Tire Sensor Protocol Setup via Link Diagram Scanning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing tire sensor replacement processes are time-consuming and prone to errors due to the need for manual entry of vehicle data on small handheld device screens, leading to potential misselection of communication protocols and repeated visits to service centers.
Innovation Solution
A system utilizing an electronic device connected to a first database to display a link diagram, and a handheld mobile device to scan and retrieve the appropriate communication protocol, eliminating the need for manual data entry on the handheld device.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual entry of vehicle data is performed on a handheld mobile device, then the communication protocol can be selected, but the process is time-consuming and error-prone due to the small display screen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a link diagram (visual code) that contains encoded vehicle data. Instead of manually entering vehicle data through small screens, the system copies the data from the link diagram into the handheld device's buffer area, automatically retrieving the communication protocol. This eliminates manual entry errors and saves time.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a buffer area as an intermediary between the link diagram scanning and the database query process. The buffer area temporarily stores the scanned vehicle data, allowing the system to process and retrieve the communication protocol without requiring immediate manual confirmation or re-entry, thus streamlining the workflow.
2Loss of information
If vehicle data is entered on a handheld mobile device, then the communication protocol can be retrieved, but the entered data cannot be saved and may be lost when navigating to other functions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary action by automatically storing the scanned vehicle data in the buffer area immediately after scanning the link diagram. This preliminary storage ensures that the data is preserved before any further operations occur, preventing data loss when navigating to other functions or pages.
3Productivity
If the same vehicle returns for tire sensor replacement, then service can be provided, but the vehicle data must be re-entered since it cannot be saved
Solution Approach 1:
The patent copies vehicle data from the link diagram into a permanent record in the system. When the same vehicle returns, the system can retrieve the stored vehicle data and communication protocol information, eliminating the need to re-enter data and improving service efficiency.
4Reliability
If operators manually select communication protocols from many options, then the correct protocol can be chosen, but errors occur leading to repeat visits and diminished customer trust
Solution Approach 1:
The patent copies the correct communication protocol information directly from the link diagram into the system buffer. This automatic copying eliminates manual selection errors, ensuring the correct protocol is always used and improving installation accuracy and customer trust.
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AI summary
A system for setting a tire sensor communication protocol, comprising: an electronic device and a handheld mobile device. The electronic device, connected to a first database, displays a link diagram upon entering vehicle data. The handheld device, linked to a second database, retrieves a communication protocol from either the first or second database after scanning the link diagram. The communication protocol used for programming a corresponding tire sensor. This facilitates the selection of the appropriate communication protocol for different vehicle models without needing to input vehicle data on the handheld device, overcoming the challenges of small screen and input errors.