Vehicle Air Mode Switching Using Environmental and Travel Data
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Solution Overview
Problem
The timing of switching from outside air mode to recirculated air mode in vehicles is not optimally controlled, affecting cooling efficiency and fuel consumption.
Innovation Solution
An information processing device that determines the optimal timing for switching based on environmental and travel data, using a control unit to either perform the switching control or recommend it to the user, thereby improving fuel efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If switching control is performed based only on basic temperature conditions, then the control system remains simple, but the timing of switching is not optimized leading to reduced fuel efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by expanding the control decision parameters from basic temperature conditions to include multiple environmental factors (ambient temperature, humidity, solar radiation) and travel conditions (vehicle speed, route information, air conditioner operating hours). This comprehensive parameter set enables optimized switching timing that improves fuel efficiency without requiring complex system architecture, as the existing air conditioner control system can process these additional parameters.
2Productivity
If switching control is performed immediately when cooling conditions are met, then cooling efficiency is improved, but the notification process and user recommendation reduce the speed of action
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by performing comprehensive analysis of environmental and travel conditions before executing the switching control. The control unit evaluates multiple parameters in advance to determine the optimal switching timing, and only then issues a notification to the user. This preliminary analysis ensures that switching occurs at the most efficient moment for fuel consumption, balancing cooling efficiency with energy optimization.
3Use of energy by moving object
If the system automatically performs switching control, then fuel efficiency is optimized, but the user loses control over air conditioning operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback by issuing notifications to the user when switching control is determined to be appropriate, based on comprehensive analysis of environmental and travel conditions. The system provides this feedback information to the user, who then decides whether to execute the switching. This feedback mechanism maintains user control and awareness while leveraging the system's analytical capabilities to optimize fuel efficiency, allowing users to make informed decisions about air conditioning operations.
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AI summary
An information processing device includes a control unit configured to determine whether to perform switching control for switching from an outside air mode to a recirculated air mode in a vehicle, based on acquired environmental data and travel data of the vehicle. The control unit is configured to, when determination is made that the switching control is to be performed, either perform a notification process for recommending to perform the switching control, or perform the switching control.