Digital Dashboard Simulation for Vehicle Comparison
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
The car buying process is intimidating due to high purchase prices and confusing financing options, and potential buyers lack a practical way to compare and experience different vehicles before making a decision, especially for electric vehicles which are expensive and have range anxiety concerns.
Innovation Solution
A digital dashboard system that allows drivers to select and simulate the interface of their preferred vehicle, comparing performance data to estimate the cost of ownership and providing virtual test drives by mimicking the graphical interface and features of various vehicles, including electric vehicles, using a mobile device or remote server processing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If potential buyers physically test drive multiple vehicles to compare and experience them, then they can make informed purchasing decisions, but the process becomes time-consuming and intimidating
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates virtual copies of physical vehicles through digital simulations. The system generates virtual test drives that replicate the experience of physically driving actual vehicles, allowing users to compare multiple vehicles without leaving their location. This copying approach maintains measurement precision for vehicle comparison while eliminating the time loss associated with physical test drives.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a digital simulation system as an intermediary between the buyer and the vehicles. This intermediary provides a middle ground that captures the essential comparison experience without requiring direct physical interaction with multiple vehicles. The simulation acts as a mediator that preserves comparison accuracy while reducing time investment.
2Loss of information
If potential buyers gather detailed information about vehicle features and specifications, then they can make informed decisions, but the information becomes overwhelming and confusing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments comprehensive vehicle information into organized categories and structured data elements within the simulation system. By dividing detailed specifications, features, and performance data into manageable segments, the system maintains information completeness while reducing the complexity of processing and understanding. Users can access detailed information when needed without being overwhelmed by presenting it in an organized, on-demand manner.
3Adaptability or versatility
If buyers consider expensive electric vehicles, then they can access advanced features and technology, but range anxiety and high purchase prices create intimidation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by allowing users to virtually test drive electric vehicles and experience their performance characteristics before making a purchase decision. The simulation provides advance exposure to vehicle behavior, range capabilities, and feature functionality, reducing uncertainty and anxiety about expensive EV purchases. Users can explore advanced features and technology in a risk-free virtual environment before committing to high purchase prices.
Data Source
AI summary
Vehicle profiles allow drivers of vehicles to select any vehicle they desire to simulate. A graphical dashboard may be reconfigured to assume a graphical interface of any vehicle. A prospective buyer of an electric vehicle may configure the dashboard of a conventional, internal combustion vehicle to visually simulate an electric vehicle.