Vehicle Communication System Remote Antenna Training
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing in-vehicle integrated remote control systems for devices like garage door openers are difficult to train, requiring users to exit the vehicle and deal with weather conditions, making the process time-consuming and inaccurate.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle communication system with a transceiver module and remote receive antennas allows users to program and operate the system from within the vehicle, using a switch and indicator buttons to enter training mode and store RF signals for later transmission, eliminating the need to physically interact with exterior components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the transceiver module is mounted on the exterior of the vehicle (e.g., in the bumper), then the RF signal transmission to external devices is improved, but the training process becomes difficult and time-consuming as the operator must exit the vehicle to locate and interact with the control
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary system consisting of a remote receive antenna positioned within the vehicle interior and a signal routing mechanism. This intermediary allows the training signal to be received inside the vehicle and routed to the transceiver module mounted on the exterior, eliminating the need for the operator to exit the vehicle while maintaining reliable RF signal transmission capability.
2Reliability
If the transceiver module is mounted on the exterior of the vehicle, then the RF signal transmission is improved, but the training process becomes dependent on weather conditions and reduces accuracy in detecting control position
Solution Approach 1:
The remote receive antenna serves as an intermediary that receives the training signal from the external control device and transmits it to the transceiver module. This allows the system to detect and learn the control signal characteristics without requiring the operator to physically locate or touch the external transceiver module, thereby improving position detection accuracy and eliminating weather dependency.
3Ease of manufacture
If the operator must exit the vehicle to train the system, then direct interaction with the transceiver module is possible, but the training process becomes time-consuming and extends the activity duration
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables self-service training by allowing the operator to initiate and complete the training process from within the vehicle interior. The remote receive antenna automatically captures the training signal when the operator presses the control button, eliminating the need to exit the vehicle and significantly reducing the time required for system configuration.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This solution simplifies and streamlines the training process, increasing convenience and accuracy by enabling users to train the system while remaining inside the vehicle, independent of weather conditions.
Implementation Method 1
A remote receive antenna positioned within the vehicle interior and configured to receive a training signal from an external transmitter and transmit the training signal to the transceiver module
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AI summary
A communication system for a vehicle that includes a transceiver having a transmit antenna disposed adjacent to an exterior component of the vehicle, the transceiver being configured to transmit at least one signal to a receiver external to the vehicle. The communication system also includes a controller having a processor and a memory storage device, the memory storage device being configured to store the at least one signal and to output the at least one signal to the transceiver. The communication system also includes a remote receive antenna disposed within an interior of the vehicle and communicatively coupled to the memory storage device, wherein the remote receive antenna is configured to receive the at least one signal from a training transmitter and to output the at least one signal to the memory storage device.