Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240177533). SERVER simplified abstract
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SERVER
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Yuko Terasawa of Tokyo-to (JP)
Makoto Kakuchi of Toyota-shi (JP)
Toshiaki Karasawa of Tokyo-to (JP)
Takeshi Higashi of Nagoya-shi (JP)
Yoshihiko Endo of Tokyo-to (JP)
SERVER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240177533 titled 'SERVER
Simplified Explanation
The abstract of the patent application describes a system where a server communicates with a vehicle to restrict the discharge power of the battery when the new owner does not enter into a lease contract for the battery.
- The system involves a server with a communication device and a processing device.
- The processing device generates a restriction command to limit the battery's discharge power.
- If the new owner does not enter into a lease contract for the battery, the processing device sends a restriction command to the vehicle through the communication device.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in:
- Fleet management systems to control battery usage.
- Rental car companies to ensure battery lease agreements are upheld.
Problems Solved
This technology addresses issues such as:
- Unauthorized use of the battery by new owners.
- Ensuring compliance with lease agreements for battery usage.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Protection of the battery owner's rights.
- Efficient management of battery usage in vehicles.
Potential Commercial Applications
The potential commercial applications of this technology could include:
- Battery leasing companies for electric vehicles.
- Vehicle manufacturers looking to offer battery lease options.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be systems that remotely control vehicle functions, but not specifically related to battery lease agreements.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system handle situations where the new owner is unaware of the lease contract for the battery?
The system may need to have a mechanism to inform the new owner of the lease contract and the restrictions on battery usage.
What measures are in place to prevent unauthorized modifications to the restriction commands by the vehicle owner?
There should be security protocols in place to ensure that only authorized entities can modify the restriction commands sent to the vehicle.
Original Abstract Submitted
a server communicates with a vehicle that includes a battery. the server includes a communication device and a processing device. the communication device is configured to communicate with the vehicle. the processing device is configured to generate a restriction command for restricting discharge power of the battery. a first owner (user) as an owner of the vehicle has entered into a first lease contract for leasing the battery. when the owner has been changed from the first owner to a second owner and the second owner does not enter into a second lease contract for leasing the battery, the processing device transmits a restriction command to the vehicle through the communication device.
