Systems and methods for adapting tractive elements to a disabling event
US10611204B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 19, 2018 |
| Grant date | Apr 7, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 7, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2800/914
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for controlling one or more tractive assemblies of a vehicle responsive to a disabling event. A sensor is arranged to detect one or more conditions of a tractive element indicative of the functionality of the tractive element. The sensor generates data corresponding to the detected conditions. The tractive element is coupled to a frame of the vehicle and configured to support a portion of the weight of the vehicle. When the tractive element is determined to not be functioning properly, control signal(s) for an actuator are generated to control a distance between the tractive element and the frame. The control signal(s) cause the tractive element to be effectively raised from a support surface for the vehicle.
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