Motorcycle Display System with Integrated Meter and Launcher
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing motorcycle display systems require riders to extensively move their line of sight to access both infotainment and vehicle running information, compromising usability.
Innovation Solution
A display system for straddled vehicles that includes a display unit and a communication unit connected to a portable terminal, allowing the display mode to be switched between a first mode showing vehicle running information and a second mode showing both running and launcher information, with icons arranged in a circular direction for enhanced visibility and operability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If separate meter unit and display unit are installed, then vehicle running information and infotainment information can be displayed independently, but rider needs to move line of sight extensively reducing usability
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the separate meter unit and display unit into a single integrated display unit that can show both vehicle running information and infotainment information simultaneously. This merging eliminates the need for the rider to shift their line of sight between separate units, thereby maintaining information display versatility while significantly improving usability.
Solution Approach 2:
The display unit is designed to perform multiple functions: displaying vehicle running information (speed, RPM, fuel level) and infotainment information (navigation, media playback, phone calls) within a single unified interface. This multi-functionality allows the rider to access all information from one location, resolving the contradiction between comprehensive information display and ease of access.
2Ease of operation
If display mode switches with one handle switch operation, then convenience and operability increase, but display layout must be dynamically adjusted
Solution Approach 1:
The display unit implements dynamic display modes that automatically adjust the layout and content based on the rider's needs. When a handle switch operation is detected, the system dynamically switches between different display configurations (e.g., full infotainment mode, full vehicle information mode, or split-screen mode), making the interface adaptable and convenient while managing complexity through automated control logic.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes display parameters such as screen layout, information priority, and visual emphasis in response to handle switch operations. By dynamically adjusting these parameters rather than requiring complex manual reconfiguration, the system achieves high convenience with manageable complexity through automated parameter modification.
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AI summary
A display system (2) which is to be installed in a straddled vehicle (1), includes: a display unit (20); and a communication unit (22) which is communicably connected to a portable terminal (30). The display system (2) is configured to: switch a display mode of the display unit (20) to a first display mode or a second display mode in response to an operation performed by a rider on a handle switch (3) of the vehicle (1); display a meter display picture (100) representing running information of the vehicle (1) on the display unit (20) in the first display mode; and display the meter display picture (100) and a launcher display picture (130) on the display unit (20) in the second display mode. At least a portion of a plurality of icons (132a to 132e) is displayed in the launcher display picture (130) so as to be arranged in a certain direction. Each of the icons is associated with a function of the portable terminal (30) or a function of the vehicle (1).