A traveling guidance system and method thereof

Abstract

The present invention relates to a travel management system (100), comprising a unified fare comparison module, a memory, a multi-modal transportation integration module, an user interface, an input receiving module and a route optimization module. The unified fare comparison module receiving one or more information including a number of transportation modes and a fare of the transportation in a region. The memory to hold one or more information. The multi-modal transportation integration module configured to combines data from the number of transport modes, allowing users to compare and select the suitable transportation for the journey. The user interface to receive one or more inputs and compared result to the user. The input receiving module to receive one or more inputs from the user based on the displayed one or more information. The route optimization module analyzes pre-specified journey points to present cost-efficient options for a preselected route.

Description

A TRAVELING GUIDANCE SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF FIELD OF INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a traveling guidance system, and in particular to the system that is adaptable to suggest the best possible mode of traveling from the desired source point to the destination point. More particularly, the system is adaptable to provide the most economical mode of transportation, in real-time, for desired journey routes. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Typically, travel, whether for work, leisure, or exploration, has always been an essential part of human life. People may choose, with various modes of transportation available, the one that best suits their needs in terms of cost, speed, convenience, and comfort, and in recent times there are multiple modes of transportation available with different fare costs. Further, the cost of transportation varies with the service providers and the types of transportation available in the region.

[0003] However, the cost of transportation may fluctuate based on several factors, including the service provider, the type of transportation, and regional characteristics. Further, the regional factors may include geography, infrastructure, local demand, and government regulations such as taxes, tariffs, and regulations can also impact the cost of transportation. For example, regions with higher taxes on fuel or emissions standards may see higher operational costs for transportation providers.

[0004] Diversity in transportation options can sometimes create confusion for travelers due to the wide variety of choices available. While having multiple transportation options can be beneficial, it can also lead to challenges in decision-making and understanding how to navigate the system. Some key reasons for this confusion include different transportation providers often have varying pricing structures and schedules, travelers need to use separate apps. Further, the use of multipleapps and technology platforms for booking rides or accessing transportation services can pose a challenge, especially for less tech-savvy travelers.

[0005] Further, the available technologies for travel guidance primarily focus on path finding and traffic management and have limitations such as technologies are majorly focused on road navigation, rely on user data to predict traffic patterns but can still miss sudden localized issues.

[0006] A patent application JP2009064283A titled “Traffic information providing system and traffic information providing method” discloses about a traffic information providing system and a traffic information providing method for properly collecting and analyzing traffic information. This traffic information providing system is provided with a control part of a communication part for acquiring ID and latitude / longitude from a GPS receiver mounted on a vehicle; a database for storing vehicle trajectory information acquired by associating the latitude / longitude and the date with the ID, and for storing zone information or link information showing a route to be analyzed; and a management server for extracting information on an object passing through the route of the zone information or link information by referring to the vehicle trajectory information and a communication part for outputting the extracted object information as OD information, OD trip information and traffic index information. Thus, it is possible to prevent the vehicle trajectory information passing through the route of the zone information or the link information from being extracted when traveling state satisfies predetermined exclusion conditions.

[0007] A patent application CN109887288B titled “Urban road network guidance scheme publishing method and system based on travel structure” discloses about a method and a system for releasing an urban road network guidance scheme based on a travel structure, wherein the system comprises a data access module, a demand structure analysis module, a guidance path searching module, a guidance strategy generating module and a guidance releasing module; firstly, acquiring a vehicle passing record of a vehicle gate of a full road network in a specified time period through a data access module, and acquiring a trip structure of the vehicle from the vehicle passing record of the gate; then, constructing a road network topological structure according to the travel structure to obtain an OD point pair set of the road network and a corresponding travel path set;then, acquiring real-time traffic flow data of the travel path set, and generating a congestion road section set based on the traffic flow data; meanwhile, constructing a guidance path search model based on the congested road section set, and generating a plurality of guidance paths for each OD point pair based on the traffic running condition and the historical traffic track of the road network; finally, determining an optimal induction release strategy and a suboptimal induction release strategy according to the travel of the motor vehicle; the invention can improve the traffic efficiency of the road network.

[0008] However, the available technologies are limited and adaptable to provide only solutions for traffic and route optimization and fail to provide any solution for traveling cost optimization. Further, to overcome available limitations, there is a need for the system which is adaptable to provide the best method of traveling based on the available mode of transportation and cost. OBJECTIVE OF THE INVENTION

[0009] The primary objective of the present invention is to provide a traveling guidance system.

[0010] The primary objective of the present invention is to provide the traveling guidance system and method of operation.

[0011] The primary objective of the present invention is to provide the traveling guidance system which is adaptable to cost of the traveling.

[0012] Another objective of the present invention is to provide the traveling guidance system which is adaptable to provide the best mode of transportation.

[0013] Another objective of the present invention is to provide the traveling guidance system which is adaptable to integrate with the diverse transportation network present in the region.

[0014] Yet another objective of the present invention is to provide a traveling guidance system which is adaptable to provide best mode of transportation based on the user preference.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0015] The present invention relates to a travel management system, comprising a unified fare comparison module, a memory, a multi-modal transportation integration module, an user interface, an input receiving module and a route optimization module. The unified fare comparison module receiving one or more information including a number of transportation modes and a fare of the transportation in a region. The memory to hold one or more information. The multi-modal transportation integration module configured to combines data from the number of transport modes, allowing users to compare and select the suitable transportation for the journey. The user interface to receive one or more inputs and compared result to the user. The input receiving module to receive one or more inputs from the user based on the displayed one or more information. The route optimization module analyzes pre-specified journey points to present cost-efficient options for a preselected route.

[0016] A method for operating the travel management system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the method comprises the step of selecting a route for traveling through the input receiving module. Further, the one or more information is collected regarding the selected route from the unified fare comparison module. Further, the collected information is displayed on the display unit for the user. Further, the one or more inputs is provided, through the input receiving module. Further,the collected information is compared and provides best travel options available for the journey. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OFDRAWINGS

[0017] The present invention will be better understood after reading the following detailed description of the presently preferred aspects thereof with reference to the appended drawings, in which the features, other aspects and advantages of certain exemplary embodiments of the invention will be more apparent from the accompanying drawing in which:

[0018] Figure 1 illustrates a graphical representation of a traveling guidance system;

[0019] Figure 2(a-d) illustrates a pictorial representation of an user interface of the traveling guidance system.DETAILED DESCRIPTION OFINVENTION

[0020] The following detailed description and embodiments set forth herein below are merely exemplary out of the wide variety and arrangement of instructions which can be employed with the present invention. The present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics thereof. All the features disclosed in this specification may be replaced by similar other or alternative features performing similar or same or equivalent purposes. Thus, unless expressly stated otherwise, they all are within the scope of the present invention.

[0021] Accordingly, those of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that various changes and modifications of the embodiments described herein can be made without departing from the scope of the invention. In addition, descriptions of well-known functions and constructions are omitted for clarity and conciseness.

[0022] The terms and words used in the following description and claims are not limited to the bibliographical meanings but are merely used to enable a clear and consistent understanding of the invention. Accordingly, it should be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention are provided for illustration purpose only and not for the purpose of limiting the invention.

[0023] It is to be understood that the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0024] It should be emphasized that the term “comprises / comprising” when used in this specification is taken to specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, or components but does not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, components, or groups thereof.

[0025] The present invention relates to a traveling guidance system (100) and method for providing cost-optimized travel guidance in real-time typically consist of several key components and methodologies that enable efficient cost management, and dynamic adjustments based on real- time conditions. The system relates to be a fare comparison tool for various modes of transportation, helping users choose the most cost-effective and efficient way to travel. And involve integrating data from different transportation services providers, and local transportation mode such as bike-sharing, three-wheelers, taxis, buses , parcel service etc

[0026] Figure 1 illustrates a graphical representation of the traveling guidance system (100). The system (100) comprises a unified fare comparison module, a memory, a user interface, an input receiving module and a route optimization module.

[0027] In an embodiment, the unified fare comparison module is configured to receive, in real- time, one or more information including a number of transportation mode and a fare of each the transportation in a region. Further, the system having the unified fare comparison platform which is a single interface and configured to aggregate fare information from the number of transportation service providers and one or more transportation modes, such as bike-sharing, three-wheelers, taxis, and parcel service. Further, the system provides real-time fare updates. Further, the system fetches and displays up-to-date fare data to ensure users receive accurate pricing information.

[0028] Further, the system (100) includes the memory to hold the one or more information. Further, the one or more information includes but not limited to transportation modes available in the region and the fare details. Further, the one or more information may be updated in real time.

[0029] Further, the multi-modal transport integration module interconnected with the memory. Further, the multi-modal transport integration module configured to combines data from the number of transport modes, allowing users to compare and select the suitable transportation for the journey.

[0030] Figure 2(a-d) illustrates a pictorial representation of the user interface. Further, the system is installed with a display unit installed with the user interface which is configured to receive one or more inputs and compared result to the user the users may specify origin, destination, and travel preferences such as cost, speed, or convenience to get tailored recommendations. The user interface incorporates fare data from both local and international markets, enabling a broad scope of applicability. A user-friendly interface simplifies fare comparison and selection, reducing the time spent on decision-making. Such features enhance user experience and provide convenience but may not necessarily involve an inventive step.

[0031] Further, the user interface having a login page where the user required to enter username and password in order to access the traveling guidance system (100), as shown in figure 2(a). Further, the user is required to enter source and destination point of the journey, as shown in figure 2(b). Further, the system displays the available option of rides in the region such different riding options with their costs, as shown in figure 2(c). Further, the user chooses one of the displayed options as per convenience and the details of the ride, such as user name, age and address, which is opted / booked by the user is provided to the user, as shown in figure 2(d).

[0032] Further, the route optimization module configured to analyze pre-specified journey points to present cost-efficient options for a preselected route. Further, the route optimization module analyzes specific journey points to present cost-efficient options for that particular route.

[0033] A method for operating the travel management system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the method comprises the step of; Step 1: selecting a route for traveling through the input receiving module; Step 2: collecting the one or more information regarding the selected route from the unified fare comparison module; Step 3: displaying the collected information on the display unit for the user; Step 4: inputting the one or more inputs, through the input receiving module; Step 5: comparing the collected information and provides best travel options available for the journey.

[0034] Further, the present invention utilizes the plurality of instruction which on execution use Google map, search aggregator and allied programmes which to scan fares of all the top cabs companies (like Bike sharing fares, three wheeler fares, Taxi fares, buses fares, Parcel fares, provides across the net, which are available in the local market of India and abroad for hires, so that one may check bike sharing fares or three wheeler fares or taxi fares or parcel fares or buses fares or and other local traveling cost at one place and chose the best available option between the choice of the passenger journey point and destination point. The booking thereafter may be done on the original platform or by a third party platform. Further, the system is adaptable to share the lowest rate on the network, allowing them to reduce their price or be floated on own network for a partner to pick up the price.

[0035] Further, the inventive feature of this invention lies in its ability to integrate and aggregate real-time fare data from diverse transportation modes, such as bike-sharing, three-wheelers, taxis, buses and parcel services, into a single platform. Unlike existing products or technologies that typically focus on a specific mode of transport or limited service providers, this system offers a comprehensive and unified interface for comparing all available travel options. Additionally, the algorithm's capacity to incorporate local and international service providers and present the most economical choices for specific journey routes sets it apart from conventional fare-comparison tools, enhancing user convenience and decision-making efficiency.

[0036] The proposed system involves designing and implementing an algorithm leveraging APIs from Google Maps, search aggregators, and related platforms. The algorithm will aggregate fare data from multiple transportation service providers, including bike-sharing, three-wheelers, taxis, buses and parcel delivery services. Using advanced data scraping and integration techniques, the system will collect real-time fare information from local and international markets. It will process and present these options on a unified interface, enabling users to compare transportation costs between their specified origin and destination points. This solution aims to optimize decision- making for passengers by offering the most economical and suitable travel options in a seamless and efficient manner.TECHNICAL ADVANCEMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0037] Availability of Comprehensive Data: Real-time access to fare data from various transportation providers through APIs or web scraping techniques ensures accurate and up-to-date comparisons.

[0038] Diverse Transportation Networks: Regions with a high density of diverse transportation options, such as urban areas or cities with established bike-sharing, taxi, three wheelers, buses and parcel services, benefit the most from this system.

[0039] User-Specific Preferences: Users providing clear journey points and destinations, along with preferences like cost, speed, or convenience, help the system deliver tailored recommendations effectively.

[0040] Stable mechanism for interaction and share information such as API’s.

[0041] While this invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited to the disclosed embodiments, but, on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

CLAIMS:

1. A travel management system (100), comprising: an operating device; a software module installed in the operating device configured to provide travel guidance to a user, comprises: (a) a unified fare comparison module configured to receive, in real-time, one or more information including a number of transportation modes and a fare of the transportation in a region; (b) a memory to hold the one or more information; (c) a multi-modal transportation integration module configured to combines data from the number of transport modes, allowing users to compare and select the suitable transportation for the journey; (d) an input receiving module installed with an user interface to receive one or more inputs from the user based on the displayed one or more information; and (e) a route optimization module configured to analyze pre-specified journey points to present cost-efficient options for a preselected route.

2. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the number of transportation includes but not limited to bike-sharing, three-wheelers, taxis, buses and parcel service.

3. The system (100)as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more information includes but not limited to transportation modes available in the region and the fare details.

4. The system (100)as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more inputs include but not limited to origin, destination, and travel preferences such as cost, speed, or convenience.

5. The system (100)as claimed in claim 1, wherein the operating device including but not limited to mobile, tablet and personal computer.

6. A system (100) for operating the travel management system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the method comprises the step of; Step 1: selecting a route for traveling through the input receiving module; Step 2: collecting the one or more information regarding the selected route from the unified fare comparison module; Step 3: displaying the collected information on the display unit for the user; Step 4: inputting the one or more inputs, through the input receiving module; Step 5: comparing the collected information and provides best travel options available for the journey.

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