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Automated performance checks for autonomous vehicles

US10960894B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 13, 2018
Grant dateMar 30, 2021
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Expiry dateJul 10, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60W2556/40
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Aspects of the disclosure provides for a method for performing checks for a vehicle. In this regard, a plurality of performance checks may be identified including a first check for a detection system of a plurality of detection systems of the vehicle and a second check for map data. A test route for the vehicle may be determined based on a location of the vehicle and the plurality of performance checks. The vehicle may be controlled along the test route in an autonomous driving mode, while sensor data may be received from the plurality of detection systems of the vehicle. An operation mode may be selected based on results of the plurality of performance checks, and the vehicle may be operated in the selected operation mode.

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