Intelligent helmet and vehicle linkage control system

Abstract

The application discloses an intelligent helmet and a vehicle linkage control system, which comprises a helmet body, a battery accommodating opening and a circuit board accommodating opening are formed in the helmet body, a battery and a circuit board are respectively arranged in the battery accommodating opening and the circuit board accommodating opening, a wire slot for accommodating a wire is formed in the helmet body and close to a lower end edge, an infrared accommodating opening in communication with the wire slot is arranged on the inner side of the helmet body, an infrared sensor connected with the wire is arranged in the infrared accommodating opening, Bluetooth accommodating openings in communication with the wire slot are respectively formed on the two sides of the front end of the helmet body, and Bluetooth transmitters connected with the wire are arranged in the Bluetooth accommodating openings. The vehicle linkage control system comprises the intelligent helmet and a vehicle terminal, two Bluetooth receivers are arranged on the vehicle terminal, and the two Bluetooth receivers are connected with the two Bluetooth transmitters through Bluetooth connection. The vehicle power supply can be started by wearing the helmet, the safety and the convenience can be improved, and the structure is compact and the layout is reasonable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to electric-assisted bicycles, and more particularly to a smart helmet and vehicle linkage control system. Background Technology

[0002] With the popularization and intelligent development of electric-assisted bicycles, the methods of starting and controlling these vehicles are gradually shifting from mechanical keys to electronic and wireless technologies. Currently, solutions using Bluetooth, NFC, or mobile apps to control vehicle start-up are available on the market. Simultaneously, smart helmets are also emerging, offering functions such as communication, navigation, and music playback. However, in existing technologies, the vehicle and helmet remain independent systems, failing to achieve deep integration and collaborative control, particularly lacking integrated solutions for power start-up and safety verification. Currently, the closest solutions include: connecting the electric-assisted bicycle to a mobile app via Bluetooth to achieve remote start-up, locking, and status checks; some high-end models support fingerprint or facial recognition start-up. However, there is no direct start-up linkage mechanism between the vehicle and helmet, requiring the user to manually operate the vehicle or phone to turn on the power. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a smart helmet and vehicle linkage control system that enables vehicle power start-up by wearing a helmet, thereby improving safety and convenience, while also being compact and rationally laid out.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution.

[0005] A smart helmet includes a helmet body with a battery compartment and a circuit board compartment. A battery and a circuit board are respectively housed in the battery compartment and the circuit board compartment. The battery powers the circuit board. A cable groove is formed on the inner side of the helmet body near the lower edge to accommodate a wire connected to the circuit board. An infrared port communicating with the cable groove is provided on the inner side of the helmet body, housing an infrared sensor connected to the wire. Bluetooth ports communicating with the cable groove are formed on both sides of the front end of the helmet body, housing Bluetooth transmitters connected to the wire.

[0006] Preferably, the circuit board receiving opening is located near the lower end of the helmet body, and the circuit board receiving opening is connected to the wire groove.

[0007] Preferably, the battery receiving port is located on the top wall of the helmet body.

[0008] Preferably, an inner liner is fixed to the inside of the helmet body, and the inner liner covers the battery receiving port and the circuit board receiving port.

[0009] A vehicle linkage control system includes a smart helmet and a vehicle terminal, wherein the vehicle terminal is equipped with two Bluetooth receivers, and the two Bluetooth receivers establish Bluetooth connections with two Bluetooth transmitters respectively.

[0010] Preferably, the infrared sensor is used to sense the wearing status signal and transmit it to the circuit board; the circuit board is used to control the battery to supply power to the Bluetooth transmitter according to the wearing status signal.

[0011] Preferably, the vehicle terminal includes an instrument display screen for displaying information.

[0012] Preferably, the vehicle terminal includes a retaining ring that can be fixed to the handlebars.

[0013] Preferably, the system includes a smart terminal with a control app installed. The control app establishes a Bluetooth connection with the vehicle terminal through the smart terminal. The control app is used to transmit user-inputted switch commands to the vehicle terminal, thereby controlling the vehicle's opening and closing.

[0014] Preferably, it includes a cloud management platform, which establishes a network connection with the control APP, and the cloud management platform is used to receive and manage vehicle status data uploaded by the control APP.

[0015] In the intelligent helmet and vehicle linkage control system disclosed in this invention, the helmet body integrates a power supply module, an infrared sensor, dual Bluetooth transmitters, a control unit, and a wiring channel. By placing the wiring channel near the lower edge of the helmet body, the infrared sensor and the Bluetooth transmitter can be easily connected to the circuit board via cables. When a user wears the helmet, the infrared sensor can promptly collect the user's wearing status signal, and the circuit board can control the dual Bluetooth transmitters to start and establish Bluetooth communication with a preset vehicle terminal, thereby realizing power-on and status acquisition. Compared with the prior art, this invention can realize vehicle power-on control by wearing a helmet, while improving safety and convenience. In addition, the intelligent helmet of this invention has a compact structure and reasonable layout, which better meets the application requirements. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 A 3D view of a smart helmet;

[0017] Figure 2 A 3D view of the vehicle terminal;

[0018] Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of a smart helmet;

[0019] Figure 4A structural diagram of a vehicle terminal installed on a bicycle;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a diagram showing the architecture of a vehicle linkage control system. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The present invention will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0022] This invention discloses a smart helmet; please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 1 to 3 The helmet body includes a helmet body 1, which has a battery housing 2 and a circuit board housing 3. The battery housing 2 and the circuit board housing 3 respectively house a battery 4 and a circuit board 5 with a control unit. The battery 4 is used to power the circuit board 5. The inner side of the helmet body 1 near the lower edge has a cable groove 6 for accommodating cables. The cables are connected to the circuit board 5. The inner side of the helmet body 1 has an infrared housing 7 that communicates with the cable groove 6. The infrared housing 7 houses an infrared sensor 8 that is connected to the cables. The front sides of the helmet body 1 have Bluetooth housings 9 that communicate with the cable groove 6. The Bluetooth housings 9 house Bluetooth transmitters 10 that are connected to the cables.

[0023] In the above structure, the helmet body 1 integrates a power supply module, an infrared sensor, dual Bluetooth transmitters, a control unit, and a wiring channel. By placing the wiring channel 6 near the lower edge of the inner side of the helmet body 1, the infrared sensor 8 and the Bluetooth transmitter 10 can be easily connected to the circuit board 5 via wires. When the user wears the helmet, the infrared sensor 8 can promptly collect the user's wearing status signal, and the circuit board 5 can control the dual Bluetooth transmitters to start and establish Bluetooth communication with a preset vehicle terminal, thereby realizing power-on and status acquisition. Compared with the prior art, the present invention can realize vehicle power-on control by wearing a helmet, while improving safety and convenience. In addition, the smart helmet of the present invention has a compact structure and reasonable layout, which better meets the application requirements.

[0024] To make the wiring design more reasonable, in this embodiment, the circuit board receiving port 3 is close to the lower end of the helmet body 1, and the circuit board receiving port 3 is connected to the wire groove 6.

[0025] As a preferred embodiment, the battery housing 2 is located on the top wall of the helmet body 1. Since the battery 4 has a certain weight, the present invention preferably positions the helmet's built-in battery near the top, thereby improving the helmet's stability when worn.

[0026] In order to shield and protect the internal components of the helmet, in this embodiment, an inner liner is fixed to the inside of the helmet body 1, and the inner liner covers the battery receiving port 2 and the circuit board receiving port 3.

[0027] Based on this, the present invention proposes a vehicle linkage control system, combining Figures 1 to 4 As shown, it includes the aforementioned smart helmet and vehicle terminal 11. The vehicle terminal 11 is equipped with two Bluetooth receivers 12, which establish Bluetooth connections with two Bluetooth transmitters 10 respectively. Because the two Bluetooth transmitters 10 are located on the front of the helmet, they can establish connections with the two Bluetooth receivers 12 on the vehicle terminal 11 more quickly and accurately.

[0028] During the startup process, the user first puts on the helmet, and then the infrared sensor detects the wearing signal. The helmet's power supply module then activates, establishing a connection within 15 meters between the helmet's Bluetooth module and the vehicle's Bluetooth module. After successful connection, the helmet sends an authentication request to the vehicle's IoT unit. Upon successful authentication, the vehicle's ECU powers on the power system, and the vehicle enters a ready-to-ride state. Simultaneously, a self-checking module monitors the vehicle's battery, lights, brakes, and other systems, alerting the user via the helmet or instrument panel if any abnormalities are detected.

[0029] For information on the system architecture of this invention, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 5 The infrared sensor 8 is used to sense the wearing status signal and transmit it to the circuit board 5;

[0030] The circuit board 5 is used to control the battery 4 to supply power to the Bluetooth transmitter 10 according to the wearing status signal.

[0031] Furthermore, the vehicle terminal 11 includes an instrument display screen 13 for displaying information.

[0032] In practical applications, this invention relates to the control and communication process: users can start / stop the helmet via a button on the helmet, a spare button on the vehicle, or a WeChat mini-program; during riding, the helmet and vehicle continuously communicate to provide functions such as speed reminders, steering prompts, and safety warnings; riding data can be uploaded to a cloud platform in real time, and users can view the track, status, and maintenance suggestions through the mini-program. Furthermore, this invention provides a security mechanism: infrared sensing + Bluetooth two-way authentication to ensure legitimate user operation, and fingerprint recognition as a backup or enhanced authentication method. In addition, communication encryption and real-time monitoring are employed to prevent unauthorized intrusion.

[0033] For specific installation instructions, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4 The vehicle terminal 11 includes a fixing ring 14 that can be fixed to the handlebars.

[0034] In practical applications, this embodiment includes a smart terminal, such as a mobile phone, with a control app installed. The control app establishes a Bluetooth connection with the vehicle terminal 11 through the smart terminal. The control app is used to transmit user-inputted switch commands to the vehicle terminal 11, thereby controlling the vehicle's locking and unlocking. Furthermore, a cloud management platform is included. The cloud management platform establishes a network connection with the control app and is used to receive and manage vehicle status data uploaded by the control app.

[0035] For the above system architecture, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 5 The cloud management platform supports background data collection, real-time monitoring of status management data, and the IoT control platform controls the current status and maintenance of the vehicle and helmet through software, receiving data. User terminals include a separate helmet start key and a spare start button for the vehicle model, which can be used directly on the helmet or installed on the helmet. Simultaneously, users can operate a WeChat APP mini-program to log in and check helmet usage records, riding trajectory, and current status recognition. The software controls the helmet's start and unlocking, and can perform bus detection, network system monitoring, and helmet and vehicle status checks. For the helmet power supply module, this embodiment uses a small battery to power the helmet and provide the necessary power-on function. It also uses an infrared sensor Bluetooth helmet, supporting near-range vehicle Bluetooth switch unlocking, infrared sensor module function, helmet & electric vehicle interconnection, device communication sensing prompts, and safety and status alerts. For the IoT control unit, an IoT controller is used to connect the vehicle, helmet, and ECU, supporting APP control, one-click helmet start and unlocking, signal control communication, real-time network monitoring, and vehicle status monitoring. For the ECU control unit, this embodiment preferably uses a vehicle function controller to realize motor control and power output, front / rear lights, electronic locks, Hall effect brakes, throttle lever, instruments, alarms, charger communication and input / output, battery system communication and input / output, footrest sensors, etc. For the vehicle battery power supply module, a battery BMS system is used to output electrical energy to provide kinetic energy to the vehicle and power the helmet; this is the core module of the entire vehicle. Furthermore, this invention can be extended with a self-checking module: the helmet automatically checks the current vehicle status upon power-on and provides control prompts.

[0036] As a preferred approach, this embodiment utilizes a short-range Bluetooth interconnect module with a range of 15 meters, enabling short-range communication between devices for file transfer, lock / unlock control, one-step vehicle start, remote control, positioning, and alarm functions. A communication system control module is also included, facilitating interconnection between the helmet and vehicle, remote control, vehicle information recognition, infrared sensor detection, and real-time data transmission.

[0037] Compared to existing technologies, this invention offers superior ease of operation; simply wearing the helmet automatically starts the vehicle, requiring no additional intervention. Simultaneously, security is significantly enhanced, with multi-factor authentication mechanisms reducing the risk of theft and real-time status monitoring improving riding safety. Furthermore, this invention boasts high system integration, effectively achieving integrated intelligent management of the vehicle, helmet, cloud, and rider. Moreover, this invention optimizes the user experience, with features such as data visualization, riding trajectory recording, and intelligent reminders effectively enhancing the user experience. In addition, this invention demonstrates strong emergency response and compatibility, supporting multiple start-up methods including physical backup buttons and fingerprint recognition. The system is highly robust and scalable, supporting OTA upgrades and allowing for future expansion with value-added services such as navigation, social networking, and insurance, effectively meeting application needs.

[0038] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions or improvements made within the technical scope of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A smart helmet, characterized in that, The helmet body (1) includes a battery housing (2) and a circuit board housing (3) inside the helmet body (1). A battery (4) and a circuit board (5) are respectively provided in the battery housing (2) and the circuit board housing (3). The battery (4) is used to power the circuit board (5). A wire groove (6) for accommodating wires is provided on the inner side of the helmet body (1) near the lower edge. The wires are connected to the circuit board (5). An infrared housing (7) connected to the wire groove (6) is provided on the inner side of the helmet body (1). An infrared sensor (8) connected to the wires is provided in the infrared housing (7). Bluetooth housings (9) connected to the wire groove (6) are formed on both sides of the front end of the helmet body (1). A Bluetooth transmitter (10) connected to the wires is provided in the Bluetooth housing (9).

2. The smart helmet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The circuit board receiving port (3) is located near the lower end of the helmet body (1), and the circuit board receiving port (3) is connected to the wire groove (6).

3. The smart helmet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The battery receiving port (2) is located on the top wall of the helmet body (1).

4. The smart helmet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The inner side of the helmet body (1) is fixed with an inner liner, which covers the battery receiving port (2) and the circuit board receiving port (3).

5. A vehicle linkage control system, characterized in that, The device includes the smart helmet and vehicle terminal (11) as described in claim 1, wherein the vehicle terminal (11) is provided with two Bluetooth receivers (12), and the two Bluetooth receivers (12) establish Bluetooth connections with two Bluetooth transmitters (10) respectively.

6. The vehicle linkage control system as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The infrared sensor (8) is used to sense the wearing status signal and transmit it to the circuit board (5); The circuit board (5) is used to control the battery (4) to supply power to the Bluetooth transmitter (10) according to the wearing status signal.

7. The vehicle linkage control system as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The vehicle terminal (11) includes an instrument display screen (13) for displaying information.

8. The vehicle linkage control system as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The vehicle terminal (11) includes a retaining ring (14) that can be fixed to the handlebars.

9. The vehicle linkage control system as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The system includes a smart terminal with a control APP installed. The control APP establishes a Bluetooth connection with the vehicle terminal (11) through the smart terminal. The control APP is used to transmit the switch command entered by the user to the vehicle terminal (11) to control the vehicle's opening and closing.

10. The vehicle linkage control system as described in claim 6, characterized in that, It includes a cloud management platform, which establishes a network connection with the control APP. The cloud management platform is used to receive and manage vehicle status data uploaded by the control APP.

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