Mobile Scenario Control for Multi-System Vehicle Settings
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Solution Overview
Problem
Modern motor vehicles with increasing numbers of configurable systems, such as entertainment and ambient lighting, require users to adapt multiple systems through a built-in interface, which can be cumbersome and distracting, especially during operation.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that allow users to control multiple configurable systems of a motor vehicle using a mobile user device by specifying an operation scenario, retrieving associated parameters, and operating the systems accordingly, enabling single-input control of display, sound, and ambient lighting systems.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple configurable systems are provided in the motor vehicle, then the functionality and user experience are improved, but the complexity of controlling these systems increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines control of multiple configurable systems (display, sound, ambient lighting) into a single unified interface on a mobile user device. Instead of requiring separate controls for each system, the mobile device presents a consolidated interface where users can adjust all systems simultaneously, thereby reducing control complexity while maintaining full functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile user device serves as a universal control interface for multiple different configurable systems within the vehicle. A single device performs the function of controlling display units, sound systems, and ambient lighting, replacing the need for multiple dedicated control interfaces and simplifying the overall control architecture.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple configurable systems are controlled through a built-in user interface, then system integration is achieved, but user convenience deteriorates due to cumbersome operation
Solution Approach 1:
The mobile user device acts as an intermediary between the user and the vehicle's configurable systems. Instead of directly interacting with the built-in interface, users communicate control commands through their familiar mobile device, which then translates these commands to the appropriate vehicle systems. This mediator approach maintains system integration while significantly improving ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes the user's existing mobile device interface as a copy or replica of control functionality. Rather than requiring users to learn a new built-in interface, the system replicates familiar mobile device interaction patterns, allowing users to control vehicle systems through an interface they already know and find convenient.
3Ease of operation
If users control multiple systems simultaneously, then comprehensive control capability is achieved, but driver distraction increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system allows users to pre-configure control settings and scenarios on their mobile device before driving. Users can set up preferred configurations for different situations (e.g., entertainment mode, relaxation mode) in advance, reducing the need to adjust multiple systems while driving and thereby minimizing distraction.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables automatic control of configurable systems based on pre-set scenarios and conditions. Once users configure their preferences in advance, the systems can automatically adjust settings according to the selected scenario without requiring continuous user input during driving, thus maintaining comprehensive control capability while reducing driver distraction.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure is related to a method, a computer program, and an apparatus for controlling operation of two or more configurable systems of a motor vehicle. The disclosure is further related to a mobile user device and a motor, which make use of such a method or apparatus. In a first step, a user input specifying an operation scenario is received via a user interface of a mobile user device. Operation parameters associated with the specified operation scenario are then retrieved for the two or more configurable systems and the two or more configurable systems are operated in accordance with the operation parameters.