System and method for controlling seat movement using magnetic sensing
US10220727B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 24, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 5, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 6, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2220/20
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved system and method for controlling a moveable object associated with a mobile platform are provided. The provided system and method generates an application specific protected volume between the moveable object and a feature of the mobile platform to be protected. The provided system and method use magnetic sensing techniques to sense the moveable object when it infringes upon the protected volume, and provide control of the moveable object responsive to sensed infringement.
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