18061770. METHOD TO MONITOR WHEEL HEALTH AND ALIGNMENT USING CAMERA SYSTEM FOR PROACTIVE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE simplified abstract (GM Global Technology Operations LLC)
Contents
- 1 METHOD TO MONITOR WHEEL HEALTH AND ALIGNMENT USING CAMERA SYSTEM FOR PROACTIVE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 METHOD TO MONITOR WHEEL HEALTH AND ALIGNMENT USING CAMERA SYSTEM FOR PROACTIVE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Prior Art
- 1.11 Frequently Updated Research
- 1.12 Questions about Automotive Equipped Cameras for Wheel Analysis
- 1.13 Original Abstract Submitted
METHOD TO MONITOR WHEEL HEALTH AND ALIGNMENT USING CAMERA SYSTEM FOR PROACTIVE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Organization Name
GM Global Technology Operations LLC
Inventor(s)
Sai Vishnu Aluru of Commerce Twp. MI (US)
Steffen P. Lindenthal of OShawa (CA)
Sravan Daruri of Walled Lake MI (US)
METHOD TO MONITOR WHEEL HEALTH AND ALIGNMENT USING CAMERA SYSTEM FOR PROACTIVE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18061770 titled 'METHOD TO MONITOR WHEEL HEALTH AND ALIGNMENT USING CAMERA SYSTEM FOR PROACTIVE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes methods and systems that use cameras on vehicles to capture images of the wheels and analyze their alignment and health.
- Cameras on vehicles capture images of wheels during operation.
- Processor analyzes the images to determine the alignment and health of the wheels.
Key Features and Innovation
- Utilization of automotive equipped cameras for analyzing wheel alignment and health.
- Processor facilitates processing of camera images to determine wheel states.
- Innovative method for assessing wheel alignment and health using onboard vehicle cameras.
Potential Applications
This technology can be used in:
- Automotive industry for vehicle maintenance and diagnostics.
- Fleet management for monitoring the health of multiple vehicles.
- Autonomous vehicles for real-time assessment of wheel conditions.
Problems Solved
- Provides a convenient and efficient way to monitor wheel alignment and health.
- Reduces the need for manual inspections and measurements.
- Enables proactive maintenance to prevent potential issues.
Benefits
- Improves safety by ensuring proper wheel alignment.
- Saves time and resources by automating the inspection process.
- Enhances overall vehicle performance and longevity.
Commercial Applications
Automotive Maintenance and Diagnostics System
This technology can be integrated into automotive maintenance systems to provide real-time monitoring of wheel alignment and health, improving the efficiency of maintenance operations and reducing the risk of accidents due to wheel issues.
Prior Art
There are existing systems that use sensors and lasers for wheel alignment, but the use of onboard cameras for this purpose is a novel approach that offers advantages in terms of cost-effectiveness and ease of implementation.
Frequently Updated Research
Currently, there is ongoing research on enhancing the accuracy and speed of wheel alignment assessment using camera-based systems, as well as exploring additional applications of this technology in the automotive industry.
Questions about Automotive Equipped Cameras for Wheel Analysis
Question 1
How does this technology compare to traditional methods of assessing wheel alignment?
Traditional methods often involve manual measurements and specialized equipment, while this technology offers a more automated and cost-effective solution using onboard cameras.
Question 2
What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in different types of vehicles?
The challenges may include adapting the system to different vehicle designs and ensuring accurate alignment assessment in varying driving conditions.
Original Abstract Submitted
In exemplary embodiments, methods and systems are provided that include or utilize one or more automotive equipped cameras and a processor. The one or more automotive equipped cameras are configured to be onboard a vehicle and to obtain camera images during operation of the vehicle, the camera images including a view of one or more wheels of the vehicle. The processor is coupled to the one or more cameras, and is configured to at least facilitate: processing the camera images; and determining one or more states of the one or more wheels, including an alignment thereof, a health thereof, or both, based on the processing of the camera images.
