Aisin has patented a vehicle control device that enhances stopping on climbing roads. It features a gradient acquisition unit to assess road surface gradients, a drive instruction unit to adjust driving force, and a braking instruction unit to apply appropriate braking force based on required acceleration. GlobalData’s report on Aisin gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Vehicle control device for stopping on climbing roads
The patent US12071134B2 describes a vehicle control device designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of vehicle operation, particularly when stopping on inclined road surfaces. The device includes a gradient acquisition unit that measures the road surface gradient, allowing the system to adjust the driving and braking forces accordingly. Specifically, the drive instruction unit is programmed to modify the vehicle's driving force based on the gradient, increasing the force as the incline becomes steeper. Additionally, the braking instruction unit manages the braking force to ensure the vehicle stops safely, applying a force that corresponds to the required acceleration for stopping on a climb. The system also incorporates post-stopping processes to adjust both driving and braking forces after the vehicle has come to a halt.
Furthermore, the vehicle control device integrates a surrounding information acquisition unit that detects nearby vehicles. This feature allows the system to adapt its force adjustments based on the presence of other vehicles, particularly those approaching from behind. If another vehicle is detected, the defined device controlling the braking or driving force is instructed to increase the force more rapidly than it would if no other vehicles were present. This capability aims to enhance the vehicle's responsiveness and stability in dynamic driving conditions, thereby improving overall safety during stops on inclines. The claims outline various configurations and processes that ensure the vehicle can effectively manage its driving and braking systems in response to both road conditions and surrounding traffic.
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