Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240336241). VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS simplified abstract
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VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Kumiko Kondo of Numazu-shi (JP)
Shinya Kawamata of Mishima-shi (JP)
VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240336241 titled 'VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation:
The patent application describes a vehicle control apparatus that includes a sensor for obtaining object information in front of a vehicle, a regenerative brake device, a friction brake device, and a control unit for deceleration control.
- The sensor gathers object information in front of the vehicle.
- The regenerative brake device applies regenerative brake force to a wheel.
- The friction brake device applies friction brake force to the wheel.
- The control unit regulates the regenerative and friction brake devices to achieve a target brake force when specific conditions are met.
- The control unit adjusts the maximum regenerative brake force based on the friction condition to ensure the target brake force does not exceed a predetermined force.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Integration of a sensor for object information gathering.
- Coordination between regenerative and friction brake devices for optimal deceleration control.
- Adjustment of regenerative brake force based on friction conditions.
Potential Applications:
The technology can be applied in:
- Automotive industry for improved vehicle control and safety.
- Autonomous vehicles for enhanced braking systems.
- Electric vehicles for efficient energy regeneration.
Problems Solved:
The technology addresses:
- Enhanced deceleration control in vehicles.
- Optimization of regenerative and friction brake forces.
- Improved safety and efficiency in braking systems.
Benefits:
- Enhanced vehicle safety.
- Improved energy efficiency in braking.
- Optimal control of braking forces.
Commercial Applications:
Title: Advanced Vehicle Control System for Enhanced Safety and Efficiency
This technology can be utilized in:
- Automotive manufacturing companies.
- Autonomous vehicle technology firms.
- Electric vehicle manufacturers.
Prior Art:
Readers can explore prior art related to vehicle control systems, regenerative braking, and friction brake coordination in the automotive industry.
Frequently Updated Research:
Stay updated on the latest advancements in vehicle control systems, regenerative braking technology, and friction brake optimization for vehicles.
Questions about Vehicle Control Technology:
1. How does the integration of regenerative and friction brake devices improve vehicle safety and efficiency? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this advanced vehicle control technology in different types of vehicles?
Original Abstract Submitted
a vehicle control apparatus comprises a sensor that obtains object information on an object that is present in front of a vehicle; a regenerative brake device that applies a regenerative brake force to a wheel; a friction brake device that applies a friction brake force to the wheel; and a control unit that performs a deceleration control to control at least one of the regenerative brake device and the friction brake device, when an execution condition is satisfied, in such a manner that a total of the regenerative brake force and the friction brake force becomes equal to a target brake force. the control unit is configured to make a maximum regenerative brake force smaller when a friction condition is satisfied than when the friction condition is not satisfied. the friction condition is satisfied when it is predicted that the target brake force will become greater than a predetermined force.
