METHOD FOR AVOIDING COLLISIONS OF VEHICLES WITH OBJECTS

摘要

The invention relates to a method for avoiding collisions of vehicles (1) with objects using sensor systems (4) for measuring distance with the following methods steps: a) measurement of the distance between objects (7) which are arranged outside the vehicle (1) and sensors (4) which are arranged on the vehicle; b) determination of the travel path on the basis of the current steering direction (2) of the vehicle (1); c) determination of whether the vehicle (1) will collide with an object (7) detected by the sensors (4) as a result of the travel path predefined by the steering direction (2); d) displaying in the vehicle (1) whether the vehicle (1) will collide with an object which is detected by the sensors (4) if a specific travel path is maintained. The present invention is particularly suitable for speeds which are lower or equal to walking pace. The system provides the full benefit with regard to the warning function especially during parking manoeuvres or in situations in which it is important to move a vehicle safely in a highly restricted traffic space.