18078937. SENSOR CLEANING DEVICE simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)
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SENSOR CLEANING DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Nak Kyoung Kong of Seongnam (KR)
SENSOR CLEANING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18078937 titled 'SENSOR CLEANING DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a sensor cleaning device designed to clean a sensor mounted on a vehicle. The device includes a housing with an opening, a movable protection member, and a cleaning member mounted around the opening in close contact with the protection member. The device is controlled by a controller that operates a motor and a nozzle for cleaning the sensor.
- The sensor cleaning device is specifically designed to clean a sensor mounted on a vehicle.
- The device includes a housing with an opening, a movable protection member, and a cleaning member.
- The protection member is designed to protect an environmental sensor and can be moved by a motor.
- The device sprays washer fluid onto the protection member to clean it.
- The motor is used to drive the protection member so that it is wiped by the cleaning member.
Potential Applications
- Automotive industry: The sensor cleaning device can be used in vehicles to ensure the proper functioning of sensors, such as those used for parking assistance or environmental monitoring.
- Autonomous vehicles: The device can be particularly useful in autonomous vehicles, where sensors play a crucial role in navigation and safety.
Problems Solved
- Contamination of sensors: The device addresses the problem of sensors getting contaminated by providing a cleaning mechanism.
- Maintenance: The device automates the cleaning process, reducing the need for manual cleaning and maintenance.
Benefits
- Improved sensor performance: By regularly cleaning the sensors, the device ensures accurate readings and reliable performance.
- Time and cost savings: The automated cleaning process eliminates the need for manual cleaning, saving time and reducing maintenance costs.
- Enhanced safety: Clean sensors are essential for accurate detection and monitoring, contributing to safer driving conditions.
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is a sensor cleaning device. The sensor cleaning device is configured to clean a sensor mounted on a vehicle. The sensor cleaning device includes a housing having an opening, a protection member movably disposed with respect to the opening, and a cleaning member mounted around the opening and disposed in close contact with the protection member. Also provided is a method of controlling a sensor cleaning device. The method is performed by a controller configured to control an operation of a motor and a nozzle of the sensor cleaning device. The method includes 1) detecting a first contamination of a protection member configured to protect an environmental sensor and disposed to be movable by the motor; 2) spraying a washer fluid to the protection member; 3) and driving the motor so that the protection member is wiped by a cleaning member disposed in contact with the protection member.
