Nissan Motor has patented a method for proactively mitigating risks to vehicles on transportation networks. The method involves determining hazard zones for objects ahead, allocating lateral buffers, and establishing constraints to create a proactive trajectory, enabling vehicles to avoid hazards without speed limitations. GlobalData’s report on Nissan Motor gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Proactive vehicle risk mitigation in transportation networks
The patent US12071127B2 outlines a method and apparatus for proactively mitigating risks to vehicles navigating a transportation network. The method involves identifying hazard zones for objects ahead of the vehicle, which may include dynamic hazards such as other vehicles or pedestrians. Each hazard zone is defined by lateral constraints that extend beyond the lane boundaries, allowing the vehicle to maneuver without speed restrictions. The system allocates lateral buffers for each hazard zone based on their overlap, optimizing the vehicle's trajectory to ensure safe navigation. This includes determining both lateral and longitudinal constraints based on the vehicle's projected arrival times at the hazard zones, ultimately guiding the vehicle's movement through calculated contingencies.
Additionally, the apparatus incorporates a processor that analyzes dynamic properties of the identified hazards, creating models based on their classifications. This enables the prediction of potential trajectories for these hazards, allowing the vehicle to adjust its path accordingly. The system aims to maximize the allocated lateral constraints while ensuring a minimum passing gap, thereby enhancing safety during travel. The vehicle's proactive trajectory is determined by assessing the drivable area and adjusting for any restrictive speed constraints, ensuring that the vehicle can effectively navigate around hazards while maintaining safety and efficiency on the road.
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