Behavior planning for autonomous vehicles
US11981349B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 18, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60W2556/40
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to behavior planning for autonomous vehicles. The technology described herein selects a preferred trajectory for an autonomous vehicle based on an evaluation of multiple hypothetical trajectories by different components within a planning system. The various components provide an optimization score for each trajectory according to the priorities of the component and scores from multiple components may form a final optimization score. This scoring system allows the competing priorities (e.g., comfort, minimal travel time, fuel economy) of different components to be considered together. In examples, the trajectory with the best combined score may be selected for implementation. As such, an iterative approach that evaluates various factors may be used to identify an optimal or preferred trajectory for an autonomous vehicle when navigating an environment.
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