WO2000012354A1 - Systeme de signalisation pour vehicule - Google Patents

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WO2000012354A1
WO2000012354A1 PCT/ZA1999/000076 ZA9900076W WO0012354A1 WO 2000012354 A1 WO2000012354 A1 WO 2000012354A1 ZA 9900076 W ZA9900076 W ZA 9900076W WO 0012354 A1 WO0012354 A1 WO 0012354A1
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Jason Berry
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60Q—ARRANGEMENT OF SIGNALLING OR LIGHTING DEVICES, THE MOUNTING OR SUPPORTING THEREOF OR CIRCUITS THEREFOR, FOR VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60Q5/00—Arrangement or adaptation of acoustic signal devices
    • B60Q5/005—Arrangement or adaptation of acoustic signal devices automatically actuated
    • B60Q5/008—Arrangement or adaptation of acoustic signal devices automatically actuated for signaling silent vehicles, e.g. for warning that a hybrid or electric vehicle is approaching

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  • This invention relates to a method and system of enabling a device associated with a vehicle to produce a warning sound or signal to enable pedestrians and other vehicle drivers to be aware of the presence of a the said vehicle , so to minimise accidents and risk due to people not hearing the vehicle. More specifically it relates to the provision of sound generating means in conjunction with electrically operated vehicles and a method of and system for generating the sound.
  • a vehicle signalling system comprising an audible signal generating device which may be associated with a vehicle for generating a distinct audible signal and the signal generated according to the state of the vehicle.
  • the vehicle signalling system may comprise an audible signal generating device adapted to generate a signal matched with the relative speed of the vehicle.
  • the signal may be a function of the relative speed of the vehicle so that it will change in intensity according to the relative speed of the vehicle.
  • the generated signal may be projected in the direction of relative movement of the vehicle.
  • the audible signal generating device may comprises power means adapted to regulate the signal generation.
  • the sound generation means may comprise a mechanical device or the like associated the rolling stock of the vehicle.
  • the sound generation means may comprise an air powered device adapted to create an audible signal as an airflow is experienced thereover in use.
  • the sound generation means may comprises an electronic device adapted to create an audible signal as vehicle movement may be detected.
  • sound generation means may alter the pitch or frequency in relation to vehicle speed changes. Also the sound generation means may alter the pitch or frequency in relation to vehicle direction changes
  • the sound generation means may alter the volume at which the signal is transmitted in relation to one or more of: vehicle speed changes and vehicle directional movement.
  • audible signal generation means may be adapted to generate a number of different audible signals on demand and audible signal amplifying means may be connected or connectable to the signal generation means.
  • a method of generating warning signals for a vehicle including the steps of: providing at least one vehicle modified to house; at least one audible signal generating device; activating the device upon detection of vehicle movement; and generating an audible signal for notification to surrounding users.
  • the signal generating device may be associated with one or more of: mechanical signal generating means, electrical signal generating means, electronic signal generating means, chemical signal generating means, friction signal generating means, movement signal generating means and air-flow signal generating means.
  • Figure 1 is a block diagram of a first embodiment of the invention relating to an - embodiment of the vehicle signaling / sounding system or unit
  • Figure 2 is a block diagram of a second embodiment of the invention relating to the application of the signaling / sounding system associated with the mechanical parts or units of the vehicle;
  • Figure 3 is a block diagram of a third embodiment of the invention relating to an embodiment associated with electronical and/or electrical operation;
  • Figure 4 is a block diagram of a fourth embodiment of the invention relating to a embodiment associated with mechanical operation ;
  • Figure 5 is a block diagram of a fifth embodiment of the invention relating to a graph illustrating the signalling / sounding device's operation with regard to road speed;
  • Figure 6 is a block diagram of a sixth embodiment of the invention relating to a graph illustrating the signalling / sounding device's operation with regard to the vehicle's component's mechanical speed;
  • Figure 7 is a block diagram of an eight embodiment of the invention which en embodiment where airflow or movement generates a sound wave that signals movement or presence
  • a vehicle (1) with a front signaling / sounding device (2) that generates a sound wave (3) and/or with a rear signaling / sounding device (4) that generates a sound wave (5).
  • FIG. 2 illustrates a detailed unit comprising the wheels (6), power unit i.e. an electrical motor (7), powered by batteries (9) with a gearbox (8) and the signalling /sounding device (10) generating an audible signal or sound (11) whether it be electrically, electronically , mechanically or via other means as appropriate.
  • power unit i.e. an electrical motor (7)
  • batteries 9
  • gearbox (8)
  • signalling /sounding device 10 generating an audible signal or sound (11) whether it be electrically, electronically , mechanically or via other means as appropriate.
  • Figure 3 more specifically includes an electrically driven sounding unit including a electronic current means (12) i.e. a battery, generator or the like, power distribution means (13) i.e. cabling, switching means (14) and sound /signal generating means (15).
  • a electronic current means (12) i.e. a battery, generator or the like
  • power distribution means (13) i.e. cabling
  • switching means (14) and sound /signal generating means (15).
  • Figure 4 relates to a mechanical sounding unit with mechanical movement means (16) driving the signal means (17) to produce the signal / sound (18)
  • Figure 5 is a graphical presentation in graph form illustrating the intensity / loudness or frequency of the sound or signal in relation to vehicle speed, in which case the former increases as the latter increase and vice vers.
  • Figure 6 is a graphical presentation in graph form illustrating the intensity / loudness or frequency of the sound or signal in relation to mechanical movement i.e. revolutions of the motor / driver shaft etc.
  • Figure7 more specifically illustrates an embodiment where the movement or airflow generates the sound / signal on a wheel for example (21) with fins or plates (22) attached or holding the wheel's structure; being attached to the inner section / bearing (23) and the outer rim (24).

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Abstract

L'invention concerne un procédé et un système équipé d'un dispositif pour signaler la présence ou le déplacement d'un véhicule. L'invention inclut une sonnerie d'alarme ou un appareil de signalisation (2) fixé ou associé à un véhicule électrique (1). Le procédé de l'invention consiste à installer un moyen de génération d'un signal ou d'un son (12) associé audit véhicule. En outre, la fréquence ou la puissance générée du signal ou du son peut être augmentée ou diminuée en fonction des variations de la vitesse de direction et/ou de croisière du véhicule ou de sa vitesse mécanique. Ce signal ou son peut être obtenu par un moyen électronique, ou électrique, ou mécanique, ou par un détecteur d'écoulement de l'air ou de mouvement, ou encore par d'autres moyens pouvant signaler de manière appropriée la présence ou le déplacement des véhicules à d'autres usagers de la route ou piétons.
PCT/ZA1999/000076 1998-08-31 1999-08-31 Systeme de signalisation pour vehicule WO2000012354A1 (fr)

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