Collision deterrence apparatus and method therefor
US7375627B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 19, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 5, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Q1/444
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Collision deterrence system including signaling apparatus and method collision having frequency diversity, amplitude diversity, duty cycle diversity, and modal diversity and capable of being perceived by the following vehicle operator as being indicative of a lead vehicle motive state. The apparatus produces distinctive visual and aural signals constituting a characteristic hazard alert, representative of a lead vehicle motive state. The method generates an unambiguous signal representative of a predetermined hazard in the vehicle travel path. A collision deterrence diversity signaling method provides unique visual and audible signals directed toward a following vehicle operator, eliciting a REC avoidance response.
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