TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA (20240351617). VEHICLE simplified abstract
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VEHICLE
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Haruki Oguri of Toyota-shi (JP)
Kenichi Yamada of Nisshin-shi (JP)
VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240351617 titled 'VEHICLE
The abstract of this patent application describes a vehicle with a platform capable of performing various functions, an autonomous driving kit that can control the vehicle autonomously and can be attached and detached from the platform, and a vehicle control interface box that communicates with the autonomous driving kit to issue control instructions to the platform.
- The vehicle has different modes: manual mode controlled by the driver, autonomous driving mode controlled by the autonomous driving kit, and standby mode where driver operation is prohibited.
- The vehicle shifts to standby mode when the platform is activated based on an instruction from the autonomous driving kit.
Potential Applications: - Autonomous transportation systems - Fleet management solutions - Enhanced safety features in vehicles
Problems Solved: - Providing autonomous driving capabilities - Improving efficiency in vehicle operation - Enhancing overall vehicle control and safety
Benefits: - Increased convenience for drivers - Enhanced safety on the road - Potential for reduced accidents and traffic congestion
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Autonomous Driving System for Vehicles" This technology could be utilized in autonomous taxis, delivery services, and public transportation systems to improve efficiency and safety.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the autonomous driving kit communicate with the vehicle platform? 2. What are the key differences between the manual mode and autonomous driving mode in this system?
Original Abstract Submitted
a vehicle includes: a vehicle platform configured to execute a plurality of predetermined functions of the vehicle; an autonomous driving kit that is configured to issue an instruction for autonomous driving and is attachable to and detachable from the vehicle platform; and a vehicle control interface box configured to communicate with the autonomous driving kit and issue a control instruction to the vehicle platform based on an instruction from the autonomous driving kit. a vehicle mode state indicating a state of the vehicle platform includes a manual mode under control of a driver of the vehicle, an autonomous driving mode under control of the autonomous driving kit, and a standby mode in which an operation on the vehicle platform by the driver is prohibited. the vehicle mode state is shifted to the standby mode when the vehicle platform is activated based on a control instruction from the autonomous driving kit.
