Volvo, which has invested heavily in automobile safety, is accelerating the application of autonomous driving technology and
Volvo, which has invested heavily in automobile safety, is accelerating the application of autonomous driving technology and putting forward the goal of "zero casualties" in accidents. However, this "cautious" car safety manufacturer also has a bold idea. Recently, Volvo applied for a patented technology that enables cars to have multiple driving positions.
According to reports, Volvo is developing a wireless steering system through by-wire technology, which can make the steering wheel, dashboard and a series of switches translate from one side of the driver's seat to the other side of the passenger seat.
As can be seen from the patent drawing, the steering wheel of Volvo car can be placed in three different positions, usually on the driver's side, and the driver controls the steering of the vehicle. When there are other needs, you can turn the steering wheel to the co-pilot side, and the co-pilot will control the vehicle. The last situation is special, with the steering wheel in the middle.
It is understood that this patent was released in September 2020 and specifically describes a "car with multiple driving positions".
Many netizens expressed their incomprehension about the declaration of this technology. What's the use? How to achieve it? How to control the throttle and brake?
It is reported that when the user starts the semi-automatic driving function, this function can be used when it is necessary to slide the steering wheel away to enjoy more space. For example, in case of traffic jam, you can move the steering wheel to one side and then play mobile phones or games.
Of course, some netizens mentioned that if the traffic police check drunk driving in front, maybe this function will play a role. Just throw the steering wheel to the co-pilot, and you can avoid drunk driving.
In addition, in order to make this technology work, it is necessary to replace all traditional transmission devices of vehicles with the technology of by-wire control. For example, steer-by-wire technology has been used in Britain and Finland. As for the setting of pedals, Volvo explained that it can be completely replaced by pressure sensing components or others, which can be installed behind the steering wheel or in the front foot position of drivers and passengers. For example, the pedals are set in the main and co-pilot positions, and the system will automatically activate the pedals on one side of the steering wheel.
At present, this technology is still in the patent stage, and it will take a long time to study and verify before it can be applied on a practical scale. Of course, if this technology is really realized, it is inseparable from the maturity of autonomous driving technology and the recognition of regulatory agencies and laws and regulations.
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