18400190. VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS - 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 Vehicle Control Apparatus
- 1.13 Original Abstract Submitted
VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Naoki Kusumoto of Okazaki-shi (KR)
VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18400190 titled 'VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a vehicle control apparatus that can detect and determine a control target vehicle based on the viewing direction of the driver and the presence of candidate vehicles within a detection area.
- Candidate vehicle detection unit detects control target candidate vehicles within a preset detection area.
- Viewing direction recognition unit identifies the driver's viewing direction using a driver monitor camera.
- Control target vehicle determination unit selects the control target vehicle based on the driver's viewing direction when multiple candidate vehicles are present.
Key Features and Innovation
- Detection and determination of a control target vehicle based on the driver's viewing direction.
- Utilization of external sensors and driver monitor cameras for vehicle control.
- Efficient selection of the control target vehicle among multiple candidates.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in:
- Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
- Autonomous vehicles.
- Traffic management systems.
Problems Solved
- Enhances vehicle control by considering the driver's focus.
- Improves safety by accurately determining the control target vehicle.
- Optimizes decision-making in complex traffic scenarios.
Benefits
- Increased safety on the road.
- Enhanced efficiency in vehicle control.
- Better integration of driver behavior in automated systems.
Commercial Applications
Title: Driver-Centric Vehicle Control System This technology can be utilized in:
- Automotive industry for developing smart vehicles.
- Transportation sector for improving traffic flow and safety.
- Technology companies focusing on autonomous driving solutions.
Prior Art
Further research can be conducted in the field of driver-centric vehicle control systems and advanced driver assistance technologies.
Frequently Updated Research
Stay updated on advancements in driver monitoring systems, vehicle control algorithms, and integration of AI in automotive technologies.
Questions about Vehicle Control Apparatus
How does the viewing direction of the driver impact the selection of the control target vehicle?
The viewing direction of the driver influences the determination of the control target vehicle among multiple candidates, ensuring the system focuses on the most relevant vehicle for control.
What are the potential implications of integrating driver behavior recognition in vehicle control systems?
Integrating driver behavior recognition can lead to more personalized and efficient vehicle control, enhancing safety and performance on the road.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle control apparatus includes a candidate vehicle detection unit configured to detect a control target candidate vehicle which is a vehicle within a preset detection area of the external sensor and a viewing direction recognition unit configured to recognize a viewing direction of a driver of the host vehicle based on a captured image of a driver monitor camera of the host vehicle. The vehicle control apparatus includes a control target vehicle determination unit configured to determine a control target vehicle from among the plurality of control target candidate vehicles based on the viewing direction of the driver when there is the plurality of control target candidate vehicles.
