System for the cooperative driving of two or more vehicles

Details System for the cooperative driving of two or more vehicles System for the cooperative driving of two or more vehicles

1990-08-21

1994-03-22

Mitchell, David M.

Motor vehicles

With means for controlling operation responsive to...

364461, B62D 1300

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052955516

ABSTRACT:
The present invention teaches a system of cooperative driving for use in traffic mitigation or towing, in which two or more non-mechanically connected vehicles are identically equipped with automatic driving controls, which cooperate with sensors and communication devices so that the vehicles are effectively driven by the driver in the leading vehicle.

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