Wireless Control Circuit Integrated in Vehicle Handle
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless control systems for vehicles lack a convenient and integrated solution for remotely controlling devices like garage door openers and security systems, requiring separate hand-held transmitters and not being seamlessly integrated into the vehicle's handle for easy operation.
Innovation Solution
A wireless control system with a circuit assembly that includes a transceiver circuit, communication interface, and control circuit, configured to fit within a vehicle handle, allowing for remote control of devices via a user-friendly input device, such as switches or buttons, and capable of learning or preprogramming signal characteristics for secure communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a wireless control system is integrated into the vehicle handle, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the wireless control system components (transceiver circuit, control circuit, memory, and input device) into a single integrated circuit assembly that fits within the vehicle handle. This merging of previously separate components into one unified assembly improves ease of operation by providing seamless integration while managing device complexity through consolidated design.
Solution Approach 2:
The circuit assembly is designed to perform multiple functions: it serves as both the structural handle component and the wireless control system housing, while also providing signal transmission, signal reception, memory storage, and user input processing. This multi-functionality improves ease of operation by eliminating the need for separate hand-held transmitters.
2Device complexity
If separate hand-held transmitters are used for remote control, then device complexity is reduced, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the wireless control functionality directly into the vehicle handle structure, eliminating the need for separate hand-held transmitters. The circuit assembly integrates the transceiver, control circuit, and input device within the handle, providing a unified control system that improves ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The circuit assembly acts as an intermediary between the user and the remote control system. It provides the communication interface and control circuitry needed to transmit signals to remote devices, while being physically integrated into the handle the user already holds, thus improving operational convenience.
3Ease of operation
If the circuit assembly is disposed within the handle portion, then ease of operation is improved, but volume of the handle increases
Solution Approach 1:
The circuit assembly is nested within the existing handle structure, utilizing the internal space of the handle portion. The assembly is configured to fit within the handle's internal volume, with only the input device exposed for user interaction. This nesting approach provides integrated control functionality while minimizing the external volume increase of the handle.
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AI summary
A wireless control system for controlling a remotely controlled device is disclosed. The wireless control system comprises a circuit assembly. The circuit assembly comprises a transceiver circuit and an input device in communication with a control circuit. The control circuit is configured to control the transceiver circuit in response to an input received from the input device. The circuit assembly forms a profile shape configured to be significantly disposed within a handle portion of a vehicle.