Fusion of short range radars and tailgate cameras for trailer angle estimation
US12405364B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 29, 2021 |
| Grant date | Sep 2, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01S2013/93272
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and system are disclosed for determining a trailer angle between a vehicle and a trailer attached to a the vehicle. The method includes receiving camera data from a camera supported by a rear portion of the vehicle, left radar data from a left short-range radar supported by a left rear portion of the vehicle, and right radar data from a right short-range radar supported by a right rear portion of the vehicle. A trailer angle is estimated based on the camera data, the left radar data, and the right radar data. The estimated trailer angle is sent to one or more vehicle systems associated with the vehicle.
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