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Sensor diagnostic system

US10678230B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 2018
Grant dateJun 9, 2020
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Expiry dateJan 3, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG05B2219/2637
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A diagnostic system for identifying vehicle sensors impaired by a foreign substance. The system includes a plurality of vehicle sensors configured to facilitate navigation of a vehicle in an environment. A gear shift detection sensor is configured to detect a gear position of the vehicle. A control module is configured to identify which of the plurality of vehicle sensors is impaired by a foreign substance; and identify for an operator of the vehicle which of the plurality of vehicle sensors is impaired due to the foreign substance based on the gear position of the vehicle.

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