Configurable Vehicle Immobilization Control Module
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Solution Overview
Problem
Non-automotive vehicles lack effective theft deterrents due to non-configurable immobilization systems, multiple access points, and limited data exchange methods, making them vulnerable to theft and complicating security system integration and management.
Innovation Solution
A vehicular security system with configurable immobilization features, multiplex communication, and discrete inputs/outputs, using a control module with intelligent control, network interfaces, and software for adaptable functionality across various vehicle platforms, incorporating user authentication methods like keypads, biometrics, and wireless communication for secure and convenient access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If non-configurable immobilization systems are used in non-automotive vehicles, then security functionality is provided, but engineering costs and electronics costs increase due to customization requirements for low-volume production
Solution Approach 1:
The control module is designed as a universal platform that can be configured through software to provide immobilization functionality across multiple vehicle types and manufacturers. This allows a single hardware design to serve multiple applications, reducing engineering costs while maintaining security functionality through configurable parameters and adaptive identification of vehicle systems.
2Reliability
If non-configurable immobilization systems are used in non-automotive vehicles, then security functionality is provided, but electronics costs increase due to customization for low-volume production
Solution Approach 1:
The control module uses a universal electronics platform with configurable software that adapts to different vehicle applications without requiring custom hardware designs. This standardization enables higher production volumes and lower electronics costs while maintaining security functionality through software-based customization.
3Reliability
If comprehensive security features are implemented across multiple access points in non-automotive vehicles, then security coverage is improved, but wiring complexity and installation cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The control module serves as a centralized security platform that can monitor and control multiple access points through a single integrated system. This eliminates the need for separate security systems at each access point, reducing wiring complexity while maintaining comprehensive security coverage across the vehicle.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple security functions for different access points are merged into a single control module that provides centralized management. This consolidation reduces the overall wiring requirements and installation complexity compared to having separate security systems for each access point.
4Adaptability or versatility
If configurable immobilization features are implemented, then adaptability to different vehicle platforms is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control module uses dynamic configuration through software that adapts to different vehicle platforms based on detected system characteristics. This allows the same hardware to provide platform-specific functionality without requiring complex pre-programming or manual configuration, managing system complexity through adaptive rather than static design.
Solution Approach 2:
The control module automatically identifies and adapts to the vehicle platform it is installed in, eliminating the need for complex manual configuration or pre-programming for each platform. The system self-configures based on detected vehicle characteristics, providing adaptability while keeping the user interface simple.
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AI summary
A control module provides for immobilization of a vehicle. The control module includes an intelligent control disposed within a housing of the control module, a plurality of discrete inputs and a plurality of discrete outputs operatively connected to the intelligent control, at least one network interface operatively connected to the intelligent control, at least one user interface operatively connected to the intelligent control, and software stored for execution by the intelligent control, the software providing instructions to control functions of a vehicle associated with the control module, the functions including vehicle immobilization functions.