Autonomous Vehicles – Ankit Dilip Kothari, Be Topnotch LLC

Abstract for “System, apparatus, and method to prevent vehicle door-related accidents”

This apparatus, system, as well as method of preventing vehicle-related accidents, will detect oncoming traffic and/or other objects. If an occupant of the car or the processor of the vehicle shows an intention to open the door, it would either generate an alert for them or an external alert for outside users. It could also automatically close the door if there were any dangers to the door or its users. This invention includes an internal alert mechanism that alerts vehicle users about oncoming traffic and/or other nearby objects. This invention also includes an external alarm mechanism that would alert the outside world when the vehicle doors are about to open. This invention also includes a feature that prevents vehicle doors from opening when there is a possibility of door-related accident.

Background for “System, apparatus, and method to prevent vehicle door-related accidents”

“It is common for a vehicle door to be opened without paying attention to oncoming traffic. This could lead to an accident, if traffic from behind or front hits the vehicle door. If the vehicle door is opened without paying attention, it could lead to the user being hit by traffic.

“Aside from the above, it is also common for a vehicle owner to open their vehicle door and not pay attention to any external objects. This can lead to an accident. Let’s look at the parking lot to further illustrate this problem. Parking lots are a common place for vehicle doors to strike other vehicles as the user is trying to get into or out of their vehicle.

Overall, vehicle-related accidents are on the rise. They can cause damage and dents to the vehicle as well as other objects or vehicles. These accidents can also lead to increased insurance premiums and costs for repairs. Some people run away from accidents with other vehicles, hitting their vehicle doors, and not reporting them. This is known as hit-and-run. There is currently no indicator or internal alarm system on the vehicle notification system, or on the vehicle doors to alert vehicle door operators of an imminent accident. There is currently no external alert system (for example, a notification, notification, digital display or lights to external/outside persons, oncoming traffic, or other nearby objects) that will alert them to the danger of an accident. This could help prevent accidents. There is currently no artificial intelligence module that can monitor and analyze vehicle doors to provide proactive suggestions, or take necessary actions to prevent vehicle-related accidents.

However, these vehicle-related accidents can be avoided if vehicle doors are equipped with an external object identification system and proactive self-stopping/notification system. This would allow the doors to stop opening after a certain time when there is a danger of oncoming traffic hitting them or any other external objects hitting them. A vehicle notification system, and/or the doors themselves, could have an indicator that indicates when the door is safe to open. This would help prevent vehicle-related accidents. External alert mechanisms, such as an indicator, notification or digital display, lights, or indicators, can be installed on vehicles to alert other people, traffic, and objects. This would help prevent accidents. If an artificial intelligence module was attached to the vehicle doors, it would continuously gather, analyze, and provide proactive suggestions, or even take the necessary steps to prevent future accidents.

This apparatus, system, as well as method of preventing vehicle-related accidents, will detect oncoming traffic and/or other objects. If an occupant of the car or the processor of the vehicle shows an intention to open the door, it would either generate an alert for them or an external alert for outside users. It could also automatically close the door if there were any dangers to the door or its users. This invention includes an internal alert mechanism that alerts vehicle users about oncoming traffic and/or other nearby objects. This invention also includes an external alarm mechanism that would alert the outside world when the vehicle doors are about to open. This invention also includes a feature that prevents vehicle doors from opening when there is a possibility of door-related accident.

“This invention also includes an artificial intelligence module that would continuously gather data, analyze, provide proactive suggestions, or even take necessary steps to prevent vehicle door-related accidents.”

This solution detects oncoming traffic and/or other nearby objects as the vehicle door opens. It will also stop the door from opening further in the event of an accident that could involve the doors or their users. Oncoming traffic is anything that could cause damage to the vehicle’s doors, including cyclists, other vehicles, and people who are coming either from the front or behind. An external object could also cause damage to the vehicle’s door. Example: Another vehicle parked in a parking lot, building wall if vehicle is parked near building wall, road sign pole, water hydrant or road sign pillar/pole. This will prevent vehicle owners from being in danger and indirectly eliminate the fear that they may hit another object when opening their doors. Not only will this prevent accidents, but it will also help to remove the fear from vehicle users that they might hit another object while opening their doors. Once the intent is known, the proactive vehicle system will either prevent the doors from opening or allow partial opening. It may also alert external users, self-driving vehicles, and other drivers, that the vehicle door is about open.

“In the case of self-driving cars, the vehicle door must not be opened. However, if the self driving vehicle is about to open it, the computer will detect that and notify the vehicle computer. If the self-driving car intends to open the doors, it will communicate this information to the vehicle computer. This would prevent the doors from opening or lock them if necessary.

This invention will notify vehicle users via an indicator on the vehicle’s door or existing notification systems that the vehicle’s door is closed due to an accident. This indicator can be placed at any number of locations inside or outside the vehicle. As long as the vehicle occupant is able to see it, the indicator will also work.

“Even if the vehicle door is not restricted from opening, but there is still the possibility of a vehicle-related accident, this invention will still have an inner alert mechanism that will alert vehicle users about any external objects or oncoming traffic. This internal alert indicator is visible from any place on the vehicle.

“This invention also includes an external alarm mechanism. This could be used to alert people outside, oncoming traffic, or other objects nearby that the vehicle door is about open. It would also prevent accidents. This invention also includes an artificial intelligence module that will be embedded in the proactive vehicle doors system. The module would continuously collect and analyze data, i.e. It would learn from regular actions related to vehicle doors, such as incorrectly opening them at a certain time or place or following a specific sequence of actions, and then alert the user or users to prevent making the same mistakes again.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, a vehicle safety apparatus that includes: a safety mechanism for opening doors; a processor connected with the safety mechanism. It is designed to: collect data about the vehicle’s environment from a number of sensors or cameras embedded into the vehicle; identify objects in the vehicle’s environment that could pose a danger to vehicle safety; activate the safety mechanism to prevent an accident between the vehicle’s door and an object using one or more sensors.

“Accordingly to one embodiment of the invention, the vehicle safety apparatus consisting of the processor is configured to: deactivate a vehicle’s door safety mechanism when an object that was previously a potential danger to the vehicle’s environment is gone or is not a threat to the vehicle’s safety when a vehicle door is opened.

“According to one embodiment of the invention, the vehicle safety apparatus that indicates intent to open the doors of the vehicle can be described as a single user action or a combination thereof. This signals to the door safety system that the vehicle occupant is about to open its doors.”

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus that allows the driver to open the vehicle’s doors can be controlled by an autonomous, semi-autonomous, connected vehicle processor.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle’s door safety device wherein the processor is further configured can: Cause the door safety mechanism generate one or more internal alarms directed at an occupant of a vehicle when the probability of contact with an object exceeds or exceeds a predetermined threshold.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus that includes the processor can generate one or more external alarms directed at a person or object outside the vehicle.”

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus in which an object is located in the vehicle’s exterior environment is a connected object that communicates at least one to three information about the object to nearby connected objects to make them aware of it.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus for opening the vehicle’s door is connected to a vehicle that communicates information about the vehicle’s intent to open it or information about an object within the vehicle’s environment to nearby connected objects. External connected objects can include the object itself if it’s connected.”

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus that prevents the doors from opening when the likelihood of coming into contact with the object exceeds or exceeds a predetermined threshold.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, a vehicle safety apparatus that includes: a safety mechanism for opening doors; a processor connected with the safety mechanism. The processor is configured to: Receive sensor data about the vehicle’s environment from a plurality sensors embedded into the vehicle; identify an object in this vehicle’s environment that could pose a danger to contact; cause the safety mechanism to generate one to several internal alerts directed at an occupant; wherein one to more alerts can be either inside or outside of the vehicle so long as they can be seen by an occupant.

“Accordingly to one embodiment of the invention, the vehicle safety apparatus that opens the vehicle door when sensors embedded in the vehicle detect that the occupant intends to open it, generates one or several internal alerts to the occupant of vehicle when an object found in the vehicle’s exterior environment poses a potential danger to contact.”

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus that includes one or more internal alarms, including a visual indicator on the vehicle’s door, glass, mirror assembly, dashboard display screen, or HUD display, is a vehicle door safety device.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus that activates one or more internal alarms includes activation of display screens inside the vehicle that display rear view using one or multiple cameras mounted on the vehicle.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, a vehicle safety system includes: a vehicle; one or several sensors embedded in it; non-volatile storage comprising computer-readable instructions stored therein. The instructions cause the processor: to identify using one or two sensors when an occupant is about to open a vehicle’s door; and cause a safety mechanism to generate one to more external alerts directed at a person or object outside the vehicle when the driver of the vehicle displays an intent of opening the door.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety system that deactivates one or more external alarms when an occupant no longer displays an intent to open or close the doors of the vehicle or opens or closes them once or repeatedly until the safety mechanism is manually activated by the vehicle’s occupant again.”

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety system that allows the driver to open the vehicle’s doors can be controlled by an autonomous, connected, semi-autonomous, or automated vehicle processor.

“According to one embodiment of the invention, the vehicle safety system that opens the vehicle’s door to prevent vehicle-related accidents is a connected vehicle.

“Accordingly to one embodiment of the invention, the vehicle safety system also comprises: A highly reflective material that is glued to or attached to the vehicle’s inner trim or edge. The reflective material shines/illuminates and alerts external users or automated cars that the vehicle’s door is open.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, a method to ensure vehicle doors are safe. The method includes: collecting data about vehicle’s environment using a variety of sensors or cameras embedded in the vehicle; identifying objects in the vehicle’s environment that could pose a danger to vehicle doors; activating a safety device to prevent accidents involving vehicle doors and objects by using one or more sensors.

“The invention will use sensors that identify when the vehicle user is about open the door or identify external objects and oncoming traffic. It also provides a self-stopping feature to the vehicle doors that can help prevent accidents.”

While the illustrated system is intended to be used as an original, built-in device on a vehicle’s engine, it is possible to retrofit the system to existing vehicles.

“Note: The features mentioned above are only for exemplary purposes. However, technology will continue to advance and allow for additional options to improve the use of these self-stopping features on vehicle doors in order to prevent accidents.”

“All components of the system mentioned above would continue working/functioning even when the vehicle’s not turned on.” The vehicle’s rechargeable battery would power the system in this instance.

“One of ordinary skill in art would know that the invention is applicable to traditional vehicle doors, as well as semi-autonomous and connected vehicles. This invention does not depart from the spirit or scope of the invention. This means that the invention is applicable to all types of vehicles with doors or openings to allow for people to get out. All situations, regardless of whether the vehicle user opens or closes a door, or whether the software module opens or closes a door based on the driver’s input, or the instructions of an autonomous self-driving car, are valid and within the scope of the invention.

“The apparatus and method have or will be described in order to preserve grammatical fluidity, with functional explanations. However, the claims, except as expressly stated under 35 USC 112, must not be understood to be necessarily limited by the construction of “means?” “Means” or “steps?” Limitations, or?steps?, are to be given the full scope of meaning and equivalents of claims under the judicial doctrines of equivalents. In the case where claims are explicitly formulated under 35 USC 11, they are to be granted full statutory equivalents under35 USC 112. You can better understand the disclosure by looking at these drawings.

This apparatus, system, as well as method of preventing vehicle-related accidents, will detect oncoming traffic and/or other objects. If an occupant of the car or the processor of the vehicle shows an intention to open the door, it would either generate an alert for them or an external alert for outside users. It could also automatically close the door if there were any dangers to the door or its users. This invention includes an internal alert mechanism that alerts vehicle users about oncoming traffic and/or other nearby objects. This invention also includes an external alarm mechanism that would alert the outside world when the vehicle doors are about to open. This invention also includes a feature that prevents vehicle doors from opening when there is a possibility of door-related accident.

“This invention also includes an artificial intelligence module that would continuously gather data, analyze, provide proactive suggestions, or even take necessary steps to prevent vehicle door-related accidents.”

“As shown at FIG. 1-FIG. 1-FIG. You should note that oncoming traffic could be any vehicle, bicycle, person, or motorbike that can cause damage to the vehicle doors. Those that come from the front or back. An external object could also be any object that could cause damage to the vehicle’s door. Example: Another vehicle parked in a parking lot, building wall if vehicle is parked near building wall, road sign pole, water hydrant or road sign pillar/pole. This will prevent vehicle owners from being in danger of hitting another object or vehicle while opening their doors. Not only can the vehicle doors not be opened, but the user must indicate their intention to do so. This could include holding the handle of the vehicle, turning off the ignition, pressing the button to open it, voice request to unlock the door, voice request, text request to unlock the car door, and any sequence of actions that indicates that they intend to open them.

“In the case of self-driving cars, the vehicle door must not be opened. However, if the self driving vehicle is about to open it, the computer will detect that and notify the vehicle computer. If the self-driving car intends to open the doors, it will communicate this information to the vehicle computer. This would prevent the doors from opening or lock them if necessary.

A vehicle safety system that protects vehicle doors is provided according to one embodiment of the invention. It includes non-volatile storage for computer-readable instructions, multiple sensors embedded into the vehicle and a processor that receives sensor data about the vehicle’s environment. The processor can identify objects in the vehicle’s environment that could pose a danger to vehicle users; activate a door safety device that can generate an external alert or activate an internal alarm for vehicle users. If the processor determines that an object poses a risk to vehicle safety, Although the probability of the object coming into contact could range from 0-100% to 50%, it is preferred that the probability be at least 50%. But, anyone with ordinary skills will know that any probability can be used.”

“One of ordinary skill in art would know that the invention is applicable to traditional vehicle doors, as well as semi-autonomous and connected vehicles. This invention does not depart from the spirit or scope of the invention. This means that the invention is applicable to all types of vehicles with doors or openings to allow for people to get out. All situations, regardless of whether the vehicle user opens or closes a door, or whether the software module opens or closes a door based on the driver’s input, or the instructions of an autonomous self-driving car, are valid and within the scope of the invention.

“As shown at FIG. 5 This solution will notify vehicle users using an indicator 502 on the vehicle doors and/or existing notification systems 504 in vehicles that the vehicle’s door is being restricted from further opening due to an accident possibility.

“One with ordinary skill in art would recognize that it is similar to the indicator on the vehicle doors 502 and 503 as shown in FIG. 5. It can be found at any number of locations inside or outside the vehicle. This indicator could be found on trim of vehicle doors, glass windows of vehicle doors, smart glass panels or displays mounted on vehicle doors, interior sides of vehicle doors, HUD display, trim on door mirrors, side compartments of door mirrors, sun visor, dashboard screen, dashboard notification system and seat headrest.

“Another embodiment of the invention provides an internal alarm mechanism that will alert vehicle users of any external objects or oncoming traffic. This internal alert indicator is visible from any place on the vehicle. An alert indicator may be found on the interior of the vehicle, trim of vehicle doors, vehicle handle, border of vehicle handle unit, glass window of vehicle doors, smart glass panel or display mounted to vehicle doors, HUD display on vehicle mirrors, side of door mirror compartment, sunvisor, dashboard display screen and dashboard notification system, seat screen, and/or any other notification systems in vehicle.

“Also as shown in FIG. 6. This invention will also include an external alarm mechanism 602 (e.g., using an indicator, notification digital display, lights flashing lights or reflective material that alerts the outside/outside traffic that the vehicle’s door is about to open, which could also help prevent accidents.”

“In addition, FIG. This invention also includes an artificial intelligence module in the proactive vehicle doors system. The module would continuously gather and analyze data, i.e. It would learn from regular actions related to vehicle doors, such as incorrectly opening them at a certain time or place or following a specific sequence of actions, and then alert the user or users to avoid repeating the same mistakes, helping to prevent future accidents.

“Note: The solution for self-stopping vehicle doorways will work regardless of whether the vehicle has manually operated doors or self-opening automatic doors.

This solution consists of one or more sensors that are installed at each vehicle’s doors. These sensors would detect objects that could be hit by the door or objects that might come in contact with the door. One or more sensors can be installed at one or multiple locations on the vehicle like side mirror assembly and bumper, trunk, roof, etc. This sensor would detect anything behind the vehicle’s doors, such as a bike, other vehicle, or another vehicle. It would then transmit that information to the vehicle computer/processor. The proactive vehicle door system could take various actions, such as alerting the user to open the door or preventing it from opening. Additional sensors can be added to this solution to detect when the vehicle’s user is about opening the door. You can place one or more sensors in any part of your vehicle. The sensor can be mounted internally or externally on either the side mirror assembly or the vehicle’s door. It can also be attached to the vehicle’s external ceiling. The sensor or set of sensors mentioned above can be placed anywhere on the vehicle. This is provided that they detect potential objects that could cause an accident with the vehicle’s door. A person of ordinary skill in the arts would recognize that the sensors or sets of sensors can be placed in any vehicle, without violating the spirit or scope of the invention.

“Accordingly to one embodiment of the invention, sensors, radars, or image recognition software can be installed in the vehicle to identify specific objects from behind. If that object is identified, they will transmit that information to vehicle computer/processor which will then transmit the signals to the proactive vehicle door system to take steps to prevent any vehicle-related accident. The proactive vehicle door system would prevent an accident regardless of whether the object, such as a bicycle, is likely to strike the vehicle door. Even though objects from behind may not appear to have the chance of hitting the vehicle doors initially, it is possible for them to change their course at any time and cause an accident. To avoid accidents with specific objects, such as bicyclists on bicycles, the proactive vehicle doors system can identify those objects from behind and take appropriate actions. This is in accordance with the spirit and scope the invention. The vehicle manufacturer will either pre-select objects to monitor regardless of whether there is a possibility of a door accident. Or the vehicle user will be given a GUI (graphical user Interface) that allows them to update or add to the list. This would fall within the spirit and scope the present invention.

“Such sensors can be either single or a combination of one or more of photo-electric, optic, infrared, radar, sonic, electromagnetic, or any other type of sensors as long as they can do things such as detects the presence of external objects, identify type of external objects, identify shape and/or size of external objects, calculate distance between them and external objects, calculate angle between them and external objects, calculate speed/velocity of external objects coming towards them, calculate time of potential impact from external objects, identify when the user is about to open the door, distinguish external objects as living or non-living objects, and/or gather other necessary information/attributes that can help to prevent an accident. The above-mentioned sensors would continuously transmit all information to the vehicle’s computer/processor, which would then process the data and send signals to activate or deactivate an automated stopping device. Any type of sensor that gathers information and helps to prevent accidents is possible in a vehicle. This invention falls within the scope of ordinary skill. Notice: The sensors mentioned above can be placed either internally or externally. However, an ordinary skill in the arts would recognize that they still function in these situations even if they are hidden behind metal or other objects.

“Note: A sensor that distinguishes between living and non-living external objects would continuously guide (provide data) the proactive vehicle door system so that, when both living or nonliving objects are at risk of an accident with the vehicle’s doors, the living objects will be given preference. However, non-living objects will not be affected by any accidents.

The sensors will notify the vehicle computer to send a stop message to its vehicle door unit if the vehicle’s door is being opened to close to an object. An automated hook mechanism can be used to prevent the vehicle door from opening further. It inserts its hooks in the designated hole and then opens the door. A piston can also be used as a stopper to prevent the vehicle door opening further. Similarly, hydraulic cylinders, automated hinge pin door stop, metal rod door stopper, torsion spring, gears in doors, motor, etc. You can also use them to prevent the vehicle door opening further. Anybody with ordinary skill in the arts would know that the above examples are not sufficient to prevent the vehicle doors from opening further. However, any other mechanism that can be used to keep the vehicle doors from opening further would also be acceptable. This would fall within the scope of the invention.

“This invention also includes lasers that would be installed on different parts of the vehicle. These would monitor the surrounding environment and report data to the vehicle’s computer when objects are detected. These lasers can be placed in the front, back or sides of the vehicle. They can also provide data to the vehicle’s computer when external objects have been identified.

“As part this invention, there would be an object detection software module inside the vehicle computer. This would use one or more cameras to capture the surrounding image outside the vehicle and continuously try to detect objects that could potentially cause an accident involving the doors. These cameras can be placed anywhere in the vehicle, inside or out, as long as they are able to capture the surrounding images.

“Note: If a door is prevented from opening further in order to avoid an accident, a message will be displayed on the vehicle’s notification system (such as the dashboard or Heads up display or any other display/audio system) that the door is being closed. There may be an indicator, such as a light around the door handle or door support handle. This will show no problems initially but change to red when the door is closed to prevent any accidents. These indicators will indicate to the vehicle operator whether it is safe to open the door further or not. The indicator that the door is restricted from opening doesn’t have to be the red or green lights on the handles. It can also be any type of indicator that can signal to the operator that there is a danger of an accident. Note: Any type of accident in which one vehicle door strikes another vehicle or object can be considered an accident.

“Note: If an external object (for instance: another vehicle) is moved away from its original location, and no other objects are nearby, the sensor will immediately notify the vehicle computer to issue a?release? The vehicle door unit will be notified to send a message to the sensor. This would allow the door unit to be opened as necessary and not be restricted.

“A vehicle door will automatically stop opening further when it detects an object outside. However, the user(s) of the vehicle can still override this function and manually open the door further (this feature would be further described in the document as the manual overload function or manual override mechanism).

“For example, if another vehicle, traffic, or an individual is approaching the vehicle door from behind, or if they see them, the sensors will detect them and close the door. In these situations, however, a manual-override function could be useful. A vehicle user would activate it and then open the door slightly to indicate to externally present objects (note that objects with the ability to understand intent) that they want to get out of the vehicle.

“On the other side, the vehicle doors can have an additional feature that detects when someone is outside of the vehicle. The sensors in the exterior handle of the vehicle would detect this behavior and allow the vehicle to open. This is because the person outside is indicating that they want the door to open. This means that the vehicle owner would not need to activate the manual overload function. Notice: If the sensors detect nearby objects such as vehicles or walls, the door will still stop automatically after they reach the maximum limit to ensure that they don’t strike those objects. If the user still wishes to open the vehicle doors, the manual override function will be available.

“Note: A person of ordinary skill in art would know that the manual override function is available in many ways in a vehicle without departing from its spirit and scope. It wouldn’t be limited by the examples below. FIG. 7 shows an example of this. FIG. 7 shows an example of the manual override function. It can be represented by a central button on the dashboard 704, that when activated will no longer prevent any vehicle doors opening based upon sensor detection. A button or manual trigger on each door can also be used to activate or deactivate the manual override feature. FIG. 7: A small handle 702 can be placed right behind the vehicle handle. The user can place a few fingers on both the big and small handles, then pull on both to activate the manual overload function and open the vehicle doors further.

“Note: A manual override mechanism can be either a mechanical button or a software button. It may also include an optical sensor, magnetic switch, capacitive sensor, or any other type of sensor or switch that is capable of opening or closing circuits or sending out signals. Any type of manual override mechanism is possible, provided that the invention does not depart from its scope and spirit. The manual override can also be placed on the dashboard, in the steering wheel, integrated into the vehicle’s computer interface, placed in ceiling, built into vehicle door, behind handle of vehicle, etc. The manual override mechanism can be placed in any part of the vehicle by anyone with ordinary skill in art. This does not change the scope and spirit of the invention.

“Note: If one or more sensors are unable to detect an external object properly, or if a sensor doesn’t work, it will notify the user in advance. This could be displayed on the vehicle’s notification system, such as the dashboard or Heads up display or any other audio/visual system, that the door sensor is not working properly. The door would then be prevented from opening because of the problem. The notification that the sensor is not working could be displayed anywhere on the vehicle, provided it is clearly visible to vehicle users. This would be in accordance with the spirit and scope the invention. You can also have an indicator, such as a blinking red light around the door handle or door support handle or a sentence “Sensor is not working”. The yellow indicator ‘Sensor unable to detect objects’ is placed near the door handle and door support handles. This will indicate that the door won’t be opened automatically due to the sensor problem. Any or all of these features will indicate to the vehicle operator that the door is no longer using sensors for external object detection. They should be cautious when opening the door. A person with an ordinary level of skill in the art will recognize that the indicator that the sensor isn?t working isn?t just on the door handles. It can also be anywhere else in the vehicle, as long as it can communicate to the operator that the object detection sensor isn?t working.

“It should be understood that the present invention is compatible with any number of sensors, whether they are incorporated or attached to the vehicle’s internal or external parts, which can detect objects that could hit the vehicle door. It should also be understood that the vehicle can present either one central notification or multiple notifications when external objects are detected by sensors. This would fall within the spirit of the invention.

“Another embodiment of the invention is that a proactive vehicle-door system will notify the vehicle occupant if it detects the possibility of a vehicle-related accident. This would be within the spirit and scope the invention. This alert could be flashing, colored, voice notification or text notification. A person with ordinary skills in the art will recognize that this alert can take any form, as long as it alerts the vehicle occupant about a potential accident. Additionally, such alerts can be placed anywhere on the vehicle. Alerts can be found on the interior of the vehicle, trim of vehicle doors, border of vehicle handle unit, glass window of vehicle doors, smart glass panel or display mounted to vehicle doors, HUD display, trim on door mirrors, side compartment, sunvisor, dashboard display screen and dashboard notification system.

“The invention described in this specification may also be called a system or self-stopping vehicle door, proactive vehicle doors and self-stopping proactive vehicles doors. It can also be called vehicle safety apparatus, vehicle safety system, door safety mechanism, vehicle safety system, vehicle safety mechanism, or proactive vehicle entrances to prevent accidents. You can control the system by giving it instructions. The system can be controlled by the user using commands, instructions or directions. You can use buttons, turn knobs, move sliders, touch the touch-sensitive screen, double tap, drag, pinch, slide, or any other gestures to interact with the system. Any user action can be used to interact the proactive vehicle door system. This is something that anyone with ordinary skills in the art could recognize.

“Note: The invention also includes an artificial intelligence module within the proactive vehicle doors system. If the vehicle user/users tend to open the vehicle doors frequently without looking around, and the safety mechanism is often activated, the system learns from these regular actions and can then notify the user or the users to prevent them from making the same mistakes again. The artificial intelligence system will alert the user if they open the vehicle door improperly, even if the vehicle is parallel parked. Artificial intelligence system in self-driving autonomous cars would not only alert the user but also save the incident in the vehicle’s memory. This would allow the autonomous vehicle to use the information in the future to avoid any vehicle door related accidents. Artificial intelligence system will also alert users when vehicles have automatically open doors. This would allow the vehicle’s computer to use the information in the future to avoid any vehicle-related accidents.

“Note: The proactive vehicle door system’s artificial intelligence module would be integrated with the overall vehicle’s artificial intelligence module. Both systems would collaborate and prevent accidents. Example: If the vehicle’s overall AI module detects that it has been left parked in an unmarked parking lot, it will immediately transmit that information to the proactive vehicle door module. This module would then inform users about the possibility of an accident and activate a heightened alert/watch to prevent any accidents related to vehicle doors. The proactive vehicle door system’s artificial intelligence module would be able to activate additional sensors and cameras within the vehicle in order to further aid with the heightened alert/watch function.

“Note: The artificial intelligence module could also include a photo/video camera that captures the user’s actions when they open the vehicle doors and stores them on the computer’s memory. The audio visual component 902 would allow the user to view those photos/videos and make notes to avoid future accidents. Notably, the feature would allow users to upload photos/videos manually or automatically to an online location. This artificial intelligence module also includes a software module that can identify and remember the users inside the vehicle. The module will recognize and make suggestions based upon previous actions regarding the opening of the vehicle doors. The proactive vehicle door system’s artificial intelligence module would gather and analyze data to provide proactive suggestions, or take necessary actions to prevent future accidents.

“Note: If vehicle owners do not want to receive proactive suggestions to avoid accidents related to vehicle doors, there would be an option to disable the artificial intelligence module.”

“As shown at FIG. 8 shows that there is a switch to turn on/off 802, i.e. You can activate or disable the proactive vehicle door system on individual doors as well as for all vehicles doors. This mechanism can be used to turn on/off the proactive vehicle door system. You can activate/deactivate your proactive vehicle door system in many ways. These include a mechanical button, software button, an optical sensor and a magnetic switch. This switch can also be used to activate/deactivate the proactive door system anywhere on the vehicle. It can be placed on the dashboard, the steering wheel, integrated into the vehicle’s computer interface, placed in ceiling, built into vehicle door as a button/switch or behind the door handle as small handle/button, and included at the back on the headrest. The present invention is not limited in scope and spirit.

The switch on/off function of the proactive vehicle system could be represented by a central button on the dashboard. This button, when activated (turned on), would prevent any vehicle doors opening further and alert the vehicle occupants, external users, etc, when there is the possibility of hitting external objects. However, if the switch on/off feature for the proactive vehicle door system has been turned off, it will not prevent any vehicle doors from opening further or alert the vehicle owners internally or external users, even if there is a possibility of hitting external objects. Any ordinary person skilled in the art will recognize that the button on the dashboard is not the only way to activate/deactivate the proactive door system. Other methods and methods can be used to activate/deactivate it without departing from its spirit and scope.

“Another example is being able switch on/off (i.e. “Another way to activate or deactivate a proactive vehicle system is by having a button on each door or a manual trigger that allows the door user to activate or disable the system for that particular door. Any ordinary person skilled in the art will recognize that the button or manual trigger for activating or disactivating the proactive vehicle doors system is not the only way to do it. Other methods and ways to activate or disable the system are also possible without departing from its spirit and scope.

“According to an embodiment, the switch on/off 802 feature (i.e. The feature to activate or deactivate a proactive vehicle door system according to an embodiment of the present invention can be further enhanced so that the user can press the switch on/off 802 and select?off? After quickly removing their finger, the proactive vehicle system will temporarily disable for a period of time. The duration of this deactivation would be pre-set in the system (for instance, 15 minutes). This can be particularly useful in situations where users have indicated an intention to open the doors (e.g., turn off ignition, buckle seat belt, etc.). However, the user didn’t really want to open the doors immediately but wanted to stay in the car for a while. The vehicle user would have access to a GUI interface to modify the preset activate duration associated with switch off 802 to another value, if they desire to change the default/preset value. The proactive vehicle door system may also have a feature that allows the user to change the default/preset value by pressing the switch on/off 802 to “off”. If the user presses the switch on/off 802 to?off? for a few seconds, then the proactive vehicle doors system will completely deactivate. The user can activate it manually by pressing the switch ON/OFF to?on? You can do it again later.

“An embodiment of the invention would provide another feature to the user in the form GUI (graphical user interface), or manual buttons/switches. This would enable the user to switch on or off specific functions of the proactive vehicle doors system, but not all. A user could turn off the external alerts for the proactive vehicle doors system. However, they would still get the internal alerts and prevent their vehicle from opening in the event of a vehicle-related accident. Another example is that a user could turn off the external alerts from the proactive vehicle system, but they would still receive the internal alerts from the proactive vehicle system.

“Note: In the event that a vehicle is involved in an accident, which can occur in any part of the car, the vehicle computer will transmit the information to the proactive feature. This would prevent the vehicle’s door from opening further to avoid hitting any external objects. This automatic deactivating feature allows the user to get out of their vehicle immediately after an accident.

“Note: An additional water sensor would also be installed in the vehicle. This would detect if the vehicle is partially or fully submerged in liquid. In such cases, the proactive feature described herein about the vehicle’s automatic shutting down of its doors to prevent it from hitting any external objects, would be deactivated immediately. This automatic deactivating feature will allow users to instantly get out of the vehicle even if it is submerged in water.

“This invention allows a user to operate any manual features by using voice commands. A voice command could be used to activate or disable the manual override function on the proactive vehicle doors system. A voice command could also be used to activate or disable the whole proactive vehicle door system, or individual vehicle doors. Any mechanically controlled feature described in this invention could be replaced by a single or a series of voice commands, without departing from its spirit and scope.

“As shown at FIG. 10. The power supply for any component/features of proactive vehicle doors system (for example, to stop/or let out the vehicle doors 1010 or audio visual notification systems associated with the proactive vehicles doors 1012), activate/deactivate manual overload function of proactive vehicle doors system, and any other functions such as the display screen/s, camera/s and notification system related to artificial intelligence, etc.) would come from the vehicle’s power system which mainly consists of the vehicle’s alternator 1002, voltage regulator 1006, a rechargeable battery 1014 and the wiring and harness.

The vehicle’s alternator 1002 will provide the power needed to operate any of the components/features of its proactive vehicle door system. If the alternator 1002’s capacity is exceeded, the vehicle’s 1004 battery would provide the power needed for any of the components/features in the proactive vehicle doors system. The vehicle’s battery 1004 would then be used to power any features or components of the proactive vehicle doors system.

“If the vehicle’s engine doesn’t start, the vehicle’s 1004 battery would provide the power needed to operate any of the components/features in the proactive vehicle doors system. The vehicle’s 1004 battery would then be used to power the components/features in the proactive vehicle doors system. This would be indicated to the driver using an audio/visual notification system. If the vehicle’s 1004 battery is nearing its end, or if it has reached its maximum capacity, then the proactive vehicle door system will use its built-in rechargeable battery 1014. If the vehicle’s battery 1004 is about to run out, i.e.. The user would be notified via audio/visual that the battery 1014 in the proactive vehicle doors is being used to power any features or components of the system.

“According to an embodiment, power supplied to the proactive vehicle doors system would pass through the voltage regulation 1006 to regulate the voltage. A battery fuse 1008 would be installed to protect against current passing through. Note: Any other mechanism to regulate the current or voltage that passes through the vehicle to prevent or release them from being activated or stopped is within the scope of the invention. In one embodiment of the invention, the wiring connecting the alternator to the battery would run parallel to the sides of an engine. Then, from the available space/hole, it would cross over to the vehicle doors. This would be extended further to the dashboard. The wiring associated with the alternator and battery would be extended to the rear doors in a similar fashion. Note: There are many ways to connect the alternator and battery to the components and features of the proactive vehicle doors system. This is within the spirit and scope of the invention.

“Accordingly to one embodiment of the invention, wiring from the vehicle?s alternator 1002 and the battery 1004 may also be extended to HUD system interfaced with proactive vehicle door system in order to display vehicle related notifications to user.”

“Note: It should be understood that there are many ways to power any component/features of the proactive car door system, including wireless charging, and that this is all within the spirit and scope of the invention.”

“One of ordinary skill in art would know that any method or system for attaching, attaching, mounting or mounting the self-stopping device on vehicle doors can be used without departing form the spirit and scope the present invention.”

“A proactive vehicle door system, according to one embodiment of the invention, would be capable of detecting the user’s intent to open the vehicle doors. This would be within the scope and spirit of the invention. The present invention is not limited in scope and spirit. It can be used in a variety of ways to identify the intent of the user to open the door. A touch sensor can be placed behind the vehicle’s door handle. This sensor would detect the user touching the handle and send the information to the vehicle computer. The vehicle computer would then communicate to the proactive vehicle doors system that the door is open. A second example is when the driver pushes a button or switches, or presses the door open option on the display screen. Or using voice commands or a mobile application, the driver can indicate to the automated vehicle that the door is open. This information would be sent to the vehicle computer which would then communicate to the proactive vehicle doors system that the door is open.

“Another example is a sensor that detects when the user unbuckles their seat belt. This information would be sent to the vehicle computer immediately, which would then communicate to the proactive vehicle doors system that the vehicle’s door is about open. Another example is that if the user switches off the ignition, the sensor will send the information immediately to the vehicle computer. This would then communicate to the proactive vehicle doors system that the door may be opening.

“Another example is that a user could make a series or combination user actions like turn off ignition then unbuckle belt or turn off ignition then unbuckle belt. This would indicate that the potential exists for the user’s vehicle door to be opened. This information would be transmitted to the vehicle computer. The proactive vehicle door system would then receive the information. A person with ordinary skill in the arts would know that the sequence of actions or combinations of actions can either be pre-set by the manufacturer of the vehicle or a user could set their own sequence of actions. This would inform the vehicle about their intention to open the door.

“In the case of self-driving cars, the vehicle door is not opened. However, if the self driving vehicle is about to open it, the computer will communicate that information to the vehicle computer. If the self-driving car intends to open the doors, it will communicate this information to its vehicle computer. The vehicle computer would then communicate that information back to the proactive vehicle door system.

Once the intent to open the vehicle door has been identified, the proactive system will take one or more actions to prevent it from opening. It may also partially open the door or lock the door. The proactive vehicle door system is simple to use and can be used in any combination of the above actions without departing from its scope.

“According to one embodiment of the invention, once the vehicle user or automated vehicles indicate an intention to open the vehicle doors, one or more display screens can be activated inside the vehicle. These display screens would display the vehicle’s rear view using one or multiple cameras mounted on the vehicle. This display screen is part of the proactive vehicle doors system’s internal alarm mechanism. It displays the rear view of the vehicle to users, so that they can view or check out objects from behind. You can place the display screen anywhere on the vehicle so that it is visible to all users. Display screen can be mounted on the interior side panel of the door, near the dashboard, HUD display, vehicle dashboard, vehicle dashboard, rear passenger seat backrest, side glass windows, and other areas. The display screen can also be one or more, so each user can have their rear view on their side, or a common display screen that can be seen by all users. As long as the camera captures the vehicle’s rear view, it can be mounted anywhere on the vehicle. Cameras can be mounted on the roof, side mirror assemblies, bumpers, trunks, trunks, rear lights, rear windshield, and near rear windows. Another embodiment of the invention allows for the outline or highlighting on the screen of objects that could hit the vehicle’s door. This would allow users to quickly be notified of objects that could cause an accident. If it is dark outside, the display screen/screens may also show infrared images or night vision camera views. These infrared cameras and night vision cameras are compatible with regular cameras, provided they can capture the vehicle’s rear view.

The alternator would provide power to the display screens in an ignition situation. However, the alternator would not work when the ignition is off. The battery will allow the display screens to run for a predetermined time (e.g., up to 10 minutes), after which the rear view display screens will turn off. If the vehicle’s door is opened, closed and locked, the rear view display screens will turn off immediately. The rear view display screens will turn off if vehicle occupants lock the vehicle or leave it open.

“According to one embodiment of the invention, if a proactive vehicle doors system detects the possibility of a vehicle-related accident, it will notify the outside world that the vehicle door is about open. A person of ordinary skill in the arts would know that the proactive vehicle doors system does not prevent the vehicle door opening due to an accident. However, it can display an external alert to users. This would still be within the scope and spirit of the invention. This invention will have an external alarm mechanism, such as an indicator, notification or digital display. This would notify the outside/outside people as well as traffic and other objects nearby. This would alert the outside world, oncoming traffic or nearby objects that the vehicle door is about be opened. It could also prevent any accidents.

The proactive vehicle doors system will be able to identify the user’s intent to open the car door. This could include: holding the handle of the vehicle, turning off the ignition, unbuckling the seat belt, pressing the button or switch to open it, voice request to open it, asking on the mobile app, or any other action that indicates the user is about open the car door. The proactive vehicle door system will activate an external alert to notify other self-driving cars and users that the vehicle is about to open once the user intent is known.

“One or more people with ordinary skills in the art would know that external alerts can be placed anywhere on the vehicle. External alert could be a digital display in the rear windshield that displays an animated image of the vehicle and its opening door. Or, it can be a different type of alert externally. An external alert could also include flashing lights, or a combination of lights, on the rear windshield, trim of the door mirror, trunk, bumper, or vehicle door assembly. These lights should be visible to external users and other automated vehicles from behind. An ordinary person skilled in the art will recognize that an external alert could also be displayed on another component attached to the vehicle. This would be within the scope and spirit of the invention. An example of this is an external communication screen that could be attached to the vehicle’s top, particularly for self-driving autonomous cars. This can be used to notify external users and other self-driving vehicle about the vehicle’s imminent opening.

The external alert system/system can be implemented in many ways. One example is that the external alert system/system does not need to detect oncoming traffic or other nearby objects. It would activate whenever the vehicle door opens. The external alert system is enough to prevent many accidents with vehicle doors.

Another way to implement the external alarm mechanism/system is to make it dependent on sensors that detect oncoming traffic and nearby objects. The external alert mechanism/system will activate if the user opens the vehicle door at the time. This means that the external alert system/system would only activate when sensors detect an accident threat. It wouldn’t activate every time the vehicle door is opened. The present invention is open to all who have ordinary skill in the arts.

“Note: An external alert system/mechanic can present alerts in many ways. There are many options. For example, LED lights can be mounted on the vehicle to indicate that the door is about open. Or, a display screen can be placed at the rear and/or front of a vehicle to show text, images, and other information. Lights can also be located on the edges of the door that can be seen by oncoming traffic. These lights would light up when a door is about opening. An ordinary person with knowledge of the art would know that an external alert system/mechanic can present alerts in many other ways than the ones described above. This would be in accordance with the spirit and scope the present invention.

“Another example of an external alert is a highly reflective thin material like retroreflective sheets that can be glued or attached on the vehicle’s inner trim/edge. If the door has been opened in some way, the retroreflective sheetsing will shine and alert external users or automated cars coming from behind. This feature is especially useful at night, when it is dark. The retroreflecting sheeting would shine on the vehicle’s door and alert other automated vehicles or users.

“An embodiment of the invention provides connected vehicles that can communicate and interact with other objects, such as connected cars, connected bikes, connected parking garages or connected infrastructure. The proactive vehicle door system would be available in these connected vehicles. This is without departing from its spirit and scope. The connected vehicles can communicate data or information using a variety of methods, including radio signals, Wi Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and Wi-Fi. They will also be fully aware of the surrounding environment. The connected vehicle’s proactive vehicle door system will transmit information to any connected objects within its range when a vehicle user or their representatives indicate an intention to open the door. This would notify other connected objects and help prevent accidents related to the door. The external alert mechanism for the proactive vehicle door system is in the form data transmitted from the connected car to other connected objects. A person of ordinary skill in the arts would know that, instead of sending the intent to open the vehicle door to all connected objects, the connected car can identify and transmit this information to only those connected objects that are at risk of being involved in an accident with the connected vehicle’s doors. This would be within the scope of the invention.

Summary for “System, apparatus, and method to prevent vehicle door-related accidents”

“It is common for a vehicle door to be opened without paying attention to oncoming traffic. This could lead to an accident, if traffic from behind or front hits the vehicle door. If the vehicle door is opened without paying attention, it could lead to the user being hit by traffic.

“Aside from the above, it is also common for a vehicle owner to open their vehicle door and not pay attention to any external objects. This can lead to an accident. Let’s look at the parking lot to further illustrate this problem. Parking lots are a common place for vehicle doors to strike other vehicles as the user is trying to get into or out of their vehicle.

Overall, vehicle-related accidents are on the rise. They can cause damage and dents to the vehicle as well as other objects or vehicles. These accidents can also lead to increased insurance premiums and costs for repairs. Some people run away from accidents with other vehicles, hitting their vehicle doors, and not reporting them. This is known as hit-and-run. There is currently no indicator or internal alarm system on the vehicle notification system, or on the vehicle doors to alert vehicle door operators of an imminent accident. There is currently no external alert system (for example, a notification, notification, digital display or lights to external/outside persons, oncoming traffic, or other nearby objects) that will alert them to the danger of an accident. This could help prevent accidents. There is currently no artificial intelligence module that can monitor and analyze vehicle doors to provide proactive suggestions, or take necessary actions to prevent vehicle-related accidents.

However, these vehicle-related accidents can be avoided if vehicle doors are equipped with an external object identification system and proactive self-stopping/notification system. This would allow the doors to stop opening after a certain time when there is a danger of oncoming traffic hitting them or any other external objects hitting them. A vehicle notification system, and/or the doors themselves, could have an indicator that indicates when the door is safe to open. This would help prevent vehicle-related accidents. External alert mechanisms, such as an indicator, notification or digital display, lights, or indicators, can be installed on vehicles to alert other people, traffic, and objects. This would help prevent accidents. If an artificial intelligence module was attached to the vehicle doors, it would continuously gather, analyze, and provide proactive suggestions, or even take the necessary steps to prevent future accidents.

This apparatus, system, as well as method of preventing vehicle-related accidents, will detect oncoming traffic and/or other objects. If an occupant of the car or the processor of the vehicle shows an intention to open the door, it would either generate an alert for them or an external alert for outside users. It could also automatically close the door if there were any dangers to the door or its users. This invention includes an internal alert mechanism that alerts vehicle users about oncoming traffic and/or other nearby objects. This invention also includes an external alarm mechanism that would alert the outside world when the vehicle doors are about to open. This invention also includes a feature that prevents vehicle doors from opening when there is a possibility of door-related accident.

“This invention also includes an artificial intelligence module that would continuously gather data, analyze, provide proactive suggestions, or even take necessary steps to prevent vehicle door-related accidents.”

This solution detects oncoming traffic and/or other nearby objects as the vehicle door opens. It will also stop the door from opening further in the event of an accident that could involve the doors or their users. Oncoming traffic is anything that could cause damage to the vehicle’s doors, including cyclists, other vehicles, and people who are coming either from the front or behind. An external object could also cause damage to the vehicle’s door. Example: Another vehicle parked in a parking lot, building wall if vehicle is parked near building wall, road sign pole, water hydrant or road sign pillar/pole. This will prevent vehicle owners from being in danger and indirectly eliminate the fear that they may hit another object when opening their doors. Not only will this prevent accidents, but it will also help to remove the fear from vehicle users that they might hit another object while opening their doors. Once the intent is known, the proactive vehicle system will either prevent the doors from opening or allow partial opening. It may also alert external users, self-driving vehicles, and other drivers, that the vehicle door is about open.

“In the case of self-driving cars, the vehicle door must not be opened. However, if the self driving vehicle is about to open it, the computer will detect that and notify the vehicle computer. If the self-driving car intends to open the doors, it will communicate this information to the vehicle computer. This would prevent the doors from opening or lock them if necessary.

This invention will notify vehicle users via an indicator on the vehicle’s door or existing notification systems that the vehicle’s door is closed due to an accident. This indicator can be placed at any number of locations inside or outside the vehicle. As long as the vehicle occupant is able to see it, the indicator will also work.

“Even if the vehicle door is not restricted from opening, but there is still the possibility of a vehicle-related accident, this invention will still have an inner alert mechanism that will alert vehicle users about any external objects or oncoming traffic. This internal alert indicator is visible from any place on the vehicle.

“This invention also includes an external alarm mechanism. This could be used to alert people outside, oncoming traffic, or other objects nearby that the vehicle door is about open. It would also prevent accidents. This invention also includes an artificial intelligence module that will be embedded in the proactive vehicle doors system. The module would continuously collect and analyze data, i.e. It would learn from regular actions related to vehicle doors, such as incorrectly opening them at a certain time or place or following a specific sequence of actions, and then alert the user or users to prevent making the same mistakes again.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, a vehicle safety apparatus that includes: a safety mechanism for opening doors; a processor connected with the safety mechanism. It is designed to: collect data about the vehicle’s environment from a number of sensors or cameras embedded into the vehicle; identify objects in the vehicle’s environment that could pose a danger to vehicle safety; activate the safety mechanism to prevent an accident between the vehicle’s door and an object using one or more sensors.

“Accordingly to one embodiment of the invention, the vehicle safety apparatus consisting of the processor is configured to: deactivate a vehicle’s door safety mechanism when an object that was previously a potential danger to the vehicle’s environment is gone or is not a threat to the vehicle’s safety when a vehicle door is opened.

“According to one embodiment of the invention, the vehicle safety apparatus that indicates intent to open the doors of the vehicle can be described as a single user action or a combination thereof. This signals to the door safety system that the vehicle occupant is about to open its doors.”

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus that allows the driver to open the vehicle’s doors can be controlled by an autonomous, semi-autonomous, connected vehicle processor.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle’s door safety device wherein the processor is further configured can: Cause the door safety mechanism generate one or more internal alarms directed at an occupant of a vehicle when the probability of contact with an object exceeds or exceeds a predetermined threshold.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus that includes the processor can generate one or more external alarms directed at a person or object outside the vehicle.”

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus in which an object is located in the vehicle’s exterior environment is a connected object that communicates at least one to three information about the object to nearby connected objects to make them aware of it.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus for opening the vehicle’s door is connected to a vehicle that communicates information about the vehicle’s intent to open it or information about an object within the vehicle’s environment to nearby connected objects. External connected objects can include the object itself if it’s connected.”

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus that prevents the doors from opening when the likelihood of coming into contact with the object exceeds or exceeds a predetermined threshold.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, a vehicle safety apparatus that includes: a safety mechanism for opening doors; a processor connected with the safety mechanism. The processor is configured to: Receive sensor data about the vehicle’s environment from a plurality sensors embedded into the vehicle; identify an object in this vehicle’s environment that could pose a danger to contact; cause the safety mechanism to generate one to several internal alerts directed at an occupant; wherein one to more alerts can be either inside or outside of the vehicle so long as they can be seen by an occupant.

“Accordingly to one embodiment of the invention, the vehicle safety apparatus that opens the vehicle door when sensors embedded in the vehicle detect that the occupant intends to open it, generates one or several internal alerts to the occupant of vehicle when an object found in the vehicle’s exterior environment poses a potential danger to contact.”

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus that includes one or more internal alarms, including a visual indicator on the vehicle’s door, glass, mirror assembly, dashboard display screen, or HUD display, is a vehicle door safety device.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety apparatus that activates one or more internal alarms includes activation of display screens inside the vehicle that display rear view using one or multiple cameras mounted on the vehicle.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, a vehicle safety system includes: a vehicle; one or several sensors embedded in it; non-volatile storage comprising computer-readable instructions stored therein. The instructions cause the processor: to identify using one or two sensors when an occupant is about to open a vehicle’s door; and cause a safety mechanism to generate one to more external alerts directed at a person or object outside the vehicle when the driver of the vehicle displays an intent of opening the door.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety system that deactivates one or more external alarms when an occupant no longer displays an intent to open or close the doors of the vehicle or opens or closes them once or repeatedly until the safety mechanism is manually activated by the vehicle’s occupant again.”

“Accordingly to an embodiment, the vehicle safety system that allows the driver to open the vehicle’s doors can be controlled by an autonomous, connected, semi-autonomous, or automated vehicle processor.

“According to one embodiment of the invention, the vehicle safety system that opens the vehicle’s door to prevent vehicle-related accidents is a connected vehicle.

“Accordingly to one embodiment of the invention, the vehicle safety system also comprises: A highly reflective material that is glued to or attached to the vehicle’s inner trim or edge. The reflective material shines/illuminates and alerts external users or automated cars that the vehicle’s door is open.

“Accordingly to an embodiment, a method to ensure vehicle doors are safe. The method includes: collecting data about vehicle’s environment using a variety of sensors or cameras embedded in the vehicle; identifying objects in the vehicle’s environment that could pose a danger to vehicle doors; activating a safety device to prevent accidents involving vehicle doors and objects by using one or more sensors.

“The invention will use sensors that identify when the vehicle user is about open the door or identify external objects and oncoming traffic. It also provides a self-stopping feature to the vehicle doors that can help prevent accidents.”

While the illustrated system is intended to be used as an original, built-in device on a vehicle’s engine, it is possible to retrofit the system to existing vehicles.

“Note: The features mentioned above are only for exemplary purposes. However, technology will continue to advance and allow for additional options to improve the use of these self-stopping features on vehicle doors in order to prevent accidents.”

“All components of the system mentioned above would continue working/functioning even when the vehicle’s not turned on.” The vehicle’s rechargeable battery would power the system in this instance.

“One of ordinary skill in art would know that the invention is applicable to traditional vehicle doors, as well as semi-autonomous and connected vehicles. This invention does not depart from the spirit or scope of the invention. This means that the invention is applicable to all types of vehicles with doors or openings to allow for people to get out. All situations, regardless of whether the vehicle user opens or closes a door, or whether the software module opens or closes a door based on the driver’s input, or the instructions of an autonomous self-driving car, are valid and within the scope of the invention.

“The apparatus and method have or will be described in order to preserve grammatical fluidity, with functional explanations. However, the claims, except as expressly stated under 35 USC 112, must not be understood to be necessarily limited by the construction of “means?” “Means” or “steps?” Limitations, or?steps?, are to be given the full scope of meaning and equivalents of claims under the judicial doctrines of equivalents. In the case where claims are explicitly formulated under 35 USC 11, they are to be granted full statutory equivalents under35 USC 112. You can better understand the disclosure by looking at these drawings.

This apparatus, system, as well as method of preventing vehicle-related accidents, will detect oncoming traffic and/or other objects. If an occupant of the car or the processor of the vehicle shows an intention to open the door, it would either generate an alert for them or an external alert for outside users. It could also automatically close the door if there were any dangers to the door or its users. This invention includes an internal alert mechanism that alerts vehicle users about oncoming traffic and/or other nearby objects. This invention also includes an external alarm mechanism that would alert the outside world when the vehicle doors are about to open. This invention also includes a feature that prevents vehicle doors from opening when there is a possibility of door-related accident.

“This invention also includes an artificial intelligence module that would continuously gather data, analyze, provide proactive suggestions, or even take necessary steps to prevent vehicle door-related accidents.”

“As shown at FIG. 1-FIG. 1-FIG. You should note that oncoming traffic could be any vehicle, bicycle, person, or motorbike that can cause damage to the vehicle doors. Those that come from the front or back. An external object could also be any object that could cause damage to the vehicle’s door. Example: Another vehicle parked in a parking lot, building wall if vehicle is parked near building wall, road sign pole, water hydrant or road sign pillar/pole. This will prevent vehicle owners from being in danger of hitting another object or vehicle while opening their doors. Not only can the vehicle doors not be opened, but the user must indicate their intention to do so. This could include holding the handle of the vehicle, turning off the ignition, pressing the button to open it, voice request to unlock the door, voice request, text request to unlock the car door, and any sequence of actions that indicates that they intend to open them.

“In the case of self-driving cars, the vehicle door must not be opened. However, if the self driving vehicle is about to open it, the computer will detect that and notify the vehicle computer. If the self-driving car intends to open the doors, it will communicate this information to the vehicle computer. This would prevent the doors from opening or lock them if necessary.

A vehicle safety system that protects vehicle doors is provided according to one embodiment of the invention. It includes non-volatile storage for computer-readable instructions, multiple sensors embedded into the vehicle and a processor that receives sensor data about the vehicle’s environment. The processor can identify objects in the vehicle’s environment that could pose a danger to vehicle users; activate a door safety device that can generate an external alert or activate an internal alarm for vehicle users. If the processor determines that an object poses a risk to vehicle safety, Although the probability of the object coming into contact could range from 0-100% to 50%, it is preferred that the probability be at least 50%. But, anyone with ordinary skills will know that any probability can be used.”

“One of ordinary skill in art would know that the invention is applicable to traditional vehicle doors, as well as semi-autonomous and connected vehicles. This invention does not depart from the spirit or scope of the invention. This means that the invention is applicable to all types of vehicles with doors or openings to allow for people to get out. All situations, regardless of whether the vehicle user opens or closes a door, or whether the software module opens or closes a door based on the driver’s input, or the instructions of an autonomous self-driving car, are valid and within the scope of the invention.

“As shown at FIG. 5 This solution will notify vehicle users using an indicator 502 on the vehicle doors and/or existing notification systems 504 in vehicles that the vehicle’s door is being restricted from further opening due to an accident possibility.

“One with ordinary skill in art would recognize that it is similar to the indicator on the vehicle doors 502 and 503 as shown in FIG. 5. It can be found at any number of locations inside or outside the vehicle. This indicator could be found on trim of vehicle doors, glass windows of vehicle doors, smart glass panels or displays mounted on vehicle doors, interior sides of vehicle doors, HUD display, trim on door mirrors, side compartments of door mirrors, sun visor, dashboard screen, dashboard notification system and seat headrest.

“Another embodiment of the invention provides an internal alarm mechanism that will alert vehicle users of any external objects or oncoming traffic. This internal alert indicator is visible from any place on the vehicle. An alert indicator may be found on the interior of the vehicle, trim of vehicle doors, vehicle handle, border of vehicle handle unit, glass window of vehicle doors, smart glass panel or display mounted to vehicle doors, HUD display on vehicle mirrors, side of door mirror compartment, sunvisor, dashboard display screen and dashboard notification system, seat screen, and/or any other notification systems in vehicle.

“Also as shown in FIG. 6. This invention will also include an external alarm mechanism 602 (e.g., using an indicator, notification digital display, lights flashing lights or reflective material that alerts the outside/outside traffic that the vehicle’s door is about to open, which could also help prevent accidents.”

“In addition, FIG. This invention also includes an artificial intelligence module in the proactive vehicle doors system. The module would continuously gather and analyze data, i.e. It would learn from regular actions related to vehicle doors, such as incorrectly opening them at a certain time or place or following a specific sequence of actions, and then alert the user or users to avoid repeating the same mistakes, helping to prevent future accidents.

“Note: The solution for self-stopping vehicle doorways will work regardless of whether the vehicle has manually operated doors or self-opening automatic doors.

This solution consists of one or more sensors that are installed at each vehicle’s doors. These sensors would detect objects that could be hit by the door or objects that might come in contact with the door. One or more sensors can be installed at one or multiple locations on the vehicle like side mirror assembly and bumper, trunk, roof, etc. This sensor would detect anything behind the vehicle’s doors, such as a bike, other vehicle, or another vehicle. It would then transmit that information to the vehicle computer/processor. The proactive vehicle door system could take various actions, such as alerting the user to open the door or preventing it from opening. Additional sensors can be added to this solution to detect when the vehicle’s user is about opening the door. You can place one or more sensors in any part of your vehicle. The sensor can be mounted internally or externally on either the side mirror assembly or the vehicle’s door. It can also be attached to the vehicle’s external ceiling. The sensor or set of sensors mentioned above can be placed anywhere on the vehicle. This is provided that they detect potential objects that could cause an accident with the vehicle’s door. A person of ordinary skill in the arts would recognize that the sensors or sets of sensors can be placed in any vehicle, without violating the spirit or scope of the invention.

“Accordingly to one embodiment of the invention, sensors, radars, or image recognition software can be installed in the vehicle to identify specific objects from behind. If that object is identified, they will transmit that information to vehicle computer/processor which will then transmit the signals to the proactive vehicle door system to take steps to prevent any vehicle-related accident. The proactive vehicle door system would prevent an accident regardless of whether the object, such as a bicycle, is likely to strike the vehicle door. Even though objects from behind may not appear to have the chance of hitting the vehicle doors initially, it is possible for them to change their course at any time and cause an accident. To avoid accidents with specific objects, such as bicyclists on bicycles, the proactive vehicle doors system can identify those objects from behind and take appropriate actions. This is in accordance with the spirit and scope the invention. The vehicle manufacturer will either pre-select objects to monitor regardless of whether there is a possibility of a door accident. Or the vehicle user will be given a GUI (graphical user Interface) that allows them to update or add to the list. This would fall within the spirit and scope the present invention.

“Such sensors can be either single or a combination of one or more of photo-electric, optic, infrared, radar, sonic, electromagnetic, or any other type of sensors as long as they can do things such as detects the presence of external objects, identify type of external objects, identify shape and/or size of external objects, calculate distance between them and external objects, calculate angle between them and external objects, calculate speed/velocity of external objects coming towards them, calculate time of potential impact from external objects, identify when the user is about to open the door, distinguish external objects as living or non-living objects, and/or gather other necessary information/attributes that can help to prevent an accident. The above-mentioned sensors would continuously transmit all information to the vehicle’s computer/processor, which would then process the data and send signals to activate or deactivate an automated stopping device. Any type of sensor that gathers information and helps to prevent accidents is possible in a vehicle. This invention falls within the scope of ordinary skill. Notice: The sensors mentioned above can be placed either internally or externally. However, an ordinary skill in the arts would recognize that they still function in these situations even if they are hidden behind metal or other objects.

“Note: A sensor that distinguishes between living and non-living external objects would continuously guide (provide data) the proactive vehicle door system so that, when both living or nonliving objects are at risk of an accident with the vehicle’s doors, the living objects will be given preference. However, non-living objects will not be affected by any accidents.

The sensors will notify the vehicle computer to send a stop message to its vehicle door unit if the vehicle’s door is being opened to close to an object. An automated hook mechanism can be used to prevent the vehicle door from opening further. It inserts its hooks in the designated hole and then opens the door. A piston can also be used as a stopper to prevent the vehicle door opening further. Similarly, hydraulic cylinders, automated hinge pin door stop, metal rod door stopper, torsion spring, gears in doors, motor, etc. You can also use them to prevent the vehicle door opening further. Anybody with ordinary skill in the arts would know that the above examples are not sufficient to prevent the vehicle doors from opening further. However, any other mechanism that can be used to keep the vehicle doors from opening further would also be acceptable. This would fall within the scope of the invention.

“This invention also includes lasers that would be installed on different parts of the vehicle. These would monitor the surrounding environment and report data to the vehicle’s computer when objects are detected. These lasers can be placed in the front, back or sides of the vehicle. They can also provide data to the vehicle’s computer when external objects have been identified.

“As part this invention, there would be an object detection software module inside the vehicle computer. This would use one or more cameras to capture the surrounding image outside the vehicle and continuously try to detect objects that could potentially cause an accident involving the doors. These cameras can be placed anywhere in the vehicle, inside or out, as long as they are able to capture the surrounding images.

“Note: If a door is prevented from opening further in order to avoid an accident, a message will be displayed on the vehicle’s notification system (such as the dashboard or Heads up display or any other display/audio system) that the door is being closed. There may be an indicator, such as a light around the door handle or door support handle. This will show no problems initially but change to red when the door is closed to prevent any accidents. These indicators will indicate to the vehicle operator whether it is safe to open the door further or not. The indicator that the door is restricted from opening doesn’t have to be the red or green lights on the handles. It can also be any type of indicator that can signal to the operator that there is a danger of an accident. Note: Any type of accident in which one vehicle door strikes another vehicle or object can be considered an accident.

“Note: If an external object (for instance: another vehicle) is moved away from its original location, and no other objects are nearby, the sensor will immediately notify the vehicle computer to issue a?release? The vehicle door unit will be notified to send a message to the sensor. This would allow the door unit to be opened as necessary and not be restricted.

“A vehicle door will automatically stop opening further when it detects an object outside. However, the user(s) of the vehicle can still override this function and manually open the door further (this feature would be further described in the document as the manual overload function or manual override mechanism).

“For example, if another vehicle, traffic, or an individual is approaching the vehicle door from behind, or if they see them, the sensors will detect them and close the door. In these situations, however, a manual-override function could be useful. A vehicle user would activate it and then open the door slightly to indicate to externally present objects (note that objects with the ability to understand intent) that they want to get out of the vehicle.

“On the other side, the vehicle doors can have an additional feature that detects when someone is outside of the vehicle. The sensors in the exterior handle of the vehicle would detect this behavior and allow the vehicle to open. This is because the person outside is indicating that they want the door to open. This means that the vehicle owner would not need to activate the manual overload function. Notice: If the sensors detect nearby objects such as vehicles or walls, the door will still stop automatically after they reach the maximum limit to ensure that they don’t strike those objects. If the user still wishes to open the vehicle doors, the manual override function will be available.

“Note: A person of ordinary skill in art would know that the manual override function is available in many ways in a vehicle without departing from its spirit and scope. It wouldn’t be limited by the examples below. FIG. 7 shows an example of this. FIG. 7 shows an example of the manual override function. It can be represented by a central button on the dashboard 704, that when activated will no longer prevent any vehicle doors opening based upon sensor detection. A button or manual trigger on each door can also be used to activate or deactivate the manual override feature. FIG. 7: A small handle 702 can be placed right behind the vehicle handle. The user can place a few fingers on both the big and small handles, then pull on both to activate the manual overload function and open the vehicle doors further.

“Note: A manual override mechanism can be either a mechanical button or a software button. It may also include an optical sensor, magnetic switch, capacitive sensor, or any other type of sensor or switch that is capable of opening or closing circuits or sending out signals. Any type of manual override mechanism is possible, provided that the invention does not depart from its scope and spirit. The manual override can also be placed on the dashboard, in the steering wheel, integrated into the vehicle’s computer interface, placed in ceiling, built into vehicle door, behind handle of vehicle, etc. The manual override mechanism can be placed in any part of the vehicle by anyone with ordinary skill in art. This does not change the scope and spirit of the invention.

“Note: If one or more sensors are unable to detect an external object properly, or if a sensor doesn’t work, it will notify the user in advance. This could be displayed on the vehicle’s notification system, such as the dashboard or Heads up display or any other audio/visual system, that the door sensor is not working properly. The door would then be prevented from opening because of the problem. The notification that the sensor is not working could be displayed anywhere on the vehicle, provided it is clearly visible to vehicle users. This would be in accordance with the spirit and scope the invention. You can also have an indicator, such as a blinking red light around the door handle or door support handle or a sentence “Sensor is not working”. The yellow indicator ‘Sensor unable to detect objects’ is placed near the door handle and door support handles. This will indicate that the door won’t be opened automatically due to the sensor problem. Any or all of these features will indicate to the vehicle operator that the door is no longer using sensors for external object detection. They should be cautious when opening the door. A person with an ordinary level of skill in the art will recognize that the indicator that the sensor isn?t working isn?t just on the door handles. It can also be anywhere else in the vehicle, as long as it can communicate to the operator that the object detection sensor isn?t working.

“It should be understood that the present invention is compatible with any number of sensors, whether they are incorporated or attached to the vehicle’s internal or external parts, which can detect objects that could hit the vehicle door. It should also be understood that the vehicle can present either one central notification or multiple notifications when external objects are detected by sensors. This would fall within the spirit of the invention.

“Another embodiment of the invention is that a proactive vehicle-door system will notify the vehicle occupant if it detects the possibility of a vehicle-related accident. This would be within the spirit and scope the invention. This alert could be flashing, colored, voice notification or text notification. A person with ordinary skills in the art will recognize that this alert can take any form, as long as it alerts the vehicle occupant about a potential accident. Additionally, such alerts can be placed anywhere on the vehicle. Alerts can be found on the interior of the vehicle, trim of vehicle doors, border of vehicle handle unit, glass window of vehicle doors, smart glass panel or display mounted to vehicle doors, HUD display, trim on door mirrors, side compartment, sunvisor, dashboard display screen and dashboard notification system.

“The invention described in this specification may also be called a system or self-stopping vehicle door, proactive vehicle doors and self-stopping proactive vehicles doors. It can also be called vehicle safety apparatus, vehicle safety system, door safety mechanism, vehicle safety system, vehicle safety mechanism, or proactive vehicle entrances to prevent accidents. You can control the system by giving it instructions. The system can be controlled by the user using commands, instructions or directions. You can use buttons, turn knobs, move sliders, touch the touch-sensitive screen, double tap, drag, pinch, slide, or any other gestures to interact with the system. Any user action can be used to interact the proactive vehicle door system. This is something that anyone with ordinary skills in the art could recognize.

“Note: The invention also includes an artificial intelligence module within the proactive vehicle doors system. If the vehicle user/users tend to open the vehicle doors frequently without looking around, and the safety mechanism is often activated, the system learns from these regular actions and can then notify the user or the users to prevent them from making the same mistakes again. The artificial intelligence system will alert the user if they open the vehicle door improperly, even if the vehicle is parallel parked. Artificial intelligence system in self-driving autonomous cars would not only alert the user but also save the incident in the vehicle’s memory. This would allow the autonomous vehicle to use the information in the future to avoid any vehicle door related accidents. Artificial intelligence system will also alert users when vehicles have automatically open doors. This would allow the vehicle’s computer to use the information in the future to avoid any vehicle-related accidents.

“Note: The proactive vehicle door system’s artificial intelligence module would be integrated with the overall vehicle’s artificial intelligence module. Both systems would collaborate and prevent accidents. Example: If the vehicle’s overall AI module detects that it has been left parked in an unmarked parking lot, it will immediately transmit that information to the proactive vehicle door module. This module would then inform users about the possibility of an accident and activate a heightened alert/watch to prevent any accidents related to vehicle doors. The proactive vehicle door system’s artificial intelligence module would be able to activate additional sensors and cameras within the vehicle in order to further aid with the heightened alert/watch function.

“Note: The artificial intelligence module could also include a photo/video camera that captures the user’s actions when they open the vehicle doors and stores them on the computer’s memory. The audio visual component 902 would allow the user to view those photos/videos and make notes to avoid future accidents. Notably, the feature would allow users to upload photos/videos manually or automatically to an online location. This artificial intelligence module also includes a software module that can identify and remember the users inside the vehicle. The module will recognize and make suggestions based upon previous actions regarding the opening of the vehicle doors. The proactive vehicle door system’s artificial intelligence module would gather and analyze data to provide proactive suggestions, or take necessary actions to prevent future accidents.

“Note: If vehicle owners do not want to receive proactive suggestions to avoid accidents related to vehicle doors, there would be an option to disable the artificial intelligence module.”

“As shown at FIG. 8 shows that there is a switch to turn on/off 802, i.e. You can activate or disable the proactive vehicle door system on individual doors as well as for all vehicles doors. This mechanism can be used to turn on/off the proactive vehicle door system. You can activate/deactivate your proactive vehicle door system in many ways. These include a mechanical button, software button, an optical sensor and a magnetic switch. This switch can also be used to activate/deactivate the proactive door system anywhere on the vehicle. It can be placed on the dashboard, the steering wheel, integrated into the vehicle’s computer interface, placed in ceiling, built into vehicle door as a button/switch or behind the door handle as small handle/button, and included at the back on the headrest. The present invention is not limited in scope and spirit.

The switch on/off function of the proactive vehicle system could be represented by a central button on the dashboard. This button, when activated (turned on), would prevent any vehicle doors opening further and alert the vehicle occupants, external users, etc, when there is the possibility of hitting external objects. However, if the switch on/off feature for the proactive vehicle door system has been turned off, it will not prevent any vehicle doors from opening further or alert the vehicle owners internally or external users, even if there is a possibility of hitting external objects. Any ordinary person skilled in the art will recognize that the button on the dashboard is not the only way to activate/deactivate the proactive door system. Other methods and methods can be used to activate/deactivate it without departing from its spirit and scope.

“Another example is being able switch on/off (i.e. “Another way to activate or deactivate a proactive vehicle system is by having a button on each door or a manual trigger that allows the door user to activate or disable the system for that particular door. Any ordinary person skilled in the art will recognize that the button or manual trigger for activating or disactivating the proactive vehicle doors system is not the only way to do it. Other methods and ways to activate or disable the system are also possible without departing from its spirit and scope.

“According to an embodiment, the switch on/off 802 feature (i.e. The feature to activate or deactivate a proactive vehicle door system according to an embodiment of the present invention can be further enhanced so that the user can press the switch on/off 802 and select?off? After quickly removing their finger, the proactive vehicle system will temporarily disable for a period of time. The duration of this deactivation would be pre-set in the system (for instance, 15 minutes). This can be particularly useful in situations where users have indicated an intention to open the doors (e.g., turn off ignition, buckle seat belt, etc.). However, the user didn’t really want to open the doors immediately but wanted to stay in the car for a while. The vehicle user would have access to a GUI interface to modify the preset activate duration associated with switch off 802 to another value, if they desire to change the default/preset value. The proactive vehicle door system may also have a feature that allows the user to change the default/preset value by pressing the switch on/off 802 to “off”. If the user presses the switch on/off 802 to?off? for a few seconds, then the proactive vehicle doors system will completely deactivate. The user can activate it manually by pressing the switch ON/OFF to?on? You can do it again later.

“An embodiment of the invention would provide another feature to the user in the form GUI (graphical user interface), or manual buttons/switches. This would enable the user to switch on or off specific functions of the proactive vehicle doors system, but not all. A user could turn off the external alerts for the proactive vehicle doors system. However, they would still get the internal alerts and prevent their vehicle from opening in the event of a vehicle-related accident. Another example is that a user could turn off the external alerts from the proactive vehicle system, but they would still receive the internal alerts from the proactive vehicle system.

“Note: In the event that a vehicle is involved in an accident, which can occur in any part of the car, the vehicle computer will transmit the information to the proactive feature. This would prevent the vehicle’s door from opening further to avoid hitting any external objects. This automatic deactivating feature allows the user to get out of their vehicle immediately after an accident.

“Note: An additional water sensor would also be installed in the vehicle. This would detect if the vehicle is partially or fully submerged in liquid. In such cases, the proactive feature described herein about the vehicle’s automatic shutting down of its doors to prevent it from hitting any external objects, would be deactivated immediately. This automatic deactivating feature will allow users to instantly get out of the vehicle even if it is submerged in water.

“This invention allows a user to operate any manual features by using voice commands. A voice command could be used to activate or disable the manual override function on the proactive vehicle doors system. A voice command could also be used to activate or disable the whole proactive vehicle door system, or individual vehicle doors. Any mechanically controlled feature described in this invention could be replaced by a single or a series of voice commands, without departing from its spirit and scope.

“As shown at FIG. 10. The power supply for any component/features of proactive vehicle doors system (for example, to stop/or let out the vehicle doors 1010 or audio visual notification systems associated with the proactive vehicles doors 1012), activate/deactivate manual overload function of proactive vehicle doors system, and any other functions such as the display screen/s, camera/s and notification system related to artificial intelligence, etc.) would come from the vehicle’s power system which mainly consists of the vehicle’s alternator 1002, voltage regulator 1006, a rechargeable battery 1014 and the wiring and harness.

The vehicle’s alternator 1002 will provide the power needed to operate any of the components/features of its proactive vehicle door system. If the alternator 1002’s capacity is exceeded, the vehicle’s 1004 battery would provide the power needed for any of the components/features in the proactive vehicle doors system. The vehicle’s battery 1004 would then be used to power any features or components of the proactive vehicle doors system.

“If the vehicle’s engine doesn’t start, the vehicle’s 1004 battery would provide the power needed to operate any of the components/features in the proactive vehicle doors system. The vehicle’s 1004 battery would then be used to power the components/features in the proactive vehicle doors system. This would be indicated to the driver using an audio/visual notification system. If the vehicle’s 1004 battery is nearing its end, or if it has reached its maximum capacity, then the proactive vehicle door system will use its built-in rechargeable battery 1014. If the vehicle’s battery 1004 is about to run out, i.e.. The user would be notified via audio/visual that the battery 1014 in the proactive vehicle doors is being used to power any features or components of the system.

“According to an embodiment, power supplied to the proactive vehicle doors system would pass through the voltage regulation 1006 to regulate the voltage. A battery fuse 1008 would be installed to protect against current passing through. Note: Any other mechanism to regulate the current or voltage that passes through the vehicle to prevent or release them from being activated or stopped is within the scope of the invention. In one embodiment of the invention, the wiring connecting the alternator to the battery would run parallel to the sides of an engine. Then, from the available space/hole, it would cross over to the vehicle doors. This would be extended further to the dashboard. The wiring associated with the alternator and battery would be extended to the rear doors in a similar fashion. Note: There are many ways to connect the alternator and battery to the components and features of the proactive vehicle doors system. This is within the spirit and scope of the invention.

“Accordingly to one embodiment of the invention, wiring from the vehicle?s alternator 1002 and the battery 1004 may also be extended to HUD system interfaced with proactive vehicle door system in order to display vehicle related notifications to user.”

“Note: It should be understood that there are many ways to power any component/features of the proactive car door system, including wireless charging, and that this is all within the spirit and scope of the invention.”

“One of ordinary skill in art would know that any method or system for attaching, attaching, mounting or mounting the self-stopping device on vehicle doors can be used without departing form the spirit and scope the present invention.”

“A proactive vehicle door system, according to one embodiment of the invention, would be capable of detecting the user’s intent to open the vehicle doors. This would be within the scope and spirit of the invention. The present invention is not limited in scope and spirit. It can be used in a variety of ways to identify the intent of the user to open the door. A touch sensor can be placed behind the vehicle’s door handle. This sensor would detect the user touching the handle and send the information to the vehicle computer. The vehicle computer would then communicate to the proactive vehicle doors system that the door is open. A second example is when the driver pushes a button or switches, or presses the door open option on the display screen. Or using voice commands or a mobile application, the driver can indicate to the automated vehicle that the door is open. This information would be sent to the vehicle computer which would then communicate to the proactive vehicle doors system that the door is open.

“Another example is a sensor that detects when the user unbuckles their seat belt. This information would be sent to the vehicle computer immediately, which would then communicate to the proactive vehicle doors system that the vehicle’s door is about open. Another example is that if the user switches off the ignition, the sensor will send the information immediately to the vehicle computer. This would then communicate to the proactive vehicle doors system that the door may be opening.

“Another example is that a user could make a series or combination user actions like turn off ignition then unbuckle belt or turn off ignition then unbuckle belt. This would indicate that the potential exists for the user’s vehicle door to be opened. This information would be transmitted to the vehicle computer. The proactive vehicle door system would then receive the information. A person with ordinary skill in the arts would know that the sequence of actions or combinations of actions can either be pre-set by the manufacturer of the vehicle or a user could set their own sequence of actions. This would inform the vehicle about their intention to open the door.

“In the case of self-driving cars, the vehicle door is not opened. However, if the self driving vehicle is about to open it, the computer will communicate that information to the vehicle computer. If the self-driving car intends to open the doors, it will communicate this information to its vehicle computer. The vehicle computer would then communicate that information back to the proactive vehicle door system.

Once the intent to open the vehicle door has been identified, the proactive system will take one or more actions to prevent it from opening. It may also partially open the door or lock the door. The proactive vehicle door system is simple to use and can be used in any combination of the above actions without departing from its scope.

“According to one embodiment of the invention, once the vehicle user or automated vehicles indicate an intention to open the vehicle doors, one or more display screens can be activated inside the vehicle. These display screens would display the vehicle’s rear view using one or multiple cameras mounted on the vehicle. This display screen is part of the proactive vehicle doors system’s internal alarm mechanism. It displays the rear view of the vehicle to users, so that they can view or check out objects from behind. You can place the display screen anywhere on the vehicle so that it is visible to all users. Display screen can be mounted on the interior side panel of the door, near the dashboard, HUD display, vehicle dashboard, vehicle dashboard, rear passenger seat backrest, side glass windows, and other areas. The display screen can also be one or more, so each user can have their rear view on their side, or a common display screen that can be seen by all users. As long as the camera captures the vehicle’s rear view, it can be mounted anywhere on the vehicle. Cameras can be mounted on the roof, side mirror assemblies, bumpers, trunks, trunks, rear lights, rear windshield, and near rear windows. Another embodiment of the invention allows for the outline or highlighting on the screen of objects that could hit the vehicle’s door. This would allow users to quickly be notified of objects that could cause an accident. If it is dark outside, the display screen/screens may also show infrared images or night vision camera views. These infrared cameras and night vision cameras are compatible with regular cameras, provided they can capture the vehicle’s rear view.

The alternator would provide power to the display screens in an ignition situation. However, the alternator would not work when the ignition is off. The battery will allow the display screens to run for a predetermined time (e.g., up to 10 minutes), after which the rear view display screens will turn off. If the vehicle’s door is opened, closed and locked, the rear view display screens will turn off immediately. The rear view display screens will turn off if vehicle occupants lock the vehicle or leave it open.

“According to one embodiment of the invention, if a proactive vehicle doors system detects the possibility of a vehicle-related accident, it will notify the outside world that the vehicle door is about open. A person of ordinary skill in the arts would know that the proactive vehicle doors system does not prevent the vehicle door opening due to an accident. However, it can display an external alert to users. This would still be within the scope and spirit of the invention. This invention will have an external alarm mechanism, such as an indicator, notification or digital display. This would notify the outside/outside people as well as traffic and other objects nearby. This would alert the outside world, oncoming traffic or nearby objects that the vehicle door is about be opened. It could also prevent any accidents.

The proactive vehicle doors system will be able to identify the user’s intent to open the car door. This could include: holding the handle of the vehicle, turning off the ignition, unbuckling the seat belt, pressing the button or switch to open it, voice request to open it, asking on the mobile app, or any other action that indicates the user is about open the car door. The proactive vehicle door system will activate an external alert to notify other self-driving cars and users that the vehicle is about to open once the user intent is known.

“One or more people with ordinary skills in the art would know that external alerts can be placed anywhere on the vehicle. External alert could be a digital display in the rear windshield that displays an animated image of the vehicle and its opening door. Or, it can be a different type of alert externally. An external alert could also include flashing lights, or a combination of lights, on the rear windshield, trim of the door mirror, trunk, bumper, or vehicle door assembly. These lights should be visible to external users and other automated vehicles from behind. An ordinary person skilled in the art will recognize that an external alert could also be displayed on another component attached to the vehicle. This would be within the scope and spirit of the invention. An example of this is an external communication screen that could be attached to the vehicle’s top, particularly for self-driving autonomous cars. This can be used to notify external users and other self-driving vehicle about the vehicle’s imminent opening.

The external alert system/system can be implemented in many ways. One example is that the external alert system/system does not need to detect oncoming traffic or other nearby objects. It would activate whenever the vehicle door opens. The external alert system is enough to prevent many accidents with vehicle doors.

Another way to implement the external alarm mechanism/system is to make it dependent on sensors that detect oncoming traffic and nearby objects. The external alert mechanism/system will activate if the user opens the vehicle door at the time. This means that the external alert system/system would only activate when sensors detect an accident threat. It wouldn’t activate every time the vehicle door is opened. The present invention is open to all who have ordinary skill in the arts.

“Note: An external alert system/mechanic can present alerts in many ways. There are many options. For example, LED lights can be mounted on the vehicle to indicate that the door is about open. Or, a display screen can be placed at the rear and/or front of a vehicle to show text, images, and other information. Lights can also be located on the edges of the door that can be seen by oncoming traffic. These lights would light up when a door is about opening. An ordinary person with knowledge of the art would know that an external alert system/mechanic can present alerts in many other ways than the ones described above. This would be in accordance with the spirit and scope the present invention.

“Another example of an external alert is a highly reflective thin material like retroreflective sheets that can be glued or attached on the vehicle’s inner trim/edge. If the door has been opened in some way, the retroreflective sheetsing will shine and alert external users or automated cars coming from behind. This feature is especially useful at night, when it is dark. The retroreflecting sheeting would shine on the vehicle’s door and alert other automated vehicles or users.

“An embodiment of the invention provides connected vehicles that can communicate and interact with other objects, such as connected cars, connected bikes, connected parking garages or connected infrastructure. The proactive vehicle door system would be available in these connected vehicles. This is without departing from its spirit and scope. The connected vehicles can communicate data or information using a variety of methods, including radio signals, Wi Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and Wi-Fi. They will also be fully aware of the surrounding environment. The connected vehicle’s proactive vehicle door system will transmit information to any connected objects within its range when a vehicle user or their representatives indicate an intention to open the door. This would notify other connected objects and help prevent accidents related to the door. The external alert mechanism for the proactive vehicle door system is in the form data transmitted from the connected car to other connected objects. A person of ordinary skill in the arts would know that, instead of sending the intent to open the vehicle door to all connected objects, the connected car can identify and transmit this information to only those connected objects that are at risk of being involved in an accident with the connected vehicle’s doors. This would be within the scope of the invention.

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  • Add keywords to your search. Keyword searches may turn up documents that are not well-categorized or have missed classifications during Step 2. For example, US patent examiners often supplement their classification searches with keyword searches. Think about the use of technical engineering terminology rather than everyday words.
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  • Search non-patent literature. Inventions can be made public in many non-patent publications. It is recommended that you search journals, books, websites, technical catalogs, conference proceedings, and other print and electronic publications.

To review your search, you can hire a registered patent attorney to assist. A preliminary search will help one better prepare to talk about their invention and other related inventions with a professional patent attorney. In addition, the attorney will not spend too much time or money on patenting basics.

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