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WO2009144206A1 - Information and assistance system as well as a method for controlling the latter - Google Patents

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WO2009144206A1
WO2009144206A1 PCT/EP2009/056340 EP2009056340W WO2009144206A1 WO 2009144206 A1 WO2009144206 A1 WO 2009144206A1 EP 2009056340 W EP2009056340 W EP 2009056340W WO 2009144206 A1 WO2009144206 A1 WO 2009144206A1
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  • the invention relates to an information and assistance system, in particular for automobiles, and to a method for controlling the system, the system having a virtual figure (avatar) that can be controlled by a user.
  • avatar virtual figure
  • the document WO 2007/041223 A2 discloses an automated dialog system which contains a virtual dialog partner (avatar).
  • avatar virtual dialog partner
  • the user can communicate with the avatar by means of various sensors, audio, pressure, temperature or chemical sensor.
  • the avatar is tunable to the attributes of the user.
  • DE 601 22 298 T2 shows a technical implementation for the input of data into an information system. In doing so, the method relies on a virtual environment in which a user can be presented by an avatar, who can conduct this by means of touching processes through the environment.
  • an avatar is controlled in real time by gestures.
  • the known devices and methods have the disadvantage that the avatars are often not sufficiently adapted to the needs of users.
  • Experienced users of information and assistance systems could be annoyed, for example, by too large or frequent avatars, while inexperienced users might find too little information to be of little help.
  • the invention is therefore based on the object to provide a control device that adapts the information content and the information output to the user, whereby quality and quantity are dependent on the use of the system.
  • the user is to be given assistance and information about the respective operating situation by an avatar.
  • the claimed control device for information and assistance systems has a display device for displaying an avatar for data output, in particular for touchscreen applications.
  • the avatar is controllable by a user. By changing the size and / or position of the avatar by a user, the information content is determined and adjusted. This behavior is called adaptive. The quality and quantity of the information given varies according to usage. If the avatar is taken to a position on a monitor, he will output the information for that position. Depending on the size of the avatar, the information is in expert mode, i. little and precise, or in beginner mode, i. detailed, available.
  • the user can directly influence the type of assistance via various input modalities. Changing the position and / or size can be done by acoustic, visual and / or mechanical signals.
  • the system is thus multimodal.
  • the multimodal Possibility of an ergonomically particularly advantageous and intuitive dialogue control.
  • control of the system can be carried out via a touch screen, which can be integrated into an assistance system in the dashboard of an automobile. Control over other monitors is also possible.
  • the application of the claimed system does not only relate to automobiles. Applications in other areas such. As in the use of accessible equipment, in the field of trade and tourism are also conceivable.
  • a custom monitor may be connected to the system so that it can be controlled by mouse, keyboard or other sensors. The user has the opportunity, for example by means of hand and finger gestures as well as by means of
  • Voice input or touch operations to control the interaction with the avatar and thus directly influence the formal and content representation of the avatar and its mediated content.
  • An embodiment of the invention provides to use the distance of the user from the display for the interaction.
  • the system has an approach detection and can thus reduce the distance, e.g. detect the user's hand.
  • the avatar looks smaller when approaching the display; as the distance gets smaller, the avatar is shown enlarged.
  • the avatar can also be operated via voice input or other controls in the vehicle, for example by integrated in the steering wheel buttons.
  • the avatar provides intuitive assistance and information about the respective operating situation.
  • the control of the avatar is adaptive and multimodal.
  • the way, the position and the behavior of the avatar are determined by the nature of the user's interaction with the avatar.
  • the position and / or size of the avatar is changed according to the invention by means of finger pressure or tension on the touch screen.
  • An embodiment of the invention provides that the information is updated throughout the system-user interaction and automatically adjusted to the position and / or size of the avatar. For example, if the avatar is positioned over an area indicating the weather, the user will be provided with the appropriate weather information. Moving the avatar to another screen area will output the corresponding information stored in that area. The size of the avatar determines the amount of information output or the quality of the help. If the avatar is reduced by the user, the number of information is minimized. If it is enlarged, the information is detailed. This has the advantage that the user can freely choose the amount of information depending on the level of knowledge.
  • the graphical representation of the avatar e.g. As the representation of gender or hair color, also selectable by the user.
  • the system may have a user recognition.
  • a user When a user first uses the system for the first time, it is recognized and the avatar has different, more comprehensive information and assistance than with repeated use.
  • user-based recognition is possible.
  • the information to be output is adapted, that is, the avatar is user-controllable.
  • the activation of the avatar takes place depending on the driving context, ie preferably at standstill or in situations with low consumption. chung.
  • corresponding systems for example cameras in the vehicle, may be installed.
  • the avatar provides assistance depending on the context of use. If, for example, a user is in a navigation menu, the user receives the
  • User Information about targeting For example, if the user is in a multimedia menu, the user obtains information for retrieving songs from a mobile terminal.
  • the avatar can be activated or deactivated by the system itself, for example when restarting or changing users, or directly by the user, for example by pressing on a touch screen.
  • the data output of the avatar is multimedia, so that the user can select the right channel for him.
  • information such as: To read travel information.
  • Another possibility is an optical output of the information z. B. in the form of flashing or color change.
  • Fig. 1 Information and assistance system inserted in the dashboard of an automobile. At the push of a button (i) an avatar appears.
  • FIG. 1 shows an information and assistance system 1 built into the dashboard 6 of an automobile, in particular for automobiles, the system having a display device 2 for displaying an avatar 3 for data output and control of the avatar 3 by the user.
  • a display device 2 for displaying an avatar 3 for data output and control of the avatar 3 by the user.
  • By touching the marked input area (i-field) 7 on the touch screen 2 appears the avatar 3.
  • a appearance of the avatar 3 can also by approaching a user to the system 1, a voice command (eg "Information") or a hand gesture done.
  • the avatar can be directly activated or deactivated by the system itself, for example at reboot or by a user.
  • the control of the avatar 3 includes not only the activation and deactivation but also the change of the position 4 and / or size 5 on the monitor 2.
  • FIG. 2 shows as a method of the system control a position change 4 of FIG
  • FIG. 3 shows a further method for controlling a system size change 5 of the avatar 3. This can also be done by finger pressure on the touch screen 2. Position 4 and size changes 5 can alternatively be used in combination.
  • the avatar 3 can be controlled in this regard by means of hand or finger gesture via a Gestikerkennung or via a direct touch screen touch. The control can be carried out by acoustic, visual or mechanical signals or by combining the signals with each other.
  • the information and assistance system has a central control unit which contains, on the one hand, different sensors for controlling and, on the other hand, multimodal output channels. Sensors and output channels can work acoustically, optically and / or mechanically.
  • the system is designed to update the information throughout the system-user interaction.
  • the information adapts adaptively in context to the position and / or size of the avatar. If the avatar is small, then the amount of information is low, with an increased avatar the quantity of information increases.
  • the system has a controller with a device for storing user-based information. This makes it possible for the user to be recognized, so that the knowledge stored in the system and the usage preferences do not have to be reentered.
  • the system thus works with application-based recognition.
  • the data output by the avatar is multimedia and occurs for example by means of acoustic, written and optical signals.
  • the output information and assistance changes depending on the user's changed position 4 of the avatar. For example, as shown in FIG. 4, a position on the edge area 8 leads to the reduction of information and assistance. A position in the central display area 9 leads to an increase in the quantity of information. In the central area 9, the avatar 3 appears partially transparent, so that underlying buttons and information are not obscured obscured.
  • the appearance and / or the size of the avatar can be manipulated by the user by means of the intensity of the finger pressure on the touch screen on the position of the avatar.
  • a firm finger pressure on the avatar can lead to the fact that the avatar is switched off or to that the appearance changes and the avatar, for example, enlarged or reduced displayed.

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The invention relates to an information and assistance system (1) and to a method for controlling the latter, in particular for automobiles, wherein the system has a display apparatus (2) for displaying an avatar (3) for outputting data and for control by a user. The system (1) is designed in such a manner that the information content as well as the quality and quantity of the output information are adapted by the system (1) as a result of a position (4) and/or size (5) of the avatar (3) being changed in a user-defined manner.

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Informations- und Assistenzsystem sowie ein Verfahren zu dessen SteuerungInformation and assistance system and a method for its control

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Informations- und Assistenzsystem, insbesondere für Automobile, und ein Verfahren zur Steuerung des Systems, wobei das System eine virtuelle Figur (Avatar) aufweist, die durch einen Nutzer steuerbar ist.The invention relates to an information and assistance system, in particular for automobiles, and to a method for controlling the system, the system having a virtual figure (avatar) that can be controlled by a user.

Bei der Interaktion eines Anwenders mit Informations- und Assistenzsystemen kann der Anwender mit Hilfestellungen, die über einen Avatar vermittelt werden, interagieren . Zur Unterstützung des Interaktionsverlaufs zwischen Nutzer und Infor- mationssystem sind Avatare mit unterschiedlichen Steuermöglichkeiten bekannt.When a user interacts with information and assistance systems, the user can interact with assistance conveyed through an avatar. To support the interaction between the user and the information system, avatars with different control options are known.

Aus der Druckschrift WO 2007/041223 A2 ist ein automatisiertes Dialogsystem bekannt, welches einen virtuellen Dialog- partner (Avatar) enthält. Der Nutzer kann mittels verschiedener Sensoren, Audio-, Druck-, Temperatur- oder chemischer Sensor, mit dem Avatar kommunizieren. Dabei ist der Avatar auf die Attribute des Nutzers abstimmbar. DE 601 22 298 T2 zeigt eine technische Umsetzung zur Eingabe von Daten in ein Informationssystem. Dabei stützt sich das Verfahren auf eine virtuelle Umgebung in der ein Anwender durch einen Avatar präsentiert, diesen mittels Berührvorgänge durch die Umgebung führen kann. In WO 99/19788 wird ein Avatar in Echtzeit durch Gesten gesteuert.The document WO 2007/041223 A2 discloses an automated dialog system which contains a virtual dialog partner (avatar). The user can communicate with the avatar by means of various sensors, audio, pressure, temperature or chemical sensor. The avatar is tunable to the attributes of the user. DE 601 22 298 T2 shows a technical implementation for the input of data into an information system. In doing so, the method relies on a virtual environment in which a user can be presented by an avatar, who can conduct this by means of touching processes through the environment. In WO 99/19788 an avatar is controlled in real time by gestures.

Die bekannten Vorrichtungen und Verfahren haben den Nachteil, dass die Avatare oft nicht genügend auf die Bedürfnisse der Nutzer abgestimmt sind. Versierte Nutzer von Informationsund Assistenzsystemen könnten so beispielsweise von zu großen oder häufig auftretenden Avataren genervt sein, während ungeübte Nutzer eine zu geringe Informationsmenge als wenig hilfreich empfinden könnten. Der Erfindung liegt daher die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine Steuerungseinrichtung zu schaffen, die den Informationsgehalt und die Informationsausgabe an den Nutzer anpasst, wobei Qualität und Quantität dabei von der Benutzung des Systems abhängig sind. Dabei sollen dem Nutzer in Abhängigkeit von der Nutzungssituation, dem Fahrkontext, den persönlichen Vorlieben und dem individuellem Übungsgrad durch eine Avatar Hilfestellungen und Informationen zur jeweiligen Bediensituation vermittelt werden.The known devices and methods have the disadvantage that the avatars are often not sufficiently adapted to the needs of users. Experienced users of information and assistance systems could be annoyed, for example, by too large or frequent avatars, while inexperienced users might find too little information to be of little help. The invention is therefore based on the object to provide a control device that adapts the information content and the information output to the user, whereby quality and quantity are dependent on the use of the system. Depending on the usage situation, the driving context, the personal preferences and the individual degree of exertion, the user is to be given assistance and information about the respective operating situation by an avatar.

Diese Aufgabe wird erfindungsgemäß durch die kennzeichnenden Merkmale der unabhängigen Ansprüche in Verbindung mit den Merkmalen der Oberbegriffe gelöst.This object is achieved by the characterizing features of the independent claims in conjunction with the features of the preambles.

Die beanspruchte Steuerungseinrichtung für Informations- und Assistenzsysteme weist eine Anzeigevorrichtung zur Darstellung eines Avatars zur Datenausgabe insbesondere für Touch- Screen-Anwendungen auf. Der Avatar ist durch einen Nutzer steuerbar. Durch Änderung der Größe und/oder der Position des Avatars durch einen Nutzer wird der Informationsgehalt bestimmt und angepasst. Dieses Verhalten nennt man adaptiv. Es ändern sich Qualität und Quantität der ausgegebenen Informationen je nach Nutzung. Wird der Avatar zu einer Position auf einem Monitor geführt, so gibt er die Informationen für diese Position aus. Je nach Größe des Avatars sind die Informationen im Expertenmodus, d.h. wenig und präzise, oder im Anfängermodus, d.h. ausführlich, verfügbar.The claimed control device for information and assistance systems has a display device for displaying an avatar for data output, in particular for touchscreen applications. The avatar is controllable by a user. By changing the size and / or position of the avatar by a user, the information content is determined and adjusted. This behavior is called adaptive. The quality and quantity of the information given varies according to usage. If the avatar is taken to a position on a monitor, he will output the information for that position. Depending on the size of the avatar, the information is in expert mode, i. little and precise, or in beginner mode, i. detailed, available.

Durch die in den Unteransprüchen angegebenen Maßnahmen sind vorteilhaft Weiterbildungen und Verbesserungen möglich.The measures specified in the dependent claims advantageous refinements and improvements are possible.

Erfindungsgemäß kann der Nutzer über verschiedene Eingabemodalitäten die Art und Weise der Hilfestellungen unmittelbar beeinflussen. Das Ändern der Position und/oder Größe kann durch akustische, visuelle und/oder mechanische Signale erfolgen. Das System ist somit multimodal. Die multimodale Be- dienmöglichkeit erlaubt eine ergonomisch besonders vorteilhafte und intuitive Dialogsteuerung.According to the invention, the user can directly influence the type of assistance via various input modalities. Changing the position and / or size can be done by acoustic, visual and / or mechanical signals. The system is thus multimodal. The multimodal Possibility of an ergonomically particularly advantageous and intuitive dialogue control.

Erfindungsgemäß kann die Steuerung des Systems über einen Touch-Screen erfolgen, der in ein Assistenzsystem in der Armaturentafel eines Automobils integriert sein kann. Ein Steuern über andere Monitore ist ebenfalls möglich. Dabei bezieht sich die Anwendung des beanspruchten Systems nicht nur auf Automobile. Anwendungen in anderen Bereichen wie z. B. bei der Benutzung von behindertengerechten Geräten, im Bereich des Handels und im Tourismus sind ebenfalls denkbar. Ein je nach Bereich angepasster Monitor kann mit dem System so verbunden sein, dass eine Steuerung über Maus, Tastatur oder andere Sensoren möglich ist. Der Nutzer hat die Möglichkeit, beispielsweise mittels Hand- und Fingergestik sowie mittelsAccording to the invention, the control of the system can be carried out via a touch screen, which can be integrated into an assistance system in the dashboard of an automobile. Control over other monitors is also possible. The application of the claimed system does not only relate to automobiles. Applications in other areas such. As in the use of accessible equipment, in the field of trade and tourism are also conceivable. A custom monitor may be connected to the system so that it can be controlled by mouse, keyboard or other sensors. The user has the opportunity, for example by means of hand and finger gestures as well as by means of

Spracheingabe oder Berührungsvorgänge die Interaktion mit dem Avatar zu steuern und damit unmittelbar die formale und inhaltliche Repräsentation des Avatars und seiner vermittelten Inhalte zu beeinflussen.Voice input or touch operations to control the interaction with the avatar and thus directly influence the formal and content representation of the avatar and its mediated content.

Eine erfindungsgemäße Ausführung sieht vor, den Abstand des Nutzers vom Display für die Interaktion zu nutzen.An embodiment of the invention provides to use the distance of the user from the display for the interaction.

Erfindungsgemäß verfügt das System über eine Annäherungsdete- ketion und kann so die Entfernung z.B. der Hand des Nutzers detektieren. Dabei erscheint der Avatars bei Annäherung zum Display zunächst verkleinert, mit geringer werdender Distanz wird der Avatar vergrößert dargestellt. Wahlweise lässt sich der Avatar auch über Spracheingabe oder andere Bedienelemente im Fahrzeug, beispielsweise durch im Lenkrad integrierte Tasten bedienen.According to the invention, the system has an approach detection and can thus reduce the distance, e.g. detect the user's hand. At the same time, the avatar looks smaller when approaching the display; as the distance gets smaller, the avatar is shown enlarged. Optionally, the avatar can also be operated via voice input or other controls in the vehicle, for example by integrated in the steering wheel buttons.

In Abhängigkeit von Nutzungssituation, Übungsgrad und persönlichen Vorlieben gibt der Avatar intuitive Hilfestellungen und Informationen zur jeweiligen Bediensituation. Dabei erfolgt die Steuerung des Avatar adaptiv und multimodal. Die Art und Weise, die Position und das Verhalten des Avatars werden von der Art der Interaktion des Nutzers mit dem Avatar bestimmt. Die Position und/oder Größe des Avatars wird erfindungsgemäß mittels Fingerdruck oder -zug auf dem Touch-Screen geändert .Depending on the usage situation, the level of exercise and personal preferences, the avatar provides intuitive assistance and information about the respective operating situation. The control of the avatar is adaptive and multimodal. The way, the position and the behavior of the avatar are determined by the nature of the user's interaction with the avatar. The position and / or size of the avatar is changed according to the invention by means of finger pressure or tension on the touch screen.

Eine Ausführung der Erfindung sieht vor, dass die Informationen während der gesamten System-Benutzer-Interaktion aktualisiert werden und der Position und/oder Größe des Avatars automatisch angepasst werden. Wird der Avatar beispielsweise über einem Bereich, der das Wetter angibt positioniert, so erhält der Nutzer die entsprechenden Wetterinformationen. Bei einem Verschieben des Avatars in einen anderen Bildschirmbereich, werden die entsprechenden Informationen ausgegeben, die in diesem Bereich hinterlegt sind. Die Größe des Avatars bestimmt dabei die Menge der ausgegebenen Informationen oder die Qualität der Hilfestellungen. Wird der Avatar vom Nutzer verkleinert, so wird die Anzahl der Informationen minimiert. Wird er vergrößert, so erfolgen die Informationen ausführlich. Dies hat den Vorteil, dass der Nutzer die Informations- menge je nach Kenntnisstand frei wählen kann.An embodiment of the invention provides that the information is updated throughout the system-user interaction and automatically adjusted to the position and / or size of the avatar. For example, if the avatar is positioned over an area indicating the weather, the user will be provided with the appropriate weather information. Moving the avatar to another screen area will output the corresponding information stored in that area. The size of the avatar determines the amount of information output or the quality of the help. If the avatar is reduced by the user, the number of information is minimized. If it is enlarged, the information is detailed. This has the advantage that the user can freely choose the amount of information depending on the level of knowledge.

In einer bevorzugten Ausführungsform ist die graphische Repräsentation des Avatars, z. B. die Darstellung von Geschlecht oder Haarfarbe, durch den Nutzer ebenfalls wählbar.In a preferred embodiment, the graphical representation of the avatar, e.g. As the representation of gender or hair color, also selectable by the user.

Erfindungsgemäß kann das System über eine Nutzererkennung verfügen. Bedient ein Nutzer das System zum ersten Mal, so wird dies erkannt und der Avatar hält andere, umfassendere Informationen und Hilfestellungen bereit als bei wiederholter Nutzung. Durch eine Speicherung von benutzerbasierten Informationen ist eine anwenderbasierte Wiedererkennung möglich. Die auszugebenden Informationen werden angepasst, dass heißt, der Avatar ist benutzerdefiniert steuerbar.According to the invention, the system may have a user recognition. When a user first uses the system for the first time, it is recognized and the avatar has different, more comprehensive information and assistance than with repeated use. By storing user-based information, user-based recognition is possible. The information to be output is adapted, that is, the avatar is user-controllable.

In einer bevorzugten Ausführungsform erfolgt die Aktivierung des Avatars in Abhängigkeit vom Fahrkontext, d.h. vorzugsweise im Stillstand oder in Situationen mit geringer Beanspru- chung. Zur Detektion einer Beanspruchung oder einer Ablenkung können entsprechende Systeme, beispielsweise Kameras im Fahrzeug verbaut sein. Der Avatar vermittelt abhängig vom jeweiligen Nutzungskontext Hilfestellungen. Befindet sich ein Nut- zer beispielsweise in einem Navigationsmenü, so erhält derIn a preferred embodiment, the activation of the avatar takes place depending on the driving context, ie preferably at standstill or in situations with low consumption. chung. To detect a stress or a deflection, corresponding systems, for example cameras in the vehicle, may be installed. The avatar provides assistance depending on the context of use. If, for example, a user is in a navigation menu, the user receives the

Nutzer Informationen zur Zielwunscheingabe. Befindet sich der Nutzer in einem Multimedia Menü, erhält der Nutzer beispielsweise Informationen zum Abrufen von Musiktiteln aus einem mobilen Endgerät.User Information about targeting. For example, if the user is in a multimedia menu, the user obtains information for retrieving songs from a mobile terminal.

In einer weiteren Ausführungsform kann der Avatar durch das System selbst, beispielsweise bei Neustart oder Benutzerwechsel, oder direkt durch den Nutzer, beispielsweise durch Druck auf einen Touch-Screen, aktiviert oder deaktiviert werden.In a further embodiment, the avatar can be activated or deactivated by the system itself, for example when restarting or changing users, or directly by the user, for example by pressing on a touch screen.

Erfindungsgemäß erfolgt die Datenausgabe des Avatars multimedial, sodass der Nutzer, den für ihn passenden Kanal auswählen kann. Beispielsweise ist es während einer Autofahrt sinnvoll, den Audiokanal zu wählen, während es im Parkzustand vorteilhaft sein kann, Informationen, wie z.B. Reiseinformationen zu lesen. Eine weitere Möglichkeit ist eine optische Ausgabe der Informationen z. B. in Form von Blinken oder Farbwechsel .According to the data output of the avatar is multimedia, so that the user can select the right channel for him. For example, while driving it makes sense to choose the audio channel, while in the park state it may be beneficial to have information such as: To read travel information. Another possibility is an optical output of the information z. B. in the form of flashing or color change.

Das Informations- und Assistenzsystem soll anhand von einigen Ausführungsbeispielen näher erläutert werden.The information and assistance system will be explained in more detail with reference to some embodiments.

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Fig. 1 Informations- und Assistenzsystem eingefügt in die Armaturentafel eines Automobils. Auf Knopfdruck (i) erscheint ein Avatar.Fig. 1 Information and assistance system inserted in the dashboard of an automobile. At the push of a button (i) an avatar appears.

Fig. 2 Positionsänderung eines AvatarsFig. 2 position change of an avatar

Fig. 3 Größenänderung eines Avatars Fig. 4 Abhängigkeit des Informationsgehaltes von der Position eines AvatarsFig. 3 resizing an avatar Fig. 4 dependence of the information content of the position of an avatar

Fig. 1 zeigt ein in die Armaturentafel 6 eines Automobils eingebautes Informations- und Assistenzsystem 1, insbesondere für Automobile, wobei das System eine Anzeigevorrichtung 2 zur Darstellung eines Avatars 3 zur Datenausgabe und Steuerung des Avatars 3 durch den Nutzer aufweist. Durch Berühren des markierten Eingabebereiches (i-Feld) 7 auf dem Touch- Screen 2 erscheint der Avatar 3. Ein Erscheinen des Avatars 3 kann auch durch Annäherung eines Nutzers an das System 1, einen Sprachbefehl (z. B. "Information") oder eine Handgeste erfolgen .1 shows an information and assistance system 1 built into the dashboard 6 of an automobile, in particular for automobiles, the system having a display device 2 for displaying an avatar 3 for data output and control of the avatar 3 by the user. By touching the marked input area (i-field) 7 on the touch screen 2 appears the avatar 3. A appearance of the avatar 3 can also by approaching a user to the system 1, a voice command (eg "Information") or a hand gesture done.

Der Avatar kann durch das System selbst, beispielsweise bei Neustart oder durch einen Nutzer direkt aktiviert oder deaktiviert werden. Die Steuerung des Avatars 3 umfasst neben dem Aktivieren und Deaktivieren auch die Änderung der Position 4 und/oder Größe 5 auf dem Monitor 2. Fig. 2 zeigt als eine Me- thode der Systemsteuerung eine Positionsveränderung 4 desThe avatar can be directly activated or deactivated by the system itself, for example at reboot or by a user. The control of the avatar 3 includes not only the activation and deactivation but also the change of the position 4 and / or size 5 on the monitor 2. FIG. 2 shows as a method of the system control a position change 4 of FIG

Avatars 3 auf dem Monitor 2 mittels Fingerdruck und -zug auf dem Touch-Screen 2. Fig. 3 zeigt als weitere Methode zur Systemsteuerung eine Größenveränderung 5 des Avatars 3. Dies kann ebenfalls mittels Fingerdruck auf den Touch-Screen 2 ausgeführt werden. Positions- 4 und Größenveränderungen 5 können alternativ kombiniert eingesetzt werden. Der Avatar 3 kann diesbezüglich mittels Hand- oder Fingergestik über eine Gestikerkennung oder über eine direkte Touch-Screen-Berührung gesteuert werden. Die Steuerung kann durch akustische, visu- eile oder mechanische Signale oder durch Kombination der Signale untereinander erfolgen.Avatars 3 on the monitor 2 by means of finger pressure and pull on the touch screen 2. Fig. 3 shows a further method for controlling a system size change 5 of the avatar 3. This can also be done by finger pressure on the touch screen 2. Position 4 and size changes 5 can alternatively be used in combination. The avatar 3 can be controlled in this regard by means of hand or finger gesture via a Gestikerkennung or via a direct touch screen touch. The control can be carried out by acoustic, visual or mechanical signals or by combining the signals with each other.

Das Informations- und Assistenzsystem weist eine zentrale Steuereinheit auf, die einerseits unterschiedliche Sensoren zur Steuerung und andererseits multimodale Ausgabekanäle enthält. Sensoren und Ausgabekanäle können akustisch, optisch und/oder mechanisch arbeiten. Das System ist so ausgebildet, dass die Informationen während der gesamten System-Benutzer-Interaktion aktualisiert werden. Dabei passen sich die Informationen adaptiv im Kontext zur Position und/oder Größe des Avatars an. Ist der Avatar klein, so ist auch die Informationsmenge gering, bei vergrößertem Avatar steigt die Quantität der Informationen.The information and assistance system has a central control unit which contains, on the one hand, different sensors for controlling and, on the other hand, multimodal output channels. Sensors and output channels can work acoustically, optically and / or mechanically. The system is designed to update the information throughout the system-user interaction. The information adapts adaptively in context to the position and / or size of the avatar. If the avatar is small, then the amount of information is low, with an increased avatar the quantity of information increases.

Das System weist eine Steuerungseinrichtung mit Vorrichtung zur Speicherung von benutzerbasierten Informationen auf. Da- durch ist eine Wiedererkennung des Nutzers möglich, sodass der im System gespeicherte Kenntnisstand und die Benutzungsvorlieben nicht erneut eingegeben werden müssen. Das System arbeitet somit mit einer anwendungsbasierten Wiedererkennung.The system has a controller with a device for storing user-based information. This makes it possible for the user to be recognized, so that the knowledge stored in the system and the usage preferences do not have to be reentered. The system thus works with application-based recognition.

Die Datenausgabe durch den Avatar erfolgt multimedial und erfolgt beispielsweise mittels akustischer, schriftlicher und optischer Signale.The data output by the avatar is multimedia and occurs for example by means of acoustic, written and optical signals.

Möchte ein Nutzer die Hilfestellungen beenden, so kann er da- zu den auf dem Touch-Screen 2 dargestellten Avatar 3 an den Rand 8 des Bildschirms 2 "schieben".If a user wishes to end the assistance, he can "push" the avatar 3 shown on the touch screen 2 to the edge 8 of the screen 2.

Die ausgegebenen Informationen und Hilfestellungen ändern sich in Abhängigkeit von der durch den Nutzer vorgenommenen Positionsveränderung 4 des Avatars. So führt beispielsweise wie in Fig. 4 dargestellt, eine Position am Randbereich 8 zur Reduktion von Informationen und Hilfestellungen. Eine Position im zentralen Displaybereich 9 führt zu einem Quantitätsanstieg der Informationen. Im zentralen Bereich 9 erscheint der Avatar 3 teiltransparent, so dass dahinter liegenden Schalt- flächen und Informationen nicht unkenntlich verdeckt sind.The output information and assistance changes depending on the user's changed position 4 of the avatar. For example, as shown in FIG. 4, a position on the edge area 8 leads to the reduction of information and assistance. A position in the central display area 9 leads to an increase in the quantity of information. In the central area 9, the avatar 3 appears partially transparent, so that underlying buttons and information are not obscured obscured.

Das Erscheinungsbild und/oder die Größe des Avatars kann durch den Nutzer mittels Intensität des Fingerdrucks über den Touch-Screen auf die Position des Avatars manipuliert werden. So kann ein fester Fingerdruck auf den Avatar dazu führen, dass der Avatar ausgeschalten wird oder aber dazu, dass sich das Erscheinungsbild ändert und der Avatar beispielsweise vergrößert oder verkleinert dargestellt wird. The appearance and / or the size of the avatar can be manipulated by the user by means of the intensity of the finger pressure on the touch screen on the position of the avatar. Thus, a firm finger pressure on the avatar can lead to the fact that the avatar is switched off or to that the appearance changes and the avatar, for example, enlarged or reduced displayed.

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Patentansprüche claims 1. Informations- und Assistenzsystem (1), insbesondere für Automobile, wobei das System (1) eine Anzeigevorrichtung (2) zur Darstellung einer virtuellen Figur (Avatar) (3) zur Datenausgabe und zur Steuerung des Avatars (3) durch einen Nutzer aufweist, d a d u r c h g e k e n n z e i c h n e t , dass das System (1) so ausgebildet ist, dass durch benutzerbe- stimmtes Ändern einer Position (4) und/oder einer Größe (5) des Avatars (3) Informationsgehalt, Quantität und Qualität der vom System (1) ausgegebenen Informationen anpassbar sind.1. Information and assistance system (1), in particular for automobiles, wherein the system (1) has a display device (2) for displaying a virtual figure (Avatar) (3) for data output and for controlling the avatar (3) by a user , characterized in that the system (1) is arranged such that by user-changing a position (4) and / or a size (5) of the avatar (3) information content, quantity and quality of information output by the system (1) are customizable. 2. System (1) nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass ein Ändern der Position (4) und/oder Größe (5) durch akustische, visuelle oder mechanische Signale oder durch Kombinationen der Signale untereinander möglich ist.2. System (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that a change of the position (4) and / or size (5) by acoustic, visual or mechanical signals or by combinations of the signals with each other is possible. 3. System (1) nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Steuerung des Informations- oder Assis- tenzsystems (1) über einen Touch-Screen (2) erfolgt.3. System (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the control of the information or assistance system (1) via a touch screen (2). 4. System (1) nach einem der vorgehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, das System (1) als Assistenzsystem in die Armaturentafel (6) eines Automobiles integriert ist.4. System (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the system (1) is integrated as an assistance system in the dashboard (6) of an automobile. 5. System (1) nach einem der vorgehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das System (1) so ausgebildet ist, dass die Informationen während der gesamten System- Benutzer-Interaktion aktualisiert werden und adaptiv im Kontext zur Position (4) und/oder Größe (5) des Avatars (3) angepasst werden. A system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the system (1) is adapted to update the information throughout the system user interaction and adaptively in the context of position (4) and / or Size (5) of the avatar (3) can be adjusted. 6. System (1) nach einem der vorgehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Avatar (3) durch das System (1) selbst oder durch einen Nutzer aktiviert oder deaktiviert werden kann. 6. System (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the avatar (3) can be activated or deactivated by the system (1) itself or by a user. 7. System (1) nach einem der vorgehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Steuerungseinrichtung eine Vorrichtung zur Speicherung von benutzerbasierten Informationen zur anwendungsbasierten Wiedererkennung enthält. 7. System (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the control device includes a device for storing user-based information for application-based recognition. 8. System (1) nach einem der vorgehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Datenausgabe des Avatars (3) multimedial erfolgt.8. System (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the data output of the avatar (3) is multimedia. 9. System (1) nach einem der vorgehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass Multimedialität durch die Ausgabe akustischer, schriftlicher oder optischer Signale gegeben ist.9. System (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that multimedia is given by the output of acoustic, written or optical signals. 10. Verfahren zur Steuerung eines Informations- oder Assistenzsystems (1), insbesondere für Automobile, wobei das System (1) eine Anzeigenvorrichtung (2) zur Darstellung eines Avatars (3) zur Datenausgabe und zur Steuerung des Avatars (3) durch einen Nutzer, d a d u r c h g e k e n n z e i c h n e t , dass durch benutzerbestimmtes Ändern einer Position (4) und/oder einer Größe (5) des Avatars (3) Informationsgehalt, Quantität und Qualität der vom System (1) ausgegebenen Informationen angepasst werden.10. A method for controlling an information or assistance system (1), in particular for automobiles, wherein the system (1) comprises a display device (2) for displaying an avatar (3) for data output and for controlling the avatar (3) by a user, characterized in that by user-defined changing a position (4) and / or a size (5) of the avatar (3) information content, quantity and quality of the information output by the system (1) are adjusted. 11. Verfahren nach Anspruch 10, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Steuerung des Systems (1) über einen Monitor (2) erfolgt. 11. The method according to claim 10, characterized in that the control of the system (1) via a monitor (2). 12. Verfahren nach Anspruch 11, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Monitor (2) als Touch-Screen (2) ausgebildet ist.12. The method according to claim 11, characterized in that the monitor (2) is designed as a touch screen (2). 13. Verfahren nach einem der Ansprüche 10 bis 12, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Aktivierung des Avatars (3) durch Druck auf einen Touch-Screen (2) erfolgt. 13. The method according to any one of claims 10 to 12, characterized in that the activation of the avatar (3) by pressure on a touch screen (2). 14. Verfahren nach einem Ansprüche 10 bis 13, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Avatar (3) mittels Fingerdruck- und -zug auf den Touch-Screen (2) verschiebbar und positionierbar ist. 14. The method according to any one of claims 10 to 13, characterized in that the avatar (3) by means of finger pressure and pull on the touch screen (2) is displaceable and positionable. 15. Verfahren nach einem der Ansprüche 10 bis 14, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Größe des Avatars (3) mittels Fingerdruck auf diesen über den Touch-Screen (2) veränderbar ist.15. The method according to any one of claims 10 to 14, characterized in that the size of the avatar (3) by means of finger pressure on the latter via the touch screen (2) is variable. 16. Verfahren nach einem der Ansprüche 10 bis 15, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Avatar (3) benutzerbasiert steuerbar ist. 16. The method according to any one of claims 10 to 15, characterized in that the avatar (3) is user-based controllable.
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