Craft Comfort Features: Use of New Occupant Sensing Tech
Craft Comfort Features - Use of New Occupant Sensing Tech:
Introduction – Comfort Features
In this article, we will address the utilization of the Occupant Sensing System signal outputs for the purposes of Comfort Features. Obviously, one of the primary goals in developing and employing highly complex and sophisticated technology within the vehicle is Occupant Safety. Therefore, content related to occupant safety based on their attributes and related to their presence within the vehicle, is the essence the Occupant Sensing System.
Furthermore, the signal outputs related to safety functions require high level of integrity and reliability. However, the output of this complex system can easily be utilized for other purposes. For example, Comfort Features specifically address occupant comfort-related functions, ensuring a more pleasant and enjoyable driving experience. Moreover, leveraging the sophisticated technology of the Occupant Sensing System, we can seamlessly integrate advanced Comfort Features to improve the overall customer experience and satisfaction. Consequently, the importance of development the Occupant Safety along with Comfort Features in modern vehicle design cannot be overstated, as they work together to create a safer and more comfortable environment for all passengers.
Governing Features Requirements
Comfort Features provide several essential functions, including climate control functions, entertainment management functions, and seat comfort functions. Consequently, the high-level requirements for climate control and entertainment management functions are very similar to those of Safety Feature Functions related to the presence of the users / occupants. Therefore, these requirements include verified presence, verified location, and classification of the present occupant. Although similar, they may address slightly different aspects of presence, location, and classification.
Notably, requirements related to presence and location may request signal outputs related to the “Row” or “Cargo” area location, rather than a specific seat. This is because the utilization of signals addresses the volume of the vehicle where the occupant is located. Hence, on the other hand, the requirements for seat comfort functions will be identical concerning verified presence and location within the designated seats.
In addition, the classification functional requirements will be specific to each application. Therefore, for detailed information, see references regarding Classification Stratification. Consequently, by understanding and implementing these high-level requirements, we can ensure that Comfort Features utilize the Occupant Sensing information, enhancing the overall driving experience.
Comfort Features - Applications
According to each feature’s Function Map, the resultant signal outputs are transmitted to the receiving ECU(s) for execution by the responsible subsystems. In the case of Comfort Features, the following are possible applications:
- Firstly, Climate Control Functions: These functions allocate the proper distribution of airflow based on the presence of occupants in the designated areas (rows or cargo) of the vehicle interior. Although classification determination for this function may not be relevant, the usage of the minimum presence criteria is applicable
- Secondly, Entertainment Management Functions: These functions provide the capability to entertainment control console availability to the 2nd or 3rd rows based on the responsible person’s direction, allowing or denying entertainment access. While classification determination is optional, the usage of “Adult” or “Child” classifiers is appropriate
- Finally, Seat Comfort Functions:
- Seat Cushion Comfort: This function adjusts seat cushions based on the anthropometric parameters of the present person
- Elbow Cushion Comfort: This function adjusts elbow supports based on the anthropometric parameters of the present person
- Head Rest Comfort: This function adjusts the head support based on the head position of the present person
Note: Classification determination for Comfort functions (applications) is uniquely different and can be developed as discussed in the reference articles
Generally, by effectively utilizing these Comfort Features, we can enhance the overall vehicle experience, ensuring optimal comfort and convenience for all occupants.
Simulations / Verifications of Comfort Features
Generally, to ensure the effectiveness of Comfort Features, it is essential to develop a working model for each intended application. This process typically begins with a virtual environment simulation, followed by the creation of a physical mock-up for representation of the functional feature. Ideally, integrating all aspects of development into a comprehensive development plan and total simulation model would be beneficial. However, when developed separately, a combination of bench test setups and vehicle bucks can be employed for climate and entertainment control applications.
Additionally, seat comfort functions can be addressed using representative seats in the mock-up or development mode. The cross reference between anthropometric data acquisition and capability of the cushions to adjust will yield the desirable results.
Furthermore, by employing these simulations and verifications, we can ensure that Comfort Features are optimized for real-world applications. Therefore, this rigorous development process guarantees that all aspects of occupant comfort are thoroughly evaluated and refined, resulting in a superior in-vehicle experience.
Development of the Corporate Strategy related to the New Vehicle Content - Addressing Corporate Politics
The development of Occupant Sensing functions for various applications often reveals that certain signal outputs may lack the desired reliability for specific purposes. Consequently, while “Safety” typically leads in development and “Comfort” aims to capitalize on these results, entry-level technology may qualify for comfort applications but lack the maturity needed for safety applications. Therefore, it is advisable to consider the overall intended new content and devise development projects that address both comfort and safety, allowing for an iterative and cyclic development process.
Furthermore, the Advanced Development Team should adopt a holistic systems approach related to high-level vehicle functions. Additionally, this involves developing an appropriate tactical plan for specific vehicle variants and a comprehensive strategy for future vehicle models. Moreover, by doing so, we ensure that Comfort Features are not only reliable but also seamlessly integrated with safety features, providing an optimal in-vehicle experience.
Conclusion: Comfort Features
In conclusion, from a corporate marketing perspective, developing “off-the-shelf” technologies for Comfort Features in production-level vehicle variants is highly desirable. Consequently, the requirements for Comfort Features can benefit significantly from adopting certain Occupant Sensing requirements and collaboratively developing interface requirements for comfort applications.
Furthermore, specifically addressing the Classification Requirements can enhance the development of these applications. Moreover, since high reliability for “comfort classification” is not strictly necessary, this allows for the creation of rough classification determination algorithms. Therefore, these algorithms can be based on minimal data acquisition and a reduced number of verification cycles. Hence, this streamlined approach supports advancing the goal of high-level reliability classification, which is crucial for Occupant Safety functions. By integrating these strategies, we ensure that Comfort Features not only enhance the driving experience but also align with safety standards, contributing to an overall superior vehicle design.
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