Supplemental braking control system in autonomous vehicles
US11724677B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 11, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 15, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 25, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60T2270/402
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Described are devices, systems and methods for managing a supplemental brake control system in autonomous vehicles. In some aspects, a supplemental brake management system includes brake control hardware and software that operates with a sensing mechanism for determining the brake operational status and a control mechanism for activating the supplemental brake control in an autonomous vehicle, which can be implemented in addition to the vehicle's primary brake control system.
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