18228285. DEVICE FOR DISPLAYING SIDE VIEW OF VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR DISPLAYING SIDE VIEW USING THE SAME simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)

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DEVICE FOR DISPLAYING SIDE VIEW OF VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR DISPLAYING SIDE VIEW USING THE SAME

Organization Name

Kia Corporation

Inventor(s)

Min Han Kim of Seongnam-Si (KR)

DEVICE FOR DISPLAYING SIDE VIEW OF VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR DISPLAYING SIDE VIEW USING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18228285 titled 'DEVICE FOR DISPLAYING SIDE VIEW OF VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR DISPLAYING SIDE VIEW USING THE SAME

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a device for displaying a side view of a vehicle to the user, based on vehicle speed information and surrounding region images.

  • Sensor assembly obtains vehicle speed information and surrounding region image
  • Processor generates projection image for display to user
  • Projection position set based on vehicle speed information
  • Head up display shows projection image at projection position

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in the automotive industry for enhancing driver visibility and safety by providing a clear side view of the vehicle to the driver.

Problems Solved

This technology addresses the issue of limited visibility for drivers, especially when changing lanes or parking, by providing a real-time side view display of the vehicle.

Benefits

- Improved driver visibility and safety - Real-time display of surrounding region - Enhanced driving experience

Potential Commercial Applications

"Enhancing Driver Visibility and Safety in Vehicles: Applications of a Side View Display Device"

Possible Prior Art

There may be existing patents related to head-up displays in vehicles or systems that provide real-time images of the vehicle's surroundings to the driver.

Unanswered Questions

How does the device handle different lighting conditions for accurate display?

The patent application does not specify how the device adjusts for varying lighting conditions to ensure the projection image is clearly visible to the user.

What is the cost of implementing this technology in vehicles?

The patent application does not address the potential cost implications of integrating this device into vehicles and whether it would be feasible for mass production.


Original Abstract Submitted

A device configured for displaying a side view of a vehicle includes a sensor assembly configured for obtaining vehicle speed information of the vehicle and a surrounding region image of the vehicle, a processor that generates a projection image to be displayed to a user based on the surrounding region image, and sets a projection position where the projection image is displayed based on the vehicle speed information, and a head up display for displaying the projection image at the projection position under control of the processor.