Virtual image display management system with head-up display

Abstract

A virtual image display management system using a head-up display that improves the ability of an operator of an automobile, or other equipment, to focus on primary functions, such as vehicle operation, while providing secondary information within the operator's primary visual field without requiring the operator to refocus. The present virtual image display management system integrates one or more secondary function displays into one reconfigurable virtual image head-up display. Several secondary functions are displayed sequentially using analog/digital symbology, icon representation, alphanumeric text or static/motion picture format. The operator may select secondary functions to be monitored, the display format, and the data acquisition intervals. A reconfigurable virtual image display processor accommodates more sophisticated sensor and communication functionality without penalizing efficiency and safety of the operator's primary functions. The present system integrates, interprets, selects and displays data derived from multiple sensors and communications systems at an optimum visual location within the operator's primary field of view. By displaying data in this fashion, an operator can vigilantly perform critical system functions while being kept well-informed of vehicle performance data, communication data and other useful functions and information.

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