Service database with component images
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1. A vehicle service database stored in a computer-readable medium comprising:
- a work order data structure reciting at least one component to be serviced, installed, replaced, or repaired; and
an image data structure for representing a digital image of the at least one component.
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Abstract
A vehicle service database includes a work order data structure listing at least one component to be serviced, installed, replaced, or repaired. The vehicle service database also includes an image data structure for representing a digital image of the at least one component. The service technician uses an imaging device to photograph one or more components. The resulting images are stored in the database or other file system to provide visual confirmation or proof that the work has been performed. Further features and advantages, such as transmitting an image to an insurance provider, are also provided.
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1. A vehicle service database stored in a computer-readable medium comprising:
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a work order data structure reciting at least one component to be serviced, installed, replaced, or repaired; and
an image data structure for representing a digital image of the at least one component. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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7. A vehicle diagnostic system comprising:
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a computing device including a service database, the service database including a work order data structure reciting at least one component to be serviced, installed, replaced, or repaired and an image data structure for representing a digital image of the at least one component; and
an imaging device coupled to the computing device and configured to provide a digital image for storage into the service database. - View Dependent Claims (8, 9, 10, 11)
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12. A method for storing an image into a vehicle services database, the method comprising:
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receiving image data from an imaging device;
associating the image data with a work order; and
storing the image data into the vehicle service database. - View Dependent Claims (13)
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14. A method for providing visual confirmation of task completing to a requesting party, the method comprising:
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accessing a work order associated with the task from a vehicle services database;
retrieving image data from the vehicle service database; and
providing the image data to the requesting party. - View Dependent Claims (15, 16, 17)
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