Vehicle Computing Unit Allocation During Safe Driving Operation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle computing units have unused computing power during operation due to varying demands, which are not efficiently utilized, leading to inefficiencies and underutilization.
Innovation Solution
A computer-implemented method that dynamically provides computing power from a vehicle's computing unit based on real-time status data, including vehicle operating information, to optimize utilization and support external processes without impairing vehicle functions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If computing power is provided only during charging process, then vehicle operation safety is ensured, but computing power utilization efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts computing power allocation based on real-time vehicle status. The control unit continuously monitors operating parameters and dynamically determines the available computing power portion, transitioning from a static charging-only model to a dynamic operation-based model that adapts to current vehicle conditions
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the operational parameters of the computing unit based on vehicle status. By monitoring parameters such as driving situation, automation level, and energy consumption, the system adjusts the computing power provision parameters to allow external task execution during vehicle operation while maintaining safety requirements
2Productivity
If computing power is provided during vehicle operation, then computing power utilization efficiency improves, but vehicle operation safety may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The system applies partial action by providing only a determined portion of the computing power to external tasks during vehicle operation. The control unit calculates the available computing power as a fraction of total computing power, ensuring that sufficient resources remain for safe vehicle operation while still enabling external computation
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms by continuously monitoring vehicle operating status and adjusting computing power allocation accordingly. The control unit receives feedback from sensors and system status, then dynamically adjusts the computing power provided to external tasks to maintain safety margins
3Productivity
If computing power is dynamically adjusted based on status data, then computing power utilization efficiency improves, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control unit serves multiple functions: it manages vehicle charging, monitors operating status, determines available computing power, and controls external task execution. By making the control unit universal and multi-functional, the system reduces the need for separate dedicated components for each function
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AI summary
A computer-implemented method for providing computing power of a computing unit of a vehicle having an energy storage unit includes recording or acquiring operating information of the vehicle, determining status data based on the operating information of the vehicle, and providing computing power from the computing unit of the vehicle, based on the status data. A control unit and a vehicle are also provided.