18148014. Apparatus and Method of Controlling Door for Vehicle simplified abstract (Hyundai Motor Company)
Apparatus and Method of Controlling Door for Vehicle
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Duck Young Kim of Hweseong-si (KR)
JungHoon Park of Yongin-si (KR)
Apparatus and Method of Controlling Door for Vehicle - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18148014 titled 'Apparatus and Method of Controlling Door for Vehicle
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an apparatus for controlling a vehicle door using a sensor unit. The sensor unit detects objects near the door and sends signals to a controller. The controller calculates the distance between the object and the door and sets a range for sensing based on this distance. The controller then controls the door to gradually open while reducing the distance to the object, ensuring that the object is sensed within a predetermined range. The range is set to be longer when the door is open compared to when it is closed.
- Sensor unit in the door detects objects near the vehicle door
- Controller calculates the distance between the object and the door
- Controller sets a range for sensing based on the calculated distance
- Door is gradually opened while reducing the distance to the object
- Object is sensed within a predetermined range
- Range is longer when the door is open compared to when it is closed
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various vehicles, such as cars, trucks, and vans, to enhance safety and convenience when opening and closing doors.
Problems Solved
1. Ensures that objects near the door are detected within a safe range, preventing accidents or damage to the vehicle or surrounding objects. 2. Provides a controlled and gradual opening of the door, reducing the risk of collisions with nearby objects. 3. Allows for customization of the sensing range based on the distance between the object and the door, optimizing the system for different scenarios.
Benefits
1. Improved safety for both the vehicle occupants and the surrounding environment. 2. Enhanced convenience by automatically adjusting the door opening based on the proximity of objects. 3. Customizable sensing range allows for flexibility in different situations, ensuring optimal performance.
Original Abstract Submitted
An apparatus can be used for controlling a door for a vehicle. A sensor unit is provided in the door and configured to sense an object adjacent to a region outside of the door. A controller configured to calculate a distance between the object and the door based on a signal received from the sensor unit, set a range by dividing and setting sensing ranges for each sensing distance of the sensor unit, and control the door to be opened while the distance to the object is gradually reduced in a state where the door is closed, such that the object is sensed within a predetermined range. The range is set by setting a maximum sensing distance in a state where the door is opened to be longer than in the state where the door is closed.
