Object detection and method for vehicle door assist system
US9777528B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 29, 2015 |
| Grant date | Oct 3, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/531
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A door assist system for a vehicle is disclosed. The system comprises an actuator, an interference sensor, and a controller. The actuator is configured to control a position of a door about a hinge assembly. The interference sensor is configured to detect an obstruction in a plurality of detection regions along a radial extent of the door, and the controller is configured to control the actuator in response to a detection signal from the interference sensor.
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