Motorcycle Lap Time Notification Using Position-Based Auto Measurement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional motorcycles require manual operation by the driver to measure lap times, which is inconvenient.
Innovation Solution
A driving data notification system that includes a position detector, storage device, processor, and transmitter to automatically calculate and transmit lap times based on vehicle position data, eliminating the need for manual operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual operation is used to measure lap time, then the measurement can be performed with simple device structure, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to requiring driver intervention during driving
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically measures lap time using the vehicle's own position detector and storage device without requiring external intervention or manual operation by the driver. The processor calculates lap time by automatically comparing position data with pre-stored measurement point data, enabling the system to serve itself.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical operation (driver pressing a switch) with an automated electronic system. The position detector, storage device, and processor work together to automatically detect position, retrieve stored measurement points, calculate lap time, and trigger notifications without mechanical human intervention.
2Ease of operation
If automated lap time measurement is implemented, then ease of operation improves by eliminating manual operation, but device complexity increases due to additional components
Solution Approach 1:
The position detector and storage device serve multiple functions: they detect vehicle position during normal operation and simultaneously provide the data needed for automated lap time measurement. The processor both controls vehicle operations and calculates lap time, reducing the need for dedicated separate components.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses the vehicle's existing position detection and storage capabilities to automatically perform lap time measurement, eliminating the need for separate dedicated measurement hardware. The system serves itself by utilizing its own operational data for measurement purposes.
3Loss of time
If manual switch operation is required, then device complexity remains low, but loss of time occurs due to driver distraction and operation delay
Solution Approach 1:
The measurement points are pre-stored in the storage device before the driving activity begins. When the vehicle reaches these predetermined points, the processor immediately compares current position data with the pre-stored data and calculates lap time without requiring any real-time manual intervention or data input from the driver.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual time-consuming switch operation with automated electronic data comparison and calculation. The processor instantly retrieves pre-stored measurement points, compares them with current position data, and calculates lap time electronically, eliminating the time loss associated with manual driver operation.
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AI summary
A driving data notification system includes: a position detector configured to detect a position of a vehicle; a storage device configured to store driving data including position data of the vehicle detected by the position detector, and position data of a measurement point at which a lap time is measured; a processor configured to calculate the lap time based on the position data of the vehicle and the position data of the measurement point, in which the lap time calculated by the processor is to be stored in the storage device in a manner associated with the driving data, and a transmitter configured to transmit the lap time and the driving data stored in the storage unit to outside for causing the notification device to make a notification.