18463341. VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM AND VEHICLE CONTROL METHOD simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM AND VEHICLE CONTROL METHOD
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM AND VEHICLE CONTROL METHOD - 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 Unanswered Questions
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM AND VEHICLE CONTROL METHOD
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Yoshiyuki Takeuchi of Susono-shi Shizuoka-ken (JP)
VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM AND VEHICLE CONTROL METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18463341 titled 'VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM AND VEHICLE CONTROL METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure describes a vehicle control system for autonomous driving, allowing lane changes in a lane change section of less than a predetermined distance. The system decelerates the vehicle before the lane change section if certain conditions are met, including a terrain condition where the second lane is not visible from the vehicle before the lane change section.
- Vehicle control system for autonomous driving
- Allows lane changes in a short lane change section
- Decelerates the vehicle before the lane change section
- Includes a terrain condition for invisibility of the second lane
- Ensures safety during lane changes
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in:
- Autonomous vehicles
- Advanced driver assistance systems
- Traffic management systems
Problems Solved
This technology addresses issues such as:
- Ensuring safe lane changes in autonomous driving
- Improving traffic flow efficiency
- Enhancing overall road safety
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Increased safety during lane changes
- Smoother traffic flow
- Reduced risk of accidents
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications of this technology include:
- Automotive industry for autonomous vehicles
- Transportation companies for fleet management
- Traffic control authorities for road safety optimization
Unanswered Questions
How does the system differentiate between different types of terrain conditions?
The system uses sensors and mapping data to identify specific terrain conditions that may affect visibility and safety during lane changes.
What measures are in place to prevent false deceleration in non-critical situations?
The system utilizes advanced algorithms to analyze various factors before initiating deceleration, ensuring that it is only done when necessary for safety purposes.
Original Abstract Submitted
The present disclosure relates to a vehicle control system for controlling a vehicle that performs autonomous driving. A first lane is a traffic lane in which the vehicle travels. A second lane is a traffic lane adjacent to the first lane in a lane change section of less than a predetermined distance. A lane change between the first lane and the second lane is permitted in the lane change section. The vehicle control system decelerates the vehicle before the lane change section when the lane change section is present in front of the vehicle and a deceleration condition is satisfied during the autonomous driving of the vehicle. The deceleration condition includes at least a terrain condition that a target-invisible section in which the second lane is invisible from the vehicle is present before the lane change section.
