Intuitive Navigation Control for Autonomous Vehicles
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Solution Overview
Problem
Autonomous vehicles lack intuitive and convenient navigation methods for users to change routes or make detours without manual driving skills, and existing check-in processes often require electronic gadgets, which may not be accessible to all users.
Innovation Solution
A system allowing users to submit intuitive navigational commands such as forward, backward, turn left, and turn right, with enhanced maps showing available parking spots, and providing multiple check-in options including NFC, QR-code, and simple numerical code methods for gadget-free access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional destination-based navigation is used in autonomous vehicles, then the vehicle can reach the destination, but users cannot easily make detours or change routes without manual driving skills
Solution Approach 1:
The navigation control is segmented into simple directional commands (forward, backward, left turn, right turn, U-turn) rather than requiring complex route planning. Each button performs a single, intuitive function that users can understand without driving experience.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically calculates and executes the complete route based on simple user commands. When a user presses a directional button, the system independently determines the sequence of maneuvers needed to achieve the desired direction change and executes them autonomously.
2Extent of automation
If electronic gadgets are required for check-in process, then check-in can be automated, but users without electronic devices cannot access the vehicle
Solution Approach 1:
The check-in system supports multiple access methods including electronic gadgets (smartphones with apps, QR code scanners) and non-electronic methods (physical key cards, manual code entry). This multi-functionality ensures all users regardless of device ownership can access the vehicle.
Solution Approach 2:
The system introduces intermediate check-in methods that bridge between fully electronic and fully manual approaches. Physical key cards and printed QR codes serve as intermediaries that work with both electronic scanning systems and simple physical access mechanisms.
3Adaptability or versatility
If users need to change destination temporarily and switch back, then detour can be achieved, but the process becomes unnatural and inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The system prepares multiple route options in advance. When a user wants to take a detour, they can simply press directional buttons to indicate their desired direction, and the system has pre-calculated alternative routes ready to execute immediately without requiring full route re-planning.
Data Source
AI summary
System and method for a user to navigate an autonomous vehicle. In an aspect, after the user submits a forward command, the vehicle is arranged to go straight within a given distance. In another aspect, after the user submits a turn-right command, the vehicle is arranged to turn right and then go straight within a given distance. In yet another aspect, if the user submits a navigational command and doesn't enter any additional command within a given distance, the vehicle is arranged to go to a scheduled destination after the given distance is traveled.