Visualization device for a helmet

WO2025184682A8PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2025-10-02KTM AG
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Application Number
PCT/AT2025/060098
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-03-07
Filing Date
2025-03-05
Publication Date
2025-10-02

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Technical Problem

Existing visualization devices on helmets and vehicles restrict the operator's field of vision and require significant focus adjustment, making it difficult to read information during high-vibration conditions, especially in off-road applications, and increase the risk of accidents due to reduced perception of surroundings.

Method used

A visualization device is positioned on a helmet extension, such as a visor, allowing optical information to be displayed at a distance from the operator's eyes, minimizing focus adjustment and relative movement, and enabling quick, clear information access without obstructing the view of the surroundings.

Benefits of technology

The solution enhances the readability of information during vehicle operation by reducing the need for focus adjustment and minimizing the obstruction of the operator's field of vision, improving safety and reaction time, especially in off-road conditions.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a visualization device for a helmet (2) for use in vehicles (3), in particular single-track vehicles, comprising at least one display device (4) which is designed to output optical information (6) that can be perceived by an operator (5) of the vehicle (3), wherein the visualization device (1) is arranged in a field of view of the operator (5) of the vehicle (3) on a helmet extension (7), preferably a shield (8) of the helmet (2).
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Description

[0001] Visualization device for a helmet

[0002] The present invention relates to a visualization device for a helmet for use in, in particular, single-track vehicles, as well as a helmet and / or a vehicle with such a visualization device.

[0003] Generic visualization devices for a helmet for use in vehicles, in particular single-track motor vehicles, comprise at least one display device which is designed to output optical information perceivable by an operator of the vehicle.

[0004] Single-track vehicles can be motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, bicycles, e-bikes, or similar. The following briefly outlines the state of the art using motorcycles as an example, although the same applies to vehicles in general.

[0005] Visualization devices on motorcycles are usually located in the front area of ​​the motorcycle, more precisely: at the upper end of the suspension fork near the handlebar connection, and are designed to display all kinds of driving information (such as speed) as well as information about the motorcycle itself (such as fluid levels, lubrication behavior, fuel level, lighting status, etc.) for the motorcycle operator. Additional information (such as navigation or collision warnings) is also known from the state of the art.

[0006] However, it has been found that, particularly in concentrated driving situations, such as those that occur in motorsports, the operator is not always able to lower his head and look at a display of the visualization device because his full attention is focused on the lane and the driving situation.

[0007] Particularly when using motorcycles in off-road applications, for example in motocross or enduro applications, it is hardly possible for a motorcycle operator to concentrate on a display device while operating the motorcycle.

[0008] Furthermore, in such use it is often not possible to read from a display device which is attached to the motorcycle, since the strong vibrations and movements of the motorcycle cause relative movements between the operator, in particular the operator's eyes, and the display device on the motorcycle, which make it impossible for the operator, particularly in off-road use, to focus the display device in such a way that information can be read.

[0009] It is therefore further known from the prior art to arrange corresponding visualization devices with display devices in a helmet of an operator of the motorcycle, so that the display device via the helmet carries out as much of the same movement as the head of the operator, as far as possible, whereby there are no or only a small amount of relative movements between the eyes and the display device.

[0010] Corresponding embodiments are known from the prior art, for example, from US Pat. No. 5,537,092 A, US 2022 / 0155597 A1, or WO 2020 / 210879 A1. In corresponding embodiments, a display device is arranged inside the helmet, which is designed to project information into the field of vision of the motorcycle operator. This is usually done by projecting information onto the visor of the helmet itself or onto transparent objects arranged between the operator and the visor.

[0011] Although this projection onto a transparent object does not completely obstruct the view of the motorcycle operator, it does significantly restrict it, which of course has an impact on the safety aspect, since the restricted view of the motorcycle operator leads to a reduced perception of the surroundings, which is already restricted in particular for a motorcycle operator wearing a helmet due to the field of vision provided by the helmet.

[0012] A further disadvantage is that the display device of the visualization device is placed very close to the eyes of the operator, whereby the operator is forced to focus on this very close area in front of his eyes in order to perceive information on the display device, whereas the surroundings of the motorcycle during operation of the motorcycle (the route in front of him) represent a more distant area, whereby when switching between information from a display device and observation of the surroundings, the operator's eyes have to set a very different focus, whereby when focusing on one of these information sources the other is only blurred and insignificantly perceptible.

[0013] This problem does not only apply to motorcycle operators, but to vehicles in general.

[0014] Of particular note is the off-road use of multi-track motor vehicles, such as rally vehicles or racing motorsport applications such as Formula 1, NASCAR, DTM and similar, where a vehicle operator should remain as focused as possible on the surroundings and the roadway, but still requires information regarding the vehicle or the route.

[0015] The object of the present invention is therefore to provide a visualization device in which the aforementioned disadvantages of the prior art are at least partially improved and / or a better visualization of information for an operator of a vehicle is possible and / or a visualization of information for an operator of a vehicle is made possible with the least possible restriction of the field of vision of the surroundings and / or it is possible for an operator of a vehicle to obtain information via the visualization device more quickly and in a more clearly recognizable manner.

[0016] This object is achieved by a visualization device for a helmet for use in, in particular, single-track vehicles having the features of claim 1 and a helmet and / or a vehicle having such a visualization device.

[0017] According to the invention, the visualization device for a helmet for use in, in particular, single-track vehicles comprises at least one display device configured to output optical information perceivable by an operator of the vehicle, wherein the visualization device is arranged in a field of vision of the operator of the vehicle on a helmet extension, for example a helmet visor. The possibility of arranging the visualization device and the display device of the visualization device on an extension of the helmet results in several positive effects.

[0018] On the one hand, the optical information source, the display device, can be positioned at a greater distance from the eyes of the vehicle operator, which means that the operator's eyes do not have to adjust their focus as much in relation to the surroundings when focusing on the information, which also reduces the risk of losing sight of the surroundings when reading information from the display device.

[0019] A further advantage is that by distancing the visualization device from the operator's eyes, the visualization device or the display device only takes up a small part of the operator's field of perception, whereby the operator's field of perception with regard to the environment is only minimally restricted when operating the vehicle.

[0020] However, the display device with the visualization device can still be connected to the operator's head via the helmet, so that almost no relative movements are caused between the operator's eyes and the display device, which enables the readability of the display device even in the event of large vibrations, such as those that occur in the off-road application area of ​​a vehicle.

[0021] It is possible to carry out a visualization using a display device in the operator's field of vision without the operator having to specifically direct his field of vision towards a display device (such as a speedometer). This means that the operator no longer needs to lower his field of vision from the road to a speedometer in order to obtain information via a display device.

[0022] In particular, in off-road vehicle applications, particularly in motocross and enduro applications, it is now possible to provide information to an operator via a display device while the vehicle is in operation. This was not possible until now because the operator, due to the high risk potential, only had to concentrate on the area surrounding the vehicle and had no way of reading information from a display device or visualization device.

[0023] Furthermore, by positioning the visualization device in the field of vision of the operator, the reaction time of the operator to information displayed on the display device can be minimized to the greatest extent, since the information displayed can be recognized directly by the operator of the vehicle without the operator first having to concentrate, for example, on a display device arranged on the vehicle or having to bring it into the field of vision.

[0024] A further advantage is that, contrary to the embodiments mentioned in the prior art, no structural components have to be arranged directly inside the helmet, but this takes place purely on the outside on an extension of the helmet, which can reduce the risk of the operator of the vehicle or the person using the helmet being injured by components of the display device in the event of an accident. A visualization device according to the invention does not necessarily have to be created by producing a new helmet or vehicle. A corresponding visualization device can also be implemented, for example, in existing vehicles or helmets - as described, for example, in the introduction to the description - and can therefore be retrofitted.

[0025] Vehicles, in particular single-track motor vehicles, can include, for example, motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, mopeds, bicycles, e-bikes or the like.

[0026] In particular, it can be provided that the visualization device is arranged on a so-called shield of a helmet, as is usually provided for example when using off-road helmets.

[0027] In principle, the helmet extension can alternatively or additionally be formed onto the helmet within the scope of the invention.

[0028] Advantageous embodiments of the invention are defined in the dependent claims.

[0029] It can be provided that the visualization device has a signal line connected to the display device, an electronic processing device which is designed to receive a signal characteristic of an operating state of the vehicle.

[0030] The fact that the visualization device comprises the electronic processing device can be understood to mean that the processing device is at least partially spatially and physically arranged within the visualization device. Alternatively or additionally, the visualization device can comprise the processing device through a functional assignment, wherein the processing device is at least partially spatially and physically arranged outside the visualization device, but fulfills its function through communication with the visualization device, preferably by means of the communication device.

[0031] Preferably, it can be provided that the processing device is designed to output optically perceptible information via the at least one display device on the basis of the signal characteristic of the operating state of the vehicle.

[0032] The processing device can also be designed to receive and / or process and / or forward to the at least one output device other signals.

[0033] In other words, the processing device can be designed to generate visualization signals from the signals, which are transmitted to at least one output device and by means of which the at least one output device outputs the optically perceivable information

[0034] The processing device can be essentially a single piece (e.g. an electronic component such as a PCB) or can be realized by distributed functions of different electronic components.

[0035] The processing device can be part of the visualization device according to the invention and / or part of the helmet and / or part of the vehicle.

[0036] Other signals which can be output in the form of optically perceptible information within the scope of the invention by means of the at least one output device can, for example, relate to the traffic situation, for example with regard to dangerous situations and / or traffic volume, and / or media and / or lap times in the racing context.

[0037] It can be provided that the visualization device and / or the at least one display device is fastened, preferably detachably, to the helmet extension by a fastening device.

[0038] The fastening device 10 can, for example, comprise an adhesive connection, a hook and loop fastener connection, an adhesive tape connection and / or a screw connection, whereby the visualization device and / or the at least one display device can be fastened, preferably detachably, to the helmet extension by means of the fastening device.

[0039] Preferably, it can be provided that the visualization device has a, preferably wireless, communication interface which is designed to receive signals optically from information to be output and / or signals characteristic of the operating state of the vehicle.

[0040] For example, it can be provided that the visualization device can receive signals via the communication interface, on the basis of which information is visually visualized for the operator via the at least one display device or on the basis of which signals are created which are then visualized to the operator via the at least one display device.

[0041] For example, it may be provided that the

[0042] Communication interface of the visualization device

[0043] Signals relating to an operating state of the vehicle, a driving speed, the fill level of the tank, an error message relating to a component of the vehicle, navigation instructions, GPS information or even a compass are provided. The provision of signals relating to information, for example a lap time, of the operator of the vehicle is also entirely conceivable. In the same way, it can also be provided that the visualization device is provided with signals which are characteristic of a driving situation, wherein, for example, a risk of collision or the like can be signaled, which are displayed in a visually recognizable manner for the operator of the vehicle via the visualization device using the at least one display device.

[0044] A communication interface can, for example, be equipped with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, infrared, or other common wireless information interfaces. However, an interface for connecting the communication interface to the vehicle is also conceivable, whereby information can be exchanged between the visualization device and the vehicle via a cable in a fail-safe and transmission-safe manner.

[0045] However, it is also conceivable to provide information via the communication interface between the visualization device and a mobile device, such as a smartphone (where, for example, information from a smartphone can also be provided optically to an operator of the vehicle via the visualization device).

[0046] It can be provided that the visualization device has at least one sensor, preferably an optical sensor, particularly preferably a camera, a LIDAR sensor and / or a RADAR sensor, and / or is connected thereto and / or can be connected thereto.

[0047] In particularly preferred embodiments, the sensors, preferably an optical sensor, particularly preferably a camera, a LIDAR sensor and / or a RADAR sensor, can alternatively and / or additionally also be part of the vehicle and / or the helmet.

[0048] Preferably, it can be provided that the processing device is designed to receive and / or evaluate sensor signals from the at least one optical sensor and preferably to output corresponding, optically perceptible information via the at least one display device.

[0049] For example, it can be provided that the at least one sensor detects not only the environment in the field of vision of the operator of the vehicle, but also an area facing away from it, such as the lateral area or the back area of ​​an operator of a single-track vehicle, wherein dangerous situations can be detected via the at least one sensor and the processing device.

[0050] For example, it can be provided that areas that are not visible to the operator of a single-track vehicle during normal operation are observed via the at least one optical sensor, such as the back or side area, wherein dangerous situations can be detected via the at least one sensor, such as those caused by rapidly approaching vehicles, wherein the processing device can be designed to output visually perceptible information to the operator of the vehicle via the at least one display device in the event of corresponding dangerous situations, wherein the operator of the vehicle can react to a rapidly approaching vehicle and can still avoid a possible collision.

[0051] In the same way, a possible dangerous situation can of course also be detected via the processing device if the operator of the vehicle incorrectly assesses a speed and / or roadway, wherein, based on speed and environmental conditions, the processing device can be designed to detect dangerous situations in good time and to be able to warn the operator via output via the at least one display device so that the operator can still initiate countermeasures, for example to bring the vehicle to a standstill in front of an object or to be able to avoid an object.

[0052] Furthermore, protection is sought for a helmet for use in, in particular, single-track vehicles with an inventive

[0053] Visualization device.

[0054] The helmet can be designed as an off-road motorcycle helmet, enduro helmet and / or motocross helmet.

[0055] It is preferably provided that the visualization device and / or the at least one display device is formed in one piece with the helmet extension, preferably with the shield of the helmet.

[0056] In this context, the helmet shield is to be understood as an extension of the helmet. This shield is not to be purchased as a visor.

[0057] At least one adjusting device can be provided, which adjusting device connects the at least one display device to the helmet extension and by means of which a relative position of the at least one display device with respect to the helmet extension can be adjusted and / or set.

[0058] Furthermore, protection is sought for a vehicle, in particular a single-track vehicle, with a visualization device according to the invention, wherein the vehicle has a control or regulating device which is designed to provide signals for the visualization device, wherein, on the basis of the signals, information which is visually perceptible to an operator of the vehicle can be displayed via the at least one display device.

[0059] Signals in the sense of the present invention, in particular for the visualization device, can be, for example, signals characteristic of the operating state of the vehicle, sensor signals and / or other signals which can be or are output as perceptible information by means of the visualization device.

[0060] Other signals which can be output in the form of optically perceptible information by means of the visualization device within the scope of the invention can, for example, indicate the traffic situation, for example with regard to

[0061] Dangerous situations and / or traffic volume, and / or media and / or lap times in the racing context.

[0062] Further details and advantages of the present invention are explained in more detail below with reference to the figures.

[0063] Fig. 1 shows a first embodiment of a visualization device according to the invention, Fig. 2 shows a second embodiment of a visualization device according to the invention,

[0064] Fig. 3 shows a third embodiment of a visualization device according to the invention,

[0065] Fig. 4 shows a fourth embodiment of a visualization device according to the invention, and

[0066] Fig. 5 is a schematic representation of a fifth embodiment of an inventive

[0067] Visualization device .

[0068] Fig. 1 shows a first embodiment of a visualization device according to the invention, which is arranged on a helmet extension 7 - more precisely: a shield 8 of the helmet 2 - in such a way that a display device 4 of the visualization device 1 is located in a field of vision of the operator 5 of the vehicle 3.

[0069] The display device 4 of the visualization device 1 is designed to display information 6 that is visually perceptible to the operator 5 of the vehicle 3.

[0070] The vehicle 3 shown as an example in Fig. 1 is designed as a motorcycle or single-track motor vehicle.

[0071] This visually perceptible information 6 can, for example, contain information about a current operating state of the vehicle 3, an outside temperature, a driving speed, a lap time, navigation or other information about the surroundings of the vehicle 3.

[0072] Furthermore, this optical information 6 can be provided via a screen, through animation, a font or simply through

[0073] Warning lights can be implemented. As can be seen in Fig. 1, the vehicle 3, or more precisely: the motorcycle, further comprises a control or regulating device 13, which, for example, also serves to control or regulate the vehicle 3 (for example, the combustion or the control of other actuators of the vehicle 3).

[0074] In the course of the present embodiment of Fig. 1, however, the control or regulating device 13 of the vehicle 3 serves to communicate signals about a current operating state of the vehicle 3 to the visualization device 1, wherein the visualization device 1 is designed to output optically perceptible information 6 to the operator 5 via the display device 4 on the basis of these signals from the control or regulating device 13.

[0075] It can be provided that only information 6 is output if an operating state of the vehicle 3 exceeds a threshold value or a dangerous situation occurs as a result.

[0076] Furthermore, the vehicle has 3 sensors 12 .

[0077] These sensors 12 of the vehicle 3 of the embodiment variant of Fig. 1 are implemented as optical sensors and provide a corresponding signal to the control or regulating device 13.

[0078] The control or regulating device 13 is designed to detect potential hazards based on the signals from the sensors 12, wherein, for example, the surroundings can be observed and the control or regulating device 13 can detect such a hazard based on the current operating conditions of the vehicle 3.

[0079] For example, it can be detected when another road user, such as another vehicle, is approaching vehicle 3 at a higher speed and a collision appears likely while the vehicle 3 remains at the same speed. In such a dangerous situation, the control or regulating device 13 can transmit a corresponding signal to the visualization device 1, and on the basis of this signal, the visualization device 1 can warn the operator 5 via the display device 4 with corresponding information 6.

[0080] Fig. 2 shows a second embodiment of a corresponding visualization device 1.

[0081] In this exemplary embodiment, a typical helmet 2 for use in off-road applications is shown, which helmet has a helmet extension 7 - more precisely: a shield 8. The visualization device 1 is arranged on this shield 8 of the helmet 2 in the field of vision for an operator 5. As can be seen, this makes it possible to provide an operator 5 wearing the helmet 2 with optical information 6 at any time via the visualization device 1 - more precisely: a display device 4 of the visualization device 1, which is also directly in the field of vision of the operator 5.

[0082] Nevertheless, as is clearly evident from Fig. 2, the field of vision of the operator 5 is hardly restricted, so that there is no danger whatsoever that the visualization device 1 will obscure environmental conditions for the operator 5, which could potentially lead to a dangerous situation.

[0083] Figures 3 and 4 show two further embodiments of visualization devices 1, wherein the visualization devices 1 each have a fastening device 10 which can be arranged on a helmet extension 7 or a shield 8 of a helmet 2.

[0084] This arrangement of the fastening device 10 on the helmet extension 7 or the shield 8 can be carried out or carried out, for example, via an adhesive connection, a Velcro fastener, an adhesive tape and / or also by a screw connection, whereby the visualization device 1 and / or the at least one display device 4 can be fastened, preferably detachably, to the helmet extension 7 by the fastening device 10.

[0085] However, it is also entirely conceivable that the visualization device is formed integrally with a shield 8 of a helmet 2 by embedding the visualization device 1 in the shield 8 of the helmet 2.

[0086] The embodiments of Figures 3 and 4 further comprise display devices 4 which are connected to the base of the visualization device 1 - more precisely: the fastening device 10.

[0087] Fig. 3 even includes two types of display devices 4, the left display device 4 being designed as a screen, via which information 6 in the form of text, numbers, icons, symbols or shapes can be displayed for the operator 5.

[0088] The right-hand display device 4 of the exemplary embodiment in Fig. 3 and the display device 4 of the exemplary embodiment of the exemplary embodiment in Fig. 4 are designed merely as display lights, wherein the mere illumination of the display lights can indicate a dangerous situation or a defect in the vehicle 3. It is also entirely conceivable for the display device 4 - more precisely: the display lights - to indicate an operating state of the vehicle 3 using different colors, wherein, for example, a green light can indicate smooth operation of the vehicle 3 and a red light could indicate a defect in a component of the vehicle 3.

[0089] Furthermore, in the embodiments of Fig. 3 and Fig. 4, an adjusting device 14 is provided, which adjusting device 14 is designed to connect the display device 4 to the helmet extension 7 and by means of which a relative position of the display device 4 with respect to the helmet extension 7 is to be adjusted and / or set.

[0090] Thus, in the embodiment of Fig. 3, the display device 4 is connected to the fastening device 10 by means of the adjusting device 14 designed as a flexible element, by means of which flexible element the display device 4 can be positioned almost arbitrarily relative to the fastening device 10 (and thus, in a fastened state of the fastening device 10 on a helmet 2 relative to the helmet 2).

[0091] In the embodiment of Fig. 4, the display device 4 is connected to the fastening device 10 by means of an adjusting device 14 designed as a rotary bearing, by means of which rotary bearing the display device 4 can be positioned relative to the fastening device 10 (and thus in a fastened state of the fastening device 10 on a helmet 2 relative to the helmet 2).

[0092] Due to the possibility of flexible positioning of the display device 4 relative to the fastening device 10 (and thus in a fastened state of the fastening device 10 on a helmet 2 relative to the helmet 2), the operator 5 is allowed to position the display device 4 in his field of vision according to his wishes and preferences.

[0093] This variability of the positioning of the display device 4 relative to the helmet 2 provides the possibility of individual adaptation to different designs and / or models of a helmet as well as individual adaptation of the operator as to where and to what extent the display device may be introduced into his field of vision.

[0094] Fig. 5 shows a schematic structure of an embodiment of a visualization device 1 according to the invention.

[0095] The visualization device 1 of this embodiment of Fig. 5 comprises a processing device 9 which is designed to receive a wide variety of signals, to process them and, on the basis of these signals, to output optical information 6 via the display device 4 so that it is visible to an operator 5.

[0096] The processing device 9 of this embodiment is implemented as part of the vehicle 3 or integrated into the vehicle 3 and the central control or regulating device 13 of the vehicle 3.

[0097] These different signals are provided, for example, to the processing device 9 via a sensor 12 of the vehicle 3.

[0098] A corresponding sensor 12 can, for example, be designed as an optical sensor - more precisely: a RADAR sensor - which detects the surroundings of the visualization device 1 and feeds it as a corresponding signal to the processing device 9. This signal can be analyzed and observed by the processing device 9, wherein this signal can, for example, be passed on to the display device 4 and displayed as an image via the display device 4 or else processed by the processing device 9 in such a way that corresponding information 6 is output to the operator 5 via the display device 4 only when a dangerous situation occurs.

[0099] It can be provided via the communication interface 11 that signals are supplied wirelessly from the processing device 9 to the display device 4.

[0100] Further signals from the processing device 9 can also be used to

[0101] analysis and processing.

[0102] Such further signals can be transmitted, for example, by the control or regulating device 13 of the vehicle 3, wherein, for example, signals relating to a current operating condition of the vehicle 3 can be received, which are processed via the processing device 9 and output as information 6 via the display device 4 by means of the communication interface 11.

[0103] However, it can also be provided that the processing device 9 is designed to receive information from a mobile device (for example a smartphone), wherein information 6 from the smartphone is output via the display device 4.

[0104] Relevant information can, for example, be a

[0105] This could be call information or something similar or information about navigation from a navigation program that is installed on the smartphone.

[0106] Reference symbol list:

[0107] 1 visualization device

[0108] 2 Helmet 3 Vehicle

[0109] 4 Display device

[0110] 5 operators

[0111] 6 Information

[0112] 7 Helmet appendage 8 Shield

[0113] 9 Processing device

[0114] 10 Fastening device

[0115] 11 Communication interface

[0116] 12 Sensor 13 Control or regulating device

[0117] 14 Adjustment device

Claims

Patent claims:

1. Visualization device for a helmet (2) for use in, in particular, single-track vehicles (3), comprising at least one display device (4) which is designed to output optical information (6) perceivable by an operator (5) of the vehicle (3), characterized in that the visualization device (1) is arranged in a field of vision of the operator (5) of the vehicle (3) on a helmet extension (7), preferably a shield (8) of the helmet (2).

2. Visualization device according to claim 1, wherein the visualization device (1) has an electronic processing device (9) which is connected in a signal-conducting manner to the at least one display device (4) and which is designed to receive a signal characteristic of an operating state of the vehicle (1).

3. Visualization device according to the preceding claim, wherein the processing device (9) is designed to output optically perceptible information (6) via the at least one display device (4) on the basis of the signal characteristic of the operating state of the vehicle (3).

4. Visualization device according to at least one of the preceding claims, wherein the Visualization device (1) and / or the at least one display device (4) by a Fastening device (10) is attached to the helmet extension (7), preferably detachably.

5. Visualization device according to at least one of the preceding claims, wherein the Visualization device (1) has a, preferably wireless, communication interface (11) which is designed to receive signals of optically output information (6) and / or signals characteristic of the operating state of the vehicle (1).

6. Visualization device according to at least one of the preceding claims, wherein the Visualization device (1) at least one sensor (12) , has an optical sensor, particularly preferably a camera, a LIDAR sensor and / or a RADAR sensor, and / or is connected thereto and / or can be connected thereto.

7. Visualization device according to claim 2 or 3 and claim 6, wherein the processing device (1) is designed to receive and / or evaluate sensor signals of the at least one sensor (12) and preferably to output corresponding optically perceptible information (6) via the at least one display device (4).

8. Helmet for use in, in particular, single-track vehicles (3) with a visualization device (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims.

9. Helmet according to the preceding claim, wherein the Visualization device (1) and / or the at least a display device (4) is formed in one piece with the helmet extension (7), preferably with the shield (8) of the helmet (2).

10. Helmet according to the preceding claim, wherein at least one adjusting device (14) is provided, which adjusting device (14) connects the at least one display device (4) to the helmet extension (7) and by means of which a relative position of the at least one display device (4) with respect to the helmet extension (7) is adjustable and / or settable.

11. Vehicle, in particular a single-track motor vehicle, with a visualization device (1) according to at least one of claims 1 to 7 and / or with a helmet (2) according to one of claims 8 to 10, wherein the vehicle (3) has a control or regulating device (13) which is designed to generate signals for the To provide a visualization device (1), wherein, on the basis of the signals, information (6) that is visually perceptible to an operator (5) of the vehicle (3) can be displayed via the at least one display device (4).