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1.

MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH AN IMPACT DEVICE BETWEEN THE DRIVE SYSTEM AND THE FRONT CRADLE

      
Application Number 18555032
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-02-22
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Galmiche, Jean Pierre
  • Medecin, Jean Louis
  • Le Guillou, Olivier

Abstract

Motor vehicle comprising a drive system arranged in a compartment at the front of a vehicle, a cradle (2) comprising a platform (4) fastened in this compartment in the region of a floor of the vehicle, an anti-roll bar (10) fastened in the vertical direction above the platform (4), and an impact device (30) fastened to a front edge (20) of the platform (4), behind an impact block fastened to a powertrain of this vehicle, in order, in the event of a recoil of this powertrain, to allow the impact block to bear on the impact device (30), which deforms, the impact device (30) comprising an upper part projecting above the platform (4), which, in the event of a large deformation, bears on the anti-roll bar (10).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B62D 21/15 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted having impact absorbing means, e.g. a frame designed to permanently or temporarily change shape or dimension upon impact with another body
  • B60G 21/00 - Interconnection systems for two or more resiliently-suspended wheels, e.g. for stabilising a vehicle body with respect to acceleration, deceleration or centrifugal forces
  • B62D 21/11 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted with resilient means for suspension

2.

HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLES WITH A REINFORCING DEVICE CONNECTED TO THE FRONT SIDE MEMBER

      
Application Number 18263489
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-14
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Peru, Marc
  • Fonfrede, Stephane
  • Valtier, Alain
  • Bossuat, Damien
  • Zeitouni, Richard

Abstract

The invention relates to a hybrid electric vehicle comprising a floor pan (1) with a central tunnel (3), at least two longitudinal girders (5), an underframe (7) extending under the floor pan and transversally between the at least two girders (5), and at least two side members (9, 11, 13) extending under the floor pan in the direction of the underframe (7), including at least two front side members (9) arranged on either side of the central tunnel (3), the vehicle being characterized in that it further comprises one or more reinforcing devices (15, 17), said devices being elongate bodies having two ends with one of said ends being attached to a side member (9, 11, 13), and in that the one or more reinforcing devices (15, 17) are attached under the floor pan (1) of the vehicle and are arranged to extend in a direction that forms an angle with the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

3.

CONTROL OF THE MOVEMENT OF A MOBILE UNIT TOWARDS AN OBJECT BY ANALYZING RADIO AND ACOUSTIC SIGNALS

      
Application Number 18261458
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-30
First Publication Date 2024-03-07
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Dimitrova, Zlatina
  • Juin, Giovanni

Abstract

A control device (DC) equips a mobile unit (BM) comprising radio signal receivers (R11-R12) and acoustic signal receivers (R21-R22) and having to move to a target location defined relative to an object (V) emitting radio signals and acoustic signals. This device (DC) periodically determines the distance and direction separating a predefined location of the mobile unit (BM) from the target location by analyzing received radio signals, then commands suitable for moving the mobile unit (BM) to a predefined distance from the target location on the basis of this distance and direction, then periodically determines the distance and direction by analyzing received acoustic signals, then commands suitable for moving the mobile unit (BM) towards the target location on the basis of this distance and direction, until the predefined location is placed at the target location.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01S 5/02 - Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more direction or position-line determinations; Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more distance determinations using radio waves
  • G01S 5/00 - Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more direction or position-line determinations; Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more distance determinations
  • G01S 5/18 - Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more direction or position-line determinations; Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more distance determinations using ultrasonic, sonic, or infrasonic waves

4.

UNDERFRAME STRUCTURE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE COMPRISING A LATERAL REINFORCEMENT PART

      
Application Number 18264014
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-18
First Publication Date 2024-02-08
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Bessette, Damien
  • Ma, Raymond

Abstract

An underframe structure for a motor vehicle, the underframe structure comprising a floor (12), and at least two longitudinal side members (14) respectively disposed on each side of the floor (12); the floor (12) is divided into at least one front unit (16) and one rear unit (18) fixed to a transverse heel board (24). The underframe structure also comprises a lateral reinforcement part (26) which comprises at least one elongate body extending from the heel board towards the closest side member, the lateral reinforcement part is fixed on one side to the heel board (24), and on the other side to the front unit (16) of the floor (12) or to a side member (14) in the region of the front unit (16) of the floor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B62D 21/15 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted having impact absorbing means, e.g. a frame designed to permanently or temporarily change shape or dimension upon impact with another body
  • B62D 25/20 - Floors or bottom sub-units
  • B60K 1/04 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units of the electric storage means for propulsion
  • H01M 50/242 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders characterised by physical properties of casings or racks, e.g. dimensions adapted for protecting batteries against vibrations, collision impact or swelling
  • H01M 50/249 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains

5.

METHOD FOR OPERATING A HIGH-RESOLUTION PROJECTION HEADLIGHT, AND PROJECTION HEADLIGHT FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number 18264674
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-25
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Roeckl, Philipp

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for operating a high-resolution projection headlight for a motor vehicle. The high-resolution projection headlight has an active LED pixel matrix light source which comprises an LED matrix monolithically integrated into a semiconductor chip with a plurality of light diode-based pixels and a driver circuit for separately controlling each individual pixel within the LED matrix. A current digital image of a sequence of images is continuously rasterized by means of a graphical controller from graphical data with at least one graphical object (50) and is provided for image reproduction with the projection headlight. A value for a thermal loading of the LED pixel matrix light source is continuously determined. During the rasterizing of a current digital image, surface areas (52) of the graphical objects (50) to be projected are at least partially masked with a masking (60, 61) and modulated, provided that the value for thermal loading exceeds a limit value. The invention also relates to a corresponding projection headlight system for a motor vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60Q 1/14 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to illuminate the way ahead or to illuminate other areas of way or environments the devices being headlights having dimming means
  • H04N 9/31 - Projection devices for colour picture display

6.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING DATA CHARACTERIZING AT LEAST ONE CHANGE IN THE TEMPERATURE OF A COMPONENT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE DURING A TIME INTERVAL

      
Application Number 18256845
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-02
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Cellier, Ze
  • Ndiaye, Papa Medoune

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for determining data characterizing at least one change in the temperature of a motor vehicle component during a time interval, using a computer system, and to a system (100) using such a method.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes

7.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR REGULATING THE SPEED OF AN AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE

      
Application Number 18253753
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-04
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Vivet, Luc
  • Ouanezar, Sofiane

Abstract

The invention relates to a method and a device for regulating the speed of an autonomous vehicle, referred to as ego vehicle, comprising an adaptive cruise control, said method comprising the steps of activating (201) said adaptive cruise control, receiving (202) information relating to said target vehicle, referred to as target information, receiving (203) information relating to said ego vehicle, referred to as ego vehicle information, determining (204) an inter-vehicle time, determining (205) an alert signal from said target information and said ego vehicle information, determining conditions (206) for substituting (207) a target acceleration for a setpoint acceleration of said cruise control.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60W 30/14 - Cruise control
  • B60W 30/16 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle
  • B60W 40/105 - Speed
  • B60W 60/00 - Drive control systems specially adapted for autonomous road vehicles
  • H04W 4/40 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P]

8.

VEHICLE DISPLAY DEVICE WITH PARAMETERISABLE VIRTUAL IMAGE

      
Application Number 18254347
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-09
First Publication Date 2023-12-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Tahhan, Aref Antoine
  • Alleau, Chloe

Abstract

Vehicle display device with parameterizable virtual image. The invention relates to a vehicle display device (1) including a first display surface (2) and a second display surface (3), which are different, the first display surface (2) being semi-transparent and configured to create a virtual image obtained by reflection of an image produced by a display source (6), the second display surface (3) being visible through the first display surface (2), the display device (1) including a first display mode in which at least one first information item is displayed on the first display surface (2) and at least one second information item is displayed on the second display surface (3), characterized in that it further includes a second display mode in which the at least one first information item and the at least one second information item are displayed on the second display surface (3) and in which the display source (6) is switched off.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 27/14 - Beam splitting or combining systems operating by reflection only
  • B60K 35/00 - Arrangement or adaptations of instruments

9.

MANAGEMENT OF SUPERVISION OF AN ELECTRONIC COMPONENT OF A LAND MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number 18247239
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-09-07
First Publication Date 2023-11-23
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Li, Xiaoting
  • Boisserie, Antony

Abstract

The invention relates to the management of a scheduled temporary shutdown of an electronic component (ECU) monitored by a supervisory device (VSM), the component and the device being comprised on board a land motor vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60W 50/00 - CONJOINT CONTROL OF VEHICLE SUB-UNITS OF DIFFERENT TYPE OR DIFFERENT FUNCTION; CONTROL SYSTEMS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR HYBRID VEHICLES; ROAD VEHICLE DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR PURPOSES NOT RELATED TO THE CONTROL OF A PARTICULAR SUB-UNIT - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit
  • B60W 50/14 - Means for informing the driver, warning the driver or prompting a driver intervention

10.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING THE SPEED OF A VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050469
Publication Number 2023/218144
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-31
Publication Date 2023-11-16
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Dusi, Jacques
  • Mafrica, Stefano

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and device for controlling the speed of a vehicle. A proposal to change the set speed, produced (93) at a moment in time, is displayed (95) using a first display mode if the position of the vehicle indicates that the vehicle is upstream of a signpost showing the new set speed, and if the moment in time is within a time range defined between two consecutive displays of proposals to change set speeds. If the position of the vehicle indicates that the vehicle is upstream of the signpost and if the moment in time is outside the time range, the proposal to change the set speed is displayed (95) using a second display mode.

IPC Classes  ?

11.

SYSTEM FOR RETAINING THE END OF A SCREW IN A SIDE MEMBER OF A MOTOR VEHICLE CHASSIS

      
Application Number FR2023050474
Publication Number 2023/218145
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-03
Publication Date 2023-11-16
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Berth, Stephane
  • Guilbaut, Marc

Abstract

The invention relates to a system for retaining the end of a screw in a side member of a motor vehicle chassis. The retaining system (2) is composed of: a bracket (4), through which there extends a first passage (10) permitting the insertion of a screw; and a plate (12) opposite a lower wall (6) of the bracket (4), the plate being traversed by a second passage (14) aligned with the first passage (10), the plate (12) being kept at a distance from the bracket (4) by way of two first tabs (16), two second tabs (22) of the plate being oriented in the direction away from the bracket (4); and a nut (24) rigidly connected to the retaining system (2), the nut (24) being aligned with the passages (10, 14) extending through the bracket (4) and the plate (12).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60G 7/02 - Attaching arms to sprung part of vehicle
  • B62D 25/08 - Front or rear portions
  • B62D 27/06 - Connections between superstructure sub-units readily releasable

12.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING THE SPEED OF A VEHICLE USING A CHANGE IN THE SETPOINT SPEED

      
Application Number FR2023050493
Publication Number 2023/218146
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-06
Publication Date 2023-11-16
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Dusi, Jacques
  • Braconnier, Jean-Baptiste

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and device for controlling the speed of a vehicle, comprising a change in the setpoint speed from a current setpoint speed to a new setpoint speed that is different from the current setpoint speed, and the triggering (94) of the deceleration or acceleration of the vehicle from the current setpoint speed to the new setpoint speed. A verification (92) is performed, over a time interval, to verify if the current setpoint speed has been modified by the driver of the vehicle and if the difference between the current setpoint speed and the new setpoint speed is smaller than a speed margin; and, if the current setpoint speed has been modified during the time interval and if the difference is smaller than the speed margin, the change in the setpoint speed is not authorised (93).

IPC Classes  ?

13.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR ASSISTING WITH THE LATERAL POSITIONING OF A VEHICLE

      
Application Number 18022690
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-07-29
First Publication Date 2023-11-09
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Varnier, Matthieu
  • Giraud, David
  • Lahlou, Zoubida

Abstract

A method and a device are disclosed for assisting with the lateral positioning of a vehicle, said vehicle being able to be driven by a driver in an automated manner along a reference path in a traffic lane, said traffic lane being bounded by two edges. The method comprises steps of detecting an upcoming split in the traffic lane, determining a widened area in the traffic lane, and determining a plurality of reference paths.

IPC Classes  ?

14.

SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING A LANE CHANGE ASSIST DEVICE

      
Application Number FR2023050435
Publication Number 2023/214135
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-28
Publication Date 2023-11-09
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Abouessire, Ismail
  • Aboulissane, Badreddine

Abstract

The invention relates to a system for controlling a traffic lane change assist device for a motor vehicle, the system comprising: - said lane change assist device suitable for performing for the motor vehicle a lane change from a current first traffic lane of the motor vehicle to an adjacent second traffic lane, the first and second traffic lanes being separated by a road marking line; - a detector configured to detect a plurality of traffic cones delimiting a portion of the first traffic lane; and - a computer configured to generate a virtual line joining the traffic cones and a command to disable the lane change assist device when the motor vehicle is in a zone in which the virtual line substantially coincides with the road marking line.

IPC Classes  ?

15.

BUMPER SKIN WITH CONTROLLED LATERAL DEFORMATIONS FOR A LAND VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050438
Publication Number 2023/214136
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-28
Publication Date 2023-11-09
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Videira, Filipe
  • Boudan, Julien

Abstract

The invention relates to a bumper skin (PP) fitted to a land vehicle comprising left and right wings, each of which wings has a front edge and an upper edge (BS), which upper edge is installed in the transverse direction of the vehicle having two left and right end portions (PE) which are extended downward by two rear edges (BR), each one of which is installed in front of a corresponding front edge. Each end portion (PE) comprises a region (ZD) that is arranged so as to bring about a local deformation of the bumper skin (PP) in a predefined direction in the event of the bumper skin experiencing a substantially frontal impact.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 19/24 - Arrangements for mounting bumpers on vehicles

16.

ASSEMBLY FOR CONNECTING AT LEAST ONE TRACK OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT TO A WAVEGUIDE MADE OF PLASTIC

      
Application Number FR2023050473
Publication Number 2023/214139
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-03
Publication Date 2023-11-09
Owner
  • PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
  • CENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUE (France)
  • INSTITUT POLYTECHNIQUE DE BORDEAUX (France)
  • UNIVERSITE DE BORDEAUX (France)
Inventor
  • Klingler, Marco
  • Grauwin, Louis
  • Ghiotto, Anthony
  • Kerherve, Eric

Abstract

The invention relates to a connection assembly (100) comprising: a printed circuit (110) comprising an orthomode transducer (114) integrated into the printed circuit, the orthomode transducer having a common port (116) and a septum metal strip (115) capable of orthogonally polarising first and second signals from first and second tracks (112.1; 112.2), respectively, relative to one another to the common port; a connector capable of receiving the printed circuit and of receiving an electromagnetic waveguide made of plastic (130), and capable of maintaining the plastic waveguide in a given position relative to the printed circuit; and a transition element capable of transmitting electromagnetic waves between the plastic waveguide and the common port when the plastic waveguide is in the specified position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01P 5/08 - Coupling devices of the waveguide type for linking lines or devices of different kinds
  • H01P 1/161 - Auxiliary devices for mode conversion sustaining two independent orthogonal modes, e.g. orthomode transducer

17.

SET OF ELECTRIC TRACTION MACHINES FOR ELECTRIC OR HYBRID VEHICLES

      
Application Number FR2023050368
Publication Number 2023/214134
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-16
Publication Date 2023-11-09
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Patenotte, Paul
  • Renon, Denis

Abstract

The invention relates to a set of electric traction machines for electric or hybrid vehicles, these machines having a stator (30) fixed in an inner recess of a casing (6) formed with a casting that is closed on a rear axial side, all of the stators (30) having the same outer diameter and at least two different axial lengths providing a plurality of machine powers, all of the machines having the same casting for the casing (6), which casting has a standard inner recess that can accommodate the longest stators (30), each machine having, in front of the stator (30), a ring (28) for axially clamping the rear of this stator (30) to the bottom of the recess, the shape of this ring (28) being adapted to the length of the stator (30).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02K 5/04 - Casings or enclosures characterised by the shape, form or construction thereof
  • H02K 5/06 - Cast metal casings
  • H02K 5/20 - Casings or enclosures characterised by the shape, form or construction thereof with channels or ducts for flow of cooling medium

18.

BONNET SEAL SUPPORT FOR MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050444
Publication Number 2023/214137
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-28
Publication Date 2023-11-09
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Royer, Guillaume
  • Boudan, Julien
  • Peron, Rodolphe
  • Gourvennec, Thibault

Abstract

The invention relates to a bonnet seal support (1) having a platform (11) for the attachment of a bonnet seal, the support comprising a device (12) for attachment to a motor vehicle wing support, making it possible to form a recess between the wing support and the platform (11), relative to a vertical axis (Z). In addition, the bonnet seal support (1) comprises a fracture initiation system (15) configured to break the attachment device (12) if a force applied to the bonnet seal support (1) exceeds a predetermined nominal fracture strength.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60J 10/80 - Sealing arrangements specially adapted for opening panels, e.g. doors
  • B60R 21/34 - Protecting non-occupants of a vehicle, e.g. pedestrians

19.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING A VEHICLE DRIVER-ASSISTANCE SYSTEM ON THE BASIS OF THE DETECTION OF A ROAD SIGN AND A LANE CHANGE

      
Application Number FR2023050446
Publication Number 2023/214138
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-29
Publication Date 2023-11-09
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • El Hanbali, Hamza
  • Et-Thaqfy, Yassine

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a device for controlling a driver-assistance system, referred to as ADAS system, of a vehicle (10) travelling on a multi-lane road (111, 112, 113). To this end, a first piece of information about the detection of a road sign (11) is obtained. Data representative of road marking lines (100 to 103) are obtained and a polynomial representation of a reference line among the road marking lines (100 to 103) is determined on the basis of the data as the vehicle (10) moves. A second piece information representative of the detection of a change in the reference line is determined on the basis of a coefficient of the polynomial representation that is associated with the monomial of degree 0 of the polynomial representation. The ADAS system is controlled on the basis of the first and the second piece of information.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60W 30/18 - Propelling the vehicle
  • G06V 20/56 - Context or environment of the image exterior to a vehicle by using sensors mounted on the vehicle

20.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR DETECTING AN ENVIRONMENT OF A VEHICLE

      
Application Number EP2023055476
Publication Number 2023/208456
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-03
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Roeckl, Philipp

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for detecting an environment of a vehicle (1). The method comprises detecting (400) a visual field (100) with at least one vehicle camera (20) to generate a sequence of frames, and determining (500) at least one partial visual field (200) to cover at least one current projection field (300) of a projection device (60) of the vehicle (1). The method also comprises evaluating (600) the sequence of frames to identify objects in the environment within the visual field (100) by excluding the at least one determined partial visual field (200) in order to hide objects projected in the at least one projection field (300). The invention also relates to a device (10) for detecting an environment, and to a vehicle (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06V 10/25 - Determination of region of interest [ROI] or a volume of interest [VOI]
  • B60Q 1/26 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic
  • G06V 20/58 - Recognition of moving objects or obstacles, e.g. vehicles or pedestrians; Recognition of traffic objects, e.g. traffic signs, traffic lights or roads
  • G06V 20/56 - Context or environment of the image exterior to a vehicle by using sensors mounted on the vehicle

21.

ELECTRIC CHARGING ASSEMBLY FOR AN ELECTRIC MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050213
Publication Number 2023/209296
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-16
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Couto Da Costa, Antonio
  • Boucly, Bernard
  • Oustad, Dounia

Abstract

The invention relates to an electric charging assembly (1) for an electric motor vehicle, the charging assembly comprising an electrical switching device (14) and a secondary electrical switching member (15) which together allow the electric charging assembly (1) to be adapted to any type of charging point (2), and in particular those delivering a DC voltage lower than the DC voltage of the electric traction battery (12). To this end, the electrical switching device (14) and the secondary electrical switching member (15) define three different charging circuits allowing the electric traction battery (12) to be charged over a three-phase network via a DC voltage adapted to that of the electric traction battery (12) or via a DC voltage lower than that of the electric traction battery (12).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60L 50/52 - Electric propulsion with power supplied within the vehicle using propulsion power supplied by batteries or fuel cells characterised by DC-motors
  • B60L 53/10 - Methods of charging batteries, specially adapted for electric vehicles; Charging stations or on-board charging equipment therefor; Exchange of energy storage elements in electric vehicles characterised by the energy transfer between the charging station and the vehicle
  • B60L 53/14 - Conductive energy transfer

22.

RIBBED BATTERY COVER

      
Application Number FR2023050222
Publication Number 2023/209298
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-17
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Musement, Eric
  • Perron, Frederic
  • Ribbes, Bruno

Abstract

The invention relates to a device comprising: - a container (1) comprising a first edge (2) having a first surface (3) suitable for receiving a cover (4); - the cover (4), said cover comprising a second edge (5) having a second surface (6) facing the first surface (3); - a bead of glue (7) compressed between the first surface (3) and the second surface (6), and delimiting on one side a sealed internal space (8) with the container (1) and the cover (4), and on the other side an external space (9), this cover (4) further comprising a first rib (10) originating from the second surface (6), in the internal space (8), and comprising a first free end abutting against the first surface (3) so as to preserve a minimum thickness of the bead of glue (7), the cover (4) further comprising a second rib (11) originating from the second surface (6), in the internal space (8), between the bead of glue (7) and the first rib (10).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 10/42 - Methods or arrangements for servicing or maintenance of secondary cells or secondary half-cells
  • H01M 50/207 - Racks, modules or packs for multiple batteries or multiple cells characterised by their shape
  • H01M 50/233 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders characterised by physical properties of casings or racks, e.g. dimensions
  • H01M 50/249 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains
  • H01M 50/264 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders with fastening means, e.g. locks for cells or batteries, e.g. straps, tie rods or peripheral frames
  • H01M 50/271 - Lids or covers for the racks or secondary casings
  • H01M 50/291 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders characterised by spacing elements or positioning means within frames, racks or packs characterised by their shape

23.

MOTOR VEHICLE COMPRISING A GASKET BETWEEN A FLAP AND A FRONT OPENING

      
Application Number FR2023050310
Publication Number 2023/209299
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-08
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Peron, Rodolphe
  • Boudan, Julien
  • Videira, Filipe
  • Gourvennec, Thibault

Abstract

The invention relates to a motor vehicle comprising a front opening (14); a pivoting flap designed to close the front opening; a gasket (24) between the front opening and the pivoting flap; a plurality of bodies (16, 18, 20) including a first body and a second body adjacent to the first body; the front opening having a perimeter with a path to accept the gasket, this gasket-accepting path running alongside the first body and the second body; characterized in that the gasket-accepting path has a first portion secured to the first body and a second portion secured to the second body, the second portion being cut off from the first portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60J 10/80 - Sealing arrangements specially adapted for opening panels, e.g. doors

24.

BUMPER SKIN FOR THE REMOVAL OF LIQUID FOR USE ON A LAND VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050319
Publication Number 2023/209300
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-09
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Boudan, Julien
  • Royer, Guillaume
  • Peron, Rodolphe

Abstract

The invention relates to a bumper skin (PP) for a land vehicle having a sub-structure partially concealed by a screen (EA), which bumper skin comprises an inclined lower wall (PI) which comprises, on the one hand, a first edge (B1) extended by a sub-portion (SP) installed in an upright position beneath an at least partially upright region (Z) of a second edge (B2) of an end portion (PE) of this screen (EA) and, on the other hand, at an interface with the first edge (B1), at least one passage (PL) for the gravitational removal of liquid.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 13/07 - Water drainage or guide means not integral with roof structure
  • B62D 35/02 - Streamlining the undersurfaces

25.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING A DIGITAL REAR-VIEW SYSTEM OF A VEHICLE COMPRISING A DOUBLE-LEAF REAR DOOR

      
Application Number FR2023050392
Publication Number 2023/209304
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-20
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Claude, Emmanuel
  • Malti, Ikram
  • Jeune, Eric
  • D Angelo, Laurent

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a device for controlling a digital rear-view system of a vehicle (10). The vehicle (10) comprises a double-leaf rear door and the digital rear-view system comprises a camera (1010) arranged on a first door leaf and a display screen (22) arranged inside the vehicle (10). A first item of information representing opening of one leaf is received, which disables a rear-view display function. A second item of information representing a long press on a button (220) is received, causing the rear-view display function to be re-enabled. The display of the rear-view on the display screen (22) is controlled using data received from the camera (1010).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 1/00 - Optical viewing arrangements; Real-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
  • B60J 5/10 - Doors arranged at the vehicle rear
  • B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during drive; Arrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle
  • B60R 1/26 - Real-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles for viewing an area outside the vehicle, e.g. the exterior of the vehicle with a predetermined field of view to the rear of the vehicle

26.

METHOD FOR OPERATING A FLUID RESERVOIR SYSTEM, AND FLUID RESERVOIR SYSTEM WHICH CAN BE OPERATED USING SUCH A METHOD

      
Application Number EP2023054183
Publication Number 2023/208440
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-20
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Pticyn, Evgenij
  • Mueller, Bernhard
  • Klein, Benedikt
  • Dickgreber, Frank
  • Hrobarsch, Heiko

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for operating a fluid reservoir system (2) having at least one fluid tank (4), in which the fluid is stored under pressure; at least one valve unit (6) that is functionally paired with the fluid tank (4) and can be switched from an open functional position, in which fluid can flow through the valve unit (6), to a closed functional position, in which the fluid is blocked from flowing through the valve unit (6); at least one sensor means (20), by means of which an ACTUAL pressure of the fluid can be detected on the downstream side of the valve unit (6); and at least one control unit (22) that is functionally paired with the at least one sensor means (20), stores a TARGET pressure range on the downstream side of the valve unit (6) in the closed functional position, can be used to actuate at least the valve unit (6) so as to open and close, and is used to carry out a valve cleaning process at least when an ACTUAL pressure is detected lying outside of the TARGET pressure range in the closed functional positions of the valve unit (6), said valve unit (6) being converted from the closed functional position to the open functional position and back to the closed functional position during the cleaning process.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F15B 1/26 - Supply reservoir or sump assemblies
  • F15B 19/00 - Testing fluid-pressure actuator systems or apparatus, so far as not provided for elsewhere
  • F15B 20/00 - Safety arrangements for fluid actuator systems; Applications of safety devices in fluid actuator systems; Emergency measures for fluid actuator systems
  • F15B 21/041 - Removal or measurement of solid or liquid contamination, e.g. filtering
  • F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given
  • F15B 13/04 - Fluid distribution or supply devices characterised by their adaptation to the control of servomotors for use with a single servomotor
  • F15B 21/048 - Arrangements for compressed air preparation, e.g. comprising air driers, air condensers, filters, lubricators or pressure regulators
  • F17C 13/02 - Special adaptations of indicating, measuring, or monitoring equipment
  • F17C 13/12 - Arrangements or mounting of devices for preventing or minimising the effect of explosion

27.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PROJECTING OBJECTS

      
Application Number EP2023055477
Publication Number 2023/208457
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-03
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Roeckl, Philipp

Abstract

A method for projecting objects by means of a projection device (11) of a vehicle is specified, wherein the projection device (11) is designed to project a projection object within an adjustable projection field (200) that is at least partly detectable by a field of view (100) of a vehicle camera (20), and wherein the method comprises a determination of a target projection field for the purpose of setting the adjustable projection field (200) and adjusting the protection field (200) in accordance with the determined target projection field. Determining the target projection field comprises a detection (400) of at least one current operating parameter of the vehicle (1) and a determination (500) of a first target projection field that corresponds to at least one operating parameter and a verification (550) as to whether a residual field of view (300) of the vehicle camera (20) that remains free from the target projection field would satisfy a predefined sufficiency criterion for the detection of a surround by the vehicle camera (11). If the sufficiency criterion is not satisfied, then a second corrected target projection field is determined on the basis of the first target projection field and on the basis of the sufficiency criterion and this second corrected target projection field is used to set the projection field (200). A device (10) for projecting objects is also specified.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60K 35/00 - Arrangement or adaptations of instruments
  • B60W 40/00 - Estimation or calculation of driving parameters for road vehicle drive control systems not related to the control of a particular sub-unit
  • G02B 27/18 - Optical systems or apparatus not provided for by any of the groups , for optical projection, e.g. combination of mirror and condenser and objective
  • G03B 21/00 - Projectors or projection-type viewers; Accessories therefor
  • B60R 1/24 - Real-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles for viewing an area outside the vehicle, e.g. the exterior of the vehicle with a predetermined field of view in front of the vehicle

28.

METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A THERMODYNAMIC SYSTEM

      
Application Number FR2023050217
Publication Number 2023/209297
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-16
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Bou Nader, Wissam
  • Dumand, Clement

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for controlling a two-stage gas cycle thermodynamic system, the method successively comprising: - a step of activating an electric machine (EMG2) until a respective minimum engine speed is reached for each of the two turbochargers of the thermodynamic system; - a step of injecting and burning fuel in a combustion chamber (CC2) until the temperature at the inlet of a first turbine (T2) reaches a predetermined minimum temperature; - a step of increasing the temperature at the inlet of a second turbine (T1) and the inlet of a heat recovery unit (TR) until the electric machine (EMG2) switches to generator mode and the temperature at the outlet of the heat recovery unit (TR) increases in the direction of another combustion chamber (CC1) to at least one predetermined minimum temperature; - a step of injecting fuel into the other combustion chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F02C 6/00 - Plural gas-turbine plants; Combinations of gas-turbine plants with other apparatus; Adaptations of gas-turbine plants for special use
  • F02C 6/20 - Adaptations of gas-turbine plants for driving vehicles
  • F02C 7/10 - Heating air supply before combustion, e.g. by exhaust gases by means of regenerative heat-exchangers
  • F02C 7/143 - Cooling of plants of fluids in the plant of working fluid before or between the compressor stages

29.

SYSTEM FOR TESTING THE TIME TAKEN FOR THE LOW-BEAM HEADLIGHTS OF A MOTOR VEHICLE TO AUTOMATICALLY SWITCH ON AND OFF

      
Application Number FR2023050347
Publication Number 2023/209301
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-15
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Lapierre, Philippe
  • Pinto, Jean Gilles
  • Lanchais, Alain
  • Jeune, Eric
  • Rapeau, David

Abstract

System for testing the time taken for the low-beam headlights of a motor vehicle to automatically switch on and off.. The invention relates to a system (SYS) for testing the time taken for the low-beam headlights (BED, BEG) of a motor vehicle (VEH) to automatically switch on and off, comprising: a removable support (SUP) supporting at least one light source (LHA) facing the brightness sensor (CDL); a probe (SLX) of a light-intensity measurement device for measuring the light intensity perceived by the brightness sensor (CDL) of the vehicle (VHL); first and second light sensors (PDD, PDG) for detecting whether the lights are switched on or off; control means (MDP) for controlling the light intensity supplied by the light source (LHA) to control the illumination of the light source (LHA) and simulate variations in ambient brightness; and computing means (MDC) for calculating the time taken for the lights to switch from the "off" to the "on" state and vice versa, from respective determined thresholds which can be set.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01M 11/06 - Testing the alignment of vehicle headlight devices
  • B60Q 1/14 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to illuminate the way ahead or to illuminate other areas of way or environments the devices being headlights having dimming means
  • F21S 41/00 - Illuminating devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. headlamps
  • H05B 47/11 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the brightness or colour temperature of ambient light
  • G01N 21/958 - Inspecting transparent materials

30.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR DIGITALLY CONTROLLING THE DELIVERY OF AN OBJECT FROM A FIRST VEHICLE TO A SECOND VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050375
Publication Number 2023/209302
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-17
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Delporte, Denis Albert
  • Haroun, Amir
  • Bouchaud, Laurent
  • Barre, Laurent
  • Duverger, Pascal

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and device for digitally controlling the delivery of an object from a first vehicle to a second vehicle. The delivery of the object is secured by checking that the first and second vehicles are located next to each other, that the object is indeed the object to be delivered via the data contained in the radio tag associated with the object, that the second vehicle is indeed the one intended to receive the object to be delivered by identifying its number plate, and that a device used to identify the number plate and the operator carrying out the delivery are authenticated.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04L 67/52 - Network services specially adapted for the location of the user terminal
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • H04W 4/02 - Services making use of location information
  • H04W 4/40 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P]

31.

LIGHTING DEVICE WITH DOG-LEGGED LIGHT GUIDE(S)

      
Application Number FR2023050391
Publication Number 2023/209303
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-20
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Videira, Filipe

Abstract

A lighting device (DE) comprises N light guides (GL) each comprising a first portion (P1) that receives, through an end face (FE), photons generated by an associated source (S), and a second portion (P2) that comprises a front face (FV) through which photons issuing from this first portion (P1) exit, with N ≥ 1. The first portion (P1) of each light guide (GL) has at least one curvature defining a dogleg and constraining photons that enter through its end face (FE) to end up at the front face (FV) of the second portion (P2) after at least one internal reflection in this first portion (P1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F21S 43/237 - Light guides characterised by the shape of the light guide rod-shaped
  • F21S 43/245 - Light guides characterised by the emission area emitting light from one or more of its major surfaces
  • F21S 43/247 - Light guides with a single light source being coupled into the light guide
  • F21S 43/27 - Attachment thereof

32.

SUPPORT FOR A MEMBER, PROVIDING PROTECTION FROM ITS SURROUNDINGS

      
Application Number FR2023050215
Publication Number 2023/203286
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-16
Publication Date 2023-10-26
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Jeune, Christelle

Abstract

The invention relates to a support (1) for a member that extends through the support, the support (1) being U-shaped with two arms (3a, 3b) extending at least partially parallel and a base (2), the arms (3a, 3b) and the base (2) delimiting a receiving space therebetween. A first of the two arms (3a, 3b) has a fold (4) transverse to the arm, dividing the folded first arm (3a) into a first portion (5) extending from the base (2), parallel to the second arm (3b), and a second folded portion (6) extending from the first portion (5) to a distal end of the first arm (3a).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for; Arrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
  • B62D 21/15 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted having impact absorbing means, e.g. a frame designed to permanently or temporarily change shape or dimension upon impact with another body

33.

INCREASED-STRENGTH REAR CRADLE FOR A LAND VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050382
Publication Number 2023/203287
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-17
Publication Date 2023-10-26
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Tropee, Nicolas
  • Peru, Marc

Abstract

A rear cradle (BR) equips a land vehicle (VT) comprising a rear axle assembly with lateral arms and a rear drive machine (MM) having a transmission shaft (AT) coupled to the rear axle assembly. This rear cradle (BR) comprises two lateral parts (PLB) to which the rear drive machine (MM) and lateral arms are secured and each comprising passage (PA) for the transmission shaft (AT). Each lateral part (PLB) has, at least in a lower sub-part (SPI) delimiting a lower portion of the passage (PA), a box structure suitable for absorbing forces below a threshold that result from a rear impact experienced by the land vehicle (VT).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B62D 21/11 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted with resilient means for suspension
  • B62D 21/15 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted having impact absorbing means, e.g. a frame designed to permanently or temporarily change shape or dimension upon impact with another body
  • B60K 7/00 - Disposition of motor in, or adjacent to, traction wheel
  • B62D 25/08 - Front or rear portions

34.

MOTOR VEHICLE COMPRISING A SIDE MEMBER WITH A REINFORCING PART

      
Application Number FR2023050386
Publication Number 2023/203288
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-20
Publication Date 2023-10-26
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Tropee, Nicolas
  • Marcille, Sylvain

Abstract

The invention relates to a motor vehicle comprising a structure with at least one side member (14); the side member comprises an elongate body with a horizontal first section (18) and a second section (20) that is inclined relative to the first section, the body having a vertical lateral face (22) and a lower face (24); the structure further comprising a part (26) for reinforcing the side member, said reinforcing part comprising a first part (28) for reinforcing the attachment of the suspension system to the lower face (24) at the first section (18). The reinforcing part further comprises a second part (30) which extends along the second section (20) and which is attached to said second section (20).

IPC Classes  ?

35.

LIGHTWEIGHT HEAT-EXCHANGE DEVICE FOR A BATTERY OF A SYSTEM

      
Application Number FR2023050221
Publication Number 2023/198965
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-17
Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Augereau, Marie
  • Fourez, Alain
  • Dos Santos, Pascal
  • Colin, Pierre
  • Fouillen, Daniel

Abstract

Disclosed is a heat-exchange device (DE) fitted to a battery (BA) and including at least one conduit (CF) having an inlet suitable for being supplied with heat transfer fluid and an outlet suitable for discharging said heat transfer fluid once it has flowed through a sub-portion (SP). The sub-portion (SP) has first (F1) and second (F2) opposite faces located in first and second parallel planes, respectively, the sub-portion (SP) being embedded in an aluminium foam (MA), except on the first (F1) and second (F2) faces thereof, which are free therefrom.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 21/08 - Constructions of heat-exchange apparatus characterised by the selection of particular materials of metal
  • H01M 10/6554 - Rods or plates
  • H01M 10/6555 - Rods or plates arranged between the cells
  • H01M 10/6556 - Solid parts with flow channel passages or pipes for heat exchange
  • H01M 10/6557 - Solid parts with flow channel passages or pipes for heat exchange arranged between the cells

36.

HOOD INNER PANEL FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050306
Publication Number 2023/198969
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-08
Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Peron, Rodolphe
  • Gourvennec, Thibault

Abstract

The invention relates to a hood inner panel (1) having a rear region (11) that is modified to permit bending deformation in the event of a front impact with a pedestrian in order to reduce the impact on the hood. Therefore, the rear region (11) of the hood inner panel (1) is intended to break up the bonding track (12) that is generally present in order to form a plurality of bonding tracks (12) separated from one another by local deformation initiation portions (13) which, in the event of an impact, add bending flexibility to the rear region (11) for the benefit of the pedestrian.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 21/34 - Protecting non-occupants of a vehicle, e.g. pedestrians
  • B62D 25/10 - Bonnets or lids
  • B62D 25/12 - Parts or details thereof
  • B62D 27/02 - Connections between superstructure sub-units rigid

37.

HEADLIGHT FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE PROVIDED WITH A FRAME HAVING ANTI-VIBRATION SECURING ELEMENTS

      
Application Number FR2023050326
Publication Number 2023/198970
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-10
Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Videira, Filipe

Abstract

The invention relates to a headlight (100) for a motor vehicle, said headlight comprising a casing (101) forming its rear face which cooperates with a mirror (102) forming its front face, an illuminating device (103) mounted on a support fixed to the casing and, fixed to the support, a motor for modifying the position of the illuminating device, and a frame. The invention also relates to a motor vehicle comprising such a device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F21S 41/55 - Attachment thereof
  • F21S 41/657 - Illuminating devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. headlamps characterised by a variable light distribution by acting on light sources by moving light sources
  • F21S 45/10 - Protection of lighting devices
  • B60Q 1/00 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
  • F21S 41/19 - Attachment of light sources or lamp holders
  • F21S 41/50 - Illuminating devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. headlamps characterised by aesthetic components not otherwise provided for, e.g. decorative trim, partition walls or covers
  • F21S 45/00 - Arrangements within vehicle lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, for purposes other than emission or distribution of light

38.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING A UWB SENSING SYSTEM OF A VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050327
Publication Number 2023/198971
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-10
Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Mathey, Antonin
  • Malvy, Thomas

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for controlling an ultra-wideband (UWB) sensing system (2) on board a vehicle (6), the system comprising at least two pairs (PR1, PR2) of antennas, each pair being formed by two antennas (AT) respectively arranged at two opposite peripheral positions of the vehicle (6), the method comprising: a step of periodically activating each pair (PR1, PR2) of antennas during which period the two antennas (AT) of the pair operate simultaneously to exchange UWB signals (SG1) with the outside and transmit sensing signals representative of the exchanged UWB signals (SG1) to a processing module, the two pairs of antennas being activated for activation periods that alternate over time; and a step of activating the processing module to detect the potential presence of a UWB device (T1) from the sensing signals.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01S 13/02 - Systems using reflection of radio waves, e.g. primary radar systems; Analogous systems
  • G01S 13/87 - Combinations of radar systems, e.g. primary radar and secondary radar
  • G01S 13/76 - Systems using reradiation of radio waves, e.g. secondary radar systems; Analogous systems wherein pulse-type signals are transmitted
  • G01S 13/931 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications for anti-collision purposes of land vehicles

39.

ENERGY-ABSORPTION COMPONENT FOR A BUMPER ASSEMBLY, BUMPER ASSEMBLY, AND VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050419
Publication Number 2023/198973
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-24
Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Wang, Zi Ye
  • Wang, Hongri
  • Zhang, Xiaoming
  • Cao, Rui
  • Zhang, Yin

Abstract

The present invention relates to an energy-absorption component for a bumper assembly, to a bumper assembly and to a vehicle. The energy-absorption component (2) is configured to be arranged behind a bumper body (1) of the bumper assembly and provided with a retention channel (21) designed to retain a flexible pressure tube (3), so as to deform the pressure tube (3) in the event of an impact on the bumper body (1). The retention channel (21) comprises an intermediate section (211) extending in the transverse direction of the energy-absorption component (2) and a curved section (212) extending from one end of the intermediate section (211), a wall of the curved section (212) being provided with a plurality of notches configured to be arranged alternately on the two sides of the pressure tube (3) in the direction of extent of the retention channel (21).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 19/48 - Bumpers, i.e. impact receiving or absorbing members for protecting vehicles or fending off blows from other vehicles or objects combined with, or convertible into, other devices or objects, e.g. bumpers combined with road brushes, bumpers convertible into beds
  • B60R 21/0136 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents including means for detecting collisions, impending collisions or roll-over responsive to actual contact with an obstacle
  • B60R 19/18 - Means within the bumper to absorb impact

40.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR UPDATING SOFTWARE OF AN ONBOARD COMPUTER IN A VEHICLE, COMPRISING A RUNTIME MEMORY, A BACKUP MEMORY AND A CONTROL MEMORY

      
Application Number 18044744
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-08-02
First Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Lopez, Thierry
  • Rochette, Francois
  • Schmidt, Pierre
  • Georges, Emmanuel

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for updating software in a vehicle, comprising an executing memory (ME), a backup memory (MS) and a checking memory (MC), said method involving the steps of: issuing a request commanding the writing of at least one updated software block (B′, C′) into the checking memory (MC); issuing a request commanding the verification of the at least one updated software block (B′, C′) stored in the checking memory (MC); issuing a request commanding the copying of the plurality of blocks (A, B, C) from the executing memory (ME) to the backup memory (MS); issuing a request commanding the copying of the at least one updated software block (B′, C′) from the checking memory (MC) to the executing memory (ME); issuing a request commanding the verification of the integrity of the software blocks (A, B′, C′) in the executing memory (ME).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 8/65 - Updates
  • G06F 11/14 - Error detection or correction of the data by redundancy in operation, e.g. by using different operation sequences leading to the same result

41.

METHOD FOR DETECTING A BLOCKED CLOSED STATE OF AN INTERMEDIATE MEMBER FOR CUTTING OFF AN ELECTRIC CURRENT ARRANGED WITHIN AN ELECTRIC BATTERY OF A VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050211
Publication Number 2023/198964
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-16
Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Mizwicki, Eric
  • Viollin, Pierre-Mikael
  • Gille, Jerome

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for detecting a blocked closed state of an intermediate member (18) for cutting off an electric current arranged within an electric battery (2) of a vehicle, the method comprising the following steps: - a command to operate a reversible converter (6) which raises the voltage of the electric battery to a predetermined voltage setpoint value for a predetermined duration, and subsequently, for this duration: - measuring a voltage value (U1) across the terminals of the intermediate member for cutting off an electric current (18); subsequently - comparing the measured voltage value (U1) with a predetermined voltage value; subsequently - depending on the result of the comparison, determining a blocked closed state of the intermediate member (18) for cutting off an electric current.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 19/165 - Indicating that current or voltage is either above or below a predetermined value or within or outside a predetermined range of values
  • G01R 31/3835 - Arrangements for monitoring battery or accumulator variables, e.g. SoC involving only voltage measurements
  • G01R 31/396 - Acquisition or processing of data for testing or for monitoring individual cells or groups of cells within a battery
  • H01M 10/42 - Methods or arrangements for servicing or maintenance of secondary cells or secondary half-cells

42.

LOUDSPEAKER GRATING WITH DIRECTIONAL-SOUND FUNCTION

      
Application Number FR2023050302
Publication Number 2023/198967
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-07
Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner
  • PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
  • CENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUE (France)
  • UNIVERSITE DU MANS (France)
Inventor
  • Chamard, Jean Christophe
  • Melon, Manuel
  • Romero Garcia, Vicente
  • Groby, Jean-Philippe
  • Cavalieri, Théo

Abstract

The present invention relates to a grating (4) for a loudspeaker (6), comprising a wall (4.1) with a rear face (4.3) and front face (4.2), and provided with slots forming passages between the rear face and the front face, notable in that the wall comprises resonators opening onto a lateral face of at least one of the slots, so as to slow the propagation of soundwaves through said at least one slot. The invention also relates to a motor vehicle (2) comprising at least one loudspeaker and at least one loudspeaker grating positioned in front of the at least one loudspeaker, notable in that the at least one loudspeaker grating is in accordance with the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04R 1/02 - Casings; Cabinets; Mountings therein
  • H04R 1/34 - Arrangements for obtaining desired frequency or directional characteristics for obtaining desired directional characteristic only by using a single transducer with sound reflecting, diffracting, directing or guiding means

43.

Management of interference on a V2X channel, by disabling a function on a vehicle

      
Application Number 18253532
Grant Number 11792621
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-21
First Publication Date 2023-10-12
Grant Date 2023-10-17
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Ladhari, Fadi
  • Lin, Trista

Abstract

The invention relates to the management of interference related to the use of a single vehicle-to-everything short-range communication channel, referred to as a V2X channel, by a user terminal (UE) and by a land-based motor vehicle (Veh), by disabling a function of the V2X channel on the vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04W 4/40 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P]

44.

BRAKE DISC FOR A VEHICLE

      
Application Number EP2023054187
Publication Number 2023/193988
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-20
Publication Date 2023-10-12
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Bausch, Olaf
  • Ehrlich, Dirk

Abstract

The invention relates to a brake disc (2) for a vehicle, which can be rotated about an axis of rotation (4), comprising a main body (6) with at least one friction layer (8) which is subject to wear, is secured to the main body (6) and has a braking surface (10) on the side facing away from the main body (6), with which a braking means (12) comes into contact and contacts in a wear-generating manner, comprising a top element (14) which is secured to the main body (6) on the side of the main body (6) facing the axis of rotation (4) and via which the brake disc (2) can be rotationally fixed to a wheel hub of the vehicle, and comprising at least one magnet unit (16) having at least one magnetic means (18) via which magnetic or magnetisable brake abrasion dust (20), in particular from the friction layer (8) and/or from the braking means (12), can be magnetically attracted, wherein at least one of the at least one magnetic means (18) is secured to the top element (14) and/or wherein at least one of the at least one magnetic means (18) is secured to the main body (6).

IPC Classes  ?

45.

DEVICE FOR PROTECTING THE BATTERY CHARGER FOR ELECTRIC AND HYBRID VEHICLES

      
Application Number FR2023050299
Publication Number 2023/194668
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-06
Publication Date 2023-10-12
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Tropee, Nicolas
  • Peru, Marc

Abstract

The invention relates to a device for mechanically protecting the battery charger (1) and an associated high-voltage cable (2) equipping hybrid-drive motor vehicles against high-speed rear impacts, the charger (1) and its cable (2) being installed under the body and behind a crossmember of the wheelset by means of a support element (11, 12), characterized in that it comprises at least one block (13a, 13b) of deformable material which is intended to absorb the kinetic energy resulting from an impact and which is supported by the charger support element facing the crossmember.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60K 1/04 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units of the electric storage means for propulsion

46.

TESTING AN AUTOMATIC DRIVING CONTROL FUNCTION BY WAY OF SEMI-REAL TRAFFIC DATA

      
Application Number EP2023055038
Publication Number 2023/193996
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-28
Publication Date 2023-10-12
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Eberle, Ulrich
  • Thiem, Christoph
  • Weber, Nico

Abstract

The invention relates to a system (1) for testing an automatic driving control function of a test vehicle (3), having a sensor arrangement (5) for monitoring a road scene in a predefined geographical region, a simulation computing unit (7), and a real test vehicle (3) outside the predefined geographical region, wherein a simulation computing unit (7) carries out a traffic simulation over the geographical region with a virtual test vehicle and with virtual road users whose motion paths, at least outside a predefined area (11) around the virtual test vehicle, correspond to the recorded motion paths of the real road users (9) and, within the predefined area (11), deviate from the real motion paths through a virtual response to the virtual test vehicle (3).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 11/36 - Preventing errors by testing or debugging of software

47.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PARTITIONING A WIDENED AREA OF A TRAFFIC LANE BOUNDED BY TWO EDGES

      
Application Number 18022731
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-07-26
First Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Varnier, Matthieu
  • Giraud, David
  • Lahlou, Zoubida

Abstract

A method and a device are disclosed for partitioning a widened area of a limited traffic lane bounded by two edges, and through which a vehicle can be driven by a driver in an automated manner along a reference path, said vehicle comprising a lateral positioning aid with respect to the reference path. The method comprises detecting a lane split, determining a widened area (204), determining a plurality of reference paths, and partitions the widened area into a plurality of sub-areas according to the determined reference paths.

IPC Classes  ?

48.

STORAGE SPACE ARRANGEMENT FOR AN INTERIOR OF A VEHICLE, VEHICLE WITH THE STORAGE SPACE ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR USING A STORAGE SPACE ARRANGEMENT

      
Application Number EP2023052550
Publication Number 2023/186373
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-02
Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Trujillo Linke, Sandra

Abstract

The invention relates to a storage space arrangement (1) for an interior of a vehicle, having an interior structure (2), which comprises at least one side wall (4, 5, 6, 7) and a floor area (8), wherein the at least one side wall (4, 5, 6, 7) and the floor area (8) delimit a receiving space (9) at least in sections. The storage space arrangement (1) has a dividing device (10) for dividing the receiving space (9) into several receiving regions (11, 12, 13), wherein the dividing device (10) comprises at least a first separating element (14), which is arranged in the receiving space (9) at least in sections and separates and/or can separate a first receiving region (11) from at least a second receiving region (12), wherein the first separating element (14) is translationally movable for adjusting a size and/or a volume of the first receiving region (11) and the second receiving region (12) in the receiving space. The dividing device (10) comprises a functional component (17) associated with the first receiving region (11) and capable of assuming a plurality of positions (19, 24, 25), wherein the functional component (17) has a different function in each position (19, 24, 25).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space

49.

METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A VEHICLE COMPRISING A DEVICE FOR TESTING THE ISOLATION OF AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT

      
Application Number FR2023050121
Publication Number 2023/187270
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-31
Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Balenghien, Olivier
  • Bacholas, Pascal
  • De Croutte, Arnaud

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for controlling a vehicle, comprising:• - a control device able to carry out the method, • - an electrical circuit, • - a device (102) for testing the isolation of the electrical circuit, this electrical circuit comprising: • - a battery for storing electrical energy (BR1), • - at least two consumers (OD1, C1, CLI) able to be powered by the battery (BR1), the battery (BR1) comprising a first device able to electrically connect the battery to, and electrically isolate the battery from, the set of consumers (OD1, C1, CLI), and each of the consumers (OD1, C1, CLI) comprising a second device able to electrically connect the consumer to, and electrically isolate the consumer from, the battery (BR1) and the other consumers (OD1, C1, CLI), this method executing: • - a step of determining a value that represents the isolation resistance of the electrical circuit, • - a step of controlling the first device so as to isolate the battery (BR1) if the value is strictly less than a first threshold.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60L 1/00 - Supplying electric power to auxiliary equipment of electrically-propelled vehicles
  • B60L 3/00 - Electric devices on electrically-propelled vehicles for safety purposes; Monitoring operating variables, e.g. speed, deceleration or energy consumption
  • B60L 3/04 - Cutting-off the power supply under fault conditions
  • B60L 50/51 - Electric propulsion with power supplied within the vehicle using propulsion power supplied by batteries or fuel cells characterised by AC-motors
  • B60L 58/12 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries responding to state of charge [SoC]
  • B60L 58/20 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries of two or more battery modules having different nominal voltages
  • G01R 27/02 - Measuring real or complex resistance, reactance, impedance, or other two-pole characteristics derived therefrom, e.g. time constant
  • G01R 31/00 - Arrangements for testing electric properties; Arrangements for locating electric faults; Arrangements for electrical testing characterised by what is being tested not provided for elsewhere
  • G01R 31/3835 - Arrangements for monitoring battery or accumulator variables, e.g. SoC involving only voltage measurements
  • G01R 31/52 - Testing for short-circuits, leakage current or ground faults
  • B60W 20/50 - Control strategies for responding to system failures, e.g. for fault diagnosis, failsafe operation or limp mode
  • G01R 27/18 - Measuring resistance to earth

50.

MOTOR VEHICLE COMPRISING A BODY SHELL ELEMENT HAVING A SEALING DEVICE

      
Application Number FR2023050197
Publication Number 2023/187273
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-14
Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor De Souza, Claudio

Abstract

The invention relates to a motor vehicle (10) including: a body shell (11) that has a mounting surface having a mounting opening; an outer part (14) comprising a structuring partition; an assembly rod that passes through the mounting opening so as to assemble the outer part (14) and the body shell in a mounting direction; and a sealing device that sealingly engages with the mounting surface (12) around the mounting opening. The sealing device comprises a raised sealing portion that forms an abutment in the mounting direction which surrounds the assembly rod so as to form a seal between the body shell and the outer part (14) around the mounting opening. The raised sealing portion and the structuring partition are integrally formed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 19/24 - Arrangements for mounting bumpers on vehicles

51.

METHOD FOR CHARGING A BATTERY OF A DEVICE

      
Application Number FR2023050214
Publication Number 2023/187275
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-16
Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Seguin, Benoit
  • Balenghien, Olivier

Abstract

One aspect of the invention relates to a method (100) for charging a battery, the method comprising the steps of: determining (101) a first maximum charging current that a charging system can provide; determining (102) a second maximum current for charging the battery; determining (103) a third maximum current for supplying the battery and an electrical network; transmitting (104) a first current setpoint to the electrical charging system that is equal to the third current; charging (105) the battery by means of a current equal to the first charging current setpoint; determining (106) a fifth charging current at the terminals of the battery; if the fifth current is smaller than the second current, transmitting (107a) a second current setpoint that is higher than the first setpoint, charging (108) the battery by means of a current equal to the second setpoint.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
  • H02J 7/04 - Regulation of the charging current or voltage

52.

MONITORING OF CORRECT OPERATION OF A TRACTION BATTERY HEAT TRANSPORT CIRCUIT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

      
Application Number FR2023050063
Publication Number 2023/187268
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-18
Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Balenghien, Olivier
  • Pires, Ludovic

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for monitoring a temperature sensor able to be used in a heat transport circuit, whereby a temperature measured by said temperature sensor is recorded at a determined measurement frequency and temperature gradients obtained from the temperatures measured by the temperature sensor in a defined space of time are monitored by a controller in order to verify the plausibility of the temperature value measured by the temperature sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 3/10 - Thermometers giving results other than momentary value of temperature giving differentiated values in respect of time, e.g. reacting only to a quick change of temperature
  • G01K 1/022 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers for recording
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow
  • F01P 11/16 - Indicating devices; Other safety devices concerning coolant temperature
  • B60K 11/02 - Arrangement in connection with cooling of propulsion units with liquid cooling
  • B60K 1/00 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units

53.

HIGH-CONCENTRATION AMMONIA OXIDATION CATALYST

      
Application Number FR2023050102
Publication Number 2023/187269
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-26
Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner
  • PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
  • CENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUE (France)
  • UNIVERSITÉ CLAUDE BERNARD - LYON 1 (France)
Inventor
  • Pajot, Karine
  • Houille, Sebastien
  • Vernoux, Philippe

Abstract

The present invention relates to a catalyst for the oxidation of ammonia (108) in a gas stream (F), comprising: a porous support (S); an oxidation catalyst material (10) deposited on the porous support; characterised in that the oxidation catalyst material comprises yttria-stabilised zirconia, YSZ, and copper impregnated on said YSZ. The invention also relates to a method for treating exhaust gas from a motor vehicle comprising an ammonia combustion engine which operates with an air richness of 1 or less, the method comprising the use of a gas flow treatment system (102), the system comprising an upstream catalyst (104) comprising a catalyst material (106) deposited on the porous support and configured to store nitrogen oxides and/or ammonia, or decrease the nitrogen oxides in the gas stream, the ammonia oxidation catalyst according to the invention being arranged downstream of the upstream catalyst.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01J 23/83 - Catalysts comprising metals or metal oxides or hydroxides, not provided for in group of the iron group metals or copper combined with metals, oxides or hydroxides provided for in groups with rare earths or actinides
  • B01J 37/08 - Heat treatment
  • B01J 37/02 - Impregnation, coating or precipitation
  • B01J 29/072 - Iron group metals or copper
  • B01J 29/76 - Iron group metals or copper
  • B01J 21/04 - Alumina
  • B01D 53/94 - Chemical or biological purification of waste gases of engine exhaust gases by catalytic processes
  • F01N 3/28 - Construction of catalytic reactors
  • F02M 21/02 - Apparatus for supplying engines with non-liquid fuels, e.g. gaseous fuels stored in liquid form for gaseous fuels

54.

METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A DEVICE FOR COUPLING AND DECOUPLING AN ELECTRIC DRIVE MOTOR ON THE BASIS OF THERMAL CRITERIA

      
Application Number FR2023050131
Publication Number 2023/187271
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-01
Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Gaudichon, Ludovic
  • Habbani, Ridouane
  • Michaut, Simon

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for controlling a hybrid drive train (10) of a motor vehicle, comprising: - at least one motor member (11, 12) mounted on a first wheel assembly (14); - an electric drive motor (20) mounted on a second wheel assembly (21); - a battery (26); - a device (23) for coupling and decoupling the electric drive motor (20); and - a cooling circuit in which a coolant fluid flows. Said method comprises a step of controlling the device (23) selectively into a locked state or into an unlocked state on the basis of the following thermal criteria: - a temperature of the heat-transfer fluid; - a temperature of the battery; and - a capacity of the cooling circuit to maintain a target temperature of the heat-transfer fluid determined on the basis of an outside temperature and of a speed of the motor vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60K 6/387 - Actuated clutches, i.e. clutches engaged or disengaged by electric, hydraulic or mechanical actuating means
  • B60K 1/00 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units
  • B60K 6/448 - Electrical distribution type
  • B60W 10/02 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of driveline clutches
  • B60W 10/119 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of all-wheel-driveline-means, e.g. transfer gears or clutches for dividing torque between front and rear axles
  • B60W 10/26 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of energy storage means for electrical energy, e.g. batteries or capacitors
  • B60W 20/15 - Control strategies specially adapted for achieving a particular effect
  • B60W 20/40 - Controlling the engagement or disengagement of prime movers, e.g. for transition between prime movers
  • H02K 9/00 - Arrangements for cooling or ventilating
  • B60W 20/00 - Control systems specially adapted for hybrid vehicles
  • B60K 6/44 - Series-parallel type
  • B60K 6/48 - Parallel type
  • B60K 6/52 - Driving a plurality of drive axles, e.g. four-wheel drive
  • B60W 50/00 - CONJOINT CONTROL OF VEHICLE SUB-UNITS OF DIFFERENT TYPE OR DIFFERENT FUNCTION; CONTROL SYSTEMS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR HYBRID VEHICLES; ROAD VEHICLE DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR PURPOSES NOT RELATED TO THE CONTROL OF A PARTICULAR SUB-UNIT - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit
  • B60K 11/02 - Arrangement in connection with cooling of propulsion units with liquid cooling
  • H02K 9/19 - Arrangements for cooling or ventilating for machines with closed casing and closed-circuit cooling using a liquid cooling medium, e.g. oil

55.

AIR GUIDE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE COOLING DEVICE HAVING A ROUND FRONT UPPER EDGE FOR PEDESTRIAN IMPACT

      
Application Number FR2023050241
Publication Number 2023/187276
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-20
Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Rocha, David
  • Riviere, Claude
  • Goncalves, Filipe
  • Deshaies, David

Abstract

The invention relates to an air guide (110) for a cooling device (100) that is intended to be fixedly installed in the engine compartment of a motor vehicle between the front fascia and the cooling unit (10) of said vehicle, the air guide (110) comprising a hollow main body (111) having a substantially parallelepiped shape comprising a front face (112) bordered by a peripheral frame (113) extending therebehind, the front face (112) having at least one through-window formed in the lower portion thereof that is intended to face a controlled module (120) for regulating the incoming airflow; characterised in that the cross-section of the front upper edge (117) of the main body (111), connecting the front face (112) to the upper wall of the peripheral frame (113), has a rounded arc-shaped profile.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60K 11/08 - Air inlets for cooling; Shutters or blinds therefor
  • B60R 21/34 - Protecting non-occupants of a vehicle, e.g. pedestrians

56.

LIFTING SYSTEM FOR AUTONOMOUS TRANSPORT DEVICE

      
Application Number FR2023050345
Publication Number 2023/187278
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-14
Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Arnaud, Patrick
  • Duvernier, Frederic

Abstract

The invention relates to a lifting ram (1b) for a lifting system (2b) designed to be fitted to a transport device comprising an autonomous platform and a pod transported by the platform, the ram (1b) being designed to collaborate with a cup (3b) of the lifting system (2b), the ram (1b) comprising a functional head (4b) that can be inserted into the cup (3b). The functional head (4b) comprises interaction means (5b) allowing at least interaction between the functional head (4b) and the cup (3b), which interaction is distinct from the lifting, when the functional head (4b) is introduced into the cup (3b). The invention also relates to the cup (3b) comprising complementary means designed to engage with the interaction means (5b). The invention also relates to a lifting system (2b) comprising the ram (1b) and the cup (3b) and finally to a transport device equipped with the lifting system (2b).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B62D 24/00 - Connections between vehicle body and vehicle frame
  • B66F 3/36 - Load-engaging elements
  • B62D 27/06 - Connections between superstructure sub-units readily releasable
  • B62D 63/02 - Motor vehicles

57.

BRAKE DISC FOR A VEHICLE

      
Application Number EP2023052548
Publication Number 2023/179943
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-02
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Bausch, Olaf
  • Ehrlich, Dirk
  • Herold, Michael

Abstract

The invention relates to a brake disc (2) for a vehicle, which brake disc can be rotated about an axis of rotation (4) and comprises: at least one main body (6); at least one friction layer (8) which is subject to wear, is fixed to the main body (6), and has, on the side facing away from the main body (6), a braking surface (10) against which, when the vehicle is braked, a braking means bears in a contacting manner and so as to produce wear; at least one wear indicator (12) which is located on, at or in the friction layer (8), which is visually perceptible until the friction layer (8) reaches or falls below a critical friction layer thickness at which the friction layer is almost worn away, and which is worn away once the friction layer (8) reaches or falls below the critical friction layer thickness; and at least one position indicator (14) which is associated with a wear indicator (12), is located on the same radial through the axis of rotation (4) as the associated wear indicator (12), is positioned on the same side and surface of the brake disc (2) as the associated wear indicator (12) with respect to the axis of rotation (4), and is always visually perceptible irrespective of the wear of the friction layer (8).

IPC Classes  ?

58.

COATED BRAKE DISC FOR A VEHICLE, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A COATED BRAKE DISC FOR A VEHICLE

      
Application Number EP2023052551
Publication Number 2023/179944
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-02
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Ehrlich, Dirk
  • Bausch, Olaf
  • Herold, Michael

Abstract

The invention relates to a coated brake disc (2) for a vehicle, which brake disc can be rotated about an axis of rotation (4) and comprises: at least one main body (6); at least one friction layer (8) which is subject to wear, is fixed to the main body (6) as an additional coating, and has, on the side facing away from the main body (6), a braking surface (10) against which, when the vehicle is braked, a braking means bears in a contacting manner and so as to produce wear; and at least one wear indicator (12) which is located in the braking surface (10) of the friction layer (8), which can be visually perceived until the friction layer (8) reaches or falls below a critical friction layer thickness at which the friction layer is almost worn away, and which is worn away once the friction layer (8) reaches or falls below the critical friction layer thickness.

IPC Classes  ?

59.

METHOD FOR CHARGING A BATTERY OF A DEVICE

      
Application Number FR2023050119
Publication Number 2023/180638
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-31
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Balenghien, Olivier
  • Seguin, Benoit

Abstract

One aspect of the invention relates to a method (100) for charging a battery of a device, the method comprising the following steps: determining (101) a maximum battery charging power at a time t; determining (102) a useful power at time t; determining (103) a maximum battery charging power that the battery can take at a future time t+1; determining (104) a useful power at the future time t+1; determining (105) a power difference between the useful power at time t and the useful power at the future time t+1; activating (106) a system for heating the battery only if the power difference at time t is greater than the power consumed by the heating system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
  • H01M 10/60 - Heating or cooling; Temperature control

60.

SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A SUSPENSION ARM RIGIDLY ATTACHED TO A CRADLE

      
Application Number FR2023050189
Publication Number 2023/180640
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-13
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Courtois, Eric

Abstract

The invention relates to a suspension assembly comprising a cradle rigidly attached to the vehicle structure, a suspension arm (2) and a joint rigidly attached to the suspension arm (2), the joint comprising two attachment tabs (31) for rigidly attaching the suspension arm (2) to the cradle, at least one of said attachment tabs (31) comprising at least one toothing (33) bearing against a bearing surface of the cradle, the at least one toothing (33) being suitable for deforming the bearing surface of the cradle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60G 7/02 - Attaching arms to sprung part of vehicle
  • F16F 1/38 - Springs made of material having high internal friction with a sleeve of elastic material between a rigid outer sleeve and a rigid inner sleeve or pin

61.

VEHICLE DOOR UNIT, METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING THE UNIT, AND VEHICLE COMPRISING THE UNIT

      
Application Number FR2023050265
Publication Number 2023/180644
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-24
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Cao, Rui
  • Zhou, Ying
  • Zhang, Yu Cai
  • Yang, Ke Kai
  • Wang, Zi Ye
  • Zhou, Zhong Xiang

Abstract

The present invention relates to a vehicle door unit, to a method for assembling the unit, and to a vehicle comprising the unit. Said vehicle door unit comprises: an inner door panel, an outer door panel, and at least one reinforcement, one edge of said inner panel being connected to an edge of said outer panel, said outer panel being provided with a handle opening, and said at least one reinforcement being attached to said inner panel between said inner panel and said outer panel; and a handle unit attached to said inner panel and to said at least one reinforcement by means of a plate-shaped support, said support being configured to not be connected to said outer panel and being configured such that an outer end of said handle unit is flush with an outer side of said outer panel by passing through said handle opening.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60J 5/04 - Doors arranged at the vehicle sides
  • E05B 5/00 - Handles completely let into the surface of the wing

62.

DEVICE FOR MOUNTING A STRIKER OF A BONNET

      
Application Number FR2023050271
Publication Number 2023/180645
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-28
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Wang, Zi Ye
  • Cao, Rui
  • Xu, Mian Nick
  • Li, Bing

Abstract

The invention relates to a structure for mounting a striker of a bonnet, the striker comprising an engagement part and first and second legs supporting the engagement part, the engagement part being able to engage with or disengage from a bolt arranged on the vehicle body, the first and second legs respectively defining first and second attachment ends for attaching the striker to the inner side of the bonnet, wherein the first and second attachment ends are respectively arranged one behind the other in a spaced-apart manner in the longitudinal direction of the bonnet, and the first attachment end is closer to the outer side of the bonnet than the second attachment end.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05B 85/04 - Strikers
  • E05B 77/08 - Arrangements for protection of pedestrians
  • E05B 83/24 - Locks for luggage compartments, car boot lids or car bonnets for car bonnets

63.

AUTONOMOUS TRANSPORT DEVICE WITH PLATFORM AND ON-BOARD LIFTING SYSTEM

      
Application Number FR2023050389
Publication Number 2023/180662
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-20
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Arnaud, Patrick
  • Duvernier, Frederic

Abstract

The invention relates to an autonomous transport device (1) comprising an autonomous and terrestrial automotive platform (10), a capsule (20) comprising legs (21) that hold said capsule (20) above ground level so as to allow the platform (10) to move under the capsule (20) when this capsule is resting on the ground, the platform (10) and the capsule (20) being arranged in such a way that the capsule (20) can be held on the platform (10) in order to move it, notable in that the platform (10) comprises a means (11) of lifting the capsule (20) so as to lift the capsule (20) when the platform (10) is positioned under the capsule (20).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B62D 63/02 - Motor vehicles
  • B62D 24/00 - Connections between vehicle body and vehicle frame
  • B62D 33/077 - Superstructures for load-carrying vehicles characterised by the connection of the superstructure to the vehicle frame
  • B62D 27/06 - Connections between superstructure sub-units readily releasable
  • B66F 11/00 - Lifting devices specially adapted for particular uses not otherwise provided for

64.

FRAME FOR A VEHICLE SEAT

      
Application Number EP2023052552
Publication Number 2023/179945
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-02
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Risch, Peter
  • Dill, Thomas
  • Wolf, Christian
  • Enns, Victor

Abstract

A frame for a vehicle seat has a seat base (1) with two firmly interconnected and mutually spaced-apart side members (3) and a bow (9) interconnecting the side members and projecting over a front end of the side members (3). The bow (9) is produced from a pipe and is hollow over the most part of its length.

IPC Classes  ?

65.

PROJECTED DISPLAY DEVICE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE DASHBOARD

      
Application Number FR2023050181
Publication Number 2023/180639
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-10
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Bouveret, Thomas

Abstract

The invention relates to a display device for a motor vehicle comprising a graphics processor coupled to at least one projection screen (2) that is mounted on the dashboard (1) of the vehicle facing a reflective element (3), the reflective element (3) comprises a covering (31) for the dashboard (1), the invention being characterised in that the covering (31) comprises: - a support layer; - a layer of material; and - a layer of varnish to protect the layer of material, the varnish being transparent so as to allow the layer of material to be visible; the dashboard further comprising a semi-transparent layer that is intended both to reflect the image emitted by the at least one screen (2) and allow the layer of material to be visible, the semi-transparent layer being obtained by means of flash chrome plating.

IPC Classes  ?

66.

STRUCTURE FOR REINFORCING A REAR QUARTER PANEL REGION

      
Application Number FR2023050212
Publication Number 2023/180642
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-16
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Garcia, Marcelo
  • Munisamy, Manjunath
  • Nandi, Santosh
  • Panigrahy, Radhakrishna
  • Ramos, Felipe

Abstract

The invention relates to a reinforcing structure (1) that is located laterally on the outside of a rear quarter panel region (2) of a motor vehicle relative to the passenger compartment of the motor vehicle, the reinforcing structure (1) comprising: a rear wheelhouse (10); a rear quarter panel liner (11) which extends in line with the wheelhouse so as to form a liner that closes the rear quarter panel region (2); a pillar reinforcement (12) which extends in line with the wheelhouse; a reinforcing panel (13) which is rigidly attached to the rear quarter panel liner (11) and to the wheelhouse, the reinforcing panel (13) extending perpendicular to the rear quarter panel liner (11).

IPC Classes  ?

67.

HINGE COVER FOR A VEHICLE TAILGATE HINGE, BODYWORK STRUCTURES AND VEHICLES

      
Application Number FR2023050278
Publication Number 2023/180647
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-02
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Zhou, Ying
  • Zhang, Yucai
  • Wu, Yitao
  • Yan, Jing
  • Zhang, Yin

Abstract

The present invention proposes a hinge cover for a vehicle tailgate hinge. The hinge cover comprises a hinge cover body and a sealing lip provided at least in parts around the periphery of the cover body, the sealing lip being configured to be superimposed, at least in part, over the vehicle components adjacent to the hinge cover, such that there is no clearance between the hinge cover and the vehicle components that exposes a non-visible surface of the vehicle when the vehicle tailgate is open. The hinge cover for the vehicle tailgate hinge according to the present invention is able to provide good perceived quality and also good drainage performance.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60J 10/00 - Sealing arrangements
  • B60J 10/84 - Sealing arrangements specially adapted for opening panels, e.g. doors arranged on the vehicle body
  • B60R 13/04 - Ornamental or guard strips; Ornamental inscriptive devices
  • E05D 11/00 - Additional features or accessories of hinges

68.

AUTONOMOUS DRIVING METHOD AND DEVICE FOR A MOTORIZED LAND VEHICLE

      
Application Number 18041489
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-07-05
First Publication Date 2023-09-21
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Vivet, Luc
  • Touil, Lhassane

Abstract

The invention relates to an autonomous driving method for a motorized land vehicle, called an ego-vehicle 102, by adaptive speed regulation based on a target speed. The method is suitable for detecting a first target vehicle 104 and for calculating a relevance indicator for the first target vehicle 104, which is configured to characterize a probability of presence of the first target vehicle. Upon detection of a loss of detection of the first target vehicle 104 and if the relevance indicator is greater than a predetermined deselection value, the method calculates an autonomous driving setpoint using the information on the movement of the first vehicle target 104, the target speed and the speed of the ego-vehicle 102.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60W 30/14 - Cruise control
  • B60W 30/16 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle
  • B60W 40/105 - Speed
  • B60W 60/00 - Drive control systems specially adapted for autonomous road vehicles

69.

BATTERY TRANSPORT TRAILER AND COMBINATION USING SAME

      
Application Number EP2023051313
Publication Number 2023/174597
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-20
Publication Date 2023-09-21
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Singh, Tanuj
  • Lessmeister, Roland

Abstract

The invention relates to a battery transport trailer (1) for coupling to a towing vehicle (2), which battery transport trailer comprises a chassis (3) for carrying a battery block (4) and running wheels (12) which are attached to the chassis (3). The chassis (3) has a coupling for coupling to a towing vehicle (2), which coupling is rotationally fixed at least in the yaw direction. Each running wheel (12) is connected to the chassis (3) via at least one trailing axle (14).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60K 1/00 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units

70.

METHOD FOR HOLDING A SPACER PLATE BETWEEN TWO PERIPHERAL PLATES

      
Application Number FR2023050187
Publication Number 2023/175250
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-13
Publication Date 2023-09-21
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Dossi, Octave
  • Magnaud, Florian
  • Marques, Gabriel
  • Lety, Thomas
  • Simeant, Lorraine

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for holding a spacer plate between two peripheral plates. The method according to the invention comprises the following steps: a) placing an adhesive material (2) between a first peripheral plate (4) comprising a boss (10) and a spacer plate (6) comprising a passage; b) inserting the boss (10) into the passage of the spacer plate (6); c) placing a second peripheral plate (20) at the free end of the boss (10); d) forming a welding point (22) between the peripheral plates at the boss (10). The invention is characterised in that the adhesive material (2) comprises solid bodies (18) having a greater hardness than the spacer plate (6) and the peripheral plate (4), and the spacer plate (6) and the peripheral plate (4) are brought closer together so that the solid bodies (18) are pushed into the plates (4, 6).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16B 5/08 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of welds or the like
  • F16B 11/00 - Connecting constructional elements or machine parts by sticking or pressing them together, e.g. cold pressure welding

71.

METHOD FOR OPERATING A FUEL-CELL ELECTRIC VEHICLE, AND FUEL-CELL ELECTRIC VEHICLE

      
Application Number EP2023051065
Publication Number 2023/174594
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-18
Publication Date 2023-09-21
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Freimuth, Marcel
  • Lang, Marion

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for operating a fuel-cell electric vehicle (2) comprising at least one electrical energy store (4) in which electrical useful energy (6) which can be used to operate the electric vehicle (2) can be stored and output again between a minimum state of charge (8) which is not to be fallen below and a maximum state of charge (10) of the electrical energy store (4) which maximum state of charge is not to be exceeded, and charging the electrical energy store (4) is limited to a maximum charging state (12) which is below the maximum state of charge (10) by the amount of an ACTUAL charge reserve (14) to be maintained. The fuel-cell electric vehicle also comprises at least one fuel-cell system (18) which has a liquid-gas tank (20) storing hydrogen and which has at least one fuel cell (22) in which electrical energy can be generated via consumption, in particular via reverse electrolysis, of hydrogen and can be supplied at least to the electrical energy store (4). The fuel-cell system (18) is operated in a follow-up operation immediately after an energy-generating operation has ended. In the follow-up operation, excess electrical energy that has been generated is stored in the ACTUAL charge reserve (14) of the electrical energy store (4). The fuel-cell electric vehicle also comprises at least one control unit (32) which is functionally assigned an energy-store temperature sensor, a fuel-cell temperature sensor and an ambient temperature sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60L 53/30 - Constructional details of charging stations
  • B60L 58/12 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries responding to state of charge [SoC]
  • B60L 58/40 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for controlling a combination of batteries and fuel cells

72.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING A VEHICLE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL AS A FUNCTION OF THE ACQUISITION RANGE OF AN ON-BOARD CAMERA

      
Application Number FR2023050129
Publication Number 2023/170347
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-01
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • El Hanbali, Hamza
  • Et-Thaqfy, Yassine
  • Lahlou, Zoubida

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a device for controlling an ACC system of a first vehicle (10) that is following a second vehicle (11) at a distance above a determined threshold. A first model that predicts the speed and position of the first vehicle (10) as a function of time and a second model that predicts the position of the second vehicle (11) as a function of time are determined from dynamic data regarding the first vehicle (10) and regarding the second vehicle (11). These models make it possible to predict the distance between the vehicles (10, 11) when the first vehicle (10) reaches the speed of the second vehicle (11) in the event that it is the second vehicle that is selected as target vehicle for the ACC system. The predicted distance is compared against a threshold in order to determine whether or not the second vehicle (11) is to be selected.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60W 30/16 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle
  • B60W 40/105 - Speed
  • B60W 50/00 - CONJOINT CONTROL OF VEHICLE SUB-UNITS OF DIFFERENT TYPE OR DIFFERENT FUNCTION; CONTROL SYSTEMS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR HYBRID VEHICLES; ROAD VEHICLE DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR PURPOSES NOT RELATED TO THE CONTROL OF A PARTICULAR SUB-UNIT - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit
  • B60W 40/04 - Traffic conditions

73.

METHOD FOR MANAGING AN AUTONOMOUS DRIVING MODE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050144
Publication Number 2023/170350
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-02
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Et-Thaqfy, Yassine
  • El Hanbali, Hamza
  • Nid Bouhou, Soumia
  • Lahlou, Zoubida

Abstract

A method for managing at least one autonomous driving mode of a motor vehicle comprising an ADAS managing (400) a CSA function, said method consisting in computing (300) the deviation between the curvatures of upcoming curves based on first and second trajectories that are constructed (100, 200), respectively, based on data supplied by an E-Horizon system (15) and a camera (14) in said vehicle and, if the deviation is less than a determined threshold, in activating the CSA function.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 1/02 - Control of position or course in two dimensions
  • B60W 30/00 - Purposes of road vehicle drive control systems not related to the control of a particular sub-unit, e.g. of systems using conjoint control of vehicle sub-units

74.

THERMAL SUPERVISOR FOR AN ELECTRIC OR HYBRID VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050066
Publication Number 2023/170345
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-18
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Rouf, Hugo
  • Laurent, Sebastien

Abstract

The invention relates to a thermal supervisor (1) for an electric or hybrid vehicle, the thermal supervisor (1) being designed and arranged to thermally regulate a passenger compartment and operating elements of a powertrain of the vehicle: - a first unit (2) for controlling and regulating a first thermal system (3) using a heat transfer fluid as a thermal energy distribution medium and air as a thermal energy distribution medium; and - a second unit (4) for controlling and regulating a second thermal system (5) using a refrigerant as a thermal energy distribution medium.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60H 1/00 - Heating, cooling or ventilating devices
  • B60K 1/00 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units
  • B60K 11/02 - Arrangement in connection with cooling of propulsion units with liquid cooling

75.

METHOD FOR PROTECTING AN ON-BOARD CHARGER OF AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE AGAINST UNDERVOLTAGE WHEN RECHARGING THE TRACTION BATTERY

      
Application Number FR2023050067
Publication Number 2023/170346
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-18
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Balenghien, Olivier
  • Ripes, Benoit

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for protecting an on-board electric charger of an electric vehicle, comprising the following consecutive steps of triggering electrical recharging (E2) by the charger, during which an AC charging current is converted into a DC charging current; measuring (E3), continuously during recharging, a DC charging voltage (V1) output by the charger; comparing (E4) said DC charging voltage (V1) with a predetermined threshold of fixed value; and ordering the recharging to stop (E5) if said charging voltage (V1) is detected as being below the threshold for at least a predetermined period of time. The invention applies to electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles when recharging by plugging into an external charging station.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60L 53/16 - Connectors, e.g. plugs or sockets, specially adapted for charging electric vehicles
  • B60L 53/20 - Methods of charging batteries, specially adapted for electric vehicles; Charging stations or on-board charging equipment therefor; Exchange of energy storage elements in electric vehicles characterised by converters located in the vehicle

76.

DRIVING ASSISTANCE FOR A VEHICLE BY DETECTING THE PERTINENCE OF SIGNS

      
Application Number FR2023050142
Publication Number 2023/170348
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-02
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Grau, Thomas
  • Mahtout, Imane
  • Etcheverry, Celine
  • Braconnier, Jean-Baptiste

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for driving assistance for a motor vehicle. Upon receiving (200) data representing a forward driving situation of the motor vehicle, a stop sign or give way sign is detected (201), a road lane edge is determined (202) and a distance between a beginning or end of the road lane edge and the sign is estimated (203). Predetermined pertinence rules are then applied (204) in order to determine (205) whether or not the stop or give way sign is pertinent for the motor vehicle. If the sign is pertinent, a driving assistance instruction is generated (206) and transmitted (207) to a vehicle control module.

IPC Classes  ?

77.

METHOD FOR SELECTING A MOVING OBJECT FOR IMPLEMENTING AN ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTION FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050143
Publication Number 2023/170349
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-02
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • El Hanbali, Hamza
  • Et-Thaqfy, Yassine
  • Lahlou, Zoubida

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for implementing the ACC function of a transport vehicle, the method consisting in: - detecting (100) objects driving in the same lane as the transport vehicle, and/or in one of the lanes or both lanes adjacent to the lane of the transport vehicle, in the same direction of travel as the transport vehicle; - for an object detected in the lane of the transport vehicle, calculating (200) the probability of the object performing a lane change to the left or to the right; - for an object detected in the adjacent lane to the left and/or to the right, calculating the probability of the object performing a lane change to the right (300) or to the left (400); - taking into account (500) the result of each of the probability equations to select an object or to deselect an object.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60W 30/16 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle

78.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MANAGING A FUNCTIONALITY PROVIDED BY A DRIVER ASSISTANCE APPARATUS OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050166
Publication Number 2023/170351
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-07
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Aboulissane, Badreddine
  • Rey, Alexis
  • Touil, Lhassane
  • Vivet, Luc

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for managing a functionality provided by a driver assistance apparatus of a motor vehicle travelling on a track comprising a plurality of traffic lanes, to a system implementing such a method as well as to a motor vehicle comprising such a system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06V 20/58 - Recognition of moving objects or obstacles, e.g. vehicles or pedestrians; Recognition of traffic objects, e.g. traffic signs, traffic lights or roads
  • G06V 20/56 - Context or environment of the image exterior to a vehicle by using sensors mounted on the vehicle
  • B60W 30/00 - Purposes of road vehicle drive control systems not related to the control of a particular sub-unit, e.g. of systems using conjoint control of vehicle sub-units

79.

SEALING ELEMENT FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE HEAT EXCHANGER

      
Application Number FR2023050174
Publication Number 2023/170352
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-08
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Boudan, Julien
  • Royer, Guillaume
  • Peron, Rodolphe

Abstract

The invention relates to a sealing element for a motor vehicle. The sealing element has a wall (41) forming a frame, the wall (41) having a sealing edge (42) and a mounting notch (43) in the sealing edge (42), the mounting notch (43) comprising an inlet (45) and a bottom (44) opposite the inlet (45). The sealing edge (43) comprises at least one closing shutter (50) between an open configuration at least partially opening the inlet (45); and a crossing configuration in which the at least one shutter (50) crosses the mounting notch (43) along the inlet (45) at a distance from the bottom (44) so as to partially block the mounting notch (43). The invention further relates to a motor vehicle with a sealing element and an assembly method for the vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 19/48 - Bumpers, i.e. impact receiving or absorbing members for protecting vehicles or fending off blows from other vehicles or objects combined with, or convertible into, other devices or objects, e.g. bumpers combined with road brushes, bumpers convertible into beds
  • B60R 19/52 - Radiator or grille guards
  • B60K 11/08 - Air inlets for cooling; Shutters or blinds therefor

80.

ENERGY MANAGEMENT METHOD FOR AN AUXILIARY POWER OUTLET IN A STATIONARY MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050064
Publication Number 2023/166254
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-18
Publication Date 2023-09-07
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Botchon, Yannick

Abstract

The method is implemented in a vehicle in which the vehicle on-board electrical system comprises a low-voltage electrical store and an auxiliary outlet (PA) connected thereto. The method comprises, with the vehicle being stationary, dynamically determining an authorized usage duration (DAmax_PA) of the store for supplying power to a consumer connected to the auxiliary outlet, the authorized usage duration being determined on the basis of at least one detected life situation of the vehicle that affects an energy state of the electrical system, and a decision to authorize or not authorize (E12V_PA, DM_eVCU) a power supply from the electrical system to the consumer connected to the auxiliary outlet that is made on the basis of the authorized usage duration.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 16/03 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for; Arrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems
  • B60L 58/10 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries
  • B60L 58/12 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries responding to state of charge [SoC]
  • B60L 58/13 - Maintaining the SoC within a determined range
  • B60L 58/14 - Preventing excessive discharging
  • B60L 58/16 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries responding to battery ageing, e.g. to the number of charging cycles or the state of health [SoH]
  • B60R 16/033 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for; Arrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems characterised by the use of electrical cells or batteries
  • B60L 1/00 - Supplying electric power to auxiliary equipment of electrically-propelled vehicles
  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries

81.

CONNECTING DEVICE FOR CONNECTING A HATCHBACK-VEHICLE HATCH FRAME TO A PARCEL-SHELF/LOAD COVER

      
Application Number FR2023050254
Publication Number 2023/166257
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-23
Publication Date 2023-09-07
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Sun, Ning
  • Ma, Jun Xue
  • Zhang, Yin
  • Li, Zhi Fan

Abstract

The present invention relates to a connecting device for connecting a hatchback-vehicle frame to a parcel-shelf/load cover. Said connecting device comprises: a first connecting assembly comprising a first fixing support and a first connecting element. Said first fixing support is configured to be fixed to said hatch frame (1) and to extend towards one end of said parcel-shelf/load cover (2) in the direction of the axis Y, said first connecting element being fixed to said first fixing support; and a second connecting assembly comprising a second fixing support and a second connecting element, wherein said second fixing support is configured to be fixed to said parcel-shelf/load cover (2) in a manner adjacent to the end in the direction of the axis Y, and said second connecting element is fixed to said second fixing support and designed to be connected removably to said first connecting element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 5/04 - Compartments within vehicle body primarily intended or sufficiently spacious for trunks, suit-cases, or the like arranged at rear of vehicle

82.

METHOD FOR LIMITING SLIP ACCORDING TO A GEAR RATIO DURING A START-UP PHASE OF A COMBUSTION ENGINE OF A HYBRID POWERTRAIN

      
Application Number FR2023050069
Publication Number 2023/166255
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-18
Publication Date 2023-09-07
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Habbani, Ridouane
  • Rocq, Gaetan

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for controlling a hybrid powertrain (10) of a motor vehicle, the method comprising, in the event of a request to start up the combustion engine (11) and couple it to the wheels of the motor vehicle, a step of slipping the clutch (K1, K2) for changing the gear ratio, the method further comprising a step of adapting a speed difference between a speed of the input shaft (13.1) of the gearbox (13) and a speed of the rotary electric machine (12) according to an engaged gear ratio.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60K 6/387 - Actuated clutches, i.e. clutches engaged or disengaged by electric, hydraulic or mechanical actuating means
  • B60K 6/48 - Parallel type
  • B60K 6/547 - Transmission for changing ratio the transmission being a stepped gearing
  • B60W 10/02 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of driveline clutches
  • B60W 20/30 - Control strategies involving selection of transmission gear ratio
  • B60W 10/113 - Stepped gearings  with two input flow paths, e.g. double clutch transmission selection of one of the torque flow paths by the corresponding input clutch
  • B60W 20/40 - Controlling the engagement or disengagement of prime movers, e.g. for transition between prime movers
  • B60W 10/06 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of propulsion units including control of combustion engines
  • B60W 10/08 - Conjoint control of vehicle sub-units of different type or different function including control of propulsion units including control of electric propulsion units, e.g. motors or generators

83.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING THE SELECTION OF A TARGET VEHICLE FOR AN ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM OF A VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050054
Publication Number 2023/161571
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-16
Publication Date 2023-08-31
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Lahlou, Zoubida
  • El Hanbali, Hamza
  • Et-Thaqfy, Yassine

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and device for controlling the selection of a target vehicle for an adaptive cruise control ACC system of a vehicle (10). To this end, the crossing of a virtual line (2000) is detected. A counter is triggered on detection. The lateral speed of the vehicle (10), its heading (21), a difference between a first distance (between a front wheel of the vehicle 10 and a dividing line (1000)) and a second distance (between a rear wheel of the vehicle 10 and the line (1000)) and the counter are compared with threshold values in order to determine whether the target vehicle to be selected by the ACC system corresponds to a first vehicle (11) travelling in a first traffic lane (101) or a second vehicle (12) travelling in a second traffic lane (102).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60W 30/16 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle
  • B60W 30/18 - Propelling the vehicle
  • B60W 40/04 - Traffic conditions

84.

OPTIMIZED STOP PIECE FOR A REAR PANEL OF A VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050080
Publication Number 2023/161572
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-20
Publication Date 2023-08-31
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Oussaada, Abdelkrim

Abstract

A stop piece (PB) comprises a wall (PA) having a main part (PP) with an upper face (FS) defining a stop for a trunk lid of a vehicle and an upper peripheral edge (BPS) continuing this main part (PP) and rigidly connected to a rear panel (PR) of the vehicle. This main part (PP) comprises a lower sub-part (SPI) situated below its upper face (FS), extending as far as the rear panel (PR) and continued by at least one lower extension (EI) able to bear on and be rigidly connected to the rear panel (PR).

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 5/02 - Braking devices, e.g. checks; Stops; Buffers specially for preventing the slamming of wings

85.

STATION FOR MANAGING THE CHARGE OF MOTOR VEHICLE BATTERIES

      
Application Number FR2023050201
Publication Number 2023/161573
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-15
Publication Date 2023-08-31
Owner
  • PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
  • EP TENDER (France)
Inventor
  • Jaine, Thierry
  • Houille, Sebastien
  • Petit, Benjamin
  • Segard, Jean-Baptiste
  • Basset, Hugo

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for managing disconnections of motor vehicle batteries from a charging and/or recharging pool of said batteries (1) comprising at least two separate charging and/or recharging lines for said batteries (1), the batteries in the line being electrically connected in series, the method comprising a step of determining the level of charge for each battery (1) in the recharging pool, a step of classifying the batteries (1) according to their level of charge, a step of selecting a battery (1) having a maximum level of charge from among the batteries (1) located at the end of each recharging line in series in order to be disconnected and removed, and a step of disconnecting and removing the battery (1) selected in the selection step.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60L 53/80 - Exchanging energy storage elements, e.g. removable batteries
  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
  • B60L 53/30 - Constructional details of charging stations
  • B60L 53/62 - Monitoring or controlling charging stations in response to charging parameters, e.g. current, voltage or electrical charge
  • B60L 58/12 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries responding to state of charge [SoC]

86.

METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE POWERED BY AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE, AND ENGINE CONTROL OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number EP2022085872
Publication Number 2023/160858
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-14
Publication Date 2023-08-31
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Heyne, Christoph
  • Zydek, Simon
  • Cole, Tim
  • Betz, Kevin

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for controlling the exhaust gas temperature for a motor vehicle by means of a controller (2) which is incorporated in an engine control system of the motor vehicle and which comprises an inner control loop (4) for controlling a modelled ACTUAL exhaust gas temperature of an exhaust gas of an internal combustion engine and comprises an outer control loop (6) for controlling a modelled and real ACTUAL component temperature of a component that absorbs or dissipates the exhaust gas heat, wherein, when the modelled and/or real ACTUAL component temperature is detected to have reached or exceeded a stored maximum component temperature, a) the detected modelled ACTUAL exhaust gas temperature is lowered by the inner control loop (4) to a modelled TARGET exhaust gas temperature, at which the modelled ACTUAL component temperature is below the stored maximum component temperature, by reducing a modelled ACTUAL engine load of the engine to a modelled TARGET engine load of the engine and/or by increasing a modelled ACTUAL combustion air ratio to a modelled TARGET combustion air ratio; and b) a real ACTUAL engine load of the engine is adjusted to the modelled TARGET engine load of the engine, and a real ACTUAL combustion air ratio of the engine is adjusted to the modelled TARGET combustion air ratio of the engine by the engine control system by actuating the engine and/or a treatment component functionally assigned to the engine.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F02D 41/14 - Introducing closed-loop corrections

87.

METHOD FOR COMPUTING THREE-DIMENSIONAL SURFACES FOR A VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH A DRIVER-ASSISTANCE SYSTEM

      
Application Number FR2023050037
Publication Number 2023/161568
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-11
Publication Date 2023-08-31
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Elkabir, Taoufik
  • Hadouni, Doha
  • Mouktadibillah, Rabia

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for computing three-dimensional surfaces for a vehicle equipped with a driver-assistance system, this method comprising - at least one operation (110) of acquiring an initial image, this initial image corresponding to a scene in which at least one surface features, - an operation (220) of inverting the bidirectional reflectance distribution function, - an operation (230) of extracting gradients from a surface representative of said surface based on geometric data thereof, - an operation (240) consisting in computing a depth map of said surface via integration of the gradients of the surface representative of said surface. The invention also relates to a vehicle equipped with a driver-assistance system, to a system for acquiring images and to control means configured to implement at least certain operations of this method.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 7/55 - Depth or shape recovery from multiple images

88.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR COMMUNICATING DATA BY SELECTING AT LEAST ONE RADAR FROM A PLURALITY OF RADARS OF A VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050045
Publication Number 2023/161569
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-12
Publication Date 2023-08-31
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Bensator, Saleh
  • Point, Guillaume

Abstract

The present invention relates to a communication method and a device for a communication method implemented by a first vehicle carrying a millimetre-wave radar system comprising one or more radars (101 to 104). To this end, at least one event associated with the first vehicle travelling in a road environment (1) is detected. One or more radars of the radar system of the first vehicle (10) are selected depending on the detected traffic event(s). The first vehicle (10) then initiates the transmission of data to one or more second vehicles (11, 12, 13) via the selected radar(s) in a vehicle-to-vehicle communication mode, referred to as V2V.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01S 7/00 - RADIO DIRECTION-FINDING; RADIO NAVIGATION; DETERMINING DISTANCE OR VELOCITY BY USE OF RADIO WAVES; LOCATING OR PRESENCE-DETECTING BY USE OF THE REFLECTION OR RERADIATION OF RADIO WAVES; ANALOGOUS ARRANGEMENTS USING OTHER WAVES - Details of systems according to groups , ,
  • H04W 4/46 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P] for vehicle-to-vehicle communication [V2V]
  • G01S 13/931 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications for anti-collision purposes of land vehicles

89.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING THE SPEED OF AN AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050051
Publication Number 2023/161570
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-16
Publication Date 2023-08-31
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Vivet, Luc

Abstract

The invention relates to a method and a device for controlling the speed of an autonomous vehicle, which vehicle is referred to as an ego vehicle, approaching a target vehicle, the ego vehicle having adaptive cruise control, the method comprising the steps of: - acquiring (201) a potential acceleration; - acquiring (202) an instantaneous acceleration, at a given time t, of the ego vehicle; - determining (203) a jerk representing a change in acceleration, on the basis of the potential acceleration, on the instantaneous acceleration and a strictly negative predetermined initial jerk; - determining a corrected potential acceleration on the basis of the jerk, the jerk limiting the change in potential acceleration; - regulating the speed of the ego vehicle by the adaptive cruise control on the basis of the corrected potential acceleration.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60W 30/16 - Control of distance between vehicles, e.g. keeping a distance to preceding vehicle
  • B60W 30/18 - Propelling the vehicle

90.

METHOD FOR DIAGNOSING A DISCONNECTION FAULT IN A BACK-UP ELECTRICAL STORE IN AN ON-BOARD ELECTRICAL NETWORK OF AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2022052365
Publication Number 2023/156718
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-15
Publication Date 2023-08-24
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Botchon, Yannick

Abstract

The invention relates to a method implemented in an on-board network of an electric vehicle, comprising a main store, a back-up store (BS_BT) and a switchable device (SW_BT) providing electrical coupling/decoupling between first and second connection terminals (P1, P2), which are assigned to the back-up store and to the main store, respectively. In accordance with the invention, the method comprises the steps of: A) carrying out (F1, F2) a plurality of voltage measurements (TBS) at the first terminal over a plurality of runs of the vehicle during phases in which the terminals are decoupled; B) for each such measurement, detecting (F3) a voltage fault (DF_T) on the first terminal by comparing the measurement with a voltage threshold; and C) making the decision (F4) to issue a diagnosis of a disconnection fault (DF_CS) for the back-up store by comparing a counted number of voltage faults with a decision-making threshold.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 31/36 - Arrangements for testing, measuring or monitoring the electrical condition of accumulators or electric batteries, e.g. capacity or state of charge [SoC]
  • G01R 31/50 - Testing of electric apparatus, lines, cables or components for short-circuits, continuity, leakage current or incorrect line connections
  • G01R 31/00 - Arrangements for testing electric properties; Arrangements for locating electric faults; Arrangements for electrical testing characterised by what is being tested not provided for elsewhere
  • G01R 19/165 - Indicating that current or voltage is either above or below a predetermined value or within or outside a predetermined range of values

91.

BUMPER FRAMEWORK OPTIMIZED FOR IMPROVED PEDESTRIAN IMPACT

      
Application Number FR2023050040
Publication Number 2023/156720
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-11
Publication Date 2023-08-24
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Peron, Rodolphe
  • Boudan, Julien
  • Royer, Guillaume

Abstract

The invention relates to a framework (1) for supporting a front end bumper and which is designed to support, when fixed to the front end, a bumper reinforcement, the framework (1) comprising a transverse part (4) designed to extend in a transverse direction, the framework (1) comprising at least one strut (6) extending from the transverse part (4) towards an end (7) suitable for fixing the reinforcement to the framework (1) in a controlled-failure manner. The framework (1) comprises at least one absorbing element (10) projecting from said transverse part (4), each absorbing element (10) being designed to absorb, when the framework (1) is mounted on the front end, some of the energy of a front-end impact experienced by the front end by deforming so as to limit the extent to which at least part of the reinforcement fixed to the framework (1) is pushed back into the front end under the effect of the front-end impact.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 19/12 - Bumpers, i.e. impact receiving or absorbing members for protecting vehicles or fending off blows from other vehicles or objects formed from more than one section vertically spaced
  • B60R 19/18 - Means within the bumper to absorb impact
  • B60R 21/34 - Protecting non-occupants of a vehicle, e.g. pedestrians

92.

RETAINING APPARATUS FOR RETAINING A PYROTECHNIC TRIGGERING UNIT OF A SEAT-BELT PRETENSIONER

      
Application Number EP2023050525
Publication Number 2023/156086
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-11
Publication Date 2023-08-24
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Jenny, Thomas
  • Maier, Jürgen

Abstract

The invention relates to a functional arrangement (30) which can be used flexibly, in particular for low vehicle-seat-block heights, and comprises a retaining apparatus (1) for retaining a pyrotechnic triggering unit (16) of a seat-belt pretensioner (15) on a seat substructure (50) of a vehicle seat, and also a seat-belt pretensioner (15). The retaining apparatus (1) can be arranged so as to be movable along a first seat rail (54) of a seat-rail pair of the seat substructure (50). The retaining apparatus (1) has a carrier device (2) with at least one supporting region (4) for supporting and/or bearing the triggering unit (16), and also has at least one fastening interface for fastening the triggering unit (16) on the at least one supporting region (4). The arrangement (30) can be slid and/or displaced along the seat-rail pair together with a seat frame (51) of the seat substructure (50), wherein the carrier device (2) with the triggering unit (16) arranged thereon is arranged in front of the seat frame (51), as seen in the sitting direction, and in a sitting region (28) of the vehicle seat.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 22/195 - Anchoring devices with means to tension the belt in an emergency
  • B60N 2/16 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable height-adjustable
  • B60R 22/26 - Anchoring devices secured to the seat

93.

OPTIMISED MANAGEMENT OF AN ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY UNIT WITH TWO SERVICE BATTERIES IN A SYSTEM

      
Application Number FR2022052366
Publication Number 2023/156719
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-15
Publication Date 2023-08-24
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Botchon, Yannick

Abstract

The invention relates to a management method implemented in a system comprising a vehicle electrical system supplied with electrical energy by a power supply unit comprising an electrical energy generator and first and second rechargeable service batteries. This method comprises a step (10-60) in which operating constraints of the second service battery are determined as a function of a temperature of the first service battery, and then a voltage setpoint suitable for inducing a selected target voltage at the terminals of the first service battery is determined for the electrical energy generator as a function of a first voltage measured at the terminals of the first service battery, of this temperature and of these determined operating constraints.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 16/033 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for; Arrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems characterised by the use of electrical cells or batteries
  • B60R 16/04 - Arrangement of batteries
  • H02J 7/14 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries for charging batteries from dynamo-electric generators driven at varying speed, e.g. on vehicle
  • B60L 58/24 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries for controlling the temperature of batteries
  • B60L 58/18 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries of two or more battery modules
  • B60L 58/10 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries
  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries

94.

LEAKAGE CURRENT MONITORING DURING MODE 4 CHARGING OF A VEHICLE BATTERY

      
Application Number FR2022052368
Publication Number 2023/152428
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-15
Publication Date 2023-08-17
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Balenghien, Olivier
  • De Croutte, Arnaud
  • Morel, Alexandre
  • Potier, Marc

Abstract

The invention relates to a monitoring method implemented in a vehicle comprising a rechargeable main battery and coupled to a charging connector able to be temporarily coupled to a power source to receive a charging current having an indicated information value and which must supply the main battery during mode 4 charging. This method comprises a step (10-30) in which, during mode 4 charging, a deviation value representative of a difference between this information value and a measurement of a current flowing between the terminals of the main battery is compared with a chosen threshold and, when this deviation value is greater than the threshold, the power source is instructed to stop supplying the charging current.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02H 3/16 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to fault current to earth, frame or mass
  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
  • B60L 3/04 - Cutting-off the power supply under fault conditions
  • B60L 53/14 - Conductive energy transfer

95.

SYSTEM FOR ATTACHING BATTERIES OF DIFFERENT HEIGHTS, VEHICLE AND METHOD BASED ON SUCH A SYSTEM

      
Application Number FR2022052370
Publication Number 2023/152429
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-15
Publication Date 2023-08-17
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • El Akraa, Mohamed Chafik
  • Sabil, Houssam
  • Erroubi, Kanza

Abstract

The invention relates to a system for attaching batteries (B1, B2) of different heights to a motor vehicle chassis (C). The system comprises: - two tabs (P) welded to the chassis (C), for flanking and holding the battery (B1, B2) laterally, on a rear face and from below, - a metal strap (S) for flanking and holding the battery (B1, B2) laterally, on a front face and from above, wherein the metal strap (S) includes two lateral attachment structures (SD, SG), and an upper attachment structure (SS), to be attached above the lateral structures (SD, SG), and wherein the attachment system comprises different attachment heights (H1, H2) for the attachment structures (SS). The invention also relates to a chassis, a vehicle and a method based on such a system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 50/249 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains
  • B60R 16/04 - Arrangement of batteries
  • H01M 50/264 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders with fastening means, e.g. locks for cells or batteries, e.g. straps, tie rods or peripheral frames
  • H01M 50/267 - Mountings; Secondary casings or frames; Racks, modules or packs; Suspension devices; Shock absorbers; Transport or carrying devices; Holders having means for adapting to batteries or cells of different types or different sizes

96.

METHOD FOR DETERMINING WHEN TO ACTIVATE THE REGULATION OF THE LONGITUDINAL SPEED OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2023050013
Publication Number 2023/152431
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-06
Publication Date 2023-08-17
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • El Hanbali, Hamza
  • Et-Thaqfy, Yassine
  • Lahlou, Zoubida

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for determining when to activate the regulation of the longitudinal speed of a motor vehicle, the method consisting in determining (200) the position of the start of a detected speed-limitation zone (100) relative to the vehicle and the limited-speed information pertaining to said zone; in constructing (400) a plurality of deceleration profiles that will bring the speed of the vehicle down to that limited speed taking account of the longitudinal position, the longitudinal speed, the longitudinal acceleration and the longitudinal jerk of the vehicle; in adopting (500), from among these profiles, a determined deceleration profile that meets determined comfort constraints, with the shortest deceleration time; and, from the profile adopted, in determining (600) the position of the vehicle at the end of said time, converted into distance; and in commanding (700) the deceleration of the vehicle when the vehicle reaches said distance relative to the start of said zone.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60W 30/18 - Propelling the vehicle
  • B60W 30/14 - Cruise control
  • B60W 50/00 - CONJOINT CONTROL OF VEHICLE SUB-UNITS OF DIFFERENT TYPE OR DIFFERENT FUNCTION; CONTROL SYSTEMS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR HYBRID VEHICLES; ROAD VEHICLE DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR PURPOSES NOT RELATED TO THE CONTROL OF A PARTICULAR SUB-UNIT - Details of control systems for road vehicle drive control not related to the control of a particular sub-unit

97.

DETERMINATION OF THE TORQUE REQUIRED OF AN ELECTRIC PRIME MOVER OF A VEHICLE IN A LIMP HOME MODE OF TRAVEL

      
Application Number FR2022052369
Publication Number 2023/148436
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-15
Publication Date 2023-08-10
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Balenghien, Olivier
  • Aubert, Olivier
  • Coiret, Stephane

Abstract

The invention relates to a method implemented in a vehicle comprising a powertrain, including an electric prime mover supplying or recovering a required torque, and a limp home mode of travel at at least one target speed. This method comprises a step (10-60) in which, when the mode is set, the required torque is controlled as a function of the actual speed of the land vehicle and a first value representative of a difference between the target speed and the actual speed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60L 3/00 - Electric devices on electrically-propelled vehicles for safety purposes; Monitoring operating variables, e.g. speed, deceleration or energy consumption

98.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING A DRIVER-ASSISTANCE SYSTEM OF A VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2022052458
Publication Number 2023/148437
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-21
Publication Date 2023-08-10
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Et-Thaqfy, Yassine
  • El Hanbali, Hamza
  • Lahlou, Zoubida
  • Nid Bouhou, Soumia
  • Ait Ali, Meriem

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and device for controlling a driver-assistance system of a vehicle (11). According to the invention, items of data representative of a traffic lane ahead of the vehicle (11) are received from at least one onboard device. On the basis of said items of data, an item of information representative of a slope that is greater than a first threshold value and associated with the traffic lane is determined, and an item of information representative of a first portion (1020) and a second portion (1010) of the traffic lane is determined, the second portion (1020) following the first portion (1020) and comprising the slope. The driver-assistance system is controlled when the vehicle (11) is driving in the first portion (1010) and is stopped when the vehicle (11) is driving in the second portion (1020).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60W 60/00 - Drive control systems specially adapted for autonomous road vehicles
  • B60W 30/18 - Propelling the vehicle
  • B60W 40/076 - Slope angle of the road

99.

RECONFIGURABLE COOLING CIRCUIT

      
Application Number FR2022052139
Publication Number 2023/144460
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-21
Publication Date 2023-08-03
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor Seigner, Maxime

Abstract

The invention relates to a cooling circuit (1) comprising a hydraulic configuration member (12) for selectively configuring a first assembly (13A) and a second assembly (13B) of hydraulic conductors (131A, 132A, 131B, 132B) in a series or parallel configuration so as to be able to adapt the heat dissipation capacity of the cooling circuit (1) as a function of the cooling requirements of a first (ME1) and a second (ME2) electrical material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

100.

FLUID-CONVEYING DEVICE THAT IS DEFORMABLE IN THE EVENT OF AN IMPACT FOR A LAND VEHICLE

      
Application Number FR2022052289
Publication Number 2023/144465
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-08
Publication Date 2023-08-03
Owner PSA AUTOMOBILES SA (France)
Inventor
  • Boudan, Julien
  • Peron, Rodolphe
  • Royer, Guillaume

Abstract

The invention relates to a fluid-conveying device (DC1) fitted to a land vehicle in a region that is liable to be struck by a pedestrian, the device comprising a conveying part (PC) that comprises: - a skeleton (SQ) made in a first rigid material comprising first (PE1) and second (PE2) end portions respectively defining fluid inlet (FE) and fluid outlet (FS) faces and being connected to one another by an intermediate portion (PI), and at least one weakened region (ZA1, ZA2) suitable for deforming when it is struck by a pedestrian; and - lateral walls (PL1-PL2) made in a second material and securely fastened to the skeleton (SQ) in a fluid-tight manner in order to participate, together with the intermediate portion (PI), in the conveying of fluid between the first (PE1) and second (PE2) end portions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60K 11/08 - Air inlets for cooling; Shutters or blinds therefor
  • F02M 35/10 - Air intakes; Induction systems
  • B60R 21/34 - Protecting non-occupants of a vehicle, e.g. pedestrians
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