In a press release on Oct. 15, Cyngn announced the official granting of a new patent, 12,039,867. This patent covers the company's innovative autonomous vehicle solutions. Since August 2023, Cyngn has been granted 11 additional patents, bringing the total US patents granted to 21. Patent 21 enhances Cyngn's autonomous vehicles' capability to make informed decisions regarding their surroundings.

This patent introduces a method to enhance the performance of autonomous vehicles in real-world environments. Autonomous vehicles use sensors to scan and interpret their surroundings, identifying nearby objects with precision. This method enables autonomous vehicles to not only detect these objects but also make informed decisions on interacting with them safely, such as navigating around slow-moving barriers, cyclists and blind spots near large vehicles.

Moreover, the patent outlines a system that integrates these specific driving rules with broader traffic regulations, ensuring that autonomous vehicles not only navigate safely but also comply with legal requirements on the road. By combining detailed object-specific rules with general traffic laws, this innovation aims to improve the overall safety and efficiency of autonomous driving technology.