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公开(公告)号:US12049232B2
公开(公告)日:2024-07-30
申请号:US17897337
申请日:2022-08-29
Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor: Matthew E. Gilbert-Eyres , Eric T. Hosey , Russell A. Patenaude , Gaurav Talwar , Matthew Neely
CPC classification number: B60W50/0098 , B60W40/08 , B60W2520/00 , B60W2540/221 , B60W2540/227
Abstract: A method for determining a sampling rate of occupancy data for a vehicle includes determining a vehicle speed and detecting whether an interrupt condition is present. If the speed is within a first speed range and no interrupt condition is detected, then a first sampling rate is selected for sampling the occupancy data. If the speed is within a second speed range that is higher than the first speed range, and/or if the interrupt condition is detected, then a second sampling rate which is faster than the first sampling rate is selected for sampling the occupancy data. A primary electronic control unit (ECU) may be configured for sampling the occupancy data. If the second sampling rate is selected and a computational demand of the primary ECU exceeds a predetermined threshold, then a portion of the computational demand may be transferred to one or more secondary ECUs for sampling the data.
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公开(公告)号:US20230398872A1
公开(公告)日:2023-12-14
申请号:US17839988
申请日:2022-06-14
Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor: Matthew E. Gilbert-Eyres , Russell A. Patenaude , Eric T. Hosey , Matthew Neely
IPC: B60L3/00 , B60Q5/00 , B60Q1/50 , G01R31/392 , G01R31/396 , H01M50/204 , H01M10/48
CPC classification number: B60L3/0046 , B60Q5/005 , B60Q1/50 , H01M2220/20 , G01R31/396 , H01M50/204 , H01M10/486 , G01R31/392
Abstract: Presented are smart vehicle systems and control logic for battery thermal event detection and severity assessment, methods for making/using such systems, and vehicles equipped with such systems. A method of operating a vehicle includes a resident or remote vehicle controller detecting a thermal event in at least one battery cell in the vehicle's battery system and, upon detection, monitoring the vehicle's surrounding area to detect target objects near the vehicle. Responsive to detecting any target objects near the vehicle, the controller aggregates target object data, including a total number of detected target objects and respective proximities of the detected target objects to the vehicle. Using this target object data, a situational severity level is estimated for the thermal event; the controller determines if the severity level exceeds a maximum allowable severity level. If so, the controller responsively commands a vehicle subsystem to execute a control operation to mitigate the event.
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公开(公告)号:US20230169878A1
公开(公告)日:2023-06-01
申请号:US17539361
申请日:2021-12-01
Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor: Matthew E. Gilbert-Eyres , Russell A. Patenaude , Eric T. Hosey , Matthew Neely
IPC: G09B5/06 , H04N7/18 , A61H31/00 , A61B5/024 , G09B19/00 , A61B5/00 , A61B5/021 , A61M21/02 , H04N21/414 , A61M21/00
CPC classification number: G09B5/065 , H04N7/183 , A61H31/007 , A61B5/02438 , G09B19/003 , A61B5/6802 , A61B5/0031 , A61B5/021 , A61M21/02 , H04N21/41422 , A61H2201/5048 , A61M2021/0027 , A61M2205/3553 , A61H2201/5043
Abstract: A communication system for a vehicle includes an assistance mode for communication between a user of the vehicle and a remote assistance unit. The assistance mode is activable during a concerning situation. The assistance mode includes multiple pre-coded subroutines selectively executable to provide audio instruction and video instruction to the user, via a display in the vehicle. The multiple pre-coded subroutines are triggered by the remote assistance unit. Operating the assistance mode includes relaying of selected data from the vehicle to the remote assistance unit. The selected data includes actions performed by the user. The assistance mode is activable by at least one of the remote assistance unit, the user via the user interface, and the vehicle. The communication system may include a controller adapted to at least partially execute the assistance mode.
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公开(公告)号:US10507799B1
公开(公告)日:2019-12-17
申请号:US16214957
申请日:2018-12-10
Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor: Matthew E. Gilbert-Eyres , Russell A. Patenaude , Eric T. Hosey
Abstract: A system and method of tracking a location of a vehicle while the vehicle is in a primary propulsion off state. The method includes: obtaining an initial vehicle location of the vehicle; detecting a vehicle trigger condition while the vehicle is in the primary propulsion off state; determining whether the vehicle has moved more than a first predetermined threshold distance from the initial vehicle location while the vehicle is in the primary propulsion off state; determining a vehicle activity factor and a vehicle location classification factor; and when it is determined that the vehicle has moved more than the first predetermined threshold distance from the initial vehicle location, carrying out a vehicle location tracking process while the vehicle is in the primary propulsion off state based on the vehicle activity factor and the vehicle location classification factor.
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公开(公告)号:US12272183B2
公开(公告)日:2025-04-08
申请号:US17691239
申请日:2022-03-10
Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor: Matthew Neely , Matthew E. Gilbert-Eyres , Eric T. Hosey , Russell A. Patenaude
Abstract: A method for use aboard a motor vehicle having a vehicle interior and a vehicle telematics unit (VTU) includes detecting, using an electronic control unit (ECU), an active voice call between the VTU and a remote call center, and processing sensor data via the ECU. The sensor data is indicative of an operator of the vehicle having exited the interior. In response to enabling conditions, the voice call is transferred to a personal mobile device, e.g., a smartphone, external to the interior. The enabling conditions may include receipt by the ECU of a call transfer approval signal. A motor vehicle includes a body and control system attached thereto. The control system includes the VTU, a sensor suite, and the ECU. A computer-readable storage medium includes instructions, the execution of which by a processor of the ECU causes the method to be performed.
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公开(公告)号:US20240399998A1
公开(公告)日:2024-12-05
申请号:US18327189
申请日:2023-06-01
Applicant: GM Global Technology Operations LLC
Inventor: Matthew E. Gilbert-Eyres , Eric T. Hosey , Russell A. Patenaude
Abstract: Methods of securing a vehicle, via controller, include monitoring local events; determining whether the vehicle is parked in a dangerous area; and taking corrective action to protect the vehicle. Methods may include determining whether local events have occurred within a prescribed distance and, if the local events have occurred within the prescribed distance, arming the vehicle. Methods may include determining whether valuable items have been left in view and notifying a user of the vehicle if valuable items have been left in view via wireless communications. Methods may include locking vehicle doors and monitoring external and internal data or self-driving the vehicle to a safer area. Furthermore, if the methods determine that a theft is occurring on the vehicle, using nearby self-driving vehicles to block the vehicle in, which may be reached via V2X or a back office asking the nearby vehicles to block the vehicle.
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公开(公告)号:US20240353227A1
公开(公告)日:2024-10-24
申请号:US18304538
申请日:2023-04-21
Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor: Matthew E. Gilbert-Eyres , Russell A. Patenaude , Eric T. Hosey , Matthew Neely , Adam L. Wright
CPC classification number: G01C21/206 , B64U10/10 , G01C21/383 , B64U2101/30
Abstract: Methods of mapping buildings for first responders, include using a smart device app to identify data related to entrances and exits in the building; storing the data in a centralized location or smart device app; and providing the data from the centralized location to the first responders in emergency situations. The methods may include recognizing patterns of the entrances and exits with the smart device app, the smart device app collects images, such that important objects recognizing in the collected images with the smart device app. A drone may be used to assist in mapping the building and measurements, such that the images collected by the drone are subject to important object recognition. The data to create augmented reality maps that are provided to first responders in emergency situations. Third-party devices may contribute to mapping the building and external factors mapped, including type of access to house, driveway, elevation.
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公开(公告)号:US12122390B2
公开(公告)日:2024-10-22
申请号:US17873461
申请日:2022-07-26
Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor: Eric T. Hosey , Matthew E. Gilbert-Eyres , Matthew Neely , Russell A. Patenaude
IPC: B60W40/08
CPC classification number: B60W40/08 , B60W2040/0881 , B60W2540/049
Abstract: A system for obtaining vehicle status data includes a location sensor configured to obtain location data for one or more connected devices in or around the vehicle. The vehicle has a plurality of seats, including at least one seat without an occupant sensor. The location data is obtained based at least partially on radiofrequency waves. A command unit is adapted to receive the location data. The command unit has a processor and tangible, non-transitory memory on which instructions are recorded. The command unit is adapted to obtain the vehicle status data in real time based in part on the location data of the one or more connected devices, the vehicle status data including a total number of occupants in the vehicle.
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公开(公告)号:US20240313850A1
公开(公告)日:2024-09-19
申请号:US18183244
申请日:2023-03-14
Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor: Matthew E. Gilbert-Eyres , Eric T. Hosey , Russell A. Patenaude , Scott T. Droste
CPC classification number: H04B7/18506 , B64C1/36 , H04B7/18513 , B64U10/00 , B64U2101/20 , B64U2201/20
Abstract: A system for enhanced satellite communication coverage via an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). The system may include a satellite configured for orbiting Earth, a vehicle configured for ground transportation on Earth, and an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operable for relaying communication signals between the vehicle and the satellite. The system may be configured for transmitting control instructions to the UAV for controlling aerial positioning of the UAV relative to the vehicle and the satellite. The control instructions may specifying a roll, a pitch, and a yaw for orientating the UAV to point towards the satellite.
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公开(公告)号:US12090862B2
公开(公告)日:2024-09-17
申请号:US17946232
申请日:2022-09-16
Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor: Eric T. Hosey , Matthew Neely , Matthew E. Gilbert-Eyres , Russell A Patenaude
CPC classification number: B60L3/0007 , B60L3/0046 , B60L3/0061 , B60L3/06 , B60L58/24 , B60Q3/70
Abstract: Presented are intelligent vehicle systems for thermal event mitigation during vehicle towing, methods for making/using such systems, and vehicles equipped with such intelligent control systems. A method of operating a host vehicle includes a resident or remote vehicle controller verifying the host vehicle is an incapacitated state. Responsive to the incapacitation of the host vehicle, the controller detects the host vehicle being towed by a tow vehicle and identifies a wireless-enabled portable computing device (PCD) within a predefined range of the host vehicle. Responsive to the host vehicle being towed, the controller determines if the wireless-enabled PCD is on the tow vehicle while towing the host vehicle. Upon detection of a thermal event in at least one battery cell in the host vehicle's battery system while the host vehicle is being towed, the controller responsively commands a resident vehicle subsystem to execute a control operation to mitigate the thermal event.
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