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公开(公告)号：US11801905B2
公开(公告)日：2023-10-31
申请号：US17098535
申请日：2020-11-16
Applicant: WAYMO LLC
Inventor： Vijaysai Patnaik , William Grossman
CPC classification number: B62D35/001 , B60R1/00 , B60W30/18009 , B60W30/18109 , G01S17/89 , G05D1/0238 , B60R2011/0082 , B60R2011/0094 , B60R2300/8093
Abstract: The technology relates to enhancing the operation of autonomous vehicles. Extendible sensors are deployed based on detected or predicted conditions around a vehicle while operating in a self-driving mode. When not needed, the sensors are fully retracted into the vehicle to reduce drag and increase fuel economy. When the onboard system determines that there is a need for a deployable sensor, such as to enhance the field of view of the perception system, the sensor is extended in a predetermined manner. The deployment may depend on one or more operating conditions and/or particular driving scenarios. These and other sensors of the vehicle may be protected with a rugged housing, for instance to protect against damage from the elements. And in other situations, deployable foils may extend from the vehicle's chassis to increase drag and enhance braking. This may be helpful for large trucks in steep descent situations.
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公开(公告)号：US11580484B2
公开(公告)日：2023-02-14
申请号：US16895271
申请日：2020-06-08
Applicant: Waymo LLC
Inventor： Vijaysai Patnaik , William Grossman , Peter Strohm
Abstract: The technology relates to cargo vehicles. National, regional and/or local regulations set requirements for operating cargo vehicles, including how to distribute and secure cargo, and how often the cargo should be inspected during a trip. However, such regulations have been focused on traditional human-driven vehicles. Aspects of the technology address various issues involved with securement and inspection of cargo before a trip, as well as monitoring during the trip so that corrective action may be taken as warranted. For instance, imagery and other sensor information may be used to enable proper securement of cargo before starting a trip. Onboard sensors along the vehicle monitor the cargo and securement devices/systems during the trip to identify issues as they arise. Such information is used by the onboard autonomous driving system (or a human driver) to take corrective action depending on the nature of the issue.
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公开(公告)号：US20220383747A1
公开(公告)日：2022-12-01
申请号：US17883853
申请日：2022-08-09
Applicant: WAYMO LLC
Inventor： Vijaysai Patnaik
Abstract: The technology relates to autonomous vehicles suffering a breakdown along a roadway. Onboard systems may utilize various proactive operations to alert specific vehicles or other objects on or near the roadway about the breakdown. This can be done alternatively or in addition to turning on the hazard lights or calling for remote assistance. The disabled vehicle is able to detect nearby and approaching objects. The detection may be performed in combination with a determination of the type of object or predicted behavior for that object, enables the vehicle to generate a targeted alert that can be transmitted or otherwise presented to that particular object. This approach provides the other object, such as a vehicle, bicyclist or pedestrian, sufficient time and information about the breakdown to take appropriate corrective action. Different communication options are available and may be selected based on the particular object, environmental conditions and other factors.
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公开(公告)号：US20220207936A1
公开(公告)日：2022-06-30
申请号：US17581217
申请日：2022-01-21
Applicant: WAYMO LLC
Inventor： Vijaysai Patnaik
Abstract: The technology involves operation of a self-driving truck or other cargo vehicle when it is being inspected at a weigh station. This may include determining whether a weigh station is open for inspection. Once at the weigh station, the vehicle may follow instructions of an inspection officer or autonomous inspection system. The vehicle may perform predefined actions or operations so that various vehicle systems and safety issues can be evaluated, such as the brakes, lights, tires, connections between the tractor and trailer, exposed fuel tanks, leaks, etc. A visual inspection may be performed to ensure the load is secured, vehicle and cargo documents meet certain criteria, and the carrier's safety record meets any requirements. In addition, the weigh station itself may be operated in a partly or fully autonomous mode when dealing with autonomous and manually driven vehicles.
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公开(公告)号：US20210382480A1
公开(公告)日：2021-12-09
申请号：US17408913
申请日：2021-08-23
Applicant: Waymo LLC
Inventor： Vijaysai Patnaik , William Grossman
IPC: G05D1/00 , G05D1/02 , G08G1/0967 , G06K9/00 , B60W30/06
Abstract: The technology relates to assisting large self-driving vehicles, such as cargo vehicles, as they maneuver towards and/or park at a destination facility. This may include a given vehicle transitioning between different autonomous driving modes. Such a vehicles may be permitted to drive in a fully autonomous mode on certain roadways for the majority of a trip, but may need to change to a partially autonomous mode on other roadways or when entering or leaving a destination facility such as a warehouse, depot or service center. Large vehicles such as cargo truck may have limited room to maneuver in and park at the destination, which may also prevent operation in a fully autonomous mode. Here, information from the destination facility and/or a remote assistance service can be employed to aid in real-time semi-autonomous maneuvering.
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公开(公告)号：US20210031681A1
公开(公告)日：2021-02-04
申请号：US16991282
申请日：2020-08-12
Applicant: WAYMO LLC
Inventor： Vijaysai Patnaik
Abstract: The technology relates to autonomous vehicles suffering a breakdown along a roadway. Onboard systems may utilize various proactive operations to alert specific vehicles or other objects on or near the roadway about the breakdown. This can be done alternatively or in addition to turning on the hazard lights or calling for remote assistance. The disabled vehicle is able to detect nearby and approaching objects. The detection may be performed in combination with a determination of the type of object or predicted behavior for that object, enables the vehicle to generate a targeted alert that can be transmitted or otherwise presented to that particular object. This approach provides the other object, such as a vehicle, bicyclist or pedestrian, sufficient time and information about the breakdown to take appropriate corrective action. Different communication options are available and may be selected based on the particular object, environmental conditions and other factors.
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公开(公告)号：US20250093871A1
公开(公告)日：2025-03-20
申请号：US18964856
申请日：2024-12-02
Applicant: Waymo LLC
Inventor： Vijaysai Patnaik , William Grossman
IPC: G05D1/00 , B60W30/06 , G05D1/249 , G05D1/617 , G05D1/695 , G05D1/81 , G06V20/58 , G08G1/00 , G08G1/0967
Abstract: The technology relates to assisting large self-driving vehicles, such as cargo vehicles, as they maneuver towards and/or park at a destination facility. This may include a given vehicle transitioning between different autonomous driving modes. Such a vehicles may be permitted to drive in a fully autonomous mode on certain roadways for the majority of a trip, but may need to change to a partially autonomous mode on other roadways or when entering or leaving a destination facility such as a warehouse, depot or service center. Large vehicles such as cargo truck may have limited room to maneuver in and park at the destination, which may also prevent operation in a fully autonomous mode. Here, information from the destination facility and/or a remote assistance service can be employed to aid in real-time semi-autonomous maneuvering.
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公开(公告)号：US12246644B2
公开(公告)日：2025-03-11
申请号：US18369282
申请日：2023-09-18
Applicant: WAYMO LLC
Inventor： Vijaysai Patnaik
Abstract: The technology relates to autonomous vehicles suffering a breakdown along a roadway. Onboard systems may utilize various proactive operations to alert specific vehicles or other objects on or near the roadway about the breakdown. This can be done alternatively or in addition to turning on the hazard lights or calling for remote assistance. The disabled vehicle is able to detect nearby and approaching objects. The detection may be performed in combination with a determination of the type of object or predicted behavior for that object, enables the vehicle to generate a targeted alert that can be transmitted or otherwise presented to that particular object. This approach provides the other object, such as a vehicle, bicyclist or pedestrian, sufficient time and information about the breakdown to take appropriate corrective action. Different communication options are available and may be selected based on the particular object, environmental conditions and other factors.
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公开(公告)号：US20240169307A1
公开(公告)日：2024-05-23
申请号：US18427232
申请日：2024-01-30
Applicant: WAYMO LLC
Inventor： Vijaysai Patnaik , William Grossman , Peter Strohm
IPC: G06Q10/0832 , B60R11/04 , B60W60/00 , G06T7/73 , G06V20/59
CPC classification number: G06Q10/0832 , B60R11/04 , B60W60/00256 , G06T7/74 , G06V20/59 , B60R2300/8006 , G06T2207/10048 , G06T2207/30268
Abstract: The technology relates to cargo vehicles. National, regional and/or local regulations set requirements for operating cargo vehicles, including how to distribute and secure cargo, and how often the cargo should be inspected during a trip. However, such regulations have been focused on traditional human-driven vehicles. Aspects of the technology address various issues involved with securement and inspection of cargo before a trip, as well as monitoring during the trip so that corrective action may be taken as warranted. For instance, imagery and other sensor information may be used to enable proper securement of cargo before starting a trip. Onboard sensors along the vehicle monitor the cargo and securement devices/systems during the trip to identify issues as they arise. Such information is used by the onboard autonomous driving system (or a human driver) to take corrective action depending on the nature of the issue.
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公开(公告)号：US20230153745A1
公开(公告)日：2023-05-18
申请号：US18093870
申请日：2023-01-06
Applicant: WAYMO LLC
Inventor： Vijaysai Patnaik , William Grossman , Peter Strohm
IPC: G06Q10/0832 , G06T7/73 , B60W60/00 , B60R11/04 , G06V20/59
CPC classification number: G06Q10/0832 , G06T7/74 , B60W60/00256 , B60R11/04 , G06V20/59 , B60R2300/8006 , G06T2207/10048 , G06T2207/30268
Abstract: The technology relates to cargo vehicles. National, regional and/or local regulations set requirements for operating cargo vehicles, including how to distribute and secure cargo, and how often the cargo should be inspected during a trip. However, such regulations have been focused on traditional human-driven vehicles. Aspects of the technology address various issues involved with securement and inspection of cargo before a trip, as well as monitoring during the trip so that corrective action may be taken as warranted. For instance, imagery and other sensor information may be used to enable proper securement of cargo before starting a trip. Onboard sensors along the vehicle monitor the cargo and securement devices/systems during the trip to identify issues as they arise. Such information is used by the onboard autonomous driving system (or a human driver) to take corrective action depending on the nature of the issue.
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