Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240109522). DRIVING SUPPORT APPARATUS, DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 DRIVING SUPPORT APPARATUS, DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 DRIVING SUPPORT APPARATUS, DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM - 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 Original Abstract Submitted
DRIVING SUPPORT APPARATUS, DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Makoto Kobayashi of Susono-shi (JP)
DRIVING SUPPORT APPARATUS, DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240109522 titled 'DRIVING SUPPORT APPARATUS, DRIVING SUPPORT METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The driving support apparatus described in the patent application includes a surrounding sensor that can detect moving objects in specific areas around the vehicle, and a control unit that can autonomously apply braking force to the vehicle to prevent collisions with these objects.
- Surrounding sensor detects moving objects in front of the vehicle and in the front lateral area.
- Control unit executes autonomous braking control when collision condition is met, applying braking force to prevent collision.
- Braking force is reduced if the moving object in the collision condition is in the front lateral area compared to in front of the vehicle.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in autonomous driving systems, collision avoidance systems, and advanced driver assistance systems.
Problems Solved
This technology helps prevent collisions with moving objects in the vehicle's path, improving overall safety on the road.
Benefits
- Enhanced safety for drivers and passengers - Reduced risk of accidents and collisions - Improved efficiency in braking response
Potential Commercial Applications
- Automotive industry for integration into vehicles - Insurance companies for safer driving incentives - Transportation companies for fleet management
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of similar autonomous braking systems in vehicles, but with different algorithms or sensor configurations.
What is the impact of this technology on road safety?
The technology described in the patent application significantly improves road safety by autonomously applying braking force to prevent collisions with moving objects, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries.
How does this technology compare to existing collision avoidance systems?
This technology sets itself apart by specifically adjusting the braking force based on the location of the moving object, providing a more tailored and efficient response to potential collisions.
Original Abstract Submitted
a driving support apparatus includes a surrounding sensor capable of detecting a first object which is a moving object present in a predetermined first area including a direct front of the own vehicle and a second object which is a moving object present in a predetermined second area including a front lateral area of the own vehicle; and a control unit configured to execute the autonomous braking control for automatically applying braking force to the own vehicle when a collision condition is satisfied, the collision condition being satisfied when there is a possibility that the own vehicle collides with a moving object. the control unit is configured to, when a target object which is a moving object satisfying the collision condition is the second object, reduce a magnitude of the braking force applied by the autonomous braking control, as compared to when the target object is the first object.
