System and method for connecting a mobile control unit to a vehicle control unit

The integration of a user's mobile control unit into an autonomous vehicle's system using NFC and encryption addresses the challenge of unfamiliar control layouts, ensuring secure and intuitive operation for enhanced safety.

DE102024120274A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-01-22DR ING H C F PORSCHE AG
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Application Number
DE102024120274
Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-18
Publication Date
2026-01-22

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Users of autonomous vehicles may struggle to adapt to unfamiliar control layouts, particularly those accustomed to gaming controllers, leading to potential safety issues in critical driving situations.

Method used

A system and method for integrating a user's individual mobile control unit, such as a gaming controller, into the vehicle's control system using near-field communication (NFC) and encryption, ensuring secure and intuitive operation through authentication and authorization.

Benefits of technology

Enhances user-friendliness and safety by allowing users to operate familiar controls, minimizing unauthorized access, and enabling quick intervention in critical situations.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a system for connecting a mobile control unit to a vehicle control unit of a vehicle with automated driving functions for controlling, in particular, the steering of the vehicle; wherein the mobile control unit comprises operating elements, in particular in the form of buttons, a joystick and / or a controller touchscreen; wherein the vehicle control unit comprises an interface for the integration of external operating elements such as mobile control units; wherein the interface is wired or wireless to enable a flexible and versatile connection with an external operating element; wherein the vehicle has a communication module for near-field communication with the mobile control unit; wherein the mobile control unit is configured to send at least one identification code to the communication module;wherein the communication module is configured to verify whether the identification code is authentic and authorized, and, if the identification code is successfully authenticated and authorized, to release the control unit; and wherein the vehicle control unit is configured to integrate the mobile control unit so that it is functional for manual user operation.
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