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Methods and apparatus for transmission control of a transit vehicle

US9061645B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 18, 2014
Grant dateJun 23, 2015
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Expiry dateFeb 18, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R25/20
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods and apparatus are provided for controlling a transmission of a transit vehicle. A Vehicle Logic Unit (VLU) authenticates an operator of the transit vehicle, upon start-up of the transit vehicle and the VLU. The VLU transmits a signal enabling operator control of the transmission of the transit vehicle, when the operator of the vehicle is authenticated.

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