18186953. CONTROL DEVICE FOR DETECTING VEHICLE REAR ATTACHMENT AND TURNING OFF REAR OBJECT DETECTION SENSOR simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)
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CONTROL DEVICE FOR DETECTING VEHICLE REAR ATTACHMENT AND TURNING OFF REAR OBJECT DETECTION SENSOR
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Yumenosuke Takewari of Tokyo (JP)
CONTROL DEVICE FOR DETECTING VEHICLE REAR ATTACHMENT AND TURNING OFF REAR OBJECT DETECTION SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18186953 titled 'CONTROL DEVICE FOR DETECTING VEHICLE REAR ATTACHMENT AND TURNING OFF REAR OBJECT DETECTION SENSOR
The abstract describes a control device for a vehicle that detects objects at the rear of the vehicle and provides an alarm if there is a risk of collision. It also determines whether the vehicle is in a tow state or a non-tow state, and suggests not providing the alarm if the object is within a certain distance for a certain amount of time while the vehicle is being driven.
- Processor functions as object detection part
- Alarm part provides alarm if collision risk detected
- Determination part distinguishes tow state from non-tow state
- Suggestion to not provide alarm in tow state
Potential Applications: - Vehicle safety systems - Collision avoidance technology - Towing assistance devices
Problems Solved: - Preventing unnecessary alarms in towing situations - Enhancing driver awareness of rear obstacles - Improving overall vehicle safety
Benefits: - Increased safety for drivers and pedestrians - Reduced risk of collisions - Enhanced driving experience
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Vehicle Safety System for Collision Avoidance" This technology can be utilized in automotive industry for developing advanced safety features in vehicles, potentially appealing to car manufacturers, fleet operators, and insurance companies.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the determination part differentiate between a tow state and a non-tow state? - The determination part likely uses specific criteria such as distance and time to make this determination. 2. What other applications could benefit from this type of object detection and alarm system? - Industries such as construction, agriculture, and logistics could potentially benefit from similar technology for their vehicles.
Original Abstract Submitted
A control device adapted for a vehicle is provided. The control device includes a processor configured to function as an object detection part detecting an object at a rear of the vehicle, an alarm part providing an alarm in a case that the object detection part detects that the vehicle has a probability of colliding with the object at the rear of the vehicle, and a determination part determining whether the vehicle is in a tow state or a non-tow state, wherein in a case when the object detection part detects that the object is located within a predetermined distance of the vehicle for greater than or equal to a predetermined amount of time while the vehicle is being driven, the determination part determines the vehicle is in a tow state and provides a suggestion to not provide the alarm.
