Vehicle Control Module Remote Command Restriction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Passengers' misuse of vehicle system controls can lead to driver distraction, increasing the risk of visual, manual, and cognitive distractions while driving, compromising safety.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that limit remote control between portable electronic devices and vehicle systems by implementing countermeasure controls, such as parental controls, step controls, power restriction controls, and remote disable controls, to restrict or prevent passengers from misusing vehicle system settings.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If passengers are allowed to remotely control vehicle systems via portable electronic devices, then passenger convenience and entertainment are improved, but driver distraction and safety risks increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments control authority by creating distinct control zones: the driver retains control of safety-critical systems (steering, braking, acceleration), while passengers are granted access to non-critical systems (climate control, audio, window controls). This segmentation allows passenger convenience without compromising driver attention and safety.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a vehicle control system as an intermediary between portable electronic devices and vehicle systems. This intermediary layer filters and manages control commands, ensuring that only appropriate commands from authorized users reach the vehicle systems, thereby preventing harmful driver distraction while maintaining passenger convenience.
2Ease of operation
If passengers can modify vehicle system settings, then passenger comfort is improved, but vehicle settings may be changed from driver preferences
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by assigning different control permissions to different passengers and different vehicle systems. The driver maintains exclusive control over safety-critical settings, while passengers receive limited control over comfort-related systems. This differentiated approach allows passenger comfort adjustments without disrupting driver-preferred settings for critical functions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamic control permissions that can change based on driving conditions. When the vehicle is in motion or the driver is actively controlling the vehicle, passenger control is restricted. When the vehicle is stationary or in autonomous mode, passenger control permissions are expanded. This dynamic approach balances passenger comfort needs with vehicle settings stability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If remote control access is provided to passengers, then entertainment and usability are improved, but the risk of misuse and unsafe operations increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary anti-action by implementing preemptive safety measures before passenger control can cause harm. The system pre-identifies safety-critical systems that must remain under driver control and pre-configures restriction rules. Control commands are validated against these pre-established safety parameters before execution, preventing misuse before it can occur.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms that continuously monitor vehicle state and control command validity. When a passenger attempts to control a restricted system or when vehicle conditions indicate potential safety risks, the system provides immediate feedback by blocking the command and notifying the driver. This real-time feedback loop maintains reliability while preserving remote control functionality for appropriate uses.
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AI summary
A method and system for limiting remote control between a portable electronic device and one or more vehicle systems in a vehicle. The method and system include connecting the portable electronic device to the vehicle. The method and system also include sending one or more remote control commands from the portable electronic device to the one or more vehicle systems, the one or more remote control commands are executed for remotely controlling the one or more vehicle systems from the portable electronic device. Additionally, the method and system include determining one or more countermeasure controls associated with the one or more remote control commands. The method and system further include restricting the execution of one or more remote control commands from the portable electronic device if it determined that one or more countermeasure controls are associated with the one or more remote control commands.