Vehicle function operating apparatus and method

Abstract

A vehicle function operating apparatus and method according to an embodiment of the present invention, the apparatus including: a matching stage configured to display an icon for each different vehicle-mounted function for each region; and a position-variable knob dial electrically coupled with the matching stage when the knob dial and the matching stage are in contact to project a window part for each specific function of a corresponding icon positioned on a region where the knob dial and the matching stage are in contact.

Description

[0001] Related applications

[0002] This application claims priority and benefit to Korean Patent Application No. 10-2021-0142130, filed on October 22, 2021, and Korean Patent Application No. 10-2021-0142131, filed on October 22, 2021, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. Technical Field

[0003] This invention relates to a vehicle function operation device and method. Background Technology

[0004] Typically, as vehicles develop, the structure of the driver's cab tends to become more diverse, and different convenience functions are set up in the driver's cab module for each type of vehicle, and methods for operating the corresponding functions are provided.

[0005] For example, until now, when operating the convenience devices in the cab module, touch screen displays or hard button switches using audio-visual navigation (AVN) systems have been commonly used, and recently, the operation of the air conditioning has been achieved by touch screen devices consisting of separate displays.

[0006] However, the method of operating the device only provides a limited general structure, which is restrictive in design and disappointing in terms of convenience.

[0007] In particular, the problem is that, since most traditional operating packages are driver-centric as part of increasing usability while driving, they actually reduce usability when considering the various driving modes in autonomous vehicles such as private vehicles (PBVs). Summary of the Invention

[0008] The present invention is proposed to solve the above-mentioned problems, and its purpose is to provide a vehicle function operation device and method that can meet the conditions of the occupants in each different driving mode in the autonomous driving environment of the vehicle (e.g., PBV).

[0009] The purpose of this invention is not limited to the above-described purposes, and those skilled in the art will clearly understand from the following description other purposes not mentioned herein.

[0010] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a vehicle function operating device includes: a matching panel configured to display icons for each different vehicle function in each area of ​​the matching panel; and a position-variable rotary dial electrically connected to the matching panel when in contact with it to project window components for each specific function corresponding to the icons located on the contact area between the rotary dial and the matching panel.

[0011] Here, the matching platform may include: a monitoring sensor configured to divide the upper surface of the matching platform into areas for each icon.

[0012] The rotary dial can be located in a preset mounting area in the vehicle. The rotary dial can be removed from the mounting area and then contact the mating station. When the rotary dial is disconnected from the mating station, the rotary dial can be installed and stored in the mounting area.

[0013] The rotary dial may have a built-in battery for wireless charging when the rotary dial is mounted on the mounting area, wherein the built-in battery has a predetermined capacity.

[0014] The knob dial may be equipped with an anti-slip pad to prevent slippage on the lower surface of the housing.

[0015] The rotary dial may include: a dial unit configured to allow operation of specific functions of corresponding icons displayed on the mating station by touch and rotation; a housing configured to surround the lower part of the dial unit; and a connection switch located at the lower end of the housing to determine the connection between the mating station and the rotary dial based on whether the rotary dial is in contact with the mating station.

[0016] The dial unit may include: a touch portion configured to enable physical pressing; and a dial portion configured to rotate around the outer peripheral surface of the touch portion.

[0017] Here, the dial section can project a widget for each specific function of the corresponding icon displayed on the matching platform.

[0018] The dial unit may include: a touch portion configured to enable physical pressing; and a dial portion configured to rotate around the outer peripheral surface of the touch portion.

[0019] In this configuration, the dial unit may include: a projection module configured to project window components for each specific function of the corresponding icon displayed on the mating stage; and an annular slit disposed along the outer peripheral surface such that the beam of the projection module can be projected onto the entire area of ​​the mating stage.

[0020] The projection module can project multiple window components by arranging them in a straight line or curve.

[0021] The matching station can selectively display backlighting for each position and function based on the backlighting across its entire area. When the matching station is in contact with a knob dial, it can enable backlighting only for the corresponding icon in the area where the knob dial is located, and disable backlighting for the remaining icons.

[0022] According to another embodiment of the present invention, a vehicle function operation device includes: a matching console configured to display icons for each different vehicle function in each area of ​​the matching console; and a position-variable rotary dial electrically connected to the matching console when in contact with it, so as to enable the operation of the specific function of the icon displayed on the matching console, wherein when the matching console is in contact with the rotary dial, the matching console displays only the corresponding icon in the area where the rotary dial is located and hides the other icons, and displays window components around the rotary dial for each specific function of the corresponding icon.

[0023] The matching stage selectively displays lighting for each position and function based on backlighting across the entire area of ​​the matching stage.

[0024] The matching platform defines the display positions of icons for each preset area of ​​the matching platform.

[0025] The matching console randomly displays the position of the icons by operating the rotary dial.

[0026] The rotary dial may include: a dial unit configured to allow operation of specific functions of corresponding icons displayed on the mating station by touch and rotation; a housing configured to surround the lower part of the dial unit; and a connection switch located at the lower end of the housing to determine the connection between the mating station and the rotary dial based on whether the rotary dial is in contact with the mating station.

[0027] The dial unit may include: a touch portion configured to be physically pressable; and a dial portion configured to rotate around the outer peripheral surface of the touch portion and select a window component for each specific function of a corresponding icon displayed on the table, wherein the corresponding function of the window component selected by the dial portion is executed by pressing the touch portion.

[0028] When the knob dial is connected to the matching platform, the touch area changes to the preset backlight color.

[0029] Meanwhile, a vehicle function operation method according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a first operation in which a position-variable rotary dial contacts a matching platform for electrical connection, the matching platform being configured to display icons for each different vehicle function in each area; and a second operation in which the rotary dial electrically connected to the matching platform projects window components of each specific function corresponding to the icons located on the contact area between the rotary dial and the matching platform.

[0030] The first operation may include: a knob-dial separation operation for removing a knob-dial from a preset mounting area in a vehicle; and a knob-dial connection operation for contacting the knob-dial separated from the mounting area with a mating station to electrically connect the knob-dial to the mating station.

[0031] Here, during the knob / dial separation operation, the knob / dial can be removed from the mounting area while the power between the mounting area and the knob / dial is off.

[0032] During the knob dial connection operation, when the knob dial is connected to the mating station, the knob dial can change to a preset backlight color. At this time, setting the knob dial to the corresponding backlight color is an option.

[0033] The second operation may include: a third operation in which a straight line or curved shape is selected for a widget for each specific function of the corresponding icon displayed on the matching platform; and a fourth operation in which an operation for the widget for each specific function of the icon is selected, and the corresponding function is selectively controlled by operating a knob dial in a touch and rotation manner.

[0034] According to the present invention, the vehicle function operation device and method can meet the conditions of the occupants in various driving modes in the autonomous driving environment of the vehicle.

[0035] In particular, the significance of this invention lies in realizing a new operational concept that can be connected to a console and / or a separate workbench applied to a vehicle. Attached Figure Description

[0036] The above and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent to those skilled in the art from the detailed description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0037] Figure 1 This is a view that basically describes a vehicle function operation device according to a first embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 2 This schematically illustrates a configuration view of a vehicle function operation device according to a first embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 3 This schematically illustrates an exemplary operational view of a vehicle function operating device according to a first embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 An enlarged view of part A mentioned above;

[0041] Figure 5 This schematically illustrates an exemplary operational view of a vehicle function operating device according to a first embodiment of the present invention, in which the matching console and rotary dial are in a connected state.

[0042] Figures 6 to 8 Based on Figure 5 The exemplary view of the operation of the matching console and rotary dial shown in Part B of the document;

[0043] Figures 9 to 11 This is a schematic cross-sectional view illustrating the connection process of the matching console and rotary dial in a vehicle function operating device according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0044] Figure 12 This is a flowchart illustrating a vehicle function operation method according to a first embodiment of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 13 This is a view that basically describes a vehicle function operation device according to a second embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the configuration of a vehicle function operation device according to a second embodiment of the present invention;

[0047] Figure 15 This is a schematic illustration of an exemplary operational view of a vehicle function operating device according to a second embodiment of the present invention;

[0048] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 An enlarged view of part C mentioned in the text;

[0049] Figure 17 This schematically illustrates an exemplary operational view of a vehicle function operating device according to a second embodiment of the present invention, in which the matching console and rotary dial are in a connected state.

[0050] Figure 18 and Figure 19 Based on Figure 17 The exemplary operational view of the matching console and rotary dial shown in section D; and

[0051] Figure 20 This is a flowchart illustrating a vehicle function operation method according to a second embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0052] The advantages and features of the invention, as well as methods of implementing them, will become clear from the embodiments described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below, but can be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided only to make the disclosure of the invention detailed and complete, and to fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art, to which the invention belongs, defined by the claims. Meanwhile, the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing embodiments and is not intended to limit the invention. In this specification, the singular form includes the plural form unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. The terms “comprising” or “including” as used herein do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other elements, steps, operations, and / or devices besides those stated. As used herein, the term “and / or” includes any one of the corresponding listed items and all combinations of one or more of them.

[0053] In the following description, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0054] Terminology Description

[0055] In this invention, for ease of description, the terminology of symbols is used in the order of "icon - widget - mark", from the upper-level concept to the lower-level concept.

[0056] For example, suppose there is an icon A, which is a switch for any of the various functions of the vehicle. The symbol displayed when icon A is selected is called a "widget", and the symbol displayed when a widget is selected is called a "marker".

[0057] First implementation method ( Figures 1 to 12 )

[0058] Figures 1 to 12 A vehicle function operation device according to a first embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0059] refer to Figure 1 The vehicle function operating device 1000 serves as a controller configured to operate various functions of the vehicle 10. The vehicle function operating device 1000 can be controlled by an electronic control unit (ECU) 100.

[0060] As part of meeting the user's behavioral needs in an autonomous driving environment, the vehicle function operating device 1000 is equipped with a separate, position-variable operating system to apply various driving modes.

[0061] refer to Figure 2 The vehicle function operation equipment 1000 mainly includes a matching platform 1100 and a rotary dial 1200 with variable position.

[0062] The matching console 1100 serves as a control panel configured to display icons for each in-vehicle function. Essentially, as shown, the matching console 1100 is located between the display 11 on the cab module and the steering wheel 12, but is not limited thereto; the matching console can be located in any area of ​​the vehicle.

[0063] For example, the matching panel 1100 may be located on a side door panel or a separate worktable (not shown) housed in the vehicle to provide an environment in which not only the driver but also other passengers can easily operate the vehicle functions.

[0064] The rotary dial 1200 is electrically connected to the icons displayed on the matching platform 1100 to realize the operation of the specific functions of the corresponding icons.

[0065] When the rotary dial 1200 is mounted on the console 14, the entire vehicle system management (various convenience functions, driving control, etc.) can be achieved through basic dial operation. Here, the rotary dial 1200 can be easily mounted or configured as a pop-up type.

[0066] Basically, the rotary dial 1200 is detachably mounted in the console 14 connected to the main operating system 13, but the rotary dial has a variable position structure that allows it to be connected to the mating station 1100 outside the mounting area when necessary.

[0067] In particular, the rotary dial 1200 has a variety of availability, and it can be located in any area of ​​the vehicle, including the bumper pads and door panels, in addition to the console 14 shown.

[0068] refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 The matching stage 1100 selectively displays lights for each position and function based on the backlight 1110 throughout the area.

[0069] For example, when the rotary dial 1200 is removed from the mounting area 15, the basic settings of the mating station 1100 automatically turn on the backlight of the icon 1120. In other words, when the rotary dial 1200 is mounted on the mounting area 15, the icon 1120 of the mating station 1100 can be in a state where the backlight is off.

[0070] like Figure 4 As shown, icons 1120-1, 1120-2, 1120-3 and 1120-4 for each function are displayed on the matching console 1100. However, the positions of icons 1120-1, 1120-2, 1120-3 and 1120-4 for each function shown are only an example, and the user can selectively change or modify the position of icon 1120.

[0071] For example, when the rotary dial 1200 touches a specific icon 1120-1, the backlighting of the remaining icons 1120-2, 1120-3, and 1120-4 can be turned off in the settings. In other words, the backlighting of icons 1120-1, 1120-2, 1120-3, and 1120-4 for each function can be selectively turned on / off according to the settings.

[0072] At this time, the matching station 1100 can also turn the backlighting of the icon 1120 on / off by setting a separate option, regardless of whether the knob dial 1200 is removed from the mounting area 15.

[0073] The matching panel 1100 can divide the display positions of icons 1120 into preset areas. Here, the preset area refers to the preset display position of each icon 1120, which serves as a switch for each function to easily control various functions of the vehicle.

[0074] Matching station 1100 can randomly display the position of icon 1120 by operating knob dial 1200. In this case, matching station 1100 can highlight only the selected specific icon 1120-1 to increase or decrease the brightness value of icon 1120-1 compared to the default value, which is the value of all icons 1120-1, 1120-2, 1120-3, and 1120-4 under backlight illumination at the default brightness.

[0075] refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 When the mating station 1100 contacts the rotary dial 1200, only the corresponding icon 1120-1 in the area of ​​the rotary dial 1200 is displayed, and the other icons are hidden. In other words, the backlighting is only turned on for the corresponding icon 1120-1 of the mating station 1100 connected to the rotary dial 1200, and the backlighting of the other icons is turned off for easy access. At this time, the rotary dial 1200 connected to the mating station 1100 can also change to a specific color for visual confirmation. This is to visually confirm that the rotary dial 1200 and the mating station 1100 are connected. The color of the rotary dial 1200 can be selectively changed.

[0076] refer to Figure 7 When the rotary dial 1200 contacts the area of ​​a specific icon 1120-1 on the mating platform 1100, the mating platform 1100 and the rotary dial 1200 are electrically connected to each other. In this case, as described above, the backlight illumination for the rotary dial 1200 and the specific icon 1120-1 is turned on to identify the connection confirmation.

[0077] Simultaneously, the matching console 1100 displays (with backlight on) window components 1130 for each specific function of the specific icon 1120-1 around the rotary dial 1200 connected to the specific icon 1120-1. Each window component 1130 can be selected by rotating the rotary dial 1200, and the rotary dial 1200 is turned on as a switch to realize the operation function. Therefore, the corresponding function of the selected window component 1130 can be executed by touching the rotary dial 1200.

[0078] When a specific function of the selected window component 1130 is available, by touching the knob dial 1200 for the first time, a mark (not shown) controlling the specific function of the corresponding window component 1130 is displayed on the matching panel 1100, and when the knob dial 1200 is touched again, the function corresponding to the mark can be executed.

[0079] Here, the matching console 1100 can randomly display the position of the mark by operating the knob dial 1200.

[0080] refer to Figure 8 With the window component displayed on the matching platform 1100 ( Figure 7 Separated from 1130, the rotary dial 1200 can display a window component 1211a on a touch area (e.g., a light-emitting diode (LED) panel, referred to hereafter as the "touch area"), which is used for each specific function of the selected particular icon 1120-1.

[0081] Here, the matching console 1100 may display markings around the knob dial 1200, which are used to indicate each specific function of the window component 1211a on the knob dial 1200.

[0082] As another example, when a user selects a window component 1211a displayed on the rotary dial 1200, the corresponding mark is not displayed on the matching platform 1100, but the corresponding mark can be displayed on the touch area of ​​the rotary dial 1200.

[0083] refer to Figure 9 The rotary dial 1200 includes a dial unit 1210, a housing 1220, and a connecting switch 1230.

[0084] The dial unit 1210 enables the operation of specific functions of the corresponding icons displayed on the matching station 1100 by touch and rotation.

[0085] Therefore, the dial unit 1210 includes a touch section 1211 and a dial section 1212.

[0086] The touch unit 1211 serves as a switch, enabling physical pressing operation. When the rotary dial 1200 is connected to the mating platform 1100, the touch unit 1211 can change to a preset backlight color.

[0087] In addition, the touch unit 1211 may also display corresponding window components on the touch area to be separate from the window components for each specific function of the icon displayed on the matching platform 1100.

[0088] The dial 1212 can rotate around the outer peripheral surface of the touch unit 1211 to select the window component for each specific function of the selected icon displayed on the matching platform 1100. Of course, the dial 1212 can also rotate to select those window components displayed on the touch unit 1211.

[0089] The corresponding function of the window component selected by the dial 1212 can be executed by pressing the touch unit 1211.

[0090] Subsequently, the housing 1220 surrounds the lower part of the dial unit 1210. An anti-slip pad that can prevent slippage may be provided on the lower end surface of the housing 1220.

[0091] The connection switch 1230 is positioned by passing through the center of the lower end of the housing 1220 to determine the connection between the mating station 1100 and the rotary dial 1200 based on whether the mating station 1100 and the rotary dial 1200 are in contact with each other. The connection switch 1230 may be a touch switch.

[0092] Meanwhile, the knob dial 1200, which is removed from the installation area, is electrically connected to the mating station 1100 via direct contact.

[0093] to this end, Figure 9 The gap L1 between the connection switch 1230 and the matching station 1100 in the middle and Figure 10 The gap L2 between the connection switch 1230 and the matching platform 1100 means that the rotary dial 1200 and the matching platform 1100 are not in direct contact with each other, so that the rotary dial 1200 and the matching platform 1100 are in a state of not being connected to each other.

[0094] On the other hand, such as Figure 11 As shown, when the connection switch 1230 is physically pressed and the connection switch 1230 contacts the matching platform 1100, the rotary dial 1200 and the matching platform 1100 are in an electrically connected state.

[0095] At this time, the touch unit 1211 is used as a trigger to perform the functions of the icons, widgets and marks displayed on the matching table 1100 by physical pressing operation. As another example, the touch unit can also be used as a trigger to perform the functions of the widgets and marks displayed on the touch unit 1211.

[0096] The dial portion 1212 can rotate relative to the axis along the outer peripheral surface of the touch portion 1211 to select icons, widgets, and markers.

[0097] refer to Figure 12 The vehicle function operation method mainly includes the connection operation of the knob dial (step S1100), the display operation of the selected icon (step S1200), and the operation of displaying the window component for each specific function (step S1300).

[0098] In the coupling operation of the rotary dial (step S1100), the position-variable rotary dial is coupled to a matching platform that displays icons for each different function in the vehicle.

[0099] The connection operation of the rotary dial (step S1100) may include the rotary dial separation operation and the rotary dial connection operation.

[0100] During the knob-dial separation operation, the knob-dial, which is mounted on a pre-defined mounting area in the vehicle, is removed from the mounting area. When the knob-dial is removed from the mounting area, the matching console activates backlighting to display icons for each different function of the vehicle. Here, during the knob-dial separation operation, the knob-dial can be removed from the mounting area with power deactivated between the mounting area and the knob-dial.

[0101] During the knob dial connection operation, the knob dial removed (detached) from the mounting area is brought into contact with the mating station to electrically connect the knob dial to the mating station.

[0102] During the knob dial connection operation, when the knob dial is connected to the mating station, the knob dial can be changed to a preset backlight color. At this time, setting the knob dial to the corresponding backlight color is also an option.

[0103] Next, in the display operation of the selected icon (step S1200), only the corresponding icon of the area where the knob dial is located is displayed on the matching platform connected to the knob dial.

[0104] The display operation of the selected icon (step S1200) includes a backlight hiding illumination operation, in which only the corresponding icon is displayed and the other icons are hidden in the area where the knob dial is located on the mating platform when the knob dial is in contact with the mating platform.

[0105] Next, in the operation of displaying the widgets for each specific function (step S1300), according to the operation of the knob dial, the widgets for each specific function of the corresponding icon are displayed around the icon on the matching platform where the knob dial is located.

[0106] In the operation of displaying the window widget for each specific function (step S1300), the window widget for each specific function of the icon is selected by operating the knob dial in a touch and rotation manner, thereby enabling selective control of the corresponding function.

[0107] Second implementation method ( Figures 13 to 20 )

[0108] Figures 13 to 20 A vehicle function operation device according to a second embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0109] refer to Figure 13 The vehicle function operating device 2000 serves as a controller configured to operate various functions of the vehicle 10 as described in the above embodiments. The vehicle function operating device 2000 can be controlled by the electronic control unit (ECU) 100.

[0110] As part of meeting the user's behavioral needs in an autonomous driving environment, the vehicle function operating device 2000 is equipped with a separate, position-variable operating system to apply various driving modes. Specifically, the vehicle function operating device 2000 differs from the embodiments described above in that it projects separate symbols (icons, widgets, and markers).

[0111] refer to Figure 14 The vehicle function operation equipment 2000 mainly includes a matching platform 2100 and a rotary dial 2200 with variable position.

[0112] The matching console 2100 displays icons for various in-vehicle functions for each area. Basically, as shown, the matching console 2100 is located between the display 11 on the cab module and the steering wheel 12, but it is not limited to this and can be located in any area of ​​the vehicle.

[0113] The rotary dial 2200 is electrically connected to icons displayed on the mating platform 2100 to perform the operation of the specific functions corresponding to the icons. The rotary dial 2200 projects window components for each specific function of the corresponding icons onto the contact area with the mating platform 2100.

[0114] When the rotary dial 2200 is mounted on the console 14, the entire vehicle system management (various convenience functions, driving control, etc.) can be performed through basic dial operation. Here, the rotary dial 2200 can be easily mounted or configured as a pop-up type.

[0115] refer to Figure 15 and Figure 16 Matching stage 2100 selectively displays illumination for each position and function based on backlight 2110 throughout the area.

[0116] When the matching platform 2100 contacts the rotary dial 2200, the backlight 2110 is enabled only for the corresponding icon 2120-1 in the area where the rotary dial 2200 is located (any one of the positions A1, A2, A3 and A4), and the backlight 2110 for the remaining icons 2120-2, 2120-3 and 2120-4 is disabled.

[0117] At this time, the matching stage 2100 includes a monitoring sensor 2150, which is configured to divide the upper surface into areas for each icon 2120-1, 2120-2, 2120-3 and 2120-4.

[0118] The rotary dial 2200 is located in a preset mounting area 15 in the vehicle and comes into contact with the mating station 2100 after being removed from the mounting area 15. When the connection between the rotary dial 2200 and the mating station 2100 is released, the rotary dial 2200 can be installed and stored in the mounting area 15.

[0119] The rotary dial 2200 has a built-in battery (not shown) with a predetermined capacity, which allows the battery to be wirelessly charged when the rotary dial 2200 is mounted on the mounting area 15.

[0120] Basically, the rotary dial 2200 is detachably mounted in the console 14 connected to the main operating system 13, but the rotary dial has a variable position structure that can be connected to the mating station 2100 outside the mounting area 15 when necessary.

[0121] In particular, the rotary dial 2200 can be located in any area of ​​the vehicle, including the bumper pads and door panels, other than the console 14 shown.

[0122] refer to Figures 17 to 19 When the mating station 2100 contacts the rotary dial 2200, only the corresponding icon 2120-1 in the area where the rotary dial 2200 is located is displayed, and the other icons are hidden. In other words, backlighting is turned on only for the corresponding icon 2120-1 of the mating station 2100 connected to the rotary dial 2200, and the backlighting of the other icons is turned off for convenience.

[0123] At this time, the knob dial 2200 connected to the mating station 2100 can also change to a specific color for visual confirmation. This is to visually confirm that the knob dial 2200 and the mating station 2100 are connected. The color of the knob dial 2200 can be selectively changed.

[0124] As an example of the modification, when the matching platform 2100 contacts the rotary dial 2200, only the corresponding icon in the area where the rotary dial 2200 is located can be displayed in a different color.

[0125] The rotary dial 2200 and the rotary dial for hiding or showing corresponding symbols (icons, widgets, and markers) Figures 1 to 12 The difference between the 1200 and the 1200 is that it can project icons, widgets, and markers.

[0126] In other words, the rotary dial 2200 in the second embodiment is the same as the aforementioned rotary dial ( Figures 1 to 12 The similarity between the rotary dial (1200) and the rotary dial (1200) is that the rotary dial mainly includes a dial unit 2210, a housing (not shown), and a connecting switch (not shown), but their detailed structures are different. In the following text, only the rotary dial of the first embodiment (1200) will be discussed. Figures 1 to 12 The different structures in 1200 are explained, and repeated structures are omitted.

[0127] The dial unit 2210 of the rotary dial 2200 includes a touch unit 2211, a dial unit 2212, and a projection module 2213.

[0128] The touch portion 2211 serves as a switch, enabling a physical press operation. When the rotary dial 2200 is connected to the mating platform 2100, the touch portion 2211 can change to a preset backlight color.

[0129] In addition, the touch unit 2211 may also display corresponding window components on the touch area to separate them from the window components for each specific function of the icons displayed on the matching platform 2100.

[0130] The dial 2212 can rotate around the outer peripheral surface of the touch unit 2211 to select a window component for each specific function of the selected icon displayed on the matching platform 2100. Alternatively, the dial 2212 can also rotate to select a window component displayed on the touch unit 1211.

[0131] The corresponding function of the window component selected by the dial 2212 can be executed by pressing the touch unit 2211.

[0132] The projection module 2213 is connected to the dial section 2212 and contacts the matching stage 2100 to project window components for each specific function of the corresponding icon 2120-1.

[0133] Here, the dial portion 2212 may include an annular slit (not shown) formed along the outer peripheral surface so that the beam of the projection module 2213 can be projected onto the entire area (360 degrees).

[0134] like Figure 19As shown, the beam of projection module 2213 projects multiple window components by arranging them in a straight line, but the invention is not limited thereto. Therefore, the beam of projection module 2213 can also project multiple window components by arranging them in a curved shape.

[0135] refer to Figure 20 The vehicle function operation method according to the second embodiment mainly includes knob dial connection operation (step S2100) and operation of the window component projected for each specific function (step S2200).

[0136] First, in the knob dial connection operation (step S2100), the position-variable knob dial contacts and is electrically connected to the matching station, where icons for each different function in the vehicle for each area are displayed.

[0137] The knob dial connection operation (step S2100) includes the knob dial separation operation and the knob dial connection operation.

[0138] During the knob-dial separation operation, the knob-dial, which is mounted on a pre-defined mounting area in the vehicle, is removed from the mounting area. At this time, as the knob-dial is removed from the mounting area, the matching console activates backlighting to display icons for each different function of the vehicle. Here, during the knob-dial separation operation, the knob-dial can be removed from the mounting area with power deactivated between the mounting area and the knob-dial.

[0139] During the knob dial connection operation, the knob dial removed (detached) from the mounting area is brought into contact with the mating station to electrically connect the knob dial to the mating station.

[0140] During the knob dial connection operation, when the knob dial is connected to the mating station, the knob dial can be changed to a preset backlight color. At this time, setting the knob dial to the corresponding backlight color may also be an option.

[0141] Next, in the operation of projecting the window component for each specific function (step S2200), the window component for each specific function corresponding to the icon is projected on the contact area with the matching platform by a knob dial connected to the matching platform.

[0142] The operation of projecting for each specific function's window widget (step S2200) includes the operation of selecting the projection type and the operation of selecting and controlling each specific function's window widget.

[0143] In the projection type selection operation, choose either a straight or curved projection type for the widget displayed on the matching platform for each specific function of the corresponding icon. The matching operation can essentially specify the beam projection type, or it can choose to randomly select a beam projection type.

[0144] In the operation of selecting and controlling the widgets for each specific function, the widgets for each specific function of the icon can be selected by operating the knob dial by touch and rotation, thereby selectively controlling the corresponding function.

[0145] This invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications and practices can be made without departing from the technical spirit of this invention.

Claims

1. A vehicle function operation device, comprising: The matching console is configured such that each area of ​​the matching console displays icons for each different in-vehicle function; as well as A position-variable rotary dial, electrically connected to the mating platform when in contact with it, projects window components for positioning corresponding icons on the contact area between the rotary dial and the mating platform for each specific function. The matching platform includes a monitoring sensor configured to divide an area for each icon on the upper surface of the matching platform. The matching stage selectively displays illumination for each position and function based on backlighting across its entire area; and When the matching platform contacts the rotary dial, the matching platform only enables backlighting for the corresponding icon in the area where the rotary dial is located, and disables backlighting for the other icons.

2. The vehicle function operation device according to claim 1, wherein, The rotary dial is located in a preset installation area in the vehicle. After being removed from the installation area, the rotary dial contacts the mating platform. When the rotary dial is disconnected from the mating platform, the rotary dial is installed and stored in the installation area.

3. The vehicle function operation device according to claim 2, wherein, The rotary dial has a built-in battery for wireless charging when it is mounted on the mounting area, wherein the built-in battery has a predetermined capacity.

4. The vehicle function operating apparatus according to claim 2, wherein The knob is equipped with an anti-slip pad, which prevents slippage on the lower surface of the housing.

5. The vehicle function operating apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The rotary dial includes: The dial unit is configured to allow operation of the specific functions of the corresponding icons displayed on the matching platform by touch and rotation; A housing configured to surround the lower portion of the dial unit; and A connection switch, located at the lower end of the housing, determines the connection between the mating platform and the rotary dial based on whether the rotary dial is in contact with the mating platform.

6. The vehicle function operating apparatus according to claim 5, wherein The dial unit includes: The touch unit is configured to allow for physical pressing operations; and The dial is configured to rotate around the outer peripheral surface of the touch portion, and The dial portion is projected as a window component for each specific function of the corresponding icon displayed on the matching platform.

7. The vehicle function operating apparatus according to claim 5, wherein The dial unit includes: The touch unit is configured to allow for physical pressing operations; and The dial is configured to rotate around the outer peripheral surface of the touch portion, and The dial section includes: A projection module, configured to project a component for each specific function of the corresponding icon displayed on the matching platform; and An annular slit is provided along the outer peripheral surface, such that the beam of the projection module is projected onto the entire area of ​​the matching stage.

8. The vehicle function operating apparatus according to claim 7, wherein The projection module projects the multiple window components by arranging them in a straight line or a curved shape.

9. A vehicle function operation device, comprising: The matching panel is configured to display icons for each different in-vehicle function; as well as A position-variable rotary dial, which is electrically connected to the mating platform when in contact with it, enables the execution of operations based on the specific functions displayed on the mating platform's icons. When the matching platform comes into contact with the rotary dial, the matching platform only displays the corresponding icon in the area where the rotary dial is located and hides the other icons, and displays window components around the rotary dial for each specific function of the corresponding icon.

10. The vehicle function operation device according to claim 9, wherein, The matching stage selectively displays illumination for each position and function based on backlighting across its entire area.

11. The vehicle function operation device according to claim 9, wherein, The matching platform divides the display positions of icons for each preset area of ​​the matching platform.

12. The vehicle function operation device according to claim 9, wherein, The matching console randomly displays the position of the icons by operating the rotary dial.

13. The vehicle function operation device according to claim 9, wherein, The rotary dial includes: The dial unit is configured to allow operation of the specific functions of the corresponding icons displayed on the matching platform by touch and rotation; A housing configured to surround the lower portion of the dial unit; and A connection switch, located at the lower end of the housing, determines the connection between the mating platform and the rotary dial based on whether the rotary dial is in contact with the mating platform.

14. The vehicle function operating apparatus according to claim 13, wherein The dial unit includes: The touch unit is configured to allow for physical pressing operations; and The dial portion is configured to rotate around the outer peripheral surface of the touch portion and select a window component for each specific function of the corresponding icon displayed on the matching platform. The corresponding function of the window component selected by the dial is executed by pressing the touch area.

15. The vehicle function operation device according to claim 14, wherein, When the rotary dial is connected to the matching platform, the touch area changes to a preset backlight color.

16. A method for operating a vehicle function, comprising: In the first operation, a position-variable rotary dial contacts a matching station for electrical connection, the matching station being configured such that each area of ​​the matching station displays an icon for each different vehicle function. as well as In the second operation, the rotary dial connected to the matching platform is projected to a window component for positioning each specific function of the corresponding icon on the contact area between the rotary dial and the matching platform. The matching stage selectively displays illumination for each position and function based on backlighting across its entire area; and When the matching platform contacts the rotary dial, the matching platform only enables backlighting for the corresponding icon in the area where the rotary dial is located, and disables backlighting for the other icons.

17. The method of claim 16, wherein, The first operation includes: The knob / dial separation operation removes the knob / dial from a preset mounting area in the vehicle; and The knob dial connection operation brings the knob dial, which is detached from the mounting area, into contact with the mating platform to electrically connect the knob dial to the mating platform.

18. The method according to claim 16, wherein, The second operation includes: The third operation involves selecting a straight or curved projection type for the widget used for each specific function of the corresponding icon displayed on the matching platform; and The fourth operation involves selecting a widget for each specific function of the aforementioned icons and selectively controlling the corresponding function by operating the knob dial in a touch and rotation manner.

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