18488280. VEHICLE MANAGEMENT DEVICE AND VEHICLE simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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VEHICLE MANAGEMENT DEVICE AND VEHICLE

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Hideo Sakamoto of Toyota-shi (JP)

Yoshinobu Nozaki of Anjyo-shi (JP)

Hiroyuki Ogura of Ama-shi (JP)

Hisashi Fujisawa of Toyota-shi (JP)

Mitsuaki Tomita of Toyota-shi (JP)

Yasunobu Seki of Nissin-shi (JP)

Shoichi Iwamoto of Fuji-shi (JP)

VEHICLE MANAGEMENT DEVICE AND VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18488280 titled 'VEHICLE MANAGEMENT DEVICE AND VEHICLE

Simplified Explanation

This patent application describes a vehicle management device that optimizes parking positions in a parking lot for vehicles equipped with solar batteries and power storage devices. By considering the conversion efficiency of each vehicle's solar battery and the sunlight conditions in the parking lot, the device maximizes the overall solar power generation of the vehicles.

  • The device manages parking positions in a parking lot for vehicles with solar batteries and power storage devices.
  • It optimizes the solar power generation of the vehicles based on the conversion efficiency of the solar batteries and sunlight conditions.
  • By strategically placing vehicles, the total solar power generation of the fleet is increased.

Key Features and Innovation

  • Management device for parking positions of solar-powered vehicles.
  • Optimization based on solar battery efficiency and sunlight conditions.
  • Maximizes overall solar power generation of the vehicles.

Potential Applications

This technology can be applied in:

  • Parking lots of electric vehicle charging stations.
  • Solar-powered vehicle fleets for transportation companies.
  • Public parking areas with solar charging capabilities.

Problems Solved

  • Efficient utilization of solar power in vehicle fleets.
  • Optimization of parking positions for maximum solar power generation.
  • Reduction of dependency on traditional power sources.

Benefits

  • Increased overall solar power generation.
  • Cost savings on traditional power sources.
  • Environmental benefits from renewable energy usage.

Commercial Applications

Title: Solar-Powered Vehicle Fleet Management System This technology can be utilized in:

  • Electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
  • Transportation companies with solar-powered fleets.
  • Smart city initiatives for sustainable energy usage.

Prior Art

Readers can explore prior art related to solar-powered vehicle fleet management systems in the field of renewable energy technologies and smart transportation solutions.

Frequently Updated Research

Stay updated on the latest advancements in solar power optimization for vehicle fleets and smart parking management systems to enhance the efficiency of this technology.

Questions about Solar-Powered Vehicle Fleet Management System

How does this technology contribute to sustainable energy usage?

This technology optimizes solar power generation in vehicle fleets, reducing reliance on traditional power sources and promoting renewable energy usage.

What are the potential cost savings associated with implementing this system?

Implementing this system can lead to cost savings by reducing the need for traditional power sources and utilizing renewable solar energy efficiently.


Original Abstract Submitted

A vehicle management device for managing parking positions in a parking lot of a plurality of vehicles equipped with a solar battery and a power storage device for storing electric power generated by the solar battery, wherein based on the conversion efficiency of the solar battery of each vehicle and the sunlight conditions of the parking lot, the parking position of each vehicle is set so that the amount of solar electric power generation by multiple vehicles per unit time or the sum total of the amount of power generated by the solar cells mounted on multiple vehicles is large. As a result, the amount of electric power generated per unit time and the sum of the amount of electric power generated of the vehicles as a whole can be improved.