Patent ID: 7607961
Filing Date: 2009-10-27
Classification: A63H

Abstract:
1. A remotely controlled vehicle comprising: a housing; a propulsion device provided on the housing for translating the vehicle; a receiver provided on the housing for receiving signals from a remote control and conveying the signals to the propulsion device; a controller in communication with one of the receiver and the remote control for controlling the propulsion of the vehicle; and an impact sensor provided on the housing in communication with the controller for sending a signal to the controller associated with an impact of the vehicle wherein the controller alters control of the propulsion device after receipt of the impact signal; wherein the controller alters the signals to the propulsion device to simulate operation of a vehicle requiring maintenance; wherein the propulsion device further comprises a motor for driving the vehicle, and control of the motor is altered by the controller after receipt of the impact signal; and wherein a maximum velocity of the vehicle is lessened by the controller after receipt of the impact signal.