Steering input apparatus for trailer backup assist system
US9187124B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 12, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 12, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D15/027
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A trailer backup steering input apparatus provides a trailer steering information signal to a trailer backup assist control module of a vehicle through a signal interface thereof. The trailer steering information signal is configured for enabling the trailer backup assist control module to generate electrical steering commands for a steering system of the vehicle as a function of the trailer steering information signal. The trailer backup steering input apparatus is self-contained and physically detachable/detached form the vehicle. Advantageously, such a trailer backup steering input apparatus saves space, allows for greater flexibility with interior styling of the vehicle, and allows all drivers regardless of stature the ability to have the trailer backup steering input apparatus easily accessible while utilizing the trailer backup assist functionality of the vehicle.
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