18404573. PARKING SPACE MANAGEMENT METHOD AND COMMUNICATION APPARATUS simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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PARKING SPACE MANAGEMENT METHOD AND COMMUNICATION APPARATUS
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Xiao Shao of Kawasaki-shi (JP)
Ryokichi Onishi of Setagaya-ku (JP)
PARKING SPACE MANAGEMENT METHOD AND COMMUNICATION APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18404573 titled 'PARKING SPACE MANAGEMENT METHOD AND COMMUNICATION APPARATUS
The patent application describes a method for managing parking spaces using a communication apparatus that transmits a radio signal beamformed in a specific direction to determine the status of a parking space.
- The communication apparatus detects if a parking space is vacant by receiving a response signal to the radio signal.
- If no response signal is received, the communication apparatus determines that the parking space is occupied by a vehicle.
- This method allows for efficient monitoring and management of parking spaces in real-time.
Potential Applications: - Smart parking systems in urban areas - Parking lot management in commercial buildings - Traffic flow optimization in busy areas
Problems Solved: - Difficulty in finding available parking spaces - Inefficient parking space management - Traffic congestion due to lack of parking availability
Benefits: - Improved parking space utilization - Reduced time spent searching for parking - Enhanced traffic flow and congestion management
Commercial Applications: Title: "Smart Parking Management System" This technology can be utilized by parking lot operators, smart city initiatives, and transportation authorities to optimize parking space usage and improve overall traffic management.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the communication apparatus determine if a parking space is vacant or occupied? - The communication apparatus sends a radio signal beamformed in a specific direction and detects a response signal to determine the status of the parking space. 2. What are the potential benefits of implementing this parking space management method? - The benefits include improved parking space utilization, reduced search time for parking, and enhanced traffic flow management.
Original Abstract Submitted
A parking space management method by a communication apparatus comprises transmitting, a radio signal beamformed in a specific direction, determining that a parking space associated with the specific direction is in a state of being vacant when the communication apparatus receives a response signal in response to the radio signal, and determining that the parking space is in a state of being occupied by a vehicle parked therein when the communication apparatus does not receive the response signal.
