Method and apparatus for charging station monitoring
US10262536B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 3, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T90/16
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system includes a processor configured to receive indication that a chargeable vehicle is within proximity to a known charging point. The processor is also configured to determine if the charging point is available for immediate use. The processor is further configured to notify a vehicle driver if the charging point is available for immediate use and offer an option to receive notification when a charging point is available for use if the charging point is not available for immediate use.
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