Conflict resolution via contingency plan execution or human interaction
US10620626B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 24, 2016 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 6, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60W2556/10
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for human-arbitrated conflict resolution within autonomous vehicle control system is provided herein. Autonomous operation and capabilities of an unmanned vehicle, such as an urban delivery vehicle, are improved by incorporating an onboard programmable decision unit that operates in an essentially autonomous fashion under normal operating conditions. When dynamic, changing, or unexpected conditions are encountered within the vehicle's environment, an on-board decision making unit decides how to best overcome any problems should they arise. A human operator may interact with the vehicle to resolve a conflict if an intervention delta is exceeded.
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