VEHICLE HEIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD
The vehicle height control system addresses the risk of bottoming out by adjusting height based on real-time and historical road data, enhancing safety and comfort through proactive adjustments.
DE102025133902A1Undetermined Publication Date: 2026-07-02MERCEDES BENZ GROUP AG
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- MERCEDES BENZ GROUP AG
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-02
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing vehicles face safety risks and potential damage when they bottom out on uneven road surfaces, particularly at higher speeds, which can impair vehicle components and performance.
Method used
A vehicle height control system that adjusts vehicle height proactively based on real-time and historical road surface data using sensors, a control unit, and suspension system to prevent bottoming out.
Benefits of technology
Enhances safety and comfort by dynamically adapting vehicle height to road conditions, preventing sudden impacts and ensuring stability.
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Abstract
The invention relates to a vehicle height control system (10) for preventing a motor vehicle from bottoming out on a road surface, comprising a control unit (12) configured to process vehicle data and sensor inputs from at least one sensor device, wherein the vehicle height can be automatically adjusted by a corresponding control unit for height adjustment based on detected road conditions and / or on real-time data and / or on a historical road clearance history in order to assess potential road irregularities. The invention further relates to a method, a computer program product, and a non-volatile, computer-readable storage medium.
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