Method and system for remote immobilization of vehicles
US7518489B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 19, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2325/101
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems are provided for preventing vehicle theft and carjackings. There is provided a method comprising generating an immobilization profile based on the received current vehicle data, and sending the immobilization profile to the vehicle over a wireless communication network. There is also provided a method generally comprising determining current vehicle data regarding vehicle dynamics and driving conditions, obtaining an immobilization profile based on the received current vehicle data, and adjusting vehicle throttle and/or braking (e.g., friction-type braking, engine braking, etc.) so that vehicle speed approximates the immobilization profile. In one embodiment, the above described methods further comprise communicating with the vehicle operator prior to implementing vehicle immobilization profiles.
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