Collaborative vehicle headlight directing
US11872929B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 26, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jan 16, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 7, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Q2300/47
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Various embodiments include methods and vehicles, such as an autonomous vehicle, a semi-autonomous vehicle, etc., for collaboratively directing or configuring one or more headlights of a vehicle to avoid visually interfering with operation of an oncoming vehicle. Various embodiments may include receiving, by a first vehicle processor, a first collaborative lighting message from a second vehicle, wherein the first collaborative lighting message requests that the first vehicle direct one or more headlights of the first vehicle to avoid visual interference with operation of the second vehicle and directing one or more the headlights of the first vehicle in accordance with the collaborative lighting plan. Directing the headlights to avoid visual interference with operation of the second vehicle may include switching the headlights to a low-beam configuration.
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