Controlling a kinematic device on board a motor vehicle
Patent Information
- Application Number
- PCT/DE2026/100290
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2025-03-18
- Filing Date
- 2026-03-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-09-24
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Abstract
Description
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[0003] Controlling a kinematic device on board a motor vehicle
[0004] The present invention relates to the control of a kinematic device on board a motor vehicle. In particular, the invention relates to the adaptation of a setting of a kinematic device to a predetermined person.
[0005] A motor vehicle includes a kinematic device, usually located in the vehicle's interior. The kinematic device can be adjusted to mechanically adapt a functional element or aspect of the vehicle to a user. For example, the device might include an adjustable seat or steering column. The vehicle can store a preferred position of the kinematic device so that it can be recalled later. The setting can be associated with a person, allowing settings assigned to a recognized individual to be automatically retrieved and activated.
[0006] If a person switches from one motor vehicle to a second vehicle for which no setting data exists, data from the first vehicle can be used to determine corresponding values. However, such a transfer has proven problematic, especially if the two vehicles are of different types or in different configurations.
[0007] One of the problems underlying the present invention is to provide an improved technique for controlling a kinematic device on board a motor vehicle. The invention solves this problem by means of the subject matter of the independent claims. Dependent claims describe preferred embodiments. -3516 PIF
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[0009] It is proposed that for every person who switches from one vehicle to a second, a second person who has made a similar switch should be found. From the settings data assigned to the second person, settings data for the first person can be generated.
[0010] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a method for controlling a kinematic device on board a motor vehicle comprises steps of determining a first and a second motor vehicle, which are assigned to a first person; wherein the first motor vehicle is assigned a first adjustable device that can be adapted to the first person based on assigned first setting data; wherein the second motor vehicle is assigned a second adjustable device that can be adapted to the first person based on assigned second setting data. The method further comprises a step of determining a third and a fourth motor vehicle, which are assigned to a second person.A third adjustable device is assigned to the third motor vehicle, which can be adapted to the second person based on assigned third adjustment data; and a fourth adjustable device is assigned to the fourth motor vehicle, which can be adapted to the second person based on assigned fourth adjustment data. The procedure determines that a predetermined similarity exists between corresponding elements assigned to the persons; and first adjustment data is derived from the third adjustment data.
[0011] A technique described herein makes it possible to learn from the experiences of the second person transferring between two vehicles in order to determine adjustment data for the second vehicle and the first person. This technique can utilize the fact that adjustment data for kinematic systems on board vehicles can be collected in large quantities. For example, a-3516 PIF
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[0013] The probability that a similar use case can be found for a predetermined use case, derived from the appropriate setting data, is sufficiently high. It may be advantageous to identify vehicles assigned to the same person; personal data beyond the setting data of a kinematic device on board one of the vehicles need not be determined. The described data can be anonymized from the personal data of the individuals, thus ensuring data protection. Even more preferably, a person can explicitly consent to or refuse the collection of the described setting data. This way, only reference data from individuals who agree to the corresponding processing can be used. The use of the method for determining setting data can be reserved for those individuals who themselves provide data for reference purposes.
[0014] The predetermined similarity between corresponding elements assigned to persons can cover various aspects. In one embodiment, it is determined that a predetermined similarity exists between the first and the third motor vehicle. The similarity relates to circumstances relevant for the setting of the kinematic device. Such circumstances can, in particular, relate to available space, room layout, or equipment. The similarity between the first and the third motor vehicle can, for example, be determined with regard to the vehicle types. The similarity is preferably determined numerically, with the determined similarity more preferably being based on a predetermined scale. A high value on this scale can correspond to a high degree of similarity, and a low value to a low degree of similarity. In one embodiment, the scale ranges from approximately 0 to approximately 1.Sufficient similarity can be assumed if the specific similarity exceeds a predetermined threshold.-3516 PIF.
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[0016] According to a further embodiment, it is determined that a predetermined similarity exists between the first and the third adjustable device. Devices may differ, for example, in the number of their adjustment axes, the size of their ranges of motion, or the support of additional functions. Here, too, the similarity can be determined with respect to a predetermined scale, and it can be checked whether the determined similarity exceeds a predetermined threshold.
[0017] The kinematic device is preferably installed in the interior of the motor vehicle and is designed to adapt an aspect of the motor vehicle to a person on board. Examples of such devices include a seat, a steering column adjustment, a panoramic screen, or a rearview mirror. The seat can be movable about a variety of adjustment axes. For example, the seat surface can be raised or lowered, tilted about a transverse axis, or adjusted vertically. The backrest of a seat can be adjusted in its tilt relative to the seat surface or in a vertical direction. An adjustable headrest can be provided on the backrest, the vertical position and / or longitudinal tilt of which can be adjusted. The seat can have an armrest, which can also be adjustable. Further adjustment options can be provided, for example, by pneumatic cushions or other actuators.The steering column adjustment can relate to the vertical position of the steering wheel or the distance between the steering wheel and a seat. A panoramic screen can be adjusted longitudinally or laterally on the vehicle. In one embodiment, a panoramic screen is provided that is mounted on the vehicle's headliner. The panoramic screen can be adjusted longitudinally or laterally. Optionally, the panoramic screen can be folded upwards from a substantially vertical position to a substantially horizontal position. In this position, the panoramic screen can be flush against the vehicle's headliner. A rearview mirror can be integrated into the 3516 PIF.
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[0019] This applies particularly to an exterior mirror. A reflective surface of the exterior mirror can be adjusted depending on the seating position of a person in the vehicle so that the person always sees the same section of the image in the rearview mirror, regardless of their position in the vehicle.
[0020] In another embodiment, it is determined that a predetermined similarity exists between the second and the fourth motor vehicle. The procedure for determining a similarity between the first and the third motor vehicle can be similar.
[0021] Furthermore, it can be determined that a predetermined similarity exists between the second and the fourth adjustable device. The similarity can be determined using the same procedure as described above for the first and the third adjustable device.
[0022] It is further preferred that a predetermined similarity exists between the second and fourth setting data. Setting data can comprise one or more adjustment parameters, where an adjustment parameter typically specifies the position of a movable element of an adjustable device. To determine the similarity, deviations between corresponding positions can be determined. If a deviation is large, the similarity of the associated setting data is low; if the deviation is small, the similarity can be considered high.
[0023] In a further preferred embodiment, similarities between different elements or aspects are considered together. It is proposed that each person be assigned a vector, with the elements to be compared being entered into the assigned person's vector. It can then be determined that the vectors exhibit a predetermined similarity to each other. By determining the similarity on vectors, a certain degree of compensation can be achieved.
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[0025] An effect can be achieved. For example, if two corresponding values are practically identical, and two other corresponding elements differ significantly in their values, it can still be determined that the vectors are relatively similar to each other. This allows for the determination of a realistic measure of similarity between complex elements. The probability of finding well-suited reference data for the second person's use case can be increased.
[0026] It should be noted that the vectors can also contain further information regarding other motor vehicles assigned to the respective individuals. The more elements a vector contains, the more accurately a similarity to another vector can be determined.
[0027] Optionally, elements in the vectors can be weighted in a predetermined way. For example, a parameter associated with a motor vehicle can be assigned a first weight, a parameter associated with a kinematic element a second weight, and a parameter associated with a setting value a third weight. The weights are preferably chosen such that relevant reference data for a second person can be found for a use case of the first person.
[0028] The similarity between vectors can be determined, in particular, as cosine similarity. Vectors with any number of dimensions can be compared for this purpose. Cosine similarity only assesses how closely the vectors are oriented in the assumed vector space. The length of the vectors, on the other hand, can be neglected. -3516 PIF
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[0030] Values for elements to be compared can be stored in a central location. This central location is preferably located outside the vehicles and can be configured to store and process information relating to a large number of vehicles. Complex tasks, such as determining similarities or finding reference data that has a predetermined similarity to data in a use case, can be performed by the central location. The central location can be implemented as a server or as a service, for example, in a cloud.
[0031] It is further preferred that the approach described above for determining setting data based on reference data from another person is only applied when no direct data is available. In particular, the initial setting data can only be determined based on the third-party setting data if no initial setting data for the first person is stored on the first vehicle. The initial setting data can be stored locally on board the first vehicle. Preferably, the initial setting data is synchronized with an external entity so that it is also accessible from outside the first vehicle. A further preferred approach is a periodic or event-driven comparison between the setting data on board the vehicle and the data stored by the external entity.To adjust the initial setup on board the first vehicle to the first person, it can first be checked whether suitable setting data is available on board the vehicle. If this is not the case, it can be checked whether corresponding setting data is available from the external source. Only if this is also not the case can the initial setting data be derived based on the third-party setting data. This requires that reference data, including suitable third-party setting data, must first be found.
[0032] According to a further aspect of the present invention, a location is proposed, which is also referred to herein as the external location. The location-3516 PIF
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[0034] is designed to determine setting data for an adjustable device on board a motor vehicle and includes an interface for connecting to a motor vehicle; a data storage device for storing a large number of setting data; and a processing device.
[0035] The adjustment data is preferably assigned to an adjustable device, wherein the device is assigned to a motor vehicle, and the motor vehicle is assigned to a person. The adjustment data is configured to adapt the device to the person. It should be noted that a motor vehicle can be assigned to several people, and adjustment data for the same kinematic device on board the same motor vehicle can differ for different people. It is further preferred that at least two sets of adjustment data are assigned to different motor vehicles assigned to the same person. Optionally, adjustment data for more than two different motor vehicles for the same person can also be provided.
[0036] The processing device is configured to receive an indication of a first person and a first motor vehicle; and preferably to determine that no direct setting data exists for a first adjustable device on board the first motor vehicle for the first person. Furthermore, the processing device is configured to determine second setting data associated with a second device assigned to a second motor vehicle assigned to the first person; third setting data associated with a third device assigned to a third motor vehicle assigned to a second person; and fourth setting data associated with a fourth device assigned to a fourth motor vehicle assigned to the second person.Furthermore, the processing unit is configured to determine that a predetermined similarity exists between elements assigned to persons. Then the processing can be--3516 PIF.
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[0038] The direction is derived from the third set of settings to determine the first set of settings assigned to the first vehicle, which in turn is assigned to the first person. These determined settings can then be transferred to the vehicle via the interface.
[0039] The processing device is preferably configured to partially or completely execute a method described herein. For this purpose, the processing device may be electronic and may, for example, comprise an integrated circuit, a programmable logic device, or a programmable microcomputer. The method may be implemented as a configuration or as a computer program product with program code means for the processing device. The configuration or the computer program product may be stored on a computer-readable data carrier. Features or advantages of the method may be transferred to the device or vice versa.
[0040] According to yet another aspect of the present invention, a device for use on board a motor vehicle is proposed. The device for use on board a first motor vehicle comprises a person recognition device; an interface for communication with an external entity; and a processing unit. The processing unit is configured to identify a second motor vehicle assigned to the person; to send information about the first person, the first motor vehicle, and the second motor vehicle to the external entity; and to receive setting data for adjusting a kinematic device on board the first motor vehicle to the person.
[0041] The device is preferably also configured to adapt the setup to the individual based on the received configuration data. In other words, the received configuration data can be implemented in the intended setup. Controlling the setup can be done using the 3516 PIF.
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[0043] This includes, in particular, that the device is instructed or controlled to make a moving element assume a predetermined position defined by the setting data.
[0044] The device can further be configured to assign the person's settings data and store it on board the vehicle. Should the person later use the vehicle again, they can be recognized, and the settings data assigned to them can be determined and activated locally. Preferably, locally stored settings data has a higher priority than settings data stored externally, and these settings preferably have a higher priority than settings data determined based on reference data relating to another person.
[0045] According to yet another aspect of the present invention, a motor vehicle comprises a device described herein. The motor vehicle can, in particular, comprise a passenger car.
[0046] According to yet another aspect of the present invention, a system comprises a location described herein and at least one motor vehicle. The motor vehicle can, in particular, carry a device as described herein. The system can include motor vehicles configured to supply setting data to the external location and at least one motor vehicle configured to retrieve or request setting data from the external location.
[0047] The invention will now be described in more detail with reference to the attached drawings, in which:
[0048] Figure 1 a system;
[0049] Figure 2 shows a schematic representation of a determination of setting data; and
[0050] Figure 3 shows a flowchart of a procedure-3516 PIF
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[0052] illustrated.
[0053] Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of a system 100. The system 100 comprises a motor vehicle 105 and an external location 110. The external location 110 comprises a processing unit 115, an interface 120, and preferably a data storage device 125. A device 130 is provided on board the motor vehicle 105, comprising a processing unit 135, an interface 140, and an optional data storage device 145. The interface 140 is configured to establish a communication link to the interface 120 of the external location 110 and to transmit data. The device 130 is connected to one or more devices 155 on board the motor vehicle 105 via a further interface 150.
[0054] A kinematic device 155 is designed to mechanically adjust an aspect of the motor vehicle 105 to a person 160 on board the motor vehicle 105. Examples include a seat 156 on which the person 160 can sit, an adjustable steering column 157 in the area of the seat 156, and an adjustable rearview mirror 158. Additional or other kinematic devices 155 are also possible.
[0055] A kinematic device 155 comprises at least one movable element which can be moved into a predetermined position by means of an associated actuator. In some cases, several movable elements are provided, one movable element being attached to another. The number of adjustment axes or degrees of freedom of a kinematic device 155 may depend on its embodiment or equipment variant. For example, a simply constructed seat 156 may only be configured so that a seat surface can be adjusted longitudinally in the direction of the motor vehicle 105 and a backrest can be adjusted in its inclination relative to the seat surface.
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[0057] is adjustable. A more elaborate version of a seat 156 may additionally include, for example, vertical adjustment of the seat surface, tilting of the seat surface about a transverse axis, vertical adjustment of the backrest, etc. Similarly, differences may exist in the features of other kinematic devices 155.
[0058] Certain elements of System 100 can be represented multiple times. Generally, elements that are provided for multiple times are identified by a reference numeral that includes a suffix containing a sequential number. The suffix is separated from the original reference numeral by a period. For example, reference numeral 105 generally designates a motor vehicle; a first motor vehicle is designated 105.1, a second 105.2, and so on.
[0059] Figure 2 shows a schematic representation of a determination of setting data for a kinematic device 155 on board a motor vehicle 105.
[0060] A first person 160.1 is assigned a first motor vehicle 105.1 and a second motor vehicle 105.2. A first kinematic device 155.1 is assigned to the first motor vehicle 105.1, and first setting data 165.1 is assigned to this device. The first device 155.1 can be adapted to the first person 160.1 using the first setting data 165.1.
[0061] Similarly, a second kinematic device 155.2 is assigned to the second motor vehicle 105.2, and second setting data 165.2 are assigned to this device. The second setting data 165.2 can be used to adapt the second device 155.2 on board the second motor vehicle 105.2 to the first person 160.1.-3516 PIF
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[0063] It is assumed that second setting data 165.2 has already been determined for the second motor vehicle 105.2. If the first person 160.1 now switches from the second motor vehicle 105.2 to the first motor vehicle 105.1, and no directly determined first setting data 165.1 for the first kinematic device 155.1 is yet available, then the first setting data 165.1 should be determined based on reference data.
[0064] The reference data pertains to a second person 160.2. A third motor vehicle 105.3 and a fourth motor vehicle 105.4 are assigned to the second person 160.2. A third kinematic device 155.3 is assigned to the third motor vehicle 105.3, and third setting data 165.3 is assigned to this device. A fourth kinematic device 155.4 is assigned to the fourth motor vehicle 105.4, and fourth setting data 165.4 is assigned to this device. The third setting data 165.3 can be used to adapt the third device 155.3 to the second person 160.2, and the fourth setting data 165.4 can be used to adapt the fourth device 155.4 to the second person 160.2.
[0065] If it can be assumed that the constellation shown in the upper part of Figure 2 with respect to the first person 160.1 is similar to a constellation shown in the lower part of Figure 2 with respect to the second person 160.2, then missing information from the first constellation can be determined based on corresponding information from the second constellation. For example, if it can be assumed that the second motor vehicle 105.2 is similar to the fourth motor vehicle 105.4, the second device 155.2 to the fourth device 155.4, the second setting data 165.2 to the fourth setting data 165.4, the first motor vehicle 105.1 to the third motor vehicle 105.3 and / or the first device 155.1 to the third device 155.3, then the first setting data 165.1 can be determined based on the third setting data 165.3. In particular, the third setting data 165.3 can be adopted as the first setting data 165.1.-3516 PIF
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[0067] To determine the similarity of the constellations, the elements included can be compared pairwise. The comparison can determine a similarity that can be expressed on a predetermined scale. If all determined similarity values exceed the assigned, predetermined thresholds, then sufficient similarity, as defined by the technique presented herein, is present. In another embodiment, a first vector 205.1 is defined for the first constellation and a second vector 205.2 for the second constellation. The first vector 205.1 is assigned to the first person 160.1 and the second vector 205.2 to the second person 160.2. The elements to be compared are entered into vectors 205.1 and 205.2 in a corresponding manner. Elements to be compared, for example, the first motor vehicle 105.1 and the third motor vehicle 105.3, have the same position in the different vectors 205.1 and 205.2.Now, a similarity between vectors 205.1 and 205.2 can be determined. This similarity can be determined, in particular, as cosine similarity, thus providing a numerical measure of the similarity. If this measure exceeds a predetermined threshold, it can be assumed that the constellations are sufficiently similar to determine the first setting data 165.1 based on the third setting data 165.3.
[0068] A key part of the technique described herein consists of finding, for a given constellation with respect to the first person 160.1, a sufficiently similar, ideally identical, constellation of elements that are assigned to the same person 160.2. For this purpose, a collection of setting data 165 is preferably created, each of which is assigned to equipment 155 on board motor vehicles 105. Setting data 165 that are directly or indirectly assigned to the same person 160 can be used as reference data for determining setting data 165 for another person 160 to whom at least two motor vehicles 105 are assigned.-3516 PIF
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[0070] Figure 3 shows a flowchart of an exemplary procedure 300, which explains this technique in more detail.
[0071] In step 305, the first person 160.1 is recognized at the first motor vehicle 105.1. For this purpose, the first person 160.1 can, for example, log in to the motor vehicle 105.1 or use a personalized key that can be recognized by the motor vehicle 105.1. Alternatively, a device for identifying the person 160.1 can be provided, for example, based on a biometric characteristic.
[0072] In step 310, it is checked whether the initial configuration data 165.1 for the first setup 155.1 is available locally. For this purpose, the contents of the local data storage 145 can be checked. If this is not the case, the external location 110 can be contacted in step 315 to request the initial configuration data 165.1 stored there. Only if no initial configuration data 165.1 is directly available there can the procedure 300 continue with step 320.
[0073] In step 320, second setting data 165.2 for the second device 155.2 on board the second motor vehicle 105.2 can be determined to adapt to the first person 160.1.
[0074] In step 325, reference data can be determined that are as similar as possible to the data known regarding the first person 160.1. For this purpose, a third motor vehicle 105.3 can be determined that is as similar as possible to the first motor vehicle 105.1, and a fourth motor vehicle 105.4 that is as similar as possible to the second motor vehicle 105.2. Motor vehicles 105.3 and 105.4 are assigned to the same person 160.2. Equipment 155.3 and 155.4 on board motor vehicles 105.3 and 105.4 should be as similar as possible to equipment 155.1 and 155.2 on board motor vehicles 105.1 and 105.2, respectively. Au--3516 PIF
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[0076] Furthermore, the fourth setting data 165.4 should be as similar as possible to the second setting data 165.2. Similarities can be determined pairwise or with respect to vectors 205.1, 205.2.
[0077] If reference data could be found whose constellation is sufficiently similar to the constellation of data concerning the first person 160.1 in the manner described, then in step 330 the first setting data 165.1 can be derived based on the third setting data 165.3. The derivation can involve a simple copying, optionally with some adjustment.
[0078] In step 335, the determined initial setting data 165.1 can be accessed at the first device 155.1 of the motor vehicle 105.1 to adapt the first device 155.1 to the first person 160.1. This process can also be carried out if, in one of steps 310 or 315, initial setting data 165.1 was determined from the local data storage 145 or the data storage 125 of the external location 110. -3516 PIF
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[0080] Reference sign
[0081] 100 System
[0082] 105 motor vehicles
[0083] 110 external position
[0084] 115 Processing unit
[0085] 120 interface
[0086] 125 data storage
[0087] 130 Device
[0088] 135 Processing unit
[0089] 140 interface
[0090] 145 data storage
[0091] 150 additional interfaces
[0092] 155 kinematic setup
[0093] 156 seats
[0094] 157 adjustable steering column
[0095] 158 adjustable rearview mirror
[0096] 160 people
[0097] 165 settings data
[0098] 205.1 first vector
[0099] 205.2 second vector
[0100] 300 procedures
[0101] 305 Register first person on first vehicle
[0102] 310 Are the setting data for the first device available locally? 315 Are the setting data for the first device available directly online? 320 Determine the setting data for the second vehicle
[0103] 325 Determine transition data for third / fourth vehicle 330 Derive setting data for first vehicle
[0104] 335 Activate settings data
Claims
-3516 PIF 18 Claims 1. Method (300) for controlling a kinematic device (155) on board a motor vehicle (105), wherein the method (300) comprises the following steps: Determining a first and a second motor vehicle (105.1, 105.2) assigned to a first person (160.1); wherein the first motor vehicle (105.1) is assigned a first adjustable device (155.1) which can be adapted to the first person (160.1) on the basis of assigned first setting data (165.1); wherein the second motor vehicle (105.2) is assigned a second adjustable device (155.2) which can be adapted to the first person (160.1) on the basis of assigned second setting data (165.2); Determining a third and a fourth motor vehicle (105.3, 105.4) assigned to a second person (160.2); wherein the third motor vehicle (105.3) is assigned a third adjustable device (155.3) which can be adapted to the second person (160.2) on the basis of assigned third setting data (165.3); wherein the fourth motor vehicle (105.4) is assigned a fourth adjustable device (155.4) which can be adapted to the second person (160.2) on the basis of assigned fourth setting data (165.4); where it is determined that there is a predetermined similarity between corresponding elements (105, 155, 165) that are assigned to the persons (160); and Deriving first setting data (165.1) from the third setting data (165.3).-3516 PIF 19 2. Method (300) according to claim 1, wherein it is determined that there is a predetermined similarity between the first (105.1) and the third motor vehicle (105.3).
3. Method (300) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein it is determined that there is a predetermined similarity between the first (155.1) and the third adjustable device (155.3).
4. Method (300) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein it is determined that a predetermined similarity exists between the second (105.2) and the fourth motor vehicle (105.4).
5. Method (300) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein it is determined that there is a predetermined similarity between the second (155.2) and the fourth adjustable device (155.4).
6. Method (300) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein it is determined that there is a predetermined similarity between the second (165.2) and the fourth setting data (165.4).
7. Method (300) according to at least one of claims 2 to 6, wherein each person (160) is assigned a vector (205); wherein elements (105, 155, 165) to be compared are each entered into the vector (205) of the assigned person (160); and wherein it is determined that the vectors (200) have a predetermined similarity to each other.
8. Method (300) according to claim 7, wherein the elements (105, 155, 165) in the vectors are weighted in a predetermined manner.
9. Method (300) according to claim 7 or 8, wherein the similarity between the vectors is determined as cosine similarity.-3516 PIF 20 10. Method (300) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first setting data (165.1) are determined on the basis of the third setting data (165.3) only if no first setting data (155.1) for the first person (160.1) are stored on the first motor vehicle (105.1). Position 110 for determining setting data (165) for an adjustable device (155) on board a motor vehicle (105), wherein position (110) comprises the following elements: an interface (120) for connection to a motor vehicle (105); a data storage device (125) for storing a large number of setting data; a processing device (115) configured to receive a reference to a first person (160) and a first motor vehicle (105.1); to determine second setting data (155.2) that are assigned to a second facility (155.2) that are assigned to a second motor vehicle (105.2) that is assigned to the first person (160.1); to determine third setting data (165.3) that are assigned to a third facility (155.3) that are assigned to a third motor vehicle (105.3) that is assigned to a second person (160.2); to determine fourth setting data (165.4) which is assigned to a fourth facility (155.4) which is assigned to a fourth motor vehicle (105.4) which is assigned to the second person (160.2); to determine that there is a predetermined similarity between elements (105, 155, 165) assigned to persons (160); and first setting data (165.1) for a first setup (155.1) assigned to the first motor vehicle (105.1) that the-3516 PIF 21 The first person (160.1) is assigned, which can be derived from the third setting data (165.3).
12. Device (130) for use on board a first motor vehicle (105.1), wherein the device (130) comprises the following elements: a device for detecting a person (160); an interface (140) for connecting to an external location (110); a processing facility (135) designed to: determine a second motor vehicle (105.2) assigned to the person (160); to send a notification to the external body (110) regarding the first person (160), the first motor vehicle (105.1) and the second motor vehicle (105.2); and To receive setting data (165) for adapting a kinematic device (155) on board the first motor vehicle (105) to the person (160).
13. Device (130) according to claim 12, wherein the device (130) is configured to adapt the device (155) to the person (160) on the basis of the received setting data (165).
14. Motor vehicle (105) comprising a device (130) according to one of claims 12 or 13.
15. System (100) comprising a station (110) according to claim 11 and at least one motor vehicle (105) according to claim 14.