Selectable Preload Vehicle Security System with Wireless Mode Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle security systems require full-time technicians for removal or disabling, resulting in increased dealership overhead, as they are often pre-installed and cannot be easily configured or disconnected according to consumer preferences.
Innovation Solution
A multi-mode vehicle security system with a control module that can be wirelessly selected to operate in various modes, including vehicle security, remote keyless entry, and shock sensor modes, featuring a remote controller, memory for programming, and jumper inserts for easy activation or deactivation, allowing for consumer preference configuration and easy installation/disconnection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a security system is pre-installed in all vehicles by the manufacturer, then the system is available to all consumers, but the dealership incurs increased overhead costs and must employ full-time technicians for removal or disabling
Solution Approach 1:
The security system is divided into separable components: a control module that can be easily removed and a vehicle integration portion that remains. This segmentation allows the system to be pre-installed in all vehicles while enabling simple removal when not sold, eliminating the need for full-time technicians and reducing dealership overhead.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a security system is pre-installed in vehicles, then it can be configured according to consumer preferences, but the system components remain in the vehicle and the dealership absorbs the costs
Solution Approach 1:
The control module is designed to be easily extracted from the vehicle. When a consumer does not purchase the security system, the control module can be simply removed and taken out, while the vehicle integration portion remains. This extraction principle allows the dealership to avoid ongoing costs for unused systems while maintaining configuration flexibility.
3Adaptability or versatility
If newer security systems with enhanced options are installed prior to vehicle sale, then they are more attractive to consumers, but they must also be removed or disabled resulting in similar drawbacks
Solution Approach 1:
The system is pre-configured with multiple operational modes (security mode, remote keyless entry mode, shock sensor mode) before vehicle sale. The control module is designed with preliminary preparation for easy removal, including a removable housing and detachable connections. This allows the system to offer enhanced functionality while maintaining ease of removal when not purchased.
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AI summary
A multi-mode vehicle security system is provided. The system comprises: a control module wirelessly selectable to operate in one of a plurality of modes; and a function module for receiving a command from the control module and instructing a vehicle device to perform a function associated with the command.