18382660. APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR GUIDING THE TRANSPORTATION VULNERABLE simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOBIS CO., LTD.)
Contents
- 1 APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR GUIDING THE TRANSPORTATION VULNERABLE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR GUIDING THE TRANSPORTATION VULNERABLE - 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
APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR GUIDING THE TRANSPORTATION VULNERABLE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Seung Jae Kim of Hwaseong-si (KR)
Hyun Jun Lim of Anyang-si (KR)
APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR GUIDING THE TRANSPORTATION VULNERABLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18382660 titled 'APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR GUIDING THE TRANSPORTATION VULNERABLE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method for guiding a transportation vulnerable person to their destination by monitoring the surroundings, determining a drop-off point, and controlling a guide handle to assist the person when they alight from the vehicle.
- Method involves guiding a transportation vulnerable person in response to a vehicle entering a destination
- Monitoring the surroundings of the destination to determine a drop-off point based on the information gathered
- Controlling a guide handle to move to the outside of the vehicle when the person alights at the determined drop-off point
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in transportation services for elderly individuals, individuals with disabilities, or children traveling alone.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of safely guiding transportation vulnerable individuals to their destination and ensuring they alight at the correct drop-off point.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include increased safety and security for transportation vulnerable individuals, improved independence for those who may require assistance, and a more efficient transportation process.
Potential Commercial Applications
One potential commercial application of this technology could be in the development of specialized transportation services for vulnerable populations, such as elderly care facilities or special needs schools.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be existing systems for monitoring and guiding individuals in transportation settings, such as GPS tracking systems for buses or taxis.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology handle situations where the drop-off point needs to be adjusted during the journey?
The patent application does not specify how the system would handle situations where the drop-off point needs to be adjusted. This could be a potential limitation of the technology if it is not able to adapt to changing circumstances.
What measures are in place to ensure the safety and security of the transportation vulnerable person during the journey?
The patent application does not provide details on the specific safety and security measures in place to protect the transportation vulnerable person during the journey. It would be important to address these concerns to ensure the well-being of the individual using the system.
Original Abstract Submitted
Disclosed herein is a method of guiding a transportation vulnerable person, including in response to a vehicle entering a destination, monitoring surroundings of the destination, determining a drop-off point at the destination based on information from the monitoring, and controlling a guide handle to move to an outside of the vehicle when the transportation vulnerable person alights at the determined drop-off point.
