Automated Parking Exit Aligned With Lane Traffic Flow
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle systems do not always provide optimal automated control when exiting a parking spot into traffic, as they fail to consider traffic flow directions and lane selection effectively.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that utilize sensors and processors to determine the direction of traffic flow in nearby lanes, select the appropriate lane for exit based on traffic flow, user inputs, and execute the exit by making the necessary turn to align with the traffic direction, incorporating geographic data and lane markings for precise lane selection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If automated control systems are used for exiting parking spots, then the extent of automation is improved, but the system does not effectively consider traffic flow directions and lane selection
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary detection of traffic flow directions and lane configurations before the vehicle exits the parking spot. Sensors detect traffic patterns in advance, and the processor pre-determines the optimal exit lane and turn direction based on this detected information, ensuring the vehicle can merge smoothly into traffic flow without conflicts.
2Ease of operation
If the vehicle exits without considering traffic flow direction, then the exit process is simplified, but the vehicle may enter a lane with conflicting traffic direction
Solution Approach 1:
The system continuously monitors traffic flow directions using sensors and uses this feedback information to dynamically adjust the exit strategy. The processor compares the detected traffic flow direction with the planned exit path and modifies the selected lane and turn direction to ensure alignment with actual traffic conditions, thereby guaranteeing safe lane entry.
3Measurement precision
If multiple sensors and data sources are integrated for lane selection, then the precision of lane selection is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs a multi-functional processor that handles diverse tasks including sensor data acquisition, traffic flow pattern recognition, lane configuration analysis, and exit path optimization. This universal processor integrates multiple functions into a single processing unit, achieving high measurement precision through comprehensive data analysis while avoiding the need for separate dedicated hardware for each function.
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AI summary
Methods and systems are provided for controlling an automated exit of a vehicle from a parking spot that include sensors configured to obtain sensor data pertaining to the parking spot and lanes of a roadway in proximity to the parking spot, including a respective direction of flow of traffic; and processors coupled to the sensors and configured to at least facilitate selecting a lane for the vehicle to enter upon exiting the parking spot, based at least in part on the direction of flow of traffic; selecting a turn for the vehicle to make such that the vehicle is travelling in the same direction as the direction of flow of traffic; and executing the automated exit of the vehicle from the parking spot into the selected lane by making the selected turn of the vehicle into the selected lane.