VEHICLE AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETECTION SYSTEM

摘要

A system includes a detection device configured to transmit and receive one or more signals in a generally vertical direction above a vehicle. Additionally, the system may include a processing device configured to measure a time of flight associated with the transmission and receipt of the one or more signals in the generally vertical direction. A distance travelled by the one or more signals may be determined based, at least in part, on the measured time of flight, and the distance travelled may be compared with a threshold distance to determine an overhead clearance of the vehicle. In response to determining the overhead clearance, a vehicle system may be activated.

主权项

1. A detection system, comprising:
a sensing device configured to detect one or more signals travelling in a generally vertical direction above a vehicle, wherein the vehicle is associated with an operational range of overhead distances; and a processing device configured to:
operate a vehicle system in a mode of operation;compare a distance travelled by the one or more signals in the generally vertical direction with the operational range of overhead distances to determine a change in overhead clearance of the vehicle; andmodify the mode of operation of the vehicle system in response to determining the change in overhead clearance.