20240042984. FAULT DETECTION ARRANGEMENT FOR VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEM simplified abstract (CTS Corporation)
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FAULT DETECTION ARRANGEMENT FOR VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEM
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Inventor(s)
Ganesh Baral of Mishawaka IN (US)
Kevin Wolschlager of Elkhart IN (US)
David Kolberg of Granger IN (US)
Arthur Hazlewood of Warsaw IN (US)
FAULT DETECTION ARRANGEMENT FOR VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240042984 titled 'FAULT DETECTION ARRANGEMENT FOR VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method and system for detecting faults in a vehicle brake system. The system includes an electronic processor that receives signals from a brake pedal and a brake system feedback sensor. The processor determines a fault state based on the signals received.
- The brake pedal signal indicates whether the driver intends to brake.
- The vehicle braking response signal indicates the actual response of the brake system.
- The processor identifies a fault state when there is no brake pedal movement but a braking response occurs, or when there is brake pedal movement but no braking response occurs.
- The processor can provide an audio or visual indication of the fault state and/or control the braking operation of the vehicle in response to the fault state.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Automotive industry: This technology can be used in vehicles to detect faults in the brake system and provide warnings or take control of the braking operation to ensure safety.
- Fleet management: Fleet operators can use this technology to monitor the brake system health of their vehicles and take necessary actions to prevent accidents or breakdowns.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Fault detection: The system can accurately detect faults in the brake system, allowing for timely repairs and maintenance.
- Safety enhancement: By detecting faults and taking appropriate actions, this technology helps to ensure the safety of the vehicle occupants and other road users.
Benefits of this technology:
- Early fault detection: The system can identify faults in the brake system before they lead to a complete failure, allowing for proactive maintenance and reducing the risk of accidents.
- Improved safety: By providing warnings or taking control of the braking operation, this technology helps to prevent accidents caused by brake system failures.
- Cost savings: Timely detection and repair of brake system faults can help avoid costly breakdowns and repairs.
Original Abstract Submitted
a method and system is provided for determining faults in a vehicle brake system. an electronic processor obtains a brake pedal signal from a brake pedal that indicates a driver intent to brake and obtains a vehicle braking response condition signal from a brake system feedback sensor. the electronic processor determines a fault state when (1) the brake pedal signal is indicative of no brake pedal movement and the vehicle braking response signal is indicative of a vehicle braking response occurring, or when (2) the brake pedal signal is indicative of brake pedal movement and the vehicle braking response condition signal is indicative of no occurrence of a vehicle braking response. the electronic processor controls an output of an audio or visual indication of a fault state and/or controls braking operation of the vehicle in response to the fault state.
