Driver prompting braking system and method
US9174575B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 24, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60T17/22
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A driver prompting braking system includes a detection device adapted to sense at least one object in front of the vehicle; a detection system interfacing with the detection device, the detection system adapted to detect the at least one object; and a brake coaching system interfacing with the detection system, the brake coaching system adapted to determine a brake application timing for an operator of the vehicle to avoid the object and optimize fuel economy of the vehicle. A driver prompting braking method is also disclosed.
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