Telematic Device for Shared Vehicle Access Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle sharing technologies lack effective telematic solutions for secure vehicle access and misuse management, leading to potential theft and inefficiencies in vehicle utilization and maintenance.
Innovation Solution
A telematic vehicle sharing platform ecosystem that utilizes unique personal attributes, such as biometric features or smart devices, to manage vehicle reservations, monitor usage, and prevent misuse through a telematic device integrated with vehicle systems, enabling secure and controlled access and operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If virtual vehicle key sharing is implemented with readily available keys located within a vehicle, then ease of operation is improved, but security deteriorates leading to vehicle theft
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a telematic device as an intermediary between the user and the vehicle systems. This device communicates with the vehicle's control units to authorize access and operation, preventing direct unauthorized use while maintaining convenient access for authorized users. The telematic device acts as a mediator that verifies user identity and transmission of control commands through the vehicle's telematic system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical key systems with electronic telematic communication systems. Instead of physical keys that can be easily copied or lost, the system uses electronic authorization codes transmitted through telematic devices, providing both convenience and enhanced security through digital authentication and remote control capabilities.
2Device complexity
If traditional access control systems are used without telematic integration, then device complexity is reduced, but ability to monitor and manage vehicle usage deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The telematic device performs multiple functions including access authorization, vehicle operation control, usage monitoring, and data transmission. By integrating these diverse functions into a single device that communicates with the vehicle's existing telematic system, the patent avoids adding multiple separate systems while comprehensive monitoring and control capabilities.
Solution Approach 2:
The system continuously monitors vehicle usage parameters such as location, speed, and operational status, and transmits this data to remote servers. This feedback mechanism provides real-time information about vehicle usage, enabling centralized management and monitoring without requiring complex local monitoring infrastructure in the vehicle.
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AI summary
System, apparatus, device and methods relating to a telematic vehicle sharing platform ecosystem and a telematic vehicle share I/O expander to automate sharing and management of a vehicle that is shared by more than one operator.