Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240118100). INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS simplified abstract

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INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS

Organization Name

toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha

Inventor(s)

Ai Miyata of Sakai-shi (JP)

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240118100 titled 'INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a controller that notifies the need for supply for a vehicle based on the vehicle's travelable distance and the distance to a supply station.

  • The controller analyzes the remaining travelable distance of the vehicle.
  • The controller calculates the distance from the vehicle to the nearest supply station.
  • The controller compares the two distances to determine if a supply is necessary for the vehicle.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in the automotive industry for vehicles with limited fuel or energy capacity.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of vehicles running out of supply without prior warning, leading to potential breakdowns or delays.

Benefits

- Improved efficiency in managing vehicle supplies. - Prevents unexpected supply shortages during travel.

Potential Commercial Applications

"Smart Supply Notification System for Vehicles" could be used in electric vehicles, delivery fleets, and autonomous vehicles.

Possible Prior Art

There are existing systems that provide notifications for low fuel levels in vehicles, but this innovation focuses on a more comprehensive approach considering both the vehicle's travelable distance and the distance to the nearest supply station.

Unanswered Questions

How does the controller communicate the supply notification to the driver or operator?

The patent abstract does not specify the method of communication between the controller and the vehicle operator.

Are there any limitations to the accuracy of the supply notification system?

The abstract does not mention any potential limitations or challenges that may affect the accuracy of the supply notification system.


Original Abstract Submitted

a controller outputs a notification that supply is necessary for a vehicle based on information on a travelable distance of the vehicle and information on a distance from the vehicle to a supply station.