WO2015009610A1 - Systèmes, procédés et dispositifs d'intégration pour des capteurs de surveillance de pression de pneu - Google Patents

Systèmes, procédés et dispositifs d'intégration pour des capteurs de surveillance de pression de pneu Download PDF

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WO2015009610A1
WO2015009610A1 PCT/US2014/046491 US2014046491W WO2015009610A1 WO 2015009610 A1 WO2015009610 A1 WO 2015009610A1 US 2014046491 W US2014046491 W US 2014046491W WO 2015009610 A1 WO2015009610 A1 WO 2015009610A1
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Matthew D. Mcintyre
Jean-Christophe Deniau
Brian J. Farrell
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Continental Automotive Systems, Inc.
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Priority claimed from US13/942,168 external-priority patent/US20150015388A1/en
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Priority to GB1600246.1A priority Critical patent/GB2533052B/en
Priority to DE112014003281.6T priority patent/DE112014003281T5/de
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60C—VEHICLE TYRES; TYRE INFLATION; TYRE CHANGING; CONNECTING VALVES TO INFLATABLE ELASTIC BODIES IN GENERAL; DEVICES OR ARRANGEMENTS RELATED TO TYRES
    • B60C23/00—Devices for measuring, signalling, controlling, or distributing tyre pressure or temperature, specially adapted for mounting on vehicles; Arrangement of tyre inflating devices on vehicles, e.g. of pumps or of tanks; Tyre cooling arrangements
    • B60C23/02—Signalling devices actuated by tyre pressure
    • B60C23/04—Signalling devices actuated by tyre pressure mounted on the wheel or tyre
    • B60C23/0408—Signalling devices actuated by tyre pressure mounted on the wheel or tyre transmitting the signals by non-mechanical means from the wheel or tyre to a vehicle body mounted receiver
    • B60C23/0471—System initialisation, e.g. upload or calibration of operating parameters
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60C—VEHICLE TYRES; TYRE INFLATION; TYRE CHANGING; CONNECTING VALVES TO INFLATABLE ELASTIC BODIES IN GENERAL; DEVICES OR ARRANGEMENTS RELATED TO TYRES
    • B60C23/00—Devices for measuring, signalling, controlling, or distributing tyre pressure or temperature, specially adapted for mounting on vehicles; Arrangement of tyre inflating devices on vehicles, e.g. of pumps or of tanks; Tyre cooling arrangements
    • B60C23/02—Signalling devices actuated by tyre pressure
    • B60C23/04—Signalling devices actuated by tyre pressure mounted on the wheel or tyre
    • B60C23/0408—Signalling devices actuated by tyre pressure mounted on the wheel or tyre transmitting the signals by non-mechanical means from the wheel or tyre to a vehicle body mounted receiver
    • B60C23/0471—System initialisation, e.g. upload or calibration of operating parameters
    • B60C23/0472—System initialisation, e.g. upload or calibration of operating parameters to manually allocate ID codes or mounting positions, e.g. by service technicians
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60C—VEHICLE TYRES; TYRE INFLATION; TYRE CHANGING; CONNECTING VALVES TO INFLATABLE ELASTIC BODIES IN GENERAL; DEVICES OR ARRANGEMENTS RELATED TO TYRES
    • B60C23/00—Devices for measuring, signalling, controlling, or distributing tyre pressure or temperature, specially adapted for mounting on vehicles; Arrangement of tyre inflating devices on vehicles, e.g. of pumps or of tanks; Tyre cooling arrangements
    • B60C23/02—Signalling devices actuated by tyre pressure
    • B60C23/04—Signalling devices actuated by tyre pressure mounted on the wheel or tyre
    • B60C23/0408—Signalling devices actuated by tyre pressure mounted on the wheel or tyre transmitting the signals by non-mechanical means from the wheel or tyre to a vehicle body mounted receiver
    • B60C23/0479—Communicating with external units being not part of the vehicle, e.g. tools for diagnostic, mobile phones, electronic keys or service stations

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  • the present invention relates to systems, methods and devices for the integration of tire pressure monitoring sensors to a. tire pressure monitoring system of a. vehicle,
  • TPMS tire pressure monitoring systems
  • TPM sensors tire pressure monitoring sensors
  • the TPM sensors monitor tire pressure within a respective tire and transmits a wireless signal to the central module which is indicative of tire pressure. Should the sensed pressure be outside of an acceptable range or a substantial change in tire pressure occur, an alarm is generated and transmitted to the user of the vehicle,
  • TPM sensors require replacement by service technicians due to damage, depleted battery or otherwise.
  • This requires installation and integration of new TPM sensors with a TPMS of a vehicle.
  • the technician places the vehicle in a learning mode, according to original equipment manufacturers (OEM) procedures, requiring each TPM sensor to be triggered for identification purposes.
  • Placement of the TPMS 14 into a learning mode is achieved through the performance of one or more steps, such as cycling an ignition key, pressing remote buttons, depressing a brake pedal, utilizing door lock switches, utilizing headlight switches, combinations thereof, or otherwise.
  • the technician then sequentially triggers each sensor of a wheel unit, utilizing a TPMS tool, causing each sensor, new and existing, to transmit a wireless signal to a control module of the TPMS.
  • These tools communicate with a TPM sensor through low frequency signals which communicates with the TPMS through higher radio frequency signals.
  • the control module records an identifier, which may comprise numbers, letters, a combinations of numbers and letters or any other identifying indicator, of each signal so as to interpret the location of the TPM sensor data during operation thereof.
  • TPM sensors that can be configured, through flash programming or program selection, by a service technician with suitable operating software for a particular make, model and year of a vehicle.
  • this requires the purchase and maintenance of expensive tools, such as the TECH400SD, sold by Bartec USA at www.bartecusa.com, or otherwise.
  • the purchase and maintenance of TPM sensor configuration tools can be considerable as service stations should maintain one configuration tool for a certain amount of vehicles anticipated to be serviced. Accordingly, the greater number of anticipated clientele, the more configuration tools must be on hand and maintained. Furthermore, the substantial cost of configuration tools effectively eliminates individuals from servicing their own TPMS.
  • TPM sensor tools In another aspect, with the continual expansion of the TPMS market, due to increasing number of vehicles being sold with TPMS, TPM sensor tools must be continually updated to include not only new TPMS models introduced every year, but also improved software for existing TPM sensors. Accordingly, existing configuration tools must have new memory modules purchased and installed to include the new TPMS data. Alternatively, each configuration tool must be connected to a. computer in order to download program software updates, via the internet, or otherwise. In either instance, time must be dedicated for the accessing and installatio of updated program software onto configuration tools.
  • the present approaches provide improved systems, methods and devices for the integration of tire pressure monitoring (TPM) sensors with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) of a vehicle. More specifically, in one aspect, the present invention provides a TPM sensor integration system including a central station configured for access by one or more TPMS tools to provide real-time access of current TPM sensor program software. In another aspect, the present approaches provide simplified and cost effective TPM tools for communication with TPM sensors. Other aspects should become apparent as shown and described herein,
  • TPM tools it is possible to reduce or eliminate downtime required for updating TPM sensor program software, communication configuration, or otherwise, for use by TPM tools. Further, the cost and maintenance of TPM tools is reduced through the elimination of required software updates. Still further, the cost and maintenance of TPM tools is reduced through the reduction in complexity of the tools, e.g. processing, memory or otherwise, by utilizing a central station for storing and initiating software commands to be utilized by TPM tools. Other advantageous features should become apparent as shown and described herein.
  • a method of integrating a tire pressure monitoring sensor with a tire pressure monitoring system of a vehicle includes the step of selecting with a computer a program software for a tire pressure monitoring sensor of a tire pressure monitoring system of a vehicle. The method further includes transmitting the selected program software from the computer to a configuration tool for a tire pressure monitoring sensor. The method further includes utilizing the selected program software to integrate the tire pressure monitoring sensor with the tire pressure monitoring system of the vehicle.
  • a system for integrating a tire pressure monitoring sensor with a tire pressure monitoring system of a vehicle includes a configuration tool adapted to communicate with a tire pressure monitoring sensor that is useable with a tire pressure monitoring system of a vehicle.
  • the system further includes a computer having access to a program software for a tire pressure monitoring sensor.
  • the system further includes a communication link formed between the configuration tool and the computer, wherein the computer is configured to transmit the program software to the configuration tool through the communication link.
  • a hand-held configuration tool adapted to communicate with a tire pressure monitoring sensor of a tire pressure monitoring system of a vehicle.
  • the tool includes a low frequency transmitter and receiver suitable for communication with a tire pressure monitoring sensor.
  • the tool further includes a radio frequency receiver suitable for receiving data over a. Wi-Fi network.
  • the tool further includes a memory device configured to store information received by the radio frequency receiver,
  • a computer-readable memory device storing computer program instructions, which when executed by a. computer comprising at least one processor results in: i) generating a. user interface for selection of a program software for a tire pressure monitoring sensor; and ii) transmission over a Wi-Fi network the selected program software to a configuration tool for a tire pressure monitoring sensor.
  • a tire pressure monitoring sensor includes a pressure sensor configured for monitoring air pressure and generating signals indicative thereof.
  • the sensor further includes a receiver configured for communication with a computer.
  • the sensor further includes a processing unit and memory device including software for storing configuration or program software, transmitted by the computer and received by the receiver, onto a memory device of the tire pressure sensor,
  • Fig. 1 illustrates a schematic view of an exemplary integration system for a tire pressure monitoring sensor according to various embodiments of the present invention.
  • Fig, 2 illustrates a schematic view of another exemplary integration system for a. tire pressure monitoring sensor according to various embodiments of the present invention.
  • FIG. 3 illustrates a top view of an exemplary configuration tool for a tire pressure monitoring sensor according to various embodiments of the present invention.
  • FIG. 4 illustrates a schematic view of an exemplary configuration tool for a tire pressure monitoring sensor according to various embodiments of the present invention.
  • FIG. 5 illustrates a schematic view of an exemplary computer for identification and selection of a program software for a tire pressure monitoring sensor according to various embodiments of the present invention
  • Fig, 6 illustrates a top view of a tire pressure monitoring sensor including an integrated circuit according to various embodiments of the present invention
  • Fig, 7 illustrates a flow chart illustrating an exemplary method of integrating a tire pressure monitoring sensor with a tire pressure monitoring system according to various embodiments of the present invention.
  • FIG. 1 and 2 an exemplary integration system 10 for integration of a tire pressure monitoring (TPM) sensor 12 with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) 14 of a vehicle 16 is shown.
  • the integration system 10 includes a configuration tool 18 configured for communication with a TPM sensor 12 and in several particular configurations programming or configuring of a TPM sensor 12 with suitable program software for communication and/or operation with a TPMS 14 of a vehicle 16.
  • the configuration tool 18 is in communication with a computer 20 through a wireless hub 22.
  • the computer 20 includes a user interface 24 for selection of a suitable program software (e.g. operating instructions, communication protocol, or otherwise) for a TPM sensor and/or configuration tool.
  • the computer 20 is further configured for transmission of the selected suitable program software to a configuration tool 18, through the wireless hub 22.
  • the computer 20 includes or is in communication with a database of program software 26.
  • the program software utilized by the integrations system. 10 may comprise different, forms depending upon the TPM sensor 12, TPMS 14 or both.
  • the program software includes communication protocols, operation instructions or both for the TPM sensor.
  • the program software provides such instructions.
  • the configuration tool 18 is utilized by the configuration tool 18 for communication with the TPM sensor, it should also be appreciated that the configuration tool 18 may also utilize the program instruction in the first two examples for communication with the TPM sensor.
  • a user of the of the integration system 10 identifies a particular vehicle in which one or more TPM sensors 12 are to be installed and integrated with a TPMS 14 of the vehicle.
  • the user then utilizes the computer 20 to select the program software to be utilized by a new or replacement TPM sensor 12 for the identified vehicle.
  • the user selects the suitable program software and initiates the transfer of information pertaining to the program software to a configuration tool 18, via wireless hub 22.
  • the transferred selected suitable program information is received by the configuration tool With the configuration tool, the user then instructs the TPM sensor 12, through the configuration tool 18, to operate according to the selected suitable program information.
  • This may include installation of the suitable program software onto a memory device of the TPM sensor 12, instructions to the TPM sensor 12 to operate according to a particular suitable program software (e.g. operation according to a particular operating instruction, communication protocol, or othenvise), instructions to the TPMS sensor to communicate with the TPMS 14 of the vehicle 16, or otherwise cause integration of the TPM sensor with the vehicle, either before or after installation onto a wheel unit 28 of the vehicle 56.
  • a particular suitable program software e.g. operation according to a particular operating instruction, communication protocol, or othenvise
  • the configuration tool 58 may be utilized to instruct a plurality of TPMS sensors 12, either sequentially or all at once.
  • the configuration tool 58 itself may be programmed through the computer 20 and wireless huh 22 to communicate or operate in a suitable manner, e.g.
  • the configuration tool is in communication with a control module 30 of the TPMS 14 or an electronic control unit 32 of the vehicle 16 for downloading or uploading information pertaining to existing or newly installed TPM sensor, such as an identifier or otherwise.
  • the program software may include a single piece of code or multiple pieces of code. Such software or pieces of code can include communication protocols such as transmission frequency, data, format or otherwise. Such software or pieces of code can alternatively include operation instructions for function of the TPM sensor. Still further, the software or pieces of code can include a combination of communication protocols and operation instruction, or otherwise.
  • the operating instructions includes a single software program (or routine) or multiple software programs (or routines or subroutines) for causing the sensor to operate, which may be according to original manufacturers specification for a TPM sensor or a tire pressure monitoring system.
  • the one or more software programs causes: i) tire pressure to be measured, ii) temperature of air within a tire to be measured, iii) tire pressure data to be calibrated based upon temperature, iv) a signal to be generated and transmitted according to original manufacturers specification, v) analysis of signals received by a receiver of the TPM sensor, vi) generation of a response signal to a signal received by a receiver of the TPM sensor, vii) formation of communication protocols (such as data structure, computer instructions or otherwise., viii) combinations thereof, or ix) otherwise.
  • the program software becomes permanently, or semi-permanently, embedded within a memory device of the TPM sensor to prevent change or substantial change of the program software.
  • the protocol comprises data structure of signals being generated and analyzed by the TPM sensor.
  • the protocol can be implemented by program software received by or existing within a memory device the TPM sensor.
  • the protocol may be automatically implemented whe received by the TPM sensor, the protocol may include instruction for implementation, or otherwise.
  • the protocol may include one or more of: i) data structure, ii) computer instructions, iii) transmission frequency, iv) data frames per transmission, v) time periods between transmission, or vi) otherwise.
  • the transmission received by the TPM sensor includes an indication that the signal comprises a protocol signal and includes communication protocol for the TPM sensor to operate, includes the data structure of signals to be generated including placement of wakeup signals, pressure data, temperature data, and/or otherwise.
  • the signal also indicates frequency of transmission and number of frames to be transmitted per transmission, wherein each frame includes wakeup signal, pressure data, temperature data and/or otherwise.
  • the protocol signal also indicates time periods between transmission. It should be appreciated that other communication protocols and configurations can be included.
  • the program software can vary based upon the vehicle make, model and/or year of manufacture. Alternatively, the program software can be configured for multiple applications, e.g. multiple vehicle makes, models and ' Or years of manufacture.
  • programming of the TPM sensor can include transfer of multiple communication protocols and'Or operation instructions for multiple tire pressure monitoring systems.
  • programming or configuration of the TPM sensor can include selection of communication protocols and'Or operation instruction from a database located with the TPM sensor.
  • the configuration tool 18 is capable of integrating a TPM se sor 12 with a TPMS 14 of a vehicle 16 including configuring the sensor to operate and/or communicate in a particular manner, programming the TPM se sor with software program to function in a compatible manner, e.g. communication, operation or otherwise, for a particular TPMS.
  • program software transferred to the configuration tool 18 from the computer 20 may be instructions on how the TPM sensor 12, configuration tool 1 8 or both will communicate and function, or actual software program code to be used by the TPM sensor, configuration tool or both.
  • the configuration tool 18 is configured for receiving information from the computer 20, directly or through a wireless hub 22.
  • the configuration tool 18 is further configured to communicate some or all of the information from the computer 20 to one or more TPM sensors 12.
  • Such information may comprise program software including communication protocols, operating instructions, both communication protocols and operating instructions, or otherwise. It is also contemplated that information transmitted to the TPM sensor 12 by the configuration tool 1 8 may include other information used for integration of the TPM sensor 12 with the TPMS 14 of the vehicle 16 such as an identifier, wheel unit placement, encryption or otherwise.
  • the configuration tool 18 is in communication with the computer 20 through a physical or wireless connection 34.
  • the configuration tool 18 includes a computer communication link for forming a wireless communication link with the computer 20.
  • the computer communicatio link includes a wireless transmitter and receiver, which communicates directly with the computer 20 or through a wireless hub 22.
  • the computer communication link 36 includes a physical connector for connection to the computer 20 or intermediate connection hub. Such physical connector my comprise a universal serial bus (USB) or otherwise.
  • the configuration tool 18 communicates with the computer through a wireless Wi-Fi communication link through transmission and reception of radio waves.
  • each configuration tool 18 of the integration system. 10 communicates over a single Wi-Fi frequency.
  • each configuration tool 18 communicates on a different frequency, which may be preset, or may be manually set for each configuration tool. It should be appreciated that other wireless communication configurations are possible.
  • the range of the Wi-Fi communication link is suitable for use in a vehicle service shop, or otherwise, and is in the range of about 10 to 200 feet.
  • communication between the configuration tool 18 and computer 20 is encrypted through suitable encryption hardware and/or software.
  • suitable encryption hardware and/or software this can prevent confusion between the configuration tools 18 or prevent unwanted electrical devices from receiving or acting upon the communication.
  • each configuration tool 18 would have suitable software, hardware or both for selectively receiving and utilizing encrypted information from the computer 20.
  • the configuration tool 18 includes a computer-readable memory device 38 for storing operation instructions for the configuration tool, TPM sensor program software, vehicle information, or otherwise.
  • the configuration tool 18 further includes a central processing unit 40 for generating communication with the computer 20, wireless hub 22, vehicle, TPM sensor 12 or otherwise.
  • the central processing unit, 40 further executes operating instructions for the configuration tool 18 for communication with the various devices, generation and/or interaction with a user interface 42 of the configuration tool, interaction with the user interface 24 of the computer or otherwise.
  • the configuration tool 18 further includes a TPM sensor programming communication link 42 for communication with one or more TPM sensors 12.
  • the TPM sensor programming communication link 42 includes a wireless transmitter and receiver for transferring data or identification information, programming the TPM sensor, configuration of the TPM sensor, or otherwise.
  • the wireless transmitter and receiver operate over a low frequency range, such as 125 kHz, and has reception distance of several inches to several feet. Accordingly, it is possible to program a single sensor or multiple sensors, whether the sensor is hand-held or installed on the wheel unit 28 of the vehicle 16.
  • the configuration tool 18 further includes a user interface 44 for facilitating communication with the computer 20, TPM sensor 12, TPMS 14, vehicle 16 or otherwise. In one configuration, referring to Fig.
  • the user interface 44 comprises display screen 46 and buttons 48, 50, 52 and 54, However, the user interface 44 may also include a keyboard either connected, integrated or generated on the display screen 46. It is further contemplated that operation commands may be automatically initiated, such as when the programming tool 16 is connected to another electrical device, as described herein or othenvise.
  • Exemplary commands include, without limitation: i) vehicle button 48 for initiating communication, downloading information, uploading information, and/or otherwise, with a vehicle 16; ii) computer button 50 for initiating communication, downloading information, uploading information, and/or otherwise, with the computer 20; iii) program button 52 for initiating communication, downloading information, uploading information, and/or othenvise, with the TPM sensor 12; and iv) on/off button 54 for simply turning the configuration tool on or off.
  • Other buttons and user interface components are possible.
  • the configuration tool 18 further includes a vehicle communication link 56 for forming a physical or wireless connection 34 for facilitating communication with the vehicle 16, such as with the control module 30 of the TPMS 14, electronic control unit 32 of the vehicle 16 or othenvise.
  • the vehicle communication link 56 includes a wireless transmitter and receiver for corresponding to a transmitter and receiver of the vehicle 16.
  • the vehicle communication link 56 includes an on-board diagnostic connector 57. In these configurations, it is possible to download and upload TPM sensor information, such as TPM sensor identification information, or other information.
  • the computer 20 includes a central processing unit 58 and computer-readable memory device 60 for performing common function associated with computers and achieving method steps and functions according to various aspects of the present invention.
  • the central processing unit 58 further executes operating instructions for the computer 20 for communication with the various devices, generation and/or interaction with the user interface 24 of the computer, interaction with the user interface 44 of the configuration tool or otherwise.
  • the computer 20 further includes a wireless hub communication link 62 for forming a physical or wireless connection 34 with the wireless hub 22.
  • the wireless hub communication link 62 includes a physical connector commonly used for data transfer between electrical components and more particularly wireless routers or hubs, such as an J-45 WAN port.
  • the computer 20 further includes a user interface 24, for generating a display for the input of vehicle information, display and selection of suitable program software, downloading of selected suitable program software to the configuration tool 18, initiating programming or communication between the configuration tool and TPM sensor, or otherwise to facilitate in the methods and features as described herein.
  • the integration system 10 further includes a database of program software 26 for installation on a memory device of a T ' PM sensor 12.
  • the database of program software 26 includes a plurality of program software for different makes and models of vehicles 16 and TPMS.
  • the program software is searchable or selectable based upon vehicle identification numbers (VIN), vehicle make model and year of manufacture, or otherwise.
  • the database of program software is continually updated, from the database of program software updates 64 or otherwise, to include the most, resent version and listing of TPM sensor program software.
  • the database of program software 26 is updated automatically through software of the computer 20, in another configuration, the database of program software is updated manually.
  • the database of program, software 26 is stored on a memory device of the computer, such as computer-readable memory device 60 or otherwise.
  • the database of program software 26 is stored on a memory device remote from the computer 20.
  • the computer 20 is in communication with the database of program software 26 through a database of program software communication link 66, which forms a physical or wireless connection 36 with the database of program software 26.
  • the sensor includes an integrated circuit board 88 including a processing unit 90, one or more computer- readable memory device 92, pressure sensor 94, receiver 96 and wireless transmitter 98.
  • the TPM sensor 12 further includes a suitable power supply, such as battery 99, for providing power to various components of the integrated circuit board 88 including processing unit 90, wireless transmitter 98 or otherwise.
  • the pressure sensor 94 of the TPM sensor 12 generates raw data indicative of air pressure within the associated tire. The raw data is transmitted to the processing u it 90 and stored on the computer-readable memory device 92 of the ' TPM sensor 12.
  • the memory device 92 further stores the unique identifier for the ' TPM sensor 12.
  • the receiver 96 is configured for receiving wireless signals from the computer 20, either directly, through the configuration tool 18 or both.
  • the signals received by the receiver 96 are transmitted to the processor 90 where it is evaluated in part through suitable software stored on the computer-readable memory device 92. Should the signal be interpreted as a request, for a transmission of the unique identifier then the processor 90 transmits the identifier through the transmitter 98, which may be transmitted to the vehicle, configuration tool, computer or combinations thereof.
  • Examples of signals that can be interpreted as a request for a transmission of an identifier include signals having a particular frequency, code or both. Such signals may include signals commonly transmitted by a configuration tool for causing triggering of a TPM sensor or a signal including instructions for transmission of the unique identifier, or otherwise.
  • response signals initiated by the processor 90 and software stored on the computer-readable memory device 92 may include a signal including data commonly transmitted by the TPM sensor (e.g. tire pressure data, transmission formats, temperature, identifier or otherwise), alternatively the response signal may solely, or substantially solely, include the unique identifier, or alternatively the response signal may include a combination of the unique identifier and data commonly transmitted by the TPM sensor.
  • the wireless transmitter 98 transmits low frequency signals such as low frequency signals in the range of about 30 to 300 kHz.
  • transmitter 98 transmits high frequency signals such as signals commonly transmitted by TPM sensors 12 such as signals greater than about 300 MHz or in the range of about 300 MHz to 3 GHz, such as between about 315 to 433 MHz and in certain particular configurations around 315 MHz, around 433 MHz or higher.
  • the method includes the step of inputting identification information of a TPMS or Vehicle into a Computer 102.
  • the identification information of the TPMS can be obtain through identification of a VIN of the vehicle 16, identification of a make, model and/or manufacture year of the vehicle, image capturing or otherwise.
  • the information is inputted into the computer 20 utilizing the user interface 24.
  • a search is then performed for a suitable TPM sensor program software for a corresponding TPMS 14 of the identified vehicle.
  • the user interface 24 provides a listing of all available vehicles, TPMS and/or TPM sensor program software.
  • the TPM sensor program software is integrated into a database of program software 26, which is included or accessible by the computer 20.
  • the method further includes the step of selecting program software information for a TPM sensor 104. In one example, this is performed through the user interface 24. However, in another example the program software is automatically select after a search of program software based upon identification information of the vehicle 16. [0046] The method further includes the sep of transmitting the selected program software to a configuration tool 106.
  • the computer generates a physical or wireless connection 34 with a configuration tool 18, as further indicated by the user.
  • the physical or wireless connection 34 comprises a wireless connection formed between the computer 20 and configuration tool 18, and even more particularly between a. wireless hub 22 and the configuration tool through a Wi-Fi communication link.
  • the program software received by the by configuration tool 18 is recorded and stored, albeit, temporarily, in a memory device, such as computer-readable memory device 38 or otherwise.
  • the configuration tool already stores the program software, such as in an embodiment where the database of program software is stored on a memory device of the configuration tool 18, that the computer indicates which program software is to be utilized by the configuration tool 58.
  • information pertaining to the program software such as vehicle and/or software identification information is displayed on a display screen 46 of a user interface 44.
  • this allows a user to confirm that the correct TPM sensor program software is received.
  • the method further includes the step of integrating the tire pressure monitoring sensor with a tire pressure monitoring system 108.
  • the method includes the step of communicating the selected program software to a TPM sensor 1 10. This may includes transfer of communication protocols or operating instructions to the TPM sensor or transfer of instructions to the TP sensor based upon the program software. Such instructions may include which program software to be utilized or instructions to the TPM sensor to communicate with a TPMS of a vehicle.
  • the program software may comprise or include communication and/or operating instruction to be programmed, such as flash programmed or otherwise, onto a memory device of the TPM sensor 12.
  • program software may comprise instruction on which operating instructions, communication protocols or both, stored on the TPM sensor, that is to be utilized by the TPM sensor. It should also be appreciated that the program software may comprise communication information to be utilized by the configuration tool 18 for communication with the TPM sensor. It should also be appreciated that a combination of these three features may be included with the program, software.
  • the method further includes causing the TPM sensor to communicate with a TPMS of a vehicle 1 12. Communication of the TPM sensor 12 with the TPMS 14 of a vehicle 16 provides and indication to the TPMS the location and identification of the TPM sensor.
  • the method further includes forming a communication link between the configuration tool 18 and vehicle 16 to download or upload identification information of a TPM sensor, data recorded by a TPM sensor or otherwise.

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La présente invention concerne des systèmes, procédés et dispositifs pour l'intégration de capteurs de surveillance de pression de pneu (12) à un système de surveillance de pression de pneu (14) d'un véhicule (16). Selon un aspect, la présente invention concerne un procédé d'intégration d'un capteur de surveillance de pression de pneu (12) à un système de surveillance de pression de pneu (14) d'un véhicule (16). Le procédé comprend l'étape de sélection avec un ordinateur (20) d'un programme logiciel destiné au capteur de surveillance de pression de pneu (12) du système de surveillance de pression de pneu (14) du véhicule (16). Le procédé comprend en outre la transmission au programme logiciel sélectionné de l'ordinateur (20) à un outil de configuration (18) pour le capteur de surveillance de pression de pneu (12). Le procédé comprend en outre l'utilisation du programme logiciel sélectionné pour intégrer le capteur de surveillance de pression de pneu (12) au système de surveillance de pression de pneu (14) du véhicule (16).
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