Method and systems for detecting an unauthorized use of a vehicle by an authorized driver
US8558678B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 25, 2010 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 23, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R25/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Various embodiments may include detecting an unauthorized use of a vehicle in the absence of GPS location information. Vehicle component condition data may be received for one or more vehicle components. Historical vehicle component condition data for the one or more vehicle components may also be received. A comparison between the vehicle component condition data and the historical vehicle component condition data may be performed in order to determine if an inconsistency exists between the vehicle component condition data and the historical vehicle component condition data based on the comparison. Upon determining the inconsistency, an alert signal signifying an unauthorized use may be generated. At least one of the vehicle component condition data and the alert signal may be transmitted to a remote terminal to alert a user of the unauthorized use.
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