Mobile object, information processing device, and information processing system

Abstract

The present technology relates to a mobile object, an information processing device, and an information processing system that make it possible to improve the convenience for a user using a mobile object. The mobile object, which is capable of moving within a commercial facility while carrying a user, is provided with: a communication unit for communicating with an information processing device in the commercial facility; and an output control unit for controlling the output of presentation information presented by the information processing device. The present technology can be applied to, for example, personal mobility.

Description

Mobile object, information processing device, and information processing system

[0001] The present technology relates to a mobile object, an information processing device, and an information processing system, and more particularly to a mobile object, an information processing device, and an information processing system that are configured to improve user convenience.

[0002] In recent years, personal mobility vehicles, which are smaller than conventional passenger cars and are intended for use by one to three people, have been increasingly developed and popularized (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

[0003] International Publication No. 2020-012801

[0004] Personal mobility vehicles are more maneuverable than passenger cars, and are therefore expected to improve user convenience by being used in applications that are difficult for passenger cars to use, for example.

[0005] The present technology has been made in view of such circumstances, and aims to improve convenience for users who use moving bodies such as personal mobility.

[0006] A mobile body according to a first aspect of the present technology is capable of moving within a commercial facility while carrying a user, and is equipped with a communication unit that communicates with an information processing device within the commercial facility, and an output control unit that controls the output of presentation information presented by the information processing device.

[0007] An information processing device according to a second aspect of the present technology includes a communication unit that communicates with a mobile object that can move within a commercial facility while carrying a user, and a presentation control unit that controls presentation of information to the user.

[0008] An information processing system according to a third aspect of the present technology includes an information processing device and a mobile body capable of moving within a commercial facility with a user on board, the information processing device including a first communication unit that communicates with the mobile body and a presentation control unit that controls the presentation of information to the user, and the mobile body including, within the commercial facility, a second communication unit that communicates with the information processing device and an output control unit that controls the output of presentation information presented by the information processing device.

[0009] In a first aspect of the present technology, communication is performed with an information processing device in a commercial facility, and output of presentation information presented by the information processing device is controlled.

[0010] In a second aspect of the present technology, communication is performed with a mobile object that can move within a commercial facility while carrying a user, and presentation of information to the user is controlled.

[0011] In a third aspect of the present technology, an information processing device communicates with a mobile body that can move within a commercial facility while carrying a user, and controls the presentation of information to the user, and the mobile body communicates with the information processing device within the commercial facility, and controls the output of presentation information presented by the information processing device.

[0012] 15 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of an information processing system to which the present technology is applied. FIG. 16 is a schematic diagram showing a configuration example of the exterior of a first embodiment of a mobile body. FIG. 17 is a schematic diagram showing a configuration example of the exterior of a second embodiment of a mobile body. FIG. 18 is a schematic diagram showing a configuration example of the exterior of a third embodiment of a mobile body. FIG. 19 is a schematic diagram showing a configuration example of the exterior of a fourth embodiment of a mobile body. FIG. 19 is a schematic diagram showing a configuration example of the exterior of a fifth embodiment of a mobile body. FIG. 19 is a schematic diagram showing a configuration example of the exterior of a fifth embodiment of a mobile body. FIG. 19 is a schematic diagram showing a configuration example of the interior of a front portion of a fifth embodiment of a mobile body. FIG. 20 is a schematic diagram showing a configuration example of the interior of a rear portion of a fifth embodiment of a mobile body. FIG. 21 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of the functions of a mobile body. FIG. 22 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of an information processing unit implemented by a processor of a mobile body. FIG. 23 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of the functions of an information processing device. FIG. 24 is a diagram for explaining an example of use of the present technology in a commercial facility. FIG. 25 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of an information processing system in a commercial facility. FIG. 26 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of an information processing unit implemented by a processor of the server of FIG. 25. FIG. 26 is a flowchart for explaining processing of the information processing system of FIG. 25. FIG. 10 is a diagram for explaining an example of use of the present technology in another vehicle. FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining an example of use of the present technology in another vehicle. FIG. 12 is a diagram for explaining an example of use of the present technology in another vehicle. FIG. 13 is a diagram for explaining an example of use of the present technology in a residence. FIG. 14 is a diagram for explaining an example of use of the present technology in a residence. FIG. 15 is a diagram for explaining an example of use of the present technology in an office. FIG. 16 is a diagram for explaining an example of use of the present technology in an event. FIG. 17 is a diagram for explaining an example of display on a moving object of the present technology.

[0013] Hereinafter, embodiments for carrying out the present technology will be described. The description will be made in the following order: 1. Embodiment 2. Use example of the present technology 3. Modification 4. Other

[0014] <<1. Embodiment>> First, an embodiment of the present technology will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 13 .

[0015] <Configuration Example of Information Processing System 1> FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an embodiment of an information processing system 1 to which the present technology is applied.

[0016] The information processing system 1 is a system that provides various services using mobile units 11-1 to 11-m.

[0017] The information processing system 1 includes mobile units 11-1 to 11-m, information processing terminals 12-1 to 12-m, and servers 13-1 to 13-n.

[0018] Mobile units 11-1 to 11-m, information processing terminals 12-1 to 12-m, and servers 13-1 to 13-n can communicate with each other via network 21. Mobile units 11-1 to 11-m and information processing terminals 12-1 to 12-m can communicate directly with each other without going through network 21.

[0019] In the following, when there is no need to individually distinguish between mobile units 11-1 to 11-m, information processing terminals 12-1 to 12-m, and servers 13-1 to 13-n, they will be simply referred to as mobile unit 11, information processing terminal 12, and server 13, respectively.

[0020] The mobile object 11 is, for example, a personal mobility object. A personal mobility object is, for example, a mobile object that is smaller than a conventional passenger car and is expected to be used by one to three people (for example, one adult, or one adult and one to two children). Specifically, small electric vehicles that move at low speeds, such as electric bicycles, electrically assisted bicycles, electric kick scooters, electric wheelchairs, and electric carts, are expected as personal mobility objects.

[0021] The information processing terminal 12 is an information processing terminal carried by a user who uses the mobile object 11. For example, the information processing terminal 12 is configured by a PC (Personal Computer), a tablet terminal, a smartphone, a mobile phone, or the like.

[0022] Note that one user may own two or more information processing terminals 12 .

[0023] The server 13 controls the information processing system 1 and executes processes for providing various services to the mobile object 11 and the information processing terminal 12 .

[0024] <Configuration Example of Mobile Object 11> Next, a configuration example of the mobile object 11 will be described with reference to FIGS.

[0025] First Embodiment of Mobile Body 11 FIG. 2 shows an example of the external configuration of a mobile body 11a that is a first embodiment of the mobile body 11. As shown in FIG.

[0026] The mobile unit 11a is an electric tricycle with two front wheels and one rear wheel. The mobile unit 11a corresponds to, for example, a specific small motorized bicycle.

[0027] A specified small motorized bicycle is a vehicle that meets the following criteria, for example.

[0028] - The vehicle body length is 190 cm or less, and the width is 60 cm or less. - The prime mover is an electric motor with a rated output of 0.60 kW or less. - The maximum speed is 20 km / h or less. - The maximum speed setting cannot be changed while traveling. - Equipped with an automatic transmission mechanism. - Equipped with a maximum speed indicator light.

[0029] The mobile body 11a includes a left front wheel 101FL, a right front wheel 101FR, a rear wheel 101B, a frame portion 102, and a canopy 103. The mobile body 11a also includes a battery storage portion (not shown) provided at an appropriate position, and a portable battery can be attached and detached to the battery storage portion.

[0030] Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the left front wheel 101FL and the right front wheel 101FR, they will simply be referred to as the front wheels 101F. Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the left front wheel 101FL, the right front wheel 101FR, and the rear wheel 101B, they will simply be referred to as the wheels 101.

[0031] Each part of the moving body 11a is made of a material having a certain strength, such as metal or resin.

[0032] The frame portion 102 is composed of a front frame portion 102F to which the front wheel 101F is connected, and a rear frame portion 202B to which the rear wheel 101B is connected.

[0033] The overall width of the moving body 11a (the length between the left front wheel 101FL and the right front wheel 101FR) is, for example, 60 cm or less. The overall length of the moving body 11a (the length from the tip of the front wheel 101F to the rear end of the rear wheel 101B) is, for example, 190 cm or less when the frame part 102 is at its longest, and 160 cm or less when the frame part 102 is at its shortest.

[0034] The frame portion 102 can be extended or retracted by, for example, moving the front frame portion 102F and the rear frame portion 102B relative to each other. For example, the entire frame portion 102 contracts when the rear frame portion 102B approaches the front frame portion 102F, and the entire frame portion 102 expands when the rear frame portion 102B moves away from the front frame portion 102F. More specifically, the frame portion 102 can be extended or retracted without separation between a first position that allows movement of the front wheel 101F and a second position that restricts movement of the front wheel 101F.

[0035] When the frame portion 102 is set to the first position, the length of the frame portion 102 is at its longest, in other words, the overall length of the movable body 11a is at its longest. The movable body 11a is used in this state.

[0036] When the frame portion 102 is set to the second position, the length of the frame portion 102 is at its shortest, in other words, the overall length of the moving body 11a is at its shortest. In this state, the moving body 11a is parked.

[0037] The front frame portion 102F includes an operating unit 111 and a seat 112. The operating unit 111 includes, for example, a handle, a brake lever, etc. A user sits in the seat 112 and uses the operating unit 111 to drive the vehicle 11a.

[0038] A canopy 103 is formed above the front frame portion 102F. The canopy 103 covers the front, top, rear, and part of the sides of the vehicle 11a. This allows the user to protect from wind and rain and ensure a personal space that is almost completely shielded from the outside.

[0039] For example, an image (moving image or still image) may be displayed in the user's field of view on the front side of the canopy 103 using a HUD (head-up display) or the like.

[0040] A motor is disposed on the rear frame portion 102B, and the driving force of the motor rotates the rear wheel 101B, causing the moving body 11a to move.

[0041] The mobile unit 11a provides the user with a personal mobile space (cell space) that is almost isolated from the outside world. In addition, for example, the user can communicate with the outside world while being isolated from the outside world by using a communication device or the like provided in the mobile unit 11a.

[0042] Second Embodiment of Mobile Body 11 FIG. 3 shows an example of the external configuration of a mobile body 11b that is a second embodiment of the mobile body 11. As shown in FIG.

[0043] In the figure, parts corresponding to the moving body 11a in FIG. 2 are given the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted as appropriate.

[0044] The mobile body 11b is identical to the mobile body 11a in that it has a left front wheel 101FL, a right front wheel 101FR, a rear wheel 101B, and a frame portion 102, but differs from the mobile body 11a in that it has a face shield 121 instead of the canopy 103.

[0045] The face shield 121 is formed to cover the front of the user's head, thereby providing protection from wind and rain and allowing the user to secure a personal space that is almost completely shielded from the outside.

[0046] For example, an image (moving image or still image) may be displayed in the user's field of view on the front of the face shield 121 using a HUD or the like.

[0047] The mobile unit 11b provides the user with a personal mobile space (cell space) that is almost isolated from the outside world. In addition, for example, the user can communicate with the outside world while being isolated from the outside world by using a communication device or the like installed in the mobile unit 11b.

[0048] <Third Embodiment of Mobile Body 11> FIG. 4 shows an example of the external configuration of a mobile body 11c that is a third embodiment of the mobile body 11. As shown in FIG.

[0049] The mobile unit 11c is an electric four-wheel vehicle having two front wheels and two rear wheels, and corresponds to, for example, a specific small motorized bicycle.

[0050] The mobile unit 11c includes a left front wheel 151FL, a right front wheel 151FR, a left rear wheel 151BL, a right rear wheel 151BR, a frame portion 152, and a canopy 153. The mobile unit 11c also includes a battery storage portion (not shown) provided at an appropriate position, and a portable battery can be attached and detached to the battery storage portion.

[0051] Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the left front wheel 151FL and the right front wheel 151FR, they will simply be referred to as the front wheel 151F. Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the left rear wheel 151BL and the right rear wheel 151BR, they will simply be referred to as the rear wheel 151B. Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the left front wheel 151FL, the right front wheel 151FR, the left rear wheel 151BL, and the right rear wheel 151BR, they will simply be referred to as the wheels 151.

[0052] Each part of the moving body 11c is made of a material having a certain strength, such as metal or resin.

[0053] The frame portion 152 is composed of a front frame portion 152F to which the front wheel 151F is connected, and a rear frame portion 152B to which the rear wheel 151B is connected.

[0054] The overall width of the moving body 11c (the length between the left front wheel 151FL and the right front wheel 151FR) is, for example, 60 cm or less. The overall length of the moving body 11c (the length from the tip of the front wheel 151F to the rear end of the rear wheel 151B) is, for example, 190 cm or less when the frame part 152 is at its longest, and 160 cm or less when the frame part 152 is at its shortest.

[0055] The frame portion 152 is extendable and contractable, for example, by moving the front frame portion 152F and the rear frame portion 152B relative to each other. For example, the entire frame portion 152 contracts when the rear frame portion 152B approaches the front frame portion 152F, and the entire frame portion 152 expands when the rear frame portion 152B moves away from the front frame portion 152F. More specifically, the frame portion 152 is extendable and contractable without separation between a first position that allows movement of the front wheel 151F and a second position that restricts movement of the front wheel 151F.

[0056] When the frame portion 152 is set to the first position, the length of the frame portion 152 is at its longest, in other words, the overall length of the movable body 11c is at its longest. The movable body 11c is used in this state.

[0057] When the frame portion 152 is set to the second position, the length of the frame portion 152 is at its shortest, in other words, the overall length of the moving body 11c is at its shortest. In this state, the moving body 11c is parked.

[0058] The front frame portion 152F includes an operation unit 161 and a seat 162. The operation unit 161 includes, for example, a handle, a brake lever, or a controller used for operating a game. A user sits in the seat 162 and drives the vehicle 11c using the operation unit 161.

[0059] A canopy 153 is formed above the front frame portion 152F. The canopy 153 covers the front, top, rear, and part of the sides of the vehicle 11c. This allows the user to protect from wind and rain and ensure a personal space that is almost completely shielded from the outside.

[0060] For example, an image (moving image or still image) may be displayed in the user's field of view on the front side of the canopy 153 using a HUD or the like.

[0061] A motor is disposed on the rear frame portion 152B, and the driving force of the motor rotates the rear wheel 151B, causing the moving body 11c to move.

[0062] The mobile unit 11c provides the user with a personal mobile space (cell space) that is almost isolated from the outside world. In addition, for example, the user can communicate with the outside world while being isolated from the outside world by using a communication device or the like provided in the mobile unit 11c.

[0063] <Fourth embodiment of mobile body 11> Next, a configuration example of a mobile body 11d that is a fourth embodiment of the mobile body 11 will be described with reference to Fig. 5 and Fig. 6. Fig. 5 is a right side view of the mobile body 11d. Fig. 6 is a perspective view of the mobile body 11d.

[0064] The mobile unit 11d is an electric tricycle with two front wheels and one rear wheel. The mobile unit 11d corresponds to, for example, a specific small motorized bicycle.

[0065] The mobile unit 11d includes a left front wheel 201FL, a right front wheel 201FR, a rear wheel 201B, a frame portion 202, and a loading platform 203. The mobile unit 11d also includes a battery storage portion (not shown) provided at an appropriate position, and a portable battery can be attached and detached to the battery storage portion.

[0066] Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the left front wheel 201FL and the right front wheel 201FR, they will simply be referred to as the front wheels 201F. Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the left front wheel 201FL, the right front wheel 201FR, and the rear wheel 201B, they will simply be referred to as the wheels 201.

[0067] Each part of the moving body 11d is made of a material having a certain strength, such as metal or resin.

[0068] The frame portion 202 is composed of a front frame portion 202F to which the front wheel 201F is connected, and a rear frame portion 202B to which the rear wheel 201B is connected.

[0069] The overall width of the moving body 11d (the length between the left front wheel 201FL and the right front wheel 201FR) is, for example, 60 cm or less. The overall length of the moving body 11d (the length from the tip of the front wheel 201F to the rear end of the rear wheel 201B) is, for example, 190 cm or less when the frame part 202 is at its longest, and 160 cm or less when the frame part 202 is at its shortest.

[0070] The frame portion 202 can be extended or contracted, for example, by moving the front frame portion 202F and the rear frame portion 202B relative to each other. For example, the entire frame portion 202 contracts when the rear frame portion 202B is brought closer to the front frame portion 202F, and the entire frame portion 202 expands when the rear frame portion 202B is moved away from the front frame portion 202F. More specifically, the frame portion 202 can be extended or contracted without separation between a first position that allows movement of the front wheel 201F and a second position that restricts movement of the front wheel 201F.

[0071] When the frame portion 202 is set to the first position, the length of the frame portion 202 is at its longest, in other words, the overall length of the movable body 11d is at its longest. The movable body 11d is used in this state.

[0072] When the frame portion 202 is set to the second position, the length of the frame portion 202 is at its shortest, in other words, the overall length of the moving body 11d is at its shortest. In this state, the moving body 11d is parked.

[0073] The front frame portion 202F includes an operation unit 211 and a seat 212. The operation unit 211 includes, for example, a handle, a brake lever, etc. A user sits in the seat 212 and uses the operation unit 211 to drive the vehicle 11d.

[0074] For example, a display may be provided in the center (on the axis) of the handle of the operation unit 211.

[0075] A footrest 213L protruding to the left and a footrest 213R protruding to the right are formed near the tip of the rear frame portion 202B. When riding on the vehicle 11d, the user can place their left and right feet on the footrests 213L and 213R.

[0076] A motor is disposed on the rear frame portion 202B, and the driving force of the motor rotates the rear wheel 201B, causing the moving body 11d to move.

[0077] A loading platform 203 is provided on the front frame portion 202F near the tip of the vehicle 11. The loading platform 203 has, for example, a box-like shape with an open top, and can carry various types of luggage. A child's chair may be provided inside the loading platform 203 so that a small child can ride on the loading platform 203.

[0078] <Fifth embodiment of mobile body 11> Next, a configuration example of a mobile body 11e which is a fifth embodiment of the mobile body 11 will be described with reference to Figs. 7 to 10. Fig. 7 is a perspective view schematically showing the mobile body 11e as seen from the diagonal front left. Fig. 8 is a perspective view schematically showing the mobile body 11e as seen from the diagonal rear right. Fig. 9 is a schematic view of the front interior of the mobile body 11e. Fig. 10 is a schematic view of the rear interior of the mobile body 11e.

[0079] The mobile unit 11e is an electric tricycle with one front wheel and two rear wheels. The mobile unit 11e corresponds to, for example, a specific small motorized bicycle.

[0080] The mobile unit 11e includes a front wheel 251F, a left rear wheel 251BL, a right rear wheel 251BR, a frame 252, a body 253, cameras 254F to 254B, a seat 255, a table 256, and a display 257. The mobile unit 11e also includes a battery storage section (not shown) provided at an appropriate position, and a portable battery can be attached and detached to the battery storage section.

[0081] Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the left rear wheel 251BL and the right rear wheel 251BR, they will simply be referred to as the rear wheel 251B. Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the front wheel 251F, the left rear wheel 251BL, and the right rear wheel 251BR, they will simply be referred to as the wheels 251.

[0082] Each part of the moving body 11e is made of a material having a certain strength, such as metal or resin.

[0083] The overall width of the moving body 11d (the length between the left rear wheel 251BL and the right rear wheel 251BR) is, for example, 60 cm or less, and the overall length of the moving body 11d (the length from the tip of the front wheel 251F to the rear end of the rear wheel 251B) is, for example, 190 cm or less.

[0084] The frame portion 252 connects the rear wheel 251B and the body 253. A motor is disposed in the frame portion 252, and the rear wheel 251B rotates by the driving force of the motor, causing the moving body 11e to move.

[0085] The body 253 has a compartment-like shape that forms a riding space that is enclosed from the front, back, top, and bottom, allowing the user to protect from wind and rain and ensure a personal space that is almost completely isolated from the outside.

[0086] A camera 254F is provided on the front surface of the exterior of the body 253. The camera 254F captures an image of the area in front of the moving object 11.

[0087] A camera 254B is provided on the rear surface of the exterior of the body 253. The camera 254B photographs the area behind the moving object 11.

[0088] A camera 254I is provided near the front end of the ceiling inside the body 253. The camera 254I captures images of the interior of the vehicle, including the user inside the vehicle.

[0089] A seat 255 is provided on the inner rear surface of the body 253 .

[0090] A table 256 and a display 257 are provided on the front surface of the inside of the body 253 .

[0091] The table 256 is positioned at a height that matches the height of the seat 255 .

[0092] The display 257 is disposed above the table 256. The display 257 displays, for example, an image of the area ahead of the moving body 11e captured by the camera 254F. The display 257 may be configured as a HUD, and visual information may be superimposed on the scenery seen through the windshield ahead of the moving body 11e within the user's field of vision.

[0093] For example, the user sits in the seat 255 and drives the vehicle 11e using an operation unit (not shown). The operation unit includes, for example, a controller used for operating a game.

[0094] The mobile unit 11e provides the user with a personal mobile space (cell space) that is almost isolated from the outside world. In addition, for example, the user can communicate with the outside world while being isolated from the outside world by using a communication device or the like provided in the mobile unit 11e.

[0095] 11 shows an example of the functional configuration of the mobile object 11. The mobile object 11 includes a processor 311, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 312, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 313, a recording medium 314, a drive unit 315, an input / output interface 316, an input unit 317, an output unit 318, a communication unit 319, a sensor unit 320, a battery 321, and a bus 331. The processor 311, the ROM 312, the RAM 313, the recording medium 314, the drive unit 315, the input / output interface 316, the communication unit 319, the sensor unit 320, and the battery 321 are connected to each other via the bus 331.

[0096] The processor 311 is configured by, for example, one or more processors configured by arithmetic circuits such as an MPU (Micro Processing Unit), various processing circuits, etc. The processor 311 controls the entire mobile object 11.

[0097] The ROM 312 stores, for example, programs used by the processor 311, control data such as calculation parameters, and the like.

[0098] The RAM 313 temporarily stores, for example, programs executed by the processor 311, data used in the processing of the processor 311, and the like.

[0099] The recording medium 314 is configured by a magnetic disk, an optical disk, a magneto-optical disk, a semiconductor memory, etc. The recording medium 314 stores various programs, applications, data, etc. The recording medium 314 may be detachable from the mobile object 11.

[0100] The drive unit 315 includes various devices (or mechanisms) related to the movement of the mobile body 11, such as a power source such as a motor, wheels, a transmission device for transmitting the power generated by the power source to the wheels, and a brake mechanism.

[0101] The input / output interface 316 is connected to, for example, an input unit 317 and an output unit 318. The input / output interface 316 is configured by, for example, a USB terminal, a DVI terminal, an HDMI (registered trademark) terminal, various processing circuits, and the like.

[0102] The input unit 317 includes, for example, various input devices, and is used to drive and operate the mobile object 11, and to input various data, instructions, and the like.

[0103] There is no particular limitation on the type or number of input devices included in the input unit 317. For example, the input unit 317 may include a game controller including directional keys, buttons, and stick-shaped devices, a controller including a steering wheel, a handle, a shift lever, an accelerator pedal, and a brake pedal, a touch panel, buttons, switches, etc. For example, the input unit 317 may include the operation units 111 of the mobile units 11a and 11b, the operation unit 161 of the mobile unit 11c, or the operation unit 211 of the mobile unit 11d.

[0104] The output unit 318 includes various output devices capable of outputting, for example, one or more of visual information, auditory information, and tactile information.

[0105] The type and number of output devices included in the output unit 318 are not particularly limited, and a display device, a speaker, a light-emitting device, a vibration element, etc. may be used as needed. For example, the output unit 318 includes the HUD of the mobile unit 11a, the HUD of the mobile unit 11b, the HUD of the mobile unit 11c, or the display 257 of the mobile unit 11e.

[0106] The communication unit 319 includes one or more communication devices and communicates with other devices in the information processing system 1 using a predetermined communication method, either via the network 21 or without the network 21. Any wired or wireless communication method can be adopted for the communication unit 319. The communication unit 319 may also be compatible with multiple communication methods.

[0107] The sensor unit 320 includes various sensors for detecting the state of the mobile object 11. For example, the sensor unit 320 includes a gyro sensor, an acceleration sensor, an inertial measurement unit (IMU), and a sensor for detecting the number of motor revolutions or the rotation speed of the wheels.

[0108] Furthermore, for example, the sensor unit 320 includes various sensors for detecting information about the surroundings of the moving body 11. The image capturing device includes, for example, a time-of-flight (ToF) camera, a stereo camera, a monocular camera, an infrared camera, etc. For example, the sensor unit 320 includes image capturing devices such as the camera 254F and the camera 254B of the moving body 11e described above.

[0109] Furthermore, for example, the sensor unit 320 includes an environmental sensor for detecting weather or climate, and a surrounding information detection sensor for detecting surrounding objects. The environmental sensor includes, for example, one or more of a raindrop sensor, a fog sensor, a sunlight sensor, a snow sensor, etc. The surrounding information detection sensor includes, for example, one or more of an ultrasonic sensor, radar, LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging, Laser Imaging Detection and Ranging), sonar, etc.

[0110] The sensor unit 320 also includes, for example, various position sensors for detecting the current position, such as a GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) receiver that receives GNSS signals from GNSS satellites.

[0111] Furthermore, for example, the sensor unit 320 includes various sensors for detecting information (including information about the user) inside the mobile body 11. For example, the sensor unit 320 includes an imaging device that captures images of the inside of the mobile body 11, such as the camera 254I of the mobile body 11e described above, and a microphone that collects sounds inside the mobile body 11.

[0112] The battery 321 is an internal power source provided in the mobile object 11. Each device in the mobile object 11 that is powered by electricity is powered, for example, by power supplied from the battery 321. Note that the mobile object 11 can also be powered by power supplied from an external power source.

[0113] In the following description of the mobile object 11, the input / output interface 316 and the bus 331 will be omitted. For example, when the processor 311 and the output unit 318 exchange data via the bus 331 and the input / output interface 316, the bus 331 and the input / output interface 316 will be omitted, and it will be described as the processor 311 and the output unit 318 exchanging data.

[0114] <Configuration Example of Information Processing Unit 351> FIG. 12 shows a configuration example of the information processing unit 351, which is part of the functions realized by the processor 411 of the mobile object 11 executing a predetermined control program.

[0115] The information processing unit 351 includes an authentication unit 361 , a recognition unit 362 , a movement control unit 363 , and an output control unit 364 .

[0116] The authentication unit 361 executes authentication processing for the user of the mobile unit 11 .

[0117] The authentication method used by the authentication unit 361 is not particularly limited.

[0118] For example, the authentication unit 361 may execute the user authentication process based on authentication data of the user (e.g., a facial image of the user, etc.) acquired by the sensor unit 320. For example, the authentication unit 361 may execute the user authentication process based on authentication data (e.g., an ID and a password, etc.) input by the user via the input unit 317. For example, the authentication unit 361 may execute the user authentication process based on authentication data (e.g., a user ID, an authentication key, biometric information, etc.) received from the user's information processing terminal 12 via the communication unit 319.

[0119] The authentication unit 361 also acquires or generates authentication data for the mobile object 11 or the user, and transmits the data to the server 13 via the communication unit 319 and the network 21. The authentication data for the mobile object 11 includes, for example, the ID and password of the mobile object 11. The authentication data for the user includes, for example, one or more of the user's facial image, biometric information, user ID, password, authentication key, etc.

[0120] The recognition unit 362 performs recognition processing of the state of the mobile body 11, the state of the surroundings of the mobile body 11, the state of the user, etc., based on sensor data from the various sensors equipped in the sensor unit 320 and information from the information processing terminal 12, etc.

[0121] The movement control unit 363 controls the movement of the moving body 11 by controlling the drive unit 315 based on, for example, user operation on the input unit 317, and at least one of the recognition results of the state of the moving body 11 by the recognition unit 362, the recognition results of the state around the moving body 11, and the recognition results of the user's state.

[0122] For example, the movement control unit 363 may control the drive unit 315 based on the recognition results of at least the surrounding conditions of the moving body 11, thereby allowing the moving body 11 to be driven automatically.

[0123] Furthermore, for example, the movement control unit 363 may control the movement of the moving body 11 by controlling the drive unit 315 in accordance with remote control by the server 13 via the network 21 and the communication unit 319 .

[0124] The output control unit 364 controls the output of various types of information by the output unit 318. For example, the output control unit 364 controls the output of presentation information that is presented to the user by the server 13.

[0125] <Configuration Example of Information Processing Device 401 > FIG. 13 shows a configuration example of an information processing device 401 that can constitute the information processing terminal 12 and the server 13 of the information processing system 1.

[0126] The information processing device 401 includes a processor 411, a ROM 412, a RAM 413, a recording medium 414, an input / output interface 415, an input unit 416, an output unit 417, and a communication unit 418. The processor 411, the ROM 412, the RAM 413, the recording medium 414, the input / output interface 415, and the communication unit 418 are connected to each other via a bus 431.

[0127] The processor 411 is configured by, for example, one or more processors configured by an arithmetic circuit such as an MPU, various processing circuits, etc. The processor 411 controls the information processing device 401 as a whole.

[0128] The ROM 412 stores, for example, programs used by the processor 411, control data such as calculation parameters, and the like.

[0129] The RAM 413 temporarily stores, for example, programs executed by the processor 411, data used in the processing of the processor 411, and the like.

[0130] The recording medium 414 is configured by a magnetic disk, an optical disk, a magneto-optical disk, a semiconductor memory, etc. The recording medium 414 stores various programs, applications, data, etc. The recording medium 414 may be detachable from the information processing device 401.

[0131] The input / output interface 415 is connected to, for example, an input unit 416 and an output unit 417. The input / output interface 415 is configured by, for example, a USB terminal, a DVI terminal, an HDMI (registered trademark) terminal, various processing circuits, and the like.

[0132] The input unit 416 includes, for example, various input devices and is used to input various data, instructions, etc. The types and number of input devices included in the input unit 416 are not particularly limited, and a touch panel, a button, a switch, a microphone, etc. may be used as necessary.

[0133] The output unit 417 includes various output devices capable of outputting one or more of, for example, visual information, auditory information, and tactile information. The types and number of output devices included in the output unit 417 are not particularly limited, and a display device, a speaker, a light-emitting device, a vibration element, etc. may be used as needed.

[0134] The communication unit 418 includes one or more communication devices and communicates with other devices in the information processing system 1 using a predetermined communication method, either via the network 21 or without the network 21. Any wired or wireless communication method can be adopted for the communication unit 418. The communication unit 418 may also be compatible with multiple communication methods.

[0135] In the following description of the information processing device 401, the input / output interface 415 and the bus 431 will be omitted. For example, when the processor 411 and the output unit 417 exchange data via the bus 431 and the input / output interface 415, the bus 431 and the input / output interface 415 will be omitted, and it will be described as the processor 411 and the output unit 417 exchanging data.

[0136] <<2. Use Examples of the Present Technology>> Next, use examples of the present technology will be described with reference to FIGS. 14 to 26.

[0137] <Example of Use in Commercial Facility 501> First, an example of use of the present technology in a commercial facility 501 will be described with reference to Figs. 14 to 17 .

[0138] Since the mobile body 11 is small and moves at a low speed, for example, as shown in FIG. 14, a user may be able to enter a commercial facility 501 while riding the mobile body 11, move around the commercial facility 501, and shop.

[0139] Fig. 15 is a specific example of the information processing system 1 in Fig. 1, and shows an example of the configuration of an information processing system 511 in a commercial facility 501. In the figure, parts corresponding to those in the information processing system 1 in Fig. 1 are given the same reference numerals, and descriptions thereof will be omitted as appropriate.

[0140] The information processing system 511 includes a mobile object 11, an information processing terminal 12, a server 13a which is one of the servers 13 in Fig. 1 , a sensor unit 521, and an output unit 522. The mobile object 11, the information processing terminal 12, the server 13a, the sensor unit 521, and the output unit 522 are connected to each other via a network 21.

[0141] In FIG. 15, for ease of understanding, one mobile object 11, one information processing terminal 12, and one server 13a are illustrated, but the number of mobile objects 11, one information processing terminal 12, and one server 13a is not particularly limited.

[0142] The sensor unit 521 includes various sensors for detecting the state within the commercial facility 501. The state within the commercial facility 501 includes, for example, the state of each sales floor, the state of each mobile object 11, the state around each mobile object 11, and the state of each user (customer).

[0143] For example, the sensor unit 521 includes an imaging device that captures images of each part of the commercial facility 501. The imaging device includes, for example, a ToF camera, a stereo camera, a monocular camera, an infrared camera, etc. For example, the sensor unit 521 includes an internal information detection sensor for detecting objects within the commercial facility 501. The internal information detection sensor includes, for example, one or more of an ultrasonic sensor, radar, LiDAR, sonar, etc. For example, the sensor unit 521 includes a microphone that collects sound within the commercial facility 501, etc.

[0144] The output unit 522 includes various output devices capable of outputting, for example, one or more of visual information and audio information.

[0145] The type and number of output devices included in the output unit 522 are not particularly limited, and a display device, a speaker, a light-emitting device, etc. may be used as needed. For example, the output unit 522 includes a display, an electronic shelf label, etc.

[0146] <Configuration Example of Information Processing Unit 551> FIG. 16 shows a configuration example of an information processing unit 551, which is part of the functions realized by the processor 411 of the information processing device 401 constituting the server 13a executing a predetermined control program.

[0147] The information processing unit 551 includes an authentication unit 561 , a recognition unit 562 , a settlement unit 563 , a learning unit 564 , a recommendation unit 565 , a presentation control unit 566 , and a remote control unit 567 .

[0148] The authentication unit 561 performs authentication processing of at least one of the mobile body 11 and the user based on at least one of the authentication data from the mobile body 11, the authentication data from the information processing terminal 12, and the sensor data from the sensor unit 521.

[0149] The recognition unit 562 recognizes the state inside the commercial facility 501 based on at least one of the information from the mobile object 11, the information from the information processing terminal 12, and the sensor data from the sensor unit 521. For example, the recognition unit 562 recognizes the type and quantity of items purchased by the user based on the sensor data from the sensor unit 521.

[0150] The settlement unit 563 executes settlement processing for the purchased items based on the recognition result of the user's purchased items by the recognition unit 562, etc.

[0151] The learning unit 564 records the shopping history of each user on the recording medium 414 based on the recognition results of the purchased items of each user by the recognition unit 562. The shopping history includes, for example, the user's identification information (e.g., user ID), the date and time of entering the store, the date and time of leaving the store, the identification information of the purchased items (e.g., product ID), the unit price, the quantity, etc.

[0152] The learning unit 564 performs a learning process on each user's preferences, behavioral patterns, etc. based on the recognition results of each user's purchases by the recognition unit 562, more specifically, based on each user's shopping history based on the recognition results of each user's purchases. Each user's behavioral pattern includes, for example, a shopping pattern that indicates each user's shopping tendencies. The learning unit 564 records information indicating the results of the learning process on the recording medium 414.

[0153] The recommendation unit 565 selects products to be recommended to each user (hereinafter referred to as recommended products) based on one or more of the recognition results of each user's purchases, preferences, shopping patterns, and the like.

[0154] The presentation control unit 566 controls the presentation of various types of presentation information (e.g., visual information, auditory information) to the user by the mobile object 11, the information processing terminal 12, or the output unit 522. For example, the presentation control unit 566 controls the presentation of information about recommended products by the mobile object 11, the information processing terminal 12, or the output unit 522.

[0155] The remote control unit 567 remotely controls the mobile object 11. For example, the remote control unit 567 generates control information for remotely controlling the operation of the mobile object 11 based on the recognition results of the state inside the commercial facility 501. The remote control unit 567 remotely controls the mobile object 11 by transmitting the control information to the mobile object 11 via the communication unit 418 and the network 21.

[0156] <Processing of Information Processing System 511> Next, processing of the information processing system 511 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

[0157] In step S1, the information processing system 511 executes an authentication process. Specifically, the authentication unit 561 of the server 13a executes an authentication process for the mobile object 11 and the user when the mobile object 11 enters a store, and identifies the mobile object 11 and the user.

[0158] The method of authenticating the mobile unit 11 and the user is not particularly limited.

[0159] For example, when the mobile object 11 enters a store, the mobile object 11 or the information processing terminal 12 acquires authentication data for the mobile object 11 and the user, and transmits the data to the server 13 a via the communication unit 319 and the network 21 .

[0160] In response to this, the authentication unit 561 of the server 13a receives authentication data of the mobile object 11 and the user from the mobile object 11 or the information processing terminal 12 via the network 21 and the communication unit 418. The authentication unit 561 executes authentication processing of the mobile object 11 and the user based on the authentication data.

[0161] For example, when the mobile object 11 enters a store, the sensor unit 521 acquires authentication data for the mobile object 11 and the user, and transmits the data to the server 13a via the network 21.

[0162] In response to this, the authentication unit 561 of the server 13a receives the authentication data of the mobile object 11 and the user from the sensor unit 521 via the network 21 and the communication unit 418. The authentication unit 561 executes authentication processing of the mobile object 11 and the user based on the authentication data.

[0163] In step S2, the recognition unit 562 of the server 13a recognizes the purchased item.

[0164] For example, a user places a product that the user wants to purchase in the loading platform 203 of the mobile object 11d in Fig. 5. Note that, for example, the user may place the product in the loading platform 203 by himself or herself, or a robot arm or the like provided in the mobile object 11 or the commercial facility 501 may place the product in the loading platform 203.

[0165] In response to this, the recognition unit 562 of the server 13a recognizes the product placed in the loading bay 203 as a purchased item.

[0166] The method for recognizing purchased items is not particularly limited.

[0167] For example, the sensor unit 521 photographs the loading platform 203 and transmits the obtained image data to the server 13 a via the communication unit 319 and the network 21 .

[0168] In response to this, the recognition unit 562 of the server 13a acquires the image data from the sensor unit 521 via the network 21 and the communication unit 418. The recognition unit 562 recognizes the type and quantity of the purchased items by image recognition based on the image data.

[0169] For example, the sensor unit 320 of the mobile object 11 acquires recognition data of the purchased items placed in the loading bay 203 and supplies the data to the recognition unit 362. The recognition data includes, for example, at least one of image data of the purchased items and image data of the barcodes written on the purchased items. The recognition unit 362 recognizes the type and quantity of the purchased items based on the recognition data. The recognition unit 362 transmits information indicating the recognition results of the purchased items to the server 13a via the communication unit 319 and the network 21.

[0170] In response to this, the recognition unit 562 of the server 13a acquires information indicating the recognition result of the purchased items from the sensor unit 521 via the network 21 and the communication unit 418. The recognition unit 562 recognizes the type, quantity, etc. of the purchased items based on the acquired information.

[0171] In step S3, the information processing system 511 presents various types of information.

[0172] For example, the recommendation unit 565 selects a product to be recommended to the user (hereinafter referred to as a recommended product).

[0173] For example, the recommendation unit 565 selects, as recommended products, products that the commercial facility 501 wants the user to purchase. Examples of products that the commercial facility 501 wants the user to purchase include products on sale, limited-time sale products, and products with high profit margins.

[0174] For example, the recommendation unit 565 selects recommended items based on the recognition result of the purchased items by the recognition unit 562. For example, the recommendation unit 565 selects, as recommended items, products necessary to make a dish based on a recipe for the dish that can be made using the recognized purchased items.

[0175] For example, the recommendation unit 565 selects recommended products based on at least one of the user's preferences and shopping patterns learned by the learning unit 564. For example, the recommendation unit 565 selects, as recommended products, products that the user is likely to purchase based on at least one of the user's preferences and shopping patterns. For example, the recommendation unit 565 selects, as recommended products, new products similar to products that the user frequently purchases.

[0176] The presentation control unit 566 transmits information about recommended products (hereinafter referred to as recommended product information) to at least one of the mobile object 11, the information processing terminal 12, and the output unit 522 via the communication unit 418 and the network 21.

[0177] In response to this, for example, the output control unit 364 of the mobile object 11 receives the recommended product information from the server 13a via the network 21 and the communication unit 319. The output unit 318 outputs information related to the recommended products under the control of the output control unit 364.

[0178] For example, the output unit 417 of the information processing terminal 12 receives recommended product information from the server 13a via the network 21 and the communication unit 418. The output unit 417 outputs information related to recommended products.

[0179] For example, the output unit 522 receives recommended product information from the server 13a via the network 21. The output unit 522 outputs the information about the recommended products. For example, the output unit 522 displays the information about the recommended products to the user in front of the sales area for the recommended products.

[0180] In this way, information about the recommended product is presented to the user. The information about the recommended product includes, for example, an image of the recommended product, its price, the location of the sales floor, and the reason for the recommendation. For example, information about dishes that can be prepared by combining the purchased product with the recommended product may also be presented. Furthermore, for example, information comparing the prices of the recommended product and similar products may also be presented.

[0181] For example, the presentation control unit 566 of the server 13a generates information about the commercial facility 501 (hereinafter referred to as commercial facility information) and transmits it to at least one of the mobile object 11, the information processing terminal 12, and the output unit 522 via the communication unit 418 and the network 21.

[0182] The commercial facility information includes, for example, one or more of map information showing the location of each product sales area within the commercial facility 501, event information regarding events being held at the commercial facility 501, and bargain information showing sale items, discounts, special offers, etc. at the commercial facility 501.

[0183] In response to this, for example, the output control unit 364 of the mobile object 11 receives the commercial facility information from the server 13a via the network 21 and the communication unit 319. The output unit 318 outputs information about the commercial facility 501 under the control of the output control unit 364.

[0184] For example, the output unit 417 of the information processing terminal 12 receives commercial facility information from the server 13a via the network 21 and the communication unit 418. The output unit 417 outputs information related to the commercial facility 501.

[0185] For example, the output unit 522 receives commercial facility information from the server 13a via the network 21. The output unit 522 outputs information related to the commercial facility 501.

[0186] In step S4, the recognition unit 562 of the server 13a determines whether or not the shopping is complete. If it is determined that the shopping is not complete, the process returns to step S2.

[0187] Thereafter, the processes of steps S2 to S4 are repeatedly executed until it is determined in step S4 that the shopping is completed.

[0188] On the other hand, in step S4, if the recognition unit 562 recognizes, for example, based on sensor data from the sensor unit 521, that the mobile object 11 has left the sales floor of the commercial facility 501, or that the mobile object 11 has entered a designated checkout location, it determines that the shopping is complete and processing proceeds to step S5.

[0189] In step S5, the server 13a executes the settlement process.

[0190] Specifically, the settlement unit 563 calculates the purchase price and consumption tax for all purchased items based on the type, unit price, and quantity of each purchased item, and then calculates the total amount to be paid.

[0191] The presentation control unit 566 generates settlement information related to the settlement of the user's purchases. The settlement information includes, for example, the type, unit price, and quantity of each purchased item, the purchase price of all purchased items, consumption tax, and the total amount to be paid. The presentation control unit 566 transmits the settlement information to at least one of the mobile object 11, the information processing terminal 12, and the output unit 522 via the communication unit 418 and the network 21.

[0192] In response to this, for example, the output control unit 364 of the mobile object 11 receives the settlement information from the server 13a via the network 21 and the communication unit 319. The output unit 318 outputs the settlement information under the control of the output control unit 364.

[0193] For example, the output unit 417 of the information processing terminal 12 receives the settlement information from the server 13a via the network 21 and the communication unit 418. The output unit 417 outputs the settlement information.

[0194] For example, the output unit 522 receives recommended product information from the server 13a via the network 21. The output unit 522 outputs payment information.

[0195] In addition, the settlement unit 563 receives the total payment amount in electronic money from the user's information processing terminal 12, etc., via the communication unit 418 and the network 21, and processes the billing of the total payment amount to the server of the company to which the user makes payment (e.g., a credit card company).

[0196] In step S6, the learning unit 564 of the server 13a records the shopping history. Specifically, the learning unit 564 adds information such as the user's store entry date and time, store exit date and time, identification information, unit price, quantity, etc. of the purchased items to the user's shopping history recorded on the recording medium 414.

[0197] In step S7, the learning unit 564 of the server 13a executes a learning process. For example, when the conditions for executing the learning process are satisfied, the learning unit 564 executes a learning process of each user's preferences, shopping patterns, and the like, based on the shopping history recorded on the recording medium 414.

[0198] The conditions for executing the learning process may be, for example, when the amount of shopping history data since the previous learning process exceeds a predetermined threshold, or when a predetermined timing (for example, the end of the month) is reached.

[0199] The shopping pattern includes, for example, the frequency of each user's visit to the store, the day of the week, the time of day, the tendency of purchased items, etc. The tendency of purchased items is analyzed for each day of the week, time of day, weather, etc. of visit to the store.

[0200] The learning process method is not particularly limited.

[0201] The learning unit 564 records information indicating the results of the learning process on the recording medium 414 .

[0202] Thereafter, the processing of the information processing system 511 ends.

[0203] In this way, the convenience of shopping for the user is improved. For example, the user can enter the commercial facility 501 while riding in the mobile object 11 and move around the commercial facility 501. For example, the user can place products in the loading platform 203 of the mobile object 11 without using a shopping cart or basket, and purchase and pay for the products directly from the loading platform 203.

[0204] <Examples of Use in Other Vehicles> Next, examples of use of the present technology in other vehicles will be described with reference to FIGS.

[0205] Since the mobile body 11 is very compact, for example, the user may be able to ride other vehicles (for example, public transportation such as trains, buses, ships, etc.) while remaining in the mobile body 11.

[0206] 18 to 20 show an example of a train 601 that can be boarded while remaining on the moving body 11.

[0207] The train 601 has a plurality of passenger compartments 611. Of the plurality of passenger compartments 611, passenger compartments 611A to 611F are shown in FIG.

[0208] Each of the passenger rooms 611 has a space that can accommodate one vehicle 11 .

[0209] For example, as shown in Fig. 18, the user can enter a station 602 while on board the mobile object 11. Furthermore, as shown in Figs. 19 and 20, the user can enter a passenger compartment 611 of a train 601 while on board the mobile object 11. The user can then stay in the passenger compartment 611 while on board the mobile object 11 and travel between stations.

[0210] In this way, the user can ride the train 601 while remaining aboard the moving body 11 and isolated from other users. Furthermore, since each passenger compartment 611 is independent, the user can travel between stations while being isolated from other users. For example, the user can perform various tasks, such as work, inside the moving body 11 while traveling. Furthermore, since the user can travel on the train 601 without getting off the moving body 11, travel time can be shortened.

[0211] <Example of Use in Residence 701> Next, an example of use of the present technology in a residence 701 will be described with reference to Figs. 21 and 22 .

[0212] Since the mobile body 11 is very compact, for example, in the residence 701, a space for placing the mobile body 11 (hereinafter referred to as the mobile body space) may be provided in each room, so that each user (resident) can access each room while riding on the mobile body 11.

[0213] FIG. 21 shows an example of the floor plan of a residence 701 .

[0214] The residence 701 includes private spaces 711A to 711D and a common space 712. The private spaces 711A to 711D are arranged in a square shape surrounding the common space 712 in the center.

[0215] Private spaces 711A to 711D each have the same configuration. For example, private space 711A includes a room 721A and a space for a moving object 722A. Private space 711B includes a room 721B and a space for a moving object 722B. Private space 711C includes a room 721C and a space for a moving object 722C. Private space 711D includes a room 721D and a space for a moving object 722D.

[0216] Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the private spaces 711A to 711D, they will simply be referred to as private spaces 711. Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the rooms 721A to 721D, they will simply be referred to as rooms 721. Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the mobile object spaces 722A to 722D, they will simply be referred to as mobile object spaces 722.

[0217] FIG. 22 is a perspective view schematically showing the configuration of the private space 711. As shown in FIG.

[0218] In each private space 711, a user can enter the mobile object space 722 directly from outside the residence 701 while riding in the mobile object 11 and place the mobile object 11 in the mobile object space 722. The rooms 721 in each private space 711 are connected to the mobile object space 722, allowing the user to freely move between the rooms 721 and the mobile object space 722. Furthermore, each room 721 is connected to the shared space 712, allowing the user to freely move between each room 721A and the shared space 712.

[0219] Therefore, a user can enter his or her own private space 711 and live in isolation from other users without coming into contact with users (residents) of other private spaces 711. Furthermore, by utilizing the shared space 712, users of each private space 711 can easily interact with each other.

[0220] For example, when a family uses the residence 701, the common space 712 is used as a living room, and the private spaces 711A to 711D are used as individual rooms for each member of the family.

[0221] For example, when a plurality of residents share a residence 701, a common space 712 is used as a social space, and private spaces 711A to 711D are used as living spaces for each resident.

[0222] <Example of Use in Office 801> Next, an example of use of the present technology in an office 801 of a company or the like will be described with reference to FIGS. 23 and 24. FIG.

[0223] Since the mobile body 11 is very compact, for example, in an office 801, each member of an organization such as a company may be given a private room, and a space for the mobile body 11 may be provided in each private room, so that each member can access each private room while riding on the mobile body 11.

[0224] FIG. 23 shows an example of the layout of the office 801 .

[0225] The office 801 includes private spaces 811A to 811F, a conference room 812, an elevator 813A, an elevator 813B, and a corridor 814.

[0226] Private spaces 811A to 811D are arranged along one side (the left side in the figure) of a corridor 814. Private spaces 811E to 811F and conference room 812 are arranged along the other side (the right side in the figure) of the corridor 814. Conference room 812 is located between private spaces 811E and 811F. Elevators 813A and 813B are located at both ends of the corridor 814, respectively.

[0227] Private spaces 811A to 811F each have the same configuration. For example, private space 811A includes a room 821A and a space for moving objects 822A. Private space 811B includes a room 821B and a space for moving objects 822B. Private space 811C includes a room 821C and a space for moving objects 822C. Private space 811D includes a room 821D and a space for moving objects 822D. Private space 811E includes a room 821E and a space for moving objects 822E. Private space 811F includes a room 821A and a space for moving objects 822F.

[0228] Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the private spaces 811A to 811F, they will simply be referred to as private spaces 811. Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the rooms 821A to 821F, they will simply be referred to as rooms 821. Hereinafter, when there is no need to distinguish between the mobile body spaces 822A to 822F, they will simply be referred to as mobile body spaces 822.

[0229] FIG. 24 is a perspective view schematically showing the configuration of the private space 811.

[0230] In each private space 811, a user can enter the space for mobile objects 822 directly from the corridor 814 while riding on the mobile object 11 and place the mobile object 11 in the space for mobile objects 822. The room 821 and the space for mobile objects 822 in each private space 811 are connected, and the user can freely move between the room 821 and the space for mobile objects 822.

[0231] Therefore, for example, after arriving at work, a user can enter his or her own private space 811 with almost no contact with other members of the private space 811 and carry out work or other tasks in isolation from other members.

[0232] <Example of Use at an Event> Next, with reference to FIG. 25 , an example of use of the present technology at an event will be described.

[0233] FIG. 25 is a schematic diagram showing the state of an event venue such as a concert.

[0234] As shown in this figure, each user can participate in the event while remaining aboard a vehicle 11 .

[0235] This allows each user to enjoy the event while maintaining isolation from other spectators. For example, each user can directly view the event on the stage 901 from each mobile body 11, or view the event via a display device provided in the output unit 318 of each mobile body 11. For example, each user can view the event from a preferred angle or position by selecting an image displayed on the display device. For example, while watching the other spectators from each mobile body 11, each user can feel a sense of unity with the other spectators by engaging in call-and-response with the other spectators or moving the mobile body 11 in coordination with the other spectators.

[0236] For example, if the mobile bodies 11 are capable of automatic driving, each mobile body 11 may cooperate with the other mobile bodies 11 or may follow remote control from the server 13, so that each mobile body 11 moves in a coordinated manner around the stage 901. This allows each user to feel a greater sense of unity.

[0237] <Example of Image Display on Moving Object 11> Next, an example of image display on the moving object 11 will be described with reference to FIG.

[0238] For example, xR (cross reality) technology may be used to display visual information superimposed on the scenery around the moving object 11 within the user's field of vision.

[0239] 26 shows an example in which visual information is superimposed on the scenery seen from the windshield 951 in front of the canopy 103 of the moving body 11a within the user's field of view. In this example, images representing avatars 961 and 962 are displayed through the windshield 951 within the user's field of view.

[0240] Here, for example, visual information may be superimposed on the actual scenery around the moving body 11, or an image of the surroundings of the moving body 11 with visual information superimposed thereon may be displayed.

[0241] This makes it possible to present useful information to the user and entertain the user, for example.

[0242] <<3. Modifications>> Modifications of the above-described embodiments of the present technology will now be described.

[0243] <Modifications of the Configuration of Information Processing System 1> The configuration of the information processing system 1 described above is one example, and can be modified.

[0244] For example, part of the processing of the server 13 may be performed by the mobile object 11 or the information processing terminal 12. Specifically, for example, part or all of the processing of the settlement unit 563, the learning unit 564, and the recommendation unit 565 in FIG.

[0245] <Modifications Related to the Example of Use in the Commercial Facility 501> For example, the movement control unit 363 of the mobile object 11 may control the movement of the mobile object 11 within the commercial facility 501 based on commercial facility information (e.g., map information, etc.). For example, the movement control unit 363 may cause the mobile object 11 to visit each sales floor within the commercial facility 501 based on a shopping list created by the user and the commercial facility information so that all items on the shopping list can be purchased. Furthermore, for example, the movement control unit 363 may recognize items that the user needs to purchase based on a menu or the like created by the user instead of a shopping list, and cause the mobile object 11 to visit each sales floor within the commercial facility 501 so that all of the recognized items can be purchased.

[0246] For example, the movement control unit 363 of the mobile object 11 may control the movement of the mobile object 11 within the commercial facility 501 in accordance with remote control by the remote control unit 567 of the server 13a. In this case, for example, the remote control unit 567 may remotely control the mobile object 11 to visit each sales floor within the commercial facility 501 so that all items on a shopping list created by the user can be purchased. Furthermore, for example, the remote control unit 567 may recognize items that the user needs to purchase based on a menu or the like created by the user instead of a shopping list, and remotely control the mobile object 11 to visit each sales floor within the commercial facility 501 so that all the recognized items can be purchased.

[0247] For example, in a facility other than a commercial facility, the user may be able to move around and use the facility while remaining on the vehicle 11. Examples of such a facility include exhibition facilities such as art galleries and museums.

[0248] <Other Modifications> The present technology can also be applied to personal mobility devices that need to be driven by human power, such as power-assisted bicycles.

[0249] The present technology can also be applied to, for example, personal mobility that can move using a power source other than electricity.

[0250] The present technology can also be applied to personal mobility other than vehicles, such as flying objects.

[0251] <<4. Others>> The above-described series of processes can be executed by hardware or software. When the series of processes is executed by software, the programs that make up the software are installed on a computer. Here, the term "computer" includes computers built into dedicated hardware, and general-purpose personal computers, for example, that can execute various functions by installing various programs.

[0252] The program executed by the computer can be provided by being recorded on a removable medium such as a package medium (for example, the recording medium 314 in FIG. 11 or the recording medium 414 in FIG. 13). The program can also be provided via a wired or wireless transmission medium such as a local area network, the Internet, or digital satellite broadcasting.

[0253] The program executed by the computer may be a program that processes in chronological order according to the order described in this specification, or may be a program that processes in parallel or at the required timing, such as when called.

[0254] In this specification, a system refers to a collection of multiple components (devices, modules (components), etc.), regardless of whether all of the components are housed in the same housing. Therefore, multiple devices housed in separate housings and connected via a network, and a single device housed in a single housing with multiple modules, are both systems.

[0255] It should be noted that the embodiments of the present technology are not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications are possible within the scope of the present technology.

[0256] For example, the present technology can be configured as a cloud computing system in which a single function is shared and processed collaboratively by a plurality of devices via a network.

[0257] Furthermore, each step described in the above flowchart can be executed by one device, or can be shared and executed by a plurality of devices.

[0258] Furthermore, when one step includes multiple processes, the multiple processes included in that one step can be executed by one device or can be shared and executed by multiple devices.

[0259] <Examples of Combinations of Configurations> The present technology can also have the following configurations.

[0260] (1) A mobile body capable of moving within a commercial facility while carrying a user, the mobile body comprising: a communication unit that communicates with an information processing device within the commercial facility; and an output control unit that controls output of presented information presented by the information processing device. (2) The presented information includes at least one of settlement information regarding settlement of purchases made by the user, recommended product information regarding recommended products that are products recommended to the user, and commercial facility information regarding the commercial facility. (3) The mobile body described in (2) further comprising: a mobile control unit that controls movement within the commercial facility based on the commercial facility information. (4) The mobile body described in any of (1) to (3) further comprising a loading platform capable of loading products within the commercial facility. (5) The mobile body described in (4) further comprising: a recognition unit that recognizes the products in the loading platform, the communication unit transmitting information related to the products recognized by the recognition unit to the information processing device. (6) The mobile body described in (1) or (2) further comprising: a mobile control unit that controls movement within the commercial facility by remote control using the information processing device. (7) The mobile body according to any one of (1) to (6), which is personal mobility. (8) An information processing device comprising: a communication unit that communicates with a mobile body that can move within a commercial facility with a user inside, and a presentation control unit that controls the presentation of information to the user. (9) The information processing device according to (8), further comprising: a recognition unit that recognizes purchases of the user. (10) The information processing device according to (9), further comprising: a settlement unit that executes a settlement process for the purchases based on the recognition result of the purchases. (11) The information processing device according to (10), wherein the presentation control unit controls the presentation of settlement information related to the settlement of the purchases. (12) The information processing device according to (10) or (11), further comprising: a recommendation unit that selects recommended items that are products recommended to the user based on the recognition result of the purchases, and the presentation control unit controls the presentation of recommended item information related to the recommended items.(13) The information processing device according to any one of (10) to (12), further comprising a learning unit that executes a learning process of at least one of the user's preferences and shopping patterns based on the recognition result of the purchased item. (14) The information processing device according to any one of (13), further comprising a recommendation unit that selects recommended items that are products recommended to the user based on at least one of the user's preferences and the shopping pattern, and the presentation control unit controls the presentation of recommended item information related to the recommended items. (15) The information processing device according to any one of (9) to (14), wherein the recognition unit recognizes the purchased items in a loading platform of the mobile object. (16) The information processing device according to any one of (8) to (15), wherein the presentation control unit controls the presentation of commercial facility information related to the commercial facility. (17) The information processing device according to any one of (8) to (16), further comprising a remote control unit that remotely controls movement of the mobile object within the commercial facility. (18) The information processing device according to any one of (8) to (17), wherein the mobile object is personal mobility. (19) An information processing system comprising: an information processing device; and a mobile body capable of moving within a commercial facility with a user on board; wherein the information processing device comprises: a first communication unit that communicates with the mobile body; and a presentation control unit that controls the presentation of information to the user; and wherein the mobile body comprises: a second communication unit that communicates with the information processing device within the commercial facility; and an output control unit that controls the output of presentation information presented by the information processing device.

[0261] The effects described in this specification are merely examples and are not limiting, and other effects may also be present.

[0262] 1 Information processing system, 11-1 to 11-m, 11a to 11e Mobile body, 12-1 to 12-m Information processing terminal, 13-1 to 13-n, 13a Server, 311 Processor, 318 Output unit, 319 Communication unit, 351 Information processing unit, 361 Authentication unit, 362 Recognition unit, 363 Movement control unit, 364 Output control unit, 401 Information processing device, 411 Processor, 418 Communication unit, 501 Commercial facility, 511 Information processing system, 521 Sensor unit, 522 Output unit, 561 Authentication unit, 562 Recognition unit, 563 Settlement unit, 564 Learning unit, 565 Recommendation unit, 566 Presentation control unit, 567 Remote control unit

Claims

1. A moving body that can move within a commercial facility while carrying a user, and includes a communication unit that communicates with an information processing device within the commercial facility, and an output control unit that controls the output of presentation information presented by the information processing device.

2. The moving body according to claim 1, wherein the presentation information includes at least one of settlement information regarding settlement of the user's purchased items, recommendation item information regarding recommended items that are products recommended to the user, and commercial facility information regarding the commercial facility.

3. The moving body according to claim 2, further including a movement control unit that controls movement within the commercial facility based on the commercial facility information.

4. The moving body according to claim 1, further including a loading platform on which products within the commercial facility can be loaded.

5. The moving body according to claim 4, further including a recognition unit that recognizes the products within the loading platform, and the communication unit transmits information regarding the products recognized by the recognition unit to the information processing device.

6. The moving body according to claim 1, further including a movement control unit that controls movement within the commercial facility by remote control by the information processing device.

7. The moving body according to claim 1, which is a personal mobility.

8. An information processing device that includes a communication unit that communicates with a moving body that can move within a commercial facility while carrying a user, and a presentation control unit that controls the presentation of information to the user.

9. The information processing device according to claim 8, further including a recognition unit that recognizes the user's purchased items.

10. The information processing device according to claim 9, further including a settlement unit that executes settlement processing of the purchased items based on the recognition result of the purchased items.

11. The information processing device according to claim 10, wherein the presentation control unit controls the presentation of settlement information regarding settlement of the purchased items.

12. The information processing device according to claim 10, further including a recommendation unit that selects recommended items that are products recommended to the user based on the recognition result of the purchased items, and the presentation control unit controls the presentation of recommendation item information regarding the recommended items.

13. The information processing device according to claim 10, further including a learning unit that executes learning processing of at least one of the user's preferences and shopping patterns based on the recognition result of the purchased items.

14. The information processing apparatus according to claim 13, further comprising a recommendation unit that selects a recommended product, which is a product recommended to the user, based on at least one of the user's preferences and the shopping pattern, wherein the presentation control unit controls the presentation of recommended product information regarding the recommended product.

15. The information processing apparatus according to claim 9, wherein the recognition unit recognizes the purchased product in the loading platform of the mobile body.

16. The information processing apparatus according to claim 8, wherein the presentation control unit controls the presentation of commercial facility information regarding the commercial facility.

17. The information processing apparatus according to claim 8, further comprising a remote control unit that remotely controls the movement of the mobile body within the commercial facility.

18. The mobile body according to claim 8 is a personal mobility.

19. An information processing system comprising an information processing apparatus and a mobile body capable of moving within a commercial facility while carrying a user, wherein the information processing apparatus includes a first communication unit that communicates with the mobile body, and a presentation control unit that controls the presentation of information to the user, and the mobile body includes a second communication unit that communicates with the information processing apparatus within the commercial facility, and an output control unit that controls the output of presentation information presented by the information processing apparatus.

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