Trailer backup offset determination
US9937953B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 19, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 10, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60W2520/22
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for calibrating a backup assist system for a trailer attached to a vehicle is provided which includes a hitch sensor continuously measuring a hitch angle for determining an angle rate, a yaw sensor continuously sensing a yaw rate of the vehicle, and a controller configured to determine an offset of the measured hitch angle when vehicle is driving forward and/or rearward.
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