Micro-mobility Cockpit Assembly Integration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Contemporary micro-mobility fleet vehicles face issues with aftermarket accessories being prone to damage, vandalism, and being aesthetically unpleasing, as well as not being intuitive to operate, due to retrofitted visibility, interface, and communication elements.
Innovation Solution
A cockpit assembly for micro-mobility fleet vehicles featuring a headlight assembly with programmable light emitting elements, a mobile computing device holder, and a user interface display, integrated into a unitary structure that wraps around the handlebar assembly, providing a seamless and intuitive design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If retrofitted aftermarket accessories are added to micro-mobility fleet vehicles, then visibility, interface, and communication requirements are met, but the components become exposed to damage, vandalism, and theft
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the headlight assembly, user interface display, and mobile computing device holder into a single cockpit assembly unit that is built as part of the vehicle's factory structure. This merging of previously separate retrofitted components into one integrated unit reduces exposure to damage and vandalism while meeting all visibility and interface requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The cockpit assembly is designed and installed during vehicle manufacturing rather than being added as an aftermarket retrofit. This preliminary integration ensures that the components are properly protected from the outset, preventing the exposure to damage, vandalism, and theft that plagues retrofitted accessories.
2Ease of operation
If retrofitted components are added to micro-mobility fleet vehicles, then transportation management system requirements are met, but the components become cumbersome and not intuitive to operate
Solution Approach 1:
By combining the user interface display and mobile computing device holder into the cockpit assembly, the patent creates a unified control interface that is intuitively positioned for user interaction. This integration eliminates the cumbersome nature of separate retrofitted components and provides a seamless user experience.
Solution Approach 2:
The cockpit assembly serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides illumination through the headlight assembly, displays information through the user interface, and holds mobile computing devices. This multi-functionality in a single integrated unit simplifies operation compared to separate add-on components.
3Shape
If retrofitted components are added to micro-mobility fleet vehicles, then safety regulations are complied with, but the components become aesthetically unpleasing
Solution Approach 1:
The integration of headlight assembly, user interface display, and mobile device holder into a single cockpit assembly creates a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing appearance. This unified design eliminates the visual clutter of separate retrofitted components while maintaining all safety and functionality requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The cockpit assembly is designed with specific aesthetic considerations for different regions: the headlight assembly provides illumination functionality while the curved panel provides a sleek visual appearance, and the user interface display offers both information presentation and aesthetic appeal. Each component is optimized for its local function while contributing to overall aesthetic quality.
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
The cockpit assembly enhances the functionality and safety of micro-mobility fleet vehicles by providing effective illumination, secure device mounting, and intuitive user interfaces, while maintaining a sleek and durable design.
Implementation Method 1
a headlight assembly configured to illuminate a road surface substantially in front of the micro-mobility fleet vehicle
Implementation Method 2
The user interface may include an electronic ink display
Data Source
AI summary
A cockpit assembly for a micro-mobility fleet vehicle may include at least two visible and at least partially opposed faces linked by a fold aligned along an axis of a handlebar assembly, such as a first face, a second face, and an intermediate portion connecting the first face to the second face. The first face may include a headlight assembly. The second face may include a display of a user interface that is arranged to face a rider of the fleet vehicle. The display may be disposed adjacent to and/or beneath a mobile device holder. The first face, the second face, and the intermediate portion may wrap at least partially around the handlebar assembly to position the first face towards a front of the fleet vehicle and the second face towards a rear, a rider, and/or a seat of the fleet vehicle.