scholarly journals Rollover Prevention Control for Autonomous Electric Road Sweeper

Electronics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (22) ◽  
pp. 2790
Author(s):  
Seongjin Yim ◽  
Wongun Kim
Keyword(s):  
Load Transfer ◽  
Center Of Gravity ◽  
Path Tracking ◽  
Constant Speed ◽  
Speed Profile ◽  
Tire Model ◽  
Vehicle Model ◽  
Transfer Ratio ◽  
Rollover Prevention ◽  
Bicycle Model

This paper presents a method to prevent the rollover of autonomous electric road sweepers (AERS). AERS have an articulated frame steering (AFS) mechanism. Moreover, the heights of the center of gravity of the front and rear bodies are high. As such, they are prone to rolling over at low speeds and at small articulation angles. A bicycle model with a nonlinear tire model was used as a vehicle model for AERS. Using that vehicle model, path tracking and speed controllers were designed in order to follow a predefined path and speed profile, respectively. To check the rollover propensity of AERS, load transfer ratio (LTR) based the rollover analysis was completed. Based on the results of the analysis, a rollover prevention scheme was proposed. To validate the proposed scheme, a simulation was conducted using a U-shaped path under constant speed conditions. From the simulation, it was shown that the proposed scheme is effective in preventing AERS from rolling over.

A New Predictive Lateral Load Transfer Ratio for Rollover Prevention Systems

2013 ◽  
Vol 62 (7) ◽  
pp. 2928-2936 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chad Larish ◽  
Damrongrit Piyabongkarn ◽  
Vasilios Tsourapas ◽  
Rajesh Rajamani
Keyword(s):  
Load Transfer ◽  
Lateral Load ◽  
Transfer Ratio ◽  
Rollover Prevention

scholarly journals Research on Model Predictive Control for Automobile Active Tilt Based on Active Suspension

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 671
Author(s):  
Jialing Yao ◽  
Meng Wang ◽  
Zhihong Li ◽  
Yunyi Jia
Keyword(s):  
Load Transfer ◽  
Ride Comfort ◽  
Active Suspension ◽  
Path Tracking ◽  
Roll Angle ◽  
Lateral Acceleration ◽  
Vehicle Speed ◽  
Model Predictive Controller ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Predictive Controller

To improve the handling stability of automobiles and reduce the odds of rollover, active or semi-active suspension systems are usually used to control the roll of a vehicle. However, these kinds of control systems often take a zero-roll-angle as the control target and have a limited effect on improving the performance of the vehicle when turning. Tilt control, which actively controls the vehicle to tilt inward during a curve, greatly benefits the comprehensive performance of a vehicle when it is cornering. After analyzing the advantages and disadvantages of the tilt control strategies for narrow commuter vehicles by combining the structure and dynamic characteristics of automobiles, a direct tilt control (DTC) strategy was determined to be more suitable for automobiles. A model predictive controller for the DTC strategy was designed based on an active suspension. This allowed the reverse tilt to cause the moment generated by gravity to offset that generated by the centrifugal force, thereby significantly improving the handling stability, ride comfort, vehicle speed, and rollover prevention. The model predictive controller simultaneously tracked the desired tilt angle and yaw rate, achieving path tracking while improving the anti-rollover capability of the vehicle. Simulations of step-steering input and double-lane change maneuvers were performed. The results showed that, compared with traditional zero-roll-angle control, the proposed tilt control greatly reduced the occupant’s perceived lateral acceleration and the lateral load transfer ratio when the vehicle turned and exhibited a good path-tracking performance.

Construction of a Rational Tire Model for High Fidelity Vehicle Dynamics Simulation Under Extreme Driving and Environmental Conditions

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. C¸ag˘lar Bas¸lamıs¸lı ◽  
Selim Solmaz
Keyword(s):  
Vehicle Dynamics ◽  
Dynamics Simulation ◽  
High Fidelity ◽  
Tire Model ◽  
Dynamics Model ◽  
Vehicle Model ◽  
Prospective Design ◽  
Magic Formula ◽  
Rational Models ◽  
Simulation Results

In this paper, a control oriented rational tire model is developed and incorporated in a two-track vehicle dynamics model for the prospective design of vehicle dynamics controllers. The tire model proposed in this paper is an enhancement over previous rational models which have taken into account only the peaking and saturation behavior disregarding all other force generation characteristics. Simulation results have been conducted to compare the dynamics of a vehicle model equipped with a Magic Formula tire model, a rational tire model available in the literature and the present rational tire model. It has been observed that the proposed tire model results in vehicle responses that closely follow those obtained with the Magic Formula even for extreme driving scenarios conducted on roads with low adhesion coefficient.

Motion Control of an Omni-Directional Walker for Walking Support

2013 ◽  
pp. 20-28
Author(s):  
Renpeng Tan ◽  
Shuoyu Wang ◽  
Yinlai Jiang ◽  
Kenji Ishida ◽  
Masakatsu G. Fujie
Keyword(s):  
Adaptive Control ◽  
Motion Control ◽  
Control Method ◽  
Center Of Gravity ◽  
Path Tracking ◽  
Reference Trajectory ◽  
Tracking Errors ◽  
Directed Movement ◽  
Load Change

With the increase in the percentage of the population defined as elderly, increasing numbers of people suffer from walking disabilities due to illness or accidents. An omni-directional walker (ODW) has been developed that can support people with walking disabilities and allow them to perform indoor walking. The ODW can identify the user’s directional intention based on the user’s forearm pressures and then supports movement in the intended direction. In this chapter, a reference trajectory is generated based on the intended direction in order to support directed movement. The ODW needs to follow the generated path. However, path tracking errors occur because the center of gravity (COG) of the system shifts and the load changes due to user`s pressure. An adaptive control method is proposed to deal with this issue. The results of simulations indicate that the ODW can accurately follow the user’s intended direction by inhibiting the influence of COG shifts and the resulting load change. The proposed scheme is feasible for supporting indoor movement.

scholarly journals Rollover Prevention System Dedicated to ATVs on Natural Ground

2012 ◽  
Vol 162 ◽  
pp. 505-514 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mathieu Richier ◽  
Roland Lenain ◽  
Benoit Thuilot ◽  
Christophe Debain
Keyword(s):  
Predictive Control ◽  
Control Algorithm ◽  
Load Transfer ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Lateral Load ◽  
Dynamical Model ◽  
Rollover Prevention ◽  
Perception System ◽  
Prevention System ◽  
On Line

In this paper, an algorithm dedicated to light ATVs, which estimates and anticipates the rollover, is proposed. It is based on the on-line estimation of the Lateral Load Transfer (LLT), allowing the evaluation of dynamic instabilities. The LLT is computed thanks to a dynamical model split into two 2D projections. Relying on this representation and a low cost perception system, an observer is proposed to estimate on-line the terrain properties (grip conditions and slope), then allowing to deduce accurately the risk of instability. Associated to a predictive control algorithm, based on the extrapolation of riders action, the risk can be anticipated, enabling to warn the pilot and to consider the implementation of active actions.

scholarly journals Continuous Damping Control for Rollover Prevention with Optimal Distribution Strategy of Damping Force

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (20) ◽  
pp. 7230
Author(s):  
Xu Zhang ◽  
Chuanxue Song ◽  
Shixin Song ◽  
Jingwei Cao ◽  
Da Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Load Transfer ◽  
Optimal Distribution ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
Damping Control ◽  
Rollover Prevention ◽  
Vehicle Rollover ◽  
Left And Right ◽  
Vehicle Suspension System ◽  
Dangerous Condition ◽  
Force Compensation

Vehicle rollover has always been a highly dangerous condition that can cause severe traffic casualties. In this work, a 14-degree-of-freedom vehicle model in MATLAB/Simulink is constructed with the vehicle suspension system dynamics. The validity of the model is verified by comparing with the CarSim model. Then an optimal distribution of damping force strategy with continuous damping control is proposed by combining the traditional lateral load transfer ratio control with optimized equations of suspension damping force. The damping force compensation of the left and right sides is the core of the optimal distribution of damping force strategy. The effectiveness and optimization effect of the optimal distribution of damping force strategy is proved by the simulation results under the fishhook and crosswind tests. The result shows that continuous damping control has evident control effects on vehicle rollover compared with passive suspension. The optimal distribution of the damping force strategy with continuous damping control has a great better performance than traditional continuous damping control, and it provides a certain assistance to vehicle handling stability.

Integration of SEA Tire Model with Vehicle Model

1999 ◽  
Author(s):  
James J. Lee ◽  
Robert E. Powell ◽  
Archie E. Ni ◽  
Poyu Tsou
Keyword(s):  
Tire Model ◽  
Vehicle Model

scholarly journals Smooth Sliding Mode Control for Vehicle Rollover Prevention Using Active Antiroll Suspension

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Duanfeng Chu ◽  
Xiao-Yun Lu ◽  
Chaozhong Wu ◽  
Zhaozheng Hu ◽  
Ming Zhong
Keyword(s):  
Sliding Mode Control ◽  
Load Transfer ◽  
Control Method ◽  
Sliding Mode ◽  
Dynamics Simulation ◽  
Control Technique ◽  
Simulating Experiment ◽  
Mode Control ◽  
Rollover Prevention ◽  
Robust Stability Analysis

The rollover accidents induced by severe maneuvers are very dangerous and mostly happen to vehicles with elevated center of gravity, such as heavy-duty trucks and pickup trucks. Unfortunately, it is hard for drivers of those vehicles to predict and prevent the trend of the maneuver-induced (untripped) rollover ahead of time. In this study, a lateral load transfer ratio which reflects the load distribution of left and right tires is used to indicate the rollover criticality. An antiroll controller is designed with smooth sliding mode control technique for vehicles, in which an active antiroll suspension is installed. A simplified second order roll dynamic model with additive sector bounded uncertainties is used for control design, followed by robust stability analysis. Combined with the vehicle dynamics simulation package TruckSim, MATLAB/Simulink is used for simulating experiment. The results show that the applied controller can improve the roll stability under some typical steering maneuvers, such as Fishhook and J-turn. This direct antiroll control method could be more effective for untripped rollover prevention when driver deceleration or steering is too late. It could also be extended to handle tripped rollovers.

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