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Obstacle detection for trailer operation

US11827147B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 3, 2022
Grant dateNov 28, 2023
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Expiry dateMar 3, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG08G1/168
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A trailer maneuver assistance system and method provide for alerting a vehicle operator to possible obstacles within a predicted path of trailer. The predicted path is determined based on at least one sensor system mounted to the trailer and a determination that a detected obstacle is within the predicted path.

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