Pop-up Electronic Shift Lever Dynamics
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electronic auto shift levers occupy valuable space, protrude from the console, and pose safety risks during collisions, while lacking a unique operational advantage and clear indication of gear shift stages.
Innovation Solution
A pop-up type electronic auto shift lever with a touch screen input unit that retracts into the console when not in use, featuring a pop-up mechanism driven by motors, providing intuitive operation and aesthetic improvements, and integrating with automatic transmission control units for efficient gear shifting.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the shift lever protrudes from the console for easy operation, then the ease of operation is improved, but the space utilization and safety are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The shift lever is designed with a pop-up mechanism that allows it to dynamically change its position between retracted and protruded states. The lever body (100) can be popped up to a protruding state for operation and then retracted into the console, transforming from a static structure to a dynamic one that adapts to different operational needs, thereby improving space utilization while maintaining ease of operation when needed.
2Ease of operation
If the shift lever protrudes from the console for easy operation, then the ease of operation is improved, but the safety during collision is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The shift lever employs a dynamic pop-up mechanism that allows it to be retracted into the console when not in use or during collision events, eliminating the protruding structure that could cause injury. The controller (300) can command the lever to retract automatically upon detecting collision signals, transforming the static safety risk into a dynamic safety feature.
3Volume of moving object
If the shift lever is retracted into the console to improve space utilization, then the space utilization is improved, but the ease of operation is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by automatically popping up the shift lever (100) when operation is detected or needed, and retracting it when not in use. The controller (300) anticipates operational needs and prepares the lever in the appropriate position, eliminating the need for manual extension while maintaining easy access when required.
4Ease of operation
If the shift lever protrudes from the console to provide operational feedback, then the ease of operation is improved, but the appearance and space are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The shift lever utilizes a dynamic pop-up mechanism that allows it to protrude only when operational feedback is needed, maintaining a sleek, retracted appearance during normal driving. The lever body (100) transforms from a hidden state to a visible, interactive state dynamically, providing operational feedback when necessary while preserving aesthetic appearance at other times.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances space utilization, improves operational convenience, reduces manufacturing costs, and enhances safety by retracting during collisions, while providing emotional feedback and clear gear information to the driver.
Implementation Method 1
a pop-up part which includes a pop-up motor, and is disposed at a lower end of the pop-up lever, and pops up the pop-up lever when being driven
Data Source
AI summary
A pop-up type electronic auto shift lever is disposed in a console of a vehicle and interworks with an automatic transmission control unit of an automatic transmission. The pop-up type electronic auto shift lever may include a pop-up lever, a pop-up part and a controller which controls the pop-up lever and the pop-up part. The controller controls the pop-up lever to be inserted into the console of the vehicle when the pop-up lever is not used, and controls the pop-up lever to protrude outside the console of the vehicle when the pop-up lever is used.