Mobile App Toy Car Control via Vehicle Code Mapping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing remote control systems for toy cars are complex and lack simplicity in controlling both toy and real vehicles within a unified interface, requiring multiple codes and configurations for different functionalities.
Innovation Solution
A mobile application that uses a single code to identify and control both toy and real vehicles, determining a subset of functions for the toy vehicle based on the real vehicle's functions, allowing for simplified control and comparison of functionalities within a single application.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate control systems are used for toy vehicles and real vehicles, then each vehicle type can be controlled with dedicated functions, but the overall system complexity increases and ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The control system implements a universal interface that can identify and control both toy vehicles and real vehicles through a single code input mechanism. The system determines the vehicle type based on the entered code and automatically configures appropriate control functions, eliminating the need for separate control systems while maintaining dedicated functionality for each vehicle type.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses code representations (first code for real vehicles, second code for toy vehicles) to identify and replicate the necessary control functions for different vehicle types. By copying the identification and control logic into a unified system, the patent reduces overall complexity while preserving vehicle-specific capabilities.
2Adaptability or versatility
If separate control interfaces are used for toy vehicles and real vehicles, then each interface can be optimized for its specific vehicle type, but the ease of operation decreases due to multiple codes and configurations
Solution Approach 1:
A single control interface is designed to handle both toy and real vehicle control through a unified code input system. The interface automatically determines the vehicle type and configures appropriate controls, allowing users to operate different vehicle types through one standardized interface rather than learning multiple separate control systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The control system automatically determines the vehicle type based on the entered code and self-configures the appropriate control functions without requiring manual setup or user knowledge of vehicle-specific configurations. This self-service approach simplifies operation while maintaining vehicle-specific control capabilities.
3Ease of operation
If a unified control system is used for both toy and real vehicles, then ease of operation improves with a single interface, but the adaptability to handle different vehicle functionalities may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The unified control interface implements different control logic and functions based on the local requirements of each vehicle type. When a real vehicle code is entered, the system activates real vehicle control functions; when a toy vehicle code is entered, it activates toy vehicle control functions. This local adaptation within a unified interface maintains both ease of operation and functional versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes operational parameters based on the vehicle type identified through code input. By detecting whether the code corresponds to a real or toy vehicle, the system dynamically adjusts its control parameters, available functions, and interface behavior to match the specific vehicle requirements, thereby maintaining full adaptability within a unified control framework.
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AI summary
It is described a method for remotely controlling multiple vehicles, the method comprising: receiving a first code by a mobile application, wherein the first code uniquely identifies a vehicle and a first set of functions of the mobile application, wherein the first set of functions of the mobile application remotely controls a set of functions of the uniquely identified vehicle; receiving a second code by the mobile application, wherein the second code identifies a toy vehicle and a second set of functions of the mobile application, wherein the second set of functions of the mobile application remotely controls a set of functions of the toy vehicle; determining the set of functions of the toy vehicle based on the set of functions of the vehicle, wherein the set of functions of the toy vehicle comprises at least a subset of the set of functions of the vehicle; and remotely controlling the toy vehicle based on the determined set of functions of the toy vehicle.