QR Code Wheel Servicing System for Rapid Data Retrieval
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wheel servicing systems are time-consuming due to the repetitive and manual process of collecting diagnostic data for vehicle wheel alignment and balance, which depends on specific vehicle types and owner information.
Innovation Solution
A wheel servicing system and method that uses a control unit to receive and process reference data, generating a QR code containing vehicle-specific information, allowing for quick data retrieval and storage, and includes measurement data for efficient diagnostic operations, with redundancy to prevent data loss.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual data entry methods are used to collect diagnostic information, then data can be entered from selection menus or input devices, but the process becomes time-consuming and repetitive
Solution Approach 1:
The system pre-generates QR codes containing vehicle reference data before the diagnostic process begins. These QR codes are stored on the vehicle or accessible via the vehicle identification system, eliminating the need for manual data entry during the actual diagnostic process. The preliminary preparation of data in QR code format enables rapid retrieval when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical data entry processes with an automated optical scanning system. Instead of operators physically typing or selecting data from menus, a QR code reader automatically captures and processes vehicle reference data through optical scanning, substituting the mechanical manual entry system with an automated optical-digital system.
2Reliability
If diagnostic data collection is performed manually for each vehicle service, then complete vehicle information can be obtained, but the repetitive process reduces productivity
Solution Approach 1:
The system creates and uses QR code copies of the vehicle reference data. Instead of repeatedly accessing and entering the original vehicle information from databases or manuals, the system generates QR code representations containing the essential vehicle parameters. These copies can be rapidly scanned and processed multiple times without degrading the source data or requiring repeated manual retrieval.
Solution Approach 2:
The QR code serves multiple functions simultaneously: it stores vehicle identification information, contains reference data for diagnostics, provides a unique vehicle signature, and acts as a rapid-access key for the servicing system. This multi-functional element replaces multiple separate data collection steps, improving both reliability and productivity.
3Loss of information
If vehicle reference data are stored and processed manually, then diagnostic reports can be prepared, but the process lacks efficiency and speed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual data processing and report preparation with automated computer-based processing. The QR code reader feeds vehicle reference data directly into the servicing system's computer, which automatically retrieves additional vehicle parameters from databases, processes measurement data, and generates diagnostic reports without manual intervention, dramatically reducing processing time while retaining all necessary information.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary data preparation by pre-storing vehicle reference data in QR code format and pre-organizing database information by vehicle type and model. When a vehicle is serviced, the system already has the essential data structure ready, requiring only the QR code scan to initiate the complete diagnostic and reporting process, rather than building the data structure during each service event.
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AI summary
A wheel servicing method, for a wheeled vehicle with tyres coupled to respective rims, comprises a step of receiving, in a control unit (601) provided with a processor and a memory, reference data (101) uniquely correlated with the vehicle. The method also comprises a step of processing the reference data (101) and generating image data (105) representing a QR code (5) and a step of transmitting the QR code (5) to an output peripheral (8) in order to make the code available to a user for subsequent displaying.