Driver hands-on steering wheel detect using EPS signals

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9873453
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15130003

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A system for detecting handwheel control comprises a driver torque estimation module that estimates a driver torque state based on a plurality of electric power steering signals; and a grip detection module that determines one of a grip level, a hands-on wheel flag, and a transition blending factor from the driver torque state, the grip level is used to control a driver assist power steering system.

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STEERING SOLUTIONS IP HOLDING CORPORATION3900 HOLLAND RD SAGINAW MI 48601

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George, Mariam Swetha Saginaw, US 9 80
Shah, Shrenik P Saginaw, US 9 65
Wang, Chang Saginaw, US 83 761

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