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Sensor system adapted to be installed in a vehicle including a cover
US11994263B2 · US · B2
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Publication number | US-11994263-B2 |
| Application number | US-201917292889-A |
| Country | US |
| Kind code | B2 |
| Filing date | Nov 12, 2019 |
| Priority date | Nov 13, 2018 |
| Publication date | May 28, 2024 |
| Grant date | May 28, 2024 |
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A LiDAR sensor unit is configured to detect information of an outside area of a vehicle with sensing light. A cover covers the LiDAR sensor unit so as to allow passage of the sensing light while forming a part of an outer surface of the vehicle. A strain gage is disposed on the cover and configured to output a strain signal corresponding to strain generated in the cover. A processor is configured to detect a foreign substance adhered to the cover based on the strain signal.
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The invention claimed is: 1. A sensor system adapted to be installed in a vehicle, comprising: a sensor unit configured to detect information of an outside area of the vehicle with light; a cover covering the sensor unit so as to allow passage of the light through a light passage area while forming a part of an outer surface of the vehicle; a displacement sensor disposed on the cover and configured to output a signal corresponding to displacement of the cover; and a processor configured to detect a foreign substance adhered to the cover based on a change in the signal, wherein the displacement sensor is disposed on the cover and configured to output a signal corresponding to displacement of the cover comprises a plurality of displacement sensors disposed on the cover at locations other than the light passage area of the cover. 2. The sensor system according to claim 1 , wherein the displacement sensor is a strain gage. 3. The sensor system according to claim 1 , wherein the displacement sensor is an acceleration sensor. 4. The sensor system according to claim 3 , further comprising: an actuator configured to vibrate the cover. 5. The sensor system according to claim 1 , wherein the displacement sensor is an optical fiber sensor. 6. The sensor system according to claim 1 , wherein the displacement sensor is disposed in an peripheral portion of the cover. 7. The sensor system according to claim 1 , further comprising: a nozzle configured to spray liquid, wherein the processor is configured to cause the nozzle to spray the liquid toward the cover in a case where adhesion of the foreign substance is detected. 8. The sensor system according to claim 1 , further comprising: a nozzle configured to spray liquid, wherein the processor is configured to specify a position on the cover to which the foreign substance adheres, and to cause the nozzle to spray the liquid toward the position. 9. The sensor system according to claim 1 , further comprising: a lamp unit configured to emit illumination light to the outside area of the vehicle, wherein the cover is configured to allow passage of the illumination light. 10. The sensor system according to claim 1 , wherein the displacement sensor is configured to output a signal corresponding to a change in distribution of strain of the cover. 11. A sensor system adapted to be installed in a vehicle, comprising: a sensor unit configured to detect information of an outside area of the vehicle with light; a cover covering the sensor unit so as to allow passage of the light while forming a part of an outer surface of the vehicle; a displacement sensor disposed on the cover and configured to output a signal corresponding to displacement of the cover; and a processor configured to detect a foreign substance adhered to the cover based on a change in the signal, wherein the displacement sensor is disposed in a portion where a thickness of the cover changes.
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- F21S41/2805Primary
Cover glass · CPC title
- F21S41/28Primary
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- A LiDAR sensor unit is configured to detect information of an outside area of a vehicle with sensing light. A cover covers the LiDAR sensor unit so as to allow passage of the sensing light while forming a part of an outer surface of the vehicle. A strain gage is disposed on the cover and configured to output a strain signal corresponding to strain generated in the cover. A processor is configur…
- Who is the assignee on this patent?
- Koito Mfg Co Ltd
- What technology area does this patent fall under?
- Primary CPC classification F21S41/2805. Mapped technology areas include Mechanical Engineering.
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- Publication date Tue May 28 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) (B2). Legal status and post-grant events are not shown on this page.
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