Platoon Vehicle Drive Output Control for Stable Intervehicle Distance

The patent applies parameter changes by dynamically adjusting the drive amount change characteristic parameter based on platoon formation status. When platoon formation is detected, the control device modifies the drive amount change rate parameter to a restricted value, ensuring uniform response across all vehicles. This parameter adjustment resolves the contradiction by maintaining velocity consistency (stability) while still allowing controlled responsiveness to driver input.

The patent implements universality by establishing a common drive amount change characteristic that applies to all platoon participating vehicles. The control device detects platoon formation and enforces a standardized drive amount restriction across the entire platoon, ensuring that all vehicles respond uniformly to acceleration requests. This universal approach maintains platooning stability while preserving adequate drive responsiveness through controlled parameter adjustment.

The patent applies dynamics by making the drive amount change characteristic adjustable based on operational context. The control device dynamically switches between normal drive amount characteristics (for individual vehicle operation) and restricted drive amount characteristics (for platoon operation). This dynamic adaptation resolves the contradiction by providing high responsiveness when needed for individual performance while ensuring stability when platooning is active, optimizing both aspects under different conditions.