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Computerized log and compliance system for truck drivers

  • US 6,807,481 B1
  • Filed: 10/11/2002
  • Issued: 10/19/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/11/2002
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A logging and compliance assistance method, for use by a driver while driving a vehicle, the driver having a driving history which indicates a duty cycle of recent driving and rest periods for the driver, in complying with driving regulations which dictate the allowable duty cycle for the driver, using a computer system which is transportable within the vehicle, comprising the steps of:

  • establishing the identity of the driver by the computer system;

    retrieving a data record associated with the driver by the computer system, the data record including the driver history for the driver;

    accepting a destination from the driver by the computer system;

    plotting a route by the computer system while taking into account the driver history, projecting locations where the driver will be required to rest by the regulations, and plotting rest areas near said projected locations;

    repeatedly determining whether operation of the vehicle by the driver is permissible by the computer system by comparing the driver history to the driving regulation;

    accepting an equipment safety report concerning the vehicle condition from the driver and updating the data record associated with the driver, allowing the driver to proceed to the destination when operation of the vehicle by the driver is permissible, while measuring and driving distance and driving time and updating the driver history, and warning the driver to discontinue operation of the vehicle when operation of the vehicle is not permissible.

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