The invention relates to a sensor device (100) for actuating a movable part (101), in particular a sliding door, of a vehicle (1), comprising: a capacitive sensor unit (10) with a plurality of sensor elements (11) for motion detection, in particular gesture detection, of a user to trigger opening and/or closing of the movable part (101), an NFC antenna (30) for communicating with a vehicle-side security system (2) and/or a user-side mobile handheld device (4) in order to trigger unlocking and/or locking of the movable part (101), and a circuit board (20) for accommodating the capacitive sensor unit (10) and the NFC antenna (30).
E05F 15/73 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects
G01D 5/24 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying capacitance
H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
B60J 5/06 - Doors arranged at the vehicle sides foldable
B60Q 9/00 - Arrangement or adaptation of signal devices not provided for in one of main groups
2.
Actuating Device with Cover Element, Vehicle, and Method
The invention relates to an actuating device (10) for triggering a function of a vehicle (1) by a user, having a cover element (11) for a vehicle part (2) of the vehicle (1) with a cover inner side (11.1) and a cover outer side (11.2), an electronics unit (12) having a sensor unit (20) for detecting an actuation action (200) of the user for triggering the function of the vehicle (1), an electronics outer side (12.2), and an electronics inner side (12.1) facing the electronics outer side (12.2). Furthermore, the invention relates to a vehicle (1), and to a method (100).
E05F 15/75 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects responsive to the weight or other physical contact of a person or object
The invention relates to an actuating device (10) for triggering a function of a vehicle (1) by a user, having an electronics unit (12) with a sensor unit (20) for detecting an actuation action (200) of the user for triggering the function of the vehicle (1), an electronics outer side (12.2) on which the actuation action (200) of the user can be detected by the sensor unit (20), and an electronics inner side (12.1) which is opposite the electronics outer side (12.2). Furthermore, the invention relates to a vehicle (1), as well as to a method (100).
G01L 9/10 - Measuring steady or quasi-steady pressure of a fluid or a fluent solid material by electric or magnetic pressure-sensitive elements; Transmitting or indicating the displacement of mechanical pressure-sensitive elements, used to measure the steady or quasi-steady pressure of a fluid or fluent solid material, by electric or magnetic means by making use of variations in inductance
G01V 3/08 - Electric or magnetic prospecting or detecting; Measuring magnetic field characteristics of the earth, e.g. declination or deviation operating with magnetic or electric fields produced or modified by objects or geological structures or by detecting devices
G01V 3/10 - Electric or magnetic prospecting or detecting; Measuring magnetic field characteristics of the earth, e.g. declination or deviation operating with magnetic or electric fields produced or modified by objects or geological structures or by detecting devices using induction coils
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INDUCTIVE SENSOR ASSEMBLY FOR DETECTING A CHANGE IN POSITION OF AN ACTUATING ELEMENT
An inductive sensor assembly is used for detecting a change in position of an actuating element. The sensor assembly has: an LC resonant circuit having an inductive element (L) and a capacitive element (C); an excitation supply which is coupled to the LC resonant circuit in order to excite the LC resonant circuit with an excitation voltage (U); a decoupling element arranged between the excitation supply and the LC resonant circuit; and, an evaluation arrangement for evaluating the signal decreasing across the resonant circuit. An actuating assembly is also provided.
G01D 5/20 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying inductance, e.g. by a movable armature
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
5.
Device for a Vehicle to Detect an Activation Action in at Least Two Different Detection Areas
The invention relates to a device (10) for a vehicle (1) for detecting an activation action in at least two different detection areas (51, 52), and in particular for mounting on a vehicle part (5) to activate at least one function of the vehicle (1) as a function of the detection, comprising:
a printed circuit board (20) having a plurality of layers (21, 22, 23, 24) arranged one above the other in an axial direction (z),
a first electrically conductive sensing element (31) for capacitive sensing in a first (51) of the detection areas (51, 52),
a second electrically conductive sensing element (32) for capacitive sensing in a second (52) of the detection areas (51, 52),
wherein the sensor elements (31, 32) are arranged at different ones of the layers (21, 22, 23, 24) of the printed circuit board (20),
characterized in that
in that the sensor elements (31, 32) are configured to be at least partially congruent, the congruent areas (35) of the sensor elements (31, 32) being positioned offset with respect to one another in a lateral direction (x).
E05B 81/78 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles as part of a hands-free locking or unlocking operation
The invention relates to a sensor device (100), in particular for a vehicle, comprising: a capacitive sensor unit (10) and a coil unit (20) which surrounds the capacitive sensor unit (10) at least partially, preferably geometrically. For this purpose, it is provided according to the invention that the capacitive sensor unit (10) has at least one first, in particular linear, sensor element (11), which is aligned essentially along a first geodesic (G1) of the coil unit (20).
The invention relates to an actuation device (3) for installing on a vehicle part (2), in particular in the form of a door or a hatch, having an electric switch means (30) with at least one switch element (31) for initiating a vehicle function and having a housing unit (10) with at least one first and second housing section (11, 12), wherein the second housing section (12) can be moved from a rest position (I) into an actuation position (II) at least in some regions relative to the first housing section (11) in order to actuate the switch element (31). The invention additionally relates to a vehicle (1) and to an actuation method (100).
H01H 3/16 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch adapted for actuation at a limit or other predetermined position in the path of a body, the relative movement of switch and body being primarily for a purpose other than the actuation of the switch, e.g. for a door switch, a limit switch, a floor-lev
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
8.
Actuation Device for Mounting on a Vehicle Part, Vehicle and Method for Actuation for Triggering a Vehicle Function
The invention relates to an actuation device (3) for installing on a movable vehicle part (2), in particular in the form of a door or a hatch, having an electric switch means (20) with a switch element (21) for initiating a vehicle function and having a housing unit (10) with at least one first and second housing element (11, 12) that at least partly form a housing interior (13), in which the switch element (21) is arranged. The invention additionally relates to a vehicle (1) and to an actuation method (100).
H01H 13/06 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof casings
G05G 1/02 - Controlling members for hand-actuation by linear movement, e.g. push buttons
G05G 5/05 - Means for returning or tending to return controlling members to an inoperative or neutral position, e.g. by providing return springs or resilient end-stops
The invention relates to an actuation device (3) for mounting on a vehicle part (2), in particular in the form of a door or a hinged closure element, the actuation device comprising: an electrical switching means (30) having at least one switching element (31) for triggering a vehicle function; and a housing unit (10) having at least a first and a second housing portion (11, 12), which at least partly form a housing interior (13), in which the switching element (31) is arranged, the second housing portion (12) being movable, at least in some regions, relative to the first housing portion (11) from an idle position (I) into an actuation position (II) in order to actuate the switching element (31). The invention further relates to a vehicle (1) and to an actuation method (100).
H01H 9/04 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof casings
H01H 3/02 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch
B60Q 1/00 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
B60Q 3/20 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors mounted on specific fittings of passenger or driving compartments
G05G 1/02 - Controlling members for hand-actuation by linear movement, e.g. push buttons
G05G 5/05 - Means for returning or tending to return controlling members to an inoperative or neutral position, e.g. by providing return springs or resilient end-stops
G05G 25/00 - Other details, features or accessories of control mechanisms, e.g. supporting intermediate members elastically
10.
Arrangement for transmitting information for a component of a vehicle
a current control arrangement (60) of the processing arrangement (50), which is electrically connected to the stabilizing device (20), for using the stabilizing device (20) to output a transmission signal (S) to the interface arrangement (40) in order to transmit the provided information to the control device (30) via the supply connection.
A handle assembly for a motor vehicle has a support housing, a grip mounted on the support housing and movable between a retracted and extended position, a drive element movable along a main extension path, and a main extension lever which is movement-coupled to the drive element and pushes the grip into the extended position during a drive movement of the drive element along the main extension path. The drive element executes a drive movement divided into the main extension path and a pre-extension path preceding the main extension path. The drive element, during its drive movement along the pre-extension path, is movement-decoupled from the main extension lever, and a pre-extension lever is mounted rotatably on the support housing and pushes the grip towards the extended position during the drive movement of the drive element along the pre-extension path.
The invention relates to an arrangement (10) for providing at least one function for electronics (2) of a vehicle (1), preferably for door handle electronics (2) of the vehicle (1), preferably for a capacitive sensor (4) for detecting an activation action in the vehicle (1) and/or for a communication interface (40) of the vehicle (1), having: a carrier element (20) which is suitable for installation at installation positions (I, II) on different sides of the vehicle (1) in order to selectively carry out installation at least at a first installation position (I) or at a second installation position (II) of the installation positions (I, II), a first electrically conductive functional element (31) on a first plane (21) and a second electrically conductive functional element (32) on a second plane (22) of the carrier element (20), wherein the functional elements (31, 32) are arranged above one another and are at least partially congruent in order to provide, in a variably assigned manner, a capture function for one of the planes (21, 22) and a further function, in particular a shielding function, for the other of the planes (21, 22), a connection arrangement (70) for electrically connecting the functional elements (31, 32) to a processing arrangement (80) in order to provide a connection interface (78) for controlling the functional elements (31, 32) for assigning the functions depending on the selected installation position (I, II).
E05B 81/78 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles as part of a hands-free locking or unlocking operation
A fuel filler flap module of a motor vehicle includes a carrier, a fuel filler flap which is pivotably mounted on the carrier and is designed to be movable between a closed position and an open position, and a movement mechanism designed to move the fuel filler flap from the closed position into the open position and back into the closed position. The movement mechanism has a mechanical deployment element which is arranged on the carrier and which is designed to exert a deployment force acting into the open position on the fuel filler flap, wherein the movement mechanism has a motor-driven deployment means which is designed to push the fuel filler flap with an auxiliary force from the closed position up to an initial deployment position, which lies between the closed position and the open position, wherein the auxiliary force is greater than the deployment force.
E05F 15/627 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings operated by flexible elongated pulling elements, e.g. belts, chains or cables
14.
Door Handle Electronics Unit Having Two Communication Means
The invention relates to an arrangement (10) for providing at least one communication function for electronics (2) of a vehicle (1), preferably for a door handle electronics (2) of the vehicle (1), preferably for a communication interface (40) of the vehicle (1), exhibiting
a support element (20) adapted to be mounted at mounting positions (I, II) on different sides of the vehicle (1) to selectively perform the mounting at at least a first (I) or second (II) of the mounting positions (I, II),
a first communication means (41) arranged at a first layer (21) of the support element (20),
a second communication means (42) arranged at a second layer (22) of the support element (20),
said communication means (41, 42) being arranged opposite to each other and electrically connected in parallel to create at least one communication area suitable for different selected mounting positions (I, II).
B60R 16/023 - 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 transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems
H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
H01Q 7/00 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop
The disclosure relates to a motor vehicle flap system, including a lateral wall having an inner side surface, an outer side surface and a through-opening, a flap which is mounted on the inner side surface such that it can move between a closed position closing the through-opening, in which the flap lies within the through-opening and runs perfectly flush with the outer side surface, and an open position releasing the through-opening, and having an actuation lever which is mounted on the inner side surface such that it can swivel between a starting position and an end position, and, with a movement into the end position, the actuation lever is designed to move the flap into the open position, wherein the flap and the actuation lever are swivellably mounted on a guide axis arranged on the inner side surface.
A door handle assembly for a vehicle door includes a handle which is to be actuated by an operator, a lever element which supports the handle on a handle housing, and a motor-driven actuating element. The handle is designed to be movable out of an actuation position into a servo-opening position by being actuated by an operator. A detection means is formed on the handle housing in order to detect a movement of the handle out of the actuation position into the servo-opening position so as to produce a movement of the motor-driven actuating element out of the handle extended position into a door opening position. Upon being moved out of the handle extended position into the door opening position, the motor-driven actuating element moves a vehicle door opening lever out of a ready position into an unlocked position, in which the vehicle door can be opened.
E05B 81/16 - Power-actuated vehicle locks characterised by the function or purpose of the powered actuators operating on locking elements for locking or unlocking action
a filter arrangement (40) in the signal path (SP) comprising at least one high-pass (41, 43) in order to at least reduce the frequencies of the sensing signal (S) lower than the at least one sensing frequency.
H03K 17/955 - Proximity switches using a capacitive detector
G01D 5/24 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying capacitance
H03H 9/54 - Filters comprising resonators of piezoelectric or electrostrictive material
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
A door handle assembly for a vehicle door includes a handle mounted on a housing and arranged flush with the outer contour of the vehicle door in a non-use position and designed to be movable by a user into an actuation position in order to be actuated, a lever element, a first lever end of which is rotatably attached to a lever rotational axis mounted on the housing and a second lever end of which is connected to a first longitudinal end of the handle, and a motor-driven actuating element which rotates the lever element about the lever rotational axis and thereby moves the handle out of the non-use position into the actuation position. A lever mechanism is mounted on the housing in a rotatable manner about a rotational axis. A second longitudinal end of the handle is movably secured to the housing via the lever mechanism.
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
A door handle assembly for a vehicle includes a housing, a handle, and a compression mechanism. The handle is rotatably attached to the housing and rotatable between a resting position and a depressed position. The compression mechanism is configured to allow rotation of the handle between the resting position and the depressed position. The compression mechanism includes a plunger and a biasing member. The plunger is coupled to one of the housing or the handle and translatable between a first position when the handle is in the resting position and a second position when the handle is in the depressed position. The biasing member is coupled to one of the housing or the handle and configured to bias the plunger between the first position and the second position.
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
A door handle assembly includes a bracket, a slide member, and a counterweight. The slide member is coupled to the bracket and configured to translate between a first position and a second position. The counterweight is pivotally coupled to the bracket and configured to the pivot between a first rotational position and a second rotational position. Upon translation of the slide member from the second position to the first position, the slide member is operable to (i) rotate the counterweight in a first direction from the second rotational position to the first rotational position and (ii) prevent rotation of the counterweight in a second direction from the first rotational position.
E05B 79/06 - Mounting of handles, e.g. to the wing or to the lock
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
The invention relates to a sensor system (10) for a movable part (1) of a vehicle (3), comprising: an actuating element (20) comprising at least one deformation region (40) in which an activation action can be sensed by an operator (5), at least one inductive activation means (60) arranged in the deformation region (40), and at least one sensor device (30) arranged on the actuating element (20) or on the movable part (1) for inductance measurement on the activation means (60). For this purpose, according to the invention, at least one shielding element (34) is provided for the at least one sensor device (30) in order to avoid interferences during the inductance measurement.
G01B 7/24 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring the deformation in a solid, e.g. by resistance strain gauge using change in magnetic properties
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
22.
Method for securing a communication between a mobile communication apparatus and a vehicle
The invention relates to a method (100) for securing a communication between a mobile communication apparatus (10) and a vehicle (5), in particular for authentication at a passive access system of the vehicle (5), wherein the vehicle (5) comprises at least one radio unit (20).
H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communications; Network security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
The invention relates to an arrangement (10) for a vehicle (1) for detecting an activation action for activating a function on the vehicle (1), in particular for detecting an activation action in a front, side and/or rear region (1.7, 1.4, 1.2) of the vehicle (1) for activating an opening and/or unlocking of a lid (1.3, 1.6) on the vehicle (1), comprising:
at least one sensor element (20) for sensing a change, in particular an approach by an activation means (3), in the surroundings of the sensor element (20),
a controlling arrangement (100) which is electrically connected to the sensor element (20) to provide an electric sensor signal specific to a parameter of the sensor element (20), wherein the parameter in turn is specific to the sensed change in the surroundings,
an evaluation arrangement (200) for repeatedly determining the parameter of the sensor element (20) by means of a transmission of the sensor signal to a storage arrangement (250) in order to perform the detection of the activation action,
an evaluation filter arrangement (210) of the evaluation arrangement (200) for band-pass filtering and/or for transconductance conversion of the sensor signal for the transmission to the storage arrangement (250).
The invention relates to a sensor device (10) for a vehicle (100), comprising a control unit (11) for actuating a movable part (101), in particular a tailgate, of the vehicle (100), and a sensor unit (12) for monitoring at least one first activation region (A1), wherein the control unit (11) is designed to actuate the movable part (101) of the vehicle (100) when at least one activation action (H1, H2, H3, B1, B2) of a user in the first activation region (A1) has been sensed by the sensor unit (12). The sensor unit (12) is designed to sense the at least one activation action (H1, H2, H3, B1, B2) of the user by means of electromagnetic waves in the radio frequency range.
A light assembly includes a fixture housing, a gesture sensor assembly, a light source supported by the fixture housing, and a reflector supported by the fixture housing and operative to control direction of light emitted from the light source. The gesture sensor assembly includes a gesture sensor operable to provide a sensing electrical field sensitive to gestures executed a predetermined distance from the gesture sensor.
B60Q 1/00 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
F21V 23/04 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being switches
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
F21S 43/30 - Signalling devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. brake lamps, direction indicator lights or reversing lights characterised by reflectors
B60Q 1/30 - 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 for indicating rear of vehicle, e.g. by means of reflecting surfaces
26.
Door handle assembly for a motor vehicle having a capacitive sensor and near-field communication
A sensor device for a motor vehicle includes a printed circuit board on which a sensor electrode of a capacitive sensor is formed. An inductive near-field transmission device is formed with a near-field transmission coil which has a turn on the printed circuit board. The near-field transmission coil and the sensor electrode are arranged relative to each other in such a way that the sensor electrode lies in the inner region of the near-field transmission coil surrounded by the turn. The sensor electrode includes an elongated central conductor and extending therefrom are a plurality of branch conductors. The branch conductors are spaced in such a way that they are galvanically coupled exclusively via the central conductor and are arranged on the central conductor on opposite sides in pairs.
G01R 27/26 - Measuring inductance or capacitance; Measuring quality factor, e.g. by using the resonance method; Measuring loss factor; Measuring dielectric constants
G01V 3/08 - Electric or magnetic prospecting or detecting; Measuring magnetic field characteristics of the earth, e.g. declination or deviation operating with magnetic or electric fields produced or modified by objects or geological structures or by detecting devices
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
B60R 25/20 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off
B60R 25/01 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles operating on vehicle systems or fittings, e.g. on doors, seats or windscreens
The invention relates to an arrangement (10) for a vehicle (1) for detecting an activation action for activating a function on the vehicle (1), in particular for detecting an activation action in a front, side and/or rear region (1.2, 1.4, 1.7) of the vehicle (1) for activating an opening and/or unlocking of a lid (1.3, 1.6) on the vehicle (1), comprising:
at least one sensor element (20) for sensing a change, in particular an approach by an activation means (3), in the surroundings of the sensor element (20),
a signal generator arrangement (130) for providing a control signal for an electric control of the sensor element (20),
an evaluation arrangement (200) for repeatedly determining at least one parameter of the sensor element (20) specific to the sensing on the basis of a sensor signal, in order in order to carry out the detection of the activation action,
a sensor controlling arrangement (170) which is electrically interconnected to the sensor element (20),
a transmission element (170.1) of the sensor controlling arrangement (170), which is electrically interconnected to the signal generator arrangement (130) in order to initiate repeated charge transfers at the sensor element (20) on the basis of the control signal,
an amplifying means (170.2) of the sensor controlling arrangement (170), which is electrically interconnected to the evaluation arrangement (200) in order to provide the sensor signal on the basis of the charge transfers.
A vehicle authentication system for authenticating a portable ID transmitter with respect to an authentication arrangement of a vehicle in order to release vehicle functions for an operator, includes a portable ID transmitter that has at least one ID transmitter-UWB-antenna. The authentication device has at least one first vehicle-UWB-interface having one first UWB antenna and a second vehicle-UWB interface with a second UWB-antenna. Control for the authentication device are also provided so that an authentication method can be carried out. Optionally, the authentication system can also include LF interfaces with LF antennas and proximity sensors.
The invention relates to an arrangement (10) for a capacitive sensor device (20) of a vehicle (1), in particular for control and/or evaluation at the capacitive sensor device (20) for detecting an activating action at the vehicle (1), comprising
at least one sensor electrode (20.1) for sensing a change in a vicinity of the vehicle (1),
a transmission arrangement (30) for a frequency- and/or phase-dependent transmission of an electrical input signal (E) and an output of an output signal (A),
an output (30.2) of the transmission arrangement (30), which is electrically connected to the sensor electrode (20.1) to output the output signal (A) at the sensor electrode (20.1) for performing the sensing,
wherein the transmission arrangement (30) comprises a controlled source device (30.3) to output the output signal (A) as a guided electrical signal at the sensor electrode (20.1) depending on the frequency- and/or phase-dependent transmission of the input signal (E).
H03K 17/955 - Proximity switches using a capacitive detector
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
The invention relates to an arrangement (10) for a capacitive sensor device (20) of a vehicle (1), in particular for control and/or evaluation at the capacitive sensor device (20) for detecting an activating action at the vehicle (1), comprising:
a transmission arrangement (30) for providing an output signal (A) by a frequency-dependent change of an electrical input signal (E), wherein the provision of the output signal (A) is designed for operating a sensor element (20.1) of the sensor device (20),
a control arrangement (50.6) which is connected to an input (30.1) of the transmission arrangement (30) to provide the formed input signal (E).
H03K 17/955 - Proximity switches using a capacitive detector
B60R 16/023 - 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 transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems
An Arrangement (10) for a capacitive sensor device (20) of a vehicle (1), in particular for control and/or evaluation at the capacitive sensor device (20) for detecting an activating action at the vehicle (1), with at least one sensor electrode (20.1) for sensing a change in a vicinity of the vehicle (1), and with a transmission arrangement (30) for providing an output signal (A) by a frequency-dependent change of an electrical input signal (E) of the transmission arrangement (30), and with an output (30.2) of the transmission arrangement (30), which is electrically connected to the sensor electrode (20.1) in order to operate the sensor electrode (20.1) with the output signal (A), wherein the transmission arrangement (30) includes at least one filter component (30.4, 30.5) to perform the frequency-dependent change.
H03K 17/955 - Proximity switches using a capacitive detector
B60R 16/023 - 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 transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems
G01D 5/24 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying capacitance
33.
Motor vehicle handle arrangement and method for operating such a motor vehicle handle arrangement
A motor vehicle handle arrangement includes an actuating element, which is movable between a neutral position and an active position, a handle part, which is movable between a non-use position and an actuating position, and a mechanical restoring element. In a normal operation, the actuating element is designed to move the handle part from the non-use position into the actuating position. In the active position, it holds the handle part in the actuating position. An auxiliary restoring element is movably mounted and coupled in movement with the actuating element in such a way that, during a faulty operation in which the actuating element moves into the neutral position and the handle part is arranged remaining in its actuating position, it is designed, at least for a fraction of its movement, to move the handle part concomitantly in the direction of its non-use position.
a processing arrangement (200) for performing the localization of the mobile device (10) at least partially on the basis of the vehicle communication (FK).
An electronic handheld device includes a housing which has at least one housing element, including an electronics arrangement and a battery compartment, which is arranged in the housing element, for accommodating a flat battery. The battery compartment terminates with an insert opening of the battery compartment being located at an access surface of the housing element, wherein a circumferential sealing groove is formed on the housing element. The insert opening is closed by a sealing hood which is arranged on a restraint element. The sealing hood has an elastically deformable raised sealing portion.
A method for delegating access rights to a secured object includes generating a first-order data packet in a trusted central management device. The data packet contains a first identifier, a first data set having access rights to a secured device and a first data secret key for encryption and signature. A second-order data packet is signed via the first data secret key and is created in the first mobile communication device and contains a unique identifier, reference data, a second data set having access rights, a second data secret key for encryption and a first data container. The first data container is encrypted via the first data secret key and contains the first identifier and the second data secret key. The signed second-order data packet is transmitted to a second mobile communication device of a second user.
H04W 12/0431 - Key distribution or pre-distribution; Key agreement
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
B60R 25/20 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
A camera unit for capturing images of the outer region of a motor vehicle includes a housing in which the camera unit is accommodated, a cover element, and a drive unit for moving the camera unit and for moving the cover element. A pivot element is movably mounted about a first axis of rotation and has a first arm, which is motionally connected to the cover element, and a second arm. A lever element, which is movably mounted about a second axis of rotation, is operatively connected to the cover element. A guide element, which is mounted about a third axis of rotation, includes a first guide arm that is operatively connected to the second arm of the pivot element and a second guide arm which is motionally coupled to the camera unit.
Apparatus for determining the position of a mobile access device relative to a motor vehicle includes a control device in the vehicle which disables and enables access to a vehicle function. A plurality of separate modules each include a housing, a communication device for wireless short-range communication and an energy store. The modules have a mounting attachment in the interior of a vehicle and at least one of the modules is coupled to the control device for the purpose of data transmission. The modules each detect a signal strength of a signal transmission between the access device and the respective module and are configured with the control device to carry out position determination for the access device on the basis of multiple detected signal strengths of different modules and to enable or disable access to the vehicle function on the basis of the determined position.
Method for activating at least one function of a vehicle, a mobile communication device being provided for communication, characterized by the following steps: monitoring the communication, wherein at least one evaluation signal specific for the communication is determined, detecting a vehicle influence on a transmission during communication using an evaluation of the evaluation signal in order to perform a localization of the communication device and activating the function of the vehicle depending on the detection of the vehicle influence.
The present invention relates to a fastening device for fastening a first component to a second component, where the fastening device includes a spacer element which is configured for positioning the first component so as to be spaced apart from the second component in a first axis (Y) and for fixing the first component so as to be spaced apart from the second component, where the spacer element includes a stop surface which is used for supporting the fastening device on the second component, where the spacer element is integrally-formed, and a tolerance element which is configured for movably receiving the spacer element in the first direction (Y) and for compensating tolerances between the first component and the second component in a second axis (X) and in a third axis (Z), where the tolerance element is integrally-formed.
The invention relates to a handle device (1) for a movable part (100), in particular a motor vehicle door (100), of a motor vehicle, which is designed with a carrier element (10), a holder (11) being formed on the carrier element (10), which receptacle can be arranged at an opening (101) in the movable part (100), wherein a door handle (20), in particular a level door handle, for actuating the movable part (100) is movably mounted on the carrier element (10), and wherein the door handle (20) is designed such that a front gap (S) can be set between the opening (101) in the movable part (100) and the door handle (20). For this purpose, it is provided in accordance with the invention that a light conductor (30) is arranged on the carrier element (10) in order to indirectly illuminate the door handle (20) through the gap (S).
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
The invention relates to a tank module for a motor vehicle, with a housing in which a recess is provided, wherein a connecting element is arranged in the recess, a protective element for the connecting element, which can be moved between at least two positions, namely: a rest position in which the recess can be closed by the protective element, and an operating position in which the recess can be released by the protective element so that the connecting element is exposed, the protective element having an outer surface, and at least one sensor for detecting an activation action of a user to transfer the protective element between the rest position and the operating position, wherein the protective element is mounted in such a way that the outer surface of the protective element in the rest position and the outer surface of the protective element in the operating position are aligned parallel to one another.
The invention relates to a door handle module (10) for a door handle unit (100) on a vehicle (200), in particular a commercial vehicle (200), said door handle module (10) being used to integrate an electronic unit (20) for the door handle unit (100). The door handle module (10) includes at least one covering element (11) on which at least one electronic element (21) of the electronic unit (20) is arranged, and at least one fastener (12), the door handle module (10) being securable to a module holder (110) on the door handle unit (100) by means of at least one fastener (12).
The invention relates to a method (100) for activating at least one security function of a security system (200) of a vehicle (1).
According to the invention, provision is made for the detection of at least one distance information about a distance (A) of a mobile identification transmitter (300) to the vehicle (1) by means of a detection device (10) of the vehicle (1) and a transmission of the distance information by a data transmission from the detection device (10) via a transmission system (50) of the vehicle (1) to a processing device (60) of the vehicle (1), wherein the data transmission of the distance information is performed in a forgery-proof manner.
B60R 16/023 - 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 transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
G01S 13/02 - Systems using reflection of radio waves, e.g. primary radar systems; Analogous systems
A method for operating a passive access system for motor vehicles includes arranging multiple transmission antennas at different locations on a motor vehicle for sending out low frequency signals. A mobile ID transponder, formed by a 3D-receiving antenna assembly, receives the low frequency signals. The antennas send out time-delayed first signals and then simultaneously send out signals. A signal strength is detected by the 3D antenna assembly in the ID transponder for each spatial direction. Information related to the space-direction-dependent signal strengths is transmitted from the ID transponder to the motor vehicle. Depending on the received information, the transmission signal strengths are adjusted. Then, further low frequency signals are sent, and received in the ID transponder. Based on further signal strength information, a plausibility check is performed in order to detect an extension of the signal path between the motor vehicle and the ID transponder via intermediate stations.
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
H04B 7/06 - Diversity systems; Multi-antenna systems, i.e. transmission or reception using multiple antennas using two or more spaced independent antennas at the transmitting station
A door handle arrangement for a motor vehicle includes a support, a handle which can take a basic position and an operating position, and a drive element which, during normal operation, moves the handle out of the basic position and into the operating position. The handle in its operating position can be grasped by an operator in order to open the door. In an emergency operation, the handle is designed to be movable manually into an emergency operating position in which it is pivoted about a first axis that is oriented transversely with respect to a longitudinal direction of the support. A first longitudinal portion of the handle is pivoted in the direction of the support and a second longitudinal portion protrudes out of the door so as to be able to be grasped by an operator.
E05B 81/90 - Manual override in case of power failure
E05B 79/06 - Mounting of handles, e.g. to the wing or to the lock
E05B 85/18 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted about an axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
G01R 27/26 - Measuring inductance or capacitance; Measuring quality factor, e.g. by using the resonance method; Measuring loss factor; Measuring dielectric constants
H03K 17/955 - Proximity switches using a capacitive detector
48.
Method for monitoring access to electronically controllable devices
A method for monitoring access to an electronically controllable device includes establishing communication between a mobile device and a control platform via a communication network. A booking, including first and second data, is created for a controllable device in the platform. The first data is access information and the second data is encrypted with an individual key which is assigned to an access control unit in the controllable device. The mobile device is wirelessly connected to the access unit and the second data, as well as a subset of the first data, is transmitted to the access unit which decrypts the second data and checks its signature. If the check is successful, a configuration of the access unit is adapted as a function of the decrypted data. Authorization for access to the controllable device by the mobile device is checked as a function of the decrypted data.
H04L 9/00 - Arrangements for secret or secure communications; Network security protocols
G06Q 10/02 - Reservations, e.g. for tickets, services or events
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
G07B 15/02 - Arrangements or apparatus for collecting fares, tolls or entrance fees at one or more control points taking into account a variable factor such as distance or time, e.g. for passenger transport, parking systems or car rental systems
G07C 9/27 - Individual registration on entry or exit involving the use of a pass with central registration
H04L 29/06 - Communication control; Communication processing characterised by a protocol
A motor vehicle door having an external handle unit includes a support part and a handle which has on a circumference of the support part a plurality of compensating elements and on an interior side of the door shell a fixing plate having a plurality of fixing points. The compensating elements are embodied to permit, by means of a fixing screw that is to be screwed in, both a compensating movement in the Y direction, and, due to a floating mounting, a compensation in the X and Z directions.
E05B 79/06 - Mounting of handles, e.g. to the wing or to the lock
E05B 79/04 - Mounting of lock casings to the vehicle, e.g. to the wing
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
E05B 63/00 - Locks with special structural characteristics
E05B 17/06 - Templates for marking the position of apertures in fittings of wings
F16B 5/02 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of fastening members using screw-thread
50.
Central locking device for a door lock with accident detection device
A central locking device for door locks of a motor vehicle includes a control device and, connected thereto, locking couplings in the door locks. An accident detection device is provided for determining an accident situation of the motor vehicle and for transmitting an accident signal to the control device. Upon receiving the accident situation signal, the control device is set up to switch the locking couplings to the locked status for a defined period of time and then to switch them to the unlocked status. This prevents disturbances that may occur in the region of the door handle during an acute accident phase, since the door handles are not functional during the defined period of time.
B60R 21/0132 - 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 vehicle motion parameters
E05B 81/58 - Control of actuators involving time control, e.g. for controlling run-time of electric motors
B60R 21/01 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents
51.
Arrangement for an evaluation in a capacitive sensor device of a vehicle
at least one controlling means (50.6) of the control device (50) in order to perform for the respective determination (100) of the parameter the transfer of charge repeatedly as pulses (P) with a predetermined number (N), so that a state of charge of the holding arrangement (50.4) is changed successively.
G01R 27/26 - Measuring inductance or capacitance; Measuring quality factor, e.g. by using the resonance method; Measuring loss factor; Measuring dielectric constants
G01L 9/12 - Measuring steady or quasi-steady pressure of a fluid or a fluent solid material by electric or magnetic pressure-sensitive elements; Transmitting or indicating the displacement of mechanical pressure-sensitive elements, used to measure the steady or quasi-steady pressure of a fluid or fluent solid material, by electric or magnetic means by making use of variations in capacitance
G01D 5/24 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying capacitance
H03K 17/955 - Proximity switches using a capacitive detector
E05F 15/73 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects
an evaluation connection adaptation (20) on the outer conductor element (112) for the electrically-conducting connection of the outer conductor element (112) to an evaluation device (210) of the vehicle (1), whereby the detection can be performed.
A test connection adaptation (10) in provided on the outer conductor element (112), in order to test a functional test of the sensor device (100) based upon an electric circuit with the outer conductor element (112).
G01V 13/00 - Manufacturing, calibrating, cleaning, or repairing instruments or devices covered by groups
G01V 3/08 - Electric or magnetic prospecting or detecting; Measuring magnetic field characteristics of the earth, e.g. declination or deviation operating with magnetic or electric fields produced or modified by objects or geological structures or by detecting devices
E05F 15/73 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects
H03K 17/955 - Proximity switches using a capacitive detector
E05F 15/46 - Detection using safety edges responsive to changes in electrical capacitance
A method of car access includes receiving a localization secret at data processing hardware. The localization secret defines a portion of vehicle authentication information for a vehicle. The method also includes receiving at least one localization frame from a mobile device at the data processing hardware. The at least one localization frame includes identification information for the mobile device. The method further includes determining, by the data processing hardware, whether the at least one localization frame includes a derived localization secret. The derived localization is defined by the localization secret. The method further includes, when the at least one localization frame includes the derived localization secret, supplying, by the data processing hardware, power to a vehicle control module of the vehicle and authentication information to the vehicle control module of the vehicle.
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
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
G01S 13/04 - Systems determining presence of a target
at least one information sensor (35), by means of which a second inductance detection (120) can be performed, so that an additional information on the activation action can be determined, whereby the detection of the activation action can be verified.
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
E05B 79/06 - Mounting of handles, e.g. to the wing or to the lock
E05B 81/78 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles as part of a hands-free locking or unlocking operation
The invention relates to a method (100) for an activation of at least one security function of a security system (200) of a vehicle (1), wherein an authentication at the security system (200) of the vehicle (1) is effected by means of a mobile identification transmitter (300).
The invention relates to a method (100) for a security system (200) of a vehicle (1), in particular for a keyless activation of at least one security function of the vehicle (1).
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
B60R 25/10 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles actuating a signalling device
B60R 25/20 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off
E05F 15/76 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects responsive to devices carried by persons or objects, e.g. magnets or reflectors
A vehicle door handle circuit coupled to a vehicle control unit includes a transmission antenna circuit, a control circuit and an actuation sensor via which the door handle circuit receives DC voltage for supplying the control circuit or AC voltage for controlling the antenna circuit. The antenna circuit includes a series oscillating circuit with an inductor and a capacitor. A series circuit including a first capacitor and a first rectifier is connected between two contacts and in parallel with the antenna circuit allows part of the AC voltage signal to be used for the voltage supply of the control circuit. A second rectifier connects one of the two contacts to the series circuit. A third rectifier is also provided in order to feed DC voltage to the vehicle control unit.
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
B60R 25/20 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off
B60W 50/08 - Interaction between the driver and the control system
B60R 25/102 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles actuating a signalling device a signal being sent to a remote location, e.g. a radio signal being transmitted to a police station, a security company or the owner
B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
B60R 25/10 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles actuating a signalling device
B60R 25/00 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles
B63B 35/00 - Vessels or similar floating structures specially adapted for specific purposes and not otherwise provided for
E05B 81/78 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles as part of a hands-free locking or unlocking operation
B60R 16/023 - 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 transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems
B60R 25/01 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles operating on vehicle systems or fittings, e.g. on doors, seats or windscreens
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
E05B 79/06 - Mounting of handles, e.g. to the wing or to the lock
A radio key for an access system of a motor vehicle includes a receiver circuit with at least three LF receiver coils for reception of a low frequency signal. The receiver coils are oriented in different spatial directions. A central control circuit includes a microcontroller coupled to the receiver circuit. The control circuit with the microcontroller can assume an energy-reduced resting state and an active operating state. The receiver circuit is configured to awaken the control circuit from the resting state when a signal is received by the LF receiver coils. The central control circuit is configured to activate each of the LF receiver coils separately and to query a received signal strength. The central control circuit then selects the LF receiver coil with the highest signal strength for a subsequent signal reception.
the sensor device (30) for the detection of the activation action is arranged spaced apart to the activation means (60) such that the deformation of the door handle body (20) is detectable by the inductivity measurement.
the sensor device for the detection of the activation action is arranged spaced apart to the activation means such that the deformation of the door handle body is detectable by the inductivity measurement.
A method for displaying a rear outside area of a vehicle, with at least one camera device on the vehicle, includes bringing the camera device into various camera positions and sensing different camera-position-dependent imaging areas of the outside area by the camera device as a function of the particular camera positions. A fixed imaging area of the outside area is sensed by the camera device independently of the camera position in order to display the fixed imaging area for an operator of the vehicle.
B60R 11/04 - Mounting of cameras operative during drive; Arrangement of controls thereof relative to the vehicle
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
H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
B60K 35/00 - Arrangement or adaptations of instruments
G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
G09G 3/3208 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix using controlled light sources using electroluminescent panels semiconductive, e.g. using light-emitting diodes [LED] organic, e.g. using organic light-emitting diodes [OLED]
A vehicle door handle for use on a motor vehicle includes a handle and a handle support, the handle being mounted in the handle support, the handle is configured in the form of an elongated body, with a first end section, a second end section and a gripping section. Bearing sections project into the handle support and are supported there. In a cavity of the handle, an antenna for UWB signal transmission is arranged and coupled with a control circuit. In a further development of the invention, it is coupled with a proximity sensor. An authentication system and the use of an inventive vehicle door handle in an authentication system is also disclosed.
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
B60R 25/31 - Detection related to theft or to other events relevant to anti-theft systems of human presence inside or outside the vehicle
E05B 81/78 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles as part of a hands-free locking or unlocking operation
E05B 85/00 - LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS - Details of vehicle locks not provided for in groups
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
64.
Portable ID-transmitter for an authentication system and an authentication operating system for use therewith
A portable ID transmitter for an authentication system of a vehicle includes a supply battery, a micro controller, UWB transmitting and receiving circuits controlled by the microcontroller for communication with a vehicle-side control device, and an LF receiving circuit controlled with the microcontroller for receiving LF wake-up signals transmitted in the LF frequency range, all arranged in a housing.
A vehicle door handle includes a handle and a handle mount, wherein the handle is mounted in the handle mount. The handle is formed as an elongated body which has first and second end sections and a grip section disposed in the middle of the handle between the end sections. Bearing sections of the first and second end sections extend into the handle mount and are supported therein. An antenna with a control circuitry is a disposed in an inner hollow chamber in the handle. The control circuitry has signal lines which go to the handle mount. The antenna is configured as a high frequency antenna for signal transmission in the high frequency range. The control circuitry is coupled to the antenna for transmitting and receiving. The antenna is received outside the grip section in an end section of the handle.
H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
66.
Security method for a security system of a vehicle
The invention relates to a security method (100) for a security system (200) of a vehicle (1) for activating at least one security-related function in the vehicle (1) by means of at least one data transfer (D) between a portable access device (10) and the vehicle (1).
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
A vehicle door handle assembly with a sensor device for detecting an actuation is provided. A handle of the handle assembly has a section which can be gripped from behind and an outer wall that delimits an interior in which an electronic sensor device is arranged and fixed. The handle section is formed with a reduced outer wall thickness in an actuation region and has a deformability that is increased with respect to the remaining sections of the handle. The outer wall thickness is reduced solely on the outer wall face oriented towards the interior. The handle outer wall inner face oriented towards the interior is coated with a metal layer at least in the actuation region. The electronic sensor device comprises at least one inductive distance sensor which lies opposite the metal layer in the interior of the handle to detect a deformation of the opposing outer wall.
A motor vehicle actuation device includes a functional element supported on a carrier housing for rotation about a rotational axis and movement between a standby position and an operating position, a drive device disposed on the carrier housing, and a control element in a drive connection with the drive device, which is designed to move the functional element from the standby position into the operating position when the drive device is activated. The control element is moved from a home position into a final actuation position via an initial actuation position when the drive device is activated. The control element forces the functional element from the standby position into the operating position when it moves from the home position into the initial actuation position. The control element retains the functional element in the operating position when it moves from the initial actuation position into the final actuation position.
E05B 85/18 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted about an axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
A vehicle door handle with a handle component is provided. The handle component includes a hollow body, and an inductive sensor device is arranged in a cavity in order to detect an actuation of the handle component. A support having a support fastening section and a self-supporting section connected to the latter are arranged in the cavity, wherein the support fastening section is secured to the vehicle door handle, and wherein the self-supporting section of the support extends in the interior of the cavity at a distance from the wall surfaces of the handle component such that the self-supporting section of the support is mechanically decoupled from the wall surfaces of the handle component. The inductive sensor device is held in the self-supporting section, wherein a metallic material is arranged in at least one section of those wall surfaces of the handle component which surround the self-supporting section.
A door handle system for actuation of a moveable part of a vehicle with a carrier arrangeable at the inner side of the moveable part, a door handle arrangeable at the outer side of the moveable part by the carrier. The door handle comprises two ends over a longitudinal extension at which connecting means are provided for the arrangement at the carrier respectively, a fasteningelement which serves for the arrangement of the door handle by connecting means at the carrier. The fasteningelement comprises at least one release position and one fixing position and an adjustment element for the adjustment of the fastening element The fastening element retains the door handle at the carrier in a fixing position. The fastening element is configured from two parts, wherein the two parts of the fastening element are coupled to one another.
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
A lock system for a motor vehicle includes a handle for opening a door or hatch, a drive device coupled to the handle, and a control device which is suited for checking an access code of a mobile ID transmitter, coupled to the drive device. A lock device is provided for the door or hatch. The handle can move between a non-use position in which it is flush with an outer contour of the door or hatch and an opening position in which it protrudes at least in part from the outer contour. The drive device is coupled and designed for opening or closing the door or hatch such that it moves along a movement path along which the drive device extends the handle into its opening position or retracts it into its non-use position, as well as actuating the lock device.
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
E05B 81/16 - Power-actuated vehicle locks characterised by the function or purpose of the powered actuators operating on locking elements for locking or unlocking action
E05B 81/12 - Power-actuated vehicle locks characterised by the function or purpose of the powered actuators
B60R 25/01 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles operating on vehicle systems or fittings, e.g. on doors, seats or windscreens
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
E05B 47/00 - Operating or controlling locks or other fastening devices by electric or magnetic means
E05B 77/44 - Burglar prevention, e.g. protecting against opening by unauthorised tools
E05B 81/14 - Power-actuated vehicle locks characterised by the function or purpose of the powered actuators operating on bolt detents, e.g. for unlatching the bolt
A holding element includes a door handle that actuates a door lock and the door handle support at a vehicle with at least a first and second retainer that fixes the holding element at the door handle support and at least a fastener that fastens a mechanical connection element for the actuation of the door lock wherein at least the first retainer serves for the form-fitting fixation of the holding element at the door handle support.
A door handle assembly for a motor vehicle includes a handle carrier mounted on the vehicle and a grip part rotatably mounted on the handle carrier. The grip part opens a door or flap of the motor vehicle. A coupling device is rotatably mounted on the handle carrier for transmitting an actuation of the grip part to a locking arrangement on the vehicle. A joint element pivotably interconnects the coupling device and the grip part. The joint element movably supports an actuating member which is moved by rotation translationally between mounting and operating positions. In the operating position, the actuating member is pivotably mounted on the coupling device and is in engagement with the grip part. In the mounting position, the actuating member bears against a blocking surface of the coupling device that blocks rotation of the actuating member and is out of engagement with the grip part.
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
A method for controlling access of a user to a physical device which is provided with an access control unit that can block and release access to functions of the physical device includes the provision of a central control platform and a mobile access device. An identification check of the user is carried out, the user being identified by the mobile access device. Following a successful identification check, a wireless communication link is established between the mobile access device and the access control unit of the physical device. Identification information and unique access data are transmitted from the mobile access device to the access control unit. The access control unit ascertains the access rights of the user to the physical device using the received information and additional information from the central control platform.
The invention relates to an optical device (100) for exposure of a sensor device (10) for a vehicle (1) with an optical structure (101) which comprises an arrangement of optical micro elements (101.1) in order to bundle incident light (2) by the optical micro elements (101.1) and direct the light to sensor elements (10.1) of the sensor device (10) respectively, wherein the optical structure (101) is configured such that light (3) which is directed to the sensor element (10.1) can be concentrated for light active areas (10.2) of the sensor elements (10.1).
The invention relates to a handle device (10) for a closing device (80) for a movable part (70), such as a door, flap or the like, of a vehicle (100) comprising a handle part (20) which can be supported in a movable manner relative to the movable part (70). The closing device (80) can be connected to the handle part (20) via a connection element (16), and the handle part (20) is used to actuate the closing device (80). The handle part (20) can be moved at least between a rest position (Ia) and an operating position (Ib). In the rest position (Ia), the handle part (20) can be designed to be flush with the outer contour of the movable part (70) in particular, and in the operating position (Ib), the handle part (20) can protrude from the movable part (70) such that the handle part (20) can be gripped by an operator. According to the invention, the handle part (20) can be moved from the operating position (Ib) into an additional trigger position (Ic), in which a mechanical actuation of the handle part (20) can be transmitted to the connection element (16), whereby the closing device (80) can be actuated.
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
E05B 79/20 - Connections between movable lock parts using flexible connections, e.g. Bowden cables
E05B 81/90 - Manual override in case of power failure
77.
Method for remotely controlling at least a first function of a safety device of a vehicle
d) comparing the actual distance with at least one defined specified distance, wherein the first function is activated if the actual distance is less than or equal to the specified distance.
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
B60R 25/01 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles operating on vehicle systems or fittings, e.g. on doors, seats or windscreens
B60R 25/20 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off
G08B 21/02 - Alarms for ensuring the safety of persons
78.
Data acquisition and measurement acquisition device for a door handle and associated method
The invention relates to a device (10) for data acquisition and measurement acquisition for a door handle (2) of a vehicle (1), said device comprising: at least one communications device (11), in particular an NFC device (11) for NFC data exchange with an external communications terminal (3); and at least one sensor device (12) for measuring (20) a change in capacitance.
According to the invention, just one voltage device (14) is provided for common adjustment of the voltages of the at least one communications device (11) and the at least one sensor device (12).
A handle assembly (10) for a door (60), particularly for a motor vehicle door, comprising an pivotable outer handle (11) arrangeable on the outside of a door (60), a first (12) and a second bearing arm (13) which are assembled at opposing ends of the outer handle (11) wherein both bearing arms (12, 13) are configured for reaching through recesses (62) in an outer skin (61) of the door (60) into an inside (63) of the door (60) wherein the outer handle (11) is pivotable from a closed position (43) into an open position (42) by an opening movement (40) and from an open position (42) into a closed position (43) by a closing movement (41).
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
E05B 85/14 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing
A sensor device for a motor vehicle includes a multi-layer circuit board on which a plurality of metallized planes are formed. A capacitive sensor electrode is formed on one of the planes for detection by capacitive approachment sensing. A control device controls the sensor electrode as a capacitive sensor electrode in order to detect approaches of a user towards the sensor electrode via an evaluation device. At least one planar electrode region is formed on each of the metallized planes, wherein each of the electrode regions is coupled to the control device. At least two of the electrode regions on different metallized planes are activated and evaluated as sensor electrodes and at least two of the electrode regions on different planes are activated and evaluated as the ground in a temporally offset manner.
H03K 17/955 - Proximity switches using a capacitive detector
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
G01R 27/26 - Measuring inductance or capacitance; Measuring quality factor, e.g. by using the resonance method; Measuring loss factor; Measuring dielectric constants
The invention relates to an assembly module (20) for a motor vehicle (1), comprising an optical sensor system (30) which is suitable for: a) monitoring a detection region (150) lying outside of the motor vehicle (1) in order to determine the proximity of a user (10), b) in the event of a detection of the user (10) in the detection region (150), monitoring an activation region (160) arranged within the detection region (150) in order to determine whether the user (10) is located within the activation region (160), and c) in the event of a detection of the user (10) in the activation region (160), triggering a signal for the execution of an action at the motor vehicle (1).
The invention relates to an assembly module (20) for a motor vehicle (1), said assembly module having an optical sensor system (30) which is suitable a) for monitoring an activation region (22) outside of the motor vehicle (1) during an activation duration in order to identify a user's intention in the activation region (22), b) for providing a working signal in the case that a user's intention has been identified. According to the invention, auxiliary means (31, 43, 45, 80) are provided which help the user (10) to make the user's intention in the activation region (22, 28) known so that the working signal can be provided.
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
B60Q 1/50 - 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 for indicating other intentions or conditions, e.g. request for waiting or overtaking
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
The invention relates to a mounted module (20) for a motor vehicle (1), comprising an optical sensor system (3) that is suitable for a) monitoring a detection area (21) located outside the vehicle (1), b) triggering a signal for starting an authentication process between an ID generator (13) and the motor vehicle (1) if a user (10) is detected in the detection area (21), c) monitoring an actuation area (22) which is located outside the vehicle (1) and differs from the detection area (21), d) providing an operating signal for the vehicle (1) if a user is detected in the actuation area (22).
The invention relates to an assembly module (20) for a motor vehicle (1), comprising an optical sensor system (30) which is suitable a) for monitoring a detection area (21) located outside of the vehicle (1), b) if a user (10) is detected in the detection area (21), for triggering a signal to commence an authentication check between an ID transponder (13) and the motor vehicle (1), c) for monitoring an actuation area (22) which is located outside of the vehicle (1) and which is different from the detection area (21), d) if a user (10) is detected in the actuation area (22), for providing a working signal for the vehicle (1), wherein an emergency actuation means (90) is provided for additionally triggering the working signal, which emergency actuation means is suitable e) for providing a working signal for the vehicle (1) via an activation of the emergency actuation means (90) by a body part (11, 12) of the user (10).
B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
E05F 15/73 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects
B60R 25/01 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles operating on vehicle systems or fittings, e.g. on doors, seats or windscreens
B60R 25/30 - Detection related to theft or to other events relevant to anti-theft systems
B60R 25/40 - Features of the power supply for the anti-theft system, e.g. anti-theft batteries, back-up power supply or means to save battery power
The invention relates to an inside door handle system for a door of a vehicle, wherein the door is transferable into a locking state and into an unlocked state by a closing system, comprising an actuation element for the actuation of the closing system and at least one support connectable with the door at which the actuation element is assembled, and further comprising at least a sensor element which with an approaching of an object in its recognition area transmits a recognition signal, wherein a release mode for the closing system is intended with which the closing system is in the unlocked state with which the actuation of the actuation element successively effects an opening function of the door wherein a control unit can be brought into data communication with the closing system and the sensor element, wherein in dependence on an existing recognition signal and of a vehicle related release signal the control unit transfers the closing system into the release mode.
E05B 17/10 - Illuminating devices on, or for, locks or keys
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
E05B 81/78 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles as part of a hands-free locking or unlocking operation
B60R 25/20 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off
G05B 23/00 - Testing or monitoring of control systems or parts thereof
A door handle arrangement for a motor vehicle, includes a support, a handle that is swivel-mounted on the support to be moved between a rest position and an actuated position along a first movement path, a locking cylinder and a resetting device. The handle can be pivoted with respect to the locking cylinder into a release position in such a way that it can be lifted off the locking cylinder and the locking cylinder is released for inserting a key. The handle is designed in such a way that it can be pivoted from the actuated position along a second movement path, which is adjacent to the first movement path, into the release position, wherein in the release position of the handle, the handle is retained in its release position by a locking element.
E05B 79/10 - Connections between movable lock parts
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
E05B 79/06 - Mounting of handles, e.g. to the wing or to the lock
E05B 79/20 - Connections between movable lock parts using flexible connections, e.g. Bowden cables
E05B 81/78 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles as part of a hands-free locking or unlocking operation
A method for controlling access of a user to a physical device which is provided with an access control unit that can block and release access to functions of the physical device includes the provision of a central control platform and a mobile access device. An identification check of the user is carried out, the user being identified by the mobile access device. Following a successful identification check, a wireless communication link is established between the mobile access device and the access control unit of the physical device. Identification information and unique access data are transmitted from the mobile access device to the access control unit. The access control unit ascertains the access rights of the user to the physical device using the received information and additional information from the central control platform.
An electronic assembly for a motor vehicle includes a housing, a control and evaluation device disposed in the housing which is adapted to be coupled to a control device of the motor vehicle and an illumination device coupled to the control and evaluation device. The illumination device is adapted to be actuated by the control and evaluation device. A target area characterizing a detection area outside of the housing can be marked by an optical signal. The illumination device is adapted to be activated by the control and evaluation device for emitting light with different colors.
B60Q 1/50 - 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 for indicating other intentions or conditions, e.g. request for waiting or overtaking
B08B 3/02 - Cleaning by the force of jets or sprays
B60Q 1/24 - 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 for lighting other areas than only the way ahead
F21V 5/04 - Refractors for light sources of lens shape
H05B 33/08 - Circuit arrangements for operating electroluminescent light sources
A camera device (10) is provided and includes a drive unit (50) connected via a transmission mechanism to a carriage (11). The carriage (11) mechanically holds a camera (4) and can move the carriage (11) together with the camera (4) at least between a standby position (1) and a recording position (2) along a movement direction (7). The carriage (11) is movably arranged in a housing (20) by at least one guide (11.3, 11.4). A movable cover (12) can close an opening (23) in the housing (20) in a closed position when the camera (4) assumes its standby position (1). A switch element (16) can trigger a signal for a vehicle-specific function. In the closed position (17), a manual pressure (90) on the cover (12) causes movement of the carriage (11) with the camera (4), which can switch the camera from its standby position (1) into an auxiliary position (3).
A handle unit having a handle element for opening and/or closing a lock provided on a moving part includes a lock cylinder, which is protected by a covering cap, and an attachment element, on which the covering cap is releasably disposed. The covering cap has at least one guide projection on the interior thereof, which bears on a guide surface when in the snap-in position, which is formed on the attachment element and is complementary to the guide projection. The attachment element forcibly guides the movement of the covering cap when the covering cap is released, such that the at least one guide projection moves along the complementary guide surface, away from the attachment element.
E05B 77/34 - Protection against weather or dirt, e.g. against water ingress
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
E05B 79/06 - Mounting of handles, e.g. to the wing or to the lock
The invention relates to a motor vehicle camera system with an image capture unit and a drive device by means of which the image capture unit can be displaced from a standby position into at least one operating position, wherein the image capture unit is arranged in a mounting chamber of a motor vehicle and the mounting chamber has a movable closing element, wherein said closing element closes the mounting chamber if the image capture unit is in the standby position thereof, and opens the mounting chamber at least partially to the environment if the image capture unit is displaced into an operating position, wherein the closing element is at least partially transparent, and the image capture unit is aligned in the standby position thereof so that the image capture unit in the standby position thereof captures an outer region of the motor vehicle through the closing element.
A door handle system for actuation of a moveable part of a vehicle particularly a door or a hatchback door or suchlike, comprises: a carrier which can be assembled at the inner side of the movable part; a door handle which can be assembled at the outer side of the moveable part by the carrier, wherein the door handle comprises two ends over its longitudinal extension at which connection means are intended respectively for the assembly at the carrier; a fastening element which serves for the assembly of the door handle by at least a connection means at the carrier, wherein the fastening element comprises at least one release position and a fixing position; and an adjustment element which serves for an adjustment of the fastening element between the release position and the fixing position.
the gear means are configured in such a way that via a manual actuation from the outside (5) the camera (4) is moveable in a further additional position (3) going beyond the retracted position (1).
The invention relates to a method for authenticating a driver (2) in a motor vehicle (1), having a detection device (10) which is arranged in the motor vehicle (1) and has the purpose of detecting actual data (50) of the driver (2) which is transmitted during the authentication to a checking device (20) which is arranged in an external station (3) outside the motor vehicle (1), wherein the checking device (20) compares the actual data (50) with setpoint data (60), and when the actual data (50) corresponds to the setpoint data (60) an enable signal (70) is transmitted from the external station (3) to the motor vehicle (1), as a result of which a starting process of the motor vehicle (1) for the driver (2) is made possible.
A vehicle door handle assembly includes an actuating element, which is actuated by a user gripping the handle from behind. The actuating element protrudes outward through a recess in the handle from an inner cavity through a wall of the handle over an outer contour of the handle. The actuating element is movable through the recess in the direction of the handle inner cavity against an elastic restoring force. The actuating element is at least in sections made of a metal. Located inside the handle is a stationary electric module with an inductive distance sensor so that when the actuating element moves, the distance of the actuating element in relation to the inductive distance sensor changes. An evaluation unit detects the signals of the inductive distance sensor, detects an actuation as a function of the signals, and provides an output signal.
E05B 81/64 - Monitoring or sensing, e.g. by using switches or sensors
E05B 85/16 - Handles pivoted about an axis parallel to the wing a longitudinal grip part being pivoted at one end about an axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the grip part
E05B 81/76 - Detection of handle operation; Detection of a user approaching a handle; Electrical switching actions performed by handles
E05B 17/10 - Illuminating devices on, or for, locks or keys
A sensor device for a motor vehicle including a control and evaluation circuit and at least one sensor electrode coupled therewith, wherein the sensor electrode is designed as a conductor loop, which is coupled to the control and evaluation circuit at two contacts. The control and evaluation circuit has a measurement circuit, which monitors the sensor electrode for capacitance changes. The control and evaluation circuit includes a testing circuit that can be activated intermittently, which tests the integrity of the sensor electrode and its coupling to the control and evaluation circuit. The testing circuit has a triggering mechanism that can be activated in order to intermittently couple a test capacitor to the sensor electrode, such that the measurement circuit also detects the capacitance of the test capacitor in addition to the capacitance of the sensor electrode.
G01R 27/26 - Measuring inductance or capacitance; Measuring quality factor, e.g. by using the resonance method; Measuring loss factor; Measuring dielectric constants
E05F 15/73 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects
G01D 5/24 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying capacitance
G01D 18/00 - Testing or calibrating apparatus or arrangements provided for in groups
E05F 15/46 - Detection using safety edges responsive to changes in electrical capacitance
An operating device for a motor vehicle includes a plurality of proximity sensors for detecting contactless actuation. The operating device extends in a first plane and the sensors are disposed in that plane, separated from one another and oriented with their detection regions in the same spatial direction. A control and evaluation device is coupled to the sensors for detection of signals from each of the sensors. The sensors are covered with at least one electrically insulating plastic cover and, thus, separated from the detection region. At least one electrically conductive separating device is disposed between the sensors and oriented toward the side facing the detection regions, and directly adjacent to the plastic cover.
G01D 5/24 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying capacitance
E05F 15/76 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects responsive to devices carried by persons or objects, e.g. magnets or reflectors
98.
Image capturing system with flexible transfer element
The invention relates to an image capturing system with a camera unit for capturing images of the outside area of a motor vehicle, and with a protective element, wherein at least the camera unit and/or the protective element can be moved via a mechanism by means of a drive from at least a closed position (Ia) into at least an open position (IIa), wherein in the closed position (Ia) of the protective element at least one lens of the camera unit is located behind the protective element so as to be inaccessible from the outside, and in the open position (IIa) at least the lens of the camera unit is exposed for image capture by the protective element. It is essential to the invention that at least the deflecting element is arranged on the mechanism, the deflecting element serving to change the direction of force applied to the mechanism, thus allowing a compact installation space to be realized.
The invention relates to an apparatus (10) for a security system of a vehicle (1), in particular for a keyless activation of a locking mechanism of the vehicle (1), having a communication device (20) for communication with a mobile identification transmitter (100) by means of a radio signal (F) with a radio frequency (F.1), wherein an inductive charging process (L) can be carried out in the region of the vehicle (1) with a charging frequency (L.1), in particular for electrically charging an energy storage device.
According to the invention the radio frequency (F.1) differs from the charging frequency (L.1) such that an interference in the communication with the mobile identification transmitter (100) can be prevented.
A rear light module for a motor vehicle includes a housing, which has a connecting side facing toward the interior of the motor vehicle and an emission side facing toward the exterior of the motor vehicle. The housing includes multiple mountings at the connecting side, which are designed for implementing and mechanically supporting lamps mounted on sockets. The lamps with their sockets are arranged, respectively, in one of the mountings for forming a connection from the connecting side and extending into the housing. Besides the mountings for the lamps, at least one further mounting is designed, in which is selectively insertable a removable proximity sensor mounted on a socket, so that the proximity sensor can be connected from the connecting side, extends into the housing and detects when a user approaches the emission side.
B60Q 1/00 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
B60Q 1/30 - 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 for indicating rear of vehicle, e.g. by means of reflecting surfaces