Automated hitching system with steering acquisition and handoff
US11208145B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 7, 2019 |
| Grant date | Dec 28, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D13/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle hitching assistance system includes a steering system having steered vehicle wheels mounted on an exterior of the vehicle and a steering motor mechanically coupled with the steered vehicle wheels. The system further includes controller that acquires control of the steered vehicle wheels by connection with the steering motor and, after acquiring control of the steered vehicle wheels, receives a command to execute an automated hitching maneuver and controls the steered vehicle wheels using the steering motor.
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