18071405. TRAILER SIZE DETECTION FOR ROAD LOAD PEDAL ADJUSTMENT simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 TRAILER SIZE DETECTION FOR ROAD LOAD PEDAL ADJUSTMENT
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 TRAILER SIZE DETECTION FOR ROAD LOAD PEDAL ADJUSTMENT - 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 Original Abstract Submitted
TRAILER SIZE DETECTION FOR ROAD LOAD PEDAL ADJUSTMENT
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Thomas S. Hawley of Ann Arbor MI (US)
Luis C. Quinteros of Ann Arbor MI (US)
TRAILER SIZE DETECTION FOR ROAD LOAD PEDAL ADJUSTMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18071405 titled 'TRAILER SIZE DETECTION FOR ROAD LOAD PEDAL ADJUSTMENT
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a trailer detection system that includes an image sensor to detect a trailering load attached to a vehicle, and an electronic control unit (ECU) to determine the vehicle's tow mode, the frontal area of the load, the category of the load based on the frontal area, and adjust pedal gain accordingly.
- The system includes an image sensor to detect a trailering load attached to a vehicle.
- An electronic control unit (ECU) is coupled to the image sensor to determine the vehicle's tow mode.
- The ECU calculates the frontal area of the trailering load and categorizes it based on this information.
- The pedal gain is adjusted based on the category of the trailering load.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in various industries such as automotive, transportation, and logistics for efficient and safe towing operations.
Problems Solved
1. Ensures accurate detection of trailering loads for improved safety and performance. 2. Allows for automatic adjustment of pedal gain based on the category of the load, optimizing driving experience.
Benefits
1. Enhanced safety during towing operations. 2. Improved efficiency and performance of vehicles while towing. 3. Simplified operation for drivers with automatic adjustments.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing towing operations in commercial fleets, enhancing driver experience, and improving overall safety in the transportation industry.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include existing trailer detection systems that rely on manual adjustments or lack the capability to categorize trailering loads for automatic adjustments.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system differentiate between various categories of trailering loads based on frontal area?
The system likely uses predetermined thresholds or algorithms to categorize trailering loads based on their frontal area measurements.
What are the potential limitations of the system in accurately detecting and categorizing trailering loads?
Potential limitations could include variations in lighting conditions affecting image sensor accuracy, as well as challenges in categorizing irregularly shaped or oversized loads.
Original Abstract Submitted
Methods, systems, devices and apparatuses for a trailer detection system. The trailer detection system includes an image sensor configured to detect a trailering load attached to the vehicle, and an electronic control unit (ECU) coupled to the image sensor. The ECU is configured to determine the vehicle is operating in a tow mode, determine a frontal area of the trailering load, determine a category of the trailering load based on the frontal area, and adjust a pedal gain based on the category of the trailering load.
