Evaluation output method for test drive vehicles

Abstract

Improve information utilization technology during test drives. [Solution] An evaluation output method for a test vehicle executed by an information processing device, comprising: acquiring user data and vehicle data relating to a user test driving the vehicle; generating evaluation information for the vehicle from the user based on the user data and vehicle data; and outputting the evaluation information.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to an information processing apparatus.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, it has been disclosed to identify a function that attracts the interest of a user among the functions of a moving object during a test ride and provide information thereon to the user of the moving object during the test ride (for example, Patent Document 1).

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] In the technology of Patent Document 1, information on a specific function that attracts the interest of a test rider is provided based on the emotion of the test rider estimated by an emotion engine and the behavior of the test rider among the functions of the vehicle. As the emotion engine, machine learning or the like can be used. However, no consideration has been given to presenting information regarding the evaluation of the user during the test ride with respect to the specific function. Thus, there has been room for improvement in the information utilization technology during the test ride.

[0005] An object of the present disclosure made in view of such circumstances is to improve the information utilization technology during a test ride.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] An evaluation output method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure for a test vehicle includes an evaluation output method for a test vehicle executed by an information processing apparatus, acquiring user data related to a user during a test ride on a vehicle and vehicle data, Based on the user data and the vehicle data, the system generates evaluation information of the user regarding the vehicle. Outputting the aforementioned evaluation information, Includes. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] According to one embodiment of this disclosure, information utilization technology during a test drive is improved. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0008] [Figure 1] This block diagram shows a schematic configuration of a system according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. [Figure 2] This is a flowchart showing the operation of an information processing device. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0009] The embodiments of this disclosure will be described below.

[0010] (Summary of the embodiment) Referring to Figure 1, an overview of the technology according to the embodiment of this disclosure will be described. The technology according to the embodiment of this disclosure comprises a vehicle 1 and an information processing device 10 mounted on the vehicle 1. The vehicle 1 is, for example, an automobile, but is not limited to any vehicle. The automobile is, for example, a gasoline automobile, an electric vehicle (EV), a hybrid vehicle (HV), a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV), or a fuel cell vehicle (FCV), but is not limited to these. The information processing device 10 may be, for example, a general-purpose electronic device such as a personal computer, a smartphone, a tablet terminal, or a wearable terminal, or a dedicated electronic device. Alternatively, a dedicated in-vehicle device such as a drive recorder can be used as the information processing device 10.

[0011] First, an overview of this embodiment will be described, and details will be described later. The information processing device 10 acquires user data and vehicle data relating to a user who is test driving the vehicle 1. The information processing device 10 also generates evaluation information of the user regarding the vehicle 1 based on the user data and vehicle data. The information processing device 10 also outputs the above evaluation information.

[0012] Thus, according to this embodiment, evaluation information of the user's vehicle can be automatically generated and output based on user data and vehicle data related to the user during the test drive. This evaluation information of the user during the test drive can be used for vehicle sales and vehicle development, thus improving the information utilization technology during test drives.

[0013] Next, we will describe in detail each component of the information processing device 10.

[0014] As shown in Figure 1, the information processing device 10 comprises a control unit 11, a storage unit 12, an input unit 13, an output unit 14, and a communication unit 15. The control unit 11 includes at least one processor. The processor is a general-purpose processor such as a CPU, or a dedicated processor specialized for specific processing. The control unit 11 controls each part of the information processing device 10 and executes processing related to the operation of the information processing device 10. The storage unit 12 includes at least one semiconductor memory, etc. The semiconductor memory is, for example, RAM or ROM. The storage unit 12 functions, for example, as a main memory or auxiliary memory. The storage unit 12 stores data used in the operation of the information processing device 10 and data obtained by the operation of the information processing device 10. The input unit 13 includes at least one input interface. The input interface may be, for example, a physical key, a touchscreen, a sound sensor that accepts voice input, or a camera that accepts gesture input. The input unit 13 accepts operations to input data used in the operation of the information processing device 10. The output unit 14 includes at least one output interface. The output interface is, for example, a display that outputs information as video, or a speaker that outputs information as audio. The output unit 14 outputs data obtained by the operation of the information processing device 10. The communication unit 15 includes at least one external communication interface. The communication interface may be either a wired communication interface or a wireless communication interface. In the case of wired communication, the communication interface is, for example, a LAN or USB. In the case of wireless communication, the communication interface is, for example, an interface compatible with a mobile communication standard such as 5G, or an interface compatible with short-range wireless communication. The communication unit 15 receives data used in the operation of the information processing device 10 and transmits data obtained by the operation of the information processing device 10.

[0015] The functions of the information processing device 10 are realized by executing a program according to this embodiment on a processor corresponding to the control unit 11. In other words, the functions of the information processing device 10 are realized by software. The program causes the computer to function as the information processing device 10 by having the computer execute the operations of the information processing device 10. In other words, the computer functions as the information processing device 10 by executing the operations of the information processing device 10 according to the program. In this embodiment, the program can be recorded on a recording medium that can be read by a computer. The recording medium that can be read by a computer includes non-temporary computer-readable media, such as a magnetic recording device or semiconductor memory. The program can be distributed, for example, by selling, transferring, or lending a portable recording medium such as a DVD on which the program is recorded. Alternatively, the program can be distributed by storing the program in the storage of an external server and transmitting the program from the external server to another computer. The program can also be provided as a program product. Some or all of the functions of the information processing device 10 may be realized by a dedicated circuit corresponding to the control unit 11. In other words, some or all of the functions of the information processing device 10 may be realized by hardware.

[0016] Referring to Figure 2, the operation of the information processing device 10 according to this embodiment will be described.

[0017] First, the control unit 11 of the information processing device 10 acquires user data and vehicle data relating to a user test-driving the vehicle 1 (step S10). The user data relating to a user test-driving the vehicle 1 includes at least one of the user's audio data and video data during the test drive. The vehicle data includes CAN data. Any method can be used for acquiring user data and vehicle data. For example, the control unit 11 may acquire user data and vehicle data from an external device via the communication unit 15 and the network 30. Alternatively, the control unit 11 may acquire user data and vehicle data via the input unit 13.

[0018] Next, the control unit 11 generates evaluation information of the user with respect to the vehicle 1 based on the user data and the vehicle data acquired in step S10 (step S20). Any method can be adopted for such generation processing. For example, the control unit 11 can perform sentiment analysis of the user based on the user data and estimate a positive, negative, or neutral evaluation from the user's reaction during the test drive. More specifically, the control unit 11 can estimate a positive, negative, or neutral evaluation from the user's reaction during the test drive based on the user's voice data and video data. Also, by comparing the data on the behavior, performance, etc. of the vehicle during the test drive obtained from the vehicle data with the user's reaction, the control unit 11 can also generate an overall evaluation of the vehicle 1.

[0019] Subsequently, the control unit 11 outputs the evaluation information generated in step S20 (step S30). Any method can be adopted for the output processing. For example, the control unit 11 may output the determination result through the user interface displayed and output by the output unit 14. Alternatively, the control unit 11 may transmit data to an external device via the communication unit 15, and the external device may output the determination result through the user interface displayed and output.

[0020] As described above, the information processing apparatus 10 according to the present embodiment can automatically generate and output evaluation information of the user with respect to the vehicle 1 based on the user data and the vehicle data related to the user during the test drive, and the information utilization technology during the test drive is improved in that the evaluation information of the user with respect to the vehicle during the test drive can be utilized for vehicle sales and vehicle development.

[0021] Although the present disclosure has been described based on the drawings and examples, it should be noted that those skilled in the art may make various modifications and alterations based on the present disclosure. Therefore, it should be noted that these modifications and alterations are included in the scope of the present disclosure. For example, the functions, etc. included in each component or each step, etc. can be rearranged so as not to be logically contradictory, and it is possible to combine or divide a plurality of components or steps, etc. into one.

[0022] For example, the control unit 11 of the information processing apparatus 10 may statistically process evaluation information of a plurality of users with respect to vehicles, generate comprehensive evaluation information of the vehicles, and output the comprehensive evaluation information. The comprehensive evaluation information may include information such as the demands and improvement points of the vehicles. Thereby, it is possible to utilize the comprehensive evaluation information of the users with respect to the vehicles during test drives for vehicle sales and vehicle development.

[0023] Also, for example, the control unit 11 of the information processing apparatus 10 may acquire environmental information, and the evaluation information may be generated based on the environmental information as well. The environmental information may include position information, time, weather information (temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind speed, wind direction, atmospheric pressure, etc.), and road surface information. Any method can be adopted for the acquisition process of the environmental information. For example, the control unit 11 may acquire environmental information from an external device or the like via the communication unit 15 and the network 30. Also, for example, the control unit 11 may acquire environmental information via the input unit 13. By generating the evaluation information based on the environmental information as well, it is possible to consider the influence of specific external conditions experienced by the user during the test drive on the evaluation of the vehicle 1. For example, the evaluation of the vehicle 1, such as the handling performance in bad weather or the stability of the vehicle 1 in the road surface condition, can more accurately reflect the performance under different conditions. Thereby, at the time of vehicle development, market launch, etc., it is possible to provide evaluations corresponding to more diverse usage environments and obtain feedback in line with the actual driving situation of the user.

[0024] For example, the control unit 11 of the information processing device 10 may determine the user's driving characteristics based on user data and vehicle data. Any method can be used for the determination process. For example, the control unit 11 can determine whether the user is safety-oriented, sporty, or prioritizes fuel efficiency by analyzing the user's acceleration, braking, steering, speed maintenance tendencies, and reactions to surrounding traffic conditions. The control unit 11 can also determine more detailed driving characteristics by comparing this data with the vehicle's behavior. Furthermore, the control unit 11 may suggest vehicles, vehicle options, etc., suitable for the user based on the determined driving characteristics. Specifically, for a user whose sporty driving characteristics have been determined, the control unit 11 may suggest options such as a sports-type vehicle, high-performance suspension, and brake system. For example, for a user who prefers eco-driving, the control unit 11 may suggest a fuel-efficient hybrid vehicle and eco-driving support functions. In this way, customization according to the user's driving style becomes possible, and more personalized choices can be provided in vehicle purchase and use.

[0025] Furthermore, in the embodiment described above, it is also possible to have an embodiment in which the configuration and operation of the information processing device 10 are distributed among multiple computers that can communicate with each other. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0026] 1: Vehicle, 10: Information processing device, 11: Control unit, 12: Storage unit, 13: Input unit, 14: Output unit, 15: Communication unit

Claims

1. An evaluation output method for a test vehicle executed by an information processing device, To acquire user data and vehicle data related to users test-driving the vehicle, Based on the user data and the vehicle data, the system generates evaluation information of the user regarding the vehicle. Outputting the aforementioned evaluation information, A method for outputting evaluation results related to test vehicles, including the above.

2. An evaluation output method relating to a test vehicle as described in claim 1, An evaluation output method relating to a test vehicle, wherein the user data includes at least one of the user's audio data and video data during the test drive.

3. An evaluation output method relating to a test vehicle as described in claim 1, The aforementioned vehicle data includes CAN data and is an evaluation output method related to a test vehicle.

4. An evaluation output method relating to a test vehicle as described in claim 1, further, A method for outputting evaluations related to a test drive vehicle, which includes statistically processing evaluation information of the vehicle from multiple users and outputting overall evaluation information for the vehicle.

5. An evaluation output method relating to a test vehicle as described in claim 1, further, This includes obtaining environmental information, The evaluation information is generated based on the environmental information, and is an evaluation output method for a test vehicle.

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