18411237. AUTOMATED DRIVING SYSTEM simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 AUTOMATED DRIVING SYSTEM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 AUTOMATED DRIVING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 How does the system determine the predetermined value for the vehicle's speed below which autonomous lane changes are prohibited?
- 1.11 What measures are in place to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the vehicle speed detection device?
- 1.12 Original Abstract Submitted
AUTOMATED DRIVING SYSTEM
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
AUTOMATED DRIVING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18411237 titled 'AUTOMATED DRIVING SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The automated driving system described in the patent application includes a vehicle speed detection device, a display device capable of showing the vehicle's running lane and adjacent lane, and a processor that controls the display content and executes autonomous lane changes. The processor prohibits autonomous lane changes when the vehicle's speed is below a certain value, hides the adjacent lane in such cases, and starts displaying it before the vehicle reaches the predetermined speed if acceleration is planned for the lane change.
- Vehicle speed detection device for detecting the speed of the vehicle
- Display device capable of showing running lane and adjacent lane
- Processor controls display content and executes autonomous lane changes
- Prohibits lane changes when vehicle speed is below a predetermined value
- Hides adjacent lane when lane change is prohibited
- Starts displaying adjacent lane before vehicle reaches predetermined speed if acceleration is planned
Potential Applications
The technology described in the patent application could be applied in autonomous vehicles, advanced driver assistance systems, and smart transportation systems.
Problems Solved
This technology helps in ensuring safe and efficient lane changes in automated driving systems by considering the vehicle's speed before executing the maneuver.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved safety, smoother lane changes, and enhanced overall driving experience for users of automated vehicles.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications of this technology include integration into autonomous vehicle systems, licensing to automotive manufacturers, and partnerships with companies developing smart transportation solutions.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be existing lane change assistance systems in modern vehicles that use sensors and cameras to detect surrounding traffic before initiating a lane change.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system determine the predetermined value for the vehicle's speed below which autonomous lane changes are prohibited?
The patent application does not provide specific details on how the predetermined value for the vehicle's speed is determined. It would be interesting to know the factors and considerations that go into setting this threshold.
What measures are in place to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the vehicle speed detection device?
The patent application does not delve into the specifics of the vehicle speed detection device's accuracy and reliability. Understanding the technology and mechanisms used to ensure precise speed detection would be crucial for the system's overall performance and safety.
Original Abstract Submitted
The automated driving system includes a vehicle speed detection device for detecting a speed of a vehicle, a display device capable of displaying a running lane and an adjacent lane of the vehicle, and a processor configured to control display content of the display device, and execute an autonomous lane change of the vehicle. The processor is configured to prohibit the autonomous lane change of the vehicle when a speed of the vehicle is less than a predetermined value. The processor is configured to hide the adjacent lane when the autonomous lane change is prohibited and start displaying the adjacent lane before the speed of the vehicle reaches the predetermined value if it is planned for the vehicle to accelerate from a speed below the predetermined value to a speed equal to or greater than the predetermined value in order to carry out the autonomous lane change.
