DESC:METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR GEOFENCE ALARM
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICTIONS
The present application claims priority from Indian Provisional Patent Application No. 202321090109 filed on 30/12/2023, the entirety of which is incorporated herein by a reference.
TECHNICAL FIELD
The present disclosure generally relates to a geofencing of a vehicle. Particularly, the present disclosure relates to the system for enabling geofence alarm of the vehicle. Furthermore, the present disclosure relates to a method of enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle.
BACKGROUND
A geofence technology is a technology that creates virtual boundaries around specific geographic areas using GPS, Wi-Fi, cellular data, or RFID technologies to define virtual fence for specific zones. The geofencing is commonly used in retail, logistics, automobiles and security applications, which enables real-time monitoring, automation, and location-based interactions.
Generally, in vehicles, the geofencing defines boundaries using latitude and longitude coordinates to specify precise geographic areas. The devices such as smartphones, tablets, computers, smart wearables etc. continuously track the location/data of the vehicle and compare the tracking location/data to the set geofence. The continuous tracking and comparison of the data enables real-time alerts or actions, such as sending notifications, tracking movement, or triggering events when vehicle enter or exit defined zones. The data is processed either locally on the device/on-board vehicle for quick actions or sent to cloud-based systems for centralized management and analysis. The approach ensures efficient geofence monitoring and response for vehicles. However, the geofence technology faces several challenges that may affects the reliability and efficiency of the geofencing technology as well as vehicle security. One of the issues with geofencing system includes the accuracy which may arises due to dependency on GPS, impacted by environmental factors such as tall buildings, weather conditions, or weak satellite signals. The inaccuracy in geofencing may generates unwanted triggering events which can mislead the user. Furthermore, the battery consumption is another concern, as constant location tracking drains the vehicle battery power quickly. Moreover, the privacy and security risks emerge when sensitive location data is collected, stored, or shared without proper user consent, which potentially leads to unauthorized access or misuse. Furthermore, scalability challenges occur in systems managing multiple geofences, as real-time processing for large-scale applications may demand significant computational resources. Additionally, the geofencing struggles in regions with poor network coverage or poor signal strength, reducing the effectiveness of the geofence system in rural or remote areas.
Therefore, there exists a need of improved geofencing methodologies that overcomes the one or more problems associated as set forth above.
SUMMARY
An object of the present disclosure is to provide a system for enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle.
Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a method of enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle.
In accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided a system for enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle. The system comprises a user interface unit configured to receive at least one geofence location from a user, a processing unit communicably coupled with the user interface unit. The processing unit is configured to receive at least one location of the vehicle, calculate a displacement of the vehicle based on the received at least one location of the vehicle, compare the at least one location of the vehicle with the at least one geofence location received from the user to generate a delta score and generate an alarm for the user when the delta score is greater than a threshold value.
The present disclosure provides the system for enabling geofence alarm of the vehicle. The system as disclosed by the present disclosure is advantageous in terms of providing a precise processing and proactive alert mechanism for the user and the vehicle. Beneficially, the system allows the user to define at least one geofence locations, which enables customization and adaptability according to individual needs, such as setting safe zones for vehicles. Beneficially, the system enhances operational efficiency by dynamically receiving real-time vehicle location data, which is vital for accurate monitoring and decision-making. Beneficially, the system's ability to calculate vehicle displacement ensures continuous tracking of movement patterns, improving reliability in detecting unauthorized or unexpected motion of the vehicle. Beneficially, the system ensures robust analysis with minimal false alarms by setting thresholds for alarm generation. Beneficially, the system having a threshold-based trigger mechanism for the alarm minimizes unnecessary notifications which ensures the alert only for significant geofence breaches. Beneficially, the system of the present disclosure is advantageous in terms of flexibility of setup and operation.
In accordance with another aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided a method of enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle. The method comprises receiving at least one geofence location from a user, receiving at least one location of the vehicle, calculating a displacement of the vehicle based on the received at least one location of the vehicle, comparing the at least one location of the vehicle with the at least one geofence location received from the user to generate a delta score and generating an alarm for the user when the delta score is greater than a threshold value.
Additional aspects, advantages, features and objects of the present disclosure would be made apparent from the drawings and the detailed description of the illustrative embodiments constructed in conjunction with the appended claims that follow.
It will be appreciated that features of the present disclosure are susceptible to being combined in various combinations without departing from the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
The summary above, as well as the following detailed description of illustrative embodiments, is better understood when read in conjunction with the appended drawings. For the purpose of illustrating the present disclosure, exemplary constructions of the disclosure are shown in the drawings. However, the present disclosure is not limited to specific methods and instrumentalities disclosed herein. Moreover, those in the art will understand that the drawings are not to scale. Wherever possible, like elements have been indicated by identical numbers.
Embodiments of the present disclosure will now be described, by way of example only, with reference to the following diagrams wherein:
FIG. 1 illustrates a block diagram of a system for enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle, in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure.
FIG. 2 illustrates a flow chart of a method for enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle, in accordance with another aspect of the present disclosure.
In the accompanying drawings, an underlined number is employed to represent an item over which the underlined number is positioned or an item to which the underlined number is adjacent. A non-underlined number relates to an item identified by a line linking the non-underlined number to the item. When a number is non-underlined and accompanied by an associated arrow, the non-underlined number is used to identify a general item at which the arrow is pointing.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
The following detailed description illustrates embodiments of the present disclosure and ways in which they can be implemented. Although some modes of carrying out the present disclosure have been disclosed, those skilled in the art would recognise that other embodiments for carrying out or practising the present disclosure are also possible.
The description set forth below in connection with the appended drawings is intended as a description of certain embodiments of a system for enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle and is not intended to represent the only forms that may be developed or utilised. The description sets forth the various structures and/or functions in connection with the illustrated embodiments; however, it is to be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary of the disclosure that may be embodied in various and alternative forms. The figures are not necessarily to scale; some features may be exaggerated or minimised to show details of particular components. Therefore, specific structural and functional details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but merely as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to variously employ the present invention.
While the disclosure is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiment thereof has been shown by way of example in the drawings and will be described in detail below. It should be understood, however, that it is not intended to limit the disclosure to the particular forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the disclosure is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the disclosure.
The terms “comprise”, “comprises”, “comprising”, “include(s)”, or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a setup, system that comprises a list of components or steps does not include only those components or steps but may include other components or steps not expressly listed or inherent to such setup or system. In other words, one or more elements in a system or apparatus preceded by “comprises... a” does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other elements or additional elements in the system or apparatus.
In the following detailed description of the embodiments of the disclosure, reference is made to the accompanying drawings and which are shown by way of illustration specific embodiments in which the disclosure may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the disclosure, and it is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and that changes may be made without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. The following description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense.
The present disclosure will be described herein below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following description, well known functions or constructions are not described in detail since they would obscure the description with unnecessary detail.
As used herein, the term “vehicle” refers to any machine capable of transporting goods and/or people. This may include vehicles having internal combustion engines or batteries which are exclusively charged from an external power source, as well as hybrid-vehicles which may include batteries capable of being at least partially recharged via an external power source. Additionally, it is to be understood that the ‘vehicle’ as used herein includes two-wheeler, three-wheeler, four-wheeler, pickup trucks, trucks and so forth.
As used herein, the term “geofence alarm” refers to a system-generated alert triggered when the vehicle's location deviates from or breaches a predefined geofence boundary. The alarm is activated based on the comparison between the vehicle's real-time location data and user-defined geofence location, wherein the deviation is quantified as a delta score exceeding a predetermined threshold. The geofence alarm provides a notification to the user or relevant systems to indicate unauthorized movement, boundary violations, or vehicle displacement beyond designated areas.
As used herein, the term “user interface unit” refers to a component configured to facilitate interaction between the user and the system. The user interface unit receives the input from the user, including at least one geofence location, and may further allow the user to set parameters such as geofence boundaries, threshold values, or notification preferences. The user interface unit may comprise hardware elements such as smartphones, tablets etc. or VICs and other software elements such as graphical user interfaces (GUIs) or mobile applications, enabling seamless input and display of geofence-related information. The user interface unit may be integrated into the vehicle or accessible through external devices, such as smartphones or tablets etc, and the user interface unit is communicably coupled with the processing unit to ensure effective geofence configuration and management.
As used herein, the term “at least one geofence location” refers to a geographic location or a set of geographic locations defined or input by the user through the user interface unit. The at least one geofence locations may include coordinates, boundaries, or specific regions (such as circular or polygonal) defined on a digital map that are stored in the system for monitoring purpose. The at least one geofence location acts as a virtual boundary, wherein the system processes the vehicle's movement data relative to the location to determine if the vehicle has entered, exited, or deviated from the defined area, thereby triggering the alarm.
As used herein, the term “at least one location of the vehicle” refers to a geographic position or a set of geographic positions determined for the vehicle, defined in terms of latitude, longitude parameters. The at least one location of the vehicle may be obtained using a Global Positioning System (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), or other location-determining technologies, either continuously or at discrete intervals, and is used to identify the current or past positions of the vehicle in relation to the predefined geofence boundaries.
As used herein, the term “processing unit” refers to an electronic component or module configured to execute instructions and perform computational tasks necessary for processing geofence-related data. The processing unit is communicably coupled with other system components. The processing unit includes, but is not limited to, a microprocessor, a micro-controller, a complex instruction set computing (CISC) microprocessor, a reduced instruction set (RISC) microprocessor, a very long instruction word (VLIW) microprocessor, or any other type of processing circuit. Furthermore, the data processing unit may comprise ARM Cortex-M series processors, such as the Cortex-M4 or Cortex-M7, or any similar processor designed to handle real-time tasks with high performance and low power consumption.
As used herein, the term “communicably coupled” refers to a bi-directional connection between the various components of the system. The bi-directional connection between the various components of the system enables exchange of data between two or more components of the system. Similarly, the bi-directional connection between the system and other elements/modules of vehicle enables exchange of data between system and the other elements/modules.
As used herein, the term “delta score” refers to a computed value representing the deviation of the vehicle's current location from the predefined geofence location(s). The delta score is calculated by the processing unit based on the positional differences between the vehicle's real-time location and the geofence location coordinates provided by the user. The delta score is compared against a threshold to determine whether the vehicle has breached the geofence boundary, thereby triggering an alarm or notification to the user.
As used herein, the term “threshold value” refers to a predefined or dynamically determined numerical limit used as a reference parameter for evaluating the deviation between the vehicle's location and the defined geofence boundary. When the calculated delta score, representing the difference or displacement between the current location of the vehicle and the geofence location, if the threshold value exceeds, the system is configured to trigger an alarm or notification to alert the user.
As used herein, the term “latitude” and “plurality of latitudes” are used interchangeably and refer to the angular distance of a location on the earth's surface, measured north or south of the equator, and expressed in degrees. The latitude is a key geographic coordinate utilized by the system to define, monitor, and compare the position of the vehicle with respect to a predefined geofence location which enables precise determination of entry or exit events relative to the geofence boundary.
As used herein, the term “longitude” and “plurality of longitudes” are used interchangeably and refer to the angular coordinate that specifies the geographic position of the vehicle in the east-west direction relative to the prime meridian. The longitude is measured in degrees and is used in conjunction with latitude to define the precise location of the vehicle within a geofence. The latitude coordinate enables the geofencing system to monitor the vehicle's position and determine the entry, exit, or presence of vehicle within a predefined geofenced area.
As used herein, the term “server arrangement, and “server”” are used interchangeably and refer to a remote computing unit with organization of one or more CPUs, memory, databases, network interfaces etc. to provide required information via network-based communication. The server arrangement may comprise data processing arrangement for various computing tasks and for processing the geofencing data.
As used herein, the term “vehicle instrument cluster” and “VIC” are used interchangeably and refer to a collection of displays, input units and indicators that provide the driver with essential information about the vehicle's performance and status. The vehicle instrument cluster may comprise a touch screen display unit capable of receiving user input. The vehicle instrument cluster may be configured for acquiring, processing, and transmitting vehicle-related data, such as real-time location, speed, and displacement. The vehicle instrument cluster may further comprise a processing unit capable of processing various information.
As used herein, the term “user” refers to an owner of the vehicle and/or a rider of the vehicle.
As used herein, the term “memory unit” refers to a component or storage medium configured to store data related to the operation and functionality of the geofencing system. The memory unit is responsible for retaining various data elements, including but not limited to, geofence locations, user settings, historical vehicle location data, displacement calculations, and alarm thresholds.
As used herein, the term “circular geographical area” refers to a virtual boundary that is defined by a central point on the earth's surface, specified by a set of latitude and longitude coordinates, and a predefined radius extending from the central point. The circular geographical area forms a circle around the specified central location, with the radius representing the maximum distance at which the vehicle's location is monitored.
As used herein, the term “polygonal geographical area” refers to a defined region enclosed by a closed polygon, characterized by a series of connected straight lines or segments that form a perimeter around a designated area on the earth's surface. The boundaries of the polygonal geographical area are determined by a set of latitude and longitude coordinates that define the vertices of the polygon.
Figure 1, in accordance with an embodiment describes a system 100 for enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle. The system 100 comprises a user interface unit 102 configured to receive at least one geofence location from a user, a processing unit 104 communicably coupled with the user interface unit 102. The processing unit 104 is configured to receive at least one location of the vehicle, calculate a displacement of the vehicle based on the received at least one location of the vehicle, compare the at least one location of the vehicle with the at least one geofence location received from the user to generate a delta score and generate an alarm for the user when the delta score is greater than a threshold value.
The present disclosure provides the system 100 for enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle. The system 100 as disclosed by the present disclosure is advantageous in terms of providing a precise processing and proactive alert mechanism for the user and the vehicle. Furthermore, the user interface unit 102 as disclosed by present disclosure beneficially allows the user to define at least one geofence location, thereby enables customization and adaptability to individual needs, such as setting safe zones for vehicles. The processing unit 104 as disclosed by present disclosure beneficially enhances operational efficiency by dynamically receiving real-time data of the at least one location of the vehicle, which is crucial for accurate monitoring and decision-making. Beneficially, the system 100 has the ability to calculate vehicle displacement which ensures continuous tracking of movement patterns, thereby improving reliability in detecting unauthorized or unexpected motion. Beneficially, by comparing the at least one location of the vehicle with at least one geofence location to find the delta score which makes the system 100 robust for analysis of the accurate location with minimal false alarms. Furthermore, the inclusion of a delta score and a threshold value for generating the alarm minimizes unnecessary notifications, which ensures the system 100 alerts the user only for significant geofence breaches. Beneficially, the combination of real-time tracking, customizable inputs, and intelligent alert generation makes the system 100 highly effective for applications like theft prevention, fleet management, and safety monitoring.
In an embodiment, the user interface unit 102 is configured to provide the generated alarm to the user as an audio-visual information. The user interface unit 102 may include a user device such as a smartphone, tablets etc. and/or a vehicle instrument cluster (VIC). When the system 100 detects that the vehicle has breached the at least one geofence location, the user interface unit 102 generates the alarm through the display by presenting alert messages, warning symbols, or geofence breach indicators. Simultaneously, the audio output device generates a sound or verbal warning, which ensures the user may promptly notify of the geofence breach. Beneficially, the combination of audio and visual alerts enhances the effectiveness of the system 100 by accommodating different user preferences and ensures the notification may be noticeable even in noisy environments or situations where visual attention is limited.
In an embodiment, the processing unit 104 is configured to convert the received at least one geofence location and the received at least one location of the vehicle to combination of a plurality of latitudes and longitudes. The at least one geofence location received from the user via the user interface unit 102 may be processed to generate a set of precise geographical points that define the boundary of the geofence in the form of the latitude or longitude. Similarly, the at least one location of the vehicle may be determined and converted into corresponding latitude and longitude pairs. Beneficially, the use of latitude and longitude enables the system 100 to define and monitor geofence boundaries with high precision, regardless of the shape or complexity of the geofence area. Furthermore, the use of latitude and longitude in the system 100 ensures reliable detection of the vehicle entry, exit, or proximity to the geofence, which enhances the overall effectiveness of the system 100 for applications such as theft prevention, restricted zone monitoring, or fleet management.
In an embodiment, the system 100 comprises a server arrangement 106 configured to communicably couple the user interface unit 102 and the processing unit 104. The server arrangement 106 facilitates seamless communication and data exchange between the user interface unit 102 and the processing unit 104, which ensures efficient operation of the system 100. Furthermore, the user interface unit 102 may be designed to receive at least one geofence location from the user. The at least one geofence location transmitted to the processing unit 104 via the server arrangement 106. The processing unit 104, utilizes the received at least one geofence location and the at least one location of the vehicle to calculate displacements and compare the at least one location of the vehicle with the at least one geofence location to determine whether predefined conditions, such as boundary breaches, have occurred. Beneficially, the server arrangement 106 ensures that the communication between the user interface unit 102 and the processing unit 104 is robust, reliable, and optimized for real-time performance and location tracking.
In an embodiment, the system 100 comprises a memory unit 108 configured to store the at least one of the received at least one geofence location, the received at least one location of the vehicle and the combination of the plurality of latitudes and longitudes. The inclusion of the memory unit 108 ensures that critical data may be persistently available for processing and analysis, enables the system 100 to perform efficient geofence monitoring. Beneficially, the stored data facilitates seamless operations, including recalculations of the at least one location of the vehicle relative to the at least one geofence location. Also, the memory unit 108 helps to reuse the previously defined geofence configurations and enables historical analysis for enhanced decision-making.
In an embodiment, the processing unit 104 is configured to continuously monitor the displacement of the vehicle. The processing unit 104 receives the real-time data for the at least one geofence location of the vehicle from onboard or external location-determining systems, such as GPS or other positioning technologies. Beneficially, by utilizing the at least one geofence location, the processing unit 104 calculates the displacement of the vehicle, which refers to the change in position of the vehicle over time, relative to previously determined coordinates or geofence boundaries. Beneficially, the continuous monitoring of the displacement of the vehicle ensures that the system 100 maintains up-to-date information about the at least one location of the vehicle which significantly enhances the accuracy and responsiveness of geofence-related operations.
In an embodiment, the processing unit 104 is configured to authorize the user via the user interface unit 102 before receiving the at least one geofence location from the user. The system 100 comprises the processing unit 104 which may be communicably coupled with the user interface unit 102. The user interface unit 102 facilitates the user authorization by presenting a secure input mechanism, such as a password prompt, biometric verification (e.g. fingerprint or facial recognition), or a one-time password (OTP) sent to the user. The processing unit 104 evaluates the provided credentials against pre-stored authentication data. Upon successful verification, the system 100 grants access to the user for inputting at least one geofence location. Beneficially, the user authentication ensures that only authorized users may configure or modify the geofence parameters which significantly enhances the overall security and prevents unauthorized modifications.
In an embodiment, the at least one geofence location comprises a circular geographical area or a polygonal geographical area. The circular geographical area is determined by a central point, specified by a latitude and longitude coordinate, and a predefined radius extending outward from the center. The circular geographical area is particularly suited for geofencing applications which requires a uniform boundary around a specific location, such as a parking lot or service area. Furthermore, the polygonal geographical area is defined by multiple latitude and longitude coordinates that represent the vertices of a closed polygon. The vertices are connected sequentially to form the boundary of the geofence. The polygonal geographical area enables the definition of complex, irregular zones, such as buildings, campuses, or specific roadways, providing flexibility in tailoring geofencing boundaries to meet diverse operational needs.
In an embodiment, the processing unit 104 is configured to adjust the threshold value based on at least one dynamic factor. The processing unit 104 may be designed to adjust the threshold value, which serves as the criteria for generating the geofence alarm, based on at least one dynamic factor. The dynamic factors may include, but are not limited to, the signal strength, network signal strength, the speed of the vehicle, environmental conditions (such as weather or road type), traffic density, or user-defined preferences. For instance, if the vehicle operates in a region with weak GPS signal strength or intermittent cellular network connectivity, the processing unit 104 increases the threshold value to account for potential inaccuracies or delays in location data. Beneficially, the required changes in threshold value prevent the generation of false alarms caused by location deviations due to dynamic factors.
In an exemplary embodiment, the system 100 comprises the user interface unit 102. The user interface unit 102 may include user device such as smartphone, tablets etc and VIC. The system 100 operates with the user device serves as the input interface for configuring geofence parameters. The user defines the at least one geofence location by selecting coordinates on the user device. The at least one geofence location may be transmitted securely from the user device to the VIC via the server arrangement 106. The server arrangement 106 acts as an intermediary which ensures reliable data synchronization and communication between the user device and the VIC. The processing unit 104 within the VIC continuously monitors the at least one location of the vehicle. The VIC compares the at least one location of vehicle with the received at least one geofence location to determine any deviations. If the vehicle enters or exits the at least one geofence location, the VIC calculates the delta score. The delta score may be evaluated against the threshold value stored in the VIC. If the delta score exceeds the threshold value, the VIC generates an alarm notification. The notification may be transmitted back to the user device through the server arrangement 106. Simultaneously, the VIC displays the alarm in vehicle, allows to take immediate action.
In an exemplary embodiment, the system 100 comprises the user interface unit 102. The user interface unit 102 may include user device such as smartphone, tablets etc and VIC. The user device serves as the input interface, where the user defines at least one geofence location and may specify the geofence boundaries by selecting coordinates on the user device. Once the at least one geofence location is defined, the data may be transmitted to the server arrangement 106 via user device. The server arrangement 106 securely stores the at least one geofence location and forwards to the user device, which also functions as the processing unit 104. The user device continuously monitors the at least one location of the vehicle. Furthermore, the user device processes the data to compare the at least one location of the vehicle with the at least one geofence location. If the geofence boundary breach may detected, the user device calculates the delta score and compares the delta score against the threshold value. If the delta score exceeds the threshold, the user device i.e. the processing unit 104 triggers the alarm. The alarm notification is simultaneously sent to both the user device and the VIC via server 106. On the user device, the alert ensures the user may be informed in real time, even if the user is away from the vehicle. Furthermore, the notification on the VIC enables immediate vehicle-level actions, such as activating the security system or alerting nearby personnel.
In an exemplary embodiment, the system 100 comprises the user interface unit 102. The user interface unit 102 may include user device such as smartphone, tablets etc and VIC. The VIC serves as the input source in which the at least one geofence location may be defined. The at least one geofence location and the at least one location of the vehicle may be stored to the server arrangement 106, which ensures secure transmission and exchange of data with the user device. Upon receiving the data from the server arrangement 106, the user device, equipped with a processing unit 104, compares the at least one location of the vehicle with the at least one geofence location. The user device processes the data to calculate the delta score. The processing unit 104 i.e. the user device evaluates the delta score against the threshold value. If the delta score exceeds the threshold value, the user device generates the alarm notification. The alarm notification may be transmitted back to the server arrangement 106, which synchronizes and forwards to both the VIC and the user device. The VIC receives the alarm to initiate immediate actions, such as locking the vehicle or notify the authorities, while the user device displays the notification for the user to take appropriate action remotely.
In an exemplary embodiment, the system 100 comprises the user interface unit 102. The user interface unit 102 may include user device such as smartphone, tablets etc and VIC. The VIC serves as both the input source and the processing unit 104 for the system 100. The VIC may define the at least one geofence location and receives the at least one location of the vehicle via the server 106. Once the geofence is established, the VIC continuously monitors the at least one location of the vehicle. Furthermore, the VIC calculates the delta score and compare against the threshold value. If the delta score exceeds the threshold value, the VIC triggers the alarm and prepares a notification message. The notification is transmitted to the server arrangement 106, which acts as an intermediary to facilitate data synchronization and ensure reliable communication. The server 106 forwards the alarm notification to the user device. Simultaneously, the VIC displays the alarm, enables immediate action to be taken onboard the vehicle.
In an exemplary embodiment, the system 100 comprises the user interface unit 102. The user interface unit 102 may include user device such as smartphone, tablets etc and VIC. The input device may be either a user device, or the VIC. The user inputs defines the at least one geofence location on the user device or directly through the VIC. The at least one geofence location may be transmitted to the server arrangement 106 via a secure communication channel. The server arrangement 106 acts as the processing unit, which receives the data from both the user device and the VIC. The server 106 continuously monitors the at least one location of the vehicle or other location data transmitted from the VIC. The at least one geofence location of the vehicle compares the at least one location of the vehicle with the geofence boundaries defined by the user. Upon detecting that the vehicle has entered or exited the geofenced area, the server 106 calculates the delta score and compares the delta score against the threshold value. If the delta score exceeds the threshold, the server 106 triggers the alarm notification. The alarm may be then transmitted back to both the user device and the VIC. On the user device, the alarm may look like a push notification or an in-app alert, allows the user to take immediate action regardless of the physical location. Simultaneously, the alarm notification on the VIC enables the vehicle system to respond appropriately, such as by activating security measures or notifying local authorities.
In an embodiment, a system 100 for enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle is disclosed. The system 100 comprises a user interface unit 102 configured to receive at least one geofence location from a user, a processing unit 104 communicably coupled with the user interface unit 102. The processing unit 104 is configured to receive at least one location of the vehicle, calculate a displacement of the vehicle based on the received at least one location of the vehicle, compare the at least one location of the vehicle with the at least one geofence location received from the user to generate a delta score and generate an alarm for the user when the delta score is greater than a threshold value. Furthermore, the user interface unit 102 is configured to provide the generated alarm to the user as an audio-visual information. Furthermore, the processing unit 104 is configured to convert the received at least one geofence location and the received at least one location of the vehicle to combination of a plurality of latitudes and longitudes. Furthermore, the system 100 comprises a server arrangement 106 configured to communicably couple the user interface unit 102 and the processing unit 104. Furthermore, the system 100 comprises a memory unit 108 configured to store the at least one of the received at least one geofence location, the received at least one location of the vehicle and the combination of the plurality of latitudes and longitudes. Furthermore, the processing unit 104 is configured to continuously monitor the displacement of the vehicle. Furthermore, the processing unit 104 is configured to authorize the user via the user interface unit 102 before receiving the at least one geofence location from the user. Furthermore, the at least one geofence location comprises a circular geographical area or a polygonal geographical area. Furthermore, the processing unit 104 is configured to adjust the threshold value based on at least one dynamic factor.
Figure 2, describes a method 200 of enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle. The method 200 starts at step 202 and completes at step 210. At step 202, the method 200 comprises receiving at least one geofence location from a user. At step 204, the method 200 comprises receiving at least one location of the vehicle. At step 206, the method 200 comprises calculating a displacement of the vehicle based on the received at least one location of the vehicle. At step 208, the method 200 comprises comparing the at least one location of the vehicle with the at least one geofence location received from the user to generate a delta score. At step 210, the method 200 comprises generating an alarm for the user when the delta score is greater than a threshold value.
It would be appreciated that all the explanations and embodiments of the system 100 also applies mutatis-mutandis to the method 200.
In the description of the present invention, it is also to be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified or limited, the terms “disposed,” “mounted,” and “connected” are to be construed broadly, and may for example be fixedly connected, detachably connected, or integrally connected, either mechanically or electrically. They may be connected directly or indirectly through intervening media, or they may be interconnected between two elements. The specific meaning of the above terms in the present invention can be understood in specific cases to those skilled in the art.
Modifications to embodiments and combination of different embodiments of the present disclosure described in the foregoing are possible without departing from the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the accompanying claims. Expressions such as “including”, “comprising”, “incorporating”, “have”, “is” used to describe and claim the present disclosure are intended to be construed in a non- exclusive manner, namely allowing for items, components or elements not explicitly described also to be present. Reference to the singular is also to be construed to relate to the plural where appropriate.
Although embodiments have been described with reference to a number of illustrative embodiments thereof, it should be understood that numerous other modifications and embodiments can be devised by those skilled in the art that will fall within the spirit and scope of the principles of this disclosure. More particularly, various variations and modifications are possible in the component parts and/or arrangements of the subject combination arrangement within the scope of the present disclosure, the drawings and the appended claims. In addition to variations and modifications in the component parts and/or arrangements, alternative uses will also be apparent to those skilled in the art.
,CLAIMS:We Claim:
1. A system (100) for enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle, wherein the system (100) comprises:
- a user interface unit (102) configured to receive at least one geofence location from a user;
- a processing unit (104) communicably coupled with the user interface unit (102), wherein the processing unit (104) is configured to:
- receive at least one location of the vehicle;
- calculate a displacement of the vehicle based on the received at least one location of the vehicle;
- compare the at least one location of the vehicle with the at least one geofence location received from the user to generate a delta score; and
- generate an alarm for the user when the delta score is greater than a threshold value.
2. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the user interface unit (102) is configured to provide the generated alarm to the user as an audio-visual information.
3. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processing unit (104) is configured to convert the received at least one geofence location and the received at least one location of the vehicle to combination of a plurality of latitudes and longitudes.
4. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the system (100) comprises a server arrangement (106) configured to communicably couple the user interface unit (102) and the processing unit (104).
5. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the system (100) comprises a memory unit (108) configured to store the at least one of: the received at least one geofence location, the received at least one location of the vehicle and the combination of the plurality of latitudes and longitudes.
6. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processing unit (104) is configured to continuously monitor the displacement of the vehicle.
7. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processing unit (104) is configured to authorize the user via the user interface unit (102) before receiving the at least one geofence location from the user.
8. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the at least one geofence location comprises a circular geographical area or a polygonal geographical area.
9. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processing unit (104) is configured to adjust the threshold value based on at least one dynamic factor.
10. A method (200) of enabling geofence alarm of a vehicle, wherein the method (200) comprises:
- receiving at least one geofence location from a user;
- receiving at least one location of the vehicle;
- calculating a displacement of the vehicle based on the received at least one location of the vehicle;
- comparing the at least one location of the vehicle with the at least one geofence location received from the user to generate a delta score; and
- generating an alarm for the user when the delta score is greater than a threshold value.