Method for controlling a vehicle and a vehicle guidance system
US9811087B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 15, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 7, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60W2540/18
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method or system for controlling a vehicle comprises entering a programming mode or a guidance mode based on user input to a switch. The user can enter a guidance program in accordance with a predetermined sequence of inputs of the switch by the user, where readiness for each successive input is indicated by a light source. A guidance mode is managed for guiding a vehicle in accordance with the entered guidance program. An encoder or sensor can sense a steering angle of a steering system. The steering angle is controlled in accordance with the guidance program if the system or the data processor is operating in a guidance mode.
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