Dynamic Point Calculation for Boat Navigation Routes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional point granting methods for boat travel do not account for actual navigation distance variations due to weather or detours, leading to passenger dissatisfaction, as they only award points based on predetermined routes, failing to consider actual embarkation distances.
Innovation Solution
A point calculation device and method that calculates actual movement distance using position and speed data, awarding points based on differences between actual and preset distances, incorporating factors like route deviations, time differences, and environmental conditions to provide a more accurate and user-friendly reward system.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If points are granted based on preset route distance, then point calculation is simple and efficient, but passenger dissatisfaction occurs when actual navigation distance differs due to weather or detours
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from a static point calculation method (based on preset route distance) to a dynamic method that adapts to actual navigation conditions. The system now calculates points based on actual movement distance obtained from GPS or other position detection devices, allowing the point allocation to dynamically adjust according to weather conditions, detours, and other real-world factors affecting the journey.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the fundamental parameter used for point calculation from 'preset route distance' to 'actual movement distance'. This parameter change enables the system to account for variations in navigation path caused by weather, detours, or other conditions, thereby resolving the contradiction between calculation simplicity and passenger satisfaction.
2Reliability
If actual movement distance is calculated using GPS and position data, then passenger satisfaction improves by accounting for route deviations, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a self-service approach where the boat's own position detection device (GPS) automatically tracks and records the actual navigation path. The system autonomously calculates movement distance without requiring manual intervention or complex external monitoring infrastructure, thus improving passenger satisfaction while minimizing the increase in system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The position detection device serves multiple functions: it tracks the boat's position for navigation purposes, calculates actual movement distance for point allocation, and potentially provides other operational data. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate dedicated systems, thereby limiting the increase in overall system complexity while achieving improved passenger satisfaction.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This approach ensures passengers are rewarded based on their actual journey, enhancing user satisfaction by acknowledging and compensating for route deviations and environmental factors, while also incentivizing adherence to standard routes for efficient navigation.
Implementation Method 1
the actual movement distance calculation unit calculates the actual movement distance by integrating a speed of the vehicle
Implementation Method 2
calculates actual movement distance using position and speed data
Data Source
AI summary
A point calculation device includes an actual movement route calculation unit configured to calculate an actual movement route of a vehicle from departure to arrival, and a point calculation unit configured to calculate use points according to a difference between the actual movement route and a preset movement route from a departure location to an arrival location.