Remote Driving Startup Checks by Urgency Level

The patent segments the initial check process into multiple independent check items (communication establishment check, brake actuator check, steering actuator check, steering position alignment check). Each check item can be performed independently and in parallel, allowing the system to identify and execute only the necessary checks based on the detected situation's urgency level, thereby reducing overall startup time while maintaining reliability for critical checks.

The patent implements a dynamic initial check mechanism where the scope and depth of checks are adjusted based on the urgency level of the detected situation. For high-urgency situations, the system performs fewer checks (omitting less critical ones), while for low-urgency situations, all checks are performed. This dynamic adaptation resolves the contradiction by making the check process flexible rather than fixed.

The patent applies local quality by assigning different importance levels to different check items based on their criticality to safety. Critical checks (such as communication establishment and brake actuator functionality) are always performed, while less critical checks (such as steering position alignment) may be omitted in high-urgency situations. This ensures safety is maintained for essential functions while improving productivity by skipping non-essential checks when time is critical.

The patent implements partial action by performing only the necessary subset of initial checks required for the current situation's urgency level. Instead of always performing all checks (excessive action), the system performs a partial set of checks appropriate to the situation, thereby improving productivity while maintaining sufficient safety through the checks that are performed.