Most innovative companies for 01/04/2022 (new inventions)
Exciting new inventions from Hyundai Motor Company, Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha, The Boeing Company, Illinois Tool Works Inc. And Ford Global Technologies, Llc
This is a weekly article summarizing a handful of inventions from the most innovative companies in the world. The summaries are created by an A.I. and proof-read by a human before publication. Attempts are made to ensure accuracy of the descriptions, but it is very much a work in progress. Each invention description is preceeded by a poem about the invention that is written by the A.I. I have found the limerick is actually quite good at explaining the invention in simple terms. Enjoy!
Hyundai Motor Company
Suspension system with compliance control arm offers smoother ride
What is this invention?
Suspension system for vehicle
There once was a car with a knuckle
That rotated to support the wheel.
The lower control arm
Was mounted along the width,
And one end was connected with compliance.
Looking for a suspension system that can handle the toughest of roads? Look no further than Hyundai's new knuckle suspension system. This innovative design allows for rotatably supporting a wheel while maintaining excellent compliance along the vehicle's width direction. This makes it perfect for vehicles with a wide variety of body types and configurations. Not to mention, the wheel-side end portion is connected to a lower portion of the knuckle through an external joint, making installation quick and easy - even on difficult terrain. If you're in the market for an upgrade that will make your drive easier and more comfortable, don't hesitate to check out Hyundai's latest innovation!
The suspension system may include a knuckle that rotates to support a wheel, and a lower control arm that is mounted along the vehicle's width direction and connects the knuckle and the vehicle body. The lower control arm may include a wheel-side end portion connected to a lower portion of the knuckle through an external joint, a front end portion connected to the vehicle body through an inner lower joint, and a rear end portion connected to the vehicle body through an inner lower joint. One of the front and rear end portions may be connected to a portion of the vehicle body through a compliance control arm.
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Control Your Vehicle Battery Charging with Three Modes
What is this invention?
System and method of controlling charge of vehicle battery
There once was a battery with charge
That could be controlled in three ways:
First, second, or third,
With full-bridge circuits and converters,
The charge of the battery was kept at bay.
It's that time of year again - when families start packing up their vehicles for the summer and road trips become a reality. One important part of any trip is ensuring your vehicle has enough power to get you where you're going. One way to do this is by charging your battery at an appropriate rate. With so many different charging modes available on today's vehicles, it can be hard to decide which one to use. Luckily, our control unit can help make the decision for you! In addition, our full-bridge circuit units ensure that all three batteries are being charged evenly - maximizing efficiency and reducing charge time overall. So whether you're headed out for a day at the beach or hitting the open road, make sure to pack your HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY hitch controller!
The text describes a method of controlling charge of a vehicle battery, which includes determining whether the battery is charged in one of three charging modes: first, second, or third. If the battery is charged in one of these modes, then the control unit charges at least one battery using one or more full-bridge circuit units and low voltage direct current (DC) converter units.
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Lane Change Control for Safer Roads
What is this invention?
Apparatus and method for controlling lane change in vehicle
There once was an apparatus so keen,
With a sensor to sense an external vehicle.
The input device received a lane change command,
And the control circuit calculated a minimum operation speed.
Based on the distance between the vehicle and a preceding one,
The decision was made whether to accelerate or not.
Lane change is a crucial maneuver for any driver, and it can be especially difficult when you're trying to change lanes in a large vehicle like a truck or SUV. With the help of Hyundai Motor Company's new lane change apparatus, however, this task just became much easier. The device uses sensors to detect nearby vehicles and then calculates the safest speed for lane change based on your current driving conditions. If necessary, it will even accelerate the vehicle if there is not enough space between you and the car in front of you. This technology has the potential to make changing lanes much more safe and efficient - helping drivers take advantage of available spaces more effectively while avoiding potential collisions. Keep an eye out for this innovation as it becomes increasingly popular among professional drivers!
The apparatus includes a sensor to sense an external vehicle, an input device to receive a lane change command from a driver of the vehicle, and a control circuit to be electrically connected with the sensor and the input device. The control circuit may receive the lane change command using the input device, calculate a minimum operation speed for lane change control, and determine whether to accelerate the vehicle based on a distance between a preceding vehicle which is traveling on the same lane as the vehicle and the vehicle, when a driving speed of the vehicle is lower than the minimum operation speed when receiving the lane change command.
Hyundai Motor Company
Vehicle Body Provides Stable Base for High Voltage Battery
What is this invention?
Vehicle body on which a high voltage battery is mounted
The vehicle body has a floor
On which the battery's placed stably.
Side sills extend forward and back,
And coupling members keep them in track.
Cross member goes from side to side,
Keeping everything stable inside.
Do you ever find yourself wishing you had more storage space in your car? Well, with this innovative new vehicle body design from Hyundai Motor Company, that problem may soon be a thing of the past! The Vehicle Body on which a high voltage battery is mounted includes a stable battery placement on the vehicle floor as well as side sills that allow for easy access to the battery. Plus, the front and rear coupling members are combined with side members to create an easily accessible extension line. This allows for quick and easy installation of any high voltage battery system - no more struggling to get that big power pack in place! If you're looking for an upgrade that will change the way you think about storage in your car, then look no further than this innovative new design from Hyundai Motor Company.
The vehicle body includes a vehicle body floor on which a battery is placed stably, side sills disposed on both lateral sides of the vehicle body floor, respectively, to extend in forward and backward directions, a plurality of coupling members, wherein front portions of the coupling members are combined with respective front side members, rear portions of the coupling members are combined with the side sills, respectively, and each coupling member connects, in an extension line, between the respective front side member and the respective side sill in the forward and backward directions. The cross member extends across the vehicle body floor and couples the coupling members. Each end of the cross member is combined with one of the side sill.
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
A Device That Increases The Speed Of Coating Jobs
What is this invention?
Coating device
There once was a device for coating
That used a rotary head for atomizing
With voltage from a power supply part
And current based on total and leak flow
The control part kept things in motion
Looking to improve the efficiency and quality of your coating process? Check out this amazing new invention from Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha! The coating device includes a rotary head that is configured so that a coating material is electrostatically atomized. This results in a much smoother and more consistent coat than traditional methods, while also reducing the amount of waste produced. Additionally, the control part is configured so as to calculate a discharge current based on a total current flowing from the power supply part to the rotary head and leak current. In doing so, it is able to control the power supply part based on actual needs rather than relying on estimations or assumptions. This innovative technology has the potential to revolutionize not only coatings but all manufacturing processes!
The coating device includes a rotary head, a power supply part that applies a voltage to the rotary head, and a control part that controls the power supply part. The rotary head is configured so that a coating material is electrostatically atomized. The control part is configured so as to calculate discharge current based on total current flowing from the power supply part to the rotary head and leak current, and control the power supply part based on discharge current.
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
Voltage Control System Keeps Output Current at a Safe Level
What is this invention?
Voltage control system with addition term and fuel cell system
There once was a voltage control system
That could set the duty ratio in a present cycle
By adding an addition term to a feedforward term
The addition term being determined by use of a current deviation
Which is a difference between a target value of an output current in the present cycle and a current measured value in a previous cycle
The duty ratio in the previous cycle corresponding to an increase of the output current in the present cycle
Looking for a new voltage control system? Check out this amazing innovation from Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha! This system allows the converter controlling portion to set a duty ratio in a present cycle by adding an addition term to a feedforward term, which is determined by use of a current deviation. This addition term is then corresponding to an increase of the output current in the present cycle. This makes it possible to more accurately regulate your engine's power while keeping your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently. If you're looking for something that will improve your overall driving experience, then this is definitely worth checking out!
This voltage control system sets a duty ratio in a present cycle by adding an addition term to a feedforward term, the addition term being determined by use of a current deviation, which is a difference between a target value of an output current in the present cycle and a current measured value in a previous cycle. The duty ratio in the previous cycle corresponds to an increase of the output current in the present cycle.
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
ECU Prevents Charging When Response Time is Equal to Stored Time
What is this invention?
Vehicle charge controller for preventing external charging from charging facility based on response time of charging facility
The ECU won't let you charge your car
If the response time is too far
It needs to be quick
Or else it'll say nix
To giving your battery some juice.
Do you ever worry about your car battery charging while you're away? With this new technology from Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha, you no longer have to! The Vehicle Charge Controller prevents external charging from being performed while your car is plugged in, by monitoring the response time of the charging station. If the response time falls below a certain threshold, then the ECU will not allow external charging to take place. This way, you can rest assured that your car battery will never be overcharged while you're away! This is an important innovation for people who travel often and rely on their cars to get them where they need to go. Thanks Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha!
The ECU executes a charge preparation communication sequence after a connector is connected to an inlet and before external charging is performed. The ECU counts the response time (message transmission and reception time) of a charging station to a prescribed event. If the response time counted during the charge preparation communication sequence is equal to the message transmission and reception time stored in the memory, then the ECU does not perform external charging.
THE BOEING COMPANY
Drill first and second openings through aircraft members to assemble with ease
What is this invention?
Method of assembling members of an assembly
There once was an aircraft assembly
That needed some drilling and chamfering
The first member had one opening
And the second had two
They aligned them and then increased the diameter
Drilling apertures through aircraft parts is an important step in the assembly process. It allows for the proper alignment of components, and helps to prevent damage during installation. In this article, we will be taking a look at one such drilling method - chamfering. Chamfering is a technique used to create a smooth edge on an opening by rounding off its corners. It is typically done on mating surfaces of two objects - like screws and plates - to ensure that they fit together perfectly. Chamfering can also be applied to other types of openings, such as holes in metal sheeting or wings on airplanes.
The text describes a method of assembling an aircraft assembly, comprising drilling at least one first opening through the first member, the at least one opening having a first diameter, and drilling at least one second opening through the second member, the at least one second opening having the first diameter. The method also includes forming a chamfer on the at least one first opening and the at least one second opening, the chamfer having a chamfer diameter, and positioning the first and second members to align the at least one first opening and the at least one second opening. The method further includes drilling the at least one firstopening and the at least one second opening to a second diameter, wherein the second diameter is greater than the first diameter.
The Boeing Company
Construction System Wound Tubular Braiding Creates Unique Composite Structures
What is this invention?
Composite structures constructed of wound tubular braiding
There once was a machine for braiding
That could also be used for winding
With a forming machine, too
You could make a composite structure
Out of a tubular braid of unidirectional tape
The Boeing Company has come up with a revolutionary new system for constructing composite structures! The system uses a braiding machine, a winding tool and a forming machine to create an incredibly strong and durable product. The wound tubular braiding is constructed of a biaxial or triaxial tubular braid of unidirectional tape, which makes it extremely versatile and adaptable to various applications. This system has the potential to revolutionize the way we construct composite materials, making them stronger and more resistant to damage than ever before. We can't wait to see what amazing things this technology will be able to do in the future!
This system for constructing a composite structure includes a braiding machine, a winding tool and a forming machine. The composite structure is constructed of a wound tubular braiding. The wound tubular braiding is constructed of a biaxial or triaxial tubular braid of unidirectional tape.
THE BOEING COMPANY
Stringers and aircraft skin structures - Keep your wings looking good!
What is this invention?
Stringers for aircraft skin structures and related methods
There once was a stringer named Jake
Who wanted to make an aircraft skin.
He used two materials to make it great,
And the result was just fine.
Looking for a way to improve the strength and durability of your aircraft skin structures? Look no further than Boeing's new stringers! These innovative pieces of hardware are specially designed to help strengthen and protect aircraft skin structures, making them more resistant to damage. Not only that, but they also allow for a more flexible and comfortable ride during flight. Whether you're looking to replace worn out parts or simply add extra stability, stringers are an essential part of any aircraft maintenance plan. So don't wait - order your strings today!
The Boeing Company
A Wing That Floats
What is this invention?
Wing, aircraft, and method for delaying wing stall of an aircraft
There once was an aircraft wing
That had a drooped contour leading edge
It was coupled to the fuselage
And provided good lift and protection
Do you ever feel like your wings are just hanging there, waiting for the perfect moment to stall? Well, thanks to this innovative design from The Boeing Company, that may no longer be a problem! The Wing is a new aircraft component designed to delay wing stall. By drooping the leading edge of the inboard section, it allows more air flow underneath the wing and prevents it from stalling. This could potentially save thousands of lives each year and is sure to revolutionize aviation as we know it. If you're looking for an innovative way to improve your flying experience, then look no further - the Wing has you covered!
A wing includes an inner end configured to be coupled to a fuselage of an aircraft, an inboard section extending from the inner end, a fixed leading edge of the inboard section having a drooped contour positioned along at least a portion thereof, and an outboard section extending from the inboard section.
THE BOEING COMPANY
Keep your galley cool with our new aircraft galley cart!
What is this invention?
Galley and method of assembling a galley
There was an aircraft galley,
With metal structural members so rally.
Each panel had a core,
And facesheet with an inner surface.
The frame and panels defined a cart compartment to hold a galley cart.
The Boeing Company has released a new galley for aircraft! The galley is designed to help keep your food and drink cold while you're on-board. The galley features a cooling system that can supply cooled airflow from a heat exchanger to the cart compartment, which in turn helps keep your food and drink cold. The panels located inside the cart compartment cover the interior surfaces of the metal structural members, preventing any contact between your food and the metal. This will ensure that your meal remains fresh and delicious throughout your flight!
The galley for an aircraft includes a frame having metal structural members with interior surfaces and panels coupled to and supported by the frame. Each panel has a core and a facesheet having an inner surface. The frame and the panels define a cart compartment configured to receive a galley cart. The interior surfaces of the metal structural members are interior of the inner surface of the corresponding facesheet. The galley includes a cooling system having a supply duct and return duct along one or more of the panels in flow communication with the cart compartment configured to supply cooled airflow from a heat exchanger. The insulating panels located in the cart compartment cover the interior surfaces of the corresponding metal structural member.
ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
Systems and Methods for Selecting Welding Schedules in Welder TORCHES
What is this invention?
Methods and systems for selecting welding schedules in a welding-type torch
There once was a welder named Joe
Who found himself in a bind
He needed to weld but his torch was old
And the new one just didn't fit right
But he found a way to make it work
By setting the schedule with ease
Now he can weld all day long
Without having to change a thing!
Welding has come a long way in the last few decades, and with that comes a need for more efficient welding schedules. With today's technology, we can easily set up specific welding parameters to be used during any given job - no matter how complex it may seem at first. One of the most important aspects of modern welding is the ability to quickly and easily change welding schedules as needed - without having to break out the heavy equipment or remove any structural supports. Illinois Tool Works Inc. has developed a system that allows for this type of flexibility and control, without requiring any modifications to your existing welding equipment! Their input device is connected directly to your power source, so there is never any need for extra cables or connections. Simply connect your torch and device, set the parameter you want to change (welding schedule included!), and hit "send."
The patent describes systems and methods for selecting welding schedules in welding-type torches. A welding-type torch is configured with an input device that allows the user to set welding schedules associated with a welding-type power source used in conjunction with the torch. The schedule can be set without requiring any changes to the structure of the connector between the torch and power source. This allows for easy adjustment of weld parameters while maintaining compatibility between different types of torches and devices.
Illinois Tool Works Inc.
Torch with Adjustable Feed Rolls Allows for Precise Welder Output
What is this invention?
Motor assembly for a push-pull welding torch
There once was a push-pull torch
That used a motor to rotate its mechanical component.
The welding wire was fed through the torch
By two feed rolls that were operatively coupled.
This allowed for offsetting the plane
So that the welds would be just fine!
Do you love welding but hate the hassle of trying to keep your torch properly aligned? Well, look no further than the Illinois Tool Works Inc. motor assembly! This innovative design allows you to rotate a mechanical component (such as a welder) about a first axis using a drive motor that is aligned with the first axis. This makes it much easier to get your welds in the right spot - without having to constantly adjust your position on the Torch. Not only does this system make welding more efficient, but it also saves you time and frustration. If you're looking for an easy way to improve your welding skills, then give these motors a try!
The disclosure provides motor assemblies and methods for a push-pull torch. The method includes rotating the mechanical component about a first axis in the welding torch using a drive motor aligned with the first axis, and feeding a welding wire through the welding torch via a first feed roll and a second feed roll. The first feed roll is operatively coupled with the mechanical component, the first and second feed rolls define a plane through which the welding wire passes, and the plane is generally parallel to and offset from the first axis.
ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
Seal your zipper for a perfect thermoformed package!
What is this invention?
Machine direction, transverse direction and angled pre-applied zippers in the angled and transverse direction
A method, apparatus, and product are found
In the art of reclosable packaging.
The zipper is sealed to a film structure
Before it's treated by the machine-
This provides improved sealing and reduces leakage during processing.
Packaging has never been so convenient! With the advent of reclosable packaging, it is now easier than ever to get your product into customers' hands. Illinois Tool Works Inc. has developed a machine direction, transverse direction and angled pre-applied zipper that makes this process incredibly simple. Simply orient the zipper in the desired direction and let the packaging machine do its thing - producing a thermoformed package that is ready for shipping or sale. No more waiting around for hours on end while your products are being made! This innovative technology is sure to revolutionize the way we think about packaging - making it easier and faster than ever before. So don't wait - start using reclosable packaging today!
The present disclosure relates to a method, apparatus and product in the art of reclosable packaging wherein the zipper is sealed to a film structure prior to treatment by the packaging machine for producing a thermoformed package. The zipper can be oriented in the machine direction, the transverse direction or at an angled orientation. This provides improved sealing and reduces leakage during processing.
Ford Global Technologies, LLC
Control your trailer with a simple smartphone app
What is this invention?
Saturated steering detection and operation for guided vehicle operation
There once was a method for controlling a vehicle
It included detecting the position of the trailer's coupler
Based on the steering angle range, they'd identify the trajectory range of the hitch
If the first detected position was outside of that, they'd find a nearby position to switch
Then they'd maneuver the vehicle so that the hitch was aligned with that nearby position
Check out this amazing innovation! The competition is scared! With the increasing popularity of recreational vehicles and increased cargo capacity, it is important for drivers to have a way of controlling their towed vehicle. One such system is the Ford Global Technologies, LLC hitch controller. The hitch controller uses sensor data from a variety of sensors within the vehicle to determine where a trailer coupler is located and then calculates an appropriate trajectory range based on the steering angle range of the vehicle. If the detected position falls outside this calculated range, then manual intervention may be necessary in order to bring the trailer into alignment with your tow car. This type of system has many benefits over traditional Tow Vehicle Control Systems (TVCS). For one, it can more accurately predict when you will need to adjust your steering in order to stay within your desired trajectory range - minimizing potential harm caused by incorrect adjustments. Competitors will have a hard time keeping up with this latest innovation!
The method for controlling a vehicle includes identifying a first detected position of a trailer coupler in the sensor data and identifying a trajectory range of a hitch of the vehicle based on a steering angle range of the vehicle. In response to the first detected position being outside the trajectory range, the method may continue by calculating a nearby position within the trajectory range based on the trajectory range. The method further comprises maneuvering the vehicle aligning the hitch with the nearby position.
FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
First Vehicle Drives on On-Ramp
What is this invention?
Vehicle operation on an on-ramp
A vehicle drives on a curve,
Detecting a second road.
It's determined that there is now parallel traffic,
Or the road boundary of the first.
This means the driver is driving on an off-ramp!
Are you looking for an innovative way to help control your vehicle while driving on the open road? Look no further than the Ford Global Technologies, LLC hitch controller! This system uses a variety of sensors within your car to determine where a trailer coupler is located and calculates an appropriate trajectory range based on your steering angle range. If the detected position falls outside this calculated range, then manual intervention may be necessary in order to bring the trailer into alignment with your tow car. This type of system has many benefits over traditional Tow Vehicle Control Systems (TVCS). For one, it can more accurately predict when you will need to adjust your steering in order to stay within your desired trajectory range - minimizing potential harm caused by incorrect adjustments. Competitors will have a hard time keeping up with this latest innovation!
The text describes various scenarios in which a vehicle might be driving on a curve. If it is determined that the vehicle is driving on a curve on a first road, then parallel traffic will be present. If it is determined that the vehicle is by detecting a second road, then the road boundary of the first road will be present as well. If it is determined that there is simultaneously at least one of (a) the first vehicle driving on the curve on the first road or (b) the road boundary of the first road and at least one of (c) parallel traffic or (d) tangential traffic, then it can be determined that the driver is driving on an off-ramp.
Ford Global Technologies, LLC
Virtual Soothing in Transportation Vehicles: A New Way to Soothe Passengers
What is this invention?
Virtual soothing in a transportation vehicle
There once was a way to be soothed
When traveling in vehicles fraught with unease--
With sensors that monitored data,
Transportation could be calmer, for sure!
For those feeling anxious or scared on long trips,
This paper's idea just may prove to be the key.
Do you ever find yourself feeling restless or anxious during long car rides? Ford has the solution - Virtual Soothing. This technology uses monitoring data from a variety of sensors in your vehicle to determine if there is a need for calming and soothing for the passenger. If so, then a multimedia message will be sent directly to their device that addresses the need. The message may be specific to that passenger and relevant to the situation. By providing this type of personalized service, Ford hopes to reduce anxiety and make long car rides more comfortable for everyone involved!
This paper describes a way to provide virtual soothing in transportation vehicles. The idea is to use monitoring data from sensors in the vehicle to detect things like calming needs or emergencies and then provide personalized messages addressing those needs. This could be helpful for passengers who may be feeling anxious or scared on long trips.
FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
Loose Layered Build Components Allow for Easy Assembly
What is this invention?
Vehicle assemblies with loose layered build components
There once was a process for building cars
With layers of components that weren't too far
The features would line up
And movement was allowed
So the process wasn't too hard
Do you ever feel like your car is always in a state of flux? It seems like every time you start it up, there's something new that needs to be fixed or replaced. Well, maybe not everything is always changing - but the components within your vehicle certainly are! That's why we love this innovative product from Ford Global Technologies, LLC. Their loose layered build components system allows for quick and easy assembly of vehicles by allowing for movement of individual components in at least one direction during the manufacturing process. This means less wasted time and hassle when it comes to getting your car back on the road as quickly as possible! Not to mention, this system also helps reduce the chance of defects or failures due to incorrect assembly - making sure that your car runs smoothly all year long!
The text describes vehicle assemblies that include a plurality of loose, layered build components. The locating features allow for the component to be located and supported relative to other components of the assembly while still permitting movement in at least one direction during the assembly process.