Device for signaling vehicle obstructions

Abstract

The invention provides a device (1) for signaling an obstruction of a vehicle, in particular an obstruction transverse to said vehicle, in particular useful on agricultural and / or forestry machinery or for signaling a load extending from said vehicle, said device comprising a signaling member (11) of external dimensions and a member (10) for connecting said signaling member (11) to said vehicle. Said member (10) for connecting said signaling member (11) to said vehicle is suitable for supporting said signaling member (11) in a position, in particular transversely relative to said vehicle, between a maximum extended position and a minimum extended position relative to said vehicle.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to a device for signaling an obstruction to a vehicle.

[0002] In particular, the device according to the invention is particularly suitable for signalling obstacles transverse to the vehicle and is particularly useful on agricultural and / or forestry machines or for signalling loads protruding from the vehicle. Background Art

[0003] Devices are known for signaling obstructions, in particular loads, which protrude from a vehicle, in particular laterally from said vehicle, said devices comprising an external dimension signaling member and means for connecting said signaling member to said vehicle.

[0004] These known signaling devices are rigidly fixed to the vehicle by means of corresponding connecting members.

[0005] In fact, with these known signaling devices, each vehicle or load requires a corresponding connecting bracket on the vehicle for supporting the signaling member or signaling panel, all of which require a plurality of connecting brackets of specific sizes respectively adapted to the load to be signaled, all of which involve a considerable loss of time for the hired personnel.

[0006] Furthermore, it may also happen that the corresponding signal panel is incorrectly mounted on the corresponding bracket, i.e. has a corresponding retroreflective strip which is arranged in an inclined orientation which does not legally comply with the law, so that the assembly will have to be redone, or even worse the vehicle will be driven in a manner which does not comply with current law. Summary of the invention

[0007] The object of the present invention is to propose a new solution to replace the solutions known so far, in particular to propose a solution capable of overcoming one or more of the disadvantages or problems mentioned above, and / or satisfying one or more of the needs mentioned above and / or in any case pointed out in the art and in particular inferred from the contents stated above.

[0008] Therefore, a device is provided for signaling an obstruction to a vehicle, in particular an obstruction lateral to the vehicle, which is particularly useful on agricultural and / or forestry machinery or for signaling a load extending from the vehicle, the device comprising a signaling component of external dimensions and a component connecting the signaling component to the vehicle; characterized in that the component connecting the signaling component to the vehicle is suitable for supporting the signaling component in a corresponding position, in particular lateral to the vehicle, and the position is between a maximum extension position and a minimum extension position relative to the vehicle.

[0009] In this way, the device can be used for different use cases, in particular for vehicles of different sizes, in particular for agricultural and / or forestry vehicles, ie for different types of protruding loads. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0010] The above and other innovative aspects or specific advantageous embodiments are described in any case in the claims recorded below, and their technical features can be found in the following detailed description of preferred and advantageous embodiments, but the embodiments should be regarded as merely illustrative and not limiting of the present invention, and the description is carried out in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0011] Figure 1 A schematic perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown;

[0012] Figure 2 A schematic front elevation view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown;

[0013] Figure 3 A schematic top view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown;

[0014] Figure 4 A schematic side elevation view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown;

[0015] Figure 5 A schematic exploded perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown;

[0016] Fig. 6A A partially disassembled schematic front elevation view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown;

[0017] Figure 6B A partially disassembled schematic perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown;

[0018] Fig. 7A shows a schematic, partly disassembled, front elevational view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention, on which elements for supporting corresponding optical radiation emitting members are mounted;

[0019] Figure 7B shows a partially disassembled schematic perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the invention, on which elements for supporting corresponding optical radiation emitting members are mounted;

[0020] Figure 8 A schematic front elevation view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown, showing only a portion of the signaling member support block;

[0021] Fig. 9 A schematic front elevation view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown, showing the final working position of the signaling member support arm;

[0022] Fig. 10A A schematic enlarged longitudinal cross-sectional view of a portion of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown;

[0023] Fig. 10B A schematic enlarged cross-sectional view of a portion of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown, along Fig. 10A The line CC is intercepted;

[0024] Fig. 10C A schematic enlarged cross-sectional view of a portion of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention is shown, along Fig. 10A The line BB is intercepted;

[0025] Fig. 10D A schematic perspective view showing a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention for connecting a component to a vehicle, wherein the device is in an open state;

[0026] Fig. 10E A schematic exploded perspective view showing an enlarged detail view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention;

[0027] FIG. 10F shows the assembled Fig. 10E A schematic diagram of an enlarged detail view of a perspective view of;

[0028] FIG. 10G shows a schematic exploded perspective view of an enlarged detail view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the present invention, from Fig. 10E The side opposite to the one on which the

[0029] Fig. 10H a schematic diagram showing an enlarged detail view of the perspective view of FIG. 10G in an assembled and inverted state;

[0030] Fig.10I Schematic perspective cross-sectional view showing an enlarged detail view of a preferred embodiment of the device provided by the invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] In the drawing, a preferred embodiment 1 of a device for signaling an obstruction to a vehicle is shown, in particular for lateral obstructions to the vehicle, which is particularly useful on agricultural and / or forestry machines or for signaling loads protruding from the vehicle.

[0032] As shown, the device 1 comprises a dimensionally signaling member 11 and a corresponding member 10 connecting said signaling member 11 to said vehicle.

[0033] Advantageously, as shown, means 10 are provided connecting the signalling member 11 to the vehicle, suitable for supporting the signalling member 11 in a position, in particular transversely relative to the vehicle, between a maximum and a minimum extended position relative to the vehicle.

[0034] In this way, the device 1 can be used for different use cases, in particular for vehicles of different sizes, in particular for agricultural and / or forestry vehicles, ie for different types of protruding loads.

[0035] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the means for connecting the signaling member 11 to the vehicle comprises or is in the form of an extendable bracket 10 which can be extended in particular transversely to the vehicle during use, and this bracket is particularly suitable for arranging the signaling member 11 between the maximum extension position and the minimum extension position relative to the vehicle.

[0036] in an advantageous manner, such as especially from Figures 1 to 5 It is inferred that the signalling member 11 comprises at least one corresponding signalling panel 111 , in particular having a corresponding retroreflective surface 111a and / or a signalling strip, in particular facing transversely to a corresponding longitudinal direction of the vehicle in use.

[0037] Preferably, in any case, as from the Figures 1 to 5 It is inferred that the signaling member 11 comprises a first panel 111 and a second panel 111, in particular retroreflective and / or signaling strips, which face in opposite directions, in particular transversely to opposite longitudinal directions of the vehicle.

[0038] Generally, the longitudinal axis of a vehicle may be defined as the axis coinciding with the main extension of the vehicle.

[0039] In practice, the first panel 111 , in particular with the corresponding retroreflective surface 111a and / or the signal strip, faces the rear of the vehicle, whereas the second panel 111 , in particular with the corresponding retroreflective surface 111a and / or the signal strip, faces the front of the vehicle.

[0040] Particularly advantageously, as shown in the figure, the first panel 111 and the second panel 111, in particular the retroreflective and / or signal strips are arranged parallel to each other and / or longitudinally aligned with each other.

[0041] Particularly advantageously, as shown, the first panel 111 and the second panel 111 , in particular the retroreflective and / or signal strips, have a square shape and / or in any case the same dimensions.

[0042] Advantageously, as especially from the Figures 1 to 5Inferred from the above, the corresponding signal panel 111 is in the form of a thin metal or plastic plate, in particular having a corresponding retroreflective surface 111a, in particular preferably in the form of inclined strips and preferably in the form of alternating white and red stripes 111b, 111r. In fact, according to the corresponding law, the orientation of the inclined strips must have a progression, starting from the edge of the panel facing the vehicle, in the direction of the edge of the panel outside the vehicle or the transported load, i.e. a progressive form from top to bottom.

[0043] Particularly advantageously, the signalling means comprise light radiation emitting means (not necessarily shown in the drawings) and in particular red radiation emitting means, and generally in the form of at least one lamp (possibly also an LED lamp).

[0044] When used on the device 1, preferably, the light radiation emitting member projects in use relative to the corresponding signal panel 111, i.e. relative to the first signal panel 111 and the second signal panel 111, preferably in particular laterally on the side of the respective panel 111 opposite to the side facing the vehicle.

[0045] In practice, the optical radiation emitting member is arranged in use between the first and second panels 111 and projects in particular laterally relative to the first and second signalling panels 111 , 111 , preferably on the side of the respective panel 111 opposite to the side facing the vehicle.

[0046] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, means 13 are provided for supporting the signalling member 11 or respectively the signalling panel 111 and / or the light radiation emitting member on the member or bracket 10 for connection to a vehicle.

[0047] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, said means 13 for supporting said signalling member 11 on said member or bracket 10 for connection to the vehicle comprise respective support blocks 13 preferably made of a corresponding plastic material.

[0048] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, said support member or block 13 has a configuration, in particular a substantially prismatic configuration, suitable for defining for a respective signal panel 111 a corresponding engagement surface 130s for engaging a central area of ​​the corresponding panel 111 , preferably as shown in the figures.

[0049] Specifically, the support member or block 13 has opposing first and second engagement surfaces 130 s , 130 s for the first and second signal panels 111 , 111 .

[0050] Preferably, as can be inferred from the figure, the block 13 has, at the respective engagement surface 130s, 130s, an extension of the respective side, which is greater than at least a fourth part of the length of the corresponding side of the signal panel 111 .

[0051] In this way, strong support can be provided for the corresponding signal panel 111 .

[0052] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figures, said support member or block 13 has corresponding attachment members 130f for a corresponding signal panel 111 , preferably provided on said corresponding engagement face or surface 130s.

[0053] Specifically, the first and second attaching members 130 f and 130 f are disposed or formed on opposite engaging faces or surfaces 130 s , 130 s of the supporting member or block 13 to relatively fix the first and second signal panels 111 and 111 .

[0054] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the attachment member for the corresponding signal panel 111 on the supporting member or block 13 comprises a corresponding hole 130f, which is arranged on the corresponding mating surface or surface 130s, 130s for inserting the corresponding fixing screw 130v for fixing the corresponding signal panel 111.

[0055] Specifically, the first hole 130f and the second hole 130f are provided on the opposite engaging faces or surfaces 130s, 130s of the supporting member or block 13 to relatively fix the first signal panel 111 and the second signal panel 111.

[0056] As shown, the screw 130v has a corresponding enlarged head end and is inserted into the corresponding hole 111f set in the corresponding signal panel 111, traversing the corresponding hole so as to be inserted into the hole 130f on the corresponding mating surface or surface of the support member or block 130.

[0057] Particularly advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, means 111 ′ f are provided which are suitable for assembling the corresponding signalling panel 111 in the correct orientation.

[0058] In this way, it can be prevented that the respective signal panel is assembled in an incorrect manner, whereby the assembly would have to be redone, or even worse, the vehicle would be driven in a manner not in compliance with the law.

[0059] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figures, said means suitable for assembling said corresponding signalling panel 111 in the correct orientation comprise corresponding insertion holes 111 'f for corresponding screws or pins only when said corresponding panel is in the correct mounting position.

[0060] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the respective signal panel 111 comprises four holes 111f for inserting respective attachment screws 111v, the four holes 111f being arranged at the vertices of the respective virtual square. Advantageously, a fifth hole 111'f is also arranged in the signal panel 111 for inserting respective screws or pins, thereby defining the mounting means for mounting the respective signal panel 111 in the correct orientation, the fifth hole 111'f being arranged on the virtual diagonal line between the two holes 111v at the vertices of the virtual square. Particularly advantageously, as shown in the figure, the fifth hole 111'f arranged on the diagonal line is closer to one of the opposite holes between which the virtual diagonal line extends.

[0061] In this way, incorrect assembly of the respective signal panel is prevented in a simple and low-cost manner, which incorrect assembly would require reassembly or, worse, would cause the vehicle to be driven in a manner not in compliance with the law.

[0062] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, an element 15 suitable for supporting said light radiation emitting member is provided.

[0063] In this way, components suitable for emitting corresponding optical radiation can also be provided on the device.

[0064] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, said element 15 suitable for supporting said optical radiation emitting member can be engaged and disengaged with said member or block 13 for fixing said signaling member 11 .

[0065] In this way, the element may be used to support different components adapted to emit corresponding optical radiation.

[0066] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the respective element 15 for supporting the light radiation emitting member comprises means for engaging and disengaging the corresponding light radiation emitting member, in particular in the form of a respective seat 151 in which the light radiation emitting member is engageable and disengageable.

[0067] In this way, the light radiation emitting member may be replaced when necessary.

[0068] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the element 15 for supporting the light radiation emitting member is in the form of a corresponding block 150 and a corresponding attachment portion 155, in particular, the corresponding block is made of a rigid material, preferably a plastic material, in particular has a substantially prismatic shape, and preferably has an enlarged plate 154, thereby defining a corresponding front surface formed or located outside the base 151 for engaging and disengaging the light radiation emitting member, the corresponding attachment portion is in particular prismatic and preferably hollow, which extends from the enlarged plate 154 and is defined by corresponding peripheral surfaces, one or more of which, in particular the surface opposite to the surface for inserting the screws 153v, 153v, as will be better inferred from the following description of the invention, engages with a corresponding surface 135 of the member or block 13 for supporting the signaling member 11.

[0069] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, the element or block 15 for supporting the light radiation emitting member has corresponding through holes 152f, 152f, in particular in the form of a first hole 152f and a second hole 152f, which are preferably open on opposite side surfaces of the supporting element or block 15 or on the corresponding attachment portion 155, and the corresponding screws 153V, 153V are inserted into the through holes to attach to the member or block 13 for supporting the signaling member 11, the corresponding screws are in particular in the form of a first screw 153v and a second screw 153v, which are further inserted into the corresponding holes 135f, and the corresponding holes 135f are in particular in the form of a first hole 135f and a second hole 135f, which are arranged in the member or block 13 for supporting the signaling member 11.

[0070] Particularly advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member or bracket 10 for connecting the signaling member 11 to the vehicle comprises a member 12 for connection to the vehicle and a member 14 for supporting the signaling member 11 .

[0071] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member 14 for supporting the signaling member 11 is extendable or movable relative to the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle so as to position the signaling member 11 between the maximum and minimum extended positions relative to the vehicle.

[0072] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figures, said member 14 for supporting said signaling member 11 comprises a corresponding arm 141 carrying said signaling member 11 , said arm 141 being slidable or movable relative to said member 12 for connection to the vehicle.

[0073] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, said arm carrying said signaling member 11 is in the form of an elongated element, preferably an elongated tubular element 141 , having a respective free end 142 for supporting said signaling member 11 .

[0074] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the arm 141 carrying the signaling member 11 is preferably made of corresponding tubular metal material, with a main longitudinal branch 141 ', which is preferably placed horizontally and in particular at the bottom when in use, to couple with the member 12 for connection to the vehicle.

[0075] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, the arm 141 or the respective free end 142 carrying the signaling member 11 has respective means for coupling with the means or block 13 for fixing the signaling member 11 .

[0076] Particularly advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member 142 coupled to the member or block 13 for fixing the signaling member 11 comprises a corresponding part or branch 142a of the support arm 141, which extends vertically, in particular upwardly when in use, in particular from the main longitudinal branch or part 141' of the arm 141, the corresponding part or branch 142a preferably being connected to the main longitudinal branch or part 141' via a corresponding curved connecting part 142ab.

[0077] In this way, the signaling member can be arranged at a suitable position relative to the load or vehicle height.

[0078] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member coupled to the member or block 13 for fixing the signaling member 11 comprises a portion or branch 142b of the support arm, which returns rearwardly, in particular extends from the vertically projecting portion or branch 142a and in particular is parallel to the main longitudinal branch 141' of the support arm 141, the portion or branch 142b being preferably connected to the main longitudinal branch 141' via a corresponding curved connecting portion 142ab.

[0079] In this way, one end of the support arm 141 allows effective attachment to the member or block 13 supporting the signaling member 11 .

[0080] in an advantageous manner, such as in particular from Figure 5 Inferred, said member or block 13 for supporting said signaling member 11 comprises a first distinct part 131 and a second distinct part 132 opposed and joined together, each of which is in particular made of a corresponding plastic material.

[0081] Advantageously, especially from Figure 5It is inferred that the component or block 13 for supporting the signal transmitting component 11 includes a first unique component 131 and a second unique component 132 that are opposed to and joined together so as to define a accommodating base for the coupling component 142 of the support arm 141 between the corresponding components, and the accommodating base is particularly used to accommodate the vertically extending part or branch 142a of the support arm 141 and / or the rearward returning part or branch 142b of the support arm.

[0082] In this way, a quick and effective coupling between the member or block 13 for supporting the signaling member and the support arm 141 is achieved.

[0083] Advantageously, especially from Figure 5 , Fig. 7A and Figure 8 It is inferred that the first part 131 of the member or block 13 for supporting the signaling member 11 is in the form of a corresponding substantially hollow body, in particular having a substantially elongated quadrilateral shape, which includes a first longitudinal element 131a and a second longitudinal element 131b connected together by corresponding first vertical end elements 131c and second vertical end elements 131d and an intermediate vertical element 131e.

[0084] At the same time, in turn, the second part 132 of the member or block 13 for supporting the signal transmitting member 11 is in the form of a similarly roughly hollow body, in particular having a roughly quadrilateral shape, and includes a first longitudinal element 132a and a second longitudinal element 132b, one 132b of which is placed at the bottom when in use and extends longitudinally beyond the other 132a, and when in use, is opposed to the longitudinal elements 131a, 131b of the first part 131 and is connected to each other by corresponding first and second vertical end elements 132c, 132d, and the first vertical end element 132c and the second vertical end element 132d are respectively opposed to the middle vertical element 131e and the corresponding vertical end element 131d of the first part 131 of the member or block 13 for supporting the signal transmitting member 11 when in use.

[0085] In a favorable way, such as from Figure 5 and Figure 8 It is inferred that the first part 131 and the second part 132 of the member or block 13 for supporting the signaling member 11 have particularly flat corresponding surfaces 131 ', 132' suitable for facing and joining together.

[0086] Advantageously, as from Figure 5 and Figure 8It is inferred that the first part 131 and the second part 132 of the member or block 13 for supporting the signaling member 11 have corresponding faces or surfaces 130s, 130s opposite to the faces 131', 132' suitable for being opposed and engaged together, and such relative faces or surfaces 130s, 130s are suitable for accommodating the corresponding signal panel 111 when engaged.

[0087] Particularly advantageously, Figure 5 and Figure 8 It can be inferred that the base member of the member or block 13 for fixing the signaling member 11 is suitable for accommodating the support arm 141, including a first base 143a for the vertically extending part or branch 142a of the arm 141 and a second base 143b for the part or branch 142b returning backward, in particular extending from the vertically extending part or branch 142a.

[0088] In a favorable way, such as from Figure 5 , Fig. 7A and Figure 8 It is inferred that the base member of the coupling member 142 for the support arm 141, in particular, the first base 143a for accommodating the vertically extending part or branch 142a of the support arm 141 and / or the second base 143b for accommodating the backward returning part or branch 142b are defined by corresponding semicircular surfaces 143a, 143a and / or 143b, 143b which are opposed to each other and are respectively arranged on the first part 131 and the second part 132 of the member or block 13 for fixing the signaling member 11.

[0089] Advantageously, as from Figure 5 and 8 It is inferred that the first base 143a of the vertical protrusion 142a extends vertically, that is, it has a corresponding vertical axis, and is particularly arranged on the longitudinal elements 131b, 132b of the first and second parts of the component or block 13 for supporting the signal transmitting component 11, the element placed at the bottom when in use, and is particularly arranged on the corresponding protrusion 132'b of the longitudinal element 132b of the second part 132, and the protrusion extends relative to the vertical end element 132c opposite to the middle vertical element 131e of the first part of the component or block 13 for supporting the signal transmitting component 11.

[0090] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the second base 143b of the portion or branch 142b returning backwards extends longitudinally, with a length portion corresponding in particular to the width of the main part of the second part 132 for supporting the member or block 13 of the signaling member 11. The second base 143b is preferably provided on the longitudinal elements 131a, 132a of the first part 131 and the second part 132 for supporting the member or block 13 of the signaling member 11, in particular on the lowered placement portions 131'a, 132'a of the longitudinal elements 131a, 132a of the first part 131 and the second part 132.

[0091] In a favorable way, such as from Fig. 7A and Figure 8 It is inferred that the first part 131 of the component or block 13 for supporting the signal transmitting component 11 has a portion 131″ extending relative to the second part 132 of the component or block 13 for supporting the signal transmitting component 11, and the extending portion 131″ defines a base 135 for accommodating the element or block 15 for supporting the light radiation emitting component, preferably, the base is defined by a particularly flat corresponding face or surface of the corresponding vertical end element 131c of the first part 131.

[0092] Particularly advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, members 131f, 132f, 1312v are provided for engaging said first and second opposing portions of said member or block 13 for supporting said signaling member 11.

[0093] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member engaging the first and second opposing parts of the member or block 13 for supporting the signaling member 11 includes corresponding holes 131f, 132f in the first part 131 and the second part 132 of the member or block 13 for supporting the signaling member 11, and corresponding engaging screws 1312v are inserted into such holes 131f, 132f.

[0094] In particular, the corresponding first and second holes 131f, 132f and 131f, 132f of the corresponding first and second screws 132v, 132v are arranged on both sides of the corresponding base, especially on both sides of the first base 143a and the second base 143b of the corresponding parts or branches 142a, 142b of the coupling member accommodating the support arm 143.

[0095] Advantageously, the member or block 13 for fixing the signaling member 11 defines a member 132g for guiding and supporting a cable 30 for supplying power to the optical radiation emitting member, which is particularly arranged on the second part 132 of the member or block 13 for supporting the signaling member 11.

[0096] Advantageously, said means for guiding and supporting a cable 30 supplying electrical power to said light radiation emitting means comprise respective hook-like elements, preferably a first hook-like element 132g and a second hook-like element 132g spaced longitudinally apart.

[0097] Said hook-like element 132g is preferably arranged or accessible on a face of said second part 132 of said member or block 13 for supporting said signalling member 11 which faces towards the corresponding signalling panel 111 to which it is fixed.

[0098] Advantageously, the device 1 is movable between an operable signaling position and a rest position, and vice versa, and in particular said device 1 is movable, in particular rotatable, between an operable position transverse to the vehicle and a rest position longitudinal to said vehicle, and vice versa.

[0099] In this way, the device can be easily placed in a position where it will not interfere with the driving operation of the vehicle when it is no longer needed.

[0100] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, the member 10 connecting the signaling member 11 to the vehicle is connected in a rotatable manner, in particular relative to a corresponding vertical or longitudinal axis R of the vehicle.

[0101] As shown in the figure, the member 10 for connecting the signaling member 11 to the vehicle further comprises a member 16 adapted to movably connect the member 14 for supporting the signaling device with the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle.

[0102] As from Fig. 10A It is inferred that the connecting member 16 is suitable for allowing the member 14 for supporting the device to move to any position between a corresponding retracted position relative to the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle and a corresponding extended position relative to the connecting member 12, wherein in the corresponding retracted position, the signaling device 10 is maximally close to the vehicle; in the corresponding extended position, the signaling device 10 is maximally away from the vehicle.

[0103] Advantageously, especially from Fig. 10B As can be inferred from the drawings, the connecting member 16 has pairs of surfaces 18, 19 which slidingly engage with corresponding pairs of surfaces 20, 21 of the member for connection to the vehicle.

[0104] In this way, it is possible to minimize the gap existing between the member for supporting the signaling device and the member for connecting or fixing to the vehicle, and significantly reduce the vibration that the signaling device may have when the vehicle moves or travels.

[0105] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member 12 for connection to the vehicle is preferably in the form of a corresponding body having a first part 121, particularly placed at the top when in use, and a second part 122, particularly placed at the bottom when in use, said parts being opposed to each other and defining corresponding housing cavities for the connection member 16 and for supporting a corresponding end portion 140' of the member 14 of the device.

[0106] Specifically, especially from Figure 4 and Figure 5 It can be inferred that the corresponding parts 121, 122 of the main body 12 have a corresponding bottom wall 121a or 122a placed at the upper and / or lower part when in use, and the corresponding side walls 121b, 121c or 122b, 122c extend from the bottom wall when in use, thereby opposing each other at the corresponding vertical or free edge 123.

[0107] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, pairs of surfaces 18 , 19 , in particular two pairs of surfaces 18 , 19 , which are slidingly engaged with the corresponding pairs of surfaces 20 , 21 of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle are provided on the sides or on the upper part of the connection member 16 .

[0108] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, pairs of surfaces 18 , 19 , in particular two pairs of surfaces 18 , 19 , which are slidingly engaged with the corresponding pairs of surfaces 20 , 21 of the member for connection to the vehicle are provided on the sides or lower part of the connection member 16 .

[0109] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, pairs of surfaces, in particular two pairs of surfaces 18, 19, which slidingly engage with the corresponding pairs of surfaces 20, 21 of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle are provided on respective halves of the connection member 16, in particular on respective sides or parts.

[0110] In practice, as shown, two pairs of surfaces 18 , 19 are provided on one side or upper portion of the connecting member or body 16 , and two pairs of surfaces 18 , 19 are provided on one side or lower portion of the connecting member or body 16 .

[0111] In this way, the gap between the member 14 for supporting the signaling device and the member 12 for connecting or fixing to the vehicle can be minimized, and possible vibration of the signaling device when the vehicle moves or travels can be greatly reduced.

[0112] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, the surfaces 18 , 19 of each pair of sliding engagement surfaces on the connecting member 16 face in opposite directions, in particular transversely opposite each other.

[0113] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, the surfaces 18 , 19 of each pair of sliding engagement surfaces on the connecting member 16 are opposed to each other, in particular transversely opposed to each other.

[0114] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the surfaces 20, 21 in each pair of corresponding sliding engagement surfaces of the component 12 for connection to the vehicle face each other, in particular in laterally opposite directions, and preferably face the corresponding side edges of the component 12 for connection to the vehicle, and are particularly suitable for engaging the surfaces 18, 19 in the corresponding sliding engagement pairs opposite to each other.

[0115] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, in use, the surfaces 18, 19 of each pair of sliding engagement surfaces on the connecting member 16 and / or the corresponding pair of surfaces 20, 21 of the member 12 connected to the vehicle are transversely aligned with each other.

[0116] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figures and as described above, on said connection member 16 two pairs of sliding engagement surfaces 18 , 19 are provided on the upper part 121 of said connection member 12 .

[0117] Thus, as can be inferred from the figure, on the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, two pairs of corresponding sliding engagement surfaces 20 , 21 are provided on the lower part 122 of the connection member 12 .

[0118] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures and as described above, on said connection member 16 , two pairs of sliding engagement surfaces 18 , 19 are provided on the lower part 122 of said connection member 12 .

[0119] Thus, as can be inferred from the figure, on the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, two pairs of corresponding surfaces 20 , 21 are arranged to engage and slide on the lower part 122 of the connection member 12 .

[0120] In a particularly advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figures, the connecting member comprises or consists of a corresponding shaped body 16 , preferably made of plastic material, said body in particular having a substantially prismatic shape.

[0121] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, in order to connect the member 12 for connection to the vehicle and the member 14 for supporting the signaling device, a plurality of receiving seats 23 are provided for corresponding projections 25 .

[0122] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, the receiving seat 23 is provided in the shaped connection body 16 and the projections are provided on the member or arm 12 for connection to the vehicle, in particular on the first part 121 and the second part 122 thereof.

[0123] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, a plurality of receiving seats, in particular two receiving seats 23 for corresponding projections 25 are provided on respective sides or parts of the connecting member or body 16 , in particular the upper side 16 ′ and / or the lower side 16 ″.

[0124] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, a plurality of projections, in particular two projections 25, extend from respective sides, in particular upper side 12' and / or lower side 12", of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, or from the respective upper part 121 or lower part 122.

[0125] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the respective projection 25 or the respective pair of projections 25 , 25 extends in particular vertically from a bottom wall 121a or 122a of the respective upper part 121 or lower part 122 of the component 12 for connection to the vehicle.

[0126] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the respective projection 25 or the respective pair of projections 25, 25 in particular extends longitudinally for a major part of the length of the component 12 for connection to the vehicle or for connection to the respective part 121 or 122 of the component 12 of the vehicle, and in particular extends for a length greater than half the length of the component 12 for connection to the vehicle or for connection to the respective part 121 or 122 of the component 12 of the vehicle.

[0127] In practice, said respective seat 23 comprises in particular laterally mutually opposing opposing surfaces 18 , 19 which are in sliding engagement with in particular lateral surfaces 20 , 21 of said corresponding projection 25 .

[0128] As shown, the surfaces 20 , 21 of the corresponding sliding extensions 25 are provided at respective end portions, ie free ends, of the extensions 25 .

[0129] The respective base 23 also has a respective bottom wall 23 ′ from which the sliding engagement surfaces 18 , 19 extend, preferably perpendicularly, and are slidably engageable with the terminal edge 25 ′ of the respective extension 25 .

[0130] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, said means 26 are provided for firmly fixing said connecting member or body 16 to said member 14 for supporting said signalling device.

[0131] In this way, it is possible to further minimize the existing gap and significantly reduce the vibration that the signaling device may have when the vehicle moves or drives.

[0132] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, said secure fixing means 26 comprise respective tab members 140 which are inserted into corresponding clamping members 161 , 162 .

[0133] In particular, as can be inferred from the figures, the tab member comprises a respective enlarged tab 140 extending from the free end of the member 14 for supporting the signalling device.

[0134] Specifically, as shown in the figures, in use, the fixing tab 140 is arranged horizontally or substantially horizontally.

[0135] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, the clamping member comprises first and second opposing portions 161, 162 of the connecting member or body 16, and such portions 161, 162 are adapted to receive and clamp together the tab member 140 extending from the member 14 for supporting the signaling device.

[0136] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, means 17 are provided for coupling said connecting member or body 16 to said member 14 for supporting said signalling device.

[0137] Preferably, as can be inferred from the figure, the member for coupling the connecting member or body 16 to the member 14 for supporting the signaling device includes a corresponding rod 170, in particular a rod corresponding to a screw 17, which has an enlarged head end 17', is stopped by a corresponding nut 171, and is inserted into a corresponding hole 14', 16' provided in the member 14 for supporting the signaling device or in the connecting member or body 16.

[0138] In particular, a corresponding hole 16' is provided in a respective clamping portion 161 or 162 of the connecting member or body 16, and a corresponding hole 14' is provided in the tab portion 140 of the member 14 for supporting the signaling device.

[0139] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, means are provided for clamping said first and second opposing portions 161 , 162 of said connecting member or body 16 against said corresponding tabs 140 extending from said member 14 for supporting said signalling device.

[0140] In particular, as can be inferred from the figures, the coupling member 17 defines the member for clamping the first and second relative portions 161 , 162 of the connecting member or body 16 against the corresponding tabs 140 extending from the member 14 for supporting the signaling device.

[0141] In a more advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figures, said insertion tab 140 is defined by a flattened end portion of said member 14 for supporting said signaling device.

[0142] In fact, as can be inferred from the figures, the connecting member or body 16 has a first portion 161 and a second portion 162 which together delimit a respective slot 163 housing the respective tab 120 .

[0143] As can be inferred from the figure, the first part 161 and the second part 162 of the connecting member or body 16 are connected to each other by a connecting part 164, and the first part 161 and the second part 162 extend in a cantilevered manner from the connecting part, and the connecting part allows the first part 161 and the second part 162 to approach each other, in particular in a bending manner, that is, due to elastic yield, so that the relative faces 120', 120" of the corresponding insertion tabs or end parts of the member 14 used to support the signaling device engage with the corresponding surfaces 161', 162'.

[0144] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the connecting member or body 16 has a first and a second relative outer surface 161", 162", on which the corresponding surfaces 18, 19 are arranged, and the relative outer surfaces are arranged on the connecting member 16 for sliding engagement with the corresponding receiving seat 23 of the corresponding extension 25 of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, that is, for sliding engagement with the corresponding receiving seat 23 of the corresponding extension 25 of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle.

[0145] The opposing outer surfaces 161", 162" are preferably parallel to the inner surfaces 161', 162' of the first and second portions 161, 162 of the connecting member or body 16 for engaging the corresponding insertion tabs or end portions 140 of the member 14 for supporting the signaling device.

[0146] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the first clamping portion 161 and the second clamping portion 162 have mutually opposing end faces 165, 165, which face away from each other so as to accommodate corresponding convergent portions of the connecting member or body 16, which support the insertion end portion or tab or are upstream of the insertion end portion or tab.

[0147] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, a member 28 is also provided for blocking the member or arm for supporting the signaling member 11 in a corresponding working position relative to the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, the blocking member 28 being particularly arranged close to the free end of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle.

[0148] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member blocking the member or arm used to support the signaling member 11 can be engaged on the member or arm used to support the signaling member 11 so as to block it in the corresponding working position, and the blocking member can be disengaged from the member or arm used to support the signaling member 11 so as to release it and allow it to slide freely relative to the member 12 used to be connected to the vehicle.

[0149] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member that blocks the member or arm for supporting the signaling member 11 relative to the member 12 for connection to the vehicle includes a corresponding actuating member, in particular in the form of a knob 28, which is supported by the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, in particular in a freely tightenable and loosenable manner, and can be actuated against each other, in particular in the action of engaging or blocking the member or arm for supporting the signaling member 11 and in the action of disengaging and releasing the member or arm for supporting the signaling member 11.

[0150] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, the actuating member or knob 28 has a corresponding shaped slender plate 281, in particular having a curved shape, which engages (i.e. its free end engages) preferably in a manner movable in the vertical direction, thereby engaging a corresponding handle 28 for supporting the member 14 of the signaling device and distributing the forces thereon.

[0151] In particular, said shaped plate 281 is housed in said member 12 for connection to said vehicle, in particular in its lower part 121 , and has a respective hollow tube 282 extending in particular perpendicularly relative to said plate 281 , suitable for housing an engagement handle 280 .

[0152] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, a member 31 is also provided for allowing the member 14 for supporting the signaling device to slide relative to the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, which is particularly located at the free end 28 of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, in particular downstream of the engaging member that blocks the member 14 for supporting the signaling device.

[0153] The sliding member 31 is arranged close to the end wall 12e of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, that is, the perforated outlet wall 12e of the member 14 for supporting the signaling device, which is opposite to the transverse wall 12i on the other side of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle.

[0154] In particular, as can be inferred from the figure, the member 31 for sliding the member 14 supporting the signaling device relative to the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle comprises first and second half elements or half rings 31 , 31 peripherally engaged on the side opposite to the connecting member or body 16 .

[0155] The first part 121 and the second part 122 of the component 12 for connection to the vehicle have corresponding shaped seats 310 , in particular semicircular, adjoining the corresponding half-elements or half-rings 31 , 31 .

[0156] Specifically, the shaped seat 310 is provided downstream of the region provided for blocking the member or arm for supporting the signaling member 11 at the member 28 for connection to the vehicle.

[0157] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, members 36, 37, 38, 39 are provided for attaching together the first component 121 and the second component 122 of the member for connection to the vehicle.

[0158] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the attachment member between the first part 121 and the second part 122 of the component 12 for connecting to the vehicle comprises a corresponding pivot member 36, in particular having a conical shape, which is inserted into a corresponding housing 37, specifically, the pivot member 36 and / or the housing 37 are arranged at the end of a corresponding cylindrical element 360, 370, which extends from the corresponding part 121 and / or 122 of the component 12 for connecting to the vehicle, in particular from the bottom wall 121a, 122a of the corresponding part 121 and / or 122 of the component 12 for connecting to the vehicle.

[0159] In particular, as shown, a pair of pivot elements 36, 36 are provided which are inserted into the corresponding pair of housings 37, 37 located at one end of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, in particular upstream.

[0160] In addition, a second pair of pivot elements 36, 36 is provided, which are inserted into the corresponding housing pair 37, 37 and are close to the opposite end or downstream end of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, and are particularly arranged at the member 28 that blocks the member or arm supporting the signaling member 11 in the corresponding working position or laterally relative to the blocking member.

[0161] In this way, the first component 121 and the second component 122 of the component 12 for connection to the vehicle may be connected together in a particularly quick and easy manner.

[0162] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, the member attaching the first part 121 and the second part 122 of the connecting member also includes a screw engagement member 38, in particular in the form of a first screw 38 and a second screw 38, which are inserted into corresponding through holes 38', 38' of the corresponding part 122 of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle and are tightened in corresponding threaded holes 39, 39 of another part 121 of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle.

[0163] Preferably, the through hole 38' and the threaded hole 39 are arranged at or near the member 28 that blocks the member or arm for supporting the signaling member 11 in the corresponding working position (especially laterally relative to it), and / or especially downstream of the corresponding pin 36 and the attachment housing 37.

[0164] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the longitudinal extension 25 for sliding the connecting member or body 16 is arranged on the corresponding parts 121 and / or 122 of the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle, and extends longitudinally from the cylinders 360, 370 for attaching the member at one end (especially upstream) of the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle to the vicinity of the cylinders 360, 370 for attaching the member at the other end (especially downstream) of the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle.

[0165] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, components 32 and / or 34 are provided for stopping the connecting component 16 in the corresponding working position, in particular in the retracted position and / or in the extended position, in which the signaling device 10 is particularly maximally close to the vehicle; in the extended position, in which the signaling device 10 is particularly maximally far away from the vehicle.

[0166] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, the members 32 and / or 34 stopping the connection member 16 in the respective working position are arranged on the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, in particular on its upper part 121 and / or lower part 122 .

[0167] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member which stops the connecting member 16 in the corresponding extended working position, in particular of the member 14 for supporting the signaling device, is defined by a corresponding engaging stud 32, which is preferably arranged to extend from the upper part 121 of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, in particular from its bottom wall 121a, and extends between the extension 25 which slidably engages the connecting member or body 16.

[0168] Preferably, the engagement stud 32 is located upstream of the member 31 that allows the member 14 for supporting the signaling device to slide relative to the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle, and / or blocks the member or arm for supporting the signaling member 11, or the first part 121 and the second part 122 of the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle and those of the members 36, 37, 38, 39 at their free ends.

[0169] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member that stops the connecting member 16 from moving in the corresponding retracted working position is defined by one or more corresponding cylinders 360, 370 of the corresponding attachment members 36 and / or 37 between the first part 121 and the second part 122 of the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle, and is arranged at one end of the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle, in particular upstream.

[0170] In an advantageous manner, as described above, means for supplying electric current are provided, in particular in the form of corresponding cables 30 .

[0171] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figures, said connection member or body 16 has members 40 for retaining said member or power supply cable 30 .

[0172] In this way, the power supply member or cable 30 can easily move together, ie extend or retract, when the member for supporting the signaling device moves, without risk of obstruction.

[0173] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member holding the power supply member or cable 30 extends on a corresponding face of the connecting member or body 16 , in particular placed underneath in use, and preferably comprises a corresponding ring element 40 for inserting and holding the power supply cable 30 .

[0174] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the connecting member or body 16 includes a corresponding base or channel 41 for storing the power supply member or cable 30, and the storage base or channel 41 is located on a corresponding surface of the connecting member or body 16, especially placed on the lower part when in use, and leads to a corresponding hole 42 for the power supply cable 30 to pass through, and the corresponding hole 42 preferably corresponds to or faces a corresponding hole 149 arranged on the member or arm (especially on its inclined surface) for supporting the signaling member 11 when in use, and the cable passes through the member or arm for supporting the signaling member 11 through this hole 149.

[0175] As shown, the storage seats or channels 41 are located between corresponding longitudinal seats 23 for sliding engagement, which seats are provided on the respective faces of the connecting member or body 16, especially the lower part placed in use.

[0176] In an advantageous manner, as can be inferred from the figure, a member 44 is provided for stopping the power supply member or cable 30 on the member 12 for connection to the vehicle, in particular on its lower part 122, and this stopping member 44 is preferably arranged between end positions, in particular longitudinally opposite, the end positions of the connecting member or body 16 being respectively in the retracted position and the extended position of the member 14 for supporting the signaling device.

[0177] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member 44 for stopping the power supply member or cable 30 on the member 12 for connection to the vehicle comprises a member or plate 45 for engaging and clamping the power supply member or cable 30 against a wall (in particular a bottom wall or lower wall) 122a of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle or against a corresponding part (in particular a lower part) 122 of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle.

[0178] As shown, a screw member is provided, namely in the form of a first screw 46 and a second screw 46, which clamps the member or plate 45 for engaging and clamping the power supply member or cable 30 toward and against the wall (especially the bottom wall or lower wall) 122a of the corresponding part (especially the lower part) 122 of the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle, namely against the wall 122a of the corresponding part (especially the lower part) 122 of the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle.

[0179] Advantageously, as can be inferred from the figure, the member or plate 45 engaging and clamping the power supply member or cable 30 extends in particular transversely so as to be embedded in at least one corresponding slit 25' provided in the corresponding longitudinal extension 25, or in the corresponding slits 25' in two adjacent longitudinal extensions 25, 25 on which the connecting member or body 16 slides, and the corresponding extension is in particular provided on a corresponding part (in particular a lower part) 122 of the member 12 for connection to the vehicle.

[0180] Specifically, the longitudinal length of the connecting member or body 16 is greater than the longitudinal extension of the corresponding slit 25', in which case the connecting member or body 16 is allowed to easily move out of the slit without obstruction when moving along the corresponding protrusion.

[0181] As can be inferred from the figure, the member 12 for connection to the vehicle comprises members 52 , 54 for preferably direct fixing, in particular hinged fixing, to the vehicle.

[0182] In particular, the member 12 for connection to the vehicle defines a corresponding hinge end joint, preferably rotating about a longitudinal axis. In particular, through holes are provided on the upper part of the body 12 for connection to the vehicle, and corresponding through holes are provided on the lower part of the body 12 for connection to the vehicle.

[0183] As can be inferred from the figure, the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle comprises a member extending from the end (especially upstream) of the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle, and in particular comprises a first part 52 and a second part 54 extending from the end wall 12 of the corresponding upper and lower parts 121, 122 of the member 12 for connecting to the vehicle, the protruding member or part (such as the protruding member or part 52, 54) comprising corresponding hinge connection through holes preferably for direct hinge connection to the vehicle.

[0184] Advantageously, as shown, a member or recess 50 for arranging a corresponding lighting member is provided near one end of said member 12 for connection to said vehicle.

[0185] Furthermore, as shown, the member or recess 50 has a corresponding bottom in which a hole is provided for the passage of a corresponding power supply cable.

[0186] In fact, it is obvious that the technical features shown above alone or in corresponding combinations lead to one or more of the following advantageous results:

[0187] - the device can be used in different use cases, in particular in different types of vehicles;

[0188] - Provide strong support for the corresponding signal panel;

[0189] - it is prevented that the respective signal panel is assembled in an incorrect manner, whereby it is necessary to redo the assembly or, even worse, the vehicle will be driven in a manner not in compliance with the law;

[0190] - means suitable for emitting corresponding optical radiation can also be easily arranged on the device;

[0191] - the elements may be used to support different types of components adapted to emit corresponding optical radiation;

[0192] - the signaling member can be arranged at a suitable position relative to the load or vehicle height;

[0193] The device can be easily placed in a position where it does not interfere with the driving operation of the vehicle when it is no longer needed.

[0194] The present invention is generally used for clear industrial applications. It can also be conceived by those skilled in the art that various modifications and / or changes to the present invention are within the scope of the inventive concept as described in detail above. In addition, it can also be conceived by those skilled in the art that preferred embodiments of the present invention are included, including one or more of the above-described features of the preferred embodiments. In addition, it is contemplated herein that all details of the present invention can be replaced with technically equivalent elements.

Claims

1. A device (1) for signaling an obstruction of a vehicle, for a lateral obstruction of the vehicle, useful on agricultural and / or forestry machinery or for signaling a load extending from the vehicle, the device comprising a signaling member (11) of outer dimensions and a signaling device (10) for connecting the signaling member (11) to the vehicle; characterised in that The signaling device (10) for connecting the signaling member (11) to the vehicle is suitable for supporting the signaling member (11) in a corresponding position, which is a lateral support relative to the vehicle, and the position is between a maximum extension position and a minimum extension position relative to the vehicle; the signaling device (10) for connecting the signaling member (11) to the vehicle comprises a first member (12) for connecting to the vehicle, a second member (14) for supporting the signaling device, and a connecting member (16) suitable for movably connecting the second member (14) for supporting the signaling device to the first member (12) for connecting to the vehicle, and the connecting member (16) is suitable for allowing the second member (14) for supporting the device to move to any position between a corresponding retracted position and a corresponding extended position, in which the signaling device (10) is maximally close to the vehicle; In the corresponding extended position, the signaling device (10) is as far away from the vehicle as possible; the connecting member (16) has a plurality of pairs of surfaces (18, 19), and the plurality of pairs of surfaces are slidably engaged with the corresponding plurality of pairs of surfaces (20, 21) of the first member (12) used to be connected to the vehicle; a firmly fixing member (26) is provided for firmly fixing the connecting member (16) to the second member (14) used to support the signaling device; the firmly fixing member (26) includes a corresponding tab member (140), which is inserted into a corresponding clamping member (161), (162); the clamping member includes a first and a second relative portion (161), (162) of the connecting member (16), and the first and the second relative portions (161), (162) are suitable for accommodating the tab member (140) and clamping it together, and the tab member extends from the second member (14) used to support the signaling device.

2. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that The signaling device (10) for connecting the signaling member (11) to the vehicle comprises or consists of an extendable bracket which can be extended transversely to the vehicle in use, such extendable bracket being suitable for arranging the signaling member (11) between the maximum extension position and the minimum extension position relative to the vehicle.

3. The device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The signal transmission component (11) at least comprises a corresponding signal panel (111), the signal panel having a corresponding retroreflective surface (111a) and / or a signal bar and facing laterally to the corresponding longitudinal direction of the vehicle when in use; the signal transmission component (11) comprises a first and a second signal panel, the first and second signal panels are retroreflective and / or signal bars, facing in opposite directions, the first and second signal panels facing laterally to the opposite longitudinal directions of the vehicle.

4. The device according to claim 3, characterized in that The corresponding signal panel (111) is in the form of a thin metal or plastic plate, and has a corresponding retroreflective surface (111a), which is a retroreflective surface with inclined strips and alternating white and red strips (111b, 111r).

5. The device according to claim 3, characterized in that The signalling member comprises a light radiation emitting member which, in use, projects laterally relative to the corresponding signalling panel (111) or relative to the first and second signalling panels, the light radiation emitting member projecting at a side of the first and second signalling panels opposite to a side facing the vehicle.

6. Device according to the preceding claim 5, characterized in that A supporting member (13) is provided for supporting the signaling member (11) or the corresponding signaling panel (111) and / or the light radiation emitting member on the signaling device (10) for connection to the vehicle.

7. The device according to claim 6, characterized in that The support member (13) for connecting the signaling member (11) to the signaling device (10) of the vehicle comprises a support block.

8. Device according to any one of the preceding claims 6 and 7, characterized in that The support member (13) or the support block has a configuration which is a roughly prismatic configuration, and the configuration is suitable for defining a corresponding mating surface (130s) for the corresponding signal panel (111); specifically, the support member (13) has a first and a second opposing mating surface for the first and second signal panels; the support member (13) has an extension portion on the corresponding side at the first and second mating surfaces, and the signal panel (111) is provided with a fourth portion in the length direction on the side corresponding to the extension portion, and the extension portion is at least larger than the fourth portion.

9. Device according to the preceding claim 8, characterized in that The supporting member (13) or the supporting block has a corresponding attachment member (130f), the attachment member (130f) is used for the corresponding signal panel (111), and the attachment member (130f) is arranged on the first and second engaging surfaces; specifically, the attachment member (130f) is arranged on the first and second engaging surfaces of the supporting member (13) for relatively fixing the first and second signal panels.

10. The device according to claim 9, characterized in that The attachment member (130f) on the support member (13) or the support block for the corresponding signal panel (111) comprises a corresponding hole, which is arranged on the first and second mating surfaces and is used to insert a corresponding fixing screw (130v) of the corresponding signal panel (111); specifically, the corresponding hole is arranged on the first and second mating surfaces of the support member (13) and is used to relatively fix the first and second signal panels (111, 111); the fixing screw (130v) is embedded in the corresponding hole (111f), and the corresponding hole (111f) is arranged in the corresponding signal panel (111).

11. The device according to claim 10, characterized in that A member (111'f) is provided which is suitable for assembling the corresponding signal panel (111) in a correct orientation.

12. The device according to claim 11, characterized in that The member (111'f) adapted to assemble the corresponding signal panel (111) in a correct orientation comprises a corresponding insertion hole (111'f) for a corresponding screw or pin only when the corresponding panel is in a correct mounting position.

13. Device according to claim 12, characterized in that The corresponding signal panel (111) includes four holes (111f) for inserting corresponding attachment screws (111v), and the four holes (111f) are arranged at the vertices of the corresponding virtual square; a fifth hole (111'f) is arranged in the signal panel (111) for inserting corresponding screws or pins, thereby defining a component (111'f) for assembling the corresponding signal panel (111) in a correct orientation, and the fifth hole (111'f) is arranged on a virtual diagonal line between the two holes (111v) at the vertices of the virtual square, and the fifth hole (111'f) arranged on the diagonal line is closer to one of the relative holes between which the virtual diagonal line extends.

14. Device according to claim 13, characterized in that An element (15) is provided which is adapted to support the light radiation emitting member.

15. The device according to claim 14, characterized in that The element (15) adapted to support the optical radiation emitting member is engageable and disengageable with the support member (13) or support block for fixing the signaling member (11).

16. Device according to claim 14, characterized in that The element (15) for supporting the light radiation emitting member comprises engagement and disengagement means for the corresponding light radiation emitting member in the form of a corresponding seat (151) in which the light radiation emitting member is engageable and disengageable.

17. Device according to any one of the preceding claims 14 to 16, characterized in that The element (15) for supporting the light radiation emitting member is in the form of a corresponding block (150) and a corresponding attachment portion (155), the corresponding block (150) being made of a rigid material, made of a plastic material, having a substantially prism shape, and having an enlarged plate (154) to define a corresponding front surface of the engagement and disengagement base (151) of the light radiation emitting member, the corresponding attachment portion (155) having a prism shape and having a hollow shape, extending from the enlarged plate (154) and defined by corresponding peripheral surfaces, one or more of which, the surface opposite to the surface for inserting the screw (153v, 153v), engages with a corresponding surface (135) of the support member (13) or the support block for supporting the signaling member (11).

18. Device according to claim 17, characterized in that The element (15) for supporting the light radiation emitting member has corresponding through holes (152f, 152f) which are opened on opposite side surfaces of the element (15) or the block or on the corresponding attachment portion (155), and the corresponding screws (153V, 153V) are inserted into the supporting member (13) or the supporting block of the signaling member (11) in the through holes, and the corresponding attachment screws are inserted into corresponding holes (135f) provided in the supporting member (13) or the supporting block for supporting the signaling member (11).

19. The device according to claim 18, characterized in that The second member (14) for supporting the signaling member (11) is extendable or movable relative to the first member (12) for connection to the vehicle so as to position the signaling member (11) between the maximum extended position and the minimum extended position relative to the vehicle.

20. The device according to any one of the preceding claims 5 and 19, characterized in that The second member (14) for supporting the signaling member (11) comprises a corresponding arm (141) carrying the signaling member (11), the arm (141) being slidable or movable relative to the first member (12) for connection to the vehicle.

21. The device according to claim 20, characterized in that The arm carrying the signaling member (11) is in the form of an elongated element in the form of an elongated tubular element (141) having a respective free end (142) for supporting the signaling member (11).

22. Device according to claim 21, characterized in that The arm (141) carrying the signaling member (11) is made of a corresponding tubular metal material, having a main longitudinal branch (141') which is placed horizontally in use and at the bottom in use to couple with the first member (12) for connection to the vehicle.

23. The device according to claim 22, characterized in that The arm (141) or the corresponding free end (142) carrying the signaling member (11) has a corresponding member for coupling with the supporting member (13) or a supporting block for fixing the signaling member (11).

24. The device according to claim 23, characterized in that The respective free end (142) coupled to the support member (13) or support block for fixing the signaling member (11) comprises a vertically extending portion or branch (142a) of the support arm (141), which extends vertically and, in use, upwardly, from the main longitudinal branch (141') of the arm (141).

25. Device according to the preceding claim 24, characterized in that The member connected to the support member (13) or support block for fixing the signaling member (11) includes a rearward return portion or branch (142b) of the support arm, extending from the vertically extending portion or branch (142a) of the vertically extending support arm (141) and parallel to the main longitudinal branch (141') of the support arm (141).

26. Device according to the preceding claim 25, characterized in that The support member (13) or support block for supporting the signaling member (11) comprises first and second parts (131, 132) opposed to and joined together.

27. The device according to claim 26, characterized in that The support member (13) or support block for supporting the signaling member (11) includes a first and a second part (131, 132) opposed and joined together so as to define a corresponding accommodating base member for the corresponding free end (142) of the support arm (141) therebetween, the corresponding accommodating base member being used to accommodate a vertically extending portion or branch (142a) of the support arm (141) and / or a rearwardly returning portion or branch (142b) of the support arm.

28. The device according to claim 27, characterized in that The first part (131) of the support member (13) or the support block for supporting the signaling member (11) is in the form of a corresponding substantially hollow body, having a substantially elongated quadrilateral shape, comprising first and second longitudinal elements (131a, 131b) connected together by corresponding first and second vertical end elements (131c, 131d) and an intermediate vertical element (131e), and the second part (132) of the support member (13) or the support block for supporting the signaling member (11) is in the form of a substantially hollow body, having a substantially quadrilateral shape, comprising first and second longitudinal elements (132a, 132b) connected together by corresponding first and second vertical end elements (131c, 131d) and an intermediate vertical element (131e). 132b), the second longitudinal element (132b) extends longitudinally beyond the first longitudinal element (132a), and when in use, is opposed to the longitudinal elements (131a, 131b) of the first component (131) and is connected to each other through corresponding first and second vertical end elements (132c, 132d), and the first and second vertical end elements (132c, 132d) are respectively opposed to the middle vertical element (131e) and the corresponding vertical end element (131d) of the first component (131) of the support member (13) or the support block for supporting the signaling member (11) when in use.

29. The device according to claim 27, characterized in that The first and second parts (131, 132) of the support member (13) or support block for supporting the signaling member (11) have flat corresponding surfaces (131', 132') adapted to be opposed and joined together.

30. The device according to claim 29, characterized in that The first and second parts (131, 132) of the support member (13) or support block for supporting the signaling member (11) have first and second engagement surfaces opposite to the faces (131', 132') adapted to be opposed and engaged together, the first and second engagement surfaces being adapted to accommodate a corresponding signal panel (111) when engaged.

31. The device according to any one of the preceding claims 28 to 30, characterized in that The base member of the support member (13) or support block for fixing the signaling member (11) is suitable for accommodating the support arm (141), including a first base (143a) for the vertically extending portion or branch (142a) of the arm (141) and a second base (143b) for the backward returning portion or branch (142b) of the support arm extending from the vertically extending portion or branch (142a).

32. The device according to claim 31, characterized in that The base member for the corresponding free end (142) of the support arm (141) is the first base (143a) for accommodating the vertically extending portion or branch (142a) of the support arm (141) and / or the second base (143b) for accommodating the backward returning portion or branch (142b) of the support arm, and the first base (143a) and the second base (143b) are defined by corresponding semicircular surfaces (143a, 143a and / or 143b, 143b) respectively arranged on the first part (131) and the second part (132) of the support member (13) or the support block for fixing the signaling member (11) and are opposed to each other.

33. The device according to claim 31, characterized in that The first base (143a) for the vertical extension or branch (142a) extends vertically or has a corresponding vertical axis and is arranged on the longitudinal elements (131b, 132b) of the first and second parts of the support member (13) or support block for supporting the signaling member (11), the first base (143a) being placed on the lower element when in use and being arranged on the corresponding extension (132'b) of the longitudinal element (132b) of the second part (132).

34. Device according to claim 33, characterized in that The second base (143b) for the rearwardly returning portion or branch (142b) of the support arm extends longitudinally, and the extension length corresponds to the width of the main part of the second part (132) of the support member (13) or the support block for supporting the signaling member (11), and the second base (143b) is arranged on the longitudinal elements (131a, 132a) of the first and second parts (131, 132) of the support member (13) or the support block for supporting the signaling member (11), and the second base (143b) is arranged on the lowered parts (131'a, 132'a) of the longitudinal elements (131a, 132a) of the first and second parts (131, 132).

35. Device according to claim 34, characterized in that The first part (131) of the support member (13) or the support block for supporting the signaling member (11) has a portion (131') protruding relative to the second part (132) of the support member (13) or the support block for supporting the signaling member (11), and the protruding portion (131') defines a base (135) for accommodating the element (15) for supporting the light radiation emitting member, and the base is defined by the flat surface of the first vertical end element (131c) of the first part (131).

36. Device according to claim 35, characterized in that A third member is provided for engaging first and second opposing portions of the support member (13) or support block for supporting the signaling member (11).

37. The device according to claim 36, characterized in that The third member engaging the first and second opposing parts of the support member (13) or the support block for supporting the signaling member (11) includes corresponding holes (131f, 132f) and engaging screws (1312v) in the first and second parts (131, 132) of the support member (13) or the support block for supporting the signaling member (11), and the corresponding engaging screws (1312v) are inserted into such holes (131f, 132f), and the corresponding first and second holes (131f, 132f and 131f, 132f) of the corresponding engaging screws (1312v) are arranged on both sides of the first and second bases (143a, 143b) of the corresponding parts or branches (142a, 142b) of the coupling member accommodating the support arm (143).

38. Device according to claim 37, characterized in that The support member (13) or support block for fixing the signaling member (11) defines a member (132g) for guiding and supporting a cable (30) for supplying power to the optical radiation emitting member, which is arranged on the second part (132) of the support member (13) or support block for supporting the signaling member (11).

39. The device according to claim 38, characterized in that The member (132g) for guiding and supporting the cable (30) for supplying power to the optical radiation emitting member comprises corresponding hook-shaped elements, the corresponding hook-shaped elements being first and second hook-shaped elements (132g, 132g) spaced apart longitudinally, the hook-shaped elements (132g) being arranged on the surface of the second part (132) of the supporting member (13) or the supporting block for supporting the signaling member (11) facing the corresponding signal panel (111) to which it is fixed, or the hook-shaped elements (132g) are accessible at the surface of the corresponding signal panel (111).

40. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that The device (1) is movable between an operable signaling position and a rest position, and vice versa, the device (1) is movable between a transverse operable position of the vehicle and a longitudinal rest position of the vehicle, and the device (1) is rotatable between a transverse operable position of the vehicle and a longitudinal rest position of the vehicle.

41. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that The signaling device (10) connects the signaling member (11) to the vehicle in a rotatable manner, that is, in a rotatable manner relative to a corresponding vertical axis or longitudinal axis (R) of the vehicle.

42. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that The connecting member (16) comprises or consists of a corresponding shaped body made of plastic material having a generally prismatic shape.

43. The device according to claim 42, characterized in that In order to connect the first member (12) to the vehicle and the second member (14) for supporting the signaling device, a plurality of seats (23) are provided for accommodating corresponding extensions (25).

44. The device according to claim 43, characterized in that The base (23) is arranged in the connecting member, and the extension is arranged on the first member (12) for connecting to the vehicle.

45. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that A fourth member (28) is provided for locking the signaling device (10) for supporting the signaling member (11) in a corresponding working position relative to the first member (12) connected to the vehicle.

46. ​​The device according to claim 1, characterized in that A fifth member (32 and / or 34) is provided for stopping the connecting member (16) from moving in the corresponding working position, in the retracted position and / or in the extended position, wherein the signaling device (10) is maximally close to the vehicle in the retracted position; In the extended position, the signaling device (10) is maximally away from the vehicle.

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