System and a method of operation of the system incorporating a graphical user interface in a bulkhead of a vehicle cabin
US9650141B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 27, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D2013/0655
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of operation for a system incorporating a graphical user interface disposed in a bulkhead within a cabin of an aircraft. The method includes displaying a menu for at least one controllable parameter, receiving a selection of the controllable parameter, displaying at least one control for the selected controllable parameter, receiving a control input for the selected controllable parameter, and adjusting the selected controllable parameter consistent with the control input. The controllable parameter may be one from a plurality of controllable parameters selected from a group that includes cabin light intensity, cabin light color, temperature, and the degree of openness of at least one window shade. A system and an executable computer program product also are provided.
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