17949432. IN-VEHICLE MODE SUPPORT FOR VEHICLE SHARING CIRCUMSTANCES simplified abstract (Ford Global Technologies, LLC)
Contents
- 1 IN-VEHICLE MODE SUPPORT FOR VEHICLE SHARING CIRCUMSTANCES
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 IN-VEHICLE MODE SUPPORT FOR VEHICLE SHARING CIRCUMSTANCES - 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 Original Abstract Submitted
IN-VEHICLE MODE SUPPORT FOR VEHICLE SHARING CIRCUMSTANCES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Karl Nathan Clark of Belleville MI (US)
IN-VEHICLE MODE SUPPORT FOR VEHICLE SHARING CIRCUMSTANCES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17949432 titled 'IN-VEHICLE MODE SUPPORT FOR VEHICLE SHARING CIRCUMSTANCES
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a system where a vehicle can detect when it is being used by a temporary user and engage a temporary use mode. This mode includes capturing vehicle states automatically and displaying vehicle documentation on the vehicle display. The vehicle also monitors the use of the vehicle during the temporary period and notifies the driver if any use does not comply with the agreed-upon restrictions.
- Vehicle can detect temporary user state and engage temporary use mode
- Automatic capture of vehicle states during temporary use
- Display of vehicle documentation on vehicle display
- Monitoring of vehicle use during temporary period
- Notification to driver of non-compliant vehicle use
Potential Applications
The technology described in the patent application could be applied in rental car services, car-sharing programs, and temporary vehicle usage agreements.
Problems Solved
This technology helps ensure that temporary users of a vehicle adhere to the agreed-upon restrictions and guidelines, promoting safe and responsible vehicle use.
Benefits
The system provides a way to monitor and enforce vehicle usage restrictions during temporary periods, enhancing safety and compliance with agreements.
Potential Commercial Applications
A potential commercial application for this technology could be in the rental car industry, where companies can use this system to monitor and manage temporary vehicle users effectively.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be systems that track and monitor vehicle usage for fleet management purposes. However, the specific focus on temporary user states and engagement of a temporary use mode may differentiate this technology.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system differentiate between temporary and regular users of the vehicle?
The system may use user authentication methods or temporary user profiles to distinguish between temporary and regular users.
What happens if the driver continues to use the vehicle in a non-compliant manner despite notifications?
The system could potentially escalate notifications or take further actions, such as limiting vehicle functionalities or alerting authorities, in case of continued non-compliance.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle determines that it is under use in a temporary-user state for which a temporary use period is defined. The vehicle, responsive to being under use in the temporary use state, engages a vehicle temporary use mode, including automatic capture of vehicle states when the mode is engaged. Further, the vehicle, responsive to the engagement of the temporary use mode, displays at least one of vehicle documentation or a selectable option to display vehicle documentation on a vehicle display. The vehicle additionally monitors the vehicle while use of the vehicle is performed during the temporary use period and notifies a driver, via the vehicle display, of vehicle use, determined by the monitoring, that does not conform to any restrictions defined by an agreement relating to the temporary use period.
