Vehicle light system and vehicle
By installing environmental acquisition devices and controllers inside the vehicle, the illumination area and angle of the light source can be adjusted, solving the problem of single-control vehicle lighting systems and achieving intelligent lighting adjustment and energy-saving effects.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202310610490.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2023-05-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-24
- Estimated Expiration
- 2043-05-25
AI Technical Summary
Existing vehicle interior lighting systems have a single control method, fixed light sources, and limited illumination range, making it difficult to meet the diverse comfort needs of users.
Environmental data is collected using devices such as cameras and pressure sensors. The controller adjusts the illumination area and angle of the light source to achieve intelligent lighting adjustment and create dedicated area illumination.
It enables intelligent adjustment of the lighting system, meeting the diverse lighting scenarios required by different users, avoiding energy waste, and improving in-vehicle comfort and energy efficiency.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present application relates to the field of light technology, in particular to a vehicle light system and a vehicle. BACKGROUND
[0002] With the development of vehicle technology, vehicles are increasingly widely used and gradually become the second place for users to rest. In order to facilitate users to rest, read or perform other activities in the vehicle and improve the comfort of the vehicle, the vehicle body is usually provided with an interior light, so the interior light needs to be controlled.
[0003] In the related art, each interior light needs to be manually controlled by a user to turn on or off, and the control mode is single. The interior light source is fixed, the illumination range is limited, and the light distribution is not adjustable, which leads to poor comfort of the vehicle and is difficult to meet the user's needs. SUMMARY
[0004] The present application provides a vehicle light system and a vehicle to solve at least some problems in the related art.
[0005] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a vehicle, comprising: a front windshield, a plurality of car seats, and a vehicle light system; the vehicle light system comprises:
[0006] a plurality of light sources, at least one of the car seats is movably provided with at least one of the light sources;
[0007] an environment acquisition device, arranged on at least one of the car seats and the front windshield, for acquiring environmental information;
[0008] a controller, electrically connected with the light sources and the environment acquisition device, for adjusting the illumination area of the light sources according to the environmental information.
[0009] Further, the environment acquisition device comprises a plurality of rotatable cameras, at least one of the car seats and the front windshield is provided with the cameras, the cameras are used to acquire at least one of the following environmental information: the human body posture, the line of sight direction, and the reading material features of the passenger; the controller is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger according to the information acquired by the cameras, and adjust the light sources to a specified angle and light intensity to illuminate a specified area in the vehicle; and / or
[0010] the environment acquisition device comprises a plurality of rotatable cameras, at least one of the car seats and the front windshield is provided with the cameras, the cameras are used to acquire environmental information below the door when the door is opened; when the controller determines that the brightness of the environmental information below the door does not meet the set requirements, the light sources are adjusted to a specified angle and light intensity to illuminate the area below the door; and / or
[0011] The vehicle further comprises a roof curtain, the environment acquisition device comprises a plurality of rotatable cameras, at least one of the car seats and the front windshield is provided with the camera, the camera is used to acquire the environment information outside the vehicle; when the controller determines that the brightness of the environment information outside the vehicle does not meet the set requirement, the light source is adjusted to a specified angle and light intensity, and the roof curtain is irradiated.
[0012] Further, the plurality of car seats comprises front seats and rear seats, the front seats are provided with first headrests, and the first headrests are provided with the cameras at least one of the side facing the rear seats and the side facing away from the rear seats; and / or
[0013] The plurality of car seats comprises front seats and rear seats, the rear seats are provided with second headrests, and the second headrests are provided with the cameras at least one of the side facing the front seats and the side facing away from the front seats.
[0014] Further, the vehicle further comprises a roof curtain, and the controller is used to adjust the light source to a specified angle, light intensity and opening and closing sequence, and irradiate the roof curtain.
[0015] Further, the environment acquisition device comprises a plurality of pressure sensors, at least one of the car seats is provided with the pressure sensor, and the pressure sensor is used to acquire the fitting state information of the car seat and the passenger's body; the controller is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger according to the information acquired by the pressure sensor, and adjust the light source to a specified angle and light intensity to irradiate a specified area in the vehicle according to the 3D sitting posture information; and / or
[0016] The vehicle further comprises a plurality of safety belts arranged on the car seats, the environment acquisition device comprises a plurality of pressure sensing units, each of the safety belts is provided with the pressure sensing unit, and the pressure sensing unit is used to acquire the fitting state information of the safety belt and the passenger's body; the controller is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger according to the information acquired by the pressure sensing unit, and adjust the light source to a specified angle and light intensity to irradiate a specified area in the vehicle according to the 3D sitting posture information.
[0017] Further, the plurality of car seats comprises front seats, the front seats are provided with first headrests, and the top of the front seats is provided with two light sources, and the two light sources are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the first headrests; and / or
[0018] The plurality of automobile seats comprises rear seats provided with second headrest cushions, and the top of the rear seats is provided with two lamp sources symmetrically arranged on both sides of the second headrest cushions.
[0019] Further, the top of the automobile seat is provided with a receiving cavity, and the vehicle light system further comprises a lifting mechanism arranged in the receiving cavity, the lamp source is connected with the lifting mechanism, and the lifting mechanism is electrically connected with the controller.
[0020] Further, the vehicle light system further comprises a multi-directional adjusting mounting seat and a motor connected with the multi-directional adjusting mounting seat, the multi-directional adjusting mounting seat is connected with the lamp source, and the motor is electrically connected with the controller.
[0021] Further, the plurality of automobile seats comprises front seats and rear seats, at least one of the front seats and the rear seats is movably provided with at least one lamp source, and the environment collecting device is arranged on at least one of the front seats, the rear seats and the front windshield.
[0022] In a second aspect, the embodiments of the present application provide a vehicle light system, comprising:
[0023] a plurality of lamp sources movably arranged on automobile seats of a vehicle;
[0024] an environment collecting device arranged on at least one of the automobile seats and the front windshield of the vehicle, for collecting environmental information;
[0025] a controller electrically connected with the lamp sources and the environment collecting device, for adjusting the illumination area of the plurality of lamp sources according to the environmental information.
[0026] Further, the environment collecting device comprises a plurality of rotatable cameras arranged on at least one of the automobile seats and the front windshield of the vehicle; the cameras are used to collect at least one of the following environmental information: human body posture, line of sight direction and reading characteristics of passengers; the controller is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passengers according to the information collected by the cameras, and adjust the lamp sources to a specified angle and light intensity to irradiate a specified area in the vehicle; and / or
[0027] The environment collecting device comprises a plurality of rotatable cameras arranged on at least one of the automobile seats and the front windshield of the vehicle; the cameras are used to collect environmental information below the door when the door is opened; when the controller determines that the brightness of the environmental information below the door does not meet the set requirements, the lamp sources are adjusted to a specified angle and light intensity to irradiate the area below the door; and / or
[0028] The environmental acquisition device includes multiple rotatable cameras, which are installed in at least one of the vehicle's seats and windshield. The cameras are used to acquire environmental information outside the vehicle. When the controller determines that the brightness of the external environment does not meet set requirements, it adjusts the light source to illuminate the vehicle's roof awning at a specified angle and intensity; and / or
[0029] The environmental acquisition device includes multiple pressure sensors for installation on the vehicle seats; the pressure sensors collect information on the contact status between the vehicle seats and the passenger's body; the controller simulates and generates 3D posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensors, and adjusts the light source to illuminate a designated area inside the vehicle at a specified angle and intensity based on the 3D posture information; and / or
[0030] The environmental acquisition device includes multiple pressure sensing units for installation on each seat belt in the vehicle. The pressure sensing units are used to collect information on the fit between the seat belt and the passenger's body. The controller is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensing units, and adjust the light source according to the 3D sitting posture information to illuminate a designated area inside the vehicle at a specified angle and light intensity.
[0031] Furthermore, the controller is used to adjust the light source to illuminate the vehicle's roof awning at a specified angle, light intensity, and opening / closing sequence.
[0032] Furthermore, the vehicle's seat has a receiving cavity at its top, and the vehicle lighting system also includes a lifting mechanism located within the receiving cavity. The light source is connected to the lifting mechanism, and the lifting mechanism is electrically connected to the controller.
[0033] Furthermore, it also includes a multi-directional adjustable mounting base and a motor connected to the multi-directional adjustable mounting base, the multi-directional adjustable mounting base being connected to the light source, and the motor being electrically connected to the controller.
[0034] The vehicle in this embodiment of the application collects environmental information through an environmental acquisition device, which can intelligently identify customer needs. The controller can intelligently adjust the illumination area of the light source according to the environmental information and make differential adjustments to the illumination area. Under the condition of meeting specific needs, it can form a dedicated area and provide precise illumination, which can avoid large-area illumination and energy waste, and achieve energy saving and environmental protection.
[0035] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description
[0036] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.
[0037] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a structural block diagram of an exemplary embodiment of the vehicle lighting system of this application.
[0038] Figure 2 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of an exemplary embodiment of the vehicle of this application.
[0039] Figure 3 The image shown is a top view of an exemplary embodiment of the vehicle described in this application.
[0040] Figure 4 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of another exemplary embodiment of the vehicle of this application.
[0041] Figure 5 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of yet another exemplary embodiment of the vehicle of this application.
[0042] Figure 6 As shown Figure 5 The vehicle shown is shown in a top view.
[0043] Figure 7 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of yet another exemplary embodiment of the vehicle of this application.
[0044] Figure 8 As shown Figure 7 The vehicle shown is shown in a top view.
[0045] Figure 9 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of an exemplary embodiment of the rear seat of the vehicle of this application.
[0046] Figure 10 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of another exemplary embodiment of the rear seat of the vehicle of this application.
[0047] Figure 11 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of yet another exemplary embodiment of the vehicle of this application.
[0048] Figure 12 As shown Figure 11 The vehicle shown is shown in a top view.
[0049] Figure 13 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of yet another exemplary embodiment of the vehicle of this application.
[0050] Figure 14 As shown Figure 13 The vehicle shown is shown in a top view.
[0051] Figure 15 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of an exemplary embodiment of the front seat of the vehicle described in this application.
[0052] Figure 16 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of another exemplary embodiment of the front seat of the vehicle according to this application. Detailed Implementation
[0053] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims.
[0054] The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application. Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this application should be understood in their ordinary sense by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains. The terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this application specification and claims do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Similarly, the terms "a" or "one," etc., do not indicate a quantity limitation, but rather indicate the presence of at least one. "A plurality" or "several" indicates two or more. Unless otherwise indicated, the terms "front," "rear," "lower," and / or "upper," etc., are for ease of description only and are not limited to a location or spatial orientation. The terms "comprising" or "including," etc., mean that the elements or objects preceding "comprising" or "including" encompass the elements or objects listed following "comprising" or "including" and their equivalents, and do not exclude other elements or objects. The terms "connected," "linked," etc., are not limited to physical or mechanical connections and can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect.
[0055] The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in this application and the appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used herein refers to and includes any or all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.
[0056] This application provides a vehicle lighting system and a vehicle. The vehicle lighting system and vehicle of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise specified, the features of the following embodiments and implementations can be combined with each other.
[0057] See Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this application embodiment provides a vehicle, including: a body 10, a windshield 19, multiple car seats, and a vehicle lighting system 40. Optionally, the multiple car seats may include front seats 20 and rear seats 30. In this embodiment, there are two front seats 20, and the rear seats 30 may be two or three, suitable for small vehicles such as vans. Of course, in other examples, the multiple car seats may also include front seats, rear seats, and middle seats, suitable for large vehicles such as commercial vehicles.
[0058] The vehicle lighting system 40 includes multiple light sources 41, an environmental acquisition device 42, and a controller 43. At least one light source 41 is movably mounted on at least one vehicle seat. The environmental acquisition device 42 is located on at least one of the vehicle seat and the windshield 19, and is used to collect environmental information, which may include environmental information inside and outside the vehicle. The controller 43 is electrically connected to the light sources 41 and the environmental acquisition device 42, and is used to adjust the illumination area of the multiple light sources 41 according to the environmental information collected by the environmental acquisition device 42.
[0059] Thus, the vehicle in this embodiment of the application can collect environmental information through the environmental acquisition device 42, intelligently identify customer needs, and intelligently adjust the illumination area of the light source 41 according to the environmental information through the controller 43. This makes the illumination area and light distribution of the light source 41 adjustable, and allows for differential adjustments to the illumination area. Each light source 41 can be interconnected and intelligently cooperate to adjust and supplement areas with poor lighting. Under specific needs, it can form a dedicated area to accurately provide illumination, avoid large-area illumination and energy waste, achieve energy saving and environmental protection, and make the vehicle interior lighting adjustment modes and scenarios more diversified.
[0060] Understandably, at least one of the front seat 20 and the rear seat 30 is movably provided with at least one light source 41. At least one of the front seat 20, the rear seat 30, and the windshield 19 is provided with an environmental sensing device 42. That is, the light source and environmental sensing device of this application can include the following three arrangements:
[0061] (1) Each front seat 20 and rear seat 30 is equipped with a light source 41. Each front seat 20 and rear seat 30 is equipped with an environmental monitoring device 42, such as... Figures 2 to 4 As shown.
[0062] (2) The front seats 20 are not equipped with light sources 41 and environmental monitoring devices 42, while the rear seats 30 are equipped with light sources 41 and environmental monitoring devices 42. Figures 5 to 10 As shown.
[0063] (3) The rear seats 30 do not have light sources 41 or environmental monitoring devices 42, while the front seats 20 have light sources 41. The front seats 20 and the windshield 19 are equipped with environmental monitoring devices 42, such as... Figures 11 to 16 As shown.
[0064] In some alternative implementations, combined with Figures 2 to 4 As shown, in the arrangement (1), the environmental acquisition device 42 includes multiple rotatable cameras 421, and each front seat 20 and rear seat 30 is equipped with a camera 421. It can be understood that each front seat 20 and rear seat 30 can be equipped with one or more cameras 421, and the cameras 421 are rotatably mounted on the headrest of each seat, with good acquisition angle and field of view.
[0065] Optionally, the top of the front seat 20 is provided with a first headrest cushion 21, and at least one of the sides of the first headrest cushion 21 facing the rear seat 30 and the side facing away from the rear seat 30 is provided with a camera 421. The top of the rear seat 30 is provided with a second headrest cushion 31, and at least one of the sides of the second headrest cushion 31 facing the front seat 20 and the side facing away from the front seat 20 is provided with a camera 421.
[0066] Understandably, a camera 421 is located on the side of the first headrest cushion 21 facing away from the rear seat 30. This camera can be used to collect environmental information about the front passenger space. The controller 43 can control the various light sources 41 installed on the front seat 20 to collaboratively illuminate this area. Similarly, a camera 421 is located on the side of the second headrest cushion 31 facing away from the front seat 20. This camera can be used to collect environmental information about the vehicle's trunk space. The controller 43 can control the various light sources 41 installed on the rear seat 30 to collaboratively illuminate this area. Both the first headrest cushion 21 and the second headrest cushion 31 have cameras 421 on the side facing the front seat 20, which can be used to collect environmental information about the rear passenger space. The controller 43 can control the various light sources 41 installed on both the front seat 20 and the rear seat 30 to collaboratively illuminate this area. It should be noted that a camera 421 can also be installed on the vehicle's windshield to collect environmental information about the front passenger space.
[0067] In some optional embodiments, both the front seat 20 and the rear seat 30 have a receiving cavity (not shown) on their tops. The vehicle lighting system 40 may also include a lifting mechanism (not shown) located within the receiving cavity. The light source 41 is connected to the lifting mechanism, and the lifting mechanism is electrically connected to the controller 43. It is understood that the number of receiving cavities and lifting mechanisms can be set according to the number of light sources 41, with each light source 41 having one receiving cavity and lifting mechanism. Thus, when the light source 41 is not needed, the controller 43 can control the lifting mechanism to lower the light source 41 into the receiving cavity, achieving a concealed effect. When the light source 41 is needed, the controller 43 controls the lifting mechanism to raise the light source 41 for illumination. Of course, the light sources 41 can also be installed on each seat by flipping, achieving the same concealed effect.
[0068] In some optional embodiments, the vehicle lighting system 40 may further include a multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 and a motor 45 connected to the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44. The multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 is connected to the light source 41, and the motor 45 is electrically connected to the controller 43. Optionally, the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 can rotate 360 degrees, with a pitch angle ranging from 180 to 270 degrees vertically, thereby adjusting the light source 41 to a suitable angle for illumination. It is understood that the number of multi-directional adjustable mounting bases 44 and motors 45 can be set according to the number of light sources 41, with one multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 and motor 45 for each light source 41. Thus, the controller 43 can control the motor 45 to drive the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 to rotate to a suitable angle as needed, thereby adjusting the illumination angle of the light source 41. Furthermore, the light source 41 may have multiple intensity levels, and the controller 43 can adjust the light source 41 to an appropriate intensity level as needed, thereby adjusting the light intensity of the light source 41. Optionally, the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 can be connected to the lifting mechanism, or it can be configured as a flip-up structure. The lifting mechanism is driven by the motor 45 to raise or lower the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44, or the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 is driven by the motor 45 to flip, thereby enabling the light source 41 to achieve a concealed effect.
[0069] Furthermore, the top of the front seat 20 is provided with two light sources 41, which are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the first headrest cushion 21. The top of the rear seat 30 is provided with two light sources 41, which are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the second headrest cushion 31. Optionally, the two light sources 41 can be located in the middle area of the corresponding seat top. The light source 41 located on the front seat 20 can cover the illumination of the front and rear passenger spaces of the vehicle by adjusting the angle of the multi-directional adjustable mounting bracket 44. The light source 41 located on the rear seat 30 can cover the illumination of the rear passenger space and the trunk space of the vehicle by adjusting the angle of the multi-directional adjustable mounting bracket 44.
[0070] Of course, to achieve better illumination, four light sources 41 can also be installed on the top of the front seat 20, with two light sources 41 located on the side closer to the rear seat 30 and the other two light sources 41 located on the side farther from the rear seat 30. Four light sources 41 can also be installed on the top of the rear seat 30, with two light sources 41 located on the side closer to the front seat 20 and the other two light sources 41 located on the side farther from the front seat 20. The light sources 41 located on the side of the front seat 20 farther from the rear seat 30 illuminate the front passenger space. The light sources 41 located on the side of the rear seat 30 farther from the front seat 20 illuminate the trunk space. The light sources 41 located on the side of the front seat 20 closer to the rear seat 30 and the light sources 41 located on the side of the rear seat 30 closer to the front seat 20 illuminate the rear passenger space.
[0071] In some optional implementations, camera 421 can be used to collect at least one type of environmental information, including passenger posture, gaze direction, and reading material characteristics. Controller 43 can be used to simulate and generate 3D seating posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by camera 421, and adjust light sources 41 at a specified angle and intensity to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle based on the 3D seating posture information. It is understood that by accurately identifying passenger posture, reading material characteristics, gaze direction, and other information through camera 421, and simulating and generating 3D seating posture information of the passenger, controller 43 can intelligently adjust and match the light intensity and angle of each light source 41 to illuminate the designated area 11 inside the vehicle. This can meet the lighting needs of various life scenarios, such as in-vehicle reading mode, shared communication mode, in-vehicle item finding mode, makeup touch-up mode, beauty shooting mode, and live streaming mode.
[0072] Combination Figure 3As shown, for example, when camera 421 detects that a passenger in the left-side rear seat 30 needs information such as reading, makeup application, taking photos, or live streaming in the car, controller 43 can control the light sources 41 to illuminate area 11A (which can be understood as the left-side exclusive lighting area for avoiding disturbances). When camera 421 detects that a passenger in the right-side rear seat 30 needs information such as reading, makeup application, taking photos, or live streaming in the car, controller 43 can control the light sources 41 to illuminate area 11C (which can be understood as the right-side exclusive lighting area for avoiding disturbances). When camera 421 detects that a passenger in the rear seat 30 needs information for sharing and communication, controller 43 can control the light sources 41 to illuminate the middle area 11B of the rear space (which can be understood as the exclusive lighting area for sharing and communication). In this way, intelligent linkage and matching of multiple light sources can achieve a shadowless lighting effect, improving the customer's reading and communication experience and meeting the lighting needs of various life scenarios such as makeup application, taking photos, and live streaming. It can create a dedicated area and provide precise illumination while meeting the needs of specific passengers without affecting other customers in the vehicle. In addition, the controller 43 can adjust the intensity of the light source 41 according to the different reading materials of the passengers.
[0073] Combination Figure 4 As shown, by setting up the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 and the motor 45, even if the seat angles of the front seat 20 and the rear seat 30 are adjusted, the controller 43 can still control the motor 45 to adjust the angle of the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 to a suitable position to ensure that the illumination area of each light source 41 remains unchanged. In this way, the linkage adjustment of the lights and the seats is realized, and the light sources are not affected by the seat angle adjustment and can still lock the illumination area.
[0074] When a passenger needs to find an item in the vehicle, the camera 421 can capture the customer's posture or line of sight in real time, and the controller 43 can adjust the illumination area, angle and brightness of each light source 41 according to the customer's posture or line of sight, so that the customer can find the item in the vehicle.
[0075] When a passenger needs to store items in the trunk, the camera 421 collects information about the passenger's orientation towards the trunk. The controller 43 can then adjust the illumination angle and brightness of each light source 41 according to the passenger's posture when storing or retrieving items, the direction of their head, and the direction of their gaze. This illuminates the trunk area of the vehicle without being obstructed by the rear seats, thus improving the lighting effect in the trunk area.
[0076] In some optional implementations, camera 421 can also be used to collect environmental information below the car door when the door is open. When controller 43 determines that the brightness of the environmental information below the car door does not meet the set requirements, it adjusts light source 41 to illuminate the area below the car door at a specified angle and intensity, which can meet the needs of the welcoming mode for passengers getting on and off the vehicle. Understandably, when the light below the car door is dim when the door is open, the controller can control the light source to illuminate the area below the car door downwards, making it easier for passengers to observe road conditions and providing convenience and safety for passengers getting on and off the vehicle. This can adapt to various scenarios with different brightness levels, such as outdoor parking, underground parking garages, and rainy weather.
[0077] In some optional implementations, the vehicle may also include a roof awning, and the camera 421 may also be used to collect environmental information outside the vehicle. When the controller 43 determines that the brightness of the environmental information outside the vehicle does not meet the set requirements, it adjusts the light source 41 to illuminate the roof awning at a specified angle and light intensity, which can satisfy the external observation mode. Understandably, when the external light is dim, the controller can control the light source to shine upwards onto the roof awning, illuminating the outside of the vehicle through the roof awning. In dark environments, this facilitates passengers' observation of the surrounding environment above the roof. This adapts to the brightness requirements of various scenarios under different external light conditions, improving the user experience, such as adapting to different brightness requirements in various scenarios such as outdoor driving, underground parking garages, and rainy weather. Furthermore, the controller 43 may also be used to adjust the light source 41 to illuminate the roof awning at a specified angle, light intensity, and opening / closing sequence. In this way, the controller 43 can control the flashing, opening, and closing of each light source 41 to achieve a light show effect.
[0078] In some optional embodiments, the environmental acquisition device 42 may further include multiple pressure sensors 422, with each front seat 20 and rear seat 30 equipped with a pressure sensor 422. The pressure sensors 422 are used to collect information on the contact status between the front seat 20 and the rear seat 30 and the passenger's body. The controller 43 is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensors 422, and adjust the light source 41 according to the 3D sitting posture information to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle at a specified angle and light intensity.
[0079] Understandably, the pressure sensor 422 can accurately identify the passenger's sitting posture, thereby simulating and generating 3D sitting posture information. Based on this generated 3D posture information, the controller 43 intelligently adjusts and matches the light intensity and angle of each light source 41 to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle. This can also meet the lighting needs of various life scenarios such as in-car reading mode, shared communication mode, in-car item search mode, makeup touch-up mode, beauty shooting mode, and live streaming mode. It should be noted that the camera 421 and the pressure sensor 422 can work together; the controller 43 can more accurately simulate and generate the passenger's 3D sitting posture information based on the information collected by both the camera 421 and the pressure sensor 422.
[0080] In some alternative embodiments, the vehicle may further include multiple seat belts located on the front seats 20 and the rear seats 30. The environmental acquisition device 42 may also include multiple pressure sensing units, each of which is equipped with a pressure sensing unit. The pressure sensing unit is used to collect information on the fit between the seat belt and the passenger's body. The controller 43 is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensing units, and adjusts the light source 41 according to the 3D sitting posture information to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle at a specified angle and light intensity.
[0081] Understandably, the pressure sensing unit can accurately identify the passenger's sitting posture, thereby simulating and generating 3D sitting posture information. Based on this generated 3D sitting posture information, the controller 43 intelligently adjusts and matches the light intensity and angle of each light source 41 to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle. This can also meet the lighting needs of various life scenarios such as in-vehicle reading mode, shared communication mode, in-vehicle item finding mode, makeup touch-up mode, beauty shooting mode, and live streaming mode. It should be noted that the camera 421 and the pressure sensing unit can work together. The controller 43 can more accurately simulate and generate the passenger's 3D sitting posture information based on the information collected by the camera 421 and the pressure sensing unit. Furthermore, the camera 421, pressure sensor 422, and pressure sensing unit can work together. The controller 43 can more accurately simulate and generate the passenger's 3D sitting posture information based on the information collected by the camera 421, pressure sensor 422, and pressure sensing unit.
[0082] In some optional implementations, the controller 43 may include an image processor 431 and a signal processor 432. The image processor 431 can intelligently process the light source requirements of the current scene based on image information collected by each camera 421, and send instruction information to the signal processor 432. The signal processor 432 can intelligently connect to the vehicle's infotainment system and, based on external instructions, including physical buttons, voice messages, and vehicle infotainment system information, send control commands to each motor 45, causing each motor 45 to move precisely, driving the corresponding multi-directional adjustment mounting base 44 to rotate the corresponding light source 41 to a suitable angle, thereby enabling each light source 41 to accurately illuminate the target area. Optionally, the image processor 431 can also be used to receive information collected by the pressure sensor 422 and the pressure sensing unit, and intelligently process the light source requirements of the current scene.
[0083] It should be noted that the image processor 431 can also be configured according to the number of cameras 421, that is, one image processor 431 is configured for each camera 421. Similarly, the signal processor 432 can be configured according to the number of light sources 41, that is, one signal processor 432 is configured for each light source 41. For example, the image processor 431 corresponding to the camera 421 located on the front seat 20 can intelligently calculate and process the light source requirements of the current scene based on the image information collected by the corresponding camera 421, and send instruction information to the signal processor 432 corresponding to the light source 41 located on the front seat 20. The signal processor 432 sends control instructions to the corresponding motor 45, causing the motor 45 to move precisely, driving the corresponding multi-directional adjustment mounting base 44 to rotate the corresponding light source 41 to a suitable angle, thereby enabling the light source 41 located on the front seat 20 to accurately illuminate the target area.
[0084] In some alternative implementations, combined with Figures 5 to 10 As shown, in the above arrangement (2), the environmental acquisition device 42 includes multiple rotatable cameras 421, and each rear seat 30 is equipped with a camera 421. It can be understood that each rear seat 30 can be equipped with one or more cameras 421, and the cameras 421 are rotatably mounted on the headrest of each seat, with good acquisition angle and field of view.
[0085] Optionally, a second headrest 31 is provided on the top of the rear seat 30, and a camera 421 is provided at least one of the sides of the second headrest 31 facing the front of the vehicle (i.e., the side facing the front seat 20) and the side facing the rear of the vehicle (i.e., the side facing away from the front seat 20).
[0086] Understandable, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, a camera 421 is installed on the side of the second headrest cushion 31 facing away from the front seat 20 (i.e., the side facing the rear of the vehicle). This camera can be used to collect environmental information about the vehicle's trunk space. The controller 43 can control the various light sources 41 installed on the rear seat 30 to collaboratively illuminate this area. Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, a camera 421 is provided on the side of the second headrest cushion 31 facing the front seat 20 (that is, the side facing the front of the car), which can be used to collect environmental information of the rear space of the vehicle. The controller 43 can control the various light sources 41 set on the rear seat 30 to illuminate the area together.
[0087] In some optional embodiments, each rear seat 30 has a receiving cavity (not shown) on its top. The vehicle lighting system 40 may also include a lifting mechanism (not shown) located within the receiving cavity. The light source 41 is connected to the lifting mechanism, which is electrically connected to the controller 43. It is understood that the number of receiving cavities and lifting mechanisms can be set according to the number of light sources 41, with each light source 41 having one receiving cavity and lifting mechanism. Thus, when the light source 41 is not needed, the controller 43 can control the lifting mechanism to lower the light source 41 into the receiving cavity, achieving a concealed effect. When the light source 41 is needed, the controller 43 controls the lifting mechanism to raise the light source 41 for illumination. Of course, the light sources 41 can also be installed on each seat by flipping, achieving the same concealed effect.
[0088] In some optional embodiments, the vehicle lighting system 40 may further include a multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 and a motor 45 connected to the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44. The multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 is connected to the light source 41, and the motor 45 is electrically connected to the controller 43. Optionally, the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 can rotate 360 degrees, with a pitch angle ranging from 180 to 270 degrees vertically, thereby adjusting the light source 41 to a suitable angle for illumination. It is understood that the number of multi-directional adjustable mounting bases 44 and motors 45 can be set according to the number of light sources 41, with one multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 and motor 45 for each light source 41. Thus, the controller 43 can control the motor 45 to drive the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 to rotate to a suitable angle as needed, thereby adjusting the illumination angle of the light source 41. Furthermore, the light source 41 may have multiple intensity levels, and the controller 43 can adjust the light source 41 to an appropriate intensity level as needed, thereby adjusting the light intensity of the light source 41. Optionally, the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 can be connected to the lifting mechanism, or it can be configured as a flip-up structure. The lifting mechanism is driven by the motor 45 to raise or lower the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44, or the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 is driven by the motor 45 to flip, thereby enabling the light source 41 to achieve a concealed effect.
[0089] Furthermore, each rear seat 30 is equipped with two light sources 41 on its top, which are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the second headrest cushion 31. Optionally, the two light sources 41 can be located in the middle area of the corresponding seat top. The light sources 41 located on the rear seat 30 can cover the rear passenger space and the trunk space of the vehicle by adjusting the angle of the multi-directional adjustable mounting bracket 44.
[0090] Of course, to achieve better illumination, four light sources 41 can also be installed on the top of each rear seat 30, with two light sources 41 located on the side closer to the front seat 20 and the other two light sources 41 located on the side farther from the front seat 20. The light sources 41 located on the side of the rear seat 30 farther from the front seat 20 illuminate the vehicle's trunk space. The light sources 41 located on the side of the rear seat 30 closer to the front seat 20 illuminate the rear passenger space.
[0091] In some optional implementations, camera 421 can be used to collect at least one type of environmental information, including passenger posture, gaze direction, and reading material characteristics. Controller 43 can be used to simulate and generate 3D seating posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by camera 421, and adjust light sources 41 at a specified angle and intensity to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle based on the 3D seating posture information. It is understood that by accurately identifying passenger posture, reading material characteristics, gaze direction, and other information through camera 421, and simulating and generating 3D seating posture information of the passenger, controller 43 can intelligently adjust and match the light intensity and angle of each light source 41 to illuminate the designated area 11 inside the vehicle. This can meet the lighting needs of various life scenarios, such as in-vehicle reading mode, shared communication mode, in-vehicle item finding mode, makeup touch-up mode, beauty shooting mode, and live streaming mode.
[0092] Combination Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, when a passenger needs to store items in the trunk, when the camera 421 collects information about the passenger's orientation toward the trunk, the controller 43 can adjust the illumination angle and brightness of each light source 41 according to the customer's posture when storing or retrieving items, head orientation, and line of sight, illuminating the trunk area 11D of the vehicle, without being affected by the obstruction of the rear seats, thus improving the lighting effect of the trunk area.
[0093] Combination Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, for example, when camera 421 detects that a passenger in the left-side rear seat 30 needs information such as reading, makeup application, taking photos, or live streaming in the car, controller 43 can control the light sources 41 to illuminate area 11A (which can be understood as the left-side exclusive lighting area for avoiding disturbances). When camera 421 detects that a passenger in the right-side rear seat 30 needs information such as reading, makeup application, taking photos, or live streaming in the car, controller 43 can control the light sources 41 to illuminate area 11C (which can be understood as the right-side exclusive lighting area for avoiding disturbances). When camera 421 detects that a passenger in the rear seat 30 needs information for sharing and communication, controller 43 can control the light sources 41 to illuminate the middle area 11B of the rear space (which can be understood as the exclusive lighting area for sharing and communication). In this way, intelligent linkage and matching of multiple light sources can achieve a shadowless lighting effect, improving the customer's reading and communication experience and meeting the lighting needs of various life scenarios such as makeup application, taking photos, and live streaming. It can create a dedicated area and provide precise illumination while meeting the needs of specific passengers without affecting other customers in the vehicle. In addition, the controller 43 can adjust the intensity of the light source 41 according to the different reading materials of the passengers.
[0094] Combination Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, through the setting of the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 and the motor 45, even if the seat angle of the rear seat 30 is adjusted, the controller 43 can still control the motor 45 to adjust the angle of the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 to a suitable position to ensure that the illumination area of each light source 41 remains unchanged. In this way, the linkage adjustment of the lights and the seats is realized, and the light sources are not affected by the seat angle adjustment and can still lock the illumination area.
[0095] When a passenger needs to find an item in the vehicle, the camera 421 can capture the customer's posture or line of sight in real time, and the controller 43 can adjust the illumination area, angle and brightness of each light source 41 according to the customer's posture or line of sight, so that the customer can find the item in the vehicle.
[0096] In some optional implementations, camera 421 can also be used to collect environmental information below the car door when the door is open. When controller 43 determines that the brightness of the environmental information below the car door does not meet the set requirements, it adjusts light source 41 to illuminate the area below the car door at a specified angle and intensity, which can meet the needs of the welcoming mode for passengers getting on and off the vehicle. Understandably, when the light below the car door is dim when the door is open, the controller can control the light source to illuminate the area below the car door downwards, making it easier for passengers to observe road conditions and providing convenience and safety for passengers getting on and off the vehicle. This can adapt to various scenarios with different brightness levels, such as outdoor parking, underground parking garages, and rainy weather.
[0097] In some optional implementations, the vehicle may also include a roof awning, and the camera 421 may also be used to collect environmental information outside the vehicle. When the controller 43 determines that the brightness of the environmental information outside the vehicle does not meet the set requirements, it adjusts the light source 41 to illuminate the roof awning at a specified angle and light intensity, which can satisfy the external observation mode. Understandably, when the external light is dim, the controller can control the light source to shine upwards onto the roof awning, illuminating the outside of the vehicle through the roof awning. In dark environments, this facilitates passengers' observation of the surrounding environment above the roof. This adapts to the brightness requirements of various scenarios under different external light conditions, improving the user experience, such as adapting to different brightness requirements in various scenarios such as outdoor driving, underground parking garages, and rainy weather. Furthermore, the controller 43 may also be used to adjust the light source 41 to illuminate the roof awning at a specified angle, light intensity, and opening / closing sequence. In this way, the controller 43 can control the flashing, opening, and closing of each light source 41 to achieve a light show effect.
[0098] In some optional embodiments, the environmental acquisition device 42 may further include multiple pressure sensors 422, with each rear seat 30 equipped with a pressure sensor 422. The pressure sensors 422 are used to collect information on the contact status between the rear seat 30 and the passenger's body. The controller 43 is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensors 422, and adjust the light source 41 according to the 3D sitting posture information to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle at a specified angle and light intensity.
[0099] Understandably, the pressure sensor 422 can accurately identify the passenger's sitting posture, thereby simulating and generating 3D sitting posture information. Based on this generated 3D posture information, the controller 43 intelligently adjusts and matches the light intensity and angle of each light source 41 to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle. This can also meet the lighting needs of various life scenarios such as in-car reading mode, shared communication mode, in-car item search mode, makeup touch-up mode, beauty shooting mode, and live streaming mode. It should be noted that the camera 421 and the pressure sensor 422 can work together; the controller 43 can more accurately simulate and generate the passenger's 3D sitting posture information based on the information collected by both the camera 421 and the pressure sensor 422.
[0100] In some alternative embodiments, the vehicle may further include multiple seat belts provided in each of the rear seats 30, and the environmental acquisition device 42 may further include multiple pressure sensing units, each of the seat belts being equipped with a pressure sensing unit, which is used to collect information on the fit between the seat belt and the passenger's body. The controller 43 is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensing units, and adjust the light source 41 according to the 3D sitting posture information to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle at a specified angle and light intensity.
[0101] Understandably, the pressure sensing unit can accurately identify the passenger's sitting posture, thereby simulating and generating 3D sitting posture information. Based on this generated 3D sitting posture information, the controller 43 intelligently adjusts and matches the light intensity and angle of each light source 41 to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle. This can also meet the lighting needs of various life scenarios such as in-vehicle reading mode, shared communication mode, in-vehicle item finding mode, makeup touch-up mode, beauty shooting mode, and live streaming mode. It should be noted that the camera 421 and the pressure sensing unit can work together. The controller 43 can more accurately simulate and generate the passenger's 3D sitting posture information based on the information collected by the camera 421 and the pressure sensing unit. Furthermore, the camera 421, pressure sensor 422, and pressure sensing unit can work together. The controller 43 can more accurately simulate and generate the passenger's 3D sitting posture information based on the information collected by the camera 421, pressure sensor 422, and pressure sensing unit.
[0102] In some optional implementations, the controller 43 may include an image processor 431 and a signal processor 432. The image processor 431 can intelligently process the light source requirements of the current scene based on image information collected by each camera 421, and send instruction information to the signal processor 432. The signal processor 432 can intelligently connect to the vehicle's infotainment system and, based on external instructions, including physical buttons, voice messages, and vehicle infotainment system information, send control commands to each motor 45, causing each motor 45 to move precisely, driving the corresponding multi-directional adjustment mounting base 44 to rotate the corresponding light source 41 to a suitable angle, thereby enabling each light source 41 to accurately illuminate the target area. Optionally, the image processor 431 can also be used to receive information collected by the pressure sensor 422 and the pressure sensing unit, and intelligently process the light source requirements of the current scene.
[0103] It should be noted that the image processor 431 can also be configured according to the number of cameras 421, that is, one image processor 431 is configured for each camera 421. Similarly, the signal processor 432 can be configured according to the number of light sources 41, that is, one signal processor 432 is configured for each light source 41. For example, the image processor 431 corresponding to the camera 421 located on the rear seat 30 can intelligently calculate and process the light source requirements of the current scene based on the image information collected by the corresponding camera 421, and send instruction information to the signal processor 432 corresponding to the light source 41 located on the rear seat 30. The signal processor 432 sends control instructions to the corresponding motor 45, causing the motor 45 to move precisely, driving the corresponding multi-directional adjustment mounting base 44 to rotate the corresponding light source 41 to a suitable angle, so that the light source 41 located on the rear seat 30 can accurately illuminate the target area.
[0104] In some alternative implementations, combined withFigures 11 to 16 As shown, in the above arrangement (3), the environmental acquisition device 42 includes multiple rotatable cameras 421, and at least one of the windshield 19 and the front seats 20 is equipped with a camera 421. It can be understood that each front seat 20 can be equipped with one or more cameras 421, and the cameras 421 are rotatably mounted on the headrest of each seat, with good acquisition angle and field of view.
[0105] Optionally, the top of the front seat 20 is provided with a first headrest 21, and at least one of the first headrest 21 is provided with a camera 421 on the side facing the rear of the vehicle (that is, the side facing the rear seat 30) and the side facing the front of the vehicle (that is, the side facing away from the rear seat 30).
[0106] Understandable, such as Figure 11 and 12 As shown, a camera 421 is installed on the side of the windshield 19 and the first headrest cushion 21 facing away from the rear seat 30 (i.e., the side facing the front of the vehicle). This camera can be used to collect environmental information about the front space of the vehicle. The controller 43 can control the various light sources 41 installed on the front seat 20 to collaboratively illuminate the front area 11D of the vehicle. Figure 13 and 14 As shown, a camera 421 is provided on the side of the first headrest cushion 21 facing the rear seat 30 (that is, the side facing the rear of the vehicle), which can be used to collect environmental information of the rear space of the vehicle. The controller 43 can control the various light sources 41 set on the front seat 20 to illuminate the area together.
[0107] In some optional embodiments, each front seat 20 has a receiving cavity (not shown) at its top. The vehicle lighting system 40 may also include a lifting mechanism (not shown) located within the receiving cavity. The light source 41 is connected to the lifting mechanism, which is electrically connected to the controller 43. It is understood that the number of receiving cavities and lifting mechanisms can be set according to the number of light sources 41, with each light source 41 having one receiving cavity and lifting mechanism. Thus, when the light source 41 is not needed, the controller 43 can control the lifting mechanism to lower the light source 41 into the receiving cavity, achieving a concealed effect. When the light source 41 is needed, the controller 43 controls the lifting mechanism to raise the light source 41 for illumination. Of course, the light sources 41 can also be installed on each seat by flipping, achieving the same concealed effect.
[0108] In some optional embodiments, the vehicle lighting system 40 may further include a multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 and a motor 45 connected to the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44. The multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 is connected to the light source 41, and the motor 45 is electrically connected to the controller 43. Optionally, the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 can rotate 360 degrees, with a pitch angle ranging from 180 to 270 degrees vertically, thereby adjusting the light source 41 to a suitable angle for illumination. It is understood that the number of multi-directional adjustable mounting bases 44 and motors 45 can be set according to the number of light sources 41, with one multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 and motor 45 for each light source 41. Thus, the controller 43 can control the motor 45 to drive the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 to rotate to a suitable angle as needed, thereby adjusting the illumination angle of the light source 41. Furthermore, the light source 41 may have multiple intensity levels, and the controller 43 can adjust the light source 41 to an appropriate intensity level as needed, thereby adjusting the light intensity of the light source 41. Optionally, the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 can be connected to the lifting mechanism, or it can be configured as a flip-up structure. The lifting mechanism is driven by the motor 45 to raise or lower the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44, or the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 is driven by the motor 45 to flip, thereby enabling the light source 41 to achieve a concealed effect.
[0109] Furthermore, each front seat 20 is provided with two light sources 41 on its top, which are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the first headrest cushion 21. Optionally, the two light sources 41 can be located in the middle area of the corresponding seat top. The light sources 41 located on the front seat 20 can cover the illumination of the front and rear spaces of the vehicle by adjusting the angle of the multi-directional adjustable mounting bracket 44.
[0110] Of course, to achieve better illumination, four light sources 41 can also be installed on the top of each front seat 20, with two light sources 41 located on the side closer to the rear seat 30 and the other two light sources 41 located on the side farther from the rear seat 30. The light sources 41 located on the side of the front seat 20 farther from the rear seat 30 illuminate the front space of the vehicle. The light sources 41 located on the side of the front seat 20 closer to the rear seat 30 illuminate the rear space of the vehicle.
[0111] In some optional implementations, camera 421 can be used to collect at least one type of environmental information, including passenger posture, gaze direction, and reading material characteristics. Controller 43 can be used to simulate and generate 3D seating posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by camera 421, and adjust light sources 41 at a specified angle and intensity to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle based on the 3D seating posture information. It is understood that by accurately identifying passenger posture, reading material characteristics, gaze direction, and other information through camera 421, and simulating and generating 3D seating posture information of the passenger, controller 43 can intelligently adjust and match the light intensity and angle of each light source 41 to illuminate the designated area 11 inside the vehicle. This can meet the lighting needs of various life scenarios, such as in-vehicle reading mode, shared communication mode, in-vehicle item finding mode, makeup touch-up mode, beauty shooting mode, and live streaming mode.
[0112] Combination Figure 13 and Figure 14 As shown, for example, when camera 421 detects that a passenger in the left-side rear seat 30 needs information such as reading, makeup application, taking photos, or live streaming in the car, controller 43 can control the light sources 41 to illuminate area 11A (which can be understood as the left-side exclusive lighting area for avoiding disturbances). When camera 421 detects that a passenger in the right-side rear seat 30 needs information such as reading, makeup application, taking photos, or live streaming in the car, controller 43 can control the light sources 41 to illuminate area 11C (which can be understood as the right-side exclusive lighting area for avoiding disturbances). When camera 421 detects that a passenger in the rear seat 30 needs information for sharing and communication, controller 43 can control the light sources 41 to illuminate the middle area 11B of the rear space (which can be understood as the exclusive lighting area for sharing and communication). In this way, intelligent linkage and matching of multiple light sources can achieve a shadowless lighting effect, improving the customer's reading and communication experience and meeting the lighting needs of various life scenarios such as makeup application, taking photos, and live streaming. It can create a dedicated area and provide precise illumination while meeting the needs of specific passengers without affecting other customers in the vehicle. In addition, the controller 43 can adjust the intensity of the light source 41 according to the different reading materials of the passengers.
[0113] Combination Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, by setting up the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 and the motor 45, even if the seat angle of the front seat 20 is adjusted, the controller 43 can still control the motor 45 to adjust the angle of the multi-directional adjustable mounting base 44 to a suitable position to ensure that the illumination area of each light source 41 remains unchanged. In this way, the linkage adjustment of the lights and the seat is realized, and the light source is not affected by the seat angle adjustment and can still lock the illumination area.
[0114] When a passenger needs to find an item in the vehicle, the camera 421 can capture the customer's posture or line of sight in real time, and the controller 43 can adjust the illumination area, angle and brightness of each light source 41 according to the customer's posture or line of sight, so that the customer can find the item in the vehicle.
[0115] In some optional implementations, camera 421 can also be used to collect environmental information below the car door when the door is open. When controller 43 determines that the brightness of the environmental information below the car door does not meet the set requirements, it adjusts light source 41 to illuminate the area below the car door at a specified angle and intensity, which can meet the needs of the welcoming mode for passengers getting on and off the vehicle. Understandably, when the light below the car door is dim when the door is open, the controller can control the light source to illuminate the area below the car door downwards, making it easier for passengers to observe road conditions and providing convenience and safety for passengers getting on and off the vehicle. This can adapt to various scenarios with different brightness levels, such as outdoor parking, underground parking garages, and rainy weather.
[0116] In some optional implementations, the vehicle may also include a roof awning, and the camera 421 may also be used to collect environmental information outside the vehicle. When the controller 43 determines that the brightness of the environmental information outside the vehicle does not meet the set requirements, it adjusts the light source 41 to illuminate the roof awning at a specified angle and light intensity, which can satisfy the external observation mode. Understandably, when the external light is dim, the controller can control the light source to shine upwards onto the roof awning, illuminating the outside of the vehicle through the roof awning. In dark environments, this facilitates passengers' observation of the surrounding environment above the roof. This adapts to the brightness requirements of various scenarios under different external light conditions, improving the user experience, such as adapting to different brightness requirements in various scenarios such as outdoor driving, underground parking garages, and rainy weather. Furthermore, the controller 43 may also be used to adjust the light source 41 to illuminate the roof awning at a specified angle, light intensity, and opening / closing sequence. In this way, the controller 43 can control the flashing, opening, and closing of each light source 41 to achieve a light show effect.
[0117] In some optional embodiments, the environmental acquisition device 42 may further include multiple pressure sensors 422, with each front seat 20 equipped with a pressure sensor 422. The pressure sensors 422 are used to collect information on the contact status between the front seat 20 and the passenger's body. The controller 43 is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensors 422, and adjust the light source 41 according to the 3D sitting posture information to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle at a specified angle and light intensity.
[0118] Understandably, the pressure sensor 422 can accurately identify the passenger's sitting posture, thereby simulating and generating 3D sitting posture information. Based on this generated 3D posture information, the controller 43 intelligently adjusts and matches the light intensity and angle of each light source 41 to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle. This can also meet the lighting needs of various life scenarios such as in-car reading mode, shared communication mode, in-car item search mode, makeup touch-up mode, beauty shooting mode, and live streaming mode. It should be noted that the camera 421 and the pressure sensor 422 can work together; the controller 43 can more accurately simulate and generate the passenger's 3D sitting posture information based on the information collected by both the camera 421 and the pressure sensor 422.
[0119] In some alternative embodiments, the vehicle may further include multiple seat belts provided in each of the front seats 20, and the environmental acquisition device 42 may further include multiple pressure sensing units, each of the seat belts being equipped with a pressure sensing unit, which is used to collect information on the fit between the seat belt and the passenger's body. The controller 43 is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensing units, and adjust the light source 41 according to the 3D sitting posture information to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle at a specified angle and light intensity.
[0120] Understandably, the pressure sensing unit can accurately identify the passenger's sitting posture, thereby simulating and generating 3D sitting posture information. Based on this generated 3D sitting posture information, the controller 43 intelligently adjusts and matches the light intensity and angle of each light source 41 to illuminate a designated area 11 inside the vehicle. This can also meet the lighting needs of various life scenarios such as in-vehicle reading mode, shared communication mode, in-vehicle item finding mode, makeup touch-up mode, beauty shooting mode, and live streaming mode. It should be noted that the camera 421 and the pressure sensing unit can work together. The controller 43 can more accurately simulate and generate the passenger's 3D sitting posture information based on the information collected by the camera 421 and the pressure sensing unit. Furthermore, the camera 421, pressure sensor 422, and pressure sensing unit can work together. The controller 43 can more accurately simulate and generate the passenger's 3D sitting posture information based on the information collected by the camera 421, pressure sensor 422, and pressure sensing unit.
[0121] In some optional implementations, the controller 43 may include an image processor 431 and a signal processor 432. The image processor 431 can intelligently process the light source requirements of the current scene based on image information collected by each camera 421, and send instruction information to the signal processor 432. The signal processor 432 can intelligently connect to the vehicle's infotainment system and, based on external instructions, including physical buttons, voice messages, and vehicle infotainment system information, send control commands to each motor 45, causing each motor 45 to move precisely, driving the corresponding multi-directional adjustment mounting base 44 to rotate the corresponding light source 41 to a suitable angle, thereby enabling each light source 41 to accurately illuminate the target area. Optionally, the image processor 431 can also be used to receive information collected by the pressure sensor 422 and the pressure sensing unit, and intelligently process the light source requirements of the current scene.
[0122] It should be noted that the image processor 431 can also be configured according to the number of cameras 421, that is, one image processor 431 is configured for each camera 421. Similarly, the signal processor 432 can be configured according to the number of light sources 41, that is, one signal processor 432 is configured for each light source 41. For example, the image processor 431 corresponding to the camera 421 located on the front seat 20 can intelligently calculate and process the light source requirements of the current scene based on the image information collected by the corresponding camera 421, and send instruction information to the signal processor 432 corresponding to the light source 41 located on the front seat 20. The signal processor 432 sends control instructions to the corresponding motor 45, causing the motor 45 to move precisely, driving the corresponding multi-directional adjustment mounting base 44 to rotate the corresponding light source 41 to a suitable angle, thereby enabling the light source 41 located on the front seat 20 to accurately illuminate the target area.
[0123] Other embodiments of this application will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the application disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this application that follow the general principles of this application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this application are indicated by the following claims.
[0124] It should be understood that this application is not limited to the precise structure described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this application is limited only by the appended claims.
Claims
1. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: The windshield, multiple car seats, and vehicle lighting system; The vehicle lighting system includes: Multiple light sources, at least one of the car seats is movably provided with at least one of the light sources; An environmental data acquisition device is installed in at least one of the vehicle seat and the windshield for collecting environmental information; The controller is electrically connected to the light source and the environmental acquisition device, and is used to adjust the illumination area of the multiple light sources according to the environmental information. The plurality of car seats include front seats and rear seats; the light source is provided on the side of the front seat away from the rear seat to illuminate the front space of the vehicle; the light source is provided on the side of the front seat near the rear seat and the side of the rear seat near the front seat to illuminate the rear space of the vehicle; the light source is provided on the side of the rear seat away from the front seat to illuminate the trunk space of the vehicle. The environmental data acquisition device includes multiple rotatable cameras; the windshield and the side of the front seats facing away from the rear seats are each equipped with a camera for collecting environmental information of the front space of the vehicle; the rear seats are equipped with a camera facing away from the front seats for collecting environmental information of the trunk space of the vehicle; the front seats are equipped with cameras facing the rear seats and the rear seats are equipped with cameras facing the front seats for collecting environmental information of the rear space of the vehicle.
2. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The environmental acquisition device includes multiple rotatable cameras, and at least one of the car seat and the windshield is equipped with the camera. The camera is used to acquire at least one type of environmental information, including the passenger's body posture, gaze direction, and reading material characteristics. The controller is used to simulate and generate 3D seating posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the camera, and adjust the light source to illuminate a designated area inside the vehicle at a specified angle and intensity based on the 3D seating posture information; and / or The environmental acquisition device includes multiple rotatable cameras, and at least one of the car seat and the windshield is equipped with the camera. The camera is used to acquire environmental information under the car door when the door is open. When the controller determines that the brightness of the ambient light below the vehicle door does not meet the set requirements, it adjusts the light source to illuminate the area below the vehicle door at a specified angle and intensity; and / or The vehicle also includes a roof awning, and the environmental acquisition device includes multiple rotatable cameras. At least one of the car seats and the windshield is equipped with the camera, which is used to collect environmental information outside the vehicle. When the controller determines that the brightness of the ambient information outside the vehicle does not meet the set requirements, it adjusts the light source to illuminate the roof awning at a specified angle and intensity.
3. The vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The plurality of car seats include front seats and rear seats, the front seats being provided with a first headrest, and the camera being provided at least at one of the sides of the first headrest facing the rear seats and the side facing away from the rear seats; and / or The plurality of car seats include front seats and rear seats, the rear seats being provided with a second headrest, and the camera being provided at least at one of the sides of the second headrest facing the front seats and the side facing away from the front seats.
4. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a roof awning, and the controller is used to adjust the light source to illuminate the roof awning at a specified angle, light intensity and opening / closing sequence.
5. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The environmental acquisition device includes multiple pressure sensors, at least one of which is located on the car seat. These pressure sensors are used to collect information on the contact status between the car seat and the passenger's body. The controller is used to simulate and generate 3D posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensors, and adjust the light source according to the 3D posture information to illuminate a designated area inside the vehicle at a specified angle and intensity; and / or The vehicle also includes multiple seat belts installed in the car seats. The environmental acquisition device includes multiple pressure sensing units, and each seat belt is equipped with a pressure sensing unit. The pressure sensing unit is used to collect information on the fit between the seat belt and the passenger's body. The controller is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensing units, and adjust the light source according to the 3D sitting posture information to illuminate a designated area inside the vehicle at a specified angle and light intensity.
6. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plurality of car seats include front seats, each front seat having a first headrest cushion, and two light sources symmetrically arranged on either side of the first headrest cushion at the top of the front seat; and / or The plurality of car seats include a rear seat, the rear seat is provided with a second headrest, and the top of the rear seat is provided with two light sources, which are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the second headrest.
7. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the car seat is provided with a receiving cavity, and the vehicle lighting system also includes a lifting mechanism located in the receiving cavity. The light source is connected to the lifting mechanism, and the lifting mechanism is electrically connected to the controller.
8. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vehicle lighting system also includes a multi-directional adjustment mount and a motor connected to the multi-directional adjustment mount. The multi-directional adjustment mount is connected to the light source, and the motor is electrically connected to the controller.
9. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plurality of car seats include front seats and rear seats, at least one of the front seats and the rear seats is movably provided with at least one of the light sources, and the environmental acquisition device is disposed on at least one of the front seats, the rear seats and the windshield.
10. A vehicle lighting system, characterized in that, include: Multiple light sources for movable car seats in a vehicle; An environmental data acquisition device is installed in at least one of the vehicle's seats and windshield for collecting environmental information. The controller is electrically connected to the light source and the environmental acquisition device, and is used to adjust the illumination area of the multiple light sources according to the environmental information. The car seats include front seats and rear seats; the light source is provided on the side of the front seat away from the rear seat to illuminate the front space of the vehicle; the light source is provided on the side of the front seat near the rear seat and the side of the rear seat near the front seat to illuminate the rear space of the vehicle; the light source is provided on the side of the rear seat away from the front seat to illuminate the trunk space of the vehicle. The environmental data acquisition device includes multiple rotatable cameras; the windshield and the side of the front seats facing away from the rear seats are each equipped with a camera for collecting environmental information of the front space of the vehicle; the rear seats are equipped with a camera facing away from the front seats for collecting environmental information of the trunk space of the vehicle; the front seats are equipped with cameras facing the rear seats and the rear seats are equipped with cameras facing the front seats for collecting environmental information of the rear space of the vehicle.
11. The vehicle lighting system according to claim 10, characterized in that, The environmental acquisition device includes multiple rotatable cameras, installed in at least one of the vehicle's seats and windshield; the cameras are used to acquire at least one type of environmental information, including the passenger's posture, gaze direction, and reading material characteristics; the controller is used to simulate and generate 3D seating posture information of the passenger based on the information acquired by the cameras, and adjust the light source according to the 3D seating posture information to illuminate a designated area inside the vehicle at a specified angle and intensity; and / or The environmental acquisition device includes multiple rotatable cameras for mounting on at least one of the vehicle's seats and windshield; the cameras are used to acquire environmental information below the vehicle door when the door is open; when the controller determines that the brightness of the environmental information below the door does not meet the set requirements, it adjusts the light source to illuminate the area below the door at a specified angle and intensity; and / or The environmental acquisition device includes multiple rotatable cameras, which are installed in at least one of the vehicle's seats and windshield. The cameras are used to acquire environmental information outside the vehicle. When the controller determines that the brightness of the external environment does not meet set requirements, it adjusts the light source to illuminate the vehicle's roof awning at a specified angle and intensity; and / or The environmental acquisition device includes multiple pressure sensors for installation on the vehicle seats; the pressure sensors collect information on the contact status between the vehicle seats and the passenger's body; the controller simulates and generates 3D posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensors, and adjusts the light source to illuminate a designated area inside the vehicle at a specified angle and intensity based on the 3D posture information; and / or The environmental acquisition device includes multiple pressure sensing units for installation on each seat belt in the vehicle. The pressure sensing units are used to collect information on the fit between the seat belt and the passenger's body. The controller is used to simulate and generate 3D sitting posture information of the passenger based on the information collected by the pressure sensing units, and adjust the light source according to the 3D sitting posture information to illuminate a designated area inside the vehicle at a specified angle and light intensity.
12. The vehicle lighting system according to claim 10, characterized in that, The controller is used to adjust the light source to illuminate the vehicle's roof awning at a specified angle, light intensity, and opening / closing sequence.
13. The vehicle lighting system according to claim 10, characterized in that, The vehicle has a receiving cavity on the top of the car seat. The vehicle lighting system also includes a lifting mechanism located in the receiving cavity. The light source is connected to the lifting mechanism, and the lifting mechanism is electrically connected to the controller.
14. The vehicle lighting system according to claim 10, characterized in that, It also includes a multi-directional adjustable mounting base and a motor connected to the multi-directional adjustable mounting base, the multi-directional adjustable mounting base being connected to the light source, and the motor being electrically connected to the controller.
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