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Smart trailer

US8890670B2 · kind B2 · utility

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9Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateAug 9, 2011
Grant dateNov 18, 2014
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Expiry dateJan 23, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60T7/16
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A trailer is provided with various parametric sensors. Trailer operating characteristics obtained from the sensors are conveyed to an attached tow vehicle. The tow vehicle is configured to respond to trailer operating conditions or characteristics and/or warn the tow vehicle operator of trailer conditions. The tow vehicle's operation can also be changed responsive to an attached trailer.

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