18453582. AUTOMATED PLATOONING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
Contents
- 1 AUTOMATED PLATOONING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 AUTOMATED PLATOONING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF - 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 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
AUTOMATED PLATOONING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
AUTOMATED PLATOONING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18453582 titled 'AUTOMATED PLATOONING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method of controlling an automated platooning vehicle on a traveling path, involving receiving information about leader vehicles, performing platoon driving with the leader vehicles, and transitioning to autonomous driving when necessary.
- The method involves receiving information about a first leader vehicle for platoon driving at a specific section of the path.
- The automated platooning vehicle then performs platoon driving in association with the first leader vehicle at that section.
- After completing the platoon driving, the vehicle transitions to autonomous driving at the next section of the path.
- Information about a second leader vehicle is received for platoon driving at the following section, and the vehicle performs platoon driving with the second leader vehicle at that section.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in autonomous vehicle systems for efficient and safe platooning on highways or other designated routes.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of coordinating and transitioning between platoon driving with leader vehicles and autonomous driving in an automated platooning system.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved traffic flow, fuel efficiency, and safety through coordinated platooning of automated vehicles.
Potential Commercial Applications
Commercial applications of this technology could include autonomous truck platooning for long-haul transportation companies, as well as autonomous shuttle services for public transportation.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be existing systems for autonomous vehicle platooning, such as those used in research projects or commercial applications.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system handle unexpected obstacles during platoon driving?
The patent application does not specifically address how the automated platooning vehicle reacts to unexpected obstacles while driving in a platoon formation.
What communication protocols are used between the server and the automated platooning vehicle?
The patent application does not detail the specific communication protocols or technologies utilized for transmitting information between the server and the automated platooning vehicle.
Original Abstract Submitted
In an embodiment, a method of controlling an automated platooning vehicle for driving on a traveling path including n-th to (n+2)-th (n is integer) sections, comprises receiving from a server information of a first leader vehicle capable of leading the automated platooning vehicle at the n-th section, performing platoon driving in association with the first leader vehicle at the n-th section, performing autonomous driving of the automated platooning vehicle out of association with the first leader vehicle at the (n+1)-th section, receiving from the server information of a second leader vehicle capable of leading the automated platooning vehicle at the (n+2)-th section, and performing platoon driving in association with the second leader vehicle at the (n+2)-th section.
