Rotatable In-Vehicle Operating Assembly for Function Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional in-vehicle control systems are limited in their ability to conveniently control diverse vehicle functions, particularly as they become more complex and integrated into interior design, requiring improved user interaction methods.
Innovation Solution
An in-vehicle operating apparatus with a rotatable assembly featuring multiple operating units that change exposure positions based on rotational states, allowing for different functions to be accessed depending on vehicle states or driver operations, incorporating sensors and a drive unit for efficient control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a central control point-based tree-type menu structure is used to control vehicle functions, then the number of controllable functions increases, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to complex navigation
Solution Approach 1:
The operating unit assembly is segmented into multiple independent operating units (first operating unit, second operating unit, etc.) disposed at different sides of the body. Each operating unit can be independently operated to control different vehicle functions, eliminating the need for complex menu navigation while maintaining high versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a single-dimensional menu hierarchy to a multi-dimensional control interface by disposing operating units at different spatial positions (first side, second side, etc.). This spatial arrangement allows users to access different functions through physical position rather than navigating through menu levels, significantly improving ease of operation.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple operating units are disposed at different sides of the body, then the versatility of control increases, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple operating units are merged into a single integrated operating unit assembly with a common body structure. This unified assembly reduces overall device complexity compared to having separate control units for each function, while still providing diverse control capabilities through the multiple operating units within the assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The operating unit assembly serves as a universal control interface that can control multiple vehicle functions through its multiple operating units. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate specialized control devices for different functions, reducing device complexity while maintaining high versatility.
3Ease of operation
If the operating unit assembly is rotated to switch between states, then the ease of operation improves by exposing different operating units, but the use of energy increases due to rotational movement
Solution Approach 1:
The operating unit assembly rotates periodically between different states (first state, second state, etc.) to expose different operating units. This periodic rotation allows the system to switch between different function sets on demand, providing ease of operation while minimizing energy consumption by only activating the rotation mechanism when state switching is required.
Solution Approach 2:
The operating unit assembly is designed to be dynamically rotatable, allowing it to change its orientation and expose different operating units based on operational requirements. This dynamic capability improves ease of operation by providing easy access to different functions, while the rotation is controlled to occur only when necessary, managing energy consumption effectively.
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AI summary
An in-vehicle control apparatus which executes various functions of a vehicle and a method for controlling the same are provided. The in-vehicle operating apparatus includes an operating unit assembly and a drive unit that is configured to rotate the operating unit assembly about one axis. The operating unit assembly includes a body, a first operating unit disposed at a first side of the body and configured to receive a first command to execute at least a first function, and a second operating unit disposed at a second side of the body opposite to the first side of the body and configured to receive a second command to execute at least a second function.