Vehicle Operator Profile Switching for ADAS Modes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current vehicle personalization systems are not adaptable to changing operator preferences, especially when advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) are activated, as they require manual intervention to adjust settings according to different modes of operation.
Innovation Solution
A method that identifies vehicle operators and captures their customizable settings for both non-autonomous and autonomous modes, using cluster analysis to determine and switch between base and ADAS-specific profiles, automatically adjusting device settings based on the mode of operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual button pressing is required to store and recall operator settings, then the system provides basic preset functionality, but operator convenience is reduced due to required manual intervention
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically detects operator presence through sensors (camera, microphone, weight sensor) and autonomously applies the appropriate operator profile settings without requiring manual button presses. The vehicle systems self-adjust based on detected operator characteristics, eliminating manual intervention while maintaining simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple operator profiles are pre-configured with default settings for various vehicle systems. When an operator is detected, the corresponding pre-prepared profile is automatically applied, allowing instant switching between operators without manual configuration or button pressing.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a single operator profile is used for all driving conditions, then the system is simple to manage, but it cannot adapt to changing operator preferences during different modes of operation
Solution Approach 1:
Each operator profile is segmented into multiple mode-specific sub-profiles (e.g., normal mode, sport mode, winter mode, summer mode). When the vehicle operating mode changes, the system automatically selects the appropriate sub-profile within the operator's profile, providing adaptability without requiring a completely new profile structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically switches between different operator profiles or sub-profiles based on real-time detection of operating conditions (ADAS activation, weather, time of day). This dynamic adaptation allows the system to respond to changing preferences automatically while maintaining a manageable profile structure.
3Adaptability or versatility
If operator settings are not adjusted for ADAS activation, then the system maintains consistent settings, but the driving experience is not optimized for different operational modes
Solution Approach 1:
The system continuously monitors vehicle operating mode (including ADAS activation status) and uses this feedback to automatically adjust operator profile settings. When ADAS is activated, the system detects the mode change and applies appropriate settings modifications without requiring operator input, optimizing the driving experience for each mode.
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AI summary
A vehicle including an advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) and operator-adjustable devices is described. Controlling the vehicle includes identifying a vehicle operator, and capturing a plurality of operator-selectable settings associated with the plurality of operator-adjustable devices for the vehicle operator. A base profile and a second profile are determined for the vehicle operator based upon the first subset associated with non-autonomous operation of the vehicle and the second subset associated with ADAS, respectively. The plurality of operator-adjustable devices are controlled to the operator-selectable settings associated with the base profile when the vehicle is operating in the non-autonomous mode, and the plurality of operator-adjustable devices are controlled to the operator-selectable settings associated with the second profile when the vehicle is being controlled at least in part by one or more of the subsystems of the ADAS.