Vehicle Locator System Using Wireless Positioning Modules
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Solution Overview
Problem
Finding a parked vehicle in large parking lots or garages is challenging due to the similarity of vehicles and the time-consuming nature of the search, which can be frustrating and potentially dangerous.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a portable device, a key, and a function controller that uses wireless communication and positioning modules to transmit and receive identification codes and location data, allowing the vehicle to be automatically navigated to the user's location.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If a searcher manually wanders through a large parking lot to find a parked vehicle, then the searcher can eventually locate the vehicle, but the search process is time-consuming and potentially dangerous
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary system consisting of a portable device, key, and function controller that mediates between the searcher and the vehicle. The portable device transmits identification codes to the key, which then communicates with the function controller on the vehicle to obtain location data, eliminating the need for manual searching through the parking lot.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical manual searching process with an electronic information system. Instead of physically wandering through the parking lot, the searcher uses wireless communication and positioning modules to electronically retrieve and navigate to the vehicle's location data.
2Ease of operation
If projection devices are installed on automobiles to help locate them, then vehicle identification becomes easier, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal system where the portable device can identify and locate any vehicle equipped with the function controller. The system uses standardized wireless communication protocols and positioning modules that can work across different vehicle types, making the identification process simple while avoiding the need for complex vehicle-specific projection devices.
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
Facilitates efficient and safe vehicle location by providing real-time guidance to the user, improving safety and security through secure pairing processes and intelligent navigation.
Implementation Method 1
a first communication module (12) electrically connected to the first micro control unit (11). The first communication module (12) can be configured to broadcast the instruction and the first identification code by radio
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AI summary
A system for finding a vehicle includes a function controller, a key for matching with and controlling the function controller, and a portable device. The portable device can match with the key and transmit an instruction to the key. The key includes a first positioning module, and the function controller includes a second positioning module coupled to the first positioning module. The first positioning module and the second positioning module can receive data as to the distance between and respective locations of the chip key and the function controller. The present disclosure also discloses a method for finding vehicle.