KR20220109748A - The method and system for customizing seat device of autonomous vehicle - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to an autonomous vehicle seat device optimization technology for automatically recognizing physical characteristics of a person and automatically adjusting the size, distance, and the like of each part of a seat. A seat device optimized depending on individual needs of a user by introducing a user terminal or interactive AI technology for non-contact service is also proposed. The seat device is composed of several parts, a power module, and the like to adjust the angle of a backrest, the front and back distance, etc. The present invention automatically adjusts an optimized seat device based on setting information according to the physical characteristics, usage characteristics, prescription characteristics, and the like of a user when the user is authenticated by managing the setting information suitable for each physical characteristic of the user. The present invention provides an optimization service with the setting information for presenting a good form of posture correction for each user by learning a pattern of disabilities, diseases or physical discomforts of multiple users and the setting data of the users accordingly. In addition, the present invention provides a ride-sharing matching technique depending on the physical characteristics, usage characteristics, and treatment characteristics to share moving users while changing multiple autonomous vehicles. In addition, the present invention provides a service that performs optimal seat adjustment for the comfortable movement of each passenger.

Description

{The method and system for customizing seat device of autonomous vehicle}

The present invention relates to a method and system for providing a seat device optimized for each user to a user who changes and boards different cars.

In more detail, for a user who rides an autonomous vehicle, the seating part, backrest, neck support, armrest, legrest, handrest, footrest, armrest that composes the seat device in connection with the user's usage characteristics, body characteristics, and prescription characteristics. A seat device that automatically adjusts component modules such as height, inclination, position, distance between seats, temperature, and fragrance of component modules such as seat auxiliary table, seat partition wall, etc. The present invention relates to a service method and system for providing a seat device optimized for each user even when taking turns boarding or when several people use one car alternately.

The conventional technology in this field includes a seat of a car or an aircraft.

This type of device, commonly referred to as a seat, adjusts the height or moves it back and forth so that it can be used according to each person's physical characteristics to secure space for the knee, adjust the inclination of the backrest, or adjust the temperature to provide a good posture for the user to get a good night's sleep it is possible to do

Most of the existing technologies have the characteristic of being adjusted by manual operation, and the user had to adjust them individually.

Another prior art in this field is a child car seat. Conventional car seats are designed for adults, so the use of child seats is regulated by law for the safety of children. A car seat has been installed and operated.

As another prior art in this field, there is an automobile seat in which the height or inclination of the seat or the position of the seat is electrically adjusted to fit. In addition, in the case of the driver's seat, there is a car seat with a function that a plurality of drivers set the number by adjusting the height or inclination of the seat, and then, when the user selects a button, the function is changed to a designated seat type.

In addition, as a prior art, a technology of a heating device (application number: 2019960017841) of a car seat on a seat of a car is disclosed.

As another conventional technique, a method (registration number: 1021449710000) for controlling a seat comfort device of a car has been proposed, but these conventional techniques require users to individually set settings whenever they alternately use a plurality of autonomous vehicle seat devices. It is not enough to solve the inconvenience of having to adjust.

Another conventional technology in this field is taxi and ride-hailing service. The car and taxi sharing service is a service that transports users from a desired origin to a desired destination. In car sharing or taxi services, it is common to use a vehicle equipped with a car seat device for adults.

A user who owns a car generally purchases a car in consideration of his or her physical characteristics, and uses the seat of the car according to the physical characteristics.

In the case of children, the younger the age, the more family-oriented movement, so parents installed and operated car seats for child occupants in their vehicles.

With the introduction of self-driving cars, it is predicted that cars will change from the concept of ownership to the concept of sharing. Companies can use self-driving cars for commuting to and from work for multiple people, and while riding in the self-driving car, they will not focus on driving and move while maintaining a posture to pursue more comfort. For this reason, it will be necessary to optimize the seat according to the various body types and tastes of each user.

People have different physical characteristics according to age, gender, race, etc. In addition, each person has different physical characteristics depending on the degree of obesity, disease, disability, injury, pregnancy, etc. There is a need to provide a seat optimizing device for a car that people with different physical characteristics use together in turn.

In addition, users need to use the product in an optimized state because the angle at which they cross their legs, hang their arms, or lay them down, the height of the headrest, the temperature at which they feel comfortable, and the scent they prefer are different according to their individual preferences.

In addition, the user needs to use an optimized convenience device to physically treat or prevent physical defects such as muscles or bones.

The present invention can continuously provide personal convenience devices to users in an optimized state by providing optimized adjustments based on user-specific physical characteristics, treatment goals, personal preferences, and recommendations based on analysis for personal convenience devices used by a large number of people. A method and system are provided.

In the case of taxis or ride-sharing, several people have to ride a vehicle together. In the past, people had to decide who will ride in a vehicle only with factors such as destination, stopover, departure point, and time. There is a limit to providing optimal convenience services by selecting users to share in one vehicle in consideration of the characteristics of long, slender, or obese users.

In order to solve the above problems, the present invention proposes a seat device optimized for each user in relation to each user's personal preference and physical structure, treatment purpose, and experiential suggestion, and a method and system for continuously servicing the optimized seat device do.

In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a seat device for an autonomous driving vehicle and a method for adjusting the seat device for recognizing a user and optimizing various constituent units according to the user's taste or therapeutic characteristics.

In addition, in order to solve the above problem, the present invention includes: securing setting information for a seat device used by a plurality of users according to the user's personal setting or therapeutic purpose; identifying the user; It provides a method of optimizing a seat device comprising; adjusting the seat device according to the user's setting information.

The convenience device may be a seat used by a plurality of users alternately in an automobile, an aircraft, an autonomous vehicle, etc. , the height of the backrest, the temperature of each component module, the height of the footrest or the distance between the feet, the position of the seat, the height of the seat partition or the degree of shielding.

In addition, this task includes the steps of specifying setting information according to the user's personal setting or treatment purpose; providing an identification code for setting information; Recognizing the identification code of the setting information in a non-contact manner; It provides a convenient device continuous service method comprising; adjusting the seat device based on the setting information corresponding to the code.

This project proposes a convenient continuous service system consisting of a seat that can be optimized for each individual and that can transmit and receive data to and from a user terminal, and a terminal that can hold personal setting information and transmit and receive data to and from the seat. do.

In addition, this project proposes a continuous service system for convenience devices consisting of a boarding device such as an aircraft or automobile and autonomous vehicle with a seat that can be adjusted optimized for each individual, and a terminal and server that can hold personal setting information. .

The user's setting information is setting information on the control of each control module or the state of each component module for each individual use mode for a plurality of setting modes divided into sleep, work, rest, treatment, reading or news reading, and the user We present an optimization service method that selects one use mode to adjust a user-customized seat device.

In addition, in order to solve the above problem, this task is based on user convenience information and is optimized and adjusted for the user. We present a system for providing continuous personal convenience devices consisting of a device, a device that can identify an individual, and a server that provides individual convenient information for each individual.

In addition, in order to solve the above problem, the present invention provides an optimal seat arrangement method and system for people who ride in a ride-sharing service of an autonomous vehicle or automobile in consideration of user characteristics such as the user's physical characteristics, usage characteristics, or therapeutic characteristics. would like to present In other words, users who need a lot of space in front due to their long legs suggest a method of assigning seats and matching a shared ride when riding with a person with a relatively short leg length. In addition, we propose a method of designating a comfortable shared user by adjusting the size of the seat according to the degree of obesity.

According to the present invention, when a plurality of users jointly use a plurality of autonomous vehicles, it is possible to optimize and provide a seat device to the users.

Optimize the seat device by adjusting the shape of the hip seating area, changing the seat belt wearing position, adjusting the height of the headrest, or adjusting the height of the armrest, the inclination of the backrest, and the seat position in consideration of the physical characteristics of each user can do.

In addition, for the purpose of treating the user, by using personal setting information including medical prescriptions to optimize the seat device, it can be provided as a treatment service even in the middle of moving to an autonomous vehicle.

In addition, by collecting optimization setting information of people with similar body types and examining patterns, correlations with the user's health status according to body shape can be extracted. can

In addition, whenever a user alternately moves between multiple autonomous vehicles, it is possible to provide a service that continuously optimizes the seat to suit the user's characteristics.

In addition, it is possible to provide a user-centered seating device service by providing a ride-sharing service that links the seat arrangement and passenger assignment of an autonomous vehicle in consideration of each person's body type and usage preference.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS It is a front schematic diagram of a seat apparatus.
Fig. 2 is a schematic side view of the seat device;
Fig. 3 is a schematic front view of a two-person seat apparatus;
4 is a schematic diagram of a user terminal.
5 is a schematic diagram of a user terminal.
6 is a schematic diagram of a continuous service of a seat device of a plurality of vehicles connected to a server.
7 is a schematic diagram of a server and a seating device optimization service providing method.
8 is a schematic diagram of a pressure sensor of a seating area on which a user's buttocks are seated.
1 is a representative diagram.

The terms used in this specification have been described as general terms currently used in consideration of the functions mentioned in the present invention, but these may mean various other terms depending on the intention or precedent of those skilled in the art, the emergence of new technology, etc. can Therefore, the terms used in this specification should not be construed only as the names of the terms, but should be interpreted based on the overall content of the present invention that the terms have.

The terms used herein are used only to describe specific embodiments, and are not intended to limit the present invention. Expressions in the singular include the plural meaning unless the context clearly means the singular.

In addition, throughout the specification, when it is said that a part is connected to another part, it includes not only a case in which it is directly connected but also a case in which another part is connected in between.

The expression of transmitting or receiving data from where to where does not mean only transmitting or receiving data by means of data communication between directly connected devices or modules, but also includes transmitting or receiving data through other equipment or modules.

Throughout the specification, a 'user' is a user who moves while sitting in a moving object such as a car or aircraft, or uses a seat device in a library, restaurant, government office, or company.

Throughout the specification, the term 'seat device' refers to a chair, seat, bed, etc., on which a person can sit, lean on, or rely on. Seats in automobiles or airplanes are representative, and seats and chairs available in companies, libraries, and public institutions are applicable. It may also include a seat device that can be converted into a bed and used. It may be in the form of a stool consisting of only the seating part, and may further include an accessory such as a backrest, headrest, armrest, footrest, legrest, seat isolator, seat belt or auxiliary table.

Throughout the specification, 'seat part' refers to a component module of the part where the buttocks close when the user sits on the seat. A temperature sensor, a mass sensor, or a temperature control module is included.

Throughout the specification, 'something of the seat system' has the same meaning as the 'something of an autonomous vehicle' in which a seat system is installed. In other words, it is reasonable to view the display of the seat device as the display of an autonomous vehicle. The seat of the autonomous vehicle can be assumed as a service provision module as a seat device in the entire seat or in units of seats.

Throughout the specification, "composition module" refers to each part constituting the seat device. That is, the seating part or the backrest of the seat becomes each component module. In the case of the backrest, it may be composed of a complex component module including several unit component modules, and a headrest, armrest or leg distance, foot distance, etc. may also be included in the component module.

Throughout the specification, "control module" refers to a module that can be adjusted according to the user's setting information for each component module of the seat device. A screw, a piston, a suspension, etc. may be included and configured.

Throughout the specification, "setting information" is information that selectively includes and configures a series of information necessary to optimize a convenience device according to a user's personal taste, therapeutic purpose, physical characteristics, and recommendations based on experience.

Throughout the specification, "use mode" is a selection unit in which user's setting information is classified and subdivided by purpose. That is, for the seat of the characteristic user, setting information divided into several units according to the user's sleep, work, external appreciation, treatment, rest, sitting or reading, etc. is included.

Throughout the specification, "autonomous driving vehicle" refers to a vehicle that does not drive by a driver, but moves by judging the road conditions by itself. In the present specification, the seat device becomes a component module of an autonomous vehicle. Therefore, the expression that the seat device transmits any data to or from the server or user terminal should be interpreted as an autonomous vehicle that includes the seat device as a component module sends or receives data.

1 and 2 are schematic views showing the front and side views of the seat device, respectively. A first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to Figs.

A first embodiment of the present invention is a seat device including a plurality of detailed adjustment devices and a user terminal connected thereto through wireless communication.

The user terminal 200 is composed of a combination of a HW device such as a smart phone, a mobile phone, a laptop PC, a tablet PC, or a dedicated terminal device, which the user can carry, and SW necessary to perform the user terminal function in the present invention.

The user terminal 200 and the seat device 100 are connected to each other through a wired/wireless network to transmit and receive data. When the user terminal and the seat device are composed of each module of the same system, the user module and each module of the seat transmit and receive data.

The seat device receives data related to the setting information of the user module or user terminal and adjusts each module to be optimized.

The user terminal 200 constitutes an input device such as a touch pad, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a keypad, an optical sensor, or a free-ro sensor in order to receive command data from the user. In addition, the user terminal 200 includes a wired or wireless network device for data communication.

The embodiment will be described assuming a seat device composed of a seating unit 141 , backrests 122 and 121 , a headrest 111 , an armrest 131 , and the like.

Although this seat device is not shown in the drawing, it may further include a seat isolator, footrest, legrest, seat belt, auxiliary table or video terminal device, temperature control module, temperature sensor, lidar sensor, camera, pressure sensor, etc. .

The temperature control module may be configured to include a cooling module, a heating module, etc., and maintain a constant temperature in connection with a temperature sensor, or adjust the temperature according to a preset temperature setting according to the mode of use.

The temperature control module may be adjusted to maintain a constant temperature specified for each component module of the seat device, or may be adjusted to match a temperature value that changes over time.

The seat device 100 includes a neckrest height adjustment module 110, a backrest length adjustment module 120, an armrest height adjustment module 130, a seat width adjustment module 140, a seat height adjustment module 150, position adjustment It may include various adjustment modules such as the module 160, the backrest angle adjustment module 170, the backrest intermediate angle adjustment module 175, the headrest angle adjustment module 180 or the seat length adjustment module 190.

Each control module of the seat device 200 is to link a control module for controlling them, respectively. The control module is configured as a control module that manages a plurality of control modules together, or is configured to correspond to the control module for each control module, if necessary.

In addition, the seat device 200 may further add a module for embracing a fragrance and a module for controlling the temperature, so that the user selects a fragrance, adjusts the intensity, or adjusts the temperature to suit this. do.

Each control module of the seat device 200 is connected to an automatically movable driving device. It is preferable that the driving device constitutes a device suitable for necessary motions such as rotation and suspension.

The adjustment module of the seat device 200 includes the angle (backrest, headrest), distance (movement of the front, back and side of the seat or movement of the seat partition or armrest, etc.), size (width of the seat, headrest) of each component module. height, armrest height, seat width, etc.).

The seat device may further include a recognition module for recognizing the user as necessary. The recognition module may configure a function to recognize a person's voice, physical characteristics, a user's terminal, and a conversation with the user. If necessary, it is also possible to put the function to recognize the user on the server and configure it in connection with the network.

The recognition module further includes a method of specifically recognizing the user by comparing information on the user's gait, tone, hairstyle, and the like.

If necessary, the recognition module may be configured to be included in a seat device or an autonomous vehicle including the seating device, and the seat device may be configured to use the recognition function of the recognition module as a network means.

In order to implement the AI service for the seat device or the server or user terminal to recognize a person or execute a conversation with a person, it must be configured to include a device capable of running SW with a separate CPU and memory.

The seat device and the server user terminal are to be provided with various units of setting information related to the approximate physical characteristics of people in advance. For example, the users are divided into children under 5 years old, children 6-12 years old, adolescents between 13 and 18 years old, and general adults. Alternatively, the setting information is designated in consideration of the size, temperature of each part, fragrance control, or the position of the headrest or seat belt.

If AI that executes conversations with humans is installed, when the user says "a 5-year-old boy", the AI recognizes this and secures appropriate setting information for children under 5 years old, and adjusts the seat adjustment module to the setting information accordingly. to adjust.

Another example of automatic recognition of user body information is a method of optimizing a seat after identifying the approximate height of the user. After preparing approximate setting information for each height in units such as 50 cm, 70 cm, 90 cm, 120 cm, 150 cm, 180 cm by dividing the user's height, the user's height or obesity degree or A step of estimating body characteristics such as a physique may be configured.

In response to the user's automatic recognition, the seat device prepares various user modes for sleep, rest, outdoor scenery, conversation, and reading, and sets scent, temperature, backrest tilt, armrest height or seat position for each use mode. Prepare information in advance.

The setting information for the user mode for the seat device is divided into children, adults, etc., children, adults, and adolescents, or more subdivided in consideration of height or leg length, and the like.

Alternatively, a step of receiving the user's voice information and estimating information related to the user's height or physical characteristics therefrom is configured. It is also possible to implement a service in the form of asking the user directly with this interactive service.

Pre-defined setting information for the physical characteristics is secured and the seat device is adjusted according to the setting information.

The seat device selects the user's mode of use with a button, inputs it through a user terminal, or changes the user mode through conversation and optimizes the seat according to the user mode change.

The seat device recognizes the user's status, such as whether the user is watching the outside or sleeping, through a microphone, camera, or heart rate sensor, and adjusts the seat's main control module to fit the user's condition. let it do

That is, when the user who has selected the reading mode falls asleep while reading a book served on the display of the seat, the seat device recognizes the user's state, switches the use mode to the sleep mode, and optimizes it according to the sleep mode. In this way, the seat device automatically changes the use mode through the user's status recognition and optimizes the seat device.

In addition to authenticating the user or recognizing the user's physical characteristics, the seat device recognizes the user by predicting and recognizing the user's next situation, and the seat device can be implemented accordingly.

For example, if the door is opened for the user to get into the car, the seat device recognizes that the user will be seated and adjusts the direction of the seat to face the entrance of the vehicle. If it is safely lifted, a service in the form of changing the direction of the seat can be provided.

For this service, an adjustment module that can rotate the seat must be added under the seat device, and a power unit must also be provided. In addition, the seat pressure sensor should be provided to measure how much weight is loaded.

One way of optimizing the seat according to the situation is that an autonomous vehicle that provides a mobility service opens the door to the user's seat at the destination and changes the direction of the seat so that it is easy to get off.

The seat device 200 may be configured to further include an input module 105 such as a microphone, a camera, a pressure sensor, an electrocardiogram sensor, or a temperature sensor.

The headrest height adjustment module 110 is installed when there is a headrest, and is configured to perform a function of adjusting the height of the headrest, which is a main component module of the seat device.

The backrest length adjustment module 120 is located in the seat back and serves to adjust the length of the backrest divided into two parts 121 and 122 .

The armrest height adjustment module 130 has a function of adjusting the height of the armrest.

The height or length adjustment module is composed of devices such as a screw or a piston, and is composed of a device that can be adjusted by an electric module.

The seat width adjustment module 140 performs a function of adjusting the width of the user's seating portion in the seat.

The seat width adjustment module can be composed of an air injection device and a device that inflates into a certain shape when gas is inserted. It may be configured to optimize the seating unit for each child and adult. It can also be configured in such a way that the hip seating part for children rises separately. Such an adjustment module shows that the present invention can be applied to a backrest or a seat belt in various ways.

1 and 1, the seat width module 140 describes a method of operation in one independent seat device, and when a plurality of seats are connected, such as in a car, a protruding part other than the seating part of the buttocks It is possible to configure a width adjustment module that adjusts the width of each seat by moving or moving the seat divider.

The seat height adjustment module 150 is configured to take charge of the function of adjusting the overall height of the seat.

The positioning module 160 is configured in a two-rail manner in the figure. It is configured to adjust the position by moving forward or backward or left and right by the electric device. In the figure, only the forward and backward movement is shown, but it can also be configured to move sideways.

The backrest angle adjustment module 170 is configured to perform a function of adjusting the inclination of the entire backrest by changing the rotation angle.

The middle backrest angle adjustment module 175 is installed in the middle of the seat back and configured to adjust the angle at which the backrest is laid.

The headrest angle adjustment module 180 is provided to adjust the inclination of the neckrest with respect to the seat back.

Although not shown in the figure, it is also possible to further include an adjustment module for adjusting the width of each backrest. In addition, each control module can be implemented in various ways other than the form shown in the figure or the method specifically presented in this specification.

In addition, an adjustment module in the form of adjusting an angle by holding a leg or adjusting an angle or posture while fixing an arm or a wrist can be configured as needed.

Each of the control modules may be composed of a combination of several small-scale control modules in one region, and may be adjusted in a form for outputting vibration or constant movement as well as optimizing control in a constant change form.

As shown in Figure 2, the control module (180, 175, 170) that adjusts the angle connects two parts to one rotating shaft, configures an electric gear, and controls it with a power switch. Another physical method It is also possible to configure as

Figure 3 shows a structure determined by moving the position of the middle armrest of the seat width adjustment module as another embodiment of the present invention. The lower part of the backrest is one, but the upper part of the backrest is separated and can be moved sideways.

4 and 5 show an embodiment of a user terminal. The user terminal in the present invention shows as an example that the smart phone HW is composed of SW that performs the function of the user terminal.

The user terminal receives data from electronic buttons, touchpads, voice, sound, short-distance communication, camera, etc., and based on this, includes a function for the user to optimize for each part or a function to select a use mode. It is also possible to configure in a way that receives a human image or a voice input and performs a command.

1 and 2, the user terminal is separated separately, but in an actual configuration, it is possible to configure it as a terminal linked to the autonomous vehicle 400 or to be included in the seat device. In this case, it is natural to include the functions of the user terminal described in this specification.

The user terminal 200 receives input according to various setting functions and transmits setting information associated with the inputted information to the seat device.

Identification information 210, such as the user's name or ID, is displayed in order to determine whether the user is well recognized by specifying the user on the user terminal 200 . The user terminal provides a means for the user to select the use mode 220 . In addition, it is possible to additionally set a user-defined use mode by securing the corresponding setting information for the seat device used by the user arbitrarily adjusted for convenience.

The user terminal allows each part to be manually adjusted according to the user's input according to each use mode, and the seat device sets setting information based on the inputted information and controls each control module.

The user terminal or the seat device controls each control module through the user's input, and while the user controls and uses the seat device, the user's setting information is secured and transmitted or stored to the server.

The server receives the setting information, stores it for each user, and manages it.

The user terminal transmits the setting information necessary for optimization to the seat device by inputting a child or an adult, approximate height, obesity, etc. relatively simply.

If the user terminal is a device carried by an individual such as a smartphone or tablet PC, the seat device communicates with the user terminal or the server communicates with the user terminal to recognize the user or transmit the user's setting information to the seat.

6 shows another embodiment comprising the server 300 and the autonomous driving device 400 .

The server maintains and manages the location information of each autonomous vehicle, and records and manages information about the characteristics of each seat device.

It is preferable to configure the setting information for each use mode. That is, with respect to the sleep mode, which is one use mode, setting information that can adjust the angle or height of the armrest, the inclination or length of the backrest, etc. for the user's sleep is configured. Setting information for adjustment of length, width, inclination, or position of each component module is set in one set, and the user can change the use mode from time to time.

The server 300 may be configured as a single server in which all functions are integrated, or may be configured as multiple servers divided by functions or performance units. It can be divided into web server, DB server, etc. It is also possible to configure as a web 1 server, web 2 server, DB1 server and DB2 server methods.

The server 300 includes a DB module 310 for storing the user's ID, password or biometric data and individual seat device setting information.

The DB module 310 does not depend on the server and can perform the service only with the seat device itself. In this case, it is preferable to install the DB module 410 on the seat device.

In addition, in the case of implementing the seat device optimization service by connection between the user terminal and the seat device, the DB module may be configured in the user terminal or the seat. The description of the DB module throughout this specification may be used as a component in one of the server, seat device, and user terminal as needed, and may be included in a plurality of devices to be used complementary to each other if necessary. have.

The DB module stores setting information for each user in order to provide a seat service optimized for each individual user.

When storing personal information and setting information for each user in the DB module of the server 300, the server authenticates the user through the autonomous vehicle 400 or user terminal and transmits the setting information to the autonomous vehicle or seat device to further include the step of

As another embodiment of the present invention, a seat device for an autonomous vehicle that automatically recognizes a user's physical characteristics and is optimized and adjusted accordingly is provided.

6 and 7, microphone and camera modules 105 and 405 are additionally installed. Although not shown in the figure, output modules such as speakers and displays should be further included as constituent modules of the seat device.

By using the camera or microphone of the user terminal or the camera module or microphone module of the seat device, the user's voice, video, or photo is used to specify a person or to receive data necessary to identify the person's body information.

A recognition module for determining the height, fat level, leg length, pregnancy status, etc. of the user from the data is configured in the server, the user terminal or the seat device. The recognition module calculates the user's physical characteristics from various acquired data by the AI or SW method.

The seat device receives the user's height, fat level, weight, etc. from the user's voice, or uses the input function of the user's terminal to directly recognize information on body characteristics.

A sensor that can measure a person's weight is installed in the seat device, or a plurality of pressure sensors, electrocardiogram sensors, or temperature sensors that can measure pressure for each part of the seat device are installed and the part where the user sits, the user Measure the pressure of the contact part of the backrest and the headrest.

8 shows a schematic diagram of a case in which the pressure sensor 510 for automatically detecting the buttock seating portion of the seat is installed. Set up a number of pressure sensors, temperature sensors, and vestibular sensors at regular intervals in a cushion-like structure as shown in the figure, and estimate the size of the buttocks using the sensor that detects when different people are sitting.

Each point shown in FIG. 8 is uniformly installed as a pressure sensor, a temperature sensor, or an electrostatic sensor, and when a user's body part comes into contact, it is sensed.

The three circles installed in FIG. 8 are diagrams of the contact area of the buttocks assuming children, adolescents, and adults. The data pattern for identifying the size of the user's hip is determined in advance and the body characteristics of the hip seating area are estimated by comparing it.

The temperature sensor or pressure sensor may be configured in such a way that the child 540, the adolescent 540, and the adult 520 are distinguished from the difference in the area in contact with the user's body part.

The seat system can identify people's physical characteristics using lidar, radar, ultrasonic waves, and cameras installed in autonomous vehicles. The height, leg length, arm length, etc. are estimated using the distance of the person and the size of the image taken by the user in the image.

The recognition module analyzes the pressure and temperature of each part to calculate the physical characteristics of the user's leg length, the size of the hip, the characteristics of the user, and the length from the hip to the neck of the user.

The recognition module measures the pressure on the back plate applied by the user's head and automatically changes the setting information according to the width of the back plate, or adjusts each setting information for the position of the arm or the width of the seat. In doing so, the optimal setting information is secured.

Based on the data on the user's physical characteristics calculated by the recognition module or setting information corresponding to the characteristics, the seat device is adjusted. The setting information applied by the recognition module for recognizing the physical characteristics of the user is managed separately for each user.

In order to manage each user separately, the recognition module further includes a function for identifying who the user is by utilizing the user's physical characteristics.

The server records and manages setting information for therapeutic purposes in consideration of physical characteristics for diseases or disorders. The server designates the setting information presented by experts such as a doctor or exercise prescriber based on various physical characteristics, and transmits the setting information to the seat device for the purpose of treatment.

In order to more effectively configure the seat optimization technology of the present invention, the web interface of the manager terminal or management function is further included. The administrator function can be included in the seat terminal itself, and it can also be configured to remotely access the server to perform management rights.

The server 300 configures a web interface or DB input function for executing various setting information and management commands presented according to the exercise prescription or medical prescription. Experts and related persons can implement it as a web service and allow input through a web browser. Alternatively, the application software is installed on the dedicated terminal to input setting information for the prescription characteristics for the purpose of treatment or prophylaxis for diseases, disorders, or injuries.

The server 300 additionally manages disability or disease data for each user. The type of disability and disease for each user, and records of specific disorders and diseases are stored, and log records according to each user's use are stored and managed from the pressure sensor and temperature sensor in the seat device.

The server records information about which mode users use over time, which seat type they are comfortable in in each mode, and obtains from analysis of the records.

The DB module collects, stores, and manages data on the comfortable use form and usage characteristics through satisfaction surveys according to users' physical characteristics or prescription characteristics.

It is possible to analyze and record the usage characteristics for each individual user, but it is also possible to consider the usage characteristics for a plurality of users.

In addition, the server may investigate the usage characteristics for a number of users whose common prescription characteristics such as a neck disc patient or a lumbar disc patient should be considered.

One example of optimization according to the prescription characteristics is the prescription of traction treatment for a neck disc patient. For patients with neck disc, an adjustment device that can press the head on the headrest from both sides is additionally configured in the seat device, and the seat device is adjusted in the form of increasing the length of the neckrest by a certain force according to the setting information considered according to the prescription characteristics. It can also provide a traction therapy effect.

In addition to the traction treatment, setting information in consideration of prescription characteristics can be configured in a form that includes treatment and prevention of cold compresses, warm compresses, and heat treatments using a temperature control module.

The server predefines setting information in consideration of the prescription characteristics for a certain treatment purpose even for diseases such as a cervical disc or a herniated disc, and recommends setting information in consideration of the prescription characteristics to the user.

The user further configures the step of confirming the user's intention in the user terminal or the seat device so that the user can selectively use the setting information in consideration of the recommended prescription characteristics.

The server 300 learns data related to physical characteristics according to each disease or disorder, and estimates information about the possibility of the disease or disability.

The server 300 notifies the user of information on the possibility of association related to the estimated disease or disorder for each user. In the notification method, the server transmits the information to the user terminal or the seat device, and the user terminal or the seat device notifies in a manner that is output through the display.

The server 300 recommends setting information in consideration of the prescription characteristics for each user. It analyzes the data on the disease or disability estimated based on the usage record for each user, and if the disease or disability is expected to exist, finds setting information according to the prescription characteristics that can be prescribed as a preventive or therapeutic measure and recommends it to the user.

The user terminal or seat device receives the records of user reviews and delivers them to the DB module, which stores and manages them. The data related to the above use reviews may be the results of a questionnaire or an overall evaluation of whether there was a feeling of fatigue in the seat device as a whole or for each unit component module, and whether there was no discomfort in using it.

The user review data may include a questionnaire result or an overall evaluation on the recognition and satisfaction of the treatment progress for the setting information prescribed for the treatment or prevention used by the user.

The server recommends the setting information to the user by examining the satisfaction of the setting information for the preventive purpose, the setting information for the therapeutic purpose, or the used setting information in relation to the user's physical characteristics.

The setting information recommended by the server may be a single setting information, but it is also preferable to configure the setting information in a form that changes step by step or in small units over a period such as 1 month or 2 months.

The setting information having the purpose of treatment or prevention in consideration of the physical characteristics of the disease or disability of the server is managed in the user terminal and transmitted to the seat device if necessary.

The seat device receives the setting information of the server from the above or the user terminal and adjusts each control module to a state optimized for the user.

In a system in which a server uses multiple autonomous vehicles to provide a service for sharing a ride with a large number of people with each autonomous vehicle, the server simultaneously responds to requests for mobility services from people who have a similar movement line to one autonomous vehicle. Members will be selected to ride together.

In this case, the server selects the shared users in consideration of the user's physical characteristics, usage characteristics, and treatment characteristics in configuring users sharing a single autonomous vehicle.

The server configures the step of authenticating the user through a user terminal, etc., and receives request information of a mobility service including an autonomous vehicle sharing through the user terminal. The mobile service request information may be a reservation request including a separate reservation time, or may be an immediate mobile service request.

The user terminal should configure a function of receiving and sending request information of the mobile service. The user terminal includes an input means through which the user can input information such as a destination, a waypoint, or a departure point. In addition, the user terminal is to include means for inputting information on a preferred vehicle and a desired use mode.

The server receives request information for a mobility service from a plurality of users and selects users to share by vehicle in consideration of the departure point, destination, and stopover, and at this time, selects shared users in consideration of the characteristics of each user.

The user's characteristics may include physical characteristics, usage characteristics, prescription characteristics, and the like. Considering the physical characteristics, the distance between the seats facing each other or the front and rear seats, the seat width adjustment with the next seat, and the use mode such as lying or sitting are reviewed. Change to a different user with a different mode and let them decide in a format that determines the members of those who ride together.

The server calculates the maximum and minimum space for each individual user, and according to the user's configuration, preferentially configures the users who can secure the maximum space as shared passengers. In addition, it should be composed of passengers who secure more than the minimum space in the second order, and if it is difficult to secure the minimum space, the user is notified to exclude it from the shared service or to change the sharing conditions.

The server configures shared members so that people with long legs can sit by adjusting the distance, and people who are obese or want to go lying down have a slim person or reduce the number of people in a shared group. to decide

In the present specification, the server, the seat and the user terminal can be connected by a wired/wireless communication method such as 5G, 4G, Internet, short-distance communication, WIFI, and the like, and are configured to transmit and receive data.

If the server fails to provide an optimized space in consideration of the physical characteristics of users riding in a cold autonomous vehicle, the server adjusts the size or distance of the seats to the extent that the users are equally uncomfortable with each other.

A server, user terminal or autonomous vehicle allows multiple users to manage setting information for each user and each usage mode, and recognizes the user even if the user rides multiple autonomous vehicles, setting information suitable for the user's physical characteristics It is to provide a continuous optimized seat device through the step of adjusting the seat device based on

In order to effectively implement the present invention, it is necessary to configure a step in which the seat device authenticates the user. The step of authenticating the user by the seat device is a first method of mounting a user recognition module on the seat device itself, a second method of authenticating by communication with a user terminal connected through short-distance communication, communication between the server and the seat device, and a user terminal and server It consists of a third method of confirming through communication with

It is possible to make the seat device directly recognize the user, but it is possible to perform its own AI or recognition algorithm. It can also be implemented in a way that receives whether or not.

Authenticate by classifying users in the seat device is to authenticate with the value of body information such as face, voice, fingerprint, image characteristics, iris information, etc., check whether the user’s ID and password are correct, method can be implemented.

User authentication consists of a step in which the user secures the right to use the user terminal by a method such as password, pattern password, iris recognition, voice recognition or biometric recognition at the user terminal and a step of mutual confirmation between the server or the seat device for the user terminal. It is also preferable

In using the seat device after user authentication, the seat device systematically secures the setting information of each component module set by the user for each user, and the DB module stores and manages data related to the setting information.

For the specific implementation of the present invention, a standardized setting information format is configured for various types of seats composed of different types of control modules and configuration modules. In a standardized format, the conversion and application method of setting information suitable for each seat device for setting setting information according to the user's physical characteristics, usage characteristics, and prescription characteristics is implemented.

The DB module separates and stores the setting information for each individual user who has passed user authentication. When the user configures the angle, size, or height of each component module by adjusting each adjustment module at his/her own will, the seat device acquires setting information according to the characteristics of each component module concerned and stores it in the DB module.

If a user sets and uses the seat device mods considering his/her physical characteristics in any seat device A according to the manual or recommendation, the seat device A stores the setting information data according to the use or transmits it to the server or user terminal do. The DB module of the server or user terminal stores and manages the above data.

When the user authenticates to any other B seat device, the B seat device receives the setting information specified and stored for the user from the server, and adjusts each control module for the user based on the setting information.

In this way, even if the user moves between different autonomous vehicles, a continuous seat device optimization service is provided so that the user can use the setting information set or used in each seat device with continuity and in the subsequent seating device.

In addition, even when a single seat device is used by multiple users in turn, the seat device can provide a continuous optimization service based on the setting information for each user.

The seat device constitutes a step of receiving and securing from a server or a user terminal for optimization, or securing it from its own DB module.

According to the secured setting information, the seat device adjusts the distance of each component module, the position of the seat, size or inclination, and the like.

It is also possible to optimize the seat device based on the setting information matching the user terminal by recognizing the user terminal even if the user is not distinguished.

The present invention will be utilized in K-Seek's autonomous vehicle service business. K-Seek Co., Ltd. is researching a service model for self-driving cars, and is seeking to provide family-based city tour services using self-driving cars.

By using the present invention, a seat service tailored to fit the body size of any child is provided without a separate car seat, and a seat service optimized for adults as well as the specific disabled is developed to provide customer-centered services such as autonomous vehicles, taxis, aircraft libraries, etc. Convenience services can be provided.

As the robot taxi business using autonomous vehicles proceeds, it is expected that various people will change vehicles frequently.

100: seat device
110: headrest height adjustment module
120: backrest length or sizing module
130: armrest height adjustment module
140: seat width adjustment module
150: chair height adjustment module
160: chair position adjustment module
170: backrest angle adjustment module
175: backrest angle adjustment module
190: chair length adjustment module
111: headrest configuration module
121: upper backrest configuration module
122: lower backrest configuration module
131: armrest module
141: seating part configuration module
200: user terminal
205: input module (camera or microphone)
210: output module
220: service module
230: DB module
240: communication module
300: server
310: DB module
320: web module
330: service providing module
340: communication module
400: autonomous vehicle
405: input module (camera or microphone)
410: display
420: speaker
500: seating part

Claims (15)

In a seat device installed in an autonomous vehicle,
receiving a user's video or audio data for identifying the user's physical characteristics;
determining the user's body characteristics by analyzing the video and audio data;
securing the setting information of the seat device suitable for the body characteristics; and
and adjusting the size, inclination, temperature, or location of a component module of the seat device based on the setting information. In the seat device installed in the autonomous vehicle,
authenticating the user from information received from the user;
storing setting information of the seat device used by the user;
The seating device secures the stored setting information; And
and adjusting the size, inclination, temperature or location of the component module of the seat device based on the setting information for the user. 3. The method of claim 2,
The self-driving car seat device optimization service method, further comprising the step of the user setting adjustment of the detailed adjustment module of the seat device. 3. The method of claim 2,
Self-driving car seat device optimization service, characterized in that it further comprises the step of securing data according to the user's seating by a sensor such as a pressure sensor or a temperature sensor installed in the seat, and securing setting information in consideration of the user's physical characteristics based on this Way. 3. The method of claim 2,
Further comprising the step of automatically recognizing the user's status,
The secured setting information is setting information corresponding to a user mode suitable for the user's condition, wherein the self-driving car seat apparatus optimization service method is characterized in that it is set information. In the seat device installed in the autonomous vehicle,
Authenticating the user with respect to the seat device A, which is any seat device;
storing setting information using the A seat device by the user;
Authenticating the user to the seat device B, which is any other seat device;
securing, by the B-seat device, the user's setting information; and
A method of optimizing a seat system for an autonomous vehicle, comprising: adjusting a component module of the seat device B. According to claim 6,
The step of storing the setting information includes the steps of: receiving the setting information by the server;
The self-driving car seat device optimization service method, characterized in that it comprises the step of receiving the setting information as the setting information to the DB module of the server. When the server provides mobility services of multiple autonomous vehicles to multiple users,
server authenticating the user;
receiving, by the server, user's mobile service request information;
The server transmitting the setting information to the seat device;
and the seat device adjusting the seat device according to the setting information. 9. The method of claim 8,
The server further comprises the step of storing setting information of prescription characteristics according to the purpose of prevention or treatment for a disease or disorder, and the setting information transmitted by the server to the seat is setting information in consideration of the prescription characteristics for the user's disease or disability. Self-driving car seat device optimization service method, characterized in that. 9. The method of claim 8,
The server further includes the step of identifying the usage characteristics of a plurality of users, and the setting information transmitted by the server to the seat is setting information in consideration of the usage characteristics of the multiple users. According to claim 8,
selecting, by the server, users to ride together in one autonomous driving vehicle based on physical characteristics, usage characteristics, or prescription characteristics of each user in response to a request for a mobile service from multiple users;
Optimizing the seat device for an autonomous vehicle, characterized in that the method further comprises the step of adjusting the seat device according to the setting information considered based on the user's body characteristics, usage characteristics, or prescription characteristics when the users get on their respective seats. service method. In the seat device of an autonomous vehicle,
Receive the user's video or audio data to understand the user's physical characteristics,
estimating the user's body characteristics by analyzing the video and audio data,
Secured with the setting information of the seat device suitable for the above body characteristics,
A seat device for an autonomous vehicle, characterized in that the size or inclination or position or temperature of a component module of the seat device is adjusted based on the setting information. In providing a mobility service with a plurality of autonomous vehicles to a plurality of users using a user terminal,
a user terminal for receiving a user's mobile service request information and transmitting the request information to a server; A server that selects a plurality of users to ride in one autonomous vehicle in consideration of the physical characteristics, usage characteristics, or prescription characteristics of each user with respect to the requested information of multiple users; and
The self-driving car seat device optimization system, characterized in that it includes a seat device that is adjusted with setting information related to body characteristics, usage characteristics, or prescription characteristics for the selected user. In optimizing seats for users using multiple autonomous vehicles using a server,
a seat device or user terminal for authenticating the user, securing the user's setting information, and transmitting the setting information to the server;
Another seat device for receiving the user's setting information from the server, and adjusting the control module according to the setting information; and
Self-driving car seat, comprising a server that receives the user's setting information from a seat device or a user terminal, stores the setting information for each user, and transmits the user's setting information in response to a request from another seat device Device optimization system. In optimizing seats for users using multiple autonomous vehicles using a server,
a seat device for receiving the recommended setting information from the server and adjusting the control module according to the setting information; and
A self-driving car seat device optimization system, comprising: a server that stores the user's usage-related information and recommends setting information to the user according to prescription characteristics or usage characteristics

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