18181289. CONTROL MODES FOR HYBRID VEHICLES simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
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CONTROL MODES FOR HYBRID VEHICLES
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Ernestine Fu of Somerville MA (US)
CONTROL MODES FOR HYBRID VEHICLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18181289 titled 'CONTROL MODES FOR HYBRID VEHICLES
The abstract describes systems and methods for controlling a hybrid vehicle that can switch between wheeled and walking locomotion modes. The vehicle includes sensors to receive external commands during a supplementary control mode, which are interpreted by an external command interpreter to direct the vehicle control system.
- The hybrid vehicle has a chassis and leg-wheel components for both wheeled and walking locomotion.
- Sensors receive external commands during a supplementary control mode.
- An external command interpreter interprets the external commands.
- The vehicle control system controls the hybrid vehicle based on the external commands.
Potential Applications: - Military reconnaissance missions - Search and rescue operations in rough terrain - Agricultural tasks in challenging environments
Problems Solved: - Enhanced mobility in diverse terrains - Improved adaptability to changing conditions
Benefits: - Increased versatility in vehicle operations - Enhanced efficiency in completing tasks - Improved safety for operators in challenging environments
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Hybrid Vehicle Control System for Enhanced Mobility" This technology could be utilized in defense, emergency response, and agriculture industries to improve operational capabilities in various environments.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the hybrid vehicle switch between wheeled and walking locomotion modes? 2. What are the key advantages of using a hybrid vehicle with both wheeled and walking capabilities?
Original Abstract Submitted
Systems and methods for controlling a hybrid vehicle are provided. The hybrid vehicle may comprise a chassis, a plurality of leg-wheel components coupled to the chassis, wherein the plurality of leg-wheel components may be configured to be collectively operable to provide wheeled locomotion and walking locomotion. The hybrid vehicle may comprise at least one sensor configured to receive one or more external commands during a supplementary control mode, and an external command interpreter configured to interpret the one or more external commands and direct a vehicle control system. The vehicle control system may be configured to control the hybrid vehicle to effectuate the one or more external commands.
