17932355. CONTEXT AWARE INVOLVING MOBILE PHONE WITH VEHICLE TO ENHANCE VEHICLE TO VEHICLE COMMUNICATION NETWORK STRENGTH simplified abstract (International Business Machines Corporation)
Contents
- 1 CONTEXT AWARE INVOLVING MOBILE PHONE WITH VEHICLE TO ENHANCE VEHICLE TO VEHICLE COMMUNICATION NETWORK STRENGTH
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 CONTEXT AWARE INVOLVING MOBILE PHONE WITH VEHICLE TO ENHANCE VEHICLE TO VEHICLE COMMUNICATION NETWORK STRENGTH - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 How does this technology ensure the security and privacy of the data shared between vehicles and mobile devices?
- 1.11 What are the potential limitations or challenges faced when implementing this technology on a larger scale?
- 1.12 Original Abstract Submitted
CONTEXT AWARE INVOLVING MOBILE PHONE WITH VEHICLE TO ENHANCE VEHICLE TO VEHICLE COMMUNICATION NETWORK STRENGTH
Organization Name
International Business Machines Corporation
Inventor(s)
Sarbajit K. Rakshit of Kolkata (IN)
Sudheesh S. Kairali of Kozhikode (IN)
Sudhanshu Sekher Sar of Bangalore (IN)
Satyam Jakkula of Bengaluru (IN)
CONTEXT AWARE INVOLVING MOBILE PHONE WITH VEHICLE TO ENHANCE VEHICLE TO VEHICLE COMMUNICATION NETWORK STRENGTH - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17932355 titled 'CONTEXT AWARE INVOLVING MOBILE PHONE WITH VEHICLE TO ENHANCE VEHICLE TO VEHICLE COMMUNICATION NETWORK STRENGTH
Simplified Explanation
The method described in the abstract involves creating a local communication network between multiple onboard vehicle computers in different vehicles. The network is used to identify and connect with mobile devices that are located within the vehicles, capable of joining the network, and willing to do so.
- Establish a local communication network among a group of vehicle computers.
- Poll each vehicle to find mobile devices meeting specific criteria.
- Criteria include being inside a vehicle, able to join the network, and consenting to join.
- Add the qualified mobile devices to the local network.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in various industries such as transportation, logistics, and emergency services for efficient communication and data sharing between vehicles and mobile devices.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of seamlessly connecting mobile devices within vehicles to a local network, enabling real-time communication and collaboration among vehicles.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved coordination between vehicles, enhanced safety features, and increased efficiency in sharing information and resources.
Potential Commercial Applications
One potential commercial application of this technology could be in the development of smart transportation systems that utilize the local network to optimize traffic flow, improve navigation, and enhance vehicle-to-vehicle communication.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be the use of Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connections in vehicles to connect with mobile devices for various purposes such as hands-free calling or music streaming.
Unanswered Questions
The abstract does not provide details on the security measures implemented to protect the communication and data exchanged within the local network.
What are the potential limitations or challenges faced when implementing this technology on a larger scale?
The abstract does not address the scalability of the method or potential obstacles that may arise when deploying it across a large number of vehicles in a network.
Original Abstract Submitted
A method comprising establishing a local communication network among and between a plurality of onboard vehicle computers respectively located in a plurality of vehicles, polling the vicinity of each vehicle to determine a set of qualified mobile device(s) that meet the following criteria: (i) the qualified mobile device is located within one of the vehicles of the plurality of vehicles, (ii) the qualified mobile device is configured and equipped to join the local network, and (iii) the qualified mobile device consents to join the local network, and adding the set of qualified mobile device(s) to the local network.
