Apparatus and methods for parking a vehicle using position detec

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1997-10-27

1999-08-31

Hofsass, Jeffery A.

Communications: electrical

Land vehicle alarms or indicators

Of collision or contact with external object

340435, 3409322, B60Q 100

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059459077

ABSTRACT:
A sensing and indicating device is mounted at a fixed location to determine the distance between the sensor and an approaching vehicle. The sensor provides visual and/or audible indication of the distance between the vehicle and the sensor. The driver of the vehicle uses that displayed or audible information to locate the vehicle within a defined space or envelope, e.g., within a garage. The sensor and indicator may also be located laterally with respect to the vehicle so that the distance between the vehicle side and the sensor can be determined whereby the vehicle can be located laterally within the defined space or envelope.

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