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Vehicle slide detection

US10315565B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 22, 2018
Grant dateJun 11, 2019
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Expiry dateFeb 22, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG08G1/20
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system for monitoring vehicle dynamics and detecting adverse events during operation is presented. Position sensors attached to a vehicle are configured to identify a vehicle orientation (heading) as well as the vehicle's direction of travel (trajectory). A system controller connected to these position sensors can detect the difference between these two measurements. When the difference between these two measurements exceeds a safety threshold, it can be an indication of a slip event. A slip event can be caused by compromised traction or stability and may lead to a loss of vehicle control. The system controller can be configured to monitor various vehicle dynamics to detect these slip events. The system controller may be configured to track geolocations of slip events to create a database of historical slip events for determining location-based risk factors and prevention of future events.

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