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==Patent applications for Honda Motor Co., Ltd. on November 30th, 2023==
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'''Summary of the patent applications from Honda Motor Co., Ltd. on November 30th, 2023'''
  
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===SYNTHESIS OF BIMETALLIC STRUCTURES FOR USE AS CATALYSTS ([[US Patent Application 18227154. SYNTHESIS OF BIMETALLIC STRUCTURES FOR USE AS CATALYSTS simplified abstract|18227154]])===
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Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has recently filed several patents related to wireless communication devices, AC generation circuits, fuel cell systems, consumable parts replacement systems, driving assistance devices, gaze estimation devices, vehicle following systems, and battery pack connection structures.
  
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In terms of wireless communication devices, Honda has filed a patent for a device that wirelessly transmits a request signal to gather information about the communication condition with a specific device. Based on the responses received, the device selects another device to transfer the communication and determines the communication method to be used.
  
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'''Main Inventor'''
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For AC generation circuits, Honda has filed a patent for a circuit that includes capacitors, switches, and inductors. The circuit allows for parallel and series connections of capacitors to a power storage, as well as the connection of inductors between the power storage and the capacitors.
  
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Shutang CHEN
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In the field of fuel cell systems, Honda has filed a patent for a method of estimating and determining the normal pressure detector based on pressure values detected by multiple pressure detectors. The method focuses on detecting differences in pressure values and uses this information to estimate the anode pressure in the fuel gas supply pipe.
  
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Honda has also filed a patent for a system that identifies the replacement time and position of consumable parts in a movable body. The system measures the internal resistance value of the consumable part and determines the travel position status of the movable body to accurately identify the replacement time and position.
  
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'''Brief explanation'''
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In the area of driving assistance devices, Honda has filed a patent for a device that can recognize external objects near a vehicle and estimate the direction of the driver's gaze towards different potential objects of interest. The device provides driving assistance based on the driver's visual recognition of specific objects.
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The patent application describes a process for creating bimetallic nanoframes using platinum (Pt) and a Group 8-11 metal (M).  
 
  
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* The process involves reacting a first precursor containing Pt and a second precursor containing M to form a first bimetallic structure.  
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Honda has also filed a patent for a gaze estimation device that calculates the probability of a person looking at each option based on their gaze and a probability distribution. It identifies the option with a probability value equal to or greater than a set threshold as the one the person is looking at.
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* A third precursor containing Pt is then reacted with the first bimetallic structure to form a second bimetallic structure with a higher molar ratio of Pt to M.
 
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* The second bimetallic structure is then treated with an acid to form the bimetallic nanoframe, which has an even higher molar ratio of Pt to M.
 
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* The resulting bimetallic nanoframe has the formula (Pt)(M), where a represents the amount of Pt and b represents the amount of M.
 
  
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'''Abstract'''
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In terms of vehicle following systems, Honda has filed a patent for a vehicle equipped with sensors and a vehicle controller that can detect and follow another vehicle on the road. The controller calculates the following distance between the two vehicles based on the distance between the taillights of the detected vehicle and adjusts the steering to follow the detected vehicle.
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Aspects described herein generally relate to bimetallic structures, syntheses thereof, and uses thereof. In an embodiment, a process for forming a bimetallic nanoframe is provided. The process includes forming a first bimetallic structure by reacting a first precursor comprising platinum (Pt) and a second precursor comprising a Group 8-11 metal (M), wherein Mis free of Pt; reacting a third precursor comprising Pt with the first bimetallic structure to form a second bimetallic structure, the second bimetallic structure having a higher molar ratio of Pt to Group 8-11 metal than the first bimetallic structure; and introducing the second bimetallic structure with an acid to form the bimetallic nanoframe, the bimetallic nanoframe having a higher molar ratio of Pt to Group 8-11 metal than that of the second bimetallic structure, the bimetallic nanoframe having the formula: (Pt)(M), wherein: a is the amount of Pt; b is the amount of M.
 
  
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===DOOR WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE DOOR ([[US Patent Application 17826643. DOOR WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE DOOR simplified abstract|17826643]])===
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Lastly, Honda has filed a patent for a connection structure between a battery pack and a vehicle body. The structure includes a first connection member with inclination plates that provide a secure and stable connection between the battery pack and the vehicle body.
  
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Notable applications:
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* Wireless communication device for selecting another device to transfer communication based on gathered information.
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* AC generation circuit with capacitors, switches, and inductors for parallel and series connections.
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* Method for estimating and determining the normal pressure detector in a fuel cell system.
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* System for identifying the replacement time and position of consumable parts in a movable body.
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* Driving assistance device for recognizing external objects and estimating the driver's gaze direction.
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* Gaze estimation device for determining where a person is looking among multiple options.
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* Vehicle equipped with sensors and a controller for detecting and following another vehicle.
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* Connection structure between a battery pack and a vehicle body for secure and stable connection.
  
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'''Main Inventor'''
 
  
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Khang C. NGUYEN
 
  
  
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'''Brief explanation'''
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==Patent applications for Honda Motor Co., Ltd. on November 30th, 2023==
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- The patent application describes a vehicle door with a water management system.
 
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- The water management system includes a baffle installed within the door to direct water towards a lateral door, preventing water from leaking inside the vehicle.
 
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- The system also includes a grommet set within an opening of a stiffening member, which is located between the exterior skin and interior panel of the door.
 
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- The grommet protects a wire running through the opening and helps prevent water from leaking through it.
 
  
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'''Abstract'''
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===SYNTHESIS OF BIMETALLIC STRUCTURES FOR USE AS CATALYSTS ([[US Patent Application 18227154. SYNTHESIS OF BIMETALLIC STRUCTURES FOR USE AS CATALYSTS simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18227154]])===
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A vehicle door including a door water management system is disclosed. The water management system includes a baffle installed within the door to direct water towards a lateral door of the door, preventing water from leaking inside a motor vehicle. The water management system also includes a grommet that is set within an opening of a stiffening member, which is disposed between an exterior skin member and an interior panel member of the vehicle door. The grommet protects a wire running through the opening of the stiffening member and helps prevent water from leaking through that opening.
 
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===DRIVING SUPPORT DEVICE, DRIVING SUPPORT UNIT, STORAGE MEDIUM, AND DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD ([[US Patent Application 18202331. DRIVING SUPPORT DEVICE, DRIVING SUPPORT UNIT, STORAGE MEDIUM, AND DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD simplified abstract|18202331]])===
 
  
  
 
'''Main Inventor'''
 
'''Main Inventor'''
  
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Jovin Jeevan Dsa
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Shutang CHEN
  
  
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'''Brief explanation'''
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===DOOR WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE DOOR ([[US Patent Application 17826643. DOOR WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE DOOR simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|17826643]])===
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The abstract describes a driving support device that can be attached to a vehicle and helps the driver by acquiring images of the vehicle's surroundings and determining the intensity of notifications to be given to the driver.  
 
  
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* The device is detachably attached to a vehicle via a detachable member.
 
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* It acquires one or more images of the surrounding situation of the vehicle.
 
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* It predicts if the vehicle is going to depart from its current lane based on the information from the images.
 
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* It determines the intensity of the notification to be given to the driver based on the change of a target in the images.
 
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* It causes a notifier to output a notification to the driver with the determined intensity.
 
  
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A driving support device is detachably attached to a vehicle via a detachable member and performs: acquiring one or more images obtained by imaging a surrounding situation of the vehicle; and determining a notification intensity of a notification for a driver of the vehicle on the basis of a change of a target in the one or more images when it is predicted on the basis of information acquired from the one or more images that the vehicle is to depart from a traveling lane in which the vehicle is traveling and causing a notifier to output a notification of the determined notification intensity.
 
  
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===CONNECTION STRUCTURE OF BATTERY PACK AND VEHICLE BODY, AND VEHICLE ([[US Patent Application 18142054. CONNECTION STRUCTURE OF BATTERY PACK AND VEHICLE BODY, AND VEHICLE simplified abstract|18142054]])===
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Khang C. NGUYEN
  
  
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===INTEGRATED CONTROL DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18337443. INTEGRATED CONTROL DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18337443]])===
  
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Zhanyang Tan
 
  
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Jun KUDO
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The abstract describes a connection structure between a battery pack and a vehicle body, consisting of left and right stringers and a crossbeam.
 
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* The connection structure includes a first connection member that connects the battery pack and the crossbeam.
 
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* The first connection member has two inclination plates arranged at intervals along a left-right direction.
 
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* One end of each inclination plate is connected to the crossbeam, and the other end is connected to the battery pack.
 
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* The first inclination plate is positioned closer to the right stringer.
 
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* The closest extension plane of each inclination plate intersects with the respective stringer.
 
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* The purpose of this connection structure is to provide a secure and stable connection between the battery pack and the vehicle body.
 
  
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A connection structure of a battery pack and a vehicle body including a left stringer, a right stringer, and a crossbeam, includes at least a first connection member configured to connect the battery pack and the crossbeam. The first connection member includes a first inclination plate and a second inclination plate arranged at intervals along a left-right direction, the first inclination plate is positioned at a side of the second inclination plate to be close to the right stringer, one end of each of the first inclination plate and the second inclination plate is connected to the crossbeam, and the other end of each of the first inclination plate and the second inclination plate is connected to the battery pack, a first/second extension plane of the first/second inclination plate that is the closest to the right/left stringer intersects the right/left stringer.
 
  
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===SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VEHICULAR CONTROL WHILE FOLLOWING A VEHICLE ([[US Patent Application 17751786. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VEHICULAR CONTROL WHILE FOLLOWING A VEHICLE simplified abstract|17751786]])===
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===DRIVING SUPPORT DEVICE, DRIVING SUPPORT UNIT, STORAGE MEDIUM, AND DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD ([[US Patent Application 18202331. DRIVING SUPPORT DEVICE, DRIVING SUPPORT UNIT, STORAGE MEDIUM, AND DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18202331]])===
  
  
 
'''Main Inventor'''
 
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Jose I. Herrero Zarzosa
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Jovin Jeevan Dsa
  
  
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===CONNECTION STRUCTURE OF BATTERY PACK AND VEHICLE BODY, AND VEHICLE ([[US Patent Application 18142054. CONNECTION STRUCTURE OF BATTERY PACK AND VEHICLE BODY, AND VEHICLE simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18142054]])===
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The patent application describes a vehicle equipped with sensors and a vehicle controller that can detect and follow another vehicle on the road. Here are the key points:
 
  
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* The vehicle has multiple sensors, including a primary sensor.
 
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* The vehicle controller collects sensor information from these sensors.
 
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* It can detect the presence of a vehicle ahead in the direction of travel.
 
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* It can also detect the taillights of the detected vehicle using the sensor information.
 
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* The controller calculates the distance between the taillights of the detected vehicle.
 
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* Based on this distance and the sensor information, it calculates a following distance between the two vehicles.
 
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* The controller can also detect lane markings using the sensor information.
 
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* It adjusts the steering of the vehicle to follow the detected vehicle based on the lane markings and the calculated following distance.
 
  
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A vehicle is provided. The vehicle includes a plurality of sensors including a first sensor. The vehicle also includes a vehicle controller. The vehicle controller is programmed to (i) collect a plurality of sensor information; (ii) detect a first vehicle ahead of the vehicle in a direction of travel of the vehicle; (iii) detect two or more taillights of the first vehicle based on the plurality of sensor information; (iv) determine a distance between the two or more taillights; (v) calculate a following distance between the first vehicle and the vehicle based on the distance between the two or more taillights and the plurality of sensor information; (vi) detect a plurality of lane markings based on the plurality of sensor information; and (vii) adjust steering of the vehicle to follow the first vehicle based on the plurality of lane markings and the following distance.
 
  
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===DRIVING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, DRIVING ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18203110. DRIVING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, DRIVING ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract|18203110]])===
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Zhanyang Tan
  
  
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'''Main Inventor'''
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===SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VEHICULAR CONTROL WHILE FOLLOWING A VEHICLE ([[US Patent Application 17751786. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VEHICULAR CONTROL WHILE FOLLOWING A VEHICLE simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|17751786]])===
  
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Takeru Goto
 
  
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'''Brief explanation'''
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Jose I. Herrero Zarzosa
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The patent application describes a gaze estimation device for determining where a person is looking among multiple options.
 
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* The device calculates the probability of the person looking at each option based on their gaze and a probability distribution.
 
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* It then identifies the option with a probability value equal to or greater than a set threshold as the one the person is looking at.
 
  
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Provided is a gaze estimation device for estimating toward which gaze candidate an occupant of a mobile object is directing his or her gaze from among a plurality of gaze candidates including gaze candidates existing on a structure of the mobile object and an object near the mobile object, the gaze estimation device being configured to: calculate, for each of the plurality of gaze candidates, a probability value of the occupant directing his or her gaze toward the gaze candidate based on the gaze and a probability distribution representing probabilities of directing his or her gaze toward each of the plurality of gaze candidates; and estimate that the occupant is directing his or her gaze toward a gaze candidate for which the probability value is equal to or larger than a threshold value among the plurality of gaze candidates.
 
  
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===DRIVING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, DRIVING ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18202391. DRIVING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, DRIVING ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract|18202391]])===
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===DRIVING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, DRIVING ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18203110. DRIVING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, DRIVING ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18203110]])===
  
  
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===DRIVING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, DRIVING ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18202391. DRIVING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, DRIVING ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18202391]])===
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This patent application describes a driving assistance device that can recognize external objects near a vehicle and estimate the direction of the driver's gaze towards different potential objects of interest.
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'''Main Inventor'''
  
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* The device uses a storage medium and a processor to execute computer-readable commands.
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Takeru Goto
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* It can identify an external object close to the vehicle.
 
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* It estimates which object the driver is looking at from a list of potential objects, including those on the vehicle itself and the external object.
 
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* If the driver's gaze is directed towards a specific object for a certain period of time or longer, it determines that the driver visually recognizes that object.
 
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Provided is a driving assistance device including a storage medium storing computer-readable commands and a processor connected to the storage medium, the processor executing the computer-readable commands to: recognize an external object near a mobile object; estimate toward which gaze candidate an occupant of the mobile object is directing his or her gaze from among a plurality of gaze candidates including gaze candidates existing on a structure of the mobile object and the external object; determine that the occupant visually recognizes a gaze candidate from among the plurality of gaze candidates when the occupant is estimated to direct his or her gaze toward the gaze candidate for a first predetermined period or more; and execute driving assistance for the mobile object based on a determination result.
 
  
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===INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18326365. INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract|18326365]])===
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===INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18326365. INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18326365]])===
  
  
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===REPLACEMENT-TIME POSITION IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM AND REPLACEMENT-TIME POSITION IDENTIFICATION METHOD ([[US Patent Application 18321715. REPLACEMENT-TIME POSITION IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM AND REPLACEMENT-TIME POSITION IDENTIFICATION METHOD simplified abstract|18321715]])===
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===REPLACEMENT-TIME POSITION IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM AND REPLACEMENT-TIME POSITION IDENTIFICATION METHOD ([[US Patent Application 18321715. REPLACEMENT-TIME POSITION IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM AND REPLACEMENT-TIME POSITION IDENTIFICATION METHOD simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18321715]])===
  
  
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===FUEL CELL SYSTEM ([[US Patent Application 18113346. FUEL CELL SYSTEM simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18113346]])===
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- The system includes a consumable part consumption degree grasper that measures the internal resistance value of the consumable part.
 
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- A position acquirer is used to determine the travel position status of the movable body.
 
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- Data from the consumable part consumption degree grasper and the position acquirer are received by a data receiver.
 
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- Based on the travel status of the movable body, the replacement-time position acquirer identifies the position of the movable body where the consumable part needs to be replaced.
 
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- The identification is done when the internal resistance value of the consumable part satisfies a predetermined requirement for change.
 
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A replacement-time position identification system of consumable parts includes a consumable part consumption degree grasper that grasps an internal resistance value of a consumable part included in a movable body, a position acquirer that acquires a travel position status in response to an ignition of the movable body being turned on or off, a data receiver that receives data from the consumable part consumption degree grasper and data from the position acquirer, and a replacement-time position acquirer that, based on a travel status of the movable body, when a value of data of the internal resistance value from the consumable part consumption degree grasper satisfies a predetermined requirement in change, identifies a position of the movable body as a replacement position of the consumable part.
 
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===ALTERNATING CURRENT GENERATION CIRCUIT AND TEMPERATURE RAISING DEVICE ([[US Patent Application 18202332. ALTERNATING CURRENT GENERATION CIRCUIT AND TEMPERATURE RAISING DEVICE simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18202332]])===
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The patent application describes a method for estimating and determining the normal pressure detector in a fuel cell system based on pressure values detected by multiple pressure detectors. Here are the key points:
 
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* If the difference between pressure values is equal to or greater than a predetermined value, an estimation of the anode pressure in the fuel gas supply pipe is made.
 
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* The pressure detector that detects a pressure value closer to the estimated pressure value is considered the normal pressure detector.
 
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If a difference between pressure values detected by a plurality of pressure detectors is equal to or greater than a predetermined value, a anode pressure in the fuel gas supply pipe is estimated based on a supply situation of the fuel gas supplied from a pressure regulator and a consumption situation of the fuel gas in a fuel cell stack, and it is determined that a pressure detector detecting a pressure value closer to an estimated pressure value is a normal pressure detector. Thereafter, a power generation operation of a fuel cell system is continued based on the pressure value of the pressure detector determined to be normal.
 
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===COMMUNICATION DEVICE, COMMUNICATION METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18233544. COMMUNICATION DEVICE, COMMUNICATION METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18233544]])===
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The patent application describes an AC generation circuit that includes various components such as capacitors, switches, and inductors.
 
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An alternating current (AC) generation circuit includes a first capacitor having a first end connected to a positive electrode side of a power storage having an inductance component, a second capacitor having a second end connected to a negative electrode side of the power storage, a parallel switch unit configured to connect the first capacitor and the second capacitor in parallel to the power storage, a series switch unit configured to connect the first capacitor and the second capacitor in series with the power storage, a first inductor connected between the positive electrode side of the power storage and the first end of the first capacitor, a second inductor connected between the second end of the second capacitor and the negative electrode side of the power storage, a third capacitor connected between the second end of the first capacitor and the negative electrode side of the power storage, and a fourth capacitor connected between the positive electrode side of the power storage and the first end of the second capacitor.
 
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===COMMUNICATION DEVICE, BASE STATION, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18234125. COMMUNICATION DEVICE, BASE STATION, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18234125]])===
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The patent application describes a communication device that establishes a connection with another device that relays communication to a specific device. When sending a connection request to the other device, the communication device also sends a portion of the data intended for the specific device and information on when the other device should discard that data.
 
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A communication device performs connection establishment processing with another communication device that relays communication with a predetermined communication device, and when transmitting a request for a connection to the another communication device, transmits, to the another communication device, together with the request, first data that is a part of data to be transmitted to the predetermined communication device and information indicating a condition for the another communication device to discard the first data.
 
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===COMMUNICATION DEVICE, BASE STATION, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18234125. COMMUNICATION DEVICE, BASE STATION, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract|18234125]])===
 
  
  
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===COMMUNICATION DEVICE, RELAY DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM ([[US Patent Application 18233534. COMMUNICATION DEVICE, RELAY DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)|18233534]])===
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The patent application describes a wireless communication device that can receive information about a condition for communication in a different communication method from another device within a certain geographical range. Based on this information, the device can select another device to perform communication using the different method.
 
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A communication device that performs communication wirelessly receives by using a first communication method, from a first another device, information regarding a condition for communication in a second communication method within a geographical range where communication with the first another device is possible, the second communication method being different from the first communication method, and selects a second another device that performs the communication in the second communication method, based on the information regarding the condition.
 
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The abstract describes a communication device that wirelessly transmits a request signal to other devices to gather information about the communication condition with a specific device. Based on the responses received, the device selects another device to transfer the communication and determines the communication method to be used. It then establishes a connection with the selected device and requests it to relay the communication.
 
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A communication device that performs communication wirelessly transmits, to one or more other communication devices, a request signal requesting information indicating a condition regarding communication with a predetermined device, in each of one or more communication methods in the one or more other communication devices, receives, from at least any of the one or more other communication devices, a response including the information indicating the condition regarding the communication in the other communication devices, selects, based on the received response, a device to be requested to transfer the communication of the communication device from a transmission source device of the response, and selects a communication method in the device to be used for transferring, and performs connection establishment processing including requesting the selected device to relay the communication of the communication device.
 

Latest revision as of 06:38, 7 December 2023

Summary of the patent applications from Honda Motor Co., Ltd. on November 30th, 2023

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has recently filed several patents related to wireless communication devices, AC generation circuits, fuel cell systems, consumable parts replacement systems, driving assistance devices, gaze estimation devices, vehicle following systems, and battery pack connection structures.

In terms of wireless communication devices, Honda has filed a patent for a device that wirelessly transmits a request signal to gather information about the communication condition with a specific device. Based on the responses received, the device selects another device to transfer the communication and determines the communication method to be used.

For AC generation circuits, Honda has filed a patent for a circuit that includes capacitors, switches, and inductors. The circuit allows for parallel and series connections of capacitors to a power storage, as well as the connection of inductors between the power storage and the capacitors.

In the field of fuel cell systems, Honda has filed a patent for a method of estimating and determining the normal pressure detector based on pressure values detected by multiple pressure detectors. The method focuses on detecting differences in pressure values and uses this information to estimate the anode pressure in the fuel gas supply pipe.

Honda has also filed a patent for a system that identifies the replacement time and position of consumable parts in a movable body. The system measures the internal resistance value of the consumable part and determines the travel position status of the movable body to accurately identify the replacement time and position.

In the area of driving assistance devices, Honda has filed a patent for a device that can recognize external objects near a vehicle and estimate the direction of the driver's gaze towards different potential objects of interest. The device provides driving assistance based on the driver's visual recognition of specific objects.

Honda has also filed a patent for a gaze estimation device that calculates the probability of a person looking at each option based on their gaze and a probability distribution. It identifies the option with a probability value equal to or greater than a set threshold as the one the person is looking at.

In terms of vehicle following systems, Honda has filed a patent for a vehicle equipped with sensors and a vehicle controller that can detect and follow another vehicle on the road. The controller calculates the following distance between the two vehicles based on the distance between the taillights of the detected vehicle and adjusts the steering to follow the detected vehicle.

Lastly, Honda has filed a patent for a connection structure between a battery pack and a vehicle body. The structure includes a first connection member with inclination plates that provide a secure and stable connection between the battery pack and the vehicle body.

Notable applications:

  • Wireless communication device for selecting another device to transfer communication based on gathered information.
  • AC generation circuit with capacitors, switches, and inductors for parallel and series connections.
  • Method for estimating and determining the normal pressure detector in a fuel cell system.
  • System for identifying the replacement time and position of consumable parts in a movable body.
  • Driving assistance device for recognizing external objects and estimating the driver's gaze direction.
  • Gaze estimation device for determining where a person is looking among multiple options.
  • Vehicle equipped with sensors and a controller for detecting and following another vehicle.
  • Connection structure between a battery pack and a vehicle body for secure and stable connection.



Patent applications for Honda Motor Co., Ltd. on November 30th, 2023

SYNTHESIS OF BIMETALLIC STRUCTURES FOR USE AS CATALYSTS (18227154)

Main Inventor

Shutang CHEN


DOOR WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE DOOR (17826643)

Main Inventor

Khang C. NGUYEN


INTEGRATED CONTROL DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM (18337443)

Main Inventor

Jun KUDO


DRIVING SUPPORT DEVICE, DRIVING SUPPORT UNIT, STORAGE MEDIUM, AND DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD (18202331)

Main Inventor

Jovin Jeevan Dsa


CONNECTION STRUCTURE OF BATTERY PACK AND VEHICLE BODY, AND VEHICLE (18142054)

Main Inventor

Zhanyang Tan


SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VEHICULAR CONTROL WHILE FOLLOWING A VEHICLE (17751786)

Main Inventor

Jose I. Herrero Zarzosa


DRIVING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, DRIVING ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18203110)

Main Inventor

Takeru Goto


DRIVING ASSISTANCE DEVICE, DRIVING ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18202391)

Main Inventor

Takeru Goto


INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY STORAGE MEDIUM (18326365)

Main Inventor

Norihide KOHMOTO


REPLACEMENT-TIME POSITION IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM AND REPLACEMENT-TIME POSITION IDENTIFICATION METHOD (18321715)

Main Inventor

Kohei MUKAIHARA


FUEL CELL SYSTEM (18113346)

Main Inventor

Koichi KATO


ALTERNATING CURRENT GENERATION CIRCUIT AND TEMPERATURE RAISING DEVICE (18202332)

Main Inventor

Yasumichi Onuki


COMMUNICATION DEVICE, COMMUNICATION METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM (18233544)

Main Inventor

Naoko IMAI


COMMUNICATION DEVICE, BASE STATION, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM (18234125)

Main Inventor

Naoko IMAI


COMMUNICATION DEVICE, RELAY DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM (18233534)

Main Inventor

Masaru OTAKA

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