Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240124013). MONITORING SYSTEM, STORAGE MEDIUM STORING COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING AND METHOD FOR MONITORING simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 MONITORING SYSTEM, STORAGE MEDIUM STORING COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING AND METHOD FOR MONITORING
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 MONITORING SYSTEM, STORAGE MEDIUM STORING COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING AND METHOD FOR MONITORING - 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
MONITORING SYSTEM, STORAGE MEDIUM STORING COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING AND METHOD FOR MONITORING
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Takeshi Sawada of Tokyo-to (JP)
Kenichiroh Hara of Yokohama-shi (JP)
Satoru Kawakami of Tokyo-to (JP)
MONITORING SYSTEM, STORAGE MEDIUM STORING COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING AND METHOD FOR MONITORING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240124013 titled 'MONITORING SYSTEM, STORAGE MEDIUM STORING COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING AND METHOD FOR MONITORING
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a monitoring system that includes a notifying unit capable of notifying a driver of information in a tactually recognizable manner. The system also includes a processor that can determine whether the seat position of the driver's seat is within a recommended range for safe driving and notify the driver to adjust the seat position if necessary.
- Monitoring system with notifying unit for driver information
- Processor to determine seat position within recommended range
- Notification to driver to adjust seat position if needed
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in various vehicles, such as cars, trucks, buses, and even airplanes, to ensure that drivers are in a safe and comfortable position while operating the vehicle.
Problems Solved
This technology helps address the issue of drivers sitting in unsafe or uncomfortable positions while driving, which can lead to accidents or discomfort during long journeys.
Benefits
- Improved safety for drivers and passengers - Enhanced comfort for drivers during long drives - Prevention of potential accidents due to improper seat positioning
Potential Commercial Applications
"Enhancing Driver Safety and Comfort through Seat Position Monitoring Technology"
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be seat position sensors in vehicles that alert drivers if they are not wearing their seatbelt. However, this technology goes a step further by focusing on the actual position of the driver's seat for optimal driving conditions.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system determine the recommended range for the seat position?
The patent application does not provide specific details on how the recommended range for the seat position is determined. It would be interesting to know if the system takes into account factors such as the driver's height, weight, or driving habits to calculate this range.
What type of notifications does the notifying unit use to alert the driver?
The abstract mentions that the notifying unit can notify the driver in a tactually recognizable manner, but it does not specify the exact type of notifications used. It would be helpful to understand if the system uses vibrations, sounds, or other tactile feedback to communicate with the driver effectively.
Original Abstract Submitted
a monitoring system has a notifying unit capable of notifying a driver of information in a tactually recognizable manner, and a processor configured to determine whether a seat position of a driver's seat in which a driver is sitting is within a recommended range that represents an extent of the seat position where the driver sitting in the driver's seat can drive a vehicle, and notify the driver of a move request requiring to adjust the seat position within the recommended range through the notifying control unit based on the determination that the seat position is not within the recommended range.
