Autonomous Vehicle Mobile Device Detection After Passenger Drop-Off
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need to address the issue of users leaving their mobile devices in autonomous vehicles after arriving at a destination, as there is no human driver to retrieve them.
Innovation Solution
An autonomous vehicle system that determines if a user's or third party's mobile device is still on board after arrival at a destination and notifies them to retrieve it, using a processor, automated driving controller, cameras for facial recognition, and network interface for communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If autonomous vehicles operate without human drivers, then automation level and productivity are improved, but the risk of users leaving mobile devices in the vehicle increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system continuously monitors the vehicle interior using cameras and sensors to detect the presence or absence of mobile devices. When a device is detected left behind, the system provides feedback through notifications to the user's smartphone and alerts to vehicle authorities, enabling timely retrieval before the vehicle departs again
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary detection system comprising cameras, sensors, and image processing algorithms that act as a mediator between the user's mobile device and the autonomous vehicle system. This intermediary detects device presence and triggers notification mechanisms to prevent device loss
2Productivity
If the vehicle departs immediately after arrival, then productivity and vehicle utilization are improved, but users may not have time to retrieve their mobile devices
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary detection of mobile devices during the user's ride and prepares retrieval notifications in advance. Upon vehicle arrival, the system immediately determines whether devices remain in the vehicle and sends notifications before the vehicle departs, enabling users to retrieve devices without delaying the vehicle's next assignment
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a streamlined process where the system rapidly determines device presence upon arrival and immediately triggers notification mechanisms. This rushed-through detection and notification process ensures devices are identified and reported before the vehicle can depart for its next task, minimizing both device loss risk and vehicle idle time
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AI summary
Under the user's instruction, an autonomous vehicle travels to a selected location. The user chooses a place to arrive at the destination address. After the arrival of the autonomous vehicle, it is determined whether the user's or third party's mobile device is still in the vehicle. If the mobile device is still in the vehicle, the vehicle will notify the user or third party in one or more ways to come back and get their mobile device.