18448459. IN-VEHICLE DEVICE simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 IN-VEHICLE DEVICE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 IN-VEHICLE DEVICE - 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
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
IN-VEHICLE DEVICE
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Yoshinori Yokoyama of Yokohama-shi (JP)
Yoshikazu Toyama of Tokyo (JP)
IN-VEHICLE DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18448459 titled 'IN-VEHICLE DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The in-vehicle device described in the patent application includes a control unit that can acquire traffic congestion information for each lane on a road with multiple lanes. It can guide the vehicle to switch lanes based on this information, but it also has the ability to cancel this function when the vehicle is traveling in a specific section from the exit in a particular lane.
- The control unit of the in-vehicle device can acquire traffic congestion information for each lane on a road with multiple lanes.
- The device can guide the vehicle to switch lanes based on the acquired traffic congestion information.
- The control unit can cancel the lane-switching function when the vehicle is traveling in a predetermined section from the exit in a specific lane.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in smart vehicles to optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion on roads.
Problems Solved
This technology helps drivers navigate through traffic more efficiently and can potentially reduce travel time and fuel consumption.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved traffic flow, reduced congestion, and potentially safer driving conditions.
Potential Commercial Applications
This technology could be integrated into navigation systems of vehicles, smart city infrastructure, and transportation management systems.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of GPS navigation systems in vehicles to provide traffic information and suggest alternate routes to drivers.
Unanswered Questions
How does the control unit determine when to cancel the lane-switching function in the predetermined section?
The patent application does not provide specific details on the criteria or algorithm used by the control unit to decide when to cancel the lane-switching function in the predetermined section.
What impact does canceling the lane-switching function have on overall traffic flow and congestion?
The patent application does not address the potential consequences of canceling the lane-switching function in the predetermined section on traffic flow and congestion in that specific area.
Original Abstract Submitted
The in-vehicle device mounted on the vehicle includes a control unit having a function of acquiring traffic congestion information for each lane on a road having a plurality of lanes and guiding the vehicle to another lane based on the acquired traffic congestion information, and when the vehicle travels in a predetermined section from the exit in a first lane connected to the exit from the road, the control unit cancels the function.
