SISTEMA DE GESTÃO DE COMANDOS FUNCIONAIS EMBARCADOS EM VEÍCULOS AUTOMOTORES E CORRELATOS COM ARQUITETURA BASEADA EM SENSORES DE FORÇA APLICADOS NA OPERAÇÃO E INTERAÇÃO HOMEM / DISPOSITIVOS FUNCIONAIS, DISPOSITIVO FUNCIONAL RESULTANTE E SEU PROCESSO OPERACIONAL

Description

1 / 2 6 "A system for managing embedded functional commands in motor vehicles and related devices, with an architecture based on force sensors applied to the operation and interaction between humans and functional devices, the resulting functional device, and its operational process." TERMINOLOGY

[001] For the purpose of better understanding the subject matter disclosed and claimed in this patent of invention, the meaning of some terms and acronyms frequently cited in the body of the descriptive report is presented, where:

[002] - Motor vehicle: any self-propelled motor vehicle that moves by its own means, and that serves the road transport of people and goods, or for the road traction of vehicles used for the transport of people and goods. (www.anfavea.com.br / documentos / capitulo6seguranca.pdf) ;

[003] - System: for the purposes of this patent, it is defined as any organism formed by interconnected and interdependent parts. It is this breadth of the concept that makes the general theory of systems applicable to various areas of knowledge, which in this case concerns the operational management of functional commands embedded in motor vehicles. (https: / / www.significados.com.br / teoria-geral-dos-sistemas / ).

[004] In this context, the invention in the form of a system is framed within the definition of a product” in light of the normative instructions governing the drafting of industrial patent reports;

[005] - Device: for the purposes of this patent, it refers to the invention defined as a device with an HMI connection, which enables the activation of commands of Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 8 / 37 2 / 2 6 activation and / or interruption of embedded functionalities in automotive vehicles.

[006] In this context, the functional device is framed within the definition of “device” in light of normative instructions governing the drafting of industrial patent reports;

[007] - Operational process: for the present patent it deals with the invention related to the operational logic described by the interaction of the system and the functional devices when activated by the physical contact of a human finger with the functional device.

[008] For the purposes of the present invention, the operational process is framed within the definition of “process” in light of the normative instructions governing the drafting of industrial patent reports;

[009] - Command: for the purposes of this patent, it can be translated as the action of initiating or terminating a function embedded in motor vehicles;

[010] - Functions embedded in a motor vehicle: for the purposes of this patent, among a wide range of functions, which are not limited, the following may be cited as non-limiting examples: activation of hazard lights, activation of indicator lights, activation of fuel tank cap opening, activation of ventilation and air conditioning systems, activation of door window opening / closing, activation of trunk lid opening, activation of door opening, activation of rearview mirror adjustment, among others;

[011] - Unifunctional: can be understood as having a single function, for example, the button for opening the fuel tank cap of a motor vehicle;

[012] - Multifunctional: can be understood as many Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 9 / 37 3 / 2 6 functions, for example, in the case shown, a control panel of a motor vehicle;

[013] - HMI: acronym for Human-Machine Interface, for the present patent presents a concept understood as the interaction of a person, especially and preferably a finger of one of the hands used for contact and activation of a functional device embedded in a motor vehicle, for example, the act of contact with a button to activate a function, for example, the button to open the fuel tank cap;

[014] - Product Ergonomics: applied to product development, it is a technology that aims to create products that function well in human terms. Its focus is the user, and its main objective is to ensure the usability, safety, and ease of use of the product, which in the case of this patent is the invention in the form of devices for activating specific functions embedded in the motor vehicle, such as, for example, activation buttons, in particular non-physical buttons. (Source: CUSHMAN, WH & ROSENBERG, DJ 1991. Human factors in product design (Elsevier, Amsterdam;

[015] - Tactile switch: also known technically by the English term "tactile switch," it is a well-recognized type of electrical switch that, like its mechanical switch counterparts, connects or interrupts an electrical circuit. In the late 1980s, versions with metal domes incorporated into the design gained more widespread adoption thanks to their improved response, robust performance, and greater longevity. These changes gave us the tactile switches commonly used and seen today in a wide range of commercial and consumer applications. (Source: https: / / www.digikey.com.br / pt / articles / the-basicsof-tactile-switches); Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 10 / 37 4 / 2 6

[016] - Microcontroller: is a small computer (SoC) on a single integrated circuit which contains a processor core, memory and programmable input and output peripherals. The programming memory can be RAM, NOR flash or PROM which is often included on the chip. (Source: https: / / pt.wikipedia.org / wiki / Microcontrolador);

[017] - Capacitive electrical system: this is one where the presence of capacitors is detected along the path of the electric current. They can be found in devices such as computers, fluorescent lamps and so-called capacitor banks. (Source: https: / / blog.tecnogera.com.br);

[018] - Farad: international unit of capacitance;

[019] - Switches and buttons: these are mechanical contacts that aim to control the passage of current in a system using an external force. The following GIF demonstrates the operation of a simple contact. (Source: https: / / www.robocore.net / tutoriais / introducao-a-chaves-e-botoes).

[020] - Multimedia centers: these are devices that combine several functions into a single unit, usually installed on the car's dashboard. In addition to allowing audio and video playback, they may also include features such as GPS navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, and even support for rear-view cameras. (Source: https: / / www.carrosnovale.com.br / blog / melhor-central-multimidia / #google vignette).

[021] - Ergonomics of use: is the application of psychological and physiological principles to the engineering and design of products, processes and systems. Four main objectives are defined in learning human factors: reducing human error, increasing productivity and increasing safety, with system availability and comfort having a specific focus on the interaction between the human system and the system. Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 11 / 37 5 / 2 6 engineering.

[022] This patent relates primarily to safety conditions when driving a vehicle, where safety standards have been created so that vehicle users, notably the vehicle driver, are subjected to fewer risks in association with better comfort conditions during the act of driving. (Source: https: / / pt.wikipedia.org / wiki / Ergonomia);

[023] - Force sensor: also called a force transducer or load cell, its function is to measure the tensile and compressive forces applied to it. (Source: https: / / www.wika.com / pt-br / lp sensor de forca.WIKA).

[024] - Technological basis: can be understood as a common base of component parts that make up a device for actuating commands of embedded functions in motor vehicles, this in turn being the focus of the studies to understand the state of the art for the present invention patent;

[025] - Nonconformity: a concept widely disseminated in the area of ​​quality management on the factory floor, it can be understood as the occurrence of situations in which products, services, processes or practices do not meet pre-established standards or requirements. For the present invention, nonconformity is related to the occurrence of a defect in the product on the factory floor, notably in the assembly and finalization of actuation devices for functional controls embedded in motor vehicles. (Source: https: / / scopi.com.br / blog / nao-conformidade / )

[026] - Just in Time: also known by the acronym JIT, is a management technique that works with purchasing and production processes in a lean way and at the right time. Thus, it is possible to have assertive inventory control, more Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 12 / 37 6 / 2 6 efficiency at work and, above all, reducing costs and avoiding waste. (Source: https: / / www.sankhya.com.br / blog / o-que-e-just-intime / )

[027] - Man of the trade: is the technician in the subject who possesses normal and intermediate knowledge of the technique that will be the object of analysis, which for the purposes of the present invention is the professional who works in the automotive sector, with particular specialization in studies of ergonomics of the arrangement and use of devices that activate specific functionalities embedded in the motor vehicle, notably those positioned on its control panel and also on its access doors. (Source: CHAVANNE, Albert & BURST, Jean-Jacques, in their work Droit de La Propriété Industrielle. Paris: Dalloz, 1993, p. 53-55);

[028] - IPC: Acronym for International Patent Classification.

[029] The list of terms, technologies and technical concepts presented in this preliminary section should be appreciated for the correct understanding of the present invention, providing the necessary descriptive sufficiency to the body of this descriptive report, as well as being used as a reference for studies in comparative analyses, whether with hypothetical relevant solutions from the state of the art, that is, prior to the invention and not cited in this document, or for products of the same nature and the same international patent classification (IPC), disclosed and / or marketed by third parties other than the holder of this patent. DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[030] To complement the present description in order to obtain a better understanding of the state of the art, identification Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 13 / 37 7 / 2 6 of the problem to be solved and the distinctive characteristics of the present invention, accompanied by a set of drawings in the appendix:

[031] Figure 1a is an illustrative representation in generic drawing of a motor vehicle, which represents the technical field of the invention. (Source: https: / / br.pinterest.com / pin / 740631101192513486 / )

[032] Figure .1b is an illustrative representation in generic drawing of the interior of a motor vehicle, highlighting the range of devices for activating different functions, in the form of physical buttons and virtual buttons, (Source:https: / / www.nissan-global.com / JP / INNOVATION / DESIGN / LIBRARY / SKETCHBOOK / ASSETS / IMG / dl2112215.jpg);

[033] Figure .2a is an illustrative representation in the form of a photographic report of a segment of conventional controls of a motor vehicle, generally located on the front control panel, provided with a plurality of physical buttons, whose human / physical button interaction is carried out by physical contact that activates their respective functionalities by tactile switch technology. (Source: https: / / pt.pngtree.com / freebackground / car-panelbuttons-knob-modern-decor-photo 10766744.html);

[034] Figure .2b is an illustrative representation in the form of a photographic report of a conventional control segment of a motor vehicle, generally located on the inside of the doors, equipped with a plurality of physical buttons, whose human / physical button interaction is carried out by physical contact that activates their respective functionalities by tactile switch technology. (Source: https: / / pt.aliexpress.com);

[035] Figure 3 is an illustrative representation of the only way to present virtual buttons in design. Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 14 / 37 8 / 2 6 Which systems of function actuation devices, with embedded capacitive change detection technology, do not encounter restrictions, that is, this technology has operational effectiveness, notably of capacitive sensors, is limited to practically flat surfaces;

[036] Figure .4 is an illustrative representation of forms of presentation in virtual button design to which the systems of function actuation devices, with embedded capacitive change detection technology, are restricted, that is, this technology lacks operational effectiveness and therefore reliability, notably of capacitive sensors, as well as being restricted in light of the specification for the use of different materials;

[037] Figure .5 is an illustrative representation in the form of a block diagram of the parameterized architecture of the novel actuation system of a plurality of virtual buttons with operational management by at least one pair of force sensors, which can be applied to any constructive arrangement of function actuation devices, such as, for example, the devices illustrated in figures .2a, .2b and .2c respectively;

[038] Figure .6a is an illustrative representation in elevation view of a preferred embodiment of actuating a plurality of virtual buttons with operational management by at least one pair of force sensors, showing its components;

[039] Figure .6b is an illustrative representation in bottom view of a preferred embodiment of the actuation of a plurality of virtual buttons with operational management by at least one pair of force sensors, showing its components;

[040] Figure 6c is an illustrative representation in side view of a preferred embodiment of Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 15 / 37 9 / 2 6 activation of a plurality of virtual buttons with operational management by at least one pair of force sensors, highlighting their components;

[041] Figure 7 is a figurative illustrative representation of the relationship between the point of force application in a given functional device, its distance from the force sensors and the resulting force between them;

[042] Figure .8 illustrates the flexibility of application of the inventive system / device in the most varied types of control panel format, in addition to the conventional form (design) where function activation control devices are applied, it also illustrates the possibility of using the inventive functional system / device with operational effectiveness, i.e., with reliability, for alternative forms, more specifically the forms presented in figure .4;

[043] Figure .9a is an illustrative representation in the form of a photographic report of a segment of conventional controls of a motor vehicle, generally located on the front control panel, in the same configurational arrangement as the segment in Figure .2a of a conventional device, where the physical button system has been replaced by the inventive system, highlighting the alteration obtained by a surface of the function devices that follows the organically shaped surface of the control panel's surroundings;

[044] Figure 9b is an illustrative representation in the form of a photographic report of a segment of conventional controls of a motor vehicle, generally located on the inside of the doors, in the same configuration as the segment of Figure 2b of a conventional device, where the physical button system has been replaced by the inventive system, highlighting the alteration obtained by a Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 16 / 37 10 / 2 6 surface of the function devices that accompanies the organically shaped surface surrounding the control panel, eliminating recesses that were previously necessary to accommodate the fingertips, more specifically the nails when the individual uses long nails. TECHNICAL FIELD

[045] The present invention patent, whose title is above and which is the subject of description and claims in this document, deals with an inventive solution that finds significant benefit in the automotive sector, notably a motor vehicle (Ve), with particular utility for application to the activation controls of specific functions, embedded, for example, but not limited to, in the control panel (A), on the inner sides of the doors (B) see figure .1b, among other areas.

[046] As an example, the list of commands activated by physical buttons on the control panel is presented, see figure .2a and on the inner sides of the doors (B), see figure .2b. INVENTION DEMAND

[047] a. Introduction

[048] The applicant conceived the present invention based on her technical expertise, capitalized on years of practical experience in the development of products aimed at the automotive sector, converging in a privileged vision of the qualities and limitations identified by her.

[049] b. Demand for the invention

[050] The demand for the present invention is translated by the identification of the need for the design and implementation of improvements and even enhancements in the control panel. Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 17 / 37 11 / 2 6 (A), on the inner sides of the doors (B), see figure .1b among other areas where actuation devices for functional controls embedded in motor vehicles (Ve) are applied, where from a conventional model, as illustrated in figures .2a to .2d, widely recognized in the state of the art, the following list of needs was identified:

[051] b.1 From the point of view of embedded technology

[052] - Develop a system for managing functional commands embedded in motor vehicles and related equipment:

[053] - To present an alternative architecture to known systems based on tactile switches (and / or based on capacitance variation sensors, while maintaining functional and operational effectiveness; and

[054] - That provides an effective response for interaction with other auxiliary systems through network communication, for example.

[055] b.2 From an industrial point of view

[056] - Improve productivity in assembling the functional command management system with human / device interaction devices;

[057] - Eliminate the need for physical buttons to activate functional commands integrated into the management system.

[058] - Reduce the occurrence of non-compliance of functional devices protected by the functional control management system;

[059] - To mitigate dependence on raw material inputs in the manufacture of functional devices and linking elements with the functional command management system; and

[060] - To ensure the effective application of a just-in-time system in the supply of inputs and component parts that integrate the management system and corresponding devices. Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 18 / 37 12 / 2 6 functional.

[061] b.3 From the point of view of product design, functional control drive device

[062] - To provide greater flexibility in adapting to all sorts of surface reliefs that receive the functional devices, eliminating the current restriction of application on flat surfaces or with pronounced curvature;

[063] - Freedom in specifying the material for making functional devices; and

[064] - Absence of operational interference in functional devices resulting from the material specified in their manufacture.

[065] b.4 From the consumer's point of view

[066] - Considering the consumer, whether in the form of the vehicle manufacturer that acquires the system + device, or in the form of the end consumer, that is, the one who makes effective use of the product on a daily basis, to provide mandatory operational reliability, mitigating the occurrence of operational defects, guaranteeing an extensive useful life cycle of the system / device;

[067] - To win the purchase loyalty of the system / device from the consumer as a manufacturer of motor vehicles as well as the desired acceptance of the end consumer as a user of the motor vehicle. INVENTION REQUIREMENTS

[068] In line with the invention requirements, the applicant conceived the “system for managing functional commands embedded in motor vehicles and related devices with an architecture based on force sensors applied to the operation and interaction between humans and functional devices, the resulting functional device and its operational process”. Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 19 / 37 13 / 2 6

[069] In summary, the present patent application is conceived as being composed of three inventions in the following categories:

[070] - “product (system)”;

[071] - “device”; and

[072] - “process (operational logic)”,

[073] In this context, they are regular because they are correlated to the same inventive concept, thus guaranteeing the unity of the patent, and are also provided with novelty associated with inventive activity, since they do not derive in an obvious or evident way from other techniques anticipated by the state of the art, conferring advantages from the technical, industrial and commercial points of view, as will be demonstrated in a subsequent topic of this document.

[074] In addition, the “inventions” have industrial application, being economically viable from the industrial point of view and from the point of view of motor vehicle assemblers and, therefore, meeting the strict requirements for patentability, notably as an invention patent. FUNDAMENTALS OF THE TECHNIQUE

[075] In order to provide veracity and consolidate the context explained in the preceding topics of this document, an exhaustive explanation will be presented on the state of the art for functional command management systems of functional devices embedded in motor vehicles (Ve), as illustrated in figures .1b, .2a and .2b, where after critical analysis of these, once evaluated by professionals, their limiting aspects were identified, thus consolidating the identification of the set of demands previously listed.

[076] a. Paradigm for understanding technologies

[077] For interaction between user and devices Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 20 / 37 14 / 2 6 specific functional controls for operating embedded functions in a motor vehicle (Ve), for example, but not limited to, the list of buttons that make up the control panel (PC) and keys for opening / closing the vehicle's door windows is adopted.

[078] b. Known types of technology

[079] Currently, there are two types of solutions on the market for interaction between the user and specific functional devices embedded in a motor vehicle, for example, but not limited to, the button for activating the "provide opening" function of the rear hatch of the motor vehicle, listed here:

[080] b.1 The use of technology through mechanical iteration.

[081] Also known as physical button technology in the composition of control panels.

[082] In this solution, the system is equipped with a plurality of electrical contacts such as, for example, “tactile switch” which in the Portuguese vernacular is understood as tactile switches, in a referential way this is the conventional type, used more recently by the automotive industry, in the composition of control panels of different functions, in door handles or adjacent to them as a door opening button, among other applications.

[083] The use of capacitive change detection is made possible from a flat surface in order to facilitate the detection of the change in the electrical circuit between the user's hand, for example, and the sensitive region of the tactile switches.

[084] From a functional point of view, tactile switches act when a pressure force is applied to the actuator, providing a perceptible click or haptic shock in response, to indicate that the switch has functioned successfully. As momentary action devices, Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 21 / 37 15 / 2 6 Once the pressure is no longer applied by the user, the switch is released, and the current flow is cut off. (Source: https: / / www.digikey.com.br / pt / articles / the-basics-of-tactile-switches).

[085] For the purpose of acculturation, research was carried out in patent databases with this embedded technology where the on / off type activation procedure of a device, for example, of which the following patent documents deserve mention: CN 101971277 A, CN 106462272 A, US 6218966 B1, EUA 20020058549 A1, US 20060109256 A1, US 20070296694 A1, US 20050237306 A1, EUA 10585480 B1, US 10556252 B2, among others.

[086] b.2 The use of capacitive change detection technology.

[087] Also known as virtual button technology in control panel design. [ 088 ] In this type of solution, human / device contact detection is performed by detecting the capacitance interaction caused by contact between a part of the user's body and the region of the device equipped with a contact sensor embedded in the specific device / equipment, and this type of detection can be used in an instrument panel or even on a cell phone screen.

[089] For the purpose of acculturation, searches were carried out in patent databases with this embedded technology

[090] The following patent documents deserve mention: DE 20 2006 006 192 U1, EP 0899882 A1, US6,452,514 B1 and EP 1515211 A1.

[091] c. Identification of observed problems

[092] c.1 Use of physical buttons

[093] - In light of the mechanical iteration device product, these require a more complex constructive concept due to Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 22 / 37 16 / 2 6 The fact that the product is composed of the union of several components, for example: micro switch, spring, encapsulation, seals, etc.

[094] Its operational concept of functioning, based on the start of commands defined in functional devices, can be understood in a referential way as being initiated or interrupted by the contact of a physical button which, once pressed, causes physical contact between two metals.

[095] - In light of the manufacturing process, the need for a greater number of tools is highlighted, both for the production of the parts themselves and as auxiliary dies in the assembly of these components;

[096] - In light of the flexibility of adaptation in pre-existing products, i.e., in production lines and in everyday use by individual consumers, this complexity of its constructive concept makes its use or adaptation in products called "standard" difficult due to the complexity of these adaptations.

[097] - In light of quality non-conformity during its useful life cycle, it is verified that the operational reliability of the functioning of a physical button is based on the mechanical contact between two metals, whose minimal misalignment possibly converges in failures caused either by poor contact or by weak electrical connections, and solving them may require the complete replacement of the component.

[098] c.2 The use of capacitive change detection technology.

[099] - The use of capacitive change detection makes it mandatory to specify a flat or gently curved panel surface, or, in the case of bar-shaped control panels, see figure 3, in order to guarantee the Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 23 / 37 17 / 2 6 detection of capacitance change in the electrical circuit embedded in the functional device.

[100] In this context, in light of the design constraints, this conventional system / device does not accept variations in the shape of the control panel surface, such as alternative (a) in figure .4, where the presence of the protrusion for contact, such as a physical button (Bf) defined on the linear surface (Per1) or alternative (b) with the control panel surface with pronounced curvature (Per2) are configurations that demonstrably lead to compromised operational reliability of the control panel, reliability that is directly related to the specification of repeatability number by actuation through human / device intervention;

[101] - Each system input requires the use of an individual adjusted circuit, making it impossible to integrate the various inputs foreseen in a control panel.

[102] - As a consequence of the previous paragraph, it is mandatory to specify a microcontroller with superior characteristics due to the use of a larger input and output interface to enable the control of a greater number of functions.

[103] - Limitations of use by individual consumers: as the typical change in capacitance of a circuit of this type can reach values ​​on the order of picofarads (1pf or 10“12f), this type of detection is susceptible to malfunction if the user is wearing gloves or has wet hands.

[104] - Compromised ergonomics of use: when applied to vehicle control panels: they have been widely implemented in an entertainment center screen, commonly called multimedia centers, this forces the driver to look away while driving. Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 24 / 37 18 / 2 6 to activate certain controls, such as the air conditioning, and this action may pose risks during use. (Source: https: / / quatrorodas.abril.com.br / noticias / hyundaipromete-manter-botoes-fisicos-em-seus-carros-ate-quandoder)

[105] - From the point of view of logistics for the acquisition and receipt of components, since the automotive sector is characterized by the dispersion of vehicle manufacturing centers, this technology is influenced by the scarcity of inputs, notably indium tin oxide, a fundamental component for the manufacture of touch screens and which still has no substitute for its use.

[106] - From the point of view of operational unreliability: due to the typical change in capacitance of a circuit of this type, the solution can reach values ​​on the order of picofarads (1pf or 10“12f) where this type of detection is susceptible to malfunction if the user is wearing gloves or has wet hands, for example. INVENTION PROPOSAL

[107] a. Objective

[108] It is an objective of the present patent to solve the set of problems and limitations listed in the topic of identifying problems of solutions anticipated by the state of the art relating to systems / devices for actuating functional commands embedded in motor vehicles.

[109] In this context, it is pertinent to list the following objectives:

[110] - Replace a system based on physical buttons and capacitive detection with a system based on force sensors; Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 25 / 37 19 / 2 6

[111] - Reduce the number of component parts in the drive management system / device for onboard function controls in a motor vehicle;

[112] - To provide a system / device with application flexibility across a wide variety of touch surface formats in the human / device interaction;

[113] - System / device with operational reliability, with no occurrence of non-conformity related to the use of different materials and finishes;

[114] - To ensure an effective response to auxiliary systems through network communication, for example; and

[115] - Ensure that the system / device is operational, particularly in conditions where the user is wearing gloves or has wet hands, for example.

[116] b. Distinctive feature

[117] To make feasible the objectives of this patent as listed in the preceding subtopic, the proposed system / device was designed and is based on measuring the effort applied by contact at the human / device interface.

[118] In addition, the material used in making the component parts of the device itself is, so to speak, of free choice, since the new consent with force sensor technology, the material used has no influence on the expected good operating condition of the inventive system / device. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[119] The following detailed description should be read and interpreted with reference to the drawings presented herein, Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 26 / 37 0 / 2 6 representing a preferred embodiment for the functional command management system embedded in motor vehicles and related devices with an architecture based on force sensors applied to the operation and interaction between humans and functional devices, the resulting functional device and its operational process, not being intended to limit the scope of the invention, which is limited only to what is explicitly stated in the claims.

[120] a. Functional command management system architecture

[121] As illustrated in figure .5, in the form of a block diagram, the inventive system (Si) is formed by at least one or even a plurality of functional commands (Fn1), (Fn2), (Fn3),........ (Fn-1), (Fn), arranged in series, connected to each other, whose ends are each delimited by tactile force sensors (Sf1) and (Sf2) respectively.

[122] b. Functional device architecture (Di)

[123] As illustrated in figures .6a, .6b and .6c, where a parameterized embodiment, and formed by a plurality of functional devices (Fn1), (Fn2), (Fn3),........ (Fn-1), (Fn), arranged in series, duly structured mounted in niches (Ni1), (Ni2), (Ni3),........ (Ni(n-1)), (Ni(n)), defined in the structural frame (Su), see figure .6a, mechanically connected to each other by a connecting strip (Br) whose free ends are each delimited by tactile sensors of the force sensor type (Sf1) and (Sf2) respectively. In turn, this connecting strip (Br) has defined Cartesian coordinates (Co1), (Co2), (Co3),........ (Co(n-1)), (Co(n)) relative to the geometric center of the respective functional devices (Fn1), (Fn2), (Fn3),........ (Fn-1), (Fn), see figure .6b. Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 27 / 37 21 / 2 6

[124] As can be seen in this preferred embodiment of the inventive System / Device binomial where two force sensors (Sf1) and (Sf2) are provided, it finds best practical application in the formation of a linear control panel.

[125] However, this arrangement in System / Devices architecture is not limiting, and alternative configurations may be specified within the same inventive concept, such as:

[126] - Three force sensors (Sf1), (Sf2) and (Sf3) that allow a constructive arrangement for a triangular-shaped control panel (not shown);

[127] - Four force sensors (Sf1), (Sf2), (Sf3) and (Sf4) in order to obtain a control panel in a square format (not illustrated).

[128] c. Of the operational process

[129] c.1 Basic principle

[130] As illustrated in figure .7, the operating principle of the inventive system / device is based on the relationship of forces between each force sensor (Sf1) and (Sf2) in order to obtain two measurable variables as output data of the system, the first variable being the Cartesian coordinate (Co(n-1)) identified for the functional device (Fn(n-1)) that receives the application of the contact force (Fc) and the second variable is the intensity of application of this force (Fc).

[131] c.2 Operational logic

[132] For the preferred embodiment where two force sensors (Sf1) and (Sf2) are considered, the operational logic, referred to in Information Technology as low-level, is the logic applied in the computer program for the operational feedback of Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, page 28 / 37 22 / 26 inventive system / device, whose steps are dictated by the formulas, using Figure 7 as a reference:

[133] - Step 1 Obtaining the partial result 1, is obtained by calculating the sum of Moment A, given by the formula: FD -RH(D +DJ-0F_Rt<(D -D.) D Legend for the variables: F - Intensity of the force applied to the desired position D - Distance between the centers of the pressure sensors Dl - Distance between the center of sensor A and the point of force application. D2 - Distance between the center of sensor B and the point of force application. Rb - Reaction force caused by sensor B F1 - Resultant of the moment of force F on sensor A Partial result 1

[134] - Step 2 Obtaining the partial result 2, is obtained by calculating the sum of Moment B, given by the formula: R , (D *D )-FD -0F.R<(P -d.) D Legend for the variables Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, pp. 29 / 37 3 / 2 6 F - Intensity of the force applied to the desired position D - Distance between the centers of the pressure sensors Dl - Distance between the center of sensor A and the point of force application. D2 - Distance between the center of sensor B and the point of force application. Ra - Reaction force caused by sensor A F2 - Resultant of the moment of force F on sensor B Partial result 2

[135] - Step 3 Obtaining partial result 3 obtained by using partial result 1, obtained in Step 1, in partial result 2 of Step 2, since forces F1 and F2 are in fact the force (Fc) applied to the functional device (Fn(nl)), given by the formula: R„ (D +DJ RW-(D +DJ D ' D. F=F R. _R. R, _D DDR, D Caption Fl = F2 = Fc Rb - Reaction force caused by sensor B D - Distance between the centers of the pressure sensors; Dl - Distance between the center of sensor A and the point of application of the force; D2 - Distance between the center of sensor B and the point of application of the force; Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, pp. 30 / 37 4 / 2 6

[136] Step 4 Deduction of distances from partial result 3, given by the formula: D = D * D, D = DD Rh .DD. _ R„ _ D, R, DR,D d I ^2.+ 1 !-d<=>d I LlLLl Id •r. ' ' R..

[137] The operational logic now conceived is characterized by the relevant fact that the deduction about the distances between the functional device (Fn(nl)) and the force sensors (Sfl) and (Sf2) remains the same, regardless of the shape (design), material, thickness (height) defined in the Cartesian coordinate (Co(nl)) that perceives the application of the applied force (Fc) when interacting with the Human / Functional Device, and this understanding is illustrated in the examples of different shapes (a), (b) and (c). TECHNICAL AND PRACTICAL EFFECT OBTAINED

[138] To demonstrate the benefits obtained with the implementation of the inventive system (Si) / functional device (Di), it is appropriate to mention that from these there are no longer limitations pertaining to the shape of the surface that receives the set of functional devices and consequently a total degree of freedom is given for application in the most varied geometric profiles for control panels, where in particular the presentation, not limiting, of examples (a), (b) and (c) visualized in figure .8 is pertinent; Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, pp. 31 / 37 5 / 2 6

[139] In this vein, taking as a comparison paradigm the conventional control segment of a motor vehicle (Ve), generally located on the front control panel illustrated in Figure 2a, which is now compared with the new possible configuration arrangement, presented in Figure 9a, where the replacement of physical buttons by virtual buttons stands out as a relevant fact, which are specified with the unprecedented inventive system (Si) / device (Di), it being evident that a more aesthetically harmonious solution is presented.

[140] In addition, it is also valid to draw a comparison of the inventions now claimed with the arrangement of opening / closing keys arranged on the inner side of the door, that is, in the comparison between the conventional solution of figure .2b and the inventive solution of figure .9b, a minimalist control panel is possible, which in turn also eliminates the need for front recesses of conventional devices (see figure .2a), which are designed to accommodate the tips of fingers with long nails.

[141] In this vein, regarding the system specification (Si) and functional device (Di) in addition to the preferred embodiment with two force sensors (Sf1) and (Sf2) that is suitable for application in a bar-shaped control panel, numerous other specifications are provided within the invention concept of the patent, for example:

[142] - Three force sensors in order to obtain a triangular-shaped panel; and

[143] - Four force sensors in order to obtain a square-shaped panel. CLOSING Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, pages 32 / 37 6 / 2 6

[144] The choice of preferred embodiment of the inventions claimed herein, described in this detailed section, is provided by way of example only. Alterations, modifications and variations may be made to any other embodiments, such alterations being devised by those skilled in the art, without, however, departing from the object disclosed in the present patent application, which is exclusively defined by its claims.

[145] It is verified from what has been described and illustrated that the “SYSTEM FOR MANAGING FUNCTIONAL COMMANDS EMBEDDED IN MOTOR VEHICLES AND RELATED VEHICLES WITH AN ARCHITECTURE BASED ON FORCE SENSORS APPLIED IN THE OPERATION AND INTERACTION BETWEEN MAN AND FUNCTIONAL DEVICES, THE RESULTING FUNCTIONAL DEVICE AND ITS OPERATIONAL PROCESS” now claimed falls within the norms governing the patent of invention under the Industrial Property Law, and therefore deserves the respective privilege as a consequence of what has been stated. Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, pages 33 / 37

Claims

1 / 4 CLAIM 1) A system for managing functional commands embedded in motor vehicles and related equipment, the architecture of which (Si) is characterized by being formed by at least one or a plurality of functional commands (Fn1), (Fn2), (Fn3),........ (Fn-1), (Fn), arranged in series and connected to each other, the ends of which are each delimited by tactile force sensors (Sf1) and (Sf2) respectively; 2) Resulting functional device applied to the system (Si) of claim 1, whose preferred embodiment of the device (Di) is characterized by being parameterized, and formed by a plurality of functional devices (Fn1), (Fn2), (Fn3),........ (Fn-1), (Fn), arranged in series, duly structured and mounted in niches (Ni1), (Ni2), (Ni3),........ (Ni(n-1)), (Ni(n)), defined in the structural frame (Su), mechanically connected to each other by a connecting strip (Br) whose free ends are each delimited by tactile sensors of the force sensor type (Sf1) and (Sf2) respectively, where this connecting strip (Br) has defined Cartesian coordinates (Co1), (Co2), (Co3),........ (Co(n-1)), (Co(n)) relative to the geometric center of the respective functional devices (Fn1), (Fn2), (Fn3),........ (Fn-1), (Fn); 3) Functional device resulting according to claim 2, characterized by being applicable to any surface format whose operation is effective on any type of raw material used; 4) Operational process applied to the functional device (Di) of claim 2 characterized by the sequential steps: - Step 1: Obtaining partial result 1, obtained through the calculation of the sum of Moment A, given by the formula: FD -RH (D +D.)-0 F _ RB (D -D ) D, - Step 2: Obtaining partial result 2, obtained through the calculation of the sum of Moment B, given by the formula: R v (D, -D.)-F D. -0 F _RV(D,-D.) D. - Step 3: Obtaining partial result 3 obtained by using the partial result 1, obtained in Step 1, in the partial result 2 of Step 2, since the forces El and F2 are in fact the force (Fc) applied to the functional device (Fn(nl)), given by the formula: R„ (D +D.) RK (D +DJ D D. F'F·' = DDR, D. Claim 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, p. 35 / 37 3 / 4 - Step 4: Deduction of distances from partial result 3, given by the formula: D = D + D. , TX R . 5) Functional command management system embedded in motor vehicles and related devices with an architecture based on force sensors applied to the operation and interaction between humans and functional devices, resulting functional device according to claims 1 and 2, where the configuration with a pair of force sensors (Sf1) and (Sf2) is characterized by being adaptable to bar-shaped control panels; 6) A system for managing embedded functional commands in motor vehicles and related devices, with an architecture based on force sensors applied to the operation and interaction between humans and functional devices, the resulting functional device according to claims 1 and 2, alternatively the system (Si) and the functional device (Di) is characterized by being specified with three force sensors, being adaptable to triangular-shaped control panels; Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, pp. 36 / 37 4 / 4 7) A system for managing embedded functional commands in motor vehicles and related devices, with an architecture based on force sensors applied to the operation and interaction between humans and functional devices. The resulting functional device, according to claims 1 and 2, alternatively, the system (Si) and the functional device (Di), is characterized by being specified with four force sensors and being adaptable to square-shaped control panels. Petition 870250064187, dated 07 / 24 / 2025, p. 37 / 37

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