Camp Mode Power Control With Vehicle Leveling on Uneven Terrain
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Solution Overview
Problem
Vehicles lack an efficient method to dynamically adjust settings for special situational uses, such as camping or tailgating, to create a desired environment, particularly in uneven terrain where leveling and other system configurations are necessary.
Innovation Solution
A method that assesses the roll and pitch angles of a vehicle using position sensors and adjusts the electronically controlled suspension to level the vehicle, while also modifying settings for lights, HVAC, communication systems, and power delivery based on user-defined profiles for specific modes like camping, tailgating, or other situational uses.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If the electronically controlled suspension is adjusted to level the vehicle on uneven terrain, then the vehicle stability and comfort are improved, but the risk of collision with nearby objects increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary safety checks by assessing the likelihood of collision with objects near the vehicle before adjusting the suspension. If collision is likely, the suspension adjustment is prevented, thus counteracting the potential harmful effect before it occurs.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses sensors to detect objects near the vehicle and provides feedback to the suspension control system. This feedback loop allows the system to monitor the environment and adjust suspension settings dynamically to avoid collisions while maintaining leveling when safe.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple vehicle settings (lights, HVAC, power delivery) are adjusted for special situational uses, then the adaptability and user comfort are improved, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements a unified mode management mechanism that controls multiple vehicle subsystems (lights, HVAC, power delivery, suspension) through a single interface. This multi-functional approach allows one system to perform multiple functions, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining high adaptability for different situational uses like camping, tailgating, and snow play.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines control of diverse vehicle settings into a single integrated mode system. By merging the control of suspension, lights, HVAC, and power delivery into one unified mode framework, the system simplifies user interaction and reduces the complexity of managing multiple independent settings.
3Reliability
If the suspension adjustment range is limited by maximum possible travel constraints, then the safety and reliability are improved, but the ability to fully level the vehicle on steep terrain is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts suspension settings within the safe operational range rather than using fixed limits. Based on real-time sensor data about terrain and vehicle position, the system optimizes suspension travel within the maximum possible range, allowing full utilization of available adjustment capacity while maintaining safety boundaries.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables the vehicle to create a desired environment by leveling and optimizing various settings for special uses, ensuring safety and comfort by predicting collision likelihood and managing power consumption effectively.
Implementation Method 1
The assessment of the roll angle and the pitch angle may be based on data received from a position sensor built into the vehicle (e.g., a gyroscope)
Implementation Method 2
an electronically controlled suspension of the vehicle may be adjusted to reduce the roll angle or the pitch angle
Data Source
AI summary
Some embodiments may provide a method for a desired operating environment. A signal to place a vehicle in a designated mode corresponding to a desired operating environment may be received. The designated mode may include modifications to one or more default operating characteristics of the vehicle. The modifications may be while the vehicle is in parked mode and a vehicle access key associated with the vehicle is within proximity of the vehicle. In response to receiving the signal, characteristics of the vehicle to be modified in order to create the desired operating environment may be identified. The default operating characteristics may relate to power-consuming features or available power for connected accessories. One or more settings of the vehicle to change the default operating characteristics of the vehicle while in the designated mode may be modified.