17938463. METHOD FOR TRUCK BACKUP WITH DYNAMIC LENGTH simplified abstract (Ford Global Technologies, LLC)
Contents
- 1 METHOD FOR TRUCK BACKUP WITH DYNAMIC LENGTH
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 METHOD FOR TRUCK BACKUP WITH DYNAMIC LENGTH - 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 Original Abstract Submitted
METHOD FOR TRUCK BACKUP WITH DYNAMIC LENGTH
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Mahmoud Yousef Ghannam of Canton MI (US)
Bradford Scott Bondy of St. Clair Shores MI (US)
Muhannad Anwar Hamdan of Canton MI (US)
Christian Wegner of Grosse Ile MI (US)
METHOD FOR TRUCK BACKUP WITH DYNAMIC LENGTH - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17938463 titled 'METHOD FOR TRUCK BACKUP WITH DYNAMIC LENGTH
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a vehicle with a tailgate that can move between retracted and extended positions. The vehicle includes detection units and a control unit to determine the tailgate's position and orientation, detect obstacles, and notify the user of potential hazards.
- Vehicle with tailgate moving between retracted and extended positions
- Detection units and control unit for monitoring tailgate position and orientation
- Detection of obstacles in vehicle rear side proximity
- Notification to user of potential hazards
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in various vehicles such as trucks, SUVs, and vans to enhance safety and convenience when operating the tailgate.
Problems Solved
This technology helps prevent accidents and damage by detecting obstacles near the tailgate and notifying the user to avoid potential collisions.
Benefits
- Improved safety for users and surrounding objects - Enhanced convenience in tailgate operation - Minimized risk of accidents and damages
Potential Commercial Applications
- Automotive industry for trucks, SUVs, and vans - Fleet management companies for vehicle safety enhancement
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be a similar system used in garage doors that detect obstacles and prevent closing to avoid accidents.
What is the cost of implementing this technology in vehicles?
The cost of implementing this technology in vehicles may vary depending on the complexity of the system and the type of vehicles it is installed in. Factors such as the number of detection units, sensors, and control units needed can impact the overall cost.
How does this technology compare to existing tailgate safety systems on the market?
This technology offers a more advanced and comprehensive approach to tailgate safety by not only detecting obstacles but also calculating the distance between the obstacle and the tailgate top side. This additional feature provides users with more precise information to avoid potential hazards.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle having a tailgate configured to move between retracted and extended positions is disclosed. The vehicle includes a first detection unit, a second detection unit, a third detection unit and a control unit. The control unit obtains a first input from the first detection unit and determines whether the tailgate is in extended position. The control unit further obtains a second input and a third input from the second and third detection units respectively, when the tailgate is in the extended position. Responsive to obtaining the second and third inputs, the control unit identifies a tailgate extended orientation. In addition, the control unit detects an obstacle presence in a vehicle rear side proximity and calculates a calibrated distance between the obstacle and a tailgate top side, based on the tailgate extended orientation. The control unit notifies a vehicle user when the calibrated distance is less than a threshold.
