17944689. CONTROL DEVICE, VEHICLE, MOBILE TERMINAL, AND DISPLAY DEVICE simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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CONTROL DEVICE, VEHICLE, MOBILE TERMINAL, AND DISPLAY DEVICE

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Sui Kurihashi of Sunto-gun (JP)

Yuki Takahashi of Susono-shi (JP)

CONTROL DEVICE, VEHICLE, MOBILE TERMINAL, AND DISPLAY DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17944689 titled 'CONTROL DEVICE, VEHICLE, MOBILE TERMINAL, AND DISPLAY DEVICE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a control device for a display device that shows the position of a vehicle relative to a preceding vehicle in platoon traveling. The device includes a detector to identify a potential preceding vehicle to follow, a calculator to determine the energy consumption reduction achieved by the vehicle when following the potential preceding vehicle, and a controller to display a recommended travel area on the display device based on the energy consumption reduction. The recommended travel area indicates a specific distance behind the potential preceding vehicle.

  • The control device detects a potential preceding vehicle for platoon traveling.
  • It calculates the energy consumption reduction achieved by the vehicle when following the potential preceding vehicle.
  • The controller displays a recommended travel area on the display device.
  • The recommended travel area indicates a specific distance behind the potential preceding vehicle.

Potential Applications

  • This technology can be applied in autonomous vehicles to optimize platoon traveling and reduce energy consumption.
  • It can be used in transportation systems to improve traffic flow and efficiency.
  • The control device can be integrated into fleet management systems to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.

Problems Solved

  • The control device solves the problem of identifying a suitable preceding vehicle to follow in platoon traveling.
  • It addresses the challenge of determining the energy consumption reduction achieved by following a specific preceding vehicle.
  • The display of the recommended travel area helps the driver or autonomous system to maintain an optimal distance from the preceding vehicle.

Benefits

  • The technology improves fuel efficiency and reduces energy consumption.
  • It enhances traffic flow and reduces congestion on roadways.
  • The control device provides clear guidance to the driver or autonomous system for maintaining an appropriate distance from the preceding vehicle.


Original Abstract Submitted

A control device of a display device that displays a traveling position of a predetermined vehicle relative to a preceding vehicle in platoon traveling, includes: a detector that detects a candidate preceding vehicle to follow from among one or more vehicles traveling around the predetermined vehicle; a calculator that calculates, with respect to the detected candidate preceding vehicle, a reduction effect of energy consumption obtained by the predetermined vehicle when the predetermined vehicle travels following the candidate preceding vehicle; and a controller that executes display control to display, on the display device, a recommended travel area based on the reduction effect of energy consumption as an area in which the predetermined vehicle is recommended to travel. Further, the recommended travel area is an area indicating a predetermined inter-vehicle distance behind the candidate preceding vehicle.

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