Vehicular Sensor Support with Tilting Calibration Mechanism

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing vehicular sensor systems for ADAS require manual and imprecise calibration, leading to increased time and cost for precise installation and positioning, especially when adapting to different vehicle setups.

Innovation Solution

A support system with an adjustable tilting mechanism and calibrated screws allows for quick and accurate adjustment of sensor inclination, using a fulcrum coupling and adjustable fastening mechanism to secure the sensor assembly within a vehicle housing.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If manual adjustment mechanisms are used for sensor calibration, then the sensor system can be installed in different vehicular setups, but the process becomes time-consuming and expensive

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadaptability to different vehicular setupsVSAvoidinstallation time

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The support system incorporates a tilting mechanism that enables dynamic adjustment of the sensor assembly's inclination angle. The sensor assembly can be tilted relative to the support structure along a predetermined axis, allowing adaptation to different vehicular setups without manual repositioning. This dynamic capability resolves the contradiction by providing versatility through mechanical adjustability while reducing installation time through standardized adjustment procedures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The invention changes the inclination angle parameter of the sensor assembly through the tilting mechanism. By adjusting the angle parameter within a predetermined range, the system adapts to different vehicular configurations. This parameter-based adjustment resolves the contradiction by enabling versatility through controlled parameter variation while maintaining efficient installation processes.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

2Adaptability or versatility

If manual adjustment mechanisms are used for sensor calibration, then the sensor system can be positioned correctly, but the precision and accuracy decrease

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadaptability to different vehicular setupsVSAvoidpositioning precision

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The tilting mechanism provides controlled dynamic adjustment of the sensor assembly's inclination, enabling precise positioning through mechanical means rather than manual methods. The predetermined axis of tilting ensures accurate angular adjustment, resolving the contradiction by maintaining positioning precision while providing adaptability to different vehicular setups.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The invention replaces imprecise manual adjustment mechanisms with a structured mechanical tilting system. The support system's built-in tilting mechanism provides controlled, repeatable angular adjustments along a predetermined axis, substituting manual operations with a more precise mechanical system that enhances positioning accuracy while maintaining versatility.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

3Adaptability or versatility

If manual adjustment mechanisms are used for sensor calibration, then the sensor system can be installed in different configurations, but the costs increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadaptability to different vehicular setupsVSAvoidinstallation cost

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The support system is designed with universal multi-functionality, incorporating a tilting mechanism that handles multiple adjustment requirements within a single integrated structure. This universal design resolves the contradiction by providing adaptability to different vehicular setups through one standardized system, reducing installation costs by eliminating the need for multiple specialized adjustment mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The tilting mechanism is designed to enable self-adjustment of the sensor assembly's inclination angle through standardized procedures. The predetermined axis of tilting and integrated fastening mechanisms allow the system to self-align and secure the sensor in the correct position, reducing the need for expensive manual calibration services and lowering installation costs while maintaining versatility.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentEP4685514A1Improved support system for a vehicular sensor assembly

Publication Date: 2026.01.28 IVECO SPA

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AI summary

Sensor assembly (3) for a vehicle (1), the sensor assembly (3) comprising a base portion (5) configured to be fixed to a wall (2) of the vehicle (1), a housing portion (8) and a tilting portion (9), the housing portion (8) being configured to house at least one sensor (S), the tilting portion (9) rigidly carrying said housing portion (8), the sensor assembly (3) comprising a support system (7) configured to connect the tilting portion (9) so as to adjust the relative position between said tilting portion (9) and the base portion (5).