Lane change detection system and method for an autonomous vehicle
US11287814B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 7, 2018 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60W2554/00
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An autonomous vehicle configured to perform a lane change maneuver is described herein. The autonomous vehicle includes several different types of sensor systems, such as image, lidar, radar, sonar, infrared, and GPS. The autonomous vehicle additionally includes a computing system that executes instructions on a lane change detection system and a control system. The lane change detection system includes a region of interest module and an object trajectory module for determining whether the autonomous vehicle will collide with another object if the autonomous vehicle maneuvers into an adjacent lane. An instruction module of the lane change detection system is further used to facilitate operational control of a mechanical system of the autonomous vehicle, such as an engine or a steering system.
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