Method, device and equipment for lighting car logo when searching for car and vehicle

Abstract

This application provides a method, apparatus, device, and vehicle for illuminating a car emblem when searching for a vehicle. The method includes: in response to a vehicle-finding command, acquiring the initial light intensity around the target vehicle; if the initial light intensity is less than an intensity threshold, determining the distance between the user and the target vehicle; determining the illumination method for the target car emblem on the target vehicle based on the distance, and illuminating the target car emblem according to the illumination method. Through the technical solution of this application, it is possible to provide guidance to users searching for their vehicles by illuminating the car emblem on the vehicle, while reducing energy consumption and improving the level of intelligence.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle control technology, and in particular to a method, device, equipment, and vehicle for illuminating a vehicle logo when searching for a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Vehicle logos, often simply called car emblems, identify vehicle models through their shape and color. Currently, car emblems can also be illuminated to enhance their technological and intelligent appeal.

[0003] Currently, vehicle logos can be used to assist users in locating their cars. Typically, when the car-finding function is activated, the logo flashes briefly and then turns off, or remains constantly lit as a notification. If the logo flashes briefly and then turns off, the user may lose sight of the vehicle before determining its location; if the logo remains constantly lit, it will result in high energy consumption. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the purpose of this application is to propose a method, device, equipment and vehicle for illuminating a vehicle logo when searching for a vehicle, so as to provide guidance to users searching for their vehicle by illuminating the vehicle logo, and reduce energy consumption and improve the effect of intelligence.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides a method for illuminating a vehicle emblem during vehicle location, the method comprising:

[0006] In response to a vehicle search command, the initial light intensity around the target vehicle is obtained;

[0007] When the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold, the distance between the user and the target vehicle is determined.

[0008] Based on the distance between the person and the vehicle, determine the lighting method for the target vehicle logo located on the target vehicle, and light up the target vehicle logo according to the lighting method.

[0009] To achieve the above objectives, this application also provides a device for illuminating a vehicle emblem when searching for a vehicle, the device comprising:

[0010] The vehicle search response module is used to obtain the initial light intensity around the target vehicle in response to a vehicle search command;

[0011] The distance determination module is used to determine the distance between the user and the target vehicle when the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold.

[0012] The vehicle logo lighting module is used to determine the lighting method of the target vehicle logo located on the target vehicle based on the distance between the person and the vehicle, and to light up the target vehicle logo according to the lighting method.

[0013] To achieve the above objectives, this application also provides an electronic device, including a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor. When the processor executes the program, it implements the method for illuminating a vehicle logo during vehicle location as provided in any embodiment of this application.

[0014] For the purposes described above, this application also provides a vehicle, characterized in that it includes electronic equipment as provided in any embodiment of this application.

[0015] As described above, the method for illuminating the car logo during vehicle location provided in this application responds to a vehicle location command by acquiring the initial light intensity around the target vehicle corresponding to the command to determine whether to illuminate the target car logo. This avoids illuminating the target car logo when the initial light intensity is greater than or equal to an intensity threshold, thus preventing energy waste. Furthermore, when the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold, the distance between the user and the target vehicle is determined. This allows the illumination method of the target car logo on the target vehicle to be adjusted based on the distance, providing the user with different visual experiences at different distances. This facilitates quick and accurate vehicle location for the user, achieving the goal of providing guidance to users by illuminating the target car logo and improving the intelligence of the car logo by adjusting the illumination method according to the distance between the user and the vehicle. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this application or related technologies, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 A flowchart illustrating a method for illuminating a vehicle emblem during vehicle location, provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0018] Figure 2 A flowchart illustrating another method for illuminating a vehicle emblem during vehicle location, provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 3 A flowchart illustrating another method for illuminating a vehicle emblem during vehicle location, provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 4 A flowchart illustrating another method for illuminating a vehicle emblem during vehicle location, provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of a vehicle logo illumination system provided in this application embodiment;

[0022] Figure 6A schematic diagram of a vehicle logo lighting device for locating a vehicle, provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the hardware structure of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with specific embodiments and the accompanying drawings.

[0025] It should be noted that, unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in the embodiments of this application should have the ordinary meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains. The terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in the embodiments of this application do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Terms such as "comprising" or "including" mean that the element or object preceding the word encompasses the elements or objects listed after the word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. Terms such as "connected" or "linked" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. Terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are only used to indicate relative positional relationships; when the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0026] Figure 1 This application provides a flowchart of a method for illuminating a vehicle emblem when searching for a vehicle. This method is primarily applicable to situations where a user is searching for their vehicle from outside the vehicle, and the method provides a prompt to the user. The method can be executed by a vehicle emblem illumination device, which can be implemented using software and / or hardware and can be configured in an electronic device. Figure 1 As shown, the method may specifically include the following steps:

[0027] S110, in response to a vehicle search command, obtain the initial light intensity around the target vehicle.

[0028] The target vehicle can be the vehicle the user is looking for, i.e., the vehicle corresponding to the vehicle search command. The vehicle search command can be issued based on an electronic key or a remote vehicle control program, used to activate the vehicle search function of the target vehicle. The initial light intensity can be the light intensity around the target vehicle when the vehicle search command is received, and can be obtained based on light sensors on the target vehicle.

[0029] Specifically, if a user forgets their parking location, for example, in a parking lot full of vehicles, they can trigger the car-finding function via an electronic key or remote control app, sending a car-finding command to the target vehicle. In this case, upon receiving the car-finding command, the target vehicle can respond by using sensors installed on the vehicle to obtain the ambient light intensity around the vehicle, which is the initial light intensity.

[0030] S120. When the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold, determine the distance between the user and the target vehicle.

[0031] The intensity threshold can be used to indicate whether the vehicle logo needs to be illuminated to alert the user. The user can be someone searching for the target vehicle. The person-vehicle distance can be the distance between the user and the vehicle, which can be determined by the location of the electronic key or a mobile terminal installed in the remote control program.

[0032] Specifically, if the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold, it indicates that the location of the target vehicle is poorly lit and difficult for the user to spot. Therefore, the user's attention can be attracted by illuminating the vehicle's logo subsequently, making it easier for the user to find the car. Furthermore, the distance between the user and the target vehicle can be determined by sensing the location of the electronic key that issued the car-finding command or the mobile terminal installed in the remote control program, combined with the current location of the target vehicle.

[0033] S130. Based on the distance between the person and the vehicle, determine the lighting method of the target car logo located on the target vehicle, and light up the target car logo according to the lighting method.

[0034] The target vehicle logo can be installed at fixed locations on the target vehicle (e.g., directly in front and behind), displaying the vehicle manufacturer's logo and featuring intelligent illumination. The illumination method can be a controllable system for the target vehicle logo to provide a notification.

[0035] Specifically, after determining the distance between people and vehicles, the system can determine which lighting method corresponds to the current distance based on a pre-established correspondence between the distances and lighting methods. Then, according to the determined lighting method, the system controls the target vehicle's logo to light up, thus alerting the user to the location of the target vehicle.

[0036] Optionally, if the initial light intensity is not less than the intensity threshold, the target vehicle logo can be kept off to avoid unnecessary energy waste. It's understandable that since the initial light intensity is not less than the intensity threshold, the surrounding light for the target vehicle is relatively bright, making it difficult for the user to spot the logo even when lit. To avoid unnecessary energy waste, the target logo should be kept off. In this case, more complex methods such as sound alerts or map navigation can be used to guide the user to find the target vehicle.

[0037] Based on the above example, if the lighting method includes flashing frequency, the lighting method of the target car logo can be determined according to the distance between the person and the vehicle in the following way:

[0038] When the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than the first threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be constantly lit; when the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the first threshold and less than the second threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be flashing at the first frequency; when the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the second threshold and less than the third threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be flashing at the second frequency; when the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the third threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be flashing at the third frequency.

[0039] The first, second, and third thresholds can be preset distance thresholds, which can be set according to actual needs. They are specifically used to distinguish different levels of illumination. The first threshold is less than the second threshold, and the second threshold is less than the third threshold. The first, second, and third frequencies can be preset flashing frequencies of the target car logo, which can be set according to actual needs. The first frequency is less than the second frequency, and the second frequency is less than the third frequency.

[0040] Specifically, if the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than the first threshold, it indicates that the user is very close to the target vehicle. In this case, the target vehicle's logo can be kept constantly lit to alert the user to its location, eliminating the need for a flashing logo. This effectively reduces energy consumption, and since a flashing logo at close range can cause significant visual fatigue, a constant lighting method is chosen to improve user comfort. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the first threshold but less than the second threshold, it indicates that the user is relatively close to the target vehicle. In this case, a flashing target vehicle logo helps the user quickly locate the vehicle, and the logo is flashed at a first frequency to alert the user. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the second threshold and less than the third threshold, it indicates that the user is far from the target vehicle. However, if the flashing frequency is too slow, it will not be able to effectively attract the user's attention. Therefore, a second frequency greater than the first frequency is used to trigger the target vehicle logo to flash so that the user can spot the target vehicle from a distance. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the third threshold, it indicates that the user is very far from the target vehicle. In this case, the target vehicle logo can be made to flash at the third frequency, that is, a high-frequency flash greater than the second frequency, to strongly remind the user and attract the user's attention.

[0041] Understandably, continuous high-frequency flashing can effectively attract users' attention, but it will waste energy and cause discomfort to users' eyes. The above method can balance comfort and effectiveness by adjusting the lighting mode of the target car logo based on the distance between the person and the car when the user is looking for the car.

[0042] Based on the above example, if the lighting method includes lighting color, the lighting method of the target car logo can be determined according to the distance between the person and the vehicle in the following way:

[0043] If the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than the first threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be illuminated in the first color; if the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the first threshold and is less than the second threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be illuminated in the second color; if the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the second threshold and is less than the third threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be illuminated in the third color; if the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the third threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be illuminated in the fourth color.

[0044] Among them, the brightness of the first color, the second color, the third color and the fourth color gradually increases, which can be used to distinguish different distance ranges; the first threshold is less than the second threshold, and the second threshold is less than the third threshold.

[0045] Specifically, if the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than the first threshold, it indicates that the user is very close to the target vehicle. The target vehicle's logo can be illuminated using the first color. Optionally, the first color can be a relatively weak color to avoid excessive eye strain due to an overly bright logo at close range. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the first threshold and is less than the second threshold, it indicates that the user is relatively close to the target vehicle. A strong prompt is not necessary, but it must still be visible to the user. Therefore, the target vehicle's logo can be illuminated using the second color. Thus, the second color is brighter than the first color and can also be a milder color. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the second threshold and is less than the third threshold, it indicates that the user is relatively far from the target vehicle. Therefore, a more moderate color can be used to indicate and remind the user of the distance, i.e., the target vehicle's logo can be illuminated using the third color, which is brighter than the second color. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the third threshold, it indicates that the user is very far from the target vehicle. In this case, to attract the user's attention from a distance, the target vehicle's logo can be illuminated using the fourth color. The fourth color can be the brightest of the four colors to effectively remind the user of the target vehicle.

[0046] The vehicle logo illumination method provided in this embodiment responds to a vehicle search command by acquiring the initial light intensity around the target vehicle corresponding to the command to determine whether to illuminate the target logo. This avoids illuminating the target logo when the initial light intensity is greater than or equal to an intensity threshold, thus preventing energy waste. Furthermore, when the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold, the distance between the user and the target vehicle is determined. This allows the illumination method of the target logo on the target vehicle to be adjusted based on the distance, providing the user with different visual experiences at different distances. This facilitates quick and accurate vehicle location for the user, achieving the goal of providing guidance to users searching for their vehicles by illuminating the target logo and improving the intelligence of the logo by adjusting the illumination method according to the distance between the user and the vehicle.

[0047] Figure 2 This application provides a flowchart of another method for illuminating a car emblem during vehicle location, based on the above embodiments. Optionally, to avoid energy waste caused by prolonged illumination of the target car emblem, a method is added to re-respond to the vehicle location command based on the illumination duration of the target car emblem. This method is illustrated by example. The explanations of terms that are the same as or corresponding to those in the above embodiments are not repeated here. Figure 2 As shown, the method may specifically include the following steps:

[0048] S210, in response to the vehicle search command, obtain the initial light intensity around the target vehicle.

[0049] S220. When the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold, determine the distance between the user and the target vehicle.

[0050] S230. Based on the distance between the person and the vehicle, determine the lighting method of the target car logo located on the target vehicle, and light up the target car logo according to the lighting method.

[0051] S240, Determine the lighting duration of the target car logo.

[0052] The lighting duration can be the time elapsed from when the target car logo is lit up to the current moment.

[0053] Specifically, the timer starts when the target car logo is lit up according to the lighting method, and the interval from that moment to the current moment is the lighting duration.

[0054] S250. If the illumination time reaches the preset time, turn off the target car logo and return to the step of responding to the car search command and obtaining the initial light intensity around the target vehicle.

[0055] Specifically, if the target car logo has been lit for a preset duration, it indicates that the logo has been illuminated for some time. Continuing to keep it lit could waste power, so the logo can be turned off. The user can be notified that the logo has been turned off, for example, by controlling the electronic key or mobile device to provide a notification or vibration. After the logo is turned off, if the user still wants to find the car, they can issue another search command. This will cause the target vehicle to re-execute the steps in response to the search command, obtaining the initial light intensity around the vehicle, and thus relighting the logo.

[0056] It should be noted that the energy consumed to light up the target car logo is the energy stored in the target vehicle's power battery. This portion of electrical energy is relatively small, so it needs to be used sparingly.

[0057] The method for illuminating the car logo during vehicle location provided in this embodiment determines the illumination duration of the target car logo, turns it off when the illumination duration reaches a preset duration, and returns to the step of responding to the vehicle location command and obtaining the initial light intensity around the target vehicle. This avoids the energy waste caused by prolonged illumination of the target car logo, achieving the effect of saving energy while indicating the vehicle's location to the user.

[0058] Figure 3 A flowchart of another method for illuminating a car emblem during vehicle location provided in this application embodiment is shown. Optionally, based on the above embodiments, a method is added to adjust the target car emblem according to the vehicle's start-up state and the driver's driving state when the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than a first threshold. This method is illustrated by example. The explanations of terms that are the same as or corresponding to those in the above embodiments are not repeated here. Figure 3 As shown, the method may specifically include the following steps:

[0059] S310, in response to a vehicle search command, obtains the initial light intensity around the target vehicle.

[0060] S320. When the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold, determine the distance between the user and the target vehicle.

[0061] S330. Based on the distance between the person and the vehicle, determine the lighting method of the target car logo located on the target vehicle, and light up the target car logo according to the lighting method.

[0062] S340. When the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than the first threshold, determine the vehicle start-up status and driver's driving status of the target vehicle.

[0063] The vehicle start status indicates whether the vehicle is running, such as whether it is traveling at a certain speed. The vehicle start status includes "started" and "not started." The driver's seat status indicates whether a user is present in the driver's seat. The driver's seat status includes "occupied" and "unoccupied."

[0064] Specifically, the distance between the person and the vehicle is determined in real time. If the distance is less than the first threshold, it indicates that the user is very close to the target vehicle. At this time, the vehicle start status and driver status of the target vehicle can be obtained so as to adjust the illuminated target car logo in the future.

[0065] S350. Determine the illumination brightness based on the vehicle startup status and the driver's driving status, and adjust the target car logo according to the illumination brightness.

[0066] The illumination brightness can be the brightness corresponding to the target car logo.

[0067] Specifically, based on the vehicle's startup status and the driver's driving status, it can be determined whether the target vehicle has already started or is about to start. When it is determined that the vehicle has started or is about to start, the brightness of the target vehicle logo can be adjusted adaptively according to the ambient light. When it is not determined that the vehicle has started or is about to start, the logo can only be kept lit to facilitate vehicle location.

[0068] Understandably, if a non-driver is searching for a car and then sits in a non-driver's seat after finding the target vehicle, the target car icon can be turned off after a preset time, indicating that the car search has been completed.

[0069] Based on the above example, if the vehicle is not started and the driver is not in the driver's seat, the target car logo will be kept on at a preset brightness.

[0070] The preset brightness can be a pre-set brightness value, and the specific brightness value can be set according to actual needs.

[0071] Specifically, if the vehicle is not started and the driver's seat is unoccupied, it means that the user has not yet entered the driver's seat of the target vehicle to start the target vehicle. It is highly likely that the user (driver) is still outside the target vehicle. Therefore, the target vehicle logo is kept on at a preset brightness to instruct the user.

[0072] Based on the above example, if the vehicle is in the "started" state and / or the driver is in the "occupied" state, the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle is obtained, the illumination brightness is determined based on the real-time light intensity, and the target car logo is adjusted according to the illumination brightness.

[0073] Among them, real-time light intensity can be the light intensity around the target vehicle acquired during the implementation.

[0074] Specifically, if the driver's seat status is "occupied," it indicates that the user has successfully located the vehicle and entered it, and the vehicle is ready to start. If the vehicle is already running, it means the target vehicle is moving at a certain speed, also indicating that the vehicle location has been successfully determined. Therefore, based on the sensors installed on the target vehicle, the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle can be obtained, and the brightness of the target vehicle logo can be adjusted according to the real-time light intensity. For example, the stronger the real-time light intensity, the weaker the logo brightness, and vice versa.

[0075] Based on the above example, the illumination brightness can be determined according to the real-time light intensity by differentiating between different intensity thresholds, and the target car logo can be adjusted according to the illumination brightness. Specifically, this includes:

[0076] Scenario 1: If the real-time light intensity is greater than the intensity threshold, control the target car logo to turn off and return to the step of obtaining the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle.

[0077] The intensity threshold can be used to distinguish whether the target car logo is off or adjusted.

[0078] Specifically, if the real-time light intensity is greater than the intensity threshold, it indicates that the light around the target vehicle is bright enough that there is no need for the target vehicle logo to light up to alert pedestrians or vehicles. Therefore, the target vehicle logo can be turned off, and the process can return to the step of obtaining the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle to determine again whether to light up the target vehicle logo or keep it off.

[0079] Scenario 2: If the real-time light intensity is not greater than the intensity threshold, determine the illumination brightness based on the real-time light intensity and the preset intensity-brightness correspondence, illuminate the target car logo according to the illumination brightness, and return to execute the step of obtaining the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle.

[0080] The preset intensity-brightness correspondence can be a pre-defined correspondence between real-time light intensity and illumination brightness. For example, it can be a functional relationship, such as a function with monotonicity (illumination brightness decreases as real-time light intensity increases).

[0081] Specifically, if the real-time light intensity is not greater than the intensity threshold, it indicates that the target vehicle is still in a relatively dark environment, such as still in an underground parking garage. In this case, the illumination brightness corresponding to the real-time light intensity can be determined according to the preset intensity-brightness correspondence, and the brightness of the target vehicle logo can be adjusted according to the illumination brightness. Then, the process returns to the step of obtaining the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle to determine again whether it is necessary to continue adjusting the brightness of the target vehicle logo or to turn off the target vehicle logo.

[0082] The vehicle logo lighting method provided in this embodiment determines the vehicle startup status and driver's driving status of the target vehicle when the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than a first threshold, in order to further determine whether to adjust the target vehicle logo. Based on the vehicle startup status and driver's driving status, it is determined whether the target vehicle is driving or has the conditions to drive. At this time, the lighting brightness can be determined according to the judgment result, and the target vehicle logo can be adjusted according to the lighting brightness. This allows for real-time and adaptive adjustment of the target vehicle logo brightness when the vehicle is driving or has the conditions to drive, thereby improving the intelligence and universality of the target vehicle logo adjustment.

[0083] In some embodiments, before the vehicle is started, such as when searching for the car at night or in a poorly lit underground parking garage, the illuminated car emblem is linked to the car-finding function. When the car-finding function is activated and the outside light is weak, the illuminated car emblem will automatically light up. In low-light environments, this increases vehicle visibility, reduces the difficulty of finding the car, and makes it easier for users to quickly locate the vehicle. After the vehicle is started and the driver's seat is detected, if the outside light is strong (daytime or sunny days) and the surrounding visibility is good, the car emblem is easy to identify even without being illuminated, so it does not need to be illuminated. However, if the outside light is dim (night or cloudy days), visibility is low without being illuminated, but it is easy to identify after being illuminated, so the car emblem needs to be illuminated. In addition, the brightness of the car emblem can be automatically adjusted according to changes in the intensity of the outside light.

[0084] like Figure 4The flowchart illustrates another method for illuminating the car emblem during vehicle location. Specifically, if the vehicle (target vehicle) is not started and the vehicle location function is activated, it checks whether the initial light intensity outside the vehicle is less than an intensity threshold. If so, the illuminated car emblem (target car emblem) remains off. If the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold, the illuminated car emblem illuminates; otherwise, it remains off. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than a third threshold, the illuminated car emblem flashes at a high frequency and then turns off after reaching the required illumination time. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than a second threshold and less than a third threshold, the illuminated car emblem flashes at a medium frequency and then turns off after reaching the required illumination time. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than a first threshold and less than a second threshold, the illuminated car emblem flashes at a low frequency and then turns off after reaching the required illumination time. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than a first threshold, the illuminated car emblem remains constantly lit and then turns off after reaching the required illumination time.

[0085] Furthermore, the system determines the vehicle's start status and the driver's seat status. If the vehicle is started and the driver is in the driver's seat, or if the vehicle is not started and the driver is in the driver's seat, or if the vehicle is started but the driver is not in the driver's seat, the brightness of the illuminated logo is adjusted according to the real-time light intensity around the vehicle. That is, when the real-time light intensity increases, the brightness of the illuminated logo decreases, and when the real-time light intensity decreases, the brightness of the illuminated logo increases. The illuminated logo is turned off when the real-time light intensity reaches a threshold. If the vehicle is not started and the driver is not in the driver's seat, the illuminated logo remains constantly lit.

[0086] Taking a scenario where a user is searching for their car in an underground parking garage as an example, before starting the vehicle, with the car-finding function activated and in low light conditions, the user successfully locates their car using the illuminated car emblem in the garage. Then, after the vehicle starts and the controller detects someone in the driver's seat, indicating the user has successfully entered the vehicle, the controller reassesses the external lighting. If the external lighting is still low, the emblem remains illuminated, indicating the user is still in the underground garage or has left, but the external lighting is dim, requiring the illuminated emblem to improve vehicle visibility. If the external lighting is strong, indicating the user has left the underground garage or the garage lights are on, the emblem automatically turns off.

[0087] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a vehicle logo illumination system provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 5 As shown, it includes a control module, an exterior light detection module, a driver's seat detection module, a vehicle location module, and an illuminated vehicle logo.

[0088] The control module, either integrated into the vehicle's infotainment system or a separate controller, controls the illumination of the luminous car emblem through various judgments and analyses. Specifically, it can control the emblem's brightness and color. An exterior light detection module senses the intensity of ambient light outside the vehicle. A driver's seat detection module detects whether the driver is in the driver's seat. A vehicle location module activates the vehicle location function from outside the vehicle, illuminating the luminous car emblem for easy vehicle identification. The luminous car emblem illuminates or extinguishes according to control commands issued by the control module.

[0089] Optional, such as Figure 5 As shown, the vehicle logo lighting system during vehicle location also includes a vehicle status detection module, which is used to determine data such as vehicle fuel level, battery level, remaining range, or distance from the destination in navigation to adjust the illuminated logo. For example, when the fuel level is higher than a certain threshold, the illuminated logo will light up again. The principle is the same as determining the intensity of external light, so it will not be described in detail.

[0090] The vehicle logo illumination method provided in this embodiment, compared to the traditional control method of directly illuminating the logo after the vehicle starts and turning it off after the vehicle stops, significantly improves vehicle location accuracy by adaptively illuminating the logo when the vehicle search function is activated and the light is low before starting the vehicle, provided the light search function is active. After the vehicle starts and the driver is present, the illuminated logo will reassess the external light intensity to automatically turn on, off, and adjust its brightness, thereby achieving high efficiency and energy saving.

[0091] It should be noted that the method in this embodiment can be executed by a single device, such as a computer or server. The method can also be applied in a distributed scenario, where multiple devices cooperate to complete the task. In such a distributed scenario, one of these devices may execute only one or more steps of the method in this embodiment, and the multiple devices will interact with each other to complete the method described.

[0092] It should be noted that the above description describes some embodiments of this application. Other embodiments are within the scope of the appended claims. In some cases, the actions or steps recorded in the claims can be performed in a different order than that shown in the above embodiments and still achieve the desired result. Furthermore, the processes depicted in the drawings do not necessarily require a specific or sequential order to achieve the desired result. In some embodiments, multitasking and parallel processing are also possible or may be advantageous.

[0093] Based on the same inventive concept, corresponding to any of the above embodiments, this application also provides a vehicle logo lighting device for vehicle location. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a vehicle emblem lighting device provided in an embodiment of this application. (Reference) Figure 6 The vehicle logo lighting device for vehicle location includes: a vehicle location response module 610, a distance determination module 620, and a vehicle logo lighting module 630.

[0094] The vehicle search response module 610 is used to obtain the initial light intensity around the target vehicle in response to a vehicle search command; the distance determination module 620 is used to determine the distance between the user and the target vehicle when the initial light intensity is less than an intensity threshold; and the car logo lighting module 630 is used to determine the lighting method of the target car logo on the target vehicle based on the distance between the user and the vehicle, and to light up the target car logo according to the lighting method.

[0095] Based on the above embodiments, optionally, the lighting method includes a flashing frequency. The car logo lighting module 630 is further configured to: determine that the lighting method of the target car logo is constant when the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than a first threshold; determine that the lighting method of the target car logo is flashing at a first frequency when the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the first threshold and less than a second threshold; determine that the lighting method of the target car logo is flashing at a second frequency when the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the second threshold and less than a third threshold; and determine that the lighting method of the target car logo is flashing at a third frequency when the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the third threshold; wherein, the first frequency is less than the second frequency, the second frequency is less than the third frequency, the first threshold is less than the second threshold, and the second threshold is less than the third threshold.

[0096] Based on the above embodiments, optionally, the lighting method includes lighting colors. The car logo lighting module 630 is further configured to: determine the lighting method of the target car logo as a first color when the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than a first threshold; determine the lighting method of the target car logo as a second color when the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the first threshold and is less than a second threshold; determine the lighting method of the target car logo as a third color when the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the second threshold and is less than a third threshold; and determine the lighting method of the target car logo as a fourth color when the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the third threshold; wherein the brightness of the first color, the second color, the third color, and the fourth color gradually increases; the first threshold is less than the second threshold, and the second threshold is less than the third threshold.

[0097] Based on the above implementation, optionally, after illuminating the target car logo according to the illumination method, the device further includes: an extinguishing control module, used to determine the illumination duration of the target car logo; if the illumination duration reaches a preset duration, the target car logo is extinguished, and the process returns to the step of responding to the vehicle search command and obtaining the initial light intensity around the target vehicle.

[0098] Based on the above embodiments, optionally, after illuminating the target vehicle logo according to the illumination method, the device further includes: a brightness adjustment module, used to determine the vehicle start-up state and driver's driving state of the target vehicle when the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than a first threshold; wherein, the vehicle start-up state includes started and not started, and the driver's driving state includes occupied and unoccupied; and to determine the illumination brightness according to the vehicle start-up state and the driver's driving state, and to adjust the target vehicle logo according to the illumination brightness.

[0099] Based on the above implementation, optionally, the brightness adjustment module is further configured to control the target car logo to be constantly lit at a preset brightness if the vehicle is not started and the driver is not in the driver's seat; if the vehicle is started and / or the driver is in the driver's seat, the module acquires the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle, determines the lighting brightness based on the real-time light intensity, and adjusts the target car logo according to the lighting brightness.

[0100] Based on the above implementation, optionally, the brightness adjustment module is further configured to: control the target car logo to turn off when the real-time light intensity is greater than the intensity threshold, and return to the step of obtaining the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle; and when the real-time light intensity is not greater than the intensity threshold, determine the illumination brightness according to the real-time light intensity and a preset intensity-brightness correspondence, illuminate the target car logo according to the illumination brightness, and return to the step of obtaining the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle.

[0101] For ease of description, the above devices are described in terms of function, divided into various modules. Of course, in implementing this application, the functions of each module can be implemented in one or more software and / or hardware.

[0102] The apparatus described above is used to implement the corresponding vehicle logo lighting method in any of the foregoing embodiments, and has the beneficial effects of the corresponding method embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0103] Based on the same inventive concept, corresponding to the methods of any of the above embodiments, this application also provides an electronic device, including a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein when the processor executes the program, it implements the method for illuminating the car logo during car search as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0104] Figure 7 This embodiment illustrates a more specific hardware structure of an electronic device, which may include a processor 1010, a memory 1020, an input / output interface 1030, a communication interface 1040, and a bus 1050. The processor 1010, memory 1020, input / output interface 1030, and communication interface 1040 are interconnected internally via the bus 1050.

[0105] The processor 1010 can be implemented using a general-purpose CPU (Central Processing Unit), microprocessor, application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), or one or more integrated circuits, and is used to execute relevant programs to implement the technical solutions provided in the embodiments of this specification.

[0106] The memory 1020 can be implemented in the form of ROM (Read Only Memory), RAM (Random Access Memory), static storage device, dynamic storage device, etc. The memory 1020 can store the operating system and other applications. When the technical solutions provided in the embodiments of this specification are implemented by software or firmware, the relevant program code is stored in the memory 1020 and is called and executed by the processor 1010.

[0107] The input / output interface 1030 is used to connect input / output modules to realize information input and output. Input / output modules can be configured as components within the device (not shown in the figure) or externally connected to the device to provide corresponding functions. Input devices may include keyboards, mice, touchscreens, microphones, various sensors, etc., while output devices may include displays, speakers, vibrators, indicator lights, etc.

[0108] The communication interface 1040 is used to connect a communication module (not shown in the figure) to enable communication between this device and other devices. The communication module can communicate via wired means (such as USB, Ethernet cable, etc.) or wireless means (such as mobile network, WIFI, Bluetooth, etc.).

[0109] Bus 1050 includes a pathway for transmitting information between various components of the device, such as processor 1010, memory 1020, input / output interface 1030, and communication interface 1040.

[0110] It should be noted that although the above-described device only shows the processor 1010, memory 1020, input / output interface 1030, communication interface 1040, and bus 1050, in specific implementations, the device may also include other components necessary for normal operation. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will understand that the above-described device may only include the components necessary for implementing the embodiments of this specification, and not necessarily all the components shown in the figures.

[0111] The electronic device described above is used to implement the corresponding method for illuminating the vehicle logo during vehicle search in any of the foregoing embodiments, and has the beneficial effects of the corresponding method embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0112] Based on the same inventive concept, this application also provides a vehicle, wherein the vehicle includes electronic equipment as described in the above embodiments.

[0113] Based on the same inventive concept, corresponding to the methods of any of the above embodiments, this application also provides a computer-readable storage medium storing computer instructions for causing the computer to execute the method for illuminating the car logo during car search as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0114] The computer-readable medium of this embodiment includes permanent and non-permanent, removable and non-removable media, and information storage can be implemented by any method or technology. Information can be computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data. Examples of computer storage media include, but are not limited to, phase-change memory (PRAM), static random access memory (SRAM), dynamic random access memory (DRAM), other types of random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM), flash memory or other memory technologies, CD-ROM, digital versatile optical disc (DVD) or other optical storage, magnetic tape, magnetic magnetic disk storage or other magnetic storage devices, or any other non-transfer medium that can be used to store information accessible by a computing device.

[0115] The computer instructions stored in the storage medium of the above embodiments are used to cause the computer to execute the method for illuminating the car logo when searching for a car as described in any of the above embodiments, and have the beneficial effects of the corresponding method embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0116] Those skilled in the art should understand that the discussion of any of the above embodiments is merely exemplary and is not intended to imply that the scope of this application (including the claims) is limited to these examples; within the framework of this application, the technical features of the above embodiments or different embodiments can also be combined, the steps can be implemented in any order, and there are many other variations of different aspects of the embodiments of this application as described above, which are not provided in the details for the sake of brevity.

[0117] Additionally, to simplify the description and discussion, and to avoid obscuring the embodiments of this application, the well-known power / ground connections to integrated circuit (IC) chips and other components may or may not be shown in the provided drawings. Furthermore, the apparatus may be shown in block diagram form to avoid obscuring the embodiments of this application, and this also takes into account the fact that the details of the implementation of these block diagram apparatuses are highly dependent on the platform on which the embodiments of this application will be implemented (i.e., these details should be fully understood by those skilled in the art). While specific details (e.g., circuits) have been set forth to describe exemplary embodiments of this application, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the embodiments of this application can be implemented without these specific details or with variations thereof. Therefore, these descriptions should be considered illustrative rather than restrictive.

[0118] Although this application has been described in conjunction with specific embodiments thereof, many substitutions, modifications, and variations of these embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the foregoing description. For example, other memory architectures (e.g., dynamic RAM (DRAM)) may be used with the embodiments discussed.

[0119] The embodiments of this application are intended to cover all such substitutions, modifications, and variations that fall within the broad scope of the appended claims. Therefore, any omissions, modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the embodiments of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A method for illuminating a vehicle emblem when locating a vehicle, characterized in that, include: In response to a vehicle search command, the initial light intensity around the target vehicle is obtained; When the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold, the distance between the user and the target vehicle is determined. Based on the distance between the person and the vehicle, determine the lighting method for the target car logo located on the target vehicle, and light up the target car logo according to the lighting method; When the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than a first threshold, the vehicle start status and driver's driving status of the target vehicle are determined; wherein, the vehicle start status includes started and not started, and the driver's driving status includes occupied and unoccupied; the vehicle start status and the driver's driving status are used to determine whether the target vehicle has started or is preparing to start. If the vehicle is not started and the driver is not in the driver's seat, then the target car logo is controlled to remain lit at a preset brightness. If the vehicle is in the "started" state and / or the driver is in the "occupied" state, then the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle is obtained, the illumination brightness is determined based on the real-time light intensity, and the target car logo is adjusted based on the illumination brightness. If the system detects that the user searching for the car is not in the driver's seat, the system will turn off the target car icon after a preset time period.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lighting method includes a flashing frequency. Determining the lighting method for the target vehicle emblem located on the target vehicle based on the distance between the person and the vehicle includes: If the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than a first threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be constantly lit. When the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the first threshold and less than the second threshold, the lighting method of the target vehicle logo is determined to be flashing at the first frequency; If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the second threshold and less than the third threshold, the lighting method of the target vehicle logo is determined to be flashing at the second frequency. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the third threshold, the lighting method of the target vehicle logo is determined to be flashing at the third frequency; Wherein, the first frequency is less than the second frequency, and the second frequency is less than the third frequency; the first threshold is less than the second threshold, and the second threshold is less than the third threshold.

3. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lighting method includes lighting colors, and determining the lighting method of the target car logo on the target vehicle based on the distance between the person and the vehicle includes: If the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than a first threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be illuminated in the first color. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the first threshold and less than the second threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be illuminated in the second color. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the second threshold and less than the third threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be illuminated in the third color. If the distance between the person and the vehicle is not less than the third threshold, the target vehicle logo is determined to be illuminated in the fourth color. The brightness of the first color, the second color, the third color, and the fourth color gradually increases; the first threshold is less than the second threshold, and the second threshold is less than the third threshold.

4. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, After illuminating the target car logo according to the illumination method, the method further includes: Determine the illumination duration of the target car logo; If the illumination duration reaches the preset duration, the target vehicle logo is turned off, and the process returns to the step of responding to the vehicle search command and obtaining the initial light intensity around the target vehicle.

5. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The step of determining the illumination brightness based on the real-time light intensity and adjusting the target car logo based on the illumination brightness includes: If the real-time light intensity is greater than the intensity threshold, control the target car logo to turn off, and return to the step of obtaining the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle; If the real-time light intensity is not greater than the intensity threshold, the illumination brightness is determined according to the real-time light intensity and the preset intensity-brightness correspondence. The target car logo is then illuminated according to the illumination brightness, and the process returns to the step of obtaining the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle.

6. A device for illuminating a vehicle emblem when locating a vehicle, characterized in that, include: The vehicle search response module is used to respond to a vehicle search command and obtain the initial light intensity around the target vehicle. The distance determination module is used to determine the distance between the user and the target vehicle when the initial light intensity is less than the intensity threshold. The vehicle logo lighting module is used to determine the lighting method of the target vehicle logo located on the target vehicle based on the distance between the person and the vehicle, and to light up the target vehicle logo according to the lighting method. A brightness adjustment module is used to determine the vehicle start-up status and driver's driving status of the target vehicle when the distance between the person and the vehicle is less than a first threshold. The vehicle start-up status includes "started" and "not started," and the driver's driving status includes "occupied" and "unoccupied." The vehicle start-up status and driver's driving status are used to determine whether the target vehicle has started or is preparing to start. If the vehicle start-up status is "not started" and the driver's driving status is "unoccupied," the target vehicle logo is controlled to remain constantly lit at a preset brightness. If the vehicle start-up status is "started" and / or the driver's driving status is "occupied," the real-time light intensity around the target vehicle is acquired, the illumination brightness is determined based on the real-time light intensity, and the target vehicle logo is adjusted according to the illumination brightness. If the system detects that the user searching for the car is not in the driver's seat, the system will turn off the target car icon after a preset time period.

7. An electronic device comprising a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, characterized in that, When the processor executes the program, it implements the method for illuminating the vehicle logo during vehicle search as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.

8. A vehicle, characterized in that, Including the electronic device as described in claim 7.

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