Method and system for managing vehicle battery charge
US8502495B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 24, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 3, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R16/033
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and system for protecting a vehicle battery from excessive discharge are described. The method includes monitoring vehicle conditions including determining whether safety conditions are met and whether the vehicle is stationary. Further, the method activates a power save mode based on the monitoring step. The power save mode includes simulating an ignition off condition.
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