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Trailer assist system with jackknife escape

US12110052B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 1, 2021
Grant dateOct 8, 2024
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Expiry dateApr 9, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60T2230/06
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A trailer assist system includes a controller configured to determine whether a trailer is in a jackknife condition based on an angle of the trailer relative to a vehicle. Determination is made whether the jackknife condition can be corrected by utilizing vehicle brakes, trailer brakes, or vehicle steering.

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