Safety strip for a door and method for operating a safety strip

Abstract

The present invention relates to a security strip for a door and a method for operating the security strip, and more particularly to a security strip for a vehicle door. The security strip is elastic and / or flexible, has at least one receiving space, and includes a sensor assembly. The sensor assembly is configured to emit electromagnetic radiation into and receive electromagnetic radiation from a monitoring area. The sensor assembly is arranged in the receiving space such that the security strip completely surrounds the sensor assembly in at least one plane.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a safety strip for a door, in particular a safety strip for a vehicle door. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a door having the safety strip and a vehicle having the door. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a method for operating a safety element. Background Art

[0002] Safety strips for transport vehicle doors are known in the prior art. These strips are used to seal between a door and a frame, or between two doors. These strips are also known as profiled safety strips. Furthermore, they can prevent or reduce the likelihood of objects (such as people or objects) being trapped between a door and a frame, or between two doors. To this end, the strips can include, for example, contact strips that generate a signal when deformed in a predefined manner. For example, deformation of the strip could be caused by a person's arm being trapped between a closing door and a frame, or between two doors. This signal can interrupt further closing of the door to prevent injury.

[0003] Furthermore, the use of light barrier assemblies is known, which can be used to detect objects between a door and a frame, or between two doors. Light barrier assemblies typically include a transmitter and a receiver. The transmitter can be located in the frame, while the receiver can be arranged in the door. If the light emitted by the transmitter is interrupted by an object, the light barrier assembly generates a signal that can interrupt the closing of the door.

[0004] Object recognition by contact strips and / or light barrier assemblies is limited in many respects. In addition, in particular the transmitting and receiving units of the light barrier assemblies are open towards the monitored space, making them susceptible to damage, for example due to vandalism. Summary of the Invention

[0005] Therefore, the object of the present invention is to provide a security strip that improves object recognition. A further object of the present invention is to provide a security strip that ensures increased security. A further object is to provide a security strip that is protected from damage. A further object is to provide a security strip that is simple and inexpensive to manufacture and / or replace.

[0006] A security strip for a door, preferably a door of a vehicle, is described. The security strip is elastic and / or flexible. The security strip has at least one receiving space. The security strip includes a sensor assembly. The sensor assembly is configured to emit electromagnetic radiation into a monitoring area and to receive electromagnetic radiation from the monitoring area. The sensor assembly is arranged in the receiving space such that the security strip completely surrounds the sensor assembly in at least one plane.

[0007] By emitting electromagnetic radiation into and receiving electromagnetic radiation from the monitored space, the monitored space can be effectively monitored and object detection within the monitored space can be improved. The sensor assembly can be positioned in a protected manner within the receiving space. Furthermore, the sensor assembly can be easily installed on a door, such as a vehicle door. This requires only replacing the door's security strip. This provides a simple and inexpensive retrofit option for existing doors.

[0008] The safety strip can be non-rigid, flexible and / or elastic. In particular, the safety strip is configured as a profile and is provided as a safety profile. The safety strip can contribute to or cause a seal between a door and a frame or between a door and another door.

[0009] The safety strip can be set up for a movable element. For example, the safety strip is set up for a door or a window.

[0010] Typically, a door can be a pivot door, a revolving door, a folding door, a sliding door, a plug door, an inward swing door, or an outward swing door. The door can also be set up for use in or installed in a building.

[0011] The means of transport can generally be a vehicle, preferably a commercial vehicle or a bus. The means of transport can be a passenger car, a truck, a bus, an autonomous vehicle or a shuttle bus, or a train. The means of transport can be an elevator, an airplane, or a cable car, such as a funicular.

[0012] The security strip can be configured to identify at least one object, such as a person or object, in the monitored space. Alternatively or additionally, the security strip can be configured to generate a signal when an object is detected in the monitored space. For example, control of a door can be altered based on the signal.

[0013] The monitoring area or monitoring space can be an entrance and / or exit area or an entrance and / or exit space. The monitoring area can be at least partially located in the transport and / or outside the transport. The monitoring area can have a surface area of at least 0.01 m 3 , preferably at least 0.1m 3 , more preferably at least 0.5m 3 , more preferably at least 1.0 m 3 volume.

[0014] The monitoring area can extend perpendicularly to the plane defined by the door over a distance of at least 0.1 m, preferably at least 0.5 m, more preferably at least 1.0 m, more preferably at least 2.0 m, more preferably at least 3.0 m.

[0015] The sensor assembly may form a single unit. For example, the sensor assembly may include a housing. All components of the sensor assembly may be disposed within the housing. All components of the sensor assembly may be disposed within the receiving space of the safety strip. The sensor assembly may be a sensor.

[0016] The security strip may be made of (exactly) one material. Alternatively, the security strip may comprise a plurality of different materials, for example, at least two different materials or at least three different materials. The security strip may comprise an elastomer or rubber. The security strip may be made of an elastomer or rubber. The security strip may comprise or be made of different elastomers or different rubbers. For example, the security strip may comprise or be made of silicone or EPDM.

[0017] The security strip can be at least partially, in particular completely, opaque. It can be at least partially, in particular completely, opaque to light in the wavelength range visible to humans (approximately 380 nm to approximately 780 nm). For example, the security strip can be black. The security strip can include a color additive, preferably carbon.

[0018] The security strip may be or can be produced by extrusion or coextrusion.

[0019] The sensor assembly can emit electromagnetic radiation into a monitoring area. The electromagnetic radiation can be reflected in the monitoring area, for example, by an object in the monitoring space, and the reflected electromagnetic radiation can be received by the sensor assembly. Based on the electromagnetic radiation, and in particular, based on the received or reflected electromagnetic radiation, the sensor assembly can determine whether an object is present in the monitoring area.

[0020] Generally, electromagnetic radiation can also be called electromagnetic waves.

[0021] Electromagnetic radiation may be emitted through the security strip. Alternatively or additionally, electromagnetic radiation may be received through the security strip. Electromagnetic radiation may pass through the material of the security strip when being received and / or emitted.

[0022] The sensor assembly can be arranged in the receiving space such that preferably electromagnetic radiation passes through the security strip or the material of the security strip when electromagnetic radiation is received and / or emitted by the sensor assembly.

[0023] The sensor assembly may be arranged in the accommodation space such that at least 25% of the surface of the sensor assembly is surrounded by the security strip or the material of the security strip. Preferably, the sensor assembly is arranged in the accommodation space such that at least 35%, more preferably at least 50%, more preferably at least 60%, more preferably at least 75%, more preferably at least 90%, more preferably at least 95%, more preferably at least 97%, and more preferably at least 99% of the surface of the sensor assembly is surrounded by the security strip or the material of the security strip.

[0024] At least one section of the security strip or of the material of the security strip, through which electromagnetic radiation passes in order to be received and / or emitted by the sensor assembly, can surround the sensor assembly.

[0025] The plane in which the sensor assembly is completely enclosed by the security strip can be oriented perpendicular to the plane defined by the door. The security strip can completely enclose the sensor assembly in multiple planes, for example, in at least two planes, at least three planes, at least five planes, or at least ten planes. The multiple planes can be parallel to each other and preferably spaced at least 1 mm, 5 mm, or 10 mm apart. Alternatively, the multiple planes can be non-parallel and can form an angle of 5°, 10°, or 20° between two of the planes.

[0026] The security strip or its material can substantially completely surround the sensor assembly. This allows one or more data lines, signal lines, and / or power supply lines to be substantially excluded. The security strip or its material can completely surround the sensor assembly, allowing the data lines, signal lines, and / or power supply lines to be excluded. This means that while the sensor assembly is completely surrounded by the security strip, the data lines, signal lines, and / or power supply lines do not necessarily have to be (completely) surrounded by the security strip.

[0027] The receiving space can be configured in a channel-like manner. The receiving space can be open at most on two sides, in particular at most on one side. One or more openings of the receiving space can be closed by a closing element.

[0028] The sensor assembly may be a radar (RADAR) sensor assembly. RADAR is an abbreviation for radio detection and ranging.

[0029] The sensor assembly may be a continuous wave radar or a continuous wave radar sensor assembly. A continuous wave radar may be unmodulated or modulated. The sensor assembly is preferably an FMCW radar sensor assembly or a CW radar sensor assembly. FMCW stands for frequency modulated continuous wave, while CW stands for continuous wave. The sensor assembly may be configured to operate based on either FMCW or CW.

[0030] The sensor assembly may be an M-sequence radar sensor assembly. The sensor assembly may be configured to operate based on the M-sequence.

[0031] The sensor assembly may be a pulse-modulated radar sensor assembly. The sensor assembly may be configured to operate based on pulse modulation.

[0032] The sensor assembly may be configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation in a radio frequency range into the monitored area and / or receive electromagnetic radiation from the monitored area.

[0033] The electromagnetic radiation may have a frequency between 30 kHz and 3000 GHz. Preferably, the electromagnetic radiation has a frequency between 1 MHz and 3000 GHz, more preferably between 1 MHz and 300 GHz, more preferably between 6 MHz and 300 GHz, more preferably between 1 GHz and 300 GHz, more preferably between 59 GHz and 62 GHz. The electromagnetic radiation may have a frequency between 1 GHz and 40 GHz.

[0034] The sensor assembly may be configured to emit electromagnetic radiation into the monitored area at a power of less than 1.0 W. Preferably, the sensor assembly is configured to emit electromagnetic radiation into the monitored area at a frequency of less than 100 mW, more preferably less than 10 mW, more preferably between 0.1 mW and 10 mW, and more preferably between 1 mW and 10 mW.

[0035] The sensor assembly may be configured to transmit and / or receive electromagnetic radiation in an ISM band (ISM: industrial, scientific and medical band). The ISM band may be a frequency range that may be used unlicensed and generally unapproved by high-frequency devices in industrial, scientific, medical, domestic, and / or similar fields.

[0036] The sensor assembly may include at least one antenna. The antenna may be configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation to the monitored area and / or receive electromagnetic radiation from the monitored area. Preferably, the antenna is configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation to the monitored area and receive electromagnetic radiation from the monitored area.

[0037] The sensor assembly may include at least one first antenna and at least one second antenna. The first antenna may be configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation into the monitored area. The second antenna may be configured to receive electromagnetic radiation from the monitored area. The sensor assembly may include at least one first antenna and at least two second antennas.

[0038] Preferably, the sensor assembly comprises three antennas arranged to emit electromagnetic radiation into the monitored area.Alternatively or additionally, the sensor assembly may comprise four antennas arranged to receive electromagnetic radiation from the monitored area.

[0039] Each antenna can be configured to both transmit and receive electromagnetic radiation. Transmission and reception are preferably staggered or spaced apart in time. Alternatively, each antenna can be configured to transmit only (i.e., only) or receive only (i.e., only) electromagnetic radiation. For example, a first antenna can be configured to transmit only (i.e., only) electromagnetic radiation. A second antenna can be configured to receive only (i.e., only) electromagnetic radiation.

[0040] The sensor assembly may include at least two antennas configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation. The two antennas may be spaced apart from each other within the sensor assembly. This spacing (also referred to as a transmit antenna spacing) may be between 0.6 and 1.5 times the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation, preferably between 0.7 and 1.4 times, more preferably between 0.8 and 1.3 times, more preferably between 0.9 and 1.1 times, more preferably between 0.95 and 1.05 times, and more preferably 1.0 times. The sensor assembly may include at least three antennas configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation. A transmit antenna spacing may exist between a first antenna and a third antenna of the three antennas. Alternatively or additionally, a transmit antenna spacing may exist between a second antenna and a third antenna of the three antennas.

[0041] The sensor assembly may include at least two antennas configured to receive electromagnetic radiation. The two antennas may be spaced apart from each other in the sensor assembly. This spacing (also referred to as a receiving antenna spacing) may be between 0.1 and 0.9 times the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation, preferably between 0.2 and 0.8 times, more preferably between 0.3 and 0.7 times, more preferably between 0.4 and 0.6 times, more preferably between 0.45 and 0.55 times, and even more preferably 0.5 times. The sensor assembly may include at least four antennas configured to receive electromagnetic radiation. A receiving antenna spacing may exist between a first antenna of the four antennas and a third antenna of the four antennas. Alternatively or additionally, a receiving antenna spacing may exist between a third antenna of the four antennas and a fourth antenna of the four antennas. Alternatively or additionally, a receiving antenna spacing may exist between a fourth antenna of the four antennas and a second antenna of the four antennas. Alternatively or additionally, a receiving antenna spacing may exist between the second antenna of the four antennas and the first antenna of the four antennas. A receiving antenna spacing may exist between two of the four antennas.

[0042] The safety strip may have a fastening section. The safety strip may be connected to the door via the fastening section in a force-locking and / or form-locking manner. The safety strip may be connected to the door in a detachable manner.

[0043] The door can have a fastening receptacle. The fastening receptacle can be designed such that a fastening section of the safety strip can be introduced into the fastening receptacle in order to connect the safety strip to the door in a force-fitting and / or form-fitting manner.

[0044] The security strip may comprise a contact strip, in particular an electrical contact strip. Alternatively or additionally, the security strip may comprise a light barrier assembly.

[0045] The contact strip can output a contact signal that is used to activate the light source. The contact strip can be arranged in the contact area between the security strip and the frame or in the contact area between the security strip and another door. This allows for easy detection of mechanical contact with another door, frame, or object. The contact strip is preferably arranged within an enclosed cavity or receiving space of the security strip so that elastic deformation of the security strip causes the output of a contact signal via the contact strip.

[0046] The light barrier assembly can be configured to identify objects within a monitoring area. This monitoring area can be the same as or different from the monitoring area of the sensor assembly. The light barrier assembly can be configured to transmit light, particularly light invisible to humans, into the monitoring area and / or receive light from the monitoring area. The light barrier assembly can be disposed within a cavity or receptacle in the security strip.

[0047] The sensor assembly, contact strip, and / or light barrier assembly can be connected to a door control unit. The sensor assembly, contact strip, and / or light barrier assembly can be configured to generate and transmit signals to the door control unit. Door control, particularly door movement, can be altered based on one or more signals.

[0048] The security strip may have a length that is several times greater than its width. This multiple may be at least two times, preferably at least five times, more preferably at least ten times, and even more preferably at least twenty times. The sensor assembly may be arranged to extend from one end of the security strip in the longitudinal direction by at most 40%, preferably at most 35%, more preferably at most 30%, more preferably at most 25%, more preferably at most 20%, more preferably at most 15%, more preferably at most 10%, and even more preferably at most 5% of the total length of the security strip. The longitudinal direction may extend along the lengthwise direction.

[0049] The safety strip may have a length of at least 0.5 m, preferably at least 1.0 m, more preferably at least 1.5 m, more preferably at least 2.0 m, more preferably at least 2.5 m.

[0050] Typically, the security bar is mounted or mountable vertically (in the direction of gravity) on the door. The sensor assembly may be arranged in the upper region. The distance from the upper end of the security bar may be at most 40% of the total length of the security bar, preferably at most 35%, more preferably at most 30%, more preferably at most 25%, more preferably at most 20%, more preferably at most 15%, more preferably at most 10%, and more preferably at most 5%.

[0051] The sensor assembly may emit electromagnetic radiation downward (in the direction of gravity). Such emission may be tilted downward relative to the direction.

[0052] The security strip may include a controller. The controller may be a control and / or evaluation unit. The controller may be configured to detect the presence of at least one object in the monitoring area based on received electromagnetic radiation. In particular, the sensor assembly may include a controller.

[0053] Alternatively, the controller can be positioned outside the security bar. The sensor assembly can transmit signals to the controller based on the received electromagnetic radiation. Based on these signals, the controller can determine whether an object is present in the monitored area. The transmission can be wireless or wired.

[0054] The controller can be configured to compile, process, and / or evaluate a signal based on the received electromagnetic radiation. The signal can include or be the sum of all parameters acquired by the sensor assembly. For example, the signal can include all parameters received by the antenna. In particular, one or more filters can be applied to the signal. For example, a background signal can be subtracted or calculated using the filter.

[0055] By editing, a signal can be changed. In particular, the signal can be changed by processing for (subsequent) further processing or evaluation of the signal.

[0056] The controller can be configured to determine the location and / or velocity and / or direction of movement of an object based on electromagnetic radiation received in the monitoring area or based on the compiled, processed, and / or evaluated signals. The velocity can be the relative velocity between the sensor assembly and the object. The location can be determined based on the distance and direction between the sensor assembly and the object. The direction can be determined or defined by a point and one or two angles.

[0057] Preferably, the sensor assembly or the controller is configured to know the location and speed of an object in the monitoring space. Additionally, the sensor assembly or the controller may be configured to know the direction of movement of the object.

[0058] The controller can be configured to interpret the received electromagnetic radiation based on intermediate information. The intermediate information can include distance, angle, speed, and / or signal strength. The intermediate information can also include other parameters, particularly abstract parameters, which allow for classification of the object.

[0059] The controller can be configured to classify objects based on electromagnetic radiation and / or based on the compiled, processed, and / or evaluated signals. For example, the classification categories can be type, state, and / or relevance. Each category can be divided into at least two subcategories. For example, the "type" category can be divided into ["person," "door"]. For example, the "state" category can be divided into ["movement toward door," "movement away from door," "no movement"]. For example, the "relevance" category can be divided into ["relevant," "not relevant"].

[0060] The controller can be configured to distinguish objects based on electromagnetic radiation and / or based on the compiled, processed, and / or evaluated signals. For example, the controller can identify multiple objects based on electromagnetic radiation and / or based on the compiled, processed, and / or evaluated signals. The controller can be configured to distinguish or separate the (identified) objects.

[0061] The controller may be configured to evaluate or analyze a signal based on the received electromagnetic radiation. For example, the controller may be configured to learn or determine or interpret a scene based on the received signal of the electromagnetic radiation.

[0062] Preferably, the controller is configured to interpret the scenario based on the signals, intermediate information, and / or classification. For example, the controller can be configured to determine whether a person (also known as a passenger) is approaching a closing door. In this case, the controller can determine whether a person is (potentially) trapped between the door and the frame, or between the door and another door.

[0063] The controller can be configured to generate a signal based on electromagnetic radiation and / or based on the compiled signal and / or based on the classification and / or based on the state of the door. The generated signal can alter the operation of the door. Preferably, the signal can alter the movement of the door. More preferably, the signal can interrupt or abort the closing process of the door.

[0064] Preferably, the state of the door, in particular its open and / or closed state, is an influencing variable in generating the signal. If a person or other object moves toward the closing door and the door is significantly open, the controller can be informed that the closing process does not need to be aborted. Conversely, if the door is only slightly open, for example because the closing process is almost complete, the controller can be informed that the closing process must be aborted because a person is about to become trapped between the door and the frame or between the door and another door.

[0065] The controller can be configured to preferably utilize one or more algorithms before generating the signal. In particular, the controller can be configured to apply one or more algorithms to evaluate the signal based on electromagnetic radiation. The algorithm can be configured to learn from data. For example, machine learning can be applied to the algorithm. In particular, supervised machine learning, unsupervised machine learning, and / or reinforcement learning can be applied to the algorithm.

[0066] A method for operating a door security bar, in particular a security bar for a vehicle door, is described. The security bar includes a sensor assembly that is arranged in a receiving space of the security bar and completely enclosed by the security bar in at least one plane. The method comprises the following steps: emitting electromagnetic radiation into a monitored space via the sensor assembly; receiving electromagnetic radiation from or originating from the monitored space via the sensor assembly; and determining the presence of an object in the monitored space based on the received electromagnetic radiation.

[0067] Each safety strip disclosed herein can be used in the method.In particular, each method step disclosed herein, for example each method step for which a controller is set up, can be used in the method.

[0068] A door with a security strip is described. The door can include each of the security strips disclosed herein.

[0069] The safety strip can be connected to the door in a detachable manner. In particular, the safety strip is embedded in the door at least in sections.

[0070] The door can be a pivot door, a revolving door, a folding door, a sliding door, an inward-swinging door, or an outward-swinging door. The door can be an automatic door, preferably a semi-automatic or fully automatic door. The door can be driven, for example, by a motor, preferably an electric motor. The door can also be pneumatically or hydraulically driven. The door can be opened and / or closed by a drive.

[0071] A door assembly is described. The door assembly may include at least two doors.

[0072] A vehicle having at least one door is described. The vehicle may include two doors, each of which may be any of the doors disclosed herein.

[0073] The means of transport can generally be a vehicle, preferably a commercial vehicle or a passenger car. The means of transport can be a passenger car, a truck, a bus or a train. The means of transport can be an elevator, an airplane or a cable car, such as a funicular. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0074] The present disclosure or further embodiments and advantages of the present disclosure are explained in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein the accompanying drawings only illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. Identical components in the figures are provided with the same reference numerals.

[0075] Figure 1a The door assembly 1000 is shown in a first state;

[0076] Figure 1b The door assembly 1000 is shown in a second state;

[0077] Figure 2aThe door assembly 1000 is shown in a first state;

[0078] Figure 2b The door assembly 1000 is shown in a second state;

[0079] Figure 3a The security strip 200 and door 300 are shown in an unconnected state;

[0080] Figure 3b The security strip 200 and door 300 are shown in a connected state;

[0081] Figure 4 The sensor assembly 100 is schematically shown;

[0082] Figure 5a The door assembly 1000 is shown in a first state;

[0083] Figure 5b A diagram showing measurements of the sensor assembly 100;

[0084] Figure 5c A diagram showing measurements of the sensor assembly 100;

[0085] Figure 5d A diagram showing measurements of the sensor assembly 100;

[0086] Figure 6a The door assembly 1000 is shown in a first state;

[0087] Figure 6b A diagram showing measurements of the sensor assembly 100;

[0088] Figure 6c A diagram showing measurements of the sensor assembly 100;

[0089] Figure 6d A diagram showing measurements of the sensor assembly 100;

[0090] Figure 7a The door assembly 1000 is shown in a first state;

[0091] Figure 7b A diagram showing measurements of the sensor assembly 100;

[0092] Figure 7c A diagram showing measurements of the sensor assembly 100;

[0093] Figure 7d A diagram showing measurements of the sensor assembly 100;

[0094] Figure 8a shows a monitoring area 900 of the sensor assembly 100; and

[0095] Figure 8b A monitoring area 900 of sensor assembly 100 and a monitoring area 901 of sensor assembly 101 are shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0096] Figure 1a Door assembly 1000 is shown in a first state. Door assembly 1000 includes a door 300. Door 300 can be a door of a vehicle, such as a train. Door 300 is designed as a single leaf. Door 300 can be designed as a sliding door that operates relative to a frame 500. Door 300 preferably includes a safety strip 200 on one end, which is (slightly) compressed when door 300 impacts frame 500, which can be, for example, an aluminum or steel profile. Door 300 preferably includes a glass pane or window 400. Door 300 can define an xy plane. The z direction can be oriented perpendicular to the xy plane.

[0097] Safety strip 200 includes a sensor assembly 100. Sensor assembly 100 may be arranged in the upper half of safety strip 200 (in the direction of gravity). Preferably, sensor assembly 100 is arranged in the upper third or upper quarter of safety strip 200. Sensor assembly 100 is at least partially, and in particular, completely, surrounded or covered by safety strip 200. Sensor assembly 100 may be a radar sensor assembly.

[0098] exist Figure 1a In the embodiment, the door 300 is closed so that the safety strip 200 rests against the frame 500. When the door 300 is closed, the sensor assembly 100 can be set up so as not to perform measurements.

[0099] exist Figure 1b Shown in Figure 1a The door assembly 1000 is configured to be partially open, wherein the door 300 is partially open. When the door 300 is open, the sensor assembly 100 can be configured to perform measurements. To this end, the sensor assembly 100 can emit electromagnetic radiation into the monitored area and receive electromagnetic radiation from the monitored area.

[0100] The monitoring area is preferably the entrance and / or exit area of door 300. The monitoring area can extend perpendicularly to the plane defined by the door (in one direction and / or in the opposite direction) over a distance of at least 0.1 m or up to at least 3.0 m. This allows the monitoring area to be monitored with respect to subjects, such as people or objects.

[0101] It is provided that the sensor assembly 100 is arranged largely or even completely in the safety strip 200. The sensor assembly 100 is thereby protected from damage, dust and other environmental influences.

[0102] exist Figure 1bIn the example, object 800 is present in the monitoring area. Sensor assembly 100 emits electromagnetic radiation into the monitoring area (also referred to as the monitoring space). The electromagnetic radiation may be reflected by object 800. The reflected electromagnetic radiation is received by sensor assembly 100. Object 800 can be identified based on the received electromagnetic radiation. Furthermore, the distance of object 800 from sensor assembly 100 can be identified or determined based on the received electromagnetic radiation. Similarly, the speed of object 800 (relative to sensor assembly 100) can be identified or determined based on the received electromagnetic radiation. The direction in which object 800 (relative to sensor assembly 100) is moving can also be identified or determined based on the received electromagnetic radiation. Using at least one or more of these parameters, it can be determined whether object 800 is (possibly) trapped during the closing process of door 300. Based on one or more of these parameters, it can be determined whether there is a risk or probability of object 800 being trapped.

[0103] When a pinching event is detected or a threshold value for the probability of pinching is exceeded, the closing process of door 300 can be suspended or interrupted. Sensor assembly 100 can generate a signal. This signal can be transmitted to the control unit of door 300. In response to the signal, the control unit of door 300 can change the control of door 300, for example, suspending or interrupting the door closing process as described above.

[0104] In order to determine or know whether an object is (possibly) caught between the door 300 and the frame 500 during the closing process of the door 300, the characteristics and / or state of the door 300 may be considered. Similarly, in order to determine or know whether a signal for changing the control of the door is generated, the characteristics and / or state of the door 300 may be considered.

[0105] Characteristics of door 300 include, for example, its closing speed or closing force. When the closing speed is high, it is possible to predict or detect that an object will be trapped, even when the known distance is greater, compared to when the closing speed is low. When the closing force is high, the consequences of trapping (e.g., risk of injury to a person) are high, so sensor assembly 100 generates a signal for controlling door 300 even when the risk of trapping or the probability of trapping is low.

[0106] The state of door 300 is, for example, the degree of opening of door 300. Compared to when door 300 is more open, when door 300 is less open, it can be detected that object 800 is about to be pinched or has a higher probability of being pinched when the distance and movement of object 800 from sensor assembly 100 are the same.

[0107] exist Figure 2a The door assembly 1000 is shown in FIG. The door assembly 1000 is similar to Figure 1a and 1b A door assembly, wherein Figure 2aThe door assembly 1000 includes two doors 300, 301. Each of the doors 300, 301 can be any door disclosed herein.

[0108] The doors 300, 301 can be doors of a means of transport, such as a train or a bus. The doors 300, 301 are designed in two leaves. The doors 300, 301 can be configured as sliding doors.

[0109] The first door 300 includes a safety strip 200. A sensor assembly 100 is arranged in the safety strip 200. Figure 1a and Figure 1b The first door 300 may have a glass pane or window 400 .

[0110] The second door 301 includes a security strip 201. A sensor assembly 101 is arranged in the security strip 201. The second door 301 may have a glass pane or window 401. The second door 301 may be any door disclosed herein.

[0111] exist Figure 2a In the embodiment shown in FIG. 3 , the doors 300 and 301 are closed. In the closed state, the safety strips 200 and 201 of the first and second doors 300 and 301 are in contact. The two safety strips can be (slightly) compressed by contact.

[0112] exist Figure 2b 1 shows the door assembly 1000 in an open state. The sensor assembly 100 of the first door 300 and / or the sensor assembly 101 of the second door 301 emit electromagnetic radiation into the monitoring area. An object 800 may be present in the monitoring area. The electromagnetic radiation may be reflected by the object 800. The radiation reflected by the object 800 may be received by the sensor assembly 100 of the first door 300 and / or the sensor assembly 101 of the second door 301. Objects may be identified based on the electromagnetic radiation, preferably in view of Figure 1a and 1b In particular, the sensor assembly 100 of the first door 300 and / or the sensor assembly 101 of the second door 301 can learn or determine the position or location, the distance between the respective sensor assembly and the object, the speed of the object (relative to the respective sensor assembly) and / or the direction of movement of the object (relative to the respective sensor assembly).

[0113] Each of the sensor assemblies 100, 101 can generate a signal for controlling the respective door 300, 301. The movement of the respective door 300, 301 can be changed based on the signal or signals. Likewise, the movement of the first and second doors 300, 301 can be changed based on the signal of only one of the sensor assemblies 100, 101.

[0114] Figure 3aA schematic cross section through the safety strip 200 is shown. Figure 3a A schematic cross section through a section of door 300 is also shown.

[0115] The door 300 may include a fastening receptacle 310. The safety strip 200 may be inserted into the fastening receptacle 310 to connect the safety strip 200 to the door 300. This connection may be force-locking and / or form-locking. The connection may be removable. The door 300 may have a first side 320 and a second side 330 on the end side. The door 300 may also preferably have a first protrusion 340 and a second protrusion 350 on the end side of the door 300. The fastening receptacle 310 may be formed between the first side 320 and the second side 330. The first protrusion 340 and the second protrusion 350 may bring about a form-locking connection with the safety strip 200, in particular in the direction of the end side to which the safety strip 200 is attached.

[0116] The security strip 200 may include a fastening section 240. The fastening section 240 may be configured to complement the fastening receptacle 310. The fastening section 240 may be push-fit or press-fit into the fastening receptacle 310 to connect the security strip 200 to the door 300. The fastening section 240 may be dovetail-shaped. The connection between the security strip 200 and the door 300 may be a dovetail connection. The security strip 200 may be connected to the door 300 along its entire length.

[0117] The security strip 200 may have a first receiving space 210. The first receiving space 210 may extend along the entire length of the security strip 200. Alternatively, the first receiving space 210 may extend along the length of the security strip 200, at most in sections. In particular, the first receiving space 210 is open on both sides or at most on one side, with one or more openings preferably present at the axial ends (in the longitudinal direction). Perpendicular to the longitudinal extent of the security strip 200, the first receiving space 210 may be closed, i.e., have no openings, or be completely surrounded by the security strip 200 or its material.

[0118] The security strip 200 may have a second receiving space 220. The second receiving space 220 may extend along the entire length of the security strip 200. Alternatively, the second receiving space 220 may extend along the length of the security strip 200, at most in sections. In particular, the second receiving space 220 is open on both sides or at most on one side, with one or more openings preferably present at the axial ends (in the longitudinal direction). Perpendicular to the longitudinal extent of the security strip 200, the second receiving space 220 may be closed, i.e., have no openings, or be completely surrounded by the security strip 200 or its material.

[0119] The security strip 200 may include a third accommodating space 250. The third accommodating space 250 may extend along the entire length of the security strip 200. Alternatively, the third accommodating space 250 may extend along the length of the security strip 200, at most in sections. In particular, the third accommodating space 250 is open on both sides or at most on one side, preferably with one or more openings located at the axial ends (in the longitudinal direction). The third accommodating space 250 may have at least one opening, preferably at least two or three openings, perpendicular to the longitudinal extent of the security strip 200.

[0120] The security strip 200 may have a cavity 230. The cavity 230 may extend along the entire length of the security strip 200. Alternatively, the cavity 230 may extend along the length of the security strip 200 in sections, at most. In particular, the cavity 230 may be open on both sides or at most on one side, with one or more openings preferably present at the axial ends (in the longitudinal direction). Perpendicular to the longitudinal extent of the security strip 200, the cavity 230 may have at least one opening, preferably at least two or three openings. Perpendicular to the longitudinal extent of the security strip 200, the cavity 230 may have at least one opening, preferably at least two or three openings. Perpendicular to the longitudinal extent of the security strip 200, the cavity 230 may be closed, i.e., have no openings, or be completely surrounded by the security strip 200 or its material. Similarly, the cavity 230 may be completely closed, i.e., have no openings or be completely surrounded by the security strip 200 or its material.

[0121] exist Figure 3b 3 shows the security strip 200 in a state connected to the door 300. The fastening section 240 of the security strip 200 can be arranged in the fastening receptacle 310 of the door 300.

[0122] Sensor assembly 100 is disposed in first accommodation space 210. Due to the design of first accommodation space 210, when sensor assembly 100 emits electromagnetic radiation into the monitoring area, the electromagnetic radiation passes through security strip 200 or the material of security strip 200. Accommodation space 210 is particularly disposed between the fastening area of security strip 200 and the contact area of security strip 200. This ensures that sensor assembly 100 is securely accommodated and further safeguards other functions of security strip 200. When sensor assembly 100 receives electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetic radiation from or from the monitoring area can pass through security strip 200 or the material of security strip 200. Preferably, first accommodation space 210 is configured in security strip 200 so that electromagnetic radiation from sensor assembly 100 to the monitoring area and / or from the monitoring area to sensor assembly 100 passes only (i.e., exclusively) through the material of security strip 200 or security strip 200. If further elements are arranged in the path of the electromagnetic radiation between the sensor assembly 100 and the monitoring area, a portion of the electromagnetic radiation may be absorbed and / or reflected, thereby possibly falsifying the measurement.

[0123] A contact strip 270 may be arranged in the second receiving space 220. A cavity 230 may be formed in front of the second receiving space 220, toward the end of the door 300 or the contact area of the security strip 200, particularly toward the end of the door 300 where the security strip 200 is arranged or connected. The cavity 230 in front of the second receiving space 220, in which the contact strip 270 is arranged, facilitates deformation of the security strip 200 or its material, thereby enabling the contact strip 270 to be triggered with less force than would be the case without the cavity 230. When the contact strip 270 is triggered, at least one section of the security strip 200 is compressed, thereby creating the possibility of an object being trapped or potentially trapped. After being triggered, the contact strip 270 can transmit a signal to a control unit of the door 300, which, based on this signal, modifies the movement of the door 300, for example, interrupting or aborting the closing process.

[0124] A light barrier assembly 280 may be disposed in the third storage space 250. The light barrier assembly 280 may be arranged in the third storage space 250 so as to transmit light, preferably within a wavelength range invisible to humans, into the monitored area. A light receiver may be provided on a frame or door opposite the light barrier assembly 280. If light reception is interrupted, for example, by an object in the monitored area, the light barrier assembly 280 may be triggered. When triggered, the light barrier assembly 280 may transmit a signal to the control unit of the door 300, which, based on the signal, may alter the movement of the door 300, for example, interrupting or aborting the closing process.

[0125] The contact strip 270 , the grating assembly 280 , the second receiving space 220 , the third receiving space 250 and / or the cavity 230 are optional.

[0126] Figure 4 Sensor assembly 100 is schematically shown. Sensor assembly 100 may include a receiving assembly 110. Receiving assembly 110 may include at least one antenna, preferably at least two antennas, more preferably at least three antennas, and even more preferably at least four antennas. Each of antennas R1, R2, R3, and R4 may receive electromagnetic radiation from or from a monitored area.

[0127] In the receiving component 110, a spacing sR1 can exist between each two of the antennas R1, R2, R3, and R4 in a first direction, which spacing is between 0.1 and 0.9 times the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation, or particularly preferably approximately half (approximately 0.5 times the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation). Alternatively or additionally, a spacing sR2 can exist between each two of the antennas R1, R2, R3, and R4 in a second direction, which spacing is between 0.1 and 0.9 times the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation, or particularly preferably approximately half (approximately 0.5 times the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation). The first direction may not be parallel to the second direction, and in particular may be perpendicular to the second direction.

[0128] The sensor assembly 100 may include a transmitting assembly 120. The transmitting assembly 120 may include at least one antenna, preferably at least two antennas, and more preferably at least three antennas. Each of the antennas T1, T2, and T3 may transmit electromagnetic radiation to a monitoring area.

[0129] In the transmitting assembly 120, a spacing sT1 can exist between each two of the antennas T1, T2, and T3 in a first direction. This spacing is between 0.6 and 1.5 times the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation, or particularly preferably approximately one time (approximately 1.0 times the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation). Alternatively or additionally, a spacing sT2 can exist between each two of the antennas T1, T2, and T3 in a second direction. This spacing is between 0.6 and 1.5 times the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation, or particularly preferably approximately one time (approximately 1.0 times the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation). The first direction may not be parallel to the second direction, and in particular, may be perpendicular to the second direction.

[0130] Sensor assembly 100 may include a controller 130. Controller 130 may be configured to control sensor assembly 100. In particular, controller 130 may be configured to control transmitting assembly 120. The emission of electromagnetic radiation into the monitored area may be controllable via controller 130. In particular, the controller may receive a signal from another control unit that signals the start of an opening or closing process for one or more doors and the need to activate sensor assembly 100. Controller 130 may be configured to interpret and / or evaluate signals from receiving assembly 110. Alternatively, controller 130 may be external to sensor assembly 100.

[0131] Sensor assembly 100 may include an energy supply 140. Energy supply 140 can supply energy, particularly electrical energy, to sensor assembly 100. Energy supply 140 may include a battery or accumulator. Energy supply 140 may be configured to receive electrical energy wirelessly, for example, by induction. Alternatively or additionally, energy supply 140 may be connected to an energy source, preferably outside of safety strip 200. This connection may be a contact-type connection, such as a wired connection.

[0132] The sensor assembly 100 may include a data interface 150. The data interface 150 may be configured to transmit data to the exterior of the security strip 200, either contactlessly or with contact. Alternatively or additionally, the data interface 150 may be configured to receive data from the exterior of the security strip 200, either contactlessly or with contact. In particular, the data interface 150 is connected to a door control unit.

[0133] Sensor assembly 100 may include memory 160. Memory 160 may include volatile and / or non-volatile memory. Memory 160 may store data from receiving assembly 110. Memory 160 may store one or more algorithms for evaluating data in memory 160, particularly data from receiving assembly 110.

[0134] Figures 5a to 5d The measurements of the sensor assembly 100 of the door assembly 1000 are shown. Figure 5a In the embodiment, at least one door, in particular both doors, is open. The sensor assembly 100 transmits electromagnetic waves into the monitoring area and receives electromagnetic radiation from or from the monitoring area. There is no object (to be detected) in the monitoring area.

[0135] The measurement situation is Figure 5b and Figure 5c Visualization in. Figure 5b A graphic representation of received electromagnetic radiation is shown. Here, the angle in degrees (°) is plotted against the distance in meters (m). Different signal strengths in decibels (dB) are represented by differently colored areas or by different shades of light. Figure 5b In the example, the angle is the azimuth.

[0136] exist Figure 5b Several areas of relatively high signal strength can be seen in the image. These areas are caused by reflections of the electromagnetic radiation emitted by sensor assembly 100. For example, at a distance of approximately 1.6 m, area 810 with high signal strength is formed in an azimuth angle range of approximately -20° to over 80°. This area may be caused by reflections of electromagnetic radiation at the bottom of the door, such as on the floor of a bus or train. Furthermore, at a distance of approximately 0.7 m, area 820 with high signal strength is formed in an azimuth angle range of approximately -40° to approximately 30°. This area may be caused by reflections of electromagnetic radiation from gripping elements in the door area (e.g., gripping rods).

[0137] Figure 5c Shows something like Figure 5b , where Figure 5c In , the angle is the elevation angle. Figure 5c Again, multiple areas with higher signal strengths are visible. For example, area 811 with high signal strength is formed at a distance of approximately 1.6 m and an elevation angle range of approximately 0° to over 80°. This area can again be caused by reflections of electromagnetic radiation at the door bottom.

[0138] exist Figure 5d Shown in the Figure 5b and 5c The diagram, in Figure 5d In the diagram, velocity in meters per second (m / s) is plotted against distance in meters (m). The diagram uses the term "Doppler" because velocity measurements are based on the Doppler effect. Figure 5d In the scene, only low speeds (negative and positive speeds) are visible.

[0139] like Figures 5b to 5d The signal shown can be regarded as background. When there is no object 800 to be detected in the monitoring area, that is, the monitoring area does not have an object 800 to be detected, the measurement performed by the sensor assembly 100 is as follows: Figures 5b to 5d This background can be subtracted or taken into account in further measurements in order to improve the recognition of the object to be detected. The background cannot be the object to be detected.

[0140] Figures 6a to 6d 1 shows a measurement of the sensor assembly 100, wherein an object 800 to be detected is present in the monitoring area. The object 800 is moving away from the sensor assembly 100. Figure 6b As can be seen in the diagram relative to Figure 5bThe illustration shows an additional region 800b with a higher signal strength. Region 800b is formed at a distance of approximately 0.6 m and an azimuth angle range of approximately -25° to approximately 0°. Region 800b is caused by reflection of electromagnetic radiation from object 800 to be detected.

[0141] Similarly, in Figure 6c It can be seen that relative to Figure 5c The illustration shows an additional region 800c. This region is formed at a distance of approximately 0.6 m and an elevation angle of approximately 0° to approximately 60°. Region 800c is again caused by reflection of electromagnetic radiation at object 800 to be detected.

[0142] exist Figure 6d In FIG. 8 , at a distance of approximately 0.6 m and a speed of approximately 0.5 m / s, a region 800d with increased signal strength is formed, which is due to the reflection of electromagnetic radiation from the object to be detected 800. A positive speed indicates that the object 800 is moving away from the sensor assembly 100.

[0143] Figures 7a to 7d The diagram shows a measurement of the sensor arrangement 100 , wherein an object 800 to be detected is present in the monitoring area. The object 800 is moving in the direction of the sensor arrangement 100 , ie the object 800 is moving towards the sensor arrangement 100 .

[0144] exist Figure 7b In FIG. 8 , region 800b is at a distance of about 0.4 m and an azimuth angle ranging from about -60° to about 20°. Figure 7c In FIG. 8 , a region 800 c can be seen at a distance of about 0.4 m and an elevation angle range of about 0° to over 80°, and in FIG. Figure 7d Region 800d can be seen at a distance of approximately 0.4 m and a velocity of approximately -0.5 m / s. Regions 800b, 800c, and 800d are caused by the object to be detected. The negative velocity indicates that object to be detected 800 is moving in the direction of sensor assembly 100, i.e., toward sensor assembly 100.

[0145] The measurements of sensor assembly 100 can determine the location of object 800, the distance of object 800 from sensor assembly 100, the speed of object 800 relative to sensor assembly 100, and / or the direction of movement of object 800 relative to sensor assembly 100. This allows particularly good monitoring of the monitoring area.

[0146] In principle, the measurement can be performed using the following steps. The controller can be configured to perform the following steps. One or more of the steps may be optional.

[0147] The sensor assembly can emit electromagnetic radiation with at least one antenna (transmitting antenna), preferably over a wide solid angle range. The solid angle range can be at least 30°, at least 45°, at least 60°, at least 75°, or at least 90°.

[0148] The sensor assembly can receive the reflected electromagnetic radiation using at least two antennas (receiving antennas), each of which can be a transmitting antenna and / or a receiving antenna.

[0149] Signal conditioning can be applied to the received electromagnetic radiation, in particular to a signal based on the received electromagnetic radiation. The signal conditioning can include one or more filters. The signal can include, for example, all parameters for different receiving antennas.

[0150] The received signal can be parsed based on intermediate information. Intermediate information is, for example, distance, angle, speed and / or signal strength and / or another possible abstract parameter. Parameters can allow subsequent classification of objects with respect to their type, state and / or their relevance and / or another category. Exemplary parameters are "type", "state" and / or "relevance" and / or another category. These categories can be divided into at least two subcategories. For example, "type" can be decomposed into, for example, ["person", "door"], or, for example, "state" can be decomposed into, for example, ["movement toward door", "movement away from door", "not moving"], or, for example, "relevance" can be decomposed into, for example, ["relevant", "irrelevant"].

[0151] For example, based on the direct and / or abstract intermediate information generated from the previously described steps, the application scenario and / or the classification of objects in the scenario can be analyzed. The scenario can then be interpreted. A signal describing the scenario can be triggered, for example, by a controller. For example, upon monitoring a closing door and an approaching person, the signal can be used to abort the door closing process. The scenario can be interpreted using an algorithm. Algorithms that learn from data can be used to interpret the scenario. In particular, machine learning, such as supervised machine learning, unsupervised machine learning, and reinforcement learning, can be used for learning.

[0152] Figure 8a A door 300 having a security strip 200 is shown. The sensor assembly 100 is arranged in the security strip 200. The door 300 is Figure 8a . The top view shows the door in a plane perpendicular to the direction of gravity or parallel to the floor.

[0153] When sensor assembly 100 emits electromagnetic radiation, monitoring area 900 is obtained. Sensor assembly 100 can be designed to emit electromagnetic radiation within a large solid angle or solid angle range. This allows for particularly effective monitoring of the entry and / or exit area because the monitored area is relatively large. The solid angle or solid angle range can be at least 30°, at least 45°, at least 60°, at least 75°, or at least 90°. The solid angle or solid angle range can extend perpendicular to the direction of gravity or parallel to the floor.

[0154] exist Figure 8b Two door assemblies are shown. The door assembly is shown in a side view. The side view can be perpendicular to the floor or parallel to the direction of gravity.

[0155] The first door 300 includes a security strip 200. The security strip 200 of the first door 300 includes a sensor assembly 100. The second door 301 includes a security strip 201. The security strip 201 of the second door 301 includes a sensor assembly 101.

[0156] Sensor assembly 100 of first door 300 and sensor assembly 101 of second door 301 can emit electromagnetic radiation into respective monitoring areas 900, 901. Each sensor assembly 100, 101 can emit electromagnetic radiation into the monitoring area over a large solid angle or solid angle range. The solid angle or solid angle range can be at least 30°, at least 45°, at least 60°, or at least 75°. The solid angle or solid angle range can extend in the direction of gravity or perpendicular to the ground.

[0157] At least one of the monitoring areas 900 , 901 or each of the monitoring areas 900 , 901 may extend over at least 30%, preferably at least 50%, more preferably at least 70%, more preferably at least 80% of the total height or total length of the respective security strip 200 , 201 .

[0158] Monitoring areas 900 , 901 can extend from security strips 200 , 201 , in which the associated sensor assemblies 100 , 101 are arranged, to an opposite frame or an opposite door.

[0159] Reference Signs List

[0160] 100, 101 sensor components

[0161] 110 receiving component

[0162] R1, R2, R3, R4 antennas

[0163] sR1, sR2 spacing

[0164] 120 launch assembly

[0165] T1, T2, and T3 antennas

[0166] sT1 and sT2 distance

[0167] 130 controller

[0168] 140 Energy Supply Device

[0169] 150 data interface

[0170] 160 memory

[0171] 200, 201 safety strips

[0172] 210 accommodating space

[0173] 220 accommodating space

[0174] 230 cavity

[0175] 240 fastening section

[0176] 250 accommodating space

[0177] 270 contact strips

[0178] 280 grating components

[0179] Gates 300 and 301

[0180] 310 fastening accommodation portion

[0181] 320 side

[0182] 330 side

[0183] 340 protrusion

[0184] 350 protrusion

[0185] 400 and 401 windows

[0186] 500 frames

[0187] 800 objects

[0188] Areas 810, 811, and 820

[0189] 800b, 800c, and 800d areas

[0190] 900 and 901 monitoring areas

[0191] 1000 door components

Claims

1. A safety strip (200, 201) for a door (300, 301), wherein: - the safety strip (200, 201) is elastic and / or flexible, has at least one receiving space (210) and includes a sensor assembly (100, 101); - the sensor assembly (100, 101) is configured to emit electromagnetic radiation into a monitoring area (900, 901) and to receive electromagnetic radiation from the monitoring area (900, 901); and - the sensor assembly (100, 101) is arranged in the accommodating space (210) such that the safety strip (200, 201) completely surrounds the sensor assembly (100, 101) in at least one plane; The sensor assembly (100, 101) includes a controller (130), wherein the controller (130) is configured to determine whether at least one object (800) is present in the monitoring area (900, 901) based on received electromagnetic radiation, and The controller (130) is configured to obtain the location and speed of the object (800) based on received electromagnetic radiation in the monitoring area (900, 901).

2. The safety strip according to claim 1, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) is arranged in the accommodating space (210) such that at least 25% of the surface of the sensor assembly (100, 101) is surrounded by the safety strip (200, 201).

3. The security strip according to claim 1, wherein: - the sensor assembly (100, 101) is a radar sensor assembly; and / or - the electromagnetic radiation has a frequency between 30 kHz and 3000 GHz.

4. The safety strip according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) comprises at least one antenna (T1, T2, T3; R1, R2, R3, R4), wherein the antenna (T1, T2, T3; R1, R2, R3, R4) is configured to emit electromagnetic radiation into the monitoring area (900, 901) and / or to receive electromagnetic radiation from the monitoring area.

5. The safety strip according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The safety strip (200, 201) has a fastening section (240), via which the safety strip (200, 201) can be connected to the door (300) in a force-locking and / or form-locking manner.

6. The safety strip according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The security strip (200, 201) has a length that is several times greater than its width, and wherein the sensor assembly (100, 101) is arranged to extend from one end of the security strip (200, 201) in the longitudinal direction for at most 30% of the total length of the security strip (200, 201).

7. The safety strip according to claim 1, wherein: The controller (130) is configured to compile, process and / or evaluate a signal based on the received electromagnetic radiation.

8. The safety strip according to claim 7, wherein: The controller (130) is configured to determine the position and / or speed and / or direction of movement of the object (800) based on the compiled, processed and / or evaluated signals.

9. The safety strip according to claim 1, wherein: The controller (130) is configured to classify the object (800) based on electromagnetic radiation.

10. The safety strip according to claim 7, wherein: The controller (130) is configured to classify the object (800) based on the compiled, processed and / or evaluated signals.

11. The safety strip according to claim 1 or 7, wherein: The controller (130) is configured to differentiate between the objects (800) based on electromagnetic radiation and / or based on compiled, processed and / or evaluated signals.

12. The safety strip according to claim 1 or 7, wherein: The controller (130) is configured to generate a signal that can change the operation of the door (300, 301) based on electromagnetic radiation and / or based on the compiled, processed and / or evaluated signal and / or based on the classification and / or based on the state of the door (300, 301).

13. The safety strip according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The safety strip is a safety strip for a door (300, 301) of a transport vehicle.

14. The safety strip according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) is arranged in the accommodating space (210) such that at least 50% of the surface of the sensor assembly (100, 101) is surrounded by the safety strip (200, 201).

15. The safety strip according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) is arranged in the accommodating space (210) such that at least 75% of the surface of the sensor assembly (100, 101) is surrounded by the safety strip (200, 201).

16. The safety strip according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) is arranged in the accommodating space (210) such that at least 90% of the surface of the sensor assembly (100, 101) is surrounded by the safety strip (200, 201).

17. The security strip according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) is arranged in the accommodating space (210) such that at least 95% of the surface of the sensor assembly (100, 101) is surrounded by the safety strip (200, 201).

18. The security strip according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) is completely surrounded by the safety strip (200, 201).

19. The security strip according to claim 3, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) is an FMCW radar sensor assembly, a CW radar sensor assembly, an M-sequence radar sensor assembly or a pulse modulation radar sensor assembly.

20. The security strip of claim 3, wherein: The electromagnetic radiation has a frequency between 1 MHz and 3000 GHz.

21. The security strip according to claim 3, wherein: The electromagnetic radiation has a frequency between 1 MHz and 300 GHz.

22. The security strip of claim 3, wherein: The electromagnetic radiation has a frequency between 6 MHz and 300 GHz.

23. The security strip of claim 3, wherein: The electromagnetic radiation has a frequency between 1 GHz and 300 GHz.

24. The security strip of claim 3, wherein: The electromagnetic radiation has a frequency between 59 GHz and 62 GHz.

25. The security strip of claim 4, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) comprises at least one first antenna (T1, T2, T3) and at least one second antenna (R1, R2, R3, R4), wherein the first antenna (T1, T2, T3) is configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation into the monitoring area (900, 901) and the second antenna (R1, R2, R3, R4) is configured to receive electromagnetic radiation from the monitoring area (900, 901).

26. The security strip of claim 25, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) includes at least one first antenna (T1, T2, T3) and at least two second antennas (R1, R2, R3, R4).

27. The security strip of claim 6, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) is arranged to extend from one end of the safety strip (200, 201) in the longitudinal direction by at most 20% of the total length of the safety strip (200, 201).

28. The security strip of claim 6, wherein: The sensor assembly (100, 101) is arranged to extend from one end of the safety strip (200, 201) in the longitudinal direction by at most 10% of the total length of the safety strip (200, 2001).

29. A security strip according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein The sensor assembly (100, 101) comprises a controller (130), wherein the controller (130) is configured to determine whether at least one object (800) is present in the monitoring area (900, 901) based on received electromagnetic radiation.

30. The security strip of claim 7, wherein: The controller (130) is configured to apply one or more filters to the signal.

31. The security strip according to claim 1 or 7, wherein: The controller (130) is configured to generate a signal capable of changing the movement of the door (300, 301) based on electromagnetic radiation and / or based on compiled, processed and / or evaluated signals and / or based on a classification and / or based on the state of the door (300, 301).

32. The security strip according to claim 1 or 7, wherein: The controller (130) is configured to generate a signal capable of interrupting the closing process of the door (300, 301) based on electromagnetic radiation and / or based on the compiled, processed and / or evaluated signal and / or based on the classification and / or based on the state of the door (300, 301).

33. A method for operating a safety strip (200, 201) of a door (300, 301), wherein: The safety strip (200, 201) comprises a sensor assembly (100, 101), the sensor assembly being arranged in a receiving space (210) of the safety strip (200, 201) and being completely surrounded by the safety strip (200, 201) on at least one plane. The method comprises the following steps: - emitting electromagnetic radiation into the monitoring area (900, 901) via the sensor assembly (100, 101); - receiving electromagnetic radiation from the monitoring area (900, 901) via the sensor assembly (100, 101); - determining whether an object (800) is present in the monitoring area (900, 901) based on the received electromagnetic radiation; and - determining the location and speed of the object (800) based on the received electromagnetic radiation in the monitoring area (900, 901).

34. The method according to claim 33, wherein The method is used for operating a safety strip (200, 201) of a door (300, 301) of a vehicle.

35. Door (300, 301) having a safety strip (200, 201) according to any one of claims 1 to 32.

36. A vehicle comprising at least one door (300, 301) according to claim 35.

37. The transport vehicle according to claim 36, wherein: The transport vehicle has two doors (300, 301).

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