Motor Vehicle Seat Massage Control System Block-by-Block Selection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing motor vehicle seat massage control systems are complex and laborious to use, especially for drivers who need to operate them while driving, lacking simplicity and intuitiveness.
Innovation Solution
A method for controlling and selecting massage functions that organizes functions in a block-by-block manner, allowing users to scroll through and confirm selections easily, using a control system with massage zones on the seat and seatback, and an interface for user input, enabling intuitive operation without needing to know all functions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a variety of controls and detailed functions are provided for massage operations, then the functionality and versatility of the massage system is improved, but the complexity and laboriousness of operation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The massage control system is segmented into multiple selectable modes (first mode and second mode) that organize functions hierarchically. The first mode provides overview controls for different massage zones, while the second mode provides detailed adjustment options for selected zones, allowing users to access comprehensive functionality without being overwhelmed by all controls simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The control system dynamically switches between different operational modes based on user selection. The interface adapts its displayed information and available controls based on the current mode, transforming from a static complex control panel to a dynamic, context-sensitive interface that simplifies operation at each stage.
2Adaptability or versatility
If detailed controls and comprehensive massage functions are provided, then the system capability is improved, but the time required for operation and selection increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary organization of massage functions into predefined modes and categories before the user needs to select them. Common massage routines are pre-configured in the first mode, allowing users to quickly select a preset rather than manually adjusting each parameter, significantly reducing selection time while maintaining access to detailed functions when needed.
3Adaptability or versatility
If comprehensive massage functions are available, then the system versatility is improved, but the intuitiveness and simplicity of the interface deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Different parts of the control interface have different levels of detail and complexity appropriate to their function. The first mode presents simplified zone-level controls that are intuitive for quick selection, while the second mode provides detailed function controls for specific zones. Each interface region is optimized for its specific purpose, making the overall system both comprehensive and intuitive.
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AI summary
A method for controlling and selecting massage functions of a motor vehicle seat and include the steps of: switching the system to a selection mode and starting the selection mode; scrolling through massage functions that are organized in a block-by-block manner, wherein the massage functions that are organized in a block-by-block manner include a specific massage zone per block; confirming a selection of the massage block by way of a user selection; and terminating the selection mode.