Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present subject matter is related, in general to an instrument cluster disposed with multiple indicator units, and more particularly, but not exclusively to an indicator indicating traction control modes and a method for indicating traction control modes in the instrument cluster.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The instrument cluster, also referred to as dashboard, are equipped with multiple indicating units providing important indications to the rider of the vehicle. The indicating units are provided in accordance with norms and safety requirements of the vehicle. Typical indicators equipped on the instrument cluster include fuel gauge reading, engine temperature, speedometer, cruise control modes. Owing to multifaceted technologies developed and connected to the instrument cluster, the layout of the instrument cluster often gets congested without serving the essential purpose of communicating the content to the rider. Thus, there is a requirement of a compact layout for an instrument cluster where essential vehicle parameters are effectively communicated to the rider.
[0003] A traction control indicator is one of the indicating units the instrument cluster is typically equipped with, in accordance with norms and safety requirements. A traction control indicator indicates a mode of traction control to the rider. The traction control indicators known in the art fail to effectively communicate the mode of traction control to the rider by the deployment of multiple tell-tales on the instrument cluster. Multiple tell-tales for traction control create confusion in the mind of the rider and fails the purpose of norms and safety requirements.
[0004] 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
[0005] The foregoing summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described above, further aspects, embodiments, and features will become apparent by reference to the drawings and the following detailed description.
[0006] According to embodiments illustrated herein, the present disclosure provides an instrument cluster disposed in a vehicle, where the instrument cluster comprises of a plurality of indicator units, the plurality of indicator units being disposed on the instrument cluster, wherein the plurality of indicator units being configured to indicate a plurality of vehicle parameters; wherein a first indicator unit of the plurality of indicator units being configured to indicate at least one of traction control modes of the vehicle; and wherein the traction control modes comprising at least four modes.
[0007] According to embodiments illustrated herein, the present disclosure also discloses a method for indicating traction control modes, the method comprising steps: ignition, of a vehicle disposed with an instrument cluster comprising a plurality of indicator units; actuating, a clutch and a brake of the vehicle; determining, traction control modes of the vehicle by an anti-lock braking system disposed in the vehicle, wherein the traction control modes comprising of at least one of initializing mode, an ON mode, an OFF mode, and an error mode; configuring, by the anti-lock braking system a first indicator unit of the plurality of indicator units to indicate at least one of the traction control modes; and displaying, the indicated at least one of the traction control modes by a display unit disposed in the instrument cluster.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0008] The present invention will become more fully understood from the detailed description given herein below and the accompanying drawings which are given by way of illustration only, and thus are not limitative of the present invention.
[0009] Figure 1 illustrates a block diagram depicting an instrument cluster comprising one or more components of an instrument cluster, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[00010] Figure 2 depicts a flowchart illustrating a method for indicating traction control modes of a vehicle, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[00011] The present disclosure may be best understood with reference to the detailed figures and description set forth herein. Various embodiments are discussed below with reference to the figures. However, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that the detailed descriptions given herein with respect to the figures are simply for explanatory purposes as the methods and systems may extend beyond the described embodiments. For example, the teachings presented and the needs of a particular application may yield multiple alternative and suitable approaches to implement the functionality of any detail described herein. Therefore, any approach may extend beyond the particular implementation choices in the following embodiments described and shown.
[00012] References to “one embodiment,” “at least one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” “one example,” “an example,” “for example,” and so on indicate that the embodiment(s) or example(s) may include a particular feature, structure, characteristic, property, element, or limitation but that not every embodiment or example necessarily includes that particular feature, structure, characteristic, property, element, or limitation. Further, repeated use of the phrase “in an embodiment” does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment.
[00013] The present invention now will be described more fully hereinafter with different embodiments. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather those embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art.
[00014] The present invention is illustrated with a traction control mode indicator and an instrument cluster disposed in a vehicle and explained in reference to any electronic and electric component configured to mount, position or house requisite indicating units of the vehicle. However, a person skilled in the art would appreciate that the present invention is not limited to a traction control mode indicator and instrument cluster and certain features, aspects and advantages of embodiments of the present invention can be used with various types of vehicles such as an electric vehicle having a traction control mode.
[00015] It is an object of the present subject matter is to provide a dedicated traction control mode indicator which effectively conveys a mode of traction control to the rider of the vehicle.
[00016] As per norms and safety requirements, for a vehicle equipped with traction control functionality, a dedicated tell tale or indicator is to be provided in the vehicle to indicate adequately and effective a mode of traction control and cruising status of the vehicle to the rider. The disposition of a dedicated tell tale creates awareness to the rider which motivates his future course of riding.
[00017] To this end, an instrument cluster is disposed on the vehicle, with the instrument cluster comprising of a plurality of indicator units configured to indicate plurality of vehicle parameters as per norms and safety requirements. In accordance with the present disclosure, a first indicator of the plurality of indicators is configured to be the dedicated tell tale for indicating traction control mode of the vehicle. The disclosed configuration of the first indicator permits multiple modes of traction control such as - initializing mode, ON mode, OFF mode and error mode – to be indicated by a single dedicated indicator unit.
[00018] While provision of indicator units for indicating a mode of traction control is known in the art, however conventional layouts dispose multiple indicator units with each indicator unit indicating a particular state of traction control on the instrument cluster. Owing to provision of multiple indicator units with each indicator unit representing a dedicate state of the traction control, the instrument cluster develops a congested and complex layout which adversely affects effective conveyance of vehicle parameters to the rider. Further, the disposition of multiple indicator units on the cluster unit increases the overall weight, and cost of the instrument cluster.
[00019] Thus, the present invention enables a compact layout and design of the instrument cluster at minimal cost which is associated with a single dedicated indicator unit.
[00020] Further, the compact layout of the instrument cluster additionally reduces the length of wiring harness which enhances serviceability, maintenance, and ease of assembly of the instrument cluster.
[00021] It is a further object of the present subject matter to effectively convey a mode of traction control to the rider of the vehicle.
[00022] In accordance with the configuration of the present subject matter, the plurality of indicators are disposed on the instrument cluster based on a pre-defined priority positioning look-up table. The pre-defined priority positioning look-up table is tabulated based on the vehicle parameter being indicated and the rider’s field of view, such that in accordance of importance the indicator unit is disposed on the cluster unit. For example, an indicator unit indicating the fuel level in the vehicle is placed in a conspicuous position on the instrument cluster over other indicator units disposed for norms and safety purposes. The pre-defined priority positioning look-up table ensures effective communication of traction control modes to the rider.
[00023] It is an object of the present subject matter to indicate an error in traction control and malfunction of an anti-lock braking system (hereinafter referred to as ABS) disposed in the vehicle.
[00024] To this end, the first indicator configured to indicate the mode of traction control indicates an error in traction control which highlights malfunctioning of the ABS in the vehicle. The first indicator is communicatively connected to the controller of the ABS where the controller determines the mode of traction control. In the event of an error in traction control or malfunctioning of the ABS – a first LED of the first indicator and a second LED of a second indicator indicating a state of the ABS - are configured to activate simultaneously.
[00025] Additionally, traction control mode indicators known in the art are limited in applicability to indicate merely an ON mode and an OFF mode. The indicator unit disclosed in accordance with the present disclosure addresses the above-mentioned limitation in the known art by additionally indicating an error mode or malfunctioning of the ABS as well as an initializing mode of the traction control.
[00026] In a known art, the traction control indicator of an instrument cluster is equipped with multiple colours for indicating a mode of traction control. For instance, green is used to indicate an ON mode of traction control and amber is used to indicate an OFF mode of traction control. The development of traction control indicators configured to indicate traction control modes using multiple colours significantly increases the cost associated with the indicator unit and can create potential confusion in comprehension of the traction control mode in the rider.
[00027] Addressing the limitations and feasibility concerns of the known art, the present disclosure provides a dedicated indicator unit for traction control mode comprising of a first LED having a pre-defined wavelength upon activation. A pre-defined wavelength reduces the cost associated with equipping the indicator unit with multiple colors, and confusion in comprehension of the mode is addressed by configuring the indicator unit to have variable pre-defined frequencies accompanied by at least one of an alphabetic, numeric, graphic, haptic and audio warning.
[00028] Figure 1 illustrates a block diagram depicting an instrument cluster comprising one or more components of an instrument cluster, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[00029] With reference to Figure 1, 100 denotes an instrument cluster, 102 denotes a plurality of indicator units, 104 denotes a display unit, 106 denotes a first indicator units and 108 denotes a second indicator unit.
[00030] In an aspect, the plurality of indicator units 102 and the display unit 104 is disposed on the instrument cluster 100.
[00031] In an embodiment, the instrument cluster 100 is disposed in a vehicle, and the instrument cluster 100 comprises of the plurality of indicator units 102 disposed in the instrument cluster 100.
[00032] In an aspect, the instrument cluster 100 provides an interface serving as a virtual platform to establish interaction between the rider of the vehicle and the vehicle. The instrument cluster 102 communicates plurality of vehicle parameters to the rider. In an embodiment, the instrument cluster 102 is disposed in a field of view of the rider to ensure effective communication and awareness to the rider regarding the plurality of vehicle parameters. Typically, the instrument cluster 100 in accordance with norms and safety requirements is disposed with a plurality of indicator units 102. The instrument cluster 100 is provided with different gauges and warning lights as well. The term instrument cluster 100 in accordance with the present disclosure can be interchangeably termed as a dash, a dashboard and a gauge cluster or any other device or electrical electronic equipment configured to serve as an interaction tool between the vehicle and the rider by communicating essential vehicle parameters to the rider.
[00033] In an aspect, the instrument cluster 100 comprises of suitable circuitry interfaces, graphic interfaces and/or code configured to communicate or display a plurality of vehicle parameters to the rider. The instrument cluster 100 is also configured to receive a rider input with reference to the displayed or indicated vehicle parameters through the plurality of indicator units 102.
[00034] In an embodiment, the instrument cluster 100 is provided with a flat surface having a quadrilateral shape with a display unit 104 disposed in a central portion of the instrument cluster 100 and a plurality of indicator units 102 arranged along the edges of the instrument cluster 100 to prevent overlapping of tell tales or indicator units disposed in the display unit 104 with tell tales or plurality of indicator units 102 disposed along the periphery of the instrument cluster 100.
[00035] In an embodiment, the instrument cluster 100 is communicatively connected to an engine control unit (hereinafter referred to as ECU) and is configured to display or communicate the plurality of vehicle parameters measured, detected or sensed by the ECU.
[00036] In an embodiment, the instrument cluster 100 is provided with an energy storage device located under the instrument cluster 100 surface and is provided with multi pin connectors to securely dispose the instrument cluster 100 in the vehicle. The plurality of indicator units 102 and display unit 104 are connecting to various components of the vehicle and the ECU using wiring harnesses.
[00037] In an embodiment, the instrument cluster 100 is a digital instrument cluster provided with automotive grade systems such as LCD, cover lends, touch screen, adaptable back light, 3D graphics display. In an embodiment, the instrument cluster 100 includes an external memory, stepper motors, one or more motor control units, CAN interface, LIN interface.
[00038] In an aspect, the plurality of indicator units 102 is configured to indicate a plurality of vehicle parameters. In an embodiment, the plurality of indicator units 102 include at least one of speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge indicator, oil pressure, odometer, turn signal indicator, trip distance, charge level, air vent control, clock, outside temperature, vehicle infotainment system, multimedia control, engine temperature, etc.
[00039] In an embodiment, the plurality of indicator units 102 are communicatively connected to the ECU of the vehicle and is configured to receive the respective vehicle parameters from the ECU.
[00040] In an aspect, the plurality of indicator units 102 being disposed on the instrument cluster 100 based on a pre-defined priority positioning look-up table, wherein the pre-defined priority positioning look-up table being tabulated based on plurality of vehicle parameters indicated by an indicator unit and a rider’s field of view during riding condition.
[00041] In an aspect, the pre-defined priority positioning look-up table is designed to effectively communicate essential information pertaining to vehicle safety, vehicle operation and norms and safety requirements to ensure comfortable and safe riding.
[00042] In an aspect, a first indicator unit 106 of the plurality of indicator units 102 being configured to indicate at least one of traction control modes of the vehicle. In an embodiment, the traction control modes comprising of at least four modes. The at least four modes comprises of an initializing mode, an ON mode, an OFF mode and an error mode.
[00043] In an aspect, safety concerns while riding make it imperative to include a traction control mechanism in vehicles. Traction control effectively controls the acceleration of the vehicle on a slipper surface, allowing the rider to gain better control over the vehicle under unfavorable riding conditions such as rainy weather or slipper, icy roads. Traction control in vehicles are configured to prevent a loss of traction of the driven road wheels. A traction control system is typically activated when a mismatch between a throttle input, an engine portion and a torque transfer is detected with reference to the road surface conditions.
[00044] In an aspect, the traction control mode based on the road surface conditions is determined by a control unit. The control unit comprises a logic and circuitry interfaces, and algorithmic codes that is configured to receive a plurality of vehicle parameters from the ECU of the vehicle and based on the received plurality of vehicle parameters, the control unit determines a mode of traction control. The mode of traction control being at least one of the initializing mode, ON mode, OFF mode and error mode. In an embodiment, the ABS unit has a controller.
[00045] In an aspect, the ABS unit operates by preventing the wheels of the vehicle from locking up during braking to maintain a tractive contact between the road surface and the vehicle, enabling the rider to gain more control over the vehicle. In an embodiment, the ABS unit is communicatively connected to the ECU and comprises of a plurality of wheel speed sensors and a braking mechanism. The ECU constantly monitors the rotational speed of each wheel of the vehicle and based on the rotation speed deciphers a condition indicative of an impending wheel lock and accordingly actuates brakes of the vehicle.
[00046] In an embodiment, the first indicator unit 106 is communicatively connected to an anti-lock braking system disposed in the vehicle.
[00047] In an embodiment, the first indicator unit (106) being disposed in at least one of a bottom left portion and a bottom right portion of the instrument cluster (100), based on the pre-defined priority positioning look-up table.
[00048] In an aspect, a second indicator unit 108 of the plurality of indicator units 102 is configured to indicate a state of anti-lock braking system.
[00049] In an aspect, the first indicator unit (106) comprises of a first LED, the first LED being disposed on the instrument cluster (100), wherein the first LED being configured to activate based on the traction control modes of the vehicle; wherein the first LED having a pre-defined wavelength upon activation; and wherein the traction control modes of the vehicle including at least one of an initializing mode, an ON mode, an OFF mode, and an error mode.
[00050] In an aspect, to indicate the initializing mode of traction control modes the first LED being configured to activate at a first pre-defined frequency. In an embodiment, the first pre-defined frequency being of range 0.5Hz to 1.2 Hz.
[00051] In an aspect, to indicate the ON mode of traction control modes the first LED being configured to activate at a second pre-defined frequency. In an embodiment, the second pre-defined frequency being of range 2Hz to 3Hz.
[00052] In an aspect, the second pre-defined frequency being larger than the first pre-defined frequency, with the frequency of the first LED and the second LED being manifested as a blinking rate of the first indicator unit and the second indicator unit. The activation of the first LED and the second LED is configured by the controller of the ABS unit which is communicatively connected to the first LED and the second LED.
[00053] In an aspect, to indicate the error mode of traction control modes the first LED and a second LED of the second indicator unit being configured to simultaneously activate.
[00054] In an aspect, to indicate the off mode of traction control modes the first LED being configured to activate.
[00055] In operation, upon vehicle ignition, a plurality of vehicle parameters is continuously monitored by the ECU. The ECU is configured to transmit the plurality of vehicle parameters to the controller of the ABS Unit. Based on the received plurality of vehicle parameters, the controller of the ABS unit determines the traction control mode of the vehicle. The controller of the ABS unit is communicatively connected to the first indicator unit 106. The first indicator unit 106 is configured to indicate at least one of the traction control mode. The traction control mode of the vehicle is configured to be at least one of the initializing mode, ON mode, OFF mode and an error mode.
[00056] In a first case scenario, the controller of the ABS unit determines the traction control mode to be an initializing mode. The first LED of the first indicator unit 106 is configured to activate at a first pre-defined frequency to indicate the initializing mode.
[00057] In a second case scenario, the controller of the ABS unit determines the traction control mode to be ON mode. The first LED of the first indicator unit 106 is configured to activate at a second pre-defined frequency to indicate the ON mode.
[00058] In a third case scenario, the controller of the ABS unit determines the traction control mode to be OFF mode. The first LED of the first indicator unit 106 is configured to be activated by the controller of the ABS unit to indicate the OFF mode. In an embodiment, the first LED is configured to not blink during OFF mode of traction control.
[00059] In a fourth case scenario, at least one of the ABS unit and a traction control unit and a ECU of the vehicle is malfunctioning. In this case, to indicate the error mode, the first LED of the first indicator unit 106 and a second LED of the second indicator unit 108 being configured to simultaneously activate to indicate the error mode.
[00060] In an embodiment, the display unit 104 comprises of a screen with backlit provided from a light source and is configured to receive content, data, information from the ECU and display the same. The display unit 104 comprises of a graphic screen and performs the function of a tell tale configured to interact with the rider and communicate essential vehicle parameters to the rider. In an embodiment, the display unit 104 is communicatively connected to the ECU and the controller of the ABS unit disposed in the vehicle.
[00061] In an embodiment, the instrument cluster (100) being configured to indicate at least one of the traction control modes using at least one of an alphabetic, numeric, graphic, haptic and audio warning.
[00062] In an aspect, the display unit 104 receives incoming content or data and supply content or data to connected components via a communication channel such as Controller Area Network (CAN), Local Interconnect Network (LIN) and Bluetooth.
[00063] 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.
[00064] Figure 2 depicts a flowchart illustrating a method for indicating traction control modes of a vehicle, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[00065] The method 200 starts at step 202 and proceeds to step 204 where the ignition of the vehicle is turned ON. In an embodiment, the applicability of the present disclosure is not to be limited to vehicles comprising of an internal combustion engine, but is applicable in equivalence to electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles where a mere switch is configured to initialize the operation of the vehicle.
[00066] At step, 206 the clutch and brake of the vehicle is actuated. In an aspect, the actuation of the clutch and brake of the vehicle transmits an intention on the part of the rider to proceed with riding of the vehicle. At a state where the clutch and brake are actuated, the controller of the ABS unit is configured to receive a plurality of vehicle parameters from the ECU to determine at least one of traction control modes. At another state where the clutch and brake remain unactuated, the first indicator 106 of the instrument cluster 100 is configured to indicate an OFF state of traction control mode.
[00067] In an embodiment, the controller of ABS unit is configured to determine at least one of the traction control modes of the vehicle based on the plurality of vehicle parameters received from the ECU dependent on the road surface conditions after an ignition ON state 204 of the vehicle is detected.
[00068] At step 208, the controller of the ABS unit is configured to determine at least one of the traction control modes of the vehicle based on the plurality of vehicle parameters received from the ECU dependent on the road surface conditions. The controller of the ABS unit determines the traction control mode to be at least one of - an initializing mode, an ON mode, an OFF mode and an Error mode.
[00069] At step 210, the controller of the ABS unit based on the input received by the ECU configures the first indicator unit 106 to indicate at least one of – an initializing mode, an ON mode, an OFF mode and an Error mode. In an aspect, to indicate the initializing mode of traction control modes the first LED of the first indicator unit 106 is configured by the controller of the ABS unit to activate at a first pre-defined frequency of a range 0.5Hz to 1.2 Hz. In an aspect, to indicate the ON mode of traction control modes the first LED of the first indicator unit 106 is configured by the controller of the ABS unit to activate at a second pre-defined frequency of a range 2Hz to 3Hz. In an aspect, to indicate the error mode of traction control modes the first LED of the first indicator unit 106 and a second LED of the second indicator unit 108 is configured by the controller of the ABS unit to simultaneously activate. In an aspect, to indicate the off mode of traction control modes the first LED of the first indicator unit 106 is configured by the controller of the ABS unit to activate.
[00070] At step 212, the Ignition of the vehicle is turned OFF, cutting the supply of electrical power to the components of the vehicle and shutting down the entire vehicle system. The method for indicating traction control modes ends at step 214.
[00071] In an aspect, the configured at least one of the traction control modes by a display unit (104) disposed in the instrument cluster (100).
[00072] 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.
[00073] The disclosed claimed limitations and the disclosure provided herein provides a traction mode indicator and a method for indicating a traction control mode of a vehicle. The claimed invention in an aspect provides enhanced safety by indicating an error mode indicative of malfunctioning ABS unit or other control unit.
[00074] In an aspect, the present subject matter is to provide a dedicated traction control mode indicator which effectively conveys a mode of traction control to the rider of the vehicle. Additionally, the present invention enables a compact layout and design of the instrument cluster at minimal cost which is associated with a single dedicated indicator unit. Further, the compact layout of the instrument cluster additionally reduces the length of wiring harness which enhances serviceability, maintenance, and ease of assembly of the instrument cluster.
[00075] Thus, the disclosed traction mode indicator and the method for indicating a mode of traction control overcomes the technical problem of effective communication to rider, communication of a malfunctioning control unit and reduced costs and feasibility concerns of an instrument cluster of the vehicle.
[00076] 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 device itself as the claimed steps provide a technical solution to a technical problem.
[00077] 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,
[00078] 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.
[00079] 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.
[00080] The present disclosure may be realized in hardware, or a combination of hardware and software. The present disclosure may be realized in a centralized fashion, in at least one computer system, or in a distributed fashion, where different elements may be spread across several interconnected computer systems, a computer system or other apparatus adapted for carrying out the methods described herein may be suited. A combination of hardware and software may be a general-purpose computer system with a computer program that, when loaded and executed, may control the computer system such that it carries out the methods described herein. The present disclosure may be realized in hardware that comprises a portion of an integrated circuit that also performs other functions.
[00081] 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.
[00082] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that any of the aforementioned steps and/or system modules may be suitably replaced, reordered, or removed, and additional steps and/or system modules may be inserted, depending on the needs of a particular application. In addition, the systems of the aforementioned embodiments may be implemented using a wide variety of suitable processes and system modules, and are not limited to any particular computer hardware, software, middleware, firmware, microcode, and the like. The claims can encompass embodiments for hardware and software, or a combination thereof.
[00083] 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. An instrument cluster (100), the instrument cluster (100) being disposed in a vehicle, the instrument cluster (100) comprising:
a plurality of indicator units (102),
wherein the plurality of indicator units (102) being configured to indicate a plurality of vehicle parameters;
wherein a first indicator unit (106) of the plurality of indicator units (102) being configured to indicate at least one of traction control modes of the vehicle; and
wherein the traction control modes comprising at least four modes.
2. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first indicator unit (106) being communicatively connected to a control unit disposed in the vehicle and wherein the control unit being a controller of an anti-lock braking system.
3. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a second indicator unit (108) of the plurality of indicator units (102) being configured to indicate a state of the anti-lock braking system.
4. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first indicator unit (106) comprises of a first LED,
wherein the first LED being configured to activate based on the traction control modes of the vehicle;
wherein the first LED having a pre-defined wavelength upon activation; and
wherein the traction control modes of the vehicle including at least one of an initializing mode, an ON mode, an OFF mode, and an error mode.
5. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein to indicate the initializing mode of traction control modes the first LED being configured to activate at a first pre-defined frequency.
6. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein to indicate the ON mode of traction control modes the first LED being configured to activate at a second pre-defined frequency.
7. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein to indicate the error mode of traction control modes the first LED and a second LED of the second indicator unit being configured to simultaneously activate.
8. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein to indicate the off mode of traction control modes the first LED being configured to activate.
9. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the first pre-defined frequency being of range 0.5Hz to 1.2 Hz.
10. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 6, wherein the second pre-defined frequency being of range 2Hz to 3Hz.
11. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of indicator units (102) being disposed on the instrument cluster (100) based on a pre-defined priority positioning look-up table,
wherein the pre-defined priority positioning look-up table being tabulated based on plurality of vehicle parameters, said plurality of vehicle parmeters being indicated through one of plurality of indicator units (102) and a rider’s field of view during riding condition of the vehicle.
12. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the first indicator unit (106) being disposed in at least one of a bottom left portion and a bottom right portion of the instrument cluster (100), based on the pre-defined priority positioning look-up table.
13. A method (200) for indicating traction control modes, the method comprising steps:
ignition (204), of a vehicle disposed with an instrument cluster (100) comprising a plurality of indicator units (102);
determining (208), traction control modes of the vehicle by a controller of an anti-lock braking system disposed in the vehicle,
wherein the traction control modes comprising of at least one of initializing mode, an ON mode, an OFF mode, and an error mode;
configuring (210), by the anti-lock braking system a first indicator unit (106) of the plurality of indicator units (102) to indicate at least one of the traction control modes; and
displaying, the configured at least one of the traction control modes by a display unit (104) disposed in the instrument cluster (100).
14. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 13, wherein the instrument cluster (100) being configured to indicate at least one of the traction control modes using at least one of an alphabetic, numeric, graphic, haptic and audio warning.
15. The instrument cluster (100) as claimed in claim 13, wherein the anti-lock braking system being configured to determine (208) traction control modes of the vehicle upon actuating (206) a clutch and a brake of the vehicle

Dated 27th day of February 2023
[Digitally Signed By]
Chandan Chavan
Head IP
TVS Motor Company Limited

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMERALS:

100 – Instrument Cluster
102 – Plurality of indicator Units
104 – Display Unit
106 – First Indicator Unit
108 – Second Indicator Unit