Human machine interface for vehicle alignment in an acceptable hitch zone
US11090991B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 4, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 17, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 6, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D15/029
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle hitching assistance system includes a controller identifying a trailer coupler within a specified area relative to the vehicle. The specified area is defined between a maximum distance and a minimum distance from a rear of the vehicle and within left and right lateral vehicle control limits. The controller also outputs a steering signal to the vehicle to cause the vehicle to steer to align a hitch ball of the vehicle with the coupler.
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