Vehicle Animal Bite Detection System Using Motion Sensors
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for preventing animal bites on vehicles, such as using current-carrying metal plates or static devices, are either ineffective or lead to animals becoming accustomed to them, as they require extensive installation and do not adequately protect all access points, particularly in areas like the engine compartment.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a detection module with sensors, a communication module, and a programmable mobile telecommunications terminal that allows for flexible user-defined reactions to animal biting attempts, including automatic expulsion of intruders using an actuator module, with options for user interaction and notification via a mobile radio interface.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If current-carrying metal plates or static devices are used to prevent animal bites, then animals are subjected to electric shocks and avoid the protected area, but the devices require extensive installation covering all access points and animals may become accustomed to them
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs dynamic protection by using motion-activated sensors and lighting systems that respond to animal movement. Unlike static electric shock devices, this system activates only when motion is detected, creating a dynamic deterrent that adapts to animal behavior while reducing unnecessary activation and energy consumption.
Solution Approach 2:
The protection system is divided into multiple independent sensor zones and light sources distributed throughout the engine compartment. Each sensor and light source operates independently, allowing selective activation of only the necessary protection areas rather than requiring comprehensive coverage of all possible access points.
2Adaptability or versatility
If static devices with fixed components are used for animal bite prevention, then the protected accesses are deliberately avoided, but animals can still access other areas and become accustomed to the static deterrent
Solution Approach 1:
The system provides adaptable protection by dynamically adjusting which areas are protected based on real-time motion detection. The sensor network and lighting system work together to create flexible protection zones that can cover multiple access points simultaneously, adapting to different animal approaches without requiring user reconfiguration.
Solution Approach 2:
The system operates autonomously by detecting animal presence through motion sensors and automatically activating the appropriate light sources and alarm signals. This self-service capability eliminates the need for user intervention while providing comprehensive adaptability across multiple access points.
3Reliability
If comprehensive coverage of all access points is implemented with electric shock devices, then protection is more complete, but the installation effort and complexity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The protection system is segmented into multiple independent sensor-light pairs that can be individually installed in strategic locations. Each segment provides localized protection and can be activated independently, achieving comprehensive coverage through coordinated operation of simpler individual components rather than requiring complex integrated coverage of every access point.
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AI summary
The system has a detection module (21) attached on a vehicle (20), where a sensor is configured to detect the presence of an intruding animal pest in a monitored area (22) of the vehicle. A communication module (25) and a programmable mobile telecommunication terminal (41) are provided to indirectly transmit notification information (30) from the communication module to the programmable mobile telecommunication terminal through a mobile communication interface depending on a signal. A storage- or process-unit (42) is assigned to a mobile telecommunication network (40). Independent claims are included for the following: (1) a method for detection or prevention of animal damage to vehicles; and (2) a computer program for performing the method for detection or prevention of animal damage to vehicles.