Authorization-based adjustment of passenger compartment arrangement
US12077068B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 2, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/0272
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A transportation system is disclosed. The transportation system includes a vehicle, a plurality of seating assemblies positioned within a passenger compartment of the vehicle and defining an arrangement, a plurality of actuators that effect movement of various components of the plurality of seating assemblies, a plurality of sensors, and a controller. Specific examples of pre-set or pre-programmed arrangements are disclosed, as well as the ability to customize the arrangement. Additionally, exemplary methods are disclosed that illustrate transitions between a variety of the pre-set or pre-programmed arrangements.
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