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System and method for monitoring a communicative connection with a trailer

US9757994B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 28, 2015
Grant dateSep 12, 2017
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Expiry dateJul 28, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60D1/58
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Systems and methods are described for monitoring a communicative connection with a trailer. Messages transmitted between a tire pressure management module of a trailer and a controller of a vehicle may be monitored. A notification may be triggered when the controller has not received a message from the tire pressure management module during at least a predetermined period of time.

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