulating square wave and setting a frequency deviation at the time of the modulation in a predetermined range, modulating a second fundamental square wave with a second modulating square wave and setting a frequency deviation at the time of the modulation in a predetermined range, and generating the composite signal by mixing the modulated first fundamental square wave and the modulated second fundamental square wave. 1. An electronic vehicle horn that outputs a warning sound by exciting a diaphragm using a piezoelectric device , the electronic vehicle horn comprising:means for generating a first fundamental square wave for a higher-pitched sound;means for generating a second fundamental square wave for a lower-pitched sound;means for generating a first modulating square wave;means for generating a second modulating square wave;means for modulating the first fundamental square wave with the first modulating square wave and for setting a first frequency deviation at the time of the modulation to generate a modulated first fundamental square wave;means for modulating the second fundamental square wave with the second modulating square wave and for setting a second frequency deviation at the time of the modulation to generate a modulated second fundamental square wave; andmeans for generating a composite signal and for driving the piezoelectric device with the composite signal, the composite signal resulting from mixing the modulated first fundamental square wave and the modulated second fundamental square wave,wherein each of the fundamental square waves are within a first frequency range, each of the modulating square waves are within a second frequency range and the frequency deviations, relative to the frequencies of the fundamental square waves ...

Steering Column Assembly, Casing Tube for a Steering Column Assembly, and Vehicle Having a Steering Column Assembly

The invention discloses a steering column arrangement that has a steering spindle and a casing tube enclosing the steering spindle, which may be mounted to be rotatable about a longitudinal axis relative to the casing tube, and also has a switch module, which has a housing and a fastening sleeve provided on the housing. The fastening sleeve is designed such that the switch module with the fastening sleeve can be mounted on the casing tube and can be securely clamped to the casing tube. The casing tube on an outer circumferential surface has at least one radial projection, and the fastening sleeve on an inner circumferential surface has at least one extending guide groove when viewed in the longitudinal direction. The radial projection engages the guide groove when the switch module is mounted on the casing tube.

STEERING WHEEL

A steering wheel includes: a cylindrical slider which is disposed on an outer side of a support member so as to slide in a front-to-rear direction and which is biased to the rear; a cap member which covers at least respective rear end portions of the support member and the slider from the rear; a movable-side contact portion which is provided inside the cap member; an annular damper holder which is mounted inside the cap member; an annular elastic member which is interposed between the slider and the damper holder; a transmitting portion which is provided in an inner circumferential portion of the damper holder; and a movement catch portion which is provided on an outer circumferential portion of the slider so as to be positioned immediately before the transmitting portion and to which a forward movement of the damper holder is transmitted through the transmitting portion. 1. A steering wheel comprising:a support member which is inserted through a bag holder of an air bag module;a cylindrical slider which is disposed on an outer side of the support member so as to slide in a front-to-rear direction and which is biased to the rear by a biasing member;a cap member which covers at least respective rear end portions of the support member and the slider from the rear in such a state that the cap member is spaced away to the rear from the rear end portion of the slider;a movable-side contact portion which is provided inside the cap member;an annular damper holder which is mounted inside the cap member while covering part of the slider;an annular elastic member which is interposed between the slider and the damper holder;a transmitting portion which is provided in an inner circumferential portion of the damper holder; anda movement catch portion which is provided on an outer circumferential portion of the slider so as to be positioned immediately before the transmitting portion and to which a forward movement of the damper holder is transmitted through the transmitting ...

SOUND OUTPUT DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

A loudspeaker device is installed in a space between a bumper reinforcement for reinforcing a bumper of a vehicle and a bumper absorber attached to a front side of the bumper reinforcement. An approach notification sound output from a front side of the loudspeaker device is radiated outside through a first opening provided on a driver's seat side of the bumper absorber. An approach notification sound output from a rear side of the loudspeaker device passes through a sound path between the bumper reinforcement and the bumper absorber and is then radiated outside through a second opening provided on a passenger seat side of the bumper absorber. 1. A sound output device for vehicles , having a reinforcing member for reinforcing a bumper of a vehicle and a shock absorbing member attached to a front side of the reinforcing member and radiates a sound outside the vehicle , comprisinga loudspeaker device which is installed so that a space between the reinforcing member and the shock absorbing member is a sound path.2. The sound output device for vehicles according to claim 1 , wherein the loudspeaker device is installed between the reinforcing member and the shock absorbing member.3. The sound output device for vehicles according to claim 2 , wherein a first opening is provided to a front side of the shock absorbing member.4. The sound output device for vehicles according to claim 3 , wherein a sound radiated from a front side of the loudspeaker device is radiated through the first opening.5. The sound output device for vehicles according to claim 4 , wherein a sound radiated from a rear side of the loudspeaker device is radiated through a second opening provided to the front side of the shock absorbing member via the space between the reinforcing member and the shock absorbing member.6. The sound output device for vehicles according to claim 1 , wherein the loudspeaker device is fixed to the reinforcing member.7. The sound output device for vehicles according to claim 1 , ...

Steering wheel structure

This steering wheel structure has: a steering wheel main unit; a horn block; a support block; horn contacts; and a horn spring, wherein the support block has: a lock member; and an elastic body, wherein a load bypass member is provided that transmits an operation load in a push-in direction, which has been applied to the horn block, to the lock member while circumventing the elastic body, and wherein the load bypass member is configured so as to be in a non-contact state between itself and at least either of the horn block side and the lock member side when the horn block is in a vicinity of a default position, and so as to be brought into contact with the horn block side and the lock member side in a manner capable of transmitting a load when the horn block is pushed in by a predetermined amount or greater.

VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL COMPRISING A HORN CONTROL DEVICE, VEHICLE WITH SUCH A STEERING WHEEL, METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING SUCH A STEERING WHEEL

The invention relates to a motor vehicle steering wheel comprising a horn device, the steering wheel comprising: •—a frame (), •—an attachment support () movable between a rest position and a depressed position, •—means for guiding the attachment support, comprising a first guiding part (), and a second guiding part (), •—an electrical circuit part with at least one switch comprising a first contact terminal (), and a second contact terminal (), •—resilient return means (), •—deformable damping means (), •—the second guiding part comprising a push interface () for receiving the return force of the resilient return means, characterized: •—in that the push interface is arranged between the resilient return means and the damping means, and •—in that the second contact terminal is supported by the second guiding part. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. A motor vehicle steering wheel comprising a horn device , the steering wheel comprising:a frame,an attachment support which is arranged to receive a safety module and which is movable relative to the frame between a rest position and a depressed position,an element for guiding the attachment support, comprising a first guiding part integral with the frame, and a second guiding part integral with the attachment support,a horn electrical circuit part with at least one switch comprising a first contact terminal, arranged on the frame, and a second contact terminal, embedded with the attachment support,a resilient return element, arranged to automatically exert a return force on the second guiding part in order to push it from the depressed position back toward the rest position,a deformable damping element, separate from the resilient return element, positioned between the attachment support and the second guiding part,the second guiding part comprising a ...

FORCE SENSING HORN SYSTEM

Various implementations of a horn system include one or more force sensors disposed on a first portion of a driver air bag module and one or more actuators disposed on a second portion of the driver air bag module. For example, the force sensors may be disposed adjacent a perimeter of a base plate of the driver air bag module, and the actuators may extend inwardly toward the force sensors from an inner surface of a cover of the driver air bag module, or vice versa. To actuate the horn, the cover is moved axially toward the base plate, causing the actuators to apply force to the force sensors. Force signals received from the force sensors are used by one or more processors to determine characteristics of the force received and/or select a control message for communicating to the horn system based on the force signal characteristics. 151.-. (canceled)52. A vehicle horn actuation system comprising:A base plate having an inner surface and an outer surface, wherein the base plate is configured for being coupled to a steering hub of the vehicle;A cover, wherein the cover has outer surface and an inner surface, the outer surface of the cover faces outwardly toward an operator of the vehicle, and the inner surface of the cover faces toward the base plate in a direction opposite the outer surface,wherein the outer surface of the base plate faces outwardly toward the cover, and the inner surface of the base plate faces toward the hub, in a direction opposite the outer surface of the base plate, and wherein the cover and/or the base plate are axially translatable relative to one another;one or more side walls that extend from the inner surface of the cover toward the base plate, wherein the side walls are spaced apart from each other and are adjacent a perimeter of the cover, the one or more side walls define openings therethrough;one or more side walls that extend from the inner surface or outer surface of the base plate adjacent a perimeter of the base plate, the one or more ...

METHOD OF AND SYSTEM FOR GENERATING VIRTUAL ENGINE SOUND

A method for generating a virtual engine sound and a virtual engine sound generating system using the same involve determining a basic waveform of a virtual engine sound based on engine variables including an engine RPM, primarily correcting a basic level of the basic waveform based on environmental variables to determine a primarily corrected waveform, secondarily correcting the primarily corrected waveform based on reaction variables to determine a final waveform, and generating a virtual engine sound having the final waveform through a sound generation device. 1. A method for generating a virtual engine sound , comprising:determining a basic waveform of a virtual engine sound based on engine variables including an engine RPM;primarily correcting a basic level of the basic waveform based on environmental variables to determine a primarily corrected waveform;secondarily correcting the primarily corrected waveform based on reaction variables to determine a final waveform; andgenerating a virtual engine sound having the final waveform through a sound generating component.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the engine variables further include a phase angle of a crankshaft claim 1 , and the basic waveform is a waveform time synchronized with a waveform of an actual engine sound.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the basic waveform is expressed as L×sin(ωt+Ø) claim 2 , where claim 2 , L denotes the basic level determined based on present engine RPM claim 2 , ω denotes angular frequency determined based on frequency of the present engine RPM claim 2 , and Ø denotes a phase angle delay value determined based on phase angle of the crankshaft.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the environmental variables include at least one of a coolant temperature of an engine claim 1 , an intake temperature claim 1 , an engine oil temperature and a transmission oil temperature.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the reaction variables include at least one of a position of an accelerator ...

ENVIONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY VEHICLE OPERATING SOUND GENERATOR APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME

A method for controlling an environmentally-friendly vehicle operating sound generator apparatus. The method includes a step of providing an environmentally-friendly vehicle operating sound generator apparatus. The method further includes a diagnosis confirmation step of allowing the control unit to confirm a connection state of the sound output unit and an operation state of the sound source playback unit and compare an output of the sound source amplification unit with a preset reference value to diagnose the presence of distortion. The method further includes an operating sound execution step of allowing the control unit to determine whether or not to generate an operating sound of the environmentally-friendly vehicle according to the vehicle operation state sensed by the vehicle state sensing unit, output at least one sound source, selected from among the sound sources stored in the sound source storage unit, as the operating sound through the sound output unit. 1. A method for controlling an environmentally-friendly vehicle operating sound generator apparatus , the method comprising:a providing step of providing the environmentally-friendly vehicle operating sound generator apparatus comprising a vehicle state sensing unit for sensing an operation state of a vehicle, a sound source storage unit for storing a plurality of operating sounds that can be output according to the operation state of the vehicle in the form of a sound source data, a sound source playback unit for selecting at least one of the operating sounds stored in the sound source storage unit and playing back the selected sound source output from the sound source storage unit, a sound source amplification unit for amplifying the operating sound played back by the sound source playback unit, a sound output unit for outputting the operating sound amplified by the sound source amplification unit, and a control unit for receiving a sensing signal from the vehicle state sensing unit and controlling the ...

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR SYNCHRONIZED SIGNALING OF THE POSITIONS OF MOVING PEDESTRIANS OR VEHICLES

Position indicating devices, systems and methods useable for signaling the positions of pedestrians or vehicles. 1. A position indicating device which is operable while undergoing movement along with a plurality of other position indicating devices , said position indicating device comprising: a receiver;', 'a power source; and', 'electronic circuitry configured and programmed to;, 'at least one emitter which emits a position indicating signal;'}a) receive synchronization signal(s), via the receiver, from other position indicating devices located within a synchronization range of said device; andb) in response to the receipt of one or more synchronization signal(s) from one or more other position indicating devices located within the synchronization range, causing said at least one emitter to emit a signal that is synchronized with signals being emitted by said one or more other position indicating devices located within the synchronization range.2. A device according to wherein the position indicating signal selected from: visible or infrared light claim 1 , constant visible or infrared light claim 1 , blinking claim 1 , flashing or intermittent visible or infrared light claim 1 , a particular pattern of blinking claim 1 , flashing or intermittent visible or infrared light claim 1 , light of changing colors claim 1 , sound claim 1 , constant sound claim 1 , intermittent sound claim 1 , a particular pattern of intermittent sound and sound of changing volume claim 1 , pitch claim 1 , type or character.3. A device according to wherein the receiver is of a type selected from: radiofrequency receivers claim 1 , Bluetooth receivers claim 1 , WiFi receivers claim 1 , electrical hard wire connections claim 1 , visible light receivers claim 1 , infrared light receivers claim 1 , receivers which determine the rate of returning visible or infrared light pulses claim 1 , LiDAR devices claim 1 , sound receivers claim 1 , percussion sensors claim 1 , microphones claim 1 , ...

SOUND AND PERFORMANCE EMULATOR FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES

This invention concerns a sound and performance emulator () for an electric propulsion vehicle () with a first sensor () to emit a clutch signal () relative to the position of a clutch () of the electric propulsion vehicle (); a second sensor () to emit a gear signal () relative to the position of a gear-switch () of the electric propulsion vehicle (); a control unit () which receives an acceleration signal () relating to an accelerator position () of the electric propulsion vehicle (); a vehicle speed signal () and/or an engine revolutions signal () relating to the engine revolutions (RpmExt) of the electric motor (); the clutch signal (); and the gear signal (). The control unit () calculates a simulated engine revolutions value (RpmFinal) and a simulated gear inserted value (GearInserted) of a simulated endothermic combustion vehicle. The control unit () provides a requested simulated torque value and/or an output throttle signal (OutputThrottle) to be sent to the electric propulsion vehicle () to control it.

Electric vehicle pedestrian warning system

An electric vehicle pedestrian warning system includes an encapsulating container disposed in a location of an electric vehicle (EV) that is exterior to a cabin of the EV. The warning system also includes a speaker affixed to an interior portion of the container, an amplifier coupled to the speaker, a computer processor communicatively coupled to the amplifier, and logic executable by the computer processor. The logic is configured to transmit a sound file to the speaker through the amplifier over a vehicle network upon activation of the EV. The sound file includes a pedestrian warning sound. A first portion of the pedestrian warning sound is output by the speaker and amplified using acoustical properties of the encapsulating container. The first portion of the pedestrian warning sound is amplified in a low frequency range capable of being cancelled by an active noise cancellation system that is located in the interior cabin.

SINGLE COIL MULTI-TONE HORNS

A vehicle includes a horn assembly disposed behind a grille. The horn assembly includes a coil configured to generate a magnetic field in response to a current, a first diaphragm connected to a first plunger, a second diaphragm connected to a second plunger, and a spring. The spring is connected to the first and second plungers such that oscillation is transferred from the first diaphragm to the second diaphragm through the spring in response to the magnetic field from the coil. 1. An electromagnetic horn comprising:a first plunger and diaphragm assembly;a second plunger and diaphragm assembly;an electromagnetic coil; anda spring interconnecting the first and second assemblies such that oscillation of the first assembly in a presence of a changing electromagnetic field generated by the coil drives oscillation of the second assembly to create a dual tone sound.2. The electromagnetic horn of claim 1 , wherein a first diaphragm of the first plunger and diaphragm assembly has a spring constant greater than a spring constant of a second diaphragm of the second plunger and diaphragm assembly.3. The electromagnetic horn of claim 1 , wherein a constant of the spring is less than a constant of a first diaphragm of the first plunger and diaphragm assembly to decrease a frequency response of the second plunger and diaphragm assembly.4. The electromagnetic horn of claim 1 , wherein the spring decreases a frequency response of the second plunger and diaphragm assembly.5. The electromagnetic horn of claim 1 , wherein a first plunger of the first plunger and diaphragm assembly has a mass greater than a mass of a second plunger of the second plunger and diaphragm assembly to increase a frequency response of the first assembly.6. The electromagnetic horn of further comprising a snail disposed between the first and second plunger and diaphragm assemblies configured to emit sound from the first and second plunger and diaphragm assemblies.7. A horn system for a vehicle comprising:a ...

NOTIFICATION SOUND CONTROL UNIT OF APPROACHING VEHICLE AUDIBLE SYSTEM

A notification sound control unit () of an approaching vehicle audible system (), generating a signal for a notification sound to be emitted from a sounding device () provided in an electric vehicle () in which at least part of driving force is produced by a motor to the outside of the electric vehicle (), is provided with a behavior conversion processing section () that changes through time change processing an accelerator opening degree signal () among vehicle information signals () of the electric vehicle () so as to output a processed accelerator opening degree signal and with a notification sound signal generation processing section () that changes a pitch and a volume of a sound element signal outputted from a sound element (), based on the processed accelerator opening degree signal, so as to generate a notification sound signal. 1. A notification sound control unit of an approaching vehicle audible system , generating a signal for a notification sound to be emitted from a sounding device provided in an electric vehicle in which at least part of driving force is produced by an electric motor to the outside of the electric vehicle , the notification sound control unit of an approaching vehicle audible system comprising:a behavior conversion processing section that applies time change processing to an accelerator opening degree signal among vehicle information signals of the electric vehicle so as to output a processed accelerator opening degree signal; anda notification sound signal generation processing section that changes a pitch and a volume of a sound element signal outputted from a sound element, based on the processed accelerator opening degree signal, so as to generate a notification sound signal.2. The notification sound control unit of an approaching vehicle audible system according to claim 1 ,wherein the behavior conversion processing section categorizes the status of a change in the accelerator opening degree signal into a plurality of modes, ...

STEERING WHEEL HAVING INTEGRATED HORN ACTUATOR AND THE METHOD OF OPERATING THE SAME

A method and apparatus of sounding a horn of a vehicle is provided where the user operator need not release his or her hand from steering wheel handle to actuate a horn. In one example, a steering wheel with force-sensing device is provided for a driver of a car for quick access to sound the horn by simply squeezing or pressing the steer wheel in a particular way without releasing his or her hand from the steering wheel. The vehicle can have a control algorithm to monitor external force applied to the steering wheel through a sensor array which activates the horn when the pressure level reaches a threshold value. Drivers can optionally use a user interface to selectively set one or more threshold values so they can activate the horn or activate different volume or tones of horn by setting and achieving various threshold conditions. The horn may be activated by a squeezing/pressing/twisting action, by squeezing/pressing/twisting the handle with one hand, by squeezing/pressing/twisting the handle with two hands simultaneously, by squeezing/pressing/twisting the handle in a particular way, by squeezing/pressing/twisting the handle at a particular location(s) of the steering wheel handle, etc. 1. A steering wheel , comprising:a handle configured for a driver to hold;a hub configured to couple the handle of the steering wheel to a steering column of a car; and the external force-sensing device has a plurality of pressure sensors; and', 'the external force-sensing device is flexible and wrapped around the handle of the steering wheel., 'an external force-sensing device arranged on the handle of the steering wheel and configured to electrically connect to a horn of the car, wherein2. The steering wheel of claim 1 , wherein the pressure sensors are made of piezoelectric material.3. The steering wheel of claim 1 , wherein the pressure sensors are configured to detect an external force applied to the external force-sensing device by sensing a deformation of at least one of ...

OUT-OF-VEHICLE NOTIFICATION DEVICE

An out-of-vehicle notification device includes a traveling state detecting unit configured to detect a traveling state of the host vehicle, a first output unit configured to output a sound to an outside of the host vehicle, and a notification control unit configured to cause the first output unit to output a traveling notification sound indicating that the host vehicle is traveling when the host vehicle is traveling and to output a vehicle stoppage notification sound indicating that the host vehicle is stopped when the host vehicle is stopped. The traveling notification sound is a continuous sound continuously output. The vehicle stoppage notification sound is an intermittent sound intermittently output or a repetitive sound of which an intensity is repeatedly changed. 1. A notification device which performs a notification to an outside of a host vehicle , comprising:a first output unit configured to output a first sound indicating that the host vehicle is in a stoppage mode; anda second output unit configured to output a second sound indicating that a target person in a vicinity of the host vehicle is recognized when the host vehicle is in the stoppage mode.2. The notification device according to claim 1 ,wherein the first sound is a first intermittent sound or a first repetitive sound of which an intensity is repeatedly changed.3. The notification device according to claim 2 ,wherein the second sound is a second intermittent sound that is different from the first intermittent sound or a second repetitive sound that is different from the first repetitive sound.4. The notification device according to claim 3 , wherein a first intermittent cycle of the first sound is different from a second intermittent cycle of the second sound.5. The notification device according to claim 1 , wherein a scale of the second sound is changed while the second sound is being output.6. The notification device according to claim 1 , wherein the second sound is output after the first sound ...

VEHICLE APPROACH ALERT DEVICE

A vehicle approach alert device includes: a microcomputer having a memory that stores approach alert sound data, and a signal generator that generates an approach alert sound voltage waveform signal based on the approach alert sound data. The vehicle approach alert device alerts approach of a vehicle by outputting a vehicle approach alert sound from a sound outputting body according to the approach alert sound voltage waveform signal. The microcomputer further includes: an obtaining device that obtains a sound outputting body temperature; and a sound pressure correcting device that corrects a voltage level of the approach alert sound voltage waveform signal to be larger as the sound outputting body temperature increases. 1. A vehicle approach alert device comprising:a microcomputer having a memory that stores approach alert sound data to be output, and a signal generator that reads out the approach alert sound data from the memory and generates an approach alert sound voltage waveform signal indicative of a vehicle approach alert sound to be output based on the approach alert sound data, wherein:the vehicle approach alert device alerts approach of a vehicle by outputting the vehicle approach alert sound from a sound outputting body according to the approach alert sound voltage waveform signal output from the microcomputer; an obtaining device that obtains a sound outputting body temperature as temperature of the sound outputting body; and', 'a sound pressure correcting device that corrects a voltage level of the approach alert sound voltage waveform signal generated by the signal generator to be larger as the sound outputting body temperature obtained by the obtaining device increases; and, 'the microcomputer further includesthe signal generator outputs a corrected approach alert sound voltage waveform signal of the sound pressure correcting device.2. The vehicle approach alert device according to claim 1 , wherein:the sound pressure correcting device calculates an ...

Apparatus and method for generating sound of vehicle

An apparatus of generating a sound of a vehicle includes a motor configured to generate a torque of a rotational component and a torque of a vibration component, based on a target driving current, a controller configured to generate the target current by synthesizing a first signal for generating the torque of the rotational component and a second signal for generating the torque of the vibration component, and determine the target driving current for driving the motor based on the target current, and a sound output device to generate a target sound due to the torque of the vibration component.

ELECTRONIC HORN

An electronic horn includes a cover () on a front side of an intermediate element (). A first passage (P) within the horn is defined by a central portion () of the cover () that projects into a cylindrical interior of a cylindrical water-proofing wall (). Second passages (P P P) extend generally concentrically with respect to the first passage (P) and are respectively defined by water-proofing walls () that are formed on the cover () and project into the interior spaces of water-proofing walls (). The outermost second passage (P) opens toward the forward direction. The first and second passages (P-P) extend in a back-and-forth path that prevents any rainwater, which has entered the interior of the horn through the opening of the outermost second passage (P), from reaching a resonance space () defined between the resonator () and a sound-generating oscillator (). 1. An electronic horn comprising:a plate-shaped oscillator;a piezoelectric element configured to excite the oscillator;a resonator having an opening, the resonator at least partially covering one side of the oscillator and a resonance space being defined between a first side of the resonator and the oscillator;a buffer chamber that communicates with the resonance space via the opening;a first passage having a first portion that extends away from the buffer chamber in a first direction and a second portion that inversely curves in a second direction opposite of the first direction and radially outwardly relative to the first portion; andan odd number of second passage(s) in fluid communication with the first passage, the second passage(s) each including a first portion that and inversely curves in the first direction or in the second direction and radially outwardly relative to the first passage,wherein:a radially outermost one of the second passage(s) has an opening to the exterior of the horn, the opening facing toward the first direction,an intermediate element is provided on a second side of the resonator ...

VEHICLE APPROACH ALERT DEVICE

A vehicle approach alert device includes: an output sound generator that generates a sound output of output sound data read out from a memory device; a voltage control unit that changes a voltage of an output waveform of the sound output, and outputs a voltage control output; an amplifier that flows current, corresponding to the voltage control output, to a sound output body to output a vehicle approach alert sound; an acceleration operation amount obtaining device; a change amount calculation device that calculates a temporal change amount of the acceleration operation amount; an output sound control device that sets an envelope frequency of the vehicle approach alert sound based on the temporal change amount; and a change control device that controls the voltage control unit to change the voltage according to the envelope frequency. 1. A vehicle approach alert device for alerting an approach of a vehicle by outputting a vehicle approach alert sound , comprising:an output sound generator that reads out output sound data from a memory device for storing the output sound data, and generates a sound output of the output sound data;a voltage control unit that changes a voltage of an output waveform of the sound output of the output sound data, which is output from the output sound generator, and outputs a voltage control output;an amplifier that controls a sound output body to output the vehicle approach alert sound by flowing current, corresponding to the voltage control output from the voltage control unit, to the sound output body mounted on the vehicle;an acceleration operation amount obtaining device that obtains an acceleration operation amount;a change amount calculation device that calculates a temporal change amount of the acceleration operation amount based on the acceleration operation amount obtained by the acceleration operation amount obtaining device;an output sound control device that sets an envelope frequency of the vehicle approach alert sound based ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD OF REALIZING VIRTUAL AFTER-BURN EFFECT IN ELECTRIC VEHICLE

An apparatus and method of realizing a virtual after-burn effect of a vehicle are provided. The method includes receiving vehicle driving information at a controller while the electric vehicle travels, determining, by the controller, characteristics of the virtual after-burn effect based on the input vehicle driving information, outputting, by the controller, a control signal for realizing the virtual after-burn effect based on the determined characteristics of the virtual after-burn effect, and controlling, by the controller, an operation of a realization device for realizing the virtual after-burn effect according to the control signal. 1. A method of realizing a virtual after-burn effect in an electric vehicle , the method comprising:receiving, at a controller, vehicle driving information while the electric vehicle travels;determining, by the controller, characteristics of the virtual after-burn effect based on the vehicle driving information;outputting, by the controller, a control signal for realizing the virtual after-burn effect based on the determined characteristics of the virtual after-burn effect; andcontrolling, by the controller, an operation of a realization device for realizing the virtual after-burn effect according to the control signal.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the characteristics of the virtual after-burn effect comprise a time when realization of the virtual after-burn effect is initiated through the realization device.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the virtual after-burn effect comprises a sound played and output by a sound device that mimicks an after-burn sound of an internal-combustion-engine vehicle claim 2 , andwherein the characteristics of the virtual after-burn effect further comprise at least one of intensity, time duration, a time interval, and a frequency band of the sound, or a pitch indicating high and low of the sound.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the virtual after-burn effect comprises an effect of vibration ...

Acoustic Vehicle Warning System for a Motor Vehicle Having an Integrated Function for Outputting Acoustic Warning Signals

The present disclosure relates to an acoustic vehicle warning system for a motor vehicle, comprising a control unit and at least one loudspeaker, the control unit being designed to output a continuous acoustic signal by means of the at least one loudspeaker during driving operation of the motor vehicle. The control unit is designed to actuate the at least one loudspeaker by means of an actuation signal after an actuation unit has been actuated, the loudspeaker being designed to output an acoustic warning signal after the actuation signal has been received.

VEHICLE SOUND ENHANCEMENT

Methods and systems for enhancing vehicle sound are provided. In accordance with one embodiment, a vehicle includes a powertrain, one or more sensors, and a processor. The one or more sensors are configured to measure a sound, a vibration, or both, produced by one or more vehicle components pertaining to the engine. The processor is configured to enhance the sound for audible display for one or more individuals within or in proximity to the vehicle. 1. A method comprising:measuring a sound, a vibration, or both, produced by one or more vehicle components; andenhancing the sound, vibration, or both, for audible display for one or more individuals within or in proximity to the vehicle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of measuring the sound or vibration comprises:measuring the sound, vibration, or both of one or more vehicle components that are mechanically coupled to a powertrain of the vehicle as the sound is naturally occurring within the vehicle.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of measuring the sound or vibration comprises measuring a sound claim 1 , a vibration claim 1 , or both from an induction system of the vehicle using a microphone claim 1 , an accelerometer claim 1 , or both.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of measuring the sound or vibration comprises measuring a sound claim 1 , a vibration claim 1 , or both from an exhaust system of the vehicle using a microphone claim 1 , an accelerometer claim 1 , or both.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of measuring the sound comprises measuring a vibration from a powertrain or suspension mount device using an accelerometer.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of enhancing the sound comprises:selecting a portion of a bandwidth of the sound for audible display for the one or more individuals within or in proximity to the vehicle.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of enhancing the sound comprises:manipulating one more orders of the sound for audible display for ...

VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEM FOR MANDATORY DRIVER INSPECTION TO ENSURE THAT PASSENGERS HAVE ALL DISEMBARKED

An improved vehicle safety system for transport operators designed to require the driver of a passenger vehicle to fully check the entire vehicle before exiting, thereby ensuring that no passenger is left behind. The driver is required to turn a key in the switch located at the back of the vehicle to disable the alarm. This keyed switch absolutely ensures driver compliance, much more so than conventional timers with a disable button. The system is implemented with simple and reliable relays and other components. 1. An improved vehicle safety system for transport operators to ensure that the driver of a passenger vehicle fully checks for remaining passengers in the vehicle before exiting the vehicle themselves , said vehicle having vehicle power , ground , ignition , and at least one door switch , the vehicle safety system comprising:an electrical circuit comprising a countdown timer, and a switch connected between said vehicle ignition and said countdown timer, said switch activating said countdown timer upon turning off the ignition of said passenger vehicle;an alarm module connected in series with the door switches of said passenger vehicle and configured to sound an alarm if said at least one door switch is closed and said electrical circuit countdown timer times out;a key switch mounted at the back of the passenger vehicle for selectively preventing said alarm module from sounding despite said electrical circuit countdown timer timing out.2. The improved vehicle safety system according to claim 1 , wherein said key switch comprises a cylindrical key switch mounted at the back of the passenger vehicle.3. The improved vehicle safety system according to claim 1 , wherein said electrical circuit switch comprises a latching relay.4. The improved vehicle safety system according to claim 3 , wherein said latching relay comprises a single-pole double throw relay.5. The improved vehicle safety system according to wherein said electrical circuit switch comprises a first ...

Vehicle approach alert device

A vehicle approach alert device includes: a first output sound voltage waveform signal generator having a first output sound generator that generates a first signal corresponding to output sound data read out from a memory device, and a first sound volume variable device that controls a voltage level of the first signal; a second output sound voltage waveform signal generator having a second output sound generator that generates a second signal corresponding to the output sound data read out from the memory device, and a second sound volume variable device that controls a voltage level of the second signal; a mixer circuit that mixes the first signal and the second signal; and an amplifier that outputs a vehicle approach alert sound with flowing current, which corresponds to a voltage of a mixed signal, through a sound output body.

MOTION SENSITIVE INTERLOCK

Apparatus for use with a vehicle is disclosed and comprises an interlock device. The device is adapted to, in use: at least while said vehicle is in motion, periodically generate a prompt; assess motion of said vehicle; at least when said vehicle is assessed by said device to be at rest, carry out an analysis operation wherein a breath sample is received and analyzed; and in the event that, within a predetermined period following a prompt, the device does not, while said vehicle is assessed to be at rest, carry out said analysis operation, enter an alarm state at least when the vehicle is in motion. The device can be adapted to carry out analysis operations only when the vehicle is assessed to be at rest. 118-. (canceled)19. Apparatus for use with a motor vehicle , the apparatus comprising: an interlock device , the interlock device being adapted to , in use: at least while said vehicle is in motion , periodically generate a prompt; assess motion of said vehicle; only when said vehicle is assessed by said device to be at rest , carry out an analysis operation wherein a breath sample is received and analyzed; and in the event that , within a predetermined period following a prompt , the device does not , while said vehicle is assessed to be at rest , carry out said analysis operation , enter an alarm state in which one or more of at least the following are actuated at least when the vehicle is in motion: lighting forming part of the vehicle; auxiliary lighting carried by the vehicle; a horn of the vehicle; and an immobilizer circuit.20. Apparatus according to claim 19 , wherein claim 19 , when in use with a vehicle having an internal combustion engine claim 19 , the device is adapted to block the engine against starting except within: a predetermined period following an analysis operation which has resulted in a finding of breath alcohol concentration below a predetermined limit; and a predetermined period following an engine stall.21. Apparatus according to claim 20 ...

STEERING WHEEL

A steering wheel includes: a cylindrical slider which is disposed on an outer side of a support member so as to slide in a front-to-rear direction and which is biased to the rear; a cap member which covers at least respective rear end portions of the support member and the slider from the rear; a movable-side contact portion which is provided inside the cap member; an annular damper holder which is mounted inside the cap member; an annular elastic member which is interposed between the slider and the damper holder; a transmitting portion which is provided in an inner circumferential portion of the damper holder; and a movement catch portion which is provided on an outer circumferential portion of the slider so as to be positioned immediately before the transmitting portion and to which a forward movement of the damper holder is transmitted through the transmitting portion. 1. A vibration damping construction for a steering wheel comprising:a support member which is inserted through a bag holder of an air bag module;a cylindrical slider which is disposed on an outer side of the support member so as to slide in a front-to-rear direction and which is biased to the rear by a biasing member;an annular damper holder which is mounted while covering part of the slider;an annular elastic member which is interposed between the slider and the damper holder;a transmitting portion which is provided in an inner circumferential portion of the damper holder; anda movement catch portion which is provided on an outer circumferential portion of the slider so as to be positioned before the transmitting portion and to which a forward movement of the damper holder is transmitted through the transmitting portion, whereinthe air bag module is caused to function as damper mass of a dynamic damper, and elastic member is caused to function as a spring of the dynamic damper.2. A vibration damping construction for a steering wheel comprising:an air bag module including: a pad portion having a ...

Simulation of driving sound of electric vehicle

In an aspect of the disclosure, a method, a computer-readable medium, and an apparatus are provided. The apparatus may be a sound experience system in an electric vehicle. The sound experience system determines a list of sound profiles from one or more sound experience files. Each of the sound profiles specifies a plurality of sounds for providing a sound experience. The sound experience system receives an indication of a first sound profile from the list of sound profiles. The sound experience system further determines a condition of the electric vehicle; The sound experience system then selects a sound of the first sound profile based on the condition. The sound experience system generates a sound signal according to the selected sound.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR VEHICULAR COMMUNICATION

A mobile device comprising: (a) an antenna, and (b) a software application; wherein the mobile device is a transmitting mobile device, a receiving mobile device, or both; wherein the software application directs the transmitting mobile device to transmit a signal, comprising an audio file, to the receiving mobile device running the same software application; wherein the signal is converted to an audible signal, a message, or a combination thereof by the software application of the receiving mobile device; wherein the audible signal, converted by the receiving mobile device, is used in lieu of an audible signal produced by an OEM hom. 1. A mobile device comprising:a. an antenna, andb. a software application;wherein the mobile device is located within one of a first vehicle or a second vehicle;wherein the mobile device is a transmitting mobile device, a receiving mobile device, or both;wherein the software application directs the transmitting mobile device to transmit a wireless signal, comprising an audio file, to the receiving mobile device running the same software application;wherein the audio file is an expressional sound, an emotional sound, or both;wherein the signal is converted to an audible signal, a message, or a combination thereof by the software application of the receiving mobile device;wherein the audible signal, converted by the receiving mobile device, is used in lieu of an audible signal produced by an OEM hom to enable direct communication between the first vehicle and the second vehicle, in close proximity to each other.2. (canceled)3. The mobile device of claim 1 , wherein the expressional sound is “thank you” claim 1 , “you're welcome” claim 1 , “try better next time” claim 1 , “please” claim 1 , or “go ahead”.4. The mobile device of claim 12 , wherein the emotional sound is a sigh claim 12 , groan claim 12 , or hum.5. The mobile device of claim 1 , wherein the transmitting mobile device communicates with a selector device claim 1 , discrete ...

Vehicle capable of low noise runs

A vehicle comprises electric motor, generator of simulated engine sounds, decider of whether or not to generate simulated engine sounds and controller of the level of simulated engine sounds. The controller smoothly increases level of simulated engine sounds upon decision of sound generation on detection of pedestrian, crosswalk, narrow road, or road with no sidewalk. The decider is responsive to vehicle navigation system, or ETC, or camera of EDR. EDR records the decision as circumstantial evidence. The decision may be optionally possible, but is forcibly made upon necessity. Simulated engine sounds can be greater than, or equal to, or less than real engine sounds. The controller makes a soft peak of simulated engine sound upon brake or accelerator operated. Balance of simulated engine sounds among front, rear, right and left of vehicle is changeable in response to shift lever or blinker lever operation. The decision is visually indicated inside vehicle. 120-. (canceled)21. A vehicle capable of running with electrical power comprising:an electric motor configured to drive the vehicle;a sound source configured to generate sound in the rear of the vehicle;an operating portion for operation of the vehicle; anda controller configured to have the sound source generate the sound in reverse travel of the vehicle according to the operating portion.22. The vehicle according to claim 21 , wherein the operating portion is for selective operation of the vehicle for the reverse travel claim 21 , wherein the sound source is configured to generate the sound outside the vehicle for pedestrians to hear the vehicle and the sound source includes a sounding unit configured to generate the sound for one of the pedestrians behind the vehicle claim 21 , and wherein the controller is configured to have the sounding unit generate the sound for the pedestrians behind the vehicle to hear the vehicle traveling in reverse according to the operating portion.23. The vehicle according to claim 22 ...

Electric vehicle and control method thereof

The present invention relates to an electric vehicle and a control method thereof. According to the inventive electric vehicle and control method thereof, the state of a fuel cell that is a driving power of the electric vehicle can be sensed to determine whether the fuel cell system is normal or not, and output different sound sources according to the states of the fuel cell system so that the sound outputted as a driving sound while the electric vehicle runs may vary to allow a driver to recognize the state of the electric vehicle and a change in state of the fuel cell. Also, the awareness of difference in driving of the motor can be decreased through the sound outputted as the driving sound of the electric vehicle to improve the driver's satisfaction and allow pedestrians to more easily recognize approach of the electric vehicle.

Vehicle Approach Alert Device

A vehicle approach alert device includes: a memory memorizing a warning sound source data for emitting a warning sound from an external sound emitting unit and a canceling sound source data for emitting a canceling sound from an internal sound emitting unit. The canceling sound cancels the warning sound transmitted from the external sound emitting unit to inside of the vehicle. The vehicle approach alert device further includes: a control part configured to read the warning sound source data from the memory to cause the external sound emitting unit to emit the warning sound based on the warning sound source data, and to read the canceling sound source data from the memory to cause the internal sound emitting unit to emit the canceling sound based on the canceling sound source data to be synchronized with the warning sound. 1. A vehicle approach alert device that warns an approach of a vehicle by emitting a warning sound from an external sound emitting unit toward an outside of the vehicle , the vehicle approach alert device comprising:an internal sound emitting unit emitting sound toward an inside of the vehicle;a memory memorizing a warning sound source data for emitting the warning sound and a canceling sound source data for emitting a canceling sound that cancels the warning sound transmitted from the external sound emitting unit to an inside of the vehicle; and read the warning sound source data from the memory to cause the external sound emitting unit to emit the warning sound based on the warning sound source data, and', 'read the canceling sound source data from the memory to cause the internal sound emitting unit to emit the canceling sound based on the canceling sound source data to be synchronized with the warning sound., 'a control part configured to'}2. The vehicle approach alert device according to claim 1 , further comprising:an operation part that controls at least one of a phase difference and a sound pressure difference between the warning sound ...

SYSTEM FOR SIMULATED MULTI-GEAR VEHICLE SOUND GENERATION

A vehicle sound generator system is configured to generate a signal configured to drive one or more speakers produce sound waves simulating sounds associated with a desired engine type. The signal is based on one or more operating conditions of a vehicle. The vehicle sound generator system is configured to select sounds from a plurality of sounds based on the operating conditions of the vehicle. Each sound corresponds to a simulated sound of an engine operating in a respective gear. The vehicle sound generator system may generate the signal to drive the speakers to produce selected sounds to simulate shifting between the respective gears. 126.-. (canceled)27. A simulated vehicle sound generator system for a vehicle , the system comprising:a memory configured to store sound information for an engine;a processor in communication with the memory; and receive a signal indicative of an operating condition of the vehicle;', 'select a first simulated gear in response to the operating condition of the vehicle;', 'generate a sound signal based on sound information retrieved from the memory, the sound signal configured to drive at least one sound generation device to produce variable sound waves to simulate operation of the engine in the first simulated gear;', 'determine a shift condition in response to an operating condition indicative of a speed of the vehicle reaching a variable threshold point corresponding to the first simulated gear, the variable threshold point being variable based on an operating condition indicative of a load of the vehicle;', 'select a second simulated gear in response to the determined shift condition; and', 'adjust the sound signal in response to the determined shift condition, the sound signal being adjusted to drive the at least one sound generation device to produce variable sound waves to simulate operation of the engine in the second simulated gear., 'a simulated vehicle sound generation module executable by the processor to28. The simulated ...

MESSAGING SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE

A display such as an organic light emitting diode (OLED) display may be mounted on a vehicle and controlled by a control device such as a smart phone to present messages, including text and images if desired, on the sign. 1. A device , comprising:a non-transitory memory accessible to a processor and having instructions executable by the processor to:receive user selection of a message to be presented on a sign located on a vehicle; andwirelessly send the message to the sign for presentation of the message on the sign.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the device is implemented by a wireless communication device (WCD).3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the message includes text.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the message includes audio.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the message includes at least one image.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the instructions when executed by the processor configure the processor to:determine whether the sign is disposed on an approved vehicle surface;responsive to determining that the sign is not disposed on an approved vehicle surface, not causing the message to be presented on the sign; andresponsive to determining that the sign is disposed on an approved vehicle surface, causing the message to be presented on the sign.7. The device of claim 1 , where the instructions when executed by the processor configure the processor to:determine whether content in the message satisfies at least one filter;responsive to determining that the content does not satisfy the filter, not presenting the content as entered on the sign; andresponsive to determining that the content does satisfy the filter, presenting the content as entered on the sign.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the instructions when executed by the processor configure the processor to:cause at least display circuitry of the sign to remain deenergized unless a message is caused to be presented on the sign.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the instructions when executed by ...

SOUND GENERATING DEVICE FOR VIHICLE

Disclosed is a sound generating device for vehicle, more particularly, in case of fastening a sound generating device for outputting artificial engine sound (for example, start-up, or accelerating etc.) onto the automobile vehicle's surface, for example the bonnet, the sound generating device's sound transfer face is pressed to the bonnet, and the sound or vibration of the sound generator is dispersed and output outwardly through the bonnet without attenuation. 1. A sound generating device for vehicle , the sound generating device comprising:a sound generator vibrating to output sound signal corresponding to a sound source, which has a coil applied electric alternating signals that interacts with a magnetic circuit including a magnet;a disperser in the vehicle, which comprises a double layered plate formed by a first disperser member and a second disperser member, or comprises a one layered plate formed by a first disperser member and a support frame; anda generator housing to hold the sound generator between the first disperser member and the second disperser member or the support frame, and to transfers three-dimensionally the sound generated by the generator to the disperser.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the generator housing comprises:a case to hold the sound generator, and to provide a sound transfer face against the first disperser member; anda fastener or fasteners protruded from a side of two sides of the case-which provides pressure onto the second disperser member or the support frame by screw tightening so that the sound transfer face can be pressed to the first disperser member.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the case comprises:a flange or flanges at one outer circumference or at both outer circumferences of the case.4. The device of claim 2 , wherein the case comprises:a flange or flanges at one outer circumference or both outer circumferences of the case, wherein one end of the fastener is put into the outer face of the flange so as to have ...

ENCLOSURE EXPANSION TYPE VIRTUAL ENGINE SOUND SYSTEM AND VEHICLE USING THE SAME

An enclosure expansion type virtual engine sound system is provided. The system includes an enclosure case having a case enclosure accommodating a speaker to which a virtual engine sound is output and an enclosure back beam with an internal space divided into a speaker enclosure and a expanded enclosure as an extended space of the case enclosure for low band amplification of the engine sound and a space in which the engine sound is output in three directions. Accordingly, the enclosure back beam implements a low band amplification function in addition to a crash absorbing function. The engine sound is output in three directions through an internal space of the enclosure back beam, thereby solving a space restriction of a narrow engine room while satisfying regulations of the speaker. 1. An enclosure expansion type virtual engine sound system , comprising:an enclosure case that includes an internal space in which a speaker configured to output a virtual engine sound is accommodated and the internal space operates as a case enclosure in which a low band amplification of the engine sound is performed; andan enclosure back beam divided into a speaker enclosure having an internal space deformed by an external shock and having a speaker protruding surface of the enclosure case inserted into the internal space to amplify a low band and then transfer the amplified low band as an external output and an expanded enclosure inserted with an enclosure connection part of the enclosure case to perform the low band amplification.2. The enclosure expansion type virtual engine sound system of claim 1 , wherein the enclosure case is coupled with the enclosure back beam and a portion of the speaker forms an exposed portion at a lower portion of the enclosure back beam.3. The enclosure expansion type virtual engine sound system of claim 2 , wherein the exposed portion of the speaker has a diameter of about half of the speaker.4. The enclosure expansion type virtual engine sound system ...

Acoustic notifications

Techniques for using beam-formed acoustic notifications for pedestrian notification are described. Computing device(s) can receive sensor data associated with an object in an environment of a vehicle. The computing device(s) can determine first data for emitting a first beam of acoustic energy via speaker(s) of an acoustic array associated with the vehicle, and second data for emitting a second beam of acoustic energy via speakers of the acoustic array. The computing device(s) can cause the speaker(s) to emit the first beam in a direction of the object at a first time and the second beam in the direction of the object at a second time. Directions of propagation of the first beam and the second beam are offset so that the object can localize the source the acoustic notification, thereby localizing the vehicle in the environment.

Vehicle sound synthesis during engine start conditions

A vehicle sound synthesis system is provided with a loudspeaker and a controller. The loudspeaker projects sound indicative of synthesized engine noise (SEN) within a cabin of a vehicle in response to receiving a SEN signal. The controller is programmed to generate the SEN signal; and receive a first input indicative of an engine start command. The controller is further programmed to, modulate a characteristic of the SEN signal to align with a corresponding engine operating characteristic during starting conditions in response to the engine start command; and provide an adjusted SEN signal including the modulated characteristic to the loudspeaker.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING VIRTUAL ENGINE SOUND IN RESPONSE TO AUTO-CRUISE SPEED SETTINGS

An apparatus for controlling a virtual engine sound in response to auto-cruise speed settings may include: a controller area network (CAN) communication unit configured to receive information on one or more of auto-cruise speed settings and whether an auto-cruise function is activated, and generate a CAN signal; a control unit configured to control a virtual engine sound function in response to the CAN signal; a signal processing unit configured to process and output a virtual engine sound signal according to control of the control unit; and a digital amp unit configured to amplify the virtual engine sound signal outputted from the signal processing unit and produce a virtual engine sound. 1. An apparatus for controlling a virtual engine sound in response to auto-cruise speed settings , comprising:a controller area network (CAN) communication unit configured to receive information on one or more of auto-cruise speed settings and whether an auto-cruise function is activated, and generate a CAN signal;a control unit configured to control a virtual engine sound function in response to the CAN signal;a signal processing unit configured to process and output a virtual engine sound signal according to control of the control unit; anda digital amp unit configured to amplify the virtual engine sound signal outputted from the signal processing unit and produce a virtual engine sound.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the CAN communication unit enables the CAN signal in one or more of the case in which the auto-cruise function is not activated and the case in which the auto-cruise function is activated and a driver does not change the auto-cruise speed settings.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the CAN communication unit disables the CAN signal when the auto-cruise function is activated and a driver does not change the auto-cruise speed settings.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the control unit controls the signal processing unit to not output the virtual engine ...

APPROACHING VEHICLE WARNING SPEAKER DEVICE

An approaching vehicle warning speaker device includes a diaphragm that generates sound, an edge section joined to an outer edge of the diaphragm, and a frame supporting an outer periphery of the edge section. The diaphragm is made of a film containing polyimide. The edge section includes a base member made of fiber and rubber-containing waterproof layers provided on both sides of the base member. 1. An approaching vehicle warning speaker device comprising:a diaphragm for generating sound;an edge section joined to an outer edge of the diaphragm; anda frame supporting an outer periphery of the edge section,wherein the diaphragm is made of a film containing polyimide, andthe edge section consists of a base member made of fiber and rubber-containing waterproof layers provided on both sides of the base member.2. The approaching vehicle warning speaker device according to claim 1 , wherein the diaphragm has a thickness of 50 μm to 175 μm.3. The approaching vehicle warning speaker device according to claim 2 , wherein the diaphragm includes a portion having a thickness of 125 μm.4. The approaching vehicle warning speaker device according to claim 1 , wherein the base member is made of material containing cotton.5. The approaching vehicle warning speaker device according to claim 4 , wherein the waterproof layer provided on both sides of the base member each has a plurality of layers. The present invention relates to an approaching vehicle warning speaker device.Pedestrians, such as a walking person, may not notice an approaching hybrid vehicle or an electric vehicle, which moves very quietly. Various types of approaching vehicle warning speaker devices are proposed to be mounted on a vehicle, such as a hybrid vehicle, to generate a warning sound to notice pedestrians of an approaching vehicle such as a hybrid vehicle. Manufacturers independently determine specifications of such approaching vehicle warning speaker devices. So that, approaching vehicle warning speaker ...

FAKE ENGINE SOUND CONTROL DEVICE AND FAKE ENGINE SOUND CONTROL METHOD

A fake engine sound control device includes an environment information acquisition unit, a vehicle speed acquisition unit, an engine speed acquisition unit, a fake engine sound generator, and a fake engine sound controller. The environment information acquisition unit acquires environment information. The vehicle speed acquisition unit acquires vehicle speed information. The engine speed acquisition unit acquires rotation speed information. The fake engine sound generator generates a fake engine sound. The fake engine sound controller determines, based on the environment information and the vehicle speed information, whether leading to a target vehicle speed is required, the target vehicle speed being different from the vehicle speed indicated by the vehicle speed information, and controls, when leading to the target vehicle speed is required, the fake engine sound generator based on the target vehicle speed and the rotation speed information. 1. A fake engine sound control device comprising:an environment information acquisition unit configured to acquire environment information indicating a travel environment of a vehicle;a vehicle speed acquisition unit configured to acquire vehicle speed information indicating a vehicle speed of the vehicle;an engine rotation speed acquisition unit configured to acquire rotation speed information indicating a rotation speed of an engine of the vehicle;a fake engine sound generator configured to generate a fake engine sound that evokes an engine sound of the vehicle; anda fake engine sound controller configured to determine, based on the environment information and the vehicle speed information, whether leading to a target vehicle speed is required, the target vehicle speed being different from the vehicle speed indicated by the vehicle speed information, and to control, when leading to the target vehicle speed is required, the fake engine sound generator based on the target vehicle speed and the rotation speed information.2. The ...

VEHICLE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

Disclosed are a vehicle and a control method thereof, and more particularly, a technique for acquiring location information of a pedestrian near a vehicle, predicting a movement path of the pedestrian, and outputting warning sounds in a direction toward where the pedestrian is moving. The vehicle includes an imaging device configured to capture an image of a pedestrian near the vehicle, a detection sensor configured to acquire location information of the pedestrian, a controller configured to predict a movement route of the pedestrian based on the acquired location information of the pedestrian and generate a control signal for outputting warning sounds in a direction toward where the pedestrian is moving based on the predicted movement route of the pedestrian; and a speaker array configured to output the warning sounds in the direction toward where the pedestrian is moving based on the generated control signal. 1. A vehicle comprising:an imaging device configured to capture an image of a pedestrian and process the image acquire location information of the pedestrian;a controller configured to predict a movement route of the pedestrian based on the acquired location information of the pedestrian and further configured to generate a control signal for generating sound outputs that can cause constructive interference in a direction toward a predicted location to which the pedestrian is moving and can further cause destructive interference in other directions based on the predicted movement route of the pedestrian; anda speaker array configured to generate sound outputs based on the control signal, wherein the control signal configure to generate the sound outputs to cause amplification of a warning sound in the direction toward the predicted location by the constructive interference and further to cause lessening of the warning sound in other directions by destructive interference,wherein, when there are a plurality of pedestrians, the control signal is configured to ...

SOUND CONTROL METHOD FOR HYBRID VEHICLE

Disclosed is a sound control method for a hybrid vehicle having both an engine and a motor as driving power sources, the method including: checking a driving condition of the hybrid vehicle; calculating a first virtual sound optimizing an engine sound by extracting main order components of the engine based on an engine RPM and engine load data, and by optimizing an arrangement of the extracted main order components of the engine or by adjusting output levels thereof; calculating a second virtual sound generating an optimized engine sound by extracting order components of the motor based on a motor RPM and motor load data, converting the extracted order components of the motor into corresponding main order components of the engine, and by optimizing an arrangement of the converted main order components of the engine or by adjusting output levels thereof; and outputting the calculated first virtual sound or the second virtual sound to a sound device. 1. A sound control method for a hybrid vehicle having both an engine and a motor as driving power sources , the method comprising:checking, by a controller, a driving condition of the hybrid vehicle;when the driving condition of the hybrid vehicle is an engine driving condition, calculating, by the controller, a first virtual sound for optimizing an engine sound by extracting main order components of the engine based on an engine RPM and engine load data, and by optimizing an arrangement of the extracted main order components of the engine or by adjusting output levels thereof;when the driving condition of the hybrid vehicle is a motor driving condition, calculating, by the controller, a second virtual sound for generating an optimized engine sound by extracting order components of the motor based on a motor revolution per minute and motor load data, converting the extracted order components of the motor into corresponding main order components of the engine, and by optimizing an arrangement of the converted main order ...

ENHANCED SOUND GENERATION FOR QUIET VEHICLES WITH VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE COMMUNICATION CAPABILITIES

Two or more quiet vehicles traveling together sense each other and communicate to each other the condition of the respective drivers of the vehicles and announce their presence to pedestrians and other motorists using noise sounds. The characteristics of the emitted sounds are selected according to a level of threat presented by the quiet vehicles. 1. A method of announcing the presence of a plurality of moving quiet vehicles , which are proximate to each other as they move , the method comprising:determining characteristics of the vehicles proximate to each other;establishing wireless communications between a plurality of the quiet vehicles proximate to each other;reading information from a plurality of driver vital sign sensors;reading vehicle control sensors;determining a state of mind or physical state of a driver of at least one vehicle using information read from the driver vital sign sensors and the vehicle control sensors; the determined state of mind or physical state of a driver and,', 'information from the driver vital sign sensors and the vehicle control sensors; and, 'forwarding to quiet vehicles that are proximate to each other, at least one ofgenerating noise from at least one quiet vehicle, the generated noise being audible to at least pedestrians proximate to the quiet vehicles, characteristics of the generated noise being selected from a plurality of different characteristics responsive to the positions of the quiet vehicles relative to each other, ambient noise and the audible operating noise produced by each quiet vehicle as it moving, and the generated poise having characteristics selected from a plurality of different characteristics responsive to the determined states of mind or physical states of the drivers of a plurality of the quiet vehicles.2. (canceled)3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the determined states of mind or physical states of drivers is provided to other vehicles of the vehicles proximate to each other via a wireless ...

APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING ENVIRONMENTAL NOISE COMPENSATION FOR A SYNTHESIZED VEHICLE SOUND

In at least one embodiment, an apparatus for generating a simulated vehicle sound is provided. At least one parameter module receives a first driver throttle signal and to transmit a first input signal indicative of a first simulated vehicle sound. An engine sound generator block audibly generates a first simulated vehicle sound in response to the first input signal. An engine sound removal block is operably coupled to a microphone that receives a first microphone input signal. The first microphone input signal includes first environmental noise associated with a vehicle exterior environment and the first simulated vehicle sound. The engine sound removal block is configured to filter the first simulated vehicle sound from the first microphone input signal to determine the first environmental noise. The engine sound generator generates a second simulated vehicle sound that is louder than the first environmental noise. 1. An apparatus for generating a simulated vehicle sound , the apparatus comprising:at least one parameter module configured to receive a first driver throttle signal indicative of a first position of a throttle for a vehicle and to transmit a first input signal indicative of a first simulated vehicle sound in response to at least the first driver throttle signal;an engine sound generator block configured to audibly generate a first simulated vehicle sound in response to the first input signal; and filter the first simulated vehicle sound from the first microphone input signal to determine the first environmental noise; and', 'generate a first output signal indicative of the first environmental noise;, 'an engine sound removal block for being operably coupled to a microphone that receives a first microphone input signal, the first microphone input signal including a first environmental noise associated with an environment exterior to the vehicle and the first simulated vehicle sound, the engine sound removal block being configured towherein the engine ...

VEHICLE SOUND ACTIVATION

A computer is programmed to receive audio data from a first vehicle sensor following an instruction to a second vehicle to actuate sound output. The computer generates diagnostic data about the received audio data. The computer may then actuate output based on the diagnostic data. 1. A computer , programmed to:receive audio data from a first vehicle sensor following an instruction to a second vehicle to actuate sound output;generate diagnostic data about the received audio data; andactuate output based on the diagnostic data.2. The computer of claim 1 , further programmed to actuate a first vehicle window opener prior to collecting the audio data.3. The computer of claim 1 , wherein the computer is further programmed to generate the diagnostic data after determining claim 1 , based at least in part on the instruction claim 1 , that the received audio data is received from the second vehicle.4. The computer of claim 1 , wherein the computer is further programmed to receive status data from the second vehicle and determine claim 1 , based on at least in part on the received status data from the second vehicle claim 1 , whether the received audio data is received from the second vehicle.5. The computer of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is one of a vehicle-mounted microphone and a microphone in a mobile device.6. The computer of claim 1 , wherein the computer is further programmed to generate diagnostic data by:calculating a frequency distribution of the received audio data; anddetermining, based on the calculated frequency distribution, whether the received audio data includes one or more expected frequency components.7. The computer of claim 6 , wherein the computer is further programmed to receive the expected frequency components from a second computer.8. The computer of claim 6 , wherein the computer is further programmed to receive data from a first vehicle object detection sensor and identify the expected frequency components based on the received data.9. The ...

STEERING WHEEL WITH VIBRATION DAMPING MASS

A steering wheel includes a steering wheel body and a base. The base carrying an inflator and an airbag package, such that the base, the inflator and the airbag package form a first sub-assembly. The base is connected to the steering wheel body at least indirectly via at least one elastic element, such that the sub-assembly can move relative to the steering wheel body in at least one direction so that the whole sub-assembly serves as a vibration damping mass. The steering wheel also includes a cover element with a roof extending over the airbag package, and at least one horn sensor generating a signal when a pressing force exceeding a predefined value is applied to the roof. The cover element is not rigidly connected to the base, such that the sub-assembly can move relative to the steering wheel body under deformation of the elastic element while the cover element does not move relative to the steering wheel body. 1. A steering wheel comprising:a steering wheel body,a base, said base carrying an inflator and an airbag package, such that said base, said inflator and said airbag package form a first sub-assembly, said base being connected to the steering wheel body at least indirectly via at least one elastic element, such that the sub-assembly can move relative to the steering wheel body in at least one direction so that the whole sub-assembly serves as a vibration damping mass,a cover element comprising a roof extending over the airbag package, and at least one horn sensor generating a signal when a pressing force exceeding a predefined value is applied to the roof,wherein the cover element is not rigidly connected to the base, such that the sub-assembly can move relative to the steering wheel body under deformation of the elastic element while the cover element does not move relative to the steering wheel body.2. The steering wheel of claim 1 , wherein the cover element comprises a cover element sidewall.3. The steering wheel of claim 1 , wherein the cover element ...

VEHICLE APPROACH INFORMING DEVICE

A vehicle approach informing device includes: an informing sound output unit configured to output informing sound for informing a pedestrian outside a vehicle that the vehicle is approaching when a predetermined condition is satisfied; a stop operation unit configured to receive an operation for stopping the output of the informing sound by the informing sound output unit; and an information output unit configured to output predetermined information to a driver. When the predetermined condition is satisfied and output of the informing sound by the informing sound output unit is stopped by an operation of the stop operation unit, the information output unit outputs information to the driver, the information indicating that the informing sound is not outputted. 1. A vehicle approach informing device comprising:an informing sound output unit to output informing sound for informing a pedestrian outside a vehicle that the vehicle is approaching when a predetermined condition is satisfied;a stop operation unit to receive an operation for stopping the output of the informing sound by the informing sound output unit; andan information output unit configured to output predetermined information to a driver,wherein when the predetermined condition is satisfied and output of the informing sound by the informing sound output unit is disabled by an operation of the stop operation unit, the information output unit outputs information to the driver, the information indicating that the informing sound is disabled.2. The vehicle approach informing device according to claim 1 , wherein the information output unit includes a display unit configured to display information claim 1 , and outputs information to a driver by displaying the information on the display unit.3. The vehicle approach informing device according to claim 1 , wherein the predetermined condition is that a running speed of the vehicle is lower than or equal to a predetermined speed.4. The vehicle approach informing ...

VEHICLE APPROACH INFORMING DEVICE

A vehicle approach informing device includes: an informing sound output unit to output informing sound for informing to a pedestrian outside a vehicle that the vehicle is approaching when a predetermined condition is satisfied; a sound volume control unit to control the volume of the informing sound outputted by the informing sound output unit; and a shield detection unit to detect a shield present on any side ahead in a running direction of the vehicle. When a shield is detected by the shield detection unit, the sound volume control unit reduces the volume of the informing sound which is outputted by the informing sound output unit. 1. A vehicle approach informing device comprising:an informing sound output unit to output informing sound for informing a pedestrian outside a vehicle that the vehicle is approaching when a predetermined condition is satisfied;a sound volume control unit to control the volume of the informing sound outputted by the informing sound output unit; anda shield detection unit configured to detect a shield present on any side ahead in the running direction of the vehicle,wherein, when a shield is detected by the shield detection unit, the sound volume control unit reduces the sound volume of the informing sound to be outputted by the informing sound output unit.2. The vehicle approach informing device according to claim 1 , wherein when a shield is detected on each of both sides ahead in the running direction of the vehicle by the shield detection unit claim 1 , the sound volume control unit reduces the volume of the informing sound to a lower level than the volume of the informing sound when a shield is detected only on one side ahead in the running direction of the vehicle.3. The vehicle approach informing device according to claim 1 , whereinthe shield detection unit includes a distance measurement unit to measure a distance between the detected shield and the vehicle; andthe sound volume control unit controls the volume of the informing ...

Virtual engine sound system for vehicle and method for controlling the system

A virtual engine sound system for a vehicle and a method for controlling the system are provided. The method includes detecting data for determining volume of the virtual engine sound and determining whether an output condition of the virtual engine sound is satisfied based on the data. In addition, the method includes determining a sound source to be played back when the output condition of the virtual engine sound is satisfied and determining the volume of the virtual engine sound based on a noise level extraneous to the vehicle. The virtual engine sound that corresponds to the determined volume is then output.

Steering wheel structure

A steering wheel structure includes: a steering wheel main body supported by a steering shaft; a horn block to which a horn operation unit and an air-bag module are attached; and a connection unit that connects the horn block to the steering wheel main body such that the horn block can be elastically displaced with respect to the steering wheel main body, wherein the connection unit includes a support pin having one end supported by any one of the horn block and the steering wheel main body, a cylinder component having an outer circumferential part attached to the other of the horn block and the steering wheel main body, and an elastic component arranged between the cylinder component and the support pin, and wherein the elastic component is fixed to the cylinder component.

Vehicle approach alert device

A vehicle approach alert device that outputs an approach report sound from a sounding body includes: a memory part in which data of the approach report sound is memorized; a signal generator that generates a voltage waveform signal of the approach report sound based on the data of the approach report sound; a calculator that calculates a temperature of the sounding body; and a correct part that corrects the approach report sound based on the temperature of the sounding body. The calculator acquires information about a temperature detected by a temperature sensor located at a position different from the sounding body in the vehicle, and estimates the temperature of the sounding body based on the temperature detected by the temperature sensor.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DRIVING ASSISTANCE

A traffic signal recognition unit recognizes a state of traffic light in a travelling direction of a host vehicle. A position recognition unit recognizes a position of the vehicle. When a red light notification unit recognizes a state of a traffic light as being a red light at the traffic signal recognition unit and if the position recognized by the position recognition unit is a designated region permitting a left or right turn at the red light, a red light notification is notified to a driver if the driver has no intention of making a left or right turn or the intention is unclear, and if a left or right turn prohibited at a red light sign exists. In non-designated regions, the red light is notified to the driver except when a driving lane is a left or right turn only lane, or a direction of a direction indicator is the same as a direction shown by an arrow signal. 1. A driving assistance apparatus , comprising:a traffic signal recognition unit which recognizes a state of a traffic light in a travelling direction of a host vehicle;a position recognition unit which recognizes a position of the host vehicle;{'b': '190', 'a notification unit (S);'}{'b': '100', 'a determination unit (S); and'}{'b': 110', '140', '160', '180, 'a prohibition unit (S-S, S-S),'}wherein the notification unit issues a notification of a red light when the state of the traffic light is recognized as being a red light by the traffic signal recognition unit,the determination unit determines whether the position of the host vehicle is in a designated region which allows turning of at least one of a left or right turn, andthe prohibition unit performs a prohibition operation prohibiting an issue of the notification from the notification unit if the position of the host vehicle is determined to be within the designated region, determined by the determination unit.2. The driving assistance apparatus according to claim 1 , comprising;a sign recognition unit which recognizes a traffic sign existing in ...

VEHICLE AUXILIARY HORN APPARATUS

A vehicle auxiliary horn apparatus provides a sound through a horn to alert pedestrians that a vehicle, such as an electric vehicle or a new vehicle that makes virtually no noise, is moving; and provides set sound information during parking when a human body is detected. The vehicle auxiliary horn apparatus of the present invention comprises: a sound storage unit for storing and managing music information, announcement information, and repeating sound information; a display panel unit for displaying information for setting one type of sound information stored in the sound storage unit; a sound extracting unit for extracting the sound information, selected from the display panel, from the sound storage unit; a sound output processing unit for outputting the sound extracted from the sound extracting unit through a speaker; a manual control unit disposed on the front portion of the vehicle, for transmitting a manual control signal to a central control, unit when manipulated; an automatic control unit disposed on the front portion of the vehicle, for transmitting an automatic control signal to the central control unit, when manipulated; a sound-providing, speed-setting unit for setting a speed for automatically outputting a sound, under automatic control; a moving speed checking unit for checking the moving speed of the vehicle; and the central control unit for receiving a control signal transmitted by the manual control unit or the automatic control unit, distinguishing the type of the control signal, and when the control signal is an automatic control signal, acquiring the speed information set by the sound-providing, speed-setting unit, checking the current speed, and determining whether to output a sound. Through the present invention, by providing a sound through a horn to alert pedestrians that a vehicle is moving, such as an electric vehicle or a new vehicle that makes virtually no noise, the effect is provided of being able to prevent the occurrence of dangerous ...

FORCE SENSING HORN SYSTEM

Various implementations of a horn system include one or more force sensors disposed on a first portion of a driver air bag module and one or more actuators disposed on a second portion of the driver air bag module. For example, the force sensors may be disposed adjacent a perimeter of a base plate of the driver air bag module, and the actuators may extend inwardly toward the force sensors from an inner surface of a cover of the driver air bag module, or vice versa. To actuate the horn, the cover is moved axially toward the base plate, causing the actuators to apply force to the force sensors. Force signals received from the force sensors are used by one or more processors to determine characteristics of the force received and/or select a control message for communicating to the horn system based on the force signal characteristics. 1. A vehicle horn actuation system comprising:a driver air bag module comprising a first portion and a second portion, wherein a driver air bag and inflator are disposed centrally on the first portion, the first portion is statically coupled to a steering interface of a vehicle, and the second portion is axially translatable relative to the first portion;at least one force sensor disposed on one of the first or the second portion, the force sensor disposed peripherally of the driver air bag and inflator;an actuator disposed on the other of the second or first portion, the actuator and the force sensor being axially aligned such that the actuator moves axially toward the force sensor in response to an axial force being applied to the second portion; and receive a force signal from the force sensor; and', 'select a control message to communicate to a horn system, wherein the control message is selected from a plurality of control messages depending upon the force signal., 'a processor in communication with a memory, wherein the processor executes computer-readable instructions stored on the memory, said instructions cause the processor to2. ...

Warning sound system for vehicle and method for controlling the system

A warning sound system for a vehicle and a method for controlling the system are disclosed. The method for controlling the warning sound system for the vehicle according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention may include determining whether the vehicle enters a specific area based on a current position of the vehicle, determining an audio frequency that corresponds to the specific area when the vehicle enters the specific area, amplifying a warning sound having the audio frequency that corresponds to the specific area to a basic sound pressure via an amplifier, and outputting the warning sound via a speaker.

DEVICE FOR TRANSMITTING SOUND

A device for transmitting sound has a transmission element shaped to form a sound symposer and forms a sound cone between a rear wall and a front-side panel, Thus, sound is projected from the latter through openings in the panel into the vehicle interior. 1. A device for transmitting sound from a motor vehicle internal combustion engine arranged in an internal combustion engine compartment in a rear of a motor vehicle to an interior of the motor vehicle , comprising: a sound transmission element shaped on an inlet side to form a sound symposer and on the outlet side , conducts sound projections to the vehicle interior , the transmission element having of a closed rear wall , a front-side panel provided with a multiplicity of sound passage openings , and a sound cone formed between the rear wall and the panel.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the rear wall is spaced apart from the panel claim 1 , and at least one lower sound inlet opening is provided between the panel and the rear wall claim 1 , sound outlet openings being provided over an entire surface in the panel.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the transmission element is held inserted in a cutout in a carpet covering and is fixable in the cutout by hooks and fixing elements.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the front panel overlaps the rear wall peripherally with a protruding edge claim 3 , the protruding edge completely covering the cutout in the carpet covering.5. The device of claim 3 , wherein the fixing elements are parallel and next to one another and protrude away from the rear wall claim 3 , the fixing elements having fixing points in an upper region of the rear wall of the transmission element.6. The device of claim 5 , further comprising at least two downwardly extending claim 5 , free-standing hook elements arranged in a lower region of the rear wall of the transmission element.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the sound from the internal combustion engine can be supplied via the sound symposer ...

PEDESTRIAN ALERT SYSTEM FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

A pedestrian alert system includes, a noise producing member having a primary acoustic output surface configured and disposed to direct noise from the noise producing member along a first axis, and at least one secondary acoustic output surface that allows noise to pass from the noise producing member along a second axis that is distinct from the first axis. An acoustic focusing member is provided about the noise producing member. The acoustic focusing member is configured and disposed to re-direct noise from the second axis toward the first axis.

Autonomous moving apparatus and non-transitory computer readable medium

An autonomous moving apparatus includes a moving unit that moves the autonomous moving apparatus, a detector that detects distances from surrounding objects and shapes of the surrounding objects, a notifying unit that notifies surrounding persons, and a controller that controls the moving unit so that the autonomous moving apparatus moves so as to follow movement of a person recognized as a follow target by the detector and, when the person recognized as the follow target performs a specific action, controls the notifying unit to give a notification by a preset notification method in response to the specific action.

SOUND-PRODUCING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

A sound-producing device for a vehicle includes sound-producing means, an opening provided in a vehicle body bottom part, and a duct connecting the sound-producing means to the opening, and it is possible, by amplifying the sound pressure of a sound generated by the sound-producing means through the duct and transmitting the sound to the outside of the vehicle via the opening of the vehicle body bottom part, to inform a pedestrian that the vehicle is approaching and alert them, and to reduce the sound pressure of the sound-producing means compared with a case in which there is no duct. Moreover, since an inlet and an outlet of the duct are offset from each other in a direction that intersects a vertical axis, it is possible to prevent water or small stones scattered by a tire from passing through the duct and to decrease the stiffness of the duct. 1. A sound-producing device for a vehicle comprising a sound-producing device , an opening provided in a vehicle body bottom part , and a duct connecting the sound-producing device to the opening ,wherein the duct includes an inlet connected to the sound-producing device, an outlet connected to the opening, and a duct main body providing a connection between the inlet and the outlet, and the inlet and the outlet are offset in a direction that intersects a vertical axis.2. The sound-producing device for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the sound producing device is fixed to a bracket mounted on a vehicle body claim 1 , and the duct is fixed to the bracket.3. The sound-producing device for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the duct main body comprises an impact-absorbing portion.4. The sound-producing device for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the outlet has a larger diameter than a diameter of the inlet.5. The sound-producing device for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the duct main body is formed from a flexible material.6. The sound-producing device for a vehicle according to claim 1 , ...

HORN CIRCUIT

The present invention provides a horn circuit () for activating a horn of a vehicle which is adapted to be integrated in an airbag module () of a vehicle or in ah attachment member () for connecting the airbag module () to the steering wheel, comprising at least two contact elements (), wherein a horn signal is produced when the at least two contact elements () electrically contact with each other. The horn circuit () according to the present invention is characterised in that the at least two contact elements () are adapted to electrically connect with each other by means of at least one conductive spring element () for fixing an airbag module () to a steering wheel. 113-. (canceled)14. A steering wheel mounted horn system for a vehicle comprising:an airbag module;a plurality of hook elements for attaching the airbag module to the steering wheel;a plurality of spring elements for engaging the hook elements to attach the airbag module to the steering wheel; andan integrated horn circuit comprising two contact elements that are arranged adjacent to each other at a ring shaped carrier member which is formed as a separate compact entity configured to be placed between the airbag module and the steering wheel, wherein the spring elements are electrically conductive and configured to act as contact closing members for electrically connecting the two contact elements to activate the horn of the vehicle.15. The horn system recited in claim 14 , wherein the hook elements are mounted to one of the airbag module and the steering wheel and the spring elements are mounted to the other of the airbag module and the steering wheel.16. The horn system recited in claim 15 , wherein the hook elements are mounted to one of the airbag module and an attachment member and the spring elements are mounted to the other of the airbag module and the attachment member claim 15 , wherein the attachment member is configured to be connected to the steering wheel.17. The horn system recited in ...

CONNECTOR COMPONENT FOR SECURING AN AIRBAG MODULE TO A STEERING WHEEL, POSITIONING SLEEVE FOR THE CONNECTOR COMPONENT, SET COMPRISING SUCH A CONNECTOR COMPONENT AND A POSITIONING SLEEVE, STEERING WHEEL, AIRBAG MODULE, STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME

A connector component () for fastening an airbag module () to a steering wheel () includes a steering wheel-side part () and a module-side part () movable relative to each other and biased against each other so that the module-side part is spaced apart from the steering wheel-side part in an idle position and is movable into a hooting position in which the module-side part contacts the steering wheel-side part. The module-side part () and the steering wheel-side part () are interconnected and form a multifunctional component including a guiding device for guided movement of the module-side part from the idle position into the hooting position and electric contacts for an electric horn circuit that contact each other in the hooting position. The invention also relates to a connector component and a positioning sleeve, a steering wheel, an airbag module, a steering wheel assembly and a manufacturing method. 115040102020102010. A connector component () for fastening an airbag module () to a steering wheel () comprising a steering wheel-side part () and a module-side part () which are movable relative to each other and are biased against each other such that the module-side part () in an idle position is spaced apart from the steering wheel-side part () in a hooting direction (H) and is movable into a hooting position in which the module-side part () contacts the steering wheel-side part () ,{'b': 20', '10', '20, 'wherein the module-side part () and the steering wheel-side part () are interconnected and form a multifunctional component including a guiding device for guided movement of the module-side part () from the idle position into the hooting position and electric contacts for an electric horn circuit, the electric contacts contacting each other in the hooting position.'}211011411118111111111118aababa. The connector component () according to claim 1 , wherein the steering wheel-side part () includes at least one anchoring element () for fixation in a steering wheel ...

Method, apparatus, computer program and system for controlling a vehicle's alert output

Examples of the present disclosure relate to a method, apparatus, computer program and system for controlling a vehicle's alert output (such as a car's horn) comprising: receiving at least a first input related to at least one context of a vehicle; receiving at least a second input related to at least one context of the vehicle's driver; and controlling an output of an alert in dependence upon both: the at least one first input, and the at least one second input.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ASSISTED EMERGENCY BRAKING

A method for the assisted emergency braking of a vehicle, in which the lateral and/or the longitudinal guidance of the vehicle are/is influenced in such a way that the vehicle is guided in the direction of a safety zone, and when the safety zone has been reached, a parking position, in particular within the safety zone, is ascertained for the vehicle, the vehicle being guided in such a way that the vehicle comes to a standstill in the parking position. 1. A method for assisted emergency braking of a vehicle , the method comprising:influencing at least one of a lateral and longitudinal guidance of the vehicle in such a way that the vehicle is guided in a direction of a safety zone; andwhen the safety zone is reached, ascertaining a parking position within the safety zone for the vehicle, the vehicle being guided in such a way that the vehicle comes to a standstill in the parking position.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the lateral guidance is influenced only starting at a predefined speed.3. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the lateral guidance is influenced only starting at a predefined distance to an expected standstill of the vehicle.4. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the parking position of the vehicle is corrected once the ascertained parking position has been reached in such a way that an evacuation space is created around the vehicle.5. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the parking position is ascertained as a function of signals from at least one of a chassis sensor system claim 1 , a parking sensor system claim 1 , an inertial sensor system claim 1 , an acceleration sensor system claim 1 , a wheel speed sensor system claim 1 , and a tilt sensor system of the vehicle.6. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the safety zone lies at least partially outside a road on which the vehicle was traveling.7. The method as recited in claim 6 , a maximum driving distance outside the road being predefined.8. The method as ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USER SELECTABLE AUDIBLE EVENT INDICATION FOR A VEHICLE

A sound generation system for a vehicle includes a sound generator for operating a speaker of the vehicle to produce an audible sound. A controller detects a vehicle operation event and controls the sound generator to generate an audible indication of the event, an association of the audible indication with the event being programmable by a user. 1. A sound generation system for a vehicle , the system comprising:a sound generator for operating a speaker of the vehicle to produce an audible sound; anda controller to detect a vehicle operation event and to control the sound generator to generate an audible indication of the event, an association of the audible indication with the event being programmable by a user.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to control production of a visible indication of the event claim 1 , an association of the visible indication with the event being programmable by a user.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the visible indication comprises operation of a light of the vehicle.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the operation of the light comprises flashing or blinking the light.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein the visible indication comprises display of an image on a display of the vehicle.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the image comprises an image sequence claim 5 , a video clip or a video loop.7. The system of claim 2 , wherein the visible indication is visible from inside or from outside of the vehicle.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle is an electric or hybrid vehicle.9. The system of claim 8 , wherein the audible indication is imitative of a sound of an internal combustion engine.10. The system of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle operation event comprises a manner of driving of the vehicle.11. The system of claim 10 , wherein the manner of driving is selected from a group consisting of a vehicle speed claim 10 , acceleration claim 10 , deceleration claim 10 , braking claim 10 , or turning.12. ...