System for indicating an impending vehicle maneuver
US8930081B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01S19/39
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for indicating an impending vehicle maneuver within a predetermined distance is provided. The system includes a navigational system and a control module. The navigational system receives a vehicle destination and determines a current geographical vehicle position. The navigational system determines if the impending vehicle maneuver is required within the predetermined distance based on the vehicle destination and the current geographical vehicle position. The control module is in communication with the navigational system and a handwheel. The control module sends a signal that creates a steering assist torque in the handwheel if the impending vehicle maneuver is required.
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