Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to the field of throttle systems and more particularly relates to a vehicle hybrid throttle apparatus and a hybrid throttle assembly with integration of conventional and electric propulsion.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The following description provides the information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[0003] Vehicles are integral to road transportation and utilize various fuels such as petrol, diesel, kerosene, LPG, CNG, hydrogen, and electric power. However, alongside the necessity of transportation comes a significant concern regarding air pollution and environmental degradation. To mitigate these issues and safeguard the environment for future generations, many nations are advocating for the adoption of electric vehicles. Nevertheless, despite the substantial benefits in terms of finances and the environment, the transition to electric vehicles faces challenges such as the absence of a robust fast charging infrastructure and the prevalence of range anxiety, hindering their widespread acceptance in the market.
[0004] Throttle systems play crucial role in regulating the power output of engines, determining the speed and acceleration of vehicles. Traditional throttle systems, primarily used in combustion engine vehicles, control the flow of air and fuel into the engine to adjust power output. On the other hand, electrical throttle systems, commonly found in electric vehicles (EVs), utilize electronic sensors and actuators to control power delivery. Traditional throttle systems, prevalent in combustion engine vehicles, operate by controlling the opening and closing of a throttle valve to adjust airflow into the engine. This airflow, in conjunction with fuel injection, regulates engine speed and power output. Electrical throttle systems, employed in electric vehicles, use electronic sensors to detect driver inputs and adjust power delivery accordingly. These systems offer smoother acceleration, precise control, and improved efficiency compared to traditional throttle systems.
[0005] However internal combustion (IC) engines and electric vehicles (EVs) present distinct advantages and disadvantages. The synthesis of these technologies has led to the development of electric hybrid vehicles (EHVs). EHVs mitigate pollution by predominantly utilizing electric propulsion within urban environments, thereby reducing reliance on fossil fuels such as petrol. Transitioning seamlessly between electric and IC propulsion is facilitated by a novel hybrid throttle system, ensuring uninterrupted operation during mode switches. Traditional throttle mechanisms proved incompatible with hybrid systems, necessitating the design and implementation of the Hybrid Throttle for optimal functionality and efficiency.
[0006] Currently, the market lacks 2-wheeler vehicles equipped with hybrid throttle systems, and thus, there are no existing technologies specifically tailored to address this absence. Traditional 2-wheeler technologies predominantly rely on internal combustion engines, with limited integration of electric propulsion. While electric motorcycles and scooters exist, a comprehensive hybrid throttle system designed for mainstream 2-wheeler passenger vehicles is notably absent. The absence of such technology highlights a gap in the market, emphasizing the unique and pioneering nature of the proposed hybrid throttle for 2-wheelers.
[0007] The limitations and disadvantages of existing technologies in the absence of a dedicated hybrid throttle for 2-wheeler vehicles are notable. Conventional 2-wheelers rely solely on internal combustion engines, resulting in increased emissions and reduced fuel efficiency. While electric 2-wheelers address environmental concerns, they often face limitations in terms of range and charging infrastructure.
[0008] Without a hybrid throttle system, riders lack the flexibility to seamlessly switch between conventional and electric modes, limiting their ability to optimize fuel usage based on different driving conditions. Moreover, the absence of such a mechanism hinders the industry's progress toward a more sustainable and versatile transportation solution. The reliance on traditional throttle in existing 2-wheeelr restr5icted the usage of hybrid technology and restricted usage in the sector.
[0009] The absence of a hybrid throttle in the market underscores a critical need for an innovative solution that combines traditional and electric propulsion seamlessly. Therefore, there is a significant need for innovative throttle systems that address the limitations of traditional and electrical propulsion mechanisms to revolutionize the industry, providing riders with an eco-friendly, fuel-efficient alternative that aligns with the increasing demand for sustainable transportation solutions.
[0010] Within this context, the vehicles predominantly rely on internal combustion engines, with minimal integration of electric propulsion. Although electric motorcycles and scooters exist, a comprehensive hybrid throttle system tailored for mainstream vehicles intigrated with Hybrid Mechanism remains conspicuously absent. Existing technologies exhibit limitations, including heightened emissions, diminished fuel efficiency, and a lack of flexibility for drivers to seamlessly transition between conventional and electric modes.
[0011] Therefore, it would be useful and desirable to have a system, method, and apparatus to meet the above-mentioned needs.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0012] In accordance with an embodiment, a hybrid throttle assembly is disclosed. The hybrid throttle assembly includes a yoke adapted to a support structure. Further, a lower cap is attached to the yoke and is configured to encapsulate and secure a sensor plate and a twist tube assembly. The sensor plate is adapted to facilitate a signal transmission. The twist tube having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is adapted to receive one or more magnets coaxially. Further an upper cap is positioned over the lower cap, such that the lower cap and the upper cap secure the sensor plate, and the first end of the twist tube.
[0013] In some embodiments, the lower cap securely connects to the yoke of a vehicle.
[0014] In some embodiments, the sensor plate is configured to transmit signals essential for hybrid throttle operation.
[0015] In some embodiments, the twist tube houses one or more magnets that enable seamless transition between conventional and hybrid modes.
[0016] In some embodiments, a cable originating from a conventional vehicle throttle, the cable is linked to the twist tube.
[0017] In some embodiments, the one or more magnets housed within the twist tube activate an electric mode upon passing by the sensor plate, thereby enabling controlled performance of the vehicle.
[0018] In some embodiments, integration of a sensor plate and magnet mechanism within the twist tube endows riders with adaptive capability to select between conventional, electric mode and hybrid propulsion modes.
[0019] In some embodiments, the hybrid throttle assembly is designed to be mounted on an existing yoke of the vehicle.
[0020] In this respect, before explaining at least one object of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of set of rules and to the arrangements of the various models set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other objects and of being practiced and carried out in various ways, according to the need of that industry. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting.
[0021] These together with other objects of the invention, along with the various features of novelty which characterize the invention, are pointed out with particularity in the disclosure. For a better understanding of the invention, its operating advantages and the specific objects attained by its uses, reference should be made to the accompanying drawings and descriptive matter in which there are illustrated preferred embodiments of the invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0022] The invention will be better understood and objects other than those set forth above will become apparent when consideration is given to the following detailed description thereof. Such description makes reference to the annexed drawings wherein:
[0023] FIG. 1 illustrates an isometric view of a twist tube with one or more magnets of a hybrid throttle assembly, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0024] FIG. 2 illustrates a front view of a sensor plate of the hybrid throttle assembly, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0025] FIGS. 3A-3B illustrate isometric views of a lower cap and an upper cap of the hybrid throttle assembly, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0026] FIG. 4 illustrates an isometric view of the one or more magnets of the hybrid throttle assembly, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0027] FIG. 5 illustrates an isometric view of the hybrid throttle assembly, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure; and
[0028] FIG. 6 illustrates an exploded view of the hybrid throttle assembly, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0029] Reference will now be made in detail to specific embodiments or features, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, corresponding, or similar reference numbers will be used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or corresponding parts. Moreover, references to various elements described herein, are made collectively or individually when there may be more than one element of the same type. However, such references are merely exemplary in nature. It may be noted that any reference to elements in the singular may also be construed to relate to the plural and vice-versa without limiting the scope of the disclosure to the exact number or type of such elements unless set forth explicitly in the appended claims.
[0030] Some embodiments of this disclosure, illustrating all its features, will now be discussed in detail. The words “comprising,” “having,” “containing,” and “including,” and other forms thereof, are intended to be equivalent in meaning and be open-ended in that an item or items following any one of these words is not meant to be an exhaustive listing of such item or items or meant to be limited to only the listed item or items.
[0031] It must also be noted that as used herein and in the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural references unless the context dictates otherwise. Although any systems and methods similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of embodiments of the present disclosure, the preferred systems, and methods are now described.
[0032] Embodiments of the present disclosure will be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings in which like numerals represent like elements throughout the several figures, and in which example embodiments are shown. Embodiments of the present disclosure may, however, be embodied in alternative forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein. The examples set forth herein are non-limiting examples and are merely examples among other possible examples.
[0033] Embodiments of the present disclosure will be described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0034] In some embodiments, a hybrid throttle assembly is disclosed. The hybrid throttle assembly includes a yoke adapted to a support structure. Further, a lower cap is attached to the yoke and is configured to encapsulate and secure a sensor plate and a twist tube assembly. The sensor plate is adapted to facilitate a signal transmission. The twist tube having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is adapted to receive one or more magnets coaxially. Further an upper cap is positioned over the lower cap, such that the lower cap and the upper cap secure the sensor plate, and the first end of the twist tube.
[0035] FIG. 1 illustrates an isometric view of a twist tube with one or more magnets of a hybrid throttle assembly, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIGS. 2-6 are described in conjunction with FIG. 1.
[0036] The hybrid throttle assembly 100 may include a yoke 102 adapted to a support structure. Further, a lower cap 104 may be attached to the yoke 102. The lower cap 104 may be configured to encapsulate and secure a sensor plate 106 and a twist tube 108. The sensor plate 106 may be adapted to facilitate a signal transmission. The twist tube 108 may have a first end 110 and a second end 112. The first end 110 may be adapted to receive one or more magnets 114 coaxially. Further an upper cap 116 may be positioned over the lower cap 104, such that the lower cap 104 and the upper cap 116 may secure the sensor plate 106, and the first end 110 of the twist tube.
[0037] The first end 110 of the twist tube 108 may have one or more coaxial rings 118 housed over the first end 110. The one or more coaxial rings 118 may be adapted to receive the sensor plate 106. In some embodiments, the one or more coaxial rings 118 may extend radially outwards from an outer surface of first end 110 of the twist tube 108. Further, the first end 110 may have a protruded portion 120 extending radially outwards from surface of the twist tube 108. The protruded portion 120 may correspond to a pendulum shaped structure that may be adapted to couple the yoke 102. Further, the one or more coaxial rings 118 and the protruded portion 120 may be adapted to receive the upper cap 116 and the lower cap 104, as shown in FIGS. 3A-3B.
[0038] FIG. 2 illustrates a front view of the sensor plate 106 of the hybrid throttle assembly 100, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0039] In some embodiments, the sensor plate 106 may be operationally coupled with one or more sensors, e.g., hall sensors, that may be adapted to provide uninterrupted signals.
[0040] In some example embodiments, the conventional vehicle's cable may be connected to the twist tube 108. Therefore, when a hybrid mode is activated, the one or more sensors within the Sensor Plate 106, will send signals as Magnets 114 pass by Sensor Plate 106. Simultaneously, a conventional throttle mechanism continues operating. Such dual-operation setup allows a user, e.g., rider, to seamlessly transition between a conventional mode, electric mode, and a hybrid mode, optimizing propulsion based on preferences and driving conditions.
[0041] FIGS. 3A-3B illustrate isometric views of the lower cap 104 and the upper cap 116 of the hybrid throttle assembly 100, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 4 illustrates an isometric view of the one or more magnets 114 of the hybrid throttle assembly 100, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0042] FIG. 5 illustrates an isometric view of the hybrid throttle assembly 100, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 6 illustrates an exploded view of the hybrid throttle assembly 100, in accordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0043] In some embodiments, the lower cap 104 securely connects to the yoke 102 of a vehicle. In some embodiments, the sensor plate 106 may be configured to transmit signals essential for hybrid throttle operation. In some embodiments, the twist tube 108 houses one or more magnets that enable seamless transition between conventional, electric mode and hybrid modes. In some embodiments, a cable originating from a conventional vehicle throttle, the cable is linked to the twist tube 108.
[0044] In some embodiments, the one or more magnets 114 housed within the twist tube 108 may activate an electric mode upon passing by the sensor plate 106 at protruded portion 120, thereby enabling controlled performance of the vehicle.
[0045] In some embodiments, integration of a sensor plate 106 and magnet mechanism within the twist tube 108 endows riders with adaptive capability to select between conventional electric mode and hybrid propulsion modes.
[0046] In some embodiments, a hybrid throttle system may be disclosed. The hybrid throttle system may employ an operation of the hybrid throttle assembly 100. The sensor plate 106 may be coupled to the twist tube 108 at the protruded portion 120. Further, the sensor plate 106 may be inserted into the lower cap 104. The lower cap 104 may be attached to the yoke 102. It may be noted that the yoke 102 may correspond to an existing yoke. Further, the cable may be connected to the twist tube 108. Successively, an engine of the vehicle may be operated between the hybrid mode and the conventional mode, using the signals from the one or more sensors. The hybrid throttle system may include at least one processor that may be operationally coupled the one or more sensors. The at least one processor may be configured to receive detected signals of the vehicle in real-time. Further, the at least one processor may be configured to disengage or disengage the hybrid throttle assembly 100 in the conventional or hybrid mode based at least on the detection.
[0047] In some embodiments, the at least one processor may be configured to operate on a certain set of instructions stored in a memory. In some embodiments, the at least one processor may include suitable logic, circuitry, and/or interfaces that are operable to execute one or more instructions stored in the memory to perform predetermined operations. In one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to decode and execute any instructions received from one or more other electronic devices or server(s). The at least one processor may be configured to execute one or more computer-readable program instructions, such as program instructions to carry out any of the functions described in this description. Further, the processor may be implemented using one or more processor technologies known in the art. Examples of the processor include, but are not limited to, one or more general purpose processors (e.g., INTEL® or Advanced Micro Devices® (AMD) microprocessors) and/or one or more special purpose processors (e.g., digital signal processors or Xilinx® System On Chip (SOC) Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) processor).
[0048] Further, the memory may be communicatively coupled to the at least one processor. Further, the memory may be configured to store a set of instructions and data executed by the one or more processors 106. Further, the memory may include the one or more instructions that are executable by the one or more processor to perform specific operations. It is apparent to a person with ordinary skill in the art that the one or more instructions stored in the memory enable the hardware of the system to perform the predetermined operations. Some of the commonly known memory implementations include, but are not limited to, fixed (hard) drives, magnetic tape, floppy diskettes, optical disks, Compact Disc Read-Only Memories (CD-ROMs), and magneto-optical disks, semiconductor memories, such as ROMs, Random Access Memories (RAMs), Programmable Read-Only Memories (PROMs), Erasable PROMs (EPROMs), Electrically Erasable PROMs (EEPROMs), flash memory, magnetic or optical cards, or other type of media/machine-readable medium suitable for storing electronic instructions.
[0049] In some alternate embodiments, the hybrid throttle system may comprise an Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) module communicatively coupled to the at least one processor. In some embodiments, the AI/ML module may analyse the detected signals to evaluate transmission of a throttle signal from the hybrid throttle assembly 100. The at least one processor along with the AI/ML module may optimize engagement and disengagement of the throttle signal between the hybrid throttle assembly 100 based at least on the signals from the one or more sensors. In some embodiments, the hybrid throttle assembly 100 within the hybrid throttle system offers drivers unprecedented flexibility in optimizing fuel usage according to dynamic driving conditions. Moreover, the hybrid throttle system addresses the pressing concerns of air pollution and environmental degradation by significantly reducing emissions and enhancing fuel efficiency. Additionally, this technology mitigates range anxiety commonly associated with electric vehicles, thus bolstering their widespread adoption. With the hybrid throttle system, drivers may expect a paradigm shift towards a more sustainable and versatile mode of transportation, ultimately contributing to a cleaner, greener future for generations to come.
[0050] Furthermore, the system includes a user-friendly interface, allowing riders to easily switch between modes and monitor relevant information such as battery charge levels, providing a seamless and intuitive experience. It also solves the problem of limited propulsion options by introducing a novel mechanism that seamlessly integrates conventional and electric modes, catering to both performance and sustainability requirements.
[0051] The benefits and advantages which may be provided by the present invention have been described above with regard to specific embodiments. These benefits and advantages, and any elements or limitations that may cause them to occur or to become more pronounced are not to be construed as critical, required, or essential features of any or all of the embodiments.
[0052] While the present invention has been described with reference to particular embodiments, it should be understood that the embodiments are illustrative and that the scope of the invention is not limited to these embodiments. Many variations, modifications, additions, and improvements to the embodiments described above are possible. It is contemplated that these variations, modifications, additions, and improvements fall within the scope of the invention.
, Claims:We Claim:
1. A hybrid throttle assembly (100) comprising:
a yoke (102) adapted to a support structure;
a lower cap (104) attached to the yoke (102) and is adapted to encapsulate and secure a sensor plate (106) and a twist tube (108), wherein the sensor plate (106) is configured to facilitate a signal transmission,
wherein the twist tube (108) having a first end (110) and a second end (112), wherein the first end (110) is adapted to receive one or more magnets (114) coaxially with the twist tube (108); and
an upper cap (116) positioned over the lower cap (104), such that the lower cap (104) and the upper cap (116) secure the sensor plate (106), and the first end (110) of the twist tube (108).

2. The hybrid throttle assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the lower cap (104) securely connects to the yoke (102) of a vehicle.

3. The hybrid throttle assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sensor plate (106) is configured to transmit signals essential for hybrid throttle operation.

4. The hybrid throttle assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the twist tube (108) houses the one or more magnets (114) that enable seamless transition between conventional and hybrid modes.

5. The hybrid throttle assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, comprises a cable originating from a conventional vehicle throttle, the cable is linked to the twist tube (108).

6. The hybrid throttle assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more magnets (114) housed within the twist tube (108) activate an electric mode upon passing by the sensor plate (106), thereby enabling controlled performance of a vehicle.

7. The hybrid throttle assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein integration of a sensor plate and magnet mechanism within the twist tube (108) provides riders with adaptive capability to select between conventional and hybrid propulsion modes.

8. The hybrid throttle assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the hybrid throttle assembly is mounted on the yoke (102) of the vehicle.