Vehicle Image Recognition Module With Switchable Concealment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current vehicle face recognition systems with image capturing devices on pillars result in aesthetic inconsistencies and expose the device, compromising theft prevention and security.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle image recognition module with a color-changing assembly that switches between transparency and opacity, matching the vehicle's color, ensuring concealment and consistent appearance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If an image capturing device is disposed on the inside of a vehicle pillar with a light-transmitting region, then the device can capture images outside the pillar, but the color consistency of the pillar is compromised and the device is exposed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies a dynamic transparency control mechanism where the transparency of the pillar region is adjusted based on detection needs. When the image capturing device needs to operate, the pillar region becomes transparent to allow light transmission; when not in use, it returns to opaque state to maintain color consistency and concealment. This dynamic adjustment resolves the contradiction between capturing capability and aesthetic concealment.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes color transparency changes in the pillar material to switch between transparent and opaque states. By controlling the optical properties of the pillar region, the system can maintain color consistency with the rest of the vehicle body when concealment is needed, while allowing light transmission when image capture is required, thus resolving the contradiction between these two requirements.
2Ease of operation
If the image capturing device is exposed on the pillar, then image capture function is achieved, but theft prevention and security are weakened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs dynamic transparency control to switch the pillar region between transparent and opaque states. When image capture is needed, the region becomes transparent; otherwise, it remains opaque to conceal the device. This dynamic concealment strategy maintains security by hiding the device from potential thieves while preserving full image capture functionality when required.
Solution Approach 2:
By utilizing optical property changes in the pillar material, the patent enables the device to be concealed within the pillar structure during normal conditions, preventing theft. When image capture is required, the optical properties change to allow light transmission, ensuring the capture function remains fully operational. This resolves the contradiction between security concealment and functional accessibility.
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
Provides effective image capture while maintaining aesthetic consistency and reducing exposure, enhancing theft prevention and security.
Implementation Method 1
The color-changing assembly is adapted to be switched between transparence and an opaque color
Implementation Method 2
The color-changing assembly includes a transparent light guide plate and a light source. The light source is adjacent to the transparent light guide plate and is adapted to emit a colored light whose color is identical to the opaque color to the transparent light guide plate
Implementation Method 3
The light source is adapted to emit an invisible light to the transparent light guide plate
Data Source
AI summary
A vehicle image recognition module includes an appearance member, an assembly member, an image capturing unit, and a color change assembly. The assembly member is disposed on an inside of the appearance member. The image capturing unit is disposed on the assembly member, and the appearance member is located on a front side of the image capturing unit. The color change assembly is disposed on the front side of the image capturing unit. The color change assembly is adapted to be switched between transparence and a opaque color.