Transversal Controller Parameterization for Vehicle Lane Keeping

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Solution Overview

Problem

Lane keeping assist systems face poor performance and instability due to inadequate adaptation of transversal controller parameterization to varying vehicle velocities and road curvatures, leading to wobbling and potential lane departure.

Innovation Solution

A method for determining transversal controller parameterization based on road curvature and velocity, using digital maps to classify road sections and adjust controller parameters for optimal lane guidance, incorporating road class and velocity-dependent gain scheduling.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If the transversal controller parameterization is adapted to vehicle velocity using gain scheduling, then the system performance is improved, but the device complexity increases due to multiple parameter sets

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesystem performanceVSAvoidcontroller parameterization complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by adapting the transversal controller parameterization based on vehicle velocity and road curvature. Multiple parameter sets are defined for different velocity ranges and road classes, and the appropriate parameters are selected dynamically. This resolves the contradiction by systematically managing parameter variations through structured gain scheduling, improving reliability while keeping the complexity manageable through organized parameter selection based on operating conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamics by making the controller parameterization adaptive to changing vehicle velocity and road curvature conditions. The system dynamically switches between different parameter sets based on current operating conditions, transforming a static controller into a dynamic one that automatically adjusts to maintain optimal performance across varying scenarios.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If the controller parameterization is adapted to different road classes and curvatures, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases due to additional parameter sets

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveroad class adaptabilityVSAvoidcontroller parameterization complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extends parameter changes to include road class and curvature dependencies. Different parameter sets are defined for different road classes (e.g., highways, country roads, urban streets) and curvature conditions. The system selects appropriate parameters based on the detected road class and curvature, improving adaptability while managing complexity through systematic parameter organization and selection rules.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies segmentation by dividing the operating space into distinct segments based on road class categories and curvature ranges. Each segment has its own optimized parameter set, allowing the controller to adapt to specific road conditions without requiring a completely different control strategy for each scenario. This segmented approach improves adaptability while keeping the overall system complexity manageable through modular parameter management.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

3Stability of the object's composition

If gain scheduling is implemented for velocity adaptation, then the stability is improved, but the ease of operation worsens due to manual parameter switching requirements

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelane keeping stabilityVSAvoidcontroller adjustment ease
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements self-service by enabling the transversal controller to automatically select and switch between different parameter sets based on detected vehicle velocity and road curvature conditions. The system performs self-adjustment without requiring manual intervention from the driver or operator, maintaining lane keeping stability while preserving ease of operation. The automatic gain scheduling eliminates the need for manual parameter switching, resolving the contradiction between stability improvement and operational ease.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS9090279B2Method and device for determining a transversal controller parameterization for transversal control of a vehicle
Publication Date: 2015.07.28 ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
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AI summary

A method for determining a transversal controller parameterization for transversal control of a vehicle on a route segment to be instantaneously traveled on by the vehicle, having a step for determining the parameter based on a piece of information about a curvature of the route segment to be instantaneously traveled on.