Sensor unit
US9360371B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 11, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 7, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01P15/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present disclosure provides a sensor unit that includes a mounting portion fixed on one side of the sensor unit; an elastic member including a first end and a second end, the first end being disposed on the mounting portion; a transmission portion configured to transmit a detectable signal, the transmission portion disposed on the second end of the elastic member; a reception portion configured to receive a reflection of the detectable signal; and a controller that determines whether the reflected signal indicates an impact, motion, or impending impact.
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