HYUNDAI MOBIS CO., LTD. (20240319728). APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING GROUP DRIVING AND METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract
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APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING GROUP DRIVING AND METHOD THEREOF
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Yong Kwan Ji of Yongin-si (KR)
APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING GROUP DRIVING AND METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240319728 titled 'APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING GROUP DRIVING AND METHOD THEREOF
The apparatus for controlling group driving according to an aspect may include an inter-vehicle communication unit for communicating with a leader vehicle to receive the driving state and traveling track of the leader vehicle, a leader vehicle learning unit for learning a driving pattern of the leader vehicle based on the driving state of the leader vehicle received through the inter-vehicle communication unit, an autonomous drive unit for autonomously driving the follower vehicle in accordance with the traveling track of the leader vehicle, and a follow-up control unit for receiving the driving state of the leader vehicle to learn the driving pattern of the leader vehicle, controlling the autonomous drive unit to follow the traveling track of the leader vehicle, and performing the autonomous driving by applying the driving pattern of the leader vehicle.
- Inter-vehicle communication unit for receiving driving state and traveling track of leader vehicle
- Leader vehicle learning unit for learning driving pattern based on leader vehicle's state
- Autonomous drive unit for driving follower vehicle autonomously
- Follow-up control unit for controlling autonomous drive unit to follow leader vehicle's track
- Application of leader vehicle's driving pattern for autonomous driving
Potential Applications: - Autonomous driving systems - Vehicle convoy control - Fleet management systems
Problems Solved: - Enhancing safety in group driving scenarios - Improving efficiency in convoy operations - Streamlining communication between vehicles
Benefits: - Increased safety on the road - Enhanced coordination in group driving situations - Optimized fuel consumption in convoy operations
Commercial Applications: Title: "Autonomous Convoy Control System for Enhanced Group Driving" This technology can be utilized in autonomous vehicle fleets, logistics companies, and military convoys to improve efficiency and safety in group driving scenarios.
Prior Art: Prior research in autonomous convoy control systems and inter-vehicle communication technologies can provide insights into the development of this apparatus.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in autonomous driving technologies, inter-vehicle communication systems, and convoy control algorithms to enhance the performance of this apparatus.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the inter-vehicle communication unit enhance the coordination between the leader and follower vehicles? 2. What are the key advantages of using a leader vehicle learning unit in autonomous convoy control systems?
Original Abstract Submitted
the apparatus for controlling group driving according to as aspect may include an inter-vehicle communication unit for communicating with a leader vehicle to receive the driving state and traveling track of the leader vehicle, a leader vehicle learning unit for learning a driving pattern of the leader vehicle based on the driving state of the leader vehicle received through the inter-vehicle communication unit, an autonomous drive unit for autonomously driving the follower vehicle in accordance with the traveling track of the leader vehicle, and a follow-up control unit for receiving the driving state of the leader vehicle to learn the driving pattern of the leader vehicle, controlling the autonomous drive unit to follow the traveling track of the leader vehicle, and performing the autonomous driving by applying the driving pattern of the leader vehicle.
