Rivian Automotive. has been granted a patent for a method that allows vehicles to enter a designated mode based on proximity to a vehicle access key. This mode modifies default operating characteristics, such as lighting, display brightness, and sound volume, to create a desired operating environment while the vehicle is parked. GlobalData’s report on Rivian Automotive gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Vehicle mode adjustment for desired operating environment
The patent US12043076B2 outlines a method and system for modifying vehicle operating characteristics to create a desired environment when a vehicle is parked and a vehicle access key is in close proximity. The control module receives a signal to place the vehicle in a designated mode, which triggers the identification and modification of various operating characteristics. These characteristics can include adjustments to the luminance of interior and exterior lights, dimming displays, and reducing sound volume. The modifications are designed to enhance user experience and can be influenced by proximity to a security token associated with the vehicle, as well as user-defined profiles that dictate specific settings.
Additionally, the patent details how the system can manage security features, such as modifying passive entry and proximity permissions based on the location of security tokens relative to a user-defined geo-fence. The control module can generate alerts based on the proximity of tracking tokens, ensuring enhanced security. The modifications to the vehicle's operating characteristics can persist as long as the access key remains within the geo-fence, and the adjustments can be tailored to the active user profile, allowing for a personalized experience. The patent also encompasses a non-transitory computer-readable medium that stores the necessary programs to execute these functions, emphasizing the integration of technology in modern vehicle systems.
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