Adaptive Vehicle Storage for Autonomous Driving
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle storage systems do not adapt effectively to enhance functionality during autonomous driving modes, potentially interfering with the driver's interaction space when not in use.
Innovation Solution
An adaptive storage concept with a multi-stage retraction and extension mechanism, controlled by a driver assistance device, which adjusts storage elements into different positions based on the vehicle's mode of operation, enabling increased storage space only in autopilot mode to avoid driver interference.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If the storage element is extended into the driver's interaction space to provide more storage space, then the storage capacity is improved, but it interferes with the driver's interaction space and may cause safety issues during normal driving
Solution Approach 1:
The storage element is designed to be dynamically adjustable between retracted and extended positions based on the driving mode. During autonomous driving mode, the storage element extends to provide maximum storage capacity. During manual driving mode, the storage element retracts to avoid interfering with the driver's interaction space. This dynamic adjustment resolves the contradiction by making the storage capacity adaptive to the operational context.
Solution Approach 2:
The position of the storage element is changed as a parameter based on the driving mode detected by the system. When the autonomous driving mode is activated, the storage element's position parameter is adjusted to the extended state. When manual driving mode is detected, the position parameter is adjusted to the retracted state. This parameter-based control allows the system to optimize storage capacity while avoiding interference with the driver.
2Reliability
If the storage element is retracted to avoid interfering with the driver's interaction space during normal driving, then the safety is improved, but the storage functionality is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The storage element transitions from a static design to a dynamic one that can change its position based on operational requirements. During manual driving, it retracts to prioritize safety. During autonomous driving, it extends to maximize storage functionality. This dynamic behavior allows the system to adapt to different driving modes and optimize both safety and storage functionality at different times.
Solution Approach 2:
The storage element serves multiple functions depending on the driving mode: during manual driving, it acts as a safety-conscious compact component, while during autonomous driving, it becomes a full-capacity storage solution. The same physical component adapts its functionality based on the operational context, providing both safety during manual driving and enhanced storage during autonomous driving.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a multi-stage retraction and extension mechanism is implemented to provide multiple storage positions, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The retraction and extension mechanism is divided into multiple discrete stages, each providing a specific storage position. The first stage provides a partial extension for moderate storage needs, the second stage provides full extension for maximum storage capacity, and the retracted stage provides the compact position for manual driving. This segmentation allows the system to offer multiple storage configurations while maintaining manageable complexity through modular stage design.
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AI summary
A vehicle, including a driver assistance device with the aid of which an autonomous driving mode without driver intervention may be carried out in an autopilot mode, and including at least one storage element for storing objects, such as a cup holder and/or a storage table, which is adjustable between a position of non-use and at least one position of use. The driver assistance device is assigned a control unit, which enables an adjustment of the storage element into the position of use when the autopilot mode is activated and disables an adjustment of the storage element into the position of use when the autopilot mode is deactivated.