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WO1999052761A1
WO1999052761A1 PCT/EP1999/002359 EP9902359W WO9952761A1 WO 1999052761 A1 WO1999052761 A1 WO 1999052761A1 EP 9902359 W EP9902359 W EP 9902359W WO 9952761 A1 WO9952761 A1 WO 9952761A1
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60Q—ARRANGEMENT OF SIGNALLING OR LIGHTING DEVICES, THE MOUNTING OR SUPPORTING THEREOF OR CIRCUITS THEREFOR, FOR VEHICLES IN GENERAL
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    • B60Q1/0082—Switches therefor mounted on the steering wheel
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    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60K—ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PROPULSION UNITS OR OF TRANSMISSIONS IN VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PLURAL DIVERSE PRIME-MOVERS IN VEHICLES; AUXILIARY DRIVES FOR VEHICLES; INSTRUMENTATION OR DASHBOARDS FOR VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH COOLING, AIR INTAKE, GAS EXHAUST OR FUEL SUPPLY OF PROPULSION UNITS IN VEHICLES
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    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60K—ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PROPULSION UNITS OR OF TRANSMISSIONS IN VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PLURAL DIVERSE PRIME-MOVERS IN VEHICLES; AUXILIARY DRIVES FOR VEHICLES; INSTRUMENTATION OR DASHBOARDS FOR VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH COOLING, AIR INTAKE, GAS EXHAUST OR FUEL SUPPLY OF PROPULSION UNITS IN VEHICLES
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    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60K—ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PROPULSION UNITS OR OF TRANSMISSIONS IN VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PLURAL DIVERSE PRIME-MOVERS IN VEHICLES; AUXILIARY DRIVES FOR VEHICLES; INSTRUMENTATION OR DASHBOARDS FOR VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH COOLING, AIR INTAKE, GAS EXHAUST OR FUEL SUPPLY OF PROPULSION UNITS IN VEHICLES
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    • B60K—ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PROPULSION UNITS OR OF TRANSMISSIONS IN VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PLURAL DIVERSE PRIME-MOVERS IN VEHICLES; AUXILIARY DRIVES FOR VEHICLES; INSTRUMENTATION OR DASHBOARDS FOR VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH COOLING, AIR INTAKE, GAS EXHAUST OR FUEL SUPPLY OF PROPULSION UNITS IN VEHICLES
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60K—ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PROPULSION UNITS OR OF TRANSMISSIONS IN VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PLURAL DIVERSE PRIME-MOVERS IN VEHICLES; AUXILIARY DRIVES FOR VEHICLES; INSTRUMENTATION OR DASHBOARDS FOR VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH COOLING, AIR INTAKE, GAS EXHAUST OR FUEL SUPPLY OF PROPULSION UNITS IN VEHICLES
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60K—ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PROPULSION UNITS OR OF TRANSMISSIONS IN VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PLURAL DIVERSE PRIME-MOVERS IN VEHICLES; AUXILIARY DRIVES FOR VEHICLES; INSTRUMENTATION OR DASHBOARDS FOR VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH COOLING, AIR INTAKE, GAS EXHAUST OR FUEL SUPPLY OF PROPULSION UNITS IN VEHICLES
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    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60R—VEHICLES, VEHICLE FITTINGS, OR VEHICLE PARTS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
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  • the invention relates to a steering wheel for vehicles, in particular motor vehicles, with operator elements for actuating parts of the motor vehicle.
  • the operator control elements are arranged on the side of the steering wheel in order to prevent the function of the airbag stored within the baffle of the steering wheel.
  • the operator elements are designed as conventional switches. Due to the airbag function of the steering wheel, the number of these switching elements is limited.
  • the object of the invention is to specify a steering wheel of the type mentioned at the beginning, from which a large number of equipment parts of the motor vehicle can be actuated.
  • this object is essentially achieved in the steering wheel of the type mentioned at the outset in that a multifunction control panel is arranged in the region of the impact pot of the steering wheel.
  • the invention realizes a steering wheel which enables simple actuation of almost all equipment parts of the motor vehicle, such as signaling devices with horn, indicators, brake lights, headlights, fog lights or windshield wipers,
  • CONFIRMATION CORE Heater blower, interior lighting, air conditioning, electric windows, electric parking brake, electric seat adjustment, fuel gauge, temperature display, telephone system, cruise control, fax machine, automatic transmission, radio, navigation system and hazard lights.
  • the driver can operate these items of equipment, especially switching them on, without having to take his hands off the steering wheel. This keeps the driver's attention constantly on the traffic while driving.
  • all switches previously used in the interior of the vehicle for the actuation of equipment parts can in principle be dispensed with by the invention.
  • the multifunction control panel has a predetermined breaking point for the function of the airbag.
  • An alternative embodiment of the invention is that the multifunction control panel can be folded away or pivoted away or the like in the event of a deployment of the airbag or the like on the baffle of the steering wheel.
  • the multifunctional operator panel has operator elements with fixed and operator elements with multiple function assignments.
  • the operator elements with a fixed function assignment the most important equipment parts of the vehicle are actuated, such as indicators, lights, high beams, horns, windshield wipers, fog lights and hazard lights, which ensures targeted and quick operation of these signaling and safety devices. All other pieces of equipment are operated using the multi-occupancy operator controls.
  • at least one operator element is designed for selection in different pieces of equipment. So-called scroll operator elements can be provided for these operator elements, as a result of which a clear arrangement of the operator elements on the multifunction operator panel is also achieved.
  • At least one operator element is designed to coordinate parameters of the selected piece of equipment.
  • the respective function of such an additional operator element is determined by the choice of the equipment part. If, for example, the radio was selected, the functions of station selection, volume, speaker, bass and treble setting are assigned to at least some of these additional operator elements.
  • the multifunction control panel has an input unit. This enables the input of operating commands in the form of text input, for example in a navigation system, in a telephone system or similar systems, which require text and / or number input for operation.
  • the multifunction control panel has interfaces. This creates opportunities for connecting additional equipment to the multifunction control panel. In particular, this enables an Internet connection to be established and telemetry devices can also be connected.
  • An advantageous embodiment of the invention is that the multifunction control panel is connected to a computer unit.
  • the computer unit serves to control the functions of the multifunction control panel and takes over the coordination of the data exchange between the multifunction control panel and connected equipment parts or other peripheral devices of the motor vehicle.
  • data can also be exchanged with a traffic information and traffic control system in order to convey to the driver the current mandatory and prohibitory signs in road traffic, in particular speed limits, no overtaking bans or traffic jam reports.
  • An alternative embodiment of the invention is that the multifunction control panel has a microcomputer unit.
  • a display of the operating data of the equipment parts and peripheral devices connected to the multifunction control panel is ensured according to the invention in that the multifunction control panel controls at least one display.
  • the multifunction control panel is designed as a touch screen or touch-sensitive screen. This enables simple operation and change of the assignment of the individual operator elements within the screen segments.
  • the single figure shows a steering wheel 4 of a motor vehicle, on the impact pot 3 of which a multifunction control panel 1 is arranged.
  • the multi-function control panel 1 is used for Actuation of almost all equipment parts of the motor vehicle, such as signaling devices with horn, indicators, headlights, hazard lights, fog lights or windshield wipers, heating fans, lighting, air conditioning, electric windows, electric parking brake, electric seat adjustment, fuel gauge, temperature indicator, telephone system, fax machine, cruise control, Automatic gearshift, radio or navigation device.
  • the driver of the vehicle can operate almost all equipment parts of the motor vehicle without having to take his hands off the steering wheel 4 while driving.
  • the multifunction control panel 1 has a predetermined breaking point 5, which is aligned with that of the airbag on the baffle 3 of the steering wheel 4. This prevents the airbag from functioning properly.
  • the multifunction control panel 1 could also be arranged in the case of a deployment of the airbag so that it can be folded away and / or pivoted away on the impact pot 3 of the steering wheel 4.
  • Operator elements 14, 15, 16 and 17 of the multifunction control panel 1 are used to actuate the individual equipment parts of the motor vehicle.
  • the operator elements 14 and 17 are designed as switching elements with a fixed function or fixed assignment. With the operator panel 14, the most important and safety-relevant equipment parts, such as turn signals, low beam, high beam, wipers, horn, fog lamp and hazard lights, can be operated directly.
  • the operator elements 17 are provided as reserve switching elements and this can be used to add additional equipment, such as automatic switching, electric parking brake, cruise control, electric windows or radio, telephone system, fax machine and navigation device can be selected directly.
  • the operator elements 15 are designed as so-called scroll switching elements with which, in the exemplary embodiment selected here, all pieces of equipment not covered by the operator elements 14 can be selected.
  • the scroll switch element 15 labeled “Up” in the figure is used to select the items of equipment in ascending order, and accordingly the scroll switch element 15 labeled “Down” is used to select it in descending order.
  • the further operator elements 16 which are designed as capacitive operator foils, are assigned the functions necessary for the operation and adjustment of the parameters of the respective equipment part.
  • the further operator elements 16 are assigned the functions of transmitter selection, volume, speaker, bass and treble adjustment.
  • operator elements 14 with a fixed assignment can also be arranged on the multifunction operator element 1, which can be achieved in particular by using capacitive operator foils, such as, for example, touch screens.
  • the multifunction control panel 1 has a keyboard 7 as an input unit, as already used by a microcomputer is known here.
  • This keyboard 7 is used for text input, for example when operating the navigation system, the telephone system or similar systems which require text or numerical input for operation.
  • a microphone 9 is additionally provided, which in this exemplary embodiment is integrated in the multifunction control panel 1.
  • the multifunction control panel 1 controls at least one display 10, which is arranged in the driver's field of vision, preferably in the dashboard 11 of the vehicle; reference number 12 denotes the speed display and 13 the tachometer.
  • a computer unit (not shown) is connected to the multifunction control panel 1.
  • This computer unit controls the functions of the multi-function control panel 1 and takes over the coordination of the data exchange between the multi-function control panel 1 and the connected pieces of equipment and any connected peripheral devices, such as the keyboard 7, the microphone 9 or the display 10
  • Data exchange with a traffic information and traffic management system enables the driver to receive the current mandatory signs and prohibition signs in road traffic, in particular speed limits, overtaking bans or traffic jam reports and to show them on the display 10.
  • Interfaces are provided for the connection of the equipment parts and the peripheral devices to the multifunction control panel 1, which also Expansion options are generated. E.g. messages can be received via the Internet connection and from telemetry devices and shown on the display 10.
  • the invention provides a steering wheel 4 which enables simple actuation of almost all equipment parts of the motor vehicle.
  • the operator elements 14, 15, 16, 17 can be produced economically and are arranged in a space-saving manner in the area of the steering wheel 4 without the airbag function being impaired.
  • practically all previously known switches in the interior of the motor vehicle for actuating equipment parts of the motor vehicle can be dispensed with.

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The invention relates to a steering wheel for motor vehicles, especially automobiles, fitted with control elements for actuating accessory devices in said vehicle. In order to actuate a plurality of motor vehicle accessory devices from the steering wheel, a multifunctional control panel (1) is provided in the impact absorber (3).

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Bezeichnung: Lenkrad mit Bedienerelementen für KraftfahrzeugeDescription: steering wheel with controls for motor vehicles

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Die Erfindung bezieht sich auf ein Lenkrad für Fahrzeuge, insbesondere Kraftfahrzeuge, mit Bedienerelementen zum Betätigen von Ausrüstungsteilen des Kraftfahrzeuges.The invention relates to a steering wheel for vehicles, in particular motor vehicles, with operator elements for actuating parts of the motor vehicle.

Derartige Lenkräder mit Bedienerelemente werden bereits in Kraftfahrzeugen der Bayerischen Motorenwerke AG, München eingesetzt. Mit den Bedienerelementen lassen sich Ausrüstungsteile im Inneren des Fahrzeuges, z. B. Telefonanlagen, Radiogeräte und dergleichen, betätigen.Steering wheels of this type with operator elements are already used in motor vehicles from Bayerische Motorenwerke AG, Munich. With the operator elements, equipment parts inside the vehicle, e.g. B. telephone systems, radios and the like, operate.

Die Bedienerelemente sind seitlich des Lenkrades angeordnet, um eine Behinderung der Funktion des innerhalb des Pralltopfes des Lenkrades eingelagerten Airbags zu vermeiden. Die Bedienerelemente sind als übliche Schalter ausgebildet. Aufgrund der Airbag-Funktion des Lenkrades ist die Anzahl dieser Schaltelemente beschränkt.The operator control elements are arranged on the side of the steering wheel in order to prevent the function of the airbag stored within the baffle of the steering wheel. The operator elements are designed as conventional switches. Due to the airbag function of the steering wheel, the number of these switching elements is limited.

Davon ausgehend liegt der Erfindung die Aufgabe zugrunde, ein Lenkrad der eingangs genannten Art anzugeben, von welchem aus eine Vielzahl von Ausrüstungsteilen des Kraftfahrzeuges betätigbar ist.Proceeding from this, the object of the invention is to specify a steering wheel of the type mentioned at the beginning, from which a large number of equipment parts of the motor vehicle can be actuated.

Nach der Erfindung wird diese Aufgabe bei dem Lenkrad der eingangs genannten Art im wesentlichen dadurch gelöst, daß ein Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld im Bereich des Pralltopfes des Lenkrades angeordnet ist.According to the invention, this object is essentially achieved in the steering wheel of the type mentioned at the outset in that a multifunction control panel is arranged in the region of the impact pot of the steering wheel.

Durch die Erfindung ist ein Lenkrad realisiert, welches eine einfache Betätigung von nahezu allen Ausrüstungsteilen des Kraftfahrzeuges ermöglicht, wie beispielsweise Signaleinrichtungen mit Hupe, Blinker, Bremslicht, Scheinwerfer, Nebelleuchte oder Scheibenwischer,The invention realizes a steering wheel which enables simple actuation of almost all equipment parts of the motor vehicle, such as signaling devices with horn, indicators, brake lights, headlights, fog lights or windshield wipers,

BESTÄTIGUNGSKORE Heizungsgebläse, Innenbeleuchtung, Klimaanlage, elektrische Fensterheber, elektrische Feststellbremse, elektrische Sitzverstellung, Tankanzeige, Temperaturanzeige, Telefonanlage, Tempomat, Telefaxgerät, Automatik-Schaltung, Radioeinrichtung, Navigationseinrichtung und Warnblinker. Der Fahrer kann diese Ausrüstungsteile bedienen, insbesondere Einschalten, ohne daß er die Hände vom Lenkrad nehmen muß. Hierdurch bleibt die Aufmerksamkeit des Fahrers während der Fahrt fortwährend auf den Verkehr gerichtet. Ferner können durch die Erfindung alle bisher im Innenraum des Fahrzeuges eingesetzten Schalter für die Betätigung von Ausrüstungsteilen grundsätzlich entfallen.CONFIRMATION CORE Heater blower, interior lighting, air conditioning, electric windows, electric parking brake, electric seat adjustment, fuel gauge, temperature display, telephone system, cruise control, fax machine, automatic transmission, radio, navigation system and hazard lights. The driver can operate these items of equipment, especially switching them on, without having to take his hands off the steering wheel. This keeps the driver's attention constantly on the traffic while driving. Furthermore, all switches previously used in the interior of the vehicle for the actuation of equipment parts can in principle be dispensed with by the invention.

Nach einer ersten vorteilhaften Ausgestaltung der Erfindung weist das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld eine Sollbruchstelle für die Funktion des Airbags auf. Hierdurch ist eine Anordnung des Multifunktions-Bedienerfeldes auf dem Pralltopf des Lenkrades erreicht, ohne daß der Airbag im Falle einer Auslösung durch das Bedienerfeld behindert würde.According to a first advantageous embodiment of the invention, the multifunction control panel has a predetermined breaking point for the function of the airbag. As a result, an arrangement of the multifunction control panel on the baffle of the steering wheel is achieved without the airbag being hindered in the event of a triggering by the control panel.

Eine alternative Ausgestaltung der Erfindung besteht darin, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld im Falle einer Auslösung des Airbags wegklappbar bzw. wegschwenkbar oder dergleichen am Pralltopf des Lenkrades angeordnet ist.An alternative embodiment of the invention is that the multifunction control panel can be folded away or pivoted away or the like in the event of a deployment of the airbag or the like on the baffle of the steering wheel.

Zur Erhöhung der Bediensicherheit und des Bedienercomforts weist das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld Bedienerelemente mit fester und Bedienerelemente mit mehrfacher Funktionszuordnung auf. Mit den Bedienerelementen mit fester FunktionsZuordnung werden die wichtigsten Ausrüstungsteile des Fahrzeuges betätigt, wie etwa Blinker, Licht, Fernlicht, Hupe, Scheibenwischer, Nebelleuchte und Warnblinker, wodurch ein gezieltes und schnelles Bedienen dieser Signal- und Sicherheitseinrichtungen gewährleistet ist. Alle anderen Ausrüstungsteile werden mittels den Bedienerelementen mit Mehrfachbelegung bedient. Hierzu ist es nach der Erfindung vorgesehen, daß wenigstens ein Bedienerelement zur Anwahl in unterschiedlichen Ausrüstungsteilen ausgebildet ist. Für diese Bedienerelemente können sogenannte Scroll-Bedienerelemente vorgesehen sein, wodurch auch eine übersichtliche Anordnung der Bedienerelemente auf dem Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld erreicht wird.To increase operating safety and operator comfort, the multifunctional operator panel has operator elements with fixed and operator elements with multiple function assignments. With the operator elements with a fixed function assignment, the most important equipment parts of the vehicle are actuated, such as indicators, lights, high beams, horns, windshield wipers, fog lights and hazard lights, which ensures targeted and quick operation of these signaling and safety devices. All other pieces of equipment are operated using the multi-occupancy operator controls. For this it is according to the invention provided that at least one operator element is designed for selection in different pieces of equipment. So-called scroll operator elements can be provided for these operator elements, as a result of which a clear arrangement of the operator elements on the multifunction operator panel is also achieved.

Weiterhin ist nach der Erfindung vorgesehen, daß wenigstens ein Bedienerelement zur Abstimmung von Parametern des angewählten Ausrüstungsteiles ausgebildet ist. Die jeweilige Funktion eines solchen weiteren Bedienerelementes wird mit der Wahl des Ausrüstungsteiles festgelegt. Wurde beispielsweise das Radiogerät angewählt, werden zumindest einem Teil dieser weiteren Bedienerelemente die Funktionen Senderauswahl, Lautstärke, Boxen-, Baß- und Höheneinstellung zugeordnet.Furthermore, it is provided according to the invention that at least one operator element is designed to coordinate parameters of the selected piece of equipment. The respective function of such an additional operator element is determined by the choice of the equipment part. If, for example, the radio was selected, the functions of station selection, volume, speaker, bass and treble setting are assigned to at least some of these additional operator elements.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung besteht darin, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld eine Eingabeeinheit aufweist. Hierdurch ist die Eingabe von Bedienungsbefehlen in Form einer Texteingabe, etwa bei einem Navigationssystem, bei einer Telefonanlage oder ähnlichen Systemen ermöglicht, welche eine Text- und/oder Zahleneingabe für die Bedienung benötigen.An advantageous embodiment of the invention is that the multifunction control panel has an input unit. This enables the input of operating commands in the form of text input, for example in a navigation system, in a telephone system or similar systems, which require text and / or number input for operation.

Nach einem anderen vorteilhaften Merkmal der Erfindung weist das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld Schnittstellen auf. Hierdurch sind Möglichkeiten für den Anschluß weiterer Ausrüstungsteile an das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld geschaffen. Insbesondere kann hierdurch ein Internet-Anschluß erfolgen und es können auch Telemetriegeräte angeschlossen werden.According to another advantageous feature of the invention, the multifunction control panel has interfaces. This creates opportunities for connecting additional equipment to the multifunction control panel. In particular, this enables an Internet connection to be established and telemetry devices can also be connected.

Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung der Erfindung besteht darin, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld mit einer Rechnereinheit verbunden ist. Die Rechnereinheit dient zur Steuerung der Funktionen des Multifunktions-Bedienerfeldes und übernimmt die Koordination des Datenaustausches zwischen dem Multifunktions- Bedienerfeld und angeschlossenen Ausrüstungsteilen oder weiteren Peripheriegeräten des Kraftfahrzeuges. Hierdurch ist auch ein Datenaustausch mit einem Verkehrsinformations- und Verkehrsleitsystem realisierbar, um den Fahrer die aktuellen Gebots- und Verbotsschilder im Straßenverkehr, insbesondere Geschwindigkeitsbegrenzungen, Überholverbote oder auch Staumeldungen zu übermitteln.An advantageous embodiment of the invention is that the multifunction control panel is connected to a computer unit. The computer unit serves to control the functions of the multifunction control panel and takes over the coordination of the data exchange between the multifunction control panel and connected equipment parts or other peripheral devices of the motor vehicle. As a result, data can also be exchanged with a traffic information and traffic control system in order to convey to the driver the current mandatory and prohibitory signs in road traffic, in particular speed limits, no overtaking bans or traffic jam reports.

Eine alternative Ausgestaltung der Erfindung besteht darin, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld eine Mikrocomputereinheit aufweist.An alternative embodiment of the invention is that the multifunction control panel has a microcomputer unit.

Eine Anzeige der Betriebsdaten der am Multifunktions- Bedienerfeld angeschlossenen Ausrüstungsteile und Peripheriegeräte ist erfindungsgemäß dadurch gewährleistet, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld wenigstens ein Display ansteuert.A display of the operating data of the equipment parts and peripheral devices connected to the multifunction control panel is ensured according to the invention in that the multifunction control panel controls at least one display.

Besonders vorteilhaft ist es, wenn das Multifunktions- Bedienerfeld als Touch-Screen beziehungsweise berührungssensitiver Bildschirm ausgebildet ist. Hierdurch ist eine einfache Bedienung und Änderung der Zuordnung der einzelnen Bedienerelemente innerhalb der Bildschirmsegmente ermöglicht.It is particularly advantageous if the multifunction control panel is designed as a touch screen or touch-sensitive screen. This enables simple operation and change of the assignment of the individual operator elements within the screen segments.

Weitere Ziele, Vorteile, Merkmale und Anwendungsmöglichkeiten der vorliegenden Erfindung ergeben sich aus der nachfolgenden Beschreibung eines Ausführungsbeispieles anhand der Zeichnung. Dabei bilden alle beschriebenen und/oder bildlich dargestellten Merkmale für sich oder in beliebiger sinnvoller Kombination den Gegenstand der vorliegenden Erfindung, auch unabhängig von ihrer Zusammenfassung in den Ansprüchen oder deren Rückbeziehung.Further objectives, advantages, features and possible uses of the present invention result from the following description of an exemplary embodiment with reference to the drawing. All of the described and / or illustrated features, alone or in any meaningful combination, form the subject matter of the present invention, regardless of how they are summarized in the claims or their relationship.

Die einzige Figur zeigt ein Lenkrad 4 eines Kraftfahrzeuges, auf dessen Pralltopf 3 ein Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld 1 angeordnet ist. Das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld 1 dient zur Betätigung von nahezu allen Ausrüstungsteilen des Kraftfahrzeuges, wie beispielsweise Signaleinrichtungen mit Hupe, Blinker, Scheinwerfer, Warnblinker, Nebelleuchte oder auch Scheibenwischer, Heizungsgebläse, Beleuchtung, Klimaanlage, elektrische Fensterheber, elektrische Feststellbremse, elektrische Sitzverstellung, Tankanzeige, Temperaturanzeige, Telefonanlage, Telefaxgerät, Tempomat, Automatik-Schaltung, Radiogerät oder Navigationseinrichtung. Hierdurch kann der Fahrer des Fahrzeuges eine Bedienung von nahezu allen Ausrüstungsteilen des Kraftfahrzeuges vornehmen, ohne daß er während der Fahrt die Hände vom Lenkrad 4 nehmen muß.The single figure shows a steering wheel 4 of a motor vehicle, on the impact pot 3 of which a multifunction control panel 1 is arranged. The multi-function control panel 1 is used for Actuation of almost all equipment parts of the motor vehicle, such as signaling devices with horn, indicators, headlights, hazard lights, fog lights or windshield wipers, heating fans, lighting, air conditioning, electric windows, electric parking brake, electric seat adjustment, fuel gauge, temperature indicator, telephone system, fax machine, cruise control, Automatic gearshift, radio or navigation device. As a result, the driver of the vehicle can operate almost all equipment parts of the motor vehicle without having to take his hands off the steering wheel 4 while driving.

Bei der hier dargestellten Ausführungsform weist das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld 1 eine Sollbruchstelle 5 auf, welche mit derjenigen des Airbags am Pralltopf 3 des Lenkrades 4 fluchtet. Hierdurch ist eine Behinderung der Funktion des Airbags vermieden.In the embodiment shown here, the multifunction control panel 1 has a predetermined breaking point 5, which is aligned with that of the airbag on the baffle 3 of the steering wheel 4. This prevents the airbag from functioning properly.

Als Alternative zu dieser Ausführungsform könnte das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld 1 im Falle einer Auslösung des Airbags auch wegklappbar und/oder wegschwenkbar am Pralltopf 3 des Lenkrades 4 angeordnet sein.As an alternative to this embodiment, the multifunction control panel 1 could also be arranged in the case of a deployment of the airbag so that it can be folded away and / or pivoted away on the impact pot 3 of the steering wheel 4.

Für die Betätigung der einzelnen Ausrüstungsteile des Kraftfahrzeuges dienen Bedienerelemente 14, 15, 16 und 17 des Multifunktions-Bedienerfeldes 1. Bei der dargestellten Ausführungsform sind die Bedienerelemente 14 und 17 als Schaltelemente mit fester Funktion beziehungsweise fester Belegung ausgeführt. Mit dem Bedienerfeld 14 lassen sich die wichtigsten und sicherheitsrelevanten Ausrüstungsteile, wie etwa Blinker, Abblendlicht, Fernlicht, Scheibenwischer, Hupe, Nebelleuchte und Warnblinker direkt betätigen. Die Bedienerelemente 17 sind als Reserve-Schaltelemente vorgesehen und hiermit können weitere Ausrüstungsteile, wie etwa Automatik-Schaltung, elektrische Feststellbremse, Tempomat, elektrischer Fensterheber oder auch Radioeinrichtung, Telefonanlage, Telefaxgerät und Navigationseinrichtung direkt angewählt werden.Operator elements 14, 15, 16 and 17 of the multifunction control panel 1 are used to actuate the individual equipment parts of the motor vehicle. In the embodiment shown, the operator elements 14 and 17 are designed as switching elements with a fixed function or fixed assignment. With the operator panel 14, the most important and safety-relevant equipment parts, such as turn signals, low beam, high beam, wipers, horn, fog lamp and hazard lights, can be operated directly. The operator elements 17 are provided as reserve switching elements and this can be used to add additional equipment, such as automatic switching, electric parking brake, cruise control, electric windows or radio, telephone system, fax machine and navigation device can be selected directly.

Die Bedienerelemente 15 sind als sogenannte Scroll- Schaltelemente ausgebildet, mit welchen sich bei dem hier gewählten Ausführungsbeispiel alle nicht von den Bedienerelementen 14 erfaßten Ausrüstungsteile anwählen lassen.The operator elements 15 are designed as so-called scroll switching elements with which, in the exemplary embodiment selected here, all pieces of equipment not covered by the operator elements 14 can be selected.

Zur Erhöhung des Bedienercomforts dient das in der Figur mit „Auf bezeichnete Scroll-Schaltelement 15 zur Anwahl der Ausrüstungsteile in aufsteigender Reihenfolge, und entsprechend das mit „Ab" bezeichnete Scroll-Schaltelement 15 zur Anwahl in absteigender Reihenfolge.To increase operator comfort, the scroll switch element 15 labeled “Up” in the figure is used to select the items of equipment in ascending order, and accordingly the scroll switch element 15 labeled “Down” is used to select it in descending order.

Mit der Anwahl eines bestimmten Ausrüstungsteiles werden den weiteren, als kapazitive Bedienerfolien ausgebildeten Bedienerelementen 16 die für die Bedienung und Abstimmung der Parameter des jeweiligen Ausrüstungsteiles notwendigen Funktionen zugeordnet. Beispielsweise werden, wie dies in der Figur beispielhaft angenommen ist, bei der Anwahl des Radiogerätes den weiteren Bedienerelementen 16 die Funktionen Senderauswahl, Lautstärke, Boxen-, Baß- und Höheneinstellung zugeordnet.With the selection of a specific piece of equipment, the further operator elements 16, which are designed as capacitive operator foils, are assigned the functions necessary for the operation and adjustment of the parameters of the respective equipment part. For example, as assumed in the figure by way of example, when the radio is selected, the further operator elements 16 are assigned the functions of transmitter selection, volume, speaker, bass and treble adjustment.

Selbstverständlich lassen sich auf dem Multifunktions- Bedienerelement 1 auch Bedienerelemente 14 mit fester Belegung anordnen, was sich insbesondere durch den Einsatz von kapazitiven Bedienerfolien, wie bspw. Touch-Screens, realisieren läßt.Of course, operator elements 14 with a fixed assignment can also be arranged on the multifunction operator element 1, which can be achieved in particular by using capacitive operator foils, such as, for example, touch screens.

Bei der dargestellten Ausführungsform weist das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld 1 eine Tastatur 7 als Eingabeeinheit auf, wie diese bereits von einem Mikrocomputer her bekannt ist. Diese Tastatur 7 dient zur Texteingabe, etwa bei der Bedienung des Navigationssystems, der Telefonanlage oder ähnlicher Systeme, welche eine Text- bzw. Zahleneingabe für die Bedienung benötigen. Für die Benutzung der Telefonanlage ist zusätzlich ein Mikrophon 9 vorgesehen, welches bei diesem Ausführungsbeispiel im Multifunktions- Bedienerfeld 1 intergriert ist.In the embodiment shown, the multifunction control panel 1 has a keyboard 7 as an input unit, as already used by a microcomputer is known here. This keyboard 7 is used for text input, for example when operating the navigation system, the telephone system or similar systems which require text or numerical input for operation. For the use of the telephone system, a microphone 9 is additionally provided, which in this exemplary embodiment is integrated in the multifunction control panel 1.

Zur optischen Darstellung der Betriebsdaten oder des Betriebszustandes des gewählten Ausrüstungsteils und ggf. des Kraftfahrzeuges steuert das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld 1 wenigstens ein Display 10 an, welches im Blickfeld des Fahrers, vorzugsweise in der Armaturentafel 11 des Fahrzeuges angeordnet ist; dabei ist mit Bezugszeichen 12 die Geschwindigkeitsanzeige und mit 13 der Drehzahlmesser bezeichnet.For the visual representation of the operating data or the operating state of the selected piece of equipment and possibly the motor vehicle, the multifunction control panel 1 controls at least one display 10, which is arranged in the driver's field of vision, preferably in the dashboard 11 of the vehicle; reference number 12 denotes the speed display and 13 the tachometer.

Bei dem dargestellten Ausführungsbeispiel ist eine (nicht dargestellte) Rechnereinheit mit dem Multifunktions- Bedienerfeld 1 verbunden. Diese Rechnereinheit steuert die Funktionen des Multifunktions-Bedienerfeldes 1 und übernimmt die Koordination des Datenaustausches zwischen dem Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld 1 und den angeschlossenen Ausrüstungsteilen sowie ggf. angeschlossenen Peripheriegeräten, wie beispielsweise der Tastatur 7, dem Mikrophon 9 oder dem Display 10. Hierdurch ist auch ein Datenaustausch mit einem Verkehrsinformations- und Verkehrsleitsyste ermöglicht, um dem Fahrer die aktuellen Gebots- und Verbotsschilder im Straßenverkehr, insbesondere Geschwindigkeitsbegrenzungen, Überholverbote oder auch Staumeldungen zu übermitteln und auf dem Display 10 darzustellen.In the exemplary embodiment shown, a computer unit (not shown) is connected to the multifunction control panel 1. This computer unit controls the functions of the multi-function control panel 1 and takes over the coordination of the data exchange between the multi-function control panel 1 and the connected pieces of equipment and any connected peripheral devices, such as the keyboard 7, the microphone 9 or the display 10 Data exchange with a traffic information and traffic management system enables the driver to receive the current mandatory signs and prohibition signs in road traffic, in particular speed limits, overtaking bans or traffic jam reports and to show them on the display 10.

Für den Anschluß der Ausrüstungsteile und der Peripheriegeräte an das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld 1 sind (nicht dargestellte) Schnittstellen vorgesehen, wodurch auch Erweiterungsmöglichkeiten erzeugt sind. Bspw. können Nachrichten per Internet-Anschluß und von Telemetriegeräten empfangen und auf dem Display 10 dargestellt werden.Interfaces (not shown) are provided for the connection of the equipment parts and the peripheral devices to the multifunction control panel 1, which also Expansion options are generated. E.g. messages can be received via the Internet connection and from telemetry devices and shown on the display 10.

Durch die Erfindung ist ein Lenkrad 4 geschaffen, welches eine einfache Betätigung nahezu aller Ausrüstungsteile des Kraftfahrzeuges ermöglicht. Die Bedienerelemente 14, 15, 16, 17 sind kostengünstig herstellbar und platzsparend im Bereich des Lenkrades 4 angeordnet, ohne daß die Airbag-Funktion beeinträchtigt wird. Hierdurch können praktisch alle bisher bekannten Schalter im Innenraum des Kraftfahrzeuges zur Betätigung von Ausrüstungsteilen des Kraftfahrzeuges entfallen. The invention provides a steering wheel 4 which enables simple actuation of almost all equipment parts of the motor vehicle. The operator elements 14, 15, 16, 17 can be produced economically and are arranged in a space-saving manner in the area of the steering wheel 4 without the airbag function being impaired. As a result, practically all previously known switches in the interior of the motor vehicle for actuating equipment parts of the motor vehicle can be dispensed with.

BezugszeichenlisteReference list

1 - Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld1 - Multi-function control panel

3 - Pralltopf3 - baffle

4 - Lenkrad4 - steering wheel

5 - Sollbruchstelle 7 - Tastatur5 - predetermined breaking point 7 - keyboard

9 - Mikrophon9 - microphone

10 - Display10 - display

11 - Armaturentafel11 - dashboard

12 - Geschwindigkeitsanzeige12 - speed indicator

13 - Umdrehungszahlanzeige13 - RPM display

14 - Schaltelement14 - switching element

15 - Scroll-Schaltelement15 - Scroll switching element

16 - Bedienerelement16 - Operator element

17 - Schaltelement 17 - switching element

Claims

10Patentansprüche 10 patent claims 1. Lenkrad für Fahrzeuge, insbesondere Kraftfahrzeuge, mit Bedienerelementen zum Betätigen von Ausrüstungsteilen des Kraftfahrzeuges, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß ein Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld (1) im Bereich des Pralltopfes (3) des Lenkrades (4) angeordnet ist.1. Steering wheel for vehicles, in particular motor vehicles, with operator elements for actuating equipment parts of the motor vehicle, characterized in that a multi-function operator panel (1) is arranged in the region of the impact pot (3) of the steering wheel (4). 2. Lenkrad nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld (1) eine Sollbruchstelle (5) für die Funktion des Airbags aufweist.2. Steering wheel according to claim 1, characterized in that the multifunction control panel (1) has a predetermined breaking point (5) for the function of the airbag. 3. Lenkrad nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld (1) im Falle einer Auslösung des Airbags wegklappbar, beziehungsweise wegschwenkbar oder dergleichen am Pralltopf (3) des Lenkrades (4) angeordnet ist.3. Steering wheel according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the multifunction control panel (1) in the event of a deployment of the airbag can be folded away or pivoted away or the like on the impact pot (3) of the steering wheel (4). 4. Lenkrad nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 3 , dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld (1) Bedienerelemente (14, 15, 16) mit fester und Bedienerelemente mit mehrfacher Funktionszuordnung aufweist.4. Steering wheel according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the multifunction control panel (1) has operator elements (14, 15, 16) with fixed and operator elements with multiple function assignment. 5. Lenkrad nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß wenigstens ein Bedienerelement (15) zur Anwahl von unterschiedlichen Ausrüstungsteilen ausgebildet ist.5. Steering wheel according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one operator element (15) is designed to select different pieces of equipment. 6. Lenkrad nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß wenigstens ein Bedienerelement (16) zur Abstimmung von Parametern des angewählten Ausrüstungsteiles ausgebildet ist. 116. Steering wheel according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one operator element (16) is designed to coordinate parameters of the selected piece of equipment. 11 Lenkrad nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 6, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld (1) eine Eingabeeinheit aufweist.Steering wheel according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the multifunction control panel (1) has an input unit. Lenkrad nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld (1) Schnittstellen aufweist.Steering wheel according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the multifunction control panel (1) has interfaces. Lenkrad nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld (1) mit einer Rechnereinheit verbunden ist.Steering wheel according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the multifunction control panel (1) is connected to a computer unit. 10. Lenkrad nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld eine Mikrocomputereinheit aufweist.10. Steering wheel according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the multifunction control panel has a microcomputer unit. 11. Lenkrad nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld (1) wenigstens ein Display (10) ansteuert.11. Steering wheel according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the multifunction control panel (1) controls at least one display (10). 12. Lenkrad nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Multifunktions-Bedienerfeld (1) als Touch-Screen (berührungssensitiver Bildschirm) ausgebildet ist. 12. Steering wheel according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the multifunction control panel (1) is designed as a touch screen (touch-sensitive screen).
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