18396668. AUTOMATIC DRIVING SYSTEM simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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AUTOMATIC DRIVING SYSTEM
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Takaaki Tanaka of Susono-shi (JP)
Kenichiro Aoki of Miyoshi-shi (JP)
Masayuki Katoh of Gotemba-shi (JP)
AUTOMATIC DRIVING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18396668 titled 'AUTOMATIC DRIVING SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The automatic driving system described in the patent application includes a control device that manages the automatic driving of a vehicle and a storage device that stores information about the vehicle's external environment. The system identifies a driving transition zone where the driver takes over control of the vehicle, and sets a termination target velocity for the vehicle at the end of this zone. The control device adjusts the vehicle's velocity in the transition zone based on the external environment to ensure the vehicle reaches the termination target velocity at the end point.
- Control device manages automatic driving of a vehicle
- Storage device contains external environment information
- Driving transition zone where driver takes over control
- Termination target velocity set for end point of transition zone
- Control device adjusts vehicle's velocity in transition zone based on external environment
Potential Applications
The technology described in this patent application could be applied to:
- Autonomous vehicles
- Advanced driver assistance systems
- Transportation systems
Problems Solved
This technology addresses issues such as:
- Smooth transition between automatic and manual driving
- Ensuring safe and efficient driving in varying external environments
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Improved safety on the road
- Enhanced driving experience for users
- Optimal vehicle performance in different conditions
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology could be utilized in various commercial applications, including:
- Automotive industry for self-driving cars
- Transportation companies for fleet management
- Technology companies for developing advanced driver assistance systems
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be:
- Adaptive cruise control systems that adjust vehicle speed based on surrounding traffic conditions
Unanswered Questions
How does the control device determine the external environment at the end point of the driving transition zone?
The control device likely uses sensors and data from the storage device to analyze the external environment and make adjustments to the vehicle's velocity.
What measures are in place to ensure a smooth handover from automatic to manual driving in the driving transition zone?
The system may include alerts or notifications to the driver, as well as gradual adjustments to the vehicle's speed to facilitate a seamless transition.
Original Abstract Submitted
An automatic driving system includes a control device that controls automatic driving of a vehicle, and a storage device that contains external environment information indicating an external environment of the vehicle. A driving transition zone is a zone in which a driver of the vehicle takes over at least a part of driving of the vehicle, from the control device. A termination target velocity is a target velocity of the vehicle at an end point of the driving transition zone. The control device variably sets the termination target velocity, depending on the external environment at the end point or the external environment surrounding the end point. Then, the control device controls the velocity of the vehicle in the driving transition zone, such that the velocity of the vehicle at the end point is the termination target velocity.
