Vehicle Onboard Command Conversion to Voice Instructions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current in-vehicle controls lack the ability to interact with apps installed on external electronic devices, and there is a need for a method to facilitate communication between a vehicle onboard computer system and external devices, particularly for executing and operating downloadable software applications.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that converts graphical user commands into voice instructions using machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, enabling the transmission of these voice instructions to VR-enabled electronic devices, allowing for the activation and operation of apps on these devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If graphical user controls are used in the vehicle, then users can interact with apps on electronic devices, but the complexity of the control system increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a voice recognition system as an intermediary between the user and the app control interface. Instead of requiring direct graphical interaction with complex app menus, users speak commands to a voice recognition module, which translates their intent into app control actions. This mediator simplifies the user interface while maintaining full app interaction capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical/graphical interaction system with an acoustic/voice-based system. Instead of requiring users to manually navigate graphical interfaces, touch buttons, or use physical controls, the system uses voice recognition to interpret commands and translate them into app control signals, thereby substituting a simpler interaction modality.
2Ease of operation
If voice recognition is implemented for app control, then ease of operation improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes the voice recognition system universal by enabling it to work with multiple different apps and electronic devices through a single integrated interface. The voice recognition module is designed to handle various app types (navigation, media, communication) and can interface with different electronic devices (smartphones, tablets, infotainment systems), thereby reducing the need for separate control mechanisms for each application.
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AI summary
A method for transmitting communications from a vehicle onboard computer system is provided. The method receives a graphical user command via a user interface; converts the user command into a voice instruction; and transmits the voice instruction to an electronic device, using machine-to-machine (M2M) communication.