Abstract: A display image system (300) for a saddle type vehicle (100), the saddle type vehicle (100) comprising a display assembly (102), an infotainment unit (302), and a user interaction module (306). The display assembly (102) comprising a visor (200), a vehicle display unit (204) and a display image generator unit (206). The display image system (300) comprising a visor display unit (208), said display image generator unit (206) and the display image system (300) being communicatively connected to said infotainment unit (302) and a communication device (304). The display image system (300) being configured to communicatively receive user inputs from said user interaction module (306). The display image generator unit (206) being disposed in a cavity (202) in a lower portion behind said vehicle display unit (204) to project an image on the visor display unit (208) without any distortion and to keep the display image generator unit (206) hidden and safe from any external damage.
DESC:TECHNICAL FIELD
[001] The present subject matter relates to a display system for a vehicle, more particularly, a display system for a vehicle depicting plurality of data with respect to line of sight of a user.
BACKGROUND
[002] A display system of a vehicle is crucial for smooth drivability and for providing safety to the user and to the surroundings of the user. Conventionally, the display systems of the vehicle are incapable of providing appropriate information for maintaining safety of the vehicle. Hence an improved display system of the vehicle at an optimal location is required.
BRIEF DESCRIPT ION OF THE DRAWINGS
[003] The present invention is described with reference to figures, block diagrams and flow charts. This invention is implementable in two-wheeled and three-wheeled vehicles. The same numbers are used throughout the drawings to reference like features and components. Further, the inventive features of the invention are outlined in the appended claims.
[004] Figure 1 illustrates a left side view of a saddle type vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
[005] Figure 2a illustrates a top view of a display assembly of the saddle type vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
[006] Figure 2b illustrates a right-side perspective view of the display assembly of the saddle type vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
[007] Figure 3 illustrates a block diagram of a display image system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
[008] Figure 4 illustrates a flowchart depicting a method for displaying a plurality of input data by the display image system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[009] A vehicle display unit being used in two-wheeled or three wheeled vehicles are getting advanced with a greater number of connected features. Majorly the advancements are targeted towards improving the user experience by means of integrating information from multiple devices to one unit. Moreover, the user cannot concentrate on information from multiple devices especially while he is riding. For example, in a two-wheeled vehicle, the user has very less time to focus at any information while riding due to small screen size of an instrument cluster.
[010] In a conventional saddle type vehicle, important vehicle diagnostic and non-diagnostic information is displayed on a vehicle display unit like the instrument cluster of the vehicle. The instrument cluster is located at a downward direction from a line of sight of a user. This often leads to diversion of focus of the user between the road and the instrument cluster to know the vehicle information and thereby threatens the safety of the user. Hence, an improved vehicle display system which displays all the vehicle information is required.
[011] Most of the time, critical vehicle information like safety features of the vehicle is not immediately noticed by the user, since he is busy focusing on driving the vehicle on road. Further, many critical vehicle information on the vehicle display unit is frequently visited by the user but some critical information requires immediate attention from the user where the vehicle display unit fails to draw the attention of the user. In such circumstances, the focus of the user is diverted which can lead to accidents. Hence, an improved vehicle display system which efficiently displays all the critical vehicle information instantly to the user is required.
[012] In order to resolve the problem of loss of critical vehicle information, conventionally a visor is mounted on a front portion of the vehicle on a handlebar or on a frame of the vehicle. According to usual industrial practice, visors are mounted on after assembly of the saddle type vehicle, as an accessory, in accordance with the preferences of the user. Further, the position, height, angle and inclination of the visor are also required to be customized according to the user’s discretion. Therefore, the visor is mounted on the vehicle corresponding to the line of sight of the user.
[013] Hence, conventionally, all the vehicle information is displayed on the visor which is located at the line of sight of the user. The vehicle information is projected on the visor through a projector and the user is able to view the vehicle information comfortably while driving the vehicle. However, this mechanism requires a different construction of the visor which is capable of receiving a projected image and display the image to the user which makes this arrangement complex in design, costly and time consuming. Hence, an improved mechanism to project all the vehicle information on the visor is required.
[014] Additionally, in the conventional design the projector is aligned either 90 degrees or 180 degrees with respect to the visor in order to achieve a straight image and not a mirror image of the required image. However, aligning the projector to a 90 degree or 180 degree requires a customized design of the projector and also requires complex mounting locations and points in the vehicle to mount the projector at such an angle. Furthermore, it is difficult to achieve a perfect 90 degree or 180-degree alignment of the mounting locations in the vehicle due to the uneven structure of the vehicle. Hence, a simplified mounting location of the projector to achieve best image quality is required.
[015] In some conventional designs, the projector is fixed just above the vehicle display unit. The projector is fixed on a front body panel and thus the projector is not rigidly affixed to the vehicle. Any rigid fixation on the body panels can cause damage to the body panel and also reduce the aesthetic appeal of the vehicle. This, results in loose mounting of the projector and with slight impact, the projector move from its own position and thereby causes distorted images to be displayed on the visor. Furthermore, during a bump, the projector may get accidentally detached from the vehicle further causing problem to the user safety.
[016] In a related art, a virtual image projection by means of three architectural elements such as an auxiliary display device, an optical imaging device and a reflective surface is disclosed. Here the optical imaging device guides the image received from the auxiliary display unit before reflecting back to the reflective surface. However, the optical imaging device has added architectural component which increases the size & cost of the entire vehicle. Hence, a cost effective and simple display system is required for faster and better resolution image display.
[017] In another related art, a heads-up display visor is attached to the projector unit through two connecting members on a conventional vehicle visor design. However, such an arrangement creates a vibrational issue since the unit is not attached to the vehicle body directly and remains hanging in an upward direction. Hence, a rigidly mounted vehicle display system is required which does not face any vibrational issues.
[018] In another related art, a visor is made of light guide material to conduct the light from the LED source. However, in order to achieve this, a special visor is required to embed the light guide material which requires additional challenges in the production. Hence a cheaper and simpler construction of the visor and the projector is required for efficient display of an image on the visor.
[019] In another related art, a mirror is disposed in front of the vehicle display unit before projecting the image information to the reflective screen facing towards the visor. However, added optical components such as mirrors increases challenges with respect to the packaging and fitment of the visor and reflective screen with correct alignment. Furthermore, misalignment of the mirrors causes distortion of the image displayed to the user on the visor. Hence, an improved vehicle display system is required which provides high resolution images without any distortions.
[020] Hence, it is an object of the present invention to overcome all the above stated and other related problems existing in the prior arts, with respect to optimal localization and effective functioning of a projecting device depicting vehicle information on the visor of the saddle type vehicle as well as other problems of known art.
[021] It is further an object of the present invention to reduce discomfort of the user in accessing the high priority information.
[022] It is further an object of the present invention to minimize discomfort in viewing the vehicle display unit for receiving the critical vehicle information which involves frequent neck and eye movement.
[023] It is further an object of the present invention to provide a display device located at the line of sight of the user while driving the vehicle.
[024] It is further an object of the present invention to provide a higher pull off time while driving the saddle type vehicle to infer critical information like navigation details.
[025] It is further an object of the present invention to efficiently package a projector unit inside the vehicle and protect it from any external damage.
[026] The present subject matter provides an optimal location of a display image generator unit behind a vehicle display unit to project plurality of input data on a visor of a saddle type vehicle. The display image generator unit is also configured to display critical information first on the visor based on the priority and importance of the input data and thereby provide ease of drivability to the user.
[027] As per an aspect of the present invention, a display image system for a saddle type vehicle, the saddle type vehicle comprising a display assembly, an infotainment unit, and a user interaction module. The display assembly comprising a visor, a vehicle display unit and a display image generator unit. The display image system comprising a visor display unit, the display image generator unit and the display image system is communicatively connected to the infotainment unit and a communication device. The display image system is configured to communicatively receive user inputs from the user interaction module. The display image generator unit is disposed in a cavity in a lower portion behind the vehicle display unit to project an image on the visor display unit.
[028] As per an embodiment, the display image generator unit is disposed in a holding structure. The display image generator unit is rigidly fixed in the holding structure and is disposed behind a cover panel of the vehicle display unit. The display image generator unit is covered by a transparent and waterproof covering. The display image generator unit comprising a projector.
[029] As per another embodiment, the display image generator unit is disposed in the cavity at a tilt angle of not more than 4 degrees from a line of sight of the user. The display image generator unit receives plurality of input data from the infotainment unit and the communication device. The display image generator unit is connected to the infotainment unit with or without a wire.
[030] As per another embodiment, the display image generator unit receives a mirror image of the plurality of input data and projects a correct image on the visor display unit. The display image generator unit further clears distorted images received among the plurality of input data and display correct images on the visor display unit.
[031] As per another embodiment, the display image generator unit comprises an ambient sensor which displays desired images as per various intervals of a day. The display image generator unit prioritizes plurality of input data and display a priority data first on the visor display unit.
[032] As per another embodiment, a user interaction module is disposed on any part of a handle bar assembly of the saddle type vehicle. The user interaction module is disposed in the vehicle display unit and can operate as a touch screen input provider. The user interaction module further operates as a vehicle mounted switch.
[033] As per another aspect of the present invention, a method for displaying an input data by the display image system for the saddle type vehicle comprises steps of scanning for the communication device and the infotainment unit after starting of said saddle type vehicle using an ignition key. Further, authenticating the communication device and said infotainment unit and pairing the communication device and the infotainment unit with the display image generator unit. Thereafter, selecting the input data from the communication device and the infotainment unit and checking priority of the input data. Finally, displaying a priority input data on the visor display unit and thereafter displaying a user selected input data on the visor display unit.
[034] As per an embodiment, the input data is speed of the saddle type vehicle, fuel level, tire pressure value, incoming call, SMS and other input data received from the communication device and the infotainment unit. The priority input data is the speed of the saddle type vehicle, the fuel level, the tire pressure value and other safety feature input data received from the infotainment unit. The user selected input data is received from the communication device and non-safety feature related data which is received from the infotainment unit.
[035] In accordance with the present configuration, one of the advantages is that the insertion of the display image generator unit in the cavity behind the vehicle display unit provides an efficient location where the display image generator unit remains hidden and is also protected from rain, dirt and other dust particles.
[036] In accordance with the present configuration, one of the advantages is that the display image generator unit being mounted at a 4 degrees tilt angle provides enough projection area of the images to conform with the shape of the visor display unit on the visor.
[037] In accordance with the present configuration, one of the advantages is that the display image generator unit displays the priority signals first in order to guide the user for immediate action and the user is also enabled to drive the vehicle appropriately without hampering the safety of himself or his surroundings.
[038] Further advantages of the invention are appended in the description below.
[039] The present subject matter is further described with reference to accompanying figures. It should be noted that the description and figures merely illustrate the 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.
[040] The foregoing disclosure is not intended to limit the present disclosure to the precise forms or particular fields of use disclosed. As such, it is contemplated that various alternate embodiments and/or modifications to the present disclosure, whether explicitly described or implied herein, are possible in light of the disclosure. Having thus described embodiments of the present disclosure, a person of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that changes may be made in form and detail without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. Thus, the present disclosure is limited only by the claims.
[041] Additionally, all numerical terms, such as, but not limited to, “first”, “second”, “third”, “primary”, “secondary”, “main” or any other ordinary and/or numerical terms, should also be taken only as identifiers, to assist the reader's understanding of the various elements, embodiments, variations and/or modifications of the present disclosure, and may not create any limitations, particularly as to the order, or preference, of any element, embodiment, variation and/or modification relative to, or over, another element, embodiment, variation and/or modification.
[042] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[043] Figure 1 illustrates a left side view of a saddle type vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. A saddle type vehicle (100) comprising a frame assembly (not shown) which is conventionally an under-bone chassis frame providing an open central area to permit “step-through” mounting by the user.
[044] Typically, the frame assembly (not shown) comprising a head tube (not shown), a main tube (not shown), and a pair of side tubes (not shown). The head tube (not shown) is disposed towards a front portion of the saddle type vehicle (100). The main tube (not shown) extends downwardly and rearwardly from the head tube (not shown) forming a flat horizontal step-through portion. The other end of the main tube (not shown) is connected with the pair of side-tubes (not shown) through a bracket (not shown). The head tube (not shown) is configured to rotatably support a steering tube (not shown) and further connected to the front suspension system (not shown) at the lower end. A handlebar support member (not shown) is connected to an upper end of the steering tube (not shown) and supports a handlebar assembly (106).
[045] A display assembly (102) being configured to be disposed in a front portion of the saddle type vehicle (100). The display assembly (102) is supported on the main tube (not shown) of the saddle type vehicle (100). The display assembly (102) is arranged to be follow a line of sight (108) of the user. The line of sight (108) of the user is an inline viewing region across which the user can comfortably drive the saddle type vehicle (100) without looking sideways or downwards. The arrangement of the display assembly (102) to follow the line of sight (108) provides display of vehicle information and various input data without any diversion of focus of the user from the road while driving the saddle type vehicle (100).
[046] Two telescopic front suspension system (not shown) is attached to a bracket (not shown) on a lower portion of the steering tube (not shown) on which is supported a front wheel (112). The upper portion of the front wheel (112) is covered by a front fender (104) mounted to the lower portion of the steering shaft (not shown). The pair of side-tubes (not shown) extends from the other end of the main tube (not shown) and are disposed parallel on either side of the vehicle width direction. Each of the said side tube (not shown) includes a down frame section (not shown) inclined and extending from the main tube (not shown) and gradually after a certain length extending rearward in a substantially horizontal direction to the rear portion of the saddle type vehicle (100). A plurality of cross pipes (not shown) is secured in between the pair of side-tubes (not shown) at selected intervals to support vehicular attachments including a utility box (not shown), a seat (110) and a fuel tank assembly (not shown).
[047] The seat (110) is supported on the pair of side-tubes (not shown) on which the user sits. Generally, the utility box (not shown) is supported between the front portions of the left and right end of the pair of side-tubes (not shown) so as to be disposed below the seat (110). The fuel tank assembly (not shown) is disposed on between the rear portions of the pair of the side-tubes (not shown).
[048] The exhaust emission system (not shown) is disposed at the side extending rearward coupled to the frame assembly. There is front brake (not shown) and rear brake (not shown) arranged on the front wheel (112) and a rear wheel (114) respectively. The rear wheel (114) is covered by a rear fender (not shown) with a tail light (not shown) disposed above it and a support bar (not shown) place above it at the end of the seat (110). The rear wheel (114) is supported towards the rear side of the frame by an engine (not shown) which is horizontally coupled swingably to the rear of the frame assembly of the saddle type vehicle (100) through a rear suspension system (not shown).
[049] An air-cooling system (not shown) cools the engine (not shown) because of the excess heat generated within the engine. The engine transfers the drive directly to the rear wheel (114) which is coupled directly to it through a continuously variable transmission system.
[050] Figure 2a illustrates a top view of a display assembly of the saddle type vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. The display assembly (102) comprising a vehicle display unit (204), a visor (200) and a display image generator unit (206). The visor (200) is being fixedly attached to the to the front portion of the saddle type vehicle (100). The visor (200) is fixedly attached through two brackets on the left and right side of the visor (200) respectively. The visor (200) is attached to the front portion of a front body cover, the front body cover covers the main tube (not shown) and the head tube (not shown). The visor (200) comprises of a visor display unit (208) which is configured to display a projected image from the display image generator unit (206).
[051] The visor (200) comprises an electrostatic film attached to the inner side of the visor (200). The visor (200) deflects the wind during driving condition of the saddle type vehicle (100) and address all the functions of the visor (200). The visor display unit (208) of the visor (200) displays all of the vehicle information to the user. The visor display unit (208) is opaque and captures bright colors when projected from the display image generator unit (206). The visor display unit (208) acts as a transparent medium when dark colors are projected on to it. The visor display unit (208) is an integrated unit with the properties of electrostatic film built-in to the visor (200) in one embodiment.
[052] The vehicle display unit (204) in one embodiment is an instrument cluster. The vehicle display unit (204) is configured to display vehicle information like vehicle speed, fuel level, tire pressure value, state of charge of a battery and other vehicle diagnostic values. The vehicle display unit (204) is configured to be analog or digital or a combination of both. The vehicle display unit (204) is assembled on the handle bar assembly (106) of the saddle type vehicle (100).
[053] The display image generator unit (206) is an electronic device comprising an electronic control unit and an ambient sensor. The display image generator unit (206) is covered by a transparent and waterproof covering which is made of a polycarbonate sheet. The display image generator unit (206) comprises of a projector which projects multi color display information on the visor display unit (208). The waterproof covering protects the display image generator unit (206) from rainfall and also prevents seeping of water inside the display image generator unit (206) and thereby prevents short circuiting of the electronic control unit and the ambient sensor of the display image generator unit (206).
[054] The multi color display information is projected on the visor display unit (208) by either one of and not limited to combination of digital mirror device, thin film transistor, in-plane switching, laser scanning type, AMOLED display technology fitted inside the saddle type vehicle (100). The display image generator unit (206) displays plurality of input data such as navigation, night vision from camera, location-based news, to-do list application and other allied information on the visor display unit (208).
[055] The ambient sensor of the display image generator unit (206) senses the ambient climatic conditions. The ambient sensor determines the particular interval of a day related to day or night. During day time, the ambient sensor senses the lighting parameters and sends a signal to the electronic control unit of the display image generator unit (206) to display bright colors on the visor display unit (208). On the other hand, during day time, the ambient sensor senses the lighting parameters which are extremely low during the night time and sends a signal to the electronic control unit of the display image generator unit (206) to display less bright colors on the visor display unit (208). This feature helps the user to see the images on the visor display unit (208) with better clarity and resolution and also bright colors during day time reduces glaring effect from the sun and thereby improves visibility, resolution and quality of the image being displayed on the visor display unit (208).
[056] The electronic control unit of the display image generator unit (206) receives a mirror image of a plurality of input data which is provided as images by the saddle type vehicle (100) and other communicative sources, and projects a correct image on the visor display unit (208). The display image generator unit (206) is configured to clear distorted images which is received among the plurality of input data and display correct images on the visor display unit (208). The electronic control unit of the display image generator unit (206) is configured to collate and process the plurality of input data to correctly map as per the curved tilted surface structure of the visor (200) and display the images on the visor display unit (208). The logic of the electronic control unit of the display image generator unit (206) is customized as per the shape and features of the visor (200) and hence a customizable display image generator unit (206) is possible to be manufactured based on various user demands.
[057] Figure 2b illustrates a right-side perspective view of the display assembly of the saddle type vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. The display image generator unit (206) (as shown in figure 2a) is disposed inside a cavity (202) in the front portion of the handle bar assembly (206). The display image generator unit (206) is disposed inside a holding structure (210) which is rigidly securing the display image generator unit (206) inside the cavity (202) through a plurality of mounting joints (212) present both on the left side and the right side of the saddle type vehicle (100). The holding structure (210) is situated inside the cavity (202) behind the vehicle display unit (204). The mounting of the display image generator unit (206) is located in this location to hide the display image generator unit (206) and thereby preventing the user to see the display image generator unit (206) while driving the saddle type vehicle (100).
[058] The holding structure (210) containing the display image generator unit (206) is disposed behind a cover panel of the vehicle display unit (204). The display image generator unit (206) is disposed in the cavity (202) at a tilt angle of not more than 4 degrees from a line of sight (108) of said user. This arrangement helps in easier and faster installation of the display image generator unit (206) without any changes to the shape and structure of the saddle type vehicle (100). Furthermore, this location of the display image generator unit (206) behind the vehicle display unit (204) aids in faster communication with the control unit of the saddle type vehicle (100) and thereby minimizes loss of signals. The display image generator unit (206) is mounted inside the holding structure (210) through screw mountings in one embodiment. In another embodiment, the display image generator unit (206) is fitted inside the holding structure (210) through snap fit mechanism.
[059] Figure 3 illustrates a block diagram of a display image system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. A display image system (300) of the saddle type vehicle (100) comprising the display image generator unit (206), the visor display unit (208). The display image generator unit (206) receives the plurality of input data from an infotainment unit (302) of the saddle type vehicle (100). The infotainment unit (302) is connected to the display image generator unit (206) with a wire or can be connected wirelessly. The display image generator unit (206) further communicatively connects with a communication device (304). The communication device (304) is an external device and not restricted to a mobile phone, a smart phone and a tablet. The display image system (300) is configured to function upon receiving CAN communication signals or Bluetooth from the infotainment unit (302) of the saddle type vehicle (100). The display image system (300) is further capable of operating upon receiving Bluetooth or WIFI signals or LAN signals from the communication device (304).
[060] The display image system (300) receives a plurality of input data from the infotainment unit (302) of the saddle type vehicle (100) and the communication device (304). The display image generator unit (206) collates all the plurality of input data and then prioritizes the plurality of input data. Based on the information collected from infotainment unit (302) of the saddle type vehicle (100) and the communication device (304), the display image generator unit (206) configures the graphics in order to create a better readability and reachability. Additionally, display image generator unit (206) also clears distortions from the image received from the plurality of input data before projecting it on the visor display unit (208) and thereby accommodate the curved aesthetics of visor construction. The wireless information sources are not limited to a smart phone’s screen casted data, a smart phone mirrored information, an information sourced from wireless sensors like tire pressure sensor, a rear camera sensor, a night vision sensor, a RADAR, an ultrasonic sensor etc.
[061] The display image system (300) further includes a user interaction module (306) which controls the information displayed in the visor display unit (208). The user interaction module (306) provides an interaction between the plurality of data to be displayed on the visor display unit (208) and the user. The user interaction module (306) is not limited to control switches mounted on the saddle type vehicle (100) but also extends to voice controls, haptic and gesture controls and touch screen enabled.
[062] In one embodiment, the user interaction module (306) is enabled as switches to change between different ride modes such as normal mode or race mode, depending upon the information received on the visor display unit (208).
[063] The display image generator unit (206) compares all the plurality of input data and determines the priority signal data to be displayed first on the visor display unit (208). The priority signals are the safety signals which are generated by the infotainment unit (302). Few examples of the priority signals are vehicle speed value, low tire pressure value, low battery charge value, a low fuel level indication value and other vehicle diagnostic emergency values. After computing the presence of priority signals, the display image generator unit (206) computes the user selected data from the plurality of input data and displays the use selected data on the visor display unit (208). The user selected data is configured to be further controlled by the user interaction module (306) to change font size, colour of the fonts, zoom in on some information and only display some critical information such as navigation maps on the visor display unit (208). This feature enables the user to customize the information displayed on the visor display unit (208) as per his requirements and thereby avoid constant searching of information away from the line of sight of the user while driving the saddle type vehicle (100).
[064] In one embodiment, the communication device (304) is enabled to control the operation of a head lamp (not shown) by connecting the communication device (304) with the vehicle display unit (204).
[065] In another embodiment, the communication device (304) is enabled to control the brightness and the intensity of the information displayed on the vehicle display unit (204) and the visor display unit (208) through an application.
[066] Figure 4 illustrates a flowchart depicting a method for displaying a plurality of input data by the display image system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. A method for displaying an input data among a plurality of input data by the display image system (300) for the saddle type vehicle (100) comprises of numerous steps. The display image system (300) is enabled once the saddle type vehicle (100) is started using an ignition key (not shown) as shown in step (400). The display image generator unit (206) of the display image system (300) scans for the communication device (304) and the infotainment unit (302) either by Bluetooth or Wi-Fi as shown in step (402). After scanning the devices, the display image generator unit (206) of the display image system (300) authenticates the communication device (304) and the infotainment unit (302) and checks the genuine source of signal of the communication device (304) and the infotainment unit (302) as shown in step (404).
[067] Once authentication is completed, the display image generator unit (206) of the display image system (300) communicatively pairs with the communication device (304) and the infotainment unit (302) and receives plurality of input data from the communication device (304) and the infotainment unit (302) as shown in step (406). The display image generator unit (206) uses the inbuilt logic selects an input data from the plurality of input data which is to be displayed on the visor display unit (208) as shown in step (408).
[068] The display image generator unit (206) determines whether the input data is a priority signal or not as shown in step (410). If the input data is a priority signal, then the display image generator unit (206) displays the priority signal on the visor display unit (208) first and then the user selected data will be displayed on the visor display unit (208) as shown in step (412). If the display image generator unit (206) detects that the input data is not a priority signal then the user selected data is directly displayed on the visor display unit (208) as shown in step (414). The user selected input data comprises of data received from the communication device (304) and a non-safety feature related data which is received from the infotainment unit (302).
[069] While the present invention has been shown and described with reference to the foregoing preferred embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that changes in form, connection, and detail may be made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
Reference Numerals:
100 saddle type vehicle
102 display assembly
104 front fender
106 handlebar assembly
108 line of sight
110 seat
112 front wheel
114 rear wheel
200 visor
202 cavity
204 vehicle display unit
206 display image generator unit
208 visor display unit
210 holding structure
212 plurality of mounting joints
300 display image system
302 infotainment unit
304 communication device
306 user interaction module
,CLAIMS:We Claim:
1. A display image system (300) for a saddle type vehicle (100), said saddle type vehicle (100) comprising
a display assembly (102);
an infotainment unit (302); and
a user interaction module (306);
said display assembly (102) comprising a visor (200), a vehicle display unit (204) and a display image generator unit (206);
said display image system (300) comprising a visor display unit (208), said display image generator unit (206), and said display image system (300) being communicatively connected to said infotainment unit (302) and a communication device (304);
said display image system (300) being configured to communicatively receive user inputs from said user interaction module (306);
wherein
said display image generator unit (206) being disposed in a cavity (202) in a lower portion behind said vehicle display unit (204).
2. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) being disposed in a holding structure (210).
3. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) being rigidly fixed in said holding structure (210) and being disposed behind a cover panel of said vehicle display unit (204).
4. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) being covered by a transparent and waterproof covering.
5. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) comprising a projector.
6. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) being disposed in said cavity (202) at a tilt angle of not more than 4 degrees from a line of sight (108) of said user.
7. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) being configured to receive plurality of input data from said infotainment unit (302) and said communication device (304).
8. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) being connected to said infotainment unit (302) with or without a wire.
9. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) being configured to receive a mirror image of said plurality of input data and projects a correct image on said visor display unit (208).
10. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) being configured to clear distorted images being received among said plurality of input data and display correct images on said visor display unit (208).
11. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) comprising an ambient sensor, said ambient sensor being configured to display desired images as per various intervals of a day.
12. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said display image generator unit (206) being configured to prioritize plurality of input data and display a priority data first on said visor display unit (208).
13. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said user interaction module (306) being disposed on any part of a handle bar assembly (106) of said saddle type vehicle (100).
14. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said user interaction module (306) being disposed in said vehicle display unit (204) and configured to operate as a touch screen input provider.
15. The display image system (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said user interaction module (306) being disposed in said vehicle display unit (204) and configured to operate as a vehicle mounted switches.
16. A method for displaying an input data by a display image system (300) for a saddle type vehicle (100) comprising steps of:
scanning for a communication device (304) and an infotainment unit (302) after starting of said saddle type vehicle (100);
authenticating said communication device (304) and said infotainment unit (302);
pairing said communication device (304) and said infotainment unit (302) with a display image generator unit (206);
selecting said input data from said communication device (304) and said infotainment unit (302) to be displayed on a visor display unit (208);
checking a priority of said input data;
displaying a priority input data on said visor display unit (208) and thereafter displaying a user selected input data on said visor display unit (208).
17. The method for displaying an input data by a display image system (300) as claimed in claim 16, wherein said input data being a speed of said saddle type vehicle (100), a fuel level, a tire pressure value, an incoming call, an SMS and other input data being received from said communication device (304) and said infotainment unit (302).
18. The method for displaying an input data by a display image system (300) as claimed in claim 16, wherein said priority input data being said speed of said saddle type vehicle (100), said fuel level, said tire pressure value and other safety feature input data being received from said infotainment unit (302).
19. The method for displaying an input data by a display image system (300) as claimed in claim 16, wherein said user selected input data being received from said communication device (304) and non-safety feature related data being received from said infotainment unit (302).
| # | Name | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 202241017715-PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION [27-03-2022(online)].pdf | 2022-03-27 |
| 2 | 202241017715-FORM 1 [27-03-2022(online)].pdf | 2022-03-27 |
| 3 | 202241017715-DRAWINGS [27-03-2022(online)].pdf | 2022-03-27 |
| 4 | 202241017715-DRAWING [27-03-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-03-27 |
| 5 | 202241017715-CORRESPONDENCE-OTHERS [27-03-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-03-27 |
| 6 | 202241017715-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [27-03-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-03-27 |
| 7 | 202241017715-FORM 18 [07-11-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-11-07 |