GB2355763A - Obstruction detection for window - Google Patents
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- GB2355763A GB2355763A GB9925309A GB9925309A GB2355763A GB 2355763 A GB2355763 A GB 2355763A GB 9925309 A GB9925309 A GB 9925309A GB 9925309 A GB9925309 A GB 9925309A GB 2355763 A GB2355763 A GB 2355763A
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- window
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- window frame
- frequency signal
- closing
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- E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
- E05F—DEVICES FOR MOVING WINGS INTO OPEN OR CLOSED POSITION; CHECKS FOR WINGS; WING FITTINGS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, CONCERNED WITH THE FUNCTIONING OF THE WING
- E05F15/00—Power-operated mechanisms for wings
- E05F15/40—Safety devices, e.g. detection of obstructions or end positions
- E05F15/42—Detection using safety edges
- E05F15/43—Detection using safety edges responsive to disruption of energy beams, e.g. light or sound
- E05F15/431—Detection using safety edges responsive to disruption of energy beams, e.g. light or sound specially adapted for vehicle windows or roofs
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- E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
- E05Y—INDEXING SCHEME ASSOCIATED WITH SUBCLASSES E05D AND E05F, RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION ELEMENTS, ELECTRIC CONTROL, POWER SUPPLY, POWER SIGNAL OR TRANSMISSION, USER INTERFACES, MOUNTING OR COUPLING, DETAILS, ACCESSORIES, AUXILIARY OPERATIONS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, APPLICATION THEREOF
- E05Y2900/00—Application of doors, windows, wings or fittings thereof
- E05Y2900/50—Application of doors, windows, wings or fittings thereof for vehicles
- E05Y2900/53—Type of wing
- E05Y2900/55—Windows
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Abstract
A system (20) for the detection of an obstruction in the path of a closing window (14) which is movable by an electric motor (16) and which has an edge (18) receivable in a portion (10) of a window frame (12) on closing of the window, the system comprising a high frequency transmitter (22) positionable at one end (28) of the portion of the window frame for transmitting a high frequency signal along the portion of the window frame; a high frequency receiver (24) positionable at the other end (30) of the portion of the window frame for receiving the high frequency signal transmitted along the portion of the window frame by the transmitter; and a control unit (26) for monitoring the high frequency signal received by the receiver, the control unit being connectable to the electric motor to control the operation of the motor dependent on the signal received by the receiver.
Description
2355763 OBSTRUCTION DETECTION FOR A WINDOW
Technical Field
The present invention relates to a system for an electrically operated window which can detect the presence of an obstruction in the path of the window during closing, and which can stop the window. The present invention has particular application for use with an electrically operated window in a motor vehicle.
io Background of the Invention
Electrically operated windows, especially in motor vehicles, are well known. During closing of the window, there is a risk that an object, such as a person's hand, may become trapped between the window and the frame. A known obstruction detection system monitors the torque developed by the electric motor which drives the window, and, on detection of increased torque, assumes that an obstruction is preventing closing of the window. The system then stops the electric motor, and, in some cases, reverses the electric motor to open the window.
Summary of the Invention
It is an object of the present invention to provide an alternative system for obstruction detection for a closing window.
A system in accordance with the present invention for the detection of an obstruction in the path of a closing window which is movable by an electric motor and which has an edge receivable in a portion of a window frame on closing of the window, comprises a high frequency transmitter positionable at one end of the portion of the window frame for transmitting a high frequency signal along the portion of the window frame; a high frequency receiver positionable at the other end of the portion of the window frame for receiving the high frequency signal transmitted along the portion of the window frame by the transmitter; and a control unit for 2 monitoring the high frequency signal received by the receiver, the control unit being connectable to the electric motor to control the operation of the motor dependent on the signal received by the receiver.
The present invention also includes a method of detecting an obstruction in the path of a closing window.
Brief Description of the Drawinjzs
The present invention will now be described, by way of example, with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:
Figure I is a perspective view of a window and upper frame having an obstruction detection system in accordance with the present invention.
Description of the Preferred Embodiment
Referring to the drawing, the upper portion 10 of a window frame 12 is shown, along with a window 14 which is moved by an electric motor 16. In general, the upper portion 10 of the window frame 12 is substantially U-shaped in cross-section. The window 14 is mounted on a support system (not shown) and can be raised and lowered by the electric motor 16. In the fully closed position of the window 14, the upper edge 18 of the window is positioned inside the upper portion 10 of the window frame 12.
Such an arrangement is well known (and has particular use in motor vehicles) to those skilled in the art, and will not be described in further detail.
The obstruction detection system 20 in accordance with the present invention comprises a high frequency transmitter 22, a high frequency receiver 24, and a control unit 26. The transmitter 22 is positioned at one end 28 of the upper part 10 of the window frame 12. The receiver 24 is positioned at the other end 30 of the upper part 10 of the window frame 12.
The transmitter 22 and the receiver 24 are connected to the control unit 26, which is also connected to the electric motor 16.
3 At least during closing of the window 14 by the electric motor 16, the transmitter 22 transmits a high frequency signal along the upper part of the window frame 12, which acts as a waveguide, to the receiver 24.
The control unit 26 monitors the receiver 24. If an obstruction is present between the upper edge 18 of the window 14 and the upper part 10 of the window frame 12, the high frequency signal transmitted by the transmitter 22 along the upper part is damped. If the receiver 24 indicates no damping of the high frequency signal, then the control unit 26 notes that there is no obstruction between the upper edge 18 of the window 14 and the upper part 10 lo of the window frame 12 and allows the window to close. If, however, the receiver 24 indicates that the high frequency signal has been damped, then the control unit 26 monitors that an obstruction is present, and stops operation of the electric motor 16 to prevent closing of the window 14. If required, in the latter case, the control unit 26 may cause the electric motor 16 to reverse to move the window 14 in an opening direction.
By high frequency signal is meant a signal in the range 2.45 to GHz, and preferably in the range 22 to 25 GHz.
The present invention provides a low cost obstruction detection system which has the benefits of easier installation when compared to previously known systems which monitor electric motor torque.
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Claims (6)
1. A system (20) for the detection of an obstruction in the path of a closing window (14) which is movable by an electric motor (16) and which has an edge (18) receivable in a portion (10) of a window frame (12) on closing of the window, the system comprising a high frequency transmitter (22) positionable at one end (28) of the portion of the window frame for transmitting a high frequency signal along the portion of the window frame; a high frequency receiver (24) positionable at the other end (30) of the portion of the window frame for receiving the high frequency signal transmitted along the portion of the window frame by the transmitter; and a control unit (26) for io monitoring the high frequency signal received by the receiver, the control unit being connectable to the electric motor to control the operation of the motor dependent on the signal received by the receiver.
2. A system as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the transmitter (22) transmits the high frequency signal along the portion (10) of the window frame (12) only during closing of the window (14).
3. A method of detecting an obstruction in the path of a closing window (14) comprising the steps of transmitting a high frequency signal along a portion (10) of a window frame (12) which receives an edge (18) of the window on closing of the window; monitoring the high frequency signal transmitted along the portion of the window frame; and stopping the closing of the window when the monitored high frequency signal is damped.
4. A method as claimed in Claim 3, comprising the additional step of moving the window in an opening direction on monitoring damping of the high frequency signal.
5. A system substantially as herein described with reference to, and as shown in, the accompanying drawing.
6. A method substantially as herein described with reference to the accompanying drawing.
Priority Applications (2)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB9925309A GB2355763A (en) | 1999-10-27 | 1999-10-27 | Obstruction detection for window |
| EP00203485A EP1096090A1 (en) | 1999-10-27 | 2000-10-08 | Obstruction detection for a window |
Applications Claiming Priority (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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| GB9925309A GB2355763A (en) | 1999-10-27 | 1999-10-27 | Obstruction detection for window |
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| GB9925309D0 GB9925309D0 (en) | 1999-12-29 |
| GB2355763A true GB2355763A (en) | 2001-05-02 |
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| GB9925309A Withdrawn GB2355763A (en) | 1999-10-27 | 1999-10-27 | Obstruction detection for window |
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| EP (1) | EP1096090A1 (en) |
| GB (1) | GB2355763A (en) |
Citations (2)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EP0560047A1 (en) * | 1992-03-12 | 1993-09-15 | Robert Bosch Gmbh | Safety device for power-closable openings |
| DE4215744A1 (en) * | 1992-05-13 | 1993-11-18 | Brose Fahrzeugteile | Limiting or controlling of parts moved by external force, esp. for collision protection of window winder, sliding roof, door or tailboard of vehicle - sensing surface acoustic surface waves produced by piezoceramic actuator transmitted over vehicle body part. |
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| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
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| GB9406485D0 (en) * | 1994-03-31 | 1994-05-25 | Standard Prod Ltd | Deformable system |
| DE4030607A1 (en) * | 1990-09-27 | 1992-04-16 | Siemens Ag | Radar principle monitoring system - uses pulse profiles to determine if object is in gap of closing window |
| DE4321028A1 (en) * | 1993-06-24 | 1995-01-05 | Brose Fahrzeugteile | Device for controlling the movement of parts which are operated by external forces |
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- 1999-10-27 GB GB9925309A patent/GB2355763A/en not_active Withdrawn
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Patent Citations (2)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EP0560047A1 (en) * | 1992-03-12 | 1993-09-15 | Robert Bosch Gmbh | Safety device for power-closable openings |
| DE4215744A1 (en) * | 1992-05-13 | 1993-11-18 | Brose Fahrzeugteile | Limiting or controlling of parts moved by external force, esp. for collision protection of window winder, sliding roof, door or tailboard of vehicle - sensing surface acoustic surface waves produced by piezoceramic actuator transmitted over vehicle body part. |
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| EP1096090A1 (en) | 2001-05-02 |
| GB9925309D0 (en) | 1999-12-29 |
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| WAP | Application withdrawn, taken to be withdrawn or refused ** after publication under section 16(1) |