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Identifying and analyzing vehicle refueling events

US11049194B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 5, 2018
Grant dateJun 29, 2021
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Expiry dateOct 19, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07C5/008
  • WIPO fieldIT methods for management
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The systems and methods provided herein are directed to a system for identifying and reporting partial refueling events. Fueling stations can evaluate when fuel prices may be negatively impacting revenue due to consumers choosing to not to fill their tanks. Stations may then make adjustments to fuel prices that are responsive to customer behavior.

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