Vehicle display device and method of operation thereof

Abstract

A vehicle display device is disclosed. The vehicle display device according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a housing having a recessed inner space formed therein; a display disposed on one side of the inner space of the housing; a first reflective module configured to be combined with one side of the inner space and the display, refracting a pattern emitted from a first area of ​​the display to form a first screen area; a second reflective module configured to be combined with one side of the inner space and the first reflective module, reflecting a pattern emitted from a second area of ​​the display to form a second screen area; and a processor for controlling their operation. When the display is driven, the processor controls the operation of at least one of the first reflective module and the second reflective module according to set conditions, thereby adjusting the activation or deactivation of the first screen area and the second screen area, so that a plurality of different display driving modes can be achieved by a single display.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a vehicle display device, and more particularly, to a vehicle display device configured to drive a plurality of display modes using graphics emitted from a display module. Background Technology

[0002] A vehicle is a device that moves in the direction desired by the user. A typical example is a car.

[0003] On the other hand, there is a trend towards installing various sensors and electronic devices to enhance the convenience of vehicle users. In particular, research on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) is actively underway to improve driving convenience. Furthermore, the development of autonomous vehicles is also progressing rapidly.

[0004] Autonomous driving refers to a system in which a vehicle can make its own judgments and drive itself. This autonomous driving can be divided into progressive stages, from non-automatic to fully automated, based on the degree of system involvement and the degree of driver control.

[0005] Autonomous driving has transformed our perception of vehicles, moving them beyond simple mobile devices to become stations or spaces. Furthermore, installing large-screen displays in vehicles is becoming a trend, allowing users to freely enjoy various infotainment features as the vehicle moves autonomously. Moreover, research and development are underway to provide more diverse usage environments for these displays. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to solve the aforementioned problems and other issues.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, one object is to provide a vehicle display device and a method of operation thereof capable of providing a plurality of usage environments from a single display.

[0009] In addition, according to some embodiments of the present invention, one object is to provide a vehicle display device and a method thereof that can selectively or multiple times utilize different types of usage environments formed by a single display.

[0010] In addition, according to some embodiments of the present invention, one objective is to provide a vehicle display device and its operation method that can change the floating position of 3D graphics according to the user's viewing angle, content type, and movement.

[0011] Technical solutions to the problem

[0012] Therefore, in the vehicle display device of the present invention, the image emitted from a display is refracted or reflected by different reflective modules or formed such that the shape factor of a reflective module and a portion of the area is variable, thereby enabling various display modes to be implemented by a single display module.

[0013] Specifically, the vehicle display device of this invention includes: a housing having a recessed inner space formed therein; a display disposed on one side of the inner space of the housing; a first reflective module configured to be combined with the inner space on one side of the display, causing an image emitted from a first area of ​​the display to be refracted and form a first screen area; a second reflective module configured to be combined with the inner space on one side of the first reflective module, causing an image emitted from a second area of ​​the display to be reflected and form a second screen area; and a processor disposed on the other side of the inner space, electrically coupled to the display, the first reflective module, and the second reflective module, and controlling the operation of each of the display, the first reflective module, and the second reflective module. Here, when the display is driven, the processor controls the operation of at least one of the first reflective module and the second reflective module according to set conditions, thereby enabling the activation or deactivation of the first screen area and the second screen area.

[0014] In one embodiment, the first screen area may be a prism area; the second screen area may be an AR floating area connected to the first screen area and displaying virtual (AR) images in the inner space.

[0015] In this embodiment, the set conditions are associated with the vehicle's driving state; the processor receives information related to the vehicle's driving state from the vehicle, and according to the received information, when the vehicle is in a first driving state, the first reflection module is activated to display the driving status in the prism area; if the vehicle changes to a second driving state according to the received information, the processor can control the first reflection module and the second reflection module to activate both the first reflection module and the second reflection module, thereby displaying the driving status together in the prism area and the AR floating area.

[0016] In one embodiment, the processor can be controlled to activate the second reflection module to display a virtual image in the second screen area and display a graphic object related to the virtual image in the first screen area, based on the received information, while the vehicle is in a third driving state.

[0017] In one embodiment, the display may be disposed on the upper inner side of the inner space of the enclosure, with the front of the display facing the ground and having a slope that is not parallel to the ground.

[0018] In one embodiment, the first reflection module may include a prism disposed on the upper part of the first reflection module to extend to a first area of ​​the display; the second reflection module may include a 3D plate disposed to extend from one side of the prism and face a second area of ​​the display. Furthermore, the processor may control the prism to refract linearly polarized light corresponding to the pattern in the first area to form the first screen area when the first reflection module is active; and the 3D plate to reflect linearly polarized light corresponding to the pattern in the second area to form the second screen area displaying a 3D virtual reality (AR) image when the second reflection module is active.

[0019] In one embodiment, the first screen area may be formed to extend above the second screen area to the first area of ​​the display; the second screen area may be formed below the first screen area, and the AR content displayed in the second screen area may be formed within or off the inner space of the enclosure.

[0020] In an embodiment, the vehicle display device may further include: a UTG plate, attached to the back of the 3D plate; and a light-absorbing plate, adjacent to the 3D plate, for absorbing linearly polarized light that is not reflected by the 3D plate.

[0021] In one embodiment, the first reflective module is fixed adjacent to a first region of the display; the second reflective module is configured such that it is fixed adjacent to the first reflective module on one side, and the distance between the second reflective module and the display increases from one side to the other, and the angle between the second reflective module and the opposing display can be changed. Additionally, the processor is disposed on the back side of the inner space of the housing and can adjust the rotation of the second reflective module to change the angle between the second reflective module and the display.

[0022] In one embodiment, the processor can control the position of the second screen area displaying AR content to move back and forth relative to the inner space of the cover, based on the change in the included angle caused by adjusting the rotation of the second reflection module.

[0023] In one embodiment, the processor can adjust the rotation of the second reflective module based on the occupant's field of vision information sensed by the vehicle's IMS sensors, thereby changing the position of the second screen area.

[0024] In one embodiment, the processor can display a first graphic image in the first screen area via the first reflection module; and can adjust the rotation of the second reflection module according to the movement of the virtual second graphic image displayed in the first screen area via the second reflection module to adaptively change the position of the second screen area.

[0025] In one embodiment, the cover is formed as a recessed inner space that can rotate; the vehicle display device may also include a front cover that is driven depending on whether the display is driven or not, so that the recessed inner space is covered or exposed.

[0026] Furthermore, another embodiment of the vehicle display device of the present invention includes: a housing having a recessed inner space formed therein; a display disposed within the inner space of the housing; a reflective module adjacent to the display and configured to reflect a graphic emitted from the display to form a virtual screen area within the inner space; a driving module disposed on the back side of a region of the display, a portion of the display being bent outward to form a deformable display area; and a processor electrically coupled to the display, the reflective module, and the driving module, controlling the operation of each of the display, the reflective module, and the driving module. Here, when the display is driven, the processor controls the operation of at least one of the operations of the reflective module and the driving module according to set conditions, thereby enabling the activation or deactivation of the virtual screen area and the deformable display area.

[0027] Invention Effects

[0028] According to embodiments of the present invention, a vehicle display device can selectively or simultaneously execute a plurality of display modes that are different from each other by a single display module. For example, it can selectively or simultaneously display real images and virtual images by a single display.

[0029] Furthermore, according to the vehicle display device of the present invention, the position of the 3D virtual image that floats with the type of content or moves is changed according to the user's field of vision, thereby enabling the graphic image to be displayed in a way that matches the user's field of vision, maximizing the sense of immersion and the floating effect. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 and Figure 2 This is an example block diagram used to illustrate the configuration of a vehicle related to the present invention.

[0031] Figure 3 This is an example diagram showing the configuration of a vehicle display device according to the present invention installed in and driven in a vehicle.

[0032] Figure 4This is an example block diagram illustrating the detailed configuration of the vehicle display device of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 5 This is a side sectional view of the vehicle display device of the present invention.

[0034] Figure 6 This is a side view of the shape of the driving-formed prism display area and the floating display area of ​​the vehicle display device according to the present invention.

[0035] Figure 7 This is an example diagram illustrating a plurality of display areas for explaining the display modes of the vehicle display device according to the present invention.

[0036] Figure 8 This is a side view of a vehicle display device configured in the dashboard / CID area of ​​a vehicle according to the present invention.

[0037] Figure 9 This is an example flowchart illustrating the operation method of the vehicle display device according to the present invention.

[0038] Figure 10 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 These are various examples of vehicle display devices that implement a plurality of display modes using a single display according to the present invention.

[0039] Figure 13 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating a method for changing the position of an AR image in a floating display area in a vehicle display device according to the present invention.

[0040] Figure 14 This is a diagram illustrating an example of a vehicle display device according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] Figures 15 to 17 This is an example conceptual diagram illustrating the operation of a vehicle display device including a floating display area and a variable display area according to another embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0042] The embodiments disclosed in this specification will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Here, identical or similar constituent elements are given the same reference numerals regardless of the drawing numbers, and repeated descriptions of them will be omitted. The suffixes "module" and "part" used for constituent elements in the following description are assigned or used interchangeably only for ease of writing and do not inherently have a distinguishing meaning or function. Furthermore, in the process of describing the embodiments disclosed in this specification, if it is determined that a detailed description of related well-known technologies would obscure the essence of the embodiments disclosed in this specification, a detailed description of those technologies will be omitted. Moreover, the accompanying drawings are only for ease of understanding of the embodiments disclosed in this specification and should not be used to limit the technical ideas disclosed in this specification. Rather, they should be understood to cover all modifications, equivalents, and even substitutions included within the scope of the invention's ideas and techniques.

[0043] The terms "first," "second," etc., which contain ordinal numbers, can be used to describe various constituent elements, but the constituent elements are not limited by the terms. The terms are used only for the purpose of distinguishing one constituent element from other constituent elements.

[0044] When a component is mentioned as being "connected" or "coupled" to another component, it may mean that it is directly connected or coupled to the other component, but it can also be understood as meaning that there are other components between them. Conversely, when a component is mentioned as being "directly connected" or "directly coupled" to another component, it should be understood as meaning that there are no other components between them.

[0045] Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form should include the plural form.

[0046] In this application, terms such as “comprising” or “having” are used only to specify the presence of features, figures, steps, operations, constituent elements, components or combinations thereof described in the specification, and are not intended to preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features or figures, steps, operations, constituent elements, components or combinations thereof.

[0047] Figure 1 and Figure 2 This is an example block diagram used to illustrate the vehicle and its configuration in relation to the present invention.

[0048] Reference Figure 1 The vehicle 100 may include: wheels that are rotated by a power source; and a steering input device 510 for adjusting the direction of travel of the vehicle 100.

[0049] Vehicle 100 may be an autonomous vehicle. Vehicle 100 may switch to autonomous driving mode or manual mode based on user input. For example, vehicle 100 may switch from manual mode to autonomous driving mode or from autonomous driving mode to manual mode based on user input received through user interface device (hereinafter referred to as "user terminal") 200.

[0050] Vehicle 100 can switch between autonomous driving mode and manual mode based on driving condition information. The driving condition information can be generated based on object information provided by object detection device 300. For example, vehicle 100 can switch from manual mode to autonomous driving mode or vice versa based on driving condition information generated in object detection device 300. Alternatively, vehicle 100 can switch from manual mode to autonomous driving mode or vice versa based on driving condition information received via communication device 400.

[0051] Vehicle 100 can switch from manual mode to autonomous driving mode or vice versa based on information, data and signals provided by external devices.

[0052] When vehicle 100 is operating in autonomous mode, autonomous vehicle 100 can operate based on operating system 700. For example, autonomous vehicle 100 can operate based on information, data, or signals generated in driving system 710, vehicle dispatch system 740, and parking system 750.

[0053] When the vehicle 100 is operating in manual mode, the autonomous vehicle 100 can receive user input for driving via the driving control device 500. Based on the user input received via the driving control device 500, the vehicle 100 can operate.

[0054] The vehicle 100 may include a user interface device 200, an object detection device 300, a communication device 400, a driving operation device 500, a vehicle drive device 600, a running system 700, a navigation system 770, a sensing unit 120, a vehicle interface unit 130, a memory 140, a control unit 170, and a power supply unit 190.

[0055] According to the embodiments, the vehicle 100 may include other constituent elements in addition to those described in this specification, or may exclude some of the constituent elements described.

[0056] User interface device 200 is a device for communication between vehicle 100 and user. User interface device 200 receives user input and can provide information generated in vehicle 100 to user. Vehicle 100 can implement UI (User Interfaces) or UX (User Experience) through user interface device (hereinafter, may be referred to as "user terminal") 200.

[0057] User interface device 200 may include an input unit 210, an internal camera 220, a biometric sensor 230, an output unit 250, and a processor 270. According to an embodiment, user interface device 200 may include other components besides those described, or may exclude some of the described components.

[0058] The input unit 210 is used to receive information from the user. The data collected in the input unit 210 is analyzed by the processor 270 and can be processed into the user's control commands.

[0059] The input unit 210 can be configured inside the vehicle. For example, the input unit 210 can be configured in an area of ​​the steering wheel, an area of ​​the instrument panel, an area of ​​the seat, an area of ​​each pillar, an area of ​​the door, an area of ​​the center console, an area of ​​the headlining, an area of ​​the sun visor, an area of ​​the windshield, or an area of ​​the window, etc.

[0060] The input unit 210 may include a voice input unit 211, a gesture input unit 212, a touch input unit 213, and a mechanical input unit 214.

[0061] The voice input unit 211 can convert the user's voice input into an electrical signal. The converted electrical signal can be provided to the processor 270 or the control unit 170. The voice input unit 211 may include one or more microphones.

[0062] The gesture input unit 212 can convert the user's gesture input into an electrical signal. The converted electrical signal can be provided to the processor 270 or the control unit 170.

[0063] The gesture input unit 212 may include at least one of an infrared sensor and an image sensor for sensing user gesture input. According to an embodiment, the gesture input unit 212 can sense three-dimensional gesture input from the user. For this purpose, the gesture input unit 212 may include a light output unit that outputs a plurality of infrared lights or a plurality of image sensors.

[0064] The gesture input unit 212 can sense the user's three-dimensional gesture input through TOF (Time of Flight), structured light, or disparity methods.

[0065] The touch input unit 213 can convert the user's touch input into electrical signals. The converted electrical signals can be provided to the processor 270 or the control unit 170.

[0066] The touch input unit 213 may include a touch sensor for sensing user touch input. According to an embodiment, the touch input unit 213 is integrally formed with the display unit 251, thereby realizing a touchscreen. This touchscreen can together provide an input interface and an output interface between the vehicle 100 and the user.

[0067] The mechanical input unit 214 may include at least one of a button, a dome switch, a roller, and a roller switch. The electrical signal generated by the mechanical input unit 214 can be provided to the processor 270 or the control unit 170. The mechanical input unit 214 may be configured in the steering wheel, central instrument panel, center console, cockpit module, door, etc.

[0068] The interior camera 220 can acquire images of the vehicle's interior. The processor 270 can sense the user's state based on the images of the vehicle's interior. The processor 270 can acquire the user's gaze information from the images of the vehicle's interior. The processor 270 can sense the user's gestures from the images of the vehicle's interior.

[0069] The biometric sensing unit 230 can acquire a user's biometric information. The biometric sensing unit 230 includes a sensor capable of acquiring a user's biometric information, such as fingerprint information and heart rate information. This biometric information can be used for user authentication.

[0070] The output unit 250 is used to generate outputs related to vision, hearing, or touch. The output unit 250 may include at least one of a display unit, a sound output unit 252, and a tactile output unit 253.

[0071] The display unit can display graphic objects corresponding to various information. The display unit may include at least one of liquid crystal display (LCD), thin film transistor-liquid crystal display (TFTLCD), organic light-emitting diode (OLED), flexible display, 3D display, and e-ink display.

[0072] The display unit and the touch input unit 213 can be formed into a layer structure or integrally formed, thereby realizing a touch screen.

[0073] The display unit can be implemented using a HUD (Head-Up Display). When the display unit is implemented using a HUD, it has a transmission module that can output information through images transmitted to the windshield or window.

[0074] The display unit may include a transparent display. The transparent display may be attached to a windshield or window. The transparent display has a specified transparency level and can display a specified image. To achieve transparency, the transparent display may include at least one of the following: transparent TFEL (Thin Film Electroluminescent), transparent OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode), transparent LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), transmissive transparent display, and transparent LED (Light Emitting Diode) display. The transparency of the transparent display is adjustable.

[0075] On the other hand, the user interface device 200 may include a plurality of display units. In this case, the plurality of display units may be located in various areas within the vehicle.

[0076] The sound output unit 252 converts the electrical signals provided by the processor 270 or the control unit 170 into audio signals and outputs them. For this purpose, the sound output unit 252 may include more than one speaker.

[0077] The tactile output unit 253 generates tactile output. For example, the tactile output unit 253 can make the user recognize the output by causing the steering wheel, seat belt, or seat to vibrate.

[0078] The processor (hereinafter referred to as the "control unit") 270 can control the overall operation of each unit of the user interface device 200. That is, the user interface device 200 can operate according to the control of the control unit 170.

[0079] According to an embodiment, the user interface device 200 may include a plurality of processors 270, or may not include processors 270.

[0080] If the user interface device 200 does not include the processor 270, the user interface device 200 can operate according to the control of the processor or control unit 170 of other devices in the vehicle 100.

[0081] The object detection device 300 is a device for detecting objects located outside the vehicle 100. Objects can be various objects related to the operation of the vehicle 100. For example, objects may include lanes, other vehicles, pedestrians, two-wheeled vehicles, traffic signals, lights, roads, structures, speed bumps, terrain features, animals, etc.

[0082] On the other hand, objects can be classified into moving objects and stationary objects. For example, moving objects can include concepts such as other vehicles and pedestrians. Stationary objects can include concepts such as traffic signals, roads, and structures.

[0083] The object detection device 300 may include a camera 310, a radar 320, a lidar 330, an ultrasonic sensor 340, an infrared sensor 350, and a processor 370.

[0084] According to the embodiments, the object detection device 300 may include other components in addition to the components described, or may exclude some of the components described.

[0085] To acquire images of the vehicle's exterior, camera 310 can be positioned appropriately outside the vehicle. Camera 310 can be a single camera, a stereo camera 310a, an AVM (Around View Monitoring) camera 310b, or a 360-degree camera.

[0086] For example, to acquire an image of the area in front of the vehicle, camera 310 can be positioned inside the vehicle near the windshield. Alternatively, camera 310 can be positioned around the front bumper or radiator grille.

[0087] For example, to acquire an image of the area behind the vehicle, camera 310 can be positioned inside the vehicle near the rear window. Alternatively, camera 310 can be positioned around the rear bumper, trunk, or tailgate.

[0088] For example, to acquire images of the side of the vehicle, camera 310 can be positioned inside the vehicle near at least one side window. Alternatively, camera 310 can be positioned around a rearview mirror, fender, or door.

[0089] The camera 310 can provide the acquired images to the processor 370.

[0090] Radar 320 may include an electromagnetic wave transmitter and a receiver. Based on the principle of radio wave transmission, radar 320 can be implemented as either a pulse radar or a continuous wave radar. In the continuous wave radar mode, radar 320 can be implemented using either FMCW (Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave) or FSK (Frequency Shift Keying) modes, depending on the signal waveform.

[0091] Radar 320 can detect objects using electromagnetic waves as a medium, based on TOF (Time of Flight) or phase-shift methods. It can detect the position of the detected object, the distance between the detected objects, and the relative speed.

[0092] To sense objects located in front of, behind, or to the side of the vehicle, the radar 320 can be configured at an appropriate location on the exterior of the vehicle.

[0093] The lidar 330 may include a laser transmitter and a receiver. The lidar 330 may be implemented in a TOF (Time of Flight) mode or a phase-shift mode.

[0094] The LiDAR 330 can be implemented as either driven or non-driven.

[0095] When implemented as a driven system, the lidar 330 is rotated by a motor and can detect objects around the vehicle 100.

[0096] When implemented as a non-driven system, the lidar 330 can utilize optical steering to detect objects within a defined range relative to the vehicle 100. The vehicle 100 may include a plurality of non-driven lidars 330.

[0097] The LiDAR 330 can use laser as the light medium to detect objects based on TOF (Time of Flight) or phase-shift methods. It can detect the position of the detected object, the distance between the detected objects, and the relative speed.

[0098] To sense objects located in front of, behind, or to the side of the vehicle, the LiDAR 330 can be configured at an appropriate location on the exterior of the vehicle.

[0099] The ultrasonic sensor 340 may include an ultrasonic transmitter and a receiver. Based on the ultrasonic detection object, the ultrasonic sensor 340 can detect the position of the detected object, the distance between the ultrasonic sensor and the detected object, and the relative speed.

[0100] To sense objects located in front of, behind, or to the side of the vehicle, the ultrasonic sensor 340 can be configured at an appropriate location on the exterior of the vehicle.

[0101] The infrared sensor 350 may include an infrared transmitter and a receiver. Based on infrared light, the infrared sensor 350 detects objects and can detect the position of the detected object, the distance between the two objects, and their relative speed.

[0102] In order to sense objects located in front of, behind or to the side of the vehicle, the infrared sensor 350 can be configured at an appropriate location on the exterior of the vehicle.

[0103] The processor 370 can control the overall operation of each unit of the object detection device 300.

[0104] Processor 370 can detect and track objects based on acquired images. Processor 370 can perform actions such as distance calculation and relative velocity calculation between itself and objects using image processing algorithms.

[0105] Processor 370 can detect and track objects based on reflected electromagnetic waves returned by the object after the transmitted electromagnetic waves are reflected. Processor 370 can perform actions such as distance calculation and relative velocity calculation between itself and the object based on the electromagnetic waves.

[0106] Processor 370 can detect and track objects based on the reflected laser light returned by the object after the emitted laser light is reflected back. Processor 370 can perform actions such as distance calculation and relative speed calculation between itself and the object based on the laser light.

[0107] Processor 370 can detect and track objects based on reflected ultrasonic waves that are reflected back from the object after being emitted. Processor 370 can perform actions such as distance calculation and relative speed calculation between itself and the object based on the ultrasonic waves.

[0108] Processor 370 can detect and track objects based on reflected infrared light returned by the object after the emitted infrared light is reflected. Processor 370 can perform actions such as distance calculation and relative speed calculation between itself and the object based on the infrared light.

[0109] According to an embodiment, the object detection device 300 may include a plurality of processors 370 or may not include processors 370. For example, the camera 310, radar 320, lidar 330, ultrasonic sensor 340, and infrared sensor 350 may each include a processor.

[0110] In the absence of a processor 370, the object detection device 300 can operate according to the control of a processor or control unit 170 within the vehicle 100.

[0111] The object detection device 300 can operate according to the control of the control unit 170.

[0112] The communication device 400 is a device for performing communication with external devices. Here, the external device may be another vehicle, a mobile terminal, or a server.

[0113] In order to perform communication, the communication device 400 may include at least one of a transmitting antenna, a receiving antenna, an RF (Radio Frequency) circuit capable of implementing various communication protocols, and an RF element.

[0114] The communication device 400 may include a short-range communication unit 410, a location information unit 420, a V2X communication unit 430, an optical communication unit 440, a broadcast transceiver unit 450, and a processor 470.

[0115] According to the embodiments, the communication device 400 may include other components in addition to the components described, or may exclude some of the components described.

[0116] The short-range communication unit 410 is a unit for short-range communication. The short-range communication unit 410 can support short-range communication using at least one of the following technologies: Bluetooth™, RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), Infrared Data Association (IrDA), UWB (Ultra Wideband), ZigBee, NFC (Near Field Communication), Wi-Fi (Wireless-Fidelity), Wi-Fi Direct, and Wireless USB (Wireless Universal Serial Bus).

[0117] The short-range communication unit 410 can perform short-range communication between the vehicle 100 and at least one external device by forming a short-range wireless area network.

[0118] The location information unit 420 is a unit used to acquire the location information of the vehicle 100. For example, the location information unit 420 may include a GPS (Global Positioning System) module or a DGPS (Differential Global Positioning System) module.

[0119] The V2X communication unit 430 is a unit for performing wireless communication with a server (V2I: Vehicle to Infra), other vehicles (V2V: Vehicle to Vehicle), or pedestrians (V2P: Vehicle to Pedestrian). The V2X communication unit 430 may include RF circuitry capable of implementing V2I communication protocols with infrastructure, V2V communication protocols with vehicles, and V2P communication protocols with pedestrians.

[0120] The optical communication unit 440 is a unit for communicating with external devices using light as a medium. The optical communication unit 440 may include: an optical transmitting unit that converts electrical signals into optical signals and transmits them to the outside; and an optical receiving unit that converts received optical signals into electrical signals.

[0121] According to an embodiment, the light transmitting unit may be integrally formed with a lamp included in the vehicle 100.

[0122] The broadcast transceiver unit 450 is a unit used to receive broadcast signals from an external broadcast management server or to send broadcast signals to the broadcast management server via a broadcast channel. The broadcast channel may include a satellite channel or a terrestrial channel. The broadcast signal may include TV broadcast signals, wireless broadcast signals, and data broadcast signals.

[0123] The processor 470 can control the overall operation of each unit of the communication device 400.

[0124] According to an embodiment, the communication device 400 may include a plurality of processors 470, or may not include processors 470.

[0125] If the communication device 400 does not include the processor 470, the communication device 400 can operate according to the control of the processor or control unit 170 of other devices in the vehicle 100.

[0126] On the other hand, the communication device 400 can be used together with the user interface device 200 to implement a vehicle display device. In this case, the vehicle display device can be named a telematics device or an AVN (Audio Video Navigation) device.

[0127] The communication device 400 can operate under the control of the control unit 170.

[0128] The driving control device 500 is a device that receives user input for driving.

[0129] In manual mode, vehicle 100 can operate based on signals provided by driving control device 500.

[0130] The driving control device 500 may include a steering input device 510, an acceleration input device 530, and a braking input device 570.

[0131] The steering input device 510 can receive the driving direction input of the vehicle 100 from the user. The steering input device 510 is preferably configured as a wheel to enable steering input by rotation. According to an embodiment, the steering input device may also be configured as a touch screen, touchpad, or button.

[0132] The accelerator input device 530 can receive input from the user for accelerating the vehicle 100. The brake input device 570 can receive input from the user for decelerating the vehicle 100. The accelerator input device 530 and the brake input device 570 are preferably configured as pedals. According to an embodiment, the accelerator input device or the brake input device may also be configured as a touchscreen, touchpad, or button.

[0133] The driving control device 500 can operate according to the control unit 170.

[0134] The vehicle drive unit 600 is a device that drives various devices within the electrically controlled vehicle 100.

[0135] The vehicle drive unit 600 may include a power transmission drive unit 610, a chassis drive unit 620, a door / window drive unit 630, a safety device drive unit 640, a light drive unit 650, and an air conditioning drive unit 660.

[0136] According to the embodiments, the vehicle drive unit 600 may include other components in addition to the components described, or may exclude some of the components described.

[0137] On the other hand, the vehicle drive unit 600 may include a processor. Each of the various units of the vehicle drive unit 600 may individually include a processor.

[0138] The power transmission drive unit 610 can control the operation of the power transmission device.

[0139] The power transmission drive unit 610 may include a power source drive unit 611 and a transmission drive unit 612.

[0140] The power source drive unit 611 can control the power source of the vehicle 100.

[0141] For example, when a fossil fuel-based engine is used as the power source, the power source drive unit 610 can perform electronic control of the engine. This allows for control of the engine's output torque, etc. The power source drive unit 611 can adjust the engine's output torque according to the control unit 170.

[0142] For example, when the power source is an electric motor, the power source drive unit 610 can control the motor. The power source drive unit 610 can adjust the motor's speed, torque, etc., according to the control unit 170.

[0143] The transmission drive unit 612 can control the transmission. The transmission drive unit 612 can adjust the state of the transmission. The transmission drive unit 612 can adjust the state of the transmission to forward (D), reverse (R), neutral (N), or park (P).

[0144] On the other hand, when the engine is the power source, the transmission drive unit 612 can adjust the gear meshing state in the forward D state.

[0145] The chassis drive unit 620 can control the movement of the chassis assembly. The chassis drive unit 620 may include a steering drive unit 621, a braking drive unit 622, and a suspension drive unit 623.

[0146] The steering drive unit 621 can perform electronic control of the steering apparatus within the vehicle 100. The steering drive unit 621 can change the direction of travel of the vehicle.

[0147] The brake drive unit 622 can perform electronic control of the brake apparatus within the vehicle 100. For example, the speed of the vehicle 100 can be reduced by controlling the operation of the brakes located on the wheels.

[0148] On the other hand, the brake drive unit 622 can control each of the plurality of brakes individually. The brake drive unit 622 can control the braking force applied to the plurality of wheels differently from each other.

[0149] The suspension drive unit 623 can perform electronic control of the suspension apparatus within the vehicle 100. For example, when the road surface is curved, the suspension drive unit 623 can reduce the vibration of the vehicle 100 by controlling the suspension apparatus. On the other hand, the suspension drive unit 623 can control each of the plurality of suspensions individually.

[0150] The door / window drive unit 630 can perform electronic control of the door apparatus or window apparatus inside the vehicle 100.

[0151] The door / window drive unit 630 may include a door drive unit 631 and a window drive unit 632.

[0152] The door drive unit 631 can control the door assembly. The door drive unit 631 can control the opening and closing of a plurality of doors included in the vehicle 100. The door drive unit 631 can control the opening and closing of the trunk or tailgate. The door drive unit 631 can control the opening and closing of the sunroof.

[0153] The window drive unit 632 can perform electronic control of the window apparatus. It can control the opening or closing of a plurality of windows, including those in the vehicle 100.

[0154] The safety device drive unit 640 can perform electronic control of various safety devices within the vehicle 100.

[0155] The safety device drive unit 640 may include an airbag drive unit 641, a seat belt drive unit 642, and a pedestrian protection device drive unit 643.

[0156] The airbag actuator 641 can electronically control the airbag apparatus within the vehicle 100. For example, the airbag actuator 641 can be controlled to deploy the airbag when a hazard is sensed.

[0157] The seatbelt drive unit 642 can electronically control the seatbelt apparatus within the vehicle 100. For example, the seatbelt drive unit 642 can be controlled to secure the passenger to the seat 110FL, 110FR, 110RL, or 110RR using the seatbelt when a hazard is detected.

[0158] The pedestrian protection device drive unit 643 can electronically control the hood lift and the pedestrian airbag. For example, the pedestrian protection device drive unit 643 can be controlled to raise the hood lift and deploy the pedestrian airbag when a collision with a pedestrian is detected.

[0159] The lamp drive unit 650 can perform electronic control of various lamp apparatuses within the vehicle 100.

[0160] The air conditioning drive unit 660 can electronically control the air conditioning unit inside the vehicle 100. For example, when the temperature inside the vehicle is high, the air conditioning drive unit 660 can control the air conditioning unit to operate and supply cool air to the vehicle interior.

[0161] The vehicle drive unit 600 may include a processor. Each of the various units of the vehicle drive unit 600 may individually include a processor.

[0162] The vehicle drive unit 600 can operate under the control of the control unit 170.

[0163] The operating system 700 is a system that controls various operations of the vehicle 100. The operating system 700 can operate in automatic driving mode.

[0164] The operating system 700 may include a driving system 710, a vehicle dispatch system 740, and a parking system 750.

[0165] According to the embodiments, the operating system 700 may include other components in addition to the components described, or may exclude some of the components described.

[0166] On the other hand, the operating system 700 may include a processor. Each of the various units in the operating system 700 may individually include a processor.

[0167] On the other hand, according to the embodiment, when the operating system 700 is implemented by software, it may also be a subordinate concept of the control unit 170.

[0168] On the other hand, according to an embodiment, the operating system 700 may be a concept including at least one of a user interface device 200, an object detection device 300, a communication device 400, a vehicle drive device 600, and a control unit 170.

[0169] The driving system 710 can control the driving of vehicle 100.

[0170] The driving system 710 can receive navigation information from the navigation system 770 and provide control signals to the vehicle drive unit 600, thereby enabling the driving of the vehicle 100. The driving system 710 can also receive object information from the object detection device 300 and provide control signals to the vehicle drive unit 600, thereby enabling the driving of the vehicle 100. Furthermore, the driving system 710 can receive signals from external devices via the communication device 400 and provide control signals to the vehicle drive unit 600, thereby enabling the driving of the vehicle 100.

[0171] The vehicle dispatch system 740 can dispatch vehicle 100.

[0172] The vehicle dispatch system 740 can receive navigation information from the navigation system 770 and provide control signals to the vehicle drive unit 600, thereby enabling the dispatch of vehicle 100. The vehicle dispatch system 740 can also receive object information from the object detection device 300 and provide control signals to the vehicle drive unit 600, thereby enabling the dispatch of vehicle 100. Furthermore, the vehicle dispatch system 740 can receive signals from external devices via the communication device 400 and provide control signals to the vehicle drive unit 600, thereby enabling the dispatch of vehicle 100.

[0173] Parking system 750 can park 100 vehicles.

[0174] The parking system 750 can receive navigation information from the navigation system 770 and provide control signals to the vehicle drive unit 600, thereby enabling the parking of the vehicle 100. The parking system 750 can also receive object information from the object detection device 300 and provide control signals to the vehicle drive unit 600, thereby enabling the parking of the vehicle 100. Furthermore, the parking system 750 can receive signals from external devices via the communication device 400 and provide control signals to the vehicle drive unit 600, thereby enabling the parking of the vehicle 100.

[0175] The navigation system 770 can provide navigation information. The navigation information may include at least one of the following: map information, set destination information, route information set based on the destination, information on various objects on the route, lane information, and the vehicle's current location information.

[0176] The navigation system 770 may include a memory and a processor. The memory can store navigation information. The processor can control the operation of the navigation system 770.

[0177] According to an embodiment, the navigation system 770 can receive information from an external device via the communication device 400 and can update pre-stored information.

[0178] According to the embodiments, the navigation system 770 can also be classified as a subordinate component of the user interface device 200.

[0179] The sensing unit 120 can sense the state of the vehicle. The sensing unit 120 may include attitude sensors (e.g., yaw sensor, roll sensor, pitch sensor), collision sensors, wheel sensors, speed sensors, tilt sensors, weight sensors, heading sensors, yaw sensors, gyro sensors, position modules, vehicle forward / reverse sensors, battery sensors, fuel sensors, tire sensors, steering sensors based on steering wheel rotation, vehicle interior temperature sensors, vehicle interior humidity sensors, ultrasonic sensors, illuminance sensors, accelerator pedal position sensors, brake pedal position sensors, etc.

[0180] The sensing unit 120 can acquire sensing signals such as vehicle posture information, vehicle collision information, vehicle direction information, vehicle position information (GPS information), vehicle angle information, vehicle speed information, vehicle acceleration information, vehicle tilt information, vehicle forward / reverse information, battery information, fuel information, tire information, vehicle light information, vehicle interior temperature information, vehicle interior humidity information, steering wheel rotation angle, vehicle exterior illuminance, pressure applied to the accelerator pedal, and pressure applied to the brake pedal.

[0181] In addition, the sensing unit 120 may also include an accelerator pedal sensor, a pressure sensor, an engine speed sensor, an air flow sensor (AFS), an intake air temperature sensor (ATS), a coolant temperature sensor (WTS), a throttle position sensor (TPS), a TDC sensor, a crank angle sensor (CAS), etc.

[0182] The vehicle interface unit 130 can function as a conduit for various types of external devices connected to the vehicle 100. For example, the vehicle interface unit 130 may have a port capable of connecting to a mobile terminal, through which data can be exchanged. In this case, the vehicle interface unit 130 can exchange data with the mobile terminal.

[0183] On the other hand, the vehicle interface unit 130 can function as a channel for supplying power to the connected mobile terminal. When the mobile terminal is electrically connected to the vehicle interface unit 130, the vehicle interface unit 130 can supply power from the power supply unit 190 to the mobile terminal under the control of the control unit 170.

[0184] The memory 140 is electrically connected to the control unit 170. The memory 140 can store basic data of the unit, control data for the unit's operation control, and input / output data. In terms of hardware, the memory 140 can be various storage devices such as ROM, RAM, EPROM, flash memory drive, and hard disk drive. The memory 140 can store various data related to the overall operation of the vehicle 100, such as programs for processing or controlling the control unit 170.

[0185] According to an embodiment, the memory 140 may be integrally formed with the control unit 170, or may be implemented by a lower-level component of the control unit 170.

[0186] The control unit 170 can control the overall operation of various units within the vehicle 100. The control unit 170 can be named ECU (Electronic Control Unit).

[0187] The power supply unit 190 can supply the power required for the operation of each component according to the control of the control unit 170. In particular, the power supply unit 190 can receive power from the battery or the like inside the vehicle.

[0188] The vehicle 100 may include one or more processors and control units 170 that can be implemented using at least one of ASICs (application-specific integrated circuits), DSPs (digital signal processors), DSPDs (digital signal processing devices), PLDs (programmable logic devices), FPGAs (field-programmable gate arrays), processors, controllers, microcontrollers, microprocessors, and electrical units for performing other functions.

[0189] On the other hand, the vehicle display device 800 of the present invention can utilize a single display module to form virtual and real images in a plurality of screen areas of different types. Furthermore, by combining a plurality of screen areas, a single display module can provide the effect of multiple displays.

[0190] Figure 3 This is an example diagram showing the configuration of the vehicle display device 800 according to the present invention, which is installed in and driven in a vehicle.

[0191] The vehicle display device 800 can be configured to correspond to the dashboard of the driver's seat of the vehicle 100 or to be rectangular to extend from the dashboard of the driver's seat to the passenger seat.

[0192] The vehicle display device 800 may include a housing 801 having a recessed interior space, and a display may be disposed on one side of the interior space of the housing 801. As an example, the display of the vehicle display device 800 may be configured such that it is located in the upper part of the interior space of the housing 801, with the front of the display facing downwards.

[0193] The cover 801 is designed to have an inwardly recessed inner space, thereby forming a natural darkroom space. As a result, the real and virtual images displayed in the first and second screen areas formed by the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840, as described below, can be displayed with greater clarity.

[0194] The interior space of the cover 801 can be configured such that the inside is covered and the space opens outward toward the driver's seat. Furthermore, the interior space of the cover 801 can be configured such that the space narrows towards the inner side and widens towards the outer side.

[0195] Within the inner space of the housing 801, a plurality of screen areas can be formed according to the drive of the display. In an embodiment, a portion of the plurality of screen areas can be formed offset from the inner space of the housing 801.

[0196] The plurality of screen regions may include a first screen region 821 formed on the upper side of the inner space of the cover 801 and a second screen region 841 formed on the lower part of the first screen region 821.

[0197] The first screen area 821, as a prism screen area formed by the refraction of graphics in a portion of the display, can display a real image. Additionally, the second screen area 841, as a floating screen area formed by the reflection of graphics in other areas of the display using a 3D board, can output a virtual image.

[0198] In the prism screen area, for example, a real image formed by polarized light refracted by a prism and reflected by a mirror can be displayed above the prism. Additionally, in the floating screen area, for example, a 3D virtual image (AR) formed based on graphic light reflected from a display via a 3D panel can be displayed within the recessed housing 801, or at least a portion of it can be displayed off-center from the interior space. In the former case, the prism screen area and the floating screen area can be configured on the same line; in the latter case, these screen areas may not be configured on the same line.

[0199] The first screen area 821 can be formed only in the position corresponding to the driver's seat, or it can be formed in a position corresponding to both the driver's seat and the passenger seat. The second screen area 841 can be formed in the position corresponding to both the driver's seat and the passenger seat.

[0200] The first screen area 821 and the second screen area 841 can be selectively formed or formed simultaneously. When the first screen area 821 and the second screen area 841 are formed together, the related content can be displayed as images of different forms, such as real images and virtual images.

[0201] Figure 4 This is an example block diagram illustrating the detailed configuration of the vehicle display device 800 of the present invention.

[0202] The vehicle display device 800 may include a housing 801, a display 810, a communication unit 830, a first reflection module 820, a second reflection module 840, a processor 850, a rotation adjustment unit 860, and a sensor 870. Furthermore, the vehicle display device 800 can communicate with the vehicle 100 via the communication unit 830. Additionally, the vehicle display device 800 may be configured to form a first screen area 821, a second screen area 841, or multiple screen areas 821 and 841 through the first reflection module 820 and / or the second reflection module 840.

[0203] The cover 801 forms the frame of the vehicle display device 800 and includes a recessed interior space inside.

[0204] The display 810 can be configured on one side of the inner space of the housing 801, for example, at the upper part of the inner space. In this case, the back of the display 810 can be attached to the top surface of the inner space of the housing 801, and the front of the display 810 can be configured to face the ground.

[0205] The display 810 can be configured to tilt at a predetermined angle, not parallel to the ground. For this purpose, the top surface of the inner space of the housing 801 can be formed to tilt at a predetermined angle to the ground. As described above, since the display 810 is formed to tilt at a predetermined angle relative to the ground, the floating effect of the 3D AR image displayed in the second screen area formed by the second reflection module 840 is maximized.

[0206] The communication unit 830 can receive data related to the vehicle's status and driving from the vehicle 100, which is equipped with the vehicle display device 800. Furthermore, the communication unit 830 can transmit data related to the operation status and driving of the vehicle display device 800 to the vehicle 100. Therefore, the communication unit 830 can be implemented by having a transmitting module and a receiving module, or by including a transceiver capable of both transmitting and receiving.

[0207] The first reflection module 820 can be configured to be integrated with one side of the display 810 within the inner space of the housing 801. The first reflection module 820 can be configured to refract light from a pattern emitted from a first area of ​​the display 810 to form a first screen area. The first screen area refers to the prism area that displays a real image of linearly polarized light corresponding to the pattern of the display 810 refracted by the prism. Hereinafter, the "first screen area" may be referred to as "prism area," "prism display," "prism screen," or "prism screen area."

[0208] To form the first screen area, the first reflection module 820 may include a prism and a reflector. The first screen area may be formed above the second screen area described below, and the graphic emitted from the first area of ​​the display 810 is output as a real image.

[0209] The second reflection module 840 can be configured to be combined with one side of the first reflection module 820 within the inner space of the housing 801. The second reflection module 840 can be configured to reflect light from a graphic emitted from the second area of ​​the display 810 to form a second screen area. The second screen area refers to an AR floating area connected to the first screen area and displaying virtual (AR) images within the inner space of the housing 801. Hereinafter, the "second screen area" can be named "floating area," "floating screen," "floating display," "floating screen area," "virtual image screen area," or "AR floating area."

[0210] To form the second screen area, the second reflection module 840 may include a 3D plate and a reflector. In this case, the second screen area can be formed below the first screen area, and the graphic emitted from the second area of ​​the display 810 can be output as a virtual image, i.e., a 3D AR image.

[0211] The processor 850 controls the operation of the display 810, the first reflection module 820, and the second reflection module 840. The processor 850 can be configured on the inner side of the inner space of the housing 801 or on the outer side of the back of the housing 801.

[0212] The processor 850 can control whether the display 810 is driven when the vehicle is started or upon request. The processor 850 can control the operation of the first reflection module 820 and / or the second reflection module 840 when the display 810 is driven, so that the graphics displayed on the display 810 are displayed as real images and / or virtual images through the first screen area and / or the second screen area.

[0213] When the display 810 is driven, the processor 850 controls the operation of at least one of the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840 according to set conditions to change the activation or deactivation of the first screen area and the second screen area. Thus, the occupants of the vehicle 100 can view the graphics displayed on the display 810 in the first screen area / second screen area / multi-screen area.

[0214] The processor 850 can control the position of the second screen area formed by the second reflection module 840 by controlling the movement of the rotation adjustment unit 860. Alternatively, the rotation adjustment unit 860 can also be implemented as a function of the processor 850.

[0215] The rotation adjustment unit 860 can adjust the rotation of the second reflection module 840 to change the reflection angle or light path length formed by the second reflection module 840 and the display 810. Therefore, the second reflection module 840 can be configured to be coupled to a rotation drive device on one side of the rotation adjustment unit 860 and be capable of rotation.

[0216] As the rotation adjustment unit 860 is driven, the rotation of the second reflection module 840 is adjusted, thereby changing the position of the second screen area formed by the second reflection module 840. Consequently, the 3D virtual image displayed in the second screen area can be moved back and forth.

[0217] The rotation adjustment unit 860 may include a coupling device for engaging with the second reflection module 840, a rotation device for rotating the second reflection module 840, and a support device for the support plate when the second reflection module 840 rotates.

[0218] Sensor 870 may include a sensor for sensing input to display 810, and a sensor for sensing (hover) input to a first screen area and a second screen area. Additionally, sensor 870 may also include a camera sensor, IR sensor, IMS sensor, etc., for identifying the entity performing the input or for monitoring the status of the driver / passenger.

[0219] In some examples, sensor 870 may include a vehicle camera sensor, an IR sensor, or an IMS sensor. The vehicle display device 800 can identify the occupant's field of view using sensor 870 and transmit this information to processor 850. Processor 850 can then adjust the position of the second reflection module 840 based on the occupant's field of view, thereby adjusting the position of the area forming the second screen.

[0220] On the other hand, the vehicle display device 800 may also include a front cover 802. In this case, the front cover 802 can be shielded when the display 810 is not driven, so that the inner space of the cover 801 is not visible, and can be driven when the display 810 is driven, so that the inner space of the cover 801 is exposed.

[0221] Thus, in the vehicle display device 800 of this embodiment of the invention, a portion of the graphic emitted from a display 810 disposed on one side of the interior space of the housing 801 is refracted by a first reflection module and a portion is reflected by a second reflection module, thereby enabling a combination of virtual and real images to be selectively or simultaneously realized by a display module.

[0222] Figure 5 This is a side sectional view of the vehicle display device 800 of the present invention. Specifically, Figure 5 This is a diagram of a "package" consisting of a vehicle display device 800 used to output graphics displayed on a single display located on the upper part of the vehicle via a prism screen and a floating screen, viewed from the side.

[0223] A display 810 can be disposed on the upper part of the package, tilted at a predetermined angle to the ground. That is, the display 810 can be disposed on the upper part in a state where it is tilted at a predetermined angle and not parallel to the ground. As a result, the floating effect of the 3D virtual image displayed in the floating area formed by the second reflection module 840 (described later) can be presented more three-dimensionally and prominently. In addition, by disposing the front of the display 810 on the upper part and facing the ground, the graphic light emitted from the front of the display 810 when the display 810 is driven is emitted in a vertical direction.

[0224] A processor 850, such as a PCB, for controlling the drive of the vehicle display device 800 is disposed on the back side of the package. The processor 850 controls the drive of the display 810, and the activation and operation of the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840. The processor 850 can be electrically connected to one side of the display 810 and can be perpendicular to the display 810 disposed on the upper part.

[0225] The first reflection module 820 can be configured to display a real image on the prism by refracting graphic light emitted from a portion of the display 810 through a prism that is vertically coupled to one side of the display 810.

[0226] The prism of the first reflection module 820, acting as a projector formed by precisely cutting through a transparent, translucent material at precise angles and planes, alters the light path by dispersing the light of the image output to the first area of ​​the display 810. The prism of the first reflection module 820 can be configured to be perpendicular to the display 810, for example, it can be a triangular prism shape. Thus, the light of the image output to the first area of ​​the display 810 is refracted, and a first screen area (or prism area) 821 can be formed on the surface of the prism perpendicular to the display 810. In an embodiment, depending on the number of reflective mirrors incorporated with the prism, the image of the image output to the first area of ​​the display 810 is either inverted or displayed in the same shape in the first screen area.

[0227] The second reflection module 840 includes a 3D plate coupled to one side of the first reflection module 820 and configured to form a predetermined angle with the display 810. The 3D plate, such as a 3D holographic plate, can display a virtual image, i.e., a 3D virtual image, at a position corresponding to the occupant's field of vision by reflecting light from a pattern emitted from other areas of the display 810, such as the second area.

[0228] At this time, the first screen area formed by the first reflection module 820 and the second screen area formed by the second reflection module 840 have different depths. Specifically, the first screen area 821 is formed on the front surface of the prism of the first reflection module 820, while the second screen area 841 is formed in the 3D space formed by reflection from the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840. A portion of the second screen area can be located on the same surface as the first screen area.

[0229] On the other hand, the package can be configured in a housing 801 that includes a recessed inner space. Figure 4 Inside. Together with this cover structure 801, the second reflection module 840 images the light of the graphic emitted by the display 810 at the lower end by reflecting it through the 3D holographic panel, thereby naturally blocking external light.

[0230] On the other hand, although not shown, the package may also include a light-absorbing section for absorbing light from the pattern emitted from the display 810 and a back plate attached to the back of the 3D plate of the second reflective module 840.

[0231] At this time, the back panel can be made of UTG (ultra-thin film reinforced glass) material, which can perform the function of supporting the 3D holographic panel from the back.

[0232] Additionally, the light-absorbing section can be configured to form dark chambers on the left and right sides of the cover 801, absorbing light reflected and diffused from the graphic emitted by the display 810. The light-absorbing section improves the contrast of the 3D virtual image displayed in the second screen area 841 by reducing the brightness of the reflected light from the graphic.

[0233] The packaged processor 850 can control the rotation of the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 to change the angle formed between it and the display 810. Based on the change in the angle formed by the rotation of the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 and the display 810, the position of the 3D virtual image displayed in the second screen area 841 can be changed. For this purpose, one side of the second reflection module 840 is connected to the rotation adjustment unit 860 (… Figure 4 It can be combined and can drive the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 to rotate based on the signal transmitted from the processor 850.

[0234] In some embodiments, the package may have a rotatable structure or include a drive cover to shield the package when the display 810 is not driven, and expose at least a portion of the first screen region 821 and the second screen region 841 formed by the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840 when the display 810 is driven.

[0235] Continue to refer to Figure 5 The encapsulation can be implemented as follows: it is configured within a housing 801 having a recessed inner space, and a floating area formed by the second reflection module 840 is displayed within the recessed inner space.

[0236] Additionally, as previously mentioned, it can be implemented such that, as the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 rotates, a portion of the floating area whose position changes is deviated from the recessed inner space for display. Thus, a portion of the 3D floating content displayed in the floating area can be imaged away from the recessed inner space of the housing 801.

[0237] The vehicle display device 800 uses a prism and a 3D plate, which serve as the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840, to reflect / refract the luminous pattern on the display 810 located on the upper part, so that the 3D virtual image and the real image are imaged onto the prism area 821 and the floating area 841, thereby enabling the real image and the virtual image to be displayed independently or simultaneously by a single display.

[0238] Light emanating from a graphic on display 810 can be refracted by one or more lenses and prisms to form an eyebox. For this purpose, an incident optics module for forming curvature and light path may also be included. For example, the lenses and prisms may be configured to have a predetermined angle (e.g., a right angle) with the display to have curvature and light path for forming an eyebox for a graphic displayed in a first area of ​​display 810.

[0239] Additionally, the light emitted by the pattern on the display 810 can be reflected by the 3D panel and a mirror to form an eye box for displaying a virtual image. At this point, a combiner for compensating for chromatic aberration and focal length can be incorporated. The combiner may include a 3D panel, such as a 3D holographic panel, and a mirror for reflecting the light of the refracted pattern illuminated by a prism.

[0240] At this point, the reflective mirror can be configured as a flat plate or a film shape. The reflective surface of the reflective mirror can be formed on the front side of the 3D panel facing the user's eyes, thereby compensating for chromatic aberration and focal length. In addition, in this invention, the graphic light from the display 810 disposed on the upper part of the package is refracted by a prism or directly irradiated onto the 3D panel, so chromatic aberration caused by wavelength separation almost does not occur.

[0241] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing the shape of the prism display area 821 and the floating display area 841 formed by the drive of the display device 800, viewed from the side.

[0242] like Figure 6 As shown, the prism display area 821 can be formed in the upper part of the recessed inner space of the cover 801, and the floating display area 841 can be formed in the lower part of the recessed inner space of the cover 801.

[0243] The size of the floating display area 841 can be larger than that of the prism display area 821. Real images can be displayed in the prism display area 821, while virtual images with depth, i.e., 3DAR images, can be displayed in the floating display area 841.

[0244] The prism display area 821 and the floating display area 841 can be used selectively or driven simultaneously.

[0245] Therefore, when the display 810 is driven, the processor 850 of the vehicle display device 800 controls the operation of at least one of the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840 according to preset conditions, thereby changing whether the first screen area and the second screen area, namely the prism display area 821 and the floating display area 841, are activated or not.

[0246] At this time, the preset conditions are related to the driving status of the vehicle 100 equipped with the vehicle display device 800. For example, the driving status of the vehicle can be matched with various conditions required for a warning / alarm in the preset conditions.

[0247] The processor 850 can activate the first reflection module 820 to display the vehicle's driving status in the prism display area 821 during the period when the vehicle is in a first driving state, based on information related to the vehicle's driving status received through the communication unit 830.

[0248] Here, the first driving state refers to the normal driving state after the vehicle is started, which is the normal driving condition that does not require warnings / alarms.

[0249] Next, based on the information related to the vehicle driving status received through the communication unit 830, if the vehicle changes from the first driving state to the second driving state, the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840 can be controlled to display the vehicle driving status together in the prism display area 821 and the AR floating display area 840 by activating both the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840.

[0250] Here, the second driving state refers to a driving situation that requires a warning / alarm during vehicle operation. For example, if the processor 850 needs a warning / alarm due to a violation of the vehicle's speed limit, a sharp turn ahead, or the appearance of an object around the vehicle, it can determine that it is in the second driving state. If the corresponding situation is resolved, it can determine that it has switched to the first driving state.

[0251] Alternatively, it can be controlled such that, based on information related to the vehicle's driving status received through the communication unit 830, the second reflection module 840 is activated during the third driving state of the vehicle 100 to display an AR virtual image in the AR floating display area 840 and to display a graphic object related to the AR virtual image in the prism display area 821.

[0252] Here, the third driving state can refer to the state in which the entertainment function is performed when the vehicle is stationary.

[0253] As another embodiment, the processor 850 of the vehicle display device 800 can determine whether to display one or both of the prism display area 821 and the AR floating display area 840, depending on the type of content output to the display 810. For example, content related to vehicle status can be displayed in the prism display area 821, while entertainment content can be displayed in the AR floating display area 840.

[0254] As another embodiment, the processor 850 of the vehicle display device 800 can determine, based on user input / request, one of the display prism display area 821 and the AR floating display area 840, or display both.

[0255] As described above, the vehicle display device 800 of this embodiment of the invention can selectively provide a usage environment for a plurality of displays from a single display.

[0256] Figure 7 This is an example diagram used to illustrate a plurality of display areas according to the display mode of the vehicle display device 800.

[0257] The vehicle display device 800 can operate in a "prism display mode" that displays a real image in the prism screen area, or in a "floating display mode" that displays a virtual image in the floating screen area, or in a "multi-display mode" that displays both real and virtual images in the prism screen area and the floating screen area, depending on the set conditions.

[0258] Here, as mentioned above, the set conditions may be related to the vehicle's driving status, the type of content to be imaged, or correspond to user input / requests.

[0259] On the other hand, the vehicle display device 800 can be controlled such that the floating screen area 841 formed by the second reflection module 840 is displayed in the recessed inner space of the cover 801 at positions corresponding to the driver's seat and the passenger seat, respectively.

[0260] Specifically, refer to Figure 7 The floating screen area 841 can be divided into a first floating area 841a corresponding to the driver's seat, a third floating area 841c corresponding to the passenger seat, and a second floating area 841b corresponding to the area between the driver's seat and the passenger seat.

[0261] The first floating area 841a can be the area used by the driver, and the third floating area 841c can be the display area used by the front passenger. Additionally, the second floating area 841b can be a display area shared by both the driver and front passenger.

[0262] A 3D AR image is displayed in the first floating area 841a, corresponding to the field of vision of the driver's seat occupant. A 3D AR image is displayed in the third floating area 841c, corresponding to the field of vision of the passenger's seat occupant. Additionally, a 3D AR image is displayed in the second floating area 841b, corresponding to a preset field of vision angle, such as one corresponding to the driver's seat or the passenger's seat.

[0263] The content displayed in the first to the third floating areas 841a, 841b, and 841c can be controlled and displayed independently.

[0264] Additionally, it can operate in SPM (Switchable Privacy Mode) mode, so that the content displayed in the first floating area 841a is not visible from the passenger seat, and the content displayed in the third floating area 841c is not visible from the driver's seat. In this case, 3D content can be displayed in the second floating area 841b at a viewing angle that can be seen by both the driver's and passenger's seats.

[0265] Figure 8This is a side view of the vehicle display device 800 configured in the dashboard / CID area of ​​the vehicle 100 according to the present invention. Figure 8 As shown, the cover 801 of the vehicle display device can be configured in a position corresponding to the dashboard of the driver's seat. For example, the cover 801 can be formed with an inwardly recessed interior space to have a basic volume of about 23L.

[0266] Although not specifically shown, the inner space of the cover 801, which opens toward the occupant's field of vision when the vehicle display device 800 is driven, can form a prism display area 821 for displaying real images and a floating display area 841 for displaying virtual images, i.e., 3D AR images, and provide them to the user's eye box.

[0267] When the vehicle display device 800 is not driven, the cover 801 can be rotated or covered by the front cover to hide the interior space of the cover 801.

[0268] In order to provide the user with a viewing angle by displaying a graphic illuminated by the display 810 located in the upper part of the interior space of the housing 801, the vehicle display device 800 can selectively activate the prism display area 821 and the floating display area 841.

[0269] Therefore, the vehicle display device 800 can be controlled such that the pattern emitting light in the first area of ​​the display 810 is refracted by a prism and then a real image is displayed on the surface of the prism.

[0270] Additionally, the vehicle display device 800 can be controlled such that the graphic emitting light in the second area of ​​the display 810 is refracted by a prism, reflected by a 3D plate, and then, after passing through a reflective polarizing plate and / or an absorptive polarizing plate, displayed as a 3D AR image within the inner space of a housing 801 that matches the user's eye level.

[0271] the following, Figure 9 This is an example flowchart illustrating the operation method of the vehicle display device 800 according to the present invention.

[0272] Reference Figure 9 The method for operating the vehicle display device 800 according to an embodiment of the present invention discloses a driving configuration on the cover 801 ( Figure 4 Step (S10) of displaying the inner space on one side of the display. According to the drive of display 810, the graphics are emitted on the front.

[0273] Therefore, the display 810 of the vehicle display device 800 can be configured such that it is positioned on the upper inner side of the inner space of the housing 801, facing the ground and having an incline that is not parallel to the ground.

[0274] In this way, the display 810 can be configured on the upper inner side of the inner space of the housing 801, so that the light of the luminous pattern is used to form the curvature and light path of the eye box. Thus, the light path is formed so that the light of the luminous pattern on the display 810 is not dispersed, but directed toward the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840.

[0275] In addition, the display 810 located on the upper part is formed in a tilted structure that is not parallel to the ground, thereby maximizing the floating effect of the 3D AR image displayed in the floating display area 841 formed by the second reflection module 840.

[0276] Next, the vehicle display device 800 can operate such that the graphic emitted in the first area of ​​the display 810 is refracted by the first reflection module 820 and forms the first screen area (S20).

[0277] In addition, the vehicle display device 800 can operate such that the graphic emitted in the second area of ​​the display 810 is reflected by the second reflection module 840 and forms a second screen area (S30).

[0278] Thus, forming the first screen area and the second screen area can mean that the graphic emitted by the drive of the display 810 has completed the preparation for imaging onto either the first screen area or the second screen area.

[0279] Thus, if preparations are completed to image onto one or all of the plurality of screen areas, the vehicle display device 800 can be controlled to activate at least one of the first screen area and the second screen area formed by the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840, depending on whether the set conditions are met (S40).

[0280] Specifically, for example, to display only the vehicle's driving status, a first screen area formed by the first reflection module 820 is activated, allowing a real image to be displayed on the surface of the prism. Additionally, for example, to display warnings / alarms or guide dangerous situations while the vehicle is in motion, a second screen area formed by the second reflection module 840 can be activated, allowing a floating 3D AR image to be displayed in the recessed inner space of the housing 801. At this time, the recessed inner space of the housing 801, with its sides obscured, naturally provides a darkroom effect, further enhancing the clarity of the floating 3D AR image.

[0281] on the other hand, Figure 10 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 These are various structural examples of a vehicle display device 100 that uses a single display to implement a plurality of display modes according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0282] Figure 10As the basic structure of the housing 801 of the vehicle display device 800, a display 810 can be disposed in the upper part of the recessed inner space of the housing 801, and a processor 850 can be disposed in the rear part of the inner space. Furthermore, a first reflective module 820, which is attached to one side of the display 810 and includes a prism, is configured to be perpendicular to the display 810, similar to the direction perpendicular to the light emitted by the display 810. Additionally, a second reflective module 840, which is attached to one side of the first reflective module 820 and reflects the light refracted by the prism of the first reflective module 820, can be configured to form a predetermined angle with the display 810. In this case, the second reflective module 840 can be formed to include a 3D holographic panel disposed in the inner space of the housing 801 and facing the front of the display 810, and a reflecting mirror (not shown).

[0283] In an embodiment, the processor 850 can be controlled such that, when the first reflection module 820 is activated, the prism of the first reflection module 820 refracts the linearly polarized light corresponding to the pattern emitting light in the first area of ​​the display 810 and forms the first screen area.

[0284] Additionally, the processor 850 can be controlled such that, when the second reflection module 840 is activated, the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 reflects the graphic emitted in the second area of ​​the display 810 or the linearly polarized light refracted by the prism and forms a second screen area for displaying 3D virtual (AR) images.

[0285] The first screen area formed by the first reflection module 820 is formed above the second screen area formed by the second reflection module 840 and extends from the first area of ​​the display 810.

[0286] In addition, the second screen area formed by the second reflection module 840 is formed below the first screen area formed by the first reflection module 820. The 3D AR content displayed in the second screen area can be formed only in the inner space of the cover 801 or partially off the inner space.

[0287] Figure 11 (a) is an example structure of the vehicle display device 800 using only the first screen area formed by the prism of the first reflection module 820, driven by the display 810. Figure 11 In (a), the cover 801' is in a state where the 3D holographic panel is folded or rotated to be parallel to the display 810, which can minimize the volume of the cover 801'. This cover 801' structure can be named the minimum thinness package, in which the pattern emitted by the display 810 is refracted by a prism and displayed as a real image on the front. For example, when the 3D holographic panel of the second reflective module is rotated and the internal space of the cover 801' is reduced to a minimum, the volume of the minimum thinness package can be changed to 9L.

[0288] on the other hand, Figure 11 (b) is a state in which the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840 are both activated according to the drive of the display 810 of the vehicle display device 800, and the corresponding first screen area and second screen area are activated. At this time, the processor 850 can be configured to be combined with one side of the display 810 on the outer rear part of the housing 801".

[0289] Additionally, according to an embodiment, a UTG plate can be bonded to the front of the 3D plate of the second reflective module 840 to form the light path of the eye box. Furthermore, although not shown, a light-absorbing plate may also be added adjacent to the 3D plate of the second reflective module 840 to absorb linearly polarized light that is not reflected by the 3D plate.

[0290] Next, refer to Figure 12 The vehicle display device 800 is integrally formed with the air duct of the driver's seat of the vehicle 100 on the dashboard, thereby enabling a thinner structure. As described above, when modularized together with the vehicle's air purifier, the package and housing can be implemented with a volume of 11L, which is slightly larger than the aforementioned minimum thinnest package.

[0291] The above describes an embodiment and structure of the vehicle display device 800 of the present invention, which displays graphics of different types in a plurality of display areas through a single display.

[0292] The following is for reference Figure 13 Specifically, this invention describes a method for changing the position of an AR image displayed in a floating display area within the vehicle display device 800.

[0293] In the first screen area formed by the first reflection module 820, a real image is displayed on the surface of the prism, and in the second screen area formed by the second reflection module 840, a 3D virtual (AR) image with depth can be displayed.

[0294] In an embodiment of the invention, the 3D virtual (AR) image displayed in the second screen area can be moved and displayed within the inner space of the housing 801 along the x-axis, y-axis, and z-axis directions. For this purpose, the 3D holographic plate of the second reflection module 840 is made rotatable to adjust the angle formed with the display 810.

[0295] Specifically, such as Figure 13As shown, the first reflective module 820 is fixed to one side of the display 810, and the second reflective module 840 is configured to rotate within the inner space of the housing 801. One side of the second reflective module 840 is formed to be fixed adjacent to the first reflective module 820, and the distance between it and the display 810 increases as one side moves towards the other. Furthermore, the angle between the second reflective module 840 and the opposing display 810 can be changed by the drive of the rotation adjustment unit 860.

[0296] The processor 850 of the vehicle display device 800 can transmit a signal for adjusting the rotation of the second reflection module 840 to the rotation adjustment unit 860 to change the angle between the second reflection module 840 and the display 810.

[0297] The rotation adjustment unit 860 may include a coupling device that engages with one side of the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840, a drive device that provides a driving force for rotating the 3D plate, and a support device that supports the 3D plate during rotation.

[0298] If the rotation adjustment unit 860 operates according to the drive signal transmitted from the processor 850, the 3D board of the second reflection module 840 can rotate by a set angle in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction based on the information contained in the drive signal.

[0299] Figure 13 (a) is an example diagram showing the basic position of the second reflective module 840 in the inner space of the housing 801. With the 3D plate of the second reflective module 840 configured in the set basic position, a second screen area 841 for displaying 3D AR content can be displayed, for example, at the entrance of the inner space of the housing 801.

[0300] In an embodiment, the processor 850 can control the rotation of the second reflection module 840 by adjusting the rotation of the rotation adjustment unit 860 to change the angle formed by the display 810 and the 3D board, and based on this, move the position of the second screen area 841 displaying 3D AR content back and forth with reference to the inner space of the cover 801.

[0301] Figure 13 (b) is an example in which the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 is rotated by a constant angle clockwise from its base position, thereby further increasing the angle between the display 810 and the 3D plate.

[0302] Thus, if the angle between the display 810 and the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 increases, the position of the second screen area 841 formed by the second reflection module 840, i.e., the floating display area, will protrude forward. As a result, at least a portion of the 3D AR image displayed in the second screen area 841 can be displayed off-center from the inner space of the housing 801.

[0303] on the other hand, Figure 13 (c) is an example in which the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 is rotated counterclockwise by a constant angle from its base position, thereby further reducing the angle between the display 810 and the 3D plate.

[0304] Thus, if the angle formed by the display 810 and the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 decreases, the position of the second screen area 841 formed by the second reflection module 840, i.e., the floating display area, is shifted rearward. Consequently, the 3D AR image displayed in the second screen area 841 can be displayed further inside the inner space of the housing 801.

[0305] Figure 13 (d) illustrates the shape in which the 3D AR image 1301 displayed in the second screen area, i.e., the floating display area 841, moves along the front-to-back direction 1302 within the inner space of the housing 801, according to the rotation of the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840. At this time, the graphic displayed in the first screen area, i.e., the prism display area, formed by the first reflection module 820, continues to be displayed on the same plane.

[0306] As described above, the movement of the 3D AR image caused by the change in position of the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 can be performed based on various conditions.

[0307] In one embodiment, the processor 850 of the vehicle display device 800 can adjust the rotation of the second reflection module 840 to change the position of the second screen area based on the occupant's field of view information (e.g., eye box / eye level) received from the vehicle 100 by the vehicle 100's IMS (interior view camera) or DMS (dual view camera) sensors. To this end, the processor 850 calculates refraction, curvature, and light path that match the occupant's field of view information sensed by the IMS / DMS sensors, thereby enabling adjustment of the 3D plate position of the second reflection module 840 when the display 810 is driven.

[0308] Additionally, in this embodiment, the processor 850 of the vehicle display device 800 can drive the first screen area and the second screen area formed by the first reflection module 820 and the second reflection module 840 in an active state when the display 810 is driven. Then, the processor 850 can adjust the rotation of the second reflection module 840 to adaptively change the position of the floating display area based on the movement of the first graphic image displayed as a real image in the first screen area 821, i.e., the prism display area, and the second graphic image displayed as a virtual image in the second screen area 841, i.e., the floating display area.

[0309] For example, in the case of 3D content type implemented as a 3D AR image that moves back and forth in a floating display area, the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 can rotate to correspond to this movement mode. Thus, as... Figure 13 As shown in (d), the 3D virtual (AR) image can move back and forth relative to the recessed inner space of the housing 801. For this purpose, the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 can be driven to rotate according to a preset pattern for each element.

[0310] Additionally, for example, when the 3D (AR) virtual image is displayed prominently towards the driver, the position can be changed in the direction that the angle between the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 and the display 810 increases. Similarly, when the 3D virtual (AR) image is displayed inwardly towards the inside of the housing 801, the position can be changed in the direction that the angle between the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 and the display 810 decreases. As an example, to achieve a magnified / reduced effect on the 3D virtual (AR) image, the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 can be rotated clockwise / counterclockwise. Alternatively, the 3D plate of the second reflection module 840 can remain fixed while the housing, including the encapsulation, rotates in a specific direction, thereby achieving the same / similar effect.

[0311] On the other hand, the aforementioned package can be configured to rotate with the dashboard of the vehicle 100. In this case, corresponding to the rotation of the package, the recessed inner space of the cover 801 can be exposed or concealed. As another example, a front cover for concealing the recessed inner space of the cover 801 may also be provided.

[0312] The following describes a vehicle display device that utilizes different types of displays to provide combined content, using a single display module.

[0313] Figure 14 This is a diagram illustrating an example of a vehicle display device according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0314] in addition, Figures 15 to 17 This is an example conceptual diagram illustrating the operation of a vehicle display device including a floating display area and a variable display area according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0315] First, refer to Figure 14 In another embodiment, the vehicle display device can be implemented as a structure including an inner space recessed inward by a cover 801, and a display 810 can be arranged in the entire recessed inner space.

[0316] The front cover 802 of the cover 801 is implemented such that the inner space of the cover 801 is covered as the upper and lower frames move closer to each other, and the inner space of the cover 801 is exposed to the outside as the upper and lower frames move further apart from each other.

[0317] When the display 810 is driven, the graphic emitted by the display 810 can be reflected by the reflector and the 3D plate, thereby forming a floating display area on the same line as the front cover 802 of the housing 801. For this purpose, a reflection module may be included, which is configured to be combined with the display 810 adjacent to the display 810, and the graphic emitted from the display 810 is reflected by the reflection module to form a virtual screen area within the inner space. Figure 15 A floating display area 1520 is shown, in which a graphic that emits light in a portion of the display 810 is reflected up and down to form a floating 3D virtual (AR) image.

[0318] On the other hand, such as Figure 16 As shown, in the vehicle display device, a specific area 1540 of the display 810 can be bent outwards. At this time, the specific area 1540 can be the central area of ​​the display 810 corresponding to the CID area of ​​the vehicle 100.

[0319] To drive a specific outwardly curved area 1540, a drive module may be included on the back side of a region of the display 810, the drive module being configured to bend a portion of the display 810 outward to form a deformable display area. In this case, a processor integrated into the back side of the housing 801 transmits control signals to the drive module, thereby enabling the drive module to bend the specific area 1540 outward or inward.

[0320] Figure 17 An example is shown where the left and right sides of the display 810 are implemented as floating display areas, and the central area is implemented as a deformable display area that curves outward.

[0321] In the structure of this vehicle display device, the processor can control the action of at least one of the "reflection module" that forms the floating area and the "driving module" that forms the deformable display area according to the set conditions when the display 810 is driven, thereby changing whether the floating screen area and the deformable display area are activated or not.

[0322] For example, if the deformable display area is inactive, the floating area and the deformable display area can be displayed on different surfaces. That is, the central area of ​​the display 810 can display graphic images in a recessed state.

[0323] Additionally, for example, if the deformable display area is active, the floating area and the deformable display area can be displayed on the same surface.

[0324] Additionally, for example, in the active state of the deformable display area, such as Figure 17 As shown, even when the deformable display area 1540 bends outward, it can still display graphic images 1701 on surfaces different from the first floating area 1520a and the second floating area 1520b on the left and right sides of the display. This is to allow the user to easily operate the deformable display area 1540 without changing their posture.

[0325] The outwardly curved deformable display area 1540 is bent inward and can return to the initial state of the display 810 if no user input or vehicle 100 start is turned off during a constant time period.

[0326] As described above, the vehicle display device and its operation method according to embodiments of the present invention can selectively or simultaneously execute a plurality of display modes that are different from each other by a single display module. For example, real images and virtual images can be selectively or simultaneously displayed by a single display. In addition, by changing the position of the floating 3D virtual image according to the type of content or movement, the graphic image can be displayed to match the user's field of vision, thereby maximizing the sense of immersion and floating effect.

[0327] The aforementioned invention can be implemented using computer-readable code stored in a medium containing a program. Computer-readable media include all types of storage devices storing data that can be read by a computer system. Examples of computer-readable media include HDDs (Hard Disk Drives), SSDs (Solid State Disks), SDDs (Silicon Disk Drives), ROMs, RAMs, CD-ROMs, magnetic tapes, floppy disks, optical data storage devices, etc., and can also be implemented in the form of a carrier wave (e.g., internet-based transmission). Furthermore, the computer may also include a processor for the vehicle display device 800. Therefore, the detailed description above should not be construed as limiting in all respects, but rather as exemplary. The scope of this specification should be determined by a reasonable interpretation of the appended claims, and all modifications within the equivalent scope of this specification should fall within the scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A vehicle display device, wherein, include: The cover has a recessed inner space inside; A display is disposed on one side of the interior space of the enclosure; A first reflection module is configured to be combined with one side of the display in the inner space, so that a pattern emitting light from a first area of ​​the display is refracted and forms a first screen area. The second reflection module is configured to combine with one side of the first reflection module in the inner space, so that the graphic emitted from the second area of ​​the display is reflected and forms a second screen area. as well as A processor, configured on the other side of the internal space, is electrically connected to the display, the first reflection module, and the second reflection module, and controls the operation of each of the display, the first reflection module, and the second reflection module; When the display is driven, the processor controls the action of at least one of the first reflection module and the second reflection module according to the set conditions, thereby changing whether the first screen area and the second screen area are activated or not.

2. The vehicle display device according to claim 1, wherein, The first screen area is a prism area; The second screen area is an AR floating area connected to the first screen area and displaying virtual images, i.e., AR images, in the inner space.

3. The vehicle display device according to claim 2, wherein, The set conditions are related to the vehicle's driving status; The processor receives information related to the vehicle's driving status from the vehicle, and based on the received information, activates the first reflection module to display the driving status in the prism area during the period when the vehicle is in a first driving state. If the vehicle changes to a second driving state based on the received information, the processor controls the first reflection module and the second reflection module to activate both of them, thereby displaying the driving status together in the prism area and the AR floating area.

4. The vehicle display device according to claim 3, wherein, The processor controls the process to activate the second reflection module to display a virtual image in the second screen area and display a graphic object related to the virtual image in the first screen area during the third driving state of the vehicle, based on the received information.

5. The vehicle display device according to claim 1, wherein, The display is disposed on the upper inner side of the inner space of the enclosure, with the front of the display facing the ground and having an incline that is not parallel to the ground.

6. The vehicle display device according to claim 1, wherein, The first reflective module includes a prism disposed on the upper part of the first reflective module to extend into a first area of ​​the display; The second reflection module includes a 3D plate configured to extend from one side of the prism and face a second region of the display. The processor is controlled as follows: When the first reflection module is activated, the prism refracts linearly polarized light corresponding to the pattern of the first region to form the first screen region. When the second reflection module is activated, the 3D board reflects linearly polarized light corresponding to the pattern in the second region to form the second screen area for displaying 3D virtual images.

7. The vehicle display device according to claim 6, wherein, The first screen region is formed to extend above the second screen region into the first region of the display; The second screen area is formed below the first screen area, and the AR content displayed in the second screen area is formed within or off the inner space of the cover.

8. The vehicle display device according to claim 6, wherein, Also includes: UTG board, attached to the back of the 3D board; as well as A light-absorbing plate, adjacent to the 3D plate, absorbs linearly polarized light that is not reflected by the 3D plate.

9. The vehicle display device according to claim 1, wherein, The first reflective module is fixed adjacent to the first area of ​​the display; The second reflective module is fixed adjacent to the first reflective module on one side. The distance between the second reflective module and the display increases from one side to the other, and the angle between the second reflective module and the opposite display can be changed. The processor is located on the back side of the inner space of the cover and adjusts the rotation of the second reflective module to change the angle between the second reflective module and the display.

10. The vehicle display device according to claim 9, wherein, The processor controls the position of the second screen area displaying AR content to move back and forth relative to the inner space of the cover, based on the change in the included angle caused by adjusting the rotation of the second reflection module.

11. The vehicle display device according to claim 10, wherein, The processor adjusts the rotation of the second reflective module based on the occupant's field of vision information sensed by the vehicle's IMS sensors, thereby changing the position of the second screen area.

12. The vehicle display device according to claim 11, wherein, The processor displays a first graphic image in the first screen area via the first reflection module; The processor adjusts the rotation of the second reflection module according to the movement of the virtual second graphic image displayed in the first screen area through the second reflection module, so as to adaptively change the position of the second screen area.

13. The vehicle display device according to claim 1, wherein, The cover is formed as a recessed inner space that can rotate; The vehicle display device also includes a front cover that is actuated depending on whether the display is driven to either conceal or expose the recessed interior space.

14. A vehicle display device, wherein, include: The cover has a recessed inner space inside; A display is disposed within the interior space of the enclosure; A reflection module, adjacent to the display, is configured to reflect graphics emitted from the display and form a virtual screen area within the inner space; A driving module is disposed on the back side of a region of the display, a portion of the display being bent outward to form a deformable display area; as well as The processor is electrically connected to the display, the reflection module, and the driving module, and controls the operation of each of the display, the reflection module, and the driving module. When the display is driven, the processor controls the action of at least one of the reflection module and the driving module according to the set conditions, thereby changing whether the virtual screen area and the deformable display area are activated or not.

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