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Method and apparatus for maintaining a trailer in a straight position relative to the vehicle

  • US 7,950,751 B2
  • Filed: 03/18/2004
  • Issued: 05/31/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/18/2004
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A system for controlling an automotive vehicle having a trailer and a primary steering actuator comprising:

  • a secondary steering actuator generating a signal indicative of a desired trailer turn direction;

    reverse signal means generating a reverse signal corresponding to a reverse direction of the vehicle;

    a trailer position sensor generating a trailer position signal;

    a controller coupled to the secondary steering actuator, the reverse signal means and the trailer position sensor, said controller programmed to brake-steer the vehicle to maintain the vehicle in the desired trailer turn direction.

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