Trailer Steering TRIZ Cases

Forward path recording and obstacle detection enable trailer reversing that avoids collisions and pauses for corrective action when deviation grows.

Nonlinear MPC and staged path planning improve articulated vehicle docking accuracy across forward and reverse maneuvers despite modeling errors.

Models trailer motion from pivot-joint velocity and trailer length to improve articulated vehicle simulation for autonomous navigation training.

Rear camera, steering angle, and wheel RPM data are fused to estimate trailer beam length automatically for more accurate trailering assist.

Stored forward-path data and side-object detection let a trailer reversing assistant replan around collision risks and stop when deviation grows.

Offset optical sensors and stereo vision improve vehicle shunting path calculation when glare, tilt, or sensor blockage disrupt target detection.

Integrated relief and non-return valves with one pressure sensor keep trailer steering hydraulics stable despite temperature-driven pressure changes.

Closed-loop steer-by-wire control stabilizes trailer hitch angle in reverse, reducing jackknifing risk and easing backup maneuvers.

Closed-loop steer-by-wire control stabilizes trailer reversing by regulating hitch angle, estimating trailer length, and reducing jackknifing.

Wheel speed data and instantaneous velocity centers are used to estimate trailer articulation angle without costly angle sensors.

Direct trailer-angle sensing lets electric drive wheels correct trailer trajectory despite uneven terrain and variable traction, helping prevent jackknifing.

An adjustable steering linkage connects axle groups in a heavy-duty modular vehicle, reducing manual coupling-rod adjustment for consistent cornering.

A foldable steering structure links both wheels through a rod assembly to preserve direction on slopes and bumpy roads.

Wheel speed data and vehicle geometry estimate towing-trailer articulation angles, reducing reliance on costly dedicated sensors.

Segmenting multi-trailer combinations into sub-combinations resolves single-trailer control limits by cascading target angles through independent controllers.

A control algorithm simulates reversing maneuvers to calculate dynamic maximum speed limits based on steering actuator rates and path curvature.

Tapered bore alignment and compression clamping enable quick component replacement while maintaining structural integrity during heavy load transport.

A trajectory planner generates tangent circular paths to guide a reversing trailer along a precise waypoint route.

Camera system captures rear video and calculates vehicle-trailer angle to display real-time steering guidance for drivers.

Electronic control unit interprets wireless controller inputs to calculate vehicle responses for precise trailer steering.

A reversing assistant derives steering adjustments from camera-based angular data to control trailer orientation during backing maneuvers.

Infrastructure sensors detect vehicle sections to resolve docking alignment contradictions, enabling reliable maneuvering without complex onboard equipment.

Controller calculates directional jackknife warning conditions by comparing measured hitch angles against thresholds, alerting drivers before binding occurs.

Segmenting control logic into a trailer-mounted unit resolves inflexibility in assembling vehicle combinations by enabling independent trajectory determination.

Vehicle control system guides a trailer to a target parking destination using processor-based route modeling and real-time sensor feedback.

Steering angle control device uses tractor cornering signals to manage implement axle orientation.

A parking assistance device specifies recommended curvature values and gradients for a towed vehicle trajectory based on acquired trailer wheel base and coupling distance.

A trailer assistance device detects position and orientation to control towing vehicle travel along a straight trajectory.

A control system calculates a target path and commands trailer brakes to steer unsteerable axles during reverse maneuvers.

Segmenting control functions into independent rotational and vertical movements eliminates unwanted lateral trailer shifts during reversing maneuvers.

A trailer monitoring system separates captured images into display and analysis portions to determine hitch angle.

A trailer steering system calculates turning radius using onboard angular velocity and acceleration sensors to control actuators without towing vehicle connections.

Onboard sensors measure angular velocity and track speed to calculate a path radius, enabling independent steering without towing vehicle data.

Angular sensors detect trailer orientation to automate steering corrections, reducing driver effort during hitched reversing maneuvers.

A traction assist apparatus displays current and future coupling postures of a towed vehicle on a screen.

Electronic control unit calculates steering angle from hitch angle rate to prevent trailer jack-knifing during reverse travel.

An automated trailer backing system calculates precise paths using GPS mapping and camera displays to enable single-person operation.

A four-wheel steering trailer positions connecting rods above the frame to protect components from ground impacts.

A trailer sensor unit detects movement to calculate steering angles, reducing control system complexity.

A trailer backup assist system limits vehicle speed using hitch angle and curvature inputs.

A hydraulic system synchronizes pivotable wheels using fluid pressure between cylinders.

Swinging arms connected by tie rods pivot the wheels directly, reducing structural complexity and manufacturing costs while maintaining payload capacity.