Vehicle event prevention and management

Abstract

Methods and systems for vehicle event prevention and management are provided. In some examples, a seat for a vehicle is provided. The seat includes a backrest, a headrest, and one or more airbags stored within at least one of the backrest or the headrest. The one or more airbags include one or more arm wings sized and shaped to wrap at least a portion of one or more arms of an occupant of the seat when deployed.

Description

Cross-references to related applications

[0001] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 598,357, filed November 13, 2023, entitled “VEHICLE EVENT PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT,” the entire disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference. Background Technology

[0002] Certain vehicles, such as off-road vehicles, may include systems and methods for vehicle incident prevention and management. For example, some vehicles may include seat belts, airbags, handrails, and / or other components designed for use by vehicle occupants to help prevent and / or manage vehicle incidents (e.g., situations where the vehicle experiences kinematic activity exceeding a certain threshold). There is a need to improve vehicle incident prevention and management. Implementations have been described with reference to these and other general considerations. The implementations described herein are not limited to solving the specific problems identified in the background art. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Various aspects of this disclosure relate to methods and systems for the prevention and management of vehicle incidents.

[0004] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a seat for a vehicle. The seat includes a backrest, a headrest, and one or more airbags stored within at least one of the backrest or headrest. The one or more airbags include one or more arm wings, the arm wings being sized and shaped to enclose at least a portion of one or more arms of an occupant of the seat when deployed.

[0005] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a vehicle. The vehicle includes an operator compartment with a footwell and an accelerator pedal assembly coupled to the footwell. The accelerator pedal assembly includes a pedal pad, an instrument section, and a pedal arm extending between the pedal pad and the instrument section. The instrument section includes a leaf spring and one or more strain gauges disposed on the leaf spring.

[0006] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a vehicle. The vehicle includes a seatbelt harness. The seatbelt harness includes a first harness side and a second harness side. The first harness side includes an upper strip, a lower strip, and a connector, and the second harness side includes an upper strip, a lower strip, and a connector. The connector on the second harness side is configured to engage with the connector on the first harness side to secure the seatbelt harness. At least one of the upper strips includes an armrest strip coupled to the upper strip.

[0007] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a vehicle. The vehicle includes a seat belt. The seat belt harness includes a first harness side and a second harness side. The first harness side includes an upper strap, a lower strap, and a connector. The second harness side includes an upper strap, a lower strap, and a connector. The connector on the second harness side is configured to engage with the connector on the first harness side to secure the seat belt harness. At least one of the upper straps includes a latch mount connected to the at least one of the upper straps via a tether extending between the latch mount and the at least one of the upper straps.

[0008] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a vehicle. The vehicle includes a seat belt. The seat belt harness includes a first harness side and a second harness side. The first harness side includes an upper strip, a lower strip, and a connector. The second harness side includes an upper strip, a lower strip, and a connector. The connector on the second harness side is configured to engage with the connector on the first harness side to secure the seat belt harness. The seat belt harness also includes a shoulder strip connected to at least one of the upper strips.

[0009] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a vehicle. The vehicle includes: a plurality of ground engagement members; a frame connected to the plurality of ground engagement members; a rotating arm connected to the frame above the plurality of ground engagement members; and a net attached to the underside of the rotating arm.

[0010] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a vehicle. The vehicle includes: a plurality of ground engagement members; a frame coupled to the plurality of ground engagement members; a webbing coupled to the frame; and a retractor for the webbing coupled to the frame. The retractor includes a housing and a spool for the webbing disposed within the housing.

[0011] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a method for deploying a webbing for a vehicle. The vehicle includes a frame and a retractor, and the webbing includes an upper webbing fixedly coupled to the frame and a lower webbing fixedly coupled to the retractor. The method includes receiving a signal corresponding to kinematic measurements of the vehicle, activating the retractor in response to receiving the signal, and retracting the lower webbing via the retractor, thereby extending the webbing across at least a portion of the vehicle's frame.

[0012] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a vehicle. The vehicle includes: a frame; a plurality of ground-mounted members coupled to the frame; one or more roll angle sensors; one or more indicators; and a controller communicating with the one or more roll angle sensors. The controller includes a processor and a memory storing instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the controller to perform a set of operations. The set of operations includes: receiving a signal indicating the roll angle of the vehicle from one or more roll angle sensors, and adjusting one or more indicators based on the signal to provide a notification corresponding to the roll angle.

[0013] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a vehicle. The vehicle includes: a frame; a plurality of ground engagement members coupled to the frame; an image sensor; one or more kinematic sensors; and a controller communicating with the image sensor and one or more kinematic sensors. The controller includes a processor and a memory storing instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the controller to perform a set of operations. The set of operations includes: receiving one or more signals from one or more kinematic sensors, determining based on one or more signals that a vehicle event has occurred, and activating the image sensor.

[0014] Some embodiments of this disclosure provide a method for deploying one or more occupant retention devices. The method includes: receiving a setting for kinematic tolerances of a vehicle; receiving an instruction corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle; comparing the instruction with the kinematic tolerances; and deploying one or more occupant retention devices in response to determining that the kinematic tolerances are exceeded.

[0015] This overview is provided to introduce, in a simplified form, some concepts that will be further described in the detailed description below. This overview is not intended to identify key or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter. Additional aspects, features, and / or advantages of the examples will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and will be apparent in part from the description, or may be learned by practice of this disclosure. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Examples of non-limiting and non-exhaustive approaches are described with reference to the following figures.

[0017] Figure 1 An overview of an example system based on some aspects described in this article is illustrated.

[0018] Figure 2 The illustration shows an example vehicle based on some aspects provided in this article.

[0019] Figure 3 An example system based on some aspects described in this article is illustrated.

[0020] Figure 4 An example system based on some aspects described in this article is illustrated.

[0021] Figure 5 The illustration shows an example method for deploying one or more airbags according to some aspects described herein.

[0022] Figure 6 An example system based on some aspects described in this article is illustrated.

[0023] Figure 7 The illustration shows an example method of controlling a vehicle's throttle according to some of the aspects described in this article.

[0024] Figure 8 The illustration shows an example seatbelt based on some aspects described in this article.

[0025] Figure 9 The illustration shows an example seatbelt based on some aspects described in this article.

[0026] Figure 10 The illustration shows an example seatbelt based on some aspects described in this article.

[0027] Figure 11A The illustration shows an example vehicle based on some aspects described in this article.

[0028] Figure 11B The illustration shows an example vehicle based on some aspects described in this article.

[0029] Figure 12A The illustration shows an example vehicle with retaining features, such as webbing, according to some aspects described in this article.

[0030] Figure 12B The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 12A Example vehicles.

[0031] Figure 13A The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 12A The characteristics of preservation.

[0032] Figure 13B The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 12A The characteristics of preservation.

[0033] Figure 14 The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 12A The characteristics of preservation.

[0034] Figure 15 The diagram illustrates a retractor based on some aspects described herein.

[0035] Figure 16 The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 15 The retractor.

[0036] Figure 17 The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 15 The retractor.

[0037] Figure 18 The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 15 The retractor.

[0038] Figure 19 The illustration shows an example method for unfolding the webbing of a vehicle according to some aspects described in this article.

[0039] Figure 20 An example method for deploying one or more occupant holding devices, based on some aspects described herein, is illustrated.

[0040] Figure 21 The illustration shows an example vehicle based on some aspects described in this article.

[0041] Figure 22A The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 21 An example configuration of one or more indicators for a vehicle.

[0042] Figure 22B The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 21 An example configuration of one or more indicators for a vehicle.

[0043] Figure 22C The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 21 An example configuration of one or more indicators for a vehicle.

[0044] Figure 23 The illustration shows an example vehicle based on some aspects described in this article.

[0045] Figure 24 The illustration shows an example method for recording events involving vehicles, based on some aspects described in this article.

[0046] Figure 25 The diagram illustrates a block diagram of example physical components of a computing device that can implement aspects of the present disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0047] In the following detailed description, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part of the detailed description, and specific embodiments or examples are illustrated in the drawings. These aspects may be combined, other aspects may be utilized, and structural changes may be made without departing from this disclosure. Embodiments may be practiced as methods, systems, or apparatus. Therefore, embodiments may be implemented in hardware, entirely in software, or in a combination of software and hardware aspects. Consequently, the following detailed description should not be construed as limiting, and the scope of this disclosure is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0048] Figure 1 Examples of a system 100 based on some aspects of the disclosed subject matter are shown. System 100 may be a system for vehicle incident prevention and management. System 100 includes one or more computing devices 102, one or more servers 104, one or more input data sources 106, and a communication network or network 108. In some examples, computing device 102 may receive input data 110 from input data source 106. Additionally or alternatively, in some examples, network 108 may receive input data 110 from input data source 106. In some examples, computing device 102 may be connected to a controller (e.g., as described later herein) Figure 3 Controller 322, Figure 6 Controller 630 Figure 20 The controller (2020) and / or the controller described herein may be similar to or the same as the intermediate communication device with which it is coupled.

[0049] In some examples, computing device 102 is a controller. Controller 102 may include a processor and memory storing instructions configured to implement one or more methods or processes disclosed herein. Controller 102 may be configured or otherwise programmed to control the operation of an engine (e.g., a generator for a fuel-powered vehicle or a hybrid vehicle) and / or an electric motor (e.g., an electric motor for a hybrid vehicle or an electric drive system vehicle). In some examples, controller 102 is configured or otherwise programmed to control the operation of a battery (e.g., a battery for a fuel-powered vehicle and / or a battery for an electric drive system vehicle). Therefore, in some examples, computing device 102 may be included in a vehicle (e.g., vehicle 200). Additionally or alternatively, in some examples, computing device 102 may be a mobile device that can be associated with a rider of the vehicle, such as a smartphone, tablet, wearable device, etc.

[0050] In some examples, computing device 102 includes communication system 112 and / or event prevention and management engine 114. In some embodiments, computing device 102 may execute at least a portion of event prevention and management engine 114 to implement one or more features described herein. For example, when at least a portion of event prevention and management engine 114 is executed, one or more airbags may be deployed, vehicle settings (e.g., throttle level, power on / off, speed limit, etc.) may be adjusted, one or more nets may be deployed, one or more vehicle roll indicators may be generated, one or more image sensors may be enabled, and / or one or more other features may be implemented, as those skilled in the art will recognize at least from the teachings provided herein.

[0051] In some examples, server 104 includes communication system 118 and / or event prevention and management engine 120. In some implementations, server 104 may execute at least a portion of event prevention and management engine 120 to implement one or more features described herein. For example, when at least a portion of event prevention and management engine 120 is executed, one or more airbags may be deployed, vehicle settings (e.g., throttle level, power on / off, speed limit, etc.) may be adjusted, one or more nets may be deployed, one or more vehicle roll indicators may be generated, one or more image sensors may be enabled, and / or one or more other features may be implemented, as those skilled in the art will recognize at least from the teachings provided herein.

[0052] Additionally or alternatively, in some examples, computing device 102 may transmit data received from input data source 106 to server 104 via communication network 108, which may perform at least a portion of event prevention and management engines 114, 120. In some examples, event prevention and management engines 114, 120 perform one or more portions of the methods / processes disclosed herein and / or recognized by those skilled in the art, in accordance with this disclosure.

[0053] In some examples, computing device 102 and / or server 104 can be any suitable computing device or a combination of devices such as desktop computers, in-vehicle computers, mobile computing devices (e.g., laptops, smartphones, tablets, wearable computers, etc.), server computers, virtual machines running on physical computing devices, web servers, etc. Furthermore, in some examples, there can be multiple computing devices 102 and / or multiple servers 104.

[0054] In some examples, input data source 106 can be any suitable input data source (e.g., data generated from a computing device, data stored in a storage library, data generated from a software application, data received from a vehicle, etc.). In some examples, input source 106 can include storage for the input data (e.g., local storage of computing device 102, local storage of server 104, cloud storage, portable storage connected to computing device 102, portable storage connected to server 104, etc.). In some examples, input data source 106 can include an application configured to generate input data and provide the input data via a software interface. In some examples, input data source 106 can be local to computing device 102. In some examples, input data source 106 can be remote from computing device 102 and can transmit input data 110 to computing device 102 (and / or server 104) via a communication network (e.g., communication network 108). In some examples, input data source 106 can include multiple input data sources.

[0055] In some examples, input data 110 may include vehicle information that can be retrieved from the vehicle controller, vehicle sensors (e.g., seatbelt sensors, door sensors, seat sensors, etc.), and / or vehicle components (e.g., engine, battery, etc.). In some examples, input data 110 may include data that can be retrieved from one or more kinematic sensors, such as kinematic sensors associated with vehicle 200 (e.g., accelerometers, speed sensors, gyroscopes, angular velocity sensors, etc.). In some examples, input data 110 may include data that can be retrieved from remote data storage and / or local data storage (e.g., from server 104 or computing device 102, respectively).

[0056] In some examples, communication network 108 can be any suitable communication network or combination of communication networks. For example, communication network 108 can include a Wi-Fi network (which may include one or more wireless routers, one or more switches, etc.), a peer-to-peer network (e.g., Bluetooth or Bluetooth Low Energy network), a cellular network (e.g., a 3G, 4G, 5G, etc. network conforming to any suitable standard), a wired network, a controller area network (CAN), etc. In some examples, communication network 108 can be a local area network (LAN), an interface conforming to known communication standards such as Bluetooth®, IEEE 802 standards (e.g., IEEE 802.11), ZigBee® or similar specifications (e.g., those based on the IEEE 802.15.4 standard), a wide area network (WAN), a public network (e.g., the Internet), a private or semi-private network (e.g., a corporate or university intranet), any other suitable type of network, or any suitable combination of networks. In some examples, Figure 1The communication links shown (arrows) can be any suitable communication link or a combination of communication links such as wired links, fiber optic links, Wi-Fi links, Bluetooth® links, cellular links, satellite links, etc.

[0057] Figure 2 An example vehicle 200 is illustrated according to some aspects provided herein. Vehicle 200 is merely an example, and those skilled in the art will recognize that the teachings of this disclosure can be applied to other types of vehicles. For example, vehicle types that can be incorporated into the apparatus provided herein for the prevention and management of vehicle incidents may include: all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), multi-purpose vehicles (UTVs), road vehicles, off-road vehicles, motorcycles, snowmobiles, mopeds, floats, jet skis, speedboats, or another type of vehicle that those skilled in the art may recognize.

[0058] Vehicle 200 includes a frame 202 and one or more ground engagement members 204 (e.g., wheels and tires). Frame 202 includes a lower frame 206 and an upper frame 208. One or more ground engagement members 204 are operatively coupled to the lower frame 206, while the upper frame 208 may extend generally over the operator area of ​​vehicle 200. Vehicle 200 also includes a drivetrain 210 operatively coupled to the lower frame 206 and drivenly connected to one or more ground engagement members 204. Upper frame 208 includes a front section 212, a central section 214, and a rear section 216. The front section 212, central section 214, and rear section 216 may be coupled to each other and to the lower frame 206.

[0059] In the example, drivetrain 210 includes a fuel-fired engine and a transmission combination, and a drive shaft extending between two ground engagement members in drivetrain and ground engagement member 214. As another example, drivetrain 210 may be a hybrid powertrain, a fuel cell powertrain, or an electric powertrain, among other examples. Drivetrain 210, associated front and rear suspension assemblies, and steering assemblies are described more fully in our applications filed April 6, 2021, Serial No. 17 / 223,717, July 28, 2006, Serial No. 11 / 494,891, and July 28, 2006, Serial No. 11 / 494,890, the subject matter of which is incorporated herein by reference.

[0060] Vehicle 200 also includes one or more seats 218. In some examples, frame 202 defines an operator compartment in which an operator is seated in at least one of the one or more seats 218. The one or more seats 218 can be multiple seats, such as side-by-side seats. Figure 2 In the illustrated example, one or more seats 218 are bucket seats. One or more seats can be similar to... Figure 3 Seat 310. In some examples, one or more seats 218 include seat belts or seat belts, as will be discussed later in this article. Figure 8 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 The seat belts under discussion are 800, 900, and / or 1000.

[0061] Vehicle 200 may include footwells (not shown) into which the feet of the occupants of vehicle 200 extend. For example, the footwells may be located within an operator compartment defined by frame 202. The footwells may include one or more operator inputs, such as pedals like an accelerator pedal, brake pedal, and / or clutch pedal. The feet of one or more occupants seated in seat 218 may extend into the footwells of vehicle 200. The footwells may resemble those described later herein. Figure 6 The foot pit 602 is under discussion.

[0062] The drivetrain 210 can be connected to a controller, such as those previously discussed in this article. Figure 1 The controller 102 under discussion Figure 3 Controller 322, Figure 6 Controller 630 and / or Figure 20 The controller 2020 communicates with the drivetrain 210, for example, to control the speed and / or acceleration of the vehicle 200. In some examples, the controller controls the battery and / or engine of the vehicle 200. In some examples, the vehicle 200 includes climate control settings, light / visibility settings, audio / entertainment settings, seat position settings, and / or suspension settings controlled by the controller and / or another computing device included in the vehicle 200.

[0063] Vehicle 200 also includes a door 220, which may be a half-open or fully open door. In some examples, vehicle 200 does not include a door 220. For example, in some cases, vehicle 200 includes a rotating arm and / or a net instead of a door 220. Via Figure 11A and Figure 11B The illustration of the rotating arm 1110 and net 1112 shows such an example of a vehicle having a rotating arm and net instead of a door 220.

[0064] Those skilled in the art will recognize, at least based on the teachings provided herein, that additional and / or alternative components may be part of vehicle 200. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will recognize components of other types of vehicles (e.g., ATVs, UTVs, road vehicles, off-road vehicles, motorcycles, snowmobiles, mopeds, and / or boats) that may be incorporated into the mechanisms provided herein.

[0065] Figure 3 and Figure 4 An example system 300 is illustrated according to some aspects described herein. The example system 300 includes a seat 310. The seat 310 can be associated with the previously described herein. Figure 2 The seat 218 discussed is similar or identical. Seat 310 includes a backrest 312, a headrest 314, a seat base 316, and one or more airbags 320 stored in at least one of the backrest 312 or the headrest 314. For example, seat 310 may include one or more airbags 320 stored in the backrest 312 and / or the headrest 314.

[0066] One or more airbags 320 may include a helmet airbag 320a and / or one or more arm wing 320b. One or more arm wing 320b are sized and shaped to wrap around at least a portion of one or more arms of the occupant of the seat 310 when deployed. For example, one or more arm wing 320b may extend around one or more shoulders of the occupant of the seat 310 and / or around the deltoid and / or biceps muscles of the occupant of the seat 310. One or more arm wing 320b may extend outward from the seat back 312 and across the seat bottom 316.

[0067] In some examples, one or more arm wing 320b are generally tapered when deployed. For example, the shape of one or more arm wing 320b may be generally defined by a large diameter and a small diameter. The small diameter may be substantially parallel to and extend above the large diameter relative to the seat bottom 316. In other words, the surface defined by the small diameter and generally defining at least a portion of the tapered shape of one or more arm wing 320b may be substantially parallel to and above the surface defined by the large diameter, which also generally defines at least a portion of the tapered shape of one or more arm wing 320b. In some examples, one or more arm wing 320b may be a single airbag. Additionally or alternatively, in some examples, one or more arm wing 320b may be multiple airbags that work together to protect the occupant of seat 310. In some examples, one or more arm wing 320b extend completely around the front of the occupant's torso (e.g., evenly and continuously across seat back 312). In some examples, one or more arm guards 320b extend across some portions of the occupant's torso, but not completely across the occupant's torso. In these ways, the arm guards 320b can be configured to prevent the occupant's arms from extending above the lower surface of one or more arm guards 320b when deployed, such as below the upper boundary of the door 220.

[0068] In some examples, the backrest 312 includes a frame 313. Additionally, in some examples, the headrest 314 includes a frame 315. One or more airbags 320 may be stored within the backrest frame 313 and / or the headrest frame 315. Therefore, in some examples, one or more airbags 320 may be stored within at least one of the frames 313, 315 (e.g., the backrest and / or headrest).

[0069] The helmet airbag 320a is sized and shaped to enclose the head of the occupant of seat 310, such as the helmet of the occupant of seat 310, when deployed. In some examples, the helmet airbag 320a is sized to generally surround and at least partially enclose the head of an average-sized male in the United States, according to available height, weight, and head circumference guidelines. In some examples, the helmet airbag 320a is generally spherical when deployed. The helmet airbag 320a may be large enough to enclose the helmet worn on the head of the occupant of seat 310. In some examples, the helmet airbag 320a includes an opening on the side of the helmet airbag 320a (when deployed) furthest from the headrest 314.

[0070] In some examples, one or more airbags 320 and / or a deployment mechanism (not shown) configured to deploy one or more airbags 320 may communicate with a controller 322. The controller 322 may communicate with the controller previously described herein. Figure 1 The computing device 102 discussed is similar or identical. In some examples, the controller 322 may execute one or more methods / procedures, such as example method 500 discussed below, to deploy one or more airbags 320. In some examples, the controller 322 may be configured to deploy one or more airbags 320 based on the detected proximity of the occupant's helmet to the seat 310. Systems and methods for controlling vehicle systems, such as airbag systems, are described in U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 469,590, filed May 30, 2023, entitled "ENHANCING SAFETY OF A VEHICLE," which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.

[0071] Figure 5 Example methods according to some aspects described herein are illustrated. Example method 500 may be a method for deploying one or more airbags 320 and / or other airbags associated with the vehicle disclosed herein. In the example, aspects of method 500 are described previously herein. Figure 1 and Figure 3 The device under discussion, such as controller 322, computing device 102 and / or server 102, performs the operation.

[0072] Method 500 begins at operation 502, in which a setting for a kinematic tolerance of a vehicle (e.g., vehicle 200) is received. This setting may correspond to an acceleration tolerance, an angular velocity tolerance, a velocity tolerance, a pitch tolerance, and / or another kinematic tolerance of the vehicle that can be recognized by a person skilled in the art.

[0073] At operation 504, an indication corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle is received. This indication can be received from one or more sensors of the vehicle, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, inertial measurement units (IMUs), and / or another sensor used to measure and / or derive kinematic values ​​that are recognizable to those skilled in the art. The sensor receiving the indication can be a vehicle sensor, an accessory sensor (e.g., for a jacket, collar, wearable accessory, etc.), a motion device sensor, and / or another intermediate computing device recognizable to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the indication can correspond to the vehicle's acceleration, vehicle speed, vehicle pitch, vehicle angular velocity, vehicle angular acceleration, and / or another kinematic factor recognizable to those skilled in the art.

[0074] At operation 506, it is determined whether a kinematic tolerance has been exceeded (e.g., in the positive or negative direction, such as by increasing above or decreasing below the kinematic tolerance). For example, the instruction received at operation 504 can be compared with the kinematic tolerance setting received at operation 502 to determine whether a kinematic tolerance has been exceeded. In some examples, the kinematic tolerance may correspond to a single type of kinematic value (e.g., acceleration only, velocity only, etc.). In some examples, the kinematic tolerance may correspond to multiple kinematic values ​​(e.g., a function of two or more types of kinematic values ​​weighted together). For example, the kinematic tolerance may correspond to a first weighted amount of acceleration values ​​and a second weighted amount of angular velocity values. Those skilled in the art will recognize additional and / or alternative combinations of kinematic values ​​based at least on the teachings provided herein.

[0075] If it does not exceed the kinematic tolerance, such as by Figure 5If indicated by "No", method 500 proceeds to operation 508, where a default action is performed. For example, an instruction corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle may include a pre-configured action performed at operation 508. Additionally or alternatively, the default action may include storing one or more settings, storing received instructions, etc. In some examples, method 500 may include determining whether an instruction has an associated default action, such that in some examples, no action may be performed as a result of receiving an instruction. Method 500 may terminate at operation 508. Alternatively, method 500 may return to operation 502 to provide an iterative loop for receiving settings for kinematic tolerances of the vehicle, receiving instructions corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle, and determining whether kinematic tolerances have been exceeded.

[0076] However, if it is determined to exceed the kinematic tolerance, such as by Figure 5 If indicated by "Yes", then method 500 proceeds to operation 510. At operation 510, one or more airbags may be deployed (e.g., Figure 3 and Figure 4 (Airbag 320). For example, helmet airbag 320a can be deployed. Additionally or alternatively, one or more of the arm wing 320b can be deployed. Typically, when the airbag deploys, the airbag is pressurized with air to leave any storage unit that holds the airbag (e.g., frame 315, frame 313, headrest 314, backrest 312, etc.) and expands outward from that storage unit.

[0077] Method 500 may terminate at operation 510. Alternatively, method 500 may return to operation 502 (or any other operation from method 500) to provide an iterative loop, such as to determine whether one or more airbags should be deployed in response to one or more kinematic tolerances being exceeded, and then deploy one or more airbags as appropriate.

[0078] Figure 6 An example system 600 is illustrated according to some aspects described herein. The example system includes a footwell 602. The footwell 602 may be a footwell in an operator's compartment, such as one constructed with respect to... Figure 2 The frame 202 of the vehicle 200 under discussion defines the footwell of the operator compartment. Therefore, the vehicle 200 may include an operator compartment having a footwell 602.

[0079] Example system 600 also includes an accelerator pedal assembly 610. The accelerator pedal assembly 610 is coupled to the footwell 602. The accelerator pedal assembly 610 includes a pedal pad 612, a pedal arm 614, and an instrument section 620. The pedal arm 614 extends between the pedal pad 612 and the instrument section 620. For example, the pedal arm 614 may be a rod that extends curvedly and / or linearly between the pedal pad 612 and the instrument section 620.

[0080] The instrument section 620 includes a leaf spring 622 and one or more strain gauges 624 disposed on the leaf spring 622. The leaf spring 622 may be relatively thinner than the pedal arm 614. The leaf spring 622 may be fixedly connected to the footrest 602 at a first end and to the pedal arm 614 at a second end, such that the first and second ends of the leaf spring 622 are opposite in the lateral direction.

[0081] In some examples, the instrument section 620 is encased in an elastomeric material. For example, the elastomeric material may include at least one of silicone or epoxy resin. In some examples, the leaf spring 622 comprises an elastic metal. For example, the leaf spring 622 may comprise steel. In some examples, the pedal pad 612 and / or pedal arm 614 may comprise metal, plastic, and / or wood. Those skilled in the art will recognize additional and / or alternative materials that may be used to manufacture the pedal pad 612 and / or pedal arm 614.

[0082] In some examples, the accelerator pedal assembly 610 communicates with the controller 630. For example, in a vehicle equipped with the accelerator pedal assembly 610 (e.g., Figure 2 The vehicle 200 may include a controller 630. In some examples, one or more strain gauges 624 communicate with the controller 630, such that the controller 630 receives measurements from the strain gauges 624. In some examples, one or more strain gauges 624 communicate with the controller 630 via wired means. In some examples, one or more strain gauges 624 communicate wirelessly with the controller 630, for example, via an intermediate communication device connected to the strain gauges 624, and the controller 630 communicates wirelessly with the intermediate communication device.

[0083] In some examples, the accelerator pedal assembly 610 may be installed in the vehicle (e.g., vehicle 200) during manufacturing. Alternatively or additionally, the accelerator pedal assembly 610 may be retrofitted into the vehicle after it has been manufactured. For example, the accelerator pedal assembly 610 may be connected to wiring previously connected to a different accelerator pedal assembly (e.g., communicating with controller 630).

[0084] Compared to conventional accelerator pedal assemblies, receiving throttle input via accelerator pedal assembly 610 is relatively more accurate and easier to maintain. For example, conventional accelerator pedal assemblies may accumulate dust, dirt, or other debris in their moving parts, making them difficult to clean. However, accelerator pedal assembly 610 is fixedly connected to the footwell 602, and electronic components (e.g., strain gauge 624) are housed within an elastomer. Therefore, accelerator pedal assembly 610 is relatively easier to maintain and provides relatively more accurate throttle measurement compared to existing accelerator pedal assemblies.

[0085] In some examples, the accelerator pedal assembly 610 is calibrated during manufacturing such that when the pedal pad 612 deflects from its rest position, the reading from the strain gauge 624 is mapped to a specific throttle value. In some examples, the accelerator pedal assembly 610 may be recalibrated and / or fine-tuned at regular and / or irregular time intervals (e.g., annually).

[0086] Figure 7 The illustration depicts an example method 700 based on some aspects described herein. Example method 700 could be using a pedal assembly, for example, regarding... Figure 6 The method described is to use an accelerator pedal assembly 610 to control the vehicle accelerator. In the example, aspects of method 700 are determined by... Figure 1 The apparatus discussed, such as computing device 102 and / or server 104, performs the operation. Additionally or alternatively, aspects of method 700 are as described above regarding... Figure 6 The controller 630 is being discussed.

[0087] Method 700 begins at operation 702, in which a signal corresponding to the deflection of the pedal arm (e.g., pedal arm 614) is received. This signal may be received from strain gauges (e.g., one or more strain gauges 624).

[0088] At operation 704, the desired throttle position for the vehicle (e.g., vehicle 200) is calculated based on the signal. For example, the signal can be pre-mapped or calibrated to a throttle value such that a certain level of voltage corresponds to a certain amount of throttle. In some examples, the mapping from signal to throttle value is based on a linear function. In some examples, the mapping is based on a non-linear function. In some examples, the mapping from signal to throttle value is set by the manufacturer. In some examples, the mapping from signal to throttle value can be customized by the vehicle owner (e.g., via their own calibration, or by taking the vehicle to an authorized service provider).

[0089] At operation 706, the vehicle is throttled by the desired amount. For example, if the vehicle operator pushes down a first amount on the pedal arm (e.g., or a pedal pad connected to the pedal arm), the vehicle can be throttled by the corresponding first amount. If the vehicle operator pushes down a second amount on the pedal arm, the vehicle can be throttled by the corresponding second amount. In some examples, the vehicle is throttled via a controller. Additionally or alternatively, in some examples, the vehicle is throttled by one or more other devices communicating with the device performing method 700, thereby allowing the device performing method 700 to indirectly throttle the vehicle.

[0090] Method 700 may terminate at operation 706. Alternatively, method 700 may return to operation 702 (or any other operation from method 700) to provide an iterative loop, such as receiving a signal from the strain gauge corresponding to the deflection of the pedal arm, calculating based on the signal the desired amount of throttle for the vehicle, and throttling the vehicle by the desired amount.

[0091] Figure 8 An example seat belt 800 is illustrated according to some aspects described herein. The example seat belt 800 is a four-point seat belt harness. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that the teachings provided herein are applicable to other types of seat belts, such as three-point seat belts, five-point seat belts, etc., and are therefore not limited to the seat belt harness illustrated herein. The seat belt 800 can be a vehicle, such as those previously described herein. Figure 2 Part of the vehicle 200 described.

[0092] The seatbelt harness 800 includes a first harness side 802, which includes an upper stripe 804, a lower stripe 806, and a connector 808. The seatbelt harness 800 also includes a second harness side 812, which includes an upper stripe 814, a lower stripe 816, and a connector 818. The connector 818 of the second harness side 810 is configured to engage with the connector 808 of the first harness side 802 to secure the seatbelt 800. In some examples, the connectors 808, 818 include clamps, buckles, buttons, and / or other types of coupling mechanisms that can be recognized by those skilled in the art. Furthermore, in some examples, the seatbelt 800 may include, respectively, those described herein with reference to… Figure 9 and Figure 10 The seat belt 900 and / or 1000 are discussed as one or more components.

[0093] At least one of the upper straps 804 and 814 includes a handrail strap 820 connected thereto. In some examples, the upper strap 804 of the first strap side 802 and the upper strap 814 of the second strap side 812 each include a corresponding handrail strap 820 connected thereto. In some examples, the handrail strap 820 is sewn to the upper straps 804 and / or 814. For example, the upper straps 804 and 814 may be made of a fabric such as nylon, and the handrail strap 820 may also be made of a fabric such as nylon, such that the handrail strap 820 can be sewn to the upper straps 804 and / or 814. In some examples, the handrail strap 820 is otherwise connected to the upper straps 804 and / or 814, such as via adhesive, hook and loop fasteners, or magnetic couplings.

[0094] In some examples, the handrail strip 820 defines a channel 822 with at least one of the upper strips 804 and / or 814. The channel 822 is sized and shaped to receive the user's hand on the seatbelt strap 800. In some examples, the upper strips 804 and / or 814 include a reinforcing member 824 at which the handrail strip 820 is attached to the upper strips 804 and / or 814. The reinforcing member 824 may be one or more layers of material disposed on the upper strips 804 and / or 814 at which the handrail strip 820 is attached. For example, the reinforcing member 824 may comprise nylon or plastic or another type of polymer that will be recognized by those skilled in the art to provide enhanced rigidity and / or stability to the seatbelt strap 800 at the location where the handrail strip 820 is located.

[0095] In some examples, the armrest strip 820 may be located approximately halfway along the upper strip 804 and / or 814, such as from the first end of the upper strip 804 and / or 814 located at connector 808 / 818 to the second end of the upper strip 804 and / or 814 located at the seat (or other vehicle component) to which the seat belt strap 800 is attached. In some examples, the armrest strip 820 may be positioned relatively closer to the first end of the upper strip 804 and / or 814 than to the second end of the upper strip 804 and / or 814.

[0096] In some examples, the armrest strip 820 extends from the top of the upper strip 804 and / or 814 (e.g., the top is opposite to the backrest surface along which the upper strip 804 and / or 814 extends). In some examples, the armrest strip 820 extends from the side of the upper strip 804 and / or 814 (e.g., such that the armrest strip 820 extends substantially parallel to the backrest surface along which the upper strip 804 and / or 814 extends).

[0097] Figure 8The handrail strip 820 helps to keep the occupant's limbs inside the vehicle (e.g., vehicle 200) and / or close to the occupant's body when the vehicle is in motion.

[0098] Figure 9 An example seat belt 900 is illustrated according to some aspects described herein. The example seat belt 900 is a seat belt buckle. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that the teachings provided herein are applicable to other types of seat belts, such as three-point seat belts, four-point seat belts, five-point seat belts, etc., and therefore should not be limited to seat belt buckles. The seat belt 900 can be a vehicle, such as those previously described herein. Figure 2 Part of the vehicle 200 described.

[0099] The seatbelt harness 900 includes a first harness side 902, which includes an upper strap 904, a lower strap 906, and a connector 908. The seatbelt harness 900 also includes a second harness side 912, which includes an upper strap 914, a lower strap 916, and a connector 918. The connector 918 of the second harness side 910 is configured to engage with the connector 908 of the first harness side 902 to secure the seatbelt 900. In some examples, the connectors 908, 918 include clamps, buckles, buttons, and / or another type of coupling mechanism that can be recognized by those skilled in the art. Furthermore, in some examples, the seatbelt 900 may include, respectively, those described herein with reference to… Figure 8 and Figure 10 The seat belt 800 and / or 1000 are discussed as one or more components.

[0100] At least one of the upper straps 904, 914 includes a latch mount 920 connected thereto. For example, the latch mount 920 may be connected to the at least one of the upper straps 904 and / or 914 via a tether 922 extending between the latch mount 920 and the at least one of the upper straps 904, 914. In some examples, the upper strap 904 of the first strap side 902 and the upper strap 914 of the second strap side 912 each include a corresponding latch mount 920 connected thereto (e.g., via a corresponding tether 922).

[0101] In some examples, the latch mount 920 may be engaged to the upper strip 904 and / or 914 at approximately half the distance measured from the first end of the upper strip 904 and / or 914 at the connector 908 / 918 to the second end of the upper strip 904 and / or 914 at the seat (or other vehicle component) to which the seatbelt strap 900 is attached. In some examples, the latch mount 920 may be engaged to the upper strip 904 and / or 914 relatively closer to the first end of the upper strip 904 and / or 914 than closer to the second end of the upper strip 904 and / or 914.

[0102] In some examples, the latch mount 920 is attached to the top of the upper straps 904 and / or 914 (e.g., the top is opposite to the backrest surface along which the upper straps 904 and / or 914 extend). In some examples, the latch mount 920 is attached to the side of the upper straps 904 and / or 914 (e.g., such that the tether 922 extends substantially parallel to the backrest surface along which the upper straps 904 and / or 914 extend).

[0103] In some examples, the latch mount 920 is a magnetic mechanical latch mount. For example, the latch mount 920 may include a magnet that helps to position the corresponding latch attachment 930 in the center of the latch mount 920, such that the latch attachment 930 can be mechanically pushed into place. In some examples, the latch mount 920 is sized and shaped to receive the corresponding latch attachment 930. The latch attachment 930 may be attached to or otherwise included as part of a wristband or bracelet 932. The wristband 932 may be worn by an occupant of the vehicle in which the seatbelt 900 is located.

[0104] In some examples, the latch mount 920 is configured, adjusted, or otherwise designed to lock the latch attachment 930 to the latch mount 920 when the latch attachment 930 is pressed against the latch mount 920. In some examples, the latch mount 920 is configured to unlock the latch attachment 930 from the latch mount 920 when the latch attachment 930 is pressed against the latch mount 920 again. The attachment / disengagement function of the latch mount 920 highlights the mechanical aspects of the latch mount 920.

[0105] In some examples, the wristband 932 may include features that improve the wearer's experience when using the wristband 932. For example, the wristband 932 may include a key for a vehicle. As another example, the wristband 932 may include a watch, allowing the wearer of the wristband 932 to be informed of the date / time while wearing the wristband 932. In some examples, the wristband 932 may, with the wearer's permission, monitor biometric data from the wearer, such as heart rate, calories burned, skin temperature, etc. In some examples, the wristband 932 may track the wearer's speed, acceleration, location, and / or distance traveled. Such data collected by the wristband 932 may be transmitted to systems, such as those previously discussed herein. Figure 1 The system 100 described and / or the system aggregate.

[0106] Typically, a person can place one or more wrist straps 932 on one or more of their wrists. The person can enter the vehicle and secure themselves to the seat via the seatbelt 900. The person, now an occupant of the vehicle, can then lightly fasten one or more wrist straps 932 (around the occupant's wrists) onto the location of the latch mount 920 on the seatbelt 900, thereby connecting their wrist (via wrist strap 932) to the seatbelt 900 (e.g., via the tether 922). Once the person wants to leave the vehicle, they can lightly fasten their wrist strap 932 again onto the latch mount 920 to disconnect their wrist from the tether 922. The person can then unfasten the seatbelt 900 and leave the vehicle (e.g., with or without the wrist strap 932, depending on whether the person wants to keep the wrist strap 932 on their wrist or remove it).

[0107] Figure 9 The latch mount 920 helps to keep occupant limbs inside and / or close to the occupant's body when the vehicle is in motion.

[0108] Figure 10 An example seat belt 1000 is illustrated according to some aspects described herein. The example seat belt 1000 is a four-point seat belt harness. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that the teachings provided herein are applicable to other types of seat belts, such as three-point seat belts, five-point seat belts, etc., and are therefore not limited to the seat belt harness illustrated herein. The seat belt 1000 can be a vehicle, such as those previously described herein. Figure 2 Part of the vehicle 200 described.

[0109] The seat belt harness 1000 includes a first harness side 1002, which includes an upper strap 1004, a lower strap 1006, and a connector 1008. The seat belt harness 1000 also includes a second harness side 1012, which includes an upper strap 1014, a lower strap 1016, and a connector 1018. The connector 1018 of the second harness side 1010 is configured to engage with the connector 1008 of the first harness side 1002 to secure the seat belt 1000. In some examples, the connectors 1008, 1018 include clamps, buckles, buttons, and / or another type of coupling mechanism that can be recognized by those skilled in the art. Furthermore, in some examples, the seat belt 1000 may include, respectively, those described herein with reference to... Figure 8 and Figure 9 The seat belt 800 and / or 900 are discussed as one or more components.

[0110] The seat belt 1000 also includes a shoulder strap 1020 coupled to at least one of the upper straps 1004 and / or 1014. The shoulder strap 1020 may extend from at least one of the upper straps 1004 and / or 1014 at an acute angle relative to the upper straps 1004 and / or 1014. For example, the shoulder strap 1020 may extend from the upper strap 1004 at an angle of about 10 degrees, or about 20 degrees, or about 30 degrees, or another acute angle recognized by those skilled in the art.

[0111] At least one of the upper straps 1004 and 1014 includes a shoulder strap 1020 connected thereto. In some examples, the upper strap 1004 of the first strap side 1002 and the upper strap 1014 of the second strap side 1012 each include a corresponding shoulder strap 1020 connected thereto. In some examples, the shoulder strap 1020 is stitched to the upper straps 1004 and / or 1014. For example, the upper straps 1014 and 1004 may be made of a fabric such as nylon, and the shoulder strap 1020 may also be made of a fabric such as nylon, such that the shoulder strap 1020 can be stitched to the upper straps 1004 and / or 1014. In some examples, the shoulder strap 1020 is otherwise connected to the upper straps 1004 and / or 1014, such as via adhesive, hook and loop fasteners, ties, magnetic couplings, or another type of connector recognized by those skilled in the art.

[0112] In some examples, the seatbelt 1000 is part of the vehicle 1050. The vehicle 1050 may be similar to those previously discussed in this article. Figure 2 The vehicle 200 is described. In addition to the seatbelt 1000, the vehicle 1050 may include a frame 1060 (e.g., similar to...). Figure 2 Frame 202 and / or Figure 3(Frame 313 or 314). Shoulder strap 1020 may be further coupled to frame 1060 such that shoulder strap 1020 extends between at least one of upper straps 1004, 1014 and frame 1060. In some examples, vehicle 1050 may also include one or more seats (e.g., similar to...). Figure 2 Seat 218 or Figure 3 (seat 310). Additionally or alternatively, for connection to frame 1060, shoulder strap 1020 may be connected to seat such that shoulder strap 1020 extends between at least one of upper straps 1004, 1014 and seat.

[0113] In some examples, the shoulder strap 1020 may be located approximately halfway along the upper strap 1004 and / or 1014, such as from the first end of the upper strap 1004 and / or 1014 located at connector 1008 / 1018 to the second end of the upper strap 1004 and / or 1014 located at the seat (or other vehicle component) to which the seatbelt strap 1000 is attached. In some examples, the shoulder strap 1020 may be positioned relatively closer to the second end of the upper strap 1004 and / or 1014 than to the first end (e.g., near the armpit or chest of the person using the seatbelt 1000).

[0114] In some examples, the seat belt 1000 includes a web 1022 extending between a shoulder strap 1020 and at least one of the upper straps 1004, 1014. In examples discussed above where the shoulder strap 1020 extends from the upper straps 1004 and / or 1014 at an acute angle, the web 1022 may extend across the acute angle between the shoulder strap 1020 and at least one of the upper straps 1004, 1014.

[0115] The shoulder strap 1020 restricts shoulder abduction to reduce upper limb movement during a vehicle incident. The shoulder strap 1020 is configured to limit the range of motion below a specified level when the user of the seatbelt 1000 abducts their shoulder. In some examples, the shoulder strap 1020 has sufficient slack to make the additional coverage relatively inconspicuous and / or not interfere with normal riding posture. In some examples where the seatbelt 1000 can be retracted, the belly plate 1022 can retract along with the seatbelt 1000 when the seatbelt 1000 is retracted.

[0116] In some examples, the shoulder strap 1020 can be adjustable to, for example, the tightness / looseness of the shoulder strap 1020 against the user of the seat belt 1000. In some examples, the shoulder strap 1020 can be marked, for example, to inform the user of the seat belt 1000 where the shoulder strap 1020 should be positioned on their body. In some examples, the shoulder strap 1020 can be removably attached to the upper strap 1004 and / or 1014 of the seat belt 1000, so that the seat belt 1000 can function without the shoulder strap 1020.

[0117] Typically, as described herein, a seatbelt 1000 with shoulder straps 1020 provides a relatively cost-effective, easy-to-install, and labor-saving solution for controlling shoulder abduction in a vehicle equipped with the seatbelt 1000.

[0118] Figure 11A and Figure 11B An example vehicle 1100 is illustrated according to some aspects described herein. Apart from the differences described below, vehicle 1100 may be similar to those previously discussed herein. Figure 2 The vehicle 200 is described. For example, vehicle 1100 includes a frame 1102. The frame may be coupled to a plurality of ground engagement members 1104 (the ground engagement members 1104 may be similar to...). Figure 2 The ground connection member 204). Frame 1102 includes an upper frame 1106 and a lower frame 1108. The upper frame 1106 may include a front section 1106a, a central section 1106b, and a rear section 1106c. The front section 1106a, the central section 1106b, and the rear section 1106c may be removably connected to each other and / or removably connected to the lower frame 1108.

[0119] The rotating arm 1110 is connected to the frame at a vertical height higher than that of the ground engagement member 1104 relative to the ground surface. Additionally, a net 1112 may be attached to the underside of the rotating arm 1110. The underside of the rotating arm 1110 is the side that faces generally and is vertically closest to the ground surface and / or the plurality of ground engagement members 1104. The net 1112 may be attached to the rotating arm 1110 via straps, fasteners, hooks, and / or other connection techniques that will be recognized by those skilled in the art. In various embodiments, as an alternative to or in addition to the net 1112, the net may be positioned along the upper surface of the rotating arm 1110. Generally, the combined rotating arm 1110 and net 1112 offer lower manufacturing costs and enhanced aesthetics, which may be superior to existing vehicle components.

[0120] The rotating arm 1110 can be made of metal or another durable material with the property of withstanding considerable forces, such as greater than about 100 pounds (e.g., 150 pounds). Although in Figure 11A and Figure 11B Only one rotating arm 1110 and net 1112 are shown in the diagram, but it should be understood that the rotating arm 1110 and / or net 1112 may be present on both the driver's side and the passenger side of the vehicle 1000. Alternatively, in some examples, the rotating arm 1110 and / or net 1112 may be present on only one side of the vehicle 1000, either the driver's side or the passenger side.

[0121] In some examples, the rotating arm 1110 includes a handle 1111 extending therefrom. In some examples, an occupant of vehicle 1100 can use the handle 1111 to rotate the rotating arm 1110. In some examples, the handle 1111 can provide support for an occupant of vehicle 1100 to grip the handle 1111, for example, when vehicle 1100 is moving or stationary. In some examples, the handle 1111 extends downward from the rotating arm 1110. In some examples, the handle 1111 has a curved shape, such as to provide an ergonomic design for comfortable gripping by an occupant of vehicle 1100. In some examples, the handle 1111 forms an opening together with the rotating arm 1110, the opening being sized and shaped to allow one or more hands of an occupant to pass through when gripping the handle 1111.

[0122] exist Figure 11A In the diagram, the rotating arm 1110 is shown in a first position or a raised (e.g., upward) position, and... Figure 11B In the diagram, the rotating arm 1110 is shown in a second position or a downward (e.g., lowered) position. The rotating arm 1110 includes a first end 1110a and a second end 1110b that are laterally opposite to each other. The first end 1110a of the rotating arm 1110 is coupled to the frame 1102 at a pivot mount 1116. For example, the pivot mount 1116 may be bolted to the frame 1102 at a location generally adjacent to a portion of the seat 1118. Specifically, the pivot mount 1116 may be bolted to the upper frame 1106, and more specifically to the rear section 1106c of the upper frame 1106.

[0123] In some examples, the pivot mount 1116 may include one or more stops and / or one or more friction hinges to control the movement of the rotating arm 1110. Furthermore, in some examples, the pivot mount 1116 substantially restricts the movement of the rotating arm 1110 to two dimensions (e.g., two dimensions selected from the x, y, and z directions). The movement of the rotating arm 1110 may be restricted to angular rotation about a predetermined degree about the pivot mount 1116 (e.g., angular rotation less than 90 degrees).

[0124] In some examples, vehicle 1000 also includes one or more seats 1118. In some examples, frame 1102 defines an operator compartment in which an operator is seated in at least one of the one or more seats 1118. The one or more seats 1118 may be similar to those previously described herein. Figure 2 and Figure 3 The description includes one or more seats 218 and / or 312. Seat 1118 may include a seat back 1120 and a seat base 1122. The front portion of the seat base 1122 may define a vertical plane P1. The top of the seat base 1122 may define a horizontal plane P2. In some examples, a pivot mount 1116 is positioned above the horizontal plane P1 and behind the vertical plane P2. In some examples, when the swivel arm 1110 is in the raised position, a handle 1111 is positioned above the vertical plane P2 and / or below the top of one or more seats 1118, for example, to provide a comfortable grip for occupants of vehicle 1100.

[0125] In some examples, the second end 1110b of the rotating arm 1110 defines and / or includes a striking pin. The striking pin is rotatable between a first position (e.g., an elevated position or an up position) and a second position (e.g., a lowered position or a reduced position). The second end 1110b of the rotating arm 1110 is coupled to the frame 1102 at a latch 1126. For example, the latch 1126 may be bolted or otherwise coupled to the frame 1102 at a position in front of the seat 1118 and, in some embodiments, at a position generally adjacent to a portion of the dashboard of the vehicle 1100. When the rotating arm 1110 is in the first position or the elevated position (e.g., as shown in the image), the second end 1110b of the rotating arm 1110 is rotated between a first position (e.g., an up position) and a second position (e.g., a down position). Figure 11A When the door is raised (as shown), a striker at the second end 1110b of the rotating arm 1110 engages with a latch 1126, thereby raising the net 1112 across at least a portion of the frame 1102. In some examples, the striker at the second end 1110b is self-aligned with the latch 1126 for easy engagement by a user. Typically, the rotating arm 1110 and the net 1112 may extend through a door that might otherwise be located on the vehicle 1100 (e.g., as shown). Figure 2 The location of vehicle 200 (as shown).

[0126] In some examples, vehicle 1100 includes a sensor (not shown) programmed to detect that the rotating arm is in a first position (e.g., as shown in the image). Figure 11A (as shown) or in the second position (e.g., as shown) Figure 11B (As shown in the illustration). In some examples, vehicle 1100 also includes a controller that communicates with sensors (e.g., Figure 1(Computing device 102). In some examples, the controller is programmed to adjust one or more vehicle settings based on sensor detections (e.g., detections of the position of the swivel arm). For example, if the swivel arm 1110 is in the lowered position, one or more settings may include applying maximum throttle level, power on / off control, maximum speed (e.g., speed limit), maximum pitch, etc. Those skilled in the art will recognize additional and / or alternative adjustable settings for the vehicle.

[0127] Specific reference Figure 11B The frame 1102 and / or pivot mount 1116 may include a recess, brake, or other securing feature 1130. When the arm 1110 is in the lowered position, the arm 1110 may engage the recess 1120, thereby securing the net 1112 and / or the arm 1110 in the lowered position. In some examples, the recess 1130 includes a magnet. In some examples, the recess 1130 includes a door retainer.

[0128] Figure 12A and Figure 12B An example vehicle 1200 is illustrated according to some aspects described herein. Vehicle 1200 is merely an example, and those skilled in the art will recognize that the teachings of this disclosure can be applied to other types of vehicles. For example, the types of vehicles that can be incorporated into the apparatus provided herein for the prevention and management of vehicle incidents may include: all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), multi-purpose vehicles (UTVs), road vehicles, off-road vehicles, motorcycles, snowmobiles, mopeds, floats, jet skis, speedboats, or another type of vehicle that those skilled in the art may recognize. Except for the differences described below, vehicle 1100 may be similar to those previously described herein. Figure 2 The vehicle described is 200.

[0129] Vehicle 1200 includes a frame 1202 and one or more ground engagement members 1204 (e.g., wheels and tires). Frame 1202 includes a lower frame 1206 and an upper frame 1208. One or more ground engagement members 1204 are operatively coupled to the lower frame 1206, while the upper frame 1208 may extend generally over the operator area of ​​vehicle 200. Vehicle also includes a drivetrain 1210 operatively coupled to the lower frame 1206 and drivenly connected to one or more ground engagement members 1204. Upper frame 1208 includes a front section 1212, a central section 1214, and a rear section 1216. Front section 1212, central section 1214, and rear section 1216 may be coupled to each other and coupled to the lower frame 1206.

[0130] In the example, drivetrain 1210 includes a fuel-fired engine and a transmission combination, and a drive shaft extending between two ground engagement members in drivetrain and ground engagement member 1214. As another example, drivetrain 1210 may be a hybrid powertrain, a fuel cell powertrain, or an electric powertrain, among other examples. Drivetrain 1210, associated front and rear suspension assemblies, and steering assemblies are described more fully in our applications filed April 6, 2021, Serial No. 17 / 223,717, July 28, 2006, Serial No. 11 / 494,891, and July 28, 2006, Serial No. 11 / 494,890, the subject matter of which is incorporated herein by reference.

[0131] The vehicle 1200 also includes one or more seats 1218. In some examples, the frame 1202 defines an operator compartment in which an operator is seated in at least one of the one or more seats 1218. The one or more seats 1218 can be multiple seats, such as side-by-side seats. In the example illustrated in Figure 12, the one or more seats 1218 are bucket seats. The one or more seats can be similar to Figure 3 Seat 310. In some examples, one or more seats 1218 include seat belts or seat belts, as previously discussed herein. Figure 8 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 The seat belts under discussion are 800, 900, and / or 1000.

[0132] Vehicle 1200 may include footwells (not shown) into which the feet of the occupants of vehicle 1200 extend. For example, the footwell may be located within an operator compartment defined by frame 1202. The footwell may include one or more operator inputs, such as pedals like an accelerator pedal, brake pedal, and / or clutch pedal. The feet of one or more occupants seated in seat 1218 may extend into the footwell of vehicle 1200. The footwell may be similar to those previously described herein. Figure 6 The discussion focused on the foot pit 1602.

[0133] The drivetrain 1210 can be connected to a controller, such as those previously discussed in this article. Figure 1 The controller 102 discussed communicates with the vehicle. The controller can control the drivetrain 210, for example, to control the speed and / or acceleration of the vehicle 1200. In some examples, the controller controls the battery and / or engine of the vehicle 1200. In some examples, the vehicle 1200 includes climate control settings, light / visibility settings, audio / entertainment settings, seat position settings, and / or suspension settings controlled by a controller and / or another computing device included in the vehicle 1200.

[0134] Vehicle 1200 also includes door 1220. In some examples, vehicle 1200 does not include door 1220. For example, in some cases, vehicle 1200 includes a rotating arm and / or a net instead of door 1220. Via Figure 11A and Figure 11B The illustration shows an example of a vehicle with a rotating arm and a net instead of a door 1220.

[0135] The vehicle 1200 also includes a webbing or retaining feature 1224 coupled to the frame 1202 and a retractor 1230 for the webbing, also coupled to the frame 1202. Figure 12A The illustration shows webbing 1224 in a stored or inactive position, and Figure 12B The illustration shows webbing 1224 in an unfolded or active position. Retractor 1230 can change webbing 1224 between a stored position and an unfolded position (e.g., from a stored position to an unfolded position).

[0136] In some examples, the webbing 1224 responds to the retractor 1230 being enabled (e.g., as shown in the image). Figure 12B As shown, the webbing 1224 extends substantially parallel to the door 1220 (e.g., coplanar with the vertical plane of the door). Additionally or alternatively, in some examples, the webbing 1224 extends substantially orthogonally to the door 1220 in response to the activation of the retractor 1230. For example, the webbing 1224 may extend parallel to the front of the vehicle 1200 and at the front of the seat 1218, for example, to control the movement of the occupant's helmet in the forward and / or rearward directions.

[0137] Although Figure 12A and Figure 12B Only one webbing 1224 and retractor 1230 are shown, but it should be understood that the webbing 1224 and / or retractor 1230 may be present on both the driver's side and the passenger side of the vehicle 1200. Alternatively, in some examples, the webbing 1224 and / or retractor 1230 may be present only on one of the driver's side or the passenger side of the vehicle 1200. Furthermore, one or more webbing 1124 may be present extending (or configured to extend therebetween) between the driver's side and the passenger side of the vehicle 1200 (e.g., in the example where the vehicle 1200 includes a webbing extending substantially orthogonally to the door 1220, as discussed above).

[0138] Those skilled in the art will recognize, at least based on the teachings provided herein, additional and / or alternative components that may be part of vehicle 1200. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will recognize components that may be incorporated into the mechanisms provided herein for other types of vehicles (e.g., ATVs, UTVs, road vehicles, off-road vehicles, motorcycles, snowmobiles, mopeds, and / or boats).

[0139] Figure 13A and Figure 13B The illustrations depict some aspects described in this article. Figure 12A and Figure 12B Detailed view of webbing 1224. Figure 13A In the diagram, webbing 1224 is shown in its storage position, and... Figure 13B In the diagram, webbing 1224 is shown in the unfolded position. In some examples, webbing 1224 includes upper webbing 1225 and lower webbing 1226 (e.g., Figure 13B (As shown). The upper webbing 1225 can be rigidly fixed to the frame 1202. In addition, the lower webbing 1226 can be fixedly connected to the retractor 1230. In some examples, the upper webbing 1225 can be fixed to the upper frame 1208 (e.g., at the front section 1212, the central section 1214 and / or the rear section 1216).

[0140] In some examples, the lower webbing 1226 is coupled to the frame 1202 via one or more connectors 1228 when in the stored position. In some examples, the lower webbing 1226 is coupled to the upper frame 1208 via one or more connectors 1228 (e.g., at the front segment 1212, the central segment 1214, and / or the rear segment 1216). The retractor 1230 is configured to disconnect, pull apart, or otherwise overcome one or more connectors 1228 when activated. Thus, the retractor 1230 is configured to extend the webbing 1224 across at least a portion of the frame 1202 to the unfolded position (e.g., Figure 13B (The location shown in the image).

[0141] One or more connectors 1228 may include adhesives (e.g., adhesives having a bond that can be broken by the retractor 1230), hook and loop fasteners, ties (e.g., ties including fabric and / or plastic), magnetic couplings (e.g., magnetic couplings weak enough to be overcome by the retractor 1230), or another type of connector that can be disconnected, pulled apart, or otherwise overcome by the retractor 1230 when the retractor 1230 is engaged, as recognized by those skilled in the art.

[0142] Figure 14 The illustration shows the information previously discussed in this article. Figure 12A , Figure 12B , Figure 13A and Figure 13BThe described webbing 1223 and retractor 1230. In some examples, the webbing 1223 may include a buckle 1229. For example, the buckle 1229 may include a convex connector 1229a coupled to the webbing 1223 and a concave connector 1229b coupled to the frame 1202 (e.g., upper frame 1208). Thus, the webbing 1223 can be fastened / unfastened at the buckle 1229, for example, to be attached to / detached from the frame 1202.

[0143] Figures 15 to 18 A retractor 1230 is illustrated according to some aspects described herein. The retractor 1230 includes a housing 1231 attached to a frame of a vehicle (e.g., frame 1202 of vehicle 1200). The retractor 1230 also includes a spool 1232 and a bushing 1233 within the housing 1232. The spool 1232 is held within the housing 1231 via the bushing 1233. The bushing 1233 allows the spool 1232 to rotate freely. The spool 1232 is a spool for webbing 1224.

[0144] The housing 1231 rigidly attaches the spool 1232 to the frame 1202 of the vehicle 1200. The spool 1232 includes a groove 1234 extending through its central portion to secure the webbing 1224. The outer edge of the spool 1232 includes teeth that engage with various other components to provide retraction and locking functions. A torsion spring 1237 is attached to the spool 1232. For example, the torsion spring 1237 may be attached to one end of the spool 1232 via a groove 1238 and to the housing 1231 via a pin 1239.

[0145] The torsion spring 1237 can be wound like a clock spring to provide sufficient torque to retract the lower webbing 1226 of the webbing 1224. The torsion spring 1237 rotates the spool 1232 in response to the activation of the retractor 1230. A locking pawl 1240 is rotatably attached to the housing 1221. The teeth of the pawl 1240 engage with the teeth in the spool 1232 and prevent the spool 1232 from rotating under the force of the torsion spring 1237. A stop 1241 is rotatably attached to the housing 1231 near the locking pawl 1240, preventing the pawl 1240 from rotating away from the spool 1232, thereby locking the retractor 1230.

[0146] An electric solenoid 1245 is attached to the housing 1231 and arranged such that when the electric solenoid 1245 is energized, it moves the stop 1241 away from the pawl 1240. This movement (e.g., a pulling movement) causes the pawl 1240 to rotate away from the teeth in the spool 1232, thereby allowing the torsion spring 1237 to rotate the spool 1232, which in turn winds the webbing 1224 (e.g., specifically the lower webbing 1226) into the take-up unit 1230. The winding of the webbing 1224 pulls the lower webbing 1226 downward and away from the frame 1202 to which the lower webbing 1226 is attached, thereby expanding the webbing 1224.

[0147] In some examples, pawl 1240 is a first pawl, and the retractor 1230 includes a second pawl 1246 arranged opposite to the first pawl 1240, such that when the spool 1232 rotates to retract the webbing 1224, the second pawl 1246 prevents the spool 1232 from rotating to cause the webbing 1224 to extend. In this way, once at least some slack in the webbing 1224 has been removed, the webbing 1224 cannot be pulled out of the retractor 1230 without being disengaged from the second pawl 1246.

[0148] In some embodiments, the second pawl 1246 is forced to engage with teeth in the spool 1232 by a compression spring 1247 disposed between the first pawl 1240 and the second pawl 1246. In some examples, the retractor 1230 includes one or more reset levers 1248 for allowing a technician to reset the retractor 1230 without having to disassemble it. In some examples, the retractor 1230 includes an internal hexagon 1249 on the side of the spool 1232 for winding or unwinding the spool 1232 when needed (e.g., manually).

[0149] In some examples, vehicle 1200 includes a controller that communicates with retractor 1230 (e.g., Figure 1 (Computing device 102). The retractor 1230 can be activated in response to one or more calculations by the controller. For example, one or more calculations can be based on one or more of the following: vehicle acceleration, vehicle roll angle, and rate of change of vehicle roll angle. The retractor 1230 can be activated by receiving a signal such as a 12-volt DC signal from the controller. The signal can be received at solenoid 1245. In response to receiving the signal, solenoid 1245 can activate the retractor (e.g., rotate spool 1232 and retract webbing 1224).

[0150] Figure 19 An example method 1900 is illustrated according to some aspects described herein. Example method 1900 could be used to unfold a vehicle's webbing, as shown above regarding Figures 12 to 1900. Figure 18 The method of webbing 1224 for vehicle 1200 is discussed. The vehicle may include a frame and a retractor. The webbing may include an upper webbing fixedly connected to the frame and a lower webbing fixedly connected to the retractor. In the example, aspects of method 1900 are described previously herein. Figure 1 and Figure 3 The device under discussion, such as controller 322, computing device 102 and / or server 102, performs the operation.

[0151] Method 1900 begins at operation 1902, in which a signal corresponding to a kinematic measurement of the vehicle is received. The signal may be received from the vehicle's controller and / or at a retractor (e.g., at the solenoid 1245 of the retractor 1230). The vehicle's kinematic measurements may include one or more of the following: vehicle acceleration, vehicle roll angle, and rate of change of vehicle roll angle. Those skilled in the art will recognize, at least based on the teachings provided herein, additional and / or alternative kinematic measurements that may be received from the vehicle.

[0152] At operation 1902, the retractor is activated in response to a received signal. The retractor can be compared with the previously described figures 12 to... Figure 18 The described retractor 1230 is identical or similar. For example, the retractor may include a housing and a spool disposed within the housing. The lower webbing can retract around the spool. The retractor may also include a torsion spring attached to the spool. The torsion spring can rotate the spool in response to the retractor being activated at operation 1902.

[0153] At operation 1906, the webbing is retracted via a retractor, thereby unwinding at least a portion of the webbing across the vehicle's frame. In some examples, the webbing responds to the retractor being activated (e.g., as...). Figure 12B (As shown) and substantially parallel to the door extension of the vehicle. Additionally or alternatively, in some examples, the webbing is substantially orthogonal to the door extension in response to the retractor being activated. For example, the webbing may be parallel to the front of the vehicle and in the seats (e.g., Figures 12A to 12B The front extension of the seat 1218, for example, to control the movement of the occupant's helmet in the forward and / or rearward directions.

[0154] Method 1900 may terminate at operation 1906. Alternatively, method 1900 may return to operation 1900, as in the example where webbing 1224 may be reset to its storage location. In some examples, after webbing 1224 has been deployed, the vehicle may need to be taken to an approved service provider so that webbing 1224 may be reset and / or replaced.

[0155] Figure 20Example methods according to some aspects described herein are illustrated. Example method 2000 can be a method for deploying one or more occupant holding devices. In some examples, aspects of method 2000 are derived from those previously described herein. Figure 1 and Figure 3 The device under discussion, such as controller 322, computing device 102 and / or server 102, performs the operation.

[0156] Method 2000 begins at operation 2002, in which a setting for kinematic tolerances of a vehicle (e.g., vehicle 200) is received. This setting may correspond to pitch tolerance, pitch rate of change tolerance, roll rate tolerance (e.g., angular velocity tolerance), acceleration tolerance, velocity tolerance, and / or another kinematic tolerance of the vehicle that can be recognized by those skilled in the art.

[0157] At operation 2004, an indication corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle is received. This indication can be received from one or more sensors of the vehicle, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, inertial measurement units (IMUs), suspension control modules, and / or another sensor used to measure and / or derive kinematic values ​​that are recognizable to those skilled in the art. The sensor receiving the indication can be a vehicle sensor, an accessory sensor (e.g., for a jacket, collar, wearable accessory, etc.), a motion device sensor, and / or another intermediate computing device recognizable to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the indication can correspond to the vehicle's pitch, rate of pitch change, roll rate (e.g., angular velocity), acceleration, velocity, angular acceleration, and / or another kinematic factor recognizable to those skilled in the art.

[0158] In some examples, indications corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle are stored. For example, indications may be stored to enable the execution of an analysis. In some examples, the analysis is performed based on the vehicle's kinematics and known vehicle events (e.g., vehicle events known to the person performing the analysis or the system). As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, the analysis can be used to update the settings of the vehicle's kinematic tolerances and / or other improvements used in the systems and / or methods disclosed herein.

[0159] At operation 2006, it is determined whether a kinematic tolerance has been exceeded (e.g., in the positive or negative direction, such as by increasing above or decreasing below the kinematic tolerance). For example, the instruction received at operation 2004 can be compared with the kinematic tolerance setting received at operation 2002 to determine whether a kinematic tolerance has been exceeded. In some examples, the kinematic tolerance may correspond to a single type of kinematic value (e.g., only roll rate, pitch, etc.). In some examples, the kinematic tolerance may correspond to multiple kinematic values ​​(e.g., a function of two or more types of kinematic values ​​weighted together). For example, the kinematic tolerance may correspond to a first weighted amount of roll rate values ​​and a second weighted amount of pitch values. Those skilled in the art will recognize additional and / or alternative combinations of kinematic values ​​based at least on the teachings provided herein.

[0160] In some examples, the vehicle's vertical acceleration may not be a factor in determining whether kinematic tolerances are exceeded, for example, because vertical acceleration may saturate during certain vehicle events (e.g., resulting in misleading values). In some examples, kinematic tolerances include acceleration thresholds in the vehicle's longitudinal and / or lateral directions, such as acceleration thresholds greater than 2G (i.e., twice the acceleration due to gravity). In some examples, the vehicle's yaw axis may not be a factor in determining whether kinematic tolerances are exceeded, for example, when monitoring roll or pitch angles. In some examples, pitch and / or roll rates exceeding 90 degrees / second exceed kinematic tolerances. For example, normal driving (not exceeding kinematic tolerances) can range from approximately 50 degrees / second to approximately 60 degrees / second on the vehicle's roll or pitch axes.

[0161] If it does not exceed the kinematic tolerance, such as Figure 20 If indicated by "No", method 2000 proceeds to operation 2008, where a default action is performed. For example, an instruction corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle may include a pre-configured action performed at operation 2008. Additionally or alternatively, the default action may include storing one or more settings, storing received instructions, etc. In some examples, method 2000 may include determining whether an instruction has an associated default action, such that in some instances, no action may be performed as a result of receiving the instruction. Method 2000 may terminate at operation 2008. Alternatively, method 2000 may return to operation 2002 to provide an iterative loop for receiving settings for kinematic tolerances of the vehicle, receiving instructions corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle, and determining whether kinematic tolerances have been exceeded.

[0162] However, if it is determined to exceed the kinematic tolerance, such as Figure 20If indicated by "Yes", then method 2000 proceeds to operation 2010. In some examples, multiple instances exceeding the kinematic tolerance (e.g., where kinematic data is accompanied by stored instances) can be tracked and / or stored by the mechanisms provided herein.

[0163] In operation 2010, one or more occupant retention devices are deployed. In some examples, one or more occupant retention devices include one or more airbags (e.g., Figure 3 and Figure 4 (Airbag 320). In some examples, one or more occupant retaining devices include one or more nets or webbing (e.g., Figures 12 to...). Figure 18 (Webbing 1224). In some examples, one or more occupant retention devices include one or more seat belts (e.g., Figures 8 to 9 (e.g., seat belts 800, 900, and 1000). When one or more occupant retaining devices include one or more seat belts, deployment of the occupant retaining device may include tensioning the seat belt. Typically, one or more occupant retaining devices may be configured or otherwise adjusted to retain occupants within the vehicle when the vehicle is subjected to kinematics exceeding certain thresholds or tolerances.

[0164] In some examples, the occupant holding device can deploy relatively quickly after the vehicle exceeds its kinematic tolerance. For example, the occupant holding device can deploy within approximately 200 milliseconds after exceeding the kinematic tolerance. Therefore, operations 2004, 2006, and 2010 can be performed concurrently within approximately 200 milliseconds. In some examples, operations 2004, 2006, and 2010 can be performed concurrently within a timeframe of less than approximately 200 milliseconds and greater than 0 milliseconds.

[0165] Method 2000 may terminate at operation 2010. Alternatively, method 2000 may return to operation 2002 (or any other operation from method 2000) to provide an iterative loop, such as to determine whether one or more occupant retainers should be deployed in response to more than one or more kinematic tolerances and then deploy one or more occupant retainers as appropriate.

[0166] Figure 21 The illustration shows a portion of an example vehicle 2100 including one or more indicators 2102. Vehicle 2100 may be similar to those previously described herein. Figure 2The vehicle 200 is described. The vehicle may also include an instrument panel 2104 and a steering wheel 2106. One or more indicators 2102 may be disposed on at least one of the instrument panel 2104 and / or the steering wheel 2106. The vehicle may also include one or more kinematic sensors 2108. One or more kinematic sensors 2108 may include a roll angle sensor, a speed sensor, an acceleration sensor, a roll angle rate of change sensor, a pitch angle sensor, a pitch angle rate of change sensor, a yaw angle sensor, a yaw angle rate of change sensor, or other types of kinematic sensors that may be recognized by one of ordinary skill in the art.

[0167] In some examples, vehicle 2100 includes a controller 2110 that communicates with one or more kinematic sensors (e.g., roll angle sensors). Controller 2110 may be similar to those previously described herein. Figure 1 The described computing device 102 and / or server 104. The controller 2110 may include a processor and a memory storing instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the controller to perform a set of operations. For example, this set of operations may include receiving signals from one or more kinematic sensors 2108 (e.g., one or more roll angle sensors) indicating the kinematic activity of the vehicle 2100 (e.g., indicating the roll angle of the vehicle), and adjusting one or more indicators 2102 based on those signals to provide notification corresponding to the roll angle.

[0168] In some examples, multiple signals may be received at different times from one or more kinematic sensors 2108, each signal corresponding to a specific kinematic activity of the vehicle 2100 (e.g., roll angle). For example, a first signal corresponding to a first kinematic value (e.g., a first roll angle) may be received from the kinematic sensor 2108, and a first notification corresponding to the first kinematic value may be provided. In some examples, a second signal corresponding to a second kinematic value of the vehicle 2100 (e.g., a second roll angle) (e.g., where the second kinematic value differs from the first kinematic value) may be received from the kinematic sensor 2108. One or more indicators 2102 may be adjusted to provide a second notification corresponding to the second kinematic value (e.g., where the second notification differs from the first notification) based on the second signal.

[0169] Furthermore, in some examples, a third signal corresponding to a third kinematic value (e.g., a third roll angle) of the vehicle 2100 can be received from the kinematic sensor 2108 (e.g., where the third kinematic value differs from the first and / or second kinematic values). One or more indicators 2102 can be adjusted to provide a third notification corresponding to the third kinematic value based on the third signal (e.g., where the third notification differs from the first and / or second notifications). Typically, any number of signals corresponding to any number of corresponding kinematic values ​​(e.g., roll angles) can be received to provide corresponding notifications of the kinematic values.

[0170] In some examples, one or more indicators 2102 are visual indicators and / or audio indicators. In some examples, one or more indicators 2102 include one or more lights, such as one or more light-emitting diodes (LEDs). In some examples, LEDs 2104 are located on the dashboard 2104 and / or steering wheel 2106. In some examples, the vehicle 2100 includes a display (not shown), such as a display for an infotainment system. One or more indicators 2102 may be generated by the display.

[0171] In some examples, the kinematic signals discussed herein can be mapped to certain notifications (e.g., the configuration of one or more indicators 2102) based on the driver's experience level of vehicle 2100. For example, if the driver of the vehicle has a first level of experience or a beginner level of experience, a relatively high kinematic threshold can be set, which affects what information the driver receives via one or more indicators 2102. In contrast, if the driver of the vehicle has a second level of experience or an advanced level of experience, a relatively low kinematic threshold can be set, which affects what information the driver receives via one or more indicators 2102.

[0172] Typically, one or more indicators 2102 provide information to the driver of vehicle 2100 to provide an improved experience. In addition, one or more indicators 2102 may help prevent and / or manage certain vehicle events (e.g., kinematic activity of vehicle 2100 above certain thresholds), such as by notifying the driver of an impending vehicle event, so that preventive measures can be taken when necessary.

[0173] Figure 22A The illustration shows a first configuration with one or more indicators 2102. In this first configuration, the vehicle 2100 has a zero-degree roll angle (e.g., flat driving). Therefore, Figure 22A One or more indicators 2102 correspond to a zero-degree roll angle.

[0174] Figure 22BA second configuration with one or more indicators 2102 is illustrated. In this second configuration, the vehicle 2100 has a roll angle that is larger than the roll angle corresponding to the first configuration. Therefore, Figure 22B One or more indicators 2102 correspond to the ratio with Figure 22A The first configuration corresponds to a larger roll angle.

[0175] Figure 22C A third configuration with one or more indicators 2102 is illustrated. In this third configuration, the vehicle 2100 has a roll angle that is larger than the roll angles corresponding to the first and second configurations. Therefore, Figure 22C One or more indicators 2102 correspond to the ratio with Figure 22A The first configuration corresponds to a larger roll angle and is greater than that of the first configuration. Figure 22B The second configuration corresponds to a larger roll angle.

[0176] Although Figures 22A to 22C The discussion specifically concerns roll angles, but it should be recognized that the aspects presented herein can be similarly applied to other types of kinematic variations, such as pitch angles, yaw angles, accelerations, or other types of kinematic variations that may be recognized by one of ordinary skill in the art.

[0177] Figure 23 An example vehicle 2300 is illustrated according to some aspects described herein. Vehicle 2300 may be similar to those previously described herein. Figure 2 The vehicle described 200 and / or the vehicle previously mentioned in this article Figures 12A to 13B The vehicle described is 1200.

[0178] Vehicle 2300 includes a frame 2302 and a plurality of ground engagement members 2304 coupled to the frame 2302. The frame 2302 may be similar to frame 202 and / or frame 1202 previously described herein. Vehicle 2300 also includes an image sensor 2350. The image sensor 2350 may be coupled to the frame 2302 and / or another component of vehicle 2300. Vehicle 2300 also includes one or more kinematic sensors (not shown).

[0179] Vehicle 2300 also includes a controller (e.g., Figure 1 (Computing device 102). The controller communicates with the image sensor 2350 and one or more kinematic sensors. For example, the controller may communicate wirelessly with the image sensor 2350 and one or more kinematic sensors. Additionally or alternatively, the controller may be wiredly connected to the image sensor 2350 and one or more kinematic sensors.

[0180] In some examples, image sensor 2350 is a camera, such as a still image camera or a video camera. In some examples, image sensor 2350 is a wide-angle camera. Image sensor 2350 may be positioned to receive image data corresponding to either the front or rear of vehicle 2300. For example, image sensor 2350 may be positioned to capture image data corresponding to an object at the front of vehicle 2300, such as when vehicle 2300 is moving. Additionally or alternatively, image sensor 2350 may be positioned to capture image data corresponding to an object at the rear of vehicle 2300, such as when vehicle 2300 is moving.

[0181] In some examples, frame 2302 defines a compartment that is sized and shaped to generally surround one or more occupants of vehicle 2300. In some examples, image sensor 2350 is positioned to receive image data corresponding to the compartment. Thus, image sensor 2350 may be positioned to capture video and / or images of the occupants of vehicle 2300 with their permission.

[0182] In some examples, the kinematic sensor includes one or more of the following: angular velocity sensor, angular acceleration sensor, acceleration sensor, velocity sensor, pitch angle sensor, and roll angle sensor. Those skilled in the art will recognize additional and / or alternative types of kinematic sensors that can be used to measure the kinematics of a vehicle, such as vehicle 2300.

[0183] Figure 24 The illustrations depict example methods based on some aspects described herein. Example method 2400 could be used to record information involving vehicles, such as those mentioned above regarding... Figure 23 The method describes the events of vehicle 2300. In the example, aspects of method 2400 are derived from the previous sections of this document. Figure 1 and Figure 3 The device under discussion, such as controller 322, computing device 102 and / or server 102, performs the operation.

[0184] Method 2400 begins at operation 2402, in which one or more signals are received from one or more kinematic sensors. In some examples, the kinematic sensors include one or more of the following: angular velocity sensors, angular acceleration sensors, acceleration sensors, velocity sensors, pitch angle sensors, and roll angle sensors. Those skilled in the art will recognize additional and / or alternative types of kinematic sensors that can be used to measure the kinematics of a vehicle, such as vehicle 2300. One or more signals may be received by the vehicle's controller.

[0185] At operation 2404, one or more signals are compared with kinematic thresholds. In some examples, the kinematic thresholds correspond to one or more of the following: the vehicle's angular velocity, angular acceleration, acceleration, velocity, pitch angle, and roll angle. Those skilled in the art will recognize additional and / or alternative types of kinematic thresholds.

[0186] At operation 2406, it is determined whether a kinematic threshold has been exceeded (e.g., in the positive or negative direction, such as by increasing above or decreasing below the kinematic threshold). At operation 2406, it can also be determined whether a vehicle event has occurred based on one or more signals. For example, if the kinematic threshold has been exceeded, it can be determined that a vehicle event has occurred. However, if the kinematic threshold has not been exceeded, it can be determined that a vehicle event has not occurred. In some examples, the kinematic threshold may correspond to a single type of kinematic threshold (e.g., acceleration only, velocity only, etc.). In some examples, the kinematic threshold may correspond to multiple kinematic values ​​(e.g., a function of two or more types of kinematic values ​​weighted together). For example, the kinematic threshold may correspond to a first weighted amount of acceleration values ​​and a second weighted amount of angular velocity values. Those skilled in the art will recognize additional and / or alternative combinations of kinematic values ​​based at least on the teachings provided herein.

[0187] If it does not exceed the kinematic threshold, such as Figure 24 If indicated by "No", method 2400 proceeds to operation 2408, where a default action is performed. For example, one or more signals may include pre-configured actions to be performed at operation 2408. Additionally or alternatively, the default action may include storing one or more signals and / or their indications. In some examples, method 2400 may include determining whether one or more signals and / or kinematic thresholds have associated default actions, such that in some cases, no action may be performed as a result of comparing one or more signals with the kinematic thresholds. Method 2400 may terminate at operation 2408. Alternatively, method 2400 may return to operation 2402 to provide an iterative loop of receiving one or more signals from one or more kinematic sensors, comparing one or more signals (or derivatives thereof) with kinematic thresholds, and (e.g., by determining whether a kinematic threshold has been exceeded) determining whether a vehicle event has occurred.

[0188] However, if it is determined to exceed the kinematic tolerance, such as Figure 24If indicated by "Yes", method 2400 proceeds to operation 2410. At operation 2410, the image sensor (e.g., image sensor 2350) is enabled. Enabling may include turning on the image sensor or activating certain functions of the image sensor (e.g., capture function, recording function, etc.). The image sensor may be a camera, such as a camera that captures still images and / or video. In some examples, the image sensor is a wide-angle camera.

[0189] In some examples, in response to enabling the image sensor, video is recorded via the image sensor at operation 2412. For example, when a vehicle event occurs (e.g., the vehicle experiences a kinematic event exceeding a given threshold), the front of the vehicle, the rear of the vehicle, and / or the passenger compartment can be recorded. Some advantages of such recording may include the ability of vehicle occupants to recall their experience in the vehicle, such as when a vehicle event occurred.

[0190] In some examples, at operation 2414, the recorded video is transmitted. For example, the recorded video may be stored locally on the vehicle and then transmitted to a server and / or computing device (e.g., server 104 and / or computing device 102) remote from the vehicle. In some examples, the recorded video may be transmitted for access by one of the occupants of the vehicle and / or by a person granted permission to access the recorded video by one of the occupants of the vehicle. Additionally or alternatively, in some examples, the recorded video may be stored (e.g., stored locally in one or more memories within the vehicle and / or remotely in one or more memories).

[0191] Method 2400 may terminate at operation 2410, 2412, or 2414. Alternatively, method 2400 may return to operation 2402 (or any other operation from method 2400) to provide an iterative loop, such as to determine that a vehicle event has occurred (e.g., by determining that a kinematic threshold of the vehicle has been exceeded) and to enable the vehicle's image sensors.

[0192] Figure 25The illustration shows a simplified block diagram of an apparatus from which various aspects of this disclosure can be practiced. For example, the apparatus may be a mobile computing device. One or more embodiments of this description may be implemented in operating environment 2500. This is merely one example of a suitable operating environment and is not intended to imply any limitation on the scope of use or functionality. Other known computing systems, environments, and / or configurations that may be suitable for use include, but are not limited to, personal computers, server computers, handheld or laptop devices, multiprocessor systems, microprocessor-based systems, programmable consumer electronics devices such as smartphones, network PCs, minicomputers, mainframe computers, distributed computing environments including any of the aforementioned systems or devices, etc.

[0193] In its most basic configuration, the operating environment 2500 typically includes at least one processing unit 2502 and a memory 2504. Depending on the exact configuration and type of the computing device, the memory 2504 (e.g., instructions for one or more aspects of the methods / processes disclosed herein) can be volatile (e.g., RAM), non-volatile (e.g., ROM, flash memory, etc.), or some combination of both. This most basic configuration in... Figure 25 The image is shown by dashed line 2506. Furthermore, the operating environment 2500 may also include storage devices (removable storage 2508 and / or non-removable storage 2510), including but not limited to disks, optical discs, or magnetic tapes. Similarly, the operating environment 2500 may also have input devices 2514, such as remote controls, keyboards, mice, pens, voice input, vehicle sensors, etc., and / or output devices 2512, such as displays, speakers, printers, motors, etc. The environment may also include one or more communication connections 2516, such as LANs, WANs, near-field communication networks, cellular broadband networks, point-to-point connections, etc.

[0194] Operating environment 2500 typically includes at least some form of computer-readable medium. Computer-readable medium can be any available medium accessible by at least one processing unit 2502 or other means including the operating environment. By way of example and not limitation, computer-readable medium can include computer storage media and communication media. Computer storage media includes volatile and non-volatile, removable and non-removable media implemented in any method or technology for storing information such as computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data. Computer storage media includes RAM, ROM, EEPROM, flash memory or other memory technologies, CD-ROM, digital versatile disc (DVD) or other optical storage, cassette tape, magnetic tape, disk storage or other magnetic storage devices, or any other tangible non-transitory medium that can be used to store desired information. Computer storage media does not include communication media. Computer storage media does not include carrier waves or other propagated or modulated data signals.

[0195] Communication media include modulated data signals, computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data in the form of carrier waves or other transmission mechanisms, and include any information transmission medium. The term "modulated data signal" means a signal in which one or more of its characteristics are set or altered in a manner that encodes information in the signal. By way of example and not limitation, communication media include wired media such as wired networks or direct wired connections, and wireless media such as acoustic, RF, infrared, and other wireless media.

[0196] Operating environment 2500 can be a single computer operating in a networked environment using a logical connection to one or more remote computers. The remote computers can be personal computers, servers, routers, network PCs, peer-to-peer devices, or other public network nodes, and typically include many or all of the elements described above, as well as other elements not mentioned. Logical connections can include any method supported by available communication media. Such networked environments are common in offices, enterprise-wide computer networks, intranets, and the Internet.

[0197] For example, aspects of this disclosure have been described above with reference to block diagrams and / or operating instructions of methods, systems, and computer program products according to various aspects of this disclosure. The functions / actions marked in the boxes may not occur in the order shown in any flowchart. For example, two boxes shown consecutively may actually be executed substantially simultaneously, or the boxes may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions / actions involved.

[0198] The following clauses illustrate the example topics described in this article.

[0199] Clause 1. A seat for a vehicle, wherein the seat includes: a backrest; a headrest; and one or more airbags, the airbags being stored in at least one of the backrest or the headrest, wherein the one or more airbags include: one or more arm wings, the arm wings being sized and shaped to wrap around at least a portion of one or more arms of an occupant of the seat when deployed.

[0200] Clause 2. A seat as described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the one or more arm guards are generally conical when deployed.

[0201] Clause 3. A seat according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the backrest and the headrest comprise respective frames, and wherein the one or more airbags are stored within at least one of the frames of the backrest or the headrest.

[0202] Clause 4. The seat described in any of the clauses herein further includes: a helmet airbag, the helmet airbag being sized and shaped to enclose the head of the occupant of the seat when deployed.

[0203] Clause 5. A seat as described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the helmet airbag is generally spherical when deployed.

[0204] Clause 6. A method for deploying one or more airbags according to any of the clauses herein, the method comprising: receiving a setting for a kinematic tolerance of the vehicle; receiving an instruction corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle; comparing the instruction with the kinematic tolerance; and deploying the one or more airbags in response to determining that the kinematic tolerance is exceeded.

[0205] Clause 7. The method according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the kinematic tolerance includes an acceleration tolerance, and wherein the one or more kinematics include acceleration.

[0206] Clause 8. The method according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the kinematic tolerance includes an angular velocity tolerance, and wherein the one or more kinematics include angular velocity.

[0207] Clause 9. A vehicle comprising: an operator compartment having a footwell; an accelerator pedal assembly coupled to the footwell, the accelerator pedal assembly including: a pedal pad; an instrument section; and a pedal arm extending between the pedal pad and the instrument section, wherein the instrument section includes a leaf spring and one or more strain gauges disposed on the leaf spring.

[0208] Clause 10. A vehicle as described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the instrument section is encased in an elastomeric material.

[0209] Clause 11. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the elastomeric material comprises at least one of silicone resin or epoxy resin.

[0210] Clause 12. A vehicle described under any of the clauses herein, wherein the leaf spring comprises steel.

[0211] Clause 13. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the vehicle includes a controller, and wherein the one or more strain gauges communicate with the controller.

[0212] Clause 14. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the one or more strain gauges are in wired communication with the controller.

[0213] Clause 15. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the one or more strain gauges are wirelessly connected to the controller.

[0214] Clause 16. A method of controlling a vehicle throttle using a pedal assembly according to any of the clauses herein, the method comprising: receiving from one or more strain gauges a signal corresponding to deflection of the pedal arm; calculating a desired amount of throttle for the vehicle based on the signal; and throttling the vehicle by the desired amount.

[0215] Clause 17. A vehicle comprising: a seatbelt harness, the seatbelt harness including: a first harness side including an upper strip, a lower strip, and a connector; and a second harness side including an upper strip, a lower strip, and a connector, the connector of the second harness side being configured to engage with the connector of the first harness side to secure the seatbelt harness, wherein at least one of the upper strips includes an armrest strip coupled to the upper strip.

[0216] Clause 18. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the upper strip on the first belt side and the upper strip on the second belt side each include an armrest strip connected to the upper strip.

[0217] Clause 19. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the armrest strip is stitched to at least one of the upper strips.

[0218] Clause 20. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the armrest strip, together with at least one of the upper strips, defines a passage, and wherein the passage is sized and shaped to receive the hand of a user of the seatbelt strap.

[0219] Clause 21. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein at least one of the upper strips includes a reinforcing member at the location where the armrest strip is joined to the upper strip.

[0220] Clause 22. A vehicle as described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the armrest strip extends from the top of at least one of the upper strips or from the side of at least one of the upper strips.

[0221] Clause 23. A vehicle comprising: a seatbelt harness, the seatbelt harness including: a first harness side including an upper strap, a lower strap, and a connector; and a second harness side including an upper strap, a lower strap, and a connector, the connector of the second harness side being configured to engage with the connector of the first harness side to secure the seatbelt harness, and wherein at least one of the upper straps includes a latch mount, the latch mount being connected to the at least one of the upper straps via a tether extending between the latch mount and the at least one of the upper straps.

[0222] Clause 24. A vehicle described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the latch mount is a magnetic mechanical latch mount.

[0223] Clause 25. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the latch mount is sized and shaped to receive a corresponding latch attachment suitable for a wristband worn by an occupant of the vehicle.

[0224] Clause 26. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the latch mount is configured to lock the latch attachment to the latch mount when the latch attachment is pressed against the latch mount.

[0225] Clause 27. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the latch mount is configured to unlock the latch attachment from the latch mount when the latch attachment is pressed against the latch mount again.

[0226] Clause 28. A vehicle as described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the wristband includes a key for the vehicle.

[0227] Clause 29. A vehicle as described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the wristband includes a watch.

[0228] Clause 30. A vehicle comprising: a seatbelt strap including: a first strap side including an upper strip, a lower strip, and a connector; and a second strap side including an upper strip, a lower strip, and a connector, the connector of the second strap side being configured to engage with the connector of the first strap side to secure the seatbelt strap; and a shoulder strip coupled to at least one of the upper strips.

[0229] Clause 31. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the shoulder strip extends at an acute angle from at least one of the upper strips relative to the at least one of the upper strips.

[0230] Clause 32. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the vehicle further includes a frame, and wherein the shoulder strap is further connected to the frame.

[0231] Clause 33. A vehicle as described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the vehicle further includes a seat, and wherein the shoulder strap is also connected to the seat.

[0232] Clause 34. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein a web extends between at least one of the shoulder strip and the upper strip.

[0233] Clause 35. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the shoulder strip is sewn to at least one of the upper stripes.

[0234] Clause 36. A vehicle comprising: a plurality of ground engagement members; a frame connected to the plurality of ground engagement members; a rotating arm connected above the plurality of ground engagement members to the frame; and a net attached to an underside of the rotating arm.

[0235] Clause 37. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the frame comprises an upper frame and a lower frame, and wherein the rotating arm is coupled to the upper frame.

[0236] Clause 38. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the rotating arm includes a first end and a second end opposite to each other in a laterally directed manner, and wherein the first end of the rotating arm is coupled to the frame at a pivot mount.

[0237] Clause 39. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the vehicle further includes a seat, the seat including a seat back and a seat bottom, and wherein: the front portion of the seat bottom defines a vertical plane, the top portion of the seat bottom defines a horizontal plane, and the pivot mount is disposed above the horizontal plane and behind the vertical plane.

[0238] Clause 40. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the second end of the rotating arm includes a striking pin, and wherein the second end is rotatable between a first position and a second position.

[0239] Clause 41. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the first position is a raised position, and wherein, in the raised position, the ram engages with a latch coupled to the frame, thereby raising the net across at least a portion of the frame.

[0240] Clause 42. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the vehicle further includes a sensor programmed to detect whether the rotating arm is in the first position or the second position.

[0241] Clause 43. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the vehicle further includes a controller in communication with the sensor, and wherein the controller is programmed to adjust one or more settings of the vehicle based on the detection of the sensor.

[0242] Clause 44. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the second position is a lowered position, wherein the frame includes a brake, and wherein, in the lowered position, the ram engages the brake, thereby securing the net in the lowered position.

[0243] Clause 45. A vehicle described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the brake comprises at least one of a magnet or a door retainer.

[0244] Clause 46. A vehicle comprising: a plurality of ground engagement members; a frame coupled to the plurality of ground engagement members; a webbing coupled to the frame; and a retractor for the webbing, the retractor being coupled to the frame, the retractor comprising: a housing; and a spool for the webbing, the spool being disposed within the housing.

[0245] Clause 47. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the webbing comprises an upper webbing rigidly fixed to the frame and a lower webbing fixedly connected to the retractor.

[0246] Clause 48. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the lower webbing is coupled to the frame via one or more connectors when in the storage position, and wherein the retractor is configured to disconnect the one or more connectors when activated, thereby causing the webbing to extend across at least a portion of the frame to the unfolded position.

[0247] Clause 49. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the retractor further includes a torsion spring attached to the spool, and wherein the torsion spring rotates the spool in response to the retractor being activated.

[0248] Clause 50. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the vehicle further includes a door, and wherein the webbing extends substantially parallel to the door in response to the retractor being activated.

[0249] Clause 51. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the vehicle further includes a door, and wherein the webbing extends substantially orthogonally to the door in response to the retractor being activated.

[0250] Clause 52. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the vehicle further includes a controller in communication with the retractor, and wherein the retractor is enabled in response to one or more calculations by the controller, the one or more calculations being based on one or more of the following selected from the group consisting of: the acceleration of the vehicle, the roll angle of the vehicle, and the rate of change of the roll angle of the vehicle.

[0251] Clause 53. A method of deploying a webbing of a vehicle, the vehicle including a frame and a retractor, and the webbing including an upper webbing fixedly coupled to the frame and a lower webbing fixedly coupled to the retractor, the method comprising: receiving a signal corresponding to a kinematic measurement of the vehicle; activating the retractor in response to receiving the signal; and retracting the lower webbing of the webbing via the retractor, thereby extending the webbing across at least a portion of the frame of the vehicle.

[0252] Clause 54. The method according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the retractor includes a housing and a spool disposed within the housing, and the lower webbing retracts around the spool.

[0253] Clause 55. The method according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the retractor includes a torsion spring attached to the spool, wherein the torsion spring rotates the spool in response to activation of the retractor.

[0254] Clause 56. The method according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the signal is received from the controller of the vehicle, and wherein the kinematic measurement is selected from one or more of the following: the acceleration of the vehicle, the roll angle of the vehicle, and the rate of change of the roll angle of the vehicle.

[0255] Clause 57. A vehicle comprising: a frame; a plurality of ground engagement members coupled to the frame; one or more roll angle sensors; one or more indicators; and a controller communicating with the one or more roll angle sensors, the controller including a processor and a memory storing instructions, the instructions, when executed by the processor, causing the controller to perform a set of operations, the set of operations including: receiving from the one or more roll angle sensors a signal indicating a roll angle of the vehicle; and adjusting the one or more indicators based on the signal to provide a notification corresponding to the roll angle.

[0256] Clause 58. A vehicle described under any of the clauses herein, wherein the one or more indicators are light-emitting diodes (LEDs).

[0257] Clause 59. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the vehicle further includes at least one of an instrument panel and a steering wheel, and wherein the LED is disposed on at least one or more of the instrument panel and the steering wheel.

[0258] Clause 60. A vehicle as described in any of these clauses, wherein the vehicle includes a display, and wherein the one or more indicators are generated by the display.

[0259] Clause 61. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the signal is a first signal, the roll angle is a first roll angle, and the notification is a first notification, and wherein the set of operations further comprises: receiving from the one or more roll angle sensors a second signal indicating a second roll angle of the vehicle, the second roll angle being different from the first roll angle; and adjusting the one or more indicators based on the second signal to provide a second notification corresponding to the second roll angle, the second notification being different from the first notification.

[0260] Clause 62. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the set of operations further comprises: receiving from the one or more roll angle sensors a third signal indicating a third roll angle of the vehicle, the third roll angle being different from the first roll angle and the second roll angle; and adjusting the one or more indicators based on the third signal to provide a third notification corresponding to the third roll angle, the third notification being different from the first notification and the second notification.

[0261] Clause 63. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the set of operations further comprises: comparing the signal with one or more predetermined thresholds for the roll angle of the vehicle before adjusting the one or more indicators, and adjusting the one or more indicators based on the comparison to provide a notification corresponding to the roll angle.

[0262] Clause 64. A vehicle comprising: a frame; a plurality of ground engagement members coupled to the frame; an image sensor; one or more kinematic sensors; and a controller communicating with the image sensor and the one or more kinematic sensors, the controller including a processor and a memory storing instructions, the instructions, when executed by the processor, causing the controller to perform a set of operations, the set of operations including: receiving one or more signals from the one or more kinematic sensors; determining, based on the one or more signals, that a vehicle event has occurred; and activating the image sensor.

[0263] Clause 65. A vehicle as described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the image sensor is a wide-angle camera.

[0264] Clause 66. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the image sensor is positioned to receive image data corresponding to either the front or the rear of the vehicle.

[0265] Clause 67. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the frame defines a compartment of a fixed size and shape to accommodate one or more occupants of the vehicle, and wherein the image sensor is positioned to receive image data corresponding to the compartment.

[0266] Clause 68. A vehicle as described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the determination includes comparing the one or more signals with a kinematic threshold.

[0267] Clause 69. A vehicle described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the kinematic sensors comprise one or more of the following: angular velocity sensors, angular acceleration sensors, acceleration sensors, velocity sensors, pitch angle sensors, and roll angle sensors.

[0268] Clause 70. A vehicle described under any of the clauses herein, wherein the kinematic threshold corresponds to one or more of the following: angular velocity, angular acceleration, acceleration, velocity, pitch angle, and roll angle of the vehicle.

[0269] Clause 71. A vehicle according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the set of operations further includes: recording video via the image sensor in response to enabling the image sensor.

[0270] Clause 72. A vehicle as described in any of the clauses herein, wherein the set of operations further includes: transmitting video.

[0271] Clause 73. A method of deploying one or more occupant retention devices, the method comprising: receiving a setting for a kinematic tolerance of a vehicle; receiving an instruction corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle; comparing the instruction with the kinematic tolerance; and deploying the one or more occupant retention devices in response to determining that the kinematic tolerance is exceeded.

[0272] Clause 74. The method according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the one or more occupant retaining devices comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of: airbags, webbing, and seat belts.

[0273] Clause 75. The method according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the kinematic tolerance includes a roll angle tolerance, and wherein the one or more kinematics include roll angle values.

[0274] Clause 76. The method according to any of the clauses herein, wherein the kinematic tolerance includes a pitch angle tolerance, and wherein the one or more kinematics include pitch angle values.

[0275] The descriptions and illustrations of one or more aspects provided in this application are not intended to limit or constrain the scope of the claimed disclosure in any way. The aspects, examples, and details provided in this application are considered sufficient to transfer ownership and enable others to make and use the claimed aspects of this disclosure. The claimed disclosure should not be construed as limited to any aspect, example, or detail provided in this application. Various features (both structural and methodological features) are intended to be selectively included or omitted, whether shown and described in combination or separately, to produce embodiments having a particular set of features. Having provided the descriptions and illustrations of this application, those skilled in the art can conceive of variations, modifications, and alternatives falling within the spirit of the broader aspects of the overall inventive concept embodied in this application, without departing from the broader scope of the claimed disclosure.

Claims

1. A seat for a vehicle, wherein, The seat includes: Backrest; Headrest; and One or more airbags, said one or more airbags being stored in at least one of the backrest or the headrest, wherein said one or more airbags comprise: One or more arm guards, the one or more arm guards being sized and shaped to wrap around at least a portion of one or more arms of the occupant of the seat when deployed.

2. The seat according to claim 1, wherein, The one or more arm wings are generally conical when deployed.

3. The seat according to claim 1, wherein, The backrest and the headrest include corresponding frames, and wherein the one or more airbags are stored within at least one of the frames of the backrest or the headrest.

4. The seat according to claim 1, further comprising: A helmet airbag, the helmet airbag being sized and shaped to enclose the head of the occupant of the seat when deployed.

5. The seat according to claim 4, wherein, The helmet airbag is approximately spherical when deployed.

6. A method for deploying one or more airbags according to claim 1, the method comprising: Receive the setting of the kinematic tolerances for the vehicle; Receive instructions corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle; Compare the indication with the kinematic tolerance; as well as The one or more airbags are deployed in response to a determination that exceeds the kinematic tolerance.

7. The method according to claim 6, wherein, The kinematic tolerances include acceleration tolerances, and wherein one or more kinematic parameters include acceleration.

8. The method according to claim 6, wherein, The kinematic tolerances include angular velocity tolerances, and wherein one or more kinematic parameters include angular velocities.

9. A vehicle comprising: An operator compartment, the operator compartment having a footwell; Accelerator pedal assembly, the accelerator pedal assembly being connected to the footwell, the accelerator pedal assembly comprising: pedal mat; Instrument section; and A pedal arm that extends between the pedal pad and the instrument section. The instrument section includes a leaf spring and one or more strain gauges mounted on the leaf spring.

10. The vehicle according to claim 9, wherein, The instrument section is encased in an elastomer material.

11. The vehicle according to claim 10, wherein, The elastomer material includes at least one of silicone resin or epoxy resin.

12. The vehicle according to claim 10, wherein, The leaf spring comprises steel.

13. The vehicle according to claim 9, wherein, The vehicle includes a controller, and the one or more strain gauges communicate with the controller.

14. The vehicle according to claim 13, wherein, The one or more strain gauges communicate with the controller via wired connections.

15. The vehicle according to claim 13, wherein, The one or more strain gauges communicate wirelessly with the controller.

16. A method for controlling a vehicle throttle using the pedal assembly according to claim 13, the method comprising: Receive signals corresponding to the deflection of the pedal arm from one or more strain gauges; The desired throttle position for the vehicle is calculated based on the signal; as well as The vehicle is throttled by the desired amount.

17. A vehicle comprising: Seat belt harness, the seat belt harness comprising: The first strap side includes an upper strap, a lower strap, and a connector; and The second strap side includes an upper strap, a lower strap, and a connector, wherein the connector on the second strap side is configured to engage with the connector on the first strap side to secure the seatbelt strap. Wherein, at least one of the upper strips includes a handrail strip connected to the upper strip.

18. The vehicle according to claim 17, wherein, The upper strip on the first strap side and the upper strip on the second strap side each include a handrail strip connected to the upper strip.

19. The vehicle according to claim 17, wherein, The handrail strip is stitched to at least one of the upper strips.

20. The vehicle according to claim 17, wherein, The handrail strip and at least one of the upper strip define a passage, wherein the passage is sized and shaped to receive the hand of a user of the seatbelt strap.

21. The vehicle according to claim 17, wherein, At least one of the upper strips includes a reinforcing member at the location where the handrail strip connects to the upper strip.

22. The vehicle according to claim 17, wherein, The handrail strip extends from the top of at least one of the upper strips or from the side of at least one of the upper strips.

23. A vehicle comprising: Seat belt harness, the seat belt harness comprising: The first strap side includes an upper strap, a lower strap, and a connector; and On the second strap side, the second strap side includes an upper strap, a lower strap, and a connector, wherein the connector on the second strap side is configured to engage with the connector on the first strap side to secure the seatbelt strap. Wherein, at least one of the upper strips includes a latch mount, the latch mount being connected to the at least one of the upper strips via a tether extending between the latch mount and the at least one of the upper strips.

24. The vehicle according to claim 23, wherein, The latch mounting component is a magnetic mechanical latch mounting component.

25. The vehicle according to claim 24, wherein, The latch mount is sized and shaped to receive a corresponding latch attachment suitable for a wristband worn by the occupants of the vehicle.

26. The vehicle according to claim 25, wherein, The latch mount is configured to lock the latch attachment to the latch mount when the latch attachment is pressed against the latch mount.

27. The vehicle according to claim 26, wherein, The latch mount is configured to unlock the latch attachment from the latch mount when the latch attachment is pressed against the latch mount again.

28. The vehicle according to claim 25, wherein, The wristband includes a key for the vehicle.

29. The vehicle according to claim 25, wherein, The wristband includes a watch.

30. A vehicle comprising: Seat belt harness, the seat belt harness comprising: The first strap side includes an upper strap, a lower strap, and a connector; and On the second strap side, the second strap side includes an upper strap, a lower strap, and a connector, wherein the connector on the second strap side is configured to engage with the connector on the first strap side to secure the seatbelt strap. A shoulder strip, which is connected to at least one of the upper stripes.

31. The vehicle according to claim 30, wherein, The shoulder strip extends at an acute angle from at least one of the upper strips relative to the at least one of the upper strips.

32. The vehicle according to claim 30, wherein, The vehicle also includes a frame, and the shoulder strap is further connected to the frame.

33. The vehicle according to claim 30, wherein, The vehicle also includes a seat, and the shoulder strap is further connected to the seat.

34. The vehicle according to claim 30, wherein, A web extends between at least one of the shoulder strip and the upper strip.

35. The vehicle according to claim 30, wherein, The shoulder strip is sewn onto at least one of the upper stripes.

36. A vehicle comprising: Multiple ground-mounted components; A frame, the frame being connected to the plurality of ground engagement members; A rotating arm, which is connected to the frame above the plurality of ground engagement members; as well as A net is attached to the lower side of the rotating arm.

37. The vehicle according to claim 36, wherein, The frame includes an upper frame and a lower frame, wherein the rotating arm is connected to the upper frame.

38. The vehicle according to claim 37, wherein, The rotating arm includes a first end and a second end that are laterally opposite to each other, wherein the first end of the rotating arm is connected to the frame at a pivot mount.

39. The vehicle according to claim 38, wherein, The vehicle also includes a seat, the seat comprising a seat back and a seat base, wherein: The front portion of the seat bottom defines a vertical plane. The top of the seat base defines a horizontal plane, and The pivot mount is positioned above the horizontal plane and behind the vertical plane.

40. The vehicle according to claim 38, wherein, The second end of the rotating arm includes a striking pin, and wherein the second end is rotatable between a first position and a second position.

41. The vehicle according to claim 40, wherein, The first position is a raised position, and in the raised position, the striker engages with a latch connected to the frame, thereby raising the net across at least a portion of the frame.

42. The vehicle according to claim 40, wherein, The vehicle also includes sensors programmed to detect whether the rotating arm is in the first position or the second position.

43. The vehicle according to claim 42, wherein, The vehicle also includes a controller that communicates with the sensor, and wherein the controller is programmed to adjust one or more settings of the vehicle based on the detection of the sensor.

44. The vehicle according to claim 40, wherein, The second position is a lowered position, wherein the frame includes a brake, and wherein, in the lowered position, the striker engages the brake, thereby securing the net in the lowered position.

45. The vehicle according to claim 44, wherein, The brake includes at least one of a magnet or a door retainer.

46. ​​A vehicle comprising: Multiple ground-mounted components; A frame, the frame being connected to the plurality of ground engagement members; Webbing, the webbing being attached to the frame; as well as A retractor for the webbing, the retractor being coupled to the frame, the retractor comprising: case; as well as A spool for use with the webbing, the spool being disposed within the housing.

47. The vehicle according to claim 46, wherein, The webbing includes an upper webbing rigidly fixed to the frame and a lower webbing fixedly connected to the retractor.

48. The vehicle according to claim 47, wherein, The lower webbing is connected to the frame via one or more connectors when in the storage position, and wherein the retractor is configured to disconnect the one or more connectors when activated, thereby allowing the webbing to extend across at least a portion of the frame to the unfolded position.

49. The vehicle according to claim 46, wherein, The retractor also includes a torsion spring attached to the spool, wherein the torsion spring rotates the spool in response to the retractor being activated.

50. The vehicle according to claim 46, wherein, The vehicle also includes a door, and wherein the webbing extends substantially parallel to the door in response to the retractor being activated.

51. The vehicle according to claim 46, wherein, The vehicle also includes a door, and wherein the webbing extends substantially orthogonally to the door in response to the retractor being activated.

52. The vehicle according to claim 46, wherein, The vehicle also includes a controller in communication with the retractor, wherein the retractor is enabled in response to one or more calculations by the controller, the one or more calculations being based on one or more of the following: the vehicle's acceleration, the vehicle's roll angle, and the vehicle's roll angle change rate.

53. A method of deploying a webbing of a vehicle, the vehicle comprising a frame and a retractor, and the webbing comprising an upper webbing fixedly coupled to the frame and a lower webbing fixedly coupled to the retractor, the method comprising: Receive signals corresponding to the kinematic measurements of the vehicle; The retractor is activated in response to receiving the signal; as well as The lower webbing of the webbing is retracted via the retractor, thereby extending the webbing across at least a portion of the frame of the vehicle.

54. The method according to claim 53, wherein, The retractor includes a housing and a spool disposed within the housing, the lower webbing retracting around the spool.

55. The method according to claim 53, wherein, The retractor includes a torsion spring attached to the spool, wherein the torsion spring rotates the spool in response to activation of the retractor.

56. The method according to claim 53, wherein, The signal is received from the vehicle's controller, and the kinematic measurement is selected from one or more of the following: the vehicle's acceleration, the vehicle's roll angle, and the rate of change of the vehicle's roll angle.

57. A vehicle comprising: frame; Multiple ground-mounting components are connected to the frame; One or more tilt angle sensors; One or more indicators; as well as A controller, communicating with the one or more tilt angle sensors, includes a processor and a memory storing instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the controller to perform a set of operations, the set of operations including: Receive signals indicating the roll angle of the vehicle from one or more roll angle sensors; as well as Based on the signal, one or more indicators are adjusted to provide a notification corresponding to the roll angle.

58. The vehicle according to claim 57, wherein, The one or more indicators are light-emitting diodes (LEDs).

59. The vehicle according to claim 58, wherein, The vehicle also includes at least one of a dashboard and a steering wheel, wherein the light-emitting diode is disposed on at least one or more of the dashboard and the steering wheel.

60. The vehicle according to claim 57, wherein, The vehicle includes a display, and wherein the one or more indicators are generated by the display.

61. The vehicle according to claim 57, wherein, The signal is a first signal, the roll angle is a first roll angle, and the notification is a first notification, wherein the set of operations further includes: Receive a second signal indicating a second roll angle of the vehicle from one or more roll angle sensors, the second roll angle being different from the first roll angle; and Based on the second signal, the one or more indicators are adjusted to provide a second notification corresponding to the second roll angle, the second notification being different from the first notification.

62. The vehicle according to claim 61, wherein, The set of operations also includes: Receive a third signal indicating a third roll angle of the vehicle from the one or more roll angle sensors, the third roll angle being different from the first roll angle and the second roll angle; and Based on the third signal, the one or more indicators are adjusted to provide a third notification corresponding to the third roll angle, the third notification being different from the first and second notifications.

63. The vehicle according to claim 57, wherein, The set of operations further includes: comparing the signal with one or more predetermined thresholds for the roll angle of the vehicle before adjusting the one or more indicators, and adjusting the one or more indicators based on the comparison to provide a notification corresponding to the roll angle.

64. A vehicle comprising: frame; Multiple ground-mounting components are connected to the frame; Image sensor; One or more kinematic sensors; as well as A controller, communicating with the image sensor and one or more kinematic sensors, includes a processor and a memory storing instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the controller to perform a set of operations, the set of operations including: Receive one or more signals from the one or more kinematic sensors; Based on one or more of the signals, it is determined that a vehicle event has occurred; and Enable the image sensor.

65. The vehicle according to claim 64, wherein, The image sensor is a wide-angle camera.

66. The vehicle according to claim 65, wherein, The image sensor is positioned to receive image data corresponding to either the front or the rear of the vehicle.

67. The vehicle according to claim 64, wherein, The frame defines a compartment of a fixed size and shape to accommodate one or more occupants of the vehicle, wherein the image sensor is positioned to receive image data corresponding to the compartment.

68. The vehicle according to claim 64, wherein, The determination includes comparing the one or more signals with a kinematic threshold.

69. The vehicle according to claim 68, wherein, The kinematic sensors include one or more of the following: angular velocity sensors, angular acceleration sensors, acceleration sensors, velocity sensors, pitch angle sensors, and roll angle sensors.

70. The vehicle according to claim 69, wherein, The kinematic thresholds correspond to one or more of the following: the vehicle's angular velocity, angular acceleration, acceleration, velocity, pitch angle, and roll angle.

71. The vehicle according to claim 71, wherein, The set of operations also includes: Video is recorded via the image sensor in response to enabling the image sensor.

72. The vehicle according to claim 71, wherein, The set of operations also includes: Transmit video.

73. A method of deploying one or more occupant retention devices, the method comprising: Receive settings for the kinematic tolerances of the vehicle; Receive instructions corresponding to one or more kinematics of the vehicle; Compare the indication with the kinematic tolerance; as well as The one or more occupant holding devices are deployed in response to determining that the kinematic tolerance has been exceeded.

74. The method according to claim 73, wherein, The one or more occupant retention devices include at least one selected from the group consisting of: airbags, webbing, and seat belts.

75. The method according to claim 74, wherein, The kinematic tolerances include roll angle tolerances, and wherein one or more kinematic tolerances include roll angle values.

76. The method according to claim 74, wherein, The kinematic tolerances include pitch angle tolerances, and wherein one or more kinematics include pitch angle values.

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