Movable Knob Dial Interface for Adaptive Vehicle Function Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional vehicle cockpit operation methods are limited in design and convenience, particularly in autonomous vehicles, where they fail to accommodate various traveling modes effectively, reducing user experience.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle function operation apparatus featuring a matching table with icons for different in-vehicle functions and a position-variable knob dial that projects widgets for detailed function operations, allowing touch and rotation control, with built-in backlight illumination and wireless charging, enabling flexible and intuitive operation across various modes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional touch displays or hard buttons are used for vehicle operations, then the design structure is simple and manufacturing is easy, but the ease of operation and adaptability to various traveling modes is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The knob dial is designed to be movable and repositionable on the matching table surface, allowing it to dynamically change positions based on different traveling modes and user needs. This dynamic positioning capability enhances operational ease while maintaining a relatively simple overall design structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The matching table integrates multiple functions including display, touch input, and movable knob dial operations into a single unified interface. This multi-functional design improves ease of operation by consolidating controls while managing device complexity through integration rather than proliferation of separate components.
2Adaptability or versatility
If driver-centered operation packages are used, then ease of use for driving is improved, but adaptability to various traveling modes in autonomous vehicles is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adapts its operation interface based on detected traveling modes. The knob dial can be repositioned to different areas of the matching table corresponding to different function groups, allowing the interface to adapt to various traveling modes while maintaining ease of use through intuitive, context-appropriate control layouts.
Solution Approach 2:
Different areas of the matching table are designated for different function groups, with local illumination and control characteristics optimized for specific traveling modes. This local quality differentiation enables mode-specific optimization while maintaining overall system versatility.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a movable knob dial with wireless charging and projection capabilities is added, then adaptability and ease of operation are improved, but device complexity and manufacturing difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple functions including wireless charging, projection, and movable control capabilities are merged into the single matching table unit. This consolidation improves adaptability while managing manufacturing complexity by integrating functions into one component rather than requiring multiple separate assemblies.
Solution Approach 2:
The knob dial includes built-in wireless charging capability that automatically charges when placed on the matching table, eliminating the need for separate charging mechanisms or complex wiring. This self-service approach enhances adaptability while simplifying manufacturing by reducing external dependencies.
Data Source
AI summary
A vehicle function operation apparatus according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a matching table configured to display an icon for each of various in-vehicle functions for each area, and a position variable knob dial electrically linked when coming into contact with the matching table to project a widget for each detailed function of the corresponding icon positioned on a contact area with the matching table.