Concrete mixer control system for messaging integration
A centralized communication bus system for concrete mixer vehicles enables secure and efficient messaging customization, addressing integration challenges and security issues by allowing end users to filter and protect data from unauthorized access.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- LMI US LLC
- Filing Date
- 2025-10-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-07
AI Technical Summary
Current concrete mixer control systems lack unified messaging integration, leading to confusion and security risks due to varying truck brands, models, and service provider platforms, which complicates data management and security for fleet managers and drivers.
A centralized communication bus system allows end users to select and filter messaging options, enabling secure and tailored communication between concrete mixer vehicles and service providers, with password protection and encryption to maintain data privacy.
Enhances operational efficiency and security by allowing end users to customize messaging based on their preferences, reducing irrelevant messages and protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access.
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Abstract
Description
Attorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24TITLE: CONCRETE MIXER CONTROL SYSTEM FOR MESSAGING INTEGRATIONCROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] The present application claims the benefit and priority of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 713,782 filed October 30, 2024. The contents of the foregoing application are incorporated by reference herein in its entirety for all purposes.TECHNICAL FIELD
[0002] This disclosure relates to control systems for operation of concrete mixer machines and concrete mixer vehicles, and in particular, to integration of messaging relating to mixer controls and operational parameters.BACKGROUND
[0003] There is a continuing need for improvement in increasing the ease and efficiency of operations, and improving accuracy of control, of concrete mixer vehicles and similar machinery. Such concrete mixer vehicles are generally described in, for example, U.S. Patent No. 10,239,403 issued March 26, 2019, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference for all purposes.
[0004] Owners, contractors, managers, and fleet managers (hereinafter, collectively called “owners” for convenience) of concrete mixer vehicles use telecommunications and informatics technologies systems to monitor, collect, transmit, and employ data about the vehicles and their operations. Typically, the telecommunications and informatics technologies systems connect vehicles to a central platform for real-time tracking and analysis. A vehicle’s onboard electronic devices may include various sensors and GPS units installed in the truck that collect and transmit data on concrete mixer operations such as mixer drum status, mixer drum operational conditions, truck location, speed, fuel consumption, engine performance, braking, and more. A data communication network is employed to transmit the truck’s collected data via cellular, satellite, or Wi-Fi networks to a cloud-based or centralized system. A third party’s platform, such as a third- party vendor’s telematics platform, utilizes software that aggregates and analyzes the inbound data, and generates signals and commands based on the inbound data. The generated signals and commands also may be centrally generated by the vendor’s platform independent of the inbound data; for example, the vendor’s platform may independently generate a software update to be communicated on-air back to the owner and to the truck’s onboard device. TheAttorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24 telecommunications system then may be employed by the vendor’s platform to convey back to the owners, and to the onboard devices, outbound data, signals, and commands relating to operations of the vehicles and their components. The outbound data, signals, and commands issued by a vendor thus may be communicated to owners through the owner’s computer system located in owner facilities, and to drivers via the onboard electronic devices, which communicate to the drivers via displays, signals, and other communication means in the truck.
[0005] A number of problems arise for owners in connection with the use of the foregoing systems. Often, an owner will be operating a number of different brands, models, and types of concrete mixer vehicles, each having different components, features, and functions. As a result, the outbound data described above that is sent out by vendors might be relevant only to some of the owner’s trucks, and not to other trucks. Another problem arises in that an owner might subscribe to a number of different third-party vendor platforms. The owner may have a need to control flow of inbound data and outbound commands and signals that are communicated among the owner, the various vendor platforms, and the vehicle, based on the owner’s information security needs. SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0006] The present disclosure includes an improved method, vehicle, device, system, and controller system for concrete mixer applications. In particular, an improved control system is provided for control of system messaging.
[0007] This summary is not intended to identify key or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in limiting the scope of the claimed subject matter. Further examples, forms, objects, features, advantages, aspects, and benefits shall become apparent from the following description and drawings.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0008] FIG. l is a diagram illustrating a method and a system for concrete mixer vehicle messaging control according to an exemplary embodiment of the invention.
[0009] FIG. 2 is a diagram depicting a control system for concrete mixer vehicle messaging control according to an exemplary embodiment of the invention.DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF ILLUSTRATIVE EMBODIMENTS
[0010] For the purposes of clearly describing illustrative embodiments of the present disclosure, the manner, and process of making and using the same, and to enable the practice, making and use of the same, reference will now be made to certain examples, including those illustrated in theAttorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24 figures, and specific language will be used to describe the same. It shall nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the invention is thereby created, and that the invention includes and protects such alterations, modifications, and further applications of the examples as would occur to one skilled in the art.
[0011] Some current mixer control systems have internal messaging that is not set up for integration. The internal messaging could change based on component selection and variables not controlled by the system designers. However, the customers of the system designers find value in having access to messages, but likely have multiple variations of the same system. Without a unified messaging system, integration is extremely difficult, if not impossible. Additionally, some customers may desire to turn on certain messages and turn off other messages based on the system with which they are integrating, due to information security reasons.
[0012] Provided in this disclosure is an improved method and system for control of electronic messages sent between an end user of a concrete mixer truck and a service provider. As used herein, an end user may be a concrete mixer owner or manager that owns or manages a number of concrete mixer trucks. The number of trucks may include a fleet of trucks. The fleet of trucks may be of different brands, makes, models, and model years. In another embodiment, an end user may be the driver of the truck, or a worker that operates the concrete mixer truck. The differences in trucks and in fleets creates a special problem for a fleet manager and for a driver or operator, in that many different drivers or operators may be assigned to work with different trucks on different days, and thus the drivers or operators may be unfamiliar with the outbound messages received from service providers, creating confusion and inability to address matters raised in the outbound messages.
[0013] End users frequently engage service providers for their vehicles to provide services that aid in operation of the truck. The services may include inbound and outbound informational services provided by wired or wireless electronic communications systems, platforms, or networks. The informational services may be provided by vendors that sell the informational services to the end users. The services may include aids to operation of the end users’ vehicles, such as providing and accepting data related to the vehicle and its operations. Some examples of specific services may include: GPS tracking of the truck or vehicle; real-time location monitoring of the truck or for route optimization and security; driver behavior monitoring to track operational parameters like a driver’s harsh braking, acceleration, and idling, to improveAttorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24 safety and efficiency; maintenance alerts relating to the vehicle; predictive maintenance monitoring based on engine diagnostics and usage patterns; fuel management, to help monitor a vehicle’s fuel consumption and detect anomalies like theft or inefficiency; and regulatory compliance to help the end user meet and prove compliance with regulatory, labor, or health and welfare requirements such as monitoring the maximum hours of service that a driver may perform in a working shift.
[0014] As schematically illustrated in FIG. 1, disclosed is a step of providing a communication bus 10 accessible by the end user and by at least one service provider. A concrete mixer manufacturer or seller may provide to its customers, the end users, a central communication bus 10 accessible to both end users and service providers. The end user’s electronic system 14 may be provided with such access. Disclosed is a step of providing to the end user a selection of messaging options, represented by the step and feature 12 of FIG. 1. The provider of the bus 10 may offer, via the communication bus, a selection of messaging options in the form of a menu or list wherein the end user may select which service provider’s messages should be received and conveyed to the end user. The selection service offered by the communication bus enables the end user to screen and fdter the outbound messages to be received. The filtering conducted by the end user may be based on the end user’s need to eliminate messages that are irrelevant to a selected end user, a selected driver, a selected fleet, a selected make, model, brand, model year, or components of a selected truck, a selected location of the truck, or a selected span of time for receipt of such outbound messages.
[0015] Disclosed is a step wherein, based on the messaging options selected by the end user, the communication bus 10 is operated to limit messages sent to the at least one service provider. The service provider may access the bus system via the service provider’s electronic system 22. For example, for security or privacy reasons, the messaging options selected by the end user may be entered to avoid needless disclosure of a location of a truck.
[0016] In embodiments, a step a disclosed of operating the communication bus 10 to limit messages sent to the end user. For example, to avoid confusion or dangerous conditions that may arise due to display of inapplicable or irrelevant messages to an end user, the communication bus operator may operate the communication bus 10 to enter commands to limit selected messages from being sent to an end user.Attorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24
[0017] In embodiments, a step is disclosed of providing to at least one service provider a selection of messaging options that is generated based on the messaging options selected by the end user. The step and feature of providing to the end user a selection of messaging options, represented by the step and feature 20 of FIG. 1. For example, after an end user selects from a menu of options to block any messages from a selected service provider, then the communication bus 10 may be operated to provide to the service provider a menu for selecting only those messaging options that already have been specifically selected by the end user. Thus, the service provider’s menu has been tailored to the particular end user’s preferences.
[0018] In embodiments, there is provided a step of making the communication bus 10 accessible to an end user that is an operator who is not a driver of the vehicle, via a remote electronic system separate from an onboard electronic system of the vehicle, and the selection of messaging options is made via the remote electronic system. For example, as illustrated in FIG. 1, an end user’s electronic system 14 may include two accessing systems, one being an onboard electronic system 16 provided onboard a truck, and one being a remote electronic system 18 of the end user. In this manner, in examples, a fleet owner or manager may operate its own remote electronic system 18, such as a remote stationary computer system 18 located at a fleet manager’s headquarters. In an example, the remote computer system of a fleet manager is separate from the onboard electronic system 16 of the vehicle in question, which may transmit and receive messages remotely from both the bus 10 and the remote computer system 18. Via wired and wireless communications networks or platforms, the fleet manager may access the communication bus 10 using the fleet manager’s remote computer system 18. The fleet manager may make its selection of messaging options via electronic communications between the remote computer system 18 and the communication bus 10. In this manner, the fleet manager may fdter and control the messaging received by the truck driver in the onboard system 16.
[0019] In embodiments, there is provided a step of making the communication bus accessible by at least two service providers. At times, a particular service provider engaged by a fleet manager is not relevant to one or more of the trucks in the manager’s fleet. The end user, in this example, a truck owner or fleet manager, may make its selection of messaging options to be accepted based on which service provider, or which plurality of service providers, is chosen to be enabled to send outbound messages relating to a selected fleet, truck, or driver. In this manner, the end user is enabled to screen the incoming messages based on the identity of the service provider.Attorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24
[0020] In exemplary configurations according to this disclosure, there may be provided a concrete mixer with a drum configured to mix concrete, the concrete mixer comprising an onboard electronic control system. The onboard system may include a display. The display may be configured to indicate status conditions, inbound messages from service providers, and various other informational messages to the driver. In exemplary configurations, the onboard control system may be configured to selectively publish information and status about both the concrete mixer control system and the chassis that it was installed on. In exemplary configurations, the onboard control system has a user definable messaging system that allows each end user, including the end user examples of a driver, an owner, or a fleet manager, to customize the information delivered to the service providers. The service providers may be third party integrators that the end user engages for certain services such as truck tracking, tire inflation, driver monitoring, and similar services.
[0021] Disclosed is an improved a control system that allows an end user to turn messaging on and off for various services and is protected by the control system, such that the service providers, which may be third party vendors, are not able to change the system messaging independently, and thus risk breaching the end user’s security in the end user’s choices of selected information to be conveyed to or transmitted from the concrete mixer control system’s communication system. The control system may comprise a central communication bus. In embodiments, a control system may use password and / or encryption protection to prevent end users, such as a driver of a truck, from modifying the data being transmitted to the third-party vendors.
[0022] Disclosed is an improved control system wherein a concrete mixer control system is provided that comprises its own telematics system which would allow over the air communications, software updates, remote diagnostics, and similar services in addition to feeding various third-party vendor systems information as may be required. End users may select various messages and messaging settings that keep the control system information private from the third- party vendors unless the end user, such as a fleet manager, selects to share such information.
[0023] Disclosed herein is a configuration according to embodiments wherein a control system will automatically / programmatically generate a database container file (dbc) based on the enabled messaging parameters. This feature improves ability to integrate with various third-party service providers based on end user preference. This feature adds additional security for each end user, as the system only will publish or provide data on a data link between the communication bus systemAttorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24 and the third-party vendor’s system, the information that the end user selected to supply to the service provider. In embodiments, such information limitation may be protected by password, multi-factor authorization, or other security devices or methods.
[0024] In embodiments, messaging options may include selected items of information. As examples, selected system messages may include: information from the driver display, diagnostic information, warnings and error codes, amounts of water or admixture added to concrete mixtures, slumps in concrete mixtures, hydraulic or pneumatic pressures of components of a truck, truck speeds, counts, truck gears selected, truck fuse (physical or virtual) status, and other status / data. Generally, any item of data may be used by the control system to function or data the control system consumes from the chassis and could be passed along as a single source of data for the entire truck.
[0025] In embodiments, there is provides a controller system for a concrete mixer system configured to execute computer-readable instructions to control operations of the components as described above.
[0026] In embodiments, there is provided a method of operating a concrete mixer system comprising one or more of the foregoing features.
[0027] In embodiments, a concrete mixer system, a concrete mixer vehicle, and a controller system for a concrete mixer are provided.
[0028] In an embodiment as schematically illustrated in FIG. 2, an electronic control system may be a computer system including electronic controller 402 provided onboard the vehicle. In the example illustrated in FIG. 2, controller 402 includes a memory 404, a processor 406, and a communications module 408 that accept, process, and generate signals and communicate with each other, and with other components of the controller 402, actuator interface 420, and the overall system. Modules may be implemented in hardware, firmware, and / or software on computer readable medium, and modules and their respective functions may be distributed across various hardware or software components.
[0029] Communications among electronic control system components, onboard and remote, may be conducted via bus (not shown). Bus structures employed can include any of several types of bus structures including, but not limited to, a memory bus, a memory controller, a peripheral bus, a local bus, and any combinations thereof, using any of a variety of known bus architectures.Attorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24
[0030] Memory 404 of controller 402 can include various components (e.g., machine-readable media) including, but not limited to, a random-access memory component, a read-only component, and any combinations thereof. In one example, a basic input / output system including basic routines that help to transfer information between elements within computer system can be stored in memory 404. Memory 404 can also include (e.g., stored on one or more machine- readable media) instructions (e.g., software) embodying any one or more of the aspects and / or methodologies of the present disclosure. In another example, memory 404 can further include any number of program modules including, but not limited to, an operating system, one or more application programs, other program modules, program data, and any combinations thereof. Controller 402 also may include a storage device (not shown). Examples of storage devices include, but are not limited to, disk drives and solid-state memory devices, and any combinations thereof.
[0031] Example interfaces included or used in a control system may include, but are not limited to, SCSI, advanced technology attachment (ATA), serial ATA, universal serial bus (USB), IEEE 1394 (FIREWIRE), and any combinations thereof. In one example, storage device (or one or more components thereof) can be removably interfaced with the control system (e.g., via an external port connector (not shown)). Particularly, a storage device of the controller 402 and an associated machine-readable medium (not shown) can provide nonvolatile and / or volatile storage of machine-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, and / or other data for the controller 402. In one example, instructions can reside, completely or partially, within a machine-readable medium. In another example, instructions can reside, completely or partially, within a processor 406 of the controller 402.
[0032] The exemplary control system of FIG. 2 may include an operator input device 410 structured to permit an operator or driver of the vehicle to enter operator inputs in the nature of settings, limits, commands, requests, and / or other information into the control system via operator input device 410. Examples of the commands or requests that may be entered by the driver or operator include requests to receive or not receive selected messages.
[0033] Examples of an operator input device 410 includes, but are not limited to, an alphanumeric input device (e.g., a keyboard), a pointing device, a joystick, a gamepad, an audio input device (e.g., a microphone, a voice response system, etc.), a cursor control device (e.g., a mouse), a touchpad, an optical scanner, a video capture device (e.g., a still camera, a videoAttorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24 camera), a touchscreen, and any combinations thereof. Operator input device 410 can be interfaced to the controller 402 and its components via any of a variety of interfaces (not shown) including, but not limited to, a serial interface, a parallel interface, a game port, a USB interface, a wired or wireless interface, a direct interface via bus, and any combinations thereof. Operator input device 410 can include a touch screen interface that can be a part of or separate from a display. Operator input device 410 can be utilized as a user selection device for selecting one or more graphical representations in a graphical interface as described above. Operator input device410 may also function as an operator display or signaling device which communicates information to the truck operator or driver, via typical means such as a video display screen, sound generator, or haptic output generator.
[0034] At least one sensor device 413 may be included as a component of the vehicle to detect conditions relevant to control of messages and message integrations for the vehicle. For example, cameras, radio wave sensors, GPS devices, thermal sensors, radar devices, or other sensor devices or detection methods may be used as sensors 413 to detect various conditions. For example, a sensor could detect a truck’s geolocation information. A number of sensors 413 may be operatively connected to communicate data on detected conditions to a sensor input device411 that is operatively connected to communicate the condition data generated by the sensors 413 to the controller 402 for processing to generate commands to control inbound and outbound messaging.
[0035] A network interface device, such as network interface device 412 can be utilized for connecting the onboard computer system to one or more of a variety of networks, such as a wireless telecom network, or to one or more remote devices that may be connected thereto. Examples of a network interface device 412 include, but are not limited to, a network interface card (e.g., a mobile network interface card, a LAN card), a modem, and any combination thereof. Examples of a network include, but are not limited to, a wide area network (e.g., the Internet, an enterprise network), a local area network (e.g., a network associated with an office, a building, a campus, or other relatively small geographic space), a telephone network, a data network associated with a telephone / voice provider (e.g., a mobile communications provider data and / or voice network), a direct connection between two computing devices, and any combinations thereof. A network can employ a wired and / or a wireless mode of communication with the network interface device. In general, any network topology, telematics, or telecom system can beAttorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24 a network that may be operatively connected to the network interface device 412 of the vehicle. A batching system may be employed via wireless connection to convey data to the controller 402 on features, components, or condition of the truck, as contrasted with examples where such information is input by the driver. In examples, network communication systems, platforms, and devices also may be used for the controller 402 to generate and communicate messages, and to receive messages from, bus 10, service provider system 22, and end user remote computer system 16.
[0036] Information such as data, instructions, and software updates, can be communicated to and / or from controller 402 via network interface device 412. In an exemplary embodiment, data can be communicated in the form of parameter data containing at least one operating parameter 414. In an example, the at least one operating parameter 414 may be a set value, or a minimum, or maximum value, of a condition or an operational mode of the vehicle. The operating parameter 414 may be a parameter set by a remote system and communicated to the 412 via wireless communication.
[0037] In an aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided one or more methods for improving control of electronic messages sent between an end user of a concrete mixer vehicle and a service provider, comprising providing a communication bus accessible by the end user and by at least one service provider; providing to the end user a selection of messaging options; and based on the messaging options selected by the end user, operating the communication bus to limit messages sent to the at least one service provider. In another aspect, the method comprises operating the communication bus to limit messages sent to the end user. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the method comprises providing to the at least one service provider a selection of messaging options that is generated based on the messaging options selected by the end user. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the end user is a driver of the vehicle. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the end user is a vehicle operator, the communication bus is accessible to the vehicle operator via a remote electronic system separate from an onboard electronic system of the vehicle, and the selection of messaging options is made via the remote electronic system. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the communication bus is accessible by at least two service providers, and the selection of messaging options provided to the end user is provided as a menu providing identification of the at least two service providers. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the end user menuAttorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24 provides messaging options to the end user based on the identification of the service provider. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, there is provided a concrete mixer system comprising a control system control for electronic messages sent between an end user of a concrete mixer vehicle and a service provider, the control system configured to: provide a communication bus accessible by the end user and by at least one service provider; provide to the end user a selection of messaging options; and based on the messaging options selected by the end user, operate the communication bus to limit messages sent to the at least one service provider. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the communication bus is operated to limit messages sent to the end user. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the system provides to the at least one service provider a selection of messaging options that is generated based on the messaging options selected by the end user. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the end user is a driver of the vehicle. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the end user is a vehicle operator, the communication bus is made accessible to the vehicle operator via a remote electronic system separate from an onboard electronic system of the vehicle, and the selection of messaging options is made via the remote electronic system. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the communication bus is made accessible by at least two service providers, and the selection of messaging options provided to the end user is provided as a menu providing identification of the at least two service providers. In an aspect according to any of the foregoing, the end user menu provides messaging options to the end user based on the identification of the service provider.
[0038] While illustrative examples of the disclosure have been illustrated and described in detail in the drawings and foregoing description, the same is to be considered as illustrative and not restrictive in character, it being understood that only certain examples have been shown and described and that all changes and modifications that come within the spirit of the claimed invention are desired to be protected. It should be understood that while the use of words such as preferable, preferably, preferred or more preferred utilized in the description above indicates that the feature so described may be more desirable, it nonetheless may not be necessary and examples lacking the same may be contemplated as within the scope of the invention, the scope being defined by the claims that follow. In reading the claims, it is intended that when words such as “a,” “an,” “at least one,” or “at least one portion” are used there is no intention to limit the claim to only one item unless specifically stated to the contrary in the claim. When the language “at least a portion”Attorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24 and / or “a portion” is used the item can include a portion and / or the entire item unless specifically stated to the contrary.
[0039] One of skill in the art may appreciate from the foregoing that unexpected benefits may be derived from the disclosed features of the subject design and features, without the need for additional components or parts, or other changes in the configuration of a conventional machine or system. Changes to configuration as disclosed may add costs, weight, and complexity to manufacture, operation, and maintenance of a machine or system. A key benefit contemplated by the inventors is improvement in features and design, while excluding any additional components or changes in structural features. In this exclusion, maximum cost containment may be affected. Accordingly, the substantial benefits of simplicity of manufacture, operation, and maintenance of may reside in an example of the invention consisting of, or consisting essentially of, features of the apparatus disclosed herein. Thus, examples of the invention explicitly contemplate the exclusion of features, parts, and components beyond those set forth herein.
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Attorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24WHAT TS CLAIMED IS:
1. A method for improving control of electronic messages sent between an end user of a concrete mixer vehicle and a service provider, comprising: providing a communication bus accessible by the end user and by at least one service provider; providing to the end user a selection of messaging options; and based on the messaging options selected by the end user, operating the communication bus to limit messages sent to the at least one service provider.
2. The method of claim 1, comprising operating the communication bus to limit messages sent to the end user.
3. The method of claim 1, comprising providing to the at least one service provider a selection of messaging options that is generated based on the messaging options selected by the end user.
4. The method of claim 1, wherein the end user is a driver of the vehicle.
5. The method of claim 1, wherein the end user is a vehicle operator, the communication bus is accessible to the vehicle operator via a remote electronic system separate from an onboard electronic system of the vehicle, and the selection of messaging options is made via the remote electronic system.
6. The method of claim 1, wherein the communication bus is accessible by at least two service providers, and the selection of messaging options provided to the end user is provided as a menu providing identification of the at least two service providers.
7. The method of claim 6, wherein the end user menu provides messaging options to the end user based on the identification of the service provider.
8. A concrete mixer system comprising a control system control for electronic messages sent between an end user of a concrete mixer vehicle and a service provider, the control system configured to: provide a communication bus accessible by the end user and by at least one service provider; provide to the end user a selection of messaging options; andAttorney Docket No RIG03-GN092-24 based on the messaging options selected by the end user, operate the communication bus to limit messages sent to the at least one service provider.
9. The system of claim 8, wherein the communication bus is operated to limit messages sent to the end user.
10. The system of claim 8, wherein the system provides to the at least one service provider a selection of messaging options that is generated based on the messaging options selected by the end user.
11. The system of claim 8, wherein the end user is a driver of the vehicle.
12. The system of claim 8, wherein the end user is a vehicle operator, the communication bus is made accessible to the vehicle operator via a remote electronic system separate from an onboard electronic system of the vehicle, and the selection of messaging options is made via the remote electronic system.
13. The system of claim 8, wherein the communication bus is made accessible by at least two service providers, and the selection of messaging options provided to the end user is provided as a menu providing identification of the at least two service providers.
14. The system of claim 13, wherein the end user menu provides messaging options to the end user based on the identification of the service provider.
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