A sensing assembly for a vehicle

Abstract

As per an embodiment of the present invention, a vehicle (100, 900) comprising a frame assembly (900a), handlebar assembly (103), a front wheel assembly (110), a cluster assembly (102), and sensing assembly (108). The sensing assembly (108) is configured at a predefined zone (104) between the front wheel assembly (110) 5 and the cluster assembly (102). The pre-defined zone (104) ensure that no other object or vehicle (100) component comes in the way of the field of view (FOV) of the sensing assembly (108). Therefore, the sensing assembly (108) is configured to operate at optimum capacity. In other words, the present invention to mount the sensing assembly (108) in such a way that the FOV of the sensing unit (402) is not 10 interfered due to any other vehicle (100) components.

Description

TITLE OF INVENTION:A SENSING ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLEFIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present subject matter is related, in general to a vehicle having a sensing assembly, and more particularly, but not exclusively to a mounting of the sensing assembly in the vehicle.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] In the realm of vehicular safety and navigation systems, the integration of sensing assembly, for example Radio Detection And Ranging (RADAR) sensors, onto vehicles h'as been a pivotal focus. The sensing assembly play a critical role in detecting obstacles, predicting collisions, and enhancing overall situational awareness for drivers. Furthermore, it is important to mount the sensing assembly in an optimal position which maximize coverage and minimize blind spots for efficient operation of the sensing assembly. Traditionally, the sensing assembly are mounted onto the headlamp assembly of vehicles. However, mounting the sensing assembly on the headlamp assembly, a visor assembly, a fairing assembly, or any other style parts of the vehicle poses various challenges that impede the real-time efficacy of the sensing assembly. However, a portion of the sensing unit may be obstructed by vehicle components, such as visor assemblies if the sensing assembly is disposed on said vehicle parts or any other style parts, which reduces the overall efficiency of the sensing assembly.

[0003] As per known prior arts, to address this issue, specific materials, colours, and finishes may need to be used in manufacturing the vehicle components assembly, ensuring that it allows the sensing unit to receive and transmit input signals effectively. Nonetheless, said limitation in material choices adds complexity to the manufacturing process and may restrict the options available to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).

[0004] One of the significant challenges arises from mounting the sensing assembly on the headlamp assembly are the inherent delay between the vehicle's actual manoeuvres and the sensing assembly's detection capabilities. For instance, during a turning manoeuvre, the sensing assembly, when mounted on the headlamp, experiences a perceptible lag in detecting the vehicle's altered trajectory. Consequently, by the time the sensing assembly accurately detects the turn, the vehicle may have already completed the turning manoeuvre, thereby compromising the real-time collision detection capabilities.

[0005] As per known prior arts, the sensing assembly rely on an auxiliary sensing unit, such as Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), to compensate for the deficiencies in detecting vehicle manoeuvres. However, an auxiliary sensing unit provides estimations rather than precise measurements of the vehicle's manoeuvre. Therefore, the accuracy of the sensing assembly to prevent collisions, or detect situational awareness remains constrained, as the estimations may not align perfectly with the actual vehicle dynamics. Moreover, incorporating additional sensing units, significantly escalates the overall cost of the system which not only increases the production cost but also adds to maintenance and repair cost over vehicle’s life span and adds to the complexities in the manufacturing process by increase in the number of individual parts within the system.

[0006] The challenge of mounting the sensing assembly is significantly aggravated in vehicles having a front fairing assembly, where a substantial portion of the front of the vehicle is covered by at least one fairing member. In these vehicles, when the sensing assembly is mounted to the frame assembly, a considerable overhang exists between the sensing assembly and the frame assembly. The primary problem for the overhang is it can induce vibrations in the sensing assembly during vehicle operation. These vibrations can severely disrupt the functionality of the sensing unit. The primary issue is that vibrations introduce noise into the input signals received by the sensing unit such as the RADAR sensors. This noise can obscure the true readings, leading to inaccuracies in obstacle detection and data processing. For instance, false readings may be generated, oractual obstacles may not be detected accurately, compromising the safety and reliability of the vehicular navigation system.

[0007] The challenge is further compounded by the dynamic nature of vehicle movement, where varying speeds and road conditions can cause inconsistent vibration patterns. Thus, ensuring the stability of the sensing assembly in the presence of such overhangs is critical.

[0008] Thus, there is need to address the limitations in the existing vehicle having the sensing assembly while ensuring minimal obstruction in front of a sensing unit and stability of the sensing assembly without significant changes in the existing layout of the vehicle.

[0009] Further limitations and disadvantages of conventional and traditional approaches will become apparent to one of skill in the art, through comparison of described systems with some aspects of the present disclosure, as set forth in the remainder of the present application and with reference to the drawings.SUMMARY

[0010] As per an embodiment of the present invention, a vehicle comprising a handlebar assembly, a front wheel assembly, a cluster assembly, and sensing assembly. The handlebar assembly is configured to enable maneuvering of the vehicle. The front wheel assembly is coupled to the handlebar assembly. The cluster assembly is disposed at a proximity of the handlebar assembly. The sensing assembly is configured at a predefined zone between the front wheel assembly and the cluster assembly.

[0011] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the predefined zone is defined a first axis, a second axis, a third axis, and a fourth axis. The first axis extends tangentially along a portion of the front wheel assembly and a front most portion of a headlamp assembly of the vehicle. The second axis extends along a central axis of the head tube of the vehicle. The third axis extends tangentially along a top portion of the front wheel assembly. The fourth axis extends along a top portion of the cluster assembly.

[0012] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the sensing assembly is disposed at a first pre-defined distance from the front wheel assembly. The first predefined distance ranges from 15 millimeters to 150 millimeters. The sensing assembly is configured at a second pre-defined distance from the headtube of the vehicle. The second pre-defined distance ranges from 120 millimetres to 500 millimetres. The sensing assembly is configured at a third pre-defined distance from a ground plane. The third pre-defined distance ranges from 50 centimeters to 100 centimeters.

[0013] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the sensing assembly comprises a sensing unit, a bracket member, a padding member, and a cover member.

[0014] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the pair of front fork assembly includes a lower bracket member. The lower bracket member is configured to join a pair of front forks. The bracket member is mounted to the lower bracket member.

[0015] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the sensing assembly (108) is configured a predefined proximal distance from a front face of the lower bracket member. The predefined proximal distance ranges from 2 millimeter to 300 millimeters.

[0016] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the bracket member is configured to detachably mount the sensing unit on a front face. The front face is disposed towards a front portion of the vehicle. The bracket member is configured with a base portion, the base portion is configured to mount a lower mounting portion of the headlamp assembly of the vehicle through one or more mounting means.

[0017] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the bracket member comprises a pair of flanged extensions, herein the flanged extensions comprise a first mounting opening and a second mounting opening. The first mounting openingand the second mounting opening are configured to connect with a lower mounting portion of a headlamp assembly.

[0018] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the padding member is disposed around an outer periphery of the sensing unit towards the front portion of the vehicle.

[0019] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the cover member is configured to cover the outer periphery of the sensing unit towards the front portion of the vehicle. An inner portion of the cover member is configured to map with a profile of the sensing unit. The inner portion is configured to have an extended portion.

[0020] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the cover member is configured with a first side portion, and a second side portion. The first side portion, and a second side portion maps with the profile of the headlamp assembly.

[0021] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the sensing assembly comprising: a sensing unit, a bracket member configured to detachably mount the sensing unit; a padding member disposed around an outer periphery of the sensing unit; and a cover member configured to cover the outer periphery of the sensing unit.

[0022] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the sensing unit is a radar sensor.

[0023] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the bracket member is integrally mounted to the lower bracket member.

[0024] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the bracket member is comprising a pair of flanged extensions, herein the pair of flanged extensions being configured to connect with a lower mounting portion of a headlamp of the vehicle through one or more mounting means.

[0025] As per an embodiment of the present invention, a vehicle comprising a frame assembly, a headlamp assembly, and a sensing assembly. The headlamp assembly mounted to the frame assembly. The sensing assembly comprises one ormore sensing units, a sensing unit mounting bracket. Herein a first portion of the sensing unit mounting bracket is configured to mount the one or more sensing units, and a second end of the sensing unit mounting bracket is mounted to a frame assembly of the vehicle (100).

[0026] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the headlamp assembly comprises a headlamp stay member, herein the headlamp stay member is configured to mount one or more headlamp unit of the vehicle. Herein the headlamp stay member is configured with a first opening, profile of the first opening is configured to map with a profile of the sensing unit mounting bracket.

[0027] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the sensing unit mounting bracket is configured to extend towards the frame assembly of the vehicle passing through the first opening.

[0028] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the frame assembly comprises a head tube configured to extend inclinedly downwards, an extending front member extending toward a front portion of the vehicle from the head tube, herein the second end of the sensing unit mounting bracket is detachably mounted to the extending front member.

[0029] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle comprises a fairing assembly, herein the fairing assembly include a front fairing member configured adjacent to the one or more headlamp units herein a front portion of the headlamp stay member is mounted to a rear portion of the front fairing member when viewed from front view of the vehicle.

[0030] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the one or more sensing units disposed sandwichly between the front fairing member and the headlamp stay member, herein the front fairing member comprises a second opening, herein the one or sensing unit disposed around an inner periphery of the second opening.

[0031] As per an embodiment of the present invention, a padding member is disposed between the one or more sensing units, and an inner periphery of the second opening.

[0032] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the sensing unit mounting bracket comprises an extended stay portion and a reinforcement portion, herein the reinforcement portion is configured to extend from a portion of the extended stay portion towards the extending front member herein the reinforcement portion is configured to support at least a portion of the headlamp assembly.

[0033] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the one or more sensing units disposed in a predefined zone of the vehicle, herein the predefined zone defined between a first axis and a second axis, a third axis, and a fourth axis. The first axis passes tangentially through an upper portion of a front wheel assembly. The second axis passes tangentially through the top-most portion of the visor assembly. The third axis defined to extend tangentially along front most portion of the fairing assembly. The fourth axis configured to extend tangentially along a central axis of the head tube. The one or more sensing unit disposed at a first predefined distance from a front wheel assembly of the vehicle.

[0034] As per an embodiment of the present invention, a lower portion of the second opening configured with a slanted profile when viewed from front portion of the vehicle. An edge portions of the second opening is configured to overlap with at least a portion of a sensing unit edge portions, when the vehicle is viewed from a front view.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0035] The present invention will become more fully understood from the detailed description given herein below and the accompanying drawings which are given by way of illustration only, and thus are not limitative of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 1 illustrates a side view of a vehicle as per an embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] Figure 2 illustrates a front view of the vehicle as per an embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] Figure 3 illustrate a right perspective view of the vehicle as per an embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] Figure 4 illustrates an exploded view of a sensing assembly of the vehicle as per an embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] Figure 5 illustrates an exploded view of the sensing assembly as per an embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] Figure 6, Figure 7, and Figure 8 illustrates sensing assembly sensing assembly with certain parts omitted as per an embodiment of the present invention.

[0042] Figure 9 illustrates a side view of a vehicle as per another embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] Figure 10 illustrates a front view of the vehicle as shown in Fig. 9 as per an embodiment of the present invention.

[0044] Figure 11 illustrate a rear view of a component of a headlamp assembly with respect to Fig. 9, with certain parts omitted as per an embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] Figure 12, Figure 13 illustrates an exploded view of the vehicle components at the front portion of the vehicle as shown in Fig. 9 as per an embodiment of the present invention.

[0046] Figure 14 illustrates front and rear view of a fairing assembly of the vehicle as shown in Fig. 9 as per an embodiment of the present invention.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0047] The present disclosure may be best understood with reference to the detailed figures and description set forth herein. Various embodiments are discussed below with reference to the figures. However, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that the detailed descriptions given herein with respect to the figures are simply for explanatory purposes as the methods and systems may extend beyond the described embodiments. For example, the teachings presented, and the needs of a particular application may yield multiple alternative and suitable approaches to implement the functionality of any detail described herein. Therefore,any approach may extend beyond the particular implementation choices in the following embodiments described and shown.

[0048] References to “one embodiment,” “at least one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” “one example,” “an example,” “for example,” and so on indicate that the embodiment(s) or example(s) may include a particular feature, structure, characteristic, property, element, or limitation but that not every embodiment or example necessarily includes that particular feature, structure, characteristic, property, element, or limitation. Further, repeated use of the phrase “in an embodiment” does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment.

[0049] The present invention now will be described more fully hereinafter with different embodiments. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather those embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art.

[0050] The objective of the present invention is to provide a vehicle comprising a sensing assembly that significantly reduces or eliminates the response lag between actual vehicle manoeuvres and detection capabilities. Thus, the present invention aims to ensure that the sensing assembly detects real-time operating conditions of the vehicle, more particularly vehicle movements, thereby enhancing collision detection accuracy and situational awareness for drivers.

[0051] It is yet another objective of the present invention to mount the sensing assembly in such a way that a sensing unit of the sensing assembly rotates along with a steering pivot of the vehicle. Thus, the present invention aims to ensure that the direction of manoeuvrability of the vehicle is aligned with the Field of View (FOV) of the sensing unit. It is an objective of the present invention to mount the sensing assembly in a vehicle which ensures that a sensing unit of the sensing assembly have an unobstructed field of view (FOV). More specifically, the mounting of the sensing assembly in the vehicle ensures that the sensing unit is not masked up by any component of the vehicle. Thereby, the present invention ensuresaccuracy and optimize the performance of the sensing unit under all vehicle operating conditions. Ensuring an unimpeded FOV is crucial for allowing the sensing unit to effectively detect obstacles, monitor surroundings, and gather essential data for vehicle rider assist systems.

[0052] It is yet another objective of the present invention to mount the sensing assembly in the vehicle which ensures that vibrations experience by the vehicle during riding conditions are not transmitted to the sensing unit of the sensing assembly. The present invention aims to ensure a stable and secure mounting of the sensing assembly, thereby minimizing disruptions to its functionality caused by external factors such as road imperfections, engine vibrations, or uneven terrain.

[0053] It is yet another objective of the present invention to provide a sensing assembly which is configured to ensure anti-theft security to the sensing unit of the sensing assembly. Thereby, the present invention aims to prevent unwanted tampering or theft of the sensing unit, thus ensuring security and longevity of the sensing assembly.

[0054] It is yet another objective of the present invention to mount the sensing assembly which prevents water stagnation around the sensing unit. Water stagnation around or within the sensor assembly can cause short circuits, corrosion of electrical components, and overall failure of the device. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure the sensing units are protected from water ingress Moreover, stagnant water on or near the sensing unit can absorb or deflect the signals, leading to weak or distorted signal.

[0055] It is yet another objective of the present invention to provide a vehicle comprising the sensing assembly such that the sensing unit can accurately function based on real time steering angle rotation of the vehicle, without need of an auxiliary sensing unit such as an IMU.

[0056] The aforesaid and other advantages of the present subject matter would be described in greater detail in conjunction with the figures & embodiment in the following description.

[0057] Figure 1 illustrates a side view of a vehicle (100) as per an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 illustrates a front view of the vehicle (100) as per an embodiment of the present invention. The figure 1 and the figure 2 are explained together for the sake of brevity. A front portion of the vehicle (100) comprises a front wheel assembly (110), serving as the primary point of contact of the vehicle (100) with a ground plane. The front wheel assembly of the vehicle (100) is rotatably connected to a handlebar assembly (103) of the vehicle (100) through the pair of front fork assembly (105a, 105b, 107). The pair of front fork assembly (105a, 105b, 107) comprises a pair of front forks (105a, 105b) which contributes significantly to vehicle (100) stability, handling, and overall riding experience. The pair of front forks (105 a, 105b) are sturdy metal tubes and having hydraulic dampers (not shown). The pair of front forks assembly (105a, 105b, 107) connects the front wheel assembly (110) to a frame assembly (not shown) of the vehicle (100), allowing for controlled movement and absorption of shocks and vibrations encountered during travel. The pair of front forks (105a, 105b) are connected to each other by a lower bracket member (107). The pair of front fork assembly (105a, 105b, 107) is rotatably connected to a head tube of the vehicle (100) body frame. Further, the vehicle (100) also comprises a headlamp assembly which is mounted to the headtube of the vehicle (100). The headlamp assembly comprises an illuminating member (not shown) which is housed in a headlamp housing.

[0058] Further, the vehicle (100) also comprises a cluster assembly (102) which is disposed at a proximity of the handlebar assembly (103). The cluster assembly (102) of a vehicle (100) serves as a centralized hub for essential instrumentation and controls, providing the driver with critical information and functionality related to the vehicle (100). The cluster assembly (102) integrates various components such as speedometers, odometers, fuel gauges, temperature gauges, and warning lights etc. The cluster assembly (102) also incorporates few advance features such as digital displays, touchscreen interfaces, and connectivity options for seamless integration with infotainment systems and navigation aids. As per an embodiment of the present invention, the cluster assembly (102) is mounted above the headlamp assembly (101). The vehicle (100) also comprises a sensing assembly (108) whichis disposed between a predefined zone (104). As per an embodiment of the present invention, the sensing assembly (108) is a RADAR sensing assembly which is configured to detect nearby objects and obstacles around the vehicle (100) by using radio waves. The sensing assembly (108) is mounted towards the front of the vehicle (100) such that no other vehicle (100) components come in the FOV of the sensing assembly (108). Therefore, enabling the sensing assembly (108) to operate at its optimum capacity.

[0059] The pre-defined zone (104) is defined between a first axis (AA”), a second axis (BB”), a third axis (CC”), and a fourth axis (DD”) as shown in Fig. 1. More specifically, the first axis (AA”) extends tangentially along a portion of the front wheel assembly (110) and a front most portion of a headlamp assembly (101) of the vehicle (100). The second axis (BB”) extends along a central axis of the head tube (301) of the vehicle (100). The third axis (CC”) extends tangentially along a top portion of the front wheel assembly (110). The fourth axis (DD”) extends along a top portion of the cluster assembly (102). The pre-defined zone (104) ensure that no other object or vehicle (100) component comes in the way of the FOV of the sensing assembly (108). As per an embodiment of the present invention, it is crucial that the sensing assembly (108) is disposed at a first pre-defined distance (P”) from the front wheel assembly (110) of the vehicle (100). The first pre-defined distance (P”) ensures that at vehicle (100) operating condition when the damper assembly of the front wheel assembly (110) are fully compressed, the front wheel assembly (110) should not interfere at the FOV of the sensing assembly (108). The sensing assembly (108) at an optimal height minimizes interference from nearby vehicle (100) components or structures. Mounting the sensor too low increases the likelihood of interference from the vehicle (100) own components, such as the bumper or front wheel assembly (110), which can distort radar signals and compromise detection accuracy. As per an embodiment of the present invention, the first pre-defined distance (P”) ranges from 15 millimetres to 150 millimetres. For example, the first pre-defined distance (P”) is 80 millimetres.

[0060] The vehicle (100) is standing on a ground plane (GG”). It is important that the sensing assembly (108) is configured at a third pre-defined distance (Z) from the ground plane (GG”), such that the sensing assembly (108) is at an optimal distance from the ground plane. As per an embodiment of the present invention the third pre-defined distance (Z) ranges from 50 centimetres to 100 centimetres. It is important to dispose the sensing assembly (108) at the third pre-defined distance (Z) because placing the sensing assembly (108) too near the ground plane can limit its ability to detect objects at a distance, potentially reducing the overall effectiveness of collision detection and avoidance systems. Further, the mounting the sensing assembly (108) at an optimum height prevents obstruction in the sensing assembly’s (108) field of view (FOV) or causing damage to the sensing assembly, leading to inaccurate readings or system failure. Moreover, the third pre-defined distance (Z) ensures consistent performance of the sensing assembly (108) across varying terrain types. For example, the sensing assembly (108) which is mounted too low towards the ground place may be susceptible to interference from uneven road surfaces, bumps, or obstacles, potentially affecting sensing assembly (108)’s ability to accurately detect objects and hazards.

[0061] Figure 3 illustrate a right perspective view of the vehicle (100) as per an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 illustrates an exploded view of a sensing assembly (108) of the vehicle (100) as per an embodiment of the present invention. The figure 3 and the figure 4 are explained together for the sake of brevity. The sensing assembly (108) is configured at a second pre-defined distance (Q) from the headtube (301) of the vehicle (100), wherein the second pre-defined distance (Q) ranges from 120 millimetres to 500 millimetres. Exemplarily, the second pre-defined distance (Q) is 150 millimetres. Further, as per an embodiment of the present invention the sensing assembly (108) is configured at a predefined proximal distance from a front face of the lower bracket member (107). Illustratively, the predefined proximal distance ranges from 2 millimetres to 300 millimetres. For example, predefined proximal distance is 95 millimeters.

[0062] The sensing assembly is configured at a predefined proximal distance from a front face of the lower bracket member (107) of the vehicle (100). The predefined proximal distance ranges from 2 millimetre to 300 millimetres. It is crucial to note that the second pre-defined distance (Q) and the predefined proximal distance ensures that the FOV of the sensing assembly (108) is not interfered by any other vehicle (100) components. Thus, the optimum functioning of the sensing assembly (108) is ensured as the sensing assembly (108) can detect wide range of objects.

[0063] As per Figure 4, the sensing assembly (108) comprises a sensing unit (402), a bracket member (401), a padding member (403), and a cover member (404). The bracket member (401) is mounted to the lower bracket member (107). As per an embodiment, the bracket member (401) is integrally mounted to the lower bracket member (107). As per yet another embodiment, the bracket member (401) is detachably mounted to the lower bracket member (107) through one or more mounting means (Not shown). The bracket member (401) is configured to support a lower mounting portion (406) of a headlamp assembly (101) of the vehicle (100) through one or more mounting means (405). The bracket member (401) is configured to detachably mount the sensing unit (402) on a front face (503) of the bracket member (401). The front face (503) comprises plurality of the mounting openings for mounting of the sensing unit. The front face (503) is seen with respect towards the front of the vehicle (100). As per an embodiment of the present invention, the padding member (403) is disposed around an outer periphery of the sensing unit (402) towards the front portion of the vehicle (100). The padding member (403) eliminates the chances of entry of dust, debris or water inside the sensing assembly (108). As per an embodiment of the present invention, the cover member (404) is configured to cover the outer periphery of the sensing unit (402) towards the front portion of the vehicle (100). The cover member (404) ensures to provide anti-theft feature to the sensing assembly (108).

[0064] Figure 5 illustrates an exploded view of the sensing assembly (108) as per an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6, Figure 7, and Figure 8 illustrates sensing assembly (108) with certain parts omitted as per an embodimentof the present invention. The figure 5, the figure 6, the figure 7 and the figure 8 are explained together for the sake of brevity. The bracket member (401) is configured with a base portion (504) which supports the lower mounting portion (406) of the headlamp assembly (101) of the vehicle (100) through one or more mounting means (405). The sensing unit (402) is configured with one or more mounting provisions, which enables the sensing unit (402) to get detachably mounted to the bracket member (401) on the front face (503). The front face (503) comprises plurality of the mounting openings for mounting of the sensing unit. The front face (503) is seen with respect to the front of the vehicle (100). The bracket member (401) also comprises a pair of flanged extensions (501, 502). The flanged extensions comprise a first mounting opening (602) and a second mounting opening (603) respectively. The first mounting opening (602) and a second mounting opening (603) enables to connect with the lower mounting portion (406) of the headlamp assembly (101).

[0065] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the sensing unit (402) comprises a Printed circuit boards (PCB) (601) which enables the sensing unit (402) to sense and detect. The sensing unit (402) is mounted on the bracket member (401) such that the PCB is disposed towards the front of the vehicle (100).

[0066] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the padding member (403) is disposed around an outer periphery of the sensing unit (402) towards the front portion of the vehicle (100). More specifically, the padding member (403) is disposed such that the PCB is exposed. To prevent entry of dust or debris in sensing assembly (108) the profile of the padding member (403) maps with the profile of the sensing unit. As per an embodiment of the present invention the padding member (403) is made of material having rubber characteristics or silicon characteristics. More specifically the purpose of the padding member (403) is to seal any gap between the cover member (404) and the sensing unit, disposed as the outermost member of the sensing assembly (108), when viewed front view of the vehicle (100).

[0067] As par an embodiment of the present invention the cover member (404) is configured to cover the outer periphery of the sensing unit (402) towards the frontportion of the vehicle (100). More specifically when viewed from the front view of the vehicle (100), the cover member (404) is the outermost member of the sensing assembly (108). The primary purpose of the cover member (404) is to provide antitheft protection to the sensing assembly (108) while ensuring a seamless layout with the headlamp assembly (101) of the vehicle (100). An inner portion of the cover member (404) which is direct proximity to the sensing unit (402) and the padding member (403) , is configured to map with a profile of the sensing unit (402). Thus, the inner portion off the cover member (404) conceals the sensing unit (402) when viewed from front view of the vehicle (100). More specifically as seen from the figure number 7, the inner portion is configured to have an extended portion which provides anti-theft features to the sensing assembly (108). The extended portion extends towards the ground plane, such that the extended portion is configured to expose the PCB while covering the outermost periphery of the sensing unit. The cover member (404) is configured with first side portion (702), and a second side portion (703), which enables the cover member (404) to map with the profile of the headlamp assembly (101).

[0068] Figure 9 illustrates a side view of a vehicle as per another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 10 illustrates a front view of the vehicle as shown in Fig. 9, as per an embodiment of the present invention. The figure 9 and the figure 10 are explained together for the sake of brevity. The vehicle (900) comprises a frame assembly (900a) which is a structural part of the vehicle (900). The frame assembly (900a) is configured to mount plurality of vehicle components. The frame assembly (900a) comprises a main tube, a head tube (901), and an extending front member (904). The head tube (901) of the vehicle (900) is configured to extends inclinedly downwards of the vehicle (900). The main tube extends towards a rear of the vehicle (900) from the head tube (901). The extending front member (904) is configured extends towards the front of the vehicle (900) from the head tube (901). The head tube (901) is aligned with the steering pivot or steering axis of the vehicle (900). The head tube (901) along with the extending front member (904) supports plurality of vehicle components which are disposed at a front portion of the vehicle (900) such as a headlamp assembly (200), a fairing assembly (907), a visorassembly (106) etc. The fairing assembly (107) of the vehicle (900) includes plurality of fairing member which are configured to provide optimum aerodynamic effect and reduces air resistance and air drag.

[0069] In the vehicle (900), the fairing assembly (907) comprises a front and side panels that cover the engine and other mechanical components, providing not only aerodynamic benefits but also protection against debris, weather, and impacts. The fairing assembly (907) include a front fairing member (907a) which is configured to cover the front portion of the vehicle (900). The front fairing member (907a) is configured adjacent to one or more headlamp units of a headlamp assembly (200) of the vehicle (900).

[0070] The headlamp assembly (200) of the vehicle (900) also comprises a headlamp stay member. The headlamp stay member is configured to mount the one or more headlamp units of the vehicle (900). The headlamp stay is mounted to the extending front member (904) of the frame assembly (900a) by one or more mounting means.

[0071] The vehicle (900) further comprises a sensing assembly (908) which is configured to part of a vehicle rider assist system. The sensing assembly (908) comprises one or more sensing units (202); and a sensing unit mounting bracket. Illustratively, the one or more sensing units (202) are RADAR sensors. The sensing unit mounting bracket (109) is configured to mount the one or more sensing units (202) to the vehicle (100). The sensing unit mounting bracket (109) comprises a first portion, and a second portion, The first portion of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) is configured to mount the one or more sensing units (202). As per an embodiment of the present invention, the first portion of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) is configured with plurality of mounting means which are configured to mount the one or more sensing unit. The second portion of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) being mounted to a frame assembly (900a) of the vehicle (900). Typically, a stress zone (P) of the sensing assembly (908) will experience the maximum stress or force due to overhang of the vehicle (900) components at the front portion of the vehicle (900).

[0072] As par an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle (900) includes the one or more sensing unit of the sensing assembly (908) is disposed between a predefined zone. The predefined zone is defined between a first axis (AA’) and a second axis (BB”). The first axis (AA”) passes tangentially through an upper portion of a front wheel assembly (110). The second axis (BB”) passes tangentially through the top-most portion of the visor assembly (106). Further, as per yet another embodiment of the present invention, the pre-defined zone is defined between the first axis (AA’), the second axis (BB”), a third axis (CC”), and a fourth axis (DD”). The third axis (CC”) is defined to extend tangentially along front most portion of the fairing assembly (907) of the vehicle (900). The fourth axis (DD”) is defined to extend tangentially along a central axis of the head tube.

[0073] The sensing assembly (108) is mounted towards the front of the vehicle (900) such that no other vehicle components come in the FOV of the one or more sensing unit. As per an embodiment of the present invention, it is crucial that the one or more sensing unit is disposed at a first pre-defined distance (P”) from the front wheel assembly (110) of the vehicle (900). The first pre-defined distance (P”) ensures that at vehicle (900) operating condition when the damper assembly of the front wheel assembly (110) are fully compressed, the front wheel assembly (110) should not interfere at the FOV of the sensing assembly (908). The sensing assembly (908) at an optimal height minimizes interference from nearby vehicle components or structures. Mounting the sensor too low increases the likelihood of interference from the vehicle own components, such as the bumper or front wheel assembly, which can distort radar signals and compromise detection accuracy. As per an embodiment of the present invention, the first pre-defined distance (P”) ranges from 15 millimetres to 150 millimetres. For example, the first pre-defined distance (P”) is 80 millimetres.

[0074] As per an aspect of the present invention, while the vehicle (900) is standing on a ground plane (not shown), the one or more sensing unit is configured at a second pre-defined distance (not shown) from the ground plane, such that the one or more sensing unit is at an optimal distance from the ground plane. As per anembodiment of the present invention the second pre-defined distance ranges from 50 centimetres to 100 centimetres. It is important to dispose the sensing assembly (908) at the second pre-defined distance because placing the sensing assembly (908) too near the ground plane can limit its ability to detect objects at a distance, potentially reducing the overall effectiveness of collision detection and avoidance systems. Further, the mounting of the one or more sensing unit at an optimum height prevents obstruction in the one or more sensing unit’s field of view or causing damage, leading to inaccurate readings or system failure. Moreover, the second predefined distance ensures consistent performance of the one or more sensing unit across varying terrain types. For example, the sensing assembly (908) which is mounted too low towards the ground place may be susceptible to interference from uneven road surfaces, bumps, or obstacles, potentially affecting one or more sensing unit’s (908) ability to accurately detect objects and hazards.

[0075] Figure 11 illustrate a rear view of a component of a headlamp assembly (200) with certain parts omitted as per an embodiment of the present invention. As mentioned above, the headlamp assembly (200) comprises a headlamp stay member (300), which is a bracket for mounting of one or more headlamp units. The front portion of the headlamp stay member (300) is mounted to a rear portion of the front panel member when viewed from front view of the vehicle (900). As per an embodiment of the present invention, the headlamp stay member (300) is configured with a first opening (304). The profile of the first opening (304) is configured to map with a profile of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109).

[0076] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) comprises an extended stay portion (1301) and a reinforcement portion (1302). The reinforcement portion (1302) is configured to extend from a portion of the extended stay portion (1301) towards the extending front member (904). The reinforcement portion (1302) enables to increase the strength of the sensing assembly (908) and the headlamp assembly (200). Further the reinforcement portion (1302) is configured to support at least a portion of theheadlamp assembly (200). Thus, the mounting bracket member enables to arrest any vibration that could be experience during vehicle (900) riding conditions.

[0077] Figure 12, Figure 13, and Figure 14 illustrates an exploded view of the vehicle (900) components as per an embodiment of the present invention. The figure 12, figure 13, and figure 14 are described together for sake of brevity. The sensing unit mounting bracket (109) is configured to extend towards the frame assembly (900a) of the vehicle (900) passing through the first opening (304) of the headlamp stay member (300). More specifically, the second portion of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) is mounted to the extended front member (104) by passing across the first opening (304), such that the first portion of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) is disposed in front of the first opening (304), and the second portion of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) is disposed at a rear portion of the first opening (304), when the vehicle (900) is viewed from front side.

[0078] As per an embodiment of the present invention, the one or more sensing units (202) is disposed sandwichly between the front fairing member (907a) and the headlamp stay member (300). Further, the front fairing member (907a) comprises a second opening (902), such that the one or sensing unit is disposed around an inner periphery of the second opening (902). More specifically, the a front face of the one or more sensing unit is configured to be visible thought the second opening (902) when the vehicle (900) is viewed in front view. An edge portions of the second opening (902) is overlaps with at least a portion of a sensing unit edge portions when the vehicle (900) is viewed from a front view. This provides antitheft protection to the one or more sensing units (202).

[0079] Further, as per an embodiment of the present invention a padding member (403) being disposed between the one or more sensing units (202), and an inner periphery of the second opening (902). The padding member (403) protects entry of water or external elements in towards the sensing assembly (108). As per an embodiment of the present invention, when viewed from front portion of the vehicle (900) the lower portion of the second opening (902) is configured with a slanted profile. The slanted profile enables to escape waters, thereby preventing stagnationof water nearby the sensing assembly (108). The second opening (902) is configured that the front most portion of the fairing assembly (907) such that it does not interfere with the FOV of the one or more sensing unit.

[0080] The present invention advantageously provides a vehicle (100) comprising a sensing assembly (108) which is disposed between the predefined zone (104) defined by the first axis (AA”), the second axis (BB”), the third axis (CC”), and the fourth axis (DD”). The pre-defined zone ensure that no other object or vehicle (100) component comes in the way of the FOV of the sensing assembly (108). Therefore, the sensing unit is configured to operate at optimum capacity. In other words, the present invention to mount the sensing assembly (108) in such a way that the FOV of the sensing unit (402) is not interfered due to any other vehicle (100) components. Therefore, accuracy and optimum performance of the sensing unit (402) can be ensured at all vehicle (100) riding conditions.

[0081] Further advantageously, the sensing assembly (108) is mounted to the vehicle (100) through the bracket member (401), which is rotatably coupled to a steering axis or the pair of fork forks of the vehicle (100). Therefore, the sensing assembly (108) is configured to rotate with the rotation or manoeuvring of the steering assembly of the vehicle (100). Thus, the response lag between actual vehicle (100) manoeuvres and detection capabilities of the sensing assembly (108) is significantly reduced or eliminated. In other words, the present invention ensures that the direction of manoeuvrability of the vehicle (100) is aligned with the Field of View (FOV) of the sensing unit. Thereby the sensing assembly (108) detects real-time operating conditions of the vehicle (100), more particularly vehicle (100) movements, thereby enhancing collision detection accuracy and situational awareness for drivers.

[0082] Further, advantageously the present invention eliminates the need of an auxiliary sensing unit (402) which detects the actual manoeuvring of the vehicle (100). Therefore, the present invention ensure that the sensing assembly (108) is mounted to the vehicle (100) without increase in maintenance and cost of the manufacturing.

[0083] Further, advantageously the present invention ensures that the sensing assembly (108) is mounted to the vehicle (100) without compromising or significant changes in the existing layout of the vehicle (100).

[0084] Further advantageously, the padding member (403) of the sensing assembly (108) is mounted such that entry of dust, debris or any other foreign particles in eliminated into the sensing assembly (108) of the vehicle (100).

[0085] Further advantageously the cover member (404) provides anti-theft protection to the sensing assembly (108) while ensuring a seamless layout with the headlamp assembly (101) of the vehicle (100). The inner portion of the cover member (404) is configured with an extended portion which provides anti-theft features to the sensing assembly (108).

[0086] Advantageously, the one or more sensing unit is disposed in a predefined zone to ensure an unobstructed field of view (FOV). More specifically, the mounting of the one or more sensing unit is not masked up by any component of the vehicle (900). Thereby, the present invention ensures accuracy and optimize the performance of the sensing unit under all vehiclenoperating conditions. Ensuring an unimpeded FOV is crucial for allowing the sensing unit to effectively detect obstacles, monitor surroundings, and gather essential data for vehicle rider assist systems.

[0087] Further advantageously, the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) is configured to mount the one or more sensing unit in which the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) comprises a reinforcement portion (1302) . Thus, the present invention ensures that the one or more sensing unit is securely mounted to the frame assembly (900a) while ensuring that vibrations experienced by the vehicle (900) during riding conditions are not transmitted to the sensing unit of the sensing assembly (108). In other words, the present invention provides a stable and secure mounting of the sensing assembly (108), thereby minimizing disruptions to its functionality caused by external factors such as road imperfections, engine vibrations, or uneven terrain.

[0088] Further advantageously, the edge portions of the second opening (902) which is configured to overlap with at least a portion of a sensing unit edge portions ensure anti-theft security to the one or more sensing unit of the sensing assembly (108). Thereby, the present invention prevents unwanted tampering or theft of the sensing unit, thus ensuring security and longevity of the sensing assembly (108).

[0089] Further advantageously, the lower portion of the second opening (902) is configured with a slanted profile when viewed from front portion of the vehicle (900), which prevents water stagnation around the sensing unit. Thus, the present invention ensures that to prevent short circuits, corrosion of electrical components, and overall failure of the device due to water stagnation around or within the sensor assembly can cause.

[0090] In light of the above-mentioned advantages and the technical advancements provided by the disclosed method and system, the claimed steps as discussed above are not routine, conventional, or well understood in the art, as the claimed steps enable the following solutions to the existing problems in conventional technologies. Further, the claimed steps clearly bring an improvement in the functioning of the guard assembly itself as the claimed steps and constructional features provide a technical solution to a technical problem.

[0091] Finally, the language used in the specification has been principally selected for readability and instructional purposes, and it may not have been selected to delineate or circumscribe the inventive subject matter and is therefore intended that the scope of the invention be limited not by this detailed description, but rather by any claims that issue on an application based here on. Accordingly, the embodiments of the present invention are intended to be illustrative, but not limiting, of the scope of the invention, which is set forth in the following claims.

[0092] While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed herein, other aspects and embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The various aspects and embodiments disclosed herein are for purposes of illustration and are not intended to be limiting, with the true scope and spirit being indicated by the following claims.

[0093] A person with ordinary skills in the art will appreciate that the systems, modules, and sub-modules have been illustrated and explained to serve as examples and should not be considered limiting in any manner. It will be further appreciated that the variants of the above disclosed system elements, modules, and other features and functions, or alternatives thereof, may be combined to create other different systems or applications.

[0094] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that any of the aforementioned steps and / or system modules may be suitably replaced, reordered, or removed, and additional steps and / or system modules may be inserted, depending on the needs of a particular application. In addition, the systems of the aforementioned embodiments may be implemented using a wide variety of suitable processes and system modules, and are not limited to any particular determiner hardware, software, middleware, firmware, microcode, and the like. The claims can encompass embodiments for hardware and software, or a combination thereof.

[0095] While the present disclosure has been described with reference to certain embodiments, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes may be made, and equivalents may be substituted without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. In addition, many modifications may be made to adapt a particular situation or material to the teachings of the present disclosure without departing from its scope. Therefore, it is intended that the present disclosure is not limited to the particular embodiment disclosed, but that the present disclosure will include all embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

We claim:

1. A vehicle (100) comprising: a handlebar assembly (103), the handlebar assembly (103) is configured to enable maneuvering of the vehicle (100); a front wheel assembly (110), the front wheel assembly (110) is coupled to the handlebar assembly (103); a cluster assembly (102), the cluster assembly (102) is disposed at a proximity of the handlebar assembly (103); a sensing assembly (108); the sensing assembly (108) is configured at a predefined zone (104), the predefined zone (104) is defined between the front wheel assembly (110) and the cluster assembly (102).

2. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the predefined zone (104) is defined a first axis (AA”), a second axis (BB”), a third axis (CC”), and a fourth axis (DD”), wherein the first axis (AA”) extends tangentially along a portion of the front wheel assembly (110) and a front most portion of a headlamp assembly (101) of the vehicle (100), and wherein the second axis (BB”) extends along a central axis of the head tube (301) of the vehicle (100), and wherein the third axis (CC”) extends tangentially along a top portion of the front wheel assembly (110) and wherein the fourth axis (DD”) extends along a top portion of the cluster assembly (102).

3. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sensing assembly (108) is disposed at a first pre-defined distance (P”) from the front wheel assembly (HO), wherein the first pre-defined distance (P”) ranges from 15 millimeters to 150 millimeters; the sensing assembly (108) is configured at a second pre-defined distance (Q) from the headtube (301) of the vehicle (100), wherein the second pre-defined distance (Q) ranges from 120 millimeters to 500 millimeters; andthe sensing assembly (108) is configured at a third pre-defined distance (Z) from a ground plane (GG”), wherein the third pre-defined distance (Z) ranges from 50 centimeters to 100 centimeters.

4. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sensing assembly (108) comprises a sensing unit (402), a bracket member (401), a padding member (403), and a cover member (404).

5. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein a pair of front fork assembly (105a, 105b, 107) includes a lower bracket member (107), wherein the lower bracket member (107) being configured to join the pair of front forks (105a, 105b), wherein the bracket member (401) is mounted to the lower bracket member (107).

6. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the sensing assembly (108) is configured a predefined proximal distance from a front face of the lower bracket member (107), wherein the predefined proximal distance ranges from 2 millimeter to 300 millimeters.

7. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the bracket member (401) is configured to detachably mount the sensing unit (402) on a front face (503), the front face (503) being disposed towards a front portion of the vehicle (100), wherein the bracket member (401) is configured with a base portion (504), the base portion (504) is configured to mount a lower mounting portion (406) of the headlamp assembly (101) of the vehicle (100) through one or more mounting means (405).

8. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the bracket member (401) is comprises a pair of flanged extensions (501, 502), wherein the flanged extensions (501, 502) comprise a first mounting opening (602) and a second mounting opening (603), wherein the first mounting opening (602) and thesecond mounting opening (603) being configured to connect with a lower mounting portion (406) of the headlamp assembly (101).

9. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the padding member (403) is disposed around an outer periphery of the sensing unit (402) towards a front portion of the vehicle (100).

10. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the cover member (404) is configured to cover an outer periphery of the sensing unit (402) towards a front portion of the vehicle (100), wherein an inner portion of the cover member (404) and the padding member (403) is configured to map with a profile of the sensing unit (402), wherein the inner portion is configured to have an extended portion (701).

11. The vehicle (100) as claimed in claim 10, wherein the cover member (404) is configured with a first side portion (702), and a second side portion (703), wherein the first side portion (702), and a second side portion (703) maps with the profile of the headlamp assembly (101).

12. A sensing assembly (108) comprising: a sensing unit (402), a bracket member (401), the bracket member (401) is configured to detachably mount the sensing unit (402); a padding member (403), the padding member (403) is disposed around an outer periphery of the sensing unit (402); and a cover member (404), the cover member (404) is configured to cover the outer periphery of the sensing unit (402).

13. The sensing assembly (108) as claimed in claim 12, wherein the sensing unit (402) is a radar sensor.

14. The sensing assembly (108) as claimed in claim 12, wherein the bracket member (401) is integrally mounted to the lower bracket member (107).

15. The sensing assembly (108) as claimed in claim 12, wherein the bracket member (401) is comprising a pair of flanged extensions (501, 502), wherein the pair of flanged extensions (501, 502) being configured to connect with a lower mounting portion (406) of a headlamp of the vehicle (100) through one or more mounting means (405).

16. A vehicle (900) comprising: a frame assembly (900a), a headlamp assembly (200) being mounted to the frame assembly (900a); a sensing assembly (908), the sensing assembly (908) comprises: one or more sensing units (202); a sensing unit mounting bracket (109), wherein a first portion of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) being configured to mount the one or more sensing units (202), and a second end of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) being mounted to a frame assembly (900a) of the vehicle (100).

17. The vehicle (900) as claimed in claim 16, wherein the headlamp assembly (200) comprises a headlamp stay member (300), wherein the headlamp stay member (300) being configured to mount one or more headlamp units (201) of the vehicle (100) wherein the headlamp stay member (300) being configured with a first opening (304), wherein profile of the first opening (304) being configured to map with a profile of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109).

18. The vehicle (900) as claimed in claim 16, wherein the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) being configured to extend towards the frame assembly (900a) of the vehicle (900) passing through the first opening (304).

19. The vehicle (900) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the frame assembly (900a) comprises a head tube (901) configured to extend inclinedly downwards, anextending front member (904) extending toward a front portion of the vehicle (900) from the head tube (901), wherein the second end of the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) being detachably mounted to the extending front member (904).

20. The vehicle (900) as claimed in claim 16, wherein the vehicle (900) comprises a fairing assembly (907), wherein the fairing assembly (907) include a front fairing member (907a) configured adjacent to the one or more headlamp units (201) wherein a front portion of the headlamp stay member (300) being mounted to a rear portion of the front fairing member (907a) when viewed from front view of the vehicle (900).

21. The vehicle (900) as claimed in claim 16, wherein the one or more sensing units (202) being disposed sandwichly between the front fairing member (907a) and the headlamp stay member (300), wherein the front fairing member (907a) comprises a second opening (902), wherein the one or sensing unit disposed around an inner periphery of the second opening (902).

22. The vehicle (900) as claimed in claim 16, wherein a padding member (403) being disposed between the one or more sensing units (202), and an inner periphery of the second opening (902).

23. The vehicle (900) as claimed in claim 16, wherein the sensing unit mounting bracket (109) comprises an extended stay portion (1301) and a reinforcement portion (1302), wherein the reinforcement portion (1302) being configured to extend from a portion of the extended stay portion (1301) towards the extending front member (904) wherein the reinforcement portion (1302) being configured to support at least a portion of the headlamp assembly (200).

24. The vehicle (900) as claimed in claim 16, wherein the one or more sensing units (202) being disposed in a predefined zone of the vehicle (900), wherein the predefined zone being defined between a first axis (AA’) and a second axis (BB”), ,a third axis (CC”), and a fourth axis (DD”) wherein the firstaxis (AA”) passes tangentially through an upper portion of a front wheel assembly (110), the second axis (BB”) passes tangentially through the topmost portion of the visor assembly (106), the pre-defined zone being defined between the first axis (AA’), the second axis (BB”), the third axis (CC”) being defined to extend tangentially along front most portion of the fairing assembly (907), and the fourth axis (DD”) being configured to extend tangentially along a central axis of the head tube (901), wherein the one or more sensing unit being disposed at a first pre-defined distance (P”) from a front wheel assembly (110) of the vehicle (900).

25. The vehicle (900) as claimed in claim 16, wherein a lower portion of the second opening (902) being configured with a slanted profile when viewed from front portion of the vehicle (900) wherein an edge portions of the second opening (902) is configured to overlap with at least a portion of a sensing unit edge portions, when the vehicle (900) is viewed from a front view.

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