18587422. VEHICLE STEERING SYSTEM simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)
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VEHICLE STEERING SYSTEM
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VEHICLE STEERING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18587422 titled 'VEHICLE STEERING SYSTEM
The abstract describes a vehicle steering system that includes a steering operation member with a capacitive sensor, a controller to determine if a driver is gripping the steering operation member based on capacitance levels, and a notification device to alert the driver if they are not gripping the steering operation member.
- The system uses a capacitive sensor to detect if a driver is gripping the steering wheel.
- A controller analyzes capacitance levels to determine if the driver is holding the wheel.
- A notification device alerts the driver if they are not gripping the steering wheel.
- The notification is triggered if capacitance decreases after initially exceeding a threshold.
- This technology aims to enhance driver safety by ensuring proper steering wheel grip.
Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for vehicle safety systems - Driver monitoring systems for autonomous vehicles - Fleet management for commercial vehicles
Problems Solved: - Improving driver safety by ensuring proper steering wheel grip - Alerting drivers to potential safety hazards
Benefits: - Enhanced driver safety - Real-time monitoring of driver behavior - Prevention of accidents due to improper steering wheel grip
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Driver Safety System for Vehicles This technology can be used in various commercial vehicles, including taxis, delivery trucks, and public transportation, to ensure driver safety and reduce the risk of accidents.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the capacitive sensor detect if a driver is gripping the steering wheel? - The capacitive sensor measures changes in capacitance to determine if a driver is holding the steering wheel. 2. What are the potential implications of this technology for autonomous vehicles? - This technology could enhance safety measures in autonomous vehicles by ensuring proper driver engagement with the steering wheel.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle steering system includes a steering operation member configured to receive a steering operation, a capacitive sensor provided in the steering operation member, a controller configured to determine that a driver is gripping the steering operation member in a case where capacitance of the capacitive sensor is equal to or more than a first threshold and determine that the driver is not gripping the steering operation member in a case where the capacitance of the capacitive sensor is less than the first threshold, and a notification device configured to give a notification in a case where the controller determines that the driver is not gripping the steering operation member. The notification device is configured to give the notification in a case where the capacitance of the capacitive sensor decreases after increasing to exceed the first threshold and then remains at the first threshold or more.
