Oil supply control method and device, electronic equipment and vehicle

By monitoring the amount of oil and idle time in the dual-tank vehicle, determining the oil supply conditions of the secondary fuel tank and controlling its oil supply, the problem of fuel expiration caused by the long-term non-oil supply of the secondary fuel tank is solved, and the rational utilization and balanced wear of the fuel tank resources are achieved.

CN119664551AActive Publication Date: 2025-03-21GREAT WALL MOTOR CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202411831368.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-12
Publication Date
2025-03-21
Estimated Expiration
2044-12-12

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Technical Problem

In dual-fuel tank vehicles, the problem of fuel expiration and failure of fuel due to long-term failure of fuel.

Method used

By monitoring the oil volume of the main fuel tank and the secondary fuel tank and the idle duration of the secondary fuel tank, we judge whether the secondary fuel tank meets the oil supply conditions, and determine it as the oil supply tank when the conditions are met, and control it to supply oil to the engine.

Benefits of technology

The rational use of the main fuel tank and the secondary fuel tank is achieved, and the excessive use caused by long-term oil supply of a single fuel tank is avoided, the wear and loss of the two fuel tanks is balanced, and the potential for expired failure caused by the long-term use of fuel in the secondary fuel tank is avoided.

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Abstract

The invention provides an oil supply control method and device, electronic equipment and a vehicle. The oil supply control method comprises the steps that when the oil amount in a main oil tank and the oil amount in an auxiliary oil tank are both higher than a preset oil amount threshold value, the idle duration of the auxiliary oil tank is obtained; when the idle duration of the auxiliary oil tank is larger than a preset duration threshold value, whether the auxiliary oil tank meets the oil supply condition or not is judged; when the auxiliary oil tank meets the oil supply condition, the auxiliary oil tank is determined as an oil supply oil tank; and controlling the oil supply tank to supply oil to the engine. The oil supply oil tank is determined according to factors such as the oil quantity of the main oil tank and the auxiliary oil tank and the idle duration of the auxiliary oil tank, and the main oil tank and the auxiliary oil tank are reasonably utilized. The problem of overuse caused by long-term oil supply of a single oil tank is solved, abrasion and loss of the two oil tanks can be balanced, and meanwhile the hidden danger of expiration and failure caused by long-term use of fuel oil in the auxiliary oil tank can be avoided.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of automobile technology, and in particular to a fuel supply control method, device, electronic equipment and vehicle. Background Art

[0002] As consumers continue to increase their demand for vehicle range, dual-tank vehicles are becoming more and more common. The dual-tank design can significantly increase the vehicle's range. Existing dual-tank vehicles only use the auxiliary tank to supply fuel when the main tank is low on fuel. However, if the vehicle is actively refueling, the fuel in the main tank is always sufficient, in which case the auxiliary tank will not supply fuel for a long time. However, long-term storage of fuel, especially in high temperature environments, may cause oil quality deterioration and failure, which in turn causes engine failure. Summary of the invention

[0003] The embodiments of the present application provide a fuel supply control method, device, electronic device and vehicle to solve the problem in the prior art that the auxiliary fuel tank in a dual-tank vehicle has no fuel supply for a long time, resulting in the fuel expiring and becoming ineffective.

[0004] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a fuel supply control method, the method comprising:

[0005] When the oil levels in the main oil tank and the auxiliary oil tank are both higher than the preset oil level threshold, the idle time of the auxiliary oil tank is obtained, wherein the idle time is the interval between the end time of the last oil supply of the auxiliary oil tank and the current time;

[0006] When the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank is greater than a preset time threshold, determining whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition;

[0007] When the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition, determining the auxiliary fuel tank as the fuel supply tank;

[0008] The fuel supply tank is controlled to supply fuel to the engine.

[0009] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present application further provides an oil supply control device, the device comprising:

[0010] An acquisition module, used for acquiring the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank when the oil levels in the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank are both higher than a preset oil level threshold, wherein the idle time is the interval between the end time of the last oil supply of the auxiliary fuel tank and the current time;

[0011] A judgment module, used to judge whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition when the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank is greater than a preset time threshold;

[0012] A first determination module, configured to determine the auxiliary fuel tank as a fuel supply tank when the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition;

[0013] The first control module is used to control the fuel supply tank to supply fuel to the engine.

[0014] In a third aspect, an embodiment of the present application further provides an electronic device, which includes a processor, a memory, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the computer program implements the above-mentioned fuel supply control method when executed by the processor.

[0015] In a fourth aspect, an embodiment of the present application further provides a vehicle, which includes the above-mentioned fuel supply control device.

[0016] In a fifth aspect, an embodiment of the present application further provides a computer-readable storage medium, on which a computer program is stored, and when the computer program is executed by a processor, the above-mentioned fuel supply control method is implemented.

[0017] The embodiments of the present application include at least the following technical effects:

[0018] The technical solution of the embodiment of the present application realizes the rational use of the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank by determining the fuel supply tank according to factors such as the fuel volume of the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank and the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank. It avoids the problem of overuse caused by long-term fuel supply of a single fuel tank, helps to balance the wear and loss of the two fuel tanks, and also avoids the hidden danger of expiration and failure caused by long-term non-use of the fuel in the auxiliary fuel tank. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Figure 1 It is one of the flow charts of the fuel supply control method provided in the embodiment of the present application;

[0020] Figure 2 This is the second flow chart of the fuel supply control method provided in the embodiment of the present application;

[0021] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of the oil supply control device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0022] Figure 4 A block diagram of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present application, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0024] It should be understood that the references to "one embodiment" or "an embodiment" throughout the specification mean that the specific features, structures, or characteristics associated with the embodiment are included in at least one embodiment of the present application. Therefore, the references to "in one embodiment" or "in an embodiment" appearing throughout the specification do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. In addition, these specific features, structures, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments.

[0025] In the various embodiments of the present application, it should be understood that the size of the serial numbers of the following processes does not mean the order of execution. The execution order of each process should be determined by its function and internal logic, and should not constitute any limitation on the implementation process of the embodiments of the present application.

[0026] like Figure 1 As shown, an embodiment of the present application provides a fuel supply control method, the method comprising:

[0027] Step 101: When the oil levels in the main oil tank and the auxiliary oil tank are both higher than a preset oil level threshold, obtain the idle time of the auxiliary oil tank

[0028] The idle time is the interval between the end time of the last fuel supply of the auxiliary fuel tank and the current time.

[0029] The fuel supply control method provided in the embodiment of the present application is applicable to a vehicle provided with a main fuel tank and a subsidiary fuel tank.

[0030] After the vehicle is started, the oil levels in the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank are monitored in real time or regularly. For example, the oil levels in the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank can be obtained by using devices such as oil level sensors installed in the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank, and compared with the preset oil level thresholds. When the oil levels in the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank are both higher than the preset oil level threshold, it means that there is sufficient fuel reserve in the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank, and the basic conditions for fuel supply are met.

[0031] When the oil levels in the main tank and the auxiliary tank are both higher than the preset oil level threshold, that is, when the main tank and the auxiliary tank both meet the basic conditions for fuel supply, the idle time of the auxiliary tank is obtained. The idle time here is the interval between the end time of the last fuel supply of the auxiliary tank and the current time.

[0032] Step 102: When the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank is greater than a preset time threshold, determine whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition.

[0033] The idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank is compared with a preset time threshold. Specifically, the preset time threshold can be a time value pre-set according to factors such as the characteristics of the auxiliary fuel tank, the fuel supply demand of the engine, and the operation requirements of the overall system. For example, it can be set to 7 days. When the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank is greater than the preset time threshold, it indicates that the auxiliary fuel tank has stopped supplying fuel for a long time, and it is necessary to further check whether it meets the fuel supply conditions.

[0034] Step 103: When the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition, determine the auxiliary fuel tank as the fuel supply tank.

[0035] When it is confirmed that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply conditions, the auxiliary fuel tank is designated as the fuel supply tank.

[0036] Step 104: Control the fuel supply tank to supply fuel to the engine.

[0037] After the auxiliary tank is determined as the fuel supply tank, the vehicle's fuel supply system will start the corresponding control mechanism to control the fuel in the auxiliary tank to be stably delivered to the engine according to the engine's needs. In this process, the fuel supply will be dynamically adjusted according to the real-time working conditions of the engine to ensure that the engine can operate normally and efficiently.

[0038] In the embodiment of the present application, the fuel supply tank is determined according to factors such as the oil volume of the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank and the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank, thereby realizing the rational use of the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank. This avoids the problem of overuse caused by long-term fuel supply of a single fuel tank, helps to balance the wear and loss of the two fuel tanks, and also avoids the hidden danger of expiration and failure caused by long-term non-use of the fuel in the auxiliary fuel tank.

[0039] In an optional embodiment of the present application, judging whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition includes:

[0040] Get the ambient temperature;

[0041] When the ambient temperature is greater than or equal to a first preset temperature, determining that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition;

[0042] When the ambient temperature is less than the first preset temperature threshold, obtaining the engine water temperature;

[0043] When the engine water temperature is higher than a second preset temperature threshold, it is determined that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition.

[0044] In the specific implementation process, the ambient temperature can be obtained by installing a temperature sensor at a suitable position outside the vehicle. Among them, the temperature sensor can sense the temperature changes of the surrounding environment in real time, convert it into an electrical signal, and transmit it to the vehicle's fuel tank control system for subsequent analysis and processing. Further, when the ambient temperature is greater than or equal to the first preset temperature, it is determined that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply conditions. Among them, considering that at low temperatures, the long-term storage of fuel may affect the cold start of the vehicle, it is necessary to pre-set a critical temperature value, that is, the first preset temperature, based on factors such as the physical properties of the fuel at different temperatures and the working requirements of the auxiliary fuel tank and the fuel supply system. The first preset temperature here may be set to 25°C.

[0045] When the obtained ambient temperature is greater than or equal to the first preset temperature, it can be preliminarily determined that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply conditions. This is because under such temperature conditions, the flow performance of the fuel in the auxiliary fuel tank and the entire fuel supply system is relatively good, and it can be smoothly transported to the engine through the fuel pump, fuel pipe and other equipment, and there will be no obvious obstruction or failure in the fuel supply due to low temperature.

[0046] When the ambient temperature is less than the first preset temperature threshold, the engine water temperature is further obtained, wherein the engine water temperature can be monitored by a water temperature sensor installed in the engine cooling system. The water temperature sensor is usually located in the coolant circulation channel of the engine, and can accurately sense the temperature change of the coolant, thereby reflecting the working temperature of the engine. When the engine water temperature is higher than the second preset temperature threshold, it is determined that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply conditions.

[0047] Among them, the second preset temperature threshold can be set based on the fuel characteristics and the collaborative working requirements of the entire fuel supply system. When the ambient temperature is low, although the fluidity of the fuel itself may be affected to a certain extent, if the engine water temperature is high, the temperature in the area near the engine will be relatively increased, which will help improve the flow of fuel in the auxiliary fuel tank and the fuel supply system. For example, the second preset temperature threshold may be set to 80°C. When the engine water temperature is higher than 80°C, the heat emitted by the engine can heat the surrounding fuel and fuel supply pipelines to a certain extent, allowing the fuel to flow more smoothly even in a relatively low temperature environment, thereby meeting the fuel supply conditions of the auxiliary fuel tank.

[0048] When the engine water temperature is higher than the second preset temperature threshold, even if the ambient temperature is lower than the first preset temperature, it can be determined that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply conditions. This is because the heat emitted by the engine at this time can compensate for the adverse effects of the low ambient temperature, ensure the normal flow of fuel in the fuel supply system, and ensure that the auxiliary fuel tank can stably provide fuel to the engine.

[0049] The above implementation scheme of the present application comprehensively considers the ambient temperature and the engine water temperature to determine whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply conditions, so that the fuel supply system can better adapt to various temperature environments. Ensure that the auxiliary fuel tank has the conditions to provide a stable fuel supply to the engine. Reduce the occurrence of fuel supply interruption or instability due to temperature factors, and ensure the continuous and stable operation of the engine. By combining the engine water temperature to judge the fuel supply conditions, when the engine water temperature is high, the heat emitted by the engine can be used to improve the flow of fuel, effectively avoiding fuel flow obstacles caused by low temperature, ensuring that the fuel can be smoothly transported from the auxiliary fuel tank to the engine, and further enhancing the stability of fuel supply. By ensuring that the auxiliary fuel tank supplies fuel under appropriate temperature conditions, regardless of how the ambient temperature changes, it can provide the engine with continuous and stable fuel, thereby ensuring the stability of the vehicle's power output during driving and avoiding power interruption or instability caused by fuel supply problems.

[0050] In an optional embodiment of the present application, after determining whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition, the method further includes:

[0051] When the auxiliary tank does not satisfy the fuel supply condition, the main tank is determined as the fuel supply tank.

[0052] In the specific implementation process, when it is determined that the auxiliary fuel tank does not meet the fuel supply conditions, it means that the auxiliary fuel tank is currently unable to provide fuel to the engine stably and smoothly due to factors such as temperature. For example, the ambient temperature may be too low and the engine water temperature has not reached the threshold that can improve the fluidity of the fuel, resulting in condensation and poor flow of the fuel in the auxiliary fuel tank and related fuel supply pipelines, thus failing to meet the normal fuel supply requirements. At this time, the main fuel tank is determined as the fuel supply tank.

[0053] The above implementation scheme of the present application can effectively avoid the interruption of engine fuel supply due to the fuel supply problem of the auxiliary fuel tank by timely determining the main fuel tank as the fuel supply tank when the auxiliary fuel tank does not meet the fuel supply conditions. The normal operation of the engine depends on the continuous and stable fuel supply. No matter what complex environmental conditions, this switching mechanism ensures that there is always a fuel tank that can provide the required fuel for the engine to maintain the continuous operation of the engine, thereby ensuring the normal driving of the vehicle. In addition, the fuel supply tank is flexibly determined according to the actual fuel supply conditions of the auxiliary fuel tank and the main fuel tank, realizing the reasonable allocation and utilization of the resources of the two fuel tanks. When the auxiliary fuel tank can supply fuel normally, it can undertake part of the fuel supply task and share the pressure of the main fuel tank; when the auxiliary fuel tank does not meet the fuel supply conditions, the main fuel tank will take over the fuel supply task in time. This allocation method avoids the situation where one fuel tank is overused while the other fuel tank is idle, which helps to extend the service life of the two fuel tanks and related fuel supply equipment, and improves the economy and practicality of the entire fuel supply system.

[0054] In an optional embodiment of the present application, obtaining the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank includes:

[0055] Obtaining the end time of the last fuel supply of the auxiliary fuel tank;

[0056] The duration between the end time and the current time is determined as the idle duration.

[0057] In the vehicle's fuel supply control system, corresponding monitoring and recording equipment will be set up to track the start and end of each fuel supply of the auxiliary fuel tank. When the auxiliary fuel tank is supplying fuel, the system can accurately sense the start and end of the fuel supply behavior through sensors on the fuel supply line (such as flow sensors, etc.) or control modules linked to fuel supply equipment such as fuel pumps. Once the auxiliary fuel tank stops supplying fuel, the system will record this moment as the end time of the last fuel supply. After obtaining the end time of the last fuel supply of the auxiliary fuel tank, the system will then obtain information at the current time. Then, through a simple time difference calculation, that is, subtracting the end time of the last fuel supply from the current time, the difference obtained is the duration between the end time of the last fuel supply of the auxiliary fuel tank and the current time, and this duration is determined as the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank.

[0058] The above implementation scheme of the present application can provide an important reference for the subsequent decision of which fuel tank to supply fuel to the engine by accurately obtaining the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank. If the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank is long, it indicates that the fuel in the auxiliary fuel tank is in a relatively static state during this period, and its physical properties (such as temperature uniformity, impurity precipitation, etc.) may have undergone some changes. In this case, combined with other conditions (such as the amount of fuel in the tank, ambient temperature, etc.), it is decided whether to give priority to the auxiliary fuel tank for fuel supply. Appropriately increase the frequency of use of the auxiliary fuel tank to avoid the situation where the main tank is overused and the auxiliary fuel tank is idle, thereby extending the service life of the two fuel tanks and related fuel supply equipment, and realizing the rational use of fuel tank resources. In addition, a long idle time may affect the stability of the fuel in the auxiliary fuel tank. Over time, the fuel may deteriorate and produce impurities due to factors such as temperature changes and contact with air.

[0059] In an optional embodiment of the present application, controlling the fuel supply tank to supply fuel to the engine includes:

[0060] Control the oil pump corresponding to the oil supply tank to start.

[0061] In the vehicle's fuel supply system, usually the main tank and the auxiliary tank are each equipped with a dedicated oil pump. These oil pumps are key equipment for delivering the fuel in the tank to the engine. After the fuel supply tank is determined, the oil pump corresponding to the fuel supply tank is controlled to start. The vehicle's control system can realize the start operation of the oil pump by sending a control signal.

[0062] After the oil pump receives the control signal indicating to start, its internal electromagnetic relay and other starting components will act according to the signal instruction, so that the oil pump motor is powered on and starts to operate. As the oil pump motor rotates, the mechanical structure inside the oil pump starts to work, pumping the fuel in the tank out of the tank and delivering it to the engine's fuel injection system through the oil pipe at a certain pressure to meet the engine's fuel demand.

[0063] The above implementation scheme of the present application, by controlling the opening of the oil pump corresponding to the fuel supply tank, can ensure that the fuel can be delivered to the engine in time at the critical moment when the engine needs fuel.

[0064] In an optional embodiment of the present application, the method further includes:

[0065] When the oil level in one of the main oil tank and the auxiliary oil tank is less than the preset oil level threshold, the oil tank in which the oil level is greater than the preset oil level threshold is determined as the fuel supply tank.

[0066] Specifically, if the oil level in one of the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank is less than the preset fuel level threshold, the fuel tank with the oil level greater than the preset fuel level threshold is determined as the fuel supply tank. In other words, if the oil level in the main fuel tank is greater than the preset fuel level threshold and the oil level in the auxiliary fuel tank is less than the preset fuel level threshold, the main fuel tank will be determined as the fuel supply tank; conversely, if the oil level in the auxiliary fuel tank is greater than the preset fuel level threshold and the oil level in the main fuel tank is less than the preset fuel level threshold, the auxiliary fuel tank will be determined as the fuel supply tank. The purpose of this determination method is to ensure that the engine can obtain sufficient fuel supply at any time to avoid situations such as sudden engine shutdown due to insufficient fuel in the fuel tank.

[0067] The above implementation scheme of the present application can effectively prevent the engine from suddenly stopping due to lack of fuel by timely determining the tank with oil volume greater than the preset oil volume threshold in the main tank and the auxiliary tank as the fuel supply tank. The rational allocation and utilization of the resources of the main tank and the auxiliary tank are achieved. When one tank is short of oil, the tank with sufficient oil volume is used for fuel supply first, avoiding the problem of excessive consumption caused by continuing to use the tank with insufficient oil volume, extending the service life of the two tanks and related fuel supply equipment, and improving the economy and practicality of the entire fuel supply system.

[0068] In an optional embodiment of the present application, the method further includes:

[0069] When the oil levels in the main oil tank and the auxiliary oil tank are both less than a preset oil level threshold, the fuel indicator light is controlled to light up.

[0070] Specifically, when it is found that the oil levels in the main tank and the auxiliary tank are both less than the preset oil level threshold, it indicates that the oil levels in the main tank and the auxiliary tank are insufficient. At this time, the fuel controller will send a control signal to the fuel indicator light. After receiving the control signal, the circuit of the fuel indicator light is turned on and the indicator light is on. Generally speaking, the fuel indicator light is located on the dashboard of the vehicle, and its position is eye-catching, which is convenient for the driver to observe during driving.

[0071] In the above implementation scheme of the present application, the fuel indicator light is turned on when the oil levels in the main tank and the auxiliary tank are both less than the preset oil level threshold. The driver can plan the trip reasonably based on this prompt and find a nearby gas station to refuel as soon as possible, thereby reducing the risk of breaking down on the road due to running out of fuel and ensuring the smooth progress of the trip.

[0072] The overall implementation process of the embodiment of the present application is introduced below. Figure 2 As shown, including:

[0073] Step 201: After the vehicle is started, the oil levels in the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank are obtained.

[0074] Step 202: Determine whether the oil level in the main tank is lower than a preset oil level threshold and whether the oil level in the auxiliary tank is lower than a preset oil level threshold. If both the oil levels in the main tank and the auxiliary tank are lower than the preset oil level threshold, execute step 203; if one of the oil levels in the main tank and the auxiliary tank is lower than the preset oil level threshold and the other is not lower than the preset oil level threshold, execute step 204; if both the oil levels in the main tank and the auxiliary tank are not lower than the preset oil level threshold, execute step 205.

[0075] Step 203: output an alarm prompt.

[0076] Step 204: supplying oil from an oil tank whose oil level is not less than a preset oil level threshold.

[0077] Step 205: Determine whether the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank exceeds a preset time threshold. If yes, execute step 206; otherwise, execute step 207.

[0078] Step 206: Determine whether the ambient temperature is greater than a first preset temperature threshold. If yes, execute step 209; otherwise, execute step 208.

[0079] Step 207: supply oil to the main oil tank.

[0080] Step 208: Determine whether the engine water temperature is greater than a second preset temperature threshold. If yes, execute step 209; otherwise, execute step 207.

[0081] Step 209: supply oil to the auxiliary fuel tank.

[0082] The above implementation scheme can reasonably determine the fuel supply tank according to different fuel quantity conditions by monitoring and judging the fuel quantity of the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank. When the fuel quantity of one of the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank is not less than the preset fuel quantity threshold, the fuel tank is used to supply fuel, ensuring that the engine can still obtain a stable fuel supply when there is a difference in the fuel quantity of the fuel tank, avoiding the sudden shutdown of the engine due to insufficient fuel in the fuel tank, and improving the reliability of fuel supply. When the fuel quantity of both the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank is not less than the preset fuel quantity threshold, further considering factors such as the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank, the ambient temperature and the engine water temperature to determine whether the main fuel tank or the auxiliary fuel tank is used for fuel supply, can better adapt to different working conditions and environmental conditions, and ensure the stability and reliability of fuel supply. When the fuel quantity of both the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank is less than the preset fuel quantity threshold, an alarm prompt is output in time, which can attract the attention of the driver and make him know in advance that the vehicle fuel is about to run out. By comprehensively considering various factors to determine the fuel supply tank, the situation of long-term fuel supply by a single tank is avoided, and the balanced use of the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank is achieved. This helps to reduce excessive wear of individual fuel tanks and related fuel supply equipment, extend the service life of fuel tanks and fuel supply equipment, improve the economy and practicality of the entire fuel supply system, and effectively avoid the hidden danger of expiration and failure of fuel in the auxiliary fuel tank due to long-term non-use.

[0083] The above introduces the fuel supply control method provided in the embodiment of the present application. The following will introduce the fuel supply control device provided in the embodiment of the present application in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0084] like Figure 3 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention further provides an oil supply control device, the device comprising:

[0085] The acquisition module 301 is used to acquire the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank when the oil levels in the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank are both higher than a preset oil level threshold, wherein the idle time is the interval between the end time of the last oil supply of the auxiliary fuel tank and the current time;

[0086] A judgment module 302 is used to judge whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition when the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank is greater than a preset time threshold;

[0087] A first determination module 303, configured to determine the auxiliary fuel tank as a fuel supply tank when the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition;

[0088] The first control module 304 is used to control the fuel supply tank to supply fuel to the engine.

[0089] Optionally, the judgment module includes:

[0090] The first acquisition submodule is used to acquire the ambient temperature;

[0091] A first determination submodule, configured to determine that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition when the ambient temperature is greater than or equal to a first preset temperature;

[0092] A second acquisition submodule, configured to acquire the engine water temperature when the ambient temperature is less than the first preset temperature threshold;

[0093] The second determining submodule is used to determine that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition when the engine water temperature is higher than a second preset temperature threshold.

[0094] Optionally, after determining whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition, the device further includes:

[0095] The second determination module is used to determine the main fuel tank as the fuel supply tank when the auxiliary fuel tank does not meet the fuel supply condition.

[0096] Optionally, the acquisition module includes:

[0097] A third acquisition submodule is used to acquire the end time of the last fuel supply of the auxiliary fuel tank;

[0098] The third determining submodule is used to determine the duration between the end time and the current time as the idle duration.

[0099] Optionally, the first control module is further configured to:

[0100] Control the oil pump corresponding to the oil supply tank to start.

[0101] Optionally, the device further comprises:

[0102] The third determination module is used to determine the tank with the oil level greater than the preset oil level threshold among the main tank and the auxiliary tank as the fuel supply tank when the oil level of one of the main tank and the auxiliary tank is less than the preset oil level threshold.

[0103] Optionally, the device further comprises:

[0104] The second control module is used to control the fuel indicator light to light up when the oil levels in the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank are both less than a preset oil level threshold.

[0105] The fuel supply control device provided by the present application determines the fuel supply tank according to factors such as the fuel volume of the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank and the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank, thereby realizing the rational use of the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank. It avoids the problem of overuse caused by long-term fuel supply of a single fuel tank, helps to balance the wear and loss of the two fuel tanks, and also avoids the hidden danger of expiration and failure caused by long-term non-use of the fuel in the auxiliary fuel tank.

[0106] As for the device embodiment, since it is basically similar to the method embodiment, the description is relatively simple, and the relevant parts can be referred to the partial description of the method embodiment.

[0107] An embodiment of the present application also provides an electronic device, including: a processor, a memory, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor. When the computer program is executed by the processor, the various processes of the above-mentioned fuel supply control method embodiment are implemented, and the same technical effect can be achieved. To avoid repetition, it will not be described here.

[0108] For example, Figure 4 FIG. 1 shows a schematic diagram of the physical structure of an electronic device. Figure 4 As shown, the electronic device may include: a processor 410, a communication interface 420, a memory 430 and a communication bus 440, wherein the processor 410, the communication interface 420 and the memory 430 communicate with each other through the communication bus 440. The processor 410 may call the logic instructions in the memory 430, and the processor 410 is used to perform the following steps: when the oil volume in the main tank and the auxiliary tank is higher than the preset oil volume threshold, the idle time of the auxiliary tank is obtained, wherein the idle time is the interval between the end time of the last fuel supply of the auxiliary tank and the current time; when the idle time of the auxiliary tank is greater than the preset time threshold, it is determined whether the auxiliary tank meets the fuel supply condition; when the auxiliary tank meets the fuel supply condition, the auxiliary tank is determined as a fuel supply tank; and the fuel supply tank is controlled to supply fuel to the engine. The processor 410 may also execute other schemes in the embodiments of the present application, which will not be further elaborated here.

[0109] In addition, the logic instructions in the above-mentioned memory 430 can be implemented in the form of software functional units and can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium when sold or used as an independent product. Based on this understanding, the technical solution of the present application, or the part that contributes to the prior art, or the part of the technical solution, can be embodied in the form of a software product, which is stored in a storage medium and includes a number of instructions for a computer device (which can be a personal computer, a server, or a network device, etc.) to perform all or part of the steps of the method described in each embodiment of the present application.

[0110] An embodiment of the present application also provides a vehicle, which includes various parts of the above-mentioned fuel supply control device embodiment and can achieve the same technical effect. To avoid repetition, it will not be repeated here.

[0111] The embodiment of the present application also provides a computer-readable storage medium, on which a computer program is stored. When the computer program is executed by a processor, each process of the above-mentioned fuel supply control method embodiment is implemented, and the same technical effect can be achieved. To avoid repetition, it is not repeated here. The computer-readable storage medium is, for example, a read-only memory (ROM), a random access memory (RAM), a magnetic disk or an optical disk.

[0112] It should be noted that, in this article, the terms "include", "comprises" or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device including a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or device. In the absence of further restrictions, an element defined by the sentence "comprises a ..." does not exclude the existence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or device including the element.

[0113] Through the description of the above implementation methods, those skilled in the art can clearly understand that the above-mentioned embodiment methods can be implemented by means of software plus a necessary general hardware platform, and of course by hardware, but in many cases the former is a better implementation method. Based on such an understanding, the technical solution of the present application, or the part that contributes to the prior art, can be embodied in the form of a software product, which is stored in a storage medium (such as ROM / RAM, a magnetic disk, or an optical disk), and includes a number of instructions for a terminal (which can be a mobile phone, a computer, a server, an air conditioner, or a network device, etc.) to execute the methods described in each embodiment of the present application.

[0114] The embodiments of the present application are described above in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, but the present application is not limited to the above-mentioned specific implementation methods. The above-mentioned specific implementation methods are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Under the guidance of the present application, ordinary technicians in this field can also make many forms without departing from the purpose of the present application and the scope of protection of the claims, all of which are within the protection of the present application.

[0115] Those of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the units and algorithm steps of each example described in conjunction with the embodiments disclosed in the present application can be implemented in electronic hardware, or a combination of computer software and electronic hardware. Whether these functions are performed in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints of the technical solution. Professional and technical personnel can use different methods to implement the described functions for each specific application, but such implementation should not be considered to be beyond the scope of this application.

[0116] Those skilled in the art can clearly understand that, for the convenience and brevity of description, the specific working processes of the systems, devices and units described above can refer to the corresponding processes in the aforementioned method embodiments and will not be repeated here.

[0117] In the embodiments provided in the present application, it should be understood that the disclosed devices and methods can be implemented in other ways. For example, the device embodiments described above are only schematic. For example, the division of the units is only a logical function division. There may be other division methods in actual implementation, such as multiple units or components can be combined or integrated into another system, or some features can be ignored or not executed. Another point is that the mutual coupling or direct coupling or communication connection shown or discussed can be through some interfaces, indirect coupling or communication connection of devices or units, which can be electrical, mechanical or other forms.

[0118] The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separated, and the components shown as units may or may not be physical units, that is, they may be located in one place or distributed on multiple network units. Some or all of the units may be selected according to actual needs to achieve the purpose of the solution of this embodiment.

[0119] In addition, each functional unit in each embodiment of the present application may be integrated into one processing unit, or each unit may exist physically separately, or two or more units may be integrated into one unit.

[0120] If the functions are implemented in the form of software functional units and sold or used as independent products, they can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium. Based on this understanding, the technical solution of the present application, or the part that contributes to the prior art or the part of the technical solution, can be embodied in the form of a software product, which is stored in a storage medium and includes several instructions for a computer device (which can be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to perform all or part of the steps of the methods described in each embodiment of the present application. The aforementioned storage medium includes: various media that can store program codes, such as USB flash drives, mobile hard drives, ROM, RAM, magnetic disks, or optical disks.

[0121] The above description is only a specific implementation manner of the present application, but the protection scope of the present application is not limited thereto. Any technician familiar with the technical field can easily think of changes or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in the present application, which should be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A fuel supply control method, characterized in that: The method comprises: When the oil levels in the main oil tank and the auxiliary oil tank are both higher than the preset oil level threshold, the idle time of the auxiliary oil tank is obtained, wherein the idle time is the interval between the end time of the last oil supply of the auxiliary oil tank and the current time; When the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank is greater than a preset time threshold, determining whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition; When the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition, determining the auxiliary fuel tank as the fuel supply tank; The fuel supply tank is controlled to supply fuel to the engine.

2. The oil supply control method according to claim 1, characterized in that: Determining whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition includes: Get the ambient temperature; When the ambient temperature is greater than or equal to a first preset temperature, determining that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition; When the ambient temperature is less than the first preset temperature threshold, obtaining the engine water temperature; When the engine water temperature is higher than a second preset temperature threshold, it is determined that the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition.

3. The oil supply control method according to claim 1, characterized in that: After determining whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition, the method further includes: When the auxiliary tank does not satisfy the fuel supply condition, the main tank is determined as the fuel supply tank.

4. The oil supply control method according to claim 1, characterized in that: Get the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank, including: Obtaining the end time of the last fuel supply of the auxiliary fuel tank; The duration between the end time and the current time is determined as the idle duration.

5. The oil supply control method according to claim 1, characterized in that: Controlling the fuel supply tank to supply fuel to the engine includes: Control the oil pump corresponding to the oil supply tank to start.

6. The oil supply control method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The method further comprises: When the oil level in one of the main oil tank and the auxiliary oil tank is less than the preset oil level threshold, the oil tank in which the oil level is greater than the preset oil level threshold is determined as the fuel supply tank.

7. The oil supply control method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The method further comprises: When the oil amounts in the main oil tank and the auxiliary oil tank are both less than the preset oil amount threshold, the fuel indicator light is controlled to light up.

8. An oil supply control device, characterized in that: include: An acquisition module, used for acquiring the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank when the oil levels in the main fuel tank and the auxiliary fuel tank are both higher than a preset oil level threshold, wherein the idle time is the interval between the end time of the last oil supply of the auxiliary fuel tank and the current time; A judgment module, used to judge whether the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition when the idle time of the auxiliary fuel tank is greater than a preset time threshold; A first determination module, configured to determine the auxiliary fuel tank as a fuel supply tank when the auxiliary fuel tank meets the fuel supply condition; The first control module is used to control the fuel supply tank to supply fuel to the engine.

9. An electronic device, characterized in that: The invention comprises a processor, a memory and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the computer program, when executed by the processor, implements the fuel supply control method according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that: The vehicle includes the fuel supply control device according to claim 8.

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