Gm global technology operations llc (20240246591). SMART HANDLEBAR FOR UTILITY VEHICLES simplified abstract
SMART HANDLEBAR FOR UTILITY VEHICLES
Organization Name
gm global technology operations llc
Inventor(s)
Noah Summers of Stouffville (CA)
Matthew Manko of Bowmanville (CA)
SMART HANDLEBAR FOR UTILITY VEHICLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240246591 titled 'SMART HANDLEBAR FOR UTILITY VEHICLES
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a utility vehicle with a housing for storing goods, a handlebar that can move within a chassis sleeve, a sensor to detect forces on the handlebar, and a control module to adjust motor speed and direction based on the sensed forces.
- The utility vehicle has a housing for storing goods during transport.
- The handlebar can slide forward and backward within a chassis sleeve.
- A sensor detects the magnitude and direction of forces exerted on the handlebar by the operator.
- A control module communicates with the sensor and motor to adjust motor speed and direction based on the sensed forces.
Potential Applications: 1. Delivery services for transporting goods efficiently. 2. Warehouse operations for moving items within a facility. 3. Agricultural settings for handling equipment and materials. 4. Industrial environments for material handling tasks.
Problems Solved: 1. Efficient transportation of goods. 2. Enhanced control and maneuverability of the vehicle. 3. Improved operator experience and safety. 4. Increased productivity in various industries.
Benefits: 1. Increased efficiency in handling and transporting goods. 2. Enhanced user control and comfort. 3. Improved safety for operators. 4. Boosted productivity and workflow in different sectors.
Commercial Applications: The technology could be utilized in logistics and transportation industries, agriculture, manufacturing, and warehousing sectors to streamline operations, improve productivity, and enhance safety measures.
Prior Art: Readers interested in prior art related to this technology may explore patents in the field of utility vehicles, material handling equipment, and sensor-controlled vehicles.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in sensor technology, motor control systems, and innovations in utility vehicle design to enhance the efficiency and functionality of similar inventions.
Questions about Utility Vehicles: 1. What are the key features of a sensor-controlled utility vehicle? 2. How does the integration of sensors and motor control systems improve the performance of utility vehicles?
Original Abstract Submitted
a utility vehicle including a housing configured for storing goods therein during transport. a handlebar extends into a chassis sleeve defined by a chassis. the handlebar is slidably moveable forward and backward within the chassis sleeve. a sensor includes a flexible member having a first end mounted to the chassis sleeve and a second end mounted to the handlebar. the sensor is configured to sense a magnitude and a direction of a force exerted on the handlebar by an operator. a control module is in communication with the sensor and a motor. the control module is configured to control motor speed and motor direction of the motor based on the magnitude and the direction of the force exerted on the handlebar by the operator as sensed by the sensor.
