Apparatus and method for controlling a restricted mode in a vehicle
US9840230B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 27, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 12, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60W2540/043
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for controlling a restricted mode is provided. The apparatus includes a controller that is configured to receive a first input from a primary driver corresponding to a request to change a vehicle from a fully operational mode to a restricted mode for a secondary driver. The controller is further configured to initiate a first timer for preventing the vehicle from exiting from the restricted mode to the fully operational mode if an occupant communication device belonging to the primary driver is detected by the vehicle prior to the first timer expiring.
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