Adaptive GUI Widget Gestures for Safer In-Vehicle Operation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing input apparatuses for operating devices in vehicles, such as radios and air conditioning systems, require significant user attention, which can be distracting and unsafe, especially during situations that require full attention, like driving.
Innovation Solution
A method that arranges widgets on a graphical user interface with simple, distinct input gestures for each, reducing cognitive load and minimizing attention diversion. This is achieved by detecting current situations requiring increased attention and adapting the interface to prioritize safety.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If input apparatuses are provided for each device or one input apparatus is provided which can be coupled alternately with one of several devices, then the device can be operated with multiple functions, but the user's attention and concentration are strongly required which may distract from safe operation
Solution Approach 1:
The input apparatus dynamically adapts its behavior based on the detected situation. When a situation requiring increased attention is detected, the system automatically simplifies the input gestures required for operating functions, transforming from complex multi-step gestures to simple single-step gestures, thus maintaining versatility while reducing cognitive load and improving safety
2Measurement precision
If complex input gestures are assigned to widgets for precise control, then the operating function can be selected accurately, but the cognitive load increases and user attention is diverted from the main task
Solution Approach 1:
The system changes the parameters of input gestures dynamically based on the situation. When increased attention is required, the system transitions from requiring complex, multi-component gestures to simple, single-component gestures, thereby reducing cognitive load while maintaining sufficient input accuracy for safe operation
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple widgets are displayed on the graphical user interface for different operating functions, then the device functionality is enhanced, but the user's concentration is diverted and safety is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the widget display and input gestures based on situational context. When increased attention is required, the system selectively activates only essential widgets with simplified input methods, separating critical functions from non-critical ones, thereby maintaining necessary functionality while reducing distraction and improving safety
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AI summary
A method for increasing safety during the operation of a device. Multiple widgets are displayed on a graphical user interface. Each widget is assigned an operating function of the device; each operating function is selectable by selecting the corresponding widget via an input gesture of a user. Data relating to a current situation is detected, and it is determined whether increased attention is required in the current situation based on the data. If increased attention is required, the widgets are arranged such that each widget is assigned a simple input gesture which differs greatly from input gestures assigned to other displayed widgets in order to increase safety during the operation of the device.