Vehicle collision shield
US8862379B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 20, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 14, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01S2013/93273
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In the present disclosure, systems and methods for preventing collisions between a ground services vehicle and other objects are described. In one embodiment, a system includes a digital three dimensional map of the outer dimensions of the ground vehicle, a micro radar device, a comparator, and an indicator. The micro radar device is secured to the ground vehicle. A comparator signals when an object is within a predetermined envelope around the outer dimensions of the ground vehicle. The comparator receives signals from the micro radar device, and includes dimension data from the three dimensional map. The indicator is responsive to the signal from the comparator. The indicator alerts of possible and pending collision when the predetermined envelope is breached. The indicator may also activate a brake mechanism to stop the ground vehicle. Methods for carrying out the invention by sensing a breach of the envelope and stopping the vehicle are also disclosed.
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