Single knob multifunction controller and display unitA human-machine interface device for controlling a plurality of vehicle functions. The interface has a knob which is bidirectionally rotatable at a rest level and a pressed level. A selected one of th…DRIVE·Aug 31·1 min readFollowB60H1/0065DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORP [US]
Method and apparatus for assisting vehicle operatorA vehicle operator assistance system includes a user interface adapted to accept a user request for explanatory information relating to a particular vehicle operation, and to communicate explanatory i…DRIVE·Nov 17·1 min readFollowB60K35/10DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORP [US]
Continously variable transmission with improved response timeA method and arrangement for controlling a continuously variable transmission with improved response time, the continuously variable transmission having a first pulley engagable with an engine and hav…DRIVE·Sep 8·1 min readFollowB60W10/02DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORP [US]
Powder metal hydride hydrogen generatorA system for generating hydrogen gas for use in a fuel cell includes a powder metal hydride source, a water source, a mixing device and a catalytic hydrogen generating chamber. A method of generating …DRIVE·Sep 1·1 min readFollowB01J19/0066DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORP [US]
Reconfigurable menu display for a vehicle navigation systemA vehicle navigation system for a motor vehicle comprises a display screen (18) and an input device (20). A menu (26) having a plurality of menu items (28,32) is displayable on the display screen and …DRIVE·Aug 4·1 min readFollowG01C21/36DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORP [US]
Ethanol content rationality for a flexible fueled vehicleA method for checking the accuracy of an oxygen sensor based determination of the alcohol content of the fuel of a flexible fueled vehicle. Following the addition of fuel to the flexible fueled vehicl…DRIVE·Apr 23·1 min readFollowF02D19/0623DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORP [US]
Method of controlling a transmission having a dual clutch systemA method of controlling a dual clutch transmission of a motor vehicle, wherein the first clutch acts to transmit torque to the first driven gear, and the second clutch acts to transmit torque to the s…DRIVE·Jan 2·1 min readFollowF16D21/06DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORP [US]
Armrest storageAn automotive seat assembly for a compartmentalized pull-out armrest assembly includes a cover, an armrest storage compartment, and a seat cushion with an understorage compartment. The armrest storage…DRIVE·Aug 7·1 min readFollowB60N2/757DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORP [US]
