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API Referencevecontrollercouplings

Kingpin Coupling

Controls the kingpin assembly on the trailer side of a fifth-wheel coupling. Manages the coupling interface that mates with the tractor's fifth wheel plate.

Controls the kingpin assembly on the trailer side of a fifth-wheel coupling. Manages the coupling interface that mates with the tractor's fifth wheel plate.


Public API

FunctionDescription
sendDataToVehicle(objId, controllerName, couplerTag)Sends the kingpin's world position back to a requesting tractor vehicle to assist in alignment and coupling.
setKingpinVisibility(key, visible)Toggles a visual marker at the kingpin location for the driver.

Hooks

HookDescription
init(jbeamData)Identifies the physical coupling node from JBeam.
module.reset(jbeamData)Resets the controller to its initial state.

See Also

  • Fifth Wheel — Tractor-side fifth wheel controller
  • Advanced Coupler Control — Automated coupling logic

Fifth Wheel Coupling

Controls the fifth wheel coupling mechanism on tractor units. Manages the locking jaw that secures the trailer kingpin, detecting connection state and providing lock/unlock functionality.

Control Management Unit (CMU)

The central hub for advanced driving dynamics. The CMU orchestrates all sensors, actuators, and supervisors that make up the vehicle's electronic stability and traction management systems. It initializes sub-controllers, manages calibration routines, and provides debug output via UDP.

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