Trailer backup assist system with hitch angle offset estimation
US10384607B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 18, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 27, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2300/8086
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for estimating hitch angle offset is provided herein. A sensor system is configured to measure hitch angles between a vehicle and a trailer attached thereto. A controller is configured to calculate hitch angle offsets for a plurality of measured hitch angles, and extrapolate additional hitch angle offsets based on the calculated hitch angle offsets.
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