18748061. LEANING VEHICLE simplified abstract (YAMAHA HATSUDOKI KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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LEANING VEHICLE
Organization Name
YAMAHA HATSUDOKI KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Keisuke Terada of Shizuoka (JP)
Seigo Ohnishi of Shizuoka (JP)
Kenichi Watanabe of Shizuoka (JP)
LEANING VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18748061 titled 'LEANING VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation:
The patent application describes a leaning vehicle that can change its lean angle and steer angle when turning, controlled by a leaning actuator and a steering actuator, respectively. The control device ensures that the lateral acceleration changes at different rates depending on the vehicle's speed.
- The leaning vehicle has a leaning actuator that adjusts the lean angle during turns.
- A steering actuator changes the steered angle of the front wheels when the vehicle turns.
- The control device manages the leaning and steering actuators to ensure a balanced lateral acceleration change based on the vehicle's speed.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Leaning actuator for adjusting lean angle during turns.
- Steering actuator for changing front wheel angles during turns.
- Control device to manage leaning and steering actuators for balanced lateral acceleration changes based on speed.
Potential Applications:
The technology could be applied in:
- Electric scooters
- Motorcycles
- Three-wheeled vehicles
Problems Solved:
- Improved stability during turns
- Enhanced maneuverability
- Better control at different speeds
Benefits:
- Safer turning at various speeds
- Increased agility and responsiveness
- Enhanced overall driving experience
Commercial Applications:
The technology could be utilized in the development of:
- High-performance motorcycles
- Electric delivery vehicles
- Personal mobility devices
Prior Art:
Readers interested in prior art related to this technology could explore patents or research on leaning vehicles, vehicle stability systems, and steering control mechanisms.
Frequently Updated Research:
Researchers may find updated studies on vehicle dynamics, control systems, and safety features relevant to this technology.
Questions about Leaning Vehicles:
1. How does the leaning actuator contribute to the vehicle's stability during turns? 2. What are the potential safety implications of implementing this technology in different types of vehicles?
Original Abstract Submitted
A leaning vehicle comprising: a leaning actuator that changes a lean angle of a vehicle body when the leaning vehicle turns; a steering actuator that changes a steered angle of two front wheels when the leaning vehicle turns; and a control device that controls the leaning actuator and the steering actuator. The control device controls the leaning actuator and the steering actuator such that, when five regions into which a speed region of the leaning vehicle up to a maximum speed is equally divided are defined, a rate of change in a lateral acceleration in an imbalanced turning state relative to a vehicle speed changes at lower rate in a highest speed region than in a lowest speed region.
