Collision warning systems and methods
US7009503B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 19, 2004 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Q1/343
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An automobile collision warning system includes a sensor system configured to generate a sensor signal corresponding to at least a first sensed object in the vicinity of the automobile. A processor is coupled to the sensor system, wherein the processor is configured to determine if a potential collision risk exists based on the sensor signal and to generate a corresponding collision warning signal. A turn signal inhibition apparatus coupled to the processor configured to inhibit movement of a turn signal stalk in response to the collision warning signal, to thereby warn an automobile operator of the potential collision.
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