Waymo LLC (20240336251). REPOSITIONING ROOFTOP SENSORS FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES simplified abstract
Contents
REPOSITIONING ROOFTOP SENSORS FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Atul Kumar of Palo Alto CA (US)
REPOSITIONING ROOFTOP SENSORS FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240336251 titled 'REPOSITIONING ROOFTOP SENSORS FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES
- Simplified Explanation:**
The patent application discusses repositioning a rooftop sensor of an autonomous vehicle to reduce its overall height when necessary, such as in low clearance zones.
- Key Features and Innovation:**
- Repositioning rooftop sensor of autonomous vehicle to reduce height
- Activation location determined based on low clearance zone and vehicle speed
- Motor used to reposition sensor when needed
- Potential Applications:**
This technology can be applied in autonomous vehicles to ensure safe navigation through low clearance zones without damaging the rooftop sensor.
- Problems Solved:**
This technology addresses the issue of height restrictions in low clearance zones for autonomous vehicles, preventing potential damage to the rooftop sensor.
- Benefits:**
- Improved safety for autonomous vehicles in low clearance zones
- Prevents damage to rooftop sensor
- Enhances overall efficiency of autonomous vehicle navigation
- Commercial Applications:**
Potential commercial applications include autonomous vehicle manufacturers incorporating this technology into their vehicles to improve safety and efficiency in navigating through low clearance zones.
- Prior Art:**
Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research on sensor repositioning mechanisms in autonomous vehicles for height adjustment in restricted areas.
- Frequently Updated Research:**
Research on advancements in sensor technology and motor control systems for autonomous vehicles may be relevant to this technology.
- Questions about Autonomous Vehicle Rooftop Sensor Repositioning:**
1. How does repositioning the rooftop sensor of an autonomous vehicle improve safety in low clearance zones? 2. What are the key factors considered when determining the activation location for repositioning the rooftop sensor?
Original Abstract Submitted
aspects of the disclosure relate to repositioning a rooftop sensor of an autonomous vehicle when needed to reduce the overall height of the autonomous vehicle. for instance, while an autonomous vehicle is being controlled in an autonomous driving mode, a low clearance zone may be identified. an activation location may be determined based on the low clearance zone and a current speed of the autonomous vehicle. once the activation location is reached by the autonomous vehicle, a motor may be caused to reposition the rooftop sensor. in addition, in some instances, after the autonomous vehicle has passed the low clearance zone, the motor may be caused to reposition the rooftop sensor again.
