Safety belt distortion detection method and device and vehicle

Abstract

The invention discloses a method and device for detecting distortion of a safety belt and a vehicle, and belongs to the technical field of intelligent driving. One specific embodiment of the method comprises the following steps: receiving output signals of at least two copper wires of the safety belt in response to an electronic control unit; wherein the copper wire is integrated in a braid of the safety belt, and the copper wire is connected with the electronic control unit; and identifying that the output signal is the interaction of the magnetic field, and generating and outputting early warning information. According to the method, the technical effects of detecting the twisting condition of the safety belt and avoiding damage can be achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of intelligent driving technology, and in particular to a method, apparatus and vehicle for detecting seat belt torsion. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the retraction performance of seat belts may decrease due to prolonged use or weather conditions. When people unbuckle their seat belts, the belt may not retract properly, and it may become twisted when they try to fasten it again. Because people wear a lot of clothing, they may not be able to notice the twisted seat belt. If an accident occurs, the twisted seat belt reduces the contact area with the body, and the force exerted on the body will increase significantly, which may cause serious injury. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides a method, apparatus and vehicle for detecting seat belt torsion, which can detect the torsion of seat belts and avoid causing injury.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: In a first aspect, the present invention provides a method for detecting seat belt torsion, comprising: responding to an electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seat belt; wherein the copper wires are integrated in the webbing of the seat belt and the copper wires are connected to the electronic control unit; identifying the output signal as an interaction of magnetic fields, generating a warning message and outputting it.

[0005] Optionally, the safety belt may include: integrating a copper wire on each of the two edges of the webbing.

[0006] Optionally, it includes: multiple copper wires integrated in parallel within the webbing of the seat belt, with each copper wire spaced at the same distance from the others.

[0007] Optionally, after identifying the output signal as indicating the presence of interacting magnetic fields, the process includes: obtaining the number of nodes in the seatbelt where the magnetic fields are interacting, determining the corresponding warning level, and generating corresponding warning information and warning measures.

[0008] Optionally, it includes: in response to the number of nodes being less than or equal to a preset first quantity threshold, determining the warning level as Level 1, generating warning information and broadcasting it via voice.

[0009] Optionally, it includes: in response to the number of nodes being greater than a preset first quantity threshold and less than a preset second quantity threshold, determining the warning level as level two, generating and outputting warning information, and performing a first frequency of tightening and loosening operation on the seat belt.

[0010] Optionally, it includes: in response to the number of nodes being greater than or equal to a preset second quantity threshold, determining the warning level as level three, generating and outputting warning information, and performing a second frequency of tightening / loosening operation on the seat belt.

[0011] Optionally, after identifying that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields, the method further includes: detecting that the vehicle driving scenario meets preset scenario conditions, generating warning information and outputting it.

[0012] Optionally, after identifying that the output signal indicates the presence of interacting magnetic fields, the process includes: locating the position information of the interacting magnetic fields of the seat belt; determining that the position information belongs to a preset seat belt warning area; generating and outputting warning information.

[0013] Secondly, embodiments of the present invention provide a device for detecting seat belt torsion, comprising a detection unit and an early warning unit, wherein the detection unit is configured to respond to an electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seat belt; wherein the copper wires are integrated into the webbing of the seat belt and are connected to the electronic control unit; and the generation unit is configured to identify that the output signal indicates the presence of an interaction of magnetic fields, generate early warning information, and output it.

[0014] Thirdly, embodiments of the present invention provide a vehicle including a processor, a memory, and a display, wherein the processor is configured to acquire and execute code in the memory to perform the method provided in the first aspect embodiments described above.

[0015] Fourthly, embodiments of the present invention provide an in-vehicle electronic device for detecting seatbelt torsion, comprising: One or more processors; Storage device for storing one or more programs. When the one or more programs are executed by the one or more processors, the one or more processors implement a seatbelt twist detection method as described in the above embodiments of the present invention.

[0016] In a seventh aspect, embodiments of the present invention provide a computer-readable storage medium for seat belt torsion detection, wherein a computer program for implementing seat belt torsion detection is stored thereon, and the computer program, when executed by an on-board processor, implements a method for seat belt torsion detection according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0017] The technical solution of the above invention has the following advantages or beneficial effects: The present invention can solve the technical problem that there is a great safety risk due to the seat belt not being fastened properly, thereby realizing the detection and early warning of seat belt use and avoiding the technical effect of seat belt twisting causing bodily injury. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of the first seat belt torsion detection method provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the first type of integrated copper wire for seat belts provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a second type of integrated copper wire for seat belts provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of the second seat belt torsion detection method provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of the third seat belt torsion detection method provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of the fourth seat belt torsion detection method provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of the fifth seat belt torsion detection method provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of the sixth seat belt torsion detection method provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of the seventh seat belt torsion detection method provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of the eighth seat belt torsion detection method provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the main unit of a seat belt torsion detection device according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 13 This is an exemplary vehicle system architecture diagram to which embodiments of the present invention can be applied; Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a computer system suitable for implementing embodiments of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, illustrates exemplary embodiments of the present invention, including various details to aid understanding. These details should be considered merely exemplary. Therefore, those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes and modifications can be made to the embodiments described herein without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. Similarly, for clarity and brevity, descriptions of well-known functions and structures are omitted in the following description.

[0020] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments of the present invention and the technical features thereof can be combined with each other.

[0021] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., included in the terminology of this invention are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific number or order. It should be understood that such terms can be used interchangeably where appropriate; this is merely a distinguishing method used in the embodiments of this invention when describing objects with the same attributes.

[0022] Furthermore, the vehicles involved in the embodiments of the present invention may be internal combustion engine vehicles that use an engine as a power source, hybrid vehicles that use an engine and an electric motor as power sources, electric vehicles that use an electric motor as a power source, etc.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of the first seatbelt torsion detection method according to an embodiment of the present invention from the vehicle end. Figure 1 As shown, the method for detecting seatbelt torsion mainly includes the following steps: Step S101: In response to the electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seat belt; wherein the copper wires are integrated into the webbing of the seat belt and are connected to the electronic control unit.

[0024] In one embodiment, two or more copper wires can be integrated parallel to each other in the webbing of the seat belt, and each copper wire is connected to the electronic control unit (ECU). This allows the interaction between the magnetic fields of the copper wires to determine whether the seat belt is twisted. In a preferred embodiment, one copper wire is integrated on each side edge of the seat belt webbing; that is, the seat belt can integrate two copper wires, with each wire integrated on one side edge of the seat belt webbing. Figure 2 The copper wires are indicated by the thick lines on both sides of the webbing of the seat belt.

[0025] In another preferred embodiment, the webbing of the seat belt can be integrated with multiple copper wires in parallel, and the distance between each copper wire is the same, such as... Figure 3 The four copper wires shown in the thicker line of the seatbelt webbing.

[0026] Step S102: Identify that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields, generate warning information and output it.

[0027] In one embodiment, the present invention determines seatbelt twisting by the magnetic field interaction between copper wires, generates warning information, and outputs a reminder to the user to correct the seatbelt. In a further embodiment, step S102 can determine different warning levels for different twisting conditions, thereby generating corresponding warning information and warning measures. The specific implementation process includes: obtaining the number of nodes in the seatbelt with interacting magnetic fields, determining the corresponding warning level, and generating corresponding warning information and warning measures.

[0028] In a further embodiment of the present invention, step S102 can determine the warning level based on the number of nodes indicating seatbelt twisting, thereby generating corresponding warning information and warning measures. The specific implementation process includes: in response to the number of nodes being less than or equal to a preset first quantity threshold, determining the warning level as Level 1, generating warning information, and broadcasting it via voice. For example: the first quantity threshold is 1, the number of nodes is 1, the warning level is determined to be Level 1, a "seatbelt twisting" warning message is generated, displayed, and accompanied by a voice broadcast of the warning information.

[0029] In a further embodiment of the present invention, step S102 can configure a preset first quantity threshold and a second quantity threshold, wherein the first quantity threshold is less than the second quantity threshold; in response to the number of nodes being greater than the preset first quantity threshold and less than the preset second quantity threshold, the warning level is determined to be level two, a warning message is generated and output, and a first frequency of tightening / loosening operation is performed on the seat belt. Preferably, the frequency configuration of the first frequency of tightening / loosening operation can be within a preset first range (for example, the preset first range can be configured to be 1 time / 3 seconds to 1 time / 6 seconds), that is, the present invention can locate the first frequency of the current tightening / loosening operation within the preset first range according to needs. For example: the first quantity threshold is 1, the second quantity threshold is 3, the number of nodes is 2, the warning level is determined to be level two, a warning message of "severely twisted seat belt" is generated and output for display, and a first frequency of tightening / loosening operation is performed on the seat belt, for example, the current first frequency of tightening / loosening operation is 1 time / 4 seconds, to realize the warning prompt to the personnel. It is worth noting that after the seat belt is tightened or loosened at the first frequency during the preset time period, in response to the detection that the seat belt warning level remains unchanged, the seat belt is tightened or loosened at the second frequency, thereby providing enhanced warning to the personnel.

[0030] In a further embodiment of the present invention, step S102, in response to the number of nodes being greater than or equal to a preset second quantity threshold, determines the warning level as level three, generates and outputs a warning message, and performs a second frequency of tightening / loosening operation on the seat belt. Preferably, the frequency of the second frequency of tightening / loosening operation is configured within a preset second interval, the frequency corresponding to the second interval being greater than the frequency corresponding to the first interval (for example, the preset second interval can be configured from 1 time / 0.5 seconds to 1 time / 1 second), that is, the present invention can locate the second frequency of the current tightening / loosening operation within the preset second interval as needed. For example: the second quantity threshold is 3, the number of nodes is 3, the warning level is determined to be level three, a warning message "The seat belt is severely twisted, please correct it immediately" is generated and output with a flashing display, and a second frequency of tightening / loosening operation is performed on the seat belt, the current second frequency of tightening / loosening operation being 1 time / 0.5 seconds. It is worth noting that after performing the second frequency of tightening / loosening operation on the seat belt within a preset time period, in response to detecting that the seat belt warning level remains unchanged, an operation to continuously tighten the seat belt is performed.

[0031] As an example requiring explanation, step S102 can also execute a warning for seat belt twisting based on different vehicle driving scenarios. The specific implementation process includes: detecting that the vehicle driving scenario meets preset scenario conditions, generating and outputting warning information. Examples of scenario conditions include, but are not limited to: severe inclement weather conditions, bumpy road environments, accident-prone road environments, etc. It can be seen that when the present invention detects a seat belt twisting problem, it can determine whether to generate warning information based on the current vehicle driving scenario. That is, when the vehicle driving scenario meets preset scenario conditions such as severe inclement weather conditions, bumpy road environments, accident-prone road environments, etc., a warning message is generated and output; when the vehicle driving scenario does not meet the preset scenario conditions such as severe inclement weather conditions, bumpy road environments, accident-prone road environments, etc., no warning message is generated.

[0032] In some other embodiments, step S102 can flexibly determine whether to issue a warning based on the location of the seatbelt twist. The specific implementation process includes: locating the position information of the interacting magnetic field on the seatbelt, determining that the position information belongs to a preset seatbelt warning area, generating and outputting warning information. For example, the two ends of the preset seatbelt warning area are each 5cm away from the two endpoints of the seatbelt. It can be seen that this invention can determine whether seatbelt twisting can affect user comfort and safety by configuring the seatbelt warning area. For seatbelt twisting that affects user comfort and safety, warning information is generated and output; for seatbelt twisting that does not affect user comfort and safety, no warning information is generated.

[0033] like Figure 4A schematic diagram illustrating the main steps of the second seatbelt torsion detection method is shown. In this embodiment of the invention, the steps include the following: Step S401: A copper wire is integrated into each side edge of the seat belt webbing, and each copper wire is connected to the electronic control unit.

[0034] Step S402: In response to the electronic control unit receiving the output signal from the two copper wires of the seat belt.

[0035] Step S403: Identify that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields, generate warning information and output it.

[0036] like Figure 5 A schematic diagram illustrating the main steps of the third seatbelt torsion detection method is shown. In this embodiment of the invention, the steps include the following: Step S501: Multiple copper wires are integrated in parallel within the webbing of the seatbelt, and the copper wires are connected to the electronic control unit.

[0037] Step S502: In response to the electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seat belt.

[0038] Step S503: Identify that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields.

[0039] Step S504: Obtain the number of nodes in the seat belt that have interacting magnetic fields, determine the corresponding warning level, and generate corresponding warning information and warning measures.

[0040] like Figure 6 A schematic diagram illustrating the main steps of the fourth seatbelt torsion detection method is shown. In this embodiment of the invention, the steps include the following: Step S601: Multiple copper wires are integrated in parallel within the webbing of the seat belt, and the copper wires are connected to the electronic control unit.

[0041] Step S602: In response to the electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seat belt.

[0042] Step S603: Identify that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields.

[0043] Step S604: Obtain the number of nodes in the seat belt that have interacting magnetic fields.

[0044] Step S605: In response to the number of nodes being less than or equal to a preset first quantity threshold, determine the warning level as Level 1, generate warning information and broadcast it via voice.

[0045] like Figure 7 A schematic diagram illustrating the main steps of the fifth seatbelt torsion detection method is shown. In this embodiment of the invention, the steps include the following: Step S701: Multiple copper wires are integrated in parallel within the webbing of the seat belt, and the copper wires are connected to the electronic control unit.

[0046] Step S702: In response to the electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seat belt.

[0047] Step S703: Identify that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields.

[0048] Step S704: Obtain the number of nodes in the seat belt that have interacting magnetic fields.

[0049] Step S705: In response to the number of nodes being greater than a preset first quantity threshold and less than a preset second quantity threshold, the warning level is determined to be Level II.

[0050] Step S706: Generate and output warning information, and perform a first frequency of tightening and loosening operation on the seat belt.

[0051] like Figure 8 A schematic diagram illustrating the main steps of the sixth seatbelt torsion detection method is shown. In this embodiment of the invention, the steps include the following: Step S801: Multiple copper wires are integrated in parallel within the webbing of the seatbelt, and the copper wires are connected to the electronic control unit.

[0052] Step S802: In response to the electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seat belt.

[0053] Step S803: Identify that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields.

[0054] Step S804: Obtain the number of nodes in the seat belt that have interacting magnetic fields.

[0055] Step S805: In response to the number of nodes being greater than or equal to a preset second quantity threshold, the warning level is determined to be Level 3.

[0056] Step S806: Generate and output warning information, and perform a second frequency of tightening / loosening operation on the seat belt.

[0057] like Figure 9 A schematic diagram illustrating the main steps of the seventh seatbelt torsion detection method is shown. In this embodiment of the invention, the steps include the following: Step S901: Multiple copper wires are integrated in parallel within the webbing of the seatbelt, and the copper wires are connected to the electronic control unit.

[0058] Step S902: In response to the electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seat belt.

[0059] Step S903: Identify that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields.

[0060] Step S904: If the vehicle driving scenario meets the preset scenario conditions, generate and output early warning information.

[0061] like Figure 10 A schematic diagram illustrating the main steps of the eighth seatbelt torsion detection method is shown. In this embodiment of the invention, the steps include the following: Step S1001: Multiple copper wires are integrated in parallel within the webbing of the seat belt, and the copper wires are connected to the electronic control unit.

[0062] Step S1002: In response to the electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seat belt.

[0063] Step S1003: Identify that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields.

[0064] Step S1004: Locate the position information of the interaction magnetic field of the seat belt.

[0065] Step S1005: Determine that the location information belongs to the preset seat belt warning area, generate warning information and output it.

[0066] The above steps are provided only to help understand the method, structure, and core ideas of this invention. Those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this invention without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the scope of protection of the claims.

[0067] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the main unit of a seatbelt torsion detection device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 11 As shown, a seatbelt torsion detection device 1100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a detection unit 1101 and an early warning unit 1102, wherein the detection unit 1101 is used to respond to an electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seatbelt; wherein the copper wires are integrated in the webbing of the seatbelt and are connected to the electronic control unit; the generation unit 1102 is used to identify that the output signal is an interaction of magnetic fields, generate early warning information and output it.

[0068] In this embodiment of the invention, a copper wire is integrated into each of the two edges of the webbing of the seat belt.

[0069] In this embodiment of the invention, multiple copper wires are integrated in parallel within the webbing of the seat belt, with each copper wire being spaced at the same distance from the others.

[0070] In this embodiment of the invention, after the generation unit 1102 identifies that the output signal is an interaction of magnetic fields, it includes: obtaining the number of nodes of the seat belt with interacting magnetic fields, determining the corresponding warning level, and generating corresponding warning information and warning measures.

[0071] In this embodiment of the invention, the generation unit 1102 is further configured to, in response to the number of nodes being less than or equal to a preset first quantity threshold, determine the warning level as Level 1, generate warning information and broadcast it via voice.

[0072] In this embodiment of the invention, the generation unit 1102 is further configured to, in response to the number of nodes being greater than a preset first quantity threshold and less than a preset second quantity threshold, determine the warning level as level two, generate and output warning information, and perform a first frequency of tightening and loosening operation on the seat belt.

[0073] In this embodiment of the invention, the generation unit 1102 is further configured to, in response to the number of nodes being greater than or equal to a preset second quantity threshold, determine the warning level as level three, generate and output warning information, and perform a second frequency of tightening / loosening operation on the seat belt.

[0074] In this embodiment of the invention, after the generation unit 1102 identifies that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields, it further includes: monitoring that the vehicle driving scene meets preset scene conditions, generating warning information and outputting it.

[0075] In this embodiment of the invention, after the generation unit 1102 identifies that the output signal is an interaction of magnetic fields, it includes: locating the position information of the interaction magnetic field of the seat belt; determining that the position information belongs to a preset seat belt warning area; generating warning information and outputting it.

[0076] like Figure 12 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides a vehicle 1200, which may include the seat belt twist detection device 1100 provided in the above embodiments.

[0077] Figure 13 An exemplary vehicle system architecture 1300 is shown, to which the seatbelt torsion detection method or apparatus of embodiments of the present invention can be applied.

[0078] like Figure 13As shown, the vehicle system architecture 1300 may include various systems, such as an intelligent driving system 1301, a powertrain system 1302, a sensor system 1303, a control system 1304, one or more peripheral devices 1305, a power supply 1306, a computer system 1307, and a user interface 1308. Optionally, the vehicle system architecture 1300 may include more or fewer systems, and each system may include multiple components. Furthermore, each system and component of the vehicle system architecture 1300 may be interconnected via wired or wireless means.

[0079] The vehicle system architecture 1300 includes an intelligent driving system 1301, which can be in a fully or partially automated driving mode. For example, the intelligent driving system 1301 can automatically control the vehicle's movement without human interaction; the intelligent driving system 1301 can also control the vehicle's automated driving while in automated driving mode, and can also adjust its automated driving behavior through human interaction. Specifically, the intelligent driving system 1301 can also respond to the electronic control unit receiving output signals from at least two copper wires in the seat belt; wherein the copper wires are integrated in the seat belt webbing and are connected to the electronic control unit; the system can identify that the output signal indicates the presence of magnetic field interaction, generate warning information, and output it.

[0080] The powertrain 1302 may include components that provide power to the vehicle. For example, the powertrain 1302 may include an engine, an energy source, a transmission, wheels, tires, etc. The engine may be an internal combustion engine, an electric motor, an air-compressed engine, or other combinations of engines, such as a hybrid engine consisting of a gasoline engine and an electric motor, or a hybrid engine consisting of an internal combustion engine and an air-compressed engine. The engine converts the energy source into mechanical energy to supply the transmission. Examples of energy sources may include gasoline, diesel, other petroleum-based fuels, propane, other compressed gas-based fuels, ethanol, solar panels, batteries, and other electrical sources. The energy source may also provide energy to other systems of the vehicle. Furthermore, the transmission may include a gearbox, a differential, a drive shaft, and a clutch, etc.

[0081] Sensor system 1303 may include sensors for sensing the vehicle's surrounding environment. Examples include a positioning system (which may be a Global Positioning System (GPS), BeiDou Navigation Satellite System, or other positioning systems), radar, a laser rangefinder, an inertial measurement unit (IMU), and a camera. The positioning system can be used to determine the vehicle's geographical location. The IMU is used to sense changes in the vehicle's position and orientation based on inertial acceleration. In one embodiment, the IMU may be a combination of an accelerometer and a gyroscope. Radar can use radio signals to sense objects in the vehicle's surrounding environment. In some embodiments, in addition to sensing objects, radar can also be used to sense the speed and / or direction of travel of objects.

[0082] To monitor environmental information and objects located in front of, behind, or to the sides of the vehicle, radar, cameras, and other devices can be configured at appropriate locations on the exterior of the vehicle. For example, to acquire an image of the front of the vehicle, a camera can be configured inside the vehicle and close to the windshield. Alternatively, the camera can be configured around the front bumper or radiator grille. Similarly, to acquire an image of the rear of the vehicle, a camera can be configured inside the vehicle and close to the rear window. Alternatively, the camera can be configured around the rear bumper, trunk, or tailgate. To acquire images of the sides of the vehicle, a camera can be configured inside the vehicle and close to at least one of the side windows. Alternatively, the camera can be configured around the side mirrors, fenders, or doors.

[0083] Laser rangefinders use lasers to sense objects in the environment in which a vehicle is located.

[0084] A camera can be used to capture multiple images of the vehicle's surroundings. The camera can be a still camera or a video camera.

[0085] The control system 1304 may include software systems for implementing autonomous driving, such as a route planning system, an obstacle avoidance system, and a vision system for image analysis. The control system 1104 may also include hardware systems such as an accelerator and steering wheel system. Furthermore, the control system 1104 may add or replace components other than those shown and described. Alternatively, some of the components shown above may be omitted.

[0086] The control system 1304 interacts with external sensors, other autonomous driving devices, other computer systems, or users via peripheral devices 1305. Peripheral devices 1305 may include wireless communication systems, on-board computers, microphones, and / or speakers.

[0087] In some embodiments, peripheral device 1305 provides a means for user interaction with the control system 1304 via a user interface. For example, an onboard computer may provide information to a user of the vehicle. The user interface may also operate the onboard computer to receive user input. The onboard computer may be operated via a touchscreen. In other cases, peripheral device may provide a means for communicating with other devices located within the vehicle. For example, a microphone may receive audio (e.g., voice commands or other audio input) from a user of the control system 1304. Similarly, a speaker may output audio to a user of the control system 1304.

[0088] Wireless communication systems can communicate wirelessly with one or more devices, either directly or via a communication network. For example, wireless communication systems can use networks such as cellular networks, WiFi, and wireless local area networks (WLANs), or they can use infrared links, Bluetooth, or ZigBee to communicate directly with devices. Other wireless protocols include those used in various autonomous driving communication systems.

[0089] The power source 1306 can provide power to various components of the vehicle. The power source 1306 can be a rechargeable lithium-ion or lead-acid battery.

[0090] The computer system 1307 controls some or all of the functions enabling autonomous driving. The computer system 1307 may include at least one processor that executes instructions stored in a non-transitory computer-readable medium such as memory. The computer system 1307 provides the aforementioned intelligent driving system with execution code to enable autonomous driving.

[0091] The processor can be any conventional processor, such as a commercially available central processing unit (CPU). Alternatively, the processor can be a special-purpose device such as an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) or other hardware-based processor. Those skilled in the art will understand that the processor, computer, or memory can actually include multiple processors, computers, or memories that may or may not be stored in the same physical housing. For example, memory can be a hard disk drive or other storage media located in a housing different from that of a computer. Therefore, references to processors or computers will be understood to include references to a collection of processors or computers or memories that may or may not operate in parallel. Unlike using a single processor to perform the steps described herein, some components, such as steering and deceleration components, may each have their own processor that performs calculations only related to the component's specific function.

[0092] User interface 1308 is used to provide information to or receive information from a user of the vehicle. Optionally, user interface 1308 may include one or more input / output devices within a set of peripheral devices 1305, such as wireless communication systems, on-board computers, microphones, and speakers.

[0093] It should be understood that the components described above are merely an example. In actual applications, components in the various modules or systems mentioned above may be added or removed as needed. Figure 13 This should not be construed as a limitation on the embodiments of this application.

[0094] The following is for reference. Figure 14 It shows a schematic diagram of the structure of a computer system 1400 suitable for implementing embodiments of the present invention. Figure 14 The computer system shown is merely an example and should not be construed as limiting the functionality and scope of use of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0095] like Figure 14 As shown, the computer system 1400 includes a central processing unit (CPU) 1401, which can perform various appropriate actions and processes based on programs stored in read-only memory (ROM) 1402 or programs loaded from storage section 1408 into random access memory (RAM) 1403. The RAM 1403 also stores various programs and data required for the operation of the system 1400. The CPU 1401, ROM 1402, and RAM 1403 are interconnected via a bus 1404. An input / output (I / O) interface 1405 is also connected to the bus 1404.

[0096] The following components are connected to I / O interface 1405: an input section 1406; an output section 1407 including devices such as cathode ray tubes (CRTs), liquid crystal displays (LCDs), and speakers; a storage section 1408 including devices such as hard disks; and a communication section 1409 including network interface cards such as LAN cards and modems. The communication section 1409 performs communication processing via a network such as the Internet. A drive 1410 is also connected to I / O interface 1405 as needed. Removable media 1411, such as disks, optical disks, magneto-optical disks, semiconductor memories, etc., are installed on drive 1410 as needed so that computer programs read from them can be installed into storage section 1408 as needed.

[0097] In particular, according to the embodiments disclosed in this invention, the processes described above with reference to the flowcharts can be implemented as computer software programs. For example, embodiments disclosed in this invention include a computer program product comprising a computer program carried on a computer-readable medium, the computer program containing program code for performing the methods shown in the flowcharts. In such embodiments, the computer program can be downloaded and installed from a network via communication section 1409, and / or installed from removable medium 1411. When the computer program is executed by central processing unit (CPU) 1401, it performs the functions defined above in the system of this invention.

[0098] It should be noted that the computer-readable medium shown in this invention can be a computer-readable signal medium or a computer-readable storage medium, or any combination thereof. A computer-readable storage medium can be, for example,—but not limited to—an electrical, magnetic, optical, electromagnetic, infrared, or semiconductor system, apparatus, or device, or any combination thereof. More specific examples of a computer-readable storage medium may include, but are not limited to: an electrical connection having one or more wires, a portable computer disk, a hard disk, random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM or flash memory), optical fiber, portable compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM), optical storage device, magnetic storage device, or any suitable combination thereof. In this invention, a computer-readable storage medium can be any tangible medium containing or storing a program that can be used by or in conjunction with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device. In this invention, a readable signal medium can include a data signal propagated in baseband or as part of a carrier wave, carrying computer-readable program code. Such propagated data signals can take various forms, including but not limited to electromagnetic signals, optical signals, or any suitable combination thereof. Computer-readable signal media can also be any computer-readable medium other than computer-readable storage media, which can send, propagate, or transmit a program for use by or in connection with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device. The program code contained on the computer-readable medium can be transmitted using any suitable medium, including but not limited to: wireless, wire, optical fiber, RF, etc., or any suitable combination thereof.

[0099] The flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings illustrate the architecture, functionality, and operation of possible implementations of systems, methods, and computer program products according to various embodiments of the present invention. In this regard, each block in a flowchart or block diagram may represent a module, segment, or portion of code containing one or more executable instructions for implementing a specified logical function. It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions indicated in the blocks may occur in a different order than those indicated in the drawings. For example, two consecutively indicated blocks may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. It should also be noted that each block in a block diagram or flowchart, and combinations of blocks in a block diagram or flowchart, may be implemented using a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified function or operation, or using a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.

[0100] The modules described in the embodiments of the present invention can be implemented in software or hardware. The described modules can also be housed in a processor; for example, a processor may be described as including a detection unit and a warning unit. The names of these units do not necessarily limit the module itself; for example, the detection unit may also be described as "a module that responds to the electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seatbelt."

[0101] In another aspect, the present invention also provides a computer-readable medium, which may be included in the device described in the above embodiments; or it may exist independently and not assembled into the device. The computer-readable medium carries one or more programs that, when executed by the device, cause the device to: respond to an electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of a seatbelt; wherein the copper wires are integrated in the webbing of the seatbelt and are connected to the electronic control unit; identify that the output signal indicates the presence of magnetic field interaction, generate a warning message, and output it.

[0102] According to the technical solution of the present invention, it is possible to detect the twisting of the seat belt and avoid causing injury.

[0103] The specific embodiments described above do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that various modifications, combinations, sub-combinations, and substitutions can occur depending on design requirements and other factors. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this invention should be included within the scope of protection of this invention.

Claims

1. A method for detecting seatbelt torsion, characterized in that, include: In response to the electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires of the seat belt; wherein the copper wires are integrated into the webbing of the seat belt and are connected to the electronic control unit; The system identifies the output signal as an interaction between magnetic fields, generates a warning message, and outputs it.

2. The method for detecting seat belt torsion according to claim 1, characterized in that, include: The safety belt has a copper wire integrated on each of the two edges of the webbing.

3. The method for detecting seat belt torsion according to claim 1, characterized in that, include: Multiple copper wires are integrated in parallel within the webbing of the seat belt, with each copper wire spaced at the same distance from the others.

4. The method for detecting seat belt torsion according to claim 1, characterized in that, After identifying the output signal as indicating an interaction between magnetic fields, the process includes: The number of nodes in the seatbelt that have interacting magnetic fields is obtained, the corresponding warning level is determined, and corresponding warning information and warning measures are generated.

5. The method for detecting seat belt torsion according to claim 4, characterized in that, include: In response to the number of nodes being less than or equal to a preset first quantity threshold, the warning level is determined to be Level 1, and a warning message is generated and broadcast via voice.

6. The method for detecting seat belt torsion according to claim 4, characterized in that, include: In response to the number of nodes being greater than a preset first threshold and less than a preset second threshold, the warning level is determined to be level two, a warning message is generated and output, and the seat belt is tightened or loosened at a first frequency.

7. The method for detecting seat belt torsion according to claim 4, characterized in that, include: In response to the number of nodes being greater than or equal to a preset second quantity threshold, the warning level is determined to be level three, warning information is generated and output, and the seat belt is tightened or loosened at a second frequency.

8. The method for detecting seat belt torsion according to claim 1, characterized in that, After identifying the output signal as indicating an interaction between magnetic fields, the method further includes: If the vehicle's driving scenario meets the preset scenario conditions, a warning message is generated and output.

9. The method for detecting seat belt torsion according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, After identifying the output signal as indicating an interaction between magnetic fields, the process includes: Location information indicating the location of the interacting magnetic field of the seat belt; Once the location information is determined to fall within a preset seatbelt warning area, a warning message is generated and output.

10. A device for detecting seatbelt torsion, characterized in that, include: Detection unit and early warning unit, among which, The detection unit is configured to respond to the electronic control unit receiving an output signal from at least two copper wires in the seat belt; wherein the copper wires are integrated into the webbing of the seat belt and are connected to the electronic control unit; The generation unit is used to identify that the output signal is an interaction between magnetic fields, generate early warning information, and output it.

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