Vehicle Operator Absence Detection Logic
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Solution Overview
Problem
Pilots may inadvertently leave the control area of vehicles, leading to potential danger for themselves and the vehicle, as existing systems fail to effectively detect their absence and respond appropriately.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising sensors such as imagers, sonar, radar, and navigation systems integrated with a logic device to detect the absence of an operator from the control area and issue warnings or instructions to prevent accidents, including controlling the vehicle's operation to ensure safety.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the pilot leaves the control area to take a break or attend to vehicle systems, then the pilot can perform necessary tasks, but the pilot may end up in danger and be prevented from returning to the control area
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary detection of pilot absence before danger occurs. The imager continuously monitors the control area, and the logic device detects when the pilot has left, issuing warnings before the pilot enters danger or the vehicle causes harm
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides continuous feedback to the pilot about their location status. The logic device receives image data, determines pilot presence/absence, and issues operator absent instructions to provide real-time feedback, allowing the pilot to return to the control area before danger occurs
2Productivity
If the vehicle continues operating after the pilot leaves, then the vehicle can complete its mission, but the vehicle may continue moving and potentially hit another object or move away from a stranded pilot
Solution Approach 1:
The system applies preliminary anti-action by detecting pilot absence and issuing instructions to prevent the harmful outcome. The logic device detects when the pilot has left and issues operator absent instructions that can alert the pilot or control vehicle systems before a collision or dangerous movement occurs
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides feedback about pilot status to control systems. The logic device continuously monitors for pilot presence and issues instructions that can trigger vehicle responses, creating a feedback loop that prevents harmful actions when the pilot is absent
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AI summary
Various embodiments of the present disclosure may include a vehicle that may detect the presence and/or absence of an operator of the vehicle. The vehicle may determine that the operator is present and/or absent from a control area of the vehicle (e.g., an area where the operator may provide instructions for the piloting of the vehicle) and/or from the entire area of the vehicle and provide instructions responsive to the determination.