Patents

nSpace Analytics researchers, working jointly with our various clients, have been awarded several patents for intelligent information innovations that utilize Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics to enhance vehicles and the driving experience. The patents described below (a partial representation of the total) have been filed and awarded in the United States, Germany and China.

Patent for a method to prevent activation of resume function in a Cruise Control system

This innovation prevents the accidental resumption of an earlier high speed cruise control setting in an inappropriate environment – for example, restoring an earlier set highway speed of 80 mph while now driving in a crowded city street or a school zone. Patent work for General Motors.

Patent for automatic control of heating and cooling of vehicle seating based on driver experience

Through this driver aid, the vehicle learns driver seating heating and cooling preferences, and adjusts the seats accordingly, based on ambient temperature conditions. Patent work for Ford Motor Company.

Patent for automatic steering wheel heating based on driver past preferences

Through this mechanism, the vehicle learns the driver steering wheel heating preferences and adjusts the steering wheel in accordance with cabin temperature conditions.  Patent work for Ford Motor Company.