This application is a 35 U.S.C. § 371 National Stage Application of PCT/EP2020/070121, filed on Jul. 16, 2020, which claims the benefit of priority to Serial No. IN 201941033652 (pending), filed on Aug. 21, 2019 in India, the disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.
The present invention relates to a system and method for development and distribution of vehicle mobility solutions.
According to a patent 256171, a distributed development environment for building internet applications by developers at remote locations is disclosed. Developing Internet-hosted business applications composed of web services and software for use in such environments where applications and application components interoperate to perform requested business functions. The invention utilize a software development application services provider module (DASP), an Instantiator module, a Builder module, an Applications Service Provider (ASP) Infrastructure Platform (AIP) module, and a hosted production environment module. Developers and testers situated in diverse locations so that a larger pool of skilled people can be employed, the work can be done around the clock by using people all over the globe, and the costs can be reduced by directing work to people in countries with lower labor rates. The system and method of the present invention increases efficiencies and reduces costs to all parties by partnering the developers with third parties who are brought in at the beginning of development.
An embodiment of the disclosure is described with reference to the following accompanying drawing,
In accordance to an embodiment, the plurality of modules 120 are selected from group comprising a device module 102, a firmware module 104, a data module 106, an analysis module 108, a solution module 110, a display module 112, a digital infrastructure module 114, a engagement module 116 and a business module 118.
The plurality of modules 120 are rendered in a display interface, such as a screen or a touch screen, etc. In other words, the plurality of modules 120 are loaded in the terminal device 130. The access to the plurality of modules 120 is through a web front, or website or portal 132, which is opened in a web browser. Further, the plurality of modules are accessible through a mobile application as well.
The plurality of modules 120 is now explained. The instructions corresponds to commands, logics, programs, action, selection and the like, while using the plurality of modules 120. The device module 102 comprises details of at least one of a device and modules of the device which gathers or generates data required for at least one solution. The device module 102 also provides access to the at least one device or modules of device through a source selected from a proprietary source and an ecommerce source. The device module 102 comprises list and details of devices or modules/components, such as telematics device 134, which generates data relevant for the solution development. The devices and the modules of the devices in the device module 102 are hardware agnostic. The device and/or modules of the device will now be collectively referred to as the device for easy intelligibility.
The firmware module 104 provides access to data required for operation of the at least one device selected from the device module 102 with the vehicle along with the digital infrastructure module 114. The firmware module 104 provides firmware comprising logics, program, or set of instructions for each device in the device module 102. The firmware is either pre-stored or developed in collaboration with users. The firmware enables interfacing and communicating with and between the vehicle and connected infrastructure. The firmware in the firmware module 104 are device agnostic and a server or cloud agnostic.
The data module 106 stores and preprocesses data generated by the at least one device. The data module 106 enables processing the data at the device or for edge computing or processing in the server 124 infrastructure. The data module 106 acts as a “data lake” for the data generated and processed through the data module 106. The data module 106 comprises sub modules in the form of plug-ins/functions (other forms also possible) such as harmonizer, featuring, optimizer, quantifier etc. Again, the plug-ins are made as per requirements or used from existing list. In case of new data modules 106 is needed, then the framework provides necessary tools to build those as well, without the need for separate installations. The processed data is made available for a user of the terminal device 130 for development of the at least one solution.
The analysis module 108 provides at least one sub-modules for detailed processing of the data received from the data module 106. The at least one sub-module is selected from at least one of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning (DL), Machine Learning (ML), Behavioral Science (BS) and the like. The sub modules of the analysis module 108 are created based on domain experience and expertise in the automotive sector. For example, data based engine model to facilitate model based calibration of Internal combustion Engine (ICE), Electric Vehicle (EV), hybrid vehicle for different types of vehicles such as two-wheeler, three-wheeler, four-wheeler, Buses, Trucks, etc., a physics based engine model, fuel combustion models, catalyst model, exhaust model, vehicle driving model, power-train model, energy management model, thermal management model etc.
The solution module 110 is a repository of problems, ongoing solution, and developed solutions. The users comprises developers, programmers, data scientists, engineers, researchers, scholars, an interested party, an organization, etc. The problems are posted and the user either independently or collaboratively, work to provide solution for the problem. The users are free to develop a solution for their specific problem which is not even posted. The developed solutions, problems, and ongoing solutions are available for use or download through the solution module 110. The solutions are provided as mobile applications or set of instructions which are executable by a computer or control unit, controller, etc. The solutions comprises all solutions which relates to the vehicles. One solution is parking of the vehicles, other solution is phone based vehicle diagnostics and the like. The solutions are either executed within the vehicle or by external tools for the vehicles.
The display module 112 provides plurality of tools for development of a User Interface (UI) of the at least one solution, for example, Graphical UI for infotainment unit of the vehicle, interactive UI for a mobile device of a user etc.
The digital infrastructure module 114 provides plurality of sub modules for connectivity needed for secure implementation and deployment of the developed solutions for the vehicle. The digital infrastructure module 114 is the bedrock to facilitate any development on the connected solutions, which defines the standard protocols, security features, payment gateways and many more, apart from being vendor agnostic, server or cloud agnostic
The engagement module 116 enables communication, interaction with at least one other user with respect/reference/regards to the device module 102, the firmware module 104, the data module 106, the analysis module 108, the solution module 110, the display module 112, the digital infrastructure module 114, and the business module 118. The engagement module 116 enables a larger community of resources to come together and work on a common cause. The approach can be inside-out (where the talent pool is within an organization) and outside-in (where the scope is beyond the organization which facilitates, academia, partners, start-ups, government etc.) or combination of both.
The business module 118 enables finding of customers and monetization of developed solutions. The business module 118 is the key enabler to generate revenue and develop a pricing strategy and maintain accounting structure, but not limited to the same. The business module 118 provides an online or digital marketplace for enabling business.
According to the present invention, the system 100 is used by at least two users, namely, a solution requester and a solution provider. The solution requester posts a problem using the UI of website or portal 132 which then gets stored in solution module 110, and the solution provider solves the problem using the at least one module 120. The solution provider solves the requested solution by any one of independently and in communication with at least one a second solution provider. The at least two users are selected from at least one of same organization and disparate organization.
An example to understand the working of the present invention is explained. The same must not be understood in limiting manner. Consider an organization with multiple employees or associates under different departments. The solution framework of the present invention is being used in the organization, such as in the form of license, subscription etc. A working group is formed in the organization to solve problem of emission from vehicles. A first member of the working group opens the solution framework on a computer 126, such as laptop, desktop, through a web browser. The first member logs-in to the solution framework using authorization credentials. Once logged-in, the first member posts the problem statement in the solution framework through the UI of website or portal 132 which then gets stored in solution module 110. A second member of the working group logs-in the solution framework using a smart phone 128, either through an application or browser. The second member reads the problem statement, and browses through the device module 102 to select the appropriate device. The second member selects a data logging device which needs to be fit to the vehicle. The data logging device is ordered/bought from the device module 102, after necessary approvals. The data logging device is fit to at least one test vehicle. For the functioning of the data logging device, a third member of the team selects an appropriate firmware, from the firmware module 104, to interface with particular make of the vehicle. If a particular firmware is unavailable, the third member approaches a firmware team within the community through the engagement module 116. Through engagement module 116, the firmware is made and installed in the data logging device to function with the vehicle. Now for several days or months, data is recorded from the vehicle through the data logging device. Now, the third member uses the data module 106 to store and preprocess the recorded data through to understand certain patterns. Now, either the data is processed by available plug-ins or a specific plug-in made by approaching an expert through engagement module 116 (either internal to the organization or external). The processed data is combined with existing engine model, data based statistical model, catalyst model etc. available in the analysis module 108. Finally, a solution of emission prediction and control is developed, which is made available in the solution module 110. A designer is approached by the working group, through the engagement module 116 to design a user interface for the emission prediction. The designer uses the display module 112 for the same. In the meantime, an associate provides a suggestion for additional feature to be added in the emission prediction.
After having developed the emission prediction, the same is tested in a virtual environment within the solution framework, using an exhaust model and catalyst model. The emission prediction is then implemented in the vehicle using one or more sub modules of the digital infrastructure module 114. Further, the concept of emission prediction is monetized by reaching to potential customers through the business module 118. The business module 118 also assists in managing costs associated with the development of the emission prediction as the solution. The emission prediction solution is also made available as an application in the solution module 110 for distribution. Any third party interested in the same solution, pays the required fees and implements in the vehicle. This is just an example, to explain the working of the invention. This is applicable to other numerous types of solutions related to the vehicle using a single solution framework, but not restricted only to the solutions arising from vehicle
The device module 102 enables selecting and accessing, the at least one of the device and the modules of the device, assisting in generating data required for development of at least one solution. The device module 102 enables acquiring of the devices through the source linked with the server 124 selected from a proprietary source and an ecommerce source (third party). The firmware module 104 enables interfacing and communication, of the at least one device selected from the device module 102 with the vehicle and the digital infrastructure module 114.
The data module 106 enables preprocessing, of the raw data generated by the at least one device. The raw data and the preprocessed data are made available for the development of the at least one solution. The analysis module 108, enables selective analyzing of the data received from the at least one of device module 102 and the data module 106. The analysis module 108 is selected from at least one of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning (DL), Machine Learning (ML), Behavioral Science (BS) and the like. The solution module 110 provides a repository of at least one problem, a partly solved problem or ongoing solution and developed solutions. The display module 112 enables developing of UIs for the developed solution.
The digital infrastructure module 114 enables implementing and deploying of the developed solutions. The engagement module 116 enables access, connection and communication, for the available/required data, with communities, networks for development of the at least one solution, and the business module 118 enables monetizing the developed solutions.
The method also comprises, accessing the server 124, by at least one solution requester and a solution provider. The solution requester posts a problem using the solution module 110, and the solution provider solves the problem using the plurality of modules 120. The solution provider solves the problem by either independently or in collaboration with at least one a second solution provider.
According to the present invention, the solution framework provides platform of platforms for developing and provisioning solutions through an online application store based portal. The principle difference is in the context of coverage, multiple platforms and the orchestration of various part of the solution framework in the mobility domain of the vehicles. The present invention is an enabler for open source communities to contribute for mobility related problems, and enables small scale companies or start-ups to scale, large scale companies to diversify into platform and solution business in the connected world. The present invention is the building blocks around the connected mobility ecosystem and provides a platform to enable solution development. The idea of the platform is to provide building blocks through each module and hence enable the developers or users who access the framework to build solutions to cater mobility and beyond.
It should be understood that embodiments explained in the description above are only illustrative and do not limit the scope of this invention. Many such embodiments and other modifications and changes in the embodiment explained in the description are envisaged. The scope of the invention is only limited by the scope of the claims.
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