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Occupant detection system and method for calibrating

US7880480B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 30, 2009
Grant dateFeb 1, 2011
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Expiry dateJul 22, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2230/30
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method includes measuring a first frequency response of an electrode at a first frequency across a range of environmental conditions, measuring a second frequency response of the electrode at a second frequency across the range of environmental conditions, and comparing the first and second frequency responses measured to define a data set representing an effect of the environmental conditions. An occupant detection system includes an electrode and a detector circuit. The detector circuit is configured to measure an actual frequency response of the electrode and compare the actual frequency response to the data set to determine the effect of the current environmental condition.

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