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Human-machine interface (HMI) auto-steer based upon-likelihood to exceed eye glance guidelines

US8994522B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 26, 2011
Grant dateMar 31, 2015
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Expiry dateMay 14, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60K2360/148
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The described method and system provide for HMI steering for a telematics-equipped vehicle based on likelihood to exceed eye glance guidelines. By determining whether a task is likely to cause the user to exceed eye glance guidelines, alternative HMI processes may be presented to a user to reduce ASGT and EORT and increase compliance with eye glance guidelines. By allowing a user to navigate through long lists of items through vocal input, T9 text input, or heuristic processing rather than through conventional presentation of the full list, a user is much more likely to comply with the eye glance guidelines. This invention is particularly useful in contexts where users may be searching for one item out of a plurality of potential items, for example, within the context of hands-free calling contacts, playing back audio files, or finding points of interest during GPS navigation.

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