# Motion-Controlled Vehicle Steering A New Ford Patent Showcases a New Form of Autonomous Driving By Justin Lam | Published 2018-10-09 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-patent References: [cnet](https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/ford-patent-self-driving-car-phone-steering/) & [carbuzz](https://carbuzz.com/news/ford-patents-video-game-steering-for-autonomous-cars) Motion controls are often used in video games to pilot vehicles but a new [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluecruise) patent shows that the iconic automotive company is looking to use the same technology to control [autonomous cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rivian-universal-handsfree). This new Ford patent is fairly straightforward but could prove to be a huge step forward in [autonomous vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-vehicle-innovation), especially for those afraid to give full control away to a machine. The Ford patent describes two ways this tech could work in a practical fashion. Firstly, the device could utilize an ersatz steering wheel. This system would detect a request to handoff driving from vehicle to person and will then sync the device to the vehicle. This system also detects a "base" position for the wheel, ensuring proper handling with a smartphone. The second mode uses the angle of the device to change the vehicle's steering angle. Image Credit: Ford ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Motion-controlled Vehicle Steering:** Use of motion control technology to pilot autonomous vehicles, providing a new form of user interaction. - **Autonomous Vehicle Handoff:** Development of systems that facilitate smooth transition between autonomous and human driving. - **Angle-based Steering Control:** Utilization of device angle to adjust the steering angle of a vehicle, enhancing driving experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Automakers can explore implementing motion-controlled steering in autonomous vehicles to enhance user experience and build consumer trust. - **Technology:** Tech companies can develop innovative motion control systems for autonomous vehicles, creating new possibilities for human-machine interaction. - **Gaming:** Gaming industry can leverage motion control technology from video games to design intuitive interfaces for controlling autonomous vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Game Controller Steering Wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afeela-sedan.md) - [Steering Wheel Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir-swift-drive.md) - [Steering Wheel-Free Autonomous Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innerspace.md) - [Rectangular Steering Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypersquare.md) - [AI-Powered Steering Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-steering-system.md) - [Adaptable Shapeshifting Steering Wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-steering-wheel.md) - [Game-Inspired Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inception-ev.md) - [Folding Ergonomic Steering Wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steering-wheel-concept.md) - [Automated Vehicle Maneuverability Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-drifting.md)