On Board Vehicle Networking Module Wireless Data Exchange
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle bus protocols are inadequate for non-safety communications due to low bandwidth and transmission speed, limiting information flow, safety, data security, and remote access while maintaining security against unauthorized parties.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle middleware system enabling on-board processing modules to wirelessly connect and exchange vehicle-related information using a microprocessor executable networking module, forming a personal area network with short-range wireless technology, and employing a social networking module for secure data sharing among vehicles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Speed
If existing vehicle bus protocols are used for non-safety communications, then device complexity is reduced and ease of operation is maintained, but data transmission speed and bandwidth are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a gateway device as an intermediary between the existing vehicle bus system and the wireless communication system. The gateway receives data from vehicle sensors via the bus protocol and forwards it through wireless communication (WiFi, Bluetooth, cellular) to remote servers, enabling high-speed data transmission without modifying the existing low-speed bus infrastructure.
Solution Approach 2:
The networking system is segmented into multiple independent components: vehicle-side processing units, gateway devices, wireless communication modules, and remote server systems. This segmentation allows each component to operate at its optimal speed and protocol level, with the gateway acting as a protocol translator between the slow bus and fast wireless networks.
2Productivity
If wireless networking modules are added to enable high-speed data exchange, then bandwidth and transmission speed improve, but device complexity and security vulnerabilities increase
Solution Approach 1:
The gateway device serves as a security intermediary that filters, authenticates, and encrypts data before transmitting it over wireless networks. It manages security credentials and establishes secure tunnels between the vehicle and remote servers, protecting against unauthorized access while enabling high-speed communication.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically changes security parameters such as encryption keys, authentication tokens, and data transmission protocols based on the communication context. Different security levels are applied to different data types, with critical data receiving higher security protection while maintaining overall system productivity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a comprehensive networking system is implemented to enable remote access and data sharing, then adaptability and functionality improve, but vulnerability to unauthorized access increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements continuous feedback mechanisms where the gateway monitors incoming and outgoing data streams, authenticates devices attempting to connect, and dynamically adjusts security policies based on detected threats. Remote servers receive authentication feedback before granting access, ensuring adaptability while maintaining security against unauthorized parties.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure describes a microprocessor executable social networking module operable to enable on board processing modules of different privately owned vehicles to wirelessly connect to exchange vehicle-related information.