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Method for automatically adjusting reference models in vehicle stability enhancement (VSE) systems

US6643573B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 19, 2002
Grant dateNov 4, 2003
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D6/00
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for automatically adjusting a vehicle stability enhancement (VSE) system. The VSE system is used in conjunction with a steering system having a plurality of driver-selectable steering modes associated therewith. The method includes configuring a reference model within the VSE system to generate desired vehicle handling aspects, the desired vehicle handling aspects being a function of one or more driver inputs to the steering system. Then, a determination is made as to which of the plurality of driver-selectable steering modes is activated, wherein each of the desired vehicle handling aspects generated is made further dependent upon a specific steering mode selected, and wherein the desired vehicle handling aspects include a desired steady state yaw rate; and the one or more driver inputs includes an effective road wheel position.

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