Vehicle with a passive entry system

The technical field to which the invention relates.

The present invention relates to electronic equipment for vehicles, in particular to the classification strategy used by the inventory tracking system.

The level of technology

To reduce the likelihood of loss and increase the efficiency of transport using multiple vehicles, companies often track the movement of goods, such as equipment, tools, etc. between different vehicles. In other words, determining which tools are in a particular vehicle, allows you to check whether all the necessary equipment is loaded into the vehicle, and also helps prevent losses and increase the level of responsibility of your employees. Family members, sports coaches and individual entrepreneurs can also track the movement of their own things, which will allow them to increase the efficiency of their daily activities.

DISCLOSURE OF INVENTION

To solve the above problem, a vehicle that includes a passive access system with a controller configured to unlock the vehicle after authenticating the trinket next to the vehicle has been proposed to recognize the vehicle’s approach to a limited geographic area in which it is impossible to be with at least one of the prohibited items, take information about the items, indicating which items are in the vehicle, as well as about to provide an output signal informing that any item from the vehicle is prohibited for this limited geographical area.

In another aspect of the invention, a vehicle is proposed that includes a passive access system with a controller configured to unlock the vehicle after authenticating a trinket near the vehicle, to receive information about objects, indicating which objects are in the vehicle, and departures to recognize the departure of the vehicle from the target point, which should be a certain thing that should not remain in the vehicle e when leaving this point, as well as provide an output signal informing whether the specified item is in the vehicle.

In another aspect of the invention, a vehicle is proposed that includes a passive access system configured to authenticate a key fob next to the vehicle, and a controller adapted to receive information about the objects when an event associated with a particular rule occurs. which items are in the vehicle, to receive at least one rule related to the specified event, to apply this rule when processing information about objects, and also generate an output signal informing you that the item information indicates a violation of the rule.

Brief Description of the Drawings

FIG. 1 shows a vehicle system for tracking inventory items.

FIG. 2 is a schematic representation of the vehicle’s on-board system.

FIG. 3A and 3B show a vehicle with multiple antennas.

FIG. 4A-4C are vehicle areas created by the antennas of FIG. 3A and 3B.

FIG. 5 is a schematic representation of the various rules established for drivers, routes and geographic areas.

FIG. 6A-6D are examples of interfaces for tracking inventory items in a vehicle.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart of a method for working with the rules used by the inventory tracking system.

FIG. 8A-8C are examples of interfaces for working with rules used by the inventory tracking system.

FIG. 9 is a flowchart of a method for managing the rules used by the inventory tracking system.

FIG. 10A-10E are diagrams showing radio frequency protocols used in transmitting low-frequency request signals and receiving various high-frequency response signals.

FIG. 11 shows examples of request signal intervals for keyfobs and receiving high-frequency response signals for the inventory tracking system.

FIG. 12A-12M are options for label configurations.

FIG. 13A-13B are additional label configuration options.

The implementation of the invention

The following describes the tracking systems for inventory items in a vehicle, allowing you to track the presence of items inside a vehicle, on exterior surfaces, and on luggage racks and other external carriers for the vehicle load. By transmitting a low-frequency request signal from one or more vehicle antennas, a high-frequency response signal from a passive or active RFID tag can be obtained, allowing identificationmark and, thus, determine the presence of a particular object with a tag in the vehicle, on the outer surface and on the trunk or in the holders for the cargo in the coverage area of ​​the low-frequency antennas. Components of existing passive access / passive start systems (PEPS) can be used to ensure the tracking system of inventory items, while for effective tracking of items with tags, you will not have to purchase unnecessary additional systems in the secondary market. Moreover, additional equipment can be installed (for example, an additional antenna on the roof) after purchasing a vehicle.

FIG. 1 shows an example of an inventory tracking system 100 in a vehicle including a vehicle 105, a system server 110, and a user device 115. Although FIG. 1 not shown, with reference to FIG. 2, it will be described that the system may include several first vehicle antennas 170, a second vehicle antenna 145, and an item mark 175. An item tag 175 is a device associated with an item, usually attached to it, which includes a transponder capable of receiving low-frequency request signals from antennas 170. The mark 175 can be configured to issue a high-frequency response signal that identifies the tag with radio frequency identification (RFID), which can be received by the second antenna 145. When operating at short distances (for example, less than a few inches), the antenna 170 can be used to send low-frequency request signals to perform radio frequency identification (RFID), after which the tag can send a low-frequency response signal to these antennas 170, which in this situation work as a receiving and transmitting antenna. This approach is usually used in the absence of power in the label (when the battery is dead). The system 100 may use a response signal to identify the object, which will allow tracking inventory items in vehicle 105. less than a few inches), the antenna 170 can be used to send low-frequency request signals to perform radio frequency identification (RFID), after which the tag can send a low-frequency response signal to these antennas 170, which in this situation work as receiving and transmitting antennas. This approach is usually used in the absence of power in the label (when the battery is dead). The system 100 may use a response signal to identify the object, which will allow tracking inventory items in vehicle 105. less than a few inches), the antenna 170 can be used to send low-frequency request signals to perform radio frequency identification (RFID), after which the tag can send a low-frequency response signal to these antennas 170, which in this situation work as receiving and transmitting antennas. This approach is usually used in the absence of power in the label (when the battery is dead). The system 100 may use a response signal to identify the object, which will allow tracking inventory items in vehicle 105.

The vehicle 105 may include a vehicle module 120 configured to exchange data with the system management server 110 over the cellular communication network 130. The system management server 110 may also communicate with the user device 115 over the cellular network 130 and / or another wireless network 135, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a local area network (LAN), etc.

The vehicle 105 may be any type of vehicle. For example, it may be a motor vehicle shown in the accompanying drawings. It can also be another type of mobile vehicle designed to carry passengers, for example, a bus, motorcycle, train, ship, boat or plane. It can also be a container for transporting or storing cargo. The vehicle 105 may be configured to transport certain items, including personal effects, machinery, tools, medical equipment, etc. A passive tag can be mounted on these items, which is adapted to transmit a radio frequency identification (RFID) signal to the vehicle antenna 145, as will be described later with reference to FIG. 2 and 3. As shown in FIG. 1, item tracking can be performed for multiple vehicles 105-1, 105-2, 105-n. In relation to each other, these vehicles can be, for example, vehicles owned by one family, vehicles owned by one company, an auto train or a convoy, etc.

Vehicle module 120 may be a module within vehicle 105 and may be configured to receive signals from various antennas 145, 170 in vehicle 105 (as shown in Fig. 3A and 3B). These signals can be used to detect tags inside or near the vehicle 105, which will allow you to track items to which the corresponding tags are attached. The vehicle module 120 is described in more detail below with reference to FIG. 2

The system management server 110 may be a server that allows to simplify data exchange between authorized user devices 115 and module 120. Server 110 may be an automatic call server that allows a central network node to control data exchange between vehicle 105 and an authorized user device 115. In accordance with one example, module 120 may communicate with server 110 over cellular network 130, Module 120 may send a message with information about Ichii certain objects in the vehicle 105 detected by the antennas 145, 170. The system management server 110 may authenticate the vehicle 105 on the basis of the vehicle identification number, in the transmitted message.

Module 120 may instruct at least one antenna 170 (as shown in FIG. 3) for transmitting a low frequency call signal. Label 175 may be glued or attached to an item in a vehicle. This tag 175 may be a special tracker-only tag and / or a standard vehicle remote control with passive access / passive start function (PEPS). Label 175 may also be part of systems known as Keyless Access System, Advance Key, Comfort Access, Enter-N-GTM, Intelligent Access, Smart Entry, SmartKeys, Intelligent Key®, SmartPass, Kessy. Examples of label configurations 175 are shown in FIG. 12 and 13 and will be discussed in detail below. The label 175 can communicate with the vehicle 105, using low frequency and / or ultra high frequency signal protocols, including the exchange of requests and responses between the 175 label and the vehicle module 120. The tag 175 may include a transponder configured to work as a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag used to identify the tag 175 and then identify the item. In other words, when antennas 145, 170 receive an ultra-high-frequency response signal from tag 175, module 120 can determine that the item on which this mark 175 is installed is inside or near vehicle 105. Then module 120 can send a message to server 110 for ensuring inventory tracking with other vehicles within an authorized user system. The tag 175 may be a passive tag, the use of which does not lead to a significant increase in cost, or it may be an active tag. In addition, the label 175, which is a standard passive access / passive start system label known from the prior art, can be safe for use in the passenger compartment of the vehicle 105. In other words, it is safe for people and animals in close proximity to transmitting antennas 170 and tags generating transmitted ultra-high frequency signals. As an example, low-frequency request signals can be transmitted at a frequency below 200 kHz, for example, at a frequency of 20 kHz, 125 kHz, and 134.5 kHz. High-frequency response signals can be transmitted at frequencies above 200 MHz, for example, at a frequency of 314 MHz, 433 MHz, 434 MHz, 868 MHz and 903 MHz.

The tags 175 and the standard key fob 160 can communicate with the antennas 145, 170. As mentioned above, the existing passive access / passive system keyfobs can be used as the tags 175. The use of existing trinkets will avoid cost increases, due to the absence of the need to install transmitters and receivers with a wider spectrum. The absence of the need to use additional antennas 145, 170 in the cabin also avoids an increase in the total cost. In addition, the power levels of existing remotes are safe for passengers and other vehicle systems. You can also use trinkets with the function of the received signal power indicator (RSSI). When using trinkets as tags 175, these trinkets can be numbered in a certain way in the inventory tracking system 100. For example, if the first and second keys (keys No. 1 and No. 2) are used as standard keyfobs 160 to access or start the vehicle 105, then the third and fourth key rings can be used as marks 175 on items (keys No. 3 and No. 4 ), additionally issued by the dealer.

As mentioned above, tags 175 can be installed on various commercial items, for example, tools, equipment, etc. Labels can also be set or embedded into personal items, including a briefcase, a box for food, a golf club, musical instruments, etc. In addition to placing tags on personal items, they can be attached to groups of items, for example, to tourism accessories, tools, groceries, etc. Tags 175 can also be grouped into specific categories. These categories can be defined by the user using the interface on the vehicle module or user device 115. As will be discussed below, categories can be used by the user to quickly check the presence of all necessary items inside the vehicle 105 and the absence of those items that should not be in it. For example, while traveling, the user may need to check the presence of all the medical supplies of the user in the vehicle 105. According to this example, labels 175 can be installed on an insulin kit, an oxygen inhaler, prescription drugs, a wheelchair, etc. These categories will be discussed in detail below. oxygen inhaler, prescription drugs, wheelchair, etc. These categories will be discussed in detail below. oxygen inhaler, prescription drugs, wheelchair, etc. These categories will be discussed in detail below.

In addition to authenticating user devices 115 and providing data exchange between user vehicles and vehicle modules 120, server 110 can also track and store data received from vehicle modules 120 in database 140. In other words, server 110 can catalog messages for further of use. Messages may be stored on server 110 or in database 140. Messages may indicate the presence of a label 175 associated with the vehicle. In accordance with one example, the label 175 may be attached to a gym bag. The message transmitted from the vehicle 105-1 to the server 110 may indicate that the label 175 associated with the sports bag is inside the vehicle 105.

User device 115 may be a computing device capable of receiving information from server 110 and / or vehicle module 120. User device 115 may be a mobile device, such as a mobile phone, tablet computer, laptop computer, personal digital assistant (PDA), smartphone, etc. User device 115 may also be a desktop computer. User device 115 may have a user interface configured to display information to the user of device 115. The interface may be an embedded graphical user interface (GUI). It can also be a screen, for example, a liquid crystal display (LCD), a LED display (LED), a plasma screen, etc. The interface can also be a computer monitor or a projector. The user interface may be adapted to display information, for example, about the presence of a certain item in the vehicle 105. Examples of user interfaces are presented in FIG. 6A-D and 8A-C, and can display photographs / icons showing objects, etc.

The user device 115 can communicate with the server 110 over the wireless network 135. It can also exchange data with the vehicle module 120 via the cellular network 130, WiFi® or Bluetooth®. Communication with server 110 and / or module 120 allows user device 115 to receive information about objects in vehicle 105. User device 115 can be authenticated by server 110 and / or recognized by module 120. Device 115 can be associated with several vehicles 105 and receive information about the inventory items in each vehicle (i.e., about items inside or on the vehicle 105). A similar approach may be preferable in the event that when one user is driving multiple vehicles and wants to control the luggage that is in each of them. In addition, one or more user devices may be connected to one vehicle 105 or several vehicles 105. This may be preferable when several users share several vehicles, for example, members of a large family or employees of a small company. In accordance with another example, a family member may want to know which items or which particular item is located in each vehicle 105. The user interface can display this information in several ways, for example, in the form of graphic images of objects, as a list of items in each vehicle and etc.

Networks 130 and 135 can be any type of wireless network, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a local area network (LAN), cellular networks, wireless networks without an access point (such as Zigbee® or Z-Wave), etc. Such a network can also use a combination of wired and wireless protocols. As an example, network 130 is described in this document as a cellular network, and network 135 is described as a wireless network, such as a local area network or a Wi-Fi network.

FIG. 2 shows an example of a vehicle module 120. The vehicle module 120 may include a function controller 150, a global positioning system (GPS) transmitter 155, a cellular transmitter 160, and a display controller 165. The function controller 150 may be a passive access / passive start system controller communicating with a GPS transmitter 155, a cellular communication transmitter 160 and a display controller 165. It can also exchange data with vehicle antennas 145, 170. Antennas 145, 170 can exchange data with a label 175. Although the second vehicle antenna 145 can be described herein as an antenna for receiving ultra-high frequency response signals, the first antennas 170 can be used as antennas for transmitting low-frequency request signals, each of them can perform reception and transmission, and also they can be interchanged. As mentioned above, the label 175 may have a transponder configured to receive low-frequency request signals from antennas 170. Thereafter, the antenna 145 may receive high-frequency response signals from the label 175.

The GPS transmitter 155 can communicate with the controller 150 functions and the satellite to transmit position information to the controller 150 functions. This location information can be used by the function controller 150 to determine the location of the vehicle 105. GPS transmitter 155 can also use navigation reckoning, which can be used to locate the vehicle without the ability to communicate with GPS satellites. With navigation reckoning, you can use vehicle gyro sensors, usually installed in a collision detection system, to overlay the vehicle movement over the latest known GPS coordinates and to make an approximate map of vehicle locations before finding enough satellites. Typically, this approach is preferred when driving through a tunnel or between very tall buildings nearby. In the absence of reliable GPS transmitter signals, the vehicle system controller may use the cellular transmitter 160 to generate “GPS assist data” to locate the vehicle by triangulating on at least three cell towers.

Cellular transmitter 160 may be a transmitter configured to communicate with user device 115, as mentioned above. Cellular transmitter 160 may receive information from controller 150 of functions and transmit information to user device 115. Cellular transmitter 160 may also receive requests from user device 115. These requests may include requests for information, for example, information about inventory items in a particular vehicle. the tool 105.

To display information through the interface to the driver or other passengers, the display controller 165 may be configured to issue instructions to the display of the vehicle 105. The display may display information about inventory items in the vehicle. In accordance with one example, a list of items in a vehicle 105 may be displayed. In accordance with another example, a warning about a forgotten thing may be displayed on the display. For example, if the driver is driving to work, the driver may be given a notice of the absence of the portfolio in the vehicle 105. The display can also display the routes and rules established for these routes. For example, if a driver drives in a vehicle 105 from home to work, This can be used to check the cabin of the vehicle for a portfolio. The display can also display interfaces for working with custom rules. The interfaces displayed in the vehicle 105 may be the same or similar to the interfaces displayed on the user device 115. The following is a description of the interfaces with reference to FIG. 6A-D and 8A-C.

FIG. 3A and 3B are examples of the location of the various vehicle antennas 170 in the vehicle 105. The antennas 170 are configured to send a low-frequency call signal to the tags 175. The tags 175 can then produce a high-frequency response signal. Low-frequency request signals for tags can be issued based on a content request or an ultra-high-frequency response signal from a passive access / passive start system to a vehicle as part of an access or ignition procedure, regardless of the label. Standard functional low-frequency request signals from the passive access / passive start system can be generated during the keyless entry procedure, including human actions, for example, approaching the vehicle 105, touching the door handle, pressing the start / stop button of the engine, door opening, etc. The baggage tracking system 100 in a vehicle can be configured to calculate when it will, or should be, the time to receive a response to this request from the passive access / passive start system. After performing these calculations, the tag can transmit a low-frequency call signal, which will eliminate the possibility of a response from the tag to the response signal from the passive access / passive start system. This process will be described in detail below with reference to FIG. 10 and 11. when it expires or must expire to receive a response signal to the request from the passive access / passive start system. After performing these calculations, the tag can transmit a low-frequency call signal, which will eliminate the possibility of a response from the tag to the response signal from the passive access / passive start system. This process will be described in detail below with reference to FIG. 10 and 11. when it expires or must expire to receive a response signal to the request from the passive access / passive start system. After performing these calculations, the tag can transmit a low-frequency call signal, which will eliminate the possibility of a response from the tag to the response signal from the passive access / passive start system. This process will be described in detail below with reference to FIG. 10 and 11.

The antennas 170 may be located at several locations inside or on the vehicle 105. As shown in FIG. 3, the antennas may be located in the door handles of the vehicle 105 (for example, antenna 170-1). Antennas can also be located inside or on the hood or front buffer of the vehicle 105 (for example, antenna 170-2), the rear of the vehicle (for example, antenna 170-3), in the center console of the vehicle (for example, antenna 170-4) , as well as in the back of the cab of the vehicle 105 (for example, antenna 170-5). An additional antenna may be located on or near the top of the vehicle (for example, antenna 145). Such an additional antenna 170-6 may be located on the roof of the vehicle 105. Thus, Vehicle system 100 may include up to seven (7) antennas 145, 170 (six first antennas 170 and one second antenna 145), although their number may be more or less. In accordance with one example, when the vehicle is not adapted to transport things on top of the vehicle 105, for example, when the vehicle 105 is a versatile soft-top car, a rooftop antenna 170-6 may not be needed. In accordance with another example, if the vehicle 105 is not adapted to transport cargo behind it, for example, if the vehicle 105 does not have a trailer, the rear antenna 170-3 may not be needed. In accordance with one example, when the vehicle is not adapted to transport things on top of the vehicle 105, for example, when the vehicle 105 is a versatile soft-top car, a rooftop antenna 170-6 may not be needed. In accordance with another example, if the vehicle 105 is not adapted to transport cargo behind it, for example, if the vehicle 105 does not have a trailer, the rear antenna 170-3 may not be needed. In accordance with one example, when the vehicle is not adapted to transport things on top of the vehicle 105, for example, when the vehicle 105 is a versatile soft-top car, a rooftop antenna 170-6 may not be needed. In accordance with another example, if the vehicle 105 is not adapted to transport cargo behind it, for example, if the vehicle 105 does not have a trailer, the rear antenna 170-3 may not be needed.

Each of the vehicle's antennas may have a signal strength indicator (SSI) capable of determining the power of the response signal from the tag. The response signal from the tag can be received by multiple antennas, and each antenna can use the power of the response signal from the tag to determine the location of the tag 175. In other words, the greater the measured signal power from the tag for a particular antenna, the closer the mark 175 to this antenna 170. This method can be used to determine whether the object is inside the vehicle 105 or outside the vehicle. For example, if the antenna 170-1 on the door handle detects a very powerful signal, and all other antennas do not receive a response signal or receive a very weak signal from the tag, then it can be determined that the object is located outside the vehicle near the antenna 170-1. As will be discussed below, based on the rules used by the controller 150, the system 100 may issue an appropriate warning so that the user understands that the item is not inside the vehicle 105.

FIG. 4A-4C, each antenna 170 may create a low frequency zone 180 around the vehicle 105. The zones 180 created by each antenna 170 may have a radius of about 1-3 meters around the corresponding antenna 170. As shown in the accompanying drawings, zones 180 may have a circular or oval form. When the label 175 enters the zone, the label transmitter can detect the request signal transmitted by the corresponding antenna 170, and can give back a special high-frequency response signal. In each zone 180, a label 175 can be detected on objects inside, on, under, or near the vehicle 105. A high-frequency response signal can be received by the controller 150 functions and transmitted from it to the server 110. Monitoring the presence of tags under the vehicle can be used to detect tires with tags, attached to the bottom or rear area of ​​the vehicle, or tags embedded in the pavement, to detect the return of the vehicle to a specific parking space (for example, when renting a car), because on most parking lots the resolution of the GPS system is not high enough and in most cases not available at all. Other possible uses of the tag detection system under the vehicle include checking the admissibility of moving an off vehicle, for example, using a factory truck for vehicles, rather than towing a tow truck. There are also many other possible uses. to detect the return of the vehicle to a specific parking space (for example, when renting a car), since on most parking lots the resolution of the GPS system is not high enough and in most cases is not available at all. Other possible uses of the tag detection system under the vehicle include checking the admissibility of moving an off vehicle, for example, using a factory truck for vehicles, rather than towing a tow truck. There are also many other possible uses. to detect the return of the vehicle to a specific parking space (for example, when renting a car), since on most parking lots the resolution of the GPS system is not high enough and in most cases is not available at all. Other possible uses of the tag detection system under the vehicle include checking the admissibility of moving an off vehicle, for example, using a factory truck for vehicles, rather than towing a tow truck. There are also many other possible uses. Other possible uses of the tag detection system under the vehicle include checking the admissibility of moving an off vehicle, for example, using a factory truck for vehicles, rather than towing a tow truck. There are also many other possible uses. Other possible uses of the tag detection system under the vehicle include checking the admissibility of moving an off vehicle, for example, using a factory truck for vehicles, rather than towing a tow truck. There are also many other possible uses.

As was briefly stated above and shown in the accompanying drawings, the inventory tracking system 100 may use various rules to help the driver and / or passengers not to forget various items. The rules can also help to ensure the absence of prohibited items (for example, firearms) in a vehicle 105 in certain geographic areas or in the presence of certain persons in a vehicle 105 (for example, people not authorized to carry a firearm). Rules can be set by the user, i.e. a driver, passenger, or other users can create rules to make it easier to work with system 100. In one example, a parent can create a rule according to which the system of tracking inventory 100 will check, Did the child take a school backpack on the way to and from school? A parent can specify that system 100 should issue a notification to the driver and passengers if the system 100 determines that the school backpack is forgotten, or if the school backpack is left in the vehicle when it approaches or stops at the school and then leaves the area around schools. The entrepreneur can create a rule according to which certain equipment should be in each vehicle 105 after leaving a certain working area, and can also check the presence of this equipment after returning the vehicle to avoid loss of equipment. If there is no equipment in the truck where the tagged items were loaded, you can use the server 110 and the cloud database 140 to determine Whether the item (s) with the tag has been moved to other vehicles in the user group, and whether it will be returned by another employee instead of the person who took the item with the tag. This ability to control the presence of items with tags in a group of vehicles can be effectively used in commercial companies and / or sports teams, because it avoids unnecessary trips of a vehicle that has found an item to go back and search for it.

These rules can be set by the user using the interface of the user device 115 and / or the vehicle 105. As mentioned above, the server 110 can communicate with the user device 115 and the vehicle module 120, which will allow you to control the system 100 from various places, including several vehicles 105 and user devices 115. An example interface is described below with reference to FIG. 6A-6D, but may include graphics of various items, maps, lists, etc.

Such rules can also be added to system 100 by default. In accordance with one example, bans covering certain subjects may apply in certain geographical areas. For example, in the territories of schools it may be prohibited to carry firearms. The GPS transmitter 155 and vehicle module 120 can determine the vehicle’s approach to an area in which the use of a firearm is prohibited. The controller 150 functions can issue to the antenna 170 command to generate a low-frequency signal of the call (request). When a high-frequency response is received and a prohibited item is detected, the controller 150 may issue a command to the interface to turn on the warning of passengers of the vehicle 105. A warning may be displayed on the interface an audible warning may also be issued. Alternatively or in addition, passenger user device 115 may also initiate an alert.

FIG. Figure 5 shows an example map with examples of rules established for various drivers and landmarks. In other words, the system 100 may control special rules established for the driver, special rules established for the environment, and special rules established for the object. In accordance with one example, a specific set of rules can be created for each driver, defining the list of items that must be in the vehicle 105, as well as items that should not be in the vehicle. Such rules can be stored on the controller 150 of the vehicle module 120, the server 110 and / or the user device 115. The driver can be identified using a key fob 160 corresponding to a specific driver, using a cell phone or even biometric data if the vehicle is equipped with such systems (for example, fingerprint readers, facial recognition, etc.). When using a key fob for identification, each driver can have their own key fob 160, commonly used by this driver. After using the key fob 160 to unlock or gain access to the vehicle 105, the controller 150 may recognize the key fob 160 and read the list of items set for this key fob 160. For example, if it is determined that the first key fob belongs to driver A, and the controller 150 detects this key fob, This will read the first list for the first keyfob 160. Antenna 170 may then transmit a low-frequency request signal for the tag and receive one or more high-frequency response signals from one or more tags 175 on the items. These response signals may indicate that the items are inside the vehicle 105. Identified items can be compared with a read list to confirm the presence of all necessary items and the absence of prohibited items in the vehicle 105. In addition to using response signals from keyfobs 160, to identify drivers other mechanisms may be used. In accordance with one example, a username / password can be entered through the interface. Identified items can be compared with a read list to confirm the presence of all necessary items and the absence of prohibited items in the vehicle 105. In addition to using response signals from key fobs 160, other mechanisms can be used to identify drivers. In accordance with one example, a username / password can be entered through the interface. Identified items can be compared with a read list to confirm the presence of all necessary items and the absence of prohibited items in the vehicle 105. In addition to using response signals from key fobs 160, other mechanisms can be used to identify drivers. In accordance with one example, a username / password can be entered through the interface.

In the example of FIG. 5, for driver A, a list may be drawn up in accordance with which the driver must have in a vehicle 105 such medications as insulin and other prescription drugs. However, driver A may not have permission to carry and store firearms. Thus, system 100 will always check the absence of firearms in the vehicle 105. Driver B may not have a prescription for drugs that driver A. always carries with him. Thus, system 100 can check whether driver B is the only driver in a vehicle 105 and whether the appropriate drugs are missing. However, driver B may have permission to carry firearms, therefore, this item is not prohibited for driver B in the vehicle 105. The rule

In addition to the rules established for the driver, the rules established for environmental conditions can be used. The rules established for specific environmental conditions may relate to environmental factors, for example, the location of the vehicle 105 and the route of the vehicle 105, time of day, weather, as well as the temperature inside the vehicle 105, etc. As shown in the example of FIG. 5, certain rules can be set for certain routes. For example, on a route from home to school, a rule may require a school backpack, a box for food and a briefcase in the car. However, after the passenger has gone to school, the system 100 can check the baggage to make sure that there is no bag and box for food in the vehicle 105, which will eliminate the situation when the passenger forgets to take these items with him. Thus, on the way from school to work in a vehicle 105, only the briefcase should remain.

Moreover, the rules can be established for a particular location. In accordance with the presented example, the rule may provide for the absence of firearms and other weapons in the vehicle 105 when the vehicle 105 approaches the border. In places such as the frontier, appropriate prohibitive laws may apply. When a vehicle approaches the border or drives a certain distance (it is within a predetermined radius) to a restricted area, the rules can be used to confirm that there are no prohibited items in the vehicle. The user can specify such restricted zones in the list of items with labels,

The rules established for objects may relate to the use of certain items. In accordance with one example, the item may be a firearm or other weapon. Since these items may be dangerous and may have certain legal consequences if they are available to persons who do not have the necessary permission, appropriate rules may be established for the item itself. In accordance with another example, an item can be an expensive or important piece of equipment. In this case, the rules established for the object can be used to track equipment. In addition to the convenient location of the equipment, the equipment can also be tracked to control information about it. For example, the rule established for the object, which in this case refers to the part of the equipment, may include tracking equipment location at predetermined intervals. Tracking the location of the vehicle, as determined by the GPS transmitter 155, allows an entrepreneur to set the frequency of checking the presence of each item. In accordance with a specific example, you can track a trailer and estimate the approximate distance traveled by the trailer using various location data collected by the inventory tracking systems 100. In addition, the system can register trailer usage at weekends or at night, as this may be an unresolved operating scenario. allows the entrepreneur to set the frequency of checking the presence of each item. In accordance with a specific example, you can track a trailer and estimate the approximate distance traveled by the trailer using various location data collected by the inventory tracking systems 100. In addition, the system can register trailer usage at weekends or at night, as this may be an unresolved operating scenario. allows the entrepreneur to set the frequency of checking the presence of each item. In accordance with a specific example, you can track a trailer and estimate the approximate distance traveled by the trailer using various location data collected by the inventory tracking systems 100. In addition, the system can register trailer usage at weekends or at night, as this may be an unresolved operating scenario.

Other statistical data can also be tracked, such as driving time, calendar life, vehicle characteristics, maintenance schedule, spare parts, shelf life of other items, such as fuel, food, medical supplies, etc. Such statistics can be tracked for a particular item regardless of which vehicle 105 from the group it was associated with. This can allow family members and entrepreneurs to easily monitor records about the use of certain items without having to perform extra calculations for several vehicles 105-1, 105-2, 105-n.

As mentioned above, to simplify the organization of tags 175 placed on items, users can create different categories. These categories may relate to personal belongings, professional items, commercial equipment, etc. The medication example was consideredtren above. Other examples of categories include sports equipment, equipment for picnics and trekking, everyday items (for example, things collected daily for work, school, etc.), hunting equipment, travel items, commercial equipment and equipment for retailers (for example, a delivery bag at night, a first aid kit, items to increase independent sales, pizza delivery devices, etc.), law enforcement equipment (for example, firearms, body armor you, walkie-talkies, etc.), as well as items for babies / children (eg, stroller, bag for diapers, toys, etc.). Information about categories can be read at any time to change the rules established for a particular category, to load baggage in accordance with the category, etc.

FIG. 6Α-6D are examples of interfaces for displaying the various routes, rules, and lists of items set for them. These interfaces can be displayed to the user in the vehicle 105 on the vehicle console. The interface can also be displayed on the user device 115. The rules and lists set for each route can be set and changed by the user. Routes can be set by the user by selecting two end (target) points and drawing a route between them. The route may also be a route stored in memory. The controller 150 and / or the server 110 may use the data stored in the database 140 to determine the most frequently used routes, the time of day when certain routes are used, and also a list of items, who are in the vehicle 105 when driving on a particular route. The rule can be automatically created based on the information gathered from the database 140.

The system can also be configured to use geozones instead of specific routes. These include rules based on time and / or days of the week. For example, when leaving the house on a weekday before 8 am, the vehicle always uses list No. 1, which may include a user's briefcase and a bag for diapers. Alternatively, if there is no specific route, entering a school, airport, military base, or other restricted area may trigger the launch of a tag search and trigger a warning when a firearm is detected. FIG. 6A presents several possible routes, including the route from home to school, from school to kindergarten, from kindergarten to work and from work home. Certain rules may be established for each route. Rules and / or lists can be displayed with the corresponding icon (icon) 190. As shown in FIG. 6B, the rules for a particular route can be displayed when they are selected (for example, when you click with a computer mouse, when you touch a touch screen, etc.). The rules may include a list or several lists that list necessary and / or prohibited items. For example, a route from home to school may involve school bags and food boxes for children going to school, bags for diapers for children going to kindergarten, and a driver / parent briefcase. At each stop point on the route, rules can be used to exclude situations where objects remain in the vehicle 105. In other words, when the vehicle leaves a certain point,

FIG. 6B presents an example of a rule for a route from school to kindergarten. The rule should include a list of required items and a list of prohibited items. The list of prohibited items may include items (for example, a box for food and a school backpack) that should not remain in the car after the child leaves the school. Other items such as a briefcase, insulin and a diaper bag, on the other hand, should remain. After the discovery of a violation of the rule, the passengers of the vehicle will be given an appropriate warning. Such a notification, for example, a visual warning displayed on an interface, may contain information about a prohibited item. In accordance with this example, the notification may contain the following information: “Warning about the presence of a prohibited item on the route: Tim has forgotten his school backpack. ” Other notifications include sound notifications, tactile notifications (for example, user device 115 may vibrate), etc. Alternatively or additionally, breaking a rule can be indicated by changing the color of the route line. For example, the dotted line of the route from school to kindergarten may turn red, indicating that there is a problem with luggage. Then, to display the violated rule, the user can click on the corresponding icon 190. the dotted line of the route from school to kindergarten may turn red, indicating a problem with luggage. Then, to display the violated rule, the user can click on the corresponding icon 190. the dotted line of the route from school to kindergarten may turn red, indicating a problem with luggage. Then, to display the violated rule, the user can click on the corresponding icon 190.

FIG. 6C is an example of an interface showing the current location relative to several routes. In this example, the school is listed as the current location of the vehicle. The vehicle function controller 150 may receive location information from the GPS transmitter 155 and use this information to determine the current location of the vehicle 105. In FIG. 6D is an example of an interface where the current route is highlighted among several routes. The icon designating the vehicle can be displayed on or near the route (see Fig. 6C). To display the continuous movement of the vehicle 105 along the route, the interface may be periodically updated. In addition to routes, when choosing the icon 190, the corresponding rule can be displayed. The GUI can also display only locations without specifying routes. If the user is located outside of all geofences with respect to certain locations, then no location will be highlighted. If the vehicle enters one of the indicated geozones, then the interface will highlight the area in which the vehicle is currently located (for example, green when the item list is fulfilled and red if the restrictions applicable to the specific vehicle and / or or driver).

In addition to routes and rules, images of other objects can also be represented on the interface. For example, when the 175 mark is detected on the wallet using the antenna 170, the wallet icon appears on the interface. Various icons and icons associated with 175 tags can be customized by the user when creating rules or setting 175 tags on items. In other words, when the user attaches the label 175 to the item, he can use the interface in the vehicle 105, server 110, or user device 115 to match the icon with the label 175. The icon may indicate the item on which the label 175 is set (for example, when setting the tag to wallet can be selected wallet icon).

FIG. 7 illustrates an example of a method 700 for using rules. The method starts at step 705. At step 705, system 100 may detect an event associated with the rule. An event associated with a rule may be any event prompting system 100 to use a particular rule. As shown in the example of FIG. 7, the event associated with the rule may be a reception of a high-frequency response signal identifying the label at step 710, receiving an external event indicator at step 715, and / or receiving a request signal at step 720.

At step 710, a high-frequency response signal may be received from tag 175 in vehicle 105. The label 175 may be associated with a person or thing and may trigger a rule established for the driver, and / or a rule established for the object. For example, the response signal may be received from a key fob 160 associated with the driver. In this example, the high-frequency response signal can identify the driver by key fob 160. In accordance with another example, mark 175 can be associated with the subject. The subject can be a special thing for which a separate rule should be established. For example, an item may be a firearm or other weapon. Due to the fact that these items can be dangerous and they have a person who does not have the appropriate permission, may have legal consequences, specific rules may be established for the subject. For example, a firearm should not be in the car of a teenager, etc. In response to the low frequency call signal sent by antennas 170, high frequency response signals may be received. As will be described below, such request signals may be triggered based on actions performed during the passive access procedure.

At step 715, the external event may include certain environmental factors, for example, the location of the vehicle 105, the route the vehicle 105 travels, the time of day, the weather, and the temperature inside the vehicle. Thus, when a certain external event is detected, the rule associated with it can be used. For example, when the temperature in a vehicle 105 reaches 80 degrees Fahrenheit, system 100 may recognize this external event as an event associated with a rule. Information about this event can be transmitted to user device 115 for display to all users of the system or users of predefined devices.

At step 720, a request issuance event may be considered as an event associated with the rule. In this example, the user may issue a request to check for the presence of items in the vehicle 105. As an alternative or addition, an event detected in the vehicle 105 may be a request issuance event. This type of event may include determining that the driver has got into the vehicle 105, opened the vehicle door, inserted the key into the ignition lock, exited the vehicle 105, etc. Thus, these events can trigger the issuance of a request by the inventory tracking system 100. The event issuing request can also be handled as part of periodic sample checks. In other words,

In addition, users can issue a request by clicking on the corresponding icon (icon) or a button on the interface. The query may also be issued by the user device 115. The query issued by the user may be a general query related to all items, or a special query in which a particular item is selected for the search. According to the last example, information about the selected item can be obtained from the database 140 to determine its last known location. A search can also be performed in a group of vehicles 105, which will allow you to detect an item in one of several vehicles 105. For example, if the label 175 is installed on a user's baseball glove, the user can select a glove using the user device 115

Special events may also occur that initiate a check for the presence of various items in the vehicle using the inventory tracking system 100. In accordance with one example, system 100 may issue a request when a vehicle security system is triggered.

After recognizing the event associated with the rule, at step 725, the controller 150 or server 110 may receive information about objects in the vehicle. This data may include a list of items in a particular vehicle 105, which was compiled based on one or more high-frequency response signals.

At step 730, the controller 150 or server 110 may receive at least one rule associated with the event. The rule may be called from the database 140 and may be associated with a specific event in this database. For example, if an event associated with a rule is a physical location, for example, a border, then a rule or a set of rules set for crossing the border can be read. Such rules may indicate that it is forbidden to have any weapons on the border. In accordance with another example, if the event associated with the rule relates to the driver, the rule set for the driver can be read, for example, the rule for driver A, as mentioned above with reference to FIG. five.

At step 735, the controller 150 or server 110 may analyze the item information relating to the vehicle from the point of view of at least one rule. In other words, the rule can be applied to the list of items in the vehicle 105. In accordance with one example, the list of prohibited items specified in the rule can be compared with the list of items in the vehicle 105. Similarly, as mentioned above, the rule can also applied to the necessary items.

In some cases, you can use several rules. Such an approach can be effective in detecting multiple passengers and with appropriate rules established for different passengers. It also refers to the detection of an external event associated with a rule and an event associated with a driver.

At step 740, the controller 150 or server 110 may determine if any rule is violated. By comparing the list of items in the vehicle 105 with the list of necessary and prohibited items, controller 150 can determine the absence of any desired item or the presence of an item that should not be in the vehicle 105. In some cases, several rules can be used. For example, if driver A and driver B are simultaneously in vehicle 105, a corresponding rule is established for each driver that includes the right to carry prohibited items (for example, prescription drugs and firearms), since these items are necessary for one of passengers, the general rule will not be violated.

If a violation of the rule is detected, the method proceeds to step 745; otherwise, it ends.

At step 745, the notification may warn passengers about a forgotten or prohibited item. As mentioned above, this notice may include visual, audible or tactile notification. The notice can be analyzed by the passengers of the vehicle. The notification can also be sent directly via the vehicle’s telematics system to a remote site or another user device 115. For example, a list of forgotten items received after the alarm is turned on can be sent via email or by SMS to the system administrator directly to the security post. or to your local police station. In accordance with another example, notification of a forgotten item can be transmitted to server 110. Server 110 may issue a request signal to all other vehicles 105 in the group to determine if the forgotten item is in one of them. In addition, a text message may be issued to another user device 115. According to this example, if family members are in the same vehicle 105 that has just left a certain area, for example, from a baseball field, and other family members are still there, then a notice or a message about the forgotten may be issued to the remaining family members. subject and please pick it up. After this method can be completed. if family members are in the same vehicle 105, which has just left a certain area, for example, from a baseball field, and other family members are still there, a notice or a message about the forgotten item may be issued to the remaining family members and please pick it up. After this method can be completed. if family members are in the same vehicle 105, which has just left a certain area, for example, from a baseball field, and other family members are still there, a notice or a message about the forgotten item may be issued to the remaining family members and please pick it up. After this method can be completed.

FIG. 8A-C are examples of interfaces for managing inventory items for a vehicle. As mentioned above, the inventory tracking system 100 allows several vehicles 105 to be monitored, both locally in the vehicle 105 and remotely from the server 110 and / or the user device 115. FIG. 8A illustrates an example interface for controlling a group of four (4) vehicles 105, each of which is indicated by a vehicle icon. As shown in the figure, each vehicle 105 can be assigned a corresponding number. Alternatively or additionally, each vehicle 105 may be given a name. In a group of family owned vehicles The vehicle 105 may be associated with the name of each driver or another identifier, for example, "mother's car". In the group of vehicles owned by the company, each vehicle can be identified by type or name. In accordance with one example, such names as “bulldozer”, “dump truck”, etc. can be used in a group of construction equipment. Each vehicle 105 may be associated with a list icon 195. FIG. 8B shows an example of the interface displayed after selecting the icon 195. In this example, selecting the icon may display a list of items currently in vehicle 105, which is associated with the selected icon. Other vehicle information can also be displayed, such as location, speed, vehicle mileage, etc. Having an interface that allows the user to view a list of items that are in different vehicles 105, you can get an effective system for tracking inventory items for a group of vehicles 105.

FIG. 8C provides an example of an interface for modifying and creating rules used by the inventory tracking system 100. FIG. 8C is a screen for creating a rule, with which you can create rules for a specific route. This is just an example, and rules can be created for other events, for example, for drivers and environmental factors. In accordance with the presented example, a rule can be created for any route, which can include zero, one or more necessary and unacceptable / prohibited items. There are various ways to customize rules according to individual requirements. You can use various drop-down menus to select options. In accordance with one example, a vehicle dropdown menu (for example, at least one menu) allows the user to select one of several options, for example, which item should be in the vehicle 105, and which notification should be given if the rule for a particular vehicle 105 is not followed. Notification options may include issuing an audible warning through vehicle dynamics, sending an SMS to the driver’s mobile device, restricting the use of certain vehicle functions (for example, an accelerometer, etc.) ). On the route from school to kindergarten, a bag for diapers must be in a certain vehicle 105. However, on a different route, for example, when traveling after work to kindergarten, it may be necessary for the bag for diapers to be in vehicle 105

The options for creating and modifying the rules described above can be used with several interface screens. These screens can be displayed in order based on user selection. In other words, the options “Create a new rule” or “Edit an existing rule” can be displayed on the screen. The next screen will depend on the option selected.

These screenshots are purely examples of how the user can customize the inventory tracking system to suit their own needs. Although not shown, modifying and creating rules can be simplified using other interfaces. The interface can display a list of several vehicles 105, associated drivers and routes, along which each vehicle 105 usually moves. During rule creation, such a scheme may allow the user to select items from the drop-down lists, click the mouse button, and drag items to image of the relevant vehicle 105 and / or driver, etc. In addition, the information controlled by the system 100, for example, various statistics on objects, can be displayed as a table or graph. As mentioned above, access to various interfaces can be obtained using the user device 115, vehicle display, and / or server 110. In addition, the system may suggest specifying specific geofences for lists based on tracking of movement routes, times, days, and other patterns identification. For example, system 100 can easily determine a home, school, or place of work based on recurring driving patterns for one or two weeks. days and other identification schemes. For example, system 100 can easily determine a home, school, or place of work based on recurring driving patterns for one or two weeks. days and other identification schemes. For example, system 100 can easily determine a home, school, or place of work based on recurring driving patterns for one or two weeks.

An example of a method for creating and modifying rules is shown in FIG. 9. FIG. 9 shows that the user can be shown the option of creating a new or changing an existing rule. After selecting the option to create a new rule, the user can select the type of rule being created. As shown in the example, a driver rule, a rule for environmental factors, or a rule for an object can be selected. When choosing a rule for a driver, you can change the rule for an existing client or create a rule for a new driver. The list for each rule may contain at least one required or prohibited item. For environmental conditions, different types can be selected. As shown in the example, when creating a rule, the location, route and weather conditions can be selected. Location and route can be selected from a list of saved or existing locations. When creating a rule, you can also use the current location of the user or vehicle 105. In accordance with one example, if the user is in training on a baseball field, he can create a rule based on the current location and a list of all the items needed for a baseball training.

Also a rule can be created for certain weather conditions. As an environmental condition, you can specify a decrease in temperature below one threshold value or the excess of another threshold value of temperature. For example, you can create a rule to send a message to user device 115 if there is a certain 175 mark in the vehicle, if the temperature in the cabin exceeds 80 degrees Fahrenheit or if conditions can cause ice formation. In accordance with one example, if there is a label on items with a short shelf life, the user may want to receive information that the high or low temperature in the cabin can lead to deterioration.

An object-specific rule can be created for a specific item. In accordance with the examples described in this document, special rules may be established for firearms related to their hazardous properties. An object rule can be formulated by creating a rule for a new item or by choosing from rules for existing items to change the rules set for a given item. As mentioned above, existing items can be grouped into categories. Each category can have a rule set for it, similar to the rule for an individual object in the category. Rules for each object may include prohibitions related to a specific user, location, event, etc. These prohibitions may also depend on other factors, such as who else is in the vehicle. In accordance with one example, a rule can be established for a firearm according to which it can be in a vehicle 105 if there is a person in the vehicle 105 who has the right to carry a firearm. Thus, if driver A is alone in the vehicle 105, then the firearm is a prohibited item. However, if driver B travels with driver A in vehicle 105, the firearm is a permitted item but may not be mandatory. However, a firearm may be an illegal or prohibited item when approaching the border. So, when creating a rule for a firearm,

When creating a new object rule, a similar method can be applied. A new item can be assigned to a new category or to an existing category. As will be discussed below, special restrictions or prohibitions may be established for the item. Also, a similar method can be used when changing an existing rule. The rule can be selected from the list of rules. Within this method, you can use drop-down menus, icons, and other visual indicators to create an intuitive system for managing rules, objects, drivers, and vehicle 105 in the inventory tracking system 100.

FIG. 10A-E are diagrams that describe radio frequency protocols used in receiving various high frequency response signals. FIG. 11 shows an example of the intervals for receiving high-frequency response signals for the inventory tracking system. Since the labels 175 can use the same frequencies together with devices, for example, passive access / passive start systems (PEPS) key fobs 160, antennas 145, 170 must be controlled so that they wait and transmit signals with certain periods and intervals to avoid overlapping of the signals of the tags 175 for signals from existing passive access / passive start-up systems for PEPS, TPMS tire pressure monitoring systems and RKE keyless access systems. In other words, the high-frequency response from tag 175 should not be superimposed on the high-frequency response from the keyfob 160 of the PEPS system. The labels 175 and keyfobs 160 of the PEPS system can expect low-frequency request signals from the antennas 170. However, each of them can provide a high-frequency response signal only to a specific call signal (for example, a label can respond only when it receives a call signal for the label, and the key fob 160 can issue answer only when receiving a ringing tone for PEPS or proximity detection). The identification number of the call signal, hereinafter referred to as the identifier of the call signal, may be indicated in each low-frequency call signal. This ringing tone identifier can indicate whether a ringing tone refers to a ringing tone signal, a PEPS call signal (for passive access or passive start) or a call signal when an approach is detected (to detect the user's approaching the vehicle from the outside). The receiver and the control program for each of the keyfobs 160 and tags 175 can determine, based on the identifier of the call signal, whether the device should issue a call signal.

In order to avoid overlapping high-frequency response signals from the keyfob 160 and high-frequency response signals from the tags, the antenna 145 can wait for the response signal from the tags only for a certain time to receive response signals from the keyfob 160. Due to the coordination of moments for receiving high-frequency response signals from devices, the risk of simultaneous transmission of several response signals can be reduced, if not excluded at all.

In addition to passive access / passive PEPS systems and inventory tracking systems, high-frequency response signals can be transmitted by other systems in the vehicle. For example, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) protocols, keyless entry system (RKE) protocols, ultra-high-frequency hello mode proximity detection protocols (WMAP) and ultra-high-frequency PEPS protocols can all transmit signals that should be received by common antennas 145. Detailed A description will be given below with reference to FIG. 10A-E. Some of these ultra-high-frequency signals cannot be controlled by controller 150. For example, keyfob-initiated commands, such as locking, unlocking, alarm, opening the back door, etc. In accordance with another example, tire pressure monitoring system transmitters can operate independently of all commands issued by controller 150. A tire pressure monitoring system can also use frequency shift keying (FSK). When the TPMS system begins to operate in the frequency shift keying mode, any request signals from the tag can be transmitted only when the vehicle 105 moves at a speed of about 8 kilometers per hour, until the marks can work in the frequency shift keying or sound frequency shift keying (ASK) mode. In addition to the transmitted signals from devices installed in the vehicle, signals can also come from systems located outside the vehicle. In accordance with one example, antennas can receive high-frequency response signals from other keyfobs 160, associated with other vehicles. In addition, overlapping of low-frequency request signals from proximity detection systems to other vehicles may occur.

However, by coordinating response times and signaling for different vehicle systems (for example, inventory tracking systems, PEPS systems, etc.), a protocol can be developed to attenuate or eliminate the overlap of high-frequency response signals from different systems. This protocol may indicate that when using a common protocol, the low-frequency request signals and the high-frequency response signals may be different for PEPS, proximity detection systems, and inventory tracking systems. Each device (for example, keyfob 160 and label 175) can expect low-frequency request signals. The request signals for the PEPS system, the proximity detection system, and the tag system may include different call signal identifiers and text instructions. The receiver at label 175 may not activate the label microprocessor until the request is a request for the label. In other words, during normal operation of the PEPS system or the detection scanning system, any request from the PEPS system or the proximity detection system will not affect the operation of the 175 mark.

If the response signal from PEPS or proximity detection is transmitted during the processing of the tag ringtone 175, the tag 175 can interrupt the tag ring processing so that other devices can respond to the PEPS ring tone or proximity detection. For example, if the tag microprocessor processes the tag call signal, but at this time another low-frequency call signal for the PEPS system also begins to be transmitted, the label 175 may stop processing the tag call signal so that the PEPS system can respond to the call directed to it. In this example, the recommendation to stop processing can be transferred from the chip to the tag microprocessor. In other words, When processing a tag call signal, the chip can wait for other low-frequency request signals and send recommendations to the label microprocessor when another request signal is detected. Completing the processing of the ringing signal will allow the label 175 to not respond to the ringing signal and prevent overlapping of non-tag responses. In particular, when a chip detects a ringing signal for an proximity detection system, the chip may suspend the processing of a tag's call signal for 150 milliseconds. This processing delay can provide enough time to transmit a high-frequency response signal from the PEPS system to the call signal from proximity detection. Alternatively or additionally, the tag call signal may not activate the microprocessor in the key fob 160. In addition,

FIG. 10A-Ε illustrates various RF protocols for vehicle systems. FIG. 10A is an example of a protocol for a TPMS tire pressure monitoring system, where thirteen (13) 8 ms messages are transmitted every 52.5 ms with a frequency of 734 ms. FIG. 10B shows the protocol for the RKE keyless entry system. This protocol is used to send messages on command from the key fob 160 using the key fob buttons (for example, the unlock button, the lock button, the alarm, etc.). Message data is transmitted after initial activation every 50 ms for 238 μs every 200 ms. The high frequency protocol of the passive access system presented in FIG. 10C may transmit low-frequency request signals and receive high-frequency messages in response at intervals of about 13, 3 ms with a frequency of 1-2 ms for 73 ms. The hello system operation protocol when an approximation is detected, as shown in FIG. 10D, can transmit a call signal upon detection and receive in response up to five (5) high-frequency response signals with a duration of about 5.83 ms with a frequency of 1-2 ms for 32 ms. FIG. 10D shows the waiting period of the high-frequency response signals from the PEPS system and detection equal to 150 ms, after which the waiting period (listening) for the response signals from the TPMS system and the RKE system to 450 ms begins.

FIG. 11 shows an example of intervals for receiving high-frequency response signals for the inventory tracking system at antenna 145 to attenuate or eliminate the overlap of response signals from tags and a key fob. Various low-frequency call signals can be transmitted by antenna 170. As mentioned above, these request signals can be specifically sent to activate the key fob (including the request signals for the PEPS system and the request signals for the proximity detection system) and for checking inventory items (request signals for the label ). Request signals for the key fob may not overlaprequest signals for the tag, and the response signals from the key fob may not overlap with the response signals from the tag. To avoid any overlap, the controller 150 may issue commands to the antenna 170, initiating transmission and tracking of certain types of signals during various intervals. Antenna 170 may transmit a trinket request signal during the first interval 220. After this low frequency transmission, antenna 145 may expect response signals from the trinket. These response signals from the key fob may include information from the key fob 160 for authenticating the key fob (for example, to unlock a vehicle door, etc.). Antenna 170 may also transmit tag requests during the second interval 225.

To re-execute the cycle, the charm waiting period and the period for transmitting the tag call signal may continue at the end of the charm call period 220. At the end of the period of 225 transmission of the call signal of the label, the period 230 of waiting for a response from the label may begin. The waiting period for the key fob and the period 225 for the transfer of the ringing signal for a tag are shown in FIG. 11 as belonging to the same period, however, if there is a risk of overlapping of these periods, the overlap may be partial (for example, the waiting period for a key fob may be less or more than the period of transmission of the call signal of the tag).

Intervals can be determined based on various actions with the keyless entry system and other operator actions, for example, based on pressing the button on the key fob 160. If any action is detected by the controller 150, he can calculate the expected response period from the key fob (i.e. interval of 225). The controller 150 may also calculate the response period from the tag (i.e., the interval 230) based on the response period from the keyfob. The controller 150 may command the antenna 170 to transmit tag request signals after transmitting the key fob request signals in order to eliminate the risk of receiving a response signal from the tags during the response period from the key fob. Thus, controller 150, after receiving high-frequency response signals from various devices, can determine

After detecting any action, antenna 170 may transmit ten (10) or lower frequency request signals in response to operator action. These actions can occur when the driver approaches the vehicle, when the door is opened or closed, when the engine is started or stopped, and when the clutch is braked or engaged. Since such actions are most often performed during the data of the detected vehicle operating conditions, the most optimal time to perform a search for inventory items occurs after switching on the vehicle transmission or after switching off the vehicle ignition. In addition, as mentioned above, due to the presence of other sources, it may be possible to transmit several signals simultaneously, for example, from other proximity detection systems to nearby vehicles, from inductive chargers, from broadcast towers, from unprogrammed key fobs, etc. To ensure the quality of the inventory tracking system, the controller 150 can control the waiting and transmission periods, using not only keyfob actions, but other external actions. This could include the repetition of the search / query inventory of objects in the presence of these external influences. Such external influences include the determination that the signal power indicator (SSI) of the antenna detects continuous operation in the ultra-high frequency mode. In this example, the controller 150 may transmit to the antenna 170 a command to re-send the tag request signals. Another example of external action is the determination that previously detected inventory items violate the rule. In other words, if a prohibited item is in the vehicle, the antenna can re-issue a tag request signal to check for a violation of the rule. Alternatively or additionally, after determining that the proximity detection system is active, the search for inventory items can be repeated. Most important in scenarios where there is no item with a label, and the rules indicate the need for a vehicle in the vehicle for user data, locations and environmental conditions, it may be preferable to repeat the search for the label many times to determine the absence of the label and confirm

Tag request signals can be transmitted regardless of the state of the vehicle. In other words, they can be transmitted regardless of whether the vehicle is working or not. Sometimes a search for inventory items can be performed only when the vehicle is in a certain state. For example, tag request signals can be transmitted only in a switched off vehicle or in a vehicle moving at a speed below a certain threshold value. Blocking the transmission of signals from the tracking system of the inventory of objects in a particular state of the vehicle reduces the likelihood of simultaneous transmission of signals from existing vehicle systems. For example, Some antennas can be configured to switch from standby mode with amplitude shift keying to standby mode with frequency shift keying when the vehicle speed exceeds 8 km / h. According to this example, the inventory tracking system can search only if the vehicle is moving at a speed of less than 9 km / h.

Controller 150 may maintain a list of programmed tags. It can also receive a list from database 140. The number of tags 175 programmed to work with the inventory tracking system can determine the appropriate duration and interval values ​​for the waiting time for the tag signals. The standard timeout for each label may be 15 ms. Thus, if there are 12 programmed tags, the total waiting period is 180 ms. Controller 150 can group programmed tags to shorten the waiting time for a response from the tag, in order to prevent their transmission from occurring simultaneously with normal trinket signals and a tire pressure monitoring system. For example, 12 tags can be grouped into three groups of four. Three tags can be sent to search for a label. For each response, the wait time is 15 ms for each programmed label. Thus, if each group includes four labels, then the waiting period for each of the three groups will be 60 ms. However, if only three labels are programmed, each ring signal may require a waiting time to detect a known number of labels in each group. If one label is programmed in each requested group, then the wait time will be 15 ms for each group of request signals. Thus, knowing that only three working tags were programmed, the waiting time or the response period from the tag will be only 45 ms instead of waiting 45 ms after each of the three requests, i.e. instead of 135 ms. With ring tones for four tags at a time, the likelihood of simultaneous transmission of high-frequency response signals can be reduced. The total time of the low-frequency call signal and the high-frequency response signal is less than the time required for the operation of PEPS systems. This allows keyfobs 160 and TPMS systems to operate normally. Limiting the tag request signals when using groups of four tags allows you to transmit a call signal and a response signal from the inventory tracking system for a waiting period (450 ms) for an proximity detection system operating with a period of 700 ms. This allows keyfobs 160 and TPMS systems to operate normally. Limiting the tag request signals when using groups of four tags allows you to transmit a call signal and a response signal from the inventory tracking system for a waiting period (450 ms) for an proximity detection system operating with a period of 700 ms. This allows keyfobs 160 and TPMS systems to operate normally. Limiting the tag request signals when using groups of four tags allows you to transmit a call signal and a response signal from the inventory tracking system for a waiting period (450 ms) for an proximity detection system operating with a period of 700 ms.

FIG. 12A-M and 13A-B show examples of label configurations. As mentioned above, each label can include a microprocessor chip and a receiver configured to wait for low-frequency request signals. The tag 175 may also include a transmitter configured to transmit a high-frequency response from the tag to the vehicle antenna. The receiver and transmitter can be located on the upper surface of the label, which allows to avoid overlapping of signals from the subject during transmission and reception of signals. As mentioned above, the microprocessor can be taken out of sleep mode only when the tag is received by the tag 175. This may allow a longer battery life in the label 175. The battery can be replaceable and should not affect the operation of the transmitter and receiver. The power used by the tag 175, may be slightly lower than the power of a standard key fob, since the 175 mark should not function in the same large area as the key fob. In addition, one button is used to connect and test the label.

Label 175 can be resistant to significant temperature fluctuations, exceeding even the values ​​for standard keyfobs 160, because the labels can be attached to the item left in the vehicle. In accordance with one example, a coin-type battery "BR" can be used to achieve resistance to temperatures ranging from 40 degrees Celsius to 85 degrees Celsius. The label may also be resistant to other environmental conditions (for example, the label may be waterproof). Clamps or clamping pins can be inserted into the label 175 so that it can be attached to various surfaces, such as fabrics (for example, diaper bags, school bags, travel bags, gym bags, etc.), hard surfaces , for a small portfolio, equipment boxes, helmets, trailers, etc.),

The label 175 may include a visible identifier, such as a number. The identifier can be used by the interface to program the tags 175. For example, when installed on a particular tag, the tag number can be displayed on the interface along with an icon or a photo of the item.

Each tag may have a mounting mechanism, configured to attach the tag 175 to objects. The mounting mechanism can take various forms, for example, as shown in the figure. The fastening mechanism may be, for example, a key ring, a mechanism with a safety pin, a collar, an adhesive backing, a watch strap, a bolt and screw connection, a sports clamping mechanism, etc. FIG. 13A shows an example of a mark 175 with a first fastening mechanism 250 and a second fastening mechanism 255. The first fastening mechanism may be a rod configured to hold a strap like a watch for fixing the mark 175 around an object. You can also use cable clamps, key rings, etc. to fix the tag on the item. The second fastening mechanism 255 may be a mechanism with a fastening pin, made with the possibility of attaching the mark 175 to the fabric surface. FIG. 13B shows another example of a tag 175 with a different fastening mechanism 260. In order to be able to use tapes, cable clamps, etc. a hole 265 may be provided. The fastening mechanism 260 may include a threaded hole so that the mark 175 can be screwed into the surface. Each tag 175 may contain several fasteners. The fastener mechanism 260 may include a threaded hole so that the mark 175 can be screwed into the surface. Each tag 175 may contain several fasteners. The fastener mechanism 260 may include a threaded hole so that the mark 175 can be screwed into the surface. Each tag 175 may contain several fasteners.

Accordingly, thanks to the existing components of the passive access / passive start system, the inventory tracking system does not need to use expensive high-powered readers for tag search transmitters. Thus, the initial costs of the described system are much lower than the costs of systems that use high-powered readers. In addition, as mentioned above, the system can have both commercial and non-commercial use, and can also be installed in vehicles of various types (for example, in sedans, crossovers, SUVs, pickups, vans, wagons, etc.) . The proposed labeling system based on the passive access / passive start system meets the requirements of companies and families, which allows the user to use it multifunctionally. In accordance with one example, an entrepreneur can track the tools used in a business. The same entrepreneur can track the movement of personal items during the day, for example, the school backpack of his child.

The power levels of low frequency signals used by tags to exchange data with antennas are similar to the levels used by the passive access / passive start system, so they are safe for use in the cab of a vehicle by adults and children. Signals with these power levels are also not superimposed on signals from the original equipment. In addition, the system can be made of inexpensive materials. In accordance with one example, a system with eight (8) tags can cost less than one hundred (100) dollars when installed after purchasing a car. This is partly due to the possibility of using the existing system architecture of the vehicle, for example, key fobs, antennas, receivers and displays of the passive access / passive start system. Besides, Most vehicles can be configured to use systems installed after their purchase, and add instructions and additional RF tags. In some cases, you may need to install additional antennas (for example, additional antennas for the vehicle loading platform). In addition, tagged items, lists of rules, user IDs and other personal information can be stored on the server and in the database to allow the user to easily download information from the old car to the new car, when changing the rented or buying a new vehicle. In addition, if a rental car has vehicles with such a system,

In addition, the ease of use of the baggage tracking system may allow you to perform various baggage checks that can be triggered when one of several events is detected, for example, an event related to a driver, an event related to a location, and an event related to an object. These rules will confirm that important items are in the vehicle, ensuring the absence of dangerous or prohibited items. The interface of the inventory tracking system 100 may also allow multiple users to easily create rules and track items outside the vehicle. In other words, driver A in vehicle A can track and identify objects in vehicle B. In addition,

Moreover, since inventory tracking systems can be installed after purchasing a vehicle to existing components, the signals used to detect tags in the vehicle can be superimposed on the signals of existing vehicle systems. To reduce the likelihood of simultaneous transmission of multiple signals, tracking systems for inventory items can issue commands to the antennas for transmitting and waiting for certain intervals to prevent the simultaneous transmission of signals. In other words, the waiting period for the response signal from the tag may not overlap with the waiting period for other high-frequency response signals, for example, response signals from the keyfob.

Computing devices, such as controller 150, may include computer-readable instructions that may be executed by one or more of the computing devices described above. Machine-readable instructions can be compiled or translated from computer programs created using various languages ​​and / or programming technologies, including, but not limited to, Java ™, C, C ++, Visual Basic, Java Script, Perl, etc. . or combinations thereof. In the general case, a processor or microprocessor receives instructions, for example, from a storage device or a computer-readable storage medium, and executes these instructions, thereby implementing one or more processes, for example, described above. Such instructions and other data may be stored and transmitted using various computer-readable media.

Machine-readable media (this also includes media readable by the processor) includes any non-volatile media (for example, physical media) that provide data (for example, instructions) that can be processed by a computer (for example, a computer processor). Such a carrier can take many forms, including, but not limited to, permanent and operational storage devices. Permanent storage devices can be, for example, optical or magnetic disks, as well as other types of non-volatile media. Random access memory devices can be, for example, dynamic random access memory (DRAM), which are usually part of the main storage device. Such instructions may be transmitted using one or more data transmission means, for example, using coaxial cables, copper cables and fiber optic cables, including wires that are part of the system bus connected to the computer's processor. Standard forms of computer-readable media are floppy disk, hard disk, magnetic tape, any other kind of magnetic media, CD-ROM, DVD, any other optical media, punched tape, paper tape, any other physical media with holes, RAM, PROM, EPROM, FLASH-EEPROM, other chips or memory cards, as well as any other media your computer can work with. connected to a computer processor. Standard forms of computer-readable media are floppy disk, hard disk, magnetic tape, any other kind of magnetic media, CD-ROM, DVD, any other optical media, punched tape, paper tape, any other physical media with holes, RAM, PROM, EPROM, FLASH-EEPROM, other chips or memory cards, as well as any other media your computer can work with. connected to a computer processor. Standard forms of computer-readable media are floppy disk, hard disk, magnetic tape, any other kind of magnetic media, CD-ROM, DVD, any other optical media, punched tape, paper tape, any other physical media with holes, RAM, PROM, EPROM, FLASH-EEPROM, other chips or memory cards, as well as any other media your computer can work with.

Databases, archives or other data warehouses described may include various mechanisms for storing, accessing and reading various data, for example, hierarchical databases, file system file sets, application databases in the appropriate format, relational database management systems (RDBMS ) etc. Each such data storage is usually built into a computing device with an operating system, for example, one of the above, and is accessed via the network using any of the known methods. The file system can be accessed from the operating system, and such a system can support various file formats. RDBMS typically uses a structured query language (SQL) along with a language for creating, storing, editing, and executing stored procedures, such as PL / SQL.

In some examples, system elements may be computer-readable instructions (for example, software) on one or more computer devices (for example, servers, personal computers, etc.) and may be stored on appropriate computer-readable media (for example, disks, storage devices and etc.). A computer program may consist of such instructions stored on a computer readable medium for performing the functions described.

With regard to the processes, systems, methods, heuristic algorithms, etc. described in this document, it should be understood that, despite the designated sequence of steps, they can be performed in a different sequence. It should also be understood that some steps may be performed simultaneously, and also some steps may be added or omitted. In other words, process descriptions are presented only as an example of embodiments of the invention and are not to be construed as limiting the invention.

Thus, it should be understood that the description is given for purposes of clarity, and not limitation. Many additional implementations and applications, other than the examples shown, will become apparent when reading the above description. The volume should not be determined on the basis of the above description, but, on the contrary, should be determined on the basis of the appended claims along with the full scope of equivalents for which this formula is the basis. It is assumed and meant that the described technologies may be developed and improved in the future, and the disclosed systems and methods will be included in such future implementations. Thus, it should be understood that the application of the invention may be modified and modified.

All terms used in the claims should be understood in their broadest reasonable interpretations and their usual meanings, as understood by those skilled in the art, unless otherwise specified in the description of the invention. In particular, the use of the words "any", "given", "above", etc. should be understood as one or more of these elements, unless otherwise indicated in the formula.