17932678. CARGO OVERHANG SYSTEM AND METHOD simplified abstract (Ford Global Technologies, LLC)
Contents
- 1 CARGO OVERHANG SYSTEM AND METHOD
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 CARGO OVERHANG SYSTEM AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.10.1 How does the system determine the appropriate adjustment to be made by the first vehicle based on the cargo overhang condition of the second vehicle?
- 1.10.2 What types of cargo overhang conditions are considered by the system, and are there any limitations in detecting certain types of overhangs?
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
CARGO OVERHANG SYSTEM AND METHOD
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Aed M. Dudar of Canton MI (US)
CARGO OVERHANG SYSTEM AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17932678 titled 'CARGO OVERHANG SYSTEM AND METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a system and method where a first vehicle receives a message from a second vehicle regarding a cargo overhang condition, and adjusts its operation based on this information.
- The system involves communication between vehicles regarding cargo overhang conditions.
- The first vehicle makes adjustments to its operation based on the cargo overhang condition of the second vehicle.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in the following areas:
- Fleet management systems
- Traffic management systems
- Autonomous vehicle systems
Problems Solved
This technology helps address the following issues:
- Ensuring safety on the road
- Preventing accidents due to cargo overhang
- Improving overall traffic flow
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Enhanced safety for both vehicles and pedestrians
- Increased efficiency in transportation
- Reduced risk of damage to cargo and vehicles
Potential Commercial Applications
This technology could be commercially applied in:
- Transportation and logistics companies
- Automotive industry
- Smart city infrastructure development
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art related to this technology is the use of vehicle-to-vehicle communication systems in autonomous driving technology.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system determine the appropriate adjustment to be made by the first vehicle based on the cargo overhang condition of the second vehicle?
The abstract does not provide specific details on the decision-making process involved in adjusting the operation of the first vehicle.
What types of cargo overhang conditions are considered by the system, and are there any limitations in detecting certain types of overhangs?
The abstract does not mention the specific criteria or parameters used to identify cargo overhang conditions, nor does it address any potential limitations in detecting certain types of overhangs.
Original Abstract Submitted
A system and method performed by a first vehicle may include receiving a message from a second vehicle regarding a cargo overhang condition of the second vehicle in which an object carried by the second vehicle extends beyond a perimeter or envelope of the second vehicle, and adjusting an operation of the first vehicle based upon the cargo overhang condition of the second vehicle.
