Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240157945). CONTROL APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 CONTROL APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 CONTROL APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD - 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
CONTROL APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Motohiro Fukaya of Susono-shi (JP)
Kentaro Takahashi of Shizuoka-shi (JP)
CONTROL APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240157945 titled 'CONTROL APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure describes a control apparatus for managing a vehicle's lane change process. The apparatus determines if there is enough space in the adjacent lane for a lane change, activates the vehicle's direction indicator if space is not available, and initiates the lane change using autonomous driving when space is secured.
- The control apparatus assesses if there is sufficient space in the adjacent lane for a lane change.
- If space is not available, the apparatus activates the vehicle's direction indicator.
- When the required space is secured, the apparatus starts the lane change using autonomous driving.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in autonomous vehicles, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and smart transportation systems.
Problems Solved
1. Ensures safe and efficient lane changes by assessing space availability. 2. Reduces the risk of collisions during lane change maneuvers.
Benefits
1. Enhances driver convenience and safety. 2. Optimizes traffic flow by facilitating smooth lane changes. 3. Reduces the likelihood of accidents caused by improper lane changes.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Smart Lane Change Control Technology for Vehicles" can be utilized in autonomous vehicles, self-driving taxis, and commercial fleets to improve road safety and traffic efficiency.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of sensors and cameras in vehicles to assist drivers in making lane changes safely. Another could be the development of autonomous driving systems that can perform lane changes based on real-time traffic conditions.
Unanswered Questions
How does the control apparatus determine the required space for a lane change?
The abstract does not specify the exact method or technology used by the control apparatus to determine the necessary space for a lane change.
What level of autonomy is required for the control apparatus to initiate the lane change using autonomous driving?
The abstract does not mention the specific autonomy level or criteria needed for the control apparatus to start the lane change process autonomously.
Original Abstract Submitted
the present disclosure proposes a technique regarding a control apparatus for controlling a vehicle. the control apparatus is configured to execute the following first to third processes. the first process is determining whether or not a required space for performing a lane change is secured in an adjacent lane in response to a request for the lane change to the adjacent lane of the vehicle. the second process is operating a direction indicator of the vehicle when the required space is not secured. the third process is starting the lane change to the adjacent lane of the vehicle by autonomous driving when the required space is secured.
