Proximity Alert Mobile App Software Collision Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems for preventing unwanted interactions or collisions require additional hardware and software, making them costly and impractical, and rely solely on human perception, which is fallible.
Innovation Solution
The Proximity Alert Mobile Application uses mobile device mapping and velocity-based software to identify and alert users of potential collisions, utilizing existing mobile device technologies to enhance situational awareness by tracking users' locations and sending real-time notifications.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If additional hardware and software are used for proximity detection, then measurement precision is improved, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by utilizing existing mobile device components (camera, GPS, accelerometer, processor) that serve multiple functions. The camera captures images for both photography and proximity detection, the GPS provides location data for both navigation and collision warning, and the accelerometer serves both motion sensing and proximity assessment purposes. This eliminates the need for dedicated proximity detection hardware.
Solution Approach 2:
The system applies self-service by having the mobile device's existing sensors and processors perform proximity detection tasks without requiring external specialized equipment. The device uses its own camera to detect other users, its own GPS to determine location, and its own processor to analyze velocity and generate warnings, making the system self-sufficient.
2Ease of operation
If human perception is used for collision detection, then ease of operation is improved, but reliability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies feedback by continuously monitoring user velocity and position through mobile device sensors, comparing this data against safety parameters, and providing real-time visual and audible warnings when potential collisions are detected. This closed-loop system enhances human perception with objective, reliable data from electronic sensors.
Solution Approach 2:
The system introduces an intermediary layer between the user and the environment by using mobile device sensors and software to detect and process proximity information, then presenting this processed information to the user through warnings and alerts. This intermediary enhances human perception capabilities with electronic detection and analysis.
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AI summary
PROXIMITY ALERT MOBILE APPLICATION SOFTWARE. is disclosed. The Proximity Alert Mobile Application relies on existing mobile devices and system technologies common to most people. Additionally, the Proximity Alert Mobile Application alerts all users of the application when proximity violations occur so all effected parties can take action.