17939111. Vehicle and Method of Controlling the Same simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)

Vehicle and Method of Controlling the Same

Organization Name

KIA CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Hyungsuk Oh of Seoul (KR)

Vehicle and Method of Controlling the Same - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17939111 titled 'Vehicle and Method of Controlling the Same

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a vehicle with a wheel that can change its width. The vehicle includes a controller that generates a control signal to change the width of the wheel. The wheel consists of an inner wheel connected to the vehicle's axle, an outer wheel connected to the inner wheel, and a driver. The driver moves the outer wheel along the axle's longitudinal direction to change the width of the wheel by generating power based on the control signal.

• The vehicle has a wheel with a changeable width.
• A controller generates a control signal to change the width of the wheel.
• The wheel consists of an inner wheel, outer wheel, and a driver.
• The driver moves the outer wheel along the axle's longitudinal direction.
• The width of the wheel is changed by generating power in response to the control signal.

Potential Applications

• Off-road vehicles that can adjust the width of their wheels for different terrains.
• Vehicles designed for narrow or wide spaces, such as parking lots or construction sites.
• Adaptive suspension systems that can adjust the width of the wheels for improved stability and handling.

Problems Solved

• Provides flexibility in adapting to different terrains or environments.
• Allows vehicles to navigate through tight spaces or obstacles more easily.
• Enhances stability and handling by adjusting the width of the wheels.

Benefits

• Improved maneuverability and versatility for vehicles.
• Increased stability and control in various driving conditions.
• Enhanced safety and efficiency in challenging environments.

Original Abstract Submitted

An embodiment vehicle includes a wheel having a width that is changeable and a controller configured to generate a control signal for changing the width of the wheel. The wheel includes an inner wheel connected to an axle of the vehicle, an outer wheel connected to the inner wheel, and a driver. The driver is configured to move the outer wheel along a longitudinal direction of the axle of the vehicle to change the width of the wheel by generating power in response to the control signal.