Vehicle-trailer backing system with jacknife protection
US11338852B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 23, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 11, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D53/0871
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of maneuvering a vehicle-trailer assembly in reverse travel with a backing system includes: initiating a backing mode for the backing system; determining a current relative position representing a relative angle between the vehicle and the trailer; retrieving an operator proficiency setting selected by an operator; determining a maximum allowable relevant position for the current trailer based on the selected operator proficiency setting and the current trailer calibration data; receiving a position adjustment request via an input device; determining a new relative position request based upon the position adjustment request and the selected operator proficiency setting; comparing the new relative position request to the maximum allowed relative position setting to determine if the new relative position is below the maximum allowed relative position setting; setting a new relative position to the new relative position request when the new relative position request is within the maximum allowed relative position setting.
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