18233527. Vehicle And Method Of Controlling The Same simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
Contents
- 1 Vehicle And Method Of Controlling The Same
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 Vehicle And Method Of Controlling The Same - 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
Vehicle And Method Of Controlling The Same
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Deukyoung Jung of Suwon-Si (KR)
Vehicle And Method Of Controlling The Same - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18233527 titled 'Vehicle And Method Of Controlling The Same
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a vehicle system that uses cameras and suspensions to detect and respond to overtaking vehicles.
- The vehicle includes a camera with a field of view of the host vehicle, suspensions at each wheel, and a controller with processors and memory.
- The controller uses image data from the camera to determine the position of an overtaking vehicle relative to the host vehicle.
- Based on the position of the overtaking vehicle, the controller adjusts the damping force of the suspensions to improve vehicle stability.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in autonomous vehicles, advanced driver assistance systems, and vehicle safety systems.
Problems Solved
This technology helps improve vehicle stability and safety by adjusting suspension damping in response to overtaking vehicles, reducing the risk of accidents.
Benefits
The system enhances overall vehicle safety, improves driving comfort, and potentially reduces the likelihood of collisions during overtaking maneuvers.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications include integration into new vehicle models, aftermarket safety systems, and fleet management solutions.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be existing adaptive suspension systems that adjust damping based on road conditions, but not specifically in response to overtaking vehicles.
What is the impact of this technology on road safety?
This technology has the potential to significantly improve road safety by enhancing vehicle stability and reducing the risk of accidents during overtaking maneuvers. By automatically adjusting suspension damping in response to overtaking vehicles, the system can help prevent loss of control and collisions.
How does this technology compare to existing collision avoidance systems?
While existing collision avoidance systems primarily focus on detecting and avoiding frontal or rear-end collisions, this technology specifically targets the dynamics of overtaking maneuvers. By adjusting suspension damping based on the position of overtaking vehicles, the system provides a more comprehensive approach to enhancing vehicle safety during passing scenarios.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle according to one or more embodiments of the present disclosure include a camera having a surrounding field of view of a host vehicle and configured to obtain image data, a plurality of suspensions provided at a corresponding wheel of the host vehicle, a controller electrically connected to the plurality of suspensions and comprising one or more processors and memory. The memory stores instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the controller to: determine, based on the image data, a position, relative to the host vehicle, of an overtaking vehicle overtaking the host vehicle, and control, based on the position of the overtaking vehicle, a damping force of at least one of the plurality of suspensions.
