Vehicle taillight control methods, devices, vehicles, and storage media

Abstract

This invention discloses a method, device, vehicle, and storage medium for controlling vehicle taillights. The taillight includes a lamp head assembly, a retractable mechanism, and a flip-up cover. The retractable mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to extend and retract. The flip-up cover is placed on top of the lamp head assembly and can adjust the area of ​​obstruction to the lamp head assembly. The method includes: acquiring vehicle status information; determining whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode; if so, controlling the vehicle to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode, acquiring vehicle driving information, and controlling the shape of the lamp head assembly based on the vehicle driving information through the retractable mechanism and the flip-up cover. This invention can control the vehicle taillight to dynamically transform according to vehicle status information and driving information, such as controlling the extension and retraction of the taillight through the retractable mechanism and adjusting the area of ​​obstruction to the lamp head assembly through the flip-up cover, thereby enabling the taillight to achieve a cool transformation, improving the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and enhancing the user's driving experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of vehicle technology, and in particular to a method, device, vehicle, and storage medium for controlling vehicle taillights. Background Technology

[0002] Headlights are an important component of vehicles, primarily serving functions such as illumination and warning. With technological advancements, headlight designs have become increasingly diverse and personalized. In addition to providing illumination and warning, well-designed headlights can also enhance the overall aesthetics of a vehicle and improve its competitiveness.

[0003] Taillights are a crucial part of vehicle lighting, primarily serving a warning function during driving, such as indicating the vehicle's position and braking status to vehicles behind, thereby improving driving safety. However, current vehicle taillights have a relatively limited function, mainly serving a warning purpose. Although various automakers offer a wide range of taillight designs, they are mostly fixed in structure, meaning the taillight structure cannot deform and cannot achieve dynamic taillight display effects, resulting in a lack of overall technological and intelligent appeal for the vehicle. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, the object of the present invention is to provide a method, device, vehicle, and storage medium for controlling vehicle taillights.

[0005] This invention proposes a control method for vehicle taillights. The taillight includes a lamp head assembly, a retractable mechanism, and a flip-up cover. The retractable mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to extend and retract. The flip-up cover is disposed on the lamp head assembly to adjust the occlusion area of ​​the lamp head assembly when the flip-up cover is opened or closed. The control method includes the following steps: acquiring vehicle status information; determining whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode based on the vehicle status information; if so, controlling the vehicle to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode and acquiring the vehicle's driving information; and controlling the shape of the lamp head assembly based on the vehicle's driving information through the retractable mechanism and the flip-up cover.

[0006] According to the vehicle taillight control method of the present invention, vehicle status information is acquired, and the vehicle status information is used to determine whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode. When the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle is controlled to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode. In the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle's driving information is acquired, and based on the vehicle's driving information, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by a telescopic mechanism and a flip cover. For example, the telescopic mechanism controls the extension and retraction of the taillight, and the flip cover adjusts the occlusion area of ​​the lamp head assembly, thereby enabling the taillight to achieve a cool transformation and realizing a dynamic taillight display effect. This improves the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and enhances the user's driving experience.

[0007] In addition, the vehicle taillight control method according to embodiments of the present invention may also have the following additional technical features:

[0008] Furthermore, based on the vehicle's driving information, the form of the lamp head assembly is controlled by the retractable mechanism and the flip cover, including: if the vehicle speed is greater than a preset speed, the retractable mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to retract to a preset retracted position or to keep the lamp head assembly at the preset retracted position, and the flip cover is controlled to be in a closed state.

[0009] Furthermore, based on the vehicle's driving information, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by the retractable mechanism and the flip cover, including: if the vehicle speed is less than or equal to the preset vehicle speed, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by the retractable mechanism and the flip cover based on the vehicle's engine speed.

[0010] Furthermore, based on the engine speed of the vehicle, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by the retractable mechanism and the flip cover, including: if the engine speed is less than or equal to a first preset speed, the retractable mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to a first preset position or drive the lamp head assembly to remain at the first preset position, and the flip cover is controlled to be in a closed state.

[0011] Furthermore, based on the engine speed of the vehicle, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by the retractable mechanism and the flip cover, including: if the engine speed is greater than the first preset speed and less than or equal to the second preset speed, the retractable mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to the second preset position or drive the lamp head assembly to remain in the second preset position, and the flip cover is controlled to open to the first preset angle, wherein the second preset position and the first preset position are located on the same side of the preset retraction position, and the distance between the second preset position and the preset retraction position is greater than the distance between the first preset position and the preset retraction position.

[0012] Furthermore, based on the engine speed of the vehicle, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by the retractable mechanism and the flip cover, including: if the engine speed is greater than the second preset speed, the retractable mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to a third preset position or to keep the lamp head assembly at the third preset position, and the flip cover is controlled to open to a second preset angle, wherein the second preset angle is greater than the first preset angle, the third preset position and the second preset position are located on the same side of the preset retraction position, and the distance between the third preset position and the preset retraction position is greater than the distance between the second preset position and the preset retraction position.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes: controlling the output brightness of the lamp head assembly to be different according to the different shapes of the lamp head assembly.

[0014] Furthermore, depending on the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, the output brightness of the lamp head assembly is controlled to be different, including: when the retractable mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to a first preset position and the flip cover is controlled to be in a closed state, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output a first light brightness.

[0015] Furthermore, according to the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, the output brightness of the lamp head assembly is controlled to be different. It also includes: when the telescopic mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to a second preset position and the flip cover is controlled to open to a first preset angle, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output a second light brightness, which is greater than the first light brightness.

[0016] Furthermore, according to the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, the output brightness of the lamp head assembly is controlled to be different. It also includes: when the telescopic mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to a third preset position and the flip cover is controlled to open to a second preset angle, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output a third light brightness, which is greater than the second light brightness.

[0017] Furthermore, determining whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode based on the vehicle status information includes: when the vehicle is powered on and the ignition switch is turned on, determining that the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode.

[0018] Furthermore, the control method also includes: receiving a taillight off control command input by the user through the taillight control switch; responding to the taillight off control command to control the flip cover to be in a closed state, and controlling the retractable mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to retract to the preset retracted position or drive the lamp head assembly to remain in the preset retracted position.

[0019] To address the aforementioned problems, this invention also proposes a control device for a vehicle taillight. The taillight includes a lamp head assembly, a retractable mechanism, and a flip-up cover. The retractable mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to extend and retract. The flip-up cover covers the lamp head assembly to adjust the shading area of ​​the lamp head assembly when the flip-up cover is opened or closed. The control device includes: an acquisition module for acquiring vehicle status information; a judgment module for determining whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode based on the vehicle status information; and a control module for controlling the vehicle to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode when the vehicle meets the conditions, acquiring the vehicle's driving information, and controlling the shape of the lamp head assembly based on the vehicle's driving information through the retractable mechanism and the flip-up cover.

[0020] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle taillight control device acquires vehicle status information and determines whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode. When the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the device controls the vehicle to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode. In the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the device acquires the vehicle's driving information and controls the shape of the lamp head assembly based on the vehicle's driving information through a telescopic mechanism and a flip cover. For example, the telescopic mechanism controls the extension and retraction of the taillight, and the flip cover adjusts the area of ​​obstruction of the lamp head assembly, thereby enabling the taillight to achieve a cool transformation and realizing a dynamic taillight display effect. This enhances the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and improves the user's driving experience.

[0021] To address the aforementioned problems, the present invention also proposes a vehicle comprising: a vehicle taillight control device as described in the second aspect embodiment of the present invention; or, the vehicle comprising: a processor, a memory, and a vehicle taillight control program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the vehicle taillight control program, when executed by the processor, implements the vehicle taillight control method as described in the first aspect embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle obtains vehicle status information and determines whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode. When the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle is controlled to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode. In the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle's driving information is obtained, and based on the vehicle's driving information, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled through a telescopic mechanism and a flip cover. For example, the telescopic mechanism controls the extension and retraction of the taillights, and the flip cover adjusts the occlusion area of ​​the lamp head assembly, thereby enabling the taillights to achieve a cool transformation and realizing a dynamic taillight display effect. This improves the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and enhances the user's driving experience.

[0023] To address the aforementioned problems, the present invention also proposes a computer-readable storage medium storing a control program for a vehicle taillight. When the vehicle taillight control program is executed by a processor, it implements the vehicle taillight control method as described in the first aspect embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] According to an embodiment of the present invention, when a computer-readable storage medium storing a vehicle taillight control program thereon is executed by a processor, the program acquires vehicle status information and determines whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode based on the vehicle status information. When the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the program controls the vehicle to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode. In the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the program acquires the vehicle's driving information and, based on the vehicle's driving information, controls the shape of the lamp head assembly through a retractable mechanism and a flip cover. For example, the retractable mechanism controls the extension and retraction of the taillight, and the flip cover adjusts the area of ​​obstruction of the lamp head assembly, thereby enabling the taillight to achieve a cool transformation and realizing a dynamic taillight display effect. This enhances the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and improves the user's driving experience.

[0025] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0026] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a vehicle taillight in a retracted state according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a vehicle taillight in the deployed state according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of a vehicle taillight in a retracted state according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of a vehicle taillight in the deployed state according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of a vehicle taillight in a retracted state according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of a vehicle taillight in the deployed state according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 7 This is a flowchart of a vehicle taillight control method according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 8 This is a schematic flowchart of a vehicle taillight control method according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 9 This is a structural block diagram of a vehicle taillight control device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] Figure label:

[0037] 100. Taillights;

[0038] 10. Outer lamp housing; 11. First transmission unit;

[0039] 20. First inner lamp sleeve; 21. Inner lamp sleeve body; 22. Transmission bar; 221. Third transmission part; 23. Through hole; 24. Sliding part;

[0040] 30. Drive assembly; 31. Drive component; 32. Transmission component;

[0041] 40. Lamp holder assembly; 41. Lamp holder; 42. Second inner lamp sleeve; 421. Second transmission unit;

[0042] 50. Flexible connectors;

[0043] 60. Opening / closing component; 61. Opening / closing piece; 62. Matching rod; 621. Slide groove; 6211. First groove section; 6212. Second groove section;

[0044] 70. Elastic reset component;

[0045] 80. Transmission mating parts;

[0046] 1000. Control device for vehicle taillights; 1001. Acquisition module; 1002. Judgment module; 1003. Control module. Detailed Implementation

[0047] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. The embodiments described with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary. The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below.

[0048] The following is for reference. Figures 1-9 A method, apparatus, vehicle, and storage medium for controlling vehicle taillights according to embodiments of the present invention are described.

[0049] First, combined Figure 1-6 The relevant structure of the vehicle taillights involved in the embodiments of the present invention is described.

[0050] in, Figure 1 and Figure 2 The diagram illustrates the structural states of the vehicle taillights in the retracted and extended states according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 and Figure 4 An embodiment of the present invention is shown for... Figure 1-2 A schematic diagram of a drive structure for the taillight structure, namely a telescopic mechanism. Figure 5 and Figure 6 Another embodiment of the invention is shown for... Figure 1-2 Another driving structure for the taillight structure is illustrated in the diagram of another telescopic mechanism. The telescopic structure for driving the taillights involved in this embodiment of the invention can employ either of the two driving structures. That is to say, for... Figure 1 and Figure 2 The taillight structure shown can be extended or retracted by a retractable mechanism. The retractable mechanism involved in this embodiment of the invention may include two structures and their corresponding driving methods, wherein... Figure 3 and Figure 4 One type of retractable mechanism and its corresponding drive method are shown. Figure 5 and Figure 6 Another scalable mechanism and its corresponding actuator are shown.

[0051] First, combined Figure 1-4 Describe the driving structure of one type of taillight, namely a retractable mechanism. Specifically, such as... Figures 1-4As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the taillight 100 includes a lamp head assembly 40, a telescopic mechanism (not shown in the figure), and a flip cover (i.e., an opening and closing member 60). The telescopic mechanism is used to drive the lamp head assembly 40 to extend and retract, and the flip cover is disposed on the lamp head assembly 40 to adjust the shading area of ​​the lamp head assembly 40 when the flip cover is opened or closed. Specifically, when the flip cover is closed, the area it covers of the lamp head assembly 40 is the initial coverage area, such as the coverage area when the lamp head assembly 40 is in the retracted state, at which point only a small portion of the lamp head assembly 40 is exposed. When the flip cover is opened, the coverage area of ​​the lamp head assembly 40 varies depending on the opening angle. Specifically, the larger the opening angle, the smaller the coverage area of ​​the lamp head assembly 40, meaning more of the lamp head assembly 40 is exposed and less is hidden; conversely, the smaller the opening angle, the larger the coverage area of ​​the lamp head assembly 40, meaning less of the lamp head assembly 40 is exposed and more is hidden. Therefore, by opening or closing the flip cover, the coverage area of ​​the lamp head assembly 40 can be adjusted, causing a dynamic change in the hidden area of ​​the lamp head assembly. Furthermore, as... Figure 1 As shown, the taillight 100 also includes an outer lamp housing 10. The telescopic mechanism includes a first inner lamp sleeve 20, a drive assembly 30, and a flexible connector 50.

[0052] That is to say, in this embodiment, the taillight 100 may mainly include: an outer lamp housing 10, a first inner lamp sleeve 20, a drive assembly 30, a lamp head assembly 40, and a flexible connector 50. The first inner lamp sleeve 20 is movably disposed inside the outer lamp housing 10. The drive assembly 30 is disposed on the outer lamp housing 10 and is connected to the first inner lamp sleeve 20 in a transmission manner. The lamp head assembly 40 is movably disposed inside the first inner lamp sleeve 20. The flexible connector 50 passes through the first inner lamp sleeve 20 and is connected between the outer lamp housing 10 and the lamp head assembly 40, so that when the drive assembly 30 drives the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend or retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10, it drives the lamp head assembly 40 to extend or retract relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20.

[0053] Specifically, by placing the first inner lamp sleeve 20 inside the outer lamp housing 10 and placing the lamp head assembly 40 inside the first inner lamp sleeve 20, the outer lamp housing 10 can cover and protect the first inner lamp sleeve 20 and the lamp head assembly 40, preventing the erosion of external foreign objects and the impact of external forces from damaging the structure of the lamp head assembly 40, thereby ensuring the structural reliability of the lamp head assembly 40 and ensuring the realization of the basic lighting function of the vehicle taillight 100.

[0054] Furthermore, the first inner lamp sleeve 20 is movably configured relative to the outer lamp housing 10. By mounting the drive assembly 30 on the outer lamp housing 10, the drive assembly 30 is connected to the first inner lamp sleeve 20. This allows the drive assembly 30 to drive the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend and retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10. Additionally, by movably configuring the lamp head assembly 40 relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20, a flexible connector 50 is inserted through the first inner lamp sleeve 20, connecting the outer lamp housing 10 and the lamp head assembly 40. When the drive assembly 30 drives the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend and retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10, the flexible connector 50, being a non-elastic element, does not deform. The contact area between the flexible connector 50 and the first inner lamp sleeve 20 gradually moves, thereby causing the lamp head assembly 40 to extend and retract relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20. This enables multi-stage extension and retraction of the vehicle taillight 100, and the implementation of this multi-stage extension and retraction is simple and reliable.

[0055] In this way, the taillight 100 can have a retracted state and an extended state. When the taillight 100 is in the retracted state, the outer lamp housing 10, the first inner lamp sleeve 20, and the lamp head assembly 40 do not undergo relative displacement. When the taillight 100 is in the extended state, the first inner lamp sleeve 20 extends relative to the outer lamp housing 10, and the lamp head assembly 40 extends relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20. This allows the user to switch the extension and retraction states of the taillight 100 according to actual needs, which can enhance the refinement and technological feel of the vehicle taillight 100 and improve the user experience.

[0056] Combination Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the drive assembly 30 mainly includes a drive member 31 and a transmission member 32. The drive member 31 is disposed at the bottom of the outer lamp housing 10, and the transmission member 32 is disposed on the drive member 31. A third transmission part 221 is disposed at the bottom of the first inner lamp sleeve 20, and the transmission member 32 is in a transmission engagement with the third transmission part 221. Specifically, by disposing the drive member 31 at the bottom of the outer lamp housing 10, the drive assembly 30 can be stably installed. By disposing the transmission member 32 on the drive member 31, the power of the drive member 31 can be output through the transmission member 32. Furthermore, by disposing the third transmission part 221 at the bottom of the first inner lamp sleeve 20, and by engaging the transmission member 32 with the third transmission part 221, the power of the drive member 31 can be transmitted to the first inner lamp sleeve 20 sequentially through the transmission member 32 and the third transmission part 221, thereby driving the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend and retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10. This makes the extension and retraction of the first inner lamp sleeve 20 relative to the outer lamp housing 10 simpler and more reliable.

[0057] Furthermore, combined Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the first inner lamp sleeve 20 mainly includes: an inner lamp sleeve body 21 and a transmission bar 22. The transmission bar 22 is disposed at the bottom of the inner lamp sleeve body 21, the lamp head assembly 40 is disposed inside the inner lamp sleeve body 21, and the transmission bar 22 is provided with a third transmission part 221. Specifically, by disposing of the transmission bar 22 at the bottom of the inner lamp sleeve body 21, disposing of the lamp head assembly 40 inside the inner lamp sleeve body 21, and providing a third transmission part 221 on the transmission bar 22, when the drive assembly 30 is disposed at the bottom of the first inner lamp sleeve 20, the drive assembly 30 can easily and quickly achieve transmission cooperation with the third transmission part 221, improving transmission efficiency. Furthermore, while ensuring the transmission cooperation between the first inner lamp sleeve 20 and the drive assembly 30, the design of the transmission bar 22 can achieve the weight reduction of the first inner lamp sleeve 20.

[0058] Combination Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the flexible connector 50 is strip-shaped, and a through hole 23 is provided on the outer peripheral wall of the first inner lamp sleeve 20. The bottom wall of the through hole 23 is arc-shaped. The flexible connector 50 passes through the through hole 23 and contacts the bottom wall of the through hole 23. Specifically, by setting the flexible connector 50 as a strip and setting the bottom wall of the through hole 23 as arc-shaped, when the flexible connector 50 passes through the first inner lamp sleeve 20, the through hole 23 can accommodate the flexible connector 50, and the flexible connector 50 contacts the arc-shaped bottom wall of the through hole 23. Therefore, when the first inner lamp sleeve 20 moves relative to the outer lamp housing 10, the contact area between the flexible connector 50 and the bottom of the through hole 23 can be increased, making the movement of the flexible connector 50 relative to the through hole 23 more stable and smooth. Consequently, when the flexible connector 50 drives the lamp head assembly 40 to move relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20, the stability and smoothness of the movement of the lamp head assembly 40 can be improved.

[0059] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the vehicle taillight 100 may further include: an opening / closing member 60 (i.e., a flip cover), which is rotatably mounted on the lamp head assembly 40. The opening / closing member 60 is slidably engaged with the first inner lamp sleeve 20, and the top of the opening / closing member 60 covers a portion of the lamp head assembly 40, thereby changing the area of ​​the lamp head assembly 40 covered by the opening / closing member 60 when the lamp head assembly 40 extends or retracts relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20. Specifically, the opening / closing member 60 is rotatably mounted on the lamp head assembly 40, and the top of the opening / closing member 60 can cover a portion of the lamp head assembly 40. By sliding the opening / closing member 60 with the first inner lamp sleeve 20, when the first inner lamp sleeve 20 extends or retracts relative to the outer lamp housing 10, the first inner lamp sleeve 20 can drive the opening / closing member 60 to rotate relative to the lamp head assembly 40, thereby changing the area of ​​the lamp head assembly 40 covered by the opening / closing member 60, realizing the concealment or exposure of the lamp head assembly 40, and further enhancing the technological and refined feel of the taillight 100.

[0060] Furthermore, combined Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the opening / closing component 60 mainly includes: an opening / closing piece 61 and a mating rod 62. The top of the mating rod 62 is connected to the outer edge of the opening / closing piece 61. The mating rod 62 is pivotally mounted on the lamp head assembly 40. The mating rod 62 is provided with a sliding groove 621. The first inner lamp sleeve 20 is provided with an inwardly protruding sliding part 24. The sliding part 24 is engaged in the sliding groove 621. Thus, when the first inner lamp sleeve 20 extends or retracts relative to the outer lamp housing 10, the sliding part 24 on the first inner lamp sleeve 20 can slide and engage with the sliding groove 621 on the mating rod, causing the mating rod 62 to move relative to the lamp head assembly 40, thereby causing the opening / closing piece 61 to rotate relative to the lamp head assembly 40. This makes the rotation of the opening / closing component 60 relative to the lamp head assembly 40 more stable and reliable.

[0061] Furthermore, combined Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the slide groove 621 can mainly include: a first groove segment 6211 and a second groove segment 6212. The extension direction of the first groove segment 6211 is the same as the extension and retraction direction of the lamp head assembly 40. The second groove segment 6212 is connected to the bottom of the first groove segment 6211, and the second groove segment 6212 extends outward in the direction of extending to the bottom. Specifically, the second groove segment 6212 is connected to the bottom of the first groove segment 6211. When the taillight 100 is in the retracted state, the sliding part 24 cooperates with the first groove segment 6211. When the taillight 100 is in the extended state, the sliding part 24 cooperates with the second groove segment 6212. By making the extension direction of the first groove segment 6211 the same as the extension and retraction direction of the lamp head assembly 40, and making the second groove segment 6212 extend outward in the direction of extending to the bottom, when the lamp head assembly 40 extends relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20, the sliding part... 24 can first slide and engage with the first groove segment 6211. The opening and closing part 60 extends out relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20 along with the lamp head assembly 40. Then, the sliding part 24 can slide and engage with the second groove segment 6212. The sliding part 24 drives the engaging rod 62 to rotate relative to the lamp head assembly 40, so that the opening and closing part 60 opens relative to the lamp head assembly 40. Thus, the covering area of ​​the opening and closing part 60 on the lamp head assembly 40 can be different in different states of the taillight 100, which can further enhance the exquisite and technological feel of the taillight 100.

[0062] Combination Figures 1-4As shown, there are multiple opening and closing components 60, which are spaced apart around the circumference of the lamp head assembly 40, and multiple opening and closing pieces 61 are connected sequentially in a ring. Specifically, by setting multiple opening and closing components 60 and arranging them spaced apart around the circumference of the lamp head assembly 40, and connecting them sequentially in a ring, the placement of the opening and closing components 60 conforms to the structure of the lamp head assembly 40. This allows the opening and closing components 60 to more effectively cover the area of ​​the lamp head assembly 40, further enhancing the sophistication of the taillight 100.

[0063] Combination Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the lamp head assembly 40 mainly includes: a lamp head 41 and a second inner lamp sleeve 42. The second inner lamp sleeve 42 is fitted onto the lamp head 41, a flexible connector 50 is connected to the second inner lamp sleeve 42, and an opening / closing member 60 is rotatably mounted on the second inner lamp sleeve 42. Specifically, by fitting the second inner lamp sleeve 42 onto the lamp head 41, the second inner lamp sleeve 42 can be used to connect the flexible connector 50, and the opening / closing member 60 can be conveniently mounted on the lamp head assembly 40. This protects the structural stability of the lamp head 41, prevents the flexible connector 50 from being pulled, and prevents the opening / closing member 60 from damaging the structure of the lamp head 41, thereby further improving the structural reliability of the vehicle's taillight 100.

[0064] Combination Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the taillight 100 of the vehicle may further include: an elastic reset member 70, with both ends of the elastic reset member 70 connected between the outer lamp housing 10 and the lamp head assembly 40. Specifically, by connecting both ends of the elastic reset member 70 between the outer lamp housing 10 and the lamp head assembly 40, when the taillight 100 is in the retracted state, the elastic reset member 70 can be in a natural state. During the process of the taillight 100 switching from the retracted state to the extended state, the elastic reset member 70 is gradually stretched. On the one hand, this can provide damping for the movement of the lamp head assembly 40, improving the movement stability of the lamp head assembly 40. On the other hand, the elastic reset member 70 can store elastic potential energy. When the taillight 100 switches from the extended state to the retracted state, the elastic reset member 70 releases the elastic potential energy, which can drive the lamp head assembly 40 to retract rapidly relative to the outer lamp housing 10, thereby further improving the reliability and stability of the vehicle's taillight 100.

[0065] Combination Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, there are at least two flexible connectors 50, which are spaced apart on the outer periphery of the lamp head assembly 40. Specifically, the flexible connectors 50 can be set to at least two, so that when the first inner lamp sleeve 20 extends or retracts relative to the outer lamp housing 10, the at least two flexible connectors 50 can simultaneously exert force on the lamp head assembly 40. Since the at least two flexible connectors 50 are spaced apart on the outer periphery of the lamp head assembly 40, the force exerted by the at least two flexible connectors 50 on the lamp head assembly 40 can be evenly distributed on the outer periphery of the lamp head assembly 40, thereby improving the stability of the lamp head assembly 40 extending or retracting relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20 and improving the reliability of the vehicle's taillight 100.

[0066] On the other hand, combining Figure 1-2 and Figure 5-6 Describe another taillight drive structure, namely another retractable mechanism. Specifically, in conjunction with... Figure 1-2 and Figure 5-6 As shown, in another embodiment of the present invention, the taillight 100 includes a lamp head assembly 40, a telescopic mechanism (not shown in the figure), and a flip cover (i.e., an opening / closing member 60). The telescopic mechanism drives the lamp head assembly 40 to extend or retract, and the flip cover covers the lamp head assembly 40 to expose or conceal the lamp head assembly 40 when it is opened or closed. Additionally, in conjunction with... Figure 1-2 and Figure 5-6 As shown, the taillight 100 also includes an outer lamp housing 10. The telescopic mechanism includes a first inner lamp sleeve 20, a drive assembly 30, and a transmission mating component 80.

[0067] That is to say, in this embodiment, the taillight 100 may mainly include: an outer lamp housing 10, a first inner lamp sleeve 20, a drive assembly 30, a lamp head assembly 40, and a transmission coupling component 80. The first inner lamp sleeve 20 is movably disposed inside the outer lamp housing 10. The drive assembly 30 is disposed on the outer lamp housing 10 and is pulsatorically connected to the first inner lamp sleeve 20. The lamp head assembly 40 is movably disposed inside the first inner lamp sleeve 20. The transmission coupling component 80 is disposed on the first inner lamp sleeve 20. One side of the transmission coupling component 80 is pulsatorically engaged with the outer lamp housing 10, and the other side is pulsatorically engaged with the lamp head assembly 40, so that when the drive assembly 30 drives the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend or retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10, it drives the lamp head assembly 40 to extend or retract relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20.

[0068] Specifically, by placing the first inner lamp sleeve 20 inside the outer lamp housing 10 and placing the lamp head assembly 40 inside the first inner lamp sleeve 20, the outer lamp housing 10 can cover and protect the first inner lamp sleeve 20 and the lamp head assembly 40, preventing the erosion of external foreign objects and the impact of external forces from damaging the structure of the lamp head assembly 40, thereby ensuring the structural reliability of the lamp head assembly 40 and ensuring the realization of the basic lighting function of the vehicle's headlights 100.

[0069] Furthermore, the first inner lamp sleeve 20 is movably configured relative to the outer lamp housing 10. By setting the drive assembly 30 on the outer lamp housing 10, the drive assembly 30 is connected to the first inner lamp sleeve 20 in a transmission manner. In this way, the drive assembly 30 can drive the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend and retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10. Furthermore, by setting the transmission fitting 80 on the first inner lamp sleeve 20, one side of the transmission fitting 80 is in transmission engagement with the outer lamp housing 10, and the other side is in transmission engagement with the lamp head assembly 40. In this way, when the drive assembly 30 drives the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend and retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10, one side of the transmission fitting 80 can be in transmission engagement with the outer lamp housing 10, and the transmission fitting 80 can move relative to the outer lamp housing 10. The moving transmission fitting 80 can further be in transmission engagement with the lamp head assembly 40 on the other side, driving the lamp head assembly 40 to extend and retract relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20. This enables multi-stage extension and retraction of the vehicle's headlight 100, and makes the implementation of multi-stage extension and retraction of the vehicle's headlight 100 simpler and more reliable.

[0070] In this way, the headlight 100 can have a retracted state and an extended state. When the headlight 100 is in the retracted state, the outer lamp housing 10, the first inner lamp sleeve 20, and the lamp head assembly 40 do not undergo relative displacement. When the headlight 100 is in the extended state, the first inner lamp sleeve 20 extends relative to the outer lamp housing 10, and the lamp head assembly 40 extends relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20. This allows the user to switch the extension and retraction states of the headlight 100 according to actual needs, which can enhance the sophistication and technological feel of the headlight 100 and improve the user experience.

[0071] Combination Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, a first transmission part 11 is provided on the outer lamp housing 10, and a second transmission part 421 is provided on the lamp head assembly 40. The first transmission part 11 is located on one side of the transmission mating member 80 and is in transmission mating with the transmission mating member 80. The second transmission part 421 is located on the other side of the transmission mating member 80 and is in transmission mating with the transmission mating member 80. Specifically, by providing the first transmission part 11 on the outer lamp housing 10 and the second transmission part 421 on the lamp head assembly 40, one side of the transmission mating member 80 can be in transmission mating with the first transmission part 11, and the other side of the transmission mating member 80 can be in transmission mating with the second transmission part 421. This makes the transmission mating between the transmission mating member 80 and the outer lamp housing 10, as well as the transmission mating between the transmission mating member 80 and the lamp head assembly 40, more stable and reliable. This makes the transmission of power between the transmission mating member 80, the outer lamp housing 10, and the lamp head assembly 40 more stable and reliable, thereby further improving the stability and reliability of the more than 100-level extension and retraction of the vehicle lamp.

[0072] Furthermore, combined Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, the transmission mating part 80 is a transmission gear, the first transmission part 11 is a first rack part, and the second transmission part 421 is a second rack part. One side of the transmission gear meshes with the first rack part so that when the drive assembly 30 drives the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend and retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10, it drives the transmission gear to rotate. The other side of the transmission gear meshes with the second rack part so as to drive the lamp head assembly 40 to extend and retract relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20. Specifically, the transmission engagement component 80 can be configured as a transmission gear, the first transmission part 11 as a first rack part, and the second transmission part 421 as a second rack part. By engaging one side of the transmission gear with the first rack part, when the drive assembly 30 drives the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend or retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10, the transmission gear can rotate while following the first inner lamp sleeve 20 in a linear motion relative to the outer lamp housing 10. Furthermore, by engaging the other side of the transmission gear with the second rack part, the power of the transmission gear can be transmitted to the second rack part, converting the rotational motion of the transmission gear into the linear motion of the second rack part, thereby driving the lamp head assembly 40 to extend or retract relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20. In this way, the transmission efficiency and transmission stability of the transmission engagement component 80 with the first transmission part 11 and the second transmission part 421 can be improved, thereby further improving the efficiency and stability of the vehicle's multi-stage extension and retraction.

[0073] Combination Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, a through hole 23 is provided on the side wall of the first inner lamp sleeve 20. The transmission gear is disposed in the through hole 23. At least a part of the transmission gear extends out from one side of the through hole 23 and meshes with the first rack portion. At least a part of the transmission gear extends out from the other side of the through hole 23 and meshes with the second rack portion. With this arrangement, while ensuring that both sides of the transmission gear mesh with the first rack portion and the second rack portion respectively, and that the lamp head assembly 40 can extend and retract relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20 when the drive assembly 30 drives the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend and retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10, the through hole 23 not only facilitates the placement of the transmission gear on the first inner lamp sleeve 20, but also accommodates at least a part of the transmission gear. This avoids the transmission gear occupying too much volume in the vehicle lamp 100 and improves the structural compactness of the vehicle lamp 100.

[0074] Combination Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, there are at least two transmission coupling components 80, which are spaced apart on the circumferential sidewall of the first inner lamp sleeve 20. Specifically, by setting at least two transmission coupling components 80, at least two transmission coupling components 80 can simultaneously engage with the lamp head assembly 40 to transmit power to the lamp head assembly 40. Furthermore, by spaced apart on the circumferential sidewall of the first inner lamp sleeve 20, the power transmitted to the lamp head assembly 40 by the at least two transmission coupling components 80 can be distributed more evenly, thereby further improving the stability and reliability of the extension and retraction of the lamp head assembly 40 relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20, and further improving the reliability of the vehicle lamp 100.

[0075] Combination Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the drive assembly 30 mainly includes a drive member 31 and a transmission member 32. The drive member 31 is disposed at the bottom of the outer lamp housing 10, and the transmission member 32 is disposed on the drive member 31. A third transmission part 221 is disposed at the bottom of the first inner lamp sleeve 20, and the transmission member 32 is in a transmission engagement with the third transmission part 221. Specifically, by disposing the drive member 31 at the bottom of the outer lamp housing 10, the drive assembly 30 can be stably installed. By disposing the transmission member 32 on the drive member 31, the power of the drive member 31 can be output through the transmission member 32. Furthermore, by disposing the third transmission part 221 at the bottom of the first inner lamp sleeve 20, and by engaging the transmission member 32 with the third transmission part 221, the power of the drive member 31 can be transmitted to the first inner lamp sleeve 20 sequentially through the transmission member 32 and the transmission part, thereby driving the first inner lamp sleeve 20 to extend and retract relative to the outer lamp housing 10. This makes the extension and retraction of the first inner lamp sleeve 20 relative to the outer lamp housing 10 simpler and more reliable.

[0076] Furthermore, combined Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the first inner lamp sleeve 20 mainly includes: an inner lamp sleeve body 21 and a transmission bar 22. The transmission bar 22 is disposed at the bottom of the inner lamp sleeve body 21, the lamp head assembly 40 is disposed inside the inner lamp sleeve body 21, and the transmission bar 22 is provided with a third transmission part 221. Specifically, by disposing of the transmission bar 22 at the bottom of the inner lamp sleeve body 21, disposing of the lamp head assembly 40 inside the inner lamp sleeve body 21, and providing a third transmission part 221 on the transmission bar 22, when the drive assembly 30 is disposed at the bottom of the first inner lamp sleeve 20, the drive assembly 30 can easily and quickly achieve transmission cooperation with the third transmission part 221, improving transmission efficiency. Furthermore, while ensuring the transmission cooperation between the first inner lamp sleeve 20 and the drive assembly 30, the design of the transmission bar 22 can achieve the weight reduction of the first inner lamp sleeve 20.

[0077] Combination Figure 1-2 and Figure 5-6As shown, the vehicle headlight 100 may further include: an opening / closing member 60, which is rotatably mounted on the headlight assembly 40. The opening / closing member 60 is slidably engaged with the first inner lamp sleeve 20. The top of the opening / closing member 60 covers a portion of the headlight assembly 40, thereby changing the area of ​​the headlight assembly 40 covered by the opening / closing member 60 when the headlight assembly 40 extends or retracts relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20. Specifically, the opening / closing member 60 is rotatably mounted on the headlight assembly 40, and the top of the opening / closing member 60 can cover a portion of the headlight assembly 40. By sliding the opening / closing member 60 with the first inner lamp sleeve 20, when the first inner lamp sleeve 20 extends or retracts relative to the outer lamp housing 10, the first inner lamp sleeve 20 can drive the opening / closing member 60 to rotate relative to the headlight assembly 40, thereby changing the area of ​​the headlight assembly 40 covered by the opening / closing member 60. This allows for the concealment or exposure of the headlight assembly 40, enabling the transformation of the headlight 100 and further enhancing its technological and sophisticated appearance.

[0078] Combination Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the opening / closing component 60 mainly includes: an opening / closing piece 61 and a mating rod 62. The top of the mating rod 62 is connected to the outer edge of the opening / closing piece 61. The mating rod 62 is pivotally mounted on the lamp head assembly 40. The mating rod 62 is provided with a sliding groove 621. The first inner lamp sleeve 20 is provided with an inwardly protruding sliding part 24. The sliding part 24 is engaged in the sliding groove 621. Thus, when the first inner lamp sleeve 20 extends or retracts relative to the outer lamp housing 10, the sliding part 24 on the first inner lamp sleeve 20 can slide and engage with the sliding groove 621 on the mating rod, causing the mating rod 62 to move relative to the lamp head assembly 40, thereby causing the opening / closing piece 61 to rotate relative to the lamp head assembly 40. This makes the rotation of the opening / closing component 60 relative to the lamp head assembly 40 more stable and reliable.

[0079] Furthermore, combined Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, the slide 621 can mainly include: a first groove segment 6211 and a second groove segment 6212. The extension direction of the first groove segment 6211 is the same as the extension and retraction direction of the lamp head assembly 40. The second groove segment 6212 is connected to the bottom of the first groove segment 6211, and the second groove segment 6212 extends outward in the direction of extending to the bottom. Specifically, the second groove segment 6212 is connected to the bottom of the first groove segment 6211. When the vehicle lamp 100 is in the retracted state, the sliding part 24 cooperates with the first groove segment 6211. When the vehicle lamp 100 is in the extended state, the sliding part 24 cooperates with the second groove segment 6212. By making the extension direction of the first groove segment 6211 the same as the extension and retraction direction of the lamp head assembly 40, and making the second groove segment 6212 extend outward in the direction of extending to the bottom, when the lamp head assembly 40 extends relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20, the sliding part 24 can first cooperate with the first groove segment 6211. With mutual sliding cooperation, the opening and closing part 60 extends out relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20 along with the lamp head assembly 40. Then, the sliding part 24 can slide and cooperate with the second groove segment 6212. The sliding part 24 drives the cooperating rod 62 to rotate relative to the lamp head assembly 40. At the same time as the opening and closing part 60 extends out relative to the first inner lamp sleeve 20 along with the lamp head assembly 40, the opening and closing part 60 opens relative to the lamp head assembly 40. Thus, the coverage area of ​​the opening and closing part 60 on the lamp head assembly 40 can be different in different states of the vehicle light 100, which can further enhance the refinement and technological feel of the vehicle light 100.

[0080] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, there are multiple opening and closing components 60, which are spaced apart around the circumference of the lamp head assembly 40, and multiple opening and closing pieces 61 are connected sequentially in a ring. Specifically, by setting multiple opening and closing components 60 and arranging them spaced apart around the circumference of the lamp head assembly 40, and connecting them sequentially in a ring, the placement of the opening and closing components 60 conforms to the structure of the lamp head assembly 40. This allows the opening and closing components 60 to more effectively cover the area of ​​the lamp head assembly 40, further enhancing the sophistication of the vehicle headlight 100.

[0081] Furthermore, combined Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the lamp head assembly 40 mainly includes: a lamp head 41 and a second inner lamp sleeve 42. The second inner lamp sleeve 42 is fitted onto the lamp head 41, a second transmission part 421 is disposed on the second inner lamp sleeve 42, and an opening / closing member 60 is rotatably disposed on the second inner lamp sleeve 42. Specifically, by fitting the second inner lamp sleeve 42 onto the lamp head 41, the second inner lamp sleeve 42 can be used for transmission engagement with the transmission engagement member 80, and the opening / closing member 60 can be conveniently disposed on the lamp head assembly 40, thereby protecting the structure of the lamp head 41, improving the structural stability of the lamp head 41, and further improving the structural reliability of the vehicle lamp 100.

[0082] Based on the above description of the structure of the taillight 100 and any one of the drive structures (i.e., telescopic mechanisms) used to drive the two types of taillights, the following combines... Figure 7-9 This invention describes a method for controlling a vehicle taillight, a control device, a vehicle, and a storage medium, wherein the vehicle taillight is, for example, the taillight 100 described in the above embodiments.

[0083] Figure 7 This is a flowchart of a vehicle taillight control method according to an embodiment of the present invention. As mentioned above, the vehicle taillight includes a lamp head assembly, a telescopic mechanism, and a flip-up cover. The telescopic mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to extend and retract, and the flip-up cover covers the lamp head assembly to adjust the area of ​​obstruction to the lamp head assembly when the flip-up cover is opened or closed. As mentioned above, the opening and closing process of the flip-up cover is linked to the action of the telescopic mechanism. That is, when the telescopic mechanism operates in different positions, the state of the flip-up cover can be adjusted accordingly, driving the flip-up cover to close or controlling its opening angle. Further details are omitted here. In other words, the extension and retraction of the telescopic mechanism and the flip-up action of the cover are linked. The opening and closing of the flip-up cover can be achieved by relying on the linkage of the two, thus eliminating the need for separate control of the flip-up cover and saving the cost of separate control. Based on this, as... Figure 7 As shown, a method for controlling vehicle taillights according to an embodiment of the present invention specifically includes the following steps:

[0084] Step S1: Obtain vehicle status information.

[0085] In a specific example, vehicle status information includes, but is not limited to, overall vehicle operating status information, operating status information of various vehicle components, vehicle gear information, and status information of various vehicle switches. Specifically, vehicle status information can be obtained through one or more of the vehicle's instrument panel, multiple sensing units on the vehicle, and multiple control units on the vehicle.

[0086] Step S2: Determine whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the taillight intelligent transformation mode based on the vehicle status information.

[0087] Specifically, based on the vehicle status information obtained in step S1, it is determined whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode. If the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle is controlled to enter the corresponding intelligent taillight transformation mode. Otherwise, if the vehicle does not meet the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle is controlled not to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode.

[0088] Step S3: If yes, control the vehicle to enter the taillight intelligent transformation mode and obtain the vehicle's driving information. Based on the vehicle's driving information, control the shape of the lamp head assembly through the retractable mechanism and the flip cover.

[0089] Specifically, based on the acquired vehicle status information, when the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the system controls the vehicle to enter the corresponding intelligent taillight transformation mode. In this mode, the system acquires vehicle driving information, such as vehicle speed and engine speed, and controls the shape of the lamp head assembly through a retractable mechanism and a flip-up cover. For example, by controlling the retractable mechanism, the lamp head assembly can be extended or retracted, thereby changing its structural shape; by controlling the opening or closing of the flip-up cover, the area obscured by the lamp head assembly is adjusted, thus adjusting the size of the exposed and hidden areas of the lamp head assembly, and consequently changing the display shape of the lamp head assembly.

[0090] Specifically, the specific structure and working principle of the telescopic mechanism and the flip cover, as well as the specific implementation process of controlling the telescopic mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to extend and retract, and controlling the flip cover to adjust the shading area of ​​the lamp head assembly, can be found in the previous text and will not be repeated here.

[0091] Therefore, the vehicle taillight control method according to the present invention obtains vehicle status information, determines whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode based on the vehicle status information, and controls the vehicle to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode when the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode. In the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle's driving information is obtained, and based on the vehicle's driving information, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by a telescopic mechanism and a flip cover. For example, the telescopic mechanism controls the extension and retraction of the taillight, and the flip cover adjusts the occlusion area of ​​the lamp head assembly, so that the hidden area of ​​the lamp head assembly changes dynamically, thereby enabling the taillight to achieve a cool transformation and realizing a dynamic taillight display effect, thereby improving the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and enhancing the user's driving experience.

[0092] In one embodiment of the present invention, in step S3, based on the vehicle's driving information, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by the retractable mechanism and the flip cover, including: if the vehicle speed is greater than a preset speed, the retractable mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to retract to a preset retracted position or to drive the lamp head assembly to remain in the preset retracted position, and the flip cover is controlled to be in a closed state to cover or hide most of the area of ​​the lamp head assembly, only exposing a small part of the front section of the lamp head assembly, that is, the initial exposed part when in the retracted state.

[0093] In a specific embodiment, the preset vehicle speed is a pre-set speed value that can be set according to actual needs. Its setting is based on indicating the vehicle speed level. That is, when the vehicle speed is greater than the preset speed, it is considered high speed, and the vehicle is traveling quickly; when the vehicle speed is less than or equal to the preset speed, it is considered low speed, and the vehicle is traveling slowly. When the vehicle speed is greater than the preset speed, i.e., high speed, driving safety and stability are relatively low. Therefore, to improve driving safety and taillight safety, the taillights can be turned off, i.e., retracted to a preset retractable position, i.e., the position corresponding to the lamp head assembly in the retracted state or the limit position that the lamp head assembly can retract. At the same time, the flip cover is controlled to be in the closed state, so that the flip cover covers most of the area of ​​the lamp head assembly, only exposing a small part of the front section of the lamp head assembly, achieving most of the taillight concealment to ensure the safety and stability of the taillights during driving. Specifically, when the vehicle speed exceeds the preset speed, if the lamp assembly is not in the preset retractable position, the retractable mechanism can be controlled to retract the lamp assembly to the preset retractable position. If the lamp assembly is already in the preset retractable position, the retractable mechanism can be controlled to keep the lamp assembly in the preset retractable position. At the same time, the flip cover is controlled to be in the closed state, so that the flip cover covers most of the area of ​​the lamp assembly, only exposing a small part of the front part of the lamp assembly, thus achieving most of the taillight concealment and ensuring the safety and stability of the taillight during driving.

[0094] In a specific example, the preset vehicle speed is set to, for instance, 10 km / h. When the vehicle speed exceeds 10 km / h, it is considered high, and driving safety and stability are relatively low. Therefore, to improve driving safety and taillight safety, the taillights can be turned off by retracting them to a preset retractable position—the position corresponding to the retracted lamp head assembly or the maximum retractable position of the lamp head assembly. Simultaneously, the flip-up cover is kept closed, obscuring most of the lamp head assembly and exposing only a small portion of the front section, thus largely concealing the taillights and ensuring their safety and stability during driving. Specifically, when the vehicle speed exceeds 10 km / h, if the lamp head assembly is not in the preset retractable position, the retractable mechanism can be controlled to retract it to the preset position. If the lamp head assembly is already in the preset retractable position, the retractable mechanism is controlled to maintain it in that position, while the flip-up cover remains closed.

[0095] In one embodiment of the present invention, step S3, based on the vehicle's driving information, controls the shape of the lamp head assembly through a retractable mechanism and a flip cover, including: if the vehicle speed is less than or equal to a preset speed, then based on the vehicle's engine speed, controls the shape of the lamp head assembly through a retractable mechanism and a flip cover.

[0096] In other words, vehicle driving information includes at least vehicle speed and engine speed. When the vehicle speed is less than or equal to a preset speed, such as 10 km / h, it is considered a low speed, and the vehicle is moving slowly. At this time, driving safety and stability are relatively high. Therefore, the taillights can be controlled to deform, such as by controlling the extension and retraction of the taillights through a telescopic mechanism, and by adjusting the area of ​​the cover on the lamp head assembly through a flip-up cover. This allows the taillights to achieve a cool deformation and a dynamic taillight display effect, thereby improving the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and enhancing the user's driving experience. To achieve more precise and detailed control of the taillights, when the vehicle speed is less than or equal to the preset speed, the engine speed is obtained, and the telescopic mechanism and flip-up cover are controlled based on the engine speed to achieve more precise and detailed control of the shape of the lamp head assembly.

[0097] In one embodiment of the present invention, the above-mentioned control of the lamp head assembly shape based on the vehicle's engine speed through a retractable mechanism and a flip cover includes: if the engine speed is less than or equal to a first preset speed, controlling the retractable mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to a first preset position or drive the lamp head assembly to remain at the first preset position, and controlling the flip cover to be in a closed state to cover or hide most of the area of ​​the lamp head assembly, only exposing a small part of the front section of the lamp head assembly, that is, the initial exposed part when in the retracted state.

[0098] In a specific embodiment, the first preset speed is a pre-set speed value, which can be set according to actual needs. Its setting is based on indicating the engine speed. That is, when the engine speed is less than or equal to the first preset speed, the engine speed is considered low, and due to the low vehicle speed, the vehicle's driving stability is relatively low. Therefore, to improve driving safety and taillight safety, the taillight can be driven to the first gear. The first gear indicates that the taillight is driven to the first preset position, realizing the extension and retraction of the taillight. Simultaneously, the flip cover is controlled to be in the closed state, so that the flip cover covers most of the area of ​​the lamp head assembly, only exposing a small portion of the front of the lamp head assembly, thus achieving partial concealment of the taillight and ensuring the safety and stability of the taillight during driving. Specifically, when the engine speed is less than or equal to the first preset speed, the lamp head assembly is controlled to move to the first gear. This includes: if the lamp head assembly is not in the first preset position at this time, the retractable mechanism can be controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to extend or retract to the first preset position; if the lamp head assembly is already in the first preset position at this time, the retractable mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to remain in the first preset position. At the same time, the flip cover is kept closed, so that it covers most of the area of ​​the lamp head assembly, only exposing a small part of the front part of the lamp head assembly, thus hiding most of the taillights to ensure the safety and stability of the taillights during driving.

[0099] In a specific example, the first preset speed is set to, for instance, 1000 rpm. When the engine speed is less than or equal to 1000 rpm, it is considered low, and due to the low vehicle speed, the vehicle's stability is relatively low. Therefore, to improve driving safety and taillight safety, the taillights can be driven to the first position, while the flip cover is kept closed, obscuring most of the lamp head assembly and exposing only a small portion of the front of the assembly, thus largely concealing the taillights and ensuring their safety and stability during driving. Specifically, when the engine speed is less than or equal to 1000 rpm, the lamp head assembly is controlled to operate to the first position. This includes: if the lamp head assembly is not in the first preset position, the retractable mechanism can be controlled to extend or retract the lamp head assembly to the first preset position; if the lamp head assembly is already in the first preset position, the retractable mechanism is controlled to keep the lamp head assembly in the first preset position. Simultaneously, the flip cover is kept closed, obscuring most of the lamp head assembly and exposing only a small portion of the front of the assembly, thus largely concealing the taillights.

[0100] In one embodiment of the present invention, the above-mentioned control of the lamp head assembly shape based on the vehicle's engine speed through a retractable mechanism and a flip cover further includes: if the engine speed is greater than a first preset speed and less than or equal to a second preset speed, then controlling the retractable mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to a second preset position or drive the lamp head assembly to remain in the second preset position, and controlling the flip cover to open to a first preset angle to cover or hide a small portion of the lamp head assembly and expose more of the lamp head assembly, wherein the second preset position and the first preset position are located on the same side of the preset retraction position, and the distance between the second preset position and the preset retraction position is greater than the distance between the first preset position and the preset retraction position.

[0101] In a specific embodiment, the first preset speed and the second preset speed are pre-set speed values ​​that can be set according to actual needs. Their setting is based on indicating the engine speed. That is, when the engine speed is greater than the first preset speed and less than or equal to the second preset speed, the engine speed is considered moderate. Furthermore, due to the low vehicle speed, the vehicle is relatively stable. Therefore, to balance driving safety, taillight safety, and the dynamic display effect of the taillights, the taillights can be driven to the second position. The second position indicates that the taillights should be driven to the second preset position, enabling the taillights to extend and retract. Simultaneously, the flip cover is controlled to open, such as to open to the first preset angle, so that the flip cover partially covers the area of ​​the lamp head assembly, partially concealing the taillights. This ensures the safety and stability of the taillights during driving, while also maintaining a certain dynamic display effect. Specifically, when the engine speed is greater than the first preset speed and less than or equal to the second preset speed, the lamp head assembly is controlled to operate to the second position. Specifically, this includes: if the lamp head assembly is not in the second preset position, the retractable mechanism can be controlled to extend or retract the lamp head assembly to the second preset position; if the lamp head assembly is already in the second preset position, the retractable mechanism can be controlled to keep the lamp head assembly in the second preset position. Simultaneously, the flip cover is controlled to open to the first preset angle to cover a small portion of the lamp head assembly, thus partially concealing it to ensure the safety and stability of the taillights during driving, while maintaining a certain dynamic display effect. The second preset position and the first preset position are located on the same side of the preset retractable position, and the distance between the second preset position and the preset retractable position is greater than the distance between the first preset position and the preset retractable position. In other words, the second preset position is farther from the preset retractable position than the first preset position; that is, in the second gear, the taillights extend further from the preset retractable position than in the first gear, and the flip cover opens at a larger angle.

[0102] In a specific example, the first preset speed is set to, for example, 1000 rpm, and the second preset speed is set to, for example, 3000 rpm. That is, when 1000 rpm < engine speed ≤ 3000 rpm, the engine speed is considered moderate, and due to the low vehicle speed, the vehicle is relatively stable. Therefore, to balance driving safety, taillight safety, and the dynamic display effect of the taillights, the taillights can be driven to the second position, while simultaneously controlling the flip cover to open at a first preset angle, such as 7 degrees, so that the flip cover covers a small portion of the lamp head assembly, achieving partial concealment of the taillights. This ensures the safety and stability of the taillights during driving, while also maintaining a certain dynamic display effect. Specifically, when 1000 rpm < engine speed ≤ 3000 rpm, the lamp head assembly is controlled to move to the second position. This includes: if the lamp head assembly is not in the second preset position at this time, the retractable mechanism can be controlled to extend or retract the lamp head assembly to the second preset position; if the lamp head assembly is already in the second preset position, the retractable mechanism is controlled to keep the lamp head assembly in the second preset position. At the same time, the flip cover is opened by 7 degrees to cover a small part of the lamp head assembly, so that the lamp head assembly is partially hidden, to ensure the safety and stability of the taillights during driving, while maintaining a certain dynamic display effect of the taillights.

[0103] In one embodiment of the present invention, the above-mentioned control of the lamp head assembly shape based on the vehicle's engine speed through the retractable mechanism and the flip cover further includes: if the engine speed is greater than a second preset speed, controlling the retractable mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to a third preset position or to drive the lamp head assembly to remain at the third preset position, and controlling the flip cover to open to a second preset angle, wherein the second preset angle is greater than the first preset angle, the third preset position and the second preset position are located on the same side of the preset retraction position, and the distance between the third preset position and the preset retraction position is greater than the distance between the second preset position and the preset retraction position.

[0104] In a specific embodiment, the second preset speed is a pre-set speed value that can be set according to actual needs. Its setting is based on indicating the engine speed. That is, when the engine speed is greater than the second preset speed, it is considered to be high. Furthermore, due to the lower vehicle speed, the vehicle's stability and safety are relatively high. Therefore, to fully demonstrate the dynamic display effect of the taillights, the taillights can be driven to the third position. The third position indicates that the taillights should be driven to a third preset position, enabling the taillights to extend and retract. Simultaneously, the flip cover is fully opened, such as to the second preset angle, so that the flip cover no longer obstructs the lamp head assembly, maximizing the exposure of the taillights and fully demonstrating their dynamic display effect during driving. Specifically, when the engine speed is greater than the second preset speed, the lamp head assembly is controlled to move to the third position. This includes: if the lamp head assembly is not in the third preset position, the retractable mechanism can be controlled to extend or retract the lamp head assembly to the third preset position; if the lamp head assembly is already in the third preset position, the retractable mechanism is controlled to keep the lamp head assembly in the third preset position. Simultaneously, the flip cover is controlled to open to the second preset angle, i.e., fully open, no longer obstructing the lamp head assembly, maximizing the exposure of the lamp head assembly to fully showcase the dynamic display effect of the taillights during driving. The third preset position and the second preset position are located on the same side of the preset retractable position, and the distance between the third preset position and the preset retractable position is greater than the distance between the second preset position and the preset retractable position. In other words, the third preset position is farther from the preset retractable position compared to the second preset position; that is, in the third gear, the taillights extend further from the preset retractable position compared to the second gear, and the flip cover opens at a larger angle.

[0105] In a specific example, the second preset speed is set to, for instance, 3000 rpm. When the engine speed is >3000 rpm, it is considered a high engine speed, and due to the lower vehicle speed, the vehicle's stability and safety are relatively high. Therefore, to fully showcase the dynamic display effect of the taillights, the taillights can be driven to the third position, while the flip cover is controlled to open to its maximum angle, i.e., the second preset angle, such as 12.5 degrees. This ensures the flip cover no longer obstructs the taillight assembly, maximizing the taillight's visibility and fully showcasing its dynamic display effect during driving. Specifically, when the engine speed >3000 rpm, the taillight assembly is controlled to operate to the third position. This includes: if the taillight assembly is not in the third preset position, the retractable mechanism can be controlled to extend or retract the taillight assembly to the third preset position; if the taillight assembly is already in the third preset position, the retractable mechanism is controlled to keep the taillight assembly in the third preset position. At the same time, the flip cover is controlled to open to the maximum opening angle, such as 12.5 degrees, so that the flip cover no longer obstructs the lamp head assembly, and the taillights are exposed to the maximum extent, so as to fully reflect the dynamic display effect of the taillights during driving.

[0106] In a specific embodiment, when the taillight is in the retracted state, it is at a preset retracted position, at which point the taillight has retracted to its limit position and cannot retract further. The taillight can extend from the preset retracted position along a set extension direction, reaching its maximum extension position, at which point it cannot extend further, and can retract along a retraction direction opposite to the extension direction, reaching the preset retracted position, at which point it cannot retract further. The preset retracted position and the maximum extension position form the maximum extension stroke or maximum retraction stroke of the taillight. In a specific example, when the taillight is extended to the first position, it corresponds to a first preset position, which is one-third of the maximum extension stroke of the taillight. At this time, the flip cover is in the closed state, obscuring or hiding most of the lamp head assembly area, only exposing a small portion of the front section of the lamp head assembly. When the taillight is extended to the second position, it corresponds to the second preset position, which is two-thirds of the maximum extension stroke of the taillight. At this time, the flip cover is partially open, such as opening it 7 degrees, thus partially obscuring the lamp head assembly, allowing the taillight to be partially hidden and revealing most of the lamp head assembly. When the taillight is extended to the third position, it corresponds to the third preset position, which is the maximum extension position of the taillight. At this time, the flip cover is fully open, such as opening it 12.5 degrees. At this time, the flip cover no longer obscures the lamp head assembly, allowing the lamp head assembly to be revealed to the maximum extent.

[0107] In one embodiment of the present invention, the method for controlling the vehicle taillight further includes: controlling the output brightness of the lamp head assembly according to different shapes of the lamp head assembly. For example, the brightness of the lamp head assembly is controlled according to its position, wherein the further the lamp head assembly is from the preset retraction position, the greater the brightness of the lamp head assembly. Thus, the brightness of the taillight can be adjusted according to the degree of taillight deformation; during taillight retraction, the greater the deformation, the further away from the preset retraction position. Since the greater the taillight deformation, the smaller the area obscured by the flip cover on the lamp head assembly, and the more of the lamp head assembly is exposed, the greater the taillight deformation, the greater its display brightness, so as to maximize the highlighting of the dynamic deformation and display effect of the taillight.

[0108] In one embodiment of the present invention, the output brightness of the lamp head assembly is controlled to be different according to the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, including: when the retractable mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to a first preset position and the flip cover is controlled to be in a closed state, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output a first light brightness.

[0109] In a specific embodiment, the first light brightness is a preset brightness value, which can be set according to actual needs. The setting is based on the brightness level of the indicator light head assembly. When the first light brightness is output, the brightness of the indicator light head assembly is considered low. That is, after controlling the retractable mechanism to drive the indicator light head assembly to the first position, the taillight deformation is small, so the indicator light head assembly is lit, and a lower first light brightness value is output, thereby saving energy while displaying a certain taillight deformation effect.

[0110] In one embodiment of the present invention, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output different brightness according to different shapes of the lamp head assembly, and the method further includes: when the retractable mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to a second preset position and the flip cover is controlled to open to a first preset angle, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output a second light brightness, the second light brightness being greater than the first light brightness.

[0111] In a specific embodiment, the first and second light brightness values ​​are preset brightness values ​​that can be set according to actual needs. The setting is based on the brightness level of the indicator light head assembly. When the first light brightness is output, the brightness of the indicator light head assembly is considered low; when the second light brightness is output, the brightness of the indicator light head assembly is considered moderate. That is, after controlling the retractable mechanism to drive the indicator light head assembly to the second position, at which point the taillight deformation is large, the indicator light head assembly is controlled to light up, and a moderate second light brightness value is output to improve the dynamic display effect of the taillight.

[0112] In one embodiment of the present invention, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output different brightness levels according to different shapes of the lamp head assembly, and the method further includes: when the retractable mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to a third preset position and the flip cover is opened to a second preset angle, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output a third light brightness, which is greater than the second light brightness.

[0113] In a specific embodiment, the second and third light brightness values ​​are preset brightness values, which can be set according to actual needs. The setting is based on the brightness level of the indicator light head assembly. When the second light brightness is output, the brightness of the indicator light head assembly is considered moderate; when the third light brightness is output, the brightness of the indicator light head assembly is considered high. That is, after controlling the retractable mechanism to drive the indicator light head assembly to the third position, at which point the taillight deformation reaches its maximum, the indicator light head assembly is controlled to light up, and a higher brightness value (third light brightness) is output to further highlight and improve the dynamic display effect of the taillight.

[0114] In summary, in the embodiments of the present invention, the lamp head assembly can be controlled to form different shapes according to the engine speed, that is, the lamp head assembly can be controlled to produce dynamic deformation in its structure. At the same time, different light brightness can be matched with different shapes of the lamp head assembly, that is, the lamp head assembly can be controlled to intelligently output different brightness, thereby forming dynamic deformation in brightness display. In this way, a visual superposition display effect can be formed in both structural and brightness display dimensions, further enhancing the dynamic deformation effect of the lamp head assembly, enhancing the visual impact on pedestrians, further improving the vehicle's technological and intelligent feel, and enhancing brand influence.

[0115] In one embodiment of the present invention, step S2, determining whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode based on the vehicle status information, includes: when the vehicle is powered on and the ignition switch is turned on, determining that the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode.

[0116] Specifically, once the vehicle is unlocked and powered on, and the ignition switch is triggered and turned on (i.e., the vehicle is ignited), the vehicle is in a driving-ready state and can respond to the accelerator pedal action to enter driving mode. This determines that the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the taillight intelligent transformation mode. Based on this, the vehicle can be controlled to enter the taillight intelligent transformation mode, thereby controlling the taillights to transform and achieve various dynamic forms.

[0117] In one embodiment of the present invention, the method for controlling vehicle taillights further includes: receiving a taillight off control command input by a user through a taillight control switch; responding to the taillight off control command to control the flip cover to be in a closed state, and controlling the retractable mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to retract to a preset retracted position or to drive the lamp head assembly to remain in a preset retracted position.

[0118] Specifically, the vehicle is equipped with a taillight control switch for manual operation. Users can control the taillights manually by operating this switch. The taillight control switch can be a physical switch or button located inside the vehicle, or a virtual switch or button on a user terminal linked to the vehicle, such as a mobile phone. The in-vehicle taillight control switch can be located on the center console for convenient operation. Specifically, users can decide whether to manually turn off the taillights based on actual conditions to ensure taillight safety. For example, if a user believes there is a safety hazard and it is not suitable to activate the intelligent taillight control, the user can input a taillight-off command through the taillight control switch. The taillight controller responds to the command by closing the flip-up cover and, if the taillights are not in the preset retractable position, controlling the retractable mechanism to retract the lamp head assembly to the preset retractable position. Alternatively, if the taillights are already in the preset retractable position, the controller will keep the lamp head assembly in the preset retractable position, thus forcibly turning off the intelligent taillight control and retracting the taillights to the preset retractable position, thereby ensuring taillight safety.

[0119] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control method for the vehicle taillights further includes displaying the real-time status of the taillights. For example, the real-time status of the taillights can be displayed through a display module, such as a vehicle dashboard or a HUT (Head Unit, terminal information display unit), including whether the taillights are currently in a preset retractable position, in position 1 (in a first preset position with the flip cover closed), position 2 (in a second preset position with the flip cover partially open), or position 3 (in a third preset position with the flip cover fully open), as well as the current brightness of the taillights, so that the user can promptly know the real-time status of the taillights. Furthermore, when a taillight malfunctions, the real-time display status of the taillights can also provide a basis for fault repair, facilitating timely and accurate repair by maintenance personnel. In specific embodiments, the real-time status of the taillights can be displayed in the form of, but not limited to, images, text, videos, or three-dimensional simulation images.

[0120] To facilitate a better understanding of the present invention, the following is combined with... Figure 8 The method for controlling vehicle taillights according to specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below.

[0121] In this embodiment, the control execution body of the vehicle taillight control method is, for example, the vehicle taillight controller, that is, the taillight controller controls the telescopic mechanism and the flip cover action, thereby realizing the control of the shape of the lamp head assembly.

[0122] Specifically, such as Figure 8 As shown, the method for controlling the vehicle's taillights includes the following steps:

[0123] Step S10: Process begins.

[0124] Step S11: Determine whether the vehicle is unlocked and powered on. If yes, proceed to step S13; otherwise, proceed to step S12.

[0125] Step S12: If it is determined that the vehicle is not unlocked and powered on, the taillight controller will go into sleep mode and not work.

[0126] Step S13: If it is determined that the vehicle is unlocked and powered on, the taillight controller will be woken up and enter the working state.

[0127] Step S14: Determine whether the ignition switch has been triggered and turned on, i.e. whether the vehicle has been started. If yes, proceed to step S16; otherwise, proceed to step S15.

[0128] Step S15: If the ignition switch is not triggered and turned on, i.e. the vehicle is not started, the taillight controller controls the taillights to turn off, i.e., controls the lamp head assembly to retract to the preset retracted position or controls the lamp head assembly to remain in the preset retracted position, while controlling the flip cover to be closed and controlling the taillights not to light up.

[0129] Step S16: Determine that the ignition switch has been triggered and turned on, that is, the vehicle has been started. Further determine whether the vehicle speed is less than or equal to the preset vehicle speed, that is, 10km / h. If yes, proceed to step S17; otherwise, return to step S15.

[0130] Step S17: When the vehicle speed is less than or equal to 10km / h, intelligent deformation control of the taillights is performed according to the vehicle's engine speed, specifically by executing step S18.

[0131] Step S18: When the engine speed is less than or equal to the first preset speed (e.g., engine speed ≤ 1000 rpm), control the lamp head assembly to deform to position 1, i.e., drive the lamp head assembly to the first preset position, and control the flip cover to be in the closed state to cover most of the taillight area, achieving the goal of mostly hiding the taillight and only revealing a small part of the front section of the lamp head assembly. Then, control the lamp head assembly to illuminate, outputting a lower brightness level 1. When the engine speed is greater than the first preset speed and less than or equal to the second preset speed (e.g., < 1000 rpm, engine speed ≤ 3000 rpm), control the lamp head assembly to deform to position 2, i.e., drive the lamp head assembly to the second preset position, and... The taillight controller partially opens the flip-top cover, for example, to a first preset angle, such as 7 degrees, to partially obscure the taillight assembly, thus partially hiding the taillight and revealing most of the assembly. Then, the taillight assembly is illuminated, outputting a moderate level 2 brightness. When the engine speed exceeds a second preset speed, such as >3000 rpm, the taillight assembly is deformed to level 3, driving it to a third preset position. Simultaneously, the flip-top cover fully opens, for example, to a second preset angle, such as 12.5 degrees, no longer obscuring the taillight assembly and maximizing its visibility. Then, the taillight assembly is illuminated, outputting a higher level 3 brightness. Therefore, in this embodiment, the taillight controller can dynamically deform the taillights based on vehicle status and driving information. For example, it can control the taillights to extend and retract via a telescopic mechanism and adjust the obscuring area of ​​the taillight assembly via the flip-top cover, thus achieving a cool transformation of the taillights, enhancing the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and improving the user experience.

[0132] According to the vehicle taillight control method of the present invention, vehicle status information is acquired, and the vehicle status information is used to determine whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode. When the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle is controlled to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode. In the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle's driving information is acquired, and based on the vehicle's driving information, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by a telescopic mechanism and a flip cover. For example, the telescopic mechanism controls the extension and retraction of the taillight, and the flip cover adjusts the occlusion area of ​​the lamp head assembly, thereby enabling the taillight to achieve a cool transformation and realizing a dynamic taillight display effect. This improves the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and enhances the user's driving experience.

[0133] A further embodiment of the present invention discloses a control device for a vehicle taillight. As described above, the taillight includes a lamp head assembly, a telescopic mechanism, and a flip cover. The telescopic mechanism is used to drive the lamp head assembly to extend and retract, and the flip cover is disposed on the lamp head assembly to adjust the shading area of ​​the lamp head assembly when the flip cover is opened or closed.

[0134] Figure 9This is a structural block diagram of a vehicle taillight control device according to an embodiment of the present invention, such as... Figure 9 As shown, the control device 1000 for the vehicle taillights includes: an acquisition module 1001, a judgment module 1002, and a control module 1003.

[0135] Specifically, the acquisition module 1001 is used to acquire vehicle status information.

[0136] The judgment module 1002 is used to determine whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the taillight intelligent transformation mode based on the vehicle status information.

[0137] The control module 1003 is used to control the vehicle to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode when the conditions for entering the taillight intelligent transformation mode are met, and to obtain the vehicle's driving information. Based on the vehicle's driving information, the module controls the shape of the lamp head assembly through the retractable mechanism and the flip cover.

[0138] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 controls the shape of the lamp head assembly based on the vehicle's driving information through a retractable mechanism and a flip cover, including: if the vehicle speed is greater than a preset speed, controlling the retractable mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to retract to a preset retracted position or driving the lamp head assembly to remain in the preset retracted position, and controlling the flip cover to be in a closed state.

[0139] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 controls the shape of the lamp head assembly based on the vehicle's driving information through a retractable mechanism and a flip cover, including: if the vehicle speed is less than or equal to a preset speed, then the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled based on the vehicle's engine speed through the retractable mechanism and the flip cover.

[0140] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 controls the shape of the lamp head assembly based on the engine speed of the vehicle through a retractable mechanism and a flip cover, including: if the engine speed is less than or equal to a first preset speed, controlling the retractable mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to a first preset position or drive the lamp head assembly to remain in the first preset position, and controlling the flip cover to be in a closed state.

[0141] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 controls the shape of the lamp head assembly based on the engine speed of the vehicle through a telescopic mechanism and a flip cover. The control module further includes: if the engine speed is greater than a first preset speed and less than or equal to a second preset speed, controlling the telescopic mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to a second preset position or driving the lamp head assembly to remain in the second preset position, and controlling the flip cover to open to a first preset angle. The second preset position and the first preset position are located on the same side of the preset retraction position, and the distance between the second preset position and the preset retraction position is greater than the distance between the first preset position and the preset retraction position.

[0142] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 controls the shape of the lamp head assembly based on the engine speed of the vehicle through a telescopic mechanism and a flip cover. The control module further includes: if the engine speed is greater than a second preset speed, controlling the telescopic mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to a third preset position or to drive the lamp head assembly to remain in the third preset position, and controlling the flip cover to open to a second preset angle, wherein the second preset angle is greater than the first preset angle, the third preset position and the second preset position are located on the same side of the preset retraction position, and the distance between the third preset position and the preset retraction position is greater than the distance between the second preset position and the preset retraction position.

[0143] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 is further configured to: control the output brightness of the lamp head assembly to be different according to the different shapes of the lamp head assembly.

[0144] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 controls the output brightness of the lamp head assembly according to the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, including: when controlling the telescopic mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to a first preset position and controlling the flip cover to be in a closed state, controlling the lamp head assembly to output a first light brightness.

[0145] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 controls the output brightness of the lamp head assembly according to the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, and further includes: when controlling the telescopic mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to a second preset position and controlling the flip cover to open to a first preset angle, controlling the lamp head assembly to output a second light brightness, the second light brightness being greater than the first light brightness.

[0146] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 controls the output brightness of the lamp head assembly according to the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, and further includes: when the retractable mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to a third preset position and controls the flip cover to open to a second preset angle, the control module 1003 controls the lamp head assembly to output a third light brightness, the third light brightness being greater than the second light brightness.

[0147] In one embodiment of the present invention, the judgment module 1002 determines whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the taillight intelligent transformation mode based on the vehicle status information, including: when the vehicle is powered on and the ignition switch is turned on, determining that the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the taillight intelligent transformation mode.

[0148] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 is further configured to: receive a taillight off control command input by the user through the taillight control switch; respond to the taillight off control command to control the flip cover to be in a closed state, and control the retractable mechanism to drive the lamp head assembly to retract to a preset retracted position or drive the lamp head assembly to remain in the preset retracted position.

[0149] In a specific embodiment of the present invention, the control module 1003 is configured, for example, as a taillight controller for a vehicle.

[0150] In one embodiment of the present invention, the control device 1000 for the vehicle taillights further includes a display module (not shown in the figure), which is used to display the real-time status of the taillights. For example, the real-time status of the taillights can be displayed through the display module, such as a vehicle dashboard or HUT (Head Unit, terminal information display unit), including whether the taillights are currently in a preset retraction position, in position 1 (in a first preset position and the flip cover is closed), position 2 (in a second preset position and the flip cover is partially open), or position 3 (in a third preset position and the flip cover is fully open), as well as the current brightness of the taillights, so that the user can promptly know the real-time status of the taillights. Furthermore, when a taillight malfunctions, the real-time display status of the taillights can also provide a basis for fault repair, facilitating timely and accurate repair by maintenance personnel. In specific embodiments, the real-time status of the taillights can be displayed in the form of, but not limited to, images, text, videos, or three-dimensional simulation images.

[0151] It should be noted that the vehicle taillight control device 1000 of this embodiment controls the vehicle taillights in a manner similar to the specific implementation of the vehicle taillight control method described in any of the above embodiments of this invention. For details, please refer to the description in the method section. To reduce redundancy, it will not be repeated here.

[0152] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle taillight control device 1000 acquires vehicle status information and determines whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode. When the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the device controls the vehicle to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode. In the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the device acquires the vehicle's driving information and controls the shape of the lamp head assembly based on the vehicle's driving information through a telescopic mechanism and a flip cover. For example, the telescopic mechanism controls the extension and retraction of the taillight, and the flip cover adjusts the area of ​​the lamp head assembly to dynamically change the hidden area of ​​the lamp head assembly, thereby enabling the taillight to achieve a cool transformation and realizing a dynamic taillight display effect. This improves the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and enhances the user's driving experience.

[0153] A further embodiment of the present invention also discloses a vehicle.

[0154] In some embodiments, the vehicle includes a vehicle taillight control device 1000 as described in any of the above embodiments of the present invention.

[0155] In other embodiments, the vehicle includes a processor, a memory, and a vehicle taillight control program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the vehicle taillight control program, when executed by the processor, implements the vehicle taillight control method as described in any of the above embodiments of the present invention.

[0156] In a specific embodiment, the vehicle can be any one of a pure electric vehicle, a gasoline vehicle, or a hybrid vehicle.

[0157] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle obtains vehicle status information and determines whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode. When the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle is controlled to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode. In the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the vehicle's driving information is obtained, and based on the vehicle's driving information, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled through a telescopic mechanism and a flip cover. For example, the telescopic mechanism controls the extension and retraction of the taillight, and the flip cover adjusts the occlusion area of ​​the lamp head assembly, so that the hidden area of ​​the lamp head assembly dynamically changes, thereby enabling the taillight to achieve a cool transformation and realizing a dynamic taillight display effect. This improves the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and enhances the user's driving experience.

[0158] A further embodiment of the present invention discloses a computer-readable storage medium storing a control program for a vehicle taillight, wherein the control program for the vehicle taillight, when executed by a processor, implements the vehicle taillight control method as described in any of the above embodiments of the present invention.

[0159] According to an embodiment of the present invention, when a computer-readable storage medium storing a vehicle taillight control program thereon is executed by a processor, the program acquires vehicle status information and determines whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode based on the vehicle status information. When the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the program controls the vehicle to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode. In the intelligent taillight transformation mode, the program acquires the vehicle's driving information and, based on the vehicle's driving information, controls the shape of the lamp head assembly through a retractable mechanism and a flip cover. For example, the retractable mechanism controls the extension and retraction of the taillight, and the flip cover adjusts the area of ​​obstruction of the lamp head assembly, so that the hidden area of ​​the lamp head assembly dynamically changes to control the taillight to be exposed or hidden. This allows the taillight to achieve a cool transformation, realizing a dynamic taillight display effect, thereby improving the vehicle's intelligence and technological feel, and enhancing the user's driving experience.

[0160] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0161] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A method for controlling vehicle taillights, characterized in that, The taillight includes a lamp head assembly, a telescopic mechanism, and a flip-up cover. The telescopic mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to extend or retract. The flip-up cover covers the lamp head assembly to adjust the shading area on the lamp head assembly when the flip-up cover is opened or closed. The control method includes the following steps: Obtain vehicle status information; Based on the vehicle status information, determine whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the taillight intelligent transformation mode; If so, the vehicle is controlled to enter the taillight intelligent transformation mode, and the vehicle's driving information is obtained. Based on the vehicle's driving information, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by the retractable mechanism and the flip cover.

2. The vehicle taillight control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Based on the vehicle's driving information, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled via the retractable mechanism and the flip-up cover, including: If the vehicle speed is greater than the preset speed, the retractable mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to retract to the preset retractable position or to keep the lamp head assembly at the preset retractable position, and the flip cover is controlled to be in the closed state.

3. The vehicle taillight control method according to claim 2, characterized in that, Based on the vehicle's driving information, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled via the retractable mechanism and the flip-up cover, including: If the vehicle speed is less than or equal to the preset speed, the shape of the lamp assembly is controlled by the telescopic mechanism and the flip cover based on the vehicle's engine speed.

4. The vehicle taillight control method according to claim 3, characterized in that, Based on the vehicle's engine speed, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled via the retractable mechanism and the flip-up cover, including: If the engine speed is less than or equal to the first preset speed, the telescopic mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to the first preset position or to keep the lamp head assembly at the first preset position, and the flip cover is controlled to be in the closed state.

5. The vehicle taillight control method according to claim 4, characterized in that, Based on the engine speed of the vehicle, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by the retractable mechanism and the flip cover, and the system further includes: If the engine speed is greater than the first preset speed and less than or equal to the second preset speed, then the retractable mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to the second preset position or to keep the lamp head assembly in the second preset position, and the flip cover is controlled to open to the first preset angle, wherein the second preset position and the first preset position are located on the same side of the preset retraction position, and the distance between the second preset position and the preset retraction position is greater than the distance between the first preset position and the preset retraction position.

6. The method for controlling vehicle taillights according to claim 5, characterized in that, Based on the engine speed of the vehicle, the shape of the lamp head assembly is controlled by the retractable mechanism and the flip cover, and the system further includes: If the engine speed is greater than the second preset speed, the telescopic mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to a third preset position or to keep the lamp head assembly at the third preset position, and the flip cover is controlled to open to a second preset angle, wherein the second preset angle is greater than the first preset angle, the third preset position and the second preset position are located on the same side of the preset retraction position, and the distance between the third preset position and the preset retraction position is greater than the distance between the second preset position and the preset retraction position.

7. The vehicle taillight control method according to claim 3, characterized in that, Also includes: Depending on the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, the output brightness of the lamp head assembly can be controlled accordingly.

8. The method for controlling vehicle taillights according to claim 7, characterized in that, Depending on the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, the output brightness of the lamp head assembly can be controlled to be different, including: When the retractable mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to a first preset position and the flip cover is closed, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output a first light brightness.

9. The method for controlling vehicle taillights according to claim 8, characterized in that, Depending on the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, the output brightness of the lamp head assembly is controlled to be different, and the method further includes: When the retractable mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to a second preset position and the flip cover is opened to a first preset angle, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output a second light brightness, which is greater than the first light brightness.

10. The method for controlling vehicle taillights according to claim 9, characterized in that, Depending on the different shapes of the lamp head assembly, the output brightness of the lamp head assembly is controlled to be different, and the method further includes: When the retractable mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to a third preset position and the flip cover is opened to a second preset angle, the lamp head assembly is controlled to output a third light brightness, which is greater than the second light brightness.

11. The method for controlling vehicle taillights according to claim 1, characterized in that, The step of determining whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the taillight intelligent transformation mode based on the vehicle status information includes: When the vehicle is powered on and the ignition switch is turned on, it is determined that the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the taillight intelligent transformation mode.

12. The method for controlling vehicle taillights according to any one of claims 1-10, characterized in that, The control method further includes: Receives the taillight off control command input by the user via the taillight control switch; In response to the taillight off control command, the flip cover is controlled to be in the closed state, and the telescopic mechanism is controlled to drive the lamp head assembly to retract to a preset retracted position or to drive the lamp head assembly to remain in the preset retracted position.

13. A control device for a vehicle taillight, characterized in that, The taillight includes a lamp head assembly, a telescopic mechanism, and a flip-up cover. The telescopic mechanism drives the lamp head assembly to extend or retract. The flip-up cover covers the lamp head assembly to adjust the shading area on the lamp head assembly when the flip-up cover is opened or closed. The control device includes: The acquisition module is used to acquire vehicle status information; The judgment module is used to determine whether the vehicle meets the conditions for entering the taillight intelligent transformation mode based on the vehicle status information. The control module is used to control the vehicle to enter the intelligent taillight transformation mode when the conditions for entering the taillight transformation mode are met, and to acquire the vehicle's driving information. Based on the vehicle's driving information, the module controls the shape of the lamp head assembly through the retractable mechanism and the flip cover.

14. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: The vehicle taillight control device as described in claim 13, or, A processor, a memory, and a vehicle taillight control program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the vehicle taillight control program, when executed by the processor, implements the vehicle taillight control method as described in any one of claims 1-12.

15. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that, The computer-readable storage medium stores a control program for vehicle taillights, which, when executed by a processor, implements the vehicle taillight control method as described in any one of claims 1-12.

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