Polaris has been granted a patent for a method to connect accessories to vehicles. The technology involves identifying the accessory through information received upon connection and displaying it on the vehicle’s display screen. GlobalData’s report on Polaris gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Vehicle accessory identification and control system
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US12012054B2) outlines a method for connecting accessories to vehicles. The method involves receiving accessory identification information from the accessory upon establishing a physical connection between the vehicle and the accessory. This information is used to identify the connected accessory, and a portrayal of both the vehicle and the accessory is displayed on the vehicle's screen based on this identification. The identification process can involve various methods such as receiving information via a controller area network (CAN) bus, local interconnect network (LIN) bus, or analyzing signal fluctuation characteristics from power lines. Additionally, the method allows for distinguishing between different types of accessories, such as speakers, and displaying corresponding characteristics on the vehicle's display.
Furthermore, the patent describes a vehicle system designed to work with removable accessories, where a controller receives accessory identification information via a wiring harness from the accessory. The system can identify the accessory, display a portrayal of the accessory and the vehicle, and provide commands to control the accessory. The user interface, which includes a display, can show representations of the accessories once they are identified. The system also includes an accessory controller within the removable accessory to receive and execute commands from the vehicle controller. Various communication methods such as CAN bus, LIN bus, power lines, and PWM characteristics are utilized for transmitting information and commands between the vehicle and the accessory. Overall, the patent details a comprehensive method and system for seamlessly connecting and interacting with accessories in a vehicle, enhancing user experience and functionality.
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