Driving Simulation Scoring with Local and Universal Rules

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current driving simulators lack the ability to provide customizable and adaptive training scenarios that reflect local and universal driving standards, and fail to effectively monitor and feedback on driver performance in real-time, especially in emergency situations.

Innovation Solution

A computerized driving simulation system with a simulated cockpit, video displays, and a computerized simulation control module that includes programming to enforce generic and local driving rules, monitor performance, and provide immediate feedback, using a scoring library to evaluate driver actions against scenario-specific objectives and rules, with customizable rule sets and real-time scoring review capabilities.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If driving simulators use standard driving rules only, then the training is simple and easy to operate, but the training cannot reflect local and universal driving standards accurately

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptability to local and universal driving standardsVSAvoidcomplexity of driving rules and scoring system
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The driving rules are segmented into multiple categories including generic driving rules, local standard operating procedures, and emergency situation protocols. Each rule category can be independently configured and applied to specific training scenarios, allowing the system to handle diverse driving standards without overwhelming complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The scoring system dynamically adjusts based on the training scenario and driver performance. The system can modify scoring criteria in real-time during training sessions, adapting to different driving conditions and learner needs, which enhances adaptability while maintaining manageable complexity through automated adjustments

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Measurement precision

If driving simulators provide limited programming for minimum skill criteria, then the system is simple to operate, but the system cannot effectively monitor and feedback on driver performance in real-time

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprecision of driver performance monitoringVSAvoidcomplexity of performance monitoring system
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements continuous feedback mechanisms that monitor driver performance against defined criteria and provide real-time guidance. The scoring system automatically evaluates driver actions, compares them to standard operating procedures, and provides immediate feedback during training sessions, enhancing measurement precision while the automated nature of the feedback reduces operational complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The performance monitoring system operates autonomously, automatically collecting data from the simulation environment, evaluating it against predefined criteria, and generating feedback without requiring manual intervention. This self-service approach enables precise performance measurement while keeping the system simple to operate through automation

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Adaptability or versatility

If driving simulators use fixed scoring criteria, then the scoring system is easy to operate, but the system cannot provide customizable and adaptive training scenarios

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecustomizability of training scenariosVSAvoidease of scoring system operation
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system allows administrators to pre-configure scoring criteria and training scenarios before actual training sessions. Users can define custom scoring rules, select applicable driving standards, and set up scenario parameters in advance, enabling highly customizable training while the pre-configured nature of the system maintains ease of operation during actual training

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The scoring system is designed as a multi-functional platform that can accommodate various driving standards, scenarios, and evaluation criteria through a single unified interface. The system universally handles different training requirements (generic rules, local procedures, emergency protocols) using the same operational framework, thereby achieving customizability without sacrificing ease of operation

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS11132916B2Driving simulation scoring system
Publication Date: 2021.09.28 FAAC
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AI summary

A driving simulation system is configured to train a driver. The system includes a simulated driver cockpit which includes a steering wheel and at least one video display providing a simulated driving environment to the driver. The system further includes a computerized simulation control module including programming configured to operate a driving simulation through the simulated driver cockpit. The driving simulation includes combined driving rules including generic driving rules configured to universal driving standards and local standard operating procedures for a particular locale. The programming further monitors performance of the driver during the driving simulation, compares the performance of the driver to the combined driving rules, and provide feedback to the driver.