DESC:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present subject matter generally relates to system and method for a communication system and method thereof. More particularly, but not exclusively to a system and method of a communication system for wearable devices in a vehicle network.
BACKGROUND
[0002] Group rides, popular among motorcyclists, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts, require clear communication between group riders to ensure safety and a smooth experience. The success of the ride depends on the lead rider’s ability to navigate terrain and stay aware of the surroundings, keeping the whole group safe and comfortable. However, traditional methods like hand signals and gestures may not work well in challenging conditions, such as rain or at night, which could put riders at risk.
[0003] Moreover, current communication methods often struggle with accurately determining the location of riders or vehicles due to GPS limitations. Relying on continuous internet access for distance tracking also causes problems when the internet connection is weak or unavailable.
[0004] Existing communication systems, like Bluetooth or MHz walkie-talkies, have several drawbacks. These include limited range, difficulty managing role changes between central and peripheral riders, and delays in communication. Additionally, these systems mainly support voice communication and do not allow sharing of multimedia content, such as photos or videos, which could improve the group riding experience.
[0005] To overcome these issues, there is a clear need for a new communication system specifically designed for group rides. This system should address the weaknesses of current technology and provide better functionality to improve safety and communication during rides. Essential features include extended range for comfortable distances between riders, seamless role transitions in the network, and the ability to share multimedia content in addition to voice.
[0006] Current technology presents several challenges that reduce safety during group rides. A major issue is the delay in communication, preventing riders from quickly sharing critical information. Furthermore, the limited data transfer capabilities restrict the amount of information that can be exchanged. The reliance on internet connectivity also makes the system unreliable when the connection is weak or unavailable.
[0007] Thus, there is a need in the art for a method and a system for a wearable device communication system and method thereof being used for a vehicle which addresses at least the aforementioned problems and other problems of known art.
[0008] Further limitations and disadvantages of conventional and traditional approaches will become apparent to one of skill in the art, through comparison of described systems with some aspects of the present disclosure, as set forth in the remainder of the present application and with reference to the drawings.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0009] According to embodiments illustrated herein, the present invention a system for communication in a vehicle network and method thereof.
[00010] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, a method for communication in a vehicle network comprising two or more vehicles. The method comprising initiating, by one or more peripheral device, creation of a local network configured to be in communication with one or more user devices based on a received user input from the one or more peripheral device. The method further comprises prompting, by the one or more peripheral device, a notification to the one or more user devices for connecting to the created local network, wherein the one or more user devices being configured to operate as a plurality of connected nodes in the created local network for communication. Furthermore, the method comprises determining, by the one or more peripheral device, a relative location between the plurality of connected nodes. The method proceeds to designating, one or more leading node of the plurality of connecting nodes as a master node; and enabling, the master node to communicate with the plurality of connecting nodes.
[00011] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the master node through an associated peripheral device of the one or more peripheral device initiates a crew mode in the created local network by: transmitting a crew mode notification to the plurality of connected nodes; and communicating, with the plurality of connected nodes, alerts based on the crew mode status.
[00012] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, a user device associated with the master node being configured to transmit one or more environmental parameters to the plurality of connected nodes.
[00013] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the master node receives an operating status associated with each of the plurality of connecting nodes.
[00014] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the master node triggers an alert to the plurality of connected nodes upon detection of non-receipt of the operating status associated with each of the plurality of connecting nodes in a pre-set time.
[00015] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, a system for communication in a vehicle network comprising two or more vehicles.The system comprises one or more peripheral device and one or more user devices. The one or more peripheral device is configured to initiate creation of a local network. The one or more user devices are configured to operate as a plurality of connected nodes when connected to the created local network; and a leading node of the plurality of connecting nodes is designated as a master node.
[00016] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, in the system, where the master node through an associated peripheral device configures a crew mode in the created local network. The crew mode is configured when: one of the one or more peripheral device associated with the plurality of connected nodes triggers the crew mode configured to the plurality of connected nodes; or the peripheral device associated with the master node selectively communicates with the plurality of connected nodes on the crew mode status.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[00017] The details are described with reference to an embodiment of a wearable device communication system and method thereof along with the accompanying diagrams. The same numbers are used throughout the drawings to reference similar features and components.
[00018] Figure 1 exemplarily illustrates a diagram depicting a crew mode configuration in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00019] Figure 2 exemplarily illustrates a method flow in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00020] Figure 3 exemplarily illustrates a flowchart for communication in a created local network in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[00021] Exemplary embodiments are described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Wherever convenient, the same reference numbers are used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or like parts. While examples and features of disclosed principles are described herein, modifications, adaptations, and other implementations are possible without departing from the spirit and scope of the disclosed embodiments. It is intended that the following detailed description be considered as exemplary only, with the true scope and spirit being indicated by the following claims.
[00022] An objective of the present subject matter is to provide a communication system for vehicles that efficiently provides reliable information transmission, ensures seamless communication without delay, and enhances safety and coordination among riders.
[00023] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, the system comprises a wearable device equipped with wireless transceivers, such as UWB (Ultra-Wideband), RF (Radio Frequency), and Bluetooth transceivers, as well as a speedometer incorporating wireless communication modules such as Bluetooth or other RF communication modules. Additionally, an external device, to create a link between the speedometer and the wearable device, facilitating user participation in the local network.
[00024] In the present embodiment, the wearable device communication system introduces an innovative approach to group ride communication, enhancing safety and coordination among riders. Each wearable device, typically in the form of a smart helmet, is equipped with advanced technology including Ultra-Wideband (UWB), Radio Frequency (RF), and Bluetooth transceivers. The system utilizes technology like Ultra-Wideband technology to accurately determine the relative distances between nodes, aiding in the identification of the leading node, which serves as the master node responsible for initiating communication protocols and coordinating the group. In an aspect of the present disclosure, the wearable device may alternately be referred to as a user device or an external device. The term “external device” in the context of the present disclosure referrers to devices not integrally coupled to the in-vehicle system, but rather associated with a user’s personal device.
[00025] The process begins with the initiation of a local network by the external device, prompting the wearable device to notify nearby riders of the network's availability. Upon acceptance of the invitation to join the created local network, the wearable device’s transceiver collects and shares an identification numbers of all joining vehicles, henceforth referred to as nodes, facilitating future connections.
[00026] In an embodiment, the creation of the local network and accession of nearby riders as connected nodes in the created node may be validated based on an authentication process. The authentication process may require reception and transmission of temporary identification codes generated by the user device initiating the local network creation.
[00027] Alternately, the authentication process may deem only like-branded or manufactured vehicles being in communication in each other in the created local network. To this end, the user device initiating the local network creation may receive a vehicle identification code from the user devices in a pre-defined boundary to the initiating user device, the vehicle identification code provides a make or manufacturing details of the vehicle which may help determine compatibility of the user devices in the vicinity with the peripherals of the initiating user device as well as compliance with the created local network. In an embodiment, only those user devices which are deemed compatible with the created local network and the initiating user device form a plurality of connected node in the created local network.
[00028] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, the system logs hardware peripherals' status, including onboard camera, wearable device speaker, microphone, GPS status, TPS (Throttle Position Sensor) status, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) status, and more, within the vehicle speedometer or vehicle. This logging facilitates future analysis and troubleshooting. In an aspect, the term peripheral device used in the present disclosure may refer to in-vehicle telematics and communication systems such as, but not limited to, the speedometer or instrument cluster.
[00029] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, during crew mode, the system determines the relative distance between connected nodes based on their direction of travel. The leading node, identified as the farthest relative distance in the traveling direction, is declared the master node. More specifically, the leading node may be the node having the least distance from the destination of travel. A declaration or notification is then sent to all the connected nodes, preparing them for communication within the created local network with a designated master node.
[00030] In an aspect, a control unit is employed to determine the relative distances between the connected nodes and reveal their relative positions, wherein, each node translates to the vehicle and its rider. Riders can opt to initiate a crew mode, which identifies the group riding among joint nodes. Nodes in crew mode undergo a mandatory peripheral self-check to ensure vehicle condition monitoring and safety.
[00031] In an aspect, once crew mode is activated in a particular vehicle, the system identifies the leading node or vehicle based on its relative distance and direction of travel. The leading node is designated as the master node responsible for initiating communication protocols and coordinating the group.
[00032] in an aspect, the master node shares the identification numbers of all nodes in the network for communication purposes, ensuring seamless data exchange and coordination among riders.
[00033] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, the master node is enabled to send audio signals, camera data, perform distance estimations, and detect falls and crashes.
[00034] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, the master node initiates crew mode, and may selectively communicates with fellow connected nodes, and sends alerts based on the crew mode status. In an aspect, the crew mode status is determined based on a crew mode trigger being sent by any of the connected nodes or master node to other connected nodes in the created local network Post acceptance of the crew mode trigger, the master node is configured to receive, transmit and share information pertaining to a crew mode configuration. The information share in crew mode configuration may include the road terrain, object, road indicators, weather conditions ahead in the direction of travel by the leading or master node. The information pertaining to crew mode may further include a message transmitted by a connected node on the requirement of a break, requirement of additional resources such as fuel, tools, or food. The objective of a crew mode is to facilitate travel of multiple connected vehicles in a fleet or group better adapted to adversities of travel.
[00035] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, the master node triggers the capture of images or video data via an onboard camera, triggers the GPS unit for transmittal of location data, and shares image and GPS data with fellow connected nodes. The master node may also be provided with active image processing sub-systems for identification of road terrains, obstructions and road indicators such as sharp bend, speed breakers, speed limited, etc.
[00036] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, the master node awaits acknowledgments from fellow connected nodes, relays information to delayed or lagging nodes via low latency broadcast, and displays image data on the speedometer with audio alerts.
[00037] In an embodiment, based on the relative distance between the connected nodes lagging in the group or fleet and the master node, the master node may transmit a suitable message for slowing down to the other connected to reduce the relative distances between the lagging nodes and master node.
[00038] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, in the absence or intermittence of GPS data, the master node obtains location data from nearby connected nodes via low latency broadcast, determines fellow node locations, and alerts fellow nodes about GPS unavailability.
[00039] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, the master node determines relative distances between fellow nodes, detects stopped nodes, and broadcasts alerts based on the speed and status of fellow nodes.
[00040] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, the master node performs crash detection and notifies fellow nodes in the event of a crash, facilitating timely response and emergency assistance.
[00041] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, the system comprises of low latency broadcast mechanisms for efficient communication, ensuring real-time data exchange and enhancing overall network reliability.
[00042] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, the system comprising a helmet, mobile app, UWB controller, onboard camera, GPS unit, and communication interfaces between nodes.
[00043] As per an aspect of the present subject matter, a computer-readable medium containing instructions for executing the method as claimed in any of the preceding claims, when executed by a processor in a vehicle network system.
[00044] In a working example, consider a group of motorcyclists embarking on a ride. The method and system as per the present disclosure, initiates as the riders, each equipped with a wearable device (102b), start their journey. They may activate a mobile app connected to their respective helmets or mobile phones operable as user devices, initiating the creation of a local network. At a pit stop, the riders may decide to enable crew mode to better coordinate their ride. Once activated, the wearable devices prompt a notification on each rider's helmet screen, smart watch or mobile phone. Alternately, the notification may be provided on a peripheral device such as the instrument cluster. Upon acceptance, the unique IDs of all participating riders are shared and stored for future reference. As the group continues their journey, the controller within each wearable device continuously monitors the relative distances between riders and reveals its own position. This ensures that the riders are aware of their spatial arrangement within the group. The riders may decide to trigger crew mode to increase safety. As the group enters crew mode, each rider's wearable device conducts a peripheral self-check to ensure all safety features are operational and logs vehicle conditions. Meanwhile, the master node, determined based on the leading rider's position within the group, shares the unique IDs list with all nodes for communication purposes. The master node then activates various functions to enhance communication and safety. For example, it sends audio signals to warn riders of upcoming hazards, triggers image capture via onboard cameras to document road conditions and checks the relative distances between fellow riders to maintain safe spacing. In one instance, the master node detects a fellow rider coming to a sudden stop, indicating a potential hazard. It promptly sends alerts to all riders, ensuring they are aware of the situation and can respond accordingly. Later in the journey, the master node detects a crash involving one of the riders. It immediately sends notifications to all fellow riders, urging them to stop and provide assistance until physical acknowledgment is received from the affected rider. Throughout the ride, the master node's functions ensure seamless communication, timely warnings of potential dangers, and swift responses to emergencies, ultimately enhancing the safety and enjoyment of the group ride.
[00045] In an embodiment, the wearable device can be a smart watch, an earpiece or any other remote device that can enable communication.
[00046] The present invention aims to streamline communication, enhance safety, and improve coordination among riders during group rides, thereby mitigating the disadvantages associated with traditional Bluetooth-based systems. By incorporating wireless technology (in an embodiment, being UWB) and advanced communication protocols, the present subject matter offers a comprehensive solution for group riding scenarios, balancing the limitations of existing systems with enhanced functionality and reliability.
[00047] The present subject matter is described using a wearable device communication system and method thereof which is used in a vehicle, whereas the claimed subject matter can be used in any other type of application employing above-mentioned a wearable device communication system and method thereof, with required changes and without deviating from the scope of invention. Further, it is intended that the disclosure and examples given herein be considered as exemplary only.
[00048] The terms “an embodiment”, “embodiment”, “embodiments”, “the embodiment”, “the embodiments”, “one or more embodiments”, “some embodiments”, and “one embodiment” mean “one or more (but not all) embodiments of the invention(s)” unless expressly specified otherwise. The terms “including”, “comprising”, “having” and variations thereof mean “including but not limited to”, unless expressly specified otherwise. The terms “a”, “an” and “the” mean “one or more”, unless expressly specified otherwise.
[00049] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to a wearable device communication system and method thereof with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the present embodiments. The present subject matter is further described with reference to accompanying figures. It should be noted that the description and figures merely illustrate principles of the present subject matter. Various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, encompass the principles of the present subject matter. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and examples of the present subject matter, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
[00050] Figure 1 exemplarily illustrates a block diagram depicting a crew mode configuration in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00051] In an aspect, the leading node, or the leading vehicle (102) is identified in a created local network comprising vehicles 102, 104 and 106 using wireless transceiver and data recorded by the speedometer. The rest of the plurality of vehicles comprising vehicle (104) and (106) following the master node (vehicle 102) may be identified as fellow nodes or merely connected nodes. Each of the plurality of vehicles or connected nodes comprising one or more peripheral devices which may be a speedometer (102a, 104a, 106a). Each of the rider of the plurality of vehicles (102, 104, 106) comprising one or more user devices which may be a wearable device (102b, 104b, 106b) according to the current embodiment. For the ease of understanding, the one or more user devices and one or more user devices are limited to 3 in number for the explanation purposes. However, it is to be understood that it is not limited to certain number of devices but the disclosure at an outset is for communication between any number of possible devices in a group ride.
[00052] Figure 2 exemplarily illustrates a method flow in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. In the embodiment the method (200) is for communication in a vehicle network. In an aspect, the vehicle network may comprise of two or more vehicle (102, 104, 106). The method (200) starts at step 202 and further proceeds to the step 204.
[00053] At step 204, the one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a), initiates creation of a local network configured to be in communication with one or more user devices (104a, 104b, 104c). This local network helps in pairing the one or more user devices (104a, 104b, 104c) with the one or more peripheral device (102a, 102b, 102c). For example, the one or more peripheral here may be speedometer or any other device that is associated with the vehicle, and the one or more user devices may be a smart watch, smart phone or a smart helmet of the user.
[00054] In an aspect, a user input may be transmitted for initiation of a local network via one or more user devices (102b, 104b, 106b) or the one or more peripheral devices (102a, 104a, 106a). In an embodiment, the user device is communicatively coupled to the peripheral device, therefore the user input for creation of local network may be transmitted to the peripheral device via the user device. In another embodiment, the user input may be directly received by the peripheral device associated with the vehicle.
[00055] In an aspect, the local network may be a pre-set region or radius concentric upon two or more vehicles within a pre-set radius of each other. The local network is configured to provide a secure communication zone between the two or more vehicles connected or acceding to the local network. Post creation of the local network and pairing of the one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a) and one or more user devices (102b, 104b, 106b) the step 204 ends and proceeds to step 206.
[00056] At step 206, one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a), prompts a notification to the one or more user devices (102b, 104b, 106b ) for connecting to the created local network, wherein the one or more user devices (104a, 104b, 104c) being configured to operate as a plurality of connected nodes in the created local network for communication. Once certain number of peripheral devices connected with the one or more respective user device, any one of the peripheral devices can prompt to join in created local network. The connected user devices and/or peripheral devices are given an option to join the created local network. Once the respective nodes join the local network it may be called as the joined or connected nodes.
[00057] In an aspect, the connected nodes may transmit and receive vehicle information, graphic information as well as auditory information between each other in the secure communication medium created by the local network.
[00058] In a preferred embodiment, the peripheral devices are used or employed for transmission of information i.e graphic, textual, auditory, gesture based or haptic. The peripheral device may be coupled to an in-vehicle memory, which is non-reliant on available memory storage and bandwidth of the user device. Therefore, the communication of memory exhaustive media may be better supported via the peripheral devices than the user device. The user device may however still be communicatively coupled for transmittal of information, while the processing may be done by the circuitry associated with the peripheral device.
[00059] In an embodiment, step 206 additionally comprises authentication of the nodes accepting accession to the created local network. The authentication may be done by mapping an identification code generated by the initiating peripheral device to the potentially nodes of the created network. Alternately, the authentication may be done by mapping the make, or build or manufacturing details and sub-system configurations against a preferential list of system settings associated with the local network created. The nodes accepting the created local network may be deemed connected nodes only post authentication. The step 206 ends here and proceeds to the step 208.
[00060] At step 208, the one or more peripheral device (102a, 102b, 102c) determines a relative location between the plurality of connected nodes. The peripheral device being communicatively coupled to in-vehicle system has direct access to geographic parameters such as vehicle position, real-time geographic location, relative distance to a destination as well as vehicle dynamics. In an aspect, the transmittal of the relative location may be communicated via the user device or directly via the associated peripheral device. The step 208 ends here and proceeds to the step 210.
[00061] At step 210, a leading node of the plurality of connected nodes is designated as the master node. The master node is given access to certain functionalities such as, but not limited to, retrieving the logs of the connected nodes, determining the relative distance between the nodes and determine the status of the respective vehicle etc.
[00062] In an aspect a computing circuitry of a peripheral device may be configured to determine the relative distances between the connected nodes in a direction of traversal. The computing circuitry may receive location and vehicle information as retrieved in Step 208 and compare the same in determining a leading node.
[00063] In an embodiment, the created local network may be configured to be operative in a competitive riding streak. In this configuration, the two leading nodes are respectively designated an individual team of fellow nodes. The two teams may thereon embark on a competitive race to an assigned destination. The fellow nodes may be automatically assigned to a respective master node or team. Thereon, a sub-level of communication via the created local network may exist between the fellow nodes of the respective team. The master nodes may however have access to each other’s location data.
[00064] The step 210 ends here and further proceeds to the step 212.
[00065] At step 212, the master node is enabled to communicate with the plurality of connecting nodes. The communication may be made via. a broadcast to the fellow connected nodes. For example, the communication can be of any instructions like to stop at a bay or any other communication to the group riders. The term “broadcast” may be used for transmittal and reception of auditory information, graphic information, textual and/or binary information. For instance, the spatial disposition of the connected nodes on a graphic map interface with relative distance in colour concordant indicators may be transmitted by the master node. The step 212 further ends, and the method flow of communication ends at the step 214.
[00066] Figure 3 is an exemplarily illustrates a flowchart for communication in a created local network in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The figure 3 is divided into figure 3A to 3B for the ease of representation. However, it is to be understood that figure 3A to 3B is part one single embodiment of the present disclosure. The figure 3a to 3B will be explained together for brevity.
[00067] The method initiates the process at step 301 and proceeds to step 302. At step 302, a local network creation is initiated by a peripheral device in communication with a user device. The user device prompts a notification of joining the network at step 303 to other peripheral device and/or user devices in a predefined radius to the initiating device. In an embodiment, the predefined radius may be that of 5km to the initiating peripheral device. The method further proceeds to either step 304 or 305.
[00068] The user has the option to accept or reject the network joining requires or notification. If the user rejects the request it ends at the step 304. Upon acceptance of the notification, at step 305, the unique identification numbers of all joining nodes are shared and saved for future joining purposes. At step 305, the nodes accepting the network joining request are communicatively coupled to each other. The method then proceeds to step 306.
[00069] At step 306, a controller or computing circuitry determines the relative distance between the connected nodes and reveals its own position. The step further proceeds to step 307.
[00070] At step 307, an option to initiate the crew mode is presented, aimed at determining the crew riding in groups among the connected nodes. The step further proceeds to step 308. For the ease of representation, the step 307 is connected to the step A, which represents the next step post initiation of the crew mode.
[00071] The step A proceeds to step 308, where the nodes that accept the crew mode option proceed to the next step 309. At step 309, a peripheral self-check is conducted as a mandatory failsafe and to log vehicle conditions of those that have joined the crew mode. The step further proceeds to step 311.
[00072] Meanwhile, vehicles or connected nodes not part of the crew mode moves to the step 310, i.e., the connected nodes which haven’t accepted the crew mode, remain without alerts. While the remnant nodes may still be communicatively connected in the local network, the data or information shared in crew mode is eluded from the remnant nodes.
[00073] At step 311, the lead node determination takes place. The determination is done based on the direction of travel and distance between nodes. The lead node is assigned a master node status in step 312.
[00074] In an aspect, the master node shares the unique identification numbers of all nodes in the network for communication purposes. The master node can initiate various functions, including sending audio signals, triggering image capture via onboard cameras, and checking relative distances between fellow nodes.
[00075] At step 312, based on the determination of the lead node among the joined connected nodes (as in step 311), a master node is assigned. The master node is enabled with the functions like broadcasting the audio messages to the joined nodes in the crew mode. The method then proceeds to step 313.
[00076] At step 313, the master node shares the list of joined or connected nodes in the network to all the joined nodes. The joined nodes based on the list may communicate with the individual nodes selectively or in a group.
[00077] In an aspect, a user device associated with the master node may be configured to transmit one or more environmental parameters to the plurality of connected nodes. The environmental parameters may include the road terrain, road slope, preferrable speed limits, road indicators, weather conditions.
[00078] In an aspect, the master node receives an operating status associated with each of the plurality of connecting nodes. The operating status may include the speed, the vehicle dynamics and vehicle diagnostic parameters associated with each of the connecting nodes. A circuitry of the peripheral device associated with the master node may be configured to detect any anomalies in the received operating status. The detected anomaly may be received via a diagnostics tool, or a sensor detecting low fuel level.
[00079] In an aspect, the master node triggers an alert to the plurality of connected nodes upon non-receipt of the operating status associated with each of the plurality of connecting nodes in a pre-set time. The non-receipt of operating status may be indicative of the communication protocol between the peripheral device of the missing node and the master node may be compromised, or the missing node being beyond the predefined radius of the created local network. The master node may then initiate retrieval of the missing node or communication with the other connected nodes for the location parameters of the missing node. The method stops at the step 314.
[00080] A person with ordinary skills in the art will appreciate that the systems, modules, and sub-modules have been illustrated and explained to serve as examples and should not be considered limiting in any manner. It will be further appreciated that the variants of the above disclosed system elements, modules, and other features and functions, or alternatives thereof, may be combined to create other different systems or applications.
[00081] In light of the above-mentioned advantages and the technical advancements provided by the disclosed method and system, the claimed steps as discussed above are not routine, conventional, or well understood in the art, as the claimed steps enable the following solutions to the existing problems in conventional technologies. Further, the claimed steps clearly bring an improvement in the functioning of the configuration itself as the claimed steps provide a technical solution to a technical problem.
[00082] A description of an embodiment with several components in communication with another does not imply that all such components are required, On the contrary, a variety of optional components are described to illustrate the wide variety of possible embodiments of the invention.
[00083] Finally, the language used in the specification has been principally selected for readability and instructional purposes, and it may not have been selected to delineate or circumscribe the inventive subject matter and is therefore intended that the scope of the invention be limited not by this detailed description, but rather by any claims that issue on an application based here on. Accordingly, the embodiments of the present invention are intended to be illustrative, but not limiting, of the scope of the invention, which is set forth in the following claims.
[00084] While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed herein, other aspects and embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The various aspects and embodiments disclosed herein are for purposes of illustration and are not intended to be limiting, with the true scope and spirit being indicated by the following claims.
[00085] While the present disclosure has been described with reference to certain embodiments, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes may be made, and equivalents may be substituted without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. In addition, many modifications may be made to adapt a particular situation or material to the teachings of the present disclosure without departing from its scope. Therefore, it is intended that the present disclosure not be limited to the particular embodiment disclosed, but that the present disclosure will include all embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims. ,CLAIMS:WE CLAIM:
1. A method (200) for communication in a vehicle network comprising two or more vehicles (102, 104, 106), the method (200) comprising:
initiating (204), by one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a) of the two or more vehicles (102, 104, 106), creation of a local network configured to be in communication with one or more user devices (102b, 104b, 106b) based on a received user input from the one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a);
prompting (206), by the one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a), a notification to the one or more user devices (102b, 104b, 106b) for connecting to the created local network,
wherein the one or more user devices (102b, 104b, 106b) being configured to operate as a plurality of connected nodes in the created local network;
determining (208), by the one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a), a relative location between the plurality of connected nodes;
designating (210), one or more leading node of the plurality of connecting nodes as a master node; and
enabling (212), the master node to communicate with the plurality of connecting nodes.

2. The method (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the master node, through an associated peripheral device of the one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a), initiates a crew mode in the created local network by:
transmitting, a crew mode notification to the plurality of connected nodes; and
communicating, with the plurality of connected nodes, alerts based on the crew mode status.

3. The method (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a user device associated with the master node being configured to transmit one or more environmental parameters to the plurality of connected nodes.
4. The method (200) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the master node receives an operating status associated with each of the plurality of connecting nodes.

5. The method (200) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the master node triggers an alert to the plurality of connected nodes upon detection of non-receipt of the operating status associated with each of the plurality of connecting nodes in a pre-set time.

6. A system for communication in a vehicle network comprising two or more vehicles (102, 104, 106), the system comprising:
one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a) configured to initiate creation of a local network; and
one or more user devices (102b, 104b, 106b)
configured to operate as a plurality of connected nodes when connected to the created local network, and
a leading node of the plurality of connecting nodes is designated as a master node.

7. The system as claimed in claim 6, wherein the master node through an associated peripheral device of the one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a), configures a crew mode in the created local network, when:
One of the one or more peripheral device (102a, 104a, 106a) associated with the plurality of connected nodes triggers the crew mode to the plurality of connected nodes; or
the peripheral device associated with the master node selectively communicates with the plurality of connected nodes on the crew mode status.
transmitting, a crew mode notification to the plurality of connected nodes; and
communicating, with the plurality of connected nodes, alerts based on a status of the crew mode.

8. The system as claimed in claim 6, wherein a user device associated with the master node being configured to transmit one or more environmental parameters to the plurality of connected nodes.

9. The system as claimed in claim 6, wherein the master node receives an operating status associated with each of the plurality of connecting nodes.

10. The system as claimed in claim 6, wherein the master node triggers an alert to the plurality of connected nodes upon detection of non-receipt of the operating status associated with each of the plurality of connecting nodes is not received in a pre-set time.