System and method for minimizing injury after a loss of control event
US6814173B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 26, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 9, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60W2030/082
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for use with a motor vehicle that minimizes injury after a loss of control event. The motor vehicle has at least one front wheel and at least one rear wheel and an engine. The system includes a control which detects a loss of control event and automatically actuates a brake system and/or a steering system and/or commands an engine controller to reduce power output of an engine.
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